Finally finished this one, and I hope I put in enough drama/twists for this one. I realized that we hadn't had a Stargaze POV in a long time, so I decided to give him one despite the difficulties (His POV is the main reason why this took so long). Anyways, there's a nice little moment that I couldn't resist adding in, and I hope you like it! (I made it as fluff-tastic as I could, as I finished the chapter at 4. IN. THE. FREAKING. MORNING.) For the next chapter, I decided to make it mostly go around Silverfire, Tristan, and Holly (mostly Silverfire though) so if you're still wondering what happened to Silverfire, then you'll find out in the next chapter!
Reviews:
Fireking492: Yeah, I can understand that. My favorites switch way too often to even tell which is my favorite. I actually have confessed to my own crush (like 6 months ago) and I would talk to them, but it's partially that I'm a nervous wreck and I can't be bothered to get up and walk all the way over there just to talk to them. (I'm too lazy for my own good)
MidnightUmbreon: (Oh boy I'm using the numbers again aren't I?) 1) YES! SilverViolet for the win! Although I do ship Violet/Tristan too... 2) Holly indeed deserve better, but I love Tristan as well. At least he wasn't using her for his own needs. 3) Holly's annoying? I'm getting the hint that you don't like Jayson that much either since they're both stubborn. 4) Silverfire is awesome as well! But I still think Stargaze was right when he was trying to protect Silverfire, although Stargaze could've done it nicer. 5) Agh, I love IvyViolet but Ivy doesn't seem like she wants a relationship anytime soon. 6) Yes, Holly and Jayson definitely should! 7) YES COLUMBIA IS ADORABLE, SPOT ON MIDNIGHT! 8) Stargaze was honestly the best choice for the role, although I can see Hazel as the Great Sage as well...giving Silverfire the powers would just make him even more OP than he already is. 9) Yes you will get to see him soon!
(Stargaze POV)
I held on to Columbia's hand, hoping she wouldn't accidentally let go. She wouldn't let go of me, I know. But what if she does and decides to leave me like Frost did with Sam? Maybe I should've left her with Sam. Then she'd be safe like him. And she wouldn't have the high chance of dying like she does right now. But there's nothing I can do to stop it now. She's really stubborn when she wants to be, and I can't control that. Unfortunately, but that's part of her charm. Columbia yanked on my hand even harder once she began running. Oh Bright Scar, where are we headed? Is Frost trying to kill us?
"Over here." whispered Frost, presumably from in front of us. Columbia yanked me again, almost making me yelp in shock. Why is she pulling on my arm so hard? It really hurts. We came to a sudden stop and Columbia immediately hugged me. Is she THAT worried about me?! "Columbia, try not to kill your boyfriend." She let out a suppressed hiss at Frost, but didn't say anything. Columbia, please... "Whatever. Keep your voices down, he's already here." Who? Oh, Brokenfire. Right.
From what I could hear, Brokenfire was laughing heartily. "Whar har har har! Finally, Neksdor's true King has risen from his prison!" King? Of Neksdor? Oh Bright Scar no. That isn't good at all. I need to do something. Shifting closer to the sound of his voice, I felt something block my path. I think it was Frost or Columbia preventing me from getting his attention. "Time to reclaim my throne, but first...where's Sarah? And my precious daughter, Holly?" Sarah? Holly? Who're they? Well, I only know about Holly from Frost and Jayson's argument, and even then that's still not enough to give me any context on her. Frost stiffened as he sat beside me. Why's he getting all tensed up at that? Is it something related to Jayson? It must be if he's getting upset.
"Oh, Bright Scar no..." Frost mumbled underneath his breath. "Holly ran away from Neksdor for Greenhorne, and Sarah definitely isn't in the right state of mind to see Brokenfire anytime soon..." Holly...ran away from here? Honestly, I can see why she did, with a father like that. I feel really bad for her now. "Now I'm actually starting to hope that Holly actually comes back to Neksdor..."
Columbia muttered something in response. "I don't even know who or what you're talking about, but I totally agree. I think..." She murmured softly. Seriously, Columbia? It really isn't up for debate that this guy is bad news and that his daughter had a pretty shitty life by using an accurate and educated guess. But I won't hold it against her. Columbia's too darn sweet and adorable for her own good... "What should we do, Frost?" She whispered, now holding me in her arms. Frost sighed.
