A/N: I'd like to address something real quick. I got a review saying that Replicas are not considered Nobodies in the Kingdom Hearts Universe. Well, let me clarify. I'm going by what the Kingdom Hearts Wiki says. (Link: www . khwiki . c o m Nobody#Replicas) They classify Replicas as a 'special type of Nobody'. They're not even given their own separate page.

Anyway, here's part two.

Kingdom Hearts and Final Fantasy © to Disney and Square Enix

Kingdom Hearts Alternate Universe © to Kristen Verne

Sasuke and Hinata © to me

Incomprehensible Feeling: Part 2

Rydia's nine months were up. She and Cuore were just visiting Baron Castle when she suddenly went into labor. She was taken to the infirmary, where a doctor came to help deliver the baby. Rosa also volunteered to help ease Rydia's pain with her white magic.

Now Cuore was standing outside the room along with Cecil, Ceodore, Kain, Cid, and Luca. The sound of Rydia's cries echoed from inside. Cuore was having an unusual moment of showing concern and nervousness. Everyone else noticed, but didn't comment on it.

Ceodore turned to his father. "Did mother go through this when she had me?"

"She did," Cecil answered. "But I know for a fact that it was worth it to her."

The little Maenad looked down. "How can anyone endure such pain just for an offspring?"

"It takes a lot of courage," answered Kain, "as well as a strong desire to not only be a parent, but to have an offspring of your own."

"But, then why would they want them?"

Cid sighed. "Just want 'til you're older, kid. I'm sure one of these days you'll want to be a mother yourself. You'll understand."

Cuore sighed. "Assuming I'm even capable of reproduction."

Luca thought for a second. "Doesn't that Xion woman have a child of her own?"

Before anyone could comment on that, their attention was draw to a different cry. Rydia's painful screams had been replaced by the wailing of a baby. Cuore had put her fist up to her chest, looking at the door in anticipation.

After a couple minutes, the crying died out completely before the door opened, revealing the doctor. "You all may come in now," he said.

The Replica hesitated for a moment, until she was given a light nudge from Luca. "Go on! You first!"

Cuore slowly walked into the door to find her mother lying in bed, holding something wrapped in a white blanket. She assumed it was the baby. Rydia looked at the bundle with a tired but loving smile. Rosa sat next to her, also looking at the bundle with a smile.

"She's so beautiful," the queen said. "You did a great job, Rydia."

"Thank you," replied the summoner. "And thanks for helping me bring her out into the world."

"It was my pleasure."

The two then noticed Cuore standing there, staring. Rydia smiled. "Come here, Cuore. I want you to meet your new baby sister."

The little girl slowly walked over to the other side of the bed. Once she was right next to her, Rydia turned the bundle in her arms to reveal a baby's sleeping face. She could see the infant's mostly black hair and could swear she saw strands of green, as well as a pair of tiny hands poking out from under the blanket. Cuore was in awe right now. Normally, she wouldn't be impressed but the infant's beauty, but something had stirred within the Replica. What is this...strange sensation in my chest? she thought.

Seeing her oldest daughter staring at her newest with such fascination, Rydia couldn't help but giggle. "Would you like to hold her?"

Cuore said nothing, only reaching out her arms. The mother carefully handed the baby over to the oldest, instructing her to watch the infant's head. As she held her new baby sister, she couldn't help but focus on that feeling in her chest. She couldn't pinpoint what it was, but it felt...warm...and soothing. There was a slight sting of pain, but all in all it just felt...right. Soon, the baby opened her sapphire eyes, which met with Cuore's topaz. After a moment of staring, the infant cooed as she reached out her tiny hand and lightly grabbed a strand of her big sister's teal hair. Cuore just stood there bewildered.

Rydia giggled again. "She seems to like you."

Rosa had walked over to the door telling everyone they could come in now. When they did, Luca was the first to react to the sight of the newborn. "Aww! So cute!"

"Isn't she just wonderful?" the summoner asked.

"Yes she is," answered Cecil. "You definitely made a good looking kid."

Cid chuckled. "I can already tell she has both her parents' looks."

"Congratulations," said Kain.

"So...what are you gonna call her?" asked Ceodore.

