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Run Mai and don't look back! Just keep running!

"But sister what about you?"

I'll be fine Mai- I’ll catch up with you. Find Mother and hide with her!"

I did as sister asked, for she was strong and I knew there was nothing I could do. An hour later, my sister did return but she looked different somehow...

“Mai come here".

“Yes sister? What is it?"

If I continue to stay here with you, those creatures that attacked us today will never cease attacking you. Forgive me Mai… Goodbye."

"No sister, please don’t leave- you promised you would teach me how to train my power -you promised!”

My sister simply smiled at me, then placed her lips to my forehead and whispered a few words. "The day will come, Mai, when you will have people to protect and your power will come to you. Until that day, I will not return." Goodbye my precious baby sister, sleep well and forget me until your 17th birthday.

Beep beep beep.

Ahh! That nightmare again! I’d been having it for the past 3 months, but it had been growing more realistic and intense as my 17th birthday approached. *Sigh*

What time is it? 9: 30!! Naru's going to be so upset! I'm late already’ I thought as I quickly dressed and grabbed some breakfast I ran out the door. I made it to the door of SPR in 10mins lucky I live so close. Walking in quietly as possible, I froze as l heard the voice I both dreaded and loved.

"You’re late Mai. Make me my tea".

“Hai Naru.” I quickly walked over to the kitchen area and started my daily ritual of making The Jerk his tea. When the kettle whistled, I poured three cups and put them on a tray. But as I was walking out, I tripped; from there, everything was slow motion. I saw the tea cups fly into the air with the tray. Thankfully, at that moment, my body just reacted on its own. I jumped up, caught the tray and not one of the tea cups fell off as I landed right back on my feet. I stood there for a minute or two wondering what the hell just happened. Then I remembered Naru and his tea. I hurried to give Lin his first, then The Narcissist. I walked over to Naru's door knocked and waited for the ok to come in.

“Come in Mai. Don't stand out there like an idiot." Ugh- that jerk! I pushed the door open quickly and set the tea down and waited.

“What are you waiting for Mai?” Naru asked.

“A thank you would be nice."

“I pay you to bring me tea Mai and to do your job, not to stand around. Get back to work."

I spun around on my heel muttering jerk under my breath and slammed the door shut. Walking over to my desk, I started to feel just slightly upset. No, you know I wasn’t upset-I was pissed.

I have been in love with Naru the idiotic freak for about two years now. I guess it's also my own damn fault that I haven't confessed my feelings. While I was going through the files of our last cases I heard the phone ring in Naru's office. A few minutes later he came out.

“Mai, call everyone. We have a case."

“Got it Naru.” As I picked up the phone I noticed the date on the calendar, my birthday is in two days. Looks like I will be spending it during a case.

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I had called the gang just as Naru had asked me. Ayako our miko in the group had remembered it was my birthday and asked am I ok not celebrating my birthday this year. Which I assured her I was there was nothing I could do about it anyway. After I was done I had told Naru everyone was coming he looked stressed out for some reason. I figured it was just the case and left him alone. I worked for a few more hours until 6:00. I went over and knocked on Naru's door and let him know I was going home. He called through that's fine be back here by 5:00 am and Mai don't be late. Yeah sure Naru I said and went home for the night. Walking home I looked around at all the couples walking around during this time of night. I sighed knowing that I wanted that with a certain Narcissist. I spend up my pace and quickly reached my apartment. I walked in and saw he blue walls and every time that reminded you of the ocean I do not know why put since I was little I have always had a fascination with the element water. I made myself a salad and soup for dinner then got ready for the case tomorrow.

"ai…..ai…….MAI!"

"Mmm who is it."

"That isn't important now but listens to me the case you're going on is different from all the others."

"I know that my birthday will be on the second day of the case."

"Yes Mai and not only that a person's life who was cut short will be found and must be brought back and only you can do this. "

"What no way I can't do something like that."

"Yes you can your powers will help you understand that when you use this power it can only be used on people whose names have not been written down."

"huh”?

"I don't have any more time to explain Mai wake up now you're going to be late."

Wait! I quickly sat up with my arm outstretched trying to reach for that familiar voice but it was no use. Pushing the fallen strands of hair out of my face I looked at the clock. Crap I only have 10mins to make it on time. I rushed around my room grabbed my bag for the case and breakfast, and was out the door. Looking at my watch I noticed I only had 3 mins and I was still 5 mins away. Pushing myself harder I didn't notice how instead of people looking like they should be a blur where crystal clear and that and I was not even out of breath. I finally made I to the door and rushed in looking at the time and nearly falling over in shock. Only 1 min had passed since I last looked at my watch I still had 2 mins left. As I was standing there wondering how that was possible or maybe the clock was just wrong Naru walked out of his office and said

"amazing you do know how to get to work on time excellent make me tea."

Then he turned and walked into Lin's office. Still a bit shaken by what had just happened I decided tea would be a good way to clam me down. So I walked over to the kitchen area and made Naru his tea while we waited for the others.
As I just got done delivering his majesty's tea the door slammed open and Bou- san walked in along with Ayako, Masako our medium, Jon brown our priest and Yasuhara our researcher. Yasuhara had joined us after we helped him out at his school which had a curse placed on it ever since then he has been helping us out. Anyway as they all walked in I got squeezed into a bone crushing hug from bou- san.

" monk can't breathe."

no sooner did those words come out of my mouth the pressure was gone along with a smacking sound and monk on the floor holding his head with Ayako above him with her purse in the air. "You idiot monk don't hurt Mai-chan like that" Said Ayako.

"oww you old women why do you always hit me with the purse of yours." by this time Naru had enough of their antics and walked out of Lin's office.

"This is an office not a play ground; now get to work loading the van we have to be at the client's house in two hours." Masako the annoying brat that she is immediately walked over to Naru and started flirting with him.

" Gah that annoying medium flirting with Naru whenever she sees him."

I quickly picked up a monitor and stomped out not wanting to see anymore. After the van was loaded we got ready to leave. Jon, Masako, Ayako and Yasuhara were riding in monk's car. While I rode in the van with Naru and Lin. I smirked over at Masako and got in. The drive to the owner's house was an hours drive and even though I got to ride with Naru these two men are the most silent in all of history. The silence quickly getting to me I started falling asleep. Eventually sleep took over and I didn't know it but my head landed on Naru's shoulder.

Naru pov:
I looked up when Mai's head fell on my shoulder. I was tempted to push her off but one look at her face and I couldn't do it. Lin looked over and simply smiled. I looked back at Mai again, sigh this girl is going to be the death of me.

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The darkness around me started to lighten up and balls of light appeared. I looked around for dream Naru but he wasn't there yet. After a few seconds passed a scene of a lake appeared in front of my eyes. I instantly felt a pull towards the center of the lake I couldn't understand why but Naru's face flashed in front of my eyes but something was different about it. He looked more like Dream Naru then the Jerk. The pull started getting stronger till I was literally pulled into the lake. I tried swimming for the top but I kept getting dragged down. Until I heard a voice, "Mai… it’s ok nothing can hurt you here." What do you mean?" Shh you will understand eventually look down Mai. When I looked down there was Naru but not Naru because Naru wasn't dead like this one was. I didn't know what to think but I felt that I could help this Naru somehow. I reached out and touched his face and all of a sudden there was a flash of blue and I was jerked out of the water until then I realized I could breathe under the water. Once again I was standing in front of the lake but I felt a dark energy of to the right. When I looked over I saw a house that was completed warped by the dark energy around it. Again I felt the pulling sensation and I knew someone was waking me up.

I opened my eyes to see Naru looking at me. "Mai get up where here" Naru said. I nodded and sat up holding my head I was still a bit dizzy from the darkness I felt. Naru opened the door and got out and I followed right behind him. I was thinking I should tell Naru the dream I had but then I decided against it thinking the dream wasn't meant to be shared. I looked up at the house and felt sick it was the house from my dream. I shakily walked toward the house. " Masako Masako are you ok." I turned towards John worried voice and saw Masako on the ground gasping for air. I ran over to them quickly with Naru and Lin. "what going on?" came Naru's voice from next to me. Ayako looked up and said "I don't know all of a sudden Masako just fell down like this gasping for air. " When I touched Masako's shoulder I could hear a voice laughing in my ear. My insticts were telling me that who ever was laughing was harming Masako in some way. I got scared I didn't know what to do I knew Masako would die if she was left like this.

"Calm down Mai."

That voice again I have been hearing in my dreams it sounds so familiar but I can't figure it out. "What do you want now Masako is in trouble."

"I know Mai but listen to me carefully since your one day way from your birthday you will be able to use a little bit of your power but only the defensive and protection portion of your power. Now keep in mind this is not the full extent of your power or it would kill you to use your full potential of your powers."

"ok but I don't understand how this is going to help Masako" I spoke to the voice in my head not wanting the others to look at me weird.

"ok Mai as I told you before water is yours to command. Focus water is all around you in the air under the ground there is no limit to your resources." Now close your eyes imagine what the individual water molecules in the air look like in your head."

I did as the voice said and started feeling my body tingle all over.

"Good job Mai now touch Masako shoulder and imagine those water molecules wrap around Masako into an invisible shield that only you can see."

I did as the voice asked and watched as literally the water in the air grouped together and wrapped around Masako. When the water like shield structure was done a dark figure was pushed out and shot back towards the house. I kept the shield I had made stay around Masako as she stood up looking much better.

"excellent Mai what you just did was a protection spell without words more powerful than any shield that Lin can do with those shiki's of his. Listen normally you would be tired just doing this if you were a normal human but Mai I believe you have noticed you are not normal."

I stood up and followed everyone else to the house as I listened to the voice talk. While I nodded my head in the words the voice was saying.

"I cannot tell you what you are for you already know you have just simply forgotten. As I have said before your power will teach you what you need to know. I will warn you now Mai the thing in this house will want your power and your friends' psychic powers."

I paused in my step not because we had reached the door and the owner Yamada-san had just opened the door to let us in. No it was what the voice in my head told me.

"What do you mean will it try to steal our powers in some way?"

" Yes, Mai exactly but the only way to take the power away is to kill and absorb the power within the soul for everyone and your powers cannot be simply willed away no you have become aware and know how to use them which separates you from the rest of the human who have forgotten their inner powers." I suggest Mai you make a shield like you did for Masako for everyone when you all sit down in base."

I agreed to this if my friends were in danger I need to protect them. So with new determination realizing I will be of some use for once on a case set forward into the house.

Naru's Pov:

When I saw Masako on the ground I assumed the worse but after five minutes she calmed down and seemed to be fine. I decided to wait and question her on what happened. I ordered everyone after Masako stood up to start heading for the house. As we were walking I realized that Mai was unusually quiet for some reason she was walking but she didn't seem to be completely all there. I decided then to watch Mai a little more closely something wasn't right I gave Lin a look and then looked back at Mai. He nodded letting me know he would watch as well. When we reached the door I rang the door bell and almost immediately the owner who I spoke on the phone with the other day Yamada-san opened the door. He looked haggard and about ready to drop dead no pun intended. He welcomed us and then led us all into the house.

Mai pov:

Once the voice was gone I realized we were walking into the house the house on the inside was even worse. The walls were warped and darkness seemed to be leaking out of everywhere. Yamada-san took us up a set of stairs into a room.

"Here is the room you requested for your base and the bedrooms are the doors right next to it. Thank you so much for taking my case I haven't been able to get a wink of sleep for months."

After he showed us around he seemed to practically run back down the stairs and out of the house. I looked at Naru suspiciously.

"I told him it would be best to leave the house and we would call him when we have finished."

We all nodded at that explanation. Then Naru had to go be is bossy jerky self again.

"Now I am sure all of you can feel the dark energy in this house so I want everyone to be extra careful on this case."

As he said this he looked right at me. I sighed knowing I was usually the one to get hurt on cases. As Naru started giving out orders I focused on making a shield for everyone. Naru did say to be extra careful didn't he.

"And Mai…." I looked up at Naru after I had just finished making the last shield which happened to be his.

I know I know tea.

"You're getting smarter Mai" Naru said.

I glared at Naru but quickly looked away his blue eyes usually disarmed me from whatever I was thinking and make it impossible to stay mad at him. I walked over to the kitchen like area apparently Naru had expressed his like for tea for there was a portable stove and everything in the base as well. When I was done I brought the tea over to Naru and set up the monitors while he gave the others directions on where to put the cameras. Just when they were finished Masako and Ayako ran in screaming from their walk through.

"What happened? Naru asked with his signature cold voice.

Masako spoke for the both of them, " one of the rooms it was normal and fine but then all of a sudden blood started dripping down the walls the temperature lowered and a figure appeared it reached out towards us but was thrown back wards by some force, which seemed to make it angry it tired to attack us again. It tired but before it could the temperature started rising the ghostly figure looked confused like it wasn't the one doing this then its eyes widened and it seemed to be forcibly pushed from the room."

My eyes went wide I know that the first time they were protected because of my shield but the second about the temperature there is no way that was because of me. Could it?

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Once Ayako and Masako calmed down I went and got them some tea. Bou-san and the others had come back setting up the cameras as soon as I handed them their tea. So I went back and poured some more for the others. We had all just settled down when Naru started speaking.

"Ms. Hara earlier before we entered the house, can you tell me what happened then?" Naru said, looking at Masako like he really didn't care what she had to say as long as it helped the investigation. Masako took a deep breath and nodded and gave Naru a flirtatious smile.

"Certainly Kazuya, When I got out of the car I felt a dark presence and it seemed to be entering my body. All of a sudden I heard someone laughing in my head saying your power will be mine. It seemed to be literally tearing me apart from the inside out, but then a warm feeling surrounded me and whatever was in my body was forced out. I believe there are two different forces warring against each other. One wants to protect us and the other wants to hurt and take our power away."

Everyone gasped at what Masako had said except Lin and Naru they seemed to be calm about the situation. I of course acted surprised to not seem suspicious for I already knew the information Masako had told us. I looked over at Naru and he had a thoughtful expression on his face. Then he looked up at John and Bou-san.

" Takigawa and John I want you two to walk throughout the house and see if you can feel anything also put a camera in the room Ms. Hara and Ms. Matsuzaki came from."They both nodded and went off while everyone else stayed in base.

"Yasuhara I want you to research everything you can about this house and its property as well Naru said."

Yasu nodded and opened up a laptop and got to work; that left Masako, Ayako, and me alone with nothing to do. I sighed I didn't want to speak with Masako because she would just start being a bitch to me about being useful and Ayako looked to be in her own world. So I laid down and closed my eyes, eventually I feel asleep.

"Mai open your eyes"

I did as the voice asked me, it's the same voice I hear even when I'm awake. I looked around and wondered what I was supposed to be looking at. "So what did you want?" I asked.

"Wait a minute Mai you will see."

Eventually the darkness fell away to reveal a room a dark creepy room that smelled of blood. I gagged, what is this room? Looking around I saw something huddled in a corner I got closer and immediately backed up. A man was chained up against the wall. He looked up and had glowing red eyes. The voice came again as I was staring at him he wasn't bad looking he was actually as hot as Naru if not more.

"Careful Mai he cannot see you but that does not mean he isn't dangerous. He is not human he is what you would call a demon."

A demon the voice had to be kidding. I was once face to face with a demon in the Urado case. Naru had told us there is no way to defeat a Demon we don't have the power.

"Your right demons are hard to kill, but this is not like Urado who turned himself into a demon. No, this man was born a demon with demon parents and all. They are the world’s worst predators. They look like humans even worse they use beauty to draw in women or men if it is a demoness."

“So you're telling me that the darkness inside this house is this demon whom might I add is chained to a wall?”

"Sigh, yes it is unfortunate he has been chained. You see this demon was not always bad there are demons out there that protect human and don't wish them harm. He was once that sort of demon but was betrayed by the humans who he helped. They wanted power but he refused to give it to them. So they chained him and his power to the house."

“Whoa so what are we supposed to do you said he was once good is there a way to return him back to the way he was.”

"Unfortunately no, he has to be contained he has tasted what it feels like to kill human in cold blood. He wants everyone's powers so he can break the chains binding him."

“Contain? What does that mean you can contain a demon?”

"Yep do not worry, you are the only one with the power to do so again all in good time you will be taught on how to use this power. I have to go now Mai wake up."

“No wait how am I supposed to not worry.”

“Wait!” I sat up looking around realizing I was awake. Naru Bou-san, and John were back already and the whole team was staring at me.

"Who are you asking to wait Mai?" John asked me with concern in his voice.

“No one just dreams from my past, don't worry about it.”

Everyone seemed to buy it and went back to what they were doing. I sighed, thinking about how the voice said only I could take care of this demon. Knowing thinking about it wasn't helping I decided to see what time it was. I looked up at the clock and it read 12:00pm. My birthday will be in 24hrs; I guess that is when all my questions will be answered.

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Naru had us working until one in the morning. His excuse was this case is different from all the rest and we can't afford to miss anything because you want to slack off. Shaking my head to wake myself up a little I opened my bag and pulled out my tank top and shorts. I quickly dressed and hopped into bed knowing tomorrow is going to be a busy day. with a demon in the house and all.

I woke up around nine that morning happy since I didn't have any dreams that night. I took a shower and got dressed. Getting out my jeans with a white shirt with a blue vest. Next I out on my black chocker with a peace sign on, my three bracelets one with a peace sign the other I got from Tiffany's a gift from my father when he was still alive, and the other was a blue bracelet. As I was about to walk out the door I felt a tug in the back of my mind. I looked around the room and my eyes landed on blue box.

Walking over to the bed the box had the element symbol of water engraved on it and the ocean in the background. Curiosity got the best of me and I opened it. Inside were three rings each with a different design. One as blue as the ocean but with tiny little sparkles in it to make it shine, the other one had the symbol for water wrapped around it, and the last one was the color of the sky. Also there was a letter laying on top "Dear Mai happy birthday wear these rings one that looks like the ocean goes on your right ring finger the water symbol ring goes on your Index finger, and the last one the one that looks like the sky goes on your left ring finger. Please wear them they will be a great use to you."

The letter didn't say whom it was from but I had a feeling I should do as it asked me to, so I put the rings on in the order the letter asked. After I was done I put the box in my bag and walked out. When I walked in Naru was already there he didn't look like he even went to sleep last night. He still had the same black clothes on, but then again he most likely just changed. Looking at his face he looked irritated so I decided make him tea before I talked to him. As I was making the tea the other team members walked in.

"Hey Naru-bou did we have any activate last night?" Bou-san asked.

Naru just glared at him and turned back to watching the monitors. Everyone shrank back from his glare of death, all except Yasu who had a smirk on his face. He walked up to Naru and dropped some papers in front of him. Naru looked up at him with a glare but Yasu kept on smirking.

"Hey boss this is the information you wanted on the house."

Naru glare disappeared and nodded. "Good tell me about it Yasu."

"Well boss it's not pretty. Apparently the family who lived here 5 years ago had a curse placed on the family from past generations. They were all fated to die before their 40th birthday. The father of the family learned of the curse and wanted to protect his family and do something about it. He met a strange man who told him he could cancel the curse and protect his family. For a year the man lived in the house everyone who saw him said he looked like a god and didn't believe he was real. When the fathers 41st birthday came around the family was over joyed and thanked the man. Witnesses say that when the god-like creature tried to leave the family went crazy and none of them were seen again even the god-like man had disappeared. For years now every time a new family moved in a family member would die a mysterious death. Doctors say there is nothing wrong with the bodies on the outside or the inside. The last person to move was Yamada-san before that five people have died in this house. "

Naru nodded "that just mean either the family or this mysterious man is haunting this house." Naru said.

I already knew who was haunting this house it was the demon or the god-like creature that he was called in the information. Which makes me wonder how Yasu got such information, I decided it's better not to know and looked at the clock. I gasped I had five minutes till twelve. When I had gasped everyone looked at me.

"What is it Mai?" asked Ayako.

“My birthday.”  I answered her. I stood up and walked out of the room into the girl's bedroom I had a feeling I needed to be alone when the clock struck twelve. I walked over to my bed and sat down. I looked at my watch and saw it was ten seconds till twelve. I counted down in my head and the second it turned twelve I blacked out.

“Sister where are you?”

 “I am out here Mai.”

 I opened my eyes to see a miniature me running outside to a girl the little me called sister. She picked little Mai up and they walked over to the pond.

“Sister will you make me a flower?”

The girl laughed and nodded. She put her hand over the water and the water rose up into her hand. Little Mai clapped

“Yay flower.”

 The girl opened her hand and revealed a blue rose. My eyes widened how did she do that? The little me reached up and took the flower from her and ran back into the house showing her parents. The scene changed once again to show the girl with little me inside making dinner. I watched the knife that was about to fall and hit little me. The girl looked up her eyes widened she ran over and caught the knife in her bare hand. Little me started crying seeing the blood dripping from her hand. The girl simply smiled opened her hand and showed her the wound. Little Mai watched as the blood returned into the wound and sealed close. The girl ruffled little Mai's hair and continued to make dinner.

Once again the scene changed and I noticed the differences this was just after my dad's funeral.

“Sister” little Mai said can you take me flying?” The girl nodded and picked Mai up she jumped and rose into the sky.

"Sister do you think daddy is up there somewhere.”

