Dragon Queen16: Well, now, hereÕs chapter 4! In case you havent read my bio, I am now giving away dragons to reviewers, starting this chapter!
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Crescentstar: Hi! Speaking of disclaimers, you forgot to do one last chapter.
Dragon Queen16: See? She doesnt miss a thing........ACK! LAWYERS! RUN!!
Lawyers: GET HER! SHE MUST PAY!
Dragon Queen16: *runs past Crescentstar* Crescentstar, would you mind doing the disclaimer? Im on the run from the law.
Crescentstar: Certainly. Dragon Queen16 does not own Yu-gi-oh! or any of the characters in it. That goes for last chapter, too.
Lawyers: *stop running*
Lawyer1: Well, I guess thats okay.
Lawyer2: *sigh* I was looking forward to this case.
Lawyers: *slump off*
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~Angel-of-the-Apocalypse
~ Serpent's-Embrace-Yeah, me too. Im still waiting for an update on ÔWith the French Maid in Kaibas Room!Ó which was last updated in November. -_- Oh well, the chapters are always good and long....Oh, I took your advice about the book ÔSabrielÕ. Man, was that a good book! Thanks!
~roses in bloom
~Jellybob 15
~Cheetah Goddess
~Serenity Komoshiro
~Fluffylittledragon
~DesertSakura-I love dragons too! Hey, lets start a dragon loving club! How about it? As much as I rant about Spitfire, hes really one of my favorites.^^
Spitfire: Yay for me, Im in the favor of a lunatic.
Cresentstar: *slaps Spitfire upside the head* WATCH YOUR MOUTH, YOU INSOLENT LITTLE LIZARD!
Spitfire: O__O.....Ow.....
Dragon Queen16: I knew there was something I liked about her! I think Ill be keeping her around for a while! Hehehe...
Spitfire: *to readers* HELP ME! NOW IM STUCK WITH TWO CRAZIES!
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Now to the story!
~*~
Tea started at the sound of the door opening. Yami walked out, his once blood-caked skin now clean. He wore a black sleeveless shirt with a red symbol on it and black jeans. He walked over to the bed that Tea sat on. ÒSorry about the wait, you must be starving. Come with me.Ó Tea obeyed, stretching when she got up. They walked down the hallway, coming again to the room with the staircase. Yami stopped and frowned at the blood staining the carpet. He held out his hand, closed his eyes, and muttered a few words. The dried blood, to Teas amazement, became liquid again, flew up in the air towards Yami, and vanished in his palm. Yami opened his eyes and put down his hand, looking at the carpet. ÒMuch better.Ó Tea shook her head slightly. ÒWonders never cease with you, Yami.Ó He grinned slightly, ÒIf you think thats great, wait till you meet my friend Seto.Ó Seeing Teas puzzled look, he added, ÒHes a mage, quite a good one, in fact.Ó They began walking to the other side of the room,where the kitchen was. Once they reached a door made of oak, Yami opened it and beckoned Tea inside. Tea gasped. This was a cooks dream! The kitchen was huge, every appliance for cooking that was available was probably in there! Teas jaw dropped. Yami laughed. ÒIf only you could see your expression, Tea. Go on in, have a look around.Ó Tea complied, still in a state of awe. So absorbed was she that she didnt hear Yami coming up behind her. He rested a hand on her shoulder, startling her. ÒSo,Ó he asked, Òwhat do you want to eat?Ó Tea thought over her favorite breakfasts, finally choosing a classic. ÒPancakes would be great!Ó
ÒAll right, then. Ill cook, you go on through to the dining room.Ó Seeing her hesitate, he said, ÒIm not that bad of a cook, Tea, really.Ó She laughed. ÒIts not that, Yami. I just dont know where the dining room is.Ó
ÒMe, always the stupid one. Its at the end of the kitchen on the north side, an oak door.Ó Tea walked through the kitchen, still marveling at it, when she came to the door. She opened it and gasped, once again transfixed by the beauty of the manor. The dining room had dark blue carpet, white walls framing it nicely. A long table of oak sat in the middle, adorned by, Tea guessed, nearly fifty chairs. At the end of the table was two large oaken chairs that were carved beautifully. Wonderful tapestries graced the walls, adding to the grandeur of the room. Tea was so absorbed in the room that she didnt hear the footfall of Yamis boots or smell the delicious aroma coming from a plate stacked high with pancakes. Yamis deep voice broke her out of her reverie, startling a gasp from her. ÒBeautiful, isnt it?