Rydia look at her newborn daughter with a loving smile. "Well, I think I'll call her...Hinata."

Rosa thought for a second. "Hinata? 'A place in the sun'?"

Rydia nodded. "Call it a mother's intuition, but I have a feeling she is gonna be the sunshine in our lives. Hinata Momo(1) Kazekiri."

The dwarf princess smiled. "Oooh. That's a very good name."

Cuore just kept staring at the infant. "Hinata."

The baby smiled and giggled a bit.

Cecil chuckled. "I guess she likes the name too." Everyone, except Cuore, shared a laugh at that.

Baby Hinata then gave a yawn and went back to sleep. For reasons she couldn't fathom, Cuore just couldn't help but hold her little sister closely.

A lot of time had passed. Ever since Hinata was born, Cuore had been acting differently. The Replica would always stare at the infant as if she were the most fascinating thing she ever saw, and Hinata would just happily stare back. Cuore was starting to express herself a little more, right down to telling her mother about the strange sensation in her chest. She was starting to smile more, seemed to actually care about her little sister, and played with her pretty often. That warm feeling never left the older sister. In time she began to wonder, Is this what having a heart feels like? Is this what...love feels like?

Rydia had been using her spare time to help train the younger summoners of Mist, but had also been observing her daughters all this time, and was happy that Cuore appeared to be doing better. The girl was comprehending emotions a little better now, though still not perfect. She had even started call her 'mom' without fail. The summoner believed that Hinata's birth had ignited a spark in the Replica. She saw the signs before the birth, but now she was certain that a heart was growing within Cuore. Whether or not it was a complete heart yet she was still unsure, but she was so proud of her oldest.

It had been five years since the boundaries between worlds had been sealed. Little Hinata was now four years and about three to four months olds. Now wearing a light blue tank top and a green skirt, she had grown into a cute, energetic, happy-go-lucky girl. A real ball of sunshine who pretty much lived to brighten everyone's day with her kindness, cutesy behavior, and profound optimism. Rydia remembered Sasuke telling her that his mother, Momo, was quite the optimist herself, making her wonder if Hinata gets it from her. She was also pretty smart too, as she wasn't fooled when Edge tried to convince her that he was her daddy. But most of all, she had formed a strong bond with her 'Big Sis', always wanting to be with her. She hasn't started learning anything yet, but she expressed a desire to be both a summoner and a swordsman, wanting to be like both her mommy and daddy.

Aside from her new feelings Cuore had been noticing another change to her. She too was growing. When she was first awakened, she had the body of an eight or nine year old. Now she appeared to have the body of a thirteen or fourteen year old. It honestly surprised her to realize that she was aging like a normal human. She had switched out her white dress for a lavender one. As for her abilities, she had gotten better at her black magic, able to cast Fire, Blizzard, and Thunder with ease, and her summoning abilities had improved, now able to summon several types of monsters, a whytkin with a pink bow on its head named Whytney(2), as well as a trio of fairy eidolons called the Sylph.

Right now, Little Hinata and Whytney were playing with the Mist Dragon, using its back like a slide. "One more time, please!" the girl pleaded.

The white dragon chuckled, before saying in a slightly husky feminine voice. "Very well. But just one more. I'm getting a little tired."

"Yay!"

The dragon lower her head, allowing the girl and the little white humanoid marshmallow to climb on. She then raised it high enough to allow them to slide along her back.

"Wheeeeee!" Hinata shouted on their way down. They slid to the end of the dragon's tail as they hit the ground. She got up and bowed to the eidolon. "Thank you, Gran'ma!" She and Whytney then ran over to the meadow where her sister was sitting.

Mist Dragon sighed as Rydia approached. "I'll never get use to being called 'grandma'."

The summoner giggled. "Well, it is half true, you know?"(3)

"Perhaps," the family eidolon chuckled. "I do have to admit, I am honored to be a part of your daughters' lives." She then grew somber. "I just wish your husband was here to share this too."

Rydia looked at the sky. "So do I. It's been five years since he left. Since the worlds had closed up." She sighed. "More and more, I wonder what he's doing now. I really miss him."

"And I'm sure he misses you too. Knowing him, he must be worried sick about you."

