Nabiki Tendo (Black Rose, Blue Thunder)

Nabiki Tendo is the middle daughter of Soun Tendo and one of the heirs to the Anything Goes School of Martial Arts.

## Biography

### Plot

When her father announced the pending arrival of a well-travelled guy only for Ranma to show up in his cursed form Nabiki chastised her father for not making sure. Soun bemoaned not being able to join the schools hearing this Kodachi who had come with Ranma instead of her father asked Soun what that had to do with Ranma stating that if they get an explanation to the circumstances surrounding this promise they two would gladly leave the family alone. Sniffing as he continued to sob quietly Soun explained the promise he and Genma made to their master about continuing the Anything Goes school of martial arts. He then immediately burst into tears as the group took this information into consideration.

Akane was the first to break silence and called her father out for being so rude to their guest just because they were girls. Her suggesting that they let the two stay caused Ranma and Kodachi to exchange sly looks. Something that did not make it past Nabiki’s notice. Bowing Kodachi thanked Akane for her generosity. Blushing at the praise Akane assured Kodachi that the two could stay as long as they like. However they just wanted to resolve the matters with the Tendo’s while discovering the truth behind the whispered rumors of an engagement involving Ranma. At this point Kodachi poked Ranma in the ribs who after agreeing with Kodachi asked if she could take a bath much to everyone’s surprise. Before Akane or Nabiki could reply Kasumi rose smoothly to her feet and led Ranma to the furo.

A silence filled the room and finally Nabiki turned her attention to Kodachi. Nabiki knew what Kodachi was the second she started talking. She had met thousands of con artists and some at her school would even venture to say that Nabiki herself was one of them. While she couldn’t figure out what con Kodachi was playing Nabiki believing she was the ringleader wasn't about to let them out of her sight. Noting Nabiki's study Kodachi raised an eyebrow and asked what was wrong. Blinking at this statement Nabiki could only stare baffled at the other girl who tilted her head to one side in expectation of an answer. Akane apologized on behalf of her sister stating they don’t usually get a lot of strangers. Giving Nabiki a speculative smile Kodachi suggested that they leave only for Akane to stop her and invite her to the dojo.

When they got to the dojo Nabiki insisted that the two spar. While she accepted Nabiki’s challenge Kodachi silently prayed that the girl was as good as she thought she was. Seeing Kodachi’s toned body after she took off her jacket a worried Akane asked her sister why she had to be so violent, reminding her that Kodachi was a guest. Nabiki responded by stating that as the heir of the Tendo dojo it was her job to both accept and give challenges. Realizing that Nabiki wouldn’t listen Akane gave up. The spar was interrupted by the arrival of a flying pig who launched himself at Kodachi upon seeing her.

Kodachi grabbed Nabiki in a tight embrace and bounded to one side causing him to crash into the dojo wall. It took Nabiki a while to realize what was going on as she was stunned by the sudden appearance of a flying pig. Once she came to her senses she angry told Kodachi to let her go. Kodachi argued that she was just trying to protect her once again bringing Nabiki’s attention to the flying pig. Kodachi claimed that the pig was some lab grown mutant that has been bothering her and Ranma for some time now, and the only reason they haven’t destroyed it was Ranma’s merciful heart. A story Nabiki was skeptical of despite the creature being right in front of her. Taking out her ribbon Kodachi knelt down to tie up the flying pig threatening to sell it to a butcher. This caused the pig to stir and letting out a horrifying squeal he squirmed out of Kodachi's grasp.

With that the two began to fight, Kodachi seemed to forget that Nabiki and Akane were there and told the pig that she wouldn’t allow him to proceed with another scheme to unhappily trap Ranma's affections. Nabiki was the first to get over her shock at what was going on and shouted at Akane to go get Ranma figuring she would know what was going on. As she was left alone to observe the battle between Kodachi and the flying pig the heir to the Tendo dojo jumped into the fray to help her. Even if Nabiki didn't trust the gymnast she wasn't about to let her be attacked by some weird mutant animal.

Together the two managed to defeat the pig at which point Kodachi began to jump up and down on the already unconscious flying pig in certain glee while Nabiki just watched. Eventually Nabiki told her to stop; giving her a warm smile Kodachi went back to her tale about the pig being an escape mutant that seemed to have a vendetta against her and Ranma. Nabiki still not buying it and seeing that the pig was regaining conscious demanded that Kodachi tell her the truth. Kodachi who had been given Nabiki her silent respect panicked at being told this, unfortunately the pig was to fast for her. He launched her towards the dojo wall with a crushing blow to her midsection. He then turned his attention to Nabiki. As she shifted into a fighting stance Nabiki was surprised that the pig seemed to be studying her.

At this point Kodachi managed to push herself up into a sitting position while clutching her sore ribs. She asked the pig if he was done attempting to ruin Ranma’s life. In response it released a series of angry squeals causing Kodachi to remind him that no one could understand him in that form. Which in turn caused Nabiki to ask why she was having a conversation with the pig. Before she could reply the flying pig released another angry squeal and went zooming out of the dojo with a burst of unexpected speed. Apologizing Kodachi ran after him stating that he was going after hot water. A confused Nabiki just followed after the gymnast.

Running into the sitting room Nabiki and Kodachi were greeted with the sight of Akane muttering to herself while pacing back and forth. While Soun continued to moan beneath the covers seemingly unaware of the situation. Suddenly, there was a crash from the kitchen and moments later the flying pig zoomed into the sitting room holding a kettle of hot water in its teeth. Seeing this Akane paused in her pacing and began to wonder if her new iron supplements was causing her to hallucinate. Nabiki demanded that Kodachi tell her what was going on who just ignored her as she tried to get close to the pig. Kasumi entered the room confirming to herself that a flying pig stealing a kettle from her wasn’t a dream. This brought Soun back to his senses and he finally peaked his head from under the covers.

Nabiki having no idea what was going on latched on to something Akane said earlier and asked her to confirm it. Akane explained about how she found a guy in the furo when she went to go get Ranma. Ceasing her glaring at the pig Kodachi asked if she knew where the guy went only to be told no. Akane and Nabiki were interrupted from trying to figure out who the guy was by the arrival of the guy Akane saw who chastised Kodachi for thinking that he’d run off without her. Bounding forward Kodachi enveloped him in a tight hug, who returned it wearing a soft smile, she then pulled away and explained that his father had somehow escape from wherever he left him meaning they had a great deal of explaining to do.

Observing the various confused reactions of the Tendo’s the guy grimaced and met the eyes of Kodachi who shrugged as way of an answer. Sighing at this, he introduced himself as Ranma Saotome. As Ranma, Kodachi and the Tendo’s sat around the table Kodachi took the kettle from the smug looking pig and poured its contents over it changing it to Genma Saotome. This time it was Soun who demanded what was going on but before Genma could reply Kodachi cut in smoothly to explain how he and Ranma got cursed at Jusenkyo. Soun couldn’t help himself from laughing upon finding out that Genma fell into the spring of flying pig agreeing with Kodachi that it was fitting. Genma calling his friend out for laughing at his misery just cause Soun and his daughters to laugh harder.

Kodachi demonstrated the curse by throwing Genma into the koi pond. When he changed back Genma called Ranma out for not stopping her who just said that he deserved it for getting him stuck with another engagement. Hearing that Nabiki asked if Genma had done this before. Ranma told her that his father had engaged him to a least a billion women only to be corrected by Genma who stated it was only five. Playing off the others as the large amount of girls chasing after him. Ranma snarled at this and looked ready to attack Genma when Kodachi intervened. She asked Genma who the fifth engagement was however he dismissed it as Ryoga’s responsibility.

Akane wanted to bring the conversation back to the magic curses, unfortunately Soun was furious at Genma for going back on their agreement. Genma managed to deflect his anger by pointed out that Ranma is a boy so can still marry one of his daughters. Soun agreed and asked Ranma to pick one only to be told no. Soun turned red faced at this and started to say something when Akane spoke up to remind him that they had already told him that they didn’t agree to this. Kodachi got Ranma, Akane, Nabiki, and Kasumi to discuss things amongst themselves with them all agreeing that they didn’t want to be a complete stranger.

With that Ranma and Kodachi were ready to leave only to be stopped by the fathers. Genma stated that this wasn’t like the other engagements as it was a matter of honor. This gave Ranma pause as he had never seen his father make a promise on his honor before. Seeing Ranma's reluctance to leave and sensing perhaps something deeper to this engagement as well Kodachi asked the two why it was so important. Genma explained his fears of what his master would do to them if he and Soun did not set two of their children in an engagement as he wished and merge the two schools together.

Since they were planning to stay in Nerima anyway Kodachi convinced Ranma to not immediately rescind the promise of his father however before the fathers could celebrate she stress that Ranma still wouldn’t agree to marry someone he doesn’t know so asked Soun if they could stay so that he could get to know his perspective Iinazukes. Soun didn’t hesitate to agree. After this was said Akane gave Ranma and Kodachi short welcoming hugs and offered to let Kodachi stay in her room before she went upstairs to do her regimen of sit-ups. Kasumi in the meanwhile was heading towards the kitchen to retrieve the requested sake for her father and Genma as she wore a thoughtful expression on her face. And Nabiki simply directed her sharp hazel gaze at Kodachi and Ranma who were murmuring to each other in low tones. Nabiki knew she was going to have to keep a close eye on the pair because they definitely had an ulterior motive for going along with her father's plans. That much was clear.

