Tales of a Journey
By: Rogue White Dragon (aka Dragoness)
Disclaimer: I don't own TOS
Authors Note: I'm so, so, sooo sorry I haven't updated in a while. This chapter is kind of short, but I just wanted to post something to let you guys know I was still writing it. This next part has kind of been giving me a hard time. Anywho, here's the next part, sorry it's short. After this, there's going to be just a few more chapters (longer, of course) and then an epilogue. So, it's getting to the end.
Chapter 29 – Summoning
(Siena's POV)
"I think I speak for the rest of us when I say you're completely, totally, and indisputably insane."
I rolled my eyes at the bounty hunter. Lan, a summoner? That's like saying I was a half elf. Lan began to fidget a little, as the others all stared wide eyed at him.
"When did that happen? I thought Sheena was the only one who could summon."
Zelos asked, looking the most confused out of everyone there. Lan shuffled his feet a little, as he slowly edged away from the group.
"I suppose it would make sense. He is her son, after all."
Raine said logically. She had her 'teacher' voice working. I stared at Lan for a moment. No way…he would have told us, right? Shit, was I half elf, then?
"Lan, is that true?"
I finally asked, trying to search his face for an answer when he remained silent. Lexus sighed loudly, saying with a grin
"I'm surprised you didn't tell them. Those summoning spirits could have come in handy quite a few times by now, ne?"
Lan shot a glare at the Bounty Hunter, and growled
"My mom told me not to."
I walked over to Lan, and tugged at his sleeve
"How come?"
Why would he look so guilty if he hadn't done anything wrong? Argh, way to make life easy, Lan.
"Doesn't really matter now, does it? I've been hired to bring him to Arkus."
I stepped in front of Lan, asking
"Does it count when we do most the work for you?"
The bounty hunter gave a small shrug, saying
"Either way works, really."
"You're lazy."
"Shut up."
"You first."
Lexus scowled at me, so I grinned back at him, trying my best to summon up an innocent smile. Wow, this guy was entertaining. I especially enjoyed that funny vein that appeared on his forehead. Perhaps it meant he was angry? I had the sudden urge to poke his forehead with one of Lan's daggers. Lexus's scowl continued, which I'm certain was intended to either a) turn me into goo, b) burn me to ashes on the spot, or c) give me a horrible, horrible death, bring me back to life, and kill me again slowly. I grinned at him, the angry vein forgotten. It's not the first time I've been given that look. I wonder why?
"Lexus? What the hell is going on in here?"
All eyes darted towards the door, where Arkus was now standing, staring wide eyed at us. Picture a pin dropping, and the sound of it echoing. Everyone seemed to just go mute.
"Well…"
I began, one hand scratching the back of my head a little nervously. Silence always did make me a little jittery.
"…this is awkward."
I saw Lan give a small nod in agreement. Arkus continued to stare at us, as if he thought that looking away would make us all disappear. Slowly, turning his attention towards Lexus, he said
"That was fast."
Blinking at us again, he added
"I didn't ask for them all, though."
Lexus shrugged, saying
"Either way, I expect to get paid."
Lloyd, who finally found his voice, demanded
"Where's Sheena and Mattrim?"
Arkus turned his attention towards the swordsman, an almost bored look on his face.
"I highly doubt that will matter to you soon."
Turning towards the door, Arkus called
"Arthur, see that they're taken care of."
As if we weren't worth the effort it would take for him to do it himself. Arthur entered the room, blinking at us all before calling back for some guards. Seems we just surprise everyone today, huh?
Wait a sec…Arthur? Here? I could have sworn we had left him fighting with Kratos and Yuan. How could he still be alive? Did anyone else see a problem with this? Looking around at the group, apparently not. Wait, no, Raine did, I think, since she was staring at him quizzically. Yay, I'm not the only one. Paranoia all around!
(Lan's POV)
Slightly relieved that the attention had been diverted away from me, I sighed a little, and looked around at our group, wondering what we were going to do now. Keeping in mind, of course, that our little 'surprise attack' has gone completely out the window, we're right in the center of our 'enemy's base' and to make things better, they knew we were here.
