Insectbot: *Serious* We have you now!
I pretty much just finished from school, and after deciding to walk alone for home for once, ten insectbots appear out of nowhere and surround me. And this time they carry with them shotgun-like rifles that have six frigging gun barrels on them! What the heck!
Ionas: *Sigh* Well, i guess the days where nothing much was happening are officially over now, aren't they?
Insectbot: Fire at will!
By saying that, all the insectbots start shooting at me repeatedly, hitting me with their laser like bullets.
Ionas: *Increasing Pain* Ouch, ouch, OUCH!
Having received enough already, i create from my arms two bone-blades, which i then turn into two large shields that i then place onto the ground, sticking them together to make a protective circle around me.
Ionas: Ok, that will do for now.
But seriously, those insectbots are really annoying! Every time i meet them, their arsenal gets even more powerful. Are they surely from another Earth? They are too advanced for their own good!
Insectbot: Fire in the hole!
The moment i hear that, i see something falling inside my protective circle. It looks like a grenade to me. Wait, grenade?!
Ionas: *Alarmed* Oh shoot!
I quickly jump out and away, leaving the bone-shields behind, and as soon as i do that, the grenade explodes forcefully, launching the shields away, and creating a large dust cloud which covers a big part of the road.
Ionas: *Somewhat Troubled* That was so darn close...
After landing onto the ground safely, the dust cloud was clearing out, revealing the big hole it made into the road. For something so small, it sure does too much damage. Unfortunately for me, i was still surrounded by those insectbots.
Insectbot: Prepare for another repeated shooting!
Ionas: *Serious* I think i've had enough, thanks.
By saying that, i use my Electric Palm with both my hands around me, hitting all the insectbots in the area. That should be enough to put them all out of order. When i look at them again, i could see that nothing happened.
Ionas: *Confused* What?* *Realizes* Oh, don't tell me!
Insectbot: That's right, human! Now even we the soldiers have the system which makes us immune to your electric power! You will never be able to cause damage to any of us with that ever again! *Cheeky* How does it feels knowing that we caused one of your best abilities to become useless?
Ionas: ...
In my frustration, i bring out one of my bone-blades, activate the adrenal activation, and in an instant decapitate all ten of the insectbots around me, before deactivating the power again. After that, their headless bodies simply fall down onto the ground.
Ionas: *Irritated* It feels like one more reason to turn you into scrap metal. *Really Irritated* All of you.
~A Few Minutes Later~
I was walking through the town, in an area where there are many shops, and people who were shopping or simply walking around. I was thinking about this whole "electric immunity system" stuff, and how it made my electric palm pretty much useless.
Ionas: *Frustrated* So frustrating. What is the point of this power if i can't do a thing against them with that anymore?
If i ever find the one who thought about that kind of system, i will FRIGGING break his arse!
Ionas: ...
And then i will-!
Ionas: *Notices* Hm?
Before i finish that thought, i notice close by Nemesis sitting on a bench, and Mea who was standing in front of her. They seem to be talking about something. Also, why Nemesis is still wearing that Yukata from the other day, and is it me or are those cat ears on her head? Maybe i should keep my distance from them just to be sure. Especially from Nemesis! She reminds me in a way Kremant's character, and i am NOT in the mood to deal with one more sadistic rando in my life. I was about to turn around and take another route for the way home.
Mea: *Notices* Hey, there is Ion-Senpai! *Waves Her Hand And Smiles* Hi, Ion-Senpai, how is it going?
Darn, they noticed me! Guess i can't just walk away now. That would be too rude even for me at such point. I turn around again and approach them.
Nemesis: *Smile* Well, hello there, Ion. Didn't expect to meet you again so soon. Can't say we had the chance to talk much the last day. Came to make up for lost time?
Ionas: Not really, i was just passing by. *Rolls Eyes* But sure whatever, i have some time for a little talk.
I hope i will not regret this decision.
Nemesis: Good. Now, i'm not sure if they told you anything, but i'm planning on making that friend of yours, Rito, my servant.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Make him your servant?
Nemesis: Actually more like a pet than servant, but i don't really see the difference to tell the truth.
Ionas: Ok, how come and you decided such a thing?
Nemesis: Why? *Smile* You jealous?
Ionas: *Bored* Do i look like a masochist to you?
Nemesis: That can be fixed. I always have room for more servants.
Ionas: *Amused* Ha! Good luck getting this greek to do your bidding, without one day having that decision of yours come back, and bite you in the arse. * *Cheeky But Serious* History lesson just for you, small fry.
Nemesis: Ooh? Is that a challenge i hear?
Ionas: *Serious* Do not mess with me, girlie.
Kremant: *Moves His Arms And Fists Up And Down Fast* Fight, fight, fight!
We all turn our attention to where Kremant was, and see him beside us all of a sudden.
Kremant: What? I just love a good fight. Is that such a bad thing?
Now even Kremant is here! What a pain!
Mea: *Smile* Hi, Kremant!
Kremant: *Grin* Hi to you too, Mea.
Ionas: *Annoyed* Ok, Kremant, i know you didn't come here to just say hi. What do you want this time? Be quick about it.
Kremant: I wanted to tell you about something very important.
Ionas: And what that is?
Kremant: ... I forgot.
Ionas: *Frustrated Sigh* I don't have time for this idiocy. I'm going home, so i guess i will see you all some other time. Not that i look forward to it.
