Alright, I promised, and I deliver. Maybe not as good as Santa Claus, but I do try to deliver. (LOL)
I do apologize about the discrepancies in updating, but I've been at work more than I've been home enough to work on these fics. While this won't be a SUPER update, it will be a normal update; so don't feel cheated out being cutoff before intended. However, since the first part of the chapter can be shortened somewhat, I'm going to give you three episodes this time anyways. So, enjoy!
Dx: When were you going to give us time to contribute?
RDF1: Actually, now. Good timing.
LR: Well, no one can say he's losing his touch.
Dx: Thanks… (Thinks about it) What's that suppose to mean!
Jenny slaps DragonX.
Jenny: That you'll never truly grow up. Most annoying OC.
RDF1: It's okay guys. Just let me get on with the fic. The readers didn't click on this to hear about the next chapter of our 'wonderful chats'.
Okay, this chapter, Cody steps up, followed by Yolei, but in a different way. Let's get to it!
Disclaimer: RDF1 doesn't own anything or anyone related to Digimon. What he owns is the idea, partially, and OCs and anything else previously mentioned.
(Chapter Begin)
(Recap)
Shurimon grabbed Yolei and flew off to join the others, who had incapacitated ShogunGekomon.
"About time…" said Davis, smiling at Yolei.
"Sorry, Ninja business," replied Yolei, smiling as well, "You understand."
"Him, more than us," said TK, "Now, all together!"
Everyone attack together and finished off the Dark Spiral.
"That was a nice nap, is it all over now?" asked ShogunGekomon.
"Yep, now this area is safe once more," replied Davis, as he and the others prepared to make their leave.
"Do come back and visit sometime, alright?" suggested a Gekomon.
"We will," said Kari.
"After the Digimon Emperor has been defeated though," added Cody.
"Good luck," said ShogunGekomon, as the Digidestined left back through the portal.
"They continue to impress," said Wormmon.
"We better keep an eye out for Ninjamon, though," replied Ken, "He might just follow through this time."
"We'll make sure he doesn't get the chance," said Wormmon.
"Thanks Wormmon," finished Ken, as he got back to work.
When they got back home, they were nearly exhausted from their run through the city.
"See ya tomorrow," said Davis, as he left with Veemon, "I gotta get home."
Everyone made their way back home themselves, ready for another night's sleep.
(Recap End)
Davis sighed; he couldn't believe he let this happen, again. It was just another routine trip for a Digi-Egg, well as routine as he remembered all the trips for getting them. However, without HAVING the Digi-Egg of Reliability ahead of time, they wouldn't be able to battle MegaSeadramon on his turf. Again, if they had the Digi-Egg already, then they wouldn't need to be there to that said Digi-Egg. Time Paradoxes were just like everything else with time tenses, headache inducing.
"Penny for your thoughts, Davis?" asked Kari.
"Everything just fine," said Davis, turning to give Kari a smile, "Good news, not much is different in this part of the world. Bad news, MegaSeadramon hasn't lost his touch. For an Ultimate controlled by a human, he's smarter than the other Ultimates we've encountered."
"How so?" asked TK, walking over to join them.
"Well, he's not actively trying to destroy us. He's saving his energy for when we DO get out of here, if we get out of here. We need to find someway to contact Izzy. But since we're about 50 yards under the surface, we can't send a direct message from here. We need to get to the surface."
"Hey guys!" said Patamon, getting everyone's attention, "How about an escape pod?"
"Really," said Yolei, being the first over there, followed by Davis, Kari, and TK.
"It is an escape pod," said Hawkmon, "But there's only one chair."
"That settles it then," said TK, "Cody's going."
"You're right," agreed Yolei, "Cody's the one."
"Then we all agree," said Kari, turning to Davis, "Right, Davis?"
"I don't think it matters now, Kari," replied Davis, a sincere smile on his face, "We're a team, not a Dictatorship. Majority rules, I don't have agree with you for Cody to go, because he's going to go anyways."
"NO!" shouted Cody, "I'm not going! I'm going to stay here and face my fear!"
"Cody," said Davis, walking up to him.
"Nothing you say will change my mind!" shouted Cody, a bit louder than he intended.
Davis knelt before Cody, before giving him a good slap to the back of the head, getting his attention.
(AN1)
"Listen and listen good, Cody," said Davis, in a dangerously authoritative voice, "There are two ways to face your fear. One is to stand up to it. The other is to find another way to overcome it. We all know you're scared, but staying down here won't make it better. Do you remember what we talked about in the Digital Saloon?"
"Yeah," said Cody, quietly, because he now had a reason to be more scared of Davis at this particular moment.
(Flashback)
"Forget about it. You made as much contribution to the team as any of us. You got to learn to trust yourself, as much as we trust you. We all look out for each other, but we gotta understand that we need to believe in our own ability to do it for it to work right."
(Flashback End)
"This is your chance. It's your turn. We believe in you, but it won't make a difference until you believe in yourself. Now, get going and contact Joe. He's the only one who can really help us."
