Thank you, MangaOtaku77, OverlordMao and readandreview66 for your reviews. And yes, Prism Black and Prism Pink are Adell and Rozalin. Laharl and Trenia are part of the Justice Alliance! The same group as Flonne. They're the rivals of the Prism Rangers.

Gray Fox: That's really awesome dood!

Heh, I know. I know. That's what everyone thinks. Now, Fox, if you could please read the disclaimers.

Gray Fox: You got it dood. The author doesn't own Disgaea nor Persona 3 in anyway dood. Just the OCs and this little plot.

Right, now on with the sto-

Laharl: WAIT!

Huh? What the? What are you doing here Laharl?

Laharl: I need to ask you something.

Okay, ask away.

Laharl: How long is this arc gonna be?

Let's see… They've just finished fighting on the third full moon… so… 1… 2… 4…. I'd say, you need to stay there for at least ten months.

Laharl: WHAT? That's way too long. We're supposed to be searching a way to cure Flonne, remember?

There is a reason for that. Just follow the story.

Laharl: …Fine… But it better be good.

Oh, and Fox, give this autographed picture to MangaOtaku77.

Gray Fox: Aye Aye dood!

Chapter 09: Demons' Power

"He said what now!" asked a rather annoyed Fubuki.

The group of demons decided to head back to the dorms, due to the fact that they caused too much disturbance, causing the SEES members to find them instead. Currently, the two groups are having a meeting. Or rather, a meeting between Laharl and Fubuki.

"Like I said, the author said that we'll be staying here for at least ten months." Replied the very annoyed Overlord.

Fubuki crossed his arms and pondered. "Why did he say ten months? It's not like that tower is that big." Said Fubuki.

"Umm… would you two mind letting us in on your little discussion? We've yet to finish asking you questions." Said a confused Mitsuru.

"Please wait a little while longer." Said Elizabeth to Mitsuru. She then faced towards her vampire partner. "Maybe he wanted to complete the entire story?"

"Story? What're you talking about?" asked Laharl.

Elizabeth raised her hand and summoned a small book with the title 'Persona 3 FES: The Official Strategy Guide Book'. "Here you go Fubuki." Said Elizabeth as she handed the book to Fubuki.

Fubuki flipped through the book and stopped when he found what he was looking for. "Let's see… the book says that the story ends at March 5th… And seeing as today is June 9th… It's actually nine months. He really should get his facts straight."

The demons sighed, they didn't care if they had to stay around for one less month, but the fact that they had stay is the problem.

"Ahem! Would the four please enlighten us on what you're talking about? And what is that book?" asked an angry Mitsuru.

Laharl could only stare at her before sighing again. "Before that, could you please tell us what that tower we were in last night is?"

"According to the guide, the tower is called Tartarus." Said Fubuki as he read through the book. "It's a nest for Shadows, the monsters we encountered inside the tower, and also a beacon to summ-er… I mean, a beacon to summer colds. Yeah, the tower is also a cause to summer colds. Ha…ha…haaa… that was so lame…"

"Summer cold? Wait, I thought the Shadows only cause Apathy Syndrome." Said a confused Junpei.

"I'm more curious on the fact that they know a lot about Tartarus." Said a skeptical Yukari. "What is that book? I saw the words 'Strategy' and 'guide'. So mind telling us what it is?"

"I'm curious as well. Could you please answer our questions? My patience is wearing thin." Said a very pissed off Mitsuru.

Laharl ignored them and asked "So, why did Tartarus turn into a school?"

"It's the opposite actually. The school turns into Tartarus during the time known as the 'Dark Hour'. Which occurs between 12:00 and 12:01. During that time, only a few people are aware of it." Answered Fubuki. "As for the reason to why the school turns into Tartarus… Err… Well, read it yourself when you have the chance. Anyway, I think that's all we need to know."

Mitsuru stood up and slammed the table with her hands. "My patience has ran out, please answer our questions! Why do you know so much? And what is that book? Answer me!"

Laharl faced Mitsuru with a calm but irritated look on his face. "As much as we like to tell you, we can't. There are some things in this world… no, this universe that you should not know."

Mitsuru was startled at Laharl's response, she did not expect someone as young as Laharl could be so mature. "I see… Very well. Just answer this, can we trust you?"

Laharl closed his eyes for a few seconds and answered. "Yes."

Fubuki smiled and asked "So, are we gonna help them with whatever their doing?"

Laharl nodded his head. "Yeah, seeing as how those Shadows are a threat to these humans. If she was around, she'll force me to help them anyway."

"Help?" asked Mitsuru. "Are saying that you're willing to help us get rid of the Dark Hour?"

"Yeah, besides, there's the fact that we still can't go home. So we're stuck here until then." Said Laharl.

Though she was still suspicious of them, Mitsuru reluctantly accepted their help.

Now, let us skip to the part where Fuuka has just joined and everyone has decided to go to Tartarus.

