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Author's note: So now I'm not just twisting on canon for the buffyverse, I'm also twisting the canon for the Lords of Shadow universe from Castlevania. Granted, anyone who knows about the Lords of Shadow universe know that the canon for the final installment is still a work-in-progress. However, I have my theory on how the canon but I'm throwing that out the window since Gabriel is not so much a bad guy but an anti-hero by LOS 2. In truth, his real enemy was Satan, the brotherhood, and fate as each has betrayed him in one way of another. I'm going to introduce some enemies from Lords of Shadow, one way or another later on. Also, I've made a reference to a real-world item in the previous story, and revealed it in the previous chapter. If you know the history, you can understand why I'm twisting it. Also, I'm bringing in a minor character who will provide something interesting for the story. Anyway, read, enjoy, and review.
Late June, 2001
Magic Box
Home Dimension
Faith and Tara were closing up the shop as the day had finally caught up with them. The rest of the young adults of the group had departed for home. Tara's training with eldritch energy had become smoother as she was able to manipulate and generate the basic energy needed to use the power. Willow, Amy, and Jonathan had been with her to learn about the power and were just as attuned as Tara was. The former Initiative soldiers had been given an assignment that sent them to South America for a few days, causing Tara to miss her boyfriend. While Buffy was able to successfully deal, Kendra was feeling the same way as Tara. The watchers and Halliwells had decided to visit San Francisco with Darryl, while the former Scourge of Europe went with Kate to Los Angeles for the weekend. Needless to say, for the the empowered females of the group, things would be relatively slow. The door to shop opened, which Faith and Tara, took notice of. They looked to see Jenny and a young woman about their age entering.
"Hey girls! Are you busy?" Jenny asked as if out of breath.
"Something up Jen?" Faith asked her friend.
"You might say that. We've got something that might be a problem," the computer teacher responded.
"What's going on?" Tara asked.
"I should let her explain," Jenny said, regarding the young woman. She had brunette hair that stopped just above her shoulders, with brown eyes and a pale complexion. She had a cruvaicous figure underneath her dress. However, Tara and Faith could feel that she was horribly frightened.
"Come sit at the table and explain everything," Faith said. The young woman moved to the table and sat down, nervously. Jenny stood next to her and placed a hand on her shoulder.
"Now just tell them everything that you told me," Jenny said soothingly. The young woman looked up and steeled herself for the story she was about to tell.
"My name is Sandy. Sandy Weissman. I graduated with you, Xander, Buffy, and everyone who went to Sunnydale. I actually managed to survive graduation. But ever since then, I've been seeing things in my dreams. I keep seeing myself getting bitten by Willow as a vampire. But after graduation they kept getting worse. I kept seeing myself getting bitten by a vampire and then becoming one. I remembered everything about how to fight vampires thanks to what you guys had taught us. For the last two years, a new vampire would keep attacking me, trying to bite me, and maybe even turn me. But I always survived. But part of it was because I kept hearing a voice in my head telling me to have faith and to never give in. But then a month ago things had gotten worse," Sandy trailed off.
"Worse how?" Faith asked.
"I ran into some more vampires. But these things were...different. They appeared human like the vampires that infest this town. But they were smarter and much stronger. And I saw one that was turned recently. It was horrible. It looked like a man-bat, with real wings on it's back. The thing spotted me, so I ran. But then it cornered me. I managed to fight it off and I ran. But then earlier today, I ran into that one and two more. They had beaten me to the ground and I thought I was gone for sure. But then..." Sandy trailed off again.
"What happened?" Tara asked.
"Maybe I can fill in this gap. I was coming from some shopping when I saw what was happening. I was about to do something when I saw something incredible. Sandy raised a hand, and this bright blue-and white light shot out of her hand. Those new vampires were destroyed and blood painted the alley. Sandy was untouched," Jenny explained. Faith took a look at Sandy but could only feel a small trace. Tara, however, used her extra senses and was assaulted with a bright aura.
