[b]"Ahh, I thought I'd find you out here. I was wondering where you had disappeared off too"[/b] Kurou had stepped out of the house both Souta and Fumio were currently occupying in search for where Rio had gone. After a little walk towards the back of the land, he walked through an arc made within a bush, stepping out onto a clearing at the top very top of the cliff they resided on. Up here the view was [i]to die for[/i]. It was extremely beautiful and looked over various areas of parts of the Soul Society. The cliff was high, making it a perfect vantage point as well as a prefect hiding spot. Rio was currently sat on the edge of the cliff, both legs dangling down as she gripped the edge to make sure she wouldn't accidentally fall. Walking closer, Kurou took a seat next to the left side of Rio and looked out at the sun set. [b]".... My mother would come out here often... Wouldn't she?"[/b] Rio didn't move an inch, only opening her mouth to talk, her eye pinned on the sight in front of her. Kurou looked down at his knees and sighed. [b]"She did... Everyday she'd stand right in the very spot behind us and look out. I had no idea of what she was looking for, but whenever I asked, she'd just say that she was just looking..."[/b] He looked back up at the colour-filled sky. Rio didn't react to this, just listened. Reaching inside her inner pocket, she took out the pill bottle she was given earlier and took one before closing the bottle and placing it back into her pocket. Kurou looked at her from a side glance, almost as if he was observing her. After a moment of silence, a tear slipped down Rio's left cheek. [b]"I can't believe that this is where everything has lead to... My mother and father are dead... I have no family and I do not belong in the Hari Clan since I [i]still[/i] can't remember ever being a Hari."[/b] Rio gripped harder on the ledge of the cliff, rubble running down the steep end due to her tightening lock causing some of the rock to break off. Instead of being upset, Rio gave off an air of anger. [b]"[i]Do you have [u]any[/u] idea of how I must feel... trapped without any escape from my pitiful life... I just wish I could start over...[/i]"[/b] Her words shook slightly with her body but soon she calmed down with a breath. Kurou watched her in silence, somewhat expecting this type of reaction. Looking straight, he couldn't help but smirk. [b]"You're just like your mother Rio... She's said the exact same thing to me various times, using the same tone of voice... heh..."[/b] Soon Kurou's smirk fell, causing him to frown a little. [b]"I know I've already said this before but I really am truly sorry Rio... I couldn't save your mother or father.... They both were close dear friends of mine... and my wife's.... We valued our friendship with your parents a great deal... On this very cliff your mother and father had gotten married... but on there wedding day, me and my wife found out that we were expecting our first son. It was a joyous day for us all, but me and my wife didn't say anything as we didn't want to take any attention away from your mother and father... We were surprised to find that your mother and father arranged a small wedding, one comprised of only the four of us and the figure preforming the ceremony heh... They never were the type of people who liked to involve others within their personal life together, except of me and my wife. I still remember the day as if it happened yesterday~"[/b] Kurou placed both hands behind him as he leaned back and looked up. [b]"Your mother was a smart woman, the four of us had also known each other ever since we were children. She picked up on my wife's pregnancy symptoms and brought them up right after her and your father were pronounced husband and wife. My wife, being the woman that she was, couldn't help but be honest, however Ronda then punched us both in the arms saying "Why did you try to keep something like that from us? I don't care if it's our wedding day! This is great news!" Heheh... That day couldn't of been any more perfect~ Your parent's were certainly special people... never selfish in any way.... even down to that dreadful day...."[/b] Rio watched Kurou as he spoke before looking down. She knew about that through her mother's memories and what happened to his wife... Kurou then looked to Rio, a smile on his face. [b]"It's unfortunate what happened... but, you and I both know that they wouldn't want us to be upset or angry, they'd want us to move on and live, not just for us, but for them also.... I'm sorry for your loss... They both meant alot to me and my family... You know that they both love you with the whole of their heart's, which was why they gave their lives to make sure you were Okay... So just know that, they may not be here, but that doesn't mean they're not in here"[/b] Kurou held a hand over his heart after he spoke before dropping it back down. Rio watched him, her eye slowly growing saddened while holding back tears however she just closed it, taking deep breaths to keep herself calm before opening her eye again. [b]"You're right..."[/b] Rio whispered before looking back out at the view with a small smile. [i]'I'll remember that'[/i] Kurou simply smiled before looking back at the sight himself. --- [b]"Oi! Kazuhiko you bastard! Give me that back!!"[/b] Fumio had swiped the last sandwich from Souta's hand just as he was about to eat it, showing off a little at how faster than Souta he was. [b]"Heheh~ A moment on the lips, forever on the hips~"[/b] Fumio smirked deviously as Souta launched towards him to try and take back the sandwich. Fumio simply side-stepped him before Souta started to chase him. [b]"IT'S MY SANDWICH!" "A-a-ahh~ No more for you~"[/b] Fumio teased, chuckling while dodging all of Souta's dives, meanwhile a door nob attached to one of the many rooms within the house began turning. [b]"For goodness sake! I question myself sometimes on whether you're actually a man or a woman!! The latter seems very plausible right now!"[/b] Fumio grinned at Souta's outburst. [b]"Who said one must be female to care about their appearance and health?