*Terriermon enters my room. As he walks towards the computer, he finds a note*
Dear Terriermon,
As I know you'll somehow manage to get in my room, please type the next chapter for me. Everything is here; you just have to re-write it using Microsoft Word. You're free to do whatever you want after you're done.
Daneel Rush
P.D. If you do something to my PC, I'll make sure you end up locked in Suzie's bedroom for the time being, okay?
*Terriermon sweatdrops*
Terriermon: Hmm…well…I might as well get started……*takes out some more of BlackTerriermon's candy and starts typing*
Note: Several things about the last chapter (and the Tamers Forever series in general) I want to make clear. ChaosGallantmon is EVIL. Believe me, he is. Takato was able to control his own dark impulses this time. The next time, however…well, let's leave it that way for now. Other thing people asked me about was Kari's cameo. No, it's not based on my other Takari series "Chosen". It's PARTIALLY based in the way Digimon 02 ended. And I mean partially because I changed a few things. The two basic things you should know by now are: first, Kari's ruined marriage and divorce (although the TV show never specified about that at all. In this series, she'll be raising her child by herself, okay?). Second, Kari and the other Digi-Destined hadn't seen Takeru in years. (Where is he? That's for me to know…) Anyway, the rest is exactly like 02 left it, even if the period of time this series is developed takes place BEFORE the five-minute interlude with the adult Digi-destined, 25 years after MaloMyotismon. I hope I made myself clear. If that's not the case, you can always e-mail me!
Disclaimer: I don't own Digimon. Period. Oh, and I don't own "Song of Mana", from the Legend of Mana videogame. A beautiful song, even if I just understood the lyrics…by the way, the lyrics are from animelyrics.com (of course), and I don't own animelyrics.com, either. Makes me think, what do I own, anyway?
OMNI-TAMER!
Chapter 10
Takato's Black Requiem
The group was in what would be their last "breakfast break". Of course, there was no breakfast to eat. Makes you wonder how are they still alive, huh?
Of course, the group was very surprised when they saw Monodramon the moment they all got up, but Takato explained that the dragon Digimon had joined them during the night. Then, they began the long road back home. Of course, not without the occasional break, like the one I'm describing right now. If they hadn't rested that morning, they could have altered the events that occurred during the afternoon, but that's not the case, so…
Once again, Lopmon and Terriermon played with little Calumon, while Impmon didn't stop complaining about how childish they acted, even if he somehow always ended dragged into the game. Guardromon and MarineAngemon waited patiently until Takato gave the signal to restart their walk. Monodramon and Guilmon slept under the shade of a tree, while Takato, as usual, fidgeted with his new Digivice.
Is it finished?
No…
Is it finished?
No…
Is it finished?
No……
Is it…
NO, IT'S NOT FINISHED, GOGGLEHEAD! CAN'T YOU PLEASE SHUT UP!?
Sorry……
Takato sighed and checked the DigiEgg next to him. He was bored, now that everyone was up to Ruki. He knew he couldn't take the Digimon back to the Real World, yet, because they would be immediately forced to return again. He had to make sure the transfer was safe for both worlds before doing it (Yes, Takato is smarter than what you think……). And to do that, he had to delete any remains of Juggernaut left in the Digimon, the Digital World, and the Gate. He'd deal with the Gate when he got there, but deleting the data from Terriermon was critical, as he carried the main program. Takato had given Ruki the basic instructions, and the Digivice was working in a basic program that would delete the data without harming the Digimon.
While Ruki was busy thinking, Takato rechecked the travel route. If they moved fast, they would luckily reach the Gate (which by the way is the exact place where he arrived) in five or six hours. As Ruki used almost all of her processing power in the assigned duty, Takato decided not to overuse the system, so he just relaxed and waited for Renamon to return, not forgetting to keep an eye on the egg, of course.
Takato, I'm done.
Really!?
Yeah.
Great!
Do you want to copy it to a card?
Of course!
Takato chose a Gazimon card he never used and placed it in the Card Reader. After a few seconds, the card changed to a shiny white card, with the famous D symbol on it. "Cool…" Takato commented. So…I just select them all as partners, and then I slash the card?
It would be better if you slashed it once for every Digimon, Takato.
Got it!
"Guys! Everyone, come here!" Takato called. Calumon, Terriermon and Lopmon interrupted their game and joined him, closely followed by Impmon, Guardromon and MarineAngemon. A curious Monodramon and a lazy Guilmon arrived seconds later.
"Where's Renamon?" Takato asked. Immediately, the vulpine figure appeared right behind him.
"I'm here…"
"Waahhh!!! Renamon, you seriously have to stop doing that!" Takato cried, and Impmon snickered. After a while, Takato explained them the situation.
