Tsukiko Chronicle

by Mikarea

Daughter of James and Lily Potter. Named by Yuuko Ichihara, the Space-Time witch. Her fate changed by Zelretch, the Old Man of the Jewels. Will she be like many of her counterparts through out the multi verse, a pawn of fate, to be used by others. Or will she shatter fate and create her own destiny. Mainly HP/Type-Moon crossover. Minor other crossover. Year two complete.

17. Chapter 16 Christmas in Vale Part 1

Chapter 16 – Christmas in Vale

AN: Well, this has taken a lot long then I thought, both in time and chapter. Yes my reader, this is the perfect example of 'never' promise something you can't deliver. When I completed this section of the story, I came to realize it was almost 35K words and that is too much to squeeze into one chapter.

The promised fight will be in the next chapter, I already got it on paper, only need to type it up on the computer.

And yes, before some people ask why write it on paper then just directly onto the computer. I did it to improve my English and hand writing skill. This is something I learned from my time in relearning English at a skill course. I really hope I passed that course, wish me luck.

Now enough wool gathering and excuses. I give you the next chapter and hope to get the next typed up in a week or two from this one. Enjoy!

Version 2.0 2.25.16

22rd of December 1992

Allemantheia Continental Gate terminal

Tsukiko along with everyone else made their way towards the terminal. She along with Rin, Arturia, Lancer and Satsuki were tense, their meeting with the Elin oracle Eria had greatly shocked and shaken her. The oracle had seen her deepest secrets, dangerous secrets in the wrong hands. However what had bothered her the most was 'Him'. There was no doubt Eria was referring to the individual that had helped her save Hermione's life. Tsukiko wanted to meet the person who had helped save her best friend, but she wondered what connection she had with 'Him'. Why was he looking over her? Why did he want to help her? For what reason, did he go through such efforts for her?

Tsukiko thought was interrupted when Lancer ruffled her hair. He said to her with a tone of fondness laced with sarcasm. "A leanbh, stop thinking so much and don't worry so much about what that Elin said, or you're going to stunt your growth again." Tsukiko growled at that. Lancer continued warmly. "Let me worry about that for you. Just go and enjoy your holiday. I bet Ruby is dying to see you again. Leave adult matter to adults. A leanbh."

Tsukiko was still worried. Rin said to her in thought. 'Lancer is right. Tsukiko-chan. Let us worry about the oracle's revelation. Let me worry about the consequences.' Rin smiled fondly at her, reassuring her.

Tsukiko smiled happily, but said with a tone of annoyance. "All right. I'll stop letting what the Elin said bother me, and stop ruffling my hair! You know how much trouble I had to go through to straighten them out from their usual mess!" She appreciated Lancer attempt to lighten the mood, but she really hated it when people messes with her hair.

Hermione in an obvious attempt to lighten the mood, joined the conversation. "I never knew you had trouble with your hair. What was it like before?"

Tsukiko were about to tell Hermione to mind her own business. Her hair was a sore spot for her, but she was too late. Sacchin took out a photo and said to Hermione. "Tsukiko-chan's hair was a complete nightmare. I still have photos of her when she was very young, have a look."

Tsukiko was about to yell at Sacchin to stop. Hermione looked at the photo and said with shock. "Oh my God! Your hair look like a bird's nest! What the hell is up with that!"

Tsukiko snatched the photo away from Hermione, her face red from embarrassment. She said to Hermione. "That's how they normally look like. All right! It took me awhile to find a magical shampoo that could tame that mess, even then, it's delicate and require constant attention."

Hermione said with a smirk. "Tsukiko-chan. I never knew you can be so vain. Look isn't everything you know."

She said to Hermione. "I don't want to hear that from a girl, whom only brought one 'normal' suit case to a holiday." Both girls soon descended into a pointless argument.

Rin took this moment and whispered to Satsuki. "Did you get the information we need from that Obliviator."

Satsuki replied. "We got everything. It wasn't easy to get a skilled wizard in Legilimency. It would have been easier to include Tsukiko-chan. It would have been a lot quicker. What do you want us to do with the Obliviator?"

Rin knew it would have been quicker and easier to include Tsukiko in this operation, but this was too close to Tsukiko's trauma, too close to her pain. She knew Tsukiko would assume responsibility and would unknowingly torture herself with the 'what-if' scenario. She said to Satsuki. "You were there. What do you think we should do with him."

Rin saw a flash of true anger on Satsuki expression, her eyes flashed red for a moment. Satsuki said to her. "His excuse was. They were ONLY muggles. That Obliviator doesn't care about those girls, as long as his pockets were filled with Galleons. I think he should burn in hell."

Rin only thought for a moment. She said to Satsuki in a cold and emotionless tone. "Keep him alive. I will pay him a visit while we're here. Let's see how he like being a muggle for the rest of his life. Also send me the complete list of victims and any information you can get your hands on."

Rin was caught by complete surprise when Tsukiko said to her. "What are you guys whispering about?"

Rin almost panicked, but she got herself under control. She said. "It's nothing. Satsuki just told me about some interesting source of funding, from the Order of the Phoenix. Something we might be able to use against the old fool."

She didn't want to lie to Tsukiko, most of what she said was true, it just wasn't what she and Satsuki was talking about, but this was for Tsukiko's own good. No matter how mature she acts, Tsukiko was still a child of twelve.

Rin changed the subject. "So. Who won the argument?"

Tsukiko said with a huff. "Naturally I did. Hermione just too stubborn to admit she lost."

Hermione shouted. "I didn't lose! You're such a stubborn, unreasonable, illogical prat!"

Ms Granger chided. "Hermione! Calm down!"

Tsukiko said angrily. "You lost the argument! And if you admitted it sooner! I would've let you try my magical shampoo, it would've sorted out your bushy hair, just as it did with professor Snape's greasy mop."

Hermione turned her nose up and said. "Yea right, as..." Hermione only just finished processing what Tsukiko had just said. She said with shock. "Wait! Professor Snape used your shampoo! Why would he do that!? I thought he hated you! What's going on!?"

Tsukiko clamped her mouth shut with both her hands, she really needed to watch what she was saying to Hermione. Tsukiko tried to salvage the situation. "Professor Snape? I meant to say professor McGonagall, yea that's it!"

Tsukiko was surprised when Hermione grabbed her by the collar, a vein throbbing on her forehead. Hermione hissed angrily. "You said professor Snape greasy mop. Professor McGonagall don't have 'greasy mop'. What are you hiding from me this time!?"

Rin sighed and said to Hermione. "Let her go. Hermione, as amusing as this is. Professor Snape is actually Tsukiko-chan's magical guardian. He's looking out for her. If it wasn't for the..." Rin was interrupted when a red and black blur snatched Tsukiko away from Hermione.

A loud and excited voice shouted out. "Tsukiko-chan! I missed you so much!"

Rin groaned in agony. "Oh sweet Root. She's here."

Rin had already met Ruby Rose, and the girl irritate the hell out of her. From Rin's point of view, Ruby was hyper active, fast talking and VERY annoying. The girl was also a weapon nerd with a cookie addiction.

Ruby actually drove her up the wall, when she tried to asked her about the various jewels, mystic codes and their effects, also how to make them. Despite her numerous attempt to get her message across. 'It's her mysteries and her secrets.' It did not stop Ruby from pestering her constantly.

Rin sighed as Ruby literally smothered Tsukiko with her cleavage. Tsukiko flailed around as Ruby continued to give Tsukiko her brand of overenthusiastic love. Tsukiko finally freed herself and said slightly out of breath. "Ruby! You almost suffocated me!" Ruby just giggled and gave Tsukiko a big smile. Tsukiko smiled back and continued. "It's good to see you again. Ruby-chan."

Ruby was still clinging onto Tsukiko. She said to her. "So who's your friend?" Ruby then pointed at Draco and continued. "Is blondie there your boyfriend?"

Tsukiko grimace and said with disgust. "EWWW! NO! Skin and bones over there is my servant. Their parents decided to dump him and his goons on me."

Draco said with a disheartened tone. "You didn't have to say it like that! What am I? Chopped liver!"

Tsukiko said without hesitation. "Yes. Definitely chopped liver." Draco looked depressed and became even more so when Crabbe and Goyle tried to comfort him. Tsukiko continued, ignoring Draco. "Blondie there is Draco Malfoy. His tag along is Vincent Crabbe and Gregory Goyle. All three are from 'pure-blood' houses in Magical Britain. They became my servants when they lost a duel against me."

A pearl of laughter could be heard from behind Lancer. A young woman with long blond hair, that were slightly loose and wild at the end, the style gave her a wild and chaotic feel. She had pale white skin, lilac colour eyes. Most of her cloths consists of leather with yellow, brown and orange colouration. Her entire look would make her right at home in the wild west.

The young woman said to them. "They've gone against you in a duel and they're still in one piece? You must have gone easy on them."

The young woman then hugged Lancer from behind and said with a purr. "Lance, is it just me or did you become more buffed up since I last saw you."

Tsukiko growled angrily. "Yang. Keep your hands off my Lance!"

Lancer said with a sigh. "Just you Yang. Now, if you don't mind, stop feeling me up." Lancer didn't mind having Yang feel him up, but he also knew the real reason why she was doing this, and that reason would land him in hot water with Tsukiko.

Yang said teasingly. "Aww. Come on. I will let you feel me up later."

By this point Ruby had let go of Tsukiko. Ruby said with annoyance. "Come on sis, that's enough..." Ruby jumped away from Tsukiko in surprise and shouted. "Holy crap! Midget on fire! Midget on fire!" Tsukiko was covered with a red burning aura as she glared angrily at Lancer and Yang.

Yang giggled and said. "So, little Tsukiko is still going after you. Glad some thing haven't changed." Yang ignored Tsukiko evil glare and ruffled her hair.

Tsukiko knew Yang was railing her up. Yang did this all the time when Lancer and her were close by, and to her shame, it gets her all the time! Tsukiko calmed down and said with annoyance. "Stop ruffling my hair! You know I hate that!"

Yang had an evil smirk and said. "Ohh, on that note. There is something else I need to check." Before Tsukiko knew what was happening. Yang had gone behind her and groped her chest. Yang continued. "Let's see if those puppies got bigger, since I last check them."

Tsukiko also didn't like people giving her breasts a surprise squeeze, her breasts were very sensitive and tend to cause weird reactions to her body. This had caused her to flail around and squealing in panic. "Yang! Cut it out! Oh sweet Root! Please stop!"

Yang was yanked back by a black hair cat ears young woman. Yang almost chocked on her collar. The cat woman said to Yang in annoyance. "Yang. We talked about this. You can't go groping girls like that, even if they are your sister's best friend."

Yang pouted. "Aww, but her reaction is the best." Yang winked at Tsukiko and said. "Congratulation, Tsukiko. You have gone from A-cup to B-cup."

Tsukiko glared at Yang and said angrily. "Why do you keep groping me! Why not Rin or Arturia!"

Yang looked over to Rin and Arturia. She then said to her. "There is nothing worth grabbing, your is more noticeable." If look could kill, Yang would've died ten times over from Rin and Arturia glare.

Ruby sighed and said to Yang. "Sis. You're being rude. We haven't even introduce ourselves yet."

It was then Yang realized there were a lot of people within Tsukiko's group that she didn't recognise. Yang became aware of her behaviour and conduct. She introduced herself. "Heya. I'm Yang Xiao Long." She then pointed at Ruby. "This is my little sister Ruby Rose."

Before Yang could introduce the cat girl. She beat Yang to the introduction. "Blake Belladonna." She looked over to Hermione's parents and said with humour. "And before you ask. Yes, those ears are real."

Both Granger blushed, because they were about to ask Blake that very question. Tsukiko went on to introducing the Granger, also Draco and co. Ruby once again showed her affection by hugging Hermione and proclaim them best friends forever! Much to Hermione's horror and confusion.

Once the introduction was done. Draco asked Yang. "Miss... umm... Xiao Long."

Yang said with a smile. "Just Yang will do. First time someone called me Miss Xiao Long."

Draco corrected himself. "Umm, Yang. What did you mean when you said Miss Potter had gone from A-cup to B-cup?"

Draco should have known better, when he saw that mischievous grin on yang expression. Before anyone could stop her. Yang said with a purr. "Well Draco. I'm so happy you asked. I was talking about Tsukiko's breasts size. You know, her boobs." Draco turned scarlet red when he realized what he had asked. Yang continued. "A year ago, Tsukiko's breasts were only A-cup, around the size of a hen's egg. For a petite girl like Tsukiko. They're noticeable."

Draco remembered the time when he walked into Tsukiko while she was changing. He said. "Ahh, that sounds about right."

Yang smiled. "So you saw them, have you?" Draco turned even redder, and it was all Yang needed. She continued. "Anyway. Earlier I was checking them. They've grown even bigger. Now, they are B-cups, which is about the size of apple. They will become noticeable even with her robes on."

