Fighting a Losing Battle

"Well, let's see what you got, Ichigo,"

"I'll make you eat your words. Strawberuberu. Ribbon Strawberry Check!"

Nushka dodged it with ease.

"Grrrr…I'll show you. Girls, lend me your powers."

The rest of the Mews' weapons glowed as their powers started to gather around her.

"Oh, No you don't"

A flash of light surrounded the rest of the Mews and they found themselves in a huge bubble. They had been transformed back to their normal selves and could do nothing but watch as and Ichigo battled.

"I knew that would happen so I prepared this "present" in advance. Isn't it beautiful Kitty? A nice big snow globe filled with toys. Don't worry, I'll add you in when I'm done with you. As for your little boyfriend, well, I think he'll make a lovely slave, obeying my every command," Nushka laughed loudly.

"You witch!"

"What did you call me?"

"YOU WITCH!"

"You'll pay for that! Amethyst Pole Indigo Slash!" Nushka's weapon glowed as a flash of light slashed towards Ichigo. It barely missed her.

"You won't be so lucky next time, Kitty."

"Nushka, stop this madness right now!" Kish pleaded. "I don't wish to hurt you darling," Nushka waved her hand and another bubble surrounded itself around Kish. He banged the barrier around him furiously.

"Now it's your turn. DIE Kitty! Amethyst Pole Final Finish"

Nushka laughed, "Now Kish is all MINE!"

"Don't count your chickens before they hatch, Nushka," Ichigo staggered to her feet. She had barely escaped Nushka's attack, "Cats have nine lives, remember."

"I'm going to finish off every single one of them!"

"No. You. WON'T! Ribbon Strawberry Check Surplus!"

Nushka dodged her attack yet again.

"Good one. But not good enough. Let's see what else you've got kitty."

"I have plenty more where that came from. Just you wait."

"You can try. You know, Ichigo. You should take care of your men better. Take this one for instance," Nushka waved her hand and levitated Ryou's body between them.

"Leave him alone."

"Awww. Did I hit a nerve? Why don't you attack me then? Let's see if your boyfriend likes strawberries as well."

Ichigo lowered her Strawberry Bell a little. She couldn't hit Nushka without injuring Ryou as well.

"He's really cute. When I'm done with you, he will make a fine slave. Dou you think his kissing will be just as nice as his cooking? Should I try it out now?" Nushka taunted as she held Ryou's body closer to her.

"DON'T YOU DARE!"