This was suppose to be a oneshot and then my head decided to write all these things and it had to be broken into parts, but in my head it is still a one shot dammit! That it is just taking a while for it to be written out….in parts….

the world in here is a fairytale magical not quite sure mixture of things that confuses even myself cause I am just writing as things come….
it is an AU world and they had different lives so their characterization is different, but I tried to reign in the gist of the characters in some way or another….
It also follows the KKM plot, the core of it

Oracles' Premonitions

There was something in the air. It was almost palpable but still fleeting from his touch.
His brown eyes stared down at the bowl of water, trying to see any future events. The water was moving too much for him to get a clear view. He could still see glimpses, but he was being blocked and he knew by who.

"Shinou, what are you planning?" he whispered under his breath, gently touching the surface of the water, causing the water to still suddenly, revealing a boy with black hair and eyes, smiling widely.
Huh, was this the one destined to bring everything under control? He kind of liked him, of course, that thought caused the water to clear.

"Oh Shinou, still jealous after all of these years?" he teased under his breath, moving away from the bowl to look out his window. The stars were beginning to shine in the sky as the sun fell away to sleep.
A sudden meow and warmth against is legs caused him to laugh and look down. He squatted down and picked up the orange tabby, bring him to be eye to eye.

"Yozak, where have you been?" but the cat just meowed, his eyes twinkling mischievously, leaning forward to lick the other's face.

"Things are going to get interesting soon Yozak, we must be ready for whatever is going to happen." He pushed his glasses, causing the light to glint on them. Yozak frowned, eyes looking at his master in worry, because it was his job to take care of the Sage.

"We have remained alive this long, Shinou knows, we'll be alive a little while longer."

Yozak sighed, tail swishing behind him as he glanced around their room. They lived in a simple cabin at the edge of the woods. His master had a simple bed at the corner, a mirror on the other side of the room with the scrying bowl in the center. Their valuables were held in a wardrobe, which held everything they needed. There was that small wooden table that they hardly used. They were surviving but it was not much of a life. Yozak knew that his Sage was old and that he waited everyday for the Great Shinou to come back. Yozak had never met Shinou personally, but he had felt his presence around the room and caught glimpses of his shadows in the mirror and scrying bowl.

Yozak of course knew of the Great Shinou, how he ruled the kingdoms in peace. Creatures were free and living and everyone had the ending they deserved, some happy and some not. It was balanced and Yozak knew that the Great Sage was there next to Shinou, every step of the way. Yozak had been made, well, born, years after the end of such times, in order to be the Sage's companion.

After years of waiting, things were going to change.

Yozak wasn't sure what that entailed, but he would protect the Sage with his life. He yawned causing the Sage to chuckle, picking Yozak up and settling himself in the bed.

Yozak curled next to his master and fell into a light sleep.
The Sage followed along, not bothering to get under the covers, since it was a warm summer night.

From the mirror, bright blue eyes watched his Sage and his companion cat sleep. Soon, they'll be together again. Soon.

So It Begins with Smoke Rising

"Yuuri! Wake up!"
Yuuri groaned rolling over to his back. Why did he have to wake up now? He was having such a nice dream. He couldn't remember what it was about….but it felt….so nice, he didn't want to wake up.

"Come now! You have to go help your father!"

"Why can't Shouri go?" Yuuri groaned, sitting up on his bed, running his hand through his black hair.
"He is already there!" his mother called back to him.

Yuuri didn't want to go. Helping out at the store wasn't too bad, and he had enough time to work on his homework for later in the afternoon.
He just wished there was something more to his life, just slightly. He read about how once upon a time, everyone was happy and there was peace. Wouldn't that be great? His family not having to worry about having to pay such high taxes and always in fear of being sent to jail at the whim of their king….yes, that would be great.

He rushed about his room, getting ready. He grabbed his belt and tied it around his waist, before tugging on his boots and making his way out of his room.

He rushed by his mother, taking up the potion from her hand and downing it. It made his hair and eyes lighter, since it was not safe for him to go out. Having black hair was enough of a rarity but add black eyes and that made for chaos. Ever since he could remember, Yuuri had to take the potion. Even his brother and father had to take the potion, to lighten their hair. His father not anymore, since he was graying, but the two sons still had to take it.

"Now, Yuuri, be careful, eh?" His mother kissed him on the cheek before pressing a bag with his lunch into his hands, and pushing him out of their little house. Yuuri loved his mom, everyone in the two loved her. Her chocolate brown eyes were always full of life and she balanced their father out.

