At New York, near a downed Myu & Ricka, who were freed of MIO's control, but were incapacitated, Azusa told the story of how MIO was created to Asahi.

"My memory's a bit fuzzy, but I have knowledge from what we know about the gems." Azusa said, "But I think it's best to have someone else talk about it."

She approached Ricka and did an incantation, shining the blue spinel with her aura. Ricka woke up, and remained on the ground, "Ricka. Machiyuki. Lovers."

Azusa said, "Machiyuki. Please, what do you know about the Fuji Power Cores and Ikara Tokisaki."

Ricka then spoke, calmly and soothingly, explaining the story behind the Power Cores, Ikara Tokisaki, and MIO:
"It all started in this timeline: start of the Paleolithic Japan – fifteen thousand years ago.
Ikara Tokisaki, an ancestor of Kurumi Tokisaki, discovered a mysterious gem that gives her life. She lived long enough to last throughout history, from the Paleolithic Era and the Yayoi Era to the Edo, Showa, and the era of today, Heisei.
The gems were reintroduced, during the Muromachi Era, by one of Ikara's ancestors, in 1337, by the name of Takashi Tokisaki. Takashi just found a shining jade statue that holds up gems of different shapes, including a dark blue sapphire that holds pure power, the very same gem that somehow came to your time, and led to the death of Pastor Clifton Nevins. Takashi was responsible for making Ashikaga Takauji a shogun, in 1338. Years passed, as Shogun Takauji would make the southern court surrender, as the Shogun would wear the gem on his helmet, under Takashi's order. Because of the overwhelming power, he ordered his slaves to build Kinkaku-Ji. By a long time, in 1570, after Takashi died, the gems disappeared, and were buried in antiquity, during the Battle of Anegawa.
By the Edo Era, the gems returned, and with it, another of the Tokisaki ancestors was responsible for another event in history: 1707 – the eruption of Mount Fuji. And after the Hoei Eruption, he died in that eruption. But all the gem powers that erupted in the great 1707 explosion were scattered around the city.
Time passed, and the modern era began, and famous landmarks in Japan were made, including Mount Fuji. At the time, the gems hibernated for the past 400 years, as production and progress was increasing. The Heisei Era, your current era, didn't start until 1989. But… then enter Kurumi Tokisaki, Ikara's ancestor. As Kurumi was introduced, she was like her ancestor, and knows more knowledge of the Power Cores. But instead of using the powers, like her predecessors, she chose to rebel against the gem, and wants to protect the world.
And then came that tragic day… Magnitude 9…"

Asahi whispered, "The 2011 Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami…"

Ricka continued, "And when Fukushima erupted, it brought a huge powerful burst of energy into the gems, buried inside their hiding spots, making them all-powerful and all-resilient. But in order to do so, the robots of Japan must harness the energy, and study it to humankind, to preserve life. While some chose for evil purposes… like the Jewel Women, who was responsible for numerous disappearances and deaths. The stones eroded and grew, and were unearthed in numerous and famous landmarks around Tokyo. Temples around the country also bear gems, including the miniature cores, called Lust Cores. Tokisaki's passion for a better world created a history for Japan, including Tokyo. Kurumi Tokisaki, upon learning of the Jewel People's Perfect World evil plan, would stop at nothing to end the disaster, before it started. The main core, however, would somehow return to Fuji Forest. But all it did was summon others to be unearthed, for gem supremacy. Kurumi Tokisaki, having used the gem for good, caused an upscale of a robotic race, and its followers to unearth gems, to learn which has much power. The damage was already done.
But… Ikara, in her final wish, before she passed on, created herself a beautiful daughter, infused with her DNA, and her promise."

Asahi growled, "MIO."

Ricka continued, "She used a dark blue gem that she created, that represents truth and moderation. And with it, she created her first android… a Jewel-Powered Daughter… the one called MIO. Her real name was Mio Akiyama, and she was built to be Ikara's beautiful and perfect daughter… but her essence made her pure evil. Once Ikara passed on, after living through fifteen thousand years, Mio took her place, and begat her evil ways. Ikara promises a perfect world… but instead, MIO promises that ambition of the perfect world… … …by turning it into darkness."