"Guys, the thing is, I can't take you to the Real World without deleting the Juggernaut traces from Terriermon. Just for safety, I'm gonna use the code with all of you. That is, of course, if you allow me to. Ru…the Digivice is transferring the code to the Digital World's main database, so that's not a problem. We'll deal with the Gate later. So…"
Terriermon walked a step forward. "Just shut up and do it, Takato. I…I just want to go back." Soon enough, they all agreed with the bunny-like Digimon. Takato offered them a smile. "Well then, here I go."
Ruki, select them all as partners.
Nine Digimon Selected. Ready for Slash and Scan Mode.
Alright, then…
"Digi-Modify! System Protect, activate!"
The white card glowed brightly as its data was transferred to the Digimon. Takato slashed the card again and again, nine times, and soon all of the Digimon glowed the same white color of the card.
"Whoa…I feel itchy…" Terriermon commented.
"I don't think 'itchy' is the word that precisely describes this…" Renamon replied. A few seconds later, the glow was gone, and the white card has disappeared, fading into data that was absorbed by the ground and the nearby plants.
Now this world and these Digimon are protected… Ruki's words echoed in Takato's head. It's time to go to the……wait……
What1? Is there something wrong!? Takato worried. If something happened to the Digimon, he'd……
No, it's not about the Digimon…I'm…reading a strong signal…can't tell the origin, as it's very weak. Want me to amplify it?
Wha…what are you talking about? What kind of signal is it? Is it a Digimon?
Not really…it's…I think it's……a video camera……
(Piano plays the initial tunes)
I heard a nostalgic song,
Somewhere far away…
It touched deep in my heart
a young power,
talked about a life song…
*****The Real World. As usual, Henry's bedroom*****
Henry was sleeping, which is what most people do during the night. However, he was being bothered by someone (or something) that wouldn't stop poking him with who-knows-what.
"Stop it, Terriermon……you know where the fridge……is"
"Oh, just shut up and wake up, Brainiac…"
Henry opened his eyes to meet a pair of beautiful violet orbs. Rika Nonaka had her face at a menacingly close distance to his, waiting for him to get up. Suddenly, Henry got up…hitting Rika's head in the process.
"Ouch! Henry, that hurt!"
Henry noticed Rika had called him by his name, which couldn't be good at all. However, a further examination revealed that his father, Janyuu, was still where Henry had left him last night: in front of the computer. Henry focused on Rika once again.
"Did you stay here all night, Rika?"
"Of course not!" Rika replied. "I came here first time in the morning to see how much have you worked in finding Gogglehead, just to see you happily enjoying the dream world!" Her tone of voice changed from nasty to polite as she talked to Henry's father. "Have you done any progress, mister?"
"A lot of progress, mostly thanks to my son, Rika." Janyuu replied, but Rika just wouldn't apologize to Henry, would she?
"The code Henry showed me didn't work because of the incorrect language, as I noticed yesterday. However, I found a second code installed in this computer, which was a very simple prototype of Digital Scanning. I must say I didn't know my son had this much knowledge about computers…"
"What?" Henry wondered as he jumped out of the bed, and looked at the algorithm on the screen. "I've…I've never done something like that. That's not my work, dad."
"What? Are you saying you didn't write this code? But you're the only one besides me who uses this computer!" Janyuu asked, while Rika listened to the conversation. Obviously, someone else had introduced the code in the computer by purpose. But…who?
"Everybody be happy, because Ryo is here!" Ryo Akiyama announced his entrance, just to be smacked on the head by a certain female in the bedroom. Kazu, Kenta and Suzie soon followed the self-proclaimed "Digimon King". Like the previous day, the small bedroom was now crowded. Janyuu had restarted his work.
"Anyway, I just made a few adjustments, so we can make a faster scanning….."
"Dad, how are you planning to look for him?" Henry wondered.
"Well, if your friend Takato is in the Digital World, he should be detected as an abnormal data reading, of course. His presence wouldn't remain unnoticed. Now if you give me a second………whoa!" Janyuu exclaimed.
"What's wrong?" Henry asked in alarm.
"There's another signal……and it's resonating with mine!"
"What does that mean?" a very curious Ryo asked, as he slowly approached to Rika, just to be pushed backwards.
"Someone…or something is amplifying my signal…"
"Could it be Takato?" Kazu wondered.
"I don't know……" Janyuu replied. "I don't think he carries that type of device with him, does he?" Everyone shrugged. Suddenly, a faint light came from the computer. "What!? The strange signal is taking control! It turned on the web cam! Maybe……"
Confirming his suspicions, a small window appeared on the screen. It was a live image of the Digital World. And in the middle of it, the smiling face of Takato Matsuki.
