Authors Note: Wow three whole reviews I must be doing great! (sarcasm) Oh
well I did like writing this story I think it has a lot of my imagination
and creativity. Actually its based on the idea that my friend Caitlyn, my
sister Maggie, and I made up I just went deeper into it is all. If you like
stories about Queen Serenity in her younger years then check out the story
by MORGANA10 called THE PAST THAT NEVER DIED. But she just posted it so
its only one chapter long, but trust me she has more to come!!!! I also
want to say sorry about taking so long to post, its just I had midterms all
last week so I was studying a lot of the time. Any way on with the new
chapter, Naomi Gone and Forgotten
Past of the Devils Chapter 5: Naomi, Gone and Forgotten
-------------FLASH FORWARD---------------
In her own training room, Clarice was breaking everything apart with her god-like strength. How could someone co evil be overcome with so much emotion at a thought of a single person? While ripping apart the punching bag, Clarice began to remember the young witch who was after the great wizard, Naomi.
------------FLASH BACK-----------------
Swimming as fast as possible, Luna and Serenity began their life long journey to stop the wicked Gabriel Dubear. Looking around the scenery, Luna expected more to the underwater life, but the only things moving about were Serenity, Salana, and herself. Of course beneath them was the swaying of the strands of seaweed. The water itself looked diseased, with its sickening color of green. It was noticeable, however, when everything seemed to get dark in an instant. The water was not green any more. Instead it looked at pitch black as the sky on a new moon.
Before making any signs of fear or hesitation, Salana commanded, "Don't be afraid, keep following me."
Serenity and Luna took each others hand without even looking at each other and continued. At the same time, they both noticed a light ahead of them. It was a very low light that shone an ivory white. Salana sliced through the water, like a bullet, towards the light. Luna and Serenity stopped for a moment, but they knew what they must do. Secretly they both feared that they wouldn't be able to hold their breath long enough. Their grip on each other got tighter and their speed faster. It felt as though they had died and the light was leading them to heaven. Though that was not the case. Instead, the light and Salana had lead them to an enormous baby blue sea shell.
Salana swam up to the shell after telling Luna and Serenity to stay behind. Salana ran her finger down the top of the shell. Voices from nowhere started to chant:
The moonlight dances in the night
Swiping evil before it takes flight
Three young ones dance with glee
Before they become the evil three
Soon enough they begin their prophecy
Ending soon the beloved monarchy
For some time the different voices chanted in unison. After a while, they began to break away and each different voice chanted different parts of the twisted rhyme. Serenity and Luna could not think anymore. It was like everything was spinning round and round, over and over again. The voices seemed to get faster and louder. Serenity could not help it but take a breath. She did not find herself gasping for air. She saw that she was in the majestic shell with Luna by her side. Luna had her eyes shut so tightly it looked like it hurt. Serenity stared at her with confusion and fear until she opened them. Luna's widen eyes darted the scenery until they connected with Serenity's. They stared at one another searching for answer, until they felt another presence. They looked in front of them to see Salana, her misty eyes meeting their confused.
"Please stop them." And with that, Salana blew into their eyes and they fell into a deep sleep.
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"Serenity! Serenity wake up!" Serenity's eyes lazily awoken to Luna's speedy voice and light tapping.
"Luna...where are we?" Her voice was tired.
"We're...we're here."
Finally coming to her senses and realizing what had happened before, Serenity saw and felt that she had been lying on warm soft sand. She expected to find the salty ocean air tickling at her nose, but instead it was overcome by the strong smells of spicy herbs, wild flowers, and more that she did not recognize.
"Luna, how long have I been asleep?"
"Well not much longer than myself. I just woke up only a few minutes ago." Luna paused and looked down at herself, and back at Serenity, "We both must have been asleep for a while because we're completely dry."
Serenity looked down at herself and then out to the sea. Strange enough the sea looked clean and warm, and was a nice solid blue color, as opposed to the one they had leaped in at the harbor. Scanning the sea, Serenity's face scrunched into a confused look and then she turned to Luna and asked, "Where's Salana?"
