いつまでも幸せ休日OVA2：有望な年...チームのために！将来のために！
~ Happily Ever Holidays OVA 2: The Promising Year…For the Team! For the Future! ~

Note: This is an entire flashback chapter back in Book 3 Eternal Promise Interlude Chapters, during the "Reign of the Magic Six" on the continent of Lynwin.

3 Days after Christmas (Continuing from the last OVA)

Ran and Ren were at the park as they watched Hayato Shigino playing with some other friends in the neighborhood. The twins visited the Shigino family a bit while Makoto lived his live with Nagisa and the others. (However, Makoto would always be sure to visit them and his parents from time to time as even Nagisa loved to visit the twins)

"You know what, I miss Haru-chan," said Ran, "He's been with Alex now…"

"No worries, they have visited us too," replied Ren, "I know it's sort of strange…"

Ran wanted to cry a little but she kept it to herself and smiled, "Right. As long as they're happy, I guess it's all good."

Hayato waved out to them and went down the slide.

"I heard he started swimming too," said Ran, "He loves the backstroke."

"Really?! That's amazing!" smiled Ren, "At least he was able to find something."

"Well when I get to college, I was thinking of going abroad," replied Ran.

"S-Sister!?" he asked, shocked.

"I've dreamed of going to London…I've heard it's so pretty out there," she said, "I was thinking of going to the University of Westminster."

"You sure dream big," replied Ren, "I kinda want to stay here actually."

She turned to him and answered, "No matter what, we'll always be twins. I know you've missed Mako-chan too but we have to decide our own futures as well."

"I suppose you're right," he said, sadly.

"Maybe one day we can all go to London as a family trip," she replied, "We can have Nagisa with us too!"

Shigino Residence

Just a few blocks away from the Lynwin park, Kisumi sat down while Takuya, Kazuki, and Shouta Nakagawa waited for him to return with a set of papers.

"Sous gave these to me the other day," said Kisumi, "But it's about the contract."

"I can fix up his arm," said Takuya, "I've already got my masters in robotics engineering and prosthetics."

"Yes, but it's too obvious that the costumers know of things," he answered, "The Magic Six does not know of Sousuke's arm treatment. Not even Rin."

"How much longer are we going to hide it from him?" asked Kazuki, annoyed, "It's not fair for them!"

"It's for the best," said Kisumi sadly, "Maybe their next life they'll know but for this time around, we can't risk it."

"I know of them," said Takuya, "Those people that helped the Magic Six on their journey."

"And what do you know?" asked Kisumi.

"They're not in this country, I can go work for them with Sousuke there and…"

"I think we can save that for later," sighed Kazuki, "I'm already going to leave after New Year's to Shanghai for my interview there."

"I plan on returning to Tokyo for a period of time," said Shouta, "But I can keep in contact if anything does happen. If you want I can go visit witch boy…"

"I think we can make it on our own," replied Kisumi, "But thank you."

"Well what are we supposed to do with this contract…what are the terms?" asked Kazuki.

"We are going to be affiliated with the Terran Nost's Mobile Quarters so we can have their equipment here in case Sousuke is in pain with his arm," replied the peach-pink haired boy.

Terran Nost, LA Main Headquarters

Cassi Anderson walked down to the laboratory where six stasis tubes were kept safe here. She was informed by the late Leon Goldsmith that these "robots" were to be kept safe as possible in the event something happened to the Magic Six.

She read the labels and wondered what strange language they would be named of. However, it wasn't her primary concern.

And inside the containers, the Av-Matoran slept dormant…waiting for the day they will be called for…

Marotta-Nanase Residence

Alex stirred the pot of mirepoix (celery, onion, carrots, garlic, basil, all chopped up) before dumping red marinara into the pot and adding some additional spices. He wanted to make a special treat for Haruka while he was out at work at the restaurant. Alex would sometimes come to assist him but he wanted today to himself.

Ever since they were married, the two made another vow to each other into trying each other's food and expanding their choices with other international cuisine. Of course, Haruka learned much of this at his restaurant but still kept it mostly a seafood place.

Alex heard a knock on the door; opening it, he saw Sergi, Chigusa and Sousuke.

"Ah, you're here to pick up some leftovers?" asked Alex.

"Yes, but we also came here to talk," said Sousuke, "About down the road."

"Maybe it's a bit too…" began Alex.

