Well that last chapter was rather...long, wasn't it? Do you see what happens when you're drugged up on Dimetapp? Ah well, at least it ended. The prophecy continues along with the story, and new surprises await.
Disclaimer: For ownership of Digimon, I challenge Toei to a race around the world! *Jumps in a hot air balloon, and laughs maniacally.* Ha ha ha ha ha ha!
Well now that the flu and some of my dementia are out of my system, I can continue. When we last left the story, a prophecy was given to the Digidestined, and quite a bit of it has already come true. Devimon has attacked the children, but TK and Patamon have saved them by fusing together. They have driven off the devil, for now. Davis has also learned about TK's true feelings for Kari. As Kari goes through her personal revelations, what will be the reaction of TK and Davis? Also, when Devimon strikes next, how will the Digidestined fight against him knowing that their digimon are useless, and Seraphimon is no more? The story is waiting to be read...
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It was Friday evening, which meant that Kari and Davis were on their second date. This time, Davis had taken her to a local fun fair, but judging by the look on Kari, it did not seem like she was having much fun.
"What's the matter, Kari?" Davis asked. "Is there something on your mind you would like to talk about?" Kari snapped out of her trance.
"What? Oh, I'm sorry Davis." She apologized. "I just have something on my mind." Davis sighed and shook his head, as the girl repeated him.
"Care to go share your thoughts?" He requested. "You seem to have enough for yourself, alone."
"I don't exactly know what is bothering me right now, Davis." Kari replied. "However, don't chalk that up to me not having a good time, because I am. You were always so kind to me. Just like..." Kari scratched her head. "...I can't place a name."
"Like TK?" Davis sighed. "I think you meant TK."
"Exactly." Kari responded. "I don't know why I've been so absent minded these past few days. It's as if there was a heavy fog in my mind."
"When did you start feeling clouded?" He questioned.
"I'd say around the same time Devimon showed up." Kari replied. Davis started looking serious.
"Tell me, Kari, what do you think of me?" The boy asked.
"Well, Davis, you're charming, optimistic, funny, sweet, and are just an all-around great guy." Kari listed. Davis smiled. "In fact, you're just like TK." Kari regretted saying that last bit, and was not exactly sure why she did. Davis stopped smiling.
"Actually Kari, what I meant to ask is: how do you feel about me?" Asked Davis. The girl lowered her head and thought. "Well, Kari, it's no secret how I feel about you. I love you, Hikari Kamiya. I've never been so certain in my life about anything, but I know that my love for you is true." The girl was taken aback.
"Davis...I...don't know what to say." Kari replied with a shocked tone.
"Say how you feel." Davis stated.
"How I feel?" Kari said. Davis nodded. "That question came up very suddenly. I...don't really know, Davis. I really like you, but...I just don't know." The girl hung her head in shame as she let the tears out. "I'm sorry, Davis, I have to go home." With that, the girl ran to the exit, and ran out of sight. Davis just stood there.
"What have I done?" He asked himself. Out of sheer coincidence, Sora was at the fair and happened to be in earshot of the pair. She tried to process the thought of Kari on a date with Davis. (A/N: aren't we all!)
When Kari got home, she rushed to her bedroom so that way she would not have to confront Tai. She carefully laid herself on her bed so she would not disturb the sleeping Salamon, who was far too weak to do much of anything from her prior ordeal. She stared up at the ceiling as she thought about what she just did.
"Why did I just do that to Davis?" She asked herself. "I really do like him a lot, but do I love him? This is too confusing! Why would I have second thoughts about Davis, after all he's done for me? I really need help. I guess I'll have to talk to Sora about this. Perhaps she can shed some light on these issues."
The following morning, Kari picked up the phone and dialled Sora's number. It rang twice before she heard the other end pick up. Sora's mother answered the phone.
"Hello, Takenouchi Flowers, how may I help you?" The woman greeted.
