Terra's Diary

Gaia anxiously flipped open the front cover of Terra's diary. To say that he was excited would be an understatement. He was about to find discover the secrets of one of Treasure Town's most famous explorers. Maybe he could take the diary back home and show it to Alice's father. It would probably make him happy. Terra used to be one of Lord Garrett's best friends, before he mysteriously disappeared somewhere.

"Let's see, page one..." Gaia started reading. Alice and Seth crowded around eagerly. Queen Elizabeth watched on, smiling and being amused. Althought, she had to admit, the later parts were a bit sad. It would be even sadder for Gaia.

1986

Hm, so this is a Mind Diary? So it records anything I think? That's cool, I guess. Probably won't write/think in it too much; I don't want anyone finding out my secrets.

Today I arrived in Destonia. My orders from Master Dusk are to serve as a guard in the castle of Destonia. I have absolutely no idea why he wants me to do that. Oh well, it's not like I can refuse.

I just wish I had a better welcome. Upon entering the castle, I bumped into a female Sceptile. Before I could say or do anything, she turned around and slapped me in the face. And then she stormed off, looking extremely pissed off. I think she called me a pervert before doing that.

Man, that's going to leave a bruise. Not to mention it was very embarrassing for a Master Ranked explorer.

I hope I never see that woman gain.

"Slapping a man who bumped into her? That sounds like something Alice would do." Seth commented.

Alice glared at him. "Shut up. I would not do that."

"Right…"

1987

It's been quite a while since I've written/thought stuff into this. In fact, this is only the second entry.

Okay, where to begin? I found out the name of the female Sceptile on my first day. Her name is Lily. And she has a temper that rivals Garrett. I'm not so sure if that's a good thing.

Alice was fuming. This man had just indirectly insulted her father. She would hunt that guy down and beat the crap out of him if it weren't for the fact that he disappeared off the face of the earth.

The two of us were assigned as exploring partners. We mostly go out to Water and Ground-based dungeons. And we totally hated it at first. The fact that I am calm and reserved and that Lily is hotheaded and impulsive doesn't really help. But the two of us warmed up to each other over time. We're good friends now. I actually think she's kind of cute.

Now if she would only stop hitting me all the time…

"This Lily person really reminds me of you, Alice." Gaia remarked.

Alice gave him an annoyed look. "Not you too."

"You do realize that he just called you cute, right?" Seth said. Alice then blushed a little.

"I…"

"It's okay, Alice." Gaia smiled at her slightly flustered expression and continued reading.

The two of us always seem to be caught up in each others business. I heard about a great bar downtown from the guys and went to check it out. As soon as I walked in, I heard the following voices.

"Get your hands away from me you pervert!"

"Aw come on baby, don't be like that."

Yeah, Lily was getting harassed by some lecherous guy. And since I had absolutely nothing better to do, I walked over and slammed that guy's head on the tabletop, knocking him unconscious.

"You didn't have to do that." Lily said quietly.

"He was harassing you." I said.

"I could have handled him by myself."

"I had nothing to do and wanted to delay getting drunk."

She stared at me curiously, "You don't like getting drunk?"

"Not much. It makes it hard to concentrate on exploring. Besides, hangovers kill me."

She gave me a look as if I was insane, then called to the bartender. "Barkeep, get us ten beers and some fruit juices to act as mixers."

Apparently Lily can't hold her drink well, because she got totally drunk and I had to sneak her through the back door of the castle.

"Let me down Terra!" she had squealed like a little girl, "I can take care of myself!"

I told her to shut up and not get the two of us caught. It was just as well she fell unconscious soon.

I took her to the dorms laid her in her bed, because it was the right thing to do. If I didn't, she would probably hunt me down and kick the crap out of me.

She's lying there, snoring like a sleeping Tauros. She's drunk, and yet she managed to look cute. Beautiful, even.

Wait, what? Did I just say that Lily was beautiful?

