The Legend of Dragoon
The Series











Winter had finally arrived in Tokyo, Japan. That meant cold, cold weather and lots of snow.
Snow softly fell upon the city, all around. The people of the city were now dressed in appropriate clothing for the cold weather, wrapped in jackets and scarves. Even though the skies were pretty gray and dull, it was still a beautiful day considering the cold weather. Just watching the snow fall upon the city and seeing Mt. Fuji in its winter glory was a beautiful sight indeed. The cherry blossoms were now stripped of their beautiful pink flowers but would soon grow again when spring time returned.

Just as the lives of the city people went on, so did the lives of the students at Rikkyo International University. Winter break had pretty much arrived. All of the students, except for those in elementary school grades, had taken their exams for their courses and were now preparing for something new. You see, the university decided to start up an annual winter festival. It would be called: "The Rikkyo International University Winter Festival". What an original name, right?
The students were all around the campus decorating and preparing. At the front entrance, a few students and teachers were putting up the banner that read the event's name. Some were putting up cut-out snowflakes across the halls and others put up white and sky blue streamers on the ceilings. Some other students were setting up booths that sold food and candy and also had many games for people to play and win prizes. It definitely had that winter feel.
As for our heroes and other students, they were all in the auditorium helping set-up a special event that would be held at the festival. It's the talent show, where many of the students are going to perform. Sakura was helping with putting decorations around the large room. Bryant was helping her by holding the ladder for her. And David was up on the stage making sure the lights and microphones were all working properly.
"And...there!" Sakura said as she put up the last snowflake. "Are we done?" Bryant asked. "With the snowflakes anyway," Sakura replied. Bryant sighed, "There's more?" Sakura giggled. A young girl was walking by with a box of the streamers. "Oh! Hey Natasha!" Sakura waved. "Hey, Sakura," the brunette girl replied as she walked towards the ladder. "Do you need some help with those?" Sakura asked. "We sure do. This auditorium is bigger than it looks," Natasha explained. "We can help," Bryant suggested. "Would you? Thanks," Natasha smiled as she handed them the box. "Are you sure you don't need all of these?" Sakura asked her. "Oh, don't worry. There's more where that came from. I'll see you guys around," Natasha told them as she walked off. Bryant handed the box to Sakura who was already on the ladder. "You know, you've changed," Bryant told her. Sakura blushed, "Changed? What do you mean?" "The way you are. You're smiling and you're happy. It makes me happy to see that," Bryant smiled as he held her hand, "I'm glad you're happy." Sakura smiled shyly.
At that moment, the door to the auditorium opened. A young woman covered in snow, shivering, walked in. David noticed who it was. He got off the stage and walked over to her. Sakura and Bryant followed. David could only laugh, "Hi Julie! Ha ha!" "T-This...i-isn't...f-f-funny," Julie shivered. "I guess Floridians aren't use to this cold weather, huh?" Bryant joked. "Do I look like a polar bear to YOU?!!" Julie screamed. A sweat drop fell on each of her friends' heads. Sakura giggled, "Come on, Julie. Let me take you to the heater so you can warm yourself up." Sakura took Julie over to the heat vent nearby. Julie took off her many jackets and her gloves and warmed herself up by the vent. "Ahhh..." she sighed, "This is nice..." "Aren't you glad you got to see snow?" Sakura asked her. "Yeah, I am. It's not bad," Julie smiled, "Promise me we'll go ice skating some time, okay?" Sakura nodded, "Of course."
As they all giggled and had fun, a young girl hid outside the door looking inside. It was Rouge, wrapped in her coat. She looked on at the happy students sadly.