"I know. I really wish he was here to see how much better Cuore has gotten, and to see Hinata, his own flesh and blood." A tear fell from Rydia's eye. "If only our worlds hadn't been isolated."

Mist Dragon then nuzzled her snout into Rydia face. "Do not give up hope. I'm sure the boundaries will reopen someday. Who knows? Maybe sooner than we think."

Rydia petted her eidolon. "Don't worry. I haven't given up. How can I when I have Cuore and Hinata? But still, I wish the barrier would just drop already."

Meanwhile Cuore was watching Hinata frolic in the flowers with Whytney. She couldn't help but smile at her little sister. So cheerful, so playful. Part of her felt jealous of her energy. She soon looked up at the sky. Right now she was wondering what her father was doing. She was really questioning whether or not they'll ever see him again. Her mother seemed so proud at how much she's changed. Would her father feel the same thing? Further more she felt bad that he hasn't gotten to meet Hinata, his own flesh and blood.

She then looked down. Flesh and blood. Every time those words came to mind, Cuore was plagued with a pang of doubt. She still didn't feel like she belonged here, despite her mother's assurances. Thoughts on that subject were leaning towards Hinata, the first person she ever felt anything for. She couldn't help but wonder what she'd think of her if she knew they weren't biologically sisters.

"You okay, Big Sis?"

The Maenad's thoughts were interrupted by Hinata who stood next to her and giving her a look of concern. Cuore avoided eye contact. "It's nothing," she simply said.

"Is it abou' Daddy?" the younger sister asked, not buying it.

"No. Well, partially but..." Cuore sighed. "You don't have to worry."

Hinata then sat down, with Whytney following suit. The little girl always loved her big sister so much. Cuore would play with her sometimes. She would summon Whytney for her, who also fun to play with. Hinata was happy just being around her, and loves it when she smiles. But she has noticed that every now and then she'd find Cuore all by herself with a sad look on her face. She wanted nothing more than for her Big Sis to be happy.

Hinata leaned on her sister's shoulder. "Cuore. Why are you a'ways sad and by yourself?" No answer came. "I don' like seein' you so sad all the time. I wanna see you happy." Still no answer. "Please tell me...so I can make it better."

Cuore couldn't help but shake her head. Her little sister may be naïve, as one would expect from a four-year-old, but she has shown to be perceptive for her age. "You wouldn't understand."

"Pleeeeaaase!"

The Replica sighed. She had a feeling she wasn't getting out of this. "I just...really don't belong in this family."

"Wha' you mean?" the little sister asked confused.

Cuore had to think about how to word this so the girl would understand. "I...I wasn't born into this family like you were. I was adopted."

"Hmm?"

"Rydia is not my real mom. And Sasuke is not my real dad. But they are you're real parents. You have the same blood as them, I don't. In other words: you and I are not really sisters. And yet, it surprises me that mom gives me just as much...love to me as she does to you. You certainly deserve more than I do. I...I'm not even a real person. I'm...a fake." Cuore looked down as tears started running down her cheeks. "I don't deserve being in this family. I don't deserve any of this."

There was a slight pause before she heard her sister say, "You say some weird stuff sometimes." Of course she wouldn't understand. "Um, Cuore? Do you...wanna be in our family?"

"I...don't wanna be a bother."

"Hmmmmmm?"

"...Yes...I do want to be part of this family." As much as Cuore didn't fully comprehend what it means to be family, as much as she didn't want to be a burden to them all, one thing she was certain of: All the good feelings she been having lately because of this family, whether or not she fully understood them,...she didn't want to lose any of it.

She was caught off guard when Hinata just tackled her into a hug. "Den you are family!" the girl said with absolute confidence. Cuore was just stunned. "I don' care about dat weird stuff." Hinata gave a big smile. "You're my Big Sis. I love you! Mommy loves you. I know Daddy loves you too. We a'ways love you, no matter wha!"

(She's right, you know?) Whytney said in whytkin tongue but Cuore understood. (Family is more than simple blood ties. As long as they love you with all their heart, that's all that truly matters.)

