Part 9
Sora stiffened as she felt his hot breath on her neck, causing her eyes to narrow as she got use to the darkness. She looked for something to use as a weapon.
Asia suddenly felt a surge of new energy. *Hang on Sora*
Upon hearing Asia's voice, she suddenly felt some courage. Using the heels she was wearing, she stepped down on Magikmon's foot, causing him to release her.
"Ow!" he screamed
Sora turned around and threw him backwards. She then heard, "Pixie's Call!"
She then saw a stream of purple light throwing him back, stunning him. The lights slowly came back on.
Asia ran up to her, as Magikmon said, "You will be saved for the time being. I will be back! And next time, I won't underestimate you."
The two turned to each other with smiles, as their old clothing returned. They then ran out of that room as fast as they could.
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"Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh!"
"Huh?" Joe looked around for trouble.
"What was that?" Matt asked.
"It sounded like someone was in a great amount of pain," Tk replied.
"It could be Sora," Tai said grimly.
"Or Asia," added Izzy.
"So why are we standing around?" asked Kari.
"Let's go towards the scream," Delia said.
"Yeah! We can't just stand here! Let's go!" exclaimed Mimi bravely.
"Ummm…I was about to suggest that. Let's go everyone!" Tai said defensively.
"Uh huh, sure you were," Delia replied.
"Stop it, it's no time for sarcasm. That's Matt's department!" Tai countered.
"Hey!" protested Matt. His face began to get red.
"Ah! Don't lose your cool dude, it's just a joke!"
Kari rolled her eyes. *Fine time for jokes*
*I'll say* Mimi giggled. Delia even let a giggle escape.
"What is so funny?!" demanded Joe.
"Nothing!" the girls exclaimed.
"Whatever!" Matt added.
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"Well, which way do we go?"
"How should I know," replied Sora. "This place is one big maze! Hey look! I think this is the door!"
"Good, I don't think I could go much further," Asia said weakly.
As Sora and Asia ran through the door, they saw two hallways. They decided to stay to the right. As they were rounding the corning, a group of people was coming around the same corner until…CRASH!
"Ow!" everyone said at different times.
"Asia! Sora!" the group exclaimed in unison.
"That's our names, don't wear them out," Asia replied weakly.
"Fine time for jokes," mumbled Izzy.
"Well at least I have a sense of humor," fired Asia.
"Okay you two, settle down. We need to find a way out," Joe said.
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"What do you mean they destroyed him?!?!" boomed Darkenmon.
"The Digidestined killed him after he let two of them escape," Magikmon told him.
"What kind of fool would do such a thing?"
Magikmon smiled inwardly. "A fool name Fiermon, that's who. He developed a soft spot for them and even gave them clothing and shelter. Isn't it ironic how they double-crossed him?"
"Ironic indeed. No worries, he wasn't worth being a Tyrant."
"They must have put a spell on him."
"Well he was a Tyrant…Now we must avenge Scornamon and Fiermon." Darkenmon looked out the window thoughtfully. "Any ideas?"
"Yes, I do have one."
"Well, let me hear it."
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By now, the Digidestined were resting in a nearby campsite, a quarter of a mile from where they escaped.
Asia and Sora were resting, as the others were eating dinner.
"Man, we really can't let our guard down," Joe said.
Tai moved towards Sora protectively. "No kidding."
Matt got up to put more wood in the fire. "I can't wait to get my hands on those lousy no good for nothing Tyrants!"
"Down boy," Tk said.
"Very funny."
"Thanks," Tk said as he did a bow. "Learned everything I know from you."
Yeah you're a regular chip off the old block," Matt said sarcastically.
Delia looked over at Izzy. *Hmm…what's wrong with Izzy?*
Kari glanced over at him. *I don't know. He seems very quiet, and he's not even typing on his laptop*
Mimi suddenly looked excited. *I know! I think he secretly has a crush on her…just look at the way he keeps stealing glances at her*
"What?!" Delia and Kari exclaimed, jumping up.
"Huh?" inquired the boys.
"Nothing," they quickly replied. They then got up and sat away from the boys, leaving them confused.
