Note: Hello! Everyone! Winter break has FINALLY arrived! And i'm kicking it off with a brand new chapter! I know not all of you have been happy with some of the changes which is understandable. But you won't want to miss this update! Here's chapter 110!
Chapter 110: Wherever You Are...
*cough* *cough* *cough* Kaiba disguised as Kenshin couldn't stop coughing. Ever since he woke up this morning it wouldn't cease. A part of him wished that he'd gone ahead and made that damn contract with Cellos. Sometimes he cursed the pride that he so tightly held in his hand. Kaiba struggled to remove himself from the bed only to find his pure white sheets stained with blood. Luckilly it didn't look like Mallock was in the room. Even so, he still didn't want Kenshin's father to see him in such a pitiful state. Especially with blood smeared on his mouth too. Using all the strength he could muster Kaiba forced himself to the floor and slowly moved towards the door in the hallway.
He recalled that the last time he passed by it that there was a basin. If he could just get to it then he could wash his face. However the closer he got to the bathroom his vision began to blur going in and out. Barely Kaiba noticed the outline of a figure before everything began to get dark. Bloom inside with the door opened removed the washcloth from her face letting out a gasp as she caught a glimpse of Kenshin falling forward. She was even more alarmed by the crimson staining his mouth. "KENSHIN!" a familiar voice echoed in his ears as everything went dark. Hearing Bloom's cry Roxy hurried out of their room.
"Bloom! What's wrong? I heard screaming!" Roxy questioned worriedly and made her way over to her best friend. "It's Kenshin! He's collapsed! He needs help!" the redhead cries. "In that case let's get him to our room!" Roxy suggested before they both helped place him in one of the beds. But as they lifted him Bloom happened to notice that around Kenshin's neck was her pendant that she gave to Kaiba. But why would Kenshin have it? No, that wasn't it...she knew this warmth...this aura...it was Kaiba. But why did he look like Kenshin? For now, Bloom decided to remain silent. "Roxy, could you please go on ahead and inform my dad about what's going on?" the faerie requests.
"Yeah. i'll be right back." Roxy told Bloom before she ran out of the door nearly closing it behind her. Once they were alone the faerie turned her attention back to Kenshin. Taking a washcloth and dipping it into a basin of water Bloom gently wiped the blood smeared around his mouth. As she went to dip it once more a groan finally escaped Kenshin as his eyes gradually pried open regaining consciousness. It took a moment for his vision to adjust pausing as he saw Bloom hovering above him. "Oh thank goodness... You're awake..." the faerie sighed relief as she pressed her hand to her chest.
"...What?...Happened to me...?" Kenshin questioned weakly. "...You were walking in the hallway and you collapsed...do you remember anything?" Bloom asked the blunette softly. "...I was getting out of bed...and I had planned on washing my face...but then...everything went blac-" Kenshin paused as a shooting pain suddenly took hold of him and threw him into a violent coughing fit. He was doing everything he possibly could to suppress crying out in agony as he grasped the blanket around him tightly. Bloom only looked down at Kenshin in worry unable to hold herself back anymore.
"KAIBA! WHAT'S WRONG!? WHY IS THIS HAPPENING!? WHY?! WHY ARE YOU LIKE THIS!?" the faerie cried out as she shook in an absolute panic. Kaiba disguised as Kenshin paused as blood dripped through his fingers staring up at Bloom in shock. "...Y-You know...who...I am...?" he nearly gasped. "...Of course, I know...even without my pendant around your neck...but...why in the world are you disguised as Kenshin...?" "...That's...that...GAHHHH UGH..." Kaiba cried out as he gripped at his chest feeling it on fire as sweat poured down his face. "KAIBA! KAIBA HOLD ON!" the faerie pleaded the CEO as she only washed as more blood gushed forth from his mouth.
{ I may no longer be the faerie of the DragonFire...but I AM the Faerie of The Phoenix Power...and that power should be even greater than the healing ability that I possessed once before...and with the Phoenix's ashes...I should be able to call upon that power I was unable to tap into before...Kaiba...you took care of me when I needed it most...please allow me to do the same thing for you...} Bloom's thoughts echoed through Kaiba's head as the faerie gathered a large rainbow flame and using it showered the CEO in its healing fire slowly mending all of the internal damage that had been inflicted upon his body by the raging power within. Little by little Kaiba could steadily feel the pain disappear as if it had never been there in the first place.