"Hello, Mrs. Takenouchi, it's Kari." Kari responded.
"Oh, hello Kari!" The woman said cheerfully. "Would you like to speak to Sora?"
"Yes I would, thanks." Kari said.
"One moment then, let me fetch her." Sora's mother stated. Kari listened to the muffled sound of talking as Sora picked up the phone.
"Hey, Kari!" Sora greeted. "You saved me the trouble of calling you. I saw you last evening at the fair, and heard everything. I didn't mean to eavesdrop of course, I just happened to be there at the time. You seemed rather upset."
"Yeah, that's what I wanted to talk to you about." Kari replied.
"Well you can come over any time today, if you wish." Sora said.
"Thanks Sora, I'll see you soon, bye." Said Kari.
"Talk to you later." Ended Sora. Kari hung up the phone and proceeded to get ready after having her breakfast.
At the Motimiya residence, Davis was wide awake in his bed. Usually he would be fast asleep still since it was a Saturday morning, but his thoughts (combined with DemiVeemon's loud snoring) disallowed him any peace. He reflected on his date.
"I think I came on pretty strong last night." He uttered. "I just hope that I haven't ruined what me and Kari have by being so stupid. I don't know what would happen if she didn't feel the same way. I don't want to end up being hurt like TK." The boy thought about what she said. "She said I reminded her of TK. That's probably who she meant those other times, too. Does this mean she likes TK more? It can't be, we've already went on a couple of dates, plus we kissed when we were in the Digital World. I am just so confused." Davis thoughts were interrupted by the sound of his father.
"Davis, wake up!" Mr. Motimiya yelled through his door. "I need you to help me carry some file cabinets from work today, so I can organize my desk at home." Davis let out an annoyed sigh. He didn't feel like doing menial labour at the moment, but he complied.
"Alright!" Davis yelled back. "Just give me a second to get ready."
Elsewhere, on the top of Heightonview Terrace, a black figure gave a thorough panoramic scan of Odaiba.
"That blasted BlackWarGreymon had my work cut out for me by sealing this gate. Thankfully there were several other ways to enter this world." The voice said quietly. "This world is filled with so much life. I shall enjoy causing darkness and destruction upon these people!" The figure let out a maniacal laugh.
Meanwhile, at Sora's apartment, Kari was greeted at the door by Mimi.
"Mimi, you seem to pop up everywhere! What are you doing here?" Kari asked, surprised.
"Well my family's here on a short trip for the weekend, so I stopped by Sora's apartment." Mimi continued. "I was going to surprise everyone tonight, but I guess you get to learn about it early. Now if you want to talk to Sora, she's in the living room. If you'll excuse me, I'm going shopping!" Kari shook her head at the fact that some things never changed. Mimi left in a rush, as Kari took off her shoes. As she came in the living room, she was greeted by Sora.
"You look very tired, Kari." Sora stated.
"I haven't gotten much sleep." Kari responded. "I had a lot of questions on my mind that I think you can answer."
"Why me?" Sora asked.
"Well my questions are based on love and emotions." Kari answered.
"I see." Sora realized. "So what has been troubling you?"
"Well recently, I have started going out with Davis." Kari began. "We've only been on two dates so far...but I think it would be best if I started from the beginning. When we were first being chased by Devimon, TK proposed that we split up. I was really scared at the time, because Gatomon was badly bruised from giving us time to escape. Patamon was in no better condition since he helped."
"Did TK go with you?" Sora asked. Kari shook her head.
"No, TK proposed that Davis and Ken go with me." Kari stated.
"I see." Sora replied. She clued into what TK was doing. She knew that TK would never break the promise that he made to her all those years ago, intentionally. "How badly injured were Wormmon and Veemon?"
