"Don't assume your dreams are just fantasy. If you can imagine a world, believe in it. And dive in."
Where we last left Nocturne, she found the last Thalassa Shell and out of the blue, her heart began to shine throughout Hotel Betwixt! What's going on?!
Nocturne: Oh my stars. I figured out who the boy is, it's Sora. He's the one who saved me from the incident. He's the one, who helped me come back from The Final World and back to Nightfall City. (Laughing in triumph)
Aria: (Yelling from the intercom) Will you shut up, Nocturne?! People are trying to sleep!
Nocturne: (Responded to Aria) Sorry. (Squealed quietly) I've got to get back to the campsite. I need to tell mother about the great news!
(Meanwhile in Camden Town)
Soleil and Lune had their keyblades, Dawn Till Dusk and Midnight Blue out and about. Their opponent facing them was none other than...Aubade?
Nocturne: (Came out of the World Gate) Mother! You wouldn't believe what happened at my house and. (Saw the scene) What?
She saw the situation that her mother and Soleil were fighting Aubade and the opponent had darkness within her and not the good kind.
Soleil: Nocturne. Your sister is a fake! The real Aubade would never lie to her family!
Aubade: Nocturne, I told you that I wouldn't lie again. You have to trust me.
Lune: That impostor, she's after you and you alone! She's after your light and darkness combined!
Aubade: Nocturne, look at me. It's your sister and our moms needs some sense that they would know that I would never betray them. Help me take them down and they'll come to reason.
Lune: Don't do it, it's a trap! She wants you by her side, so that she'll attack you later.
Nocturne: Don't worry, mother. I already know. While I was coming back here, I sensed a malevolent will inside of Aubade. Which made me realize something. At this very moment, WHERE'S THE REAL AUBADE?! TELL ME RIGHT NOW, FAKER!
Aubade?: (Distorted Voice) (Laughter) Who would've thought that the Dragon Princess figured out my disguise of taking out the sisters, along with you later?
Nocturne: What are you?
The Furfrou turned herself into a Darkling and the other women were shocked and surprised as the Darkling itself powered itself up.
Nocturne: Mother, Soleil, stay back! Head back home! I don't know if I'll be back home tomorrow or early. But, things are about to get deadly.
Lune: (Nodded) Soleil, let's get our stuff and get out of here. Be careful, Nocturne. And...be careful. (Left to Nightfall City, along with Soleil)
Darkling: Aw, did poor mommy left you all alone? (Laughing) How foolish! With you all alone, I'll finally obtain the source of your light and your darkness, Nocturne!
Nocturne: (Growling) After I mop the floor with you, I'm going to train hard. Go to Mementos and find the real Aubade!
Darkling: I would like to see you try. After they mop the floor with you! (Summons Flame, Water and Earth Cores to her disposal with her power)
Nocturne: Heartless! I knew it. Looks like I'll have to handle this matter on my own. (Summons her keyblade) (Mouthful) Bring it on!
The core Heartless went after Nocturne as she was ready to unleash her elements on them, as the went for the Earth Cores, but when she was about to strike, the Earth Cores used their spikes on their backs to counter attack. They were giving Nocturne a rough time as they were using their spikes to make her feel rough on the edges. But Nocturne dodged the attacks, as she made an opening and strikes at the face. Each and every one of them. As Nocturne went to the Water Cores, she attacked them. But soon, they had their shields up and attacks Nocturne with water attacks. This made Nocturne strike them with Fire and the shields were evaporated and were taken down by Nocturne's Thunder Magic. But she did took damage from the Flame Cores and that wasn't pleasant.
Nocturne: (Burning a bit) Ow! Ow! Ow!
Darkling: Flame Cores got you all burnt up? If you can't take the heat, get out of their way.
Nocturne: I won't fall! (Used water magic on Flame Cores) Ha! How's that!
But the Flame Cores were all red and rushed all over the place, while trying to injure Nocturne wherever she goes. But then they made a straight down attack. Right down to the ground with an almighty flame attack! Which almost made a fire. Nocturne quickly used water magic on the fire and strikes down the Flame Cores. But Nocturne is really exhausted.
Darkling: Very impressive. You survive...for now. I hope that the thirteen of you against the seven of my masters will battle against the odds in a war that will make you say, "Whoa". (Creates a dark corridor) See you later. (Went inside the corridor and vanished)
Nocturne: Wait! (Ran towards the corridor, but it was too late. The corridor disappeared) WAIT!
The battle took all night and the sun was already rising and as for Nocturne, she was howling at the sky in despair.
Nocturne: (Stops howling) Aubade...where are you?
(Meanwhile in Nightfall City) (Soleil and Lune's Bedroom)
Lune: (In bed, sighing) Soleil, you think we did the right thing leaving Nocturne to the Darkling?
Soleil: (In bed) Of course you did, babe. That impostor sure knew how to pretend one of our daughters and gets away with it.
Lune: I understand that. I just hope that we're doing our best as stepmothers to Nocturne. Even though our children are taking good care of them, if we find them and reunite with our family with her mom.
Soleil: I hope you're right, Lune. Children, we'll find you and have a nice reunion party, along with Nocturne's mother.
Lune: I promise that I will keep your daughter safe, Prisme.
(Meanwhile in Radiant Garden)
There was a woman walking through the plaza, as she was gazing at the morning sun.
Prisme: (Sigh) Nocturne...I know where you are. I'll be right there. (Thought) Riku, Kairi and everyone else...try to bring Sora back from The Final World. (Summoned her Starlight and used it to summon a World Gate to Camden Town) Nocturne, your mother's coming for you. (Walks towards the gate and disappears)
(Early Morning in Camden Town)
Nocturne was dozing off in her sleep outside trying to forget what happened last night, but when she was enjoying her slumber, someone called to her.
Mysterious Voice: Nocturne. It's time to wake up. (Nocturne didn't respond) (Singsong) Wake up, Nocturne.
Nocturne: Huh? Who's there?
Mysterious Voice: If you want to know, then open your eyes, my special one.
Nocturne opened her eyes and saw that there's a Silvally that's watching her sleep.
Prisme: Good morning, my dear. How did you sleep?
Nocturne: Who are you and did you call me in my sleep? I even slept pretty well, by the way.
Prisme: I see that Lune and Soleil did their job right and sent you to take care of that faker of a daughter. I don't like impostors. You've found all of the Thalassa Shells and that would allow you to see your true self and your true mother.
Nocturne: My true self? Aren't I myself already? I've even awakened my persona, Carmilla!
Prisme: It's true, but you also awakened an all new power. (Whistles)
Ebony and Ivory arrived from deep within Nocturne and they have spun around to become a flash of light and darkness. The girls have become the two keyblades, Oathkeeper and Oblivion.
Nocturne: (Gasp) Oathkeeper and Oblivion?! But...I thought they were gone forever after the incident. And the ones who used these keyblades are me and. (But then she realized something that made her heart quiver in happiness and sorrow) (Starts to cry) My real mother. (Reverts her keyblades)
Prisme: That's right, my dear. (Embraces Nocturne with a hug) I'm here for you now.
Nocturne: Mother. (Crying) You came back...to me. Aunt Soleil and Aunt Lune took care of me pretty well. But I think it's time that we head home.
Prisme: I agree. But in a few minutes, we'll have to come back here. You have a date with two special dalmatians.
Nocturne: Dolly and Dylan? Wait, you met the family as well?!
Prisme: Why of course, I did. I had to visit the parents from their jobs and even met the children while I was at their house while you're in school.
Nocturne: Huh? (With a long "A" sound) What?! You explored the rest of Camden Town without me?!
