Underneath

Trying does not mean success is on the horizon, but it also does not mean there will be failure. Welcome to Radiant Garden.

Our beautiful town has had recent hardships, but this month we at least have some great news.

Not as great, but something you've all been worrying about is how I've been. Demyx, who was perhaps even worse than I was after last month, has been staying at my home with me. He appears to be a bit better, and I know I have been feeling almost back to normal. Demyx has been a great help by just being there, and Kairi and Sora visit often, with Xigbar and Luxord coming almost just as much. Mayor Namine been a great support too, calling when she can, which means a lot knowing how busy she is. Even all of you listeners have helped so much. So, thank you to everyone.

Another great piece of news is our new intern. We're still torn over the loss of Zexion and though I believe he will come back, we at the station can't hold the position open for him forever. Besides, while I was looking through his desk, making room for our new intern, I found a letter of resignation he had written. So, I think it'll be fine taking in a new intern.

Xion is a younger student as our small college, and her age definitely shows with her curiosity and enthusiasm about the job. It's been a delight so far having her, and when I ask her to head out for a story, she actually does it, though sometimes I expect to see the shaking of a head when I turn towards her.

Well, Xion's been very kind in this transition. Honestly, I owe her thanks as well for being so accommodating and just a great help. So, listeners, if you see her on the street, give her a friendly hello or even just a smile. She deserves it.

Oh, don't be so modest, Xion, you do. You've been a great friend, truly.

Now, onto our biggest piece of news.

Mayor Namine has told me just the other day that she discovered a secret room within the castle. She's been familiarizing herself with the place since her election, but while she was in the Mayor's study, she found a secret switch which lead to a secret room.

Exciting, I know.

In this room she found plans left by our previous mayor, Ansem. Apparently, the man had ideas he was sadly never able to complete. Mayor Namine hasn't told me any details yet, but she has told me she'll be spending a lot of time sifting through everything for something that could help our town.

Another way you could all help our town is to buy some ice cream. That sounds strange, but today all of the proceeds are going towards the maintenance of our garden and park areas. Look out for vendors in those areas, or go to the main store located at the square. Sea-salt is their best flavor, in case you didn't know.

Xion, have you tried sea-salt?

No? Well, we'll have to get some for lunch today. I've been a fan for ages, and apparently Roxy too, at least according to what Seifer heard from Hayner. I would've liked to see for myself….

Ahem.

Anyway, lunch plans aside, ice cream is notoriously good for the heart and soul so go grab some for yourself and for our town.

Xion is telling me we have a call from the Mayor. Well, put her on then.

Axel, hello.

Mayor Namine, great to hear from you. Any particular reason you've graced our broadcast with your voice?

So, I've been looking through Ansem's plans. It was tough looking through all of it on my own, but I think I finally found something of value.

Oh?

Apparently, Ansem was working on a tunnel railway system underneath the town. A way to easier move around.

There have been tunnels under us this whole time?

It seems that way. There's a map where the planned entrances would have been. Honestly, looking over the details I don't see why it was never finished. It's like he could have completed it, but he sealed everything up instead.

Odd? Maybe there was a lack of funding, or something happened.

Hm, I though the same. The reasons don't really matter at this point though. Since everything seems to be in great order, I've decided to go through with this plan.

To open the tunnels?

To open the subway system. It seems like we have just about everything we need.

So, we should look forward to the grand opening sometime soon then?

Of course, it shouldn't take long to get things done and finished.

Great, it's exciting news like this that this town needs.

I though the same, and since everyone has to listen in, I thought this would be the perfect place to announce it. Plus, I wanted to know if I could join you in your lunch plans.

Of course! The more the merrier. Right, Xion? We'll see you then, Mayor Namine.

Wonderful. Bye for now, listeners.

Well, that phone call seemed to be nothing but great news, everyone.

A new subway system here in our very own Radiant Garden, and Xion and I have lunch plans with the Mayor. Finally, a great day worth cheering over.

We should get Dem to come too, Xion. Get him out of Nocturne Records for a bit.

Up next the screams that rise for ice cream.

And let's meet again, Radiant Garden, in the next one.