Draco Looked towards Tsukiko, then towards her chest. She said with an icy tone. "Draco, look away now, or I swear I will gouge your eyes out with a spoon." Draco quickly looked away after that threat.

Yang leaned into Draco, one arm over his shoulder and said. "Of course, Tsukiko is only twelve at the moment, they will only grow bigger as she continue her growth spurt, she might even grown them as big as mine." Draco looked towards Yang's chest and noticed they were massive. Yang said with a teasing tone. "Like what you see."

Draco said with a dumbstruck expression. "Yes." Draco then looked horror stricken. "I mean NO! I..." Draco flustered as Yang laughed at his expense.

Yang got her laughter under control and said with mirth. "Hahaha. That was so much fun! Tsukiko, please tell me all British magical is like this one here, so easy to tease."

Tsukiko was not amused and said with a deadpan voice. "I like to say yes, Draco is a typical British magical, but the truth is, most of them are like Crabbe and Goyle here. A pair of brain dead gorillas." Crabbe and Goyle simply looked confused at Tsukiko's statement. She had exaggerated a bit when she said that. However Crabbe and Goyle had basic education drummed into them, that made then better then majority of Hogwarts, when it came to Math and perhaps English, but their common sense could do with a lot of work. Something that is sorely lacking in magical Britain.

Ruby said to Yang. "Common sis! That's enough already. You already had your fun." Hermione was startled when Ruby suddenly appeared before her. She said to her. "Hey, I heard you like books. Tsukiko-chan told me so much about you."

Hermione interest was peaked and she asked. "What did Tsukiko-chan say about me?"

Ruby was cut off by Yang. "Oh, nothing much. Nerdy book worm with anger management issue, that couldn't tell a quack from a real professor." Hermione rounded on Tsukiko, got her by the collar.

Hermione said in the coldest possible tone. "Tsukiko. We are going to have a very long talk about this." Tsukiko looked away nervously.

Ruby came to the rescue. "Tsukiko-chan didn't say it like that! Yang is causing trouble like always." Hermione relaxed a bit as Ruby continued. "She said you spend too much time raiding her library, losing your temper when you got lower score then Tsukiko-chan. And can't understand why you fell for the blond flop that can't cast a spell to save his life." Hermione had several angry twitch as she looked towards Tsukiko.

Tsukiko looked away nervously as Hermione said in anger. "A... Very... Long... Talk."

Yang patted her sister on the shoulder and said with pride. "Well done sis. You did way more damage then I ever could."

Ruby looked confused and said. "I didn't mean it like that!"

Yang smirked. "Course not sis, course not."

Ruby quickly said. "Hermione. I like to introduce you to Blake, I know we already introduced everyone, but you should know. Blake is a bibliophile, she knows all the book stores in North America." Ruby looked over desperately to Blake. She rolled her eyes and realized that Ruby wanted her help to calm Hermione down.

Blake said to Hermione. "There is a High Elves book store near the plaza. I heard they have lores and stories that were written and recorded by High Elves sages and philosophers, that dates back at least four thousand years.

Hermione had completely forgotten her anger with Tsukiko talking about her behind her back. She said to Blake with stars in her eyes. "Miss Belladonna, please tell me more, can you show me where it is?"

Yang giggled. "Nice save. Pussy cat." This caused Blake to glare at Yang.

Satsuki said to Hermione's parents. "Mr Granger, Mrs Granger, I'm at a lost for words. Normally, it's not this chaotic. Today it seem like Tsukiko's friends are a bit rowdy."

Mrs Granger said. "Oh, it's all right. It's good to have such enthusiastic and energetic friends."

Mr Granger added. "It's actually quite enjoyable watching them banter like that. Ahh, to be young again."

Mrs Granger then said with a sigh. "Although it's nice to see Hermione so animated and energetic. I think her temper is getting worse."

Mr Granger said reassuringly. "Darling. She will be fine. I'm sure Hermione will grow out of it eventually."

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Allemantheia Plaza

Everyone soon arrived at the teleportation platform. Three massive golden gyroscopes with an electric blue orb at it's centre spun slowly and gracefully. It's design was equally enigmatic as their creator.

Ruby said to them all. "Everyone come closer to me." Everyone moved closer to Ruby, those new to the city, only hesitated a little. Ruby said to the teleportation device. "Oriana Plaza. A group to transport."

The device replied. "Oriana Plaza. Confirmatum." A bright blue light flashed across the group. They were instantly transported to Oriana Plaza.

Hermione opened her eyes and was stunned silent by the sight before her, she honestly thought her first time at Diagon alley was the most amazing and exciting thing to have ever happened. The Allemantheia's Oriana Plaza made Diagon alley looked like a medieval squalor. The same High Elves architecture dominated the area, the massive platform were filled with market stalls, tents and even portable houses, what was even more amazing were the various race running those stores.

Tsukiko gave Hermione quick explanation as they walked through the plaza. They came across an Aman chef selling buns and meat from a strange creature with six legs on a spit roast. The Amani were strong and fierce looking race. Their bestial appearance also came with massive ram horns. Hermione almost mistaken them for demon and was warned by Tsukiko to never call them as such.

Hermione was almost left behind, when she came across a book store ran by a Baraka librarian. Hermione almost mistaken the Baraka as some sort of golem, their massive round body and rocky feature, gave them a rather intimidating and alien appearance, but when Hermione talked to the Baraka librarian, she found the Baraka to be a gentle and very intellectual race. The Baraka librarian was ever so patient with her and indulged in all her questions.

After that friendly meeting. They came across a Castanic merchant selling jewellery. The Castanic were dark skinned, white hair, very muscular. Hermione blushed at the toned and muscular six pack of the Castanic merchant. Their general appearance were human except for their strangely shaped horns atop their head. They also dressed very provocatively. The merchant wore only a feathered vest, darkly designed trousers, stylish black boots and gloves, it gave him a Gothic look, one where he proudly displayed his toned body.

Hermione soon learned the Castanic have a terrible and hot temper, when Rin argued about the price of jewels. In the end the Castanic merchant praised Rin for her sharp eyes and tongue. They came to an amicable agreement on the price of jewels.

Hermione then saw an Elin florist selling flowers and plants unlike anything she had ever seen before, flower with all seven colours of the rainbow. A purple plant with transparent luminescent pods, it had left her speechless.

They eventually arrived at a luxurious hotel. The hotel was part of the city, it's interiors was designed by High Elves, built with the intent to awe and amaze everyone that walked through it's door. Hermione thought the continental gate's VIP room was beautiful, she thought Buckingham palace was magnificent. However this hotel blew them all out of the water. This place was at another level of grandeur, unmatched by anything she had seen so far.

The reception hall had white marble pillars with intricate carving. The wall were decorated with tapestries, it constantly moved and changed as if it was telling a story. There were marble statues of elves with gold and silver bows, swords and staves. A grand chandelier illuminated the room with colours of rainbow.

It took great effort for Hermione, to not gawk at the wonders before her. It was then Hermione noticed Rin had put on her glasses. Her personality changed to likeable, friendly and very sociable. She said to the receptionist. "Salutation. We're the Tohsaka group, is our room ready?"

The elven receptionist replied. "Salutation Miss Tohsaka. Your rooms are ready for you. Also a note was left for you and Miss Potter."

Rin read the note and had to suppressed an angry twitch. She said with an overly sweet smile. "Tsukiko-chan. You should read this."

Tsukiko took the note and read it's content. She shouted in disbelief. "Bob and Jack have gone AWOL! They left our luggage here and decided to go on an adventure!"

Rin said with a fake smile and an air of politeness. "Tsukiko-chan. We're going to have a little chat on how much freedom you've given to the Tachikomas and what we should do about it." Rin would have gone on even more, but her glasses were snatched away by Ruby.

Ruby said with a pout. "Rin, I like it better when you are you. It's really creepy when you're all nice and polite every time you put your glasses on."

Rin looked visibly angry and growled. "RUBY! Stop that! And what do you mean it creeps you out!? Has it not occurred to you, I might be a sweet and innocent girl deep down!"

Everyone who knew Rin had to suppress their laughter. Ruby continued with her overenthusiastic smile. "I mean, you're acting too much like Weiss. She always pretend to be polite and sociable, and nice in front of important people, not that Weiss isn't nice. But the real Weiss is bossy, get angry about everything... and shouts at me a lot. Anyway, one Weiss is enough. We don't need two."

Rin was about to remind Ruby, that she was rambling again. When Weiss sneaked up behind Ruby and shouted. "HEY!"

This caused Ruby to jump into Tsukiko's arms. Ruby said in fear. "Oh God! She's shouting at me again!"

Tsukiko was caught completely by surprise and didn't have time to Reinforce her body. She was straining to hold Ruby up in a bridle position. It was an odd and amusing sight to see a twelve year old girl carrying a seventeen year old teen like that. Tsukiko said in panic. "Ruby! Get off, you're heavy!"

Yang added unhelpfully. "Probably from all the cookies she's been eating."

Ruby turned red and looked very annoyed. Blake came to the rescue and diverted the subject. "Weiss. You're back early. I thought the meeting would have lasted a lot longer." It was then Ruby let go off Tsukiko and hid behind her, away from Weiss.

Weiss glared at Ruby, before turning her attention to Blake. She said to them while nursing a headache. "It was suppose to last a lot longer then it did. However, five minutes into the meeting. High oracle Eria and High commander Fraya got into a 'cat' fight." Weiss looked to Blake. "No puns intended." Blake raised an eye brow at Weiss as she continued. "Adam tried to break up the fight, and got two black eyes for his trouble."

Yang winced and said with concern. "They actually broke his mask and landed two hits on him!? That's impressive."

Weiss groaned. "They landed a hit each at the same time. Adam really should have known better then getting involved in a fight between two very angry females... Anyway, at least everyone agreed on one thing."

Tsukiko said with curiosity. "And that is?"

Weiss said. "Both side will send a different representative, one that will not cause another war to happen in magical America."

Mr Granger said with concern. "Another war? What do you mean by that. Miss..."

Weiss replied. "Weiss Schnee. Did no one inform you that American magical is currently having a civil war against it's own government? I thought Tsukiko-chan already told Hermione about our current situation."

Hermione's parents looked at their own daughter with annoyance along with Tsukiko. Hermione stuttered. "S...Sorry. I... I forgot, I was so excited to come here, I completely forgotten all about the civil war."

Mrs Granger said with disapproval. "Hermione dear, we are going to have a talk about priority and things you REALLY need to tell us about." Mrs Granger turned to Weiss and said. "Miss Schnee. Are we safe here? Is there anything else we should know about?"

Weiss took out a small pamphlet. "This will tell you everything you need to know about our civil war, also your safety is guaranteed. We're the winning side and rightfully so. Take your time and if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask." Miss Granger took the pamphlet and started to read it along with her husband.

Weiss then hugged Tsukiko and said fondly. "It's good to see you again, Tsukiko-chan. I really wish you could attend Beacon instead of Hogwarts. All of us would be thrilled to be your teacher."

Tsukiko enjoyed Weiss's embrace, then realized what Weiss had said. She said with shock. "Wait! You're all professor at Beacon!? Even Yang!"

Yang said angrily . "Hey! Short stuff. What are you trying to say!"

Weiss ignored Yang and said to Tsukiko. "Well, three of us are. Ruby is weapon and metallurgy professor. Blake is professor of social science. Yang is a PE teacher."

Tsukiko said with relief. "Oh thank the Root. You scared me there for a moment."

Yang shouted angrily. "What was that!? You midget!"

Tsukiko shouted back. "You should be grateful to even be a teacher at a great academy like Beacon. You twenty-one year old bimbo, even the position of physical education teacher is wasted on you!" Yang and Tsukiko soon got into a scuffle, pulling on each other's face.

Hermione said to Ruby. "Wow! I didn't know Tsukiko and your sister don't get along. I always though Tsukiko will get along with anyone."

Ruby laughed. "Oh don't mind them. This is their way of strengthening their friendship. They always got along..."

Yang screamed in anger. "Don't you dare pull my hair! If a single strand get pulled out. I will bury you six feet under!"

Ruby coughed. "... most of the time." Almost everyone gave Ruby a deadpan look. She corrected herself. "OK. Only very few time."

Hermione decided to ask. "So, any idea why they don't get along?"

Blake cut in. "Yang dated Lance three years ago. Ruby and Tsukiko didn't like that, they tricked Lance into a gay bar. Tsukiko then took her revenge by giving Yang a hair cut while she slept. A short bob haircut, if I recall correctly."

Weiss then added. "That didn't end well for Tsukiko-chan. Yang caught her red handed with her cut locks and chased her all over Vale. They caused quite a bit of property damage along the way."

Blake said with a sigh. "Tsukiko-chan only barely got away from that with her life. She promised Yang, she would make a hair rejuvenation potion for her, and reminded her, that if she dies, no one would be able to fix her hair. It was a VERY close call."

Ruby said with a laugh. "Oh come on, you guys. Yang wouldn't kill a nine year old girl, because of a little hair cut... right?" Weiss and Blake just gave her another deadpan look.

