1Hey everyone, it's me! Okay, so we're starting to get closer to the really emotional and deep chapters but it probably won't be for another 3 or 4 chapters (don't quote me on that though). Okay, I want to respond to each and every one of my reviews because I really appreciate everyone who does review this story. I would like to make it worth your while.

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Chapter 16: A New Ally

Once the group reached Meltokio, they realized that it was going to be much more difficult to get through than they thought. There were two guards blocking the entrance to the city and everyone in their group was a wanted criminal. There was no way that they would be able to easily get into Meltokio.

"Now what?" Storm asked.

"Well, there is another way to get in," Zelos said.

"How's that?" Raine asked.

"Well, at night the doors to the city close and I had to sneak into the city quite a few times. I always went through the sewer system," he replied and pointed at the hidden entrance.

"Why were you out so late at night, Zelos?" Collette asked.

"I'll show you sometime," Zelos replied.

With Zelos' comment Sheena and Storm automatically slapped him upside his head causing him to reel back in pain.

"Oww...What was that for?" Zelos asked holding his throbbing head.

"For being a jerk and exploiting a young girl," Storm replied as she hit him again.

After the group pulled themselves together they began to travel through the intricate maze that made up the sewer. Once they finally saw the exit they began to move quicker, giving a sigh of relief at the thought of getting out of the smelly sewage area.

They reached the end of the sewer and were just about to begin to climb out when their path was blocked by several tough looking men. They were apparently prisoners because one of the man's hands were bound. They all looked tough and ready to fight.

"If you defeat these kids, we will reduce your sentences," said a guard.

The group was about ready to fight, when Zelos decided it was a good idea to try and negotiate with one of the prisoners. The prisoner did not listen to his pleas and prepared to attack the Chosen, when Presea jumped in front of him. One of the prisoners, a tall, middle-aged, blue-haired man, stopped and seemed to almost recognize her. When he saw the small, pink-haired girl he decided to retreat, leaving the group to safely escape out of the sewer system.

Once they made it to the Elemental Research Laboratory, the entered to see if Sheena's suggestion would work. Once they entered the lab, Sheena saw someone who she was apparently acquainted with.

"Kuchinawa, what are you doing here?" Sheena asked as she walked over to the ninja.

"I'm here on a secret mission for Mizuho. What are you doing here?" Kuchinawa replied.

"I'm here with the Chosen's group. We're going to find a way to save both of our worlds. But, we need a way to get to Sybak," Sheena replied as she looked over at one of the scientists who was working at the lab.

"Well, let's see...I've got it. We could modify an Elemental Cargo to run under Undine's power. If you could harness her powers you could surf over the water," the scientist replied.

"Surf...over the...water?" Raine said hesitantly.

"You're not afraid, are you Raine?" Lloyd asked teasingly.

"N...no! I'm up for it," Raine replied.

"Okay, then it's settled. When should we pick it up?" Sheena asked.

"Meet me by the Tethe 'alla Bridge tomorrow and I'll bring it for you," Kuchinawa replied.

"Thanks," Sheena said.

"Okay, so now what?" Storm asked as they left the laboratory.

"You guys can head over to my mansion and we can spend the night there," Zelos said.

"Couldn't that be dangerous? We are wanted criminals after all," Raine said.

"Don't' worry, nothing is going to happen," Zelos replied as he started to lead the way to his mansion.

Once inside, the group began to get comfortable for the night. Storm made her way to the bedroom. When she got there she was called to the window. When she got there she saw someone she wasn't expecting. Her father was floating outside her window and flew in once she opened the window.

"Dad, what are you doing here?" she asked surprised at his presence.

"I came to see how you were doing. I heard that you and Pronyma got into a fight the other day, and well I know that she would be stronger without your angelic powers..." Kratos began.

"Dad, I'm fine. I can totally handle her. She's lucky I couldn't use my angelic powers, I would've sent her back to Derris-Kharlan. I'm okay. She wouldn't kill me, besides Lloyd saved me," Storm replied.

"Lloyd helped you?" He asked.

"Yeah...why are you giving me that weird look," Storm asked.

"I'm just happy that you got away safe," Kratos replied.

"Oh, Lord Yggdrassil wanted me to tell you that it's almost time that you leave the group. You'll have to expose yourself for who you really are," Kratos said sadly.

