Chapter 11 Part 1

Yami having not been able to sleep that night but then again that being his normal he wanders the area surrounding the mansion as he thinks of all the things that happened yesterday. He walks for quite a while being deep in thought. As this happens Hiki is awake in Chazz's room as she reads one of Kura's books as Hiki recovers. Chazz and Tori still are asleep but Tori being a little restless in his sleep for once as he processes all the events from yesterday. Jennifer is asleep in her room as Shizen looks out the window watching everything that happens outside to pass the time. Kairi and Kura talk in Kairi's room about Yami and Kura reassuring Kairi that Yami will be alright. Luna and Maru are up in their rooms as well while they talk about the ball, Kairi and the strange feelings about everyone they had met).

Chazz: (Wakes up and gets ready to get Jennifer and Kairi but as he gets up he sees a figure outside his window walking. He cannot tell who it is but once he notices the figure he starts to head outside. He does not telling Hiki or Tori just saying that he is getting some fresh air).

Yami: (Continues to walk outside processing the events of yesterday in his own way having given up on sleeping a long time ago since he has trouble staying asleep. He just wanders with his hands in his pockets deep in thought).

Chazz: (Shows up standing in front of Yami with his arms folded). Yami what are you doing so early in the morning?

Yami: (Stops walking looking surprised but then relaxes seeing it is someone he knows). Huh oh hey umm just getting some fresh air I guess.

Chazz: (Gives a questioning look). Are you really? I heard what happened yesterday.

Yami: ... About what... Oh what happened at training. (Looks down a little).

Chazz: well that of course, Hiki and Tori's safety is important to me just as madam Jennifer's and Kairi's safety is as well. I was talking about the person you ran into yesterday.

Yami: Oh yeah I guess that to... What about it?

Chazz: Well it seems to be bothering you heavily.

Yami: Nah I'm fine, whoever it was I'll pay them back for it.

Chazz: I see that is good... Now I have a question for you.

Yami: Yeah what?

Chazz: Why do you absorb dark energy?

Yami: (Looks surprised but answers though is not happy with the subject clearly. He tries to just shrug about it though). Umm I don't know just an ability I guess... My dad had it so I have it.

Chazz: I see maybe it would have something to do with those eyes.

Yami: (Changes his eyes to black and red). Oh yeah... These are my dad's eyes... I hide them a lot though so no one would know who I really am I guess... What about them?

Chazz: (A black and white seal appears in his hands with a scary and angry look on his face). Oh nothing just let me seal them away for a little bit since they are the reason Hiki was hurt... But you can still make your case.

Yami: What, no! I need it or else I just become weak. Look I'm sorry I hurt her but I didn't mean to I-I-! (Backs up from Chazz looking a little scared).

Chazz: You must finish your thoughts Yami... Also remember that I told you before that if you cause bad things to happen I would be there but go on I will listen to what you have to say. (Steps closer to Yami as he talks).

Yami: (Backs up more). I-I don't mean for bad things to happen... It's just everywhere I go, either someone dies or loses everything... I guess I'm a bad luck charm, I mean look at what I did to your spirits, I mean I hurt Hiki and almost killed Tori... Maybe I'm just bad luck in general. (Looks down).

Chazz: Do you wish to be given punishment then?

Yami: (Glares at Chazz as he raises his voice). Fine whatever, beat me up for all I care but please don't seal me away!

Chazz: I didn't say that. I am just going to seal your eyes away.

Yami: There my actual eyes, I use my energy to hide it... And why just my eye, do they scare you... They scare a lot of people.... (Looks downwards seeming to have a lot of hurt behind that statement).

Chazz: They could attract unneeded attention.

Yami: Then I'll just hide then when around new people. I mean I hid them from you guys this long right and sealing my eyes means to seal my energy and I need that.

Chazz: Well first of all if you say so then I will believe it but you must be handled in some way.

Yami: Fine, any ideas, I can tell you're still mad so if were fighting you can just throw me into a tree like Tori did.

Chazz: (Appear behind Yami with a sword having notices a person watching in the shadows and seeing if they would react).

Yami: (Inches away from the sword feeling uncomfortable and a little scared his hands slowly going to unsheathe his knife but stops once he touches the knife not unsheathing it yet as he looks for what to say but has trouble as he stutters a little since he's a little scared though he tries to act tough and hide it clearly). So umm.

Chazz: (His sword turns into a reaper scythe with a seal on it pointed at Yami). I apologize for my actions.

Yami: W-what are you doing?

Chazz: The scythe is going to cut your energy off for the day.

Yami: No I need it... I-I don't want to disappear. (Tries to struggle to get away but the scythe makes it difficult seeming to have a will to live about the subject).

Chazz: (His scythe goes closer to Yami almost touching him).

Yami: Fine... I thought maybe I was starting to get accepted here... Who am I fooling. (Looks down with a small laugh to himself thinking "who am I kidding how would this time be any different").

Chazz: Huh...? (looks surprised to what just happened seeingthe energy stream and no sign of it returning on its own to retain Yami's living being).

????: (The one watching jumps into the shadows more and very quickly).

Chazz: ... Yami I am mad at you but I would not do something to kill you. It would upset everyone and I cannot have that but at the same time it is your life to hold and I should not try to take that away.

Yami: ... You want to know something... When Tori and I started out fight... I was completely ready for my life to end... I planned to throw my knife as we charged and run into his blade so he could have his revenge... I'm tired for hiding. I'm tired of running and that was why... now I'm not so sure.... (Looks down as he thinks since that is what has been on his mind as he was walking).

Chazz: Well any coward can throw away their life but at the same time the strong can break past their breaking point.

Yami: ... I'm no coward... Just tired of being turned away and hated... I heard you spent your childhood on the streets right... Well I did the same... And probably will be doing the same when you guys are gone... Guess I just got tired of being alone but also being turned away but even more making connections with people who just fade away.... (Looks down). ... Look I'll try not to absorb energy around people especially dark spirits but it's hard for me to control so no promises.

Chazz: (Knocks Yami's head). And that's all I ever wanted to hear was that you would try and I know the feeling of trying to connect with people but being too scared to do it. Once you have them you treasure them.

Yami: (Grabs his head but then laughs a little). I guess. (Realizes something). You scared me for nothing then, you just wanted to know if I would try to hold back! (Gives a grumpy look). Could of just told me.

Chazz: Then what fun would that be?

Yami: ... Not cool dude. (Looks grumpier as he crosses his arms).

Chazz: (Laughs). Well I had to get the words out of you somehow now didn't I?

Yami: Well whatever, I'm going the head back. Yes I have a lot on my mind but I'll deal with it. Next time I'm going to fight back if you pull that again.

Chazz: (Smiles). Well I look forward to it and I will not hold back.

Yami: Fine see you later then. (Starts to walk back to Kairi's room but still looking like he has a bit on his mind but a little less now).

Chazz: (Goes and sits by a nearby tree and retrieves his scythe he had thrown).

????: (The one watching jumps away from the place she was watching near where Chazz had thrown the scythe and runs quickly away, almost as quickly as Hiki but night quite).

Chazz: Well looks like I have another guest to entertain.

????: (The one who was watching continues to run going into a shadow form as she heads to her destination quickly as possible but makes a few detours to make sure she is not followed and then hopping into Kairi's room before Yami is near enough to see her).

Chazz: Hmm very interesting.... (As he says that Hiki call him back to his room to help her get dressed and he discouragingly agrees to Hiki's request. He gets back to the room help Hiki get ready and Tori up as he heads out to let Jennifer and Kairi know it is time for breakfast).

Jennifer: (Sleeps soundly, her arm a lot better than before, able to stiffly move it in her cast as Shizen still looks out the window to pass the time).

Chazz: (Arrives at Jennifer's door with Hiki and Tori with breakfast I hand knocking on the door).

Shizen: Come in, she is fast asleep though.

Chazz: Really now, it's time to eat.

Hiki: (Says happily). Want me to wake her up master?

Tori: (Looks half asleep with his white hair messy from a pillow still).

Shizen: (Laughs). I suppose but be careful of her arm, though she can move it today which is good.

Hiki: I will. (Goes by Jennifer sitting on the edge of the bed and begins to tickle her).

Jennifer: (Starts to move around being very ticklish and waking up). Wah what! (Starts to laugh a lot).

Hiki: Time to get up or else I will tickle you more.

Jennifer: (Laughs more as I try to get away). N-no stop!

Hiki: Tickle, tickle maybe I will tickle someplace else.

Jennifer: No please! (Laughs uncontrollably as she tries to get away reaching out to Shizen). Help me!

Shizen: I would but a nap sounds good right about now.

Hiki: Will master help you hmm?

Chazz: (Starts to blush and look away).

Jennifer: What no and Shizen you traitor! (Says in-between laughs).

Shizen: (Sighs). Hiki. (Places her hand on Hiki's foot). Please stop for a moment to let the child catch her breath then you may continue.

Jennifer: What no stop for good! (Continues to laugh).

Hiki: Fine. (Stops tickling Jennifer).

Jennifer: (As she catches her breath). Can't you just wake me up normally.

Hiki: No.

Jennifer: Well I guess I need to get you back for that! (Suddenly tackles Hiki and tickles her).

Hiki: (Starts to laugh heavily).

Jennifer: (Continues to tickle Hiki's side). Sorry but this is payback.

Hiki: (Starts to tickle Jennifer again).

Jennifer: (Starts to laugh uncontrollably as she continues to tickle Hiki).

Hiki: (Tickles Jennifer more and more and she laughs).

Jennifer: Stop, I can't stop laughing! (Says in-between laughs but continues to tickle Hiki).

Hiki: (Stops as Chazz pulls her away).

Jennifer: (Falls back onto her bed being out of breath from the tickle fight).

Chazz: Now that, that event is over let me get your food ready.

Jennifer: (Once able to catch her breath she stands getting out of bed). Very well, I will get changed while you do that. Are we training today like usual. My arm is better though a little stiff. (Takes her arm out of the sling to prove she is alright as she stretches it out a little but wincing a little if she moves it the wrong way).

Chazz: Only a little bit of training for you today.

Jennifer: Deal, well I will be right out then oh and good morning to you too Tori though you seem like you would rather sleep. (Closes the closet door and starts to change into a shirt and pants and her usual training gear).

Tori: Yeah sorry I'm still kind of sleepy.

Jennifer: It is alright I think getting tickled helps wake someone up. You could ask Hiki to tickle you. (Laughs a little bit).

Hiki: (Catches her breath as she readies her hands).

Tori: No, no I'm alright now... I don't want to be attacked so early.

Jennifer: Are you sure? It worked for me.

Tori: I am sure, just looking at that kind of woke me up.

Jennifer: I see. (Comes out wearing a simple light green shirt with brown pants and her bow and quiver on her good shoulder as she puts on her wrist guards, a bandage still on her arm but the sling taken off).

Chazz: Yes but first can you eat?

Jennifer: We should get Kairi and everyone can have breakfast together. I can go with you to go get her.

Chazz: As you wish madam.

Hiki: I want to see if I can tickle Kairi too. (She says with a scheming face).

Tori: But let's go see how Yami and Kura are doing too.

Jennifer: Alright and Kairi is ticklish on her sides and stomach mostly.

Shizen: I will go with as well. (Looks at Chazz talking quietly as everyone starts to walk). Try not to scare Yami again, you may be attacked.

Chazz: I am aware but I wanted to see his reaction and get his apology.

Shizen: I see. (As everyone is walking to Kairi's room they start to hear yelling as if two were fighting).

Jennifer: Is that... Yami?

Chazz: I think so.

Tori: (Starts to look concerned as they get closer hearing Kura and Yami).

Yami: Stop looking after me saying if I'm alight or acting like you know me at all! Sure your name is like my sisters but that gives you no right to try and take her place!

Kura: ... I'm not trying to I-.

Yami: Don't give me that! You treat me like a little kid that doesn't know any better! I don't need someone trying to protect me and looking at me like that!

Kura: ... Yami.

Yami: Just... I'll go before I take everyone's energy more... Just stop treating me like I can't take care of myself... I have done it and made it this far.

Kairi: Yami wait....

Jennifer: (Looks shocked from hearing Yami everyone else having the same reaction and they decide to head in seeing Yami is gone probably through the open window and Kairi sitting on her bed looking very upset as Jennifer rushes to her side and Kura sitting looking shocked a little hurt emotionally).

Hiki: (Goes over by Kura). Kura what happened.

Chazz: (Stand by the doorway).

Kura: (Looks like she is struggling to keep her composure and hiding something with that as well). ... Oh... He will be fine but I must have said something that made him upset... I was only looking out for him....

Kairi: I hope Yami will be alright... He was very upset.... (Is teary eyed as Jennifer comforts her).

Tori: We could tell by the tone of his voice. (Goes by the window). I'll go after him to see what's up.

Hiki: (Gives Kura a hug).