Luna could only shrug her shoulders, "The only thing I remember is having her blow on us." This is odd enough, because instead of feeling bubbles hit against my face, I felt warm air. But we were under water...weren't we? She said to herself, and then replied, "Oh yes, and she pleaded with us to stop them, whoever them are."
Yet again silence over powered the scene. The two teens looked around pondering about everything that had happened to them within only a few hours. From here on, they both knew that their lives would never be the same again. Serenity made the first move to get up.
While brushing off what was left of her gown, she said, "Well we came here for a reason, so let's find Naomi."
Luna looked to the forest just a few yards away, and then down at herself, "But Serenity, our gowns are ripped and we have no shoes." She wined.
Serenity looked down to Luna. She was not mad, nor was she upset. She was just tired and was holding back the tears.
"We don't know how long we've been here. For all we know it's been three days and Sky is dead. I know it will be painful to walk like this, but I'm willing to sacrifice my own comfort to get to this Naomi woman as soon as possible. I know you feel the same way, so please take my hand and let's get to her." Her voice was steady, but almost a little stern. Serenity reached down to take Luna's hand. After hearing Serenity's voice like that, Luna took her hand immediately. Together they ventured into the heart of Fantasia.
"How do you know where you are going Serenity?" Asked an annoyed Luna, who was struggling to push through a thorn bush without getting stuck or pricked.
"Well..." Serenity's voice trailed off and she picked up her speed.
"Serenity!" Cried Luna, trying to keep up with her. Luna had finally caught up with her and was now right behind her waiting for an explanation.
Serenity turned to her and smiled then finished her sentence from before by saying, "That's how." She pushed aside a bush to uncover a dusty road that was lined with old fashioned houses and stores. People in rather peculiar clothing walked along the road, and were coming in and out of all the buildings. Some of them turned on to a different road that was covered in cobble stones. There were even horse drawn carriages that were decked in colorful ribbons, silks, and flowers. Even more surprising was the fact that there were small elves running about, and fairies zooming around leaving colored dust as their trail. There were even centaurs playing the old fashioned flute for a group of little boys and girls at the corner side. The town was full of energy and magic, but the two girls could only stare in awe.
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"Luna! Serenity! Were in all hell are you two?" Sky yelled out. She had been searching throughout the entire kingdom for those two. "Maybe Endymion has heard from them, I mean Endymion and Serenity have been best friends since the beginning of time." She said to herself.
It was true. If there was any one to turn to it was Endymion, the Prince of Earth. No one knew, but young man had secretly fallen in love with Serenity, not knowing that she had felt the same way.
"Endymion open the damn door it's important!"
"Yeah what do you want Sky? What's so 'important'?" Said Endymion, as he opened the door. He was the boy that any girl would love to hold on a cold winter night. He had astounding blue eyes that were sometimes covered by long strands of his glossy dark hair. His face mounted perfectly against his head. Further down was a perfectly toned body with muscles. Muscles that weren't too big and weren't too small, they fit his frame perfectly. He knew himself that he could probably have any girl he wanted, but he kept all that love in until he found himself brave enough to confess it to the woman he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.
"Listen; do you know where Luna and Serenity are? They have been missing for almost a day now, and I'm getting worried. Besides, I also wanted to apologize to Serenity."
"Nah, I haven't seen them for a while now. But don't worry; those two don't even know how to get in trouble." His voice was as perfect as his appearance.
Sky gave him a Oh-Please-Don't-Get-Me-Started look. Even when they were young, the both of them have gotten themselves into the tightest of situations. Sky knew something was wrong and it showed. It felt like a dagger made of ice had sliced her back open. Endymion sensed how serious this could be and stopped his joking. His face tightened with determination to find them. He walked out onto the steps closing the door behind him and saying, "I'll help you find them."
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Through all the mud, rips, and tangles of their hair, you wouldn't be able to tell that they were two of the most beautiful women ever to be born. The people looked at them with disgust when the two of them came out into the open. Luna knew it wouldn't end up well at all if thirty or so witches and wizards gave them looks of hatred. Serenity, too, was nervous, but fixed herself up the best she could and strolled up to a magical stranger.
