(A/N: Just know that there's gonna be something that is a piece of me irl in the beginning of this part of the chapter and it's a little controversial, so fair warning.)

~Keiji POV~

When I finally woke up, I was shirtless, my hands above me, and I felt pain in my jaw!

I saw that Ice and some of his Mighty members were standing beside him. And I smiled, not fazed by this pathetic attempt of intimidation.

Ice: Oh, ho! Look who's finally awake! Keiji "Sandman" Harada isn't it?

Keiji: Depends on who's asking.

Ice: Nobody is, just wanting confirmation.

Then, he kicked my ribs and I thought he bruised them!

Ice: You see, we don't like it when our friends rat out our plans for taking over SWORD and their pathetic inhabitants. So, I made an example of her.

Then, they brought in Sarah who was beaten to shit and just having a busted nose! It really pissed me off as I decided to give him a bit of a remark.

Keiji: So you love beating women just because you think you're superior? You're more pathetic than I thought, Ice.

Ice then punched me in the mouth, with blood coming down my lips.

Ice: You can just kiss my ass, Harada. You ain't going nowhere this time.

Sarah: Keiji, I'm sorry! I had no choice! They said they'd—

Ice: SHUT UP, BITCH!!!

He looked to slap her across the face, but I had to stop him before he does it...

Keiji: Hey! Instead of hitting her, how about you hit me instead, you fucking pussy! Come on! Give it to me instead!

I hated seeing her like that, so yeah, I'm gonna insult him.

Ice smiled and turned his attention towards me again. Still smiling, he backhanded me, busting my lip open.

It didn't really faze me, considering how pathetic he is as a man. And if he was trying to be a comedian, then this was probably the best joke he's ever made and that's for anyone to take him seriously.

Ice: You're a gentleman. I like that.

Keiji: Then how come you beat her on a regular basis, asshole?

Ice: Oh, it's because ever since the fight at the container yard, I've been reflecting on that. Instead of buying a training dummy, I decided to take it out on anyone who crosses me. Sarah being in the way the most. So yeah, I beat her, and it feels good to do it.

Keiji: While I'm here, you're not to lay a hand on her, because if you do, I won't show any mercy, as your light will exit and night will enter.

Ice: You remind me of Rocky a little bit, where he wants to protect women like Sarah. As admirable as it sounds, I still believe that women and men can fight. Let's leave him. I've done enough.

Jesse: And what about Sarah?

Ice: She's coming with us.

Just like that, they left the room as I heard Sarah sobbing while they walked out of the room.

I really did think that Sarah sold me out, but there's another side of me saying that she really didn't have a choice, and they forced her to get me to go to the diner so they could take me away.

To me, she did have a choice, she just made the wrong fucking one.

However, I can be forgiving, if people tell me the truth of what they've done. If Sarah's story is true, then I can forgive her, but until I then, I'm not gonna trust her.

~1 Hour Later~

I was really tired, just bruised and still hanging by my hands above my head, feeling like it's about to cramp up.

Then, Sarah was pushed into the room with a grunt as I saw that Ice came back, this time with evil intentions.

Ice: So, Sarah is going to join you if she doesn't cooperate with me. And to test her loyalty, she's gonna torture you with her kicks. Do it Sarah.

She was emotionless and just looked at Ice.

Ice: Did you hear me? I said torture him!

Sarah: No.

Ice: What did you say?

Sarah: I said "no"!

Ice then grabbed her by her hair and snarled at her as I had to stop him!

Keiji: Hey! Let go of her right now!

Ice smiled at me and just laughed, being absolutely merciless towards the both of us as I was wanting a fight with him, even if I'm tied up.

After a while, he let her go and then punched me in the ribs!

Ice: You don't speak unless spoken to. Sarah, at this point, he's no use to us. Kill him.

She then gasped and was shocked by the proclamation from Ice. I really couldn't blame her for feeling that way because I'm probably one of the only real friends she has, even though we know each other for a few days now.

Sarah just didn't make a move on me and was tearing up, but Ice had to do this...

Ice: Sarah, what are gonna do about him? He's Hoodlum Squad.

Sarah looked at me with a sad look, but I don't know what's gonna happen.

Ice: You listening to me? Kill him!

Ice then pushed her down with one hand, and then he walked up to me with a knife and a smile on his face.

Ice: Alright then. Let's see what your insides look like.

Then, out of nowhere, Sarah got up and actually retaliated with a kick to Ice's face, knocking him out cold!

Sarah: Sleep tight, motherfucker!

I smirked...

Keiji: Good timing.

Sarah: I only did it because it was the right thing to do. Plus, I never liked him that much anyway. Let's get outta here.

She then untied the bonds off of me and we had to leave before Mighty and Doubt see us. I didn't know where my vest was, so I think they left it at the diner to send a message that they had taken me

We managed to sneak through the place without getting caught as we really needed to get out of here before anyone spotted us.

Staying quiet was crucial and we managed to make it out so far, but when we got outside there were some Mighty members keeping watch and I saw that there was a two seat motorcycle parked behind them.

Keiji: That's what we're gonna use.

Sarah: How can you be sure?

Keiji: That motorcycle over there is a two seater, perfect for both a guy and a girl. Using that to get back to the diner is a good bet as we can make.

