Crystalmaiden: Well, here's chapter 2.
Blair: Well, that's fast.
Anna: That's because she wrote this story a year ago.
Blair: Oh, that makes sense.
Crystalmaiden: Yep, that's why chapter 2 is up so fast.
Anna: Anyway, time for the disclaimers.
Disclaimers: I don't own anything from Kingdom Hearts, all I own is Anna and please don't flame. Again, if you don't like it you don't have to read it.
Chapter 2: The Land of Departure
Okay, I was compelled to think this was all just a weird dream caused from playing Kingdom Hearts too much. Still, the characters around me were so real it's creepy. Looking at them like this however, made me think of how much they were similar to Sora, Kairi, and Riku who would replace them as the main characters in the first original game for Kingdom Hearts. Ventus's facial expressions looked so much like Sora's as well as the aura of innocence; guess that's why Ven chose Sora in the end.
Terra's eyes looked a lot like Riku's but it wasn't so much the same to make me have a crush on him like with Riku. It's sad, what fate has in store for Terra; he's a good guy but it's seriously sad. And Aqua, seemed a bit like Kairi but not much really. They both care for those close to them but Kairi is more laid back. That's why I like Kairi and support the pairing between her and Sora.
"Hey, are you okay?" I blinked and looked to the three friends who looked very concerned.
"Yeah, thanks for asking. My name is Anna by the way." I said sitting up.
"I'm Ventus but call me Ven. Nice to meet you."
"My name's Terra."
"And I'm Aqua." I couldn't help but giggle; they were some of my favorite people since they help create Sora, Riku, and Kairi characters. It was only then that I got a chance to notice myself. I felt normal but I didn't look normal; some how my clothes changed. Instead of wearing the light brown pants and long white t-shirt, I'm wearing light brown shorts, a yellow and pink sweater with stars as the little plastic end of the strings (I think its called an aglet), a white undershirt, a blue and white ribbon belt, and a pair of white sneakers. This was very odd because I don't have clothes like these at home and the fact I wasn't wearing any shoes before I came here. Even my hair was shorter than it usually is but I really like it. On top of that, my vision was a lot better and I couldn't see my glasses anywhere; I don't go anywhere without them.
"How did I end up in these clothes?"
"What do you mean? We found you in them." Ventus said as I looked up at him.
"How did you get here?" Aqua asked both concerned and serious.
"I'm not sure, one minute I'm in my parent's bedroom, another my house was engulfed in a storm, and now I'm here." I said with a shrug, I'm not going to tell them the whole story. I don't know if they have crazy houses in this dimension but I don't want to end up there. Just then a man came in through the door and I recognized him at once, it was Master Eraqus.
"I see our guest is awake." He said coming to stand at my bedside. "I trust you're feeling well."
"Yes, and thank you for watching more me." I said to the three friends.
"Terra, Ventus, Aqua; please leave so I can talk to her about her keyblade." They nodded and left but Ventus looked a little worried. Was Master Eraqus going to hurt me? I looked at him a little worried as he gave a chuckle, taking a seat at the end of my bed. "Don't worry, I don't intend on hurting you. In fact, I'd like to help you."
"How so, do you know how I can get back to my home world?" I asked shocked but he shook his head.
"I'm afraid you won't be able to get home until you finish your first task."
"Task?" Master Eraqus just smiled at my confusion. "Please tell me your name."
"It's Anna and I already know who you are sir."
"Yes, I know that." Master Eraqus said as I raised an eyebrow. Just how did he know that? "Anna, you're what is called a Destiny Keeper. They keep guard of the fates of people who have an impact on the future. I'm guessing you know what'll happen next." I nodded, looking down at my lap. I'm not sure if I should tell him about this world being a video game where I'm from. Still, he is a Keyblade Master so he should have the right to know at least a bit of what I know.
"Master Eraqus, I know this might be hard to accept but where I'm from what's going to happen is in a game. That's why I know what'll happen next; I have and played all the games." To my surprise he didn't look angered; he just looked at me with a smile.
"That's good then, it would have been bad to have a Destiny Keeper who didn't know what's in store."
