Kairi: I want to help to but first I want to ask if Yami would want to and get him presents here from dark shop things ooh and light. There was food here on the way right? (Is already looking at the shops passing a few feeling a little lost from how vast the city is, looking to Tori, Hiki and Kura for help).
Hiki: (She is looking around the center of the capital where everyone can see the diving features of the two cities). Well... I want to show you guys to the library I spent most of my childhood since it's on the way.
Kairi: (Looks up at Hiki with a big smile). Ooh you mentioned that lets head in that area then!
Kura: (Smiles at Hiki as well). I would be nice to see and learn more about you if it's on the way. I look forward to it.
Hiki: Yes! I'll show the way it should be only a few blocks away from us so let's get going! (She seems excited as she leads the group with Chazz and Tori beside her).
Jennifer: (She and the others walk behind Hiki and cant's help but have their eyes wonder to the shops and apartments she able to point out what element each one was by the colors finding it fascinating).
Kairi: (Has a sparkle in her eyes seeing all the surrounding shops but also sticking by her sister knowing the distractions would make her wonder off).
Hiki: (The group is following her through the city she notices the capital building in the center where the library is). Oh there it is right there! (She points towards a tower like building that is wide yet has a big clock at the opposite side of it).
Jennifer: (Looks up at the very large building made of white stone in a sleek design in a bit of awe). That... Is a really big library.
Kairi: (Looks up as well in amusement). I don't think I've ever seen buildings like this whoa!
Hiki: Well it's more than library it's also where the knights of the city go to meetings which is why I was there so often cause went with my mom.
Kura: (Looks up at the building as well). It's certainly a grand building to meet. I remember going when very small but not too much. It must have been quite something to wonder and read any book you wanted at any time.
Hiki: Well I could only go into certain sections that allowed me to some had barriers for the super secret stuff maybe for council only. But yeah being the head knights daughter did come in handy. (She smirks as she remembers getting pass barriers).
Shizen: (Nods looking at the surroundings). You are the daughter of the head light spirit knight so it makes sense you getting your hands on powerful books that teach some of your magic. (Looks around more and sighs with a smile). This area is closer to the city center but still mostly in the light area. Shiro wanted to make this a park and library area for learning. She also talked about you at times after meetings so that probably gave you more access to higher level books as well.
Hiki: (She stops looking at the building than look down). Yeah... She found me a really rough time... When my mom was kicking me out cause she didn't want people coming over to look down on her and me for having this hair.... (She plays with the black side of her hair). Then I met her... And everything began to change slowly.
Kura: (Looks in complete surprise clinching her fist slightly). Your... Mother kicked you out?
Jennifer: (Has a similar expression as well). Just because of that you were cast out... Because you are balance?
Hiki: (She shakes her head no). It wasn't because of that... She was scared what people would do in all honesty she didn't know how to handle it... So her fear got the better of her... She would let me come back but Than that fear would keep coming back. And I think at the she didn't know what was it so I can't blame her for not knowing.
Jennifer: That's still not right at all you must of been so young too... Not right at all.
Shizen: Back then light and dark had a even harder time understanding each other and were even more at odds so some parts are understandable but it doesn't make it right. Even with Nagi and Shiro as their leaders balance was a scary concept to them so some act on fear. (Looks from both Hiki and Tori).
Hiki: Yes you are right... But regardless I can't stay mad at her... To be honest... I still loved her as much as I do now.... (She stops playing with her dark hair and starts with her white hair as Tori looks down).
Kairi: (Looks up at Hiki with a hopeful expression). Maybe one day you can connect with your mom if you feel that way... I'm sure from that small time seeing her she looked like she regret those things so maybe one day you can reconnect.
Chazz: (Having heard the stories from Hiki before he still can't stand it all as he feels hurt in his heart). If I may add... Hiki's mother had come by us a few times in a spirit like projection so they could talk... So the attempt was there though.
Jennifer: Maybe that's a first step to try and understand more... It may take some time but maybe being in person with your friends support is a possible next step one day.
Orion: I think... Because of what happened before I think she is nervous so right now she is playing it safe which is good but overall I'm happy she's trying at least.
Hiki: (She shakes her head yes with a smile). I think so as well.
Mizuko: You're a good person to be able to give a someone chances after feeling hurt. It's a trait Shiro and I agreed on many times. She also tried to give Yuzuki advice about you when younger. I'm sorry that advise was cast aside at the time but she helped where she could. She really wanted to take you under her wing more like Nagi did with Tori. (Smiles compassionately at Hiki).
Hiki: No, no it's fine really... No need to get so apologetic it's in the past..and it's all getting fixed one day at a time.
Tori: (He smiles as well from the thought of Nagi finding him and teaching him everything he knows). Yeah it was a nice time with everyone.
Kairi: (Looks up at both Hiki and Tori in wonder). I wish I could of met them. Nagi and Shiro sound really great from how much you talk about them.
Kura: (Smiles having her own memories). They were really amazing grandparents... You couldn't help but look up to them.
Orion: It's true... They had set everything for us for follow... To become better... They had a lot of pressure on their backs but they kept going strong.
Shizen: They really were strong... Before they disappeared they somehow kept all of us in order... Now it feels like that order is missing that kept us together....
Mizuko: (Looks down but also at Shizen). That is true but we have their memories to keep us strong and hope. Especially their apprentices of balance. Not saying the responsibilities will be on your shoulders now but to at least live out your lives with the lessons they gave you to make the world a better place with balance. (smiles at Hiki and Tori but also Chazz).
Tori: (He smiles). Yeah I'll make sure to do just that cause I don't want what happened with Izumi ever again.
Hiki: (She nods her head in agreement as she lets her hair down after playing with it).
Shizen: (Smiles at the two). And that's is what we will be preventing... We want to keep this world and the people in it safe.
Kairi: (Looks up at Hiki becoming more curious looking at the surrounds of the library and park as well). Hiki... Can you tell us more about Shiro. We heard a lot of Tori's side and how he met them but is it ok if we hear more of your side?
Hiki: (She is taken back for a moment). Um... Let's head into the library first where it all began... It will help set up the scenery....
Rowen: Well I do want to learn more as well about her seeing on how she raised you in an indirect manner which is impressive.
Chazz: It is... But let's save the story for the library... You will all want to hear it.
Jennifer: I look forward to hearing it then. I do want to learn more about them as well so thank you.
Kura: (Looks up at the library they start to head towards with a small nod having her own memories but more of the books brought home to her).
Hiki: (As she is leading the group through the capital building passing the meeting room for the knights being lead into a open pathway into the library). Well here we are.
Hiki is looking at all the shelves of books and hallways some areas having changed a bit but still she can remember perfectly from her childhood as she walks through. Looking at everything her mind starts to go back to the particular moment talking with Shiro and the talk she overheard to her mother when she was a child. When she was a child she remembers wondering through the halls while her mother Yuzuki was to work in meetings.
It is at that time a meeting is ending as Hiki skips through the halls to look for her mother. She hums a little but starts to hear her mother and another woman's voice from stopping to go to the room peaking and overhearing before she goes inside. She sees her mother sitting and talking with a woman she recognizes from other meetings but rarely talked to briefly before she was taken away by her mother to go home. She listens in at first not wanting to get in trouble if she interrupted.
Shiro: (Sighs and smiles at Yuzuki). I wanted to congratulate you personally Yuzuki. Becoming head of the light guardians is a big accomplishment.
Yuzuki: (She seems nervous talking to the council woman). Oh um thank you very much lady Shiro... I will do my best to live up to everyone's standards.
