sinister v e n g e a n c e.

[Mayiamaru]

(It's alright lol I can read it at least. Oh and do you mind if I ask what Akane's parents' names are? [if any])

Nadia began to stutter. "Scary... Evil man... Trial... W-We could get fired!" She said, shuttering in an uncontrolable panic and fear. "What if the man gets arrested, and when he gets out, he comes after us! He could have a horrible disease and pass it on to us! You should have seen how deathly pale his skin was! OH and his thin but thick hair. That... That never even made sense! And..." Nadia would just go on and on, speaking so quickly that it was difficult to understand. She barely even stopped to take breaths. Akane's parents had finally had enough and spoke up. "We should all head for the Accossiation court house. Akane." Mr. Sohma called. "Come quickly. We have to get there soon." He said, looking up at Akane. The other servants nervously made their way out the door and to the courthouse. All trembled except for Mark, one of the butlers. He mumbled to himself, thinking this trial was a waste of time. Nothing was missing so there was no real crime.

Skye felt a familiar presence enter the court room. He didn't dare to turn his head however. The power and aura was easy enough to identify. Especially since he encountered it before. He stood at attention and waited patiently for the trail to start. The people behind him seemed to give off a strong sense of fear, anxiousness and nervousness. The jury seemed to eye him suspiciously as well.

[Pockyy]

((Technically they're your characters so I don't mind what names you give them xD Updated picture for Akane ^^))

Akane ignored her parent's glances, quickly turning and walking away from the hubbub of the group. She walked in front, following the cobblestone path. The sky was clear and blue, though small clouds looked like they wanted to worm themselves in. Akane looked up, crossing her arms as she rubbed them against her arm. After a few rubs, the fire from her palsm had started to burn her. Unknown of her actions, she quickly withdrew them and sighed. For a moment, life seemed normal, the life she knew. Stretching out her fingers, Akane hoped her powers wouldn't cause any more havoc.

Xaria slowly flew in circles around the glade, whilst James sat cross-legged studying a book. I think I'm getting the hang of it, Xaria said to him mentally, landing swiftly beside him. "Good." He said,"Try doing loops and distance." Xaria gave a little nod.

((Ahh major WRITERS BLOCK =.=))

[Mayiamaru]

(Alright XD Your mother is Maria and your Father is... Kaiden. Yeah XD Kaiden)

Knight wasn't far from James and Xaria, watching with a careful eye and stayed at a distance so he would not be discovered. He was able to listen in on their convorsation due to a little involentary power he and his brother called a Mind Spill. He tried to get as much information as he could while he lay there on a branch of a nearby tree while Blazer flew about of his own free will.

Maria and Kaiden followed Akane towards the courthouse. Upon entering, people were chatting away towards the back of the room, but all near the bench were struck silent, stunned by Skye's ghastly appearance and calm attitude, even though he was in the Accossiation's court. "To the front." Ordered the guard when Maria, Kaiden and Akane were in sight. Maria and Kaiden shuffled quickly to their seats, waiting for the trail to come to order.

[Pockyy]

Akane followed, her lips turning into a small scowl. The Reapers always creaped her out, their haughty expression and sneers, though she knew they held a terrible secret of their own. As she slowly glanced around the court room she closed her eyes, blocking out the chatter of the jury and witnesses.

"So," A soft voice said, "Can you described what happened, Miss?" A woman around her 30's was lounged on a fancy armchair, gilded with gold leaf. A small girl around the age of 12 was sat, tensed, on a matching lounge chair. The room was quite small, sporting a warm and safe feeling. A crackling fire was burning brightly behind the two. A pine desk was cluttered with parchment and ink, taking up the corner. The rest of the room was filled with bookshelves, packed together tightly, towering from ceiling to the floor. Each and every one had books neatly arranged, most leather-bound with intricate print on the book's spine. The blonde-haired girl looked up towards the women slowly, that were crystal grey. "I was walking home from the market, I saw the board members in a huddle outside the big building. Their hands were sprouting flames; but it wasn't burning them..." She said in a quite voice, shaking a little when she had finished. The woman, who had been relaxed, was now tense, expression concerned.She stood up hesitatingly, frowning. Walking towards the girl, she gently placed a hand on her shoulder. "Go to sleep, you will forget about this when you wake up... Miss Akane." The girl slumped sideways, falling asleep on a pillow. The woman walked out, closing the door behind her.

