Chapter 13: Back From the Dead

Java Island, Indonesia

King's mind was rattled. He and Craig managed to win their battle against Asuka Kazama and Lili at the stage within a Wayang Kulit festival. Craig began to question King as to why he had a hard time with Asuka, as he easily dealt with Lili, who was upset with Craig for not calling her while she left Japan a few weeks ago. In short, Craig didn't care for the rambling bitch. King was inside the limo resting his right leg for it was nearly twisted by Asuka. Craig enters in front of him to talk.

Craig: "Damn King, you let that pint sized girl almost break your ankle. What's the deal?"

King: "Well the girl was a lot quicker that I thought."

Craig: "You're lucky I put that rich girl in her place. Otherwise, you would be a laughing stock to the world losing to a teenage girl."

King: "Whatever Craig. Anyway I've been wondering something?"

Craig: "Huh?"

King: "It's been six months since we became mercenaries for this insurance company and yet, still no sign of the real boss."

Craig: "We're getting paid. What's your point?"

King: "Katsu said we would be after Ogre too. We weren't able to get him in Tokyo after our loss, but there will be a chance he returns once again. I can't open that orphanage knowing that monster is still out there."

Craig: "Hmm..mmm."

King: "I mean it Craig, this isn't about the money. It's about making things right. You'll be happy to know that the nunnery now has police protection from the cartels. Mother Clara told me so. Ogre comes into the world whenever great warriors arrive in large numbers. So the next question would be when?"

Craig: "I don't know man. Let's just focus on what Katsuhiro wants us to do and get wins."

King: "That Katsu doesn't have our best interest in mind. He's up to something. I just know it."

The limo driver interrupts the conversation because Katsuhiro called through the car phone.

Katushiro (on the video phone): "How are you gentlemen? A job well done in your victory, the both of you."

Craig: "Thanks."

King: "What's the latest on Ogre?"

Katsuhiro: "We can't find him. It's a shame we couldn't capture him during opening night. Another opportunity will present itself soon enough."

King: "Ogre doesn't need to be captured, he has to be destroyed."

Katsuhiro: "The boss would be upset if this monster were to be slain."

King: "Your boss is a fool then, because if Ogre gets stronger he will take over this world like he tried many ages ago!"

Katsuhiro: "Absurd! Ogre will be subdued! No legend will scare this company from capturing a chimera! Do not challenge my authority ever again King the II, or I will send task forces to Mexico and eradicated every known member of the Jaguar Clan! Now is that clear!"

King (pissed, but is forced to calm down.): "Crystal!"

Katsuhiro (Calms down.): "Good. Now that we understand each other. I have the arranged your next matchup personally. Return to Tokyo and my secretary will give you the details."

The phone call ends, but King was so pissed he wanted to smash the TV in. This punk ass of a vice president threatened to slay his people if he didn't follow his orders. Craig had to hold him from throwing a temper tantrum, which is ironic.

Craig (Restrains King.) : "King dude! Snap out of it!"

King: "Damn him! He's going to pay for his disrespect!"

Craig (Let's go.): "And here I thought I was the impossible one."

King: "You are! How can you like a slouch such as Katsu! The guy is bitchmade!"

Craig: "I agree, but he's giving me more cash than wrestling ever could. Got me feeling like Warren Buffett."

King: "Money can't buy you satisfaction Craig. I'm done talking. Let's just shut up! Fuck!"

Craig could only shake his head, at this erratic behavior displayed by usually calm King. He loved money too much. The luxury he was getting from Shibata LP was far more intriguing than what he got as a normal wrestling celebrity. Yet King valued the lives of others, even those who never knew him like his fans. Craig still felt like that was a weakness. For him, not everyone was worth loving for they too were selfish like Lili.

Back in LA…

Michelle decided to stay with Julia and help her move out of the hotel in order to comfort her about Ganryu's attempted kidnapping. Armor King went on ahead to make arrangements to buy a condo room with the money they won from the last fight. Michelle grew angry with Ganryu about trying to not just kidnap Julia, but making her have sex with him. However, Julia insisted that she only wanked Ganryu. Michelle didn't seem convinced. Ganryu in her mind was a pervert and a brute. How dare he try to lay his fingers on her precious Julia. Before leaving out the hotel room, Michelle gave her daughter insight on dealing with someone like Ganryu.

Michelle: "Like I've told you in the past, never let a man or boy coax you into doing anything they want you to do. You're very lucky Ganryu passed out from his climax. I'm even more shocked that his friend did nothing. But you get what I'm saying Julia?"

Julia (sighs): "I understand mom, but I don't know what came over me. Why did I tell him that I wanted to pleasure him?"

Michelle: "Well…now that you are no longer a virgin, your mind is beginning to crave the desire to nurture a person's lust. Sometimes a man or woman can express this craving by self pleasure. Whether you do it with someone or not, your lust or craving needs to be dealt with."

