Saturday, October 06, 2007
A/N Sorry this chapter took me sooooo long to write. I had some computer malfunctions and then my muse up and left on me. I had to wait for it to return to even begin to think about how to write this chapter. I hope you find it funny and not too long. Enjoy, and comment as you please.
(Chap 3: Storming the NG With Some Pleasant Distractions)
Putting his hand back down to his side Shuichi inhaled the ocean air and smiled brightly into the sun. They were nearing their target and Shu could here the men beginning to become restless in deck. They wanted some booty, and not the warm fleshy kind. Their captain knew how they felt. From the very first coin Shuichi ever stole he became thirsty for more. It was like a thirst that couldn't be quenched.
Smiling to himself, reminiscing about his first thievery he turned at the sound of his sister's heeled boots approaching him. He greeted Maiko warmly, "Maiko! Are you ready?"
Maiko was geared for battle. Though Shu didn't feel her constant display of artillery was necessary he indulged her and let he do what she wanted. She looked at him with anticipation. "Oni-san, are we going to board soon? I can't wait." She walked and stood next to her older brother. They matched in height and shape. Her hair a dark brown while his was a surprisingly natural pink there was still no denying a family resemblance.
Grinning from ear to ear Shuichi put an arm around his sister, "Get the men ready. I want to hear you screaming your head off." Maiko gave a maniacal laugh and sauntered down the stairs to the main deck. Maiko was notorious for her fierce but inspiring speeches right before invading their target vessel. When ever the men heard one of Maiko's abusive yet inspiring speeches they always ran head first into danger with no doubt of prevailing.
Tohma was staring bewildered at the approaching enemy vessel. He could hear the crazed screaming coming from their main deck and the panic that had broken out amongst the men. Obviously he wasn't the only one that noticed the bright main of pink hair on the approaching ship.
The captain of the NG Flagship quickly began to scream out directions and orders at the scurrying men. Cannons were being rolled over the deck to their positions as the ones bellow deck had been done the same.
Tohma kept his eyes on the approaching threat. The light green orbs of his eyes widened in shock as a silky black flag sporting a skull and cross bones was raised on the nearing vessel. With out thinking, the short man turned and made his way down to the main deck. Hell if he was going to let some pink pip squeak take his ship with out a fight.
Maiko stood in front of the scraggly yet clean pirates before her. "Men, today is the day!" A cheer erupted from the armed vagabonds. "We are going to attempt to take an NG Trading Company Ship." Silence fell upon the deck. Shuichi and Hiro both observed from the helm. "And you know what? We're going to take that fucking ship and the shiny stuff inside of it!!!!" The men once again erupted in cheers, shaking their weapons in the air. "Now get your good for nothing asses over there and show those rich boys how real men gain their wages!" By the time Maiko had uttered the last word they had sailed right next to the NG ship and now were being fired upon. She turned and fired her pistol in the air signaling the men to rush the deck and their target.
Shuichi turned to his friend and first mate. "You know what to do, Hiro. See you on the other side." With a wide gleeful smile Shuichi jumped over the railing and landed on the deck of the Bad Luck flawlessly. Watching his captain run for the NG Hiro shook his head and made his way bellow deck to direct the cannon fire.
Shuichi grabbed a rope and swung over the short stretch of ocean that separated the two ships. Landing on the main deck of the NG Shuichi took in the sight before him. Individual battles were ragging around him while he could see several of his men breaking through the doors that lead bellow deck... this was a little easier than he had originally thought.
Bellow deck Tatsuha was soaking himself in rum when he heard the cannons erupt and the sounds of battle on the deck above him. Before he could even move a cold steel blade was pressed against his neck and all his movements ceased as not to inflict damage on himself.
Slowly turning his head to see his opponent Tatsuha came face to face with a pink bunny. Blinking his eyes and shaking his head a little the bunny still did not disappear "I really need to stop drinking so much rum."
