The Town of Iris
I do not own any of these characters, they blong to Joss Whedon and Company. The only character i own is Bol
On their way to Iris Willow and Cordy took the time to catch up on recent events.
Cordy: Um Willow.
Willow: What's Up Cordy?
Cordy: Do you know if my parents escaped Sunnydale before it was destroyed?
Willow: Well I don't know personally but the town was pretty much deserted by the time we fought The First.
Cordy: Good. How are Anya and Xander?
Willow: Oh god Cordy I'm sorry I forgot you didn't know.
Cordy: Know What? Will, what happened? Is Xander ok?
Willow: Xander's fine he's in Africa at the moment.
Cordy: Then what?
Willow: It's Anya she, she was killed in the battle against The First.
Cordy: Oh God. Poor Xander.
Willow: He was in shock for awhile but he is ok now. Well he was I don't know if heard of your passing yet though.
Cordy: Oh Xan.
There was an awkward silence between the two women until Willow decided to break it.
Willow: Cor what powers do you currently have?
Cordy: Well I know I still have my Levitation powers. I also had a purifying light that could take away someone's anger or kill demons. Also my strength was increased due to my demon half. Why?
Willow: Just trying to understand your power that's all.
Cordy: Well they always randomly manifest themselves before so I had no control over them.
Willow: Well levitation is a form of Telekinesis. As for your purifying light, I'm not to sure on that. I'll look it up later.
As they continued walking and discussing Cordy's powers a nearby town came into view.
Cordy: Will
Willow: What is it?
Cordy: Looks like we made it.
They came to a familiar sign with the greeting "Welcome to Iris" written on it.
Willow: Thank god. My legs are killing me, I could of teleported us here you know.
Cordy: I know, but I have been in a coma for months I needed to regain the use of my legs again.
Willow: Cor, I'm sorry I'm still cant get over the fact that the powers brought you back.
Cordy: Will its fine honestly. Let's rest up before we start our search for the Oracles.
Willow: Good idea. I should check in with Kennedy and introduce you to her.
Cordy: Yeah I would like that.
Cordy and Willow made their way into town, taking in the surroundings. The town was full of life, but no signs of anything supernatural.
Cordy: How can this place be home to the Powers That Be and the forces of Darkness? It's so peaceful.
Willow: I know what you mean. Usually I can be pick up the vibes left behind by good and evil. But the only vibe I can pick up is the forces of good.
Cordy: That's odd. Good can not exist with evil.
Willow: True but with the spell I used to give the potentials they slayer powers and defeating The First, perhaps the balance tipped in our favour.
Cordy: Yeah maybe, but something is not right here Will. I can feel it, something is coming.
Willow: How? I mean I am connected to this great power and I can't sense anything.
Cordy: I don't know, perhaps my demonic half can pick up on these things.
Willow: I'll look into to it later once we have met with the Oracles.
As they walked through the town looking for their hotel a familiar voice called out to them.
Kennedy: Will, Willow.
Willow: Kennedy, hey baby we were just looking for you and the hotel.
Kennedy: Cool, who's this chick?
Cordy: Kennedy right?
Kennedy: Yeah and you are?
Cordy: Sorry I'm Cordelia Chase.
Kennedy: How? We were told you died yesterday.
Willow: She did, but the Powers That Be brought her back for some reason.
Kennedy: Ok that's weird.
Willow: Yeah it is but you get used to it. Oh no one else knows Cordy's back yet only us and Giles.
Kennedy: Why?
Cordy: Because they don't need to know. Not yet anyways.
Kennedy: Fine I won't tell anyone as long as I can tag along.
Cordy: Sure we could do with some muscle anyways.
The three women made their way to the hotel Kennedy booked for her and Willow. Once they found their room Willow filled Kennedy in on what happened.
Kennedy: So you are looking for these Oracles so you can get some answers and your visions back.
Cordy: Basically yeah.
Willow: Kennedy, have you noticed anything weird happening here.
Kennedy: Weird, No Why?
Cordy: Because Willow can't sense any evil here, yet she can sense that this place is filled with the forces of good
Kennedy: Is it so weird that a town has no evil supernatural forces at work.
Willow: Good can not exist with evil, so were one goes the other follows.
Cordy: Plus something evil is coming, I can feel it, yet Willow can't its weird.
Will: We decided to check it out once we have met with the Oracles.
Kennedy: Ok then has anyone got any idea where we are supposed to got to even see the Oracles.
Cordy: When Angel went to see them in LA he said they were underneath the Post Office.
Willow: Well it's a start. Let's rest up tonight and we will meet them tomorrow it's been a long day.
Cordy: Yeah it has.
Cordy, Willow and Kennedy sat down and ate some dinner. It was getting late out and Willow and Kennedy decided to go to bed. Cordy curled up on the sofa but couldn't sleep. She decided to have a walk around town and see if she could find anything.