I think something is wrong with me. Must be due to the alcohol.

Oh well, I guess I better get to bed. I have a full day tomorrow.

"Hey Gaia, do you like getting drunk?" Seth asked.

"Ever since that incident when we were sixteen, I've never touched a single drop of alcohol in fear that might I do stuff like you did." Gaia said in a deadpan voice.

The door to the conference room opened and an Ivysaur servant entered. "Queen Elizabeth, the Council requests your presence."

"Very well." The queen got out of your seat and made your way to the door. Before she exited, she turned around spoke to Team Enforcers, "The three of you may stay here for as long as you like. The only condition is that you leave the conference room in a presentable state." And then she left.

Team Enforcers kept reading.

1988

Guess what? Lily and I are dating! Well, our first date was due to a bet done by the guys. But to our surprise, we both liked it and we just kept going. I just wish we could go out more. But missions and our jobs keep sucking up our time.

We went on our seventh date today. It was at a fancy restaurant Lily dragged me to. I have to admit, it was rather nice. And she forced me to admit that. For reason, I enjoyed that small bit of humility. Maybe it was Lily's beautiful smile that followed afterwards.

Dear Arceus, I think I love her. We've kissed ten times and counting. Each moment was pure bliss. But I've never told her 'I love you'. Maybe I should do it soon.

I sure am glad that there's no instant communication from Destonia to Treasure Town. Garrett and Riley would probably run out of air laughing if they heard I was going out with someone.

"Hey Alice, how did your mom meet your dad? I forgot." Gaia asked.

Alice thought for a moment, "Mother beat the crap out of Father and he was impressed by her strength, which made him kiss her on the lips."

"What happened after that?"

"She kissed him back, and then pounded him into the ground until he was unconscious."

"Love at first sight, huh?" Seth remarked.

"More like love at first near death experience." Gaia said.

1989

I can't believe it. I can't believe it. Lily and I are married. I can't believe I am married to the most wonderful and beautiful woman in the world.

A week ago, the two us had finished our date and were strolling through a garden. Lily kissed me on the lips and we were just about to leave when I got down on one knee with a 24-carat diamond ring and said the magic words.

"Lily, I love you with all my heart and I want to be with you forever. Will you marry me?"

She stared at me in shock, then in a completely normal fashion, slapped me on the cheek and asked why I was so late in asking. Then she pulled me up and gave me the most passionate kiss in my entire life.

Our wedding ritual was magical. Lily looked amazing in her wedding sash and tiara. She giggled when she saw my white face paint. I felt slightly embarrassed. The marking made me feel like an ancient tribe warrior. But then she said I looked handsome and my opinion on the face paint instantly changed.

Lily is calling for me to come to her bedroom. I better get over there quick, or I'll probably miss out on losing my virginity. I wonder what my friends at Treasure Town will say about this.

"They got married." Gaia said thoughtfully. Something was suspicious about these two. A Sceptile from Treasure Town getting married to another Sceptile and then sharing a bed? If Terra disappeared and no-one claimed to be his wife, then who was the child?

Nah, he was probably thinking too much.

1990

Wow, I haven't been able to write/think for a while. I've been so busy. Making a new entry does consume a lot of energy.

Anyway, Lily got pregnant a short time after our wedding. Her belly started to swell up with an egg, not to anybody's surprise. Our passionate lovemaking wasn't exactly discreet. She started having mood swings. One moment she could be cheerful and happy, the next she could be angry and lashing out at everybody. The cravings were even worse. Do you know how hard it is to find vension dipped in peanut butter sauce?

Nine months after getting pregnant, the egg was laid. I could tell she was in a lot of pain during the process. But she endured it bravely and the delivered it smoothly.

Next was the hatching stage. We had to wait another half a year for the egg to hatch. When it started, we were terrified that our child wouldn't be able to break out and die. But he managed. We had given birth to a healthy baby boy Treecko.

Now, what should we name him?

I couldn't come up with anything. I suck at naming things.

