Hi, and once again, welcome to another chapter of Sapphire Midnight.
First off, I'd like to apologize. Please forgive me! I'm sorry for being so
darn lazy; I haven't gotten around to typing this for quite a while. I have
many chapters already written, but not typed. I apologize for behaving so
shamelessly. Also I want to thank my supporters and reviewers. Thanks so
much you guys! I hope you're enjoying the story so far. Lots of single
people out there are very stubborn and say that love is overrated. That may
very well be true, but us hopeless romantics beg to differ. This chapter
sort of reflects how those two sides are influenced. From a background of
pain, and a background of irrepressible hope. Read on to see for yourself.
Love ya and keep reviewing! Sapphire
Katie
Hi my name is Katie Jean Summers. I was born on October 25th, in a place formerly known as Sydney. I was taken from my home, like so many others, to Helman's Academy for my special training. It didn't affect me as deeply as the others though. I've always had a bad relationship with my parents. They hit me and screamed at me. They used me and threatened me. They sometimes forgot to feed me and gave me rags to wear. I never made any friends then. It wasn't until after I got to the Academy that I was treated somewhat like a human. I was given nice clothes, as much food as I wanted, and enough attention to make up for some of my heartache. I finally had friends. I was starting to feel happy at last!
I have the power to draw from the emotions of others and turn it into energy for an attack. That's why I'm so in tune with other people's emotions. My power is called love energy. Everyone's attack becomes more powerful when they have something to channel it through. My attacks are more easily used like that. My special weapon is the heart rod. It looks kind of like a magic wand except way more decorative. I can call on it whenever I need it because, like everyone else's special weapon, it has the power to teleport itself to my hand.
I've always felt out of place because of my parents' "TLC", but I never let that keep me down though. I always try to look on the bright side of things. When I was chosen, I went through constant pain, stress, and crying sessions. It was hard for me to get through it all. The last thought in my head before they sealed me was, "At least I can wake up again." I remember what it was like; endless chants, dim lights, ceremonial robes, incense, headaches, and worst of all, weakness. From that point on I was trapped inside my own mind. It was not pleasurable.
When I was trapped inside my head, I knew what was going on. It wasn't because I could see it or someone told me, I could just feel it. It was like an eerie sixth sense. I know it sounds weird and "I-see-dead- people" cliched, but it's true. All I could do was reflect upon myself. It was a nightmare. I hate my past; I just wanted to erase it. I did my best to run away from it but I couldn't avoid it. I tried to focus on the present, but I soon found out there wasn't going to be much in that present except for my visions and, ironically enough, my past. I spent about six months trapped in my past. It was pure torture.
I remembered the boy who'd been like a boyfriend to me. I clearly recalled everything about him. We were so in love. During that accursed tournament, before I won, I saw him die. It was one of the hardest things I've ever had to see. After that I'd become more of an introvert. I never loved anyone remotely near as much as I loved him, fearing they'd meet the same wretched end. I swore to myself I'd never fall in love again, but I knew I couldn't keep that vow forever.
I remembered how cruel my parents were and all the pain I had to feel as they abused me in numerous ways. But in the six months I spent like that, I realized you have to accept your past, otherwise you'd never be able to move on. From then on I lived in the present, occasionally remembering my horrible past. I let go of my anger and sadness, at least some of it. I will never forgive the wrongs done to me and I never forgot, but I refused to be sad.
Love is a terrible and beautiful thing, bringing both joy and sorrow. To me, I'll never forget, love is pain.
Demos
Hi there! I'm Demos Andrew Maxwell. I was born in a place that used to be called Sydney. My birthday is November 9th. I'm 18 and live in the KNIGHTS dorm. I'm a chick magnet! Not that I like to sound conceited, but I don't want all the unnecessary attention.
