Disclaimer: I'll tell you what, if I own Fruits Basket, I'll make a huge announcement. Being that no announcement is in the works… you can bet that I have no control over Fruits Basket. Whatsoever.

Authors Note: This chapter is kind of… just… slow I think. I dunno, I think actually I'm kind of slow. Haha, ok, yes, I am slow right now. Anyway, enjoy:

Book of the Cat

Chapter 13

Hatori arrived in a matter of minutes. His tires squealed to a stop when he reached Shigure's house, and he ran up the porch steps into the eating area. Yuki lay on the ground, breathing heavily. Shigure sat next to him, talking to him reassuringly. The epi-pen was by Shigure's feet. Tohru sat by Yuki's side, holding his hand and looking awfully pale. However, the palest person was Kyo, who's back was pressed against the wall furthest from the scene and his body shook violently with each breath Yuki made.

Once Hatori entered, Tohru backed up to let him check Yuki. He leaned over Yuki, checked his pulse, his heartbeat, his glands, and his responsiveness. Yuki was semi-conscious through all of this, but his results seemed to please Hatori. Hatori asked Shigure to help him move Yuki into his bedroom and Shigure obliged, picking up Yuki carefully and walking up the stairs to his room after Hatori. Kyo and Tohru stayed in the dining room.

Kyo was sweating and shaking. His eyes were closed tightly. He opened them after what seemed like an eternity and turned his gaze towards Tohru. She was also shaking and her eyes were glistening with tears. When she noticed Kyo was staring at her, she jumped up, prepared to leave the room. His shaky voice stopped her.

"Tohru, wait!"

She paused at the doorway. Her knees shook as Kyo stood up and walked close to her. He stood right behind her.

"Tohru, look at me…please."

She turned towards him and Kyo could see the terror in her eyes.

"Tohru…are you…afraid of me?"

Tohru didn't respond, but her answer was evident. Kyo got panicky.

"Tohru! Please, don't be scared! Please…please..."

Tears fell from her eyes. "You…you tried to kill him!"

"Tohru…no…wait…I didn't mean to!"

"Yes! You knew he was allergic to the leaves!"

"I…I…I needed to…you don't know…"

"But he's your cousin!"

Kyo's knees gave out and he fell to the floor. "Tohru, please…help me…I…I…please."

Tears trailed down her cheeks. "Kyo…I just don't understand…why?" Before he could answer, she fled from the room. A second later Kyo heard the door to her room close.

Kyo stayed where he was for a long time. Finally, he stood up and shakily made his way up the stairs and stopped in front of Yuki's room. He put his back against the wall opposite of Yuki's door, and slid down to the floor. He drew his knees tightly up to his chest and he held them there. He faintly heard Shigure and Hatori conversing within, however, he didn't even try to listen; his head was pounding too loudly.

After what felt like hours, the door slid open and Hatori walked out followed by Shigure. They were still talking, but they abruptly stopped their conversation when they noticed Kyo. An awkward silence filled the corridor. Hatori avoided Kyo's eyes. He mumbled something to Shigure and then walked down the hallway to Shigure's study.

Shigure stood in front of Yuki's door, as if guarding it. Kyo tried to meet his eyes, but Shigure wouldn't look at him.

"Shigure, is…is Yuki alright?" Kyo's voice surprised himself, it held emotions that he didn't even know he had.

Shigure's face turned to face Kyo. The Shigure he knew was not portrayed. This Shigure looked angry, very angry. "Why?" He asked disdainfully.

"Because…I'm concerned." Kyo's response made none from Shigure. He tried again. "Is he going to be okay?"

Shigure didn't answer him, however, Hatori opened the door of Shigure's study. He walked towards Kyo and responded.

"Yuki will be alright." Hatori's response was short, to the point, and filled with anger. Kyo blanched at Hatori's voice.

"Good," Kyo mumbled, yet his hands still shook. His ears were buzzing again and his head pounded. He didn't notice Hatori mumble something to Shigure or see Shigure's eyes grow wide. When Kyo came back to a more conscious state, he heard Hatori calling his name.

