And I return!

I've been so sleepy these days, I could go to sleep on the bay

Then I remembered I had a story, so I said "Hey!"

I'll get up and finish this chapter, okay?

Alright, that's enough. Killer Bee rapping is stuck in my head...

Also, I have a new beta reader. Many thanks to you later, Houvdon.

Also, I have a little surprise for you all since I've hit 15k hits on the story. You guys can probably figure it out though.

Anyway, let's go ahead and start, shall we?

Dakarai's POV

I felt something soft on my back. I slowly opened my eyes to see a clear, blue sky. I sat up and looked around, only seeing lush, green grass.

Where the hell am I? I could see just fine, but I felt dull pain in both of my eyes. I stood up from my spot on the ground. Suddenly, I heard a soft laugh from behind me. I quickly turned around. I froze in place and my eyes widened.

"N-Nia?" I said in disbelief. She smiled at me. I slowly reached out my hand to touch her. She looked the same as I remembered. Soft, tan skin, brown eyes that shined in the light, and long, silky brown hair that stopped at her waist.

In the next moment, the terain became covered in fire. I blinked, and saw Nia being consumed by the fire.

"NO!" I screamed.

I jumped up from my bed. I was sweating, and panting. When I saw the fire consume Nia, I saw numerous other memories. My father being killed, watching my mother die in front of me, the same nightmares I had as a child. I noticed that everything was black. I put a hand on my eye, and I felt something similar to a bandage over it. I felt a pair of arms wrap around me.

"Are you okay?" I couldn't see her, but I recognized the voice. It was Gabriel.

"I-I'm fine. Why can't I see anything?" I asked her.

"Horus performed surgery on your eyes. You'll have to keep the bandages on for a week. After that, you'll be able to see." She replied. I nodded my head.

"You know, you could have hurt yourself in that fight, Dakarai." I heard Gabriel say. I smiled, as I could imaging the pout on her face.

"Gabriel, you should know me by now. I'll be fine."

"I saw the fight. You started coughing up blood, and not to mention the fire attack Riser used on you. You could have died." I heard the worry in her voice.

"Don't worry Gabriel, I won't be dying anytime soon." I replied.

'I can't allow myself to die anyway. Not until I get my revenge."

"Also, did you have a lover you never told me about?" Gabriel asked me. I nearly fell out of the bed. I felt my cheeks heat up.

"Uh, can I answer this question another time?" I asked.

"No, you will tell me now." I could imagine her crossing her arms and having a small pout on her face. I sighed, and frowned a little.

"I... I did." I answered. I felt her crawl onto my bed. She hugged me again.

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to upset you. Anubis told me everything, you know. And how you really feel inside your heart." She paused.

"Ever since Kahina died, you felt like you were the only one who could protect your sisters. So, you decided you would do anything to attain power and get your revenge, even if it means you'll die. If it means that the ones you care about will be safe in the end, you don't care if you die, right?" I could hear her voice falter a little. I was paralyzed by her words. I sighed again.

"Not only that, but after I got this mark on my neck and killed someone for the first time, I realized that I was nothing more than a killer and I enjoy it. I like destroying things. It's what I'm destined and designed to do. I don't know why, but I know that's all I am capable of. I'm a failure of a big brother and the worst boyfriend a woman could ever have. To be honest, I'm better off dead." I finished. I felt Gabriel release me from her hug. Was she mad?

*SMACK*

I got the answer to my question as I felt Gabriel slap me across the face. I was slightly in shock.

"Don't ever say that again. You have so much to live for. You're more than what you think of yourself, Dakarai. So much more." I felt something wet drop onto my hands. Was she... crying?

"Do you want to know what I see when I look at you, Dakarai? I see a little boy who's smart, kind, loves his family, and wants to do his very best in life."

So she still sees me as a child? I figured.

"But now, I also see a handsome, strong young man who hasn't even started life yet. He is a bit of a loner, but I know he has a big heart as well." I felt myself tear up at her words. How could I make her cry over me? She really does care about me. I leaned over, and gave her a hug.

I'm sorry, Gabriel. I didn't mean to make you cry." She returned my hug, and started to squeeze me. I ignored the pain I felt.

"Amara told me about your suicide attempts too. I don't ever want to lose you, Dakarai. You're too young to be thinking about dying." She said to me. I smiled.

"You don't have to worry about me making any more suicide attempts. I'm here to stay, Gabriel."

Now, I would appreciate it if you didn't hug me so hard. I can feel one of my ribs about to crack, and I can barely breathe..." I said. She instantly released me from her hug. I laughed a little bit.

Straya's POV

I rubbed my eyes as I slowly rose up from my place on the couch. Taking a nap after a bath is the best. My ears twitched as I heard someone walk next to me.

"Enjoyed your nap, nya~?" I glanced over to see Kuroka.

"I did. I really needed one after that last mission. Did Dakarai win against Riser?" I asked her. I wasn't able to finish watching the fight since I had a mission to complete. So, I asked Kuroka to watch it and tell me what happened when I returned to base.

"He won. But towards the end, he snapped. His dark side came out." I froze at Kuroka's words.

"Did he...do anything drastic?" I asked.

"He only broke Riser's arms. He would have have killed Riser and his younger sister, but he turned back to normal, although I'm not sure what made him turn back." She answered me. I sighed. His condition was getting worse. Maybe I should have grabbed those pills after I killed that bastard I called a master.

Before I could even say anything else, Vali walked into the room. He looked at me.

"Straya, I must say I am impressed with your brother. He truly is strong." He said. I waved my hand.