Shiro: No need to be so nervous I know you will do a fine job. You will also be working Shizuna closely as well. Your position will be mostly our defenses while hers offensive for the light territory.
Yuzuki: Ah yes... I will need to schedule a time to talk with her than since we need to agree upon a plan of action for certain things. I look forward to it.
Shiro: Are you sure you are not take on too much. Being a mother and having such a demanding job is a hard thing to balance. I should know having 4 myself... Well 5 now I suppose. (Laughs a little to herself as thinks of Tori).
Yuzuki: (She pauses for a moment). Oh no everything will be alright no need to worry about me.
Shiro: If you are sure but be careful taking on so much on your own. (Leans back in her chair with a sigh). I've actually run into your daughter in the halls a few times recently, Hikari was it? Very sweet little girl though.
Yuzuki: (Again she is silent). Oh yes she is but I must get to talking to Shizuna before she leaves. I'm sorry lady Shiro but I must be taking my leave now. (She leaves Shiro in a hurry)
Shiro: (Grabs Yuzuki hand before she hurriedly leaves her eyes a little more serious but sincere). Please wait Yuzuki... I wanted to have this chance to talk with you about her so please stay.
Yuzuki: (She sighs). Alright we can talk a little more about this.
Shiro: (Settles back down allowing Yuzuki to do so as well). I have notice you wanting to change the subject when it comes to your daughter. She's a very beautiful girl in face she has your blue eyes, you should be very proud to have her too she's very smart.
Yuzuki: (She seems to look uncomfortable as she discusses this). I know she is but... I have become very wary of her... I hear the rumors people have that's she is corrupted because of her hair... So it's become very interesting.
Shiro: (Raises her eyebrow at Yuzuki sitting up again). Corrupt... That's the rumor then and if I could say in my opinion she is not even near that plus she's so young. Her hair I find is quite beautiful, in fact I find it intriguing since no other light spirit has it. It's like a dark spirit having white hair. (Laughs a little in-between seriousness).
Yuzuki: I know it's beautiful... I know it is but sometimes I can't be around her at all... I want to be but I can't bring myself to be.
Shiro: (Frowns hearing Yuzuki). It will cause harm to push away Yuzuki... And if it worry of corruption like the rumors say I wouldn't listen. No one is born corrupt anyways... The only thing I will say... Is our first running into her my husband almost mistook her for a dark spirit... It has only happened once with a dark spirit. I mistook him for light.... It interests me that maybe.... (In the middle of her statements her mind had seemed to gone into deep thought putting a hand on her chin).
Yuzuki: That may be true but it's still a hard fact to overcome but I must be going lady Shiro... I will try to take your advice as best I can.
Shiro: (Sighs but nods). ... Don't push her away out of fear.... If I am right Yuzuki your daughter is a very special little girl... Just consider letting me train her one day.... That is all I ask.
Yuzuki: (She doesn't answer as she nods and walks out of the office with Shiro).
Shiro: (Leaves as well but glances at a wall in the hall getting a small smile but goes the opposite way with a sigh).
Hiki: (As she was listening in on the conversation she begins to look down as she goes into the library and begins to wonder aimlessly more and more. She heads into the water section of the library she begins to cry as she reads doing her best to stop her tears but she can't rid of the pain that's in her heart).
Shiro: (At the end of another short meeting she is walking past in the library hallway but hears sniffling and faint crying stopping her in her tracks to turn in the direction she hears it. She follows it to the water section in a shaded area because of two close together book shelves. She looks down to see Hiki sitting on the ground in the corner with a book. Even with Hiki's hair in the way she can still see tears fall onto the page making her frown as she goes towards the book shelves). Now what's wrong over here then....
Hiki: (She is crying she looks up at Shiro but then smiles at Shiro regardless of the tears). Hello... Lady Shiro... And nothing is wrong.
Shiro: (Frowns again at the response going closer to kneel in front of Hiki). Now if that were true I wouldn't see these tears would I? (Takes a hand and gently uses it to wipe Hiki's tears on her cheeks).
Hiki: (She is startled at first but then collapse into Shiro lap as she cries a bit more as though she needs a motherly figure right now).
Shiro: (Is surprised at first but then uses her motherly instincts to hold Hiki and pet her hair). It is alright Hikari... Just let it all out, it will be ok.
Hiki: (After sometimeHiki let's out of all the bad feelings in her heart as she wipes away her tears a d regains her composure). I'm sorry lady Shiro... But thank you very much.
Shiro: (Smiles kindly still petting Hiki's hair calmingly but moving to sit beside her). It's alright, I do not mind at all. Sometimes moments like that are needed.
Hiki: (she is looking down as she speaks) yes you may be right....
Shiro: (Holds onto Hiki comfortingly letting her lean against her and pet her hair). Now do you mind talking about what's upsetting you Hikari? Seeing so many tears on such a bright face doesn't suit at all.
Hiki: (as Shiro pets her hair she begins to hold tightly on the black strands of her hair). ... Was it wrong to be born this way... I was always treated differently in ways I don't like... my mom is scared yet she loves me... I'm so unsure if everything right now.
Shiro: (Looks down at Hiki reaching down to help loosen her grip on the black side of her hair. She holds the strand of black hair herself with a gentle smile). There's nothing wrong with you Hiki. To be honest I think your hair is quite beautiful. It's just who you are is all.
Hiki: beautiful... I believe that it is... It's just hard to get over it all.... (She holds tightly into Shiro).
Shiro: (Sighs but smiles and nods). I believe it is as well even so... But If you want to tell me what it is making it hard to get past then tell me. Maybe I can help reassure you in a way.
Hiki: (She looks up at Shiro losing composure again). Am I corrupted... Am I actually evil... Who am I really....
Shiro: (Hugs Hiki again and hold her there). Oh you are far from corrupt and don't ever think you are. What makes you say such a thing? Is it related to darkness?
Hiki: I guess... It's all I hear from everyone else... That's their darkness in a light spirit is a bad thing... I'm not sure.
Shiro: (Pauses in a little thought at first). I see... If I can ask a favor Hikari are you able to create a ball of light yet?
Hiki: (She nods her head yes as she holds up her hand creating a small ball of light energy).
Shiro: (Look closely at the ball of light in Hiki's hand with interest. A smile slowly forms as she can see a tiny bit of darkness in the center but barely noticeable at first glance. She points to the center of the light as well excitement her assumption was proven right though she keeps it to herself for now). Right there... It's hard to see but that right there is dark energy inside of light.
Hiki: (she is afraid hearing it for the first time as the energy becomes unstable) so I really am corrupted....
Shiro: (Continues to smile calmly but shakes her head no). No Hikari it just mean you very special... here let me show you. We have something quite in common. (She puts her hand out so Hiki can see a bit larger ball of light in her hand. Even more noticeable is the center with dark energy much clearer in her light).
Hiki: (She looks closely and seems confused). Wait why do you have that too lady Shiro. (Seems to have perked up a bit)
Shiro: Well Hikari I am something called a light balance spirit. It is very rare, in fact I was the only one with this special light energy.
Hiki: (She tilts her head for a second). Light balance? I have only read about a mixture of energies... But not balance... What is it?
Shiro: First of all having a little form of darkness isn't bad at all. It just means you are special like me. Light balance is one half of the balance really that we hold. Darkness isn't something you should fear either its simply the opposite of light.
Hiki: (She is silent as she holds onto Shiro more). So I'm... Not corrupted... I'm special... I'm a balance spirit....
