Princess Knight
Chapter eight: City of Endless Blue
A/N: I just read over all the chapters of Princess Knight and it made me really happy. I like this fic so much! But reading the reviews is what gave me the boot to write the next chapter and for that I thank everyone! It's great that I can write something that brings me happiness but if I can brighten someone else's day, then that is even better!! ^_^
Excuse the last chapter, because of ff.net making all "..." into one "." the punctuation in the last chapter is all messed up -__-** Please ignore!! I was able to get past it in this chapter though ^_^
*****
"It's so beautiful....." Mimi whispered, awe in her voice. As they rode along the musty road on their way to their destination, the group got to see a breathtaking site. The city and road, was surrounded by beautiful blankets of blue, the largest ocean in their world.
"Really Sugoi," Miyako agreed also in admiration. "Maybe later we can all go swimming! Or fish!"
"N-No way!" Taichi protested, looking flustered. "I don't do water! I mean.....I am a fire dragon! It's not like I'm scared!"
"Big baby," Sora teased, causing him to 'humph' and turn away. Smiling as she rested her head on Mimi's back, she didn't notice the odd glance tossed at her by the glowering reptile.
"When we get there we should rest at an inn and then scour the town for information. Oceania is a huge harbor city and people from anywhere in the entire world can be found there. I'm sure we'll find a clue to out next destination," Yamato informed them, determined gleam in his eyes. 'Together.....we're really going to make it. I'm sure.'
"You know....." Taichi piped up suddenly, his voice sounding uncertain, "I've heard rumors about there being a sea monster that terrorizes the shores of Oceania. I wonder if it's true..."
"Even if that ridiculous tale is factual, it has nothing to do with us. We're just here for information, so don't get caught up in other people's affairs," the blonde directed and stared ahead at the nearing town.
Watching him as he rode in front of them, Mimi felt her cheeks color slightly at the way he appeared. 'Like.....like a real prince. He looks so regal...' she thought before shaking her head foolishly.
'Miki?' from behind Sora looked at her companion with confused eyes, before looking up ahead also. Seeing Yamato her expression changed to sadness before laying her head back down on Mimi's back and sighing, "Miki....."
*****
"Yamato?"
"Hmm?" Looking up in surprise, the blonde smiled at who called and greeted, "Aw, Sora. Is something wrong? Why aren't you with Miki?"
"Well..." trailing off the girl frowned, as she gripped the side of her skirt and went on, "That's...That's what I wanted to ask you." Taking a seat at the table he was at, Sora met his eyes and with such bluntness questioned, "Is there something going on between you and Miki?"
"W-What?!" Yamato blanched, almost falling out of his chair. Gaping at her with an incredulous face he uttered a response of, "What are you talking about?"
"I'm sorry!" the girl suddenly apologized, down casting her eyes and explained, "Gomen, I guess I'm just jealous. The friendship between men...I don't understand it. I just got paranoid and...Gomen."
She looked so shamed, that Yamato felt bad for her and encouraged, "Don't worry Miki would never do anything to hurt you. He's not the type to do that and he cares very much---"
"I know," she cut him off, standing a bit abruptly. Nodding to him, she smiled sheepishly and added, "I'm being silly. You and Miki are so close I suppose I just felt out of place. I want to be number one in his heart so much...Gomen. Thank you for putting up with my foolish banter."
Watching her walk out the door, Yamato still sat lifting a hand to his chin. Wearing a troubled expression he wondered to himself, 'The friendship between men...No, it's different with him.'
*****
"So warm..." Mimi murmured, in complete bliss. Sliding further into the tub, she raised a leg and hung it to one side, humming a tune she remembered from childhood. The bubbles rising around her, she reveled at the chance to get clean and looked over her shoulder at the cat that was sitting on the bucket beside her and commented, "Ne Popi you know my secret now don't you? Well I'm sure you knew from before since I had to hide you in my shirt so many times but now it's confirmed."
"M-Meow..." the feline answered in embarrassment, covering his face with a paw. Blushing madly Popi tried to block out what was happening and hoped she would finish her bath soon.
"What's wrong with you? Are you sick?" Mimi asked worriedly and lifted to kitten to her face, to its horror. Frowning at him she inquired, "Or maybe you don't like water? Cats don't, do they? But even so, you still need a bath!"
