Chapter 10: R and R
After the destruction of Tyle, Luna only agrees to answer most questions when they reach her house and so the group follows Luna Inverse to also recover from their painful wounds.
"Hey Xellos, why did you help us back there?" Lina said while Luna was leading the group to her house.
"Orders." Xellos said grinning.
"Right… I should have guessed by now." Lina said as she smacked her head. "Ouch, damn I should be more careful and by the way Filia."
"Yes, Lina?" Filia asked.
"Just why the hell did you shoot your laser breath at us!" Lina said as she hit her in the arm.
"H…hey the only part I remember is that bump Xellos gave me, so stop already!" Filia yelled.
"She didn't deserve that Lina!" Amelia said.
"That's right don't forget that she was under a spell Lina!" Zelgadis snapped.
"That's no excuse, ouch it even hurts to talk." Lina said grabbing her neck.
"Good, maybe it'll shut you up the rest of the way." Luna said looking back at Lina while making a fist. Lina stopped talking with a vein sticking out of her forehead while Gourry walked up to Luna.
"Say, that was pretty impressive, what you did back there." Gourry said.
"I've dealt with at least thirty of those things since you people destroyed Dark Star." Luna said pouting. "They call themselves spawns of Dark Star. High-level monster spin-offs, of Dark Star himself."
"Whoa, that's intense!" Gourry said as Luna smiled.
"Heh, I can see what Lina sees in you. I too am a master swordsman, or women that is. With that sword you've got there I could be even stronger." Luna said smirking.
"Your just like Lina, only you have violet hair and your breasts are way bigger!" Gourry commented. Luna stared at him for a moment as Lina approached him.
"What was that?" Lina screamed. "Damnit I thought I told you never to mention that again, what is with you Gourry!" She yelled as she grabbed Gourry and shook him.
"Here we go again." Zelgadis said.
"Yeah, another pointless argument." Amelia and Nahga said in synchronization as they continued to follow Luna through the now grassy plains.
"I said sorry, ouch!" Gourry complained as Lina hit him once more for good old fashion measure.
"Anyway, what is with the mini Dark Stars again?" Lina asked.
"Like I said, they are spawns of his power. Dark Star was so powerful that his remains split into monsters." Luna explained.
"Well that's bad news, how many more are out there?" Zelgadis yelled.
"I'm not too sure but, after you killed Dark Star his remains fell over Ciered when it was still under construction. Which is why you find them around here often." Luna said. "Don't be fooled by their looks, they are very powerful."
"Well we already know that part." Lina said. "So, that's why the other monsters claimed to be from the Overworld. They are from Dark Star himself!"
"Correct Lina, but they are trying to put Dark Star back together. Although I'm not sure how." Luna said.
"I bet it has something to do with this!" Nahga said as she pulled the manuscript from Lina's shirt pocket.
"A Clair Bible manuscript, where did you get that?" Luna said when she stopped walking to take a closer look.
"Best not to ask." Lina replied.
"I'm impressed, but you do know there are several ties to resurrecting dark lords in it right?" Luna said.
"Yes, which is why there after us all the time." Lina said as she rubbed her head.
"Hmm, lets talk more later." Luna said as she continued her walk.
"Sure." Lina said as she shrugged and everyone continued to follow.
"I'm sure even though that those things are out there, that other creepy monsters who are not of Dark Star still follow us. Um no offence Xellos!" Amelia said.
"None taken!" Xellos replied floating on his back following the group.
"Xellos, what is Xellas up too?" Luna said as she shook her finger.
"Oh, my… I can't put anything past you can I Luna?" Xellos said.
"Xellas, as in beast master Xellas. So that's you boss huh?" Lina screamed.
"Correct, she made me. I am her priest and warrior formed into one monster." Xellos said with a smirk.
"Damn, then you must be one of the most powerful monsters left in this world. After we killed two higher ups Garv and Hellmaster!" Zelgadis said.
"That is correct." Xellos said still floating.
"Answer my question Xellos, what is she up too?" Luna said.
"She only wishes to help Luna, you being a close friend of hers and all." Xellos said as he opened his eyes.