Shiro: (Shakes her head yes). Yes you are and if you want a little more reassurance of darkness I will have you know that I live in a house with a dark spirit husband one light spirit daughter and 4 dark spirit sons and a grandson. (Laughs a little lifting the mood a bit more).
Hiki: (Her face immediately brightens up as she laughs as well). That's sounds like a wild house lady Shiro!
Shiro: (Continues to laugh and nods again). And if you want to know another secret. They may look scary but they are far from it, they are actually a couple of goofballs if anything.
Hiki: (She continues to laugh as she smiles more). That's something! Just the type of thing to have tough looking people be a bunch of goofballs.
Shiro: (Laughs as well patting Hiki's head). Especially my husband but one day you will find a goofball of your own too. Probably be surrounded by them as well.
Hiki: (She blushes as she looks up with a smile). ... I... I would hope so... I want to fall in love!
Shiro: (Looks even more amused). You do then? Well I'm sure you will find someone just as goofy as my husband. There's one other thing you should know about balance though.
Hiki: What is it lady Shiro? (She tilts her head in confusion).
Shiro: Well let's start with a question. Have you ever wondered why you saw some things for dark spirits and took interest in them?
Hiki: (She thinks to herself for a moment). Hmm I guess I have now that I think about it more.
Shiro: Well when you are a light balance spirit it's quite normal more likely to be interested and surrounded by dark spirits. It's that little bit of darkness you shouldn't fear or be ashamed of. We are half the balance after all.
Hiki: (She still thinks to herself about everything). Well I guess it makes sense since should be accepting regardless but I'm happy I have that connection....
Shiro: Yes balance is a very important thing this world needs. We fulfill one half of the balance while a dark spirit holds the other. For me that would be my husband and if he were to make a ball of darkness then there would be a small bit of light at the center as well.
Hiki: Other half? So if your husband is your other half and is a dark spirit... Is it fated for me to love another dark spirit? (Has a huge sense of confusion).
Shiro: (Can't help but burst in laughter at the thought). No Hiki you are not fated to having to be with your other half of the balance. Mine I just happened to fall in love that way. You will have a close bond with him regardless of how its expressed. I will introduce you two one day though.
Hiki: (She blushes from Shiro laughing like that). Alright... I look forward to it than.
Shiro: You don't to worry about that now... But you do seem to like the idea of love then. I bet you read a lot about those things then? (Her laughing calms down but she still sounds amused).
Hiki: (She blushes more getting embarrassed). Maybe... I read it sometimes through the library....
Shiro: (Pats Hiki's head with a smile again). Well you're still a very young girl so no need to rush, it's nice to dream of though... You will find that one to make you happy that way one day.
Hiki: (She looks up to Shiro with a smile as she shakes her head). I know... But I will be patient... Since love is very special.
Shiro: I will give one advice to that though and that is to make sure he's taken of guard in a pause just seeing you but also supports and helps that smile of yours grow with some silly goofball ways as well.
Hiki: (She nods her head). Oh I know... I'm not that easy to impress... But I want to make sure that both are happy... Since what matters most from what I have read is happiness.
Shiro: (Chuckles a little and nods in agreement). Yes that is the truest statement of all. Also make sure he's the one chasing you even if he's too stubborn to admit it. (Her laugh is more to herself this time as a few memories come to mind).
Hiki: (She laughs). Oh I know I won't make anything easy but I'll make sure to help them if he loses his way.
Shiro: You're a smart girl... Hikari... Would you mind one day becoming my apprentice... It may be hard now but one day I will teach you all I can about that balance inside you if possible.
Hiki: (He is silent as she begins to hold Shiro and smile). I would be happy to be!
Shiro: I'm glad then... And don't worry about other's too much. Balance is a hard thing to understand so some resort to fear... And your mother just needs time to understand for herself. (Pets Hiki's hair with a comforting smile).
Hiki: I know... But I will still love her no matter what... Because she is still my mom....
Shiro: (Her smile becomes softer from Hiki's words). Well then... You are a very kind hearted spirit Hikari... If I would suggest from what I know of your mother She does love music, especially classical.
Hiki: I Know... I have been practicing to impress her with the music on the violin....
Shiro: (Raises her eyebrows in surprise). We have a lot in common then Hikari, and you're a very smart girl too. (Looks over to the booms she was reading with a small laugh). And I would say keep visits like this quiet for now until I can train you more openly with permissions. For now I was planning to give you some of my access to higher level books barriered off... Seems you already got to them hmm? (Raises her eyebrow at Hiki again looking a bit amused).
Hiki: Oh um... I'm sorry I didn't have patience to wait for permission so I kind of bypassed the seals in order to get to everything else... I'm sorry miss Shiro.
Shiro: (Laughs a little). Oh a little girl like you passing such barriers? Very smart indeed. Now don't worry I'm more impressed then anything. It seems you have interest in different element magic so I encourage learning your interests. I have a few lessons and books I may suggest to you as well.
Hiki: (Her eyes immediately brighten up upon hearing Shiro say that). Really! Do you mean it! Can I read more?
Shiro: (Can't help but laugh more at Hiki's eagerness). Why of course but you will need a card from me. It's normally for older children who are students but I think a exception can be made. Just promise to ask first from now on if there's a section you want to go in.
Hiki: (She shakes her head again). Alright! But I can't wait to tell her when I can!
Shiro: (Pats Hiki's head helping her stand up more). Let me talk to her first then. Now come one then I like a smile much more for you, it suits you quite well. Now come on then I'll get you a treat from a bakery and ice-cream place nearby that's quite good if you would like.
Hiki: (She smiles as she stands up holding Shiro's hand tightly). Alright... Come on come on before they run of those great blueberry pasties I love!
Shiro: (Shakes her head as she pulled along by Hiki). Well there's no time to waste then.
In a flash of light Shiro and Hiki leave and Hiki shakes out of her pause in remembrance finding herself staring at the same area in book shelves she was crying under as a child. Not much has changed in all that time from what she can see of the area, only the books rearranged and a little dustier as she feels a light sting on her back as she thinks of the memory.
Hiki: Shiro.... (She rubs her hand across the book shelf). She... Had helped realized my own potential.
Jennifer: (Smiles at Hiki standing beside her for support). She sounds like even more of a amazing person the more I hear of her.
Kura: ... She was a really good grandmother so I understand... I guess you thought of her as a role model just as much.
Hiki: Yes... I basically saw her as a second mom to me really... It was real nice change of pace for growing up....
Tori: Yeah... Shiro was always like that... It's how she filled the role for me easily once I was introduced into the family... She helped break down my nerves.
Kairi: (Looks up at Hiki with a smile). Maybe that bakery you mentioned is still open. we can go and you can pick up food you liked with Shiro on the way.
Shizen: (Smiles at Hiki and Tori as well putting a hand on both their shoulders). They both talked about you a lot. They were very proud of you and talked a lot about moments like that.
Tori: I know they did... And that's what kept giving me motivation to keep going because I didn't want to disappoint them even after everything had happened... I couldn't do that.... (He looks down in sadness for a moment but regains his composer as he steels his resolve to keep going).
Shizen: We keep moving forward for those who were here. That's all anyone can do... To live with those memories and become better from those... No matter how much it hurts sometimes.
Hiki: Yes... But for now let's not dwell too much on the past we have something to do for the future!
Jennifer: Yes but I don't mind stopping to grab things from your bakery on the way as well. It will be a memory you can share with us now.
Chazz: I have heard so many stories about this said bakery. You have told me stories all night once just so I could know everything I could know about them. (He smiles as he remembers the memory getting excited to finally see the bakery Hiki had talked about before).