The next morning Nabiki strolled out onto the verandah and found Akane observing the figures of Ranma, who was in his cursed form, and Kodachi beating the unconscious figure of Genma pig into the ground. She asked what Genma id and Akane told her that he had said something about wanting his share of the latest job. Leaving the three to alone Akane and Nabiki went headed into the sitting room to eat the food that Kasumi was bringing in. Nabiki was teasing Akane about her fan club when Ranma and Kodachi came in. Nabiki noticed the missing Genma when Ranma and Kodachi came to breakfast, Ranma told her that they punted him the stratosphere so he wouldn't follow them to school. He was about to tell her that school was where they did most of their business, but was stopped by Kodachi. However his slip up gave Nabiki another clue of just who the two were.

As they eat Ranma brought up his annoyance about how guy like him playing up the stereotypical dumb blond in his cursed form. Girls weren’t really better which is why he made sure Kodachi knew that they were telling everyone they were a couple this time. Kodachi sighed with exaggerated annoyance at having to pretend to act irrationally jealous. They two momentarily forgot the others were there and kissed. This surprised Kasumi who believed the two were just friends. It at least explained to the sisters why the two were so adamant about not wanting the engagement. The Tendo sisters agreed to go along with their plans, it had been along time since Nabiki met anyone with the level of savvy they possessed, Kasumi was just happy that any conflict was removed, while Akane was just happy for the lovely couple. They did agree that Soun shouldn’t find out about them being a couple.

Knowing that his curse being revealed was an inevitability Ranma asked Akane and Nabiki what was the norm in the Furinkan district on their way to school. In response Nabiki just smugly looked forward around a hundred students who all wore almost the exact same face of adoration. Several of the girls seemed to swoon as Akane stepped a foot onto the campus, while a good portion of the boys began drooling. Akane tried to ignore them as she continued to dribble her basketball while walking towards the entrance to Furinkan. She eventually gave and told them to go ahead at which point they began chanting her praise in perfect harmony. After congratulating them for their improved rhythm Akane went inside. Seeing the puzzled and intrigued looks on Ranma and Kodachi's faces when they were left alone, Nabiki explained Akane’s fan club to them.

Walking into the cafeteria Nabiki scanned the crowded surroundings until she located the forms of Kodachi and Ranma. Striding towards them Nabiki slapped her ledger lightly down on the surface of their table and informed them that she had gotten over a hundred information requests about them two in the past half hour alone. They told her that all they did was give the usual song and dance when you're a new student, but she didn’t believe them. Whatever they did the student body wanted to know everything about the two. Which Ranma and Kodachi agreed to give as long as Nabiki formed a partnership with them, having figured out that she was the person to talk to when it came to running schemes. While Nabiki agreed she quickly began to wonder what she had gotten herself into after they began playfully flirting with her.

When the school day ended Nabiki found Kodachi leaning against the large oak tree in the front yard to Furinkan while Ranma was hanging upside down on a high tree branch. Surprised that they had waited for her, they told Nabiki that they had to a short errand so in order null any violent reactions to their disappearance they asked her to tell the others. While she agreed Nabiki couldn’t help but wonder why the two were being so secretive.

Nabiki worked her way through the large crowd of people gathered in the front yard to Furinkan high curious as to what exactly they were looking at. Hoping it wasn’t Akane sunbathing again she found making out underneath the large oak tree in the front yard. Ranma jokingly asked her if she wanted to join to which she hastily told him no. After calming down she informed the couple that romantic interaction was against school rules. When Kodachi asked why Nabiki told her about and incident involving Akane, and her current boyfriend being caught causing her fan club to destroy the north gym and locker rooms in their misery. This caused Ranma to ask why the school was so plush. To which Nabiki informed him that since Akane couldn’t take on sponsors herself they give the bribes to the school. Upon hearing this Ranma and Kodachi exchanged a look of certain wicked intentions. Seeing this Nabiki asked what they were up to only for them to play innocent.

They were interrupted by the sprinkler system turning on activating Ranma’s curse. Ranma had wanted to wait until they came up with a way to profit off of it to reveal his curse. He was hoping that the crowed that had gathered to watch the two make out hadn’t seen anything since Kodachi was blocking him. The thunderous crash of the entire crowd fainting simultaneously was his answer. They ended up charging for an explanation Ranma’s curse, and between that and the pictures Nabiki sold they ended up exceeding all their profit calculations for the week. To celebrate Ranma and Kodachi wanted to go clubbing. They aksed Nabiki to go with them, but she declined stating she had homework. Kodachi insisted as Nabiki could use the time to find some male suitor. Nabiki told her she was perfectly capable of finding a male suitor on her own, but they didn’t believe her.

They were interrupted by Perfume in her cursed form flying towards them and Nabiki mistaking her for a bug causing her to freak out since she hated them. Perfume could just watch in fear as Kodachi proceeded to hit her with her ribbon, before pouring a gooey liquid on her and wrapping her up in paper. Perfume tried to struggle free as the noxious fumes filled her lungs only to be flushed down the toilet the last thing that she saw was Ranma closing the toilet lid.

Ranma and Kodachi managed to eventually convince Nabiki to go clubbing, but first they needed to get her some new cloths. When a confused Nabiki asked why she needed to buy a new outfit just to go out clubbing. She grew increasingly annoyed when they started talking about her romantic troubles again, and finally demanded to know what they were up to. Shooting her a charming smile Ranma told Nabiki that they were going to help her land a man. There was a moment of silence before Nabiki roared in fury. Nabiki was slowly stalking towards her business partners who wore innocent expressions on their faces as they met her burning gaze. Hissing she told Ranma to repeat what he just said. Meeting their eyes, the couple shrugged then Kodachi told her again that they were going to help her find a boyfriend.

After calming down Nabiki asked the two why they thought she would need their help. Ranma and Kodachi then began to list several reasons. Nabiki’s loud ranting attracted the attention of Akane. Just as Akane got her attention a large truck passed in front of them and caused the puddle of water in the street to splash upwards. Much to Nabiki’s confusion Akane began calling out for some Perfume. Akane told her that she met a girl named Perfume who suddenly disappeared. A skeptical Nabiki asked her sister if she was back on those iron supplement pills. Annoyed Akane whirled around and headed towards the dojo. Nabiki turned back to where her business partners were and instead found the street deserted.

Nabiki waited on the roof for Ranma and Kodachi pouring water on them when they returned as revenge for tying to meddle in her life. Before another argument about how Nabiki was perfectly capable of finding her own boyfriend could start a furious and naked Perfume rushed out and informed Ranma and Kodachi that she was there to kill them for stealing the treasured from her tribe. Nabiki watched the scene take place and was surprised when a large cloud of smoke emerged from where her business partners had been. She observed curiously as Ranma leapt away with Kodachi only to be followed seconds later by Perfume. After nearly a week of dealing with the antics of the couple Nabiki should've been expecting them to be headed her way. When they bounded past with Perfume hot on their heels Nabiki barely had the time to dodge their quick moving forms. Unfortunately for her they kicked up quite the strong wind in their chase and this caused the normally agile Nabiki to lose her balance and fall off the roof. At the last second, she managed to grab onto the edge of the roof which left her hanging rather haplessly outside of Akane's bedroom window.

Akane noticed Nabiki hanging outside of her window and then opened it only to peer around her form to watch the Perfume pursue Ranma and Kodachi into the dojo. She began gloating about being right that Perfume existed until Nabiki pointed out her predicament. Perfume ended up knocking herself out by slipping on some vinegar dropped by Kasumi. The Tendo sisters took her to Kasumi’s room and began discussing what to do with her. Nabiki thought she was crazy for running around with axes, while Akane thought she was a nice girl. Kasumi ended up being the one to decide that Perfume would stay. Feeling that it was her fault that Perfume got injured she believed it was her responsibility to take care of her. Nabiki tried to protest but Kasumi’s word was final. After a long pause Nabiki left without saying anything else.

Nabiki informed the family that Kasumi decided to sleep in. As she had never done this Soun began to panic and immediately jumped to the conclusion that Kasumi was sick. Genma pointing out that she hadn’t made dinner the night before didn’t help matters. Nabiki tried to calm her father down stating that with everything Kasumi does for them; they can at least let her sleep in. Unfortunately, at that moment Akane came in stating that she had made breakfast. At this Soun began wailing again and Nabiki let loose a heavy sigh. She told Akane to calm Soun down while she checked on Kasumi. Walking upstairs Nabiki mulled over what happened to her business partners, who hadn’t returned since they were chased off by perfume.

When Nabiki got no response when she knocked on Kasumi’s door, she hesitantly opened the door but when she got it halfway open, she froze in clear shock. She then slowly backed out of the doorway and mechanically walked down the hall to stand at the top of the stairs. Once she'd done this, Nabiki proceeded to release a scream at the top of her lungs. In seconds, her father was in front of her wearing a worried expression. Walking lazily behind him was Genma who appeared vaguely curious about her yelling.

When they heard Nabiki scream at the top of her lungs Soun was by her side almost instantly while Genma just walked lazily behind him vaguely curious about her yelling. Soun tried to get Nabiki to tell him what was wrong, but she didn’t say anything, and simply turned to point at the open door to Kasumi's bedroom. Dashing down the hallway in a rush, the dojo occupants piled in front of the door to see the forms of Kasumi and Perfume lying on the bed entwined in an embrace. There commotion seemed to wake Perfume up who asked them what they were doing there. The group found themselves much like Nabiki in their loss of speech. They simply stared at the Enforcer who was perplexed about their reactions.

Nabiki was the first to recover. Pushing past the group she stalked into the room and demanded to know what Perfume did to Kasumi, accusing her of being a molester. Confused Perfume told Nabiki that Kasumi was her airen, and they were supposed to sleep with each other. This did nothing to calm Nabiki down, but before she could lay into Perfume, they were distracted by the sound of Soun crying that his eldest daughter had been deflowered. Behind him a nonchalant Genma shrugged and told him that it had to happen eventually. Just as Soun set about strangling Genma for saying that Akane came up to ask them why they weren’t eating breakfast. Seeing Perfume instead of freezing in shock like everyone else Akane just commented on how she had recovered.