"Mr. Wong……I can't say it's not a surprise……"
******Back to Takato******
Once again, the Omnivice had shown another of its amazing capabilities. The usual display that showed the statistic of the Digimon Takato scanned had been replaced with a holographic image of the camera's line of sight. Takato could recognize Henry's bedroom, and a puzzled Janyuu Wong in front of the screen.
"Mr. Wong, would you excuse me for a second?" Takato politely asked. Ruki, work on the image. Can you improve the contrast, please?
As you asked it politely, I'll gladly do it, Takato.
Thank you…
Takato looked at the Digimon, who seemed as puzzled as Janyuu Wong. They all tried to look at the holographic screen, which Takato covered.
"Hey, that's not fair!" Terriermon complained. "I want to talk to Henry's dad, too!" Takato simply smiled.
"That will to wait. This is a private conversation. Now, shoo!" Takato shouted with a movement of his hand. The Digimon slowly backed away, Terriermon still muttering things under his breath. It's better this way, guys… Takato thought. He got up and faced the image, which had improved considerably. Not bad, Ruki…great job, thank you!
You're welcome…
Takato looked at Janyuu Wong. "So…I guess Henry already broke his promise…I can't blame him. Actually, I'm surprised he lasted this long."
Janyuu was about to reply, when someone with an amazing force pushed him out of the way. The next second, Takato saw the face of the person he had missed the most during his short journey.
"WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'RE DOING, GOGGLEHEAD!!!!!!!???????"
I am born from you, and I went back closed in
In a song both friendly and mean
My life took a turn
I'm born again…
Takato twitched. "Hello to you too, Rika. As far as I remember, the last time you said those words I ended up with a broken nose….." Takato couldn't help but smirk after seeing Rika's faint blush (Check out chapter 4 of "Card-O-Rama". If you remembered what happened, please share a laugh with me.)
"Whatever, Gogglehead, but what the frickin' hell are you doing there!? It's dangerous!"
Takato's smile widened. "My, thank you. It's nice to know you worry so much about me." Rika's pink blush changed to crimson red, and her tone of voice grew louder. "You're reminding me of Ryo right now, and you know how much I don't like Ryo!"
Hurrying to be close to you...
Again and again, I miss you…
I hurry to be with you
Again and again, I miss you…
Takato heard some complaining from the background. Obviously, Ryo was right behind Rika. "I can see everyone's there. Has Jeri returned to Shinjuku already?"
"As a matter of fact…" Takato saw how Henry made his way to the front, getting a place between Rika and Janyuu. Kazu, Kenta and Ryo tried to follow him, but Rika's glares would keep them in the back, where they couldn't see Takato. "…Jeri arrived yesterday, Takato."
"I see…I'm sorry I wasn't able to return in time, but I was kind of busy…"
"Yes, we saw the Digital Hazard symbol in our Digivices. What happened, Takato? Don't tell me Guilmon…?" Henry asked, worried, and Takato could see Rika looked just as worried.
"No, it wasn't Megidramon…" Takato explained, and the two Tamers sighed in relief. "…however, I really don't want to talk about it…" Takato said, and Henry respected his decision, by not asking anymore questions. Rika obviously wanted to know more, but she remained silent. And Takato silently thanked her for that. He didn't really want them to know about ChaosGallantmon. However, Henry had another question to do…
"Hmm…Takato…did you…well…"
"Yes, I found Terriermon." Takato said calmly. "He's with Lopmon and Calumon right now, and I think he's dying to see you, buddy."
Henry didn't hide his happiness. Takato would give him Terriermon! "Thank you, Takato."
"You're welcome." Takato then looked at Rika. She looked visibly disappointed. But he would make her day. "Renamon!" he shouted, and Rika's eyes widened. Renamon appeared right next to Takato, but the Omni-Tamer made sure Rika wouldn't be able to see her.
My longing isn't a diamond (Just a little crystal)
A piece of sand in the desert,
one drop in the ocean,
here I come…
"Did you call?" Rika was able to listen to her partner's voice. "Renamon?" she asked, and the vulpine Digimon noticed the screen. She was about to move, so that Rika would see her, but Takato had other plans.
"Renamon, could you please tell the others we'll be leaving in a minute? It will take you a while to wake up Guilmon , so…"
Renamon, knowing than an order from the Omni-Tamer was more important than her desire to see Rika again, grimly nodded, and proceeded to do as requested. Takato looked back at the anxious Rika. "Renamon is with me, and so is everyone else: Guardromon, MarineAngemon, and Impmon, too. I'm already on my way back, so you can meet me at the park this evening, unless something unexpected happens. I really have to go if I want to make it on time, so…" Takato waved goodbye to his friends, who looked visibly happy, Rika included. "I have everything prepared for the Digimon's safe return. I even deleted the Juggernaut remnants from the Digiworld's database, so that wouldn't be a problem. I'm really looking forward to see you, Rika. Goodbye."
