The moment we went home, we practically collapsed onto whatever furniture was near us. After partying with Burnice's nonstop nitro fuel and eating a lot from Cheesetopia after a long day of fighting? Terrible idea. We were beyond sore and practically wiped out already.

My hand plopped over my own head, "Ugh….that was an…eventful day…"

"Unfortunately this is a regular occurrence for us…so I'm surprised you out of all people is not used to it…" Bunny sighs, "I'm going to bed. Night…."

As she headed for her room, Spot heard a knock at the door and went to check it out. I simply laid on the floor lazily as I turned to stare at the ceiling. Jeez maybe i should really reflect on my training more. I'm getting rusty on it. Maybe I'll train tomorrow with some old friends of mine….

"It seems I've come at a rather interesting time I see. I do hope I'm not intruding upon your leisure time after you've just returned…." I look up to see Lycaon as he held his hand out for me, "Yet another day, another adventure, hm?"

I chuckled softly and take his hand to let him help me up, "Eh nothing new. We're alive that's the good part…what are you doing here…?"

"Well I was strolling around sixth street and seen you were home at last. And it's around that time for my maintenance work with Spot after all…it was an opportune time fortunately for me. Unless you are in need of rest first of course…." Lycaon said with a hint of worry.

Spot came over with his toolbox, "What? No way! Your prosthetics need the maintenance…besides we're all friends here! We go way back!"

Lycaon chuckles, "I suppose I cannot go against a dear friend's wishes. Very well. Just please don't push yourself too hard Spot…"

I smile at the two before quietly heading to room. I remember meeting Spot. He was even more nervous than he was now. Shy and a huge klutz. But not when I met him….I had run away from my home during a very hard time in my life and he was the one who comforted me and had the others help me get in for shelter from the rain. Even if he was nervous, he made sure I was completely ok before letting me go back to my family. Hell i still had the sweater he sent me off with. He joked that he left to get his stuff back….But I'm just happy I gave him an opportunity to explore his true passions in gadgets.

I yawned as I head to my room as well. It was rather late anyways….Oh. I noticed Inky by my open windowsill. I giggled and walked over to him.

"Awww were you waiting for me lil guy? Sorry I took so long…Here. Some treats I got from Blazewood. I hope you like it~" I pass Inky a cat treat.

Inky seems appeased by the offering before running off with it. Sucks that he still is hesitant on trusting me. But I guess I'll have to be patient. Yeesh it's cold though. I should close the window…wait. When we left, I don't recall leaving my window open. Hell Bunny scolds me not to leave it like that so even I can't forget. I slowly back away before eying a lamp of mine. I quickly go to grab it but someone grabbed my wrist.

"Tsk. Honestly I shouldn't be surprised you caught on quickly. But my you are slow to catch on…My dear~" I go to scream to alert the others about Disappear but he covered my mouth with a chloroform covered cloth, making me pass out, "Hmph…finally. I have you now~"

He carried me in his arms before hearing footsteps. Damn. He didn't silence me quick enough. No matter. He'll simply dive into the shadows. No dog or rabbit is going to stop him from getting her back. No one dammit. He dives into the shadows and made a quick escape. Coincidentally Lycaon had kicked the door open. The three looking around my room worriedly.

"Dammit…! He must have already done it!" Spot's ears were raised back.

"This is the second time….I mean the only major kidnapping he's done was Spot. But he was arrested! How is he back already?!" Bunny was worried too, "Is this Asil again…?"

Lycaon investigated the room. Spot and Bunny had informed him of this man. A shadow demon who acted obsessive and controlling over Lisa. But he was sloppy and quite frankly a weak one trying to act tough. But seeing as there was barely any struggle…that shows he's improving. No matter how negative they think of him, this was alarming. If he keeps improving, the more of a threat he'll become…

"I believe that is not the case Ms. Bunny. A demon is a prideful being. For a demon to lose someone they once had control over is a strike to their ego. An insult. He only uses others as opportunities to get what he wants…" Lycaon adjusted his gloves, looking pretty pissed, "A filth, that as a part of Victoria Housekeeping, I cannot ignore what needs to be cleansed. I shall hunt them down myself."

