FieLover: It really does hurt to see Rean be dense right now. Also, I was surprised to see an upload! Two chapters in one day make me happy. (Posted it in the wrong chapter yesterday .)
Same. Gotta keep some things the same. Makes the big revelation that much more... exquisite. And yeah, glad I made ya happy :)
tackler5rb: Not gonna lie I expected Fie to be with Rean and Relon with Aurelia in Group B. Fie gonna be jealous she is left out? , great chapter as always, keep it up!
I had a feeling with how things are going but nope, she'll be left out this time. A little jealous and worried but you know hoow it goes, young future lovers can't help but worry. I want to keep the groups canon to the games while adding Relon if not Aurelia as well. I also want to flesh Aurelia out and Celdic is the perfect time to as I've done so for Rean, Laura, and now Fie. Since I feel she's lacked the spotlight so far only to share it with Laura. And thanks, will do!
Andrew: Hey Shinn.
SOD: Shut up and read. I've been waiting too damn long to upload this chapter. Just read it!
Andrew: Uh... um... okay.
Unknown Location
Situated in a dark room stands Leaguient #25, Barbatos. Otherwise known by his real name as Shifu. Waiting patiently with a large mace easily twice his size behind him, a noise similar to that of a razor sounds next to him.
Giving a glance, he sees a hologram of a large, bulky-cloaked man easily over seven feet tall. More sounds come one after another filling with other men and women. All covered with cloaks as well.
Now lined up in a circle, he notes the empty spot to his left. One he's long since grown accustomed to.
Looking straight ahead in the middle of the human circle, he notes four holographic circles. Three of which surrounds the last dead center of the room.
"It's been a while, Barbatos." The man next to him greets, two large rectangular shields behind him. "Haven't seen you since your brats ruined their mission. You kill 'em yet?"
"A pleasure as always, Cabrakan. And only one has died so far as you know." Barbatos greets with a stoic expression not bothering to look at his fellow Leaguient.
"It's a shame, really. I personally loved Viper." A woman next to Cabrakan sighs, a scepter on the ground behind her. "Oh well, some just can't make the cut I suppose."
"Yes, Demeter, it is. It simply showed she was not ready. Only the strong can survive and it showed just how weak she was. Just like Arentula." Barbatos acknowledges.
"Heh, blunt as ever." Cabrakan chuckles. "That smart mouth of yours got me itching to flatten something. I could go for pancakes too now that I mention it." Cabrakan mutters.
"There goes that small brain of yours." Demeter sighs. "Barbatos, how goes the now Furious Five's training?"
"They are vastly improving compared to before. Po especially."
"Considering you're actually giving them a normal regiment compared to the light shit from before, it makes sense." Cabrakan voices.
"How I choose to train my students does not concern you, Cabrakan. It would be wise for you to remember that."
"Oh? Is that a challenge? I didn't know you were interested in becoming #24. But tell me, little Barbie, do you really think your puny self can kill me, gramps? That mace of yours is the only way you'd stand a chance."
"Strength isn't everything, Cabrakan. Surely you learned that when Demeter defeated you. She did spare you on only a whim after all. Experience plays a much bigger factor mind you." Barbatos' words making the hulking man click his tongue to only glare.
"Enough." Demeter interjects. "Whether talking in person or through hologram, you two always end up like this. It's a cruel thing to be forced to babysit the two of you." She sighs.
"Blame Arentula. Her weak ass had to go and get beaten by a kid. A 14-year-old no less."
"The once Furious Six's strength was suppose to be equal to that of Arentula yet they were easily defeated as well." Demeter notes. "It should go without saying that this now 17-year-old boy if left uncared for may actually prove to be a nuisance."
"Let me have him. I'll stun, beat, slam, and kill the brat in that order. What was his name again, Barbatos?"
Before a the short man can answer, a new young male's voice answers.
"Relon Tarbin Namikaze-Lucinance." They sound making all 25 Leaguients look to the middle of their circle to see three obscured figures appear around the circles followed by one more figure hidden by a cloak dead center.
"Looks like the boss and his bodyguards finally showed up." Cabrakan notes, all 25 kneeling before their cloaked leader.
"My lord, it is an honor to be in your presence along with your elite guards." Barbatos greets for Demeter to speak next.
"If I may be so bold, my lord, did I hear Lucinance?"
"You did." One of the guards answers with a female voice. "Speak your thoughts, Demeter."
Raising her head, she does.
