Aya waited for her bodyguard outside the school's entrance after school. Mukou, finally arrived and they grabbed a taxi. When they arrived at the karokae bar, the place looked rather deserted but did have signs of the police being there after the slaughter. Aya peeked in and realized that Aiki wouldn't be here cause of the police inspections. Therefore, Aya pondered on a way to get Aiki's attention to find her. Suddenly, it struck her! The Japan- chic Teen Contest! The contest should be televised, at least in Tokyo. What actual luck! All she needed were some recommendations or so forth by a student or a teacher.

The next morning, Aya waited for Nishikado at the front entrance of the school. Aya came prepared to entice Nishikado to give a recommendation for her to enter the contest. As the F4 came strolling along, she saw Nishikado and gave him a wave of greeting. Nishikado surprised, but nevertless willing came over to greet her too.

'Is Ayas still sick?' asked Nishikado, while grinning. Mimisaka and Rui were a little bit away from them, giving them a little bit of privacy.

'Yes, but lets talk about something else,' replied Aya. She went close to him, blew into his ear, and whispered. 'Lets talk later, meet me at lunch.' Aya walked away and almost gagged of the way she was acting. All for a cause she said to herself.

Bemused Nishikado put his hands in his pockets and walked away with his friends. Makino and Kazuya were waiting for Aya at class when she came in. Makino was bemused in the way Aya had a lot of make up on her, but didn't mention it. Instead, asked Aya if she knew if her brother had a girlfriend. Aya was a little befuddled for a minute and replied, 'Ayas? Not that I know of, why?'

'Yuki, is very interested in Ayas. She would like to date him,' replied Makino.

Aya was a little bit surprised with this comment, but replied, 'I'll ask him.' Kazuya grabbed onto Aya's hand and gazed into her eyes.

'Maybe, we could double date,' said Kazuya. Aya started to grin a little bit. Two dates at the same time? That would be a little bit difficult but wicked fun, thought Aya. But Aya withheld her wicked thoughts and replied, 'maybe, although I might leave before the term ends.' Kazuya showed signs of disappointment and Aya felt a little bit guilty.

Later on at the college cafteria, Nishikado was waiting for Aya at a table alone. A few people were giving some looks at Aya when she sat down. Aya was trying to stay cool and composed. However, her heart was beating irregularly. Aya started to talk about the weather and how interesting the climate changed suddenly. Aya stopped talking of meanginless stuff and got to the point. 'I want to enter the contest that you were discussing before and I need a recommendation. I want you to help me please,' said Aya.

Nishikado put his hand on his chin and pondered. Finally he spoke, 'ok I'll help you, but I want a present in return.'

Aya's heart thumped a bit, but replied, 'ok but what kind of present do you want?'

'You'll find out after the contest. I will collect my due,' replied Nishikado, while grinning.

Aya a little bit apprehensive but not willing to back out without a fight, replied, 'your on.' Aya's determined eyes penetrated Nishikado and Nishikado was impressed. Mimisaka arrived at their table and asked, 'is this a private gathering or can I join?'

'Not really. Aya was telling me that she wants to join the contest. We are going to support her,' replied Nishikado.

Mimisaka pailed a bit, but regain his composre. ' You do know that they are tests that are given to the competitors and they are rather difficult. None know what the tests will be so your going to have to study. The basic art of tea, learn to speak English, and what not.'

'How hard can it be?' replied Aya. Besides Aya thought, our father forced us to learn some 'arts' when we were younger (Ryuji's father always impressed on his son the ancient arts of Japanese culture). However, I wont tell anybody and just play dumb. Besides, I'm curious to find out how and what Nishikado will teach me, Aya thought to herself. Aya's, Pandora's box of wickedness was already open. And, Aya was seeking revenge for the emotions Nishikado was 'forcing' her to feel and to her this was just desserts.

Location: 2000's ish

'So your telling me that this chicken smell is a cataylst after combinng two chemicals?' asked Ryuji, to his scientist.

'Yes, the first chemical is a solvent that's suppose to knock the person out. The second chemical is a chemical that we were developing in our labs. This chemical helps the body to relax and break the cells or molecules of the body to rebuild them afterwards. This was to help the time travel a lot easier so there wouldn't be after effects, but it was in its first stage,' replied the scientist.

'This time travel device and the chemical that we were inventing secretly, who's watch was it under?' asked Ryuji.

'Hmm. Let me check,' replied the scientist. After rifling with some data in his computer, the scientist's desk was a mess, came up with the required information. 'Tomahome-san, from the gold clan.'

Ryuji eye's closed for a minute and then opened them. 'It seems that part of the branch is always getting into trouble. I should just get rid of that branch all together,' Ryuji muttered. 'Thank you,' Ryuji bowed and left to look for Tsusaka.

Tsukaka was in Aya's room looking at a picture that Aya took of the family when Ryuji entered. Tsukaka quickly look up and asked, 'well? What did your scientist say?'

Ryuji quickly explained what he was told and said, 'it seems to me that this was done by one of the kumin. The gold clan really wants me to wipe them all out.'

'I just want my son and daughter back. Do with them after we have them back,' said Tsukaka flatly. 'Have you requested Tomohama-san to arrive?'

'Yes, but I don't want you to be there when I interograte him,' replied Ryuji. Tsusaka objected, but Ryuji wasn't given in, finally relented.