"I have no clue. But whatever we do, we can't afford to catch Brokenfire's attention." mumbled Frost, his voice shaky. At least he's said one smart thing today. "If only Jayson were here...he was the only few of us townsfolk in Neksdor that he actually tolerated."
I snorted. "That should say a lot about you." Columbia gently smacked my cheek, although it didn't really hurt all that much. Alright, alright, fine. Frost isn't that bad, but he's bad enough. He kicked Jayson out of the house during a raging sandstorm, and that house wasn't even his! Frost kicked Jayson out of his own house? If you ask me, that's pretty stupid and wrong. At least I never did anything like that to Silverfire or Hazel. And I just can't forgive what he did that easily, either. Frost has no idea what he's been putting Jayson through, due to his own selfishness. Jayson shouldn't have to deal with someone like that hurting him...it's horrible.
Frost only grunted in response to my retort. "Just shut up and keep your voices down. He's getting closer and things aren't looking too good." Brokenfire's getting closer to us? Oh Bright Scar no! I don't want to die now! Columbia held onto me even tighter, a few of her tears falling onto my face. She doesn't want me to die. I don't want her to die. I hope we both can make it...maybe Frost too.
(Violet POV)
My fur brushed up against Ivy's as we kept walking for Neksdor Town. Does she actually love me in that way? Was she just making things up for my sake? I hope not. Ivy's the first one to truly steal my heart like that. I can't risk losing her now. Twyla was trudging ahead of us, her wings folded up and her tail lashing in what I presumed to be anger. Why's she so angry? What happened- Jayson happened, didn't he? Jayson was basically our guide to Neksdor, and I really don't want to risk losing him on our team either. He saved Twyla's life when I couldn't. Well, going by that logic Ivy did too...but my point still stands! How come Twyla's the one getting hurt so often? She's a klutz, but...she isn't that klutzy! Is the Dark Lord causing this misfortune on us to prevent us from making it to his castle? Probably. Am I going to lose it at some point? Definitely.
"UUUGHHHH! I'M STILL BORRRREEED!" Twyla exclaimed, stretching out her wings as well. She jumped on top of Jayson and glared at him. He had pure shock on his face, which I can't blame him for. "JAYSON! WHEN ARE WE GOING TO GET THERE!?" Jayson's going to beat her up, isn't he? I can't blame him, I've done that to Twyla many times for something similar.
Jayson barely even tried to get up off of the ground. "T-Twyla, get off of me." He choked, his throat dry and raspy. Twyla's eyes widened in fear, and almost immediately she scrambled off of his chest. Now realizing that...oh Bright Scar, she'd better not have a crush on him. I...don't trust him with someone like her, and adding the fact that she's my sister. "T-Thanks." Jayson struggled to get up, but he managed to sit up straight.
Twyla hugged him. "I'M SO SORRY, JAYSON!" She wailed at the top of her lungs. Jayson just sighed, shaking his head. Tears streamed down her cheeks as squeezed onto him even tighter. Oh dear, this genuine regret, isn't it? I don't see what the big deal was. She licked Jayson's cheeks, making him freeze up for a split second. Yeah, get used to Twyla's random ways of showing affection for you, bud. She began nibbling on his neck as well, almost making Jayson giggle a bit. Well I'm surprised, he doesn't seem to be ticklish there. Twyla wrapped her wings around his back, purring helplessly. With a yelp, Jayson lightly pushed Twyla off of himself. Twyla tilted her head, completely baffled. "W-What's wrong? Did I do something bad?"
"I-It's okay, I'm not too badly hurt." He groaned, rubbing his back. Jayson's pale blue eyes shimmered with pain. Is he okay? It looks like it really burnt him that time. "Twyla, your wings keep burning me. You can't keep doing this without realizing you're hurting me each time you do so." Twyla's crestfallen expression told me everything I needed to know about how she felt. She sniveled, rubbing her eyes as tears slid down her face. "Twyla, I didn't mean to hurt you-"
Twyla shook her head. "I'm a monster." She whispered hollowly underneath her breath. Turning away from Jayson, she let out a shuddering sigh. Is she okay? Maybe I should help her. I crouched down to face her, my whiskers twitching. "GET AWAY FROM ME!" She screamed, her tail lashing in anger. W-What?! Why's she so aggressive all of a sudden? I'm her sister! Doesn't she like me anymore? T-Twyla, I thought you liked me...no. She loves me. We're sisters, and I'm going to comfort her. "Go away, Violet!" She snapped, pushing me away from her. S-She pushed me...why? I felt Ivy's fur now brushing up against mine as Twyla stood up and looked away from us. Twyla didn't push me. She didn't. She couldn't. Jayson walked up to her, a pained expression on his face.
