The next day was a blur as the Keyblade wielders were to witness the Mark of Mastery Exam that is taking place. Xehanort and Eraqus have set up everything for the Exam that was taking place within the evening.
Harry was standing besides his sister and friends as they were waiting on the first guests to arrive. A dark corridor opened and out stepped a man with long white hair. "Xemnas" said Xehanort.
"Father," said Xemnas bowing his head to the old man just as another corridor opened and out came another man with long silver hair. Right behind him was a man with blonde hair and his attire was a white robe. "Father!" said Namine hugging the man who returned it.
"Hello my child, how are our studies?" asked Ansem the wise.
"Just fine," she replied as Isa and Lea stepped forward and bowed their heads to their King. 'And we have been keeping her safe Lord Ansem, just like you asked us to" said Isa.
"Very good." said Ansem the Wise before a large red ship landed in the courtyard. This was a Gummiship and it was created by the King of Disney castle. King Mickey to travel between worlds. The ramp opened and out came a Mouse, Duck and a Dog. "Mickey, Donald and Goofy!" Sora said with a big smile.
"Howdy fellas, how's it going" Goofy said with a wave. The three disney residence exchanged greetings with everyone present. "The king just took his Mark of Mastery with Master Yen Sid the other day and he passed so he's a master now" Donald said.
"That is correct." said Yen Sid coming out of the ship. The apprentices bowed their heads towards him. "Master Yen Sid" They said. Yen Sid returned the gesture before he looked at Harry, Kairi and Sora. "I see that you three have finally begin your training with your keyblades" He said.
"Yes sir" said the three when another pop was heard as Merlin appeared next to Yen Sid. "Ah, looks like i made it just in time."
"Master Merlin" said the apprentices. Merlin drops on by and tutors them in magic on days Eraqus and Xehanort are occupied with their duties as Masters.
"Where are Aqua and Terra?" asked Merlin noticing that they were nowhere to be found. "There preparing for the exam. There both nervous" said Vanitas crossing his arm.
"Everyone if you would please step inside. The Mark of Mastery Exam will begin in a few minutes." said Eraqus getting everyone's attention. The group of people nodded before entering the front doors and headed for the throne room. The three thrones now with additional thrones were set up near the front. Mickey moved to take a seat next to Yen Sid who occupied the middle throne. Master Eraqus and Master Xehanort were the only ones standing as Xemnas and Ansem took their place at the entrance. "Welcome my friends to the Land of Departure. We are glad you all can make it today" Eraqus spoke out with a friendly voice.
"It is a special day for two of our finest Keyblade Warriors," Xehanort continued before the bells went off making everyone look confused. "What in the world?" asked Roxas.
"Are we under attack by the forces of Darkness?" asked Riku as the apprentices formed a circle around Kairi to keep her safe. "Xemnas!, Ansem, investigate" said Xehanort as the Sons of Xehanort when to investigate the sudden intrusion.
Outside the castle. Dumbledore and the rest of the rescue team appeared out of a pop. "where are we?" asked Dedalus Diggle. One of Dumbledore's top supporters. The witches and wizards soon looked around their surroundings. The place they were in was surrounded by many mountains and river and they looked to the castle.
"That is one strange looking castle Daddy." said a blonde hair girl with ice blue eyes looking at the castle. "Yes it is love" said the blonde haired man looking at the castle and then at her. The girl made a small step towards the castle when a red energy bolt shot out of nowhere. Her mother casted a charm to shield her from the red bolt. Xemnas appeared out of his Dark Corridor. The magicals were taken back that this man appeared out of a dark corridor. "why did you come here?" asked Xemnas crossing his arms.
"A Dark Wizard!, Albus we must get them out now. Who knows what has become of the Potter Twins, They been exposed to Dark Magic." said A red headed woman before another corridor opened behind them and Ansem appeared. "Whatever are you talking about. Dark Magic?, We only use the Darkness in our hearts." said Ansem crossing his arms.
/Darkness in hearts?/ Thought the magic users.
"What is the intrusion?" asked Eraqus coming outside and standing on his steps. His gaze landed on the newcomers before he demanded. "Who are you all, Speak up!"
Dumbledore stood out before he said. "My name is Albus Wilfric, Brian Dumbledore. Chief Warlock, Supreme Mugwamp of the Wizagamot and Headmaster of Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry."
"I did not ask for you titles wizard, why have you come to my home uninvited?" asked Eraqus preparing to summon his keyblade. These people were from Merlin's Homeworld just like Harry and Kairi. He came down the steps until he was within inches of the group.
"We are searching for Harry and Kairi Potter, Their late parents enrolled them into our school after they were born." McGonagall answered for him. Eraqus eyed them before he said. "We Will talk later, but right now, you will come inside and you will wait until I and my Colleague are ready to speak." Eraqus said before he motioned for them to follow him inside. Being silent did the Magicals follow him inside the castle with Xemnas and Ansem behind them. Before long they were at the grand hall and everyone present saw the magicals. "Who are they?" They heard Sora asked.
