Chapter 18

Wiping his blade on the sleeve of his jacket, a scruffy, shady looking man stood over the bodies of Kylie and Freddy.

Saying a quick prayer for the two, the man pulled out a piece of paper and crossed off their names. The remaining names on the list were Sayori, Markus, Yuri, Monica and Natsuki. He knew they fled the country. And he knew exactly where they went.

"I'll see you all shortly." the man spoke with venom.

In LA, Lilly, Monica and Makio were passed out in various locations in the club. Lilly was passed out on one of the dancer's stages. Monica was asleep at the bar. And Makio was hanging halfway off one of the booths.

As for Sasha, she was already up and cleaning at the bar.

"Mm." Monica groaned as she came to. "Fuck. Haven't done that in a while."

"You sound like a bitch." Sasha chuckled before offering her some pills to help.

Taking them, Monica rubbed her forehead.

"Life as a goodie two-shoes high schooler made me a bit of a light weight."

"Seems like." Sasha said before looking to the other two girls. "Oi!" She shouted, making them both jolt upright. "Get the fuck up."

Lilly slowly got to her feet while Makio groaned and laid back down.

A few hours later

After waking up and eating breakfast, the trio felt a lot better. Sasha made them a massive feast, with the help of magic from Monica.

"So, you and that Stud get false I.D.s yet?" Sasha asked. "You two still seem to go by your old names."

"We haven't gotten around to it, yet."

"Figured." Sasha said. "First one's on me."

Sasha tossed Monica her new I.D.

"Jennifer Coral?"

"Yeah. Seemed to fit you." Sasha said. "Got one for your boy toy, too."

"Don't think he's my "boy toy" anymore." Monica, Jennifer, said.

"Shame." Sasha pouted mockingly. "Pretty fucked up you did your friend like that, though. Fucking her man."

"She'll get over it." Monica said, dismissively. "Eventually."

"Don't count on it being anytime soon." Kimiko said, glaring at Jennifer from the doorway.

Mark walked in behind Kimiko, heading over to the bar.

"Hey, Stud." Sasha said, presenting his fake I.D. "Got you a present." Tossing it to him, Mark caught it.

"Callum Amagi." He said the name aloud.

Pocketing it without any other reaction, Jennifer and Kimiko stared each other down.

"How'd you two sleep?" Lilly asked.

Sasha was busy brewing a pot of coffee for the lot of them.

"Fine." Cal replied nonchalantly. "What about you guys?"

"Pretty damn... well." Makio said with a hiccup. "Ugh." She groaned. "Please, no fighting. I don't have the energy to get between you two. Out of respect; no fighting." Makio groaned again, clearly hungover.

Kimiko groaned before turning the other cheek. As for Jennifer, she turned away as well.

"Thank... You." She hiccuped.

Cal, seeing Kimiko glaring at Jennifer, placed his hands on her shoulders and led her over to one of the booths. Once he had, Sasha slid over with some food for the two of them.

"So, how was your guys' night?" Sasha asked.

Kimiko wrapped herself around Cal's arm, snuggling up to him. Not in a protective way, but in her best way to show him affection. After last night, she didn't want to leave his side.

"Good, I take it?" Sasha guessed.

"Mm." Kimiko hummed a confirmation.

"So, you two fuck?" Sasha asked, bluntly, getting right to the point.

Kimiko's face flushed red as Lilly and Makio both appeared around her as if out of nowhere.

"I- we- what're you all looking at?!" She shouted, clearly overwhelmed.

"That's a "yes." Sasha said with a grin. "How was your first time?"

"Ah- none of your business!" Kimiko shouted with embarrassment.

"So you admit you guys fucked!" Sasha exclaimed.

"Guys." Cal said, getting the trio to back off a bit. "Give her some room. She's still catching her breath."

Kimiko's eyes widened as Lilly and Makio both leaned in again.

"Why was she out of breath?" Sasha asked, ever the devil's advocate.

"I would also like to hear this answer." Lilly commented. "Kimikoooooo."

Kimiko's face flushed red as she stared at a single spot on the table.

Looking up, she had a blank look on her face, having snapped under pressure.

Breathing is fun.* She thought to herself.

"I think that's enough, ladies." Cal said with a chuckle. "She looks ready to pop."

After a few moments, Sasha decided to break the silence.

"So, ladies, Stud," Sasha said as she clasped her hands together. "Since a few of you are first timers to the City of Angels, I would like to be your personal tour guide around this fabulous city."