Jayson sighed. "Twyla, I didn't mean to upset you. You aren't a monster at all. I think you're a really sweet and beautiful person." He...really thinks of Twyla like that? Does he actually like her? Why do they keep giving each other such mixed signals then? Twyla sniffed, a tear falling to the ground. Jayson wrapped his arm around Twyla's shoulders, sighing out loud. I got up, brushing the dust off of my once vibrant purple pelt. As Twyla and Jayson comforted each other, Twyla began purring softly. Stop giving more evidence that leads to this conclusion! I...don't like it at all, really. Ivy stifled some laughter, which I don't get because it isn't funny. Eventually they broke away from each other, with Twyla staring amorously and helplessly into Jayson's eyes.
"Do you really care about me that much?" She murmured, her tail twitching back and forth as a small dribble of drool came from her mouth. Ew, Twyla. Do you have to drool over him too? Jayson nodded, scratching his head and raising his eyebrow. Twyla smiled, a red tinge on her cheeks. Leaning closer towards Jayson, Twyla planted her lips upon his, her hands wrapped around his back. Twyla let out a long, prolonged moan as she pushed her lips harder against Jayson's. Seriously?! Was that really necessary?! Why do you like him so much, Twyla?! Why?! Finally breaking away from each other, Twyla giggled dreamily. Jayson only sighed in annoyance, although his blind pale blue gaze told me that he enjoyed every second of it.
He smiled in an awkward, moonstruck matter. "Y-You're such a good kisser." Jayson finally managed to stutter as Twyla took pleasure in his squeamishness. Bright Scar, do they have to be so obnoxious about this? For Bright Scar's sake, Twyla only kissed you Jayson! Growling to myself, I rolled my eyes. Let them be the team's resident lovebirds, I can't care anymore. At least Ivy has common sense not to go gaga over anyone like that...at least I have that common sense too! Wait, scratch that. I've sorta been going crazy over Ivy for the past few days...but can you blame me? She's so beautiful and sweet! How couldn't I fall for someone like her? But with Jayson...what does Twyla even see in him?! He's so cranky, rude, and stubborn! Like Holly...I-I miss Holly. Maybe that's why I'm so angry about it. He's too much like Holly for me to like him. I miss Tristan and Silverfire. I just want them back...they were like real family... Tristan's laid-back nature was always annoying for me, but it was so comforting and I didn't even realize it. Holly's stubbornness was always irritating, but it got me going and ready to fight monsters after being fired up already. Silverfire's airheadedness and sweet nature towards me, even when I didn't deserve it. Even Twyla and Jayson's lovesick nature towards each other somewhat reminds me of Holly and Tristan. They all really cared and loved me, and I was too stupid to care. Now I might never see them again because I wasn't paying attention. And they probably hate me for it. Bright Scar, why did you have to curse me with this mission? I'm just a stupid traveller with no common sense. And someone who deserved to die at that crossroad where I sliced my throat all those weeks ago. Feeling a tear slide down my cheeks, I turned away from my new team.
"Violet? Are you okay?" Ivy called out to me. No. No I'm not. I can't be around them right now...it hurts too much...I want my old friends back. Why do I have to suffer so much? Why couldn't I have just been normal? Why do I have to go through all of this just to save a bunch of people I don't care about? Why couldn't Tristan, Holly, and Silverfire stay with me? Why can't I just be put out of my misery already? In a flash, I began rushing away from them as the tears fell down to the loose sand. They wouldn't understand. They won't understand. I can't do this anymore. I don't want to be Miitopia's hero. I never asked for this. I never wanted this, this part that I must play. Why couldn't Bright Scar force someone else to be the hero of this story? I want to be free of this hellhole, I want to be released from hell's grip on me. If I wanted to, I could just unsheathe my claws and end it all now...finally be done with life. But what about afterwards? I don't want to suffer more once I die. Bright Scar wouldn't welcome me up there. I just know it. Running even faster, I could see Neksdor Town in my sights. As soon as I get there, I'll hide. I'll hide and make sure that no one ever finds me. I can't deal with everything right now. It all hurts like stones raking against my soft flesh, making the blood drop onto the ground as if it were shattered glass. I don't want to be here anymore...I just want to be free.