"Oh my," Tara said, putting a hand to her chest.
"You see it too?" Jenny asked. Tara nodded.
"We need to get her somewhere safe. Come on. My apartment isn't far from here," Faith suggested. Everyone followed her from the shop, hoping no more trouble would befall them.
Kollur Mine
Origin Dimension
Xander and Gabriel trekked through the dark caves with the much younger man leading the way. Gabriel stared intently at Xander and was curious as to how he couldn't see what this boy said he could. His years in using Light and Shadow powers should've allowed him to at least tell if the boy's assumption was correct. However, he realized that not only were most of his powers weak, even with the feeding, but his senses might not be like the boy's.
"I think we're almost at the source. The trails are getting larger and I feel something that's...pulling me to it," Xander said, breaking Gabriel's train of thought. Gabriel tried tor each out with his weakened senses and began to feel what Xander felt.
"Forgive me if this seems intrusive, but how often have you used this gift of your's?" Gabriel asked.
"This is actually the first time that it's ever been like this. I told Buffy's sister that I see things that others don't since no one is watching me. But this is crazy. As far as I go, I've been the powerless and useless one of my group. Even though Dawn has this ancient power that she can't use on her own, it's still more than I have," Xander explained.
"Power isn't always everything," Gabriel replied.
"Says the vampire as old as Methuselah. If I had some power, I'd do everything I could to have protected Buffy and Willow and everyone I've known and cared about," Xander retorted sharply.
"And what would you do if they ever betrayed when you had power? Have you ever wanted to get back at someone for hurting you?," Gabriel asked. Even though it was dark, he could tell that Xander was at least contemplating the answer.
"I thought so. But being the man you are, you would never hurt your friends intentionally," Gabriel added on. The two kept walking in an awkward silence; at least awkward for Xander. The young man stopped at they came to a lit part of the cave. As they drew closer, they both began to feel overwhelmed by a force beyond their reckoning. They finally stopped as they found what they were looking for. They looked at the walls and found a number of jewels that adorned the cave and felt the power coming off of each of them.
"What is this?" Xander asked. He looked to Gabriel and did a double-take at the vision before him. Gabriel's hair had regained it's dark brown color, with his mustache and beard attached had regrown, along with his complexion back to slightly paler than his human complexion. However, what surprised Xander the most was that Gabriel did not wear a shirt, which had shown off his muscualr and well-toned upper body.
"Uh?" Xander asked but couldn't form words.
"Sorry," Gabriel replied, as he pulled the upper half of his robe back on, covering most of his upper body.
"So what's with the gems?" Xander asked.
"It's been said that certain jewels have incredible powers, some of which are beneficial, while others prove accursed. When I was human, there were three sets of gems which helped on my journey. The gems of Life, Light, and Shadow. The gems themselves, when brought together, were able to enhance one's life force, or increase Light or Shadow powers. For you, we're looking for the gem which the Hope Diamond had been crafted from," Gabriel explained.
"So these gems are capable of doing a lot. But what's with the Hope Diamond? Isn't it cursed?" Xander asked. He had come across stories of gems that were cursed, with the Hope Diamond being one.
"That's what the legends say. However, the truth is irrelevant to such claims. The, embedded in the center of the north wall is the gem itself," Gabriel said, pointing to the gem. The gem itself appeared to be greyish-blue and radiated a lot of power.
"Why does that gems seem much brighter?" Xander asked.
"It is the most powerful gem in the world to date. It can not only absorb energy, it can give it as well. It is also capable of transferring energy from one person or object to the next. Let me get it out," Gabriel said. The vampire reached out a hand and used telekinesis to pick the gem out of the wall. As the gem reached his hand, he could feel power shoot through him. He closed his eyes tight as the power washed over him.
"Incredible," Gabriel heaved out.
"You alright?" Xander asked, fearing for his life.
