The group is getting ready for whatever is starting they begin to hear more trees falls down but hear a familiar voice.
????: It's time for the main event everyone! (As the voice says this hundreds of soldiers from all different element territories show up through the trees from the fire to air and some council members show up in front as well with their weapons unsheathed knowing this will not be easy)
Shizen: (Her eyes narrow looking directly in front of them seeing the people a merge from the forest and once hearing the voice knowing exactly who it is). I see... I expected you to show your face again... Never expected the council to agree with someone as power hungry as yourself. (The anger is clear in her voice and eyes as she glares at where Agni is behind the fire guards waiting for him to show himself as she clenches her fist tightly with everyone else looking at the guards with weapons readied for anything).
Agni: Hey there Shizen dear, nice to see you again too and no, no I'm not here on that business. It's rude to call someone power hungry when they aren't but no I'm not here on any special business this was an issue brought to the council by outside sources.
Shizen: Well your actions say otherwise and what would that be exactly. (She looks at the other council members pausing once seeing Nagi and Shiro's children with their daughter Chikara wearing the medal of the light council member with her long white hair pulled back in a light grey headband with white eyes scanning the area carefully looking a lot like her mother. The youngest son Kyoda wearing the dark council member medal over a black tunic with dark blue borders to match his eyes and his short black hair pulled back. Kishi is beside them in black knights armor with his black hair longer than Kyoda's with black eyes looking the most like Nagi out of the siblings. Shizen turns her attention to them to try and avoid the urge to kill Agni that moment). I see you have taken your parents positions on the council for now... Please tell me what this is about.
Chikara: (Looks away from Shizen). We were notified of a highly dangerous spirit that runs from capture at this location by the head of light guardians Yuzuki and have voted on things being done before anything disastrous is to happen.
Shizen: (Her eyes widen then sees Yuzuki at the head of the light guardians being able to tell it is her even with the helmet and armor as she narrows her eyes at her even though knowing she probably did not have much of a choice).
Kura: (Her eyes widen in shock as she whispers to herself Yami's name and clenches her fist making Kairi even more worried and concerned).
Orion: (As he stands beside Shizen with an angry look in his eyes). WHAT DO YOU MEAN A COUNCIL MATTER! (He yells at first but tunes himself down). If it was such an important matter, why didn't you call Shizen and I to the meeting about this!
Agni: (He stands forward first). Well we would but knowing on how you two are connected to the spirit yours votes were unneeded knowing they would be bias.
Shizen: (Grits her teeth as she looks at all of the council members then at the water council member. She has black flowing hair with deep blue and a blue gown the fabric almost looks like water flowing with shades a blue in each fold of silky fabric and deep blue eyes and pink lips. Shizen looks at the spirit that is like a older sister to her). Mizuko please don't tell me you voted for this to happen as well.
Mizuko: (She steps forward and sighs regretfully). No I was opposed to it as well as Kyoda but the votes were against us.
Shizen: (Looks at a man wearing grey robes with grey short hair and a fan in one hand appearing to be the wind council member and sighs). Seiji why did you vote for this then as well as for you Chikara.
Chikara: (Still looks away). Even though I did not agree with my brother I still see how it is logical to have any danger to innocent lives be dealt with quickly as well as we could not ignore things that happened in the past involving a loss of many lives.
Seiji: Now Shizen, I know we weren't always on the best of term's but one of my trusted advisors had said troubling things after being in this location for a while. He felt like an impassable danger was nearby. Mr. Yasuo wouldn't dare lie if it would involve the many innocent lives he would effect.
Chazz: (Upon hearing the name he immediately realizes who it is and clenches his fists knowing he should have sealed him away).
Shizen: Even if the person I think you are talking about is just a young child? Is it fair to take him away just because of his ability right when he found a place to call a home?
Chikara: He may be young but he still had done crimes that must be answered for in a court of the council. We also must seal the ability to make sure more lives are not lost that way.
Kura: (Instantly snaps at the council yelling at them before anyone can stop her). You can't seal it, you'll kill him. He's just I little boy DON'T DO THIS! I WON'T LET YOU!
Kairi: (Hears everything happening and tears up with a beggful expression). Please don't take Yami away!
Kyoda: Well I.... (He is then taken by surprise from how much the person who just yelled looks so much like Hitomi from the last time he saw her and cannot find the right words to say right now after a very minor pause). Alright now... I still don't why this all necessary if it would cost another life. I knew the person who cause the last incident personally and I know that this spirit wouldn't cause it again! Chikara please you must understand this isn't right when it seems like he isn't a threat and if Shizen knew a way how to solve the killing issue don't you think she would have done it by now! Please understand our parents wouldn't want this.
Agni: (He takes an interest in what he just said, raising an eyebrow).
Kishi: (Being just the knight he isn't allowed to speak during this discussion but is doing his best to hold back everything in his head for once seeing Tori again).
Chikara: (Looks at Kyoda clearly not fully agreeing). He may be our nephew but I cannot ignore that the ability is a danger to others and must be dealt with at the least!
Shizen: (Sighs). You two are very unbalanced in your views... The council needs a balance like Nagi and Shiro's but I know that you are doing your best as their children for now... However. (Her eyes flash red with anger looking directly at Agni). I will not allow you to take the boy away from where he belongs. IF YOU EVEN THINK OF DOING ANYTHING, I WILL DEAL WITH YOU MYSELF ONCE AND FOR ALL!
Rowen: (He puts his hand on her shoulder knowing the rage she is feeling and the same for him but he lets her do the talking).
Agni: Oh but how are we taking him from where he belongs when he could kill the people he is trying to protect by a simple shift in his mood? I would welcome the sparring match Shizen but that would need to be for another time.
Shizen: (She clenches her fist and grits her teeth with a low growl in anger).
Mizuko: (Has a look of sympathy to Shizen, Orion and the others with them wishing she was not out voted).
Chikara: That is enough, let's get this over with. (She nods and in a flash of light guards surround the group).
Jennifer: (In a instant she becomes unarmed by 4 guards that surround her as she grits her teeth as more guards heading towards Chazz, Hiki and Tori to surround them).
Kura: (Tries to get through but is quickly restrained as she struggles). Let me go DON'T YOU DARE GO NEAR HIM!
Kairi: (She tears up even more looking for Yami not wanting him to go away).
Shizen: (Has a angered look at the guards but then notices streams of darkness flowing to somewhere a little further in back of her making her curse at the timing of it as Tori can feel the pull of darkness as well as Kishi, Kyoda and the dark spirit guards with them).
Tori: (He and all the other dark spirits feel the pull of energy and he begins to panic). Yami don't do it!
Yami: (Is in back oh everyone standing a little further in back but more forward from the tree he was sitting in. He seems frozen where he stands with a fearful and panicked look in his eyes from what is happening unable to control the ability with his emotions like this).
Chikara: (Sees Yami now and sighs looking at Kishi as if he already knows his role in this). Kishi... You know what you must do.
Kura: (Her eyes widen as she clashes with one of the guards that hold her back in a panic).
Shizen: (Starts to run to Yami but clashes with 4 guards who struggle to keep her back needing back up from more guards as the others surround Orion and Rowen).
Kishi: (In an instant he is already behind Yami and places his hands on his shoulders). Yami... Please calm down, you're hurting everyone else... Please just calm down... It's time to sleep again.... (In an instant he knocks Yami out and stops his ability from being used for the time being).
Yami: (In that moment he slowly looks back at Kishi still frozen in his fears a bit as he falls to his knees from being knocked over the head as he is whispering). ... No....
Kairi: (She tries to run to Yami but is held back but she is able to reach a hand out give energy to Yami).
Kura: (Tries to struggle to reach Yami but is unable to like Kairi so she reaches her hand out to give him her dark energy while shouting for him to snap out of it). YAMI GO RUN!
Yami: (As energy is being given to him making him wake up and Kura's shouting making him snap out of it while laying there he nods and disappears into the shadow to come out of another shadow where trees are growing to the side of them. He bolts into the forest as if in a fight or flight type of mindset as he continues repeating no but a little louder from everything happening and his own fears).
Kishi: (He sighs). I really didn't want this to be harder than it already is...But ok then... Again I'm sorry everyone.... (He begins to chase after Yami with a similar type of speed that Kairi uses).
