"Ugh, where are we now?" I muttered in annoyance as I got off the cold ground. I glanced around and noticed I was alone. The group must have gotten split up. A low growl escaped my lips before I noticed a fog. Much to my relief, I was able to find Fai and Kurogane, and from there we found Sakura. Syaoran seemed missing and Sakura was asleep by a lake.
"It looks like you were really scared." Fai said with a small smile as he glanced at Syaoran who appeared suddenly out of the water and was approaching Sakura with worry.
It was then that I heard Fai say something serious, in an almost whisper. His eyes had grown distant; "We don't have to dwell on the painful memories. We won't be able to forget them, even if we tried." I gave a small frown, his words sounded so painful, especially in my ears.
"It wouldn't hurt to smile here and then." He said to Syaoran, before indirectly making eye contact with me, the pain still evident in his eyes. I gave him a glare. I wasn't going to budge. He had seen a bit of my cold demeanor and was trying to crack it ever since.
"When Syaoran smiles, Mokona is very happy!"
"As am I, and so is Luna and Kuro-pin." Fai said addressing us both. We both crossed our arms in annoyance before Sakura startled us with a shout; "Syaoran-kun is in the lake!"
"I know you're worried about finding your memories. But let's make this an enjoyable trip." Fai suggested. I glanced to the sky, giving a somewhat reluctant nod. He was right, it was better to not dwell on the past for you can never truly escape it. It was then Sakura gave a small nod of agreement before bowing her head down whilst stating that she will do whatever it is to help with the situation at hand.
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"Didn't we just get to this world…" I mumbled in annoyance as I sensed Mokona about to teleport us yet again. I suppose I should be happy that we found the feather so quickly, eh? Fai handed Sakura his coat, catching my attention. I was in nothing but a black corset; under the corset as a flowing crimson red shirt. I was wearing a pair of skin tight black pants and I was in a pair of black boots. They were not convenient for walking. But at that point, I didn't exactly carry with me a ready change of clothes all the time. Though, I could use my magic to help. But I've tried to refrain from doing so. I noticed the wizard has too- And for whatever reason, he refuses to use his magic in any way.
I've only stopped because I've realized that when my energy bursts out, it gives off a radar stating my location for whomever may be looking for me, if anything, my sisters. Their life-long quest for power won't be over until their "enemy" is eliminated.
Eventually, the group and I found ourselves in a small pub of the sort. We sat at a table, noticing we were receiving many stares, probably due to our clothes. At one point, I heard a whistle, probably due to my attire. I gave a glare at the direction and shimmied a bit closer to Fai, who only gave me a large smile.
"Will everything be all right? I mean the food." Syaoran asked Fai, causing him to lean over the table whilst mumbling a barely audible "Hm?"
"We don't' have any money for this world!" Syaoran almost sounded desperate. "We'll be just fine!" Fai mused back, "Won't we, Sakura-Chan?" Sakura look at him like a lost puppy, completely clueless at Fai's plans for her. I simply rolled my eyes.
"All right, little lady, show your cards." A group said to Sakura, who was now playing what appeared to be poker at a table. Some men were very upset at the amount of times Sakura seemed to be winning from their arrival period.
I remained beside Kurogane, annoyed at the attention the young girl was receiving. I was never that lucky. Ever. And yet, this girl seemed to drool out luck. As they accused her of cheating, Fai pointed out that any complaints can be made to the two in the back, being Kurogane and I. We looked over with a glare, sending the men in complete shock. They quickly put up their hands in defense and claimed that they should never have doubted them. I gave a chuckle at Kurogane who didn't seem to catch what was going on, before I received my own from him.
As the three returned back to the table to be seated with Kurogane and I, I sat beside Fai with boredom sketched across my pale face. A waiter came up and asked if we were travelers.
"Yes. We've been searching for something and it's taken us a long way."Syaoran responded as I nodded in agreement.
"And your next destination?" The man asked. Syaoran gave a frown; "We're not sure yet."
The man gave a smile and suggestion at that; "Then I have some good advice for you! If you're thinking of traveling north, choose another direction instead." We all gave him a curious express except Fai, who seemed to have a sly smirk plastered across his mischievous face.
"There's a town to the north with a frightening legend connected to it." This caught the group's attention even more. The man then began to talk about how children went missing and such, a curse or tale of the sort.
"That's a fairy tale you're telling us." Fai responded as the man gave a quick shake of his head, insisting that it wasn't. "Thank you, sir, for the dinner." I said as I quickly dismissed him and glanced at the group. "Well, shall we be going?" I gave a wink. We had a lead, and we were going to take it. They gave a nod before I felt an arm lock with my own, Fai's. "Someone seems more cheerful." He mused as he led me out of the pub with the others following. I gave him a grumpy frown, "Don't push it, Flourite." A small smile formed on my lips causing his grin to widen. "I just wanna get out of this world. It creeps me out." I mumbled, not seeming to mind his arm locked within my own. In fact, it felt almost comforting. Not to mention, the world was freezing and snowing.
We walked into a clothing shop and began to try on various outfits. I glanced as Fai came out of the dressing room and a small smile appeared suddenly on my lips. Walking up to him, I adjusted his collar, my smile still not faltering. He grinned at that, "Thank you, Luna!" He mused before ushering me into the dressing room with an outfit. I was the last to change. Walking out, I was now dressed in a beautiful and flowing dress that matched the style of Sakura's. I, on the other hand, wasn't wearing a little-red riding hood-esque coat like her.