"Yuuri, finally made it in." Shouri stated, leaning against the store's doorway.
"I was having such a great dream!" Yuuri sighed wistfully, causing his brother to chuckle.

"Come on, we have to do inventory." Shouri motioned for him to move to the back. Yuuri did so begrudgingly, greeting his father on the way. His father, Shouma Shibuya, just shook his head in amusement, before going back to their finances.

Yuuri was learning slowly about the business, and he was proud that he was getting the hang of the basics of the finances. Their father was teaching Shouri, who was the eldest and therefore the first in line to inherit the business, but Shouri made sure to teach Yuuri little by little as well.
Yuuri hummed under his breath as he worked on the inventory, not knowing that his life was going to take a drastic change soon enough.

"Wolfram von Bielefeld!"
Bright emerald eyes looked up into angry, but equally green eyes.

"What did I tell you about sword fighting?"
Wolfram winced, looking down at his boots, blonde hair falling to cover his face.

"I was just having some fun, Uncle." Wolfram muttered, making sure to soften his voice.
His uncle sighed, looking down at his nephew. He was a von Bielefeld, that was for sure.

"Come Wolfram, back to your studies-" Waltrana sighed, placing a hand on Wolfram's shoulder to lead him back inside.

"But uncle! I don't want to study! I want to fight!" Wolfram huffed, slipped away from his uncle's hold.

"Wolfram, we've had this talk before-"

"No! I don't want to do my studies! I don't want to be married off! I want to join my brothers!" Wolfram screamed, before running away to his room.

Waltrana just stood there and watched his nephew until he couldn't see him anymore. Wolfram reminded him of his father, the same stubbornness. Waltrana remembered how at his same age, Wolfram's father was just as rebellious. Waltrana always looked up to him and he still did to a certain extent, but he also resented him a little bit. He left Wolfram, who needed him so much.

His mother, Cheri does the best she can, but with all the battles she does not always have time. His brothers are also out in the field, protecting their people. This left Waltrana, to try his best to take care of Wolfram in whatever way he could.
Waltrana felt Wolfram slipping away from him, and it pained Waltrana….he had failed his brother and his nephew.

"I beg you to take care of him."

Waltrana stared at his sister in law, her emerald eyes tearing up. He could see the bags under her eyes and her long blond hair was dimmed, but Waltrana knew he looked the same. Nothing was the same after the death of his brother. Nothing.

"Of course, Cheri, I will take care of him with my life." Waltrana vowed, kneeling in front of the ex Queen of their kingdom.

"I cannot thank you enough. Your brother would be happy to know you are helping raise Wolfram, like the von Bielefeld he is." Cheri stated, placing her hand on his shoulder. Waltrana nodded and stood back up.

"I shall come by regularly." Cheri promised, turning to look at her children.

Her eldest, Gwendal, watching over his brothers like the amazing big brother he was. Conrad, her little lion, brave and strong, balancing her oldest and her baby….Wolfram, a beautiful flower with a fiery temper. She walked over to them and hugged the three of them.

"You take care of each other, and listen to your uncle Waltrana." Cheri muttered, placing a kiss on each of their foreheads.

Gwendal nodded, taking hold of Conrad's hand and picking up little Wolfram, who had begun to cry.
Cheri felt her heart break at the sight, but she had to go.

Waltrana watched her walk away from her children, and he knew that nothing in the world would ever alleviate the guilt and pain she was experiencing.

Nothing.

Wolfram laid on his bed, palm outstretched as he played with a fireball.

He knew that his uncle was only looking out for him, but he was not weak. He knew that he was beautiful and feminine, but that did not mean he was fragile. He could fight, just like his father!

Wolfram closed his palm, extinguishing the fire ball. He rolled over to his back and stared up at the ceiling.
His uncle loved him and he was just worried for him. Wolfram should understand that.

Wolfram was the last thing that his uncle had and what did Wolfram do? make tantrums and act like the spoiled child.
Wolfram shook his head and sat up. He glanced out the window and wondered how his brothers were doing.

"Where is Gwendal going Conrad?" Wolfram asked, watching as his big brother got his horse ready.

"He is going to help mother." Conrad answered, smiling gently down at Wolfram.
"But…but you said that mother was fighting and that it was dangerous! That is why we couldn't go see her." Wolfram stated, eyes beginning to water.