Ó It more a statement than a question. Yami walked over to the table, setting down the plate of pancakes, two glasses of milk, a dish of butter, and a large bottle of syrup. He sat down at the end of the table, beckoning her to join him. She complied, her stomach growling furiously. Yami reached toward the plate, spearing two pancakes on his fork. Tea looked down next to her own plate and picked up her fork as well. She took two pancakes at first, devouring them rapidly. Soon the whole plate was finished, leaving a very full and content Tea. Yami, it seemed, was satisfied as well. He finished off his milk and then turned towards her. He asked, somewhat hesitantly, ÒTea, I know that vision was awful, but I can sense something else is troubling you. Its one of those annoying habits Ive picked up over the years. So, tell me, whats wrong?Ó
Tea looked up at Yami and began, ÒYami, the first day I met you, you called yourself the Crimson Darkness. It had an awesome effect on the demons, frightening them horribly. Then, in the vision, Pegasus called you by the same name. I cant help but wondering.....are you really this Crimson Darkness?Ó
Yami hesitated before answering, unsure how to put his thoughts into words. ÒWell, yes, as far as I know....but..in a way....no...Ó He sighed, frustrated. ÒTea, as a child, were you ever told legends and folklore?Ó
Tea nodded, not seeing where this was going. Yami continued, ÒIn all those tales, have you ever heard the prophecy of the True Immortal?Ó
Tea nodded again.
ÒWould you please recite it to me?Ó Tea began speaking, slightly confused, ÒI cant remember the exact wording, but it goes along the lines of a hero of the angels who cannot be killed. It says that his mind is conflicted, struggling with good and evil. They say that he will have a mark upon him, proving him to be chosen by the gods. His-Ó Tea stopped, realization dawning on her. ÒY-you mean to say...th-that..you-Ó
ÒYes, Tea. I am both the Crimson Darkness and the True Immortal.Ó Tea sat for a moment, dumbstruck with awe. Then she rose to her feet, almost beginning to bow. The True Immortal was a prophecy of legend, always thought to never be true.
Seeing her reaction, Yami responded wearily, ÒPlease, Tea. Dont. This has been more a curse than a blessing. I dont like to be reminded of my position.Ó Then, more quietly, he added, ÒIt was too painful to get there.Ó
Tea smiled and got to her feet, her mind at ease. Her state of calm and assurance was interrupted when a large burst of dark blue flame came out from the side of the room. She stared in horror as the fire formed a portal-a portal out of which came a person. The person was male, an extremely tall male at that. He had short brown hair, a few of the bangs falling on his forehead. Below his dark brown hair was a pair of deep, piercing blue eyes, framed by a chiseled face. His attire included a dark blue shirt, black pants, large black shoes, and a deep black trench coat flapping behind him. Once he was fully out of the blue-fire portal, he murmured a few words, closing the portal neatly. He brushed a few blue sparks off his coat irritably. Tea saw Yami walk up to the stranger beckoning her with his eyes to follow. Once in front of the stranger, Yami began introductions. ÒTea, this is my good friend Seto Kaiba, a mage of the Black Order[1]. Seto, this is an angel from the First Heaven, Tea.Ó Seto reached out his hand to shake. Tea responded, her hand dwarfed in his. He spoke, his deep, husky voice sounding through the relatively empty dining room. ÒPleased to meet you, Tea.Ó He then turned to Yami, a slight grin on his face. ÒAn angel, Yami? Your companys getting more interesting every day.Ó Yami replied with a small grin of his own. ÒAs interesting as my company is, Seto, I assume you didnt come down here to chat.Ó He then added, with a mischievous glint in his eye, ÒEspecially not since Serenity came back.Ó
Seto, to Teas amusement, blushed at the comment before answering, his voice grave. ÒNo, Yami, I didnt come to chat....Theres much more serious matters at hand.Ó
ÒWhats going on?Ó Yami asked, alarmed at Setos tone. ÒIts...well..Ó He sighed. ÒI really think you need to see this for yourself.Ó