Cuore may have heard Whytney's words, but she was more focus on Hinata's. They may have sounded naïve, but somehow the Maenad was touched. Hearing that coming from her, made her tear up again, this time with happiness. She pulled her little sister into a tight hug before saying, "Thank you, Hinata. You know, I'm really glad you were born. All these good feelings that I had never felt before, they've always been because of you. So...thank you for being my sister."

Hinata beamed in triumph. "You're welcome, Big Sis!" The two then sat back up at looked up at the sky. "Cuore, do you think we'll see Daddy again?" Funny how she worded that seeing how she's the only one who hasn't even met him yet.

"I honestly don't know, Hinata. But Mom seems to believe we will."

"I hope so. Mommy told me a lot about Daddy. She really misses him. Do you?

Cuore had to think about that for a second. If she were asked that question before Hinata was born, she more than likely wouldn't have been able to say yes. But now, thanks to the feelings her sister brought out in her... "Yes, I do miss Dad. Before he left, I...didn't treat him as well as I could have. But now...I really want to start being a good daughter to him."

"Yeah me too. I wish those invisible walls didn' keep us apart."

It was then that the air around them changed. Just like it did five years ago, the sky turned blood red, and chains of yellow light filled the sky. Hinata grabbed her sister in fright. Cuore just stared as she was hit with déjà vu all over again. However there was one noticeable difference now than it was before. This time she saw that the chains of light were breaking apart one by one, until there was none left. The sky then returned to its normal blue color.

"Wha was dat?" Hinata said fearfully.

"I don't know," Cuore answered "The last time that happened was...after Dad left."

Meanwhile, Rydia and Mist Dragon had also witnessed that phenomenon. The summoner held her fist up to her heart. "Just like before," she said before turning to her eidolon. "Do you think...?"

The dragon rose up. "I'll go see the king and queen about this." And with that she vanished in a flash of light.

Rydia looked back up at the sky with a stressed but hopeful expression. And her hope was well rewarded.

The eidolons had given them the good news: The boundaries between worlds had indeed finally been reopened. Communications with mystical beings from other worlds had been reestablished, and Odin felt his connection to Sasuke's Summon Charm restore. Rydia wanted to take off and surprise her husband right away. However it took almost a week to get ready, mostly because the Shooting Star had been left unattended to all this time so Cid and Luca had to fix it up and triple check everything before they felt it was safe to fly. Rydia took the time to pack a few things and spread the word to all her friends.

Now Rydia, Cuore and Hinata were on the outskirts of Mist, where the Shooting Star had just been parked. Cid and Luca, along with Calca and Brina, were doing one final check to make sure everything was in top notch condition. Some of Baron's Red Wing soldiers were at the ready for the voyage. Rydia then looked behind them to see the crowd that had come to see them off. The Mist villagers, Cecil and his family along with Kain, Cid's daughter Sidney(4) and grandson Mid, Edward and his secretary Harley, Yang and his daughter Ursula, the Mysidian twin mages Palom and Porom along with Leonora, Luca's father Giott the dwarf king, and even Edge and his Eblan Four, Gekkou, Izayoi, Tsukinowa, and Zangetsu. Also almost all of the eidolons Rydia could summon had arrived, including the Mist Dragon, Ifrit, Shiva, Ramuh, Titan, the Sylph, Asura, Leviathan, and even Bahamut.

The Mist elder and a few children approached Rydia. "You sure you want to leave?" asked the elder. "You'll be greatly missed by this village, you know."

The children then started latching onto Rydia, begging her not to go.

"I'm sorry, kids," Rydia answered gently. "I'm afraid I must. I have a husband that needs me. But don't worry. I'll be sure to visit you every now and then. I have to check up on the new generation of summoners once in a while."

"We understand," replied the elder. "Come along, children."

"Aww, we'll miss you!" the children all said simultaneously.

"And I'll miss all of you," Rydia said as they let go of her.

Then Cecil's family approached. "Five years," said Cecil, "and finally your patience has been rewarded."

"Indeed, and I'm not gonna let this chance slip by this time."

Rosa then gave Rydia a quick hug. "We'll be wishing you a safe trip."

"Say hello to Sir Sasuke for me, will ya?" said Ceodore.

"I will."

Kain crossed his arms. "You know, I'm surprised he hasn't come over here by now. What could he be doing?"

