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Oh, wow!!! I am so glad I found your fic. You've got a really wonderful fic going on. I don't think anyone has done this before. You definitely have me hooked. When are you going to update this?

Anyhoo, since Rena-sama is my kami oshi, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for making her really cool in the Alternate World. Although I was kind of expecting to see her with a katana due to previous kendo training, but I guess retractable claws make her cool, too. I've got a question though? Is Rena from the Original World going to get some screen time? Just wondering. It would have been nice if Alternate Jurina got to see Original Rena, hehehehe!!!!

I will most definitely be looking forward to your future updates.

A new reader :D thanks, really glad u like the fic :) as for updates. I usually update within a weeks time & will do my best to keep that going until I finish the fic. Itl be less than 25 chapters but I may include bonus one shots for the fic after its done regarding more things if the past or future :)

As for Rena, she would've had a katana if it were the original going to the alternate world, but alternate world Rena likes the claws :P ill try to give the original Rena screen time if I can fit her in :)

Thanks again for showing interest in the fic :D

Ill reply to the other comments once I update the fic on either Tuesday or Wednesday :D thanks again everyone!

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I know it's a minor thing, but could you please fix the word Travel in the title, it hurts me everytime I see it
Great fic by the way lol, I've been reading it, but I've kinda been lurking

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I know it's a minor thing, but could you please fix the word Travel in the title, it hurts me everytime I see it
Great fic by the way lol, I've been reading it, but I've kinda been lurking

lmao! I'll fix that! Thanks for pointing it out! I honestly never paid attention to it cause I always copy and paste my title, but just change the chapter # :P Appreciate the lurking btw :D Thanks for reading! :)

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Oh, wow!!! I am so glad I found your fic. You've got a really wonderful fic going on. I don't think anyone has done this before. You definitely have me hooked. When are you going to update this?

Anyhoo, since Rena-sama is my kami oshi, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for making her really cool in the Alternate World. Although I was kind of expecting to see her with a katana due to previous kendo training, but I guess retractable claws make her cool, too. I've got a question though? Is Rena from the Original World going to get some screen time? Just wondering. It would have been nice if Alternate Jurina got to see Original Rena, hehehehe!!!!

I will most definitely be looking forward to your future updates.

A new reader :D thanks, really glad u like the fic :) as for updates. I usually update within a weeks time & will do my best to keep that going until I finish the fic. Itl be less than 25 chapters but I may include bonus one shots for the fic after its done regarding more things if the past or future :)

As for Rena, she would've had a katana if it were the original going to the alternate world, but alternate world Rena likes the claws :P ill try to give the original Rena screen time if I can fit her in :)

Thanks again for showing interest in the fic :D

Ill reply to the other comments once I update the fic on either Tuesday or Wednesday :D thanks again everyone!


Thank you so much *gives 90-degree bow*

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I really love this story!!! :kneelbow:

Chapter 13

I wonder why Mariko was different...Was she working for the government?

Chapter 14

Minami's past is sad  :cry:
But the Atsumina moments are cute  :twothumbs

Thanks for the update~ Can't wait for the next chapter!!!

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Travel To A Distant World:Chapter-15-The Birth of AKB part 3 (July/3/2013)
« Reply #205 on: July 03, 2013, 01:51:59 PM »
As always thanks for reading everyone and thanks for commenting as well! I really appreciate and I’m glad to know you’re all enjoying the chapters! I already have chapter 16 written which is the final part of AKB’s past. I can update it either tomorrow or Friday, whatever you all prefer :P

hikari_043083: Thanks again for reading & commenting :) OW Rena will have a bit of ‘screen’ time in chapter 17!
FlameHazeKatsu: Glad you like how Atsuko and Minami’s relationship started! I had a lot of fun writing and coming up with a way to create a strong connection between the two :)
Chichay12: Thank you! Really glad you liked Atsumina’s development :D Minami’s past is indeed sad :( it was necessary to write it this way to explain her characters and how her relations with members play out :)
AshuraX: Lol not fully satisfied but satisfied nonetheless since it was still quite the action from Minami :P
Dieyg48: The story of the past will continue so there is another part, and more small Atsumina moments :) And wow, glad I could update that chapter on your birthday, I hope you had a wonderful birthday!!!
Elo: Thank you very much! And glad this chapter helped you to understand Minami more :D A persons past does play an important role to shaping who that person becomes :)
abcari: Glad I could make it cute and shocking! :D & thanks for the compliment, I’m trying my best to make sure all the chapters of the past add up to how the future has become and to of course explain relationships and backgrounds :)
cisda83: Minami is indeed scared to return to that dark side! Thanks for reading :D
kenjoy12: LOL! You’re too awesome haha. Thanks for loving the fic :) <3
Archer1992: Thanks for being a fan!!! More Atsumina to come :)
sasumiofjp: Lol thanks again for pointing out the part of the title misspelled. That’s what I get for just copy and pasting it all the time and just changing the chapter # :P Again thanks for reading!
Takaminafan49: Mariko shall be explained.

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Chapter- 15 -The Birth of AKB part 3

        We’d been walking back towards Atsuko’s home, and finally saw the building in sight. She was still holding on to my hand, and the warmth was becoming evident. I decided to strike up a conversation.