"I was led to believe that aside from those two, you three and our Lord were the last remaining Lucinances after you massacred of the other members. Yet, there is now a seventh."
"That's where you're partially wrong." The third of the elite guards voice interrupts waging a finger with a small flame, the man seeming to be in his early 30's. "There's actually eight. Though, we haven't located her whereabouts yet."
"So eight in total..." Demeter says. "How shall you like for us to deal with him?"
At her question, all eyes including the three Lucinance guards looks to their leader. The man remaining motionless though his voice carries power and volume behind it as he looks around at his gathered leaders.
"The time is finally upon us to begin phase one of our operation. All of our preparations have been completed." The man looks to Barbatos. "Barbatos, go to Celdic and send a message. The Imperial Liberation Front have begun their plan of action and Ouroboros are not far behind. As for how we shall deal with the stray Lucinance; if possible, I would prefer he joined our ranks. Having him as well as Kernviter will prove invaluable. Otherwise, simply put down wasted talent. Should you fail, you know the consequences. Take whomever you believe to be a valuable asset."
"Yes, my lord. I shall not fail." Barbatos responds.
"To think those two decided to join Ouroboros. Do they truly believe they are safe from us hiding within such a weak society?" The only female Lucinance wonders.
"Can you call it safe if the three of us can take on all of their members at once?" The oldest Lucinance guard quips. The only two who would be trouble are-
"Enough!" The first male interrupts, flames around him exploding. "Just talking about them gets my blood churning! Next time I see either of them, I'm turning them into charcoal!" He seethes.
"Someone's still upset over the past." The female mutters. "He was a baby too. Still is." She jokes earning a death glare from the teen.
"Regardless, this Relon guy may be a half-breed unlike the rest of us, but he can only use fire from one arm. Cut the arm off and he's as good as dead." The oldest guard says nonchalantly to Barbatos.
"Thank you. I shall take your words to heart."
"We have lost Arentula." Their lord begins. "25 of you remain. Each strong in their own field. Barbatos, Cabrakan, Demeter, Escavalier, Flemeth, Grimoire, Heina, Ignacio, Jotaro, Keena, Lancelot, Marida, Narmaya, Obelisk, Porunga, Quinella, Rossweise, Satelliza, Tyr, Uria, Vahometh, Warzack, Xerxes, Yveltal, and finally Zenovia. This land has long since forgotten its roots and it is up to us to undo what has been done. Once more, we must be the ones to bring order to this unbalanced nation. Cleanse all of the impurities that dare breathe. It is time to bathe this world in the flames of Gehenna! Commence Operation Xiuhcoatl!"
"Yes, Lord Sephiroth!"
Walking down a corridor now without his mace is Barbatos, the sounds of shouting and thumping growing louder with every step. Stopping before an opening door, he walks through to bear witness to the Furious Five sparring. The four fighting against Po whose appearance has changed drastically. No longer is he a big man but now his body has lost all of that fat now holding a physique similar to Tigress'.
Surrounded on all sides, he fends off the four. Seeing an opening, he pushes each away coming to a stalemate. Only then do they take in the Leaguient's presence. Turning to him, they all bow in respect.
"Welcome back, Master Shi- I mean, Lord Barbatos." Monkey greets.
"May we ask how the meeting went?" Crane inquires.
"It went well. New orders have arrived." He reveals piquing their interest, the five lining up before the man. "It is time to commence Operation Xiuhcoatl." All widening for Po to ask the obvious question.
"May I ask what they have ordered of you to do, my lord?"
"I have been tasked with delivering the announcement of Senate." All silently gasping eyeing one another.
"May we ask where?" Monkey asks.
"Celdic." The five remain silent. "As for whom is coming, as of now I am going alone with the archaisms." Tigress opens her mouth but holds her tongue. "It would seem Viper's passing has done a number on you all." He begins. "I have been granted the permission to bring whoever I see fit by Lord Sephiroth himself yet I choose to go alone in the off-chance should I fail."
"But my lord, who could-" Po stops widening as Barbatos nods.
"Our spies have notified us Relon Lucinance shall be there."
"Lord Barbatos, you can't honestly believe that boy can defeat you, do you?!" Po questions hysterically.
"Po, watch your tongue!" Tigress demands.
"No, Tigress." Barbatos holds of a hand to look directly at Po. "Tell me, Po, do you believe you can defeat him? Know that should you fail, death awaits you."
"I-I..." Po tenses only to lower looking down in defeat.
