The day after Naoto went on her date with Kouha, she went to the reference room. It was already the start of the fifth month & Kouha as usual, went to negotiate with Mogamett that day in the morning. Naoto decided to stay in the reference room all night.
Naoto's POV
It was already night time & I was going to the reference room at this hour... I quite liked it though. I remember that when I was young, I read in the library back in Sindria until the sun came up. Sinbad would get mad because he said it wasn't good for my health. But I would still do it secretly. Masrur knew but he promised he wouldn't tell him as long as I didn't do it every night, which I agreed to. The reference room was just how I expected it to be. I had to turn on a few candle that were there & when I did, I was fascinated me by how many books & documents were in it. There were stairs in the corner that led all the way to the top of the reference room in a circular way close to the walls. I was also astonished by the shelf's on the walls that were also filled with books, documents & scrolls. The only items on the roof top were the same magic tools that are used in the city. The more I looked around for information on them, the more time I wasted in doing so. I went back downstairs & grabbed the books that caught my eye the most. Reading through them was quite interesting. I got excited to find out a bit more about the mass amounts of magic tools in a book I saw which I was glad to find. There was a "source" for the tools' power written down in the book, though it didn't mention what it was. Then something caught my attention. An old golden book with no name was at the top shelf in front of me.
Me- The ladder is right there but... I don't think I'll need it, I'll just fly to it. *Uses gravity magic* I wonder what it's about. *smiles with joy*
When I grabbed the book I sat back down. It seemed to be documents on magician villages & clans. The description for each document seemed as if the writer was there themselves. Even if they weren't, all they had to do was use Clairvoyance magic to see what happened & then write it down. Each time a new document of a village or clan came up, there would always be a golden circle at the bottom of the page with blood stains. I'm guessing that it's used to see what happened with our own eyes from the magoi remaining in the blood of the one who saw everything themselves at that exact moment. But I've never seen a process of what I'm about to do happen with books... Mogamett must have found a way.
Me- There must be blood somewhere. *stands & starts looking*
Looking for any blood related to the book was hard until I saw a crate under an old table on the other side of the room. Small bottles that contained blood were in it so I took the whole crate back to where I was. I took the bottles out one by one according to the numbers & names of the documents that are in the book. Of course, I only read part way of the book since I wanted to witness with my own eyes to what happened to those villages & clans. So I only had to see the rest with the blood. A drop of blood is all it took for me to see everything. Some of the villages & clans were attacked. Others were saved or found a safe place to live in secret. I just had one more page to go. Before I could turn to it I got a paper cut. Honestly, this happens often when I'm reading.
Me- Ow!
I used healing magic after turning the page but a drop of my blood fell into the small circle at the bottom... & a scene before me appeared.
Scene plays as young Naoto's POV is narrating
I was outside playing with my friends until my Mother called me in for lunch. The weather seemed like it was about to rain too. My Dad waited for me & my Mom to sit down so that way we can all eat together. After we were done eating, it started pouring a lot. It took about an hour for it to stop but when it did, my Dad stepped out for a bit & told me not to go out no matter what. The look on his face was just as serious as my Moms. I wondered why. I grabbed my magic book & began reading it. It was a magic book that the village leader had wrote over his years of the advanced magic he & his ancestors knew of, & had given it to me a week ago in order to learn more new ways of how to use magic at an advanced stage than what I did now. I didn't know a couple of them so I began trying them out one by one. I got the hang of it after one try for each magic spell, that I finished the book completely. My Mom was washing the dishes & everything in the house looked clean like always since my Mom dislikes the house being messy. Since there was nothing more to do, I sat on the couch in front of our window & looked outside. I saw as our neighbors walked by. They all looked happy as always. Then something shocking happened. A person wearing red armor, holding a sword & who seemed to be a soldier... ran to one of my neighbors & stabbed her & her child. More of them with the same armor charged into the village.
Me- *gasps while eyes widen*
Mom- Naoto? *walks towards Naoto* What's wro- *eyes widen*
The door flew open & thinking that it would be one of the soldiers, it was actually my Dad.
Dad- We have to go. Now!
Mom- Has it really begun?
Dad- ... *makes serious face* It has. Come on, we have to go before they- Ah!
Sounds of explosions were heard. When we all looked outside the window, fireballs came from the forest. How can someone from the outside know where this village is located in the first place?
Me- Mommy, Daddy, *turns to them with worried eyes* what's going on?
Mom- There's nothing to worry about Naoto. *Falsely smiles* Come now, we must hurry & grab a few things before we leave.
Dad- Make it quick before they target the house. I'll grab our staffs.
Mom- *nods*
My Mom took hold of my hand & led me to the kitchen. She grabbed a bag & filled it with the necessary food that we would need. I still did not know what was going on. But if my parents have such looks on their faces, then surely... something drastic is happening.
Me- Mom, why are those soldiers attacking us?
Mom- They're here looking for something.
Me- Something?
Mom- ... Yes
Me- 'She looks like she knows but doesn't want to talk about it'... I see.
My Dad came downstairs with both his & my Moms staff.
Dad- Let's go.
We all quickly exited our house, but as we did, there were no soldiers to be in sight. I looked around & saw the village on fire.
Me- Dad, we have to save the rest.
Dad- ...
Me- Father!
Dad- I know!
Mom- We have to hide her first.
Dad- You're right, besides. If we ignore our friends then we'll only regret it. & the village Leader may need our help as well.
Mom- Naoto.
Me- Yes?
Mom- Stay here until we come back.
Me- Alright.
Mom- Okay then... *raises staff* Sharrar Magd!
With those words, my Mom made me invisible so I wouldn't be spotted by a soldier just in case. What confused me was that they didn't turn invisible themselves. They left me there standing with our supplies on the ground. I started getting worried after a couple of minutes.
Me- I can't stand here not doing anything. *starts running towards villages center* I have to help those in need & my parents.
The houses & small shops that I ran by were caught on fire. Screams could be heard from the center. Because I wasn't looking down, I tripped on a bucket & fell. My right hand landed on a red rose with thorns. The cut was a bit deep since I came down with a bit force, so blood started dripping on the floor.
Me- Nng! ... Mom, Dad, please be well.
Once I started getting closer to the villages center... streams of blood led me to it. Agonizing screams could be heard from inside a few house that were on fire or by those who ran by me that were caught on fire. Even if I used water magic on them, it would be too late. Because of the smoke, I kept running straight with out looking anywhere else, until I heard my Dads voice.
