spiritfire: All thought and sayings in their heads are all in italics(Listening to Gundam SEED music)
XVI. Eran Eide
Mahad just charged his staff and aimed his spell at the creature. The damage was not too severe though it did roared in fury. Zidane just stood here intently and Dark was still pointing his Apprentice Rod. Yami on the other hand didn't do anything but just stared. None of them made a move as they atiently wait for the next strike
The creature roamed around, his eyes were in a malicious intent. It wondered how Dark was able to talk to him. In all the years it spent, he had never seen a human with silver eyes. It's very rare indeed yet its eyes represent of something forgotten. It asked himself if he's the 'one'.
"You 'Ethrealians' always have a knack of meddling affairs" the creature said and Dark was shocked
"Ha re u alk bo?(What are you talking about?)" Dark said in rage still pointing the Apprentice Rod. Everyone has no idea what they were talking about and they were all confused. The Millennium Puzzle emerged from Yami's chest and it seems that its reacting to something. Mahad immediately noticed this and so did Zidane for it shone with golden brillance.
"You mean you don't know?" the creature asked in puzzlement. To Yami's surrise, he understood what the creture said. Mahad and Zidane still didn't understand until the blond's eyes turned red
"Trance!" Zidane chanted. Red light began to emanate the whole mountain as his entire body began to change color. His previous blond hair became light red including his eyes. The clothes also changed color as well. From his previous sleeveless clothes to light red trimmed clothes. His tail became longer even his own skin and the edges of his weapon became red as well.
"So this is the the power of Trance that induces the emotion of the user or whenever he's hit with magic and physical attack" Yami mumbled. Dark and Mahad stared at Zidane's new form. It wasn't that surprising though.
"...I don't know what you guys are talking about but can we stop the chitchat" Zidane said crossly
"...Well its useless if I tell 'you' that since you don't know" the creature sighed, his eyes fixed on Dark. The spiky haired boy didn't say a word an Yami wonders what did that creature told him about. Suddenly, it went near the prince and surprisingly, it sniffed the item.
"You're back and yet you have no memory of who you are. Both of you are the same but in different cases" the creature said and Yami's eyes went in shock and his body was paralyzed in fear then it went to Mahad and stared.
"Your blood will shower the hands of these people who lost their memories" it siad and Mahad didn't say anything. It seems that the creature was using telephatic speech on all four of them then finally it went to Zidane.
"You are not of this world yet you continue your life and can do much destruction than I" it said and Zidane tighten his grip on the weapon. None of them were attacking until...
"Eran Eide!" Dark chanted and a black seal appeared under the creature's feet, trapping it in the process. The next part of the spell is black smoke began to cover everything. Next thing they knew, a wail was heard indicating that the creature died. Zidane's Trance began to fade, Dark's eyes went back to its original color, the seal of the spell vanished and Yami's Millennium Puzzle went back inside his body
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The entire Lunar continent began to shine brightly as all the monsters began to vanish. Beatrix, Alexandrian's best general noticed it and so did Vivi, Steiner, and Garnet. At the Lunar castle, Yami's father noticed that the entire continent is being purified because of the brightness. It seems that traveling is possible for everyone.
Back at Mt. Cross, Dark's group were able to get out but none of them said a single word. When they walked down the steep path, they noticed that the monsters didn't appear. It seems that it was the yellow-eyed creature in the mountain back there caused this mess. Still it was a bit uneventful as they all recalled what it said back there and it made them feel distant and uneasy. They finally returned to Alexandria and all four of them went in their rooms since they need rest. Zidane on the other hand went to the castle tower by himself.
Garnet, Vivi, and Steiner sensed that something went wrong. Why are they not happy that the fact that monsters are gone in Lunar plus they didn't talk on their way back. The three of them decided to find out what's wrong especially Garnet who was extremely worried. They went to the castle tower and saw Zidane. He was actually catching the wind breeze in his hair and his face was somewhat reflective and at the same time, his expression was grim.
