Friday, December 29, 2006
5 - Introductions 6:46 PM
5.
"Ryutsuisen!"
A destructive wave of white and blue energy came crashing down between Seana and the advancing squad members, the force throwing the armed officers back. As the smoke and dust cleared from the nightly atmosphere, a deep gash could be seen clearly creating a small divider between the girl and the men. People everywhere were stunned at this devastating sight as some of the squad members got back unto their feet. Kyo walked over to Seana and stood protectively in front of her.
"That's just a warning. I don't mean to cause any trouble here, but if that corrupted human over there is to be further defended," Kyo pointed at the fat man hiding within the shadows of the doorway, "I will not hesitate to take everyone down."
A man in protective armor raised his hand-weapon and cautiously advanced forward . Clearly this was the squad leader. Nevertheless, he was an idiot to raise a gun at the feared Tsuki-hitokiri, the Moon-slayer who was never seen yet know for his lightning quick assassination. He seemed to be faking his bravery for the sake of his men as his shaking hands made him struggle to take aim. The squad leader stopped short of about 10 meters from the man wielding a gleaming silver katana, thinking he'd be safe at this distance, took a deep breathe and cursed at him. "Shit you won't! Men draw your weapons! This is getting far too dangerous!"
"... and complicated. Commander, please order your men to lower their firearms."
Kyo was surprised to see that the second order was given by a young Caucasian boy. Kyo continued watching curiously as the boy, around 18 years old, stepped forward and made his way beside the commander.
"Commander, I will ask this of you again; order your men to lower their firearms." the boy muttered. The commander holstered his gun and signalled at his men to do the same. The boy thanked the commander and turned Kyo.
Who is this guy? Being able to order a squad commander at his age, he must be someone really important, Kyo thought to himself.
"Tsuki-hitokiri, I have been waiting for this day to come for a long time now!" the boy exclaimed and made a gesture for Kyo to move aside. "And you, miss. You prove to be a rather promising fighter, if not for your hot-headness."
Kyo, returned his sword into its sheath and turned away from the boy. "Well, the pleasure is all mine, but if you don't mind, I'd rather get going." he replied in the silence of the night despite the number of people in that area, and began walking away.
"We need your help. I'm from the Department of Mythical Affairs. We're working hand in hand with the CIA."
"Well, I don't intend to get involved with you people."
"What if we make you an offer? Say... your freedom?" the boy proposed. Kyo stopped dead in his track and whispered, "You've got my attention. What are you suggesting?"
"Let's just say you cooperate with us, and we'll clear you of all records. You'll start afresh, as if you've never committed a crime. In fact, you'll be a hero and uphold your clan's name again. For, you, miss, we'll reward you with a rather large sum of money so that you'll never have to work another day of our life."
"Who ARE you?" Kyo asked in disbelief as he walked back over to Seana.
The boy smiled at them. "My name is Edward Bridges. Come with me please, the both of you. Don't worry Kyo... that's your name isn't it? Your guitar's already in the car."