"By yourself?! I mean I know the guy's weak but he's very slick…" Spot said, "Besides I JUST finished fixing up your prosthetics…"

Lycaon smiled slightly, "I trust your skills Spot. I shall return with Ms. Lisa before the night ends."

With that, he jumps out the window and into the night.

I woke up feeling my head pounding. Ugh that bastard. Why can't he just leave me alone? I look up warily. I was in a warehouse, tied to a chair with chains. Damn. Is this idiot getting better? Ah. I finally see him materializing in front of me. He looked down at me…like he was disappointed.

"….stop giving me that face. I'm not taking you back." I roll my eyes. "Stop making yourself look like a fool. It's getting annoying…"

Disappear smiled at me with a gentle look, "I just miss you. But with you blocking me out and making me look like a villain, no one allows me to go near you…" His gentle look faltered as he looked me up and down, "Mmm such a beautiful body. But must you wear such revealing clothes? Or are you trying to make yourself a target?"

"This fucking shit again? My clothes are FINE. And stop staring…" I grew uncomfortable despite being angry.

"Oh don't act like I haven't seen it all anyways~" His words made my ears lower, "It's the truth. I bet you haven't even bedded anyone ever since I came around~"

"Oh no that's only because I found other guys I'd prefer over you-" I bluntly said making him annoyed.

"Ohhh how original. Willing to throw your body around just to spite me. Just SO desperate for affection that you'd hope to find it in me? This isn't a romance novel you delude yourself in. It's reality dear…." He cups my chin, "You really are a sorry excuse. Talking all that shit to the same man who helped you and your family escape that step father of yours? And yet you have the nerve to treat me like dirt? You owe me your loyalty you ungrateful prick. Especially since you couldn't even do it YOURSELF."

I went quiet on that.

That was a soft spot of mine.

A past guilt that made my horrible memories resurface.

And that of course made Disappear surprised…but immediately ecstatic. That guy he joined alliance with was right. Why hadn't he done this before?! Now I looked like the pathetic, anxious girl from when he first met me.

He grins maliciously, "Oh I hit a sensitive topic didn't I? I still remember how you begged me for help. You were selling your own things and even furniture to earn money to help your mom move you and your siblings move away from that bastard. If i didn't help, you'd be selling your own bed~ Maybe even worse. So pathetic considering you let that man hurt your mother at her lowest point….and it was. All. Your. Fault."

Every word he said was like a bit of venom dropped into my system as his shadows wrapped around me, making me feel delirious. Dammit…why am I letting him do this to me again? Am I still so weak? I can't let him corrupt me..!

"NO! Fuck you! I did what I could! And that's good enough!" I shouted, "I was just a kid! Even if I was getting older, me and my mom was limited to our help and we had my siblings who are just little kids! They were ALWAYS our priority! Unlike that bastard who completely abandoned us! I didn't have to ask for help but I still appreciated that you did! I'm only mad because even when I gave you a chance and wanted to share you the little trust I had left after being hurt so many times, you still didn't give a damn and tried to do the same thing that bastard did to my mom! So yeah I dumped your sorry ass! You not about to take advantage of me too!"

His expression grew dark, "Heh…you really have changed. You've become dumber and soooo much more FUCKING annoying-!" I flinched seeing his arm raise up. I close my eyes to brace myself from the impact.

….But nothing happened?

I look up and it practically felt like slow-mo seeing Lycaon suddenly appear from above, kicking into Disappear's stomach as ice formed from his prosthetics, making the ice make an extra impact on Disappear. He was thrown across the room and hit a wall.

"Lycaon…?" I look at him surprised.

"You truly are nothing but scum. I have the most displeasure of having to have such filth touch the end of my foot. But to hurt a client and close friend of Victoria Housekeeping….no. A friend of MINE? I suppose I have no choice but to tolerate it…" Lycaon snarls as he glares at Disappear, glancing my way once, "I can only ask Ms. Lisa to excuse my lack of manners for the time being."

"Tch…who the hell…?!" Disappear slowly got up, "Fucking…now what?!"