It was here that Kasumi finally woke up and on seeing the group gathered in her bedroom she pulled the sheets closer to her body. With wide eyes she realized the position that she had just been caught in and what everyone must be thinking. Soun started crying again this time at the fact that Kasumi was a lesbian. Genma’s blunt response to this led him to strangled again by an enraged Soun. Before Soun could do any real damage to the other man Nabiki dumped a bucket of cold water on them. While Perfume began snickering at Genma's cursed form Kasumi told her shivering father that nothing happened. Nabiki’s anger was focused again when a confused Perfume asked why he was so upset. Akane however thought the two made a nice couple, even thinking that having an Amazon for an in-law would be cool. Akane went back into the kitchen changing Genma back before she left.

In a solemn tone Genma tried to get Soun to calm down. He reminded him that they’d dealt with Amazons before, so this wasn’t new to him. He also pointed out the similarities between this and the situations he had with his wives. As Soun considered his words a suspicious Nabiki asked Genma about his wives comment. Wearing a definite smirk Genma folded his arms across his chest and told her that it was just details of his personal life. Genma turned back to Soun who had calmed down, even admitting that he was never really that upset, just shocked at seeing Kasumi in bed with someone. There was a long moment of tension as Soun gave Perfume a hard stare. He then suddenly slammed his hands down on the table and demanded to know if Perfume planned on treating his daughter well.

Perfume vowed on her life to treat Kasumi well. Before Kasumi could come to terms with the odd pact being made between her father and Perfume, Soun broke out into a wide smile and pulled Perfume into a hug. Akane mimicked her father and began to hug the Amazon Enforcer as well. At this display, Nabiki scowled, and Kasumi watched with wide eyes as her new Airen started to turn purple from the lack of oxygen caused by the multiple hugs. Nabiki was about to comment when a soft voice called her name. She turned her head to see Ranma's head hanging upside down outside of the sitting room. He gave a silent gesture towards the roof before his head disappeared. She had just risen to her feet when Perfume finally succeeded in freeing herself from the confines of the Tendo group hug. Upon seeing Ranma she attempted to resume her chase only to be stopped by Kasumi. Immediately, the Amazon Enforcer froze in her tracks and seeing their opportunity for escape, Ranma and Kodachi disappeared from the premises once again.

A frustrated Perfume demanded to know why Kasumi stopped her. In a soft tone that somehow held a hint of steel Kasumi told Perfume that she was no longer to attack either Ranma or Kodachi. When Perfume tried to argue Kasumi used the fact that she was the dominant partner in the relationship to make her. With that, Kasumi turned on her heel and left a stunned Perfume standing in the sitting room. Akane patted the enforcer on the back telling her that Kasumi can be strict at times, while Nabiki just sarcastically welcomed her to the family. With that they both left to get ready for school.

In turns out that that due to it being the home economics midterm more than ninety percent of the students called in sick and it was nearly impossible to get enough substitutes for all the teacher absences. Because of the tendency for missing students and teachers, the few who did show up for school were all placed in the same room. All in all, there were fifteen people in the home economics class. Twelve of them wore anxious expressions, Ranma and Kodachi just looked confused, and Nabiki had a wide smile gracing her pretty features. Not having eaten Akane’s food before the two didn’t understand this extreme reaction.

A Man in dressed in a biohazard suit and holding a huge metal briefcase of sorts came in who was greeted by Akane as Hasamato. He was a paranormal investigator and she asked him if the ramen she was making was possessed like her other meals. Hasamoto told her that he was just there to make sure everyone was safe. When Akane turned back to her home economics teacher Kodachi asked what was going on. Quietly Hasamoto explained that he was an actor hired so that the school could get rid of Akane’s cooking without hurting her feelings. Seeing that neither Ranma nor Kodachi were going to say anything he went back to work. The two paled when he and Nabiki started joking about what happened last year.

Nabiki and Akane returned home to find Shampoo, Cologne, Tatewaki and Ryoga there. While Nabiki wondered why Tatewaki was chasing Ranma off with a sword Akane figured out that Shampoo and Cologne were Amazons like Perfume. This got Nabiki’s attention, and she called out Perfume for inviting her family when she only recently conned her sister into an engagement. Perfume didn’t know what conned meant, so a weary Kasumi told her not to think about it, before reminding Nabiki that she and Perfume were engaged according to Amazonian Law. This caused Akane to become excited that there was going to be a wedding. When everyone recovered from their mutual face fault, Nabiki told Akane that there wasn’t going to be a wedding because since it was only Amazon Law it held no power over a Japanese citizen making it null. Cologne was impressed by Nabiki’s cleverness, but pointed out that such a mere technicality won’t free Kasumi from her duties to Perfume and the tribe.

Nabiki accused Perfume of trapping her sister into a marriage. This Perfume did understand causing her to retrieve her axes. Kasumi put a stop to things before they could escalate. Standing in front of Perfume she told Nabiki that she had an obligation to Perfume one that she might not understand or even like, but she accepts, and she wished that Nabiki would accept it as well. Looking deeply into her sister's eyes Nabiki shook slightly as she bunched her hands into fists. She told Kasumi that though she wouldn’t say anymore she still didn’t think it was right. With that, Nabiki turned on her heel and silently left the dojo while everyone watched her retreat.

Nabiki stopped in the middle of enjoying her most secret vice, watching Kung Fu movies, on hearing the sound of fingernails clawing on the door to her bedroom. Ranma shouted outside her room to come downstairs quick, but by the time she opened her door all she found was a confused Akane. When they walked downstairs, they found Ranma tussling with Ryoga on the floor. . Genma put a stop to the twos fighting and with all his daughters arrived Soun informed them that since Ranma couldn’t carry on with the engagement his brother Ryoga would replace him. Ranma affirmed this while slapping Ryoga on the back who couldn't reply because for some mysterious reason he was gagged with one of his own bandannas. Nabiki called the fathers out for tying Ryoga up. Unfortunately, this allowed Akane and Kasumi to put two and two together before she could, allowing them to foist the engagement off on to her.

Akane pointed out what happened the last time she dated someone seriously while Kasumi reminded her father that she was already engaged to Perfume. Nabiki was left in dim shock at her sisters’ actions. The two then went to Ryoga at started listing some of Nabiki’s positive attributes. Ryoga made another muffled sound and gestured towards her in a frantic movement. Seeing this, Soun took it as him picking her. Nabiki finally regained her wits when Soun hugged her and started talking about what a great wife she would be. A few seconds later all of Nerima would hear her outraged scream echo throughout the night.

After she had calmed down Nabiki called her sisters out for throwing her under the bus. Kasumi apologized but claimed that it was for Nabiki’s own good pointing out that she’s never dated, and this was a chance to be with a nice boy. This ended up offended Nabiki. Kasumi tried to get Nabiki to calm down not wanting her to make a bad first impression on Ryoga. Despite herself, Nabiki tinged when Akane pointed out that Ryoga was looking at her and turned to catch Ryoga looking at her with a serious expression on his handsome features. Immediately on seeing her looking at him, Ryoga turned beet red and quickly turned around so that his back was facing her, which Akane saw as a good sign.

Upon seeing the alterations Shampoo made to her school uniform Ryoga covered his eyes. Luckily Nabiki took pity on her nervous iinazuke and told Shampoo a lie that fashion bothers him. After Tatewaki introduced himself to the class Nabiki teased him about the fan club he had gained amongst the female students. When school ended Nabiki found Ryoga in the storage closet having thought it was his classroom. She gave his suggestions on how to help with his sense of direction, but just as Ryoga was contemplating whether it would work or not they were kidnapped by their fathers. Knowing that Ryoga would never have the courage to ask Nabiki out, Soun and Genma took matters into their own hands and took the two to the world famous Karaoke Palace.

Ironically both Nabiki and Ryoga despised Karaoke bar’s and bonded over this fact. Just as they were about to leave the DJ called them up to perform. Suddenly Ryoga and Nabiki found themselves propelled through the crowd and shoved on stage. Their eyes wide and their bodies frozen they stared at the audience. After a long moment passed, one of the bar patrons shouted at them to sing. This snapped Nabiki out of her daze, she told the crowd that they weren’t going to sing, and then turned on the DJ Kamikaze Kenjiko; calling him out for forcing them on stage and accused him of setting them up. Suddenly nervous the DJ stuffed the bribe money that Genma and Soun had given him into the pocket of his pants as he denied it and told her to just sing.

When she still refused the bar patrons started getting irate, one even shouted at Nabiki to take her shirt off. This caused Ryoga to turn beet red and call the patrons freaks, which nearly caused a riot. Genma and Soun had a contingency plan for this, so from extremely safe booth the DJ accused the two of being unable to sing. Ryoga and Nabiki’s faces became an identical shade of red when the patrons started agreeing with him but it was Nabiki who reacted first as she stomped forward to grab the microphone from its stand. Seconds later, Nabiki broke out into an enthusiastic and notably excellent performance of Material Girl. It just so happened that Nabiki's second most secret vice was a never ending passion for Madonna and her music.

Afterwards Ryoga did a very rough but sexy version of Wherever I May Roam by Metallica causing several the female audience members swooned at the sound of his low voice echoing throughout the room. Among his admirers was Nabiki and when Ryoga finished the number she gave him a quick hug. The two then moved into a duet of Manic Monday all the while finding themselves becoming more and more fond of Karaoke bars and their patrons.