"Kyo." Kyo looked up and Hatori continued. "I called the main house…I told Akito what you did…" Shigure watched as Kyo's face changed from pale to snow white.

"What did he say?" His body shivered against his will.

Hatori exhaled. "He wants you to come back and stay at the main house…"

"The main house! I'm not allowed there!"

"Akito is making an exception…"

Kyo thought about this. He always wanted to see the main house and live "inside"… But he sincerely doubted that he would be attending a "Welcome the Cat" party. This was not going to be a good visit. He didn't want to go.

"I can't go." His voice cracked.

"You have to." Hatori said quietly.

"But…what about school? Exams are coming up…and I mean…I don't have time to pack anything…and-"

Hatori cut him off. "There will be a tutor at the main house. Akito says you need not pack anything. He wants us to come homes as quickly as possible."

"But…my clothes?"

"No Kyo, he has things for you there."

"B-but…"

"Kyo, you will either come conscious or I have orders to sedate you."

Tohru opened her door and watched the scene. Kyo turned towards her. "Please…Tohru help." She was silent as more tears appeared. She pulled the door shut again.

"Kyo, come on." Hatori placed his hand on Kyo's shoulder. "Do I need to sedate you?"

"No…but…"

Hatori guided Kyo towards the door. Kyo pulled back suddenly. "My book! I need my book!"

"No, Kyo." Hatori grabbed hold of Kyo and pushed him out of Shigure's house. Kyo stopped struggling. His feet moved mechanically towards Hatori's car. He had given up.

Hatori's car moved quickly and silently down the long winding roads to the main house. Kyo sat in the passenger seat. His knees were pressed against his chest and his eyes stared vacantly out the window. Hatori sat next to him, equally tense. His eyes remained on the road, but his mind focused on the situation at hand. He honestly had no idea what Akito had in store for him. He also couldn't fathom why Kyo would try to kill Yuki. He knew that Kyo hated him with a passion, but he could not picture Kyo actually trying to kill his cousin.

The ride was short and silent. Hatori did not try to engage Kyo in conversation. He figured he might as well leave Kyo alone with his thoughts. He didn't even put the radio on. Once the main house came into view, Kyo sighed. Hatori parked his car by the gates. He opened his door and walked out, waiting for Kyo to come. Kyo didn't open his door, so Hatori turned around to the side of the car, and pulled it open. He tugged on Kyo's arm and extracted him from the vehicle. He felt Kyo's tremors, but he did not stop. He guided Kyo to the main gates, which opened automatically. He pulled Kyo down the tree-lined road.

The grounds seemed cold and empty. Many people were preparing for New Years, which would happen in two weeks. A cold wind picked up and blew through the estate. Hatori noticed that in all the rush and confusion, he had not allowed Kyo to get a jacket. He tried to walk faster to get Kyo to the warm house, but Kyo's pace was slow and hesitant. It seemed to take forever for them to reach the inner Sohma gates. Hatori opened them and Kyo shivered.

He was supposed to be forbidden here. He wasn't allowed to enter these grounds. He didn't want to be here. Kyo's foot touched the ground, in his ears the word "forbidden" echoed again and again. Every new step he took made the butterflies in his stomach flutter more wildly. He seriously considered making a run for it, but his body didn't seem to be functioning correctly right now.

The main house was huge and overpowering. Kyo slowly and hesitantly followed Hatori up the steps and stopped at the main house's door. Before the doors opened, Hatori turned to Kyo for some quick advice.

"Um…Kyo, listen to everything Akito says, but remember to always stay calm. I'm sure food will be sent to your room in the morning and maybe tomorrow you will see Haru and Momiji."

"I'm not staying in one of their rooms?" Kyo questioned. He had thought that he would be sharing a room with one of them. Before Hatori could answer, the door slid open and Akito's cold voice added to the chill outside.

"Of course not. Do you think I want to risk the lives of any more of the members of the Zodiac?"