Plunging him in the tub water bent on giving him a good scrub, she wasn't ready for what happened the next moment as a large **POP** was heard and purple dust suddenly appeared out of nowhere, causing Mimi to cough in alarm.
Blinking back tears as she wondered what happened, her face suddenly paled white, her eyes going huge as she realized...sitting in the opposite end of the tub flushed like a tomato, sat a young boy, his hands covering his eyes while sputtering, "G-Gomen! Gomen!!"
It took a moment for her mind to register what had just occurred but after it did, she didn't take any more time before screaming, "KKKKKKKYYYYYYYYYYYYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" at the top of her lungs and started splashing, scrambling to get out continuing to shout, "HENTAI! HENTAI!!"
"I-Ieee!!!" The boy argued, waving his arms in defense, "Gomen! Gomen Miki I didn't mean for this to happen! I'm sorry! I'm so sorry!!" Hiding his face in humiliation, he continued, "My name is Ichijouji Ken! I used to be an squire to a knight but then a witch put a curse on me!"
Clutching her towel around herself with one hand and about to throw a bucket in the other, Mimi gawked at him before yelling, "She turned you into a cat?! Why did you pick now of all time to transform back?!"
"I didn't choose! You put me into the water!!" Feeling quite miserable and affronted Ken slumped his shoulders, still sitting in the tub and clarified, "I'm an animal unless I get drenched in warm water and then I turn back. But it only lasts until sunset the next day or if I get hit with cold water and I turn back into a cat."
Still angry but feeling sorry for the cursed lad, Mimi frowned and muttered, "Isn't there anyway to break the spell?"
"I don't know...I suppose I'll have to use some divine power or something to remove a curse...Or I might just be a cat forever..."
"Well then that's simple! It's a good thing you stuck with us, fate must be on your side!" Mimi declared, baffling him. "I mean we're looking for the Holy Maiden and she's a heavenly being right? In the end, you will surely be cured!! Think about it!"
Shocked, he thought over what she had just said to him and it dawned, "You're right! You're right! This is wonderful!!"
Cheering, Ken imagined happily how he would be all human once more and didn't notice as Mimi marched up to the tub and douse him with ice cold water from the bucket, causing him to cry out and poof back into a cat. Gazing up at her in shock and soaked, he saw an irritated Mimi as she said, "But I'm still mad at you! There are no free peep shows!!"
*****
Flouncing into his room, Mimi's sudden appearance startled Taichi as she immediately dropped a fluffy and damp Popi into his lap fuming, "I changed my mind and his name is going to be Ken now! Also he sleeps with the guys from now on! If you want an explanation, pour hot water on him and let him give details!"
With that she stomped out of the room, slamming the door as the dragon watched her go. Peering down at the kitten in his lap he scratched his head before muttering, "What is that fool talking about? Isn't he one of the guys too?! Crazy! I swear, all of them!"
Still noisily making her way down the hall, Mimi rubbed her temples, trying to reason that her bad luck must have been from a terrible thing she did when she was young, like skipping her lessons to go play. Peeking out of her quarters at the sound of tramping feet, Sora hurried out of her room when she saw who it was and called, "Miki! Where are you going by yourself?"
"Eh? Oh, I'm just going to go take a walk. I'd like to visit the ocean while we're here," she informed forcing a smile.
"May I join you?" Sora ventured, hoping to spend some time alone with her. "But if you would rather go alone..."
Hearing the dejected tone in her voice, Mimi felt bad and invited, "Please come. I guess it will be more fun if I'm with someone else."
"Is that so?" Sora smiled happily and rushed to her side. Taking one of the other girl's arms, she didn't notice Mimi sigh tiredly and thought, 'I can finally tell him my feelings...'
*****
At the shore the two looked out at the vast blue ocean ahead of them and admired its beauty. Watching the waves crash and shift impressively, Mimi said in awe, "So beautiful yet strong...Someday I'd like to be like that."
"Hai," Sora agreed, seating herself on a rock. Gazing up at Mimi as she watched the water so intensely, the redhead felt herself flush as she contemplated, 'So innocent...I wonder if I could really make him happy...I'm not...My heart isn't as beautiful as his, is it?'
"Sora?" Seeing the deep frown on the other girl's face, Mimi questioned, "Daijobu? If you feel tired, maybe we should go back?"
'So caring...' Sora mused sadly before shaking her head. "Iee, I'm just enjoying the scenery. You go back, it's getting late. For a little longer...I'd just like to sit here."
