Dark
Chapter Twelve
A/N: Hello, everyone! I'm feeling much better now. Aveeno is your friend. *Grin*
#@&! Some moron at Toonami took Kenshin off! *Falls to the ground in a sobbing heap of hysteria* They put TWO more episodes on, on the 12th and 19th, Weekends, At 9:30 pm! THE %$@#!? ARGH! It really upsets me because I LOVE THAT SHOW! *Sob* *Drinks Carmel Frappachino*
Okay. To the person that has just given me TWELVE dogs, thanks! ^-^ I'll just have to introduce them to y'all now 'cause they're so cute!
2 Pomeranians (One white, one peach-colored) named Snow-puff and Angel.
3 Border Collies (All black and white) named Crackers, Cheese, and Turkey.
1 German Shepard (The usual brown/black/whatever) named Squirrel
4 Siberian Huskies (White, Gray, Black, Gray/white) named Silver, River, Rain, and Sable
and finally,
2 Golden Retrievers (Obvously, yellow) named Meerkat, and Fluffy
Heh, I nick-named my boyfriend Fluffers. Isn't that fun? ^-^
Kenshin: Poor, poor boyfriend.
Dove: *Growl* Don't MAKE me throw you back in the well!
Kenshin: *Innocent whistling*
Dove: *Happy cheer* YAY! My new Seventeen and Alloy Magazines have come in!
Random Fans: *Cheer*
Dove's Brother: I hate those magazines! You get them and become all obsessed!
Dove: MOOOOOMMMMMMMMM!!!
Dove's Mom: Get out of your sister's room!
Dove's Brother: MOM! She's writing about me!
Dove's Mom: Stop writing about your brother!
Dove: *Sweatdrop*
Doorbell: *Rings*
Kenshin: *Answers*
A dozen hyper dogs: *Race in an attack Dove cheerfully, fighting for a place on the bed.*
Dove: Wouldn't you know that ALL of them would want to sleep on a 77-inch by 39-inch bed? *Groan* *Glares at dogs* WHERE AM ~I~ SUPPOSED TO SIT!?
Sano: *Sneezes* Dove-chaaannn! I'm allergic to dogs!
Dove: Idiot. You've been living in a house with two of them since the beginning of Dark!
Sano: Oh. Blast.
Dove: Heh. Okay. I'm sure these people are sick of hearing about our tribulations. So here goes chapter 12. By the way, who wants me to get rid of those filler chapters so that the chapter-ness will be true to.. uh.. truth? (A) for yes, (B) for no. ^-^
Makoto Shishio grinned, as his rather evil-sounding laughter ended. His eyes lit upon Kaoru. Although how he managed that, Kaoru didn't know, considering that she was completely hidden by Battousai.
"Well, what a pretty little bird." He said in a mocking tone. Kaoru tensed, her nails digging into Battousai's back.
"Don't move." He whispered softly. "He can't actually see you, he can just sense your Ki." Kaoru relaxed her nails, but kept her grip on the back of his shirt.
"Again I'll ask, Shishio. What do you want?" The man tapped his be-gloved hand on his shrouded chin.
"Well, there are a lot of things I WANT.. but for right now I can settle for your life."
"No.. you see, that doesn't really work for me."
"Or me." Sano added in a serious tone. Kaoru had never seen him appear so.. focused. His eyes were narrow, and his entire body was tense.
Who was this Shishio, who was capable of bringing out such a reaction in two normally calm men? She tensed a little herself, not sure what to expect. She peered out, his arms were tensed and away from his body so she could see through the space between his arm and his side without having the risk of being seen.
"How are you going to stop me, exactly, rooster?" Asked the man in an amused tone. Kaoru bit her lip to keep herself from telling this man off with something akin to 'I'm the only one allowed to call Sano 'rooster' so shut up ugly!'. Fortunatly, she was not stupid. Contrary to popular belief.
"Why you-"
"Sano." That word brought the ruffian up short. He stepped back and fell silent. Kaoru was in awe of Battousai's ability to make someone do as he wanted with a single word. She remembered him using that nifty ability on her when she'd tried to run from him back at that mansion.
It took her a moment to realize that she hadn't called that place 'home'. And another to realize that she didn't care.
"What, now you're Battousai's lapdog?"
"Shut up, Shishio." Battousai said, defending Sano with a growl.