"Zidane" Garnet called out but he didn't answer back
"Zidane" Vivi called out but still no response. Steiner on the other hand had an idea to get his attention
"Monkey Zidane, what the freakin' hell is wrong with you!" Steiner yelled and Garnet was very displeased and Vivi went quiet
"Shut up, Rusty, its none of your business and don't call me 'monkey' you're too bothersome" Zidane grunted and the queen sighed so she decided to do a little prying
"Zidane, what's wrong?" Garnet asked since she knew him too well than the others
"...Let me ask you something Garnet, is it really okay for me to be with you and live here?" Zidane asked coolly
"Why did you ask that question?" Garnet wondered then it hit her like a brick
"Does it something to do with 'THAT' incident?" she asked and Zidane nodded then she told Steiner and Vivi to leave them alone so the two of them left the castle tower.
"Listen I don't care what you are or who you are. Remember what I said when we were at Pandemonium in the world of Terra: You always there to protect us and taught us the importance of life. No matter how much it takes, nothing will change the fact that you are you and that's that" Garnet said sternly and Zidane sighed
"Thanks for the reminder, Garnet" Zidane said and the two of them engaged in a kiss.
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Yami didn't go to the castle instead he went to the Alexandrian harbor where only a few people gather. He was still thionking about the incident back at the mountain. He was a bit confused when it said that he 'came' back and had no memory or whatsoever. Come to think of it, there was something strange about one thing ever since he set his eyes on the Millennium Puzzle.
Flashback: Yami was only 5 years old and at that time, his mother already died and his father was busy of his duties as king. He decided to explore the entire castle without Mahad since his classes will start later. He was amazed at the architecture, the throne room and the garden. One time he got lost and saw a stairs so he decide to climb the steps. Little did he realize that he went to the forbidden tower where the item was kept. As the young prince began to climb, traps began to activate and suddenly Yami's eyes went red and the traps were nullified. Of course, he didn't notice it but when he saw the golden pyramid, he was smiling with delight and tried to touch it. He did and it had a very protective sensation. All of a sudden he heard footsteps and Yami was forced to leave the tower.
"Ever since that incident, my powers began to develop rapidly...I don't understand what the creature meant by lost memories." Yami said as he saw the reflection in the water. "Then that incident happen..."
Flashback: Yami is now 13 years old and he began to master his magic. Surprisingly, he learned pretty fast for a beginner so the teacher gave him a break. The prince went outside for a while then suddenly he saw some boys were bullying the child. Yami didn't like bullying so he tried to stop them but unfortunately, the boys pounded him. Due to the repeated punches, Yami was suddenly in rage and he began to cast repeated magic he knows and all the boys ended up dead. After that, he didn't remember much except getting himself beat up. A few months later, he was outside the castle again but this time, Mahad was with him.
All of a sudden there was somehing burning in the castle so the two of them went back for they were worried about the king. It is at that time, Bakura betrayed the royal family. When the prince saw that his father was hurt, his rage began to take over and casted repeated spells until Bakura was forced to flee. Mahad was amazed at this but unfortunately, Yami didn't stopped the casting so he had to stop him at all cost. After the incident, Mahad ended up with multiple bruises on his body and a broken arm. Later, he found out that Yami had the Spell Rage ability which allows the spellcaster to cast multiple spells. The downside is rage is the source of it. When he told the prince about it, he felt devasated
"I wonder if its something to do with my red eyes" Yami said, wondering to himself in confusion
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Mahad was walking through the city when his thoughts began to ponder. How did the creature foreseen his death anyway. And what did that creature told Yugi and Yami anyway. But one thing for sure, Yami is in confused and fear state and that would mean one thing, the Spell Rage he had and probably this time, he won't be able to stop it. He decided to find Yugi as soon as possible since he's going to die anyway.