"Oh...okay," Mimi nodded, apprehensive about leaving her alone but thought better realizing she must've of wanted to be by herself. Smiling understandingly the girl touched Sora on the shoulder before saying, "All right. When you decide to return, we'll all be waiting for you."
"Miki..." the redhead cracked, fighting tears as she watched her companion leave. Fixing her eyes on the folded hands on her lap she laughed at herself mumbling, "I didn't tell him...I wonder if all this time he thinks I'm kidding when I say I want to marry him? I'm not...but the more I think about it...I'm not worthy am I? Someone who shines so brightly..."
"Do you really think that?" A voice suddenly interrupted, coated sweetly but hiding bitterness. Startled, Sora scanned around her, searching for the voice and gasped when she saw something rise out of the water as it continued, "Well then...if you think that! You'll never find love, so you should just give up!"
*****
Back at the hotel sorting through her bag when Taichi swiftly stepped into her room and questioned, "So you're back? Where's the wench?"
"Don't call her that!" Mimi wrinkled her nose at him and answered, "We went to the shore but she decided to stay a bit longer."
"When did you guys go?" he probed and caused her to think for a moment before replying, "Awhile ago...I wonder...She's not back?" Getting worried, Mimi quickly jumped off of her head and headed towards her window to look outside and was shocked to see how late it had gotten.
Tensely standing by the door, Taichi commented, "Just as I thought...Something must've happened to her!"
Unknown to them, still at the beach, Sora scrambled back in fear as a long, steamy tentacle burst out of the water and danced above her tauntingly, "So let us dispose of such a hopeless love!"
-TBC
A/N: Ehehehehe ^^;; Another cliffy~!! And we know who Popi is right? Bah, many of you guessed it but oh well at least you didn't guess how we would find out ^^;;
I know this chapter was a little more focused on Sora than anyone else but you must take important notice of everyone else's behavior also! Tiny hints and leads that will take us to bigger things! Not everything is, as it seems. Just trust my diabolical brain and enjoy the story! Soon more secrets and decisions will be unraveled~!!
http://www.yahoogroups.com/group/Fairytale_Hikari
-Hikari no miko
Chapter eight: City of Endless Blue
A/N: I just read over all the chapters of Princess Knight and it made me really happy. I like this fic so much! But reading the reviews is what gave me the boot to write the next chapter and for that I thank everyone! It's great that I can write something that brings me happiness but if I can brighten someone else's day, then that is even better!! ^_^
Excuse the last chapter, because of ff.net making all "..." into one "." the punctuation in the last chapter is all messed up -__-** Please ignore!! I was able to get past it in this chapter though ^_^
*****
"It's so beautiful....." Mimi whispered, awe in her voice. As they rode along the musty road on their way to their destination, the group got to see a breathtaking site. The city and road, was surrounded by beautiful blankets of blue, the largest ocean in their world.
"Really Sugoi," Miyako agreed also in admiration. "Maybe later we can all go swimming! Or fish!"
"N-No way!" Taichi protested, looking flustered. "I don't do water! I mean.....I am a fire dragon! It's not like I'm scared!"
"Big baby," Sora teased, causing him to 'humph' and turn away. Smiling as she rested her head on Mimi's back, she didn't notice the odd glance tossed at her by the glowering reptile.
"When we get there we should rest at an inn and then scour the town for information. Oceania is a huge harbor city and people from anywhere in the entire world can be found there. I'm sure we'll find a clue to out next destination," Yamato informed them, determined gleam in his eyes. 'Together.....we're really going to make it. I'm sure.'
"You know....." Taichi piped up suddenly, his voice sounding uncertain, "I've heard rumors about there being a sea monster that terrorizes the shores of Oceania. I wonder if it's true..."
"Even if that ridiculous tale is factual, it has nothing to do with us. We're just here for information, so don't get caught up in other people's affairs," the blonde directed and stared ahead at the nearing town.
Watching him as he rode in front of them, Mimi felt her cheeks color slightly at the way he appeared. 'Like.....like a real prince. He looks so regal...' she thought before shaking her head foolishly.
'Miki?' from behind Sora looked at her companion with confused eyes, before looking up ahead also. Seeing Yamato her expression changed to sadness before laying her head back down on Mimi's back and sighing, "Miki....."
*****
"Yamato?"
