Shiranui stared at Ayumu for a few seconds, as if processing what the man had just said. Before long, the individual began to laugh in a hysterical manner as they slammed their right hand on the counter of the bar. Soon Shiranui's eyes met with Ayumu's as they kept chuckling while trying to speak.

"Y-you come up to me after all these years and try to order ME around. Hahahah, I didn't think your new job was being in a circus because you really look like a clown."

As Shiranui laughed at the display before them, they suddenly felt themselves being lifted by the collar of their shirt. Soon Shiranui's cold, blue eyes were met with the hateful glare of Ayumu's green eyes.

"I didn't ask you a question. Get my son out of this organization. This is your final warning."

"Pffft. You know what, since you gave me a good laugh, I'll humor you for a little while", Shiranui said as they wiped the tears from their eyes after laughing so much. After placing some money on the counter for the drink, Shiranui was walking out of the bar as he motioned for Ayumu to follow them.

"Always gotta have it your way...."

Ayumu grunts as he followed Shiranui out of the bar. As the two individuals left the bar, Shiranui swiftly gazed at the white haired man that was following them. To be honest, it was almost hilarious to them how Ayumu came to them the moment their attention was shifted towards Shiki.

"What's the matter, Ayumu? Did you get jealous when you found out I stopped chasing you and finally moved on to someone more interesting?"

"Cut the crap, YOU of all people know damn well why I don't want you near my family again!"

"Oh my, how ferocious, but do clear something for me. When you say family, do you mean your son....or that dead clan that treated you and your wife like nothing but mutts."

Just as Shiranui said this, they smiled as they stepped to the side to dodge a fist being hurled at them. Soon their blue eyes gazed at a pair of green eyes that were filled with rage. As Ayumu turned around, he suddenly lunged forward as he launched his right fist at Shiranui. Just as Shiranui was about to dodge the attack again, they suddenly felt blood being drawn from the side of their face. When they looked at Ayumu's hand, they saw it wasn't in the shape of a fist anymore as knife was now in his hand.

"A weapon hidden underneath his clothes. Ayumu was always a creative and sly one. Well then, show me that age hasn't dulled your senses, Ayumu."

Just as Shiranui said this, they suddenly clenched their right hand into a fist as they repeatedly slammed it into Ayumu's gut. Just as Ayumu lost his breath, Shiranui swiftly slams lifts their right leg as they launched their foot into Ayumu's temple. Just as Ayumu was launched away from Shiranui, the man quickly threw his knife at the individual.

Shiranui swiftly reached into their coat and took out a Black Key to deflect the knife, but noticed something off. The moment they deflected the knife, Shiranui's Black Key was destroyed as a part of the sleeve of their coat was ripped apart. While Shiranui was confused, they looked at Ayumu who stood back up.

"This isn't like you, Shiranui. This is the second time we fought, so you of all people already know the trick."

"Heh, looks like you caught me red handed. But-"

As Shiranui was about they finish their sentence, Ayumu suddenly appeared right in front of them as he had his right thumb, index finger, and middle finger in a claw-like stance while his pinky and ring finger were closed like a fist. This stance was from Southern Dragon Kung Fu. Just as Ayumu lunged his right hand forward, Shiranui quickly jumped back to avoid the strike. However, Shiranui couldn't hide the look of surprise on their face when they saw slash marks upon their clothes and skin after Ayumu's attack, despite how Shiranui avoided the man's hand making contact with their body.

"Koritsu Ayumu, Emperor of the Wind. When you were with the organization, no one could ever hope to stand up to you and your powerful manipulation of wind. However.....you lost my interest a long time ago."

As Shiranui thought this to themselves, they saw Ayumu standing still with both of his hands in front of him as of he was holding a sword. Suddenly Ayumu flung himself towards Shiranui as his arms were now in a swinging motion. Just as Ayumu's eyes made contact with Shiranui, the leader of the Demon Hunter Organization had only one thing to say to the man.

"Kneel."

In that one moment, Koritsu Ayumu's advantage was ripped away from as soon as it arrived. Suddenly the man fell to his knees and couldn't stand back up despite how much he tried. As Ayumu looked towards Shiranui, he saw the individual smiling at him as their normally blue eyes were now glowing a bright purple color.

"Those eyes...they're just like-"

"Heh, figures you would catch on quickly. Shiki and I have something in common, yes. However, I could never be able to obtain Mystic Eyes of Death Perception. Though, I don't really need them. Not with eyes like mine at my disposal. The Mystic Eyes of Domination."

"Shiranui, why are you so obsessed with my so-"

"Silence."

Ayumu's mouth was completely shut as Shiranui started at him. Shiranui chuckled as they got down on their right knee and used their right hand to pick up Ayumu's chin so the man would look at them.

"Ayumu, let's say our lives were a story book. What positions do you think Shiki, yourself, and I play?"

"..........."

"For me, it would be the ruler. The person at the top who watches over all and should not be taken lightly. For you, you are a knight of treachery who betrayed the ruler and ran off to live a family life as if nothing happened between us. As for my adorable killer....."

The smile on Shiranui's face grew wider the moment they thought about Shiki. Ever since they met in the hospital, Shiranui knew exactly what they wanted. As a blush was seen on their face, Shiranui looked Ayumu directly in the eyes.

".....he's the Jester. Someone who gives the ruler entertainment and joy unlike any other. However, a lot of people could be seen as a Jester compared to me, so you must be wondering. What makes Koritsu Shiki so special to me? The answer is rather simple. Unlike most Jesters......Shiki has the most potential to steal the title of ruler away from me if raised properly. Just thinking about him raising his knife against me and giving in to his instincts is enough to make my heart dance with joy!!! This burning new feeling within me is quite addictive."

"You're insane. By your own words, it sounds like he would try to kill you at any moment. He would never see you the way you want him!"

"That's fine by me. He can hate me all he wants for all I care, but I'll keep on loving him. Obsessively, irrationally, desperately! I love that unpredictable being known as Koritsu Shiki, I love every part of his twisted sense of self!"

As Shiranui said this, they began turn around as they walk away from Ayumu. The moment Shiranui's back was turned, Ayumu slowly stood back up. The man clenched his fists as he began to walk away as well. That little spout with Shiranui told Ayumu everything he needed to know.

"So that bastard managed to get even stronger and now they want my son for their own sick enjoyment. Your deranged logic hasn't changed at all ever since that day. The day that you slaughtered the Nanaya clan."