Chapter Fourteen: Plot Exposition, Where Would We Be Without It?
Disclaimer: I do not own Durarara or any other references I may use in this story.
Warning: Contains shounen-ai and eventual yaoi!
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"I forgot to ask, how exactly did you get here, anyway?" Isaías suddenly asked.
Shizuo blinked in confusion then face palmed, "That's right I'll have to use that to get back."
Isaías looked a bit apprehensive at Shizuo's reaction as the blond cryptically replied, "You'll see."
After reaching the starting point of the temple Shizuo pointed to the Sky Cannon's twin, aptly named the Ground Cannon or so Teki stated.
[A/N: I decided to name the Sky Cannon's counterpart the Ground Cannon. I don't think it actually has a name or if that is indeed its real name I didn't know that when I came up with the moniker.]
"You actually got up here by using that cannon?" Isaías turned to the debt collector with an expression that made Shizuo think the Rito-hybrid was questioning his sanity.
Shizuo muttered defensively, "Well, Izaya and I don't have wings so we had to use the cannon."
"Speaking of which, we are pressed for time so if you insist on coming along you better hop in," Teki suggested, more like ordered.
Isaías paled, "What?"
Slowly, but surely a mischievously smile more akin to Izaya rather than the blond, spread across Shizuo's lips. Shizuo wordlessly guided i.e. strong-armed Isaías into the cannon with him, devilish glee exuded from his body making everyone wonder if the informant was rubbing off Shizuo.
Isaías struggled against Shizuo's hold, "Wait a second!"
Shizuo's smile stretched wider, "Don't worry. I made it up here in on piece I'm sure you will as well."
"You're an indestructible hulk of course you're in one piece!" Isaías shouted.
"Izaya did," Shizuo mentioned.
Isaías retorted, "He has magical powers!"
Sei conceded, "He has a point."
"Doesn't matter, he's going," Shizuo smirked as he stuffed Isaías into the cannon and followed in afterward. Soon the Ground Cannon rose up on its legs, pointed its turret downward, and fired towards the ground.
"Shizuo, you son of a bitch!" Isaías' terrified scream echoed through the air.
Shizuo smirked, "This must be why Izaya loves trolling people so much." However the euphoric feeling of giving Isaías a heart attack faded when he thought about Izaya as wondered what could be happening to him. "Damn it Izaya you better be alright by the time I get there or I'll definitely going to kick your ass when I see you!" He grumbled though the threat was an empty.
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Meanwhile Izaya was still trapped within his golden cage and silver chains. He glared at the Wizzrobe that stood before him. Shadow the Wizzrobe in question merely busied himself with a rather large black leather-bound book trying not to make eye contact with Izaya.
For some unexplained reason the Princess unnerved the monster. Even in the presence of Ganondorf who seemed to have boundless power did not put such fear into him, so why this human?
"Do you plan on just glaring at me until your hero arrives?" Shadow decided to be purposefully antagonistic.
Izaya picked up on the tone immediately. He let his fiery stare turn icy and a cold smirk that he was quite famous for back home crossed his lips. The expression did not fail in causing shivers to race down Shadow's spine.
"He may be a monster, but he still displays human characteristics. And if there is one thing I'm good at it is manipulating my humans," Izaya chuckled inwardly.
"Oh do you fear Shizuo? Or perhaps I should ask do you fear Ganondorf more? We all know that you are not that much stronger than the other monsters Shizuo has killed before while collecting the pieces of the Triforce, so why be another casualty?" His voice carried an almost seductive quality to it that made you want to listen even if what he said was terrible.
"What does Ganondorf hold over you that you allow yourself to be a sacrifice in his quest for power? You do know that you'll end up dead either by Shizuo's hand or by Ganondorf's calculations in the long run?" Izaya asked.
Shadow had enough of Izaya's poisonous words. He slammed his fist against Izaya's cage though disappointed that he was unsuccessful in making the ebony-haired male flinch. In fact his reaction only amused Izaya more due to the smirk widening on the info broker's face, his crimson eyes glittering in delight.