Dad- I told you already, the person you speak of is not here!
Soldier1- Quit lying! We have information from someone trust worthy. Now tell us, where is she!
Soldier2- You should hurry before someone else finds her.
Soldier3- Or before we kill you.
Mom- We're telling the truth!
Soldier2- I don't think so.
Two soldiers were holding my parents while the third one was speaking to them in a loud tone.
Me- *gasps* Mom! Dad!
Soldier1- Did you hear something?
Soldier3- I did.
Both my parents turned their heads towards my direction. The ruhk around me showed them at which spot I was standing in. Wanting to run to them was useless. They sent their ruhk into my head so I could read their thoughts.
Dad- Get away! Hurry before they know you're here!
Mom- Do as your Father says Naoto! Hide!
Dad- Hide in a hole near you!
Me- B-but Da-
Dad- NOW!
Me- ... Fine!
I ran to a hole & hid.
Dad- Now cover yourself with the hay next to you.
Me- Yes... *covers herself with hay* Mom, Dad, I promise... I promise I'll come find you!
Mom- ... We'll be waiting *falsely smiles**cries* Until then... my sweet kind little girl
The last image that I saw of my parents was them being taken away by these men... Why?... Why are they doing this? What did we do?
Me- They were taken away... I'm... never going to see them again... am I?
The crackle of flames that burned the village was the only thing that I heard. It all started to go away once I heard the rain falling. When I peeked through the hay, I didn't see anyone nor did I hear any voices. The rain soon stopped & again, I waited but fell asleep. An hour passed & I finally decided to come out of hiding when I woke up. It smelled horrible, like burnt meat... then I knew why.
Me- This can't... this can't be... everyone's *sees dead bodies* ... dead.
Not resisting any longer because of the dead bodies, I vomited twice. I gasped for air & stood up.
Me- *gulps* I have to be brave, Mom & Dad wouldn't like it if I cried in this situation.
I walked to where the fountain was in order to drink water so I wouldn't taste the vomit in my mouth, but as I looked up... the head of the village Leader was on a stick that was tied to the top of the fountain. His eyes were gouged out... his tongue was severed... & blood oozed down his face from both his eyes & the writing on his forehead that said, "Kou Empire- K.R". That image... the image of the chopped bodies & bodies left complete but dead... & the head of our leader... they would all scar me for life... those images mortified me... I will never... forget them... especially those words.
Me- M-... M-Mom ...*starts sobbing* Fa-... Fatheerrr! *falls on the ground* Aaahhhhhh!
Now back as the present Naotos POV
Me- Wh-... What is the meaning of this?! *stands up* How can she be me when I'm... when I'm... "Naoto", that was her name. She looks just like me when I was young... about six years old... her eyes, hair... skin... everything... How?
I kept thinking & thinking but it only made me more confused than what I was. The only solution I could think of was going to Mogamett & asking him about this. That was the only solution that I could approach without problem... But another solution was to ask Sinbad. The options are very slim. There might be a chance that neither of them will answer me. I at least have to try. I'll go to Mogamett first, then to Sinbad. I grabbed the book, & headed towards his office. When I left the reference room, it was already daylight. Everyone was up & I asked the guard what time it was. He said it was already lunchtime... I have problems. Oh well. I moved quickly & entered the building & as I did, I saw Aladdin walking in the hallway carrying a few scrolls. I guess he was studying more.
Aladdin- Hey Nao. Where are you going?
Me- Sorry Aladdin, now's not the time. I have to go see Mogamett.
Aladdin- What for?
Me- 'I can't tell him. I can't tell him because I have to deal with this. By myself.' It's... *falsely smiles* It's nothing to worry about, okay?
Aladdin- ... *smiles back* Okay!
Once Aladdin left, I started walking faster & finally made it to Mogametts office which seemed to be forever.
KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK
Mogamett- Come in!
I came in & when I did, Kouha was there with Jinjin, Junjun & Reirei. He sat in front of Mogametts desk.
Kouha- Hey there sweety!
Me- Hello Kouha. *walks up to Mogamett* Lord Mogamett, I have an urgent matter I must discuss with you.
Kouha- Not even a kiss?
Mogamett- What is it?
Me- You see, I prefer to talk about this privately.
Kouha- *pouts* Hmph, I'm being ignored.
Me- I'm sorry Kouha, but this is something I have to talk about with Mogamett, *glares at Kouha* alone.
Kouha- You're scary when you get like this, so I'll go. But *hugs Naoto* make sure you tell me later kay?
Me- ... I'll see.
Kouha left & it was only Mogamett & me. Mogamett invited me in for a cup of tea & we discussed what I came here for.
Mogamett- Now tell me dear, what did you want?
Me- *takes out book* It's about this book.
Mogamett- Ah yes, this book. Reading it must have picked your interest no?
Me- ... Yes, very. There's a particular village in here in which I'm most interested in you see.
I showed Mogamett everything. With my blood, I showed him the images that have been played for me. He saw, but he didn't make any expressions. None at all which indicated what he thought.
Me- Tell me Lord Mogamett, what does this mean? When I saw these scenes from my blood, it made me confused, it made me wonder if what I saw was true. Knowing that the magoi & the magoi from our blood can be used to show what truly happened, surely this... I just don't know anymore. That girl looks exactly like me when I was little.
Mogamett- ...
Me- ... Other than that, the Kou Empires soldiers were the ones who attacked it... Why?
Mogamett just sat there, listening to me & looking at how these images played over & over. I was starting to get impatient, but I tried my best to be still & calm.
Mogamett- Would you really like to know?
Me- ... Please, I have to.
Mogamett- About the Kou soldiers, I don't know why they were there, but it seems that they were looking for someone... a girl.
Me-... I see...
Mogamett- *stands up & heads towards the window* Besides that. Every blood scattered in that village was collected. There were no survivors to be found unfortunately. *lowers his head in sorrow*
It started to rain even though it was sunny. There were no clouds so it did indicate that it would rain eventually... I didn't think it would happen so soon.
Me- ... That's all?
Mogamett- *nods*
Me- That still doesn't answer my question as to why I'm there if I was born in Sindria!
Mogamett- It's obvious my dear. You... *turns to Naoto* are that girl.
Me- ... What do you mean by that?