Kura: (Looks at Chazz with a little bit of a glare seeing something protective about her). You did not need to be so hard on him. He cannot control himself so it is not his fault.

Hiki and Tori: (Looks back at Chazz looking confused by what Kura said).

Chazz: (Avoids Hiki and Tori's gaze). True as it may be and I am aware of that.

Kura: Then stop making him apologies for something he cannot help. (Walks over to Chazz with a serious and a little bit of a scary look).

Hiki: (Begins to look concerned).

Chazz: Then what should I do then... I cannot understand what he felt before but he must realize there are connections that must be protected and he cannot accept that now.

Kura: So to protect your spirits and connections with them you make Yami feel not accepted and alone like he has been for most of his life! (Grabs Chazz's shoulder pushing him against the wall a little bit with a scary look. Something about her changes in personality seeming to not hide behind a type of mask anymore). Does that sound right to you?

Chazz: No it does not because don't you think I already accepted him by telling him or were you to busy watching from the trees Miss Kura? (Grab Kura's arm and pulls it off of himself). Do not even begin to judge my actions without knowing my intent or me Miss Kura and who said I did not like him. Yes I have my concerns about him but that is no reason to do that to a spirit let alone a human.

Hiki: (Tries to break in-between Chazz and Kura by trying to get in the middle of them as Tori sits on the window sill).

Kura: (Narrows her eyes at Chazz). I may not know you well but I will protect Yami no matter what so do not give him a hard time... He's been through enough.

Chazz: Don't you think I know that but sometimes in order for someone to gain a resolve, they must be faced with struggles or so I was told by my teacher time and time again and with fear and loneliness at my doorstep.

Kura: (Becomes angry as she yells at Chazz a quick flash of red going into her eyes). He's not alone, I'm still here for him! (Her eyes widen to what she just said as she back up a few steps).

Chazz: (Opens his eyes in shock everyone else doing the same). If that is true at least you had someone with you. All I was just thrown away like yesterday's garbage worried if I would make it to the next day with barely anyone to rely on besides myself. So do not say I do not know the feeling of being alone. You did not experience it like I had.

Kura: (Tries to go back to normal servant's attitude but it fails as tear come into the eyes she now hides). I may not... But Yami has... I'm sorry... I need to go. (Instantly zooms past Chazz and through the door).

Kairi: (Looks shocked along with Jennifer but is still teary eyed as she is held by Jennifer).

Hiki: (With tears in her eyes). M-master....

Chazz: (Has tears as well as he looks away from everyone). Hiki go after her if you would not mind.

Hiki: (Shakes her head yes as she goes after Kura).

Jennifer: Tori since you already were going to go to Yami I guess you can go. I will handle things here.

Shizen: ... Well I will help here as well.

Tori: (Already has left through the window as Jennifer had told him to).

Chazz: (Still stand by the doorway).

Jennifer: ... Chazz are you alright?

Kairi: Why is everyone so upset... Why can't everyone smile again together.... (Looks down sadly).

Chazz: ... Miss Kairi in order to smile sometimes tears must be shed.

Kairi: And sometimes being held and comforted helps the smile come back....

Jennifer: (Walks up to Chazz and hugs him not letting go). I am sorry... Sorry you felt alone when so young and for so long....

Chazz: You have no need to say sorry madam it is not like it is your fault.

Jennifer: I know but there are people who care about you now.... You do not have to be alone ever again... I hope Yami realizes the same thing....

Kairi: But why was Kura so upset? I do not understand it.

Chazz: I think we will see why after she calms down.

Jennifer: I have never seen her like that. She usually is quiet and to herself.

Kairi: Me either....

Shizen: I have seen her like that once but only for a few seconds.

Jennifer: Really when?

Shizen: When Tori and Yami had fought she had this protective look to her.

Chazz: I see.

Shizen: We will see what happens after they calm down. I know that Hiki and Tori will help them.

Chazz: Yes....

Kairi: I am sorry Kura hurt your feelings.

Jennifer: Everything will be alright once everyone calms down, I know it will.

Chazz: She did not hurt my feelings at all.

Jennifer: Well it seemed like it. I mean she was upset at something but maybe she took those feelings out on you like she has been hiding her feelings unfilled they were too much for her.

Shizen: Question is why hold back her emotions.

Chazz: I can guess she is closely related to Yami and just wanted to watch over him maybe.

Jennifer: Maybe but wouldn't Yami know her then.

Shizen: So much to be answered, I guess we will find out soon enough. (Looks out of the window giving the impression she may know what all of this could be about possibly but it is not certain yet).

Kairi: I hope so too.

Meanwhile on the roof of the mansion.

Yami: (Is sitting on the roof as he looks up at the sky as he tries to calm down. Is deep in thought taking a little bit of darkness from the things around him but doesn't notice).

Tori: (Goes over and sits beside Yami).

Yami: (Continues to look up at the sky knowing Tori is there but still is deep in thought so doesn't say anything).

Tori: So things were interesting after you left.

Yami: ... Yeah I can imagine... What are you doing here are you going to scold me too or tell me I'm just a kid or something like that.

Tori: No I don't need to scold you.

Yami: yeah... then why are you here?

Tori: to see why you ran off.

Yami: Just because... Not like I was thinking about stuff or anything....

Tori: Uh huh sure you don't.

Yami: Oh come on after everything that happened yesterday it's hard not to think.... (Has not looked at Tori yet still looking at the sky).

Tori: Fair enough, it's been on my mind as well.

Yami: ... Why did you stop... When we were fighting... You were ready to strike me down... But then inches away from me... You stopped your blade... Why?

Tori: Because I almost forgot you are part of this whole group of crazy people.

Yami: I was ready to die... Tired of fighting just to live when I had already lost everything... I planned to throw my knife down as soon as you charged at me... Does that make me a coward?

Tori: I'm not sure, it shouldn't because you wanted to get me into it but you couldn't bring yourself to do that.

Yami: Yeah I guess... Just wanted to let go of who I was, to stop the fight... To stop running from who I am and face it... And who I'm the son of....

Tori: Then stop and just be yourself. If anything happens the people here will be there for you, especially Kairi.

Yami: I can tell... Truth is I never looked up to my dad. I tried to behave and control but never could... He really was obsessed with power I guess like everyone kept saying... And nothing else... I don't want to be like him....

Tori: Yami... You aren't like him.

Yami: My ability is from him... When people came over to visit that were dark spirits I was even worse at controlling my power... I think I killed a few that way as a toddler whenever I had a tantrum.

Tori: Well answer me this, what matters more that defines you, is it your past or now?

Yami: ... Isn't it both... That's how people see me anyways... By what I've done, who I'm related to... I didn't mean to kill those people... I just... Absorbed their life away... I almost did that to you.... (Looks down and away).

Tori: Well what do you think matters most to everyone here?

Yami: What? (Looks at Tori it being clear that he has been crying).

Tori: Do you think your past matters to everyone here or just you as a person now?

Yami: ... I guess you have a point... I remember when you said that those people who left you still have your memories of them... Yeah it was mostly bad especially when they left but my brother and sister had some good times too... I looked up to them and not my dad... They were different than him.... (Looks into the distance as he goes through his memories of his older brother and sister and smiles a little bit).

Tori: (His eyes widen as he gets his own memories to reflect on but only whispers the name and thought out to himself first). ... Kuro... Then try to cherish those memories most of all because you never know when you might meet them again.

Yami: Nah their gone... It's nice to think about the good times I had with them... Sure they were a little weird and if someone picked on me or beat me up... Not that I was weak or anything, my sister would scare the crap out of them.... (Laughs to himself). She was kind but a little scary if you did something wrong.

Tori: (Laughs). I guess you can say the same for me and Hiki, we are like siblings though we shouldn't be, there will always be some to be there for me... And that can make all the difference.

Yami: I guess so... If I didn't have them I would be a lot different of a person now oh and as for my brother he was kind to though we fought a lot... Not seriously just for fun... He always won though but both ended up always smiling and laughing and then I would ask for a rematch... Maybe if I just think of those time I'll feel better and move on from my past... It's hard though....

Tori: (Smiles at Yami). Well if you ever want to fight I got you covered on that.

Yami: Alright your on and I'll try not to absorb your energy like last time... Yeah I'm done killing people with it... I refuse to but if I have to throw you in one of those barrier things again I will but that means I win the fight right?

Tori: Well who said I would be down for the count and you haven't been absorbing energy since I started talking to you.

Yami: Yeah... I guess it calmed me down and I'll be waiting for that rematch.

Tori: So if you're calm you don't take energy?

Yami: Yeah then I can control it but I still can... That's why I went out last night... To absorb darkness but not affect anyone here.

Tori: (Thinks to himself). What if when you start taking unneeded energy you start to think of your memories with your brother and sister.

Yami: Seems like a plan... But I still will go out at night to absorb darkness... I still need to its just that I try to do that away from everyone.

Tori: Alright if you are ok with it then stop being so moody and down.

Yami: Ok deal and it's not that I'm ok with it, it's just that it keeps my energy up.... Don't tell anyone that.

Tori: Hmm maybe I will maybe I won't.

Yami: (Punches Tori in the shoulder with a small laugh). Hey not cool, not like I'm telling your weakness to everyone am I?

Tori: (Laughs). Yes, yes whatever you say.

Yami: (Laughs as well and then looks up at the sky again and smiles). Yeah I think I'm done running and fighting... But that doesn't mean I'm done living.

Tori: Good now let's head back before Kairi cries a river.

Yami: Yeah I guess I owe her an apology for having my break down like that, I probably upset her.

Tori: Just a bit but expect huge hugs when we get back.

Yami: Yeah probably. (Sighs and stands up stretching his arms and then offers his hand to help Tori up but also a fist bump). Come on and I'll be holding you to that rematch.

Tori: (Stands on his own but connects his fist with Yami's). Better bring you're A game then.

Yami: Bring it! (Laughs and starts to walk back with Tori).

Meanwhile Kura sits under a tree on the other side of the mansion as she holds her legs close to her with her head down).

Hiki: (Walk closer to Kura).

Kura: (Doesn't speak not paying attention to her surroundings so much).

Hiki: Kura... Are you alright.

Kura: (Looks at Hiki being surprised then goes back to her normal servant's attitude but it is clear that she has been crying). Yes Miss Hiki, I am fine.

Hiki: can you stop acting like that.

Kura: Like what?

Hiki: This way of speaking or attitude you have now that hides your real feelings.

Kura: I am not hiding who I really am... I only had a moment of unneeded emotion, I will apologies to your master once I return.

Hiki: Then what did you mean when you said Yami had you?

Kura: ... I am teamed with him since I am Kairi's spirit so I will look after him. (it is clear she is not saying something or hiding something behind a lie).

Hiki: Are you sure Kura that there aren't any other feelings there?

Kura: (Looks down as she lies). There is not.

Hiki: Kura... Why are you doing this to yourself?

Kura: (Continues to look down not giving an answer).

Hiki: It's just... Just... Silly.

Kura: I... Can't well anyone... So please stop asking who I really am... I don't want everyone to know the truth yet... What if it hurts Yami more.

Hiki: Why can't you tell anyone? Did someone make you or are you scared of the results?

Kura: ... I went into hiding because someone saved me when I was close to death... And told me to hide who I am no matter what... I must tell no one... I don't want Yami to have to go through that emotion again.

Hiki: Is it Yami's sister? (After she thinks to herself for a moment she comes up with that conclusion).

Kura: No she is dead... I know so... I knew her and Yami well....

Hiki: Well then who was she before she died or did she fake her death in order to protect Yami?

Kura: (Her eyes widen for a second but goes back to normal). She did not fake her death, she would never leave Yami alone... she sacrificed herself to protect him just like our older brother had.

Hiki: Well that doesn't answer my question.

Kura: Well I'm not sure but she had black hair with red highlights umm red eyes umm I didn't know her as well as her family did... I was only a friend.

Hiki: (Doesn't believe most of what Kura says clearly being half truths and lies). Well she does sound pretty.

Kura: I guess so, a few times I saw Yami being picked on and she would kick whoever picked on him so far you couldn't see them anymore. (Smiles a little bit to herself).

Hiki: I think Yami treasures all of those memories.

Kura: ... I hope so... He's been alone for so long his sister and especially his brother fought off many hunting them but one day there were just too many... I couldn't do anything. (Looks down sadly).

Hiki: (Questions the "I" Kura used in her head). So you couldn't do anything at all?

Kura: No nothing... Can you keep this between us... Please don't tell everyone.

Hiki: Why of course Kura.

Kura: Is that a promise... I am trusting you to not tell anyone no matter what.... (Looks at Hiki seriously).

Hiki: (Shakes her head yes and holds Kura's hands).

Kura: (Looks down at her and Hiki's hands looking unsure of whether to say the truth or not). You're the first person to take a interest in my book writing and took the time to get to know me outside of family... So I guess I can trust you....

