The Sapphire Sorceress
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Act 30: Lord of the Castle
"One day it'll be our light, the light that brings us together. I'll be in your heart until that time comes."
Castle Oblivion: Vexen's Lab ( Aqua's POV )
How did things come to this? I was now laying on the ground, the battle sapping a lot of my strength as my fight against nobodies, a vessel of darkness, and the warrior of light reached its climax. All of the elements created this huge situation, the likely result will end up being the end of a nobody's lack of existence, but I didn't want it to be mine.
Still, the odds didn't look to have my favor with Riku slowly moving towards me having already removed Lexaeus from his existence, and he didn't by himself rather with the help of his inner darkness. I slowly watched the boy get possessed despite Sora's attempt to help him break free. That surge of power managed to overwhelm even Lexaeus despite how much punishment Riku took in the fight, perhaps this "Ansem" is stronger than even us nobodies after all.
"Don't mock me!" His sheer roar sent us all back, the battle taking place was amazing to witness despite the fact I was fighting Zexion with Larxene. Sora and Riku's attacks managed to be very effective against one of the toughest nobodies, and despite the overwhelming strength, the 5th ranked member held Sora and Riku were able to power through his might. The power of light and dark combined into a winning combo defeating him.
"Forgive me Zexion, this was a fight we should have never started..."
His last words were spoken to Vexen who was also removed from his state of non-existence by Sora and Riku.
The scientist pulled out all the stops unlike the previous battles, and he even used data collected from Sora to make some heartless replica of the warrior. I assumed this was how he also created the Riku Replica along with that third one which I didn't know much about. Just like with Lexaeus however it was not enough to overcome the both of them fighting together.
The scientist's final words spoke towards continuing his work and needing to ensure "it" remains stable, but Sora didn't care simply slashing him up until he was gone likely fueled by his desire to meet Namine.
Seeing the keyblade master in his current state battle was shocking with how cold, cruel, and uncaring since he was no longer holding himself back. His earlier comments didn't gel with the empty stare in his eyes no longer wanting anything including his friends, and the only person who could stop him was the nobody who brought him this far in the castle.
"How could this happen? Lexaeus and now Vexen. This is all your fault! Vile traitors!"
I knew he was talking about both me and Larxene who also was put down to her knee because of the spike in Riku's power. The battle only got worse with Sora getting involved as the both of them put aside their issues to deal with the loyal nobodies of the Superior, and I knew this action would result in major consequences. This was because I chose to follow Marluxia; thus Lexaeus and Vexen had paid the price.
'Did I make the right choice? I suppose doing the "right" thing no longer matters to someone in between life and death.'
I could have helped Vexen out instead, giving him Riku to study, and helped destroy Marluxia's scheme along with both him and his "queen" at the same time. Instead, I was now pretty much the third member in their conspiracy even if I had no intention of taking over the Organization. My reasons for doing all of this were still my own selfish desires to reunite with my past friends.
"What are you doing?! No I can't go now there is still much I can do someone please stop them!" Those final words from Vexen before getting stabbed right through his chest by the keyblade of the nearly brainwashed keyblade master would never leave my brain's memories.
'Even though he commit terrible acts for the sake of "science" he did help me out with my training, and without him, I would not be able to defend myself besides using my elemental power.'
Lexaeus also gave me advice that I sometimes took for granted, but unlike Vexen he only desired the stability of our group nothing else was important to him than keeping us all safe. So, the fact I let him get destroyed along with Vexen like this would seem cruel of me yet I couldn't land the finishing blow on both nobodies.
I was concerned Riku and Sora would team up against us, but it seemed like their attention was now focused on each other. My luck has not run out yet, but we still had to worry about Zexion the lone survivor of the basement squad of the castle.
"Riku, don't you recognize me it's your friend Sora!"
"Sora? It is you really you...no you can't see me like this!"
"What are you talking about? Once I get rid of these other jerks we can go protect Namine together!"
"Namine? Who is that? Don't you want to find Kairi?"
Sora's mind has been so rearranged I doubt he even can remember who that girl is without the help of Namine's power. Then again due to Namine's status as being Kairi's nobody he might still have some memory about her buried deep in the subconscious.