The girl nodded but then her head turned sharply to the right a dark expression appeared on her face. All of a sudden I was in the place of the little girl and I felt the arms around me loosen and I was falling towards the ground. The scene cracked and memories from my past flew by me as I feel. I started screaming and closed my eyes. I waited for the impact with the ground but it never came. Arms wrapped around me and stopped me from falling.

"I'm sorry Mai open your eyes it's ok now."

I opened my eyes and I saw the girl from my memories.

"Sister?"

"Yes, Mai it is me."

" Wait you're the one who has been talking to me these past few days."

“Please can you explain what going on? What is your name? What am I? What is this power that I have?"

"Calm down Mai, first tell me what you remember."

I nodded and took a deep breath closing my eyes and then opened them and began recounting everything I remember.

"I remember you I just can't remember what your name is. You used to tell me stories about magical creatures that could control the elements just like you can I believe you called them Guardians."

"That's right Mai the stories I told you about the Guardian's is all true you are one of them my precious little sister. Princess Mai Guardian of water."

I looked at her like she was crazy, but when she said my name like that I felt this strange feeling course through me. I watched as water appeared out of nowhere and surrounded me.

"What is going on what did you do?"

"The seal I placed on you has been broken."

"What do you mean seal I thought I gained this power when I turned seventeen? I am so confused."

" No, Mai you have had this power since you were little I sealed it away until you got older. If you had tried to use it as a child it would have destroyed you."

"That's right Master the Princess is right."

" What was that? Who said that?"

" I did Master."

The water surrounding my body moved away and reformed into the shape of a woman. My eyes went wide. "Are you my power?" The women nodded then preceded to explain.

"That's right Master I am your power call me Mizu, I will be training you whenever you go to sleep or when you need a certain part of your power to protect yourself. You will understand one day at a time, that way you will not be over loaded. I hope that the princess will also help with the training."

My sister nodded at what Mizu.

"Wait, The princess what are you talking about."

"I am the leader or should I say The Princess of the Guardians you Mai are the 5th leader but don't be mistaken you have if not close to the power I have. I placed you as the 5th to protect you for I do not want others to know that you are just as powerful as I am."

" I see can I ask you something though."

" Of course little sister what is it?"

"What is your name I don't understand why I can't remember it." My sister smiled at me and patted my head.

"My name is Nina, the reason you cannot remember is because names have power among the Guardians. It is a summoning tool of sorts. If you were to remember my name accidently called my name out I would have felt you call for me and would have been at your side immediately. You see Mai you could not see me again until your 17th birthday or your power would have tried to break free from the binds I had placed them in."

"Oh so you did it to protect me."

"Yes, as I'm sure you remember Demons are powerful but Guardians are even more so. There are Demons out there who wish for our death. Guardians are here to protect humans from Demons as we have done in the past, but slowly the human forgot about us over time and few remember that Demons truly existed now they are just legends."

I wanted to ask more about Demons and Guardians but she shook her head and told me it is time to wake.

The darkness slowly dissolved and I opened my eyes to see Ayako hovering over me.

"Mai are you alright you have been in here for two hours Naru wants tea."

"I am fine Ayako I was just a little tired.

I got up and followed Ayako out the door but not before I heard.

"All will be revealed in time Master trust Princess Nina and I your power to protect and guide you."

I simply nodded my head; I closed my eyes and took a deep breath to relax myself once I let it out I went to go make his royal majesty Naru his tea.

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Hey everyone I'm sorry I have had writers block for the past couple of days but I'm friend finally had enough and told me to start writing. Apparently that's all I needed to get the story back.

I walked into base and went straight to making Naru's tea. The whole time I could feel a cold glare on my back. Once the kettle whistled I quickly poured the tea into a cup and brought it over to Naru.

" For someone that hot he sure has a bad attitude."

I laughed, along with Mizu, yes his looks are deceiving, every girl that has seen him instantly throws herself at him, but when he gives them a cold stare and opens his mouth. Most of the girls give up on him.

" you haven't though you love that side of him."

What? No you’re ridiculous Mizu who would like that narcissist.

"Of course Master how silly of me."

I put the cup down in front of Naru and looked at his face and waited even though I knew he was mad I still wanted a thank you.

"I know I'm good looking Mai but please refrain from staring at me."

"Ugh you jerk I was waiting for a thank you."

"How many times must I say this Mai bringing me tea is your job, I don't need to thank you for working"

I glared at Naru but unfortunately Naru's glares are a lot scarier so I turned away and sat on the coach.

"So Naru what do you think? Masako says there is only one spirit in this house yet the occurrences here seem to suggest otherwise". Asked Bou- San.

"I agree each one of you has said a poltergeist has shown up in front of you and tried to attack but is repelled and the second time the temperature rises and the ghost is forced out of the room."

I listened to all this with half an ear since I already knew what was happening in this house. While everyone was discussing the situation Mizu spoke to me again.

"Master your sister can not keep protecting your friends from the demon forever. In two days the demon will gain enough power to take on his true form and attack."

“Why in two days?”

"It is the day when the seal placed on him is the weakest. If you wish to take him out your going to have to train and learn the abilities you need to rid the house of him."

“Ok but how am I going to learn all this stuff in two days.”

“Oh don't worry about that I will take care of that.”

I was about to ask Mizu how she plans to do this but Naru's voice cut in making me tune back into the conversation.

"Mai have you had any dreams since we have been here."

I looked at Naru; I didn't know what to do tell them the truth or lie.

" It’s alright Mai you may tell them what you have seen" I heard my sister say in my head.

I took a deep breath and said, “yes I have.”

Everyone turned to me then. Naru stared at me and said, "How many times must I tell you Mai to mention when you have a dream”.

I sorry Naru the dreams was so creepy I didn't wish to talk about them.

"Well you're talking about them now Mai, Naru said in a cold voice".

I nodded and started to tell the dreams about the demon. The only thing I have seen in my dreams is man that is beautiful and chained to the wall. The only thing that scares me about him is that his eyes are red and has a dark aura around him. I think he is a demon for he gives me the same feeling as the demon in the Urado case. After I told them everyone was looking at me with a questioning look. Well except Lin and Naru.

"Mai how can you be so sure what you saw is a demon? Ayako asked.

"Look Ayako I know it's crazy but my intuition is telling me that's what he is and to stay clear of him. I also have had another dream showing me that he will be at his most powerful in two days."

I left out the other dreams about my sister and my powers since that was more personal.

Naru looked up from the black notebook he was writing in and asked.

"Is that everything Mai?"
He gave me the look “of I know your hiding something so just go ahead and tell us.” But I told him no that's everything. Looking at my watch I saw that is was almost dinner time. So I decided I should go and make dinner.

"Where are you going Mai" Yasuhara asked me from behind his laptop he was researching on.

I'm going to go make dinner does anyone want anything specific.

Masako stood up then and said "I will come with you who know what might happen to the food if you don't have someone I watch you."

I instantly started fuming after she had said that but on the outside I had a smile on my face and nodded my head in acceptance. We both walked down to the kitchen and I started pulling ingredients for making pizza that my sister taught me. Masako watched me get everything ready instead if helping me. As soon I had everything in the oven I leaned against the counter and waited.

"Mai where did you learn to make Pizza? Masako asked me.

I looked up at her and said oh a good friend of mine taught it to me when I was little.

The timer went off about ten minutes later. I learned why Masako doesn't mind riding in the car with Naru and Lin she is just as silent as they are.

Sighing I took the food out handed Masako some plates and silverware and walked back to base. When we got back I puttee food on the table and told everyone dinner was ready.

“Yay Pizza!” Yasu yelled and quickly grabbed a slice.

The whole team began to eat everyone said it was good even Naru said so. After dinner we decided that was enough for the night and got ready for bed. After getting out of the shower I laid down on my bed. Well I guess I will find out more about my power. With those thoughts I closed my eyes and fell asleep.

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Opening my eyes I found myself in a large open field. Looking around I noticed the field stretched on for miles there didn't seem to be on end.

"Welcome Mai"

I turned around and saw a girl standing there. She didn't look to be any older than I was; she has dark brown hair that reached just past her shoulder blades. Her skin was the same skin tone as mine but her muscles were more defined. Her outfit was a little weird though. She had on a blue top that reached to her navel, and skirt which was also blue was about 8 inches from her kneecap. Her shoes which were also blue were heels and the straps wrapped around her legs. Her eyes were like the ocean in a raging storm and as blue as the sky. I didn't know how that was possible but they were. Her hair also had blue highlights running through it. This girl obviously liked blue because her nails were the same color. I looked a little closer and noticed she has the same jewelry as me. The same rings, bracelets even the same necklace, choker, and earrings. After starring at her for about two minutes, I realized I looked stupid just standing there so I responded to her welcome earlier with the question I had on my mind.

"Who are you?" the girl smiled and replied.

"It's me master I am Mizu."

"Ahh I see you're the one who has been talking to me."

"Wait!" I screamed you have a physical form.

After I had said that Mizu instantly started laughing.

"Ha-ha, master yes I do I'm sorry I should have showed myself to you the first time we met."

Getting embarrassed I shook my head. "No its fine it was just a shock, so anyway Water what are we doing here."

"Oh this is where you will be training."

"I see so what are we going to do first? I asked."

"First we will start with the basic hand-to-hand combat, and then move on to your control over your element and finally how to release your power seals.

"Power seals what do you mean?"

"Master, do you see the rings and jewelry I wear."

I nodded my head yes, "they are the exact same as mine."

"Yes, each piece of jewelry serves as a limiter, or seal. They restrict your power so everyday humans will not feel the pressure of your power, also Demons and psychics, cannot feel it. Anyway the rings are your main limiters. The one on your index finger will be the one you will use the most."

"Ok, so you said the rings are the main ones but why so many limiters?"

"Excellent question master, you see each one limits your power but can only seal 50% of your power…

"Wait, wait you said 50% but that means I would only need two rings right."

"Right you are, if you were a normal human who remembers the protection the elements give them. You see as you said you would only need two, but you Mai have a power level of 450%. There for you need 9 limiters."

When Mizu was done explaining I sat down holding my head, how can I have so much power? Mizu walked over and hugged me.

"Don't be scared it is because you are a Water Guardian. Water Guardians are the most powerful Guardians; they rule over the other Guardian's. You sister in fact is the 1st leader of the Guardians; she is the most powerful among them.

I looked up at water with surprise.

"Seriously so what does that make me?"

"You are the 5th leader, there is more to being a Guardian but I will not explain how we must get started."

I nodded and stood up and for the first time I noticed I was in my workout clothes.

"Ok master let's get started I only have two days to unlock your full potential."

Without warning Mizu began to attack me. I dodged as best I could but Mizu was too strong I was literally being pounded into the ground. I was disgusted with myself I apparently have all this power yet I couldn't even use it.

"Pfft, pitiful master I see you wish for all your friends to die at the hands of the Demon. Naru will be tortured, the Demon will play with him until he can't even fight back and then steal his power from him."

As Mizu spoke I could see the images of my friends in pain and crying for help and all I could do is stand there and watch.

"NO I won't let that happen."

With my declaration, everything seemed to slow down Mizu wasn't as fast as she was before I saw her punch coming. I caught her hand before it hit my face. My body seemed to move and flow on its own from there and I went on the offensive. I felt like hours had passed when Mizu held up her hand for a break. I fell and laid on my back catching my breath.

"I'm tired how long have we been at this?"

"About four hours."

I shot up and stared at Mizu "you have got to be kidding FOUR HOURS!"

"No, time flows differently here than in the waking world. What you're doing now is sleep learning. You will find when you wake up everything you experienced will be felt and what you have learned will have been ingrained into you."

"Wow that's pretty cool so how much time has truly passed."

"Hmm I would say about four minutes, but that isn't important you won't be able to move on until you can beat me."

I smiled I had finally gotten a hang of how to fight feeling that I had rested enough. I began attacking Mizu once again. As this continued I realized that I was becoming faster and stronger. Eventually I saw my opportunity I dodged Mizu’s punch, I quickly grabbed her arm and flipped her to the ground. I placed one hand on her stomach and raised my hand to punch her.

"Stop! That was great master we can finally move on to the next step."

Mai moved away from Mizu and let her up.

"Ok so now I learn how to control my element better."

"Yep so let's get to work. Sit down and relax."

I did as Mizu said and sat down and took deep breaths until I relaxed. "Good next close your eyes and focus on your source of power and let it flow throughout your body."

Doing everything Mizu said I was about to give up after ten minutes when I felt a tingling in the pit of my stomach. Focusing on that feeling I felt a surge of power rush throughout my body. I opened my eyes to see streams of water flowing around me.

"Excellent Mai, you will not need me for this part your power will teach you."

Closing my eyes again I saw two figures standing there, one a boy and the other a girl. The girl looked exactly like Mizu except her hair was to her waist and the tube top came down to just below her breast and the skirt was now a mini skirt. The boy was wearing all blue as well. He had on jeans and shirt, as well as blue highlight and blue eyes. He also didn't have jewelry on. The girl started speaking a few seconds later.

"Welcome Mai, my name is sapphire and this is my partner his name is Saphire."

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I blinked a few times at Sapphire's statement. "So your partners then, what are you guys to me if you two are already partners."

Sapphire hit her head with her hand and said "I have been watching you grow up but I never thought that Naru's statements of you being an idiot were true."

"Hey I'm not an idiot I have just been through a lot today yeah that's it a lot has been going on and its hard for me to understand everything that is thrown at me."

" Oh really my apologize then I never thought that the younger sister of Princess Nina was so incompetent no wonder she hid you from the world I would to if I had a sister like you."

"You take that back my sister loved me she hid me away to protect me she told me so herself" I told Sapphire.

" Oh really I think she also said she would train you on how to use your power when you were little but she never kept that promise did she, she sealed it away with your memories of her".

"SHUT UP SHUT UP, you are wrong just shut up sapphire". My eyes were shut tight as I yelled at her, so I didn't see streams of water surround me and shoot towards her and wrap around her body forcing her into a submissive pose.

"Master I believe Sapphire has learned her lesson."

I snapped my eyes open when I heard Saphire's voice for the first time, then I immediately looked over at Sapphire who was on her knees with her head bowed. "Oh my I didn't mean to what do I do" I started panicking only making the water bonds around her tighter. Saphire though was clam he walked up behind me and held me from behind.

"Be calm Mai you are the Master here not water take a deep breath then tell it to back off."

I nodded my head and did just that, and to my amazement water unwrapped from Sapphire and returned to me.

"How did I do that and how do I learn to control it I don't want to accidently hurt people like I almost did."

" Oh Mai I'm sorry, I provoked you on purpose to see how much power you truly had and it seems Nina was right you are the 5th leader." Sapphire said

"What does that even mean Water had said that as well speaking of which were she, she was right here a moment ago."

" He-He Master I am always with you remember, my name is Water meaning I am the water itself the power you control.

"NO way."

"Yes way, now Mai please pay attention this is the second most important part of your power so listen closely."

"Yeah, yeah ok mom."

"Chuckle, Water is right on this one Mai now let me explain what it means to be the 5th leader of the Guardians and this is a secret among the Guardians not even the Demons know this. Now there are 2 different groups of Guardians the "Leaders" and the "Commanders". One of the Leaders you already know it is your Sister Princess Nina 1st leader of the Guardians she has command over all the leaders and the commanders.

"Wait so does that mean the Commanders are lower rank thank the leaders?" I asked.

"Yes Mai, they are now let me finish. There are only four Leaders and eight Commanders. Your sister has four of the Commanders as her royal body Guards or as I like to call them as her loyal friends. I'm sure going to ask me what their names are and what they can do but I can only tell you the elements they control. Nina's 1st in command control the element Wind, 2nd controls fire, 3rd earth, and 4th lighting, and the commands are in rank of power. Except the 4th command is special just as 5th leader is special, let me tell you why. There is no such thing as the 5th leader of the Guardians. There is only four and there was only ever four. When Demons hear the 5th leader of the Guardians they think well since he/she is the lowest rank among the Guardians they will be the easiest to kill. Well let me tell you Mai you have just as much power if not the same amount as your sister. The 5th position is only there because it's not possible for there to be two 1st leaders of the Guardians.

"Wow so my sister and I have almost the same amount of power and strength, so will I ever be able to meet the other water Guardians and the Commanders of the Guardians?"

"Yes Mai eventually you will but today for now let's focus on your power oh but let me finish my explanation on the 4th commander of the Guardians. The 4th commander is special for almost the same reason as the 5th Leader except there a two differences , one there is a rank of 4th commander and two it is to protect the ones who are in 4th command because truthfully they have just as much power as water Guardian actually let me rephrase they have the just as much power as you and your sister. So the 4th command is more protection from Demons finding out just how much power they truly have.

"Oh I see, thank you for explaining all that to me Saphire."

"No problem Mai anytime."

"If you're done babying her Saphire, I would like to get to training her now."

"Yes I'm done continue Sapphire."

"Right then Mai first you need to learn to control that power of your before you joke someone like you almost did me. So you have seen the ocean you know how the waves flow well that's how your power is right now you need to make it calm and still like a river. Got it"

I nodded my head, noticing the complete personality differences between Sapphire and Saphire right away and I knew I would come to Saphire for help more often after all this was over. I started to imagine my power as Sapphire told a calm river as the image began to form in my head I felt a significant change in my body. I felt more powerful than ever before, my senses were sharpened I could feel both Sapphire and Sapphire presences while my eyes were closed. My muscles seemed to be stronger as well all of a sudden I had lots of energy with no outlet and I didn't know what to do. Then I felt the need to block an incoming attack from my left. I snapped my eyes open and block the kick that was coming for my ribs.

"I'm sure you feel energetic Mai so how about a little spare with your power finally balanced."

I swiftly dropped to the floor and kicked Sapphire legs out from under her but she landed on her hand and back flipped back onto her feet.

"I will take that as a yes."

We continued on like that with her attacking and I dodging and quickly countering with my own attack. This went on and on and on until water slammed into my stomach and sent me flying backwards. I turned my head left and right until my eyes landed on Saphire whose hand was raised with water circling around it.

"I believe we know Mai can fight Sapphire but we need to draw out the defensive and protective nature of her power this won't due."

"Yes, your right double team her then?"

Saphire nodded his head and they both started attacking me together. It was like with water all over again I was getting beaten up I could dodge Sapphire's attacks but I would get hit with an attack from Saphire and vice versa I couldn't dodge them both. It was hell eventually they both attacked at the same time I had no time to dodge I was going to be killed. I squeezed my eyes shut and waited for it to happen.

"Open your eyes Mai, you're not dead so just open them."

I did as the voice said and I saw a wall of water holding Sapphire and Saphire back.

" waa am I doing this?"

" Yep, this is all you and more, time for you to kick their asses for trying to hurt you. Ready?"

"Ready as ill ever be"

" Ok here is the cool part that no one told you, you already know how to use your power, it has been ingrained into since you were born. Don't be alarmed in just a few seconds you're going to see flashes of images but those images how to use your power what it can do and everything you have ever needed to know so far."

Just as the voice said images started flashing though my mind and when they all ended I couldn't help but smile. I raised my hand and opened my palm towards the water, the water rushed forward and wrapped around Sapphire and Saphire, and I slowly closed my fist and the water got tighter and tighter around them until they finally begged me to stop. I let them both go and stood over them. Well how was that?

"Excellent Mai now let us show you our true forms."

"True forms what do you mean?"

They both just smiled and took my hand their bodies started glowing eventually it got so bright that I had to close them. When I opened them again two blue swords were in my hand on in the left and the other in my right. I looked around for Sapphire and Saphire seeing were they went maybe thinking their true forms was water itself I waited to see if like people entirely made of water walked up but they never did instead the swords talked.

"Mai stop that we are Sapphire and Saphire the swords your holding our true form is swords we are part of your power in this way. Sapphire as your right hand you're fighting hand I Saphire am your defensive and healing I can fight just as well as Sapphire but I don't need to often.

"That is so awesome so you can take a human for as well but where am I going to keep you both."

After I said that they started absorbing themselves into my skin surprisingly it wasn't uncomfortable at all just interesting to watch. When they were fully absorbed the scene changed back into the field I was standing in when I met Water in her human form. Speak of the devil Water was standing right in front of me.

"That's enough training you will learn the last few things tomorrow sleep well Master."

I felt the tug of the waking world coming back and I opened my eyes my room. I looked at the clock and it only said 11:00 I had gone to bed at 10 meaning I had spent about 360 hours in there. Quickly I set the alarm and turned over a shot of pain went through my body with just those simple movements, the proof that I had not dreamed all of everything I had up. Turning over with caution I went back to sleep this time with no interruptions.

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Damn it all that girl and her group every time I try to kill them and take their power the girl gets in the way or some force pushed me out. I'm tired of it all but no matter one more day and I will have enough power to overpower the protection spell around the group. Except that girl her power was low when she entered this house but it kept rising as time went on, but all of a sudden I couldn't feel it anymore, I can't tell if that is a good thing or not. Never mind I will get the power to set myself free eventually no matter how powerful that girl becomes.

"Mai wake up Mai some activity has happened while we were sleeping"

"Ahh don't touch me Ayako!"

"What did I do I'm sorry geez just get up and come to base."

Oh man that hurt I feel kind of bad for yelling at Ayako she didn't know, but it hurts so much I don't think I will be able to get out of bed.

"Um Master why don't you just use the healing properties in your power?"

"Hmm yes that's a good idea Saphire lets do that."

I sat up with a lot of effort when I finally got in a comfortable position I clapped my hand together and pulled my left hand away. Out of my hand came Saphire I pulled the sword out and then laid it on the bed.