Hiki: (Pets Kura's head). I know, I'm sorry that I couldn't be there for you earlier but what matters to me is that you are not tearing yourself apart.

Kura: (Looks down and away). It is alright, you have not known me long... And you still do not... Most of what I told you since I met you... Is a lie.

Hiki: A lie now, from when I met you here I could tell you were not being honest.

Kura: Everything I lied about... Besides the liking to read and write....

Hiki: (Sits next to Kura). Well I guess it is story time then.

Kura: (Looks down then her servants attitude changes to something very opposite of it as she sit back her posture becoming less caring of being proper). The truth is I never cared of that doing as I'm told and being a servant crap.

Hiki: Wow that's a big difference than normal!

Kura: ... I told you that everything except liking to read was a lie didn't I? (Takes out a comb and looks at it hesitant on something but shrugs off the uncertainty).

Hiki: (Laughs a little). True, true you did.

Kura: Well here is who I really am, if you could wait a moment I will show you. (Takes her black with blue highlights hair down from its ponytail and starts to comb through it).

Hiki: (Waits for Kura looking at her with curiosity).

Kura: (As Kura combs through her hair, the blue highlights changing color turning red instead of its normal blue).

Hiki: Ohh cute hair Kura.

Kura: Thanks. (Once she's done she puts the comb away looking at Hiki with a smile but then remembers something). Oh one more moment. (Looks down putting her hands over her eyes).

Hiki: (Has an excited expression as she looks at Kura).

Kura: (Looks up then hesitantly removes her hand from her eyes and pauses for a few seconds before she opens them, her eyes now red instead of blue).

Hiki: Kura... you look so cute.

Kura: (Laughs). Somehow I expected a different reaction but thanks.

Hiki: Why expect that and what were you expecting?

Kura: I don't know, you would guess who I was?

Hiki: All I know is that Kura is Kura, do I need to guess?

Kura: (Laughs more). Well let's start again. Hi I'm Kura, nice to meet you. I grew up with a older and younger brother but now just have a younger brother who's very clueless and has a little bit of a temper. I love reading and was not very popular with spirits my age before all of this happened but didn't mind much. Most found me scary if they got on my bad side.

Hiki: (Laughs and hold out her hand to shake Kura's hand happily). Well hello Kura, my name is Hiki and I also do enjoy reading and right now I care about my master heavily and also my partner who is like a brother to me, Tori and I'm the daughter of one of the light spirit guardians. I hope we can get along well.

Kura: I hope so too but you promise not to say anything right?

Hiki: Of course! It's a girl's secret and we never tell our secrets ever now do we?

Kura: Good... Yeah but obviously I am Yami's sister he thinks is dead... He's a little non observant I mean I didn't change my name just my hair and eyes but he's always been that way.

Hiki: (Laughs). Yes I think boys are harder to make notice or see these types of things.

Kura: ... I didn't mean to leave him... I was badly injured and captured when I was protecting him... And with my last amount of strength I sent him away so he would end the same way... It was my only choice.... (Looks down as she remember).

Hiki: (Pets Kura's head with a small smile). You did what you thought was best so you could keep your brother safe. You have nothing to be sad about because he is here with you now.

Kura: I know... But I left him to fend for himself and he was very young... I suppose it couldn't be helped... I mean once captured it was not all fun and games for me either.

Hiki: (Hugs Kura). But what matters now is that you can see him and see that he is fine. True he may be hard to handle but your love for him is very strong so don't think back to the past just focus on the here and now.

Kura: I know, I may tell him one day but let me tell him on my own when I am ready.

Hiki: Alright but don't expect to stop crying when you tell him.

Kura: (Nods her head). Oh I guess you would like to know why his ability is so hard to handle.... It's not his fault at all.

Hiki: Well I'm all ears, tell me what's happening.

Kura: It actually used to be a lot worse... Even as a baby he started crying and visiting dark spirits there he would either drain their energy until they could no longer stay and ran out of energy... Or they would die.

Hiki: ... That doesn't exactly make me feel better.

Kura: I understand but it's not his fault... I was giving my energy to him the first time he fought Tori so it would seem that it affected me but it doesn't as much as others... I've been secretly protecting him through all his battles I guess....

Hiki: I see then did you get really mad when I was teasing him. (Holds out her arms like she is measuring something long or large with her arms to show the level of how mad she could of been).

Kura: ... No not as much but when he gets hurt that's when I feel like breaking someone's arm... What are you doing?

Hiki: Measuring your anger with my arms.

Kura: Ok then... Anyways his power cannot be sealed away, well it can but I won't let it be... That's why I snapped at your master.

Hiki: I don't get it, master trying to seal him... It doesn't make sense since Tori and I's powers were not being used. We should be able to tell when but we didn't feel anything besides a slight aura release.

Kura: I guess he was just scaring Yami then but I saw a black and white seal but then he threw his weapon at me since I was watching in the shadows.

Hiki: I am sorry about that but master wouldn't have tried talking to him if he did actually try.

Kura: Well as you can imagine I am very protective of Yami so I snapped and broke down. I will say sorry when I get back.

Hiki: I think master will as well since he is usually a very nice guy.

Kura: Alright and as for why Yami cannot have his ability sealed away well... He needs it.

Hiki: Then just explain it to master because we are all in the dark and I don't think anyone was planning too.

Kura: Alright but yes it gives Yami strength and power but take away that ability... He cannot regain his own energy... At all.

Hiki: (Sits facing Kura as she listens to her).

Kura: I know because our grandpa tried to seal it away and it worked but then after a couple of hours he started to become weaker so it had to be lifted since he was almost out of energy... He doesn't want to but has to... If not.... (Is unable to finish that statement).

Hiki: It's fine, we won't let that happen plus master is better at breaking seals then making them.

Kura: I learned to break seals a bit but never was good at making them until I read more books. I can make very small ones but I was always interested in that.

Hiki: Maybe Tori could teach you.

Kura: Sounds good but yes is there anything you would like to know... Like with why my dad having gone power crazy and almost destroyed everything... I'm sorry he caused Tori that much pain.

Hiki: No but I shouldn't be the person to ask.

Kura: Well if he finds out I will explain all that I know to him.

Hiki: And I'm sure he will appreciate it.

Kura: But yes thank you for listening. I'm not very proper or passive. I love reading about romance but have no interest in finding a guy of my own at this point... So thank you for getting to know who I am.

Hiki: (Smiles). Of course, I will always be here when you need to talk.

Kura: Thank you, you are a great friend... And is it just me or do Tori and Kairi seem adorable together... It's not just me who thinks this right?

Hiki: No not just you.

Kura: Good because I have seen Kairi to cuddle with Tori whenever she can. I even have a few books written about them of possible moments they would have and other people as well... Sorry if that seems creepy.

Hiki: Well I hope you will let me read them.

Kura: If you want to I think there are a few of you and your master you could barrow as well but also of Jennifer and him since I can't decide which pair is better. It's hard to choose. Here I can show you where I keep all of these if you want to see them.

Hiki: (Becomes excited and starts to jump around a little bit where she is sitting).

Kura: (Laughs). Are you alright?

Hiki: Yes I'm fine, just happy I can read more.

Kura: Of course and maybe you are excited to read about you and your master hmm. (Laughs more).

Hiki: (Laughs as well). Just a bit.

Kura: I have enough to fill every category of short story at least once. Here I always have a few with me. (Takes out a couple of small books).

Hiki: (Smiles taking the offered books). Very nice.

Kura: Here are the ones you would seem excited for. (Hands Hiki a few books but then looks hesitant on one taking it back). ... Maybe not that one.

Hiki: Oh umm well thank you anyways. (Takes the books looking at them).

Kura: I hope you like them but if you don't like them let me know and also let me know what you like to read for future reading.

Hiki: I will but I think we should head back now before we are here all day talking about books though I have not much of a problem with that.

Kura: I agree oh also my eyes. They do the same trick as Yami only I am just much better at hiding it. (She blinks, her eyes turning black and red but then after a few seconds blinks again her eyes going back to red with white and then stands).

Hiki: Cool. (Stands up as well).

Kura: (Smiles then sighs as she puts her hand on her eyes for a moment then drops her head. She opens her eyes that are now blue again). Glad you think so.

Hiki: (Amiles and begins to walk with Kura).

Kura: (As she changes her hair highlights black to blue). So I have heard that you are a fast runner.

Hiki: Why, do you want to race?

Kura: I have always liked how light spirits abilities worked and have tried making those abilities work for darkness which is where Kairi has learned her speed. (Smirks). Who knows maybe I can match that speed.

Hiki: Well then be my guest Kura.

Kura: Only one way to find out. (Starts to walk faster passing Hiki as they walk).

Hiki: (Speeds up as well).

Kura: (Smirks looking a little competitive as she begins to run at a normal speed with no powers used yet). I must warn you that I can be competitive and do not like losing.

Hiki: Who said I was not either. (Speeds up more to pass Kura).

Kura: Then let's begin. (Instantly picks up speed zooming past Hiki with a streak of shadow as she runs).

Hiki: (Runs as fast as Kura maybe a little faster but with a streak of light behind her).

Kura: (Continues smirks as she runs able to keep up with Hiki's pace).

Hiki: (Is able to pass Kura).

Kura: (Scowls at being passed but is able to stay right behind Hiki).

Hiki: (Stays at the same speed right in front of Kura).

Kura: (As Hiki and her near the mansion she looks determined as she picks up speed a little bit to be at the same speed as Hiki but doesn't pass her).

Hiki: (Gets to the mansion first with a burst of light).

Kura: (Arrives right behind her at the entrance of the mansion looking a little out of breath as she pouts then smirks). dammit I need to up my game a bit so I can pass you.

Hiki: Well it's going to take more than that, that's for sure.

Kura: Well I hope to be more of a challenge next time.

Hiki: I look forward to it.

Kura: Fine but for now I have to go back to acting like a servant again so excuse me if I said anything offensive Miss Hiki. (As she smirks and bows sarcastically).

Hiki: Same to you Miss Kura, May we have a good time like this again sometime.

Kura: I look forward to it. (Walks the rest of the way to Kairi's room with Hiki).

Meanwhile back in Kairi's room everyone waits for Kura and Yami to come back as Kairi as Jennifer and Chazz eat breakfast and Shizen sits near them and relaxes.

Jennifer: I hope everything is going alright with Kura and Yami.

Kairi: They both were very upset.... I wonder if I can help them somehow.

Chazz: I think it's alright to trust Hiki and Tori to handle those two but maybe there is something you can do.

Kairi: Like what?

Chazz: Hmm maybe something only you can do.

Kairi: (Tilts her head in confusion). Like hugs, if that's it I will give them a bunch of those.

Jennifer: (Pats Kairi's head). Your hugs make anyone feel better.

Kairi: Thank you.

Chazz: Then do that and also speak your true feelings to them because that might make them smile even more.

Kairi: Of course!

Yami: (Hops into the room from the window).

Kairi: Yami are you alright? (Runs towards Yami and hugs him getting a little teary eyed and Yami looking surprised).

Tori: (Comes in from the window after Yami does). Well then, someone missed you and was worried.

Yami: Yeah I guess so, don't worry I'm better now.

Kairi: But I am still going to give you as many hugs as I can.... (Does not let go of Yami but he smiles slightly at her).

Chazz: (Looks at Yami). Now Yami do you understand what I told you earlier.

Tori: (Looks at Yami as well as he sits by Chazz on the floor).

Yami: Yeah I think so, I just have some problems I guess... I need to say sorry to Kura... I kind of took it out on her.

Chazz: Well that's good.

Tori: Well it shouldn't take much longer for her to get back here.

Yami: Yeah I guess and I promise I will try to not absorb so much energy. It helps if I don't get frustrated and angry.

Chazz: Just be honest to yourself and stop worrying about the past and then you will do fine. No need to make a promise.

Yami: Fine.

Kura: (Walks in through the door with Hiki). Lady Kairi I am sorry if I upset you. For a moment I was not in my right mind set.

Kairi: (Goes to hug Kura instantly). It is alright as long as you feel better.

Hiki: (Sits next to Tori and leans on his shoulder). Remember when we didn't get along at all.

Tori: How could I forget, you kept messing with me.

Hiki: Did I ever stop?

Tori: You have a point.

Chazz: (Smiles at hearing Hiki and Tori, Jennifer and Kairi smiling as well).

Kura: (Looks at Chazz). I must apologize to you as well. I jumped to conclusions and thought you had hurt Yami. I could not hear well from where I was watching but that is no excuse for my actions.

Chazz: No you are fine since you only were concerned for his safety.

Kura: I am glad we can come to an understanding then. (Turns and walks towards Yami as Kairi watches them both carefully).

Yami: Yeah... Sorry I snapped at you... You just reminded me of someone who was very important to me in that moment... Guess it messed with my head.

Kura: (Smiles and bows to Yami only Hiki able to tell what Kura truly feels). I am sorry as well, I do not wish for you to be upset.