Winter Festival

Rouge's Secret Wish


Rouge had returned to Kenkaku Headquarters and went to her room. Even though she worked for evil, her room reflected none of that. Her room was mostly colored in violet, for example her comforter. She had teddy bears and a mirror covered with photos. It was the room of a young girl. Rouge sat on her bed looking through a photo album. She looked sadly at a photo of her and her family. It was taken a few weeks before she left. She stood in between her mother and father, with her younger sister at her side. It was a wonderful photo of them all and it definitely reflected their relationship with one another. She took out the photo and held gently to her heart. "Momma...Poppa...Mei..." she cried. There was so much pain in her voice. She missed them very much, it showed.
James then walked through her door, "Hey there love." Rouge was startled and surprised and hurried to put her photo album away. "Don't you know to how to knock?!" she yelled as she put the album in her dresser drawer. "Oh, sorry," James apologized, "So, where were you this morning?" "Huh? Oh...uh...I was just going for a walk," Rouge stuttered, hiding her whereabouts. "Without me? How could you?" James joked. Rouge smiled. She trusted James and wanted to ask him a serious question. "J-James?" she asked. "Yeah?" he replied. "Do you...do you think what we're doing...is wrong?" Rouge asked him hesitantly. "What are you saying?" James asked her as he sat next to her. "I mean...we could've just lived the happier life, right?" she explained, "You know, with our friends and family." "Maybe," James answered sadly. He missed his family also. "You know, it's funny. I was always complaining about my life back home and how it was the same thing everyday, but now that I'm away from it, I miss it," James told her. "I know exactly how you feel," Rouge agreed, "And all I can think about is if we release The Abyss that our family's gonna get hurt in the process, or even worse." "No!" James yelled, "That won't happen! I won't let it! I'll make sure our families are safe." Rouge smiled, "Me too." James then wrapped his arm around her, "I know it's hard. But, it'll be worth it, right? We'll be able to create a new world for us and our families." Rouge nodded, "You're right."
Then, Rose came barging into the room. "You don't know how to knock either, do you?" Rouge scolded. "Whatever kid," Rose replied, "The professor wants to see all of us in the laboratory right away. He has a new mission for us." "We'll be right there," James said. "I don't mean later, I mean NOW," Rose ordered. "All right, all right. We're going," Rouge told her. James and Rouge got up from the bed and followed Rose.

Back at the auditorium, Julie and Sakura stood next to the heater. Julie really wasn't use to this cold of weather. David and Bryant came by and brought the girls a cup of hot chocolate. "Oh, thanks you guys," Sakura told them. "This festival is gonna be awesome. I just know it," David stated. "Yeah, and hopefully the talent show will be too," Bryant added. Sakura gazed at the banner at the top of the stage that read "Talent Show". She wanted to participate but was too shy. Julie noticed the shine in her eyes, "Why don't you enter Sakura?" "W-What? Me?!" Sakura gasped. "Yes, you!" Julie replied, "You could do it." "I don't have any special talent," Sakura said. "What?" Julie asked. She grabbed Sakura by the arm and pulled off to the side, "What do you mean? I've heard you sing before in the shower and in the bedroom when you think no ones around. Okay, sure, it's in Japanese but you have a beautiful voice." Sakura blushed, "Oh..." "I know you can do it," Julie encouraged, "You just have to believe it too. I know it would not only make me proud, but it would make both Professor Drake and Bryant proud too." Sakura thought about it for a moment and then looked up to the stage. "I think you should do it," Bryant popped in. "Bryant..." Sakura smiled, "Okay. I'll do it." "All right!" Julie shouted, "This'll be great!" Sakura could only smile. But, inside, she was very nervous and unsure.

Rouge and James followed their orders and followed Rose to the laboratory. They walked through practically a maze of dark hallways until they reached a single gray door. Written on this door was a word in Japanese. 'Kenkaku' to be exact, or 'Revolution'. There was a square window on the door that was completely black. This door led to the laboratory. Rose opened the door to only see darkness. All of three of them walked through the door as Rose closed it from behind. They were soon on top of a set of stairs that led downward. From a far, Professor Bach and his dimly lighted laboratory could be seen down below.
Rose, again leading the way, walked down the stairs and over to their leader. All three of the Dragoons stood in a straight line in front of him. "We're here professor," Rose announced. Bach turned around from his lab table, "Ah, yes. I wanted to see you all." The Dragoons listened attentively like soldiers. "I have a plan in gaining many spirits," Bach began, "You see, at the Rikkyo International University they are holding a winter festival. There will be games, and food, and fun, and most importantly, many people." "I see what you're getting at," Rose smirked. "I want two of you to go down there tomorrow afternoon to hunt," Bach ordered. "I shall go," Rose volunteered, "I would love to have my revenge on that child of light." Bach smiled, "I'm sorry Rose. You can't go. Rouge and James will be going." "What?!" Rose gasped. James and Rouge smiled in delight. They loved seeing Rose in agony. "I'm sorry, my dear. But, we need you and your spirit upstairs. We need to keep searching for the location of the Non-Elemental Dragoon Spirit, you know that. Because of Rouge's last hunt, we've grown even closer to our goal," Bach explained to her. "I understand," Rose agreed. "Now, be off and get your rest. Tomorrow will be along day for you two," Bach told them. Rouge and James nodded in agreement. "Meeting adjourned," Bach finished. The Dragoons turned around and began to leave. "Don't screw this one up," Rose mumbled as she went on ahead. Rouge was smiling as she walked. She would get to experience the festival. She was happy.

