Here is chapter 20, bunch of action and pretty gory scenes so just be warned while reading. Enjoy!

I do not own Ragnarok Online...just the main characters and the storyline itself.

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Chapter 20: Niffelheim

Omi reached the Yggdrassil tree within a matter of moments after leaving the castle. As he entered the sacred tree, he turned back to normal knowing that he must conserve his energy for the upcoming fight. He ran through the two levels of the dungeon finally reaching the tunnel that connected the living world with the realm of the dead. Although his mind was still running with the thoughts of Elvy and his father, Omi couldn't help but feel at peace while walking through this sacred place. He decided to take a few of the herbs he found along the way as well as some of the flowing water, he might find a use for them later. He finally found what he was searching for, the entrance to Niffelheim. But it seemed his father had already prepared for his arrival. There were two Bloody Murderers on each side of the stairs that lead to the portal.

"If you wish to pass, you must defeat..." The monsters said but were stopped in mid-sentence. Omi had taken both of the Tiger Fangs and threw them at the monsters before they could even finish talking.

"I would have killed you anyway, even if you weren't the guardians" Omi replied ripping the two swords out of the monster's heads.

Omi at this point had no feelings, he had only two thoughts in his mind, and everything else was just in his way. He entered the portal and emerged in the realm of the dead. He saw what appeared to be other adventurers walking around, but he soon realized that they were only the souls of fallen adventurers. He continued on his mission killing any monster that got in his path. He finally entered the undead city of Niffelheim itself. As he explored each building looking for any signs of Elvy or his father he heard low, weak screams coming from the center of the city. As he turned the corner to one of the buildings that lead to the center square, he saw something that almost shattered his whole being. With terrified eyes he saw Elvy; she was chained on a circular slab standing on its side so the on looking monsters could see her. Her dress was torn asunder; it barely covered her at this point. Her whole body except for her face was full of small but deep cuts made by daggers. As she hung there bleeding, the small monsters held cups under her to catch the falling blood drips. They squealed as they drank her blood. To the monsters in this place fresh, warm blood was like a very fine wine, and it was a rarity for them to find such a delicious "bottle" such as Elvy. Elvy was still conscious at this point but she looked as if she was about to pass out at any time.

Omi began to shake uncontrollably at this sight. He didn't transform but his whole body was engulfed in a dark flame. The flame then compacted into surrounding both his hands. He didn't know what was going on, but he didn't care. He walked out from the shadow of the building, and walked towards the monsters. The monsters saw him and attempted to stop him. They had no chance, not matter what; Omi was not going to let any of the monsters live after what they had done to her. Each monster that charged at him, Omi simply grabbed their necks or faces and the flame on his arm engulfed the monster and moments later the monster exploded. Blood, body parts, flesh, bones and horrific screams filled the city square. No monster was left standing and no mercy was given. Some of the monsters cried for mercy, Omi simply looked at the begging monsters and put a finger on their forehead. Moments after he walked past them the monster's heads exploded. Their screams echoed throughout the city. By now Omi knew that Doppel knew of his presence. As Omi finally reached the now unconscious Elvy, the flames vanished from his hands. He ripped the chains off of Elvy's delicate wrists and gently laid her on the ground with her upper body on his lap. Omi caressed her face softly with the back of his hand.

"I'm so sorry Elvy..." he whispered hoping that his voice would bring her back.

Elvy didn't move. He began to cry as he squeezed her close to him. He finally released her back to his lap and bent down and lightly kissed her.

"Please come back to me, I can't live without you. I love you Elvy." He whispered as his lips released their soft embrace.

He caressed her cheek with his thumb as his hand held her face. A tear fell from his cheek and fell upon her face, she twitched at the cold wetness.

"Omi..." She said weakly as her eyes slowly opened.

Omi began to cry anew as he saw her coming back around. He grabbed a blanket he had packed for the trip and wrapped it around her. She caressed his tear filled face and smiled lightly.

"I knew you would come for me..." she said weakly.

"Of course Elvy...you are my world, without you I'm nothing." He said smiling with tears still flowing.

She smiled as best her situation would allow and pulled down on his cape so she could kiss him. As they kissed Omi remembered the herbs and water he took from the Yggdrassil tree.

"It's called the tree of life...maybe..." he said lightly as their kiss ended.

Elvy had a confused look on her face as she saw Omi frantically looking for something in his bag. Omi turned around and showed Elvy what he was looking for. Immediately he grinded up the herbs and mixed them with the water. As soon as the herbal paste was ready he lightly took the blanket off of her and placed it under her so she was comfortable. He took two fingers and lopped up some of the paste.