"Y'know.. I was considering duelling with you.. but I also want to get at Hiko Seijuro. Perhaps I should just have my men kill you, and then drop your dead body in front of his office." This time, it was Kaoru who felt a rush of hot anger flow through her.
Did this man have no HONOR? Even Battousai did – he always fought one-on-one, with a weapon that gave his opponent a chance of fighting back. He just happened to be faster and more skilled than the people he killed.
Did this make Battousai a murderer? Well.. yes.. it did. But he didn't have 'men' do his dirty work for him!
As though sensing her anger, Battousai hissed her name softly. She did not make a move towards Shishio, as much as she would have liked to have slapped that knucklehead silly.
"Well now, why leave my death on the hands of your little followers?" What happened next took place in a time span of mere seconds.
One of the afore-mentioned 'little followers' raised his gun and started to squeeze the trigger. Kaoru grasped wildly behind her – Battousai didn't see it! There was no time to warn him!
Her fingers closed around something hard and heavy. Without thinking, she chucked the bronzed statuette of the 'Paul Revere' scene at the attacker. It hit his hand, breaking at least six of the fragile bones.
The man gave a shriek of pain and dropped the gun, falling to his knees and clutching his hand to himself.
Kaoru had not even left the relative saftey of the area behind Battousai.
"What is WRONG with you?" Shishio roared at the man. "I gave NO order to shoot, you ingrate!" He stared at the man who was almost unconcious with pain. "Although.." He mused, "I suppose it is a moot point now, considering that you never actually managed to fire."
He lifted his head.
"Well, Battousai, let's see the little bird hiding behind you, hmm?"
Why did he keep referring to her as a 'little bird'? It was quite unnerving. Kaoru leaned her forehead against Battousai's back, terrified to look up.
"I don't think so, Shishio." Kaoru heard the unmistakable sounds of about six guns being readied.
"Move aside, Battousai." His voice did not lose one bit of it's amiability. Kaoru lifted her head to see that more men were pouring into the room and spreading out, holding guns up steadily, all trained on Battousai and Sano.
Battousai shrugged, and stepped to the right. Not loosing her grip one bit, Kaoru stepped with him.
Shishio let out a hiss of impatience.
"Come on already, let's see you, girl!" Kaoru responded in a quite voice almost completely different from her normal tone.
"Why, exactly, Shishio, do you need to see me?"
"Just curosity. After all, you're the girl that Battousai has claimed for his own. One has to wonder what someone capable of being Battousai's looks like." Kaoru gasped, stiffening against Battousai's back.
"What.. what do you..?"
"Shut up, Shishio."
"What, you haven't told her about that yet, Battousai? About the fact that you have claimed her as yours, thereby taking her freedom away? No, judging by her reaction, you haven't." He let loose with his laugh again.
Kaoru shuddered, tears forming in her eyes. What did he mean? It wasn't possible for him to 'own' her! She was a sentinent being with a mind all her own and she was free to make choices as to who she wanted to be with! How dare he say such silly things!
"Yes, Shishio. I haven't told her yet." It was TRUE! Kaoru released her hold on Battousai's shirt, backing away from him in shock, anger, and hurt. He was saying that it was true? He 'owned' her? She was 'his'?
"No.." She whispered.
Shishio could see her now. In his eyes, she was a pretty girl with a very strong Ki and an equally strong presence. And she was very, very upset. Poor little bird. That was what her Ki reminded him of, a little bird.
"Why don't you come with me, my dear? I can assure you that no one will 'own' you." He extended a hand in invitation.
But Sano chose then to step in. He took a firm grip on Kaoru's wrist – she'd actually taken a small step towards Shishio – and pulled her away from the evil man. She was very dazed, and mildly in shock.
"Nice try, Shishio."
"Back off, Zanza." He growled, and a few more guns trained on Sano. He laughed.
"Oh come off it! I already know why you want this girl. Her father. He's pretty useful to you guys, isn't he? Our branch of the Syndicate has been warring with yours for over eleven years."
"Ah, yes. Ever since YOUR people tried to burn me alive."
"Didn't do to good a job of it, obviously. They were very sloppy back then. Would you like me to try again?" Sano smirked. His familiar, cocky voice brought Kaoru out of her stupor. She twisted her wrist out of his loose grip with a growl.
He smiled at her.
She scowled at him half-heartedly.