Rowen: Well I do believe I could go for some sweets. It's always nice to have some because I could go for a muffin at any time in the day.
Hiki: (She pouts for a second). Well the more we are chit chatting the more time were wasting not eating some sweets. Let's get going than!
Shizen: (Raises her eyebrows amused at Rowen putting a arm around him as Echo wag her tail excitedly moving around quite a lot in his hold). I never figured you to be a man with a sweet tooth.
Rowen: Well I wouldn't say that I have a sweet tooth but I do appreciate the many sweets bakery's make.
Jennifer: (Smiles understandingly). It's really any food made fresh that can be appreciated though. I think out of everyone we all know who has the biggest sweet tooth. (Motions to Kairi).
Kairi: (Having missed most of what was said she looks over while skipping happily next to Tori). What was that?
Tori: (He smirks as he smiles). Oh nothing, nothing. We were just mentioning how much you love sweets.
Kairi: (Her eyes gain a sparkle). I hope there's plenty of cake and ice cream to eat!
Shizen: (Laughs a little). I had my own dish a particularly liked having when out with Shiro as well but we will need to wait until closer or eat as we walk for any quick food stops.
Jennifer: (Looks at Shizen curiously). What did you have?
Shizen: well I was quite fond of Ratatouille.
Kairi: We can get that too and bring all sorts of food to have with Yami then.
Kura: He will appreciate burgers and hotdogs more than anything but then again he is not picky.
Chazz: Well I'm sure we will find some places to get him some food along the way for sure. But yes let's be off for now.
The whole group walks on the street stopping quickly at a few stores but never staying more than a few moments. They first stop at the bakery buying baked good for later as well as Tori and Kura stopping more towards the dark spirit area for food as well. They all walk for some time to reach the city center noticing they reach a area with spirits of all kinds living much closer to one another.
Mizuko: (Takes notice as she looks around seeing the giant central of the city much closer ahead). It seems we are getting closer. The center is just at the end of this street.
Orion: Yes! We are only a few blocks away generally from the building we need to be at. (He looks around the city as well).
Rowen: Ah I see well it's seems that we just flew through the city and wish we could explore more but that can wait till everything is over.
Shizen: We will need to stay in the central area for today. We made it in good time though.
Jennifer: (Looks around as well with her sister). I like this area though, it looks like different people of every element live together here.
Mizuko: (Nods in agreement). The center is where all seem to get along and work together a bit more, or that was the hope anyways. In the coming decades and centuries there has been talk of expanding a market and stores of different elements but it is up to the people how they layout and contribute their talents.
Orion: There has been a mix-up of opinions as time has gone on and we have had people agree to it for the majority but still have that small amount against it.
Shizen: It may be easier when festival times grow closer then to move in the markets and shops though. People are more convinced to things then.
Kairi: (Tilts her in interest). A festival?
Mizuko: Why yes, there is a grand festival in this city everyone swarms to. It is gathering with events for all and peace is required throughout the territories as they have booths showing what their element means to them the culture. It is quite a extraordinary celebration with numberless events compositions to represent your element best.
Kairi: (Her eyes sparkle from how exciting a festival). That sounds amazing! We should go to that!
Shizen: (Sighs and shakes her head though still with a small smile). It sadly is only every century or so and it has been less frequent with the last wars events. I'm afraid you may miss it.
Rowen: Well I'm sure after everything is settled some kind of festival will happen so I'm sure everything will work out.
Mizuko: There are festivals of each element individually more often. They take place in the city's of the element theme and occur a little more often.
Jennifer: Then maybe we could go to some of those.
Orion: I don't see why we couldn't in all truth but let's keep going cause need to get to the meeting.
Shizen: We will need to stay in the city center until bells ring. It is a warning sign for a gathering to start.
Kairi: (Looks ahead skipping a little faster to see the city center curiously). Let's get going then! I'm sure there will something cool in the center.
Jennifer: (Goes a little faster to stay with Kairi). Kairi don't run off-. (She trips a little out of the street seeing the busy city center the large buildings built in a circle with a elemental symbol engraved throughout. The largest building in the circle and built out a bit more stands out the most with a statue directly in front and in the very center of the court yard. She looks in awe of the building and courtyard being at a loss of words with her sister). ... Whoa....
Chazz: (he is close behind her as he is looking around the city as well being captivated by the site) wow....
Tori: (he walks up closely behind) welcome to the balance center of the entire spirit world.. haven't been here for a while. Hiki and I had to come here once separately to get rightful acknowledgement of the balance powers
Shizen: (Sighs looking up at the large council building). Looks like we made it here.... All meetings concerning the council take place here in that large building.
Jennifer: (Sill is paused with a look of awe). It's... Amazing
Orion: Oh if you think the outside is amazing wait till you see the inside of it. Trust me when I say they tried to make sure everything looked good.
Mizuko: When the council was formed we decided to have this be the grandest spot in the spirit world... I wasn't as fond of showing off but it gave Orion a chance to work on something large scale in stone.
Shizen: (Smirks with a chuckle). You and the other men of the council went crazy with stand out ideas way back then.
Orion: Well Nagi was very supportive as he helped decorate it. It wasn't all just me everyone else just helped contribute to the structure.
Shizen: In his words it had to represent how awesome we were.
Kura: (Looks at the building as well with a nod). That defiantly sounds like my grandfather....
Tori: Yeah... It does sound like Nagi to be like that but that's what made him great to be around.... (He smiles as he looks at the capitol building).
Jennifer: (Still is in awe but then notices Kairi was starting to move forward her eyes fixed in wonder to what she moves towards. She chases after not wanting to be separated). Kairi wait for us.
Kura: (Follows right behind with the same idea).
Chazz: (He notices that Hiki is close behind Kairi).
Hiki: (As she moving with Kairi and sightseeing as they are walking together).
Kairi: (As everyone quickly tries to catch up she makes her way to what had caught her eye looking up at the statue in the middle of a man and woman standing together in a stately manner. In one hand the beautiful woman with her hair down holds a staff with a light glow at the top. The man has a sword with darkness on its hilt and their other hand is held onto each other with a light and dark around them mixing together). That's Nagi and Shiro then....
Hiki: (She smiles as she looks up at the statue she hasn't seen in forever). Yep that's them... Shiro was against having the statue be of themselves but everyone insisted that they do that.
Shizen: Nagi was more excited about the idea honestly. He even convinced Shiro to have her hair down on the statue. She mostly had her hair up for when she worked which I agree since I put my hair in a braid sometimes... But... Nagi always got this look to her when her hair was down. (Smiles up at the statue of the couple).
Jennifer: (Looks up at the statue and Shiro as Shizen talks). ... She really is beautiful....
Tori: She really was... But it was always nicer to see Shiro with her hair down it looked more natural that way... It was nice....
Kairi: Nagi looks really cool too. He looks like a giant knight ready suited for battle.
Kura: (Nods in response). He was a grand master darkness knight and Shiro was a grandmaster in light... They really were amazing.
Orion: Aye they were... It's the bond they had that brought everyone together like his... Now only we have to preserve the peace and keep going.
Mizuko: It's easy to look back and reflect on them though.
Jennifer: (As they are talking something catches her attention feeling a presence a little around the statue wondering around to look for it Shizen taking notice as well).
Rowen: Well.... (He notices the look on Jennifer). What is it miss Jennifer?
Shizen: (Smirks knowing what she is looking for following as well with a green shine in her eye Rowen can see leaving the others confused). He hasn't left then....
