The Legend of Yellow Chapter 16: Boss 01: Liger Queen, a pokémon fanfic

The Legend of Yellow

By: hydro-serpent58

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Chapter 16: Boss 01: Liger Queen

Yellow P.O.V.

I took a breath and gingerly stepped through. It was sweltering hot! I looked around amazed. The room was huge! It was circular and was made from the canyon and cliff merged into one. There were dried up lava rocks here and there and thin lava streams oozing out of the ground here in there in criss-crossing patters. I looked up and found myself unable to see the ceiling. All I saw was a dark abyss. Suddenly I felt tiny hands yanking on my sleeve. "Yellow look!" Mist cried pointing. I looked and felt my breath hitch. There, in the middle of the room was a white Greek looking alter. Laid delicately on top of the alter was a diamond shaped jewel. It was medium-sized and was lime-colored. Inside the jewel twinkled mysterious power. It caused it to glow making it the most beautiful thing in the room. "Celebi's Gem..." Mist whispered in awe. Even this far away I could sense immense power radiating off of it. It's the same color as Celebi I briefly took note of in my mind. "We better go get it now, after all, remember what Crystal said? She said there was a great beast here guarding the gem. I don't think it's here yet, but we better hurry before it comes back." Mist whispered. I nodded and carefully crept towards the center of the room which was where the gem laid. As I came closer and closer I began to get more and more uneasy. What is this uneasy feeling? But I simply shook it off until I reached the alter. I paused hovering over it. Something's not right... "Yellow, hurry up and take it!" Mist hissed. I shook my head and reached for it, the the feeling kept chewing at the back of my brain. It's too easy...it's almost like- Suddenly when I was about to touch it I heard a great "ROOAARR!" My eyes widened whipping around and scanning the room. I didn't see anything. Could it be invisible? I thought frantically. Suddenly the alter and jewel disappeared from sight. It was then realization dawned on me. It was an illusion! Instantly I felt the ground vibrating. "Yellow, it's a trap!" Mist screamed. Suddenly I was smacked with an amazing force, I couldn't see anything but I knew I had been hit. As I recoiled was sent flying backwards. Thoughts replayed through my mind. That uneasy feeling...I shouldn't have ignored it! My instincts were telling me I was being watched...and I played right into the trap. I sensed something was not right yet I failed to realize it was a fake to begin with... I landed ruffly on the ground sliding and tumbling backwards kicking up some dust as I was tossed violently like a rag doll. "YELLOW!" Mist cried rushing to my side. I gritted my teeth as I winced. Brand new scrapes and bruises now covered my body. Slowly, I staggered but managed to get up. "I'm fine." I said with a sigh. I dusted myself off before looking around. I heard growling and pawing here and there...we weren't alone. Something was definitely there stalking us. One problem, just where was it?

But I wasn't about to wait for long, suddenly a heard a mighty "ROOAARR!" I shielded my eyes as the roar sent sharp winds my way. It caused my hair to tumble out of my hat so it swung wildly around my shoulders. My hat was no different, but somehow it managed to stay on. I opened my eyes in half slits as the wind sharply bit at me. Suddenly a majestic beast appeared. It descended slowly but made its presence know as it flapped its wings causing more air to rush at the poor girl. Yellow flinched but when she opened her eyes again she couldn't help but gasp. There stood a big cat about 10x the size of an average Gyarados. It was a lioness that had eagle-like wings and had the Crest of the Sun on it's chest. It's eyes were a stunning shade of turquoise and it's wings were made out of maroon feathers. Black zig-zagged lines that resembled lightning covered it's body and it's fur was silver. In the middle of his head was a peridot in the shape of a rhombus. I landed on the ground and let out a vicious roar. I froze as I felt my body tense.