"Yes. The sheer feeling of the power is amazing. But...it is not for me to have. Take it," Gabriel told the young man. Xander reached his hand out and grabbed the gem from the vampire's hand. Just as Gabriel, he felt the power shoot through him, only the young man fell to his knees as if in pain. Gabriel swiftly moved towards the young man and knelt down to make sure he was alright.
"Damn! That thing packs serious punch! How the hell does this thing work?" Xander asked, out of breath.
"Well, I can sense the energy but couldn't quite see it myself. For you, there is some gift with a source of power that wasn't fully awakened. Every human's gift is utilized differently or never realized. For you, it's been developed but never truly realized. It seems the energy from the progenitor of the Hope Diamond has managed to pour excess energy into your body that you haven't been prepared to handle. Like any other human, you're capable of awakening a power deep within when pushed. But it seems that you have never quite reached the necessary plateau. But perhaps with my help you will," Gabriel said.
"Somehow I think I won't like the way this will go," Xander responded, trying to catch his breath. Gabriel simply smirked and moved back to the wall to collect other gems.
Summers' Residence
Ariel, Alex, and Alucard arrived back as it had still been night time since they left. Alex had hoped that they wouldn't make too much noise. However, the lights were still on, which meant someone was still up. Ariel stepped into the house first, followed by Alex, and then Alucard. However, before the former Belmont could take another step into the house, he was beset upon by Buffy, who held a stake close to his heart. Alucard simply looked at the stake, then at the blonde slayer, before launching a palm-thrust at her chest, sending her across the room. The noise alerted the potentials and Giles, who grabbed the closest weapons they could find. They were shocked as they looked upon the former vampire hunter.
"Those weapons would not help you in any way. A battle here is trivial and meaningless," Alucard responded.
"Who the hell are you?" Buffy asked, still feeling winded.
"His name is Alucard. He is the son of Gabriel Belmont, whom the world once knew as Dracul. He is accompanying Xander now," Ariel responded.
"Oh my lord," Giles whispered.
"Giles, what is she talking about?" Buffy asked.
"Gabriel Belmont was once a knight from an order known as the Brotherhood of Light. Their founders fought against demons and other supernatural threats. It is said that they transcended their human existences and became powerful higher beings. But they bodies had become known as the Lords of Shadow. Gabriel was said to be the one to have defeated them and united a power known as the God Mask," Giles explained.
"So this guy became a god?" Willow asked.
"No. No human can ever become like the Almighty," Alucard seethed at the redhead. Willow shrank back as Alucard's eyes glowed red briefly.
"A-at any rate, Gabriel was said to have defeated the Lords of Shadow and then fought against Satan himself and even though he couldn't kill him, he triumphed and restored the world," Giles finished.
"However, his supposed fate did not end there. He was called by the vampire Laura to fight the Forgotten One, a fallen angel of terrible power, close to that of Satan himself. My father had to drink all of Laura's blood to enter the Elemental Plane of Darkness. He fought the demon as it was about to break free into our world, using it's power. However, my father stole it from the demon and annihilated it. But he sought revenge on the brotherhood and attained it by wiping them out. They had known the his fate since he left to fight the Lords of Shadow, and Fate had been against me as well. Both Fate and the Brotherhood had betrayed my father and I. But we have greater purpose in saving this world," Alucard finished.
"This all sounds fascinating. But what does this have to do with us?" Faith asked, as she heard the exchange in the kitchen.
"Simple. I'm sure Alex explained that the Sachiel and Ariel of his world have told him how all of you were fated for something worse than what you could've achieved if you pulled together instead of just following one person. However, Fate has been working with Powers to ensure that they could manipulate you to their own ends. Think about it. Why is it that in every battle things only got worse but never better? Why a new evil always rises? The Powers seek claim to seek a balance that cannot be achieved. They've lied to you and used you all, just as they used me and my father. We've all been puppets," Alucard answered in detail.
"Wait. You're saying the only reason we were brought here is because some high-and-mighty know-it-alls are jerking us around like playthings?" the potential, Rona, asked.
"In a word, yes," Alucard said.
"So how the hell do we fight against that?" Kennedy demanded.
