Here's the new two-part story. I hope you enjoy this better than the last one.
Love and War, Part 1
Every state in the kingdom of Auradon was in grief after Carlos reported the passing of Sofia the First. As promised, he, along with his friends, traveled to Enchancia to report the sad news. Sofia's family and friends were in deep sorrow after hearing it. A funeral was held in Enchancia. Instead of a gravestone, a statue was built in honor of the fallen princess. The villain kids, the Auradon kids, their parents, the royal family of Enchancia, and the villagers were there. Everyone made speeches. Every one talked about the kind of person Sofia is. Generous, kind-hearted, Compassionate, wise, and how she would've made a great queen one day. But perhaps the most heartwarming speech was from Sofia's mother, Queen Miranda.
"Sofia wasn't a princess. She wasn't just a girl from the village. She was a person. A person with a big heart. A person who just wanted to show the world that she belongs in the world of royalty. But I know that, deep down inside, she never wanted the life of royalty. All she wanted was to live an ordinary life. Even after everything she has done living in the castle of Enchancia, she still believed she was just that girl from the village. She never saw that she was special. All that mattered for Sofia was a normal life. And I have to honest, that is a good thing. Sofia has never been one to dig for gold or jump at the chance for popularity. Sofia has always said, 'Everyone needs help.' She lives up to that saying everyday, helping those in need. And that is what makes her special. Now, I agree with all of you that Sofia would've made a fine ruler someday, but I remember her saying that all she plans when she becomes queen is to make sure everyone in Enchancia is treated as an equal. Her compassion spreading throughout the kingdom would've been a joy to witness." Miranda's tone returned to sorrow as she continued. "But I guess not all great people live long enough to see their dreams become reality. But that doesn't Sofia's dreams should die with her. On her name, the royal family will ensure that Enchancia remains the paradise she has lived in her entire life." Miranda puts on a smile as she finishes. "But let us not forget. As I have said before. My girl was neither a princess nor a village girl. She was Sofia... The First."
After the funeral, the teenagers and royal family of Auradon decided to stay in Enchancia to comfort the mourning family. Carlos, however, never left Sofia's grave. He was haunted by guilt. Only one person has witnessed his pain. She decided to give him some company.
"Hey, snowflake," greeted Evie.
"That's Mal's thing," said Carlos.
"Well, someone's gotta do it," said Evie.
"If you're trying to make me feel better, you're not doing a good job at it," said Carlos as he turned his attention back to the statue. Evie knew what he was feeling.
"It's not your fault," she said.
"Of all the mistakes I've made, this is my worst," said Carlos. "I never should've gone after Sofia alone. If I had freed you guys, she wouldn't have to die."
"Someone was going to die anyway. The Enchantress' vision," said Evie.
"And who says you can't change it?" asked Carlos.
"What just happened," answered Evie. She puts her hand on Carlos' shoulder and said, "It doesn't matter if it's your fault or not. If we have to blame anyone, it's Mal." Carlos saw the look on Evie's face. She couldn't believe what she just said.
"The last time someone sacrificed herself to save me, she almost died," reminded Carlos. Evie knew he was talking about her. Carlos continued. "I was so scared that I would lose her, but it was a miracle that she's still alive."
"Sometime she wonders how she could've survived that," said Evie, playing the third person pronoun game. "She thought she was walking away from the light, but when she heard his voice, she felt like she was being pulled back into the world."
"But this time, his hero couldn't make it," said Carlos, referring to Sofia this time.
"You can't beat yourself up over this forever," said Evie.
"Sofia's dead, Evie!" reminded Carlos.
"You don't think I've noticed?" questioned Evie. "Of course I'm in pain. Everyone is. But there's no use dwelling on what could've been done to save her. The past is past. Forgive, forget, remember?"
"I don't know if I can ever forgive myself, Evie," said Carlos. "Mal was right. I'm no man. I'm just a child."
"You have always been a man, Carlos," said Evie, cupping her friend's face so he's looking straight at her.