Prisme: Mmm-hmm! I've seen the sights of London and besides, there was a lot of stores and a lot of landmarks. But the park looks quite relaxing.
Nocturne: You mean that I've been to the park and the dalmatian house throughout this whole time in my life?!
Prisme: Pretty much. But hey, after we head back, I'll show you. (Summons her keyblade, Starlight and opened up a World Gate) Let's go.
Nocturne nodded and went through the gate as they and the gate disappear.
[Nightfall City - Hotel Betwixt - Penthouse]
They arrived at the penthouse from Camden Town in the Room Between as humans, they have no idea what the other girls are about to meet.
Soleil and Lune were in the living room making Egg Sausage Sandwiches for Serenade and Aria, but after they gave the food to them. They saw something that made their reactions go blank.
Prisme: (In human form) Room for two more, Soleil and Lune?
Soleil/Lune: (Shocked Gasp) P...P...Prisme?
Serenade/Aria: Aunt Prisme?! (Screaming like little girls)
Nocturne: How's everything, Aunt Soleil and Aunt Lune?
Soleil: I see that you're real mother is here with you.
Lune: This was an unexpected surprise. How did you find her?
Nocturne: Actually, she found me in Camden Town and explored the entire town of Camden and London. (Thought) Which is so not fair!
Prisme: That's right, now that I'm here. Me and my daughter will take the penthouse from here. After we have our breakfast.
Serenade: Wait, does that mean that.
Aria: Nocturne's going to be by herself in the penthouse?!
Prisme: Relax. There's a floor below us that acts like a house and there's even a living room, bathroom, kitchen and their own rooms. The keys are your marks and whenever you want to go in your room, the mark will activate the locks and you'll be in.
Serenade: Okay!
Soleil: We have our own floor? What's it called?
Lune: Our own floor to ourselves? That's fascinating.
Nocturne: It's called the "House Floor", it's connected to the penthouse elevator, besides the one outside that would lead to the hotel itself.
Serenade: There's an elevator in the penthouse?!
Aria: Where is it?
Soleil: Right next to the double doors of The Room Between, girls.
The girls went to an elevator that would lead to the house floor with a picture of a house on the elevator doors.
Lune: Okay, we'll go check out our new place, while you two can have as some time to bond with each other.
Serenade, Aria, Soleil and Lune went inside the elevator as the down light was on and the girls went down to the house floor. While Prisme and Nocturne hang out at the penthouse for a bit. But when they were about to say something, the Thalassa Shells were glowing and they were spinning around and around until they formed a beautiful flower.
Prisme: It's the Solar Flower! (The flower glowed so bright, it's making the penthouse change it's scenery)
The penthouse began to change as the insides of the penthouse gained more rooms and an elevator that heads to the hotel and the other floors. That way, they won't have to go outside and go to the elevator. This isn't a penthouse, this was a mansion! It's like living in luxury.
Nocturne: Oh. My. Stars! What the heck just happened?
Prisme: I think I know what happened. When the seven shells are united, The house will make sure that we won't be divided. Making this a penthouse mansion for me, you and my sisters and their daughters to live here.
Nocturne: Whoa. But what happened to Serenade, Aria, Soleil and Lune?
The elevator dinged and the four girls came out of the elevator feeling shocked and surprised as they saw what happened.
Aria: The penthouse is no longer. Well...a house.
Serenade: Are we in a mansion?
Soleil: Looks like it, Serenade.
Lune: Are you two alright?
Nocturne: Looks like it and are you three alright?!
Serenade: Yeah, one minute that we're in the elevator heading towards the House Floor.
Aria: But then, we were engulfed in light and that could only mean one thing.
Soleil/Lune: The entire penthouse has changed!
Nocturne: I can see that. But mother, don't we have some catching up to do?
Prisme: I don't know, my dear. I need to know more about this mansion. Including how to find our rooms.
Mysterious Voice: Leave that to me!
Something appeared out of nowhere and it was coming from a maid that came out of nowhere.
Nocturne: Who are you?
Melissa: Pardon me, my name's Melissa and I'll be your maid throughout your futures. I see that my lady of the hour has arrived.
Prisme: Melissa. My personal maid, It's been a long time since my absence. I take it that the hotel was a success?
Melissa: Yup, yup, yup! The hotel was a huge success. We're making a lot of money to make this place, a safe haven from the evil within. Now that I'm here, I'll show the ropes to Soleil and Lune, while you and your special one go out today.
Prisme: Okay then. Nocturne, shall we head back to Camden Town? You've still got a date, you know?
Nocturne: Sure, it's not like I have to fight any Heartless today.
Prisme: (Thought) This could make my life easier, I haven't seen my daughter for years. Now would be a good time to patch things up for her.
As Nocturne and Prisme went to Camden Town via the Room Between, as Melissa gave a tour of the mansion.
[London - Camden Town]
Prisme and Nocturne went sightseeing with their Pokemon forms as they were getting to thread the bonds between them. They went to see Big Ben, London Bridge and they even saw Buckingham Palace. Even though there was tight security inside. They have explored London with their hearts content as they were finally at 101 Dalmatian Street.
Nocturne: Well mother, here we are. 101 Dalmatian Street.
Prisme: Ah, yes. The Dalmatian Residence. I've seen how you did during your travels here. The way that you played with them, fed them and most importantly, pass down your power to them. But you only passed down 18 puppies and they are special to you.
Nocturne: That's right, you said I have a date with two special dalmatians that are dear to each other. Who could they be? (She knocked on the door and the pawprint scanner activated and the door opened to see that Dolly and Dylan arrived at the door.
Dolly/Dylan: Nocturne, you're back!
Nocturne: I sure did. And I brought someone that I would like you to meet. Mother?
Prisme: (Came to Nocturne's side) So. You must be Dolly and Dylan Dalmatian. (Giggles softly) My daughter told me a lot about you on the way here and did some sightseeing all over London.
Dolly: She did, did she?
Dylan: Nocturne...who is this person?
Nocturne: Dolly and Dylan, this is my mother. My real mother. Soleil and Lune, the ones you've met the other days are my aunts.
Dylan: Wait a minute. Soleil and Lune are your aunts?! Which means this is your mother!? Your actual mother?!
Dolly: Well this changes everything. I guess. But in a good way.
Prisme: May I come in?
Nocturne: Trust me, she may be like this. But deep down, she's very nice once you get to know her.
Dolly: Sure thing. Come on in!
Prisme: (Went inside the house) Thank you.
Nocturne: (Winks at Dolly) Thanks, Doll.
Dolly: (Blushing) You're welcome, Nocti.
Dylan: Nocti? Oh. That happened after we saw you two at Nightfall (Whispers) Park.
Dolly: Nice save. And yes, since she came to me, it was like we're meant to be together.
Dylan: Right. (Went to the living room with her sister following) I just hope that Nocturne's mother isn't another enemy.
Prisme: (Far away) I heard that!
Dylan: Okay, she's not an enemy.
Dolly: Come on, Dylan. Let's make Nocturne's mom comfortable.
Dylan: If you say so. (Closed the door behind him as he went with Dolly to give them breakfast)
(In the living room)
Nocturne: So, Mother. What do you think?
Prisme: I think you made quite a lot of friends with these children. (Giggling, while meeting the children) They are quite sweet and fun to play.
Nocturne: Really, Mother? You really think they're nice?!
Prisme: From the bottom of my heart. Unlike what happened last night. That Darkling who took Aubade's form.
Nocturne: Yeah. Totally not cool. So...what should we do with that kind of problem.
Prisme: Maybe if I could just talk to Arsene, see if Aubade is captive somewhere in Mementos and tell me where she is.
Nocturne: Wait. You know Arsene and the others?!
