Hey guys! First ever Tekken fan fiction! And this one is filled with yuri! Yuri! YURI! Not much introduction here.

This is a little AU. Don't be surprised if I throw my own OC's here, myself included. Once again I will have Cupid Jr. (Owen) dispatched into the world of Tekken, providing support for the main pairing. Though here, he will go by the codename of Jack the Ripper or Jack. And he will also play a more active role in the upcoming Tournament as a Tekken fighter himself!

So, yeah, this is the second episode in the Freedom Writers series. Right after the Kingdom Hearts Arc, Owen and Aqua continue their pursuit of Ralph in the Tekken universe. And as the story progresses, we will get a deeper look into Owen's past with the devil within him, Daemon.

The main pairing in this fic will be Asuka/Lili. Side pairings will have very vague Owen x Aqua, OC#1xAqua, JinxJulia, and Leo (girl btw)xOC#2. Yeah, pretty much all of it. Enjoy!

Note: Don't like yuri/shoujo ai? Don't read. And I don't own Tekken and it's characters. As well as Kingdom Hearts. They all belong to Namco and Square Enix, which I don't own as well.

Chapter 4:

Owen's POV...

The next day...

Lili snapped the phone closed and turned to me. "There you go, Mr. Fabian. Your slot in the tournament has been created."

I bowed. "Thank you very much, Miss Rochefort."

She waved her hand. "Please, call me Lili. 'Emily' is fine, too."

"I am honored to meet such a fine young lady such as yourself, Lili. And I've heard a lot about you from the previous tournaments. And I must say, I've become one of your fans."

She giggled. "Why, I'm flattered."

"I'm not flattering you. I'm saying what's true. You've got a lot of potential. I suggest you keep it up no matter what people say."

She smiled sweetly. "I am glad to have met such a kind young man such as yourself too, Owen. I bet one of your main traits is making people smile."

"Well..." I shrugged. "...I wouldn't say that."

"HEY!" We turned to see a fuming Asuka. Boy, she looked pissed! "Can you guys stop flirting, already?"

"We're not flirting."

"We're just having a casual conversation, Miss Kazama," Lili said.

She crossed her arms on her chest. "How long are you planning to make me wait, anyway? You said you wanted to spend the day with me, so let's get this over with! I can't stand being with you for even a minute, let alone a day!"

"Calm down, Asuka," I pleaded. "I'll treat you to some very expensive sushi, alright?"

"...Really?"

I nodded. "Hontou."

She sighed and walked over to us. "Okay, let's go."

Lili clapped her hands gleefully. "Wonderful! Let's be on our way!"

"Ugh..."

And so...

"The...arcade?" I asked.

She nodded. "I've always wanted to go to one of these commoner entertainment sights!"

I chuckled lowly. "Ehehehe...commoner sights?"

Asuka frowned. "Why the hell would you wanna go here?"

"I'm quite curious on how you entertain yourselves here. It's not everyday I get to study the lifestyle of commoners."

I sighed. "She called us commoners twice..."

"Ooh! What's this?" She ran over to the game 'House of the Dead 4'. "Is this what you call a 'shooting game'?"

"Yeah. Wanna try it?"

She turned to me. "How do we start it up?"

I took out my wallet. "I've got a Timezone card. It still has load, so we can use this."

And with that I took out the said card and swiped it in the reader.

"THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD!" the machine declared.

Lili giggled and clapped her hands quickly. "Ooh! How chilly!"

I quirked a brow. "You say that, and yet you're giggling."

She grinned at me. "I may not look like it, but I'm quite fond of horror."

"...Seriously?"

I never imagined someone like her would actually be into horror. Well, no one believed someone as pampered as her would be participating in Tekken after all. Damn, she's full of surprises.

She picked up one of the guns. "So how do I do this?"

"There are tutorials that will pop out every now and then. You need to pay close attention since the game will not pause even when the game is teaching you how to play."

She nodded. "Got it."

"Here they come."

As the first horde charged she pulled the trigger. She unloaded every round on the undead. And she scored quite a few headshots.

Impressive.

"Kyaa~! The gun is vibrating!"

"It makes the game more realistic. Anyway, I notice you're almost out of ammo."

"Really?" she asked and turned my head to me. "What do I do?"

"First off, don't keep your eyes off the screen." I laughed as she quickly looked back at the screen. "Second, you should shake the gun whenever you need to reload."

And she did. "Ooh~! How extraordinary!"

