Home sweet home

The smell of eggs, bacon and pancakes drifted into my nose- I could hear the clinking of the pan and the sizzling of whatever was cooking. It was familiar- I could hear my grandmother humming in the kitchen. I also heard the sound of the news on the weather, the occasional clink of a coffee cup and the flip of a newspaper paper. I felt a soft breath brush against the back of my neck, an arm wrapped around my waist with their palm to my stomach. In my arms was an all too familiar stuffy, all too familiar smells and bedding- I was home. I was waking up at home- all of it was so familiar. I got a sense of deja vu, remembering how Arthur would hold me like this when I was pregnant. I slowly open my eyes, feeling more awake and refreshed than I had in a long time. Something about waking up at home just made life a little bit better. I slowly sat up, careful not to disturb Arthur as I used the wall for support to stand up. I slowly make my way to the Kitchen, seeing my grandmother working to make breakfast and my grandfather sipping his coffee, reading the newspaper. "Good morning, bedhead! Go wash up, breakfast will be done soon." My grandmother says and I smile, nodding.

I head to the bathroom, taking a shower and sliding on my silk robe- it was warm, Mamma must've thrown it in the dryer for me. I brush my teeth and blowdry my hair, pulling it into a ponytail when I am done. I head back to my room, Arthur still asleep as I head straight into my closet. I pulled out one of my old outfits- a black spaghetti strap and a pair of black tights- none of my bras here would fit me, I knew that. I had to go without for now- I toss an old grey knit 'love' crop top before heading back to the kitchen. "Thank you, Mamma." I say as I stop by the stove, giving her a peck on the cheek before I take my seat next to my gramps. He pulls out a page from his newspaper, setting it in front of me- it was the Sunday comic strip. "Thank you, Pappy." I say as I smile and pick it up, reading over the Sunday funny's. Old habits die hard- this was the norm for us back in the day, a calm and peaceful Sunday morning. My grandma comes over and sets a full plate of eggs, bacon and pancakes in front of me, my gramps pushing over the butter and syrup to me. She also grabs me utensils, pouring me a glass of orange juice and setting it down for me- I thank her before I dig in.

"Looks like there's gonna be some pollen, make sure to take your inhaler with you." My grandfather says, taking a sip of his coffee as my grandmother wipes off her hands on her apron. "Yes, Pappy." I say, taking a bite of my eggs- grandma made the best food, it was always so delicious. "I'm going to wake the boys up, then I'll make your lunch for work, love." My grandma says though I perk up, setting down my fork and swallowing my bite. "I can make it! I don't mind, really! It's the least I can do to thank you." I say, though my grandmother shakes her head as she takes off her apron and hangs it on her hook. "That's not happening, little missy. You're supposed to be resting, not putting in the work." My grandma scolds and I pout, crossing my arms. "Cooking is relaxing for me! Besides, it's not like I'm running a marathon, I'm just making lunch for Pappy!" I say though she gives me a look, raising her eyebrow. "Well, you can do it another time." She says before she steps out the back door, heading to the guest house. My grandpa nudges me with his shoulder, a grin on his face as he tilts his head towards the kitchen. I giggle, sliding off the stool and getting to work making his lunch.

"Little missy, didn't I tell you no?" My grandma scolds as she walks back into the kitchen, crossing her arms as I pack my grandpa's lunch up. "She's a stubborn girl just like her grandpa, honey. You know this; no harm, no fowl. Just let her be." My grandpa says, sneaking a wink at me and making me giggle. "What took so long waking those boys up?" My grandpa asks, taking a sip of his coffee and raising an eyebrow at her. "Oh, they were already awake. They just weren't at the guest house; they were exercising in the gym. I had to get them clothes." My grandma says as she comes over and bumps my hip, taking over packing the lunch for me. I head over to the cabinet, pulling two mugs down and pouring in coffee. "They asked me to use it this morning. They're still there?" My grandpa asks, my grandma nodding as I grab the creamer and pour it into the mugs. I take the coffee and bring it back to the kitchen table, getting back to eating my breakfast. It was a bit cooler now, but I didn't mind- it was piping hot when I first dug into it. "Interesting boys, exercising that much." My grandpa mumbles, though I hear a loud thud come from my room- I can't help but laugh at the sound.

"Well, Arthur's awake." My grandma giggles, both of us knowing he had fallen off the bed. "Son of a bitch, your bed is so friggin' small!" Arthur grumbles as he slides out of the room, rubbing his head with a scowl on his face. "Young man, you better watch your language! You're in the presence of two fine ladies!" My grandpa scolds, Arthur's eyes widening as he salutes to my grandfather. "Yes sir! Sorry sir!" Arthur says, my grandfather snorting as he gestures to me and my grandma. "Boy, don't apologise to me, apologize to the ladies." My grandpa says, though my grandmother comes over and lays a plate of breakfast on the table by the coffee I made. "Sorry, ladies." Arthur says sheepishly, rubbing the back of his neck. "Oh, Eiji. Don't act so innocent, goodness knows you've got the mouth of a sailor." My grandma scolds, Arthur coming over and sitting beside me. "It's my job as the man of the house to make sure that no other man assaults my angels ears." My grandpa says, kissing my grandma's cheek and making her giggle. "And it's my job as the lady of the house to keep you in line so you don't go harassing our guests." My grandma says, making my grandpa laugh.

"Ohayo~" Kuroo says as he steps into the house, a towel draped over his shoulders and his hair still dripping wet. "Hey, come here." I say and he raises an eyebrow at me, coming over to me. "You're gonna drip all over the floor, at least dry your hair properly!" I scold as I tug him down by his towel, taking it and using it to ruffle his hair dry. "Hai." Kuroo chuckles as he kneels down, placing his hands on my hips to keep his balance- I feel a subtle glare on my back. I stop my hands in Kuroo's hair, turning to look at Arthur. He was looking at his plate, chewing on a piece of bacon- he had been glaring at me again. "Ohayo." Kozu says as he comes in, looking a tad tired as he comes over, taking the seat across from me. "Ohayo gozaimasu." I say, turning my gaze back to Kuroo and continuing to ruffle his hair dry with the towel. "Ohayo." Suna says as he follows Kozu in, taking the seat to his left. "Ohayo." My grandma says, setting two plates down in front of them as I pull the towel away, running my fingers through Kuroo's hair. It was more dry now, though I gave him a couple ruffles in the more wet places. "There." I say, laying the towel on his shoulder as he smiles up at me.