And like that, i turn around and go on my way.
Mea: *Somewhat Disappointed* Aah, so soon?
Kremant: Well, he tends to be impatient, so- *Remembers* Oh, now i remembered!
While i was walking away, Kremant comes out of the ground in front of me and stops me.
Kremant: Ok, so do you happen to know what day it is today?
Ionas: What day it is? *Raises An Eyebrow* Don't tell me THAT was the "very important" thing you wanted to tell me about.
Kremant: Trust me, the moment you realize what i'm talking about, you will see how important it is.
Ionas: Oh, really? *Thinking* Well, to tell you the truth i kinda forgot to look at what month and day we have from the moment i came here.
Kremant: Yeah, i figured you would. Anyway, let me remind you then. It's-
That moment the camera goes up to the sky and shows an airplane passing by. The forth wall was unable to hear what Kremant said. {:P} And then the camera goes again back to where it was, showing the realization upon Ion's face.
Ionas: *Realization* Oh.
...
Ionas: *Sudden Depression* Oh...
After hearing what day it is, and thinking about it for a moment, i decide to just walk away and go home.
Kremant: Hey, Leaving so soon? *Grin* Not even a "thank you"?
Ionas: *Gloomy* I'm not in the mood, Kremant. Do me at least this favor and leave me alone for the day... Everyone leave me alone for the day...
And then, i left.
Mea: Ion-Senpai became quite sad suddenly.
Kremant: I feel a certain red ghost getting very angry with you right now. *Amused Chuckle*
Nemesis: How curious. Tell me, what did you say to him that filled him with such depression?
Kremant: Oh, nothing that special really. See, this day is supposed to be-
~Some Minutes Later~At Rito's House~
{Nana's POV}
After returning back to the house with the others, i sat on the couch to watch TV. I was expecting Ion would be back by now. I wonder where he is.
*Knock* *Knock*
Nana: Oh, that must be him.
I get up and go close to the door.
Nana: Who is it?
Ionas: *From Outside* Ion...
Looks like i was right. I open the door and Ion comes in slowly.
Nana: Took you some time to appear. You know, maybe we should tell Mikan to get you some keys for the house too. It's kinda weird always knocking to get inside the home you stay.
Ionas: *Gloomy* That sounds nice, i suppose...
While he was saying that, he was already going upstairs. He looks and sounds too gloomy today. Something must have happened again.
Nana: Ion, wait!
I run upstairs and see that he was about to use the wall device to get inside his room.
Nana: *Serious* Hold it right there!
By saying that, he stops just before he touches the device. He then turns his head and looks at me with a saddened face.
Ionas: *Gloomy* Nana, i know the other time we said about talking about our problems and such, but... Maybe it's better if we just forget about that one for now. I need some alone time, ok? Please, respect that.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* But-
Before i say more, he uses the device and teleports in his room.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* H-Hey!
I go to the device and try to use it to get inside as well, but nothing happens. He must have locked it from the other side. Actually, i didn't even know those things can do that! Also, now that he went inside, he can't hear me from here.
Nana: *Frustrated* Damn it!
While saying that, i punch the wall in frustration.
Kremant: Came in a bad time?
Nana: Huh?
I look behind me and see Kremant standing there, grinning about.
Nana: *Rolls Eyes* Oh, you.
Kremant: Good to see you too, *Wink* shorty in every way.
Nana: *Irritated* Why you...* *Serious* I don't have time to deal with you now. Ion is troubled, and he is being stubborn again.
Kremant: *Sarcastic* You don't say.*
Nana: I don't get it. I thought we talked about this. That we would talk with each other about our problems if we happen to have any troubling us. He promised!
Kremant: Well to be fair, he didn't really promise anything back there, since he didn't say "i promise". Also, even if he ended up promising, Ion is known to not keep such promises to the fullest anyway. He will always believe that he shouldn't bother others with his own problems, unless he thinks that he truly needs their help. You should not expect him to talk about any of his problems just like that, no matter how serious or stupid they are. Like you said, he is stubborn.
Nana: ... *Realization* You. You must know what is going on. Why is Ion like that?
Kremant: *Grin* Wanna know?
Nana: *Serious* Yes.
Kremant leans forward, bringing his "face" closer to mine.
Kremant: *Big Grin* Do you REALLY wanna know?
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Umm... Yes?
Kremant: ... *Pulls His Face back As He Straightens Up* Ok, i'll tell you.
Nana: Oh. *Raises An Eyebrow* Ok...* For a moment there i thought you were going to do something crazy.
Kremant: You mean like that thing on your shirt? *Points At Nana's Shirt*
Nana: Eh?
I look down on my shirt where Kremant points to, and then he flicks my nose with his finger.
Kremant: *Grin* Can't believe that you actually fell for that. *Amused Chuckling*
Nana: *Anger Intensifies*
Kremant: Relax, i am still willing to tell you what's up with Ion. Now, the reason why Ion is acting like that, is because today is- *Grin* Wait for it! His birthday!
Nana: *Surprised* His birthday? It's today?
Kremant: Yep!