Finally, we all set out to get horses. Everyone had a white horse, except Kurogane. I glanced at the horses with disdain. "I- Can I ride with someone?" I asked as I glanced at the horses before me. They were large, and they were intimidating. I was never a fan of animals, let alone horses. They were fast and dangerous in my eyes.
Kurogane gave a scuff before jumping on his horse. And Syaoran was already sharing a horse with Sakura. I glanced at Fai who held out a hand to me before pulling me up on the horse. I was in a similar position as Sakura was with both my legs leaning over the side of the horse. As the horse began to move a bit, I clung forward into Fai's chest, my eyes going wide. I was death; I was someone who mused over the darkest of things, finding enjoyment in people's misfortunes and luck. And yet here I am, scared of a horse. "It's alright." Fai reassured as he gave me a smile. I frowned and simply stayed in that position until I noticed snow falling from the sky. I extended a hand and watched the snow melt within my palm upon impact.
"Are you alright?" Syaoran immediately asked the girl.
She gave a smile before nodding, "These clothes are warm." She was right, they were very warm. Though, my dress only had a small cape like thing, still exposing a bit of my arms.
"Oh that's right! Your country is in the middle of a dessert, right Sakura-Chan?" Fai asked.
"Yes, but the dessert at night can be very cold." She responded.
"And your country, Kuro-rin?"
"Nihon is a country with four seasons. It's cold in winter and hot in the summer. "
"What about your country?" I managed to say to Fai as I glanced up at him. My body fully rested against his torso in relaxation. "It's very cold. It's in the far north. Even colder than it is here." Fai responded as he gave me a smile. "Ah, that partially explains your attire." I mused as he looked down at me curiously, wondering what I was to say next in regards to his attire; "Another time, Fai." I gave a sly smirk as he nodded, shrugging it off.
"And you, Syaoran-kun?" Sakura asked.
"My father brought me along to many different countries." He responded with a reminiscent smile. I felt bad for the boy at that point.
"So you're used to the cold and hot countries!" Sakura said with a grin before glancing at me, "And you, Luna? How is your country like?" I gave a bitter laugh before my eyes held a sorrowful look in them. "It's… It's kinda like Kurogane's. Though, it usually colder than it is warm. I can hardly remember though. I was barely outside." Sakura gave a nod, "Oh, that's no fun!" She gave a frown. "It was alright, got caught up in my studies." I gave her a fake grin before Mokona yelled; "Look!".
Looking in the direction Mokona pointed we noticed a sign.
"Whatever could be written on it?" Fai asked, unaware of the language.
"It says-" Syaoran started, "Spirit." Both Syaoran and I said in unison.
"At least that's what I think." Syaoran mumbled, I gave him a reassuring nod before telling him he was correct. "You guys can read it?" "That's amazing!~" Sakura and Fai cooed.
I leaned back into Fai's chest at that point before hearing Kurogane yell; "Hey! This isn't the time for cheerful conversation!" We glanced ahead and noticed we were approaching a town. A town that almost looked empty. As we got there, Syaoran saw a girl in front of her house and began to ask her about this town before her mother shooed her in the house.
"It must be because of the story we heard at the pub. Even if we wanted to confirm the validity of the legend the town's people won't' talk to us."
"All I want to ask is where the castle of the golden-haired princess is." Syaoran mumbled as my eyes began to shut, not caring for what they had to say. They jolted back open though as the horses seemed to go crazy, and before us was a group of men with guns. Hell, I would be kind of upset too if there were tons of guns being pointed at me. I gripped a hand to Fai's chest as I felt the horse begin to rock, hoping I wouldn't lose my balance.
"Who are you people!?" A man yelled. He seemed in charge of the group ready to attack.
"We travel from town to town investigating old legends and buildings. We're writing a book." Syaoran was quick on his feet to lie, causing me to give a small smile. "What do you do with this 'investigation'" The man questioned with rage.
"A book, written by a child like you?" His rage never faltered.
"No, written by him." Syaoran said as he pointed to Fai. I remained silent as my grip slowly began to loosen on Fai's chest as I sat up a little straighter.
"It's all true, sir!" Fai responded as he nodded his head with a smile. "And this here is my sister, the boy is my assistant, he's the hired help and this lovely lady right here is my wife." I blushed slightly as my eyes almost went wide. I gave a nod, a fake smile gracing my face.
"Stop right there!" A voice said, halting our 'interrogation.'
"Don't you dare point guns at innocent travelers!" I felt as sense of relief at that moment. I knew I could handle the guns, if fired, but that would use a bit of magic and possibly give away my location. Not to mention, it would surely frighten the people and reduce our chances of finding Sakura's feather by a lot.
"Please forgive us, travelers. And I welcome you to Spirit!" he seemed sincere at that point and held out open arms before leading us into an inn of the sort. Fai's arm was wrapped around my waist as we walked in and glanced around at the building's interior. It was nice, small, and quaint. "Once again, I apologize for his behavior. It's just… the children here have been… disappearing. They're worried when new comers show up." The man said in a bit of a stutter before glancing at us all.
"You guys said you were here to write a book, no?" He looked at Fai, who nodded in response. "Yes, sir." He responded. "Well, it'd be best you didn't dwell here too long. Who knows what'll happen next! For the night, I can give you guys a room to stay." We all gave our thanks as we parted ways, each being escorted to our rooms.