An: Alright! I got another chapter done! If you're hankering for more action, just be patient. The Heartless are not gone yet. They're just taking a break. If you're hankering for some romance….you're going to have to give me some time. I haven't got a clue how I'm pulling that off. All I can say is that Rikku isn't going to end up with Gippal. Don't get me wrong, I like GippalxRikku pairings, but I like doing different things. So if you don't like this development then sorry. For those of you who are going to stick around then enjoy.

Ryu: Now that that's out of the way. It's time for Reviewer Feedback. Go ahead DT. Do your job.

DT: Since when are you the boss of me? You do it!

Ryu: I'm not a push over like Kyle.

Kyle: Who are you calling a push over!

(Ryu and Kyle fight an amazing battle.)

DT: Wow, the son of Cloud vs. the son of Sesshoumaru. Oh well, might as well do the feedback.

Xeno: Oh, stop. You're making me blush. It feels so good to have fans. Thanks for reviewing another one of my stories. I hope you like this chapter.

Fukokirisawa: The best? Wow, I wasn't expecting to hear that. I feel very honored and I'm glad you like my fic.

Blu Rose: Looks like you're not the only one anymore. And of course Ryu is going to win. This story won't go anywhere if he doesn't get the job.

DT: Well that's it. Now remember, I don't own Final Fantasy X-2 or Kingdom Hearts. Enjoy the chapter and please review. No flames. Now to observe this spectacular battle. (munches on popcorn)

Ch 2 Rikku's Bodyguard

Ryu finally drew his sword. Yuna and Tidus gasped when they saw the katan. It looked like Auron's old one. The air around Ryu stirred and then he slashed the air.

"Wind Blade!"

His attacked slowed some of them down and blew some of them to the side. Ryu then went for the closest one that had been blown from the group. His opponent got up and put up his sword to defend himself. Ryu came down as hard as he could on the sword and broke it. His opponent gasped in surprise. Ryu took advantage of this and punched him in the gut. The fighter doubled over and passed out. Ryu smirked, but then the others surrounded him.

"You may have gotten one of us, but you're ours now!" one of the fighters said.

Ryu backed away, but soon hit the wall of the mountain that surrounded the temple. The fighters smiled at him in victory. Cid and the others though for sure it was over. The leader of the group stepped up and pointed his sword at Ryu.

"Since I'm such a nice guy, I'll give you a chance to surrender. How about it kid?"

Ryu smirked. "I don't think so."

"What!"

Ryu jumped up as high as he could and hit the mountain wall. Some of the loose rocks began to fall. The other fighters began to back away from the rockslide. Using his wind blade he batted some descent sized rocks at them.

"Ahhhhhh! What are you going!"

"Winning." he answered simply. A huge boulder came tumbling down. Ryu jumped behind it. Using his Wind Blade, he sinks his sword into the boulder causing it to explode into tiny rocks. They fly at the fighters. Some of them get hit on the head and pass out while other were cut by some of the sharp ones. The rock slide finally stopped. Ryu surveyed the damage. Most if not all of the fighters were disabled. The leader of the group stood up despite his wounded arm. Ryu walked closer to him and pointed his sword.

"I suggest you surrender. There's no point in continuing."

The only response he got was a glare. Cid decided that Ryu had proved himself enough.

"Alright, alright. Break it up you two."

Ryu nodded and sheathed his katan. The other fighter conceded as well. Cid walked up to Ryu.

"Well kid, you got the job. Congratulations!"

Gippal and the others went over to him and congratulated him. Cid made sure the other fighters were okay and dismissed them. Cid lead Ryu into the temple. He would be introduced to Rikku the next day, so he had to spend the night. Ryu was shown to his room and left alone to get comfortable. In the room there was a bed and a desk with a chair. There was another door which he assumed lead to a bathroom. As soon as he was sure they were gone, he took the large sword off his back and leaned it on the side of the bed. He laid down and stared at the ceiling.