This was what was guarding the gem? A huge...giant...large...big...gigantic...enormous...thing. It was 2560in. for crying out loud! I let out a gasp as I took a step back. Mist's jaw dropped. "A Liger Queen..." She murmured. I couldn't peel my eyes away from the magnificent creature, it was just so...captivating. "Yellow, we gotta move now!" The pixie cried snapping me out of my trance. "Oh, right." The beast had been eying the girl ravenously, suddenly it leapt out trying to pounce on the girl. "AHHHHHH!" Mist and Yellow screamed in unison. As the beast landed dust was kicked up into the air. The force of the landing sent shock waves vibrating through the ground. Not used to shaky ground, the blonde ended up falling unto her butt. The lioness had landed just inches away from her, it was too close for comfort. "Yellow! Get up and attack!" Mist cried. I nodded and shakily jumped up before lashing out at the creature. I started out by slicing and cutting up the first front two paws. The queen roared before squatting away at Yellow as if she were a pesky flee. It ended up meeting its mark as its paw collided into the girl sending her reeling back. She got a ruff landing as she was sent tumbling away like a tumble weed. As at last she slowed down and slid to a stop the girl looked more battered than ever. She hurriedly stood up and ran before its snapping jaws caught her. As she ran around the room Yellow called out to Mist. "How the hell am I gonna defeat it?" Mist was biting her lip. She hadn't expected a Liger Queen of all creatures to be guarding the gem. "Hold up, I need to think!" The pixie called back. "Well time is not what I have, look out her it comes again!" Sure enough once again it pounced. Luckily Yellow only stumbled while she was running and didn't fall this time like before. As it landed near her she decided it was best to run off in the other direction until she got a game plan going. Mist flew around desperately trying to think of something. She needed to help Yellow and fast! As she looked wildly around something caught her attention. There, at the top near the roof were some branches growing. The pixie grinned. Bingo

"Mist, I really need some help here!" The girl cried. The lioness was getting tired of pouncing and instead started to chase her. Every time as it zeroed in on her she had to either run straight toward a wall and sharply cut to the side as the beast ran into it or duck under the legs as it ran toward her which was very risky considering the fact she could get squashed or run over. Sometimes when she tried that it would lower it's head and snap it's jaws at her revealing 50 razor sharp teeth. "Yellow, use the branches, I distract it!" The pixie cried as she focused her magic. Yellow blinked and looked wildly around before noticing the branches. "Okay!" She cried. She got out her grappling hook and started to swing it. They were very high up and she needed to gather as much speed as she could before she could throw it. She just hoped it was long enough and that it could cover that much distance. After all, its hard enough to aim while you're running. As she got ready to throw it she winked at Mist who nodded. Suddenly large vines grew out of the ground and tangled up the queen. It roared in protest as the vines tangled up the legs rendering them useless. As it struggled to get out Yellow threw the rope. It shot through the air and cleanly latched unto the branch. With one clear jump she swung into the air and as she swung she climbed up higher while the rope swiveled this way and that. That you so much Luke! I silently thanked the pirate for those training lessons. Mist grinned but struggled to keep the monster a bay. She's getting real agitated The pixie surveyed. By now the Liger Queen was real pissed. She had just about enough of this. Suddenly, she opened her mouth and flames came out. Mist gasped as the vines were burnt to crisp and she easily tore the dead plant to shreds. That made Mist's heart break. After all, she was a garden pixie. Yellow's eyes widened. That thing breathes fire? She thought making a 'wtf' look. The beast looked up at her and roared. She suddenly let out a stream of flame straight out at Yellow. Immediately she used her shield to block out the fire. But it kept coming. Great, now what? Suddenly and idea struck Yellow.