Asahi gasped, as Azusa said, deactivating Ricka, "MIO is held responsible for the actions of what she caused, since arrived, including Miss Michelle Nevins's death. But… There was another – Yui-Chan ."

Asahi asked, "Yui-Chan?"

Azusa said, "The android, Yui Hirasawa. She was created by the same gems as MIO's essence, only her side is a polar opposite, and was a good girl. Yui was created, not only to negate MIO's evil ambition, but she was built to destroy MIO. Only… She's now gone…"

Asahi sobbed, "How sad."

Azusa walked to Myu's prone body and said, "I overheard Tohka Yatogami's premonition, three years ago, back in England. In that past, The Gang had already been slewed, and MIO has taken everything. However, upon Tohka's death, everything's changed – The Gang is strong enough to fight MIO… while the vampire grows stronger by the minute. She underestimated all of you, only to realize that MIO is about to lose… With Yui-Bot gone, MIO is free to do whatever she wants. But in that beckoning, you and your friends have increased your powers, hundred times than before."

She beckoned Myu, as she sat up. She spoke, "Yes, my master…"

Asahi gasped, "NO!"

Azusa said, "Don't panic. She's already under my entrance. I was one of those things, you know."

Myu and Ricka stood in attention, as Azusa said, "Asahi Sakurai… You wield the card, Justice… Live by that name, and stop MIO. I shall tend to these slaves, under my rule, only for the side of light. I shall leave you, for now, knowing the truth about MIO."

Asahi said, "One thing, before you go… How do you even know about this?"

Azusa turned away and said, "Because… Even for a cute kitty girl like me… you know everything, including what might happen, again… Especially what happened… to JoJo… What happened in Egypt, in 1988… What happened next, involving DIO and Pucci… and the death of Jotaro Kujo…"

Asahi gasped in horror, as Azusa concluded, "It cannot be repeated, again… We've lost so many… How everyone died, in the war between good and evil, and twisting the worlds into numerous lands, cities, pacts, areas, and timelines. This timeline, involving Mio Akiyama… It's been 30 years, since the fall of DIO…"

Asahi asked, "Wait a minute! You mean… This is happening, after the death of Dio Brando?! What are you-?"

Ricka and Myu were shone in a neon blue and pink aura, as Azusa said, "This is all I can give you. I have nothing more to tell you. My time here is over… at least, for now. Myu and Ricka will be under my care. They'll come back… Farewell, Asahi Sakurai…"

Asahi yelled, "WAIT!"

FLASH!
She was caught in a huge flash of light. Azusa and the ninjas vanished into thin air. Asahi was stunned, as she whispered, "No… This whole thing… How can the others believe me, if I told them this? I thought it was all in mangas. But this? Could this be…?"

Episode XXIX – The Souls are Freed!
The Broken High Priestess!

Meanwhile, back in Casa de Muñecas, as the ceremony for Harada and Mayu continued, Scarlet viewed the girl, holding a gun in her hand. She whispered, "Damn you, Broken Matt Hardy. You picked a fine time to warn me…"

Hours before she left to go visit the store, Scarlet was in her office, getting dressed.

"Mannequin wedding…" she scoffed, "Idiots. Like hell I'd go. Farra was serious… but hey, I get to meet the girl that helped save Agents Stevens and Sakurai. I wonder what she's like…"

She held her purse up and said, "Well, I may not be a Stone User, but at least I'll come for moral support, since Big Cass and Enzo assisted the matter."

She reached for the door, but her head started to sting. She shrieked, as she stepped back, feeling a disturbing presence. She cried, "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH! What the hell?"

She growled, "Shit! Another premonition!"

She called out, "SCRIBE!"

A young man in dark hair, wearing all black, was holding a scribe book, while smiling. She called out, I had another premonition! And if that's what the case is… They're in danger! Write it down!"