Nana: Wait, that still doesn't explain-
Kremant: I know what you are about to say. And normally you would be right. But this is a different case. You see, the reason why he appears to be like that considering it's his birthday, is because he was used to always expect a party back in his home when the time was right. But now that he is not in his original home anymore, he knows that no one knows about his little "holiday". Thus, he knows that there would be no party for him this time to expect. Now you will ask me, "why doesn't he just tell us in the first place"? Well, he simply forgot about it after i brought him here, and also he believes that he can't just tell you to prepare a party for him, because he thinks you will see him as nothing more than just a spoiled, selfish kid, asking for something like that out of the blue. Isn't that cute? He doesn't want to trouble any of you EVEN for his most important day of the year. Kinda funny if you ask me.
That Ion...
Kremant: Anyway, he might stay there for a while. So, now that you have heard all that, what are you planning to do?
Nana: ... Isn't it obvious?
Kremant: *Grin* Heh.
I take out my phone and make a call.
Nana: Hey, Mikan. It's Nana. There is something i need to ask you. It's about Ion.
~One And A Half Hours Later~
{Writer's POV}
{Yes, me}
After some time, Ion teleports out of his room.
Ionas: *Bored* Ugh, it's boring sitting in one place, doing nothing! I could at least go watch TV on the couch or something.
After saying that, Ion starts to walk downstairs.
Ionas: *Sigh* Let's at least hope the day will just go faster today.
When he reaches the living room, he sees Nana and Momo, with their backs turned, talking about something in a somewhat whispering manner. He decided, without making a sound, to approach them.
Nana: *To Momo* You sure that's a good idea?
Momo: *Smile* Of course it is. Don't worry, i'll make sure big sis will not mess this up. Trust me, he will love it.
Ionas: What are you two talking about?
Both of them jump in surprise hearing Ion talking behind them out of nowhere.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* I-Ion, don't do that!
Nana: *Irritated* You almost gave us a heart attack!
Ionas: *Somewhat Amused* Sorry.
Ion was smiling a little after scaring them.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Wait, how come and you are out of your room so soon.
Ionas: I got bored, so i decided to come down and watch something on TV. *Serious* Still not gonna talk about the "don't want to talk about" thing, so no questions about it please.
{Nana's POV}
After saying that, Ion goes and sits on the couch, and then opens the TV. Me and Momo go to the hallway, so we can talk without Ion listening.
Momo:*Sweat Drop* I thought you said he will stay in his room for a while!
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Kremant said he WILL! *Annoyed* That filthy li-
Suddenly, something hits and covers my face out of nowhere.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* What the-?!
I take it off my face, and see that it was a piece of paper with something written in it.
Ionas: *From The Living Room* Is everything ok?
Momo: *To Ion* *Sweat Drop* Y-Yes, don't worry! *To Nana* What is that? What it says?
Nana: "I said he MIGHT stay there for a while. Sincerely, Kremant. P.S: You need to pay more attention to what i say as well."
After reading that, i crumple the paper from irritation.
Nana: *Irritated* Grr, now i know how Ion feels when he deals with him.* Now what?
Momo:We need to get him out of here. If he stays, he will discover everything we are planning for sure.
Nana: I know, but how?
Momo:*Thinking* Hmm...* Oh, that's it! Go ask him out.
Nana: *Flustered* What?!
Momo: *SweatDrop* Not so loud, he will hear us!
We take a peek at the living room, and see that Ion was still watching TV. Looks like he didn't hear that. Still-!
Nana: *Blush* Momo, what the hell are you even-?!
Momo: Not like "in a date". I mean go ask him out for a walk. You know.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* O-Oh, right.
Momo: While you two are away, i and the others will make the preparations. But we will need time, so make sure to not come back until i call you.
Nana: Ok, got it. I'll give it a try.
I go to the living room once more and approach Ion.
Nana: *Smile* Hey, Ion. Wanna go out for a walk with me for a little while?
When i said that, Ion looks at me for few seconds. Then, he turns his attention back at the TV once more.
Ionas: Sorry, i'm not in the mood at the moment.
Nana: ... *Sigh* Look, if this is about what you don't want to talk about, i promise to not ask you about it. I just want us to spend some time together. You know, like the friends we are. I mean, you don't want to spend your entire day just watching TV, right?
Ionas: ... You've got a point there. Ok, i will come. *Serious* But try to ask me about "that thing" even once, and i'm coming back here.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* I-I will not, really!
Momo: *Sweat Drop* (I hope Nana will not have any problem keeping him away.)
~Some Time Later~Somewhere In The Town~
We were walking for some time, seeing the town around. Ion was not talking much during our walk till now, and still appears to be a bit gloomy. I'm actually surprised how he still didn't decide to go back home yet. Well, at least i don't need to do much to keep him away of the house for now. Still, i don't like seeing him in such a state. I hope that suprise party will be enough to cheer him up.
Ionas: ... Hey, Nana, i wanna ask you something.
Nana: Hm? What is it?
Ionas: Do you think i'm a bad friend? You know, because i'm not letting you know about my problems, and keep them to myself.
Nana: Well, i wouldn't call you "bad". *Somewhat Annoyed* More like an "idiot".
The moment i said that, Ion turns a little around, and seems to be chuckling for some reason. Then he turns around again, with a smile in his face.
Ionas: *Smile* Sorry, just remembered something.* Now, what do you mean by "idiot"?
