I'M ALIVE! I MADE IT TO FIFTEEN YEARS OF AGE! I'm so happy that I'm crying tears of joy! T.T This story obviously isn't taking on a turn of events that you (the readers) expected. Nobody expected me to kill off my OC and favorite character. And what was with Anexles and the look on her face before she left. Is Riku becoming a sap like Sora? READ TO FIND OUT!

Me: Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow! (contiunes to hum)

Roxas: She's happy. That can't be good.

Kairi: I wonder why, though. We nearly got her killed in last chapters disclaimer, so why is she whistling?

Me: It's my fifteenth B-day today and it snowed in a place we only ever get rain. There's no reason for me to be unhappy.

Sora: No, but you traumatized Riku.

Me: ???

Namine: You know what you did. You killed Miyu right in front of him and he couldn't do anything to stop it!

Me: Who, me? Couldn't be! Then who?!

Riku:...

Sora, Kairi, Roxas, Namine: ... We're sorry we couldn't help.

Riku: ... (Turns around and walks away)

Me: No one is happy with me right now, BUT OH WELL! I don't own anything. Never have! Never will. (Sigh) TO THE STORY!

CHAPTER 11: Hidden Potential

Twilight Town Forest~

[Namine POV]

I was taking a look around the real Twilight Town and giving Roxas some time with his old friends. He deserved that much after I ruined his life. Further inside the forest, I heard yelling, and I saw smoke rising from inside a small clearing near the center. What was going on there? I started to run forward when the screaming stopped. 'I wonder what happened?' I thought. That's when I saw a flash of silver and froze.

Unknown~

[Riku POV]

I turned away and entered deeper into the forest. That's when I saw her...

"Namine," I acknowledged.

"Riku?" she asked me. "Why are you here? I thought that you and Miyu were going to search a new world. Where IS Miyu?" she continued to question. I just closed my eyes and turned back to face the direction I came from, feeling the color drain from my face. I couldn't face my friends and tell them I let Miyu die. She could have been our only hope in saving the worlds for a third time, but now she... She.... I didn't even want to think about what had happened anymore as I slowly sank to my knee's in despair.

"Riku!" Namine shouted my name, though it only sounded like a whisper. "What happened!" All I could manage was a small gesture in the direction of the small clearing in the center of the forest. She sprinted off, only to find disaster waiting. I listened for her scream, or the sound of her footsteps retreating back this way, but neither showed. Curious, I got up and hesitantly made my way back, bracing myself for anything.

The Usual Spot~

[Roxas POV]

This was an amazing day. I know that doesn't sound good or anything, but... I don't honestly care! My friends from the virtual Twilight Town were back and they remembered me! They did ask what happened to me because one day, I just disappeared without a trace. I just answered them briefly by saying "Someone was waiting for me and they needed my help." I didn't go any deeper out of fear, but the trio accepted it easy enough. That was hours ago and we spent the rest of the time just talking about stupid stuff. Now it was time to do what we came to do so we could get back and let the others know.

"It was great to see you guys again, but I can't stay," I told them. I saw sad looks cross their faces when Olette asked me why I couldn't. "The truth is, I'm here for information. Do you all remember the Nobodies that kept attacking the town?" I asked them. They nodded and I continued. "I'm looking for one of them named Xminjas. Have any of you heard anything about it?"

"No, sorry," Olette told me. "We'll let you know if we do."

"Okay. I'll be back soon to visit again, but I need to find Namine and let the others know what's going on." They all wave sadly at me. I took one last look at Hayner before leaving the hang out and saw he wasn't looking in my direction. I continued past the curtain and back into the alley. I had a pretty good idea of where Namine wandered off to, so I began the walk to the hole in the wall. After several minutes, I was inside the deep forest. I began the trek towards the mansion when I heard muffled sobs coming from somewhere close. I knew there was a small clearing near the center, so I headed that way instead of moving forward. I don't know what I expected to see, but it most certainly wasn't Namine crying on the ground next to Riku in front of a crashed Gummi ship. I ran towards the two of them to find out what was wrong with them, and instantly regretted the decision when I found out. I front of me was Miyu, eyes dead and body empty. She was laying down in a pool of her own blood with a dagger digging inside of her chest. I joined them on my knees, silent tears running down my face. My expression, I guessed, matched Riku's, only his went much deeper with the pain of watching the tragedy happen.

[Riku POV]

Several hours passed by, the three of us just sitting in front of Miyu, crying. I don't think Namine or Roxas saw me, but I wasn't sure. We sat there, unmoving for a long time, until I decided we had waited long enough and the others needed to know what happened. I voiced my opinion.

"Guy's, I think we've sat here long enough. We should go back to the castle and let the others know," I mumbled, my voice rough.

"Yeah," Roxas agreed. He probably just wanted to get away from the death that lingered here. I couldn't have agreed more. "Nam, do you think you could conjure a portal for us back to the hanger?"

With a small flick of her wrist, a Dark Corridor opened in front of us. With Roxas supporting her weight, the two stepped inside, with me quickly following.

