----Sabre's POV----

He sighed in relief, watching the Darkness retreat.

They had seemed to be satisfied with the damage they had caused and had left, which was good because Sabre was getting tired.

Putting his sword away, Sabre walked around the streets, looking for Rainbow Steve.

He had seen his friend fly off half-way through the battle, but Sabre hadn't thought much about it because he now had 5 more Darkness to deal with because the Darkness attacking Rainbow gave up on chasing Rainbow after he flew away and turned on Sabre!

Jumping over a large crack in the concrete beneath him, Sabre noticed Light running up to him with a panicked look.

"What's wrong, Light?" Sabre called, rushing up to meet the Steve half-way.

Light glanced up at Sabre after a moment of catching his breath, sorrow filling his eyes. "I-it's Rainbow..."

Sabre stiffened, feeling cold. "What about him?" His voice hitched as he spoke, feeling his throat close up.

He can't be dead, no....no! He's my best friend, he can't be gone!!
Did Void Steve do this?! If he did, I swear to Origin I'm going against Other Sabre's words and destroying that--

"Rainbow was fighting Void Steve and got jumped by Darkness...he's infected." Light looked away, not wanting to look at Sabre as what the Steve said sunk in.

Sabre could feel himself tearing up and start to shake.
No...that's worse than being destroyed...
H-he can't...
I-I can't do this without him!

"Did h-he leave with the Darkness...?" Sabre mumbled, feeling numb all over.

"Yeah...we tried to get to him but he struck down two Colourless Guards and ran..." Light looked guilty as he looked up into Sabre's eyes as best he could through the blindfold, "I'm sorry..."

"No! Don't be sorry...it's not your fault..." Sabre grabbed Light's shoulders, "It's Void Steve and the Darkness's fault!" His voice raised, but Sabre wasn't shouting. His eyes narrowed underneath his blindfold and he looked around at the damage of the Kingdom.
"Void Steve and the Darkness did all of this. We need to destroy them once and for all."

Light narrowed his eyes, nodding and looking determined, "Yeah! It's their fault! We have to destroy them. And if we get rid of Void Steve and the Darkness, then everyone who was infected can be cured, including Rainbow!" Light looked more confident by the second as Sabre's words sunk in.

Sabre nodded, smiling. We can save everyone! I'll have to train even harder with Other Sabre though...
But that's fine! I can do that. Hopefully he...we...can find a way to heal my arm...

Sabre sighed, watching Light walk away to discuss things with the Leaders.
He was surprised as Light stopped and glanced at Sabre with a thoughtful look, "Do you want to discuss this with the Leaders as well?" 

Sabre thought for a moment, then nodded. Talking to the Leaders will get my mind off Rainbow...

They both walked up the stairwell towards the meeting room, the Colourless Guards glancing at them as they passed. Once Light quickly stopped to ask one about how two of the Colourless Guards were, the ones who had been attacked by...Rainbow....They were, according to the Colourless Guard, in a stable condition, but they would have to be suspended from working for 3-4 days. 

After that, they entered the meeting room to see the Orange, Green, Blue and Violet Leaders were already there. 

"Hello, Leaders." Light stepped forward with a bow. They gave a friendly smile, "Hello, Light Steve. I see Sabre's here as well." Orange observed, flashing another smile at Sabre.

Sabre suddenly felt nervous and small in the Leaders' presence, even though he had met them before. "Hello, Orange Leader. And hello, Green Leader, Blue Leader and Violet Leader." Sabre dipped his head respectfully to each as he spoke their names.

"Where's Yellow Leader and Indigo Leader?" Light asked, glancing at their seats. Light sat down in his own seat as Violet Leader responded. 

"I'm not sure, but I know definitely Indigo Leader is coming, he told me himself." Violet Leader frowned at the entrance, as if Indigo Leader would appear there if he stared hard enough.

 Sabre frowned too, walking over to stand next to Light.
Light glanced up at him, a small flicker of sadness in his eyes. 

Sabre looked away, knowing that Light was thinking about either Rainbow or Sabre's paralyzed arm. 

All the Steves (and Non-Steve) looked up as someone entered, that someone being Indigo Leader. "Sorry I'm so late! I got caught up in a chat with an Indigo Steve." He apologized, looking quite embarrassed.

"It's alright, Indigo Leader. You're at least earlier than Yellow Leader." Blue Leader rolled his eyes with an amused smile.

Light and Green Leader chuckled quietly, the room going silent as they waited for Yellow Leader.

Maybe...2 minutes? 3? passed before at last Yellow Leader stomped up the stairs with a small scowl.

"Why are you so late, Yellow Leader? Are you alright?" Concern flashed into Orange Leader's voice as he watched the Yellow Leader slump into his seat.

"I'm alright, Orange Leader. Let's just get this meeting over and done with." Yellow Leader grumbled, not noticing the Orange Leader recoiling with a little surprise at the harshness in the Yellow Leader's tone.

