Howdy yet again! I'm just a tad bit bored, and I'm doing my best to
get things started. Can't update on the daily basis, but will try to keep
it twice a month. Anyways... you know the drill by now. I do not own Legend
of Legaia. Wish I did, but don't, so I cannot whine about it. Anyways...
chapter two, Hyaire's Advent is now in session! This chapter is in first
person to make this seem simpler... for me. Maybe I should write these in
shorter stories... at least I can manage them easier.
I knew this was going to happen. Let me explain. I live in the Village of Coru, with my wife, Lunette, my son Tashi, and my niece, June. I am Hyaire Mihao. I'm an astrologist/scientist. Recently, I have noticed the lake in our village had died out considerably. It's water level has decreased heavily in the last month. Earlier today, it had died out completely.
The cause is a hole in the bottom of the lake that is sucking the water away from the lake into an unknown source. Tonight, I plan to have a meeting with the entire community. This crisis will affect our crops and cause a drought for a very long time. Right now, we are living off supplies sent by Regenaught Castle and the surrounding villages of Kilirra, Youla, and Be-Heil. Right now, my job is to get the supply back, and find out who has stopped the flow of water from the great Mount Tora.
The sun is now at it's peak. That's good for me, as I can get some rest before the meeting. I rolled over in my bed to look out of the window. Seems like the others are still worried. I don't know how long this may last, but if I go to Mount Tora, I will find the answer to this problem. I really wasn't paying attention because in my daydreaming stupor I heard knocking.
"Uncle Hyaire?" June's voice called. "It's time for lunch, so hurry up already!"
For a while, I never noticed that June is more or less my daughter in a sense. I've had her since she was about four years old. Lunette and I adopted her when Ikari, my youngest sister died of sickness. I never would imagine that she'd grow to be such a wonderful young woman. June looks a lot like Ikari, too. Ikari also had silver hair, but it was outlined with lavender, too. June will not call me "Dad", but I'm happy to be here for her now. Even though surprisingly, June and Tashi have gotten along very well. Now, if those nightmares of hers could be controlled... They destroy the poor sweetheart. I don't know how she deals with them... but she hasn't faltered. She's stronger than I would've ever been mentally. Lunette and I wonder if Ikari triggers them after her passing. Tashi stays by her side and hopes that they'll go away. Even Lunette has taken an interest in June. Actually, most of the arguments on the house are from those two. They get along, then fight, and then get along again... it's quite the spectacle.
At first, I thought she would hate him because of the divided attention. June became more of an older sister and best friend to Tashi. They both are very obedient children. I thought June would become a rebellious teenager. She has to a degree, but she does know when to stop and when not to take things to the next level. Tashi admires her a lot and often hopes she can become a really famous and talented woman. Therefore, I hope the best for her as well.
"Uncle! Your food will get cold if you don't hurry up!" she yelled.
"Alright, I'm coming." I answered. I walked into the kitchen and smiled at everyone. They seemed a little depressed after the events of this morning. June was worse for wear. While the Elder and I talked, she was under another nightmare. Tashi handled it very well for his first time witnessing one and being alone with her in the process. Lunette set down some fish, rice, and corn. When I started eating, the others joined slowly.
"Dear, don't you have any idea how we feel?" Lunette asked, "You're jovial, and that's not a good thing."
"Oh come on, Auntie. Maybe he's got a really cool solution." June remarked, "I'd love to help him on this problem... but I'm too young and someone has to stay at the house to help." She added sadly.
"I don't have an absolute solution, but I do know that checking out Mount Tora would be a good idea," I answered, "Besides, June. You're coming along with me." This caused everyone to freeze in place. 'And this may cost me my head...'
"Hyaire? Are you serious?" Lunette asked. "You'll get her killed!"
"There are very few monsters living there. Whatever we can't kill, we can definitely outrun." I replied. "I promise, I won't get June hurt. She is the only one in the village besides Tashi that knows that mountain. And I refuse to let Tashi come with us."
"I...I... I'm honored to join you, Uncle!" June said with a crimson hue. "I'll do my best. When do we leave?"
"Between tomorrow morning and the day after. We're not sure." I answered. "June, understand that you must be very careful. If we get lost, you'll have to help us."
"Mom? Are you okay?" Tashi asked. Lunette kept a straight face about my journeys. She had never approved of my taking anyone out of this out unless it was absolutely necessary. In this scenario... Junes' cooperation was paramount to our village's survival. She sat down at the table, not saying a word and continued eating.
"June, Tashi, when you are finished, please go to the Elder's house. I think he would like to know about your most recent nightmare." Lunette monotonously added. "I don't want any arguments... but just be careful. Be back here before sunset, okay? Take you jackets, too. It's gonna get cold."