"Now?" Makio groaned. "Count me out. I'm staying in today."

"Eh, whatever." Sasha shrugged. "Anyone else staying?"

Jennifer and Lilly raised their hands.

"Your loss." Sasha waved her hand as she turned to leave. "C'mon, you two."

Following Sasha, the trio went on a grand tour of L.A. From the beach, to the Stars of Hollywood, to the Hollywood sign itself.

Before long, night had fallen, and the three returned to Club Yuno.

The three spent the day getting acquainted with each other. Kimiko learned about Shapeshifters, while Cal learned about good date spots to take Kimiko.

Arriving at the Club, Lilly sprung over to them.

"Alright, good news." She said. "You-" she stopped to glance at Sasha. "Not you." She then turned back to the couple. "But you two have your very own place here in the building, now. "I called my folks, a few strings were pulled, and voila!" She presented the couple with a set of keys to their own Penthouse. "You two should find it very comforting. C'mon!"

Ushering them into the other elevator, Lilly used the keys to light up one of the PH buttons. Pressing it, it wasn't long before they arrived outside their new official home.

Upon entering the penthouse, Kimiko and Cal were both left speechless.

It was luxurious. Almost as much as Lilly's.

They had a balcony, including a pool and hot tub. A second floor where the master bedroom was located. A massive bathroom with a standing shower and jacuzzi tub. And two sinks with one large mirror.

The living room consisted of a large TV, almost the size of the whole wall. Multiple gaming consoles. Two massage chairs, and a love seat. As well as a coffee table and two end tables on either side of the sofa.

The kitchen came stocked with everything Gordon Ramsay would include. An impressive, 3 oven wall oven. A bar, with countless alcoholic beverages and the means to mix them. A fridge built into one of the cupboards. A dish washer, and luxurious sink.

As well as a few guest rooms, or "in case you two decide to have a pup" rooms.

"They allow pets?" Kimiko asked.

"That's not what she meant..." Cal said under his breath, his face flush red.

"If you need anything, you know where I live." Lilly smiled. "The others have their own places here, too. Ciao!"

With that, the two were left alone.

"So, what now?" Kimiko asked, looking to Cal.

A few weeks later: over the Pacific Ocean

Looking out of the window of the plane, the man from the forest looked at the blue far below. Smiling, he leaned back and let his eyes close.

As for the members of Club Yuno, every night was a party.

From the music, to the dancing, to the alcohol, and drugs. Kimiko and Cal were both falling more and more into the club and party life, thanks to the others.

Downing another shot, Cal shook his head as Kimiko followed suit.

"Anotherrr!" Kimiko shouted with a bit of a slur.

"Here ya go." Sasha slid over and dropped off two shots before joining the duo in the booth. "You two seem to be enjoying yourselves."

"Why... wouldn't we?" Kimiko shouted over the music. "There ain't... Shit we can't do."

"How about you, Stud?" Sasha turned to him. "You enjoying your new life?"

Cal didn't answer, staring off at something. Sasha waited a few seconds before snapping her fingers to get Cal's attention.

"Hellooo." She said, snapping him out of his thoughts.

"Huh? Sorry. What?" Cal asked.

"Jesus, you good, Stud?" Sasha asked. "You look kinda spooked."

"Yeah. I'm fine." Cal dismissed her. "It's just-"

Hearing a loud crash caused Cal to jump, turning to the source. Seeing someone getting back on their feet, Cal turned his attention back to Sasha.

"Sorry. It's just been a rough day." Cal answered. "Think I'm gonna call it a night."

"I'm coming with!" Kimiko announced as she got to her feet, stumbling into Cal. "Sorry."

"I'll help you get Alcy here to your place." Sasha said, helping Kimiko walk.

Making it back to their penthouse, the trio headed inside and upstairs. Sasha laid Kimiko down and helped her out of her shoes and shirt before turning to leave.

"Get some rest, you two." She said before descending.

Kimiko was already out by the time her head hit the pillow, leaving Cal to his thoughts.

"Fuck." He said softly as he dug his thumb in the palm of his hand.

Thinking of the party caused a sudden flash of blood and bodies to fill Cal's mind. Smacking the side of his head, Cal forced the images away, only for them to come back instantly.

Hearing Kimiko mumble brought Cal back to the moment. Brushing a strand of her hair out of her face, Cal smiled before laying beside her. Wrapping and arm around her, he pulled her close before letting himself sleep.

End of chapter 18