Janyuu was about to ask him how he had done that, but Takato shut down the screen, interrupting the communication. Takato sighed in relief. Everything was going exactly as planned. I would never have been able to do it without you, Ruki. Thank you…
It's my pleasure to serve you, Takato.
Takato slowly got up, his thought focused on Rika Nonaka. His feelings for her had only grown stronger during his journey, and now he was ready to give her the perfect gift. And now, I'll make sure your face always shows that beautiful smile of yours, Rika. I'll see you soon. Very soon.
"Guys." He said, getting the Digimon's attention. "Let's go."
*****The Real World*****
Everyone looked at each other, amazed. Takato had done the impossible. He had actually managed to find their Digimon partners in just five days. Henry had a huge smile on his face. "That's why he went to the Digiworld. He wouldn't wait for our friends to return. He went to look for them."
Rika couldn't believe. Renamon…would return. It was a dream. It had to be. Things like that don't happen that easily. "Gogglehead…"
"But I don't understand." Ryo wondered. "He just needed to find Guilmon to be happy…"
"Ten you don't know Takato…" Henry explained. "He played all or nothing, and he won. I'm going to call Ai, Mako and Jeri." Everyone frowned at the last name. "She might not have a Digimon anymore, but she'd want to be there." Henry explained as he left the room. Rika didn't hide her happiness. First the Card Game Contest and now this. Gogglehead, I feel like I don't know you anymore……… she thought as she followed Henry outside. But Janyuu was the one left with the questions.
How did he do it……? How?
*****Takato again*****
He could see it. He could actually see it. His feet would move by themselves while his mind dreamed of her. Rika will be so happy…I can't wait! His mind exclaimed excitedly.
"Takato, why are you smiling?" Guilmon wondered as he noticed the look on his Tamer's face. "Why shouldn't I?" Takato exclaimed happily. "I'm with you, and my other Digimon friends, on our way back home. By tonight, you'll be back in your good, old, hut, sleeping peacefully…and Rika will be so happy!!!! His mind finished. Now Guilmon looked excited, too. "Will there be Guilmon bread, too?" he asked, his big, reptilian eyes shining with joy.
"Lots and lots of it."
"YAY!!!!" Guilmon shouted, as his feet accelerated. "Let's go everyone! Guilmon bread!"
Takato watched his partner dash a few meters ahead of him. He also knew that the other Digimon were a few meters behind him. He smiled again, as his mind just couldn't avoid thinking about Rika's reaction. However, a certain Digimon, known for his sharpness (and his wise cracks, too), jumped on top of Takato's head.
"Renamon told me who you were talking to. I think I know why you're so happy." Terriermon claimed, his face contorted in a mischievous grin.
"Oh, really? Whatever…" Takato simply replied. However, we all know Terriermon wouldn't stop there, of course.
"Takato and Rika, under a tree! K-I-S-S-I…which one comes next? Ouch, Takato!" Terriermon complained as Takato send him back to the floor with his left fist. "The N comes next, Terriermon." Takato replied, a wide grin on his reddened face. Terriermon smiled, too. "So…what are we gonna do when we reach the Gate? Can you really open it?"
"The Gate is already open, Terriermon. It never closed after I arrived to this world. It's still waiting for us exactly where I left it." Takato explained. Yes, everything was just as planned. In a few hours, they would back home…home…such a beautiful word……
Seasons come and go
And I go with them
All I want is to sleep, with your song around me
All I want is to wait, be small in a dream
I am walking with my longing to you
******The Gate******
The Digimon known as BlackWarGreymon couldn't believe his luck. He didn't know how or why, but his mind had ordered him to return to the place where he had fought the human for the first time. His hatred for the young human had only increased after his defeat by the hands of Gallantmon. Although I had to admit, that Holy Knight was pretty good… However, BlackWarGreymon was intelligent, and he knew there was more than one way to defeat an enemy. Even at that moment, as his eyes sparkled with the same bright as the Gate in front of him, his cunning mind was inventing an intelligent plan. Somehow, he knew the human would use that Gate to return to his world. Of course, he would be waiting for him in the other side. Then, he'd kill the little human, and…
…and then I'll have an entire world filled with data waiting to be absorbed. If I'm not the strongest Digimon right now, I will be very soon. But first…
BlackWarGreymon checked the Gate's stability. After all, he didn't want to take an unnecessary risk. Every Digimon in the Digital World longed to reach the World of Humans. That's why they looked so badly for Digimon who had actually done it. Now, he would be able to enter the Real World without any requirement.
