Kimiko woke up and rolled over. She could fell someone in the bed next to her. It was Yuuji, had to be. She opened her eyes and saw, not Yuuji, but Raimundo lying next to her. She sat up, covering herself with her sheets, despite the fact that Raimundo was asleep.

She looked around, she was in Raimundo's house, not hers and Yuuji's. She quickly got out of bed and silently got dressed. She looked back around. Raimundo stirred and slowly opened his eyes. Those green eyes snapped straight to her face and he frowned.

He got up and pulled on his tracksuit trousers. He looked back around at her. Neither of them said anything. They just stared at each other. Raimundo slowly smiled gently and blinked a couple of times.

"Good morning?" He said.

Kimiko stared at him in disbelief and walked out of the room.

"Kim, stop!" Said Raimundo.

He followed and grabbed her arm.

"Get off me!" Said Kimiko, pulling away.

"What's up with you?" he asked, taking his hand away.

"What's up with me?" snapped Kimiko, "Hello? Are you completely dense?"

"Sort of," Said Raimundo, shrugging, "I don't see the problem with it."

"The problem?" snapped Kimiko, "I have a boyfriend!"

"I'd say so!" Said Raimundo.

"A boyfriend who's not you!" Shouted Kimiko.

Raimundo put his head on one side and his forehead creased as he folded his arms.

"Interesting," said Raimundo.

"What?" asked Kimiko.

"The fact that despite the fact that this sort of proves that you feel the same about me, you still say that Yuuji is your boyfriend," said Raimundo, "it's interesting."

"Yuuji is my boyfriend!" Said Kimiko, " And it's going to stay that way!"

"You can't pretend that," Said Raimundo, "not forever."

Kimiko stared at him blankly.

"I love Yuuji and I'm going to stay with him," said Kimiko, "last night was a mistake."

"Pretty big mistake," said Raimundo.

Kimiko turned and walked out of the door, slamming it behind her. Raimundo actually smiled to himself and eyebrows flicked up and he turned away.

"Love you too."

Kimiko got in quietly and shut the door behind her, but Yuuji was already awake.

"Hey," He said.

"Hey," Sighed Kimiko.

"Where have you been? I was worried," Said Yuuji, standing up.

"I just … needed to clear my head," Said Kimiko.

Yuuji kissed her and she smiled up at him.

"I'm sorry I made you worry," She said quietly.

"No problem," He said, "I'm sorry for upsetting you last night."

"No … I needed to hear it and … well it's no problem." Said Kimiko.

Yuuji smiled and walked towards the door.

"I'm going into work early, why don't you relax for a while." He said, "There's something I want to ask you when I see you."

"Can't you ask me now?" Asked Kimiko.

"Nope, sorry," said Yuuji, winking at her and shutting the door.

"Fine," sighed Kimiko, "I'll just stay here … who am I talking to?"

Raimundo sat opposite Omi as his head slowly lifted.

"Good morning Omi," Said Raimundo, cheerily, "how are you this morning?"

Omi didn't answer, but spat in Raimundo's general direction. It missed but Raimundo shook his head and shuddered.

"That's grose!" He said, "Where are your manners?"

"You are a traitor!" snapped Omi, "You are owed no respect!"

"I'm a traitor? Well, I'm going to tell you a little story about a guy I used to know. Tell me if it rings any bells." Raimundo took a breath and set his face.

His eyes settled on Omi's.

"He was xiaolin dragon, the xiaolin dragon of water to be precise. He had a group of friends, who all looked out for him and he looked out for them," Omi's eye remained set on Raimundo's, "When one of his friends took a wrong turn, he as the first one to believe that there was still good inside of him and he helped his back to the right side. They returned to be friends and they were all happy. Nothing could dampen their spirits. Then this guy turned up," Raimundo smiled, "you might of heard of him, his name is Chase Young. Anyway, this guy started stirring up trouble for this guy and his friends from the second he arrived on the scene. Despite his best efforts, this guy couldn't help but feel he should trust this Chase Young guy. Chase Young saw his opportunity and decided to play this guy for all that he was worth. He tricked him into believing that he was actually a pretty good guy."

Raimundo stood up and looked into the face of his old friend, who's own face remained set in an expressionless mask.