"Excuse me, but can you tell me where we might find a woman by the name of Naomi?" She asked sweetly.
"And you might you foreigners be?" Said the older-looking man with sideburns and a funny English accent.
"Just two girls seeking some help."
"Oh really," he said with a laugh, "Well you can find Lady Naomi living at the bottom of the Marii Volcano. Good luck to ya, she's not very friendly and likes to keep to 'erself."
Serenity and Luna looked farther past the town and saw in the distance a volcano. Serenity's eyes softened and she still wore a sweet- knowing smile. The man and some other people nearby listening in looked quite confused, except Luna. She knew better by know a merely said with a joking sigh, "Well let's get moving."
Again they venture into the dewy rain forest to the bottom of the fiery volcano, Marii. During their traveling they heard wind swishing about in the thickets. Someone was following them.
Luna gave a look to Serenity, and was responded with a simple nod. Luna used her Mou powers to morph into the crescent mooned, black cat. After she was fully morphed she leaped into the thickets searching for the mysterious follower. Serenity continued walking with a smirk painted on her face. Still with a smile she lowered her head and closed her eyes and moved her head side to side. She pitied the poor follower. She knew Luna would find them and not be very friendly. Just as she predicted, within a few seconds was a loud and distant 'OUCH'. A young girl came out. Her hair was a thin and wavy brown that was tangled all together. Green/orange eyes peered from her sockets. She wore a short skirt made of following crystal water, but it didn't show any thing. The dress showed her naked feet and her creamy bluish skin.
When she spoke, her voice seemed rough, like how a bark of a tree would sound if it spoke, "UG! Your wretched cat scratched me!"
Serenity gave her a calm cool 'Serenity Look', the one that said that she was right and you were wrong. She slowly spoke, "That 'cat' is my friend, Luna, and you only deserved it."
The strange girl gave her a scornful look. Then Luna came leaping out of the bushes. When her front paw touched the ground, she transformed into her human form. The girl gave them yet another look, this time annoyed, and said, "Oh great, are your witches too?"
Luna answered her with a cheerful laugh, "Of course not. We only have some powers, no where near a witches," she walked past to the girl and up to Serenity then turned and said, "What do you have against witches anyway?"
The girl crossed her arms and stuck her hip out, "My name is Ticina, I am a wood nymph. I hate witches because they have over powered my kind. The only witch that ever looked after us was Mistress Naomi. That is also why I am following you. I heard that there were two foreigners coming to see her and I didn't want them to madden her."
Luna and Serenity already sensed a rebel inside of her. But they also noticed a caring side to her, the way she was speaking of Naomi, it almost seemed like she was her mother. So the expression on her face was very placid.
"We mean no trouble. We need help and advice from Naomi, oh I'm sorry, I mean Lady Naomi." Serenity corrected herself, because she knew that Ticina held the up-most respect to Naomi and so she too should respect.
"Yes...well if that's all, may I ask what burdens you carry?" questioned Ticina, a little uneasy.
"We have been cursed with the presence of Gabriel Dubear." stated Luna.
Ticina uncrossed her arms and back away as if they were the walking dead. "No you can't, you---you-you can't!" Ticina stuttered while backing away almost tripping over herself.
"What are you talking about?! We are going to Naomi and we are going to confront her about Gabriel." Luna was through about being polite. She was tired and hungry, and she wanted Gabriel to be stopped.
Ticina stopped fidgeting and eased herself and came closer, "That's not what I meant."
"Well than Ticina, what did you mean?" questioned Serenity.
She paused. "...ya know what forget about it, let me escort you to my mistress."
Although the two royals were confused by Ticina's actions, they ignored what happened and traveled with the rebellious nymph.
Traveling up to the volcano, Ticina was informed about Luna and Serenity's adventure so far.
"So then how are you going to get back to you homeland?"
Luna and Serenity stopped in their tracks. They froze like they had been draped from head to toe in ice. They gave each other painful looks.
"Luna, how are we going to get back?" whimpered Serenity.
"Hopefully, Salana will come back for us."
"But what if it's too late?!"