"You say that after I was responsible for someone's..." Carlos didn't want to finish that sentence.
"Sofia maybe gone, but her mission won't die with her. We're going to stop Mal," said Evie.
"No, 'you're' going to stop Mal," said Carlos. "I'm out."
"But you can't just leave us. We need you," said Evie.
"I'm not letting anyone else die because of me," protested Carlos. "I'm sorry, but you're on your own."
Carlos walks away and Evie can't find a reason to not be frowning.
Meanwhile, Mal teleported to a familiar place. It was the secret passage to the Enchantress' temple. Instead of stealing the trinket from Ben, she decided to use a spell.
"Mother Nature, hear what I say, move out of my way," chanted Mal. The spell causes the vines open the passageway.
The Enchantress sensed this and knew who was coming. Mal barged in by knocking down the doors.
"You!" uttered the Enchantress.
"Yes, me," said Mal humorously. "I assume you heard the news?"
"I must admit. I was surprised to hear that you were the 'dark force,'" said the Enchantress.
"And I am surprised you never suspected it was me. You knew I had something dark within me," said Mal.
"But it took me until after Sofia realized for me to know. You inherit the darkness from your mother," said the Enchantress.
"You said that my 'inner negativity' drained you when you touched me," reminded Mal. "Darkness is your only weakness."
"If you're going to destroy me, go ahead," said the Enchantress.
"Oh, I'm not here to destroy you. Unless you get in my way," said Mal. "I'm here for something you own."
"The Moon Orb," guessed the Enchantress, looking at the magical object itself. "First, the amulet. Now, the orb. What are you planning?"
"All I can tell is that you let me claim the orb, or this could get ugly," warned Mal. "After all, you can't fight me."
Knowing she is right, the Enchantress picks up the Moon orb and reluctantly hands it over to Mal.
"Thank you for your cooperation," said Mal.
"Mal, you have to stop," begged the Enchantress.
"Don't even bother, miss," interrupted Mal. "If Sofia can't make me see reason, what makes you think you can?"
"Everyone won't stop trying, Mal," said the Enchantress. "I know you still have good in you. I can still see the love in your heart."
Enraged, Mal unleashes a ball of dark magic on the Enchantress. The Enchantress is critically wounded and doesn't have the strength to rise.
"Don't push me," warned Mal. She kneels down and looks at the Enchantress in the eye. "Now, I warn you. If you tell anyone of our little meeting, the Enchantress will be nothing but a children's tale." Mal unleashes her stare and the Enchantress slips into unconsciousness, scarred with too much darkness.
"Sleep tight, 'mighty' Enchantress," insulted Mal before walking out of the temple. Before returning to the passageway, Mal decided to entertain herself by destroying the Enchantress' garden on the way, incinerating every flower there was.
The following day, the young king, his parents, and his friends all returned to Auradon after an overnight stay with the family of Enchancia. Ben was feeling almost as bad as Carlos is. Sofia's step-siblings, James and Amber, were giving him a hard time for inviting Mal to Auradon in the first place, since she is the "dark force" the Enchantress asked Sofia to defeat. Ben knew they were being irrational due to grief, but he can't get it out of his head.
"Don't listen to them, Ben. It's not your fault," said Belle, trying to comfort her son.
"I know," said Ben, but he was still sad.
Later, the teenagers, minus Carlos, who decided to spend his day with Dude, were gathered once more in the royal living room, discussing about how they're going to deal with Mal.
"So, now what?" started Jane.
"I don't know, Jane," said Ben, feeling hopeless for once. "In fact, I don't even understand why I called this meeting after we lost someone."
"You're desperate to get Mal back," said Audrey.
"You know, guys. This was a mistake. Let's adjourn the meeting. We're still alive, so we might as well be glad we are," said Ben.
"So, we came here for nothing?" pointed out Chad, seemingly complaining.
"This is called love, Chad. Ben will do anything to get Mal back," said Lonnie.