"Isn't it obvious?" Ariel interjected. Everyone looked to archangel as if she had grown a second head, which if they knew from her kindred, was not an impossibility.
"Uh...no!" Kennedy shouted. Ariel looked indignantly at the human girl, with her eyes glowing a menacing white, causing Kennedy to back down at the look from the angel's glare.
"Simple, you either make the choice to keep fighting the way you have, do nothing, or make the thrid choice," Ariel said.
"And what is the third choice?" Faith asked.
"If you want to avoid fighting my fallen brother, Twilight, which will kill many would-be awakened slayers, you go a different route. Gabriel and Alex are collecting the necessary material to make ready for a new era in the fight against evil," Ariel explained.
"So what exactly are they getting?" Buffy inquired. Ariel merely smirked.
"I'm afraid I can't say much more," Ariel answered.
"Why is that dear sister?" came another voice, followed by a flash of light. A lovely brunette with brown eyes appeared after the light dissipated.
"Gadreel. It's been a long time. Or it would for my other self," Ariel said. The being now identified as Gadreel smiled back at her sister. She approached her elder sister and embraced her. They released each other and smiled warmly.
"It is still good to see you. As much as I know for sure that they would have me tried for this, I had to come down. I'm tired of standing by while Sariel and Kushiel ensure their reign and make sure our big brother makes carves his path into this world," Gadreel said.
"What do you mean?" Ariel asked her sister.
"There's been talk amongst everyone about what the Powers and Michael's angels have planned. If Lucifer were to be raised, we'd have a major problem on our hands. Michael and Father are the only ones capable of taking him on. But the true apocalypse is not schedule for many years!" Gadreel panicked.
"Then we don't have much time. If Gabriel and Alexander can hurry, then we can save this world yet," Ariel said. Alex, meanwhile, had taken everything being said into account. He now understood that there was much more than anyone could have ever truly known. However, the fact that Michael, whose name he had seen in many books, was planning something himself had worried him. He knew once he returned home, he would have to inform the others.
Halliwell Manor
Sunnydale
Home Dimension
Sandy sat on the couch in front of the fireplace with a cup of tea as she had explained her story to the entire group, along with Sachiel. Willow and Anya had recalled when the Redhead had become angry and jealous over Xander and Anya had been summoned to her by accident. They figured that from Sandy's explanation, something should've happened that didn't. Perhaps it may have been a good thing as Sandy's life, if her description of the visions meant anything, would've been forfeit in all likelihood to what the Powers wanted. The big question that the group was thinking was 'why now?' Sandy sat the cup down on a table next to the couch.
"And that's everything I know. Faith and Ms. Cale - Jenny explained that this group called the Powers That Be had been responsible for manipulating us from the beginning. How does that work?" the young newcomer asked.
"It comes down to a choice. There are a multitude of worlds where the difference is whether or not people make certain choices, which create ripples in their universe, allowing such things to be possible. In the world where what I've called dimensional discrepancies originated, more than half of this is either dead or not residing in this town. Some others have followed a similar, yet possibly better path in this world than they would have in the original. That's why Father asked my sister and myself to intervene. It seems the origin world was doomed to follow it's fate...that is until it had some rather unexpected visitors," Sachiel explained. Faith's eyes lit up as she could only think of two people that he would be describing.
"You mean Xander and Ariel," Faith responded with hope. Luna's head shot up at hearing her savior's name come up. She had been withdrawn from the group ever since the crisis with Glory. She had trained on her own and pushed herself to try and be at least half the warrior Xander was. But she couldn't stay away forever. Now hearing that he was alive had lit a fire in her spirit.
"Yes. It seems he and Ariel had stopped off in another world where Jesse never died, and he fought the Judge with his other self and the other Jesse. It seems the other Alexander had gained the power of Light energy, while Jesse gained Shadow energy, as well as weapons forged from both energies. He prevented a great tragedy from befalling the group in that world. Now he is in the origin world where things will only become more complicated," Sachiel finished.
