Chapter 16: Father and Son Time
7/6 12:00 PM
Mother's House
Inside the living room, Marco and Ai were still recovering from the beat they took.
Marco was looking down at the floor but mostly he was thinking about what Touma said to him and Ai. "The love you and Ai have is real, but, you don't know anything about friendship! The truth is you and Ai are just as naive about friendship as Yuki and Yuno are about love!" His teeth gritted in anger and on his chest, he looked down the bruise on his chest. "Little punk, I'm not sure if he's stupid or brave to talk to me and Ai the way he did."
Ai had never seen her boyfriend so worked but she looked away before she knew she knew it one of Touma's speeches came to her mind too. "What is friendship to you?" You work with others that are also Diary Users and yet you and Ai are willing to throw your bonds with them for what...a chance to become Gods even if it means killing those that once helped you out of your dark moments!" She recalled out Marco saved her on the day they first met, but, honestly, if it wasn't for Kamada for taking him in, they probably wouldn't have met. "That Kamijou has a way of figuring his enemies out." She then glanced at Marco one last time. "To think that a non-Diary user would be able to defeat us, but, that guy doesn't want to get his hands dirty as 1st does."
"Damn, you two are still sitting on this couch." There was Vector in his human form smirking at them. "If you guys are just going to sit on your asses looking defeated, then I guess you guys aren't a strong couple as you claim to be."
Marco stood abrutply glaring offendedly at the teenage boy. "Listen punk, we don't remember asking for your damn opinion and more importantly I didn't ask you to come to save us!"
Vector's smirk didn't leave his face. "Well, it wasn't my choice, Kamada asked a favor to save you guys. For what reason, I don't know, but, I'm sure you want to use this chance to get revenge on Kamijou and his friend that kicked your asses into next week."
Before Marco could lash out, Ai put her arm in front of him. "Wait, Marco, our original plan was to take 1st and 2nd's Diaries, but, since we were defeated by their friends, that plan is foiled." Marco didn't say a word but he was reluctant. "Anyway, what do you have in mind?"
Vector chuckled lightly with his eyes closed until he reopened them to look at the couple. "Well, I have an idea, but, first I assume you want just to take out 1st and 2nd, but, you also want to take out Kamijou and Misaka, am I right?" Marco let out a small grunt before nodding his head. "Good, then I introduce you to a new power that'll surely give you an edge." He took out a grimoire book.
Ai was puzzled at the huge book. "What kind of book is that?"
"Tell me do you believe in magic?" Vector asked.
Marco and Ai tilt their heads in confusion. "Say what?" Marco inquired still having a dirty look.
7/6 15:02
Sakurami Mei City in a certain place.
A man in his 30's was walking on the sidewalk. "Acchie...I see, well, I'll make sure to get it done." He hung up his cell phone. "Although, this is an important task. A day such as this should be spent outside." He saw a hospital down the street. "That's the place where my son Yuki is hospitalized." A smile took place on the man's face. "Has it already been six months?"
Amano Yukiteru's Father's
Amano Kurou
Touma and Misaka decided to stay behind while Kanzaki and Tsuchimikado got some preparations started for the training.
"One...uh..." Yukiteru was doing push-ups while Minene was sitting on his back.
"Hey, hey, increase the pace," Minene said with a smirk.
"Two...uhh...three..." Yukiteru panted once more. "Why...am I doing this...?"
Yukiteru was already exhausted.
"Geez, can you be any more of a whiner," Misaka questioned with a sigh. "Honestly, you're just as an idiot as Touma."
"Hey!" Touma yelled offended.
"Will this even help?" Nishijima asked.
Akise nodded his head. "Yes, if these guys can train Yuki a little more and build some muscle or so, then it should give him an advantage."
"Even so, I'm just as scrawny as Touma is..." Yukiteru complained as he glanced at Minene.
"Enough of the complaining," Minene scolded despite her smirk not leaving her face. "Besides, hearing that Kamijou and zapper girl were able to kick 7th's ass was impressive. No doubt, those dumbasses will want revenge."
"For the record, my name is Mikoto Misaka," The railgun girl corrected a little ticked off.
"Oh, whatever..." Minene scoffed not bothering to look at the middle school girl.
"Well, just take it easy on Yuki, he's a little fragile," Akise advised.
"See you guys later," Nishijima waved following the teenage detective.
"What is the point of this training?" Yukiteru asked in a whimpering tone.
"Right, well, first off, 7th will return to try to kill you guys even though they don't know where you live. Although, it's clear that they forming alliances with the monster that attacked Accelerator and Itsuwa." Touma answered. "That said, we might think they'll start to turn on each other soon."
"It's a theory, but, that doesn't mean the next time we meet them or 7th, they could try something else," Misaka added.
Yukiteru had one more question. "Are you saying, you'll teach me magic or esper?"
"Something like that, or just give you some fighting tips," Touma answered again. "However, using magic and esper powers together is too risky, so, it would have to be magic or esper."
"For now, we'll help you gain some muscles," Misaka added.
"Excuse me, I'm looking for my son's room and the lady at the front desk wasn't too clear," The man entered the room and noticed his son was on the floor doing push-ups but that wasn't what he was looking at.
"Huh...dad..."
"Dad!?" Touma and Misaka exclaimed in surprise.
"Ohhhhh!?" Mr. Amano exclaimed in awe seeing his son's position. "That's amazing Yukiteru, to get a nurse to play like this!" His forward surprised Touma and Misaka.
"Nurse-san, please board me, your horse too!" He pleaded while on all fours.
"Man, I hate to see how he reacts to a bunny outfit that Tsuchimikado would have in mind," Touma muttered.
This felt like deja vu for Misaka, remembering the first time she met Touma's father and saw how he reacted when he ran into a woman. "No doubt, that's Yuki's father alright."
Minene reluctantly agreed to sit on Yuki's father's back. "One..." With one push he quickly stopped which of course disappointed Minene. "You got to be kidding, you were only able to do one push-up!"
"Ahh!" Mr. Amano cried in pleasure despite the kick the terrorist lady gave him.
"This guy is worse than Kuroko," Misaka thought with a sweat drop.
Yukiteru's father stood up naturally as if nothing happened and noticed the two other kids. "Oh, I take that you two are friends of Yuki, right?"
Yukiteru felt embarrassed about this. "Oh, sorry Dad, this boy is Touma Kamijou..."
"Hello," Touma waved with a smile.
"And this middle school girl is Mikoto Misaka."
"Hey there," Misaka waved with a polite smile. "Also, you can call me Misaka for now."
Mr. Amano looked closely at the middle school girl. "Hm...I see that you're quite the cute little one." Hearing that comment made the Railgun user blush faintly red. "However, I think you would be nice with an improvement on the chest."