A gleeful giggle emitted from behind the pink bunny and Tatsuha looked up to meet deep brown eyes with a warm and playful gleam. The young man's mouth dropped open and he took in the beautiful features of the man before him. His face was still young yet older than Tats by quite a few years. His dark brown hair framed the man's face and flowed over his collar in a shaggy and un-kept manner. His eyes gleamed and his smile literally brightened the gloomy storage room filled with food and rum. Tatsuha couldn't tear his eyes away from the seemingly gentle and innocent man holding a very dangerous weapon to his throat.
"Silly boy! You aren't imagining us. This is Kumagoro!" The older man held up the pink bunny shook it in the bewildered teen's face. "And I am Ryuichi! Kumagoro, you were right we did find some thing shiny down here." Tatsuha's eye brow rose at the fact that the man in front of him was talking to a plushy pink bunny. "What's your name Shiny-san?"
Tatsuha frowned, 'Shiny-san? Come on!' "My name's Tatsuha Uesugi." As an after thought he added, "Release me at once!" 'Although I wouldn't mind taking you prisoner...'
The older man just stared. "No. I found you and if you want to go then you will have to fight me."
Tatsuha nearly fell off the stool he was perched on in laughter. "You can't be serious. You couldn't hurt a fly!" Before Tatsuha knew what had happened he heard some ripping noises and his shirt was lying open. He stopped laughing and looked down at his chest in confusion then back at the man with the pink bunny.
Ryuichi looked dead serious now the gleeful gleam was gone and he was now radiating strength. "Silly boy, you should not say such things about some one you do not even know." Tatsuha took a visible gulp and continued to stare up at the man. He may look dangerous as hell but he sure was sexy. "Now if you will follow me I will take you captive." Tatsuha may be attracted to this man but he sure as hell wasn't about to just let this guy boss him around. No matter how cute he looked holding the plushy animal.
Struggling to his feet Tatsuha quickly drew his sword and flicked his wrist to slash his opponent's shirt for shoulder to hip. "And if I refuse?" 'I could have some fun with this guy.'
Ryuichi looked down at his shirt. "That was my favorite shirt. Now I'm mad." Ryu lunged and Tat just barely dodged the thrust.
The small room quickly filled with the sound of swords clashing together dangerously. Tatsuha couldn't help but smirk. Not only was Ryuichi dead sexy but he was one of the best opponents Tatsuha had ever faced. His form was perfect and he didn't show a single sign of fatigue. Tatsuha on the other hand was quickly becoming winded. Sweat slid down the side of his face and his shirt was sticking to his shoulders and chest like glue.
Ryuichi was a skilled swordsman. He learned a great many things throughout his life and continued to learn with every new day. He could easily slay most of his opponents but this boy was something else. Ryuichi could feel his movements lagging ever so slightly and his breathing becoming heavier with the effort of keeping up with the younger man in front of him. It probably didn't help that Ryuichi was taking notice of the Tatsuha's sweat gleamed skin and nearly soaked shirt. If he was going to win this battle and take his man captive he would have to end it soon.
Ryuichi pushed Tatsuha back with every thrust driving him nearer to the wall opposite the door. With a quick and carefully executed flick of his wrist Ryuichi succeeded in flinging Tatsuha's sword form his hands. The clatter of metal against wood echoed as the sword hit the floor.
Tatsuha felt the hilt of his sword leave his hand and his back hitting the wall as Ryuichi closed the distance between them and held his sword perpendicularly against Tat's throat.
Ryuichi was breathing hard holding his hand steadily as he starred into Tatsuha's dark brown eyes. Tatsuha's mouth was partially open inhaling shaking breaths. He watched a drop of sweat slide down Ryu's face; leaning he face just a little closer Tatsuha smelled the older man's sweat mixed with a soft comforting smell of Ryu.
Ryu watched as Tat leaned closer and his eyes began to glaze. With out thinking he dropped his sword and attacked the younger man's partially opened lips. A spark of heat spread through his lips and circulated through out his whole body making Ryu thrust his tongue deep into Tatsuha's already responding mouth. Tatsuha's tongue met Ryu's half way and they began to battle. Sliding his hands up Tat's chest to curve around his neck and tangle in his opponents sweat dampened hair Ryu pressed himself against Tats groin and chest. The younger man moaned into his attacker's mouth and glided his hands around Ryu's waist to cup his perfectly tight ass through loose cloth pants.