The scribe wrote, "A mannequin wedding will be shattered… Mayu Arita and Harada… forever separated… by a figure of their past. The dangers will befall, by the shards of a mannequin, made of wood…"

She bowed, "Thank you, scribe. Now, leave!"

The scribe left, as Scarlet snarled, "Two premonitions in one week? This MIO is getting on my nerves!"

She opened the door, as Rook suddenly appeared, in astral projection. She gasped, "Agent Rook! Get out of my way!"

Rook said, "It's alright, ma'am. I am a ghost. I'm still in Asia. Apparently, Beth healed me, and I am going to rejoin the others, soon. I overheard your Broken Brilliance being in play. Let me assist you. If you are to join in the Battle against MIO, you need this card…"

He held the tarot card, and gave it to Scarlet. Rook vanished, as she was astounded. She whispered, as she looked at the card, "The High Priestess…"

Scarlet then gasped, "THE STORE!"

She rushed off, throwing the card down. She then barked, "Rook! You better be right…"

Rook's image appeared in her office, just as she left, "Broken Brilliance plus the High Priestess card… Scarlet Riley… You are now woken! I shall name your powers… The Broken High Priestess!"

Scarlet saw the girl, as she held the gun in her hands. She whispered, "What do I do? Ungh… Damn it… She's going to destroy the mannequin… and Farra, as well, in mannequin form! I must act! But how?"

She thought, as she smirked, "I GOT IT!"

The girl held the gun up, as Scarlet boomed, "Broken High Priestess!"

A huge pulse of psychic energy engulfed the crowd, as she ordered, "Pay attention to the show, and eyes on the display, only…"

She controlled everyone, except for the girl with the gun. She aimed at Harada and huffed, "This is for my sister, Kana… Goodbye, Harada."

Scarlet boomed, speaking through telepathic communications, "I wouldn't do that, if I were you, bitch!"

The girl stopped, as she asked, "Who are you?"

Scarlet said, via psychic powers, "One of AAW-New York's agents. Scarlet Riley, head of the New York Branch. I was invited to watch this… charade… only to realize that I sense that you'd try something… Lisa…"

The girl was Lisa, the same woman that killed Harada, years ago, for revenge on him, dumping her sister, Kana, and forcing her to commit suicide.

"I know what he did, dumping your sister, was wrong… But murder is NO exception…" Scarlet said, "Put the gun down. You are NOT ruining this magical moment."

Lisa snarled, "My sister… she didn't have to die, because that bastard broke her heart… Harada is the same womanizer that he is…"

Scarlet said, "No, he's not… He cares mostly for his fans, more than anything in the world… Who do you think you are, solving that answer, with a gun?"

Lisa growled, "Where are you?"

"Behind you. I don't turn around, if I were you."

"You forget… I'll fire, and kill the mannequins, destroying them, ruining Harada's spirit, forever!"

"Even if you fire, they won't listen! I don't know why I do this, right now, but I have the ability to manipulate people to focus on one thing… even ignoring all gunfire, in the process. It may sound like a bad thing, but it's enough to stop you, before you cause chaos in this store, hurting innocent lives! Put the damn gun away, now!"

In the display, the spirits of Mayu and Harada held hands and exchanged vows. As they spoke, Farra sensed, "Huh? Just now, I sensed a disturbance… but some twisted energy appeared, and shrouded it in stealth… Who did that?"

Cassandra viewed the crowd, as she spotted Lisa. She thought, "She's got a gun! What is she doing?"

Lisa shook in fear and said, "You… You can't scare me… I don't want… Harada… to be happy…"

Scarlet said, in psychic communication, "And this is how you'll tarnish his namesake? Go ahead and pull the trigger, then. Because I'm done with this shit, you annoying cunt!"

Lisa cried, "FINE!" and aimed the gun at Harada. She then fired the gun, but couldn't budge her fingers. She whispered, as she was pulling the trigger, "I… I… I can't… I can't fire… Come on! FIRE, DAMN IT! I HATE YOU, HARADA!"