Misaka had a gapping mouth as she looked down at her chest. "You...idiot...I'll-"
"Now, now, zapper, don't do anything hasty!" Touma pleaded holding her back by grabbing her arms from behind.
"Yeah, let's not cause a racket!" Yukiteru added sweating comically.
"Anyway, what is only rehabilitation? Your old man wasn't understanding." Mr. Amano saluted. But before Yukiteru could get another word out, he saw his old man clinging onto Minene again. "Please include me in this rehabilitation, pretty please!"
"It's good Mom's not here to see this," Yukiteru thought as an image of him as a child spending time with his parents.
F
Yukiteru as a child was in the mountains with his parents and it was a clear night with the stars shining above.
"If only they hadn't gotten a divorce right now...then three of us would be watching the stars..."
F
Clap Clap
Misaka clapped her hands getting everyone's attention. "Guys focus!" She barked. "If Yuki's father wants to join us then I suppose he can."
Touma had no qualms with that. "I'm game after all this is the first time we get to meet Yuki's father."
Kurou moved away from the terrorist woman. "Well, I get the chance to know Yuki's new friends so I couldn't turn this down." He brushed his head looking cool or acting cool.
"However, there will be a plenty game, rather a punishment for the loser," Misaka added.
Minene smirked. "A plenty game, I like your style kid." She teased. "Alright, it's settled, we shall meet with the others outside the training area."
"Dad..." Yukiteru spoke softly getting his old man's attention. "I would like to train if you are willing to get back with Mom."
There was an awkward silence in the room and Kurou just stared at his son not saying a word. "Come on, I want the three of us to go star gazing together again."
Misaka stared at the boy with a sympathetic look. "Yuki..."
Kurou continued to stare at his son until a small smile took shape on his face. "I understand...I'll talk to Mom but it'll have to wait after you beat me first, okay?" His son agreed with a nod.
Tsuchimikado, Kanzaki, Orsola, Index, and Saten were there.
Tsuchimikado was wearing the uniform he wore during the festival. "This uniform brings me back to when Touma and I competed in the Daia festival."
Index was wearing a cheerleader outfit. "Yes, I get to cheer for Touma."
Kanzaki was wearing a female gym outfit revealing only her belly and lower legs were exposed too. "I haven't worn clothes like this before...I wonder if Touma will find me...attractive in this."
Orsola got the bento boxes and water bottles. "The snacks shall be ready." She was also wearing her gymnasium uniform which was tight around her chest. "My, I guess we should've gotten clothes that fit properly. I hope Touma will be here soon." She wore a necklace that Touma gave her. "This brings me back to when Touma placed around my neck."
Saten overheard the two girls. "Looks like Misaka has got more rivals." Luckily she muttered her words without them hearing her.
"Speaking of how is Itsuwa, Yuno, and Accelerator?" Kanzaki asked.
Orsola had that answer. "Accelerator and Itsuwa will be fine, they'll be out of the fight for the today. They took more damage than I'd thought." She recalled wearing the nurse outfit. "I admit the nurse outfit I was offered looked cute."
Kanzaki began to wonder if she could wear one to get Touma's attention but quickly shook the thought off. "Anyway, as for Yuno, she seems alright for now. I just hope she doesn't try anything else until then."
Saten had her thought to share about the stalker. "I think she's fine, Last Order, Kikyou, and Aiho were paying her a visit."
In Yuno's room.
She was sitting in her bed. "Touma..." She recalled how Touma stood up for her and Yuki and the words that left the Imagine Breaker user's mouth echoed in her mind. "Stay the hell away from my friends!"
"I never had anyone stick up for me or Yuki," Yuno said softly.
Knock Knock
"Come in..." There was Ms. Amano, Yukiteru's mother.
"Oh hi, Yuno Gasai." She greeted holding a bento box. "I got a call from Tsuchimikado and told me of what happened."
Yuno felt uneasy for some reason. "He mentioned that you and Yuki were attacked by two thugs but Touma and Misaka saved you both." Ms. Amano continued.
"Y-yes, that's how it went," Yuno stuttered a little.
"I'm happy that they were able to save you and my son." Ms. Amano continued with a sweet smile.
Yuno smiled a little. "N-no problem..."
"By the way, you have some guests here too," Ms. Amano stepped aside, and behind her was Kikyou, Last Order, and Uiharu.
"You guys..." Yuno said less happy to see the girls.
"C'mon, don't be like that," Kikyou said politely. "Here, I brought you an extra snack." She had a few cheese sandwiches.
The pink-haired teenager looked at the sandwiches cautiously.
"C'mon, eat up, they're delicious! Exclaims Misaka Misaka getting hungry herself!" Last Order chanted taking one sandwich and eating it.
Yuno was expecting the girl to be poisoned but nothing happened so she reluctantly ate one of the sandwiches. "Chomp...chomp..." She was a little surprised. "Wow, it tastes good."
Uiharu was at the table making some herbal tea. "Here, some tea will help you a little." She handed over the cup of tea.
Yuno was still cautious but drank a sip and after swallowing it she could tell it was poisoned either. "Well, it's good."
Ms. Amano smiled happily. "You have such good friends my dear." Yuno didn't react but she had a faint smile on her face. "Anyway, I heard that you and Yuki are having a lovers quarrel or something."
Yuno froze upon hearing that. Noticing this, Uiharu decided to change the subject. "Ahh... it's nothing serious, ma'am. Nothing at all..." She stammered nervously.
Kikyou went along with it. "Y-yes, just normal thing that couples do nothing less."
Last Order was looking out the window that gave a view of the outside training area and was using a stool to give her a lift. "Wow, look our friends are doing exercises! Misaka Misaka points outside the window!" Last Order stated placing her hands on the window.
"Oh? Let me see..." Ms. Amano saw her son with the others. "Looks like my son is going to have some fun..." She was happy until she noticed a man with them who she recognized.
"Who is that man with Yuki? Asks Misaka Misaka with curiousity!" Last Order chanted curiously.
Ms. Amano went silent which caught the attention of Yuno. "I take that's your ex-husband." Yuno presumed.
"Yes, he's my ex-husband." Ms. Amano replied not turning her head.
Yuno thought this would be a good chance to ask a question. "Ms. Amano, I'm curious, what reason do you have for divorcing Yuki's father?"
Uiharu was taken off guard by Yuno's question. "Yuno, I think it's not our place to be asking such a personal question!"
"Don't you guys get it, Yuki doesn't know the reason for their divorce and it's affecting him," Yuno argued. "If he's not focused he'll be killed!"
Kikyou knew that there was some truth to Yuno's words but knew Uiharu was also right about her opinion. Before she could get a word out, Ms. Amano finally turned around looking a little sad. "I suppose there is no reason for me to keep a secret, but, I would like you to keep this hidden from Yuki. Knowing my son, he'll find out eventually."