Note to self: Remember to thank the human for opening the Gate before killing him.
BlackWarGreymon walked inside the Gate, a smirk formed below his dark dragon helmet. "The sweet taste of revenge…yes……"
Rode on a wind blast,
Echoes far into your song
Thrown by waves
Here I come to you…
******The Real World, ten hours later******
"Hurry up, Brainiac! Where did Dumb and Dumber go!? And what about Mr. Perfect!?"
"How come you have nicknames for everyone? I'm right behind you!"
"Where are the others!? Can't you see Gogglehead has arrived!?" Rika shouted again, giving orders as if there were no tomorrow. The appearance of an awkward thick fog at the park took pretty much everyone in Shinjuku by surprise. But the Tamers knew what it meant. So, the people look in astonishment as the group of 5 boys and 4 four girls ran towards it. Of course, everyone recognized them as the Digimon Tamers who had saved the world from the D-Reaper treat, yada, yada, yada, etc, etc. Anyway, the thing is, Rika was running at full speed, and everyone else was pretty much trying to catch up to her. Of course, they reached the park in record time……just to find no one there. The park has emptied after the fog's appearance, and Rika and the others look around searching for Takato and the Digimon.
"Renamon? Gogglehead!?"
"Rika? Rika! Rika!" Rika's eyes widen when her mother and grandmother show up from who-knows-where.
"And what are you two doing here!?"
"Well, we though we might as well welcome Renamon, too." Oh, this is great… Rika thought. A second later, Henry, Suzie, Jeri and Janyuu appeared, too. Rika immediately wondered what was Henry's father doing there. As if he could read her mind, Henry answered her question.
"Dad said he wants to talk with Takato about something."
"Oh…" That was Rika's only response. Soon after that, Hirokazu, Kenta, Ryo, Ai and Makoto arrived, followed closely by Mr. and Mrs. Matsuki. Rika didn't even wonder about their presence. After all, they had to have a long talk with their son when he arrived. Rika hid the little smirk that was forming on her face. The welcoming party was ready, but Takato didn't seem to be there. Of course, there was someone in that place, just not the one they expected.
"Oh, an audience? How touching…" BlackWarGreymon said mockingly as he stepped out of his hiding place behind some trees. Immediately, the Tamers took place in front of the adults, even without their Digimon. The problem was, they couldn't believe what they were seeing.
"It's BlackWarGreymon!" Kenta cried, a mixture of fear and admiration for the Dragon Man Digimon.
"Thanks for stating the obvious, four eyes!" Rika shouted.
"So, you know who I am…" BlackWarGreymon said as he walked a step forward. The group was frozen. "…I must assume you're one of the so called 'Tamers'……however, without a Digimon, you're just another annoying human."
The virus Digimon stood in front of Rika, who counterattacked with a deadly glare. Rika didn't believe it, but the Mega Digimon smiled. "You're in no position to threaten me, human." Before anyone could do something about it, BlackWarGreymon grabbed Rika by her left arm and threw her away, making her impact a nearby tree.
"Rika!" Both of her relatives cried, and they rushed to help the fallen girl. "DO NOT MOVE!" BlackWarGreymon commanded, stopping the two women right on their tracks. Rika slowly tried to stand up, just to end up on the soft grass again. "Why don't you sit down? You won't want to miss the show."
Everyone obeyed, followed more by curiosity than by anything else. "May I ask you what you mean by that?" Jeri said, as politely as possible.
"I'm glad you asked, little human. Soon, I shall enact my revenge on the human and the two Digimon who dared to humiliate me."
Takato!? Everyone thought, except on Rika's case. Her thought was a little different. Gogglehead!?
"By any chance did that human carried a strange garment on his head?" Jeri asked again.
"Nice choice of words again, human." BlackWarGreymon replied. "Yes…I remember him…the human, the red reptile, and that green, bunny-like creature who wouldn't just stop talking…" Henry had to stiffen a laugh as he heard the last statement. BlackWarGreymon continued. "But I have grown stronger by absorbing huge amounts of data. I will crush the little human with my own hands, just you see…"
Everyone's eyes widened in fear, especially Takato's parents'. That Digimon wouldn't stop until he killed Takato, and after that, who knows what he had in mind for them. They could only wait for Takato to arrive.
Young energy
(A nostalgic song)
I'm keeping your smile close to my heart
And I continue my ride to you
******Our hero, Takato******
"Here we are, my friends. This Gate will take us back home."