"Are you sure? Or is the Digiworld finally getting to you?" asked Kari.
''Haven't you seen them together? All they ever do is argue," added Delia.
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Magikmon frowned as he went to assemble his army of Digimon. "Pathetic," he whispered. He shook his head at them. "Perceptmon! Come forward!"
"Yes dear, you called," said a female voice. She looked like Angewoman except her fur was pink. Her violet eyes seemed to mock him.
"I told you not to call me dear! We are not together anymore. Never mind that, I want you to whip this army into shape."
"No offense but…they are poorly trained. This may take a few days."
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In the morning, the ten humans were on their way to the Temple of Destiny. Asia and Izzy were fighting at the back of the line while everyone was silent.
"Are you alright?" Tai asked Sora.
Sora frowned. "I told you I was fine." *Jeez, that's the tenth time he asked me that this morning!*
*He's just concerned* Delia smiled.
Sora looked up at her sister. *Yeah, I know…it's just that…*
Kari finished Sora's sentence. *It's getting on your nerves, right? I can relate. He is my brother.*
*Don't worry Sora. He may treat you like you're too weak to take care of yourself, but deep down inside he's doing what his heart is telling him too* Mimi smiled encouragingly.
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"I hope those kids are okay," Gennai said worriedly.
"Don't worry, they'll get to the Temple safely. They did defeat two of the Tyrants," Piximon stated.
"Well I guess you're right. Still…I received no E-mail from those kids," Gennai replied.
Piximon smiled slyly. "I don't think that's anything to worry about. Asia and Izzy are probably arguing with each other."
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Asia rolled her eyes. "I can take care of myself! I don't need your help!"
"Ha! Don't make me laugh Asia! You're doing it all wrong."
"I am not! I've been handling computers for awhile now! I am-"
"Capable?" Izzy finished.
"I was about to say that if you didn't interject!"
Izzy smiled smugly. "Just seeing how you liked someone finishing your sentences."
"Don't they ever stop?" Tai asked.
"They fight like you and Matt," Sora stated.
"My feet kind of hurt," Mimi complained. "And I need food and something to drink and-"
"Ah! Stop Mimi! I'll stop already! I guess we do need a break." Tai gave in.
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In the Temple of Destiny, eight statues resembling Digimon were being guarded by two renegade Digimon.
One resembled Biyomon except for the light purple feathers. The other one resembled a Gazimon except for the light aqua color.
"Do you think they'll make it here alive?" asked Gilamon. Her blue eyes looked uncertain. She turned to Aquamon, who was twirling a whisker.
"Don't get your feathers ruffled. They'll be here. They have to," answered Aquamon. Her green eyes held uncertainty as she looked out the window at the dark sky.
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The Digimanor was brightened by sunshine as Gennai pulled the curtains. "You've got mail!" said a voice.
"Well hurry up! Open it!" Piximon yelled, jumping up from his seat at the table. In doing so, he accidentally knocked over his breakfast.
"Alright, just calm down," Gennai replied. He opened the E-mail and smiled. "It's from Izzy, saying that they're about a quarter mile from the Temple and have already started walking."
"That's great! Those kids should be at the Temple pretty soon," Piximon replied.
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Mimi looked around. *What's with all this mist*
*It's fog* Kari looked at Mimi.
*Ah! I keep forgetting that you all can read my mind* Mimi frowned.
Asia glanced at Mimi. *The visibility is kind of low for this time of day*
*Oooooookay* Sora exchanged a confused glance with Mimi, who in turn looked at Kari for an answer.
"What? Don't look at me," Kari said aloud.
They then turned to Delia. *I don't have an answer either. She's starting to sound like Izzy*
All the girls except Asia giggled at this.
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Gilamon and Aquamon locked gazes as they felt a surge of power. "They're here!" they exclaimed in unison.
"Can you see them?" asked Aquamon.
"Yes, I can make out ten outlines coming through the fog," Gilamon replied.
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As they came closer to the temple, the fog suddenly lifted, revealing a spectacular stone temple lined with pictures and statues. Tints of gold, silver, rubies, diamonds, and other precious stones decorated the Greek looking temple.