"Kairi? No you mean Namine, the girl we both promised to protect on the island all those years ago! Why are you even bringing her up Vexen is gone now. That means you should be back to normal Riku!"
"What are you talking about Sora?! Vexen never controlled me he just took something from me. I was never under his power, and I never heard about this Namine you're going on about either."
The both of them had no idea what was really going on here, and they most likely won't understand until it's too late. The conversation came to an abrupt ending once Riku's body began to shake violently, and the being controlling Riku was taking over once more.
"Riku hold on what's wrong with you?"
"GET AWAY FROM ME!" The demonic voice spoke using Riku's lips revealing to Sora the being now in total control of his friend. That being called many things: "Ansem", Xehanort, the Seeker of Darkness, and or whatever the hell it really is.
"Ah, I see this was the intended outcome, to begin with having Sora and Riku tear each other apart. Your boss Marluxia likely planned this to make sure nothing can stop him from getting the keyblade in his hands." Zexion muttered as he began to rise up knowing the truth about Marluxa's scheme, but I was more concerned about the battle that would take place now.
The fight between light and dark would cause more damage than had already been done to this laboratory, and it could also mean the destruction of the rest of us should they both consider all of us a threat. Two members of Organization XIII already faded away when they tried stopping Sora and Riku.
"There is no way I'm going to let you traitors get away with this rebellion!"
"Don't you get it, Zexion?! It is finally over for you, and you're just acting like the scared brat you were the first day you came into the Organization!"
"No Larxene! I can still take you down with me. Marluxia can have Sora, but you two won't be joining him!"
His book came open which meant I had to fight for my survival now, but unlike the two friends Zexion might be easier to handle, the fact Larxene would be on my side also helped my chances. While he looked young the number VI was quite skilled with many arranging spells from his Zexicon tome labeled "The Book of Retribution" containing powerful magic.
"Just try stopping me Zexion! You of all people won't keep me from getting my past back!"
I charged the young nobody as he began reciting the words needed for his magical commands. He most likely is gonna attempt to suck us into his books, and or seal off our own abilities making things more complicated for Larxy and myself. I decided to take advantage of his need to use magic, the drawback of users like that is waiting to cast certain spells.
"You've brought this upon yourselves!" Or maybe, just maybe, your group's plot to control Riku helped spark this civil war infighting Zexion.
He began to fire spheres which began to suck us into them, but I slowed down their speed allowing Larxene to land some hits on Zexion's body. The book suddenly grew green as Larxene was sucked into the weaponized book. I knew that I would get sealed up next, but how could I harm him without getting into his range, and the fact these spheres will get faster soon.
Looking over his shoulder I saw Riku and Sora fighting each other which brought an idea on how to distract him for another moment. Pointing my weapon I threw both my fans to hit one of the two friends hoping to lure him over here to attack us. "Riku," noticed firing one of his fireballs which caught Zexion by surprise, and I barely avoided the attack myself.
While Sora was able to get Riku's attention I took advantage striking the book containing Larxene and freeing her from the pages.
"Oh that was horrible, the book was filled with gray colors, and the stupid books floating around me containing useless knowledge. I'm not surprised Zexion acts so angsty!"
"You could learn a thing or two nymph. Like how to grow a brain with your worthless beauty! Then again it might not do much good for men can't fall in love with such a heartless b-"
Several of the charged knives shot out lighting at the mage who summed smaller books to protect himself, but I knew how to break his defense with some help from Demyx of all people. I pointed my weapons at the target charging up to use an old spell of mine Bubble Blaster; the balls filled with water didn't actually hurt Zexion which was my intention.
"Hah! I thought you were the smart one, Auxaq! Water can't harm these books of...mine?" The schemer only now realized why I wanted his body to get covered in water.
"No, but they can ruin the pages making them useless. Also who said water can't be harmless!" The smirk on my face came with Larxene's element striking Zexion who was now dripping in the liquid needed to conduct my friend's electricity. Zexion clutches his body shaking violently due to being electrified.
"No, I won't be defeated like this!"
Suddenly the book grew brightly as my body was being sucked into the book, and I could not break free this time with myself and Larxene now stuck in Zexion's world. The huge bursts of winds made it hard to even move around, so many books began to fire all kinds of spells and magic against me and Larxene, and there were a shadow-like copy of Zexion watching us.