"What do I do now Saphire?"

"Pick me up then with the blade side down drop me toward the floor."

"Ok" I thought this was a little stupid but so many impossible things have happened recently I thought I would just give it a try. So I help Saphire over the bed and dropped him towards the floor. Before the sword even hit the ground it began to glow and Saphire appeared after the glow died down.

" Alright then let's get you healed up eventually your body will heal on its own but it hasn't quite adjusted with your power just yet so it will take some time. Oh and in battle you can do the same thing with Sapphire to release her from her true form if you ever need her physically there instead of in sword form. Anyway let get you healed up."

Saphire hands started glowing blue and he moved them over my body never touching me just hovering and wherever they went the pain disappeared.

"Thank you Saphire"

"Oh it's no problem I will do anything you wish of me master."

I blushed, Naru might be hot but Saphire can put him in a run for his money.

"AHH HELP"

That was masako's voice, oh no I can sense the demon in the base and his presence is stronger than ever before.

"Hurry master your protection spell has helped your friends but they have all been knocked unconscious."

Looking over at Saphire I noticed his eyes had a faraway look, filing that away for later I jumped out of bed grasped Saphire hand, he instantly went back to his sword form. I put him back in my body and ran out the door. I turned the corner and threw open the door to see that the Demons body was almost solid and standing over Naru's knocked out form.

"No you will not touch him"

I gathered water in my hand like a ball and shot it towards the Demon.

"Master that attack is called Water blaster knowing the name of the attack makes it easier for you to control."

"Hm ok thank you Water." Quickly I ran across the room towards the Demon and grabbed him around the neck and pulled him into the air above my head. I knew I was stronger but I didn't think I was super strong and I can touch the Demon which was also surprising.

"So, you are a Guardian no wonder you have been thwarting my plans at every corner." The demon said.

"Shut up if you ever try killing my friends again I will kill you."

" Ha, as if a child like you can defeat me once I am at full power we will see who the victor is won't we, Guardian."

Damn this Demon I slammed him into the wall and watched as he dissolved.

"Mai"

I turned around quickly to see who was unconscious I hadn't noticed I thought everyone had been knock out but I should have know that he wouldn't have let something like that knock him out.

"Lin-san are you alright?"

"I am fine Mai but that power and strength you just showed earlier was..."

"Lin please I can't tell you will you keep this a secret from the others I don't want them to know about this just yet I want them to believe I'm still the weak little Mai they know."

" That's not what I was going to say Mai but yes I will keep this a secret, but you see my family remembers the Guardians the story of them has been past down from generation to generation. Stories of warriors who protected humans from Demons, so no worries I already know."

I stared at Lin "thank you, I see this makes it easier for me then will you help me since you understand."

"Yes Mai" I have come to see as a daughter or a sister over the past two years we have been working together I have just recently started calling you Mai and not Taniyama if you hadn't notice.

I smiled then I will start calling you Lin.

"That will be fine Mai now why don't we help everyone."

"Oh right"

Once we laid everyone out on the floor I put my hands over them water rushed forward and covered their wounds and sealed them closed and checked for any internal damage just in case. Once that was done Lin and I sat down and pretended like we were working on cleaning up the mess. I snapped my fingers and said awaken.

"Ugh what happened?" Monk asked

"Are you alright Monk I was in my room when I heard everyone scream but when I got here the Demon had retreated for some reason."

"Yeah I'm fine everyone else."

"We are ok"

"Mai since you saw this Demon tell me exactly what you saw up until it disappeared." Naru ordered

" Well Naru actually I couldn't see it because it was disappearing as I opening the door, so it was more like a glimpse and everyone was knocked out on the floor well except Lin who helped me take care of you guys."

Naru's eyes narrowed when Mai said Lin's name but quickly recovered and his mask returned.

"I see well we will just have to see what the camera's picked up then."

Damn the camera, I looked over at Lin and motioned for him to follow me.

"I'm going back to my room for a few minutes Naru, Lin is coming with me."

"Why?" Naru asked

"Naru, Mai borrowed a few books from me I am simply going to retrieve them."

"Fine then go." Naru said rather coldly

Naru pov:

What does Lin think he is doing getting close to my Mai? Wait my Mai where did that come from she isn't mine I must have hit my head in the fall. But still he has no right getting close to her and what is with them being on a first name biases now when did that happen? I don't like it Mai shouldn't get close to anyone but me because she is my assistant yeah that's right.

Mai pov:

What is with Naru asking me why I needed to go to my room? Geez that jerk I should use my powers and knock him down a few pegs but I'm sure Lin has already tried, Speaking of Lin.

"Lin thank you for coming with me I just need to ask you to make sure the video of what I did in base is completely erased after I use this spell."

"I can do that Mai just be careful I have a feeling you have only gotten this power recently or you would have used it on all of other cases."

"Your right well here it goes please check for me Lin."

I closed my eyes and whispered a few words after a min I opened my eyes and walked back to base. I was about to open the door when I felt a cold breeze then pain exploded in my back. The world started getting darker after I hit the floor.

"Master Master no don't fall asleep"

"That's Sapphire's voice what is she doing I'm so tired let me sleep Sapphire."

"Mai no don't get up please get up."

Eventually everything went black and the pain was gone along with Sapphire's voice.

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In base:

"Hey Naru-bou, don't you think it is a little weird, I Cleary remember getting hurt when the Demon thing attacked us, but now there are no wounds… now nothing," Monk said.

"I already have thought about this, and it is quite possible that Demon just wanted to hurt us mentally. So, all the wounds we received were wounds that the Demon showed to us but were not really happing." Naru answered.

"Playing mind games with us? If it truly wanted our power, why does it play around? Why not just attack as per usual with ghost and poltergeist..?" Ayako whined.

"That's just it because this isn't the normal this is a demon, and it wishes to play with its victims before he kills them. That is the kind of emotions I am feeling anyway, also a strong sense of anger and annoyance." Said Masako.

"Whatever the case, this Demon is strong, and, like with what Mai said, it appears to be getting stronger. John and Monk, I want you to start preparing for an exorcism. Lin, I want you to go get Mai and bring her back. See if she has had any dreams until now. Get going! I want this done before lunch time." Naru ordered.

"Ahh~. Slave driver, Naru…" monk whispered.

With Lin:

I walked out of base before everyone else, for some reason something was telling me I needed to get to Mai fast. Just as I was turning the corner I saw Mai on the floor passed out. I quickly ran up to her picked her up and carried her back to her room.

I laid her down on the bed carefully in case she had any injuries.

"Mai" I shook her gently but she wouldn't wake up, no matter how many times I tired.

Finally, I called forth my shikis, told them to look at Mai and tell me what is wrong with her.

Four bright lights surrounded Mai and then hovered over her body. Seeming to be inspecting it, they finally rested over the stomach area. After a few minutes, they flew back to Lin to give him the news.

When my shikis returned they told me what they had found and it was the worst possible thing they could have told me Mai was….

Mai's dream world:

"Where am I? Why is it so dark? Ah that's right… I remember, I feel asleep and Sapphire was yelling at me to wake up. But my eyes are so heavy; I think I can open them. Oh I did it."

Looking around I saw that I was in my dream world. It was still dark but had faint glow to it. I decided to wander around for awhile till I saw something glowing in the distance. I started running towards the light wandering what it could be. When I got there I wished I hadn't. My body, at least I think it was mine, was laying there with a big hole in the center. I walked closer, and yes the body was mine, but when I looked down at myself I didn't have a hole in my stomach. What was going on?

All of a sudden, I heard voices and was pushed by an unseen force above my body. I had a sort of birds-eye view of what was about to happen.

" Sapphire calm down everything will be ok Mai is strong, she won't die from this." Saphire can be heard saying.

" How can you be so calm? Our Master has a giant hole in her soul because that damn Demon was scared she would ruin his plans, so he shot her soul directly knowing the best way to kill a Guardian is to damage their soul which damages their power and body." Sapphire wailed.

I could hear them but couldn't see them, and after what sapphire said I was in shock. So… That was what the hole was about. My soul had been damaged. I looked back up when the voices got closer, and Sapphire and Saphire came into view. I could see that Sapphire was truly worried, she was crying, and she didn't look herself. They both came to the side of my body.

" I know that, Saphire, and right now we need to be calm so that we can find a way to fix this, or Mai will be in danger and eventually die from the impact of the wound done to her soul."

That didn't seem to be the best thing to say because Sapphire just started crying harder.

" I tried, I really did… I told her not to go to sleep. I begged her to let me out so I could kill the Demon for what he had done. I tried, but the stupid girl fell asleep. Now she is going to die, and Princess Nina is going to be so upset with us and I'm going to lose my Master in the process again and and…" Slap.

" Pull yourself together Sapphire! For the power of a Guardian to act in such a disgraceful manner is embarrassing. Our Master will not fall! She is stronger than you give her credit for! Now, wake up and help Saphire and us find a way to help her!" Water yelled.

I hadn't noticed Water appearance but she sure knocked some sense into Sapphire at that moment.

"Water is correct Sapphire. Nothing will be solved by crying and screaming."

"Dream Naru" I yelled.

"Opps," I quickly slapped my hand over my mouth but I noticed that it didn't matter no one could see or hear me apparently.

" I see you have come to, what do you plan to do about this anyway I'm sure you are quite aware that only another Guardian can heal this wound." Sapphire said.

She seemed to have turned back into her normal self, but I didn't know that they knew Dream Naru as well or that he knew about the Guardians. I will have to talk to him next time I see him about that.

" Yes I am quite aware but her sister will not be able to come, she is busy with some other things at the moment and she asked me to come in her place. She told me to bring this."

" Gasp!"

" Where did you get that ….. we thought it was lost that day."

"As did Nina but she found it and asked me to bring it to Mai."

I didn't see what the big deal was it was just a blue medallion looking thing. What I really wanted to know was why I couldn't hear Dream Naru's name when Water was speaking. As I was thinking over this, I saw Sapphire take the medallion out of Dream Naru's hands and walk back over to my body.

"With this her soul will repair its self and her power will be completely stabilized at maximum strength like it should be. The last seal of power that protects the heart and control the very center of a Guardians power, her Medallion. It holds her memories and everything about her. Finally, Mai's Guardian powers are complete."

I watched as Sapphire placed the Medallion directly over my heart after a few seconds it absorbed into my skin. I was wondering, with that huge speech Sapphire made, wasn't something amazing supposed to happen. I was getting ready to be disappointed, when the area around the hole in my stomach started glowing blue. My skin seemed to be regenerating at an alarming rate, and not even like 10 seconds later the huge hole was gone like it wasn't even there. There was no scar. No nothing.

All of a sudden the Dream world started disappearing, and I opened my eyes to see Lin staring at me.

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Lin's Pov:

When my Shiki's had told me that Mai's soul had been damaged I was instantly nervous upset and worried. I was confused, I had never felt this much emotion for someone other than Naru, but Naru is now 18 he can take care of himself and doesn't need me around anymore. I have come to see Mai as a little sister yes but I haven't felt this strong sense of protection before. It almost the same as when he was alive. Mai reminds me so much of him could that be the reason why. Yes, that must be it they are so similar yet different I can't help to want to protect Mai better than I protected him. As I came to this conclusion Mai started stirring.

"Mai" I called are you alright?

I paused waiting to see if she would answer she didn't but a blue light emitted from her body and flowed throughout the room. After a few seconds it settled down, I checked Mai over to see if there were any external injuries I found none. Sighing in relief I looked back at her face just in time to see her eyes open.

"Mai" glad to see you are awake are you feeling ok, I found you passed out on the floor. Do you remember anything at all? I decided to check and see how much Mai remember before questioning her.

"Yes Lin I remember everything, the Demon attacked me while I was on my way to the base. He damaged my soul but I'm fine now my power found a way to heal it. Mai decided to keep Dream Naru's involvement to herself for now until she knew more but the look on Lin's face said he wanted to know everything. Just as Lin was about to ask more the door opened to reveal Naru with a sour look on his face.

" I believe I told you, Lin, to bring Mai back to base immediately."

" I would have Naru but I found Mai asleep so I let her sleep in case she was having a useful dream, I didn't wish to interrupt. This boy was impossible I could practically hear the anger in his voice his face showed he was simply annoyed but his eyes told a different story.

Looking back I Mai I asked if she was ready to go back to base. She nodded her head so I helped her up I didn't miss the possessive look pass Naru face when I helped Mai stand up. At that moment a thought struck me. Oh, Madoka will be very interested in my idea indeed.

Mai's Pov:

Once Lin helped me stand up Naru swiftly turned around and walked back to base. I sighed and said well Lin lets hurry and catch up with his majesty. As we walked I found not all my energy had returned. I the place Sapphire placed the Medallion felt warm and pulsed with energy but with the energy I could not access. This energy was out of my reach and it was frustrating.

" Mai-san are you alright?"

Looking up I realized I was sitting on the couch in the base and John had asked me a question. When did all this happen? I need to pay more attention that is why that Demon was able to attack me so easily today.

"Mai-san?"

When I heard John's voice again it came to me that I have been inside my own minds for while now and ignoring everyone so I took a deep breath and focused once again.

"Yes, John I'm fine I was just thinking that's all.

John seemed satisfied with that answer because he smiled at me and turned back to look back at Naru. Only then did I realize Naru had been speaking to us.

" Monk, John as soon as we finish lunch I want the rooms the Demon has been seen in exorcised.

"Noo, Naru you can't do that. This Demon is strong and it grows stronger every minute the only it is possible is tomorrow at noon. "

" Oh and pray tell Mai how you know this."

" I know because I saw it in a dream the one Lin was mentioning earlier. I lied but it was the only I hoped I could get Naru to do as I said."

"Regardless of your dream I still want the rooms exorcised in case of wandering spirits of the past families the Demon has killed."

I sighed there was nothing I could do, Naru was stubborn. I felt a hand on my shoulder and looked up and see Lin look at me with a slight smile that seemed to say it's ok. I nodded my head and watched as bou-san and John made the last finishing touches. Afterward, we all went downstairs; Ayako and I made everyone quick sandwiches.

Once done we headed up to the first room on the agenda Naru insisted he needed to be in the same room. For once Lin didn't argue and let him and everyone else go. Ayako and Masako stayed in the base while the rest of us followed Naru. We got to the room and opened the door and were shocked. The room was trashed. The camera feed on the monitors was saying it looks fine.

Bou-san and John started their chants. This went on for about 5 minutes and nothing was happening. I was half expecting Naru to have given up by now. Though the look on his face told otherwise, I was just about to open my mouth and tell Naru to give up but I felt a presence in the corner on the room. I focused on it. The presence was of a small boy he was scared and in pain, the chants were hurting him. As his pain grew I felt another one a motherly presence and boy was she mad. I didn't have time to react before she threw John and Bou-san against the wall. I ran to them checking them over. The spirit tried to get closer but I threw up and an invisible barrier to stop her. I turned my head slightly and glared at her. She just glared right back. Looks like she isn't going to back down that easily I thought what should I do?

"Mai, can you hear me?"

" Lin?"

"Yes, I wasn't sure it was going to work but since the room is filled with your energy and the spirits I thought I could use your energy and connect with you."

I looked up away from the ghost to see that Lin and Naru were right next to me when they moved over here I don't know but it didn't matter. I was about to ask Lin what he thinks we should do until I heard Naru's voice.

"So are you part of the family that had the curse broken on it those years ago by the Demon in this house?"

The woman was taken back by the question but nodded her head yes.

"Why are you still here though your cruse was broken was it the Demon that killed you?

Again the woman nodded her head yes.

"Will you move when the Demon has been killed or in some way expelled from the house?

She shook her head no.

"Why not?" Naru was confused now he was sure she would answer yes.

I decided to take pity on Naru since I could read the Ghost every thought as Lin had pointed out to me it was possible.

"she will not leave because the Demon holds the prisoner here he has tied their souls to the house using special markings in each cardinal direction. If the markings were to be destroyed or erased then they could be free to move on.

"They?" Naru looked at me in question.

" yes they, There is more than one spirit in this house besides the Demon I'm sure since they are not hiding anymore Masako can sense them now.

Naru nodded and we walked back to base where Masako confirmed what I had said. While everyone was busy I turned to the women who had followed us. I whispered, "do not touch anyone of my friends and make sure the others do not either or next time I will not hesitate to get rid of you."

She nodded and disappeared. After that encounter everyone basically spent their time wondering what the symbol s looked like and watching the monitors. Finally, Naru let us go to bed after dinner since there was nothing more we could do that day until like I said noon tomorrow.

" Mai" I heard Ayako say as we got ready for bed.

"Yes?"

"Sweet dreams Mai try not to stress out too much about tomorrow it will get rid of that Demon you will see."

I gave her a warm smile Ayako always knew when something was troubling me. I looked at Masako's already sleeping form my friends my family they are so precious to me I would do everything in my power to protect them. Little did I know those words were the key to the dream of my next training session with my power.

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Mai open your eyes idiot we don't have all night for you to be laying around you must get back to training."

" I knew that voice, Sapphire I must be in my Dreamworld."

" You got that right now get up we have work to do."

I opened my eyes and stood up looking around we were in the most beautiful place I had ever seen. A river was to my right and a field of roses to my left that seemed to stretch for miles.

" Wow, why are we here Sapphire," I asked.

" Because this will be the place you learn the final step to your power the place where you will unlock the full power and potential of what a Guardian can do. What you have been doing making shields and barriers, your strength, speed, and stamina are nothing to what I'm about to show you."

A look of determination was now on my face. "Then let us not waste another moment, teach me, Sapphire."

" That is the spirit, all right then, look at the rings on your hand."

I did they just looked like ordinary rings to me but both Water and Sapphire even my Sister had rings similar to mine on.

" Now focus on the ring on your ring finger." Do not do like you have been doing before waiting for the power to show itself to you I want you to take charge command the ring to show you its power."

" Alright, Sapphire." Focusing on the ring I mentally told the ring to show me its power. It didn't work.

" It is not working Sapphire."

" Mai, because you are not taking charge, I told you to command it to show its power to you. You are one of the leaders of the Guardian's act like one."

"Sigh, I tried again but it still wasn't working, was so frustrating like that Naru… Wait that is it. I will just channel Naru. Laughing at my thoughts, I thought about how arrogant he is and the way he orders everyone around and tried again. I command you to show me your power and all the secrets you hold I am your master Mai Taniyama now show them to me."

Before my eyes, the ring started glowing and the glowing extended towards me. The first thing to happen was my shirt tightened and seemed to be cut to just above my belly button. The next was my pants. The pant legs started shorting until it was eight inches from my knee and changed into a skirt. My tennis shoes changed into blue high heels. I felt my hair getting longer pulling in front of me it was now to the middle of my back with blue highlight running all through it. I was amazed.

" So you and Water's outfits are not just for show it seems," I comment to Sapphire.

" Yes, Water wears the Guardian Form or the first level a Guardian can change to. Although those are not all the changes go look in the river of there."

I did as Sapphire said and walked over the river. MY EYES, my eyes were now just like my sisters. As blue as the ocean in a raging storm and as blue as the sky, I turned around and ran back to Sapphire, in heels I might add that is a plus Guardian's have excellent balance as well it seems.

"Sapphire my eyes…"

" Yes, they are just like Princess Nina's, but this is not the only form you can change into. The second one is the Ultimate form."

"Ultimate…. Hmm, will I have the same outfit as youtube top, mini skirt, blue boots."

"Oh you catch on fast, good job, yes I am wearing the Ultimate Guardian form. Now to unlock this form it is different. Guardians are here to protect so Mai, who do you wish to protect?"

I smiled that was simple I had just thought to myself exactly that answer, " My family and friends they are the most important thing to me and I will do anything in the world to protect them." As soon as those words were out of my mouth the ring that was glowing shattered, and I watched again as my outfit changed again. Though there was a slight difference my hair was now down to my lower back.

"There you now have both your form perfected whenever you need them just focus on the ring which forms you want to release. Sapphire said.

" Is that it is that all I need to know?"

" No, I only showed you how to release your forms I haven't thought you how to fight and control the power in each of these forms that are Water's job she is coming now."

"Hello Mai, you learned each of your first two Guardian forms fast. Now let's get down to the power in each of those forms. Return to your Guardian form first, simply think of that form and you will revert back."

As I did this I watched as the ring that had once been shattered reform on my finger and was now just glowing as it did in this form.

" Ok, no put your hand out towards the river and call a ball of water over here towards us." Water said.

Reaching out towards the river I mentally called the water into my hand. Stream of Water rushed forward and settled floating over my hand in a ball.

" Alright, then that will be your only source of water, for now, try to fight me with just that ball of water."

I didn't even have time to react when a punch was slammed into my stomach, I doubled over in what I thought was a pain.

" Enough Mai your letting your human side rule your mind, you are in your Guardian form you do not have the same weak human body as before."