Orion: (He smirks having a good idea who it is). Well we are about to have a grand guest arrive.
Jennifer: (She is the first to go around the statue seeing a large grand Clydesdale stallion. The horse is strong looking with a black fur coat and white mane looking at the handsome creature in awe as it stands by the statue shaking his mane a bit). Hello there....
Hiki: (She is close behind Jennifer). Oh hey... There Chief... It's been a long while....
Tori: (He hears Hiki and immediately looks up and heads towards the two girls). Chief it's been a long time buddy!
Kairi: (Looks up at Hiki and Tori confused). Chief?
Shizen: (Laughs going over as well). He is a very close friend and Nagi's horse. I shouldn't be surprised he is still here.
Orion: He used to follow wherever Nagi would be. He would wait outside till the meeting was over though I'm trying to understand why is still by the statue? (He looks confused)
Jennifer: (She and Shizen look at the horse at it snorts and stomps his foot a bit proudly. They seems to be listening to Chief Shizen letting out a sigh as well).
Chazz: Well it seems like we will find out overall in the end since those two are listening to him. So let's just wait and see what happens.
Shizen: (Sighs again shaking her head). I thought that would still be the case.
Kairi: (Looks even more confused beside Kura). What is?
Jennifer: (Pets Chiefs head with a synthetic frown). He's... Waiting for his master to come back....
Rowen: He hasn't left... He has been patient wanting him to come back.... (He looks down as does everyone else).
Shizen: (Nods looking at Chief who makes another snort putting a calming hand on him). Yes... I remember when right after we found him here. Kishi tried getting him to go with him but he's just as stubborn as his master.... It's even has been quite a few centuries since then he won't budge... It really shows how loyal animals can be.
Tori: (He pets Chief having a face of sadness). I know, I want him to come back too... But we both know he isn't.... (Chief only shakes his head and mane in defiance with a small neigh stomping a hoof).
Shizen: (Sighs shaking her head). Stubborn and as in denial as ever... It is nice to have hope though....
Orion: It's fine to have hope like that... But I guess we can't really tell him otherwise anymore... He wouldn't agree to it though he knows the truth already.
Shizen: (Shakes her head). I remember Kishi and I first trying to move him away... He nearly trampled Kishi. It looks like he visits still though. (Looks behind seeing a small bail of hey, food and water).
Kura: (Looks as well going to pet Chief as well with sympathy). That does sound like my uncle to do that....
Tori: It really does sound like him... But at least it seems like the townsfolk are helping.
Jennifer: (looks at Chief still seeming to listen). He does really seem like a proud noble steed though.
Shizen: He has been since he was a young foul. No one but Nagi he would let ride him because of the respect he earned and anyone else would be bucked off immediately. Even before he was a proud stallion who wouldn't let anyone ride him and it took Nagi many attempts and determination to earn Chief's respect.
Tori: (He remembers back to the times seeing Nagi try and try riding again on Chief). Yeah he kept going on about stories that he had shared with Chief.
Shizen: (Grins looking up at Chief). I'm sure he had many stories. He wanted a noble steed to ride into battle with him and he got the most powerful and independent rebellious spirited stallion of the herd. Just like him to choose a grand stallion Clydesdale like Chief. (rustles Chiefs main who bobs his head clopping a hoof proudly).
Mizuko: (Looks over and nods with a small smile). I remember hearing Nagi and Shiro going to the nature territory. It was more of a trip for Nagi then. Shizen: (Remembers far too well her grin growing). The nature territory has a large horse stable and sanctuary and I remember well. If I can quote him he wanted a proud steed to ride into battle and look awesome on.
Jennifer: So they got him from the nature territory....
Orion: Yes he did he kept going on and about those stories that Shizen told him about it and the rest of the story was told then.
Shizen: Shiro continued complaining Nagi would stop one the way so often asking if that was his horse regardless of what type of animal it was. Quiet amusing to say the least.
Kairi: (Giggles while petting chiefs short mane). I wish we had time to learn more about that.
Mizuko: (Looks on top of the large building with the gate closed for now). We have until the bells ring and the gate opens at most so as long as we are quick about it.
Chazz: Well what kinds of adventures did the two share? (He looks towards Tori and Kura mostly for the answer).
Tori: (He thinks to himself for a second). Well after Nagi had brought back Chief he would ride him basically everyday he tried teaching everyone in the family to ride if they were old enough. Usually we had some decent results but Nagi was the only one who could ride him the Best. Though Shiro did put up a good fight in getting chief to let her ride him. It was one of those misadventures that Nagi cherished a lot it seemed like.
Kura: I remember Kishi attempting to ride Chief without Nagi nearby and immediately getting bucked off into a tree and hitting his gut... It was quite funny. (Laughs more to herself).
Shizen: Nagi had to go through even more to earn his respect. quite a trial he was put through indeed.
Jennifer: How difficult was it for Nagi? (Looks to Chief seeming to be listening to him as well).
Shizen: (Laughs at a sound from Chief no others seem to understand). Well let's see then.... (She starts to think back to the point Nagi and Shiro came to visit and look for a steed for himself knowing it was quite amusing at the time even the idea of this visit).
She sits and goes into her memories next to Chief starting with the nature territories forest waiting for her honored guests. She leans on a wooden fence post a little out of the way of the city seeming to be more country farm land. She is in casual green and brown but low-cut work shirt and pants and her grey hair in a long braid away from her face. She is more casual about her stance and she sighs sensing some movement up the path her eyes glowing green to check if it is her guests with a grin. Her senses travel throughout the wilderness until she finds what she is looking for seeing and hearing two very familiar friends.
Shiro: (Sighs as she pushes a vine out of her face). Nagi come on now we don't have time to-. (Looks behind her seeing Nagi had stopped again staring at a wild black bear). ... What are you doing now?
Nagi: (He is a very causal outfit as well since it's not council business). Well I just saw him along the way... Then I immediately wanted to walk with him and bond. (He grins as he hears Shiro sighs).
Shiro: (Shakes her head but he can see a slight amused smile she can't help as her hair tied in a ponytail blows in a breeze a bit). Nagi this is the 10th time last time was a buffalo and that's a wild bear. I know your excited to have noble steed but maybe something a little less wild.
Nagi: But, but... It's a good bear. (As he pets the bear seeing that it isn't against it).
Shiro: Come on now I'm sure the bear is nice but we also promised to meet Shizen for a horse. Maybe wait until then to make the decision and let the wild animals stay wild no matter how friendly they seem.
Nagi: (sighs as the bears leaves and waves goodbye to it). And here I thought I finally found it. But my wife is right let's look at some horses.
Shiro: (Kisses Nagi on the lips to reassure him). I know your excited but some animals need to stay where they are. Like Shizen said you will know your companion when you see it so be patient and try not to adopt all the horses you find.
Nagi: (He smiles from the kiss). Alright, alright let's get to looking then.
Shiro: Thank you honey now let's first have a chance to look-. (Looks around as she says this noticing a large spider on a tree near the path going a little pale when seeing it's as big as her head). Let's... stay on the path....
Nagi: (He laughs a bit). Alright honey let's stay on the path then.
Shiro: (Sighs sticking close to Nagi for the rest of the walk reaching a break in the path where they finally see fencing and farmland. It is very peaceful until they notice someone leaning on one of the fence post a little ways away waving over).
Shizen: (Grins waving over as she yells to them). Took you long enough, take a few too many stops!
Nagi: (He waves towards Shizen). Well we found a bear along the way and I grew attached for a few moments.
