TIGRESS POV
I ran down the stairs that led to the Valley of Peace. He can't have gotten too far.
Once I reached the valley, I was sure to check every corner, every alleyway that Mike may be hiding in. After looking for any signs or clues that may give him away, I figured that he had already left the valley. However, I saw another familiar face.
"Peng"?
I ran up to the snow leopard and upon closer review, it was indeed Peng. I bowed with respect and he returned it. As good as it was to see Peng again, I had more important matters to deal with.
"It is good to see you once again Master Tigress".
"It is good to see you too Peng".
"I am sure you are wondering why I am back in the Valley of Peace again".
"Indeed, but that can wait. I'm looking for a grey python. Black spots on his back, red eyes, named Mike".
Peng thought for a moment before answering.
"Yes, I have. He said something about heading in that direction".
I looked to where Peng was pointing. He pointed to the north section just outside of town. I bowed once more and headed off. Once I get my hands on Mike, I'll make him tell me what this is all about.

PENG POV
I watched Tigress run towards where I had pointed. I couldn't help but feel a small amount of guilt build up inside me.
"Is she gone"?
I turned round and watched Mike slither from the roof above me to the ground in front of me.
"She's gone. But it won't take long before she learns that she's been tricked. You'll have to move quickly if you want to get out of here"
"I suppose so. Thanks Peng, I appreciatte what you did".
I then watched as Mike took off with the bundle in his mouth. He slithered into the bamboo forest. I waited until I couldn't see him anymore and returned to what I was doing before. I still needed to check on one last thing.

MIKE POV
I slithered quickly to God knows where, the dark stole most of my vision and I could only imagine what, if any, dangers lurked in the forest. Once reaching a small opening, I pulled the map from my bag and allowed the moonlight to shine on it before checking where I was going.
It seemed that I would need to travel for a few weeks in order to just get out of china. Still, for what it was worth... I put the map back into my bag and continued in the direction I was heading.
Soon after ten minutes of slithering, I came across some ruins of old statues. Many had been carved into huge stone rocks while others just lay on the ground in several pieces. Some of the statues feature animals I had never seen before. The area seemed like a good enough place to sleep. However I still wasn't safe from Tigress, and it was too dark to continue. I looked back at the big statue carved into the stone and figured to sleep behind it. Thanks to the flexibility I now had, I could easily adjust my body around the statue which would otherwise cause serious sleeping problems for anyone else. I took the bundle with me as well and hid it on a small ledge above me. I then fell asleep, hoping that I would be safe here.

TIGRESS POV
I returned from the north area outside of the town. Mike couldn't have made it so far already, Peng must be hiding his true whereabouts. I would have to talk to him again.
I walked back into the Valley of peace and saw that there was a light source around the next corner, around where Mr. Ping's noodle shop is. I went to investigate and found Peng kneeling with a lantern at his side. What was he doing? Wasn't he kneeling over the area where Po... Oh.
I walked up to Peng, careful not to disturb him. I waited until he stood back up.
"Peng"... I began, wanting to ask if this was why he had returned.
"I know what you're going to say master Tigress. But truth of it is, Even if he did bring dishonor to my family and tried to destroy the valley, Tai Lung is- was still my Uncle. The least I could do is pay my respects, even if I don't feel comfortable with it".
This must have been why Peng returned. I couldn't help but feel sorry for him, even if Tai Lung was a heartless villain.
"I don't hold it against you Peng. And I'm sorry about what happened but Po did what he had to. For China".
"I know. But still, I can't help but think what if? Had my uncle realised his mistakes and done something about it instead of seeking revenge"...
Peng trailed off. I couldn't blame him for doing so. Instead, I nodded in understanding.
"Peng, I don't mean to be insensitive, but I need to find Mike. I nee to find out what he's up to".
Peng stood still for a few seconds before responding.
"He headed into the bamboo forest".
"Then why did you keep it from me"?
"Because Mike told me that he needed to leave, to find happiness. He said that he couldn't find it here in the Valley of Peace and needed to return to his roots, back home".
"And where is home for him"?
"He didn't say, all I did note was that he wasn't from China".
Not from China? Then where did he come from? More questions were being asked faster than they were being answered.
"Thanks Peng".
I headed towards the Bamboo forest, leaving Peng to finish paying his respects. It would be most likely that Mike would be camping for the night at the Ruins of the Mongolian sages or at the least he would be resting before continuing this journey of his.

