Authors Note: I'm not gonna post the next chapter till i reach 30 reviews, because I am so very spoiled. I hope you guys enjoyed the last chapter, I found it more appropriate for it to be a bit more suttle...not a screeching, kissing, emotional mess. Those are too redundant. I did the whole shock/love/too-many-emotions thing. The next two chapters--meaning this one and the next--are going to be lector-less. I think I need time to focus in on the relationships brewing and renewing. Don't you worry, chapter 9 is going to be a blow up with lector the molester--::dies at the nick name roslyn has given him::


Serenity uprising: CH7: A fleeting dream


In the arms of the angle...
fly away from here
from this dark hotel room
and the endlessness that you fear...
-Sarah McLachlan, angel.

 There is an emotion that runs through someone when they are in a state of disbelief; especially if they have longed for whatever it is they are seeing. This emotion can cause an individual to collapse; unwilling to test whether or not the occurance is true.


This is how Yuna felt. She never wanted to let go of Tidus, in fear of him disappearing. It was a fleeting feeling, one that was almost there. But she could feel him; she could smell him, and hear him. Apparently, so could everyone else.


Holding onto this thought, she released him, keeping her hands on his shoulders. She once again locked her eyes with his, but his beautiful image was clouded by her tears. Yuna released one of her hands from where it rested on her lovers shoulder, and wiped her eyes with the bottom of her palm--causing them to be red and irritated. But she didn't care.

she didn't even notice.


There were other things she did not notice, one of which was the sudden absense of her other guardians. Rikku had cocked her head to the side, gesturing both Wakka and Lulu to let them be. The three had momentarily disturbed the utter silence, walking into the closest tent.



she didn't even notice.



 The only thing that mattered to her at that time was Tidus. She dropped her eyes from his, and crumbled to the ground in a sobbing mess. The tears were erupting from her usually soft eyes like a volcano. She covered them with her palms, somewhat ashamed. Too much was happening too fast, yet, she found herself comforted by him


He knelt down beside her one one knee, lifting her chin and placing a delicate kiss on her cheek. Without a second thought, he lifted her into his arms, and carried her to the main tent. It was best to let her get some sleep--she was so tired.


He lifted the flap to the largest tent in besaid, and set her down on the bed. All the while, she sobbed. He gently brushed her soft hair behind her ear, and embraced her once again. Neither of them had spoken a word. There was too much to say. It was best now to let her rest, so she could come to terms with the fact he was with her again and make proper adjustments. Within seconds, Yuna was asleep--her heart beating slowly. Tidus kissed her forhead gently and left the tent, walking over to where Wakka, Lulu, Jecht and Kimahri were waiting.


He entered.


She sleeping? Wakka asked, looking up at Tidus.


He nodded and sat down.


It was then that he noticed Lulu's deep brown eyes staring at him, trying to make sense of something.


I know...I was surprised too... He said, acknowledging her shock.


Wakka told me everything. It is hard to believe, but not impossible... Lulu stopped, and for the first time, she knew not what to say. She stood up and walked over to Tidus, wrapping her gently arms about him.


Welcome back.

She turned and sat down. He nodded, smiled, and did the same.


Lots happened man, good thing you came back now, just in the nick of time, ya? Wakka stated, scratching the back of his large head.


Kimahri not like changes. Kimahri wants things back to normal. The burly beast spoke, then, as suddenly as he did so, returned to his dazed stage.


Changes? Like what? Tidus asked, curiosity sparked within him.



There's a new tribe now, known as the scalites. They have built an underwater city in the middle of the ocean, known as Scalesti. Lector is the leader of the scalites. Lulu spoke in her classic matter-of-fact tone.


Oh..right. Rikku told me about Lector. Tidus stated, dark clouds forming in his eyes.



Well, then you know what we must do. said Lulu.

Yeah...I think. Tidus was somewhat fogged over. He gathered that no one really liked the Scalites.


Lector is a bad man, ya? Kinda twisted. Reminds me a little too much of maester seymour. Wakka knitted his brows.



I agree.There is more to him than what meets the eye. Lulu stated.



I get all that, but....where did these people come from?



There was a silence.



They are the souls of the dead. They have been to the farplane; and through this, have been mutilated; twisted; corrupted. They have changed into people you very well won't recognize--unless they are closely observed. Lulu looked down.

What she means is, they're the souls of the dead that have been corrupted to evil. Pretty scary, ya? Wakka explained, noticing the confused look on Tidus' face.



Even if the souls have been sent...they can come back? How? Tidus remained even more confused.



It was the work of maester Lector--who is also a dead man--I am very curious as to whom his original self was.


Both Tidus and Wakka nodded in agreement. A silence was then casted over them, which was easily broken by Lulu's flooding of information.


The scalites are a bloody people, who, unless stopped, will result in complete destruction.



Well...I guess there's only one thing left to do.. Said Tidus.


We gotta blow up scalesti, and kill off Lector, ya? Wakka stood.


A confident smile spread on Lulu's face.


It's not gonna be as easy as it seems, you know.. Rikku suddenly chimed in, snapping to attention after her careful observation to the conversation.


We'll need a little help. Tidus stated, turning to Rikku.


I'll let the others know A-SAP! She said. I'll call Cid, have him prepare the airship--I'll betcha he can make some new contraptions for us, too! She was all too excited about it.



Kimahri get remaining Ronso brothers. Ronso is powerful warriors. Kimahri immediately left, apparently he was quick to act.


Now, let us rest. We shall inform Yuna in the morning. I hope... Lulu faded off, turning to leave the tent. Wakka followed, as did Rikku.


* * *
Tidus collapsed. Slumber was a comfort which he loved; it was peaceful. It was probobly the only thing that kept him sane while he was away from Yuna.


There was a flash, a sudden glow filled the room. Auron appeared.


I see you have found them without trouble.. He said, a smile--or atleast as close to one as auronly possible--spread across his lips.


Tidus did not respond at first, not knowing what to say.


You plan on going to war with the scalites, then? asked Auron, neglecting Tidus uncomfort.


War..? Well...I guess that's what you could call it.. He said.


He was surprised to hear the term; but that was the definition. War.



War meant casualties. It was ironic, really. The liberators of Spira; the people who fought to prevent death; were now preparing a full out attack on the scalites. War. Pain. Suffering.


They wanted it.


It amazed him, the motivation that ran through his veins. He was ruthless. He was willing to kill--for the greater good. For Yuna.


But there was a thought that crossed his mind.


Maybe, just maybe, if the scalites were defeated--he could resume a normal life...with Yuna.



The thought itself caused Auron to leave; and Tidus to resume his peaceful slumber.





Authors Note: Okay, the next chapter will be up soon; I promise! It'll be a little more Tidus x Yuna, and Rikku x Wakka. CH9 will be preperations for war, and CH10 will be the journey to scalesti...oh boy, are you in for a surprise.