After finally escaping the surge of the crowd Ryoga and Nabiki made their way out of the Karaoke Palace with wide smiles on their faces and dashed down the street as they tried to lose some of their more exuberant fans from the bar. When they lost all their straggling fans the two began discussing how exciting the experience was before going quiet. It seemed like they were going to kiss when Ryoga noticed that somehow the collar of Nabiki’s uniform had been ripped and it now revealed a good portion of her cleavage. Ryoga provided Nabiki with some bandanas to fix her shirt and the two agreed to back to the bar the next day and make the guys who did that to her pay. They also agreed not to let their parent’s dumb idea about an engagement keep from them being friends and having fun.

The next morning breakfast was interrupted by a very high pitched and feminine scream. Genma and Soun remained where they were and continued eating but most everyone else in the house went running towards the sound of the screaming. It turned out that the slave amulet that kept getting Ranma struck by lightning also locked him in his cursed form. Later the group was discussing was discussing what happened. Ranma being out of the room as she was still upstairs with Kodachi. They came to the conclusion that Tatewaki and Kasumi should ask Shampoo and Perfume for help when Ranma finally came downstairs. The entire group froze upon seeing Ranma decked out in a pair of notably tight and form fitting black leather pants, a shrunken white tank top which served to reveal both her flat stomach and ample cleavage, and a pair of shiny silver boots. All except Genma who immediately became furious. Until he was told what happened, at which point he began panicking about what Nodoka would do to him when she found out. Genma didn’t feel that it was right to hit Ranma when she was struck by lightning after she started teasing him.

Due to the number of times, she was struck by lightning Ranma ended up passing out and had to be tugged along to school in the little red wagon by Kodachi. Lucky for Ranma, the little girl that Kodachi had bought the red wagon from didn't know the value of yen yet and she'd gotten a really cheap deal on it. The group arrived to discover that not only had Akane joined that weird crowd of boys which always gathered in the far corner of the yard, but Ryoga and Nabiki had gotten their own group of admirers, a result of their performance last night.

Nabiki was not happy after Ryoga ended up getting them lost while trying to walk her to her homeroom. However, after taking in his downtrodden and guilty features and felt all her annoyance melt completely away. So, giving him a soft smile, she made a joke about it. She attempted to cheer him up by pointing out that since they had ended up in Yokohama they get some time off of school. Ryoga took this to heart and suggested that they go sightseeing as he could show her some great laces. Nabiki was reluctant as they would be marked for skipping school if they didn’t get back, but Ryoga pointed out that all they needed to do is call their fathers and say they wanted to go out on another date, and they’d readily make up an excuse. Impressed Nabiki agreed, though she insisted that she led the way to the nearest pay phone.

The two ended up going to a carnival where in an effort to win Ryoga a plush Lina Inverse doll, a show he often watched with his mom who enjoyed the explosions Nabiki ended winning game owner Jukaro Katsuhito entire stock of Anime collectibles in a little over an hour. Ryoga couldn’t help himself from being impressed, not even his mother or Ranma ever won more than a hundred prizes from one booth. Though he was rather worried when he saw the owner collapse in a fit of tears. Nabiki paused for a moment then came to a internal decision and gently hooked her arm in his, before telling him that it the game was rigged. While initially angry Ryoga found the whole thing funny.

As the two walked down the street they came across the galactically known Karaoke Citadel. They both broke out into smiles and decided to go and bust out a few tunes before heading back to Nerima. And that's how the patrons of the galactically known Karaoke Citadel met the best pair of performers ever to grace the insides of their bar and stage.

The owner of the Karaoke Citadel ended up inviting the two to comeback and sing professionally, and they ultimately decided to take him up on his offer. After the horrible experience they had on the bus both Nabiki and Ryoga decided that they would be taking the train next time. Ryoga started a walk down the crowded streets of downtown Nerima and towards the Tendo dojo with Nabiki at his side. They ended up coming across Ranma and Kodachi causing Nabiki to wonder if the two had gotten into trouble again. Ryoga however noticed that Shampoo and Cologne was there as well, as well as Tatewaki in his cursed for. Nabiki had to stop herself from laughing upon realizing that the odd looking chicken was Tatewaki. The two headed over to the group and after everyone explained why they were out of school Ryoga wondered if it had rained while he was away. Tatewaki phoenix letting loose a deafening squawk and attacking Ranma was all Ryoga needed to figure out what had happened.

Cologne’s voice cut through the air to serve much like a calming influence as asked Shampoo if she had placed Tatewaki on her head when she battled those boys at school. When Shampoo affirmed that she had, Cologne confirmed with Ryoga that Tatewaki’s cursed form was indeed a phoenix. She told everyone that if they wanted to know the exact nature of Tatewaki's curse they should be getting back. Ranma wasn’t interested and was about to head back to the dojo only for Kodachi to reach out and grab Ranma by the top of her pointy ears then started to drag her down the street and past the others. As she called Ranma out for insulting her brother despite being told not to, the others could only wear faces of surprised wariness.

When they made it back to the building Cologne explained the Phoenix Sword technique to them. This nearly caused another fight between Ranma and Tatewaki when the former commented on the fact that the later wasn’t so useless in their cursed for. As Ryoga tried in vain to keep Ranma and Tatewaki from fighting Kodachi meanwhile was worried about people taking advantage of Tatewaki because of his curse. Perfume who had been hanging back with Kasumi on the edge of the discussion before scoffed at this believing that Kodachi was exactly the sort of person who would do such a thing. This offended Kodachi who was adamant that while she may do many things that waver on the illegal, she would never take advantage of her brother. Perfume looked like she was going to make another derisive comment when Kasumi quietly sidled up next to her and asked if she would like to return home with her so that she could go make dinner.

As the two left the building Shampoo and Nabiki laughed at the fact that Perfume was so whipped. Shampoo ended up revealing Perfume’s cursed form. As Nabiki formed a thoughtful expression and contemplated the idea of splashing Perfume just to see if what Shampoo said was true, Kodachi just formed a slow smile. Their thoughts were interrupted by Ranma shouting. Turning around, they saw Ranma and Tatewaki both unsheathing their katanas again as they bounded out of the building to start up their duel once more. Ryoga ran out the building after them which prompted Nabiki to run out so that he wouldn’t get lost with Shampoo hot on her heels as the Amazon hoped to watch Tatewaki utterly defeat Ranma in a fair battle.

Once they got back to the dojo the group had all split apart to do their various chores. Perfume helping Kasumi to prepare dinner while Shampoo and Tatewaki were in the dojo sparring again. This left Nabiki, Ryoga, and Ranma in the sitting room observing the evidence of Genma and Soun's drinking binge. The most glaring of which was their unconscious and snoring forms on the floor. That and the sake bottles strewn everywhere. Seeing that the two had left the television on Nabiki commented on the waste of electricity only to freeze upon seeing what was on it. Her breathless gasp caught everyone’s attention.

Worried Ryoga tried to get her attention, but instead of replying, Nabiki moved forward and turned up the television volume so all the others could hear what she was listening to. It turned out that Kuonji Ukyo would be filming his new movie in the Nerima district and the film would be having open auditions for the role of the latest Peal girl. She then leapt to her feet and ran out of the sitting room as she shouted in excitement. Blinking at this, Ryoga, Ranma, and Kodachi got over their mutual shock and went after Nabiki who was in her room and standing in front of her closet. Having calmed down Nabiki explained that she has loved Kung Fu movies ever since her mother took her to one before she died. A confused Ryoga wondered what that had to do with what was on tv. Nabiki enthusiastically exclaimed that Ukyo is the biggest Kung Fu star in the world right now as well as her favorite actor. Seeing how giddy Nabiki was, Ranma teased his brother, that he had competition.

Nabiki opened her closet and revealed several large rows filled from top to bottom with videos. Seeing everyone’s shocked expressions she sheepishly explained that she had been collecting them since she was twelve. Studying the video’s Ranma realized that he had heard Ukyo’s name before. Nabiki and Kodachi assumed that it was because Ukyo was famous, but that wasn’t it and even Ryoga agreed that there was something familiar about Ukyo. The two brothers stared at the video together while Kodachi looked at Nabiki and asked if she would be attending the auditions, but Nabiki was too nervous. Kodachi tried to convince Nabiki that she was a shoe in for the role and even offered to help her prepare. This snapped Nabiki out of her momentary daze and suspicious she demanded to know what Kodachi was up to.

Kodachi was adamant that she just wanted to help Nabiki achieve her dream of meeting Ukyo. However, if Nabiki did win the part of his on screen paramour she would need official representative. It seems that the tales of Nabiki’s singing skills hadn’t escaped Kodachi’s notice. Nabiki decided to allow Kodachi to be her agent. By this point Ranma and Ryoga where they knew Ukyo from. Turns out that they met him when they stopped outside of Kyoto on their first training journey when they were six. Nabiki thought that this might help her odds for winning if Ukyo remembered them. Learning that she was planning on trying out for the movie role Ryoga was sure that she would get the part. Kodachi meanwhile was left momentarily stunned at this knowledge. When she came out of it, she informed Nabiki that another person knowing Ukyo in such an intimate manner was opportune news. After saying this, Kodachi walked out of the room to leave Nabiki puzzled.