"Hey, uh, Lan?"
Siena was tugging at my sleeve, and switching my attention to her, saw her looking at me curiously, one finger touching her lower lip, almost thoughtfully.
"Yeah?"
I could hear Arthur drawing his sword, and glanced up at him automatically. As expected, he was now holding his sword in one hand, smirking at us as if he had already won.
"Lan, eyes over here, I'm talking."
Siena demanded my attention again with a pinch to my elbow. Yelping a little, and hissed
"Siena, can't you see we're kind-"
"Yeah, yeah, I know. Our lives are in danger, whatever shall we do."
She rolled her eyes, an annoyed glare shooting towards Arthur, was now in a stance that looked like he was ready to attack. Lloyd also had his swords drawn, a no-nonsense look on his face.
"Anyways, like I was saying. Since we all know about you're whole summoning thing, can't you use 'em now?"
I stared at her blankly, my jaw working several times. That was all very true. So, I was left with a simple question. Which Spirit should I summon? All we needed was something that would distract Arthur, and give us time to escape, or to run further into the castle, in a vain attempt to find my mom and half brother. So, before my dad can attack Arthur –which looks like he's going to any second- I did as my mom taught me, and began consentrating, a magic circle appeared underneath me, and I spoke softly, the words my mother taught me
"I call upon the heavenly messangers; I summon thee, come, Sylph!"
The three appeared, laughing slightly, while looking to me for orders I simply pointed towards Arthur, with the order to attack.
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Gomen! So yeah, It's been almost four months since I've updated this, which gives me the sudden urge to bang my head up against my desk. I'll post again in the beginning of September, since I've gotta work six days a week for the next little while, and then I'm sewing my cosplay costume for an anime convention I'm going too at the end of Aug. Gah, I'm being Uotani from furuba, wearing that school uniform and her awesome long jacket thing. Argh, that has nothing to do with anything, right? I'm so, so, sooooooo sorry it's taken me this long to update, and that the chapter isn't even very long. I had originally intended to do the next chapter with this one too, and then have just two more chapters and then an epiloge, but since I shortened this one, it'll probably be about three more longer chapters, and then an epiloge. So, just be patient with me for a little while longer. I'm going to finish this thing, I promise.
Ooooh, and on another note, have you guys heard about the TOS OVA? It's official, now, they're actually making it. W00t!
So yeah, and thanks to those who reviewed:
Pirates and Rum: yay, someone who agrees with me! Geography is teh 3vil. Thanks for reviewing! Oooh, and judging from your name thing, are you, by chance, a pirates of the Caribbean fan?
Daniel the Dragonfly: haha, the rest is on it's way. Slowly, but it's definatly coming. Thanks for the review!
Eternum123: That's so true. I almost wish Colette could have had some sort of mean streak, that like pops out when she's tired or something. Thanks for reviewing!
Miori101: If you sat at your computer waiting for an update, you'd have been waiting for a while. School finally did something right, apparently. And sorry for the long wait. Thanks for the review!
Ark Navy: I've got a few friends who actually asked me that. My level and weird and Siena's, are just two completely different things. Thanks for reviewing!
Shoutenryu: haha, yay, I'm happy to have a fan! I wish I could give you pocky or something. Thanx for the review!
Kris: Wow, you know, I realized after your review that I didn't, so I went back and added one. Thanks for the review!
Sunfrost: w00t, yay, I'm glad you like Siena. I was actually a little worried people would hate her. Kind of 'over board' type of character, I think, but I have fun writing her. Thanks for reviewing
TK: YAY, I FELL HONORED! And now that you mention it, 'sheloyd' does sound kind of strange. She-Lloyd. It kind of sounds like Lloyd's a chick. Or that he has an alternate personality running around, who's actually a female. Anywho, changing the topic from that strange, creepy image, thanks for the review!
And I'd like to add another thanks to Abu Ninja14856 for reviewing to 'I'm Not Ready'
So yeah, it'll most likely be a Sheloyd now. But for all of you who want a Colloyd, I could always write an alternate ending, if you want. Just to keep everyone happy.
Thanks so much for the reviews!