"Got it Davis," said Cody, suddenly realizing what he meant.
Cody got into the pod, and launched when MegaSeadramon wasn't looking. He got to the surface, and the gate just before MegaSeadramon broke through the surface.
'So, they managed to get one out,' thought MegaSeadramon, 'It won't matter. I'll just stop the others, then my Mistress will be unstoppable.'
(AN2)
When Cody got back at School, he realized that he left his D-Terminal back with the others by accident in the rush of NOT drowning.
'Darn it,' thought Cody, 'And since the others are still there, I can' access the email program. Guess I have to do this the hard way.'
Cody raced home, and called Joe's Cell Phone, only to find that he was still taking a test. He quickly looked up where his School's campus was and headed out, only to find his mom and grandpa exiting the elevator.
"Oh good, Cody," said his mom, Fumiko, "You're home. Do you mind running a few errands for me?"
"I'm sorry, but I can't," said Cody, "I'm kinda busy at the moment."
"And what is so important that you don't have time for family?" asked Fumiko.
"I uh…" hesitated Cody, as Izzy and the others really made him and Yolei promise to not tell their families about the Digital World, "I wish I could tell you, but I can't."
"I don't like it when you keep secrets from me," said Fumiko.
"There's no need to pressure him, Fumiko," said his grandfather, Chikara, "When he's ready, he'll tell us. Until then, it's better to keep a secret than tell a lie. Even a white lie is dangerous to tell, unless someone's life is in danger."
"Thank you, Grandpa," said Cody, "I promise to tell you when I'm ready."
With that, he got in the Elevator and left.
"Are you sure?" asked Fumiko.
"Knowing Cody, it's probably about his friend, Davis. I remember Davis telling me had a condition that started a few years back. He didn't want it to be known by everyone, so he tells those he trusts. Believe me, Fumiko, when you get to be my age, patience allows you to learn many truths when the time is right."
"If you say so," replied Fumiko, not having any reason to doubt her father-in-law. The man was smart; she'll give him that.
(AN3)
When Cody got to the right building, he asked the teacher at the front desk to see Joe immediately.
"I'm sorry, he's still finishing up his test," replied the Teacher, "I'm afraid you'll have to wait. Now, if it's an emergency, like a family or friend of his is in the Hospital, that's another story."
(AN4)
Cody hesitated, while he would be telling the truth that it was an emergency, he would be telling a lie about the hospital bit. Suddenly, Davis's words popped into his head again, and he then remembered about Davis's condition.
"It's his brother, Jim," said Cody, quickly, "Davis had another attack and he needs Joe's help immediately!"
The Teacher knew that Jim was respected Doctor, despite being only recently certified. If he needed Joe's help, then it must be serious.
"Very well, give a minute to get him," replied the teacher, before leaving to get Joe.
"I hope Davis forgives me for this," said Cody quietly, Davis told him not to blab it out, unless he actually needed it to be told to help him in emergencies, "This is about as close to an emergency as I can get."
The Teacher returned with Joe shortly, and after Joe signed out, he and Cody left for the Elementary School.
"This is just great," said Joe, as he turned his Cell Phone back on, "I'm glad I can retake the test, but Davis better have a good explanation for this."
"He's trapped at the bottom of a oil platform with the others," replied Cody, "I don't think there could be a better reason at this time."
"Right, good thing he mentioned to Izzy that the Digi-Egg of Reliability is underwater. I know just who can help us," said Joe, dialing up Izzy's number, "Izzy? Joe. Davis and the others are trapped in the Digital World. Where? Under the Ocean going after the last Digi-Egg, remember? Are you still able to contact Whamon? Good, cause we'll need his help."
"Whamon?" asked Cody.
"A good friend of ours from early in our journey. He's helped us out a lot."
(AN5)
"I'm on it, Joe," said Izzy, as he hung up. He returned to his computer and opened up a communication channel he hadn't used in many months, "Whamon, you there?"
"Izzy, it's so good to hear from you again," replied Whamon, "Everything alright?"
"Yes and no," replied Izzy, "You remember TK and Kari? They're trapped at the bottom of an Oil Platform with two new Digidestined, Davis and Yolei. Joe and the third new Digidestined, Cody, will meet you at the surface. We need your help to get them out of there without drowning or getting killed by MegaSeadramon."
"I'm on it," said Whamon, "I should be able to get there in about 20 minutes."
"Thanks Whamon, for everything."
"Don't mention it."
Meanwhile, back with the others, TK found a pick-ax and started digging for where the Digi-Egg signal was strongest. The others helped him, and found the Digi-Egg. They each tried pulling it, but no luck.
"Well, now we know it belongs to Cody," said TK.
"Now, if only he would believe it as well," replied Davis.
"I can't wait to see what my new form looks like," said Armadillomon, his eyes sparkling with anticipation.
"Don't worry," said Davis, "It'll be just what the 'Doctor' ordered."
Everyone stared at him for a moment.