"May the boundless healing energy of The Phoenix protect you..." Bloom murmured softly as the spell cast by Hyyousuke the Dragon Lord dispersed in an instant revealing Kaiba's true form. Slowly the flames diminished as the CEO suddenly sat up stunned as he looked at his body no longer being in a writhing pain. Overjoyed seeing Kaiba was back to normal Bloom's eyes filled with joyous tears and embraced him warmly. Kaiba holding her in return. The faerie unable to suppress her tears."Oh, Kaiba...I missed you so much..." "...I did as well...Bloom..." the CEO murmured as both Roxy and Oritel watched through the crack in the door.
Oritel only let out a defeated sigh. It would seem he would just have to accept the relationship between the two no matter what he personally thought about it. Because the one thing he didn't want to do was deny his precious daughter the happiness she found with Kaiba. Roxy only smiled. Now, things finally made sense. So it was Kaiba that was decked out like Kenshin. SO THAT'S why he was acting so bizarre. Oh but that meant. Roxy paused as she thought about that kiss with Daunte they walked in on and the faerie couldn't help but turn cherry red. "Anyways...we should leave them alone...it has been a while since they've been together..." Roxy whispered to Oritel. "Yes, you're right...besides I have other business to attend to." the king of Sparks whispered back before they retreated for the time being.
"Kaiba..." Bloom finally broke the silence between them. "Hmm?" the CEO responded simply. "C-Can I ask you a question? Why is it you were disguised as Kenshin?" the faerie asked. "Oh that...well, it's kind of a long story..." Kaiba began. So he told her about The Witch Of The Abyss and The Abyss Forest in Zaloz. About how The Wizards Of The Black Circle attacked him and the Baskalisk controlled by them. How he ended up in Juniper treated in Kenshin's clinic and Kenshin's disease along with his disgusting abusive father. How he was too ill to travel to The Summit in Emerald in which he was obligated to attend and about the Draconian library in which Hyousuke promised to grant him access to. It was a lot for Bloom to take in.
"So...in other words...you were going to take Kenshin's place at The Summit...and then accompany Hyousuke to Draconia to see if you could learn anything more about your past...I see...but that still doesn't explain why you were in such a horrible condition when I came upon you...Kaiba...is there something that...you're trying to hide from me...?" Bloom questioned as she gave the CEO a rather skeptical look. However, Kaiba himself only bit down on his lower lip as confliction glistened in his eyes. "...Is it something that you can't talk about yet...?" the faerie asked softly as she saw how difficult it was to bring up for him.
"It's not that I can't...it's that...it's not something that is all that simple to disscuss...because honestly...I don't completely understand it myself..." Kaiba told Bloom honestly. I mean how could he? Cellos always spoke in such cryptic language which made it difficult to find the true meaning of his words through all of it. Although he did understand at least part of what the ghoul was trying to tell him...despite that he didn't want to cause Bloom to worry any more than she already was. Gently the CEO felt a warmth eclipse his hand on the faerie softly laid her hand on top of his.
"You know...you can tell me anything Kaiba...right? I know...that when I was discovering who I truly was...it scared me...but no matter what I faced...my friends always loved me and supported me...and there are those that do the same for you...Mokuba...Yugi...Raeger...even Joey..." "...And You...?" Kaiba asked as his voice nearly cracked as he choked out the words. "...Yes...me most of all...I love you Kaiba...and I want you to know...that despite the fact you've always been a loner...you don't have to do EVERYTHING by yourself...not the small things...and not the big things either...that I CAN promise you...that if you want...we can learn about the secrets of your past and your future together..." "Bloom..." Kaiba murmured as his eyes locked with her blue ones. Gradually they leaned forward until their lips met in a sweet and tender kiss.
Hidden within the shadow Cellos pursed his lips. "Interesting...very interesting...it would seem even the Phoenix's power can quell the blood flowing through Mr. Kaiba's veins...well I suppose It'll just have to do for now. Wouldn't want to spoil their sweet little puppy dog moment now, would we? Either way, this should be most interesting..." the ghoul mused before he vanished. In the next room where Oritel had been staying at Roxy groaned as she listened to the two of them. "Ugh, this is only making me miss Raeger more...I wonder how he's holding up...maybe I should try calling him...or maybe not...would that be ok?" the faerie questioned as she found herself pacing the room looking at the phone picking it up then putting it down again. "UGH! I can't take it anymore!" Roxy cried and grabbed her phone.