She quietly made her way out of the room and down to reception. Once outside she took in the town's beauty and its peaceful nature. Awhile later she found herself at the town centre.
Townsman: Hey, I haven't seen you around here before.
Cordy: I'm new here, I came from L.A
Townsman: You don't seem the LA type.
Cordy: I'm originally from Sunnydale.
Townsman: You mean the Hellmouth.
Cordy: How did you know? And who are you?
Bol: Sorry I'm Bol. Everyone here knows Sunnydale was on top of a Hellmouth. And your are?
Cordy: I'm Cordelia Chase. If you know about Sunnydale, how come there is no evil presence here. My friend can only sense the forces of good. Yet I feel that something evil is coming.
Bol: You're Cordelia?
Cordy: Yes Why?
Bol: I work for the Powers. They said you were coming here and that I am to help you.
Cordy: Ok as if my day couldn't get any weirder.
Bol: What you mean?
Cordy: Well, I died then got resurrected and found myself where Sunnydale used to be. I lost my visions. That's why I am here I need to see the Oracles.
Bol: I'll take you to them tomorrow. You should bring them with you.
Cordy: Who?
Bol: The Witch and the Slayer. You did come here with them didn't you?
Cordy: You mean Willow and Kennedy; yeah they are at the hotel.
Bol: Good then meet me here tomorrow at midday.
Cordy: I don't know why but I trust you Bol.
Bol: That's good to know.
Cordy: I'll see you tomorrow.
Cordy: Bol one more thing, what's up with this town, you never did say.
Bol: I'll explain it all tomorrow after the meeting with the Oracles.
Cordy: Ok I'll see you then.
Meanwhile back at the hotel Willow in the kitchen getting a drink.
Kennedy: What's up?
Willow: Nothing just getting a drink. Have you seen Cordy?
Kennedy: No why?
Willow: She's not here that's all.
Kennedy: She probably just went for a walk. A lot has happened today she probably just needs to clear her head.
Willow: You're right.
Just then the door opened and Cordy walked in.
Willow: Hey Cor. Are you ok?
Cordy: Yeah I'm ok thanks, sorry if I worried you. What are you doing up anyways?
Willow: I needed a drink.
Kennedy: What do you think of the town?
Cordy: It's beautiful. I also found someone who can help us.
Willow: Really Who?
Cordy: His names Bol. He Works for the Powers, apparently they told him I was coming. He is taking us to see the Oracles tomorrow. We need to meet him at the town centre at midday.
Kennedy: Well that was lucky.
Willow: Sure is.
Cordy: He is also going to explain what's up with this town. He also knew that you two were coming with me.
Willow: Makes sense if he works for the Powers.
Kennedy: Yeah it does. Let's get some sleep or we won't be able to met Bol.
Cordy: Yeah I'm shattered.
Willow: See you in the morning Cor.
Cordy: Will Do Willow.
Cordy made her-self comfortable on the sofa thinking over what Bol said.
P.O.V
So I was meant to come back, but why? What have the Powers got planned for me?
It was half past ten by the time Cordy woke up. There was no sign of either Willow or Kennedy. Cordelia took the time to freshen up a little bit and have some breakfast.
Once she finished clearing away her breakfast stuff she decided to better call Giles and inform him of what they found out so far. She rang the number Willow gave her yesterday hoping it wasn't too early where ever Giles was.
Giles: Hello
Cordy: Giles it's me Cordy.
Giles: Cordelia are you ok?
Cordy: Yeah I'm fine, I thought I better phone you and let you know we made it to Iris ok.
Giles: Good. Have you found the Oracles yet?
Cordy: No we haven't but.
Cordy told Giles everything that has happened since arriving in Iris.
Giles: So we mean to tell me that only the forces of Good exist it this town.
Cordy: Yeah its weird I mean I can sense something is coming yet Willow can't.
Giles: That is strange. About this Bol guy he works for the Powers you say.
Cordy: Yeah he does. He is taking us to the Oracles.
Giles: Good, if he works for the Powers, then he may be of great assistance to you.
Cordy: Thanks Giles.
Giles: Its Fine Cordelia, I haven't found anything out about the Senior Partners yet but I will keep looking.
Cordy: Thanks again Giles take care.
Giles: You to, let me know what you found out when you talk to the Oracles.
Cordy: Will do, Bye Giles.
Cordy: Bye Cordelia.
Cordy put the phone back on the hook and was about to head out looking for Willow and Kennedy when the entered the room.
Willow: Oh hey Cor didn't think you're be up yet.
Cordy: I got up about half and hour ago.
Kennedy: Did you sleep ok?
Cordy: Yeah I did thank you Kennedy. I just phoned Giles and told him about what happened so far.
Willow: Ok no problem I was going to do the same thing once we got back. Did he found anything on the Senior Partners yet?
Cordy: No but he's going to keep looking. He also said to let him know what we found out from the Oracles.