Professor Drake was having a cup of coffee inside the bridge of The Dragony. He looked out into the gray and clouded sky as snow fell upon the city below. The door then opened from behind him. He turned around in his chair to see Sakura walk in. "Oh, hello Sakura," he greeted her. "Hi P.D.," Sakura replied as she walked over to him to give him a hug. "I'm glad you visited me," Drake told her as they broke their hug, "What brings you here? Nothing bad, I hope." "No, no. Nothing like that. I came to invite you somewhere," Sakura answered. "Somewhere? Where would that somewhere be?" he asked. Sakura handed him a flyer of the winter festival. "A winter festival?" Drake asked her, "I really don't have that much time to be having fun and games Sakura. I do wish I could go." "Well, actually, I was inviting you to go to the talent show tomorrow night," Sakura told him. "A talent show?" Drake asked again, "Why?" "Well...because...I'm going to be singing in it," Sakura replied shyly. Drake's face lit up, "Oh, how wonderful Sakura!" He leaped from his chair and gave her a big hug, "Of course I'll go. I'd never miss it for the world!" Sakura smiled, "I'm glad. I'll see you at seven tomorrow then." "Most definitely," Drake reassured her. "Good. I'll see ya!" she shouted as she ran out. "Please enjoy your young life as much as you can Sakura. The time when you will be judged is drawing nearer," Drake thought to himself.

And so, the very next afternoon, the Rikkyo International University Winter Festival began.
They had a great turnout. Many people, including some of the student's families were all around the school campus. The people were of all ages from babies to the elderly. There were many different kinds and types of games from many different countries. People lined up to play the fun games. Of course, some won prizes and others didn't. They also had many food stands which offered different kinds of international cuisine. From France to Mexico to, of course, Japan. Everyone was smiling, laughing, and having a great time. It was a great day.
Soon, our heroes arrived; all of them in their coats, hats, and gloves. Bryant had his arm around Sakura, embracing her. David was doing the same with his date, Yui. "Wow! Look at all the people!" Julie shouted happily. "Yeah, great. That means...more people who are gonna watch me perform," Sakura said nervously. "Oh, don't worry!" David told her, "You'll do fine no matter how many people are in there. Just remember that we're in that mass crowd of people." "I agree," Yui said. "Exactly. Just focus on us," Bryant added. Sakura nodded, "You're right." "Hey, wait a minute! Is that..." Julie pointed, "Professor Drake?!" Drake heard Julie's gasp and walked over to them. "Why hello everyone," Drake greeted. He was swamped with stuffed animals and prizes that he had won in the games. "How long have you been here?" David asked. "Oh, not long at all," he replied. "I thought you said you didn't have time to have fun and play games," Sakura told him. "Oh...uh...well," he stuttered, "Oh, all right! So I lied!" They all giggled. Drake gasped when he saw one of the booths, "Is that Greek food I see?!! Got to go! See you later tonight!" He sped off in the food's direction. "I'm glad he's having fun," Bryant smiled, "But, now it's our turn." "Yeah," the others agreed. They all walked off into the festival, ready for some fun.
Right when they left, two people walked in. It was none other than Rouge and James. "Wow! This is wonderful," Rouge sighed happily. She was delighted to see so many happy people and fun at every corner. "Now, remember Rouge. We're here for one specific purpose. And that's not to have fun," James told her. "Yeah, I know," Rouge replied unhappily. "Now, we'll split up and see what people we can take out," James stated. He walked off into the festival. Rouge began to walk in the opposite direction, "This is gonna be great!"

