That late evening, Ryû Hayabusa wore off his kimono and dressed with a dark blue jean, a black shirt and a leather jacket. He wore his katana behind and took off, leaving a swirl of green leaves.

He was surprised that lights were still on at Hitomi's dojo and knew Kasumi or Hitomi would be there, instinctively.

" She's learning Karate?" he thought when he saw her working out. Before opening the door, he noticed she wasn't alone.

Koichi was with her. What looked like karate courses first, wasn't really some. He was gentle, slow and didn't miss any chance to be close to her body while teaching her some moves. That man may look polite, may be romantic and all funny with her, sure he had some ideas behind.

Hayabusa was being impassive. But even keeping his calm, he felt irritated seeing her with someone else. He laid against the wall, crossed his arms and waited, being sure she would sense his energy sooner or later.

" Koichi, is it okay if I let you lock the door?"

" Yeah, sure, see you tomorrow" said Koichi

She turned off the lights and opened the door.

" So his name is Koichi…" said Ryû.

" Hayabusa-san!" Kasumi looked surprised and worried.

" Don't worry, I wasn't spying on you. " He moved away from the wall

They started to walk together.

" You seem tense" she said

" It wasn't my best day if you wanna know" he answered

[ Rock my body by The Higher song starts playing ]

They stopped before her motorbike.

" Is it the same you stole that day?" he asked

" You thought I was this naive keeping a stolen motorbike and facilitating my chasing? Please!" she laughed

" Do you mind if I drive?"

" Have you driven this only once?"

" Let me show you" he said as he get on the motorcycle.

Kasumi joined him. She remarked the katana at his back while putting her arms around him. When he drove the speed to the maximum, Hayabusa felt her hands tighter on his abdomen. He liked it more than he would admit. He could do that all night, but he wasn't there to drive her motorcycle or even court her. Leaving the highway, he parked in front of her apartment. Fortuitously, he brushed his hand against hers, then got off.

" Just admit it, you already drove motorcycles!"

" Guilty!" He answered

" Do you want to come in?" she asked

Ryû looked at her, stretching the silence.

" Here's a letter from Hayate. Be careful Kasumi…" Hayabusa handed a letter and eclipsed away using his ninpo.

Disappointed by his leaving, Kasumi entered her apartment and sat in the kitchen to read the letter.

"Dear sister,

You must know it wasn't my decision to hunt you down. I didn't have any choice because of the elders.

I am proud you successfully escaped their ninja wall. I begin to think they suspected Hayabusa for helping you. I don't know where you are, but I was told you are safe, still training hard.

Father and mother are in good health. Don't dare coming back, it would be suicidal of yours.

Be on your guard, as always!

Your brother

Hayate"

[ Rock my body by The Higher song's fading ]

His writing made her smile, but she wasn't relieved at his words about Ryû. Kasumi was afraid he would have some problems because of her. She took a quick shower and tried to get some sleep. Tomorrow was going to be a long day.

It was hot and humid outside. The girls went off with Hitomi's car and were invited to a party by a friend of Koichi's.

[ Kazzer feels good to be real song starts ]

Music was really loud and there were already a lot of people drinking, playing Beerpong and swimming.

" Welcome girls! I am Kokoro, Koichi friend" greeted the black haired girl

" And I am Helena, you must be Hitomi, Lei Fang and Kasumi?" asked the blond women

" Yes we are, nice to meet you!" answered Hitomi

" Looks like the party is already thrown." said Kasumi, smiling.

Hitomi, Lei Fang and Kasumi bonded quickly with Kokoro.

" It's your first real party, aren't you excited Kasumi?" Asked Lei Fang

" Hey I am not retarded! I already been to parties, just more traditional and there's wasn't some fancy drinks"

" I mean here, in Tokyo!"

" Of course!" Kasumi chuckled

[ Kazzer feels good to be real song fades ]

But something was bothering her. She sensed a familiar energy. She decided to ignore it, to enjoy the party with her friends. Sun was slowly setting down and Kasumi had a third strawberry margarita.

She was too deep in her spirit to notice she already went to the kitchen, wanting water. She had trouble reaching a glass. All of sudden, someone else's hand grabbed it for her. She turned around, to see he was standing a lot closer to her than she thought.

" You look like someone I know" she said.

He chuckled while looking down, before meeting her gaze. Against all odds, Kasumi was against the counter, his hands on her hips and his lips pressed against hers.

" I thought you would remember, even with the drinks" said Koichi, laughing

Her senses were so altered. Who was it? Her sight became all blurry.

" How many did you have?" he continued, noticing how serious she looked and how dizzy she went.

" I only had three margaritas… I don't.. I don't understand" she answered.

Koichi frowned, looking a lot more concerned.

" Hey Kasumi, come dance with us!" proposed Kokoro while she walked toward them with Hitomi.

Kasumi blacked out for a moment and slided against the counter's door.

" What is going on?" asked Hitomi

" Something was in her drink for sure. I'll watch her until you will be ready to go home." said Koichi after he sat beside Kasumi.

From the side, Hitomi saw someone outside, far enough, looking at them… When she stood up, that person urged to leave. She couldn't see his or her face, but Hitomi definitely exchanged with those bloodshot eyes.

When the redhead kunochi came back to herself through the night, she was already in her bed at the apartment. Kasumi remembered nothing else but that familiar energy. Anxiety was building up and made her feel all nauseous.

Author's word : Hi everyone, It's AmbradeLuna! How do you like the story so far? Any recommendations about my writing is welcome :)