Shizen: (She tries to get past then makes a quick decision to make a guard trip up with a vine near Tori giving him a small opening). GO!
Tori: (Speeds after them in instant as he begins to fly towards the general direction where the two of them went).
Yami: (As the others clash with guards trying to get to him he runs as possibly can with adrenaline taking over a bit as he pulls out his knives to defend himself. He can feel the fear in him as he's in a fight or flight. He looks in back of him to see if anyone's there as he reaches a darker area of the forest as he absorbs dark energy because of his panic and emotions not that he can control it at the moment as he keeps looking in back of him as he runs).
Kishi: (As he runs he gets ahead of him and blocks Yami's path with a dark aura surrounding him). Ok now Yami that's enough.
Yami: (Grits his teeth and punches Kishi with darkness swirling around his fist to try and get past). LEAVE ME ALONE!
Kishi: (He takes the punch as he grabs Yami's arm). Just listen to me for one second!
Yami: (Still is in his panic as he tries to pull away). NO I'M NOT GOING BACK! (As he says this her knees Kishi hitting a very painful area for a guy even though there's armor there just focusing on trying to get away as his ears become more pointed and teeth more canine as he takes some darkness still).
Kishi: (After being hit he feels a sting but manages to hang onto Yami).
Yami: (As a last attempt to try and get out of Kishi's he bites onto the arm holding onto him even though covered in armor and leather with a small growl).
Kishi: (He starts to get annoyed). Just listen to me for one second Yami!
Yami: (Looks in back of him and up at Kishi with a angered look although the fear clear in his eyes). Fine but not going to rot in a cell and die! I didn't mean to kill those people and not going to be taken away by fire, I'm not going with him!
Tori: (As he gets there soon after he grabs Kishi's arm and pulls him away with his wings spread out).
Kishi: (Being pulled away from Yami by Tori he can't help but grit his teeth). Dammit Tori though it's nice seeing you have gotten much stronger but I can't let you stop me from doing this.
Tori: Dammit Kishi leave us, I don't want to fight you!
Kishi: Then let me talk to him for one minute! (He has the dark fire in his eyes meaning he is completely serious with Tori knowing those very well).
Yami: (Grits his teeth and yells at Kishi as he faces him in a defensive stance). Then just tell me already, get it over with just stop hunting me like a monster!
Kishi: (He sighs as Tori let's go of him). Fine... If you come now there is an easy way to get you out in a day or two. I will be placed in charge of guarding you and another spirit that is there that after having contact with her she can help everyone get you out....
Yami: (Pauses as he lets his guard down with a surprised look). Your... Going to break me out... Why... It's not like I didn't do a lot bad things... So why are you doing that... Why help me....
Kishi: Because I know your can do better than anyone else at controlling this. I want to know for sure you can sleep at night without being scared for once and I'm doing this because this is wrong for what they are doing to you. Even if I stand against my own sister I won't let this happen to anyone innocent since it isn't what my parents taught me.
Yami: (Leans against the tree he's near and looks up as he thinks). I guess that was the last time I sort of slept when caught me on the street even if not that long... Is that why you let me go that easily?.... I'm not exactly innocent, I took lives the day I was born... And what if I can't control it... I mean every time I even get a little upset I hurt someone... So I don't blame them for thinking I'll become a monster like my dad... I just... Didn't know what else to do I guess.... (He looks down at his hand as he creates a ball of darkness from the darkness around him with streams coming up from it like smoke as his red eyes glow in the darkness as he looks at it).
Kishi: (He sighs). Well even if you begin to lose control isn't there people who will be there to help you regain your sense's. I know you didn't mean too but no matter what I know you're a good kid Yami.
Yami: (Smiles a little as he puts out the darkness in his hand). Guess I have a few people now that deal with me for some reason... Don't want to hurt them... But not as bad as before. Just don't know how that happened but guess their ok. (He grins at Tori feeling a little better Kishi is trying to help).
Kishi: Ok then good, so to make things easier on everyone please just come with me for a little bit ok?
Yami: (Pauses as he thinks looking from Tori then back to Kishi). ... You promise I'm coming back... Right?.... But mostly... Promise that none of them get hurt. (He looks directly at into Kishi's eyes with seriousness in his glowing red eyes as he walks up and looks up at him).
Kishi: I will do everything I can on my end. It will be up to everyone else to get you but knowing your sister and friends they be there in a day or even less if they could.
Tori: (He laughs a little). And we will be there to bring you back no matter the cost
Yami: (Looks at both Tori and Kishi again). Ok... I guess you have to arrest me now right? I know you got to do it anyways... Wow I always thought being a knight kind of was cool long time ago too since Kuro wanted to be one too... Guess jobs not as cool sometimes....
Kishi: No they really can be great and cool... But it isn't cool when you know you're doing something that you know is wrong... But unfortunately yes I have to "arrest you". (He makes air quotes up with his fingers).
Yami: (Can't help but laugh at the air quotes but then sighs seeing what looks like handcuffs attached to Kishi's belt and reaches for them. He pauses looking at the handcuffs in his hands now seeming to hesitate with some of his fears he had been thinking about recently).
Tori: It will fine Yami. (He places his fist up for a fist bump). We will their to get you as soon as we can. I promised Kuro I would always have your back so count on it.
Yami: (Feels reassured by Tori's words and raises his arms to his to fist bump back). Ok, just make sure everyone else safe.... (Once reassured it would be alright he starts to put the handcuffs on himself from behind his back and once he has them on looks up at Kishi again).
Kishi: Ok then come with me and stay by me. I'll make sure nothing goes wrong while your near me ok?
Yami: (Pauses before nodding that he understands). Will kind of look weird with looking like not much of a fight... Well guess there was a little.
Kishi: I'll just say I just convinced you to come peacefully since it will be the easiest explanation.
Yami: Ok if you say so... Guess should get going huh. (He seems fine at first glance but when looking in his eyes can see the worry and fear flooding his mind like how Tori saw him earlier with his instincts).
Tori: (He and Kishi knock him on the head). Calm down now. It will be ok just be brave? We won't let anything happen to you and we will make sure there is a home for you to return too.
Yami: (Gets a annoyed and grumpy look like he normally would). Hey I'm not scared and quit hitting me. I probably could of won if we fought more too!
Tori: Yes, yes keep telling yourself that Yami.
Yami: (Grins at the challenge then goes back to looking more serious with a thought as he looks at Kishi). Just... Keep that Agni guy away... Can't promise I won't kill or at least bite the asshole or something. (Can see a deep anger as his fists clench behind his back).
Kishi: (He nods his head). Ok, trust me I don't like the fellow just as much and since you're a dark spirits you would be under my brothers protection not the fire spirits.
Yami: (Nods understanding Kishi and sighs). Ok... Want to say goodbye to all of them before leaving... I guess just say that's what required leaving without struggle or something... Since know Kairi and Kura not gonna like this.
Tori: I'll explain to them what's going on but I'll follow behind you.
Kishi: Thank you and knowing Kura she is going to try to attack so I apologize in advance... It's really her? (He says the last part more quietly to himself still with some disbelief).
Yami: Thanks, probably still be mad knowing her. (He looks up at Kishi seeming confused). Wait how'd you know it was her, hair and eyes all blue? She used it to disguise before.
Kishi: (He laughs a little with a sad smile afterwards). I knew how your mother looked for the years she came over to the house... so knowing how Kura was when she was younger and how she adored your mom. Of course she would try to disguise herself like your mom.
Yami: (Looks down as he thinks about what Kishi said for a moment but still not sure how to feel or respond about the information). So looks like our mom?... Huh... Well umm let's get going I guess.... (He starts to walk ahead of both Kishi and Tori with thoughts on what Kishi just said as he tries to imagine it still having trouble though without knowing for real he tries to focus on what's going on now instead).
Kishi: (As he leads the two towards the exit to the forest yet he also begins to have a bad feeling about this yet he can't bring himself to say anything).
Yami: (Looks at the forest seeing they are reaching the end of it and sighs before he Kishi and Tori are seen looking away from it).
Shizen: (Sees the movement first and is about to try getting past the guards but notices Tori is walking with them and is unwounded become puzzled by what happened in the forest with some of the others wondering the same).