Water was right that punch didn't hurt at all I hardly felt it. That's when I finally noticed the power in my chest I could feel it I could finally reach it. So, I did I reached out towards it. Instantly I spun on my heel dodging Sapphire's sword, she had joined the fight. I flipped into the air; my body was much lighter now. Landed on top of Sapphire's sword, balancing myself there I threw the ball of water in Water's direction, she dodges but that wasn't a problem. I flipped back again catching Sapphire on the chin knocking her back. Landing on my hands I did a back handspring missing the water that was about to hit me. Straightening up I moved behind Water before she could react, put my hand out calling back the water ball that had stopped in mid-air not too far away and pushing it into her back. She screamed in pain and hit the ground. Getting that tingling feeling on the back of my neck I turned quickly and caught Sapphire's sword with my bare hands. She didn't seem fazed though and put more weight into her attack, I was being pushed back there was no way I was going to win against her like this. No, I have to win I can't lose I need to win if I can't win how can I protect my friends if I can't even protect myself. The ring on my finger shattered once again with my thoughts. Sapphire's eyes widen, she tried to pull away but in the transformation, my strength had doubled. I put more pressure on her sword and it also shattered into pieces. Before she could get away without using my hands I pulled the water out of the air around us and wrapped it around her. I Then swiftly surrounded my leg with water and I roundhouse kicked her in the back sending her flying was she eventually hit the ground. I saw Water getting up out of the corner of my eye I turned around and was about to punch her in the back when a hand caught my wrist.

" That is enough Mai you have won."

" Dream Naru, I breathed"

" Yes I have been watching this fight and I must say you were amazing, the Demon in the house will not stand a chance when you fight him." Dream Naru smiled at me but the smile was off he seemed to be forcing it.

" Naru are you ok" I reached up to touch his face but he pulled away saying he was fine.

" Time to wake up now Mai it is morning now Masako is about to come to wake you up." Dream Naru said.

"Wait a minute I want to speak with you about something", though it was too late the dream world was dissolving.

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"Mai, wake up already," Masako said while shaking me.

"I am awake Masako why are you…." looking over at the clock I saw it was only five o clock in the morning.

"Please explain Masako why you are waking me up at this unholy hour." I didn't realize that I have allowed some of my power to seep into my voice at the time I was too angry at the moment to notice.

Masako backed up a few steps covering her mouth with her kimono sleeve again a bit of fear had crept into her eyes. Never before had she felt such raw power from one person not even Naru had that much power on the case where he showed everyone his PK power.

Looking at Masako I noticed she had taken a few steps back and saw her trembling her fear and I realized what I had done. I quickly withdrew my power and relaxed.

"Masako was there a reason you are waking me up?" I asked again nicer this time.

"Yes, Naru has called us and he said it is urgent and to quickly come to the base," Masako spoke quickly then ran out of the room as fast as the kimono would let her.

I must have really scared her I need to be more careful Sapphire did tell me now that I have learned to control my power if I am not careful around other humans I could force them to do things against their will and among other things by just letting a little bit of my power seep into my voice. Shaking my head of those thoughts I got up and got dressed. I walked out of the room and over to the base. As soon as I walked in I knew something was wrong. Everyone's faces looked stressed but there was one face that was not there.

"Where is John?" no one answered me so I asked again.

"Where is John?" again no answer I was starting to get annoyed I was just about getting ready to test my idea about my voice but Lin spoke before I could.

"Mai I think you better sit down for this." I looked over at Lin and nodded and sat down.

" We have a message from the Demon last night and it is not pretty so I ask you all too prepared."

I looked around at everyone and they all had a look of determination and curiosity on their faces. I looked back at Lin and he caught my eye he nodded turned around and started playing the video.

" Hello SPR I am sure you recognize who I am already if not I am the Demon that has been terrorizing your little group these past few days. I have come to the end of my patience SPR. Today is the last day I am done playing. By the time you find this video, I will have one of your friends in my possession. The priest of yours sounds like a good idea doesn't it. Take a look I already have him.

The camera shifted over to John who was held up by chains he did seem hurt in any way which was a relief a relief that was short lived. Because the Demon did something that pissed me off that so much that if I wasn't trying to keep my power a secret I would have destroyed the video right there.

"Now don't get comfortable because he looks unharmed because he is far from it. Watch as I torture your friend I can't take his power just yet but what I have done will help make the process easier."

The Demon walked over to John his hand was glowing red and pressed it against his unclothed stomach. It did leave a mark….. No, that wasn't the Demon intention. The power seeped into his skin and instantly John started screaming it was the worst scream I had ever heard it was gut wrenching and made me want to throw up.

" Let me explain to you all what I have just done I have put a spell over this boy it will eat away at his body bit by bit leaving only his soul left which I will then extract the power from his left over soul and I will do the same for all of you. Have a happy day SPR the clock is ticking if you wish to save your friend the only way to do so is to defeat me.

It felt like the Demon was look right at me when he said that. A direct challenge to me that I gladly accept he has taken on of my friends someone I consider family he will pay for this.

Everyone was silent for the longest time but finally, Naru spoke up.

"We will get John back."

"Naru-bou how do you plan to do this we are going against a Demon here who is much stronger than all of us." Monk asked with a slight tremble in his voice.

"No, I have thought about what Mai had said about him being his strongest yet his weakest at noon today. I wondered why she would say that so I asked Lin and Yasuhara to do some more research. The spell holding his power at bay will be weak and allow him to use his power at the time, but it is also the same day the greatest wound was dealt to him."

"What do you mean Naru?" Ayako asked this time.

"His soul Ms. Matsuzaki, his soul was damaged that day as well the spell used on him was supposed to break his soul but he was strong enough to with stand the power of the spell but he is not as strong as he normal would be. It is safe to assume that if his soul was whole he would have killed us all long ago. We have a chance to destroy him by finishing what the spell was supposed to do. Lin knows a way and I am getting him to prepare the necessary things needed for this task. I want everyone one of you to stay in base until we are finished though none of you are to leave." Naru said while looking us all in the eye.

We followed his orders I made tea for Naru we he asked for it or played card games with the others I wanted to make sure they were kept busy so they wouldn't have time to think of John and what he must be going through right now.

Finally, after hours Lin stood up with a dagger in his hand it had words carved into it but I could feel the power radiating from it. I could the group was curious but didn't want to ask how it was going to work, but Yasu being who he was spoke up.

"So, boss man, how does that dagger help us against the Demon.?"

"The Dagger has just about the same spell used against the Demon when he was trapped here but this one is different it. The user must stab the intended with the dagger."

My eyes widened they weren't planning on getting close to him no they couldn't. I was about to open my mouth and object to this plan but I caught Lin shaking his head telling me not to say anything. I sighed this is not happening they are going to get hurt even worse killed.

"Then Master I suggest you watch over them and step in before anything life threatening happens to people you love."

Water was right I have been training for three days and I have gotten stronger I will protect them from the Demon and their selves if I have to.

Naru looked down at his watch and whispered its time. Sure enough, as soon as those words left his mouth Laughing could be heard all throughout the house.

"Have you figured out a way to defeat me Humans because if not your precious friend here is going to die?"

After those words, a scream ripped through the halls. Everyone jumped up and ran out of the base and looked around calling John's name. I walked slowly behind them following watching making sure none of them got hurt. Well almost everyone Lin and Naru were walking as well but ahead of me.

I stopped suddenly of to my right I could feel John presence. Lin, I called to him in my head.

"Yes Mai" he answered.

"This way," I simply said.

Lin turned and started following me causing Naru to stop as well.

"Lin where do you and Mai think you're going." Naru demanded.

"I feel something down this hall Naru I think we should go this way." I said while I continued walking.

Naru paused and seemed to think over it for a few seconds, finally he called the others and told them to follow us. After passing several doors we came to one large door. I pushed it open walking into a large spacious room. There was nothing in it; the room looked as if it had been abandoned for years. Looking around I saw a figure towards the back of the room. I ran over towards the figure sure enough it was John.

"John" I yelled.

Causing the others to come running over to where I was standing, Monk and Yasu started working on the chain holding him to the wall, but it was no use without the key he wasn't coming down.

"Stand back," Lin said

I looked over at him and saw him raise his finger to his lips and I knew his was about to call his shiki to break the chains instead but before he could even get any sound a large force of power knocked us all against the wall. Looking up I saw the Demon standing in the middle of the room with a smirk on his face.

"Now did you think I was going to make it that easy for you to get your friend back?" He mocked us.

Before I can even get any words out of my mouth Lin darted past me and attacked the Demon with the dagger in his hands. It was useless though the Demon was ready for him and knocked the Dagger out of Lin's hand. He grabbed him by the neck and threw him into the wall effectively knocking him out. Monk tried chanting but again the Demon was in front of his face in an instant and punched him in the stomach then also kicking him into the wall next to Lin. He didn't move after that. Ayako and Masako coward next to me, I had to think he had only hurt Lin and Monk so far but there is no telling what he will do if once he gets to the girls. That's when I felt it the pressure of power building up.

"Naru no you can't I yelled at him." He ignored me and kept building up his PK. I couldn't let this continue if Naru used his PK he was going to die.

I closed my eyes and focused on the source of Naru's PK. Once I found it I point a finger at him and sent and an invisible stream of water at him. The effect was instant the power flow of his PK shut down and Naru was forced to his knees. His eyes were wide and he was looking down at his hands.

"HAHA, what is wrong boy can't use your power." The Demon laughed at Naru.

I was grateful for the Demon at the time because now Naru was glaring at him. Naru most likely believe the Demon had something to do with him not being able to use his power. I moved quickly after that, I only said it in a whisper but I made sure I had enough power in my voice.

"Sleep my friends and do not awaken until I give you the command to awaken once again."

Even though my voice was in a whisper the power and the command carried. I caught Masako and Ayako before they could hit the ground and since Naru was already kneeling he was ok when he hit the floor.

" Well, Well, putting your friends to sleep like that is quite cruel of you." The demon said.

"Shut up I am down with you and you hurting my friends I won't let you hurt any more of them."

With that said I attacked him. I went to punch him in the face but he dodged every attack I made at him he kept dodging he was too fast.

"Will you get it together Mai and stop attacking like an idiot. This is not how I taught you how to fight."

Water's voice resounded in my head and brought me back to reality she was right. I need to get it together.

Taking a deep breath I felt for the water molecules in the air and attacked again. This time using my strength and speed I have as a Guardian. This time when I went to punch the Demon I went for his stomach and landed a hit but I caught his arm at the same time making sure he wouldn't move. I spun using my strength and threw him into the opposite wall away from my friends. Using my speed I went to punch him again while he was down but I only hit the wall. I pulled my fist back leaving a hole in the wall. Turning around quickly I caught the punch heading for my face. Using the wall behind me as leverage I kept a hold on the Demons hand put one foot on the wall and pushed up and over him. Quickly I placed one hand on his shoulder I used that momentum I had going and kicked him in the back and flipped backward off him landing in a crouch position. The move was perfect it should have broken his spin or shattered it with the strength I put behind it but no. He was standing and smiling at me with a look saying is that all you got.

I smiled right back because he was asking for it. The ring on my finger started glowing and I transformed into my Guardian form. Without missing a beat I pulled water out of the air from behind him and slammed it into him. That got him going. He was furious. His body started glowing and a black sword appeared out of his hand just like Sapphire and Saphire do. His sword was surrounded in his power and he attacked me immediately I dodged as best as I could but he was fast. Then I saw it the mistake he made his angry was clouding his judgment and I was able to do just like with Sapphire and land on top of his sword. I took that moment to summon Sapphire in sword form as well. I swung down towards his head but his sword dissolved from under my feet and I had to quickly jump and land before falling. Our sword fight lasted for several minutes with him attacking and I defending and vice versa. I realized that this battle was never going to end. So after his last attack, I did a back hand spring far away from. I pointed Sapphire to the floor and let go. When I did I ran forward and jumped into the air. The Demon simple watched me on my decent down towards him I had my leg out get ready to pound him to the floor. Before I reached him though his sword came up and stopped my leg from hitting him his sword cracked a little bit under the pressure but withstood my attack.

"Really now little Guardian I thought you would have more power than this."

I smiled at his words "and I would have thought you would notice a distraction when you saw one."

His eyes widened but by that time it was too late Sapphire had already fired. A golden arrow was lodged in his chest buried deep into his heart.

" Good job little Guardian you have won, and also you have saved me thank you."

I flipped back and landed in front of him. "I only saved you because you were once good and was wronged by the Humans you tried to help if it was the other way around I would have simply killed you."

He smiled I see you sister Princess Nina has taught you well it seems.

"You know my sister?"

"Yes there was once a time when I was good friends with her but no longer tell her when you see her again. That I am sorry things turned out this way."

"What is your name?"

"Peter my name is Peter."

I smiled "well then I will tell her Peter and good bye I held up to fingers and turned them to side whispering the words containment. The arrow in his chest started glowing and The Demon now known as Peter soul and body shattered into millions of pieces and recollected into a crystal ball in the palm of my hand.

"Sapphire" I called.

"Yes Mai, what is it?"

"I want you to take him and bring him to my sister tell her everything and also the words he asked of us to tell her. I will take care of things here."

"Ok Mai, as you wish." If I had turned around I would have seen her bow to me but I was too focused on my friends. I ran over John first and broke the chains holding him since they were no match for my strength. I caught him on his way down and checked him over. I sighed in relief he would be fine the spell was reversed and any injuries he sustained are being healed now by water. Laying him on the floor I went to check on Monk and Lin to find they too had minimal injuries as well they will just have a bump on their head and a nasty head ache later. Peter held back he didn't use his full strength he could have done way more damage them this. Leaving me to believe he was truly a good once just driven to do the things he did because of the pain of the betrayal from the humans he once trusted.

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Standing there looking at my friends I realized I was in trouble. I couldn't reveal my secret to them I didn't want them to know just yet. This is not good I didn't really think about the consequences of knocking everyone out earlier.

"That much is obvious I will help you, Mai."

Looking to my left I say Saphire standing there. " what are you going to do Saphire?" I asked him.

" Not what I am going to do, I am going to teach you how to change a person's memory to fit how something happened," Saphire said.

" Really how do I do that, but the wait isn't that like erasing their memories?"

"No, because, you're simple altering their memory of the event not erasing it from their minds completely," Saphire explained.

" Oh I see so how do I do that exactly?" I said while looking at my friend's prone forms.

" place your hand on whoever you chose forehead and imagine how you wished the fight to have gone if they were all awake and you were hiding your powers. Then pushed that memory into their mind after their vision had gone dark, but make sure it will fit with everyone else's memories." Saphire said.

I nodded my head and I decided to use Monk, I started from when he was knocked out then I had him gain conscious once again when Masako, Naru, and Ayako passed out. He looked at me and asked me to bring him the dagger. I did, I ran across the room with Peter watching me. He attacked Peter again but this time I distracted him so he wouldn't pay attention to monk sneaking upon him. When Peter was stabbed he hit Bou-san again knocking him out for the second time.

When I was done I moved Bou-san to the spot I had put him in his memory that he was knocked out in. I didn't have to change Masako, Naru, and Ayako's for they will wake up and monk will tell them his version of what went on while they were knocked out. Lin didn't need a memory change for he already knew about me and I would tell him what really happened later. After I was done I called upon my power again. Saphire had already disappeared when I was changing Bou-san's memory. "Wake up" the words were again filled with power. I leaned over Bou-san waiting for him to open his eyes.

"Mai is that you?" Bou-san asked.

"Ye,s monk it is me." I whispered.

"Ma,i what happened to the demon?" Monk voice was soft and groggy due to him just waking up.

When he asked me this I knew the memory replacement had worked.

"Dead monk, you did it after he knocked you out the dagger did its job and killed him." I told him while standing looking at the others who were sitting up and listening.

Looking at Lin I saw he had, "tell me everything later "look on his face; I nodded and moved on to the others. Naru looked pissed off and he was staring at his hands. I decided to try out my powers a little bit on Naru. I concentrated on Naru and tried to push my way into the barriers he had around his mind keeping me from reading it. Strangely they fell quite easily.

" Why the hell did my powers not work, could it have been the Demons doing."

I saw his brows furrow just a little bit, it was such a small change only someone who knew him well would notice it.

"I don't understand though, I can destroy demi-gods but I can't deal with a Demon. Nonsense, it had nothing to do with my powers I am sure the Demon had some kind of spell that blocked my power. Yes, that is it, I am not weak it was a spell."

Wow, I knew Naru was conceited but I didn't know it was so great, he can't admit he wasn't powerful enough to take on Peter by himself. Shaking my head I turned and looked at John. When I did I spoke to him.

" John, how are you feeling?"

When I had spoken directly to John everyone seemed to come back and started worrying over John well except Naru, and Lin.

" It seems he will be fine I don't see that spell that was placed on him anymore and everything else looks fine and normal." Ayako announced.

" That is great then everyone back to base we leave in the morning". Naru spoke up finally.

Everyone groaned but did as ordered. Once we were back in base we started breaking it down and putting everything back in the van. Until I felt the presence of a ghost in the room, I ignored it for the time being. That is until Masako gasped two minutes later. Oh wow her medium skills are not that good if it took her that long to notice the Ghost.

"What do you want?" Masako asked.

"Who are you talking to ?" Naru asked her.

" There is a ghost in this room, a ghost of a woman." She replied.

" Yes, I am here child and it took you an awfully long time to notice me." As she said this she looked at me and glared. I knew she knew I had noticed her the moment she appeared in the room. Apparently, she didn't like that I had ignored her.

" What business do you have with us?" Naru asked

I smacked my forehead did he not remember we had promised to free her and everyone else from this house once Peter was taken care of. I was about to say this to him but Lin beat me there.

" Naru, she wants us to release her from this house remember we promised her this." Lin said without looking up from what he was doing.

" I remember , Bou-san , Ayako, and Mai find these seals and destroy them." Naru ordered

"Why me?" I whined.

"Because I told you to and getting rid of these seals isn't hard just erase them with something." Naru sighed.

"Humph, whatever." I said while spinning on my heel and walking out behind Ayako and Monk. Finding the seals was easy they were outside at every cardinal direction of the house. We just erased the lines with our feet and the seal was broken. Of course, I could see the actual chains of the seal holding the spirits in this house break and disappear. When we were done the woman turned to us, bowed her head, and said thank you.

"Wait a minute Mai." The woman said.

I turned back only after making sure Ayako and Monk wouldn't notice I was gone.

"Yes?" I asked

"By this house, there is a lake something tragic happened there, but I believe you are the only one able to reverse the effects of this event." She told me.

After her words, I remembered the dream I had forgotten on the way to this case.

Dream flashback

The darkness around me started to lighten up and balls of light appeared. I looked around for dream Naru but he wasn't there yet. After a few seconds passed a scene of a lake appeared in front of my eyes. I instantly felt a pull towards the center of the lake I couldn't understand why but Naru's face flashed in front of my eyes but something was different about it. He looked more like Dream Naru then the Jerk. The pull started getting stronger till I was literally pulled into the lake. I tried swimming for the top but I kept getting dragged down. Until I heard a voice, "Mai stop fighting, the water can not harm you in any way it will always obey your every command from here on never be afraid again of the water it is your protector." What do you mean it will protect me?" Shh, you will understand eventually look down Mai. AHHH when I looked down there was Naru but not Naru because Naru wasn't dead like this one was. I didn't know what to think but I felt that I could help this Naru somehow. I reached out and touched his face and all of a sudden there was a flash of blue and I was jerked out of the water.

Back to the present:

I gasped and turned to ask her about the dead looking Naru but she had already moved on. I stood there for a while staring at the sky wondering who that Naru was.

" Mai what are you doing out here"

Turning I saw that Lin was standing in the doorway.

" Ah, I am sorry Lin I was just thinking." I apologized.

" I see well then mind telling me what really happened earlier today with the demon."

" Of course." I told Lin everything from the time he was knocked out to fixing Monk's memories so that my secret wouldn't be revealed. While we were talking the sun started to set, we stared at is after I was done the moment was peaceful.

"Lin, Mai what are you two doing?" A cold voice asked.

We both spun around to see Naru looking at us with a glare. I wondered what his problem was but I just shrugged it off.

"Nothing Naru, Lin had just came looking for me and he asked me a question." I told him.

"What was the question?" Naru asked.

"Oh it wasn't important, come on lets go inside it is getting cold."

I quickly ran back inside and back to base seeing that everything was cleaned up and ready to go in the morning.

"I have already called the client and told him the news, go get some sleep now so we can leave early and get back to the office by noon." Naru said from behind me.

I nodded and walked to the girl's room. After I had gotten changed and ready for bed I stared at the ceiling my mind again falling to Naru I saw in the lake. Right before I fell asleep I though he sort of looked like Dream Naru.

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I walked back to my room and began to fall towards the floor, but something caught me before I did.

"Good work Mai, rest now you have used up a lot of magical energy today."

Hmm, thank you, Sapphire. After those words, the world went dark.

Gene's pov:

Light streamed in from somewhere beyond my eyelids opened my eyes to see I was in a room. Looking around, I wondered where I was. I remember watching Mai wake up from watching me die, but that is the last thing I remember. No, that isn't true. I felt someone calling me. I had run towards that voice, and when I finally reached the light where the voice was coming from, I passed out, and I woke up in this room. There is no way I'm still in the spiritual plane; this place is too bright. I heard a noise outside the room; looking over to the door, I watched it open and saw Mai walk in. She had a smile on her face. "oh good, you're awake." Mai said. I looked at her in confusion about what she was talking about.

Mai's Pov:

I saw Gene's confused face, so I started to explain to him everything that had happened since I had woken up from the dream of his supposed death.

Ok, I understand all this. I knew about your powers; your sister told me about them, but she never did explain how I was still alive. Gene said.