"We understand," They answered in unison. "I'll tell all I can remember, Lunette." The kids finished their meals quickly and left for the Elder's house. Smart kids, they don't wanna sit through what I'm about to listen to. After putting away their dishes, Lunette turned her attention directly at me. I knew what I did...
"Hyaire, why are you doing this? Why do you want to put yourself in danger?" Lunette asked.
"We have to find the source of the problem. You know the water runs from Mount Tora." I answered.
"That does not answer my question."
"Dear, I'm sorry. I have to do something! Do you want to die? Or the Mist to come back?" I asked angrily, "I don't want that, Lunette. The nearest Genesis Tree is in Kilirra, and we don't have much time left." Lunette's face lost color upon the mentioning of the Mist.
"What about June? Why does she have to be involved?"
"Because we don't have much of a choice. Do you think I would want to involve her? Of course not! We must hurry and find the water."
"Hyaire... you know what?" I did not understand the question, but I knew something wasn't right. "You know that June is scared right now. What about her communication powers? What about your own safety? Don't you know what could happen? You know Grodnai lives there! It could kill you! Or worse, June! How do you think I fell? I could lose my husband or my niece, or even both! Don't you think of other people before you do things? You could die... you could die...both of you could go, and never come back." Lunette began sobbing heavily and then broke down crying. "Why do the people I love always risk their lives? I'm going to have gray hair before I'm fifty!" I sat next to my wife, wrapped my arms around her, and pulled her close. I love her so much, I know. But how could I do this without a second thought? I had let go of her and stood up, facing the door to my room.
"I'm sorry, Lunette." I said. "I have to do this. If anything happens, we will... we'll abort immediately. We'll quit and come back. I promise. And if something happens to June, I will not come back, because I'll already be dead."
"You're putting everything on the line to protect our village." She said. "If you fail... then no one will ever know."
"I'm sure you'll find out... now stop worrying. I'm going to lie down and sleep. Let me know when June comes back." I calmly walked into my room and sat up on my bed. At sunset, we are going to have a meeting about everything, from the water shortage to the exploration. I couldn't hide anything else any longer... I have an obligation and a reputation to uphold.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
"June, what's wrong?" Tashi asked. "Is that Nightmare still getting at you?"
We continued walking toward Elder Orlandi's place. I knew that Nightmare was eating at me. It was going to gnaw at my soul and my life... I have recently understood my dreams. I heard Tashi's question, but I didn't feel up to answering just yet. Not until I know what's going on. But why me? I'm an ordinary fifteen year old raised in a small village. It's not as if I'm going to become a hero or something, I mean, come on! Let's be real. I have problems understanding my life and myself, not including my family and my village.
"Tashi, here's a question for you." I pointed out. We had both stopped walking, Tashi standing at my side. "Do you think that I'm really going to quit because of one nightmare?"
"No! I mean... I'm just really worried, Junie." He retorted nervously. "I just want you to be happy again."
"You're overprotective of me, Tashi. And that's not good because you're almost seven years younger than me!" I began laughing. "Are you going to become like some of these other perverts around here?
"I don't see what's do funny, Junie! I love you a lot, and I don't think that's very nice to make fun of me!" he yelled. I stopped laughing and realized how badly I had hurt his feelings.
"I'm sorry, Tashi. I really didn't mean it." I apologized to him. 'He deserves that, though...the insult and apology. Then again, I wish Tashi wouldn't worry about me so much. He's worried that something might happen to me.' "Can you forgive the big meanie?"
"No."
"Why not?" I asked, sneaking up behind him and began tickling him. He started laughing and rolling around while I tickled him some more.
"Because you're tickling me!" he answered while laughing. I smiled at the response, it was a good thing he was happy now. "Junie, will you... quit tickl..ing... me?"
"Alright, only because I love you too, Tashi." I answered sweetly. We began back on our short walk to Elder Orlandi's place and I looked around once again. The sun was drooping a little, but that didn't mean we couldn't enjoy it. However, Lunette would probably call the Elder by now, so we should get going. When we had reached the Elder's home, the door was open and so were the windows. Tashi stopped in front of the door and with a simple, "You check the inside", I walked inside the house. The elder's home was much more decorative, containing works of art, jewels, some old weapons, and many papers. I knew something was awry when I did not see the elder in his study, or in his room. Maybe he wasn't home. But why would he leave his door open? Elder Orlandi is extremely careful about stuff, and doesn't leave things around... like his door. I walked back into the main room looked around again,
"Tashi?" I yelled. "Tashi, come inside!" he quickly came into the room and looked around.