Sakura and Bryant, both hand in hand, arrived at a game booth in which you had to throw a ring on one of the bottles. "Oh! We have to play this one!" Sakura exclaimed. "All right." Bryant agreed, "I'll win you a stuffed animal." Bryant paid the student working at the booth and took a ring. He paused, then aimed. After a few short seconds, he threw the ring and missed. He sighed in disbelief, "No way..." "Let me try," Sakura said. "What? If I can't make it, you sure can't either," Bryant told her. "Oh yeah?" Sakura asked him. She paid the student and took a ring. She aimed it and tossed it quickly. She quickly used her psychic power to help the ring fall right on top of the bottle. "We have a winner!" the student shouted. Bryant's mouth dropped. The student handed Sakura a stuffed horse. "Ha ha! What were you saying?" Sakura smirked. "You little cheater! I saw what you did!" Bryant yelled as they walked off. "What do you mean?" Sakura asked, trying to see oblivious to his accusation. "You can't fool me!" Bryant told her. "I'm not trying to fool anyone," Sakura replied nonchalantly. They both then stopped their quarreling and laughed. Sakura then laid her head on Bryant's shoulder. Bryant smiled. They both continued to walk through the festival when Bryant stopped. He looked to his side to see some familiar playing at one of the game booths. It was Rouge. She was smiling innocently and having a good time. She soon also noticed Bryant. She was surprised as Bryant saw her eyes widen. She immediately ran off. "Bryant? What's wrong?" Sakura asked. "Uh...I'll be right back," he told her. "Why? Where are you going?" Sakura asked again. "I have to...go to the restroom," he answered. "Oh, okay. I'll be with Julie, David, and Yui then," Sakura replied. "Okay," Bryant said, not really paying any attention to what she was saying. He quickly ran off into the crowd. "He must've really had to go," Sakura said.

Bryant ran and ran throughout the campus, following Rouge. Eventually they both ended up in the spot outside the school where James and Rouge attacked Sakura that time ago. Rouge decided to stop running. "Rouge! What are you doing here?!" Bryant demanded to know as he stood in a fighting stance. "I...I didn't come here to fight you," Rouge told him. "What? Then what did you...!" Bryant began to say when he remembered Rouge's happy face when he first saw her at the game booth. He realized what she really was here for. She just came to have fun. "Oh..." he said, "I didn't know." "Just because I'm your enemy doesn't mean I can't have fun," Rouge stated, "I'm human too!" "I-I know," Bryant replied, "I didn't mean that." They were both silent for a moment. "A-Are you having fun?" Bryant asked her nervously. Rouge smiled, "I am. I really am." Bryant smiled back. They were soon comfortable with one another. "You know, I know you're not really a bad person," Bryant said. "Thank you," Rouge replied, "I'm glad you think that...because I'm not. I'm just someone on the other side." "Yeah..." Bryant sighed, "Me too." Rouge turned around to look at him, "So...what did our class do for the festival?" "We helped set-up the auditorium for the talent show," Bryant answered. "Oh! That's great!" Rouge smiled. "Yeah, and Sakura's going to be in it," Bryant told her. "She is? I'm happy for her," Rouge replied. They were both acting like they had been friends for a long time. They were being nice to one another, even though they were enemies. "I hope you can come by and see her," Bryant said. "Yeah...me too," Rouge sighed sadly. "What do you mean? Of course...wait a minute!" Bryant shouted, "You're not here to have fun are you?! You're here to hunt for spirits!!" "No! That's not true!" Rouge yelled, "Well...it's what I was ordered to do, but I...I don't want to! I just wanted to come to the festival, that's all! James is the one...!" "James is here?!" Bryant asked. "That's right," a male voice said as he approached from behind Bryant. Bryant turned around as James punched him in the lip. Bryant was knocked to the ground. Rouge gasped. "Rouge! What are you doing?!" James asked as he grabbed her by her arm, "How can you be conversing with the enemy?!" "I-I...I just wanted...!" Rouge began to explain. "Never mind!" James interrupted, "Transform yourself. It's time to battle." "R-Rouge..." Bryant said as he got up to his feet, "Don't! I know you don't want to!" Rouge looked away from him, "I have no choice. I'm on the other side, remember?" "Rouge, no!" Bryant yelled.