Kairi: (Pushes Yami into Kura making them hug both Kura and Yami looking surprised).

Kura: (Catches Yami as he is pushed).

Hiki: (is shocked by the hug as they are so close together).

Kura: (Hides her feelings though all she wants is to hold Yami and tell him everything but instead makes sure he has his footing and then let's go of him hesitantly). Are you alright?

Yami: Yeah no biggy.

Chazz: Well then how is everyone now?

Hiki: All good.

Tori: Same for me.

Yami: Yeah.

Kura: (Nods).

Kairi: Good so now what?

Jennifer: I think training but I can bring snacks from breakfast.

Chazz: (Nods and walks out the door).

Jennifer: Alright I guess, let's go.

Kairi: And no more sadness.

Kura: Yes lady Kairi.

Yami: Does that mean I get a rematch? (He says as he walks with everyone to head outside).

Tori: Maybe, maybe.

Yami: Well I need a rematch from both of you so I'll fight both of you at once.

Kura: (Sighs). You never learn.

Yami: Hey!

Hiki: (Laughs). He never does now, does he?

Yami: Hey not cool. (Pouts grumpily).

Kairi: It is funny though.

Yami: (Continues to pout).

Shizen: Child I want you to take a easy today. Yes you can move your arm but it will be stiff so you cannot rapidly fire your bow.

Jennifer: I know I'll just work on other things. I kept the bandages on it so I wouldn't move it to where it hurts.

Chazz: Well if you do I'll just have to escort you back to your room.

Hiki: (Smirks at Jennifer as if saying "you want the don't you").

Jennifer: (Blushes seeing Hiki's look). Fine but do not expect me to just sit and watch while you train. I need to train, I missed a day so I cannot afford to miss another.

Chazz: As you wish milady.

Jennifer: Also I think I have improved at controlling plants. I can show you when we go out.

Kairi: Ooh and can you help me talk to animals.

Jennifer: I can translate back to you what they are saying but that is it.

Hiki: Ohh me too?

Jennifer: Sure I can translate for you anytime, just ask. (As she says this everyone makes it outside).

Yami: (Stretches his arms out and yawns).

Maru: (Watches everyone outside not able to hear what everyone says but can see them clearly with Luna by his side watching from a nearby window). W-who are those other p-people?

Kairi: I think I will work on my magic or maybe combat. I am kind of bad at it. (Gets her knife out of her bag she had brought with her).

Jennifer: Just practice basic moves then. I do not think you are balanced with the basics.

Kairi: Alright.

Hiki: I want to spare with Kura. (As she leans on Kura's back).

Kura: (Smiles slightly). As you wish but could you give me a moment to see if Kairi needs help. (Walks over to check on Kairi's stance and if she is holding the dagger correctly).

Jennifer: (Looks towards the forest and smiles as a pack of wolves come out and come near her).

Hiki: Ohh cute animals though they usually are seen as scary.

Tori: (Sits by a tree as Chazz stands next to Jennifer).

Jennifer: No their not that scary. Their my friends and they just became attached to me and whenever I go out to the forest I make time to talk to them. I guess you could say that they are as close as family to me. (She pets the wolves and they eagerly come up to her some standing others sitting and some very young wolf pups hesitantly go over to everyone to sniff them).

Kairi: Aww cute puppies. (There is a sparkle in her eyes as she looks at the wolf pups waddle to them looking about a few weeks old).

Jennifer: (The adult wolves look protective but she tells them that it is alright and that they are friendly).

Hiki: (Sits on her legs as a wolf pup get closer the pup being light grey with white a white stomach and paws as she holds out her hand the wolf pup sniffing her hand and then tilts its head and licks her as two more pups go over to Chazz and Tori). Daw you're so cute.

Tori: (Holds out his hand to the wolf pup that has dark grey fur with lighter grey fur on his stomach and legs but also a white mark on his head. The pup sniffs him then just sleeps on him looking tired from his journey to him).

Chazz: (Holds out his hand to the last wolf pup that ignores his hand and just tackles him the pup's fur being a medium grey with a white stomach and paws).

Hiki: (The wolf pup by her continues to lick her giving her dog kisses).

Jennifer: (Laughs). It looks like they like you.

Chazz: I am... Not sure if tackling me is affection.

Hiki: Well that is how I was attracted to you. (She blushes with a smile).

Jennifer: That one is a little wild and careful he is a bitter.

Chazz: (As Jennifer says this, the wolf pup bites his pant leg but not his actual leg just his pants and shoe).

Tori: (The wolf pup by him continues to sleep in his lap).

Kairi: Daw I want one.

Yami: No thanks I don't need one slobbering me.

Chazz: I am still not sure about this one but at least he is having fun.

Tori: (Leans against the tree as he falls asleep with the wolf pup in his lap as it sleeps).

Jennifer: (Laughs more). Well I think Tori has the perfect pup for him.

Kairi: (Goes over to Hiki and pets the light grey wolf pup by her). So cute.

Kura: Indeed. (Just watches everyone with a smile).

Hiki: (Continues to pet the wolf pup with a smile).

Chazz: (Tries to deal with the wolf pup that is biting him playfully).

Jennifer: (Looks at Chazz and bursts into more laughter). Do you need some help there? I think that one is winning against you. (As she says this one of the larger wolves walks over to Chazz and picks up the wolf pup separating them but then the pup runs over to Tori and bites his shoe as the other one in his lap continues to sleep with Kairi laughing).

Tori: (Yells and falls to his side). Oww!

Jennifer: (Laughs even more). I think he likes you as well.

Hiki: (The other one that was by her starts to walk wobbly to Tori curiously to what happened as Kairi pouts to it leaving).

Yami: (Laughs at Tori greatly).

Hiki: (Picks the puppy up as she lies on the ground with the pup on top of her and the pup starts to lick her face).

Tori: (As the one now by him continues to chew on his shoe as the other gets comfortable again and sleeps).

Jennifer: Sorry he woke you up.

Yami: (Still laughs a little bit with a grin). Was funny though.

Tori: Shush at least I can sleep again.

Hiki: (Begins to laugh from all of the licks).

Jennifer: See not so scary right?

Kairi: (Goes over and pets one of the larger wolves).

Hiki: (Says in-between laughs). Not... At all.

Tori: (The one chewing on his shoe stops and settles down by him as well as the others walk over to him thinking of resting as well and sleeps there in the shade all around him).

Hiki: (One of the largest wolves lays beside Hiki and another stands by Chazz and stares at him).

Kairi: Daw what are they saying?

Jennifer: They had decided that everyone here is harmless to sum it all up.

Hiki: (Plays with the puppy and the large wolf).

Chazz: (Watches everyone with a smile).

Jennifer: Well I guess everyone is enjoying themselves but weren't we going to train... Oh well it's a slow day I guess. I think I may work with plants a little bit though but I am glad you like my friends. I have more but this pack has known me the longest.

Chazz: It is always nice to have days like this once in a while where everyone can have fun.

Jennifer: It kind of is, oh and I learned a cool trick as I was recovering.

Shizen: You mean making sculptures, moving animals and people with nature?

Jennifer: Yes it is kind of fun. I even reenacted things from my memory and things like that. I mean it is not very good for combat but it's fun to do.

Chazz: What did you remake if I may ask milady?

Jennifer: Just memories mostly, it make me smile looking back. I can show you.

Chazz: Well if you do not mind I will be glad to see.

Jennifer: (Sits down and thinks). Hmm what should I make. Hmm maybe just different memories and things as I think of it.

Chazz: (Sits beside Jennifer and waits).

Jennifer: (Puts her hands on the ground and a few seconds later in front of them vines dart upwards forming figures that slowly become more detailed as Kairi, Kura and Yami start to watch wondering what's happening).

Hiki: (Sits up and watches being interested as she sits by Tori who continues to sleep).

As the nature figures become more detailed can tell its Jennifer but much younger. She has a very small girl behind her that holds a stuffed rabbit and with her thumb in her mouth as they run around the mansion as they spy on servants and explore).

Kairi: Who is that...? It looks like a mini version of me.

Chazz: It is you lady Kairi.

Kairi: Wow I am so small.

Jennifer: I think you were about 4 and I think I was 8 maybe. (Smiles as she watches).

Flashback: (Jennifer and Kairi see some servants rushing to the main hall and the entrance and they follow behind the servants staying out of sight with Kairi behind Jennifer).

Chazz: I... I know this moment....

Flashback: (They make it to the entrance hall seeing their mother at the door with the head butler beside her. Jennifer tries to get a better look being curious as Kairi looks around her as she holds her stuffed rabbit close to her).

Jennifer: (Has a big smile as she watches).

Kairi: ... I don't remember this well.

Chazz: (Begins to get a big smile but also becomes teary eyed).

Flashback: (Jennifer tries to get Kairi to stay put then runs over to her parents trying to peak over her parents then looks around her mom and the head butler seeing a boy around her age in worn out clothes and a lot taller than her since Jennifer is short for her age. She looks curiously at the boy who looks similar to Chazz and then the boy looks at Jennifer and she freaks out and hides behind the head butler as he steps forward a little and looks like he is talking).

Chazz: Jennifer....

Hiki: (Wonders what is going on heavily as she sees Jennifer and Chazz smiling).

Jennifer: Yes.... (Her eyes widen in shock as she realizes something). ... You called me by my name....

Flashback: (Jennifer continues to peak around to see Chazz but every time Chazz looks at her she hides as Kairi runs over to peek around Jennifer and she freaks out a little making Kairi go behind her as she tries to see what's going on).

Chazz: (Shakes out of his daze). Oh nothing madam just a slip of the tongue.

Jennifer: (frowns slightly). It is fine, I do not mind at all.... I prefer it actually.

Flashback: (The head butler brings Chazz in and he leads Chazz away but Jennifer looks like she is told not to follow. She looks upset looking back until Chazz is out of view the plant memory fading into another memory. As the memory changes they can see Jennifer running through the halls with a training bow and out into the empty yard where looking about the same age as the last memory as she looks around to see if anyone is watching).

Hiki: Hey there's the bow I saw earlier.

Jennifer: What bow do you mean?

Hiki: The one in the closet

Chazz: You always did try to learn how to use the bow.

Jennifer: Oh right yes that was my first bow... I have come a long way....

Flashback: (Jennifer starts practicing with the bow and learning how to use it on her own but then the head butler yells at her having found her. Jennifer looks like she is begging and the head butler sighs and starts teaching her how to wield the bow as Chazz watches being slightly behind the head butler. Jennifer looks at him and he looks down not saying a word. It looks like she's being told to focus as her memory fades into another where Jennifer is in the forest looking a little lost as wolves appear and surround her. She cries on a fallen tree about being lost. The wolves huddle around her to warm her first. They start to guide her as Jennifer looks amazed and even more so that she seems to understand them and talk as if regular people).

Jennifer: When I first saw those wolves they are the first animals I could hear.

Chazz: I remember, I spent hours trying to find you.

Jennifer: I wanted to go into the forest. I wondered what was there... But I wandered too far and had become lost.

Flashback: (The wolves guide Jennifer then they see the head butler since he had been looking for her in a panic. The wolves run away and she tells him about what had happened. The head butler has this worried surprised and unexpecting look on his face but also a small smile listening to Jennifer as he takes a seat on a stone seeming to care a great deal for the young girl).

Jennifer: Oh I told him about how I talked with the wolves.

Chazz: I got the same reaction when I showed him Hikitori.

Shizen: You may not remember but you had met me soon after that happened.

Jennifer: (Looks surprised). I did?

Shizen: Yes though your memory was sealed away along with me for a time... Here you can know now. (Sits next to Jennifer connecting plants to both their hands as the memory changes).

Flashback: (Jennifer is about 14 and training with the head butler. It looks like he is talking in the forest and Jennifer sits like in meditation or when Chazz had helped her bring out Shizen. Jennifer starts to look like she is getting uncomfortable and then Shizen appears next to her as she looks like she is talking to the head butler. Jennifer stands up opening her eyes that are red looking like she is having a headache as she grabs her head as Shizen tries to calm her down).

Jennifer: (Frowns as she watches looking troubled by the memory).

Chazz: Well then....

Hiki: Those eyes seem like something....

Flashback: (Through the plant memory everyone can see that Jennifer loses control and starts to attack Shizen and the head butler who dodges. They try to calm Jennifer down with all of the plants around them trying to grab them until finally she loses consciousness and falls both Shizen and the head butler rushing to her side and talking to each other about what must be done. Shizen puts a seal on Jennifer's mind and the head butler sealing Shizen away once she nods and then the memory fades away).

Jennifer: (Frowns as she looks down a little bit). Is that why he left?

Chazz: I don't think so... Rowen would not do that.

Hiki: (Walks over and sits by Jennifer to comfort her).

Jennifer: ... I hope not... Well when he visits he can see how much I have improved.