Sarah: You know your shit. You need a distraction?

Keiji: Nah, just a few seconds.

I then saw an glass beer bottle and it gave me an idea.

I then sneakily grabbed it, and threw it to the wall behind them.

Member 1: What?

Member 2: What was that?

Then, they ran over to where the beer bottle smashed and we quickly ran over to the motorcycle, got on, Sarah held onto me, I started it, revved it up, and we rode off before they could get to us.

It was only 10 minutes before we finally got to the diner, but I noticed that it was still open, and Sarah was weary from all the torture.

I put her arm over my shoulder and we walked in the diner, where Naomi and Yamato were talking until they saw us.

Naomi: Keiji?!

Yamato: The hell?!

Keiji: We're fine.

We were helped into the diner as Sarah sat in the booth while I laid on the floor in exhaustion.

Yamato: You guys okay?

Keiji: Check on Sarah.

He did as Naomi looked me over.

Naomi: What happened?

Keiji: Mighty Warriors found us and they took us to their base. I assumed you got my vest, right?

Naomi: Yeah. It was left here for some reason, but I didn't think it would be that.

Keiji: You're gonna have to call over Cobra, Noboru, Tettsu, Dan, everyone. They have to know about this.

Naomi: I'll call them right now.

I managed to get up and walk over to Sarah, who was getting looked at by Yamato. I'm really surprised to see him be more respectful towards her than I thought.

I know for a fact he hates Mighty Warriors, Kuryu, and Doubt, but I didn't think that after all thiss, he would see her as an equal.

Once he was done with her, he looked at me for any injuries.

Keiji: Yamato.

I pulled out my phone and I gave it to him as I requested this.

Keiji: Call Lala. She has to know.

Yamato: You and her?

Keiji: Sarah and I, we're not in love, but I am with Lala and we've been friends since forever so it led to that.

Yamato: I'll call her.

Keiji: Thank you.

Yamato: Of course.

He walked away to call Lala as I really wanted to make sure that Sarah was okay. Me being hurt is irrelevant right now because I don't want to see her hurt.

Keiji: Let me take a look at you, okay?

When Sarah lifted up her face to me, I really felt horrible to see her like this. She had a couple tears so I had to let her hug me and let her cry on my shoulder.

Sarah(voice cracking): Keiji, please don't hate me for them showing up at the diner. I really didn't have a choice. They made me call you.

Keiji: Sarah, just know that I'm not someone who forgives very easily, but what I'm getting from you is real, and I forgive you.

Sarah: But why would you take the slap that was meant for me?

Keiji: You're still priceless in my eyes. Keep that in your heart, okay? Don't let me being hurt get to you.

She teared up, smiled, and hugged me as I did the same, but we immediately let go before Lala walked in, seeing me like this and with Sarah.

Lala: Keiji!

She immediately ran over and hugged me as I did the same, but then, Lala was confused on Sarah being here as I had to clear it up soon.

Lala: Who's she?

Keiji: Lala. This is Sarah, an informant of mine. Formerly Mighty Warriors.

Lala: Mighty Warriors?

Sarah: Since the container yard fight, Ice, my now ex, he's been abusing everyone left and right after the loss, including me. Having enough, I decided to call Keiji up and ask him about spreading information about Kuryu and Mighty working together. I wanted out. I was done, and Ice beating me was the last straw, and as you can see, I'm now a part of Hoodlum Squad.

Lala: Were you two?

Keiji: You think I'd cheat on you? That's why I gave you that promise ring a couple days ago. Don't think I'm gonna turn away from you. I love you so much, Lala. I really do.

Lala knew that I was telling the truth and I was really thankful for her to believe me. And with Sarah, we definitely need to go to war with Mighty and Jansang, but soon enough, we were going to have the Squad split in two.

(A/N: So, yeah, what Keiji called Sarah in the last couple chapters, which is "priceless" is me irl. I know that what I'm about to say is a little bit controversial, but guys, I'm sorry, I was taught to not lay a hand on a woman and that's my mentality! I'm an old school guy and I'll stay that way until I die.

I know that I'm gonna get comments like, "Oh, you're a pussy! You're a coward, you don't hit women, you're not gonna fight back when they fight you, blah blah blah!" Seriously, shut up! SHUT UP! The only time I'll lay a hand on a woman is never! I was raised that way, and I don't care what anyone says.

Not to mention, I'm gonna get married in a few months or whatever! So, that old school mentality of how to treat women with respect and dignity is my way of living and I'll fight anyone who disagrees! That's how I see it, and there's nothing you can do to change my mind!

Anyway, if you guys liked this chapter, be sure to slap the vote button before your partner/spouse slaps you. Be sure to follow me and there's a chance I might follow you back.

I wanna say sorry for the tangent, but I wanted to clear it up for you guys because that's how I was raised. I mean, my dad was an asshole and he would mentally abuse my mom every chance he got and shoving Christianity down my throat as well.

That's why I have that mentality and please don't hate me for putting in a piece of myself in this story. I really don't want anyone to take it the wrong way and the last thing I want is anyone unfollowing me because of that.

So, yeah, that's about it, and with that being said, I'll see you guys later.

I'm out.)