Violet Thunder Dragoon Power!

Golden-Eye Dragoon Power!


"Rouge, don't!" Bryant pleaded. Rouge didn't say anything else. she remained silent. "Once we destroy you, we'll go after the people in the festival and take all of their spirits away. And then, we should have another spirit energy to break the seal off of the Non-Elemental Dragoon Spirit," James said. "Rouge!!" Bryant shouted once again. "Transform yourself," she told him. "What?" Bryant asked. "I will only give you this chance to transform and defend yourself," Rouge continued, "Do it now or suffer the consequences." "Rouge, don't do this!!!" Bryant yelled. "Very well then," Rouge said as she raised one arm into the air, "Atomic...!!" "Stop it!" Sakura yelled as she and the other Dragoons ran over to Bryant. Sakura held Bryant as the other stood in front of them, ready to fight. "Ah, now this is much more interesting," James smirked. "I guess I have no choice," Bryant thought as he walked over to the front of his team, "Dragoons, transform!" The others nodded.


Sea Wave Dragoon Power!

Jade Dragoon Power!

Red-Eye Dragoon Power!

White Silver Dragoon Power!


"Thunder Child!!" Rouge shouted her second spell as she raised her arms into the air. The purple lightning bolts shot downward onto her fists and feet. She stood in a fighting stance. "Be careful you guys," Julie warned her friends, "That's one powerful spell. Her fighting ability and quickness increases with that spell." Julie was speaking from personal experience. David activated his computer as the dragon eye came down on his left eye and the green keyboard appeared in front of him. He analyzed Rouge's vitals. "She's right. All of her stats have been increased. We'd better watch out," David added. He put the computer away soon after. "Enough with the chatter," James said as he raised his large fist into the air, "Grand Stream!!" He bashed his fist into the cement below him as a wave of golden energy fired outward from it. "Watch out!" Bryant shouted. The four Dragoons leaped swiftly away from the attack. "Okay guys! We need to take them both on!" David suggested. "He's right! We'll split up and take them both out!" Sakura added, "Julie, you're with me!" "Right!" Julie nodded in agreement. "All right then," Bryant agreed, "Let's go David!" The two teams split up and headed for their opponent. It was going to be an all girl and all boy fight.
Rouge came at Julie with her newfound speed. Her attacks and movements were as quick as lightning bolts. Julie swayed her head and moved her body from side to side as Rouge's punches and kicks passed right by her. Sakura was in the air, waiting for her opportunity. Julie eventually held her ground and grabbed both of Rouge's arms. It was then changed into a power struggle. Both of them tried their best and struggled to gain the advantage. They both slowly moved back and forth. Rouge was smart. She used her swiftness and used a counterattack. She leaped up and used both her legs to kick Julie in the chest as she flipped backwards out of Julie's grasp. Julie flew backwards hitting a nearby building wall. Her body created an indentation in it. "Julie!" Sakura cried. Sakura held her arm into the air as a bright white light appeared creating her bow. Sakura aimed at Rouge and fired. The one single arrow then split into approximately ten. Rouge, again with her quickness, dodged each arrow as it hit the ground behind her using superb somersaults. "Urgh," Sakura grunted in frustration, as she then raised one arm into the air, "Moon Light!" She fired the beam of moon and star light at Rouge. Rouge then decided to leap into the air, dodging the spell. Before Sakura knew it, Rouge was above her. She looked up and gasped. Rouge raised both of her arms into the air as she created a pulse of purple lightning energy. "Atomic Thunder!" she shouted as she threw it at Sakura. Sakura tried to use her 'Star Children' spell but the attack was just too quick for her. The pulse of lightning hit Sakura with force. "Agghh!!" she screamed as she hit the pavement hard.