Anyway, let's skip that for now. I was taken from my home to go to Hell on Earth for my powers too. I control power created by peoples' emotions; "love energy." All my friends in Hell on Earth thought I was smart, which isn't necessarily a lie, I am smart, it's just sometimes I don't use much sense when it's needed. But enough of that, let's move on, shall we?
When I found Katie, she looked happy, yet sad. Her aura was similar to mine. It was weird. She was beautiful and tragically void of love at that point in time (I could feel it, I'm in tune with others' emotions). She had signs of great pain on her face. I stayed with her for the longest time; it was as though I were drawn to her. Somehow I'd fallen in love with a total stranger, but that's not out of the ordinary for me 'cause I'm a hopeless romantic (I fall in love with someone once a week). Somehow though, this was different. I can't explain it-it was nostalgic.
I wished her eyes would open. You can tell a lot about a person through their eyes. I would always go back to that room every day no matter what. I went to see if her eyes were open, but they never were. One week when I was very busy, I didn't make it at all. I was not falling in love with anybody else. Something inside me changed every time I visited. Slowly, but surely, I was falling deeper into a plot that I never would have imagined at the time.
The week I never made it, I was way too tired to go anywhere but to bed. We (the KNIGHTS force) were busy controlling riots and threats caused by a woman with supernatural powers. I believe her name was Europa. Nobody but me ever came close to catching her. The battles against her were long and extremely tiring. She always fought the whole time no matter how demanding it was.
After things cooled down a bit I went back to the shrine to see her again. Katie's eyes weren't open. She was the same as always; healthy and asleep. After a few hours, I went home.
Right after I got out of the shower, I received a call summoning me to KNIGHTS HQ. You know something's wrong when you're directly summoned to HQ. I put on my uniform instead of my armor and took my power rod with me just in case. Upon my arrival, I was told the emperor had summoned me. I was to wait while his majesty was delivered to HQ. I had never been so nervous in my entire life.
"Demos Maxwell," the messenger said. "The emperor is waiting for you in the delegation hall."
I was taken to the hall and escorted to the middle of the room where I knelt before my ruler.
"Demos, you have served me well in these days of panic," he said. "In truth I came here to ask for your help. You will be rewarded for doing so with a home in the Mars Colony." Now you may not know this, but we have found a way to live on planets like Earth through our advanced technology, but only people who are like Bill Gates rich can afford to live there, because it costs so much with all the living and teleportation fees. To receive an offer like this was not what we like to call common. I nearly tipped over when I heard. But there's always a catch.
"What would you have me do my lord?" I asked him.
"As you know, the attacks and threats here have rapidly increased over the last week. Incidents like these have been happening all over the establishments. They are getting out of hand. Our only defense against such attacks, are presently the KNIGHTS Military force. Despite our efforts we are barely keeping these individuals at bay. It is our duty to protect the citizens at all costs."
"Please forgive my rudeness my lord, but why are you telling me this?" I was getting confused pretty fast. He looked at me and sighed deeply.
"I just got out of an inter-establishment conference on this matter. It has been decided that we are to awaken the guardians."
I went into total shock. Thoughts rushed through me. They raced through my head, scaring me until he spoke once again.
"I understand what a shocking decision it is. I objected to it at first, but the point that there was no time left soon brought itself into view. The scriptures state that you are the key to awakening the guardian. Tomorrow at dawn, we shall go to the shrine and awaken her."
"Sire, why is it you think that I am the one the scriptures indicate to? How is it that you thought of me? And why is it you refer to her as 'the guardian' as though she isn't a real person?" I was outraged. I couldn't believe he expected me to just go along with this. The Guardians' revival is reserved for the utmost emergencies. This was a trivial matter that the KNIGHTS force could handle. She would surely be sealed again once she took care of it. I couldn't live with myself if I let that kind of thing befall her again.
He simply replied, "I understand you've been serving loyally, and loyalty is the key to her awakening. Only the most loyal soldier can awaken her."
I was in love with a girl I didn't even know. How could I let this happen? I know for me pain is a part of love, something you have to endure for true happiness to shine through.