I was surprised at this. I knew already that Dream Naru was Gene, but I had no idea he was talking to my sister. That upset me a little bit, but I decided to question him later. Instead, I answered his question; well, you see, you were not supposed to die that day. So the person who hit you made the mistake of throwing you into a body of water, your spiritual powers called out to a guardian nearby, which was my sister. She couldn't help you. She had used too much energy earlier in a fight. She kept your body protected and sent the other half of your soul to me. So that you could help me with my own psychic abilities that were just like yours. A few days ago, the spell she used was weakening. She sent me in a dream without me knowing to restore it, and just last night, we finished the job she could not a year ago.

Mai's body stiffened but then relaxed. Gene noticed her reaction, however.

"What is it, Mai?" Gene asked

"Lin is coming," Mai announced.

Mai then walked over to Gene and placed her hand over his heart, and closed her eyes to listen better.

"Good, your body is working fine, and the string of fate that connects you to this world is almost repaired a couple more days, and it should be ok for you to move around on your own.

Lin walked in at this moment.

"Mai, I was looking for you all over the place; what have you been...

"Gene," Lin breathed.

Lin stood there in shock, but he quickly got over it and ran over, checking to see if it really was him. All of a sudden, he fell to his knees beside the bed.

" I'm so sorry, Gene. I was supposed to protect you, but inlet you come to Japan alone, forgive me." Lin furiously apologized with his head bowed.

" It's ok, Lin. I came to Japan by myself; it is my fault, not yours.

Lin simply nodded. Mai decided this was an excellent time to finish what she was saying earlier.

"Lin, I was just telling Gene he can't be separated from me for a few days, or the spell used to resurrect him will reverse. I thought it would be to difficult now to let Naru see his brother. So I am going to take him home before everyone wakes up."

Lin nodded, " I will tell everyone that you had to be back for an exam at school and left early."

" thank you, Lin."

" Alright, Gene, be ready to go in 5 minutes; everyone else won't be waking up for another 10mins."

Gene just smiled; I knew he was still having a hard time processing this.

I walked out of the room quickly and left him to Lin. Once back in my room, I packed all my stuff and had water teleport back to my house. There was no way I could do this with Gene because he was still weak. I walked out back to see Gene and Lin waiting. I took Gene's hand and looked over at Lin.

" see you in a few days, Lin."

"See you, Mai."

" hang on tight to my hand, Gene" I felt Gene's hand tighten. Once I did, I pushed off the ground, rose into the air, and started flying toward Japan. I flew higher than the airplanes can, so in case anywhere flying around, they wouldn't see us. I also used a particular spell so that Gene could breathe under the air pressure. I was fine for my body, naturally adjusted. The flight was peaceful; it gave me time to think about a way to explain things to Naru. Looking over at Gene, I saw he was looking around, enjoying himself. Soon we arrived at my apartment. I slowly descended into the back ally, making sure no one noticed. When I touched down, I could feel Gene leaning on me pretty heavily. Looking over, I saw he was worn out. I picked him up again and took him inside.

The days' everyone was gone were pretty long. I spent most of the time watching Gene and making sure his soul and body readapted entirely back into this world. One thing I noticed was Gene's psychic powers had permanently connected themselves with mine. We could use telepathy and other things we haven't found out yet. Gene told me he could use telepathy with Naru as well, which made sense they were twins after all. Gene also could control Naru's power so it wouldn't hurt him. We talked about our lives to each other, but eventually, the call came from Lin that they were coming back. Gene and I decided that I would go to the office, and later that day, he would call and say he would like to meet with Naru. The plan was set in two days, Naru would see his brother again. The one he has been searching for ever since he came to Japan.

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Mai's POV:

I stayed in bed as long as possible, but I knew today was the day. No more waiting Naru was going to see his brother, and that somehow terrified me. How would Naru react his twin was supposed to be dead. Gene was excited though he said Naru's reaction would be funny to watch and to have the popcorn ready. Taking a deep breath, I climbed out of bed, took a shower, and headed to get some breakfast. When I got there were eggs and bacon, and Gene sitting there sipping on tea.

" Well, morning, Mai, I was wondering when you found finally get out of bed your thoughts were everywhere this morning," Gene said, all nonchalant like it was no big deal.

I blinked a few times and just stared at him.

" Sigh, Mai, your more worried about this than you should be it will be fine. I will take care of everything; you just have to sit back and pretend like you don't know what in the world is going on, ok." Gene said as he got out of his chair and kissed me on the forehead.

We had become really close in the past few days. Since we could hear each other's thoughts when we wanted the other to, there were basically no secrets. Gene knew I was a Guardian, and I knew his past because he told me. We had great trust in each other. Remembering this, I smiled; Gene is right; there is no problem if it is us two, we can just about do the impossible, so I sat down ate my breakfast. After I was done, I gave Gene a hug and kiss on the Cheek and walked out the door to SPR.

Gene's POV:

I chuckled to myself. That girl has just about the power of a god, and she worries over the simplest things. She is cute though I'm happy she will become my little sister, although my idiot scientist of a brother is to slow to realize his feelings. As soon as I return to "Officially being alive," I'm getting together with Madoka and Lin. They most likely have started plans on getting the two of them together. Well, I better start getting ready to give my brother a shock of a lifetime.

Mai's POV:

I walked up to SPR 's door and took a deep breath before walking inside. Almost immediately, I was squeezed by a bear; actually, it was a Bou-san.

" Bou-san can't breathe," I wheezed; there was a loud " thunk,"  and the pressure was gone.

" You old man, you could have killed Mai just now. Hey, Mai, how are you? We missed you; why did you leave without telling us yourself? Ayako asked all in one breath.

" I'm sorry, Ayako; there was no time I needed to be back as soon as possible. I'm fine, I missed you guys too." I answered.

" Well, if you're all done acting like an idiot, will you get back to work." A cold voice said from behind everyone.

I looked behind Ayako to see Masako sitting on the couch just sitting there like none of this concerned her, and John was asleep. How that was possible, I don't know. Ayako saw where I was looking and answered my unasked question.

" John and Lin stayed up late last night, packing all the stuff, and then they did most of the driving back, Bou-san and I offered to take over, but he said he was fine and wouldn't let us."

I walked over to John and placed my hand on his head to peek into his thoughts. John wouldn't normally do something like this, I wonder why. I saw flashes of what the Demon had done to John in his head. So he is having nightmares. Looking around, I made sure no one was looking. My hand glowed a soft blue, and I watched as John's face softened, and his nightmare turned into a dream.

"Tea, anyone?" I asked. I heard the faint yes from Naru and Lin, and I saw everyone else nod.

After passing out the tea, time didn't seem to go fast enough, but finally, I felt it.

" Mai, it is time I'm coming now."

Not soon after, the phone rang. I pretend it was like any other customer. After hanging up, I walked slowly to Naru's office and knocked. When I heard the faint come in, I took a deep breath and walked in.

"What is it, Mai?" Naru asked

"Someone just called and said they know you. They would like to see you as soon as they arrive." I answered.

"Did they give a name?" Naru asked me, never once looking up from what he was doing.

"No," I said

Naru sighed and looked up at me. "When will they be here?"

"In just a few minutes," I said

Naru nodded. I took that as my queue to leave, but Naru stopped me. His hand was against the door, and he was pressed against my back.

"Mai, why did you tell Lin you were leaving early and not me? He breathed into my ear."

"Naru I…..

What is he doing? Why is he doing this?

A few seconds passed, and Naru moved away.

"Never mind Mai, you may go."

I quickly ran out the door as soon as possible. My face was burning; what was wrong with Naru? I was about to go back to my desk and sit down, but I heard the door open, and Gene walked in with a smile on his face.

"Hello, I would like to speak with the boss of this fine establishment."

I almost broke into laughter. That is just like Gene to make a joke like that.

"Of course, let me go get him," I said

Everyone was looking at Gene; they saw the resemblance I pretended not to notice because I had quickly turned around when he walked in. I walked over to Naru's door, knocked, and said, Someone was here to see him. He thanked me and said, make some tea. I ran into the kitchen; I walked out with the tea only when I heard Naru's door open; I had brought popcorn as well.

When I walked out, Naru was frozen in place and staring at Gene. Lin was pretending to be in shock. I walked over to the others, I handed them some tea and popcorn, which seem to snap them out of it.

Just when Naru was about to say something, the door opened, and Yasu walked in.

"Hey, everyone," Yasu cheered.

Yasu was going to continue but saw the situation, and a grin spread across his face. He ran over, grabbed some popcorn.

"So the boss man you have a twin who knew," then proceeded to munch on the popcorn.

I stared at Yasu in admiration, his ability to adapt to a situation is astounding, but besides that, I turned back to the twins.

"What's wrong little brother, you surprised to see me?" Gene said with a smile

We all looked a Naru for his response, and now I see why we needed the popcorn because Naru, after those words, promptly passed out.

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In Naru's subconscious

The weirdest dream had happened to me of all my 18 years of life. Now being the Genius I am I tried to rationalize why I would have such a dream and I could only come to one conclusion. I was upset that I could not find my brother at the lake. So my subconscious mind brought him to life to ease my mind of the failure. Yes I Oliver Davis was wrong. When I open my eyes, my twin will not be there it was all just a fabrication of the mind.

Naru's cruel reality

Opening my eyes I was staring into blue eyes that looked much liked my own but one only had to look closer to know that they were a lighter shade than my own. In the background I could hear Mai saying " Oh Naru is awake everyone." The eyes that were almost an exact replica of mine moved back and showed a face that looked almost exactly like mine as well. The person that looked like me started to speak.

"Good to see you are awake little brother you scared us for awhile there."

The memories of what had happened all came rushing back, Mai telling me a costumer was here to see me. Me telling her to get tea, then I walked out of my office and saw my dead twin standing there. After that it was all just a blur. I was trying hard to remember what happened next but my brother's words cut into my thoughts.

"Look at my little brother struggling to figure what the hell is going on. You think for someone who is such a genius he would have figured it out."

" I am not little, you are the youngest Gene" I told him

"Really LITTLE brother I was born two minutes before you therefore I am older." Gene argued back

"You might have been born first but in terms of intelligence I am above you." I challenged

In the background someone whispered "wow you can really tell they are brothers by the way they argue."

I was about to turn around and yell at the person who said that but Lin stopped me.

"Alright Gene so your alive and well mind explanting to us how this is possible?" Lin asked in his calm voice.

" Sure Lin no problem, So I was walked down the road when a car came out of nowhere and hit me. They panicked and threw me into the river. That is why you saw me die little brother, but someone saw what had happened and they saved me and took me to a hospital. A few days ago I heard about SPR from a friend and decided to see for myself if the boss was really my little brother."

Mai's POV

When Gene had told them the cover story we had made up everyone was silent for the longest time but finally Naru composed himself.

" I see I'm glad you are alive. I just took another case this morning and we will be leaving in two days so you can help us on this new case. Naru said

" What we already have a case, but we just finished one!" Ayako yelled

" I am aware of that and if you wish not to participate on this case by all means please leave." Naru said with his signature cold voice.

Ayako sunk back in her seat after that not saying a word and letting Naru talk.

" This case will be at the House of the Takahashi. The family has been experience the normal rapping noises from the walls, Furniture being moved, and it seems the youngest daughter was pushed down the stairs."

"That is weird I see why Naru took the case, but this isn't usually enough to make him take the case. I wonder what he isn't telling us. Mai thought."

" My little Brother will tell us in time for now we should do as he says ok Mai. I heard Gene say through our connection."

I agreed Naru never does anything without a reason.

" Now that I have explained the case all of you may go home except Gene and Mai I have work for you two."

Gene and Mai groaned while the rest waved and said they will see them tomorrow.

" What do you want us to do Naru." I asked

Naru looked at us then spoke to Gene. "Gene I want you to work with Mai, your psychic powers are similar you will be able to help her control them better."

"Sure little brother, I will be happy to help this beautiful lady with her power." Gene turned to me and smiled.

" She is my assistant Gene do not try anything funny with her." Naru said with more ice in his voice than normal.

Gene turned to his brother and said "of course I was just giving her compliant no need to get all worked up."

I watched all this with interest; Gene really knows how to get under Naru's skin. Smiling to myself I thought Gene and I will have so much fun irritating Naru together.

Naru glared at Gene one last time, then turned around and stalked back into his office.

" Well Mai, our plan went quite well don't you think." Gene said

" I was wondering what you two were going to do about revealing to Naru his twin his still alive." Lin's voice came from his opened office door.

" Yes, well I wanted to do something that would shock my little brother Noll the most." Gene said with a smirk on his face.

" Lin nodded well, it went quite smoothly I don't think I have ever seen such a shocked expression on his face."

" Yeah Noll looked like he saw a ghost."

There was a pause after Gene attempt at a joke.

" ha-ha, good one Gene" I said.

Lin even had a small smile on his face.

" I'm going to go back to work you two try not cause to much trouble."

Gene and I shared a secret smile and nodded.

Two hours later, Gene had showed me how to properly astral project, without his influence. We were both really tired and eventually we feel asleep on the couches.

I opened my eyes to the darkness of the astral plane.

"Gene" I called.

" I am here Mai"

Looking to my left I saw him standing there. As soon as I did though the scene changed and we were standing in the middle of a room.

" Please mommy I have been a good girl so don't be mad at me Mommy please."

I heard the voice of a child coming from the bed across the room. Walking over I saw a child curled up in a ball rocking back and forth. I went to touch her but the door opened and the girl jumped up and ran to the door. A women walked in and grabbed the child's hand and dragged her out of the room. I ran after then Gene was right behind me. The scene changed though and we were standing in the kitchen. The little girl was sitting at the table coloring. The Woman was arguing with some man. The man shook his head and walked over to the child and picked her up. It all happened so fast after that the man and the child was on the ground covered in blood, the Woman standing over them.

" I will not allow you to take the man I love away from me." The woman said

She then took the knife she had in her hand and plunged it into her own body. Then it was over Gene and I were once again standing in the darkness of the astral plane.

I turned quickly and cried into Gene chest. He wrapped his arms around me. " It was in the past Mai, we can't change it.

I nodded and I felt the familiar tug of someone waking me up. I looked up at Gene and he smiled "Naru wants us."

I laughed and closed my eyes.

"Mai, Gene, Wake up."

Opening my eyes I saw Naru standing there. I sat up and saw Gene was waking up as well.

"You can go home now Mai. Naru said."

I nodded and got up to get my stuff but not before Gene came up to me and caressed my face. " Be careful Mai."

I smiled at him and told him to be careful as well. I grabbed my coat quickly and ran out the door.

" What the hell was that you have known her for only a few hours and your already flirting and calling her Mai." Naru said glaring at Gene.

" Gene shrugged I just feel a special connection with her."

"She is mine Gene" Naru growled.

" Oh forgive me little brother, but Mai hasn't said anything like that to me." Gene said calmly

" Stop calling her Mai" Naru said.

" Why, she said I could call her that since everyone else does." Gene now had a smirk on his face.

"look at you Noll have you realized you just confessed your feelings for Mai to me just now. You don't even notice you love her do you." Gene thought.

Naru continued to glare at his brother then turned around and hid once again in his office.

" Well this next case is sure to be interesting." Gene said

Gene looked once again at the door his brother disappeared behind. He then turned with a smile on his face to Lin's office to talk about his plans of getting Mai and Naru together.

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Mai's Pov

I rushed into my house and quickly started packing everything I would need for the case. I don't know why I was such in a hurry but that dream was still replaying over and over again in my head. I wanted to talk to Gene about it but he was going to be spending time with his brother tonight. Once I was done I went into the shower and turned on the water, and waited till the water was boiling hot and stepped in. The hot water was soothing no matter the temperature it didn't matter. The water felt warm I never ran out of hot water anymore, one of the upsides to having control over the element. I also learned this replenished my energy just as well as sleeping did. I thought maybe I would never have to sleep again but Gene told me that is impossible I'm still human I need sleep. That is another thing I haven't asked Gene how he knows so much about my power. My sister could have told him a little bit, but it seems like he knows more than just a few chats with my sister. Sighing I closed my hand into a fist and the water shut off and I stepped out. I didn't need to dry off because the moment I walked out of the shower I was dry. I walked over to my drawer and pulled out some pajamas. I put them on then climbed into bed, relaxed the dream no longer replaying in my head.

Gene's Pov
Noll stayed in his office till late at night. I had nothing better to do so I listened in on Mai's thoughts. She was still thinking about the dream. Shaking my head I was about to speak with her but then I blushed. She was getting into the shower her thoughts turned to pictures I could see what she saw. Thankfully she didn't pay close attention to her body but her thoughts were relaxing, she was calming down. The same calmness settled over me as well I relaxed into the couch I was sitting on. Then her thoughts turned once again. Ah, I have not told Mai since she revived me we are connected in more ways than one. She was right though her sister Nina told me everything I needed to know about being a guardian since I was going to be bonded to one. We share more than just the telepathy, but I will let the things we share be known to her in time. She does not need to know them now. I looked up at the sound of a door opening. Noll had come out of his cave finally and so had Lin. As we walked to the car I smiled Mai was asleep. I will visit her later in her dreams, then under my breath is said "sweet dreams my little Mai."

Naru's pov
I walked into my office and ran my fingers through my hair. Gene also provoked me like that. He always knew what buttons to push. "She is mine." Why did I tell Gene that? Mai is my assistant but the feelings just now where not for employer and employee. Running my hand over my face I shook the thoughts out of my head and focused on my work. After a few hours I saw how late it was and decided it was time to go. I walked out and saw that Gene was relaxed on the couch and Lin was just walking out. He knew me so well already, knowing what I wanted to do without me saying anything. Gene stood up as well and followed us out. I had a lot of questions for my brother. I turned around to ask him if he had any clothes and personal stuff we needed to pick up. Right at that moment I hear him say "sweet dreams my little Mai." That just brought even more questions to my mind but jealousy for some reason was the main emotion I felt, curiosity was pushed to the side. I clenched my fist and turned around getting my emotions under control before I accidentally release my power.

Mai's Pov

I was floating in my dream world everything was peaceful till I heard a voice. "Mai" " Mai" "open your eyes already.

I did as the voice asked and screamed. Gene was right there in front of my face.

" Hey Mai you looked so peaceful I had to disturb it." Gene said with an innocent smile.

" Thank you Gene you are so thoughtful." I said my voice filled with sarcasm.

Gene chuckled and ran his fingers through my hair. I leaned into his touch. Gene was like a big brother I never had.

" Mai I have a favor for you." Gene whispered in my ear.

" What is it?" I asked curiosity in my voice.

" I need my stuff from your house please." Gene said.

" oh I forgot about that ill have it at Naru's house in the morning." I promised.

Gene nodded and kissed my forehead. " Sleep well Mai."

Then he was gone, and I was once again left alone in my dream world.

Gene's Pov

After asking Mai to send my stuff over I looked at my hand and felt my lips where I touched her, The tingling sensation was still there. The feeling of her power just under the surface, of where I touched was amazing. No one else can feel what I feel when I touch Mai. Mai gives me strength and holds me together. The past few months she has become like a sister, now we are bonded together. I want her and my brother to be happy but I also can't live without Mai just like my brother except he doesn't know it yet. Sighing I closed my eyes to fall into the darkness and wait for the time I could see my precious Mai again.

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Mai pov:

I woke up before the sun rose the next morning. I noticed that with my power my habits have changed. Maybe it is because I have a better handle on my powers now thanks to Gene. I climbed out of bed took a cold shower and made breakfast. After I was done I sat there drinking hot chocolate. Looking over at the clock I saw I had another hour before the sun would rise. I rinsed out my empty cup and walked over to Gene's room. His stuff was already packed in a suitcase. I surrounded his stuff in a tunnel of water and teleported it to the front steps of SPR with a note on it that I had Saphire write. Once that was done I walked back into my room and grabbed my stuff for the case. When I walked in I saw my sister sitting on my bed.

" Hey little sister" Nina said

" Nina, what are you doing here?" I questioned

" Oh I was going to give you some information on your next case."

I looked at her with surprise. " You pay attention to my cases?"

"Of course I have been watching over you since I left you. Actually I never left you, when you were in trouble I was there I just never showed myself to you."

" I see well what do you have to tell me then?" I asked.

" Well this case it is simple but also not so simple. I am sure you know the mother was jealous of her daughter. She thought her husband loved her daughter more than her she was a very conceited jealous woman. That is the simple part. The complicated part is this, the mother was a psychic and her powers drove her crazy. I am afraid to say that you don't have enough experience with your power yet to handle her. She has used her powers to make a contract with hell to keep the man she loved. The necessary skills to break a contract like that will take months to learn and master." Nina sighed.

" Then why not just come on the case pretend to be someone else and help us out.?" I asked her

" I would Mai but I can't now that you have regained your power I can no longer ignore my other duties. I am on lock down you could say until I resolve all the issues back home."

" Issues, what issues?"

" Do not worry about that Mai. You focus on your case."

" How can I Sister, you said yourself I don't have the power."

" I am going to send someone who can. Like I said do not worry I will not leave you alone, never again."

Nina stood up and hugged me goodbye water surrounded her and when it was gone she was gone as well.

I sighed and fell back onto my bed. What kind of help is she going to send me anyway? I shook my head not wanting to think about it anymore. I looked over at the clock and saw it was time to go. I grabbed my stuff and was out the door heading for SPR. Once I got there I felt that Gene and Naru were already here. I walked in and Gene was sitting on the couch, and he looked tired.