Soon the fight ended between Tsukiko and Yang. One girl and one young woman glared at each other, they both huffed at the same time, then went about their own business.

Tsukiko had an idea, with a devious grin on her face. Tsukiko asked Hermione. "Hermione-chan, is that the 'best' clothing you got on at the moment?"

Hermione said proudly. "Yes it is. I got this jumper, jacket and jeans at Woolworths... All right, why is everyone looking at me like that?"

Yang with tears in her eyes, said with sorrow while hugging Hermione. "Oh you poor poor thing. You need WAY better cloths then what you got on! If that's the best you got in your whole collection..."

Tsukiko interrupted. "She only brought one suitcase as well."

Yang said with horror. "One suitcase! The horror!" Hermione would have protested, if her face wasn't buried in Yang's bosom. Yang continued. "We need to fix this at once! We need to go... shopping!"

Hermione looked over to Tsukiko and saw a grin on her face, she gave her a thumbs up. She swore internally. 'Oh you bitch! You set me up!'

Tsukiko said sweetly to her parents. "Mr Granger, Mrs Granger. Is it all right if we take Hermione shopping? We promise not to stay out too late." Hermione wanted to shout at Tsukiko, she wanted to tell her to stop.

Her mum said happily. "Oh Tsukiko, we will be more then happy for Hermione to go shopping for cloths. You're such a sweet angel. How I wish you could be my daughter as well." Hermione was irked by Tsukiko's sweet act.

Tsukiko said with joy. "Let's all go shopping. We even got a few capable pack mules." It was then everyone noticed Lance had gone missing.

The elf attendant handed a note to Tsukiko. The note said. 'Better luck next time.'

Tsukiko pouted. "Damn! He got away! And I wanted his input on my lingeries selection." Tsukiko then looked to Draco and his henchmen. She said with glee. "Well, at least we got three perfectly fine pack mules." All the girls except for Hermione and Arturia smiled at the boys. From that day forward, Draco, Crabbe and Goyle swore they would never go shopping with any females ever again. At least not by choice anyway.

Rin then added with a smile. "And two girls that will play dress up for us." Rin smiled at Arturia. She tried to make excuses to rest early and leave their company. Rin said to her. "Oh no you don't. You're coming whether you like it or not."

The girls left, dragging a tearful Hermione and Arturia with them. The boys followed along, not knowing the living hell they were about to go through. They left Mr and Mrs Granger behind.

Mr Granger said. "So what are we suppose to do now?"

Lancer appeared behind him and said. "Well. I know a great pub here." Mr and Mrs Granger almost jumped out of their skin. Lancer continued. "Before you ask. Yes. It's magic I used to disappear. Also I done 'shopping' with them before and never again. So, you guys want a drink or not? While the kids go shopping."

Both Granger smiled. Mr Granger said enthusiastically. "I will take you up on that. Been awhile since I had a proper drink."

Mrs Granger added. "I'm in. Just don't go over the top dear." They all left for the Allemantheia pub.

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Allemantheia hotel room

It was almost midnight when Hermione slumped into her bed, completely exhausted. Tsukiko and her friends had taken her to various cloth stores in Allemantheia. They used her and Arturia as dress up dolls for hours! Hermione turned bright red in embarrassment at some of the clothing she tried out. The Elven robes wasn't so bad, if you ignored how much it exposed the side of your body, her thighs and side of her torso were completely exposed, it was indecent!

Then there was the Elin outfit. Hermione wanted to cry, that outfit left her with no dignity at all! The top half was fine, the phoenix feather pattern were gorgeous, gold against satin blue, it was the bottom half, that left her screaming in her pillow. The outfit completely exposed her legs and navel. The only thing that covered her decency was a pair of panties, she felt less exposed, if she wore a two piece bikini.

Hermione didn't even want to think about the Castanic outfit they forced her to try on. In the end, they were able to settle on ten sets of outfits for her, after they forced her to tried on over two hundred sets of clothing. Those ten were at least decent, and it was after she begged... NO! She insisted Tsukiko and her friends on those ten outfits. She does not beg. EVER!

However Hermione could not deny, it was the most exciting day of her life, it was fun being with so many people that considered her a friend. She soon fell asleep with a smile on her face.

Allemantheia Hotel. Another room.

Draco groaned in pain. Today was complete hell for him, he along with Crabbe and Goyle were dragged along, through out the whole city and they were shopping the entire time! He was sore from carrying all those bags and shopping. Now, he understood the term 'Pack mule', it was degrading. What had irked Draco the most were Crabbe and Goyle. They carried ten times more then he did, but was completely unfazed by such burden. They didn't even blush or react, when they were forced to wait in the lingerie store, the thing he saw were beyond his wildest imagination, he even pictured Miss Yumizuka in those lingeries. Draco shook his head to clear his mind and was rewarded with another wave of pain.

Although the trip was not a complete waste for him. Draco did manage to purchase a fine High elf tailored robe. A black and silver form fitting robe with dragon motif, a truly fine set of clothing for one such as him. It was enchanted to fit him always, it could repel rain and stains. A truly marvellous work that worth every 'Dollar' he spend. It only took him a minute to work out how much Galleons he needed to pay for eight hundred dollars. It was a bit mind boggling to spend ninety-six Galleon on a single set of robe, but it was well worth it, for all the benefits and comfort, as well as the quality.

Draco did frown a bit, he thought. 'How did that mud... No. Miss Granger.' Draco reminded himself. 'Afford ten set of those high quality clothing?' Draco was also a bit puzzled as to why the High Elves would use muggle currency. It was something he plan to find out about. Perhaps he could ask Miss Schnee. She seemed like the noble sort that he could get along with. He decided to turn in for the night. He reminded Crabbe and Goyle, that they needed to sleep. Knowing them, they might forget.

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23rd December

Hermione woke up groggily, she brushed her teeth, freshened herself up, and just as she was about to change out of her pyjamas. She noticed her mum waking up. She said to her. "Morning mum."

Her mum said with a groan. "Not so loud dear. Mommy's got a head ache."

It was then Hermione noticed, her mum was the only one in the double bed. She lowered her voice. "Mum, where's dad?"

Her mum looked annoyed and said with a huff. "Jeffrey is in Lance's room, sleeping off his stupidity from last night." Hermione realized her dad must had done something REALLY bad to make her mum this angry.

Hermione said hesitantly. "I will get change and see if dad needs any help." It was then Hermione realized this was the perfect time to ask her question. She turned red and said with embarrassment. "Mum... umm... I got a friend who's in... love with... well, another friend, who is also a girl. I don't..." She was caught by surprise when her mum hugged her.

Her mum said to her. "It's all right Hermione. I know we had the 'Talk', but I really should have... gone a bit more in depth about it." Hermione gone even redder as she remembered the 'Talk'. It was one of the most embarrassing moment in her life. Her mum continued. "But It's all right. There is nothing wrong with you, for falling in love with your best friend. Tsukiko Potter."

Hermione's brain grind to a halt, as she attempted to process what her mum just said. She sputtered. "NO! It's not like that! I'm not gay! I was talking..."

Her mum cut her off. "Dear. The correct term is lesbian." Hermione's face turned cherry red, she was so embarrassed, she couldn't even form coherent words any more. Her mum continued. "Dear. Let's have another 'Talk'. This time I will be more thorough."

Hermione wanted to cry, to protest her innocent. However her mum was determined to have that 'Talk' with her, with this complicated misunderstanding between them. It would be the most agonising sixty minutes of Hermione's life.

Allemantheia hotel. Lancer's room.

Hermione finally arrived at Lance room, after her long 'Talk' with her mum. Hermione wondered if brain bleach exist in the magical world, she could use one right now. She found her dad sitting up in bed. Lance had already woken up and made two cups of coffee. Hermione became rather concerned when she saw a black eye and purple swollen cheek on her dad's face. She rushed to her dad's side and said with concern. "Dad! What happened!"

Her dad winced and said. "Sweety. Not so loud. Please."

Lancer answered for her dad. "Jeffrey here got into a bar fight with an Amani. Never seen an Amani so shocked, when you dad got him with a right hook, of course that only caused the nearby Amani to return the favour."

Hermione growled. "Dad! What the hell were you thinking! Didn't you see the size of those Aman!"

Her dad winced again. "Sweety. My right hand agree with you. Damn hard skin ox-headed bastard."

Hermione said with mortification. "Dad! Language!"

Her dad smiled. "Sorry. Sweety. Daddy only did what he thought was right. I stood up for my new friends, that I met at the bar."

Blake entered the room and caught part of the conversation. She said. "Mr Granger. I take it you made some friends with the dwarfs."

Her dad said enthusiastically. "Yes! Bruenor Battlehammer and his clan. We didn't start the fight..."

Blake cut him off. "Its ok. This happens often between the Aman and the Dwarfs. We get at least one bar brawl a day between those two race."

Hermione asked. "Why do the Aman and Dwarfs fight? Do they hate each other?"

Blake had a thoughtful look and said. "Hate? No, I don't think so. I think they find each other irritating, because they are too much alike."

Hermione gawked. "Too much alike!? Then shouldn't they get along?"

Blake explained. "Being alike doesn't mean they will get along. In most cases, quite the opposite. The Aman and the Dwarfs are both head strong, stubborn and very proud. They both prefer to live underground and took pride in their metal works and crafts. It's those quality that brought the two into conflict with each other."

Blake had gone into her lecture mode. "The High Elves and Elins also have the same problem. Both are powerful immortal fey, that can live for a very long time, both possess wisdom and knowledge that no other race can match, and their pride demand them to be nothing but the best against anyone else. Thus the Elins will always irritate the High Elves and vice versa."

Hermione listened attentively. There were stars in her eyes. She wondered why they didn't have a social science teacher at Hogwarts? All this was so very educational.

Hermione thought was cut short by a booming shout from the entrance. "Jeffrey! You tall honourable bastard!" Her dad groaned in pain at the shout. Hermione was stunned to see a short, stout and wide shoulder man with flaming red ginger beards, horned helmet, full plate armour. The dwarf grin at her dad. His booming voice reverberated the room. "Heard you're bed ridden on me behalf! Didn't think that Aman whelp could hit that hard, but you're only human, which make it all the more impressive! BWAHAHAHA..." Hermione noticed the dwarf only came up to her chin. He really was short, but really, really loud.

Her dad with obvious pain. "Not a problem. Any time."

The dwarf laughed and said. "BWAHAHA. That's the spirit lad! You should have seen what we did to the Aman that slugged ya. Me and four other lads jumped him. We had a great fight that day. Dwarfs were standing at the end of that brawl."

Her dad was still in pain at the volume. "I'm happy for you Bruenor. Really I am..."

Bruenor cut him off. "Anyway. I ain't just here to check up on ya, lad. If you were a dwarf, I would've offer you a place at my side. Instead, as king of the Dwarfs, I'm going to bestow the title of 'Dwarf's friend' on ya, and give you this badge of Moradin, may his blessing be with you always. Show this badge to any Dwarfs and they will shelter and protect ya. Anyway, glad to see you're all right, lad. I better be on me way. A king's duty never ends. Not even after two hundred bloody years. BWAHAHA." King Bruenor exited the room soon after, much to her dad's relief.

Blake raised an eye brow and said. "That's very impressive, Mr Granger. Not everyone can attract a Dwarf king's attention like that. You even got his blessing. Oh by the way, that badge is made off pure platinum. However it's true value is worth a lot more then the metal itself. You got yourself a small fortune there." Hermione's dad was gaping like a goldfish at the lump of solid white gold in his hand.

Tsukiko then came in and said with confusion. "Anyone know why there is a Dwarf in the hotel?"

Hermione said. "It's a long story. I will tell you later."

Tsukiko shrugged her shoulder. "All right. Let me see to your dad's wound. I will have him fixed in a jiffy." Hermione watched Tsukiko took out a diamond and placed it before her dad.

As the white light healed her dad. Hermione felt an intense head ache. A voice filled with pain and sorrow echoed in her mind. 'Stay with me. Please stay with me. I'm going to fix this. I promise I'm going to fix this.' The voice sounded like Tsukiko, when did she say this? Why did she say that? What's going on? Hermione was confused, but she hid it from everyone in the room.

Hermione was brought out of her though when Tsukiko said. "There, all done. Good as new."

Her dad said with a smile. "Thank you. Miss Potter. You won't happen to have anything for hang overs, do you?"

Tsukiko smiled. "I do have something for hang over, but not with me. Oh, everyone need to pack and get ready to leave in three hours. Our ride to Vale will be leaving at eleven in the morning."

Hermione nodded her thanks at Tsukiko and left Lance room. Hermione was once again deep in thought. As she was packing, she wondered what secrets Tsukiko was keeping from her.

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Allemantheia Airport

Hermione along with her parents, Draco and his goons were in awe. They were on a massive magical airship with two pairs of metallic wings. The airship looked modern. At the very least it would not look out of place in the modern world. The airship was held in the air with massive levitation magic and propelled through the air with those metallic wings, the wings flapped like those of swans, slow and elegant, yet powerful.

