Hello everyone, forgive me for having another late update. My Best friend passed away, I didn't expect that this would happen. This caused me to stop writing for awhile but don't worry I won't give up on this story. She always encourage me to write this fanfc, it's hard for me to cope up for the past few days. Guys, I want you to cherish your friends. They'll support you along the way! Keep them close, embrace them and always believe in each other no matter what happens. If you ever have problems just talk to them, they'll listen and give you advice. That's what friends are for, they got your back.Anyways, I hope you enjoy this chapter.

This chapter is dedicated to her...

Give unto me your troubles

I'll endure your suffering

Place onto me your burden

I'll drink your deadly poison

-Give unto me by Evanescence

Chapter 8: Memories

Even if I was outside the snowy garden, I didn't feel any cold biting my skin. Instead I smiled at the graceful snow falling down from the sky, it's actually a beautiful sight to watch. the wonders of nature never cease to amaze all of us.

I lifted my hand in the air, a single snowflake landed on my palm. I retracted my hand then eyed the frosted crystal, if nature was kind she would turn this into a beautiful necklace. The heat of my skin melted the snowflake, I closed my eyes and sighed deeply.

It's been an hour since I've been here, the peach tree kept me company and somehow there were no distractions or illusions. A peaceful moment made me happy, even if it's just for a while.

" Satsuma...What should I do? Y-You're the only one who can help them...Not me..." I whispered under my breath, as expected there were no answers. My red eyes stared at nothing, I don't what matters anymore.

All I wanted was to go home but the children at the healing house prevented me from doing so, innocent children. Somehow, I always wonder if the Village elder knew about the truth, he seems to be so care free and kind unlike the council members.

He might be brainwashed, I slowly stood up when my stomach grumbled loudly. I need another snack, I was about to enter the manor when I suddenly heard someone calling my name.

" Suika! Suika! Come quick!" Strawberrie ran towards me with a horrified expression, this made me alarmed. I grabbed her shoulder when she started heaving heavily, there were tears in her eyes and her cheeks were burning red.

" W-What's wrong? tell me!" I asked her, shaking her shoulder as a stream of tears drops down her chin.

" I-It's Apricotte! She's not feeling well!" She sobs out, my eyes widened in horror. I pulled her hand and ran for it.

The two of us immediately arrived at the healing house, I slam the doors open and startled a lot of people. All of them eyed me like I was some kind of stranger, they backed away when I went closer to the child's bed.

I heard whispers, It didn't matter to e though. Once I was at apricotte's bedside I took her hand then placed my palm on her cheek. She opens her eyes and smiled when she recognized me.

" Miss Suika...Y-You're here..." Blood slowly ran down her nose and mouth, I took a piece of cloth then wiped them away. She was burning hot like a toaster, I glanced at the others. They gulped in fear when I eyed them one by one.

" What happened?! Hey, answer me!" They all refused to talk to me, the village elder came out from the other room. He sighed in relief when he saw me.

" Suika, you're just in time! Thank Kami, Apricotte got a seizure moments ago. It's gone now, she also started coughing out a lot of blood and her nose bleeds are starting to get worse." I took the bowl from him and lay a cold damp cloth on top of the child's forehead.

The little girl closed her eyes with a smile, her breathing became normal than ever. She slept peacefully while holding my hand, a single tear fell from my face. My eyes then scanned at the children one by one.

Innocent Children...

Why did it have to be innocent Children? It should have been bad people, damn it Satsuma. You got too far! What are you trying to achieve?! Damn it!

" Listen, we will find a way! Suika is here to help us, please calm down everyone!" the village elder assured to the crowd, they were throwing him questions about the children's fate and future. The child's face turned pale, I bit my inner cheek and tried to think of anything.

The other Satsuma kept on telling me that I can help the children, but how? Everything about the Reiki healing was a lie, there is nothing I can do to help them. It's beyond my skill, if anyone could do it, it's Satsuma. Not me.

Everything is a blur; all of the children might die if this goes too long. I couldn't hear the people behind me, the Village elder was trying to calm them down. Thoughts of the curse are clouding my mind, there might be a way to reverse it.

Satsuma is the key, no...The bad Satsuma might be the key...