" Gene" I called

His head snapped up, when he saw my face he jumped up , ran over and hugged me.

" I missed you Mai." Gene whispered in my ear.

I laughed " You just saw me a few hours ago Gene"

" I know but in the time I didn't see you I missed you." Gene continued to whisper

He kissed my forehead then laid his head back down on my shoulder. I dropped the stuff in my hands to floor and caressed his back and hair. " I missed you too Gene." I felt him smile against my shoulder. We stood like that for a few minutes until I heard someone clear their throat. We stepped back from each other, but Gene kept a his hand on the small of my back.

" Oh, hey little brother what is it?" Gene asked Naru

I blushed scarlet and looked down, embarrassed to be caught in such a situation by Naru.

Gene pov:

I looked over at Mai and saw that her head was down but a hint of red could be seen on her face. I smirked then looked back at my brother and saw that his hands were balled into a fist and look of jealousy was clear on his face. Ah too bad Mai is too embarrassed to look up. Seeing as my brother had yet to answer my question. I asked again.

" Naru did you need something?"

That seemed to get him moving his mask was back in place but his fist and eyes still showed he was not happy.

" Yes I wanted you and Lin to finish packing the equipment." He said

Naru then turned to Mai.

" Mai tea." Was all he said.

Mai's head jerked up, she nodded her head and practically ran to the kitchen.

Mai's Pov:

When Naru asked me to make his tea, I ran to the kitchen to do so. I didn't want to be in the same room as Naru and Gene not after what Naru just witnessed. I was such in a hurry to make the tea I wasn't paying attention when Gene walked in.

"Mai" Gene said

I jumped and tripped over my foot and fell to the floor. " Ow" I had hit my head when I fell.

"Mai! Look out" Gene called in my head.

I looked up to see that the tea pot was boiling over and when I had jumped I must of bumped it cause it was now about to tip over on top of me. The teapot and the boiling hot water tipped over I only had a few seconds to react. I put my hands out and the water froze. Gene ran over and helped me up.

" Are you alright Mai?" Gene asked

I nodded, I turned back to the teapot which was frozen in place. I put one hand out because the other Gene was still holding. The water reverted back into the teapot and the teapot landed back on the stove. I felt Gene shiver through the hands we were connected with. I looked over at him. He had his eyes closed and a look of bliss on his face.

" Gene?" I questioned

His eyes snapped opened and he stared into my eyes.

" Mai" he breathed

" What is wrong are you ok?" I asked him

" I am fine Mai, your power just gives me energy whenever you use it. Kind of like an adrenaline rush.

" Oh" I said.

I didn't know what else to say to that. I don't think there was anything to say. I let go of Gene's hand and made the tea Naru asked for. I walked out of the kitchen and saw Lin and Naru looking at files. Most likely about the case; I walked over and handed them both a cup of tea, and like usual I got a thank you from Lin and silence from Naru. I huffed and sat down on the couch waiting for the other to arrive. Eventually twenty minutes later they did. I was hoping to talk to them before we left but Naru was in a hurry. He made as all leave immediately. The drive to the Takahashi's house wasn't long just boring, but despite that we got there eventually. When we pulled up the house wasn't too large it had two floors ivy growing up the side and white paint. The house was quite plan but it was nice. Once there Naru had everyone get the equipment out before he went to the door. When we were done he rang the door bell. Mrs. Takahashi answered the door and let us all in. The inside of the house was quite plain as well. We set up the base and then Naru got to work.

" Mrs. Takahashi I would like all the members of your family to come here so I can interview them on the happenings in this house. Naru said.

Mrs. Takahashi nodded and started to walk out but then turned around.

" Oh I forgot another paranormal researcher is here as well. He said he heard about my case and wanted to help. I told him I already had you working on it but he insisted."

I looked over at Naru he didn't seem to happy about this news, so before he could say anything I said thank you for telling us. She nodded and walked out.

" I wonder who the other guy is?" Monk wondered aloud.

" I don't know but he most likely is a fraud looking for money." Ayako stated

" I don't know he sounds pretty interesting." Gene said with excitement

I smiled and looked over at Gene who also had a smile on his face.

" Only you would say something like that Gene, let's hope he isn't as good looking as You and Naru or we might have a competition going as well." I said

" Well I don't know I think your friends there might be better looking than me." A voice said

We all turned toward the voice and a boy not any older than Naru stood there. He had dark brown hair and brown eyes but he was hot, hotter looking than Naru.

" Hi I am Mai and you?" I asked him

"Sei, and I must say I am happy a beautiful girl such as yourself Mai is working on this case as well."

His voice was smooth and so beautiful I could listen to it all day. I looked over at Masako and Ayako and saw that they were entrance by him. I looked back at him and I felt this pull but I also could resist the pull. Sei, then walked in over to me and picked up my hand and kissed it. At that moment Gene was beside me and Naru was on the other side, when they moved I have no idea.

"Don't touch her" Gene and Naru said together.

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Mai's Pov:

"Don't touch her", Naru and Gene said together.

I looked back and forth between Naru and Gene and they both were glaring at Sei. I don't know why but I felt that I needed to step in and protect Naru and Gene from Sei. Which was weird why would they need protection. Sei was a normal human right. Either way I decided to intervene but before I could Sei spoke.

" Don't worry boys I have no intention of stealing your girl. I was just simply stating the facts since one of you refuses to show his true feelings.

Gene's eyes went wide and Naru just continued to glare. I looked over at Gene and spoke to him through our connection.

"Gene what is he talking about?"

" Don't worry about it Mai."

Gene had a smirk on his face and was looking over at Naru. " Maybe this is just what he needs" Gene thought.

" What does who need Gene!"

Gene didn't answer me back I was about to ask him again but the clients daughter walked in. Sarah Takahashi she was the youngest daughter she was the same age as Naru. The oldest sibling Ayame was at work and would not be back until later. When Sarah walked in she had an air around her like she was the queen of Sheba. She sat down in the chair and checked her nails and looked at us expectantly.

" Mai tea" Naru called

I nodded my head not wanting to be in the same room as the girl.

" I'll go with you Mai." Sei offered.

I smiled and said sure. So we walked out on the way to the kitchen.

" Did you see the way she walked into the room Mai she looked like she was a goddess and we were all her loyal subjects." Sei said

" Yes, I was so surprised when she didn't immediately throw herself at Naru like all the other girls had. I laughed.

" Was quite interesting indeed, I wonder how that boss of yours is dealing with her hmm."

A picture of Sarah with her all important attitude and Naru's cold narcissistic personality created a funny picture in my head and I started laughing I had tears in my eyes. Whipping my tears away I noticed we had reached the kitchen.

I reached up and got the tea out of the cabinet, there was no need to search I simply used my powers to figure out where everything was. Sei stood against the counter watching me. Everything was fine until I felt the temperature in the room drop and it appeared Sei did as well. I turned the stove off and back away from it. Sei came and stood next to and looked around the room.

" Get out he is mine I won't allow you to take him away from me."

The knives from the draws floated into the air and were pointed right at me and Sei. I was in a bit of a panic I couldn't use my powers with Sei in the room or I he would tell the others. Just as I was about to come to a decision and scream for help, Sei touched my arm "It will be ok don't worry" he said in a calm voice. I was surprised how he can be so calm in this situation. I head a sound like metal was sliding against another metal to my right. I looked over and the steak knives were sliding out of the stand they were sitting in. I rethought my plan, I wouldn't even have time to scream I will just have to risk it and use my powers. The knives came flying towards us all together. I was about to put up a shield but Sei grabbed me and pulled me against him before I could. I looked up at him and gasped. His eyes were red, I closed my eyes and shook my head thinking it was an illusion but when I looked back they were back to their normal chocolate brown.

Sei released me after a couple of seconds and I looked down and noticed the knives were surrounding us. Did Sei make a shield? I shot my head up to look at him, who is he and what kind of powers does he have? He said he could help Mrs. Takahashi with her house, but never told us his abilities.

" Sei did you do that?" I asked

I noticed I could still see my breath so the ghost was still here. He looked down at me and smiled and said nothing.

" I SAID GET OUT!"

" Not a chance" Sei said.

He raised his hand and it starting glowing red and shot a beam of light towards the Ghost woman. She screamed in agony and then was gone.

Sei turned back to me, my eyes were wide in surprise. He laid his hand on my head and ran his fingers through my hair.

" Mai, calm down I will explain everything to you latter but I sense that Human Lin coming, I suggest you get back to making the tea."

At the mention of Lin I snapped out of my state of surprise and ran back to the kettle and started making the tea once again. This time using my powers to make sure it was done before Lin got here. When the door opened I had the tea poured into cups on a tray and was about ready to walk out.

" Oh you're ok I felt a strong surge of power and was worried" Lin said.

"I'm fine Lin the Ghost visited us in hear but it was taken care of but I think we should put a camera in here." I suggested.

Lin nodded and led us back to Base were Naru was waiting. When I walked in I noticed Sarah was already gone and Naru had the look of he needs his tea and fast. I smiled at that and quickly went to give him his tea.

" Here you go Naru." I said

After that I walked away and delivered everyone else's tea to them. A Chorus of Thank you Mai could be heard all except from the Narcissist. After Naru took a few more sips of his tea he started speaking.

"Based on what Ms. Takahashi has told me. I want another camera set up in the kitchen. I also do not want any girl to be alone in this house, so always have someone with you. It seems if you catch the Ghost and you are by yourself she tries to hurt you in some way."

Thinking over what Naru said and what happened in the Kitchen it looked to me like the Ghost's behavior had changed and will now target a woman whether she is alone or not. I was about to say something about this but Gene beat me to it, looks like he was reading into my thoughts.

" Naru it should also be assumed since our arrival the Ghost motives have changed. After all we have women in our group as well. More women means she would feel more threatened over whoever she is protecting. I don't think we should think just because the girls are with someone they will be safe." Gene said.

Everyone stared at Gene because first he challenged Naru's decisions and he actually said something that was a possibility and no one had thought of it. Well except me and Lin who already had figured this out as well.

Naru look at Gene for awhile and he smiled. WAIT Naru smiled oh no hell froze over.

" You are quite right Gene, we must also take that into consideration. Mai, Ayako, and Masako, I want you three to always be with someone who can protect to you if the need ever arises. Is that understood? "Naru asked as he looked right at me.

I glared at him but nodded anyway. Good then, Mai I want you to take the temperature readings of every room. I kept the glare and got up and grabbed the clipboard and paper and the thermometer. I looked over at Sei, he nodded and got up and followed me out. I felt someone staring at me, so I looked back and saw Naru glaring at us as we walked out.

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Sei and I worked quickly it wasn't until we got to the last room did I stop and ask him what he was going to tell me.

" Sei what are you exactly and what were you going to say?"

Sei took a deep breath and pushed me against the wall. I stared up at him; I didn't feel I should be scared of him in anyway. Actually I felt quite safe with him like we have been friends for a long time.

" Mai, your sister and I have a special relationship that is complicated. There is no need for you to know that relationship now however. Sei stared at me with his eyes begging me to understand.

I nodded. " I trust you Sei."

He smiled and ran his fingers through my hair. " it hasn't changed just as soft as I remember.

" what do you mean by that?"

Sei opened his mouth to respond but then Naru's voice sounded from the walkie talkie we were carrying interrupting him.

" Mai hurry up and get back to base it shouldn't take that long to set up the camera's." Naru's cold voice sounded slightly irritated.

" I wonder what his problem is?" I thought.

" Well Sei looks like his majesty is being impatient let's get this done."

Sei nodded and helped me set everything up once we were done we started walking back to base. On the way there I looked over at Sei. At that moment I felt he was familiar to me like someone I had seen in a dream.

" Do you see something you like Mai?"

I gasped stopping short and staring at him. He looked back and smiled.

" I am only joking but you have been staring at me for awhile." His voice sounded amused.

I blushed about ten shades of red. " I…I'm sorry I just had a feeling I had seen you before.

His smiled dropped and he looked side to side and then quickly grabbed my hand and pulled me over to the backdoor leading to the garden. The garden was filled with roses, never before have I seen so many roses.

"Back home there are roses everywhere, red, white, and pink. However the rare and beautiful ones only the royal family can touch. Blue and Black roses cover the royal family's respected kingdoms."

I looked over at Sei he had a serene look on his face with a slight smile.

"Kingdoms, where do you live Sei?"

He looked over at me and smiled again. His smile was so beautiful it lit up his whole face.

"In a different world, where humans are not ignorant of the magic around them." He said

This statement had me interested. "What is the royal family like?"

Sei looked back at the flowers. "There are two royal families the one of light and the one of Darkness if you will. The royal family of darkness has been in a feud with the royal family of light for centuries. However with the new generation of rulers the feud has ended and only a few people still continue to attack the family of light."

" what are the royal family of light and Darkness?" I felt I knew the answer but I wanted Sei to confirm my suspicions.

Sei sighed and took my hand and led me into the middle of the field of flowers and we sat down facing each other.

" The family of light is your family Mai, the guardians and I sure you already know by now. The family of darkness is the Demons."

I will give you a little history on how these two families came to hate each other then make a treaty.

Humans and demons were the first creatures in this world. However the elements were involved as well."

I was about to ask Sei what he meant by the Elements being involved he made it sound like they could interact with people; but he held up his hand and shook his head.

" Let me explain, the elements at the time did not have a physical body the spoke through the nature around them. Also Demons were not the only supernatural creatures. In little children's books today they are talked about and little girls dress up and pretend they are one. I am talking about Fairies Mai. The first users of the Elements, fairies protected humans from the Demons; because back then Demons were ruthless and cruel they would attack the humans and kill them, and eat them to gain their energy. The more humans a Demon killed the more powerful they become. They don't have to kill humans to become powerful though. Only the strongest Demons the one who train themselves day after day and reach the level of power they have can be called a true Demon. The Demons back then were cowards and preyed on the Humans for fun and the scent of fear and blood. The priestesses and Priest had finally had enough of how they were being treated. They called upon the Elements, Water, Fire, Earth, Wind and lightning, to help them. The elements having watched them struggle and the fairies trying their best to help responded. They created the Guardians out of themselves. Meaning the Guardian of each respective element were the masters of the elements they control. Demons were forced into submission by the Guardians. They might have been humans but they were stronger and had more power. Generations passed and the current rulers Ariel and Nick were the strongest amongst the Guardians.

Ariel's mother Cecilia built the kingdom the Guardians rule over today. Humans took their protectors for advantage. They thought since they were the ones to call upon them that the Guardians had to obey their commands. Cecilia did not take kindly to this. She told the leaders of the Humans. "We have been nice and kind to you and this is how you repay us. No more will we let ourselves belittled from this day on you will call me Queen Cecilia. Cecilia ruled for many years and kept peace within the kingdom. She watched Ariel grow up but she would never see her 18th birthday. The Demons revolted against the Guardians they could no longer take being ruled over by Humans. Cecilia died protecting her daughter and her future husband. I am not sure Nina told you but in the Guardians the female is the most powerful and the men well they have power but are not as strong as the women. On the day of Queen Cecilia's death Ariel become Queen Ariel. She and her Husband Nick were at war with the Demons for many long years. However, they did have children during the time. When Ariel was giving birth to her fourth child, the Demons had broken through the Castles defenses and were attacking the Castle. There was no time to counter attack everyone tried their best to protect the Queen and her still unborn child. However when Ariel finally gave birth her child was pronounced dead. Ariel was weak she could not get the strength after hearing her baby girl was dead. Demons attacked her while she held her baby in her hands hoping a miracle would happen. You see Ariel was told her baby was going to be weakest Guardian ever.

The Guardians only had one child, and to have four like Ariel meant the power she passed on to her kids was shared among each of them. Her fourth child would get the least amount of power from her. The Queen of the Fairies however came to her one day and told the queen she will give the child the protection and power of the ancient fairies. The king of Demons having heard about her child visited Ariel as well. The King of Demons had no part in the rebellion even he was having his own subjects fight against him. He gave the still unborn child his blessing as well. Giving her the protection and power of the ancient Demons, now it seemed that was all for waste since the child did not make it. Ariel was getting ready to receive the killing blow. When her child opened it eyes for the first time, and cried. Ariel was shocked she stared down at her child and watched with each cry waves of power were emitted. The power waves destroyed and sealed each Demon who was rebelling against the kingdoms. The war was over thanks to one tiny little baby. The power in the kingdom was slowly fading Ariel had placed her children and her husband into a deep sleep. She looked down at the baby in her arms and was about to do the same but her magic was rejected. The child's power would not allow it, so she called upon her best commanders. Chase and Reina she opened a portal into the non-magical dimension and sent them to watch over her child until her 13th birthday, when the power and magic and the kingdom will be restored, and will awaken from its long sleep; When the princess finally returned there was peace once again."

I stared at Sei for the longest time while he played with one of the flowers. An image of his glowing red eyes flashed in my mind.

" Sei are you a Demon?"

He looked over at me and nodded. " I am, my father is the Demon king and I am his first born." He said rather calmly.

My eyes widened Sei was a Demon and not just any Demon, he was the Prince of Demons!

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Naru's Pov

Where is Mai I told her to back 20mins ago. Looking through the camera's that were set up I tried to see where she was. She didn't seem to be anywhere. I looked back to the camera where she last was until I saw movement where the back door was. The shadow was getting closer until Mai and that Sei guy walked right in front of the camera. I sighed in relieve until I saw something that made my blood boil. THEY WERE HOLDING HANDS. That bastard was holding my Mai, my assistants' hand. I clenched my fist until the pencil in my hand broke in half.

" Naru are you ok?" Lin's voice sounded next to me.

I didn't answer him I just kept watching Mai and that BOY walk back to base.

Mai's Pov

Sei and I were walking back holding hands. I don't know how we ended up holding hands but it felt right, like I was holding the hand of my older brother even though I don't have one. Everything was fine until the house started shaking. Sei tightened his hold on my hand.

" She is angry" Sei stated

I nodded agreeing with him the woman in those house was pissed beyond believe. Sei and I stood there for a few minutes until we hear the others calling our names. I was about to walk towards their voices but my vision went black and I started falling.

Mai's Dream:

When I opened my eyes there was a little girl standing in front of me. She was staring at me and looking like she was waiting for me.

" Miss you should leave my mom hates you." The litter girl said

" Why does she hate me?"

The little girl was fidgeting now twisting and untwisting her hand in her dress.

" Its ok you can tell me." I tried to reassure the little girl.

She looked up at me and held out her hand for me to take. I did as she asked and all of a sudden the scene changed. There was the little girl but she looked about 5 years old now sitting on the floor playing. Her mother and Father were watching her with smiles on their faces. The mother looked so happy something must have changed to make her become so crazy. That's when it happened I saw the horrible change that made the mother the way she is.

" Momma look what I can do."

The little girl held the block she had in her hand it started levitating a few inches above her hand. The mothers face darkened but the father seemed over joyed.

" look my love our child has inherited our powers."

The mother simply nodded her head and watched as her husband moved towards their child and started teaching all the different things she can do with her power. The scene started changing but one thing was always constant. The mother would watch her daughter and her husband practice her powers. Eventually one day while the husband was out she took her daughter to her room.

"Never use those powers again don't even show them to your father. Mommy and Daddy haven't been spending much time together anymore because he is always playing with you. Even at night he talks about you. I have had enough you will play with yourself from now on got it." The mother's voice was harsh and scathing.

" Yes momma" the little girl said in a quiet voice.

" Good" the mother walked out and slammed the door waiting for her husband to come home. However her husband didn't seem to care about the fact she was waiting for him. He immediately asked her where their daughter was when he walked in. The mother however told him she was sleeping. He just nodded and took the cup of tea out her hand and walked to his office. The scene changed once again to where the mother and the father were standing in the kitchen and they were arguing.

" You spend all your time on her now you never pay any attention to me anymore"

" She has inherited out ablated she needs to be trained or else they are going to harm her. I would appreciate it if you would help her on the parts of your power she has."

" Now you want me to join you. These past two years all it was, was Amelia this and Amelia that. Not once had you asked me for help."

" Well I wanted to but I was so caught up in the fact that she had our powers."

" NO you obviously love her more than me."

" Anna your being ridiculous."

" Am I Shane am I, because that it how it looks to me."

" I don't have time for this Anna, It's time for me to train Amelia some more. You may join us if you wish."

The father shook his head and picked up the child now known as Amelia, and the my First Dream played out all over again. The scene faded and Amelia was standing in front of me.

" Now do you understand why momma is angry with you."

" I shook my head no I must of missed something."

Amelia sighed " My daddy looks just like your friend Sei."

I gasped because she was right there were only slight difference like height and the fact that Sei is a Demon but to a Jealousy crazed Ghost who blinded by her emotions she wouldn't be able to tell the difference.

Amelia nodded. " Be careful my Momma wants you dead the most out of everyone else in your group."

After Amelia said that the Astral plane started to fade and I felt myself return to the waking world.

" Mai can you hear me?"

I opened my eyes to see Naru holding me in his arms. I was about to get up quickly but his arms tightened and he stood up. Looking over I saw Sei standing there with a bottle of water in his hand. Naru started walking back to base and once there he set me on the couch.

Sei walked over when he moved away and handed the water he had in his hand.

" Drink this the woman tried to attack you while you were out, but your power protected you. However she took some of your power with her." Sei whispered to me.

My eyes widened and I was about to say something to Sei, but a hand on my arm stopped me. I looked up and saw Gene was here as well.