"But how did you even know I was a Destiny Keeper anyway?"
"The Lunar Wish Keyblade," Master Eraqus said as I looked down at my blue Keyblade in my hand, "there is only one Destiny Keeper and only one type of keyblade fit for sure a person. The Lunar Wish is, in fact, a heart that guides the Destiny Keeper to this universe to help fate in the right path."
"So I have to keep the fate of the universe in check?" I asked shocked at how much I had to do. If things were the way there were in the game, I've got my work cut out for me. "I guess I can do it but I'm not a fighter. I know a little bit but I'll be monster bait if I go right now." Master Eraqus smiled as he got up from the bed.
"Then you can be one of my students, I'm sure they'll help you but you must not tell them what you are yet." Master Eraqus said walking over to the door. "It'll cause too many problems what with the Mark of Mastery exam coming up. You can tell them when you think the time is right after that."
"Okay, thank you Master Eraqus." I said getting out of bed.
"I'll inform my students about the new arrangement, you can explore the castle grounds if you'd like." I nodded as he left and I held Lunar Wish in front of me. So Lunar is the keyblade I'm using, at least Lunar can help me when I need it; at least I think it will. I left the castle and walked out to the training grounds and to the summit; taking in everything around me. It seemed so amazing and way better than what I saw on the game. But then again I only saw it through a little screen on my PSP.
"Anna!" I turned to see Ventus running over to me. "Where have you been? Terra, Aqua, and I have been looking all over for you."
"Sorry, I was just exploring the grounds." I said looking to the horizon. "You've got a very nice place here, it's so open."
"Yeah, we like it here too." Ven said as I turned to him. "Anyway, we're going to help you train. Since you're new you're just like me."
"No way, you've been here longer than me, that makes you my sempai." I said as Ven looked confused.
"Sempai?"
"It means senior, you're a higher rank than I am." I said rubbing the back of my head. Great, now my anime nerd side is coming out. Still, Ven looked interested and took my hand.
"We can talk about that later, we've got training to do."
"Okay." I let Ven take me to the training ground where Terra and Aqua were waiting.
"Anna, there you are." Aqua said as she and Terra turned to us. "Guess you're getting use to this place."
"Yep, it's really beautiful." I said with a nod. "There aren't places like this where I'm from."
"Anyway, we're here to test Anna's ability to fight." Terra said summoning his keyblade. "Wanna spar?"
"Sure but don't go easy on me just because I'm new here." I said, summoning Lunar Wish to my hand. We both took out fighting stands and the fight began with Terra charging at me like a lion. With a quick jump, I got out of the way and got a few good strikes before moving out of the way of another assault from my opponent.
"Come on, Anna. You can't keep dodging."
"I know that." I said dodging another attack. I'm not sure how long we were fighting but without much experience, I lost pretty easily.
"You're not half bad." Terra said smiling at me as Aqua and Ven stared at him.
"Don't worry, Anna. You'll get better in time."
"You can train with me if you want extra practice." I couldn't help but smile. They really seem to be very close and they're letting me in. It's so hard to believe that their friendship nearly shattered by Master Xehanort. Still, I'm a part of this whole thing now so I'm going to enjoy this while I can.
I spent two weeks with my new friends. In truth, the Land of Departure became my second home with a brand new family. Terra is like an older brother and he helps me with my fighting form and we practice a lot but I'm still not physically strong. Aqua is the older sister I never had and always gives me advice when I need it. She also helped me learn some magic. I'm really got into magic thanks to her and I'm better at it. Ventus and I are really close now, we always hanged out together but we don't have anything other than a brother and sister relationship, which I'm okay with. He always asks questions about my world and I don't mind telling him some of the facts since he's never left the Land of Departure. It's actually fun to see his expression on his face. I even got a necklace from Master Eraqus that had the symbol that the others have as well as a armor activator pad for my left shoulder and one of those chest straps but mines yellow. I almost forgot about what'll happen in the future but I was reminded when my blonde friends shook me awake one night.
"Come on Anna, wake up." I groaned and looked to see Ven looking excited.
"Ven, what are you doing up this late. Terra and Aqua's mark of mastery exam is tomorrow."