"Even risk our lives?" questioned Chad.
Ben just stood up and left the room.
"Wrong choice of words," said Doug to Chad.
"Ben! Wait!" called out Evie.
Ben stopped in his tracks. He turned back.
"I have an idea, but I need your permission," said Evie.
"What is it?" asked Ben.
"Jay and I are going to confront Mal, but we're not doing it with just the two of us," said Evie. "We need backup."
Ben knew what she was planning. "Who do you want me to release?" asked Ben.
"Let's discuss that matter in private," said Evie. "C'mon, Jay."
As soon as the young king and the VKs left the room, the rest of the Auradon teenagers remained puzzled.
"Release?" questioned Lonnie, confused.
"I may not be smart, but I'm guessing Evie's asking for backup from the Isle of the Lost," said Chad.
"More VKs?" complained Audrey. "Like we have enough problems already."
"We only have one problem," pointed out Doug.
"I know, Doug," responded an irritated Audrey.
"I think it's the right move," said Jane. Everyone looked at her. Jane continued. "What better way than fighting fire with fire? Fight villain with villain?"
"I hope he knows what he's approving," said a worried Audrey.
Elsewhere, Mal was again at the top of the hill, looking down at Auradon. She places the Moon orb on a tree stump and casts a force field around it, just like she did with amulet, which was placed on another tree stump. There were two other nearby tree stumps, meaning Mal is looking for two more ingredients to cast a spell. She sensed someone approaching. She picks up a familiar smell in the air and knew who it was.
"I thought I smell something... doggy," quipped Mal.
"Figured I'd find you here," said Carlos.
"And what gave you the reason that this is the next most obvious place to look for me besides your hideout?" asked Mal.
"You like to look down on those inferior to you," answered Carlos.
"I guess you're just as wise as you are smart," said Mal.
"Guilty as charged," responded Carlos.
"What are you doing here, snowball? You want me to put you out of your misery?" guessed Mal. "I know you blame yourself for what happened to Sofia."
"You know I do," said Carlos with sorrow. "But no, that's not what I'm here for."
"You here to know what I'm up to?" guessed Mal again. "Because I'll make sure your heart stops beating before I'll ever tell you."
"That's not it either," said Carlos.
"Then why are you here?" asked Mal.
"I thought you and I can have one last friend-to-friend time before I leave," said Carlos.
"And why do you believe I would choose to endure this moment instead of just killing you right now?" questioned Mal.
"Because it's about Evie," answered Carlos.
"In that case, I'm interested," replied Mal.
Mal sits down on a tree stump and gestures to Carlos to sit down. He sits down on the other tree stump, which was in safe distance from Mal.
"Let's begin," said Mal.
"You said that I didn't get enough motivation the first time we talked about this. You're right," started Carlos. "I need more advice."
"Well, let's revisit the facts," started Mal. "You love Evie, but you're too scared to tell her because you fear she doesn't feel the same way about you."
"That's right," replied Carlos.
"And lately, you've been trying to start a relationship with Jane because Evie motivated you to," continued Mal.
"She knows love is what I need to be really happy," said Carlos.
"You go with it so you can move on from Evie and be happy," continued Mal. "But it isn't working for you, is it?"
"No, it's not," admitted Carlos. "Jane's a special person, but no one can replace Evie in my heart."
"What's it going to take you to admit to her that you love her?" asked Mal.
"If I could just get a sign that she feels the same way," said Carlos. "But she likes Doug."
"We talked about this before," said Mal.
"You really think she feels the same way?" wondered Carlos.
"I do, but you have to find that out yourself," said Mal.
"I don't know if I can do it," said Carlos. "I mean... does she even want me?"
"It hurts me to insult you at a time like this, Carlos. It really does. But you're a coward," said Mal. "I've said it before and I'll say it again. You'll never know unless you open your mouth and say the three words you've always wanted to say to her."
"I'll try," said Carlos.