"I don;t know Sora, they dress kinda weird" Roxas stated. Eraqus shot a glance to Xehanort and he nodded. They will deal with them later but right now, they must continue with the Mark of Mastery. Guiding them to a small area next to the thrones did Eraqus returned to his spot. "I'm sorry for the delay for we have some uninvited guests, Terra, Aqua. you may enter now" Eraqus said.
Terra and Aqua came in as they walked towards the thrones. Both of them walked with confidence as they shot a small look to their friends who encourage them on. "You got this guys" said Namine.
"Yeah we believe in you." said Xion. The two came to a halt in front of the steps. Xehanort then spoke up. He smiled, "...Today you will be examined for the Mark of Mastery. Not just one, but two of the Keyblade's chosen stand here as candidates but this is neither a competition, nor a battle for supremacy. It is not a test of wills, but rather a test of heart. Both of you may prevail, but neither. But I'm sure our guests, Master Yen Sid, Master Merlin, and Ansem the Wise did not travel all this way to see our youngest prospects in years fall short of the mark." The wizards and witches looked towards the throne and saw Merlin. All of their eyes widen on seeing the legendary Wizard from their world. . "By God, Merlin is alive?" muttered Hestia Jones.
Xehanort turned to the two apprentices, "are you both ready?"
"Yes." They replied.
"Albus, what is a Keyblade?' asked McGonagall on never hearing about a Keyblade. "I am just as confused as you are Minerva. Perhaps we are about to see." Dumbledore replied.
Xehanort looked at Eraqus and the two opened their palms and summoned their Keyblades in a burst of magic. Eraqus's keyblade is called Master Defender. The Master's Defender has a smooth, cylindrical, grey shaft that tapers outward at both ends. It has a boxy guard, made up of two small, light grey boxes and copper rod. The base of the guard connects to the grip, and both sport several small indentations lining them. The grip itself is somewhat unique in that, while most Keyblade grips are cylindrical, the Master's Defender's grip is squared. The teeth are in the shape of an "E". The "E"-shaped teeth and the square grip are likely an allusion to "Square-Enix", which Eraqus's name also references. Its Keychain is made of several simple chain links and its token is the Terra's Mark symbol that appears on Eraqus's, Ventus's, Terra's, and Aqua's clothing. the other magicals were taken back at the weapons. The Keyblade Masters raised their Keyblades, "Then let the examination begin!"
Terra and Aqua faced each other before they too summoned their keyblades. Terra summoned Ends of the Earth and Aqua with Stormfell. Master Eraqus then summoned forth orbs of Light as Xehanort summoned orbs of Darkness. Everyone watched as Aqua and Terra took down the orbs of Light and Darkness. "Thunder surge!" Aqua said before dashing against two orbs with electricity around her.
"Dark Firaga!" Terra said firing several dark fireballs at another orb.
"How is it they are using magic without a wand?" asked the man with blonde hair.
"The Keyblade, A truly Marvelous Weapon, The Keyblade is an ancient weapon that has existed for a long time" Xemnas spoke from beside him.
"The Keyblade is connected to it's bearer's heart which draws out their powers The Keyblade is unique because it chooses its master.." said Ansem from the other side of Xemnas. The magical nodded before looking back at the exam.
Aqua and Terra completed the first trial before facing each other. "Alright, now the good part. Terra i'm betting on you!" said Lea with a grin.
"I'm betting 50 bucks on Bluebird" said Vanitas.
"Who else wants in" said Lea before everyone in the group handed money to Lea. "Really Lea?" asked Aqua raising an eyebrow at him. she tried to resist laughing Eraqus and Xehanort looked over to the younger apprentices with a raised eyebrow. Mickey tried to hold back a laugh but Yen Sid caught him. thinking he was in trouble did he straighten up but the old master had a rare smile on his face.
"Don;t worry Aqua, were rooting for you" Kairi said along with Xion and Namine cheering for her. Aqua smiled before she and Terra began their spar while everyone watched. Terra and Aqua appeared to be even matched although Terra relies on his strength and his darkness while Aqua used her variety of Magic. The spar between the two ended and they stood in front of the steps while the four masters discussed before Eraqus stood to address them." We have deliberated and reached a decision. Terra, Aqua, you performed commendably."
"Terra, You kept the Darkness you hold in your heart in check, A rare feat for those who use the Darkness. " said Xehanort.
"Terra, Aqua you both have shown us the Mark of Mastery so it is with great pride that we name you both Masters." said Yen Sid.
Terra and Aqua both had huge smiles on their faces. Their friends came over to them. "I knew toy guys could do it" Ven said hugging their sides. After everyone said their congratulations to Aqua and Terra. Xehanort spoke up. "Aqua, Terra, Step forward."
