Chapter Seventeen: Ties

Nabu looked at the pictures of his friends and their offspring and tried to piece them together. Thanks to the report he received from John, he was getting better at memorizing them. First he had to memorize the couples: Bloom married Sky (though he fathered two outside children with Roxy and Diaspro), Musa married Andy, Stella married Helia, Flora was with Anagan, Tecna was somewhat with Palladium, Timmy married Darcy, Brandon was divorced, and the most hurtful, Aisha and Riven were happily married.

Most of the things John told him were things he already knew. Nabu knew that Bloom and Sky married immediately, causing war with Diaspro's realm. They fought and won predominately because of Bloom's dragon flame. During that war, Brandon lost his eye protecting Sky. He had a positive outlook on it. He had protected his friend and leader; to Brandon, it was a badge of honor. Stella didn't see things that way. To her it was a constant reminder of the war; and, she didn't like the fact that his boyish features were marred. The only one who seemed to realize Stella wasn't being vain was Helia. Eventually, their bond turned into more forever ruining their relationship with Flora. Bloom and Sky weren't doing much better. What he didn't know was that Sky started a relationship with Roxy. The affair lasted for years, but once Bloom revealed she was pregnant he ended it without knowing Roxy was pregnant too. Elliott and Leon were born less than three months apart. Elliott was born first making him the heir of both Eraklyon and Domino. Sky didn't even know about Leon until the boys were two. They went to Earth to visit Bloom's adopted parents and ran into Roxy and Leon. Sky was no fool. He know immediately that Leon was his. He was amazed at the boy. He was a perfect blend of Roxy and himself especially his indigo eyes. Leon's wild white hair made Sky think he'd make a great warrior. Sky wanted take Leon back to Eraklyon immediately until he realized the complications. Bloom wasn't having it and neither was Roxy. Roxy was done with being second to Bloom; she wasn't going to let her son be second too. Bloom strictly forbade Sky to legitimize Leon; she threatened to leave him. Without the dragon flame, Eraklyon would fall. Sky always resented Bloom for that, but went along with what she wanted. He felt guilty for what he didn't to Leon; however, he felt Bloom was justified with her feelings. He inadvertently revealed that to Diaspro when they were signing the official end of their war. She'd never liked Bloom so her bashing was welcomed. She convinced him to strike back. So that night he did; only this time, he made sure Bloom knew. Bloom and Sky argued for years. Bloom thought having another baby, Ethan, would solve the problems in their marriage. It'd only made things worse. Sky was furious. He was upset that Bloom thought a new baby would make him forget about Leon and Semiramis. He never forgot and according to the palace workers, he hadn't touched her since.

John knew this information thanks to Leon; they were close friends. Leon knew most of this because of Roxy. She didn't know her mother for many years so she made sure Leon knew his father. Leon always resented Roxy, Bloom and apparently all women for his upbringing. They didn't have a fancy palace or anything. They struggled. He couldn't believe she didn't want him to be legitimized. Leon hated Bloom for her contribution. Roxy later married Bishop and had children with him. Nabu couldn't care less about them. Roxy wasn't a real Winx. Nabu thought that the story of Bloom and Sky was riveting and tragic. He knew Sky was probably behind Elliott and Leon being on the same team. They couldn't grow up together; but they knew each other. It was was almost perfect that Ethan looked so much like Sky; he was a present. He wasn't surprised Elliott and Brandon were on Bloom's side. Bloom always had a cheering squad. They probably should have followed Brandon and Mirta's lead and divorced.

Over twenty years ago and newly single, Brandon went to the White Horse. He ended up running into their old friend Mirta. After a few drinks, they grew from friendly to frisky. It was so enjoyable, that they made it a habit and eventually made a baby. Not realizing what they were getting into, they got married. They figured it would be easy. They enjoyed each other's company; they were friends and attracted to one another. They thought it was enough to be a marriage. Ismene, Mirta, and Brandon lived happily for a while, but eventually Mirta began to miss her home. She didn't like living in perpetual war. She also hated living in the ring of fire while the rest of Eraklyon suffered. She also didn't like Brandon's flirty ways. Brandon hated that she was leaving Eraklyon more for business; he didn't like that she took Ismene with her either. They seemed to grow, but were doing it separately. Eventually, Mirta told him she wanted to move to Andros to help Aisha with fairy and witch relations. Long story short, she left her wedding ring behind.