Takato's smile widened, just like the Digimon's. The Gate was right in front of them, waiting to be used. "So, what are we waiting for!?" Terriermon shouted, and without further indication he jumped inside the portal. "Terriermon, wait!" But it was too late. The Small Animal Digimon had already crossed the Gate.
Ruki, please tell me the Gate is stable.
Don't worry, Takato. The Gate is 100% safe.
Takato sighed in relief, and allowed the others to follow Terriermon. Finally, there only four Digimon left: Monodramon, Calumon, Guilmon and Renamon (five, if you count the egg Takato carries with him). Takato looked at them and smiled again. "Shall we go together?" The four Digimon agreed, and so they entered the portal……together.
I have to hurry, the time is flying by
Thought I was free, free from the past…
Colored memories, flooding deep inside of me
Finally, finally I meet you…
Here is my dream and my future,
My beautiful dream…
*****Our hero, Takato, in the Real World (Finally!)*****
Takato's first sight of the Real World left his jaw wide open. It was nothing like what he had expected. Hirokazu, Kenta, Suzie, Ai, Makoto and Henry picked their respective Digimon, who had been knocked out by an invisible force.
What…what happened!?
"Gogglehead, watch out!" At the moment Rika's voice reached Takato's ears, a black blur covered his line of sight. Takato looked up to recognize BlackWarGreymon, who had ready to cut Takato into tiny little pieces with his Dramon Killers!
"You!!!!" Takato shouted angry, and the Dragon Man Digimon smiled with triumph.
"Takato!!!!" Guilmon shouted as he pushed Takato away in the last second, receiving the full impact of the Mega Digimon's attack. Takato's eyes widened as he saw how his partner crashed with floor, unconscious. BlackWarGreymon looked at Takato.
"Well, at least I got rid of the red pest. Now, what are you gonna do, useless little human?"
"Don't forget about me, BlackWarGreymon! Diamond Storm!" Renamon shouted as she leaped high in the air, sending a shower of sharp energy crystals to the Mega Digimon, who simply blocked them with his shield. However, he didn't expect Monodramon, who hit him straight in the head with a headbutt.
"Rookies! You're sending Rookies against me, human!?"
Takato got up, his fist clenched in anger. "Calumon……" The small In-Training Digimon walked towards him. "Grab the DigiEgg and take it to Jeri."
"Ditto!" The little white creature replied. "And you, get rid of that meanie once and for all!"
"You betcha." Takato replied with a smirk. "Renamon, Monodramon!" Takato shouted as he selected a pair of cards. "Get ready to go Ultimate!" Both Digimon smirked and nodded in agreement. The other Tamers gasped as they heard Takato's words. Rika was the most shocked. How is he…!? Her thoughts were interrupted when Takato raised his right arm high up, and shouted with all the strength his lungs could give him.
"OMNIVICE, ACTIVATE!!!!!"
With a beautiful glow, the Omniwatch was replaced with the Ultimate Digivice, the Omnivice…or Ruki, as Takato named it…her….it…whatever. Henry's (and pretty much everyone else's) jaw was wide open, as he saw the strange artifact wrapped around Takato's arm. What is THAT!?
Digi-Modify!
"Super Evolution Plug-In S, activate!"
"Crest Tag, activate!"
EVOLUTION
"Renamon, digivolve to…….Kyuubimon! Kyuubimon, digivolve to………Taomon!"
"Monodramon, digivolve to……Strikedramon! Strikedramon, digivolve to………Cyberdramon!"
Where two rookies had stood, now there were two Ultimates. However, BlackWarGreymon just shook his head in disappointment.
"Two Ultimates……is that the best challenge you have for me, human?" Takato didn't want to admit it, but the Mega was right.
I don't think Taomon and Cyberdramon can defeat him…dammit, if I just could bio-merge with Guilmon or Terriermon…I guess two Ultimates will have to do… "Taomon, Cyberdramon! Show this guy you're a good enough challenge!"
Taomon nodded slightly, while Cyberdramon simply growled. The two Digimon charged towards BlackWarGreymon, who raised himself high in the air. Takato took a few seconds to check his surroundings. Henry was taking care of Terriermon, who seemed as badly hurt as MarineAngemon, Guardromon, Impmon and Lopmon. And then he noticed Rika had her eyes fixed on him, which sent a lot of blood to his face. He looked away, just to meet Jeri's face.
"Waahhh!!!! Jeri, you scared me!" However, Takato noticed she was now looking at the DigiEgg Calumon had given her.
"Takato……I noticed my Digivice started working again……what's in this DigiEgg?"
Takato couldn't help but smile. He placed his right arm on her left shoulder and said the Jeri was waiting for. "Your partner." Takato walked away of the smirking Jeri, and looked up. A shiver went down his spine when he realized BlackWarGreymon was about to attack.