"And the next time you two kiss, take advantage of it," said Mal. "Doesn't it hurt you to hide your feelings like this?"
"It does," answered Carlos.
"Then man up and confess," said Mal. "You'll never know which day will be your last."
Carlos laughed a bit in response.
"What's so funny?" asked Mal.
"I'm sorry. It's just... I recognize that tone anywhere. It sounds like the old you," said Carlos.
"Be careful, snowflake. I mean it," warned Mal playfully.
"We'll, I guess we're finished here." Carlos gets up. "Good talk."
"Be sure you do it this time," said Mal.
"I'm surprised you actually want to talk to me if it's about Evie," mentioned Carlos.
"I just want you to be happy," said Mal.
"I guess the Mal we all know and love is still in there," said Carlos with a smile.
"Don't push it," warned Mal.
Mal glared at Carlos until the two broke into brief laughter.
"See ya later, your malevolence," said Carlos as left.
Mal grinned at the sound of that. As soon as Carlos was out of sight, Mal's grin faded. It actually felt "good" to help Carlos. She knows that she actually cares about him being happy, and that is what is bothering her. She's starting to believe that Carlos and the Enchantress were right. She still has goodness in her. But she chooses to let it remain until she completes her plan. Once it comes to fruition, love and compassion will no longer be a part of her.
The story returns to the bottom of the hill. A limo stops at the broken bridge that leads to the Isle of the Lost. Coming out of the limo is Evie, Jay, and Auradon's young king. Ben pushes the button and deactivates the barrier, activating the magical bridge.
"You still think this is the best idea?" asked Ben.
"We have no choice," said Evie.
"We have to try," added Jay.
"Go," said Ben.
The blue-haired narcissist and the ex-thief walk on the bridge and made it to the Isle of the Lost, just as the sky began to get dark, thunder begins to rumble, and lightning starts to flash. The two ex-villains are met by Katherine (daughter of Captain Hook), Uri (daughter of Ursula), Fernando (son of Dr. Facilier), and Garth (son of Gothel).
"Well, if it isn't the beauty queen and the hotshot thief," started Katie.
"Nice to see you, too, Katie," greeted Evie, though not really pleased.
"Where's momma's boy?" asked Fernando.
"Not with us," answered Evie.
"We got the king's message," said Garth. "What do you want?"
"Let's clear things up first, shall we? You hate us and we hate you," said Evie. "But Auradon is in danger and we need your help."
"Maleficent?" guessed Garth.
"Mal," corrected Jay.
"Mal's gone evil," informed Evie.
"We heard about the death of Princess Sofia," mentioned Uri. "Too bad," she said with full disrespect and zero sympathy.
Evie responds by punching the daughter of Ursula in the face. Jay holds her back.
"I see you still have that killer punch," said Uri, clutching her face in pain.
"That's not even the worst I can do," said Evie.
"Why should we help you?" asked Katherine.
"Because if you help, whether we win or lose, the King of Auradon is rewarding you with your freedom," answered Evie.
"And an invitation to Auradon Prep," added Jay.
"Attend a school full of children of heroes? Pass," responded Fernando.
"You heard about what happened to Harley, didn't you?" asked Evie.
"Who hasn't?" responded Katie.
"Well, I got some news for you guys. She's changed," reported Jay.
"She's still the same Harley, but she's gone soft," said Evie. "If we can change, if she can change, then maybe you guys can."
The four villain kids still seem uncertain about the deal.
"Trust me. You're gonna love Auradon. Just give it a shot," said Jay.
After a few looks, Katherine spoke. "We're in."
Unfortunately, it started to rain. Evie calls Ben and tells him, "Ben, you may want to turn on the barrier. We're not leaving until the rain passes."
30 minutes later, back in the castle...
"Ben," started Audrey. "I am telling you this, not as my king, but as my friend, you have lost your mind."
"Excuse me?" reacted an offended Ben.
"Bringing more villain kids from the Isle here to Auradon? Do you want chaos?" commented Chad.