Kennedy: We should get ready we need to meet Bol soon.
Cordy: I'm done. I'll meet you guys there.
Willow: Ok, see you in awhile Cor.
As Cordy left Willow and Cordy started getting ready.
Kennedy: Do you really think this Bol cab help.
Willow: I don't honestly know. But if he works for the Powers then he is a good guy like us.
Kennedy: True.
Willow: Lets go we shouldn't keep them waiting.
Kennedy: Cool.
Meanwhile Cordy made her way to the town centre where she met Bol the previous night. She couldn't stop thinking about what was next. Then she heard a voice call out to her.
Bol: Cordelia over here.
Cordy turned around to see Bol waving at her. Smiling she waved back and made her way over to him.
Cordy: Hi Bol.
Bol: Glad you made it.
Cordy: Thanks for doing this Bol:
Bol: Not a problem. Where are the others?
Cordy: They will be here soon.
Just then both Willow and Kennedy came round the corner and walked over to Cordy and Bol.
Willow: Hey Cor
Cordy: Hey Will. This is Bol.
Willow: Nice to met you Bol.
Bol: You too. The Powers told me a lot about you.
Willow: Really?
Bol: Yeah. They have great plans for you.
Willow: Oh.
Cordy: This is Kennedy
Bol: Nice to meet you Slayer.
Kennedy: Thanks
Willow: Bol you said you knew where the Oracles are?
Bol: Yes I do. I'll take you there, but only you can enter Cordelia.
Cordy: I know.
Kennedy: So why do we need to go?
Bol: Because this involves you tow as well.
Willow: You mean this is part of our destiny?
Bol: Yes.
Cordy: Then let's go.
Bol led the three women through the town; they passed by the local bakery, post office and a small café before stopping at the outskirts of town.
Bol: We are nearly there.
Kennedy: I don't see anything?
Bol: Because it's hidden.
Kennedy: Oh.
Bol: Follow me.
Bol, Cordy, Willow and Kennedy slowly made their way up a steep hill. When they reached the top they saw an entrance to a cave, but it was sealed.
Cordy: We are here aren't we?
Bol: Yes we are, now everyone stand back.
They each took a few small steps back from the entrance. Bol raised his hands and stretched them out in front of the entrance.
Bol: I call upon thee o great Oracle, speaker for the Powers, grant thee access.
Then the entrance to the cave opened up to let Cordy enter.
Bol: Good luck Cordelia.
Cordy: Thanks Bol.
Cordy entered the cave a walked for about ten minutes before stopping. A bright white light blinded her. Once her vision started to come back she realised the Oracle was now standing in front of her.
Oracle: I have been waiting for you. What do you want Champion of Light
Cordy: I want to know why the Powers brought me back again.
Oracle: You haven't fulfilled your destiny yet. Also a battle is brewing and you are vital to its defeat.
Cordy: The Senior Partners.
Oracle: Yes, you, the witch and the slayer are vital in the battle.
Cordy: How can we help?
Oracle: That is not for me to say. There is something else you wanted Champion.
Cordy: I passed on my visions to Angel when I was sent to help get him back on his true path. If I am to help win this fight I will need my visions back.
Oracle: Very well, The Powers have sent the vision they need Angel to see. They are yours again.
With a wave of her hand the Oracle gave Cordy her Visions back.
Oracle: That is all. Good Luck Champion.
Cordy felt an invisible hand push her backwards. As quickly as the feeling came it went and she found herself back outside.
Willow: Cordy how did it go?
Cordy: Well I am now officially Vision Girl again, and you me and Kennedy are a vital part of the battle against the Senior Partners at Wolfram and Hart.
Bol: So that's why you were brought back.
Cordy: Yeah that and I haven't fulfilled my destiny.
Bol: Well I will walk you guys back to town then I will be on my way.
Willow: Bol why don't you come with us. We could do with all the help we can get if we are fighting against the Senior Partners.
Cordy: She's right Bol we could do with the extra help.
Bol: Ok then if you insist.
Kennedy: Didn't you say to Cordy last night you would explain why this town is so peaceful.
Bol: Yes I did.
Kennedy: Well?
Bol: When Sunnydale was created so was the town of Iris. The Powers decided that if anything should happen to Sunnydale they wanted a town where the Champions can gather without worrying about any demons attacking. They put a powerful shield to repel all evil. But recently it has been weakening.
Cordy: That's why I have felt something evil coming?
Bol: More than likely.
Willow: So how come I can't sense anything.
Bol: That I don't know. The Powers chose you to receive a great power. You should have been able to sense it straight away.
Kennedy: So something could be wrong with Willows power.
Bol: It's a possibility.
Cordy: In that case let's get back to the hotel so we can figure out our next move and what to do about this place.
Willow: I agree. We also need to phone Giles and inform him of what we have learned today.
They slowly started the descent down the hill and headed back to the hotel. Still trying to come to terms with what they have learnt.