"It is, but she needs help, and Gwendal is going to help her." Conrad tried to calm Wolfram, but he was having none of it. Wolfram slipped away from Conrad and ran towards Gwendal.

"Gwen! Gwen! Don't go! Don't leave us!" Wolfram screamed, tackling his big brother down.
Gwendal stumbled slightly before wrapping his arms around Wolfram. He wished he could stay and protect his brothers. He couldn't. His mother needed him and he was now the man of their family. His mother depended on him, her eldest son. He was to lead their army, he was to protect their lands.

"Shh, do not cry little cub," Gwendal ushered, picking Wolfram up and holding him tight.

"I don't want you getting hurt!" Wolfram sobbed, his little hands clutching tightly unto Gwendal's uniform.
"Hey, hey, it is alright, I will be fine. I am your big brother, nothing can't hurt me, eh? or do you think that your big brother will so easily be beaten?" Gwendal smiled as he pulled back to see Woflram shake his head.

"Shh, I will be back, safe and sound." Gwendal stated, raising up his other hand to wipe Wolfram's tears away, before creating a beautiful flower in his hand. Wolfram took the flower and held it tightly, trying to smile bravely for his big brother.

"I will be back before you know it." Gwendal gently placed Wolfram down. Conrad stepped back, eyes also teary and full of worry.

"Take care of him, eh little lion. I'll contact you as much as I can. I've taught you how to reach me, right?" Gwendal frowned, reaching up to place a hand on his younger brother.

"Of course, I'll take care of things here." Conrad stated, before reaching up to hugged Gwendal tightly. Gwendal quickly hugged back.
"Do not worry. Behave." Gwendal gave them a stern look, before mounting his horse and riding off.

Waltrana watched from the gate, nodding to Gwendal as he passed by. The first of the sons had ridden out to his fate.

Wolfram apologized to his uncle that night at dinner.

"I am also sorry, for you have the blood of a knight in you. You have gotten good at sword fighting and your element is thriving. I just wish to keep you safe as much as I can." Waltrana stated, squeezing Wolfram's arm.

"I know uncle, I know."

Wolfram smiled and hugged his uncle, because even though Waltrana was strict, Wolfram never doubt the love his uncle had for him. Waltrana had been like a father to him.

Yuuri was making his way back from his school when he heard the sounds of horses. He pressed back against the trees, wondering who would be traveling this late at night. They lived at the outskirts of the two forests, the Sangriel and the Finrer Forest. Their villagers held nothing of value and they had been lucky to have been ignored for as many years as they had.

Yuuri watched worriedly as a small band of soldiers rode through. Yuuri knew they were from the king, by their purple uniforms and the bright purple flag with the tree of life on it. He stayed down and watched until the soldiers were gone and he couldn't hear their horses anymore. Yuuri stayed hidden behind the bushes for a while longer, before coming out and resuming his journey home.

Something was happening.

His mother was quick to hug him when he came into their home. The whole village was in darkness. They dare not turn a light on, in case the soldiers stopped at their village. Shouma stared out the window, smoking his pipe that Yuuri only ever saw him smoke when he was worried. Shouri was working in sharpening their blades.

Yuuri escaped his mother's grasp and walked over to help Shouri. They were taught to defend themselves, and Yuuri had yet to really get into a fight. He hoped that he didn't have to. He didn't want to fight.

Waltrana was rereading a recent letter from his nephews. They were not too far from them. Perhaps three day ride?

"Soldiers, sir, on their way." One of his soldiers stormed into his room, gasping for breath.
Waltrana cursed under his breath, before rushing out. They did not have enough time to call for his nephews to come help. Soldiers would be on them in a couple of hours. Waltrana was stupid to think that their luck would last longer than it had.

"Tell the archers to take their space on the walls. Tell the others to get ready by the entrance wall."

Von Bielefeld state had remained neutral, hidden in the forest, hardly noticed. Except now.

Waltrana knew they were coming for Wolfram, who was known for his ethereal beauty. Waltrana had tried his best to keep Wolfram from the limelight, keeping him hidden. He took Wolfram to balls and dances when he was little, but as he grew up he stopped attending. Wolfram was blessed with such a beauty, but it was also his downfall. Wolfram not only was he beautiful, but he was made the Protector. Perhaps the King had figured out that Wolfram had it and was coming after him, which just mean that Wolfram was in even more danger.

"Wolfram!" Waltrana ran into the room, startling Wolfram.

"Uncle, what is wrong?" Wolfram rushed over to him only to be pushed away.