Julia: "That's why I feel so dirty. I didn't want to have sex again after what Armor King did. It scared me to feel pain like that. I thought all men were big like him, until I saw Ganryu. He was a lot smaller that I thought…until he blasted me. Now I can't stop thinking about King. But I'm so afraid to feel pain again."

Michelle: "It's my fault. I should have gave you a better discussion about how to handle your body as you got older, and how boys would come after you for it. With you being an ace student in high school and college. I'd figured some geek would be the perfect boyfriend for you. However, things didn't turn out like that did they?"

Julia (Crying.): "How is it your fault? I feel wrong about doing that to Ganryu…I'm just a freak!"

Michelle: "No! Do not talk like that! Armor King knew it would be traumatizing for someone such as you to challenge King and seduce him. That's why I agreed to help him give you pleasure. So you can feel good in body, mind, and spirit!"

Julia (sobbing.): "Forgive me…mom!"

Michelle (Consoles her daughter.): "Julia…my baby…now is not the time for tears. I'm glad you're alright. But now I see you need some more experience in mating. I will tell Armor King. Only he can help you regain your self-esteem. Do not be afraid. It is in our nature as females to be the nurturer of mankind."

Julia (getting a hold of herself.): "I'll try…mother."

Michelle: "That's my Julia. C'mon. Dry yourself up so we can meet back with Armor King."

The Changs eventually got back with Armor King. He had finalized the payments for purchasing their temporary home at the Carlyle Residences. It was definitely an upgrade from their hotel stay. After gathering nearly all of their belongings, Michelle told Armor King that Julia was still traumatized about last night. He agreed to take Julia elsewhere so she could better understand herself. With that in mind, Armor King tells Julia to come with him while Michelle decided to leave to buy some food for the night.

A few hours pass, Michelle had gotten out of the taxi, heading back to her new place of stay. Coming from the sidewalk, a woman bumps into Michelle while she was carrying her bags of groceries. The impact makes Michelle land on the street. A car was coming fast, but Michelle instinctively rolls out of danger. Furious, she asks the lady what her problem was.

Michelle: Dammit lady! You almost made me roadkill! Apologize!"

The woman looks at her in fright, catching her breath. However, Michelle recognized her face right away. The sight damn near made her jump out of her boots she couldn't believe it! The woman before was infact Jun Kazama!

Jun (Frantic.): "Please! You have to hide me!"

Michelle: "What?"

Jun: "Some men are after me! I'm tired! I can't keep running like this! Michelle help me!"

Michelle: "Ok ok! Just follow me alright?"

Michelle grabs her groceries and leads Jun into the Residences. Michelle could sense some strong chis running past the street they just left from. Michelle and Jun hid in the back alleyway of the condo. The men searched the area, but could find no sign of Jun. Their leader orders them to move out and search elsewhere. With relief, Jun sits down. Her feet were sore, and her leg muscles worn out. Michelle noticed her fatigue. She offered Jun to take her back into the loft, this way she could rest.

In the living room, Michelle gives Jun a bucket of cold water for her feet, and a drink of green tea. Michelle wanted to know just how Jun is still alive or is this someone else.

Jun (Shakes her head.): "No I am Jun."

Michelle: "But how? You survived the attack from Ogre seven years ago?"

Jun: "I can't explain it. First I see the beast and now I wake up from the forest as if seven years passed liked it was yesterday. I looked to find my son. I did reunite with him, but I had to leave."

Michelle: "Really? Why?"

Jun: "It's crazy. My son has become a warmonger, just like his father and his father's before him It's the spirits inside them that make them do this. But something is not right with me either. I can't explain it. Forgive me Michelle, but the sooner I leave the better."

Michelle: "No Jun. I'm glad you're alive. Your safe here now. Whoever is after you will have to stop their chase."

Jun: "I'm not even sure if it's me they are after. Anyway, I need to rest. But I won't trouble you anymore than I have Michelle."

Michelle: "Of course you can rest here Jun. You're an old friend. I'm happy to see you are still living. Well, I will be in my bedroom. Knock on my door if you need anything."

This made Jun nod her head in gratitude, though her eyes never changed. Eventually, Jun dries her feet with a towel Michelle gave her. Jun didn't want to sleep overnight. She would need to make her move once more before dawn. Michelle left Jun alone for she was sleepy. She took off her boots and hopped into her master bed. She wondered how Armor King was doing teaching Julia more about pleasing a man. Hopefully things will turn out smoothly for them.

Notes: Sending thanks to Suga227 for the latest review. More thoughtful reviews are welcome. So Michelle gives Jun refuge at her condo. Will she stay or leave unannounced? King investigates more the Shibata LP and their real motives. Also, Armor King gives Julia a peculiar lesson on love.