'Talk about hitting the books.'
I tried to ease the tension of battle which was not easy considering how many books were coming in my direction. Larxene was also having difficulty with the flames trying to burn her cloak into ashes. I could hear Zexion's laugh taunting us that he would rip us to shreds, and do the same with the heroes of light and darkness.
"Yeah right I'm gonna keep my word about what I'm gonna do to you: First I'm getting out of here, Next I'm gonna kick your scrawny butt, and then shove those pages from your book right down your throat hoping that you choke on your own words!"
"Well we need to get out of this world before you...erm do all of that I guess."
"Trust me he's gonna wish he never got on my bad side!" Shaking my head I decided to return my attention to the books along with Zexion's projection. During the battle I began to wonder what Axel was up to during all of this chaos. If he didn't confront Vexen would it be possible he went after Marluxia instead?
"Oh, how I can't wait to be rid of you disgusting backstabbers once and for all!" I've been through so much already in this new life of mine or really fake existence, so I would not let things end here!
Castle Oblivion: 11th Floor ( With Axel )
As the huge battle took place below the higher floors Axel was trying to withstand the power of the Graceful Assassin. Even if the hand-picked exterminator of the members in the conspiracy had the advantage over Marluxia's element he still could not dent the pink-haired nobody. The fires quickly burned through some of number XI's moves yet his scythe was easily pushing back his chakrams.
"Tch, I guess you have earned the right to rule of this castle Marluxia." Even though this man was the highest name on his required hit list Axel respect the strength he possessed which only the Superior could surpass, and that easily justified his idea of performing a takeover in Organization XIII.
"I must admit they picked the perfect double agent since you nearly ruined everything I've worked for in this castle." While unaware of Namine's attempt to undo the damage inflicted on Sora's mind he still desired to use the keyblade warrior for his scheme, and with the loyal members gone his plan could go on as he wanted. The only big issue left was Riku and his fake clone no longer under Vexen's thumb.
"Nearly? Oh right you still think you can make Sora into your mindless puppet." He decided to keep his mouth shut hoping she can find the person she's wanted to meet before Marluxia finds her. In the meantime Axel planned to distract the manipulator with this battle knowing winning by himself was nearly impossible. It didn't mean he would stop trying to put those long pink locks of hair on fire.
The huge scythe clashed with Axel's weapons easily being swung around despite how long in length the Graceful Dahlia was compared to his weapons. Marluxia knew he was just toying with him right now, so he decided to play with his prey. Moving around the petals of death flashed in Axel's eyes as he avoided more of the "attacks" that were coming his way.
"Do you want to scream, Lea?"
"I didn't think you had any of Arlene's sadistic traits, Ulmaria."
Suddenly Axel was knocked back with wave slashes coming at him at rapid speed, the facial expression Marluxia held changed from a calm smile to slight anger. Unlike most nobodies who wanted to return to their normal selves the chosen head of Castle Oblivion did not desire returning to his old life again. This is why he got along with Larxene who shared in their desire to remain hollow beings of nothingness.
"Why do you wish to remain loyal to Xemnas? Is it because you truly believe in his words, the fact your "friend" is still in that castle, and maybe you can't stand the fact your bond with him is simply false. Just likely my "Queen" and her own pitiful comrade Auxaq."
"You are trying too hard with this lack of emotional understanding Marluxia."
Shaking his head Marluxia slammed his weapon on the ground sending out a pink wave of energy. Axel jumped up, so he could light his chakrams on fire, and use them on Marluxia's body. Axel knew he didn't have much time left to stall which meant he had to either seriously attempt to destroy Marluxia or escape from here. Deciding to take a chance Axel cast Fire Wall hoping it would be enough to weaken him.
"You're finally taking this seriously!" Marluxia disappeared out of the fire that nearly consumed him allowing him to sneak behind Axel slashing at his back. The sheer might of Number XI was something Number VIII was not prepared for even with his caution. His arm was limping feeling the damage one simple slash could do to him.
"How disappointing, but I guess Xemnas didn't just give me the leadership of this place to lure me into a trap."
"Hah! I'm just getting fired up!"