"What, you don't get it?" asked Davis, before chuckling lamely, "Guess you wouldn't. Digi-Egg of Reliability, the Symbol that Joe personifies, and he's working on becoming a Doctor?"
The other suddenly made the connection and started laughing. Davis laughed too, until he felt shocked enter into his system again, and he started coughing. The others stopped laughing immediately and went over to check on him.
"You okay, Davis?" asked Yolei.
"Just another shock. Nothing too bad," said Davis.
"I thought you were over that," said Kari.
"It has been getting better, but I guess with the limited Oxygen we have in here, its not helping things."
With that statement, everyone became slightly depressed at how long they had actually been down there. With Davis in this condition, he might be the first to go if Cody didn't get back in time.
Just then, Yolei yawned, wanting to go to sleep and wake up back home.
"Don't go to sleep," said Davis, slightly panting as the shocks faded for now, "We can't go to sleep, not until we know we're out of here."
"Wait," said Yolei, all drowsiness out of her, looking out the window, "Is that, Ikkakumon?"
Sure enough, it was, and Ikkakumon battled MegaSeadramon to get his attention off of Whamon making a grand entrance. Davis fell back, forgetting how big Whamon was.
"Whamon's Taxi Service," said Joe, "One way, all aboard."
"Let's go," said Patamon, flying into Whamon's mouth.
"Not without the Digi-Egg," said TK.
Everyone but Davis, TK, Veemon, and Armadillomon got in.
"Glad to see you again, Whamon," said Kari, remembering the last time she saw him, "You've lost weight, haven't you?"
"A few dozen pounds, nothing my next meal won't cure by tonight," replied Whamon.
"Hey, Cody," said TK, "Come on, get the Digi-Egg."
"The Symbol of Reliability," said Joe, "That's convenient."
"It's yours," said Davis, "So get it and let's get out of here."
"I can't," said Cody, "I don't deserve it. I left you guys here alone. I shouldn't have abandoned you."
"Cody!" said Davis, in a voice that reminded Cody of his Grandfather, "You did the right thing. You couldn't save us by yourself even if you were here to get the Digi-Egg. You never gave up on yourself, like we didn't give up on you."
"He's right, Cody," said Joe, as he helped Cody get down to the Digi-Egg, "I had to learn the hard way that to be truly reliable, I had to rely on myself just as much as the others relied on me. Believe me, if it wasn't for this symbol, I don't think I would have become as strong-willed as I am today about helping others. It's because of the Symbol of Reliability that I learned to believe in myself. You never know how strong you can become until you believe in your own power."
"Thanks, you guys," said Cody, feeling tears in his eyes, but he wiped them away. He grabbed the Digi-Egg, and after a few seconds struggle, he lifted it up, "Digi-Armor Energize!"
Armadillomon Armor-Digivolve TO…
Submarimon: Reliable Guardian of the Seas.
"Alright, now let's get out of here," said Joe, as he, TK, Davis, and Veemon got into Whamon.
"Cody," said Submarimon, "If you truly want to get over your fear of being trapped underwater, then take control of your own Submarine Digimon and see what it's really like to be in control of the fear."
"I'm right with you, Submarimon," said Cody, as he got in the hollowed out portion of Submarimon's back, "Let's go help Ikkakumon."
After helping out Ikkakumon, both of them get rid of the Dark Spiral by working together, unfortunately, the red in MegaSeadramon's eyes didn't go away. Instead, he immediately went towards the surface.
(AN6)
After Whamon got to the surface, everyone got out, to enjoy the fresh air, sea air as it was, and waited for the result of the battle with MegaSeadramon. MegaSeadramon burst out of the water and immediately turned his gaze onto Davis.
'Uh oh,' thought Davis, 'this never happened!'
Davis began running away, taking the group out of the target range. Veemon Armor-Digivolved into Flamedramon and attack with a Fire Rocket, but MegaSeadramon's Lightning Javelin stopped him short and knocked him back into his Veemon form. He then Armor-Digivolved into Raidramon and raced after Davis to help him. Submarimon got to the surface and De-Digivolved into Armadillomon after Cody got out.
"What's going on?" asked Cody, "I thought MegaSeadramon was supposed to be back to normal."
"Uh oh," said Joe, "He's different than the MegaSeadramon that worked for Myotismon."
"Different, how?" asked Kari, worried for Davis.
"Let's Digivolve and take him down," said TK, readying his D-Terminal.
"STOP!" shouted Davis, riding on the back of Raidramon, rejoining the others for the moment, "We can't battle him head on like this, he's too powerful."
"What do we do then?" asked Yolei.
"Veemon and I have to battle him ourselves, without holding back," said Davis, getting serious, and started flaring up his Power of Miracles in a small aura, "Cody, can I borrow the Digi-Egg of Reliability real quick."
"Um, sure," said Cody, handing over his D-Terminal.
"DIGI-ARMOR ENERGIZE!" shouted Davis.
Veemon Armor-Digivolve to…
Depthmon: Armored Warrior of the Sea!
