(Author's Interlude…)

Hello! Welcome back! I hope you all are having a wonderful vacation!!!

Okay, before you send really angry comments on how I didn't update for 3 whole months, here's a chapter for all! After reading please post your angry comments.

So now here's a very long chapter for all people. Thank you and enjoy the new chapter.

Animelover07

Cuore Della Penombra

Chapter 8

Revelations Part 8

Starring: Kairi!!!!

Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.Home.

Swirling inside her head was that one single 4-letter word: Home.

Kairi turned towards her window and drew open the curtains. A cool, fresh breeze blew through, easing Kairi's brain a little bit. The night was peculiar: it was a navy blue with a blob of maroon in the middle.

Weird.

"-sigh- Everything is weird nowadays!" Kairi laughed. But as she stared out unto the beaches of Destiny Islands, she looked at the sky as well. Not directly, just where she thought where her "other" home is: Hollow Bastion a.k.a. Radiant Garden.

Ever since she lost her heart, her mind cut into half. Not literally. Which was her home? The one that she lived on for most of her life or the one where she was born on? Destiny Islands or Radiant Garden? Also, what happened to the memories of that birthplace? Did they just been forgotten, or something occurred? Why she appeared on this island?

"Wow," she said, "I really don't know a lot about my past. I guess we always avoid it and enjoy what is now."

"Yeah, I was correct, wasn't I?"

With that, Naminé appeared and sat beside Kairi.

"Naminé? Do you know anything about my past? Who was I and what was I on my birthplace? You can see people's memories, right?"

"Kairi, something happened to cause those memories to disappear like that."

"Yes, but what's the point?"

"And you lived your life on that same place…"

"I'm not getting it."

Naminé sighed. Others.

Kairi sighed. Nobodies.

At the same second, they both looked at each other. Then, laughter filled the whole room :)!

"OMG Naminé, moments like these can surely brush away the topic!"

"Yeah! –giggle- Nobodies are wayyy better than others!"

"Are you in the right memory?"

"Seriously Kai, that was sooo stupid!"

"It wasn't!"

"Yes it was!"

"Ok! Can we drop it! Please! And please give a better explanation!"

But Naminé wasn't there.

Kairi shook her head and laughed. "Will I ever gain control of my nobody?"

"Nope!"

"Will I ever get the answer to my questions, oh great oracle?"

"Yes, very soon."

"WHAT!" Kairi's eyes were now wide open. "How? When? Where? Who? Naminé?"

She didn't respond.

"She's just so lucky. I can't keep secrets from her, but she can!" And she stuck out her tongue.

I, at least, can give a clue. Remember whom you dreamed about these past 2 weeks?

Okay, Kairi is officially more scared out than Selphie, Tidus and Wakka when they saw the Nobodies.

What do you mean? THAT girl? I thought you said she was something you created when you tampered with my memories?

I guess I told a white lie.

Liar.

Just, don't wander off too much, okay? And don't think about your problems. You will find the solution soon enough. And don't trust anyone except things you know you can depend on. And please do not anger the elders. And if something goes wrong, like if people are using you, just get out, okay? And where you go, finish what you're supposed to do there. And Sora and Riku will be there, so you'll be safe, okay? And please do not go into help-I'm-a-princess-and-I-need-a-knight-in-shining-armor-to-save-me mode. And-

Naminé, that's enough. What's going on? Is that girl part of all the trouble?

Don't say anything and I mean ANYTHING insulting about her!

You really surprised Naminé. You don't usually get angry.

Because this is serious!

Again, Naminé appeared, but with a very, very, very angry expression. Her fists were clenched tightly. Everyone, move back at least 100 paces.

Your life going to be in danger and you're just sitting like a duck just waiting to see what will happen.

Naminé, why didn't you tell me before?

Because. She didn't let me to.

I suppose that girl will help us when we arrive wherever we're going?

Yes…okay, I'm really sorry! But if I told you, then she's really going to be in trouble and it will all be Roxas's and my fault!

Naminé then went on her knees and her whole body became weak. I'm sorry Kai, I really am!

Kairi, with a sympathetic smile, sat with Naminé and said, "I'm not really angry, I'm just overreacting, that's all."

Naminé smiled back. Of course.

"And maybe it's necessary, I mean, we do need a middle part, right?"