" It's all because of her! That red-eyed demon cursed the children...Village elder, she-" I cut the person off, I threw a piece of candle at him. I slowly stood up, untangling Apricotte's hand from mine. My eyes glared daggers at the man, things won't go easy if they start this shit again.

I walked over to him and stood tall, the Village elder held my shoulders but I yank him away. He cowered in fear when I glower at him with a sadistic expression.

" Listen to me Asshole, I'm doing my best to help your children. You better be careful on your words and shut your fucking mouth." I jab my finger on his chest, he stumbled back in fear when my skin made contact with him.

" D-demon! W-Witch! Don't t-touch me! Y-You're going to curse me too!" He blurted out in fear, the other people went behind him. All of them huddled, their eyes held so much fear and hate in them.

It hurts so much, treating me like shit. I do everything and I don't even get a single thanks. I shook my head with a fake laugh, the village elder walked beside me. He knew that I was going to burst out in flames, his hand landed on my shoulder to give a nonverbal warning.

" Village elder...It-it's best if you...If you let that woman leave... Can't you even see? We have no hope anymore, not even the witch can help us...Please...Her foul-moued words pr-proves that sh-she's a demon..." The elder woman said, my hands were shaking uncontrollably. The moment she called me a witch made me reach my peak.

The village elder knew that all of them were done for, my blood was boiling like magma, wrath swallowing my heart. My fists were uncontrollably shaking, I did my very best to calm myself but the accusations were making me lose control.

Everyone knows that I can't control my temper, the moment I start being angry, hells break loose. Gohan couldn't even calm me down, not even my own son can stop me. My red eyes were burning with hate, my cheeks were getting redder and my muscles are starting to tense.

" Now you listen to me lady, I came all across from Mt. Paozu to help you guys and all you do is tormenting me with stupid ACCUSATIONS! I've been working my ASS of ever since I ARRIVED here, don't tell me it's my fault because I wasn't here when the disease started you old brainless motherfucking hag ! "

I even needed to leave my son alone just to help your children! He's missing me every minute! All because I just want to fucking help!" The village elder tried to pull me away from them, I yanked him violently. He was thrown across the room, lucky that he landed on an empty bed.

I wanted to punch them with a finishing blow, watch as they all collide through the wall and bleed. My conscience slowly got into my senses, I huffed deeply then gave them the middle finger. I ran out of the healing house to Kami knows where, my assistant was calling my name.

My anger is still holding my heart, if I don't calm down now I won't be able to stop myself from tearing houses down. I went faster, not wanting Strawberrie to witness my violent tantrum. Once I was at the forest, I clutch my ears with both hands and tried to think about the happy thoughts.

Mt. Paozu...

Watermelons...

Peaches...

Gohan's cooking...

Food...

My son...

Training...Lots and lots of training...

Nothing could stop my anger, I started roaring loudly and punch a nearby tree. It snapped in half causing it to collapse against the others. I took it with my bare hands then threw it over my head. Sweat slowly dripped my nape, watching my good work destroying the other trees.

What have I done?

" Suika..." I saw Strawberrie with a sad look on her face, I turned away from her. Feeling ashamed with my rampage, I wipe the tears away them sat on the grass. It's been a while since I let out my anger, it felt really good though. Releasing all of the stress made me lighter than a feather.

" Sorry if you had to see that...You know me..." I cross my arms around my chest, I felt her hand ouch my shoulder.

My assistant sat beside me, I was surprise that she wasn't scared of my childish actions or even quiver. I took deep breaths and then exhaled through my mouth, a lot of trees were destroyed but I didn't feel bad at all.

" You know...You made quite a scene...Everyone was shocked with your outburst..." I shrug my shoulders as if was nothing, I remember all of their horrified expressions after I threw the Village elder over my head. It wasn't that bad after all, though I know that I should be used with everyone calling me a demon.

People back in Mt. Paozu feared the Red-eyed Demon, I was proud of it. I made me feel stronger than ever but...This place, it brings me back memories of my Mother. How they mistreated her like she was trash, I always looked up to her even she kept on nagging all of the time.

When they called me Demon or witch, it reminds me how fucked up my childhood was. I hated it, I hated how they cower away from me.