"I'm sure Mistress Naomi can fix everything." interrupted Ticina. When it came to Naomi, Ticina had no doubts.
After many hours of walking through swaps, dirt, mud, and tall grass did they come to a dead end mad of huge boulders.
"Oh well...you see this? This right here? Was a waste of time." Luna was agitated.
"Ticina how come you didn't lead us into the right direction?" Serenity was becoming a little annoyed at how long this all took. She began to walk around in small circles.
"Hey don't get mad at me, I took you along the right path." Ticina said offending herself.
"Well mind explaining the huge rocks here?" asked Luna.
'Yes, well, you see...I haven't seen my mistress in over a month, because she put this barrier of rocks. She has been acting so depressed lately. Anyway the only way to get through is if you touch it. Beware, only if you have positive energy will you pass, if you don't you will die instantly." warned Ticina.
"Let me guess, none of you are brave enough to touch it?" asked Luna in her most sarcastic voice. (Which isn't THAT sarcastic).
"Well—uh---no....but...SERENITY WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!" yelled Ticina.
Over at the mound of boulders Serenity was about to lay her hand against them. Still facing the rocks she answered, "It will not harm me." Luna looked over to her. Goosebumps ran down her spine and up her legs and through her arms at the thought of how confident Serenity was. Serenity finally placed her palm on one of the boulders. Instantly she felt her blood boil, but she did not remove her hand. After moments of the agony, the rocks finally began to crack and fall into thousands of tiny pieces. Ticina and Luna were blinded by the light brown dust that arose, but when all was cleared they saw Serenity standing proudly before a cobble road. Beyond those once standing rocks lay a whole other world. No longer were there vast rain forests or gunky swamps. Instead, in the distance a white soothing waterfall fed the rosemary flowers growing on the shore line. Hummingbirds flew with the gentle breeze over a garden of spices and herbs. The road led up to a gorgeous house that seemed to copy the same structure of a Japanese feudal-era mansion. Luna swore she saw a dragon flying in the distance. This paradise lay under a sky painted with the colors of orange, midnight blue, and lip-colored pink. Even though it was daylight, the ivory colored full moon floated in the spell-casted sky. The three girls stood staring. Their eyes and expressions glazed over. Ticina tip-toed gracefully into the new world. Luna and Serenity followed her lead. When they had all fully entered, the specks of rocks began to rise and form again into the boulders they once were. The three girls peeked around at the magic before them like three little children in a candy store. They decided to walk in the perfectly cut grass, feeling its softness and occasionally giggling as it tickled their bare feet.
"But where is Volcano Marii?" asked Luna.
"Don't worry, you'll see." replied Ticina in a mischievous
voice. the same structure of a Japanese fuedal-w Serenity
standing proudly befo
The waterfall came before the mansion, so the girls passed it first. When they walked by, they found themselves in a curtain of cool mist. The mist soon became so thick that they couldn't see their own selves. When they had finally escaped it, they looked up behind the mansion to see a mountain of glitter. Only after a few seconds did a volcano take its place. Volcano Marii.
They had finally arrived. Standing before the mansion, Ticina tapped on the door.
"Mistress... Mistress Naomi? It's me Ticina, I have visitors... may we come in?"
The door slid open without anyone being there. From inside emerged the luscious scents of cream vanilla and fresh kiwi. The sunshine shone through brightly colored stain glass windows revealing the dustless house. Anyone could tell this house was that of a witch. Along the shelves in the kitchen were scented candles, and exotic jewels held in jars. Walking along the polished wooden floor, the girls could see different leaves and herds in the glass cabinets. Venturing into other rooms, the three of them could see quilts of vibrant colors and design hanging over furniture and walls. The furniture in all the rooms was plain and simple, yet new and comforting. By a fire place was a beautifully carved wooden rocking chair, decorated with big puffy pillows. Nearby was a low table surrounded by big blue pillows and had the cutest little tea set all around. Discovering all the rooms, they went to a small den that had a round wooden table and papers scattered all over it. There was another fire place. This one was much smaller, but had a flickering fire. This was right next to the table, near the corner. A small chair faced the fire. By look of the design it seemed to be one of those chairs that spun about. When it turned it wasn't empty.
