So I'm sure you all know who the demon was in the last chappie. Remember, he'll probably show up again later too. Anyway, hope you all enjoy this chapter!
A few days had gone by. And Moon wasn't getting any better. If anything, he was getting worse. He didn't sleep through the night, he hadn't eaten much, he was growing consistently paler and he hadn't spoken to anyone in the few days. Everyone was getting worried about him. Especially Thatch, yet he was perfectly understandable. After all, he and Moon shared a much closer bond than anyone else did. It would only make sense for Thatch to worry the most.
To make matters worse, it seemed as though Moon constantly had something on his mind. And Thatch feared he knew what it was. He tried to be there for Moon; tried to get him to open up. But the child wouldn't budge. He barely made any indication that he'd even HEARD Thatch to begin with. He'd been growing so distant... Thatch feared that if Moon didn't let anyone in, then when worst come to show, a decision would be made. And this decision... would come with a horrible price.
" Fatch, I'm not comfortable with leaving him... "
Thatch whined, trying not to squirm as Fatch tied his tie. Why was he getting dressed up in such a formal attire (a tux and tie)? Well... as strange as it sounded, Flash had called him, and the Ramirez family to a meeting. He didn't know why HE had to come, as he didn't consider himself a very valuable pawn or whatever an angel would call someone who helped often, but he figured Flash had his reasons. Unfortunately, the creation angel hadn't invited Moon. Which he found considerably odd, as Flash HAD to know of Moons depression. At the very least Merek should know, and should've informed Flash of why it was a bad idea to leave Moon by himself.
Fatch sighed to Thatch's complaint, soon straightening out. Fatch too was wearing a tux, and it seemed the prince hated it with a passion. He also wore his black hat, black hair messily out of the sides, and bits of his red bangs being visible on his forehead. Not only did he look like he was 12 again, but he looked a bit like a pompous rich child from a really fancy school. Had Thatch not known him, he'd have thought he WAS a pompous rich kid. He could easily pass off the look. That's how much Fatch looked like a rich kid. Not saying he WASNT rich, he just never had the rich appearance.
" I'm really not either. But you know if we DONT go, he'll just teleport us up there anyway. Besides, Flash doesn't normally call without a valid reason behind it. "
" Well yeah, but why do I have to go too? Why does he need me? "
The prince simply shrugged to Thatch's question, sighing and walking away. Thatch mentally kicked himself there, as he knew Fatch had to be just as worried as he was. Slowly, trying to think of a form of apology, he followed the prince to the doorway, meeting up with the other Ramirez family members. Each one seemed afraid of leaving the house. Even poor little Keira and Kyle.
" Is everybody ready to go? "
Dawn asked softly, obviously trying her best to be positive for her family. The children simply nodded and mumbled their response, getting a frown from the woman before she quickly threw on a smile.
" Alright then. Dusk honey, can you do the honors of praying and asking Flash to pick us up? "
Dusk looked at his mother before nodding curtly. Thatch could notice that even Dusk, by far the emotionally strongest of the family, was having a hard time leaving Moon here alone. Slowly the eldest Ramirez closed his eyes and folded his hands together, praying up to Flash. And in a matter of seconds, everyone was engulfed in a bright light, blinding them momentarily.
Once it faded, they found themselves perplexed by where they were. They were not on snowy clouds, there wasn't a bright blue sky beyond them. They were on a light grey, seemingly stormy cloud surrounded by a serene twilight. Many stars lit up where they were, illuminating the more... unusual part of where they were. In the air were squares of moving images, each one holding something different to them. One image showed them Scare School, on the day Razznik attacked, and Thatch was asking Casper why he would bring him along to help defeat the leprechaun. Another one showed a more sad image of Fatch and Jack, back when they were living with each other and Jack was threatening to tear up Fatch's books if he didn't quit school. Fatch hadn't responded violently till Jack threatened to tear his cape. And another one showed an image of Zeke fighting that giant mutant alien back when he was sick, and spending his break with Ra.
All of these images were events that happened in the past.
Yet some of them people DIDNT know where they took place. One was an image of Keira and Kyle when they were older. Keira had long bangs that curl a bit with red tips and a red base, a small strand of red clinging to her forehead. Her hair is long and black, dragging a bit on the ground. She wore a white dress that ruffles out a bit in front with golden ruffle rims, 2 gold bands on her waist, a golden crystal necklace, two short gold sleeves and a golden choker. She also wore light grey tights and golden boots. Kyle wore a long sleeved black shirt with torn silver rims, a silver collar and a silver star is on his chest. He had light grey jeans, silver boots and silver claws. The white in his hair is now short and choppy, while his 3 strands of bangs is still seen. Just without poking through his hat, and they are considerably shorter now with less red showing and with the black in the middle now visible. Also, it was a bit hard to see, but he had a bit of black eyeliner around his eyes. They looked happy, and apparently talking about a girl Kyle liked.
Another image showed of DummyGirl and Slither together, seemingly a few years older, simply sitting on a cliff and watching the sunset. And a final image showed Marco placing a box on a shelf, labeled "Marco's AWESOME collection" in red crayon. He seemed a bit older himself now, his hair a tiny bit shorter. What threw everyone off was when he turned, reviling his left eye no longer had a scar, and it was back to being a brilliant ruby shade. A woman called for him, and he called back happily. They all could've sworn they recognized the voice too...
Were these events of the future?
" Welcome my dear friends. "
A pleasant voice rang, causing the vampires to turn and face Flash, and surprisingly Merek too.
" I can see you are all wondering where you are. Well, the answer is really quite simple. You are in Merek's time hall. "
" Time hall? "
Marco asked softly, turning and looking at the darker looking angel.
" What is that? "
" Well. "
Merek began, his wings opening as he walked closer to the images.
" You see... I can see events in any timeline. Past or future. And there are times where I need to show someone how something really went down, or how things will be if they continue on their path. Now naturally I can't BEAM this knowledge into their brains. So when I do need to show them anything, I can simply bring them here, and let them see for themselves. "
" Wow... "
Marco breathed, his eyes sparkling in awe.
" That's incredible. "
Merek blushed, his wings fluttering modestly behind him. He soon composed himself, however, and cleared his throat.
" Anyway, I suppose you're all wondering why we asked you here. "
The family looked fully attentive now, looking at Merek in almost a pleading way.
" Well, you see, it seems a few nights ago your little friend Moon had an interaction with one of Flash's children. One you all now well. Septimus. "
While many of the vampires looked frightened or furious upon mere mention of the demons name, Fatch seemed more interested in what the time angel had to say.
" And by seeing this, I was given the rare ability to see a bit into Septimus' future. And I must say, it greatly benefits your depressed friend Moon. This is why I asked Flash to summon you all. So you may watch Septimus change your friends life for the better. "
" And what if he doesn't? "
Thatch spat unnecessarily coldly. He knew Septimus was reformed, he just couldn't help his paranoia of the demon.
" He does. "
Merek snapped, pulling over an image box, showing Moon now walking through Deedstown. Apparently Moon hadn't even been home when they left to come here...
" I've seen it already. Please, watch. For Moon's sake. "
I have nothing interesting to say. I hope you all liked it!