"I know, but there's a meteor shower going on." I wanted to go back to sleep, nearly did if Ven hadn't yanked my blanket off me. "Come on, Anna; wake up."
"Alright, I'm up." I yawned, getting up and following Ven at a jog all the way to the summit. When we finally got there, we looked up at the sky and sat down to enjoy the meteor shower. "You know Ven, this is the first time I've seen a meteor shower." I turned to look at him but noticed he was asleep on the ground. I shook my head and shook his shoulder gently. "Ven, it's time to wake up, you lazy-bum."
"What?" He answered groggily as he sat up. "Why'd you wake me up?"
"Because you woke me up." I said with a smile as Ven gave a yawn and lay back down on the grass, only to see Aqua looking down at him. "Whoa!" He yelled, jumping slightly when he saw her. Turning to her, Aqua chuckled a bit and I just laughed. "Give me a break Aqua."
"Ven, Anna, you hopeless sleepy heads. You know you should've at least brought a blanket." Aqua scolded but I smile a bit. She's always so caring and reliable.
"But did I dream that place up?" Ven asked looking at the ground. "It really felt like I'd been there before, looking up at the stars." Aqua just rubbed his head, getting his attention.
"'Cept you've always lived here with us."
"And I wouldn't know since I just arrived only a little while ago." I lied with a shrug as Ven laughed. I still can't tell them yet. I feel really bad that I can't tell my friends the truth. I wonder if Ventus will hate more for keeping the truth from him.
"Yeah, I know." Ven said as we got up to sit on the ledge to star gaze. "Hey, Aqua, Anna?"
"Huh?"
"Y'ever ever wonder what stars are? Where light comes from?" Ven asked and I looked to Aqua too.
"Hm. . .Well they say. . ."
"That every star up there is another world." We turned to see Terra behind us.
"Terra."
"Hey, I didn't think you'd come star gazing too." I said as he smiled at me. "But really, are there that many worlds?"
"Yep, hard to believe there are so many worlds out there beside our own and yours, Anna." Terra said walking up to us. "The light is their hearts, and its shines like a million lanterns."
"Nice choice of words, ever consider being a poet?"
"Hey, what's that's supposed to mean?" Terra argued and I laughed. If only things could be different, I'd be planning Terra and Aqua's wedding.
"What? I don't get it." Ven said looking confused.
"You mean about the stars or the fact that Terra here can be a famous poet?"
"The stars, I don't get it at all."
"In other words, they're just like you and Anna, Ven." Terra said putting it simply. I didn't get how this pertained to me but I'll let it slide for now.
"What's that supposed to mean?" Ventus said, getting up to get in front of Terra.
"You'll find out someday, I'm sure."
"I wanna know now."
"You're too young to know now."
"Quit treating me like a kid." Aqua and I looked at each other and laughed; well I laughed, Aqua just chuckled. "Hey what are you two laughing at?"
"We can't help it; you two would make the weirdest brothers." Aqua said as I nodded, wiping a tear from my eye, still laughing at the confused looks on the boys faces. They soon got it and we were laughing without a care but returned to star gazing.
Living in the city, I don't get to see many stars thanks to the lights from the city so I feel happy just looking up at the sky and being welcomed by the tiny dots of light that are really stars and not random satellites or planes. "Oh yeah, Terra, you and I have our mark of mastery exams tomorrow." She got off her seat and reached for something in her back pocket. "I made us good luck charms." She threw an orange charm to Terra, a green one to Ven, and a pink one to me. I wasn't expecting a charm for me seeing as I've only known them for such a short time but it was very nice. Then again, the charms were supposed to symbolize their elements as well as the princesses they first meet when they go out on their journey. So that must mean that I'm fated to meet all the princesses because in the stage of awakening, the pink stain glass means the other three princesses of heart in the original Kingdom Hearts game but are not identified.
"We get one too?"
"Of course; one for each of us." Aqua said, holding up her blue charm.
"Yeah."
"Thanks a bunch, Aqua." I said as we held our charms, the only difference between ours was the colors but it was nice.
