Chapter 5: That Promise.
Luka: Marvelous, minna, forget about it. Cain is just joking. He doesn't mean it. Luka giggles awkwardly and slightly slap Cain's arm.
Gai: Yeah, he... He must be joking. Let's eat, minna-san.
Doc: It is very delicious.
Everyone was trying to make everything looks normal.
Cain: No, Luka. I really mean it. Let your captain share with us what he has to say about this?
Marvelous: What are you up to? Don't beat around the bush.
Cain: What if any of your comrades wishes to get married and settle down on a planet, meaning that she/he will be leaving Gokaiger. Will you allow that?
Marvelous: And by marriage, you mean who? Luka and you, isn't it?
Cain: I don't say so. But what if, yes?
Luka: Mou, why you guys picking my name?
Marvelous: If only that man can take care of her better than I did and make her happy, then it is up to her. If it is for her happiness, who am I to stop that... Marvelous tries to cover his shaky voice, as he doesn't even want to think about it.
Luka: Marvelous... You don't have to... Luka mumbled slowly.
Everyone remains silent. No word to utter.
Suddenly, Cain is laughing loudly leaving everyone in curiousness.
Cain: Luka... You were right. Your captain is a very good man despite of his appearance. Now, I believe that. Forgive me if my joke has made you guys uncomfortable and awkward.
Marvelous looked at Luka wondering if she did compliment him in front of Cain without his knowledge.
Luka: Mou, Cain... You startled me and the rest. Luka slap Cain's arm simultaneously.
Cain: I'm just joking. And you've got very cool comrades!
Both of them laughing.
Luka: Yeah right, take this. Pam... pam... pam.
Marvelous gives that annoying smirk. His jealousy reappeared. He just don't like it when Luka got cozy with Cain. "Eh-um, nice try. Can we eat now? I'm hungry.
Cain: Oh yeah, sorry. I forgot about that. Bon appetite, minna-san.
Doc: Luckily, nothing bad happens.
Ahim and Gai nodded and relief.
Next morning,
Cain personally bring his most honourable guest, Gokaigers around the planet. They are amused by the landscape and facilities on the planet. Kids strolling around with their pets, such as bunny,cat and dog. As for the teenagers and adults who were once an orphan, they volunteered to become the parents and siblings for the kids. So, everyone will never feel alone and left out.
Marvelous: So, this is the reason why you want to find the greatest treasure in the universe?
Luka: Yes, it is. But, one thing will never change.
Marvelous: Your sister, Fia?
Luka just remained silent. She feels like crying, she never feel as lost as she feel right now. Watching her dream comes true without Fia.
Marvelous: Why you never told us about this?
Luka: I don't want to distract you guys from finding the greatest treasure. Moreover, I don't know whether it will come true or not.
Marvelous: You don't believe in me, aren't you?
Luka: Marvelous, I never said that.
Marvelous: You know that you can share anything with me, right?
Luka: Anything... With you?
Marvelous: I.. I mean with all of us. I always here anyway and I don't mind to hear some bedtime story.
Luka: It's a relief then that someone offer himself to be my attentive listener. Both of them look upon each other and chuckled.
Marvelous: Well... Anything happens between you and Cain..?
Luka: Anything? Meaning?
Marvelous: Is he a friend? Or.. Someone special..
Luka: What do you think?
Cain comes and interrupt the conversation. He taps both Luka's and Marvelous's shoulders.
Cain: Sorry to interrupt. So how do guys like this planet?
Marvelous: Tchh..
Cain: How about you, Marvelous?
Marvelous: Ask Luka. It's her dream. She knows better.
Luka: Cain, this is just like what I've imagined. Just how you come out with all of this?
Cain: Don't underestimate the power of dream. He gave that sweet smile. Luka ,come. I have a surprise for you.
Luka: What?
Cain: Just come with me. There's a bunch of peoples that I want you to meet. Marvelous, enjoy yourself.
Cain pulled Luka's arm to the nearest theme park.
Joe: What is he up to?
Marvelous: Don't know. Marvelous tried to hide his rising curiosity.
Joe: Don't you want to know...
Marvelous: Nah... She's a grown up lady. I don't need to babysit her.
Joe: Well you said so. If anything happen between them... I don't know.
Marvelous: Tchh..
Cain: Close your eyes
Luka: Mou... what is it, Cain?
Cain: Just close your eyes. Count to three. Just do it.
Luka: Fine. 1...2...3.
A group of children rushed and hugged Luka so tightly. "Onee-chan!"
Luka: Ea, minna! You guys all grown up.
Children: We all missing you Onee-chan. Where have you been?
Luka: I'm sorry, my dear. I... I...
Children: It's okay Onee-chan. We understand about it.
Marvelous and the rest come and approach Luka. They were amazed on how strong the bonding between Luka and the children. Her sisterly and motherly traits appear radiantly. Marvelous can't help but to stare at her in admiration.
Children: Onee-chan, who are they?
Luka: They are my friends, my best friends, the Gokaiger.
Children: Wow, Gokaiger! The heroes of space... They run towards the Gokaiger crew in excitement. They adore the pirates so much and even dream to become one of them when they grow up.
One boy named Takeru come and approach Marvelous in amazement. "I like your style. You look so cool,.Onee-chan, when I grow up, I want to be like you one day!
Marvelous gave that satisfying smirk. "Don't be like me, be greater, young boy!
The pirate have a good time mingle around with the kids and exchange story on how they save the universe from Zangyack.
Cain: The kids really miss you, do you know that?
Luka: I know. I miss them too. I can't believe that after these years... You managed to provide shelter to this kids. It was supposed to be me. I'm the one who promised them.
Cain: Stop blaming yourself. It was our promise anyway. Forget about that, look how happy they are.
Luka: Do you think Zangyack will come for this planet?
Cain: Perhaps they will. But I won't allow that to happen. See that dome of defend and armor, that should be enough to hold them back.
Cain: They need you, they need us. They have no one to depend on. We are their parents now.
Luka: I know. But, I... Gokaiger...
Cain: I won't force you, Luka. It's up to you. Don't give the answer now... There's a lot of time.
Luka: Cain...
Author's Note
I know that it has been ages since Chapter 4 and truly sorry to keep you guys waiting. Hope you guys enjoy this chapter and the upcoming stories. Anything that you guys would like share and see in the stories, feel free to comment. Happy reading!