Kura: (Instantly tries reaching out to Yami frantically while trying to get past the guards holding her back). No Yami! Let him go!
Kairi: (Does the same as Kura as she starts to tear up). Please do not take Yami away!
Jennifer: (Tries to jump for her bow again but is held back as well gritting her teeth).
Kishi: (He just looks down as creates a small wall of dark fire and walks Yami over to Kura and Kairi). You have 5 minutes.
Shizen: (She watches Kura and Kairi with sadness but also looks at Tori pulling him towards her so he can let her and Orion know what had happened).
Kura: (Her eyes widen looking at Kishi and then Yami as she is let go to hug Yami tightly as tears begin to fall). No... Please no... He doesn't deserve any of this... Please....
Yami: (Says quietly as he looks down). Sis... It's ok... It'll be ok.
Kairi: (Grabs Kishi's arm holding onto it tightly before he moves away while looking up at him with big beggful teary eyes). Please... Do not take Yami away....
Kishi: (He wants to say everything but seeing on how close Agni is watching him he can't bring himself to say anything but one thing). I'm sorry.
Kairi: (Tears fall as she quickly hugs Yami with Kura her tears flowing just as heavily).
Jennifer: (Now being released by the guards she begins to walk towards Yami with Chazz and Hiki as she wipes the tears in her eyes not knowing what she can do).
Yami: (Pauses in the hug but after a few seconds leans into the hug doing his best to hug back with hands behind his back but still doing his best to comfort them).
Kairi: (Her and Kura's eyes widen at actually being hugged back by Yami which makes their emotions overwhelm them even more).
Hiki: (Has been crying with Chazz holding her in a hug to help her deal with the rush of sadness).
Tori: (He explains everything to Shizen and Orion quickly and quietly).
Shizen: (As Tori explains the plan she nods understanding looking a Kishi but still has a look clearly that she disapproves the plan narrowing her eyes at Agni in a glare as she goes over to Yami kneeling down to his height with a glowing hand she hides until the glow fades and she subtlety shows a green gem to Yami remembering it the same one Kairi and Chazz were given).
Yami: (Yami quickly takes the gem in his mouth a shallows it as a moment later well as grabbing one of the hair pins in Kairi's hair as he let's go of the hug hiding it in his mouth only Tori noticing him do this).
Tori: (As he sighs seeing Yami do that). Well I guess things will work out then. Just got to believe in him. (Shizen hears him only)
Shizen: (Smiles at Tori). Ahh I trust Kishi fully, he's like his father in what he believes in... So his side of things are not what I sense danger from. (She glares at Agni while saying that knowing he will be up to something).
Agni: (Upon seeing the group have their hug he can't help but smile and wave at Shizen as he silently says). Welcome to my plan Shizen... It's all going according to it.
Shizen: (Grits her teeth in anger and clenches her fists as she tries to figure out what Agni is planning with this).
Yami: (As he is being hugged tightly by Kairi and Kura he sees the others are upset as well seeing Hiki and Jennifer is crying too along with Kura and Kairi). Come on aren't Hiki and Kairi the ones with that goofy smiles. Come on to much crying in this.
Kairi: (Tries to wipe her eyes but it not working at all). I can't help it I do not want to say goodbye... Please do not go.
Yami: (Leans in to hug Kairi again). Come on I'll be back... It won't be that long just... Take care of everyone... Be safe ok... Don't worry about me.
Kura: (Joins the hug again as her emotions are still overwhelming). You can't tell me not to worry Yami, I can't accept this. You did nothing wrong! You don't deserve it, your a little boy. You shouldn't have to deal with all of this and you should be able to at least sleep one night peacefully you, shouldn't have to just give up on it and stay up. You shouldn't be in a cell you're not a criminal, your just a little boy. You shouldn't have to struggle like this! (She says in a quieter voice but still breakdowns with Yami in her arms). What good am I as a big sister... If I can't even protect you from all the pain you've been through... What kind of sad excuse for a big sister am I... And why am I not able to protect you now... You deserve better than struggling with the pain in your mind... You deserve to just be a happy kid that I've seen slowly break... Why can't I protect that... Why can't I protect you....
Kishi: (As he struggles to keep himself together he puts his hand on Yami's shoulder). It's time Yami... I'm sorry Kura... May your mother forgive me.
Kura: (Just holds onto Yami closer and tighter as tears flow heavily). No... Please don't... Please....
Yami: (Says to Kura as he looks down). You do your best protecting me... But I want to protect you so try not to cry to much through this... I'll be ok... Just hang on to Kairi.... (He looks at everyone else with a small smile from Kura's and Kairi's hug as both have heavy tears). Just... Take care ok?
Hiki: (As she leaves Chazz's side while holding his hand she goes over to hug Yami too knowing he never wanted a hug from her but she does not care, just hugs him from behind and knocks him a bit over). Idiot... Idiot... Idiot... What happened to being where you belong... What happened to happily living here... What is making you want to leave... I'm sorry... I'm sorry... Don't leave Yami... We need you here just as much as anyone else....
Yami: (Looks down accept being surrounded in hugs at the moment). I guess I was starting to think I could stay no problem too... But come on... I don't want any of you guys getting into trouble or getting hurt... Not again... So just let me go for a little bit... And Tori will explain what's going on... Just... Let me go for now... You have to... Sorry.
Kura: (Just holds tight as she cries not really able to get as many words out as before). You know... You sound too much like Kuro....
Jennifer: (Goes to sit behind Kairi with tears in her eyes). No one will accept this... So do not think this little group is going to leave like this... We will catch up... And do whatever it takes to get you out of this.
Kairi: (Holds onto Yami just as much as Kura as she cries uncontrollably doing everything she can to hold on as long as possible).
Kishi: (Even more he struggles as he just looks down while he taps Yami's shoulder). I'm sorry.
Yami: (Looks down as well knowing Kishi doesn't have a choice). Yeah I know... I gotta go.... (He slowly stands but the hugging making it difficult to do so). I'm sorry... I gotta go....
Kairi: (She tries to wipe her tears but it is not working). We are going to come get you Yami... I do not want to say goodbye forever....
Shizen: (Says in a serious voice). We will journey to capital just until then, Orion and I will speak on your behalf to help your case... We will make it there as soon as we can manage.
Yami: (Continues looking away). Yeah I know... But come on... Gotta let go of me. (He says to the ones hugging him).
Kairi: (Looks up at him with heavy tears as she tries to loosen her grip as Jennifer holds onto her making her hug Jennifer back tightly and cry looking at Yami).
Kura: (Has the most trouble letting go unable to say anything else just trying to hold on for as long as she possibly can).
Yami: (Sighs knowing Kura would take this the hardest as he moves both Hiki and Kura off knowing he has to even though it hurts them mumbling a sorry as he pushes them off. He walks up to Kishi but looks back at everyone one more time with a small smile to try reassuring them but it's not very convincing since the way he was acting with fear is still slightly in his eyes clearly hiding his instincts from them. He wants to be strong and act how he usually does for Kura and the others making himself grin towards them but it quickly fades when turning away).
Tori: (He looks down as Hiki cries into Chazz's arms as Rowen and Orion look down as well seeming disappointed in themselves as Luna and Maru are in awe from what has just happened).
Yami: (As he is being led by Kishi now he stops a second passing Maru and Luna looking directly at Luna with a serious expression). Your keeping your promise... Right?
Luna: (It takes a second for her to recollect herself). Yes I will be there if worse comes to worse... I'll put you down so your sister doesn't live with the guilt... I will live with the hatred.
Maru: (He and Kishi both look surprised as what Luna has just said). Wait Luna....
Yami: (Just smiles looking reassured and nods). Thanks.... (As he says this he begins to walk away again not needing to say much more since it was already said before. Kishi almost has to shake out of his surprise so he can stay in front of Yami).
Kishi: (As he shakes out of the weird feelings from the statement, he brings Yami over to Kyoda and Chikara). Well he is here, what are we doing now.
Chikara: (Steps forward first but isn't looking directly at Kishi and Yami though her voice acting strong and commanding as her roll demands even if it sounds harsh). Good work Kishi, we are to take him to a more secure cell not near the other dark spirits as a precaution and have the court assemble on this matter in three days time hopefully.