Mogamett- Naoto, ask the man... you call "Father".
Me- Ask my Father? ... I think I'll take my leave now. *gets up, takes book & walks towards the door*
Mogamett- Naoto.
Me- *turns back around* What is it?
Mogamett- If there's anything you need, you can come see me.
Me- ... Thank you Lord Mogamett. Goodbye. *walks off* What? It's raining already, but it was
I still don't know what's going on. But if Sinbad knows something, then it's for a reason right? He's always been the type to keep things a secret if necessary. That's not the only reason why I can't tell him. I can't tell him because I don't want to bother him with the past, even if he's not my real father... He's been a father towards me for the past 10 years & he took me in. So that's why, I can't tell him I found out because I'm grateful for what he did which is enough for me to know that he was at least thinking of me so I can never bring myself to do it. Of course I'll believe that that girl is me... My Mother... or my fake Mother that Sinbad never talked about, it's obvious she never existed. It's also obvious that someone tampered with my memories. I also need to know why the Kou Empire was there as well & who they were looking for. Sure they were looking for a girl... but it can't be me. It can't be a coincidence or anything. It has to be someone else. Or maybe I'm just thinking it because I know they were looking for me... why else would my parents want to hide me or leave before me telling them to save the others. While thinking this, I didn't realize that I made it back to my room & made my way in... but I saw Kouha on my bed.
Kouha- Hey.
Me- It's not very polite when people welcome themselves into other someone else's room without permission you know.
Kouha- You're okay with me entering it without your permission so why're you getting serious now?
Me- I'm sorry, I just... I'm just not in the mood right now. *walks towards the window*
Kouha- Did Mogamett get you pissed too?
Me- ... No...
Kouha- Then what?
Me- Sorry... I can't tell you now.
Kouha- *walks towards Naoto, places arms around her waist & kisses her* Please?
Me- Kouha, no. I'm not ready to tell you. I'm not even sure of how to tell you. So please wait alright?
Kouha- *sighs* Fine. I'll wait.
Me- Thank you. I think I'll sleep early today. *walks towards bed* It's pouring outside so I think it'll help me relax to fall asleep.
Kouha- So the sound of rain helps you fall asleep?
Me- Yes *gets in bed*
Kouha- You always surprise me y'know that? *walks over to bed & kisses Naoto* Sleep well without me okay?
Me- *smiles* Thanks.
Kouha left & I was all alone now. Crescent laid beside my bed to give me comfort. I stared off outside the window while thinking about what happened today... I'll have to find the answers myself to know the truth. I laid back & let the sound of the rain help me fall asleep. I awoke & I did not feel like going to any maref classes. Actually, I felt like going to the garden instead & just stay there with Crescent. I also decided to take the eye of the ruhk just in case. I can't believe I slept that long from yesterdays lunchtime until the next day. When I walked outside I saw Kouha.
Me- Oh... good morning.
Kouha- Morning! *hugs Naoto*
Me- Why are you so happy?
Kouha- Because I'm gonna spend the whole day making you happy.
Me- You don't have to, really. It's not like I'm sa-
Kouha- No no. Just let me okay?
Me- *sighs* Fine. But I won't be doing much though. The only thing I'll do is just sit down with Crescent doing nothing.
Kouha- Then I'll keep you company. *winks*
Me- Thanks.
We both walked towards the garden. Kouha told me that he was worried, but I tried telling him that I was fine. Time passed & we both relaxed calmly outside. Kouha was as touchy as ever & I only found everything to be comfortable. Since yesterday, everything feels out of place again.
Kouha- Naoto!
Me- Huh? Did you say something?
Kouha- Sheesh, were you even listening?
Me- Sorry... Kouha... Um... Can I ask you something?
Kouha- Anything. Ask away.
Me- If... you had secrets being kept from you... what would you do?
I looked at Kouha & was surprised by his expression. His face was very serious but his eyes, his eyes looked like he was ready to kill someone.
Me- *reaches out to touch Kouhas cheek* Kouha?
Kouha- *eyes go back to normal* ... Huh... My bad.
Me- Don't ever do that face again, promise me?
Kouha- *smiles kindly* Don't worry, I won't. Promise.
Me- Good. But when you do want to enjoy yourself with that type of expression then... don't hold back okay?
Kouha- Thanks *smiles*
Me- *looks at the sky* It looks like it's about to rain.
It did look like it was going to rain hard like yesterday. I still didn't feel like going back inside even if it did rain. I wanted to be drenched in the rain, other than just the rain, it also looked like there would be thunder too.
Kouha- We should go back. C'mon. *stands up*
Me- I think I'll stay here for a few more minutes. Don't worry about me. Go on or I'll be mad.
Kouha- You're one of a kind. *sighs* Fine, but don't come crying to me if you get sick.
Me- I won't.
Kouha- See ya! *leaves*
Kouha left & I was left alone again. Crescent left as well because I made him. Just like I said, it started raining hard. I took out the eye of the ruhk & contacted Yamraiha.
Yamraiha- Hellooo~
Me- Yamraiha?
Yamraiha- Oh Naoto, hey. Hm? What are you doing standing in the rai-
Me- That's not important Yamraiha. Let me speak to my Father... *makes serious face* Now.
Yamraiha- ... Alright.
*rain pours & thunder struck the ground* I knew exactly what to say to Sinbad. It was up to him whether he would tell me the truth or not.
Sinbad- Naoto, great to hear from you.
Me- ... Same here... Father.
Sinbad- What's the matter? Wait a minute, why are you just standing there out in the rain?
Me- Does it matter? *looks down* I've always liked the rain right?
Sinbad- That's right... So what did you need?
Me- I wanted to ask you something... You'd never lie to me... right? I mean, besides knowing you're a womanizer & that you get drunk behind my back... you'd never lie to me about something important I must know right?
Sinbad- Come on, why would I lie to you?... What are you getting at?
*thunder strucks again*
Me- *falsely smiles & looks into Sinbads eyes* Nothing, I just wanted to know. I know you would never lie to me... I'll see you later Father, bye, I love you.
Sinbad- Wait! Hold o-
I disconnected the call. Thunder strucked again & I fell to the ground.
Me- *sobs*... Why would he lie right in face? I know... I know I can't tell him what exactly I wanted to say to him for all the good he's done to me but... Father why? Living in Sindria with you, the eight generals & the proud citizens... was that all a lie too? But why can't I remember? Why can't I remember my parents all too well? *punches the ground*
?- So then... you're from Sindria huh?