"They were somewhat bruised, but I think they had enough energy to defend us for a while." Kari told. "As I was saying, after we split up and my group got to the gate, we started looking around to see if the others had arrived. Ken proposed that Davis stick with me. I was very scared at the time, but Davis was there to comfort me. He was very sweet. I don't know why, but I kissed him shortly afterwards. When we went back home, I found myself spending a lot of time with Davis. In fact, I forgot about plans I had with TK when I made a date with Davis. I felt guilty for neglecting TK, but he said no apology was necessary. He then asked me what I thought about Davis, and I told him that I thought I was falling for him. During the rest of the day, though, TK started acting really distant. Then when we all went to the Digital World the other day, I went along with Davis. We were not paying attention to what we were doing, and we got attacked, and...well you know what happened next. TK came and saved us all. When me and Davis went on our second date last night, something felt a little off. I felt different from when we first went out. It felt really weird. So Sora, why do you think I did what I did to Davis last night." Sora took all of this information into her head, and thought out the best possible response.
"I know that you're not sure how you feel about Davis, but tell me, how do you feel about TK?" Asked Sora.
"TK?" Kari questioned. "Why would you ask me how I feel about him?" Sora just stared at her silently. Kari took a hint and continued. "All right! Five years ago, I had the biggest crush on him. You remember what I told you about the Dark Ocean incident?" Sora nodded. "Well TK said he cared for me, and that made me feel so happy inside, but nothing further happened and I concluded that TK meant it only in a platonic sense. Why would he be in love with me? What proof do I have of such a love?"
"I'm sorry Kari." Sora whispered.
"For what, Sora?" Kari asked.
"For this!" Sora rapidly replied, as she quickly raised her hand and slapped Kari hard across the cheek. Kari quickly put her hand up to her face and massaged the red area. She looked back at Sora in shock.
"What did you do that for?!" Kari demanded.
"Kari, it hurt for me to do that to you. You're like a little sister to me, but you needed a serious awakening!" Sora snapped. Kari looked at her with a confused expression. "How could you not think that TK loves you?! That boy would easily give up his life for you! If it wasn't for him, you would not even be here today! Do you not remember when we were facing Piedmon, when TK refused to let you go, even if it meant that he would die?! I don't know if you know this, but I made him promise to look after you. He was willing to oblige, and he took that promise very seriously. Do you not remember when you were stuck in the Dark Ocean how TK came and rescued you?! I was told how guilty he felt, because he thought he should have been there for you more, because he still was trying to fulfill his promise to me. Then, according to your story, he comes and saves you from the darkness. Lately, he's only seen you and Davis together, and you ask why he's been distant?! I'm sure he was going through so much torment. Then, despite you neglecting him, he forgives you anyway! Finally, TK was the one who contacted the rest of us in the Digital World when you two were in danger. I asked him how he knew afterwards, and he told me that somehow he sensed you were in danger. Tell me, Hikari Kamiya, if this is not proof enough!" Kari was absolutely speechless. She let the older girl's verbal barrage sink in.
"I knew about the promise he made you, but I never thought he would have took it seriously enough to keep it up to this day." Kari began quietly. "Yet, he's saved my life countless times. No wonder he's the only one I call for whenever I'm in danger. Like the time in the Dark Ocean. TK was the one I called for the most, and just when I thought no one would come, he comes out of nowhere on a flying horse - like some heroic champion come to rescue his princess. Who would have known he took it so hard when I disappeared. He really did care for me more than I though he did. Now lately, I caused him nothing but anguish by draping myself over Davis and...dear God! I told TK that I was falling for Davis! Oh that must have hurt him so badly. Then he acts like a perfect gentleman and forgives me while hiding his pain so I wouldn't feel bad. Finally he comes and saves me again when I was sure that I was going to die, by fusing with Patamon, thus changing his life forever, and yet I still never fully thanked him and I still went out again with Davis. What have I done, Sora?! How could I have been so blind? I caused him so much pain, but he still loves me."
"Well in all fairness, I guess, you were scared and vulnerable when you guys were being chased by Devimon." Sora replied. "I'm sure you were very impressionable at the time, and were desperate for comfort."
