Shasha, Bastian, Kai and Kenshin walked back to Shasha's abode in silence. Bastian had received word telepathically from Kenshin that they had no need to hide from their pursuers for now. Shasha was in a bad mood which made the air heavy.Bastian had never seen the silly and childish Shasha look so serious. It did not feel natural, especially considering the fact that Bastian was a master at reading expressions. To him this sudden shift in character was too drastic.It seems I didn't know as much about Shasha as I thought I did. But still, the change shouldn't be this bad.Along the way they met with a few hindrances, but a look from Kai would scare them away. They arrived at Shasha's house only to be stopped by the door by Kai. Kai whispered something into Shasha's ears. Bastian did not know what Kai told Shasha and he couldn't hear a single thing that Kai had said. All he could tell was that Shasha's face was now far graver than before."Kenshin and Bas

When Bastian had gotten all the information he could get out of Li, he left the space, only to see Kenshin standing in front of the door like a statue, paying Bastian no mind whatsoever."Kenshin, do you have a way to prevent sound from leaking from a room, to the point where even you can't hear anything?" said Bastian telepathically to Kenshin. Kenshin nodded. "Do you trust me?" Once more Kenshin nodded to Bastian's telepathic message after showing a slight message. Sighing in relief, Bastian told Kenshin what he needed to do, and to former's surprise Kenshin agreed....."Knowledge, what kind of knowledge do you want?" Shasha was in a bind, so he was willing to grab any opportunity to help him, even if it came from a slave, right now he wasn't even thinking of credibility, much less the fact that Bastian had heard his conversation with Tino.At this point Bastian looked at Kenshin and nodded. In response, Kenshin formed some seals, and a formless energy

At that moment, in his mind, Bastian was facing a dilemma. He was not sure just how much Tino could be trusted, nor was he sure enough that she would be able to execute the plans he had in mind. At times like those however, there was only one option, move forward and hope for the best. Well as far as Bastian was concerned anyway.Bastian signaled for Kenshin to take down the barrier he had put up and nodded toward Shasha. "Tino, come here immediately, I have a mission for you."It wasn't even ten breathes when Tino suddenly arrived within the room. To her surprise, Bastian and Kenshin were in the room as well.That's odd, how did they enter here without me noticing?After looking at Kenshin for less than a fraction of a second, Tino's eyes flashed with awareness."I am here your highness, what can I do to serve you?" said Tino, with her typical seductive tone. Shasha was usually affected by it, but at that time, in such a situation, he knew he coul

As soon as Bastian disappeared from the space, another form appeared in his place. Normally that would not be possible, as the space was only accessible by an investor, avatar or mark bearer. Surprisingly, Li being the witty man he was had found a backdoor to that rule, and his backdoor was the use of Soul Brethren."Hello Kenshin or should I say Taiga, well that doesn't matter. Anyway I have given you plenty of time to think it over, so you should already have an answer. So, young man what will it be?"In front of Li stood Kenshin, his lifeless pupils giving out a tinge of hostile intent, Li had gotten used to being despised throughout his life, but something about being disliked by the man before him gave him goose bumps."Minister Li, what you are asking me to do is not only dishonorable, it is vile. Bastian is my brother, though not by choice. He is still family to me none the less." said Kenshin as he crossed his arms."Now, now Kenshin, we have been

Truly speaking, Kenshin and Bastian were no longer slaves, but Bastian wanted the world to keep assuming they were. Bastian had some sort of grand plan but he was unwilling to share it with anyone else except Kenshin. Whose silence showed that he also approved as well."Hello, sorry I'm late," sad Bastian as he entered and took his seat, "Okay, let's begin.""You! It is supposed to be the young master who dictates when the meeting begins!" bellowed Kai.Bastian feigned an apologetic expression. "Oh sorry my bad, anyway let's start.""You bast-" before Kai could continue, Shasha raised his hand, cutting him off. Bastian always marveled whenever that happened. Sebastian had grown up in such a world and was used to seeing such things, but Bastian was always amused by how obedient people were to their masters in this world"Don't worry Bastian. You may continue. Besides, we all know you are the one in charge here..." Bastian pitied Shasha because he lo