Me- *eyes widen & turns around* ... *looks at Kouha in shock*
*lightning strucks once more*
Kouha- ...
What's the whole point in lying if he heard. It was bound to happen anyway.
Me- ... Yes I am... You listened to everything I said right?
Kouha- *walks over to Naoto* ... I did.
Me- *stands up* I'm so-
Kouha- *slaps Naoto*
Me- *falls to the ground again* Nng!
Kouha- What's the meaning of this?!
Me- ...
Kouha- You won't respond?
Me- ... Do you really want to know... why I didn't tell you... or why is it that things came to this?
Kouha- Naturally, duh.
Me- Well you see, neither do I... Just now I found out that I'm not really Sindrias Princess.
Kouha- *eyes widen* What?
Me- As you heard. I found out that my whole life was nothing but a lie. That is why I asked you such a question Kouha. As for the other matter, I didn't tell you that I was from Sindria because you're their enemy... & I didn't want you to hate me.
Kouha- Eeh~
Me- But knowing I was never born in Sindria, & that I belong elsewhere, who knows what'll happen now. If you want to break our relationship, then go ahead... *makes fist* I won't stop you.
Kouha- ... Idiot *stretches hand to Naoto*
Me- 'Kouha, why would you? I betrayed you by not telling you we were enemies from the start... & now... I can't move.'
Kouha- *sighs, bends over to Naoto & hugs her* Honestly, did I say I was ever gonna stop being your lover? Even if you were from Sindria, I wouldn't give a damn about that. You're you, & it's you that I love, not Sindria.
Me- *sobs & holds Kouha tightly*
After that, Kouha took me to my room. This time I was surprised because Aladdin was there petting Crescent.
Aladdin- Nao! *runs up to Naoto & Kouha* I'm glad you're okay.
Me- Sorry to worry you Aladdin.
Aladdin- Hm? What happened? You're wet.
Me- ... Kouha.
Kouha- Yeah?
Me- I need to speak to Aladdin for a bit in private.
Kouha- I get it. Alright, see you guys later then *smiles*
Me- Thanks.
When Kouha left the room ,we sat at the table next to my window while I served Aladdin some tea. Then I went to go get changed, I wanted to take a bath later because I wanted to speak to Aladdin first.
Aladdin- What did you want to talk about Nao?
Me- Aladdin, did you know that I'm not... Sinbad's daughter? His actual daughter by blood?
Aladdin- *eyes widen*
Me- So I was right again. *looks out the window* Secrets that are kept always come out one way or another. They can never be sealed away no matter how long it takes for them to come out. In the end, it'll always come out no matter what. & it depends solely on the person who confronts that secret in how they receive it.
Aladdin- What do you mean Nao?
Me- What I mean is, when I saw how my village was burnt, destroyed & how my parents were taken away, I asked Sinbad about it, well not directly. He knew all along. I only asked him if he had ever kept anything important from me that I should know. He denied it though, he said he would never keep important things from me.
Aladdin- How did you find out though?
Me- There was a book in the reference room. *takes out book* The last document in the back page is about my village.
Aladdin turned to the back page, I poked my finger with the sharp tip of my wand so blood would come out & have Aladdin see for himself. When he was done, he looked sad but serious.
Aladdin- *makes fist* How did you take it?
Me- I was filled with sorrow of course. He kept a big secret from me. I was never a princess of Sindria which really doesn't matter... Each day was a lie.
Aladdin- ... That's not true Nao!
Me- Wha-?
Aladdin- What about those happy days? Were those lies?
Me- Aladdin.
Aladdin- Nao, I know that it must have hurt bad, but... but the days you spent with Uncle Sinbad & everyone in Sindria, were those days lies?
Me- *trembles* ... Still... they all knew. *looks down*
Aladdin- But they love you Nao. *smiles* Even if they did keep it a secret, they didn't tell you because that's how much they love you. They never wanted you to get hurt, now do you see?
Me- 'He's right, they were all filled with joy. Each day, learning new things from them made me happy. It made me happier when they complimented me on how quickly I learned new things. I'm a fool. Sinbad... He has always been my Father for 10 years in the place of my real one. Aladdin is amazing. With his words, he can always make people realize their mistakes & have them reflect on it.' *smiles* You're right... I'm sorry Aladdin. That was very unbecoming of me. & being like this isn't like me at all, is it? I should really think more about what they've done for me. Really Aladdin,thank you.
Aladdin- It's alright Nao. Besides, you're the type to put others before yourself, hehe, except for today.
Me- Well thanks. But your right... That's always been a habit of mine. Though rather than a habit, I prefer it to be myself.
Aladdin- Yep. & don't start thinking that everything that's happened is your fault got it Nao?
Me- I can't say I agree for some reason.
Aladdin- Why?
Me- Well... for some reason, I can't accept the fact that it's not my fault. There's just something that won't let me be at peace, all of that just couldn't be a coincidence. The question that remains is that... Why were soldiers of the Kou Empire there?
Aladdn- All you have to do is find that reason Nao. It's as simple as that. *smiles widely*
Me- Hm, I suppose you're right. Now then, I think I'll have a moment with Si-... *smiles* I mean, my Father.
Aladdin- I'll leave you to it then. *heads towards the door*
Me- Um... Aladdin?
Aladdin- *stops* Y-yeah? *turns head around*
Me- Is that my bra in your hands?
Aladdin- Y-you must be seeing things Nao, bye! *runs off*
Me- Wait come back here- oh never mind. I'll get him later.
MEANWHILE IN THE KOU EMPIRE
In a bedroom there was a man covered in purplish bumps all over his body. Members of Al-Tharmen surrounded him.
Al-TharmenMember1- The King has died.
Al-TharmenMember2- Now Lady Gyokuen can rule over the Kou Empire just like she planned to.
Al-TharmenMember3- & then she can finally lead everyone to worship & fully submit to our Father.
Al-TharmenMember2- Yes, our Father will be loved by all, & all will see is glory.
AllAl-TharmenMembers- All will love our Father.
Meanwhile in the halls
Isham- Looks like the big guy died didn't he?
Judar- Seems so. It's not like he was important.
Isham- From being here I can see that. *smirks* He was nothing more than a puppet.