Meanwhile In Emerald...
Amourette sat at the table absentmindedly munching on a piece of toast as she watched The Guild Master pace back and forth as he looked at the phone nearby. As she did she began to get dizzy before she shook her head. "U-Um...if you're going to keep pacing back and forth like that...you really should just call Roxy-Chan already and get it out of your system," Amourette suggested. However, Raeger was slightly reluctant to do so. He needed to keep his mind clear before the Summit proceeded but it clearly was not working as well as he had hoped. The Guild Master let out a sigh and walked towards the phone before both Amourette and Raeger nearly jumped three feet in the air as the phone rang. Once he pulled himself together Raeger picked up the phone.
"Hello? Oh, Roxy! it's so nice to hear from you. I certainly was expecting you to call me. Mhmm...oh dear...my sincerest apologies I suppose I should've been more clear in my instructions about the portal potion...you were supposed to go in pairs one at a time...so you and Bloom ended up in BlackSteel did you? The Guild Master is a little rough around the edges but I am certain he would help you out if you truly needed assistance. Though when you depart you'll need to access the gateway...really? Bloom's father is there as well? So then...what do you plan to do? Are you going to return to Covenant or remain in BlackSteel until The Summit is over?...YOU'RE WHAT!? ABSOLUTELY NOT! I'm afraid i'm going to have to protest against such reckless behavior!" Raeger cried out drawing Amourette's attention.
{But why!? Both Xuri and Blaire are on trial! We've GOT to go and try to prevent anything from happening to either of them! Don't you understand that Raeger!? Think about poor Bright and Amourette! This is a matter of life and death!} "...I know Roxy...believe me, I do...however...it's a possibility that those that sit among the Elder Council of Emerald and Dawnshire are working with the A.O.J's interest in mind...even with the power, I possess as a Guild Master...I...I cannot overturn the verdict...whatever it may be...this isn't just a trial to decide who's guilty or not...it's politics...and that Roxy can be a VERY deadly and dangerous game...so I am asking you...please don't get yourselves involved...I don't want to see either of you get hurt if this ends badly..." Raeger pleads.
{...Raeger...} "PROMISE me, Roxy!" {...*sighs* A-Alright...if you think that's what's best then I trust you...so will we see each other again soon?} "We will once this over and done with..." {I'm gonna hold you to that...and one more thing...be careful ok...? I don't want you to get hurt either...} "I will. I'll take to you later Roxy." Raeger murmured softly as she finally hung up the phone. Amourette only frowned worriedly. "Are you REALLY ok?" the blunette questioned. "...No...Not really..." the Guild Master confessed as his whole body shook. Amourette could relate. Any minute they were going to be summoned to the peak of the gathering place of the Elder on the largest mountain in Emerald. "...Well the others will be arriving soon so we'd best prepare ourselves to begin the climb...although i'm not too fond of that idea myself..." the blunette squeaked.
Back in BlackSteel...
Roxy sighed as she hung up her phone. She supposed she had no choice but to tell Bloom that what they had discussed about last night wasn't going to work out after all. But, Roxy couldn't help but be worried about both Raeger and Amourette. Would they really be ok? They had planned on going with Oritel to Emerald to attend the Summit. After all, BlackSteel wasn't that much further from Emerald. However, knowing Bloom if it came down to it she would most likely use her full power as a faerie errr Phoenix goddess thing and force the council's hand. Maybe that's what Raeger was afraid of. Bloom's impulsive behavior adding that to hers. Though now the real question was just how were they going to return to Covenant? That was their original intended destination after all. Hearing Bloom and Kaiba's voice again Roxy pressed her ear up against the wall.
In the other room Kaiba slowly removed herself from the bed and removed from his pocket a small piece of candy or so it appeared anyways. Bloom paused as she noticed it. "What's that? Candy? Since when do you eat sweets?" the faerie teased the CEO lightly. "Don't be ridiculous. It's a transfiguration potion in the form of a candy. It's the very thing that allowed me to take on Kenshin's form in the first place." Kaiba muttered. "Oh, I see." "As a businessman, one should always plan for the unexpected. Therefore I had an extra one made just in case." the CEO mused. "...So then...you still intend to go to both Emerald and Draconia? Bloom asked softly. "...Yeah...I do..." the CEO began.
