Chapter 93: Memories that refused to be forgotten
At the East Forest, Wendy was out training with Modeus and Carla.
She tried to go on the offensive against Modeus who laid out his open palms for her to punch, and while she did, he could tell that she was a bit lacking in strength. He caught her fist from her next punch and swiped his feet to knock Wendy down.
Modeus: You're pulling your punches.
She tried to stand up and catch her breath.
Wendy: Well... I wouldn't want to hurt you.
Modeus: We both know that's not the reason. Your mind isn't here. You're thinking about that girl from the other night, aren't you?
Wendy: (looked down) Yes.
Carla: I thought we already covered this, Wendy.
Carla has been observing on the sidelines but started walking toward them.
Carla: There's no use dwelling on this.
Wendy: But Carla aren't you at the very least curious? Sheeree is alive. She's real! All of Cait Shelter wasn't, but she was! And now she's part of a Dark Guild! I... I just can't imagine... I've got so many questions in my head right now!
Modeus: Questions that we are unable to answer. We talked about it with Master Makarov when we got back yesterday, remember?
(flashback)
Makarov: (surprised) You are certain of this?!
Makarov was with Sora, Kairi, Drake, Erza, Wendy, Carla, and Modeus.
Erza: Yes; though only a few of us saw Leviatha, we can confirm that not all of Devil Hand's members are demons.
Sora: And to make matters worse, Vali is their Master.
Makarov: (closed his eyes) To think someone from Wendy's old guild would set down such a path. I can't even begin to imagine how this happened.
Wendy: Master. Can this really be happening? Could it have been possible that not all of Cait Shelter was an illusion?
Makarov: It would appear so. Though I cannot answer how it would be possible, up until the incident with the Oracion Seis, I've never even met another member from that guild.
Drake: Yeah, a girl being in a Dark Guild is definitely messed up. What I'm a bit worried about is what she can do.
Kairi: She copied Gray's Ice-Make magic, Carla's wings, even Wendy's own Dragon Slayer magic. Is that even possible?
Carla: Even if that were the case, it would not apply to how she was able to use Aera magic. That magic can only be used by Exceeds and no other species, it should be physically impossible.
Wendy: But we saw her Carla! We saw Sheeree use wings like you do!
Makarov: Perhaps not the same sort of wings.
Modeus: Master, what do you mean?
Makarov: I believe that this girl possess the ability of Magical Drain.
Sora: Magical Drain? What's that?
Makarov: A very rare form of magic. Supposedly, it allows a wizard to copy the magical abilities of those who are near him or her. It's the only reasonable explanation as to how she was able to mimic yours, and Gray's abilities.
Drake: (rolled his eyes) No one likes a copy cat.
Wendy: But why would she join Devil Hand?! It makes no sense at all!
Makarov: (sighs) Wendy, I understand if this is too personal, but what was your relationship with this girl?
Wendy: Well... We were friends...
Carla: Hardly.
She felt bad about that, but Wendy had a tendency to sugar coat thing so Carla decided to be straight with it.
Carla: Sheeree was not the friendliest person we knew. Wendy did try for many years to approach her, but she would either ignore her or just straight up tell her to 'get lost'. Though she seemed anti-social, I can say for certain that she at least never hated Wendy... not in the same sense we saw her recently.
Wendy looked down a bit while the rest of the group contemplated in silence, at least before Makarov spoke up again.
Makarov: This certainly is disturbing. However, Wendy, I think it's best that you refrain from leaving Magnolia until Devil Hand has been dealt with.
Wendy was about to speak up, but Makarov continued.
Makarov: I can understand why you feel responsible, but this girl has proven to be dangerous. And if she is any indication, I shudder what to think would happen if she brought you to Devil Hand; its bad enough one of my children is already a target of theirs, I won't allow another to be as well. So until the matter is resolved, I want at least one other member of this guild with you at all times, and that is final.
Wendy: But-
Wendy was stopped when Modeus placed a hand on her shoulder.
Modeus: We understand, Master Makarov. I will watch over Wendy.
She looked towards Drake and Erza as they had serious looks and silently agreed this was probably the best decision. Even Carla seemed to nod in agreement. She sighed.
Wendy: Okay, Master.
(flashback ended)
Wendy: I know. But... I can't help but feel maybe... this was my fault. That Sheeree became part of a Dark Guild because of me.
Carla: Wendy, don't even think that. Sheeree made her own choice, not you.
Wendy: But-
Wendy was interrupted as Modeus kneeled down in front of her and placed his hands firmly on her shoulders, as he looked her in the eyes.
Modeus: Wendy, listen to me very carefully. This is not your fault. You didn't know. I don't know the circumstances with Sheeree, but you are not responsible for her actions, despite what she might say. You are a good and kind person with a big heart capable of nothing but love, and don't you ever doubt that.
She looked at him with shaky eyes.
Wendy: Modeus...
Carla: He's right. Wendy, you may be naïve, but above all else, you have a kind soul and are willing to do anything for those you care about. (smiles) And I am proud to be your friend.
Tears threatened to fall from Wendy's eyes as she smiled.