   “So...since you knew all along who I was, what was the deal with our 2nd meeting when you pointed the gun at me?”
   She grinned, “I knew the gun wouldn’t scare you much, but I figured if I’d mentioned I recognized you, you’d run away.”
        I thought about that and knew she was right. “So you wouldn’t have shot me if I’d run”
   She gave me a playful shove, “of course not.”
        “So then the whole me having to take responsibility for you shooting the two morons was just your plot of getting me to work with you” I raised an eyebrow.
   “Well...if you put it that way, then yes. I took advantage of the situation so I could get to know you...Besides, we really did need your help so it was an added bonus”
   “You’re kind of scary...” I feigned fear to tease her and she elbowed me in the stomach.
    “Uf! ...Okay, I take it back”
   She smiled sweetly and held the door to the building open for me. “After you”
   “Gee, thanks”

        We headed up and Atsuko entered the pin to unlock the door. Once in, I again felt a presence beside the door, however, this time I didn’t reach for my dagger. Instead, I kept a calm expression and turned to face Yuko who held the gun to my head.
         She gave me a look of a kid who had their favourite toy ripped away from them, “aw, come on! What happened to your quick reflexes?”
        I raised an eyebrow, “I knew it was you”
   Gun still to my head, she raised her other hand and waved a finger back and forth in a scolding manner. “Never let your guard down, even in a familiar territory around friends”
   My face showed slight shock. Friends...Again they throw the word around easily...but, as Atsuko said, one has to learn to take a chance.
   I felt Atsuko lightly nudge me to get me out of my daze. I wanted to change.
   I saw Yuko slightly let her guard down, so I swiftly grabbed hold of her hand holding the gun, brought it downward and flicked her wrist. She dropped the gun then I twisted her arm behind her back.
   “Better?” I casually said.
   Yuko turned her head around and grinned, “Better”
   I smiled too and let her go.

   “Welcome back” Sashihara stepped forward.
   “You guys took awhile so we were worried” Kojima added.
   “If you two wanted time alone, you could’ve just told us” Yuko teased.
   I felt Atsuko wrap her arms around my left arm possessively and she grinned, “But then you wouldn’t have let us be alone”
   Sashihara, Yuko, and I all widened our eyes.
   “Did something happen between you two!?” Yuko asked.
   “No!”
   “Yes!” Atsuko and I answered differently at the same time.
   “Eh, what happened” Kojima asked curiously.
   “Nothing” I glared.
   Atsuko pouted at me, “You call what happened back there nothing”
   I got flustered, “eh...no well...not nothing I guess...”
   “Come on! Spill” Yuko said.
   Atsuko smiled brightly at all of them, “Minami agreed to be my friend”
   “Eh! That’s it! I thought it was something more” Sashihara said.
   “Well considering Minami’s behaviour before, I think that is a big deal” Kojima pointed out.
   Atsuko nodded. “She’s working on her social skills. Speaking of which, Minami” she turned to me as she let go of my arm. “Don’t you have something you want to say to the others?”
   ...
   I knew what she was talking about. On our way back, we also discussed how I should at least try to be more open and honest like we’d previously talked about. She’s suggested I’d start small, by talking to her friends. However, she told me I didn’t have to share my past if I didn’t want too.

   Atsuko pushed me slightly forward towards the others. “Um...” I gulped. This wasn’t something I’ve done in a long time...I think I forgot how too actually. They all stared at me and waited. I took a deep breath and exhaled. Suddenly, I bowed at an 80 degree angle and yelled, “Um...would you all consider being my friends!!”
   ....
   “Pfft” I heard a couple people trying to hold in their laughter, slowly I straightened up and saw even Atsuko was trying not to laugh.
   My face turned red. “What! Did I do it wrong?”
   “Not necessarily wrong...just...” Sashihara began to say.
   “Old fashioned maybe...” Kojima provided.
   “Like a little kid asking permission to be friends” Yuko smiled.
   I blushed, “we...well It’s not like I know how to do this okay.” I pouted as they all lightly laughed.
   “It’s alright. Nothing wrong with it. I’m sorry about before, I’d be honoured to have you as a friend” Yuko smiled as she stuck out her hand. I reached out and grabbed hold of her hand and we shook on it.
   “Oh! Me too!” Sashihara yelled as she came forward and held out her hand.
   “Me as well!” Kojima smiled as she did the same.

        This time I blushed from embarrassment, but gladly accepted each of their outstretched hands and shook them.
        “Thanks” I smiled. Atsuko came beside me and patted my head.
        “See, it’s not so hard”

        Suddenly, I heard beeping sounds coming from outside the door. Someone is entering. I kept my guard up as the door opened to reveal a tall woman with short brown hair.    
        “Y...You’re that girl!” I said as I pointed to the young woman.
         She raised her eyebrows in surprise when she saw me, but then smiled.  “What a pleasant surprise this is. We meet again.”
        “Huh, Mariko sama, you and Minami know each other?” Sashihara asked.
        “You guys know her?” I said.
        Atsuko introduced us, “Minami, this is the last member of our group, her name is Shinoda Mariko. She’s the one who rallied us together actually”
        “Rallied?” I said as I kept an eye on her.
        “Well Atsuko first met up with me and Haruna, and then we met up with Sasshi and Mariko. Turns out Mariko was recruiting some help for a little mission so got us together.” Yuko said.
       
        “She’s a government spy” Kojima casually added.
        “What!” I say and I jumped back, but before I could pull out my dagger, Atsuko gently held my arm.
        “Its okay” she reassured.
        Yuko lightly pushes Haruna. “Haruna, she’s not a government spy”
        “You’re saying it wrong” Sashihara pointed out as she sighed.
        “Huh...But she spies on the government” Haruna said.
        “Okay...Now I’m confused” I say.
        “Haruna, saying she’s a government spy means that she works and spies for the government, not the opposite” Atsuko added.
        “Huh, really!”
        “Yes!” They all said.
        Mariko laughed at the exchange.