Yami: (Looks at Chikara and seems like his normal self when opening his mouth when he shouldn't with a grin). What you think I'm gonna break out again.
Chikara: (Sighs). I see he has as much manners as last time. Don't talk out of turn.
Yami: (Has a grumpy expression towards his aunt). Don't tell me what to do.
Kyoda: Well regardless of your political feelings Chikara I think it is wise to also try and be nice to your nephew at least since it is the first time you are seeing him in years now.
Chikara: (Sighs). Perhaps after our duties are taken care of we can act like a big happy family... But for now he is a prisoner of the council and we must put our duties first.
Yami: (Gets surprised at how cold Chikara is). Wow... Guess a lot of stuff happened?
Chikara: (Keeps her face serious as taking her role in the council just as seriously). I will not take this lightly again since the count of dark spirits harmed by this ability have been almost countless.
Kyoda: (He sighs). And this why we can't get along as well anymore Chikara but regardless we shall talk about it more tomorrow.
Chikara: (Nods saying nothing more to it as she approaches Yami while creating a light seal in her hand).
Yami: (Leans away being weary of the seal in her hand). What's that for?
Chikara: To block your darkness energy, don't worry I will be there to release it when needed.
Yami: (Snaps at Chikara now knowing what it's for, his emotions about seals like that making him take a very small amount of darkness). Hey I didn't agree to that!
Chikara: Even so it must be done. (She places the seal on Yami before his attempt to get away from it).
Yami: (Curses once it's on him but since he's taking a little darkness he feels a shock go through him every time he uses his power. The more he tries the bigger the shock with bigger what looks like white electricity on him making him grit his teeth and curse again though not really feeling the pain as much behind it although it does make him stop).
Chikara: Let's head back... Yami... You've grown since last time... (She walks away with that done seeming like she wanted to say something more sincere but holds it back changing what she says without another word to Yami or her brother's as Yami deals with the electric shocks every time he's unintentionally slightly taking darkness and more when he acts out or uses his power).
Kyoda: (He sighs as he walks by Yami and whispers). I apologize for your aunt but no need to worry, when you're alone with Kishi he will be giving you energy through a handshake which will bypass the seal so you will still receive energy.
Yami: (Shrugs it off like its nothing as he has calmed down from the seal). No big deal, guess I get why she's mad. Kind of got used to it. Thought you guys do the same kind of thing at some point. (He shrugs again as he walks behind both Kishi and Kyoda as he looks around as all of the guards and different colors of armor with interest like when he was smaller).
Kyoda: (Both he and Kishi sigh knowing deep inside that Yami is grateful but regardless they keep walking in front of Yami).
Yami: (Continues looking around as they approach the gate stopping for a few seconds to look back at the forest where he left everyone with some sadness looking downwards as he continues to catch up a guard pushing him along. As he walks he can feel a presence coming over beside him with the air warming slightly as he is looking away still. He clenches his fist behind him and grits his teeth as angers swells in him making a seal shock him a little).
Agni: (He comes up behind Yami and places his hand on Yami's shoulder). No offense Yami, it wasn't up to me it was just a gathered vote... So no hard feelings right?
Yami: (Instantly he looks back at Agni once his hand is on his shoulder. He has a look at Agni with a deep rage not buying any of it as he makes a low growl). Yeah right, not stupid and not going to fall for that crap asshole....
Agni: (He makes a sarcastic sigh). Oh well I tried.
Yami: Whatever. (He is still filled with anger and clearly showing in his expression as he says in a warning tone). Now get your hand off before I take it off.
Agni: Yes I'll be taking my leave now since I'll have a better chance to talk to you later anyway.
Yami: (As he has been holding back his anger he finally breaks it and bites down on Agni's hand as hard as he can the fangs making it a deeper wound. As he does this he is constantly being shocked painfully by the seal on him which uses up some of his energy not that he cares about it now).
Agni: Oww! (He yells out as guards begin to swarm Yami). Get off my hand you little menace!
Yami: (Continues to look at Agni with rage as he refuses to let go as guards try to pull him away as white lightening increases the electric jolts around Yami's body though he still bites down just as hard).
Chikara: (Quickly goes back to where the situation is going on to see what Yami has done and has a strict tone not that Yami listens not caring the lightning is increasing). Yami, you are assaulting a council member, release him now!
Kishi; (He manually gets Yami off Agni's hand). That's enough Yami!
Kyoda: (He sighs as Agni's hand bleeds). Well we figured this would happen.
Yami: (As he is lifted and pulled away he still has anger in his eyes looking at Agni as he spits to the side since he drew blood as he grits his teeth).
Agni: (As he covers his hand with his uninjured hand). Oww oh now you have done it now you little....
Yami: (Still tries to struggle in Kishi's arms as he is taken away from the situation).
Chikara: (Sighs and goes to help Kishi and Kyoda with Yami).
Mizuko: (Sighs and shakes her head quietly as she slowly goes over to Agni, not seeming to agree with his views but still faces him. A water with a light blue glow covers her hand as she is directly in front of him. She holds out her hand towards him but looks downwards with little said). Your hand please?
Agni: (Ss he shrugs and holds out his hand). Thank you for being kind Mizuko, I greatly appreciate it.
Mizuko: (Nods as she places her hands on Agni's as the water goes over the wound. There is a little steam from the water and fire energies but as she lifts her hand the wound is healed). There you are then.... (She looks away and walks past Agni sighing again as she leaves clearly not happy about the situation still).
Agni: (As Mizuko leaves he waves goodbye with a smile on his face). See you. (As she leaves he can't help but think of the next step he needs to take as he feels a very familiar presence nearby). Well there's the worst assassin ever to grace my presence. Yet I do need to play her again in chess.
Adara: (Is sitting on a tree branch above Agni casually with her green face mask up and a red scarf with her outfit matching like when she last Agni saw her with mostly red and her hood up. She looks down at him with a slight sarcastic look in her green eyes). Well if I killed you it would quite hard finding another person who could be challenging. Also I wouldn't say it's bad job just liking a clothing fashion at least, plus I don't think they would send a little girl to take on such a task so long ago to still have it not be done.
Agni: True it would be harder to have a good game with an assassin when all they want to do is kill though you don't seem like one now, just a random companion.
Adara: (Has a little bit of a amused look). I suppose but then again it's good to keep things a mystery. It's almost like a very long guessing game for you. (She laughs a little).
Agni: I guess so in a way it is like that isn't it?
Adara: I suppose but I am just a random person who will visit whether you like it or not. For now I have someone I need to visit but I look forward to the next game... It will be quite a interesting one (She glances at Yami in the distance as people try to calm him down then back to Agni as she bites her thumb trying to analyze the situation though she keeps it to herself as she leaves to look at the seal she copied from his study as she travels).
Agni: (As he sees his favorite assassin leave he sighs). Well hopefully I can learn who you are really... That is the game I look forward to the most... Though I wonder on how this plan will work in the end.
The council head through the gate they had come from as the group back at the mansion try to recollect each other with Tori explaining to everyone what Kishi's plan is that he hadn't told yet. Most still have a feeling of sadness of how this happened but also hearing Tori are determined to bring Yami back.
Kairi: (Looks up at Tori hopefully as she tries to wipe her eyes). So we are going to go get Yami? Can we go now?
Jennifer: (Grabs her bow looking determined to leave right that moment). I can message our mother home right away to let her know. We should leave as soon as possible.
Shizen: (Still has her fists clenched with anger but tries to speak calmly though wanting to punch something as hard as possible. She stands next to Rowen and Orion holding back the feeling in front of everyone for now). Once I have a map of the spirits world I will try and figure out the best way to get to the neutral city the council is in. It may be little bit of traveling involved if some gates are closed off to us.
Tori: (As much as he wants to get him right now he knows he should wait). Yeah... Let us wait to get map first, can't just charge right away....
Rowen: If we did it would ruin the entire plan and further risk Yami's life.
Kairi: (Looks at the parts of the forest where Yami left still with hope). Please hold on Yami... We're going to bring you back... We have to.
Jennifer: (Looks at Kairi and kneels down to hug her in comfort). It will be alright....