Shizen: And he will be proud.

Flashback: (The memory changes once Shizen removes her hand to Jennifer running into Chazz being one of the first time they had talked to each other. Jennifer tries to talk with Chazz but he seems very quiet as a very young Kairi peeks around Jennifer with a stuffed rabbit and her thumb in her mouth).

Kairi: Ooh wait I think I remember this!

In the flashback.

Chazz: H-hello or is it good morning that I say to y-you Jen- I mean madam.

Jennifer: (Laughs a little). Umm hello... Are you a butler in training. It's nice to meet you, I'm Jennifer.

Kairi: (Says nothing as she peeks around Jennifer holding her stuffed bunny close to her as she continues to suck on her thumb).

Chazz: Umm yes milady I'm training r-right now. (Fixes his posture as he stands straight but looks a little awkward and uneasy).

Jennifer: Well maybe one day you can be my butler... You seem nice. (Blushes a little bit).

Kairi: (Peeks more and is now fully visible as she just stares).

Chazz: (Waves at the young Kairi).

Kairi: (Walks up to Chazz).

Jennifer: Kairi wait! (Tries to pull Kairi back but cannot already being by Chazz).

Kairi: (Continues to stare at Chazz and starts poking his cheek).

Chazz: (Starts to laugh). No, no it's fine.

Kairi: (Gives Chazz the stuffed bunny she was holding and then runs behind Jennifer again).

Jennifer: (Laughs). Well this is my sister Kairi. She doesn't talk much but she does things like that to people she likes.

Chazz: I am aware, the head butler gave me a run down.

Jennifer: Good well you seem like a good person so I hope to see you around more. Who knows you may become one of our butlers.

Kairi: (Takes her thumb out of her mouth but only to say one word). ... Yours.... (Pushes Jennifer into Chazz and stares).

Jennifer: (Blushes as she trips and falls onto Chazz). Wah!

Chazz: Mi-milady are you alright?

Jennifer: Umm fine umm... I have to go! (Starts to walk quickly away feeling flustered).

Kairi: (Follows Jennifer but first stops to stare at Chazz again).

Chazz: (Still is on the floor). Umm yes lady Kairi?

Kairi: (Pokes Chazz's cheek and then runs away as Jennifer looks back at them with a smile and then bows to Chazz picking up Kairi and walking away as Kairi still looks back at him).

Chazz: (Waves goodbye as he says). What was that all about?

The memory ends and fades away with a the plants falling away.

Jennifer: (Has a big smile). I think that is enough of that for now.

Kairi: (Looks a little teary eyed). I remember that.

Chazz: Then why are you teary eyed madam?

Kairi: Because that is the first time I tried to get you two to hug and kiss.

Jennifer: (Blushes falling back a little in shock and flusterness). K-Kairi!

Hiki: (Blushes heavily as well since she was still in Chazz's mind at the time).

Chazz: (Starts to cough not expecting Kairi's response).

Jennifer: T-that is enough of that. Umm we should train before it gets to late umm.

Shizen: (Laughs a little at everyone's reactions).

Chazz: Umm yes we should get going.

Jennifer: Yes I will just work on my own.

Kairi: Daw most of the wolves are cuddling with Tori.

Tori: (The wolves are cuddling with him in the shade of the tree lying all around him with two of the wolf pups in his lap).

Hiki: Why am I not surprised that Tori is still sleeping through all of this.

Kairi: (Pouts). But he missed so much.

Tori: ... Shush it....

Kairi: hey you sleep talk too.

Kura: I think he is not fully asleep lady Kairi.

Kairi: Oh it looks comfortable with all of those wolves around him.

Chazz: maybe he is trying to fall back to sleep.

Hiki: (watches Tori as she sits next to Chazz).

Kairi: What are you thinking Hiki?

Hiki: I'm just watching everyone rest together. It looks nice and makes me feel a bit tired as well.

Kairi: It kind of does but I think I will work on magic.

Kura: I will help you lady Kairi.

Hiki: (Joins the talk with Kairi and Kura to talk about the training in magic and how to improve).

Chazz: (Just sits down by a nearby tree and watches everyone as a large wolf walks up to him as Jennifer tries to tell the big wolf that it's alright and he is good but the wolf looks directly at Chazz and into his eyes).

Jennifer: Oh umm... He is trying to see if you are a good person in his territory... He is the one who stepped in thinking I was in danger when we were fighting in the woods so you could learn what I could do.

Chazz: Well how should I show him I am a good person?

Jennifer: Well if you look him directly in the eyes he will either take it that you are respecting him or he may take it as a challenge and think you are trying to take his pack and become alpha since he is the alpha. You could look away or down and he will think of that as if you are saying he is the dominate male here and leave it at that.

Chazz: I always do like a challenge. (Looks into the wolf's eyes as the wolf stares directly at him not even blinking).

Jennifer: Umm I am not sure umm.

Chazz: (Continues the stare at the wolf and the wolf snaps at him, its mouth a inch or two away from his face).

Jennifer: You should stop....

Chazz: (Continues to stare and the wolf starts to growl with its ears back).

Jennifer: Alright stop. (Goes towards and turns the wolf towards her looking directly at the wolf as she blows on his nose). That's enough, he will not hurt anyone.

Chazz: Well then....

Jennifer: (The wolf puts its ears back and snaps at her a little. She looks serious and after about a few moments the wolf looks away a little bit but then tackles her and she instantly changing animals to a wolf and stares at the wolf again as she stands).

Chazz: (Watches being interested in what's happening).

Jennifer: (Her and the alpha wolf starts to circle him growling a little at her).

Shizen: (Watches as well). She could easily just command the wolf to back down but she doesn't like to.

Chazz: I know that but I am also interested in what will happen.

Shizen: As long as she is careful of her arm.

Jennifer: (The alpha wolf pounces at her and she pounces back as if starting a way of sparring).

Chazz: (Continues to watch from sitting on a tree branch to stay out of the way).

Hiki: (Meanwhile she helps Kairi with learning her magic).

Kairi: (Focuses on the ground and a small rock forms and rolls over a little). I did it! (As Kairi says this the rock falls back and stops its shaking). Aww.

Hiki: Well you are progressing well.

Kairi: But when I look away it disappears still.

Hiki: Well because right now you must keep your focus.

Kairi: Alright ooh if I can make other elements like earth appear can I make light appear. So far it only works with earth though.

Kura: That may be a little hard since you are a dark element holder.

Hiki: It's possible but not recommended.

Kairi: I will get used to my other things I have learned then, though I do think I have learned the speed stuff well. (instantly runs to a tree and back very quickly).

Maru: (Says to Luna from the window). S-she runs fast like y-you do Luna.

Luna: Yes she can hmm....

Kura: Very good lady Kairi but try to pick up your feet more as you run. You were dragging your feet across the ground a little which will slow you down.

Kairi: Oh I will try! (Zooms to where she was and to the tree but goes to fast for her to control and runs into the tree).

Kura: (Rushes to her and sits Kairi up in her arms looking concerned). Are you alright lady Kairi?

Kairi: I... Am fine.... (Looks a little dizzy as she lies there).

Hiki: (Goes by Kairi as well). I think that was a little too fast.

Kura: Perhaps work at a speed you can control better.

Kairi: Alright.... (Still is dizzy from the impact).

Kura: And perhaps we should work on something else.

Hiki: Yes I will help you with speed later.

Kairi: I will do better next time.

Jennifer: (Continues to spar with the wolf and she pushes the wolf back a bit even though she is almost half the size of the other wolf).

Kairi: ... Is that sis?

Hiki: I think so since master is over there in a tree watching again. (Points to Chazz who is in a tree).

Kairi: I hope she's alright.

Kura: Her element is nature. I believe lady Jennifer can take care of herself.

Jennifer: (She lunges at the wolf but the wolf grabs her front leg that still is healing and she yelps a little in pain. The wolf backs away instantly then goes over to her looking concerned the at her front leg since she is in a wolf form).

Chazz: (Gives an angry look clenching his fist as he watches).

Jennifer: (Stands but with her front leg up a little looking like she is talking to the wolf as Shizen watches and listens to them).

Chazz: (Walks to Shizen). What is going on here?

Shizen: The wolf was not aware of her injury when he grabbed her and is asking how it happened. At first he suspected you but she is explaining all that has happened.

Chazz: ... If there is no problem then I do not have to interfere.

Shizen: There is no need, I am in the wolf's mind so I can easily make him back off or step in myself. (Turns into a giant grey wolf just like she had used too, much bigger than the large wolf in front of Jennifer. She goes to sit more just behind yet beside of Jennifer in her own wolf form). And that will be something he will not want.

Chazz: I can believe that very much. Thank you Shizen but I must be able to handle madam myself.

Shizen: She is alright though everyone has calmed down. (Goes back to her true human form).

Jennifer: (Nods to the wolf and grabs her clothes and goes behind a tree as another wolf that is a little smaller than the other stands by Chazz's side looking at him).

Chazz: I would ask what is it but it would not work if I could not hear your answer now.

Shizen: She is apologizing for her mate's behavior since she is the alpha female and saying that he can jump to conclusions easily and says sorry for his actions.

Chazz: Ohh alright thank you Shizen. (Laughs for a second). No need to worry, us guys tend to act like that when someone precious to us is in trouble.

Shizen: Very well. (Talks to the wolf but forgets she is not talking in her mind). ... No she is not his mate... Now I am not translating that.

Chazz: ... Well then I shall leave then.

Shizen: I will see how far Kairi has come on her training. (Gets up to go over to Kairi and sees how she is doing the female wolf following her as the alpha male just walks away as Jennifer gets away from the tree being fully dress now as she redoes her bandages).

Hiki: (Still helps Kairi with her magic).

Shizen: How is everything going?

Kura: She is doing well at making earth appear but not others it would seem

Kairi: (Pouts). I do not know why though.

Hiki: (Thinks to herself as she plays with holy fire in her hand making it move one finger to the other).

Kairi: Whoa cool.

Shizen: And what are you thinking?

Hiki: Maybe we could mix the two together.

Kairi: (Gives a confused look). Mix what?

Hiki: Mix earth and air or fire and earth. Or your could mix earth with your darkness since it seems to be a secondary element you have if you had not gotten dark spirits and had earth instead. For now it's dormant but that is common for humans I heard.

Kairi: Oh I can try. (Shakes off the confusion and focuses on the ground again and after a moment a darker rock starts to roll as if encased in darkness but that is it as Jennifer works on making plant life grow to where she want it to nearby).

Hiki: Now just focus on a nearby rock and moving it where you want it to go.

Kairi: (Carefully turns to look at the rock so that the darkness does not go out and brings more darkness as a ball near the rock as she tries to get the rock to mix with it and strengthen and it slowly does after a moment).

Hiki: Just maintain the elements and focus.

Kairi: (Focuses the best she can on the stone as she tries not to blink).

Kura: Having focus does not mean you have to not blink. You may relax a little lady Kairi.

Hiki: Just think of the properties of earth, a starter and darkness the supply but just supply the stone with your energy to keep its strength but don't focus too much. It is a difficult balance.

Kairi: (Nods and relaxes slightly but does not look away from the stone).

Shizen: She is a fast learner.

Kura: It is because lady Kairi is open to listening to us.

Hiki: Just a bit.

Kairi: (The rock starts to shake then falls making it turn to dust and disperse making her look surprised). What! I did not mean for that to happen... Oops.

Hiki: True but it did last longer then it usually does so you are getting the hang of it.

Kairi: Yay next time I will do even better.

Shizen: How are you doing on your barriers as well?

Kairi: I think that is what I find easiest. It is combat stuff that is difficult.

Hiki: So you do better with support things.

Kairi: I guess so but what if I have to fight?

Kura: You have time to learn, you will not be in a fight yourself and if you are in danger Yami and I will protect you.

Yami: (Is on the tree branch Tori is under as he looks up at the sky and relaxes glancing over briefly hearing his name).

Hiki: No need to rush for anything.

Kairi: Alright but one day I will be able to protect everyone.

Hiki: You will be that shield as someone else is the sword, maybe Tori hmm?

Kairi: (Blushes slightly as she looks at Tori). Maybe... As long as he is awake enough.

Shizen: (Laughs then turns towards the alpha female wolf who is beside her as if talking to her).

Hiki: He more than likely will be when he needs too.

Kairi: Well then I will do whatever I can to help. (Gives a determined look).

Shizen: Could you show me how well you can make a barrier or how strong you can make it so far?

Kairi: Oh where should I put it or who do I put it around?

Hiki: Hmm maybe around Tori.

Kairi: Is that alright? Should I ask him and he is asleep too.

Hiki: Maybe not hmm anyone else you have in mind or I can make something to contain.

Kairi: No that is fine. I am sure he would not mind. (Walks over to where Tori lies with wolves surrounding him). Hmm umm could you get them to move please? (The alpha female barks and all but the pups in Tori's lap move and go over to the female wolf)? Whoa cool, thank you.

