Souls Intertwined

Chapter 2: The Darkling Angels

Shinigami, had scooped Heero up and flown for quiet a ways, they were far enough away from land that there was no land to be seen, Heero hadn't seen a single living soul, except fish for the past day or two. The other's forehead was damp, as though he had been struggling for the last ten minutes. Heero searched the other's face, it vaguely reminded him of... Well himself. A determined frown was set on his face, and he looked as though he was dead set on something. Heero hadn't heard from Duo in at least since they left land, and this 'Shinigami' was starting to unnerve him greatly. It was at some point before he started to land on nothing. "We're there already?", Heero asked.

"No... But- I n-need to rest for a while.", he stated, "There are several invisible islands you humans don't know of, this one has the last of my noble angels.",

"You're going to let Duo out aren't you?", Heero asked.

"Yes, but I must first give you instructions, here.", he handed Heero a blood red pendant, "Go to the south, you'll find some people with black wings, those are my last good Darkling Angels, show them this, explain everything to them. After that is done, they will care for you, and Duo, and let you stay the night. Then, we proceed in the morning.", Shinigami stated.

Heero waited until Duo woke up, before saying anything.. "How are you feeling?", Heero stated.

"Like shit.", Duo said, "Like I was dragged by a truck for a long while.",

"Sorry to bust your bubble, but we have to head south.", Heero stated, "Don't even dare asking why I know, I just do, okay?", Heero stated.

"Whatever you say, just as long as I can walk.", Duo stated, standing up.

"Good, let's get going then.", Heero stated, and they set out.

...

It wasn't long before what Shinigami had said came true. Heero secretly described all that had happened, showing the gem, and one of the guards looked back at Duo, now knowing that their creator lay inside his very body. "It is no problem to let you stay, and rest.", he stated, "I am Adismer.",

He shook hands. "Come on Duo, I've found a place to stay for tonight.", Heero stated.

Duo eagerly, but still a little cautiously walked up beside Heero. And they were led into a very large city. It was beautifully made, and seemed to glow with a dull light. The people stared at them, as they were led to a large, marble building in the center of the city. It was a large spire that seemed to stretch forever upward. As they entered it, the two couldn't help but stare at the beauty of it inside. They were quickly led to a vast chamber by another, slightly smaller Dark Angel, Juni. "This will be your sleeping chambers, the bath is just through that door, and I will come back to get you when dinner is ready.", Juni stated before heading out through the doors.

Heero, and Duo both decided it best to bathe first since they both looked dirtier than mud itself. They both stepped into the bath and found it like the Japanese ones. It was large, and warm, both had towels wrapped around themselves before they got in. The water felt good on their backs as it eased their muscles, soothing out the tenseness that they had. After they had finished bathing, both found their cloths clean, and waiting on their beds, and got dressed. Soon, they were called to a lavish dinner. With meats, and cakes, and foods of all sorts. They were joined by several of the Darkling Angels. They talked, and ate, and were even served some fruit wine. Then, they headed to their chambers to sleep. After a long nights rest, Shinigami thanked them personally, before he formed his wings again, and took Heero in his arms, and flew off. So, not all Darkling Angels had turned to evil, and this proved it to Heero.

End Chapter: R&R please, lots more to come!