Kyo turned to Akito and copied Hatori's bow. He spoke hesitantly.

"Then, where will I be staying?"

Akito grinned. "In Yuki's old room."

Kyo nodded, unsure of how that was bad. Kyo believed that Yuki was treated like a prince here, so his old room must resemble something from a palace.

Hatori nodded. "Please, Akito…remember our agreement."

Akito's eyes flashed. "I do not need to make deals. You obey me!" Akito's arm grabbed onto Kyo's bare forearm and his nails dug into this flesh. Hatori bowed quickly.

"I do not mean to upset you Akito. Please relax." Akito nodded but did not release his grip on Kyo.

"Thank you Hatori for bringing Kyo here. You may go now."

For a second, Kyo thought Hatori might turn around and take him back to Shigure's house. He thought Hatori might remove him from Akito's grasp. Hatori however only bowed once more and then turned to go to his house. Kyo stood there watching his retreating form.

"Well, Cat. Are you going to move or would you like to stay out here until you succumb to hypothermia? It makes no difference to me." Akito's voice was cold. It held no laughter like Shigure's did. Kyo hated it. Akito released Kyo's arm and wiped his hand on his kimono. "Filthy," he murmured, referring to Kyo. He stepped through the doorway and turned, aggravated once more. "Get in here!" He shrieked, and slapped Kyo across the face.

Kyo obediently followed, but shuddered as he took each step in a new, unfamiliar place.

Authors Note: I stopped here because the next section I wanted to include isn't finished…. I'm sorry… But, it's good, I think. Anyway, This chapter is shorter than the last, but really, how could I type 3000+ words again. I had to do Christmas shopping! Shudders And, it snowed here! So, next update should be up Saturday night/Sunday morning. (By The Way, before posting this, I had exactly 99 reviews!)

Thanks to my Fabulous, Fabulous, Fabulous reviewers!

Elven Bunny and Butterfly Lion: Finish it? Ha this story is FAR from done! I'm glad you're enjoying it!

Aldri: Creative? Well-written? What lovely compliments! I'm glad you like it!

Shadow7272: People call you Kyo? That's awesome. I'm in love. Ha… Okay, sorry if I scared you just there. Anyway, yes, I try to update every weekend, I hate when people have good stories that never get finished. I'm glad you decided to review!

D.masher: You're going to marry Kyo? I'm afraid not; he's mine! Ha, ok, I'll stop before I start a war between us…

Imbrium4: Hah, a squirt bottle! That made me laugh. He is a bad kitty. I'm glad you enjoyed the ways I had him kill Yuki.

Fullma8712: Yea, it was hard for me to write Kyo trying to kill Yuki because it's just not something I want Kyo to ever do. But, stupid Kyo won't be explaining why for a long time, cause…he's stubborn like that. But don't worry, there's a lot more to unfold in this story. So…yea….

Dark Inu Fan: Yup, Epi-pens are very good, it's a good thing he had one. Tohru didn't notice Kyo putting leaves in the fish because she just assumed he was adding spices, and the leaves were in a spice bottle similar to the other spices. Bad Kyo. Stooping real low, but remember, he's desperate. He wants to be free so badly, and the "thing" said that Kyo's got to do this or else's he's going to suffer big-time. Kyo's scared. Poor Kyo.

Dark-wolf-soulx: Ha, Thanksgiving sounds awesome at your house! I never have the opportunity to fall asleep in my food like your cousin. Have Kyon-Kyon committed? Interesting idea, I like that. Maybe I'll do that in my next story though, cause I like that idea, but there's not enough room in this one! Grrr…

ShadoWalker: Ha, so I guess no matter how long my chapters are, you're going to want more? Darn it… Ha, anyway, sorry this chapter is short!

The Cheshire Katt: Ha, Kyo is so dumb… stay away from books that talk! But… no matter how dumb he is, I still love him. I hope your cold is cleared up by now!

Narutofreak22: Kyo angst shall come in the next few chapters, do not fear! And, Yuki's ok, for now. Evil laughter I mean, I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter!