Hey, its been a little while. But i am working on this story again and this is the longest chapter yet. I delve a little into the history of Thor (if you know ToP) and bring about a new enemy but havent disclosed who it is. DISCALIMER: I dont own ToS.
The battle had scarred Palmacosta, leaving the repaired districts in raging infernos and the citizens in a daze. Many were dead, more without homes or heavily injured. Raine knew she had her work cut out for her and because of it, she couldn't accompany Lloyd or Genis on their journey to Sybak. Letting out a heavy sigh, she continued to search for survivors.
Genis awoke in the early hours of the morning, before the sun had risen. His vision was blurry, he had a throbbing headache, his mana was drained, and he hadn't the foggiest idea where he was. Sweat was gathering at his brow and he wiped it away. Looking around the room, he realized where he was; back at the small shop Genis and Raine had taken. He pushed the covers away from his body and stepped out of bed. His thoughts were riddled with confusion. "Kendl...", thinking of the small rival, killed in battle. "Dammit, why?" The door of the room opened and he stepped out into the cold, dark morning.
Lloyd was clearing debris out of shallow waters and pathways. He had gotten up early, waited alone for the sunrise, and decided to occupy himself. Sheena was tired and sleeping, unusual for the girl who often got up around 4 in the morning. Lloyd knew he needed rest too, yet couldn't sleep. The Evil Eye, which was being wielded by the elf in battle, occupied his thoughts. "IT had been sealed, I'm sure of it. Professor and Colette did it after we fought Mithos." The group returned to the Temple of Darkness and sealed away all the weapons. "What sheer power..." He grabbed his sides and exhaled, seeing his own breath. It was cold. "Odd. It's summer." He exhaled again, the warmth of his breath heating his face. "Oh, well" thinking aloud.
"Oh, well what?" Genis whispered, approaching Lloyd quietly through the almost dead morning.
Lloyd turned to see his best friend, eyes dark with fatigue. "Genis. Why you up so early?" He tilted his head in a quizzical manner.
"No reason really... I just cant stop thinking."
"About what? Yesterday?" Genis slowly nodded his head, as if he was ashamed of the fact that he defeated a great foe. "What?! Why? Don't be, Genis. He would have caused more damage if you hadn't done anything." He hoped his words would strike something. "You did great, anyway. That battle was amazing."
"Yeah, I understand that, but look." He pointed towards the battleground, every building in the vicinity destroyed or charred. The place looked as if Hell had attacked it. "It wasn't just him that did that! It was me, as well!" Genis started sobbing. "I've expunged so many lives!" He gasped for breath. "Don't praise me, Lloyd! Never! Not for the things I've done. How many? How many died?!" He couldn't grasp the fact that he had killed many innocents.
"Genis..." Lloyd understood what he felt. It was Iselia all over again. He grabbed his friend's shoulder and started shaking him. "Genis, I know what you're feeling. It's horrible, you've let so many people down." A tear formed in his eye. "You can't do anything about it, though. It may sound horrible but there isn't a thing to do."
"No, you're wrong! Don't say that, Lloyd... There must be something I can do." Lloyd felt incredibly sorry for his small friend.
"No, you'll come to realize that I am right, although I hate the realization, myself..." He needed to be stern with Genis. "It might hurt now, but he'll find a way to sooth it."
"Yeah, I-i guess you are right. Still-" A hint of skepticism in his voice. He tried to dry his eyes.
"We're going to Sybak later today." Cutting him off. "Get some sleep and then come with us, it's the best you can do." Lloyd knew that it wouldn't sound like a lot but it was true. Genis hardly had any other option. Genis nodded in agreement and started to turn around but Lloyd remembered something and stopped him. "Genis, I really don't know what expunge means..."
This cheered Genis up, with his snickering louder than his sobbing. Lloyd led him towards the room where he slept. "Thanks Lloyd. That's pretty wise, what you said."
"Ah, don't mention it, that's why were friends, right?"
Genis smiled. "Yeah!" He turned into the room. Lloyd looked through the glass. A silouette moved through the candle-lit room, stopping near a bed. The candle died out. Lloyd turned around towards the ocean, the sun peeking over the horizon spreading light through the town. The temperature started to warm up. Lloyd turned away from the sea and looked at the damage once again.
"Phew, he sure did a number on this place." The swordsman headed towards the hotel he and Sheena had stayed in.
During the hours after the battle, Raine had managed to quell almost all the fires, rescue a few survivors trapped under destroyed buildings, resuscitate around 30 people, and moved large debris away from the town's major passages. She was very tired and as soon as she hit the bed, she fell asleep. The sleep didn't last long because Sheena burst through the door minutes later.
"Raine!" She was shouting quite loudly. "Raine, are you in here?"
"What?! What's going on?!" She wasn't pleased and to top it off, drained of energy. As a side note, her hair was horribly out of place, as well.
"Nothing big. We are just about to set sail. Remember, the trip to Sybak?" Sheena was letting Raine wake up. "Aren't you coming with us?" Sheena was tapping her foot with unprecedented rapidness.
"Oh, yes. I remember." She straightened out her cloak and shook her head, the pale white hair on her head falling into place. Her eyes were filled with sadness. "Sorry, but no. I can't come with you three, not at a time like this." The two walked outside. "The city's been destroyed and I have quite a bit of work to do", shaking her head at the girl's ignorance.
"Alright, alright. I get what you mean, but will you at least see us off?" She pointed at the only remaining dock left in the port; it housing the Elemental Cargo ship they would use to travel to Sybak.
"Yes, don't worry. I'll see you guys off."
"Awesome, but one more thing." Raine listened closely. Sheena seldom asked favors and even less from her. "Lloyd and I would really like you to seal the Evil Eye." Raine remembered catching sight of the cursed weapon, lying in the middle of town square.
"Sure, but I really wonder how that thing became un-sealed..." Sheena nodded, grabbing her had and pulling her towards the docks.
"I do, too." Raine started running along with Sheena's momentum. "Too bad we don't have time to talk about it." They reached the docks and Sheena let go of her hand. Raine noticed that Neil was the only other person there. It was hardly a proper leaving but then again, it was partially their fault for the city's destruction.
"Okay, I'll seal the weapon." Sheena bowed and did the unexpected. She gave Raine a large hug, startling Raine.
"Raine, I'll miss you." Raine could hardly believe it. Sheena was anti-social towards her but this was almost a new light.
"I'll miss you too." She barely got the words out. Sheena let go and turned towards the EC. She jumped aboard and started waving. Genis got on the front of the EC as it started leaving port. "Genis! Be careful and don't get in the way of any adults!" Genis nodded and continued to wave. "I love you", under her breath and soon the EC was out at sea. Neil looked over at her.
"Well, Raine. It looks like we've quite a bit to do." Neil scratched the back of his head.
"Yes, yes it does." She walked with him towards the main area where they went their separate ways. She noticed the wicked weapon and picked it up. The thing spoke,a cold yet oddly soothing tone. "Marvelous..." The Evil Eye seemed to be staring directly at her. Raine looked around before dashing off with the weapon, a "perfect specimen" for her to study.
The EC was smoothly sailing along the ocean. The three were excited to get back to Sybak, and Genis especially to see Presea again. He had other things on his mind as well. As they left port, he noticed Raine acting oddly around the Chakram used by his opponent. It very much worried him.
"Genis, do you have a minute?" Sheena came up to him with a anxious frown on her face.
"Yeah, what's up?" Sheena and Genis hardly talked alone.
"Did you happen to notice the weapon used in the last battle? The chakram that the elf was using?"
"Yeah, it was one of those Devil Arms, wasn't it?" Sheena nodded. "How come?"
"Well, I asked Raine to seal it but..." Genis's fears were confirmed. "But, she seemed more interested in taking it, herself."
"I noticed, too." He recalled what it did to Presea. The weapon could talk to those with weak souls and could also take control of people. Like it did with Abyssion and almost with Presea as well.
"I hope she gets rid of the damned thing, myself." Thinking about its raw power made her shudder.
"Yeah, I know what you mean but knowing Raine... she won't." The words seemed to linger around the two. His face started to pale at the image of a possessed Raine.
"Sorry to bring this up, I was just wondering." She felt bad bringing this up. It probably should have been avoided. "Talk to you later." She left, her mind arguing with her decision. It had hurt Genis to hear that.
"Ok." He wished Sheena hadn't brought it up.
The trip had already taken one day and was close to dawning on the second. The EC was moving along side the Grand Tethe'alla Bridge. They were within a few hours of Sybak. Lloyd was scanning the horizon for the town, Genis was sleeping, and Sheena was busy writing a letter to Igaguri.
Sheena finished her letter and was preparing to send it off. In the past, she would have Corrine deliver the letter to the chief but because of the summon spirit's death, she would have to rely on the old way. Folding the letter, she grabbed one of her cards and carved a small symbol of wind and smoke into it. She attached it to the letter and sealed it together. The letter floated above her palm and disappeared in a small burst of smoke. She smiled as the letter left and sighed. "That's a hassle, I really wish I had Corrine, still."
"Hey Sheena." Lloyd crept up behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist. "We are coming up on Sybak." He looked around where she was standing. He had caught the last second of her wild motions. "Whatcha doing?"
"S-sending a l-letter", Sheena stuttered. She wasn't in the mood for explaining her business. "Please don't ask, Please don't ask!"
"About what? And to who?" Sheena's eyes widened.
"N-nothing and no one!" She really wanted him to go away, but his grip was so...warm. Lloyd also seemed to be genuinely curious. "It's no big deal!" She was still shouting.
"Okay, okay. I won't bother you any more about it." Lloyd tried to release his grip but Sheena grabbed his hands and held them.
"So, did you need anything?" Her face was still flushed but she was quickly recovering.
"Oh yeah, I almost forgot." He shook off her hands. "We're approaching Sybak and I need you to help me anchor."
"Really?" She put her hands at her hips. "Hey, you're the one with the super exsphere", in a flirtatious manner.
He cupped his face with his hand. "C'mon, don't be like that."
"Hey, I am kidding. Don't worry, I'll help", with a slight snicker. She punched his shoulder causing him to rub it.
"Alright, we'll I am going to catch a few Z's, so wake me when we're there." Sheena gave a slight salute and Lloyd turned around. "Women..."
Sheena, after mentally wiping her brow, went to the bow of the boat and decided to train with a summon. "I call upon the Maiden of the Mist! Undine, come!" The liquid spirit appeared. "Undine, I command you to slow the EC down." The port city was coming into view and they would be there in minutes. Undine clasped her palms together and the EC started losing velocity. "I guess I could catch up on my summon magic. Let's try this!"
She pushed a strand of hair out of her vision. "Undine! Tidal Wave!" The incorporeal being raised it wrist and gave a slight flick. A giant whirlpool appeared with large currents launching into the air. A few large fish were launched as well and instantly diced into shards. The EC was almost pulled into the whirlpool but she cut off the command and Undine disappeared. Genis and Lloyd came up, both startled and Genis rubbing his eyes.
"What's going on", Genis managed to say. "There was a large bang."
"Nothing, I was just practicing my summons." She was regretting using Tidal Wave.
"Sheena, you've got to be careful. This thing's not indestructible." Lloyd walked to the edge and peered over, looking for any dents or smashes. There were none.
"Don't worry, the EC's fine. Anyway, were about there." She pointed towards the city, barely within a mile from where they were sailing. "C'mon, Lloyd, let's get the anchor ready." The two walked forwards while Genis went down to rest a little long.
The boat docked around mid-morning. Lloyd hopped off the boat and helped Sheena get off. They started heading out but Lloyd quickly realized that they were missing a member. "Sheena, give me a few seconds, I need to get Genis." She smiled as he ran off back towards the boat.
"Yo, Genis!" He was squinting his eyes around the unlit cabin looking for the short half-elf. A swift, flailing motion shot up as Genis was instantly awoken by the screaming.
"What?! Again?" He kept his eyes closed as he spoke.
"Nothing much, but we're here, if that's important. Anyway, were going to go, just meet us at the inn."
"Which one?" But he never got a reply as Lloyd shut the door and left to explore the town with Sheena. Genis sat there, his mouth open. "You've got to be kidding me, Lloyd." He threw the sheets in frustration and grabbed his cloak.
By the time that Genis had got ready, Lloyd and Sheena had left towards the town center. The two had decided to stock up on supplies before they would head out. Also, they needed to rent a room at an inn. Genis noticed the lack of ingredients so he rush off towards the Sybak Academy Cafeteria to grab fresh food.
Both Lloyd and Sheena found the Cottage Campus Inn and paid up front for the room. They exited the small inn and headed towards the bazaar. The two walked, the gap between them almost invisible. Their relationship had rocked off since when they had set off. Lloyd was starting to develop a crush on Sheena. Sheena, herself, was starting to be more open about her feelings, albeit talking her time.
Sheena was debating with herself on whether to reach and grab Lloyd's hand or not to. The pressure was almost unbearable, the chance coming up quickly. Deciding to chance it, she reached... just as Lloyd turned towards an item vendor. Sheena completely missed and stumbled causing her to plummet towards the ground. She reached out and grabbed one of Lloyd's scabbard, pulling him down as well. He fell, as well, landing directly on top of her.
"Owwww..." Sheena was blushing heavily but in pain. Lloyd stared down at her with an odd look upon his face.
"Sheena...?" He picked himself up and dusted off. "Are you feeling ok", his hand extending outward towards her.
"Y-yeah, thanks." She grabbed his hand and allowed him to pull her up. "I'm as clumsy as ever..." They stared at each other in silence, awkward silence that seemed to last ages. Sheena broke the silence by turning towards the item clerk and apologizing.
Lloyd was completely confused. "What just happened?" He continued to give her back a bewildered look. "What's wrong with Sheena? She's never this clumsy..." Her face was still a violent red. This confused him even more. Sheena finished her business and turned to Lloyd, her gaze avoiding his.
"Let's go." Her voice was quiet and embarrassed. She started walking off with a stunned Lloyd following in the wake.
Genis had bought enough ingredients to last them a journey or two and decided to occupy his time by exploring the Academy. He was eavesdropping on symposiums, rummaging through empty classrooms, and bothering other students. Genis was in heaven. Limitless intelligence flowed throughout the building. What especially interested him were the rooms with the "No Access" signs. He opened the door of one room and venture inside. The dean, after hearing about multiple complaints of a child causing havoc, was dispatched to find said child. He found Genis in a "No Access" room and wasn't very happy.
"H-hey, I, I, can explain myself!" The dean had two other students with him. They were muscular and built, easily able to take Genis.
"Save it", one of the students spat. "We don't need any excuses!" He picked Genis up but the neck of his cloak and dragged the screaming boy out of the room. They dragged him throughout the entire facility, students following the four curiously, until they reached the exit. The one holding Genis threw him out. "Get out of here, kid!" Genis rubbed arm, newly full of pain. He silently snickered at the thought of them frying form Thunder Arrow. The door slammed and brought him back to reality. Sulking, he left to meet up with Lloyd.
Lloyd and Sheena were silent as they went from vendor to vendor gathering supplies and information. "Sheena's never been this quiet before." He looked at her, the facial expression the same as before. Recalling the past, he remembered Sheena acting anxious as they left the EC. He also recalled seeing her, out of the corner of the eye, reaching for him as they walked down the street. "Maybe this will cheer her up", he thought with a smile. Almost out of nowhere, Lloyd gently grabbed Sheena's hand and held on to it.
"Eh?" She turned to look, witnessing a blushing Lloyd holding her hand and casually rubbing his neck. "Wow, this is very unlike him; He might be starting to catch on."
"You looked a little sad", he began. "So, I-I decided to do something about it." He stuttered the words sheepishly. Secretly, he'd been waiting for the chance to show Sheena a little romance or compassion, but he would never tell her or admit to it.
"Ah, um, you, you didn't need to... I was just, uh." Lloyd was chuckling, slowly shaking his head as well.
"You dork. Don't worry about it, okay?" Sheena perked up as they continued to walk towards the inn, hand in hand. Onlookers could tell they were deeply in love and Genis soon joined them.
"Hey, Lloyd! Oh." Genis noticed how close they were. "Maybe this is a bad time." The two didn't bother to hide it. Lloyd shook his head. Skeptically, Genis ran ahead to meet his two friends, the day nearing its end. They entered the inn and got ready for bed. Genis looked at the two beds and prepared to sleep on the floor. Sheena laid down and Lloyd followed her, as they were accustom to sleeping in the same bed.
Genis couldn't believe it. He settled down in the adjacent bed. "Lloyd, you sure have changed... I wish I could be like you." He slowly drifted off to sleep.
Meanwhile...
Elyandis stood by the ruined remains of the Elder Elf's small hut, his blade stained with gallons of fresh blood. The group had split up after the destruction of Heimdall, half going to scout and combat the only group strong enough to oppose them: Lloyd's group. They had killed most of the elves, including the women and children. The only survivors were those who were absent. The Elder had been in hiding but was recently found, by none other than Elyandis himself.
He looked upon the four others: Ashe, Dominique, Jillian, and Froth. He had sent out Sage, Ryan, Rinoa, and Kendl as they were the most ruthless and skilled for the job. He had thought, anyway Word came quickly, however, and they found out that Kendl was now dust in the wind. Just hearing the weaklings name gave him feelings of disgust.
It also appeared to Elyandis that there was a small power struggle among the others. He looked at the biggest suspect, Ashe. She had pure elven blood in her veins, a quick temper, violent history, and to top it off, was stunningly beautiful. Her clean, white hair only accentuated it.
As the leader turned towards the entrance, smirking, she softly spoke, her voice clear and dulcet. "Excuse me, sire, but I have a question."
Elyandis turned to see her swinging the Heart of Chaos directly at him, a secret blade extended from the tip. He grabbed the dull side, pulled it away, disarming her, and hit her with it. She fell to the ground, her beautiful face bloodied. He threw the staff at her feet and unsheathed Soul Eater. The blade's screams synced up with her own as he ran the sword into her chest. Her lifeless corpse hung on the weapon but with a graceful flick of the wrist, she flew across the forest. Elyandis turned towards the remaining members, his eyes pure red and full of evil. "It looks as if we need another member, and I believe I know where to find her." His cape wrapped around him and the party left the town.
Morning arrived, with Genis bemoaning for more sleep. Their first stop was the Academy Warehouse, located behind the Academy. They proceeded through, much to Genis's dismay, and arrived at the determined location. The large building housed the giant construction machine, complete with a familiar yet short-pink haired girl behind the controls. Genis was awestruck.
Presea didn't notice the group of three. She was busy commanding a few students around. "Hey, that part attaches to the rotor." She turned towards another. "No, no, no. Don't set it there. Bring it here." she glanced up and noticed those staring at her. "Yes? Can I help you...?" Suddenly, the familiarity took over and she dashed on over.
"Presea! We haven't seen you in ages!" Lloyd was grinning ear to ear and Sheena was smiling as well. Genis was staring at her, her height the same, facee the same, everything the same. The only thing different was her mannerisms. She was vivacious and in control of every emotion.
Presea turned to Genis. "Hello, Genis. I haven't seen you in ages and you happen to be... well, distracted." She was shyly smiling as well. Genis face was flushed.