"Keep at it. See those balls of fire on the lower left of the screen?" She nodded. "That's your life. Whenever you get hit, you lose a ball. Keep track of your life and prevent any of your enemies from hitting you."

"Sounds complicated." She grinned. "I love it!"

"I'm glad you do." I turn to Asuka, who's wearing a frown on her face. "The hell's the matter with you?"

Her nose wrinkled as her frown deepened. "I think you already know the answer to that."

"Come on, she's not that bad."

Her eyes narrowed. "You haven't been constantly stalked by her."

I arched a brow. "Stalked?

"Everywhere I go I see her either driving by or across the street on where I'm going." She shook her head. "I swear..."

I chuckled. "Maybe she just likes you too much."

"You want me to hit you?"

"Nah, I'm cool."

Then, at that moment, I felt myself tense up. I suddenly sense something in the air. I sniffed.

It's not Ralph. It's not a sense of evil either. It's something...

Pure. As pure as Aqua's scent. Okay, that's creepy.

But yes, something's definitely here...watching us...

What or who is it?

I looked around. No one seems to be looking at us. So where is this presence coming from?

What the hell?

"Oh no!" We turned our attention to Lili. It turns out she died. "There's just too many of them."

"Wanna have another go?" I asked while pulling out my card.

She turned to me and smiled. "No, it's fine. I had fun, even if it was only one try. I want to see what other games there are."

"Feel free to look. But I hope you don't plan on staying here all day. There are a lot of other places to go to."

"Like where?"

"...I dunno."

She blinked. "Pardon me?"

I laughed. "Sorry. I'm actually new here. I came from abroad. I'm still very unfamiliar with this area."

"Where do you live, if I may ask?"

"I'm from the Philippines. I'm sure you've been hearing pretty nasty news about that place nowadays." I sighed and rubbed the bridge of my nose. "I'm ashamed. But I still love my country."

"Aww, so noble of you. I like that in a guy."

I smirked. "Do you now?"

"Oh my God..." I heard Asuka mutter.

"Why, yes," Lili said, moving closer. "In fact...I find you rather attractive."

"Is that a complement?" I asked.

"It's a fact."

"Thank you, Lili. It means a lot to me."

"STOP YOUR FLIRTING SO WE CAN MOVE!"

Meanwhile...

Aqua's POV...

"I wonder what they're doing right now," I muttered.

Lexia sat beside me with a cup of tea. "I bet they're having a good time. I just hope those two girls don't tear each other's throats while they're at it."

"Why do those two hate each other so much?"

"I...don't think 'hate' is the right word. They just have this sort of rivalry going on between them. Though I know they both care about each other."

"So like...they're friends?"

She grinned. "More or less."

I quirked brow. "Do you know something?"

"Maybe..."

I giggled and took a sip of my tea. "For some reason, I'm finding girls like you everywhere lately."

"Is that...a bad thing?"

I shook my head. "No. But I am curious as to why there are so many people like that."

"It's a common thing in society nowadays. Though it's still frowned upon by others." She scoffed. "Such narrow-minded people."

"Really?"

"Oh yes. Though each of those individuals have their own reasons for being that way. They either may be in love no matter the gender, or they're just looking to satisfy their lust and some."

"Lust?"

She covered her mouth. "Oh, snap. I'm not supposed to use words like those around you..."

I sighed. "Seriously. You guys are keeping a lot of things from me. Especially in your own vocabulary. What's the deal, anyway? I'm a grown woman."

"Yes but you came from a, compared to our own, innocent universe. There are things in our world you are better off not knowing."

I crossed my arms on my chest. "Like...?"

She looked down and sighed. "A lot of things. Most not worth mentioning, the rest not even worth pondering."

"That bad, eh?" She nodded and I sighed. "Fine. I get it."

"But if you have any questions I can answer then it's okay."

I thought for a moment. "Okay. Here's one..." I set my teacup on the small table beside the bed. "Tell me exactly how Owen got that demon within him."

"I see you've been bothered by that, huh?"

"Is that something you can answer?"

She leaned back on her seat. "It's something I have to answer..."

Twelve years ago...

Lexia's POV...

As you know the Serpent's Heart, the artifact that the scientists found ages ago, was supposed to be used to enhance the abilities of our comrades. They believed that despite it being of demonic origin, they can contain it by choosing the right 'specimens'. Those bastards...

And of course, you know Owen was the first and only test subject. He was scared, that much I know. But he knew he had to do it, despite knowing the risks.

We all tried to talk him out of it. He refused. Besides, they were paying all of us to keep quiet about this.

And not all of us were financially stable...