She grinned and started spinning. Due to the air the spinning had caused it made the fire moved towards Yellow, however; using her shield to keep the flame away form her body the flame wrapped around her nicely like a protective coat. Soon she was in the middle of a fire twister. The beast stopped feeding its flame into the twister and stared wide eyed. It wasn't the only one, Mist had never seen anything like this. Suddenly still swinging from the grappling hook she brought the twister and smacked straight into the beast. It cried out in agony as part of its body was burnt. But Yellow wasn't finished. While the fire burnt the animal she used her sword to cut away at the flesh. The thing was, she was cutting at it in different directions. It would look foolish to anyone since you would normally just focus on one spot, but not Yellow. She was trying to find its weak point. The beast screamed as its opened flesh was soon consumed by fire. Suddenly it flapped its wings and blew out the fire protecting Yellow. Uh oh... It roared flapping its wings harder making the air currants toss the rope around vigorously. Yellow had to hold on for dear life. It then lifted up its mighty paw which unsheathed revealing deadly claws. It took a whack at Yellow and met its mark. The impact sent Yellow smashing hard into a wall. Cracks surrounded Yellow's body as she had crated a deep dent. The blonde cringed in pain but she was still holding unto the rope. Miraculously the claws hadn't pierced her or cut the rope. Her hat slowly fell to the ground while Yellow just stayed there unconscious. "YELLOW!" Mist screamed. Limply the body fell unconsciously as gravity pulled her down. "YELLOOOOW!" Mist screamed even louder. The Liger Queen brought her head underneath the place where Yellow's body would surely fall. She opened her gaping mouth ready to swallow the girl once she fell inside. Slowly Yellow opened her eyes just to find herself falling straight towards the lioness' open mouth. The 50 razor sharp teeth glinted welcoming in her by all means. Oh well, I have to at least try... With the last ounce of strength she had she managed to monouver in mid-air and avoid the mouth. Instead she fell straight for the beast's forehead. Using her sword she brought it down stabbed the sword straight into the peridot. A cracking sound could be heard as the sword pierced through the precious stone and into the beasts head. Bingo, she had found the weak point. Time seemed to freeze for a moment. And then with one last deafening roar the beast fell to the ground. It's body collapsed with a loud thud. Shaking the entire ground sending some dust flying. As it settled there laid Yellow on her knees with her hands still gripping the sword. It was still plunged deeply into the beast's head. The girl was panting hard and sweat rolled off her neck. "Yellow?" Mist whispered as she flew closer. The beast didn't stir. "Is...it dead?" She asked quietly. Yellow stared as the monster under her before slowly getting up and drawing the sword out. As she did she saw the blade was stained with scarlet red blood. She almost puked as the sight. She wiped it off on the fur of the lioness' head before jumping off. "Y-yellow?" Mist asked uncertainly. The girl didn't say anything as she just stared at the ground. What was this feeling? She had killed numerous monsters before this one yet...she turned to glance at the lifeless beast. Why do I feel so guilty?... When the girl didn't respond Mist looked at the girl sadly. She picked up the fallen hat and placed it on the girl's head but she didn't seem to notice. She knew when Yellow had first started killing monsters the girl wasn't that affected, even when she had first started to learn how to fight the girl wasn't hesitant. And now, the consequences were starting to affect her. The pixie was wondering when Yellow would start to feel guilty for all the killing she was doing, and now it had finally come. She hadn't expected it to be this late but now she had finally killed her first boss. She had stared at the creature in awe...it had been so captivating to her...so, majestic so,...innocent. Mist sighed. Curse you Kurai Kurayami for making this beast your puppet Mist thought fiercely. the Ligers were feared for their craving for human flesh, but they were animals just like any other. Eating humans was the same for a cat eating fish. But...he stripped this queen away from her heard and brain-washed her to guard the gem...how revolting could he get. She was sure when the time would come he would send one of his minions to collect the gem and then he would have no need for the lioness' and he would just order the servant to kill her. The thought made Mist shudder. How cruel this Dark Lord was, how very cruel indeed...

Suddenly-"Yellow?" The girl snapped out of her trance from hearing the different voice. The two looked toward the entrance and saw a certain blue-head girl. "C-crystal?" Yellow asked surprised. The girl looked from Yellow to the Liger Queen then back again. "You...killed it?" Yellow's voice hitched in her throat. "I-I..." Without a word the crystal-eyed girl rushed over. She embraced the girl making the blonde freeze in shock. "Crystal?" The blue-head pulled away smiling with tears gathered just at he corner of her eyes. "I was so worried! I rushed back to the Larks and told them everything. They were shocked but told me it was alright because you were the chosen one. And that you could do it, they believed in you." The olive-eyed girl stared in shock. They...believed in me? "They tried to stop me, but I told them that I promised you that I would come back as soon as I could right? So I practically sprinted all the way back. I was in such a hurry, once I passed the cell where I was last imprisoned I was worried I had lost you and that you were too far ahead. But...I guess you were. You defeated the boss all by yourself...I'm sorry. I was too worried. I should have believed in you like the Larks." Crystal said with and ashamed face. Yellow was speechless. Slowly, as the words started to sink in the guilty feelings washed away. The blonde smiled warmly back. "Don't worry! When I defeated it it was by luck! I'm glad you came back for me though." Crystal blinked but smiled back. She would never know how much her words saved me. "Wait...where's the gem?" Mist asked suddenly. This got both girls attention. "That's right! I totally forgot about that while I was fighting." The pixie frowned. "Something's wrong, usually when the boss is defeated whatever its guarding should be unhidden right away." "Then, does that mean..." "ROOAARR!" They whipped around to she the lioness slowly get up. It's eyes were ablaze with anger as it flapped its wings. Crystal gasped. "I thought it was dead!" "Apparently not." Mist responded dryly.