Draco said in awe. "Miss Schnee. Those ship are truly impressive, but why not travel by apparition or floo? Won't it be faster."

Weiss replied. "Valid question. Mr Malfoy. It would be faster for us to travel by apparition or floo. However most of magical America have wards that bar apparition. Anti-apparition wards and apparition sensor had been setup in all magical community, specially Allemantheia. In fact Allemantheia is one of few city to ban both floo and apparition within their city... oh. The High Elves have their own version of apparition, that they use freely in their city."

Draco said with curiosity. "Why did they ban floo and apparition? It seemed strange."

Weiss smiled. "I see. No one told you what the city does or why it's important. Allemantheia is not only a place of trade or where the continental gate is setup. Remember those massive magic circle you saw above the city."

Draco nodded. "Yes. Are they not part of the architecture?"

Weiss replied. "No. Allemantheia and the High Elves have helped us greatly in the war, with their utilization of 'Reality Isolation Ward'." Weiss could tell Draco and almost everyone else looked confused. She explained. "As you all know, our enemies utilize demons to boost their numbers and destructive potential. Their favourite targets are mundane. They wanted to cause as much damage and draw as much attention from all other magical communities as possible, they planned to pin the blame on us."

Draco said with annoyance. "Surely they don't think that can possibly work! We're not that..." Draco hesitated and changed his tone. "Never mind. Please continue."

Weiss said. "It will be easy to manipulate or eliminate the evidence and it will be their words against ours. Between pure-blood and mix-blood. You should know who the ICW will chose. Anyway, the ward create a separate reality that send all the magical within the ward into a separate temporary reality and keep the mundane in the original reality. This allow our hunters to fight against the demons and their summoner without fear of mundane casualty and the secret of magic being made public."

Draco was impressed, he could not even begin to fathom what feat of magic one would need to craft those wards or even deploy them anywhere in America. Draco said with curiosity. "How do you know where and when demon will be summoned or where they are going to attack?"

Weiss replied. "There is a team of Elven oracles in Allemantheia that can predict an attack, up to ten minutes before they happen. The wards can be deployed 99.9 percent of the time and our hunters can respond to those prediction 90 percent of the time."

Draco said with awe. "With those advantage, they don't stand a chance."

Weiss said with a smile. "No they don't. We are on the verge of winning the war. So much so, even great hunter like myself, Ruby, Blake and Yang can begin the process of seeking a different and normal life, which is a good thing. Ruby have been a huntress since she was twelve. Yang, myself and Blake only became huntress at age fourteen. All of us going into out twenty in a few months, with the exception of Ruby. We want more to life, then endless fighting, and the new generation will know more then just being hunters."

This brought the Granger and Draco into deep contemplation. Draco wondered, if he was born during the wizard war, instead at the end of it. Would he also be fighting? Would he even be fighting for the right side? Draco still had some lingering attachment to pure-blood ideal, it was introduced by the great Salazar Slytherin after all. However this does not mean, he would follow 'He who must not be named'. What Draco came to learn of that dark lord, send shiver down his spin. The man was a mad dog! He would've decimated the British magical population and left them weak and feeble. That he had no doubt.

Draco spend his time on the airship talking to Weiss. Draco learned many things. He learned the advantage and disadvantage of creating a new currency, as well as using an established currency. It seemed the High Elves prefer to use US Dollar, gold and silver. To them, it was far more sensible to use existing currency then create their own. Since it would take too much time, effort and resource to create their own currency. Once again Draco learned, the British magical Ministry were bunch of idiots, it certainly explained why all other European magical use Galleon, instead of making their own currency.

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Vale's Hotel

Hermione and everyone else had settled down at their hotel room in the city of Vale. Hermione was surprised when Draco Malfoy approached her. Draco said to her. "Miss Granger. I have a question. How much did those ten sets of clothing from Allemantheia cost you?" Hermione realized that was a VERY good question. She was so occupied, she never asked.

Hermione replied. "I'm not sure? I better find out."

Hermione gone to Tsukiko and said. "Tsukiko-chan. You got my receipt for those cloths we bought in Allemantheia? I know you paid for them. I will pay you back as soon as I can." Tsukiko handed her the receipt and she almost fainted on the spot when she saw the number.

Hermione with tears in her eyes, began to stutter. "Five... five-thousand six-hundred dollar!? I'm going to be grounded till I'm twenty-one! How can ten sets of clothing cost that much!" Her mum and dad would be so mad at her.

Tsukiko saw how distressed Hermione was. She said to her. "Hermione-chan. Don't worry so much about it. We can work something out. I know! Consider them my Christmas..." Tsukiko's mouth was clamped shut by Rin. She glared at her intensively and told Tsukiko to shut up.

Rin approached a tearful Hermione. Rin said with a smile that was filled with scheme and mischief. "It's all right Hermione. We can work something out. I know, come and work for me. You will only need to participate in some experiment. In five years..." A resounding crack was heard when Tora-Shinai bounced off the top of Rin's head.

Arturia said angrily. "Rin! We talked about child labour! Thou shall not enslave Tsukiko-chan's friend!" While Rin groaned in pain, with a slowly rising bump on her head.

Arturia said to Hermione. "It's all right, Hermione. I will be more then happy to lend thou some money for those cloths, thou can pay me back when thou is a great and successful witch."

Hermione said with grateful tears. "Arturia-sama. Thank you so much!" Hermione was over come with such strong emotion, she uncharacteristically hugged Arturia. It would be much later did Hermione come to realized how close she was to making a deal with the devil.

Much later that day. Rin and Arturia decided to visit the Vale's shopping district. Team RWBY had an emergency call and had to return to Beacon. Lance was in town somewhere. Satsuki was also busy and was called away. Hermione's parents decided to leave her in Tsukiko's capable hands while they mend their relationship, Hermione's dad had a lot to make up for.

Hermione was facing a dilemma. Tsukiko told her, that she, Draco, Crabbe and Goyle planned to sneak out and watch the film 'Garden of Sinners' and it's sequel. Hermione had argued it would not work. They would not let a bunch of twelve and thirteen year old into a film designated for sixteen plus. Tsukiko assured her, she had a plan.

Hermione felt an angry twitch under her left eye, when an adult Tsukiko came out of her room. She wore a red feathered strapless dress, black fur scarf hanged off her shoulder, black high heel boots, she also wore black pearl necklace and black silk gloves. She also have a small amount of red makeup on, along with black and white feathers above her left ear. Hermione had to admit Tsukiko's new transformation was drop dead gorgeous. However what had angered Hermione was Tsukiko chest. They had jumped from B-cup to double D-cup, they were humongous!"

Hermione did a poor job hiding her anger and growled. "Tsukiko-chan. What's going on? How did you do that?"

Tsukiko said nervously. "I just took an age progression pill. I'm currently eighteen years old, give or take a year. With this we will be able to enter the cinema. I got one for everyone. This pill will last twelve hours. Come on Hermione-chan, don't you want to see what you look like when you hit eighteen."

Hermione said begrudgingly. "Fine."

Hermione was then dragged into Tsukiko's room. Before Hermione could protest. Tsukiko said with excitement. "I got just the dress for you! We gotta use that make up! Accessory! Oh oh. Those shoes are going to be perfect!" Hermione felt a sudden sense of deja-vu.

Draco and co put on the black suits that were given to them for this evening. Draco had learned that all of them would be going out to what she called 'movie night'. Draco had read about muggle cinema and night out, he honestly didn't understand it's appeal. It was then, a woman came out of Tsukiko's hotel room. Draco hearts almost leaped into his mouth. An adult woman bearing a striking resemblance to Tsukiko Potter came out, she wore a stunning red dress and her chest... sweet Merlin! They're as big as Yang. NO! They might be even bigger!

Draco then heard an angry growl from a bushy hair woman, she was also very attractive in her white strapless dress, white feather scarf, she wore white gloves and boots, she had a large white flower hair pin above her left ear. She had light cyan makeup on. She's not as attractive as her red dress counterpart, specially not in the chest department. The bushy hair woman said angrily. "I hate you. Tsukiko Potter! Why did you get double D-cup and I... only gone up to B-cup! WHY!?"

Draco's eyes widened in disbelief. That woman in red dress was Tsukiko Potter! How!? Tsukiko said to the bushy hair woman. "Hermione-chan. Calm down. Those pills don't give accurate assessment to how we might grow up. It might not be like it is now."

The bushy hair woman now identified as Hermione Granger said bitterly. "It better not be! Tsukiko. It better not!"

Tsukiko saw them and said with that enchanting smile... Draco soon berated himself for such thought. That woman was the devil itself! Tsukiko threw a pill to each of them and said. "Take those age progression pills. Then we can go. I don't want to be late for the premier. Good thing you three put on those magical suits, they will adjust to you newly changed bodies... Well? What are you waiting for. Hurry up!" All three boys ate their pills.

Vale's cinema

The crowds parted way before the two women walking towards the cinema, many eyes were on the black hair, red dress woman, most of those gaze were filled with awe and desire. Some with envy and hatred. The red dress woman walked with confidence and a sense of noble bearing. The young woman was the very embodiment of perfection, that was blessed in both manner and body.

Much to Hermione annoyance. She noticed all eyes were on Tsukiko and she was enjoying being the centre of attention, not many even bothered to glance her way. She wondered how the crowd would react, if they realized they just ogled and drooled over a twelve year old girl.

Hermione was brought out of her thought when two young man stood before Tsukiko. Both were quite handsome, the one with glasses and slightly red hair said to Tsukiko. "What's a lovely lady like yourself doing here? Without a proper escort."

The other man said to them. "This part of town can be pretty dangerous late at night. We like to accompany you. We know some great place where we all can have a great time."

Tsukiko said with a sweet smile. "Thank you for the offer, but our 'escorts' will be very angry with you, if you take their jobs from them." Tsukiko pointed behind the pair. The two young men turned and came face to face with three men in black suits and sunglasses, two of them stood six foot six inches tall, very well built, both were snarling and cracking their knuckles loudly.

The blond guy in the middle was average height, rather slim, but his words were ice cold. He said to them. "Scram!"

The two men screamed in fear and shouted as they ran. "Oh God! It's the mobs! Run for your lives!"

Draco was silent for a moment, before letting out a sigh. He said to Tsukiko. "Miss Potter. Not that I'm complaining, but do we really have to wear this? It's so... muggle. I mean mundane."

Tsukiko said with a smile. "You guys are doing fine. It really helps that you three scared away those punks, with those suits, you guys really look the part. Well done, Crabbe, Goyle."

Both Crabbe and Goyle said in unison. "Thank you Ma'am!"

Tsukiko smiled back at Hermione. "See, Hermione-chan. Almost perfect and well trained. They make good deterrence." Hermione just grunted in annoyance. Tsukiko said to Crabbe and Goyle. "As a reward, I will get you guys some Popeyes Chicken and plenty of snacks. Now come on. Let's go watch the film." They made their way into the cinema untroubled.

Many hours later. Draco was left speechless, the movie, the cinema, the story 'Garden of Sinner' was magnificent. Draco had never came across a story of such philosophical depth, even the suppose villain was complex and tragic at the same time. His father might not approve, but Draco planned to buy the books as soon as he could.

Crabbe said with awe. "Boss! That movie was great! Can muggle really fight like that?" Draco wasn't sure about that.

Goyle said. "Also, Popeyes Chicken is bloody awesome." Draco wanted to slap Goyle on the back of his head, if he could reach it that is.

Tsukiko said to them. "Well guys. The night ain't over yet. We still have to go clubbing."

Hermione grabbed Tsukiko's hand and said. "Tsukiko-chan, I appreciate that we watch the film and the premier release of the second film, but I have to draw the line. If you're planning on drinking alcohol."

Tsukiko knew Hermione would try and stop her, but she already planned for that."I knew the club that the 'Shiki' actress frequent, you might be able to get an autograph."

Tsukiko knew she had Hermione, when her eyes widened in shock. She just needed a little push. "But you're right! Lets go home. I mean the chance that you will run into them is pretty good, even if you turn down this opportunity. There's always next time..."

Tsukiko was cut off by Hermione dragging her in the direction they were walking. She said. "We might as well get the autograph now instead of later. Come on, let's go already!" Tsukiko smiled triumphantly.

Junior's night club

Hermione knew she had been tricked. Big time! Tsukiko was having the time of her life, she was going wild on the dance floor. While she, Draco, Crabbe and Goyle sipped their drinks and had no idea what to do with themselves. Hermione thought to herself. 'It might not be too late to learn the art of pranking or torture.'

Tsukiko felt exhilarated, she always wanted to know what it was like to dance in the nightclub. The booming music, the multi colour light, the atmosphere of pure excitement. However Tsukiko didn't come to this night club on a whim. Lancer was also here, he was drinking by himself at this moment.

Tsukiko had gone up to the bar tender and said. "Irish cream with two ice cubes and a little umbrella on top please."