Depthmon tackled MegaSeadramon into the ocean, away form the others.
"Marine Knives!" shouted Depthmon, shooting about a dozen knives at MegaSeadramon, who blocked it with his helmet, "Darn it."
"Lightning Javelin!" countered MegaSeadramon.
Depthmon got out of the way, and swam towards MegaSeadramon faster than he could react.
"Power Pulse!" he shouted, launching two energy fists at him, forcing him back, "Now to finish this: Sargasso Drag!"
MegaSeadramon got caught up in the whirlpool and couldn't make a move.
"Bubble Bombs!" called out Depthmon, letting loose a half dozen bubbles that grew with each second, and once caught in the whirlpool, they exploded, destroying MegaSeadramon, or rather the Control Spire MegaSeadramon.
After Depthmon returned to the surface, and De-Digivolved back into Veemon, the others wondered what happened to MegaSeadramon.
"I'll tell you later," replied Davis, "Right now, we need to get back."
"Before that," said Armadillomon, turning to Cody, "How would you like to truly conquer your fear of the ocean?"
"Really?" asked Cody.
"Really," replied Armadillomon, Armor-Digivolving back into Submarimon, and gave Cody a good tour of what the Ocean can be like.
"Seriously, mind explaining to us about why you destroyed MegaSeadramon?" asked TK.
"I'll tell you when we get back to school. I don' know how safe it is to talk here, even in the Digital World," replied Davis.
The others could respect that, as they knew that Davis knew their enemies, and how to beat them.
"Actually," said Joe, "Why don't we wait until we're all together for you to tell us?"
"Really?" said Yolei, "When?"
"At the reunion," said TK, catching onto Joe's idea.
"That's a great idea," said Kari, "That way, everyone can hear it at once, not to mention we're spending most of the day together."
"Why not?" replied Davis, as it gave him time to speak with Ken as well.
After Cody returned, they headed back to the Real World, ready for a good night's sleep.
Davis felt the rest of the week almost fly by. Friday afternoon, they had returned from yet another successful mission of destroying about a dozen control spires, and freeing about 5-dozen Digimon. Unfortunately, it wouldn't matter much unless they found a way to stop the Digimon Emperor for good. After they left school, to prepare for the Reunion tomorrow, Davis headed back to the Digital World from his Computer after supper, so as to not worry his parents.
(AN7)
Ken sighed, he had just watched as Depthmon destroyed MegaSeadramon. He didn't realize the MegaSeadramon he encountered this time around was a Control Spire Digimon. Good thing Davis acted fast, otherwise they might have been in trouble. After a few days passed of watching Davis lead the others in destroying more Control Spires, he thought about when Davis was going to visit again. After seeing MegaSeadramon for what he really was, Davis was bound to have some questions. Sure enough, Davis appeared shortly after 9:30 p.m., local time.
"Hey Ken," said Davis, "How've you been?"
"Alright, for the most part," replied Ken, "I'm just wondering how you got passed my firewall. I had this port password protected, you know."
"Well, it's not that hard when I actually know you that well," said Davis, "But you gotta be careful. I mean, 'Imperialdramon' is kinda obvious."
"At least it's not 'Yolei Ichijouji', or something crazy like that."
"Good point."
"Hello Davis," said Stingmon, returning from another day of training.
"Hey Stingmon," said Davis, "You ready to face off against Kimeramon?"
"We'll see," replied Stingmon, "I'm just glad I'm stronger this time."
"Speaking of which," said Ken, "I'm impressed with the way you handled MegaSeadramon. And no, I did NOT know Arukenimon had made a MegaSeadramon at the time. I'm surprised that I was still able to control him."
"I don't know about that," said Davis, "He was smart, for even a Control Spire Digimon. I think he might have been pretending to follow your orders, or at least partially, until the Dark Spiral was removed so he could go all out. This does prove one thing though…"
"Arukenimon is getting smarter," replied Ken, knowing where Davis was going with this, "I just hope we don't need to actually DNA Digivolve to defeat Kimeramon."
"No," said Davis, shaking his head, "I have a feeling it's going to take something else, that's just as powerful, if not more so."
"Are you sure you don't want to go ahead and take the Digi-Egg now?"
"It wouldn't mean as much, nor would it prevent questions from raising later on."
"Have a good night Davis," said Ken, "See ya before the break is over."
"See ya then," replied Davis, as he returned to his room.
On the morning of the Reunion, Davis got up early and trained with Veemon in his secret spot for about an hour before returning for a shower and breakfast. He met with the others around 10:30, as TK was telling Yolei and Cody about his first adventure, starting with Summer Camp.
"Hey guys," said Davis, as he joined them, "Ready for a good day off?"
"You have no idea," replied TK.
"HEY! We're not late, are we?" shouted out a voice.
Everyone turned to see Tai leading the older kids, even Mimi who traveled through the Digital World the night before to be there for the reunion. After everyone exchanged greetings, the older group gave their accounts of the first part of their adventure, meaning Devimon and his Black Gears. It took the better part of an hour, and they all decided to split up for lunch and meet up later that day, after the rest of Joe's classes were down. Davis, as well as Cody, joined Tai, Kari, and Izzy over at Tai and Kari's house to open up a new port.
