Chapter 43: Riko Amanai, Kidnapped!

Ok, I am feeling generous..... So here you go... Another Chapter, YAY!

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Once bathed in peace, a tranquil embrace, Now shadows creep, a disquieting trace. Silent storms, unforeseen and terse, Turned serenity to a haunting verse.

Yet in the chaos, a truth unfolds, Resilience born from stories untold. For even as shadows cast their might, Hope emerges, a guiding light.

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(2 days ago)

Misato Kuroi's (Riko's maid) POV:-

I was dusting the living room when I heard a loud crashing sound from upstairs. Fear clenched my heart as I dropped the duster and ran towards the noise.

When I reached Riko's bedroom, my worst fears were confirmed as I shouted, "Riko, Run!". Strange men dressed all in white had broken in and were grabbing Riko, who was crying in terror. 

Their uniforms marked them as curse users from Group Q as I read the Q sugn and recognize their insignia.

"Let her go!" I shouted, launching myself at the nearest attacker. We grappled fiercely but he overpowered me, flipping me to the floor and locking my arms behind my back.

More men descended, subduing Riko just as easily. I thrashed and kicked, screaming for help, Desperation rose like bile in my throat.

They shoved us into an unmarked vehicle roughly. Through the tinted windows, I could see we were leaving Tokyo far behind, driving deep into rural lands. Riko clung to me, sniffing back tears, as I hugged her protectively.

Our kidnappers spoke in hushed tones, revealing nothing of their plans. When we reached an isolated ranch-style building, they dragged us inside and threw us into a sparse room, locking the heavy door behind us.

Riko sobbed brokenly, and I held her, my own tears falling. They had taken us because of Riko's compatibility as a vessel but what did they want with Riko? T-They will not kill her, will they..? I prayed help would come before it was too late.

All I knew for certain was I would fight with my last breath to protect Riko.

Riko's POV:-

I was brushing my hair, getting ready for school, when I heard a loud crash from my bedroom window. Two men dressed all in white had broken in!

"Riko, run!" Kuroi shouted, rushing at the intruders. But there were more pouring through the window now. I watched in horror as Kuroi fought valiantly, but they were overpowering her.

"Let me go!" I cried, struggling against the hands grabbing me. "What do you want?"

They didn't answer, concentrating on subduing Kuroi. Though she fought with all her strength, eventually they overwhelmed her. "Please, don't hurt her!" I begged through my tears.

They forced us into a vehicle and drove for what seemed like forever. When we finally stopped, I found myself in a cold, damp basement. Kuroi held me close, trying to comfort me even as she trembled.

"It's going to be okay," she whispered, though I knew she was just as scared. 

I cried into her shoulder, terrified of these strange men and what they wanted from us. 

Who were they and what did they plan to do with us? All I could do was cling to Kuroi and pray for a miracle.

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(Present day)

It had been two days since our kidnapping, and Riko and I remained imprisoned in the cold basement room. 

Our captors brought us meager meals, ensuring we wouldn't starve, but offered no other information or comfort.

On the first day, brave Riko tried using her status as a vessel to demand our release. "I am Riko Amanai, you will unhand us at once!" she shouted at the locked door. But her cries went unanswered.

Now Riko was withdrawn and quiet, huddling close to me for security. 

I ran my fingers through her hair, wishing I could do more to ease her fear. "It will be alright," I soothed, though my heart was heavy with concern.

Riko looked up at me with wide, worried eyes. "I'm not scared for myself, Kuroi. I'm scared for you. What if they hurt you because of me...?" Fresh tears spilled down her cheeks at the thought.

My heart swelled with affection for this sweet, selfless girl. "Don't you worry for me," I told her gently. "We'll find a way out of this." I prayed my words were more than empty reassurance.

Riko and I startled at the sound of explosions and screams erupting above us. Heavy footfalls and shouts echoed through the basement corridors.

We held each other tightly, not knowing if this meant salvation or further terror. The locked door burst open with a bang, and we screamed in unison—only to freeze at the sight before us.

"Hey there Brat- I mean Riko. Relax, we're the calvary," said the white-haired man silhouetted in the doorway with an impish grin.

Beside him was a bespectacled man who offered us a calm nod.

"Oi, Suguru, secure the area. I'll handle these goons," the loud one said, charging up the stairs. More explosions and cries followed, punctuated by his laughter.

Geto bowed politely to Riko and I. "My apologies for the disturbance, I am Suguru Geto and that one is Satoru Gojo, we're here to evacuate you both. Please follow me upstairs when it's safe."

We emerged to total chaos—their attackers were overwhelmed and fleeing the now ruined building.

Gojo kicked the last one out the front door for good measure, still chuckling darkly.

Riko and I could only stare in awe and relief.

In the car ride back, Riko turned to me nervously. "Kuroi, who are these men?"

I smiled gently. "It's alright. Gojo and Geto are students from Jujutsu High, like I recognized from their uniforms. They must have been sent to rescue us."

In the front seat, Gojo and Geto glanced back at us curiously. "She seems spirited after the ordeal," Geto noted.

Riko's brave front was starting to crack as the adrenaline wore off. She straightened up importantly. "I am Riko Amanai. My life is sacred - I will soon merge with the one and only, Tengen-sama."

Her tone became shrill as she berated them. "You took too long getting to us! As the future Tengen Sama, you must treat me with utmost respect!"

Geto raised an eyebrow while Gojo chuckled quietly.

We all tuned out Riko's ranting, knowing she was just distressed and trying to feel in control again after our ordeal. 

"Yeah, sure brat..." The boys seemed to realize this too and let her yell herself out without responding.

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