The bar tender said to her. "Aren't you a bit young to be drinking?"

Tsukiko smiled and said. "Aren't you a bit old to be called Junior?"

Junior snorted in amusement. "Coming right up." Moments later Junior came back with the Irish cream she ordered. He said to her. "You look very familiar."

Tsukiko said with amusement. "That's an awful pick up line."

Junior waved off her comment and continued. "Na, not that. You won't happen to have a little sister call Taiga, do you?"

Tsukiko became worried, nothing good ever came when someone asked about her pseudo identity. Specially in America. She said as confidently as possible. "No sister, I'm the only child... so what did she do?"

Junior said. "She didn't do a thing except running into my club. It was blondie who trashed it! Neither one are in my good book. However, recently a French girl enquired about a Taiga Tohsaka. Recognised the little brat the moment I saw her picture. The girl is offering big bucks for any info on her whereabouts."

Tsukiko was really sweating now. It seemed like her past had come back to haunt her. She said with a nervous smile. "Well, sorry to hear that. Nothing I can do to help there. Now! If you don't mind, tall, blue and handsome look like he can do with some company."

Tsukiko swiftly moved towards Lancer. She planned her pick up lines, every possible answer and response. If everything gone as planned, she might even end up with a night to remember. She even hid her command crest behind a complex ward.

Tsukiko said to Lancer. "Hello handsome, care for a drink with me?"

Lancer smiled at her and took the drink off her hand. "Since you're offering, why not."

Tsukiko thought that was a bit rude, did Lancer always take drinks off ladies hand like that? He said to her. "So what's your name?"

Tsukiko thought quickly. "Helen. Helen Wood. Please to meet you. Why don't we spend time and get to know each other." She turned to Junior. "Junior. One cup of..."

Lancer interrupted her. "You're ordering milk."

Tsukiko was sweating bullets, she said with as much courage as possible. "Pardon?"

Lancer glared at her. "You're ordering milk. I'm not letting a minor drink alcohol."

Tsukiko said with as much courage as she could gather. "I'm an adult. I can..." She felt her cheeks being pulled painfully by Lancer. She squealed. "Oww! Oww! What're you doing!"

Lancer said angrily. "Did you really think that disguise will work on me? Tsukiko Potter! You inconsiderate little brat!"

Tsukiko squealed, she tried to argue while her cheeks were being pinched. "How did you know!? This disguise is perfect! I even hidden my command crest!"

Lancer said with annoyance. "How did I know? Because this is exactly how I pictured you will grow up to look like!"

Tsukiko's eyes widened in surprise, her cheeks turning bright red, not only from Lancer's pinching. She said meekly. "You really thought I will grow up like this?"

Lancer had stopped pinching her and looked away. She saw a very faint blush on his face. She turned to Junior and said. "Umm. One cup of milk please."

The entire time Tsukiko and Lancer were in an awkward silence. They soon left the club with Draco and his goon, along with a disgruntle Hermione.

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24th December 1992

Vale's hotel

"I'm sorry! I am really, REALLY sorry about this!" It was early morning of Christmas eve. Tsukiko along with almost everyone else were listening to Ruby Rose apologising.

Rin said with annoyance. "Ruby! Listen to me... carefully. Why do we have to move to Beacon? We have perfectly good rooms here and you're not giving us much of a reason."

Ruby scratched the back of her head and said nervously. "I'm sorry Rin. I can't tell you the details, but please believe me when I say it's important. It's really, really, really important! Please!"

Rin really wished she was talking to Weiss or Blake, at least they would have explained the situation better. It also did not help Ruby's case, when she gave her the puppy dog's eyes.

Tsukiko said to Rin. "Rin-oneesan. Maybe we should listen to them for once. It won't hurt to stay at Beacon for the remainder of this holiday. I'm sure it's going to be nice."

Unbeknownst to Rin. Tsukiko was worried a certain French girl have found her. She then added. "I'm sure Beacon have made arrangement for our living quarter and they do have the latest research documents and materials, that we can have a look at."

Tsukiko looked intensively at Ruby. She caught her message and said. "YES! Headmaster Ozpin will give you full access to all our learning materials and researches."

This seemed to have clinched it for Rin. She said hesitantly. "All right. We will go tomorrow morning."

Ruby sighed in relief. "I will get the porters to move everything to Beacon. Thanks again Rin, sorry for the trouble." Ruby then bid them farewell and promised to be there with everyone later tonight.

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It was still early morning when Tsukiko decided to tour the city of Vale, she was in her current twelve year old form. She wore a casual white dress along with several mystic codes woven into the dress itself, one could never be too careful.

That morning Hermione and her parents had gone last minute shopping for Christmas gift for everyone. Rin and Arturia decided to do their own thing as well, with Lancer and Satsuki accompanying them. Draco had decided to visit the library, he said he needed to read up on American history, he also took Crabbe and Goyle with him. Ruby and everyone else were still at Beacon. Or in Ruby's case, she was on her way back to Beacon.

For once Tsukiko was all by herself, it was nice in it's own way. Whether by chance or fate, she came across a lost child. The child was around nine years old, a girl with long black hair tied to one side, she also had long fringe in front of her face. Her facial feature showed that she was of Asian origin. She even wore white Judo Gi robe and dark blue traditional Gi pants. However it was her eyes that had captivated Tsukiko, deep blue eyes that seemed very familiar to her, those very same eyes had caught her interest.

Tsukiko had seen those eyes before, but she could not place when or where she'd seen them. Her Eidetic memories could find anything, but only if it had a firm definition, a solid term or subject matter. However if it's a 'metaphor', an uncertain term. Her Eidetic memories 'search engine' would fail her. It was a strange quirk with her Eidetic memory.

Tsukiko approached the girl and said. "Hey. Are you lost?" She noticed the girl literally have no expression at all, no surprise, wariness, not a hint of emotion.

The girl said with slight annoyance. "Unfortunately I am. I don't know the destination to China town." Tsukiko was a little relief when she detected that hint of annoyance, such cold mask had no place on a young girl's face.

Tsukiko noticed the girl held a map and said to her. "May I see the map, I might be able to help." The girl nodded and gave her the map. She had to stifle a laughter when she figured out why the girl got lost. The girl's eyes narrowed when she noticed her mirth. Tsukiko said with an amused smile. "Well for starter, you were holding the map upside down, China town is quite far away from your current location."

The girl blushed red at her blunder, more emotion seeped into her voice. "Thank you for your help. For such an inferior being, you are most helpful."

Tsukiko was a bit concerned and annoyed when this girl called her an inferior being. She was concerned that such a young child would have this sort of outlook, also annoyed at being called inferior. She said. "You're welcome, but why did you call me inferior? Who taught you that?"

The girl once again reverted to her emotionless mask. "My Sensei only chose the best of the best to be her disciple. I was chosen for my IQ of two hundred."

Tsukiko was honestly surprised. She said curiously. "So what is 14569 x 69852 equal to?"

The girl answered automatically. "1017673788"

Tsukiko then said. "What's 658249 divided by 54879?"

The girl replied. "11.99455165... Hmph. Boring, what's the point of those question? I can't understand why everyone wants me to do that sort of things."

Tsukiko smiled. "You know. That's pretty awesome..."

The girl cut her off. "It's weird if you can't do something that easy. I'm not a genius. It's just that everyone is inferior to me."

Tsukiko was actually getting worried about this girl. Tsukiko then saw a book store, an idea formed in her head. She said. "Book. Digging up Bones by DR Brothwell. Page 84 paragraph one. There are a number of practical and theoretical..." Tsukiko continued the paragraph word for word. "Book. Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques by Steve Nison. Page 66. The Evening star..."

The girl glared at her. "What are you doing? Why..."

Tsukiko cut her off. "I can remember every book I read word for word. I can recall them any time I want in my mind. Don't believe me? The book store there will prove me right." She looked the girl in the eyes. "We are all special in one way or another, even though I have Eidetic memory and perfect recall. I don't consider anyone inferior to me. Be they friends or enemies."

The girl's eyes seemed to lit up in approval and she responded neutrally. "You're weird. I don't understand you."

Tsukiko chuckled. "I get that a lot. I'm Tsukiko Potter by the way. What's your name?"

The girl said. "Chikage Kushinada." Chikage then turned and walked away. She said. "I need to get back. I doubt we will meet again. Tsukiko."

Tsukiko quickly followed after Chikage and said. "Well. It's best I escort you back to china town, can't really..."

Chikage cut her off. "I don't need your help, I can go back on my own."

Tsukiko replied. "Well, that would've been more convincing, if you're going the right way." She smirked when Chikage froze up.

Chikage blushed and glared at her. Chikage hesitated and took great effort on her part. She said to Tsukiko. "Which way?"

Tsukiko smiled mischievously. "Call me oneesan. I always wanted a little sister." She was having a blast, this girl was really fun to tease. She would have shown her the way and help her regardless. Tsukiko really hope she had not upset the girl too much.

Chikage could feel a wave of annoyance and anger. She almost took out her talisman and requested permission to kill this girl. She 'almost' did. However she changed her mind upon quick reflection. She said. "You really are weird, Tsukiko-oneesan. Will you please show me the way back to China town."

Tsukiko almost squealed at the adorable sight. "Of course! Chikage-chan. Follow me."

Tsukiko and Chikage walked side by side through the city, they were quite most of the time. She came to realized that Chikage was not normal, there was an edge to the young girl's walk and her belief was strengthened when she felt a spike of killing intent from the girl. However she knew next to nothing about Chikage and knew she shouldn't stick her nose were it didn't belong, also she could not take the moral high ground.

It was during her musing, she noticed Chikage had stopped suddenly, the young girl's eyes were sparkling, her usual cold expression gave way to pure wonder and joy. During that instant, Chikage acted like a child should. She was looking at various cakes and sweets in the shop window.

Tsukiko looked around and found what she was looking for. Green Drop Patissiere. She said to Chikage in a teasing tone. "Chikage-chan. Do you like sweets and cakes?"

Chikage looked as if she was caught stealing cookies, she froze up and seemed to be warring an inner battle of a sort. Before she put on that emotionless mask. She said neutrally. "No. Sensei said sweets and cakes are bad for you. I should get back to Sensei as soon as I can." Tsukiko noticed what Chikage said and what she did were two different thing. She was walking stiffly, as if her body was resisting what her mind was telling it to do.

Tsukiko decided to push her buttons. "The Green Drop Patissere is the best sweet and cake shop in all of Vale. The divine creation made by master pastry chef Kazahaya Kudou and Rikuou Himura, said to look heavenly and taste beyond any earthly description. Cake and pastries of every fruits imaginable, sponge cake of extraordinary quality, chocolate that would melt in your mouth." She knew she was laying it on a bit thick, as Chikage was visibly resisting her every words.

Chikage said with every ounce of her strength. "I... will... resist!"

Tsukiko had to resist her laughter with every fibre of her being. They were sitting in the Green Drop Patissere. Tsukiko had come to called the current wonder struck girl, 'child mode' Chikage. She was looking at the multitude of sweets and cakes laid out before her. Chikage's eyes filled with stars at the wonders before her eyes. Even Tsukiko had to admit, those sweets and cakes might be close to Shirou's level of cooking.

A dark aura surrounded Chikage as she stabbed her fork into one of the cake. She muttered. "I won't be spoiled..." There was a dramatic pause. The dark aura dissipated. She continued. "Starting tomorrow." Chikage ate the piece of cake and her eyes and face lit up, expression of sheer bliss and joy on her face.

Tsukiko ate along with Chikage, as she enjoy every moment of 'child mode' Chikage. Every bite seemed to make her the child she was suppose to be. Chikage looked at the menu, then she looked at her with that wonder struck expression. Chikage said meekly. "Tsukiko-oneesan, can I have this one?" Chikage pointed at a bright green coloured cream cake.

Tsukiko said with a smile. "Sure. Let's get that one as well."

They ate many cakes and sweets at the shop, it was worth every dollar and every moment. Chikage was a lot more lively and less cold during their trips towards China town. Tsukiko soon bid farewell to Chikage and left her with her contact details, if she ever wanted to go and have sweets and cakes again.

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After her meeting with Chikage. Tsukiko's mood was over the moon, she was looking forward to the exchange of gifts at midnight. Everyone have decided to do the exchange early, since they would be leaving the hotel early next morning. After the exchange of gifts, everyone would celebrate by drinking and eating to their hearts content.

Tsukiko didn't have to wait long, as the clock struck midnight. Tsukiko along with everyone shouted. "Merry Christmas!" Poppers fired all over the room, cheers could be heard. Everyone had gathered around the Christmas tree, various gifts were exchanged between all of them. There were cloths, socks, scarf, perfumes, cleaning products, books, even chocolate and sweets. They were not the most expensive gifts, they were gestures of friendship, bond between old friends, families and lovers, also newly found friends.

Tsukiko was surprised to receive gift from Luna and it seemed Luna had also sent gifts to Rin, Arturia and Hermione. Tsukiko was a bit confused when she opened her gift box, she received a mystic ring that removed her scent, it was a rather unusual gift that she intended to examine.