At the feel of his ass being groped Ryu thrust his hips harder into Tatsuha's quickly hardening groin. With a gasp of pleasure Tatsuha broke the heated kiss and threw his head back. Ryuichi was gasping for air and shacking slightly. Tatsuha leaned his full weight against the wall and closed his eyes. He popped them open when he hears a quiet giggle.
He looked at the older man whose hands were still tangled in his hair. With the look of pure glee and playfulness back in his eyes Ryu said, "You know you are still my prisoner Shiny-san." Tatsuha barely had time to think before Ryu had grabbed on of the hands grasping onto the older man's ass and twisted it forcing Tatsuha to spin around while his chest was none too gently slammed against the wall he had been trapped against. Ryuichi had quickly pulled his other arm toward his back and he was now in the process of tying them together with rope in a very tight knot.
Tatsuha gasped a little when his hands were being tied but he couldn't altogether feel remorseful about being taken hostage. After all, his captor was extremely sexy and a great kisser. At least he would get off this god forsaken ship and have a little excitement.
Shuichi watched his men quickly beating back the NG's crew and tying up the already beaten and injured ones. Shu turned to stride over to the tied up Tohma Seguchi when he heard heavy foot step behind him and the faint sound of a sword being drawn from its sheath.
With out a moment's hesitation Shu spun around and blocked the attack with his own well worn sword. Looking up into the face of his attacker Shuichi was temporarily stunned. Piercing golden eyes caught his attention. Shuichi's breath escaped him as a sun colored lock of hair fell to cover one of those disturbingly beautiful golden orbs.
Noticing the pink haired mans hesitation the tall light skinned man with striking features added pressure to clashed swords and pushed the smaller man backward. Shuichi felt the change and jumped back in surprise. The taller man fixed the pirate captain with a death glare and thrust the deadly metal at him with force.
Shuichi quickly parried and jumped out of reach. "You know it's very rude to attack a man from behind." A slight smile was growing on the pink haired captain's face.
The taller blond man just kept the stoic expression and replied, "You heard me coming so I didn't think it mattered much." once again thrusting his sword at the captain.
Shuichi grinned and parried with easy. 'This gorgeous blond man with a bad attitude is intriguing.' Shu decided to stop playing the defensive and take a little offense to see how his adversary would handle it. The tall blond obviously had skill but could he beat an infamous pirate captain at his favorite past time?
Shuichi began his erratic but effective attack on the man challenging him. Quickly gaining ground Shu's smile widened with delight at seeing his foe holding his own. The pirate captain could tell this was going to be a very fun fight. The blond was surprised that such a perceptibly weak looking man could possibly be this skilled at the art of swordsmanship. He could feel himself growing ever more frustrated with the smug little smile plastered on the pink punk's face. It was almost like he was going easy on him.
The tall blonde's frustration reached a peak and he growled at the little man before him. "You don't have go easy on me. I am more then capable of besting you, you little punk!" Shuichi raised an eye brow. No body had ever called him a punk before. He wasn't sure he should let this one live after he was done teaching him a lesson in fencing. After all he was a Pirate King; he had the right to kill any one he damn well chose to. But he didn't think it would necessary in this circumstance.
"No one has ever called me a punk before." Shuichi parried and lunged. "You are quite lucky you are still alive." The blonde's left eye twitched ever so slightly and Shuichi just beamed up at him with pearly whites. "What, prey tell, is your name?" Shu was just the tad bit curious who his opponent was, incase it ever came in handy.
The tall blond glared, "Eiri Uesugi." No further need to draw out the conversation Eiri just continued his assault on the little pink pirate.
"Well Uesugi-san, aren't the least bit curious as to who you are fighting?" Shuichi couldn't help the mocking tone, this guy was just so easy to annoy.
Eiri grunted in effort and merely continued on with his strenuous activity. Shuichi sighed in mock reluctance. "Well since you are so interested as to know the name of the man that will beat your cute little ass I will tell you." Parrying Shuichi jumped back, holding his sword tip down in front of him, he took a little curtsy, "Captain Shuichi Shindo, Ninth Pirate King, also known as The Pink Death, at your service." With a glint of laughter in his eyes Shuichi resumed the attack position and smiled brightly and the slightly baffled Eiri in front of him.