Prisme: It's true. Before then, I had the ability to talk to Personas and Pokemon. I still have those abilities and now Nocturne, so do you.
Nocturne: Whoa. This is totally blowing my mind, looks like we're going to have a wonderful day when I get back after this date.
As they were relaxing, Doug and Delilah came by the living room to spend time with the children. They also noticed that Nocturne and her mother are also here as well.
Delilah: Oh. Nocturne Lycanroc, fancy seeing you here in our house. (Noticed Prisme) Who's your friend next to you?
Nocturne: So...you know that you saw me and Lune, right?
Delilah: Yes.
Nocturne: It turns out that she was just my aunt. Along with Soleil. The Lucario that came with me the other day while she was taking care of the pups.
Doug: So, you're telling us that Soleil and Lune...were your aunts, all along?
Nocturne: Yup! And the Pokemon that's right next to me is actually my real mother.
Prisme: It's wonderful to meet you, Mr. and Mrs. Dalmatian. My name is Prisme Silvally. It's nice to meet you and the family.
Delilah: Hold on. (Remembers something) Of course, Prisme Silvally. The true mother to Nocturne Lycanroc and sister to Soleil and Lune as well.
Prisme: I noticed that my daughter mentioned my sisters earlier, she even told me on the way here.
Dolly: (Came in the living room) Hey, Nocturne. Prisme. How ya' doing?
Dylan: (Came to the living room) I hope we're not interrupting anything.
Nocturne: Oh no. Do come in, you two.
So the conversation kept on going as Dolly and Dylan entered the room as they were having a nice chat about their lives.
(A few minutes later)
Nocturne: I see. While Dolly and Dylan take care of the pups, you two had out to your jobs?
Doug: It's true, Dolly and Dylan are the only pups here that's responsible of taking care of the pups, while we're out.
Nocturne: Well. Besides your jobs, my aunts are very amazing when you see them in their own jobs. Aunt Soleil is really good as a fitness trainer.
Prisme: She's really active, getting lots of exercise all day, every day of her life doing cardio and yoga. I'm telling you, my sister is very active.
Nocturne: Aunt Lune is a waitress at a maid cafe. Unlike the other cafes that we saw, our cafe has the best coffee. Plus, there are women dressed as maids.
Prisme: Believe me, Lune is really good with her customers. But sometimes, she uses her charms to get extra munny.
Doug: A maid cafe? I've never heard about those kinds before. (Thought) Hmm? Maybe I'll try them out when I have a chance.
Nocturne: My aunts' jobs were good. But my mother's job is the best one yet. Why don't you tell them.
Prisme: Don't mind if I do. You see, my job is being a entertainer.
Doug: You mean, you can perform?! What kinds of performances do you do?
Prisme: Oh...I don't know.
Nocturne: Come on, mother. Sing the dalmatian family a song.
Prisme: I'm not sure...maybe some other time.
Delilah: I...don't mind a tune from you. Maybe it would get to know you a bit.
Prisme: Well...maybe just one song.
Dolly: Oh my goodness. Nocturne's mom is going to sing a song. To us!
Dylan: I know right, but I don't think the living room would be the best spot. Let's head outside to the backyard to give her some space.
Everybody headed outside to the backyard for Prisme's performance. Prisme was ready to sing a song to them.
Prisme: Dalmatian Family, me and my daughter will sing you a song that would get you moving.
(Ready Or Not By Bridgit Mendler Plays)
Prisme: Hey-ey-ey. Hey-ey-ey. Ooh. I'm the kind of girl who doesn't say a word. Who sits at the curb and waits for the world. But I'm about to break out, about to break out. I'm like a crook tonight. I caught you staring at me and I was thinking clearly. Now I'm like a bee and I'm huntin' for the honey. And I'm kinda shy but, you're super fly yeah. I could be your kryptonite.
Prisme/Nocturne: Like oh, oh, oh. Light my heart up baby like a matchstick. Oh, oh, oh. And hit the gas quick. Ready or not, here I come. Where you at? The night is young. In the crowd the music's loud but I will find you. Ready or not, here I come. I like your face, do you like my song? Just sing it, la la la la la la la and I'll find you! (Sang two times) Ready or not.
Nocturne: Hello my name is (Nocturne), nice to meet you. I think you're famous, where have I seen you? You'll be my William, I'll be your Kate. Livin' like a fairytale. We could have a palace right next to Oprah. 37 cars and a yacht down in Boca. Take me away, wherever you say. Yeah we could be setting sail.
Nocturne/Prisme: Like oh, oh, oh. Light my heart up baby like a matchstick. Oh, oh, oh. And hit the gas quick. Ready or not, here I come. Where you at? The night is young. In the crowd (oh-oh), the music's loud but I will find you. Ready or not, here I come. I like your face, do you like my song? (Yeah) Just sing it, la la la la la la la (la la la la la la la) and I'll find you! Ready or not. Ready or not, not. Oh, oh!
Prisme: Ready or not, here I come, here I come. You're like a breath of fresh air in my lungs. You made me dance from the night to the or not, here I come boy, it's on.
Nocturne: Ready or not, here I come, here I come. You're like a breath of fresh air in my lungs. You made me dance from the night to the dawn. Ready or not, here I come boy, it's on.
Nocturne/Prisme: Ready or not, here I come. Where you at? The night is young. (yeah) In the crowd, the music's loud. But I will find you. (I'll find you) Ready or not, here I come. I like your face, do you like my song? Just sing it, la-la-la-la-la-la-la. (la-la-la-la) And I'll find you. Ready or not. (ready or not) (woah, woah, oh, woah, oh) (You're like a breath of fresh air in my lungs) Ready or not. (here I come!) (woah, woah, oh, woah, oh) Oh! Ready or not. (ready or not, woo!) Ready or not. (ready or not, ready or not, boom-batta-boom, batta-boom, batta-boom, batta-boom) Ready or not.
(Song Ends)
The dalmatians cheered for the mother/daughter duo as they were praised by their efforts and performance.
Prisme: Thank you, thank you. Please you're too kind.
Nocturne: (Giggling) Thank you.
Doug: That was a fantastic performance that you gave us, you two.
Delilah: It was very pleasant, indeed. You know, I think you two are a great pair when it comes to performances.
Prisme: Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Dalmatian. (A timer chimed in) Oh! Would you look at the time? I think it's time for me to head back to Nightfall City.
Nocturne: Aw. Do you really have to go?
Prisme: Yes. But I think you would do great on your date with the last two dalmatians. (Winks) I hope that you'll do great. (Summons her keyblade and opens a World Gate) Have fun. (Went through the gate and the gate vanishes)
Nocturne: Bye, mother. (Thought and then her eyes widen) Wait. When my mother said date, you don't mean that she meant by...the two adult dalmatians?! (Looks at Doug and Delilah) (Gulps) What is my mother thinking?! Me, dating the two adult dalmatians?! No. This is wrong! I've already got a mom and Mr. and Mrs. Dalmatian have each other.
Doug: Nocturne? Are you okay?
Delilah: Is everything all right, Miss Lycanroc?
Nocturne: I think I'll see myself out of here. (Walks to the door) (Squeaky Voice) Bye. (Then ran away from the dalmatian house)
(A few minutes later)
Nocturne was running away from the house as fast away as possible to think about what her mother said.
Nocturne: (Freaking Out) I'm not dating a married couple, I'm not down for that! And it's not that I'm the youngest of the family, that's Aubade and Serenade. They're 13 years old. I'm 21. But me dating those two?! That's just wrong. If I date the parents, it would ruin my reputation of being an honorable houseguest! Ugh!