"Mist take care of Crystal, looks like it came back from the dead." I said adjusting my hat. It was go time. "Matte!" I turned to look at Crystal. "Yellow, I can help!" She gripped her whip with determination. "Cyrs..." My eyes softened. "It's alright, I'm the chosen one so I can handle it. You've helped me enough already, you won't believe how much help that grappling hook has been." Crystal pouted. "Demo—" "Crystal please." The blue-head gave me a hard looked before sighing. "Fine...just don't get killed." I grinned. "Deal." With that I turned back and charged at the beast delivering blow after blow on it. The queen roared using her flamethrower in retaliation.

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Crystal P.O.V.

Mist and Crystal just watched from the side lines. The girl was frustrated that she couldn't do anything. Mist who had been watching the fighting frowned. "This isn't going to work." "Huh?" I looked at the pixie. She was watching the battle with a very intent look in her eyes. "The Liger Queen is too persistent, Yellow has to kill her in one swift blow but she can't do that alone. I doubt any of her Pokémon can pull it off either." My eyes widened. "So what you're saying is..." "Yellow will lose if it continues like this." I gaped. "No..." I watched sempai wince and cringed at times, but she always made a combat slicing the lioness or making it run into a wall. But it was evident she was tired. She hadn't drunk a red potion or any Gostone Milk when the lioness was out cold so she was extremely tried and her movements were slower than ever. The Liger Queen, though in the same state, was fueled by her anger so it was like she was the one refreshed and was hurting Yellow more than the damage the blonde was giving the beast. Crystal now saw what the pixie was talking about. The girl was already breathing hard, unable to catch her breath yet still moving. If this didn't stop it could result in permanent brain damage since it wasn't getting enough oxygen. I could bet 1 million pokédollars that her pulse was too fast for its own good. Her poor heart was working to hard.

I clenched my fists. I wanna help...I really do, but what can I do? All I have is a whip and I doubt I could do more damage than Yellow's doing right now with or without my Pokémon... I kept clenching and unclenching my fist. I felt so...useless. Like before when I was thrown from Foxie like a rag doll. I couldn't do anything...I couldn't protect myself and Silver from that monster in the fortress...I couldn't stop Gold from being kidnapped...I couldn't even get out of that stupid cell for crying out loud! I gritted my teeth. Dang it! I wish I could do something! "You can." Huh? Suddenly a bright green light appeared in front of me. What the-? "You can do something." Out of the light a figure started to form but she couldn't tell who it was. "What do you mean, and who are you!" "Crystal you must calm down. You already know who I am." The figure replied. I soon saw a silloutte but I still couldn't figure out who it was. "What do you mean? And how did you know what I was thinking?" I said slowly. "Wait...how the hell do you know my name?" "I know because our fates intertwine. You destiny connects to mine and you play a very important role. You must help Yellow." The being said as I suddenly saw it's eyes. My breath hitched. No way... "C-celebi?" I asked in disbelief. The light faded into a dim glow that looked like aura surrounding the Pokémon and then the Pokémon flew down right in front of me. However, it was transparent...I could see right through the Guardian of the Forest. "What's going on?" I asked regaining my composure. "Crystal, this is me in my Spirit form. I've come to help you awaken your power. You must use it quickly!" "Matte, nani?" I asked confused. "Crystal close your eyes and think. When the Larks took you in why did they accept you immediately? Why did you feel safe with them? Why were you treated like a fellow islander? Why did you feel happy with them? Crystal, you must think and answer these questions!" I frowned with my eyes closed. "I don't know! It just...happened that way!" I replied. "Crystal, you're looking at this the wrong way. Don't look with your brain, look with your heart." Her words echoed in my mind. "Don't look with you brain, look with your heart."

