First off, SORRY FOR THE VERY LATE UPDATE!!!!. College life is a bitch. ( I can say that right?) I've got 2 Sculptures due on the 3 of March and my International cookery exam the week after. But, my fans ( or fan… . yes Draken101, I'm referring to ya. Couldn't have found myself to continue without your kind and wise words. ) deserve better. So without further adieu, here's chapter 3; To save a planet.

p/s: Oh yea, from now on, When the typo is in This, it means the narrator aka me, is doing the talking. If its in normal font like now, that means the characters are taking centre stage. Italics means thought. Ok, back to the story……

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Still empty space

No change here

Just scroll down would ya?

What did I just say?

Again?!!! You really are a stubborn little #$ aren't you

….ak. up……

What? Who's voice is that? It's so familiar

The same voice repeated himself

I said wake up Mr Strife. The others are waiting.

Chapter 3 : To Save a Planet

Cloud regains his consciousness. His eyes squint. The bright light blinds him. It took him a good minute for him to see clearly. The first thing he noticed was the emptiness. He was cold, but he did not shiver. He was hot, but he did not sweat. He felt…….. empty.

'I know what you are thinking Mr Strife. All will be explained eventually. Now we must make haste. We would not want to let the others wait now would we?'

Cloud looked for the origin of the voice. It came from a little boy, no younger than Marlene. Surprised by the boy's formal tone, He looked if there was anyone else there. None could be found.

' Hu……'

Mr Strife, I grow weary of repeating myself. We have to move now.

Did he just cut me off? In my own thou……

Yes I did, Now enough small talk. Follow me.

The Hero did what he was asked. He was in an unknown place . Experience reminded him to always be weary. His soldiers instinct told him that the boy intends no harm…… for now.

The boy lead him into the vast emptiness. In the horizon, a large door,visible for miles was seen. The boy continued to head towards that general direction. The hero followed suit.

We have arrived. You may enter Mr Strife. They are waiting for you.

The room was white. Everything, An exact replica of the outside, safe one difference, the table in the middle. Surrounding it were several people. All apparently waiting for his arrival.

Welcome. Mr Strife

Welcome to the Plane Of Nothingness.

The hero surveyed the people, all showed no signs of hostility. Slowly, he sat in the chair prepared for him. The boy followed suit.

Before we begin, let me introduce myself. I am known in your world as Bahamut. Now before you speak, let me explain to you that this is but one of my many forms . Formalities aside, its good to finally meet face to face after all we've been through Mr Cloud.

I knew I heard that voice before…..

The hero turned to the rest of the people occupying the room

I'm guessing the rest here are also Guardians?

Yes, you are correct to assume that Mr Cloud, but we shall have to dwell on that later. Now. On to more urgent matters. You must be wondering why you are brought here, are you not?

Silence. Not a single word came out of the hero's lips. Slowly, he nodded.

Very well then. In my hand here is the white materia. The antithesis of the black materia. Take it Mr Strife. Use it to guide the lifestream. Destroy the meteor. Safe your planet. Think of it as our way of saying thank you for destroying Sephiroth.

….Thank you.

Unfortunately, Mr Strife, in order to use the materia, you will have to perish along with the meteor. A life for life itself. Do you still wish to go through this? Would you face the Reaper in return for the survival of your planet?

A life for life itself...

I accept...I only ask you of one thing in return.

Speak your mind.

Erase my existence.

The boy seem genuinely surprised by his request. Nevertheless, he nodded in agreement. The hero had his reasons.

So be it.

You have my gratitude

I am afraid our time here is coming to an end. We shall meet again Mr Strife. After your death

The hero smiled at the boy's attempt of dry humour.

I guess we will.

The boy stood. All around him, the guardians nodded in silent acknowledgement.

Are you ready to return to the land of the living Mr Strife.

Honestly? Not really

The boy chuckled softly.

Nobody ever is Mr Strife.

The hero's eyes flashed the same mako green. A blind light engulfed him before he fell into darkness. It seemed like an eternity before the darkness faded. The first thing he heard were the cries of familiar voices. He was back. But not for long.

PHEW. Wow, that's done finally. Sorry for all the talking and whatnot. Had to explain some stuff. Well hope you liked it. Drop me a review while your at it. You can't let Draken101 have all the fun.

p/s: BlueFoxofWater1569 if your reading this, I would really appreaciate it if you would comment on my work. Yours is a pleasure to read and I hope you find mine the same as well.

P/s no 2: I just started a facebook account. So if you wana check it out, be my guest. Just put my email. Stalkers are welcomed. hahahaha

Till next time.