Lady noticed that she and Vic were still holding each other. This could get ugly if someone were to see.
"Hey...hey!" she whispered and lightly shaking him, trying to wake him up. "Hey! Wake up you lazy ass!"
"Ugh...what is it?"
"Get your ass up! If my mom sees us like this she is going to freak! Now get up or I'll give you a reason to get up!"
"Mmm..."
Lady saw Crona walk in wearing a robe, her long hair messy and her eyes closed.
"Let go of me now!" Lady whispered shaking Vic. Crona slowly began to open her eyes. Vic still wouldn't let go.
"Ehh...what's going on...hm!?"
All Crona saw was Vic and her daughter holding each other while they wore practically no clothes, and moving as if they were thrusting. Crona covered her mouth in shock.
"Oh...my...god!"
"Uh mom! This isn't what it looks like!" said Lady. "It seems he thinks I"m a pillow or something and won't let go!"
"Whoops!" Vic said finally letting go. "Sorry about that."
"You're damn right you're sorry!" Lady said punching him hard in the arm.
"Oww..."
"Oh...phew...thank goodness."
"Well what did you think was going on?" asked Lady.
"I thought you two were...nevermind...but why are you wearing barely any clothes?"
"I went for a dip in the pool the other night and was too tired to undress."
"Oh...okay. Well I'll go wake up your father and see if we can get everyone up and going to get some breakfast."
"Alrighty."
Crona left the room. Lady got up out of bed, and went over to her suitcase.
"I say what you've got on is good." Said Vic.
"Oh shut up." Lady said picking out her suit and walking over to the bathroom to get changed.
Meanwhile...
Unknown to the rest of the group, Stein and Medusa were already fully clothed and talking outside in a courtyard behind the lobby of the hotel.
"Are you really sure he should do this?" asked Stein.
"It's something that has to be done. You've known this ever since you've seen him practice witchcraft."
"I know, but this will be very hard on Lady and the others."
"Stein, you know as well as I do what's going to happen in near time. Don't tell me you've sensed it."
"I do indeed, Medusa. But are you sure there isn't any alternative?"
"That's just the way witchcraft works, Stein. It comes from within. And in order to defeat demons, Victor must tread the path of demons himself. Fight fire with fire. And in order for that to happen, he must do something...of that caliber."
"But what if-"
Medusa held her husband's hand.
"Stein, I know you're worried about the consequences, but this must happen. There's no way around it. Our son will have no problem getting this done. He's got his evilness from me, you know that."
"I know...but...if Crona finds out you and I were behind this then...she'll never forgive me for it."
"Maybe at first, but in time once she realizes the reason why, she'll forgive you. As for me, well, you know me. I've been chewed out before."
"Heh...I know you'll have no problem. She knows you're evil...but you've still got a heart."
"Oh please. I lost my heart a long time ago." Medusa said with a smile.
"Oh really? How do you know I didn't steal it myself?" Stein asked smiling, looking at her.
"Hmph. I think that's a probable hypothesis, Professor." Medusa said snaking her arms around him.
"Indeed. So. When should all of this take place?"
"Tonight."
"Hmm...well...They are going to practically spend the day together...so I guess it'll just have to happen tonight."
"It will. Any interferences, and it will jeopardize this entire mission. Everything is riding on this."
"I know. I'm sure it will all go smoothly. Our boy already knows and understands what to do."
"Yes. Now we must get back before anyone notices."
"Right."
They two quickly began to walk back to the rooms.
Meanwhile...
Everyone back at the rooms were getting ready and dressed. Eventually, everyone was ready and walked out into the hall as Stein and Medusa walked up to them.
"Hey there you two are. Where have you been?" asked Crona.
"Oh just out for a walk." said Stein.
"Ah. Well we're all going to get some breakfast."
"Alrighty."
They entire group headed down the elevator and to the buffet. They all began to pick out their favorites, and headed over to a big table to eat.
"So, What's Animal Kingdom like?" asked Lady.
"It's an animal themed park that showcases many species from around the world." answered Stein.
"Wow...you know...I've only read about certain animals but never seen them in person."
"Well today's your lucky day."
They continued to eat.
"So Blair, I take it you're going to hang out with Jim again?" asked Maka.
"You know it!"
"Blair, you should know what you're doing is wrong. He has a wife and kid."
"So what? His wife is a bitch anyway. And besides, he seems all up for it."
"Just stay out of trouble, okay?"
"Excuse me? Who's the chaperone here?" Blair asked crossing her arms.
"Blair, I'm an adult! No one is chaperoning anybody!"
"Oh we'll see if you say that the next time you get in trouble."
"There won't be any trouble, Blair. We're just on vacation."
"Hey. You never know. Maybe there will be a hurricane."
"Not likely."
"Anyway..." said Kid, meaning to break up the quarrel. "I'm sure we'll have a lot of fun today. Crona, what would you like to ride first?"
"Oh I don't know...the dinosaur ride sounds pretty cool. You get to go back in time."