Next thing Tea knew, she, Yami, and Seto were washed in blue flame. She felt no pain from the fire, only a sense of coolness and movement. When the fire cleared, Tea gasped in horror and shock. They were no longer at the manor, but on the sidewalk beside a large street. Cars were strewn everywhere at crazy angles, some even upside down or on their side. And everywhere, there were bodies. Bodies of women, men, children, all strewn on the road or in the cars. Setos voice came from behind her. ÒThats not even the most surprising thing, Yami. Every one of them is alive.Ó
Yamis voice was tainted with disbelief. ÒWhat?!Ó
ÒYou heard me. Theyre all alive. Every one of them.Ó
Yamis voice was somewhat shaky. ÒSeto, I think you should call Serenity. Have her put a protection spell over them. Otherwise, the demons will be all over them.Ó
ÒThats exactly what I was thinking, Yami. I just wanted your opinion first.Ó Seto then closed his eyes, his brow furrowed in concentration. Suddenly, a burst of pale, light blue fire came from beside Seto. Out of the portal came a young woman, a woman Tea guessed to be around her age. The woman was as tall as Tea, if not slightly shorter. She had long, cinnamon colored hair cascading down her back. Set into the beautiful ivory skin of her face were two beautiful green eyes. The girl, who Tea had assumed was Serenity, was wearing a light blue, short sleeved shirt. She also wore a pair of snug blue jeans that fit her perfectly. Slung over one shoulder was a tan colored pack. After she had exited the portal, Serenity mumbled a few words, sealing it. She turned to Seto, her voice sounding like music in the still air. (At least, thats what Seto thought.) ÒSeto, I heard your call. It sounded urgent, is everything-Ó She stopped in mid-sentence as she stared at the scene before her. Her face went pale. ÒSeto...are they..Ó
ÒNo, Ren, theyre not dead. Yet. Thats why we need your help, to put a protection spell on them before the demons find them,Ó said Seto, wrapping a comforting arm around her shoulders. Serenity nodded and stepped forward. She knelt next to one of the people, trying to diagnose the persons symptoms so she could make a better spell to protect them. She touched the persons hand and yelped, leaping back. Seto caught her, frantically asking if she was all right. She nodded distractedly and muttered, ÒBy the sword of Xenorith...Ó
ÒWhat do you mean, Ren? Whats wrong?Ó Seto asked. Serenity looked up at him, seeming to snap out of a trance. She stood up slowly, looking slightly paler than before, After clearing her throat, Serenity answered him. ÒSeto, every one of these people is in Truest Sight.Ó
The little group became quiet, digesting this new information. Yami spoke first, his voice frightened. ÒAre you sure, Serenity? Couldnt they just be in a coma or something?Ó
Serenity shook her head. ÒNo, theyre all in Truest Sight.Ó Tea was puzzled. ÒBut how do you know that? You only touched one persons hand.Ó Serenity was startled at seeing Tea, not knowing who she was, but she still answered the question. ÒRight when I saw them I could feel that they all had the same thing wrong with them. So, if one person has Truest Sight, then the rest of them must have it. As for how I know its Truest Sight, when you touch a person with Truest Sight, you see a tiny glimpse of what they are experiencing. However, as long as you keep your grip on them, a white-hot pain goes through your body. It is said that the gods made it that way so that only those who were meant to have Truest Sight would have it.Ó She ended her tutorial and turned to Seto. ÒI dont believe you introduced us, Seto.Ó
ÒOh, sorry Ren. Ren, this is Tea, an Angel of the First Heaven. Tea, this is Serenity, a mage of the Red Order[2].Ó
The two women smiled politely at each other and shook hands. Serenity then walked over to the scene of apparent carnage, pack in hand. ÒMight as well begin this spell, though I doubt theyll need it.Ó
Tea looked at Yami, who answered her silent question. ÒTea, you know that while in Truest Sight, a person can survive without food and water, right?Ó Tea nodded. She knew at least that much. ÒWell, it seems that while a person is in Truest Sight, they cant be physically harmed either. Its mostly just a theory, but many believe it to be true.Ó Tea nodded in understanding. Her attention was then drawn to Serenity, who was laying out the spell with practiced ease.
