Love & War 6: Replicants

by cw2k

This is a multi-crossover of four legendary fighting games combined into one. Chris and Melody returns, and must seek alliance once again to vanguish an ancient evil seeking to enslave humanity and defeat his army of duplicates.

14. Chapter 8: We Will Protect You

Love & War 6: Replicants

Chapter 8: We Will Protect You

"Well, I guess I've been getting stronger."

"Momiji is the apprentice of Ryu Hayabusa (Ninja Gaiden series) and the last maiden of the Dragon Shrine. Along with her older Kureha, she was raised to become a Dragon Shrine maiden. She was tasked with keeping the ancient relics passed down to the Hayabusa village from the ancient Dragon Lineage and carrying out the shrine maiden's rites and rituals to purify the world of malicious evil forces. Among the relics is the Eye of the Dragon, a jewel said to contain the souls of the ancient Dragons. Unlike Kureha, Momiji was spared the fate of her older sister during the Dark Dragon Blade incident. At the time, Momiji was away from the village on an errand only to come back to a ruined village. She was devastated by the loss of many lives, including Kureha. Momiji began training under Ryu as a precaution and became a skilled kunoichi and for the sake of the Hayabusa village, along with her abilities as the last maiden of the Dragon Shrine."

Melody took a portal to Japan. She found herself at the Kanzuki estates. Many of her females are there, waiting for her, including Karin Kanzuki herself.

"Welcome, Melody. Your family is expecting you"

Karin led Melody to Jade's room. Her, Chris, Tatyana, Raven, Tanya and the children were inside.

"Hey, guys."

"Greetings, Melody."

"Momiji."

"Melody, the kids seem to like Momiji," said Jade.

"I told you."

"Her story about her maidenship of the Dragon Shrine was impressive," Tanya-Camille said.

"I know. What's going on?"

"Melody, if I may," said Tanya. "We know that Ultratech has targeted you."

"I know. The tournament was designed to lure me out."

"I'm participating as well," said Jade.

"Why?'

"I'm not allowing this infidel to take my daughter away. You need protection. Who knows what this tournament has in store."

"That's why I wanted the kids here, mother. If need be, we'll spar."

"We need to spar with you as well," Tanya said. Tatyana nodded in agreement.

"One at a time, please. I can't handle you all."

"I agree," said Jade. "When does the tournament start?"

"In 3 days."

"Tanya will spar with you first. But we are joining you for the tournament as observers. We need to make sure you come out alive."

Melody nodded and hugged. "Thank you, mother."

"Do not worry, my child. Go on and spar with Tanya."