The summoner looked at the sky. "Knowing him, he's got to be in the middle of something important. So important that he hasn't been given the opportunity." She then giggled. "But we're gonna fix that ourselves by going to him like we had planned from the beginning."

Cecil then patted Rydia on the shoulder. "Well, take care of yourself, and Sasuke. I sure he's eager to see you even now."

"Of course!"

Then she was approached by Edge. The ninja king rubbed the back of his head nervously. "Look, Rydia. I'm...sorry about my behavior these last five years. I didn't believe the barrier would fall and I just...really wanted you to be happy again."

"Maybe so," Rydia replied with a pout. "But you can't deny that your methods of doing so lost you a lot of points with me."

"Yeah, I realize that. It was rather selfish of me, I admit. Can...you ever forgive me?"

The summoner gave him a deadpan look. "Let's just say it's gonna take a long time."

Edge sighed. "Gotcha."

Rydia then gave a smug smirk. "But don't think you're off the hook just yet. My husband will hear about what you were doing." This made Edge pale. "So I suggest you watch your back the next time he visits." With that she walked over to the ship.

Edge just stood there trembling. Even with that cowl on his face you could tell his was struck with immense fear. He let out an scared chuckle. "Sasuke is going to kill me!" Everyone, even his own subordinates, shared a laugh at his expense.

Rydia was approached by Asura. "Please know that although you will be living on another world, you may still summon us whenever you need us."

"I will."

Cid and Luca came down the ramp off the ship. "Well," the old engineer said, "I believe everything is finally set. We're are ready to get this baby out of here!"

"Better get on board," Luca chimed in. "The sooner we leave, the better our chances of reaching our destination without getting roadblocked again."

"Okay." Rydia turned to her daughters, who were playing with the Mist Dragon. "Alright kids, hop aboard. We're about to get going."

"Yay!" exclaimed Hinata. "We're going for a ride! This is gonna be fun!" She hadn't been told that they were going to see her daddy. Rydia and Cuore wanted to surprise her.

As the kids boarded the vessel, the white dragon approached Rydia. "I hope you will at least summon me once in a while. I want to see you, your husband, and your kids as often as I can."

The summoner petted her dragon. "Don't worry mother dragon. I promise, you won't be left out of our lives."

"Take care, my child."

Rydia turned to see Luca saying goodbye to her father, and Cid promising his daughter that he'll retire for real after this flight.

After saying her final goodbyes to everyone, she boarded the airship, follow by the two mechanics. Once the boarding ramp was lifted, Cid ordered the Red Wing soldiers to start the engine. Soon the Shooting Star lifted off the ground.

As the ship flew towards the sky, Rydia couldn't help be look back toward her friends. And she was glad she did. It seemed that the eidolons had prepare a send off for her, like a fireworks displays of sorts. Each eidolon contributed in their own way: Ifrit with his fire, Shiva with her ice, and Ramuh with his lightning. Titan had reshaped one of the surrounding mountains to have Rydia's face carved on it. The Mist Dragon, the Sylph, and Asura created various sparkles in the air. Leviathan sprayed a fountain of water, revealing a rainbow. And finally Bahamut unleashed a Megaflare into the sky. Rydia couldn't help but shed a tear at their kindness, while her daughters just enjoyed the show.

Soon the Shooting Star exited the Land of Twin Moons, a magic barrier forming around the airship's deck to protect its passengers, and entered the boundaries between worlds.

"Haha!" Cid shouted. "Phase one of traveling between worlds, success!"

"Wow!" Hinata marveled at the colors of the space around them. "So pretty!"

Rydia moved to the center of the deck. "Alright, stand back everyone!" She then knelt down with her arms spread as magical orb began to revolve around her. "Odin!" A large magic sigil appeared in front of her, and in a flash of light a figure appeared before them. A tall knight in dim bronze and silver armor with long horns and held a large curved blade. The Dark Knight Eidolon(5), Odin. His horse, Sleipnir, wasn't with him this time, which was good because that would've made the deck crowded.

"Greetings, Lady Rydia," Odin addressed. "I see you have finally departed for Sir Sasuke's world."

"Yes, Sir Odin. I just need your help in setting the course."

