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Chapter Two

Mai rushed upstairs, before everyone else even realized what was happening. Whatever this thing was, it was strong and not at all happy that they were there. Running down the hallway Mai ran into the only lit room, starring in horror at what she saw. Two little children huddled in a corner crying, as they watched their toys being thrown at them from across the room. There was no time. Whatever it is, it's going to hit the children. She hurled herself in front of them, just as it threw a wooden block, causing Mai's frantic world to go black.

*( Naru's POV)*

Everyone starred at each other as the screams grew louder and louder. Suddenly, a small blur sped past him and up the stairs. What the? Mai! As he watched her fly down the hall; it clicked.

"No Mai! Don't go! It's a trap!" Naru yelled as he ran after her. Just as he came upon the doorway a sharp pain coursed through his head and knocked him to his knees. When the pain had subsided and his blurred vision had ceased; the sight before him seemed to be from one of his darkest nightmares. Mai crumpled on the floor: blood pooling around her head. Time slowed down for Naru as he came towards her. He dropped down beside her and cradled her head against his chest.

Gene! Where are you? Mai's hurt and we don't have the luxury to wait for her informative dreams!

Yo! Naru what's up?

What the hell? Listen Gene this is no time to be giving me a migraine. Mai's been hit in the head. The gash is deep and the blood isn't clotting. What do I need to do?

What happened?

We're on a case John asked us to help out with. The presence is extremely strong and started attacking almost immediately after we arrived. It was throwing toys at the kids and Mai was trying to protect them. That's when the block hit her head. Gene, she's losing too much blood!

I'll take care of it.

Thanks.

Don't thank me. This means you are indebted to me and you know what I want.

Gene, do we have to talk about this now?

No, of course not; but Noll, we will talk about this.

Fine! Just help her!

Like I wasn't going to do it anyways. Now shut up and listen to me. You need to get her to a hospital as soon as possible, until then put pressure on the wound. Oh and don't forget your promise.

Naru sighed at this; he had been hoping that Gene wouldn't remember.

I won't.

*( Mai's POV)*

…I won't… What? Where did that come from? It sounded like Naru. Is he worried? Why does everything feel so hazy? Where am I? Looking around the dark space that had engulfed her, Mai was suddenly surrounded by floating orbs.

Mai.

Standing before her was the one person she was confident could tell her what was happening. Naru? What wrong? Is everything ok?

Unfortunately, it's not; you're unconscious Mai. We were on a case with Lin and there was an attack. The presence threw a block at you and it hit your head. No worries though. He said with an uncharacteristically optimistic smile. I'm taking you to the hospital and you'll be good as new in no time.

Who are you and what have you done with Naru? You never smile, yet here you are smiling. I mean, I'm lucky if I get a smirk out of you and even those are few and far between. And when did you become so optimistic? I nicknamed you Naru because you're narcissistic.

I was trying to be more optimistic since you're unconscious, but since you obviously are having trouble with this adjustment; I'll change back.

Oh! No wait, I didn't mean it! This is a nice change.

I'm sorry Mai, but it's too late, I'm already back to my narcissistic self. Oh, before you go, you should know I have a different name in your world.

Staring at the figure that was slowly vanishing before her, Mai stood in shock. Wait, you're not Naru?

*(Naru POV)*

Naru lifted Mai into his arms and carried her out of the room, yelling at the children to come with him. There was a big chance that the presence would attack as soon as it regained the energy it had used up. This meant that they had to get the family out of there and soon.

"What happened?" Asked Mr. Hashire.

"The presence was attacking the children in the playroom." Explained Naru; casting a glance over at the children who were crying in their grandmother's embrace. "Apparently, Mai was trying to protect them and there was an accident. Until we can get a full team here my opinion is for you and your family to stay with a nearby relative or in a hotel until we have completely exorcised the house. Pack only the essentials, if the presence is still here we will catch it."

"I understand."

"If you will excuse me, I have to get her to the hospital." Said Naru, slightly adjusting Mai in his arms. "Lin, please get the door."

As Naru carried Mai to the van, he noticed just how beautiful she was. Her soft heart shaped face; marred by blood from her wound. The slight protrusion of her bottom lip, causing her to look like she was pouting. Naru smirked, this was the girl he loved. Sliding into the back seat Naru continued to cradle her, it seemed wrong to leave her alone and if she worsened he would never forgive himself.

"Sleep well, bella cara mia." Naru whispered into her ear.

AUTHORS' NOTES

Lilac rain: So sorry it took so long since our last post. Hopefully, we will be able to post new chapters soon! Note that Naru was speaking Italian.(he knows italian in this fic) It tranlates to "My beautiful dream".

Mayaha: Sorry! But we had alot going on what with EOCT's being this posts will be on Sundays or Wednesdays. oh and we were so happy when we say the reveiws