When Tomohama-san arrived he was quickly put into an integoration room complete with the usual torture devices. After a few hours, Ryuji entered. Tomohome started sputtering, 'what is the meaning of this Sandime? Why am I treated like the enemy?'

'You should have foreseen this Tomo-chan. Why wouldn't I suspect you?' replied Ryuji.

Tomochan's face paled and quickly replied, 'my son is missing as well! I am victim as you are!'

Ryuji replied by putting his face closer to Tomohama's face and clicked his gun. 'Does this answer your question? Maybe this time your clan will learn to stop bull-shiting around the Sandime.'

Tomohama started to sweat and grasped the last straw, 'I'll tell you but spare my life please!'

'I'll spare your life. Cleanse that by thine own blood and pray that the ties can be restored. Once the proof of repentence is accepted, keep it always in mind. I do have to take off a finger for betraying me. This is law,' said Ryuji.

Ryuji exited the torture room and Tsukasa waited breathlessly for the news outside. 'Well? Where are the children?' asked Tsukasa. Ryuji's face were a little bit pale, but responded, 'they are in 1993. Tomo's son kidnapped our children and sent them to that time. These losers wanted to kill off our son and keep Aya as a puppet.'

'1993! I'm going to kill this guy!' said Tsukasa, and was about to enter the torture/inteogration room when Ryuji stopped her. 'Ok, I'll just hurt him a little bit then.'

Ryuji shook his head and replied, 'his son is the culprit. Its best to focus on resucing Kudo, Aya, Kiko , and the bodyguards from 1993.'

'I'll of course go,' said Tsukasa. Ryuji shook his head, again. 'What do you mean, no!' yelled Tsukasa.

'We will first send Bun-san to scoop out the surroundings/situation and then we will go together if Bun-san cannot find them,' replied Ryuji.

'Fine, but I get first dibs on killing Aiki,' replied Tsukasa.

Location: Nishkado's home

Climate: Stormy and tears of frustation ,for Nishikado that is.

'How many times do I have to tell you this! You have to stir the tea delicately,' said Nishikado, who was getting a little bit impatient with Aya.

'But why cant I put sugar in this tea?' replied Aya

'Because this is Japanese tea! Don't put anything strange in my tea, baka! Your just like Rui!' said Nishikado, who at this time was almost shouting at Aya.

Aya had a total look of complete innocence on her face, but inside she was laughing. This guy, gets agiated if I make a mistake when it comes to tea. He can be predicable in that aspect. I wonder what else he becomes agiated withAya thought to her self.

Nishikado almost sighed and said, 'why don't we take a break for a while. Its best to take our minds off a bit.' And with that comment inched a little bit closer to Aya.

'Don't you have a girlfriend?' asked Aya.

'I have many girlfriends,' replied Nishikado, touching Aya's shoulder and hair.

A playboy? What a cliché! Although, a rather cute cliché! Argh! My thoughts are going where I don't want to go! noooo!Thought Aya. 'So about the tea ceremony. Do I swish my tea to the right or to the left?' asked Aya, getting things back on track.

Nishikado this time sighed. The door of the tea ceremony room opened and instinctly Nishikado's back straighted. A beatufil older woman appeared and said, 'we need you go to Kyoto for a tea ceremony instruction.'

'Where's father?' replied Nishikado.

'He is in Canada at the moment. I'm sorry for not greeting you earlier. I am Nishikado's mother,' said the woman, bowing.

'I am Shigrami, Aya nice to meet you,' replied Aya, bowing in return.

Nishikado was getting a bit agaited with seeing his mother so formal with Aya. Morever, he didn't want his mother to interfer with his private life. Nishikado spoke curtly with his mother, 'I will go to Kyoto now please leave us alone. I am teaching Shigrami' Nishikado escorted his mother out of the room.

Aya was a little bit surprised on how Nishikado treated his mother. It seemed, to Aya, that son and mother were complete strangers. Her father and mother might be busy, but they have always created a sense of togetherness in their children's lives.

Nishikado remained silent for a moment and finally spoke, ' father and mother's marriage was arranged. Our family isn't close, so in a sense, my family are my friends.' Aya felt a great sense of pity for Nishikado. Aya without much thought put a hand on Nishikado's shoulder to give comfort. Nishikado looked at Aya's hand and grinned. In one smooth movement, Nishikado grabbed Aya's hand and pulled her to him kissing her. Aya was shocked and stunned for a moment but regaining her strength pushed Nishikido, somewhat forcefully, away. Aya without a word got up and bowed to Nishikado. Aya was about to open the door when Nishikado said, 'at least admit that you enjoyed the kiss.'

Aya didn't turn to face him, but replied, 'I will see you tommorow for our next lesson teacher Nishikado.' Aya opened the door and left Nishikado somewhat stunned. Was he losing his 'mojo'? Nishikado was getting a little bit worried, but a little bit ignoring the fact that he was somewhat affected by their kiss. Aya was on the other side of the door and it was clear as day that she was terribly affected by the kiss. Aya's face was bright red and her heart was beating fast as if she had just run a marathon. Could this be love? Aya thought to herself. Aya had never experienced this type of love and she felt somewhat in tourmoil. Aya missed speaking to Kiko, who would always give her advice about the other sex. Aya's shoulders stiffened, marched out of Nishikado's home. Her resolution in finding her brother and best friend straightened. Love came after finding her friends and she wasn't about to change her ideals. Or was she?