Copy Right Law: I do not own the Newsies. TEARCRYSOB! But I own the Weasels and all of the other oddly nicknamed characters. Except Perch… but only half of Perch, Misty owns half of Perch.

Author: This Chapter takes place in Limbo. Limbo is an in between place. Time does not exist their so no time shall pass for the boys back in New York. Just wanted to explain real fast…

Misty/Perch: I love blue eyes and I'm glad you luff this story.

Hawk: Glad you thought that was cool and you should know that I would never kill Mush. I debated for a while about who Jess was going to turn. Keep reading…

Dodger: Fun fact… your first RR did work… or I got an email from you at least… I'm glad my fanfic rocks your socks. (Scratches head in imitation of Dodger) I luv Ben! He's one of my friends at school and the first time I saw the movie I thought Ben had magically gone into the TV. You do know I have a character named Dodger right? Is that just a weird coincidence or what? It's kind of starting to freak me out ; ) Please keep reading & RRing…

Love Across Time

Chapter 19: Training

The room was empty save a few tables and some chairs. Light came from a magical source along the top of the walls. The floor, walls, and few weapons were all made of wood. The room smelled of sulfur, wet wood, scorched wood, and freshly dug earth.

"What causes those smells?" asked Mush.

I gestured to the door. "Down the hall they have a forge, a wash house, and a green house."

"But why are the smells of burnt things in here? I thought this was a training room."

I nodded. "I will explain in a moment." I gestured to a table. "Sit and we will begin." Mush gave me a questioning look but did as I said.

But before I could start the door opened and a girl walked in. "Jessie" she said. "Dodger wanted me to tell you that he can't con today. He mentioned something about a vampire infestation in Athens."

"Did he give you any instructions for me, Perch?"

"Yeah, he said to just work on Elemental basics and that he'll get here as soon as he can. He also said to give him a feel for the diff weapons so that Masher's job will be a bit easier." Said Perch. "And since when am I Perch? You always call me Geeg because of what happened in Lit that one time."

I shrugged. "I don't know… but it suits you, Regina."

"I guess you're right."

She turned to leave. "Where are you headed too?" I asked.

She stopped and turned to me. "A dragon in Japan has just laid some eggs. David wants to see if we can raise one in the stables. He's sending me to get a few."

"That's not so bad. Just don't get eaten. You now how rarely Japanese dragons nest." I warned.

"And good luck to you too Beast." She said as she left.

I turned to Mush. "What was she talking about?" he asked. "Who are Dodger and Masher?"

"Well for weapons training it is best to have two teachers and Dodger volunteered to help me. He sent Geeg over to tell me he couldn't make it and what he thought I should do."

"Those sounded more like orders actually." He pointed out.

"Yeah but hey he's my older brother. That's to be expected." I explained. I continued ignoring Mush's surprised look at finding out that I had an older brother. "Masher is short for Potato Masher. It's a long story you'll hear it soon enough." I added at the look on his face. "Masher is the best Blacksmith in the world and will be making your signature weapon."

"How will he know what to make?"

"He will test you while you are still untrained in weapons." Before he could start I continued. "We do this so you can concentrate on that weapon. Yes you will learn others but its best if you had one all your own."

He though this over a bit. "Then why were you going to teach me weapons today?"

"Because it's easier for Masher when you have a bit of a feel for each."

Then he asked the question every one asked their guide. "What's your weapon?"

I smiled. I reached to my left hip and unsheathed my broadsword. But not just any

broadsword. This sword was made for speed and to cut things in half. It was curved in an S so stretched out it was almost straight. The Ancient Ruins that were carved along the blade are repeated the whole length of the blade. The hilt looked like it was wrapped in shining Ivey.

I let Mush hold it in his hand. He looked unable to speak. "Never seen anything like it

Huh?"

He ran his fingers over the Ruins. "What do these mean?"

As I spoke I pointed to the ruin. "This one stands for hope, love, bravery, cleverness, wisdom, and friendship. The Ruins chosen for your weapon are chosen by the way you act without magic."

"Not all the signature weapons are swords right?"

"No, there are a few spinning blades, an archer, Negle uses a staff, and some weapons don't have human names." I took my sword back and sheathed it.

"Now would you like to begin?"

"The spell I'm about to do will tell us what you're element is." We were sitting on the floor. Two bowls and a candle sat between us. One bowl filled with water, and one with dirt. The candle was unlit.

"Now close your eyes and hold you dominate hand over the objects." He did as I said. "Now reach deep inside of you soul… and the rest will come naturally."

I closed my eyes as well. I could feel the magic stirring inside of him. The Ancient gift that was given to us slowly awaking from its slumber. I opened my eyes and watched as he took control of his element.

The water in the bowl rippled. Then slowly the water flowed out of the bowl and up into Mush's hand forming a sphere of clear liquid. I smiled.

"Very good." I said breaking the magic that had filled the room. As soon as I spoke the sphere burst in his hand he gave a yelp of surprise. I laughed. "Looks like we've got ourselves a Water Elemental and a good one at that."

"How can you tell I'm any good?"

"Most people only cause the water to ripple but you formed in into a sphere in your hand… on your first try no less." He smiled. "Now lets get you familiar to some weapons." …