"Glad to see you're awake again, Missy. You were about to head right back into your father's arms!"
"Yeah, she was. Almost had her, too." Koshijirou Kamiya informed them, stepping into the room.
"Mr. Kamiya! Didn't expect you so soon! That stupid rooster over there got in the way, or she'd already have been back to you."
Kaoru stared at her father with huge eyes. He.. was.. coming back for her? Did he actually care that much about her? She felt butterflies beating in her stomach. Or was that her heart? Either way, it was an exhilarating feeling.
"Well, just take her! They're just two men. Just make sure not to hurt them to much. Battousai has to be alive for us to be able to use her as a bargaining chip." The large man growled to Shishio, who hurriedly nodded.
Kaoru felt her world collapse around her ears. Again. She started to sink back into the darkness.
A hand on her shoulder stopped her. It was a firm but gentle grip that caused her eyes to open all of the way. Battousai smiled at her. She stared at him – he was SMILING? It was ludicrous. And yet.. there he was, smiling! At her! Everything became suddenly warmer.
She realized that she wasn't actually angry at him for 'having' her. A little surprised, perhaps somewhat perplexed, but not angry. At least he would protect her. And from what she had gleaned from what he'd half-heartedly admitted, Battousai had given the bone marrow that had saved her life.
"I would not have taken your freedom unless it was the only way to save-"
"It's okay. I understand." She admitted.
Right then would have been such a perfect time to kiss. Blast the bloody fates all to pieces.
A few gunshots rang out. Battousai wrapped his arms around Kaoru and using his god-like speed avoided every bullet beautifully. Who ever said that no one could outrun a bullet?
She made no move to free herself from his embrace, however he still let her go. He turned on the shooters.
"That was just really stupid." He informed them. Normally, he would have no problem with someone shooting at him. Oh well, big deal. He could dodge with no effort. He really didn't mind people shooting at Sano, either. He had that nifty something-Kiwami thingy that he used, while ducking.
But those morons were shooting at Kaoru as well! Highly unforgivable. She was in no way weak, but she didn't have his abilities and speed.
In a blink, Battousai stood with both of his swords drawn. The Sakabatou was in his right hand, and the Wakizachi (A/N: I kind of don't remember the name of the companion sword.. I DID know it.. so I am just going to call it the Wakizachi. If anyone happens to know what it actually is, please tell me!) in his left hand.
"Now which of you idiots let Battousai get to his swords?" Shishio asked in a tone that reminded Kaoru of a whining child.
She watched as Battousai sliced clean through two of the men, using the swords like scissors. Sano crushed another's throat, and broke another's nose to the point that he drove it right into their brain. Not a pretty picture. In a matter of moments, four men were dead.
It was strange, the rate that the life was extinguished. And it was just as strange, that the blood she saw didn't bother her. A few days ago, she would already be unconcious. But something was different now, and she wasn't affected. A little nauseas, but that was it.
Cold steel touched her cheek, and hot leather wrapped around her shoulders in a grip almost as strong as Battousai's and just as unbreakable.
"Hey!" She growled, and elbowed her assaliant as hard as she could in the stomach. Nothing. No grunt of pain, no 'woosh' of air, no reaction at all. She might as well have just stood there.
Shishio dragged her out, sword still held at her neck. Battousai had noticed instantly, hearing her cry. But if he tried anything, she would be hurt.. or worse. Even his god-like speed couldn't solve everything.
Koshijirou laughed hysterically as he followed Shishio and his daughter out. And then it was just Battousai, Sano, and 12 men otherwise known as 'Walking Dead'.
A/N: *Groan* I have a Heeeaaadddaaaccchhhheeeee now!
Silver: *Licks Dove's face*
Dove: EWWW!!! *Shudders* I'm still sorta sick.. really tired..
Kenshin: Then sleep!
Dove: Did I mention that at the CDI, I will be trying to type up a new chapter every day during my lunch break? And guess what? I have to remember to record Kenshin every day until the 18th! I already got up while I was sick for a ½ an hour JUST to watch Kenshin.. it's really actually very sad.
Okay, someone asked for an update schedule.