~ I don't think there is anything wrong with taking care of one's self and making sure one looks good~"[/b] Fumio nodded to his own statement while Souta glared daggers at him. [b]"One should also make sure they learn manners!! Such as don't take food from others!!" "I'm just doing what's best for you~ Besides, you've eaten over half of these sandwiches and I like them too soooo...~"[/b] Fumio couldn't help but laugh as he watched Souta's expression. [b]"Pfft!! Whatever you greedy bastard!! I don't ca-"[/b] The sudden presence of a little boy caused Souta to immediately stop talking, attracting both Fumio's and Souta's attention. [hider=Boy][center][img=http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y404/AbigailTenshi/Boy_zpsd6beb52d.png][/center][/hider] The boy stood still, silent while looking at the floor. Souta's face softened, however he was confused. After a while of standing in an uncomfortable silence, Souta decided to break it. [b]"Erm... Sorry about the language... Err, don't say bad words, they're well... bad..."[/b] Souta stood straight, rubbing the back of his neck nervously realising just how loud he must of been. Souta's choice of words made Fumio chuckle which gained him an instant glare from Souta. [b]"U-um... I was sleeping... and I woke up... because you're both too loud... and of course I wouldn't use such foul language...."[/b] The boy spoke with a soft, quiet voice before yawning while Souta raised an eyebrow at the kid's words... He sounded well-spoken, must of been older than he appeared... that's what Souta thought anyway. [b]"Good job Souta, you woke up a child with your inconsiderate behaviour~"[/b] Fumio grinned devilishly while Souta narrowed his eyes at the guy in utter anger. [b]"Oh I'll show you inconsiderate.... [i]fuc-[/i]I mean... idiot...."[/b] Souta made sure to speak with a normal voice despite sounding as though he had to force himself not to shout, also being sure to watch the language he was using. [b]"It's okay..."[/b] The little boy spoke up, walking past the two and into the kitchen to pour himself a glass of water. Fumio and Souta stood in silence for a moment before Fumio spoke up. [b]"Is it just me or does that kid seem familiar?..." "... I know what you mean, but I don't think I've ever seen him before... but there's just something about hi-" "About who Souta?"[/b] Souta's eyebrows shot up for a moment before settling as Kurou had walked into the house from behind him. Souta turned to look at him and answer his question. [b]"The kid here"[/b] Kurou chuckled and simply waved for both Souta and Fumio to step outside. [b]"Oh him, don't worry about that. Now Rio said she's ready to leave, you two going to go with her?"[/b] Souta looked back at Fumio as the latter shrugged and began walking, still holding the sandwich he took from Souta while smirking at the guy as he passed. [b]"I guess we are"[/b] Souta shrugged himself, narrowing his eyes at Fumio before walking out. Once out, the two joined with Rio and waved their goodbye's before leaving through the bushes, making their way back. The little boy from before then walked out of the house after he quietly watched the three leave. [b]"Kurou, who were they?"[/b] He asked with his soft voice. [b]"You'll meet them properly one day, just not yet. Until then, don't worry about it"[/b] Kurou continued to smile before looking down at the young boy, ruffling his hair. [b]"I'll go make you something to eat, you must be hungry~"[/b] Kurou turned around, taking his hand out of the boy's hair before retuning to the kitchen of his house. The boy, however, just stood outside, an image of the three in his head. [i]'That girl reminds me of someone...'[/i] --- As the three walked, Fumio kept the sandwich in his hand and crossed his arms as he purposely walked in front of Souta. After a while, Souta couldn't hold in his annoyance any longer. [b]"ARE YOU EVEN GOING TO EAT IT?! If you are then FUCKING EAT IT ALREADY!"[/b] Souta yelled all of a sudden, startling Rio a little before she just rolled her eyes and continued to lead the group back. Fumio chuckled, his amused grin never fading. [b]"I [i]might[/i] eat it, but not yet~ It's much more fun to piss you off and if I just [i]ate[/i] it then I wouldn't be having any fun~ You see my dilemma? I want to eat it, but I want to play with you too~"[/b] At this point, a vein was visibly pulsing on Souta's forehead while his face turned a little red. [b]"You're literally trying to fuck with me right now?!" "Hmhmhm~ Now now, I'm not [i]'fucking'[/i] with anything... yet~"[/b] Fumio spoke in a suggestive tone, clearly making Souta uncomfortable which was his goal. Souta pursed his lips, gaining a small uncomfortable blush at the tone Fumio used before looking away, choosing to just ignore Fumio and his uncomfortable teasing and playful ways from this point onwards. This made Fumio practically burst out laughing. [b]"AHAHAH! Gosh Souta, you're so sensitive! I was clearly messing around!"[/b] Souta simply crossed his arms and made it obvious that he was ignoring Fumio. [b]"Aww, come on, I was only playing~ Don't be like that Souta~"[/b] Fumio pouted, trying to get Souta to look at him, which the boy avoided at all cost. [b]"Fine, have it your way"[/b] Fumio rolled his eyes before holding the sandwich out in front of Souta's face, Souta still refusing to look. [b]"Souta take the damn sandwich, child"[/b] Souta pushed Fumio's hand away instead and shook his head. [b]"I don't want it anymore... And I'm older than you asshole."[/b] Souta was a little embarrassed if anything so he tried to redeem himself by acting as mature as possible. [b]"But I don't want it either.... Rio~ Would you lik-" "No."[/b] Before Fumio could even finish his sentence, Rio answered, not wanting to be brought into whatever was going on behind her. Souta then took this as an opportunity to swipe the sandwich and eat it. [b]"Heheh, I'm faster than you think asshole"[/b] Souta grinned at Fumio whereas the latter just chuckled. [b]"If you say so asshole~"[/b] Fumio continued to chuckle as Souta rolled his eyes, smiling a little the three of them made their way back.