"However it wasn't fair to Davis." Kari said. "I used him, and exploited his feelings. How could I have been so selfish?" Kari burst into tears. Sora leaned over and let the girl cry on her shoulder.
"It's all right now." Sora hushed. "What's important is that you got your questions answered, and that you now know what you must do." Kari wiped away the moisture on her face and looked at Sora.
"You're right, Sora. It's time I made up for the wrongs I did to TK and Davis. God help me if they can ever forgive me." Kari replied. "Thank you for listening." The younger girl headed for the door.
"I'm glad I could be of help, Kari." Sora responded. The two said their goodbyes as Kari went on her way home.
When the girl reached her apartment, she went straight to her bedroom to check up on Salamon. As she opened the door, she noticed the digimon was bouncing on her bed. Kari was glad that her friend was feeling better. Kari then reached for her phone.
"Who are you calling?" Salamon asked.
"I'm calling TK." Kari replied. "It's important that I get to talk to him. I've made a lot of mistakes, and I need to apologize." Salamon smiled, now knowing that her partner had come to her senses.
"What about Davis?" The digimon asked.
"I'll call him later tonight." Kari said. She dialled TK's number. Unexpectedly enough, the boy's mother answered the phone.
"Hello, Nancy Takaishi speaking." The woman greeted.
"Hi, Ms. Takaishi, it's Kari. Is TK home?" Kari asked.
"Well hello, Kari. No I'm afraid he just stepped out, but he'll be back in an hour." Nancy replied. "By the way, have you noticed something different about TK. He's gotten very secretive ever since two days ago, and I don't get a chance to even see him. I finally caught a glimpse of TK today as he rushed out the door, but he looked...different. Do you know anything about it, Kari?" The young girl on the other end just laughed nervously.
"I'm sure TK will explain everything when he gets home." Kari replied.
"He better have a quick explanation, because I'm off to work soon after he gets back home." Nancy stated.
"Of course, Ms. Takaishi. Thanks for your time." Kari ended. They said goodbye as they both hung up their phones.
The sun was shining brightly as Kari found herself a block away from the place where TK lived. For the first time for the day, Kari found herself smiling. She allowed Salamon to tag along, knowing that the digimon needed some time to play outdoors. She let Salamon play outside of TK's apartment complex while she continued on. Now that her mind was clear and the fog was lifted, she could finally listen to her heart. She thought of possible things to say. She allowed two hours to go by - one for TK to get home, another for TK's interesting explanation to his mother on the way he looks. When she got to the apartment, Kari rang the bell, and TK answered.
"Hi, Kari." TK greeted. "My mom said you called, come on in." Kari came in and took off her shoes. They both sat down on the large couch in the sitting area.
"So how did she take it?" Kari asked with overwhelming curiosity.
"It would be an understatement if I just said that she freaked." TK sighed. Kari giggled at his problem. "Eventually, she just accepted what happened, rather than have me explain in detail. She told me that she could never understand how the Digital World works."
"Well I think we're all still stuck in that same boat." Kari added, to which TK nodded. "Even now, as I look at you, I can see that the Digital World never ceases to amaze me." TK blushed at her staring.
"So why did you come over, Kari?" The boy asked.
"Well, TK." Kari sighed. "The reason I came over is that recently I've had a lot on my mind, and I just came over to share a few words with you." TK listened intently. Kari thought carefully, because she did not want to just jump into the subject. "You see, TK, ever since Devimon returned, I've not been thinking clearly. Today, I finally opened my eyes to reality." TK became confused as he saw the girl's eyes begin to tear up. Kari did not care about composing her thoughts anymore, and started to speak from the heart. That's when it all came out. "TK...I've been a fool, a selfish fool! All along I never saw how much you cared about me until today. I am so sorry, TK. I was blind to your heart, while at the same time I wasn't true to my own."
"What are you trying to say?" TK asked.