Nana: *Serious* Because it would be easier if you could just let us know about your problems, so we can help you.* I mean, i know that you are not the kind of guy who likes to trouble anyone, but-
Ionas: *Rolls Eyes* Ok, i get it! But just to let you know, my current problem is not even really THAT important to bother with.
Nana: *Raises An Eyebrow* If it's not, then why you were so sad some time ago?* Even now you seem a bit sad.
Ionas: *Annoyed* Geez, it's just my relaxing face. You want me to look cheerful all the time?
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Umm...
I have no idea how to respond to that.
Ionas: Anyway, everything is fine, really. *Smile* Now, let's forget about what troubles us, and have some fun on our little walk. Agree or disagree?
Nana: ... *Sigh* Ok.
The way he talks makes it look like he is really ok, even thought i know he is not. I didn't know Ion could lie like that. It makes me wonder if he lied to us like that in the past as well. Better not think about it now. That moment, i notice a restaurant nearby. Maybe we can stop for a moment and eat something.
Nana: Hey, there is a restaurant over there. Wanna-?
When i turn to face Ion, he is nowhere to be found.
Nana: Eh?
Then i notice him close to the restaurant, keeping the door open.
Ionas:You coming?
Nana: *Facepalm*
I should have known. When it comes to food, Ion is more than eager.
~Some Time Later~
We were sitting on a Bench at a park, relaxing after the food we had. Surprisingly, Ion did not eat as much as i expected.
Nana: How come and you didn't-?
Ionas: Eat that much again? I saw how much money you had, and didn't want to make it harder for you.
Just like the other time, huh? Good to see that he is still his nice and considerate self, even though he is in a bad mood. In a way at least.
Ionas: So, do you want us to go somewhere else, or is it time to go back home?
Nana: Eh? *Sweat Drop* Well...
Momo didn't call yet, so we still can't go back home. Need to think of another place to go or- Suddenly, out of nowhere from above, a huge red insectbot appears in front of us, carrying a big rocket launcher-like weapon on its shoulder. {Yeah, it's H-B-R-12}
Ionas: *Startled* What the-?!
H-B-R-12: *Jolly* Surprise!
While saying that, he aims the rocket launcher at Ion, which appears about to-
Ionas: *Super Alarmed* Watch out!
The last second, Ion strongly pushes me away, just before the projectile hits him and explode.
Nana: *Real Concerned* Ion!
When i fall down onto the ground and away from the explosion, still intact somehow, i get up and take a look at where Ion was. A cloud of dust and debris was covering the place the projectile hit, and i couldn't see Ion at all. Don't tell me that he...
H-B-R-12: *From The Dust Cloud* Well-
Slowly out from the dust cloud comes that red robot, while moving repeatedly one of his hands just in front of his face to push some of the dust out of the way.
H-B-R-12: If that didn't turn him into pieces, then that will be a big surprise. Now-
The robot turns his attention to me, and then starts to approach me.
H-B-R-12: If i remember correctly, B-R told me to bring with me any devilukean princess i find back to base, since it's the will of our creator and all. *Shrugs* Kinda boring to tell the truth, but if the creator says so, then i can't just say no, can i?
If that thing thinks i will just let him take me without a fight-
H-B-R-12: Just make sure to fight back before i capture you. *Knuckle Cracking* To make it more interesting for me.
That moment, i notice something jumping out of the dust cloud behind of the robot, and up to the sky, before starting to fall toward him. The robot seems to start noticing that something was coming from above. Then is when we realize it was Ion, coming down with both his bone-blades extended out of his arms.
Ionas: *Real Serious* Double surprise!
While still on air, Ion strikes the moment he gets close enough, aiming for the robot's head, but the robot moves away the last second, avoiding the blades in time. After that, Ion lands safely onto the ground. That's when i notice that his shirt was torn appart, and most of the skin on his torso, and some parts around that area, were burned so bad that they were black from the burns.
Ionas: *Struggle With The Great Pain* This hurts... a lot more than it looks...!
Trying to hide his pain, Ion turns around to face the robot.
{Ion's POV}
H-B-R-12: *Somewhat Feeling Bad* Ouch, that looks nasty.* To tell the truth, i expected more damage. *Amazed* You really ARE something to be able to survive from such a blow. It doesn't even look like it hurts you that much!
My god, this hurts me so much! I hope the healing factor can heal this as soon as possible. Need to keep up the act.
H-B-R-12: Well, you know what they say. "If at first you fail, TRY AGAIN"!
As he says the last bit with enthusiasm, he prepares to shoot at me again with his rocket launcher. Not wanting any of this again, i quickly use my force palm to throw a force wave at him, making him lose his balance a little.
H-B-R-12: *Losing Balance And Surprised* Whoa, what?
While he was trying to regain his footing, i run toward him and slice half his launcher off his back with one of my blades, pretty much making it useless by that way.
H-B-R-12: *Highly Disappointed* Oow, and i just got that!
He turns to punch me, but i quickly back away. He then presses a button on his head.
H-B-R-12: *Serious* B-R, why is the gravity system in my feet not working?
B-R-200 (Via Communicator): Remember when i told you that our mechanics had no way to construct that again due to lack of resources, sir?
H-B-R-12: *Surprised* When?!
B-R-200 (Via Communicator): *Serious* When they were repairing you! You were not listening?
H-B-R-12: ... *Closes Communication* Well, whatever. I can still fight without it! And since i can't use that anymore-
By saying that, he removes the broken launcher off his shoulder and tosses it away.