As the girls fought, so did the male members of their team. They decided to go with the physical approach. All three of the Dragoons on the ground, David and Bryant tried to use martial arts type moves to attack James. First, David would attack with a kick, but James would only block it with his large arms. Next, Bryant would try to use a combination of kicks, but again, James would only block them. He had the highest defense power than any of the Dragoons, and highest strength. After a few times of going around trying pretty much the same strategy, only using different moves, James decided it was his turn. Using his fists, he punched both of his enemies in the chest. They were both pushed away from him. James took this opportunity to attack. James raised his arms into the air as large boulders brake off from the ground. Elemental energy emits from each of the boulders. "Meteor Strike!" James yells as the powered boulders shoot down at Bryant and David like meteors flying from space. Both, Bryant and David dodge one of the boulders but then find themselves about to get hit by one. They decide to try and counterattack. David points his arm towards the boulder as wind and razor sharp leaves swirl around him, "Blossom Storm!!!" In that split second, he uses his attack on the boulder. The tornado of razor leaves surround the boulder, but do no damage. The boulder kept on coming. "Aahhh!!!!" David screamed as he was hit by the boulder. Bryant tried the same thing. He point his arm at the boulder as fire swirled around his body, "Flame Shot!!" He fired the wave of fire at the boulder, hoping to destroy. Again, it was to no avail. The boulder hit him without warning. Bryant was also knocked down.
"It looks like we're done here," James smirked. Rouge walked over to him, "I...I guess so..." "You did great out there," James complimented her, "I'm proud of the way you battled today. But, what were you doing talking to him?! Huh?!" "I-I'm sorry," Rouge apologized. "We'll talk about it later," James told her, "Right now, we need to go gather some spirits." Rouge nodded sadly. James and Rouge began to walk away when Bryant called out to Rouge, "Rouge!!" Rouge stopped and turned around. Bryant's friends looked at him in wonder. Bryant looked at Rouge with utmost sincerity. It not only reflected in his eyes, but in his voice. "I know you don't want to do this!" he yelled as he got up to his knees, "I know you're not a bad person!" Rouge gasped. She remembered when he said that to her earlier. She wasn't sure if he meant it the first time. But, she realized he really did the second time. "Come on Rouge. Let's go," James told her. Rouge didn't move. "Rouge, I know you don't want to hurt anyone! You told me that you came here to have fun today! But, if that's true, how can you go out there and ruin somebody else's fun?!" Bryant yelled, "How can you go out there and end a life?!" Rouge's eyes began to tear. Bryant was reaching out to her. She felt special. She looked downward ashamedly. "Please, don't do this!" he finished. "Rouge!!" James shouted, "Let's go!!!" "He's right..." she sighed, "He's right. I didn't come here to hurt anyone. I just wanted to come to the festival and have fun...like you guys were." Rouge began to cry. "I saw you guys in the auditorium yesterday and all I could wish for since that moment was to have fun like you guys were. You were all smiling and were so carefree. That's my wish, my secret wish. To have what you all have now." Bryant pained for Rouge. He wanted to help her. He could only stare at her with concern. James did the same. He had never seen Rouge like that before. "I know you want me to switch sides, Bryant. But...but...it's too late for me!!!!" Rouge sobbed as she spread out her wings and flew out into the sky. "Rouge!!!" Bryant shouted. "Rouge, come back!!" James called out to her. He turned to the other Dragoons. "You'll pay for this. You'll pay for hurting her," he told them as he flew out into the sky to follow her. "Rouge...I'm sorry..." Bryant thought to himself.