Rin was equally puzzled when she received bottle cap necklace from the strange girl. Hermione tried not to turn up her nose at the latest edition of Quibbler. However it was Arturia who was the most happiest with her gift from Luna, she got a lion onesie from the girl, that could actually roar. Arturia was completely star struck by the unexpected gift.

Tsukiko decided to bring out her gift for everyone, something she purposely hidden away until now. She handed everyone in the room a palm size gift box, even Hermione's parents received one each. Everyone opened her gifts.

Hermione was puzzled by Tsukiko gift. It's silver, flat, rectangular with a line down the middle on the long side, a yellow diamond shape topaz at the very centre of this device. Tsukiko said to them. "What everyone holding in their hands is a device I have created, I call it 'Scroll'. It's a collapsible holographic tablet that can be use as a phone, camera, video camera and so on."

Tsukiko demonstrated by pulling her scroll apart, the line in the middle opened up and a 'holographic' display could be seen. She pointed the device at Hermione and said. "Say cheese, Hermione-chan." Hermione was startled by a flash of light and before she knew what was going on, her 'Scroll' chimed like a phone.

Hermione opened her Scroll and was surprised to receive a picture of herself, she was startled and caught completely by surprise, by the picture that was taken a moment ago. Hermione said with shock. "How!?"

Tsukiko smirked. "That's a secret." Hermione groaned. She continued. "Anyway, with this you can send video, photo, letter message or even just talk to each other through the device. Also the device is completely made from magic, so it won't blow up in Rin's hand, unlike my computer."

Lance added. "Or my electric fishing reel."

Satsuki also added. "My VHS player."

Rin bristled. "Enough! I already apologise for those!" It was then everyone heard a ringtone from Blake's Scroll.

Blake opened her Scroll and what she saw set her eye brow twitching in anger. Ruby leaned over and read the message on her phone with Blake's picture as the background. "You have 'Cat' to be 'Kitten' me right now." A deathly silence followed after Ruby read out the message. Ruby turned to Yang and said. "Yang. That pun was horrible!"

Ruby watched as Yang furiously typed away at her Scroll and soon Ruby heard her Scroll chimed. She opened her Scroll and read the message. Ruby then picked up the nearest plate and threw it at Yang. She ducked and the plate smashed against the wall. Ruby shouted angrily. "Yang! That is vile!"

Lance snatched Ruby's Scroll and read the message out loud. "Little red riding hood is skipping down the road when she sees the Big Bad Wolf crouched down behind a tree log. 'My what big eyes you have Mr Wolf.' say little red riding hood. The wolf jumps up and runs away."

"Further down the road, little red riding hood sees the wolf again. This time he is crouched behind a tree stump. 'My what big ears you have Mr Wolf.' say the little red riding hood. Again the wolf jumps up and run away."

"About two miles down the road, little red riding hood sees the wolf again, This time crouched down behind a road sign. 'My what big teeth you have Mr Wolf.' Taunts the little red riding hood."

"With that the Big Bad Wolf jumps up and screams... 'Will you friggin leave me alone!? I'm trying to take a shit!'" After a moment silence, Lance laughed along with Tsukiko and several others in the room. Ruby turned bright red and threw more plates at Yang. Yang laughed and dodged Ruby's attack.

Tsukiko said with mirth. "Well, at least Yang's joke is better then her pun." Everything soon died down as everyone go about their activities. Many ate, some chat, other played with their Scrolls.

Tsukiko was a bit thirsty and headed towards the kitchen. Yang said to her. "I will give you a hand with the snacks and refreshment, mind if I tag along?" Tsukiko was suspicious of a helpful Yang, but had no good reason to refuse her help. She accepted her offer reluctantly.

While Tsukiko was getting drinks from the fridge. Yang poured liberal amount of 'Spirytus Polish Vodka 192 Proof' into Tsukiko's orange juice. Yang watched as Tsukiko drank her orange juice. Yang was amazed at how Tsukiko never noticed the Vodka in her drink, or she was still standing after that amount of alcohol.

Yang watched as Tsukiko's face turned bright red and became inebriated. She followed Tsukiko, as she goes to her room and had completely forgotten the snacks and drinks, Tsukiko even forgotten her presence. Yang smiled as Tsukiko took out a VERY interesting outfit and began to change into it. Yang had to hold back her laughter, her plan was coming together more then nicely and she planned to watch the fire work go off.

Meanwhile Draco was enjoying the party, he had been on many formal parties, his father always held balls, parties, meeting and small get together with all the noble families of British magical. This was his first informal party, a party where everyone were just having fun.

He considered today to be a VERY good day, he had a run in with Miss Yumizuka after his library visit. He had accompanied her, they talk, they shopped and he really had a good time. Miss Yumizuka radiance and beauty dazzled his every step.

Draco was brought out of his thought by a strange sight. Tsukiko Potter was smiling ear to ear, her face was bright red and she seemed a bit unsteady on her feet.

Tsukiko giggled and said to Lance Bazett. "Lancer-oniisan. I got an extra special present for you." It was then Draco realized Tsukiko had covered herself with a bed sheet. Before he knew what was happening.

Tsukiko threw the bed sheet away, this caused Draco to spit out his drink through his mouth and nose. Tsukiko Potter wore an Elin outfit, her legs and naval completely exposed. Thank Merlin she had panties on or this would've been very awkward. Tsukiko continued. "Your special present is me! Come and get..." A loud 'CRACK' was heard, as a wooden sword was thrown and hit Tsukiko square on the forehead point first, it had knocked her out.

Lancer said angrily. "For the love of Root! What do you think you're doing! You crazy..." Lancer could not believed the silly little brat would pull this stunt on him. Everyone else were concerned about her, wondering if she was all right. Lancer was about to slap Tsukiko awake in sheer annoyance, when he noticed a strong smell of alcohol on her.

Rin had gone next to Lancer and said. "Hey, is she all right?"

Lancer sighed. "Someone left out alcohol again, she is completely hammered."

Ruby said to them. "Then it's best Tsukiko-chan sleep this off, I will take her to her room."

Lancer winced at the oncoming headache, only Tsukiko could successfully give a Heroic spirit a headache. He replied. "Thanks, take care of her, will you."

Just as Ruby took Tsukiko away. Yang sat next to Lancer and said. "You know, before the night ends. How about you and I have some fun."

Lancer sighed. "Look, after that little display. I'm going to call it a night. Beside I'm certain you don't want another hair cut."

Yang's eyes flashed red in anger at that particular incident, but soon got her temper under control. She said quickly. "No. No. Not that! I mean a drinking contest. I got my pride you know, and being beaten every time we drink, left a bitter taste... but this time, I'm going to win for sure."

Lancer said in amusement. "You? Beat me in drinking! You'll never beat me even if you have a hundred years!"

Yang smiled darkly. "Prove it... or are you chicken."

Lancer said smugly. "You're on!" Yang slammed a bottle of Spirytus Polish Vodka 192 proof on to the table. Lance praised her. "The good stuff. You're still going to lose, but cheers anyway." Lancer knocked back the first shot.

Ten minutes later. Lancer laid unconscious on the table, while Yang was only slightly inebriated. Rin could not believe her eyes, she stuttered. "H...How!?" This should be impossible. Lancer was a heroic spirit, an IRISH heroic spirit that loves drinking and he got drank under the table by a bimbo within ten minute! It made no sense!

Rin answer came when Yang ripped the label off the bottle, the hidden label was named 'Flaming Diablo. Ultra proof Moonshine.' Yang smirked. "I cheated. This stuff can blind a giant with one shot, I'm surprised he could still see after five shots, let alone go down at ten."

Rin was puzzled. "And how are you not effected?"

Yang pulled out the real vodka from her inside pocket. She said smugly. "Slight of hands, a little distraction here and there. He never noticed, and it also helped he took the first shot." Rin face palmed, Lancer was going to feel this one in the following morning.

Rin said with annoyance. "Well, I'm going to sleep. Come along Arturia..." Rin felt an angry twitch when she saw Arturia in her lion onesie.

Rin said to her. "No. Just no! You're not wearing that to sleep." When compared to all the 'other' night gowns, that onesie would kill the mood big time. Arturia made no move to undress and pouted at her, Rin knew this was going to be a long night for her, as she once again needed to explain fashion sense to Arturia.

After everyone had retired for the night. Yang had a shark like smile as she carried Lance into his room, her smile only widened even more as she striped Lance down to his boxer. She was having an eye full of a prime example of a superb specimen of the man.

Ruby said to her. "Yang... I'm not sure this is a good idea."

Yang smiled and said in a hush tone. "Oh come on sis. This is the perfect gift, we will be fine." Ruby gave Yang a dubious look as she place an unconscious Tsukiko in only her panties next to Lance.

As Yang and Ruby arranged Lance and Tsukiko sleeping position, Weiss walked in and saw what the sisters were doing, she had deduced the entirety of their plan. Weiss said to them. "Yang, Ruby. You know you're going to hell for this right?"

Yang replied. "Oh come on, snow angel. This is the perfect gift for the both of them."

Weiss sighed. "I want nothing to do with this. If something goes wrong, I will contact your next of kin. Good night." Weiss left them to their own device.

Yang smiled at her master piece. Lance embracing Tsukiko, her head resting on his chest, it was so wrong, yet so innocent. It had almost brought tears to Yang's eyes, then she took out two cameras and gave one to Ruby. Yang said to her. "Ruby, sis. Keep taking those picture until you run out of films, I will take the magical version, while you take the mundane version. It would've been even better if they're completely nude..."

Ruby said heatedly. "No Yang, absolutely not! That's going too far. We talked about this, I rather not have a criminal record and you don't need to add any more onto your rap sheet." They took all the picture they could and left the room soon afterwards.

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After they left Lance and Tsukiko by themselves, Ruby joined Yang in the dark room. Yang wanted to develop the film as soon as possible, Ruby originally had doubt about this plan and her sister's idea of a gift. However after she saw the result of their labour, she couldn't help but squeal at the adorable moving pictures... in colour. They both knew Tsukiko would be ecstatic with this gift. Tsukiko's crush on Lance was no secret to them and they were happy to help.

Yang cooed. "Look at this one! See how Tsukiko curled up against Lance, it's so adorable!"

Ruby squealed. "Check this one out! Look how gently Lance held Tsukiko with a smile on his face, oh God! This is killing me!"

A third voice said to them. "That can be arranged."

Ruby and Yang froze up, they recognised that voice, it belong to Lance Bazett! Ruby was about to run for her life, when she discovered she could not move a muscle. She had been frozen with a spell! Ruby could see cold sweats on Yang's face, she was in the same situation as her.

Before they could say anything. Lance said to them. "Imagine my shock when I woke up with a naked Tsukiko next to me, can either of you even imagine what would've happen, if Tsukiko woke up before me. I will tell you what would've happen. Tsukiko's step mother would've found out and I will be fighting and running for my life. You two have no idea how scary Arcueid Brunestud is."

Yang said with fear. "We're sorry. Please forgive us!"

Ruby said quickly. "It was all Yang's idea!"

Lance said with a dark chuckle. "You two have made your bed and now you will have to sleep in it. I'm going to punish the two of you like I did with Tsukiko when she was eight years old. You two knew what she did in France, what neither of you know is, how I punished her. Let this be a lesson to the both of you."

Yang and Ruby screamed as their punishment were metered out. Their screams went unheard within the bounded field that Lancer had setup.

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25th of December Christmas day

Vale's Hotel

Rin smiled as she gaze upon Arturia's sleeping face. It was early morning, she was still tired from last night's party, but this could be easily fixed with coffee. Arturia soon stirred from her sleep with a smile. Arturia said to her. "Morning Rin."

Rin treasured moments like this, Arturia had her true expression on, none of those noble facade, ridged code of conduct, it was truly adorable. Rin smiled. "Morning Arturia." Rin then cuddled up to Arturia for warmth and comfort.

Arturia smiled. "Rin. We should get mov..."

Rin tightened her embrace and said. "Just five more minute, just a little longer. I really wish Shirou is here with us." Rin missed Shirou, she missed him dearly, more then just a second body to cling onto or his wonderful cooking.

Arturia said to her. "I miss him too. I'm sure Tsukiko-chan will find a way. Nicolas-San is looking for a way even now, thou should know Tsukiko-chan will try her hardest for us, for everyone."

Rin sighed. "Yes, I know. Tsukiko-chan is such a romantic when it comes to us and Shirou, she really love fairy tale ending." This brought up memories when Tsukiko was seven years old, not long after they found her.

(Flash back)

Rin along with Arturia rushed to the centre of Unlimited Blade Work. They knew something was wrong when Shirou called them for help. However Rin felt nothing but rage and anger when she thought about Shirou. They're not on the best of term after their first meeting and she had been avoiding him as much as possible.