"Thank you, Chibi-chan." Kuroo says, standing up and taking the seat beside me. My grandma places a plate in front of him, raising an eyebrow as she looks at his hair. "What is up with your hair?" She asks, Kozu and Suna munching on their breakfast as I look back at Arthur. "Oh, this is how it always is… I've got a bad case of bedhead." Kuroo says, though Arthur avoided looking at me as I got back to my breakfast. "Bedhead? That's a bad case of bedhead?" My grandpa asks, setting down his newspaper and grinning at Kuroo. "Boy you look like a rooster." My grandpa jokes, making me choke on my laughter as I take a drink of my coffee. "I know! That's what I thought, too! Some people call him rooster head!" I laugh, making my grandpa laugh as Kuroo's cheeks turn pink. "Oh, stop teasing the poor boy you two." My grandma scolds, offering Kuroo a sweet smile. "I think it's cute." She chimes and Kuroo offers her a sweet smile. "Thank you." He says, though I reach over and mess with his bangs. "Mm. I don't really think it's a bad thing, it's just different." I say, pulling my hand away and getting back at my breakfast. Arthur spares me a glare, though this time I catch it.

"Okay, what the fuck is your problem? What the fuck did I do for you to be glaring at me like that? Don't think I don't notice." I ask in german, setting down my fork and glaring right back at him. "It's nothing." He grumbles, though I kick him under the table, making him hiss. "It isn't nothing if you keep glaring at me like that; you never glare at me for no reason, so what the fuck is your problem, Arthur?" I ask in german, turning to face him as I raise an eyebrow. "I said it's nothing." Arthur says firmly, turning to glare at me though I poke my finger into his chest. "Stop fucking lying to me, Arthur Pendragon. What the fuck is your problem? I haven't done shit to you, so why are you glaring at me?" I hiss in german, though Arthur's face scrunches up in anger. "I told you it's nothing! Fucking drop it." Arthur says, though my grandpa smacks him upside his head. "Boy, watch how you talk to my granddaughter. Do I need to teach you a lesson?" My grandpa scolds, Arthur pressing his lips together and dropping his gaze. "No, sir. I'm sorry, I'm being unreasonable; please excuse me." Arthur says as he bolts up, storming out of the room as I hear the front door open and slam shut.

I move to follow him but my grandpa puts a hand on my shoulder, stopping me in my tracks. "Give the boy space, hun. No excessive movement, remember? We can't have you two getting in a fight. I'll give him a piece of my mind later." My grandpa says and I slowly nod, sitting back down and turning back to my dinner. "Do you know what has his panties in a twist?" He asks and I shake my head, picking up my fork and pushing my food around. "Don't mind… he must've woken up on the wrong side of the bed." My grandpa says, gently patting my head as I lightly nod. I take a bite of my food, idly chewing on it- I didn't really feel too hungry anymore, but I knew that I should eat. Kuroo reaches over, placing his hand on my thigh and gently stroking it with his thumb. His heat spread through my thigh, offering me his comfort and making me feel a tad better. I offer him a half-hearted grateful smile, though he just turned to his plate and started eating, keeping his hand on my thigh. "You guys were in that gym for a long time." My grandpa says, lifting his coffee and taking a sip. "You play a sport or something?" He asks, setting his coffee back down as Kozu swallows.

"We play volleyball." Kozu says, taking a sip of the orange juice my grandma made him. "Volleyball? You don't say?" My grandma says, taking the seat across from my grandpa and offering me a smile. "What position do you play?" She asks, eating her own plate of food as her eyes sparkle. "I play the setter, Kuroo's our team captain and he plays middle blocker…" Kozu says, taking another bite as my grandma nods. "I'm also a middle blocker, though I play for a different school's team." Suna says, taking a bite of the pancakes- he seemed to really enjoy them. "They all made it to the interhigh; they're not from my school though, our team beat them." I say, my grandma nodding as she giggles lightly. "I see… Well, it's nice to know you've taken a bit after your grandma." She chimes, making me smile as I gather another bite. "I didn't get to play myself, but I do take a bit of satisfaction knowing that I helped their setter and middle blocker work out their minus tempo attack. I'd say they still don't compare to you, though." I chime, Kuroo sparing a look at me before looking at me grandma, surprised. "You play volleyball, Ma'am?" Kuroo says, my grandma beaming with pride and grinning widely.

"I play for fun, though I've been offered official positions. I actually work at the American Volleyball Association! I devote myself to advertising the fun of the sport and try to get people into it. I've taught this girl everything she knows about the sport, though she doesn't play competitively." My grandma chimes, gesturing towards me as I offer her a sheepish smile. "My grandma was actually #1 back in the day, when she played in highschool. She's got all her medals and stuff right there." I say, pointing to the living room where a showcase full of trophies were. "Wow, how did I not see that?" Kuroo says, his eyes widening as he looks over the full case. "Eh, not all of those trophies are for volleyball?" Kuroo says, standing up and walking over as my grandpa chuckles. "I had to catch her attention somehow, I couldn't exactly fall behind." My grandpa says, my grandma beaming up at him. "My grandpa actually came to America to be an astrophysic scientist. He's a pretty big deal in his line of work." I say, Kuroo's eyes practically bugging out as he whips his head to look at my grandpa. "No… way…" Kuroo breaths, though I walk over to the showcase, pointing out some of the trophies.