H-B-R-12: I am going to face you head on! With my fists!
Ionas: Bring it on.
I bring both my blades in front of me, wanting to remind him what he is going to face again.
Ionas: *Menacing* I dare you.
I am not sure if i can really face him head on with such an injury, but if that's not enough to scare him, i will need to.
H-B-R-12: *Hesitation* Umm...
It seems that he is hesitating. After what i did to his legs the last time, not a surprise.
H-B-R-12: ... *Shrugs* Well, no other choice then.
Ionas: Hm?
H-B-R-12: Time to play dirty. In other words,eat my dust!
The red insectbot turns around, opens his elytra, and moves his wings rapidly while in place, raising a dust cloud from the ground that gets thrown straight at me.
Ionas: *Cough* *Cough* *Cough* *Cough*
I quickly collide both my palms together while using the force palm power, clearing by that way the area around from the irritating dust!
Nana: *Upset* Hey, get your hands off me, you piece of junk!
Ionas: *Realization* Oh come on!
I turn around and see in my frustration that the robot had Nana in one of his big arms, who was struggling to get out in the mean time.
H-B-R-12: Sorry, but i have no intention on getting cut down by those things again. *Frustrated* I never wanted to fall at P-M's level, but fighting you is just as unfair!
Ionas: *Serious* If you don't let her go right now, i will come there and-!
H-B-R-12: What? Cut me down? Not while your friend is in my hands. *Serious* If you try to use those things on me, i will use her as a meat shield if i have to!
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Eh?!
Ionas: You will not do that. You need all the princesses for your "big plan".
H-B-R-12: *Shrugs* I don't think anyone will really care if we have one less. I mean, i will still get scolded about it, but whatever.
Looks like he is serious. This is not good. How am i supposed to save Nana if i can't strike him with the blades. It's pretty much the only way to hurt this one!
H-B-R-12: Well, time to leave. Next time we meet, i promise to fight you for real. Bye!
By saying that, he uses his wings and starts to fly away, taking Nana with him. I am not gonna let him just take her and go! If my electric palm was only as effective as a focused force palm, i could-
Ionas: *Idea* Wait, what if...?
I bring my hand forward, aiming at the flying robot, and start to focus electricity on it. Lots of it.
{Nana's POV}
I was still struggling to get out of this robot's grip. While we were flying away, i could see that Ion was just standing there, looking at us.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Ion, don't just stand there, help me!
He was still not moving an inch.
H-B-R-12: I don't think he can hear you from such distance.
Why is Ion not doing anything at all? If nothing happens soon, i will be taken away for good this time!
H-B-R-12: He probably gave up after i said that i will use you as a meat shield. Can't really do much without ending up hurting you, right?
Nana: *Upset* Shut it!
H-B-R-12: Oh, don't be like that now. *Jolly* Here, i will play a song via the radio to make your situation more tolerant.
By saying that, he presses a button on one of his arm.
Radio: *Song* "I believe i can fly."
Really now?
Radio: *Song* "I believe i can touch the sky."
Suddenly out of nowhere, a thunder appears from behind, striking the back of the robot, destroying the wings along with a big part of his back, and stopping the song.
H-B-R-12: *In Pain* OOW~!
After that, the robot started to fall downward, still holding me in his grip. This is bad! From such height, i'm not going to suvive the fall. While we were halfway from falling onto the ground, Ion suddenly comes from below, cuts the robot's hand that was holding me, holds me quickly from my back and legs {The known Princess Carry}, pushes with his leg the robot away, and then we land together strongly, but safely onto the ground, while the robot falls a few meters away from us, breaking the ground below with his fall.
Ionas: *To Nana* *Wink* Didn't really think i will just stand there and do nothing about it, did you?* Also it appears that i could shoot thunders from the very beginning with just a little focus. I feel kinda stupid for not realizing that sooner.
As always, Ion is full of surprises. That moment, i realize that he is still holding me in his arms.
Nana: *Blushing And Seemingly Upset* O-Ok, i'm out of trouble now, p-put me down!
Ionas: *Remembers* Oh right, sorry.
Ion puts me down, while looking at the robot.
Ionas: Stay here for a moment. *Serious* I have a bug to stomp into paste.
When he said that, he starts approaching the robot that was still down and not moving. After approaching some more, the robot suddenly starts to move, and Ion backs away a little. The robot gets up slowly, and then starts to undust itself.
H-B-R-12: Well, i guess that's what i get for playing dirty. I'm definitely not going to try that again any time soon. Only head on from now on.
Ionas: Still up for more, Eh? *Knuckle Cracking* I think i still have a few more thunders left for you. And lots of blades.
H-B-R-12: Yeah, i think i've had enough for one day. You win this time. Be ready for our next rematch.
After he said that, the robot pushes a button, and teleports away. Seeing that happen, i decide to approach Ion now that it's safe.
Ionas: *Irritated* You know, i'm starting to really hate people that are teleporting away. It's so annoying! *In Pain* Oow!
In pain, Ion brings his hand close to the burned wounds upon his chest.
Nana: *Concerned* Are you ok?
Ionas: *Somewhat More In Pain* I will be. I just need some time to let the healing factor do its thing. But, we might need to go back home to treat it the right way anyway. Also need to change shirt too. This one is ruined.
