Akane's Betrayal

Okay well, here we are. 4 years into my past, and on the day I decided I would leave the Tendo's for good.

I was walking home alone that day. The reason, I had stayed after school for extra help. I needed serious work on my English, and Miss. Hinako, surprisingly enough, agreed to help me out.

And today was a great day. I hadn't fought with Akane, and Miss. Hinako didn't sap me of all my strength. Yeah, today was an awesome day, and nothing was going to ruin this day for me...at least, I had thought so.

I walked in the door like every other day, "Tadaima!" I shouted as I took my shoes off.

I walked into the kitchen to see if Kasumi had made any snacks, "Hey, Kasumi-chan? Do ya have any snacks lying around?"

Kasumi turned from the stove she was cooking at and smiled at me, "I do have a few cookies if you would like some, Ranma-kun."

I grinned, "That would be awesome, Kasumi-chan. Could I get some milk with them?" Yes, I was working on manners as well. My Biology teacher told me I wouldn't get very far talking like a thug all my life. And I had dream that wouldn't get accomplished with thug talk.

"Of course, Ranma-kun," Kasumi lowered the stove temperature and moved to get the cookies. I went to go grab the milk and a glass.

A few minutes later found me making small talk with Kasumi in the kitchen while I washed the dish I ate off of. It took some convincing but I managed to keep Kasumi from washing them herself.

As we were talking sudden...thumping sounds were heard overhead.

Looking up at the ceiling I asked Kasumi, "Uh, Kasumi-chan, would you happen to know what those sounds are?"

I looked back at Kasumi and her face looked like she was deep in thought. A minute later she looked up at me, "No, Ranma-kun, I wouldn't know."

I finished washing my dish and put it to the side to dry, "I'll go check it out, Kasumi-chan," I quickly dried my hands and walked up the stairs.

Hmm, they sound like they're coming from Akane's room... I walked towards Akane's room and the sounds became more distinct. I could clearly hear moaning and grunts. I moved to knock on the door, not without a deep blush mind you.

After a few knocks it was clear the participants of the room were too...busy to hear my knocks. So I waited for the noises to die down, I went into my room and started my homework with my CD player on, I could still hear the faint sounds coming from Akane's room though.

After 20 minutes I couldn't hear the noises anymore. "Finally..." I walked out of my room and knocked 3 times before entering.

Nothing, in the entirety of my 18 year life, could have prepared me for what I found when I entered that room.

"A-Akane?" Was all I could muster from my mouth at the moment.

Akane turned in her bed to find me standing in her doorway. Her eyes widened, "R-Ranma?" At that point she panicked I guess, "It isn't what it looks like!"

That did it, the anger I was feeling came out in a wave, "It isn't? 'Cause from where I'm standing it looks like you were having sex with Ryoga!"

Ryoga sat up at this point and scratched the back of his head, "I guess it is what it looks like..."

I turned to glare at him; I smirked inside when I saw a small yellow stain form on Akane's comforter, before turning back to Akane.

"For two years you doubted my loyalty to you! Two fucking years! Two fucking years I was blamed for shit that I didn't do and shit that wasn't my fault! And then you go turn around and sleep with another man who isn't even your fiancé!" I was pissed, no, I was raging mad. And if my death glare wasn't enough proof, I guess the blood red aura surrounding me was.

"Well, it's your fault too, Ranma! Had you told me your real feelings earlier this would have never happened!" Akane tried to argue back.

"My true feelings?" I laughed a wry laugh, "Akane, dear, my true feelings you should've known since the day I first saved your sorry ass! I saved your ass from so many people I've lost count. But I'll name some of the main people. Herb and Saffron," I saw Akane try to protest, "And don't you dare try to deny it, Akane! I have the fucking scars to prove it! The scars that proved my love for you!"

"What!"

"Yeah, that's right, I love you. Or the word now would be loved," I turned and left for my room, slamming the door behind me.

I walked into my room and began packing all my clothes, and basics. I came across a picture frame as I was emptying out my small dresser. It was a picture of everyone before the failed wedding attempt. Everyone looked so happy; I scoffed at the thought, "Heh, what a lie that turned out to be..."

I walked over to my window opened it up and threw it out the window. It landed neatly in the garbage can outside the gate.

When I turned back I saw Akane standing in the doorway. I glared at her, "What do you want?"

The venom in my voice made her flinch. I walked over to my bag and began closing it up.

"I...I wanted to- what are you doing?"

I walked over to the corner of the room and moved a ceiling tile over. I reached my hand up and felt around, finding what I was looking for I brought my hand back down. In it was a large wad of yen.

I didn't look at her, I grabbed my wallet and placed the money in it before putting it in my pants pocket, "I'll ask you one more time, what do you want?"

"Oh, I wanted to say sorry."

I picked up my bag and lifted it onto my shoulders before turning to face her, "Sorry? For what? Oh, I get it, you're sorry for ripping out my heart and stomping on it like a piece of shit."

She tried to argue again but I interrupted her.

"No, I don't want to hear it, Akane. You've chosen who you want, and it obviously isn't me. I don't want to end this on good terms because then I might try to come back. I don't want to come back, not this time," I walked past her and out the bedroom door. Ryoga confronted me on my way out.

"Ranma-"

"Shut up, Ryoga. I don't want to hear it from you either. I'm leaving now, and you can't stop me. Now get out of my way before I punch our face in," Harsh, yes, but effective.

I walked down the stairs and went into the kitchen, "Kasumi-chan."

Kasumi turned to face me and, upon seeing the bag, nodded in understanding, "I heard the whole argument. I'm sorry it ended up this way, Ranma-kun."

I nodded, "Yeah, me too."