"My dad was a pretty big deal too, he was a pediatrician. My mom was an accountant; that's how they sort of met, my mom traveled to Japan so she could get the best of teachings when it came to accounting. She met my dad in the school, they were both top of their class. My gram and gramps met at school too, though my gramps fell in love with gram at first sight." I say, Kuroo looking at the trophies with amazement and sparkling eyes. "She was a spunky troublesome thing, tons of energy and popular; everyone wanted her. I was the science nerd, everyone teased me- but she didn't. She couldn't understand a word I said, but that didn't stop her from listening to me ramble on about the stars." My grandpa says, smiling lovingly at my grandma as she smiles sweetly at him. "He was so passionate about it, it was what drew me to him. Our first date he took me stargazing; I knew then that I loved him. We were high school sweethearts." My grandma coos, my grandpa grinning as his eyes sparkle. "Everyone was so confused, so many people challenged me for your heart; I laid their ass flat. I was a nerd, but I wasn't a wimp." My grandpa chuckles, my grandpa swooning.

"Oh, my strong man… those muscles were a big plus." My grandma coos, winking at my grandpa and giggling like a schoolgirl when he grins, winking right back. "I taught our butterfly how to fight, as soon as she gave Arthur a solid one I knew she had the makings. She's every bit as spunky and troublesome as her grandmother, though she has her dad's passion and smarts. Unfortunately, she got her grandmother's science." My grandpa chuckles, making my cheeks burn as I brush a strand of hair behind my ear. "You always took me out stargazing though, I just couldn't understand anything you said. I wanted to, I really did- but it all jumbles in my head." I say, fiddling sheepishly with my fingers as he chuckles. "Oh, I know sweety. Your gram is the exact same way, she loves the subject but can't make any sense of it." My grandpa chuckles, making me smile as he grins at me. "It means I can ramble on and on about my passion for my two favorite girls in the world and they could never get tired of it, even if I was saying the same thing three different ways. It helped me work out a lot of things as an astrophysicist, being able to talk through it." My grandpa says, taking a sip of his coffee.

"Course, you would always get freaked out about staring at the stars after so long- I swear, you're just like your grams sometimes. You even got her good looks." My grandpa chuckles, making my grandma giggling softly. "You got a lot from your dad, too. Goodness knows your mother took after your grandpa, but your dad really nurtured your spirit. It's wonderful how you've become such a passionate person; of course, you were quite spunky and troublesome when you were young, but he taught you how to be smart about it. That Arthur boy however- you two were the two devil's of the town, always causing trouble and getting into things." My grandma chimes, making me smile as I remember all the trouble Arthur and I got into. "You wised up, kept him sort of in line- well, at least we didn't hear much of the trouble you were making anymore. When we did, it was because someone else started it- and they unfortunately got the worst out of it. You sure knew how to put people on their ass; you got that from me and your father. You even surprised me sometimes, you were such a small girl kicking ass like no other." My grandpa chuckles, making me smile as I make my way to the table.

"What can I say? You two taught me well." I say, making him chuckle with pride as I sit back down. "Speaking of trouble… they still live in the area." My grandma says, raising an eyebrow at me as my eyes widen. "They do? Do you think…" I say, fiddling with my fingers- it had been 5 years. "I'm sure they'd be glad to see you, hun." She chimes and I glance at the door, looking back at my plate. "Go on, I'm sure they miss you anyway." She says and I slip out of my chair, practically running to the door though really I was speed walking. "Hey! Where are you going?" Kuroo asks though I flash him a wide smile as I slide on my shoes. "I'm going out for a while!" I chime, though my grandpa whistles at me. "Don't leave your guests behind, show them around. Don't forget your inhaler either; and aren't you forgetting something?" Grandpa says and I rush over, giving him a kiss on the cheek and hugging him tight. "Sorry Pappy! I just got excited!" I say, my grandma smiling as she opens her arms up to me. I hug her tightly and she gives me a kiss on the cheek. "Um, if you guys want to come you can, but I'm going to visit some old friends." I say, the boys seem to perk up at this.

"I didn't need the wheelchair." I grumble, crossing my arms as Suna lazily pushes me forward. "No excessive movement, remember?" Kozu says, walking beside me- Kuroo was walking on the other side of me, his hands tucked in his pockets. Arthur was nowhere to be found, but at the same time I wasn't sure I wanted to face him. He was probably off doing his own thing, as per usual. "Yeah, yeah… no excessive movement, don't forget your inhaler- no sex for a week." I mock, though Kuroo groans as he looks up at the sky. "Doctor's orders." I snort, though I perk up when I see a familiar purple haired girl on a skateboard. "Hey, Alexis!" I call, the girl perking up her head, her eyes widening as she sees me. "Oh my fucking god, Kimiko Suzuki is that you?" She screeches, hopping off of her skateboard and dashing towards me. I laugh, opening up my arms as she dives in, hugging me tight. "Hey, girlfriend! Long time no see!" I say as she pulls back, looking over me. "Oh my gosh! Look at you! You're- you're not prego! You're hot! Oh my gosh, did you even have a baby? I can't tell! Oh my- it's been forever!" She rants, hugging me again with a big smile on her face.

"Yes, I had a healthy baby boy. He's back in Japan with my family." I laugh, though she pulls back and gives me a serious look. "Were they assholes?" She asks, though I shake my head and smile sweetly at her. "Not at all! They are wonderful people." I say and she sighs in relief, putting her hand to her chest. "You act like I didn't text you this!" I laugh but she just snorts, shoving her hands into her pockets. "For all I knew they could've had a knife to your throat, doesn't help that Arthur disappeared right when you did." She says though I offer her a sheepish smile. "He followed me to Japan." I say and she throws her hand in the air, her eyes bugging out. "He followed you to Japan?! Without even telling us?! God, goodness knows both of you leaving left us in a riot! We even lost our hangout due to the battle!" She says and I squint my eyes, pursing my lips. "You guys lost the hangout? You're kidding right? Our hangout?" I ask and she gives me a sheepish smile, rubbing the back of her neck. "Everyone ganged up on us after you left… you two were the big fighters that could take on anyone… we didn't stand a chance." Alexis says and I press my lips together, taking a deep breath.