Nocturne kept on running and running until she saw some smoke. It's near her location. So, she rushed over to the smoke as fast as she could and what did she saw? A fire. There was several people in a panic and some ran away from the crisis. Trees burning up, items are in a blaze and many people are stuck inside trapped and are in need of help inside the buildings.
Nocturne: Who could've done this?
Just then, there was multiple Flame Cores that were making the street on fire! This is one major issue for everyone in the streets of London!
Nocturne: Heartless! I knew it, that Darkling must've sent them here to wreak havoc and trying to make the streets of London into a pile of ash. (Summons her keyblade) (Mouthful) Not on my watch! (Rushes towards the fire as she used water magic to clear them out)
Nocturne cleared out the fire as fast as she could. But the Heartless kept on making more fiery mischief!
Nocturne: I'll have to step it up a notch. By defeating those naughty Heartless with my water! (Used water magic on the Heartless, evening the odds)
While she was clearing out the fires and the Heartless, a firetruck was on the scene as firefighters rushed over to help the citizens and clear out the remaining fires and guess who's with them. Nocturne's going to get the surprise of her life.
Nocturne: Alright, so far, so good. (Noticed the firefighters) Oh. Looks like the firefighters have arrived and while they put out the fire and rescue the civilians, I can finally focus on the Heartless. (Ran towards the Heartless, but then she heard someone who's quite familiar with)
Doug: Nocturne?
Nocturne: Yeah? (Noticed Doug) Mr. Dalmatian?! What are you doing here?!
Doug: I noticed that there was smoke here and it could mean that there's a fire brewing. So, I went to work as fast as I could to put them out and try to rescue the civilians as quickly as possible. But I didn't know that you be here. (Saw the trees soaked) Did you put out the fire by yourself, Nocturne?
Nocturne: Yeah. But the fire that caused this was the Heartless.
Doug: Those things again? (Sigh) If they keep on wreaking havoc, London will be a huge mess and we don't want that to happen.
Nocturne: I agree. If only they haven't gone to this world, none of this would've happen.
Doug: I know. But we can handle them. Besides, you use that special keyblade of yours. Right?
Nocturne: Yes. But sometimes I wonder, why would that Darkling would go after you? Maybe is it because of something Cruella didn't finish during your incident? Maybe the same thing goes with me and my family with our incident. But what was the incident? (Thinking)
But when she was thinking, Doug noticed that there were Fiery Globes and Icy Cubes heading towards the park that's near Dalmatian Street.
Doug: Nocturne...I think I saw some Heartless and they're heading towards the park and (Gasp) Our home!
Nocturne: Mr. Dalmatian, I'll rush on over to Dalmatian Street. You take care of the remaining fires. (Rushed over to Dalmatian Street)
(A few minutes later)
Nocturne arrived at Dalmatian Street as she was getting exhausted. But she arrived at the scene.
Nocturne: I'm here and I'm well! (Panting and seeing the Heartless) (Summons her keyblade) (Mouthful) You won't get near this family, while I'm around.
The Fiery Globes and Icy Cubes went with their assault, but Nocturne dodged their magic and hit them where it hurts. Nocturne felt a bit relieved that no Heartless was in the house. But she noticed something very odd. Fending off the Heartless, but something seems off. It felt too easy. WAY too easy.
Nocturne: Something seems off. WAY off! (Noticed the Fiery Globes and Icy Cubes merging into the Volcanic Lord and Blizzard Lord) Oh my.
This is way too exhausting for Nocturne to handle, even if she did handle clearing out the fire, fending off the fire Heartless and worst of all, she was too exhausted to fight off the Heartless. What would she do?
Doug: (Off-Screen) Looks like you need some help, Nocturne. (Arrived at Dalmatian Street) Am I here on time?
Nocturne: Mr. Dalmatian?! Why are you here?! I thought I told you to take care of the fire back at the other street.
Doug: Well, we took care of the fire earlier ago. So, the firefighters did their job, with my help, of course. After that, I came back home.
Nocturne: Lucky break. Anyways, we need to protect the house from those two Heartlesses. But I'm too exhausted after clearing out the fire, bashing Heartless and taking out the little guys.
Doug: Don't worry, luckily for me. I brought some water for you. (Has a water bottle for Nocturne)
Nocturne: Really? (Doug gave the water bottle to her. Squeezed the bottle for a squirt and drank it fast) Ah. Refreshing. (Put away the water bottle in her bag) Alright, now I feel refreshed and ready to fight! (Summons her keyblade) (Mouthful) Mr. Dalmatian, why don't you help me out fighting off this Heartless with me? We need to lead them away from the house and head to the park where they won't harm them.
Doug: I understand, Nocturne. Come on, let's lead them away from the fam and protect them while we lead them away from here.
Just like they planned, Nocturne and Doug led the two lords to the park without getting them to hurt the dalmatian family.
(Meanwhile)
A Corviknight was watching Nocturne and Doug leading the two lords away from Dalmatian Street and into the park, so that they'll fight them without the Heartless hurting them!
Corviknight: (British Accent) That Lycanroc can sure get along with the father of the dalmatians. I better see how this plays out. (Flies towards Nocturne and Doug's location)
(At the park)
Nocturne: Alright, that's far enough.
Doug: Good, because I don't think we can slow them down anymore.
The Volcanic Lord and the Blizzard Lord were almost exhausted. But they weren't giving up without a fight. As they were about to attack, Nocturne and Doug came up with a plan to stop them once and for all. Otherwise, Camden Town would be a hot and cold wonderland.
Nocturne: I'll deal with ice and you'll handle the fire, Mr. Dalmatian.
Doug: Got it, Nocturne. (Thought) But how though? The hose is back at the house and with the other firefighters. There's no way I could. (Got an idea)
As Nocturne was fighting the Blizzard Lord alone, Doug retreated as he was preparing something big for the Volcanic Lord.
Nocturne: Mr. Dalmatian?! Where are you going?! (Doug left) (Growling) Looks like I have to do this myself. (Rushes towards the lords as fast as possible)
The battle took a least a few hours, but then Doug appeared with dual water bottle guns as he was ready to fight.
Doug: Sorry it took so long. I need to do some tinkering around and made this. Dylan gave me the idea when he had his own situation. But I'm ready. (Gave the water bottles a shake, then pulled the cork from the bottles and blasted water on the Volcanic Lord)
Nocturne: Alright, Mr. Dalmatian! (Uses her fire magic on the Blizzard Lord and slashed the Heartless into multiple pieces and it's heart was floating in the sky) The Blizzard Lord is no more. All that's left is the Volcanic Lord.
The Volcanic Lord was still taking damage until the water stopped coming at him. Doug's water guns were empty.
Doug: Nocturne! I'm out of water!
Nocturne: No, you're not! (Throws her keyblade at Doug) Mr. Dalmatian, Catch!
Doug: (Catches the keyblade and casts water on the Volcanic Lord) Time for you to cool down! (Slashes the Volcanic Lord in half as it's heart was floating)
Nocturne: That was amazing, Mr. Dalmatian. You were. (Slipped on some ice) Whoa!
Doug noticed that Nocturne was slipping and went on over to catch her. But when he caught her, it was in a bridal style and it was very awkward for Nocturne.
Nocturne: Mr. Dalmatian...you caught me. And when I was about to hurt myself. (Noticed the position that she's in) Um...Mr. Dalmatian? You can put me down now.
Doug: Oh. Okay. (Puts Nocturne down and gives her keyblade back) I think you were pretty cool, Nocturne.
Nocturne: I know and you were pretty good yourself. (Went to Doug closer and gives him a small lick on the cheek) Think of it as a token of my appreciation. (Blushing and walks away) You're a hero, Mr. Dalmatian. A true hero.