Wait. That brooch on Disappear's vest….he recognizes that symbol anywhere. Lycaon's ears flattened as he felt a pit in his stomach. He was not expecting having a connection to this. But Disappear soon figured it out too. Lycaon…Von Lycaon? His boss mentioned him before! Oh he has struck gold on this! He smirks before suddenly retreating into the shadows. Lycaon was quick to attempt to grab him but he managed to slip away.

"Fine. I'll retreat for now. But such a funny coincidence isn't it Lycaon? Oh my boss is gonna LOVE to hear about this~ Enjoy yourselves love birds~" He laughs manically into the darkness before disappearing into the night.

Lycaon simply sighs before his attention went to me as he walked over to remove the chains, "Apologies for the late arrival…"

"….its fine Lycaon. You were actually just on time…I um…sorry you had to hear all that…" My ears lowered.

Lycaon suddenly picks me up, "There is nothing to apologize for Ms. Lisa. In fact….after tonight I believe I'll be seeing you in a new light." He looked down at me, almost…affectionately, "You are a strong woman. Much more than I realize. I'm very grateful that Spot has introduced me to someone like you…"

I stare back in shock. Why did this feel romantic all of a sudden…? "Uh…y-you give me too much credit…."

He chuckles at that, "I believe you do not receive enough….but back to the situation at hand I truly should apologize. As..that brooch that ruffian had adorned…it seems he is associated with Mockingbird."

"Huh…? How is that your fault..?" I look confused, "If you're comfortable with sharing…"

"….I only wish you do not think little of me. But Mockingbird is a crime organization of thieves. And…a place I once was associated with too. Once with a friend that is…no longer that. But an enemy of mine." Lycaon explained, "This was not a kidnapping. It was a convenient way of killing two birds with one stone: To corrupt you. And to gather information of who I am and who I'm with. And unfortunately…I have fallen for it."

"….holy fuck really? That's actually so badass-" I pause before face palming, "Wait sorry no this is serious. But don't worry! Imma make sure you're safe too! Hell we already owe you so much! I'll make sure to kick your ex-friend's ass too if you'd like-"

I gave him a determined expression making him roll his eyes and flick my forehead….but his tail was wagging, "You are quite the reckless fool at times…"

"OW-?! Now you're just being a bully…" I pout.

We laugh it off though and occasionally messed around with each other as he carried me home.

Disappear returned to base at the fancy mansion. Where hollow raiders, thieves, and mercenaries counted their Dennies and looked at their loot that they managed to collect. He was nervous once he got to the boss' office. He hesitated before knocking three times.

"The door is open." The boss said making Disappear enter and close the door, bowing down before him, "I'm guessing you have news? Good news I hope. I wouldn't want anything to happen to…new blood who's joined my humble family after all~"

Disappear shudders at the playful yet threatening tone, "Yes sir! I actually located Von Lycaon! He is apart of Victoria Housekeeping!"

The boss froze up before bursting into laughter, "Oh how the grand have fallen! A servant he became has he? Just to serve rich people? He truly has lost his way…" He turned to him, his mismatched eyes gleaming with giddiness, "But I'm sure that's not the only reason you came here. What else do you know?"

"He's connected to a proxy trio. The upcoming proxy known as Gardenia. Spot, a dog thiren, was once apart of Victoria Housekeeping. Bunny, a rabbit thiren. And Lisa, a dragon thiren who actually got rescued by him just now!" Disappear didn't care he was being a snitch. He wanted them to all suffer for his own satisfaction. "I bet a dragon thiren would be a valuable commodity….!"

"That And more importantly lead the fool Lycaon into a trap. What a valuable piece of information. Perhaps you DO belong here," The boss smirked, "You're just as desperate to use what you can to cease an opportunity to get the revenge you deserve. A true Mockingbird member. Mmm but don't let it be a distraction either. I'll train you personally before going ahead with this plan…"

Disappear was estatic, "T-Thank you Mr. Hugo Vlad! I won't disappoint you!!!" He ran off happily.

Hugo rolled his eyes before looking up at the full moon behind him, "Such a fool. I'll throw him away once I get what I need. Such a useless demon. Oh well. At least I got what I needed….

I'll be seeing you and your friends soon….traitor."