"Well, get everyone together. I'm taking it back for a while, I can't say they won't leave you alone after this…" I say though her face spreads into a wide grin as she pulls out her phone. "Seeing the look on their faces when you show up will totally be worth it- oh, they absolutely destroyed the hangout. You're gonna hate what they did to the place." She says, tapping around on her phone as I huff. "I guess I'll have to wait and see." I grumble, turning back to Kuroo and holding out my hand. "Your phone please?" I ask and he raises an eyebrow at me, taking his phone and putting it in my hand. "By the way, who are these hotties?" Alexis whispers, raising her eyebrow and glancing at the guys. "They're my friends from Japan. They don't speak english." I say and she hums, making duck lips as I call Arthur. "Yes, Kuroo?" Arthur asks when he picks up, sounding a little pleased. "Hey, battle for our old hangout. You up for it? It's been taken over, we're gonna head over there now." I say, Arthur silent for a moment. "Oh… oh, yeah, sure. I'll be there in a bit." Arthur says, sounding a bit disappointed as he hangs up. "Ash, I hope I don't have to fight." I mumble, giving Kuroo back his phone as he raises an eyebrow.

"So, we might get into a fight?" Suna asks as we follow the skipping Alexis back towards our old hangout. "Well, you guys don't have to. I guess you could call it a gang turf fight; some old enemies of mine ganged up on my friends and took over the place when I left. Hopefully I won't have to fight- after all, I royally kicked these people's ass when I was living here. My presence should be enough to scare them away; I'm not really happy knowing they ganged up on my friends, though." I say, Kuroo humming softly as he looks ahead. "Well, if it comes down to it I'll fight for you." Kuroo says and I shift lightly, shaking my head. "You really don't have to." I say, though Kozu reaches over and takes my hand. "We will." Kozu says and I hum, seeing Arthur turn the corner up ahead. "Oh my gosh! Arthur!" Alexis says, Arthur glancing back and seeing us. "Hey." Arthur says apathetically, dodging her as she tries to dive in and give him a hug. "Urgh, just as cold as ever." She says, pouting lightly as he walks over to me. He handed me a familiar black mask, making me smile as I set it down in my lap. "Ah! There are the others! Hey, here!" Alexis says, waving her hands at a group of 5 people.

"No Judas?" I ask, looking through the 5 people- there was Jake, Alice, Nathan, Mike and Sasha. "Judas went MIA when you left." Alexis says, the 5 coming over and smiling at me. "Would you look at the Demon Girl in a wheelchair, being carted around by a fleet of chinese people? I'm guessing you're the queen of Japan? I don't think you'll be the queen here; how do you plan to take back the hangout if you can't stand up?" Jake snorts and I slide up, though he takes a step back as he eyes me carefully. "I'll go get Judas. You guys head to the hangout." I say, turning to the others as I nod my head to Arthur. "You guys stay with Arthur, I'm going to get someone." I say, though Kozu shakes his head, walking over to me. "You should be in your wheelchair, I'll take you." He says though I shake my head, smiling at him. "Where I'm going isn't wheelchair accessible, plus I'm going to be running." I say and he frowns even more, though Kuroo walks over to me. "I'll carry you there, then." Kuroo says and I shake my head, snorting lightly. "It's right around the corner, if I take anyone with me she'll beat your ass. I'll be quick." I say, taking my black mask and sliding it on.

The mask had a sharp tooth crescent moon grin on it, a sign of the Demon's smile- Arthur slides on his mask, a black mask with a sharp toothed cheshire cat grin- a sign of the Devil's laugh. I take off to the left to a familiar road, running with my hair flowing in the wind. I dip into an alley, hauling myself over a wall and up onto a roof of a building. "Hey." I say to the girl laying on the roof, her eyes snapping open and darting to me. "I'll be damned if I ain't dreamin', is that you my queen?" She asks, her smile spreading into a grin as she sits up and looks over me. "In the flesh, my pet." I say, opening my arms for her- she slides up, coming over and hugging me tight. "Damn, I missed you! Shit just ain't the same without you!" She says, burying her head into my neck and taking a deep breath. "I missed you too, Judas." I say, smiling at her as we pull apart. "Well shit- what are you doing here?" She laughs, wrapping an arm around my shoulders. "Oh you know, getting into trouble. Arthur's here, too. We're about to go take back our hangout." I say, her lips spreading into a big toothy grin. "You can count me in." She cackles, scooping me off my feet and hopping off the roof.

Judas was big; she was 5'10, she had large breasts and long legs. She had crazy blonde hair and blue eyes- and when she smiled, she had the toothiest grin you'd ever see. She was all muscle- she was a boxer, she always got into fights. Oftentimes people would refer to her as a lone wolf, but one thing was for sure- she was loyal to her pack. Arthur and I were that to her- we were her family, we got into fights together and always came out victorious. Before I moved to Japan, we were the ruler of the streets. Once I got pregnant, Judas went full mama bear mode- she was always there, protecting me and nursing me to health. She made sure no one even dared to lay a finger on me, friend or foe. She also knew that I killed Ray's murderer- and she was happy. She was real fucking happy about it- she even helped me push the car off the cliff. It was the ultimate act of loyalty for her and she absolutely loved me for it- Ray was her blood, her big sister. When she learned that Ray had been murdered, she went on a rampage, looking for the man- I kept her in check and made sure she didn't do anything she regretted. When I showed her his barely alive state, she had a big smile on her face as she hugged me.

She loves me- I know she did; I loved her too. Judas was lesbian, always had been. She knew Arthur was gay and she'd never speak a word about it to anyone. The three of us had been as close as could ever be; we used to always have sleepovers. She was my closest friend, she knew everything there was to know about me and more. I had never really considered a relationship with her however; she had never approached me like that either, even when I was pregnant. "Ah, there." I say, noticing the group not far ahead- Judas was carrying me princess style. "Oh, those twirps." Judas mumbles as I whistle, seeming to catch their attention. "Judas!" Alexis squeals happily, clapping her hands excitedly as Judas walks us over. "Judas, it's good to see you." Arthur cackles, holding out a hand as she sets me down. The two clap hands and bump their fists, a big grin spreading over their faces. "Good to see you too, Arth. Jeez, look at you- you haven't changed one bit." Judas cackles, looking over Arthur as he flexes, grinning widely. "Bull, I've changed. You're just a big ass girl; I'd still take you on for an arm wrestle anyday, though." Arthur cackles, a big grin spreading over Judas's face.