Kura: (Still is in the same spot Yami broke away from her and is motionless with her head down and face in the shadows as everyone is discussing what they will do).
Hiki: (As she is talking with Chazz and Jennifer she finally gets closer to Kura and kneels down next to her). Hey Kura....
Kura: (Doesn't respond to Hiki her face still in the shadows as she blames herself).
Hiki: (She place her hands on Kura's shoulder and shakes her a little bit). Hey, hey Kura come on now your scaring me.
Kura: (Still doesn't respond right away as she stays where she is). I wasn't strong enough to keep him here... To keep him safe. (Her fists clench on the ground).
Kairi: (Starts to tear up in Jennifer's arms seeing Kura like this). We are going to get him back... It will be alright.
Hiki: No... No it wasn't that you weren't strong enough... Yami just didn't want to see you hurt again... He can withstand the pain as long as it is for the sister he loves.
Kura: (Tears go down her cheeks as she shakes her head). No... No I don't want that kind of pain for him anymore... Please... And why didn't they take me too... Then at least I could be there to protect him.
Jennifer: (Hears Kura and sighs). We are going as soon as possible do not worry and they may not of all recognized you with the blue in your hair.
Kura: (Hears Jennifer and lifts a strand of her hair that is blue having forgotten about the blue hair and eyes as she makes them change back to red). I see... I guess he realized that....
Tori: The only people who realized who you were was Kishi and Kyoda and Chikara since they knew aunt Hitomi personally.
Kura: (Sighs). At least he can be kept safe then right...? Please protect him until we can... Please.... (She says shaking as she is starting to break down in her worries).
Hiki: (She rushes to hug like the first one she gave her in comfort). Stop that bad thinking now... Please... We will get him back.
Kura: (Responds by leaning into the hug as if she really needed it at the moment).
Hiki: (She pets her head). It's alright now... No more crying now... Yami would be upset to see you cry....
Tori: (He can't help but get a little teary eyed as well seeing Hiki and Kura like this).
Shizen: (Sighs and clenches her fists from the situation then sees Luna and Maru are still with them as well). Luna I am sure you will be called to the court a day or two from now about your opinion as a witness to the situation then and Maru I suggest if she does that you stay behind.
Maru: No I should-.
Luna: (She cuts him off before he can finish speaking and nods her head). I will be the witness of it more than likely and depending on the situation before I get there I might have Maru accompany since his opinion matters just as much.
Shizen: Very well, we will more than likely be meeting again then. (She looks to Orion). We may have to travel through one or both of our territories to do this. Well need to come up with a plan once we make a appearance in the court. I trust Kishi and Kyoda will do their best on their side of things.
Orion: (He shakes his head in agreement). Right now we will wait to get the hearing so we just have to place our trust in those two for now that Yami will be fine.
Shizen: (Has a more serious expression as she nods). I understand... Though they are not the part that concerns me, that bad feeling is still there... I know he has a plan in this somewhere. (She narrows her eyes at the thought of Agni as her fists clench trying to figure out his plans in this).
Rowen: (He puts his hand into her hand). It is alright Shizen, breathe for a second. It will not help calm everyone down if you are serious the entire time. Just trust Kishi and Kyoda alright?
Shizen: (Looks at Rowen for a moment then sighs knowing he is right as she holds his hand back tightly). I understand....
??????: (A woman's voice is heard approaching them). If it would help, you are welcome to pass through my territory as well.
Shizen: (She looks in the direction of the very familiar voice and smiles). Oh Mizuko you haven't left then?
Jennifer: (Lifts her bow since she and the others don't know who is approaching).
Shizen: It's alright she is very close to Orion and I, we can trust her.
Mizuko: (Nods with a bow having a small, kind and concerned smile with her hands in the sleeves of her blue kimono). I am sorry about what happened, is anyone hurt?
Orion: No Mizu.... Everyone is fine physically minus the emotional trauma at the moment.
Mizuko: (Looks down). I see... If it helps I am on your side in this as well as Kyoda though I prefer my territory stay peaceful in this.
Shizen: (Goes over to Mizuko with a reassuring smile). Mizu it is fine, I know you will help and for now just letting us pass through your territory like any normal travelers would help.
Kairi: (Looks at Mizuko). I think Shizen mention your name, you are like sisters.
Shizen: (Pats Kairi's head). Well Mizuko, Orion and I are quite close though Mizuko has always been the shy one.
Mizuko: (Gets embarrassed). Shizen it is not like that... It is just I am more quiet I suppose.
Jennifer: (Walks over as well to greet Mizuko). Wow then you are the water council member, it is nice to meet you and we are happy you are helping.
Mizuko: (Smiles politely). I just wish I had enough votes on my side to help more.
Orion: She always has been like this, can't really try to be put in the spotlight since she always shys behind a little when she gets flustered.
Rowen: (He chuckles a little as Mizuko reminds him of some other girls he knows).
Mizuko: (Gets a slight blush). I have gotten better at the flustered part... But it is nice to see both of you in person, it has been a few centuries at least.
Shizen: (Thinks back). Yes it has been quite long with me hiding for a bit and Orion's contract. Though I wish it was better circumstances.
Mizuko: (Nods and looks at Rowen noticing a earth medallion clipped onto his suit). You must be the one with Orion's contact back then. It is nice to meet you. (She bows politely).
Rowen: (He bows as well). Yes I am, it is very nice to meet you and Orion has said many things about you.
Mizuko: (Starts to blush looking from Orion then back to Rowen hoping it is nothing embarrassing). W-what did he say?
Rowen: Well... He said you were always like a little sister... Yet they wouldn't trade you for the world because of how much you mean to him.
Mizuko: (Has a surprised look as she faces Orion and folds her hands looking down as she blushes). Thank you Orion....
Shizen: (Laughs a little patting Mizuko's shoulder). If it were anyone else I bet embarrassing stories would have been told.
Orion: (He smiles as he scratches his head). Yeah she is right... And no problem Mizu.
Mizuko: (Smiles and nods looking at the group as a whole). I can tell you what had happened with Yami as we were leaving at least and give what information I can. He seemed quite calm most of the way to the gate though.
Kura: (Perks up looking at Mizuko intently wanting to know how Yami is doing).
Kairi: (Has a hopeful look hearing Mizuko). So he is alright?
Mizuko: (Nods). Yes though he did lash out at Agni and bite him when approached.
Shizen: (Clenches her fists hearing this, knowing Agni would not stay out of this). At least that little one has a strong bite.
Mizuko: It was quite a deep wound to heal.
Shizen: (Pauses then sighs at Mizuko). Mizu... Your too kind... He doesn't deserve it....
Mizuko: (Looks down and away). I am sorry... I can't help it.
Orion: (He sighs with Shizen). Well that's just who you are but regardless you are a very kind person Mizu.
Hiki: (As he is hanging onto Kura she smiles seeing that she has cheered up even a little bit).
Mizuko: I know....
Shizen: (Places a hand on Mizuko's shoulder saying quietly). I know your still waiting for him to change back but he won't. There's too much destruction that has happened in this path he chose... But then again Orion is right. Showing compassion to others even when undeserved is just who you are. Just be careful because of it... Not all people are even close to as kind as you are. (She hugs Mizuko).
Mizuko: (Smiles and hugs Shizen back). Your right, I can't help believe a person still has good in them but thank you both for looking out for me in that. (She let's go of the hug then looks at the group). You have created a supportive little group here... I will do all I can to help with passage through the water territory and information being sent... Just be very careful on your journey, there's a lot of dangerous things in the spirit world that the human world doesn't have. (She has a look of concern especially for the younger people in the group).
Chazz: I believe there will be no need to worry... From all the events we have been through it will work out just fine.
Hiki: (She smiles as does Tori as they bring reassurance to Mizuko).
Orion: I'm pretty sure... That through all of this we will be just fine in the end since those three right there are as stubborn as can be when it comes to doing what is right but the rest of the group will have their own resolve in this.
Kairi: (Has a determined look). We are bringing Yami back no matter what!
Jennifer: (Nods in agreement with Kairi). He is a part of this group. We need to be there for him.
Kura: (Looks at everyone's determined expressions and nods while standing up). Whatever it takes....