Orange Leader frowned, but turned to the others. "I guess we start. Anything we need to report?"

"I'll report.." Light stood up and walked into the middle. After a moment and taking a deep breath, Light started the report, "The Kingdom has suffered some damage on the walls and around the Kingdom, mostly on the walls and in the centre, but it can be repaired." 
Light paused to think for a moment, then continued, "There has been about 2 Orange Steves, 4 Yellow Steves, 2 Green Steves, 3 Blue Steves, 3 Violet Steves and 6 Indigo Steves infected by the Darkness." 

The Leaders looked troubled, eyes flicking around the room and tight frowns on their faces. 
Light ignored them and continued, "4 Colourless Guards have been injured, but their in stable conditions and will heal soon. They will have a few days off, but will be back to guarding the Kingdom soon."

Light hesitated, glancing at Sabre with another sad look. Sabre knew that Light had to report what happened to Rainbow...

Light took a shaky breath, and closed his eyes before speaking again. "Someone else was infected..." He hesitated again, still keeping his eyes closed.

Sabre noticed the Blue Leader looking even more sad and Sabre swore he whispered under his breath; "Poor Rainbow Steve..." 
Did he see him get infected? 

Sabre didn't question it further, looking back at Light as he continued.

"Rainbow Steve tried to take down Void Steve...but to no avail. He was sneak-attacked by Darkness and...infected..." Light murmured the last word, squeezing his eyes shut even more as the Orange Leader shot out of his seat with an anguished cry.

"No! You're joking!" He insisted, eyes wide.

"This is no joke, Orange Leader...it would be a cruel one if it was." Light turned to the Orange Leader, his voice solemn.

The other Leaders seemed to be too shocked to speak, except for Blue Leader.

"I saw it happen...I was hiding with two other Blue Steves when the terrible fate came to Rainbow Steve..." Blue Leader murmured from his seat, regret in his voice.

"And you did nothing to stop it?!" Orange Leader turned his focus from Light to Blue Leader, anger sparking in his eyes.

"I couldn't! I didn't want the Blue Steves I was with to get hurt, or worse, infected or destroyed!" Blue Leader argued back.

"You could've not let Void Steve or the Darkness know of their presence, and just attacked them with long-distance lightning!" Orange Leader tried, stepping towards the Blue Leader.

"Leaders--" Sabre went to stop the argument before it escalated, but was interrupted by the Blue Leader.

"It happened in a split second! By the time I would've driven off Void Steve and the Darkness, by myself might I add, it would've been too late!" Blue Leader snapped at the Orange Leader, then added with a softer voice, "I'm sorry it happened, I know Rainbow Steve used to be an Orange Steve and you knew him--"

"I didn't just know him, he was my friend!" Orange Leader yelled, tears starting to well up in his eyes.

Blue Leader looked away, looking a bit guilty. "I..." He looked up again, "Just don't blame me about it!"

"I'm not saying you caused Rainbow getting infected, I'm saying that you could've done at least something and not just stand there like a coward!" Orange Leader and Blue Leader bristled, and it looked like it was about to get intense.

"Leaders!" Sabre shouted, catching everyone in the room off-guard. 

There was silence, all of the Steves staring at the Non-Steve. 

Sabre cleared his throat, now feeling a bit awkward. "We shouldn't fight like wolves, it's what Void Steve would want us to do. Divide us, then pick us off one by one, that's what he would do. 
Orange Leader and Blue Leader, I understand you're upset but we shouldn't be quarrelling about this. The longer we spend arguing, the longer it takes to defeat Void Steve." 

After a moment, Green Leader finally spoke up. "I agree with Sabre. He makes a good point." 

Light nodded, eventually the other Leaders nodding too.

"But what are we going to do? Just walk up to Void Steve and ask him to stop nicely?" Yellow Leader scoffed, rolling his bright golden eyes.

"No...that would definitely not work." Sabre frowned, then looked around the room, "Any ideas?"

"Oh! I have one!" Violet Leader spoke up, eyes shining.

"Really? What is it?" Sabre smiled at the Leader as he started to speak, feeling confident that they could end Void Steve's plans once and for all.

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(Translation: A friend gone, Darkness inside.

What would they do?

A plan from flames, a strong voice.
Wings of gold will rise and block out the dark with their light.
Acceptance is needed, in the blackest night.

Lava rain, shielded pain.
None shall be left without hope.

And all will be protected under the Creator's shining heart.)

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I wonder what the plan is (seriously, I haven't figured out what they could plan yet lol)

If no-one can translate the Galactic above in a day, I'll post the translation. (I decided to post the translation anyway just to make it a little easier)

I hope you liked this Chapter, and I hope you have a lovely day/night! Bye, and until next time, stay safe! <3