In the room where Hinata and Mao were, the two girls were awakened and visited by Kosaka, and Misaki.
"Hi, how are things with you two?" Misaki brought two bags of cookies. "Here, I got you two some cookies from Misaka."
"I'm hungry too," Kosaka pouted.
"Anyway, how is Yukiteru?" Hinata asked.
"He's fine, he went out with his father and the others to the training gymnasium." Misaki answered. "According to Akise, he thinks he should take easy for a while and built some muscle before making our next move against the 7th pair."
Hinata was remembering what Marco told her. "Those two can't talk about love...they're nothing but fakers, but, I want to see if their love nothing can be real regardless." As much as she hated to admit, she knew Yukiteru and Yuno aren't a couple and Marco was right about it. "Yuki...could you honestly love that psycho stalker of yours?"
"Hinata, is something wrong?" Misaki's voice snapped out Hinata out of her thoughts.
"Uh...no, I'm fine...just thinking about stuff," Hinata said shaking her head. "Anyway, does Yuki plan to hang out with his father throughout the day?"
Kosaka had his arms crossed. "It seems so, the twerp is likely to hang out with his old man and the others. However, I wonder if psycho girl will make another move."
Misaki giggled. "I admit that is concerning, but, if we try to do something, it'll endanger the patients in this hospital and that's last thing we want to do." Everyone had to agree with the model blonde girl. "For now, we just let Yukiteru and the others do their thing."
M
Marco and Ai were just leaving with the Grimoire Book. "Marco, Ai." Kamada was approaching the two other adults. "Kamada...what is it?" Ai asked.
"I heard about your fight against Kamijou and Misaka." Marco let out a small gasp but didn't return to face the short tubby woman.
"I take it that Vector informed you," Ai presumed.
Kamada nodded her head. "Yes, from what he described, the kid has not just a strong spirit but a strong faith that I haven't seen in years not even during my youth." Marco and Ai were silent. "Honestly, it's been too long since I've seen a high-spirited young man like Kamijou."
Ai was not expecting this kind of behavior from her adopted mother. "Where is this coming from, Kamada?"
Kamada rubbed the back of her head a little embarrassed. "Nothing, it's just that I feel sort of happy to hear that the next generation of children have such spirit and dedication toward humanity."
"You make it sound like those punks are saints or something," Marco abruptly said finding his voice but didn't turn his head to face his adopted mother. "As far I can tell, they're nothing but snot-nose brats. That Kamijou, he could've finished us off but he doesn't have the balls to kill someone. Although I hate to admit, he did have the balls to confront Ai and me and give us his heroic flowery speech bullshit." He began to clench his hands tightly feeling infuriated. "He had to nerve to lecture Ai and me being naive about friendship!"
Kamada put her hands on her hips. "Marco..." Marco finally turned his head to look at the eight Diary Holder. "I think it's obvious your people skills have lacked even after all these years." Kamada just stared into her adopted son's eyes. "I'm not sure if the tragedy that you endured during the high school years did something to you..." Marco's eyes twitched with fury. "But, it seems that your faith in other people hasn't changed as much as I thought."
"What are you getting at, 8th?" Marco asked sneering.
"I'm saying, you and Ai could learn something from Touma Kamijou and this Misaka person," Kamada replied not flinching despite the sneer the 7th holder was giving her. "They have such strong faith in humanity as well as their friends. After what I've seen during the incident with the 9th's reign at Sakurami Middle School and the incident with the 6th's cult. I knew that boy and his friends were something special."
Marco gave a 'hmph' turning his head away. "I don't recall asking for your advice. As far as I can tell, Ai and I will become Gods, not 1st or 2nd. Those brats aren't in love as we are." He lifted his hand and formed into a fist. "I will defeat them including those two brats Kamijou and Misaka. The love that Ai and I have will defeat them."
Ai watched her boyfriend leave ahead and she followed suit, but not before taking one last glance at Kamada and smiling for a brief moment but didn't say a word and left with her boyfriend.
Kamada didn't say a word but just stared at the last time of her children. "Marco...Ai..."
In the training area.
Touma, Misaka, Kurou, and Yuki arrived there to see their friends.
"Hey guys!" Yuki waved his hand.
Orsola approached the middle school boy. "I see that you recovered from the fight. I'm glad to see that you're alright." Yukiteru's face blushed a little seeing the sweet smile on the nun's face.
Saten pumped her arm. "Yeah, I heard you got your butt kicked, but, we'll make sure to get you pumped up!"
Kanzaki had a serious look holding a wooden sword. "Listen here..." She looked directly into Yukiteru's eyes making him uneasy. "Tsubaki will be here watching from the sidelines observing the scenery."
"Why is that?" Yukiteru asked.
Kanzaki glanced at the small hill that was close by and saw Tsubaki standing on top before turning her attention back to the middle school boy. "Just to observe that's all."
F
Back at the Sakurami Police Station.
Kanzaki was having a talk with Tsubaki in the conference room.
Tsubaki learned of Touma and Misaka's fight against the 7th couple. She was quite surprised. "That's what happened?"
Kanzaki nodded her head. The sixth Diary Holder was silent before she started to giggle like she was impressed. "I knew that Kamijou was an intriguing young man but he's more a hero than I thought." She stood up from her chair. "I would like to visit to see what Touma and Misaka will do to improve Yuki's skills. As far I can tell, those two are quite the inspiring pair and I wonder if they can somehow make Yukiteru stronger as a person."
F
"I wasn't expecting Tsubaki to say something like that." She had a small smile. "However, Kamijou was always an inspiring person. Always trying to get people to keep trying fight no matter how rough or hard things get. Kind of reminds me when Styli and I kept trying to find a way to help Index and in the end...he was able to save her in the end."
She then looked back at Yukiteru. "Yukiteru...I know things for you are hard. However, no matter how hard things get, you must keep fighting for what you believe in. I know we barely had time to get to know you but, if you want to become stronger then become more positive...plus if things don't turn out the way you are keep fighting for what you believe in and become a strong and strong no matter how bad things get!"
Touma and the others smiled at the priestess's statement.
Yukiteru was astonished for a minute before he looked back at his dad.
Minene was impressed for a second herself but quickly shook off the thought. "Excuse me, if we're ready then let's get started!"
"Now, Touma, 1st, and Mr. Amano, the three of you will pull yourselves on these bars," Minene stated. "Index, zapper, and Orsola will cheer you guys on."
Misaka ignored the nickname that the terrorist girl said.
Index was ready for cheering. "C'mon, Touma, Yuki!"
"What am I chop liver!" Kurou whined comically.
Orsola was jumping up and down as her breasts pounced which Mr. Amano noticed. "Oh wow...such nice..."
"Hey!" Minene yelled noticing the old man's reaction. "Stop ogling and start pumping!"
