Title: Fire Emblem: The Spirit of the Fire Core
Author: Black-D
Disclaimer: I own nothing except for the over world, okay?

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Accompanied by Serra, the thunder god's assistant, Eliwood and his crew decide to head for the Temple of Fire to meet the goddess of fire. However, to reach the Temple of Fire, they must go through the Demon's Forest-- a forest that is said to have a deadly beast. Despite the threat, Eliwood and his crew head for the forest. Little do they know, the beast is not what they expect.

Chapter 5: Unfulfilled Heart

Well, we're here... Eliwood says uncomfortably as he stares at the entrance to the forest. Do we really have to pass through here Lyn? Lyn turns her head to stare at Eliwood.

That's right Eliwood, Lyn replies, Is something wrong? Lyn moves so that her whole body id facing Eliwood. Don't tell me that you're afraid of the forest.

It's not the forest I'm scared of. Eliwood answers. It's this heavy fog that creeps me out. It's so darn thick! Eliwood puts his hand out with his palm facing up, almost as if to catch the drops of moisture in the air.

And you were the one who was making fun of me for being scared of the dark'. Lyn mutters. Serra who hears that suddenly jumps into the conversation.

You're afraid of the dark? Serra asks, however the one who answers on not Lyn, but Eliwood.

That's right! Eliwood says as he smiles and nods, She doesn't like dark places. Man, you should have seen her while we were at the temple of lightning!

Was she really scared? Serra asks, Eliwood just nods. That is sooooo funny! Serra starts to laugh but stops when Lyn gives her the death glare.

So, We going in? Lyn asks. Eliwood nods. Then let's go

Uh... Okay... Eliwood replies, his voice is shaking with fear.

Let's go! Serra says joyfully. This is going to be an adventure of a life time!

The group heads into the forest. It starts rather bright with out much to fear. However, as they go deeper, the area starts to get darker, eyes of creature keeping close watch over them. Eliwood walks slowly and cautiously, hoping that he does not step on any thing. Serra on the other hand...

Oh wow! This is soooo cool! Serra cries as she runs around examining everything on the way. Isn't this great Lyn? She asks Lyn. Lyn just nods with an expression that says: I hope that she gets lost in the forest.

This place is creepy Lyn! Let's get out of here! Eliwood moans. Lyn stops in her tracks and turns to face Eliwood.

Eliwood, we're deep into the forest, and you want to turn back? Lyn asks. Listen, If we turn back now, we probably have to walk the same distance as it will take us to get out. And besides-- Who's there? Lyn suddenly changes the subject as she take a sharp turn to face the bushes. I know you're there, come out.

S-Something wrong L-Lyn? Eliwood asks, Serra however, does not show any interest.

Someone's back there. Lyn says to Eliwood. I can sense it.

M-Maby it's just an animal. Eliwood shivers, Lyn eyeballs him, then looks back in the direction she was facing earlier.

No, It's definitely a person. Lyn says. Come out, NOW! Lyn demands. After a while, someone finally makes an appearance form the bushes. It is a young man. He has blue clothes and a blue head band. His green hair is braided into one long tail. On his waist, he has a sword sheathed. Eliwood sees him and walks up to him.

Hi, what the heck are you-- before Eliwood can get closer to him, the boy takes his sword and swings at Eliwood. Wha- What the! Eliwood jumps back to dodge the swing just in time.

What the heck do you think you're doing to him! Lyn cries as she draws the Mani Katti. Who the $& are you?

Wh-Why would you care!? What the heck do you want with my name? boy asks. And who the heck are you coming into my territory?

Hey! We were just passing through here, we didn't even know that you were here. Eliwood persuades. However, the boy thins his eyes to glare at him.

And how can I trust you? the boy yells, how do I know you aren't here to kill me? How do I know you didn't come to hunt me down? I can't trust you! I can't trust anyone!

Hey, hey, I swear, we were just passing through. Eliwood says, Let's go Lyn, let's go Serra.

Lyn says as she places her sword in her sheath.