"Somewhere out there, there's this tree with star shaped fruit, and the fruit represents an unbreakable connection. So as long as you and your friends carry good luck charms shaped like it, nothing can ever drive you apart. You'll always find your way back to each other."
"But aren't those charms made with a certain type of sea shell?" I asked folding my arms, tilting my head as Aqua turned to me.
"Well yes, but I did the best with what I had."
"Yeah you're right, these look amazing. Thanks again Aqua." I said, looking at my charm in my hands.
"Man, sometimes you are such a girl."
"Hey, what do you mean 'sometimes'?" Aqua countered, a little offended by this.
"My advice Terra," I said looking to him, nudging his stomach slightly, "if you're looking for a girlfriend, don't insult her. It doesn't help much."
"Hey, what's that supposed to mean?" Terra gasped with a slight blush to his face as Aqua laughed but Ventus still looked troubled. Poor boy never got the birds and the bees talk.
"So this isn't a real good luck charm?"
"Well, that's yet to be seen." Aqua said, walking back to the group. "But I did work a little magic on it."
"Really, what?"
"Isn't it obvious Ven?" I said as I held out my charm. "An unbreakable connection." We returned to our star gazing but we knew that we'd have to go to bed soon. I wish this night could last forever and I'm sure if the others knew what I know they'd think the same thing.
"Hey we're gonna head back." Ven and I turned to see Terra and Aqua walking away.
"Okay, you coming, Anna?"
"I'm just gonna stay behind for a bit."
"Okay but just don't stay late." I nodded and I watched Ven and Terra walking away with Aqua lagging behind a bit. I looked up at the sky to see one last shooting star.
"We'll always be together, right?" I looked to the charm in my hand hoping Lunar would answer me. But she didn't but I remembered a line from the games. "Our hearts are connected."
"Anna!" I turned to see Aqua walking up to me, holding her charm. "We need to be heading back."
"Okay!" I ran after Aqua, to go back to the castle for the night.
'That'll be the last night we ever spent beneath the same stars.'
I was so nervous that I didn't get any sleep last night. The prospect of the big adventure beginning and what'll happen really got to me now that it's coming. So by the next morning, I was running on adrenalin alone. The first to notice was Aqua who looked worried the moment she saw my eyes. "Anna, what happened to your eyes? Did you get any sleep last night?"
"Sorry, I couldn't sleep at all last night." I said with a yawn, rubbing my eyes in hope of getting the sleep out of my eyes with no success.
"Really Anna, are you going to be okay during the exam?"
"I'll be fine, just get me some juice and I'll be fine. I'll take a nap later."
"Okay, but if you feel ill just tell me." I nodded as we went to breakfast where Terra and Ventus started their rants about my health after finding out I couldn't sleep last night.
"Have you tried counting sheep?"
"Yes and that did get me to sleep for an hour till I woke up again." I said, taking a sip of orange juice.
"Hopefully, that won't happen to you when you take your mark of mastery exam." Terra said as I nodded, knowing deep down that will never happen any time soon. After finishing our breakfast, we went to the training room where Master Eraqus and Master Xehanort were waiting. Okay, I know I hate the old guy but I have to call him that because if I didn't. If I talk to anyone who knows Xehanort when he is an apprentice of Ansem, no one here won't understand who I'm talking about because he keeps his name (on top of that's it's a bit disrespectful but he doesn't really deserve it). I stood next to Ven against the wall while Aqua and Terra stood in front of the masters. True, I know what's going to happen but I still try to hope that Terra may become a master and things change.
Suddenly, a chill ran down my spine and it wasn't a good thing when it's followed by my eyebrow twitch of danger. Still, I knew that what ever caused both body reactions was close; very, very close. I looked at the front of the room and I wished I didn't when I looked into a pair yellow eyes. Master Xehanort was staring at me with a grin that screamed evil. Oh, how I wish I could just scream the truth that this guy was an evil man that makes the wicked witch of the west look like Santa. I looked away, straightening up as Master Eraqus spoke.