"I'd snap your arm, you wimp." She says, rolling up her sleeve and flexing her arm. Suna wraps an arm around me, pulling me to sit on the wheelchair- Judas pins him with her signature sneering glare. "No, it's okay, Judas." I say and she presses her lips together, still glaring at Suna as he looks up at her. "These are my friends from Japan, this is Suna Rintaro, Kozume Kenma and Kuroo Tetsuro. They've been taking care of me; I'm actually supposed to be in a wheelchair right now. I just got out of the hospital because of a nasty cold." I say, pointing at them as her face slowly relaxes. "They're good, they even know my secret. Kuroo has actually saved our lives once or twice; Kozu has been her friend for years now, and then Suna… well, he's Suna. He's just a chill guy in general, he and Kiki just clicked." Arthur says, Judas holding her hand out to Suna. "Thank you for taking care of my queen. You'll find during your stay that it won't be necessary." Judas says, flashing them a cheeky grin as she firmly shakes Suna's hand. "Judas is our other childhood friend; like, my level of childhood up till Japan." Arthur says, Judas shaking Kuroo's hand and thoroughly looking him over.

"It's the ass for me." Judas says, Kuroo's lips twitching as his eyes sparkle with amusement. "How could I ever just choose one? It's all wonderful." Kuroo says, making Judas grin as she pats his shoulder. "Good man, you answered correctly." Judas cackles, making Kuroo chuckle as she turns to Kozu. "I heard about you in her letters- nice to meet you." Judas says, delicately shaking his hand so she doesn't hurt him. "They know our secret, too. I trust them." I say, Judas raising an eyebrow and humming softly. "Our secret?" Kozu asks, glancing between us as Judas shrugs. "Ray was my big sister; My queen did me a big favor…" Judas says, Kozu slowly nodded- he seemed to get the message. "Of course I would have preferred my sister alive… but my queen did me a great deal by keeping me in line. I was looking for some big trouble back then, fighting anyone and everyone. She put me in my place and helped me through that difficult time, she even protected me when I bit off more than I could chew." Judas says, offering me a smile as I giggle softly. "I couldn't exactly let my pet run mad biting anyone she pleased; I took care of it." I say, Judas's eyes twinkling as she crouches down beside me.

"And for that, you have my eternal loyalty and servitude. You are forever my queen." She purrs, taking my hand and kissing the back of my palm. "Ehem, are you done saying your introductions? We still gotta go take back the hangout you know." Alexis says, Judas standing and shrugging her shoulders. "I still have domain over the throne, they never stepped foot over it. I let them take the dumps." Judas says and I hum, shrugging my shoulders. "We'll go there later on, for now I want to see who's been nipping my tail while I was gone." I say, Judas reaching into her pockets and pulling out a black mask. "You got it, my queen. Your servant will always obey you." She says, putting on the mask- it had sharp teeth on it, in the form of a dog baring its teeth. "My queen?" Kozu asks, seeming a bit miffed as Judas turns to him with mischievous eyes. "I am a faithful dog… who happens to be very much lesbian." Judas says, Kozu's eyes widening as he stares at her. "I kind of figured with the ass thing." Kuroo snorts, Suna's lip twitching as he starts pushing me forward. "I figured with the glare and the handshake that she was competition." Suna says, Judas cackling softly as we start making our way to the hangout.

"So, which one have you been banging?" Judas asks in german, Arthur cackling as I feel my cheeks burn. "Oh- uh, actually, about that…" I squeak, fiddling with my fingers as she raises an eyebrow at me. "All of them. Even at the same time." Arthur says in german, Judas whistling and smiling at me. "Damn, girl. No wonder they practically slobber on you; you got them all on a leash." She says in german and I feel my face burning as I look up at her with wide eyes. "There's more back in Japan, but these three are the serious ones; it's mutual." Arthur says and Judas hums, looking over the three more thoroughly. "Serious enough for Arthur to acknowledge it? I've been missing out on the fun." Judas hums, looking back at the others before leaning down and scooping me over her shoulder. "We can't go any further by wheelchair." Judas says, jogging down the hill we were on with me clinging onto her. The others follow behind, Judas easily scaling the fence with me held tightly to her. She lands with a thud, setting me down as Arthur flips himself onto our side of the fence. "I believe these are yours." Arthur says, reaching into his pocket and pulling out a pair of black biker gloves.

They had a skull on the back, holes for the knuckles and a strap to secure them. Judas reaches into her pocket, pulling out a pair of similar white biker gloves with a big heart shaped hole on the back. "Unless you want to use hers." She says though I push them back to her, offering her a smile. "They're yours, Judas. I know they mean more to you. I'm fine with mine." I say and she nods, sliding them on as I slide on my leather gloves. Arthur pulls out another set of gloves, ones with spikes on them. "Ah, some good old trouble for the hell raisers." Arthur cackles his eyes twinkling as he puts on his gloves. "You know the deal- nothing unprovoked. They gotta throw the first punch; feel free to taunt and mock." I say, the rest of the crew pulling out black masks and sliding them on. "Trio, stay behind the group. If shit goes down, take care of Kiki; we'll handle the rest." Arthur says and I crack my knuckles, rolling my shoulders. "Ah, it's been so long since it's been us three. It feels so nice~" I chime, cupping my hands to the back of my head as I start leading the group through the clearing. I whistle a familiar tune, the group joining and whistling 'twisted nerve' with me as we walk.

I see the old hangout- it used to be a beautiful oak building with oak chairs and swings, fairy lights hanging around. It had been built by our group, it even had a stone circle for a campfire, an area built to keep burning wood dry. It wasn't much, but each of us had put the work in and made it ours. Now the swings were tagged, some of the chains broken- the lawn chairs flipped, wood, rocks ash and trash strewn everywhere. Some of the pillars were knocked down- and goofing around in the mess were a group of rowdy teens. I whistle louder, Arthur laughing maniacally as Judas barks. The rest of the group starts chanting 'hell', the teens falling silent. They shiver as they look over, dread obvious in their eyes as I walk over with my hands in my pockets. I stop before the destruction, lightly whistling as the teens all scramble to their feet and turn to me in an offensive position. I whistle menacingly, looking over the mess that they made- cigarette butts, beer bottles and all other kinds of trash. It smelled disgusting- I hated the smell of smoke. I finish whistling, slowly turning my gaze to the tense teens. "You gonna clean this up and get off my turf?" I ask simply, gesturing to the area as the leader steps forward.