Touma was pulling a little more than Yuki was.
Mr. Amano was pumping faster than the two teenage boys were. "This is easy...reminds me how I was called pull up Paul!"
"Pull...up...Paul..." Touma muttered with a sweat drop.
"I thought my nickname was weird." Misaka thought with a sweat drop too.
"The old man seems like a carefree person," Tsuchimikado chuckled with a smirk.
"Yeah, a spirited person too," Saten giggled. "I wonder what he'd be like at the festival."
Index wondered that too. "Perhaps he would be able to compete in the sports events that Touma was in."
After pulling on the dueling bars, Mr. Amano came as the victor. "How is that, was it too fast for you two squirts?"
"You need to get a reality check if you think I'm buying that crap!" Yukiteru retorted comically.
"Gee, rub in it why don't you," Touma complained annoyingly.
"Hate to break to you guys, but he's right, he pulled up as if he was doing it at lightning speed," Minene commented.
Last Order cheered. "That was fun! Misaka Misaka cheers excitedly!"
"Tsuchimikado, get them to the weight room!" Minene called out.
The blonde smirked without saying a word.
Inside the weight room.
There were three hanging in front of Yuki, Touma, and Mr Amano.
"You guys will punch these bags for at least five minutes," Minene said. "Whoever can keep punching wins this round."
Mr. Amano brushed his head using his hand. "No problem, I was called Punch Fist Tuck back in the day."
"Again the weird nicknames," Misaka muttered.
"Who's idea was this?" Touma asked.
Tsuchimikado chuckled getting his classmate's attention. "I figured as much."
"C'mon, it'll help you build some more muscles. Plus, it'll help you build up your harem even more," The blonde teenage boy joked.
"Not that again!" Touma barked.
Kurou was stunned with disbelief. "Wait, this guy has his harem, that's not fair!" He sobbed comically.
"Oh brother..." Yukiteru muttered almost on the verge of facepalming.
"Enough of the comedy routine!" Minene scolded. "Start punching this instant!"
While Touma, Yukiteru, and Mr. Amano punched the sandbags the others watched.
"So far, a minute has passed," Kanzaki commented looking at her watch.
Yukiteru was having thoughts while punching the bag. "This feels kind of nice." He felt sweat on his forehead.
Touma was punching his sandbag slowly. "Take one step at a time." He muttered feeling sweaty in his shirt.
Orsola smiled sweetly at Touma's performance. "Wow, he looks nice working out like that." Luckily she thought in her head.
Kanzaki blushed a little but looked away hiding her face. "I never knew Touma would look...so..."
Misaka noticed the two girl's reactions and a realization came to her mind. "Wait...do those girls..." She looked at where their faces were previously. "Damn it...more girls are making eyes at that idiot..." That wasn't the only thing that bugged her. "Not to mention their boobs...are..."
Minene hit the timer watcher. "Time is up..." Surprisingly Mr. Amano was still punching the bags just as Touma stopped after him. "Well, Mr. Amano wins while Kamijou is second, and third place goes to Yuki."
Mr. Amano looked in Touma's direction with a grin on his face. "I have to admit despite your scrawny body, you're more quicker than Yuki."
"Uh...thanks I guess," Touma replied whether not to take the old man's words as a complaint.
"Thanks for the encouragement," Yuki whined comically.
"Anyway, time for the grip measurement!" Minene showed three grip measure scales.
"This should be a piece of cake," Mr. Amano boasted in a cocky tone.
Touma lifts his scale and reads it. "44.07, that's a little low." He mumbled.
Yukiteru attempted to struggle to lift his grip measure scale. "Uhhhh...45kg...not bad... it's higher than Touma's..."
"That was unexpected," Misaka commented.
"Yeah, Yukiteru's measurement is higher than Touma's too," Saten added.
Orsola giggled. "Oh my, I wonder what Yuki will look like when he gets older. I bet he'll be a handsome young man."
Tsuchimikado felt like facefaulting. "Man looks like someone will also get his harem."
"Let's not go there," Index muttered overhearing the blonde's words. "Anyway, I wonder how Yukiter's father will do?"
"Take a look here..." Kurou held up his grip measure scale and what it read was surprising. "100kg!" Yukiteru exclaimed in disbelief. "Wait a minute, his is digital!"
"Why does he get to use an analog?" Touma pouted.
"As expected from your father...he's the King of destroying rules," Minene taunted almost on the verge of laughing.
Tsuchimikado found himself laughing too. "Heheheheh...hahahaha...king of destroying rules, that's a good one!"
"Don't encourage her!" Misaka, Yukiteru, and Touma retorted with anime veins with shark teeth.
Orsola giggled.
"Anyway, this is fun I'll admit," Minene smirked getting the laughing to stop. "I mean spending time with your friends should be fun as well as spending time with your old man...1st."
Yukiteru had to admit there was truth to the terrorist's words. "Yeah...I mean when was the last time my father and I horse around."
Minene was preparing for the next course while drinking a bottle of water. "Geez, babysitting these brats is a pain in the ass."
A little later, the gang decided to take a little break before the last challenge.
Aiho was walking in the gymnasium hallway. "Things are going quite better than I expected."
"Hey, I'll be able to accomplish what you asked me to..." In the men's bathroom, Aiho heard a voice that belonged to Yukiteru's father.
Mr. Amano was standing by the sinks. "Yes, I will be able to do it I swear, and once I do expect you to pay my debt." Aiho's eyes twitch with concern and curiosity. "I got a bad feeling all of a sudden." She heard Kurou's hanging up and went to another room to avoid being discovered. She peeked through the door and saw Kurou leaving down the hallway. "I think I should contact Uiharu instantly."
The break room.
Touma and the others were sitting at a table eating different snacks and drinks.
Index was chowing down like a hungry wolf. "So good..delicious."
"Easy, don't eat so fast," Orsola warned.
Too late, Index was choking on the sandwich but swallowed using water.
"Geez, we warned you," Touma lectured who was sitting across from the table. "You're like a wolf chowing on a piece of meat."
Chomp!
"Rotten luck!" Touma exclaimed trying to shake the little nun off his head.
"Wow, they seem so close." Yukiteru thought with a sweat drop.
"Can you guys stop making so much noise!?" Misaka lectured mostly out of jealousy.
Tsubaki just giggled at the lively atmosphere.
Touma resumed eating his cheese sandwich with sugar-free soda. "That hit the spot."
Kanzaki was sitting close to the high school boy. "We're sitting close..." Her face was faintly red feeling her heart beat.
"Kanzaki, what's wrong, your face is red?" Touma asked curiously tilting his head to get a close look at the woman.
"Uhh...no...I'm f-f-fine, just a little tired...don't worry!" Kanzaki stuttered turning her head away and hiding her blushing face.