Here goes. Kari thought as she took a deep breath. "TK, I l-" A loud explosion occurred outside of the building, cutting Kari's sentence off and shattering the glass in the windows. Both teens stood up and looked outside. The sky had grown incredibly dark. Then, the two heard the foulest laughter, and immediately knew who it was. Kari remembered something. "Oh no! Salamon!" The two of them bolted out to the front of the building and noticed the rookie hiding in a tree. Kari let out a great sigh as she saw that her friend was safe. Salamon leaped out of the tree and into Kari's arms. Kari knew that the little creature was too weak to fight, so she held on to her friend tightly. The three of them looked up in the air and saw the black figure flying a few stories up. Kari looked on in horror. "This is bad. We never would have thought that he would have been able to cross the gate." TK nodded in agreement. Devimon saw them on the ground. He slowly descended closer.
"You better call the others." TK said. Kari complied and pulled out her D-Terminal. She quickly typed in a distress message and sent it to all the others. Devimon noticed this and sneered.
"I'm afraid that will not be of any use." The demon stated. "Unfortunately, your friends are...well...detained at the moment." They went wide-eyed.
"What have you done with our friends?!" TK demanded.
"Quit your snivelling, human!" Devimon yelled. "Your friends are safe...for now. Once I came to this world, I started collecting, and I've put them on display at the top of that tall structure over there." He pointed over to Heightonview Terrace. "I've already got nine, but I would like to complete the set!" TK put himself in front of Kari and stared back at the fiend.
"Not while I'm still standing, Devimon!" TK screamed. All of a sudden, a golden aura came about the boy, and his wings quickly emerged from his body in a flash of feathers. Using the instincts of Patamon, TK took flight with ease. Devimon laughed particularly at Salamon.
"Have you become so weak that you need your humans to save you?!" Devimon chuckled. "I must say that I am not surprised. You did not look like you could put up much of a fight anyway!" Salamon just growled at Devimon and tried to struggle out of Kari's arms, but it was no use. Devimon was looking rather smug until he was blindsided and was hit to the ground. He looked up quickly at his attacker. TK stared daggers back at him.
"Foul beast!" TK yelled with a hint of Patamon's voice joining his own. "If you did not even belong in the Digital World, what makes you think that you have a place in this one?!" Devimon's rage began to build. He spread his dark wings and rushed at the airborne TK at full speed. With deadly speed and accuracy, the demon brandished his claws and swiped at TK's chest. It easily ripped through the cloth he was wearing and penetrated his flesh. TK groaned in pain as five great scars appeared on his front. Blood was slowly oozing from his wounds. Kari gasped as the fight unfolded before her eyes. TK quickly looked back at her and smiled in an attempt to convince her that he was alright. Pain or no pain, he had to continue fighting to protect Kari. TK felt energy building up inside of him that begged to be released. He listened to his heart and focused. Soon enough, golden energy pulsated in front of the earthly angel. When he was satisfied, he released it in Devimon's direction. The villain was surprised that the boy was capable of such power, but was not psyched out. He quickly produced a similar power comprised of his own brand of dark energy, and shot it at TK. The two powers collided and caused a massive explosion that blinded the sight of everyone who looked on. When TK removed his hand from his face, he saw the demon charge at him again. This time TK was ready for him. When Devimon raised his claws, TK raised his hands and clasped them with Devimon's. A test of strength broke out as both parties began to squeeze the other's hands. However, TK was injured, and his previous attack weakened him even further. Unfortunately, the boy could only do so much because of his inexperience with his new form. Soon enough, the fiend was gaining the upper hand, and started to squeeze even harder. TK heard some of his bones breaking, as his hands gave up on him. TK started to scream in pain as Devimon continued.
