A/N: Well, here one is. An alternate ending to Angelica's victory. The best part was that not only was it made by a genius, but a close friend of mine. This guy's fics are awesome. You should check them out. Here's .true's take on Angelica's victory (oh, and it's in Adelram's POV):
The very moment our fists collided, a bright light erupted. A shockwave pulsed through the air, the sheer force of our magic shaking the barrier to a point close to annihilation. Unbeknownst to this the citizen continued cheering.
I knew I must not get distracted by these people and focused my entire mind on my right fist. It was a stalemate, in which the tiniest shift of concentration could determine the winner.
The intensity of magic power started to heat up the surrounding air; I was already exhausted from the previous fight and had put most of my remaining power in this single punch to end it all, just like a true hero - not that I wanted to be one - but the heat drained me of my energy.
I gave my best. I clenched my teeth and let out a feral growl, but felt how Angelica pushed my fist slowly back, inch by inch.
I could see the exhaustion on her face, she was as burned out as me, but she managed to push me back. Maybe it was her iron will and the fierce look in her eyes that determined the winner, but as her fist was just one inch away from my face, she let out an archaic battlecry. and with the little strength she had left she finally hit my in the face, sending me flying. As I crashed into the barrier and slowly lost consciousness, I could see her pant. She fell to her knees, unable to stand anymore, but the triumphant look in her eyes was as impressing as amusing. I smiled as everything went black.
I woke up, my head lying on a rather soft pillow. Looking up, I saw Angelica's face; apparently it was her lap.
"You woke up?", she asked.
"Yeah.", I mused. As I tried to move, I felt how every muscle in my body was stiff.
"You should probably stay down.", she said with a small smile, showing her concern.
"I'm alright.", I said, shrugging it off.
"More importantly, I won. You have to fulfill my desire.", she smirked.
Sighing I raised my hand to an oath. "I won't go anywhere near the Southern Planes, nor will I think of doing something stupid like that. Also, I will stay at your side for the rest of my life.", I pledged. "It's almost like I'm marrying you.", I added.
"W-what, i-it's not!", she stuttered while blushing brightly.
"Oh? What is that blush supposed to tell me? Are you in love with me?", I teased.
"N-no!", she yelled embarrassed.
"Ain't that great. That means I can go out with other women? You only said I have to stay by your side, not as your lover.", I smiled evily.
"You can't do that!", she yelled.
"Huh? Why's that?", I asked.
"Because...because...I-I kinda...you know...", she mumbled. Knowing teasing her more wouldn't be any more fun, I stopped.
"So what am I gonna do now? Since I can't follow my plans.", I asked.
"First, let's get some sleep. And after that, I have a great idea.", she said with a sudden, confident smile...which somehow gave me the chills.
And then they lived happily ever after as the strongest couple, but that would take an even longer monologue.
A/N: Kicks the living hell out of my alternate ending, doesn't it? If I get more interesting alternate endings for Angelica's win, I'll post it on this chapter. Don't worry, I'll let people know if that happens in the A/N of the most recent chapter. Until then... Seriously, is anyone else curious about what Angelica has planned for Adelram? I know how his story will end, but Angelica's alternate story is still free game... Think I can convince .true to continue her story?
A/N: And I got myself another alternate ending. This is by a friend and genius named Gmann. If you're looking for dark and edgy One Piece fics, he's the guy for you. His stories, A Twisted Strawhat and Darkest Days are awesomely dark. He's also one of the extremely rare shippers of Luffy x Robin, so bonus points for that. Here's his take on Angelica's victory.
I'm finding it hard to draw in breath and even harder to focus. My vision is slightly doubled, but slowly everything becomes clear again. In front of me, I see Ram, my best friend. My completely idiotic best friend. How dare he try something so foolish like going to the Southern Plains? Was he insane?! Leaving me…I mean leaving everyone like this. Everyone who believed in him and knew that he was going to do great things. Just thinking about it made me want to hit him over the head. Punishment would have to wait however, because right now, the most important thing was winning this dual.
Taking a good look at Ram, I can see he's tired too. The guy can barely keep up that cocky, annoyingly cute attitude. Confusing thoughts aside, it is time to end this fight. Channeling the rest of my magic into the palm of my right hand, I ready my strike. I can see that Ram is doing the same, both of our right hands are glowing like we're holding bits of the sun. I lower my center of gravity and bend my knees, preparing to run forward at him. The light in the area has become nearly blinding, each one of us using 100% of power.
