Defy

Chapter 5

Author Notes: We be back folks~ Currently our heroes are in a depressed slump...we need to seriously do something to change that. Let's get started boys and girls! I do not own Nanbaka.

3rd P.O.V

Days merged into days then weeks, and soon enough a month passed. And the aura of joy and carefree energy that was usually found in cell 13 was lost. Sure they did their little routines and pissed off Hajime. Especially when Yamato tried dragging the trio to early morning training...but it just wasn't the same.

It was hard for them to keep up the optimism when they still haven't heard word of their friend Jyugo. Their little area felt bigger and colder without the snarky teen. Nico and Rock found it hard to enjoy their favorite activities and Uno?

The braided haired gambler was downright irritable, constantly scowling as he asks for news-anything related to Jyugo. His temper getting worse as his patience for answers dwindles. Just the week before he got in trouble to fighting with Honey.

Because of course the pretty boy would choose a time like this to set him off. Seitarou tries to keep their spirits up, but in the end there was nothing he could do. He was just as powerless as they were. And Hajime was for once glad that the three were in such a funk, it meant less paperwork for him.

Although he was feeling pretty frustrated himself. He had been searching high and low alongside Kenshirou and a few others for the bastard that caused the explosion in Nanba's arena and so far no luck. There wasn't a single trace of anyone suspicious or out of place.

It was like the perpetraitor vanished into thin air. Though that didn't deter the bald headed supervisor. He continued his investigation, leaving Yamato and Seitarou to keep an eye on the building 13 in his absence.

"Guys-Guys!" The blue haired guard rushed up to the little cage, holding the bars as his eyes twinkled in excitement. All three innmate's gazes were on him as Nico tilted his head. "What's up?" Seitarou was barely able to contain himself as he smiled.

For once having some good news for them. "Jyugo's awake!" Everyone practically scrambled to their feet. "Seriously?" They all but smashed into the bars, hope shining forth. "How is he?!" The meek guard waited a few minutes as the teens fired off several questions relating to the injured prisoner at him.

After they all calmed down a tad, Seitarou nodded his head in confirmation, though it didn't stop there. There was more. "Yep~ And instead of just telling you, the Supervisor just gave me permission to escort you! We can leave right now."

Their eyes lighting up, Seitarou couldn't unlock their jailcell fast enough. "Come on Seitarou-Chan!" As soon as the door opened-they rushed out, running as fast as their legs could carry them.

"H-Hey! Wait for meeee!" Uno was in the lead, followed by Rock and then Nico who struggled a bit with the heavy weight chained to his leg. "Jyugo!" Blue painted nails threw the door open, only to smash into the ground as the three prisoners collapsed into each other. It was like the domino affect as their faces collide into the ground

Hajime who watched the idiots entrance rolled his eyes. "Knock it off you morons, this is a medical ward!" He was already starting to miss the peace and quiet. They mumbled small apologies, but otherwise ignored the stern guard in exchange for their friend who was sitting up on his bed.

His typical white and black garb was replaced with bandages and a medical gown. His left cheek, both arms, stomach and legs were covered in white gauze. His eyes pained but bright as he gives a small careful wave.

"Hey guys, what took ya so long?" Suddenly Jyugo winced as Nico, Uno and Rock started crying, screaming all sorts of incoherent sentences as they tried to gently hug the injured criminal.

"I'm so glad you're alright."

"Don't do something like that again you ass!"

"Do you know how worried we were!?"

"How bad are your injuries!?"

"It's about time you woke up!"

"When you get better we'll do a jail break sound good?~"

At that last statement Hajime stomped his foot. "Hell no!" Jyugo chuckled, and it was music to everyone's ears, brightening the already happy atmosphere. Of course there was always someone to demi down the situation. "Number 15." Perking up the raven haired boy glances up at his guard.

"Yeah?" Uno watches them, noting their little staring showdown. Out of all the people he's met, Jyugo and Hajime were the two most difficult to understand. They were mysteries in their own right and man did it get frustrating trying to read their emotions.

Especially when he catches something. There was a secret conversation passing between the two though he couldn't interpret the message. "Don't forget the Warden's going to be visiting later. Be on your best behavior!"

Sighing the sixteen year old could only nod. He knew this was coming but man he wasn't looking forward to it. Satisfied, the bald man leaves, giving the group their privacy as well as meet up with the she demon herself. "The Warden? Why's she coming?" Tired, Jyugo leans back against the pillows, giving a soft gaze.

"She's wants me to tell her in my own words what happened. She's hoping that maybe I spotted something the supervisors overlooked." Rock raised an eyebrow, frowning. "But didn't you just wake up man?" The short teen was barely able to sit up, let alone talk about something that took place a month ago.

What good would it be for him to speak about it? Uno scowls at the information, not liking it one bit. "Sounds more like they're suspecting you of being the cause of it. The bastards." The rude tone startled everyone present.

Even more so when realizing that it was Uno of all people. Mr. Sweetheart Extrovert. "Uno?" He tsks looking away, to say he's had a bad run in with guards and their accusations was an understatement. He couldn't trust them! They were all the same in his eyes.

Cold hearted bastards. He especially felt that way about Hajime. For awhile Uno thought he could trust him to be different, and actually give a damn about them. However after Jyugo was put in critical condition he was ruthless with his words.

Downright degrading and threatening Uno and his two other friends who were only worried about their injured comrade in bars. In general the scarred-faced man seems like he specifically has had it out for Jyugo since day one of his imprisonment.

Always hitting and insulting him. Yes the argument could be said that it was disciplinary punishment because Jyugo was constantly busting out of his cell but still...it just rubbed Uno the wrong way.

A small touch to his shoulder catches his attention. Black nails attached to a mummified hand rested on the self proclaimed handsome male. His gaze meeting purple and green. "It's not like that Uno. Hajime, Kenshirou and their boss have been talking to everyone involved. This is just protocol. Don't worry ok?"

The tension leaves slightly, but Uno didn't believe him. However despite those thoughts he doesn't bother voicing it. Bad enough he ruined the mood just now, this was supposed to be a happy reunion.

Honestly Uno wanted to punch his friend in the face for taking so damn long, but he was still healing. And more so than anything else he was just glad Jyugo was alive. "Just be careful ok? Actually you know what-" Standing up, Uno rushes out the door, bypassing an exhausted, wheezing Seitarou.

"Wahh-number 11!" Jyugo worriedly glances towards his other two inmates, a questioning expression. "Is he ok?" Rock could only shrug, though he and Uno have gotten closer in the last year, the two elder boys still tended to knock heads.

The stress from the situation certainly wasn't helping with their conflicting personalities. "He's...really been acting off lately." It was a silent few moments, and the injured boy fidgeted in his bed.

It was starting to get awkward. "Did I do something to upset him?" Before anyone could try answering Jyugo's question, Uno blasted into the room, with him a tornado of blankets and pillows. "Huh?" There it was. Uno's signature grin. "Time for a sleepover~"

To be continued

Author Notes: Well ladies and gents we're wrapping up this chapter~ We got Jyugo awake and Uno demanding a sleepover! I imagine something like this happening in the anime. Of course me being me likes the drama and angst!

Next chappy we'll see the warden and her...reaction to this. I can't fricking wait! Guys if you like this series please feel free to fav/follow/review as I love all the support I can get. Tchao for now~