"No, stop it." Kari whispered quietly. She then gained some more confidence. "STOP IT!" Devimon did not listen and then hurled the boy down to the ground. His body cracked the pavement when he hit. More bones in his body also suffered the same outcome. The boy shuddered in agony. Kari started crying for her friend as she and Salamon ran up to TK. "You promised me that you wouldn't do something like this again." Kari whispered as she sobbed. She examined the cuts on the boy's chest, which looked very severe. TK was losing blood and losing energy at a rapid rate. He had to get medical attention soon. "TK, I can't lose you now, not when I'm so sure now. I love you, TK." She embraced her fallen hero with tears flowing from her eyes. TK managed to crack a bit of a smile. Devimon was not amused and let loose a beam of darkness. TK saw this as he lay on the ground. With his last ounce of strength, he threw Kari and her digimon aside while the attack hit him. Kari let out a bloodcurdling scream as the blast connected. When the dust settled, TK was not moving.
"Finally my revenge on the Child of Hope is complete!" Devimon cheered. "With him gone, no human or digimon will dare stand in my way as I conquer both worlds!" Kari looked up at him and stood to her feet from where she landed. Her knees were bruised and it hurt to move her legs, but she did not care.
"I dare stand in your way, you twisted monster!" Kari screamed.
"I dare, too!" Salamon squeaked. Devimon looked down at them and licked his lips.
"I commend your bravery, human, but you will die in vain!" Devimon boomed.
"You're wrong!" The two said in unison.
"Fools!" Devimon yelled. "So be it! Worthless digimon, you and your pathetic wretch of a human will share the same fate as your fallen champion!" He unleashed a blast at the pair. Kari closed her eyes as the attack hit...
When Kari opened her eyes again, she was in a white void. She feared the worst when no one answered her calls and thought she was dead. "I've failed TK and everyone else. I deserve this." Kari let a single tear fall from her cheek. Suddenly, she heard a faint voice. It grew louder and echoed.
"Hikari..." The voice called. Out of nowhere an image of Salamon appeared in front of her. Hikari tried to hug her, but her hands went through. The image began to speak. "Hikari...things that have physical shape aren't all there is to it. If you clear your heart, you can see lots of things." The image flashed and Kari was faced with Nefertimon. The armour digimon stretched her wings. "On nights when you feel like crying, wondering 'why did this happen?'...don't. It's still too early to close your eyes." Nefertimon's image was then replaced with that of Gatomon. "Holy light, shine softly in the darkness, and show us tomorrow's path." Finally, Angewomon was displayed. "Holy light, please give me courage, to face the future."
Salamon was off in her own void when a voice beckoned her.
"Salamon..." The voice echoed. The digimon looked around. She was startled by the image of a younger version of Kari - Kari at four years of age. The image spoke again. "Salamon...There are times when only sad premonitions come true, but we must travel everywhere, searching for happiness." The image flashed and became that of Kari at eight. "Words aren't enough. On days when I pass someone, I still believe that everyone has a warm heart." The void flashed and replaced the previous image with the one of Kari at the age of twelve. "Let the holy light shine softly, illuminating the worlds - embracing them, as if protecting them." At last, an image of Kari at her present age came in front of Salamon. "Let the holy light give us all an eternal smile."
Kari and Salamon were then reunited. They embraced each other and their hearts began to fill with happiness. A final image came to the both of them. It was a small boy with brown hair and blue eyes. Kari found this to be a very odd combination, but watched on anyway. The boy spoke. "Holy light, shine softly in the darkness and show them tomorrow's path. Holy light, please give them courage, to face the future - true courage...eternally." The voice and image started to fade. "Please..." The pair looked at each other.
"We cannot give up now. There is still hope, because hope cannot be without light." Kari said softly.
"Finally!" Salamon yelped. "You realize the truth. It is good to know that we share the same hopes and dreams."
Kari reached into her pocket and pulled out her D3, which started glowing a dazzling pink. She looked at Salamon once more and smiled.
"We will face the dark path, and will illuminate it with the power of the holy light!" The pair yelled in unison.
