Journey of Natsume Takeshi

Chapter 13: Hidden memories

Chapter 13: Hidden memories

In a world no one cares, alone. "Takashi." said Matoba. "You can never run. You are special. You are not human. Remember that." "I don't remember." said Natsume quietly. "When you do, all war will break out. But, you must regain your memories. All questions will then be answered."

"Oyy, Matoba!" The Kiria Clan Leader was at the door. "Bring him to the guest room," Matoba told one of the demon servants. The Kiria Clan Leader glared at the demon as he was led into the guest room. He has his right-hand man accompanied him. Matoba sighed as he dragged Natsume towards the guest room.

"Shin.What brings you here today?" smirked Matoba. "Can't you reconsider? If Natsume were to help us, the Kiria Clan will be able to conquer the Holy Ra-a!" said the Kiria Clan Leader, Shin. "No." said Matoba. "What a direct answer. Can't you at least think about it?" said Ren. "He doesn't remember it. Just forget it." replied Matoba. "What do you think, Natsume Takashi?" said Shin. "I don't remember. Please don't come ever again." said Natsume. "Then don't you try remembering it?" asked Shin.

Natsume started to glow. "Why don't you just listen and shut up! What I can't do, I can't! If you don't agree then leave!" The members of the Kiria Clan stood frozen at Natsume's words. "As expected, fabulous Takashi!" said Matoba happily. Natsume's eye color changed back to brown color. His consciousness returned to reality. "Huh? What happened?" "Welcome back, Takashi." smirked Matoba. "What happened to them?" Natsume looking at them, frozen in their seats. They were stunned for a few seconds, then they returned to reality. "You....do you not know the value of your power?!" said Shin. "Such tremendous powers....now I see how the Natsume Clan could obliterate half of the world."

"I do not know the Natsume Clan, I am Natsume Takashi, just Natsume Takashi. Nothing more, nothing less." said Natsume. "Well said," said Matoba. "Now, if you are so kindly to leave this room?" "I see. Fine then." Shin and Ren walked out of the room and never returning ever again, hopefully. "You belong here, Takashi..." Matoba whispered into his ear. "Even if I fight, there's no more meaning. So why should I waste my time?" said Natsume. "So you've learnt your lesson? Very good."

Natsume has begun to give up hope on escaping. Possessing power that is lethal not only to the human world, but also the demon world, everyone would fight for Natsume's power. To stay hidden and secret, Natsume has to bow to Matoba. You are mine, and mine alone.

After Natsume went to bed that night, he had another dream. "Heh. Having fun?" 'demon' Natsume said. "What did you do?" replied Natsume. "What the harm? You looked like this in the first place. Are you trying to deny your self?" said 'demon' Natsume. "If you can ask and wonder, why don't you try remembering and regain your memories." "Why? Is there something important that I shouldn't forget?" said Natsume. "Of course. Something so precious and important that keeps the balance of the world." said 'demon' Natsume. As the mirage disappeared, he noticed box glowed in bright light in a far distance. What is that?" said Natsume. "You have found it, at last..." echoed 'demon' Natsume's voice. "Go, and remember what you should do."

Natsume walked towards the light and touched the box lightly. It was written in a language no one could read. "What is this...? I can't read it." "No, you can read it. Look harder." the voice echoed. "Thy tos shait seeth it, only owner shalt find thee truth meanings." As Natsume read it out loud, all his memories came flowing back into him. 'Demon' Natsume smiled. My job is now done. Now we can truly become one, once again.