Mimi looked at the two columns guarding the temple stairs. *I suddenly feel like I'm in Ancient Greece*
The girls all giggled at Mimi's comment.
They silently climbed the huge white marbled stairs. In the doorway stood two figures that were standing on a red carpet. The two figures suddenly spoke, startling the ten humans. "Are you the ones called the Digidestined? If so, show us your crests, one by one."
As they all did as they were told, the two Digimon stepped out of the shadows and jumped into two startled girls.
"Who are you?" questioned Sora, eyeing the Digimon that looked like Biyomon.
"I'm Gilamon and I'm Delia's Digimon. I've waited here my whole life for this day," she replied.
The other one said, "I'm Aquamon and I'm Asia's Digimon. Follow us in, we have something to show you." She then hopped out of Asia's arms.
After everyone had passed through the doorway, two stone doors magically appeared, ceiling off the entry to the outside world. The ten humans followed the two Digimon down a dim hallway.
Automatically, Asia and Izzy started to decipher the strange writing on the walls. They glanced at each other to exchange words. The others rolled their eyes at them as they raced against each other. They finally looked up to find their friends gone. Hurriedly they put their laptops away and ran in the direction of their friends.
Finally, they reached a room with a marble floor and a stone wall with pictures of all of the Digidestined and their Digimon.
They gasped as they saw the eight statues of their Digimon.
"What?" asked Joe.
Suddenly, a bright star of a brilliant silver appeared in the middle of the room.
"What's that?" asked Tk.
The star started to stretch into the shape of a human. Then the light dimmed leaving a silver aura around this beautiful woman with golden curly locks, red lips, a silver dress, and wings. "Hello Digiwarriors and Angelics. I have heard many good things about you all."
"Who are you?" asked Izzy.
"I am a humanoid Digimon. My name is Mercuria. The time has come for you to save the two worlds hanging in balance. You must also reawaken your Digimon."
"How? They're dead you know," replied Matt.
"I am about to open a chest with the other crests of the other Digidestined. I understand that there are two more than the other human team. But don't worry, I have two crests for them. Asia, I want you to know that your Digimon, Aquamon is the rarest Digimon around. In fact, she is the only one of her kind."
"What? Me? Aquamon is the only one of her kind?" Asia asked.
Mercuria simply nodded. "Once your crests combine with the crests in that chest," she pointed to a stone prism near the wall. She paused and looked at the humans, then she continued, "They will disappear and enter your body, which will help to release all of your powers. With the unification of the crests, the statues in this room will fill with life, and you will be reunited with your Digimon."
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Mercuria lifted two fingers from her hands and placed them on opposite sides of her head. The silver light around her increased as a chest from the corner of the room suddenly floated down to the ground in front of them. "Now it is time," she said. "Time for the prophecy to come true."
The chest slowly started opening up. Inside there were five porcelain boxes inscribed with each of their names.
Mercuria turned to the Digidestined. "Find the boxes with your names."
The girls were puzzled as the boys grabbed their boxes. "Where are our crests?" questioned Asia.
"Patience dear," replied Mercuria. "Now open them together."
On the count of three, the boys opened them at the same time. Immediately, their tags and crests flew off of their necks and floated above their heads. The crests in the boxes flew out. Brilliant colors swirled together till there were five crests. They stopped in front of their faces and then flew straight into their bodies, covering them with an inhuman glow.
Mercuria sensed something. "Be brave, the pain may seem too much but you five are strong."
They howled as the light pulsated around their bodies. As their yells of pain died down, so did the light till the boys stood with their Digiwarriors' outfits. Their eye and hair color changed.
Joe's eyes were blue-green and a few strands of his dark hair were now blue-green.
Izzy's eyes were now violet and one strand of his hair was now a dark purple.
Tk's eyes were still blue but they had specks of dark green in them and a few strands of his hair were now green.
Matt's eyes were now green and one strandout of his hair was dark green, and gently fell over his face.