"Salamon BioMerge to..." Energy crackled in between the two and bonded them together. Salamon's short limbs were replaced with the limbs of something with a human-like figure. The body became feminine in shape. Shimmering blue and silver armour covered every inch of the figure. The Crest of Light was then emblazoned on the breastplate. Eight, golden wings sprouted on the back as a lance formed, and was grabbed by the developed hand. On her other hand, the Holy Ring of Gatomon was placed on her finger. Salamon's face was replaced with Gatomon's face, followed by Angewomon's face. Finally the helmet on her head was replaced with one that matched her armour. Kari's image flashed across the body as it faded into the figure. The evolution was complete. "...Ophanimon."
Devimon cringed at the flash of brilliant pink light.
"Not again!" Devimon bellowed. "Does my power have any effect on these children at all?!" The light faded, and Ophanimon appeared in its place.
"Devimon, you come to this world to cause nothing but pain and suffering." Said Ophanimon in her harmonious, dual voice. "You have harmed everyone that we have ever held dear, and yet you revel in it. Devimon, you wretched being, you are an abomination to existence itself. We cannot allow you to go on ruining the hard work of the powers of light. The time has come for the holy light to purify both worlds from the pestilence that is yourself!"
"What is it with you damned angel digimon and your long-winded speeches?!" Devimon yelled. "I do not care, nor do I listen to a word that any of you say!"
"Fool...you should." Ophanimon said quietly. She looked down at the motionless TK and rushed to him quickly. She gently placed her hand on the boy's chest.
"There's no reason to save the boy when you should be worrying about your own safety!" Devimon screamed as he shot a steady stream of energy. Ophanimon looked back him with contempt, raised her other hand back at the demon and focused her energy.
"Sefirot Crystal!" Yelled the heroine as she focused her energy into a barrier that held off the stream and covered herself and TK. The angel digimon looked back at the boy and concentrated. Ophanimon transferred some of her strength into TK. Little by little, the bruises and scars began to heal. Finally, TK breathed again and opened his eyes with a startled look on his face. He looked up at his saviour, Ophanimon. When his vision came back into focus, the digimon projected an image of Kari. TK smiled, realizing what just happened. The two figures stood up and stretched their wings. Devimon's face showed that of worry, but only for a moment. His face illustrated his rage quickly after. Ophanimon brought her barrier down and the two angels took flight. Ophanimon looked at TK. "Are you ready to put him away?"
"Always." TK sneered. The two started glowing brilliantly. Devimon calculated that TK was the weaker of the two, so he attacked the boy first. TK knew what he was up to, and was waiting for his move. Devimon rushed in with his claw, but TK dodged the attack and landed a strong right jab into Devimon's abdomen. Devimon's eyes went wide as the pain surged through his body. TK grinned. "Surprised, demon? Don't be. Thanks to Ophanimon not only have I been re-energized, but I am stronger than before!" TK then grabbed Devimon's arm. Using all his strength, the boy began to swing the beast around and around. When TK finally let go, Devimon plummeted to the ground at a fantastic speed. After a few moments. Devimon staggered out of the crater that was made. His wings were still strong enough for flight, so he took to the air again to escape. "Not this time." TK uttered as he shot out a beam of energy. Instead of being hit by the beam, Devimon was encircled by it. The loop contracted, squeezing the demon in place. Devimon struggled with all his might, but the energy was too strong. "Now, Ophanimon, let's finish it!" TK yelled. Ophanimon readied her lance and TK readied a ball of energy. At the same time, they unleashed their attacks.
"Eden's Javelin!" Ophanimon yelled as she threw her lance with all her might. TK also unleashed his power. Devimon could only scream as he was impaled by the lance, and was blasted to smithereens by the energy. His data was scattered every which way, as the darkness faded. Devimon was deleted. TK looked at Ophanimon. The mighty mega started to dissolve into data. When the fragmentation was complete a pink light flashed, followed by an explosion of feathers. From this, a figure descended. It was Kari...yet it wasn't. Like TK, she was taller, her hair was longer, and she had a pair of wings on her back.