Hiki: Men always listen to their lady or mother.

Shizen: She is the alpha female so she is a leader to them and probably mothered the younger ones and also the mother of the pup you were with along with the ones in Tori's lap. (The alpha female picks up the pup Hiki was with by the scruff of its neck and carries her near the pack).

Hiki: (Goes over to the wolf pup and pets it as the mother wolf lies right beside her pup as it begins to lick Hiki again).

Shizen: (Laughs with a grin). My, my someone has become attached.

Hiki: I like pups like this since I don't see them often. Yes you could say I got attached.

Shizen: I can tell. (As the alpha female goes over to Tori and picks up the other two pups and brings them over one looking sleepy and the other fighting the hold a bit. The mother wolf nips him lightly on the head then lays where she was now all three of the pups together).

Hiki: Daw that's a cute sight. (She watches the pups, two of them playing as the other sleeps).

Kairi: Aww the one sleeping reminds me of Tori.

Hiki: Yes it does.

Kairi: Oh right the barrier. (Goes over to Tori and sits by him on her legs). I hope he does not mind.

Hiki: Hopefully he shouldn't.

Kairi: Well here goes nothing. (Puts her hands over Tori and a barrier starts to form and slowly becomes darker).

Luna: (Watches from the window still with Maru). Well then that is interesting.

Maru: L-Luna what should we do?

Luna: (Is silent as she leaves the window).

Kairi: I think that's as strong as I can make it so far. (The barrier makes it look like a shadow is cast over Tori and she continues focusing on the barrier giving the barrier's energy).

Shizen: perhaps we should test the barrier.

Hiki: I can strike it.

Kairi: But what if you hit Tori?

Shizen: well I suppose you should make this your best barrier yet.

Hiki: Don't worry, I won't try to anyways.

Kairi: Alright I will try. (Darkness goes over her hands and into the barrier as she focuses.

Hiki: (Walks over to Tori and Kairi).

Kairi: (Nods as she focuses with determination).

Hiki: (Strikes the barrier and the barrier flexes order the hit making a loud sound especially for the inside of the barrier but stays unbroken). Hmm well at least it isn't broken.

Kairi: That sounded loud though, I hope Tori is alright.

Tori: What, what... (Falls back to sleep somehow looking startled for a brief second before).

Kairi: (Giggles). Wow you can sleep well.

Hiki: Never doubted it but we need to make sure it doesn't make that sound again.

Kairi: Alright.

Kura: I believe it almost broke but was able to stay in place.

Hiki: Yes it is a good barrier for a actual direct hit test.

Kairi: I will do even better next time! (Gives a even more determined look).

Hiki: I look forward to it.

Kura: I am sure sir Tori will volunteer again.

Hiki: Well he did by sleeping by the tree.

Kairi: I guess that makes sense.

Jennifer: Good job Kairi. (She shouts as she trains and decides to grab her bow and tries shooting it to see if she can).

Hiki: (Looks at Chazz). Master want to spar with me?

Chazz: (Shakes his head). Why not.

Kura: I will continue helping lady Kairi with her barrier around Tori.

Shizen: Child do not put too much stress on your arm.

Jennifer: I know.

Chazz: (Goes off to spar with Hiki).

Kairi: (Goes to train some more but then sees a shadow near the door looking by the door curiously). ... Huh?

????: K-Kairi.

Kairi: (Her eyes widen after a second recognizing whose voice it is). M-Maru?

Maru: (Steps out and shakes his head).

Kairi: (Quickly puts out her barrier in a panic). Maru!

Shizen: (Watches Maru with interest).

Jennifer: (Hears Kairi looking at her and then Maru and panics a little as well).

Chazz: (Stops sparing with Hiki when they find out what is happening).

Luna: (Steps outside as well). Well interesting people indeed.

Kairi: Luna, I umm we were just umm. (Tries to make up an excuse but stumbles).

Jennifer: (Slowly hides her bow behind her back).

Luna: (Recreates a barrier around a nearby rock). Well it was a nicely shaped barrier. I wanted to see it again.

Jennifer: A... Barrier?

Kairi: You umm have powers too?

Luna: No, no I'm the spirit.

Kairi: (Her look of panic slowly changes to a smile). ... Really... Cool I mean I guessed you were one a little bit.

Kura: how did you guess lady Kairi?

Kairi: Well I thought that all maids close to their masters were spirits?

Jennifer: ... That is not how it works.

Chazz: Not really.

Maru: (Hides behind Luna).

Kairi: Oh well umm it's nice to see you again.... I am Kairi my spirits are Kura and Yami. My sister is Jennifer and her spirit is Shizen and her butler is Chazz and his spirits are Hiki and Tori. (Bows to Maru and Kura and Shizen do so once introduced).

Hiki: (Sits beside Tori when introduced).

Chazz: (Stands by Jennifer).

Luna: No need to bow everyone though I will be honest I didn't expect this to happen.

Maru: N-nice to meet you all again.

Kairi: (Smiles brightly). Nice to see you too!

Jennifer: Have you been watching us?

Kairi: Oh alright Tori, Yami wake up please.

Yami: (Still on the tree branch not really paying attention). Huh... Leave me alone.

Tori: (Stills sleeps soundly).

Chazz: (Whispers to Kairi). Hold off on their names for now. We do not know her background so be careful.

Kairi: Oh alright umm. (Walks over to Maru and Luna). So tell me about yourselves then. What kind of spirit are you or something like that.

Luna: Well I'm a light spirit and Maru is my master.

Kairi: (Looks excited). Oh wow a light spirit! I have always liked how fast they can run.

Maru: W-we saw you try to be fast.

Kairi: (Pouts). Hey I ran into that tree on purpose.

Jennifer: (Laughs). Sure you did.

Maru: (Laughs and so does Luna).

Kairi: I have not had my powers stuff long but just wait I will get even better.

Maru: (Shakes his head). S-same for me, I h-hope we can get along.

Kairi: I hope so too. I mean why should this change anything were still the same people as yesterday.

Maru: (Shakes his head in agreeance).

Hiki: (Sleeps next to Tori leaning on his shoulder).

Kairi: So what abilities do you have or are you new like I am or how many years have you had your powers I mean.

Jennifer: No need to ramble.

Kairi: Oops sorry.

Maru: (Holds out his arm and Luna disappears into a fencer sword on his hand).

Kairi: (Looks amazed). Oh wow cool weapon I have to knives and throwing dagger. (Brings out her two knives both being black hilts and blades with a red gem at the hilt).

Luna: (Speaks from the sword). The only difference is that Maru doesn't carry the weapon I have to be the weapon.

Kairi: Wow cool, you are a very pretty weapon, it is very pointy too. (Pokes the blade a little).

Jennifer: Kairi all blades are pretty sharp so be careful and is that supposed to be a compliment to her. (Laughs).

Maru: l learned how to fence w-when I was younger.

Kairi: Whoa I am still new to that kind of stuff hmm I think I started a week or a few weeks ago maybe.

Chazz: It was last week.

Maru: (Looks shocked). Only a-a week?

Kairi: (Nods cheerfully but also gives a confused look). I guess so, why is that bad?

Luna: Not it's just surprising.

Kairi: How is it so surprising I mean I am the youngest here, well besides Yami I guess. He is a spirit so it is like he's around 10 or something like that.

Chazz: (Hits his forehead in secret by the tree Hiki, Tori and Yami are by listening to Kairi ramble and do exactly the opposite of what he had asked).

Hiki: (Wakes up from the tree shaking). What... What happened?

Jennifer: (Whispers to Chazz). Sorry she does not have a filter in her mind and is very trusting... And you expected her to keep things from people...? She is not good at it.

Yami: (As the tree shakes it makes him fall from the tree falling onto Hiki and Tori. He falls so that his face is in Hiki's chest and one hand grabbing into her chest and the lower half of him landing on Tori's lap and his legs falling onto Tori in a very painful area for men). Gah!

Hiki: (Feels a sudden groping on her chest as she thinks "oh is that master so forward all of the sudden" but then she realizes it's Yami a sudden blush falling down her face and she screams waking Tori).

Tori: (Pushes Yami off without anyone noticing but as he is pushing Yami off a sudden flow of pain falls upon him not realizing what is causing the pain until it was too late for him).

Yami: (Lifts his head a little dizzy from the fall as he tries to figure out what is happening still grabbed onto Hiki).

Jennifer: (Blushes a little and looks away).

Kura: (Looks unsure of how to help but secretly wants to laugh at the scene before her covering her mouth to do so subtly as Kairi looks confused on what is going on).

Shizen: (Walks over looking a little amused and concerned).

Hiki: (Blushes more as she moves Yami's hand slowly).

Yami: Huh...? (Looks down at where his hand was and looks shocked knowing he's in trouble taking his hand quickly away but he was supporting himself with that hand and falls right where he was before scrambling to get up placing his hand on Hiki's side and looking at her still shocked then nervously laughs). ... Oops?

Hiki: (Slaps Yami away with all of her strength as she covers her chest with her arm).

Yami: (Is pushed away and onto Tori who still has his leg on him but now all of his weight is on him). Ow what the hell, I-I didn't mean it!

Tori: (Pushes Yami off being in a lot of pain).

Yami: (Rolls off of both Hiki and Tori but not far as he lies on his back thinking "what just happened").

Kura: (Face palms again with everyone else).

Kairi: (Quickly walks over). Are you guys alright?

Hiki: (Still blushes heavily and hiding her face). ... I think I will be.

Yami: (Sits up grabbing his head). Yo sorry... But thanks for cushioning my fall I guess. (Then looks at Tori seeing he is in great pain). ... Dude what's wrong with you.

Tori: Just... Unforeseen events that caused me pain.

Hiki: (Looks down and returns to her sword which is on Chazz's back).

Chazz: Hiki what is wrong?

Hiki: (Doesn't respond).

Jennifer: (Pats the sword on Chazz's back). It's alright Hiki, only girls can understand so just let her be.

Yami: Oh come on, I'm not that heavy not like I crushed you or anything.

Tori: Just be quiet will you.

Yami: (Gives a confused look as he stands). What's your problem.

Shizen: How about this is talked about later there are guests here.

Yami: Huh? (Looks at Maru with Luna in sword form). Who the hell are you?

Kura: (Instantly is over by Yami slapping him on the back of the head). Be polite to our guests.

Yami: (Covers the back of his head with his hand). Hey what was that for!

Tori: (Gets himself up). Well I'll be heading off nice to meet too see you two again, I'm out. (Heads back to his sword as well).

Yami: Huh what was his problem, not like I meant to fall. (Looks grumpy).

Shizen: (Who is by Chazz as she mumbles to herself looking a little amused still). Probably to yell in pain you idiot.

Chazz: (Chuckles hearing Shizen). Indeed.

Maru: (Looks confused to what is going on at the moment Luna being confused as well).

Kairi: I am sorry about that. I told you that crazy things happen here.

Yami: (Walks over to stand by Kairi and Kura looking grumpy and tired). So who is this guy, do I have to fight him or something.

Kura: No they are lady Kairi's guests.

Yami: Oh... Sup?

Luna: Not much in manners there but hello I don't think we had met yesterday at the party. (Speaks from the sword but comes out to her full body). My name is Shizuna but most call me Luna. (Points to Maru who is behind her). And this guy behind me is master Maru.

Yami: Oh cool but yeah I'm Yami and I wasn't at the party. I mean come on do you see me being a servant.

Kura: I apologise, his manners are lacking so do not take offence to it please.

Luna: No problem, I don't mind it.

Yami: Whatever... What's with the guy... Looks like he's scared... Are you scared of me I mean I don't think I'm that scary.

Kairi: Yami quiet he's just a little shy so be nice

Yami: Just asking.

Maru: (Shakes his head a little and hides more).

Yami: Oh come on not scary. (Instantly turns into what he really looks like being around ten). See do I really look scary?

Shizen: Wow showing how you look on your own, I'm impressed.

Yami: (Crosses his arms grumpily). Shut it.

Luna: (Her eyes widen and so do Maru's but says nothing on it). Well that's a good trick.

Yami: (Looks away still seeming grumpy). Yeah whatever I just don't like being looked at like just a kid.

Shizen: It's alright, I do the same trick with my appearance. (Walks over putting a hand on Yami's head).

Yami: Hey let go!

Shizen: (Laughs). Come on now, it's not that bad.

Yami: ... Whatever.

Maru and Luna: (Both laugh at the embarrassed Yami).

Jennifer: (Says to Chazz who still stands by her and walks over to everyone putting her bow on her shoulder with a smile). They seem trustworthy to me.

Kairi: I hope you like your stay here though I think you will fit in well here.

Maru: (One of the younger wolves looking about 1 or 2 has comes over and sniffs Maru and he shakes since he becomes nervous as the wolf sniffs him).