I wanted them to be punished but...I couldn't bring myself to hurt them, I still remember what she always tells me when I was just a young girl...

" He may have called me that but it doesn't mean you have to cause trouble again! Please for Kami's sake stop acting like a wild animal for once and behave..."

It was annoying, yes. But she always has her point, hurting someone will do no good to everything, unless it needs to be done...

" Hey...Don't feel bad...I kind of find it funny!" My lips curled to a smile when she mentioned that, I started giggling like a little girl. My assistant joined me a few seconds later, the two of us laughed loudly. It echoed throughout the forest, birds flutter away from the trees and into the sky.

The cool winter breeze hits our faces but the hearty laughs didn't falter, tears was slowly coming out of my eyes and I wiped them away. Strawberrie smiled brightly at me, this young woman is one of my true friends and one of the people who makes me feel better whenever I have my bad days.

The two of us shivered when a huge surge of wind blew pass through us, we hurried back inside the village and ran over to the bon fire to warm our hands.

" Phew! I thought I was going to turn into a snowman!" I told to my assistant, she laughed some more and sighed in relief when she felt the heat of the fire. I took a few intakes of air then closed my eyes, remembering all of the things that I should do.

I almost forgot about the problem, the disease. I remember how Satsuma accidentally killed one of the guards in Budou's notebook, the children might end up like them if I take too long. My shoulders jerked when I felt a hand on my shoulder, Strawberrie had a worried look in her face.

She must have noticed that I was a bit troubled, the stress getting to me again.

" H-hey...You don't have to be tense now... Look, whatever those people said aren't true Suika." Strawberrie rubs my back, my eyes were glued to the fire and I couldn't get it off my head.

" I'm not worried about that...I... I was just worried about the kids...And the cold was getting through me again...Don't worry about me, Strawberrie." I gave her a fake smile, it somehow convinced my assistant. She puts her finger to her chin as if she's thinking about something, and suddenly she pulled my arm and led me somewhere.

" St-Strawberrie? W-Where are we going? Straw-Strawberrie...Hey!" I called out to the young woman, she turned to me and gave me a wide grin.

" Let's go to the Hot Springs, it's too cold out here. It might clear out your mind just a bit!" She cheered, my shoulders loosened and I imagine myself soaking in a nice hot water. It's been awhile since I've got a decent bath, I just usually wash my important parts then work.

I remember all of the memories that I have with Gohan, the two of us would visit the hot springs during my birthday. He knows that I truly enjoy baths, it's been so long since. Then there was Goku, he never experienced soaking himself in a real hot spring, we usually go to the river and swim laps.

He never got a proper bath, I feel like a bad mother already. All I know is that I'm close, will be able to return home for my son and be a better mother for him. Things will be different for our family, I'll have to change my attitude and make sure he'll be stronger than ever.

The two of us were inside the shop, it was good that it's not crowded with people. Actually, it's just the two of us here, Strawberrie was already in the water. I was still inside the changing room fixing my layers of kimono.

I walked over to the mirror and noticed that my muscles were getting thinner, I huffed in disappointed knowing that I'm lacking a lot of training. It was still good that my abs were still firm, my toned arms were still hard as rocks, though the muscles in my legs are getting small. I need to train some more, have tie for my self.

I covered my body with a red colored robe and proceeded to the springs, my assistant was currently indulging herself in the hot water. I inhaled deeply, the steam making my eyes hazy and my muscles relax.

I set my robe aside then sink myself into the water, I let out a huge sigh. My long dark hair flowing behind me, my friend swam closer to me and gave me an assuring smile.

" The hot springs here are really relaxing, don't you think?" She said while leaning over to a huge rock, I nodded at her and enjoyed the feeling of the hot water, I cup a small amount of water then gave my cheeks a pat. I bet after this my skin will be softer than ever, also put my long hair in a bun.

" Yeah...This water feels so nice..." I sink myself a bit deeper, my mouth creating bubbles. My assistant starred at me like I was a madman, my eyes merely blinked at her. Starwberrie just simply smiled at me then went to the other side of the onsen.

She leaned over to the edge of the Hot springs with her back facing me, my eyes watched as the steam flows everywhere in wonder as if I'm a child. I stopped making bubbles then leaned back on a huge rock, a small satisfied smile was plastered in my face.