Why is she asking me such questions, how am I supposed to know! I thought irritatedly. But slowly, I began to wonder. Why did I feel so safe and secure when I met them? I mean, they were strangers yet they just took me in. They could've just let me drown but they didn't...they didn't look at me like I was a monster even though I was different...why? "You're looking at this too hard. Even the most difficult answers have the most simple answers." Celebi said gently. What does she mean? I know people use that saying a lot but-no. Crystal calm down! Listen to yourself, you sound like a 3rd grader! I took a deep breath and thought about all the time I spent with the Larks. This reason I felt some safe and secure was because...the feelings came naturally. They same was true for them, they didn't feel alien around me, instead we felt familiar with each other. That's why we accepted each other not as strangers, but as friends. But, why did we get those feelings? Why were they natural, where did they come from? Suddenly the answer dawned on me. "It's because...I'm one of them." Celebi smiled. "Yes you are, you're not alone Crystal. And you're not useless. You have friends who care deeply about you and don't want you to get hurt. But even if they resent what you're doing, give them a helping hand behind their back. If they won't accept it in the open let in accept the help in the shadow. You have an important role Crystal, and nothing can change that. You are needed." A fuzzy warmth came inside me as I smiled. I'm needed...and I can do things...I can help Suddenly I began glowing as my aura became visible. "You've done it Crystal! You've awaken your hidden power, now help Yellow!" The Pokémon cried. Mist stared in awe. "Crystal...you have magic?" The pixie asked in both surprise and admiration. She then turned her head and gaped at the Guardian of the Forest. "AH! Celebi-sama!" She cried quickly bowing her head. The Pokémon giggled. "It's alright young pixie." The Pokémon replied using telepathy.

Crystal's blue aura shone brightly. The girl smiled allowing her magic to embrace her. I'm one of them...and I'm proud of that Suddenly the magic encased Crystal and she glowed a brilliant blue. She then changed right then and there. Her hair became straight and longer and it flowed around her body. Her pale skin shone brightly under the blue light making it stand out. Her clothes disappeared and her hair wrapped around her body and became feathers. Her figure shrank and her arms became wings. Her legs transformed into black ones that held sharp talons. Her face morphed and her nose and mouth became one as transformed into a beak. She grew a long tail that sparkled. When the bright light faded she was no longer human, instead she was a bird.

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Yellow blinked as she noticed a light. Her eyes widened as she saw Crystal began to glow. "Crys?" She asked as she dodged a swipe from the beast. The Liger Queen sensed the strong magic presence and turned her head to where the blue-head was standing. Suddenly, the blue light flashed so bright Yellow had to shield her eyes. When it faded into a visible color the blonde gasped. There stood a beautiful bird. It's feathers were a stunning blue, the same color as Crystal's hair. Her stomach was made of white feathers that resembled snow. Her tail looked like the feathers were made of ice. All in all, Crystal had morphed into a legendary bird. "KEEE!" The bird screeched. Mist stared. "She's and Animorph..." She muttered. Celebi just smiled. "That fits her very well. Crystal the legendary Ice Bird. Articuno couldn't compare with her beauty." The Liger Queen stopped and snarled at Crystal. "ROAAR!" "KEE!" She cried giving a battle cry before zooming in. Yellow gasped. "CRYSTAL?" Crystal flew around the lioness like a pesky fly annoying the hell out of the queen. The lioness roared using its flame but the bird simply dodged using Drill Peck and Steel Wing. The Liger Queen was pissed more than ever now. First the blondie tries to kill it and now this stupid bird is messing with it. Well to bad, she was gonna give them a very hot death bed. It was time to use her more powerful attack. The lioness let out a roar as the cracked peridot glowed. Suddenly, the thin streams of lava started became thicker and started bubbling as the oozed out. The room filled with tension and then the heat became unbearable. Yellow stood where she was ignoring this factor until Mist flew over and grabbed her arm. "Yellow, we have to get out of here before this whole place blows!" The blonde snapped her gaze back to the pixie. "Okay, but how?" "If you'll allow me." Said a voice. They turned to see the spirit still floating there. Yellow gasped. "Celebi? How is this possible?" "No time for that, come on Yellow!" Mist urged. Suddenly the ground started to shake as the entire room started to crumble and shake from the powerful vibration. "Let's go!" The spirit glowed green using her power encased Yellow and Mist in a calming green light. In a few moments, all three figures vanished.