Judar- Exactly. So hey, have you been making your sis go crazy? It's been a few months right?
Isham- Now now, it's not like I want to turn her into a lunatic. What good will it do if I take her completely while she's insane?
Judar- Guess you're right. She's uh, what did you call her?
Isham- "The perfect being".
Judar- Yeah that.
Isham- Yes, "the perfect being"... She's a being who is absolutely perfect. No one can match up to her, no one... not him... or Sinbad. *clenches fist*
Judar- Whoa calm down there. I've seen her power before & I know for a fact that she can never be beaten by King Moron. But don't get like that pal, she'll be joining us soon anyway. *pats Ishams back*
Isham- You're right.
Both Judar & Isham started getting along ever since they met. Since they were both the same in characteristics, Judar claimed that Isham was his actual first friend since everyone around him didn't compare exactly like him. That, but both Judar & Isham enjoyed causing wars. Isham wore the Kou Empires clothing which seemed to be a bit similar to that of Hakuryuus except that it was all black with golden outlines.
Judar- Well, I don't think there's any need to tell Gyokuen about the Kings death. She probably knows by now. *starts walking off*
Isham- *follows Judar* True.
Both of them walked outside to the courtyard. Kouen was there surrounded by his sisters, Koumei & Kougyoku.
Koumei- *notices Judar & Isham* Ah Judar, Isham, can you both come here pleas
Isham- Is this about the dead King?
Kouen- Yes. I already sent one of Kouhas attendants to tell him to come back through the eye of the ruhk. As for the Kings funeral, we won't be having it until everyone is together.
Isham- I see. I'll be taking my leave then.
Judar- Where are you going Isham?
Isham- To talk to Gyokuen of course. I still haven't gotten an answer from what she's done.
Kouen- "What she's done"?
Isham- This doesn't concern you.
Judar- Can I tag along?
Isham- I don't see why not. Besides, you & I are the same so it's no problem at all.
Kouen- Does this have to do with your sister?
Isham- ... Like I said, *turns back with a menacing look* it has nothing to do with you. *walks off* This is between old friends of the old world after all.
Kouen- 'Old world? What does he mean?'
Judar- Why'd you say "old world" in front of him like that?
Isham- Simple, he'll only get curious no? You did tell me he only craves for knowledge in order to rule the world firmly with order. & that he's interested in the old world. Or am I wrong?
Judar- No, you're right. I assume you're doing this out of mere pleasure?
Isham- Why yes. Every chance I get at making someone suffer or irritated will be a chance that I will always take.
Judar- You're so evil to the core.
Isham- I can say the same of yourself too.
Judar- Thanks man.
Gyokuen was entering the room that she was preparing to place the deceased King in for the day when every one of the princes arrived at the Kou Empire.
Gyokuen- Everything is going precisely as how I want it to be. *smirks* All that's left is for her to arrive as well. But who knows if she'll become a fallen again. Cursing her fate back in Alma Torran was a mistake for her indeed. Having her curse it again would be a blessing since it'll help our Father arrive here more faster.
Isham- Oh really? Is that what you plan on using her for, Gyokuen?
Gyokuen- *turns around & smiles* Hello boys.
Isham- *sighs* Are you planning on having her do it again?
Gyokuen- Isham, don't make it sound like you didn't enjoy the things she did on the last days of Alma Torran. You know as much as I do that it pleased you so since she was filled with such hatred.
Isham- It doesn't give you the right to use my sister for your own benefits again.
Gyokuen- Ahahaha, boy, what ever you say will never stop me. Besides, don't you want to see your precious sister covered in blood again?
Isham- Tch!
Judar- So Naoto killed a bunch of weaklings then? I guess I can give her a bit of recognition for that. But I can tell you this bud, she doesn't kill in cold blood here unless she hears the word "Kou", things related to it, or if she has to.
Isham- Heh, not anymore.
Judar- What?
Isham- The magic spell used to erase her memories erased the hatred she had for the Kou Empire. Especially the memories of the Kou Empire killing off & capturing every magician at her village.
Judar- What a bummer.
Isham- I know. *sighs* Never mind that now, I came here for another reason.
Gyokuen- Ooh~
Isham- Yes, you still haven't given me an explanation as to why... you killed her.
MEANWHILE IN SINDRIA IIINNNN SINBADS OFFICE
Sinbad- ... She gave me her fake smile. Just like she always does when she's hiding something.
Ja'far- What could it be though?
Masrur- ... Maybe she remembered?
Sinbad- That's impossible! Yamraiha's magic that was casted on her by Aladdin should have worked.
Yamraiha- That may be true, but she's at Magnoshutatt after all. Anything is possible there when it comes to magic. But judging by how the ruhk around her were, she doesn't seem to have remembered on her own. Her memories of it are still quite locked.
Sinbad- I see. Then how do you suggest she found out then?
Yamraiha- It's most likely that she may have used clairvoyance magic. As you can see, Mogamett has many books that show people the truth of how things happened. Knowing that, she may have found a book with what transpired in her village.
Ja'far- How can books possibly show the truth? I thought it could only be shown through peoples magoi.
Yamraiha- Well yeah, *makes happy face* but there are more ways than just someones magoi.
Ja'far- Such as?
Yamraiha- Another way that the truth can be shown is through ones blood. As we all know, our blood contains magoi. So when we take that magoi from the blood we can see what happened through the ruhk. Other than that, anything related to what is said in the pages of those books can show what the ruhk themselves have seen when the right blood touches the right pages... Mogamett made them that way specifically so no other methods can work, which is why the right blood is required for those books.
Masrur- So Naoto found a book that contained information on what happened to her village right?
Yamraiha- Correct.
Sinbad- Then how did she know you need blood to see what happened?
Yamraiha- That... I don't know. Considering that blood is needed, there may have been stains of blood on those pages. But even if she saw it from someone else's ruhk, she can't know the truth unless it's from her own blood.
Masrur- ... Or maybe she saw it by accident.
Sinbad- By accident?
Masrur- Yeah. She might have cut her finger on those pages. It happens to her a few times when she's reading.
Sinbad- Wait, *gets closer to Masrur* how do you know that?
Masrur- ... *turns away* That doesn't matter right now.
Sinbad- Hmph.
Ja'far- Can you two cut it out! So what now? We know that she's hiding something from us so what could it be? It might not even be about her remembering at all.