"Hmm?" Looking up in surprise, the blonde smiled at who called and greeted, "Aw, Sora. Is something wrong? Why aren't you with Miki?"
"Well..." trailing off the girl frowned, as she gripped the side of her skirt and went on, "That's...That's what I wanted to ask you." Taking a seat at the table he was at, Sora met his eyes and with such bluntness questioned, "Is there something going on between you and Miki?"
"W-What?!" Yamato blanched, almost falling out of his chair. Gaping at her with an incredulous face he uttered a response of, "What are you talking about?"
"I'm sorry!" the girl suddenly apologized, down casting her eyes and explained, "Gomen, I guess I'm just jealous. The friendship between men...I don't understand it. I just got paranoid and...Gomen."
She looked so shamed, that Yamato felt bad for her and encouraged, "Don't worry Miki would never do anything to hurt you. He's not the type to do that and he cares very much---"
"I know," she cut him off, standing a bit abruptly. Nodding to him, she smiled sheepishly and added, "I'm being silly. You and Miki are so close I suppose I just felt out of place. I want to be number one in his heart so much...Gomen. Thank you for putting up with my foolish banter."
Watching her walk out the door, Yamato still sat lifting a hand to his chin. Wearing a troubled expression he wondered to himself, 'The friendship between men...No, it's different with him.'
*****
"So warm..." Mimi murmured, in complete bliss. Sliding further into the tub, she raised a leg and hung it to one side, humming a tune she remembered from childhood. The bubbles rising around her, she reveled at the chance to get clean and looked over her shoulder at the cat that was sitting on the bucket beside her and commented, "Ne Popi you know my secret now don't you? Well I'm sure you knew from before since I had to hide you in my shirt so many times but now it's confirmed."
"M-Meow..." the feline answered in embarrassment, covering his face with a paw. Blushing madly Popi tried to block out what was happening and hoped she would finish her bath soon.
"What's wrong with you? Are you sick?" Mimi asked worriedly and lifted to kitten to her face, to its horror. Frowning at him she inquired, "Or maybe you don't like water? Cats don't, do they? But even so, you still need a bath!"
Plunging him in the tub water bent on giving him a good scrub, she wasn't ready for what happened the next moment as a large **POP** was heard and purple dust suddenly appeared out of nowhere, causing Mimi to cough in alarm.
Blinking back tears as she wondered what happened, her face suddenly paled white, her eyes going huge as she realized...sitting in the opposite end of the tub flushed like a tomato, sat a young boy, his hands covering his eyes while sputtering, "G-Gomen! Gomen!!"
It took a moment for her mind to register what had just occurred but after it did, she didn't take any more time before screaming, "KKKKKKKYYYYYYYYYYYYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" at the top of her lungs and started splashing, scrambling to get out continuing to shout, "HENTAI! HENTAI!!"
"I-Ieee!!!" The boy argued, waving his arms in defense, "Gomen! Gomen Miki I didn't mean for this to happen! I'm sorry! I'm so sorry!!" Hiding his face in humiliation, he continued, "My name is Ichijouji Ken! I used to be an squire to a knight but then a witch put a curse on me!"
Clutching her towel around herself with one hand and about to throw a bucket in the other, Mimi gawked at him before yelling, "She turned you into a cat?! Why did you pick now of all time to transform back?!"
"I didn't choose! You put me into the water!!" Feeling quite miserable and affronted Ken slumped his shoulders, still sitting in the tub and clarified, "I'm an animal unless I get drenched in warm water and then I turn back. But it only lasts until sunset the next day or if I get hit with cold water and I turn back into a cat."
Still angry but feeling sorry for the cursed lad, Mimi frowned and muttered, "Isn't there anyway to break the spell?"
"I don't know...I suppose I'll have to use some divine power or something to remove a curse...Or I might just be a cat forever..."
"Well then that's simple! It's a good thing you stuck with us, fate must be on your side!" Mimi declared, baffling him. "I mean we're looking for the Holy Maiden and she's a heavenly being right? In the end, you will surely be cured!! Think about it!"
Shocked, he thought over what she had just said to him and it dawned, "You're right! You're right! This is wonderful!!"
Cheering, Ken imagined happily how he would be all human once more and didn't notice as Mimi marched up to the tub and douse him with ice cold water from the bucket, causing him to cry out and poof back into a cat. Gazing up at her in shock and soaked, he saw an irritated Mimi as she said, "But I'm still mad at you! There are no free peep shows!!"