I enjoyed the beautiful view above me, some people never appreciated the winter because of the cold and nuisance snow covering the land. It's only once a year, I enjoy it dearly. A lot of good memories in the snow with my Mother and grandfather.

We all used to create a family of snowmen, sometimes I would create snowballs and throw it at people who I don't like. My childhood was really fun, until it all ended...

I returned my gaze to my friend, she looks kind of troubled. This concerned me and so I immediately swam closer to her. Strawberrie gave me a smile though I was not convinced with her expression, it's kind of concerning since the young assistant always had a cheery attitude.

" Hey Strawberrie, what's wrong?" I asked the girl with a concerned look, she knew that there's no escape. At problems like this I've been persuasive, no person could cut me out from this conversation. Thank kami for the Maternal instincts!

" O-Oh you caught me... Sorry about that...But...Suika...I was meaning to ask...What's going to happen if every child in this village is healed?" She had a worried look in her face, my little assistant had been asking that question over months now.

Strawberrie didn't had the best childhood, her parents were healers and this led her to become one. The Village elder assigned her to me in order for her to learn, I welcomed her with warm arms and from that day on the two of us became friends.

When she was just twelve her parents were sent outside the village to heal someone, they never made it there. It had been months, a tragic tale. She always had been lonely, I was always there to accompany her as if she's my own daughter. Somehow, I don't think this village is a perfect place for her, she deserves more than this place...

This place is a cage...

I finally understand why Satsuma wanted to escape this place, it turned her into something she is not. The woman was forced to heal people for money, they turned her into an idol and it's something she's not happy about.

I really want to get out of this place but they need my help... I have no choice but to comply.

~ Strawberrie's P.O.V.~

I felt bad after asking her the same question, the two of us grew silent afterwards and immediately returned to the healing house to care for the children. Everything was a blur to me when she explained about her situation, I understand why she needs to leave and all of the struggles.

I felt jealous...

Jealous of her son, Goku...

I know how it feels to be left behind, feeling empty inside because there is no one there to care for you. I know what it feels, I relate to all of her struggle. She isn't like the other people in this visit, Suika is such a different person.

" That's why I like her..." I whispered to myself while pouring water into the empty cups, I glance to my right to see her telling stories to the children about her adventures outside the village. They would ogle at her and some would widen their eyes in amazement.

I smiled when she mentioned about defeating an evil boy named Sencha Yunomi and how she would single-handedly throw her enemies to the air with only her finger. I listened to her tale while delivering the medicine to the children.

" And now you guys understand why my enemies fear me my children...Because I'm very strong and it's all thanks to my Master and Father, Gohan!" All of them cheered in excitement when she made a dramatic pose, I walk away from the house.

There were a lot of things going in my mind right now, Suika said she's close to healing all of the children. This made me wonder what she has in her sleeves. The disease doesn't have a cure at all, it's impossible but with her right here...I feel that anything is possible...

I don't only see her as a friend but as a mother, it always brings me to tears whenever she talks about leaving this place again. I'll be all alone once more...

Like before, I always felt hollow inside and I don't want to go through that again...

Flash back

It was another cold Thursday night, everybody was inside their houses except me. I sat at the side of the entrance gate waiting for my parents, it's been four weeks since they left and all I knew they were supposed to return within a week.

I wrap my arms around my waist, the chilly air is piercing my skin. All I had was my Pink Yukata, my teeth chattered loudly as another wave of wind appears again. It didn't matter to me, all I ever wanted was my parents.

I stood up and slumped my shoulders knowing they won't be home, I walk over to my house and took off my slippers. I imagined them welcoming me with warm embraces whenever I pass by the Tea room, there's no one inside the house but myself.

Anger slowly swirl inside of me, it's the village elder's fault that I'm all alone. Someone from another village needs our abilities and so he sent my parents to do the job. They promised that they'll be back, I wanted nothing but to see them with me, safe...

I ran up to my room and jump to my futon, I still remember the looks that the villagers would give me. I look like a poor puppy, all of them gave me pitiful expressions. I don't want their pity, no one bothered to help me at all...

" Poor child...Her parents might be dead..."

