(And I'm going to try to update at least twice today, because today is the last day of vacation and then I have to go back to school tomorrow… Dammit! #!)

The Myth of Crystaelius:

Chapter Six: Confrontation I

Darius sped up the central tower, eager to reach the top. The chance to activate Orion was within their grasp, and they had to take advantage of it.

"Master Guile!" he exclaimed while bursting into the generator room. "You can come, Darius," Guile stated from the balcony.

He nodded and walked out of the room and onto the balcony.

"So, William tells me you've gathered both the key and activation card?" Darius nodded, removing them from his cloak.

"You've done well Darius, thank you." He then snatched the items from his hands and strode into the generator room.

"You have done well Darius, now just sit back and watch our hard work pay off," William stated as he leaned against the wall. Darius only glared at him is a bright flash of light occurred and Orion trembled extremely violently, rising up into the air.

"Hey, do you guys think they already activated that Orion thingy?" Enrique asked while Virginia thought. "If they got what they needed, then, yes."

Aaron nodded. "They must be operating from there; if we strike them now we can finish this!"

Virginia nodded and sighed, raising her arm. "Everyone, back away a little; I'm calling our transportation; Lombardia!" she shouted.

A few moments passed before the massive dragon suddenly landed. Enrique's eyes widened in fear and horror. "What is that!" he exclaimed. Jet answered, "It's a dragon, named Lombardia."

"A dragon? I thought those things were a legend?"

Aaron smiled. "It doesn't matter now; at least we have a ride."

"Lombardia, these other people are our friends; they're harmless," Virginia told the dragon, which nodded somewhat. "Thy is fine with the fact; Thou should trust thyself as well."

Virginia giggled. "Thank you for understanding."

They all then climbed into the small unit on Lombardia's back. She then rose into the air and began to make way for Orion.

"Amazing, isn't it?" William asked as Darius glanced around. "I guess so, but what is that?"

He pointed to a dark shape in the sky which seemed to be traveling in their direction.

William stroked his chin. "Master Guile, it seems our friends have a way of reaching us." Guile walked out on the balcony and crossed his arms. "So, they acquired the trust of a dragon? How interesting; prepare the cannons, I don't want them coming near the generator."

William nodded and walked out of the room, while Darius just stared.

"So, what exactly's our plan?" Jet asked. Virginia shrugged. "Um, I guess pounding them head on."

"However, they're not just going to allow us to attack them," Aaron stated. Virginia nodded. "I know, but if that generator is in there we have to destroy it."

As she finished stating this though, multiple beams of energy sailed past them. "What was that!" Enrique exclaimed, fearing for his life.

"It's Orion's method of defense; it was built for the ancient war anyway," Aaron replied.

Virginia gritted her teeth. "That leaves us no other choice but fighting back; Lombardia, prepare the Dragonic Gun Blaster! As you're charging, cover us with missiles!" she ordered.

The dragon roared and unleashed the flurry of attacks. The missiles dismantled some of the cannons and a few collided with Orion itself.

"Master Guile, do we prepare for an invasion?" William asked, re- entering the room. Guile nodded. "It seems we have no choice; go greet them once they arrive. Meanwhile, have Zane and Darius activate the shield to lessen the damage from their attacks. I will not allow them to destroy what I have sought after all these years!"

He nodded and exited the room while a bright flash occurred outside. "Alright, Lombardia; fire the gun!" Virginia shouted as the Dragon opened her mouth to reveal a powerful sphere of energy. In a devastating roar, she fired the blast. It collided with Orion in full force, completely destroying the shield and causing heavy damage to the building.

Aaron thought for a moment as they flew in near Orion. "If someone else is willing to come and assist me, I'd like to be dropped off here."

Virginia turned to him. "Are you completely positive, Aaron? We can go as one group?"

Aaron shook his head. "I'm sorry, but I have to do this," he replied. Jet stood from his seat. "Fine, I guess I'll go with you."

The swordsman stood up. "Alright then, if you would be so kind as to drop us off right here."

He pointed to a wide ledge which seemed to lead to another entrance. "We'll meet up with you later," he stated as they leapt out onto the ledge. They landed shakily but quickly continued.

Virginia sighed and had Lombardia fly up to the main entrance which had a long, large platform sticking out.

"Okay, we'll get of here; I'll call you Lombardia," Virginia stated as the dragon grunted in approval. It quickly flew off once they landed on the platform.

"So, we're just going to run in with our guns blaring hoping to win?" Enrique asked humorously. She nodded. "I hadn't really thought it out, but yeah."

"Unfortunately, I doubt you will even enter Orion," William called out to them as he walked out onto the platform, his arms behind his back.

"Who're you?" Virginia asked, grasping her ARMs. Enrique did the same as William smiled.

"I am William Black heart, third member of the Order of Osiris," he stated as he held out his hands away from his sides; dual blades slid out from the cloak as he grasped them.

Jet and Aaron quickly slid through the entrance, running down the small staircase which connected to the entrance.

They quickly ran off the stairs and through the small door, which led into a vast chamber which resembled a ballroom.

The ceiling was painted as if it was the night sky, but most of the room was painted gold. Flowers and exotic plants covered the outer rim of the circular platform, which housed a magnificent fountain in the center of it.

"What is this place?" Aaron thought aloud while studying it. Jet scanned it quickly with his eyes, noticing the staircase which led to another door on the opposite side of the room.

"It is a resting place, dear bother; a place for those with tired souls to relax."

Aaron quickly looked up to the voice to see Ileana standing before the door. She jumped down to the floor and grasped the samurai sword strapped to her side.

"Ileana, where is our grandfather! Please, I need to know!" Aaron exclaimed as she shook her head.

"Grandfather is currently busy, but I'm amazed; you still refer to him as your grandfather after running away and abandoning your family? Grandfather told me how you hated us, despised us. You decided on just running away, when you could've helped us begin a new life, and that is why I hate you!" she exclaimed.

His eyes widened. "N-No! He's been feeding you nothing but lies! He was the one who abandoned me; you were only four years old, he took advantage of you!"

"Be quiet!" she yelled. "I'll kill you before you shame our family again with your insolence!"

Ileana unsheathed her sword and held it out in front of her. The metal had a tint of blue color, and the hilt was black with a golden tip. There was what seemed like an eagle feather hanging on from the tip of the hilt.

"Fight me, Aaron! Let me see just how strong your power is compared to mine."

Aaron shook his head. "I won't fight you; I don't want to fight you! If you could just let me explain-,"

"No! We will fight!"

He sighed and glanced at his comrade. "Jet, please, go on and stop him. I have to finish things here."

Jet nodded quietly and ran to the doorway, passing Ileana on his way.

Aaron waited for Jet to leave and the door to close before grasping the hilt of his own sword.

"I see you inherited our father's sword; it was a shame you never knew him, but while my dull metal can't stand up to it, I can try."

Ileana smiled. "Good, and don't hold back."