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Oh... my god... I updated o.O! Yeah, but then again, I'm the only one awake at the moment, and it's 2:12am, and my eyes are getting all droopy like... but I finished another chapter... and I swear it has to be my worst chapter yet! I had to drastically change the story around because it wouldn't have gone for very much longer if it had stayed in the same place, so Hatori played the 'hero'. (Whoo! Ha'ri!). I also couldn't figure out how to get Shigure to explain to Hatori, so I skipped that bit (with comedy), but he will... just to leave you on a complete cliff hanger. And then there will be Ayame's reponse, which will of course be comical... man, this doesn't seem to be a drama at all, does it? Aw well. It covers all genres - just about. And, let me tell you, Akito's left Ralph at home, and he will strike back!

As for me, I'm off to bed. BED I TELL YOU! Have fun reading, and don't forget to review!

Part Nine: Dash

"Shigure, explain." Hatori stated, staring at the dog, who was still attached to Kyo, despite the fact that Kyo was pushing on his head.

"Explain what, Ha'ri?" Shigure asked sweetly, still refusing to let go of Kyo.

"That." Hatori pointed at the fact that Shigure was clinging onto Kyo.

"Me? I'm not in a relationship with Kyo-chan, honest."

"Now you're just being an idiot, stupid dog." Kyo glared, finally deciding the best way to go was to unhinge Shigure's hands, which was easier thought than done. "Shigure. Let. Me. Go."

"Can I grab your ass instead?"

"Not in front of Hatori!"

Hatori raised his eyebrow. The pair were obviously having a lovers squabble, although they both seemed to be rather enjoying it.

"Aw. Why're you so desperate to leave, Super-Hot-Kyo-chan?"

"To get away from you!"

"Kyo… you wound me…"

"I agree. You aren't going anywhere." Hatori stated. Both others paused, blinked and turned in his direction. "You are aware that Shigure took you out during school time without notifying the school, aren't you?"

"Uh… right… that. School."

Both sweat dropped.

So, Kyo, Shigure, Yuki and Tohru had to pile back up in the car – ignoring a whining Shigure – and take the drive all the way back into town, just so they could get an education that Hatori seemed to think that they needed. Or… that was what Shigure was telling the other three.

Truth be told, Shigure was feeling rather grateful to Hatori. Needless to say, Hatori had been pretty shocked at Akito's sudden outburst, and even shocked when Akito didn't demand to erase Shigure's memory of Kyo – which was sure to wound the cat more than it would wound Shigure if it was vice versa. But it appeared that Hatori hadn't been willing to risk it.

Hatori may appear to be cold, but on the inside he cared for everybody he knew. That sounded extremely corny, but Shigure knew that, and he supposed it was only fair that he gave Hatori a proper explanation… but all he'd done was deny it like a complete idiot. Boy was he stupid.

Subconsciously, he touched his cheek, where Hatori had convinced Kyo (with a single look that said; 'Shigure wouldn't let you live this down') to let him apply it properly.

"Leave it alone or it won't heal."

Blinking, he turned his gaze to Kyo, who was staring out the window opposite to him. Of course, his gaze had to turn back to the road.

Kyo was perched in what appeared to be an extremely uncomfortable position. His head was on Shigure's – yes, Shigure's – shoulder, while he was rolled in an egg shape. Funnily enough, he'd been asleep – or seemed to be – just a minute before hand.

Yuki and Tohru had been playing cards the entire time – again – in the back seat. Tohru had just gotten over her shock, while Yuki was getting used to it. But, of course, they were both dreading being in the house with them, now that they were 'out in the open'… sort of, anyway.

The four of them vacated the car, moving to the boot where they, were, of course, to get there bags.

"Neh, Kyo-chan, can I unpack your bag?" Shigure asked, almost too sweetly.

"No way, damn mutt."

"Aw. But I want to help!"

"You want to freaking ROLL AROUND IN IT!"

"What gives you that idea?"

"You're a DOG damn it. Dog's ROLL AROUND in… stuff."

Yuki and Tohru exchanged glances, and got out of there as quick as possible.

Meanwhile, back at the Hot springs…

"They WHAT?" Akito screamed, turning around to face the rooster that stood in the doorway.

"They escaped. I saw Shigure's car leaving just a moment ago…"

Kureno had been going about his normal business, which of course was dashing back and forth getting things for Akito. It wasn't necessarily what he liked to do, but he really didn't have any other choice. In any case, he'd heard a car door slam and had looked out of the nearest window at the car park to see who was arriving, only to see Shigure's car leaving with all four of Shigure's residents going with them. Of course, he'd run to tell Akito straight after.

Akito was silent for a moment, before he said softly; "How much does Shigure want to hurt me, Kureno? And… how much do I want to hurt him back?... He is going to pay…" He paused momentarily, and then screamed, "HE IS GOING TO PAY! NO ONE RUNS AWAY FROM ME, NO ONE!"

Random Comedy bit to get something out of my system;
Akito was silent for a moment, before he said softly; "How much does Shigure want to hurt me, Kureno? And… how much do I want to hurt him back?... He is going to pay…" He paused momentarily, and then screamed, "HE IS GOING TO PAY! NO ONE RUNS AWAY FROM ME, NO ONE!...

... and we will make cupcakes and dance with midgets! Do the Midget Dance, whoot! Whoot!"

Forgive me, I just had to do that oO;

On a serious note though, what's Akito got planned? You'll have to see! (And, folks, he's left Ralph at home... so beware for a mean... and horrible... Akito n.n!)