Misaka was sitting on the left side of Touma noticing the priestess' behavior. "Geez, he hasn't asked me that question since the festival." Remembering when he pounced on her mistaking her for having a fever and here her crush was being concerned for another woman who was older than her and sexy looking. She noticed Orsola's chest. "Damn, these women have such big boobs!" She felt so envious. "Wait, why am I thinking about stuff like this?!"
Saten saw the look on her friend's face. "Guess, Misaka has some rivals for her hero's affections." She thought teasingly.
"Anyway, let's get down to business," Tsuchimikado said getting everyone to look at him.
"What kind of business, besides training Yuki?" Touma asked.
"Well, let's start with the demon that attacked Accelerator and Itsuwa," The blonde magician Esper replied. "He seemed to be well informed about Accelerator's Esper ability."
Kanzaki had to agree. "Agreed, from what Itsuwa mentioned, the enemy seems to know of the power not to mention who we are."
"What I don't get is how they are aware of Espers and Academy City," Tsuchimikado put his fingers to his chin for a second until something occurred to him. "Although, in theory, it's possible they were already in those stasis pods before then, and this professor that was mentioned in the journal until Academy City caught wind of his research and started investigation."
"Right, that led to all-out war," Orsola added. "Also, there was the professor in the video we found mentioning one of his men betrayed him which resulted in him losing the war and escaping despite being seriously injured."
"We still haven't found out who the fifth person that was in the fifth stasis pod," Index reminded. "That is still getting me baffled."
Touma began to ponder this. "Assuming that the fifth stasis was already empty and whatever creature that was found inside probably died or..." A thought occurred to him. "Wait, the professor wasn't mentioned if he died and the data that we recovered didn't have any details if he escaped afterward from getting the creatures in a deeper research room within the domain lab."
"Anyway, our focus is the 7th pair," Tsubaki reminded. "We know that they're missing since the fight at Kosaka's mansion. So far, we can assume that they'll come after us sooner than later."
"Good point, the question is, how will they make their next move?" Misaka asked.
Touma had a question. "Tsubaki, did you and anyone find anything other info about Ai and Marco out at the police station?"
The sixth Diary Holder nodded her head. "According to the background, they were orphans until they were adopted by the head director of Mother's House. The owner is Kamada."
Tsuchimikado had his word to say. "Yes, plus, Uiharu was able to look into an incident that happened during Marco and Ai's high school days. According to the reports, there was a rape incident involving Ai. The story is that she was raped by a few high school boys but was later found by Marco and fought them."
Yukiteru heard this and remembered what Marco said to him. "Bastard, why didn't you protect your girlfriend? A man is supposed to protect her at any cost!"
"Ai's attackers were taken into jail, but, one was presumed dead." Tsuchimikado continued. "That was it..."
Touma had a thought occur to him. "Guess that explains why Marco was pissy with Yukiteru, but, I wonder if there was more to it that." Additional thought occurred to him. "Wait...is it possible that...Marco was-"
Knock Knock
Minene and Aiho entered the room. "C'mon you slackers time for the running course!"
"That's right if you need to use the restroom, go ahead now!" Aiho added.
"Geez, she doesn't have to mention that," Misaka muttered a little grossed out.
At the Sakurami City Casino
Yoshino was in his office counting the money. "It seems this place will need a new owner since I'll be leaving." He heard his cell phone ring. "Hello, Yoshino speaking."
A few minutes after his caller replied. "I see, the plan is in motion. Yes, I understand..." He glanced at a nearby cage. "I intend to put on a good show one that'll end 7th's pair lives. They'll be in for a surprise and it'll be their last one." A hiss was heard from the cage that was covered in a blanket.
B
On the road
Touma, Misaka, Aiho, Saten, Yukiteru, and Kurou were prepared for the race. Tsuchimikado, Kanzaki, and Orsola went off to meet up with Nishijima.
"It's been so long since I took a long run!" Aiho stretched out her body causing her breasts to bounce which Touma and Yukiteru noticed causing them both to faintly blush. "Uhh..."
"Idiot, what are you staring at?" Misaka pulled her crush's ear.
"W-wait...you got it all wrong!" Touma pleaded comically.
"Glad Yuno isn't here," Yukiteru thought with a whimpering tone.
Kurou chuckled lightly at the scenery.
"Ahem..." Minene looked a little impatient with the comedy routine. "The last event is the elevation race, the first one to reach the top is the winner. In addition, the winner will receive 100 points in the game. Anyway, I'll get my scooter ready so take a few minutes to chat for a while."
"Yuki...could we talk for a minute?" Kurou requested which his son agreed.
"Listen, were you serious about me and your mother hooking back up?" He asked curiously.
His son nodded in response. His father felt suddenly awkward. "Well, I presume that your mother didn't mention the reason for our divorce, right?" His son shook his head confirming his question. "Well, with money I'm kind of like a chimp with a loaded gun. In other words, I have financial problems lately therefore I've landed in 3 million in debt."
Yukiteru was taken by surprise by this revelation. "I had no idea..."
Misaka seemingly overheard this but didn't say a word though there was a pitiful look on her face.
"Ready...get...set...GO!" Minene shot the pistol in the air.
The four began to run.
Mr. Amano was already ahead of them. Yukiteru was ahead of the others except that Aiho was catching up. "He never talked about debt...yet I never asked about their divorce or rather what was the reason behind it." Yukiteru felt the hope he had for his parents was slipping away. Tears formed in the corner of his eyes with pity. Aiho caught up to him and began to run by his side. "Hey..." Yukiteru noticed the other woman looking at him with a smile. "Listen, I'm not sure if your parents will get back together. However, just be glad that you still have parents that still love you."
"Yeah...but..." Yukiteru whimpered a little.
"Look, I know hurts that your parents aren't together, but, at least be glad that you still have them." Aiho continued. "That said, don't waste your time mopping off what you can't change but be able to use the time to spend quality moments with your parents I mean after all that's what the reason is about today, right?"
Yukiteru was astonished at the advice that the Anti-skill leader was giving him. "Yes, she's right. All this time, I wanted my parents to be together again but I think I was just being a little selfish. Deep down, I probably knew that chances of them getting back together are slim to none...but..."
"Hey Yukiteru!" Minene was riding on her scooter. "Aiho is right, take her advice to heart besides if self-pity keeps making you quit then I don't want to know you. That said, if a miracle that you want can be reached then keep trying, and perhaps if your father sees where you're coming from then his reaction might surprise you." She then looked at Kurou disappearing over the top of the road. "Plus, your father told me that he was glad that his son has made some good friends."
"One more thing I learned that is no matter what limits you have, you can overcome your limits too," Aiho added. "If you think you can overcome your limits, then keep fighting."