        I relaxed again and turned back to her. “So how did you know who I was then? I’m guessing bumping into me back on the streets was no accident”
        She smirked, “Insightful. Indeed, it was no accident. As the others mentioned, I rallied them together about a year and a half ago based on their skills and situations. I figured we could all use one another’s assistance so we worked together. We liked each other so much though we decided to stick together” she said as she walked over to Kojima and Yuko and threw her arms around their necks in a playful manner.
        “Of course, I did my research on you and was hoping to recruit you to be part of our little family. Clearly, they beat me to it though. Strange how fate works” she smiled. I see...so that means she knows my past as well.
        Catching my expression, Shinoda said, “No need to worry, your past is your story to tell, you are free to say and do as you please here. So is it safe to assume you are joining us?”

        Atsuko spoke up before I could. “About that mission...Minami showed me the underground path to the base and how to enter. That’s one of the reasons why we were so late. So if it’s okay with everyone, is it fine if she sits this one out?”
        I fiddled with my jacket nervously, worried they’d be angry. However, I was met with understanding smiles instead.
        “You’ve already helped us Minami san, so don’t worry” Sashihara said.
        “Nothing wrong with sitting the mission out” Kojima added.
        “Don’t sweat it; we can handle this no problem” Yuko assured.
        “Where will you be in the meantime?” Shinoda curiously asked.
        I looked to all their faces and spoke, “if it’s alright with you...can I be here once you all return...?” I nervously asked.

        “Of course! We expect nothing less” Atsuko said as everyone nodded in agreement.

        “Well then, we’ve already prepped for the mission, so grab your supplies, and Atsuko will lead the way” Shinoda instructed.
        Everyone went around the room and grabbed what they needed and went to the door.
        “The password for this place is 28934, feel free to come and go as you wish” Sashihara told me.
        “You can make yourself at home, don’t hold back” Kojima offered.
        “We shouldn’t be gone long” Yuko said.
        “We’ll have plenty of time to talk Minami” Shinoda smiled.
        They all left and only Atsuko stood by the door.
        “I’ll see you when we come back then...right?”
        I grinned, “of course”
        She caught me off guard as she wrapped her arms around me for a hug. “Then I’ll see you soon” she smiled at me as she left and caught up with the others.

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        Once the girls left, I decided to go outside for a stroll to kill some time until they’d finish. Wow...I can’t believe it, I actually made friends. I smiled as I continued my walk, which was probably the first time I ever did. As I kept walking, I suddenly felt something collide with me. I stumbled but didn’t fall. Looking down, I saw a kid on the floor.
       
        “Hey, you okay?” I helped the little boy up as he dusted himself off.
        “Yeah, sorry”
        “Don’t worry. It’s dangerous to go running without looking though”
        “Can’t help it, I wanted to get away from those government scum” he spat out.
        My senses were then on alert. Government soldiers are walking around this early in the day... “Hey kid, where’d you see them?”
        He pointed towards an alley around the corner and I thanked him as I headed there. I put my hood on then casually and slowly made my way to the corner. Stopping at the edge, I slightly peeked to see three guards discussing something.

        “I’m telling you man, this is it. This time, that little thief is going down” the tall soldier laughed. Thief? And are they...drunk...What idots. I kept listening.
        “I hope so, that brat is a pain in the ass, but considering she was spotted in this area, and the eastern base is the closest in this area, it’s clear she’d strike it next” another soldier said.
        “Well, she’ll be in for quiet the surprise once she gets there. Probably doesn’t even suspect it’s a trap. I’m ready to be done with that goddamn kid” the third soldier spat out.

        My eyes widened and my heart began to race. Trap...they set a trap for me...but the others are headed there now! I slowly backed away and ran a safe distance from the soldiers. Arriving at an isolated alley, I stopped to catch my breath.
        I have to warn them...I have to go there...

        Before taking a step, images flashed through my mind. Images kept replaying of that massacre I’d caused. I stumbled and placed a hand on the wall to keep me upright. My breaths were becoming shallow. I was hyperventilating. Calm down Minami! Calm down! Not now! I don’t have time for this.

        Just when I thought I may collapse, new images surfaced in my head. Atsuko. Atsuko, Yuko, Haruna, Rino, even Mariko.
My...friends. They’re my friends. I can’t abandon them. I calmed my breathing and stood upright. The way I see it, I have two options, continue running away and let them get caught...or help them. Atsuko’s words resurfaced through my mind. She’d told me that someday I’d find a reason to fight, not just for revenge.
        “Come on Minami...for once in your life...you have something more to fight for” I clenched my fist and thought about the others. This is my second chance. It’s time to stop running away.
        Determination sparked within me. I’d go and help my friends. Before taking off to the sewers, I realized that I myself may need help. Who the hell can I go to...? Suddenly it clicked, and I took off running.

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        A couple of minutes later, I arrived at an abandoned part of the district. It still had quite a few occupants, but it was mostly infested with kids with no place to go, so they settled in the old buildings. I know she’s here...but where the heck will I find her.

        I walked and looked around, hoping to spot her, even knocking on a few doors, in which case there was usually no answer. Come on, come one.
        I was getting nervous; worried she may no longer live around here. Just when I was about to give up and go by myself to the base, I saw a little girl with short black hair in a ponytail playing outside with a street dog.  I recognized her, even though it’s been a year. I calmly walked up to her and stopped a bit away from her and the dog, enough for her to realize my presence. She stopped playing and looked at me.
   At first she was curious, but then I saw she became cautious. Thinking I didn’t notice, she slowly rested her hand on top her sheathed dagger.
        “Whoa there” I calmly said as I raised both arms and crouched down on one knee to meet her eye level. I took off my hood and smiled. ”I don’t know if you remember me but...” before I could finish, recognition sparked in her eyes.
        “Ah, you’re the girl who was with her at the base one year ago”
        I nodded, “thanks for remembering...Jurina right?” She nodded in confirmation.
        “Jurina, I need a favour. Can you please take me to see Rena?”
        She eyed me for a bit but nodded. “Follow me” The dog ran off and I followed her towards one of the houses.