Doug: Nocturne...thank you for the appreciation. (Went to Nocturne and licks her back) You really made my day.
Nocturne: Really? Thank you, Mr. Dalmatian! (Gave him a hug)
Doug: (Hugs Nocturne back) Please Nocturne, call me Doug from now on. Okay?
Nocturne: Sure thing, Doug. Bye. (Went to her tent by the park)
Doug: That is one brave girl. The keyblade that she gave me...I felt it's power deep within me. Well, I guess I'll head home for now.
(Meanwhile inside the tent) (Timeskip - Afternoon)
Nocturne: (Sigh) Now...how will I ever get to Aubade in Mementos? I mean my mother's plan to get the personas to find her. (Whistles for her phone) Alright, I think it's time to let mother know that I'm ready to go to Mementos.
But when she was about to leave and call her mother, she noticed that there was a dog by the campsite entrance. Nocturne didn't expect company.
Nocturne: (Leaned by the entrance) Who is it?
Delilah: It's me. Can I come in?
Nocturne: Sure. If you like.
The dog that came inside Nocturne's tent was actually Delilah Dalmatian. I wonder why she came to Nocturne's tent?
Nocturne: Mrs. Dalmatian. What a surprise that you came here. But, aren't you suppose to be at the house looking after the pups?
Delilah: Dolly and Dylan are taking care of them, while my husband went to work. Which means I've got the day off today.
Nocturne: I see. Right before then, I've encountered your husband while I was running towards the fire. Which were caused by the Heartless themselves. (Growling) Those guys really do know how to make me mad. But I helped Doug put out the fires, while he helps the firefighters and I take out the Heartless from spreading those fires. But while you guys were comfortable in the house, we've also took out two Heartless that were going to come after you. The Volcanic and Blizzard Lords. I took out the Blizzard and Doug took out the Volcanic. We put out the fire and danger like dogs. Well, except I'm a Lycanroc. But you get the idea.
Delilah: I see that you two were very busy. (Sigh) But that's not why I came here. When you left the house, you were acting all nervous for some reason.
Nocturne: (Shocked expression in mind) (Thought) Uh oh! (Reality) What are you talking about, Mrs. Dalmatian? I wasn't that nervous.
Delilah: But you were kind of freaked out as your eyes were widened. Are you positive nothing's wrong with you?
Nocturne: (Sigh) Mrs. Dalmatian...it's Aubade. You know that was with me the whole time during my visits here? Turns out that she was actually a Darkling. The real Aubade is somewhere in a different world called Mementos. If me and my mother could find her, we'll bring the others back together and stop the darkness that haunts us.
Delilah: You mean to say, the Furfrou that was with you was a Heartless? Oh dear...this is way too much for you to endure. But that's not the reason why you were shocked.
Nocturne: But it was. I just told you, Aubade is somewhere in Mementos and I have to find her!
Delilah: I know that. But when Miss Silvally left. She said something about a date with the last two dalmatians. Besides, Dolly and Dylan. You had a fond time with the caretakers of the house. (Thinking, until she realized something) Hold on...does Miss Silvally actually mean...me and my husband?
Nocturne: (Shocked, while squealing)
Delilah: Ah. I see I've struck a nerve. Then it must be true that you were meant for us.
Nocturne: (Panicked, while begging) I'M SO SORRY! THIS IS MY FAULT!
Delilah: Your fault? What do you mean?
Nocturne: (Sorrow) What you said about my mother telling me to go on a date with you and Mr. Dalmatian. But you two have each other and if I went out with you, I would have broken up the family entirely and I would be in the way. Now that you know, I really have to leave. Goodbye, Mrs. Dalmatian. (Left the tent, but something was holding her paw)
Delilah: Wait, Nocturne. Don't leave.
Nocturne: Didn't you hear what I said?! I would jeopardize the family, meaning that I would be part of your family.
Delilah: I understand that, but didn't you have family members as well?
Nocturne: I do. There are thirteen of the siblings. I'm one of them. Two aunts and one mother. But if I extend my family with yours, I would feel like my life would be at it's end. I don't want to break any boundaries! I'm not that kind of animal who does that.
Mysterious Voice: (British Accent) Are you sure about that, Nocturne Lucis Caelum?
Nocturne: Huh? Who's there? Show yourself!
A Corviknight appeared by the sunlight as it was flying in the air, but then dived on on Nocturne as she dodged her and landed on the ground.
Nocturne: Is that...a Corviknight? I mean, it's called the Raven Pokemon for a reason. But, how did it know my name?
Corviknight: (British Accent) You still don't remember me?! Your very own cousin from Nightfall Kingdom?!
Nocturne: Nightfall Kingdom? I'm from Nightfall City. I never heard of that place.
Corviknight: (British Accent) Oh my goodness gracious. You seriously don't remember at all. Not even me.
Nocturne: Okay, I don't understand this at all. Who are you and how do you know my name?
Umbra: (British Accent) My apologizes. Where are my manners. (Shows Nocturne the mark of the Dragon) Just like you Nocturne, I too have the Mark Of The Dragon. But where I'm from is different from your world. Nocturne Lucis Caelum, my name is Umbra Lucis Caelum. You and I were known as the Dragon Princesses of our own realm.
Nocturne: Oh my. I didn't know that I have a cousin from a different land.
Umbra: I see that you noticed. (Summons her Starlight keyblade with her talons) I also have the same keyblade as you, my dear Nocturne.
Delilah: Excuse me, you two. But you two are actually princesses?
Umbra: That's right and we were meant to stop the darkness that haunts us between our families. (Giggling) It's also an honor to not just finally meeting my cousin for a long time, but I also get to meet the descendant of Pongo and Perdita. Isn't that right, Miss Dalmatian?
Nocturne: (Shocked) Mrs. Dalmatian...a descendant of...Pongo and Perdita?! (Her eyes widen even more, then had a splitting headache) (Grinding her teeth, while resisting the pain)
Delilah: How did you? (Gasp) Nocturne! (Ran towards her) She's having a headache right now. I need to. (Got interrupted)
Umbra: You don't need to do anything, Miss. She's actually remembering something from her past.
Delilah: Her past? (Looks at Nocturne in her state) Oh dear.
Umbra: Oh dear, indeed. You see, her memory is a little hazy. Ever since the incident in her home, a Demon Tide not only made her lose some memories. But her entire family lost theirs as well. Even their identities, imagine that. But the three sisters protected their daughters and took them across other worlds to be safe from the nightmare that haunts them.
Delilah: What nightmare?
Umbra: Organization VII. Those villainesses wreaked havoc across worlds beyond our reach. Nocturne's the leader of her own group known as the Thirteen Princesses Of Twilight. She's the Dragon Princess. I'm also the Dragon Princess as well, but in my own realm.
Delilah: Organization VII? The Thirteen Princesses Of Twilight? So does that mean that Nocturne's the leader, but her other sisters are.
Umbra: Yes. So far, two siblings are reunited. One was a Darkling and the real one's in a place called Mementos. Aria and Serenade, the Rabbit and Monkey Princesses. They're okay in Nightfall City. But the Cat Princess, which is known as Aubade. She's the one in Mementos, while the Darkling disguised as her and plan to take out the Dragon Princess and steal her heart!
Delilah: (Gasp) Steal...her heart? (Looks at Nocturne) Nocturne.
(Meanwhile with Nocturne) [Station Of Awakening - Nocturne's Heart]
Nocturne: (Still in Lycanroc form) Mrs. Dalmatian...a descendant of Pongo and Perdita? How's that even possible? She couldn't even try to avoid the Heartless before. However. (Used her keyblade to bring her vision of Pongo and Perdita in the Dalmatians' House with Sora at Traverse Town) Maybe if I...tell Mrs. Dalmatian.