First, Serenity took what looked to be a piece of chalk out of her pack. She took the chalk and drew a circle (a very large circle) around the scene. Once the circle was completed, she took a large jar of blue powder out of her pack. She then sprinkled the powder over the chalk-made circle. After this was completed, she stepped out of the circle with her pack and set it down. She herself sat down and went into a sitting position. She put her legs so that the right foot was laying on the left thigh, and vice versa. She put her hands, palm upward, on top of her feet.[3] She closed her eyes and just concentrated for a few moments, recollecting the spell in her mind. After the few moments were up, she began reciting the spell, beginning softly and gradually getting louder.
A thin sheet of transparent blue magic began rising up from the chalk, forming a domed shape over the people. When the spell was finished, the dome glowed a brilliant white/blue, stunning and nearly blinding Tea, Yami, and Seto. Then the light faded, leaving nothing but a fully transparent barrier behind.
Serenity got up wearily, the spell seemed to have drained her. She looked towards the rest of them, her voice portaying her tiredness. ÒI think we should leave. Every demon in town probably saw that flash. Not much they can do about it, though. That barriers unbreakable except by me.Ó
Seto nodded in agreement and turned to Yami. ÒDo you think we could stay at your house for tonight? Its the closest place we can stay, and Ren and I are almost drained completely.Ó
Yami nodded. ÒOf course you can. You two are welcome anytime you like.Ó Seto smiled his thanks and transported them all back to Yamis house.
The invisible barrier stood strong, its clear surface gleaming with the moons radiance. A radiance unnaturally and eerily silver...
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[1] There are many orders of mages in the world, each of them focused on a different thing. The Black Order, for example, focuses on powerful spells and spells of war. Hardly any healing spells are taught at all. All mages, however, are taught transport spells.
[2] The Red Order focuses on spells of healing and protection.
[3] This spell is complex, and Serenity needs all the concentration she can get. Meditating helps clear and focus the mind, even if only used for a few moments. This helps Serenity concentrate on her spell.
Did I mention that there would be Seto/Serenity? Sorry, I must have forgotten to. There will be Seto/Serenity and Yami/Tea all through the story. NO COUPLES WILL CHANGE!! There, youve been told. Dont complain to me about the couples because NO COUPLES WILL CHANGE!!
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Crescentstar: Hi! Speaking of disclaimers, you forgot to do one last chapter.
Dragon Queen16: See? She doesnt miss a thing........ACK! LAWYERS! RUN!!
Lawyers: GET HER! SHE MUST PAY!
Dragon Queen16: *runs past Crescentstar* Crescentstar, would you mind doing the disclaimer? Im on the run from the law.
Crescentstar: Certainly. Dragon Queen16 does not own Yu-gi-oh! or any of the characters in it. That goes for last chapter, too.
Lawyers: *stop running*
Lawyer1: Well, I guess thats okay.
Lawyer2: *sigh* I was looking forward to this case.
Lawyers: *slump off*
Dragon Queen16: Whew! That was close! Now to the reviews!
~Angel-of-the-Apocalypse
~ Serpent's-Embrace-Yeah, me too. Im still waiting for an update on ÔWith the French Maid in Kaibas Room!Ó which was last updated in November. -_- Oh well, the chapters are always good and long....Oh, I took your advice about the book ÔSabrielÕ. Man, was that a good book! Thanks!
~roses in bloom
~Jellybob 15
~Cheetah Goddess
~Serenity Komoshiro
~Fluffylittledragon
~DesertSakura-I love dragons too! Hey, lets start a dragon loving club! How about it? As much as I rant about Spitfire, hes really one of my favorites.^^
Spitfire: Yay for me, Im in the favor of a lunatic.
Cresentstar: *slaps Spitfire upside the head* WATCH YOUR MOUTH, YOU INSOLENT LITTLE LIZARD!
Spitfire: O__O.....Ow.....
Dragon Queen16: I knew there was something I liked about her! I think Ill be keeping her around for a while! Hehehe...
Spitfire: *to readers* HELP ME! NOW IM STUCK WITH TWO CRAZIES!
Dragon Queen16 & Cresentstar: BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
Now to the story!