Suddenly the cracks in the floor where streams of lava flowed burst. Large jet streams of lava erupted from the cracking earth. The Liger Queen roared as the entire room filled with lava. And then it all shot up. Crystal had no where to go but she calmly stayed in one place as in seconds the lava reached her. The pressure of the lava was so great the it pushed it's way the roof resulting in it exploding.

Outside the a light appeared and as it faded there stood three figures. Yellow blinked looking around. "You teleported us outside?" Mist on the other was in awe. "You truly are a goddess." Celebi just laughed. "It's nothing special." Suddenly the entire island started vibrating. "What the-?" The Larks rushed out and all stared at the volcano as if expecting something. Then it happened, lava burst out of the volcano bursting past the roof melting it to crisp in seconds. The volcano had erupted. It was the core of the volcano...Yellow realized Crystal was still there. "CRYSTAL!" She screamed but the loud rumbling of the volcano drowned her voice out. The Larks couldn't do anything but watch as the lava oozed out. Suddenly, two things flew out of the erupting volcano. Yellow felt her heart leap. There flying out of the volcano was Crystal still in her bird form!...followed by the Liger Queen. How had she done it? Well, I'll tell you:

Flash Back

As the lava shot straight at Crystal she simply folded her wings and a protective blue magical shield appeared. It was what you people called Safe Guard. The lava couldn't penetrate the shield, so instead it went around and continued up. Then it burst through the roof. The liger saw the bird unharmed and roared in rage. She then flapped her wings and flew at the bird. Seeing this Crystal also flew away an that began that chase.

End Flash Back

As they followed the lava out they flew around in the free sky. The Liger Queen was roaring with ferocity and was shooting flames at her but she simply dodged. Everyone on the island watched waiting to see who would be the victor.

Crystal had enough of running away. It was time to show everyone what she could do. So she opened her mouth and out came a crystal-like fire. It was like Ice Beam, Water Gun, and Flame Thrower merged into one. It was her own version of the attacks. It was Crystal Fire. As the beam was shot and hit the Liger Queen she roared in protest. She tried her own flame but it went out thanks to the water incorporated into the attack. In the end the Liger Queen was then encased in a swirling vortex of water unable to breathe yet was surrounded by fire that was burning her alive. The two different sensations made her go crazy. Finally she was unable to escape because she was trapped in a block of ice. Crystal Fire my friends, is one genius move. Who would've thought ice, water, and fire could work so well together? With one final roar the beast was defeated . It's body fell to the ground kicking up dust on the impact. And then in a few moments it puffed into smoke. She then turned her attention to the volcano. She flapped her wings before light blue wind appeared sparkling like snow flakes. As it fell unto the lava it hardened and soon the lava was no longer flowing and just hardened magma. She had defeated both the Liger Queen and stopped the volcano from melting the entire island. She then flew down to the ground and once again she was surround by her magic and aura. When the bright light disappeared she was once again in human form. She let out a sigh and then turned to smile at Yellow. "Gomen, I didn't listen to you." She said sheepishly. The blonde stared at her for a moment before grabbing her hands. "Crystal, that. Was. AWESOME!" She yelled jumping up and down like a kid. Crystal blinked before grinning. "I know right?" She smirked. Suddenly a glowing thing appeared. They turned their heads and gasped. It was Celebi's Gem! It floating in front of them until Yellow stepped out and reached out for it. As soon as she touched it, it stopped glowing and fell into her awaiting arms. Yellow stared at it for a moment to make sure it was real before cradling it in her arms. "We did it." She whispered. Soon the entire island was filled with cheering. Yellow looked up startled to see all the Larks cheering. Yellow blushed tilting her hat down to hide her expression while I merely waved. Like Yellow said, we did it. I looked up to see Celebi smiling at me and then like that she was gone. Light and everything. I looked around but didn't see her anywhere. I sighed in disappointment before I heard-"We'll meet again." Said a gentle voice. I blinked but smiled. Celebi...

