Phoenixes Gathered As One

They all gathered out side as Genki took out the golden stone. Activating its power is glowed hovering in his hands; a pure white arrow of light appeared in the center and turned to point to Hasuka. Genki smiled as a look of shock passed over Hasuka's face.

"Some how I knew it would be you."

"You did? But how am I..."

"Your tendencies are like a Phoenix, you're calm and gentle about things most of the time. You always come up with a success even in the misted of defeat. And you're destined to be with Dianna." Hasuka found a necklace clasped around his neck in mere moments. The stone flashed then was still against his chest. "We'll help you awaken Golden Phoenix later but for now we need to get moving." He smiled signaling them all to get ready to go. Genki climbed on his snowmobile putting his goggles down and his hat on. Holly did the same, uncertainty in her eyes. Her mind plagued by the words that had spewed from Nick's mouth. Genki touched her shoulder reassuringly she turned to look at him, * He seems so calm and sure of this. But what if I am a liability and a weakness to him? * She nodded and they pulled away from the based they had called home for 2 weeks.

It took a record two hours for them to find enemy fire. Genki expertly moved through the snow on his machine. Shifting his weight at the precise moments necessary to pull of mind-boggling maneuvers. Holly was less apt for this new machine and flinched with every shot fired. Genki caught a glimpse of her as she flinched, *She's afraid of the gunshots now. That's not good I'll have to work with her on it. * Her hand instinctually shot to her gun belt pulling the 35 mm from its resting place. In an instant three men who had attempted an attack lay dead in the snow. Four more fell from the hot lead that streaked through them, as she passed. Their life's leaked away under them as they lay there in pain. Holly's eyes seemed cold now, changed some how. More shots rang out from her weapon as she passed by the men whom wished to destroy her home. She turned her head to see a rocket coming at her full speed. Suddenly the training kicked in and she maneuvered her snowmobile expertly out of the way, firing once more at the shooter as the snow behind her exploded. Snow showered over her but her fear no longer existed, she heard Mocchi cry out and instantly she headed to his aid. Her gun fired again hitting the aslant point blank as she passed by. Mocchi waved in thanks and stood up again as she continued on her way. Taking a gamble she ran over a couple of crouched enemy soldiers with her vehicle leaving them to lie in pain in the cold snow. Skidding to a halt she ejected the clip and loaded a new one. The fight raged on, Genki zoomed by her taking out many soldiers with a machine gun. Genki was suddenly knocked over his vehicle and thrown the ground by an aslant. Holly growled and sped forward, leaning down she grabbed an enemy sub machine gun and open fired on her love's attacker. The man took 20 direct hits in the chest and head and fell to the ground. She stopped looking at Genki as he got up with a grin, he ran through the knee deep snow and got back on his snowmobile then took off at her side as they engaged the rest of their foes.

In all the chaos and confusion of the two and one half hour battle no one noticed the damage they had taken but now that it was over they felt the pain clearly. Genki had led them all into a large cave where they made base camp. Finding there to be a hot spring in the cave they made their rooms in various corridors near the hot spring. The floors of the cave were very warm back there and allowed for them to remove the excess clothing they had worn during the day. Genki had suggested they take advantage of the hot springs and had found something to split it in two making a side for the women and the men. Everyone seemed enthusiastic about the idea. Holly had already shed her clothing and had allowed Genki to tend her various wounds after tending his. She climbed into the women's side slowly letting the hot water sooth her sore muscles. She sat down leaning back to relax. Genki was already in the men's side and several other men had joined him by now. Pixie walked in with Dianna as they chatted. Holly glanced over to them with a smile, glad for the company. She also noticed Aaka as she came in. The three women joined Holly with a smile. Holly blinked in confusion noticing that Pixie was also nude. Pixie chuckled.

"Many humans don't realize that is just clothing and not fur or something. Don't worry about it Holly."

"Alright."

"So Holly by the ring on your finger I would presume that Genki proposed to you huh?" she blushed a little.

"Yes he did. He did so right after he got well again."

"That's great to hear you two make a great couple." Dianna smiled.

"Just as you and Hasuka do Dianna. Speaking of which we have to activate the Golden Phoenix later." The three nodded. They looked up to see Sky, Kattana, and Siren joining them. The three soldiers kept to themselves most of the time and Holly had attempted a friendship, finding that harder then she thought. They trusted no one but those they served with and under.

"So what are your plans for later in life child?" Aaka said in her usual gentle vampiric tone, Holly noted for the first time that she had a slight accent but not a typical vampiric one. This was an entirely different accent.