"Overcome...my limits...and fight to help my father see where I'm coming from..." Yukiteru thought as a determined look took place on his face. "Yeah...these thoughts of mine will help my dad understand...I need to get stronger to prove I'm a worthy Future Diary Holder!"
Touma, Misaka, and Saten noticed the look on the other boy's face and smiled.
They soon made it to the top where they were expecting to see Mr. Amano but he was nowhere to be seen. "Where'd Kurou run off to?" Saten wondered.
Touma was looking around the rest area. "Not sure,"
Misaka noticed a bench with a water bottle and a bun. "Hey, Yuki over here." Yukiteru saw the snack and bottle. "Guess, my dad left this for me." He was right of course, noticing a letter and opened it.
"Hey, kiddo. I admit I don't take what you said lightly but don't worry about my issues. I might figure out a way to get into the black. Sorry that I have bailed on you, but something came up, forgive me for that. Anyway, your friends are unique but in a good way, I hope I get the chance to know them better. Lastly, refuel before you head home." Yukiteru felt so touched by the letter. "Thanks, Dad."
"Sounds like things will work for his father," Touma whispered to Misaka.
Misaka nodded a little with a smile. "Sure thing." However, she had a deep thought lingering in the back of her head. "Although, why did he decide to leave without saying goodbye."
Later on the roar, Aiho went to meet up with Orsola, Kanzaki, and Tsuchimikado.
Aiho talked the two teenagers about what she overheard Kurou talking about in secret. "Hmm, sounds like the old man has financial problems." Tsuchimikado spoke calmly.
"My, I guess that probably explains why Yuki's mother divorced her husband," Orsola added looking a bit troubled.
Kanzaki was leaning against the wall with her arms crossed looking down with a frown. "Yes, I wonder if Yuki will know the truth of this."
"We might assume that," Tsuchimikado still having his calm expression. "Besides that, it seems likely, that Mr. Amano is working with a Diary Holder."
"Which one do you think it is?" Kanzaki inquired. "Perhaps the 7th pair?"
"No, those guys don't seem smart enough to come up with a plan like that," Orsola answered. "Plus, they don't know Yukiteru's father."
"Either way, we might want to keep an eye on Mr. Amano," Aiho advised. "Plus, I'm worried about Ms. Amano, if she finds out out her ex-husband is around and hanging out with her son, it might cause family drama and it would be more problematic if an enemy were to show up."
The other teenagers had to agree.
Minene met up with Nishijima and Misaki who arrived a little later. "So, you found any details about the 7th pair?" Minene asked.
"Yes, we learn that they were childhood friends plus they were involved in a violent fight. Well, the man called Marco was mostly involved in the fight. Killing one and injuring the others. Plus he and Ai were raised at Mother's orphanage, so, this means 8th is the Kamada the director of the residence."
"I guess 6th proved to be helpful after all." Minene praised. "Although, what is a blonde model girl here?"
Misaki just smiled despite the snarky comment. "Well, with my powers I'll be able to get some details on the 7th pair's location plus I need to investigate the new student Ray. For some reason, Uiharu can't find any records on him including his days through childhood backgrounds or anything else."
Minene gave a scoff. "Whatever, if this Ray character isn't showing his ass, then who needs him. But, I hope that this will have 1st grow some balls."
Nishijima had to agree with the escaped convict despite the weird comment. "For once I agree, but, we must be prepared for anything that 7th will throw our way." He then looks at the purple-haired woman. "Also, did you be sure to get Tsuchimikado and Kanzaki's numbers?"
Minene slightly gritted her teeth. "Kanzaki is no problem, but, that blonde pervert had to nerve to ask me to try on his maid outfit." Her face became pink with embarrassment. "Damn...what is wrong with boys these days?"
"Well, anyway, how is Akise doing lately?" Misaki asked curiously.
"He went to go and do something leaving the rest to us," Nishijima answered this only piqued the middle school esper model's curiosity.
"Well, either way, somebody owes for playing it cool with these brats," Minene started to get on her scooter.
"Perhaps, congratulating fulfilling a man's late captain's will?" Nishijima stated.
"Stop it..." The inspector and the esper looked at the terrorist woman, who had a pitful look. "I hate it when people talk about the dead as if they can be helped. If they're in the ground it's a waste of time. Believe charity should be spent on the living."
Misaki just giggled getting the ninth holder to look at her. "What is so funny blondie?"
"Nothing, but, I think what you're saying is funny..." Misaki replied letting out a slight giggle. "I think there's nothing wrong honoring the dead especially if they're the kind that are respected. I mean sure I don't know the chief well, but, he was a good man...despite his actions. In the end, my friends were able to help his sick son."
Minene gave a 'hmph' before starting her scooter's engine. "Whatever, but, heed my advice, showing compassion toward your enemies will likely get you killed. The 7th pair only lost to Kamijou and his railgun girlfriend because they had their guard down. Next time, I have a feeling 7th will get serious this time." With that, she was driving away.
Yuno was watching her crush from a cliff's edge relaxing by chowing on a snack. "Wow, good work my love." She then looked back at the hospital seeing her father arriving back at the hospital.
A short time later.
Kurou was frantically looking through his son's room throwing everything on the floor. "Dang it, where the hell is it?" He took off the bed sheets. "That thing is my ticket out of the rate race!" He looked so desperate like a madman and felt his cell phone ring.
From the hallway was Yuno peeking from the corner. "Hey, I'm here but I can't find it!" He whispered to his cell phone. "C'mon, I'm not screwing around. Look, you promise once I destroy Yuki's phone, my debt will repaid." Yuno let out a small gasp but it was loud enough for Yuki's dad to turn around. "Guess I imagined it."
A teddy bear that was thrown on the floor had a hidden camera inside it and someone was watching him.
At the apartment
Uiharu was in her bedroom watching through her cell phone. "This can't be...good."
Orsola, Index, and Saten left to take a walk in the city while the others left for the apartment.
"So, what'd you want to talk about?" Orsola asked.
"I want to know what is your relationship with Touma," Saten replied. "I mean I can see that you somewhat like Touma and that you're a friend of his."
Orsola giggled sweetly. "Oh, I see..." She cupped her hands on her cheeks bashfully. "Well, I owe him for saving my life one time." She placed her hand on the cross hanging around her neck. "Also, this is a gift from him. I remember when I asked him to place it around my neck personally."
Index gave off an envious look but didn't say a word.
"Well, I guess Misaka has a rival," Saten teased.
Orsola tilts her head in confusion. "I beg your pardon..."
Before Saten could reply, Index started to bite the middle school girl's head. "Don't mind her, she's just spouting nonsense!" She said in a muffled tone.
"Ow, ow, ow, stop that!" Saten pouted comically trying to shake off the girl.
Suddenly something popped out of the shadows and lunged at the three Academy city girls and everything went black.