Naomi.
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Silvertensai: OMG that is like my favorite chapter so far!!! Eek!! Please tell me if you liked it or not by leaving a review!!! Please make me happy!!!!!! Thank you so much if you do, and don't worry the next chapter will be up soon and it will be called Chapter 6: The Witch of Naboga
Past of the Devils Chapter 5: Naomi, Gone and Forgotten
-------------FLASH FORWARD---------------
In her own training room, Clarice was breaking everything apart with her god-like strength. How could someone co evil be overcome with so much emotion at a thought of a single person? While ripping apart the punching bag, Clarice began to remember the young witch who was after the great wizard, Naomi.
------------FLASH BACK-----------------
Swimming as fast as possible, Luna and Serenity began their life long journey to stop the wicked Gabriel Dubear. Looking around the scenery, Luna expected more to the underwater life, but the only things moving about were Serenity, Salana, and herself. Of course beneath them was the swaying of the strands of seaweed. The water itself looked diseased, with its sickening color of green. It was noticeable, however, when everything seemed to get dark in an instant. The water was not green any more. Instead it looked at pitch black as the sky on a new moon.
Before making any signs of fear or hesitation, Salana commanded, "Don't be afraid, keep following me."
Serenity and Luna took each others hand without even looking at each other and continued. At the same time, they both noticed a light ahead of them. It was a very low light that shone an ivory white. Salana sliced through the water, like a bullet, towards the light. Luna and Serenity stopped for a moment, but they knew what they must do. Secretly they both feared that they wouldn't be able to hold their breath long enough. Their grip on each other got tighter and their speed faster. It felt as though they had died and the light was leading them to heaven. Though that was not the case. Instead, the light and Salana had lead them to an enormous baby blue sea shell.
Salana swam up to the shell after telling Luna and Serenity to stay behind. Salana ran her finger down the top of the shell. Voices from nowhere started to chant:
The moonlight dances in the night
Swiping evil before it takes flight
Three young ones dance with glee
Before they become the evil three
Soon enough they begin their prophecy
Ending soon the beloved monarchy
For some time the different voices chanted in unison. After a while, they began to break away and each different voice chanted different parts of the twisted rhyme. Serenity and Luna could not think anymore. It was like everything was spinning round and round, over and over again. The voices seemed to get faster and louder. Serenity could not help it but take a breath. She did not find herself gasping for air. She saw that she was in the majestic shell with Luna by her side. Luna had her eyes shut so tightly it looked like it hurt. Serenity stared at her with confusion and fear until she opened them. Luna's widen eyes darted the scenery until they connected with Serenity's. They stared at one another searching for answer, until they felt another presence. They looked in front of them to see Salana, her misty eyes meeting their confused.
"Please stop them." And with that, Salana blew into their eyes and they fell into a deep sleep.
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"Serenity! Serenity wake up!" Serenity's eyes lazily awoken to Luna's speedy voice and light tapping.
"Luna...where are we?" Her voice was tired.
"We're...we're here."
Finally coming to her senses and realizing what had happened before, Serenity saw and felt that she had been lying on warm soft sand. She expected to find the salty ocean air tickling at her nose, but instead it was overcome by the strong smells of spicy herbs, wild flowers, and more that she did not recognize.
"Luna, how long have I been asleep?"
"Well not much longer than myself. I just woke up only a few minutes ago." Luna paused and looked down at herself, and back at Serenity, "We both must have been asleep for a while because we're completely dry."
Serenity looked down at herself and then out to the sea. Strange enough the sea looked clean and warm, and was a nice solid blue color, as opposed to the one they had leaped in at the harbor. Scanning the sea, Serenity's face scrunched into a confused look and then she turned to Luna and asked, "Where's Salana?"
Luna could only shrug her shoulders, "The only thing I remember is having her blow on us." This is odd enough, because instead of feeling bubbles hit against my face, I felt warm air. But we were under water...weren't we? She said to herself, and then replied, "Oh yes, and she pleaded with us to stop them, whoever them are."