"Well the people of Terran Nost were telling me to get the complete documents," he answered, "I already sent some stuff to Kisumi but I still need to talk to you and your parents if they're here."

"My parents went back to the states to check up on my grandmother," replied Alex, "I'm worried she might not make it through these last few days."

Sousuke handed over the papers to Alex as he knew that it was almost time to add another member for guardianship for his brother. (Even though Sergi is able to do most things on his own, this was done as a safety precaution)

"I've already wrote my signature," said Sousuke, "They need yours and your mother's if possible. But you at the minimum requirement."

Mikoshiba Residence

Gou and Sei each held a baby in their hands, smiling happily to the newborns. The twins were fast asleep and were soft to the touch.

"So adorable," smiled Gou, "I'm so happy."

"I cannot wait to teach them swimming and…" said Sei.

"Now, now, we don't know if that's what they want," she answered, "Honey, let's make sure what they want first before we give them a hand when it comes to their future."

"You think we should go to the New Year's fest?" he asked, "They're going to have it at your brother's house."

"I'm not sure," she replied, "We'll see how the kids are before we decide."

Matsuoka-Ryugazaki Residence

Rin swept up the dust away, trying to keep the main living hall as clean as possible. His cleaning fetish has helped him to make sure this place was spotless for Rei and for anyone who visits here.

Rei on the other hand was trying out some clothes he got as a surprise for the others. The world of fashion was already fun for him so he couldn't help but to pick out the right clothes for the right occasion.

"OI! Sexy butterfly, come down!" shouted Rin, "We don't have all day to pick clothes!"

"Fine…" sighed Rei as he fixed up his glasses and joined in.

Rin put away a set of clothes when he saw Rei's book of memories being filled up with photos he had from his past fashion shows.

"It's looking great, sexy butterfly," smiled Rin.

"Oh just wait till it gets filled up," replied Rei, "We'll definitely look at this like a museum."

"Beautiful," said Rin, "But listen to me. No matter what you wear…you are my sexy butterfly."

Rei blushed but chuckled at the response.

Tachibana-Hazuki Residence

Makoto and Nagisa brought over tons of different drinks as Nagisa was already exited to start popping a few open to taste.

"Geeze Nagisa, get a hold of yourself," said Makoto, taking the extra bottles away.

"No fair honey-chan!" replied Nagisa.

"We have to get these drinks to cool down," he sighed, "otherwise they won't taste as crisp.

"Humph," pouted Nagisa as they took the drinks down to the cooler for the alcohol section. Afterwards, they went upstairs when the telephone rang.

"I'll get it," said the blonde, "Hello?"

"Nagisa," replied Haruka on the other line.

"Oh hey Haru-chan!" smiled Nagisa, "How are things going for you and Alex-chan?"

"Well I'm still at work here but I wanted to remind you that I'll have one of my vans pick up the drinks for the party," he replied, "Alex is taking care of important matters for his brother."

"Ah I see," said the blonde, "We'll get everything for you guys when you get here. I still don't know how the heck we'll get them up the hill though. Rin-chan and Rei-chan just live in a strange setting of the area."

"It'll be fine, I'll see you later," said Haruka.

Out by the beaches, Momo, Nitori, Aki, and a few other friends hung out, watching the people enjoying their lives out. It was such a fantastic sight as little kids had kites flown into the air while many people were out at the other or sunbathing.

"I wish Gou-san was here," muttered Momo.

"Watch yourself with that," said Nitori, "Your brother wouldn't be pleased."

"I know, I know," he shrugged with a sigh, "I just wish I could've met her sooner and what not…"

"Well may we ask where you were?" asked Aki.

Momo sighed and said, "Well…I was originally separated at birth. At the time, our mother had me but sadly the doctors mixed me up by mistake for another baby. They managed to find that baby's father but I was then taken to an Orphanage for about 12 years."

"Oh my," gasped Aki, "I'm so sorry."

"It's alright," he answered, "I was eventually found thanks to some group of people that were working behind the scenes…I think they called themselves the Terran Nost. I ended up staying with them for a few more years, getting my Education's from Sametsuka in long distance."

"And your brother never knew that you existed?" asked Nitori.

"No," said Momo, "Probably telling him that would have stressed him out…he has a strong, clear vision on his goals and dreams for the future…"

"Well what do you want to do?" asked Aki.