Mon-Fri always, Saturday more likely than not, and Sunday if I'm not to exhausted on Saturday. Hopefully that narrows it down! ^_- The ONLY reasons that I won't update will be because I either am really sick, or I got grounded. I'm not usually sick, but I do tend to get grounded.. a lot.. but for the rest of the summer I should be updating religiously! ^-^
I'm not even done with the 100 review party, and it's almost time for the 200 review party! Oh my! (Actually, I'm writing this Saturday night and checking my mail Sunday morning, so it may well ALREADY be time for the 200 review party! *Pretends to be mad*) (Oh, yeah, and I just hit 200 reviews. I'm sorta in shock..)
Sano: Great, now that THAT is said, will you PLEASE go to bed before you pass out? You're all shakey and stuff. And your face is really pale.
Kenshin: PLEASE, Dove-chan?
Dove: Mhhkkaayy.. *Conks out*
Sano and Kenshin: Finally! *Sigh of relief*
Fluffy: Hope it wasn't TO bad of a cliffhanger.. Dove-chan wouldn't want to keep anyone
(1) Up At Night
(2) Preoccupied At Work
(3) Testy With Friends And Relatives Because Said Person Feels An Unrequited Anger At The Authoress
(4) From Bribing Aforementioned Authoress!! ^_-
Kushinadahime – Thanks for telling me! I hope I didn't offend you or anything with out meaning to!
EvilLaughingTalkingWall – Lol!
Who-Ever-Gave-Me-The-Frappachino(Sorry, my comp deleted the review notification and it isn't on the review page yet) – Thanks!^-^
Koniko-Chan – Lol! Thanks! Of course you can! *Grins at Kenshin evilly*
Conscience Fairy – *Life just got better* Kay!
Kurokumo – Lol. Okay then.. nope, at an 'e' in front of the 'u', it's Leukemia. ^-^
flyinangel777@yahoo.com – Thanks!
TaioraCrazedGirl – Alright, thanks. Yeah, I get the idea. ^_-
Nanikilover/Brukaoru – Actually.. you've already gone about 6 over what I needed. Lol.
Wolf – I might have remedied that. We will see. ^-^
AzNfRiSbEeDrAgOn – Great bribe! Lol. Oh, forgot about the personal servant/Dog Groomers. Lol!
CurlsofSerenity - *Laughs hysterically and starts to cheer up from break-down due to upcoming lack of Kenshin*
Emilie - .. I dunno ..
Chapter Twelve
A/N: Hello, everyone! I'm feeling much better now. Aveeno is your friend. *Grin*
#@&! Some moron at Toonami took Kenshin off! *Falls to the ground in a sobbing heap of hysteria* They put TWO more episodes on, on the 12th and 19th, Weekends, At 9:30 pm! THE %$@#!? ARGH! It really upsets me because I LOVE THAT SHOW! *Sob* *Drinks Carmel Frappachino*
Okay. To the person that has just given me TWELVE dogs, thanks! ^-^ I'll just have to introduce them to y'all now 'cause they're so cute!
2 Pomeranians (One white, one peach-colored) named Snow-puff and Angel.
3 Border Collies (All black and white) named Crackers, Cheese, and Turkey.
1 German Shepard (The usual brown/black/whatever) named Squirrel
4 Siberian Huskies (White, Gray, Black, Gray/white) named Silver, River, Rain, and Sable
and finally,
2 Golden Retrievers (Obvously, yellow) named Meerkat, and Fluffy
Heh, I nick-named my boyfriend Fluffers. Isn't that fun? ^-^
Kenshin: Poor, poor boyfriend.
Dove: *Growl* Don't MAKE me throw you back in the well!
Kenshin: *Innocent whistling*
Dove: *Happy cheer* YAY! My new Seventeen and Alloy Magazines have come in!
Random Fans: *Cheer*
Dove's Brother: I hate those magazines! You get them and become all obsessed!
Dove: MOOOOOMMMMMMMMM!!!
Dove's Mom: Get out of your sister's room!
Dove's Brother: MOM! She's writing about me!
Dove's Mom: Stop writing about your brother!
Dove: *Sweatdrop*
Doorbell: *Rings*
Kenshin: *Answers*
A dozen hyper dogs: *Race in an attack Dove cheerfully, fighting for a place on the bed.*
Dove: Wouldn't you know that ALL of them would want to sleep on a 77-inch by 39-inch bed? *Groan* *Glares at dogs* WHERE AM ~I~ SUPPOSED TO SIT!?
Sano: *Sneezes* Dove-chaaannn! I'm allergic to dogs!