~*~
Tea started at the sound of the door opening. Yami walked out, his once blood-caked skin now clean. He wore a black sleeveless shirt with a red symbol on it and black jeans. He walked over to the bed that Tea sat on. ÒSorry about the wait, you must be starving. Come with me.Ó Tea obeyed, stretching when she got up. They walked down the hallway, coming again to the room with the staircase. Yami stopped and frowned at the blood staining the carpet. He held out his hand, closed his eyes, and muttered a few words. The dried blood, to Teas amazement, became liquid again, flew up in the air towards Yami, and vanished in his palm. Yami opened his eyes and put down his hand, looking at the carpet. ÒMuch better.Ó Tea shook her head slightly. ÒWonders never cease with you, Yami.Ó He grinned slightly, ÒIf you think thats great, wait till you meet my friend Seto.Ó Seeing Teas puzzled look, he added, ÒHes a mage, quite a good one, in fact.Ó They began walking to the other side of the room,where the kitchen was. Once they reached a door made of oak, Yami opened it and beckoned Tea inside. Tea gasped. This was a cooks dream! The kitchen was huge, every appliance for cooking that was available was probably in there! Teas jaw dropped. Yami laughed. ÒIf only you could see your expression, Tea. Go on in, have a look around.Ó Tea complied, still in a state of awe. So absorbed was she that she didnt hear Yami coming up behind her. He rested a hand on her shoulder, startling her. ÒSo,Ó he asked, Òwhat do you want to eat?Ó Tea thought over her favorite breakfasts, finally choosing a classic. ÒPancakes would be great!Ó
ÒAll right, then. Ill cook, you go on through to the dining room.Ó Seeing her hesitate, he said, ÒIm not that bad of a cook, Tea, really.Ó She laughed. ÒIts not that, Yami. I just dont know where the dining room is.Ó
ÒMe, always the stupid one. Its at the end of the kitchen on the north side, an oak door.Ó Tea walked through the kitchen, still marveling at it, when she came to the door. She opened it and gasped, once again transfixed by the beauty of the manor. The dining room had dark blue carpet, white walls framing it nicely. A long table of oak sat in the middle, adorned by, Tea guessed, nearly fifty chairs. At the end of the table was two large oaken chairs that were carved beautifully. Wonderful tapestries graced the walls, adding to the grandeur of the room. Tea was so absorbed in the room that she didnt hear the footfall of Yamis boots or smell the delicious aroma coming from a plate stacked high with pancakes. Yamis deep voice broke her out of her reverie, startling a gasp from her. ÒBeautiful, isnt it?Ó It more a statement than a question. Yami walked over to the table, setting down the plate of pancakes, two glasses of milk, a dish of butter, and a large bottle of syrup. He sat down at the end of the table, beckoning her to join him. She complied, her stomach growling furiously. Yami reached toward the plate, spearing two pancakes on his fork. Tea looked down next to her own plate and picked up her fork as well. She took two pancakes at first, devouring them rapidly. Soon the whole plate was finished, leaving a very full and content Tea. Yami, it seemed, was satisfied as well. He finished off his milk and then turned towards her. He asked, somewhat hesitantly, ÒTea, I know that vision was awful, but I can sense something else is troubling you. Its one of those annoying habits Ive picked up over the years. So, tell me, whats wrong?Ó
Tea looked up at Yami and began, ÒYami, the first day I met you, you called yourself the Crimson Darkness. It had an awesome effect on the demons, frightening them horribly. Then, in the vision, Pegasus called you by the same name. I cant help but wondering.....are you really this Crimson Darkness?Ó
Yami hesitated before answering, unsure how to put his thoughts into words. ÒWell, yes, as far as I know....but..in a way....no...Ó He sighed, frustrated. ÒTea, as a child, were you ever told legends and folklore?Ó
Tea nodded, not seeing where this was going. Yami continued, ÒIn all those tales, have you ever heard the prophecy of the True Immortal?Ó
Tea nodded again.
ÒWould you please recite it to me?Ó Tea began speaking, slightly confused, ÒI cant remember the exact wording, but it goes along the lines of a hero of the angels who cannot be killed. It says that his mind is conflicted, struggling with good and evil. They say that he will have a mark upon him, proving him to be chosen by the gods. His-Ó Tea stopped, realization dawning on her. ÒY-you mean to say...th-that..you-Ó
ÒYes, Tea. I am both the Crimson Darkness and the True Immortal.Ó Tea sat for a moment, dumbstruck with awe. Then she rose to her feet, almost beginning to bow. The True Immortal was a prophecy of legend, always thought to never be true.
