"He is very important to me. And the world…but mostly to me. So do as I ask, Ogma. Keep him safe. That's my first and last request."—Shiida (Caeda) to Ogma about Marth in Shadow Dragon.

Chapter 3

Chapter theme: Firework -Katy Perry

A/N: As a heads up, this chapter is small, again I'm still trying to get used to the characters so I am watching scenes on Youtube and getting information from the wikia. Okay now review replies are at the bottom.

It's been two weeks since Norne had arrived or as Soren rather liked to put it "Like a piece of stale gum, stuck to them." Which always prompted a fight beteen the mage and archer causing bets to be placed around. Norne had integrated with the Greil Mercenaries to the point of Mist, Rolf, Norne (who dragged Kris along) into a little group.

Greil watched as his daughter smiled happily while playing with Norne and Rolf. It has been a while since such a giant smile was on her face. It reminded him of his late wife. Sighing a bit he turned back to face the front, "Titania."

The strong woman glanced at her friend and boss from atop her giant steed, "What is it, Greil?" he seemed a bit serious right now and it made her wonder what was wrong. Glancing back she took noticed of two things. Norne was once again fighting with Soren who stood in the middle blocking Ike from Kris, while Norne was in front of Kris next to Mist with Rolf on the far edge. Oh. So that was it. Glancing back at Greil for a moment she gave a small smile, "…Is it the kids?"

"This is a serious matter, Titania." Greil felt Shinon land next to him from scouting ahead but continued on, "Norne said a group was traveling to find, Kris." Reaching up he took a sip of his water canteen before frowning a bit, "…A group…but that is not what bothers me. The stories go that those two were in the history books."

Shinon decided to pitch into the conversation, "But what we found was just the story and history—not the time it happened, Greil." Looking rather curious if not skeptical Shinon continued with a wave of his hand and a laugh, "Do you think time travel is involved? By the gods that is just too far out there, Greil."

Greil just gave a small sigh before he heard a thud and turned around, "What was—Rhys?" blast it seemed they didn't even notice he came down with a fever.

Kris was the first to act, kneeling down by Rhys and helping him, "…You pushed yourself to hard again. You must learn your limits otherwise you will fall."

Rhys turned a light shade of red as he let Kris help him up as well as support him, "S-Sorry. I didn't want to be a bother." It was then he turned even redder as Norne came right up to him.

"Y'know that sure is a stupid thing ta do! We are yer friends and comrades tell us this stuff!" the pink haired archer then jerked her thumb at Soren, "Even mista gay for Ike would be worried about ya."

Everyone froze at what Norne had said and slowly looked towards Soren and Ike. The former looked like he was about to blow a fuse and murder Norne while the second looked a bit horrified.

" . .Say." Soren began to twitch as he took out a fresh Elwind tome from his satchel, the vein on his forehead pulsing to life as he watched Norne meep and dash off before taking off after her, sending out semi-medium gusts of razor sharp wind.

Rhys gave a nervous if not tired smile as he watched the two dash around yelling at each other, "…Will Norne be alright?" the girl really did grow on him…

"…Norne will be fine." Kris spoke softly as her gaze which was normally blank held a minor bit of annoyance, "She has been through…worse." Gaze shifting to Greil she asked, "Greil-sama may we take a rest?" of course she ignored Soren's shout of "Stop using those blasted weird respectful terms" as she addressed Greil.

"Hm. Shinon?"

"Yeah. The road actually has a blockade ahead for a bit due to some construction. We will need a rest and to find another way around."

"Very well. Everyone. Make camp."

(Hour Later)

Kris was wandering the wounds around the main road and their small little rest camp. Hand on the hilt of her sword she whirled around, drawing it only to find her sword at the neck of Ike, "…Ike…dono?"

Ike just stared at Kris then the sword before raising a gloved hand and gently pushing the Silver Sword away from his neck, "You wandered off." Of course he noticed Kris leaving and after a few hours of no return he had wandered after her.

"Ah." Sheathing her sword Kris gave a small sigh as she touched her satchel, feeling the Master Seal within it she spoke her mind, "I was thinking of using my Master Seal."