Yet again silence over powered the scene. The two teens looked around pondering about everything that had happened to them within only a few hours. From here on, they both knew that their lives would never be the same again. Serenity made the first move to get up.
While brushing off what was left of her gown, she said, "Well we came here for a reason, so let's find Naomi."
Luna looked to the forest just a few yards away, and then down at herself, "But Serenity, our gowns are ripped and we have no shoes." She wined.
Serenity looked down to Luna. She was not mad, nor was she upset. She was just tired and was holding back the tears.
"We don't know how long we've been here. For all we know it's been three days and Sky is dead. I know it will be painful to walk like this, but I'm willing to sacrifice my own comfort to get to this Naomi woman as soon as possible. I know you feel the same way, so please take my hand and let's get to her." Her voice was steady, but almost a little stern. Serenity reached down to take Luna's hand. After hearing Serenity's voice like that, Luna took her hand immediately. Together they ventured into the heart of Fantasia.
"How do you know where you are going Serenity?" Asked an annoyed Luna, who was struggling to push through a thorn bush without getting stuck or pricked.
"Well..." Serenity's voice trailed off and she picked up her speed.
"Serenity!" Cried Luna, trying to keep up with her. Luna had finally caught up with her and was now right behind her waiting for an explanation.
Serenity turned to her and smiled then finished her sentence from before by saying, "That's how." She pushed aside a bush to uncover a dusty road that was lined with old fashioned houses and stores. People in rather peculiar clothing walked along the road, and were coming in and out of all the buildings. Some of them turned on to a different road that was covered in cobble stones. There were even horse drawn carriages that were decked in colorful ribbons, silks, and flowers. Even more surprising was the fact that there were small elves running about, and fairies zooming around leaving colored dust as their trail. There were even centaurs playing the old fashioned flute for a group of little boys and girls at the corner side. The town was full of energy and magic, but the two girls could only stare in awe.
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"Luna! Serenity! Were in all hell are you two?" Sky yelled out. She had been searching throughout the entire kingdom for those two. "Maybe Endymion has heard from them, I mean Endymion and Serenity have been best friends since the beginning of time." She said to herself.
It was true. If there was any one to turn to it was Endymion, the Prince of Earth. No one knew, but young man had secretly fallen in love with Serenity, not knowing that she had felt the same way.
"Endymion open the damn door it's important!"
"Yeah what do you want Sky? What's so 'important'?" Said Endymion, as he opened the door. He was the boy that any girl would love to hold on a cold winter night. He had astounding blue eyes that were sometimes covered by long strands of his glossy dark hair. His face mounted perfectly against his head. Further down was a perfectly toned body with muscles. Muscles that weren't too big and weren't too small, they fit his frame perfectly. He knew himself that he could probably have any girl he wanted, but he kept all that love in until he found himself brave enough to confess it to the woman he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.
"Listen; do you know where Luna and Serenity are? They have been missing for almost a day now, and I'm getting worried. Besides, I also wanted to apologize to Serenity."
"Nah, I haven't seen them for a while now. But don't worry; those two don't even know how to get in trouble." His voice was as perfect as his appearance.
Sky gave him a Oh-Please-Don't-Get-Me-Started look. Even when they were young, the both of them have gotten themselves into the tightest of situations. Sky knew something was wrong and it showed. It felt like a dagger made of ice had sliced her back open. Endymion sensed how serious this could be and stopped his joking. His face tightened with determination to find them. He walked out onto the steps closing the door behind him and saying, "I'll help you find them."
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Through all the mud, rips, and tangles of their hair, you wouldn't be able to tell that they were two of the most beautiful women ever to be born. The people looked at them with disgust when the two of them came out into the open. Luna knew it wouldn't end up well at all if thirty or so witches and wizards gave them looks of hatred. Serenity, too, was nervous, but fixed herself up the best she could and strolled up to a magical stranger.
"Excuse me, but can you tell me where we might find a woman by the name of Naomi?" She asked sweetly.
"And you might you foreigners be?" Said the older-looking man with sideburns and a funny English accent.
"Just two girls seeking some help."