His attack was already predicted as Marluxia just brought down his shape blade hitting his good arm, slamming his body on the illusionary grass floor. The pink blade was now hanging above his head in the motion of removing it with one clean swipe. Axel could fight back some more, but it would be a waste of time at this point. His only change was escaping, and letting Namine along with Sora take care of the rest.
"Only now during your final moments do you show me the respect I deserve with that bow Axel." The redhead hissed at the taunt knowing his gesture was not intended to look like a submissive bow. Giving a little bit of defiance Axel tried grabbing the Dahlia only to get kicked in his stomach curling over on the floor. Marluxia gave the assassin credit his will to fight was admirable.
"I suppose you deserve some last words before your execution, Axel. Tell me do you regret not taking up my offer, and knowing you will never see Roxas again."
"There is something I do want to say Marluxia. How's Namine been doing lately?"
The words caught the traitor off-guard since he could just easily summon her to shield himself from harm. His leash over her freedom was tight; as he called to bring her to watch this he noticed she did not appear through a portal. Axel grinned knowing his plan to undermine Marluxia was going perfectly.
"What have you done?!"
"Simple I fulfilled that witch's greatest wish, the chance encounter with the hero of light. To someone as heartless as I am granting such a wish is rather kind of me don't you think "Lord" Marluxia?" The calm nature of Marluxia was replaced by hatred for Xemnas, Axel, and by association Namine.
"Damn you Axel! You're trying to ruin everything I've worked for, so for that I'll remove you from living in the middle of life and death!" Axel decided to take a third option suddenly casting fire on himself, the idea being fool Marluxia into thinking he was no longer around letting his actions get Sora back to normal, but also try and find Aqua before it is too late to save her.
Marluxia moved back not trying to get caught in such heat confused as to why Axel would choose suicide rather than facing his death with pride. That's when he figured out he's been tricked once more seeing the black substance of a portal of darkness disappearing with the flames. Of course with Axel having fire as his chosen element he knew how to use it to the greatest of its ability.
"I've been lead astray this entire battle! He was just buying time so she might try to find Sora. I have to find Namine, the boy will be my puppet, and that girl is going to pay for her actions!"
His hand shook with newly discovered rage that he never expressed in his new life. He was committed to destroying Xemnas overthrowing his position, and if it meant eliminating more nobodies Marluxia would be fine with their blood being on his hands.
"All of their heads will roll including yours Xemnas...no Xehanort!"
Castle Oblivion: Vexen's Lab ( Aqua's POV )
Zexion was just playing games with us now binding our skills, powers, and elements in certain books. Forcing us to play along just to break free of this world he's created with the ability of his special book. Larxene was looking worn out having a lot of damage from the meteors falling down when we could not hit his book in a certain time period. Such games would be considered childish, but if we don't get out of this nightmarish realm our lives being destroyed would be a very mature thought.
"Why do I have to play riddles with this prick? I wanna stab his hands so badly he can't ever turn a page from any book ever again!"
"Look Larxy can't you focus on the task at hand! Besides don't you feel sad things had turned out like this, the fact us because of us two of our own kind no longer exist."
"Don't tell me you still think Xemnas can give you back your heart along with those sappy emotions, maga?"
"Ninfa, I do understand the person who can truly bring back my old self is myself. This castle made me remember what I've lost, but now I have to find what I have lost." Which means taking back the one thing that's eluding me the keyblade...
"That's why you can run away with me from all of this mess!"
"What? I thought you wanted to become Marluxia's queen, the next step in your quest to rule Organization XII with him by your side." This didn't sound like the Larxene I've come to know over the months since joining this cause.
"I still do, but lately I've been wondering if that's what I truly want for myself. That heart of mine is the last thing I want back, and yet it held good memories that I've forgotten about since turning into a nobody. I want to speak with you someone like on that tower in Twilight Town."
"That's fine with me, but what do you want to ask me?"
"It's just learning about your heart made me wonder something. I wanted to know if I should take mine..."
"Behind you!" Several lines of fireballs nearly hit Larxene if I didn't push her out of the way, so I could take the impact of the heat instead. I can't believe that conversation distracted me like that. I still have to learn before I regain my full power once more.
"Oh, that's it!"