Nana: Yeah, you are ri- *Remembers* *Troubled* Wait, we can't go home yet!
Ionas: Huh? Why?
Nana: *Sweat Drop* W-Well...
*Ringtone*
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Ah- Wait, that's mine.
I take my phone and see it's Momo. I answer the call and hope that everything is ready.
Nana: Yes?
Momo (Via Phone): (Everything is ready. You and Ion can come back now.)
Just in time!
Nana: *Smile* Ok, see you there.
I close the phone and face Ion again.
Nana: *Smile* Forget what i said, let's go home to take care of this injury.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Ok...* I'm not gonna ask what's up. Let's just go.
And with that, Ion and i started walking on the way for home.
~Some Time Later~
We were just outside the house, ready to get in.
Ionas: Hey, Nana, look.
He said that while pointing at his injury.
Ionas: It's only half of it now.
Nana: *Smile* Oh, nice. You might not need any treatment for it after all. Anyway, let's get in.
I was about to open the door, when suddenly, Ion stopped me by grabbing my arm.
Ionas: Before we get in, i...
Nana: Eh? What is it?
Ionas: I... *Rubs His Head Out Of Embarrassment* Would like to apologize for my behavior today. You know, the sudden depression and such.
Nana: *Smile* It's ok, you don't need to apologize.
Ionas: *Serious* Still not gonna say the reason behind all this, though.
Stubborn till the end, huh? Not that it matters now.
Nana: *Somewhat Amused* I don't think you need to.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Hm? What's that supposed to mean?
Nana: *Smile* You'll see. Come on.
I open the door and we get inside. All the lights inside the house were off, and we could barely see anything at all.
Ionas: Why are the lights off? Did everyone left the house for some reason?
Nana: *Smile* Who knows?
Ionas: *Concerned* Oh, now you scare me. Don't tell me that while we were away, they-
Nana: *Sweat Drop* No! Nothing happened to them! *Awkward Smile* No need to worry. Really.
Ionas: *Relieved Sigh* Thank goodness.
Seriously, sometimes he just worries too much.
Nana: *Smile* Anyway, let's just open the lights.
When i open the lights, everyone is revealed, along with Mea, and a room filled with pretty much what a party is supposed to have. {Like balloons and stuff}
All: *Loudly* Surprise!
Ionas: *Startled* Aah!
The moment everyone yelled "surprise", Ion jumps after being startled and falls down onto the floor on his backside.
All: Happy birthday, Ion!
Ionas: *Real Surprised* The heck?!
I crouch down next to him.
Nana: *Wink* I already knew why you were like that today, so i asked everyone to help me with all this.
Ionas: *Still Surprised* ...
Nana: So, what do you think?
Ionas: ... I am screaming on the inside.
Nana: Eh?
Ionas: *Big Smile* From joy!
Nana: Oh.
I knew he will love this!
Mikan: *Notices* *Sweat Drop* Wait, what happened to you?
Mikan is mentioning Ion's injury.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* We'll explain later. Nothing to worry, though.
I help Ion get up.
Ionas: I can't believe that you actually did all this for me. *Realization* Ooh, that's why the long walk! Ok, now i get it. *Confused* But, how did you learn about my birthday? I'm sure i said absolutely nothing to no one.
Momo: *Smile* Kremant told Nana.
Ionas: *Surprised* Kremant?!* *Thinking* That actually makes sense about how you knew.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* As much as i hate to admit, if it was not for him, we would know nothing about your birthday today.
Kremant: Nice of you to actually mention that.
Kremant was suddenly behind the rest, scaring them as a result after talking. Even Mea was surprised in a way.
Kremant: *Grin* Means that you care in a way.
Nana: Ha! *Sarcastic* Yeah right.* *Annoyed* Why are you here? Don't remember inviting you.
Kremant: I came by to bring a gift for the occasion.
Kremant brings out from behind his back a big black gift box with red ribbons around it.
Kremant: For our friend Ion.
Ionas: For me?
Kremant: Yeah, but this time it is more... *Grin* In the spirit of the event. Which is kinda funny, considering i'm a ghost. Here.
By saying that, Kremant gives the box in Ion's hands.
Ionas: Thanks. I guess.
Kremant: Don't thank me yet. Open it first.
Ion is looking at it for a moment, not sure if he should trust Kremant, but then opens it anyway.
Ionas: Clothes? *Raises An Eyebrow* Again?
Kremant: This time not the normal kind. After seeing your last battle, i understood that you will need something better than that. So i made these extra durable clothes, that can regenerate when they are damaged in any way. Plus, they have the same feeling as normal clothes so you will not notice the difference.
Ionas: *Amazed* Oh, cool! I actually need that! Thanks.
Well, that is... Nice of him.
Kremant: Anyway, enjoy the party everyone. I'm going on my own party. Τα λέμε!
After that, he disappeared.
Rito: Wait, what was that last one?
Ionas: It's the greek way of saying "see you".
Rito: Ooh.
Ionas: *Smile* Ok guys, i don't know how to put this in a better way, but thank you all for going to the trouble on making this party for me.
Nana: Oh, you are welcome. But next time you want something, just say it. We are friends, remember?
Ionas: ... *Rubs His Head Out Of Embarrassment* I should really stop acting like an idiot.
Nana: *Smile* Yes you do.