"What!" Lina gasped.
"Oh, I get it. You chose to live in Ciered to help the people get rid of the monsters then, right Luna?" Gourry said as Lina smacked her head.
"Ouch, damnit!" Lina said.
"That's right." Luna said.
"Whoa, hold on here. Your Xellas's friend?" Lina said as she hit Gourry.
"Good friend?" Zelgadis added.
"Just because we're friends doesn't mean I'll help her plans for destruction." Luna said laughing. "I'll kill her if that happens."
"Some friendship!" Nahga replied.
"Its allot like yours with Xellos I suppose. Am I wrong to assume you're currently working together?" Luna added. Lina shrugged and let go of Gourry.
"I suppose your right, but still a monster that powerful is your friend man that is hard to swallow." Lina said as she shook her head and continued to follow her sister.
"Lina, if you knew there were ties to resurrecting dark lords why did you take that manuscript?" Luna asked.
"We had no idea at the time it was a bad idea, Zel was looking for a cure for his body while I was looking for a spell to make my Blood Talismans stronger, in amplification. Dark Star's spawns never crossed our minds, besides we couldn't read the damn thing." Lina explained.
"I see… you really should research things more!" Luna screamed.
"Right, sorry." Lina said frowning while they reached a fork in the road of the grassy area, and followed Luna, as she turned right in the fork.
"So how much further do we have to reach your house Luna?" Amelia asked.
"It will not be too long now." Luna replied.
"Um, Luna why didn't you take the job to save the world last time?" Lina asked. Luna stopped and chuckled.
"The prophecy called for a human, the struggle between light and darkness remember." Luna said. "Because I have some of Ceiphied's power inside of me, I couldn't have been the one the prophecy foretold."
"Oh, I see." Lina said.
"What!" Zelgadis said as he lost his footing and quickly recovered himself. "So, that's why you were afraid of her!"
"You were afraid of me little sister?" Luna said as Lina gave a dirty look to Zelgadis and Luna continued to walk. "I guess I shouldn't be too surprised since I did say I would get you back for what happened when we were smaller."
"Damnit Zel, thanks a lot!" Lina snapped.
"Oops, sorry Lina." Zelgadis said.
"But while the subject is still fresh what was it Lina did exactly?" Gourry asked. Luna frowned and didn't reply.
"Uh, Gourry now isn't the best time for that!" Lina yelled.
"Right, sorry." Gourry replied. Lina walked up to Gourry.
"I'll tell you later." Lina whispered to Gourry.
"Heh, ok." Gourry replied as they all continued on the road to Luna's house.
"So, you actually have the power of Ceiphied the dragon God!" Filia said as Luna perked back up.
"I can control part of his power, but I can't really say how strong it is. Sometimes its really strong and sometimes its really weak." Luna replied.
"Oh, but still that proves that the battle between the Gods and Monsters was neither won or lost." Nahga said.
"Yes, when Ceiphied fought Shabranigdu the battle was almost dead even. The dragon God Ceiphied had only a slight advantage in power which he was able to use to break Shabranigdu into separate pieces." Luna said.
"I know that part, its just that… How is it you are able to control his power with Ceiphied's body destroyed?" Nahga said in confusion.
"Actually, that's a very good question. I'm not too sure myself. I don't even know why or how I can use it." Luna replied.
"There is an explanation actually!" Xellos said.
"Oh, and what is that?" Filia said.
"Oh, I don't know what that is yet but I know that there has to be one!" Xellos remarked, as the group got closer to Luna's house.
"I was actually expecting a remark like that this time!" Zelgadis said.
"Great, lots of help you are Xellos… Great protector!" Lina said.
"I fail to see what that has anything to do with what I just said, oh well." Xellos said as he continued to float.
"So, your power seems to be fading in and out correct?" Zelgadis said.
"Yes, I think Ceiphied's power is fading in and out since that battle. But I don't know why I'm the only one that can to use it." Luna said. The group walked for about five more minutes until they reached a wooden house.
"For a person with such a reputation, your house is kind of small isn't it?" Amelia said as Luna turned around.