'I did it. I got the job. Now I just have to make sure nothing happens to her until the wedding. Once I get paid, I can….'

A sudden knock disturbed his thoughts. He sat up.

"Yes?"

"Umm, do you have some time? There's something I'd like to ask you."

Ryu got up and moved the katan over to the desk. Then he went to the door. Yuna and Tidus were allowed in and sat on the bed and Ryu sat on the chair.

"I'm sorry to disturb you." Yuna said politely.

"It's okay."

"Oh, we didn't introduce ourselves. I'm…"

"High Summoner Yuna and Sir Tidus. Right?"

"Uh, yes. How did you know?"

"Everyone knows you. After all, you and your guardians defeated Sin. So, what did you want to ask?"

"I wanted to ask you where you got that katan."

Ryu grabbed the katan and held it up to them. "This?" Yuna nodded. "Why do you want to know?"

"It looks like one that a friend of ours use to have. Those sunglasses look the same too." Tidus answered.

Yuna had not noticed the sunglasses, but now that she did, she realized it was identical to Auron's. Ryu leaned the katan on the desk again. He leaned forward and rested his elbows on his legs. He looked pensively at the floor. Then he sat up and looked at them.

"You wouldn't believe me if I told you."

Tidus snorted. "You won't know unless you talk." he pushed.

Ryu smirked. "Okay then. I got the sword and glasses from a man I came to see as a father. His name was Auron. I believe you knew him. Correct?"

Tidus nodded. "Yeah, but that doesn't explain how you got his katan and sunglasses. He was sent after Sin was defeated, so there was no way for him to give them to you."

"True, Auron did not give them to me personally. An Al Bhed named Rin delivered them to me along with….."

"With what?" Yuna asked.

Ryu shook his head. "Nothing. Just forget it." he stood up. "Now, I'll kindly ask you to leave. I need to get some rest."

Yuna and Tidus nodded and left him alone. They walked down the halls of the temple and went outside. They stood at the entrance looking at the stars. Yuna leaned on Tidus's shoulder. He hugged her close to him.

"Well, he told us what we wanted to know, but now I'm left with more questions." Yuna stated.

"I know. I wonder when he met Auron. He must have known him for a long time if he saw him as a father." Tidus said.

Yuna only nodded and wrapped her arms around his abdomen. The couple continued to stare at the night sky, contempt to be in each others arms.

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The next morning, Ryu was awaken by banging on his door.

"Wake up kid! My daughter is going to be here soon!"

Ryu grumbled as he got out of bed. He sleepily walked to the bathroom for an early morning shower. After that, he cleaned his sunglasses and placed them on his head. He strapped the katan on his back again and walked out to the lobby of the temple. Cid, Gippal, Paine, Yuna and Tidus were waiting for him. Last night he began to wonder if it was a good idea to tell them about Auron's sword and glasses. If anything, it probably left him with more questions. He should have just kept his mouth shut.

"Good morning Ryu." Yuna said with a smile.

"Morning." he said monotonously.

"Rikku should be here soon. I called my son and told him to drop her off. She's been on the airship for a couple of days now so I can image she has a lot of pent up energy. You're going to have your hands full." he said with a laugh.

Ryu didn't answer and just nodded. He crosses his arms over his chest and waited patiently for her arrival. They heard a loud engine coming from outside. Ryu assumed it was the airship. After a few more seconds, the doors flew open. Rikku marched up to her father with a frown on her face.

"I can't believe you're doing this to me."

"What are you complaining about? I did all the work! Now then.." Cid placed a hand on her shoulder and twirled her towards Ryu. "This is your bodyguard. His name is Ryu."

Rikku gasped. "It's you!" she said pointing at him.

Ryu kept his face emotionless. "It's not polite to point. So, you're the princess I have to baby-sit."

Rikku's frown returned. She marched up to Ryu and poked his chest. "Hey, who are you calling a baby!"

"I believe I called you a princess Miss Rikku." Ryu answered calmly.

