Chapter 28 The Yato
Mikoto brought Kamui before the Hoshidan throne.
"You seem to be doing better Kamui." Mikoto commented
"I got a few answers, but still many questions. Though I am glad for the space that you gave me." Kamui said
"It is no problem. But I have a small favor to ask you. Would you mind sitting on the throne?" Mikoto asked
"Why would I do that?" Kamui asked
"This throne is infused with the magic of the First Dragons. It is said that those who sit on this throne regain their true form and mind." Mikoto explained
"What? Do you not trust me? Do you think I am under some kind of Nohrian spell or something?" Kamui demanded
"No. It has nothing to do with trust. I thought that your early memories are sealed away by Nohrian magic. If so, then the throne could unseal them. I'm sorry to push you like that." Mikoto said concerned. She didn't want to make her daughter uncomfortable
Unknown to them, Takumi was listening outside.
'She didn't sit on the throne. What is she hiding then?' Takumi thought. Deep down, he didn't hate her, and he wanted to trust her, but he couldn't. With the recent monster attacks that occurred once she arrived, the attack on the Bottomless Canyon, and now, Kamui was becoming more and more suspicious to Takumi every day. If she did sit on the throne, he would have trusted her since it would confirm that she is his sister but now…he didn't know anymore.
"Are you going in?" Azura asked behind him making him jump. "Were you called by Queen Mikoto as well?"
"That's right." Takumi said
"We are going to accompany Kamui to the Square of Flames." Azura said
"Yeah…" Takumi muttered
"Did something happen?" Azura asked
"Nothing that concerns you." Takumi said defensivly
"I see…I was hoping to show Kamui around. Maybe you want to join us." Azura asked
"Why?" Takumi asked
"Well, Kamui wants to speak with you, but you are being too stubborn." Azura said
"I am not being stubborn! How can I trust someone who's feelings are unclear? She could just be another pawn for Nohr." Takumi retorted
"Are those your true feelings?" Azura asked
"You're no different. Do you get along so well with her because she is also from Nohr? What do you plan to do now that she is back? Do you wish to go back to Nohr?" Takumi asked
"...I am not saying anything to that." Azura said
"Of course not. It's always 'I won't answer' or 'I don't know.' Talking to you is pointless." Takumi spat as he walked in.
"Takumi…" Azura muttered as she followed
Takumi, Azura, along with the rest of the royal family arrived in the Throne room.
"There have been some rumors going around about a Nohrian spy that has infiltrated the castle. At the festival today, I plan to quash those rumors once and for all. Yukimura, is everything ready?" Mikoto asked a green haired man in a scholar robe and glasses.
"Of course, Lady Mikoto. The people have gathered at the plaza." Yukimura bowed
"Excellent. I asked Hinoka, Takumi, Sakura, and Azura to give you a little tour before the event. Ryoma and I will join you shortly after we finish some duties." Mikoto said with a smile.
"We'd be happy to." Hinoka smiled as the group left, though Ryoma caught a glimpse of Kamui's sword glowing.
"What is it milord?" Saizo asked
"I cold have sworn that Kamui's blade was glowing and I don't know why, but it made me uneasy." Ryoma said
"Well, it is a blade from Nohr, it's not a surprise." Saizo pointed out
"Yes but, I trained with Kamui and it never gave me any weird vibes until today." Ryoma pointed out
"Maybe it's the stress of today's event?" Saizo asked
"Maybe…I hope it is just that." Ryoma said
The festival was filled to the brim with a lot of people having a good time. There was also a tremendous amount of food stands.
"These smells so good!" Kamui gushed as she grabbed a plate. She took a bite and squealed with joy. "Try one Azura."
Azura took a bite and smiled. "This is really good."
"Is the food at Nohr terrible or something?" Takumi asked
"No, but the food flavor is so different." Kamui said as she handed Takumi one. "Try one."