Dove: Idiot. You've been living in a house with two of them since the beginning of Dark!
Sano: Oh. Blast.
Dove: Heh. Okay. I'm sure these people are sick of hearing about our tribulations. So here goes chapter 12. By the way, who wants me to get rid of those filler chapters so that the chapter-ness will be true to.. uh.. truth? (A) for yes, (B) for no. ^-^
Makoto Shishio grinned, as his rather evil-sounding laughter ended. His eyes lit upon Kaoru. Although how he managed that, Kaoru didn't know, considering that she was completely hidden by Battousai.
"Well, what a pretty little bird." He said in a mocking tone. Kaoru tensed, her nails digging into Battousai's back.
"Don't move." He whispered softly. "He can't actually see you, he can just sense your Ki." Kaoru relaxed her nails, but kept her grip on the back of his shirt.
"Again I'll ask, Shishio. What do you want?" The man tapped his be-gloved hand on his shrouded chin.
"Well, there are a lot of things I WANT.. but for right now I can settle for your life."
"No.. you see, that doesn't really work for me."
"Or me." Sano added in a serious tone. Kaoru had never seen him appear so.. focused. His eyes were narrow, and his entire body was tense.
Who was this Shishio, who was capable of bringing out such a reaction in two normally calm men? She tensed a little herself, not sure what to expect. She peered out, his arms were tensed and away from his body so she could see through the space between his arm and his side without having the risk of being seen.
"How are you going to stop me, exactly, rooster?" Asked the man in an amused tone. Kaoru bit her lip to keep herself from telling this man off with something akin to 'I'm the only one allowed to call Sano 'rooster' so shut up ugly!'. Fortunatly, she was not stupid. Contrary to popular belief.
"Why you-"
"Sano." That word brought the ruffian up short. He stepped back and fell silent. Kaoru was in awe of Battousai's ability to make someone do as he wanted with a single word. She remembered him using that nifty ability on her when she'd tried to run from him back at that mansion.
It took her a moment to realize that she hadn't called that place 'home'. And another to realize that she didn't care.
"What, now you're Battousai's lapdog?"
"Shut up, Shishio." Battousai said, defending Sano with a growl.
"Y'know.. I was considering duelling with you.. but I also want to get at Hiko Seijuro. Perhaps I should just have my men kill you, and then drop your dead body in front of his office." This time, it was Kaoru who felt a rush of hot anger flow through her.
Did this man have no HONOR? Even Battousai did – he always fought one-on-one, with a weapon that gave his opponent a chance of fighting back. He just happened to be faster and more skilled than the people he killed.
Did this make Battousai a murderer? Well.. yes.. it did. But he didn't have 'men' do his dirty work for him!
As though sensing her anger, Battousai hissed her name softly. She did not make a move towards Shishio, as much as she would have liked to have slapped that knucklehead silly.
"Well now, why leave my death on the hands of your little followers?" What happened next took place in a time span of mere seconds.
One of the afore-mentioned 'little followers' raised his gun and started to squeeze the trigger. Kaoru grasped wildly behind her – Battousai didn't see it! There was no time to warn him!
Her fingers closed around something hard and heavy. Without thinking, she chucked the bronzed statuette of the 'Paul Revere' scene at the attacker. It hit his hand, breaking at least six of the fragile bones.
The man gave a shriek of pain and dropped the gun, falling to his knees and clutching his hand to himself.
Kaoru had not even left the relative saftey of the area behind Battousai.
"What is WRONG with you?" Shishio roared at the man. "I gave NO order to shoot, you ingrate!" He stared at the man who was almost unconcious with pain. "Although.." He mused, "I suppose it is a moot point now, considering that you never actually managed to fire."
He lifted his head.
"Well, Battousai, let's see the little bird hiding behind you, hmm?"
Why did he keep referring to her as a 'little bird'? It was quite unnerving. Kaoru leaned her forehead against Battousai's back, terrified to look up.
"I don't think so, Shishio." Kaoru heard the unmistakable sounds of about six guns being readied.
"Move aside, Battousai." His voice did not lose one bit of it's amiability. Kaoru lifted her head to see that more men were pouring into the room and spreading out, holding guns up steadily, all trained on Battousai and Sano.
Battousai shrugged, and stepped to the right. Not loosing her grip one bit, Kaoru stepped with him.
Shishio let out a hiss of impatience.