A callous laugh bubbled out of Izaya's lips, "Have I struck a nerve?"
"You are the most evil Princess I have ever come across! I bet the people of Hyrule have no idea of what a shrewd demon you truly are. It appears Ganondorf have underestimated you. If that is the case then it is better to see how things play out. I believe Ganondorf should fear you more than he does Shizuo," Shadow sighed. It was as if all the energy he once had vanished.
A slender brow raised in curiosity Izaya, "Oh? Does he really fear Shizuo?"
"He has watched Shizuo's progress during his journey. His strength is far beyond any human he has ever witnessed even if Shizuo is the Chosen of the Triforce of Courage the man's abilities should not challenge Ganondorf's own as the wielder of the Triforce of Power.
And he fears you… never have any of the incarnations of the Princesses possessed your personality. Your cunning, mercilessness and prowess in battle had instilled doubt in his mind that he can overcome you both together," Shadow informed.
"This is why he separated us. You don't follow of your own free will, do you?" Izaya commented.
The Wizzrobe shook his head. With a deep sigh he slowly removed his hood. What was underneath made Izaya's eyes widen in shock.
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Luda smiled; she could hear a very loud scream reverberating in the air, meaning the group must be returning. They crashed into the conveniently placed lake nearby.
She titled her head in confusion. The group was missing Izaya and seemed to have gained a new companion.
A very wet, Rito-hybrid cursed whilst climbing out of the lake, "Shizuo you absolute bastard! Don't fucking grin at me, do you know how long it takes for feathers to dry?!" The blond only started to laugh, brushing back his wet hair.
"Welcome back, but where is His Highness and who is this?" Luda asked. The group grew solemn before Teki explained what took place at the Wind Temple.
"So what is the game plan? How are we going to get Izaya back?" Isaías asked.
"I think I may be of some assistance," A dark hooded figure appeared in a wisp of purple vapor, the voice clearly that of a female.
"I see you made it out safely. I feared what may have happened to you back in the Dark Realm," Sei said having already met this woman before.
Shizuo asked, eyes narrowing in distrust, "Who are you?"
"Do not be alarmed I am here to help. I have been waiting your progress Hero of Destiny. I saw the inevitability of Izaya falling back into Ganondorf's hands," The dark figure deflected.
Growling in anger Shizuo, "You mean you knew Izaya was going to be kidnapped and you didn't think to stop it or at least warn us!"
"There was nothing I can do. It was fate's design for this to happen. You have all the pieces of the Triforce, Ganondorf knew fighting you both there would only end in his defeat so he aimed to have you separated," She rationalized.
"Not to be rude, but you failed to tell us who you are and take off that hood. I can at least know who I am addressing when making plans to take down an evil monster threatening to destroy/rule the world?" Isaías raised his hand to interject.
It was as if he came up the fifth episode of the fourth season of a series and was expected to know the entire plot, characters' names and back stories in short he was completely lost.
"Oh sorry having a crisis is no excuse to forget ones manners. My name is Mena," She said saccharinely, the sarcasm clearly heard in her tone as she took off her hood to show everyone her face.
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[Real World]
"Whoa she's beautiful!" Saburo exclaimed.
"Wait a second I thought she was an ugly witch!" Shinra shouted in confusion.
Erika sighed, a put-upon expression on her face as if it she disappointed she needed to explain was such a simple concept, "A disguise most likely or maybe some sort of spell/curse." All the while Walker nodded his head in agreement.
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[Legend of Izaya]
Mena had long silken orange locks tied in a golden intricate headdress with a gold and ruby Tikka (forehead jewelry) attachment, flawless bluish-gray colored skin that contrasted with her glowing crimson almond-shaped eyes, and full purple lips. All in all she was considered a unique beauty.
"Oh have I made you all speechless? Were you expecting a grotesque witch?" Mena giggled.
Isaías having been caught off guard momentarily said, "Hold on a second did you just insult me earlier?"
"Can we focus?!" Teki yelled electrocuting the Rito hybrid into silence.
"For once I agree. Do you know where Izaya is?" Shizuo asked.