Young Nocturne: (Off-Screen) About the dalmatians and Sora?
Nocturne: Who's there?!
Young Nocturne: It's me, Nocturne. Your younger self.
Nocturne's young self appeared as a Rockruff as she came through a mirror that appeared out of nowhere.
Young Nocturne: (In her Rockruff form) Nocturne...I think it's time to let her know.
Nocturne: But she'll freak out if I told her about the truth. I don't know if her heart can take it.
Young Nocturne: I'm sure if you can explain the situation about Sora and the dalmatians back in Traverse Town, maybe she'll understand.
Nocturne: (Screaming) NO, SHE WOULDN'T! (Normal Voice) She wouldn't understand. She'll think I'm coo-coo crazy and I'll never get to see the family ever again! (Crying) I'm sorry...I'm going through a lot of emotions right now. Sorrow...Anger...Confused...Insane. But most of all...Fear. I'm scared.
Young Nocturne: Nocturne...you're brave. You did meet Pongo and Perdita. Back in Traverse Town. Remember?
Nocturne: (Remembered something as her eyes were wide in shock)
[Nocturne's Flashback - Traverse Town - Dalmatians' House]
A Rockruff was hiding on the seat of a chair, trying to not get caught by the dalmatian children. The Rockruff was whimpering quietly, as she was crying about something tragic about her past. But then, a dalmatian pup heard the Rockruff's crying and saw her.
Young Nocturne: Uh oh. One of the puppies noticed me. I got to go. Those monsters outside won't stop until I'm gone.
The Rockruff backed up a little. She was frightened that something might happen when the dalmatian pup noticed her. So, she ran to the living room. Trying to escape the house, but she then tripped herself and bumped her head. Two adult dalmatians noticed her and went to her with caution. The Rockruff was hurt and scared at the same time. She noticed the two dalmatians as they were cautious and curious about her.
Young Nocturne: (In her Rockruff form) (Scared) Please...please don't hurt me!
Pongo: Hurt you? Why would we hurt you?
Young Nocturne: (Scared) I don't know where I am...Those monsters were after me when I was running by the alleyway. But then I realized...I feel safe here. But...those monsters. They terrorized my home...they tried to get rid of me and I don't know what they want with me. (Crying)
Perdita: You poor puppy. You were separated from your family as well?
Young Nocturne: I don't remember...my memory's too fuzzy.
Pongo: Oh my. Did you hit your head on your way here?
Young Nocturne: It was way before that. That's why I came to this town...to reclaim my memories and find out who I really am.
Perdita: What a brave soul. I hope that you'll find them soon.
Young Nocturne: (Sniffing) Thank you. (Tries to walk, but her injured hind leg got in her way when she tripped) Ow!
Perdita: Try not to injure your paw a bit, little one.
Young Nocturne: Yeah, you're right. (Looks at her injured hind leg) I did mess that up pretty bad.
Pongo: Here. (Brings a pillow to her) Try to rest on this.
Nocturne went to the pillow as she was about to lay down and rest to heal her leg, until she's ready.
Young Nocturne: Thank you, you two. I hope my leg heals real soon. (Realized something) Oh yeah. I haven't told you guys, my name yet. Allow me to introduce myself. My name's Nocturne.
Pongo: It's nice to meet you, Nocturne. My name is Pongo.
Perdita: And my name is Perdita. But you can call me Perdy, if you wish.
Nocturne: Thank you for letting me stay here for tonight, Pongo and Perdita.
Pongo/Perdita: You're welcome, Nocturne. (Went to Nocturne and licks her cheeks)
Nocturne: (Laughing) Hey! That tickles! (Still laughing, while moving with an injured leg)
[Nocturne's Flashback - Traverse Town - Dalmatians' House - End] (Meanwhile in reality) [Timeskip - Dusk]
Nocturne: (In her Lycanroc form) (Giggling, while sleeping) Pongo...Perdita...stop! You're going to make me fall. (Laughing, but then, she opened her eyes) Huh? (Groaning) What happened? Where am I?
Delilah: (Came in the tent) You were having a massive headache and then, you were unconscious for a few minutes. So, how are you holding up?
Nocturne: Well...to tell you the truth, Mrs. Dalmatian. When I was younger, I may have met Pongo and Perdita in a place called Traverse Town. It's a special place where people who lost their worlds from darkness. They take shelter there to be safe from the Heartless.
Delilah: So...you know about my great-great-grandmother and grandfather from before. But you met them, when you were younger?
Nocturne: Yes. I've also wondered if you know about this boy. Noisiv Knil! (Shows Delilah the vision about Pongo and Perdita, the ninety-nine dalmatian children and Sora, with her spell)
Delilah: Oh my goodness. That boy. Is that the person you're looking for? The one who saved you?
Nocturne: Who told you that?!
Delilah: Umbra told me everything and it's alright. You don't have to keep secrets from me or anybody else.
Nocturne: Huh? What do you mean?
Delilah: I know that you want to find this human, because you're also a human. Aren't you?
Nocturne: HUH?! That's not true! I'm a Lycanroc! Nothing more. What do you mean by another human?! (Laughing awkwardly)
Delilah: Nocturne Lucis Caelum, listen to me very closely. You. Can't. Keep. Secrets. From. Me! Umbra told me everything.
Umbra: (Went inside the tent) It's true, Miss Lucis Caelum. It's time to face the music. You're human, you want to find Sora and you want to stop Organization VII from laying waste to other worlds.
Nocturne: (Nervous) I...I...I!
But then, all of a sudden. A cage appeared surrounding Nocturne and she was so scared about what kind of cage it was. But then, remembered something.
Nocturne: (In a cage) Wait...this cage. It belongs to one of the most dangerous Unversed that I've ever encountered. But most importantly, the only one who's always after me and no one, but me.
The cage was lifted and floated towards one of the most dangerous Unversed that ever lived.
Nocturne: It's been a long time, Iron Imprisoner.
The Iron Imprisoner was an Unversed that existed in a world called the Mirage Arena. This one is known as Iron Imprisoner I, due to being all chained up, for the moment. But why is it here in Camden Town? And why is it going after Nocturne?
Umbra: Oh dear. That's no ordinary Unversed. That's a special Unversed that Organization VII sent out to capture Nocturne and only her. It's not just her heart that it's after. It's because her heart is full of strong and powerful emotions. Which means that this Unversed deserves to have a challenge Nocturne.
Nocturne: (In the cage) Not bad. (Summons her keyblade, Starlight and slashed the cage) (Mouthful) But not good enough.
Delilah: Oh my. Did she just?
Umbra: I don't believe it! She broke through the cage! (Flies towards Nocturne, along with Delilah following her)
Nocturne got free from the cage as the Iron Imprisoner began it's assault on her. With it's giblet laser and Nocturne dodged the attack with her swiftness. But the Imprisoner swung it's giblet and spun around in flames at her. Those attacks made Nocturne take damage. Umbra went on full assault with her own Starlight keyblade and tried to attack the Imprisoner from the air with her magic.
Umbra: (Casts Firaga on the Imprisoner) Agarif! (The Firaga spell bursts onto the Iron Imprisoner as it took damage, she tried so hard to fend it off to but time for Nocturne to get up) I won't let you get her! (Went on with the diversion)
As for Delilah, she was taking cover inside the tent and saw that Nocturne was beaten up a bit.
Delilah: Nocturne! (Ran towards her) Nocturne, are you alright?
Nocturne: (Groaning in pain) Help...me.
Delilah: Alright, Nocturne. I'll try to help you out a bit. (Thought) I'll have to treat the burn marks that Unversed gave her. The way that Unversed swung at her, I hope that she didn't fracture herself. (Sigh) I just hope that Umbra buys me enough time to heal her.