Scarlet smirked, "Figured it out, loser? I messed with your mind… and I had the ability to shut down your hand functions. Personally, I don't want another incident befall this country, not like all those other incidents, before it. You're no CHA-hater, nor are you a revenger! All you are… is a terrorist!"

Farra viewed the crowd, in spirit form, as she gasped, "Wait… Scarlet?!"

Scarlet said to Lisa, while Lisa was still struggling, "You just try… If you harm one single hair on those innocent kids, even if they are made of wood, I will never forgive you…"

Lisa snarled, "Shut up! I BLAME YOU!"

She turned around and fired at Scarlet. "FUCK OFF, WHORE!"
BANG!
The bullet went into Scarlet's face. But the small bullet nearly touched her nose. She took the bullet, midair, and said, "You still don't get it? I figured you would try something stupid like that."

She grabbed her blouse and threw her to the front door, heading outside. She called, "YOU'RE BANNED FOR LIFE!"

Lisa was on the ground, as Scarlet left the building. Scarlet sealed the doors shut, from outside, and then turned to a downed Lisa. She confronted her and said, "There. Now, I don't have to use my psychic mind reading to talk to you. You're under arrest. Killing Harada will not bring your sister back."

She walked towards her and said, "Tell me… Does killing Harada make you feel better about yourself? My answer… is NO. Murder is never the answer. You should've helped your sister, when this happened. And look where it ended up… I know all about your thoughts… because one man gave me a gift, to look into the future… and to help my friends, if needed. Luckily, thanks to my mind manipulation, they're glued to the display… and the wedding… while you and I have unfinished business."

Lisa pleaded, "YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND! MY SISTER DIED, BECAUSE HE BROKE HER HEART! HE NEVER CARED ABOUT HER! KANA DIED, BECAUSE HE'S AN ASSHOLE!"

Scarlet barked, "OH? And what does that make you? You're no different than Harada! You had no intention or gall to use murder! Fangirls like you make me sick! Understand… Harada's dead, and that's all that matters! YOU ARE NOT TARNISHING HIS MEMORIES!"

Lisa was on her knees and sobbed, "I'm sorry… Just don't hurt me… He started it, but I overreacted…"

Scarlet said, "Very well… At least you admit it, that it was a gut reaction… But you're not getting off, scot-free. Leave this city, now… and head back. I will overlook your misdeeds."

Lisa asked, "Spare me? After what I've done?"

Scarlet glares at her, as Lisa sobbed, "Okay… You win! I'll go, leave somewhere far away and never return. NO Japan, NO Korea, NO Philippines, and definitely NO America! Away from boy bands from there…"

Scarlet turned away and walked off, "Get lost."

Lisa growled, as she was humiliated. She held her gun high, "You're going to spare me, because of what I did? You were going to tell on me! Take one more step, and your psychic abilities will die!"

She grinned, "YOU FOOL! I have no remorse over what Harada did! He deserves to die, and you shall die, too, you stool pigeon! I refuse to have Harada be happy, because of what he did to Kana! My sister has been avenged, and I will not have this go as planned!"

She aimed at Scarlet's head and said, "Time to die, you hooker…"

Scarlet grumbled, "Oh, for the love of-."

She said, without looking, "Go ahead. Pull it…"

Lisa cried out, "I hate you, Harada! ALL MEN ARE THE SAME! YOU BASTARD! I HATE YOU! I HATE Y-! I HATE Y-! I HA-!"

She tried to pull the trigger, but couldn't, this time. Her fingers were stiffened and paralyzed. Lisa cried, "Ha-! Ha-! What the-?"

Scarlet grabbed the gun and turned it to Lisa, and said, "What's wrong? Were you going to shoot me, much as you were going to kill Harada's spirit? Lemme guess… Right here, in the neck? Or here… in your broken heart… OR MAYBE HERE?"

BANG!
She fired at Lisa's shoulder, and Lisa cried in pain, dropping the gun, "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH!"

She dropped to the ground, as her left arm went limp. She cried, "WHY DIDN'T I FIRE? MY FINGERS ARE NUMB! MY BODY IS NUMB, TOO!"

