Curse of the Sages

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Chapter 9 - Temptation

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Felix swore as he searched the inn. Having split up to find Isaac, the trio had combed the area several times, only to find just his belongings. He even left the teleport jem, which made it even more confusing. Without it, he couldn't go too far, yet somehow he had. No signs indicated that he left the town, and footprints were barely visible with the falling snow. The only thing they told was that he went to a cave at the back of town, and thanks to the snow, the ice was covered with enough to still show the prints.

But upon his investigation, Alexi hadn't found anything, except that a small vine-like plant was growing there, something that had never existed in the icy lands before. That aside, no existance of Isaac could be found.

But where had he gone? IT made no sense; why would he leave before the mission? And without his gear? Unless...

...something transpired during his walk.

But only one set of footprints were found near the cave, so who or what could have done it? He heard a figure moving behind him, and dismissed it, trying to see if Isaac left a note or something in his belongings.

"Felix..."

A chill ran down his spine, sweat down his face. He knew that voice; he knew it all too well. Turning about, he saw Sheba standing there, her face gleaming like it did when she was twenty five. But... He was there when she died, wasn't he?

"Felix, you're not shocked to see me, are you?"

He didn't answer, instead trying to figure out what she was doing here. It seemed like a dream, but he was awake, was he not?

"Felix, don't you know me?"

He almosed spoke, but something here didn't seem right. She was beautiful, perfect in every way. But she was sixty-seven when she passed away. How was she...

She reached forward, grasping his hand, stroking it. "Felix, please hold me. I'm afraid."

Afraid? Of what? There were no monsters here, and only the disapearance of Isaac. His thoughts were soon replaced by the smooth stroking of her hand, soothing and soft. He felt his head grow lighter, drinking in the sensations.

No, this was wrong. She was gone, buried in Vale. How was she here, and younger?

And yet, it was refreshing. To see one who knew him, one with whom he could express himself.

"Felix, can we go home? I miss Vale."

Vale... Home... With Sheba...

"Uncie Fewix! Daddy wants you!"

The voice of young Mia snapped his mind, drawing himself from her influence. Looking at her, he saw her simply fade, vanishing from his sight. His chest grew tighter as he lost her again, loosing her to something he couldn't help.

Turning to where Mia stood, he walked out, puzzled by Sheba's role in this...

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Deep within the caves near Vault, a lavender haired child was dangling in the air, her form wrapped in the arms of the vine-looking Savior. As had happened every time he was released since his birth, he had grasped the lavender haired child, holding her until the nearing end. Already he had two towns saved, and even one of the warriors that had awakened him. But she served another purpose: the way out of the door.

He would increase her powers ten-fold, then she would unknowingly set the events in motion to release him from his prison.

His efforts to ensnare another of the warriors had failed, but he knew that it was only a matter of time until he had them under his power.

And then he would save the world, purging the lands of war, hate, and violence...

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Sheba - Care to explain why I'm pathetic?

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Sheba - Well?

Sheba...

Sheba!!! [leaves]

Now that she can't hurt me, here is my response to my reviewers:

Kyarorain - Answer somethings? Nice guess, though! Expect your name to be posted at the final chapter! Thanx!

Selena - Yay! And what do you think of these events? Confusing? Wait till the next chap!

Empress Dotdotdot - Yahooo!! A cookie!! [munches]! Well, I haven't seen Inu-Yasha, but I think that this one might reveal a bit! Thanks!

Gay Witch - Thanks for the positive feedback!

Next time, I'll remember to say that I own not Nintendo or Camelot, for I forgot to do it last chapter! And next time - Alex and Felix discover a deadly secret...

Sheba - REVIEW!!

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Sheba - Here, Mikaa... [holding Trainer's Whip]

AAAHHH!!! Sheba Pwushie! Save me!