"Very well. Then let us pinpoint the location of his summon charm."

The summoner and eidolon turned toward the ship's bow. Rydia knelt down in a praying position, while Odin held his sword up to his face in concentration, a blue aura surrounded them both. After a few moments, a yellow star started to blink into existence in the distance. The dark knight then let out battlecry as he thrusted his sword towards the star, which then became fully prominent, and a path of light started to form from the ship to that star.

Odin lowered his sword. "Your path is set."

Rydia stood up. "Thank you, Sir Odin."

"It was my pleasure. Give your radiant knight my regards."

Rydia giggled at that. Odin was always calling Sasuke a knight, because apparently he had the 'heart of a knight'. "I will."

And with that Odin disappeared in a flash of light.

Cid then shouted, "Alright, men! Our course is set! Full speed ahead!"

Cuore didn't let it show, but she was kind of excited to see her dad again. Last time she saw him, she couldn't really feel anything towards him. But now, ever since she started getting these warm feelings from her mother and sister, she's been wanting to know what it would now feel like in her father's presence. She was eager to know what she would feel once the family was whole again.

The trip took a bit longer than they would've liked. They didn't know how much time had past. Rydia, Cuore and Hinata were fast asleep below deck, the daughters both leaning on their mother.

But soon, Luca came down and ran over to them. "Rydia wake up."

The three of them stirred awake. They all let out a yawn before Rydia tiredly asked, "Wh-what is it?"

"We're coming up on something. I think you should see it."

With that, the family climbed out onto the deck. When Rydia saw what was up ahead, she smiled with excited. "That's it! That's his home world! We finally made it!"

"Alright everyone!" shouted Cid. "Prepare for entry! Hang on to something, because this could get bumpy!"

And it was indeed a bumpy entry, but they manage get inside. The magical barrier around the deck vanished as they got steady and began cruising through the air. Looking at the sky and the position of the sun, they had probably arrived just at daybreak.

Cid let out a loud laughed. "The Shooting Star is a complete success! Now I can retire without regrets!"

"You think your grandson will be able to pick up the slack for you, old man?" said Luca.

"I reckon he will. He's a real chip off the old block."

"Look at that!" called Cuore pointing at a town they were closing in on. "Is that it?"

Rydia smiled. "Yes. Radiant Garden."

"It looks cool!" exclaimed Hinata.

Luca looks out at the town. "Definitely different from our world." The dwarf then points to a spot outside the town's wall. "I think that is a good spot to land."

"Men!" shouted Cid. "Take her down!"

They slowly descended to the Outer Gardens. As the ship landed Luca watched the crowd that had gathered. "We seem to have attracted a lot of attention. Look at that crowd."

Hinata then clutches her big sister in fright. "So many people." Cuore couldn't help but giggle. Despite her usual cheerfulness, Hinata can be a little shy when meeting new people. Thankfully she tends to warm up to them pretty quickly.

"Oh!" Something caught Luca's eye, making her smile at Rydia. "And guess who is right at the front of this crowd waiting for you!"

Rydia could only smile excitedly as she turned to Cid.

The old engineer nodded. "Men! Lower the starboard ramp! The lady has waited long enough!"

The rails opened and the ramp was lowered to the ground. Rydia wasted no time striding down, where she was met with the sight of her dear husband, who stared happily at her. She was so happy to see him after all this time. "It's been a long time, Sasuke."

"Indeed it has, Rydia." After a moment of silence Rydia ran over to Sasuke, who caught her in his arms, before they shared a deep kiss. "I-I've missed you s-so much," the guard captain stammered.

"I missed you too, my love..."

"Sorry I haven't visited," Sasuke rested his forehead against Rydia's. "After the worlds were reconnected, things have gotten out of hand."

"It's okay," the summoner giggled. "I know you wouldn't have stayed away if it wasn't important. The eidolons told me the worlds had reconnected and I decide to come and surprise you."

Cuore had started coming down the ramp, with Hinata nervously hiding behind her. As she watched her parents reunite after so long, she couldn't help but feel really warm inside. She was happy for them.

The swordsman chuckled. "Well, you've really taken a load off my shoulders. It's really great to see you again, and to know that you are safe. You have no idea how worried I was."