"Terra Destroyer!"
Takato saw how Cyberdramon took cover behind Taomon, who blocked the attack with a barrier. "Taomon, don't do that ever again!!"
Confused, the Demon Man Digimon looked down to meet Takato's fiery look. "You can't expect to block a Virus Mega Digimon's attacks with you barrier. Rely in you speed to evade his attacks. Here, this will help you!"
Digi-Modify!
"High Speed Plug-In H, activate!"
Meanwhile, Rika had been carried next to Henry, with a little help of her mother…and Ryo ("Let me go, you little…!!!"). Henry was amazed with Takato's new abilities, and he shared his thoughts with everyone. "He not only is capable of controlling two Digimon, but he also is designing appropriate strategies……I don't know what happened to him, but this is definitely not the same Takato I waved goodbye to five days ago."
Ryo agreed with him. "Yeah…that glow in his eyes reminds me of certain redhead I have next to me…"
In another occasion, Rika would have probably countered those words with her mighty fist, but she was too busy looking at the battle that she didn't even pay attention. Gogglehead…the more I think I know you, the more mysterious you become……
Suddenly, something crashed with the nearby ground. Rika didn't recognize what it was until Ryo picked Monodramon's beaten body from the ground. "Buddy, are you okay?" Ryo wondered. "Could……be……better……"
Takato looked down. One of his Digimon had fallen. Now it was up to Taomon. Come on, come on…!!!
"Takato, I know you can win!" It was until then that Takato realized his parents were there.
"Mom!?"
"Come on, champ, show that big guy what you've got." Takato's father said. Then, he found everyone was rooting and cheering for him.
"Come on, chumly, you've gotten out of worse situations!"
"You can't lose this battle, Pineapple Head; you still owe me a rematch!"
"Geez, Gogglehead, you won't want to be disappointed, do you?"
"Terriermon!"
"Young Takato, I know you can win…"
"Pipuppipipu, piiii!!!!!!"
Takato saved the tears of joy for later. He looked at Guilmon, who still lay unconscious. He looked at Calumon, who was cheering, and shouting some things he couldn't understand with all the noise. Jeri was smiling at him, firmly holding the DigiEgg with both arms. Takato smiled, too, and prepared to battle.
"Takato!" Ryo shouted. "Taomon is a data! She's weak against BlackWarGreymon's attacks."
I guess the Digimon King is right……
Digi-Modify!
"Light Training Manual, activate!"
Ryo acknowledged his decision with a thumbs-up. "Nice work, Gogglehead!"
"Hey!" Both Takato and Rika complained. Up in the sky, Taomon prepared to retaliate.
"Thousand Spells!" However, BlackWarGreymon blocked the attack with his shield again. "Now it's my turn. Great Tornado!"
"Taomon, get out of the way…!!!!"
Taomon received the powerful blow, which sent her straight to the ground, crashing with a loud noise.
"Taomon!" Rika cried as she tried to get up, but her body refused to follow her mind's orders. But Takato was able to reach the barely conscious Data Digimon, who had returned to her Rookie form.
"Renamon…"
"Takato, release your control on me, so I can digivolve to Sakuyamon."
"I don't think that's possible." Henry explained. "BlackWarGreymon attacked Rika before you arrive. She is badly hurt, Renamon."
"WHAT!?" Both Renamon and Takato exclaimed. They wouldn't be able to say anything else though, as BlackWarGreymon was ready to deal the finishing blow.
"My revenge is now complete! Terra Destroyer!"
Takato saw the massive ball of energy flying towards himself and Renamon. He saw how his parent shouted his name, as if their words could change the course of the deadly attack. The others looked with visible fear at the scene, unable to anything. And in the last instant, right before the attack engulfed him, his eyes met a pair of violet orbs, and he noticed a little detail in Rika's look. Is that……a tear?
*****Somewhere……and nowhere******
Takato opened his eyes. He didn't take long to recognize the place, as he had been there the very same day he arrived to the Digital World. He was again the so-called limbo. However, this time he wasn't alone. Renamon floated next to him, looking visibly confused. However, for reasons he would discover a lot later, she seemed to recognize the place, too.
How did we get, here? Renamon asked.
My guess is as good as yours... Takato concluded.
You should be thankful…after all; I/We have just saved your lives…
The Force, again!? Takato said.
I'm telling you, I/We am/are NOT the Force! Anyway…you know why you're here, right? Realizing that Renamon would remain silent unless she was asked to speak, Takato answered for the two of them.
No, I just know I should be dead, yet I'm not…
The only reason you're not dead is because you're the Omni-Tamer, and as him, you had the key to victory.
