Fire Emblem Fates: Bloodlines

By, Antex-The Legendary Zoroark

Disclaimer: I own nothing except this story and anything else that I and I alone came up with. Should I use anything that is not mine and is seen by others, all original ideas go to their respective creators. I am merely borrowing/using them in passing.

«Chapter 10»

(3rd POV)

Kaze smiled to himself as he and Rinkah moved both Cayden and Princess Kamui into the caravan that Kagero was currently handling to smuggle them into Hoshido.

As Rinkah finished putting them in the back, she grunted and said, "Ugh. Man. My back is killing me. They're heavier than they look."

"What's this? I never knew you to be one that complains Rinkah." Kaze joked with a small smile.

Rinkah rolled her eyes. "Oh great. Kaze is joking around. Now I know the end of the world is near!" After that, the two laughed for a small bit.

Let it be known that while Rinkah and Kaze weren't close, they were still good friends with the other. Kaze more-so than his brother Saizo.

Once the two had regained their composure, Kaze said, "I'll inform Kagero that we are ready to leave. Please watch the two in the back okay Rinkah?"

Rinkah gave her signature smirk and replied, "That's what I was planning wise guy. But that reminds me, don't you have to inform Lady Mikoto? Where will we stop while you do that?"

"Hmm…" Kaze hummed in thought. "I believe I know where. We'll stop by one of the Flame Tribe's old settlements. You and Kagero will watch the two while I go and inform Lady Mikoto. Fair enough?"

"Alright. Sounds like a plan. Well? What're we waiting for? Let's get moving." Rinkah said, back to her usual fiery self.

As she passed by Kaze, he couldn't help but sigh. He hoped that Princess Kamui will take this sudden…revelation well…

Cayden's Mindscape…

(Cayden POV)

Cayden grunted as he slowly awoke in his Inner Mindscape. Surprisingly though, he didn't sense Grima anywhere.

Cayden immediately began to slightly panic. The Fell Dragon couldn't have escaped could it? No. That was impossible. Naga and Anankos DID say he was stuck here with him regardless of what he did. But that didn't explain where the dragon was…

"My, my…so good to see you again boy…" A familiar voice called out. Cayden immediately began to shiver in fright. He knew that voice. It was the same voice that he heard when he was...murdered.

A dark shadow then appeared from underneath Cayden's own and took on a shadowy form that helped keep the identity a secret. All Cayden could see were white eyes gleaming with evil.

Cayden then jumped back and took on a fighting pose, but realized he was without a weapon.

"Oh my…is that anyway to treat a guest in your Inner Mindscape boy? I thought you'd be thanking me that I brought you here. Ha ha ha!" The shadow laughed gleefully.

Cayden gritted his teeth. "Who the hell are you? Why're you here in my head?!"

"Oh? I should think it's obvious. I merely wanted to see how you're progressing. It seems you've gotten a bit stronger, but you're still lacking…"

"You didn't answer my question!" Cayden snapped. "And what do you mean I'm lacking?!"

"Temper boy. You may know me as Enigma. As for why you're lacking, you already know where you're headed correct? Hoshido. Do you really think you can save those who're destined to die?"

"You mean…Mikoto and Scarlet don't you?"

"Correct." Enigma said. "You should know that you'll NEVER be strong enough to change fate. Fate is always in motion and cannot be stopped. Eventually, you'll succumb to your darkness and become my newest servant…"

"You're wrong!" Cayden shouted. "I will become strong! And I WILL save as many as I can! Fate can go and take a hike!"

"I must say that your…courage…is quite interesting. But you're still hopelessly naïve. I can already sense the doubt you have in your heart. You'll be mine one day boy; make no mistake."

The Mindscape soon began to shake and light began to filter in, before Cayden could utter a response. "Looks like you're about to awaken Cayden. We will meet again soon. Count on it! Eheh… ha ha ha ha!"

And with that laugh, everything went black, as Cayden awoke.

Flame Tribe Settlement…

(Cayden POV)

I awoke from my crazy dream and shook my head. I could tell that I was sweating and still somewhat tired. I then also realized how cold I also was.

"Where am I?" I thought. "All I remember is leaving the Astral Plane, blacking out, and then seeing my murder in my dream. Wait a sec…"

I looked around and recognized the place I was in. Damn. Was it already nearing the Hoshido arc? Great. Just great. How am I gonna convince Kamui on which path to take? And just what did that Enigma guy say about me becoming his newest servant?

I guess it didn't matter at the moment. For now, I had to find Kamui. I put on my Tactician's Coat along with my Iron Sword, Tomes, and two Concoctions.

