ELP: I AM FINALLY BACK! I OWN NOTHING! THANK YOU FOR WAITING! I JUST ATE A POUND OF SUGAR!!!!
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Ken's hand slowly lowered from his neck.
" I was about 8, and I was traveling in the Digital World with someone. I can't remember who. I pushed him out of the way, and something jabbed into my neck. He called it a Dark Spore. I never knew what it was for, but whenever I got mad or was hurt emotionally, my neck would burn like fire and make me nearly scream. It gives you more power for evil, somehow. I'm still trying to figure out how to get it out of my neck. " Ken explained, trying to remember details. They stared.
" Maybe that's why it was hard to make you come back from evil. The dark spore wanted control." Davis guessed. Ken nodded gravely.
" Probably. As long as it's dormant, I'll be fine. In any event, let's check the Digiworld. I have a feeling something's up....." Ken mused. They all nodded. On the walk back, the Digidestined were worried about receiving stares from Passer Byers, other then Miyako and Ken. They just walked with confidence the whole way, smiling at people like before. When they got into Ken's house, Marie was teaching Robert how to knit. Ken tried to keep his laughter down, but he couldn't help it. Ken clamped his hand over his mouth, and snickered uncontrollably. Robert looked up.
" It's not as easy as it seems." Robert defended, watching Marie again. Everyone stumbled to Ken's room, holding their ribs. As soon as Ken shut the door to his room, everyone burst into laughter, rolling on the ground and all. Ken was red in the face, and Davis was nearly crying. When it was over, they all wiped their eyes and sighed.
" Now that was entertaining....." Kari giggled, stretching out. Miyako nodded.
" Yup. Now, let's go to the Digiworld!" She exclaimed. In about a minute, they landed in a dark wasteland. Ken stood up, and looked around, taking off his sunglasses. The sky was dark, the land completely bare of anything except for volcanoes, hot lava, heightened mountains, and ashes. Cody blinked.
" Where are we?" He asked meekly as he looked up at Kari and tugged her pant leg. Kari looked down.
" I don't really know. Miyako, Ken, anyone?" Ken looked around, feeling heat from every angle.
" I have no clue. Miyako?" Ken turned to Miyako, who seemed to be fixated on something.
" I remember this place a little bit from a dream....... I'm not really sure, though. I'm getting the same feeling as in the dream, but I can't be certain until something happens, and I'm not sure what would happen! In other words, no clue." She answered, blinking a few times. Ken nodded.
" This place seems familiar. Let's keep walking, maybe we'll spot something...." So, the Digidestined started to walk. The lava was in streams and rivers, pools and cracks in the volcanoes. The volcanoes were all dormant, or seemed that way, anyway. A loud screech was heard, and the air around them made a booming sound as wind powered by them. Ken slapped his hands on his ears, dropping down to the ground beside Miyako. They both had the same reaction to the supersonic boom. Everyone looked up.
" It's a Phoenix!" Takeru cried, pointing up at it. The large firebird landed in front of the Digidestined, flapping it's flaming wings. Ken stood up with Miyako, staring with bright and wide eyes at this Phoenix. It screeched again, and the volcanoes all erupted, the lave spilling into the rivers and streams with ease. The Digidestined and the Digimon awed in wonder as the lava simply seemed to avoid them, going around. in a sign. Ken looked at the sign.
" It's the sign of the Greek god, Thanatos. He's the personification of Death, according to all tapestries and fables. But, why is the lava showing that sign?" Ken explained, remembering what his Greek pen-pal had taught him. The Phoenix screeched again, and took to the skies, leaving the Digidestined dumbstruck in the middle of the area. A laugh was heard. Miyako's face immediately turned to rage.
" YOU AGAIN!!!!?!?!?!?! WILL YOU EVER STOP COMING BACK!?!?!?!?!" Miyako screamed at Keroline, the volcanoes echoing the sound back at them. Keroline shook her head.