Larxene's wrath was now on full display as she began striking everything with her lightning, and I had to protect myself from her own strength. The books didn't even scratch her now which let me go after the real book containing Zexion, the weight of my weapon came down on it finally letting us out of his world. The white room suddenly revealed Zexion being held up in the air by Riku's hand.
"What are you doing? I was just about to destroy them why are you helping those traitors!"
"I'm...hungry need to...feed on darkness...your darkness!" For a moment I felt sorry for Zexion as he was going to be devoured by this being now in control of this child. His visible eye looked at us, Sora, and pretty much anyone to save himself from this fate.
"You're just going to stand there and watch...or look away like the cowards you both are!" Part of me wanted to destroy him out of mercy; that, however, would be a contradiction nobodies can't really feel what we act like. Zexion never did much for me anyways, so why should I help him out now?
'It would be the right thing to do...' At the same time, the right thing would mean fighting a stronger Riku who likely could just absorb me instead. My hand reached out towards him, but I knew it was hopeless just by looking at the angry glare in Riku's eyes those...yellow eyes?
"Why aren't you helping him?! He's your friend, and you're just standing there while he's about to disappear!"
'Friend? He's only someone I work with I doesn't have any...friends?' I realized my own thoughts were a contradiction considering how I've been ranting to find my old comrades, and the fact I've gotten along with some nobodies in the organization.
Sora actually stepped into the fray holding Riku's arm tightly. I couldn't believe how brave the keybearer was facing such a power with no fear in his eyes, the moment gave Zexion the chance to escape into a portal of darkness which I didn't care about for now. I just wanted to get the hell away from these two before I ended up in the crossfire.
"Alright, we've seen enough we need to get out of here now!"
"What? Now that Zexion is done with his whining the two of us can enjoy this delightful battle of friends!"
"There are more important matters than that, Larxene! If we don't get out of here they could end up wiping us out during their fight."
"Don't be ridiculous after what we've been through there is no way those brats are gonna stop me! Besides, I need them if I'm going to become queen right?!"
"No! You're don't need that label we can just get away from all this like you said, the two of us can go eat on the clocktower, and try acting like we have hearts...please." I was trying to make her see reason instead of attacking them for the sake of this convoluted scheme. Despite her actions and personality, there was something inside Larxene that made me care about her almost like a sibling.
"You...really do think of me as your friend?" Her eyes widened as that smirk of sadism was replaced with shock at my confession.
"More than that, the fact is my family is long ago, my mother is something I can't remember along with any siblings. The only family I had was Master Eraqus, Ven, and Terra. Now they are gone which means I don't have many real friends anymore. In a way becoming a nobody wiped my slate clean, and now I've gotten to know people like Axel, Roxas, and now you Larxene. In a way I kind of think of you as...a sister."
"...Auxaq." I should be telling to get out of here with me, but my body refused to move until I explained everything here and now.
"Even after how much I tried pushing you away like, the wild nature of a nymph. I didn't think you respected me or cared enough to get along with me. When Marluxia picked me to spy on you I thought I wouldn't learn much from you, but now I realize that is wrong."
"The truth is I care about you as will just like a sister. Why do I hate this feeling I have admitting this, and yet part of myself is glad to admit this to your face...Auxaq let's g-"
A surge of darkness came over my eyes, the world grew, even more, dimmer than the room around us. As my sight was restored I thought my body was sucked into another dimension of nightmares.
A huge winged blade came in my vision as I blinked and missed what just happened. Riku was now behind Larxene stabbing her with his sword, the blade stuck out of her hollow body. My mind clicked together, Larxene must have pushed me out of the way just as I saved her before...
"You're boring me with this sappy talk now fade away the both of you!"
You bastard! You're taking away what's important to me just like before! That vile smile, those yellow eyes full of malice, and his laughing while I was tormented by his actions...why is this happening all over again?!
"That's enough Riku!"
I didn't even care about Sora pulling Riku away, the body of Larxene fell into my arms as there was a huge hole in her chest, her face didn't even express the emotion of pain. Why do nobodies have no emotions inside, and yet now I feel nothing besides regret and despair at this turn of events.
"Why didn't you listen to me! Why the hell didn't I just stop talking oh how could this happen to you..." I tilted my head over her body trying to plan a way out of this situation. Namine, Axel, and Marluxia have to help me out with saving her life. That's when I felt a gloved hand rub my cheek slowly. Even with the darkness beginning to consume her body she had a smile on her face.