"I see you're awake." A voice said, startling me.

I raised my sword and swung at the figure watching me, but it was stopped by a shuriken blocking my blade.

"There is no need to be hostile. Please sheathe your weapon." The figure said.

I hesitantly did as I was told and asked, "Who're you? Step into the light."

The figure did so, revealing it to be a she garbed in Ninja clothing, with a yellow scarf, reddish-pink kunoichi attire, brown hair, fair skin, and a generous…ahem chest.

I knew who she was as soon as she stepped out of the shadows. This was Kagero. One of Ryoma's faithful retainers. How odd though. Was it because of my involvement that she was here along with most likely Rinkah and Kaze? Hmm…

I then was interrupted by a small cough and heard Kagero say to me bluntly, "You're staring."

I immediately blushed and shook my head. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to, I-"

She held up a hand for me to calm myself and so I did. She then said, "Relax. It's fine." I could only nod while she and I stayed silent for a couple minutes.

I then broke the silence asking, "Do you know where we are? And where's Kamui?"

She stared at me for a few more minutes and then said, "Ah right. I had almost forgotten that you are apparently her retainer. You and her were put into separate rooms just to be safe. Come. I'll take you to her." She then gestured me to follow and I did.

A couple minutes after looking around, I was able to notice something I hadn't from the game. "Is this place abandoned or something?"

"In a way, yes." Kagero answered me. "It used to be one of Hoshido's Flame Tribe settlements. Sadly, it was attacked when Nohr first struck before Lady Mikoto came to power."

"I see." I said.

A few more minutes of silence passed before we stopped at a sliding door. "We are here." Kagero said, stating the obvious. "Please wait while I inform Rinkah that you've awoken."

I nodded and she entered the room while I waited for a couple minutes. Eventually, Kagero came out and said, "You are free to enter. Do mind yourself though. I will be keeping an eye on you should you try to escape."

I nodded silently and entered. When I did, Kamui and I met each other's eyes and we both immediately hugged one another.

"Cayden! I'm so glad you're alright!" Kamui said whilst slightly sobbing.

"It's okay Kamui." I assured her. "I'm okay."

As Kamui and I continued to hold each other in a hug, we were interrupted by Kagero's slight cough and Rinkah's slight snickering.

Realizing we still had an audience, Kamui and I immediately separated with blushes on each of our faces.

"Ha ha ha! Oh man! What a riot! You two totally forgot we were here didn't you?" Rinkah chortled.

Kagero didn't say anything, but I swore I could see a tiny smirk.

We were all then interrupted by a knock on the door. Kamui immediately turned to the door then back to Rinkah, Kagero, and I.

"The Hoshidans have arrived to take me and Cayden haven't they?" She asked, slight fear in her tone.

Rinkah put on a serious face. "Yup. Looks like it you two."

Kagero then approached the both of us and said, "I am sorry, but I'll need to confiscate any weapons and cuff your hands while we head to Shirasagi."

Kamui looked to me nervously and I simply nodded for her to do as she said. Then, we both handed over our weapons over to the female ninja.

"C'mon. It's time we get going." Rinkah said, leading us out through the door.

A Few Minutes Later…

(Cayden POV)

We were led out the door, and lo and behold, Kaze awaited us.

"Oh!" Kamui gasped, recognizing him, "We meet again. Kaze, correct?" She asked.

Kaze nodded with a smile and replied, "Yes. That's correct. I'm glad you're safe Princess Kamui."

"You…are?" Kamui asked befuddled. "Am I missing something?"

Kaze looked up to her, serious now. He then closed his eyes and frowned slightly. "I'm afraid it's not my place to say. Follow us and everything will be explained to you and your companion." He ordered.

Kamui once again looked to me and I shrugged. "We best do as he says Kamui." I said.

"Alright. I trust your judgement Cayden." She then turned to Kaze. "Lead the way."

Kaze nodded and then we were finally off to Hoshido.

That Night; Border Between Hoshido/Nohr…

(Kamui POV)

I was restless and couldn't sleep. Deciding to take a small walk, I quickly dressed up in my armor (it was the only thing I had to wear besides the silk nightwear the Hoshidans provided Cayden and I).

Exiting my tent, I checked to see if anyone else was around. Seeing no one, I made sure not to walk too far off, as I was still, technically a prisoner of the enemy.

Resting on a small hilltop, I sat down and dipped my bare feet into the snow. I never knew snow could be so soft, yet so cold, but the feeling was welcomed.

