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Summary: She saved him from death, that had to be a sign. Sure, he was now a slave, but he still had a chance as long as he was alive. That wasn't the point. If she gave him the chance to live then she still has the heart she claimed she had lost. Maybe, while he saved the people from Lokar's grip, he could save the girl he would always love. Maybe she could find the same path she had strayed from so long ago. But how do you save somehow who doesn't want to be saved? Who is to afraid to be saved.

Notes: My stories Demon and Same Path are connected to this story. Demon is the prologue to this story and Same Path is in between these two. It can be read alone, mind you.

Rating: T (mostly for safety, see warnings below for more info.)

Warnings: Spoilers; mild language; blood, slavery (and we know what comes with that, though I will try to avoid as much gore and violence without ruining the plot.)

Characters: Maya; Ky; Lokar; Boomer; Zair; members of all teams, Battacor, Radikor, Imperiaz; Connor; Boaddai; OC's

Genre: Romance, friendship, action/adventure, suspense, a little angst

Disclaimer: The cover for this fanfic does not belong to me, obviously. It's part of the show. I will only say this once throughout the story (unless I get paranoid); I do NOT own Redakai: Conquer the Kairu and I never will. This story is purely fanmade and nothing, but the occasional OC, belongs to me.

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One by one, maids knelt down as their princess walked down the cold, stone hallway. She was walking quickly, causing her black laced dress to swoosh around her tanned ankles. Her head was held high and her purple eyes twinkled when she finally reached the steel door that was in between the throne room and herself. With one last thick sigh, she signalled for the masked soldier to open up the only colourful room, other than her own chambers, in the entire castle.

Ignoring the awestruck mumbles, she continued her speedy travelling down the red carpet. The boys, who were forced on their knees by guards, looked up at her beneath their bruises and gulped as the black hem of her dress skimmed one of their arms. She knelt right in front of the boys. "Grandfather, I apologize for being late. I had important matters to attend to with the Americans and the meeting lasted longer than expected," she apologized.

A deep voice was cleared before he said, "it is fine, granddaughter. Rise and take a seat next to me." The bluette stood up and after walking up a few carpeted steps, sat down on a replica of the bigger throne next to her. As soon as she did, the grey man next to her stood up. "We are here to send judgement on these man: Boaddai, Connor Stax, Ky Stax and Boomer," he said while motioning to the four men in front of him. "Their crimes are punishable by death, my subjects. Their offence is simple but horrid! Before I tell you what they have done, remember that they showed no mercy as they tried to destroy our empire. They showed no mercy as they took advantage of your princess! My subjects, these four men appear to be just like you; they claim they want peace and freedom. What have I not done to achieve this and thus, your loyalty? These four men were on trial many years passed and we gave them another chance. Fortunately, my granddaughter learned of their plains before they could ruin all we have worked for.

(A/N: For those who don't know, when there isn't a finishing quotation but there is more dialogue in another paragraph that does happen to start with a quotation mark than it is the same speaker. It just helps break up the big paragraphs)

"These four men are charged for treason against the kingdom and for abusing our princess, both emotionally and physically. The very princess who has taken the personal role on to take care of you all, through sickness and health. The very princess who we have to thank for creating this wonderful world we have come to love. They showed no guilt as they raped and beat her, but she continued to remain strong. Do as you like in your voting. I will not control your decisions. I simply ask for the justice to be served and I need your help, my friends. Remember the horror you felt as you heard these stories," he finished.

"He's lying, don't you understand? Lokar is lying to all! Your so called 'Savior' is just a manipulating liar. We never touched Maya," Ky yelled. He tried to get up, but the guards rushed down the steps and pushed him back to his knees before returning to their spot next to the three thrones.

"Even now he is trying to overthrow this kingdom we have fought so hard to keep from our neighbours. I have been honest to you for as long as ever, I would not begin to do so, especially at such a crucial moment in our kingdom," Lokar continued. "He is a traitor and he is the liar, not I. Without further conflict, please make your decision so justice can return to Kairu*!"

Mumbling slowly got louder as it filled the room. Maya stared at the large room rather nonchalantly while Lokar had to hide his grin behind his grey hand. Ky continued to seethe in anger and his fist trembled in rage. He tried to catch Maya's eye, but she was too busy looking ahead at nothing. After no time at all, the last hand cast in their vote. In the same amount of time, Lokar stood up from throne once again and addressed the crowd, a sinister smile growing against his features.