Rin found a distraught and crying Tsukiko before Shirou's statue, one that represented his total sum of memories. Shirou was trying to comfort Tsukiko in his ham fisted way. She was able to deduce what had happened. Tsukiko must had seen Shirou's memories, she must had seen the entirety and all the horror Shirou had seen, but she had to ask, to make certain. She growled. "Shirou. What happened?"

Shirou said to them. "Tsukiko touched my statue. I don't know..."

Rin snarled. "Of course you don't! You don't know anything! Isn't it your responsibility to make sure something like this does NOT happen!"

Shirou said with exasperation. "Rin. I..."

Rin only saw red. She could only see Shirou making excuses. "Then again, it's not like you cared about anyone else, except what you want!"

Arturia placed her hand on her shoulder. She said with concern. "Rin. Calm..."

She cut Arturia off. "No! I will not stay calm! Not after what he put us through for the past two years!" Rin pointed at Shirou. "Look at him, he doesn't care! He will always chase after his ideal, if it allow him to save hundreds by sacrificing us, he will..."

A sorrow filled scream interrupted her. "Nooo! That's not true!" Rin was stunned to find Tsukiko was the one that was shouting at her. Before Rin could say anything else. Tsukiko interrupted once more. "Shirou-oniisan will never let anyone precious to him die! No matter what, Shirou-oniisan will never let you or Arturia die just to save more people!"

As Tsukiko shouted the last part of that sentence. A wave of distortion radiated outwards from Tsukiko and onto the entire Unlimited Blade Work. Rin felt a blast of emotion within those wave. Tsukiko genuinely believed in what she said.

Rin was still angry, but she wanted to set this right with Tsukiko. She glared at Shirou and said. "Tell her Shirou. Tell Tsukiko it's more important to save as many as possible, even if you have to sacrifice a few, even if you have to sacrifice us. Tell her."

Rin already knew Shirou's ideal and mindset, nothing would change him, she knew that to be an unchangeable fact when he got himself killed without a second though.

Thus Rin was caught completely by surprise when Shirou said. "I don't know? I... don't know?"

Rin became worried. "Shirou, what are you talking about? What do you mean you don't know."

It was then Rin saw confusion in Shirou's eyes. He said to her. "It's not acceptable, I can't do it. I can't lose either you or Arturia, I just can't."

While Tsukiko continued to cry, Rin had gone up to Shirou, she reached up and held Shirou's face in her hand and looked him in the eyes. She said to him gently. "Shirou. What about you ideal, your wish to save everyone, your wish to be a hero."

Shirou said to her with an undertone of sadness. "Not at the cost of losing either you or Arturia... it's too much, losing either of you is too much."

Rin felt like she was about to cry, when she saw a single tear in Shirou's eyes. Rin was worried, very worried. Something had changed drastically and Tsukiko might be the cause of that change. However she wanted to be selfish for now, she wanted a Shirou that actually cared about her, more then his ideal.

(Flash back)

To this day, Rin was uncertain as to what had caused the change in Shirou, the unknown wave of energy from Tsukiko was an obvious factor. Her best speculation was, interaction between Tsukiko's psyche and Shirou's Unlimited Blade Work had caused some form of mental contamination between the two.

Tsukiko obvious affection for family, her love for them had somehow made it's way into Shirou's hearts. Rin wasn't sure, for many years after that incident. Rin had watched Tsukiko closely, to ensure that no elements of Shirou's distortion found their way into the young girl's mind, and so far it had seemed that she suffered no ill effect.

Rin said to Arturia. "You know, after that day, when we made peace with Shirou. I don't know what to make of Tsukiko-chan. A large part of me want to kiss her for making Shirou a little better and made him appreciate those closes to him, even if he cares little for his own life. It was a big improvement for him to place us above his ideal."

Arturia said to her with a smile. "Yes I remembered that day. Tsukiko-chan really is a miracle worker, she did the impossible."

Rin then smiled sadly. "A small part of me wanted to slap her..."Arturia looked at her with concern. She continued. "Because Tsukiko changed Shirou in a way, that he really should have change all by himself. Tsukiko did this for him, it feels unreal, fake, almost like cheating. Is Shirou's affection for us his own, or something Tsukiko created by placing a part of herself into him."

Arturia said with concern. "Rin. Shirou always loved us, before Tsukiko and most certainly after the event of that day. The only thing that changed is, Shirou love us more then his ideals now. He is still a suicidal moronic hero wannabe."

Rin burst out laughing and said. "Seem like either Yang or Ruby is starting to rub off on you, for you to say that!" After a short bout of laughter. Rin said. "You're right Arturia, but if Tsukiko-chan start acting like Shirou. I'm going to beat him black and blue."

Arturia smiled. "Thou have no fear. I will join thou on that quest and it will be more then likely, Arcueid-san and Sacchin will join us as well." Both girls laughed at the expense of a certain tan skinned, white hair man.

Unbeknownst to Rin and Arturia. Tsukiko was listening in on their conversation. She had originally came to wake Rin and Arturia up, but changed her mind when she heard their conversation. She remembered that day clearly.

(Flash back)

A seven year old Tsukiko hid and ducked behind each swords, as she sneaked her way towards the centre of Unlimited Blade Work. Tsukiko knew she would get into a lot of trouble for what she was about to do. However she was curious, she wanted to know why Rin was so angry at 'Bad man' Shirou. Soon she reached the statues and placed her hand onto the one that looked like Shirou.

What she saw was hell, fire was everywhere and it was not normal fire, it felt corrupted, tainted and dirty. Screams of unimaginable pain filled the air, pleas for help, for salvation, for the end of pain and for death. Tsukiko was terrified, she never seen anything like this before.

Then she saw a lone red hair boy, he walked through that burning hell, she knew instantly that was Shirou. Tiny whispers filled her mind, tiny little voices, it was then she realized she could read his thoughts, she understood what was happening. With every step Shirou took, she could feel something break from him, forever lost. With every step the boy before her became more and more hollow, more and more empty, until there was nothing left to give. The boy collapsed and Tsukiko cried.

Tsukiko knew this was only a memory of the past, she kneeled beside Shirou as he laid on the ground. He had became a hollow shell of his former self, she had no idea how long she stayed there. Tsukiko looked up when she saw a man with messy black hair approached them, a memory came to her, a name filled with emotion. Kiritsugu Emiya. She watched as Kiritsugu placed Avalon within Shirou. He said to Shirou. "Thank you. Thank you for being alive." Tsukiko could see joy in his eyes. It was a heart warming scene, yet so terribly sad.

Tsukiko had originally thought Shirou was completely devoid of any emotion or anything that could be called humanity within him. She thought the cursed fire had burned him hollow, but she could feel a 'spark', she realized not everything was burned away. When Shirou wondered why Kiritsugu was so happy, that little 'spark' shined just a little. Shirou might not have noticed this. However Tsukiko did and wondered what it meant.

As Kiritsugu carried Shirou away. Tsukiko looked around and saw someone in the distant. Whomever it was, was smoking a cigarette. Tsukiko was unable to make out anything else due to poor visibility and soon the scene changed.

Tsukiko watched Shirou's life unfold before her and found herself crying once more as Shirou watched Kiritsugu pass away before his eyes. Tsukiko once again felt that 'spark' within Shirou tremble as he cried, as he promised his father, that he would someday become a hero.

Tsukiko watched the memories unfold, his normal day to day life, the people he was with. Tsukiko laughed at Taiga's antic and felt joy at sharing the same name as her, even if it was for a short time. As the holy grail war unfolded, she watched with rap attention. She had taken everything in, she really had no idea what to make of the entire event, even after the war.

After she saw everything, Tsukiko found herself within Unlimited Blade Work. She understood what kind of person Shirou was. He wasn't a bad person, he's misunderstood, but not bad or malicious. Tsukiko couldn't help but cry when she saw Shirou.

Sometime later, Rin and Arturia arrived. Rin shouted angrily at Shirou, accusing him of not caring, said that he would place his idea above them.

Tsukiko knew that was not true. During Shirou's memories of the holy grail war, she witnessed a beautiful moment between Shirou and Rin. When Rin transferred her magic crest onto Shirou, when Rin shared her memories and their very souls interacted. It was at that shared moment, Tsukiko realized how much Rin loved Shirou, she also knew without a doubt that Shirou loved Rin, even if he was too dense to notice. The 'spark' she felt flared up within Shirou.

Tsukiko hated this, she hate how Rin was acting right now. How Shirou had resigned to everything. If she could somehow bring that 'spark' within Shirou out a bit more, maybe it would fix everything.

As Rin continue to shout at Shirou, Tsukiko became more and more upset, and she wished with all her hearts and soul that Shirou would notice his 'spark', notice his love for Rin and Arturia. She wished it with all her being and felt something within her soul moved for only a moment. She felt the power that was the embodiment of her wish became reality, as it blast outwards. Everything became hazy as fatigue hit her, she only calmed down after a good night sleep next to Arcueid.

(Flash back)

Tsukiko also remembered that mama Arcueid crucified both Rin and Shirou after she woke up. She had many years to reflect and contemplate on what had happened. She never told anyone of her suspicion, not to Rin, Arcueid or even Sacchin. She suspected her second 'origin' might had played a part in Shirou's change, even if it only activated for a moment.

Tsukiko was uncertain if it had been right to wish for such change on Shirou, she knew what she wished for was nothing more then bring what was deep within Shirou out into his conscious mind frame, instead of buried deep under his psyche. However, even she knew what she had done was morally ambiguous.

Tsukiko decided to give Rin and Arturia ten more minutes, before coming back and remind them of their breakfast.

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Chinese Temple

It was early morning, Chikage stood before a number of katana blades swinging upside down from the roof. The temple was dark, she could not see clearly and that was the idea of this training. She moved suddenly, dodging blades she could hardly see, deflecting those she could not dodge. She used all five of her senses and her mystical sixth sense for this dangerous training. Chikage emerged from the other side with a single cut to her sleeve.

A mature feminine voice said to her. "What is bother you? My disciple, your hearts are wavering."

Chikage said. "I met a strange girl yesterday. She confuse me greatly. I don't understand those lower beings."

Her Sensei replied. "Quite your hearts, mute your emotion. The Kushinada style require hearts of ice in order to master, the hearts of a killer."

Chikage nodded and said. "I understand, Sensei."

Her Sensei continued. "This assignment will be your first kill. You must be ready when the time comes, my disciple. If you meet that girl, whom had clouded your hearts and mind again... kill her. You walk the path of Yami, the path of Satsujinken. It is your destiny to show everyone that the Kushinada style is the ultimate martial art style."

Chikage said with determination in her eyes. "Yes Sensei." Chikage resolved to kill that strange girl Tsukiko Potter and anyone else that stood in her way.

A/N: And that is that, for the first half of this long chapter. I get a feeling, some might get annoyed at how I changed Shirou and the hows. Suffice to say, revealing that particular mysteries will give away the main plot. There is also a sub plot on Shirou. I left a clue in this chapter, which will become more obvious in year 3. Now I give you another Omake.

Where have the minions gone?

As the black void swallow the three green goblin like creature and their weird plant. The goblins wailed and cried as they were ripped away from their beloved creator and Overlady. Well, they did for a whole ten seconds, before focusing on their current dilemma. They pondered for what seemed like an eternity, an eternal one minute that they came up with the name 'eternity'.

The void soon gave way to light and the three goblins and one plant found themselves in a land of wonder. Riches beyond imagination, so much shinies as far as the eyes could see, so much magic and food thingies too.

The smartest of the three shouted. "Quaver! Mortis! Start throwing food into the tree of life! We need more minions to carry all this back to our beloved Overlady. What magnificent and evil lady she is! Already have a massive job for us, truly diabolical!"

The three work and toiled as their number grew for every food they threw into the tree of life. Soon there were browns, greens, reds and even blues! Their number exploded in a short time, as they explore this land of infinite treasure and loots for their one God and Overlady, yearning for the day they would return to her.

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Gilgamesh knew he had already won this fight against the Berserker Heracles, as he summoned Enkidu, the Chains of Heaven to bind the mad servant. The mad servant thrashed and howled madly at him, he knew it was on it's last life and he would soon lose to the king of heroes, they both knew that. Gilgamesh smiled sadistically as he reached for Enkidu, intending to pull the mad servant on to his knee.

As he closed his hand on the Chains of Heaven, for some unknown reason, a shiver of pure disgust ran through his whole being, a slimy sensation covered the hand he used to grasp Enkidu. Gilgamesh looked at his hand and found it covered in a green viscous slime, the same slime also covered Enkidu. A shuffle got his attention and he looked to his side and found a green goblin creature with glowing yellow eyes staring back at him, the creature was in the process of pulling it's pants up.

Gilgamesh's face turned white, then blue, then green as he realized what the green slime was. The goblin thing smiled and said. "Oppsie, you handsy is cover in my po..." That was as far as the creature got as the space it had occupied previously instantly filled with numerous swords.

Illyasviel Von Einzbern never seen so many swords crammed into one small area. The green goblin thing never stood a chance. If it wasn't for the dire situation she was in right now, she might have even laughed.

