"You bitch!" She taunted the gang members flicking her tail around giving them something to chase. There were five in there little pack before she ran into them. The first two were just pups that happened to bumb into her at the wrong time. Without a warning she attacked them.

Traveling, we're always traveling together. I'm not sure what we're looking for but it must be worth the pain. She was running through the snow but she didn't know where she was going. I don't remember why I decided to travel with them. Stay with them and they will find it. Yoru stopped and looked out. Find what? What are they looking for?

"You're so simple, it's no wonder others hate you so much."

Yoru turned around fist clenched. "You!"

Ada smiled and took a step forward. "I have whatever it is you're looking for. Just try not to die on me."

Yoru tried to take a step forward but found herself sinking. "Just accept it, no one wants you." Ada walked towards Yoru staying above the liquid substance and shoved her head under.

"Now," Ada smirked, "Be a good girl and die."

The curent pulled her down slowly as Ada got up and walked away. "That's right, just give up and let death take you."

Yoru didn't try to fight back, she just flowed with the water. This is where I belong, here in this darkness.

"Yoru! Hey Yoru! Wake up!" Toboe shook Yoru's shoulder. "Yoru!" Her finger jumped and she slowly opened her eyes.

"You don't need to be so loud," she whispered as she sat up slightly. "Wow," she examined herself, "it could've been worse than this."

The first time she got into a fight she was hardly reconizable. Blood covered her everywhere and patches of fur were missing.

"Don't, you shouldn't have to fight like that." He said looking at the ground. "You shouldn't keep running off like that 'cause then, then we won't be able to help you."

"I can't! I can't stop fighting! I can't stop spilling blood." She hugged her knees close.

Toboe sat next to her and placed a hand on her shoulder. Oh Toboe, I don't want you to relive any pain. Yoru wasn't going to reject his company. Having him around made her feel different.

"You should go back. Tsume is very protective of you."

Toboe had a big smile and nodded. "He's always taking care of me. He seems like a tough guy, but he's really kind." She took a good look at his face then stood up slowly.

"I'm guessing everyone is waiting for us then."

"Are you sure you can make it?"

"Yes I'm sure! I only came out with scratches this time."

Yuro caught a spider and shoved it in her mouth. "Mmm crunchy." He held his stomach and gagged slightly.

"That's disgusting! How can you eat something like that?"

She simply smirked, "Food is food, but hopefully you won't have to find that out."

"What does that even mean?" She had already started walking away.

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"No, and this time there's nothing you can say to change my mind!"

"But papa, she was all alone and it's snowing out! Can't we keep her please?"

A slightly old man crossed his arms and examined the specimen his son had brought in. Her hair was long and untamed so he couldn't get a good look at her eyes, she was no taller than his child and looked fragile. Where did he find her? He thought as he sat in the arm chair.

"She doesn't seem too strong does she?" He rose out his chair and walked towards the kids and pats then on the head. "Ushio, I'm leaving her in your care. Can you do that for me?"

"Thank you papa! You can count on me!" Ushio ran upstairs holding the girl's hand. "Let's get you a bath Cheza."

Ushio's father went to the kitchen and poured himself some water. "It's been a long day, hasn't it?" He turned to greet his wife and gave her a light kiss on the cheek. "How did the visit go?"

"The doctor said that she is very healthy. He gave her all her needed shots. Oh Quent, she has the prettiest blue eyes ever." The pup squirmed in her arms, yawned, and looked at the man wagging her tail. At that moment he knew there was something special about her, a deep bond would form between the two of them that no man or animal could break. He took the pup from her wife and took a good look into her eyes.

"Honey, lets call her Blue."

He looked at his wife, "Blue, eh? Not bad, not bat at all my dear."

"Ushio! Wait up, you're going too fast!"

He stopped and looked behind him. "Come on Cheza!"

She caught up and sat on the ground. "This one is tired. We should rest for a bit."

Ushio sat down next to her and took a deep breath. The air was cool and so clean, soft green stretched out as far as the eye could see and infront of them was their house. He looked over at Cheza who was basking in the sun's glow and he decided to do the same. The sun was so warm on his face until he felt something cold and wet run up his cheek. "Blue! That tickles." He hugged the dog close and Cheza did the same. She spoke so low that only a dog's ear can hear. Blue felt embarassed ever time because her voice was soft and sweet. "I'm glad that I was able to meet you, but I'm afraid that I'll have to leave one day. This one will have to say good bye to everyone." Blue nudged her gently.

"There is no time for sad thinking." She licked Cheza's cheek. "As long as I'm here, nothing will harm you or the others, I promise."

She looked at Ushio and smiled slightly. 'How long will we stay together like this? I want to continue living here with you, but something will call for me. And, on that day, I must go to it.'