*****
Flouncing into his room, Mimi's sudden appearance startled Taichi as she immediately dropped a fluffy and damp Popi into his lap fuming, "I changed my mind and his name is going to be Ken now! Also he sleeps with the guys from now on! If you want an explanation, pour hot water on him and let him give details!"
With that she stomped out of the room, slamming the door as the dragon watched her go. Peering down at the kitten in his lap he scratched his head before muttering, "What is that fool talking about? Isn't he one of the guys too?! Crazy! I swear, all of them!"
Still noisily making her way down the hall, Mimi rubbed her temples, trying to reason that her bad luck must have been from a terrible thing she did when she was young, like skipping her lessons to go play. Peeking out of her quarters at the sound of tramping feet, Sora hurried out of her room when she saw who it was and called, "Miki! Where are you going by yourself?"
"Eh? Oh, I'm just going to go take a walk. I'd like to visit the ocean while we're here," she informed forcing a smile.
"May I join you?" Sora ventured, hoping to spend some time alone with her. "But if you would rather go alone..."
Hearing the dejected tone in her voice, Mimi felt bad and invited, "Please come. I guess it will be more fun if I'm with someone else."
"Is that so?" Sora smiled happily and rushed to her side. Taking one of the other girl's arms, she didn't notice Mimi sigh tiredly and thought, 'I can finally tell him my feelings...'
*****
At the shore the two looked out at the vast blue ocean ahead of them and admired its beauty. Watching the waves crash and shift impressively, Mimi said in awe, "So beautiful yet strong...Someday I'd like to be like that."
"Hai," Sora agreed, seating herself on a rock. Gazing up at Mimi as she watched the water so intensely, the redhead felt herself flush as she contemplated, 'So innocent...I wonder if I could really make him happy...I'm not...My heart isn't as beautiful as his, is it?'
"Sora?" Seeing the deep frown on the other girl's face, Mimi questioned, "Daijobu? If you feel tired, maybe we should go back?"
'So caring...' Sora mused sadly before shaking her head. "Iee, I'm just enjoying the scenery. You go back, it's getting late. For a little longer...I'd just like to sit here."
"Oh...okay," Mimi nodded, apprehensive about leaving her alone but thought better realizing she must've of wanted to be by herself. Smiling understandingly the girl touched Sora on the shoulder before saying, "All right. When you decide to return, we'll all be waiting for you."
"Miki..." the redhead cracked, fighting tears as she watched her companion leave. Fixing her eyes on the folded hands on her lap she laughed at herself mumbling, "I didn't tell him...I wonder if all this time he thinks I'm kidding when I say I want to marry him? I'm not...but the more I think about it...I'm not worthy am I? Someone who shines so brightly..."
"Do you really think that?" A voice suddenly interrupted, coated sweetly but hiding bitterness. Startled, Sora scanned around her, searching for the voice and gasped when she saw something rise out of the water as it continued, "Well then...if you think that! You'll never find love, so you should just give up!"
*****
Back at the hotel sorting through her bag when Taichi swiftly stepped into her room and questioned, "So you're back? Where's the wench?"
"Don't call her that!" Mimi wrinkled her nose at him and answered, "We went to the shore but she decided to stay a bit longer."
"When did you guys go?" he probed and caused her to think for a moment before replying, "Awhile ago...I wonder...She's not back?" Getting worried, Mimi quickly jumped off of her head and headed towards her window to look outside and was shocked to see how late it had gotten.
Tensely standing by the door, Taichi commented, "Just as I thought...Something must've happened to her!"
Unknown to them, still at the beach, Sora scrambled back in fear as a long, steamy tentacle burst out of the water and danced above her tauntingly, "So let us dispose of such a hopeless love!"
-TBC
A/N: Ehehehehe ^^;; Another cliffy~!! And we know who Popi is right? Bah, many of you guessed it but oh well at least you didn't guess how we would find out ^^;;
I know this chapter was a little more focused on Sora than anyone else but you must take important notice of everyone else's behavior also! Tiny hints and leads that will take us to bigger things! Not everything is, as it seems. Just trust my diabolical brain and enjoy the story! Soon more secrets and decisions will be unraveled~!!
http://www.yahoogroups.com/group/Fairytale_Hikari
-Hikari no miko