Juniper Lee Porn Story: Love Life Regret – Chapter 7

Love, Life, & Regret

Chapter 7: The Price of Vanity

What do we do? Chris asked running side by side with Juniper.

They rounded another corner trying desperately to find any area of the school away from the other students. Finally they reached the rear of the school near the service entrance. There was no place left to run. They had no choice but to face Vanity.

You cowards disgust me! Vanity said appearing behind them.

His head was covered in long blonde hair pulled back into a braid and his eyes blazed red as he threw his coat off. Underneath he wore a black tuxedo with a rose hanging from the lapel.

Arent you a little overdressed? Juniper asked as the teens burst out laughing.

Were we actually afraid of this overgrown pansy? Chris added.

Stop laughing! Vanity yelled stomping.

Their laughter disappeared as the ground shook.

Thats more like it, the Devil stated as he sized up his prey, Which of you wants the honor of being the first to die by my hand?

Got a plan yet? Juniper asked turning to Chris.

No, you? the bespectacled teen answered.

Enough stalling! Time to die! Vanity yelled leaping at them.

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Jody ran through the halls of the school. She had to know what was going on. Chris and June had just run off without any warning. When she came to the end of B-hall she found them, but what were they doing?

Chris dashed forward punching as June kicked, but there was nothing there. Suddenly both teens were sent flying through the air and for an instant Jody could swear she saw the outline of a man.

What is going on? she asked exasperated.

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Jasmine, are you sure this will work? the little pug asked nervously.

The older woman ignored him as she began speaking the incantation. There were seven porcelain canisters gathered in a circle surrounding her summoning stone. The stone glowed with blue energy as the canisters lifted into the air and started spinning. Different markings appeared beside the spinning canisters before combining with them. Munroe watched in utter fascination as the canisters settled down on the table. Each one

had a different seal that could hold the different Devils. At least that was the plan.

That was amazing! Munroe declared as Ah-Mah fell back into her chair. Jasmine! Are you alright? Jasmine?

Slowly she raised her hand, setting it down on the little dogs head, Im just a little tired

Diddid the spell work? Munroe asked.

Theoreticallyall they need to do, she was taking deep breaths, is separate the spirit from the host

Munroe let that sink in as he gathered up the canisters. The way Ah-Mah said it, it sounded easy, but from what Juniper had told him about Rage, separating the spirit and host wasnt going to be easy.

I need to get these to June right away, he said sliding the jars into a bag and then crawling into the straps. I just pray Im not too late.

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Jody peeked around the corner. There they were, the two people she cared about most, striking at nothing and acting like they were getting hit. But what scared her more was the fact that they actually looked hurt. Juniper clasped a hand over her stomach trying to stem the flow of blood while Chris cradled his left arm, it had been sliced open.

That all ya got, pretty boy? Juniper stammered.

Jody tried to see who she was talking to, but there was no one there. Were they losing their mindsor was she?

Ive had about enough of this, Chris said kneeling down and grabbing a handful of dirt. Youre convinced that youre the most beautiful creature ever born, huh?

Jody strained to hear a response, but nothing came.

Well heres mud in your eye! the bespectacled teen yelled flinging the dirt in Vanitys face.

The Devil was flabbergasted. As he tried to wipe the dirt away Juniper leapt up, kicking him in the face and sending him crashing to the ground. Before their opponent knew what was happening, Chris pressed the heel of his shoe on Vanitys cheek and spun leaving a black and red mark and causing him to scream out in pain. The teens stood back to back in fighting stances smiling. They had just found Vanitys weakness.

You animals! Vanity screamed sitting up and holding his face, Ill

Youll what? Juniper yelled triumphantly.

Vanity stood, still holding his face, tears forming in his eyes, Ill kill you!

Jody gasped. There was definitely something there, but for some reason she couldnt see it. The air blew harder and harder and then she saw it. It was definitely a man, but she couldnt make out his other features.

Aw, I think we hurt his feelings, Juniper teased as they jumped to the side.

The figure disappeared from Jodys vision, but then suddenly the wall behind Juniper and Chris exploded. The teens dove forward and leapt up attacking whatever it was. Jody still couldnt see the figure, but when Junipers fist collided with its jaw she heard the snap and felt the thud as the body fell to the ground.

We have to end this, Juniper told Chris.

June! came the familiar Scottish accent.

Munroe? Jody asked trying to stay out of view, What is he doing here?

June, take this and hold it over his body, the dog explained pulling out one of the canisters.

What is it? she asked taking the oddly shaped thing.

Theres no time, just do what I tell you! Munroe snapped.

Jody watched wide-eyed as Juniper kneeled down and held the canister out in front of her. There was a flash and suddenly the body of a blonde haired man appeared. A plume of blue mist rose from his nostrils and mouth and was sucked into the canister. Juniper corked it and then brought it over to her teacher.

What did this thing just do? she asked.

It sealed away whichever Devil you were fighting, the pug explained, Leaving a blank host with no memory of what happened. Hell wake up in a few hours with a splitting headache, but other than that hes fine.

I thought these things were supposed to be unbeatable, why was he so easy to beat? Chris questioned remembering the story Ah-Mah had told them last night.

From what I understand, the Devils strength depends on the host. If the host is defeated there is nothing the spirit can do until its either separated or the host regains consciousness, Munroe told them.