"As I thought. You know as well as I do that he is still too much for you five. If you cannot defeat a horde of my archaisms then you are sure to lose should any of you fight him."
"But, Lord Barbatos, what makes you think you may lose?" Crane questions. "I mean, you're you. You easily could have defeated some of the other Leaguients if you went all out so what makes you think this boy stands a chance?"
"When two experienced martial artists clash, they are able to clearly estimate the level of skill the other holds. When I clashed with that boy, I could see it. A power hidden deep within. As if locked away. You all are aware how a user of the Beastial Arts conducts battle. The longer they fight, the more lethal they become. Combine that with what we have already seen and that seemingly latent ability, and he becomes a force that could jeopardize the entire Senate if left unchecked."
"You don't serious mean that, do you Lord Barbatos...?" Mantis asks in disbelief.
"I do. Every word." He turns as he begins walking down the hall with the five behind him. "Ever since joining Senate- no. Even before joining, I was prepared to die. Seeing Lord Sephiroth that day; made me believe the world is truly worth saving from how it is now. That is why I can say without hesitance that I am prepared to die fighting for what I believe to be right. If I am fated to die failing my mission, then so be it." He halts followed by the five. "But I refuse to bring my only children with me to my deathbed."
"BUT MASTER SHIFU, WHAT'S THE POINT IN ALL OF THIS IF WE CAN'T BE THERE WHEN YOU NEED US?!" Po exclaims. "We chose to become strong to fight by your side! What the point if you're gone! And how can you just roll over and accept your death?! Where did even come from?! I don't get it!"
"Po!" Tigress snaps.
"No, I'm not going to remain silent any longer listening to this! Master Shifu, tell me what's gotten into you!"
After a moment of silence, the short old man sighs turning to face his students.
"Tell me, Po, what is the one rule I always remind you all whenever you go into the field?"
"Always expect the unexpected."
"Indeed. Now, did you follow this during your last mission?"
"No, but-
"There you go." Shifu turns around walking off to halt. "Anything can happen once you step foot from the safety of your home. You could leave and simply cross a path to a bush of berries. That's all it takes for a monster to ambush and kill you." He turns around to face them once more. "Po, Tigress, Monkey, Crane, Mantis. You five are all I have left and although I am strict, I truly do hold each of you in high regard as I did for Viper. This is why, Po, I speak the way I do now. I am willing to lay down my life for the next generation to continue where I left off."
"But Master, if you believe this boy to truly be a problem, then why go alone? I understand you have your archaisms with you but why must you fight him by yourself?" Po asks defeated.
"I never told you this tale but... I once fought with the Wandering Beast." He reveals to the five's shock. "He was around his early 20's at the time. I was but a wandering man on a journey seeking answers to worldly questions my master instilled within me. Along the way, I ended up in Celdic believe or not. Coming just outside of the city I ended up at the park and that's where I met him standing just outside its gate. It only took one look at one another to tell what we both wanted. Escorting me inside, we headed deeper into the forest. I couldn't understand why but I felt the urge to fight him. So once we reached the clearing, we did."
"What was the outcome?" Crane asks.
"I lost." Shifu answers with a chuckle to their surprise. "We fought for what seemed like hours. My experience I believed would lead me to victory but fighting against the famous Yujiro Namikaze, I could see something."
"What was it?" Tigress as with interest.
"The heavy burden he seemed to carry. Images of children and others behind him. Supporting him with every strike. I was able to bear witness to the source of his power, the strength of the Wandering Beast. A worthy battle so exhilarating that before I realized it, we both were enjoying the rush of our fists clashing. This would be something I soon realized I lacked. At least, back then."
"What do you mean, my lord?" Monkey wonders.
"Back then, I had nothing but my master's teachings. Now, I have you all and the Senate to an extent. I have fought alongside many of which I hold in high regard. Except for one." He mutters. "And just as I think highly of them, I think highly of you five. That's why, I ask not as a Leaguient nor as a your master but instead as your father, allow this old man one last selfish request to fight. To feel that rush once more." He looks to each before falling upon Po and Tigress.
Speechless, they release a low breath looking between one another before nodding. Standing at attention, they bow.
"Very well, Master Shifu." They say in unison, for once a smile graces the man as he bows back.
"Thank you, my children..."
Ashland
Along the path in the dead of night materializes a orb of light and a ball of fire. Ceasing, they are replaced with two figures. One male and one female. The male seeming to be in his early 30's and the woman her 20's.