" Don't worry Mai she can't handle the type of power you hold. This will just make it easier to stop her, since she will be weakened by trying to use your power. Gene soothed me.

I nodded and started to drink the water Sei handed to me. As soon as I took a sip I felt so thirsty I drank the whole thing. I noticed however my body seemed to be filled with energy I didn't have before.

" Sei what was in that water?"

Sei looked at Gene and he nodded.

" Tell her Sei" Gene said.

" Mai I had to put a few drops of my blood in there. Don't freak out, this is something natural actually. I told you the Guardians were about to bring Demons under their control. Well it was done through blood bonds. The Guardian would have the Demon take some of their blood but before the Demon could even understand what had happened they were already bond and could do nothing. However that is not the only thing our blood was good for. Our blood had the power to help a Guardian regain their lost energy faster. A Guardian's blood for a Demon gave them power that is why it is forbidden for a Demon to drink a Guardian's blood. "

I stared at Sei I thought all the surprises were over but this last one really hit me and I found myself blacking out once again.

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I woke up holding my head in pain. My body ached all over I look around base everyone was gone except Sei and Naru. Strange thing was the seemed to be getting along. I shook my head a few times trying to remember why I am laying on the couch in base, when memories came flashing back of blacking out and my dream, to Sei telling me I drank his blood. I gasped out loud which seemed to get Naru's and Sei's attention. Sei immediately stood and up and walked over to me.

"How are you feeling Mai?" Sei asked while running his hands through my hair.

" I am fine except I'm a bit sore." I told him

Sei nodded and then picked me up princess style, I squeaked in surprise.

" What are you doing Sei?"

" Taking you back to your room." He answered

Sei was about to walk out of the room when there was a hand on his shoulder. Naru was standing there with a glare.

" Give her to me Sei I will not have you doing whatever you wish with my employees. Naru said with ice dripping from every word.

I shivered in fear and the sound of Naru's voice. He sounded so sexy just now, wait what am I thinking, Naru would never think of me that way clear your head Mai.

" Alright but be careful she is quite heavy" Sei said with a smile on his face.

" Hey I am not fat!" I yelled at him

" Be quite Mai do you want to wake up the whole house." Naru said after I was settled in his arms.

I blushed and hid my face in Naru's shirt hoping he could not see my reaction.

Sei's POV

I watched Oliver carry Mai out of the room, I smiled after them when will that boy see what is right in front of him. I turned around back to the monitors, when I felt a presence. The smile dropped from my face there were no emotions on my face just a blank mask.

" Is there a reason why you are here Princess Nina"

" Hi to you to Sei, I see you are taking care of my little sister well."

" Mai and I are childhood friends you know that you played with us often. Even if you had not ordered me to I would have gladly come here and protected Mai." I said with no emotion looking Nina straight in the eyes.

" Yes I know that but time is of the essence Sei, Soon Hell's gate will open letting the power that woman seeks out. It will kill everyone in this house something must be done."

I smiled at what Nina said.

" Why the hell are you smiling damn it this is not funny."

" oh I know that Princess but that Woman or Anna has taken some of Mai's power."

"What how could that happen, What were you doing this time?"

" Me oh I was listening to Water and Gene."

" Apprently Water has it all planned out the second Hell's gate opens, Water will release a huge wave of power and I will add my own power to it overriding the power of the spell and forcing the gate backs where it belongs."

" That's all great and dandy but where the fuck is Water going to get this energy when she is separated from her master."

" Ah that matter has already been resolved she will use Anna's energy against her which in turn weakens Anna and gives Mai the distraction she needs to purify the house of the Amelia and her father."

" So how are going to make sure she doesn't attack Mai while she is doing this?"

"Once again I have already thought of this. I look just like her dead husband ill use that to my advantage.

I felt quite proud of myself for coming up with that idea when Nina snapped her head to the door.

" Oliver is returning, Speaking of that boy lock his powers so he can't use them. If he interferes the whole plan will be ruined."

I nodded and Nina disappeared and at the same time Oliver walked into the room.

" Lin what info do you have for me." Naru asked the Chinese man.

" Oh crap I forgot he was here I stared at them going over some information on the house."

" Lin stared at me when I heard his voice reverberate in my head."

" Don't worry I won't tell what you planning I also think it is a good idea."

I was shocked that he was able to enter my mind, I must have had all my defenses down.

Seeing as I wasn't needed I walked out of base and walked to Mai's room where I saw her and gene curled up fast asleep.

" HAHA looks like he is just as worried for her as I am."

Staying silent I walked over to the other side of the bed and slide in quietly. Mai shifted so she had a hand on each of our hands. I smiled at her and fell asleep as well watching that adorable face.

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Mai pov:

There was this annoying beeping sound in my head and all I wanted to do was sleep, but the noise kept going. Finally though I felt the bed dip and the sound stopped. I sighed and settled back in bed. However something wrapped around my waist. I quickly sat up with a scream stuck in my throat when I looked over I saw Sei staring at me with a smirk on his face.

" Sleep well princess?" Sei said

" Sei how the hell did you get in here?" I asked

" Well after your precious Naru carried you to bed, I followed shortly after and joined you. However I don't know when Gene came in here."

" Gene? What are you talking about Sei."

Sei smile grew and he pointed to the other side of the bed. Mai looked over and her eyes widened.

" Sei" Mai hissed.

" what is going one you both have your own damn rooms. USE THEM!"

Mai quickly clapped her hand over her mouth when she realized she had spoken to loud. Gene started to move and he rolled over onto his back with his eyes opening.

" This is certainly an interesting wakeup call Mai. I would preferred if you had given me a kiss or something though, instead of talking so loud."

" I'm so sorry Gene I didn't mean to wake you up. This idiot here" Mai gestured to Sei. " Is the one who got me mad and I forgot you were also sleeping."

" hmm I see its ok, I understand Sei can be a bit annoying… OW! What was that for Sei?"

Mai blinked wondering what she had missed because Sei appeared to have not moved at all, but that could also be because she was staring at the blankets the whole time. However Gene said another smart comment and she saw it. A tiny little ball of energy hit Gene in the head. She looked over at Sei and saw is eyes were glowing a bright brown color and his fingers looked like they had just flicked something.

" Woah! how did you do that Sei?

" What? Oh hit him in the head. I just gathered some energy into the size of a nickel, and flicked it. It is a good skill, the skill takes lots of practice and major control. Because you can change the pressure of the energy whether you want it to feel like a bee sting."Sei hit Gene again…..

" Like that or make it a major injury which I will not demonstrate on Gene."

" I see that's so cool" Mai said

She was about to say something else when she noticed the time and quickly ran around the room grabbing what she needs for a shower, and ran in. The water could be heard turning on and Mai getting into the shower. Both boys looked at each other and nodded in silent agreement. They would help each other and get Naru to realize his feeling for Mai, and watch over Mai and protect her.

The door to the bedroom banged open. The boys were already done getting dressed. However they did not think the object of their Princesses emotions would come in, but there Naru stood with a dark expressions. He stared down Gene and Sei, right as they were about to cower in fear Mai walked out of the bathroom.

" Oh hey Naru what are you doing here?"

" I wanted to know where MY tea, was about 15mins ago."

Mai quickly rushed past him and went to the kitchen to make his tea. Sei started after Mai knowing exactly what happen to her in the kitchen the other day. Mai watched the tea soak into the water. Before she tasted it, after a while of letting the tea leaves soak. Mai tested the tea and deemed it perfect. She walked back to base and walked in gave Naru his tea. Mai waited a few minutes knowing she was never going to get a kiss, but for some reason she wished Naru would kiss her.

Sei watched as a myriad of emotions went across Mai's face. She snapped out when Monk called her name.

" Hey Mai did you sleep well."

" Yes, thank you."

Naru sipped his tea then turned around to face the group.

"Last night the camera's picked up in the basement that the temperature was dropping rapidly and fast." Naru said.

Mai's eyes widened and sure turned to Sei and Gene, they both nodded.

" We are going to check out the basement later tonight I want to finish this case quickly." Naru stated

Everyone nodded and agreed with Naru.

" Good, you may do whatever you like for the rest of the day be back here after dinner."

Mai, Sei and Gene walked out of the room together and back to the garden Mai and Sei talked in yesterday. As they were walking out Naru glared at Sei and his brother.

Naru's POV

" My brother and that Sei have been spending an awful lot amount of time with my Mai." Naru said aloud.

" No need to worry about it Oliver, your brother I'm sure knows your feelings and Sei just seems to have brotherly feelings towards Mai." Lin said.

Naru turned around and stared at Lin. " Have you lost your mind Lin, I have no feelings for Mai. I just don't want my brother being around her to much or else he might become stupid and Sei because he isn't even on the team."

Instead of arguing with him Lin decided just to nod and agree with him. Even though he was clearly in love with Mai, shaking his head when Naru wasn't looking Lin thought, " He might be the great Oliver Davis, but he has no intelligence when it comes to love."

Mai's pov

Mai and Sei were sitting across from each other while Gene walked around them. He continued to make the same circuit about five times but he stopped when he saw Mai's body glow blue and Sei's glow red. He glow spread out and wrapped around each other. Mai's eyes snapped open and reveled that her eyes were glowing blue and when Sei opened his they were glowing red. Gene felt rather then saw the barrier form around them cutting them off from the outside world. Inside the barrier the roses had turned blue and black.

Gene clapped his hands. "Alright Mai it seems you have mastered your control over your energy quite well."

Laughing Sei said, "Gene come on this is simple if a Guardian couldn't do this they would die. Their power would become too much to handle and kill them."

Gene nodded, "Yes I know but it doesn't hurt to praise her a bit does it. Anyway way Anna will try to control your power when she wants to bring all the demons in Hell under her control. At that time you will send that energy out to let Water know its time."

Mai nodded and concentrated on releasing her power in small amounts.

"Good Mai, and while you are doing that I will seal your Naru's power so he doesn't interfere, I'll also be the one pretending I'm the one purifying Anna while you stand back with Gene."

They continued to practice this for a few more minutes when a shock wave went through the barrier. Mai and Sei let down the barrier. The house was shaking, " Looks like we ran out of time Anna is going to summon Hell's gate now!" Mai yelled.

All three of them looked at each other and ran for the house.

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Mai, Gene, and Sei rushed into the house and immediately fell to their knees. Strong Spiritual winds were blowing all throughout the house making it hard to breath for the trio.

" Mai do something we won't be able to get to the basement if we can't move" Gene yelled to Mai but started coughing from the strain.

Mai looked around eyes glowing bright blue trying to find a weak point in the wind but was having no luck.

" Sei what do we do Gene won't last long with this much spirit energy flowing in the house. I'm sure Masako has collapsed somewhere as well. Mai looked at Sei whose eyes were glowing red looking around as well.

Sei looked at Gene and saw him curled up in a ball trying to get air into lungs.

" Crap were going to have to teleport to the basement. Mai do you think Gene can make it."

Mai crawled over to Gene and laid her hand on his head and tested how much energy he had left to spare.

Nodding her head to Sei she grabbed Gene's hand and blue light surrounded them. When the blue light disappeared the winds were gone and they were standing in front of a wooden door.

Holding his head from the headache he received from not getting enough oxygen. "Looks like we made it to the basement" Gene observed

" Yes and the rest of SPR is already inside" Sei said as he materialized beside them a moment later.

" Come on" Mai said we need to get in there.

Mai walked over and placed two hands on the door and pushed, the door came flying open and hit the wall behind it.

" There no locked door can keep me out" Mai smiled back at them and walked in.

" Scary, remind me never to make Mai mad Sei" Gene whispered as he followed Mai in.

" So you have finally come"

Inside the room was dark but in the center was Anna with a glowing circle around her. The wall had glowing writing on them as well. However it was in a different language. Mai looked around and saw the SPR team pinned to the wall by the wind from earlier.

" Let them go Anna it is me you want. They have nothing to do with this." Mai said

" Oh but they do, they are helping you take my dear Shane away from me I won't let you." Anna screamed. Mai was thrown against the wall and was trapped like the rest of SPR.

" Mai!" Gene yelled and went to help her but was pinned to the wall as well.

" So you plan to kill everyone with the demons you're going to summon." Sei said as he stepped into the room.

" Yes I am so please wait a bit my beloved and these bugs will be taken care of."

" Sure" Sei leaned against the wall and made a motion for Anna to continue.

" Thank you dear" Anna turned back to the glowing circle

" I Anna summon the Gate of hell through my contact with Devil Lucifer"

The ground started shaking and dirt was falling all around them, The floor glowed brighter within the circle and started to crack open. When the cracking of the floor stopped there was a large black hole and a red and black gate was rising out of the floor.

" Now Mai" Sei said.

Mai closed her eyes and a small wave of power hit Anna. She screamed in pain and turned back to the group.

" You bitch, how dare you try to interfere." Anna raised her hand and water flowed around her hand and shot out towards Mai.

Mai smirked " I win" Mai whispered. The attack slammed into Mai but it didn't do any damage. The Water just absorbed itself into Mai's body. Once Mai regained her power, the rest of SPR came out of the magical induced sleep Anna had placed them in.

A chorus of Mai's and Gene's were heard from them as they woke up.

" No, just because your friend are awake doesn't mean you can win" Anna glared at Mai.

" Your right, but you have forgotten about me, Anna" Sei moved in front of Mai and his body was glowing red.

" Sorry Anna but you are not the only one with the power to control Hell's gate. Return to once you came and end the contract between this spirit that is order from the first born son of the Demon king."

The shaking stopped almost instantly and the gate slowly sank back into the ground.

" AHH, How could you Shane?" Anna rushed forward and circled her hands around Sei's neck. Sei didn't move though he didn't even react to her choking him.

" Anna I'm sure your Spirit has reached its limit" Sei said calmly.

" No I have plenty of energy left to bring you back to me Shane." Anna said with a sadistic smile

" That's just it Anna, he is not Shane." Mai spoke from where she was trapped.

Anna whipped her head around to face Mai. " Liar you just want him for yourself."

" Enough Anna, I am not Shane my name is Sei release me"

Anna started trembling and backed away. " What's going on all my energy it gone" Anna whimpered

" You took power that was not yours now the effects of using that power is backfiring." Gene spoke up this time.

" No, NO I can't go yet I must get my Shane back"

" Mommy, Daddy never left you" Amelia floated down from the ceiling along with her father.

Shane floated over to Anna and wrapped his arms around her. " I am sorry my wife, I was so focused on our child, I forgot about your feelings. Forgive me" Shane said.

" You, came back to me, thank goodness." Anna sprit started glowing gold and she disappeared.

Shame and Amelia turned to SPR and bowed and also disappeared in the same glowing gold light.

" Well now that is settled I think I will go now" Sei turned to leave but a voice stopped him.

" No, you will stay here and explain this Demon business" Naru said as the wind surrounded him fell away.

The rest of team was free as well and were checking each other making sure no one was hurt.

" Sigh, I guess I have no choice huh. Alright Naru I will answer your questions."

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Mai's pov:

I heard Naru tell Sei that he was going to have to explain what he meant by him being the first son of the Demon king. I have to admit I was quite curious as well but scared, what if I had to reveal my secret I wasn't ready yet. I looked over at Sei with slight panic in my eyes. He smiled at me and nodded his head. He seemed to understand so I relaxed a little bit.

"It's going to be ok Mai don't worry Sei knows to keep you being a Guardian a secret he won't say anything unnecessary." Gene said to me through our connection

I looked up at Gene as all of us began to walk back to base after Ayako deemed us all ok. I hung back to walk with Gene.

" I know just that this is Naru he can tell when someone is keeping things from him, he might try everything in his power to figure out what that something is." I expressed my worried to Gene

"I know Mai, Naru is my brother after all but don't worry Lin and I can handle him if such a thing does happen. Calm down no one will know your secret until you are ready to tell it." Gene soothed me.

Gene and I then stopped outside the base door while everyone went in. He reached down and took my hand with a certain reverence to the action. Like he was touching royalty, well he was but still. He caressed the palm of my hand before he turned it over to place a gentle kiss on the back of my hand. Then let my hand slide slowly from his back down to my side. I was stunned by this, and couldn't speak. Gene smiled and placed his hand on my lower back and led me back into base.

" I'm glad you two could join us Mai, Gene now sit down so I can start the interview." Naru stated coldly.

Gene and I quickly sat down on the couch and faced Naru and Sei.

" Sei you have been an irritation ever since this case started. You distracted my assistant and got in the way of our investigation. However that is not my focus: who are you? where are you from, and what do you mean you're a demon?" Naru slightly growled out.

Sei smirked at Naru which only seemed to irritate Naru further.

" Well, Naru as I said earlier I am the son of the Demon King, and before you jump to conclusions no not all Demons are bad like on the Urado case. Actually that wasn't even a real Demon. I was born from Demon parents he made himself into a Demon, Which we fellow Demons look down upon. Anyway as for who am I, Well I am the second leader of the Demon nation in the universe I live in, and before you can as Yasu. No my father is not Satan."

Everyone looked at Yasu to see him deflate back into his chair. We all chuckled at that.

" My father name is Austin, yeah don't hate because it isn't one of those awesome weird dark Demon names you read in books. Humans make all that up without any real knowledge anyway. Although Lucifer is real I'll tell you that. Nice Demon a little bit weird but nice over all, Helped me out in a pinch once. Anyway the where am I from you won't find on any map, like I said I life in another Universe a whole different dimension from you. Where Humans and Demons live together in a semi peaceful world." Sei concluded

Everyone openly stared at him like he was crazy except for Mai, Naru, Lin and Gene.

" Sigh, I guess I'm going to have to show you the truth." Sei looked at Mai from the corner of his eye.

"Yes Sei, I give you permission to show them your true form. I release you." Mai said to Sei

Sei nodded and closed his eyes. The air pressure around him changed. Slowly chains appeared around his body and they broke off and fell away. His hair began to darken and was now a black color. His physical body changed as well muscles became more defined and toned. The pressure died down and he opened his eyes to reveal blood red eyes.

The boys all gasped and shock and John even gripped his holy water a little tighter. Masako and Ayako however were almost drooling on the floor. Sei saw this and winked at them making Masako pass out. I laughed in my head at this, the Masako who flirts with Naru day in and day out passes out because, someone extremely sexy winked at her. I'm not going to lie; Sei looks down right sexy even better than Naru. I looked over at Naru to see his reaction to all this, but he was stoic as ever no emotion at all on his face, however he was staring at me for some reason. I wanted to ask him what he problem was but Gene interrupted me before I could.

" Wow so you really are a Demon, do you have any cool powers and stuff? Gene asked.

"Yeah, what do Demon's do anyway, do they go around ghost hunting like you or prey on innocent humans." Yasu asked excitedly with a gleam in his eye and a bright smile on his face.

Sei chuckled and it sent shivers down my body looked over at Ayako I can see she was affected as well but ten times as much as me. Her face was flushed and she looked like she was having hard time breathing.

" No, I don't ghost hunt for fun like you guys I actually came on a special request from a friend of mine, who noticed the large amount of energy coming from this house. No, also to preying on humans I didn't get the power I did my taking human souls or devouring humans. . I can do many things but it would take too long to share with you. I actually trained everyday to be as powerful as I am now. However there are Demons who devour humans and their souls. They are lower class Demon you could say their power is fake and unnatural. Unlike mine that came from hard work. I don't kill humans I'm not like that. I actually protect humans…. However there are some that I have second thoughts on leaving alive. Sei's voice was smooth and rich and he captured everyone's attention when he spoke.

At the mention of some Humans that he had second thoughts about not killing, the Takahashi's daughter Sarah came strolling in. She took one look around the room and when she saw Sei she walked up to him and placed her hand on his chest.

" I don't think I have seen you before are you with the ghost hunting team?"

Sei only nodded he refused to speak to someone so far beneath him even if he was taught by his father to respect all women. He also didn't like this girl because she shared the same name with his mother except they were spelled different. His mother was Sara queen of Demons and rightly so if she could deal with his father antics all day.

" Oh I see well how about when you are done here you join me on a date later today?" Sarah cooed.

Sei was about to answer but Mai beat him to it. " I'm sure he would love to go with you Ms. Takahashi but unfortunately Sei, Gene, and I already made plans." Mai said with a slight edge to her voice.

" I don't remember asking you." Sarah shot back at Mai.

Sarah turned away from Sei and walked towards Mai like she was better than her.

" Sarah where are you?" A voice called out from the hall and the oldest sister Ayame stuck her head in the door.

" Ah, there you are" Ayame walked over and grabbed Sarah by the ear and began to walk out with Sarah protesting the whole way. Right before Ayame walked out of the room though she stopped and turned around.

" I'm sorry for my little sister and also for not being here yesterday I got home late and everyone was already asleep. I thank you for helping us all out. My parents are going to want to know how everything is going since they both left for work early this morning and Sarah and I had just recently returned from a shopping trip." Ayame said

So that explains why none of the family was in the house while the Anna was attacking

" I see well tell them we are all finished and I will be expecting the payment in the morning." Naru stated.

Ayame bowed her head then proceeded to walk out the door. Looking back at Sei I saw him burning a hole in the shirt Sarah had touched.

" What are you doing?" I yelled.

" Getting the place that Human touched me, She is quite dirty. I had a quick look into her past and she flirts and does anything with the male species." Sei said with disgust.

I shuddered as did everyone else.