Umbra: (Skydives at the Iron Imprisoner and strikes) Take this, you chained-up prisoner! (The Iron Imprisoner used it's lasers to strike back, but Umbra's maneuvers were gracefully amazing)
Nocturne was being treated by Delilah, after taking a huge beating from the Iron Imprisoner. She was treating the burn marks with some alcahol to clean off the wound and put some bandages on the wounds. She even tried to straighten out Nocturne's bones a bit.
Delilah: Almost there. Now all I need to do is give Nocturne a dose of Hi-Potion and she's good to go. (Gives Nocturne Hi-Potion as the wolf drank it)
Nocturne: (All healed) Ah. Now that's refreshing.
Delilah: Nocturne! You're alive and well. Now, you must get along now. Umbra can't fend off the Unversed alone.
Nocturne: Got it, Mrs. Dalmatian. And thanks for curing me.
Delilah: Don't mention it.
Nocturne: Umbra, tag in! (Umbra tags Nocturne, allowing her to tackle the Iron Imprisoner with full head on attacks) (Summons her keyblade) (Mouthful) You may have tried to capture me for a long time now, Iron Imprisoner. But now, it's time for you to go back where you belong! In the realm of Darkness! (Used Ancient Light on the Iron Imprisoner) This is the end for you! (Strikes at the Unversed, until it was defeated)
The Iron Imprisoner went down, but it retreated into a dark corridor.
Scelerat: So...the Iron Imprisoner wasn't much of a challenge for you, Nocturne?
Nocturne: (Reverts her keyblade) Wait a minute...that voice. Could it be?
Scelerat: Right over here.
Nocturne turned around and saw that there was a woman in a black hood, as she removed the hood and revealed that it was a black, long haired woman.
Nocturne: (Eyes widened) Scelerat?! Why the heck is the leader of Organization VII here?!
Scelerat: I just wanted to congratulate you of your victory here, Nocturne Lucis Caelum.
Umbra: Scelerat, you witch! Why are you here?
Scelerat: I see that Miss Umbra also arrived to help out her cousin with defeating the Unversed.
Nocturne: Leave me and Umbra alone, Scelerat.
Delilah: (Came out of the tent) So that's the leader of Organization VII, Scelerat? She's even worse than Cruella.
Scelerat: (Noticed Delilah) Ah, the descendant of Pongo and Perdita. An honor to meet you. (Bows to Delilah)
Delilah: She can hear me?! But how's that possible?
Nocturne: Don't make me say it again, Scelerat. Leave me and Umbra alone!
Scelerat: Now, don't be such a downer. I'll leave you alone, but I should tell you about how Aubade is doing. She's doing just fine, but she's sleeping right now. So, I think it's best you should find her before it's too late.
Nocturne: Let her go! (Ran towards Scelerat with her keyblade ready)
Scelerat: Well, that's my cue to leave. Adieu! (Disappeared into the dark corridor)
Nocturne: (Mouthful) Scelerat! (Missed Scelerat, after her disappearance) Come back! Give back Aubade, right now!
Umbra: Nocturne, control yourself! We'll find Aubade, I promise.
Nocturne: (Starts crying) But...what if she's gone forever? None of this would've happened. If that incident never happened.
Delilah: Nocturne...the incident wasn't your own fault. You don't deserve to live in a life filled with darkness in your heart.
Nocturne: (Whimpering and crying) I can't bear it! I don't want to lose my sisters, my aunts and my own mother! I DON'T WANT TO LOSE ANYBODY! (Continues crying) I've lost my memories, my family and my life. I wish that incident didn't happen. I wish that Organization VII didn't exist! (Sorrow howl)
Umbra: Miss Lucis Caelum. (Went over Nocturne to comfort her) I understand how you feel. My family's missing as well. But I'm doing my best to find them. Besides, a lady never cries if all is lost.
Delilah: (Went to Nocturne) She's right, Nocturne. (Puts her paw on Nocturne's paw) You're not alone. (Dries off her tears with her other paw) (Soft speak) You were never alone. (Gives Nocturne a kiss on the lips, she even gave her a French kiss as well)
The kissing lasted for a few minutes, as the moon rises. Delilah has calmed Nocturne's sorrow away and broke off the kiss. Delilah was blushing a lot, when she kissed Nocturne. That even goes for Nocturne as well. Nocturne didn't feel any sorrow anymore, the kiss that Delilah gave her, reminded of how Pongo and Perdita kissed her on the cheeks, when she was a Rockruff.
Nocturne: (Blushing) Mrs. Dalmatian. I mean. (Breathes in and out) Delilah...you kissed me. Is it okay if I called you Delilah?
Delilah: (Blushing) Of course you may, Nocturne and I know what I did was a bit off. But sometimes...you always have your family in your heart. Even if you have a stepfamily as well.
Nocturne: You knew about my two stepfamilies?! (Realized) Oh yeah, Umbra filled you in.
Umbra: Of course, Miss Lucis Caelum. Who else do you think I was talking about. (Noblewomen's laugh)
Delilah: (Giggling) But the point is that you're never alone, like my great-great-grandfather and grandmother. They took care of you, pretty well. Now it's my turn to take care of you now.
Nocturne: Well then. (Summons her keyblade and turns it around for Delilah to show her the handle) In your hand, take this key. So long as you have the makings, then through this simple act of taking, it's wielder you shall one day be. And you will find me, Delilah Dalmatian. No obstacle will contain you either. No more villains around, or below, or above, so long as you champion the ones you love.
Delilah took Starlight's handle and felt a mysterious power deep within her heart.
Delilah: Oh my. I can feel it. The keyblade's power...it's...incredible. (Remembered something) I realized something. After they escaped from Cruella's clutches, my great-great-grandfather and grandmother's world was in darkness. Luckily, a boy named Sora reunited the ninety-nine puppies with them and after they sealed Kingdom Hearts, they were back in their own world.
Nocturne: Whoa. So my vision was true. That means Sora's somewhere in the worlds. Well then, time to get cracking and find him.
Umbra: I wouldn't if I were you.
Nocturne: Huh? What do you mean?
Umbra: There's one last thing about Sora. You see, after when Sora tried to save Kairi, he has to pay the price for using the power of waking seven times. It's supposed to free a heart from a person's slumber. Not restoring a person's existence after fading. So, he's in The Final World. Without any power to go back to his world. Ever!
Nocturne: Sora's...gone? (Continues to cry again)
Delilah: Oh no, without Sora. We won't be protected from the Heartless?
Umbra: Unfortunately, yes. But with Nocturne taking his place, he'll mop up the Heartless, Nobodies and Unversed at the same time.
Delilah: Oh thank goodness. Sora was a good boy, he has a lot of good friends by his side and always knows what's right. Even though, he may make a few mistakes. But, he served my family well in Traverse Town.
Nocturne: I'm sure he does, Delilah. I'm sure he does.
Umbra: (Senses something) Hey...Nocturne. I sense something in your bag.
Nocturne: My bag? Let me check. (Looked into her bag and noticed that her magical playing cards were glowing) My playing cards that Zee gave me.
Umbra: I think there's a card waiting for you to draw out.
Nocturne: Okay. Let's see what fate has in store for me. (Her paw begins to glow) Sun by day, Moon by night. Which card is shining bright? (Takes a card from her deck) Destiny Draw! (She draws a card and revealed that the card she drew was the Queen Of Spades) (Gasp) It's the Queen Of Spades. Tiusnu! (Used a spell to bring out the picture and into reality.
Umbra: Wait a minute. Ladies...look at the queen that's coming out.