" Yes, there's no doubt that they're dead...It's been too long..."

" Maybe those bandits killed them lie how they killed Momoko, Nina and Yuzu!"

" Poor child...She's all alone...There's nothing we can do..."

" I Wonder what happened to Suika-"

" Shhhh! Don't even that girl's name! Her name is a curse here! Shhh! Here she comes!" I glance at them with hateful expressions, all they did was watch me wait at the gate. Tears strolled down my cheeks once more when I felt their stares piercing me.

I hated them...

They never had positive things to say...

All they cared about was money, money and money.

I waited until the evening, there was no one around anymore to my relief but sadly my parents aren't even here yet. I didn't make a single move in my spot; my hands were playing with my dark brown hair while waiting for them.

I still have hope that they'll be home...

" Mom...Dad...I know you're still out there..." I whispered under my breath, my hand search on the makeshift bag and took out a piece of rice balls. I brought the food to my mouth and savored every bit of bit, it's all I have to eat the whole day. No one is at home to cook food for me, the Village elder has been bringing me supplies for me to live.

He kept giving me his condolences but I flip it away with my hands, they are alive somewhere. I can feel it in my bones...

The cycle continues, I return home to sleep then I would prefer my food for the whole day and head towards the entrance gate. I'm sick of it...

It's been a month now, they're still not home. I waited at my usual spot then suddenly a hand rested on top of my head, I glance at the village elder and gave him a blank stare.

" Strawberrie...please...You can't do this forever...Y-Your...Your parents are not coming home...They're not coming back" I shook my head and turn away from him. He kept on telling me those words, that doesn't mean I'll stop waiting for them. Nothing matters but my family...

" Village elder, they're still out there...Just wait and see." I said to him, he knelt down my level with a sad expression on his face and grab my shoulders in a firm grip.

" Your parents are gone... They never made it there...The Family head said they didn't arrive in the manor in the first place...Please...Stop torturing yourself...Strawberrie please..." I shook my head in a smirk in my face, all he ever told me were lies. I don't need his pity or anything, I want them back.

~ Flashback End~

Tears fell down my face after remembering that memory, I kept filling myself with hope but it's nothing but a pile of lies. I knew all along that they're dead, I just couldn't accept the fact that they're gone. My hands wipe away the tears when I heard someone call my name, one of the handmaidens gave me a list of herbs needed for the medicine.

" Thanks...I will get them immediately..." I gave her a smile, she returned me a respectful bow and left without saying anything.

~ Flashback~

The Village elder gave me a hard stare, I was at the center of the council room with a determined look. It has been a year since the incident and somehow, I was able to become determined to become a healer like my parents.

" Are you sure? This is no easy task Strawberrie. You're still thirteen-"

" It doesn't matter My Lord, I want to become a healer just like my parents...It's all I've ever want, please allow me to be one..." I hung my head low, I heard a lot of whispers around the meeting room . All of them eyed me like a vulture, I felt uncomfortable since all of them gave me the bad vibe and for some reason I can't trust them.

The Village elder closed his eyes then slowly glanced at every member of the council, I sucked on my breath, feeling nervous about the moment of truth.

" Very well then...Study hard and become a healer." My eyes brimmed with happiness, people around me gasp and whisper loudly about his decision. It's been awhile since I've been feeling this emotion and I thought that it died away with my parents.

I bowed respectfully and ran out of the manor, My whole body is shaking lie crazy and I couldn't help but laugh loudly through the streets. I didn't care about the lingering glances of the village people, this feeling felt magnificent as if it's from a dream I once had.

~ Flashback~

I was inside my house, lighting two candles in my parent's altar. I clapped my hands in prayer then gave them all of my thoughts and experiences for this day, my eyes swell in tears as I look upon their pictures. It's been four years since I've last talked to them, I missed hearing their voices and feeling their touch.

" Mom...dad...I miss you guys...I just wished...I know you're both in a better place now...B-but I wish you'd be here with me..." My voice croaked after saying the last line, lots of tears were dripping down my kimono.

I slowly stood up and prepared dinner in the kitchen, I don't what to say to Suika after what happened. I felt bad after asking the question, I know that she'll have to leave after this quest but I really can't imagine being alone once more.

