Author's Notes: I don't own Kingdom Hearts or Soul Eater - they are owned by Tetsuya Nomura and Atsushi Okubo!

Chapter 5 – The City That Dares Not Set!

Quiet snores could be heard coming out of Patty's mouth along with her eyes being completely closed. She was taking a small nap in a very comfortable position while the train was rolling-and-rolling through space itself.

The ride would be a long one and she figured that a nap would do her good since training was over… plus, she was feeling tired a little bit. That entire month of practice with the Keyblade was a pain…

Just then, a horn came on which woke Patty completely from her nap – rubbing her eyelids before stretching her arms, she produced a big yawning noise which she blocked via her hand. "Ugh, arrival time, already?" She commented with a tired look.

Shaking her head, she stared out the window and immediately awed in surprise – outside, Patty saw a magnificent city with multiple buildings and a green hill. Her eyes might have been lying though but she could swear that the sun was colored red… also, the sky was orange which meant it was the later afternoon. But why hadn't night come yet?

Yet another question that she needed to find answers to – hopefully, they would come very soon. Now though, there were more important things…

Sitting back onto her seat, she began to ponder where she could find Yen Sid's friend Merlin in Twilight Town. Problem is that she wasn't given any address or location to meet the wizard – also, no description at all of her target. Then again, she didn't even bother to ask… damn it.

The only thing she could do is wing it – search the town, see what's what and find where Merlin is… if that doesn't work, she'll have to find some place to bunk for the day… problem is she didn't have any kind of currency for a hotel or a place-for-rent… So, what then?

Actually, she would figure that out when the time came… for now, she had to find Merlin once she arrived. As for the only piece of info she had – he was a wizard like Yen Sid. That was it… so, she was searching for a wizard in a place that was unfamiliar to her. Close enough…

With a heavy sigh released, Patty was keeping her fingers crossed that she might find the wizard quickly without getting herself lost in this town… if she didn't, at least she would be able to explore and get to know Twilight Town a little better…

… but also to find some way to earn some money for a hotel or a rent house. Guess her work was cut-out for her.

At this very moment, the train stopped as the horn came on once again – she had arrived. Time for the task at hand to be done and find Merlin at once.

(Sometime later…)

Once more, awe was displaced on Patty's face due to taking in the marvelous structure that was the peaceful hamlet of Twilight Town. She had to admit that it was nothing like Death City… in fact, it was quiet and normal.

Its citizens going about their normal day, kids having fun and doing odd jobs… it was indeed different. Plus, they didn't have to worry about any monsters attacking them – especially Kishin… in a way, that made her sad.

She didn't want to admit it in front of anyone… but the thought of living a peaceful normal life without being a Demon Weapon was something that she always wanted. God, she could almost imagine it – a peaceful life with her big sister and Kid… no Kishin whatsoever or witches. Man, she would be comfortable with that decision…

At the same time though… she was in doubt. Seeing all of the residents of Twilight Town living their lives peacefully without a bother made Patty wonder what the Kishin would do if it appeared on this world. Probably cause havoc – plus she didn't even want to think about the witches… Ugh, it would be definitely bad news.

In conclusion to living both a normal and weapon life, it was complicated… maybe one day she'll have the answer. But for now she had a task to do… which was pretty damn hard if she was being honest.

With a sigh released, Patty continued taking in her surroundings and searching for Merlin without no luck whatsoever… maybe soon she would meet him? She hoped so.

(Much, much later…)

Patty leaned against a wall as her face more into frustration due to making no progress on Merlin's whereabouts. She had already marked several places that she had visited:

The plaza;

Commons;

Sandlot;

Central Station;

Alleyways.

So far, nothing which made her shake her head in anger. How hard was it to track down a wizard just like Master Yen Sid…? Patty had to give credit where it was due though – he was very good at hiding. Still, she had to continue searching for him since it was still far too early.

She actually wondered about that – why wasn't the sun setting at all? Was it because of the name of this world? No doubt about it… though there had to be something else. But the blonde didn't have a clue unfortunately…

Sighing heavily, she finished leaning on the wall and prepared for another search around Twilight Town – wizard had to be around here somewhere. Hopefully not that far… unless Merlin was told to hold off the meeting until another day.

Whatever the case there was still time to search and find him… if she can. No use in leaning against the wall all- *POOF!*

And with that Patty disappeared almost immediately – it's as if someone magically teleported her away to some unknown location! But who was the person responsible?

(At the local Bistro…)

A magical cloud surrounded one of the chairs as Patty reappeared with a surprised face. "Whoa! What just happened and how did I get here?" She inquired before a voice answered in her stead. "I brought you here, my dear. Via magic!"