"Today you will be examined for your mark of mastery." Master Eraqus began looking from Aqua to Terra. "Not one but two of the keyblade's chosen stand here as candidates but this is neither a competition nor a battle for supremacy; not a test of will but a test of heart. Both of you may prevail or neither but I am sure that our guest, Master Xehanort, did not travel all this way to see our youngest prospects in years fall short of the Mark. I trust you are ready."
"Yes." The two students said and I can tell they were ready for this test all the way. "Then let the examination begin." Master Eraqus summoned his keyblade, creating spheres of light appear and Terra and Aqua got ready to fight. But no sooner did the ball of light appeared, a black aura was added to them and I instantly looked at Master Xehanort to see his hand had moved and a smirk on his face, just like in the game. 'This is so predictable.' I thought, on the alert with Ven just as pumped up next to me. The two sprang into action but then two of the balls came at us.
"Ven, Anna!" We summoned our keyblades and slashed at the tainted balls of light before they could do anything to harm us.
"Don't worry about us, just focus on the exam!" I said getting ready to fight.
"But you guys, you're in danger here. Go wait in your rooms!" Aqua implored but there's no turning back now.
"No way, I've been looking forward to this!" Ven said looking as determined as ever. "Seeing the two of you become masters. I'm not going to miss it now!"
"He's right and there's no way I'm not seeing this." I said now really pumped up, my first real fight of the game.
"They can take care of themselves. They've been out there training just as hard as us." Terra said and Aqua finally agreed.
"Stay sharp, guys." I ran up and one ball with keyblade at the ready.
"Blizzard!" I yelled and got a direct hit at the ball, which started to move quickly. "Why'd they have to be this fast?"
"In a real battle you've got to be ready for anything!" Terra yelled running passed me to attack a light ball coming from behind. "Remember, you've got to keep on guard all the time."
"Right." I grumbled, running to attack a sphere and destroyed it with a single slash.
"Look out!" I turned and saw a sphere coming right at me but something slashed it before it could get at me. "Are you alright?" I looked to see Ventus ready and waiting.
"Yeah, thanks a million." I looked behind him to see a sphere coming at him really fast, faster than Ven could react. "Get down!" I yelled as Ven ducked. "Fire!" I aim my fire spell and it hit it dead on, disintegrating it.
"Wow," Ven gasped looking at where the sphere was then to me, "Thanks, Anna."
"You're welcome." I said slashing the last of the spheres, finishing the battle.
"Are you guys alright?" Aqua asked, coming to us as I dusted myself slightly. I swear I got ash on my clothes from making that sphere explode.
"Yeah, but you might want to focus on the exam now." I said as Aqua nodded and she and Terra returned to their post while Ven and I stood near the wall.
"That was cool, Anna. Your magic skills are better." Ven whispered as I smiled at him.
"All the extra practice with Aqua has paid off then." I said with a small wink as we stood up straight when Master Eraqus began to speak again.
"That was unexpected but one must keep a still heart even in the most trying of circumstances." Master Eraqus said looking at his two pupils. "It was an excellent test, one which I chose to let unfold, which brings us to your next trial." If Master Xehanort did the same thing during the exam then maybe nothing will change. Still I can hope, after all, its Terra's darkness that decides this and I hope he has some control over it.
Aqua moved to the other side of the room and she and Terra got into fighting positions. "Now, Terra and Aqua, the two of you will face each other in combat. Remember, there are no winners, only truths, for when equal powers clash, their nature is revealed. Begin!" I watched the fight carefully many times and I always notice that at the first time when Terra showed signs of losing, a bit of darkness appeared and judging by the gasp from Master Eraqus he noticed it too. After the fight Master Eraqus and Master Xehanort left to discus the results and I stayed in my spot next to Ven. I couldn't help but worry, I know someone is watching me but why. I thought he'd be watching Ventus so why add me to his stalker list. My thoughts were interrupted by the return of the Masters.