The next morning.
7/7 8:00 Am
At the apartment
Misaka alerted the three of their friends didn't return. "Guys, Saten is missing!"
"She's not the only one, Orsola and Index are missing too!" Touma added in a panic.
Kanzaki felt utterly worried about the two nuns. "Damn it, how could have this happened?"
Tsuchimikado had a guess. "It's possible that the 7th pair is behind this or someone else might have abducted them."
"Well, we should find those jerks and beat the truth out of them!" Misaka yelled almost threateningly.
"Hold on, we don't know where the 7th pair lives let alone if they're truly behind the kidnapping!" Misaki interrupted. "Plus, we don't know if this was done by the 8th either."
"So, what are we supposed to do?" Misaka asked looking tense.
"I think I know..." Uiharu got out her cell phone and played a video from the camera she had hidden in the stuffed bear. "Hold on, Yuki's father is working with 11th!?"
"As in one of the Diary Holders," Itsuwa added.
"It would seem so," Uiharu put away her cell phone. "Though the main question is, why would Mr. Amano agree to destroy Yuki's phone he should know what'll happen to his son if that happens."
Kikyou had an idea. "I think it's possible that Yuki's father isn't aware of the Survival Game and the power that Yuki's cellphone possesses. In other words, 11th might not have told him the reason why he wants Yuki's cellphone to be destroyed."
That was a good point, but, also dangerous if Yuki's father did do such a thing." Kanzaki said.
Aiho entered the living room. "Guys, I got word that Nishijima is ready to investigate Kamada's household on the 7th pair."
Misaki packed her gear. "Guess that's my cue too."
"Good, Kanzaki, you go with her and the inspector, they'll need some backup in case 8th tries something," Tsuchimikado suggested as the priestess nodded her head. "In the meantime, we should try to find out where our friends are."
Misaka felt her cell phone ring and saw who was calling. "Uh oh...guys, it's Ms. Amano, Yuki's mom."
"Not good...she must've called to check on Yuki." She mumbled with a nervous look.
"Guys, we should have someone keep an eye on Ms. Amano," Touma said getting his friends to look at him. "Listen, Ms. Amano is eventually going to find out what her son has gotten himself into, however, we can't let her know the truth at least not yet. In the words, if she gets word that Yuki is in danger, she'll likely run off and look for him."
Misaka had to agree. "He's right, if she decides to run off, then she'll be putting herself in mortal danger."
Tsuchimikado put his finger to his chin. "Agreed...Kikyou, Last Order, Kuroko, Uiharu, Itsuwa, and Accelerator, you four will keep an eye on Ms. Amano and make sure she doesn't leave your side. Protect her at any costs."
The six nodded
"As for me, I'll go with Yukiteru and inform them of this," Touma concluded.
Tsuchimikado turned to look at his classmate. "Alright, but, I'll tag along too."
"I'll go with you both too," Misaka approached the high school boy. "Saten is my friend...that said, 7th will probably be there..."
At the 7th's pair apartment rooftop.
Marco and Ai were practicing their magic power and their bodies were engulfed in red-pink flames. "This magic... it's so powerful..."
Ai felt the magic soaring through her body. "Yes, Marco, I can see how strong magic is." She felt confident with the new magic power.
"Yes, with this new power we'll become more powerful...plus, the spell works on a couple that has true love," Marco grinned widely. "With this, 1st and 2nd will die at our hands. I hope to burn that bastard Kamijou and his railgun friend to a crisp." He then felt his cell phone ring. "Who could be calling me?" He opened his cell phone and put it to his face. "Yeah, what...?"
"Got a pen and paper, I'm going to say this once." Vector's voice replied.
After a few minutes, Marco spent time riding on a piece of paper. A smirk was shown on his face. "Got it, we'll be there shortly, but, will we get Kamijou and his friends to come."
"If you learned anything about that Kamijou brat, he'll do anything to rescue his friends," Vector replied. "Anyway, just get ready for the Sakurami Tower on the double."
"Very well, I was going to use that place anyway. It's the place where Ai and I met for the first time," Marco said with a tender look on his face after hanging up his cell phone. "Ai...let's go."
Ai nodded her head. "Marco..."
9:31 Children's Home: Mother's Home
Nishijima, Misaki, Kanzaki, and a random officer arrived at the residence. "I believe that you're Kamada the director of this household." The obese woman just smiled. "Yes sir."
The inspector held up a sheet of paper. "I have a search warrant to investigate a lead we found about the recent attack on the Kosaka residence."
Orin and Kamada bowed their heads in approvement. "Yes sir, I won't get in your way."
Misaki had a request. "You miss, do you mind if we have a chat?" Orin gave the blonde girl an emotionless stare as she eyed Kamada, who seemingly nodded her head slowly. "Very well, let's talk around that tree."
Aiho approached the director woman. "Kamada, I would like to ask you a few questions about two individuals, I believe their names are Marco and Ai." That seemingly got the 8th Diary user's attention causing her to faintly flinch.
At the Sakura Mei Police Hospital.
Yukiteru and Kurou were sitting on the recovery bed watching the news.
"We have information that the attackers that assaulted the Kosaka mansion have connections with Mother's Home. The police are now investigating, we'll have more details when they emerge."
"Amazing, Nishijima and the others did it..." Yukiteru noticed in the news that Aiho and his friends were there too. "They're so cool."
"If you want to overcome your limits then keep fighting..." Aiho's words echoed in his head.
"I hope these attackers get locked away and throw away the key too," Kurou joked.
Yukiteru had a fake smile on his face as he glanced at his dad looking a bit pale suddenly.
F
One hour earlier.
Yuno arrived at his room to explain what she saw. Of course, Yukiteru's reaction wasn't surprising. "What...my father wants to break my Diary?
"Yes, I saw him going through your things, I doubt it's the 7th pair, so, it must be the 11th. However, I do that if your dad manages to break your Diary, his high debt will be paid." Yuno replied.
Yukiteru was silent with disbelief which his stalker noticed. "Yukki...you forget once your Diary is destroyed you die..."
F
Yukiteru kept his fake smile taken in what Yuno told him. "Father is lying to me...this has got to be a mistake..." Kurou noticed his son's concerned look. "Son, what's wrong, are you worried about me and your mother not working things out?" An assuring smile took shape on his face. "Don't worry, it's all going to work out."
Hearing that made Yukiteru happy, but something else came to his mind. "Touma and the others were planning to visit this morning, but, they never showed up. I wonder what's going on?"
Yuno was holding a knife almost ready to go for the kill.
Knock Knock
There was Tsuchimikado, Touma, and Misaka's sudden appearance halted Yuno's attempt and lowered the weapon.
"Guys, what's up?" Yukiteru asked happy to see them.
"Dandy...but, anyway, we heard the news," Misaka replied.