Later Kodachi was helping Nabiki pick out what she would wear and could stop herself from laughing when Nabiki asked her if she was desirable. Kodachi pointed out she has not only flirted with Nabiki time and time again she gives her daily compliments, and numerous signs she finds her both physically and mentally attractive. Nabiki agreed that it was a dumb thing to ask and thanked Kodachi as no one had ever told her that before. With Nabiki’s wardrobe assembled Kodachi felt that it was time for her to retire for the evening now that they were done with the wardrobe assembly. Watching as Kodachi walked towards her bedroom door, Nabiki told Kodachi that she could stay. Forming a slow smile, Kodachi told Nabiki that it would once again lead to her being uncomfortable, and that she was making a rash choice so ask her again one she thought about what it means. Nabiki tried to protest that wasn’t what she meant but Kodachi stated that they both know how her body and mind works. Not allowing Nabiki to say anything more, Kodachi then opened the bedroom door and exited the room to leave Nabiki utterly stunned. It was a state of mind that Kodachi was entirely used to putting people in.

After finding Soun curled into a little ball in the far corner to the sitting room Ryoga wondered what was wrong with him. Nabiki had no idea as all her father would say was that he found Akane with chocolate. She wondered if he was just overreacting to finding Akane pigging out on a gift from her fans. She was proven wrong when Soun started wailing about the family. Decided to ignore her father Nabiki asked Ryoga how his morning training was. Ryoga told her that he had fun even though Ranma wasn’t there. He couldn’t prove it but he suspected he skipped out to be with Kodachi. Genma figured that he was off scamming somebody.

Before Nabiki could reply Soun leapt out of his corner to clutch to an extremely surprised Ryoga's waist. He made Ryoga promise that he’d do his duty to help the Tendo line go on. Ryoga asked Genma when did doing so entail. This surprised his father as he had already given his son the talk. One Ryoga realized what Soun met he paused to blush dark red and looking at Nabiki it took him just one second to faint. Seeing this Soun turned on Nabiki telling her that she had to take the initiative. Embarrassed Nabiki turned on her heel and stomped out of the room to leave Soun standing in shock.

While technically Ranma and Kodachi were fit to go to school since the lightning attacks had ceased entirely, they felt that this fact was still up in the air. After all, it was quite possible that the lightning attacks could start up again and if so they couldn't risk being at school and angering Principal Hiro. Which of course meant they were skipping school for the day to go with Nabiki to her movie audition. When compared to this logic, Ryoga's motives were infinitely easier to understand. He liked Nabiki therefore he wanted to be with her. Being unable to say this Ryoga instead chose to follow her like a faithful puppy and act like one by protecting his Mistress. Tatewaki refused to leave his sister alone with Ranma so skipped school so that he could make sure that Ranma didn't sully Kodachi's innocence further. As they left they came across Perfume and Shampoo who were headed for the Tendo dojo at the time and the latter decided to join them for similar reasons as Ryoga.

Once they made it to the audition Nabiki eyes widened upon seeing the crowd of thousands that had gathered in downtown Nerima. Ranma wondered how they were going to make it through. In response she produced a glass of cold water from out of nowhere to hold it in front of Ranma. Ranma was reluctant to change back now that his curse had been unlocked. Kodachi appealed to Ranma’s vanity by commenting how no one could jump higher than him in his cursed form. With that, Ranma took the glass of cold water and upended it over his head. Turning to face Nabiki, a now elfin lifted her into her arms then jumped almost a mile into the air in a strange trek towards the stage. Ryoga seeing this took off after Ranma and plowed through the crowd of people in the process.

As soon as Ranma touched down on the stage Nabiki leapt out of her arms and launched into a loud tirade of protests. Ryoga soon joined them jumping on the stage and grabbing Ranma by the collar and shaking her as he called her out for bounding off with his iinazuke. Ranma pointed out that she was just giving Nabiki a lift, but Ryoga didn’t calm down as Ranma could have hurt her. By this point Nabiki had calmed down and agreed that Ranma was just trying to help. By this point Tatewaki and Shampoo had caught up with them. Tatewaki reluctantly pointed out that Ranma wasn’t in the wrong. Releasing Ranma Ryoga apologized to his brother for overreacting.

The amiable mood was soon broken by a loud cough and the group turned to look into at the droll and amused features of Kuonji Ukyo. For Nabiki the response was immediate. She turned bright red, released a high-pitched squeak, then hid behind Ryoga's muscular figure. Ignoring this Ukyo greeted Ryoga in deceptively calm tone as he took a step forward. Ryoga was shocked that the movie star remembered him after all this time. Ranma forgetting that he was in his cursed form asked Ukyo if he remembered him. He realized what happened when Ukyo asked who she was and transformed back. Ranma ignores Ukyo’s shock at seeing this as he was more focused on Ukyo becoming a movie star.

Shaking seeing a jusenkyo curse for the first time off Ukyo turned his gaze back to Ryoga and noted Nabiki hiding behind him and nervously peering at him. Flashing a charming smile as he neared Ryoga he tried to coax Nabiki out from behind him. Frowning at this Ryoga introduced Ukyo to Nabiki making sure that he knew that she was his iinazume when stating that she was there for the audition. Ranma moved to stand at Ryoga's side and suddenly pulled Nabiki out from behind his brother for Ukyo to see, commenting on how much his brother had lucked out. Ryoga added that Nabiki could sing as well.

Recovering from his momentary daze, Ukyo moved forward in an easy gait, took Nabiki's hand in his own and gave her a soft kiss on the top of it as he told Nabiki that she would make a great leading lady. Nabiki could barely register what was happening to her. Kuonji Ukyo, her most loved and worshipped idol was standing right in front of her and kissing her hand. And he wanted her to be in his newest movie as his leading lady. It took Nabiki less than a second to react, by fainting in Ukyo’s arms. Nabiki came to, to find Ukyo denying that he had dated Kodachi and no one believing him and went back to hiding due to her immense crush on him.

Tatewaki, Nabiki and Ryoga gathered in the sitting room. It was early in the morning, far before they had to go to school for the day, and they were busy conversing about all the various worries they had about Kodachi's past and current relationship with the Kung Fu star, Kuonji Ukyo. Ranma called them out for worrying about something that was not only none of their business, but obviously over. Tatewaki accused Ranma of not caring about Kodachi’s welfare. As who knew what Ukyo returning to her life might do to her. Nabiki called Ranma out as well for not caring what relationship Kodachi had with Ukyo. Ranma wore a face of disinterest and looked out at the koi pond stating that it was in the past.

Nabiki was still concerned about how terrified Ukyo looked upon seeing Kodachi and was satisfied when everyone agreed with her. She ended up asking Ryoga what he thought the two’s relationship was. Blushing a bit at Nabiki's attention, Ryoga recalled Ukyo's smooth and charming behavior around Nabiki and in anger stated that he believed that the two dated and that Ukyo still wasn’t over Kodachi. Tatewaki pointed out the other girl Ukyo talked about being in love with. He theorized that Ukyo must of left Kodachi for that girl and his sister didn’t take it well. Realizing how much sense that made Nabiki asked Ranma what he thought only to find an empty space in place of where he was sitting. It's true that con artists are expert liars amongst other things but there is one thing even the most talented of con men can never lie about. And that's feelings of the heart. Particularly, when that feeling just happens to be love. Love was something that Ranma found himself deeply entrenched in when it came to Kodachi. Which is precisely why he just left to find her.

Nabiki was shocked to find Ukyo at the school who Ukyo immediately began flirting with her as he informed her about his enrolment. This caused a jealous Ryoga to stomp over towards them, only to stop upon realizing that it was a bad look. As if sensing his dilemma, Ukyo lifted his head and met Ryoga's eyes as he formed another smile. When Ryoga informed Nabiki that they would be late for class Ukyo repeated that he was enrolling much to Ryoga’s frustration. Ukyo then went back to flirting with Nabiki stating that as co-starts should always be good friends before they start filming. He also felt that it would be a nice change to be somewhere more normal than a movie set.

Before Ryoga or Nabiki could reply to this, a huge crowd of athletes that was led by Akane and Chocolate was holding her in her arms, ran across the campus screaming as a small creature pursued them while it continuously shouted to let him glomp onto them. Sweatdropping at this, Ryoga looked at the shocked Ukyo. Recovering Ukyo stated that the school still had things that drew him to it. As he said this, Ukyo looked at Nabiki meaningfully and flashed her another heartbreaker smile that caused her to blush from head to toe on seeing it. They were interrupted by the arrival of Ranma and Kodachi causing Ukyo to scream upon seeing them. Ranma called him out for doing that every time he sees Kodachi, to which she accused him of doing it for attention. Luckily for Ukyo they were there for Nabiki who quickly found herself escorted away from Ryoga and Ukyo by the couple as they walked across the campus.

Ranma and Kodachi intercepted a letter asking Nabiki and Ryoga to have a paid concert at Karaoke Citadel. They suggested that Nabiki take up the offer as it would be good bargaining tool when it came to negotiating her contract with Ukyo. Nabiki called the two out for being nosy, but they insisted that they were just acting out of concern for her welfare. Nabiki agreed to do it if Ryoga agreed as well. While she was initially excited at the chance to show Ukyo that she could sing, she began to wonder he hired her in the first place. She asked Ranma for his thoughts but he really couldn’t say, while he and Ukyo used to be friends Ukyo mostly hung out with Ryoga.

After Ranma said this, Kodachi's violet eyes gained a contemplative gleam but before she could comment, she found a Happosai gripping her chest. It took Kodachi less than a second to react. And all of Furinkan High, along with most of Nerima, winced at the sound of her supersonic scream. As Ranma plugged up his sore ears Kodachi demanded he get Happosai off of her as she swatted ineffectively at him. With a careless shrug, Ranma bunched his hand into a fist and slammed it into Happosai’s head causing him to fall to the ground. Having thought Happosai was some weird creature upon discovering he was a man, Kodachi reacted in even less time then when he had been glomping her chest, and produced a large mallet out of nowhere and tried to slam it on Happosai.