        Once we reached the door, she opened it and stepped inside. I waited at the door step. She turned around and looked up, “you can come in you know”
        I was taken aback. Interesting kid. “Thanks” I stepped inside and she closed the door.
        “You can sit at the table there, I’ll call Rena.” She scampered off up the stairs.

        I decided to stay standing by the door.
        Story was that I’d met Rena a year ago on a mission. I’d infiltrated one of the government bases in order to take what I could. Alarms were somehow tripped through so things got messy. I’d run into Rena at the base, and of course we were cautious with one another at first, but realized we both were against the government. Therefore, we decided to join forces. During our little raid, we ended up freeing the prisoner there, and among those prisoners was little Jurina who was seven at the time. After escaping, we stuck together for a bit and learned Jurina was an orphan. Rena told me she’d take care of the girl, so we split. Actually, Rena knew of my past, she’d known who I was from when she first saw me, but decided to trust me. Like Atsuko, there was something about her I couldn’t understand, but that’s why I came to her for help. Taking another leap of faith and trusting someone.

        In a few minutes Jurina came back down, and this time Rena was with her.
       “Uh, hey” I awkwardly raised a hand in greeting.
        She actually smiled, “you don’t have to be so nervous, why don’t we have a seat?”
        “Um, actually, I’m kind of in a rush”
        She went to the fridge and grabbed a bottle of water, tossing it to me. “You seem tired. So, go on”
        “Thanks” I gulped down the water, not realizing how thirsty I was. “The thing is, my friends are walking into a trap at the eastern base, and I could really use your help”
        I could tell she was shocked by what I’d said, but her expression lightened and she looked straight into my eyes. “Alright, I’ll help”
   
        It was my turn to be shocked. “Just like that?”
        “You've change....Or should I say you're changing. Your eyes tell me that you’re still the same person I met a year ago, but they’re slowly becoming calmer. I can tell you’re serious though...and determined. You also never struck me as a person to ask for help... So these friends of yours must mean a lot.
        I nodded. “People can change you I guess. And I do want to change...I know I’m asking something selfish here by dragging you into this”
        She looked down to Jurina and smiled, “people change us indeed. It’s alright Takahashi, I want to help. Any enemy of the government is an ally of mine. Let’s go help your friends.”
        I gave a big smile, honestly grateful towards Rena.  “Wait, what about Jurina?”
        “Can I come!?” Jurina eagerly asked.
        Rena lightly flicked the young girl’s forehead. “You hold down the fort, got it”
        “Boo! Fine”
        Rena smiled and patted her head. She quickly went and equipped her weapons. She had an arm guard on each hand that’d release claws on command, and she tucked away a dagger on her thigh and gun on her waist.
         “Pick something out” Rena instructed as she pointed at the weapons in the corner.
        I stared at the weapons, unsure. Rena saw my expression and softly said, “Daggers won’t be enough. If we want to make it out of there alive with your friends, we have to fight with all we got.”

        I nodded. She’s right.
        “Here, how about this” Jurina walked over and held out a black and silver magnum revolver. My eyes widened. “What’s wrong? Don’t know how to use it?” she curiously asked.
        “Huh. Oh no, actually I had a very similar gun to this” I took the gun from her and strapped it to my waist, along with extra ammunition. “Ready” I turned to Rena.
         “Let’s go” she said, I nodded, and we were off.




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TOMORROW!
Pls post it tom XD
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Uu...Another part of AKB past...Hm, this is so interesting!~!~
 :w00t: :D XD

~Well, that's explain it...About Mariko...Naruhodo...Oh Takamina...Friends!~!~ Nyahaha!~!~
 :lol: 8) :P

~Glad that Takamina make friend~~ Horayy...B-But...Those government...Damn it!!!
 :angry: :smhid :thumbdown:

~They set a trap there!! I hope Atsuko and the other is save...Yeah, hope so...
 :shocked :O :banghead:

~Oh...Takamina meet Jurina and Rena...And they decide to help her to warn or rescue them...GO!~!~!~
 XD :yep: :fap

~Hm...I'll be looking forward for the next one...This gonna be a long story!~!~ Love it!~!~ Thanks!~!~
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post it tomorrow..pleaseee...

and thank you for the update.. :bow:

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haruna really such and air head no matter in which world :on lol:

hoo...a trap eh :hehehe:

rena and her retractable claw reminds me with wolverine :cool1:

update the last part for the past tomorrow please....

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ooooo but minami saves everyone...or i hope so...

UPDATE SOON!!!!!


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Tomorrow~

Please update soon! :D

I understand who Mariko is now! :3

Haruna's airhead moment was funny XD

Thanks for the update :)

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Uwaaaa~ Ohmygosh! WOW :w00t:

Awesome! Can't wait for the next up~!

Minami and Rena! Hurry!

Yosha~ :fap

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WMatsui enter the picture~
nod nod, go rescue them~~
the way that Taka asked them to be friends was so cute~

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Lol okay, I'll post chapter 16 tomorrow and respond to everyone's comments as usual :) Thanks everyone!