"Huh. You know, if you wanted to go back in time for real, I could make it happen." said Stein.
"Really Stein? You invented a time machine?" asked Kid.
"Well, not exactly. You see, the truth of our existence is far too intricate for the normal human mind to grasp. Once you've fully learned everything about it, just about anything is possible. Not everything is as it seems."
"So...how exactly do you travel through time?"
"Again, you have yet to grasp it." said Vic.
"Well, I guess I'll just have to wait...but hold on, you said if we wanted to, we could just ask."
"Oh yes. If you wanted to, you could ask, but that doesn't mean I'd send you through time."
"Oh forget it..."
The group then finally finished their meal, and headed toward the bus station.
"So who wants to go with who?" asked Soul.
"Oh we're doing the groups thing again." said Stein.
"I want to be in the same group with Steiny and Kiddy!" Medusa said putting her arms around both of them.
"I'd like to be alone with you, Maka." said Soul.
"Oh...but what about the kids?"
"I'm sure they'll be fine." Soul said with his trademark grin. "They're old enough to be on their own."
"Well...okay...and I take it you'll be waiting to meet up with Jim, Blair?"
"Correctamundo!"
"Alright then. You three better be safe, okay?"
"Maka, I don't know why you worry about us so much." said Lady.
"I just...don't want you getting hurt."
"Huh. We aren't helpless. We know how to protect ourselves. It's all Stein practically teaches us in class."
"Alright..."
The bus pulled up and the group boarded. They were now on their way to Animal Kingdom. The ride there wasn't too long, and after a bit, the bus stopped at the front gates of the park. They all piled out excitingly.
"Okay gang, let's meet back here near the front gates at noon, sounds good?" suggested Stein.
"Okay!"
Everyone walked through with their passes and went inside the park. They all went their separate ways with their groups, except Blair, who went to find Jim.
Lady, Vic, and Akira were walking towards the Expedition Everest roller coaster.
"I don't know why you insist on coming with us..." said Lady.
"Well...as soon as I find Emily I'll go meet up with her."
"Akira, that's the stupidest thing I've ever heard. You know she's a complete psycho. Why would you want to go hang around her?"
"Lady, she just has some emotional issues. She needs someone her age to keep her company. And besides...it's not like you two want me around."
"Hmph...do what you please."
Soon they reached the area where the ride was. Near the line, they noticed Emily, standing by herself at the entrance.
"Ah! There you are! I've been waiting for you!"
"Hi Emily." Akira said walking up to her.
"Hi! Now if you don't mind, let's go have some fun!" she said with a cheerful smile.
"Hmph. Someone's happy today." said Lady.
"Yep! Come on let's go!" Emily said taking Akira by the hand and running off.
"You sure he'll be okay?" asked Vic.
"Like I care." Lady answered as they got in line for the ride. "I don't know what he sees in her."
"Don't let it get to you." Vic said putting his hand on her shoulder. "Let's just have some fun ourselves."
"Oh..." Lady said with a light blush. "Alright."
After a good 40 minute wait, they were finally next to ride. They boarded in the middle of the train.
"Finally. A ride that's exciting for once." said Lady.
The coaster started off mellow at first, but then climbed a tall lift hill to the top of the mountain. After stopping at the top, it launched backwards into a dark tunnel. Lady screamed in delight as it made its way, and suddenly stopping. They saw the shadow of a yeti breaking the track, then the train launched out of the mountain, going through more twists and drops before flying through another tunnel, encountering the yeti and back to the station. Lady and Vic laughed.
"Ha ha ha! That was great!" said Lady.
"Yeah. That was pretty awesome." said Vic as they exited the train. "So what do you want to do next?"
"Hmmm I'm not sure. I suppose we could look at some animals."
"Alright." Vic said as they walked up to a map. "India is pretty close by. Let's walk to that area."
"Okay."
They walked into the India themed exhibit, and noticed a large group of people looking at one of the enclosures. The two walked up to it, and noticed a large tiger laying up to the glass.
"Wow! Look at the size of that thing!" exclaimed Lady.
"I know. I haven't seen anything like it."
"To think that India is chock full of these cats."
"Yeah...heh. I wonder if Blair could talk to it."
"Excellent question!"
"Huh!"
The two kids turned around to see Blair smiling at them.
"Oh. Hi Blair."
"Hi Lady! You asked if I could talk to the tiger, and the answer is yes!"
"Really? What does it say?" Asked Vic.
"Let's see..." Blair said walking up to the glass. The tiger lifted its head up and made some noises.
"Uh huh...yes...I see. Oh how dreadful!"
"What is it?" asked Lady.
"The tiger says he hates being all cooped up in there, and would give nothing more than to run around and roam free."
"Huh...poor thing. Is there anything we can do?"
"Hmm...he says that there is some fences we can open and set him free."
"What do you think? Should we do it?" asked Lady.
"I don't know..." said Blair.
"I'm all for it." said Vic.
"Akira and Maka would definitely say no...but Grandmedusa would totally say yes."
"Then let's set him free!" suggested Blair.