"We have no choice," responded Ben.
"I hate to agree with these two, but this is insane," said Lonnie.
"Have you even considered the consequences?" pointed out Doug.
"Just to let you know, Ben. I agree with you," said Jane.
"Stay out of this, Jane!" yelled Audrey.
"I think it's nice that someone here agrees with Ben," responded Jane.
"Is this because of Carlos?" accused Chad.
"No, it's not!" defended Jane.
"Can you guys not yell at her?" pleaded Ben.
"Yes, we will. That way, we can focus on yelling at you," responded Audrey sarcastically.
"Can you guys calm down, please?" asked Ben.
"Sorry for the language, Ben, but 'please' isn't going to stop this discussion," said Lonnie.
"Can we get back to the villain kids?" asked Chad, noticing that the conversation is getting off-topic.
"They're helping and that's final," said Ben.
"No, not final!" said Audrey.
"Enough!" yelled Evie. The Auradon kids stopped. She tells them, "You guys are almost as worse as we are."
"Your fights end up with a fist to a face," pointed out Chad.
"True, but you guys are being stubborn," responded Jay.
"You know we're in the room," pointed out Katherine.
"And you guys do remember that I've changed," reminded Harley.
"Don't you heroes have a peacekeeper for these kinds of situations?" asked Uri.
At the sound of "peacekeeper," Evie, Jay, and the Auradon kids refused to speak and started to feel depressed.
"Was it something I said?" asked Uri.
"I think so," said Garth. Uri elbows him in the gut.
"Actually, we do have a peacekeeper, or we 'had' a peacekeeper," said Ben.
"The dead princess," guessed Fernando.
"Do you want a punch in the face?" warned Evie.
Fernando held up his hands in response. "Punch Garth. I think he likes it." The son of Dr. Facilier only received a punch to the face, courtesy of Garth.
"We're doomed," said Audrey, Chad, Lonnie, and Doug at the same time.
Lumiere and Cogsworth enter the room, seemingly arguing about something. They ceased their vocal scuffle as they approached the young king.
"Uh, your majesty, we have good news and bad news," started Cogsworth, acting calm.
"Which would you like to hear first?" asked Lumiere.
"Bad news," answered Ben.
"Well, our lovely purple pansy is currently attacking the kingdom of Agrabah," said Cogsworth.
Every teenager in the room expressed their surprise and disappointment through facial expressions.
"What's the good news?" asked Ben.
"Mr. Deley is out of the hospital," said Lumiere happily, though he is obviously worried about the bad news.
"Good to know. Really," said Lonnie, relieved of the recovery of their physics teacher.
"We up, you highness?" asked Katie.
Ben looks at the entire gang of VKs, friend and foe. "Yes," he replied. He looks at his new recruits and tells them, "Listen up. I know you would rather rob a candy store or break someone's neck just for the fun of it, but Auradon needs heroes. Can I trust you?"
"Do you promise our freedom?" asked Katie.
"A king is always true to his word," responded Ben.
"Then you can trust us," said Katie.
"For now," added Uri.
The Auradon kids looked at them with uncertainty, except for Ben.
"So, when do go?" asked Fernando.
"Now, obviously," replied Evie.
"Calm down, babe. We're all friends here," said Garth flirtatiously, putting his arm around Evie.
"Get away from her unless you want a bomb to the face," said someone. Everyone saw Carlos standing at the doorway.
Evie smacks Garth's arm off her and approaches her friend. "Changed your mind?"
"No, I came here because of 'some' people were arguing about something involving Mal," said Carlos, looking at Lumiere and Cogsworth.
"Is there anything I can do to change your mind?" asked Evie.
"That statue built on Enchancia's cemetery is more than enough reason for me to stay away from the war," said Carlos, still mourning and feeling guilty. "Besides, you don't need a 'child' slowing you down."