"We have deliberated and reached a decision." Master Eraqus said standing in front of his two older students. "Terra, Aqua, you both preformed commendably. However, only Aqua has shown the Mark of Mastery." I could see the disappointment written all over Terra's face at this news but instantly replaced it with a stern look. "Terra, you failed to keep the darkness within you sufficiently in check. But there is always next time. That is all." I felt for Terra more that I have ever done before. Maybe it's because I got to know Terra and I know that being a Keyblade Master means so much to him. "Aqua, as our newest keyblade master, you are entitled to certain knowledge. Please wait here for further instructions." He then looked to me and I instantly straitened up. "Anna, I would like to speak to you on your Mark of Mastery exam date. Please come with me."
"Wait Master, can Terra join me for the next exam?" I pleaded; Terra deserves another chance to become a master.
"It's okay Anna, I'll be fine." I looked at him; it was so sad that he was let down after working so hard.
"Terra, I'm sorry."
"It's okay, don't worry about me." Terra smiled at me but it was a sad smile.
"Come Anna, we must discuss about this matter now."
"Yes Master Eraqus." I followed Master Eraqus to the library but not before seeing Master Xehanort walking down the steps. I could almost feel his presence along with Master Xehanort and it wasn't a comforting feeling to know they were both in the same location. Still, I followed Master Eraqus to the library where he looked very serious. "Anna, I'm sure you know about what to do if I may fall into darkness; you and Aqua now have the responsibility to follow that order."
"Is that the only reason why you asked me here?" I asked, expecting more from Master Eraqus. Being the Destiny Keeper, he should have known that I knew all this before hand.
"Now that the Mark of Mastery exam has been completed, will you be informing my pupils of your secret?"
"Yes, I don't feel right about hiding this from my friends any longer." I said with a nod. I don't have to hide as much from the others anymore, I hope now the guilt will leave after I tell them a bit of the truth. "I plan to tell Ventus very soon when the time is right. As for Terra, I have a feeling someone will tell him about me but I'll still tell him when the time comes. So please, tell Aqua the truth for me."
"Good, that is all. Please stay here until I come to get you." I nodded and Master Eraqus left the room to speak to Aqua about being a Master. I feel so bad right now, Terra put everything into becoming a master and he was just turned down.
"How does it feel to have the whole universe at your finger tips but being unable to do anything to change things?" I jumped and turned to see Vanitas, mask and all, leaning against a near by desk.
"What are you doing here, Vanitas?"
"Hm, guess the master was right after all." Vanitas mused as he walked to stand in front of me. "Guess you already know that your friends will leave you behind after this."
"Like I'd believe you, I can see them anytime I want." I said folding my arms, my Wayfinder firmly sat in the pocket of my shorts. "Beside, we're connected and there's nothing you can do to break that up."
"That's cute but do you really think that?" Vanitas said walking pass me and it's clear he was mocking me. "As long as you stay here you'll never be able to see the world around you or the truth like you want to."
"And why are you telling me this anyway?" I asked turning as he turned to look at me as a portal to darkness appeared behind him.
"With you here, there are some last minute preparations made especially for you." The mask guy said before disappearing into the darkness. This made me think very carefully, what are Master Xehanort and Vanitas planning? Suddenly, a loud bell rang through the whole castle, most defiantly not a good sign. Thinking quickly, I ran out the door and ran to Aqua as Terra joined us while Master Eraqus went behind the thrones to a glowing light I knew was the keyhole to the Land of Departure.
"Terra, Aqua, what's going on?" I asked as the two looked at me. Terra looking just as confused as I was but Aqua had a knowing look in her eyes; at least she knows the truth.
"I don't know." Aqua said looking to Master Eraqus. "Why isn't Ven here?" I gave a shrug but when Terra turned away I nodded to Aqua letting her know Ven was okay.
"Very well, I will send my pupils to investigate." Master Eraqus said to someone we couldn't hear. "Yes, I understand, farewell." He turned to us and we stood up straight as we walked up to us. "That was my dear friend Yen Sid. As you know, he is Master no more but he still keeps a close eye on the tides of light and darkness. His counsel serves as signposts on the road we wielders of the Keyblade must walk. All the more reason, the, for concern for he tells me the princesses of heart are in danger. Not only from the forces of darkness, as you may assume but also fro a new threat; one that feeds on negativity. Fledgling emotions that have taken monster form. Yen Sid calls them the 'Unversed'." He looked to the three of us with an air so serious I didn't dare say anything to interrupt his monologue. "As wielders of the Keyblade, you are tasked with striking down anyone who would upset the balance of light and darkness; the Unversed are no exception.