A short walk later, we arrived inside the hanger and were greeted by Chip and Dale telling us the others were already back and waiting in the audience chamber. I thanked them quietly and walked outside into the garden in the castles beautiful courtyard. Without pausing, I walked swiftly with unwanted purpose. I waited outside the giant doors for Roxas and Namine to catch up. Once they did, the small door opened and they walked inside with grim expressions. I followed, not so eager to give the news.

"We're here." Roxas whispered. Sora and Kairi were standing in front of Mickey, who sat on his throne with Donald and Goofy on either side of him. All five turned to face us, looks of happiness worn by the two teens, blank looks worn by the knight and magician, while Mickeys looked surprised and worried at the same time.

"Where's Miyu, Riku?" he asked me right away. I suddenly felt the need to stare at my shoes while water brimmed my eyes, threatening to spill. I heard Namine sob again, while Roxas sounded like he was choking. "What happened?"

"We were forced to crash land inside of Twilight Towns' forest. We were attacked as soon as we left the ship. Of course, the enemy would send someone with past ties to Miyu, just to mess with her head..." I paused, not for dramatic effect, but because of what happened next.

"Was it her dad?" Goofy asked. That's the only person he'd seen attack attack her.

"It couldn't have been Xminjas, could it?" asked Sora stupidly.

"Sora, she didn't know Xminjas before. At least, I don't think think she did." Kairi told him.

"We were attacked by a Nobody. She used the name Anexles. She had red eyes and long pink hair. She also happened to be Selena's Nobody," at that statement, everyone's jaw dropped to the floor.

"So then, Miyu was..." Mickey began, quickly puting the pieces together.

"She was stabbed in the chest," I said, turning my back on my friends, a slight tremble making itself audible in my tone. There were no words to be said as everyone grieved the loss of their newest comrade and friend. We stood in absolute silence for an immeasurable moment in time, until Mickey admitted to something he never would have, unless necessary.

"We can't win without her. We just lost the battle before it could even start," he said gravely, closing his eyes and burring his face in his gloved hands.

Unknown~

[Unknown POV]

Light... Dark... A combination of both? Names and faces leaving my thoughts, quickly vanishing just as I had. There was a feeling in my chest. It was a tingling sensation, not even a pleasant one. What had happened to cause this feeling? I couldn't remember. The only emotion I remembered or could register was a deep sorrow for leaving someone important to me behind. Who? Who did I leave? I couldn't remember anymore.

"Why did it end up like this?" a mysterious voice asked me. It sounded familiar, but I wasn't sure where I heard it before. I was forgetting things quickly, and the strange feeling in my chest wouldn't go away.

"You weren't supposed to die, Miyu," the voice continued on. Who was it that was speaking to me? Slowly, the memory of who it was came back to me, from how many years ago, I wasn't sure... but by this point it didn't matter. I was just glad I could remember. I think I was glad. It's hard to tell when emotions are nothing more than a blur running through your head.

"Are you...?" I let it hang, as I saw her signal for silence.

"Yes, I am," she answered. "But I am not glad to see you, as you are to see me."

"Why?"

"You are not meant to be dead. I wasn't told very much before hand, but I know that you are to experience many trials. You are also meant to come out of them with new strengths no one knew you capable of. This, I believe, is only one of the many you shall face," she finished. there was an ominous feeling running up my spine, making me shiver where I... I was floating. I finally decided it time to open my eyes, not even realizing that they were closed to begin with. As I looked around me, I took in the surroundings quickly. There were none. Everywhere I turned there was nothing but white. When I turned my back to the mysterious being, there was nothing but darkness. I was right on the line. Did that have some sort of significant meaning? I wasn't sure, so I decided to get some information.

"What do you mean, exactly?" I asked.

"I know your future, but only fragments. It is difficult for me to coexist here, within your mind. I have managed, but there are times when it is more difficult than others," a strange and unfamiliar look showed in her calm, brown eyes.

"I'm sorry. I think I know when it's more difficult, but do you know why I'm here? I don't mean in my mind, or with you. I mean, why am I right on the line between light and darkness?"

"Because that is where your power lies. You are able to control both elements freely, just as you can manipulate other beings souls. You received this power from me, now I will revive you. Subconsciously, you removed your own soul from your body so it could continue to live on. I will heal your wounds and that shall allow you to bring your soul back."

There was a flash of blue and I felt a pain hidden deep inside my chest recede like it was never there in the first place.

"There will be some changes you will experience, but nothing major. You are currently in Twilight Towns' forest, in the center. Head South and you will find the town. You will find your way, and discover new things about yourself in the process. Good luck, Miyu..." her voice faded. Though I realized she could no longer hear me, I said a sincere "Thank you, Mom," and I left in a flash of light.

Were you guys expecting that the person was Miyu's mom? I'm sure from my last authors note that you all guessed I wouldn't leave Miyu dead in the woods. I may be sadistic, but... Ok, forget I said that. I only torture. I don not kill unless completely necessary. Thanks to all the reviewers and readers and to those of you who voted in the poll. It's still open and not many have voted, so please do. It'll be a B-day present from you! I'll see you next chapter! JA MATA NE!