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I forgot to comment on last two parts.... SORRY!!!!!!!!! :cry: :cry: :cry:

Takatiny hear was so cool!!!!!!!!!  XD XD XD

I want the OW Rena, Yukirin, Jurina and Mayuyu to go on Alternate World.....

Waiting for the next update.....  XD XD XD
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Interesting....

Mariko was a spy....

What's going to happen next?

Can't wait to find out

Thank you for the update

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Travel To A Distant World:Chapter-16-The Birth of AKB part 4 (July 4 2013)
« Reply #217 on: July 04, 2013, 02:03:59 PM »
Thanks everyone! So since this was already written, here is chapter 16! I know my updates can sometimes be quick which may be a hassle at times since it give you all a lot to read :P But feel free to comment whenever you want and on whatever chapter you want if you wanted to but didn’t have a chance for a previous posting :)

So this is the last part of AKB’s past, next chapter we’re back to the present! Hope you all like this! Enjoy the read & if you have anything to say please comment!

Replies:

Chichay12: Today the posting of the chapter shall be! & you’re welcome :)
Dieyg48: Glad you find it interesting! I’m worried I’m boring you guys T_T & yeah, the ‘friend’ concept is knew to Minami so good think she was able to make some! As for the saving, you’ll see what happens in this chapter :)
olive29: You’re welcome, here is the next chapter today as requested :D
bunny_rabbit: A part of her will always be an airhead no matter what world indeed :P The inspiration for Rena’s claws came from wolverine! Total badass! :) Enjoy the update!
Archer1992: Let’s see how the saving will go! :)
Takaminafan49: Here is the update! :D & glad Mariko’s role was understood, she was a mystery when first introduced to Minami! Lol glad you liked Haruna’s airhead moment!
kenjoy12: You’re welcome, thanks for your enthusiasm for the fic!
Shinoki: Wmatsui, yay! Yeah, this is one of the reasons why Minami relied on Rena a lot in the future :) & glad you found Taka’s friend making method cute~ that’s what I was going for ^^
X_Last-Cross_X: Don’t apologize!!! Feel free to comment whenever you want on whatever chapters you want! Haha ‘Takatiny’ I like that name :P As for members going to the alternate world... it could very well happen :D
cisda83: Glad you find it interesting :D

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Chapter 16 - The Birth of AKB part 4

        Rena and I were racing through the sewers towards the government base. She wasn’t surprised when I showed her the underground system I used, instead she was impressed.
        As we kept running side by side, I spoke up, “so um...how are things with Jurina”
        She gave me a curious look but then kept her eyes forward. “They’re great actually. She’s a handful, but a good and strong kid.”
        “I see...That’s good...about that time, um...I never got to say thanks...for helping me and all. Actually, I was pretty cold from the way I remember it” I admitted.
        She let out a small laugh, “you really are trying to change. Don’t sweat it; we both aided one another then. Sure you may not have been the friendliest company to keep around, but you held up your end of the bargain.”
        I nodded, though obviously she couldn’t see since we were still running. I may not be great at reading people like Atsuko is, but I could tell that Rena was a good person.

        “Alright, just around that corner there” I informed her as we slowed our pace. “Up the ladder through the bars should take us to their basement level. I’m sure the government still doesn’t know about these entrances, so the traps they set must be on their main floors.”
        “We won’t know what to expect once we’re in there, traps still could be in place, and they could still be waiting for you. We’ll have to be careful, find your friends then get out.”
        I nodded, and we both headed up.

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        Once in the basement, we confirmed that we were in the clear, and that we’d head up to the first floor.
        “Do we have a plan?” Rena whispered.
        I raised an eyebrow, “what are you looking at me for?” I asked perplexed.
        “Well...do you?” she ignored my last question.
        I sighed. “If they were expecting me, they probably set up the traps by their supplies on the east wing. The west wing is where the prisons usually located...so they could be on either end.”
        “...Do you think they’d kill them right away?” Rena bluntly asked, and I flinched. Though it was a valid question.
        “...I don’t know” I honestly answered.
        “...So where should we head first?”
         Suddenly, out attention was directed towards the sound of shouts and gun shots. “I’m guessing that way” I said, and me and Rena ran through the halls towards the east wing.

        Rena and I both took out our guns and held them in our hands as we ran down the hall. The gun felt unfamiliar, and yet familiar in my hands.
        As we ran, we spotted two guards up ahead, and they caught sight of us as well.
        “Hey! More intruders!” the young man yelled. He was about to raise his gun to fire but Rena reacted first by shooting him in the chest. His partner raised his gun but I held mine to him as well, as did Rena.
        “If you were smart, you’d drop that gun” Rena instructed. He looked back and forth between us, gun still raised.

        Idiot. I fired my revolver and shot at his gun, sending it flying out of his hand. I then charged him and kicked his stomach, he fell on his back and I aimed my gun at him again. “Let’s try this again. Where are the group of girls who infiltrated this base?” Rena walked over beside me.
        “Ha! Those brats are probably dead by now. They won’t cooperate, and there’s too many soldiers” he smirked and my temper flared. I fired the bullet right beside his head and he screamed.
        “That’s not what I asked.”
        “Okay! Okay! They set off the trap on the east wing and fled to the south, soldiers are chasing them down to a dead end.”
        “We should hurry after them” Rena informed. I nodded and looked down to the soldier and cocked my gun.
        His eyes widened. “No please! Please don’t kill me! Please!” he pleaded. I hesitated for an instant, and that was enough time for the soldier to pull out a knife and spring forward. I still didn’t pull my trigger, instead I tried to dodge, but he managed to cut my left arm. A shot then rang out and I saw blood pour out of his chest as he fell to the ground. Rena stood behind him with her gun aimed.