Thanks for reading this chapter of Sapphire Midnight. I hope you have enjoyed it. Please review! If you have any questions about my story e-mail me. I'm glad to read your opinions whether they're good or bad. I love all the help you give me! Thanks for reading and hang tight for another chapter coming sooner than this one did. ^^ Love ya! Sapphire
Katie
Hi my name is Katie Jean Summers. I was born on October 25th, in a place formerly known as Sydney. I was taken from my home, like so many others, to Helman's Academy for my special training. It didn't affect me as deeply as the others though. I've always had a bad relationship with my parents. They hit me and screamed at me. They used me and threatened me. They sometimes forgot to feed me and gave me rags to wear. I never made any friends then. It wasn't until after I got to the Academy that I was treated somewhat like a human. I was given nice clothes, as much food as I wanted, and enough attention to make up for some of my heartache. I finally had friends. I was starting to feel happy at last!
I have the power to draw from the emotions of others and turn it into energy for an attack. That's why I'm so in tune with other people's emotions. My power is called love energy. Everyone's attack becomes more powerful when they have something to channel it through. My attacks are more easily used like that. My special weapon is the heart rod. It looks kind of like a magic wand except way more decorative. I can call on it whenever I need it because, like everyone else's special weapon, it has the power to teleport itself to my hand.
I've always felt out of place because of my parents' "TLC", but I never let that keep me down though. I always try to look on the bright side of things. When I was chosen, I went through constant pain, stress, and crying sessions. It was hard for me to get through it all. The last thought in my head before they sealed me was, "At least I can wake up again." I remember what it was like; endless chants, dim lights, ceremonial robes, incense, headaches, and worst of all, weakness. From that point on I was trapped inside my own mind. It was not pleasurable.
When I was trapped inside my head, I knew what was going on. It wasn't because I could see it or someone told me, I could just feel it. It was like an eerie sixth sense. I know it sounds weird and "I-see-dead- people" cliched, but it's true. All I could do was reflect upon myself. It was a nightmare. I hate my past; I just wanted to erase it. I did my best to run away from it but I couldn't avoid it. I tried to focus on the present, but I soon found out there wasn't going to be much in that present except for my visions and, ironically enough, my past. I spent about six months trapped in my past. It was pure torture.
I remembered the boy who'd been like a boyfriend to me. I clearly recalled everything about him. We were so in love. During that accursed tournament, before I won, I saw him die. It was one of the hardest things I've ever had to see. After that I'd become more of an introvert. I never loved anyone remotely near as much as I loved him, fearing they'd meet the same wretched end. I swore to myself I'd never fall in love again, but I knew I couldn't keep that vow forever.
I remembered how cruel my parents were and all the pain I had to feel as they abused me in numerous ways. But in the six months I spent like that, I realized you have to accept your past, otherwise you'd never be able to move on. From then on I lived in the present, occasionally remembering my horrible past. I let go of my anger and sadness, at least some of it. I will never forgive the wrongs done to me and I never forgot, but I refused to be sad.
Love is a terrible and beautiful thing, bringing both joy and sorrow. To me, I'll never forget, love is pain.
Demos
Hi there! I'm Demos Andrew Maxwell. I was born in a place that used to be called Sydney. My birthday is November 9th. I'm 18 and live in the KNIGHTS dorm. I'm a chick magnet! Not that I like to sound conceited, but I don't want all the unnecessary attention.
Anyway, let's skip that for now. I was taken from my home to go to Hell on Earth for my powers too. I control power created by peoples' emotions; "love energy." All my friends in Hell on Earth thought I was smart, which isn't necessarily a lie, I am smart, it's just sometimes I don't use much sense when it's needed. But enough of that, let's move on, shall we?
