Author's Note: I'm starting to really enjoy typing this fanfic. I have writer's block on my other fanfics. ;.; You guys are pretty lucky I already have most of the chapters planned out! I hope you guys enjoy the story! ^-^ It's back to starting out the chapter with the folks from Dreamland.
Chapter 5: Need for a Cure
Yoshi's Island
"I wanted pulp-free orange, not this shit!" roared King Dedede.
Blade walked up to the Dreamland King's table and snatched the glass of orange juice from the table. "What the hell is the difference!?"
"There is a HUGE difference, now get me ANOTHER orange juice!"
"I hate you…" mumbled Blade under his breath.
He stomped into the kitchen and tossed the glass cup toward the sink. Sword, who was washing dishes, caught the cup before it was able to break from impact.
"Can you try to be more careful!?" scolded Sword.
"Not my fault King Dedede pisses me off!"
"WHERE IS MY ORANGE JUICE!" roared King Dedede from the dining room.
"Can't your fat ass wait!?" retorted Blade.
"Calm down…" muttered Sword.
"Don't you tell me to calm down! How can I possibly calm down when that son of a-"
"Blade? What is the matter?" asked Jigglypuff.
Sword and Blade turned their heads and saw Jigglypuff entering the kitchen.
"Can you give King Dedede some PULP-free orange juice?" asked Blade.
"Sure," replied Jigglypuff. She poured a glass of orange juice onto a glass cup and walked into the dining room. "Here is your pulp-free orange juice," she said to King Dedede.
"Thank you," said King Dedede after snatching the cup from her hands.
Jigglypuff walked back to the kitchen. "You know, King Dedede isn't so bad when you know how to act around him."
"What are you talking about!? He's horrible! I wish I can quit my job!" shouted Blade.
"But then you'll be unemployed and I know you guys don't want to abandon Meta Knight," said Jigglypuff.
"Crap, you got a point there."
"Well, I only came here to get Meta Knight some of the pancakes you made." Jigglypuff grabbed a plate of pancakes and walked out of the kitchen.
"Damn…we're alone with King Dedede," muttered Sword.
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"Hey SD, you look just as cool as that other yoshi with the different colored eyes! I don't know why everyone thinks it's weird. Does everyone think you're weird?" said Link.
"SHUT UP LINK! You weren't supposed to tell our opinions on her eyes! You gotta learn to keep your mouth shut for just one day!" shouted Toony.
"Wait…aunt? Yoshi, your aunt is Auri?" asked SD surprised.
"Yeah…that's my aunt. Cameo is my uncle. They took care of me when I was a kid…" said Yoshi.
"Toony, do you have any snack with you?" asked Link.
"Cameo, Auri and I had traveled together in our younger days. We're quite a team," said SD, carrying Yoshi on his back.
"Link! If I had a snack, I would have been eating it by now!" retorted Toony.
"Yeah, we knew each other for a long time now…you look exactly like Cameo in his youth, Yoshi. Cameo was brave and strong friend. He even saved my life!" explained SD. "You'd be surprised with what he did. It's been over 12 years since I last seen him. I wonder how he and the others are doing…huh? Hey! I see some light up ahead!"
"I see the light!' shouted Link.
Link began to run ahead, with Toony and the Yoshis following behind. Vincent remained at the back.
"We're almost out!" shouted Link.
"Yeah! Let's hurry!" shouted SD. He ran ahead while still carrying Yoshi on his back. "Cameo…I can't wait to see you and the others again…"
Link ran as fast as he could and emerged into the light.
"Link! Watch out for that tree!" called out SD, but Link had already crashed into the tree. "Good grief, I said watch out!"
Link rubbed his head. "Ow…"
"My family is probably worried sick about me!" cried out Yoshi all of a sudden. He jumped off SD's back and began to run toward the village.
"Hey! Wait for us! You're not fully healed!" hollered SD, chasing Yoshi. Link, Toony, and Vincent followed behind.
"I'm fine!" shouted Yoshi. He continued to run ahead until he entered the village.
"I said wait!" called out SD once again, before he saw that they had entered the village. He looked around the village in awe. "It's been so long since I came here…"
Mario was having a conversation with Cameo outside when he spotted Yoshi and the others by the entrance. "Guys!? Is that you? Where were you guys?" said Mario as he ran up to Yoshi.
"Surprise Link!" exclaimed Zelda. She ran up to Link and hugged him.
"I didn't expect to see you here," said Link.
"Hey uncle! Meet SD! He said he knows you!" exclaimed Yoshi.
Cameo and SD looked at each other. After years of separation, the two friends finally reunited. SD walked up to Cameo. "Cameo…it's been way too long, hasn't it?"
"It sure has been. It's great to see you again. I missed you."
"You guys know each other?" asked Mario.