" Nope. But, it was so nice of the Digital World to put you in my land. You may be wondering about the Phoenix? I'll tell you this: It's trying to warn you, but you can't figure it out. Your in my home, my land, my sanctuary. You have no idea how much stronger I become when near fire......" Keroline mocked, fire burning in her eyes, and all around her. She stood up from her perch on a low rock lava pit, and then just floated down in front of them, smirking dangerously. The Digidestined stepped out of the symbol onto safe ground, except for Miyako and Ken, who got ready for another fight. Keroline laughed, and the lava symbol widened, giving them more room to fight. The lava burst up into a wall like formation of flames. Ken looked around, and then back at Keroline, growling dangerously. It was about to begin.
You will release your life
Forgetting what's forsaken, The reason why
You are alone again
You will believe the lie
Judging from what you've taken
You breathe, alive
You are alone again
From the heart of darkness
You call to me
Spirit raging on
There is nothing I can do
For you are next to no one
You will release your life
Joining with the goddamned world
Of the dead and the lonely
You'll never leave alive
Now do you think you're too damn good
For the killing kind
You will begin to cry
Hearing the silence breaking
You breathe, alive
But you are alone again
From the heart of darkness
You call to me
Spirit raging on
There is nothing I can do
For you are next to no one
You will release your life
Joining with the goddamned world
Of the dead and the lonely
You'll never leave alive
Now do you think you're too damn good
For the killing kind
You will release your life
forgetting what's forsaken
You breathe, alive
You are alone again
You will release your life
Joining with the goddamned world
Of the dead and the lonely
You'll never leave alive
Now do you think you're too damn good
For the killing kind
Nothing I can do
" Do you want the Dragon, or Keroline?!?" He shouted, standing up, readying for another lung. Miyako called back.
" I'll take Keroline, you lead the Hydra away!" Miyako called back, standing up, wanting to fight Keroline. Ken nodded, and started to run, dodging the 100 heads with slight ease. Keroline laughed as Ken broke through the circle of flames, making the Hydra chase him around outside of the flame wall. Keroline laughed, making the wall higher, trapping Miyako with her inside.
" So, you want to fight me? Well, little rose, it's about time I showed you why I'm the more powerful one of the 3 of us...." Miyako was a little offset, but quickly forgot about it and started to talk.
" Really? I don't really care who's stronger, as long as I kick the living crap out of you, witch." Keroline growled, and threw a fireball at Miyako. It was hard for Miyako to dodge, since it was going a bit faster then she could see. But she did get out of the way in time. Miyako didn't dare charge, because of the flaming aura, so she played defense, dodging fireballs and small dragons. Keroline laughed.
" Let's have some fun, here...." Keroline dashed at Miyako with incredible speed, throwing attack after attack. Not all could be dodged, so Miyako tried blocking. Because of the leather, it didn't burn too much, but still hurt from impact. Miyako threw a high kick, missing, but throwing Keroline off a little bit. The aura was a little weak, so Miyako jumped, and kicked Keroline in the side. Keroline grabbed Miyako's foot and tossed her away, holding her side. The aura was back to full again, and the wound on Keroline healed in no time at all. Miyako stood up, and then got ready, thinking a bit.
" So, you do have a few tricks up your black leather sleeve. It won't save you, though....." Keroline mocked, laughing loudly. Miyako blinked. Wait, if every time she gets distracted, the shield lowers, maybe an all out onslaught would work. I'll wait a bit longer, just to make her mad enough to throw off easy...... Miyako thought, smiling to herself.