"You will be with me forever Ram, I'll make sure of it," I say through a forced grin. This isn't something I just want to do. This is something I have to do. I'm sure he can see my determination, because now his mask of confidence has fallen completely into a cool stare of neutrality.
"Then let's end this Angelica. I have a long journey ahead of me and I'd rather not put it off any longer."
Okay, I guess there was still some lingering cockiness. With one last boost of power, I vault off the ground towards Ram and vice versa. His eyes are burning with intensity and I can only guess they mirror my own. We both jump high in the air, at least 50 feet, rear back our right arms, and slam our brightly glowing fist into each other.
Instantly the sky exploded in blinding arcs of light that seem to shatter the sky into pieces. Rocks and other things are lifting off the ground because of the whipping winds that are forming around us. The pressure pushing against me is close to suffocating, to the point where breathing has become a serious problem. Even worse, I can feel my fist being pushed back with every passing moment. God, why did Ram have to be so powerful?! Looking into his eyes is like torture right now. Their so full of passion that they appear to be on fire. Would be enchanting if this wasn't going to be the last time I saw them.
No!
No I will not let it end here!
"AAHHHHHH!" I barely even realize that it is me who is screaming. Digging deeper than I ever have before, all the way to the very core, I find even more strength and begin pushing back. The once white arcs of electric light slowly shift red. Ram's eyes widen in shock as he is pushed back further and further. The winds are now nearly tornado like in nature, ripping at the ground like a whip. Multiple spheres of condensed excess power begin to form and explode around us, our wills of pure titanium. Despite everything, a smirk slowly forms on my features. This actually seems to irritate Ram.
"W-what…Is s-so…fu-nny?"
My grin widens. "B-because I-I finally g-g-get to beat y-you and h-have you t-to m-myself," I manage to stutter out. My whole body is shaking in exhaustion as my last reserves of magic are drained dry. This stalemate has gone on longer than either of us expected. Even with my resolve to make Ram stay, it appears I can only stand as an equal.
"S-s-sorry t-to crush y-your d-dreams," sputters out Adelram. Damn, I'm losing ground again, but this time there is no extra magic to draw from. Inch by inch, Ram is pushing me back again. Damn! Damn! Wait, maybe I can still win this dual. Good thing I'm as good of an actor as I am fighter. I let my face dissolve into a nervous wreck. In the heat of battle, Ram must have forgotten that I would never make such a weak face. At least not in combat. All of a sudden, I shut off the flow of magic in my right hand and switch it to my left.
The feeling of Ram's magic empowered fist more or less crushing my right arm out the way is quickly overpowered by the feeling of that fist impacting with my chest, knocking all the wind and wits out of me. However, before I can be sent careening into the ground and submit to eminent unconsciousness, I counter his punch with an all-out magical punch of my own. My glowing left hand slams into Ram's cheek. If it wasn't for the barrier, I would most likely have a hole in my chest and his skull would be crushed.
I'm sent hurtling downward into the ground at break neck speeds, impacting with a large explosion of dirt and sand. Black spots are everywhere and I can't seem to make a complete thought. I must stay conscious if I want to win, so I'm trying my best not to pass out. Ram falling out of the sky catches my attention. He apparently doesn't possess the strength to land properly because Ram lands gracefully on his face. A little trickle of blood runs down the top of his head from where he cut himself on impact. Wait blood? That can only mean the barrier is gone…
Man, I'm tired. What the hell happened? Looking around, I see that I've been placed in my bed. Odd. Then everything comes back. Ram leaving, the dual… Who won that? I try getting up but find that I'm a little stiff in the joints. However that doesn't stop me from jumping out of bed and throwing on some shorts and a jacket. I must know what happened after the fight. Just as I swing my door open, I'm face to face with Ram, who looks like he was about to knock. Slowly he puts down his fist, keeping eye contact the whole time. A slight blush creeps up my neck.
"Hello Angelica, as you can see you-"
I interrupt him with a bone crushing hug, so happy that he's here. That he's mine now. A small shiver goes up my spine when I feel him return the hug as well and even strokes my hair a bit.
"You're never leaving my side Ram," I say, although it's a little muffled because my face is currently buried in his shirt.
"Yea I know. We're practically joined at the hips now huh?"
I blush a bit at the comment, which only makes me press my face deeper into his shirt. Despite the embarrassment though, this feels nice. And right. Looks like I'm going to be feeling this a lot more too. Life is good. Life sure is good.
A/N: Personally, I really liked it. The end of the duel sounded especially badass. I mean, hot damn! Without that barrier, those two could have damned near killed each other! If .true's alternate ending was cute and fluffy, then Gmann's is edgy and badass!