Shizen: Ahh yes I had a sense of you two in the forest.
Shiro: (Raises a eyebrow with her hands are hips). I hope this isn't just excuse to see and tease my husband now.
Shizen: (Shakes her head no with a grin and amused laugh). Come on now, I take animals seriously after all. This is just a visit to do business with good friends.
Nagi: (He shakes his head yes though he remembers the time Shizen has teased him before). Though you have done something like this before where it led to that and to be honest I rather go home with my wife today.
Shizen: (Laughs more). Come on now when it involves animals I can be a little more serious this time.
Shiro: (Sighs but carries on). Perhaps show us the horse then. Nagi has been excited about this trip for weeks now.
Shizen: (Her laughter calms down but still has a large grin). Well it's a bit more difficult than just taking in any horse.
Nagi: oh is it really? I never knew it would take effort. (He looks around in excitement too have some sort of challenge with this. He doesn't want it to be too easy for him for his valiant stead).
Shizen: And that is why I put aside the teasing... I take animals seriously after all. I know already how good you are so I know you will not do harm to the animal and treat it well. Also as a strict policy the animal has to have a bond form to become a loyal companion. Earn its respect since you are not the only one deciding, the animal has to agree as well.
Shiro: (Is a bit surprise hearing the bit of seriousness in Shizen's voice but should have expected so when dealing with animals as they start walking to the ranch and stable area). I see then.
Nagi: (He has already started walking around near the horses just looking at each one). Hmm I wonder.
Shiro: (Looks around as well curiously seeing a small stocky pony about half her height with a thick cream color coat and white main seeming very sweet as it goes up to sniff her. She smiles and bends down putting her hand out to pet her). Well hello there, aren't you sweet.
Shizen: (Grins seeing Shiro take a little interest as well). She's our Shetland pony. They stay about that size and with her sweet nature she is good with teaching little ones riding.
Shiro: (Smiles more as she pets the pony). I see she is a very good girl then. I wish I had brought my kids here when they were a bit younger for you.
Nagi: (He sees his wife get love struck by the small horse and can't help but smile as he looks around more). Now, now where is the horse I want....
As he looks around more wondering through the field of horses some sniffing him others going about their own business he hears a loud neighing. He turns seeing a very large horse with a black coat and white mane and long fur poofing out over his hoofs. He also can see the horse is very muscular compared to other horse breeds as it bucks forward at another horse displaying it is dominate. The other horse gallops away quickly from it as the large horse shakes his mane proudly as it trots around the ranch.
Nagi: (He smiles as he sees the horse). Found it! (He walks towards the horse with determined to make it his).
Shizen: (Looks over hearing Nagi call out from the herd seeing the horse he moves towards dropping everything to rush over). Crap not that one. Nagi watch yourself!
Shiro: (Looks over as well not knowing what is going on). Hmm?
Nagi: (Before Shizen can rush over he is close enough to the large horse for it to notice him putting it's ears back in a defensive way as it stomps its hoof swishing his tail a bit. He smirks as he stops wanting to play this game of intimidation). Oh that's how we are going to play. (The horse swiftly trots up and jumps its two front large hoofs up at Nagi neighing loudly again. He stays in place and dodges the horse). Got to do better than that buddy. The horse then kicks Nagi down with his back legs trotting a few steps away shaking it's mane with a huff).
Shizen: (Is the first to rush over trying to calm the situation offering a hand to help Nagi up). Nagi be careful with that one. He's the lead horse here and very proud, bucks off anyone who goes near. I can't even get bridle on him.
Nagi: (He smirks as he looks more determined than ever). Oh the strongest one huh? I'll challenge that since I know he wants a challenge. (He gets up and his dark energy starts to surround him).
Shiro: (Sighs shaking her head). It is just like you to chose the strongest and proudest of them all.
Shizen: (Sighs as well). He's a Clydesdale stallion so it won't be easy. It's a very strong and powerful breed and he has a lot of stamina as well. People even call him Chief from how proud he is and no one's been able to stay on him more than a few seconds. From what I listen too he only will respect you if outlasts him. Won't be easy he's one of the most stubborn creatures I've seen.
Shiro: (Has a small smirk looking between Nagi and Chief). They have a lot in common then.
Nagi: (He smirks). Oh just out last him that's too boring... But so shall it be. (As the dark energy redirects into his arms).
Shizen: (Smirks watching Nagi start to walk towards chief again). Boring huh?
Shiro: (Shakes her head with a small smile at her husband). I didn't think I would be using healing this trip. Very well I see why you asked us to dress casual then. (Looks at all of the dirt and some muddy parts).
Shizen: (Her smirk grows as she nods). I would sit tight, this could take a while.
Nagi: (Hours have gone by and Nagi and chief are still at a standstill as Nagi continues to not give up on riding Chief but more and more he is getting there). You're a tough one for sure which makes me want to ride you even more than ever. (Chief huffs out a bit a bit after hours they had been at this shaking his mane out a bit and stomping his hoof as he gets ready to buck Nagi off of him once again stubbornly. He smiles more and more). Well feeling confident now aren't you Chief. Well to bad this will be the last time you will knock me off. (He puts more energy into his arms as he gets ready for it. Chief stands his ground starting at a gallop towards Nagi, heavy hoofs hitting the ground powerfully. He proceeds to get on top of Chief and manages to get a good grip as they begin their last fight. Chief bucks strongly multiple times less often as the other times but he can tell how strong the horse is with each swift move to try and buck Nagi off of him).
Shizen and Shiro: (Match by the fence still impressed that this match has lasted so long).
Nagi: (He is able to stay on top of Chief). Not just yet! (Chief in a last jump he bucks up with his front hoofs with the last of his stamina after a long match neighing loudly. He falls backwards onto his back Nagi landing on his back as well into some mud in and Chief laying close by with a huff. He is breathing hard in and out). Well it seems like I lasted just as long you... Chief. (Chief sits up in the hay laying down still but looking at Nagi next to him. There seems to be a change as he sniffs Nagi curiously still huffing and snorting a bit. His ears are now pointed up and a different calmer look is in his eyes not needing to hear him translated to see they earned each other's respect now. He smiles as he pets Chief's neck). Well you did pretty good too. Didn't think it would take me too much effort but you put up a great challenge.
Shizen: (She and Shiro make their way to Nagi and Chief). Took you two longer than I expected.
Shiro: (Laughs a little). I didn't expect you to be challenged so much by a horse now. I am glad you didn't bring good clothing as well. (a hand glows of light as she kneels down to Nagi's level to and heal him a bit from falling so many times as well as wiping some of the dirt off him).
Nagi: (He grins as he kisses his wife real quick). Well it was a wonderful challenge regardless.
Shiro: (Kisses back and then looks at Chief). What happens now with you new friend?
Shizen: (Kneels down to stroke Chief's mane). That would be up to this one here but I can tell the respect is already earned.
Nagi: Well if he wanted to stay here I wouldn't be upset since he deserves that choice from how much trouble he put me through. (There is a small pause as Chief looks at Nagi huffing a bit but his eyes seeming to show thought. There's a moment pause between then before Chief starts to move to stand sturdily. He doesn't move anywhere though as if waiting swishing his tail and shaking his mane out a bit).
Shizen: (Grins but says nothing as she stand and goes over to a nearby shed to grab something).
Nagi: (He looks at Chief in a state of confusion for a second not understanding what he is just standing there for). umm?
Shiro: (Has a bit of confusion as well towards Chief helping Nagi up from the hay).