Scarlet said, "Number than before… I stopped your digits, using my Pyrokinesis. I have the ability to stop your attacks, from inside, rendering you helpless… You bitch and complain, because you killed Harada, for Kana's death…"

Her aura glowed, as she boomed, "I killed someone, out of malice and hate, too, but you don't see me whining about it! It is because she pissed me off. You'd be oblivious, too, if you haven't figured it out."

Lisa pleaded, "NO! FORGIVE ME! I GIVE UP! ARREST ME! I'M SORRY!"

Scarlet boomed, "Ask forgiveness for Harada, the man you killed, bitch! Do you think I had any intentions on forgiving you… or letting you get away, that easily?"

Lisa sobbed, "All men… are the same… Harada… didn't have to… hurt Kana…"

Scarlet nodded, "I understand… Harada did it to her, and it was wrong. You know that Kana didn't have to kill herself, for the one she loved. You could've stopped her… but now it's too late…

with that being said…"

Her aura shone in a fiery burst of flames, "YOU SHOULDN'T HAVE KILLED HARADA, IN THE FIRST PLACE! DELETE! DELETE! DELETE! DELETE, DELETE, DELETE, DELETE, DELETE, DELETE, DELEEEEEEEEEEEEEEETE!"

She charged at Lisa, and roared, "FALL TO MY BROKEN BRILLANCE, YOU MURDERER! ORAAAAAAAAAH!"

She landed a barrage of punches, kicks, and blows, shouting and roaring, "KESU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU- SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU! KESU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU! KESU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU-SU! KESUUUUUUUUUUUU!"

NOTE: "Kesu" is Japanese meaning "To erase".

KAPOW!
Lisa is sent flying into the trash pile, in a huge scream. She was unconscious, with her legs sticking out of the trash. Scarlet then held her notepad up and wrote something on it. She ripped the paper off and said, "My autograph is way more valuable than Harada's. I'd frame that. Remember my name, bitch."

She threw the paper to her, as she went back inside Casa de Muñecas. The slip of paper she wrote was her own name "Scarlet Riley".

She went back inside, as Farra's spirit sensed Scarlet. She whispered, "No way… While this is going on, she just beat up an innocent bystander."

Scarlet spoke, through Farra's head, "I'll explain later. Someone from Harada's past came back, and wanted to end the job. But I have her forever hold her peace… in jail."

Farra smiled, as Harada asked, "Lisa? She came back?"

Farra said, "To finish the job… I'm sorry, Harada…"

Mayu smiled, "It's fine… She's gone now. And I have you…"

Harada said, "I meant what I said, Mayu Arita… You're my kind of girl…"

Mayu giggled, "Oh, Harada…"

Farra said, "I now pronounce you… husband and wife…"

The crowd cheered, as Mayu and Harada kissed each other. Lights and confetti shot out, as a huge blinding light shone around them. Mayu whispered, as she was smiling, "Harada… You're my life…"

The souls and Farra are sucked into the light, as Farra said, "It's all over… But wait… Why am I going with you? I'm not dead!"

Harada said, "I guess… after we got married, that was it… We're going to heaven… resting in peace… Farra Stevens… For a young woman, caring only for others… Thank you."

Mayu smiled, "Yeah… For you, it was the greatest moment of my life… And one day, I hope you stop this vampire chick."

Farra said, "I guess I told too much. But I cared for your safety, first. 18 days passed, and Mizuki's going for bad to worse. We'll stop MIO… the vampire chick, you call her… for you both…"

Harada grinned, "Thanks, Farra… Watch over us, okay?"

Mayu smiled, as they were floating away, "Goodbye…"

Harada and Mayu share one last kiss. And then, they vanished in the light, and were never seen again. Farra closed her eyes and prayed, "At least you will know love. Rest in peace."

Pollyanna suddenly appeared and said, "Congratulations, Farra…"

Farra asked, "Miss Pollyanna… Why are you-?"