Naminé just chuckled. When I heard that on the island, I was really happy that you were catching on.

"So, from what I know and assume, Sora, Riku, and I are going on another adventure. This is supposed to solve whatever questions we have and clear doubts, right?"

Correct.

"While we are, the girl appearing in our dreams will help us achieve that?"

Most of it you do on your own.

"And Sora, and Riku are aware of this."

Actually, Riku doesn't have a clue and Sora is catching on. I just completely broke the rules when I warned you.

"Naminé the rule breaker?"

Moving on…

"And there's someone who wants us to NOT do this?"

Roxas and I are unsure about that, but we believe that.

"Did Roxas tell Sora anything?"

Not much I think. Sora's really inquisitive, you know?

"How about Riku?"

Not much progress. He's just angry at her for invading his thoughts!

"Just like Riku…anyway, who is that girl I'm speaking with?"

I think you will meet with her soon, maybe even tonight.

"Really? Great!"

As Kairi was thinking about the newfound information, Naminé couldn't help but feel sorry for the 3 buddies. "If everything goes wrong, then I'll never see them ever again." Naminé muttered.

Kai, shouldn't you sleep now? It is very late.

"Oh, okay, good night Naminé!"

"Sweet dreams, Kairi."

Kairi's eyelids then closed, finally getting the rest her body needs. But more surprises may appear in her dreams…

Swirling, swirling, swirling, swirling…

Excuse me? Hello? Are you okay?

Kairi's eyes shot open.

Huh? What happened? Why is it all light in here? Who are you?

Maybe you should wake up. One minute-ah, there we go.

Kairi then really got up.

She scanned around the room, observing her surroundings. Everything was elegant but old-fashioned. There was a wooden bed, a wooden dresser, a wooden cupboard, and yes, a wooden writing desk. Sitting on its chair was the lady who really woke her up. And yeah, the wall was all blocks of stones. There was no end to the wall.

You should really watch out when you travel by yourself! I was surprised to find you here! A welcoming and warm voice said.

Kairi stared at her. "What.is.going.on.here."

Instead of being afraid, the girl just smiled wider. Oh, don't worry, it will be revealed soon enough.

In Kairi's head, she thought, 'She is just like the three of us! She's cheerful like Sora, hopeful like me, and private like Riku.'

So, what have you come here for?

"Well, for starters, what is this place?"

The face that seemed so cheerful turned down. This is my dormitory. It's part of the main building.

"You mean like a school?"

No. A castle. In the middle of darkness and light. Bad and good. Twilight.

Right now. In a castle. Far away from Destiny Islands. I feel nausea.

"How can you enter my dreams, and Sora and Riku?"

Let's just say for now, I have that ability to.

"Who wants us to not solve our conficts?"

I cannot say.

"Were you expecting these questions?"

She chuckled. Well, when someone told you the stuff you didn't know, you would be curious, right?

"I guess…"

Out of nowhere, a knock rang through. Shock was plastered on both the girls.

Oh no, they know.

What? Who?

No time. Please, go back. You shouldn't get in trouble. Nami will guide you.

A portal then came up behind Kairi.

And be careful were the last words said.

Kairi, Kairi, KAIRI!

Wh-What?

Phew, you came back! I was worried sick! Did you get your questions answered?

Realization struck Kairi. She hadn't asked a single question that she needed to ask.

Nami, you knew, didn't you?

Oh, well that's her magic. She can persuade your mind to do what she's needs to do. Namine then chuckled a little bit. That's why you're going away. It's not fair for Sora and Riku!

But Nami, who is she? I didn't even ask her name! Wow, I'm really not polite.

She wouldn't tell you anyway.

What?

Silence.

"Well," said a sleepy Kairi, "Enough excitement tonight. I really do need some beauty sleep."

"But, I really have to credit something. That girl is really a puzzle!"

Zzzzzzzzzz

End of Chapter 8

(Author's Notes)

Hello! Chapter 8 is finally complete! I had to stay up late to finish, but I'm proud of it! I think this is my longest chappie! PARTY!

I think those Kairi-haters out there would really enjoy this chapter. You know who you are.

Yeah, I gave a lot away. But more puzzles came up! And who's the girl? If you want a clue, look at the clue I gave in my profile under the story summary. Good Luck!

I'm crazy to say this, but I can't wait for school!

Animelover07