"Then, Chase young stabbed this guy in the back. He tricked him into thinking he was doing the right thing and stole his good side. He locked it up and made this guy swear his loyalty to him. Then, when his friends thought that they had finally found the answer and had gotten him back, Chase Young reminded him of his promise and this guy remained in his service. He stayed there up until real recently when he was captured by his friends, who despite everything he'd ever done to them, are still trying to help him."

Raimundo continued to keep his eyes on Omi's, but nothing changed.

"Well? Remind you of anyone?" He asked.

"It is a very familiar story," Said Omi, "but nothing more than a story. There is no real truth behind a story."

"Well, how did you come to hear about it then?" Asked Raimundo.

"It is no doubt a children's story I heard in my youth and have been reminded of," Said Omi.

"Guess again pal," said Raimundo.

"You are wasting your time!" Shouted Omi, "It is all lies! Lies and fantasy and nothing more!"

"Then what are you so stressed about?" Asked Raimundo.

Omi glared up at him.

"Admit it Omi," Said Raimundo, "You know that story because it's you! It's your life and you remember it!"

"My life has been at chase Young's side ever since I was deserted by my parents." Said Omi.

"Omi … you were taken in by Master Fung and the temple monks," said Raimundo.

"M … master … Fung." Said Omi, "this name is familiar, but of no importance!"

Just then there was a knock at the door. Clay walked in, carrying a glass of water.

"I thought he might need a drink," Said Clay, "He has been unconscious for a while."

Raimundo nodded and rubbed his eyes.

"Late night?" Asked Clay.

"I'd say," Said Raimundo.

Clay held the glass for Omi. Raimundo stood back and thought about everything he had said. This wasn't as easy as he had wanted it to be and every now and then his mind would wander up to Kimiko. What was up with her? What was she doing right now? When was she going to realise that they were meant for each other? Why was she in total denial?

"Rai?" Asked Clay, "you seem pretty out of it."

"Huh?" Said Raimundo dazedly, "What? Nah, I'm fine. I just … there's something I got to do. You mind looking after me denial here?"

"Course not," said Clay, "but I'd avoid Kimiko. After this morning she's going to be pissed of at you."

Raimundo stopped in his tracks and looked back at Clay, but he had turned his back. She had told him! That bit-

Wuya stood before a large part of Chase army and smiled. She had done it. Chase Young had left, looking for his lost apprentice and she had made her move. These were all the members she knew were more loyal to her than to chase Young.

"My loyal friends, I have a favour to ask you," Said Wuya, "whisper, spread and divide. You know this is the time to start. Get as many followers as you can. We must build our forces and then we can strike!"

"When will we strike?" Asked one at the front.

"When the time is right," said Wuya, "We can not strike while Chase Young is still on his guard. At this moment, Omi is taken prisoner with the enemy and he concerned about how such a well trained dragon could be taken hostage. Well, I'm depending on the fact that they will get through to Omi. Chase will be divided from his strongest follower and so he will be weaker and when he is least expecting it we will attack!"

"Whom shall we be attacking?" Asked another, "His personally or one followers?"

"You shall take down as many of his followers as possible, but try to persuade as many also. I shall deal with Chase personally," Said Wuya, "but hush! He cannot know of this plan. Do not even think of it until I say it is safe. He will suspect everyone."

"But won't we then be weakened by the fight. The rebellion will then attack!" Said another soldier.

"No, they will not risk it," said Wuya, "The Heylin side was powers and follower running deeper than their pathetic little society and they know it, otherwise they would've attacked by now. Until further notice, we shall remain hidden and they shall remain hidden. By the time it comes to fight them, we shall have forces stronger than the power of darkness itself. There are so many evils in the centre of this earth. Evils that even Grand Master Daschi would fail to comprehend."

A roar went up through the soldiers and Wuya smiled. Phase one complete and with Omi now out of the way, Chase Young would be unprotected against the magics she would summon. She had defied the prophecy that Chase had been relying on. This was it! No one would stop her again.

(A/N) Sorry it's shorter than normal, but I've hurt my hand making typing difficult.

I hope you enjoyed. Tell me what you think.

Lots of luv, Becky.