"Really?" asked Davis, "I thought you could go to the Internet, and then use Gennai's transfer program from there. It's not the fastest, but it works."
"We need a faster transport method," said Izzy, "Not to mention I haven't had contact from Gennai since the Diaboromon incident."
(AN8)
"Besides, since you're not surprised by this," added Tai, "I assume you already have one on your computer?"
"For emergencies," replied Davis coolly, "I've barely had to use it this past month or so."
"Do you realize how dangerous that is?" asked Kari.
"Jun's helping me," replied Davis, "She knows about Veemon, so she helps out if I need a quick excuse."
"Lucky you," replied Cody.
"We need to meet up with the others," said Izzy, "I believe you still have some explaining to do, Davis."
"Right," replied Davis, knowing he had to let them know now, instead of later. He did promise to tell them as the situation arose, and it did with MegaSeadramon.
After Joe was let out of class, everyone reconvened at the New Station, where the first final battle with Myotismon took place. Davis remembered this place well, as it was where he changed history forever. On their way over, Davis felt minor shocks trying to build within his system, but with his bond with DemiVeemon and Ken working overtime, he was able to keep them to a minimum. Davis looked around, and saw once or twice Oikawa, who was watching them from afar. Every time he saw him, Oikawa had a small smirk on his face. It was probably nothing, as he knew that Oikawa knew that the twelve of them were the Digidestined, and they were celebrating the anniversary of Myotismon's death.
Soon, a dark cloud appeared overhead, bringing lightning the struck the station, blacking out the power and sending everyone in the building out of it. After they left, Gatomon led the way inside, having heard something with her cat hearing. When they got there, they recognized the room they were in, particularly Kari, Gatomon, and Davis. It was here that Phantomon held Kari captive until Myotismon arrived. It was here that they nearly lost Kari AND Gatomon. It was here where Davis changed history. And Gatomon knew who was calling her, as soon as she heard his voice. The shadow, which had been plaguing the station for the better part of the day finally stopped in front of Gatomon, before revealing himself as Wizardmon.
"Wizardmon," said Gatomon, "It's so good to see you again."
"Same with you, Gatomon," replied Wizardmon, "I see much has changed in four years."
"I never got to thank you," said Davis, surprising everyone, "for before."
"I did not have the strength to heal you, Daisuke," replied Wizardmon, "You have no need to thank me."
"No," countered Davis, "I meant, thank you for helping Kari, and Gatomon."
"He's right," added Sora, "It's thanks to you we were able to reunite Kari and Gatomon together, and defeat Myotismon."
"I see," said Wizardmon, "However, my time is short, so I must speak quickly."
"What is it, Wizardmon?" asked Gatomon.
"An darkness more powerful than anything you've ever seen before is beginning to awaken. I believe you know of it, Davis," said Wizardmon, "When Kindness releases the Golden Radiance, it will be enough to turn the tide, but until all become one, the darkness will not be destroyed."
"Are you saying…" started Davis.
"He knows of your powers, as do I," replied Wizardmon, "The Golden Radiance was enough last time, however he will be stronger, and you need everyone's help to defeat him."
"I won't let you down," said Davis, a determined look on his face.
"Your friend, the one who I will not mention, will be unable to help as much as he'd like," finished Wizardmon, "However, your bond will guide you through. Trust in it, and you will release a power even greater than that of the Golden Radiance."
Davis nodded; knowing whom Wizardmon was referring to. According to Veemon, nearly every powerful Digimon, Sovereigns included, knew of his power, and would know who he is when they see him. He guessed Wizardmon was either informed, or knew as well when he first saw him.
"I wish I could do more," said Wizardmon, "But my time is nearly up."
"Wizardmon," cried Gatomon softly, holding out her hand.
Wizardmon held his hand out to meet hers, but went through it.
"Why weren't you reborn?" asked Davis.
"Because I needed to remain here," said Wizardmon, "I must now return. I hope to see you after I've been reborn."
"Same here," said Tai, "We owe you more than we can say. Good luck."
"Thank you my friends," said Wizardmon, "I hope to see you soon, Gatomon. Until then, please don't cry. I don't like it when you cry."
"Wizardmon," said Gatomon, "You're a true friend. I'll see you again someday."
"Farewell," said Wizardmon, as he drifted out the window into the fog, where he died four years ago.
"He came back," said Mimi, feeling tears well up, "To help us again."
"We'll get them, for sure," said Joe.
"To honor Wizardmon's memory," added Izzy.
'Kimeramon,' thought Davis, 'Was that who I heard over a month ago?
"Okay Davis," said Matt, "Mind telling us who this 'friend' is?"
"Or better yet, why'd you destroy MegaSeadramon the other day?" spoke up TK.