The king of hero furiously wiped his hand with a cloth while ranting like a mad man. He snarled at her. "This is the end! Meat doll! I know not how you did it! But to sully a king is DEATH!"

Gilgamesh opened the Gate of Babylon, intending to end this fight once and for all, lesser grail be damned! However instead of swords flying out of the gate, numerous green, red, brown, blue and miscellaneous colour goblins, along with some items flew out instead. Most noticeable was a massive green plant.

Gilgamesh wore a expression of pure shock, he could not believe his eyes. What the hell was happening to his Gate of Babylon!? What were those putrid trash, not even deserving of the title of 'Mongrels'.

As Gilgamesh agonised and screamed at the Gods for this grand and horrible joke. Heracles freed himself from Enkidu's bind while Gilgamesh was distracted. Heracles stood behind a distracted Gilgamesh and tapped his shoulder. Gilgamesh turned and saw a look of pity on Berserker's face, before being kicked out of the Einzbern mansion, Berserker style.

Illyasviel was brought out of her stupor when a grey goblin said to her. "Ummm. You're a little short to be an Overlady, but I feel the making of true evil within you."

Illyasviel said with concern. "Who are you or better yet. What are you? And what do you mean Overlady?"

The grey goblin said with a toothy smile. "The name is Gnarl and we are the Minions. Our story is a long one, we were created by the first Overlady and send on a grand quest many eons ago. We eventually came to realize our evil purpose and now we are looking for a new master, at least until we find our first Overlady. Thus we chose you, your magnificent."

Illyasviel was uncertain about any of this, but they did save her in a round about way against Gilgamesh. She said. "Well can't turn down good help, for however long that is."

Gnarl said. "Yes, I can see the problem. Overlady, you are dying." Gnarl turned and shouted. "Mortis! Get over here!" A blue goblin with a scythe came over.

Mortis said to them. "How may I serve?"

Gnarl said. "You still got that golden sheep skin, use it on our new Overlady, so she can rule long and mercilessly."

Illyasviel was shocked by the item before her, it was the fable Golden Fleece with the power to heal any ailment. Mortis threw the fleece over her head and covered her, she could feel her pain going away completely and the damage done to her by the Einzbern completely healed. She was going to live for a lot longer then a year, much, much longer.

A shout and scuffle soon broke out as a group of minions dragged a blue hair boy before her. Illyasviel knew the boy, he came with Gilgamesh. She said with disdain. "Shinji Matou, what ever are we going to do with you?"

Shinji shouted. "You won't get away with this! My servant will be back to deal with you! He will..." The nearest minion gagged him with his loin cloth.

Gnarl said to Illyasviel. "What should we do with him? My magnificent."

Illyasviel said. "Just kill him and be done with it. Berserker..."

Gnarl said quickly. "Wait a moment my lady. I have a better idea." Gnarl snapped his fingers and said to a group of the minions. "Feed him to the tree."

Shinji squirm and struggle as he was manhandled toward the massive plant. Illyasviel said with curiosity. "What does the plant do? And you can feed a person to it?"

Gnarl said. "The tree of life was the creation of the first Overlady. It turns any organic matter into minions, better the quality, better and more numerous the minion, mostly numerous. Quality tend to be roll of the dice. We might get some browns from that humie."

Shinji muffled screamed could be heard as the plant devoured him head first, soon his whole body was consumed by the tree of life and several browns was spat out right after.

Another shout from the minions got Illyasviel's attention as Rin Tohsaka and Shirou Emiya were being pushed towards her. Gnarl said to her. "More humies! Excellent! Feed..."

Illyasviel cut Gnarl off. "No. I want my brother alive. I like to deal with him myself and depend on his answer... I will either kill him or keep him alive."

Gnarl said. "As you wish Overlady. What should we do with the girl?"

Illyasviel said. "Umm, I'm not sure... seem like a waste just to feed her to the plant."

Gnarl said with approval. "Indeed it would be, my lady. You will need maids and servants. I hate to say this. But minions make for lousy servants, they keep stealing and breaking stuff. It's in our nature."

Illyasviel nodded. "Maid it is then. How lucky for you Tohsaka, to serve me." Illyasviel grinned as Rin made a dozen rude remark.

Illyasviel then said to Shirou. "Now I want to know everything about you and my father Kiritsugu Emiya. Lie to me and I will feed you to the tree of life like that Matou boy."

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Gilgamesh was furious, something was horribly wrong with his Gate of Babylon. For the first time in eons, he stepped into the vault and witness horror beyond imagination.

Countless of those creatures, those putrid trash ran amok among HIS treasures, eating and drinking the finest food of humanity in a messy and disgusting way. They carried off his treasure and use them as if a child would use a toy. Priceless painting doodled with green pain, statue decorated with colour of green, red and blue. His prized ship Vimana, painted blood red.

One of those putrid trash shouted. "Red make it go faster!"

Something snapped within Gilgamesh. He laughed madly, his laughter filled with insanity. He summoned Ea, the Sword of Rupture and used it's full power onto those putrid trash. Erasing those trash, his tainted treasure and himself along with the Gate of Babylon itself. Kiri Kotomine would forever wonder where Gilgamesh had gone.

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Many month later. Illyasviel was in heaven. Finding the minions was the best thing to have ever happened to her. The holy grail war had ended with the destruction of the greater grail along with Angra Mainyu, she even personally delivered the news to her venerable 'Grandfather'. She would forever remember his distraught expression and utter hatred. Even to the point of feeding the old fool to the tree of life.

Illyasviel was enjoying a sensual massage from Archer, while her 'brother' Shirou prepared an invigorating meal for her. After she learned the truth from Shirou and later from Archer, whom was Shirou Emiya in his previous life, before he became a counter guardian. She forgave her deceased father and her adoptive brother.

She even learned the whole truth about the holy grail war from Archer. He was surprisingly forth coming when he learned of her intention of keeping Shirou close to her at all time and even offered his service, as long as he get a front row seat watching over Shirou and herself.

Tohsaka and Saber became her personal maids catering to her every whims. She was a kind mistress, she even shared Archer and Shirou with them from time to time, all in the name of practice. She might even consider upgrading Rin's and Saber's freedom to allow them some funds for their magecraft research and luxury goods. As they say, 'A happy servant is a good servant.'

Gnarl broke her musing as he gave his report. "Ahh Overlady. I'm happy to report our raids have gone wonderfully. We have secured numerous mystic codes and valuables from the Holy Church, we even obtain a fable shroud and we only lost a few dozen minions in the process. Also I need to report that Rin Tohsaka had blown up Quaver again, that makes it twenty-eight time this week."

Illyasviel smiled from both the sensual massage and the great news. Ever since the minion joined her, her riches and collection increase massively. She got enough mystic codes to occupy her for decades to come.

Illyasviel said with pure pleasure. "That's good to hear Gnarl. And don't worry about Rin, everyone need stress relief, Rin found hers in our jester Quaver. Ohhhh... A little lower... that's the spot. Inform me, if you find anything relating to the second true magic, and don't raid the Kaleidoscope. There are other ways of finding the first Overlady. We will plan a raid on the Edelfelt family in due time, they might have what we want."

Gnarl said with a smile. "As you wish. Overlady. Enjoy your consorts, should I send the Emiya boy in as well?"

Illyasviel thought. 'Why the hell not. Two are better then one.'

Illyasviel said with a purr. "Yes. Send Shirou in as well." Illyasviel thought to herself. 'Life is good.'

A/N: That's the Omake. I gave Illya a very happy ending. Hope you like it. And yes I know, Gate of Babylon don't work like that. However that's half the fun, make compromises and fit the story together. Now onto some notes and reviews.

Race of Tera: Amani, Castanic, Baraka are all races from the online mmorpg Tera Online. Each are unique and great material for various race of the magical world.

Woolworths: A British shopping chain that used to exist back in the 1990, it went bust at the end of 2008.

Bruenor Battlehammer: The dwarven king from the Forgotten Realm. Best friend of Drizzt Do'Urden. I decided to use him as a dwarf king in this chapter. His action will have massive ramification in year 5.

Chikage Kushinada: Disciple of the Bewitching fist. I made her nine years old when she first encounter Tsukiko. I got a long term plan for her, when the fic come near it's end.

RWBY age: Yes, I increase the age of Ruby, Weiss, Blake and Yang. Ruby is 17, Weiss is 20, Blake is 20 and Yang is 21. I did this for their role at Beacon and American society as a whole. Along with several situation that would be VERY wrong if I made them their original age.

Minions!: By request, I made this Omake. For those who don't know what a minion is. They are from the game Overlord one and two. Those guys are nuts and evil, they are also funny as all hell, they also come in various colour.

Now onto the Reviews.

Greyjedi449t: Yes, there will be couple of great fight in the next chapter. As I said, my plan went to hell and I need to split it into two chapter. We will see more of Kenichi side after year five. I got more then enough on my plate, that one is n the planning stage atm.

IamParadoxic: There is more coming, but trust me when I say, this attempt will be damn close and near fail proof, for a VERY good reason.

Sandmanwake: Yes, that was a big mistake on my part and will be corrected.

Coronadomontes: There is more to it then just enemies, a lot more will be revealed. Let's just say it will be world shaking in year 3. Hermione will play a massive role in this fic, not in massive power, but in plots and development. You will see.

Mernom: Ahh I see. In this world, the Gaia hates demon, big time. Without revealing plots in year 4 and 5. There is a big reason for that. The servant's cost of upkeep is spiritual body maintenance. This world Gaia doesn't seek to remove servants. Also I hope you enjoy the Omake, this is for you and all you fans.

Mwkillkenny84: MEoDP killing god is not proven, it's only a saying. Not proven by Type-Moon anyway ;P. As for Dumbledore getting a speech, Year three.

Paxloria: I'm ashamed to say, I rushed that last chapter and made a lot of mistake. Can't really say it won't happen again, because it can, Murphy's law sucks. Be fair to Ron, he is an idiot most of the time, you only need to take a peek at his homework, one without Hermione's help. I'm glad someone picked up on those strange attack, yes. Two to three chapter from now, that will be revealed. As for the one in the mirror and our mystery man. I am a very evil author, but I can say this for sure, there will be plenty of stuff to occupy you before we reveal the final plot.

Lu Bane Na: Glad I make you crack up like Medusa in soul eater. I also have to look up SCP's foundation. And your right, Tsukiko can be quite evil, but it's better to use gnomes then Draco and his goons. Those poor bastard only one totem pole up from the gnomes.

: Lets not jump to conclusion, I'm sure Freckle isn't locked up somewhere in the department of mysteries.

Suzululu4moe: I will answer as many as I can. Tsukiko act like Dudley. I guess it's a close comparison, but Dudley never really appreciate his gift, example is the console thrown out of the window in a temper tantrum. Tsukiko would treasure her gift and use them wisely (most of the time).

They could have done that, but remember they got a lot of 'dark' and illegal experiment going on in their house and the last thing they want is a snooping teacher getting turned inside out.

The rule of one wand for one wizard is weird, to say the least. If you're a wand maker, it's very bad for business, you're selling wands that cost at the most of 30-40 pound, 7 Galleons for all wands. You can't survive on that, if you're only allow to sell one wand per person. So I removed that rule for this fic.

Hagrid was banned from using magic as a whole, hence the snapped wand. Not that it stopped him btw. And Hagrid is a lot happier to have a tiny dragon then any number of wands.

Wizard ain't use to blood sport, wait till they see a Thai kick boxing match.

Rin isn't really worried about Voldie. He would be trouble, but compare to others in Type-moon, he is a mouse. But not to worry, Voldie will be the villain we all love and hate. As for having Sacchin and Lancer eat him, common man, if you have the choice and power like that. Will you really eat Voldie voluntary? I mean look at the guy, you might end up catching something.

Now Zelretch goal is a secret for now, but your right, if Zelretch is serious, no one in Tsukiko group would stand a chance against him, but they have to try.

Stronger ward in the room? There is no need, none of their really sensitive research is in the room, and they share with Hermione, so they need to be careful. A deadly ward is not a solution. Hid a tree among the forest is the best solution.

I gave Hermione a temper. This Hermione will have a lot of stress and anger issue due to not being the smartest girl in school. She's only the third now, after Rin and Tsukiko.

Noitaerc: Don't write off the other yet, three RvB charater will be mention and appear in the next chapter.

Kryuzel: Yes. Dumbledore bash will be two out of three. There will be three version of Dumbledore, and I will bash two of them. And I only bash Ron Weasley, the others are fine. But I will make you a deal, a choice. I can give Ron a somewhat happy ending, revelation, change his ways and all. Or you can have the ending I got setup, that would make a certain priest VERY, VERY happy and give a somewhat twisted good ending for Ron.

SonicAnime2010: Ship between Tsukiko and Hermione. Well, I'm not against it, I got something setup for that already. But you will have to wait till year 5 for that conclusion, but I will say this. Budding feeling will form in year 3.

BijuuDamaBomber: It's a secret. It will be revealed in time.