~Ryu

*August 4th, 2551

In the limo

"So your ancestors name is Lucina? I think I've read about her somewhere before, only I can't remember where. But I promise I will get back to you on that when I find more info."

"Thanks Eevee. I appreciate it."

The limo stopped in front of her apartment, and she grabbed her things and started stepping out.

"Oh and what does she look like?"

"She was wearing a white kind of gypsy outfit made from silk. And she's a regular Lucario like me."

"That helps a lot. Thank you Ryu. Goodbye."

"Goodbye!"

I waved goodbye as the car window rolled back up. On the way home I was wondering what Lucina's reaction would be when she sees that I evolved.

'I hope I can absorb the rest of the stone's power now. I mean there's no way she'll say 'no' right?'

I sighed as I headed inside the mansion. Only when I stepped into the entryway dad was waiting for me with his arms crossed.

"Yes father? Did you need something?"

"Have you spoken to Lucina son?"

"How did you-"

"I didn't. I just asked to see your reaction. And since your aura is giving off the feeling of surprise then it must be true right?"

"I-Yes I have dad."

"That's great son. I'm actually relieved you did."

"You are? Why?"

"Because maybe she could help you when I couldn't for you or your sister."

"Dad it's okay."

"Not my mistakes no. But I am very proud of you Ryu. At least I know I did something right as a father."

"I'm glad to have you as a father. I would be worried if you weren't trying to be at least."

"Hahahaha. I suppose you're right. Anways how have you been doing? Adjusting to your new evolution and all?"

"I'm used to being a Lucario by now. My senses are a little bit sharper now. The only problem I have is that I can't seem to get the hang of my Aura Sphere yet."

"Don't worry. With practice you'll get better. If you want me to teach you again just let me know."

"Thanks father."

"I have to get back training to get ready for a match tomorrow. Seeya later son."

"Seeya dad."

He gave a slight wave as he walked off drinking a water bottle. I headed upstairs to the 'entrance' of Lucina's lair.

*The Room of Lucina

"Double great grandma Lucina. Are you here?"

I heard nothing and tried calling out to her again when...

"Who goes there?! I can sense your aura, and it is unrecognizable! Identify yourself now!"

"Grandma Lucina, it's me Ryu!"

"Ryu?"

I looked around as the echoing stopped and I was sent into a realm of light in the blink of an eye. After my eyes had refocused I saw a white spectre standing a few feet away in front of me.

"Lucina why do you look like a ghost?"

"You mortals always ask the same thing. I am a ghost my dear brethren. Unless my eyes are decieveing me and you are now trying to fool me. Ryu was a Riolu was he not?"

"Don't you recognize your grandson Lucina?"

"Well...if you really are my third generation grandson. You sure as hell have gotten a lot uglier."

"What?!"

"Hahahahaha. I sure got you there Ryu?"

"Hmph. I thought you were being serious there double great grandma."

"Of course I wasn't. You'd have to be a fool to fall for that one."

Is this seriously the Pokemon I'm suppossed to be training with?

"But I honestly did notice a difference in your aura. It made me a little curious, not to mention you do look a little more handsome now. I just had to give you a tease."

"Okay. Can I ask you a question?"

"Yes of course. What would you like to ask me?"

"Does me evolving mean I can absorb all of the Mega Stone's power now?"

"That depends on your control of the aura. Which I doubt you have as of yet. Just because you are a Lucario now does not mean you get the full power right away. You have to work for it by befriending your inner demon. But it never hurts to get a small headstart right?"

"No it doesn't. So what would I have to do?"

"Answer one question."

"That's it?"

"Depending on your answer. It ultimately determines where you stand as in aura control and how soon we must begin our training. Do you understand?"

"Yes I understand."

"Good. Now tell me...and don't laugh because it's important."

"Okay."

"What time of day did you evolve? And how long ago was it?"

"That was two questions."

"Just answer the question."

"Alright. Umm, I think it was right before midnight. Exactly two weeks ago."

SMACK!

"YOU FOOL!"

I just stood there after Lucina had slapped me. Why was everyone hitting me lately?

"HEY! WHAT WAS THAT FOR?!"

"DO YOU REALIZE WHAT YOU HAVE DONE?!"

"Done what?!"

"A minute later evolving and you might as well be giving into the darkness!!!! AND THEN IT WILL BE TOO LATE TO SAVE YOU, YOU IMBECILE!"

"WHY?!"

"Argh! Because the later in the day you evolve the more the dark aura is increased in your body!!! You almost evolved at the start of the dusk time frame! You just made your situation even worse young man! You should have come straight to me as soon as you evolved. Your life is about to get 10x's more difficult! What do you have to say for yourself?!!"

"How was I suppossed to know?! I'm still learning about dark aura! You can't blame me for not knowing all of that!"

"I'll blame you for not looking more into your own family history! It explains it in fine detail in the family documents and books. So I'll blame you for the lack of studying! And not only that..."

She teleported to stand a few inches away from me.

"Let me show you just how dangerously close you are falling to the dark."

She removed her palm and released a bit of light aura from the tip of her finger. And tapped it onto the spike on my chest.

"What- Hurk!"

I felt undeniable pain all over my body. I started shaking as an felt an angry prescence envelop my body. I writhed on the floor in pain as I was being taken over, even my own voice. What came out of my own mouth sounded completely demonic.

"RARARAGH! YOU...BITCH! WHAT DID YOU DO TO ME?!"

I shook in fear as I couldn't stop myself from moving or talking.

"IT HURTS! IT HURTS!"

I sceamed out in pain just wanting it to end already.

"MAKE IT STOP LUCINA!"

I had no control over my own body, I could only observe what was going on and I could feel nothing but pain.

"WHAT DID YOU DO TO MEEEEEEE?!"

"I just gave Ryu a bit of my aura. Do you see what happens when you try to take control demon? Someday you will sement and give him half of your aura? Do you hear me?!"

"NEVER! I'LL KILL YOU RIGHT WHERE YOU STAND RIGHT NOW!"

I got up and charged at Lucina no matter how much I didn't want to. She didn't even flinch as my arms went around her throat. Feeling the demons own pain and tears like we were almost the same. I was screaming 'STOP IT NOW! in my mind but my arms would not leave her throat.

But before I could even blink she gave me a High Jump Kick in my stomach and kicked me away.

"I hate to break it to you. But I'm already dead so I can no longer feel any pain."

I clutched my throat as the demon continued to mentally struggle me.

"Lucina...help me..."

"As long as you see you need my help I shall aid you."

She waved a paw in my direction and I felt excruiciating pain.

"Harck! Ack!"

"Begone demon!"

My vision went from angry red to a static grey screen. And my head could barely comprehend what just happenned.

"Lucina. What just-"

"You are practically connected to your demon now. Everytime you are harmed your demon feels it too. He might even interefere while you're in combat. He will definitely take control whenever you feel a specific negative emotion. Learn to control them and you won't have to be kept on your toes like you are now. Once you can, you can speak to your demon to get an understanding with him. Then and only then will you be able to absorb the rest of the mega evolution energy. The energy I gave you now will only sustain it for a short time, but once it wears off be prepared for the worst. Do you understand, Ryu?"

"Yes I do."

"Start meditating from now on and when you feel ready to move on come back here. Goodnight then Ryu."

She disappeared taking the realm of light with her.

I woke up on the floor and sat up processing it all in.

(Note : Can Eevee and the rest of the group do something to help Ryu? Find out in Ch 100 ~ Eevee!)