"I'm not hungry." Takumi said
"Oh…Well, at least we can spend some time together. We barely ever talked yet." Kamui tried
"My sister Kamui…That's what mother wants me to call you. But honestly, I don't trust you." Takumi said
"Takumi." Azura tried
"You as well! You are the daughter of my father's murder." Takumi said as he turned to Kamui. "And you have spent your whole life as a Nohrian Prince. Why should I trust you?"
"You just contradicted yourself! Azura has lived in Hoshido as long as I've lived in Nohr. By your logic against me, you should have trusted Azura by now." Kamui argued
"I have many other reasons not to trust Azura. I just wanted to let you know." Takumi said as he left.
"I apologies for Takumi's rudeness. He's a hothead." Sakura bowed. She and Hinoka overheard everything.
"I'll have to have a talk with him later. This is getting ridiculous. I know he has trust issues but still…" Hinoka muttered
"It's fine." Kamui assured.
"Ether way, Mother is making her announcement, so we better head over there." Hinoka said. Kamui nodded and the group headed to the center.
Takumi watched the group go.
"Maybe I was too harsh." He muttered.
"My fellow people. A long time of sadness is finally over. Our second Princess Kamui as finally returned to us." Mikoto stated to the crowd of people.
Silas was watching from the crowd.
"Wish Corrin was here for this…" He muttered as he took a bite out of some Hoshidan food.
As Mikoto continued to speak, a mysterious figure approached from inside the crowd. Like Silas he wore a cloak, but it was not a black coat like the Organization. It was more of a blue with white straps, but it still covered his face.
This caught the attention of everyone as the Royals started to get a bit on guard. Silas did as well.
The figure reached out his hand, which was covered in a misty aura. The eye of Ganglair opened up as the sword instantly flew from Kamui's possession and into the figure's hand. The moment it did, the figure plunged the sword into the ground causing a massive explosion. Killing many people. The sword itself shattered, though the figure remained completely fine from the explosion. The shards of the sword flew straight to Kamui, but Mikoto shielded her with her body taking the hits herself.
Mikoto collapsed, but Kamui was able to catch her.
"You're not hurt, are you? Tell me you are okay." Mikoto asked weakly as Kamui slowly nodded with tears in her eyes.
"I'm fine." Kamui said shakily
"I'm so glad…" Mikoto said as she closed her eyes as Kamui's sobs grew louder.
"MOTHER!" Kamui shouted in angst.
The rest of the royal family that remanded unharmed from the attack collected themselves and saw what had happened to their mother.
"Mother? MOTHER?!" Sakura shouted frantically as she tried to approach her, but Ryoma stopped her. Instead, he drew his sword and approached the hooded figure.
"You there…" He growled as he tried to slash the figure, but the attack completely missed. "SHOW YOURSELF!"
Kamui was shaken over what had happened. Her mother was now gone. She died protecting her. That hooded figure will pay…
A red aura surrounded Kamui as she roared in pain and anger. Much like Corrin did a year ago, she had transformed into a dragon.
Silas looked on with shock.
"So, this is what happened to Corrin." He muttered in awe at what he saw.
"What is that? Is that a dragon?" Takumi asked shocked
"Unbelievable…" Ryoma muttered before noticing his surroundings. Some transparent solders appeared all around the ruined square. "Takumi. Take the retainers and protect the rest of the city."
"What? We can't just leave mother!" Takumi protested
"Pull yourself together Takumi! As a prince of Hoshido you have to protect the citizens." Ryoma ordered
"…Right." Takumi relented as he left, though he did take another look at the rampaging Kamui. "If you never showed up…mother would still be alive!" He growled "I wanted to trust her, but was this her plan all along? I'm such an idiot!"
"Kamui!" Azura shouted as she tried to approach her but was grabbed by Kaze.
"Lady Azura, it's too dangerous!" Kaze protested
"If we don't return Kamui back to normal soon, she will completely lose her mind!" Azura protested
"But!" Kaze began
"I will be fine. I can fight as well." Azura said
"…Okay. But stay close to me." Kaze said as Azura nodded. Both readying their weapons.