MIKE POV
A soft thud woke me up. It came from the front of the statue. I slowly peeked my head out. Damn it, how did she catch up so quickly?
Tigress was right outside. She hadn't seen me yet and I could only hope that she would leave and soon. I listened out for any movement. After a while, I heard her footsteps leaving. I waited until I could no longer hear the footsteps before checking again. She was nowhere in sight.
This was both good and bad for me. The good news being she didn't see me. The bad needs was that she would likely inform Shifu, Po and the others that I've run off. Whether they would leave me be or come after me I didn't know. Either way it meant I would have to wake up early, eat one of the bean buns and set off at once.
I looked back at where Tigress had gone off. I couldn't help but feel like I was in minecraft. Eating to stay alive, Living in the earth, hiding from monsters. Tigress was much scarier than any Creeper or Enderman so that was what made it that much worse. I fell asleep once more, trying to forget my troubles.
NINE HOURS LATER
Morning came at last and I could now get moving. I opened the bundle, ate one of the bean buns and set off at once.
As I left the ruins behind, the soft grass was quickly replaced with hard rock. I moved across carefully so that I didn't hurt myself on any of the jagged rocks. Judging from where I was standing, it looked as though the jagged rocks went on for a while. What would come after that I didn't know.
I braced myself and began to move across the rocks. I can't believe I didn't dcide to pack any medical supplies.

TIGRESS POV
"...That's all I know".
I finished telling Shifu and the five about last night. They all seemed either sad or like myself, angry.
"So now what do we do"? Crane asked, looking for any form of guidance.
"Um, how about finding him"? Po interjected seeming serious for once. "I mean, Peng's a great kid but this is a chance to"... Po stopped talking upon seeing everyone glaring at him.
"... Oh. You meant Mike right"?
I turned to Shifu. If anyone knew what to do, he would.
"Master Shifu, what should we do"?
Master Shifu thought long and hard before coming to a conclusion.
"Have only a small group go with you to find him Tigress. If you find him, try to convince him that he is making a terrible decision. If not... then we have no right to stop him".
We all bowed, respecting Mater Shifu's judgement.
After quick organisation, Viper and Crane agreed to come with me. Crane could spot anything from a distance when flying and Viper was the best at talking to Mike. In my opinion, I think we should just knock him out and drag him back here, however I know that everyone else would advise against it.
Po wanted to find Peng and talk to him. I can't say that I wouldn't try to. The kid's got talent when it came to Kung fu. But for now, We need to find Mike. We immediatley set out. Crane took to the sky while myself and Viper took the ground. It was going to take some time until we found him.