Mizuko: (Smiles at the determined looks and sighs in relief). Very well... But I must go then, they will wonder where I had disappeared to.
Orion: Ok then, well when we are in the territory I will come visit and talk to you a bit more to catch up on things ok?
Mizuko: I would like that, and once you come back perhaps make this one you are contracted with a advisor of yours.
Shizen: (Cannot help but laugh). Well he could guarantee peace between nature and earth if so, that's for sure.
Mizuko: (Pauses once the comment looking from Shizen to Rowen and seeing her hold his hand and smiles). You moved on, I'm happy for you.
Shizen: (Nods and smiles back). Yes... Now you need to move on from him as well.
Mizuko: (Pauses again but nods understanding). I know... It's just hard to explain... But I must be going, goodbye for now. (She does one more bow farewell).
Shizen: (Places a hand on her shoulder with a smile). Farewell Mizu, we will see you at some point during our travels.
Mizuko: (Nods and before everyone knows it she is gone as if turning into water that falls only leaving a puddle).
Orion: I can never get used to how she exits anything by becoming a puddle.
Rowen: (He chuckles silently to himself).
Shizen: (Laughs lightly). Well I find it amusing but at least we have another strong ally.
Jennifer: (Is beside Shizen looking at the puddle as Kairi kneels down to feel the water). So she is as strong as both of you since she is a council member as well?
Shizen: (Nods with a grin). Yes if not stronger, though she's not one to show off. She's to humble for that.
Orion: It basically follows this type of chain, though when she was mad once... It wasn't a good thing to see... She almost ended up flooding the city....
Chazz: Yes... I can see what you mean. We will make sure to keep that in mind. (He, Hiki and Tori shakes their heads nervously).
Kairi: (Something catches her eyes in the water and she reaches for it inspecting a vile of very clear water). What is this, did she leave this?
Shizen: (Notices the vile Kairi has picked up and laughs a little to herself). Oh she left some of her healing waters then as well. It works quite well so I assume she still worries. She always has been like that, we'll need to thank her next time.
Kairi: (Smiles at the vile). That is really nice. (She stands up and goes to Hiki offering it to her). You are the best at the healing things so you should keep it Hiki.
Hiki: (She smiles as she takes the vile). Alright... I will make sure not to let you down and make this vile count when most needed.
Kairi: (Smiles up at Hiki). But you never let us down, so do not worry and I know we will get Yami back!
Kura: (Sighs). I would prefer we go now then.
Shizen: (Looks at Kura understanding how she feels). We need to be prepared for the travel so I suggest we leave before dawn. It gives both Orion and I time to set up the things we need and it makes sure everyone is rested enough.
Kura: (Is about to protest but just looks down understanding what Shizen is saying but wanting to go as soon as possible).
Hiki: (She gives Kura another hug with a huge reassuring smile). It's alright Kura, I'll spend time with you today so that you aren't that depressed. Is that alright?
Kura: (Gives Hiki a small smile). Thank you Hiki, it means a lot....
Kairi: (Is the next to hug Kura with a bright smile to try and help comfort her). It will be alright, plus I am sure we will see a lot of amazing things while we travel we can tell Yami about!
Kura: (Can't help but smile with both Hiki and Kairi smiling at her and pats Kairi's head). I'm sure we will.
Hiki: Yes we always do since there are so many things to see! Let's go with Yami next time and see everything we can! (She cannot help but get all excited at the idea).
Kairi: We can show it all to him on the way back!
Kura: (Can't help but laugh). He probably will like that, though I doubt he will admit it.
Hiki: Well then we will make him admit it!
Kairi: And hug him until he does!
Shizen: (Cannot help but laugh at Hiki and Kairi's positivity but something grabs her attention in the direction of the forest area nearest only Orion and Rowen noticing a flicker of green light as well. She looks towards the younger people of the group as she speaks). Why don't all of you get some training in. Child why don't you practice your new skill a little, I'm sure Hiki and Kairi will be happy to volunteer.
Jennifer: (Is a little surprised but nods looking at Hiki and Kairi). If you do not mind.
Kairi: Ooh please, I wonder what it will be. I hope it is cat ears!
Jennifer: (Laughs). Well I can try at least.
Hiki: Yay more animals! (She gets all excited alongside Kairi as they try to cheer everyone up with their determined positivity).
Rowen and Orion: (Looks toward Shizen wondering if she has an idea what the light could be).
Shizen: (Looks at both Orion and Rowen and smiles). Well I will be back in a little bit. There is something I need to attend to. (She kisses Rowen's cheek before she goes into the forest disappearing into it quickly).
Orion: (He cannot help but feel a sense of curiosity overcome him). Ok now... Rowen I'll be right back... I need to see this.
Rowen: Oh... Alright... Orion just be careful, I do not think Shizen will like that very much.
Orion: I would hope so. (He begins to follow her from a distance).
Shizen: (Continues to walk deeper into the forest as Orion follows. After a little walk she stops at a tree and looking up with a big grin and hands on her hips as Orion also sees a figure of a person sitting on a branch swinging her legs. She wears green and red with her mask up and scarf as well as her hood still but it is clear who it is to Orion from where he is).
Orion: Ohh that's who it was, well maybe I should watch for a little bit more right now. (As he hangs out leaning against a tree. As he watches the mother and daughter he overhears their conversation).
Adara: (Hops down from the tree branch pulling down her mask with a big grin). Hi mom, I missed you.
Shizen: (Laughs and gives Adara a giant hug). Hello my baby girl, I've heard you've been very busy. I've missed you too.
Adara: (Can't help but laugh as well). Mom I'm not a baby anymore.
Shizen: (Puts her hands on her hips stubbornly). Hey your my baby so I have a right to call you one.
Adara: (Has Shizen's same grin as she laughs with her). Fine as long as not around people, it's embarrassing.
Shizen: Well I can try, there are no promises.
Adara: (pretends to give a stubborn pout). Aww now I know I'll be embarrassed.
Shizen: Then you will just have to deal with it.
Adara: Ok but I did want to bring some news to you, I was watching Yami leave.
Shizen: (Her light tone changes into a little more serious of one). Oh, and how is that little one? He seemed safe?
Adara: (Leans against a tree as she talks). Yes but dad approached him and he was bit pretty harshly. It was slightly amusing though on the other hand I know there is something odd with this.
Shizen: (Looks down). So you felt it too then.
Adara: (Starts to shuffle through her shoulder bag against her hip). I found this seal last time I visited his study... One moment. (Her attention is taken away from her mother for a moment looking where Orion hides).
Orion: (Meanwhile as he has kept his distance, as moves a little he accidentally stepping on a green and red seal which wraps him in vines restraining him and a thin flame barrier covering each vine. Adara's attention is caught as soon as the seal is hit and Shizen's as well once the seal activates. As he comes out from behind the tree he holds his hands up). Hey, hey I was caught, maybe I should take some lessons from Tori sometime on this.
Shizen: (Laughs shaking her head). I thought I sensed a giant eve's dropper.
Adara: Oh looks like the seal is not exploding anymore, I suppose I made progress to the main components. I'll need to write that down. (She laughs being amused and releases the seal as she goes over to hug Orion). Well anyways it's nice seeing you uncle Orion.
Orion: (He hugs her back as he says while still hanging onto her). It's nice to see you too dear.
Adara: (Continues to grin). Well I guess I can share this information with both of you then.
Shizen: (Pauses to pretend to think looking at Orion). Hmm I'm not sure... I suppose since he's family.
Adara: Plus already know from last time I snuck out there.
Shizen: (Sighs shaking her head hearing Adara). And every time you do I still become a worried wreak.
Adara: (Smiles reassuringly). It's fine, haven't gotten hurt once and it's not like fires going to burn me.
Shizen: (Pauses still). It does not ease my worries as a mother.
Orion: Well how about we just place our trust in her since she is your daughter so I'm sure she has already had a good head on her shoulders to this point. Though it does seem she likes things to blow up sometimes.
Adara: Hey it only happens in trials of a complex magic or seals, there is no progress and accomplishments without some failed attempts to begin with.v It only motivates improvement.
Shizen: (Shakes her head with a smile). And there's that way of striving for intelligence you've always had. I swear you have surpassed both of ours combined long ago and combined it with my independents and wild instincts when young. (She laughs at how fast Adara has matured being proud of her).
