Got another chapter folks! A big thanks to BlackDragonofdarknessflames, glad you like it! And thanks for the help! Time to see what happens.

"So what's up?" Sora asked, casually.

"I need to tell you about what happened in Atlantica."

"Oh yeah, you promised to explain what happened." Sora Smiled.

"It started after I left you guys. Megan showed up. But… She didn't attack me. We talked a bit, and she wanted to redeem herself. So I agreed to let her spy on the others. She's not evil, not anymore…"

"Do you have any idea how dangerous that was!" Sora asked, staring at her.

"She'll call me at the first sign of trouble." Selena answered calmly.

"No, no, no. I mean agreeing to that! Talking to her! Are you crazy?"

"Yeah, who knows what sort of trouble she could cause us?" Donald added.

"Gee, guys! As if I don't know all this!"

"Then why did you do it?" Sora asked,

"Because I had to!"

"No, you didn't!"

"Well, what do you know! You've never had a family! You don't understand!" She screamed, more sharply then she meant. Sora looked like he had just been slugged.

Selena couldn't stand to argue anymore, and left. One side of the Gummie ship served as Selena's room. Really all it was was a small corner, with a curtain. It only added to her pain. She flopped down on the sleeping bag, and pulled out the key-chain her older brother Corey had given her. It was a cougar claw. She pulled it to her heart, and suppressed a sob.

The only thought she had as she drifted to sleep was, "If only I could talk to Sora again, and try to

explain…"

Selena found herself in a most unusual dream. She was wearing a long flowing white gown, with silver embroidery. Her hair was down, but a cool breeze was blowing it pleasantly away from her face. She was standing on a wall above the sea, the moonlight made her dress look ghostly.

"Selena?" Sora's voice came. She turned around just as he was coming up. He was still in his usual clothes, but his blue eyes seemed so much brighter than normal.

"Hey, look I'm sorry about blowing up at you. That wasn't right." Selena said, as she sat down. He sat next to her.

"Me too. I just don't understand…why would you choose to believe her? After she attacked you, I think you should be a little more careful."

"Agreed, but I can't give up. Not yet. Sora, I trust her because of the look in her eyes. She's scared, and sincere."

"But, how do you know for sure?" Sora asked, looking at her with concern.

"You know when something's wrong with your friends, right? It's the same thing, only stronger…much stronger." She said with a far-off look in her eyes.

"What's being in a family like? You get kinda sad when you think about them."

"Well…It's just that I miss them. I remember all the good times, and it hurts to think that they've changed. A family is like… like your best friends. If someone hurts you, they're there to protect you. They love and except you, no matter what. Not to say that they'll stand for you doing something wrong. But they give you something the rest of the world won't."

"And what's that?" He asked intent.

"Love and acceptance that's unconditional." Selena sighed. There was a long silence. The breeze played with her hair, blowing it in her face, hiding her face from view.

"Selena…" Sora trailed off, not knowing what to say.

When Selena woke up she jumped to her feet. Had the really done all that? She had to make sure. She brushed her hair, and threw it up into a ponytail. Quietly, she crept out. Donald and Goofy were asleep. Sora however, was wide awake. She wasn't so sure anymore. What if it hadn't happened? Would he still be mad? It was a risk she was going to have to take.

"Sora?"

"Did you…Err…? Did we, have that dream?" He asked, looking up hopefully at her.

She nodded. "Yes I think we did…Do you think we could do it again?"

"Who knows? But…It was nice. And, I want you to know… While I don't trust Megan, I do trust you. So, I'll back you."

"Thank you." Selena whispered, too happy for words. Her heart thumped hard with the joy she felt.

"In the meantime, we're headed to Traverse Town. Yuffie and Aerith should be happy to see you."

"Yeah… It'll be good to see the others. I want to talk to Merlin too."

"That's right; he has to evaluate your magic." Sora smiled, absent mindedly.

"…"

"Tell me about your brothers." Selena looked up in surprise at him.

"Well… Corey, he's hard to read. He's the oldest. He can make anyone laugh. He and Sethy get along. And although he's annoying at times, you can't help but like him.

Seth, he's a social butterfly. I can't count all the places he goes to in a day. But one thing's for sure…Girls are crazy about him. They'll be staring at him, while he's just beeboping along." She laughed.

"What?" Sora asked.

"One time, we went to dairy queen. One girl was on break, and she stared at Seth. Then she turned to me, and gave me an evil look. She thought that Seth was my boyfriend or something. It was really funny."