"Why would it be complicated? It's not like him being there would make things any worse, right?" Angel asked.
"Normally, no. That's if he would choose not to interfere. But if I know him, he's going to change the nature of that world entirely. Those chosen and willing on that world might stand a fairer chance. But they will still run into one problem," Sachiel grimaced.
"What is it? What would my dear lion in the other world face?" Drusilla asked with concern. The archangel looked to the vampire, still amazed by what had become of her, and began thinking.
"The half-breed Whistler. On this world, he has been relieved of his enslavement to the Powers that Be. On the first world that Xander visited, his other self and Jesse defeated Spike and Gabriel changed Drusilla. However, the Powers in their arrogance tasked that Whistler with reconstructing the Judge, in the hopes of keeping their plans and power intact. Now he is commissioned by Gadreel to assist the group should they need it. But the Xander in the origin world will face bigger problems. I was informed that our Xander had been transported to that world two years into the future, where Lilith would try to take over. In our world, she's been demoted years ahead of schedule. But in the origin world...even if that Xander gains the power to fight directly against the threat...well, it would take a miracle for him to be prepared," Sachiel answered.
"Then there's nothing to worry about. Xander's not the kind to just sit around and wait if he can help it. And if he has Ariel's help, then they might have more firepower on their side to beat Lilith back," Faith said optimistically.
"A fair point to be sure. But in the meantime, we must focus on the threat of Samael. He is quite powerful and would've nearly killed me when the rebellion took place," Sachiel recalled. Everyone looked to him with wide eyes.
"You'd be amazed how many of my powerful brothers and sisters had fallen. But for now, we need to defend ourselves since we can't know for sure what he's planning," Sachiel added on. Everyone looked at him then immediately dispersed, with Sandy following Faith and Jenny out.
Los Angeles
Home Dimension
The three watchers, along with Kate, walked into the detective's former office. Her colleagues greeted her with a warm welcome as she was one of the best officers on the force. Kate stopped at her old desk where she saw her replacement typing fervently at the keyboard. The officer in question had looked up at her and smiled in surprise.
"Kate? What brings you here?" the officer said.
"Hey Lawson. I was actually wondering if you still had the info on the the guy who runs the Belmont Detective Agency?" Kate asked. The watchers looked surprise at the name she mentioned.
"Yeah. The file is actually right next to the keyboard. It's weird but the guy people have described is really pale and has long silver hair. And he also seems to have three women working with him. One was a coffeehouse waitress, the second was a university student who went missing five years ago but was found about a year after he initial disappearance. The third was a young girl, about nineteen years old, was sexually abused by her father. He's in jail and she's been working with at the agency ever since," Lawson answered.
"Where is this agency located?" Kate asked.
"The agency is actually run out of the old Hyperion Hotel. Looks like the guy running the place fixed it up and even restored it. Even stays there," Lawson said.
"What was his name?" Giles finally spoke up.
"Trevor Belmont apparently," Lawson replied to the older gentleman. Giles looked at Diana and Zabuto as they recognized the surname.
"Thanks Lawson," Kate said, taking the file from the officer and leaving with the three watchers in tow.
Police Department.
San Francisco
Darryl and the Halliwell sisters made their way into the precinct as the detective led the way. The four sisters reminisced on their late friend, Andy, as he gave his life to help them. They had hoped Darryl would not become wrapped up in the mess that they seemed to have found themselves in over the last two years.
"So remind just what exactly had you girls mixed in with all the craziness Kate and I have seen. In fact, when did this all start?" Darryl asked.
"It started about three years ago. You remember when all those bizarre cases started piling up around you and Andy. It turns out there are devils that come out of hell, trying to take over the world. We're all descendants of white witches who can stop them. But there's been a lot more going on than we initially thought. There have been forces at work who were trying to control us, even taking away our free will," Prue explained.
"You can't expect me to believe that God-" Darryl began to say until Paige cut him off.