Suika is like my mother, she cares so much for my well-being and always console me whenever I have my bad days. I've never felt so happy after meeting her, just gazing at her face makes me smile.

~Flashback~

It's been two years, I am still currently training to become a healer. It was no easy task, a lot of etiquette classes, medicine mixing and tending sick people. I'm still trying to fix all my errors and memorize every herbs that I need to harvest.

Today the Village elder summoned me to his manor, it was kind of surprising that he needed my assistance in a weekend. I dusted off my kimono and brush my hair with my fingers to look more decent as usual.

As I entered the room I saw a woman sitting beside him, my eyes widened at the sight of her eyes. Red as blood, I've never seen anyone as peculiar as her. I sat down on the floor then bowed respectfully when he acknowledges my presence.

" You ask for me My lord?" I asked politely, he nodded then glanced at the woman, surprisingly her eyes were soft and her aura wasn't that evil. My whole body felt calm like the wind, I suddenly stiffened when she smiled at me. My cheeks were burning in embarrassment for my child-like behavior but I shake that away to act professional.

" Yes, sorry to summon you at a time like this but...I would like you to meet Suika, she is one of Furutsusarada's best healers. I expect you to give her the upmost respect that she deserves...She's very important to us, Suika will be healing the children with the disease..." I bowed respectfully to the woman, my body was shaking nervously. I don't really talk to anyone in the village, they're too ignorant and silly about money.

" The reason why I summoned you because I want you to become Suika's assistant...In return she will teach you the proper ways of being the best healer." The village elder's order made my whole-body freeze, she might be the key to my success. I kept myself from beaming and laughing in joy. I kept my composure until he left us alone inside the room.

" Your name is Strawberrie correct?" The woman asked me with so much calmness in her voice, my confidence slowly coming back again then nodded at her. She motioned me to get closer to her. Once I was in front of her she grabbed my hand and to my surprise she made me sit beside her.

" Well Strawberrie, from now on you are my assistant! This is great, I've never had one before!" Suika gleamed me childishly, I didn't know what I should do but nervously laugh at her. She pats my back heavily causing me to lurch forward with my eyes wide in surprise.

" S-Sorry about that! I don't know my own strength! Forgive me!" She helps me lean back carefully, she rubs my back with care. This woman had a strength of ten men! My eyes were still wide with shock, I've never met anyone who has so much strength like hers.

The woman gave me a worried look on her face, there was so much raw emotion in her red eyes. I didn't know what to feel, a lot of people had been talking about a girl with red eyes. Rumors said that she's called the Red-eyed Demon and she eats children for dinner...

She doesn't evil to me though, her aura was too pure and kind. Like my mother's...

" Let's see...The Village elder told me to teach you about everything I know, you better keep up with me! Work hard and you'll be alright!" The woman said with a cheerful look on her face, my lips curled up into a smile and nod at her with determination.

Maybe being her assistant won't be that bad after all!

~ Flashback End~

I was walking back at the Manor with a huge contented smile on my face, it made me feel better all of the sudden. My shoulders slump down with relief after remembering those memories, both my mind and heart were scarred after my parent's death.

Somehow, they're healing and I think it's all thanks to her. Suika made me happy, she didn't treat me like the other villagers, she embraced my awkwardness and respects me...

Even if she had that feisty demeanor, she still has a kind heart and didn't give up. Suika is truly a selfless person, she's like a goddess...

I stopped walking when I heard someone talking loudly in the garden area, my hand slowly pushed the door open and to my surprise I saw Suika standing in front of Satsuma's peach tree. Thankfully she didn't hear me enter, eavesdropping is the worst habit that I have but I can't help being curious.

~ Suika's P.O.V.~

I immediately returned to the manor's garden, the children's health is slowly weakening. This ends here and now; the disease has to stop and I'll do everything in my power to convince her. My hands balled into a fist, this is the place where it all started.

Her body is buried here, I know she'll hear me out...

" Satsuma! I know you're here! Come out! Let's talk!" I said with a determined look on my face, nothing was happening until I felt a Ki slowly emerging from nowhere. I clenched my jaw when Satsuma appeared in front of me with her arms wrapped around her chest.