Evie was about to protest, but realized that there is nothing she can say that will relieve Carlos from guilt and grief. "Well, in case I don't come back..." Evie throws her arms around Carlos and pulls him into a big hug. Carlos hugs her in return. Evie presses her lips against Carlos' cheek for a good amount of time before releasing him. She could see Carlos stunned.
"Why do you look surprised? This is usually normal between us," wondered Evie.
"You kissed me while you were hugging me. That's kinda different," said Carlos.
Evie smiled.
"Are they dating?" asked Uri.
"No," answered Jane.
"Evie kissing Carlos on the cheek is normal?" questioned a confused Garth.
"Believe me, it's just as confusing to us," said Jay.
"Just promise me something," said Carlos to Evie. "Come back."
"I don't know if I can promise that," said Evie. "But that doesn't mean I'll try."
Carlos looks away for a moment before looking back at Evie with a smile. "You're the most important person in my life. You know I'd be devastated without you."
"Then why don't you come along to make sure I'm alright?" suggested Evie.
"I know you can take care of yourself," said Carlos. "Go get her, princess."
In Agrabah, Mal is approaching the castle, only to be blocked by an army of guards. Razoul, old but still on the job, yells "Get her" at first sight of the sorceress. Every guard charged straight for Mal, but the daughter of Maleficent casts an aura of fire around her, causing the guards to hesitate attacking. They stand back in fear, letting Mal walk towards the captain of the guards.
"Leave Agrabah, witch!" yelled Razoul.
"Make me," dared Mal.
Razoul draws his sword and charges, but Mal avoids his swing by simply standing aside as if she was letting a citizen walk by. Mal kicks Razoul in the rear and the old guard falls first face to the ground.
"Don't you think you're a little too old for this game?" mocked Mal.
"I may not be the man I once was, but I still have spirit," said Razoul.
"Then get up, pick up your sword, and face me like a man," dared Mal.
Razoul did so, but as soon as he gets back on his feet, Mal flicks his nose, then kicks him in the stomach, knocking him down. Every guard dropped their swords, got down on their knees, and held their hands behind their heads, surrendering.
"This is too easy," said Mal. As she walks up the stairs, she says to herself, "Too bad I had to get rid of Sofia. I would've loved constant encounters with her."
Mal enters the throne room and meets the rulers of the kingdom, Aladdin and Jasmine, along with the family friend, Abu the Monkey.
"It's an honor," started Mal.
Jasmine spoke up. "If you think we're going to satisfy your demands..."
"Then you got another thing coming," finished Aladdin.
Poofing into the room is Genie himself. He was drum-rolling as he slowly descends to the ground. After landing, he changes into a DJ and says, "Ladies and gentleman, Genie is in the house!"
"You think this clown can handle me?" questioned Mal, amused of their resistance.
"Genie is one of the most powerful beings in the world," said Aladdin. "I think he can."
"Alright, sweetie pie, let's dance," said Genie as he changed into a tux. "Don't worry, your majesties. I still have that toy from the wedding." He poofs up a remote control and pushes the red button, unleashing the Genie-Bot, which was originally created to vaporize the Forty Thieves if they interfere with Aladdin and Jasmine's wedding the second time.
"Threat detected!" said the robot. "Permission to vaporize?"
"Granted," said Genie.
The Genie-Bot opens its laser cannons. Before it fires, it says, "I am sorry, but this is how we deal with bad guys. Thank you for coming." The robot fires its laser and Mal had to dodge. The firing keeps on coming and Mal is almost getting hit.
"Looks like I have the challenge I want," said Mal, actually satisfied having a worthy opponent. The Genie-Bot switched to its missile launchers and fires a barrage of missiles at Mal. Mal manages to evade all of them, damaging the throne room in the process.
"Genie, you're destroying the palace!" yelled Aladdin
"Don't worry, I got it," assured Genie as he pushes the red button. The Genie-Bot switched to tranquilizer darts, but can't get a clear shot of Mal. Mal makes it to the robot and hops on its head.