Only for Happosai to lazily lift up a finger and send the mallet flying into the air causing the three teenagers to look at him in certain surprise. Happosai wondered why none of the ladies were happy at his appreciation of their healthy figures. Ranma told Happosai that they only do so if you’re a handsome young stud like him and you go about expressing your admiration a little more subtly. Narrowing his eyes Happosai asked Ranma who he was calling him impertinent. Ranma stated that ladies find his impertinence charming. Hearing this, Nabiki snorted while Kodachi sidled up to Ranma and grabbed his ear sharply to bring it down to her mouth. She then hissed at Ranma to punish Happosai for what he did to her.

Looking from the old man to his girlfriend, Ranma squinted his gaze a bit before apologizing to Happosai for having to beat him up. Amused Happosai told Ranma that, that wasn’t going to happen and when Ranma asked why, Happosai finally introduced himself. A long moment of silence passed as Nabiki, Kodachi, and Ranma were all left stunned at Happosai declaring himself their master. Ranma was the first to recover and with some disdain told Happosai that he had no master and never would. He lamented that Kodachi and his mothers didn’t count. Happosai explained how he was the one trained Soun and Genma, but Ranma didn’t care. He told Happosai that he wasn’t going to let him train him just because he taught his father. He made the mistake of saying that he learned how to grab onto girls chests along time ago causing Nabiki to slap him in the back of the head.

Nabiki told Ranma to control his ego and hormones she then stepped in front of him to confront Happosai herself. Like Ranma she didn’t believe that Soun would learn anything from him and demanded proof that he was really the master of Anything Goes. Happosai told Nabiki to follow him and she would see for herself just how well he knew her father. With that, the old man leapt into the air and bounded off into the distance but not before glomping a few random girls before he left. Watching his exit, Nabiki wondered how he knew her name. Ranma however having sensed Happosai’s chi was more worried about how strong he was. He specifically compared it to Cologne and his grandmother. This confused Ranma but his ear was grabbed by Kodachi before he could explain to Nabiki what his grandmother was.

With more than a hint of menace Kodachi asked Ranma why he let the old pervert get away. Ranma tried to defend himself by saying that Happosai was just an old man. This only made Kodachi even more infuriated. With a gulp and a nervous nod of his head, Ranma let loose a loud squeak and hastily dodged the large mallet that Kodachi produced out of nowhere and ran off into the distance as he followed Happosai's exiting path. As she observed this, Nabiki couldn't help but sigh and give a shrug as she followed the couple, knowing that whether she did or not they would just end up getting into trouble anyway. It was something that seemed to be a repeating trend when it came to dealing with Ranma and Kodachi.

When they approached the dojo they heard the sound of loud shouting and almost maniacal laughter echoing throughout the air. Seconds later, Genma pig went flying out of the dojo as they heard Soun shout at him to come back. Squinting at this, Ranma leapt into the air and produced his sheathed katana out of nowhere and then whacked Genma pig on the top of the head with it. When his father whirled around to squeal at him Ranma smirked then asked him about Happosai. Hearing this, Genma pig's eyes widened and he squealed even louder while he waved his hooves in the air. This caused Ranma to wonder what it was about Happosai that his father was so afraid of. This is when Happosai made his presence known calling out Genma for trying to escape his master.

Turning around, Ranma looked at Happosai who was glaring at Genma pig who immediately flew behind his son in an attempt to hide from the shrunken old man. There was a long tense pause as Ranma narrowed his eyes before bounding over to Happosai, and asking him to teach him how to scare his father like that. While Genma pig squealed indignantly at this, Nabiki could only groan, and Kodachi scowled. Kodachi stamped her foot as she reminded Ranma about defending her honor. Ranma apologized to Happosai for having to beat him up, who welcomed Ranma to try. Nabiki observed as Ranma and Happosai began their battle which ranged throughout the entire dojo. Then she heard the sound of quiet sobbing and saw her father crouched near them as he watched the battle. Soun dashed forward to grab onto his daughter's waist and begged her to protect him.

Weirded out Nabiki demanded to know what was going on. Soun confirmed that Happosai was his master stating that he was the most terrifying person you can ever imagine. Before Nabiki could respond to this, Ranma went flying towards her thanks to a blow from the old man he'd been so concerned about hurting earlier. Frozen in shock, Nabiki could only stare woodenly as Ranma headed closer and closer about to crash into her when she was grabbed and pulled to safety by Ukyo. Giving an embarrassed squeak, Nabiki pulled away quickly before thanking Ukyo for his help. Ukyo began flirting with Nabiki as his lifted a gentle hand to push some stray strands of hair out of the transfixed Nabiki's eyeline, stating that he couldn’t leave such a lovely lady in danger. Nabiki could only gape at Ukyo but fortunately for her, the Kung Fu star turned his attention towards Ranma and Happosai's battle.

Nabiki was about to explain what was going on when they were interrupted by the arrival of Ryoga. Turning around, Nabiki was met with the sight of Ryoga breathing heavily and looking quite ragged. When she asked what happened he managed to heave out that he got run over by Ukyo’s fans between breaths. Ryoga started to say something more when Happosai stomped on his face to bound higher into the air as Ranma continued to pursue him in their frantic battle. Well, it was frantic but not so much a battle if anyone other than Kodachi had bothered to watch it. Basically what it consisted of was Ranma attempting to hit Happosai and Happosai continually dodging these attacks. All in all, not much of a fight. Something that Kodachi, because she was the only one watching, definitely noticed. An annoyed Kodachi told Ranma to punish Happosai already who told her that he was trying.

After catching his breath he gently pushed Nabiki back as he continued to glare at Ukyo. Ryoga accused Ukyo of trying to lose him. Ukyo responsed by saying there was Ryoga already knew where he stood so there was no point in lying. On hearing this, Ryoga turned red with rage and started to step forward when Nabiki touched his arm and stalled him. When she asked him what was wrong Ryoga opened his mouth to reply but shut it and turning to glare at Ukyo and told Nabiki to ask him. Frowning at this, Nabiki looked to Ukyo who told her that he and Ryoga could no longer be friends since he had fallen for his iinazuke and wanted her for himself. There was a long pause as everyone, even Kodachi, gaped at Ukyo in complete and utter shock. This included the observing Soun and Genma standing on the outskirts. Nabiki's response was somewhat predictable. She promptly fainted.

Nabiki woke up to the sound of distant explosions. Distant explosions and Ranma ranting. He was stressing to Kodachi that Ryoga was dangerous when he got like this and the only way to deal with him was to wait him out. There was a slight pause and as Nabiki pushed herself up slightly she saw Kodachi walk towards the edge of the building and gaze off into the distance where smoke was curling into the air in massive waves. Kodachi asked why Ukyo would provoke such a reaction. It was by this time that Nabiki had heard enough and clearing her throat she gazed into the shocked faces of Ranma and Kodachi then asked what was going on. The look of dread that appeared on the couple's faces along with another monstrous explosion sounding in the background was all the answer that Nabiki needed.

Nearly an hour had passed since Ryoga's disappearance and Ukyo's swift departure at the hands of his lax bodyguards and it still didn't make any sense to Nabiki. So, strangely enough, Nabiki found herself asking her normally carefree companions for advice. Even stranger yet, what she found herself receiving was the best and most sage advice that she had heard in a few years. Ranma explained Ryoga’s nature as a Berserker to Nabiki stressing to her that what happened wasn’t his fault. He asked Nabiki to give Ryoga the chance to explain himself, and to show that he hadn’t changed. Just as Ranma's eyes lit up when Nabiki promised that she would only for his happy expression to fade when she asked how they would find Ryoga. Ranma's only response was overwhelming silence.

Ranma ended up that it would be best to ask Cologne for help though Kodachi wasn’t so convinced that she could. Ranma asked Kodachi to trust him as it was either Cologne or he’d have to summon his grandmother something he didn’t really want to try. This caused Nabiki to cut in. Surprised that learning that Ranma and Ryoga had a grandmother Nabiki asked what she could do. Ranma started bragging about his grandmothers power, but stated that as much as he loved her she had a bad habit of meddling which was why he was reluctant to summon her. Nabiki and Ryoga needed to work out their own feelings. He also brought up his grandfather but dismissed that since his grandfather was worse then his grandmother.

Before Nabiki could question Ranma on his Grandpa, they found themselves in front of the building that Cologne had bought and gaping at the sign on it. While Nabiki was skeptical at the name Sensual Sorcery Ranma and Kodachi liked it. Kodachi however did point out that didn’t seem like something that Cologne would pick out. This is when Siren introduced herself. She expressed how happy she was at meeting the infamous demon thieves as it was fun seeing the stink they caused back in the village. Ranma as his eyes narrowed slightly and he moved on the defensive. The power that he sensed in Siren was like Cologne's, but even stronger, and it served to remind him of his aforementioned Grandma. Someone that Ranma would never even dream of messing with.

Siren was quick to assure Ranma and Kodachi that she would never hurt such very delightful mischief makers or the beloved little sister of her dear apprentice. Turning to Nabiki Siren murmured to herself about Nabiki’s protesting Kasumi’s engagement to Perfume. This caused Nabiki to demand Siren tell them who she was and how she knew Kasumi. Siren explained that she was training Kasumi to be a mage. Having not expected this news Nabiki, Kodachi, and Ranma just gapped at Siren. after calming down they asked Siren if she could find Ryoga. Siren decided to use it as a teachable moment and have Kasumi do it. They watched as Siren guided Kasumi through the process. Seeing Ranma’s eyes narrow Kodachi asked him what was wrong. Ranma replied by telling her to use the skills he taught her. This caused Kodachi to realize that it was not just Siren who was summoning energy but Kasumi as well.