Ionas: *Chuckling*
Lala: *Enthusiastic* Now that Ion is here, let's begin the party!
Momo: Not yet, big sister. There is one last gift to show him, remember?
Lala: Oh, right.
Ionas: Another gift? *Eager* Ok, where is the box?
Momo: It's not really a gift in a box like the one Kremant brought.
Ionas: Then where-
Momo: *Smile* Just follow me and i'll show you.
Ionas: Ok then. (Reminds me of the last time.)
Momo: Nana, you will come as well?
Nana: *Smile* Yeah. I'm curious to see how it is.
And like that, we started walking upstairs, while the others were preparing the table. We were now outside of Ion's room, ready to get inside.
Ionas: (Yep, definitely like the last time.)
Momo presses the button, and we teleport together inside the room.
Ionas: Since i got these clothes, i guess i need to get rid of the old ones later. *Notices* Wait, is that...
Ion looks at a device inside his room that looks like a full-length portal mirror. Pretty much like the ones WE have, but this one is bigger.
Ionas: Yeah, looks like the portal device i saw in Nana's room.
Momo: *Smile* You are right. But this one is different in its own way. Let's get inside to show you.
We approach the device and walk inside. Once we pass through, we see a big white empty area.
Nana: *Confused* Wait, is that it?
Ionas: Nah, at such point there is always something more. *To Momo* Right?
Momo: *Smile* Well, of course there is.
Momo goes on the right side of the portal device, and starts to press some buttons on a console. Suddenly, the area around us shapes and gains colors in almost an instant, creating a copy of Sainan Town. Ion was more surprised by this than i expected.
Ionas: *Amazed* My god, this technology is out of this world! Well, in a way it is, but you know what i mean. WOW!
Momo: *Smile* As you can see you can access to your very own area when you pass throught this portal. You can leave it like it is, or-
By pressing more buttons, Momo changes the area around into different things. A forest, a wasteland, a mountain area, and so on till she gets it back to the town area.
Momo: Change it into whatever you like.
Ionas: *Greatly Amazed* Nice~.
Momo: *Smile* Or...
Ionas: *Surprised* There is more?!
Momo: Or you can use the device that is attached to the console.
Momo goes on the left side of the console, where it appears to be a helmet-like device. She picks it up and wears it.
Momo: *Smile* This one is to have more control over the area. It uses your thoughts to create new areas, or shape a few things in the already existed ones. You can pretty much create anything in here as long as you focus enough. For example...
Momo focuses a little by closing her eyes, and then we see a building close by turning into a big statue that looks like her.
Nana: *Annoyed* Show-off.
Ionas: *Amazed* I agree, but this looks like an awesome way to create things here!
Suddenly, out of nowhere, an explosion occurs, blasting the statue into pieces.
Nana: *Startled* What the hell?!
We look around and see some insectbots flying our way.
Ionas: *Real Surprised* WHAT?!
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Ah, no need to worry, those are not the real ones!
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Excuse me?
Momo: I wanted to keep that for the end, *Rubs Her Head Out Of Embarrassment* but it seems that i activated it sooner by accident.* *Smile* See, the real purpose of this room is not just for scenery. It is made mostly for combat. These robots are made by the room.
Ionas: For real?
Ion looks at one of them, and shoots a bone needle out of his arm, hitting the robot, and turning it into nothing.
Ionas: *Surprised* You are right. Normally those robots turn into pieces when you strike them.* So what you are saying is-
Momo: *Smile* Yes, this is pretty much a training room.
Ionas: ... *Even More Amazed* Frigging love it!
By saying that, he shoots at the remaining fake insectbots with more bone needles, hitting them all and making them disappear like the last one.
Nana: *Somewhat Amazed* Nice shot.
Momo: *To Ion* In this room you can create any kind of enemy, along with how that enemy is supposed to act. We have already installed all the enemy versions that we've met so far, but the rest is up to you if you want to create more.
Ionas: *Amazed* This room is gonna give me the best training ever! *Big Smile* Momo, thanks a lot. This gift is the greatest!
Momo: *Short Giggle* No problem. By the way, there is also the choice to change the danger level, so you can make your fights more intense, in case you think it is needed. Just make sure to not set the level too high. Enemies here can still harm you if you are not careful with the settings. Just to be sure, i already put it on safety mode, but you can remove it at any time if you want to make the simulation more realistic. But i suggest that only if it is really necessary.
Ionas: I see. *Realization* Wait...* *Worried* Is it surely safe? I mean, this IS obviously a Lala's invention after all. What if this whole thing explodes while i'm inside? I'll be in real trouble!
Momo: *Smile* Don't worry, since it's like a copy of our own rooms, there will be no mistakes with this one, i can assure you. Also, we already run a few tests to be sure. Totally safe.
Nana: *To Ion* Just don't eat up all of your time here training, ok?
Ionas: No worries.
Momo: And that was pretty much all about this place. We better go downstairs now. Everyone is waiting.
{Ion's POV}
And like that, we get out of my room and start to walk downstairs. I look forward on using this room. The ideas are plenty already! Anyway, when we reach the kitchen, everyone was there, along with a birthday cake that had my name on it. In the literal manner, because the cake was saying on its top "Happy Birthday Ion", with a candle on the center. So nice of them! I just hope they will not start-
Lala: *Smile* Now for the song!