"Oh, um, yeah, it's nothing. But no, it has been a while. And, you look good." His voice decreased in volumn. She put her hand on her lips and lightly laughed.
"Oh, Genis, it's been way too long. I have really missed traveling with you guys." Her head tilted towards the small boy. "Especally you, Genis."
"R-r-really?!" He was more than pleased to hear this.
"Yeah. I missed your personality, the awkward compliments, they way you were always willing to help, you cute face..." It was her turn to blush.
"I missed you too!" Lloyd and Sheena looked at each other, and although they were in a relationship, they could barely hold their laughter.
"Ahem." Lloyd, with the same smile, interrupted. "Sorry to stop you too but (cough) we are here on official business."
"Oh, yes. Right this way." Presea turned and pointed out the small electronic panel in the corner. "Let me show you to the constructor unit."
Genis was mad. Sorry, that's an understatement. He was furious. "I swear, Lloyd! You're so stupid!" He stomped off after them.
Presea was giving them the grand tour of the big machine. Sheena wasn't very interested. Genis couldn't stop glaring at Presea, and Lloyd, although he knew little, was the only one truly excited about it. He had never seen such a machine before. She finished the last bit of the tour and ended by the control mechanisms.
"So, what do you need this for?" She was interested in what they had been doing over the past few months.
"Palmacosta. The city was destroyed again and is in a horrid state of disrepair. It's beyond the point of repair, especially from human hands. We heard of the machine because it is the only thing that could help."
"Ah, I got you." She looked back at the giant machine. "Yeah, this thing is a great leap forward in construction in our area. We plan on mass-producing them sooner or later."
"Cool. I bet they would really help small towns grow. Anyway, it would be better if we got it soon so do you know when we could see it out?"
Presea picked up a small chart and looked through it, flipping pages back and forth. "Umm, I see... today. We have a cargo ship leaving for the Renegade's Base near Triet. It could fit on that and make a stop at Palmacosta."
"That would be great! Raine's going to be pleased."
"Oh, by the way, where is Raine?"
"She couldn't come with us. She is acting as a part-time mayor along with Neil and also is on of the only people in the town with Healing Magic."
"That's too bad. It would have been nice to see her once again." Presea went back to the chart and filled something out. "Well, looking at the chart again, it looks as if the trip will take a few days. Is that okay?"
"Yeah, were not in any huge rush." Sheena looked over at Lloyd after hearing this. She started getting a weird feeling, though she couldn't put her finger on it. Her thoughts kept drifting towards their previous opponent. She tried to shake it off but couldn't so she put it at the back of her mind.
"Ok, now that business is settled, who's up for some lunch? The Cafeteria has lovely lunch and I would love it for you guys to join me." Genis sprung up hearing this.
Both Lloyd and Sheena declined and watched Genis's reaction. "Presea! I'll join you." She smiled.
"Okay then." She held out her arm and Genis rushed forward and linked his with hers. "I you would be so kind." The two slowly headed towards the exit of the warehouse with Lloyd and Sheena left behind, hysterically laughing. Suddenly, Lloyd remembered something.
"Hey, Presea. I have a small question." She turned around, listening intently. "We heard we were suppose to gather a few supplies and parts for the machine. Do you have anything in mind?"
"No, actually. We have everything we need here. Thanks, though." Genis pulled her out of the building and into the hallway.
"Weird, I thought we had to scavenge some stuff. Also, have you noticed?"
"What?"
"Presea. She's in full control of her emotions. She would never act this way when on our journey."
"I have noticed. I thought it was different, but regarding those parts, I say 'whatever', it gives us some more free time." Sheena hadn't said a word the entire tour.
"Yeah, I guess you're right. Now, how about we get out of here as well." Lloyd held out his arm in a mock fashion, Sheena even laughing. She shook her head and grabbed his hand instead.