Seeing her reaction, Yami responded wearily, ÒPlease, Tea. Dont. This has been more a curse than a blessing. I dont like to be reminded of my position.Ó Then, more quietly, he added, ÒIt was too painful to get there.Ó
Tea smiled and got to her feet, her mind at ease. Her state of calm and assurance was interrupted when a large burst of dark blue flame came out from the side of the room. She stared in horror as the fire formed a portal-a portal out of which came a person. The person was male, an extremely tall male at that. He had short brown hair, a few of the bangs falling on his forehead. Below his dark brown hair was a pair of deep, piercing blue eyes, framed by a chiseled face. His attire included a dark blue shirt, black pants, large black shoes, and a deep black trench coat flapping behind him. Once he was fully out of the blue-fire portal, he murmured a few words, closing the portal neatly. He brushed a few blue sparks off his coat irritably. Tea saw Yami walk up to the stranger beckoning her with his eyes to follow. Once in front of the stranger, Yami began introductions. ÒTea, this is my good friend Seto Kaiba, a mage of the Black Order[1]. Seto, this is an angel from the First Heaven, Tea.Ó Seto reached out his hand to shake. Tea responded, her hand dwarfed in his. He spoke, his deep, husky voice sounding through the relatively empty dining room. ÒPleased to meet you, Tea.Ó He then turned to Yami, a slight grin on his face. ÒAn angel, Yami? Your companys getting more interesting every day.Ó Yami replied with a small grin of his own. ÒAs interesting as my company is, Seto, I assume you didnt come down here to chat.Ó He then added, with a mischievous glint in his eye, ÒEspecially not since Serenity came back.Ó
Seto, to Teas amusement, blushed at the comment before answering, his voice grave. ÒNo, Yami, I didnt come to chat....Theres much more serious matters at hand.Ó
ÒWhats going on?Ó Yami asked, alarmed at Setos tone. ÒIts...well..Ó He sighed. ÒI really think you need to see this for yourself.Ó
Next thing Tea knew, she, Yami, and Seto were washed in blue flame. She felt no pain from the fire, only a sense of coolness and movement. When the fire cleared, Tea gasped in horror and shock. They were no longer at the manor, but on the sidewalk beside a large street. Cars were strewn everywhere at crazy angles, some even upside down or on their side. And everywhere, there were bodies. Bodies of women, men, children, all strewn on the road or in the cars. Setos voice came from behind her. ÒThats not even the most surprising thing, Yami. Every one of them is alive.Ó
Yamis voice was tainted with disbelief. ÒWhat?!Ó
ÒYou heard me. Theyre all alive. Every one of them.Ó
Yamis voice was somewhat shaky. ÒSeto, I think you should call Serenity. Have her put a protection spell over them. Otherwise, the demons will be all over them.Ó
ÒThats exactly what I was thinking, Yami. I just wanted your opinion first.Ó Seto then closed his eyes, his brow furrowed in concentration. Suddenly, a burst of pale, light blue fire came from beside Seto. Out of the portal came a young woman, a woman Tea guessed to be around her age. The woman was as tall as Tea, if not slightly shorter. She had long, cinnamon colored hair cascading down her back. Set into the beautiful ivory skin of her face were two beautiful green eyes. The girl, who Tea had assumed was Serenity, was wearing a light blue, short sleeved shirt. She also wore a pair of snug blue jeans that fit her perfectly. Slung over one shoulder was a tan colored pack. After she had exited the portal, Serenity mumbled a few words, sealing it. She turned to Seto, her voice sounding like music in the still air. (At least, thats what Seto thought.) ÒSeto, I heard your call. It sounded urgent, is everything-Ó She stopped in mid-sentence as she stared at the scene before her. Her face went pale. ÒSeto...are they..Ó
ÒNo, Ren, theyre not dead. Yet. Thats why we need your help, to put a protection spell on them before the demons find them,Ó said Seto, wrapping a comforting arm around her shoulders. Serenity nodded and stepped forward. She knelt next to one of the people, trying to diagnose the persons symptoms so she could make a better spell to protect them. She touched the persons hand and yelped, leaping back. Seto caught her, frantically asking if she was all right. She nodded distractedly and muttered, ÒBy the sword of Xenorith...Ó
ÒWhat do you mean, Ren? Whats wrong?Ó Seto asked. Serenity looked up at him, seeming to snap out of a trance. She stood up slowly, looking slightly paler than before, After clearing her throat, Serenity answered him. ÒSeto, every one of these people is in Truest Sight.Ó