"Please grab my hand, I think this might sting a bit" he said lightly as he grabbed one of her hands.

They interlocked their fingers, and Omi hesitantly applied the paste to one of the worse cuts on Elvy's body. Elvy winced at the pain, the paste began to slowly bubble after being applied to the wound. Omi grabbed a cloth with his free hand and wiped away the paste. They were both amazed that the cut was completely gone and left no scars.

"Oh...Wow!" Elvy exclaimed with wonderment in her eyes.

They smiled at each other and Omi began to apply the paste anywhere he found cuts. After about an hour Elvy was completely healed, as she slowly stood up with his help the rest of her dress fell down. They both saw the dress fall and Omi instinctively wrapped her around himself with the blanket. They both blushed at the situation they were in; Elvy took advantage of them being alone together and hugged her naked body against him. Omi reddened at her show of affection, but he couldn't deny the fact that he had wanted her badly for the last couple of days. He wrapped the blanket closer as he hugged her tightly. Even though he was wearing the armor he could still feel her warmth, and love just as if he was embracing her earnestly as well. He started to fantasize about what he wanted to do to her. He looked down at her face which was contently pressed against his chest-plate.

"Elvy if we keep this up I won't be able to control myself" he said whispering into her ear.

"I know I feel the same way" she replied deeply kissing him almost sending them both into a frenzy of lust.

It took all of their strength to hold back, but finally they ended their embrace and while he held the blanket Elvy changed into another Priestess dress that Omi had brought from the castle. As she finished they packed up and left Niffelheim to head back to the tunnel connecting both worlds. They set up a small area to sleep in inside the tunnel. Omi took off his armor so he could feel Elvy's warm touch honestly. He realized how many times he had used his demonic powers and knew he had to tip the scales to balance again. With a slight strain from being so tired he turned to his angel form. Elvy loved his angel form more then any of his others and he knew it. He walked up to her and hugged her closely as he wrapped his wings around them both. Elvy shuddered at the soft, warm feeling of his wings, against her skin. Omi felt her tremble and decided they should get some sleep before they went too far. He released her and they both sat on the blanket lying on the ground. As they snuggled and got comfortable together, Omi wrapped his wings around them both again; his wings began to emanate a white orb around them for protection as they slept. It was quiet for a while; they were both thinking about what was in store for them in the future, Omi began to cry.

"What's the matter?" Elvy whispered lovingly.

"Elvy I don't want you coming with me tomorrow." Omi said looking deeply into her eyes. "Today was the closest I've been to losing you; if I hadn't come in time I...I don't know what I would have done...if I had lost you."

Elvy put her hand on his face, and passionately kissed him.

"I know Omi, but I'm still here, alive and in your arms. I love you Omi, and even if my destiny wasn't to guide you, I would still stay by your side no matter what. I know you want to protect me, you're my shield Omi. But protection works both ways. While you're my shield, I am your light in case you falter too deep into the darkness." she explained teasing his chest with her hands.

Omi didn't like what she said, because she wanted to stay with him. But he knew she wouldn't take no for an answer. He lightly moved the fallen hair on her face, and kissed her.

"Alright I know when I'm beat, you win." He said as he pulled her hips even closer to him. "Elvy I love you so much."

She realized what he wanted, and she wanted it just as badly, but she knew this wasn't the best time.

"Omi I love you too, and I want it so bad from you." she said as she pushed herself away only slightly "But I'm afraid that this will have to wait until we get back." She smiled looking down; surprised to see how truly ready he was for her.

Omi smiled and nodded, he was disappointed but he knew that she was right. Besides he would have all the time in the world to explore her once they were back. Omi turned with his wings still covering them both and faced the ceiling of the tunnel so he wouldn't be tempted to try anything. Elvy smiled at his sacrifice and pushed herself against his side, putting her head on his chest and her arm across him. Omi quivered at the feeling of her body pressed against him, but knew he had to resist the burning urge to turn towards her.

"Sleep well my Angel" Omi said lightly panting from the strain he had to endure.

"You too, my love" Elvy replied straining just as much as he was to keep herself from moving her hand down and squeezing him.

They fell asleep soon after, and both dreamed about what they knew they had missed that night.

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There you have it...hope the short action scene was good enough...though I know I made Omi especially strong compared to the rest of the demons and bloody murderers...but he is basically a demi-god so what do you expect, final battles with the Antagonists will be more balanced so don't expect an especially short battle sequence like you saw in this chapter. Anyway Omi Vs. Dopple next chapter so don't miss it...will be here tomorrow, Review till then.