"I like the recent version, thank you very much." They headed out, Sheena suggesting that they go out of Sybak to train. Lloyd nodded in agreement and they were off.
Genis and Presea were eating at a small, two seat table in the Cafeteria. They had been catching up on the past, Genis helping out in small cities before settling down in Palmacosta to help, and Presea had been working with Regal and Sybak for research purposes. It would help the world drop its dependency on Exspheres. Genis stuttered as he spoke and Presea chuckled lightly whenever he would appear embarrassed. He finished his steak and looked at Presea, wolfing down a second plate of spaghetti.
"That's all you're going to eat?"
"Hey, I don't have that big of an appetite." He was amazed. The spaghetti platter was huge and had a small salad on the side.
They continued a light conversation and Presea finished up with her meal. They both got up, Genis willing to pay the bill but Presea shaking her head. She already paid and they both left.
"Genis, I have something I wish to show you." She pointed at the small door leading towards the basement. As they descended the stairs, Genis sighed.
"I guess they are still working on the discrimination rules", he thought. But humans, as well, were working in conjunction with the half-elves. Presea stepped towards the middle of the room, a large computer and pod sitting in the middle. "W-What is that?!"
"This, Genis, is the worlds first time machine." He couldn't believe it. The ability to travel through time... Martel only knew the knowledge and advances they could make with this. "It still has a few bugs that need to be worked out", continued Presea. "It also has the risk of exploding." Genis approached the tube and touched it. "We have a small island, dubbed Thor, were we are going to transport it for test runs."
"Wow...", was all Genis could say. Presea continued talking about the amazing device.
Lloyd and Sheena were out on the Grand Tethe'alla Bridge, having occupied their time by training on monsters in the fields and forests. After massacring a group of Night Raids, they turned their attention towards the beautiful, yet hazy, setting sun. To Lloyd's amazement, the Meltokian Government had removed all the exspheres attached to the bridge and was no operating on a mechanical contraption.
The two walked past the entrance and stopped near the middle, their arms resting on the railings. A large cargo carrier deported from Sybak, it carrying a familiar, large machine on its deck.
"Hey, isn't that the big thingy that Presea was lending to us?"
"What? The mechanical constructor?" She squinted her eyes, trying to avoid gazing at the sun. "Yeah, I think it is. Wow, it's leaving a lot earlier than expected." Something still didn't feel completely right and her thoughts wandered towards the elf again.
"Hey, doesn't the sky look a little... odd, today." It had never been this hazy, the air was almost acrid. Lloyd couldn't help looking over the horizon, it burning with an intense orange light. The light seemed to be emanating from Palmacosta's direction. "Which isn't right. Is something happening?" He looked at Sheena, her gaze attached to the traveling boat. Her face was pale.
"Sheena. What's wrong?"
"Look", pointing towards a small black dot, the shape of a figure floating near the boat. "What is that?"
"I don't know, but I don't like it, either. Let's get back." The two took off running and got pretty close to the city before any activity shot up. Sheena glanced back at the carrier and noticing new activity. The figure was shoot dark orange light out of its palm...directly at the boat.
"Lloyd! Look!" He turned just in time to see it erupt with molten energy. The burning boat started sinking instantly.
"No. No. No! What the hell is going on?!" He dashed into Sybak, the city in an uproar, the citizens all witnesses to the attack.
Genis and Presea also saw the attack. After they finished up with the time machine, they went outside, Presea knowing a lovely place to sit and watch the sunset. Genis got a better view of the assailant. "No, it's not possible."
Sheena also got a good view of the person attacking. "Hey, Lloyd did you see who was attacking the ship." The figure disappeared after it sank.
"No, I only got a glimpse of him."
"Oh, okay." She decided to hold her tongue. "Why would it be 'her' anyway? Why?" The day ended, but not with the setting sun. It ended with the destruction of any hope Palmacosta had.
Well, you can probably guess who the person is and what happened to Palmacosta as well. Please, please review. Any criticism would be lovely. Thank you. -AMP