Patty looked at the source which turned out to be an old wizard with blue robes, a blue hat and a long beard sitting on the opposite side of a table and drinking some tea.

From the looks of his clothes and mannerism… this had to be none other than Merlin himself. He didn't seem to be holding a grudge towards being late… if anything, he was patient and calm – good sign.

"Took your time, did you?" Merlin asked as Patty made herself comfortable on the chair and nodded. "Sorry for being late, sir… I was looking for you but couldn't find you anywhere in Twilight Town." She explained but the wizard raised his hand to silence her.

"No need for explanation, my dear… If anything, I owe you an apology. I didn't really set up the time for when we would meet… my age is truly catching up from the looks of it." He admitted with a small chuckle and then sipped his tea once more.

"You don't seem that old just yet, sir." Patty admitted as Merlin was surprised by her words and responded with a small smile. "Thank you, my dear… It's good to see that someone people are respectful of their elders – modern youth often have a rude attitude… no offense."

Patty didn't mind. "None taken… so, Master Yen Sid passes on his greetings and wish you good health." She told the wizard who just nodded.

"Glad to hear it. I'll be sure to thank Yen Sid the next time we meet and chat… for now, he informed me about your situation and mainly the source of the problems: Xehanort." Merlin explained as Patty felt anger at the mention of the person responsible for Death City's destruction. She kept it in herself, of course…

"Yes, sir… the Master told me that you had something to give me before I depart in search of my friends and helping Sora's as well." Patty explained before Merlin sipped his tea yet again.

"Indeed I do. Now, the life of a wielder isn't just all fighting with skills and different abilities – sometimes a little imagination comes into effect: in the form of using 'magic'." Merlin explained as Patty was surprised by what she heard.

Magic… as in what the witches use back home to commit heinous acts? Was she going to use 'magic' and turn into a witch as well to commit evil stuff? No… she was a good person! She was-

Before she could think some more, Merlin saw the distressed look on her face and raised a hand. "Calm down, my dear. I won't be giving you any 'evil' magic that will label you as a user of darkness. 'Magic' is basically ordinary spells that will be useful to you against Xehanort and his seekers. I'm already aware of the 'witches' back on your world and the evil they did… so don't fret – I'm not gonna turn you into a villain." The wizard assured her.

Patty calmed down a bit even though she was still on the offensive – a little voice inside her said that it was a bad idea but a big part told her to relax and trust the people that she met so far… for now.

"I see… sir, what exactly are these spells, if I may ask?" Patty inquired before Merlin replied immediately. "The standard kind – fire, gravity, time, ice, thunder, water… those sorts of things."

"Huh… kind of like the elements of a planet or world?" Patty asked in the form of an example idea to which Merlin nodded. "In a way, correct." He told her as the blonde nodded.

"I understand… how will I acquire these spells exactly?" Patty asked as Merlin sipped his tea yet again.

Patty had to comment in her mind that Merlin must really love his tea if he was drinking so much before she arrived – she dare not blurted it out though lest risking the wizard's wrath.

Once done with the drinking, Merlin responded. "I'll be giving them to you via my wand… however, I don't wish for you to depart just yet. I want to see how well you handle casting spells… your first time, I'm aware – but fret not, it should be a piece of cake for you. If you think you can manage it, of course."

Patty nodded and responded. "I can… I have to - if I want to find my friends." She did want to find her friends so every skill and ability she learned would be of much use to her.

That was just the words that Merlin was hoping to hear. "Very good! We'll teleport to a location that should be perfect for you to practice casting magic properly since Twilight Town is far too inhabitable and recognizable. Luckily, I know of a safe location." He told her.

"Understood, sir. Are we ready to leave?" She asked as Merlin stood up.

"Just one moment…" Merlin stopped speaking before taking out a wand from his robes and activated it with a flick of his hand. "Relocation!" He casted in the air as magical clouds appeared all around Patty, himself and his belongings.

Soon, they all teleported away and the only thing left of the table was the tips and check…

(Meanwhile…)

"I hope you understand the consequences should you fail, boy…"

"Y-yes… Mother."

"All you have to do is keep an eye on things involving the new wielder – if you do get spotted… make sure it is by her ONLY! Understood?"

"C-crystal, Mother."

"Good… succeed and I will show you affection for the first and only time… fail and the punishment will be an unpleasant one."

"N-no! I promise to succeed, Mother… p-please, don't punish me…"

"Then you had best succeed! Now… GO!"

"Y-yes, Mother!"

"That takes care of that… Now I must wait and see what happens… if he succeeds, then victory is mine but if he fails, then Maka will have to do… luckily, I still have ways to draw her to my side… Ah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha!"