Tai's eyes were still amber but now they had specks of orange in them and his hair had one strand of orange in it.
Mercuria walked up to them. "How do you feel?"
"Ummm…does anyone have a mirror?" asked Joe.
"I do," said Mimi.
"Hey I don't look bad," commented Tai.
"My look is definitely for the better, " said Joe.
"Oh brother," Matt added, as he rolled his eyes at them admiring themselves.
Five statues started glowing till the outside layer broke free and Gabumon, Agumon, Gommomon, Tentomon and Patomon stood there. "Joe! Izzy! Tai! Matt! Tk!" they yelled as they jumped into their Digidestined's arms. "My have you guys changed!" commented Patomon. As they talked excitedly, they were cut off by Mercuria.
Mercuria's lips curved into a smile. "Now, everyone follow me to the next room."
They then walked into another room with pictures of all of the crests on the wall. The stone walls were decorated with an array of colorful gems. Five porcelain boxes with the names of the Angelics lay around the word Angelics inscribed in the center of a round stone table in the middle of the room.
"Find your name and stand around the table, in front of your box. Do not open or pick up your box yet," Mercuria commanded.
"Why are these boxes locked?" asked Kari.
"They are locked in order to keep any evil from opening them," she replied.
"Huh? How can they be opened if we don't have a key to put into the lock?" asked a very confused Mimi.
Delia and Sora exchanged confused glances. They turned to Asia, who in turn said, "She means that we have the keys. They simply are in us, we just have to find them, right?"
"Correct Asia," replied a smiling Mercuria. "I commend you on your intellect."
"I was about to say that," mumbled Izzy. Joe then poked him in the ribs saying, "Shhhh…Quiet Izzy. Don't start."
"Do you think they can do it?" asked Gabumon in a whisper.
"Of course they can," whispered Gilamon.
"They might not be able to handle the power," Gommomon replied.
"What?" asked Aquamon, and Gilamon in unison.
"Uh oh trouble," Patomon said.
Agumon spoke up, "He just means that girls are weaker than boys."
"So you're saying that girls aren't as capable and strong as boys?" demanded Aquamon.
Tentomon sensing the tension said, "Can we please stop fighting and take a look at what's happening?"
Mercuria turned serious. "I need everyone but the Angelics to step back. No matter what happens, I want you to stay away from them until the transfer of energy is complete."
She then glowed silver as three statues appeared a short distance from the girls. "Now it is time to begin the process. Due to the amount of energy, these boxes have been sealed and can only open by you girls. Close your eyes and concentrate on opening the box."
They closed their eyes and repeated inside their head repeatedly, *Open, open, open, open…*
A brilliant white light shot from their crests, which hit the word Angelics. Then that word gave off a golden light, which shot at the five boxes, opening them up. The others watched in awe as they saw the crests float out of the boxes and combine with their crests.
Once joined, the three statues started glowing as a silver light washed over the five girls, lifting them up into the air. As the light pulsated around them, the others had to cover their eyes as the light became too intense. It slowly died, revealing five female warriors floating in the air.
Everyone gasped as they saw that their appearances changed:
Sora now had a soft looking red appearance in place of her reddish-brown hair and wore a small golden tiara while Delia's hair was now strawberry blonde and had a small silver tiara. Mimi's hair now had a few strands of light pink and a white lily above her right ear. Kari's brown hair now had a few streaks of blonde hair in it and little baby breathe flowers accented her hair, while Asia's black hair now had streaks of a deep purple in it and white flowers in it.
They all snapped their eyes opened simultaneously. The others gasped as they saw that all of them had blue eyes. They all wore spaghetti strapped dresses reaching their ankles. The top fit them closely as the bottom flowed out gently allowing one slit to reveal a leg. Kari's dress was white, Asia's was a light purple, Mimi's was a light pink, Delia's was a light goldenrod, and Sora's was a light aquamarine color. Their hair was now down loosely.
All of a sudden, the light brightened around them as their combined crests entered their chests, causing them to scream with pain.
To Be Continued
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~*~That's it for now. The entire part 9. I hope you found this to be enchanting. Please Review.