"How long has it been since we've been back?" He questions scratching his head.
"Too long. Let's go." Seconds into the soot and ash-filled wasteland, both stop to see from behind the burnt trees the guardians of the land.
Surrounding them, they approach greeting the pair.
"It's good to see you all again." The woman smiles bending down to pet the canines.
"Seems you guys haven't changed much unlike us." The man grins scratching one behind its ears.
"Balto, has either of them come by since our last visit 17 years ago?" The woman asks the leader of the pack to get a nod in response to both of their surprise shooting to their feet. "Are you sure?!" She exclaims for the wolf to nod turning and walking away.
"Looks like ole Balto wants to show us something. Come on, Auntie." The male says patting her shoulder snapping the woman from her stunned state.
"Right..." She mutters, hope swelling within as they are led through the forest stopping before a tree seeming to be more burnt than the rest.
Noticing the wolves sit around it, both step forward extending their hands towards the tree.
"Oh, Aidios! It's Relon's!" The woman mutters covering her mouth, forcing back the building tears.
"Heh, looks like he unlocked his fire after all." The man grins. "And by the looks of it, he's been here more than once." He mentions noting the tree's noticeably more damaged appearance.
Touching the warm tree, the woman places her forehead against it as she takes in the familiar sensation. After a solid minute of silence, she steps back.
"Okay. Let's go home." She smiles, her eyes never leaving the tree.
"That is the reason why we're here." The man jokes, earning an annoyed look from the woman. "Fine, fine. Let's go." The man rolls his eyes.
Minutes later and they reach the entrance. Turning back, they watch as the wolf monsters howl before walking off. Looking back, the woman places a hand on the mountain wall for the entrance to open up. Walking inside, both stop before the dozens of tents. The rush of familiarity washing over them.
"Ah..."
"Damn, there really is no place like home."
"Indeed. As much as I would like to stay and reminisce, he don't have the time." She states pulling out a staff.
"Campanella is annoying as ever. Glad to be away from that nuisance for the time being." The man groans.
An enchanting circle forms around their feet as the woman speaks in an unfamiliar language. Raising her hand, a light washes over the whole room revealing footsteps.
"I want to know where he went." She demands, the two following the glowing footsteps to stop outside a tent.
"This is where the achieves are if I remember right." He notes for the woman to head inside, the man following down the staircase into its chamber.
Forming a small fireball, he throws it at the ceiling illuminating the upside-down bonfire. Both look around finding nothing out of the ordinary.
"Hm?" The man hums with interest as he sees the woman walk over to one of the walls with names on it bending down. "What are you-" He stops widening as she turns around to see what appears to be a note. "No way. Is it from Relon?"
Answering his question, she flips the note to reveal two simple words.
"'From Relon,' huh? Got good handwriting." He notes to eye the woman staring at the letter in her hand. "Do you sense his essence?"
"Yes. There's no mistake. His essence on this envelope is identical from the footsteps as well as the tree he marked."
"Okay, so what's stopping you?" He arches an eyebrow.
"After everything he must have gone through, I can only imagine how much he must hate me. I couldn't be there when he and Kanade needed me most. All I could do was abandon them. I have no right to call myself their mother nor do I have a right to read this."
"I swear, you're acting very unsophisticated compared to normal." He groans walking over and taking the letter.
"What do you...?"
Ignoring her, he opens it and beginning reading to smirk after a few minutes.
"Yeah, if thinking your own son hates you isn't the most you've ever been wrong then I don't know what is." He says handing her the letter to read.
Dear mom, dad, and Kanade; I hope all of you get the chance to read this. Believe it or not, I'm alive in case any of you thought the worse. I hope the same can be said for all of you. Many mysteries surrounds that day I was left alone with Kernviter. I don't know where Kanade is so I can only hope she is with you guys. All I can remember are your parting words but it sounded like there was a male that didn't seem to be dad so I hope he's alright as well considering he wrote that note.
Don't worry though, I've been well. Believe it or not, the Wandering Beast found me while the forest was burning and took me in. At first, I was pretty reserved but an accident happened that caused my only marking to occur. I was pretty traumatized for a while but thanks to Uncle Victor (yes, the Radiant Blademaster believe it or not), I was able to get over that trauma and use my sword and fire without hesitation. It's also largely due in part to meeting Nameless, the spirit living within me.