"I suppose, however I need to keep a low profile so I don't get any unwanted visitors." Luna said as she glared at Amelia.
"Oh, that does make since…" Amelia replied.
"Well, shall we go in then?" Luna said as the group followed her inside. Once everyone was inside Lina saw a painting of her Mother and Father hanging up which seemed recent.
"Wow, that painting is actually pretty good." Lina remarked.
"Yes, father thought it would be nice to renew their vows to each other. Afterwards they had a very talented artist paint their portrait." Luna replied.
"How romantic!" Amelia blurted out.
"Anyway I suppose we should get down to why we're here." Zelgadis said as Lina nodded.
"Please sit down." Luna said as everyone sat at a rectangular table.
"Well Luna its quite a story, but what it all comes down to is this." Lina said as she handed the manuscript to Luna. Luna took it into her hands and studied it further.
"It all started when we met up with these monsters that wanted it so bad. However we think we now know why. As you said earlier they are spawns from Darkstar, which makes even more since now because they are trying to resurrect Darkstar." Lina said.
"You should have known that by now." Luna replied.
"But what confuses me is that Filia says this has the meanings of summoning a being as powerful as him to this world, Chaotic Blue." Lina said as Luna dropped the manuscript on the table. "Which doesn't make much since either, please tell us. What is the legend of Chaotic Blue?" Lina added.
"The legend has no matter in these latest developments. If Chaotic Blue is brought to this dimension it could mean the ending of all things in this universe." Luna replied.
"Then this is most definitely important to have, right?" Nahga said.
"As long as we have it in our possession, they cannot use the pieces they have found either, so your correct Nahga." Xellos added.
"What, you mean to tell me the monsters have pieces to this as well?" Luna said.
"Oh, didn't I mention that?" Xellos replied.
"No, you neglected to tell me that little detail." Luna said.
"Wait a minute, I thought I noticed something different in the monsters Lina fought then the one we just faced earlier!" Amelia said.
"She has a point, the monsters we faced we're much weaker in power to that spawn we just faced. But they couldn't be killed, one of their names was Redin, and they also claimed to be from the Overworld." Lina remarked.
"If they are indeed different then there is something we've missed, maybe overlooked." Nahga said as Gourry started to fall asleep on the table.
"I may just have to go with you to help, but first I must tell my boss I need to use vacation time." Luna commented as everyone with the exception of Gourry fell out of their chairs and crawled back on them.
"Damn, even in the face of total destruction she's thinking about her job!" Lina said as Zelgadis chuckled a little.
"But, still I would like to know more about this alternate dimension and of this Chaotic blue." Zelgadis said.
"Very well." Luna replied and took a breath. "The Lord of Nightmares created two dimensions of existence." Luna began as she glanced at the table. "No one knows why she did, but some believe it was to see which dimension would survive the longest in extreme conditions. Others believe that the universe needed to be balanced out by opposites in either dimension otherwise existence would not be possible. I happen to believe the second one, and guess who was the opposite to balance out Shabranigdu in the other dimension?"
"I see, so since Shabranigdu is out of the picture at the moment. Then that means they think they can resurrect him by brining Chaotic Blue to this dimension, but why would they want to do that?" Zelgadis replied.
"A very good question considering we monsters hate each other between dimensions, and that pieces of Shabranigdu can be found in this world to resurrect him." Xellos said floating above the table.
"Actually it makes perfect sense, all things need opposites to survive. With Shabranigdu in his weakened state of being, they are afraid he might be destroyed. If that happens Chaotic Blue will die as well. So they wish to revive Lord Shabranigdu to full strength by using Chaotic Blue." Luna said as the room fell silent.
"Wait if that was true then wouldn't that mean that the equivalent of Hellmaster and the others in the other dimension be killed as well. Oh this whole thing makes me so confused!" Amelia said as her head hit the table.
"Yes, that is true Amelia which is why the monster race has greatly weakened. If they lose two other dark lords then the monster race will be without hardly any leadership." Luna replied.
"Is that so?" Xellos said with a smirk. "I must go report these recent developments to my boss, to make sure everything that was discussed is in fact true." Xellos said as he disappeared into air.