"I'm not really sure. I know that Genki and I plan to marry and find a house in this world to raise our child but we haven't really discussed anything more then that. I'm not sure either of us have thought that far in advance." Dianna smiled,

"You could always come to our world Holly. Genki was right when he said you're very intelligent women. There are valuable things that could be learned in our world that could help you in this one." Holly stared at her for a moment.

"I suppose that's true, Genki and I will talk about it later I'm sure." Aaka smiled.

"How are your wounds?"

"Hmm? Oh, they are fine, healing nicely I think. Genki told me I should be able to have the stitches removed in a week or so."

"Advantages to your new body, huh?" Dianna winked, "a human would take at least 4 months to heal from that totally. And it's only been a few weeks."

"That's true. Everything has its ups and downs though."

"Very true Holly." Holly laid her head back letting her whole body relax, the hot waters felt great on her sore muscles and her wounds. With a smile the other women left her to rest finding there own spot to relax after this hard and cold day.

On the men's side Genki was relaxing as well, Mocchi was right next to him and all the other monsters except Golem and Big Blue had joined him. Tiger and Greywolf lay on a rock half submerged in the water both had their eyes closed.

"Hey Genki heard you popped the question to Holly." Turbo said smugly.

"Yes I did. We are engaged now."

"What are you going to do after this war?" Balanka inquired, the monsters watched the soldiers exchange.

"Probably settle down here in the monster world with Holly, I prefer this world anyway. Other then raise our child, we haven't talked about our future plans."

"There's got to be something you want to do man" Jax hinted, Genki shrugged.

"Get your mind out of the gutter Jax." Jax raised a brow wondering how Genki knew.

"Yes sir."

"Don't call me that when were at ease."

"Fine."

"The only thing I have a passion for that I could do is making jewelry but without the right equipment that wouldn't work either."

"Who said the portal had to be closed?" Genki shot a glance to Turbo, his eyes flashing dangerously.

"More trouble will only come to this world if that gate is not closed. I have no intentions of leaving it open." The soldiers backed up a little knowing better then to mess with him. Armaoq placed his hand on Genki's shoulder.

"Relax son, they obviously have not foreseen what you have. Just chill." Genki glanced to him but relaxed again, he knew Armaoq was much stronger then he let on. "Genki is right the gate is more of a liability then an asset. Each of you think of the technology of your world and the good and bad it has caused." Each soldier did so and then looked down seeing what Genki did.

"You're right Genki technology has only added in the crime and destruction of our own world. It made things easier yes and helped a little but there are millions who die each year because of that technology." Balanka stated half-heartedly.

"Genki if the technology is that bad then why do you use it?" Hare asked.

"Because those in my world will not discard it. It makes them too much money. Most people are self-centered and greedy in my world; hospitality, honor, and chivalry have all been lost in the sea of greed, lust, and power. There are very few people left in the world who know kindness and love in there hearts. Most who do are Christians or Jews."

"I have to agree with that." Jax nodded.

"At any rate Hasuka you will join me and Holly later. We must awaken your Phoenix. After that all the phoenixes will meet. I do not know what we are meeting for, only that my Phoenix tells me that we must." Hasuka nodded after being snapped out of his daze. Nick stayed by himself as usual though he was there relaxing. Everyone lay back to relax for this one time.

Later Hasuka came to Holly and Genki's room finding them waiting for him.

"Lets begin." Genki touched his shoulder, Holly touching his other shoulder. Hasuka instinctually touched theirs. Their auras flared around them as they met in mind.

…Call him forth Hasuka… he looked at them both slightly taken aback by the phoenixes that stood next to them. He nodded finally snapping out of his initial shock.

…Please Golden Phoenix come to my side and aid us in this valiant fight for life and love… his words rang though the surrounding white surreal area. With a flash of golden flames the golden Phoenix stood next to him in an instant.

…What is this fight you speak of that I must aid you in?… he cooed his demeanor totally different then the others. Genki stepped forward immediately gaining his attention.

…Mu has returned stronger then he was; we need all the phoenixes to destroy his evil once and for all. Other wise this world will be devastated… the golden bird nodded understandingly.

…Then you have my aid. Take my power, let it harmonize with all the others and defeat this evil my friend… he spoke to Hasuka only.

…I will Golden Phoenix… they broke the connection, Hasuka's body was surrounded by golden flames he could feel the powers he spoke of pulsing through his veins as the flames flickers around him. "I guess its time we meet with the others huh?"

"Yes, it is Hasuka." They smiled and walked out of the room, he followed close behind being joined by Dianna who had waited for him. Aaka, Armaoq, and Nick all waited for them in a side room. They sat down in a close circle all looked to Genki. Genki smiled, …the floor is yours Phoenix… his eyes glowed red as the Phoenix took over his body.