(Columbia POV)
Brokenfire had just left for Neksdor Castle to my relief, as he was really close to catching us. Stargaze was still wrapped in my arms and Frost had already gone to check on Sam. Letting go of Stargaze, I looked around the desert town. Everyone was still shut inside their houses, within good reasoning too. Stargaze sighed, his sightless eyes staring at the town entrance. What's he worried about? If Brokenfire comes back? If Brokenfire were to come back then he would just appear and- oops, Stargaze wouldn't know that since he's blind. Dang it, why am I so forgetful? At least Ivy would remember that. Although Ivy wouldn't be the one running away from home, so...eh. Maybe it's about Jayson? Come to think about it, I'm pretty worried about him too. Frost did send him away during that sandstorm.
"What's wrong? You look worried." I commented, rustling Stargaze's long, silky black hair. He barely stirred as he stared off into the distance. Okay, this is getting worrying. I gently tapped his shoulder. "H-Hey, Star? Are you okay?" Almost at once Stargaze's head snapped up, making me yelp. He chuckled awkwardly.
Stargaze grinned, although his expression was in pain. "I'm sorry for startling you, Columbia. But anyways, not really. I keep getting visions over and over today, and they really hurt my head..." He shook his head as if that would make the visions shared with him disappear. Aw, poor Stargaze...I wish he didn't have to get those visions if they hurt him so much. "I kept getting one about a team of four people entering Neksdor at once, one in a rage, another completely crestfallen and hopeless, and the other two are really startled about the whole situation. Something about the one in a rage reminds me of someone...Ivy, I think? But why would she even be here? Unless-" Yeah yeah, I know. Because she was so worried about me that she decided to take me away from Stargaze. Stargaze was always really sweet to me, even if he lost his temper here and there. Ivy won't take me away from him that easily. "Maybe it means that this group is coming really soon and that we have to help them." Ugh, I hope not. Brokenfire's enough of a problem to deal with.
"Why're you even staring off in the direction of the entrance, then?" I grumbled, crossing my arms. Stargaze laughed breezily, rolling his eyes. What? Did I say something stupid? "What?" I snapped.
He mumbled, "The thing is, they're closer than you think. In fact, I'd say that we'll be seeing them very soon..." Is he joking with me or is he actually serious? Stargaze snickered in amusement. "Oh, I'm not kidding either. They're coming for sure, in right about-" Not wanting to listen to Stargaze brag anymore, I turned my attention towards the town entrance. Was Stargaze right, though? Will I actually see Ivy again? I want to, but...she'll force Stargaze and I apart...I love him. I've been with him long enough to know that he's the only one who could ever love me for who I truly am. As I gazed at the Neksdor entrance, I caught a glimpse of a half-neko rushing into Neksdor, her face stained with tears. Her fake pelt was purple, although it looked like it used to be an extremely lush and vibrant purple beforehand. Now it was stained with dust and sand all over it. She had a white underbelly, paws, and tail-tip, which is honestly quite rare to see. The half-neko also had icy amber eyes, cold enough to freeze you in one place. She looked heartbroken and upset, as if she was desperate to get away from whatever it was she was running from. I can't bear to watch any longer. She shouldn't be so upset. I ran over to her, which unfortunately ended in me running into her.
"S-Sorry, I didn't mean to!" I yelped, scrambling off of her. She only sighed, rubbing her back. She looks really upset. Is she okay? "A-Are you okay? You look really sad." Suddenly the half-neko burst into tears, her tail curling up around her legs. Oh no! I said something wrong and stupid, didn't I? I could hear Stargaze rushing up to us, his eyes glinting with fear. He's going to be so upset that I hurt someone like that. I'm such an idiot.
Stargaze glanced at her. "H-Hey, I think I remember you...Violet, isn't it?" He whispered. Violet? Who's that? If I only met her once, then I obviously don't remember her. She nodded, sighing to herself. "What's wrong? Has something happened?" Why's he getting all up into her business at any rate? It's rude!