"It's not God that's doing this. It's his...'children'. Higher beings, angels, who were trying to control us. But there are other angels who have been helping us. And they've been helping Xander and his friends as well," Paige finished.
"Xander. The young man who showed me and Kate the vampires and demons?" the detective asked.
"Yeah. We actually met him a year after we received our powers. He and Faith had stumbled onto what we know as the Nexus, a build-up of energy that can be used for good or evil. But a powerful enemy called the First Evil sent a demon called Shax after us. If not for Xander and Faith, we'd likely be dead. But someone else called the Source is even worse. From what we know, it seems like this enemy is the biggest and the baddest. But we're not even sure if he's responsible for everything going on," Piper threw in.
"Just when I thought things couldn't be any crazier. But what about you Paige?" Darryl asked the youngest sister.
"I'm their half-sister. I'm half-whitelighter. Whitelighters themselves are guardians to witches and guide them to become future whitelighters. My dad, Sam, fell in love with our mom, after their dad split. But they had to give me up in fear of powerful whitelighters called the Elders from taking me, and maybe killing me," Paige explained.
"Damn. Sounds like you girls are in deep," Darryl said.
"You have no idea," Prue said. The group of four continued walking until they came to the desk of a female officer. The officer had long, dark blonde hair with blue eyes. She looked up as she noticed the group's presence.
"Morris. Long time, no see," the officer greeted.
"Hey Sheridan. Girls, meet Inspector Sheridan. She and I go way back to the academy," Darryl responded.
"So you're the Halliwells. I thought there were only three," Sheridan said as she looked at the sisters.
"It's a long story," Paige replied.
"It's okay. It's not my business. So what brings you all here?" Sheridan asked.
"We were wondering if there was any more information regarding the cleanup of this city since the ladies left. I would've delved deeper myself, but I got transferred to Sunnydale before I could do anything," Darryl explained. Sheridan gave a thoughtful look and looked back at the computer screen and began typing.
"Now that you mention, there is something. We've been dealing with bizarre cases since 1998 sure. But it seems after the Halliwells departure, things only get more bizarre. There have been instances of some...odd looking people who have passed through from time-to-time, making trouble. We've caught every perp wherever they showed up. But the weird thing was the descriptions of the things that came after them and what saved them," Sheridan explained as she brought up the reports.
"What kind of strange things?" Prue asked as she had a feeling in her gut about the answer.
"Well, the perps we caught said they were ordered by some regular looking people. But the same guys who issued the orders apparently could do some crazy things. Some said the bosses could shoot lightning, fire, light, all kinds of crazy things. But the one who saved and caught everyone was the weirdest thing," Sheridan trailed off.
"What was it? Couldn't be any weirder than what we've already heard," Piper said.
"Actually it is. Apparently, the perps and victims all said that a lovely woman with brown hair and brown eyes, wearing white robes had interfered. But it seems as fast as she showed up, she flew away just as fast, with what every one said were a pair of huge silver wings. And then she just disappeared into the sky," Sheridan finished as looked up at the visitors. She noted that the sisters' faces took on surprised looks.
"Is there something we should know?" Sheridan asked cautiously.
"Uh no. Nothing at all. Just sounds odd that people would be making that description. Thanks Sheridan," Darryl said as he began rushing the sisters out. Sheridan's brow furrowed as she began thinking on what may have connected the sisters and the incidents prior to and after their departure. She went back to typing on her computer, figuring she could simply return to her own theory later.
Darryl and the sisters made it out of the precinct before anyone else could stop them for further questions.
"What was that all about Darryl?" Phoebe asked.
"We couldn't answer anymore of Sheridan's questions. As much as I want to tell her about the stuff we saw and learned about, they won't believe us. Not unless the supernatural comes to them," Darryl said.
"He's right. Besides, we at least know what's been going on with this end. Now all that's left is the other end," Prue said as the group went to prepare for departure.