"Csynd ycc (Smart ass)." she said with a pout.

"Cbuemat bnehlacc (Spoiled princess)." Ryu retaliated.

They all looked shocked. "You can speak Al Bhed!"

Ryu nodded. "I've been called an Al Bhed so many times that I decided to learn their language."

Rikku got up in his face and looked in his eyes. Ryu was uncomfortable with her invading his personal space, but she soon stepped back.

"Well, your eyes aren't swirled. Are you half Al Bhed?"

Ryu shrugged. "I wish I knew."

They all looked at him with questioning gazes. He really didn't feel like explaining anything so he turned to Cid.

"So is there anything I should know before we head out?"

"Just one thing." he grabbed Ryu's coat collar and glared. "If anything happens to my daughter, you will face my wrath and the wrath of the Al Bhed. Got it?"

Ryu nodded. "Your turn Gippal." Cid said and he walked away into the temple.

Gippal walked up to him and instead of threatening him, he pat him on his shoulder. "All I can say is good luck. Trouble seems to find these guys where ever they go. Just keep her safe."

He then turned to Rikku. "Stop by and visit sometime. I need to know how my fiancée is doing every now and then."

"Umm, sure."

Gippal nodded and he too left. Rikku bounced over to her friends. Ryu waited patiently until it was time to go. It took longer than he expected. Never the less, he didn't loose his temper. If Cid meant anything, then it meant anything he did as well.

"Lets get going!" she yelled to Ryu.

He was never so relieved to hear that. Not that he showed it. They walked out and Rikku called Brother to pick them up. Ryu was amazed by the size of the airship. He remembered seeing one like it two years ago. This one seemed more impressive than the other. After they climbed aboard, they headed to the bridge to introduce Ryu to the crew. Upon entering the bridge, Ryu noticed the guy with the Mohawk. He was kind of hard to ignore with that hairdo and the tattoos. Then he noticed another guy that was more tanned than the other and wore goggles. Yuna walked over to them with Tidus and Paine.

"Guys." she began. "This is Ryu and he is Rikku's new bodyguard." she then turned to Ryu. "Ryu this is…."

"Buddy, Brother, and Paine."

Yuna gave him a look. "You guys did save Spira from Vegnagun and the High Summoner is the leader. It's hard not to get famous with those qualifications."

Brother jumped up and down in frustration. "I AM THE LEADER! Right Yuna?"

"Of course."

"Yeah right." Ryu mumbled.

"What did you say!"

"Nothing."

Brother glared at Ryu, who seemed to be ignoring him. Rikku decided to do something about the tension and grabbed Ryu's arm.

"I'm gonna show him around the airship. See ya later!"

After they left Brother said something in Al Bhed. Most likely something bad about Ryu. Yuna tried to put in a good word for him as did Tidus.

"Well, he's a character. Reminds me of Paine." Buddy commented on his way to his seat.

"How's that?" she asked.

"Well, he has the-leave-me-alone attitude, but you've warmed up." Buddy answered.

Brother had finally calmed down enough to also put in his two cents. "I don't like him. Let's get him fired!"

"Count me out." Buddy said.

"Like wise." Paine stated. Yuna and Tidus also backed off. Brother was left alone to plot against Ryu.

"It's his first day. Just give him a chance to warm up to us." Tidus suggested.

Brother glared at Tidus and walked over to the pilot seat. Tidus wasn't sure why Brother didn't like him, but at least he wasn't alone anymore. Yuna shook her head and went to talk to Paine to schedule Rikku's dress hunt. After all, they had a lot of work ahead of them.

AN: Well the fight is over and the winner was…..no one. It was a tie. I couldn't decided who the winner should be. I love both my creations.

(DT hugs Ryu and Kyle.)

Ryu and Kyle: This is so embarrassing.

DT: See you next time and please review, but no flames. Later!

(Ryu and Kyle hold up sign that says 'Help us!'.)