"Thank you for everything, thanks to you Celebi's Gem have been recovered and our temple shall transform back. Plus, you also stopped the volcano. We are forever in your debt." Rox finished. He bowed followed by the rest of the Larks. We both blushed. "It was nothing really. Thanks for letting us borrow the gem though." Yellow said. They nodded of course. Rox then turned to me. "You've had quite an excitement, why don't you rest for today then we'll have a celebration tomorrow. You can go back to work after that." I glanced at Yellow. She looked crest fallen. Her eyes darkened in disappointment and was looking at me as if she was gonna cry. Mist was also giving me a sad face but she was trying to hide it. Such a thoughtful pixie, hiding her emotions so I wouldn't be troubled. I turned to look at Rox and smiled. "I'd love to! But, I'm afraid I won't be staying here anymore." Everyone looked at me surprised. "You won't?" I shook my head. "You see, originally I came to the Magical world with Yellow and all our friends. Even though I was working here, my goal still hasn't changed." Rox studied me for a second before nodding his head in understanding. "I understand." He smiled warmly. "If you must go then go. I won't stand in your way." I smile widened. "I'll never forget you, and thank you guys for everything! I owe you all so much!" They smiled. "Of course, but we owe you just as much back." I turned to Yellow. "Well, when are we leaving?" She blinked but then stared. "You mean...you're coming with me?" "Of course! Where else would I go?" Suddenly she flung her arms around me. "I'm so glad! If so weren't coming I don't know what I would do!" I felt one tear hit my check. I smiled guiltily. Dang it Crystal! You just made Yellow cry! My conscience shouted at me. I sighed in my head. I know, I made her sad and afraid for no good reason. Good you admitted it, now make her stop crying for crying out loud! My conscience yelled. I mentally rolled my eyes. "Baka, I would never leave you. So stop crying." I said wiping away a tear. She sniffed but gave a weak smile.

"You have it!" The sparrowman said cheerfully. I saw Yellow nod. "Yeah, mind you it wasn't easy." Mist said glaring at the sparrowman. I blinked. "Uh Yellow, who's this?" "Huh? Oh! Kitt meet Crystal, Crystal meet Kitt. Crystal is my friend who will be traveling with us from now on. Kitt is a sparrowman who rescued me and Mist when Foxie threw us from the fortress. He's helping us." She explained. I nodded and looked at the magical being. He had a mysterious aura around him...but I sensed he was good at heart. I smiled. "Nice to meet you." "It's nice to meet you as well." I would relax my guard around him, after all Yellow and Mist trusted him. But until I figure out his true purpose, I wouldn't let myself spill too much information around him. "Okay Kitt, where do we go now?" He smiled. "Next we go to a place called Forest Haven." I blinked. "Forest Haven?" He nodded. "Yes, the next thing we need to collect is there. However, It is impossible to get there from here because right now the currants are going south. We need them to go east but they won't. So...we have a problem." Mist sighed. "Now what?" "Perhaps I can offer some assistance." We turned to see Rox standing there. "Rox!" I said surprised. "What are you doing here? I thought you already left." He smiled. "Well, I couldn't help but over hear. Anyway you're trying to go east correct?" We nodded slowly. "Well, you can go to the other side of this island and sail short ways north to the Highlands. On the Highlands there is a Gulf on the east coast. The waters there a shallow and you can sail east from there towards your destination." "Hmm...that could work!" Kitt agreed. "Okay, we'll rest today on this island and tomorrow we'll set sail towards the Highlands. Everyone fine with that?" No one objected. "Okay then, to the cavern!"

End P.O.V.

Though no one noticed, a shady figure watched from a distance. "That's right, go to sleep now. Tomorrow will be your last." The figure smirked before disappearing into the shadows.

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~hydro-serpent58