"This is our turf, now." He says in a false bravado, puffing his chest and crossing his arms. "Oh? I don't remember giving it to you. Did you give it to them?" I say simply, looking over at Arthur. "Wasn't me. Was it you?" Arthur cackles menacingly, looking over at Judas. "Wasn't me." Judas says, shrugging her shoulders. "We claimed it from them." The leader says, pointing to the rest of the group- they start stomping. "From them? No, no… you want this, you gotta get it from me." I say, taking a step forward and pulling my hands from my pockets, crossing my arms. "You weren't here; we took it." The guy says, pulling his shoulders back and tilting his head up. "Nobody told you don't look down at me?" I ask, raising an eyebrow at him as he snorts. "I don't see why I care." The leader says and I raise a hand, raising an eyebrow at him. "I just want to show you something real quick, don't mind me." I say and they raise an eyebrow at me as I reach up, pointing at his neck. "Your trachea is right here- that's your windpipe, just so you know. Here's your jugular- that pumps blood into your brain, you know, to give it oxygen and keep you alive." I say, the guy shuddering and taking a step back.

He doesn't look down at me anymore, looking me straight on. "That's better! Where was I? Oh, I don't remember giving you shit; just because I wasn't here didn't mean I wasn't coming back, either. I'm back, so you can clean up your shit and get the fuck out. Who's the asshat who was smoking cigarettes in my area, anyway? I fucking hate smoke, it's disgusting." I say, scowling at him as I cross my arms again. "We're not going anywhere; you don't rule this place anymore, Demon Girl. You haven't ruled in a long time, you haven't been here." The guy grumbles, shifting lightly as I hum softly. "I don't see why I care. I'm here now, I want what's mine and I want you to clean up your mess. At no point did I give this to you; you've been allowed to be here because the teeth didn't see a need to take it back." I say, the guy furrowing his eyebrows. "The teeth?" He asks and I point at myself, Arthur and Judas. "The teeth; the smile, the laugh and the bite. We bring the hell, not the black. The black know what it meant to join our gang- we work on our own schedule, we don't start anything unless provoked. Now I'm telling you..." I say as Arthur and Judas step forward on either side of me.

"Clean your shit and get the fuck out, the teeth want our turf back. It ain't yours, it was never yours; it's ours, always has been." I say simply, the guy tensing as he looks between us. "Rumor has it that you're all washed up, that your gang isn't shit anymore." The leader says, though Arthur laughs maniacally as he grins down at me. "That's so funny! Us? Washed up? Oh, oh Demon Girl, if only they knew the hell you were raising in Japan! We're not washed up at all! We've just been away from home, isn't that right? Cerberus has been in charge; when the Demon Girl and the Little Devil are away, she keeps things in line. The only reason you're here is because she didn't see the need to kick you out." Arthur chimes, clapping his hands excitedly as he grins at them. "But we're here now! So skitter away, peasant. You don't stand a chance against the teeth of the hellraisers." Arthur chimes, the guy tensing as he glares at Arthur. "I haven't seen any Cerberus. I sure as hell don't see no hellraisers either; all I see is a fallen gang." The leader says, though Judas starts barking at him, making him jump back. "Down girl~ They're just cocky little shits." I say, gently stroking her shoulder and making her relax.

"I think it's about time that you leave. You're being way too cocky for your own good; I'm only respecting you because of your old fame. You're nothing less than a fallen Queen." The leader says and I look him straight in the eyes, the dead calm taking over. I let out my dark menacing aura, looking at him like a piece of trash- I heard a thud behind me, knowing that the black were kneeling and bowing to me. Arthur and Judas also drop down on one knee, placing their hand over their heart and bowing their head to me. The rowdy teens all visibly shiver, beginning to sweat and look amongst themselves. I knew I had a menacing presence at that moment, though it was nothing compared to if I was serious. When I was serious, people didn't breathe from the pressure I put on them with one look. "I think it's time you listen to me. I told you to clean and leave. I don't care what you say, what you think or what you've heard. This is my turf; you don't own shit here. I told you to do something, so do it; if you don't like it… well, you've obviously heard of the Hellraisers." I say dead serious, calm and cold- the leader shudders, glancing at us and back at his gang- we were easily outnumbered.

"You aren't shit- I'll show you, Demon Girl. You don't own these parts anymore, you're nothing. Come on guys, if they don't want to leave… let's make them leave." The leader says and Arthur steps in front of me as the guy strides forward. "You know the rules, everyone. Now… let's raise hell." I say, the leader throwing the first punch as the rest of his gang advances. Just like that, a war breaks out- Arthur easily takes down the leader with one punch, everyone waiting until they are punched to fight back. I turn around, walking back to the trio- Kozu pulls me close, watching with a grim face as Kuroo and Suna take their place on either side of me, watching the carnage. By far Arthur and Judas were doing the most damage- the black hold their own pretty well, taking down at least 3 people each. I whistle my song, watching patiently as my gang beats ass. "They're something else." Suna mumbles and I hum softly, watching Arthur knock someone on the ground and begin stomping on him. I lean down and pick up a rock, testing the weight of it in my hand as I see someone walking up behind him. I take a step forward, taking a ball tossers position and throwing the rock.

"Oops, sorry. My hand slipped." I say as the rock smacks into the person's head, knocking them down. Arthur laughs maniacally, turning and kicking the guy in his gut. "Nice toss, my Queen." Judas calls as I notice someone going to grab something from behind a poll. "Judas, sik 'em." I say, pointing to the guy- Judas stops mid punch, turning to where I was pointing. In 3 steps she grabs the person, flipping them over her shoulder and full body slamming them into the concrete. "Oof, ouch." Kuroo groans as he scrunches up his nose, the person who had been body slammed coughing for air. "What was he even going for?" I ask, Judas peeking around the corner- "I was wondering where that went! Looks like they tried taking a souvenir, my Queen." Judas says, grabbing something from behind the pole and tossing it high in the air to me. I hold up my hand, catching it as it comes down- "Ah! My batty!" I coo, twirling the black metal bat in my hand. "Oh, it's been so long since I've held you." I say, stroking the bat as I smile at it, remembering all the memories. "Hey batter batter, hey batter batter, swing!" Alexis calls, picking up a decently sized rock and pitching it to me.