        I let out a breath of releif. “Than...” Rena grabbed me by my collar and slammed me to the wall. I winced as my left arm made contact.
        “Are you an idiot? That was careless! If you’re not serious about saving your friends then you shouldn’t have come” she glared.
        I glared back, “of course I’m serious!” I tried to pull her hand off me and move but she tightened her grip and slammed me back into the wall.
        “Then act like it! If you go hesitating like that again, you’ll get us both killed. You’re not working alone anymore Takahashi, get that through your head. Your actions right now will determine if you’re friends and us get to live”

        I lowered my head, ashamed of myself. She was right; it wasn’t just my life on the line anymore. I wasn’t working solo anymore to just steal some things...I was here to save my friends. I looked over at two dead soldiers and flinched again.
        Rena sighed and let go of me. “It’s either them...or us Takahashi. Next time, don’t go pulling out your gun if you don’t plan to properly use it” she walked ahead of me.

        I gripped the gun that was in my hand and followed behind Rena.

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        As we headed towards the others, I quickly cut a piece of my jacket and Rena helped tie it on the cut on my left arm.

        We arrived at the east wing and saw many dead bodies lying around. Thankfully none of them were the people I knew.
        “Clearly they were here” Rena said.
        I nodded. “There’s the path to the south wing, let’s hurry”

        On our way, we ran into a few more guards. Wanting to keep our presence hidden as we approached, we decided no guns till we reached the south wing. Rena sprang out her claws and cut down the soldiers in her path. I took out both my daggers and immobilized the soldiers then knocked them out. I could start to feel the pain from the cut in my left hand, but ignored it and kept moving forward.
As we got closer, the sounds got louder. The shouting, the shooting.

        We saw the pathway end at a turn and stopped at the corner.
        “You ready for what’s behind there?” Rena asked.
        “I don’t have much of a choice” I answered. We both nodded and charged in.

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Yuko’s POV

        We were getting creamed...well not entirely but close to it. There were a lot of soldiers, and only five of us. We were exhausted, running low on ammo, therefore relying on our close range weapons.
        So far we were managing to hold up, only sporting a few minor injuries, but we didn’t know how long we could fight them off. I stuck by Sasshi’s side. She wasn’t much of a fighter, so I was assisting her. I had my katana out and was cutting down any soldier in my way. One came up at my side and fired his gun. I swiftly deflected his bullet with my blade and cut his gun in half, then ran him through the chest with the katana.
        “Sasshi! 12 o clock!” I shouted. She quickly turned in the proper direction and fired. The other soldier dropped.

Haruna’s POV

        Mariko and I fought back to back. Both I and she had out our tonfa guns. Striking the close by enemies and shooting the ones at a distance.
        “How long can we keep this up?” I panted as I shot another soldier and slammed one of my guns to another’s head.
        “For as long as we have to!” Mariko said as she flipped a soldier over her shoulder and slammed him into the floor, and then shot him.

Atsuko’s POV

        “Ah!” I shouted as I stabbed a soldier in his chest with my dagger, swiftly pulling it out and stabbing the one who approached behind me. Another soldier raised his gun and fired, but I used his friend who I’d just killed as a shield, and then drew out my own gun and shot the guy.
        I quickly looked around at my friends and saw them exhausted as well. I don’t know how long we can keep going.
        “Woah!” I heard Sasshi yell. I turned and saw she was on the floor, a soldier smirking as he held his gun at her. Before I could react, a shot rang out and the soldier collapsed as the bullet went through his chest. I turned in surprise and saw a girl I didn’t recognize...and beside her was... “Minami!” I shouted. Happy to see the older girl came for us, though I admit surprised to see she was with someone else.
        I made eye contact with Minami and she smiled and nodded. Her way of maybe telling me things would be okay. I also nodded and went back to fighting.

Minami’s POV

        I ran into the battle and immobilized as many soldiers as I could. I used my daggers to cut them on the arm and legs then slammed the base of my dagger to their heads. I heard one approach behind me and I quickly ducked, brought out my leg and slid it in a 180 degree motion, bringing the guy down to the ground. I grabbed him from his collar, lifter him slightly then slammed his head back down to the floor to knock him out.
        Looking over, I saw Rena was handling herself well.
        I stood and saw more soldiers approach. Damn it, just how many are there...I touched the gun strapped to my waist, and slowly pulled it out. My hands shook as I held the revolver...No time to hesitate...no time to hesitate....no time to hesitate.
   
        “Bitch!” I heard someone angrily yell. I turned and saw a soldier slam Atsuko into the wall. She dropped her weapon as he kicked her in the stomach. She slid to the floor and coughed, and he aimed his gun at her. “I’ll teach you not to mess with us! Why don’t you beg for your life, maybe I’ll let you live” he smirked.
        My heart constricted. Suddenly, I felt like the only people in this room were the soldier and Atsuko, because that’s all I could see. When she tried to recover, he kicked her down again and kept telling her to beg for her life.
        My breathing became eratic, my vision foggy...and yet very much in focus. Images flashed through my mind...this time of the soldiers killing my parent’s right in front of me.

        No...No...Not again...I’m not that same helpless little girl anymore...I can fight! You won’t...You won’t take anyone else away from me!
        Anger quickly radiated through my very core. I lifted the gun with shaking hands and aimed it at the soldier. “You won’t....I won’t let you” I whispered. I gripped the gun and held it steadily in place. I felt something inside me snap as he struck Atsuko again, and I fired.   
        The bullet struck him right in the head, and he instantly fell to the floor. Atsuko raised her head as she wiped the blood from her lips and looked at me, but I was no longer looking at her.
        I shifted my gaze to the other soldiers. No hesitation. I won’t let them take anything of mine anymore.