Mena rolled her eyes, a bit perturbed by the lack of reaction from Shizuo. All the heroes were so taken with their "light" princesses, never in love with the "dark" beauties. If only she was aware that Izaya was as far from a princess of light.
Mena sighed, "Princess Izaya is lucky to have such a devoted man. Reminds me of the story my mother used to tell me of another hero she met long ago."
Shizuo visibly shuddered in anger and impatience, "Look if you aren't going to say anything useful then don't bother talking. What I want to know is where Izaya is, not about your freaking life story."
"Now Shizuo let's not be disrespectful, Lady Mena is here to help us. We'll need her help to enter the Dark Realm where Izaya most likely is located," Sei tried to pacify the blond.
Mena merely blinked before her face became devoid of all expression, "I see you actually do care about Izaya. Very well I shall open a portal to the Dark Realm, but beware fighting Ganondorf in such a place the Light you so depend on will weaken when surrounded by nothing, but Darkness."
"I don't give a damn where I fight Ganondorf. I'm going to kill him, rescue Izaya, and get the hell out of here. It's what I came to do," Shizuo said strongly.
Mena only nodded her head and opened a dark purple portal before Shizuo. "Guys you stay here," Shizuo saw Isaías move towards the gateway.
"What… why? You're going to need help!" Isaías protested.
"No, he is right this is a fight. He must do alone. Only Princess Izaya can help fight Ganondorf, nothing we can do will harm that monster," Mena commented.
The orange-haired woman turned towards Shizuo and warned, "Once you cross the threshold will only stay open for about a half an hour. If you do not finish of Ganondorf and come back to this side you will remain stuck there for all eternity."
"You can't just make another entryway to the Dark Realm?" Isaías asked, eyes widening in shock.
"No, my connection to that world has waned since Ganondorf had stolen my throne. I was once the ruler of the Dark Realm. In truth my kingdom is but the shadow of Hyrule, the true name of the kingdom is called Eluryh. Ganondorf was banished to his own dimension, but somehow gained enough power to escape." Mena clarified.
Shizuo asked, "How exactly?" He didn't really care, but he felt the information might be useful or at least he felt that she needed to get this off her chest if only for plot exposition.
"Once Princess Izaya reached majority, the connection of the pieces of Triforce created an opening allowing he could breakout. However, he didn't have enough strength to go directly to Hyrule so he came to my kingdom instead. He stole my throne, nearly all of my powers, and cursed me," Mena replied.
Luda gave her an onceover and commented, "You seem fine now."
"It was when I made contact with Izaya. I used his magic to gain enough power to transport him back to Hyrule in doing so I was able to use the remaining energy to cross. In coming here the curse was temporarily lifted, but I know once I set foot back in the Dark Realm it will once again be in place," Mena explicated.
Isaías was able to fill in the blanks, "So that means once Ganondorf is defeated the curse will end. Then you will be able to reclaim your throne and your powers."
"That is correct, now cross over Shizuo only you can truly put an end to all the madness," Mena said resolutely.
Nodding his head determinedly Shizuo stepped in front of the entryway and chuckled humorlessly, "Well wish me luck."
"You won't need it. I have seen you and Izaya fight, Ganondorf has no idea who he pissed off," Isaías smirked.
Mirroring the winged-man expression Shizuo gave a rather cavalier wave and entered the gateway disappearing into the dark purple energy.
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"Well at least I know where to go," Shizuo commented facing the entrance of a grand stone castle that looked much like the one in Hyrule except more Gothic in its design.
"I'm coming Izaya so don't do anything stupid until I get there," Shizuo thought unsheathing his Goddess Mastersword and his Hylian Shield and raced through the castle's doorway.
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End of Chapter
Author's Note: Sorry for the shortness of this chapter as well as taking so long to create it in the first place, but I just couldn't get in the mood to write.
Anyway as you can see we are getting down to the final chapters of this story. I'm so excited and I hope you all are as well!
By the way I wish to acknowledge all of those who sent their condolences and well wishes, it really meant a lot to me.
Until the next chapter…