John was also able to get Nabu details of Flora and Anagan. Topaz told her background to Leon because she trusted him. She had no idea Leon would tell her secrets in casual conversation. Flora met Anagan when he came to assassinate her. He was the only wizard to escape the Omega Dimension. He concentrated his power to vibrate himself through the magical ice atomically. Without the other wizards he became a bounty hunter and in some cases, a contract killer. His speed made him amazing at his job. Flora was the only one of his targets that got away. Flora was a traitor to her country during the Isis-Eraklyon war. Linpheans were supposed to fight along side Isis, but she betrayed her realm and fought for Bloom and Sky. She was sentenced to death soon after. Many came after her, but she chose to stay on Eraklyon to help people. Anagan came after her, but she managed to escape him. Before he could come after her again, he found himself a target. He fought his hitman, but got severely injured. Flora helped him, even though he'd tried to kill her. For a month she nursed him back to health. He fell for her and after repaying the debt several times, she fell for him too. When she became pregnant, he took her to his home in Isis with plans to marry her. He showered her with jewels, furs, cars, and a nursery that would make even Diaspro jealous. Flora was never truly happy because she knew where the money was coming from. Her love make her blind. Eventually, she gave birth to Topaz. When Topaz was four months assassins burned their mansion. Flora and Topaz barely escaped alive. The attack was like a wake up call to Flora. She begged Anagan to give up his life of crime and go back to Eraklyon with her to do good. He didn't want to give up the life they had or his lifestyle. He didn't want her to go either; he wanted it all! Flora left with Topaz and even though Anagan tried several time to drag her back to Isis, she didn't return. She was happy helping people and their modest living. Anagan was too materialistic to live with Flora. Every time he would visit he would come in his best and tried to lure Topaz away with extravagant gifts. He was too greedy to just take his daughter. He wanted it all: his lifestyle, his daughter and the love his life. He won't stop until he gets it.

John didn't know much about Musa and Andy to report. All he knew was that Andy was now a stay at home dad to their five year old daughter Symphony. If she didn't look so much like Musa, one could question if she was their daughter. She was a normal human and didn't have any magical powers. Symphony also didn't have any musical ability. John also didn't know much about Timmy and Darcy; but, he knew Darcy was currently pregnant. John saw the darkness witch when he was visiting Leon. Nabu was surprised by this news. If Darcy was showing, it meant she conceived before she was attacked. The female body was amazing. He wondered how it protected the baby despite the thrashing Darcy received.

"Is that all you need?" John asked anxiously.

"I'm still having trouble remembering who's who." Nabu admitted.

"Bloom and Sky had Elliott (the blue eyed, redheaded specialist) and Ethan (the thirteen year old with baby blue eyes and long blonde hair). Sky and Roxy had Leon. He's the specialist that had indigo eyes and long white hair. Semiramis belongs to Sky and Diaspro. She's the fairy of heavy metals. She has short blonde hair and golden eyes. She looks like a younger and tanner Samara in my opinion. Helia and Stella had Euphoria. I think she's a star fairy. Euphoria's the one with long blue black hair and silver eyes."

"She favors Helia so much it's scary." Nabu looked at the picture of Euphoria. "Of course Stella and Helia would make such a beautiful child." Nabu picked up a picture of Topaz. "Big green eyes, brown skin, and an innocent aura. She's just like Flora. She must be proud..."

John continued with the list. "Musa and Andy have a five year daughter named Symphony. Timmy and Darcy made eleven year old Xavier and are pregnant with another one." John continued, counting off with his fingers. "Xavier is the one with the light brown hair and robotic eyes."

"I remember him." Nabu's eyes grew heavy.

"The witch with the green hair is Brandon and Mirta's daughter, Ismene."

"She's quite fetching as well. My, does she favor Mirta." Nabu shook his head. "I know the last three. Aisha and Riven's children: Regina, Lilane, and Caspian." Nabu's delight turned into condescension "Prince Caspian is 12, curly black hair, blue eyes, B student, athletic and witty. The beautiful Lilane is 15, A student, popular, loved by everyone, has a laugh and smile more peaceful than a day at the beach. She got Riven's purple eyes and pinkish hair, even though hers is lighter. Last, Regina..."

John wrote it in a list: Sky/Bloom-Elliot and Ethan, Sky/Roxy-Leon, Sky/Diaspro-Semiramis, Helia/Stella-Euphoria, Anagan/Flora-Topaz, Andy/Musa-Symphony, Timmy/Darcy-Xavier and new baby, Brandon/Mirta-Ismene, Riven/Aisha-Regina, Lilane and Caspian.

Nabu was impressed. "Thank you, Kevin."

"It's John!"

"Is it now?" Nabu said unconvinced

John took a deep breath. He never spoke out because he wanted Nabu to let go of Pandora, but he had to ask. Nabu didn't seem like a villain, he didn't understand why he was after the second generation. "Are you really out to destroy the second generation? You seem to have more infatuation than hatred."

Nabu didn't answer. He didn't want to.

(A/N) I hope Nabu helped clear up any confusion on who everyone was. I guess you're wondering why Nabu keeps calling John Kevin too. That will be revealed a little later. I also wrote the background for the couples because they were oneshots I once thought of writing, but I have too many incomplete stories to even think about that any time soon.

Next Chapter: After breaking the spell of gluttony, Topaz must decide whether or not to save Leon's life.