A week later, Ranma and the girls boarded a plane sent by the Yashida clan. There were thanks and goodbyes to the X-Men and promises of future contacts. After a few hours of travel, they set foot once again on their homeland. They were taken to Sunfire's school in black anonymous cars under ninja escort. Ranma chaffed at this overprotectiveness but understood the necessity of it. He had been introduced to a new world where honor meant little.
They took a good look at what was going to be their new home : An extensive modern building coupled with a traditional japanese house of gigantic proportions on the side. A swimming pool, a martial arts dojo, a sports ground, a huge japanese garden and a garage completed the Yashida School for Gifted Youngsters. They all whistled in admiration at the sight. It wasn't finished yet, many construction crews were still at work. Nevertheless, they could see themselves live here without problems.
Sunfire greeted them at the main entrance "Welcome, students, to your new home. It won't be complete before a few weeks but we can start your curriculum right away. Please follow me, I'll show you to your rooms"
*****
The next day, they were all assembled in a classroom with Sunfire.
"I have arranged for all of you, except Millia-san, to meet with your families in reasonably secure conditions" Millia was not offended, she was an orphan and a stranger here "Each one of you will all be escorted by a ninja team" Ranma frowned and stood up to talk "No, Ranma-kun, that is not negotiable. I respect your fighting prowess but better safe than sorry, I'm sure you understand"
"A car will take you to the chosen rendez-vous points we arranged with the persons you wished to see. I advise you to be as quick as possible in your explanations" Sunfire's expression softened "I know I may sound a little cold-hearted but it is in your best interest. You are all under my responsibility now and I will ensure your safety whenever possible"
"You are the first of a new generation of japanese, gifted with great powers. You will set an example for those who will follow. That is all. I'll see you all after you come back from your meetings" All except Fuujin slowly went out of the room. Sunfire stood up "I shall accompany you to explain things to your Oyabun. Let's hope he will be reasonable..."
*Fat chance* she thought "Arigato, Yashida-san. Lead the way"
*****
Ranma was entering the car when he heard a voice calling him "Ranma, wait !" It was Millia who ran to catch up him. He was puzzled, she didn't seem eager to talk to him before.
"Can I come with you, please ?" Ranma imagined the reaction of the others in Nerima if he went to see them with Millia, a very attractive woman, in tow *shudder* "Hum... I don't think it would be a good idea. You see..."
Millia decided to turn up the pressure. She took a sad and forlorn expression "Ranma. I... I don't want to be alone here. I know we're protected here but... If your stories are true, you'll need someone to cover your back" Time for the finishing move. Millia's eyes misted "Please..."
Ranma still couldn't say no to a crying woman despite his recent growing up and relented "All right, you can come with me..." *I'm screwed* he thought *I hope Mom and Nabiki will come alone as predicted... Yeah, right. Maybe I can convince her to stay in the car*
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