Looking to the sky, I couldn't help but think to myself. 'The night sky is so beautiful. I never took the time to watch nature, seeing as I was always cooped up in the Northern Fortress. Looking now, it's almost as if I'm one with nature itself.'

"Kamui?" A voice called out to me, breaking my thoughts.

I turned around and saw Cayden behind me. "Oh Cayden," I said. "What're you doing here?"

"I could ask the same for you Kamui." He replied back.

"Just thinking is all." I said. "What about you?"

He seemed to be in thought for a bit before replying, "I guess you could say I had trouble sleeping due to a nightmare. It's not really important." He shook his head, and I could still sense he was troubled, yet he changed the subject quickly before I could ask what else was wrong.

"Anyway, enough about me. What were you thinking about? Was it what Kaze said?" He asked.

I simply nodded. "Yeah. It's like they're treating me as if they somehow know me from before. Yet…I just don't know how to explain it. I feel…something, I just don't know what. Do you have any idea of what I'm feeling Cayden?"

At first, Cayden didn't speak; only having a small, thoughtful frown on his face. He then spoke, yet his voice wasn't all there, as if he was speaking from experience.

"Tell me Kamui…when you see this place, what's this 'feeling' feel like?" He asked me.

"Well, umm… I guess familiarity?" I thought aloud.

"I see." He said. His frown was beginning to worry me a bit. What was he thinking?

It was then that he spoke again, "Throughout my travels, I've seen many things." He began. "From villages, kingdoms, even other royals. Yet, all had one thing in common. Can you guess what that was?"

"Uh, not really." I said. "What are you talking about?"

Cayden spoke again. "They were all home. They all had this feeling of belonging. This sense of familiarity like you're feeling. Now I'm not saying that it's fact, but maybe you're from around here? Maybe even been here somehow in the past?"

I scrunched my face slightly and replied, "But that's impossible." I said, "I've never been anywhere but Nohr or the Northern Fortress. Please Cayden…I must know…just...who am I?" I pleaded. If he knew something, I wanted to know. We were friends after all right?

Cayden sighed. He then said, "Before I answer, we will now and always be friends right?"

"Of course!" I said with no hesitation. "Why do you think otherwise?"

"Then here's your answer: I can see things. Visions of days past, and yet to come." He paused for a moment before continuing. "And in one of these visions, I see you in many of them. Your past…and your future. Some good, others…not so much."

I had nothing to say, so I continued to listen. He then continued.

"Throughout it all, I see you persevere. Yet your choices are affected by one action that takes place. Here, in Hoshido."

Still silent, I quietly whispered, "What action?"

"A choice between either loyalty, family, or truths." He then paused once more. He then sighed and said, "Each path you've chosen, I've seen them all. The good and bad. The truth is…that you are…"

"That's enough you Nohrian liar!" A voice stopped Cayden from speaking any further. I looked and we both saw Kaze with a fierce expression on his face. It was so out of character, that I was immediately taken aback.

He immediately withdrew a Shuriken and held it at Cayden's neck. "You know, when I first saw you, I could tell that your eyes held some sort of secret hidden in them. And now, thanks to the Queen's barrier revealing the truth, I know you're more than you seem Cayden of Nohr." Kaze then prepared to strike.

I was about to intervene, when I was suddenly restrained by the other ninja. Kagero if I remembered correctly.

When I heard someone's body hit the ground, I saw Cayden with his eyes closed whilst lying on the ground.

"Cayden!" I shouted. "No! Kaze! What're you doing?!" I screamed out. Kaze didn't answer and instead looked to Kagero.

"He knows things. Things he shouldn't. We'll need to interrogate him at Hoshido."

Kagero simply nodded, but I quickly shook my head. "What? What do you mean?! Why are you doing this?! Please! Let my friend g-"

I then began to black out. Looking towards the culprit, it was none other than Kagero, sticking some sort of dart in my neck.

The last thing I heard was Kaze's voice. "I'm sorry Princess Kamui. But this is for your own good. Rest now, and all will soon be made clear…"

(3rd POV)

Kaze and Kagero watched as Kamui immediately fell unconscious thanks to the drug Kagero used on her. He then turned to her.

"We must quickly make haste. The Queen will want to know about this."

"Agreed Kaze." She replied. "Such an unknown person with the knowledge of such secrets MUST be watched…"

TO BE CONTINUED!

Well what do you think of this little curveball? Looks like the Hoshido arc will be a little different!

I know some of you may hate me for leaving such a cliffhanger, but I could not resist! Rest assured, you will see what'll happen next soon! Until then, R&R!

P.S. The more reviews I get, the more motivated I'll be to write the next chapter! ~Antex