Eiri only let his surprise show for a split second then erased all emotion from his face and continued his assault on the pirate captain. 'How the hell was I supposed to know this kid was the captain, much less a frigging Pirate King.' Eiri could feel sweat beginning to stick his shirt to his skin and movements become forced and more difficult to control. He had to end this fight quickly.
Shuichi could see his opponent begin to struggle and smiled inwardly at the effortless motions he was displaying. His endless amount of energy came in handy no matter what he was doing. But if he didn't have that endless amount of energy to draw from he would definitely be in trouble. This Uesugi-san was good, really good.
With one final push Shuichi pushed Eiri against the main mast on he deck and crossed they're swords together causing a very sharp lethal "X" right against Eiri's throat. Breathing hard and glaring hard at the little man holding him hostage Eiri could do nothing but breath and stare.
Shuichi gave the taller man between him and the mast a beautiful smile. "I though you were supposed to kick my ass?" Uesugi-san struggled against the swords, to no avail. The pirate captain was definitely stronger than he looked.
Shuichi starred into the angry golden eyes. Lifting his left hand into the air he snapped his middle finger against his thumb creating a loud crack that shot through the air. Immediately Three men almost twice the size of the small captain appeared by his side and jumped on the angry seething Eiri. Wrestling him to the ground and his sword out of his hands they tied him up and carried him to the railing along with the other NG crew members.
Sighing heavily and whipping sweat from his fore head Shu turned around to face the smallest of the three mountain sized men. "Yes?"
The colossal man bowed low enough to reach Shuichi's shoulders and held out both hands presenting the sharpened silver sword with intricate gold handle that the blond was fighting with, taking the sword from the man Shu said, "Ah, yes thank you. See that you aren't too rough with him. I plan on using him later." The mountain nodded and made his way back to his comrades.
Shuichi looked at the sword now in his hands and admired the workmanship that must have gone into it. Although he much preferred his much used, beat up, and loved sword he could still see that added use and keeping this one fore himself. Shaking his head and turning to walk over the capture crew he caught sight of Ryuichi climbing out from bellow deck leading a tied up, and what looked like, darker version of the newly acquainted Uesugi-san.
Tad curios he detoured and walk toward his old friend. "Ryu? What do you have there?"
Ryu heard his friend and captains voice and raced toward him, nearly dragging the worn out looking man behind him. "Shu-chan! Shu-chan! Look what I caught!" Shuichi studied the captive, taking in his flushed face, sliced up shirt and slightly glazed over eyes.
"Ryu... What exactly did you do him?" the captain gave his friend a quizzical look. Almost sure he knew exactly what went down bellow deck, Shu still thought it would better to hear it form Ryu.
Ryu lowered his gaze and began tracing circles on the wood deck with his right foot. He put on his best puppy eyes and looked back at his captain. "Nothing much; I just beat him at my sword game. Then I tied him up..." He hopped his captain would leave it there.
Shuichi shook his head, "Ryu you know we can't keep him." Ryu immediately began to cry and jumped onto his new captive's side causing him to stagger with out the use of his arms, but amazingly stay standing.
Wrapping his arms around the teens head he gaze his captain the cutest most adorable little pout. "Shu-chan, please! He's so shiny! Kuma and I will take care of him. You won't need to do anything. I promise. Just let me keep him please!" Tatsuha just looked from his captor to the pink haired man he assumed was the captain. He tried not to look too happy about his captor being attached to him but Shuichi noticed he was failing miserably.
Shuichi looked once again at his friend and the young teen that he was now attached to and sighed. "Ok. You know I can't refuse you anything when you look at me like that. Just make sure and feed him so he doesn't die like the last one you 'promised' to take care of." Smirking at the look of horror on the teens face Shu turned and walked back toward the NG crew to begin his speech, the sounds of Ryuichi's squeals of laughter and happiness drifting after him.