"Oh really," he said with a laugh, "Well you can find Lady Naomi living at the bottom of the Marii Volcano. Good luck to ya, she's not very friendly and likes to keep to 'erself."
Serenity and Luna looked farther past the town and saw in the distance a volcano. Serenity's eyes softened and she still wore a sweet- knowing smile. The man and some other people nearby listening in looked quite confused, except Luna. She knew better by know a merely said with a joking sigh, "Well let's get moving."
Again they venture into the dewy rain forest to the bottom of the fiery volcano, Marii. During their traveling they heard wind swishing about in the thickets. Someone was following them.
Luna gave a look to Serenity, and was responded with a simple nod. Luna used her Mou powers to morph into the crescent mooned, black cat. After she was fully morphed she leaped into the thickets searching for the mysterious follower. Serenity continued walking with a smirk painted on her face. Still with a smile she lowered her head and closed her eyes and moved her head side to side. She pitied the poor follower. She knew Luna would find them and not be very friendly. Just as she predicted, within a few seconds was a loud and distant 'OUCH'. A young girl came out. Her hair was a thin and wavy brown that was tangled all together. Green/orange eyes peered from her sockets. She wore a short skirt made of following crystal water, but it didn't show any thing. The dress showed her naked feet and her creamy bluish skin.
When she spoke, her voice seemed rough, like how a bark of a tree would sound if it spoke, "UG! Your wretched cat scratched me!"
Serenity gave her a calm cool 'Serenity Look', the one that said that she was right and you were wrong. She slowly spoke, "That 'cat' is my friend, Luna, and you only deserved it."
The strange girl gave her a scornful look. Then Luna came leaping out of the bushes. When her front paw touched the ground, she transformed into her human form. The girl gave them yet another look, this time annoyed, and said, "Oh great, are your witches too?"
Luna answered her with a cheerful laugh, "Of course not. We only have some powers, no where near a witches," she walked past to the girl and up to Serenity then turned and said, "What do you have against witches anyway?"
The girl crossed her arms and stuck her hip out, "My name is Ticina, I am a wood nymph. I hate witches because they have over powered my kind. The only witch that ever looked after us was Mistress Naomi. That is also why I am following you. I heard that there were two foreigners coming to see her and I didn't want them to madden her."
Luna and Serenity already sensed a rebel inside of her. But they also noticed a caring side to her, the way she was speaking of Naomi, it almost seemed like she was her mother. So the expression on her face was very placid.
"We mean no trouble. We need help and advice from Naomi, oh I'm sorry, I mean Lady Naomi." Serenity corrected herself, because she knew that Ticina held the up-most respect to Naomi and so she too should respect.
"Yes...well if that's all, may I ask what burdens you carry?" questioned Ticina, a little uneasy.
"We have been cursed with the presence of Gabriel Dubear." stated Luna.
Ticina uncrossed her arms and back away as if they were the walking dead. "No you can't, you---you-you can't!" Ticina stuttered while backing away almost tripping over herself.
"What are you talking about?! We are going to Naomi and we are going to confront her about Gabriel." Luna was through about being polite. She was tired and hungry, and she wanted Gabriel to be stopped.
Ticina stopped fidgeting and eased herself and came closer, "That's not what I meant."
"Well than Ticina, what did you mean?" questioned Serenity.
She paused. "...ya know what forget about it, let me escort you to my mistress."
Although the two royals were confused by Ticina's actions, they ignored what happened and traveled with the rebellious nymph.
Traveling up to the volcano, Ticina was informed about Luna and Serenity's adventure so far.
"So then how are you going to get back to you homeland?"
Luna and Serenity stopped in their tracks. They froze like they had been draped from head to toe in ice. They gave each other painful looks.
"Luna, how are we going to get back?" whimpered Serenity.
"Hopefully, Salana will come back for us."
"But what if it's too late?!"
"I'm sure Mistress Naomi can fix everything." interrupted Ticina. When it came to Naomi, Ticina had no doubts.
After many hours of walking through swaps, dirt, mud, and tall grass did they come to a dead end mad of huge boulders.
"Oh well...you see this? This right here? Was a waste of time." Luna was agitated.
