(Hey, um, did you guys figure out the major plot twist I encoded within the last segment of the chapter? Huh, don't worry about it; it'll be revealed soon enough. I also found out today that Darius is a real name!)
The Myth of Crystaelius:
Chapter Three: Lost Forever I
Janus scratched his head. "So, this Orion, what about it?" Zane stopped his silent pace and turned around. "Orion is the great generator used to harness the planet's energy. My master discovered it three years ago."
"Okay, and what about this key?" Zane smiled. "There are two keys required to activate Orion and release it from its underground tomb."
Zane continued to walk, but quickly stopped. "It seems the ruin is here. We found it much faster than I thought," he stated as he took out a small gem. It suddenly flashed, and the ground began to shake. An incredibly large structure started to pierce the ground, creeping up.
"Prepare yourself, Janus, we must tread carefully." Zane then began to walk up to the ruin, leaving Janus in awe.
Aaron studied his sword outside the inn, the sun beginning to rise. He never could sleep late; he did not have the leisure. He sighed before noticing a strange obstruction in the sky. There was something blocking out most of the rising sun.
Aaron placed his sword back in its sheath. "What is that?" He glanced back at the inn before walking in that direction, curious of the object.
Virginia silently ate her scrambled eggs. It was close to noon, and none of them had seen Aaron since the previous night.
Todd approached her, carrying a book. "Miss Virginia, I've just completed this book, and I was wondering if you would like to read it."
Virginia brushed a small strand of hair away and smiled. "Sure, haven't read a good one in a while."
Enrique then walked up to the table and sat down across from Virginia. "Hello Virginia, and your name is…"
"Todd; Todd McCleney."
"Oh yes, Todd, well good morning. Where's uh, Jetty boy?"
Todd shook his head. "I haven't seen him, nor Mr. Aaron." Virginia stood up. "I guess I'll go look for him." She then hurriedly walked out of the inn, leaving Todd and Enrique alone. "Hey, is she Jet's girl?"
Todd sat down. "No, but I'm very sure she likes him." Enrique nodded. "What about Jet?" Todd shrugged. "To tell you the truth, I'm not sure. He's complex; in a way he's different, but then again, he's not."
As Enrique was about to respond, Aaron entered the room. "Where are the others?" he asked slowly, glancing around. Todd stood up. "Aaron, where have you been all this morning?"
He rubbed his right temple. "I found a ruin, but it was different. It's about three miles away from the inn. I decided to come back and tell you all."
Enrique stretched his arms. "We might as well go check it out." Aaron nodded. "It felt strange, as if it was familiar."
Jet stared at his hand, thinking the events, since Haruko was unleashed, through. "I have to learn how to control this power. I know that's why Janus attacked me; it was something about the power," Jet thought.
"Hey Jet!" The silver- haired Drifter grimaced at Virginia's interruption. "So, what are you doing here?"
Jet glanced at the ground. "I was thinking… until you said, 'Hey Jet!'."
Virginia scratched her nose. "Sorry, but the others were wondering where you were. By the way, do you know where Aaron is?"
He shook his head. "Haven't seen him." She shrugged. "You know, it's nice to see you again Jet. Having you around reminds me of when Clive and Gallows were with us; I already miss them."
Jet closed his eyes. "Haven't given them a second thought," he stated before walking back to the inn.
Virginia sighed. "I know you don't really feel that way, you just get all huffy about it," she thought.
As she was going back inside, Aaron walked out. "Oh, Virginia, are you ready for a small ride?"
"What?"
He rubbed his forehead. "I found a strange ruin this morning about three miles from the inn. Todd and Enrique suggest we check it out, as do I."
Virginia nodded. "I've never seen a ruin in these parts, yeah, let's go. Besides, with Janus roaming around, we have to be careful,"
Guile inspected the ruin. "How interesting… Hmm, we better check on Janus and Zane."
"Do you think he'll come?" asked Ileana. Guile nodded. "Oh yes, and we have to be ready."