Okay! Let's explore some more! Serra says joyfully, she doesn't seem to notice that the boy is there. The group starts to walk away, but the boy does nt seem to want to let them leave so easily.

Where the heck are you going? Gonna invite more people to make fun of me? I don't think so! the boy charges at them with his sword. He aims to cut down Lyn form behind, however, his sword gets knocked out of his hand. Lyn is facing him, the Mani Katti pointing at his throat.

What were you trying to do to me? Lyn asks him. However, the boy just glares at her then runs off, picking his sword up on the way. "Hey! Get back here! Lyn starts to chase him, but Eliwood stops her.

Let him go Lyn. Eliwood says, He just has something troubling himself, give him sometime, he might even turn out to be a nice guy! Just give him some time.

Lyn starts, but stops, Fine, as you say. Lyn places her sword back into it's sheath. The group of three head on toward the other side of the forest.

A few hours later...

Are we there yet? Eliwood complains, he asks Lyn who is walking in front of him. I am sick of this forest!

We're almost there, Lyn responds, The sun light is getting brighter as we speak, ao we must me close to the edge of the forest!

Eliwood cries in joy. I can't believe we're close to getting out of the forest!

Aw... It was just getting interesting to... Serra mutters. Lyn simply ignores her and moves on, Eliwood right behind her. Serra realizes that she is being ignored, so she decides to shut up and follow them.

After a while, Eliwood and his crew reach the end of the forest. A large plain with plenty of grass in front of them, birds flying over head. The butterflies dance around the small patches of flowers.

Eliwood says on amazement. Serra also stares at the scene in awe. Lyn however, does not seem to care. what's wrong Lyn? Isn't it amazing? Eliwood asks. Lyn looks at him then tells him the reason.

I've been living on the plains all my life. This is always how it is in spring. Lyn replies.

You were raised on the plains? Eliwood asks. Lyn flinches at his words of idiocity.

I found you unconscious on the plains, remember? And my house was there to, remember? Lyn points out to him. Eliwood realizes that just now, and he is a bit embarrassed.

Er... Yeah, I knew that, I-I just forgot! Eliwood laughs. Lyn sighs and shakes her head.

Well, let's go to the temple of fire all ready! Serra exclaims, she starts sprinting straight forward until Eliwood asks her something.

Do you even know where the Temple of Fire is? Eliwood calls to Serra. She stops and turns around, she shakes her head from side to side, indicating that she does not know.

She was going in the right direction Eliwood, Lyn tells him. you didn't have to stop her.

How do you know that? Eliwood asks, Lyn blinks then answers.

I-I saw a map of the locations before! Lyn claims, Now! Let's go! Lyn starts running.

Hey! Wait up Lyn! Eliwood cries out as he follows her.

Wait! Don't go with out me! Serra cries, she too starts to run. And the three of them head for the temple of fire.

Meanwhile, back in the forest, the boy sits at the root of a tree staring at his blade.

I, Guy, can trust no one... nobody... the boy mutters to him self. Humans, none of them are worth trusting... He sits there alone, nothing to accompany him, only his sword. He sits in silence until he realizes that he is not there alone. I know you're there! Get out of this forest! There is another moment of silence before a girl with red hair and a green dress comes out form behind a tree. Who are you?

I am Priscilla. the girl says as she takes a step forward, It is a pleasure to meet you Guy. Guy flinches wen he finds out that she knows his name.

How do you--

Same way that I know that you are troubled by something. Priscilla says before Guy can ask. Please, tell me what is troubling you so that I can awaken your hidden strength.

Hidden-- I-I don't know what you're talking about! Guy cries as he steps back. Besides, how do I know I can trust you? You're human! No human is worth trusting!

Then, what if I tell you that I'm not human? Priscilla asks with a smile. Guy stands still staring at the girl.

Not human? Then, What are you? Guy asks. Priscilla smiles.

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End of chapter! I'm really getting to like my own fic. I hope you feel the same way. Please! Review!