"Yeah! He and I used to travel together!" said Cameo happily.
"How has everyone been since I left, Cameo?" asked SD, before he saw a yellow yoshi. "Wha…Sirius!?"
"Who are you?" asked Yellow.
"Wha…uh, sorry, you look a lot like someone I know, a Yoshi named Sirius."
"You know my mother?" asked Yellow surprised.
"Your mother…?" He looked at Cameo for an answer.
Cameo lowered his head. "SD…there is something I gotta tell you…"
Yellow and Yoshi also lowered their heads in sadness. The Smashers remained silent; some even lowered their head knowing what was coming.
"Sirius died…" said Cameo.
"WHAT!? HOW!? WHEN!?" shouted SD.
"She was also my mother…I was there when she died…" said Yoshi.
"I…just can't believe it." SD's mind was racing with questions.
"You see, Sirius died giving birth to her second child," said Cameo pointing to Yellow.
"That's awful," said SD. He faced Yoshi and Yellow. "I'm sorry you two…"
"Shino had also run away after her death. He didn't take it so well."
"Shino…man…when did all this happen?" asked SD.
"This happened only a few months after you left," said Cameo.
"Are you even gonna mention about our findings in the ruins!?" interrupted Link.
"Yeah, you go ahead and tell everyone. I need to some time to think." SD walked away and left the village.
"Guys! We found some information on the curse! There is a cure to the curse!" exclaimed Link.
"Really!? Oh this is great! You should contact Meta Knight! He has to know about this too!" said Yellow, excitement growing in her voice.
"Wait…so you know the ones who are cursed?" asked Vincent.
"I never seen you before," said Princess Peach, noticing the unfamiliar black yoshi.
"Oh…I'm not from this village. I was found in the ruins by them. I was looking for the one who killed a friend of mine, but I became lost."
"Oh poor Yoshi!"
"Yeah right," muttered Yoshi.
"I'm sorry about that Yoshi. I was only trying to defend myself," said Vincent.
"Hi there!" greeted Yellow, smiling at Vincent. "So, what's your name?"
"My name is Vincent. It's amazing to be here with the Smashers! I'm a big fan of you guys."
Yoshi rolled his eyes, but Yellow glared at him. "Don't be so rude brother! He said he was sorry. Can't you learn to forgive?"
"That name is very familiar," muttered Cameo.
"Oh well…I never been to this village before," said Vincent.
"Oh and to answer your question Vincent, you're looking at one of the cursed ones right now!" said Link, pointing to the yellow yoshi.
"You're cursed?" asked Vincent.
"And so is another friend, Meta Knight," said Link, "but he's at another planet."
"Yes…unfortunately," said Yellow, lowering her head.
"Link gotta learn to shut up one day," grumbled Yoshi.
"Weren't you that way when we met that other Yoshi?" asked Toony.
"First of all, I thought he was a threat. Second of all, I refuse to allow myself to be beaten by a yoshi in a sword fight!"
"You were beaten by a Yoshi!?" cried out Falco. He burst into laughter.
"Not funny!" retorted Link. "I needed to use the bathroom when I fought him."
"Excuses…"
"Link! There's nothing to be ashamed of! SD is a very good swordsman. Of course he was able to beat you. Don't underestimate us Yoshis," said Cameo.
"At least Yoshi is a Smasher! We Smashers are supposed to be the most powerful fighters in the universe…I'm ashamed of myself…" said Link.
"There, there Link. You'll probably do better next time," said Yellow in a comforting tone to Link.
"Cool, it must be awesome having a brother who is a Smasher," said Vincent to Yellow.
"Yep. I'm practically friends with most of the Smashers," said Yellow. "So, where are you from, Vincent?"
"Me? Well, I'm not too far away," replied Vincent, with a slight uncertainty in his tone.
"That is not enough details!" shouted Yoshi.
"He doesn't have to tell where he's from if he doesn't want too," said Yellow. She faced Vincent. "Don't worry. My brother must be mad because you kicked his butt."
"Actually, I don't really have a home. The friend that died was the one who gave me a home, but now he's dead!" cried out Vincent, his voice breaking. "I have nowhere to go!"
"Oh! I'm sorry about that!" exclaimed Yellow. She hugged Vincent but quickly let go. "Sorry, I'm cursed. I can't really make contact with people."
"Oh Vincent, you don't have a family to be with?" asked Princess Peach.
"Nope," replied Vincent.
"I'm sorry about that," said Mario.
"Yeah, that must be really terrible," said Princess Peach.
Yoshi nose palmed. "I can't believe they are taking in his lies," he mumbled.
"Brother? You don't believe him?" asked Yellow.
"I'm going inside." Yoshi walked into his home and slammed the door shut.