"The Elder isn't home?"
"Maybe he's still at the lake."
"I don't know about that." A voice called. Tashi and I froze. Someone had broken into the house!
"Tashi, did you hear what I heard?" I asked nervously. He nodded and moved closer to me. "Who are you? Where are you? Show yourself!"
"Could someone else be here besides us?" he asked. "What about Mrs. Lucre? She stays here often, too."
"True, but what about the elder?" I asked. 'But the voice was male... that means someone else is here."
"He's not home right now." The voice answered. This weird, creepy, feeling washed over me for a split second, and that's all I needed to know that something bad was going to happen. Before I could react, something crashed over my head, knocking me directly to my knees. It was a set-up...the last thing I remember was the hardness on the floor and the color...red.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Obviously, June wasn't back from the Elder's place just yet. It's sunset, Lunette told them to get home as soon as possible. Lunette began to wonder as well, I know. It was better if we went to the meeting, maybe they'll just accompany Elder Orlandi. At least they're somewhere safe. Lunette and I walked out of the house and went towards the village square where everyone was gathered. Even though we were an agricultural community, we do have some modern technology. It wasn't too long before I heard the elder's voice.
"And for our most current situation, our water supply. As you may already know, Hyaire will be going to Mt Tora. However, it's not for a hike, but to find out why the water supply is now hindered. I would like for Hyaire to come forward now," Orlandi spoke, "and tell us about Mt. Tora." The village was very well prepared for these types of explorations, but this one was more of a rescue mission. I had walked up to the elder through the crowd of people. Before I could even muster the words to speak, I heard my son's yelling from across the village. When he had reached me, he was crying.
"Dad!" he cried, "Junie's been kidnapped! We went to the elder's house and these guys came and kidnapped her! He hit her over the head with a table and then they carried her away!" Upon hearing this, Lunette fainted as a couple of people helped her fall.
I can't believe this! First the water, then my niece! How can this possibly get any worse! Oh dear Rem... why? What did she do to deserve this? I swear I'm going to get her back! This is now a personal war. If they even so as remove one lock of hair on June... Arrgh! I can't even think of how badly I'll hurt them! I promise my life, I'll get you back!
Well! How about that? Not only do we have water problems, but also June's kidnapping now gives Hyaire not one, but two battles to win! I hope he gets some help from his village or at least some reinforcements from the military! Look out for Hyaire's Advent Part 2- High Stakes. This is SnakeBlade signing off... please R&R! See you there!
I knew this was going to happen. Let me explain. I live in the Village of Coru, with my wife, Lunette, my son Tashi, and my niece, June. I am Hyaire Mihao. I'm an astrologist/scientist. Recently, I have noticed the lake in our village had died out considerably. It's water level has decreased heavily in the last month. Earlier today, it had died out completely.
The cause is a hole in the bottom of the lake that is sucking the water away from the lake into an unknown source. Tonight, I plan to have a meeting with the entire community. This crisis will affect our crops and cause a drought for a very long time. Right now, we are living off supplies sent by Regenaught Castle and the surrounding villages of Kilirra, Youla, and Be-Heil. Right now, my job is to get the supply back, and find out who has stopped the flow of water from the great Mount Tora.
The sun is now at it's peak. That's good for me, as I can get some rest before the meeting. I rolled over in my bed to look out of the window. Seems like the others are still worried. I don't know how long this may last, but if I go to Mount Tora, I will find the answer to this problem. I really wasn't paying attention because in my daydreaming stupor I heard knocking.
"Uncle Hyaire?" June's voice called. "It's time for lunch, so hurry up already!"
For a while, I never noticed that June is more or less my daughter in a sense. I've had her since she was about four years old. Lunette and I adopted her when Ikari, my youngest sister died of sickness. I never would imagine that she'd grow to be such a wonderful young woman. June looks a lot like Ikari, too. Ikari also had silver hair, but it was outlined with lavender, too. June will not call me "Dad", but I'm happy to be here for her now. Even though surprisingly, June and Tashi have gotten along very well. Now, if those nightmares of hers could be controlled... They destroy the poor sweetheart. I don't know how she deals with them... but she hasn't faltered. She's stronger than I would've ever been mentally. Lunette and I wonder if Ikari triggers them after her passing. Tashi stays by her side and hopes that they'll go away. Even Lunette has taken an interest in June. Actually, most of the arguments on the house are from those two. They get along, then fight, and then get along again... it's quite the spectacle.