"People of Kairu! My subjects! My friends. These four men; Boaddai, Connor, Ky and Boomer, have been found-" Ky's fist tightened and his eyes were closed tightly, waiting for the forbidden answer. "-guilty. Their sentences will be death. You are all invited to join me and my granddaughter in two mornings from today to witness their burning at a stake." Ky's eyes widened at the response and he let his body collapse to the hard, cold ground, despite the carpet blanketing the tiles, under his weak arms. He didn't cry, but; instead, felt a sort of weight lift from his shoulder.

"But grandfather," Maya suddenly interrupted calmly. Before continuing, she stood up and brushed her black skirt; as if she had been sitting there for years and had collected dust. "Don't you believe death is too kind?" She slowly descended the steps until she was in front of the black haired boy. "They put us all through years of pain and they will get the quick way out? I will admit to you, my friends. I was once an accomplice of these four men. One was even my lover." A loud gasp echoed in the high ceiling room. Boaddai and Connor looked at Ky and Boomer fiercely.

"I was blinding by being raised by Boaddai, but when I discovered that I was Lord Lokar's granddaughter, I saw the light. I had another place to go; I was no longer stuck. I kept this a secret for years, too ashamed of my past actions. You are all my trusted friends and I believe it is time I was honest and face my past by telling you all this. Death is too kind. We must punish them for everything they have done to us." Tears started to clump to her eyelashes and, like a waterfall, lowered down her cheek to her chin. "Death is too simple," she repeated. "Too easy. Let them suffer as we have suffered. We can not let them take the easy way out and haunt us for eternity!"

As Maya finished her speech, the room erupted with cheers and chants. Maya smiled at her grandfather, who smirked back. Kneeling on one knee, Maya grabbed Ky's chin and forced him to face her. "I hope you enjoy Hell," she said sinisterly before gently brushing her lips against his. In one quick motion, Maya was pulled up by her wrist and a loud slap echoed through the hall. Everything was quiet. No one moved. No one exhaled. Maya slowly raised her hand to lip. Blood. It dribbled down her plump lips and flowed down her chin. Drip. Drip. Ky stared at the new marks that stood out against the lighter red carpet.

"I-I'm sorry grandfather. I only did it so he would remember what he has lost," Maya stuttered hesitantly, still stuck in a daze. Lokar nodded but made no sign of apology.

"Take them away!" he ordered. A new set of guards marched from behind the prisoners and grabbed them from their elbows and, before letting them stand up, dragged them behind them. "Maya, I would like it if you would prepare for our dinner now. Make sure everyone will be in the dinning hall by eight." Maya curtsied and left right behind the guards. As the door was just about to close, they heard Lokar say, "the youngest of our prisoners will serve as slaves in our kingdom as their elders rot in the dungeons. Let this be a warning to all traitors and those who oppose Kairu." The loud cheer was cut off as the monstrous doors slammed shut.

*Because I am soooooo creative, I decided to name Lokar's kingdom/country/location that he owns...Kairu. So when Kairu is spelt with a capital K, then it is the place. When kairu is spelt with a lower case k, then it is the weird energy stuff I don't even try to pretend to understand. Got it? No? Not my problem any more XD

I really hope you like this chapter and I would really appreciate it if would leave behind a review. I also would LOVE if you continued to read this story. I promise, it will get better. Hopefully I can update soon, but with my exams continuing this week, I might not be able to next week. Thank you for reading. PLEASE REVIEW!

Ky: I seriously do not know who's worst; you or Lokar.

Maya: That is a tough one.

Me: Comparing me to your enemy? Whoa...that is so cool. Thanks.

Maya: As I said, that's a tough one.

Me: Well, take you time with it. You have this entire story to make you decision.

Ky: Wait...there's more? I thought you were just making one-shots!
Me: Well, I was planning on just writing one-shots for a while until I had time, but I already promised it. And I love torturing you all...I mean, I love writing this story and want others to enjoy reading it.

Ky: Th-there's more? N-no. This cannot be happening. *starts hyperventilating*

Maya: It's okay Ky, we can get through this, just like all the other stories.

Me: If he wasn't hyperventilating this would be a perfect photo of you two. Guess I have this ENTIRE story to get a perfect shot.

*Ky passes out*

Me: HAHAHAHAHAHA! Did you see that? That was soooooo funny.

Maya: Ky, Ky! Wake up you idiot! Don't leave me alone with this insane monster!

Me: *hug them both at the same time* I love you guys!