" Well, if you're done here Naru I would like to leave now." Sei said

" Yes, but one last thing. Would you like to work for me?" Naru said bluntly.

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Mai's pov
I looked at naru in shock. Did he just ask Sei to work for him? I looked over at Gene to confirm those words. Gene was smiling and trying to contain his laughter at everyone's varied faces of surprise.

" I won't ask again would you like to work for me Sei" Naru asked.

Sei smiled showing perfectly white teeth. "Sure that way I can see Mai every day."Sei exclaimed.

Naru's stoic face changed into a frown. "You will not distract Mai, besides I never said you be working in the office. You will help us out on cases or if we need information." Naru said.

" hey that's my job." Yasu yelled.

" I'm very aware of this Yasuhara, However there might be a time we need info only Sei could provide us with." Naru stated.

" I see well ok" Yasu sighed.

"Now start packing" Naru ordered.

The next morning was interesting to say the least. When Sarah heard we were leaving she got up extra early and put on a sluttish outfit. It looked similar to my Guardian outfit but they is where the comparison ends. The halter top had rips in it to show her cleavage and left little to the imagination and the skirt was the same worse part was she wasn't wearing any underwear. She waltzed right up to Sei but before she could touch him. Her sister ran out and screamed at her to get changed immediately. I could see the relief on Sei's face that I had to giggle a little bit. Sei heard me and turned and gave me a smile.

"Please Mai don't laugh you know I am sexy but between you and me the only woman I will allow to touch me is you. Sei's smooth and velvet voice sounded in my head.

I gasped and tried not to blush at what he meant by that. I kept my head forward and quickly got into the van and hide my face in my hands. I didn't move until I felt Naru and Lin slide in next to me. Since it would take awhile to get back I decided to try and sleep for a little while longer.

Dream

" It's coming"

" Yes it is impossible to stop"

" Do you think they will get in the way"

" Yes, but whoever it is won't have enough power."

" The Guardians will pay"

"Yes they will pay"

I shot up quickly almost hitting my head on the dashboard but the seatbelt locked and I was held back. I was gasping for air, The Guardians will pay played over and over again in my head. What could possibly be coming and who has such a big grudge on the Guardians. All I heard was voices and no faces to go with them. I covered my face but all of a sudden I felt a hand on my shoulder, I looked up to see Naru staring at me.

" Are you alright Mai, What did you dream?" Naru voice was cold but there was some warmth in it as well.

" Nothing it was just a simple nightmare. I am fine." I lied and for once Naru seemed to believe me.

He nodded his head and turned back to his book. I leaned my head back and stared at the ceiling of the van until we got back to the office. We arrived first so Lin and I started taking in the equipment.

"What did you really dream Mai." Lin asked me as we both picked up a monitor.

" I didn't see anything just voice but they wanted the Guardian's to pay and something was going coming that could do so, and there was no way to stop it." I said quickly

Lin's eyes widened but returned to his normal stoic face quickly. I see maybe you should talk to Sei about it.

"Yes" I said aloud but in my head I though, "as well as my sister."

Lin and I were half done before the rest of the team came back Sei materialized next to me and Gene walked over.

"What happened Mai" they both thought together.

I replayed the dream in my head. I looked at them Sei had a serious look on his face while Gene looked just like Naru when he was thinking about something. Finally Sei relaxed and said " I sent Nina the dream you showed me"

" What did she say?" I asked

" That whoever the dream was about must have been about the past Guardians, because she cannot think of anyone who would hold such a grudge against the Guardians in this time. She wants you to be extra careful and to stay with me and Gene during our next case."

"So she thinks our next case will be about my dream I just had."

"Of course she does. Mai your power does not show you anything that is outside of your cases. Your power filters the dream's you get." Sei said.

"Oh great it's like parent lock on the TV."I grumbled

"HAHA not forever Mai just until you have a better understanding of your powers, then you're on your own." Gene explained.

This made me feel a little bit better. Since we were done and I could hear Naru calling us, we walked back inside. Naru was standing there in the middle of the room.

"Mai tea I just got a call from a potential client who will be here momentarily." Naru said.

I nodded and walked into the kitchen but could still hear the conversation.

" It's good that you are all here I want you to stay and listen to the case so I don't have to waste my time explaining the case to you later."

Once the tea was done I walked out and handed everyone a cup and set down two cups of tea for the guest just as the door opened and the clients walked in. A woman who seemed to be in her late 30's who had pin straight black hair down to her waist and a fair complexion. She was wearing a simple white button up shirt with a jacket and a black skirt. The boy looked about 17 and had blonde hair and blue eyes like John and a loose T-shit with dark blue jeans and skater shoes. One his right hand was a hand warmer that ended at his wrist. I walked over to greet them, "Hi my name is Mai welcome to SPR please come sit down." The woman smiled at me and bowed her head, "Thank you my name is Suzuki and this is my cousin Yuu. Yuu smiled at me and picked up my hand and kissed it, "nice to meet such a lovely lady." I blushed and walked them to the couches. I saw Sei giving the boy a death glare, I smacked the back of his head and mouthed be nice.

He simply turned his head away like a child and pouted. I shook my head and ignored him turning back to our potential clients.

" Well miss Suzuki what is the problem." Naru said bluntly

I sent him a glare but he ignored me and continued to focus on the client.

" Well how to explain, at night you can hear strange voices whispering in a different language they seem to be chanting. During the day objects will float around then when someone walks into the room they return to the places they came from. None of this was a problem till my cousin Yuu came to visit me and things got violent. Yuu would wake up scream with cuts all along his body."

Everyone looked at Yuu and he pull the collar of the shirt off his shoulder to show us sever cuts forming a diamond on his shoulder. Yuu spoke up this time

" At first they would appear in places I assumed I just scratched myself against something and wasn't paying attention, but every night I would wake up with a new one and slowly they form a diamond shape. The cuts don't last very long though they disappear as the day goes on. This is the last on I have before fresh ones will be made tonight." Yuu shivered but continued to smile.

" So as you can see I don't know what to do, I had Yuu stay in a hotel one night but even that didn't work and he still got cut up." Suzuki's body began to tremble in fear.

John and I went to comfort the poor woman. I looked over at Naru pleading him with my eyes. He sighed and looked at Suzuki.

" Miss Suzuki please prepare rooms for everyone you see here and a base for us to set up our equipment we will take the case."

Suzuki smiled brightly since the first time she got here. "Oh thank you so much" She said.

" Yes well leave your name and your phone number with my assistant we will be there in two days. Suzuki nodded gave me the necessary information and rushed out the door. Yuu followed her out but not before coming up to me and whispering in my ear. "You think just because you have great power mean you can stop us. Not even your Demon friend can save you" he hissed.

He turned quickly and slid out the door before anyone can notice what he had done. I fell heavily into the couch when I felt strong arms wrap around me. I saw Gene and Sei hugging me and smiling at me with a look in their eyes that said not to worry. I smiled and nodded and relaxed in their arms.

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Naru's POV

This new case is interesting, I haven't had a case were spirits would chant and leave marks like that on people. Except that boy Yuu, I don't trust him or Miss Suzuki either they have a likely story but something was off about them. A fake personality maybe I have seen many people like that when Gene and I lived in an orphanage. People would come in and feel sorry for you but would choose the kid they liked most. That's in the past however and I have met someone who has never showed me anything but herself… Mai. Speaking of my assistant what is she doing its unusually quite out there. I walked over to the door and opened it so I could stick my head out but what I saw made my blood run cold and my chest hurt. Mai was sleeping in between Gene and Sei with their arms wrapped around her fast asleep as well. I couldn't watch anymore so I turned and slammed the door shut knowing that it would wake them up.

Mai's Pov

I heard a door slam shut and my eyes snapped open and I looked around confused on where I was for a second until I saw Gene and Sei waking up as and I began to blush realizing the position we were in.

"Gene, Sei would you mind removing your arms." I spoke quietly so as not to let Naru hear me or Lin for that matter.

Sei's eyes opened all the way and he looked down at me with a mischievous grin on his face.

" Aww you know you like it Mai I used to hold you this way when you were little as well." He said this really loud.

I quickly moved my hands to cover his mouth. I could feel Gene laughing beside me quietly at my distress. I looked over at Gene and glared, but I jumped in surprise when I felt a tongue and lips kissing against my hand. I dropped my hands covering Sei's mouth and started at him.

" mmm, Mai you taste good." Sei purred

I couldn't take it anymore after that I swiftly punched Sei in the stomach and got off the couch to go make tea. I was satisfied when I heard a groan of pain and a whispered "Damn she punches hard."

I looked over at the clock and saw that two hours had passed since the clients came and thought weird Naru usually ask for tea every hour. Maybe he is just too busy going over the case, I hoped. I made Naru and Lin tea not bothering to make Sei and Gene tea since we were going to be leaving as soon as I was done. My shift was over, I heard the kettle boil and poured the tea. I walked over to Lin's door and knocked softly. I heard a faint come in, so I opened the door and handed Lin his tea then walked over to Naru's door not bothering to knock this time and set the tea down on his desk and turned to leave. Before I could leave the room I felt a hand encircle my wrist. I turned slightly to see Naru standing behind me with a complex look on his face staring at me. I was about to ask him what he wanted because I wanted to go home now, when he spoke up.

" Mai what is your relationship with my brother and Sei?" he asked softly like the answer would either break him or make him feel better.

I looked him in the eyes to see if he was serious and saw he was. So I turned around completely and told him. " Gene is like another brother to me and so is Sei there is nothing going on between us." I told him with confidence while looking him straight in the eye.

He nodded and let my wrist go and said you may leave now. I bowed and walked out the door with Sei and Gene to go to dinner.

Naru's POV

There is nothing romantic going on with those three. Why does my chest feel better and lighter after hearing that? Could it be that I… that I am in love with Mai, Apparently I had said this out loud because Lin voice came from the doorway.

" So you have finally noticed what everyone else has." Lin said

My head snapped up and I looked at Lin " What do you mean everyone else has noticed." I pressed

" Exactly what it means, all the members of SPR have noticed your feelings for Mai all except you. I was hoping you would notice them soon or Mai would eventually move on and be out of your reach."

" Out of my reach, Mai would never leave me." I said with confidence.

" Yes maybe not now but she will when she finally gives up trying to get you to notice that she loves you." Lin spoke with a sense of urgency.

He knew something I didn't I deduced. " What do you know that I don't Lin." My voice was hard and demanding.

" This case will endanger Mai's life, and we can do nothing but protect her as best we can but only Mai will be able to finish this case. Also Naru if you are not nice to her on this case or show a little compassion Mai's feeling will sway and she will fail." Lin said grimly and walked away.

I sat there stunned. What could possibly be going on with this case that only Mai can solve and what does me being nice to her have to do with it. I guess I will only know when we get to the house, but I refuse to show Mai any of my feeling in front of the others. Mai knows how I am she will understand. Right?...

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MAI'S POV

Walking to the restaurant with Sei and Gene was a chore I think I used less energy working in the office. Every girl who passed us by would mob them like they just saw a sale in their favorite store. Worst part was Sei and Gene just stood there with smiles on their faces just enjoying the attention they were getting. After 10 minutes of this none sense I had had enough and used my power to warn off any human girls in a 10 mile radius. The aura I had around me screamed danger. The look on most girls faces when they passed us by was hilarious they saw the boys first but when they felt the anger of my aura they were tripping over themselves just trying to get away some passed out. I heard a chuckle from the right of me and looked at Sei.

"What?" I snapped at him

"Nothing Mai I'm just flattered by your jealousy" he said

I growled "I'm not jealous just hungry and I want to get to the restaurant today not next week."

"Ha-ha, ok Mai we are sorry let's hurry then." Gene said

We finally made it to the restaurant once again I had to deal with our waitress but over all dinner was fun and enjoyable. After we finished Sei walked me back to my apartment while Gene caught a cap back to Naru's place. The walk was silent but comfortable when I reached my apartment door I turned to say goodnight to Sei but he was already gone. I shrugged and opened the door and got ready for the case tomorrow.

The next morning was up on time and heading for work when I felt a strong presence in front of me. I walked at my normal pace and passed by the person with the strong aura.

"Mai don't ignore me, I have come to warn you." The person said.

I kept walking but answered back "You only come when there is a case and you need to warn me Nina will there ever be a time you visit me just to be my sister." I said with sadness

I didn't wait for the reply I kept walking and until I reached the door of SPR and let myself in. Naru and Lin were getting things in order the van was already packed all we had to do was wait for the others. Naru looked up when I walked in and nodded then his mouth opened and I quickly went to shut him up.

"I know I know Tea, I'm on it." I said quickly and walked to the kitchen.

Making Tea was actually quite soothing after run in with my sister. Once done I took it out to Naru and Lin and sat on the couch waiting for the others. The other arrived quickly and we started out for the house. Yuu met us at the door; I decided to be as polite to him as possible. Yuu lead us to our base and we set up all the monitors and took the temperatures before the sun went down because according to Yuu most of the activity happens at night. One of our cameras was put in Yuu's room to watch for any activity and a few were in the living room and kitchen. Everything was fine nothing was going wrong until the chanting started. After a few minutes it stopped.

"Does anyone understand what was said?" Bou-san asked.

No one did they all had puzzled looks on their faces of course I understood every word as if they were speaking perfect Japanese. However I knew that wasn't true. It was the ancient language only a few knew how to speak it among the Demons and the Guardian's. I have a childhood memory of my Big Sister teaching it to me. Maybe she knew I would need it in the future or that she was just training me, I'm not even sure anymore.

"Lin, make a copy of the recording and send it to Sei so he may be able to help us translate it. Yasuhara I want you to find the background history of this house. Matsazuki and Takigawa I want you both to take and do a walk through of the house. Jon, go with Mai and make me tea." Naru ordered.

Everyone jumped up and did as they were told. Making the tea was easy since I had Satuzuki show me where it was earlier. Jon and I were on our way to base when Yuu stepped out blocking the way.

"Hello Mai and Brown-san." He said in a cheerful voice.

Jon greeted him but I knew better I can see the dark energy swirling around him now. I don't know why I didn't see it before maybe he isn't trying to hide his intentions anymore.

"I was just on my way to base to discuss some things with your boss some things." He said

Not wanting to give away that I knew about the dark energy I played it cool and we all walked back to base together.

As we walked into base the tea was taken out of my hands and I was lifted off the ground and squeezed in a hug.

" Mai, when Naru here sent me a recording of the chanting I was so worried about you and came straight here." Sei exclaimed.

"Sei." I sighed.

" As you can see I am fine nothing has happened to me yet." I whispered

" It's exactly that yet that I am worried about Mai." Sei breathed.

Suddenly someone cleared the throat and I realized that I was still in Sei's arms but my arms were wrapped around his neck and I was pressing my body close to his. I blushed and quickly let go and Sei put me down.

" If you two are quite done I want my tea Mai." Naru said coldly

I nodded and picked up the last cup of tea everyone else had gotten there's except Naru. Lazy jerk, when I picked up the tea I noticed it was cooling down to room temperature so I heated the water back up with my power. Then handed the tea to Naru who took a sip, my back was to him so I didn't notices him stare at the cup of tea with a puzzled look on his face.

Naru's POV

I stared at the cup of tea Mai just handed me. The tea was still hot, that wasn't possible. The tea had been sitting for a while now it should have at least cooled down to room temperature. I kept looking at the Tea until I noticed Lin staring at me. Then I realized that I had spaced out once again. What is happening to me everything that has to do with Mai is making me zone out and lose focus. I sipped the tea some more before I turned to the team.

"Sei, I hope since you are here that you can translate the chants we heard." I said

" Ah, yes I can but not at the moment." As Sei said that he looked out of the corner of his eyes towards the client standing there silently.

I looked over at what Sei was hinting at and noticed the client in the room for the first time.

"Yuu-san is there something we can do for you." I asked

Yuu shook his head and looked over at Sei with a glare and then smiled and walked out.

" What the hell was that about?" Bou-san said while staring at the door.

" He looked like he was trying to burn a hole in your head Sei." Bou-san said with curiosity clear in his voice.

" Yes well you see that's only natural when one sees there mortal enemy after a long time."

Everyone was quite then and even I was interested in what Sei said.

"What do you mean by that Sei?"

" Well you see the chanting in the tape you sent me is from and ancient tribe you could say who detested the fact that Demons were bowing down to the people who had power but were also human. These people were human themselves but had a tiny bit of Demon blood in them from past generations. They were not a problem for they didn't have any power of their own. Until the learned to harvest the ancient powers of Demons past, who fought in the war against the humans, who eventually defeated them and now rule over the Demons and the Humans. However they could only use this power every couple hundred years. They failed the first time they tried to use the power because the power was not strong enough to defeat the Elemental users." Sei took a breath

Before he could continue speaking I had to ask, "Elemental users?"

" Yes, they are the ones who rose up and defeated the Demons in the past and restored peace. The elements are strong on their own but when used by someone they become even stronger the ancient power was no match for them because as the years went on the elements got stronger as well. The rebels gave up and went into hiding but it seems they have been gathering the ancient power for years so that they may have enough strength to take down the elemental users." Sei finished

" Why now though, I'm sure those times have passed because there isn't a person who lives here that can use the Elements I'm sure we would have heard about it in the news years ago." Ayako said.

" Yes that is true Ayako but you see Elemental users are just in hiding and won't let anyone know their true identity." Sei explained

" So why now? Is there reasons these people are using this spell after so many years?" Naru asked.

"Simple, the princess has awakened the only one who has enough energy to destroy the ancient power they have collected." Sei said

I looked at Sei for a few minutes and decided he was telling the truth. I turned to Lin and told him to find look up the history on this house.

"Yasuhara I want you to do some research on these Elemental users. If what Sei said is true they were around and people knew about them. Find information on it. I ordered

Yasuhara nodded and got up to get his laptop but Sei stopped him.

"No need Yasu that would just be useless they won't allow information on themselves to be open to just anyone." Sei sighed.

"Naru, the people who you are looking for who are using this spell are the owners of this house. That is why that Yuu guy was staring at me. He could tell I am a Demon and I have immense powers, they will try to find a way to use this to their advantage. I can help you as much as you need but as I said I can't stop the spell only one person can." Sei said while shaking his head

"Well, do you know this person can you call them?" My voice was even colder now. I didn't like this, the case so far out of my hands and it seemed these people who have power are going to get away with it if we don't get this Elemental user here to stop them.

"Unfortunately Naru the person I would ask to help is very busy and can't leave the kingdom for a while. There is one other person but it won't be easy for them because they just regained their power and will need all the support they can get." Sei explained to him

" Get him or her here Sei I want to be able to finish this case." I said irritated

" I already have she is here but will not reveal herself to keep her identity safe."

" That's fine just make sure she does her job." I said while turning back to the monitors.

Mai's POV:

I sat on the couch just listening to everything Sei was telling Naru and when Sei revealed to him there was only one person who could take care of the ancient power, I snapped my head up and glared at Sei. I was about to get up and drag him out of the room so I could smack him a few times, but I felt a hand on my cheek with someone's thumb gently rubbing small circles. I looked up and saw Gene standing next to me with his arm stretched behind him and his hand on my cheek calming down. I leaned my head into his touch and saw a slight smile appear on his face.

"Gene…" I thought in my head

" It will be fine Mai, you don't need to reveal who you are until you need to, but after this case you won't be able to keep it a secret anymore." Gene said in my head

"Do I have to Gene I could just knock them out again and give everyone false memories." I knew as I said that I wouldn't be able to.

" Mai you and I know you won't be able to do that this time. Plus everyone finding out is inevitable this case is just too dangerous to hide your power."

"I know Gene, I want to hide it for a bit longer though. I will show everyone when the time is right." I pleaded with him.

I saw Gene nod his head and I relaxed back into the couch. All of a sudden I felt an arm snake around my shoulders. I didn't have to look because this time I was concentrating and I could fell Sei's energy next to me.

" Mai I will support you, don't try to do this alone Gene and I are here for you." Sei whispered in my ear.

I smiled at him and kissed Sei's cheek before laying my head on his shoulder so I could build up my energy and get ready for the impending fight. If I had kept my eyes open a little longer I would have seen Naru glare at Sei and I.

I hovered in between the waking world and the sleeping so I caught bits and pieces of people talking. Eventually I started getting tired, when I heard the gang leave the base for bed I guessed.

" Take your hands off her Sei." I heard a cold voice say

" No why should I she isn't your girlfriend or anything Naru."

Naru and Sei were fighting I wanted to wake up and tell them to stop but something held me back from doing so.

" She will be eventually, I have realized how much I like her." Naru stated

My heart sped up did Naru just confess his feeling to Sei about me. I was sure Sei could hear my heart beat because I heard a little chuckle.

" Well it's about time. I could clearly tell your feelings for her when I saw you the first day I met you." Sei chuckled again

" You could, was I that obvious?" Naru said gently

WHAT! Naru isn't being cold but nice… the world is ending I know it.

" Well Well Well, the little narcissist has a heart. No you weren't obvious but I you were broadcasting your thoughts pretty loud about how beautiful Mai looks." Sei said

" You could hear my thoughts?" Naru asked

" Yes, for a short time I could before your mind shut me out." Sei said with a slight chuckle in his voice.

" I see, this conversation is over I don't want us accidently waking Mai up." Naru's voice was cold again.

Sei chuckled again but I heard him said sure and after that I finally feel into a peaceful sleep with Sei running his fingers through my hair.