        A soldier ran at me and I raised my gun with no effort and shot him in the head. I heard another approach from behind and without even having to look; I pointed the gun behind me and fired. Heard him fall. I walked up to a soldier who was cornering Sasshi and grabbed him by the collar, pulling him backwards and slammed him to the floor.
        He looked up with shock, raised his hands, “please don...” I shot him before he could finish.
        I turned back to Sasshi, saw her looking surprised as well. “Hand me a spare gun” I casually told her as I held out my hand.
        She just nodded and handed me a pistol. I loaded it and turned back to the battle, a gun now in each hand.


Atsuko’s POV

        That fraction of a second I met Minami’s eyes, I knew something was wrong. No...Not wrong...because for some reason, I felt like she was still herself. That she was in control. But I knew this was something she didn’t want to do...Was it?
        I stood myself up from the wall, and watched as Minami gunned down every soldier. It didn’t take her more than one shot to each solider. She never missed, always getting them in the head. Instant kill. Sometimes she’d only glance at one soldier on one side, then looks to another, but shoots both at the same time. It’s as if the guns were extensions of her arms. She knew where the enemy was, and she knew who the enemy was. She fired at the soldiers surrounding Haruna, clearly confident in her abilities to not hit her.
 
        I saw Yuk run up to me. “Woah...Is that the same Minami we know”
        I looked on with sad eyes as Minami mercilessly gunned down the soldiers. I couldn’t see her expression, and I wondered if it was the same as back then, however, when she shot down the final soldier, she calmly lowered her hands to her sides, loosely holding the guns. Slowly she turned back to me.

        No...It wasn’t the same expression as back then, it changed. When I first caught her eyes earlier, they looked angry...vengeful...but now, it seemed she was calm, like she was sure of what she’d done. Determined to do it.
        This time she’d killed for the sake of protecting us, not for vengeance...That didn’t change the lonely look in her eyes though.

        I slowly began to walk up to her. Haruna and Mariko stood to the side and watched, Yuko helped Sasshi up and they also stayed in their place. The girl Minami came with just watched curiously. I stopped in front of Minami. She was staring at the last soldier she killed.

        “Minami?” There was no response. “Minami!” I said a bit louder. She looked to me, her eyes steadily losing that fogged up appearance. She still wasn’t saying anything. I looked down to her hands and saw she was still gripping both guns in her hands.
         “Minami, it’s okay now. It’s over. We’re all fine.”
        She slowly looked around, as though she had to confirm herself if we were all really okay. “Minami” I tried again, grabbing hold of one of her wrists with each hand. “You can let go of the guns now”
 
        Her eyes widened, and her hands loosened. Both guns clattered on the floor. She looked around the room again, and broke out of my hold, raising both her hands to cover her mouth. She looked like she was going to be sick. She stumbled over to the wall at the corner, fell to her kneees, and started coughing, and then threw up.
        “Minami!” I ran over to her, and I heard the others follow, also worried.
        I crouched down to her level and softly patted her back. I kept doing that until she got her breathing under control and raised up her head.

Minami’s POV

        I wiped my mouth with my sleeve jacket and took it off, threw it to the floor since it was covered in blood as well. I felt everyone’s eyes on me and it made me worried, worried to see what expressions they held.

        “Minami” I turned my head when I heard Atsuko called. She looked at me with worry and tears slid down her face. I was shocked. Did I scare her? I lowered my head “Sorry...I always seem to make you cry... even though all I want is for you to smile”
        “You... really are an idiot. I’m just crying because I’m worried. Because there’s nothing I can do to make things right, to make you not hurt” she said.
        I was taken aback.
        “You did have us worried for a second there, glad you’re okay though” Haruna smiled down at me.
        “Yeah, thanks for coming to help us” Sasshi gave me a piece sign.
        “We would’ve gotten creamed if it weren’t for you; clearly you’re a skilled fighter...and a good friend. Thanks for coming for us” Yuko smirked.
        “We should also thank you for bringing your friend along” Mariko smiled over to Rena.
        “I owed her one...besides; I could tell she was serious when she asked for help, and I was curious to meet the people she’s trying to change for” Rena said.
       
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         I was honestly happy at the moment. For once a feeling of total bliss washed over me and tears streamed down my own face.
        “Why are you crying!?” Atsuko said as tears continued to fall.
        “B...because. I’m happy...I know it sounds stupid...but I’m just happy you’re all okay. And you’re here. I was so scared at first...scared I wouldn’t be able to save you guys, but now you’re all still here...so I’m happy” I cried. “sorry”
        “Idiot, that’s not something to apologize for” Atsuko laughed through her tears and encircled me in a firm hug. We both cried in each other’s arms.

Yuko’s POV

        Sasshi titled her head, “I don’t really get it but...they’re crying because they’re happy right?”
        I smirked, “indeed they are”
        “Aww, they’re like two little kids, so cute” Haruna commented.
        Mariko chuckled, “well, that’s because they are still kids...we tend to forget that these days don’t we. It’s nice to see them act their age once in awhile”

        I nodded, a sad smile gracing my face. Indeed one had to grow up fast in this world, but looking down at Minami and Atsuko, I couldn’t help but smile. I’m sure the both of them had a tough life, but it was because of people like them that I fight. And seeing the two now, I knew they were people I wanted to fight for. Fight for them so maybe they could still be kids once in awhile.
 