While the couple was pondering over this, Nabiki was transfixed as she watched her older sister awash in the bright golden light that surrounded her. Kasumi's head was slightly tipped back and Siren floated behind the girl as she murmured soft and seemingly gentle words into her ear. It was a mesmerizing scene to say the least but what Nabiki couldn't get over was the power and the sheer level of confidence she felt coming from Kasumi now. She had never seen her Oneechan like this before. Nabiki wasn't really sure if she liked it. Siren engulfed Kasumi in a sudden hug when she was able to find Ryoga. Kasumi was in a daze as she re-laid her experience. Siren was cut off from her praise when she heard a loud cough and tilting her head she looked at Nabiki who wore a deep frown on her sharp features.

Drolly Nabiki asked where Ryoga was. After apologizing Kasumi told Nabiki that he was in the park. Turning on her heel Nabiki started out of the shop but paused to look at Ranma and Kodachi and thanked them for explaining things to her. She also told Ranma that she would keep her promise. With that, Nabiki ran out the door and to Ryoga. She found Ryoga exactly where Kasumi said he would be and sat down next to him on the lake shore. Several moments of complete silence passed before Ryoga said very quietly apologized. While he didn’t try and excuse his behavior Ryoga attempted to explain his nature as a berserker so that Nabiki knew what really happened. Once he was finished Ryoga told Nabiki that he’d understand if she wanted nothing to do with him after seeing that part of him, especially that she had a movie star in love with her.

This declaration left Nabiki stunned leading to Ryoga to explain why he and Ukyo started fighting and stress his own feeling for Nabiki. Ryoga abruptly rose to his feet and purposefully avoiding Nabiki's eyes as he wished her good luck hoping that she could one day forgive him. He then started to walk away only to be stopped by the lightest tug on his hand. Turning his head, Ryoga stared at Nabiki in certain wonder. Her voice trembling slightly Nabiki told Ryoga not to go. She tried to put her feeling in to words causing Ryoga to softly wipe at the tear falling down her cheek. Telling her that he would stay as he only wanted to make her happy. He just thought that Nabiki would be happier with him gone. That way she could be with Ukyo and start over. This caused Nabiki to call Ryoga an idiot.

Almost painfully, she ripped her gaze away from his she could tell Ryoga that she loved him back just yet as the situation with him and Ukyo as so confusing. Ryoga tenderly pressed his fingertips against Nabiki's lips and told her to take all the she needed. Just knowing that she cared about him and wanted him around was enough for Ryoga. They didn't know how it happened but one way or another they ended up in each others arms. Nabiki was warmed by the gentle sensation of Ryoga's arms around her while the lost boy exalted in the knowledge that Nabiki wanted him with her despite seeing the very worst part of him. To Ryoga it was perfection at least it was until Nabiki lifted her head from his chest and rather sternly told him to apologize to Ukyo first thing in the morning at school. When he opened his mouth to reply, she cut him off and said that she planned on telling Ukyo to apologize to him as well. He was her iinazuke and Ukyo was her ... well... co-star, and the two of them getting along would help her figure things out. Forming a slow smile Ryoga agreed.

Ryoga was having a hard time walking. The reason he was having a hard time walking was because Nabiki had her arm hooked in his and was resting her head just the tiniest bit on his strong shoulder. All in all, this served to distract Ryoga mightily, but not enough to keep him from noticing when a huge horde of panties went flying past him. While the horde of flying panties was a strange sight for even Ryoga, what he found most odd was the fact that the panties were somehow shouting the word 'sweet' over and over in horribly ecstatic tones. Shocked Ryoga asked Nabiki if she knew what was going on.

When he didn't receive an immediate reply, Ryoga turned to regard his iinazuke who wore what could only be described as a dark and murderous look on her lovely features. On seeing it, Ryoga jumped backwards, fearing that Nabiki had decided to take back her forgiveness for his actions with Kuonji. He asked her what was wrong and Nabiki's only response was a twitch of her forehead before screaming hentai. Now thoroughly scared out of his wits, Ryoga did the only thing that he could do under his current set of circumstances. He passed out from sheer fright. Leaving him unconscious as Nabiki chased after the horde of flying panties, thinking that they were her best lead for finding the person that was responsible for her sudden lack of underwear.

Nabiki punched at the horde of panties demanding that whoever was inside to get out. After she did this, a muffled series of bell like tinkles were heard. Realizing that it was Perfume’s cursed form Nabiki told her that that Kasumi wouldn’t be able to save her. At this point Shampoo, Akane and Chocolate arrived. Akane watched silently as Shampoo pointed out that it made no sense for Perfume to do such a thing. This calmed Nabiki down a little and though she admitted that Shampoo had a point, Perfume was the only one they could hear. At that moment Happosai cried out about how happy he was. Nabiki just told Shampoo to shut up and then demanded that Happosai comeout and face his punishment. Shampoo asked if Nabiki was really her and Kasumi’s sister. Akane just told her that Nabiki’s always been a bit high strung.

It was at this point that Siren, Ranma, Kodachi, and Kasumi arrived. For Siren it wouldn’t take more than a flick of her wrist to break apart all of those panties and discover the thief inside. Cologne arriving as well accused Siren of being the cause of things. When Siren expressed how hurt she was at Cologne’s accusation, she let the matter drop and told the mage to just expose the thief. Giving Cologne a saucy smile and a wink, Siren caused the panties to fall to the ground. They ended up landing on the ground with a thunderous crash, causing a gigantic crater in the front yard to Furinkan High. On seeing this, Siren apologized having not expected that.

No one really noticed Siren's apology because they were too busy focusing on the pile of panties. Or rather, Happosai laying on top of the pile of panties hugging them to his body. In a split second, all the enraged and panty-less females present realized he was the one who stole their panties. That was when they all mobbed on him like a mass of uncontrollable locusts intent on tearing him to pieces. It was a scene that lasted barely a minute before they had him reduced into a mere shell of a man, and somehow after finding their right and proper panties, the women left the premises of Furinkan High to its usual insanity.

As Happosai laid in a destroyed heap in the huge crater where all of his panties had been before the girls had taken them back. The others started talking about finishing him off. Tatewaki suggested that they just hand him over to the proper authorities. No one wanted to do that however, both because it wouldn’t be torturous enough and the fact that the police was afraid to come to the Furinkan financial district. As the debate about just what to do with Happosai continued on, it grew to massive sound levels. It was so loud, that they almost didn't hear when a high pitched whistle pierced the air to get their attention. Turning around, the group regarded Taro and Akari standing next to a Tauros. On seeing the creature, Ranma's eyes went wide and she made a discreet move to stand behind Kodachi for protection.

Tatewaki suggested that they just hand him over to the proper authorities. No one wanted to do that however, both because it wouldn’t be torturous enough and the fact that the police was afraid to come to the Furinkan financial district. As the debate about just what to do with Happosai continued on, it grew to massive sound levels. It was so loud, that they almost didn't hear when a high pitched whistle pierced the air to get their attention. Turning around, the group regarded Taro and Akari standing next to a Tauros. Taro asked the group to hand Happosai over to him stating that he could punish him in a way that would make all of them happy as had more than just his panty thieving for wanting to do it. When Cologne asked what he planned on doing Taro formed a slow smile and activated his curse, they all watched as he turned a pink and cuddly creature that only one of them recognized immediately as a Clefairy. Ignoring their looks of wonder, the Clefairy walked over to where Happosai still lay in a crumpled heap and used metronome.

The explosion that surrounded Happosai sent him flying high into the air only to land seconds later back inside of the now smoldering crater with a loud thud. The Clefairy wore a smug smile as it hopped into the crater and produced a rope out of nowhere to tie the martial arts master up with. It then drug Happosai out of the crater and towards the amazed onlookers. Though anticlimantic everyone was happy Happosai got punished and it was fun to watch him get blown up. As everyone shared a laugh at this Kodachi noticed how Ranma was hiding behind her and shivering uncontrollably. When she asked him what was wrong he just stammered out Clefairy. On hearing its name Taro came over causing Ranma to scream in maniacally kawaii tones that were more than a bit frightening. That was when it was finally revealed. The secret technique and the secret shame of Saotome Ranma. Otherwise known as the legendary pokefist.

The others watched vaguely disturbed as Ranma chaseed after Taro through the Furinkan High front yard as she continued to shout 'Clefairy' in kawaii tones. Tatewaki explained the Pokefist to a confused Kodachi and Nabiki in a very solemn tones. An effect which was ruined by the obvious smirk of amusement that he was attempting to hide rather poorly. He was about to answer his sisters question of how he knew about when the air was pierced by a particularly hostile shout from Taro as he bounded on top of the Tauros. Seeming to give the hulking Pokemon a plea of sorts, Taro grabbed onto the Tauros neck and the two of them went barreling off into the distance. Akari took after Taro wailing that he couldn’t leave her now that she finally found a boy who loves Pokemon as much as she did. This left Ranma alone and looking very morose before she to ran after them.

Nabiki sweatdropped when Kodachi replied to this by calling Ranma out for chasing after other woman when she’s like that as he’d never get their numbers. She nonetheless went after both of her always wayward friends. As much as Tatewaki despised Ranma even he felt regret about his current condition. Giving a short and decisive nod of his head, he lifted his sheathed katana in the air and went after them. Watching Tatewaki dash away, Shampoo's scarlet eyes widened and followed not letting him go anywhere without her. they followed the trail of destruction left by Taro and Ranma to the dojo. Coming to a halt inside the destroyed kitchen, Nabiki asked Akane if she was responsible for it. Seeing her sister glowering at her, Akane jumped slightly into the air and then said in rather huffy tones that it was a big bull that Ranma was chasing. Before Nabiki could reply, Ranma's piercing cry of, "CLEFAIRY!!!" at the top of her lungs filled the air. Realizing that Ranma was in raged they became more cautious as they strided out of the destroyed kitchen.