Wendy: You guys... (rubbed her face with her arm)
Modeus stood up and looked at her with a kind smile.
Modeus: Now, let us head back to the Guildhall.
Wendy: (smiles and nods) Right.
*with Vali*
Vali walked through the cavern along with Master Xehanort and the rest of Organization XIII. Two members have their hoods covering their faces while Ansem, Xemnas, Young Xehanort, Vanitas, Xigbar, Saix, Luxord, Marluxia, Larxene, and Dark Riku had their hoods off.
Mammon: Well look who's here? Nice to see ya boss.
Iblis: (glares at Mammon) Ahem!
Mammon: (rolled his eyes) Sorry, I mean Master Vergil. (notices Organization XIII) Well who are these guys?
The remainder of the Seven Sins looked in honest surprise, with the exception of Belphegor who was bored as usual, as well as Arkham who raised an eyebrow; he already knew who they are.
The Thirteen Seekers of Darkness saw the members of Vali's elite and looked with interest; though when Young Xehanort eyes set upon Leviatha and Beelzebub he looked in honest surprise.
Young Xehanort: Children?
Luxord: They've got children in their ranks?
Saix's eyes then set upon Arkham as he looked at him. One look from his eyes was enough to send a chill down his spine, which surprised him.
Vali: This is Organization XIII, the Thirteen Seekers of Darkness. They will be our allies.
Iblis: Organization XIII? That's a surprise. Didn't expect you guys to take notice so soon.
Marluxia: Nothing can escape our eyes, I promise you.
Satan: So you guys are gonna pick a fight with us? I hope so, I've been so bored I'm itching to kill someone!
Leviatha: (sarcastic) When are you not?
Ansem: As entertaining as it would be to face you all, I believe we have other matters to attain too.
Larxene: Besides, some of us are here to observe which is getting boring.
Mammon: (smirks) Well I wouldn't mind observing you sweetie.
Mammon gazed at her long slender legs as well as her assets.
Asmodeua: Why her thought? Wouldn't you prefer a real woman? (took a seductive pose before looking at Larxene) Though I wouldn't mind adding her to my little... collection. (licked her lips)
Iblis: Keep each of your thoughts to yourself! (turns to Vali) Master Vali, are you certain this is wise, allowing them here?
Vali: Should they betray us, I'll be the first they answered. Besides, they may have some use to us.
Most of the Seven Sins seemed all right with this, they all knew better than to question Vali. A few of them had heard of each member and their achievements, but even then Vali outmatched each one of them.
Arkham looked with interest, this was not foreseen, but no matter; as Vali said, they could be useful toward his own goal.
Arkham: Now then, shall we begin?
Belphegor: Finally, something to ease my boredom. So what's next on our list?
Vali: We have remained in the dark long enough. Now is the time we rise.
This caught everyone's interest as Iblis, Satan, Asmodeua, and Mammon looked particularly excited.
Mammon: Alright! I've been waiting for this!
Satan: You and me both! (clenched his fists in anticipation) I can't wait to spill some blood!
Asmodeua: So, what shall we do, dearest master?
Vali: We shall divide and conquer. First, we need to separate the wizards from the Guardians of Light. Then, you seven we deal with Guardians with one Organization member with you.
Iblis: (prideful smile) As you wish, mighty Master Vali.
Vali: Once the wizards realized that the Guardians are dead, they'll fight the Organization to avenge their fallen comrades. (looks at Master Xehanort) You better not underestimate them, Xehanort.
Master Xehanort: I understand. As for who's going with the Seven Sins, I know just the perfect vessel for that.
Arkham: Now then, go forth Seven Sins of Devil Hand! The Era of Darkness begins now!
*with Drake*
As the morning comes Drake gets up and he checks the calendar and sees that it's important day for a friend that he has memories of but no one else has.
He gets up and dressed up, then walks out of the room as he was about to walk out of his house until Aqua ask him.
Aqua: Hey Drake, where are you going?
Drake: Just going to a park, I'll be back later.
He walks out Aqua gets a worried look because she saw a sad look on him. She was about to go after him until Trish stops her.
Trish: It's all right. It's just today is a really important day for him to be alone for awhile.
Aqua: Why?
Trish: Well it all starts when he was younger. Let's take a seat so we can be comfortable.
So they went to the couches then Sora and the others take a seat because they were curious, Lea being the most out of them all.
(Note: this will take place during the timeskips of Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days)
Five years back, Drake was on a job in a park to hunt down some demons that came out at night. Once he was in the park he saw a group of demons attacking a girl in a black coat, trying to fend off against the demons.
But she was out numbered, then one of them was about to pounce on her. That's until Drake lunge with swift strike that cut the demon in half.
Young Drake: You alright there?
Girl: Yeah, I'm alright.
Young Drake: Good, now let's take care of these demons.
Then they proceeded to slay the demons once they took care of them. Drake got the job done then he decided to get to know the girl.
Young Drake: Hey, what's your name miss?
The girl took off her hood, revealing her black hair and blue eyes.
Xion: My name is Xion.
Young Drake: Nice to meet you Xion. So why are you out here alone?