Sinbad- You're right, but ... It could be possible that some of her blood got into contact with the page about her village, just like Masrur said... & it can't be a mere coincidence either, wouldn't you all agree?
Everyone stood quiet while taking in the words of Sinbad seriously. They were weary on whether or not Naoto truly regained her memories or found out about them in another way, only she, Aladdin, Kouha & Mogamett know.
MEANWIIILLLEEE BACK IN MAGNOSHUTATTTTT!
Junjun was out in the hall because she had received a call through the eye of the ruhk from one of Kouha's attendants back in the Kou Empire. The attendant told her that the King had died & to tell Kouha to return back to the Kou Empire at once since Kouen requested it. She told Kouha while he was in a meeting with Mogamett & naturally like in the anime you know what happens just so I won't explain myself especially since I have no need to say what they said as well... you know yourself & or can go back to watch season 2 of the anime again... so yeah... I know you know what happens... *whispers* I know...
When Kouha left Mogamett & walked down the halls towards Naotos room, the girls & him discussed over the matter in leaving & not leaving Naoto.
Junjun- Will you tell Lady Naoto Lord Kouha?
Kouha- Well duh, why wouldn't I? But besides leaving, I'm planning on taking her with me.
Reirei- & if she refuses?
Kouha- Then I can't make her. If she doesn't want to then fine, I'll just come get her later.
Upon finally arriving to Naotos room, Kouha knocked & she allowed him to come in. Junjun & the other two stayed outside in order to give them privacy.
Naoto- Did you need anything Kouha?
She was sitting down next to the window polishing all her metal vessels while drinking tea... as usual.
Kouha- Yeah.
Naoto- What is it?
Kouha- It'll be hard for me to say this but, *sits on bed* I have to go back to the Kou Empire.
Naoto- ... Oh... I see.
Naoto stopped what she was doing & kept looking down until Kouha spoke again.
Kouha- Do you wanna come with me? *looks at Naoto with small smile*
Naoto- Go with you? As in go with you to the Kou Empire?
Kouha- Yeah. It's not like you need to learn more magic right? I've seen you study & have magic battle exams against the other top magicians & beat them easily. So~
Naoto- True... but... I'm not sure. I'd have to ask my Father.
Kouha- Even after he lied to you your whole life?
Naoto- *stands up* He may have lied to me, but as I have told Aladdin before, I will always be grateful towards him for taking me in & adopting me as his own daughter. I can never betray him no matter what. *looks at Kouha* He's teached me many things & has acted as my real Father which I really appreciate him in doing so. He gave me a family back in Sindria, that's why... *sits back down* I forgave him without telling him thanks to Aladdin.
Kouha- So no then?
Naoto- Hmm, not really. I can ask him & say that I'll go there to investigate on what the Kou Empire is up to. He may say yes since he's the type to be interested in that stuff. Other than him going to the Kou Empire for negotiations over Balbadd before like he's told me, I doubt that he had the time to investigate the Kou Empire back then. Of course, *gives sneaky smile* I won't be going for an "investigation".
Kouha- *grabs Naoto & throws her on the bed* Man you're really smart.
Naoto- Kouha?
Kouha got on top of Naoto & laid on her while his face was between her breasts in a sideways positions like you know... you get the point. He cupped one of her breasts & spoke.
Naoto- Ah!
Kouha- Can I take you now?
Naoto- A-as in, my virginity?
Kouha- Yep.
Naoto- ... Not yet... maybe when we get to the Kou Empire?
Kouha- *looks up at her* Do you mean it?
Naoto- Yes.
Kouha- Promise?
Naoto- Yes... I promise.
Kouha- *smirks*
Kouha got up but his body was still over Naotos. Naoto noticed that he had gotten an erection so she knew what was coming.
Naoto- An erection already? Honestly, you're practically getting an one everyday.
Kouha- It just shows how special you are, understand?
Kouha started kissing Naoto & placed one of his legs between hers just so he could touch her vagina. He then removed the top of the dress he bought her which she now wore everyday since I got lazy deciding what she should wear... lets face it, I don't have time for that nonsense since every character wears a different but same thing for each season... probably even underwear but not really. Who am I to say?... Back to the story... as he removed the dress he bought her along with her undergarments, he stared at Naotos naked body with the same happy expression he had when he loved doing things such as killing people, hitting people & making Naoto come.
Kouha- I can't get enough of this sweet body. Ahahah
Naoto- I-It's embarrassing when ever you stare at me like that *blushes hard*
Kouha- You should be used to it by now.
Naoto- I-I know but, when you stare at me like that... I just...
Kouha- Don't worry, *smiles* you'll get used to it.
& after that, Kouha had some fun time with Naoto. He started rubbing his erected crotch on her vagina. Naoto moaned but it only made Kouha even more turned on. He knew that he isn't supposed to take her now, like she said, until they get to the Kou Empire. He went faster & faster & finally came on her all over. Even if he came once, it wasn't enough. He started sucking on one of her breasts.
Naoto- Mm... K-Kouha.
He looked up at her but knew that she was pleased so he moved his hand towards her vagina & inserted two fingers in it & went for her more sensitive spot.
Naoto- Ah!...
Kouha- You're already this wet?
Naoto- Ho-how can I not be when you, ah... d-do such things to my body.
Kouha- Hm.
Kouha gave a smirk & began to move his fingers faster.
Naoto- Nng! I-it hurts!
Kouha- You wouldn't feel that pain if only you'd let me take you.
Naoto- No! Not until we get to the Kou Empire.
Kouha- Yes yes.
Kouha kissed Naoto & sticked his tongue in her mouth. He felt Naoto do the same & knew he taught her well. While kissing her, he fondled one of her breasts with one of his hands & fingered her sensitive spot with the other. Doing this always made Naoto come a lot. She could never resist not coming when Kouha did these things to her.
Naoto- Kouha, I'm about to...
Kouha- I know. I can feel it pulsing tight around my fingers.
Naoto- Mmm...
Kouha- You're so sexy when you moan.
& with that, Kouha made his final move & Naoto came a lot. After that, Kouha had to put new sheets & covers on the bed because Naoto was tired. When he was done, he carried her to the bed & laid beside her naked body. He then covered her & himself with the blanket. Knowing how late it was, Junjun & the other two had left before things got hot.
Naoto- Are you tired?
Kouha- Not really.
Naoto- Will you sleep with me tonight?