Hyperion Hotel
Los Angeles
Kate opened the doors of the hotel, letting the group into the building. Everyone marveled at the interior of the grand hotel. Their musings were cut short as they took note of a shorter, brunette woman wearing glasses and another woman with long blonde hair and green eyes.
"Um, hello. Can we help you?" the blonde asked as things had been quiet for the last few weeks since the departure of their boss.
"Er...forgive us for the intrusion. My name is Rupert Giles. And this is Sam Zabuto and Diana Dormer," Giles introduced.
"And I'm detective Kate Lockley. I'd like to see your boss. A Mr. Trevor Belmont?" Kate requested. She caught the quick side-long glance that the two women passed to each other.
"He's actually not here at the moment. He's been away for a few weeks," the blonde answered.
"Do he say when he'll be back?" Zabuto asked.
"No sir. He just told us he had an emergency and for us to do our best," the brunette said.
"In the meantime, you're free to stay here for as long as you need to. My name is Christina Clarke. But everyone calls me Tina," the blonde, now known as Tina, said.
"And I'm Winifred Burkle. Everyone calls me Fred," the brunette replied. Before anyone could say anything else, a remote control hovered in the air before floating off towards the stairs behind the visitors. Everyone looked to see a redheaded young woman coming down the stairs. The young woman clicked a button and the television at the receptionist's desk came to life, landing on a enws channel. A white, brunette woman wearing a red business suit looked to the camera.
"And in other news, police at the capitol still have no other news as to who exactly was responsible for the break-in at the Smithsonian Museum three weeks ago. The only clue that authorities can go on was that the thief had long white hair. The baffling thing was that the only thing stolen from the museum was the Hope Diamond," the anchor woman said. Tina muted the television as she gave the redheaded girl a slight glare. The telekinetic woman looked on embarrassed as she took note of the visitors.
"Hi. I'm Bethany Chaulk," The redheaded psychic greeted.
"Hello there," Diana said to the girl.
"I know I came into the tail-end of the conversation, but how come you need to see Trevor?" Bethany asked.
"Well, he had been told by Detective Lockley that Los Angeles was flooded with odd crimes until a friend of ours passed through. It seems that some time afterward, someone had come to town and cleaned up the city from it's demon activity. Detective Lockley believes it to be your boss, whom we suspect is Gabriel Belmont's son, Trevor, now known as Alucard," Diana explained.
"Well, like we said, he's not here. In fact, we don't know where he could've gone," Fred said.
Kollur Mine
India
Alucard exited the mine with a bag full of jewels. He took the Hope Diamond out of his pocket as he examined and felt the awesome power that the jewel absorbed flow into him. He still wondered why his father had requested that he steal the diamond as well as seek the other jewels. Despite being a vampire, it still took time to mine the exact jewels that he mentioned. He looked up as he felt his father's presence, followed by him teleporting in front of him.
"So you have found them at least. Good. I wish I could say this would be the last time I ask for our assistance," Gabriel admitted reluctantly.
"What have you seen Father?" Trevor asked. He had been well aware of his father's visions after the patriarch explained how he had seen himself kill Claudia.
"The fate of this world has changed so much. We're going to be in for many fights. But the ones who need saving are the ones who will die. We changed this world's supposed destiny so that it wouldn't suffer any longer. Perhaps when it's over, Fate won't have so much influence on this world," Gabriel responded. Trevor nodded and handed the bag over to his father before departing in his mist form. Gabriel departed soon after in his smoke form.
At a distance from the mines, Gadreel watched on as she had hoped to discover the plans of the two vampires. Sariel and Kushiel had become suspicious ever since the noticed the change in the Harris boy. However, they were too consumed with keeping tabs on those they sought to control to really pay much attention. With Gadreel scouting them, she was able to throw off suspicions of the Scoobies, which he grown substantially since the Angelus crisis. The angel realized that sooner or later, she would reveal herself so that the group will know in the change of plans that their future enemies are no doubt making. She hoped her sister would hurry back to this dimension so that they would be reunited and help change the world, truly for the better.
"Hurry Ariel. Time is running out."