"I think…I wouldn't mind working with kids," he smirked, "But…I don't know if I would be appropriate for them…for one, my brother keeps treating me like a young kid sometimes."

"But aren't you guys getting ready for your wedding and what not?"

"Well everything's all set," said Nitori, "With you being as Best Man, I am happy."

"Yeah, thanks," smiled Momo, "It's not easy though either but…I'm glad I was able to lend a hand."

Flashback: Two Months after the Rise of Lynwin-Mu

Sei was busy packing up his things in order to start his new life on Lynwin-Mu when he heard a knock on the door. He turned to see it was his father who was acting perhaps a bit relieved after all these years. The two sat down to talk and…

"I…have a brother?" asked Sei, a bit confused (and perhaps a bit shocked).

His father nodded and said, "Yes…he was lost for a long time though, he was misplaced from us…so please, I hope you can…"

"I'll be fine," said Sei, "Just where is he now?"

"On an airplane to Tokyo. You'll meet him there later today, he's looking forward to meet you," he replied.

Hours Later: Haneda Airport

Sei sat down in his car, waiting for his younger brother, holding a photo of him. The Terran Nost sent an actual photo a few days ago before Sei received his copy of it. According to what it said, he was very outgoing and fun and also swam too with his backstroke.

Hmmm, he thought, this will be interesting…so they call him a Sea Otter?

Momotarou finally stepped outside with his bags and had a pillow in the shape of a sea clam while he wore a yellow hoodie. Sei took a moment before he stepped out as Momo turned to him, "O-onii-chan?"

"Hahaa!" laughed Sei, "Sounds like you made it through!"

The two embraced a hug while Sei rubbed his hand over Momo's head.

"Ouch, onii-chan!" moaned Momo, blushing, "This is embarrassing!"

"Well let's get going then!" he replied, "We got family to meet and a new home to move to."

"EHH?! SO then….from what I heard is true?!" asked Momo, "About that land that…?"

"Rose from the seas? Heck yeah!" replied Sei, "Come on, we got a lot to talk about."

Present Day:

Momotarou looked out to the sunset and said, "Since then we moved out here…I'm glad to have finally returned but it just also feels so weird. At first I didn't trust the Terran Nost…but they sure gave me a nice place to stay and then I had the courage finally to have them find my family as well as obtaining my identity records."

"I've learned the story about the Magic Six as well," said Momo, "But I wasn't there at the time when they arrived in L.A. I was rather in Phoenix for when I was taking my exams. It felt lonely at times…"

"Oh Momo," replied Nitori, giving him a hug, "You're safe now, okay. We're all here now as a family. You'll have to show me your swimming sometime!"

Momo chuckled after trying to not spill a tear drop, "Maybe we can make our own team! I wouldn't mind having something for fun!"

"Right," agreed Aki.

After collecting the papers from Alex, Sousuke returned home but later went back out with Chigusa, as they went to Mount Aluk to get a nice view of the sunset (plus having peaceful moments together).

"Chi," he said, "There's something I should tell you…I have kept a few things hidden but I think it's only fair that I tell you."

"What's the matter?" she asked.

Sousuke peeled off a layer of his skin, revealing his robotic arm to her as she gasped in shock.

"G-goodness!" she gasped, "What happened to you!? When did this happen!?"

"It was a long time ago," he said, "Well…it was more like back in late middle school and around high school."

Flashback 1: Sano Elementary

Sousuke walked past a group of boys that were talking with Rin as the red-hair was happy to get some attention from people when he showed his amazing swimming skills. However, Sousuke was feeling a bit of an ache on his left shoulder but shrugged it off and walked home.

"Hey wait!" shouted a voice.

Sousuke turned to see Rin as the red-hair stopped him, "You didn't look alright when you walked by. Are you okay?"

"Just tired," said Sousuke, "You must be Rin, right?"

"Yeah," he smiled, "And you are?"

"Sousuke," he answered, "Sousuke Yamazaki."

"Oh I've heard about Yamazaki's Bakery down by…" began Rin.

"That's my father's shop," he finished, "I have to go help him so…I'll catch you later."

"Okay," smiled Rin, waving out. Sousuke sort of blushed but waved back with a small smile.

The two developed a nice friendship and even tried out to make a medley relay of each other (but of course, just like in the Alpha!Timeline, Sousuke abandoned Rin, not approving of his ideals), leaving Rin in such despair that he didn't even went to school the next day.