I take a solid step forward, swinging the bat forward in one fluid move- a loud crack sounds as I send the rock flying. "Home run!" Arthur cheers, laying a solid uppercut as he throws his hands in the air. "And the crowd goes wild!" Arthur says, the blacks hooting and hollering as they go about the fight. Arthur laughs maniacally as I swing the bat around, looking it over. "Someone took off my beautiful artwork! Don't you know how long it took me to do that? Gosh… my poor batty, what have they been doing to you?" I sigh, gently stroking the bat as I pout lightly. It was pretty banged up, it looked like someone had been using it while I was gone and abusing it. "Motherfuckers were abusing my batty!" I hiss, glaring at the group as I slowly walk over to the building, looking it over. The trio followed me, a few steps behind as I easily made my way through the middle of the battle- the gang kept anyone from hitting or getting close to us. I walked over to one of the poles, seeing that it had taken a beating as well. "They were using batty to beat the place up?! Ooh, how dare they. That's it, it's official, we got beef with these guys." I hiss, gently stroking the pole as I turn and glare at them.

"Beef! We got beef! Beef, beef, beef! Oh, I love it when we have beef with people! Gimme, gimme gimme! I wanna use batty!" Arthur chimes and I toss batty over to Arthur- he catches it, automatically swinging it and knocking it into someone's leg with a loud crack. "You mess with batty, batty's gonna mess with your bones!" Arthur laughs maniacally, the blacks also laughing as they start going wild, showing no mercy. In a matter of seconds, everyone of the enemy gang is on the ground, the gang panting for air. Arthur has blood on his clothes, a big smile on his face as he twirls batty around. I step over to the gang leader, careful to not step on any of the fallen bodies. "So, uh, about you cleaning this place up. We'll leave it alone for today, seeing as you entertained us; we do expect to come back to a beautiful, clean and nice smelling hangout. Oh, and just so you know- shit hasn't fucking changed. I'm still the Queen- anyone who doesn't believe it can take it up with the teeth." I say, offering him a sweet smile as I hold my hand out to Arthur. He tosses my bat and I catch it, standing up and placing it on the leaders chest. "Now…" I say, pinning him with a glare as I let out my animosity.

"Who touched my batty?" I snarl, the leader trembling and whimpering helplessly with tears in his eyes. "I'm sorry! I'm sorry, please! Have mercy! We thought you weren't coming back! Please!" The leader sobs as I step over him, leaning down on my bat. "Answer the question. Who. Touched. My. Bat?" I say coldly and he sobs hysterically, holding his arms up to cradle his head. I wait patiently, my cold and animalistic presence putting pressure on him. I don't say anything- I just give him a cold and apathetic glare, letting my dark and calm scare him. "Arthur." I say simply, Arthur coming over and crouching before the leader with a big grin. "She asked a question, sir! Who touched the bat? That's our precious batty, you know! You know how many skulls we've caved with that bat? I don't. I know it's a lot. I know it could easily cave more if it wanted." Arthur chimes, the leader choking as his eyes widen. "Judas." I say, Judas coming over and crouching down across from Arthur. "Yes, my Queen?" She asks, looking up at me with a big smile on her face. "I want answers." I say and she grins even wider, turning down to the leader. "You better start talking." Judas cackles as she stands up, walking behind me.

"Who touched my bat?" I ask, Judas placing her sneaker to the guys junk as I keep glaring down at him. His eyes practically bug out as he yelps, grabbing onto my calfs. "It was me! It was all me- please, please have mercy! I'm sorry, I'm so sorry! Please, I'll never do it again! Please! I'll clean the place up- I promise, please, just let us go!" The leader cries, sobbing and begging hysterically as I hum. I lift the bat up, twirling it as I glare down at him. "What did you do with my batty? Don't lie, you'll only make it worse on yourself. We can sniff out a lie." I ask, the leader flinching as he clings onto my calfs. "I just used it to beat up this place! I didn't know it was your bat, I swear! The rain washed away the paint!" He says, his voice trembling as I look over him- he wasn't lying. I set the bat on my shoulder, nodding my head as I stepped off of him. "See you later, blacks. The teeth are going to the throne." I say, Judas scooping me up to sit on her shoulder and wrapping her arm around my thighs to hold me steady. "Goodbye, queen!" Alexis chimes, waving enthusiastically as Judas turns and starts walking, Arthur tailing behind. The trio move to follow, but Mike grabs onto Kozu's shoulder.

"Where are you going? Blacks stay." Mike says, confusing Kozu as he stops in his tracks. "They're part of the teeth." I say, Mike yanking his hand back as if he had been burned by fire and falling to his knee, bowing his head. "Sorry, I did not know you were part of the queen's entourage." Mike says, seeming to confuse Kozu even more. "He's saying sorry, he thought you couldn't come to the throne with us." I say, Kozu slowly nodding before following us back to the fence. We scale the fence and Judas puts me back in the wheelchair, Suna taking the spot behind me. "Lead the way, Judas." I say and she nods, beginning to walk as everyone tails behind her. Suna lazily pushes me along, though I lay my bat across my lap. "So… you used to kick ass around here?" Suna asks, making Arthur laugh as Judas cackles. "Kick ass is an understatement. People used to revere her like a goddess, they fear and respect her. She's the Hellraiser's pride and joy; smart, respectful, good hearted, passionate- I'm sure you know all this. She's always been a good natured person, but if you hurt her or someone she loves… well, you regret it." Judas says, Suna nodding as she turns a corner.

