A/N- How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?
The tablet laid on the altar motionless and empty. The radiation form the Crystals of Moonlight caused the tablet to react and release a strange power. However, why Azure felt the surge is unknown. "Skyde, our mission has been accomplished." Kai said, looking towards Skyde who broke free from the ice.
"Agreed, we need to report to Mark and Treachor what we witnessed."
Skyde and Kai left the cathedral at once and disappeared. Wendy sat up from the ground, rubbing her hand. "As much as I hate to admit, that Skyde guy caught me off-guard. I saw that red aura around you Azure, what was that?"
"I don't know, it was like a power surge, as if I had obtained a lot of power but it suddenly went away and I felt normal again. I also felt more afraid than usually then I felt really brave but then back to normal. It's hard to describe."
[Light Society Helicopter...]
Kai and Skyde returned to Haley and Marlo. They explained to them what happened at the cathedral and the tablet reacting to the crystal. "The strangest thing of all, was watching the one called Azure glow the same color as the words on the tablet did." Skyde said
"Maybe the tablet is connected to Azure, it would explain the energy surge he had. If that is indeed the case, the six other tablets must be connected to six other mamodo." Haley suggested
"You may be right, the best way to test this theory is to take the other six tablets to the altar and see if they are connected to other mamodo." Marlo said
"All right, so it's decided. We'll get the remaining tablets and return to the cathedral. I also suggest bringing in reinforcements, we may have more problems in the future." Skyde said, looking out of the helicopter window.
Haley however had other things on her mind. "Kai...do you think what we're doing is right?"
"Haley, what we're doing is right because we're doing it for the right reasons. Sometimes, in order to achieve something big, sacrifices have to made."
"Wow Kai, such big talk coming from such a lazy mamodo."
"I want to see a king who stands for justice and is firm on his values. Our world doesn't need another King Zatch the Appeaser."
"I thought you said he was a kind and benevolent king."
"Zatch the Appeaser had great ideals, was genuine in what he wanted to do and was strong in his own right, but he was in way over his head. He earned the name Zatch the Appeaser and had one of the shortest reigns in history for a reason."
"There's a simple solution to this and that's making you king."
"It's not really up my ally, but if it comes down to it, I'd make a pretty damn good king." Kai said grinning
Meanwhile, Skyde and Marlo were standing at a large screen where Mark and Treachor were seen on it. Skyde pressed a few buttons and began speaking. "The mission was a success, we are not sure what effects the tablet had but we want to take the remaining six to the altar for more observation. Also, it seems that the power from the Crystals of Moonlight exceed that of the Stone of Moonlight."
"Very well then, take the remaining tablets there and make sure to acquire a sample of the crystals which can be sent back to Dr. Hatcher for research." Mark ordered
"Yes sir." Skyde and Marlo saluted before turning the screen off
"I'm surprised you didn't tell him the whole truth." Haley said
"Why would I? You honestly think we fully trust them?" Skyde said, crossing his arms
"I figured as much."
"It's time to prepare our next assault."
[Town Square...]
Meanwhile, Azure, Wendy, Sola and their partners were all in the town square. The girls were doing more shopping while Azure and Wendy played together. "Wendy, I want to protect the Cathedral from those Light Society guys."
"Me too! I just wish we had backup." Wendy said
As if her prayers had been answered, a familiar dark brown van pulled into town. "Jyan, you are never using the map again." Josh barked, snatching the map fromm the mamodo boy. "Whatever, we need gas anyway." Arashi said, pulling into a gas station near the town square.
Ishimaru and co had been driving nonstop for days searching for Toshiro and Leon. Ishimaru initially suggested going to Phoenix, the state capital to find them but Josh was very vocal in objecting to the idea and instead gave the map to Jyan. Jyan of course, had them going who-knows-where and ended up getting them in the middle of a tiny town. The boys were tired and needed some downtime.
"I suppose we should find a place to stay for a few days until we get our energy back." Ishimaru said, stretching
"Guys, I sense other mamodo in this town. We need to be on guard." Chainz said, as he, Jyan and Kira were on high alert
Almost immediately after he said that, they were ambushed. Wendy tackled Jyan, Sola put Kira in a headlock, Chainz and Azure were rolling on the ground and Chainz gained the upper hand, pinning him on the ground.
"Ch-Chainz?"
"Azure?"
"Wait a minute, your that loudmouth from when we attacked the fortress!" Sola exclaimed
"And you're that witch who could use the fan!"
"What the hell is going on here?!" Wendy shouted
Everybody calmed down as the girls caught up to their mamodo. Wendy and Kira learn that Azure, Chainz, Jyan and Sola along with their book owners, all worked together a few months ago. After everybody became acquainted with one another, Rika suggested letting them stay at the cathedral since there were spare bedrooms and bathrooms. After returning to the cathedral, Sola explained what happened with the Light Society the day before they arrived. "Well, since we're here and have business with these Light Society clowns, this is a perfect opportunity." Jyan said, cracking his knuckles
"Don't do that! That is gross!" Wendy shouted at Jyan in disgust
"Okay." Jyan said before he cracked his thumbs
"Stop that!"
"Okay!" Jyan said as he put his finger in his nose
"So this is what they meant by jackass-of-all-trades." Wendy growled
Chainz and Azure however were quiet. They both stared at each other, no words were needed.
"It's strange...I can see he has what I lack. He has Hope...he is strong but he doesn't even fully know it yet. It's almost as if...I'm looking at myself in a way.." Chainz thought to himself
"It's strange...I can see he has what I lack. He has Courage...he is strong but doesn't fully know it yet. It's almost as if...I'm looking at myself in a way.." Azure thought to himself
"It's almost as if the strings of fate are drawing us towards each other for some reason, as if destiny has our paths intertwined." Chainz thought to himself
"It's almost as if the strings of fate are drawing us towards each other for some reason, as if destiny has our paths intertwined." Azure thought to himself
"It's as if...They both thought to themselves at the same time in unison
A/N- Pretty short chapter I know, the next one will be really short too. I was going to originally make it part of this one (that should tell you how short it will be) but I have other plans, so I decided to make it a standalone chapter. Chainz and Azure technically met back when they fought Chase and do know each other by name, but this is their first official meeting and interaction. R&R and stay tuned for more!
