Holla readers,
Author Note:
This is the last chapter up for Spring Break, making a total of four chapters in one week.
After this, you all will have to wait a week at most for new chapters.
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Disclaimer: I do not own anything but the story idea.
Chapter 17:
The Invitation
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"They wait!"
Dimentio hissed. He was very displeased with some of the news he's getting. The good news; Fawful and the minions have return with the Reality Glass. The bad news; he was just informed that Mario and the two princesses were there as well… the cause of his yelling.
"How is it that they were already able to figure out our plans?"
"Fawful is unsure. Fawful and minions were retrieving Glass when Red Mustache and Princesses appeared. Fawful can't explain it, but somehow Red Mustache knew we were there."
Dimentio growled and turn away. He was very displeased with these turn of events. If Mario did know he plan to recreate the Chaos Heart, then it is only a matter of time before the red hero will come to find him.
"Well then... I think it's about time that we finally deal with these troublesome heroes." Dimentio turn back around, a smile present on his face once again. "After all, I do believe the man in red has a play date that's long overdue. Wouldn't you agree, Mr. L?"
The man in green knowingly smirked. "Yes master, he does."
"In that case…Shade, why don't you go and retrieve our guests. Do not engage them. Just lead them back to the mansion. Mr. L and I will be waiting for them there."
Shade nodded and left to do what he was told. Fawful look at the jester confused.
"What about Ruins?" he asked.
"I have located the Ancient Ruins in Sarasaland, within the Muda Kingdom. Where exactly will it rise, I am uncertain."
Fawful smiled. "That shouldn't be much problem. I will locate the Ruins faster than the toaster toasting the toast." He turns and started heading out. "Come Midbus, we are nearly reaching final part of plan."
Dimentio watched the beanish villain and his pig henchman leave. Once they were gone, he turned to his own minion who stood ready for his orders.
"Come along L, we have guests to prepare for."
"Yes, my lord."
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Mario sighed disappointedly. They had failed to secure the Realty Glass before Fawful can get to it. Now, Dimentio was in possession of all three of the Artifacts of Creations. Fortunately for them, they still have a few days before the Ancient Ruins can appear.
Taking a glance to the side, he would tell that Peach was a bit upset with the outcome as well while Daisy looked down right frustrated. He couldn't blame her. This was frustrating to him as well. And the fact that they probably only have a few days left to save the world or else was makes it even more frustrating.
Once they entered the castle, Toadsworth immediately ran towards them. The old toad looked spooked, which caused them to be concern.
"Princess! Master Mario! Thank goodness, you're back."
"Is something wrong, Toadsworth? You look shaken up." Peach
"I'm afraid there is, princess. Some of Toads around the castle have seen a ghost running around the castle. I fear it might be Master Luigi's."
"You mean Spettro?" Daisy asked. "What makes you say that?"
"Well, for one thing, he's standing right in front of us." Mario
Everyone looked up and saw Shade standing right in front of them. Once he was spotted, the Shadowpup disappeared. They tense and stood close together. They were unsure where the ghost was going to pop up next.
Bark, bark!
They turn around. Shade had reappeared behind them. The Shadowpup did a head motion and started running down the hall. The others looked confused.
"Is it just me…Or did he just gesture us to follow?" Daisy
"He did. The question is why?" Mario
"It's probably a trap." Peach suggested.
"Trap or not, I'm going. Whatever they'll up to, I'll just take it head on."
"Not without us you're not. Come on, Peach"
Peach nodded and came along with Toadsworth nervously following after them. The four of them followed Shades down the path back to Toad Town. The Shadowpup was always in hindsight, stopping every once in a while to ensure the heroes were following him. Once they were outside of town, they started heading west to Boo Woods.
"Boo Woods? Why would Spettro lead us to Boo Woods?" Peach asked.
"Doesn't Luigi have a mansion in there?" Daisy asked.
Mario nodded. "He does."
"Surely you three aren't thinking about going in there, are you?"
"I'm afraid we don't have a choice, Toadsworth." Peach
"But princess! It is not safe! You could get hurt!" Toadsworth stuttered.
"That may be true, Toadsworth, but this might be our only chance to stop Dimentio and Fawful. If they succeed with their plan, then no one will be safe including me."
"Don't worry, Toadsworth. We'll watch each other's back." Mario
Toadsworth was still hesitant but he knew they all were determined to do this.
"Oh…very well. Master Mario, I'm counting on you to bring both princesses back safely."
Mario nodded. Daisy rolled her eyes. "I can take care of myself, thank you."
The trio entered Boo Woods. Just as they suspected, Shade had lead them all the way to Luigi's Mansion. Upon entering the mansion, the Shadowpup had disappeared completely. Mario, Peach, and Daisy started searching the mansion from the bottom up, looking for any signs of the villains. It wasn't until they made it up to the balcony that they finally found them.
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Ending Note:
Sorry for the cliff hanger guys, but I'm afraid I have to cut you off there. Don't worry, the next chapter will be up between Thursday and Saturday, and will be a semi-long one (over a 1500 words, excluding the notes). That I can promise you.
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