"Why not. I could use a good laugh."
"Alright! This way!"
Blair led the kids to a cast members only area of the enclosure, which led to some tunnels and a couple of fences the led into the tiger enclosure. The tiger walked over to them and met them at the door. Blair opened the door on the other side of the wall first, which was the one that led to the backstage areas, then the one to the enclosure. The people and cast members watching thought the tiger was being taken in by other employees.
"Okay, let's go!" said Blair as they quickly went into the backstage area. No one was around.
"Hee hee! We did it!"
The tiger made a growling noise.
"He's thanking us for letting him out!"
"Aww you're welcome." Lady said with a smile and petting him. "What's your name?"
The tiger made another noise.
"He says his name is Rama."
"Alright Rama. You've got to be careful now. If they catch you we'll all get in a lot of trouble."
Rama nodded and they began to walk away.
"So where are we going exactly?" asked Vic. "People will wonder why we have a tiger with us."
"Simple." answered Lady. "We walk around and pretend to be his trainers and when we go on rides, Blair can watch him since she can talk to him."
"Uhh yeah about that...you're forgetting something. I still have to meet up with Jim."
"Oh yeah I forgot...hmm."
Rama made a couple of noises.
"Oh? Ohhh...aww. Rama says that he understands that he can't stay out forever, and is just happy he gets this once in a lifetime chance to roam around."
"Aww. Well in that case let's get to it! Time's a wasting!" said Lady.
Eventually they found their way back to the main park. They got some stares from guests but no one said anything to stop them. Blair answered all their questions about Rama, who was quite happy about his temporary freedom.
Meanwhile...
Akira and Emily were walking towards Dinoland USA, the dinosaur themed land at the park.
"So...do you want to ride the dinosaur ride, Emily?" asked Akira.
"Absolutely!" Emily answered cheerfully.
"Oh. You know, you sure are cheered up on account of how you were last night. What got you going?"
"Probably the thought of you and I spending the day together!" she answered with a cheerful smile. Akira blushed.
"Oh uh...well that's good."
"Yep!" she said taking him by the hand. They walked up to the dinosaur ride, the one that sends you through time, and got in the line. It was a short, ten minute wait, and before you knew it, they were already watching the pre-show. Afterwards, they walked to the loading station, where they boarded a jeep, which drove through a time machine, sending them back to the time of the dinosaurs. They witnessed several large, animatronic dinosaurs, but about halfway through, the ride suddenly stopped.
"Attention riders, we are experiencing technical difficulties. At this time, we ask you to please remain seated with your seatbelt facsined."
"Oh no." said Akira. He then began to wonder is this had something to do with what Lord Death said, about how the Kishin would cause rides to break down and hoped that's all it was. Suddenly the work lights turned on and the show scenes turned off. Akira sighed.
"Phew. Just a normal breakdown."
"What do you mean?" asked Emily.
"Uhh...nothing." said Akira. He didn't want to scare her. After about 20 minutes of waiting, the voice on the speakers made an announcement.
"Attention riders, we are now sending cast members who are going help to evacuate-"
Suddenly, everything shut down, the voice, and all the lights. They were stranded in the dark.
"EEE!" Emily squealed holding on to Akira.
"It'll be okay, Emile."
"B-But I'm s-scared of the dark!"
"It'll be alright, I'm right here."
Suddenly the light flashed back on, but the rest of the riders were now nothing but skeletons.
"AHH!" Emily screamed. Akira was shocked and scared. This must be the work of the Kishin.
"I-I think we'll be s-safe." said Akira. "Let's just try and find a way out."
"Okay..."
Akira and Emily undid their seatbelts, and made their way out of the jeep. As they were walking towards the only exit, the light shut off again.
"EEE!" Emily squealed. Just then, they heard a voice.
"Heh heh heh! It look like you two are trapped."
"W-Who's there?" asked Akira.
"I'm sure you already know the answer to that."
"Wait...I know that voice. It's Asura! Or...Robert?"
Just then Asura, not Robert, but the lord of insanity himself, Asura appeared in front of them.
"AHH! IT'S THE KISHIN!" squealed Emily.
"Y-You...you're the real Asura! B-But how are you alive?"
"As long as insanity exists, I exist with it."
Akira transformed his right arm into a scythe blade.
"S-Stay behind me, Emily!"
"Oh please, you're trembling in fear. There's no way you can even stand a chance."
"I won't let you hurt her!"
"Is that so? Well thankfully, you two are in luck. It's neither of you that I want. It's that Lady friend of yours."
"L-Lady?"
"Perhaps we can work out a little deal you and I..."
Meanwhile...
Lady, Vic, Blair and Rama were enjoying their day at the park, when suddenly Lady's cell phone buzzed.
"Hm? Oh great. Akira wants us to meet with him at the Dinosaur ride. Huh. What happened, did Emily go crazy and abandon him?"
"Think we should do it?" asked Vic.
"I guess. Plus it would be funny to give him a spook with Rama here."
The four began to walk toward the Dinosaur ride...