He's only talked to me twice but both times, he's helped get me back on my feet. I'm beyond grateful to him. Nameless hasn't told me much about himself but I've grasped that he's a spirit attached to me and I don't hate him at all. Mister, the Wandering Beast, left me in Legram for two years so I could train to better control my fire as well as learn the way of the sword. I noticed that my sword has a pair so I can only guess that the other is with you all.
After leaving Legram with Mister, we ended up in Heimdallr where I became Princess Alfin's bodyguard for two years. That's when I met some friends and one especially close. Her name is Claire. I think you may like her, mom. She's quite the calculating type when she's working but she has a sweet and kind side that I'm attracted to.
But my duty protecting Alfin soon came to an end after my encounter with the Senate. With the help of Claire and our friend Lechter, we set out to deal with Leaguient #26, Arentula. It was rough and I nearly died. As I sank into the ocean, I couldn't believe it to be the end, but it's thanks to Nameless, my friends, and especially you mom for snapping me to that I not only gained control over my transformation but I managed to take down Arentula with ease.
Senate is a powerful organization and I don't know what they have planned next. After leaving Heimdallr, Mister and I came to Celdic where we're staying currently as I write this letter. I met Aunt Cecily, Silver, Blaze, and my step-sister Norowareta. I couldn't tell why but I just became fond of her. She isn't able to walk like the rest of us and she's quite on the reserved side but over these three years, she's really come out of her shell. I'm grateful to her. For her birthday, we went back to Heimdallr to enjoy it with Alfin, Claire, and our friends.
I had to deal with some drama from Chancellor Osborne and I can say I made you proud by beating him in a spar. I have a strong dislike for that man but we can talk politics and all that later once we're reunited. Anyway! I'm writing this before I head off to Thors Military Academy. I took the entrance exams and passed. I even scored first. Guess I got the brains from one of you, haha. Mister is going back to wandering around Erebonia looking for intel on Senate but we both have our goals we need to achieve.
I need to get stronger for the next time Senate strikes. I'll take them all down if I have to. They've attempted to kidnap Prince Olivert and they nearly succeeded with Alfin. I refuse to let them have their way. Thors is where everyone I know went to get stronger so it only makes sense that I go as well. I'm glad my best friends are going too. It'll be relieving having some people that now my secrets instead of being alone.
I know nothing about any of you so hopefully we'll be reunited soon if you're reading this. You all know where to find me but I understand if there are reasons why you can't. I haven't given up on searching for you guys and I don't plan on stopping now. I don't know the reasons for what occurred that night but just know, mom, dad, and the other guy that was with mom. I don't resent any of you. So in case you feel bad about what happened, don't. I was lucky to have Mister and everyone and I hope your lives have been good too.
Well, I think that sums up everything. I've been looking through each tent for any clues about our family history for the last 24 hours give or take a few and I'm sure some of the others are getting worried so that's all for now. Stay safe, everyone.
-Love, Relon Tarbin, Namikaze-Lucinance
P.S. - I love my middle name.
P.S.S. - If there is a way to let me know you at least got this, much would be appreciated.
Rereading the letter once more, then twice, and finally a third, she lowers the letter revealing tears dripping to the floor. Rubbing his neck, the man averts his gaze as she composes herself.
"Told you so." He mutters to gain a nod from the woman.
"Yes, for once you were right." She smiles.
"What do you mean 'for once?!' Tch, fine. I'll let you have this one. So what now? Quite the coincidence that he's going to Thor's. Looks like Aidios is smiling down on you."
"You mean us. As far as I see it, Relon is your little brother."
"You're still going on about that? Whatever, I'll consider him as such when I see him in action. You read that letter. He's learned from the Radiant Blademaster as well as the Wandering Beast himself. If anything, Relon got the best odds we could have hoped for."
"But that leaves one question. Where's Kanade...?"
"Look, we've had questions for the last 17 years. We just got one of the big ones answered which does leave one left. But instead wondering, why don't we go through with Relon's favor?"
"I agree, but what about-"
"Don't worry about it. Looking at their names will only sour my good mood." He shrugs.
Eyeing the young man, she nods.
"Very well." Heading back up the staircase, the man glances to a wall before following behind.
Stepping back outside, the make their way to a tent further back. Walking down yet another staircase, the man throws another fireball at the cave ceiling illuminating the room revealing a large crystal embedded in the floor.
"You know once we do this, we'll have to head back." He notes watching the woman walk to stand directly on top of the crystal.
