So, recently I have been completely obsessed with Tales of Xillia, mainly the sequel. I cannot seem to get myself away from playing that amazing game. In about my fifth playthrough of it, my mind began to wander and I started contemplating my own version of it. Well, here's the beginning of it. I already have a lot more in my head, I just wanted to get the beginning/intro out of the way. I haven't written in a few years so I feel kind of rusty. I hope you guys like it! :)

Helioborg Research Station – Entrance

Crowds of reporters pushed against each other as they attempted to be the first to have the initial glimpse of spyrites. A mere rope was the only barrier separating them them and their scoop. On the other side were a dozen hospital patients, sitting on a couple benches. Despite the grand number of people in the front square, not a sound was heard besides the shuffle of feet. As soon as the door opened however, the silence completely vanished. As multiple small creatures walked through the door, voices erupted. The glowing animals didn't seem to take notice whatsoever as they each went to a specific patient. Following the last spyrite, their creator Jude Mathis, entered the spotlight. The instant he showed himself, the reporters went crazy. Each of them wanted their own questioned answer and no one was willing to wait for the other.

Grouped up behind the chaos were the true supporters of the doctor. Truly happy to see their ally and friend succeed were Alvin, Elize, Elle, and Leia. Not a word traded between them as the watched Jude doing his best to answer all the questions he could. A few minutes after the reveal, fellow doctors left the building and assisted in answering questions including Balan and Mary.

"They're so cute!" Elize exclaimed as he eyes twinkled.

"I know! Right?" Leia chimed in.

"Totally!" Elle added.

Alvin gave a side glace at Leia as he commented, "I'm surprised you're not fighting to ask Jude questions."

"Oh, I already did," she answered, not taking her eyes off her childhood friend. "I got an early look in yesterday and already gave my editor the article."

"Well, look at you thinking ahead for once."

"Hey! What's that supposed to mean?" she asked, glaring up at him.

He grinned and patted her on the back, "good job."

Not expecting the praise, she couldn't help but stutter, "th-thanks."

"Good way to find a way to be alone with him," he said as his grin grew.

"Hey!" she yelled at him as her cheeks flared. "Had nothing to do with that!"

He checked his watch while laughing at her. Realizing what time it was he stood up strait saying, "I gotta go meet with Yurgen soon."

"Then get out of here already," she said as she turned her back to him with her arms crossed.

"Heh, see ya later," he said waving his arm as he left the center.

"Just ignore him Leia, some people will never change," Elize consoled her.

"Yeah..." After a sigh she looked back at Jude saying, "I can't believe it's already been six months."

"Yeah..."

"Oh! That one's so cute! What do you think Rollo?" Elle questioned the cat as she picked him up.

"How has she been doing?" Leia asked quietly.

"She's been doing a lot better recently. Going to school is helping her. Though I can tell she still really misses him..."

"Yeah... I don't know if that'll ever go away."

"Hey," Elle spoke up, looking over at the two.

"Yeah? What is it Elle?" Elize answered.

"There's something going on with Balan," she said as she pointed over to him.

The three looked over at him curiously. He turned his back to the reporters so they wouldn't pay mind to him but the girls could still see that he was on his GHS. He seemed very concerned about whatever was going on at the other end. Just a few seconds after watching him, his eyes widened and instantly looked over at Jude. The young doctor had completed his announcement as was answering miniscule questions at this point so Balan had no problem going right up to him. Just after telling him something, Jude became just as shocked. He went over to Mary. As soon as she nodded, the two ducked underneath the rope barrier and hastily fled the center completely ignoring the females.

"What was that about?" Leia asked, looking in the direction of the exit.

"I have no idea," Elize answered.

"Well since they left can we leave too, Rollo and I are starving," Elle said.

"Meow!" Rollo added.

"I guess..."

"Let's go Leia, you know that if he really does need our help he'll call," Elize said trying to cheer her up.

Trigleph Port – Inn – Lobby

"Man, that hit the spot!" Leia cheered as she finished her juice.

"Right? I didn't realize I was so hungry," Elize happily spoke.

"It was okay," Elle calmly said.

"Elle..."

Before the conversation became darker, Leia's GHS began to ring. She answered as soon as she could seeing that it was Jude calling her. What she didn't expect however, was that he was asking for some clothing. Despite being confused and not getting many details, she agreed. She invited Elize and Elle to go with her but they had to get ready for school next day. Since Leia had spare clothing with her already in her bag she made her way back to her destination.

Trigleph – Rodo Apartments – 2F – Balan's Room

Leia knocked on the door, eager to find out what has been going on since the call Balan got at the demonstration. Jude opened the door right away to let her in. She handed him the clothing and he took them with an empty smile. Before she could question just what was going on she took notice to Balan working on something. As she approached, she couldn't help but notice rags soaked in a red liquid. Concerned, she turned the corner to fully see what was going on. Balan was attempting to clean blood off a figure she's never seen before. She glanced back at Jude's sullen expression. Once he noticed her gaze he let out a heavy sigh. He then attempted to explain the situation to her, but his jaw wouldn't budge. Instead, he looked back at the still form. Once Balan was finished cleaning all he could, he stood up straight and looked over at Leia.

"Is it possible for you to change this woman's clothing for us. It'll be inappropriate for either of us to do it," Balan requested.

"Sure thing..." she responded in a soft voice.

Jude nodded as a thanks and handed the clothes back to her. She nodded in return and grabbed them. As soon as she did, the two walked passed her and left the apartment. Feeling uncertain, Leia just stared a her for a moment. Her clothing was soaked in blood. Her face and hands were only clean thanks to Balan. Leia would have sworn that she was unconscious if it wasn't for her sitting up and her eyes wide open. However, she had yet to see her blink once. She attempted to introduce herself to the unfamiliar girl, do anything to get a reaction. There was no reaction to have. If it wasn't for Balan and Jude, she wouldn't even attempt what they're asking her to do. But because of them, slowly and cautiously, she was able to change out the dirty clothing for some fresh ones. As soon as she finished, she opened the door to let the men in. She was really beginning to get freaked out without them. The two thanked her as they reentered the room. The two walked up to the motionless girl, who was now lying down because it was too difficult to change her clothes otherwise.

"What is going on guys?" Leia asked, overly curious.

"I'm sorry Leia, but I really don't want to explain right now," Jude told her, as he picked the girl up so that he could carry her on his back. "I promise I'll tell you soon okay?"

"O-okay..."

Balan rested his hand on her head explaining, "we'll be bringing her to Helioborg. If you're still interested in the story, come by tomorrow."

"Got it."

"Hey Leia," Jude spoke softly.

"Yeah?" she asked back, looking in his direction.

He gave her a small smile saying, "thanks for your help."

She couldn't help but smile back as she told him, "any time."