A huge flash engulfed into her, as Pollyanna said, "They will rest in peace… and so will I. Adios, Luther… Cassandra… and even you, Farra… All of you… Goodbye…"

XXXXX

The light cleared, as the display remained in place. The audience was captivated, as they applauded. Scarlet was amazed, as she said, "Holy shit…"

Cassandra was worried, "Farra… Did she-? NO…"

She was worried that Farra was gone. After that, the store closed, and everyone loved the performance.

XXXXX

That night, Farra's box, with her prone unconscious body inside, started to shake and rumble. She punched through the box and ripped open. She gasped for air, as she was moaning, "Man… How long… ungh… was I out… for?"

She coughed, while on the ground. A lone hand reached to her, as a voice said, "Here, Miss. Lemme help you."

She held her hand and then looked up at a girl in blonde hair and a light blue blouse and jeans. She was behind a few other girls, in different clothing. Farra asked, "Eh? Santa Maria… Was this all a dream?"

The second girl, in brown hair, wearing a purple shirt and a blue skirt, said to her, "You were in this box… What happened?"

Farra looked at her hands and gasped, "I'm alive… … …but… … …"

She looked around and said, "Huh? The mannequins…"

She looked at each girl, and realized, "Oh, my… god… You're the…"

The first girl in light blue said, "It was funny… You were the one that said you'd rescue us… and this kind lady dressed us in these cool clothes…"

"Kind la-?" Farra asked.

The third girl, with her blonde hair done in a ponytail, wearing a white shirt and beige shorts, "We were frozen solid, but something appeared, and we suddenly woke up here…"

The fourth girl in brown hair, all wavy and long, added, "Yeah… It was like… … …a very bizarre experience."

Farra said, as she was sniffling, "Well… it's nothing, really… I'm glad you're alright…"

She was sobbing, as the girls laughed, "ALRIGHT! We're free!"

They hugged Farra, as they were happy to be free of Temperance's evil spell. Farra thought, as she was smiling, "Miss Pollyanna… Thank you… You're the best… Adios, my mentor…"

One hour later, all the girls that were in the warehouse were sent away, back to where they belonged, after they were kidnapped. Scarlet gave Farra a cup of tea and said, "I can't believe that a single perverted man would kidnap girls and make them into display dummies. Farra, you can explain it all to me."

Farra said, "Well, I wish I could, but… Sena…"

Cassandra said, "I know. She didn't respond. But what I can know is this… Sena will remain with us, in Casa de Muñecas, until you finish off MIO. We have faith in you, guys."

Scarlet said, "Well, thank you… uh, Miss Martinez…"

Cassandra bowed, and said, "Gracias, Señora Riley. But I want to know one thing… Someone brandished a gun here, and you tossed her out!"

Farra said, "Yeah. I sensed you, and you were suddenly violent."

Scarlet smirked, "Well… I have ways. But I can't explain. This guy, Harada, was killed by that bitch. So, I gave her justice, Scarlet Riley Style…"

She thought, "Actually, I can thank Rook for the power boost. I owe him one."

Wild Card member:
Scarlet Riley – Broken High Priestess (Spirit Caller) – Abilities: Pyrokinesis and Clairvoyance

Farra said, "Well, I don't think we'll know, yet. But what we do know is that this store is now protected…"

Scarlet huffed, "At least I saved you, for once…" and then smirked and added, "Now, we're even."

Luther smiled, "And I have you girls to thank."

He said to Scarlet, "Miss Riley, is it? Such a beauty in red hair… and an alluring figure… My gratitude is forever in your debt, for saving tonight's performance."

Scarlet huffed, "Oh, blow it out your ass, pervert. And keep your thanks. I did it for Farra's sake."

Farra said, "Be nice, ma'am! He is saying thank you."

Scarlet huffed, "Sorry. No habla pervert in pink!"

Luther was annoyed, "Oh, come on! It's how I dress!"

Cassandra giggled, "He's just happy… Now that he owns 100% ownership to mi madré's store, he is so happy. And we have you four to thank… Farra, Asahi, Miss Aoi, and Miss Riley…"

Scarlet looked around, "Huh? Speaking of, where's Agent Sakurai?"