"My 'friend', you'll meet soon enough," replied Davis, "The enemy Wizardmon was talking about was not the same as the one I'm going to tell you about; however, they're going to be just as powerful, if not more so. The MegaSeadramon Depthmon destroyed was a copy. This Digimon can make copies of Digimon using a raw material that's abundant in the Digital World. It's through these Digimon, that she has been trying to kill Veemon and me over the past several weeks. I encountered a Mikemon first, next was the Fangmon that ruined our Saturday Picnic with Mimi. Now, MegaSeadramon, which means she's getting more desperate if she's making Ultimate Digimon. I'll tell you more after we defeat the Digimon Emperor."
Davis left after that, leaving the others to wonder even more about whom Davis's 'friend' was, and whom their true enemy that was creating Digimon was.
"Let's get home," said Tai, "We need to make a plan later. The objective: defeat the Digimon Emperor."
"Right," replied the others, before they left as well.
When Matt got home, he found his dad trying to fix supper.
"Everything alright, Matt?" asked Mr. Ishida.
"Remember the shadow you were talking about?" asked Matt.
"Yeah, why?"
"It was actually an old friend of ours. It was Wizardmon."
"Wizardmon," said Mr. Ishida, remembering the time he helped him four years ago, "I thought I recognized the shadow. What's up?"
"We, and I mean TK more so than me, have been going to the Digital after school to protect it once again," replied Matt, "Now, it's getting to the point where they need to be there for longer than a day to stop the current evil there. I'm not sure how though."
"Funny," said Mr. Ishida, "I remember getting a call from Davis just this morning about planning a trip over the fall break. He didn't give any details, and said he would talk to the others. I don't suppose this would have anything to do with it?"
"I'm not giving the kid enough credit," said Matt softly, "We'll get back to you on that tomorrow, but if you don't mind chaperoning, that'd be great."
"Sure," said Mr. Ishida, "I could use a few days off, goodness knows I've been working too much lately.
"Yeah. Night Dad."
"Night son."
(AN9)
The next day, most everyone split into groups of two and three to search different areas in finding the base. The group of Izzy and Cody had the most luck, and nearly all of it bad. They were spotted and needed a quick getaway. Unfortunately, Ken showed up on a Devidramon, chuckling at who showed up (again).
"Well, well," said Ken, "For the bearers of 'Knowledge', you sure were stupid to pick this spot to be in."
"Izzy," said Tentomon, "I need to Digivolve!"
Tentomon Digivolve to…
"Sorry," said Ken, holding out his D-3, and canceling the connection for Tentomon to Digivolve, "You forget, this is the NON-Digivolving section. Please move to the Digivolving section if you want to Digivolve."
Digmon dug a hole right under Izzy and Cody's path, allowing them to escape.
"Phase 1 is complete. Now for phase 2," said Ken, pulling back, allowing Tentomon to Digivolve and get Izzy, Cody, and Armadillomon to the Digiport, "Good to see Kabuterimon again. It's not easy finding real representations of the parts you need to make a good Digimon."
With that, Ken returned to base, ready to enact the next part of his and Davis's plan.
After everyone got back, they had to plan their next step carefully. The figured out the best way to stop the Control Spires was to destroy the base.
'Not if Ken and I can help it,' thought Davis, 'If we can save it, we can use it to have a safe point of entry, and a mobile training ground to get stronger.'
(AN10)
"Well, with the task ahead," said TK, "We'll need to be there longer than one day."
"You're right," said Kari, "What are we going to do?"
"Camping," said Tai.
"Yep, a Camping Trip is the perfect thing to do at a time like this," added Matt.
"Why?" asked Yolei.
"Because, it covers our being gone," said Davis, "The bad news is we still have a time limit. Fall break is only a few days. We'll need to work fast."
"Davis is right," said Kari, "We can't miss school."
"So, it's settled," said Izzy, before hearing a knock on the door. After a few seconds of rearranging themselves, "Come in."
"Hey Izzy," said his Mom, Mrs. Izumi, "Good to see all of you again. Everything alright?"
"Yep, just planning a camping trip for fall break," replied Izzy, who was holding the Digimon pretending to be stuffed toys, "We were just working out the details."
"That's great," replied Mrs. Izumi, "But, you'll need a chaperone."
"My dad's agreed to do it," said Matt, "He's been working overtime, so he's putting a few days in to relax a bit."
"Are you sure," whispered Tai.
"Yes," replied Matt, "Apparently Davis already called him before the reunion."
"Seriously don't give him enough credit," said Tai.
"Ditto," finished Matt.
"That's wonderful," replied Mrs. Izumi, "Be careful, and make sure to pack the essentials."
"Yes mom/Mrs. Izumi," replied the others.
So, over the next two days, everyone packed enough food and equipment for about a 5-day trip. The night before the trip, Jun peeked in on her brother.
"Davis, I think I've got a problem," said Jun.
"What is it?" asked Davis, turning around to see what was up.
"It's MetalKoromon," said Jun, "Or rather…"
"Don't tell me," said Davis, "He Digivolved, right?"