"I tired to pass this news onto Master Xehanort but my repeated attempts to reach him have failed. I doubt there is any connection, and yet this all troubles me."
"Master Xehanort is gone?" Terra asked looking a little worried but looked back up at his master who continued speaking.
"So here we are, I need the three of you to get the situation under control. Eliminate the Unversed and find Master Xehanort. I have unlocked the Lanes Between, you may use these forbidden pathways to travel between this world and countless others. The darkness looms closer than usual within these spaces, but your armor will protect you. Lastly, remember that order must be kept. You cannot tell anyone there are other worlds. Now go and fulfill your duty."
"Yes Master." I couldn't take it anymore; I have to ask this question for Ventus's sake.
"Master Eraqus, you said 'the three of us', what about Ventus? He has every right to be a part of this mission just like us."
"Ventus is not ready to leave this world just yet and if you wish to you may stay here and train for your Mark of Mastery exam as well, Anna, then you may stay too." Master Eraqus said but I look at my feet. Of course he wouldn't let him go, not with Master Xehanort out there.
"I'm going to find Ven." I said and ran out to find Ventus before anyone could stop me. I know the Master has Ven's best interest at heart but he's not a bird to be locked in a cage. I just got to the door and closed it behind me when I heard someone call my name.
"Anna!" I turned to see Ven running up to me. "Anna, I'm glad your still here."
"What, of course I'll be here." I said folding my arms, since when does Ven worry about stuff like this. "What, you'd think I'd leave you?"
"It's just I heard that I might never see you or Terra again."
"Ven." I smiled and held out my pinky. "Let's make a pinky promise; we'll always be a team even if we get separated." Ventus looked a little happier at this and linked pinkies with me.
"Yeah, we're a team."
"Right, now you want to fine Terra?" I asked as we unhooked out fingers.
"Yeah, where is he?"
"I think he's about to leave for a mission. That's why I went to look for you."
"I have to see him, I need to make sure he's okay." I nodded and opened the door for him.
"I'll come with you then, I need to leave too."
"Anna." He looked a little sad but I winked.
"Just because Master Eraqus said you can't go on your own, doesn't mean you can't follow me. We just can't let him find out." The look on Ventus's practically shined like a star at this before nodding and running off with me behind him. We soon made it outside to see Terra was already there.
"Terra!"
"Hey, wait up Terra!" I yelled, running after him but a little more controlled while Ven nearly tripped.
"I. . ." Ven stammered looking up at his best friend who patted his head.
"It's okay." Terra said, smiling at him before transforming into his armor by patting the pad on his shoulder that all the students had and flew off with his Keyblade turned glider.
"Are you sure you want to follow him, Ven?" I asked turning to him.
"Yeah, I need to find him before its too late."
"Then let's get suited up." I said touching my shoulder pad and got into white body armor. Ven nodded and got his armor on, looking amazed at what he had just done. For some reason my armor was different than the color of my wayfinder. Unlike Ven and the others, their armors were similar to the color of their wayfinders. My armor, however, is white while my wayfinder is pink. 'Maybe it's because I represent the light more than Ven.' I thought looking at my armor is amazement.
"Anna, are you okay?" Ven asked as I looked to him. I forgot he was with me and didn't know what I was so confused about. I'll have to tell him the truth as soon as we head to our first world.
"It's nothing, let's get going." I said and Ven nodded. We then threw our keyblades into the air and they turned into gliders, Ven's looking like a hover board while mine looked like a wind suffering board with silver sails. "Let's go!" I yelled as we jumped onto our gliders and we flew off after Terra but not before hearing someone call our names.
"Wait, Ven Anna!" I turned to see Aqua and Master Eraqus standing below us, watching us fly away. 'Sorry Aqua but I need to stay with Ven and make sure he's safe.' I thought as we flew off to our first world.
Crystalmaiden: Well, that's chapter 2. Hope you liked it.