Keroline started to attack again, using all types of moves. Fireballs, kicks, punches, dragons, head butts, the whole package. And Miyako just played defense, once and a while glancing to where Ken was fighting the Hydra. He was playing defense as well, making the Hydra slam into things. The other Digidestined watched with big eyes, always waiting for something to happen. When Miyako snapped a fist up into Keroline's jaw, she was ready. After the uppercut, she kicked Keroline, tripped her, punched down, threw her into the air, snapped her down onto Miyako's knee, threw her aside, jumped and came down with an elbow, and the started the sleeper. The sleeper was difficult, since Keroline was bigger then her. Miyako roughly kick the back of Keroline's knees, bringing her down to the ground, still in the sleeper choke hold. The Hydra was losing power, since Keroline was losing consciousness. The Hydra roared, and suddenly took off for Miyako and Keroline, roaring in pain. Ken ran fast, yelling at Miyako.
" Miyako, watch out! The Hydra is coming for you!!!!" Miyako looked behind her, and spotted the Hydra. Keroline still had a little bit of power left. Miyako turned back, and tightened her grip, crouching, waiting. Keroline was coughing, not being able to breathe. The Hydra soared through Miyako and Keroline, making them both scream in agony. After the Hydra passed through them, it disappeared, Keroline being knocked out. Miyako let go, and fell backwards, panting in pain from burns on her hands, arms, and a bit of her neck. She held her hands out, watching as the flame wall disappeared, and her hands shaking. Ken ran over to Miyako, and kneeled down, staring at the burns. Miyako looked up at Ken.
" Thanks for the warning. I didn't listen..... Ouch. Let's get out of here, my hands really hurt........" Miyako mumbled, biting her lip to keep from screaming. Ken nodded, and helped her up. He also grabbed Keroline by the back of the shirt, and dragged her along the ground while they walked, trying to find a way out. Finally, they reached a small TV, and were teleported back to Ken's house. Marie and Robert had left for Marie's parent's house, so the place was empty. Ken tossed Keroline on the couch, making the others watch her while he tended to Miyako's wounds. After they were all bandaged up, she sat down, on the poofy chair in the living room, glaring at Keroline.
" Biotch. This time, we'll throw her in water and see what happens!" Miyako exclaimed, seeking revenge. Ken laughed.
" Yeah, maybe that's what we should do. I'll go fill up the tub." Ken got up, went into the bathroom, and started up the freezing cold water, filling the tub up. Miyako started to cackle insanely, loving the thought of revenge. In about 3 minutes, Ken stopped the tap, and checked the water. Freezing cold. He smiled, and walked back into the living room, grabbing Keroline by the back of the shirt again, dragging her to the bathroom. Miyako followed, snickering and cackling to herself. With a great heave, Keroline was tossed into the freezing tub of water. { Not the Tub you have at home, the Japanese style tub, big and round, like a hot tub} Keroline woke up and screamed, starting to shiver already. She spit out water, and made her way to the side of the tub, rolling out, coughing and shivering. Ken and Miyako laughed, pointing at the drenched Keroline. She spit more water out, standing up.
" Darn you! Have you no decency? You try getting thrown into that water!!" Keroline yelled at them. Ken snickered more.
" I'd throw you in again, but I think Miyako wants that opportunity, this time, right?" Miyako nodded feverishly, cackling loudly. Ken smiled, grabbing Keroline by the arms, twisting Keroline's arms behind her so Miyako had a free shot. Miyako grabbed Keroline, picked her up, and threw her into the tub, laughing more. Keroline screamed again, and went out the other side, so not to get thrown in again. She tried to start a fireball, but her finger just made a spark. She was too wet. Keroline huffed.
" Darn, too wet....." Keroline mumbled, pulling her knees to her chest in the corner, pointing her finger at Ken and Miyako.
" Don't come any closer, or I'll....... Throw a spark at you!" Keroline tried to look mean, but that was offset by shivering. Ken rolled his eyes, and unplugged the tub, watching the water go down the drain. Miyako grumbled and threw Keroline a towel.
" Dry yourself off. Ken, get some clothes, no white shirts. Now." Ken blinked.
" When I come back, let's hope she hasn't killed you." He said threateningly to Keroline, leaving the room. Miyako growled while Keroline gulped.