"Just hang in there Kamui…" Azura muttered as she began to face off against one of the mysterious solider.
With everyone else distracted and Kamui running around as a dragon, Silas ran up to the injured Queen, slicing any enemy that got in his way. Once he reached her, he held her close. She was still alive, but she wasn't going to last.
"Hang in there! I think I might have an Elixir or something!" Silas said as he dug through his pockets.
Mikoto shook her head slowly. "I'm afraid it's too late for me."
"You can't say that! What about him?" Silas asked
"My biggest regret is that I can never hold my son again. But I don't want him to be forgotten when I died…" Mikoto said
She looked inside her memories. She saw a boy that looked just like Kamui but with shorter hair.
'His name starts with a C…' She thought as a shock came to her. "CORRIN!" She gasped
Silas was in shock. How could she remember Corrin's name?
"That is his name, right? Corrin? Please tell me Silas!" Mikoto pleaded weakly
Silas slowly nodded. "Yeah. His name is Corrin. He grew up on a place called Destiny Island with his adopted brother Sora, and his friends Riku and Kairi."
Mikoto smiled. "I did it. I remembered him at the very end."
Elsewhere, Roxas and Xion both collapsed in pain as they both held their heads. The pain stopped shortly after as both got up confused as to what that was.
With DIZ:
"Interesting. Something has affected Corrin's heart and that in turn is affecting Sora." DIZ muttered. "Seems to be pulling away some memories away from the Nobodies. To bad it isn't the crucial ones and it seems to have stopped once again."
"Silas, I want you to do me a favor." Mikoto asked weakly as her conscious started to slip more and more.
"What is it?" Silas asked with tears in his eyes.
"Tell Corrin when you see him again that I loved him. And tell Sora and his mother I said thank you for looking after him when I couldn't." Mikoto said weakly
Silas shook his head. "You can tell them that yourself. You can't die!"
Mikoto smiled as she slowly closed her eyes. 'My dear sweet Kamui. It saddens me that our time together has to be cut short even after we've just been reunited. I'm sorry I can't guide you from here on out, but I trust that you will find allies that will help you where I cannot. And Corrin…I wish I was able to hold you…just one last time. Takumi, I know this will not be easy on you. But please don't give up hope. I believe it you.'
Mikoto then had one final vision. A vision of Corrin, Kamui, a brown-haired boy wielding a Key for a sword that she believed might be Sora, and many others stood face to face with the Silent Dragon as a dark aura surrounded the insane dragon.
'You are all going to accomplish great things though. I know it. Farewell my children.'
With that, Queen Mikoto passed away.
Silas gently set her down as he started to leave.
'If I stay here now, it will only cause trouble. I must get back to my mission anyway. Corrin, I'm sorry I wasn't strong enough.' Silas thought as he fled the Chaos.
Ryoma and the other had regrouped. The enemies have been defeated, though the cloaked figure had vanished
"Is everyone okay?" Ryoma asked
"We are fine, but Lady Kamui is still…" Kaze began as Kamui was still on a rampage.
"The enemies are gone, but she is still out of control?" Takumi asked
"Her mind is filled with grief and hatred. If this goes on, she will not stop until she has destroyed everyone and everything." Azura said
"In that case, there is one thing to do." Takumi growled as he raised the Fujin Yumi much to everyone's horror.
"Takumi, what are you doing?" Ryoma demanded.
"If Kamui won't turn back to normal, then we have to kill her." Takumi said
"Knock this off Takumi!" Hinoka shouted "Kamui is our sibling!"
"Please! Don't do this!" Sakura pleaded.
"Our duty is to protect our country! The country that mother left behind to us!" Takumi retorted causing Ryoma to flinch as Takumi said similar words that he used earlier. Takumi was technically right. If they couldn't stop Corrin, they would have to kill her before more innocent lives were taken.