Akane awoke with a start, one of the board members had come over. The woman was in her 40's, bits of grey hair mingling with her brown roots. "The session is about to begin." She said gently. Akane looked up, noticing the piercing eyes of the woman. They were oddly coloured, one a musky red and the other a piercing blue. Akane stared at the woman intently, where do I recongize her? She thought carefully. The woman took a step back, hurrying to her place.

Riko watched silently from her seat. Mizaki, why do you tease the girl so? She thought sarcastically as she caught a glance off the woman. Riko scowled furiously, crossing her arms across her chest. The person sitting next to her glanced uneasily at her, shuffling closer away from her. Riko gave a small smile, eying the Reapers in case they discovered her existence.

Xaria was flying absent-mindlessly in the air, trying out complicated moves. Several times, she fell towards the ground, tumbling in circles until she stopped. James smiled at her, gazing at her blue scales. I wonder if there are any spell-casters in this city, the name is so magical... he thought reading his book slowly. Xaria suddenly stopped dead in the air, giving off a small growl. Someone is invading my mind, she growled softly through their mind link. James stood up quickly, frowning. Be warned stranger, Xaria growled openly. She shut off James from her mind, though he could still hear the force of a telepathic roar of his dragon. Around him, he could feel wildlife stirring nervously.

[Mayiamaru]

(I'm a little confused ^_^" But I'll try)

Knight grinned childishly while he listened from the breanch he lay on. He was silent, but something about this was amusing. He expected his brother to be convicted for being caught trespassing. Skye had been looking out the window during the testimony, watching Knight calmly. Then he turned his head to the front and silently watched the judge with an icy disposition.

(Writer's block ^_^")

[Pockyy]

((Sorry the second paragraph was kinda like a flashback but Akane doesn't know what happened. Just a little background on Mizaki (: Sorry again for the confusion ^.^''))

Akane finally looked up properly. Her eyes widened as she noticed who the person sitting at the podium was. The same eyes and expression. She began to get up, but she was dragged down by the family lawyer sitting next to her, whispering furiously into her ear. Akane's expression was blank and mystified. So that was who broke into our house.... she mused to herself, not quite taking her eyes off him. She couldn't remember much, but she did recognize him from somewhere. Rubbing her forehead with the back of her hand, she frowned and tried to remember.

[Mayiamaru]

(Oh alright. Thanks ^_^)

Skye could feel Akane's eyes watching him. He didn't dare turn his head, however. Once he was called, he stood, tucked his chair in and approached the bench. "You don't seem like any familiar face in these parts. Now, tell me. What were you doing trespassing in the Sohma Residence? Remember. You are under oath." The judge reminded, remaining expressionless. Skye answered calmly without taking more than a second to begin his reply. "A group of men had stolen many things from that residence. I saw it as my duty to return them." He said without stuttering. He had nothing to hide or anything to be ashamed of, for now. "I am well aware that trespassing is a crime, but I am willing to pay the consiquences for this offence." He ended, waiting silently for a decision to be made.l

[Pockyy]

Akane wanted to say something, but she knew that would be a bad move. Her minor power twisted inside her, ready to be unleashed. A few of the member of the jury shifted uncomfortably in their seats, confused as what the verdict would be. This person was being honest and frank, though would they want to upset the Association by saying he was innocent? They waited, staring puzzled at the Judge. Riko sat silently in the back. It would be nice if he was guilty, she thought, then I can challenge that girl. She thought the word 'girl' with a sneer, frowning slightly.

[Mayiamaru]

(I flipped a coin for the verdict )

It was some time before the jury reached a verdict. It would have been a hung jury, but after careful consideration, a decision was made. "We find the defendant... Guilty." Said a woman on jury with an almost disappointed tone. Each of the jury members looked up at Mizaki. They were curious if anyone was going to press charges after what they had heard. Kaiden and Maria held each others hands, discussing quietly amongst themselves on what they should do.

[Pockyy]

Mizaki tapped her sharp nails on the wooden podium she sat at, beside the Judge. Tap, tap, tap. "Hmmm." She muttered, eyes narrowed and icy. "Shall we let the judge decide?" She said coldly,rubbing the back of her hand gently against her chin. The Reapers leaned forwards in anticipation, standing idly besides Mizaki. Her gaze directed to the Judge, eyes slowly moving towards the highest podium. Akane twiddled her thumbs in her seat, glancing around at the jury and the spectators. She suddenly spotted Riko in the corner, silent but deadly. Riko saw Akane look at her. Alarmed as to if she knew her true identity, she sank further into her seat, arms crossed and a burning expression. Akane turned around, frowning.