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Chapter Eight: Everyone Needs Allies
Stormy moaned in relaxation as she slipped deeper into her bubble bath. She'd never been in a tub she could swim in. When she was done she would wrap in her expensive towel and lay in her comfortable bed. This wizard knew how to live! They ate like royalty and lived like it too. They weren't even in hiding. As long as they stayed in Isis, the only thing that mattered was money. Nabu definitely had plenty of that.
Some times she wondered how long it would last. Every master she had dumped her once they were done with her. Even her so called sisters left her behind. Both of them had lives beyond being a hired hand. Stormy wasn't Darcy; she wasn't able to be her own boss and become famous for brainy advancements. She wasn't Icy either; she wasn't beautiful enough for someone to fall for her or ruthless enough to lead her own coven. She was always the extra, the lackey. The only thing she had going was her temper. Nabu seemed to be different. He told her many times that he was happy she hadn't changed. When she reported the mission a failure as well as report the loss of Icy, she expected him to reprimand and chastise her. It didn't happen. He was kind. He told her that they'd form a better plan and gave her medical attention. She was truly baffled.
Nabu paced back and forth looking at his room. He wrote a list of his friends and their children. It was easiest to dig dirt on Stella, Helia, and their daughter Euphoria. She was the fairy of stars. It was almost perfect that she was one herself. Euphoria was featured in most teen magazines. He already knew she was a pageant queen, model and general celebrity. Her favorite food was spaghetti, favorite color was lavender; she loved moonless nights and dated Prince Elliott for three years before calling it quits six months ago. He couldn't say that the tabloids were completely useless. Apparently the breakup was devastating for her and he found she was afraid of insects. Then there was Timmy and Darcy. He found nothing on their son, Xavier, but several articles on them. The most recent one said Darcy had been hospitalized with many broken bones and a punctured lung, however she was fine. Now that Darcy was out of the way, he considered attacking the boy again. The only thing that stopped him was the option of attacking Symphony. The five year old, human daughter of Musa and Andy. It seemed simple enough. They lived on Earth. He wasn't sure what happened with the other Earth fairies, but he doubted they were anything compared to the fairies in the magical realms. He found a lot of information on Aisha and Riven. There were a couple of biographies based on their union; he thought reading them would help him sleep, but he was wrong. He started to hate Riven. He didn't think the new King of Andros could survive the war he was waging. Even if he managed to force him back with Musa, could they be friendly knowing he'd touched Aisha in ways he hadn't? Riven had fathered three kids with the love of his life: Caspian, Liliane, and that witch, Regina. He never managed to find the identity of the man who impregnated Flora. She didn't marry and basically fell off the grid. He was able to find Brandon and Mirta's marriage license. Tecna was the only one of his friends who didn't have children; however the fooling around with Palladium was something that had to be fixed. The elfish professor was on his hit list.
"Symphony, Xavier, Euphoria, Topaz, Ismene, Caspian, Liliane, and Regina, forgive me, but you are mistakes I must correct. Darcy, Mirta, Andy, and Palladium, please stay out of my way."
"You're talking to yourself again." Stormy muttered.
Nabu laughed. "I am? I thought they were across from me. I guess it's for the best I send people out." Nabu sat in front of Stormy and rubbed his eyes. "On Earth you're legally insane if you can't sleep after three days. I haven't slept since I broke from my coma."
"If that's they case, I hope you never sleep. You might give up your plans if you did that."
"Agreed. Well, just because I won't sleep doesn't mean you can't. Goodnight Stormy."
Regina almost pounded her head into her desk as Professor Palladium went on about his lecture on healing potions. She hated Elliott. She hated him so much! Unfortunately, she could only blame herself, if she had just stuck with the regular fifteen versus showing off she'd be taking notes in Cloud Tower, away from these peppy imbeciles and sunlight. She knew Ismene was having the time of her life. Once class was over she grabbed her empty notebook and stormed towards the cafeteria. She was grateful that the food was edible. At Cloud Tower you'd have to spell the food; it was a survival lesson. Unfortunately, all of her magic hadn't returned. Her body healed faster than any witch or fairy; but, her power took much longer to replenish itself than the average being. It was a secret that not even her parents knew.
A loud thud broke Regina out of her thoughts. "I hate this place!" The formerly green fairy had punched a hole in the castle wall. Semiramis sat underneath it and began to cry.
"You and me both..." She muttered.
Semiramis wiped her tears. "Regina. Hi."
Unfortunately, the Androsian witch didn't remember her name. "Glad to see you no longer green."
"I hate that color now." Semiramis laughed.
She thought of Ismene. "I always have." She continued her journey towards the cafeteria. The blonde followed her. Regina balled her fist and tried to gather enough energy to push her away, but it wasn't happening. "Why are you following me?"
"Oh, I thought that we could eat lunch together. You know, discuss our hatred for this place." She bit her lip. "Honestly, I just hate anyone seeing me in my weak moments and feel like I need to explain myself."
"...I can respect that."
"Awesome." Semiramis walked beside her and grinned. "By the way, my name is Semiramis. Something tells me you forgot."
Regina grinned back. She liked this Semiramis girl.
Meanwhile...
Cold eyes from the son of dragon's fire
Stabbing pain from a heart once whole
A thousand "I'm sorry"s for a moment of greed
One lifetime gone.