"Ticina how come you didn't lead us into the right direction?" Serenity was becoming a little annoyed at how long this all took. She began to walk around in small circles.
"Hey don't get mad at me, I took you along the right path." Ticina said offending herself.
"Well mind explaining the huge rocks here?" asked Luna.
'Yes, well, you see...I haven't seen my mistress in over a month, because she put this barrier of rocks. She has been acting so depressed lately. Anyway the only way to get through is if you touch it. Beware, only if you have positive energy will you pass, if you don't you will die instantly." warned Ticina.
"Let me guess, none of you are brave enough to touch it?" asked Luna in her most sarcastic voice. (Which isn't THAT sarcastic).
"Well—uh---no....but...SERENITY WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!" yelled Ticina.
Over at the mound of boulders Serenity was about to lay her hand against them. Still facing the rocks she answered, "It will not harm me." Luna looked over to her. Goosebumps ran down her spine and up her legs and through her arms at the thought of how confident Serenity was. Serenity finally placed her palm on one of the boulders. Instantly she felt her blood boil, but she did not remove her hand. After moments of the agony, the rocks finally began to crack and fall into thousands of tiny pieces. Ticina and Luna were blinded by the light brown dust that arose, but when all was cleared they saw Serenity standing proudly before a cobble road. Beyond those once standing rocks lay a whole other world. No longer were there vast rain forests or gunky swamps. Instead, in the distance a white soothing waterfall fed the rosemary flowers growing on the shore line. Hummingbirds flew with the gentle breeze over a garden of spices and herbs. The road led up to a gorgeous house that seemed to copy the same structure of a Japanese feudal-era mansion. Luna swore she saw a dragon flying in the distance. This paradise lay under a sky painted with the colors of orange, midnight blue, and lip-colored pink. Even though it was daylight, the ivory colored full moon floated in the spell-casted sky. The three girls stood staring. Their eyes and expressions glazed over. Ticina tip-toed gracefully into the new world. Luna and Serenity followed her lead. When they had all fully entered, the specks of rocks began to rise and form again into the boulders they once were. The three girls peeked around at the magic before them like three little children in a candy store. They decided to walk in the perfectly cut grass, feeling its softness and occasionally giggling as it tickled their bare feet.
"But where is Volcano Marii?" asked Luna.
"Don't worry, you'll see." replied Ticina in a mischievous
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The waterfall came before the mansion, so the girls passed it first. When they walked by, they found themselves in a curtain of cool mist. The mist soon became so thick that they couldn't see their own selves. When they had finally escaped it, they looked up behind the mansion to see a mountain of glitter. Only after a few seconds did a volcano take its place. Volcano Marii.
They had finally arrived. Standing before the mansion, Ticina tapped on the door.
"Mistress... Mistress Naomi? It's me Ticina, I have visitors... may we come in?"
The door slid open without anyone being there. From inside emerged the luscious scents of cream vanilla and fresh kiwi. The sunshine shone through brightly colored stain glass windows revealing the dustless house. Anyone could tell this house was that of a witch. Along the shelves in the kitchen were scented candles, and exotic jewels held in jars. Walking along the polished wooden floor, the girls could see different leaves and herds in the glass cabinets. Venturing into other rooms, the three of them could see quilts of vibrant colors and design hanging over furniture and walls. The furniture in all the rooms was plain and simple, yet new and comforting. By a fire place was a beautifully carved wooden rocking chair, decorated with big puffy pillows. Nearby was a low table surrounded by big blue pillows and had the cutest little tea set all around. Discovering all the rooms, they went to a small den that had a round wooden table and papers scattered all over it. There was another fire place. This one was much smaller, but had a flickering fire. This was right next to the table, near the corner. A small chair faced the fire. By look of the design it seemed to be one of those chairs that spun about. When it turned it wasn't empty.
Naomi.
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Silvertensai: OMG that is like my favorite chapter so far!!! Eek!! Please tell me if you liked it or not by leaving a review!!! Please make me happy!!!!!! Thank you so much if you do, and don't worry the next chapter will be up soon and it will be called Chapter 6: The Witch of Naboga