I saw the tears start to slowly stream down her face. I placed my bag on the floor and moved forward to engulf her in a hug. She buried her face in my shirt and cried.

"Shh...don't cry, Kasumi-chan. It's okay. It's all going to turn out for the best, you'll see."

"I know, but..."

"Shh...don't worry, Kasumi-chan."

A few minutes later and her crying had subsided. I pulled her away lightly and looked into her eyes, "Are you better now?"

She nodded and sniffled cutely, "I'll walk you to the door."

I nodded and picked up my bag again. We walked to the door and I turned to face her. I gave her one last hug before placing a wad of yen in her hands.

She looked at the yen with wide eyes and tried to give it back. But I shook my head and smiled, "No, it's for everything you've done for me, Kasumi-chan. Spend it on yourself. Get out of the house for once. Live the life a true 21 year old should," I smiled a softer smile, "Fix the Doc of his fear and tell him your feelings. You never know, he could feel the same way."

Kasumi blushed and nodded. She waved lightly while she leaned against the door jam. I waved back before turning down the road towards Mom's house.

(-)

Akane watched Ranma talking to Kasumi from the guest room window. As he waved she watched sadly as he left.

Looking down at the garbage can she had seen him throw something into she spotted that "something".

It was the picture taken before the failed wedding. The glass was cracked. But what made her gasp was the area of the picture where Ranma was standing was fine. The glass seemed to have cracked all over, crisscrossing over everyone's face. Everyone except Kasumi's and Nodoka's.

"Is it an omen?" Now usually Akane wasn't the superstitious type. But the way the glass cracked was too much of a coincidence.

(-)

I sighed as I made it to Mom's house. It wasn't a long walk. But the fact that I had to walk to Juuban was what made me sigh. I ran into a youma and 5 girls in mini skirts, the girls were trying to take the youma down with magic of some sort.

The fact that the youma was good with speed didn't help the fact that it took too long for the girls to say the names of their attacks. When I arrived I stood there for a minute before getting bored and frying the youma with a single well aimed Mouko Takabishi.

After that I walked off and headed towards Mom's house. Now here I was. Standing in front of the house. Wondering how the hell I'm going to explain everything to her. But, I guess I should start from the beginning and tell her everything.

Now that that's settled, to somehow make my legs move towards the door...

After 3 minutes I finally managed to walk to the door and ring the doorbell. When the door opened I came face to face with Mom. Now that I was, for once, male while meeting with her I noticed how short she seemed to me.

I looked down at her and into her eyes, trying to read her emotions. Obviously she was doing the same thing.

"Mom...I'm home," I said with a small smile.

I was, at that moment, engulfed in a hug that rivaled the Amazon Glomp.

"M-Mom...can't...breath..." I managed to get out.

"Oh my, I'm sorry! I was just so excited to finally see you that...! Where have you been? How was your training trip?"

I smiled; it felt good to be able to see Mom, "Why don't we go inside and I can tell you everything over a cup of tea?" I emphasized the word everything because I was hoping to get my Father divorced from my Mother or something.

An hour and a half later I finished telling my life's story I demonstrated my curse and then left for the bathroom to turn back. When I returned I sat down in my place, took a sip from my cup of tea and looked at Mom. She was gripping her katana tightly, and she looked angry.

I lowered my head, "If you think me unmanly I...I will go through with the seppuku contract."

Before I could say anymore I found myself in my Mother's arms.

"I would never make you go through seppuku. I never actually meant for you to go through with the seppuku contract, it was something I did to make Genma behave. Though even that did very little to make him change his ways."

She made me face her, "Your curse isn't bad. And do not worry about your fiancée troubles. I'll take care of those. As for your father...I will divorce him. And you will take up my maiden name."

I was happy that Mom accepted me for who I was and that she didn't condemn me for things that were out of my control. But I still had one thing to ask, "Mom? Do you think I'm manly?"

She looked at me with pride in her eyes, "Of course. And anyone who says otherwise is lying."

I smiled and gave her a hug. When I let go I told her why I left. When I was done I could hear her cursing under her breath. I couldn't hear everything, but certain words I could catch. Like "Bitch...slut...how dare she...I'll show that hussy..." It was quite amusing. But I needed Mom's help with some things.

"Mom?" She was still cursing, "Mom? Mom!" Finally cut from her cursing she looked at me.

"Yes, dear?"

"I really appreciate what you said you'd do for me, but I want to leave my past behind me. As much of it as I can. I know I can't get rid of all of it; my past has a way of biting me in the ass when I least expect it. But...I want to change my name."

She looked at me, and nodded, "I understand. Well, if you would like, I will disown you. And you can change your name to Ryuu Ranma. Instead of using my maiden name as your last name use it as your first name, and your first name as your last."

I nodded and smiled, "Good idea, Mom. Now comes the hard part. We only just reunited. But I want to leave for China as soon as I can."

Mom looked sad, "I understand your wanting to leave, but must you leave so soon? I can help make preparations for your trip to China if you stay for the night."

I shook my head, "I'm sorry, Mom. But I can't. Knowing Nabiki she's already hunting me down for something. I promise I'll stay in touch. And, if you can, I would like you to have Kasumi over every once in a while. She needs to get out of the house more often."

Mom nodded, albeit sadly, "Okay, so long as you keep your promise. When you get settled in China for a bit send me a letter, I'll send you a letter back telling you of how things are doing here, I should have the divorce done and the removal of you from the family tree done as well."

I bowed, "Thank you, Mom. You have no idea how much this means to me."

I hugged Mom and grabbed my bag. Walking out the door I looked back at her. Smiling at her I waved and turned to leave.

To Be Continued...

A/N: Reviews welcome, flames will be used to fight off any lawyers.

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