"You call her your queen?" Kuroo asks, his hands tucked into his pockets as Judas spares him a glance. "She is the Queen of my life; she always has been, always will be." Judas says, Kuroo humming softly as he looks over at her. "Yes, I love her. Yes, she knows it." Judas says, Kuroo slowly nodding as he looks back at me. "She told me she loved me when we were six, claimed she would always protect me and keep me safe." I say, Kuroo slowly nodding and turning back to Judas. "So have you two like… you know, scissored?" Kuroo asks curiously, confusing me as Judas laughs. "What do you mean 'scissored'?" I ask, genuinely confused as Arthur laughs. "No, we haven't. We've been friends since we were babies. By the time I even considered such a thing she had moved away and I was left behind." Judas says, Kuroo humming softly as he looks ahead. "Do you think she would? No offense, but… that'd be hot to see." Suna says and I furrow my eyebrows, looking up at him. "Well, she's always been one to not care about gender or looks. She's all about personality; I think I could swing it and yes, you could watch." Judas chuckles, Suna nodding his head and grinning widely.

"You can't do it this week." Kozu says, Judas raising an eyebrow at him. "Have you guys done it lately? I mean, if we bump uglies I wouldn't mind having some japanese looking babies. You're all kinda similar, I can pretend it's hers." Judas teases, Kuroo turning his head and practically choking on his hyena laughter. "I'm kidding. I'm baby proof, no need to worry about that." Judas snorts, though Arthur bumps his shoulder into hers. "Sorry Judas, I'm afraid he's talking about doctor's orders. I'm not sure it'd apply to girls as much as guys, though." Arthur says and Judas hums, crossing her arms. "I've been managing with my toys and fingers for 6 years now, I can deal with another week." Judas says, Arthur cackling as I face palm. "Hello, I'm here and you're speaking foreign language." I say, Judas looking back at me with a subtle smile. "We're talking about sex, my Queen. Specifically lesbian sex involving you and I." Judas says and I feel like my face caught on fire, my jaw dropping. "Is that- is that even possible?" I squeak, furrowing my eyebrows as I try picturing it- there was no way. "It is, it's very hot and arousing to see." Suna says and I cover my face, making shy noises.

"What- how? What? I- what?" I squeak, unable to process the words as I close my eyes. "Well, if you want I can show you. I got some experience while you were gone; I've got toys, too." Judas says, confusing me even more as I slowly uncover my face. "Toys?" I ask quietly, Suna leaning down and putting his lips to my ear. "Like that little bullet we had fun with before." Suna says and I practically jump out of my skin, my eyes widening. "That- that? That's a- that's?" I squeak, Suna chuckling softly as he sits back up. "Yes Sunshine, that's a toy. One I'd say you enjoy thoroughly." Suna chuckles and I cover my face again, knowing my face was bright red. "Or you know, you can experiment on me." Judas chimes and my eyes dart up to her, Kuroo whistling. "Seeing Kitten top another girl… damn. You're right Suna, that would be very hot and arousing." Kuroo says, Arthur cackling as he bumps his shoulder into Judas. "And it'd be Judas's dream come true- getting worshiped and teased by her Queen." Arthur teases, Judas's cheeks turning bright red as she clears her throat. "I'm usually the top, but… if it was my Queen… I'm willing." Judas says, sparing a sheepish glance back at me.

"I still have no idea how it's possible, so it'd be a whole lot of experimenting." I say and Kuroo grins down at me, his eyes twinkling. "Chibi-chan~ you're a natural! It's best to experiment with someone you trust and are comfortable with, especially if they're willing and experienced." Kuroo chimes, his eyes heating up as I hum softly. "You're only saying that because you want to see." Kozu says and Kuroo chuckles softly, shaking his head. "Well, that and Chibi-chan should experiment~ don't you think? It'll make Judas-San happy as well; I'd go as far to say everyone would be happy." Kuroo says, Judas grinning at him as they fist bump. "I'd be happy to see- sad because I can't participate and disappointed because I can't pleasure my Sunshine." Suna says as I lightly fiddle with my fingers, not knowing what to say. "I… um… I'd want to… watch…" Kozu says, his cheeks pink as he avoids looking at me. "I don't want to watch my two childhood friends midcoitus. No thank you. However~ if there's going to be some manly masturbating going on, I'll join in and watch. Maybe I'll even help you guys a little if you ask nicely." Arthur says, Kozu scrunching his nose in distaste.

"Arthur I will shove a twix bar so far up your ass that you will be able to taste it; don't make them uncomfortable." I say, making Suna snort as he covers his mouth. "Hey, I'm just being honest. Who am I to deny my eyes from the eye candy that is hot muscle men touching themselves? If they were touching themselves, wouldn't you want to help or give a hand? Maybe a tongue?" Arthur says and I open my mouth to protest, though nothing comes out. "Exactly, you can't deny it. You would want to help, especially if you knew that it was caused by you. You'd feel responsible and you'd end up doing your thing." Arthur says and I shut my mouth, grimacing lightly. "Doctor said you're not supposed to be doing such things though; I mean, if you're playing with Cerberus it isn't really extreme activity, you can go slow. If the boys are gonna be watching, they're gonna get excited. If I'm there, offering help… well, it'll either cancel it out or they'll accept and I'll get in on the fun too. Either way they enjoy the show, I enjoy flustered boys- by far Judas will be the happiest of us all. Wins all around and you get to have your own fun with it." Arthur says- it actually made sense in a weird kind of way.

"Of course, that's only if you agree in the first place. I'm sure everyone wants it, but only if you're okay with it." Judas says and I hum, though I notice the familiar building in the distance. "I for one would want to watch it regardless of Arthur and his perviness. I wouldn't accept his help, I can handle my own." Suna says, Judas reaching in her pocket and pulling out her keys, starting to flip through them. "I'd want to watch… but I definitely wouldn't want help from Arthur. No offense but… I don't swing like that." Kozu says though Arthur shrugs it off, a hopeful look in his eye. "I still get a show, regardless." Arthur says, making Judas snort as she walks up to the building. "I'll open the place up." She says, unlocking the door and heading inside as we wait outside the garage doors. "Oh, this is the place?" Kuroo asks, looking over the small building as I hear a soft buzzing start. "This is hell's throne." I say, the garage door opening up and revealing two bright red cars- an old modded shelby mustang and a new ford fusion. To the side were three Ducati bikes, a black Panigale V4 SP and two red Superleggera V4. The garage portion was white with built in ceiling lights, tools to the right.