"Get off my baby!" exclaimed Genie.
The robot starts rocking side-by-side, trying to shake off Mal. The purple-haired sorceress lights up her hand with fire and breaks through the head. She pulls out a few wires and the robot shuts down.
"Well, that could've gone better," said Genie. "Don't worry your majesties, I got more tricks up my sleeves." Genie literally pulls out a cannon out of his sleeves and aims at Mal. He fires, but Mal once again steps out of the way. The ball explodes only to create a cloud sparkling dust. Razoul barges into the throne room.
"Your majes..." Razoul ends up running into the cloud and drifts to sleep.
"Alright, miss malignant, no more Mr. Nice Genie." Genie pulls out a wind-up music box. He walks closer to Mal as he starts winding up. The box opens and unleashes a boxing glove, hitting Mal in the face. Genie started laughing while Mal clutches her nose in pain.
"You're gonna pay for that!" yelled Mal.
"How 'bout pick on someone your own age," said a familiar voice.
Every VK in Auradon, except for Carlos, suddenly showed up at the doorway.
"How'd you guys get here so fast?" asked Mal. "I was only here for half an hour."
"Fairy God Mother," answered Evie.
"I see you're becoming desperate," said Mal, noticing Harley and the four other villain kids with Evie and Jay.
"It's seven against one, Mal," pointed Jay.
"I think your best decision is to surrender," said Katherine.
"Uh, actually kids, I'm handling things well here," said Genie. "I mean... look at her nose."
The villain kids did and laughed a little. Mal's nose was bruised and black. Infuriated, Mal charges herself with dark energy and releases a magical wave, knocking everyone in the room on their backs.
"Let's do this!" exclaimed Genie. He poofs out his tuxedo and then blasts Mal, but the latter fires a magic blast of her own. The lock was won by Genie when he sneaks a bomb full of laughing gas. Mal started laughing hysterically, unable to stop. Genie poofs up another wind-up music box. It unleashes a clown that sprays water. Mal's hair is soaked and covering her eyes. Genie laughed again.
A soaked and frustrated Mal pulls her hair off her face and noticed a wind-up music box nearby. With Genie occupied due to laughter, Mal immediately grabs it and uses her magic to open it, unleashing the punching glove, hitting Genie in the face.
"We'll be right back after these messages," rambled Genie before fainting to unconsciousness.
Mal turns back to the villain kids and says, "So, you think I can't handle all of you at once?"
The seven VKs all stood in a large circle around Mal. Mal lights up her hands with fire and fires at everyone at once, causing them to step back. Mal engages Uri first and gives her a swift punch across the face. Garth and Jay subdue her, but are knocked down by a magical wave. Evie brings out her sleeping perfume, but Mal avoids the spray, grabs Evie by the arm, and throws her down. Fernando casts a shadow to grab Mal's shadow, disabling the sorceress from using her magic. Fernando walks closer to Mal to use his wand on her, but Mal unleashes her stare, causing Fernando to collapse. Mal breaks free of the shadow's grasp, then kicks Fernando like rolled-up carpet, damaging his gut. Mal turns around only for Katherine to slash her across the face with her sword. Katherine tried to slip the sword through Mal but the sorceress uses her hand to keep her from doing so. Katherine continues to push while Mal tries to direct the sword to another direction. Mal uses her fire to melt the sword at her touch, then gives Katherine a kick to the knee. Jay did what he thought he would never do. Punch Mal in the face. Mal recovers, but before Jay could deliver another one, Mal uses her arm to block it, then twists Jay's arm, hurting him bad. Mal grabs Jay by the shirt and pushes him towards a column. Uri transforms into her octopus form and uses her tentacles to tangle Mal's limbs. Mal covers herself with fire and singes Uri's tentacles, causing her to let go. Mal elbows Uri in the stomach and pushes her face towards the wall, giving her a concussion. Harley and Garth gang up on Mal while Evie continues to recover. Harley draws her sword (which actually belongs to one of Agrabah's guards) and Garth takes out his dagger. The two relentlessly try to get a hit on Mal, but she was too swift. Mal kicks Harley to the ground and reacts quickly to stop Garth from stabbing her, grabbing his arm. Mal swipes the dagger, gets behind Garth, and stabs him on the side. Garth tries to stop the bleeding as he falls. Harley tries to hit Mal, but she blocks the swing with Garth's dagger. Mal kicks Harley's hand, making her drop the sword, grabs her arm and singes it with her fire. She knocks out Harley with a simple punch to the face.