Jennifer: It is alright he's friendly. Wolves are seen as scary but really they only attack if backed into a corner or protecting its pack.

Luna: (Holds out her hand and the wolf sniffs both her and Maru as she thinks "it is attacks I can't be held responsible to what happens to it" and the wolf continues to sniff them and licks their hands. It then sniffs all around them again as the wolf pups start to stumble over being a week old and the sleepy on lagging behind as the alpha female walks behind them).

Maru: T-they are very cute indeed.

Luna: (Shakes her head in agreement as one of the pups licks Luna and Maru's shoes as the other bites Maru's foot and the third lagging behind finally making it and then falls asleep at his feet).

Maru: (Says playfully). Oww do not bite me.

Jennifer: (Laughs). I am glad they like you.

Maru: (The first wolf that came over jumps up on Maru licking his face making him fall over but starts to lick his face).

Luna: (Goes into a defensive state but realizes if she did it would come to a unneeded fight so she stops it and instead she starts petting the wolf that is licking Maru).

Maru: (Laughs). Hey... Hey that tickles.

Jennifer: Alright that is enough I think. (The wolf stops licking Maru but lays on him as the pups try to climb onto Luna). ... Not quite what I meant.

Kairi: Wow they really like you.

Maru: A-animals always seemed to get along with me better. (He smiles as he pets the wolf pups).

Luna: (Sits down on her legs and smiles at her master).

Jennifer: I can see that. (As the alpha female sits beside them. The wolf on top of Maru moves away as the alpha looks closely at both Maru and Luna looking into their eyes).

Maru and Luna: (Gains a questioning look on their faces).

Jennifer: She is the one in charge so she is trying to see what kind of person you are and if you are good. (As she says this the alpha female wolf licks both Maru and Luna and gets up to walk away her pups stumbling to follow her).

Maru: I g-guess she likes me.

Luna: M-me as well.

Jennifer: She does.

Kairi: So why did you decide to watch us. I mean why not just come out and say hi.

Luna: We were unsure of what was going on so we decided to just watch.

Kairi: Oh we were just training I guess though today is a slower day than normal.

Luna: Because of the wolves?

Kairi: No my sister got hurt 2 days ago and another got a little hurt during training yesterday so we are just taking a easy.

Jennifer: That was why I have the bandages and the sling from yesterday.

Luna: Ohh I thought it just was no motivation to train.

Chazz: (Takes notice of that comment and looks at Luna). What do you mean by that Mis Luna.

Luna: Well I thought that maybe all of you didn't want to train so you just prolonged it by just getting the wolves here.

Maru: (Panics and tugs on Luna). L-Luna that is rude.

Jennifer: It is alright but sometimes you have to relax a little since so much has happened and besides it is a little difficult to fire a bow with one arm... Well at least it grew back so I don't have to worry about it.

Shizen: ... A little too much information.

Luna: No you I understand since you were injured but that doesn't excuse everyone else. Does anyone here ever take the idea of getting better seriously?

Jennifer: (Narrows her eyes at Luna). Yes but we do not get caught up in it. We enjoy every day as it comes and if one is weak we support them and help best we can. Any other day we would be sparring and training until morning light or late at night but today we decided we should have a little fun because we have worked so hard.

Luna: Whatever you say.

Yami: (Looks annoyed and seeming to defend the group around him stepping in front of them). Hey, don't talk like that! They work hard so don't judge how we work!

Kairi: (She Jennifer and Kura look surprised by Yami's outburst to defend them).

Luna: Well then prove it. Show me your strength.

Maru: (Tugs on Luna again).

Yami: (Grins). You asking for a fight?

Kairi: (Tries to pull Yami back).

Luna: Maybe I am.

Yami: (Steps forward a bit looking up at Luna). I hope you're a challenge then.

Kairi: Yami. (Pulls on Yami's sleeve).

Kura: (Looks carefully at what's happening protectivly).

Luna: I would but it's not worth my time.

Yami: (Looks a little angry). Hey you calling me weak!

Kura: (Watches Yami carefully knowing how he gets her concern rising greatly).

Luna: No I'm calling you what I told you. I want too but I must tend to master Maru first.

Yami: Yeah whatever you say. I see it as you're backing out of a fight.

Luna: (Pulls out her sword right in front of Yami's face with a serious look). Listen here brat! If it wasn't for my duty I would be sending you back to where ever you came from or through space, whichever happens first.

Maru: (Holds Luna's arm down). Luna that's enough, you are going too far! Now leave for the moment!

Luna: (Her look of anger changes looking down at Maru and sighs with a nod). ... Yes master. (Retracts her blade and bows to Maru and then disappears).

Kura: (Knowing the way Yami thinks she watches him carefully).

Maru: (Turns around but one of his eyes are a different color, one eye being siler and the other blue as he bows to Yami). I am sorry for Luna's actions and words... She has a temper... again I am very sorry.

Yami: (Instantly snaps being very upset). Shut up, I'm not a brat she has no right to call me that! She doesn't know me! (Starts taking a little bit of darkness from the things around him and everyone looking surprised and Kura knowing this type of thing happens when he is upset).

Maru: Again I am sorry.

Chazz: (Walk towards Yami to calm him down but Maru has already begun to notice the darkness being taken away).

Yami: Whatever just stop looking down at me. I'm not a brat. (Looks at Maru looking very upset as he takes dark energy from the things around him but doesn't notice Kura grabbing his shoulder bringing him backwards a little).

Chazz: (Goes by Maru). Lord Maru it seems he is upset at the moment so would you allow me to escort you back to your room or the dining room.

Maru: (Agrees nervously).

Yami: (Notices he's taking energy once Chazz steps in and tries to calm himself looking away).

Kairi: Sorry Maru but we can talk again after breakfast.

Maru: Alright... Bye everyone, sorry again mister Yami. (Waves and leaves with Chazz as Hiki and Tori staying behind).

Yami: Yeah whatever, don't worry about it. (Looks away from everyone).

Kairi: I'm sorry Yami....

Yami: Whatever not your fault.

Tori: Well then, I knew Luna was going to be something but nothing like that.

Hiki: Yes she's completely different then Maru.

Jennifer: She was a little out of line I think.

Shizen: Very quick to judge things.

Hiki: Very bold and straight to the point.

Yami: Didn't have to be so mean, she's the one who brought up the challenge. (Crosses his arms still looking a little upset but not taking energy anymore).

Kairi: Once everyone cools down it will be alright.

Hiki: Yes, yes.

Kairi: What should we do now?

Kura: You could continue training if you wish, maybe try learning a new ability.

Kairi: Ooh that sounds fun.

Yami: Yeah I'll join you in a minute, need to hit a tree or something then I'll be good.

Tori: I'll join you Yami.

Yami: Join what? You want to spar?

Shizen: Well you did make Tori go through a bit of pain and Hiki a little embarrassment he deserves some payback.

Yami: How, I didn't do anything.

Tori: Sure why not, I haven't properly sparred yet. I have to see if you can actually hold yourself well in a fight so let's go Yami.

Yami: (Grins excitedly). Sure bring it!

Shizen: And Yami I am happy you stood up for us in your own little way.

Yami: What do you mean?

Shizen: You told Luna to not look down on us. You were standing up for us and that shows your courage and good nature more than you know.

Yami: ... I mean not really a big deal.

Hiki: No it kind of was because most of us were shocked by what she was saying.

Yami: (Shrugs). Sounded like she was asking for a fight.

Jennifer: She is a guest; she should not judge how things work here.

Hiki: She may be a guest but that doesn't mean people won't judge.

Jennifer: I know but still. (Frowns crossing her arms).

Yami: (Shrugs again). Didn't think she would snap like that but hey if she wants a fight I'll fight her.

Kairi: Please try not to fight.

Yami: Hey she was asking for it.

Tori: Well let's see how the rest of today goes. Hopefully Maru can speak some sense into her.

Kairi: I hope so, his eyes looked weird for a moment I think but he's a nice person. He is just a little shy... Their like opposites.

Jennifer: Pretty much.

Hiki: Sometimes opposites attract.

Kairi: I guess so.

Yami: Well whatever, Tori we fighting or what?

Tori: Let's go.

Yami: (Takes out both his knives with a grin). Bring it!

Kairi: Alright but be careful. (Walks away a little bit from them along with everyone else).

Tori: (Brings out one of his swords).

Yami: (Readies himself as he watches carefully).

Kura: (Watches a little bit as she helps Kairi learn her skills).

Hiki: (Joins Kairi in her training).

Tori: (Starts to spar with Yami).

Yami: (Clashes with Tori several times but then starts absorbing darkness so he stops and backs off for a second so he can stop taking darkness cursing to himself quietly). ... Sorry.

Tori: It is alright, at least now you realize it.

Yami: (Shrugs). Just not angry.

Tori: Got to start from somewhere.

Yami: I had all of this anger built up inside of me... Guess I'm trying to let go of it. (Smiles to himself then readies his knives again).

Tori: Well if you were not I might have had to beat it out of you.

Yami: (Laughs). Yeah right, like you could anyways.

Tori: Well I could use the tree again.

Yami: Oh come on, not cool dude. (Says this then throws a throwing dagger and charges at Tori).

Tori: (Blocks the dagger and charges back at Yami).

Yami: (Ducks under the sword instantly going into his child looks and slashing at Tori's legs making a small cut before kicking).

Tori: (Falls to the floor as he punches Yami).

Yami: (Rolls onto the ground getting up quickly but doesn't attack making sure Tori is ok bur tries not to show the consern as much remember last time). You good?

Tori: (Disappears and reappears behind Yami and slashing at him).

Yami: Gah! (Jumps backwards but gets hit a little and turning towards Tori throwing a dagger that as it is thrown has a shadowy streak behind it as he smiles like enjoying himself).

Tori: (Gathers shadow blades around himself to block as he charges forward).

Yami: (Starts to absorb the darkness blades and charges at Tori).

Tori: (As the darkness blades are absorbed they become real blades).

Yami: (Uses the strength he had gotten from the darkness blades and uses it as he slashes at Tori, his arms surrounding with darkness). Thanks for the power.

Tori: No problem. (He says as he attacks with two swords and over powers Yami).

Yami: (Struggles to keep his footing and pushes back but slowly is forced back but he refuses to absorb more darkness so he is unable to match Tori's strength and is still pushed back).

Tori: (Pushes Yami even more in the battle of phisical strength having a clear advantage).

Yami: (Struggles more and grits his teeth and closes his eyes getting frustrated. He then opens his eyes looking determined and yells as he pushes back but a wave of dark energy comes out of him sending him flying and everyone else feeling the strong wind from it).

Kura: (Looks over surprised and concerned).

Tori: (Flies back from the impact with the wave of energy).

Yami: (Looks shocked as he tries to figure out what just happened as his knives fall from his hands feeling weak all of the sudden).

Tori: (Recovers from the blast as he gets back up).

Yami: (Looks around and at Tori being a little dazed as he falls to his knees).

Kura: (Looks over worriedly wanting to rush over to Yami).

Hiki: (Pushes Kura to run to Yami).

Kura: Yami! (Tries to hold back tears as she rushes to Yami as he falls).

Yami: (He falls into Kura's arms but his eyes are still open as he looks around, sound and sight blending together as if he had been close to a explosion looking distant and dazed still).

Kairi: (Runs over to Yami as well looking worried).

Tori: (Stands up fully feeling back to his normal self). I wished I would get that too.

Hiki: (Sticks her tongue out at Tori with a smile).

Kura: (Holds Yami up). Are you alright?

Yami: (Doesn't answer being still dazed as his eyes droop a little being a bit pail). ... What the.... (Passes out).

Kura: (Her eyes widen as her hands darken placing her hands on Yami to check his health and for what is wrong).

Tori: (Runs over to Yami to give him some energy).

Kura: I can give him my energy and some of yours. He's very low and can not gain it back so I need to work quickly. (She says as she quickly starts giving her energy to Yami as Jennifer and Shizen come over looking as Kairi get teary eyed).

Hiki: (Goes over to Kairi to calm her down along with Jennifer).

Tori: (Begins to give Yami his energy with Kura as he sits with them).

Kairi: W-will he be alright?

Kura: I think so, he would have run out if we did nothing but he will be fine.

Jennifer: What was that he did?

Tori: His energy overflowing at a great rate and he tried to use is all to keep his strength up and it caused a backfire effect.

Kura: It made him release nearly all of his energy at once making the energy explode.

Tori: He needs to either get some energy now or return to Kairi's mind to rest for a while.

Kairi: Alright.... (Still cries but wipes her eyes).

Kura: I think we have given him enough for him to absorb darkness on his own when he wakes. (As Kura says that Yami opens his eyes weakly looking a little dazed still).

Yami: Uhh I feel like someone threw a bomb at me and I covered it with my body. (Grabs his head since he has a headache from the explosion of darkness).

Kairi: Please be alright.

Yami: Yeah, yeah I'm fine.