"This is our chance to bring the monster race to its knees, lets go kill Shabranigdu!" Nahga blurted out.
"They would be expecting that Nahga, which is why we need to come up with a better plan. One that wont get us all killed." Lina replied as she slowly got over the shock of the things just discussed. "I hope whoever my opposite is isn't like a complete moron and gets killed!" Lina said as she whined. "I need some food!"
"Wouldn't worry too much about that considering that you've been alive for this long. Besides I think that between you Lina and your opposite you would be the one to kill his or herself first." Luna said grinning.
"Wow I really feel bad for her opposite!" Nahga added laughing.
"Oh shut the hell up!" Lina shouted in defense.
"Well, you were voted most likely to end her own life out of stupidity when we were in school, well that is until you blew it up." Luna replied as Lina's face got red and steam jolted from her ears.
"Calm down Lina, they're just messing with ya!" Gourry said as Lina started whining and pounding the table.
"Anyway, I'm off to notify my work that I'm officially on vacation. You can camp here for the night, turns out I have more than enough rooms to accommodate guests in this beat up log cabin. Mom and Dad made sure that they're many guests had a place to sleep, see you later." Luna said as she winked at Gourry walking out of the front door.
Lina stopped whining and hit Gourry for watching Luna walk out of the door. "Ouch Lina, I wish you would stop abusing me!" Gourry said.
"Try not doing something stupid for once and you may just get your wish!" Lina screamed while the others walked away from the table.
"Its not my fault she has a hypnotic waste you know!"
"Shut your flapping mouth Gourry!" Lina screamed again.
Amelia sighed as she, Zelgadis, and Nahga looked at the separate rooms. "You know it really didn't look this big from the outside." Amelia said as Nahga walked into a room claiming it.
"This one is perfect, no one disturb me!" Nahga yelled as Zelgadis and Amelia went on to find rooms of their own.
"Well, it looks like what you have discussed tonight turned out to all be completely true!" Xellos said appearing between Gourry and Lina at the table.
"Xellos, damnit don't do that!" Lina said shocked, while Xellos landed on the table sitting down. "What do you mean, Luna was right?"
"Correct, Luna is and always has been a genius. It just so happens lord beast master killed one of her body guards to make sure this was true in the other dimension, the equivalent of that body guard in our dimension dropped dead." Xellos said as he gave Lina a really twisted smile.
"That's low Xellos, real low!" Lina blurted out.
"Now, now Lina we monsters thrive off of fear and death. To us everything is disposable, although we don't let that fact blind our logic." Xellos said.
"Xellos, after all we have been through how do you expect me to believe you. Besides my sister was never a genius, just a really good sword fighter. Besides I know you couldn't cross dimensions if you wanted to right now." Lina said.
"Of cores, Lina I would expect no less from the worlds best sorcerer." Xellos added as Lina raised an eyebrow.
"Xellos you truly are an enigma, anyway I'm getting tired lets get some sleep Gourry." Lina added as Gourry followed Lina to the hallway littered with guest rooms, while Xellos disappeared again.
"This one will do just fine, good night Gourry." Lina said as she jumped onto the bed, and Gourry slept on the floor near her. A new day rose as Lina awoke from her bed to find Gourry missing in the room. "Hope he didn't wonder off into a trap or something." Lina said rubbing her eyes and yawning. The sun was shining brightly through her window when she heard giggling from a room nearby. Lina walked into the room of the lighthearted laughter to find an incredibly drunk Gourry next to a topless Luna.
"Hello little sister, Gourry said that he would give me the Sword of Light if he saw my breasts." Luna said, while Lina's hair shot out in all directions out of anger.
"G…G…Gourry!" Lina screamed.
"All it took was a gallon of wine, and some exposure to get him to agree." Luna said laughing.
"Its, not fair… you asked him while he was drunk!" Lina screamed in aggravation as her face turned red.
"Hey L…Lina, look I'm at the circus." Gourry said as he reached for Luna's breasts. "Honk, Honk!" he said while squeezing on Luna's breasts.
"Such a tease, eh Lina; by the way I got you back big time!" Luna said winking as Lina fainted.