"Thank you for answering the plea of the powers of light." Gatomon said. "I prefer this voice, by the way, I'm used to it more." Kari giggled.
"Thank you for helping me save the ones I love." Kari thought. "So I guess that we're one in the same now, and that you're always a part of me."
"You were always a bright girl, Kari!" Gatomon laughed. "No need to miss me now, I'll be within if you need me.
"Thank you, Gatomon..." Thought Kari.
When Kari opened her eyes, she looked at TK. She immediately flew to him and embraced him.
"Now we can be together, my love." Kari said sweetly.
"Yes, always and forever." TK whispered. Then he remembered something. "Our friends!" The two of them flew to the top of Heightonview Terrace. Sure enough, their friends were there, bound to the antenna. They released them and flew them down one by one. After explaining what happened. Izzy was overly excited. Sora saw how the two held each other's hand and smiled.
"I'm glad the two of you have finally been brought together." Sora said.
"The thanks go to you for helping me open my eyes." Kari replied by rubbing her cheek. The two of them laughed.
"Wait that's it!" Izzy announced. Everyone looked back at him. "'Love will lead another pair down this same path' where 'love' is meant as a reference to Sora, and Kari and Gatomon are the second pair. It's all starting to come together. The only question is, who is the last pair, and will any of us have to die?"
"I don't think we have to worry about the end of the prophecy, Izzy." Tai said. "It looks like evil has been 'vanquished' like the prophecy said, so I guess it's redundant now."
Not far from where they were, Davis was rushing to meet his friends. He had received the distress call, and ran as fast as he could to the signal given on his D3. He saw the group up ahead. He then got a good look at Kari, and was flabbergasted.
"It looks like she went through the same thing that TK did." Davis said to himself.
"Oh, TK, I'm so glad that everything has turned out alright." Kari said while staring into his eyes.
"I am, too, Kari." TK said while staring into hers. "Finally everything feels...right." The closed their eyes and leaned closer to one another. Their lips met and they shared a deep kiss. Their hearts were overjoyed and they were at peace. When they parted from their kiss. They looked at everyone and blushed, realizing they were still there. Everyone was smiling. Then they were startled when they came face-to-face with Davis, but...he was smiling, too.
"Thank you for being so understanding, Davis." Kari said as she went over and pecked him on the cheek.
"It's not a problem" Davis said. "Why should I be sore when true love blooms before us all, and Devimon is gone? This is a cause for celebration!" Everyone cheered at the idea, and Mimi started planning a party. The group was too worked up in their happiness to notice Davis turning around to shed a tear, which he quickly wiped away.
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To be continued...
Like I would end it there! The prophecy has yet to be fulfilled still, but don't worry, the end is near! Shame on you people who thought I would end it there when it seems like every thing is hunky-dory, because they aren't!
I didn't think this chapter would be this long! Boy is my face red!
For those of you who don't know, in Kari's vision sequence, I used the translated (and modified) version of the Japanese song, "Holy Light". This is her theme in the Japanese version.
Also, did you think I would use Ophanimon? Surprised you there. The reason I didn't choose Magnadramon (which I know is the true mega of Gatomon), is because Ophanimon reminds me a lot of Seraphimon, but in a more feminine form, and I wanted the two to be closely linked.
Before I forget...that slap from Sora to Kari was for you, Wolfie!
Now since March Break is over (boo!), school is starting and I'm getting back exams (*shudders*). So it might be a while until I get a conclusion up and running, but be strong! It shouldn't be too long!
Coming Soon: TK and Kari are finally together (like they should be), but things aren't all smiles and sunshine for everyone. Believe it or not, Davis does truly love Kari, and is going through his own personal angst right now. How will he cope with his problem, and how does it compare to TK's ability to manage heartbreak? Stay tuned for the conclusion to the story!