Euphoria closed her book and sighed. It probably wasn't the wisest decision for her to venture into the forest by herself; but, she couldn't help it. She needed her space. She couldn't get that on campus. She felt more at peace writing in sunlight. If she had it her way, this is what she'd do for the rest of her life; however, there were things more important than her feelings and she accepted it. A twig snapped. Euphoria sat up and looked around. For a brief moment she felt immense power. There was something about it that made her stomach flip. Although the feeling had passed she transformed to be safe. Her hair wrapped itself into one ponytail while stars fluttered around her chest creating a sparkling red tank top and then her bottom to make an orange jag skirt. Her orange boots with red bottoms appeared with a bright light. Once her transformation was done she popped her leg up and smiled. Euphoria fluttered her wings and went to follow the strong disturbance.
Topaz was studying when she heard her phone buzz. It was supposed to be for emergencies; but, her mother knew once she went to Alfea it would be used for recreational college life. She was making friends; but, only four people had her number: her parents, Euphoria, and Leon. She blushed realizing who it had to be. He called her everyday after she gave it to him. He still made her nervous. He was an older boy and her first love interest. She didn't know how to conduct herself. Euphoria told her he was bad news; but, she didn't sense anything wrong when he spoke to her. Topaz knew evil. "Hi Leon."
"Hey, beautiful. What are you doing?" His suave voice replied.
She sighed happily. "I'm studying. What about you?"
"Just got back from working out, thinking that maybe I should stop by and see you later."
Topaz looked at her books. "Tonight?"
"Yeah." Leon said. "You'll still be up right?"
"Well, I do have an early class-"
Leon laughed. "Early class, that's cute. Look I have missions everyday this week; you know how important those are right?"
"right..."
"I'm doing the best I can squeezing you in tonight. So, will I see you, beautiful?"
"Yes. I'll see you tonight."
"Great. I'll call back when I get there."
He hung up before Topaz could respond. She went back to her textbook. She didn't like staying up late; that was more of Euphoria's style. When she thought about it, Euphoria was older and more experienced. She was a junior and the most popular girl in Alfea, if not Magix. Maybe she should stay up later. It was what normal college girls did. Plus Leon was busy. Topaz figured she should be grateful that such an attractive man would want her in the first place. The sudden vibe Topaz got made her stop working. She without looking up; she knew who it was. "Dad!" She jumped out of her seat and hugged the bulky man.
He smiled at her; overwhelmed with pride. Topaz had her mother's goodness and innocence; but, she looked like a female version of him. To see her in college amazed him. It seemed like yesterday he was giving her piggyback rides and now she was a lady. Her fairyness he could do without, but grew to accept. "College already."
Topaz smiled and didn't let go of him. "It's a huge change; but, I'm starting to like Alfea. I'm making a lot of friends and I think I have a boyfriend."
"You don't have a boyfriend." He affirmed. "Nobody asked me if they could date you."
She huffed and looked up at him. "We aren't at the parent meeting stage. He's a good guy, a Specialist."
"Don't tell me he's shy and sensitive?" He said, loaded with disgust.
"No, he's forward, flirty, and flattering. Kinda like you are to mommy."
"Forward, flirty, and flattering huh? You don't want a relationship like mine and your mother's. In fact if you're still calling her "mommy" you don't need a relationship, period. I'm gonna run."
Topaz frowned and felt her heart break. "Already?"
The darker man nodded. "Yep. I'll see ya later. That boy of yours better treat you right. Because if he doesn't... I'll kill him."
In a flash, Topaz's father was gone. She swallowed and tried not to tear up. It was always like that. He would visit for five minutes and disappear. The only time he stayed long was when he visited her mother. He loved Flora. She loved him too. They just disagreed on the directions off their lives. Flora wanted to do good and he wanted to advance himself. He'd acquired a lot of wealth and now lived in Isis. He'd always come, dressed in velvet with expensive and impractical gifts. Then he'd try to tempt Flora to live with him. She always said no. As long as people suffered on Eraklyon, she'd stay put. She'd offer him the inverse. She'd beg him to stay with her and their daughter and do good. He always said no and would leave once Flora slept. Topaz was always awake when he left. Sometimes she wished that he'd take her with him; but, her father was too greedy. He wanted all or nothing.
Euphoria flew in thirty seconds after he left. She scanned the room and fluttered above Topaz. "Did you feel that crazy energy? I thought it was here; but, it's gone."
"Umm, that was my dad."
"Oh really? Darn, if I were just a little quicker." Euphoria muttered. She still wanted to know who Topaz's father was.
"It's okay. Just forget about him. Can you help me pick out an outfit to wear for Leon tonight?"
Euphoria folded her arms. "I'll help you, but don't stay out too late." She didn't trust Leon. She didn't care if he was a Winx son. He was bad news. She didn't understand why Topaz didn't see it.
"I promise." It was a school night after all. She couldn't wait to see him. One thing she learned from her father was that time was sacred. She just hoped this man wouldn't leave like the other did.
(A/N) The next Aisha/Riven story I write, Nabu will be alive. I truly believe they could be together even if he was in the way. I pushed back, Xavier because I didn't like the flow of the chapter. I practically gave away Topaz's dad. When typing I had to backspace a couple of times because I typed his name. This was definitely a filler chapter.
Next Chapter: New villian!