        In a way it was odd, here we are surrounding these two kids, while a bunch of dead soldiers surrounded us....however, we didn’t care. Somehow, being together made everything alright, I even shared a greeting smile with the girl Minami had brought.
        After some time, Minami and Atsuko pulled apart and dried their tears.
        “Come on, we should get out of here” I said.

Minami’s POV

        Rena offered me her hand to help me up, and Yuko offered Atsuko. We both stood with their help. I looked to each and every one of their faces and smiled.
        “Woah Minami, you look pretty cute with a smile” Yuko commented.
        I blinked, “uh, thanks” I said awkwardly as Atsuko hit Yuko.
        “Stop, she’s not used to that” she scolded.
        Yuko gave Atsuko an accusing look, “how come you get to tease her!?”
        Atsuko stuck out her tongue, “just because”

        “Um...can I say something?” I asked. They all looked to me. “Um...thanks. I know it was probably odd to have seen me like that a few minutes ago when I was fighting...but I don’t want to lie and say that’s not who I am. I did lose control for a second there but...honestly, I knew full well what I was doing, and I accepted it. For once...for once I wanted to fight for someone else other than myself or for revenge. I was okay with pulling the trigger. So if it’s okay with you all...can I stay by your side, and continue to fight?” I nervously asked.

        There was a collective silence for a bit, but then Yuko smiled. “We already established you’d be staying with us Minami, no need to ask”
        Atsuko nodded, “are you sure you’re oaky with it though, I mean, we’ll continue to strike the government”
        I nodded without hesitation. “I can’t keep running for the rest of my life. I’m making no difference the way I am now. I want to be able to create a future for everyone where they can live in peace...To do that, I have to fight, and I know I can do better this time, because I have a reason to fight” I said with determination.
        “Well then, we’d be more than honoured to have your help Minami” Mariko smiled.

        “Sorry to break this up, but Minami, want to introduce us to your friend over there” Sasshi said as she pointed to Rena.
        I laughed, “Sorry. Everyone, this is Rena. We shortly teamed up about a year ago, and I asked her for help”
        “Then we should thank you as well” Atsuko said as she walked over to me and grabbed hold of my arm, “just an acquaintance then right” Atsuko gave me an innocent smile that sent shivers down my spine.

        I looked over to Rena, “...A friend...if she’s okay with me calling her that”
        Rena smiled, “I don’t mind, but do you all think we can take this conversation somewhere else?’
        We all nodded, but I remembered something. “Wait; let’s head over to the west wing first. There may be prisoners that need freeing.”
        They all agreed, and we walked over.

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        As we walked, Atsuko kept holding my hand, and I didn’t mind the action. Rena looked over to us and asked, “I’ve been curious about this but...Takahashi, why are you wearing a dog collar.”
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        “Eh!” I looked down and saw I still had the collar on. “Atsuko!” I turned to her and she raised her hands in apology.
        “Sorry! I left the keys at home!”
        “She’s lying, she lost them” Yuko pointed out as Atsuko glared at her.
        “L...lost! Wait, I won’t have to wear this for the rest of my life will I?”
        “Don’t worry about it Minami san, I can probably take it off” Sasshi reassured as I sighed in relief. Wait...probably?!

        We reached the cells but saw them empty. However, I saw a shadowed figure in one of the cells in the corner. “There’s someone there” I said.
        We walked over to the cell, and saw a girl sitting in the corner. She had light brown shoulder length hair, and was covered in dirt.   Although, even with all the dirt and scratches, she was still beautiful. I began to walk up to the cell but Mariko held me back.
        “Careful...even if this is a government prison, sometimes their prisoners really are dangerous and not so innocent.”

        I gently shrugged her off; “None of us are innocent” I smiled at Mariko then walked up to the cell. The girl raised her head and looked at me with caution. In that moment, I realized what I wanted to do. Taking out my dagger, I pierced the keyhole and broke the lock. Opening the cell doors, I slowly walked over to the girl. She seemed about my age.
       
        “W...what do you want” she cautiously asked. I saw that she had little fangs when she spoke.
        I kindly smiled. “Nothing, I just want you to trust me” I held out my hand to her, and saw she was surprised. It felt good though, to reach out a hand to someone. To offer someone a chance, a chance I would’ve loved to have long ago, but do now.
        I kept my hand extended, and the girl slowly reached over and placed her hand in mind. Smiling, I grabbed hold and helped her up, then walked out of the cell.
        “I’m Takahashi Minami” I introduced myself.
        Her eyes slightly widened, but she calmly said, “Itano Tomomi”

        The others walked over. Giving me curious glances. I looked to Itano, and each one of them.
        “You’ve come up with something, haven’t you” Rena guessed.
        I smirked. “I want to fight...to help others...to change things. And if we want to go up against the government, we’ll need more people...more friends”
        They all looked surprised.

        “You don’t mean like...create our own army” Sasshi asked.
        I shook my head and smiled, “No...I mean create our own family”

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End of chapter 16!

My next update will most likely be July 10th!





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Uwa!~!~ Those words of friendship really struck my heart!~!~ Hah~~
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~Yatta!! Takamina and the other manage to save them!! Yeah, like alllllll those action!~!~ Nyaha!~!~
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~Oh...The part where Takamina kill those guard or something...It's totally cool!~!~ But then she threw up...
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~Yeah, of course...But she also manage to control herself and kill those from the government for her friends...Yes...
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~What?! That collar is still there? And is it unbreakable? Cuz' Sasshi said probably!~!~ Bwahahaha!~!~
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~July 10th?! Well, okay then...I'll still be waiting for it...Thank you for the nice chapter...Can't wait for the 10th July!~!~
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Your story is the definition of AWESOMENESS
I admire your writing.
48G FTW. Yoroshiku.

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