"I've been doing fine, thank you. I'm a summoner, remember?" the wife pulled him into another kiss.

Cuore had finished her approach, deciding to make her presence known by teasing them. "You two need to get a room."

Sasuke look at her adopted daughter in surprise. "Cuore, is that you?!" He let go of his wife and approached Cuore. "My, you've grown since the last time I saw you." He then wrapped his arms around her. "You know, the more you look like your mother, the more people are gonna doubt you're adopted."

Cuore let out a giggle as she returned the hug. At last, she could feel her father's warmth. Sasuke was slightly taken aback by this, realizing quickly that something had changed in her while they were apart. But before he could comment on this, he noticed the little girl hiding behind Cuore. "And who is this?"

"Oh." Rydia walked over and took Hinata's hand, leading her out into the open. "Don't be shy, darling."

Hinata clung to her mother's leg as she stared nervously at the man before her. "M-mommy... who dat?"

"This is someone very special." The mother gently pushed her youngest daughter towards the father. "Hinata... I would like you to meet... your Daddy."

Sasuke just gasped in surprise at this.

"D-Daddy?" Little Hinata stared in awe now.

Sasuke looked to his wife. "Is she?" His voice choked as she nodded with a big smile. "Rydia... I had know idea you were..."

"I found out after you left. I was so excited to tell you once we got here, until... well, you know."

The guard captain blinked the tears in his eyes as she knelt down to the girl. "Hey there, cutie. Hinata was it? I-it's really nice to meet you." He held a hand out to her. "Wanna come to Daddy?"

The little girl slowly took his hand, staring into his eyes before her expression melted into a smile. At long last, she had her daddy. "Daddy!" She ran into his arms, and Sasuke lost it, as tears of joy began running down his face. Soon, she lifted her off the ground, carrying her in his arms, before planting a kiss on her forehead. Rydia then come up to his side and embraced him, resting her head on his shoulder.

Cuore couldn't help but smile at them. It was nice to see the family together again. And she was happy to be a part of it. She then approached them, which Sasuke noticed and held one arm out, inviting her to join in, which she was more than happy to do. As she partook in this group hug, she felt the warmness in her chest stronger than ever. She may still not fully understand it, but she didn't care at this point. Right now... she didn't want to let go of her family.

[Lets close this off with some fitting lyrics, shall we?]

I don't know where we should go

Just feeling farther from our goal

I don't know what path we will be shown

But I know that when I'm with you I'm at home

Yes, I know that when I'm with you I'm at home

[Home - RWBY Volume 4 Soundtrack © to Rooster Teeth]

A/N: And there you have it. I hope you all liked it.

Now I not only wanted to establish Cuore's character, but a little bit of Hinata's as well, namely her sisterly bond with Cuore. You see I have this I idea in my head pertaining to these two that I could see happening in one of Kris's future stories. Probably not in her planned KH5 story but maybe KH6. So I thought I'd use this story to give her a better idea of what they're like before telling her my idea.

Notes:

(1) Similar with Cuore, I decide to have Sasuke's mother's name be Hinata's middle name.

(2)Whytney is a personal creation of mine. She's like Whyt, but female. Honestly nothing more than a playmate for Hinata, just like Whyt was for Rydia.

(3) It was never explained how the Mist Dragon lived after being slain by Cecil and Kain. One could argue that it could be a different Mist Dragon, except it was made clear in The After Years that it was indeed the same dragon Rydia's mother (who I named Lydia) summoned. I came up with my own interpretation that what happened was after the dragon was slain and the summoner died along with it, Lydia's heart and soul was so strong that it merged with the Mist Dragon's and helped it reincarnate. I plan to go into a little more detail on how in Moonlit Knights.

(4) Cid's daughter is one of those characters who was never given a name, probably because she's so minor that you'd have to go out of your way just to see her. So I named her myself, Sidney, a fitting name for Cid's daughter and Mid's mother. Speaking of Mid, it's strange that Cid's grandson was given a name despite having as much a minor role in The After Years. Then again, he does appear in that game's ending where he displays his natural talent for engineering.

(5) I like to interpret Odin as a Dark Knight, even though he never displayed dark powers in-game.