Shizen: (Comes back quickly holding something in her hands. She grins knowing it will be clearer as she holds out a simple dark leather saddle and bridle to Nagi). Nagi... I think you will be needing these.
Nagi: (It takes a moment for him to process everything but then perks up in a smile as he puts it all together taking the saddle to chief). Well than Chief. With this saddle I would name you mine. However this time, I'll name you my partner in battle. (Chief bobs his head with a stomp of his hoof proudly.
Shiro: (Has a amused look at her husband). Now you made that sound so familiar to me. If only I could pinpoint from where.
Nagi: (He blushes from his wife's statement). Well... I tend to reuse the good ones... But I'm glad Chief accepts me as do I.
Shizen: Well he's the type of horse I would believe he will only listen to one now though I can expect he will be just as proud as you act.
Shiro: (Smiles and calmly pets Chief's head to gain some trust as well). I am sure I can handle another proud noble attitude in the house, a very handsome steed as well. As long as you are not too harsh to our kids. (Chief sniffs Shiro a bit and bobs his head a bit to the praise responding very well to the compliments).
Shizen: (Smirks seeing Shiro already gaining from trust for Chief). Not bad at all. Only a moment or two and you gain a bit of trust as well.
Shiro: Well I have gotten quite good over the many years of dealing with that type of attitude. (Laughs and looks at her husband).
Nagi: Well that may be true... You still love it very much Misses Shiro.... (He smiles).
Shiro: (Smiles back). yes I do, it may be quite hectic at times but it is also what makes it exciting.
Shizen (Pouts a little as she saddles up Chief for Nagi). Oh you two may make me jealous with such talk.
Shiro: (Stops looks at Shizen with a sigh). One day you will find your own Shizen and you maybe then you may stop teasing my husband.
Shizen: (Sighs looking down a little but pushes the feeling of the past away). One can only hope.
Shiro: (Gives a sympathetic look hugging Shizen for a second). Now come one then I am sure you will just focus on the good out of things.
Shizen: (Can't help but laugh perking up a bit). Well there is a big one I wouldn't trade for the world.
Shiro: (Laughs as well and nods). We have that very much in common now at least.
Nagi: Well I believe everything will work out for you Shizen but let's not trend on this topic. Let's get to riding! (Chief snorts a bit as he stands sturdily ready to get moving).
Shiro: I think your noble steed agrees. (Smiles as she lifts a hand for Nagi to help her up).
Shizen: (Grins as she adjusts the bridle on Chief making sure everything is secure). I am sure you will learn how to work with one another throughout the travel back but I will get going now. I have a little girl to go back to after all.
Shiro: (Laughs and smiles looking over to Nagi). And I am sure Nagi looks forward to showing our four this surprise, so we will be leaving as well.
Nagi: (He climbs up first like normal than helps pull up his beautiful wife). Well I'm sure they will more than excited maybe Chikara will come and play as well but Shizen give my regards to Adara. I will see you tomorrow for the council meeting.
Shizen: (Grins more backing up with a wave). I will see you there but now I suggest holding on tight. (She looks at Chief with a small nod he already starting off at a trot with big heavy hoofs hitting the ground with a loud powerful clop).
Nagi: (He is taken off guard at first but then regains his composer quickly). Whoa there don't try to throw me off when my wife's here alright?
Shiro: (Laughs holding on as well to Nagi from behind). Perhaps he just wants to impress me.
Nagi: Maybe he does... But we will have to continue this competition than another time Chief.
Shiro: (Laughs as Chief neighs his retort waving back at Shizen one more time before kissing Nagi on the cheek).
Shizen: (Waves back for as long as she can see them saying more to herself). You picked a great companion Chief. I couldn't think of a better one honestly.
The memory fades into present day with Shizen staring at Chief near the statue with a sad smile to him. She pets his head a bit sympathetically with a sigh.
Shizen: You really were a great companion for him.... I could be honest too saying I miss them as well and have a small sliver of hope.... I know you miss him and knew you would be a loyal steed. (Everyone can see Chief is less energetic in his motions bowing his head a bit).
Chazz: (He sees the sadness in chief's eye as though he lost a brother in a way). You must of have been very close to have such sadness linger in your eyes... Though I can't blame you overall.
Jennifer: (Sees the same thing as well as hearing it). To wait here for him so long... It must be so hard.
Kura: (Frowns looking at Chief then down a bit). I... I think we all miss them... I know it has been hard too....
Orion: Well... We all do but we can't keep dreading on it for they gave another chance let us not waste it.
Mizuko: (Nods in agreement with a sympathetic expression). It is a great bond and loyalty that is formed, that I can tell greatly.
Shizen: (Sighs as she think getting a idea seeing the food and water filled regularly on the statue knowing who makes those stops. She calmly places her forehead onto Chief's to give him something to put thought into). I agree with that loyalty as well even those hopes.... I know I cannot convince you not to wait like this... But perhaps while waiting give someone else a chance to ride you and have that loyalty too.... I see Kishi cares a lot about you.... He is a lot like his father too so maybe pass down that chance to him and look after him in the meantime.... I am sure that would make Nagi more happy then anything.... Just give it some thought is all I ask.
Tori: Yeah... Big brother Kishi... He was the only person to get the closest so it makes sense... I would think Nagi would want that too.
Kura: I agree... Uncle Kishi always tried looking after us and being strong since he was the oldest... A lot like Kuro did with Yami and I.... To be strong and try to keep everyone together especially after everything happen.... It was hard on all of us but it's nice to think maybe one day that goal of all of us together again could happen again.... I hope we can all do that again.... Even you Chief.
Shizen: (Looks at both Tori and Kura then sighs again moving her head away from Chief and patting his head). Just give it some thought....
Rowen: (As the group is pondering the moment with Chief they begin to hear bells coming from the main building). Well it looks like it's time... We must be off soon.... (He doesn't want to say it but the group must go on).
Shizen: (Nods with a serious expression and sigh). We gave him many things to think over so l think we should leave him to that anyways.
Jennifer: (Pets Chief's head one more time with a small smile). We can come back outside afterwards and tell Kishi for you.
Kairi: (Has a cheerful smile to try and bring up everyone's mood). It will be alright Chief we can also see Yami now too! Finally!
Kura: (Nods looking at the building with a small smile and hint of worry in her eyes).
Hiki: (She pets him alongside Tori). We will make sure everyone can be together again... We have too.
Chazz: (He smiles as this moment has helped the grow gain resolve to keep going past the sad memories). Well let's be off than.
Orion: (He grins but looks towards the building). Alright... Let's go.
Tori: (Everyone nods and starts to walk towards the building saying Farwell to Chief. Tori is the last behind the group feeling a nudge at his back Silver perking up from his shoulder again. Chief nudges his snout on Tori's back feeling a odd sting from it but still looks back to see Chief sniffing and nipping his shirt a bit there). Ow, ow too hard buddy but what's up? (He says as he pets Chief).
Chief simply just nudges and sniffs Tori's back a bit oddly snorting a bit lifting his head and ears perked up in interest. Tori laughs petting Chiefs head once more before having to leave promising to come back out. The group begins to approach the large stately building in the center of the entire city and meeting place of all council meetings. The large doors open for them and as they look around they see the building is just as big as it seems on the outside having a intimidating feeling not knowing their way around from the many large halls and stairways. They all stick close to the three who seem to know their way around but notice Shizen, Orion and Mizuko's faces are much more serious than before. It is as if their posture changed to a more professional version of themselves as they take out medallions with each their elements on them to wear.