The winter night arrived and that meant the talent show was about to begin. The auditorium was packed with people. Professor Drake, David, Yui, and Bryant sat in the crowd. "So, Kenkaku was trying to attack the festival..." Drake whispered. David nodded. "Not all of them anyway," Bryant stated sadly. "You tried your best Bryant. But, you did more than you think. You made an impact. You're words almost changed her mind," David told him, "You've affected her life. There's still hope for her." "Yeah," Bryant agreed, "You're right." "What exactly are you guys talking about?" Yui asked. "Oh, nothing," David told her, "Just guy stuff." "Yeah, sure," Yui replied. David gave her a quick kiss, "Now, are you satisfied?" "Very," Yui smiled. David smiled back. Julie then came sliding through the row to their seats. "Hey," she said. "Is she ready?" Drake asked. "She's a little nervous, but I think she'll be fine. And, by the way, she looks beautiful," Julie explained to them. "Just thinking about it makes me nervous," Bryant said. "She'll do fine," David added.
The principal of the university walked up to the stage as everyone applauded. "Thank you," he said, "I would first like to say how wonderful it is to have you all here tonight. Today, we have a great lineup of talent for you all. I know you will enjoy. Beginning tonight's event is Sakura Hikarino. She will be singing a beautiful Japanese song called, 'Wakatte Itahazu'. And now, ladies and gentlemen...Ms. Sakura Hikarino." Everyone in the crowd began to applaud as did her friends even more so. The lights dimmed as a young woman walked out onto the dark stage. A microphone was already set up. The spot light turned on and shined down on her. All of Sakura's friends smiled when they saw her. Sakura was dressed in a long beautiful light blue gown that shimmered. It was very slim and fitted her figure perfectly. Her hair was up in a nice style and she put a cherry blossom flower in the side of her hair. Bryant was amazed with what he saw. She was even more beautiful than he's ever seen her. As for Professor Drake, he was teary-eyed as some fathers would be, watching their child as a beautiful young woman. The music started
(Okay, I would put the lyrics up for the song but it's just that I have to have dialogue and story going as she's singing. So, if you guys wanna hear the song, the song is from an anime series called Fushigi Yuugi and again the name of the song is called Wakatte Itahazu. If you look in the right places, you should be able to find it.)
When it was time, Sakura began to sing the song. Everyone in the crowd quieted, watched, and listened. The song was a slow, and mellow song. Sakura's voice was like an angel's would be. She sang into the microphone with the utmost calmness. She was feeling perfect at that one moment. Julie smiled profusely. She was so proud of her. She was so proud of where Sakura's gotten in her life. She was glad to be apart of it. David and Yui held hands and watch attentively. David was also happy for Sakura. Sakura had always been the most understanding. He was happy he was able to be apart of her growth. Bryant's heart was beating so fast. He could tell the song she was singing was directed towards him mostly. As she sang, she gave him a quick wink as she smiled. Bryant's feelings were all meshed into one. It was indescribable. He was just so happy to see the woman he loved up on that stage. Finally, Professor Drake was actually crying. A tear fell from his eyes. He had never seen Sakura like he did at that moment. He was pleased with the young woman he had raised. Even though he knew there would be problems ahead, this moment meant everything to him. Sakura noticed his crying and also began to cry. She loved and cared for him so much. She was happy to know that she was making him proud. And finally, her singing came to an end. She ended the song as the last part of the music began to play. Once the music faded and stopped, the crowd leaped to their feet and applauded her with so much heart. Sakura curtsied and bowed to the crowd. She wiped the tears from her face and smiled. This was one of her most precious moments. She was so glad she could experience it. Her friends then left their seats and went over to the stage. The crowd was still at their feet applauding. Sakura came down from the stage ran over to them. First she hugged Julie, who helped her so much to reach this moment. She then hugged David, who always was so good to her and gave her so much advice. Bryant was of course next. Both their lips met as they kissed for a while. She knew she loved Bryant. Just knowing he was there meant the most to her. And then, it was Drake's turn. Sakura and Drake stared at each other for a moment. Sakura began to cry and then leaped into his arms. Drake joined in and held her tight. Sakura's friends smiled happily at the sight.
Bryant looked out into the crowd and saw Rouge at the very back. He wanted to go to her, but stayed. He smiled at her as she smiled back at him. He was so glad to see that she came. Rouge felt the same way. She then opened the door and walked out. "It's not too late for you Rouge...I know it..." Bryant thought.