" If you try anything, we'll kill you. You're staying with us, now. Your in my friend's house, and some of mine, too. One wrong move, and I'll drown you in freezing water, got that?" Keroline nodded, eyes wide. Miyako smirked.
" Good. Now, I want to know, what's happening to me? I'm doing things I've never done before, I'm stronger, faster, a bit smarter, I mean, what's up with that?" Miyako asked, sitting down on the edge of the tub. Keroline dried herself off.
" Well, I might as well start from the beginning. Each human being has 2 other entities. I'm your Dark side. You also have a Light entity, and you're neutral. If one dies, then you become unbalanced, and die out. That's why you can't kill me, because without me, you and Acara would die out. Acara is your Light side. Anyway, you've been getting stronger, because we've been getting stronger. And, because you got bitten by your lover boy over there, he transferred some inhuman traits, such as jumping higher, speed, strength, those kinds of things. But, we get them as well. Acara is the being of water, I am fire, and you are all. You have both Water and Fire in you, and when they combine, they create Air, because Fire and Water can come down in storms, from the air. Ever feel you know when something is going to happen, or when you cry, it always rains?" Miyako gasped. That was true.
" Yes, actually, I do. So, if everyone has 2 others, how come they aren't always in one form, or body?" Miyako asked, gazing at Keroline. Keroline shrugged.
" I'm not sure. I've been trying to figure it out, myself. I'm only against you and Acara because I think you stole the Rose." Miyako blinked.
" What Rose? I have absolutely no idea what you're talking about, really. Tell me more." Keroline laughed a little bit, though very dryly.
" The Rose contains all the souls of every creature in all worlds. You, Acara and I were appointed to protect it, but it went missing after your soul was broken apart. I don't have the Rose, and Acara says she doesn't either, but I don't think you do. I swear, she's lying! Just because she's the Light side doesn't mean she's so perfect and all that. And if she doesn't have it, and you don't have it, and I don't have it, then someone else has it." Miyako blinked.
" So, it's very rare, right? When does Acara show up? All I've heard is her voice, so far." Miyako stated, remembering the whispering voice. Keroline blinked.
" Then her power is down. She must be very tired, and something might be taking from her power. Probably this new invasion from getting bitten is hitting her. She'll show up, don't you worry about that. The sad part about this whole thing, is that I can't see any other split. Kaiser is locked away in your boyfriend's mind, and so is Talic. And Carry is stuck in Kari's mind, along with Jess. My best friends, too....." Miyako thought for a moment.
" How do you unlock a split?" She asked, resting her chin on her knees. Keroline smiled.
" Oh, well that's easy. Any time of any type of trauma or anger can release both splits. I think you know what I'm talking about." Miyako turned a little pale.
" Yeah......." She muttered, shivering uncontrollably. Ken walked into the room, and handed Keroline the clothing. It was a simple red T-shirt, and black jeans, with a belt and black vest. Keroline took it and nodded a thank you. Miyako stood up, and with Ken, left the bathroom. Keroline changed, and was going to walk out the door when a thought hit her.
Why am I going to stay with them? What's wrong with me, am I not supposed to kill them? No, no, I can't just walk away. The Rose will be destroyed if I don't help....... I can't let that happen...... Keroline walked out of the bathroom, and looked around. Miyako and Ken stood there, with crossed arms, one eyebrow raised.
" You didn't run. Cool. Let's go, I'm hungry." Ken stated, starting to walk off into the living room. Keroline quickly put her hair in a ponytail, so not to be recognized by anyone. Miyako snickered a little bit, and shoved a black baseball cape on Keroline's head, and gave her some small red sunglasses. Keroline blinked a few times in them, and sighed.
" Just because I don't want to be noticed." Miyako laughed.
" First, we need to get a leash and some sleeping stuff. " Miyako laughed, staring at Keroline. She blinked.
" For what?"
" You." Miyako answered, walking away. Keroline gulped.
" This is going to be a long day......"
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