However, it was quite a coincidence that their father had a new job down by the Iwatobi port so Rin and Gou were taken to the new town while Rin and Sousuke never had a chance of saying goodbye…their friendship…dissolved…

Flashback 2: Four Years Later, Tokitsu Middle (Tokyo)

Sousuke was running around the track to warm up for his exercise when he saw a strange looking puppy by the edge. He stopped as the dog simply stared at him for a moment before it dashed off.

"H-hey wait!" he shouted as he rushed after it, leaving the facility while keeping a hold of his bag. The dog kept running towards a small alley as Sousuke tried to not lose it.

He finally stopped as he saw a nice size mansion before him with a high wooden fence.

"I…I never seen this before," he muttered as he stepped into the front yard when he saw two young girls playing around here. He was about to leave when the girls gasped with happiness.

"It's a customer! A customer!" chanted Maru and Moro, grabbing him.

"O-oi!" shouted Sousuke, "Let me go! I saw this doggie and…"

"It's a customer for the master!" chanted Maru.

"Yes, it looks like this was…" began Moro.

"A customer? Me? For what?!" asked Sousuke.

The two girls dragged him inside when Sousuke heard a voice saying, "There is no need for you to understand. For that which brought you here…was inevitable."

The trio arrived at the doorway as the girls slide open the panels, showing a late-teen aged man with a long pipe in his hands. He took a breath from the smoke and stared at Sousuke for a moment.

"Your name?" asked Watanuki.

"Sousuke Yamazaki," he replied.

"Interesting…" said Watanuki, getting up from the couch before the girls took out a bowl of water, "The Western side of Astrology as you may have heard is a Virgo based on your birthday but on the Chinese Zodiac, your element would be fire based on the season of your birth."

"I don't have time for fortunes," he said.

"Oh it's not about fortunes," replied witch boy, "Just giving your name is a way for me to understand about yourself. You have went through a lot growing up I see…it's just like the other Sousuke I met in the dream."

"W-what are you talking about?" he asked, confused.

"There are more worlds than just this one," explained Watanuki, "Other worlds are there are linked to this one but there are other places outside of this time and space that are disconnected completely. Those that know the nature of time and space knows that there's other realities out there."

"What are you trying to get at?" asked Sousuke.

"This store here grants wishes," he said, "I can grant almost any wish you have in mind…"

"And by 'almost'?" asked Sousuke.

"Well there are limits to how I grant wishes…because everything demands a price," he replied, "The deeper the desire, the heavier the price will be."

Watanuki put an odd-shape, wooden template on the water as it spun a little and shined light.

"Sousuke Yamazaki…you carry a burden in your heart…because of an injury that you've made to yourself…however that injury will become the price that you will need to pay if you believe you should help Rin and the others…"

"The others?" asked Sousuke.

"Rin has moved to Iwatobi to start a new team…he of course though will face his own test with them but they will be united as a team…and one person has yet to come," said Watanuki, "A boy from a foreign land."

"Is Rin in danger!?" gasped the younger boy.

"Rin's doing fine…however, you're not…I can see it in your heart that you wish you could've been his friend still," replied witch boy.

"I…I want to see him again," said Sousuke, "But…I wanted to surprise him one day if he kept on swimming…so we would one day be opponents in the Olympics."

"Yes, that's what your other self said," replied Watanuki, "The other Sousuke wanted to do the same thing but he suffer the same injury you had…and cannot proceed to fulfill that wish completely."

"I want to help him," answered Sousuke, "I want to grant his wish! But…will he even forgive me?"

"He will, if you wish for that," said witch boy, "It is you to decide your future relations with him."

"Is he going to be alright?" asked Sousuke.

"He will be fine once he and the others recover their memories from the past and…regain their powers," he revealed, "Rin and these other boys are not just ordinary humans…they are tied to special beings in this world called the Suiei Gods."

"Suiei Gods?" asked Sousuke.

"Water Gods that have made this worlds' oceans…water…and life," he replied, "The boys are tied to them with powerful magic and with their swimming skills."

Sousuke lowered his head down, wondering if he could at least be of some help for Rin. His ripped shoulder muscle gave him pain every now and then but tried to ignore it. However, if this other self that Watanuki explained was true then…

"I want to fulfill his wish," said Sousuke, "But…it would mean I will have to sacrifice something of value…isn't it?"