"Lazy jerk…" said Laharl with an annoyed tone. "So, what's the plan? If you want, I could just blow this place up with my Overlord's Wrath. "

"There is no need for that. We don't know what the consequences are if we do that." Replied Mitsuru. "Besides, the reason I brought the four of you with us is to gauge your abilities."

"Umm, didn't they already show us their powers?" asked a worried Yukari. "I mean, that attack Laharl used left a crater."

"That may be, but what I'm talking about are their fighting capabilities. Like how good they are with a sword and such." Replied Mitsuru with a calm expression on her face. "If we are to confront any Shadows outside of Tartarus, we need to ensure that casualties are kept to a minimum. In short no carters."

Laharl scratched the back of his head and sighed. "Yeah yeah. In that case, Trenia, you go. Show them why you're my first in command."

Trenia summoned her sword and replied. "Understood. Lord Laharl. I, Trenia Arcana, shall not let you down."

"Man, she talks just like the people in those movies with knights and stuff." Said Junpei to Fubuki.

"Well, that's because she is. Though, demons don't normally talk nor act that way. Even if they follow the path of chivalry." Replied Fubuki with a chuckle.

"Too bad she's a demon. Or I would've rub in some of my 'Junpei charm' on her." Said Junpei with a sigh.

Fubuki could only laugh at the statement.

The party formation was decided. Minato(Of course), Yukari, Junpei, Mitsuru and Trenia.

The party entered the door and found themselves on the 47th floor, where a Shadow Guardian is waiting.

"What is that?" asked Trenia

"That is a Shadow Guardian. For some reason, they protect certain floors and prevent us from advancing." Explained Mitsuru.

"I see. In short, we just have to beat them in order to advance." Said Trenia. "Sounds easy enough."

"Umm, I wouldn't be too confident…. I sense immense power from that Shadow. I know you're strong, but you're not allowed to use your powers remember?" Said Fuuka, who is communicating through telepathy.

Minato nodded his head in agreement. "All right, here's the plan. Junpei, you an I will be on offense. Yukari, as usual, you'll be on support. Heal anyone who's heavily injured. Mitsuru senpai, you'll-"

A loud cry of pain interrupted Minato. The SEES members turned to the direction from where the sound came from, only to find Trenia standing where the Guardian once stood.

"So... Lady Fuuka, are there anymore Shadows on this floor?" asked Trenia.

"N-no… Umm, did you just defeat that Shadow by yourself?" asked a startled Fuuka.

"Yes. Is there a problem with that?" asked an oblivious Trenia.

"I can't believe this. We've always had a hard time with the Guardians and you managed to beat it by yourself!" shouted a very shocked Junpei.

"Well, she is a demon. I guess they're naturally strong." Said Yukari.

"Yes… But to defeat a Shadow as powerful as this so easily… It's just too much." Said Mitsuru with a sad expression on her face. "This power goes well beyond that of Personas."

"Actually, it's skill." Said Trenia. "I've trained in the way of the sword for eleven years. Not to mention magic. But seeing as I'm not allowed to use magic, all I have left are my skills with the sword."

"Eleven… years?" asked Junpei.

"So you're saying that you've trained with a sword for eleven years?" asked Mitsuru.

Trenia nodded her head.

"I see. Even so… No, in that case, I hope you can teach Arisato, Iori and me. So we can fight more efficiently with a sword." Said Mitsuru.

"Very well. But don't expect too much." Replied Trenia.

"Of course."

Back on the first floor, in a corner.

"By the way, isn't Trenia level 9999? With level 200 equipment? With maxed out innocents?" asked Fubuki.

"Yeah… Just… Leave that alone…" replied Laharl.

Fubuki: The ascension of Tartarus has begun, soon, the truth behind the tower will be unveil!

Laharl: I thought we found out the truth when we read through that guide book?

Fubuki: But, a powerful demon is blocking their path! It's… Tyrant Baal!

Laharl: You know, I've beaten before. Thrice. And it's canon.

Fubuki: Just when all hope seemed lost, an unexpected jumped into the fray and returned it! It's… Dungeon Hero Fubuki!

Laharl: You're ignoring me aren't you?

Fubuki: With his skills and knowledge on fighting bosses and bonus bosses, the tables have turned!

Laharl: What's Dungeon hero anyway?

Fubuki: Next time, on 'Fantasy Stories' Episode 10: 'Vampire Tales'! Let's go on an adventure with that yellow bird!

Laharl: …No, seriously… What's a Dungeon hero?

Well, there we go. Another chapter done. I would've wrote this sooner, but I had a fever for the past few days. A whooping 40 degree Celsius! But yeah, at least I updated. I like to apologize just in case this chapter is bad. Why? Because I'm writing it while I'm drowsy. The medicine and all that. Well, as always, read and review. Oh, and guess what the reference from the episode preview is.