"And if I don't return to my room and soon Mallock, Kenshin's old man might begin to get suspicious...and I just can't have that. Besides...I owe him a debt for not only fixing me up but taking care of you as well...and I don't think I have to tell you how much I loathe being indebted to anyone, that being said i'd rather pay him back sooner than later understood?" Kaiba muttered as Bloom only cracked a smile. Although he still put up the tough guy act she herself was beginning to feel as if for the first time in a long time Kaiba was finally opening up his heart to others which warmed hers to its core. And maybe that kindness that was emerging is what would end up saving him in the end.
"Well if you go and say that much then I suppose I don't have to worry." Bloom began. "But try and at least do me one teensy favor." "...And what would that be?" "When you turn back into Kenshin could you try not to act so adorable? Otherwise, you'll end up making me jealous of Daunte with him putting his hands all over you like he did the other night." the Faerie teased as Kaiba paused turning three shades of red in his face. "S-So you DID see!" the CEO cried mortified as Bloom playfully stuck out her tongue with one eye closed. "A little..." she giggled as she stood up. "Oh great..." Kaiba grumbled before he stopped as the faerie hugged him gently from behind.
"...Bloom..." the CEO began with a sigh. "...Just a little longer..." Bloom asked softly as she held him. "...Because...we probably won't be able to see each other for a while...even during our small vacation, we couldn't spend any time together...being so far away from you...I was afraid..." the faerie cried as tears fell down her face. "That your search would take you...to a place where...where I couldn't reach you..." Bloom broke down unable to cease the tears. Kaiba's eyes widened in surprise. "...I had no idea...that you were feeling like this...why did you say something to me earlier...?" the CEO questioned. "Because I was SCARED! Because I was TERRIFIED! But...But I didn't want to stand in your way...either...because...wanting to learn your origins...where your powers come from...who you are...is only natural...but still...it frightens me...that I could lose the one person...that I care the most about...I don't EVER want that to happen to me again..." the faerie sobbed.
Kaiba turned around and gently caressed Bloom's face. Showing her the smile he reserved only for her. "Bloom...you don't have to worry...i'm not going anywhere...not without you by my side...because I love you..." the CEO murmured as the remnants of tears fell down the faerie's face as she embraced him. "Oh Kaiba!" she cried as he held her close in return. "...Unfortunately, though we DO have to part now...however...just this once i'll place aside my own personal desires...meaning...once i've fulfilled my obligation to Kenshin rather than departing immediately for Draconia i'll return to Covenant so that we can spend the holiday together. Does that sound reasonable?" "...Really?" Bloom asked softly with hope-filled eyes. "Yeah...just don't get used to it alright?" "...I wouldn't have it any other way...Kaiba...thank you..." the faerie smiled happily as she wiped the tears from her eyes.
"Alright then, i'll see you later...oh...and thank you for healing me..." Kaiba smiled as he planted a kiss on Bloom's forehead before he took the candy and transformed back into Kenshin and left through the door. Quickly he hurried back to the room. Luckilly Mallock was not present there. "Come on." soon came the lord of Juniper's voice. "Our carriage is waiting outside. We might as well get this over with..." Mallock muttered with an irritated huff. "As you wish father." Kaiba disguised as Kenshin mused and followed him. Bloom quietly watched from around the corner before she paused her eyes meeting Yugi's whom was peering through the door as well."Y-YUGI!?" Bloom squeaked in surprised. "B-BLOOM!?" Yugi cried in return. "Bloom what's with all the yelling?" Roxy questioned as she exited out of the room over. "...YUGI!? WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE!? the faerie gasped.
"I'd appreciate it if you ALL would stop yelling! It's giving me a damn headache..." Daunte grumbled as he opened the door behind Yugi. "Brother, what going on?" Abigail questioned before she paused seeing Roxy. "Oh, hey it's that girl that was with Raeger at the last Summit we had..." the princess pointed out. "Oh! I remember you! You were that guy that fell asleep during the meeting." Roxy recalled. Daunte only twitching his eye. "Gee thanks so much for remembering me..." Abigail only laughed nervously. "I'm so glad that you're alright! We all were so worried about you since you've been missing for a while now." Bloom exclaimed. "Yeah about that...we really don't have time to get into that right now...but once the Summit is over then we can talk," Yugi promised the faerie. "Ain't that the truth." Daunte scoffed.