Lily suggested the name 'Gaia', meaning the Spirit of the Earth.

Yeah, that sounds right.

Gaia. It fits with my name, which means 'earth' itself.

Gaia.

It's decided. That's what we'll name our son.

"No…no way." Gaia whispered. That was his name on the page. He was the son of the legendary explorer Terra.

"Woah," Alice gasped, "I…I don't know what to say." Terra was highly revered in Treasure Town for his combat and exploring abilities. And she was the girlfriend on his son. It was simply amazing.

Seth's face had a look of complete shock. Words seemed to have deserted him.

Gaia was thinking about something else. Where was Terra? Where was Lily? Where did they go? He had to find out. This was his parents we're talking about.

He urgently flipped to the next entry.

1990

Lily is crying. I don't blame her. She's worried sick about our child.

There's a civil war going on. I don't how it started. Apparently it's got to do with an insane cult and other crazy stuff.

The rebelling army is said to attack the castle tomorrow. It won't be safe for Lily or Gaia. They might get caught in the crossfire. I have to make sure they survive.

I've told Lily to find a boat going to Treasure Town. It's safe there. But I have to stay behind. If I try to leave, I'll be labeled as a coward and sent to prison.

My heart is breaking. Lily is sobbing so hard. She doesn't want to leave me. I don't want to leave her either.

I try to comfort her, but she cries even harder.

1990

This sensation…what is this sensation?

I feel cold. So cold. The sounds of battle rage around me. I can feel blood leaking out of a heavy wound.

Oh no. I'm dying.

I'm dying.

No…I don't want to die. I have so much to live for. So many things I wanted to do.

Lily. My son.

What have I done? How could I be so weak and die? My wife is a widow now. Gaia will never know a father's love.

My friends. Garrett and Riley. They will never know what happened to me. I will disappear off the face of the earth.

Forgive me Lily! I broke my promise to you. I said I would be with you forever, but right now that's impossible.

Gaia, I hope that one day you find this diary. Please grow up to a strong and thoughtful boy like your mother wanted. Be respectful to Master Dusk. And one last thing, I'm sorry.

If you can find it in your heart, please forgive your stupid, weak father.

Gaia started crying. He hadn't cried to a very long time. He didn't even to try and stop his tears. The salty liquid rolled down his cheeks and flowed onto the page.

"Dad…" he sobbed.

Alice put her hand on his shoulder, "Gaia, do you need some time alone?"

"Yeah…"

She and Seth got up and left the room. Gaia was left sitting in the chair, crying over his father's diary. When he had read the third-last entry, he had hoped that Terra was alive. But now, that was gone.

"Dad…I forgive you…"

XXX

Later at night, Alice knocked on the door to Gaia's room. She was worried about him. He had stayed in the conference for the room for a while. And she saw his bloodshot eyes at dinner.

"Come in."

Alice entered. Gaia was standing on the balcony, looking at the night sky.

"Gaia, are you alright?" Alice asked. She walked over on stood next to him, "Are you still upset?"

"No, I've stopped crying." Gaia said, "I was just wondering what would be different if my father never died."

"Well…" Alice thought for a moment, "The two of us and Seth would've been good friends from the start, instead of having to wait eleven years for the three of us to get together. And that's pretty much all I can think of. I probably would've kissed you anyway."

"You so sure about that?" Gaia said in a playful tone.

"Of course," Alice replied, going in for a kiss, "I can't resist your great personality and your good looks."

XXX

The next day, Team Enforcers set out for Mt. Destiny. It was a long and hard trip, them having to go through three continuous mystery dungeons. But they made it in the end.

"Welcome!" the Lucario guardian greeted once they made it to the summit, "I'm Aurelis and the guardian of the Fist Plate!"

Blue aura started to swirl around him, increasing his power. Team Enforcers could feel it radiating through the air.

"Okay, I know who you guys are…I think. So let's fight! I love doing that!"