Adara: (Has a amused look as she brushes her hair away). Well I only took the best parts.
Orion: And there's the cocky side but regardless you can be a bundle of explosions sometimes.
Adara: (Pretends to pout like her feelings are hurt). And you think that is a bad thing?
Shizen: (Sighs but pats Adara's head with a smile still). As long as you are careful but what news did you have for us?
Adara: Oh right. (she shuffles through the papers in her bag again, looking for the seal from before). Orion you remember last time I went to my father's study correct? I've been testing a sketches on his desk I copied and it's quite puzzling.
Orion: (As he seems to get puzzled himself). What do you mean dear?
Adara: Here let me show you. (She takes out the paper and starts to draw a red glowing seal on the tree but with so many details it is hard for Shizen and Orion to follow it). When I first tried to replicate this nothing seemed to happen so I concluded this must activate fully on a larger seal. I also think these circles on the sides are separate seals are to stand and convert energy in some way, but I haven't had enough energy to activate it fully but my instincts sense danger every time I do like there's something missing but I can't find the main components here... It's like an incomplete puzzle. (She bites her thumb staring at the very complex seal. It has two small seals on the opposite edges of a giant seal in the center as well as two places to stand she very quickly made as if memorized completely. They can both see her mind looking at every angle extremely quickly with a focused look).
Shizen: (Looks at the seal her head tilting trying to understand). I'm not sure what it is, it's not at all familiar to other seals.
Adara: There are a few high skill ones mixed in as well as ones I've seen in rare books but it's much more complicated than that and needs more than one powerful element at least. (She continues to look at the seal while biting her thumb scanning every detail quickly).
Orion: (As he looks at the seal as trying to figure what Agni would do with such a weird seal and why he would need Yami). Wait... Can't Yami absorb a bottomless amount of energy?
Shizen: (Nods looking more serious at the seal trying to figure it out as well). Yes a infinite amount of darkness although it is uncontrolled and he cannot regain his own.
Adara: I see.... (She quickly thinks then eyes snap wide digging in her bag again pulling out a pile of blank paper and pen and finding a solid part of the ground to write and draw quickly switching to a new one while ripping a few that didn't work in her mind, her mind working extremely quickly).
Shizen: (Is curious as she watches Adara). And there's that brilliant mind at work.
Orion: Oh boy, I better sit down. She may take a while to do all this.
Shizen: (Smiles watching Adara work). Still amazes me though watching her... If anyone can keep up with a mind like her father's it's her. I even remember finding her with books starting on seals and abilities at 2 and 3... She learns so quickly. (She has a big grin of pride in her daughter).
Orion: Well regardless of how her father is now. You got to admit because of him you were given the chance to love this joy in your life.
Shizen: (Nods in agreement as she grins). Your right Orion... Back then it was just happiness to be in a relationship... I'm sorry I didn't realize sooner I was not the one who truly loved him but still wouldn't trade it for anything... Because I got something that's more precious to me than anything else... So I wouldn't trade that for anything... I just wonder if things would of been different if I found out before.... (She stops herself at the thought). Nevermind it's only a what if... Things are the way they are now and I can't stop her from wanting to know him... I can only protect her from harm to the best my ability... I just need to know why she continues to go see him... Does she see something I can't anymore. (She has a look as if she's deep in thought looking at Adara work).
Orion: (As he smiles as Shizen has a unknown smile on her face as she talks about Adara). Well maybe you could ask her later or maybe she just has that missing symbol in her heart that only Agni can help fix up.
Shizen: (Sighs but still has the smile as she hold the locket wrapped around her wrist tightly). Your right, even when very small she always asked where she got her fire from and wanted to know that side of her... Her curiosity with that is very understandable.
Orion: Well than don't misunderstand what she is feeling than... She wants that side of her to be well known as well... And it's only natural for your daughter to be curious.
Shizen: (Laughs a little patting Orion on the back). You have a point Orion... And your very good with these types of things and deserve all of that for yourself again. (She looks at Orion more sincerely with a hand on his shoulder).
Orion: (He looks down for a moment). Yeah... She was very much like that... But still she will keep holding a place in my heart.
Shizen: I remember how much you smiled then... And notice how much you smiled when with Kairi... It was nice seeing that side of you again... There are a lot of similarities after all.
Orion: Yeah.... (He looks up at Shizen with a shy smile as well as becoming a little teary eyed). I just miss her so much... But in the end she isn't coming back. I'm just doing my best to keep her in my heart.
Shizen: I can't imagine that type of pain but I know how precious those memories are... Perhaps one day you will be a father again... Not to replace but to have those types of memories again and for them to stay. (She places a hand on Orion's wrist holding up the stone on a bracelet in the rough shape of a duck).
Orion: Maybe I will but for right now I need to focus on what I need to protect now.
Shizen: (Smiles and nods). I agree and right now we need to focus on making sure that this is resolved and everyone is in a safe environment to grow.
Orion: Yes... All for the people... So they don't fear their future but embrace it.
Shizen: (Nods in agreement). It is our job as the older generation to guide a path for the newer ones. It's why we became council members after all.
Adara: (As both Shizen and Orion talk Adara has made many sketches scattered across the ground. She sits up and looks at all of the papers one by one picking out ones that do not help as much as others and crumbling them up. She continues to look them over while biting her thumb as she says quietly though Shizen and Orion hear her mumble which catches their attention). What is he a reactor for....
Orion: (As he catches wind of what Adara has said). A reactor?
Adara: I took into account Yami's abilities and concluded that ability could be a unlimited supply of vast energy but the only problem is what could that energy be used for. The possibilities are quite endless to tell the truth but this seal takes away any simple uses for it.
Shizen: (Has a more serious look as she tries to think). Does the seal look as dangerous as my instincts suspect it is.
Adara: Possibly if whatever this seal is, is done wrong and perhaps emotions are involved like any other seal made.
Orion: (As he thinks back to the incident with Yami's father). So Izumi... Might have taken part in the seal as well... But what does the seal do?
Adara: (Continues to stare at her work in thought). That's what is puzzling me here. There's so many components it seems like it does so many things but....
Shizen: (Looks at Adara as she pauses now being worried for Yami's safety even more). But?
Adara: Something's wrong... Like the work done on it is a little off... It's difficult to explain but it just feels like he's missing something in the work I saw... Just what is it? (She seems to be in deep thought as she is going over the complicated seal in her head so many times).
Orion: Now that part I'm not sure of either since there could be many answers.
Adara: Yes and that could be disastrous if it is wrong.
Shizen: (Looks down as she thinks). So that could be why Izumi became so rageful and uncontrolled.
Adara: (Pauses with a slow nod). It could be but the fact that Yami's ability is stronger than his father's could help the problem is it's a uncontrollable energy. It could either be worse if done wrong or the power is unstable, or whatever the outcome is that he wants is achieved though not sure what would be sacrificed as a result.
Orion: I'm sure it would be his life, but this seal doesn't seem to be anything close to that since it requires that constant energy source.
Shizen: (Nods seeming very troubled by this). I see... We'll need to get to our world by tomorrow at latest... But I don't want the others to panic more than they likely already are.
Adara: (Nods knowing the concern). I will meet with the person with Yami after stopping at my study to collect things that may be needed. I will need a short cut there but I won't meet them until right before dawn. The one I am supposed to meet is Kishi correct?
Orion: Yes that is correct since he is the one I made contact with if anything were to happen to Yami.
Adara: Alright I will go as quick as possible....
Shizen: (Pets Adara's head). I am sure Kishi is doing his best until then and I am sure you will do all you can to help.
Adara: I will. (As a thought pops into her head). Oh and while I'm thinking of that I was wondering if he would be cute.
Shizen: (Cannot help but laugh at the less serious question to try and lift the mood). You certainly do have my forwardness. (She then thinks to herself on the question). Hmm he does have his father's looks and personality so I would think so.
Adara: (Gets a smile hearing this as she laughs). Well I guess I will need to judge myself on this.
Orion: (He sighs). Well just try to keep focused please? Don't want Kishi to get too distracted.
Adara: I will, after all there's a lot at stake so I'll keep most of that until after all of this.