Kamui roared once again as she slowly approached the rest of the family.
"Stop it Kamui!" Takumi growled. "I WON'T LET YOU TAKE ANYONE ELSE AWAY FROM ME AGAIN!"
"Wait! I can stop her!" Azura said as she approached Kamui.
"What do you mean?" Takumi demanded
"You are the ocean's grey waves." Azura began to sing. Her pendant began to glow as a swarm of bubbles surrounded her.
"Azura! It's too dangerous!" Ryoma protested as he tried to stop her, but a wave of water knocked him back.
"You are the ocean's grey waves, destined to seek life beyond the shores just out of reach! Yet the waters ever change…" Azura continued to sing, but Kamui raised a claw and attacked Azura causing her to fall in pain.
"AZURA!" Sakura shouted in fear
"Flowing like time, the path is yours to climb." Azura finished as she tried to get up, but a Kamui grabbed her by the throat with her claws.
"Kill me if you want, but do it as yourself…" Azura said weakly. Kamui stopped growling and slowly released Azura as her body glowed and she returned to normal.
"My real father…I remember what happened." Kamui mumbled. Much like Corrin, she had the dream where Garon killed her father and took her and her…brother?
"I had a twin brother?" Kamui asked herself quietly but that thought was put on hold when she saw the destruction around her.
"Are you alright Kamui?" Azura asked as she slowly managed to get back up
"I'm so sorry Azura. Are you okay? I can't believe I attacked you!" Kamui asked
"I'm fine Kamui. You weren't yourself." Azura assured with a smile. "It was the blood of the ancient dragon that awakened inside of you."
"Ancient Dragon? But I thought only the Nohrian's were decedents of the ancient dragon." Kamui asked
"Nohr is the descendants of the Dusk Dragon. Hoshido is the descendants of the Dawn Dragon." Ryoma clarified. "Though the ability to actual turn into a dragon is quite rare."
"What about the towns people?" Kamui asked as she looked around. "This is terrible."
"This is what the Nohrian's do. That blade you had was a gift from King Garon correct?" Ryoma asked
Kamui nodded.
"You are not to blame for this. He knew that you would be captured and brought before the Queen. We all fell for his trap." Ryoma said sadly
"But why would he do this to me? I am so sorry." Kamui said
"Your apology means NOTHING! Mother and many others are dead because of you. If you never showed up, none of this would ever have happened." Takumi snapped
"Enough Takumi!" Ryoma ordered
"Your words won't change anything and besides…" Azura began only for Takumi to cut her off.
"Shut up Azura! You are the same as her!" Takumi shouted before turning back to Kamui "You planed this didn't you? You are a curse!"
"Enough Takumi. She helped us with those Nohrian soldiers." Hinoka protested
"You can hate me if you want, but Kamui is your sister." Azura said
"She is NOT my sister." Takumi spat
"Hold on. I don't believe that this is what Queen Mikoto wanted." Yukimura said approaching everyone.
"What do you mean? Do you know something?" Ryoma asked
"I hate to deliver this news but Mikoto foresaw her own death. She didn't see when or how, but she saw a dark force was behind it. Also, look at the statue." Yukimura said pointing to the destroyed statue that was once at the center of the plaza. A sword was sticking out of it and all but Kamui knew of it. It was gold in color with four holes near the hilt of the sword.
"It can't be." Ryoma gasped
"That is indeed the Divine Blade Yato. Much like your sword the Raijinto lord Ryoma, or Lord Takumi's Fujin Yumi, the weapon is one that chooses it's wielder and is said to key to peace for our world.
"The Key to Peace?" Kamui asked
The Yato then levitated into the air and flew into Kamui's hand much to everyone's surprise.
"The blade has chosen Kamui." Ryoma said in awe
"Impossible." Takumi muttered in disbelief
"Kamui, do you know what this means?" Hinoka asked
"Kamui? Are you listening?" Sakura asked concerned as Kamui hadn't said anything in response.