He grinned. "Yeah… Do you think that they'd be okay? You traveling with m...us!" He turned red. "Us… Do you think that they would mind?" Sora asked, seriously.

"Sure! Why wouldn't they be?" Selena smiled.

"Dunno. Just wondered…" The only noise was the clicking and whirring of the Gummie ship.

"So you think that Megan's a traitor?"

"Yes, she's spying for Sora." Maleficent said, petting her crow.

"And Selena is with Sora?"

"The king's lackeys as well." She answered.

"Hmm… Perhaps, I need to talk to her."

"No, we must wait. We must make her feel alone, then re-extend the invitation."

"You're right, but why don't we simply hurry up the process? I dislike waiting. Besides, we still don't know where Seth is."

"True. Which is why we must wait. After we find him, then the pieces will fall into place. As for Meagan… Let Selena believe that she is helping them.

In the meantime, we need to talk about getting Kairi's heart back. She's a crucial part of our plan."

"What about Sora? And this Riku?"

"Sora must be disposed of, as soon as possible. Riku… I think he'd make a suitable bodyguard, don't you?"

"Yes…"

"Good, now let's get back to your training." She said, turning to the door

"Seth?" Riku asked.

"Yes?" He answered, looking up.

"I think something's happening. I had this strange dream…"

"What was it about?" Seth asked, putting more sticks to the fire.

"Selena." Riku murmured. Seth's head shot up.

"What? Are you serious?"

Riku nodded. "She was in a white dress, dancing in this palace. There was some kind ball, and sora was there too."

"Hmm… This could force us to play our hands sooner than we had anticipated. We need to make sure that this shadow doesn't get close to her."

"Agreed, but with Sora, don't you think she'll be okay?"

"Who can say for sure? I can't. We have to watch, and listen."

They both fell into a long silence. After all, they had exhausted every topic, on which they could talk about. From nuts, to politics. They knew a lot about each other. To Riku, it felt like they had known each other for a long time. He liked that. He also liked this boy. They were both trying to protect someone they cared about.

Suddenly, a hooded figure appeared out of nowhere.

"Who are you?" Seth asked, jumping to his feet.

"That need not concern you. Riku, I want your help." The hooded man said to the silver haired teen.

"With what?"

"Protecting someone who's true powers have yet to be awakened. I believe you know her quite well." He said, turning to Seth.

They looked at each other. Riku saw the look in Seth's eyes that meant to proceed with caution.

"Alright. But we'll need a name."

"Ansem. Ansem the wise.

Megan's heart beat faster as Maleficent passed her. The disembodied voice had always been her. Only now did she make this known. It creeped Megan out to no end. Next mission, she would tell Selena.

"You!" The tall woman said, turning her gaze to Megan.

"Yes ma'am?"

"Come with me." She said, walking towards a back room. Megan shivered, and followed. The back room had always been off limits. Not that any of them wanted anything to do with it. The room was lit by a green flame, illuminating the otherwise dark room. Maleficent closed the door behind her.

"Sit." She said, in a sweet voice. Megan did so.

"Now, down to business. There has been a report that says that you're giving our secrets to Selena, and Sora. I of course, have to ask, is this true?" Her voice was still pleasant, and sweet.

"No Ma'am."

"Now, it's okay. If you have I understand your thoughts. I won't hurt you dear, if that's what you're worried about. I want to let you in on a secret. But this report puts a damper on it." She said, sadly. "I need to know the truth."

"I see…Yes, I let Selena go…" Megan said, somewhat shyly.

"Why?"

"I…I didn't want to hurt her…"

"It's a good thing you didn't. Selena is in trouble. That boy Sora is heading down a dangerous path. He has stolen her heart, and she'll follow him no matter where he goes. Not that it's her fault. Sora has stolen your sister away from you. We must bring her back to her senses. I need your help." She turned to Megan.

"Unless we act quickly, Sora will take her away from you!" Maleficent said, looking really worried. At first this tall dark woman scared her, now she felt that every word was true, and sincere.

"I'll bring her back! That boy will pay!" She said angrily.

"Yes, good. I will give you powers beyond your imagination. Patrick and Isabelle will do as you ask them. They are at your command." The evil laughs filled the air.

Sorry to keep you hanging, but that's how I work. Blame it on inspiration. Anyways, Chapter seven is up! Yay! This is great! Well, you know what to do.