"Pack light, you have to leave the estate right now. Soldiers will be upon us in mere hours if not sooner. They are coming for you." Waltrana stated, pushing Wolfram to pack some things. Waltora himself pushed some paper and simple survival items into a bag. Wolfram was quick in packing only a change of clothes. He grabbed his cloak, tying it around his neck.

"Come, this letter is from your brothers. They should be about three day rides away. They are at a clearing by the border of the Catalino region and the Underland Region. You must be careful." Waltrana hissed, moving quickly through the halls until they reached the stables.

"You will ride until you reach far enough to begin walking. You set the horse on another direction, do you understand?" Waltrana asked, turning to look at Wolfram.

"You will take the back door, and do not stay on the road. Do not let anyone know who you are." Waltrana stared at Wolfram, making sure he understood the situation. Wolfram took a deep breath and nodded that he understood. Waltrana placed his hands n Wolfram's shoulders.

"You'll be fine. Everything will be fine."
"Uncle, will you be alright?" Wolfram asked, a bit hesitant even though he knew that his uncle could not go with him. His uncle had to stay behind and fight, to give Wolfram enough time to escape.

"I will stay and make sure you have enough of a start run. Once they figure out you are not here, they will be after you. Perhaps not automatically, because they will have to tell the king, but trust me, the king will not tire until he has you?"

Wolfram frowned, confused as to why it was him, that they wanted.
"But uncle, why me? Why go through all the trouble for me?" Wolfram asked, anxiously.

"Your beauty and because you are the protector Wolfram." Waltrana muttered, looking up when he heard his men shouting.

"You five! Come! You will accompany Wolfram. Make sure he makes it to his brothers safe and sound. You don't rest, you just ride." Waltrana ordered a number of his men, who nodded and got their horses ready.

"Uncle I-"

"We are running out of time. We will see each other again. Now go!" Waltrana pushed Wolfram forward. Wolfram quickly got unto his horse, nodded at his uncle, before rushing out of the state. He prayed to Shinou that his uncle survived and that sometime soon, they would see each other again.

"Hey Yuuri, how's it going?"
Yuuri stopped to greet their neighbor, Yolanda.

"Nothing, just running a bit late to work." Yuuri laughed sheepishly.

"Well, I don't want to keep you! run along!" Yolanda grinned, ushering him away.

Yuuri grinned and ran off to the store.

"Hey, sorry I'm late but I bring our lunch." Yuuri stated the moment he burst into the store. He frowned when he saw no one in the front. He made his way into the back and saw his brother and father talking.

"Hey, I'm here." Yuuri spoke up, causing the two to look over at him, worry on their faces.
"What is wrong?" Yuuri asked.

His father sighed and beckoned Yuuri forward.

"Yuuri, I think it is time you paid more attention to your elemental skills." His father started and Shouri nodded along.
"Is this about the soldiers yesterday?" Yuuri asked, nervously shifting from foot to foot.

"Yes, something is not right. They usually don't come to the outskirts of our forest. There are much more direct routes to the Underland region. We have to be prepared." His father stated and Yuuri turned to Shouri, who looked just as worried.

"I…" Yuuri did not want to fight. It was not him, but he did want to protect his family.

"Of course, dad, I shall practice my element more." Yuuri nodded, and he smiled in relief when he saw his father and brother visibly relax. Yuuri would not let them down. He was not a fighter, but he would defend his family with what he got.

Wolfram rode until he came unto a crossroad. There was only so far he could ride for. He had to take the path on foot. He had to be careful and he knew that there would be soldiers scouting the area.

"Sir?"
Wolfram snapped out of his thoughts and turned to look at his men.

"We will have to separate here." Wolfram, stated, causing his men to protest. He looked at them, five of them had come with him.

"I will go on foot from here on and into the forest. You five will ride on. They want me, not you five. You will ride until you get to my brothers. I will meet you there." Wolfram stated, getting off his horse.

"No, sir, we can't do that. We cannot leave you to-"

"That is an order soldier. Do not make me repeat myself. You will do as I have told you. Do you have that little faith in your commander?" wolfram glared at them, causing them to wince and shake their heads.

"Good, now ride!" Wolfram ordered them, causing them to quickly ride off. Wolfram turned to his horse and sighed.

"Go be free, run to where it is that your instincts tell you." Wolfram muttered, taking off the saddle and mouthpiece. He slightly slapped the horse, causing it to rush forward down own of the paths.