Now that caught his attention. It was a rare item that would allow one to upgrade their abilities as well as a fighting class, "Did you receive that from the Merchant Anna?"

"No. It was a ….gift." A gift from her lord. A gift from Marth. Slowly taking it out she watched the sun that poked its way in from the lush green canopy of leafs above, shine off of the large ruby stone within its golden confines, "…Assassin or Swordsman is what I will become if I use this."

Gaze lingering on the item in Kris's hands, Ike spoke as he crossed his arms over his chest, "It is up to you, Kris." As an afterthought he decided to ask, "But why consider it?"

"To protect."

Now that caught his attention. Gazing at his silent companion he, himself had no idea what to say. Closing his eyes he lent back against a tree as they lapsed into a comfortable silence.

"No! Let go of me at once!"

Kris's head snapped up as she heard that shout. That sounded like...! Head whipping to the left she took off leaving Ike behind.

A bit alarmed Ike quickly took after Kris, "Kris!" what the hell just happened?! It was then he took notice of Rhys, Norne, and Soren jumping through the foliage, "Soren?"

"Tsk. This piece of gum heard something and took off running. Seems Kris did as well." Soren rubbed his temples as he ran, grudgingly taking note that even Rhys was faster than him.

Rhys gave a small smile as his chest heaved slightly. Yes he should have been resting and he knew from Ike's stern look but, "Norne looked so panicked. I had to come. What if someone was injured?"

"…I see. But don't push yourself."

"Shiida-Hime!"

"Shii-chan!"

Ike, Soren, and Rhys's came to a stop as they saw a beautiful young woman in Falcon Knight Armor being held by slavers, an elegant Pegasus was being held down as it thrashed.

Gentle blue eyes snapped up as they sat on a heart shaped face, "Norne? "It was then Shiida noticed the one person she was looking for, "Kris!"

Kris drew her sword and dashed into the starting battle, "Shiida-hime!" the kind and understanding Kris was now gone, and the loyal battle knight was back, "Norne."

"Right! Got yer back!" grabbing her bow from her back, Norne quickly notched three arrows and shot three of the slavers. One in the eye, one in the chest, and one in the gut before she notched another as she ran to take cover in the vast foliage.

Meanwhile Kris was currently facing a large man of the barbarian class, "Move aside unless you wish for death." Getting into a stance, gaze blank but eyes sharp she stared the slaver down. She knew how this would turn out…but her lord's wife was in danger.

Shiida then gave a whistle as she watched her Pegasus break free just as four arrows pierced her captives, "Kris! Norne!" grabbing her spear, she jumped up onto her beloved partner as it kicked off the ground, "To arms!"

"Yes my lady!"

"Of course."

Ike, Soren, and Rhys watched as the three women began to fight before exchanging looks. They had to help. With that they dashed into the fray.

~Yuri's Corner~

Okay so here is chapter three. It isn't that good in my point of view but it will do, yes? Now these are really just chapters leading up to the start of Path of Radiance As I said before characters will pop up and not pop up, its an as it goes thing y'know? Now as some of you might have guessed...the quote at the top will lead to a character introduction or a mention. But not always meaning someone will pop up, okay? :3

Also I love the manga History's Strongest Disciple Kenichi it is awesome just like Lovely complex lol and Fate/Extra CCC 8D...okay now onto review replies.

REVIEW REPLIES

FireHeart: Why thank you. In my mind Marth's country is more like Asian countries while Ike's is more like European to me for some...reason. No idea why...it just is? Ahahaha...

OverlordPrince:Thank you for saying it is nice.

Linkforever1: Tee hee. *giggles like Henry from FEA*You'll just have to wait and see. Thanks for saying it is a good My Unit fic. I was trying since I saw...not many.

Angel of Darkness and Light: So I forgot if I like...sent a PM review reply to you sorry but here is a response. Yes there is a possible Soren x Kris...cuz it seems cute no? *small grin* Ahahahaha...but yes he will avoid if he can but a reprehending look from Ike will cause him.

Xenocanaan: Tee hee...yes. Norne3