Later that night, the team returned to their dorm room. They were all cheerful and happy. It was a wonderful day, despite what had happened earlier. "You were great Sakura!" Julie exclaimed, "It was the best thing I have ever seen!" Sakura giggled, "Thanks." "We're all very proud of you," Drake told her. "You should be proud of yourself too," Yui added. "Thank you all. You guys mean everything to me," Sakura told them. Everyone smiled. "Well, I'm gonna go downstairs and get some food so we can celebrate!" Julie shouted, "Whoo-hoo!" "And, let me get Yui safe to her taxi and I'll be right back up," David said. He wrapped his arm around Yui and followed Julie outside. The room was very silent for a moment. Drake noticed it was because of him, "Oh, well. I'll just leave you two alone." "No, it's okay. We'll just go outside," Sakura told him. Bryant and Sakura put their coats back on and headed outside.
The fledgling cherry blossom, even though it was so young, was already growing flowers. And, even in the cold weather, was flourishing. Is this a metaphor in disguise? Sakura and Bryant stood outside on the balcony underneath the stars holding one another. "This is the best night of my life," Bryant told her. Sakura's eyes watered. She had never been so happy. "Me too..." she whispered. Bryant then started think about Rouge. Sakura noticed, "I'm sorry...you know, that you couldn't help her. What you did was a very noble thing today." "It's all right," he replied, "I think I did help her in the long run. I hope so anyway. But, let's not worry about that now. Let's cherish this moment for as long as we can." Sakura nodded, "You're right..." They both turned to each other and leaned in for a kiss. Right when their lips were about to meet, Sakura began to have pain in her head. It seems she was picking up something. "Sakura?!" Bryant gasped as he held her. "Someone's here..." she said softly. "Who? Rose?!" Bryant asked her. She shook her head, "No...someone else..." "So, I finally get to meet you all in person," a deep male voice said. Bryant and Sakura looked up to see the man. It was the angelic figure that had stood upon the Tokyo Tower peak that time ago. "W-Who are you?!" Sakura asked. "I am your judge, of course," the male angel said, "But, I guess Professor Drake never told you that." "What?" Sakura gasped, "How do you know P.D.?!" "That's not important right now," he replied, "Right now, you need to come with me." "She's not going anywhere with you!" Bryant yelled. "Tch, pest," the angel said as he pointed his hand at Bryant. Using his power, the angel blew Bryant right through the balcony's screen door. Drake, who was sitting on the sofa nearby, ran to Bryant's aid. "Bryant!!" he shouted. Bryant was unconscious. As Drake held Bryant he looked outside to see the angel floating in the sky. "Kai!!" he shouted. He then saw Sakura standing on the balcony, "Sakura, get out of there!" "Must I attack you too?" Kai asked nonchalantly, like this was some kind of bother. He pointed his hand and Drake this time. "No!" Sakura yelled as she leaped in front of the broken doorway. Using her power, she created an invisible barrier around her. She stopped Kai's attack. "Hmm, you really are the chosen one," Kai said, "But, it's inevitable. You were created for this very moment." "What?!" Sakura asked. "Now come," Kai ordered. Sakura was then surrounded in a white bubble. She banged on it to try and break free but couldn't. Drake set Bryant down carefully and ran to Sakura. He began to bang on the bubble and call out to Sakura, but couldn't help her. "P.D.!! Help me!! What's going on?!" she cried. "This can't be! It can't happen so soon!!!" Drake cried. The bubble then began to float up into the sky and next to Kai. "You knew this would happen old man," Kai told him, "Don't act so surprised." Drake didn't reply. "What? P.D., what's he saying?!" Sakura sobbed. Drake turned around, "Take her." "That's what I thought," Kai said. "What?! No!!" Sakura screamed, "P.D.!!! Bryant!!!!" In the blink of an eye, Kai and Sakura shot out like shooting stars into the sky.
Moments later, David and Julie were back with some food. They were both laughing and smiling when they came, completely unaware of what just happened. But then, as Julie saw the mess, she dropped the food in shock. "Oh my god..." she gasped. David and Julie ran over towards the living room in panic. They found Bryant unconscious on the floor and the balcony door broken. "Bryant!!!" David shouted as he kneeled down to him, "Bryant!! What happened here?!" Julie then noticed Drake looking out into the sky on the balcony. She ran over to him. "Professor!" she cried, "What happened?! Where's Sakura?!!" "Where we can't save her," Drake replied sadly. "W-What?" Julie gasped.

What had just transpired? That angel that Drake had talked to earlier had just taken Sakura away to who knows where. What's going to happen? What does this all mean?



To be continued...