Nocturne: (Realized who the queen is coming out of the picture) It's...Kairi! (Thought) Why is she here?
Kairi: Nocturne, would you kindly please step forward?
Nocturne stepped forward to Kairi, as she sat by the bench and petted the Dusk Lycanroc before her.
Nocturne: (Acting like a pet) Arf! Arf! (Panting)
Kairi: Drop the act. I can hear your voices pretty well.
Nocturne: (Normal Voice) I was just kidding, Kairi.
Kairi: Kairi? Who are you talking about? Do you mean one of the New Seven Hearts that's residing in Radiant Garden?
Nocturne: (Nodded up and down) Mmm-hmm! Mmm-hmm!
Kairi: I see. But you see, I am just a reflection of the person. Not the real deal. When the time is right, you'll meet her. But that's not the reason I'm here. (Takes something out of her robe pocket) Here, take this jewel. It would make your experience of Hotel Betwixt even better and expand your world.
Nocturne: It's the Jewel Of Spades! (Felt the jewel's power deep within) I can feel it, it's the same as the Jewel Of Clubs.
Kairi: That's right. Now you must get the remaining two jewels. The Jewel Of Diamonds and the Jewel Of Hearts. After that, you're hotel will reveal true secrets like you've never seen before.
Nocturne: Really?! Wow. Hotel Betwixt is going to be something more.
Kairi: Umbra, I hope that you'll both keep Nocturne safe from Organization VII as the time comes.
Umbra: Yes, your majesty.
Kairi: And Delilah, now that you and your family has bonded with the keybearer, twenty of you will prepare yourselves for the upcoming battle against Organization VII. You may have the potential of getting a keyblade, that doesn't appear officially. When the time comes, you'll be ready.
Delilah: I understand, your majesty.
Kairi: Now, I must be off. Nocturne, I'll see you in the Manor Of Spades. (Disappears in an instant)
Nocturne puts away the jewel in her bag and Delilah gave back Starlight to Nocturne as the Lycanroc used it to summon a World Gate back home. Umbra did the same thing with her own keyblade and summoned her own World Gate.
Umbra: Well...I guess this is goodbye for now. I must head back to Nightfall Kingdom. My family is still out there and I'll always be ready for Organization VII!
Nocturne: Maybe we'll see each other again real soon. You know, I want to see Nightfall Kingdom with my own eyes.
Umbra: That's a promise, Nocturne. Well, I'll see you later, cousin. You two, Delilah. Have a wonderful evening, you two! Farewell! (Flew through her gate and vanished without a trace)
Nocturne: Farewell, Umbra. (Sees her gate) Delilah, I better get going. I've got to go to school tomorrow and I don't want to be late.
Delilah: I understand, sweetheart. Will you come back sometime to take care of the pups as well?
Nocturne: Sure. I'm like a nanny to them. Nanny Nocturne. Maybe Dolly and Dylan would even help out as well.
Delilah: I'm sure they will. Sure, we may go to work all the time. But when we have a day off or two, we'll always be there for our family.
Nocturne: Yeah. So, I'll see you again some other time. (Walks towards the World Gate, but then stops for a moment)
As Delilah was heading home for her family, she then heard Nocturne calling out to her.
Nocturne: (Sprinting) Delilah! Wait!
Delilah: Nocturne? Aren't you going back home?
Nocturne: I was, but I forgot to give you something in return.
Delilah: But didn't you gave me the power of the keyblade already?
Nocturne: There's one more thing that I have to give before I leave.
Delilah: One more thing? What's that?
Nocturne: This. (Quickly gave Delilah a kiss on the lips, along with giving her a French kiss along the way) (Thought) This is so wrong to do this to a married wife, who's actually a dog. But...this feeling. It feels so right. I'm starting to regret making this choice. But it was worth it.
Nocturne broke the kiss, leaving a saliva trail between her lips and Delilah's lips. Something tells me that Nocturne's going to get a harem wedding in the future someday.
Delilah: (Blushing) Nocturne...you kissed me.
Nocturne: (Blushing with pride) And you kissed me earlier. So, we're even. Bonne Nuit, Delilah Dalmatian. (Ran towards the World Gate and vanished along with the gate)
Delilah: (Blushing with a smile) Have a wonderful evening, Nocturne Lucis Caelum. (Went back to 101 Dalmatian Street with her heart's content)
(Meanwhile in Nightfall City) [Timeskip - Nighttime]
Nocturne was out from the Room Between and when she came to the living room of the mansion, Prisme was sitting on the couch. Like she was expecting Nocturne to return to the mansion.
Prisme: Nocturne.
Nocturne: Mother.
Prisme: So, how was it?
Nocturne: How was what?
Prisme: Your date with the two adult dalmatians.
Nocturne: It's not a date for one, it's just a hang out and two, I noticed that there was another me from a different world called Nightfall Kingdom and her name is Umbra Lucis Caelum.
Prisme: (Eyes widened and shocked) (Rushed over to Nocturne) Did you just say Umbra?! From the Nightfall Kingdom?!
Nocturne: Yes, why?
Prisme: I'll be right back, Nocturne. I need to make a call. (Left the living room and to her own room)
Nocturne: Okay. (Talking to herself) While she takes her call, I'm going to put the Jewel Of Spades by our elevator.
Nocturne took the jewel and went to the elevator. After that, she opened the secret compartment for the jewels to be inserted.
Nocturne: (Noticed the Emerald Of Clubs) Oh. So that's where the Emerald Of Clubs has been while I was away. Oh well. Time to put the Jewel Of Spades in. (Puts the Jewel Of Spades inside the elevator)
Elevator: Amethyst Of Spades confirmed. Access to Floor Of Spades is now available.
Nocturne: Alright. Now that the amethyst is in place, I'll head on over to the Manor Of Spades. (Yawns) But, I'm exhausted. (Sigh) Time to get some rest.
As Nocturne left for bed, Melissa came by to her and escorted her to her bedroom.
Melissa: Going to another world can be exhausting. Isn't it, princess?
Nocturne: (Changing in the dressing area) It is, Melissa. But I wonder why Umbra came to me in the first place?
Melissa: Maybe she wanted to help and protect you. Just like I want to help and protect you.
Nocturne: Huh? What do you mean by "You wanted to protect me"?
Melissa: It's nothing. But anyways, I'll be in my quarters. Have a wonderful night, princess.
Nocturne: (Into her loungewear) You too, Melissa. (Hugs Melissa tight, but senses something odd about the maid) Huh?
Melissa: Is something the matter?
Nocturne: No. It's nothing. Night. (Went to bed and some sleep)
Melissa: Night. (Left Nocturne's room and to her maid quarters)
Nocturne was laying down on her bed as she was thinking about what she did to Delilah as she did to her as well.
Nocturne: Delilah Dalmatian...I hope that Pongo and Perdita would be happy for seeing their only descendant. Their little Rockruff who helped out has grown into a Lycanroc. If only they could see me now in the Twilight Bark. (Fell asleep)
Nocturne fell asleep into dreams as she had a wonderful journey today. I wonder how her next adventure would be tomorrow. What other mysteries awaits for her in Hotel Betwixt? What is the Manor Of Spades anyway? These questions will be answered in the next chapter.
So let's go, as the journey continues!
[Epilogue] (Meanwhile with Prisme)
Prisme: (By her vanity mirror) Queen Lumina, we need to talk!
Lumina: (Other side of the mirror) (British Accent) It's been a long time, Queen Prisme.
Prisme: You know why I called you, right?
Lumina: (British Accent) It's about my daughter, Umbra. Is it not?
Prisme: That's right. There's something that we need to discuss about her.
To Be Continued
End Of Chapter XV