Oh, really? And what would that be?
You can bio-merge with the lady behind you…
WHAT!? Takato wasn't the only who shouted…it was Renamon. I can protect him from uncountable threats, I can let him control me, so I can digivolve, but I definitely won't bio-merge with him. Rika is my one and only Tamer.
Takato looked at Renamon with a cute smile. Renamon…I understand your feelings…actually, I agree with you… Renamon looked up, and met Takato's sincere eyes. But I'm not asking you to do this for me…you can help me protect Rika, and that's the only thing I want…
Why?
What?
Why do you want to protect Rika so badly?
Well, that's…err…well…that's because……ahh…umm……
Why do you insist so much in taking care of her, when she only insulted you and humiliated you in the past? Why do you want to be her friend so badly? Why do you smile every time her name is mentioned? Why, Tamer? I don't understand…
Dammit, Renamon, because I love her!
Huh? Takato's answer took the Beast Man Digimon by surprise. Of all the possible answers she expected, that was definitely not one of them. Love…her?
Yes, I love her…so I ask you…no, I beg you…please…lend me your power……
Renamon lowered her head. Love, a human word she did not understand. At first, she had thought she loved Rika, but it was normal, as they were friends, and partners. Would Takato be the one to teach her the true meaning of love? It was a risk worth taking…
Show me the power of true love, Omni-Tamer…
Suddenly, both human and Digimon glowed with a dark aura, and they suddenly disappeared, leaving the mysterious entity alone with his/its/their own thoughts. So, the Ultimate Demon Digimon is about to be released…the things I/We have to do to help that boy…
*****Back to the Real World*****
Bio-Merge, Activate!
MATRIX EVOLUTION
OMNI-TAMER…
Takato smiled as his body faded into data, and his link with Renamon grew stronger. "Renamon, digivolve to……"
The beautiful moon reflected Renamon's silhouette on the clean water. Sakura trees adorned the scenery with their beautiful color. A gust of wind blew away some pink petals, and one of them fell on Renamon's right palm. The Data Digimon closed her fist, and suddenly reopened it, to notice that the entire place had been suddenly covered by flames. The flames engulfed Renamon, and she went through her stages of Kyuubimon and Taomon before reaching a brand new Mega form. Renamon was replaced with an immense creature that stood on four powerful legs. Its lower body was covered with long fur, the same color of its long tail, the color of red wine. Two immense brown wings adorned its back, and its torso was covered with a blue and silver armor. Its long arms ended in big hands with three fingers each, fingers as long and sharp as swords. Finally, its head was protected with a silver helm that covered its true appearance, and a pair of long, silver horns placed to the sides of its black, demonic eyes helped created the image of a truly powerful Digimon.
Tamers, adults, and Dragon Man Digimon looked in awe at the newcomer, product of Takato's fusion with Renamon. Mostly by instinct, Henry aimed his Digivice at it, and read the Digimon's stats.
A Demon Beast Digimon. Mega Level, Virus Type. The only Digimon with no weaknesses, as its power triplicates against vaccine Digimon. This amazingly strong Digimon, embedded with the powers of Apocalypse, has enough power to take on Imperialdramon Paladin Mode! Its special attacks, Dead Scream and Black Requiem are something to really watch out for. Its name is a synonym of destruction. It's…
"………Gulfmon."
Seasons come and go, and I go with them.
Thought I was free, free from the past…
Colored memories flooding deep inside me.
Finally, finally…I meet you…
End of chapter 10…
Note: About sweet little Gulfmon……Yes, I used the Japanese attack names, even if I used the American name, too. The reason? They sound a lot cooler… (The American attack names are Black Scream and Black Rhythm) For those who for some reason don't know about Gulfmon, yes, he's real, and yes, he's Taomon's second alternate evolution (the other one is Kuzuhamon, before you ask). That's just in case someone asked…oh, and the song, I put in because I just got the lyrics a few days ago, and then I thought: "Hey, why not?", so there it is. I think it fits perfectly into the chapter. If you think otherwise, that's your problem…
Next Chapter: Takato and Renamon have finally bio-merged, and now they're ready to kick some ass! (Terriermon: *snickers*) If you've been patient enough and followed Takato's adventure since the beginning, then you don't want to miss the final chapter of Omni-Tamer: Because We're Partners!
*Terriermon stops writings, and wipes away the sweat on his forehead*
Terriermon: Phew, that was one long chapter…but now that I'm done……hehehe…he shouldn't have let me alone with the computer……the trivia…well, the story is about to finish, so…we'll leave it for the next story…besides, I'm preparing a special surprise concerning a certain friend of mine…*more snickering*
Daneel Rush (daneel_ff@hotmail.com)