Wolfram slung his bag over and entered the forest. He had to get to his brothers; they would know how to help his uncle.

Waltrana remained silent as he was thrown down to the ground.

"You put up such a marvelous fight. It is true what they say about all von Bielefelds! They are beautiful and they can fight just as well."
Waltrana didn't say anything, keeping his eyes to the ground.

"Where is your dear little nephew?" Waltrana didn't let a sound out as he was grabbed by the hair, head tilted up to look at the king.

"Don't worry, by the end, you'll be telling us everything and I do mean everything."

Waltrana was led away, but he would not break.

He was a Von Bielefeld, and he would protect his family till the end.

Yuuri was making his way back from school when he saw a figure in the trees. He froze, hearing the bushes rustle. He glanced around, before removing the blade from the inside of his boot and slowly walking over. His father had been right, this could be a spy, a soldier from the king. Was their little village in danger? Where they going to be raided?

"Hello?"

"Don't come any closer!"

Yuuri stopped in shock when he saw someone jumped out of the bushes. He couldn't see anything but bright emerald green eyes shining under the cloak. The stranger had a sword held firmly in his hands, stance defensive. Yuuri could tell that the other was just as afraid as Yuuri was.

"Hey, it is alright. I am not going to hurt you." Yuuri stated, raising his hands up before lowering his blade down. Yuuri could feel the figure eyeing him suspiciously. It was stupid to lower his weapon but Yuuri just knew he was not in any danger.

"Where am I?" the emerald eye stranger demanded.

"This is Canterbury and I am Yuuri Shibuya, who are you?" Yuuri asked, putting on his best smile to show that he meant the other no harm.

"My name….you can call me Wolf." The other muttered, lowering his sword.

"Well, Wolf! Do you need a place to stay for the night?" Yuuri asked, looking around, wondering just where Wolf had come from. Was….she or he….Yuuri couldn't quite place the stranger…..
"No, I can't, I have to keep walking, I must find my brothers." The other mumbled, sheathing his sword back into its case.

"Perhaps I can help you?" Yuuri was not sure why, but something about Wolf…..something called to him.
"No, it is too dangerous, I have stayed here long enough. I must go." Wolf looked around, before pushing past Yuuri.

"Wait, you shouldn't be out at night, there are creatures out there!" Yuuri stepped in front of Wolf, feeling himself become desperate at keeping Wolf there.

"I can take care of myself, you wimp." The other snapped at him, causing Yuuri to glare at him and cross his arms.
"I am not a wimp."

Wolf just ignored him and continued walking.
Yuuri rushed after him, falling in step with him, much to Wolf's annoyance.

"What are you doing?" he said through gritted teeth.
"I am accompanying you across my town," yuuri shrugged causing Wolf to huff, but remain silent.

Yuuri walked in silence next to Wolf, enjoying the other's presence. He was curious as to who Wolf was running from, but he knew these were dangerous times. He didn't even know if Wolf was a good person or a spy. Yuuri was just too trusting, they told him that all the time.

"You are too trusting Yuuri Shibuya. But I thank you." Wolf muttered, stopping right at the edge of the town. There was a road into the forest, that people hardly took anymore, since it was being guarded by some evil creatures.

"I don't think this is a good idea Wolf, I am telling you that perhaps-"
"My brothers are on the other side of this forest, I have to get to them." Wolf stated determinedly, before turning to look at Yuuri.

"Do not worry about me wimp, I shall be fine…..but thank you."
Yuuri was surprised when Wolf offered him a pendant; it was a chain with a beautiful blue crystal hanging from it.

"This was given to me, by my brothers. May you keep it safe." With that said, Wolf rushed into the forest. Yuuri looked down at the pendant in his hand, surprised at seeing it begin to glow. He looked back up and wondered if he would see Wolf again.

"I have a job for you Yozak, and no protesting."
Yozak knew he was not going to like this, but he nodded along.

"I need you to go and find von Bielefeld. He is out in the woods."
Yozak jumped off from the bed and glared at his master.

"But I cannot leave you unprotected!" Yozak hissed out, tail swishing angrily behind him.

"That is an order Yozak, you must do this."
Yozak's ear flatten against his head, clearly not happy with his orders, but he had to follow orders. He huffed and trotted over to the window, before jumping onto the ledge.

"I'll hurry." Yozak stated, looking back at his master.

The black haired Sage just smiled and waved him off. Yozak jumped out of the window and rushed into the forest.

To be Continued