Kouha- Sure. *hugs Naoto*
Naoto- Thank you *closes eyes*
Kouha- *closes eyes* No prob.
They both drifted into slumber very quickly. The next day Naoto woke up covered by her blanket. Kouha woke up in the middle of the night & had to go to his room to get ready to leave. Apparently, Kouha left a note on the other side of Naotos bed.
Kouha- "Morning beautiful. By the time you're reading this I want you to start packing. I'll come by later. See you then... - K.R"
Naoto- I guess I'll start getting ready. But first I have to talk to Father.
Naoto grabbed the eye of the ruhk after she changed in her dress & contacted Sinbad again. A few seconds passed & Sinbad answered.
Sinbad- Good morning Naoto.
Naoto- Good morning Father. I wanted to ask you something.
Sinbad- Go ahead. I'm all ears.
Naoto- Can I go to the Kou Empire?
Ah yes. Since the two love birds were getting it on last night, she didn't have time to contact Sinbad.
Sinbad- ... What?
Naoto- Can I go to the Ko-
Sinbad- No.
Naoto- Why not?
Sinbad- Because I said so.
Naoto- There has to be a reason Father. You can't tell me "no" just because you say so... Or is there a reason? *raises an eyebrow*
Sinbad- ... You'll make me worry.
Naoto- Father, I'm responsible & old enough to take care of myself.
Sinbad- I still refuse.
Naoto- Then I'll go whether you like it or not.
Sinbad- I said no.
Naoto- Father, if I go then I'll be able to see what's going on in the Kou Empire. You see, I've become friends with Kouha & he's leaving today. He invited me to go along with him so naturally, I can't miss a chance like this now can I? *grins* '& I can't tell you that Kouha is my lover... or that I'm going to the Kou Empire to do some more research on my village... I may not like the truth when the time comes... But I have no choice... this is the only secret that I'll keep from Sinbad & Kouha'
Sinbad- Don't you have to keep studying magic?
Naoto- Not really. Each maref that I've had has already been taught to me by Yamraiha, & I know more magic then what the High-Class Magicians know of. So there's no point in being here.
Sinbad- I'm not sure...
Naoto- I know that you have been there already due to Balbbads circumstances, but have you checked the place thoroughly?
Sinbad- ...
Naoto- I thought so. It would be impossible of course so that is why I'm going. How about it Father? May I? *Tilts head & makes cute pleading eyes* 'This trick always gets him'
Sinbad- 'Dammit, she's making that face again... But still, it could be too risky for her. Especially since Judar is there... I mean, it is Naoto who's going. Other than that, she just doesn't trust people completely, she takes her time. Especially since I taught her everything I know on how to use people in the way I do. I can say that she's quite good at it too, considering that she's created her own tactical skills on how to trick people as well. It wouldn't be too bad to have her go.' *sighs* Fine, you can go.
Naoto- Thank you Father!
Sinbad- On one condition.
Naoto- Yes?
Sinbad- You have to promise me to at least contact me everyday, promise?
Naoto- *smiles* I promise Father. Well, I think I should go ahead & pack now. Ah yes, I'll have to tell Mogamett as well.
Sinbad- I'm just glad you told me.
Naoto- Why wouldn't I?
Sinbad- 'I can't do anything that'll make her think that I doubt her. Or anything that'll let her think I'm acting weird for that matter' Sorry. It just makes me think of how much you're like me in the way you use people.
Naoto- Naturally, I learned from the best Father in the world *smiles sincerely* 'But in all honesty Father... I hate using people, even if I don't do it often'
Sinbad- Hold on a second... Are you naked?
Naoto- Huh? *looks down & turns red* D-d-d-d-d-dont look!
Naoto quickly covered her chest & disconnected the call. She felt very embarrassed that her whole body turned red.
Naoto- M-my Father saw me naked! How am I suppose to face him when I see him again?!
NOW IN SINDRIA AGAIN BUT THIS TIME IN THE GARDEN
Sinbad- Sh-... she was naked.
Ja'far- I guess she got that from you while growing up.
Sinbad- No... she never sleeps naked. Naoto always goes to bed in her night gown.
Ja'far- Well then may- ... Wait! Don't tell me you've been to her room at night while she's sleeping haven't you?!
Sinbad- You don't need to know.
Ja'far- Sin, I keep telling you that you can't be with her. She's younger than you, VERY young. & everyone knows that she's your adoptive daughter. They'll really see you differently if they found out that you love her.
Sinbad- ... I can't help it.
Ja'far- *sighs* All of us eight generals know why... It's because she's different from all the women that you've come across. We know that each time you look at her, you do it with the eyes of a man in love, not the eyes of a Father.
Sinbad- Is it that easy to notice?
Ja'far- Yes it is.
Sinbad- I see.
BACK TO NAOTO
KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK
Naoto finished panicking & got changed into her blue dress. When she opened the door, it was actually Aladdin who was there with a face that was serious but somewhat sad.
Aladdin- Is it true that you're leaving Nao?
Naoto- ... *smiles kindly* Yes.
Aladdin- Why?
Naoto- Because I want to be with Kouha... & because I have my own research to do in the Kou Empire.
Aladdin- Oh..
Naoto- Don't worry about me okay?
Aladdin- What about Magnoshutatt? & your studies?
Naoto- To be honest, there are many secrets that Magnoshutatt holds & that Mogamet keeps hidden. It's all in the reference room that he doesn't let just anyone go into. Though I haven't had the time to check everything in there. As for my magic... I know a lot. There may be more to learn, but I can always figure it out myself.
Aladdin- But you'll be back right?
Naoto- That, I don't know. I don't know for how long I'll stay at the Kou Empire.
Aladdin- ...
Naoto- Don't worry Aladdin. I promise to talk to you everyday, the same as how I promised my Father I would to him. Is that alright?
Aladdin- Mhuh. But please be very careful Nao.
Naoto- I will... Say Aladdin.
Aladdin- What is it Nao?
Naoto- Since you're here, you don't mind helping me pack right?