"Yep," said Jun, "Now I've got to use 'Kapurimon' as a stuffed animal, which will go over REAL well with mom and dad."
"I've got an idea," said Davis, "Why not join us on the camping trip. While I'm gone, Tai and the others can help you take care of him."
"Alright," said Jun, "Mind watching over him while I get packed?"
"Why not, DemiVeemon could use someone to keep him occupied."
"HEY!" said DemiVeemon, slightly offended, from his spot on the bed.
Davis just chuckled, and DemiVeemon joined him, knowing he was half-joking.
"Thanks," said Jun, leaving Kapurimon to get ready.
"Hey, Andromon," said Davis, "Do you know about me? About who I am?"
"I heard about you over the summer, before the Emperor took over my area. I'm glad you did what you did," replied Kapurimon, "Otherwise, I wouldn't have had a chance to meet my partner."
"How will the others react?" asked Davis.
"Probably shocked at first, then ask questions as to how I lived, followed by how much I know about you."
"Sounds about right."
So, Kapurimon and DemiVeemon talked and played while Davis finished packing. Afterwards Jun returned when she was done, and they went to sleep, ready for the next day.
(AN11)
Wednesday morning came early for both siblings. They both ate breakfast and headed out to meet everyone at Izzy's place, where Davis and the others would head to the Digital World, while Tai, Matt, and Izzy, along with Jun, would head out with Matt and TK's dad to the campsite. When they got there, they found a hyperactive Yolei who couldn't wait to start on the mission.
"Is it just me, or is Yolei acting Different than normal?" whispered Davis.
"How should I know? You know her better," replied Jun.
"Uh, Davis," said Tai, "What's Jun doing here?"
"She'll explain on the way," replied Davis, "I'm sure you'll be surprised when hear the good news."
"Jun's going with us and there's supposed to be good news?" deadpanned Tai.
"Don't be like that Tai," said Matt, as he entered, "We'll be glad for you to join us, Jun. I'm sure we'll be VERY interested to hear the good news."
'Okay, that's different,' thought Davis, 'But I guess it could make sense, them actually being friends this time around and Jun NOT being an obsessive fangirl. Two plusses I didn't account for, but not arguing all the same.'
Yolei, in the mood she was in, led the group, who wouldn't stop her on ANY reason, and they left for the Digital World through Izzy's Laptop. After that, the boys, and Jun, finished getting Izzy's stuff together and headed downstairs to meet Mr. Ishida, who was waiting on them.
"You're going to be joining us, Jun?" asked Mr. Ishida.
"Yep, Davis said I could go," replied Jun.
"But, he also said you could explain why you are allowed to go," reminded Tai.
After they got going, Jun opened up her bag.
"Well, it begins with him," said Jun, as Kapurimon hopped out of the bag, enjoying the fresh air.
"A Digimon!" exclaimed the boys.
"Yep, Kapurimon to be exact," replied Jun, "Davis brought this Digi-Egg to me a couple of months ago. It hatched a few days later. I've been taking care of him ever since."
"Really," said Izzy, now interested, "Davis never mentioned you being a Digidestined."
"Davis didn't want anyone to know. I'm supposed to be like a secret weapon of sorts."
"Well, we'll be sure to help you as best we can," said Tai, glad that it wasn't just a whim for Davis to suddenly include his sister.
So, Jun explained over the last couple of months how Davis helped her the best he could with MetalKoromon, who was Andromon reborn.
Meanwhile, in the Digital World, Yolei was as pumped as ever.
'I can hardly watch this, and I can only think this might be her first,' thought Davis, as she continued to be hyperactive.
She didn't let up, not for another ten minutes, spouting out some nonsense, and some truth, which Davis confirmed.
"It flew off," said Yolei, "I mean, if he's really that smart, wouldn't he be able to use hover technology to make his base fly."
"That would require a lot of power," replied TK, "And months of research."
"You forget," countered Davis, "This is the Digital World. More possibilities are available. We need to find a suitable place to camp for the night and find out which direction to go in."
"You've got to be kidding me!" exclaimed Yolei, getting down from the Control Spire she climbed up and got in Davis's face, "It's only four o'clock! We've got to continue the search NOW!"
Yolei moved off to set up rope to repel down into the canyon left behind by the base.
"Someone please stop her," said Patamon.
"With that hammer? Good luck," replied Hawkmon.
"She'll be back to normal tomorrow, I think," said Davis, who was still unsure how long this lasted, as it was different for each female.
(AN12)
Yolei started repelling down the side, unfortunately waking up a sleeping Dokugumon. The Arachnid-Type Digimon shot out his Poison Thread attack, forcing Hawkmon to get Yolei out of the way and taking the full brunt of the attack himself.
"HAWKMON!" cried out Yolei, her emotions doing a 180 in a heartbeat.
"Veemon," said Davis, "Take him!"
Veemon Armor-Digivolve to…
Flamedramon!