Farra said, "She and Myu-Myu left, this afternoon. Where did she go?"

Asahi returned, as she moaned, panting for air, "Farra… … …Danger… … …emits… … …Japan… … … …"

Scarlet cried, "Breathe, Asa! Breathe!"

Asahi dropped down and moaned, as Farra said, "Uh-oh… She's badly hurt. She better tell us what just happened…"

Scarlet said, "You do that. I'll have a word with Cassandroid over here."

"Cassandroid?" Cassandra asked, "¿Por qué llamarme Cassandroid?"

Scarlet gave her a badge, which says "Cassandra Martinez – AAW-New York – C-Squad". She added, "You want to help stop MIO, right?"

Cassandra nodded, "Si, el jefe."

Scarlet said, "We needed brains for The Gang. And don't worry about a picture. Once we finish, you can have that updated."

She saluted, "For your heroism, against the evil forces of the vampire android, and for rescuing Agents Stevens and Sakurai, I welcome you to Alliance Across the World – New York Branch. Congratulations, Cassandroid."

Cassandra smiled, "Thank you, ma'am."

She glared, "Also, please don't call me that, por favor?"

Scarlet said, "Yeah, sorry. Cassie, right?"

Cassandra winked, "Yo soy Cassandra Juliet Martinez. Haré lo mejor que pueda, señorita."

Cassandra left to join Farra, as Scarlet huffed, "Eh. Casssandroid, it is, then."

XXXXX

The following hour, the girls were outside, as Farra said, "Asahi… Is that true?"

Asahi replied, "Yes. After I stopped Myu-Myu, a figure came to me and told me much about MIO… I know it's not much, but history may repeat itself, if we're not careful. 1988 saw the death and end of Dio Brando, but years passed, and we lost so much… including Kajou, Tohka, and-."

"Jotaro Kujo?" Cassandra said, "Yes. It was sad… I've heard horrible things, back when the world was being manipulated. The only Joestar I know of that existed was Josuke Higashikata."

Scarlet huffed, "I was gonna say that. But still, it's all just fiction. I never thought the Moji Mikisa would bend the fabrications of anime and manga, and turn it into real life. A lot has happened, but I do not want to witness more death and despair. I was there, when I sensed you guys, doing this wedding. I never knew it was for real. But I'm happy you guys are safe."

Farra saluted, "Thanks, ma'am."

Asahi asked, "So, what will happen to Sena? Will she be a mannequin, forever?"

Cassandra said, "Luther will watch over her. I tried to remove the gem, but it was stuck. Myu was defeated, but…"

Asahi said, "I know what… Myu's a puppet controlled by MIO. So, to free Sena, we eliminate the core root."

Scarlet said, "Do whatever you want. I'll stay back and tend to Mizuki… when you guys go to Egypt. I'm not ready to face her…"

Farra asked, "Huh? Why not?"

Scarlet said, "I don't know if I can face this vampire, myself. Just now, I had this power, and at a young age… I'm not sure if I'll survive… Plus, someone has to watch over Mizuki, with the allotted days remaining for her to live. Besides, you guys are strong enough to face it."

Asahi blushed, "Thanks…"

Cassandra smiled and said, "Yes. I believe we will handle ourselves fine."

Luther returned, as he gave Cassandra a small red toolbox. He said to her, "Here. If you plan to leave to Egypt soon, hermana, you may need to repair yourself, now and then."

Cassandra nodded, as Farra said, "She'll be fine. She's in safe hands. She's a hero, as much as us."

Luther then said, "Indeed. Also, when this is over, and you win… How would you like to work here, for old time's sake? Some of the girls that you saved wanted a job here. And I hired them, on the spot. But they need a mentor to look up to, like how mi madré mentored you."

Farra bit her lip and shook, "I… uh… I don't know…"

Luther said, "For mi madré, Farra… Please? You did everything for me, and now, I want you to come back for Miss Polly… What do you say?"

Farra was nervous, as Asahi agreed, while Scarlet scoffed. Farra asked, "Cassie?"

Cassandra said, "It's your choice. I'm not deciding for him. It's all up to you."