This Satsuma appears to be the evil one, her red eyes illuminated the dim weather and it was very intimidating unlike mine. She tilted her head to the side and gave me one of her well-known death glares. The two of us were looking at each other eye to eye, I let my Ki build up slowly if ever she attacks me.

" Satsuma...The disease has to stop. Don't you have any compassion? They're just children!" I said to the woman angrily, she didn't say anything but watch me. Satsuma stood there like she didn't even care, this slightly pissed me off. I bit my lower lip and shook with anger, she's mocking me, I know it...

" Children or not...They deserve to be punished...Every last one of them..." Her voice was filled with venom, she squinted her eyes and gritted her teeth. My Ki was violently flaring out like usual, my hair flowed around me and my eyes glowered at her with so wrath.

" For Kami's sake! They're just children! Children damn it! How can you be so...So...Evil?! They didn't do anything wrong, Look. I know that you're angry at the village for what they've done to you but...But...You can't punish them! They're brain washed, they don't know what happened to you! Satsuma please, you have to stop this!" My Ki was building up again, my emotions were taking hold of me again. Both sadness and anger swirled around my heart, affecting my strength.

" Wrong, they will suffer...I don't care if they're brain washed...I want them to suffer...You don't know anything Suika, Just leave this place...They're not worth your time! Can't you see? They treat you like dirt because you inferior to them... Just leave..." She said without any emotion in or eyes or voice, this was going nowhere, she'll kept on telling me the same thing over and over! I need to push her even further...

I look away from her while biting my lower lip, I didn't know what else to say. But the Children's lives are at stake here, I still need to try...My shut my eyes closed and remembered her siblings, and then my son.

" Please...Everyone deserves a second chance...I know that they've treated me like shit for years but...I always remember what my mother always tell me...No matter how bad they treat me, I should forgive them because no one deserves to be hurt...I know that sounds so shitty but she wanted me to learn how to forgive others...Satsuma, I need you to do the same. I'm begging you...I know how it feels to hurt too..." I said with my head laying low, my Ki slowly depleting after picturing my mother's face in my mind, tears slowly dripping down my face. I couldn't stop shaking, all of the emotions hitting me like a teenage girl.

My eyes started to sore, my tears wouldn't stop dripping down the snowy ground. The cold hits my face and makes my cheeks burn brightly. If they die then it's my fault, I wasn't able to help them like I suppose to.

" I know how it feels to be broken...When my Mother dies before me, the part of me died with her...I wasn't able to save her...I'm still guilty...I tried to move on...I didn't what path I should take until...I met my adopted father, Gohan. He help me heal... Everything changes when I met my son...The two of them made me whole...They're the reason why I'm here...They thought me how to selfless..." My voice was ever so calm, it was so unlike me. A new side of me was born, my eyes stopped producing tears and slowly inhaled.

I returned back to normal, my slowly lifted up my face and gave the hateful woman a calm smile. My palms opened, peace slowly surrounding my body as I picture my family laughing with me.

" I know deep inside there's something good left inside you heart Sastuma...Please...Do it for you siblings...I know that they don't want you to do this, please... Do it for them..." My voice croaked loudly, she still didn't say anything but her face was filled with wonder as if she's thinking of something.

" I'm not doing this just for the children...I'm also doing this for my son and father, they're waiting for me to get home..." I put my hands to my chest where my heart is located, I've never felt so warm inside. For so long I build myself with remorse and anger, it's all gone now.

I want to forgive them all...It doesn't matter if they'd still lash at me...I forgive them all...Every last one of them...They're just misunderstood and they need my help.

My eyes widened in shock when she disappeared out of nowhere, my hands dropped at each side of my body. My lips quivered and my eyes started to tear up again, my knees bucked violently. Satsuma decided to ignore me...

" I...I failed you-"

" Suika? Wh-what's going on?" I turned to see Strawberrie with a confused expression, I wiped all of the tears off my face and stared at her with shock. Maybe it's time to tell her everything just happened, she deserve to know anyways. I knew from the start that this would happen anything soon, can't hide the truth forever...

But she might think that I'm crazy...

" You won't believe me if I told you..." I said to the young assistant, she went closer to me and took my hand in hers and had a small smile on her lips.

" Try me..."