Mushroom Galaxy Part 2: Shadow Realm
Continuing on from the last chapter, the Soul Princes wake up in… what seems to be a courtroom? "Court is now in session. The charges, 2 counts of unlawful entry. Defendants, Mario and friends. How do you plead?" Clank responds, "Not guilty." After several minutes of discussion, it appears the jury has reached a verdict. "Has the jury reached a verdict?" "We have, your honor. We find the defendants… guilty. We hereby declare their games… over." (Authors note: I'm not a lawyer. That was the best I can do..)
The Heartless that the Soul Princes noticed earlier spring to life. Gameplay with the Soul Princes fighting them off starts as a energy shield comes up around the room.
After several minutes of fighting, during which Sly, Sora, and the others just have to survive, someone walks into the room. She says, in a way unusually similar to how Peach would say it, "Is there any chance we can do this in a…more peaceful manner?" The judge responds, "Yes, your highness…. Shadow Princess Blossom." The Heartless become less violent and just watch. "Thank you." Peach just stands there, mouth open. Blossom responds, "And who are you?" "I am…Princess Peach of the Mushroom Kingdom. I'm on a recon mission with my friends, the Soul Princes. We were recently informed by an old ally of the Soul Prince of Flame that a scientist who worked on "Project Luigi", whatever that is, is possibly in your realm." "And you consider finding this person important?" "Very important. He or she may be able to lead us to an artifact that is important to universal safety…" Sora, Riku, and Kairi whisper to Peach, "The Keyblade wielders think Blossom is your Nobody. Try asking her about her birth…" Peach nods. "So… Blossom. Do you remember anything about when you were young? Just trying to make conversation." "I only remember the day I was made Princess and received my name. My guardians have stated that I got the name Blossom because I look.. like you. What? The stories I was told growing up… they finally make sense." Sora whispers, "Called it." Ratchet asks, "Peach, did you leave something out of your story of the time Mario battled the Shadow Queen?" "Honestly! I didn't know I was pregnant that day!" Luigi states, "Did anyone?" Peach tells Blossom, "I'll fill you in."
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Blossom starts crying. "Are those…tears?" "Of joy. I've always wondered how I was born, and no one seemed to know. The only thing the Shadow Sirens could figure out was that it was related to my appearance."
Once Blossom has calmed down, the two princesses get down to business. "Professor R is likely at the Dark Margin. The border line between light and darkness." Sora comments, "I remember hearing stories about Aqua meeting with Ansem the Wise at the Galaxy of Hearts' Dark Margin. She really, really needed hope, and got it there." Blossom responds, "If you'd like, I can lead you down there. At least to a certain point."
Sora comments, "Thanks so much. Riku, Kairi, Soul Princes, are you OK with that?" Riku and Kairi start a wave of nods. Blossom says as we head back to gameplay, "Just let me know when you are ready to leave."
And with that, we,
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