At first, I thought she would hate him because of the divided attention. June became more of an older sister and best friend to Tashi. They both are very obedient children. I thought June would become a rebellious teenager. She has to a degree, but she does know when to stop and when not to take things to the next level. Tashi admires her a lot and often hopes she can become a really famous and talented woman. Therefore, I hope the best for her as well.
"Uncle! Your food will get cold if you don't hurry up!" she yelled.
"Alright, I'm coming." I answered. I walked into the kitchen and smiled at everyone. They seemed a little depressed after the events of this morning. June was worse for wear. While the Elder and I talked, she was under another nightmare. Tashi handled it very well for his first time witnessing one and being alone with her in the process. Lunette set down some fish, rice, and corn. When I started eating, the others joined slowly.
"Dear, don't you have any idea how we feel?" Lunette asked, "You're jovial, and that's not a good thing."
"Oh come on, Auntie. Maybe he's got a really cool solution." June remarked, "I'd love to help him on this problem... but I'm too young and someone has to stay at the house to help." She added sadly.
"I don't have an absolute solution, but I do know that checking out Mount Tora would be a good idea," I answered, "Besides, June. You're coming along with me." This caused everyone to freeze in place. 'And this may cost me my head...'
"Hyaire? Are you serious?" Lunette asked. "You'll get her killed!"
"There are very few monsters living there. Whatever we can't kill, we can definitely outrun." I replied. "I promise, I won't get June hurt. She is the only one in the village besides Tashi that knows that mountain. And I refuse to let Tashi come with us."
"I...I... I'm honored to join you, Uncle!" June said with a crimson hue. "I'll do my best. When do we leave?"
"Between tomorrow morning and the day after. We're not sure." I answered. "June, understand that you must be very careful. If we get lost, you'll have to help us."
"Mom? Are you okay?" Tashi asked. Lunette kept a straight face about my journeys. She had never approved of my taking anyone out of this out unless it was absolutely necessary. In this scenario... Junes' cooperation was paramount to our village's survival. She sat down at the table, not saying a word and continued eating.
"June, Tashi, when you are finished, please go to the Elder's house. I think he would like to know about your most recent nightmare." Lunette monotonously added. "I don't want any arguments... but just be careful. Be back here before sunset, okay? Take you jackets, too. It's gonna get cold."
"We understand," They answered in unison. "I'll tell all I can remember, Lunette." The kids finished their meals quickly and left for the Elder's house. Smart kids, they don't wanna sit through what I'm about to listen to. After putting away their dishes, Lunette turned her attention directly at me. I knew what I did...
"Hyaire, why are you doing this? Why do you want to put yourself in danger?" Lunette asked.
"We have to find the source of the problem. You know the water runs from Mount Tora." I answered.
"That does not answer my question."
"Dear, I'm sorry. I have to do something! Do you want to die? Or the Mist to come back?" I asked angrily, "I don't want that, Lunette. The nearest Genesis Tree is in Kilirra, and we don't have much time left." Lunette's face lost color upon the mentioning of the Mist.
"What about June? Why does she have to be involved?"
"Because we don't have much of a choice. Do you think I would want to involve her? Of course not! We must hurry and find the water."
"Hyaire... you know what?" I did not understand the question, but I knew something wasn't right. "You know that June is scared right now. What about her communication powers? What about your own safety? Don't you know what could happen? You know Grodnai lives there! It could kill you! Or worse, June! How do you think I fell? I could lose my husband or my niece, or even both! Don't you think of other people before you do things? You could die... you could die...both of you could go, and never come back." Lunette began sobbing heavily and then broke down crying. "Why do the people I love always risk their lives? I'm going to have gray hair before I'm fifty!" I sat next to my wife, wrapped my arms around her, and pulled her close. I love her so much, I know. But how could I do this without a second thought? I had let go of her and stood up, facing the door to my room.
"I'm sorry, Lunette." I said. "I have to do this. If anything happens, we will... we'll abort immediately. We'll quit and come back. I promise. And if something happens to June, I will not come back, because I'll already be dead."
"You're putting everything on the line to protect our village." She said. "If you fail... then no one will ever know."
"I'm sure you'll find out... now stop worrying. I'm going to lie down and sleep. Let me know when June comes back." I calmly walked into my room and sat up on my bed. At sunset, we are going to have a meeting about everything, from the water shortage to the exploration. I couldn't hide anything else any longer... I have an obligation and a reputation to uphold.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
"June, what's wrong?" Tashi asked. "Is that Nightmare still getting at you?"