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Jigglypuff and Meta Knight were sitting on the floor together in control tower, looking out into outer space. They were watching the stars, comets and nebulas passing by. Jigglypuff leaned on Meta Knight's shoulder and sighed happily.
"Wow…the stars are gorgeous. I can never get enough of it," said Jigglypuff.
Meta Knight wrapped his cape around her. Jigglypuff blushed, but she snuggled closer to him. The cape brought warmth to her in the cold room. They continued to gaze at the stars. A shooting star passed through the great ship. Jigglypuff's eyes grew wide in amazement.
"Did you see that Meta Knight?" gasped Jigglypuff.
"Yes I have. I believe you should make a wish," said Meta Knight.
Jigglypuff closed her eyes and looked up. "I wish there was a cure for the curse. I want to be with Meta Knight without having to worry. I want us to always be together with nothing stopping us from being together."
Meta Knight smiled under his mask. "I wish for the same."
They both remained silent. Only the faint humming of the engine and the noises from the control panel was heard.
"I hope it comes true, "said Jigglypuff breaking the silence.
Suddenly, Meta Knight's eyes flashed red. He shook himself and continued looking at the stars. He grabbed Jigglypuff's hand and his eyes flashed red again. He wanted to let go of her hands, but he doesn't want to at the same time. The thought of the curse rang in his head, but he quickly shook the thought off. He focused his mind on the wish.
Meta Knight looked at his hand and saw that he was still holding Jigglypuff's hand. His eye flashed red and this time it stayed red.
"I cannot allow this to happen," he thought to himself.
Meta Knight tried to fight back the thoughts, but it consumed his mind. He squeezed Jigglypuff's hand tightly and began to tremble. Jigglypuff looked at Meta Knight.
"What's the matter?" asked Jigglypuff.
Meta Knight did not respond. He withdrew the Galaxia and stood up.
"Meta Knight? What are you doing? Do you sense a threat?" she asked worried.
"P-press the emergency b-button, now," said Meta Knight, having a tight grip on the Galaxia.
"But why?"
"Do so now!" demanded Meta Knight. He spread his wings and glared at Jigglypuff with his menacing red eyes.
Jigglypuff was frozen still from fear, as she gazed at the one she loved. She knew it was curse taking effect. She knew it would happen one day, but that was the risk she knew about. Jigglypuff took a step back. Meta Knight took a step closer.
"Come over here Jigglypuff. Do you believe you can escape me?" taunted Meta Knight in a menacing tone. He pointed the Galaxia at Jigglypuff.
Jigglypuff slowly walked backward. Her mind was panicking. She was helpless. Her fear got the best of her. She only watched as Meta Knight slowly walked toward her. Each step of his brought her closer to death.
"Meta Knight! Please! I know you can fight it back!" shouted Jigglypuff all of a sudden. She was still in fear of her life.
Meta Knight swung the Galaxia, but Jigglypuff jumped out of the way. The pink Pokémon ran toward the elevator, but Meta Knight disappeared using his cape. He reappeared in front of her. Jigglypuff gasped and took a step back.
The elevator door opened. Sword and Blade walked inside, carrying a plate of food. They saw Jigglypuff terror stricken, as Meta Knight approached her.
"Oh no…" gasped Sword.
Sword and Blade ran over to Meta Knight and grabbed him.
"Let go of me!" cried out Meta Knight.
"Thank you so much!" sighed Jigglypuff in relief. She slid to the ground and rested her hand over her chest. Her heart rate began to slow down after the sudden relief.
"We're gonna lock up Meta Knight. I'm sorry Jigglypuff," said Sword.
"That's alright…it was the curse. It was bound to happen."
Sword and Blade dragged Meta Knight into the elevator. Jigglypuff watched as the door closed, taking a last glimpse of Meta Knight.
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SD was sitting by the water's edge staring at his reflection from the clear water. Cameo walked toward the lake and spotted the red Yoshi sitting alone. He ran up to him calling out, "SD!" Cameo stood next to him.
"Oh hey Cameo…" said SD, continuing to stare at the water.
"What is the matter?" asked Cameo with concern.
"What do you think!? If I had stayed here a few months longer, then maybe I could of helped Sirius," replied SD angrily. "If I had just stayed, then Yoshi and Yellow could still have their mother."
"It's not your fault at all. No one could help Sirius," he said before sitting down. "So, do you know the story of the Pure Heart?"
"Not really, but I am curious," he said, still feeling awful about himself.
"You see, this was just a recent discovery, but the Pure Heart runs in my family. Those that are Pure Heart posses great power. Yellow is a Pure Heart."
"What about the curse?"
"Ah the curse…Yellow became cursed after an encounter by a villainess called Shadow Queen. It prevents her from getting close to people."