So we just beat the weakest of them? Chris stated, Thats just un-frigging-believable!

He threw his hands up and walked over to the host. Juniper understood exactly why Chris was so upset, but he should be happy, they only had six more to deal with, right? Something clinked from behind them drawing their attention.

Oh, crap Jody spouted falling back as her friends leapt towards her ready to attack.

Chris eyes went wide, Jody?

Jody? Juniper exclaimed.

The blonde girl was afraid as they reached for her.

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Juniper sat with Munroe while Chris and Ah-Mah argued over what to do about Jody. Shed seen too much and she was now in as much danger as the rest of them. Despite the fact that her memory could be erased, Chris wouldnt hear it.

No way, Im not gonna let you do that! he yelled shaking the walls.

Its not your place to decide that! the older woman yelled right back at him.

She has a right to know!

I agree with you, but the balance must always be maintained, Ah-Mah explained trying to calm the situation down.

Jody watched as the two went back and forth. She had gotten her wish and now knew why Chris and Juniper were always running off. Little did she realize that this wasnt the first time she had found out their secret, but she had no memory of the previous times.

In the den, Munroe sat in Junipers lap as she stroked his head. Neither knew what to do. They had a duty to protect the balance and that meant erasing Jodys memory of the entire event, butright now it didnt seem to matter. If the Devils couldnt be stopped then the secrecy was a moot point.

What do you think? the Asian girl asked looking down at the little pug.

I dont know, he responded, its a pretty dicey decision that needs to be made.

Yeah, was all Juniper could say looking back towards the kitchen.

Maybe she can help us, I mean you never know, Chris pleaded.

You heard her, she couldnt actually see him, she has no magical ability whatsoever, and you know what that means, Ah-Mah explained.

Butbut this is what I want, I want her to know so she doesnt think he went silent.

Jody piped up, So I dont think what?

Chris bowed his head and spoke softly, So you dont think Im such a flake or that Im going behind your back.

Jody bowed her head as well. Everything made sense now. All the times that he and June had been acting weird or when they disappeared. If she had known they were protecting the world she never would have gotten so upset or asked so many questions.

What if I can help? the blonde asked sincerely.

Ah-Mah turned to her, What can you do to help us, Jody?

The girl thought for a minute, but she couldnt come up with anything.

You see, it is better that you not know, Ah-Mah told her placing a hand on the teens shoulder.

Mrs. LeeJasmine, Chris said standing, We need all the help we can get, I mean even if she cant help us fight, shes another pair of eyes out there and right now we need all the help we can get.

Do you really think shes up to the job? Ah-Mah asked as they both turned to look at Jody.

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The moon had settled in its usual spot in the night sky. Below, it illuminated two lovers as they walked along the lake. They walked hand in hand, neither speaking a word until the boy stopped.

So this is why you asked me to just trust you, Jody stated simply.

Chris stared at the ground, I have always wanted to tell you, but I couldnt.

They stood in silence. Beside them the water stirred as an old friend made his presence known. He watched as Chris pulled Jody into a hug and then asked her to face the water.

Now you have to promise not to scream, he told her reaching into his pocket and revealing a strange pendant on a cord.

I promise, Jody assured him as he slung the cord over her head and let the pendant rest on her chest.

As the pendant crossed her eyes something fantastic appeared. Despite her promise, Jody couldnt help but scream a little when she saw the white scaled dragon known as Haku staring at her with a smile on his face.

Oh wow! was all she could say as Haku brought his head close enough for her to touch.

Jody, this is my very good friend Haku, he explained smiling, Haku, this is the girl I told you about.

Haku tipped his head in greeting, It is a pleasure to finally meet you, Jody.

The blonde laughed, she had never heard someone speak in such a refined manner. To her astonishment, the dragon was polite and kind, unlike many of the stories she had heard as a child. When Haku asked her if she wanted a ride she could feel her heart skip a beat. Chris hopped onto Hakus back and offered his hand to her.

Do you trust me? he asked looking into her eyes.

Accepting his hand she climbed aboard and wrapped her arms around him, Always.

She yelped as they soared up into the air and through the clouds. It was like a dream, never before had she felt so alive, so real! She never wanted this moment to end as the trio soared above the clouds towards the moon.

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Juniper sat at the window watching her friends take off into the air. She remembered what it was like the first time she met Haku and flew with him. It reminded her of better times. Of easier times. Now she was afraid of what tomorrow held. She rubbed the bandage beneath her shirt as she leaned against the glass, looking up into the night sky.

Behind her lay Munroe. The pug was sprawled out in the middle of the den, snoring away. On the couch sat Ah-Mah. She wore a very concerned look on her face. Her mind was ablaze with great and terrible thoughts. What if June and Chris werent enough? What if they couldnt stop the Seven Devils? She looked to her granddaughter, searching for hope and found it when she saw the smile June wore on her face. She knew in her heart that her granddaughter would do everything in her power to stop them and save the world. For right now, that was all the reassurance she needed.

To be continued

Okay, this is definitely the last chapter for a while, I need to study for my tests, but next chapter Ill introduce everyones favorite miscreantRay-Ray! Yeah, so be here for that. And for those of you who dont know the reference Im making with the white scaled, green haired dragon named Haku, I think you need to see Spirited Away. Just a little tribute to Hayao Miyazaki and the beauty his creations have brought to my life. Until next time everyone.