Shizen: (Sighs as if preparing herself for what's to come getting herself ready mentally as she puts on emerald earrings trying to make herself look more presentable as a leader even with their long travel).
Mizuko: (Does the same with simple pearls as she then bows respectfully to those who pass by).
Orion: (He tidies up his shirt but beside that he isn't looking forward to this at all).
Jennifer: (Looks around partly amazed but also at the 3 council members change in composure in concern).
Kura: (Looks around continuously and anxiously obvious she is looking for Yami).
Kairi: (Looks around as well ready to run towards Yami at first sight).
Shizen: (Sighs seeing the anxious faces knowing what they are feeling). He will not be on these floors now. He will be brought here during the first meeting and if we are lucky you can meet with him after the first meeting ends....
Rowen: It would be too quick to get our hopes just let... But let's be patient for now.... (He also gains the serious attitude).
Mizuko: (Has a more hopeful and reassuring expression for the others). We will plead his case best we can. That is what we can promise and perhaps a compromise to the situation could be made.
Jennifer: (Still has a obviously concerned expression as she looks at the council members). There are three council members here so that is a benefit. What other council members will we need to be concerned with convincing... Besides fire of course.... (As she says this she thinks back hoping problems do not grow more).
Mizuko: (Still tries to give a reassuring look but can't help but look down slightly). Yes it is rare all of us come to a agreement here... But as long as a large majority comes to a agreement it should work itself out in the debates.
Shizen: (Has a more serious and in thought expression that shows more clearly. Not hiding it as well as Mizuko but avoiding the subject of Agni for now being clear where he stands). That is true Mizu... But Seiji may be one of those most difficult to persuade....
Kairi: (Tilts her head in confusion to the name). Seiji?
Shizen: Seiji is the Wind Council member... He can be quite hard to persuade.... To put it simply he holds values opposite of Mizuko's Mercy and tends to ally himself with fire like I do with water and earth.
Mizuko: (Sighs and nods). True he probably with think of the worst punishment to sentence but I am hopeful that changes one day.
Kura: (Her fists clench and tenses up from the talking and planning the worry clearly getting to her more as they walk and strategize).
Orion: He always has been a difficult one we should keep our wits about us since we will talking for a while.... Regardless we will make things work.
Chazz: Well if it's with you three I wouldn't place my trust anywhere else really.
Shizen: We will leave to you to help keep watch. I would not act out on emotions for Yami's sake as well. Only state facts as witnesses that will benefit him. Until then listen to Rowen unless he is helping Orion as a temporary advisor if needed. (Look in back of her to Rowen her serious composure softening for a second. She then nods motioning a bit to Kura for later knowing she will take things hardest along with Kairi already seeing worry getting to them).
Hiki: (She and Tori go by the two to help keep their cool as the group goes forward).
Orion: Well let's get the show on... The rest of you will be in the side standings as you will be watching and act as witnesses when called upon but until than just speak truthful and keep quiet when not talking.
Mizuko: Leave the debate to us.... I don't think we have done a meeting over someone so young and with the circumstances of it I think the answers are clear.
Jennifer: What about the light and dark council members?
Shizen: Kyoda and Chikara along with Kishi are considered temporary council members since it has not been made official what the situation will be.... It is complicated but I know they have their nephews best interest and safety in mind.
Orion: Though they have already been seen as the official one's just people being stubborn to announce the official status.
Shizen: (Sighs and nods in agreement). especially since there are two sons in the darkness element it is harder to figure out since it is thought the oldest would take charge... And if I would say I get the impression they are doing the same as Chief in their own way... their still young I think they are not ready for such big responsibilities shifted onto them so suddenly... Very few would be if not any. (Looks down as she ponders and reflects how things were handled after such a loss to them).
Mizuko: (Quickly tries to change the subject to something less upsetting). That is for them to face and figure out official titles they want to accept but let us focus on the matter at hand. (Looks forward seeing they are approaching the personal council members meeting place seeming circular in design even with just seeing the doors too it).
Rowen: That is true, we can not dwell on their problems when we have just as much at stake as them so let's stay focused on this. I'll take everyone else to the viewing section. (He leads the rest of the group to the more common area so it doesn't bring up issues in the meeting).
Chazz: (He and everyone else gets a feeling of uncertainty as they are walking towards that... They feel things won't go well but they have to place their trust in the council members before them in order to get through this).
Shizen: (Sighs as the rest of the group leaves them clenching her fist but still holding her head up as a council member as they head to the area for council members). I trust my instincts... But they have a uneasy feeling at the moment.
Mizuko: (Looks at Shizen a bit more seriously with a nod). I have learned to trust your instincts.... They never seem to be wrong....
Orion: I'm sure everything will work out... We will make it work out.
Shizen: It is our responsibility as council members.
Mizuko: He's only a child I believe we can come to a logical agreement.
Shizen: Let's get started then.... (Nods as she walks towards the circular meeting and court area. It is quite a large area made of marble with 7 podiums around the circle with a seat. Each seat has a symbol of a element she walking to the one of nature to climb up with Orion and Mizuko having to separate some to climb the steps to the council seats on either side of her. She sighs as she pauses at the base of the stairs to gain more composure preparing herself to what is to come. before she starts to climb out of the corner of her eye she sees another council member about to walk past. The one she least like to see as he heads to the other side of the circle. She glares at Agni with a deep anger from over her shoulder with a clenched fist and gritted teeth saying nothing at the moment as he is close to walking past in back of her).
Agni: (He looks amused with himself as he walks past Shizen as he goes with a smile).
Shizen: (As Agni is walking past he feels a hand grip his shoulder tightly to stop him. Shizen doesn't move from her spot but her grip is tight with her head down blocking her face from view with her grey hair pausing for a few seconds).
Agni: (He stops having a small sense of worry for Shizen but doesn't show it). Yes Shizen dear what do you ask of me?
Shizen: (She her teeth grit a bit more but makes sure she is heard clearly with a tone anyone would take seriously like giving a warning). Agni... I swear if you try something here... I promise... I will declare war. (She looks up at Agni her expression matching her tone with warning and anger. A way he can see she is very serious as well is he sees her eyes flash to red for a few seconds with her hand tightening on his shoulder to the point that it hurts a bit).
Agni: (He sighs as he taps Shizen's shoulder). Than prepare for a bloodbath if all you want to do is intimidate me. Then you have failed you don't have power over me Shizen for your emotions are your weakness. But if you want to clash with fire than prepare for it if you don't mind sacrificing many to satisfy your own desires that you only want to atone for. (His eyes turn into a blue like form as Shizen has never seen before). You're not the only one hiding secrets my dear. However as much as I want to clash right now.... I will bring a tempest of fire and storm of blood if I need to... But that can all wait for now.
Shizen: (Holds her ground not showing the surprise of seeing Agni this way. She grits her teeth ignoring the burning pain on her hand looking at him directly with her serious expression unchanged though letting out a sad sigh for a second noticing her gold locket on the same hand she grabbed him with). I will only sacrifice one then if needed then. My secrets I am happy to take with me as well and am happy I kept them from what you have become.... (Her grip loosens on his shoulder letting go through a bit burned now).
Agni: Fine do what you wish I'm not allowed to stop you or even talk to you like this so I will be off I will see you later than miss Shizen. (He heads off with the blue still in his eyes).
Shizen: (Is paused for moment sighing and looking down once alone looking down at the locket on her arm). If that is how it will be then alright... War it shall be but this will be the last.... There are precious things to protect after all. (She sighs once again as she starts to climb the steps to her seat).
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