"Yeah...hey dad?" Storm asked.

"What is it?" He replied.

"Do you think what Lloyd says is true? Do you think it's possible to save both worlds, save Collette, and stop discrimination?" She questioned looking at him with those hazel eyes.

"I don't know, but I think it's wise if you keep those questions hidden from Lord Yggdrassil, he may not like you thinking about that," Kratos replied.

"Okay, maybe someday we can ask him," she replied with a smile on her face.

Suddenly, Storm stopped talking and listened very carefully. "Dad, go hide over there," Storm said as she pointed towards the closet. Kratos walked in and hid himself.

Storm quickly opened the door and Zelos fell in as he lost his balance.

"So, are you spying on me again?" she asked angrily. "I'm not even naked this time!"

"No, I mean I was spying. But you see I want to join you guys," Zelos replied.

"What are you talking about?" She asked a little worried.

"The guy that you've been talking to just now, the one hidden over there," he said as he pointed to the closet, "and that guy you were talking to in the forest the other night, you all work for this Cruxis group everyone talks about right?" Zelos asked anxious to get in on the secret.

"Oh boy," Storm said as Kratos stepped from his hiding place. "What should we do?"

"I say we contact Lord Yggdrassil," Kratos suggested.

"Okay," Storm replied as she pulled out her holographic projector where Lord Yggdrassil appeared.

"Yes, Storm what is it?" Yggdrassil asked.

"We have an eavesdropper who wants to help us, the Chosen of Tethe 'alla," Storm said as she pointed towards Zelos.

"Well, let him know that he may either join us or die," Yggdrassil replied.

"I think I'm gonna go with the 'joining you' option. One question, if I help you guys what can I get out of it," Zelos asked.

"You mean besides sparing your life," replied Yggdrassil.

"Well, my life as it is now isn't really worth living. I just want a carefree life," Zelos replied.

"You seem pretty carefree to me," Storm replied.

"I'm not all I seem to be," he said.

"Hmm...well we could have you keep tabs on the Chosen's group after Storm leaves. That way we can have her fighting on our side and still have a spy in the group. Okay, you watch over the group and I'll set you free of your Chosen duties. Of course, you'll have to bring the group to me and you'll have to destroy them," Yggdrassil said.

"Sounds good to me. Of course anything's better than the life I'm living now," he replied.

"You do realize that means that you'll be returning to us soon. Not yet, but soon. Hang in there and show him the ropes. If he decides to blow our cover you can kill him. Keep up the good work," Yggdrassil replied as he disappeared from the projector.

"All right! Now we get to work together!" Zelos yelled happily returning to his perky self.

"First thing, don't do that. Second, you'll only associate with Lord Yggdrassil when he calls for you, that's it. Don't screw this up, I really don't want to have to kill you," Storm said as she waved good-bye to her father who was flying out the window.

"Get out of here," Storm said as she shoved Zelos out of her room.

Once he was gone Storm went over to her bed and laid down on it, preparing for another sleepless night.

Great, someone else to worry about. If I don't kill the others then he will. Soon I'll have to go back to Derris-Kharlan, but I feel much happier here. I really can't explain it but I feel better around Lloyd and the others. What am I gonna do? Betray my friends or stick with what my 'family' has always taught me? Storm thought as she stared at the ceiling.

Kratos flew through the night and thought about the events which had just taken place.

Lloyd protected Storm? Maybe he can sense their connection, I can tell that Storm feels something for him. She doesn't love him, but cares for him like he was her brother. Does she know? I don't think she does. What are we going to do now that Zelos has joined in. I thought that Storm would be able to prevent Mithos from harming Lloyd and the others but I don't know about Zelos. He doesn't seem as dumb as he puts on to be. There is a lot behind him. The only thing I can do now is to continue collecting things for Lloyd. Hang on a little bit longer Storm and Lloyd...

Well, what do you think? I decided to throw in Zelos while typing this. Pretty soon, I'll reveal the truth. Hey! Do you guys want me to kind of summarize the story a little more. I mean you already know most of it already so I want to get to the parts that are different. I'm trying to get to the really good parts faster. What do you think? Or should I just stick with how I'm doing now? Please review, tell me how you liked this chapter. Anything you want different? Thank you.