"Many of you know what we are in for but many do not. Its time I show you Mu and let you feel his power." With a wave of his hand his mind connected to all the phoenixes giving them his visions of Mu and the Army they would face. Of the last 3 generals and their capabilities. They all nodded not a bit shocked by Mu's tremendous power. "Mu will stop at nothing to achieve his goal do not forget that my friends. He is not one to take things lying down or to give in; he will fight to the death. Only when we are one can we defeat him. It is time that we perform the ritual and become one in mind, body, and spirit." Holly took note that he did no say soul but spirit but did not question it. They all nodded joining hands, Genki took the incense from his uniform and placed it in the holder in the center of them, lighting the incense and blowing the flame out the perfumed smoke began to rise. "Let this incense of dragon's blood purify what we are about to do." He took his seat taking Holly and Aaka's hand bowing his head like the rest of them. Each of them glowing with their own flaming aura, as their powers harmonized; he connected there minds allowing them to chant with him.

"Let those who sit before you humble and glorified son of the universe be one, let us become as the stars in the sky and the oceans of the earth one in spirit, body, and mind. Let us shine together and move as one. Help us we swear are allegiance to thee to destroy all the evil that may reek havoc in this beautiful world of worlds." A bright flame of orange pierced the room changing its color as their auras joined it. When all was done there shined a prism star in the center of the room. Their pendants appeared on their chests glowing the light of the star shot to each pendant causing its owner to move back slightly with the hit of power. The power flowed through their being causing each and every cell of their form to shine with the aura of power they had been given. "We are as one under you God above all other Gods!" they all yelled together. A blinding light flashed enveloping them and lighting up the hallways. The monsters froze watching it with the soldiers. Finally the light faded leaving them to sit hand in hand the phoenixes shrouding them in their auras. With a smile Genki looked up.

"It is done." They all smiled in return nodding, they could feel each others presence in their hearts knowing they would win, none doubted, none were sad they all knew what was to come and what they must do.

In silence they stood and walked out of the room the monsters saw them noting a difference in their demeanors but said nothing to them. Holly and Genki walked into a separate room to make dinner while the others sat in the main room.

"So what happened?" Pixie asked

"We became one in power, mind, spirit, and body. Ours powers will work together in the upcoming fight" Dianna responded looking to her monster friend with a smile.

"So we can win?" Suezo seemed less then hopeful.

"Yes, we can as long as we all work together as one team." Hasuka reassured. Holly and Genki emerged with some stew handing out the bowls in silence then taking their seats with there own bowls. They looked over the group then began to eat; the monsters stared at them wondering why they hadn't said a word.

"Something wrong with you both?" Greywolf inquired.

"Hmm? No we are just thinking things over." Holly nodded agreeing with Genki's response. He shrugged looking to his brother before continuing to eat.

After everyone had finished Genki and Holly stood before them.

"Its time we face our enemies, we will go after Ishan tomorrow I know where he is."

"From there we can take on Steve and Lopez until we finally face Mu."

"We must all work together and trust each other otherwise we will never win this fight."

"He is right no more squabbling guys and girls its time for us to unite and fight as a team."

"Together always" Genki held his hand out.

"Together always" Holly placed hers on his. Dianna and Hasuka stood placing their hands on there friends.

"Together always" they said in stereo. Aaka, Armaoq, and Nick all did the same.

"Together always." They said as a trio. One by one the monsters stood with the soldiers placing there hands, tongues, fingers, and paws on top of each other's.

"Together always" they chorused. A light flooded from the phoenixes to the others filling them with hope, strength, patience, and understanding. Their bodies felt hot but yet there was no pain or fatigue to come. The light faded, Genki and Holly grinned happy they all united finally.

"Lets all get some rest then we'll all need it I'm sure."

"Right!" they all responded.

Then they all left for their rooms Holly and Genki walked hand in hand. "Holly did the killing you were doing earlier bother you?" he asked gently.

"Yes, it did Genki…but I know that I have to do it now…if I don't take my enemy down they will destroy us all. I have accepted that and that I must kill." He pulled her close as they sat on their sleeping bag.

"I know it's hard for you right now love but I promise it'll be over with soon. Then we can live in peace with love in our home, no more killing." She smiled up to him

"I know and that is why I'm willing to do this for you now even if it hurts me inside. You were right when you told me that with out pain there isn't a gain. And that such pain is apart of life."

"I will always try to guide you with words love." she smiled and pulled him down with her.

"Its late hon lets rest." He smiled pulling the sleeping bag around them as he held her close in his arms. She snuggled with him enjoying his safe warm grip. "Good night Genki, if you lead I will follow…." She half fell asleep already.

"Night Hol, and thank you for trusting me." He kissed her forehead as she drifted off. Then he settled down with her for the night.