We continued walking toward Elder Orlandi's place. I knew that Nightmare was eating at me. It was going to gnaw at my soul and my life... I have recently understood my dreams. I heard Tashi's question, but I didn't feel up to answering just yet. Not until I know what's going on. But why me? I'm an ordinary fifteen year old raised in a small village. It's not as if I'm going to become a hero or something, I mean, come on! Let's be real. I have problems understanding my life and myself, not including my family and my village.
"Tashi, here's a question for you." I pointed out. We had both stopped walking, Tashi standing at my side. "Do you think that I'm really going to quit because of one nightmare?"
"No! I mean... I'm just really worried, Junie." He retorted nervously. "I just want you to be happy again."
"You're overprotective of me, Tashi. And that's not good because you're almost seven years younger than me!" I began laughing. "Are you going to become like some of these other perverts around here?
"I don't see what's do funny, Junie! I love you a lot, and I don't think that's very nice to make fun of me!" he yelled. I stopped laughing and realized how badly I had hurt his feelings.
"I'm sorry, Tashi. I really didn't mean it." I apologized to him. 'He deserves that, though...the insult and apology. Then again, I wish Tashi wouldn't worry about me so much. He's worried that something might happen to me.' "Can you forgive the big meanie?"
"No."
"Why not?" I asked, sneaking up behind him and began tickling him. He started laughing and rolling around while I tickled him some more.
"Because you're tickling me!" he answered while laughing. I smiled at the response, it was a good thing he was happy now. "Junie, will you... quit tickl..ing... me?"
"Alright, only because I love you too, Tashi." I answered sweetly. We began back on our short walk to Elder Orlandi's place and I looked around once again. The sun was drooping a little, but that didn't mean we couldn't enjoy it. However, Lunette would probably call the Elder by now, so we should get going. When we had reached the Elder's home, the door was open and so were the windows. Tashi stopped in front of the door and with a simple, "You check the inside", I walked inside the house. The elder's home was much more decorative, containing works of art, jewels, some old weapons, and many papers. I knew something was awry when I did not see the elder in his study, or in his room. Maybe he wasn't home. But why would he leave his door open? Elder Orlandi is extremely careful about stuff, and doesn't leave things around... like his door. I walked back into the main room looked around again,
"Tashi?" I yelled. "Tashi, come inside!" he quickly came into the room and looked around.
"The Elder isn't home?"
"Maybe he's still at the lake."
"I don't know about that." A voice called. Tashi and I froze. Someone had broken into the house!
"Tashi, did you hear what I heard?" I asked nervously. He nodded and moved closer to me. "Who are you? Where are you? Show yourself!"
"Could someone else be here besides us?" he asked. "What about Mrs. Lucre? She stays here often, too."
"True, but what about the elder?" I asked. 'But the voice was male... that means someone else is here."
"He's not home right now." The voice answered. This weird, creepy, feeling washed over me for a split second, and that's all I needed to know that something bad was going to happen. Before I could react, something crashed over my head, knocking me directly to my knees. It was a set-up...the last thing I remember was the hardness on the floor and the color...red.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Obviously, June wasn't back from the Elder's place just yet. It's sunset, Lunette told them to get home as soon as possible. Lunette began to wonder as well, I know. It was better if we went to the meeting, maybe they'll just accompany Elder Orlandi. At least they're somewhere safe. Lunette and I walked out of the house and went towards the village square where everyone was gathered. Even though we were an agricultural community, we do have some modern technology. It wasn't too long before I heard the elder's voice.
"And for our most current situation, our water supply. As you may already know, Hyaire will be going to Mt Tora. However, it's not for a hike, but to find out why the water supply is now hindered. I would like for Hyaire to come forward now," Orlandi spoke, "and tell us about Mt. Tora." The village was very well prepared for these types of explorations, but this one was more of a rescue mission. I had walked up to the elder through the crowd of people. Before I could even muster the words to speak, I heard my son's yelling from across the village. When he had reached me, he was crying.
"Dad!" he cried, "Junie's been kidnapped! We went to the elder's house and these guys came and kidnapped her! He hit her over the head with a table and then they carried her away!" Upon hearing this, Lunette fainted as a couple of people helped her fall.
I can't believe this! First the water, then my niece! How can this possibly get any worse! Oh dear Rem... why? What did she do to deserve this? I swear I'm going to get her back! This is now a personal war. If they even so as remove one lock of hair on June... Arrgh! I can't even think of how badly I'll hurt them! I promise my life, I'll get you back!
Well! How about that? Not only do we have water problems, but also June's kidnapping now gives Hyaire not one, but two battles to win! I hope he gets some help from his village or at least some reinforcements from the military! Look out for Hyaire's Advent Part 2- High Stakes. This is SnakeBlade signing off... please R&R! See you there!