Aqua and Terra approached and got on their knees. Dumbledore and his group wondered if they were about to be knighted. "Aqua Holland, Terra Dohring,, by the right of the Keyblade Masters, and the will of the Keyblade, we proclaim you both, Keyblade Masters. Defender of the Light!" Eraqus and Xehanort decreed as the two rose back up. Glancing over to their uninvited guests did Eraqus look over to Ventus and Vanitas. " Ventus, Vanitas, Lea and Isa please escort the young ones to thei, We have official business to discuss with our uninvited guests. "
"Yes Master" said the four before gesturing the others towards the stairs, Walking by the wizards did they see Harry and Kairi for the first time. Harry was alot like James only his eyes were bright emerald green. Kairi with her mother's dark red hair and ocean blue eyes. Once they were gone did Eraqus beckoned them forward as he took his seat on his throne as two more chairs were added for Aqua and Terra. Taking their spots next to Mickey did Eraqus began. "We know you come from Merlin's old homeworld. I am Master Eraqus and the man next to me is My colleague and trusted friend. Master Xehanort and we welcome you to our home. The Land of Departure "
Xehanort nodded to his friend before he spoke. "You've already meet my sons, Ansem and Xemnas. Ansem is a researcher at Radiant Garden while Xemnas is in charge of Organization XIII,"
"I am Ansem the wise, Sage King of Radiant Garden" said Ansem the Wise.
"And i'm Mickey Mouse, King of Disney Castle" Mickey said.
"You already know me," Merlin siad.
"And i am Yen Sid, Watcher of the balance of the worlds." said Yen Sid.
"Worlds?" asked Professor Mcgonagall.
"Yes, you are far away from Earth, how did you get here anyway?, by Portkey am I guessing?" asked Merlin.
"Enough, we come to retrieve Harry and Kairi Potter and bring them back with us. They are Celebrities from our home." Fudge having enough of waiting and getting to the point. Terra growled before summoning his Guardian and have it come within inches of Fudges face. The small man with the bowler hat began to shake at the creature's yellow eyes."What in Morgana's name is that!" shouted Molly scared of the Guardian.
"You will do no such thing!, They are happy here and we do not care if they are considered celebrities from Earth" Xehanort said slaming his fist on his throne.
"Peace my friend and Terra, Please dismiss your Guardian before that man wets himself on our clean floor." Eraqus said to Terra.
"Yes Master" said Terra before dismissing the Guardian and a wet spot was clearly on the minister's trousers. the man's face was extremely pale. "Please forgive Minister Fudge, We only wish to have Harry and Kairi attend Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry." said Dumbledore with a twinkle in his eyes. Xehanort sent the man a small glare from his throne noticing the twinkle. Eraqus can feel his friend anger from his own seat.
"And why is that?, They learn magic from me. There is no need for them to go to Hogwarts." Merlin stated.
" their late parents, James and Lily enrolled them after they were born. They must attend or else lose their magic." said Mcgonagall.
"That is true, I was there when the founders founded the school. They made it so that any who are enrolled must attend" Merlin stated to his colleagues after pinching his nose. "Perhaps we should consult this more thoroughly. " Xehanort said before Merlin casts a very powerful privacy ward around the thrones.
. "I don;t trust them one bit" Terra said making it clear.
"I know Terra, Especially the man named Dumbledore and Fudge. We will have to keep an eye on them." Xehanort said before sending a small glare towards the two men.
"Are we considering letting Harry and Kairi attend this Hogwarts?" asked Mickey.
"I think we should" Aqua said now speaking. All heads turned to her before she continued. "This might be their only chance to get closure on their past"
Yen Sid with his eyes closed spoke. "You are correct Aqua. this could be their one chance to find out more about their past."
"They won;t be alone, we will be there for them like we always have been" Terra said. The masters and the Sage King nodded agreeing with him. Dumbledore and the other magical folk watched as the privacy ward went down. "After deliberating, we have come with an agreement." Eraqus said.
"We will allow Harry and Kairi to attend Hogwarts. however, we have several demands" said Xehanort.
"Of course, anything you want" Dumbledore said. He was determined to get his weapons under his thumb as soon as possible. The betrothal contract between Kairi and Ron Weasley and Harry and Ginny Weasley would soon be in fruition and he would have control of the entire Potter Fortune with Molly Weasley.
"First thing, our other pupils will be enrolled as well and Master Aqua and Master Terra will be supervising them along with King Mickey" Eraqus said.
"They still have their own training with them on their Keyblades. They will attend classes in the school but however during evenings and the weekends, they will be training with Terra, Aqua and Mickey. no one from your school better not disturb them. That includes the staff unless they get detention" Xehanort stated.
"Is that all?" asked Dumbledore.
"Yes, do we have an agreement?" asked Eraqus.
Dumbledore then said with a smile. "Yes, i agree with your terms,"
"Good, you all must be hungry, our cooks will prepare dinner for us." said Eraqus before standing up from his throne. The blonde haired girl looked at her mother before she asked. "Mother, may i explore this place?"
"If it is alright with Master Eraqus Daphne" her mother said before looking at Master Eraqus. "I see no trouble with that," Eraqus said with a smile. Daphne headed down the stairs towards the front door to explore this new castle.
-Reconnect-
Both Terra and Aqua are masters. Next chapter will be the meeting between Harry and Daphne as well as Harry and Kairi learning about their origins