MIKE POV
At this point I was beginning to wonder if this was a good idea, setting off to England when I'm so far from it. Should I head back? No. No chance. I could do this if I set my mind to it. Just like I always could. My mind was already set on the goal. To give up on this meant giving up everything that I wanted, everything that I needed. There was no going back.
It was more or less coming to the evening. The rocks became smoother as I moved further along. At least that was a positive. The only positive thing since the start of today.
The sun moved behind the clouds, giving me some shade from the heat. Still, I took a quick gulp of water from a jar which I had also taken with me. And given the lack of supplies I was carrying I had to make it last as long as I could.
I played a few songs through my head as I slithered along, it helped me pass the time. I wanted to try singing out loud the songs I played through but decided not to. Imagine how stupid I would look, even if I was the only one around. I noted that there was some huge rocks that would make a good spot to hide in the shade as I saw the clouds in front of the sun was beginning to pass. I made my way over to them quickly, racing the clouds.
I made it before the sun shone down on the stone path again. At least now I could take a small break from slithering along at last. All I could do now was stare out into the distance. Admiring the view of the mountains behind me. I guess I can see why hikers and climbers do what they do. To experience the wonders of nature. That is mostly what I have done since coming to this world, although I don't think animals walking on two legs and in clothing really counts as natural.
I just sat down for at least half an hour before moving on. I wasn't sure if anyone from the valley was after me but I didn't want them to catch up to me if they were. I set off at once, bearing the heat once more.
I again sung in my own head. The rocky area was nearly over as I saw grass once again, not too far away from where I was. I moved faster, glad that I could now travel over something soft again. I reached the grass and it felt much much better than the rocks. I looked back towards the sea of rock. The worst was behind me. However, something caught my eye from above. Something in the sky... Oh no. how did they catch up so quickly? Damn it, I need to get moving, now!
I speeded forwards like a jetboat in water. There was little to hide under. Everything was too small or didn't provide enough cover! Basically, I was screwed! Still, I did what I could to get away, not realising how pointless it was. I mean, Crane was much MUCH faster in the air than anyone else was on the ground. I looked up. He knew where I was as he began swooping down towards my position! Damn it all. I could even hear him yelling at me to stop! Eff that if he really thinks I'm just going to give up so quickly! I've been travelling for almost an entire day yet they've found me in a few hours? That's BS!
In seconds, he landed right in front of me in an attempt to get me to stop.
"MIKE, WAI-".
I sped straight past him.
"DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT IT CRANE, JUST LEAVE ME BE"! I yelled back. Of course, he came after me again, instead of landing in front of me, he glided at my side, trying to talk me out of leaving.
"What is this all about? Why are you just leaving"?
"For pete's sake Crane, I don't belong at the Jade Palace or the Valley or Peace or even the whole Country. I'm heading back home and I'm not letting you stop me"!
Crane was about to argue back until he turned round. His eyes went wide and turned back to me.
"I'm not the one who's about to".
He then soared away from me. And as much as I would regret it, I looked behind me. Tigress was gaining on me and quick! Jesus, I felt like she was going to literally kill me! She looked angry as hell! Once she was in range, she jumped at me! I slid to the left as quick as my snake body would let me! I heard her hit the ground where I once was. However she quickly recovered and was on my tail yet again! I kept moving and waited until I couldn't hear her footsteps. That was how I knew she was pouncing at me. She tried again and I moved to the right. Again I barely escaped her!
In my mind I was yelling, "SHIT, SHIT, SHIT"! It was almost like the demons of hell were chasing me! Then again this was Tigress so is there really that much difference? The footsteps came again. It sounded like she was a foot from my tail! Oh sweet mother of mercy, I've never dealt with such a scary situation before, EVER! My heart was racing, I was so tired, I was now running on adrenaline!
Before I knew it, She grabbed me by the tail and I dropped the bundle! I knew it, it's over for me now! She lifted me up to her face. I could feel her breath on my face, forcing me to close my eyes.
"You and I are going to have a little chat". She said calmly. Though that was what scared me the most so far. Whenever someone tries to be calm while angry, bad things happen.
"Tigress wait"!
How many people did they send after me for Gods sake? I looked and saw Viper slithering up to me. I imagined that she was going to help me out. She narrowed her eyes at me.
"Let me talk to him first".
Though I could be bloody wrong. Tigress dropped me and I landed on my head.
"If you so much as move an inch, I'll pin you to the ground with my claws"!
I watched her walk off next to Crane who looked like he felt sorry for me. I felt sorry for myself as well.
"What do you think you are doing"? Viper raised her voice. "Leaving the Jade palace, after what we've done for you"?
I did what I could to argue back.
"Being a warrior wasn't what I wanted for my life okay? I'm not a skilled fighter and I don't plan to be".
"Then why did you become one anyway? Huh? Seems a little strange if you didn't want to become a warrior"!
"Because I thought I had no choice".
"Haven't you made enough choices? Look where it has gotten you! Running away from somewhere that you might fit in"!
"So what you're saying is that I won't fit in anywhere else "?
"I didn't say that"!
"You were implying it".
"I never meant it and you know it"!
"... I've made my choice and I'm sticking with it. This conversation is over".
I slithered away but the second I turned round, Tigress had already grabbed me again. I saw Viper go from angry to worried. Imagine how I feel, I couldn't even see Tigress's face. However I knew that if I did I would die. I don't know if I'm joking about that either.
As soon as she turned me round, I did nearly faint. It was terrifying, seriously terrifying! I tried to remain calm and spoke.
"Tigress, let me go".
Intead of complying, Tigress pulled her fist back.
"TIGRESS, NO"! I heard Viper and Crane yell. The last thing I could remember was Tigress's fist moving towards my face at a hundred miles an hour.

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Well it seems that I no longer go to college on Wednesdays. Yippee :D Now I have more time to write. That actually addresses a bit of a serious matter. I got a review telling me that I throw too many surprises into this story. After looking through for myself, I discovered for myself that he was right. My story seems a little rushed so I promise that I will try to slow down on the action a bit for the rest of the story.

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