Xion: I was on a mission to investigate this world. I finished, and I was about to go back home until I got jumped by what you call demons. But why are you out here alone?
Young Drake: Well I was doing a job to kill demons that came at night and attack people those were them. So thanks for the help..
Xion: (chuckles) Wasn't I supposed to say that since you did save me?
Young Drake: Yes, but you did help me in my job.
Xion: True.
They both laughed then Drake asked Xion if hangout when she has free time she agreed to it so whenever they had free time.
They both meet in the park to share stories of what they did and enjoyed some ice cream. They both began to be come closer and closer to each other.
Drake was growing a little crush on her, but he didn't know if she felt the same so he kept it to himself.
Then one day he was at the park to meet with her again but she didn't show up he thought she was running late.
Young Drake: Man, where is she?
He was waiting for hours until he started to get a headache.
Young Drake: What's happening? Why does my head hurts?
He then realized that his memories of Xion were fading, but he was not going to let them go.
Young Drake: No! I'm not going to let these memories go! I refuse to let them be forgotten!
(Flashback ended)
Trish: So that's why he's going to the park. To remember the yimes he had with her before she disappeared.
When she was finished everyone felt bad for Drake for what happen to his friend while Lea gets a shocked expression like he heard that name before and Aqua felt like she wanted to comfort him.
Aqua's mind: He's in pain like I did when my friends weren't around. I need to help him.
Lea's: Why does that name sound so familiar? I want to remember, but something is preventing me.
*Meanwhile at the park*
Drake was sitting on a fountain that him and Xion would sit on when they hangout.
Drake: (sighs) I wish I knew what ever happened to her. I hope I get to see her again.
He was about to leave he gets jumped by both Heartless and demons surrounding him.
Drake: Never a dol moment, huh? Alright, let's get this party started!
*with a hooded girl*
A girl in a black coat was in the park investigating the Son of Sparda.
Girl's mind: This park... This is where I would hang out with little Y/N. I wonder what he's doing.
Her thoughts were interrupted to sounds of fire arms and bladed clashes. She checked it out, once arrived she saw Drake fighting Heartless and demons.
While he was pushing one of the demons with his Keyblade, a Heartless was about to pounce on him.
The girl summoned Keyblade and lunge at the Heartless, she took it down as Drake took care of the demon and looked at her for some reason.
Drake: Thanks for the save. Huh, deja vu.
Hooded girl: No problem, let's take care of them first.
Drake: Took the words out of my mouth.
As they took care of them, they were able to relax. The girl in the back coat decided to make small talk with Drake.
Hooded girl: So, why are you here fighting the Heartless and those monsters?
Drake: There called demons, and I was here to remember a friend that I haven't seen since I was a boy. We would always hangout here during our free time when we had any.
Hooded girl: (thoughts) That sounds like what me and little Drake would do. Then if my hunch is correct... (speaking) So what was her name. And what's your name before I forget to ask?
Drake: I'm Drake Redgrave, and my friend's name was Xion
The hooded girl was shocked that the white-haired man in front of he is her friend Drake. He went from cute to being handsome which made her blush.
She didn't want to fight him, not her crush since she first met him. She notice a tear going down his face when he said Xion.
Hooded girl: You're crying. Are you okay?
Drake: I'm fine. Besides devils never cry. I notice that you're part of the Thirteen Seekers of Darkness. So why are you here?
Hooded girl: To observe you with the Heartless. But the demons weren't supposed to be involved, so I had to help you. It's a one time only thing.
Drake: Ok. Thanks, but you didn't say your name.
Hooded girl: You'll know it at the fated place. I'll take my leave, you best to do the same. You'll need all your strength.
Drake: Fair enough. I guess I'll catch ya later.
As soon they parted ways and he was no where in sight, the girl took off my hood revealing to be Xion while she shed a tear
Xion: (whispers) He still remembers me. I thought all those people I came in contact would forget me when I disappeared. But he didn't, and he missed me.
Then more tears came down her face that her crush missed her. What will Xion do if she have to fight him?
She whipped her tears and composed herself as she put her hood back on and headed back to the Keyblade Graveyard.
Unknown to Xion, Drake was actually hiding behind some trees to make it look like he went back home
Drake's mind: Why her? Why did she had to be on their side? I have to find a way to help her. I will find a way, Xion. Like I did for Aqua.
With that he went back to his house and Aqua hangout with Drake and comfort him. She'll find away to confess to her feelings toward him.
Chapter 93 ended.
Sorry it took so long, but now I'm really at the Keyblade Graveyard part. And this part will be interesting cause I'm planning the Seven Guardians of Light to fight the Seven Sins of Devil Hand.
If you don't know, each of them represents one of the Seven Deadly Sins.
Iblis – Pride
Mammon – Greed
Asmodeua – Lust
Satan – Wrath
Leviatha – Envy
Belphegor – Sloth
Beelzebub – Gluttony.
They have also been given names from folklore that depicts demons/fallen angels who each represent the Seven Deadly Sins (Asmodeua was changed from Asmodeus, and Leviatha was changed from Leviathan).
So which Guardian of Light and Sin of Devil Hand will fight? Let me know at the comments below, peace out!
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