The only one left standing is Evie.
"You're always full of surprises," said Evie.
"Don't forget it," responded Mal.
The two get caught in an evenly-matched fist fight. Evie is using anger as her friend while Mal is simply using her instincts. The tie is broken when Mal dodges Evie's kick and grabs her by the hair. Mal tosses her across the room. Evie tries to counter, but Mal unleashes a magical force, knocking down Evie. She gets back up, but Mal immediately kicks her on the leg, injuring her. Mal kicks Evie to the wall.
"So what now? You gonna kill us like you killed Sofia?" started Evie.
"No, not yet," said Mal. "But let's see if you can survive this."
Mal walks towards the royal couple and the monkey as she unleashes a fire blast to the ceiling, causing it to fall down on the others. Mal teleports herself and the royal couple away before they were crushed.
Mal appears in the treasure room with Jasmine and Aladdin.
"If you want all this, go ahead. No one else has to get hurt," surrendered Aladdin.
"I'm not after the treasure," said Mal.
"Then what are you after?" asked Jasmine.
Mal walks towards a treasure chest and takes out a necklace.
"A necklace? That's it?" questioned a confused Jasmine.
"You never knew. This necklace is a magical treasure from ancient times," said Mal. "Tell anyone and I will find you."
Mal disappears.
Mal returns to the top of the hill. Surprisingly to her, Carlos was there.
"What are you doing here?" asked Mal.
"Did you kill them?" asked Carlos.
"I think the question you mean to ask is 'Did you kill her?'" responded Mal.
"You think I don't care about anyone else besides her?" retorted Carlos. "Did you kill them?"
"Aladdin and Jasmine will spread the word," said Mal. "Now get out of here."
Carlos walks away, but before he can get far, Mal spoke.
"You haven't told anyone where I am?" she asked.
"No," said Carlos.
"You're not lying," said Mal, knowing the look on his face. "Good."
"But know this. You will be stopped," said Carlos. "Good triumphs over evil. Always."
"Tell that to Sofia," said Mal.
"She died to save me. She died a hero," said Carlos.
"She saved your life. Big deal," said Mal disrespectfully. "Her sacrifice hasn't accomplished anything. She did raise the spirits of our friends to face me, but even they failed."
"Do you know why evil always loses?" asked Carlos. "Because evil doesn't have a heart."
"Do you actually think you're good just because you side with heroes?" questioned Mal. "Tell me the truth. Why did you hesitate when the rest of us decided to turn over a new leaf?"
"I thought it was because I was scared of what my mother, our parents, would do us." Carlos stopped, until he continued. "But then I realized it was simply because you guys did." Carlos turn his back on Mal, but continues to speak. "You're right, Mal. As cowardly and compassionate as I am, I still miss being that callous, rotten boy from the Isle. But I choose not to be."
"Think about it," said Mal.
Carlos tensed. He remembered those words as the same Sofia said to Mal about her new path. "Not in your dreams. Goodbye." Carlos leaves.
Mal places the necklace on the tree stump and casts the force field. There was only one empty stump. Once Mal obtains that one object, she can finally accomplish her goal. She decided to take a break. She wanted to hear what Aladdin and Jasmine have spread about the VKs' condition.
Part 1 done. Despite the events of the battle in Agrabah, I hope you enjoyed it. Don't worry, the story is just beginning. Be patient and wait for the next part of the story.
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