"It will be okay sis! Nobodies can't really feel anything, so I'll be alright when I go away. The thing is I don't want to get corrupted by this darkness. If I'm going to die I want to fade into nothing by your hands." Her voice was not filled with twisted joy, rage, or any of her usual tones. The request was made with a peaceful smile and then a light-heart laugh.
"You can't expect me to do that even if you're going to...disappear from this realm. I can't just..."
"Remember who you are, Auxaq! You're a nobody damn it, and in the end no one is going to remember us when we're gone! I don't want my final moments to be as some mindless creature of darkness or some helpless Dusk! I want to die as myself, Larxene the Savage Nymph. That's why I should be destroyed by someone stronger than me, Auxaq the Sapphire Sorceress!"
I understand her pride is something that she values which explains her request. No matter how I feel the reality is my will can't be selfish all the time. My arms shook as I raised my weapon in the air, the fan Monsoon grew blue in color as I had to make this happen with just one slash.
"Perhaps men aren't all that bad, the guys you spoke about Terra and Ventus. I would not have minded seeing them...Aqua."
No! I can't do this to a defenseless person even with the darkness beginning to swallow her body there was no way I could accept destroying someone who can't fight back. I slowly rose back up pointing my weapon down at her face with a stern expression.
"I see...you want it to go down fairly well that must be your own pride talking."
The injury didn't keep her down as she pulled out her knives one last time. I was not that inexperienced girl Larxene met from long ago, the speed she went at me with I could now ready clearly. I blocked her attacks without much difficult as I knew she would not want me to hold anything back.
I hit her with all the strength I had left, so she returned the gesture showing her power even while slowly getting eaten by the darkness left from Riku's attack. We resorted to our bare hands kicking and punches each other conserving our strength for the last part of this battle in the destroyed lab. Her feet jabbed my arms while my own heels attempted to hit her rib section.
"Just end me already there is no need to drag this out..."
"I'm not if anything I'm trying to uphold my dignity along with yours."
"Don't joke around nobodies don't have a right to such things."
"That's where you're wrong! I'll prove that we deserve to be remembered!"
Riku once more tried attacking us, but Larxene shot out a whole burst of lightning covering the area we had to battle in. I was impressed by her sheer willpower letting my comrade do all of this.
"Back off and fight your annoying brat buddy already! Let the grown-ups handle their business."
The corrupted child was unable to bypass the wall of electricity allowing us time to end this which made me both thankful and saddened. I felt Larxene was losing control of herself as she began to teleport rush around my body, the knives cutting open my uniform and one even cut my face. I deflect one of her Foudre with my Barrier, the Monsoon's edges also cut open her face yet we could not bleed since neither one of us was truly alive.
"You've gotten pretty damn strong...I feel bad that I can't mock you for being weak anymore..."
"Larxene, do you have anything else to say?" I felt her strength was about to fade, so I prepared to end this with one last move. Sensing this my blonde friend just sighed and shrugged her shoulders.
"Only that I wish I met you when I first came into the Organization. I thought Marluxia was the only nobody I could trust with myself and how I felt about things, but then you came along. I'm not gonna act like you've made me a better person hell no, and yet something has changed about how I see the world because I've gotten to know you. Auxaq, I think I wouldn't have minded getting my heart back..."
Our feet remained still for a moment, the legs of our bodies moved at the same time as Larxene unleashed a powerful Mega Volt attack, but I didn't deflect this attack no I knew how to counter this move just like with Zexion. Slowing down the bolts of lightning I ran right at Larxene not only slashing her with my weapons but also sending out all the water I could through a series of bubble attacks. The lightning now being conducted through her body and into mine as well took us both out ending our duel.
I fell to the floor weaken by the shock while Larxene staggered around beginning to fade back into the space of nothingness where she was born.
"Just like with Zexion how didn't I see that coming...Auxaq...you can't become a puppet to anyone just remain yourself..."
Her energy finally was gone as I fulfilled her wish, and yet my body could not remove due to pain and trauma. I wanted to cry seeing her go away with those words given to me, but I'm just a hollow being in the end. My tears would simply be artificial nothing like the sadness a somebody would feel. As my eyes looked on I could see a girl in white enter the room which could only be...