Farra then answered, as she held his hands, "Yes. Okay. When I return, I will come back and work here. I can't escape the past, anymore. Thank you for everything, Luther… Cassie… I'll come to this place, when I return soon. Thank you."

She giggled, "Besides, you always needed someone for the job. I'm your Perfect Mannequin."

Scarlet asked, "Eh? What the fuck is she talking about?"

Asahi said, "I'll explain, on the way back."

Farra said, "I'll take care of Cassie. Luther…"

Luther said, as he let go, "Adiós, amigos… Adiós, hermana… Adiós, mi maniquí perfecto."

Farra smiled, "Goodbye…"

Luther went back in, as he locked the door and flipped the sign to "CLOSED". Farra then said, closing her eyes, "I'm ready to go home now…"

Asahi held her shoulder, as she smiled, "Farra…"

She turned to the window, seeing Sena, in mannequin form, wearing her clothes, posing with her right arm on her hip and her left arm on her head. Asahi thought, "I promise, Sena Aoi… For you… MIO will be destroyed. We'll bring you back… along with Mizuki. We promise."

Just then, the BattleVan drove by, as Mundy asked, "OI! Did we miss anything?"

Scarlet yelled, "WHERE THE HELL HAVE YOU BEEN?"

Mundy gasped, "Scarlet?! Uh… hey, baby…"

Scarlet barked, "SHUT IT! I'm going back to HQ. Agent Cooke, move! I sit next to Osky."

Steven huffed, as he said, "No."

Scarlet ordered, "Don't you talk to your boss like that, you doucheba-!"

Steven yelled at her, "SHUT UP! THE LAST THING I WANT IS YOU, PISSING ME OFF! RIDE IN THE BACK!"

Scarlet was shocked, as Farra blushed heavily, "He's so awesome~!"

Cassandra asked in astonishment, "Santa Maria… What lungs…"

Mundy said, "Uh… You better do as he says… He and I have had a tough day…"

Scarlet asked, "Huh? What happened?"

Mundy said, "Get in. We'll explain, on the way back to HQ."

He then asked, "OI! Hold on! Who's this beauty in specs? She a lovely koala?"

Scarlet barked, "OSKY!"

Mundy apologized, "Sorry, babe…"

Cassandra bowed and said, "Hola, señor. Yo soy Cassandra Juliet Martinez."

Farra said, "This is a friend of mine, and our newest member… She wishes to come with us to Egypt, once the others arrive."

Scarlet said, "From what we know now, the others are now in Pakistan, and are closer to Egypt. Hope they're okay."

Asahi called, "SHOTGUN~!" but Steven halted her, "No."

She sobbed, "Oh, right… But you never got off your seat."

He replied, "I've got a worse case of a beat down, today…"

The girls stepped in, as Mundy drove back to HQ, explaining what Steven and Mundy did, while in New Jersey, and on the way back.

Meanwhile, far away in an undisclosed area in America, Azusa was taking apart Myu, with her long pink hair flowing and completely naked. Her huge breasts were covered by her hair, as she was removed of her lower body, arms, and stomach plate. Azusa began to remove Myu's face and said, "There… For an android, you sure are helpful. If these Power Cores are linked to MIO, maybe I can contact Yui-Chan… and have her help us. Being Jewel Women, what could be their weakness? Sunlight helps, but maybe more… I don't wish to see these girls become dust, when this is over…"

Ricka was already in pieces, with her head on the side, and her naked body in a pile. Ricka spoke, "Jewel. Lovers. Jewel. Lovers."

Azusa replied, "I understand… But this is serious… I can't send you out to aide me, yet. At your condition, it's not going to be easy. Plus, I promise Asahi to bring you guys back. Only, how?"

She continued to dissect Myu, looking for answers on how to stop MIO.

Meanwhile, back in Pakistan, Enyama was leering towards Yamabuki, as she was looking around.

"Yamabuki Suou, I shall enjoy killing you. To avenge my daughter, I shall rip your insides out, while you watch!"

To be continued…