Tori: Too much energy can hurt you.

Yami: Felt like I was using all my energy at once.

Kura: Please try to be careful next time....

Yami: Not like I meant to. I was trying to not absorb energy but also push back and then that happened.

Tori: An energy reaction or struggle of doing two things at once.

Shizen: I would be careful from now on... You are not your father but he died in something similar to that explosion... Well it almost came to that.

Yami: (Looks down with his eyes narrowed at his hand with darkness surrounding it). Yeah... I get it....

Shizen: Yes he was obsessed with gathering so much power for him to hold inside himself and the energy was being pressed into one spot. I am only telling you this so you know what to be careful of with your abilities.

Yami: Oh... Yeah I'll try to be careful....

Tori: You are handling it much better than I thought you would.

Yami: Yeah well feel a little out of it to throw a fit.

Tori: Fair enough and true.

Jennifer: Maybe Yami should have a small break from sparring.

Kura: Perhaps until you have a chance to absorb more energy.

Tori: Yeah I could use a rest as well for a while.

Yami: What I'm fine, I can keep going. (Sits up stiffly but stubbornly but becomes a little dizzy doing so).

Tori: No you are not, go take a rest.

Yami: (Crosses his arms grumpily). I'm fine.

Kura: (Chops Yami on the head making him go unconscious and sleep). Get some rest please.

Hiki: I don't think it is any use to tell him after he is knocked out.

Kura: If not he would have kept up his stubborn act and not doing what was needed... I think.

Hiki: (Laughs). No you're probably right.

Kairi: It's a little mean to knock him out though.

Kura: My apologies lady Kairi.

Tori: It is kind of needed sometimes.

Jennifer: If you feel like sparring more I will. Just will take a easy more than Yami or else Chazz will scold me.

Kairi: Oh also I learned a little about that shadow form stuff to and when will I get to spar?

Hiki: Maybe you could spar with your sister since you both need to take an easy.

Jennifer: Umm if you think you are ready.

Kairi: I do not know if I am, I mean I still do not do well at that combat stuff and do not want to hurt anyone.

Jennifer: And I do not want you getting hurt.

Shizen: Or it anyone else wants to spar with her and teach her in the process.

Hiki: I think for a starter it should be Jenny and we can fix what errors happen.

Jennifer: Kairi if you are alright with this.

Kairi: Well this will be my first day of sparring lessons and I will do my best.

Jennifer: Alright but move into learning it slowly since you still have trouble with combat.

Hiki: Just aim to point out her mistakes and we will go from there before she spars again.

Jennifer: Right, first Kairi I want you to attack me and see how you are at that before we go into dodging and blocking and look at one skill at a time.

Kairi: Alright. (Unsheathes her blade but drops it as she tries to unsheathe it losing her grip). Oops sorry!

Jennifer: First you need to have a grip on your weapon as you unsheathe it.

Kairi: My bad (bends down to pick up her knife).

Tori: (Without anyone noticing he blushes being behind Kairi as he watches with everyone else but at his angle his eyes wander to look at Kairi's bottom looking away quickly as he his himself over his head).

Kairi: (Stands back up holding her dagger). So I just attack?

Jennifer: Yes but remember the moves you have practiced.

Kairi: Right. (Readies herself and swings at Jennifer but a little clumsily as she blocks with her bow).

Jennifer: Remember to keep your balance and widen your stance.

Kairi: (Widens her stance as she swings again and then blocks being a little more stable as she concentrates on her swing taking her time to get it right as Jennifer steps back every time so she takes a step and swings at the same time).

Hiki: (Watches Kairi to figure out where else to help her as she thinks "she is a fast learner and can adapt fine, the only problem is that she lacks the strength or ability to want to hurt someone which is understandable but that can only last for so long").

Jennifer: (after a few moments she stops and stops Kairi) alright that's enough, do you think you can block?

Kairi: I-I guess but what happens if I don't block in time.

Jennifer: I will use the wooden part of the bow and I won't swing hard.

Kairi: alright I think I can do it.

Jennifer: we will go slowly like when you were attacking but instead you will be stepping back.

Kairi: I'll try (readies herself looking a little nervous).

Jennifer: it's alright sis.

Kairi: I know it just hard to understand that attack stuff I guess.

Hiki: Just aim to block where you think she is going to attack from.

Jennifer: I am going to make it as obvious as I can.

Kairi: Alright.

Jennifer: Let's begin. (Starts to hit with my bow slowly to get her used to it and with not much power as Kairi blocks with the knife looking a little wobbly but able to keep up with the blocks).

Kura: (Watches Kairi closely with Hiki).

Hiki: (Goes over to Kura to talk to her). So what do you think?

Kura: It's not her strength. Yes she is new and has a lot to learn but she is learning this and especially attacking much slower then magic and barriers.

Hiki: Maybe she doesn't want to attack someone.

Kura: I think not either but she has good protective instincts.

Hiki: I wonder why.

Kura: I'm not sure, maybe she should be working on that instead and work from that instinct first.

Hiki: She should since it would help her very much in the long run.

Kura: Already I can see she is better at blocking but I wonder.... (Thinks for a moment).

Hiki: Should we ask Jenny?

Kura: I want to try something, I have a idea.

Hiki: Hmm what is your idea then Kura?

Kura: I am going to try something and see what Kairi does.

Kairi: (As Jennifer swings at her the knife falls out of her grasp making Kairi's eyes widen not having a moment to pick it up as she instinctively put her arm up to block and a barrier forms right when she does and Jennifer looks shocked to what just happened).

Hiki: (Gives a curious look at what Kura is trying to do as Tori and Shizen watch as well).

Kura: She instinctively used a barrier to block not even knowing she did. She's not good at using weapon at close range but what about attacking and blocking with barriers. Her reaction time is quicker that way.

Hiki: (Looks at Kura seeing she is pressing her fingers together as she made a small barrier that made the knife fall). I see then but it was a little help from you which allowed the reaction to happen at all.

Kura: True but it was just a test but she has good instincts. Perhaps if she has someone she cares about to protect or block in front of she will do better but then again it is her first day learning this and she has come a long way in a week.

Hiki: I expect great things from Kairi. She has the ability to do quite well in a fight.

Kura: Yes she will not be fighting on her own soon though but if this is how far she has come in a week I am interested to see what she has learned in a year but for now she is progressing well and she brings a smile to anyone's face.

Hiki: Maybe she could take on Jenny and master at an even level. I'm excited for that fight.

Kura: I don't think both at the same time but if she thinks quickly with using magic she can have the upper hand quickly and hopefully not be like Yami who rushes in without thinking.

Hiki: Of course, not at the same time but I won't lose to Kura. (Serious look in Hiki's eyes which doesn't happen that often).

Kura: Lose, what do you mean by that?

Hiki: Ohh nothing?

Kura: Very well but I am not going anywhere.

Kairi: (Uses the barrier and the knife to block making her move a little faster but drops her knife again and bends down to grab it with Tori not far behind her getting a good view of her again).

Tori: (Looks away with a slight blush as Hiki starts to bug him about it).

Kairi: (Focuses on blocking as she slowly gets better as Jennifer focuses on holding back).

Yami: (Grabs his head as he sits up and tries to figure out what is happening.

Shizen: (Smirks at Tori's reaction deciding to tease him a bit to being ammused). You can look, I won't tell.

Tori: (Looks shocked and begins to stutter). W-what are you t-talking about Shizen.

Shizen: (Laughs a little). There's no need to act clueless.

Tori: (Doesn't respond as he looks down with a easily seen blush).

Shizen: (Laughs more). It's fine but you are fun to tease about these things. No wonder Hiki does that to you, Chazz and the child so often.

Hiki: (Smiles). I only tease those who are not honest with their feelings.

Shizen: Well this does count. Your brother is not being honest with himself.

Hiki: Oh I know he usually is not. I'll go tease him later.

Shizen: I know you will.

Yami: (Stands next to Hiki, Tori and Shizen as he grabs his head having a headache from being knocked out and seeming a bit bothered but he hides that now). What happened?

Hiki: Oh you needed a nap so you fell down and knocked out.

Yami: Huh I didn't fall down... Well I fell on you guys before that so I guess that counts.

Hiki: (Blushes). Yes it does.

Yami: ... What's your problem?

Shizen: You should apologies to them. You grabbed Hiki in a inappropriate place and caused Tori quite a bit of pain.

Yami: (Shrugs). I don't see how.

Hiki: Just forget about it and let's move on from it.

Yami: Whatever still don't see why you screamed and slapped me.

Shizen: (Laughs). You know so little of these things being so young.

Yami: Hey!

Hiki: You really don't.

Yami: Fine I'm sorry so happy? Don't make me feel bad about that shit, I mean how many times have you grabbed other people's chests and you didn't freak out when Shizen grabbed you.

Shizen: That's enough Yami.

Yami: Fine but still don't get it.

Hiki: It's different when girls do it....

Yami: (Just looks confused and lost).

Kura: It's alright Miss Hiki, he didn't mean too.

Yami: Yeah... Sorry?

Hiki: I know its fine.

Yami: Sure... What's Kairi doing?

Hiki: Practicing sparring.

Tori: We asked Jennifer to do this since they both need to take it easy and we can work on the things Kairi is lacking in.

Hiki: (Nods). Right now she just needs to work on actually attacking.

Yami: Yeah I showed her some attacks but she didn't seem to get it.

Kura: Well you gave up teaching after 5 minutes.

Yami: ... I'm not good at teaching I guess. (Crosses his arms grumpily).

Kairi: (Blocks using the barrier to swing again as she blocks, Jennifer looking surprised as she blocks quickly).

Jennifer: Nice job.

Kairi: Oh umm thank you.

Maru: (Watches from the window again but not with Luna).

Jennifer: Try combining attacks and blocks and you will move faster and don't worry you won't hurt me.

Kairi: I will try.... (Continues sparring with Jennifer as she tries to mix different moves. She then tries moving faster and absorbs dark energy from a shadow near by like Yami but more controlled which make her improve).

Maru: Lady Kairi... Why.... (His eyes widen and then looks sad as he leaves).

Kura: Lady Kairi has good control of her power, she handles it well.

Jennifer: Good job Kairi, you're improving well from that.

Kairi: Thank you. (Smiles proudly).

Hiki: Maybe you could mix magic with your weapons?

Kairi: I can try.

Kura: Also your speed, try charging from far away but not fast enough that you lose control.

Kairi: Oh I get it, so run and swing at the same time.

Jennifer: Exactly, I am ready when you are. (As she walks further away for her to try charging).

Kairi: Well here goes nothing. (Readies her stance being careful to be balanced then runs fast at Jennifer and tries striking as Jennifer blocks then dodges to the side a little).

Jennifer: Not bad but try focusing on where you want to aim, you are fast though.

Kairi: Thank you.... (Is a little out of breath).

Hiki: How about we take it slow after a little break.

Jennifer: Sounds good, I think it is close to lunch.

Kairi: Yay food and I hope Maru and Luna are doing alright from before.

Jennifer: We can have lunch with them.

Kairi: Ooh can we eat outside to?

Jennifer: I do not see why not. It is a nice day after all.

Hiki: Do you want me to fetch master?

Jennifer: If you want to and maybe if you run into Maru and Luna you could tell them they can join if they wish.

Hiki: Yes. (Runs off at light speed).

Kairi: Wow she is so fast.

Kura: Indeed and Yami I suggest to absorb darkness before they arrive. You have had what we gave you which was to keep your health up.

Yami: Nah I'm fine, I'll manage.

Tori: Well if we are on break then I am going to take another nap.

Kairi: How are you able to sleep so much?

Tori: Because in sleep the world is calm and peaceful and my mind can wonder anywhere it wants without limitations. Its a world I can sore freely in. I like that world very much.

Kairi: I understand but do not spend all of your time there because then you miss out on life out here.

Tori: I never said I did.

Kairi: Alright then have a good nap. (Hugs Tori).

Jennifer: I can get the wolves to surround you again; it's a pretty comfortable way to sleep.

Tori: (Hugs Kairi back). Well Kairi you could take a nap with me as well. (Says jokingly so that Jennifer does not attack him).

Kairi: I am a little tired from training so alright.

Jennifer: (Pauses for a moment but sighs as she tries to let it go).

Tori: (Lies by the tree like before).

Kairi: (Lies right beside Tori on a wolf nearby with a smile as she closes her eyes and relaxes everyone else starting to sit and relax as well).

Tori: Now then time for some rest.

Kairi: It does feel like a peaceful day so this is nice. (Holds onto Tori as she yawns).

Tori: (Already is falling asleep).

Kairi: (Smiles but doesn't fully sleep, just enjoys being near Tori).

Jennifer: (Her and Shizen meditate looking through the nature around them).

Yami: (Leans back and relaxes but stays awake with his eyes closed at times).

Kura: (Smiles looking at Yami as she sits playing with a dark barrier in her hands).