Aladdin- Sure
Aladdin started helping Naoto pack. She didn't have many things since she only kept what she really thought to be important, but really, she had four luggage's full of her belongings. Once they finished they waited for Kouha. Crescent had to wait outside in the garden since he would attract attention due to his size. He grew quite a bit in the past months that Naoto had to get him his own room which was next to hers. He ate more & Naoto trained him to defend himself with his claws. Other than that, when ever Crescent would reply to what Naoto had to say, she would understand him even if he didn't communicate with words. She understood him just fine & they both knew what the other said. Crescent didn't think of himself as a human nor as an animal... he knew that he was Crescent, Naotos friend & partner, of course he also thought of her as his good master that he would always be loyal to. &~ moving on. As Aladdin & Naoto waited for Kouha, they talked a bit more while laying on Naotos bed.
Naoto- What do you think Alibaba & the others are doing?
Aladdin- I'm sure they're all doing what they need to.
Naoto- Hm, I guess you're right. Besides, it feels like an eternity ever since we all left for our destinations.
Aladdin- You're right.
Naoto- I wonder what'll happen in the future.
Aladdin- ... *makes a serious face*
Naoto- Aladdin? Is something wrong?
Aladdin- Oh um... it's nothing.
Naoto- If you have anything on your mind, it's alright to tell me. I'll help anyway I can. *turns head towards Aladdin & smiles*
Aladdin- *smiles back* Thanks.
Naoto- So tell me, what's wrong?
Aladdin- ... Well you see, I've been having these dreams.
Naoto- Dreams?
Aladdin- *nods* It's always the same each night. It takes place in another world but it always ends in that world being destroyed by darkness.
Naoto- Another world?... destroyed... by darkness?
Aladdin- Heh. It's hard to believe isn't it?
Naoto- Not really. It's as if you were there yourself. So there's nothing to not believe in. Other than that, if you dream of it every night then it must mean something.
Aladdin- I'm sure it does too.
KNOCK KNOCK
Naoto- That must be Kouha.
They both got up from the bed.
Naoto- If those dreams keep appearing then tell me. & I'll keep it a secret too, is that okay?
Aladdin- Yeah. Thanks Nao! *smiles adorably*
Naoto- No problem.
As Naoto opened the door, she saw Kouha standing there with a grin on his face.
Kouha- Are you ready to go?
Naoto- Yes.
Kouha- Well, *extends hand* lets get going.
Naoto- Hm,*smiles* yes, lets. Oh! I almost forgot. I have to tell Mogamett.
Kouha- You forgot?
Naoto- Sorry. Will both of you accompany me?
BothKouha&Aladdin- Sure.
They all agreed to go see him. When she got there, she told Kouha & Aladdin to wait outside while she talked to Mogamett in his office.
KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK
Mogamett- Come in.
Naoto- *Enters* Hello Lord Mogamett.
Mogamett- Naoto, what brings you here so early? *looks at her more closely* & why aren't you wearing your uniform cloak?
Naoto- I came here to say goodbye.
Mogamett- What?
Naoto- I will be leaving Magnoshutatt today & now. So please let me exit through the borg.
Mogamett- Wh-why?
Naoto- *sends ruhk to Mogametts head* 'In order to find out why the Kou Empire targeted my village... & because I am in love with Kouha... Lord Mogamett, that hatred you have towards humans that you so refer to as "Gois"... that hatred will cause you great sadness to come... I don't know what they did to you for you to hate them with such passion... but... if you see them as living beings who are equal to you... in the way of they're knowledege, then you might just see the truth... even if they caused you great pain... Besides, there is no "perfect being now is there?'
Mogamett- ... Very well. I'll let you pass...
Aladdin was able to go out to the front gates of Magnoshutatt because Mogamett allowed it. Both of them walked off into the garden to get Crescent while Naoto went to get her luggage's from her room. All it took was gravity magic & it's easy as that. As they got him & waited for Naoto at the front gates, four big carts waited for them. The flag on each of them showed that they came all the way from the Kou Empire. Kouha told Naoto that one was for Crescent which was the biggest one, the other one was for the luggage & food supplies, the other was for Junjun, Reirei & Jinjin. & the final one was for both of them. He said he wanted to be alone with her during the whole ride home. When she finished putting her things in the luggage cart, she walked towards Aladdin to say her goodbyes.
Naoto- I guess this is goodbye, until we meet again.
Aladdin- Until we meet again, Nao.
Naoto- Do your best in your studies. Put everything you have into becoming powerful & making our friends proud. I know I shouldn't tell you that, & I know you know it but promise me that you'll do your best okay?
Aladdin- Promise.
Naoto- One more thing.
Aladdin- Hm?
Naoto- Take this.
Naoto placed her golden wand that Yamraiha had given her in Aladdins hands.
Aladdins- Huh?! Isn't this important to you?
Naoto- It is, that's why I want you to hold on to it for me until I come back.
Aladdin- Are you sure?
Naoto- Yes. You're the only one who I can 100% count on to hold on to it for me.
Kouha- What about me?
Naoto- Of course you too but this is something different from what we have. Aladdin is the most precious friend I have. Because he is my first friend, & because he himself has proved to me that he is truly kind. His actions, his words, & his whole existence has shown me that he is one of a kind.
Aladdin- *makes a cute & happy face* Nao! *hugs Naoto*
Naoto- Come now Aladdin, you'll embarrass me.
Kouha- Eeh~, no fair *hugs Naoto* I'm starting to get jealous.
Naoto was being showered by hugs but she felt both of them grope her at the same time which got her pissed due to them doing such a thing while the Kou soldiers & everyone else around them stared in surprise & shock. Though, both guys regretted it afterwards.
Naoto- Ahaha!... St-stop!... Ha!... *makes serious face* I SAID STOP!
Naotos aura got even more intense. She beat the crap out of Kouha & Aladdin & got in the first carriage.
Naoto- How dare you!... Hmph! & to think that I would be leaving Magnoshutatt in such a good mood.
Kouha- C'mon babe, I'm sorry *gets in cart*
Aladdin- ... *coughs while still laying on the ground... twitching* G-gomen.
& with that, Naoto left in a bad mood, Kouha was trying to cheer her up, & Aladdin ended up spending the whole day at the infirmary. I wonder... what awaits Naoto, or what she'll do... when she knows every... single... truth.
...dotdotdot... I'm sorry it took long... oh well... chapter six is coming up soon... hopefully but yes... & one more thing. I think I'll ad the OST soundtracks to it as well.. I don't know, maybe it'll go well with the story if you play it sooo yeh. But I'll leave the name of it too just so you guys can find it better & thank you for reading & it will get interesting later on soooooo yeh... byyeee mina~!