"Hmph, well when I decide to go visit him, I'll tell him that the Hakuryuukou wants to fight him." I replied. I looked down at my pink kimono. Maybe it's time for a change. Something similar to Kuroka's, maybe?

"I couldn't ask for anything better. But, have you considered recruiting him into the Khaos Brigade?" Vali asked me. I froze for a second.

"Why in the hell would I want my younger brother to become a criminal with a bounty on his head throughout the supernatural world?" I said, slightly pissed that he even asked me that question.

"Think about it. He would be safer here. And you would be able to keep a closer eye in him. I thought you wanted to have your brother and sister here in the first place?" He asked me.

"I did, but I want them to enjoy life without constantly being chased and hunted down. They deserve better than the life of a criminal."

"I read the files you keep in your room, Straya. At this point in time, your brother needs a certain drug to keep him in check. Otherwise, he'll start to suffer symptoms and possibly die. If you had him here, you could use senjutsu on him until you can acquire the drug he needs." Vali said to me. I wish I had enough time to put those files back, dammit. Only Kuroka and I knew about that.

"You may not notice it, but you care about your younger brother deeply. Whenever we go to try and find this woman you're looking for, you become more determined than when you're on a normal mission. You told me about your last moments with your mother, and the promise you made to her. You also told me how you feel like you failed as an older sister." I was speechless at his words. I did tell him that, but I was drunk, and I had heard about my brother trying to commit suicide.

"Vali, I was drunk that night. Although I thank you for hearing me out, I did not intend to tell you that. Ever. I will deal with my own problems, alright?" I said.

"You are one of my teammembers, Straya. If something is troubling you, it can affect the rest of the team. I do care about you, so if you want to bring your younger siblings here, you have my support." I was at a loss for words.

"You have my support as well, nya~." Kuroka said, resting her hand on my shoulder. I took a deep breath.

"I'll think about it." I replied as I got up and started to walk to my room. I stopped however, and walked back to Vali. I looked at him for a little bit.

*SMACK*

"Stop staring at my ass, you perv." I said as I slapped him. I continued to walk back to my room. Kuroka started laughing, while Vali rubbed his cheek. I saw a faint blush on his face.

"I was not." He tried to deny it.

{To be fair, partner...} I heard the voice of Albion behind me.

"Shut it, Albion." Vali said to the dragon.

Dakarai's POV

I was trying not to fall asleep at the dinner table. Gabriel had cooked a big meal, to celebrate me defeating Riser. I'm still not sure what happened to the poor bastard, but if anything, he should be awake from the Tsukuyomi.

"So, Dakarai, I found this letter in your locker at school today." I heard Spike say to me.

"Burn it." I said simply.

Dakarai, a girl took out the time to make this letter for you. Just listen to it." Amara said.

"I agree. You should at least consider her feelings." Gabriel said to me.

"She could meet me face to face. Then I can tell her no." I said, resting my head on the palm of my hand.

"You can't be such a heartless savage like that." Spike said to me.

"Fine, go ahead and read it." I said.

"If you're reading this, I...I would like to thank you for even reading this. It warms my heart and makes me happy that you decided to read this letter. I know it's sounds a little bit creepy, but I've been watching you since you've arrived at the academy. Not like a stalker watches somebody! But, more like an admirer. Whenever I see you at school, I get butterflies in my stomach, and I can't muster up the courage to speak to you, which is why I am writing this letter to you. I'm not like the other girls who have pictures of you in their rooms. I noticed you aren't a playboy, and you take your studies seriously. You carry yourself in a cool way, and you just exude confidence and strength. I also think you're really handsome and cute! I just want to go out on a...date with you. Even if you don't return my feelings, I completely understand. You don't even have to come meet me! Although, I would be the happiest girl alive if you did decide to come on a date with me. I'll be waiting at the mall on Saturday at 1:30!"

I sighed as Amara finished reading the letter. Before I heard her read it, I did hear what sounded like someone snatching a piece of paper.

I felt a slight heat rush to my cheeks.

"Sounds like someone is quite smitten with you, big bro." I heard Amara say.

"Lucky bastard, I can't even get one letter from a girl." Spike said, annoyed.

"Dakarai, you do plan on meeting this girl, right?" I heard Gabriel say in a sweet tone. I felt fear creep up my back.

"Uhhh, well...you see-" Before I could even finish, Gabriel spoke.

"You will go meet this girl and give her a good time, okay? You will not break this girl's heart by standing her up." I heard her say. I felt powerless at her voice. She was serious. If I wanted to stay alive, I had no other choice.

"I'll go on a date with her." I said.

"Splendid! Make sure you'll be ready the day before, got it?" Gabriel told me. I nodded my head.

I had 5 days to get ready. I'll be able to take off the bandages on my eyes too on the day of the date.

Maybe I needed this. Perhaps it was time for me to move on.

Riza's POV

I sighed as I looked at the match between Dakarai and Riser. Luckily, I had someone record it for me. I snapped my fingers. The head of my elite team appeared, dressed as a ninja.

"What is your request, Mistress Riza?" He spoke to me.

"No need for formalities, Yasu. I need to mobilize your team and retrieve one of my former test subjects, Dakarai. I want him here on Saturday."

"As you wish." He replied before vanishing. I sighed. I would have a heavier workload, but it'd be worth it. When I figure out how to control the dark side of that boy, I'll have the key to ruling the world.

Finished this on my phone. God bless to me. My fingers... T_T

Also, like I said, story will be revamped in the future. And don't worry, I didn't forget about Issei. In fact, he'll be meeting someone who's gonna give him a hard time. *wink*