"That's awful. Things are hard enough without their parents," said SD. He began to remember about the cure he read about in the ruins. "If there is a cure, then maybe…" SD nodded his head. "Cameo…?"
"What is it?"
"I'm going to help them…I'm going to help Yoshi and the Smashers break the curse on Yellow. This is the only way I can forgive myself for not helping Sirius," SD said with a serious look on his face.
"Well, Yellow isn't the only cursed on. It would be great if you can help. I'm sure that is what my sister would want you to do. I still miss her…I loved my sister very much…"
"I will Cameo. I promise you, Sirius, and Yoshi that I won't let your family down again. I swear it." SD looked at the lake again. I'll come back to the village soon, just need some time alone, ok?"
Cameo stood up. "See ya SD!" Cameo headed back toward the village, but little did he knew Yoshi was secretly following the whole time. Yoshi quietly moved through the jungle, making sure he wasn't seen. Cameo was completely unaware of his presence.
Suddenly, someone grabbed Yoshi and slammed him to the tree, unable to move. It was Vincent.
"Why hello there Yoshi," greeted Vincent.
"Vincent!? What the hell are you doing!? Can you let go of me!" shouted Yoshi.
"So, I heard that you found some clues about the curse! I'm sorry, but I cannot allow you to cure the curse!"
"You ca-" Vincent covered Yoshi's mouth to prevent him from saying any more.
"Silence! If you dare mention what I have said, I will wipe your entire generation off the face of the universe! I will kill everyone who runs in your blood line! You don't know who I am and what I'm capable of!" threatened Vincent.
Not far from them, was SD. He was hidden in a large bush, listening to everything that had been said. SD knew he was unable to do anything about Yoshi after what Vincent had said. He didn't want Yoshi to end up worse than what he had seen done to Yoshi in the ruins.
"You barely trust me anyways. I will let you go, but remember what happens if you tell. Do not underestimate me. Now I will go hang out with your sister. She is really nice to me and I'm starting to like her." He dropped Yoshi to the ground. Vincent walked away, leaving Yoshi frozen in far.
SD waited for Vincent to completely disappear off. He ran to Yoshi's side right away. "Yoshi! You alright!?"
Yoshi looked up. "Oh…uh…everything's fine."
"I was there listening to the whole thing, Yoshi, so know. I knew that Yoshi was bad news."
"What you heard!? Oh no…please don't tell! Please! Please! Please!"
"Yoshi, don't worry. I won't let anything happen to you or your family. Besides, I'm not sure the others will believe us," said SD, sitting next to Yoshi.
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Jigglypuff was sleeping soundly in her bed, when the door slammed open. She looked up and rubbed her eyes to see Sword and Blade looking at her.
"Hey Jigglypuff! We arrived at your planet," said Sword.
"We did!?" exclaimed Jigglypuff surprised.
"Yep. Come on, Meta Knight already got your stuff out. He's feeling better now," said Blade.
"Alright." Jigglypuff got out of her bed and quickly fixed it up. She walked out of the room with Sword and Blade.
King Dedede and Kirby were already waiting by the entrance, when they arrived. All off Jigglypuff's luggage stood right by the exit. Jigglypuff walked up to her luggage and grabbed it.
"Are you ready?" asked Meta Knight from behind.
JIgglypuff turned around. "I'm ready."
"I am sorry about what happened earlier. I tried my best to control myself, but I gave in. I cannot forgive myself. Because of what happened, I will not be staying with you. Sword, Blade, and Kirby will accompany you. I will take King Dedede to the Mushroom Kingdom. I am sorry I cannot come, but I believe that we need to be separated for a while."
"Meta Knight…" mumbled Jigglypuff.
"Please do not be sad. I will come back. I promise you. For now, I want you to spend time with your friends and family. Do not worry about me. I am doing this for your sake. I do not want your friend and family to see me attack you again. I am afraid of that happening again. I will miss you Jigglypuff."
"I wanna take a tour of the Kanto region!" shouted Sword in excitement.
"I wanted go to the Hoenn region," said Blade.
Jigglypuff giggled. "Well, I live in the Sinnoh region. I can see if Dawn can get us to go around the Kanto or Hoenn region."
"Awesome!" shouted Sword.
"I understand Meta Knight. I will miss you too. Bye, bye." Jigglypuff walked out of the door, with Sword, Blade and Kirby following behind.
Meta Knight watched Jigglypuff and the others walk out into the airstrip. As soon as they entered the airport, Meta Knight turned around and walked back to the control tower to prepare for take-off.
I hope you guys enjoyed it! ^^ Hehe…Jigglypuff reminds me of myself. Whenever I'm scared, I actually get better reflexes. I REALLY can't wait to start the next chapter! ^.^ I"m so getting into this fanfic. . Don't expect me to make promises though. xD