When Nabiki ran into the sitting room, she was met with the site of Ryoga standing in front of Ranma and scowling deeply as he shook his finger at her. Though she attempted to get around him and near Taro who was still sitting on the Tauros back. Both were standing in the yard, well away from Ranma, but Ryoga wouldn’t let her telling Ranma once again that just because she wants to play with other Pokemon doesn't mean they want to play with her. Tatewaki was amazed to see Ryoga controlling Ranma.

Ryoga asked the group if Ranma had caused any problems. Nabiki told him no but before she could say anything more she was abruptly cut off as Ranma made a sudden mad dash around Ryoga and pounced towards Taro whose eyes immediately went wide. It seemed like time froze as Taro raised his tiny hands into the air and used metronome. The blonde elf went flying high into the atmosphere and as she did, the Taro heaved a sigh of relief. Kodachi cried in panicked tones while she rushed out into the yard. She turned to glare at Taro only for Akari to appear in front of her blocking her path. She called Kodachi out for being made at Taro for protecting himself, but Kodachi wasn’t listening upset that Taro possibly injured her Ranma.

Fortunately or unfortunately, their would be battle was interrupted by Ranma landing square in the middle of the two girls with a thunderous crash. Kodachi quickly sprinted into the crater and cradled Ranma in her arms. By this point Taro was able to change back. He told Kodachi that Ranma should be fine as his metronome attack is fairly harmless against humans. While she had calmed down Kodachi still called Taro out for being so harsh on someone who obviously wasn’t in their right mind. Taro reluctantly agreed but Poke-Ranma was too kawaii even for him. Seeing that Ranma would be okay Kodachi demanded that Ryoga and Tatewaki explain what was going on.

Kodachi initially believed that Genma forced Ranma to learn the Pokefist. This offended Genma who was insulted that she’d think he'd make Ranma learn something as useless and stupid as the Pokefist! Stating that if he was going to have him learn a dangerous technique that psychologically scarred him then it would at least be a useful one. Ryoga was quick to point out that didn’t make Genma look good. Once Ryoga finished explaining the Pokefist and what it does there was another moment of silence before everyone broke out laughing. Well, everyone but Kodachi who was frowning severely at Ranma. Taro was the first to calm down and asked how they snap Ranma out of it not wanting her to chase him anymore. Sadly the only people who are able to snap Ranma out of the Pokefist are Atsuko and Nodoka. Genma begged Ryoga not to call them believing that he’d be spanked for jusenkyo. This went on for several minutes before Nabiki finally grew tired of the odd almost conversation and then produced a mallet out of nowhere and hit Genma on the top of his head with it. Watching Genma topple over on the ground, Nabiki returned the mallet back into pocket space and told her iinazuke to go and call his mothers.

They dumped hot water on Ranma hoping it would snap him out of his Clefairy brained state but it hadn't helped at all. It just made him look stupider as he bounced around everywhere cuddling everyone. Including Nabiki. Who was currently sweatdropping as she looked at Ranma rubbing his head on her abdomen. Ryoga, however, turned an interesting shade of red as he pulled his brother off of her by the collar. Ranma said clefairy in kawii tones. Despite Ryoga telling his brother that it wouldn’t work he pulled Ranma in a hug apologizing for doubting him as Ranma smiled almost smugly. Shaking his head slightly, Tatewaki commented on how manipulating Ranma was even while having the brain of an innocent Clefairy. Shampoo thought the whole thing was funny however. A tied up and gagged Genma tried to get his attention and when Tatewaki asked what he was trying to say. Kodachi who was running her fingers through Ranma's silky black hair as he was once again curled up in her lap explained that Genma wanted to know why no one feels sorry for him. She then called her brother out for making fun of Ranma when Ryoga explained that they had tried to stop Ranma.

Sensing his wives presence begged to be set free but it was too late. Seconds later, in a cloud of black smoke the figures of Saotome Nodoka and Hibiki Atsuko appeared. Then just as swiftly, they then disappeared, taking Ranma, Ryoga, and Genma along with them. When the smoke cleared, everyone was left in shock. Everyone except for Soun, who was used to seeing this happen since he did know both of the women. Kodoachi rushed to the door upon hearing a knock only to return with Ukyo. Seeing Nabiki’s worried expression he quickly strode to her side and asked her what was wrong. Looking up into Ukyo's sandalwood gaze that was filled with such honest concern for her, Nabiki's sniffled before she fell into his arms crying about how Ryoga was gone.

Ukyo initially thought she meant that Ryoga had gotten lost again, causing Nabiki to explain that he and Ranma had been kidnapped by their mothers. Once she realized where she was Nabiki gave a sharp gasp then scooted away from Ukyo who raised an eyebrow at her actions. Trying to flirt with her Ukyo asked Nabiki what happened. Her explanation was something that Ukyo would've never thought of in a million years. Tatewaki and Shampoo commented on how happy the two looked causing Kodachi to call them out for being nonchalant over the fact that Ranma had been kidnapped. Attempting to calm his sister down Tatewaki assured her that his mothers wouldn’t harm Ranma. Soun also believed that the theatrics was done to teach Genma a lesson for not contacting them. Nabiki asked why they would take Ryoga having grown to dislike her prospective mother in laws. Soun was certain that Atsuko and Nodoka wouldn’t do anything to harm Ryoga or Ranma. Genma however... Soun now grimaced as he thought of this. Somehow this last statement of his didn't make anyone in the sitting room upset at all.

One moment they were all discussing their absent comrades and the next a huge shadow fell over them and they were all looking at a giant airship. Seconds later, Siren appeared in a golden bubble along with Cologne, Kasumi, and Perfume. The latter of which people would've stared at if they didn't have that airship hovering over them with some weird guy on it ranting. Just when they thought it couldn't get anymore confusing, the Saotome family returned in a wink of light. Causing Kodachi and Nabiki to embrace Ranma and Ryoga something Ukyo watched with a dark gaze. Returning the embrace with an expression of wonder Ryoga tried to calm his panicked fiancée down explaining that his mothers just wanted to talk. Nodoka and Atsuko were sure that Nabiki was Kimiko’s daughter the moment she turned on them, calling the two out for taking their sons in such a dramatic fashion. Though they did apologize for making her worry. Looking over at Kodachi who was busy making out with Ranma, she asked him about her. Ranma pulled away from Kodachi reluctantly, looking red from lack of breath. She squeezed Kodachi around the waist and introduced his girlfriend of over a year to his mother. Knowing her son Nodoka was surprised that they had been dating for that long.

Atsuko told Kodachi that she must be a special girl. They would've kept up their casual conversation if Tatewaki hadn't cleared his throatand reminded everyone about the airship. On hearing this, everyone looked up at the crazy man on the airship who was beet red and shouting. Kiren tired of being ignored demanded to know where the scroll of luck and his bride were. Siren and Cologne were the only ones who knew who he was and what he was talking about. Naturally they suspected Happosai of taking the scroll. Narrowing her eyes, Siren summoned Happosai. While initially surprised at being teleported Happosai was happy to see Siren. Cutting him off before Siren demanded to know where the scroll of luck was. When Happosai asked what she was talking about Kiima once again demanded the scroll. When Happosai revealed that threw it away before anyone in the dojo could properly react, a storm of pickles dropped from the airship and onto them. Burying them all in a pile of pickled monstrosity that smelled just as bad as it tasted.

As Kirin prepared the second wave those aboard his ship and the few people who'd dug themselves free of the pile of pickles turned as Akane made her presence known as she walked into the sitting room, a tray of pickles in hand. At her side stood Chocolate who was never far away from Akane. What more caught everyone's attention weren't the pickles on the tray but the scroll on it also. In particular it caught the attention of Prince Kirin who had Akane wrapped up in a long fishing wire and pulled high into the air and onto the airship. Akane called Kirin out for causing her to drop her pickles as she had made them for Chocolate. Putting his arm around the surprised Akane’s waist Kirin told her that they would have many delicious chocolate pickles at their wedding.

Using Genma's head for a vault, Chocolate bounded into the air. She pulled out a long claw and threw it against the ship, using it to climb on board. In dark tones, she demanded he let Akane go. Instead of doing what Chocolate demanded, Kirin held Akane tighter and simply smirked. Which caused her to scowl deeply and fly at him with an assorted arsenal that was discarded by Kirin in a lighting fast movement with, believe it or not, a pair of chopsticks. Unfortunately for those below, all of Chocolate's various weapons which included maces, dynamite, and one or two bombs, fell to the ground. Causing quite a bit of chaos as they scurried around, trying to avoid them.

Ignoring the explosions from below, Chocolate rushed at Kirin, only to be swept away by the speed of his chopsticks, causing her to fall from the airship with the sound of Akane shouting her name meeting her ears. It was that sound that kept Chocolate from giving up and reaching out at the last moment, she grabbed the chain she had attached to the airship earlier. When the ship vanished into nothingness, she went along with it. Watching this happen, those gathered at the dojo were silent for a long moment then Soun spit out the pickle he had stuck in his mouth. Some would swear for years later that the name Akane echoed in the air for hours after he screamed it. Then again, that might have something to do with the fact that not only Soun was screaming it.

## Appearance

Nabiki very much reflects the figure of a skillful fighter.

## Ability

Nabiki takes the role of one of the heirs of the Anything Goes Martial Arts School in this universe over Akane. She is in good fighting form, being described as having the mannerisms of a wild cat. However while fast she is entirely too rash in her attacks making her predictable.