"Wait...so you guys are headed towards Emerald then?" Roxy questioned. "Well...yeah...as prince and princess of Agethrim's Zaloz we can't decline a summons from the Elder Council...that just isn't done," Abigail explained. "Talk about a pain in the damn ass..." Daunte grumbled. "Since I was there when all the vampires were killed I thought that a witness might be helpful in clearing both Blaire and Xuri," Yugi explained. "...I see...well I and Roxy were considering attending the Summit as well since we're already this far out." Bloom informed the scarlet-eyed male. "Uh, Bloom about that...Raeger had some concerns about us going..." Roxy spoke up before she informed Bloom about what he had told her earlier.
"So he said that did he...?" "Yeah...so what should we do now?" Roxy asked Bloom. "...That's a good question...the only reason we were able to stay was that Cloud had local currency...although...to be honest i'm not sure what he plans to do...he never mentioned anything about Emerald...so maybe it's only my dad who's planning on going with Noah...man...things sure got complicated fast..." the redhead groaned perplexed. "Do whatever YOU want but WE'RE leaving..." Daunte told the girls and grabbed Yugi. "Come on pipsqueak." the brown-haired male urged. "B-Brother wait for me!" Abigail cried as she ran behind them. "That guy sure is moody..." Roxy pointed out. "Yeah, i'll say." Bloom agreed as she tried to suppress a giggle recalling how frustrated Daunte was with "Kenshin's" behavior. No wonder he was cranky. His "boyfriend" was giving him the cold shoulder.
Both Bloom and Roxy paused as the door creaked open to Noah's room with both Oritel and Noah stepping out. "Have you decided what it is that you're going to do?" Oritel questioned. "That's kind of the thing...we had planned to accompany you and Noah to Emerald but due to certain developments...I believe that both of us have reconsidered...so I think we'll be returning to Covenant...the problem though...is getting back there..." Bloom twisted her mouth. "It's simple really. Just use a portal potion and go back the way you came." Noah interrupted. However, Bloom and Roxy made faces not exactly thrilled with that idea as Cloud finally emerged from his room."Good mornin-...what's with all the long faces?" the blonde questioned as he raised his brow. "...Well..." Bloom began before Cloud listened.
"Oh, I see...well, in that case, why not tag along with me? In fact, I have some business in Covenant that I need to take care of and I was given a pass that I could use to get through the gateway. I also have a wagon out in front that I asked to have ready. Well, it's better than trudging through the snow anyways." Cloud offered. "Well look at that problem solved. Ain't it you guys' lucky day." Noah mused. "Are you sure?" Bloom questioned the blonde. "That would REALLY help us out a lot!" Roxy beamed. "Yeah, no problem! Plus I owe you one for helping me find my sun pendant the other night. I thought i'd never find the darn thing anything! So don't mention it alright!?" Cloud exclaimed with a grin. "Awesome! We got ourselves a way back home!" Bloom cheered.
"After the Summit I have a few other things to take care of but i'll join you as soon as I am able," Oritel told his daughter. "Right. I'll see you soon!" Bloom smiled as she gave her father a hug. "We'd better get a move on after all we got a LONG climb ahead of us once we get there," Noah advised. "No need to inform me of that. Take care girl and Cloud you better take care of my precious daughter or you KNOW what WILL happen." Oritel warned. "You can count on me! Alright, come on Bloom, Roxy the wagon's just out front." the blonde urged before everyone left the inn and entered their respective vehicles. Up ahead of them as Bright on a white horse striding it forward with everything he had. {Please Xuri...just hold on a little while longer...i'm coming...} the blonde pleaded as he ran right through the open gateway disappearing through it.
Back In Covenant...
"Pardon us." Christy mused as she got to her feet and brushed the soot off her white dress and heels. Looking around she noticed that something was off. "...Huh...? This certainly doesn't appear to be Emerald's High Kingdom..." the duchess observed as Pit coughed choking on the soot trying to get it off him. "No we're obviously in someone's home...and from the looks of it...we wound up in Covenant..." the brunette noted. "You don't need to be rude Pit-kun." Christy pouted. "But you're still cute when you make that face." the Duchess giggled as she wasted no time in wrapping her arm around his. "...But this IS a delima...at this rate even if we used another portal potion...we probably would be running quite late..." Pit let out a sigh.