When I found Katie, she looked happy, yet sad. Her aura was similar to mine. It was weird. She was beautiful and tragically void of love at that point in time (I could feel it, I'm in tune with others' emotions). She had signs of great pain on her face. I stayed with her for the longest time; it was as though I were drawn to her. Somehow I'd fallen in love with a total stranger, but that's not out of the ordinary for me 'cause I'm a hopeless romantic (I fall in love with someone once a week). Somehow though, this was different. I can't explain it-it was nostalgic.
I wished her eyes would open. You can tell a lot about a person through their eyes. I would always go back to that room every day no matter what. I went to see if her eyes were open, but they never were. One week when I was very busy, I didn't make it at all. I was not falling in love with anybody else. Something inside me changed every time I visited. Slowly, but surely, I was falling deeper into a plot that I never would have imagined at the time.
The week I never made it, I was way too tired to go anywhere but to bed. We (the KNIGHTS force) were busy controlling riots and threats caused by a woman with supernatural powers. I believe her name was Europa. Nobody but me ever came close to catching her. The battles against her were long and extremely tiring. She always fought the whole time no matter how demanding it was.
After things cooled down a bit I went back to the shrine to see her again. Katie's eyes weren't open. She was the same as always; healthy and asleep. After a few hours, I went home.
Right after I got out of the shower, I received a call summoning me to KNIGHTS HQ. You know something's wrong when you're directly summoned to HQ. I put on my uniform instead of my armor and took my power rod with me just in case. Upon my arrival, I was told the emperor had summoned me. I was to wait while his majesty was delivered to HQ. I had never been so nervous in my entire life.
"Demos Maxwell," the messenger said. "The emperor is waiting for you in the delegation hall."
I was taken to the hall and escorted to the middle of the room where I knelt before my ruler.
"Demos, you have served me well in these days of panic," he said. "In truth I came here to ask for your help. You will be rewarded for doing so with a home in the Mars Colony." Now you may not know this, but we have found a way to live on planets like Earth through our advanced technology, but only people who are like Bill Gates rich can afford to live there, because it costs so much with all the living and teleportation fees. To receive an offer like this was not what we like to call common. I nearly tipped over when I heard. But there's always a catch.
"What would you have me do my lord?" I asked him.
"As you know, the attacks and threats here have rapidly increased over the last week. Incidents like these have been happening all over the establishments. They are getting out of hand. Our only defense against such attacks, are presently the KNIGHTS Military force. Despite our efforts we are barely keeping these individuals at bay. It is our duty to protect the citizens at all costs."
"Please forgive my rudeness my lord, but why are you telling me this?" I was getting confused pretty fast. He looked at me and sighed deeply.
"I just got out of an inter-establishment conference on this matter. It has been decided that we are to awaken the guardians."
I went into total shock. Thoughts rushed through me. They raced through my head, scaring me until he spoke once again.
"I understand what a shocking decision it is. I objected to it at first, but the point that there was no time left soon brought itself into view. The scriptures state that you are the key to awakening the guardian. Tomorrow at dawn, we shall go to the shrine and awaken her."
"Sire, why is it you think that I am the one the scriptures indicate to? How is it that you thought of me? And why is it you refer to her as 'the guardian' as though she isn't a real person?" I was outraged. I couldn't believe he expected me to just go along with this. The Guardians' revival is reserved for the utmost emergencies. This was a trivial matter that the KNIGHTS force could handle. She would surely be sealed again once she took care of it. I couldn't live with myself if I let that kind of thing befall her again.
He simply replied, "I understand you've been serving loyally, and loyalty is the key to her awakening. Only the most loyal soldier can awaken her."
I was in love with a girl I didn't even know. How could I let this happen? I know for me pain is a part of love, something you have to endure for true happiness to shine through.
Thanks for reading this chapter of Sapphire Midnight. I hope you have enjoyed it. Please review! If you have any questions about my story e-mail me. I'm glad to read your opinions whether they're good or bad. I love all the help you give me! Thanks for reading and hang tight for another chapter coming sooner than this one did. ^^ Love ya! Sapphire