Flamedramon tackled Dokugumon back, allowing the others to pull up Yolei and Hawkmon. After getting Dokugumon back on the ground, he fell back and gathered his power.
"Poison Thread!" shouted Dokugumon.
"Fire Rocket!" countered Flamedramon, shouting out dozens of Fireballs to counter the Poison Thread, "You're done for! FIRE ROCKET!"
Igniting himself, Flamedramon tackled Dokugumon again, destroying the Dark Spiral.
"Now that's overkill," said Kari.
"Funny enough, I agree," replied Davis, as Flamedramon landed and changed back into Veemon.
"Hey," said Veemon, "When it comes to protecting friends, I don't hold back. Now let's find some shelter under those trees so we can treat Hawkmon's wounds."
No one argued, as he was right. Yolei, who had been overexcited before, was now overly worried about her partner.
'Yep,' thought Davis, as it seemed that Yolei couldn't control her emotions for the time being, 'must be her time of the month, and she doesn't even know it.'
"Yolei, stay here with Kari," said Davis, taking the lead again, "We'll search for a trace of where he went."
"Sure thing," said Yolei, dejected that she failed to help out as much as she wanted to.
After the boys left, Kari turned to Yolei.
"I know you want to help out, but you don't have to go commando crazy on us. We're a team, and we help each other."
"I know that, but something in me snapped last night, and it's like I couldn't stop myself from being super active. I don't know how I got any sleep last night."
Hawkmon woke up shortly after that.
"Are you alright, Yolei?" he asked.
"I should be asking you that," said Yolei, "I don't deserve you as a partner. I totally messed up today."
"Yet, you realize your mistake, right?" countered Hawkmon, and at Yolei's nod, "Then you won't do it again, and be able to improve next time. Now, do you mind getting off my tail feathers?"
Kari and Gatomon just chuckled as Yolei let go of Hawkmon enough for him to get comfortable again. After a couple of hours, the boys returned, having seen the base in the vicinity, but couldn't get close enough to do anything about it. That night they heard something, and found it to be the Emperor's base, who decided to head back over to give them a slightly easier time keeping up with him. Unfortunately, it was only the first night. They had a long way to go before the battle was over.
(Chapter End)
Well, I did say it was about normal length, right?
Dx: Well, you added stuff, and took others out, so it's a balance I guess.
Warriormon: Of course it's a balance. Let's just hope the masses don't start hating this for bringing Jun back.
Dragomon: Yep, there aren't too many fans of Jun out there, huh?
LR: Well, it's his story, if they don't like it, they don't have to read it.
Jenny: One thing's for sure: He's going about it the right way, and not making her an annoying fangirl.
(Group shudders)
RDF1: Yep, fangirls don't exist while I'm writing, or at least in characters I appreciate.
Warriormon: Well, let's go. Hey Dragomon, want to wail on him while he's here?
Dragomon: Why not?
Dx: Not without me you're not!
RDF1: GUYS! Don't spoil anything!
Jenny: Let them have their fun, then punish them next chapter.
RDF1: I'm kinda running out of ideas.
Oh well, next time: The Digidestined are in for the fight of their lives, as Ken, although is trying to help them, can't do much until Kimeramon starts going off on his own.
RDF1: You heard right: I'm doing another three episodes next chapter.
Dx: Which will be sometime next month.
RDF1: I don't have much time to update, since I don't normally have three days off in a ROW!
Dx: Has that ever stopped you before?
RDF1: Depends. But, time to wrap this up.
Author Notes:
AN1: Yes, I had Davis do a Gibbs-slap, which I do NOT own. It's better than slapping him in his face, as the back of the head's a wake up call, the face is shaming the one who got slapped.
AN2: No, that is NOT a typo, as you will find out while reading, unless you waited to read this until the end, in which case you already know why.
AN3: Just something I wanted to add, as they never really got enough screen time in that scene.
AN4: I know he just said family, but if a close friend of yours were in the hospital, wouldn't you want to be there to see him/her and maybe try to find a way to help out?
AN5: Felt this scene needed to be added, as it wasn't shown in the anime.
AN6: Added scene to compliment the earlier scene. Also gives a reason for Veemon to Armor-Digivolve into a new form.
AN7: Another scene to be added, since Ken IS still a big part of this story.
AN8: Kinda makes sense, don't you think? I mean, Gennai isn't even seen until after Christmas, right?
AN9: Again, something to be changed, but added since Matt and TK's dad is the most accepting of the Digimon, which kinda questions how he accepts them so easily?
AN10: Something I thought of literally as I was writing this scene. It totally makes sense when you think about it.
AN11: Something I changed, because of the change in Jun's character I've done. I also wanted Jun there so she could learn more about raising a Digimon from the 'Professionals'.
AN12: If you don't know what I'm talking about yet, then either you're too young, or hadn't learned this yet despite being old enough.
I think that's all.
Jenny: Good think I can't have one of those. Otherwise…
RDF1: Otherwise I'd really have to question a LOT of things about myself.
LOL. Anyways, until next time…
Later,
RDF1