"Oh my. It would appear we have unexpected guests." Granny Emiko giggled in delight. "Woah! Woah! Just hold up a sec!" Joey cried. "Who are you's guys anyways!? Not ta mention you's over in da corner!" the blonde exclaimed directing his gaze towards the awakened Katori as well. "Whom am I you ask?" Christy questioned as she walked over to him as her heel clicked together. "I am Christy Golden Water duchess of the Juniperian Court...but who may I ask are you ask for my name?" the Duchess inquired with a flip of her strawberry blonde hair. Joey only made a face as she nearly got nose to nose with him. "...J-Joey...Joey Wheeler..." the blonde introduced himself nervously. "Oh, and this is Pit-Kun my most trusted and loyal protector...we are destined lovers that no one can stand between us...do-I- make-myself-clear? Pit-kun say hi to everyone." Christy mused as the brunette only let out a heavy sigh as he sweatdropped"...He...Hello..." the brunette reluctantly greeted. However, the smothering didn't last long as soon Christy directed her finger towards Katori accusingly once she was within her sights.
"YOU THERE! Princess Katori of Elixer! Just what are you doing shirking your duties?! As a Princess of Elixer you're supposed to accompany Lord Loric to the Summit are you not? Then why are you presently here?" Christy demanded to know. "...D-Duchess Christy?..." Katori murmured taken by surprise. "...Yes, I suppose that's true...however...someone dear to me was taken away and I wanted to find them no matter what the cost. I set out to find them and came here hoping to find answers..." the young witch murmured softly. "OH! so that's why she's here!" Aster exclaimed as he palm fisted his hand in realization. "...Hmm, wonder who she could be referring to..." Joey mused. "...I don't know..." the blonde murmured softly before finally Flora and Cupid came back inside.
"Is everyone ok? We heard a loud noise!" Flora cried as she looked around the cabin. "Man did that given me a good scare though..." Cupid laughed nervously. "Oh look, Cupid's here too." Pit pointed out. "My apologies for the rough landing...we were using a portal potion and I suppose we ended up using the wrong essence in our concoction...please forgive us we had no intention of causing you such disturbance." the brunette appologised with a bow. "And before you ask me about the Summit too little girl I didn't feel like going." Cupid quickly cut off Christy about to go off on him too. "As long as everyone's ok that's all I care about..." Flora murmured. "But thank you...uh..." "Pit. And this is Christy." the brunette introduced them once more.
"I see. Then it's a pleasure to meet you, both of you." the faerie of the flowers smiled. "I'll go prepare some more hot chocolate for our guests." Raeger's Grandmother murmured before she eased up. "Wait a moment i'll help you." Flora offered as Cupid smiled slightly while Flora followed after Emiko. No matter where or when Flora never seemed to pass up an opportunity to help someone in need. Although he himself didn't want to admit it. He was beginning to develop feelings for her. But he was scared as to where that would lead. Could he honestly make someone like her happy? She cared about Joey so much that it couldn't be that easy to just let go of those feelings...he knew since letting his for Bloom was extremely difficult not to mention painful.
But she cried for him. Shed blood for him. Gave him a reason to live when all he wanted was his existence to end. Deep down he had always accepted that he'd be alone. One after the other he watched everyone he cared for die at the hands of the curse that was cast upon them until he was all that remained. He'd watch other couples with nothing but envy wishing that he could find something like that. But, that dream was an impossible one. Not unless he was able to break his curse and sometimes loneliness could be worse than death itself. Flora watched from the doorway as she held a tray full of cups of cocoa. If only she could quell the sadness in Cupid's eyes. Take away his pain and suffering. The scars on her hands a reminder of her resolve. Flora knew there was a reason he was keeping his distance. He was scared and even that couldn't describe the turbulence he felt in his heart. And she too felt that way.
"You know what. It's WAY too quiet in here! I say we put the boys to work and get the Christmas storage boxes up here and decorate the place!" Stella claps her hands. "So! Move your hands and not your mouths!" the blonde urged. "Great! We could all use a little exercise!" Layla beamed as she hurried downstairs. "I'll get us started then with some holiday tunes!" Musa coaxed as she cast a spell to make a sphere appear it playing a variety of Christmas music. "Oh yeah! Now we're talking!" Carlos grinned. "You're still just as lazy as ever, it reminds me of how I and Bloom would be stuck doing all the heavy lifting while you would be conveniently missing until everything was out and ready," Selina recalls as Carlos only laughed nervously. "That brings back memories..." "Haha, that sounds like another mutt I know." Duke teased as Joey only scowled at him.