"Come on already, let's see you, girl!" Kaoru responded in a quite voice almost completely different from her normal tone.
"Why, exactly, Shishio, do you need to see me?"
"Just curosity. After all, you're the girl that Battousai has claimed for his own. One has to wonder what someone capable of being Battousai's looks like." Kaoru gasped, stiffening against Battousai's back.
"What.. what do you..?"
"Shut up, Shishio."
"What, you haven't told her about that yet, Battousai? About the fact that you have claimed her as yours, thereby taking her freedom away? No, judging by her reaction, you haven't." He let loose with his laugh again.
Kaoru shuddered, tears forming in her eyes. What did he mean? It wasn't possible for him to 'own' her! She was a sentinent being with a mind all her own and she was free to make choices as to who she wanted to be with! How dare he say such silly things!
"Yes, Shishio. I haven't told her yet." It was TRUE! Kaoru released her hold on Battousai's shirt, backing away from him in shock, anger, and hurt. He was saying that it was true? He 'owned' her? She was 'his'?
"No.." She whispered.
Shishio could see her now. In his eyes, she was a pretty girl with a very strong Ki and an equally strong presence. And she was very, very upset. Poor little bird. That was what her Ki reminded him of, a little bird.
"Why don't you come with me, my dear? I can assure you that no one will 'own' you." He extended a hand in invitation.
But Sano chose then to step in. He took a firm grip on Kaoru's wrist – she'd actually taken a small step towards Shishio – and pulled her away from the evil man. She was very dazed, and mildly in shock.
"Nice try, Shishio."
"Back off, Zanza." He growled, and a few more guns trained on Sano. He laughed.
"Oh come off it! I already know why you want this girl. Her father. He's pretty useful to you guys, isn't he? Our branch of the Syndicate has been warring with yours for over eleven years."
"Ah, yes. Ever since YOUR people tried to burn me alive."
"Didn't do to good a job of it, obviously. They were very sloppy back then. Would you like me to try again?" Sano smirked. His familiar, cocky voice brought Kaoru out of her stupor. She twisted her wrist out of his loose grip with a growl.
He smiled at her.
She scowled at him half-heartedly.
"Glad to see you're awake again, Missy. You were about to head right back into your father's arms!"
"Yeah, she was. Almost had her, too." Koshijirou Kamiya informed them, stepping into the room.
"Mr. Kamiya! Didn't expect you so soon! That stupid rooster over there got in the way, or she'd already have been back to you."
Kaoru stared at her father with huge eyes. He.. was.. coming back for her? Did he actually care that much about her? She felt butterflies beating in her stomach. Or was that her heart? Either way, it was an exhilarating feeling.
"Well, just take her! They're just two men. Just make sure not to hurt them to much. Battousai has to be alive for us to be able to use her as a bargaining chip." The large man growled to Shishio, who hurriedly nodded.
Kaoru felt her world collapse around her ears. Again. She started to sink back into the darkness.
A hand on her shoulder stopped her. It was a firm but gentle grip that caused her eyes to open all of the way. Battousai smiled at her. She stared at him – he was SMILING? It was ludicrous. And yet.. there he was, smiling! At her! Everything became suddenly warmer.
She realized that she wasn't actually angry at him for 'having' her. A little surprised, perhaps somewhat perplexed, but not angry. At least he would protect her. And from what she had gleaned from what he'd half-heartedly admitted, Battousai had given the bone marrow that had saved her life.
"I would not have taken your freedom unless it was the only way to save-"
"It's okay. I understand." She admitted.
Right then would have been such a perfect time to kiss. Blast the bloody fates all to pieces.
A few gunshots rang out. Battousai wrapped his arms around Kaoru and using his god-like speed avoided every bullet beautifully. Who ever said that no one could outrun a bullet?
She made no move to free herself from his embrace, however he still let her go. He turned on the shooters.
"That was just really stupid." He informed them. Normally, he would have no problem with someone shooting at him. Oh well, big deal. He could dodge with no effort. He really didn't mind people shooting at Sano, either. He had that nifty something-Kiwami thingy that he used, while ducking.
But those morons were shooting at Kaoru as well! Highly unforgivable. She was in no way weak, but she didn't have his abilities and speed.