"I can't let that happen" Mahad swore and he was set to find him
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Dark on the other hand was sitting down the lake of Aleaxandrian castle. He can't help thinking about what the creature said about the 'Ethrealians'. He already heard it from his class before he went to Lunar. From what he can remember, the Ethrealians are already extinct and they are also known for their unknown magic. They also lived in the farmost region of the Solarian continent, withdrawn them from any contact of the outside world. But ever since the first magical war started, the Ethrealian continent was destroyed and there were no survivors left.
"...I don't know what to say about this..." Dark thought but was interrupted by someone who wore purple robes. Apparently it was Mahad and he looks very serious.
"What's wrong?" the spiky haired boy asked and Mahad just sat beside him
"I'm worried about Yami. He's in a confused and fear state and worse of all, he might use Spell Rage anytime" Mahad said with worry
"Spell Rage? What's that?" Dark asked curiously
"It's the ability that allows the spellcaster to cast multiple spells that he learned and magical damage of the spell increases but the downside of this spell is the source which is rage" Mahad explained
"Rage...I can't believe he has it but why are you telling me this" Dark said, feeling displeased at this
"One: The first time I saw Yami in that mode, I ended up with multiple bruises all over my body and a broken arm" Mahad said, shuddering. "And Two: The only way for this ability to be stopped is if Yami controls it which I highly doubt and the other way is ... someone who he really cares about will try to ...I don't wanna say it"
"What?" Dark asked now that he's even more curious than ever
"...The one whom he really cares about" Mahad replied, breathing slightly
"...I see" Dark said simply
"By the way, what did that creature talk to you about?" Mahad asked and Dark began to scowl
"I rather not talk about it" Dark said coldly
"Okay, I won't pry and whatever it is, don't get it over your head" Mahad replied and left Dark alone with his own thoughts
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Yami decides to return to the castle since its pointless to stay in the harbor. On his way back, he saw Dark was staring at the lake of the castle pondering to his own thoughts. The prince decided to put a little prank on him by sneaking him behind. He went at the back and tapped his finger at his shoulder and all of a sudden, Dark got startled and nearly fell in the water if it weren't for Yami grabbing him.
"What did you do that for?" Dark yelled frantically and Yami was amused by this
"Sorry, I didn't mean to but you were always the serious type. Try to lighten up a little" Yami said, grinning then he sat beside him
"Yeah, right" Dark mumbled
"So what did you and the creature talked about? It seems that you have hidden secrets" Yami said in a stern tone
"...I rather not talk about it" Dark growled, his eyes looked at the refelection of the water
"...I see well in that case...I won't pry unless you're ready to tell me" Yami said, his eyes gazed at the water. "You know, you and I really looked alike just like light and darkness" and the reflection of water sees their faces
"Light and darkness...those two elements are always in conflict yet they rely on each other. Without light, there is no darkness,without darkness, there is no light" Dark said as he gazed the reflection of the water as well
"Yeah,...although one thing that puzzles me though" Yami said, his eyes overshadowed with his hair and Dark stared at him
"Have you really know who you really are?" the prince asked and Dark was surprised at this
"Why would you ask yourself such an impossible question?" Dark asked and Yami then gazed his eyes on the blue sky
"Come to think of it, ever since I set my eyes on the Millennium Puzzle, I felt that I have something that I have but I haven't got it" Yami replied and Dark's mind was filled with question marks.
"...I hate to say this but me too" Dark said and Yami stared in surprised
"...Looks like our thinking is the same and by the way don't tell Mahad about that because he didn't know I snuck to the forbidden tower of the castle" Yami said
"Your such a sneaky bastard. No wonder Mahad had such a hard time"Dark said, trying to suppress his laughter and Yami just grinned
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spiritfire: Sorry for the lateness, I wasn't in the mood to write and exams are pressuring me blah blah blah and if anyone's curious about Yugi's unknown language...that would be in the further chappies...so R & R