"If I can calculate each of our body mass and then divide that by how much the boxes weigh I can find out exactly how much exactly that we can lift without recoil." Techna began as she started her calculations. "Even if you do so there are only a few people that are actually willing to move the boxes...not to mention that it would be much easier to use...*slurp* magic to get them up the stairs without anyone getting hurt or injured otherwise..." Yuki pointed out."...No...caculations...?" Techna paused at a loss for how to proceed from there. Musa only patted Techna's back there...there..." the faerie of music comforted the techy. Slowly Pit inched over to black haired male. "...S-So it's been a long time Yuki..." the brunette began as his cheeks reddened some. "Indeed it has...about approximately 5 months and 120 days..." Yuki murmured as he took another sip of his cocoa. "How have you been? Well, I hope." Pit only nodded softly having trouble not averting his gaze.
"Me? F-Fine for the most part...and you...I have to say that this wasn't quite what I was expecting...normally you don't like being around a lot of people." the brunette pointed out. "I see...i'm glad..." Yuki murmured as he smiled slightly. "Yes, well this is a rather unique situation..." "I can only imagine." Pit returned the smile as he chuckled softly. "...Did you happen to receive any of the letters that I sent you?" "I did. But there were so many that I haven't had a chance to read them all." the brunette confessed. "I see...then it's no wonder you're confused as to my being here...I wrote pretty much all the details of what's happened thus far...well then...you can look forward to reading them at least when you return to Zaloz..." Yuki mused taking another sip of his cocoa. "Oh, that's true. I didn't think about that. Does your reason involve...why you're not attending the meeting in Emerald...after all you're the prince of Elementia...is that really ok?" Pit questioned as the fire crackled beside them the brunette looking down.
"In a matter of speaking...I suppose you could say it does...in a way at the very least..." Yuki mused. "...I may be an Elementian...and a prince at that...but i'm what you would call...a rather poor excuse for a figurehead...I doubt anyone would take the time to listen to me...present or not...all we can do now is wait it out...and hope for the best..." he told Pit with a sigh. "...I...i guess you're right..." the brunette murmured as he took a seat by Yuki. "But...i'm still worried." "...Well, I suppose it would be it would be useless to tell you not to..." the black haired male confessed as Pit gently leaned over and placed his hand on Yuki's shoulder remaining quiet for a moment. Falling asleep as he did so. Yuki turned carefully to look down at the brunette. For now, he'd just leave him be. Christy nearby only frowned before she turned her head away.
"Well, isn't that just adorable." Akiba giggled. "It's been quite a while since i've seen Pit." "Yep, and he just had to bring Christy here...between her and Stella i'm afraid the rest of the party won't be able to maintain their sanity for long," Takuna muttered as he inhaled his cigarette blowing it out afterward. "Shhh, she'll hear you..." Akiba lightly warned in a whisper. "I think i'll have some of that hot cocoa too." Christy brushed it off and picked up a cup sipping on it. "Oh wow! It is good!" the duchess beamed happily in an effort to distract herself before he squeaked as Joey dropped one of the heavy boxes right next to her. "Whoops! Sorry, dare! I didn't see ya!" Joey quickly appologised."...I-It's ok..." Christy replied softly. Joey blinked his eyes a few times. Despite the fact of how she was acting earlier she didn't seem like a bad person.
"I know! would you like me to help you empty the contents of the box?" the Duchess offered. "Uh...sure knock yerself out." Joey shrugged as he opened it to find the tree inside of him. Before Joey could grab it Christy picked up one of the parts of the tree nearly falling over with it. "WAHHH!" "Uh oh not good!" the blonde made a face as Cupid quickly grabbed her and the tree both falling over with a thud. "...Yikes...dats gotta hurt..." Joey cringed. "Ow...ow...ow..." Cupid groaned as Flora quickly hurried over to them. "Oh my goodness! Are you two ok!?" the faerie asked. "...I'm fine...but...him on the other hand..." Christy mused. Poor Cupid under her with dizzy eyes. "S-Sorry! Sorry Cupid-San!" the Duchess appologised flustered as she removed herself from him. "He'll be alright Cupid's pretty tough," Aster assured her as he took one of the three parts. Carefully Flora helped Cupid up to his feet. It was then she noticed that the tree in the box was fake.
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