The little group became quiet, digesting this new information. Yami spoke first, his voice frightened. ÒAre you sure, Serenity? Couldnt they just be in a coma or something?Ó
Serenity shook her head. ÒNo, theyre all in Truest Sight.Ó Tea was puzzled. ÒBut how do you know that? You only touched one persons hand.Ó Serenity was startled at seeing Tea, not knowing who she was, but she still answered the question. ÒRight when I saw them I could feel that they all had the same thing wrong with them. So, if one person has Truest Sight, then the rest of them must have it. As for how I know its Truest Sight, when you touch a person with Truest Sight, you see a tiny glimpse of what they are experiencing. However, as long as you keep your grip on them, a white-hot pain goes through your body. It is said that the gods made it that way so that only those who were meant to have Truest Sight would have it.Ó She ended her tutorial and turned to Seto. ÒI dont believe you introduced us, Seto.Ó
ÒOh, sorry Ren. Ren, this is Tea, an Angel of the First Heaven. Tea, this is Serenity, a mage of the Red Order[2].Ó
The two women smiled politely at each other and shook hands. Serenity then walked over to the scene of apparent carnage, pack in hand. ÒMight as well begin this spell, though I doubt theyll need it.Ó
Tea looked at Yami, who answered her silent question. ÒTea, you know that while in Truest Sight, a person can survive without food and water, right?Ó Tea nodded. She knew at least that much. ÒWell, it seems that while a person is in Truest Sight, they cant be physically harmed either. Its mostly just a theory, but many believe it to be true.Ó Tea nodded in understanding. Her attention was then drawn to Serenity, who was laying out the spell with practiced ease.
First, Serenity took what looked to be a piece of chalk out of her pack. She took the chalk and drew a circle (a very large circle) around the scene. Once the circle was completed, she took a large jar of blue powder out of her pack. She then sprinkled the powder over the chalk-made circle. After this was completed, she stepped out of the circle with her pack and set it down. She herself sat down and went into a sitting position. She put her legs so that the right foot was laying on the left thigh, and vice versa. She put her hands, palm upward, on top of her feet.[3] She closed her eyes and just concentrated for a few moments, recollecting the spell in her mind. After the few moments were up, she began reciting the spell, beginning softly and gradually getting louder.
A thin sheet of transparent blue magic began rising up from the chalk, forming a domed shape over the people. When the spell was finished, the dome glowed a brilliant white/blue, stunning and nearly blinding Tea, Yami, and Seto. Then the light faded, leaving nothing but a fully transparent barrier behind.
Serenity got up wearily, the spell seemed to have drained her. She looked towards the rest of them, her voice portaying her tiredness. ÒI think we should leave. Every demon in town probably saw that flash. Not much they can do about it, though. That barriers unbreakable except by me.Ó
Seto nodded in agreement and turned to Yami. ÒDo you think we could stay at your house for tonight? Its the closest place we can stay, and Ren and I are almost drained completely.Ó
Yami nodded. ÒOf course you can. You two are welcome anytime you like.Ó Seto smiled his thanks and transported them all back to Yamis house.
The invisible barrier stood strong, its clear surface gleaming with the moons radiance. A radiance unnaturally and eerily silver...
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[1] There are many orders of mages in the world, each of them focused on a different thing. The Black Order, for example, focuses on powerful spells and spells of war. Hardly any healing spells are taught at all. All mages, however, are taught transport spells.
[2] The Red Order focuses on spells of healing and protection.
[3] This spell is complex, and Serenity needs all the concentration she can get. Meditating helps clear and focus the mind, even if only used for a few moments. This helps Serenity concentrate on her spell.
Did I mention that there would be Seto/Serenity? Sorry, I must have forgotten to. There will be Seto/Serenity and Yami/Tea all through the story. NO COUPLES WILL CHANGE!! There, youve been told. Dont complain to me about the couples because NO COUPLES WILL CHANGE!!
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