Owen was just five years old at that time. But his age didn't match his level of maturity. It was for the sake of the organization after all.

Plus, his mother was a member of the org. He wanted to make her proud. Even if she died right after his father left her.

And so, the boy was injected with the blood of the serpent. They had to keep him under observation for several hours. He wasn't allowed to eat, sleep, drink and even do his 'business'.

A while later the symptoms appeared. Immense pain shot throughout his body. He violently shook.

His body then emitted the violet demonic aura of the creature within him. His body shook even more, as if the demon was trying to break free.

They had to contain it. And to do so they had to sedate Owen. For some reason it worked.

But at what cost...

Present...

Aqua's POV...

"How awful," I whispered.

"I was only a trainee at that time," she said. "I was there to witness the most horrifying thing to ever happen to a friend of mine. And at such a young age, to go through such agony. And still bearing the pain..."

"Have you ever tried looking for a way to get that thing out of him?"

"Of course. And I'm still doing so. For twelve years I've been searching for a way to rid him of that vile creature that's been hurting him all these years. So far he had found a way to put him in brief slumber, but that's it."

I shut my eyes and clenched my jaw. "Poor Owen."

"The boy's strong. But he can only take so much pain." She took my hand in hers. Our gazes locked and I could feel heat rise up to my cheeks. "Aqua, you were able to break Daemon's hold of him once. Perhaps it's because your heart is full of light. I believe you're his hope of finally getting rid of him."

"You think so?"

She nodded. "Yes. So please..." She leaned closer. "...help Owen. Always be there for him, no matter what. He needs you Aqua."

I smiled. "Of course. I can never leave him. Besides..." I looked out the window. "...I need him as well."

Later that afternoon...

Owen's POV...

"What is this place?" Lili asked.

I grinned. "It's a Japanese restaurant. What else?"

"I've never seen this place," Asuka said. "Is it new?"

"Apparently so. We had this back home." I sighed with a smile. "Omakase. Never knew there would be other branches."

"Is it any good?"

"Ha! 'Good' is an understatement. The food here is...exquisite!"

Lili beamed. "Is that so?"

"Yeah."

"This place looks expensive, though..." the brunette muttered.

"It's alright. Besides, I did promise you expensive sushi, right? And I believe this place will more than reach your tastes."

"Well, then," Lili began. "Let us not stand here any longer. Shall we?"

I chuckled. "We shall."

Meanwhile...Nearby...

Normal POV...

Across the street from the restaurant, a mysterious woman stood. She had short raven hair, pale white skin, and a nicely-built figure. Of course, that was all concealed by her clothing.

She wore a white and blue cap that covered a bit of her face, a white long-sleeved dress shirt, black skinny jeans and white and navy blue sneakers. Over her shirt was a long trenchcoat that was closed, hiding almost her whole body.

She watched the three teenagers enter the restaurant. Apparently she had been following them all morning. From the arcade, the fountain, the mall, and then finally here.

Why? Because she knew they were all entering the tournament. And why would she be interested?

Because she needs to talk with the boy.

Owen, she thought to herself. That is your name, right? I need to talk to you later...alone.

Later that night...

Owen's POV...

"Whew! What a day!" I yawned.

"Yeah, a day," Asuka said and turned to Lili. "A day of spending time with my stalker."

"Ahohohohohohoho!" she laughed. "Dear Asuka, you're so funny. I am no stalker. I merely watch you from a distance and gather information on your schedule everyday so that I can catch you."

"HOW IS THAT NOT STALKING!"

I sighed. "Guys, please don't fight. Asuka, you have to admit that this day was fun."

She frowned. "I wouldn't go that far..."

"Whatever. So I guess you'll be heading home now, Lili?"

She nodded. "Yes. As much as I hate to say goodbye, my father expects me to be home before dinner."

I waved my hand at her. "Then don't say goodbye. Goodbye seems too...final."

She giggled. "My, such a romantic!"

I shrugged. "I try."

She did an elegant bow. "Thank you so much for taking me out today, Owen. I could not have asked for a better day."

"My pleasure."

She turned to Asuka. "And thank you, Asuka Kazama, for spending the day with me."

"Not my pleasure."

"Well, at least our deal is done."

"Yes, you happy?"

She grinned. "Quite." We all heard a honk and saw a black limo pull over beside us. "Well, here's my ride. Again, I thank you for today."

I bowed. "And thank you for helping me get into the Tournament. I hope to see you there."

She smiled at both of us and saw her butler, Sebastian, step out of the limo and open the door. She bowed her head at him and entered, her butler closing it after. As he got back in, Lili's window rolled down, her blowing a kiss at us and waved.