... Singing. Oh no.
Everyone: *Birthday Song*
I know it is supposed to be cheerful and all, but it just sounds so... Argh! I'm literally too old for such thing!
Everyone: *Birthday Song Ends*
Mikan: *Smile* Now, make a wish and blow out the candle.
Not too old for wishes, though. After a quick thought for the wish, i lean forward, and blow out the candle, earning applauses from everyone.
Nana: So, what did you wish for?
Momo: He can't tell you, Nana.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Oh right, forgot. Don't tell me then.
{I don't suppose i will need to give an explanation about the "why not". It's well known after all.}
Rito: Wait, how old are you now, Ion?
Mikan: Yeah, you never actually told us before.
Ionas: With this, i'm officially 18. *Smile* In other words, an official adult.
Rito: *Sweat Drop* Eh?!
Momo: *Smile* Ooh, so 18 is the age of majority from where you come from. Congrats!
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Wait, what?! You are supposed to be an adult now?
Mea: *Smile* Wonderful! That means you can do all the adult stuff you want without problem.
Nana: *Blush* Mea!
Ionas: *Facepalm*
Of all the things she could say, THAT is what she decided to say! Can't she just keep those thoughts inside for once?!
Mikan: *Sweat Drop* Umm, i'm sorry to say this, but your are not really an adult?
Ionas: Excuse me?
Mikan: I mean, not here at least. To reach adulthood in Japan, you must be at least 20.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* ... Ok...* *Smile* Well, no matter. I am still an adult by my standards. That's what counts for me in the end. Now, let's sit down and eat everyone. Because later, it's birthday cake time!
Lala: *Excited* Yay!
~In An Unknown, Underground Facility~
B-R-200 was telling the situation to the ruler of the insectbots via the big screen.
B-R-200: And as you can understand, sir, the human is still too strong for our attempts. It's like he evolves on every encounter.
That moment, H-B-R-12 comes inside the room, showing clearly the damage he received on his fight.
H-B-R-12: Hello, great one. *Annoyed* Apparently the human can now shoot thunders. And as you can see from the look on my back, the electric proof system or whatever it is called can't do a damn thing about it.
B-R-200: *Frustrated* Oh come on, you've got to be kidding me with this!
At that moment, P-M-R-3 gets in the room too, completely fixed after the repairs.
P-M-R-3: *Upset* Just wait till i get my hands on that human! He will pay for the trouble he caused me, i assure you about that.* *To The Leader* *Serious* Great one, give me some more time, and i can prepare a plan that will TRULY take him down this time.
H-B-R-12: *Cheeky* We saw your fight last time! You will just come back with a few pounds less again.
P-M-R-3: *Hatefully Staring At H-B-R-12* ...
H-B-R-12: You know, because the last time you came back pretty much half of what you were.
P-M-R-3: ... *Menacing* I will hurt you.
H-B-R-12: *Provocative* I dare you to try, scrapy woman!
?: *Real Serious* ENOUGH!
Silence fell in the room that moment.
?: You both are obviously not enough to beat that human. So, i'm going to move you into different positions. H-B-R-12, you will come back to the ship. P-M-R-3, you will go into another facility of ours on this Earth and help the insectbots there by gathering the required resources. You know.
H-B-R-12: Back to the ship, huh? Well, i could use one upgrade or two while i'm there, i guess.
P-M-R-3: I hate thinking that i will let that human get away with this just like that, but an order is an order.
B-R-200: *Concerned* Wait, great one, not that i want to complain, but if you take the lieutenants away, then who will supervise this facility in their place?
?: It's a new addition to our army. With components from the last person we found back on the old Earth. After finally creating the insectbot, he has proven to be worthy of the rank of "Captain". It took time to build that special insectbot. He is the most advanced of the kind. He should be there in a few hours.
B-R-200: What is his name?
?: He is-
~Somewhere In Space~In A Large Insectbot ship~
Insectbot: The portal is ready to teleports you, Captain. When you're ready, we can send you to earth.
Captain: ... That human has claimed many of our brothers' and sisters' lives.
Insectbot: Captain?
Captain: ... I do not blame him. We did and still do the same everyday as well. Like us, he only wants to preserve his kind, their cultures, their memories. In a war, everyone has something they must fight for. And only one side is allowed to win, and benefit from that foul circle.
Insectbot: ...
Captain: Wish there was a better way... But as things are now, there is no other option.
The Captain approaches the portal, and stops in front of it.
Captain: Soldier, i cannot promise anything. But i will say this. *Serious* I will do everything in my power, to earn our kind its rightful place in this universe. Even if it costs me dearly in the end.
Insectbot: Captain... *Salutes* I wish you good results on your mission. May our creator smile upon you. For our empire!
Captain: That's right, soldier... *Looks At The Portal With Determination* For the good of our empire.
Kremant: How sweet of them to give him a party.
Nemesis: Speaking of yourself as well?
Kremant: Guilty as charged!
Nemesis: You bring so much trouble to him, bring him to the limits of his patience, and yet you show him some compassion in the end too. A strange combination.
Kremant: Speaking of trouble, next time on To Love-Ru: Constant Troubles!
Nemesis: If you get entertainment by his misery and toil, why get to the trouble of rewarding him in the first place?
Kremant: Have you heard of the stick and the carrot? {Intentional Phrasing}