Kamui just stared at the Yato. From afar, Silas watched from his pocket telescope. He felt bad leaving them in the hands of an out of control dragon, but he was glad everyone was alive and well.
Kaze then approached Ryoma.
Lord Ryoma, I have big news. A massive army of Nohrian's has gathered outside the boarder.
"This is the final straw. I was hoping to avoid an all-out war, but the Nohrian's have left me with no choice. Death is too good for them. Who is with me?" Ryoma asked as everyone minus Kamui, Sakura, and Azura nodded. Though Sakura still left with the others leaving Kamui and Azura alone.
"Is bloodshed the only answer?" Kamui asked "Still, I feel that I should follow Ryoma to the boarder."
"Before you do that, I have something to tell you." Azura said "If you were to turn into a dragon right now, you would likely lose your humanity. But this should help you."
Azura's hands flashed as a dragon stone appeared. Both it and Kamui started to glow.
"It is called a Dragon will allow you to transform at will without losing control of yourself." Azura said
"Thank you Azura." Kamui smiled. "I don't know what I'd do without you."
"It is nothing. But we should go catch up with the others." Azura said as the two left.
Kamui was unsure of what was going to happen, but she did know one thing for sure. What was about to happen was going to be the start of something big.
And that's a wrap!
So, let's talk about Mikoto. I know that some of you waned me to keep her alive, but I really found no reason to. Not that it would be impossible, but at the same time, the things people asked, I could still do with her dead thanks to Anaknos magic. And in that case, there wasn't much of a reason to keep her alive. Though at the very least, I wasn't going to let her die while forgetting Corrin. That's just heartless.
As for what happened to Corrin, well, it's kind of similar to what happened to Kairi in KH2 in how she accelerated Sora's restoration. As a result, more images of Corrin have came back and people will start realizing that there was another prince.
Also, I'm sorry that I cut out the dream of Garon kidnapping them, but I already did it in Of Key and Sword Kingdom Hearts with Corrin and I expanded the scene in Chain of Memories with Riku and Silas so rewriting it for a third time would be rather redundant.
Anyway, next chapter, Kamui will make her decision. Stay tuned.
Guestwithideas: Yeah, he did say that in the game, but he didn't in the HD collection and manga which was what I looked at more when writing this. Sorry I forgot that line XD
As for Mikoto, I don't think it was really hiding her people. Considering she came from Valla, she likely knew what was going on, but had no way to combat it. (Heck you could argue the same with Azura being rather vague as her means of solving things) And it didn't really seal them off from the rest of the world. People can still come and go to Hoshido, and in one of the DLC, Ryoma does state he needs coffee in the morning which is a Nohrian product. As I wrote before, trade likely stopped more with people's fear of going to Nohr after Oboro's parents were killed just for getting popular. (Plus with Nohr's corrupt government outside the Royal Family, I wouldn't be surprised if there were more deaths to traders) Who would want to go there? Also, considering how ignorant Corrin is of the world due to living in isolation, he/she would probably be more for it since it means no bloodshed, and I don't think even at this point is he/she aware of Nohr's problems to even question it.
The idea of questioning it isn't a bad idea though and I might do that later in the Fates Arc, but I don't think Kamui is the right person to do it
Guest: Xaldin wanted the Beast for the Organization, and while he is not weak, he is not at the power of the rest of the Organization ether. Also, Corrin and Silas were able to go to "Universal level" in the matter of months, but Xander and Ryoma doing that would be BS? That makes no sense.
On that note, I have little to no interest in the VS community or the VS Wiki, so I will NOT be looking it up for my story. A crossover should not allow one side to outshine the other so much and if I did what you asked, then it would just be the Kingdom Hearts show that makes this idea of a crossover pointless. Any reason for a power up will not be BS, and no one will be nerfed.