"Namine!"
The "witch" who was the cause of so much turmoil in this castle as well as being the linchpin in Marluxia's plan was standing in front of Sora and Riku.
"Please, Sora stop fighting him."
"Namine, I have to stop Riku he's being controlled and he thinks that he made a promise with you back on the islands!"
"No that's not true none of this is really the truth. I tapped into your memories, rearranged them so you could only think about me. It was all for Marluxia's plan; one that would end up with your as his weapon against the Organization!"
"Wait! You mean that you're the one who messed with my friend's mind!" Riku must have regained control of himself as he pointed his weapon at the nobody in white. She lowered her head not denying any of that, but I wondered if she intended to undo the damage she's caused now.
"Yes I wanted to meet Sora so badly, and yet all of this suffering happened due to my selfishness."
"No, you're not being selfish! I wanted to meet you as well even if what you're saying could be true. I've lost Goofy and Donald already, so I can't let anything else keep me out of the way to protect you."
"Oh, Sora...what have I done to you."
"Sora, you have to return to your friends Donald and Riku. If Marluxia is the one pulling the strings on Namine then you have to free her."
"What about you Riku? I wanted to see you so badly, and now that we're together no way I'm gonna let you go that easily!"
"You don't understand if I can't stop the darkness inside me I will end up just like before...a pawn of Ansem."
My body was struggling to get up knowing they would eventually look to destroy me as well, but suddenly white hair came into my sight which belonged to that replica.
"You're just my fake self, and you Sora are still getting in my way."
"Riku?!"
"Yes, the real one this faker has gone on taking my name and body for too long!"
I noticed there was something off about the copy Riku who felt more like a nobody now. Still, I need to get out of here before I end up like Larxene, but my legs can't get off this floor. My hand reached out to make a portal of darkness, but suddenly one came in front of me.
"Wait. Sora that nobody on the ground is..."
"Not a problem I'll send her where her comrade went!"
"Just get out of here you two I'll deal with myself!"
I have to get out of here now come on legs, my feet, and my hands. Crawl just crawl and don't look up I have to get away...can't fade away not now...
I looked around at the safe haven of the pathway into other words taking the chance to finally rest. The injuries hampering my body would heal, but the loss I've felt can't be undone.
"I guess you're my last target Auxaq." That voice Axel?
"Although considering what you did to your own friend I suppose you are loyal to the Superior after all."
So, he really did plan on eliminating me. I grit my teeth knowing that I would be helpless if the firestarter wanted to burn me alive. The last thing I expect was him standing above me with a hand to help me back up. Just like my first moment of losing my soul to the void of a heartless.
"What about...Zexion?"
"Ahh yes the cockroach did try running away, but I figured his energy shouldn't go to waste. I felt like that little replica of Vexen's might need a boost of power, and well I'm sure you can figure out what happened to Zexion."
He let him absorb that nobody, the energy radiating from that doll did feel like a nobody's power. Vexen, Lexaeus, Larxene, and now Zexion were all gone leaving just one man.
"What about the Lord of the Castle? Is Marluxia..."
"I couldn't take him down, unfortunately, so I decided to let the chosen hero handle the rest of my icky job. The mission is almost complete, and with your action helping remove one of the traitors I think we can both go home soon."
The World That Never Was my home away from beings who despise us creatures without hearts. That is who I really am just a nobody who is shunned by light and darkness. Closing my eyes I knew that my role is to remain in the Organization as one of their own.
"Yes, I wish to return back where I belong." Even without Ven...
'I need more affection than you know
In you and I there's a new land
Angels in flight
I need more affection than you know
A sanctuary, my sanctuary, yeah
Where fears and lies melt away
Music will tie
I need more affection than you know
What's left of me, what's left of me now...'
[ Finally the Chain of Memories arc is finished, but now what will happen with the small changes in this story building up. Where will Aqua's road take her in the future? As for this story I want to get into the main act which is the Kingdom Hearts 2 arc since it has already gone on for a long time, but first we must get through the rest of 358/2 Days. FYI maga and ninja are Italian for Sorceress and Nymph. ]