In a blink, Battousai stood with both of his swords drawn. The Sakabatou was in his right hand, and the Wakizachi (A/N: I kind of don't remember the name of the companion sword.. I DID know it.. so I am just going to call it the Wakizachi. If anyone happens to know what it actually is, please tell me!) in his left hand.
"Now which of you idiots let Battousai get to his swords?" Shishio asked in a tone that reminded Kaoru of a whining child.
She watched as Battousai sliced clean through two of the men, using the swords like scissors. Sano crushed another's throat, and broke another's nose to the point that he drove it right into their brain. Not a pretty picture. In a matter of moments, four men were dead.
It was strange, the rate that the life was extinguished. And it was just as strange, that the blood she saw didn't bother her. A few days ago, she would already be unconcious. But something was different now, and she wasn't affected. A little nauseas, but that was it.
Cold steel touched her cheek, and hot leather wrapped around her shoulders in a grip almost as strong as Battousai's and just as unbreakable.
"Hey!" She growled, and elbowed her assaliant as hard as she could in the stomach. Nothing. No grunt of pain, no 'woosh' of air, no reaction at all. She might as well have just stood there.
Shishio dragged her out, sword still held at her neck. Battousai had noticed instantly, hearing her cry. But if he tried anything, she would be hurt.. or worse. Even his god-like speed couldn't solve everything.
Koshijirou laughed hysterically as he followed Shishio and his daughter out. And then it was just Battousai, Sano, and 12 men otherwise known as 'Walking Dead'.
A/N: *Groan* I have a Heeeaaadddaaaccchhhheeeee now!
Silver: *Licks Dove's face*
Dove: EWWW!!! *Shudders* I'm still sorta sick.. really tired..
Kenshin: Then sleep!
Dove: Did I mention that at the CDI, I will be trying to type up a new chapter every day during my lunch break? And guess what? I have to remember to record Kenshin every day until the 18th! I already got up while I was sick for a ½ an hour JUST to watch Kenshin.. it's really actually very sad.
Okay, someone asked for an update schedule.
Mon-Fri always, Saturday more likely than not, and Sunday if I'm not to exhausted on Saturday. Hopefully that narrows it down! ^_- The ONLY reasons that I won't update will be because I either am really sick, or I got grounded. I'm not usually sick, but I do tend to get grounded.. a lot.. but for the rest of the summer I should be updating religiously! ^-^
I'm not even done with the 100 review party, and it's almost time for the 200 review party! Oh my! (Actually, I'm writing this Saturday night and checking my mail Sunday morning, so it may well ALREADY be time for the 200 review party! *Pretends to be mad*) (Oh, yeah, and I just hit 200 reviews. I'm sorta in shock..)
Sano: Great, now that THAT is said, will you PLEASE go to bed before you pass out? You're all shakey and stuff. And your face is really pale.
Kenshin: PLEASE, Dove-chan?
Dove: Mhhkkaayy.. *Conks out*
Sano and Kenshin: Finally! *Sigh of relief*
Fluffy: Hope it wasn't TO bad of a cliffhanger.. Dove-chan wouldn't want to keep anyone
(1) Up At Night
(2) Preoccupied At Work
(3) Testy With Friends And Relatives Because Said Person Feels An Unrequited Anger At The Authoress
(4) From Bribing Aforementioned Authoress!! ^_-
Kushinadahime – Thanks for telling me! I hope I didn't offend you or anything with out meaning to!
EvilLaughingTalkingWall – Lol!
Who-Ever-Gave-Me-The-Frappachino(Sorry, my comp deleted the review notification and it isn't on the review page yet) – Thanks!^-^
Koniko-Chan – Lol! Thanks! Of course you can! *Grins at Kenshin evilly*
Conscience Fairy – *Life just got better* Kay!
Kurokumo – Lol. Okay then.. nope, at an 'e' in front of the 'u', it's Leukemia. ^-^
flyinangel777@yahoo.com – Thanks!
TaioraCrazedGirl – Alright, thanks. Yeah, I get the idea. ^_-
Nanikilover/Brukaoru – Actually.. you've already gone about 6 over what I needed. Lol.
Wolf – I might have remedied that. We will see. ^-^
AzNfRiSbEeDrAgOn – Great bribe! Lol. Oh, forgot about the personal servant/Dog Groomers. Lol!
CurlsofSerenity - *Laughs hysterically and starts to cheer up from break-down due to upcoming lack of Kenshin*
Emilie - .. I dunno ..