"Yup, the attackers will soon be caught," Yukiteru said with a smile.
"Oh Mr. Amano, how are you doing?" Tsuchimikado approached Yuki's old man with a calm cool expression.
Kurou gave his usual smile. "Oh Tsuchimikado, Touma, and zapper girl."
Misaka twitched at the stupid nickname but kept her urge to release her railgun ability. "I'm Misaka...sir..."
"Excuse me, do you mind if we have a private chat with Yuno and Yuki, it's important." Tsuchimikado requested confusing Yuki and Yuno.
Kurou had a puzzled look. "What do you-"
"Like I said, it's important..." Tsuchimikado interrupted calmly.
Kurou looked into the blonde teenage boy's eyes for a second and shrugged. "No prob...I have to use the restroom but I'll be right back."
Yukiteru and Yuno sat on the bed together Touma and Misaka sat on two chairs and Tsuchimikado stood against the window. "What's up, you guys?" Yukiteru asked.
"Yuno, Yuki, we got a problem, three of our friends are missing," Misaka answered startling Yukiteru minus Yuno.
"W-what...who's missing?" Yukiteru asked looking panicky.
"Orsola, Index, and Saten," Touma answered. "They went out yesterday and were supposed to return to the apartment but they never did."
Yukiteru was getting worried. "Wait, so, do you have any ideas what happened to them?"
Tsuchimikado looked down at the floor for a minute before he looked at the first diary holder. "We think it must be one of the Diary Holders."
"Although, we do not know who it was," Misaka added looking quite concerned but keeping her cool.
Yuno had a question of her own. "Do you think it's possible it's one of those monsters that you mentioned?" Everyone looked at the pink-haired girl. "Didn't you guys say one of the monsters was using 5th as a guinea pig?"
Touma was thinking the same thing. "Perhaps, that said, what would they gain from the kidnapping of our friends?"
Misaka had to agree. "True, but, it is possible that one of the monsters is one of our allies and knows our friends' names. Now that I think about it, our new ally Ray hasn't shown himself lately."
"Yeah, remember that goblin girl Selena was able to use transformation magic and we discussed that the monsters can blend in human society because they are giving human forms," Yuno concluded.
"Yuno has a point for once," Touma agreed. "However, finding who they are is going to be a challenge. I'm sure they're using fake names to avoid suspiciousness."
"Touma Kamijou, you have a call at the front desk," A nurse announced from the intercom!"
Touma and the others were puzzled. "Guess it must be a call from Aiho or the others." He walked out of the room and passed by Kurou who just hung up his phone. "Who is he calling?" He arrived at the front desk and answered the phone. "This Touma Kamijou speaking."
"Well, a pleasure that you answered," Marco's voice was heard.
"Marco...what do you want?" Touma asked in a demanding tone.
"Wow, the sound of my voice has you in combat mode. You got more balls than I thought." Marco replied almost amused.
"Answer me my question, you bastard!" Touma yelled angrily getting some patients to stare at him without him realizing it.
"Fine then, a source of mine was able to snatch your friends. Although Ai and I didn't have anything to do with it, it's the opportunity to have a rematch against you and your friends. Also, tell Porkchop to bring his father too."
"What?" Touma said.
"C'mon you scrawny punk, it's obvious that 1st's old man has dirt on 11th's identity, and before you ask any questions on how Ai and I found out, let's just say we know." Marco continued. "So, for now, I suggest you do what we say and we'll return your friends to you safe and sound. The location is the Sakurami City where we'll fight to the death."
Static
Touma was silent and hung the phone up. "Son of bitch..." He cursed.
He returned to Yukiteru's room. "Guys, we got a problem, our friends are indeed kidnapped." The others gasped including Kurou. "Plus, the kidnappers want Mr. Amano to come along too."
"Why me?" Kurou asked pointing at himself.
"Not sure, but, we should play along for now," Touma replied.
Yuno had to agree. "I have to agree, our friends will surely meet their end if the kidnappers mean business."
Tsuchimikado had to act quickly. "You guys, you get the vehicle, I'll meet you outside soon." The others nodded their heads and left the room. The blond teenage boy took out his cell phone. "Kikyou, listen up I have to tell you something important."
Sakurami Tower(Now closed for two months)
In the altar area.
Orsola, Saten, and Index were tied up and unconscious.
Vector was in his human form. "Aw, looks like the ladies are still taking their nap." He cackled sinisterly.
Taoru was there. "Vector, why did you kidnap these girls even if they are friends with 1st?"
Vector turned his head. "Huh, you getting cold feet or something?"
Ignoring the remark, Taoru continued his questioning. "What is the point?"
A devilish smirk took place on Vector's face. "I suppose I can tell you one thing. I want to see if my suspicions are correct about a certain high school brat. The boy that confronted the terrorist bitch Minene Uyuru at the Sakurami Middle School. The boy who confronted Kurusu is known as 4th. Lastly, the way he confronted Marco and Ai, he has such spirit and courage."
It didn't take long for Tarou to figure out who Vector was describing. "Are you talking about Touma Kamijou, do you know him or something?"
A light evil chuckle was heard from Vector which seemingly woke up Index but kept herself quiet. "Let's just say Kamijou reminds me of an old enemy of mine. But, that's all you get for now."
"Touma...his old enemy...what does that even mean?" Index questioned in her mind.
"Anyway, take these three girls to the office over there and then start on your task." Vector ordered.
"No need to remind me," Tauro walked away as he picked up Index and carried her away he saw a small box and looked uneasy but didn't say a word.
Vector smirked. "It's only a matter of time, but, I wonder if Marco and Ai will succeed in killing Kamijou and his little buddies...heheheheh...I doubt. Marco and Ai are nothing but cocky-headed twits, if they don't realize what power Kamijou possesses they'll eventually meet their end."
Marco and Ai arrived. "It's time..."
"Yes, it is time, baby."
Meanwhile in the old church.
Vivian was in the priest's office.
In the room were generators and kinds of highly advanced technology equipment. The android resting on the table was still inactive.
"It's only a matter of time..." Vivian took out a small flash drive in her hand and looked at it. "This gives the game a more twisted turn where things will become dramatic and entertaining at least for me." Her eyes glowed purpled as a wide wicked smile.
There you have it, Touma and some of his friends got to meet Yukiteru's father. Aiho learns of Mr. Amano's money problem and that he owes a lot of it. Yet, Yukiteru and his father get to spend time together. Yuno claims to Yukiteru that she saw his dad trying to find his cell phone and break it, suspecting that he's working with 11th. Marco and Ai have gained a new magic power using a grimore.
The main question is, what is Vector hoping to gain by helping the 7th pair and why is Yoshino assisting? More importantly, will Touma and his friends be able to handle the pair next time? Find out next time.
End of chapter.