"Au revoir!" she said.

And with that, the car drove off. It disappeared as it turned corner.

Asuka stretched. "Finally! It's over!"

I laughed. "You do know that you'll see her again in the Tournament, right?"

She sighed and rubbed her forehead. "Don't remind me." She turned to me and smiled. "Ready to go back to the hotel?"

"In a little while. I got something to take care of."

She quirked a brow. "What? Mind telling me what that 'something' is?"

"Nothing big. I just need to get a few more things in the grocery."

"Oh, alright. Want me to come with you?"

I shook my head. "Nah. It's not much stuff anyway. You can go on ahead. You must be feeling tired after all."

She chuckled. "You noticed, huh?"

"I'm very perceptive."

"I see. Well, alright. Thanks. I'll see you there."

I nodded and watched her sprint away. I smiled briefly until I looked around. I walked under a street lamp and leaned my back against the metal pole.

I took a deep breath. "I know you're there. Come out."

That said, a figure walks out of the darkness. I narrowed my eyes as I tried to analyze the figure before me. It was a woman.

"What gave me away?" she asked in a slightly amused tone.

I smirked. "A way you wouldn't understand. You've been following us since the arcade. What business do you have with us?"

"Just you. I am sorry, but I really need your help?"

"And why me specifically?"

She walked towards me. "Because there is something within you that I am very familiar with."

I quirked a brow. "Within me?"

"Don't pretend you don't know."

I shake my head. "I'm not. But how do you know that I have something inside me?"

She puts a hand on her chest. "Because there are people dear to me that have the same situation as you."

I smiled and ran a hand through my hair. "I see. And let me guess. You want me to help them out, right?"

"I know you are participating in the Tournament, as I know they both will too. I haven't seen them in person for so long.

I crossed my arms. "I don't understand. Why did you hide yourselves from them?" I tilted my head to the side. "Because of your absence, Kazuya and Jin are at each other's necks, while the latter had started a global war. No one was there to keep them in line."

I saw her tense. "How...how do you know-?"

"It's not hard to tell who you're talking about..." I reached out and took her hat off. "...Jun Kazama."

She gasped and her eyes widened. Yes, it was indeed Jun Kazama, the very person who was missing for a decade or more. The very person most dear to Kazuya and Jin.

At least I think Kazuya still loves her...

"What...how...?"

"It doesn't matter how I know. What's important is that you are asking me a huge favor. That I am to try and rid them of their Devil Genes." I then smiled. "And I accept."

She blinked twice before she formed her own bright smile. "Really?"

I held up my index finger. "On one condition, of course..."

She then frowned. "One condition?"

"That's right."

"...You do know I'm older than you, right?"

"...Eh?"

"Besides, I don't do that stuff. Especially to younger men."

"What are you...?" Then realization dawned on me. "WHAT! NO! What the hell's the matter with you!"

"Huh?" she asked.

"Don't mistaken me for a pervert. I'm not that desperate."

"Oh. So then..." She crossed her arms. "...what's the condition?"

"I will do this..." I put on a serious face. "...only if you reveal yourself to the both of them."

Her eyes widened. "What?"

"They are both miserable without you. Look what type of trouble your husband and son are causing. At least..." I sighed. "...at least let them know you're still alive."

She looked down, seemingly unsure. "There was I reason why I hid."

"And what reason would that be?"

"I can't say..."

I took a deep breath before shrugging. "Well, okay. But please, somehow, at least give them a sign that you're still alive."

She looked back up. "So you'll do it?"

I grinned. "Of course! Those two have been through a lot, and so have you. I can't help but try and lend you a hand."

She bowed. "Arigatou, Owen-san."

"Don't mention it."

"I am sorry to have brought this burden upon you. I'm just really desperate."

"No big deal. Anyway, it's late. I should be heading back. The others may wonder where I am."

"Then I shouldn't keep you any longer. Thank you again. Farewell."

"Ah! One more thing before we part."

"Hm?"

I smirked. "That trenchcoat makes you look fat."

Her cheeks reddened and puffed as her expression turned into a frown. "How rude!"

"Just stating a fact."

"Hmph! Oyasumi!"

She spun around to storm off. "Wait."

She glared at me. "What?"

I held up her cap. "Don't wanna go around town without this, would ya?"

She took it and nodded. "Thanks. Good night."

I waved as she walked off, disappearing in the darkness of night. I chuckled and shook my head. I just know things'll get interesting.

To be continued...