Violet sniveled. "W-Well, the Dark Lord took away my previous team and sealed away my powers. Bright Scar gave me new teammates, but they reminded me too much of my last team to take it anymore. I needed to get away." Wait...she must be that hero who's supposed to save Miitopia! So that's why she's a Cat now? Huh, makes more sense now that I think about it. Stargaze murmured something softly to her, seeming to put her at ease. What was that supposed to be? And why hasn't Stargaze ever used that on me when I'm having a panic attack?
"Would you mind telling me the names of your new teammates?" asked Stargaze, his voice flowing with concern. Violet gulped, but nodded.
"Their names are Twyla, Ivy, and Jayson." She murmured, her tail lashing in unease. Ivy and Jayson joined her team...? And they were called by Bright Scar to join Violet? Dang...I wasn't expecting that! Stargaze seemed to have the same initial reaction as me. Violet took another deep breath and sighed. "Tristan, Holly, and Silverfire were on my last team." SILVERFIRE?! H-He was on her team the whole dang time, and while we were searching for him he was off with Violet? And now he's been captured by the Dark Lord? Oh Bright Scar...I think I'm going to be sick.
Stargaze looked down at his feet. "I drove Silverfire away from me that night by saying all those horrible things to him, and now he's been captured by the Dark Lord...I'm an a**hole, aren't I? I'm such a horrible brother. If only I could just reach out and talk to him and tell him I'm so sorry...if only I could tell Hazel I'm sorry... Hazel would probably kill me if she found out, wouldn't she?" There was pained laughter in his voice, as if he was trying to forget all he'd done. He knows what he did all to well. And no, he's not a very good brother, But I still think he'll do better.
"Hah hah, yes, I would." A cold, bitter voice laughed from my side. I turned to my left to see a woman about Violet's age glaring at Stargaze. She had dark auburn hair that was tied into a bun, along with hazel eyes and her skin almost exactly like Silverfire's. She had dark red glasses on, and was wearing a brown vest with white cotton fluff around the collar. The vest showed her belly button, and she also had brown shorts on as well. Her clothes were ragged and worn out, and a bow and some arrows were slung onto her back. I-Is that...Hazel? But I thought she was dead!
"H-Hazel?" Stargaze stammered, his voice cracking up. He blinked slowly. "I-It really is you."
Hazel snarled at him, tears falling down her face. "You lost Silverfire, you idiot! Do you know how stupid and dangerous that was of you?! And you said mean things to him when you knew that he was upset?! You really are a horrible brother, Stargaze! Did you know that?!" Stargaze only nodded, staring off into space. "Are you even paying attention to me?!"
"I am, Hazel. It's just that you'll have to get used to the fact that I'm blind now." stated Stargaze, his voice giving away nothing. Hazel's gaze widened as she fell to the ground on her knees. She immediately hugged Stargaze, his robes catching some of her tears. "Y-You can stop hugging me."
She reluctantly moved away from him, now gazing at me. "So who's she? Your friend or something?" Stargaze smiled, nodding. At least he's really happy to introduce me to his sister.
I stuttered, "T-Technically, we're dating now." Hazel's expression turned to deadpan shock as she gawked at me. Seriously? How did she not pick up on that? Oh well. She glanced back at Stargaze.
"Good for you! I never thought someone would fall for you, but whatever." Hazel patted his back, smiling a bit. Stargaze only sighed, rolling his eyes. Wait, what does she mean by that? I personally think Stargaze is almost impossible not to fall for! Violet looked back up from looking at the ground.
Violet whimpered. "G-Guys, I hate to break it up but Twyla, Ivy, and Jayson are almost here." Oh Bright Scar no. What am I going to do once Ivy gets here? She'll take me away from Stargaze for sure! Glancing back at Hazel, I smiled to myself. Hazel might be able to help me there. Maybe Ivy will let me keep traveling with Stargaze after all. And maybe everything might be alright.
A/N: Okay, this is more of an announcement persay, but I have a FictionPress account! Why am I telling you this? Good question! It's because I'm making an original story with these exact characters that you see before you (That and I plan on getting it published one day)! I don't want to reveal too much because I think you should go check it out if you want, but if you're interested just Google/search up 'Marrowfrost' and scroll down. You'll find it soon enough.