Shizen: (Still laughs at Adara's forwardness reminding her of herself). That is wise then my little girl, just be careful.
Adara: I will, oh and I had something else you might need as well. (She digs through her satchel and takes out a small closed scroll). I was thinking you might need this.
Shizen: (Has a grin as she takes the scroll with a map inside). Yes we needed a map especially with those who are not as familiar with all the spirit world holds.
Orion: Especially if we get separated then having that information will be very beneficial.
Adara: Yes I thought so but I must be off. I have a lot to put to together.
Shizen: (Smiles and hugs Adara tightly kissing her on the forehead). Please be careful my little girl....
Adara: (Smiles and hugs back). Mom I'll be fine, you worry too much.
Shizen: (Continues to hug Adara close). I worry about you constantly because your my daughter, you should know that.
Orion: And I will worry as well but I have more faith in your ability to get out of anything.
Adara: (Grins at Orion giving him a hug as well). Thanks uncle, I'll have news on things for you by around noon tomorrow. I just hope I can grab enough things in my study to help Yami out in any situation we have here.
Orion: I know you will dear.... (He hugs her tight and pets her head).
Adara: (Grins as she's says her farewells letting go of the hug after a moment). Well I must be off, see you in a day or two.
Shizen: (Grins back and nods). Take care then my baby girl, don't do anything too dangerous.
Adara: (Can't help but laugh as she pulls up her mask and scarf up over her face again). Don't worry I'm always cautious, you should know that. (As she says this she jumps onto the tree branch she sat on before and moves from tree to tree to reach the gate hidden she had made).
Shizen: (Smiles as she waves goodbye and says to Orion with a small laugh shaking her head). Sometimes I think she too independent but then I have to remember where she gets it from.
Orion: True she may be... But it's because she has a wonderful mother that she knows has her back no matter what happens.
Shizen and Orion head out to the forest with the map in hand so they can make a plan as soon as possible. They remain calm to keep the others calm knowing how they would react to some of the things Adara had told them. While the group figures out a plan Yami has arrived at the capital as Kishi continues to escort him. They walk to a underground area which holds dark spirits in the dungeon the others leaving Kishi to escort Yami to a cell more secluded from the other inmates. The hallway is empty and quiet making their footsteps seeming to echo.
Yami: (Has seemed to calm down being away from Agni as he starts to look around curiously behind Kishi). Wow... Place looks kind of bigger huh.
Kishi: (As he looks around to make sure that no one has come into the area as he sighs). Yeah... It can be.
Yami: (Stops seeing the hallway of cells is empty besides them being there). Yeah, kind of will be boring here I guess.
Kishi: Yami I have been wanting to ask you something... What did you mean by that promise with Mis Luna?
Yami: (Stops looking at Kishi and shrugs like it's nothing though not hiding it well while looking away). It's nothing... Just to take care of stuff.
Kishi: Ok... Just don't let it be something reckless. (He begins to have bad feeling knowing on how far Luna can take things in order to follow up on her promises).
Yami: (Continues to look away as he leans against the wall putting his arms in back of his head having broken out of the restraints on them already). It's just a just in case if things end up going to shit. (He shrugs again to hide). No big deal just... Making sure... No matter what....
Kishi: Well... We will do everything thing so things don't go bad... I will make sure of that... But... Here's your cell for now. (He leads Yami towards a standard looking cell but with a comfy looking bed and simple wooden chair). Now you may be asking why and it's because I requested it and Kyoda was able to get the ok's for this type of thing.
Yami: (Peaks his head inside to see what Kishi is talking about but is hesitant to go into the cell still). Better than one had before at least....
Kishi: (As he looks down hearing Yami's comment). Yeah... I tried my best.
Yami: Yeah... At least don't have to worry about breaking out as much... Well maybe if bored. (He laughs lightly to try and make himself feel better about the situation but still looks hesitant to go in the cell).
Kishi: (Notices his fake laughing). Yeah... And you still have the same habit as your brother....
Yami: (Wonders what Kishi is talking about for a moment but then looks down thinking about his big brother Kuro with a small smile). Yeah... I guess learned a lot of that stuff from him... Think Kura did too.
Kishi: Yeah... It wasn't good to hear about what happened to him... But I'm happy you and Kura could make it. (As he tries to make the atmosphere better).
Yami: (He leans on the side of the cell door as he thinks about what happened). Yeah... I don't remember as much as Kura since he knocked me out to get me to hide better... Kura said she left flowers since there was a shadow where he was... But we made it out because of him... Just wonder how he would handle all this now.
Kishi: He probably would be charging in right now with a fit of rage and with Kura right behind him and Tori knowing how he can persuade people.
Yami: (Can't help but laugh at that). Yeah they would... It's funny guess I would do the same in a way... Guess I got that from him too.
Kishi: (He laughs a little as well). Yeah... I would see that happening.
Yami: (The laughter goes down but still has a small smile as he looks down and thinks). Well... Can't do much about it now... Man... Wish was given different abilities, make things easier for everyone at least....
Kishi: That may be true but... Then someone else could be living with these struggles and knowing you I'm sure you wouldn't be happy with it.
Yami: (Pauses thinking about what Kishi said). Either that or just it not exist. No one has to struggle with it or lose anybody else. (He says as he thinks of all the people lost because of this ability).
Kishi: Yeah that would have been preferred considering all that has happened.
Yami: (Looks downwards). Yeah... A lot of people would be alive now... And dad wouldn't of lost mom and went mad and.... (He cuts himself off from the sentence). Yeah a lot of stuff happened I guess... Can't do much now but least make sure people we have now are safe.
Kishi: (He shakes his head in agreement). Yes that is true and that is all matters in the end really.
Yami: (Continues to think looking up at Kishi). Maybe... When this is all over... I can go through the knight training... Kuro always wanted you to teach him that stuff and get stronger... But never could... Maybe I can get stronger doing that one day... If I'm not stuck in here or something....
Kishi: (He pats him on the back). I would be happy to teach you everything I know. It would the least I could do.
Yami: (Has a big grin). Yeah just need to get out of here, then I'll even be strong enough beat you at sparring so bring it! (He grins more as he is in a fighting stance as if ready to spare right then).
Kishi: Well don't get too ahead of yourself, maybe you should beat Tori first than worry about me. I imagine that's a regular event with you.
Yami: (Crosses his arms stubbornly). Hey the last ones were just ties, I can beat him any day!
Kishi: Yes, yes whatever you say Yami.
Yami: (Has a small grumpy pout but then looks back in the cell still seeming hesitant to go in). Guess I got to go in now... Kind a will be bored being there all night.... (Even though he says this it's clearly not what is making him so hesitant).
Kishi: (He smiles as he looks down). Don't worry I'm going to be right by your cell the entire night. I'm not going anywhere so we can keep talking if you wish.
Yami: (Looks down but seems to understand being relieved). Just don't like being in a cage like a wild animal... Guess I understand though from past stuff... Just don't want to be in here forever.
Kishi: I won't let that happen and I'm sure your group won't allow that either.
Yami: Yeah... Your right. (He smiles and nods as he finally steps into the cell as he goes to sit on the bed leaning against the wall). Well guess it's getting late, can't really tell without a window. Aren't you gonna sleep like a normal person?
Kishi: No I'm not, I slept earlier in the day so I'm ready to go for the night. (As he gets into his favorite chair he brought down earlier). No one is getting in your cell without me knowing.
Yami: (Looks at the empty hall seeming a little relieved but not admitting it with a smirk). Well not like I couldn't handle it myself.
Kishi: (He sighs). Yes, yes you are all powerful... Just try to take it easy ok?
Yami: Yeah, yeah ok just gonna do some training maybe while here but.... (He seems to pause like debating on saying something but only keeps it to one word as he looks up at the ceiling). Thanks....
Kishi: (He laughs a little as he smiles). Anytime Yami and go ahead, I'll be right there if you need me.
Yami: (Smiles as he feels better about the situation not being alone though not admitting he's happy having someone there though it's not well hidden. The rest of the night they continue to talk and catch up. Yami tells his uncle about the group he's with and the things they had done as Kishi tells Yami stories from his adventures as a knight, Yami seeming interested in them).
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