"I am aware. I only hope both can forgive me for this rather abrupt notice." She says withdrawing her staff beginning another incantation for a ring of fire to appear around her, a flame appearing within the crystal. "Relon, Kanade!" She calls out.
After a moment, she ceases, the two departing back outside.
"Hopefully Relon takes it well. Poor sap has it bad being a male. I remember the first time mom call me. Damn, that hurt like hell."
"I believe he will be fine. With how strong he must be, I'm confident he'll be able to endure his first calling."
With one last glance to their home, both vanish in a ball of light and fire.
Thors
Sound asleep in bed lies Relon. Resting upstairs in bed next to Laura lays Pippin. Within the boy's subconscious rests Nameless floating at the center of a perfect replica of Celdic's park clearing. The world around him cool due to Relon's unconsciousness. Hovering with its legs crossed, the entity's eyes snap open to lift up.
Something is... calling to me.
Placing a hand on his chest, he lands on the ground looking up to feel a strong pulse from within his body force the entity to its knees. Fire spewing from Nameless' body quickly catching the forest on fire.
What... is this...?
Snapping awake, Relon stifles a shout in panic clutching his abdomen where his only marking resides.
"W-What's... happening to me?!" He begins panting throwing the covers off and getting to his feet clutching the area. "Gah!" He groans in pain ripping his shirt off, his red marking glowing in repetition. "What's happening?!" He breathes out for fire to begin to cover the floor. "No, no. no, no, no! Stay... inside!" He grits his teeth falling to his knees, the small smalls withdrawing to spew back out. "N-N-Nameless! What's... going on?! Tch!" His markings flickering more and more as the flames increase, the hot pain from his side becoming worse by the second. "No! No! Con...trol! Fo...cus!" He shuts his eyes attempting to do just that.
"Relon! Kanade!" His eyes snap open at the familiar voice, the pain and flames reaching his breaking point.
In that brief pause, the pain overtakes him.
"GRAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!" Rings of fire surround the boy before firing off in all directions scorching the floor and walls.
Crashing through the door comes Pippin followed by Laura and then Rean.
"Relon!" Laura exclaims.
"Watch out!" He shouts for Pippin to slice through one of the rings.
"Stay... back...! Can't... control!" He pants, the sound of stomping closer drawing near.
"WHAT'S GOING ON HERE?!" Sara shouts approaching the group to take in Relon widening in shock.
"We heard a shout followed by strange noises and tremors!" Alisa adds, she and the rest coming to the entrance to bear witness to Relon.
"No...!" Relon breathes out with one eye open as he gets to his feet, another ring forming about to release towards the class.
"Stay back!" Emma shouts rushing to the front, orbal staff in hand.
But before she can say or do anything, the rings around Relon ceases, the boy panting to fall to his knees and then to the ground unconscious.
"RELON!" Laura exclaims rushing to him.
Turning him over, she checks his pulse to breathe a massive sigh of relief.
"He's okay. He's just unconscious." The rest of the small group of friends breathing their own sighs of relief.
"So... Does anyone want to explain what that was?!" Alisa demands in utter belief at what she and the rest just bore witness to though no answer comes.
Rean, Laura, Fie, and Sara all exchanging a worried glance.
Unknown Location
"Relon! Kanade!" The woman's voice cries out.
"Ha!" A girl shrieks rising from her bed clutching her abdomen.
From her room door comes a man, the girl conjuring a sword of pure green fire pointing it at the man dressed in a suit with white gloves.
"Is everything alright?" He questions uncaring.
Panting, she calms herself.
"Yes." She releases her flaming weapon. "There are no issue whatsoever, sir."
"Tell me. Who are you?" He narrows waiting expectantly.
Getting out of her bed and to her feet, she looks directly at the man, her purple and green eyes seemingly more noticeable.
"I am Emerald Siegfried. My only ties are to the Black Workshop. That is who I am."
The man gives an evil grin albeit small.
"Good. Now rest, training begins soon." He leaves.
Sitting down on the comfort of her bed, the girl places a hand to her forehead.
That voice again. It was the same from that memory.
Looking to a desk, she walks over opening a drawer to reveal a cloth. Picking it up, she hold to it tightly to look to the ceiling.
Was that really you, mother...?
Unknown Location
"Hm?" Raising their head from their throne, a hooded figure glances to the skylight showing dozens of starts.
"Is something wrong, father?" A male teen answers.
"... No. Just a false thought..."
So you have chosen to reach out to them have you...