"The price you pay must be equal in exchange," answered Witch Boy.

"Then take my arm…" he replied, "Please…I just want Rin to be alive! I don't know how much danger he's in but I don't want him to suffer because of me!"

Sousuke's vision began to blur as he saw himself in the darkness, seeing a group of boys floating side by side of each other. One of them opened its eyes and shared the same eye color as his own…was it…?

"Don't disappear…"

It was from here on out that Sousuke gave his arm to Watanuki and the boy woke up in a strange laboratory of Terran Nost, as they fused him with a robotic arm to his body. However, Sousuke paid another price to remove this memory of the pain for as long as possible in order to further help Rin while only staying in the shadows…hoping that one day, they will reunite.

Present Day:

Chigusa almost cried as she hugged him around, saying, "So you sacrificed your arm for this? For his sake."

"Initially I wasn't sure of what I was doing," he replied, "I didn't know much about this Magic Six or whatever but…after that night, I had a dream…I realized that because the price I paid was rather steep, I was given a chance to redeem myself with Terran Nost and was given an opportunity to start my own living…as well as fulfilling a new dream."

"All I really wanted was for Rin to be happy…but now that I am with you…I need you to be happy," he said, smiling a little, "I may not like what the team has done but I can understand why they did what they did."

Chigusa remained silent for a moment before replying, "You baka…I only wish you could've said this sooner!"

Sousuke locked his lips into hers as they both kissed briefly. The two were finally going to get married soon in a few days so they got up and went back down to the city to practice the rehearsal with Aki and Nitori along with Momo and a handful of other groomsmen and bridesmaids.

December 31, 20XX

Finally, it was the big day for the two weddings as the crowds took in by storm for the seats in the church while Sousuke and Nitori stood by the groomsmen while waiting for their beloved brides to walk in.

As soon as the clock struck 12 PM for noon, the music began to play as the doors open, revealing both Chigusa and Aki in stunning gowns with long veils and beaded designs. Chigusa had a white rose up on her crown while Aki wore a tiara. It almost looked like the two were twins because of their hairstyle but their eyes and faces were a bit different.

Aki moved to the right towards Nitori while Chigusa stood side by side with Sousuke as the two couples smiled happily.

The two couples went through the process of exchanging vows and sharing happiness as well as putting on the rings to each other. Of course, the media and the news went live for this as many people around the world watched with smiling faces. (It was after all, this land was magical and brought the world's attention to this wonderful place).

Finally the two couples shared a kiss as everyone cheered happily and threw confetti and rice into the air as they made their way to the limo, heading up to the "Party Hall" that was nearby from RinRei's house.

Evening: New Year's Party and Wedding Reception

Everyone danced, celebrated, chatted and laughed happily with their friends and family as Nitori and Aki danced around with Sousuke and Chigusa on the dance floor. The air was filled with music and sheer happiness with bright decoration and lights.

Chigusa and Aki both threw the flowers behind in the air, with two random girls catching it and happily excited to marry off their future husbands.

"I'm glad Aki-chan and Sou-chan managed to marry their partners," said Nagisa.

"Yeah…it feels like only yesterday we were racing in Iwatobi…" smiled Makoto.

"It does feel like that," agreed Rin.

Rei nodded while Alex and Haruka smiled a bit as they all waited for the final countdown to the New Year…

The rest of the world was continuing to get ready for the countdown when Easter Lynwin, Australia and Japan were finally on the countdown…

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HAPPY NEW YEAR 20XX!

Makoto and Naigsa shared a nice kiss along with Rei and Rin deep kissing and Haruka and Alex sharing a nice kiss as well. The same was said for Nitori and Aki along with Sousuke and Chigusa.

Gou and Sei stayed just outside the hall to keep the babies asleep while sharing a cute kiss of their own.

"Happy New Year," he whispered to her.

Fireworks were shot and blasted into the air with excitement as everyone around the world watched the TV screens or were partying outside and inside happily for the brand new year to begin.

After all…time only moves from the past…present…and onto the next event…

For the Future!

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2015 FREE!DOM! I am glad I was able to write some "happy stories" for the time being.

Get ready for the ALL-OUT FINALE YOU'VE WAITED FOR! YES! THE FINAL BATTLE OF ALL!

Part 2: The Last Voyage - Begins January 7, 2015!