Darkness Of Destruction - Page 22

September 7, 2008, 2:46 AM

DON'T SPOIL THE FUN DANNY!!!! (Not even in spoilers or on MSN) And keep working on teh chaps!

September 7, 2008, 6:35 PM

Here's the next chapter and I thought I should warn you all people. The story ends in 2-5 chapters. Enjoy.

Chapter 34: The Journey To The Caverns

“So that’s what happened hmm?” Julius said as Rene finished his story.

“Yeah! So come on! We gotta go!” Rene shouted in exasperation.

“We cannot rush this Rene, we have a month to get there and it takes at least a week to travel there by foot.” Julius told him. Filden, Faith, Abby and Kamui were already to go and Rene hoped to get Julius and Zeria to go.

“Why the hell would we go by foot!” Rene shouted, angry all of a sudden. Julius nodded his head, as though he understood why Rene was angry.

“We can only go halfway by vehicle, after that they won’t work. The caverns have a magical field extending for many miles in every direction. It disables machines, driving takes less than a day but after than it takes a week to walk.” Julius told Rene, Rene stamped his foot on the ground loudly and cursed under his breath.

“Why would they randomly take her!?” Rene shouted loudly. “What would be the damned point!” Rene wanted to continue his rant but Julius stopped him by just raising his hand.

“The caverns of Remembrance are very important Rene, more important than you know.” Julius began, he stood and went to his desk, he opened the drawer and took out a leather bound book that looked very old. “Within every generation of humanity there is a key keeper and a destroyer. Those two people have always been neo-elementals. You are the key keeper and Vrael is the destroyer. 500 years ago the key keeper was a woman named Ruby, at the time the lands of Earth and Gaia were connected, bringing forth terrible entities into our world. In fact the monsters of today are indeed the descendants of those from there. Before Ruby was born the previous key keeper was killed and therefore allowed the destroyer to open the gate. That destroyer was a man named Gaol Liner.”

“Liner?” Rene said recognising the name.

“That is correct, the destroyer has always been part of the Liner family and now they are more powerful than ever before, but we will talk of that later. Gaol spent many years searching for the new key keeper Ruby, but she was hidden and once she had learnt to fight she gathered her comrades and charged the place where the gate was opened, the caverns of remembrance, Ruby’s comrades died in battle but she did not give up, she thought with all her might against Gaol but it was not enough. It the end she had to kill herself to seal the gate and destroy Gaol. Now the only way to re-open the gate is to use the blood of the key keeper.”

“So they want me to go there and die…” Rene said quietly. “If I go, I could save Lily but risk the world, and if I don’t I’ll lose my sister…”

“I’m sorry Rene, but I must beg of you, do not go!” Julius urged, “I know what the consequences will be if you do not but they will be even greater if you do!

“I’m sorry Julius, I will save my sister, but I will say this, I will not lose a single drop of blood.”

“So be it, then you will prove to me that you can win.” Julius told, placing his hand on the hilt of his blade. Rene crouched down slightly and grabbed the hilt of his blade firmly. The pair locked eyes and awaited the first move.

Julius struck first, he charged forward with his blade and drew it within a millisecond. Rene, being surprised, barely managed to draw his blade and block the blow. He’s really gonna go all out, Rene thought as Julius pulled his blade back and struck once more. Rene parried the blow to his right and immediately dealt a blow towards Julius shoulder. I’m not going to kill you, Rene thought, but I can at least hurt you till you let me go! As Rene’s blade whooshed towards Julius’ shoulder the man disappeared. Rene’s eyes widened as Julius reappeared behind him and sent a fireball into his back. Rene flew across the room and barely managed to turn to save smashing his head against the wall. The impact caused the wall to have a large indentation and Rene immediately fell to his knees. Flash stepping? Rene thought, how can he be able to use that?

“I know what you’re thinking Rene, how on earth could I be flash stepping when it’s ninja technique?” Julius smirked and rested the tip of his blade on the floor. “Just because it’s a ninja technique doesn’t mean we can’t learn to adapt and make our own way of using it.” He disappeared once more but Rene knew where he was going, Rene ducked down low and sent a kick exactly where Julius would appear. Success! His foot smashed straight into Julius’ abdomen sending him crashing into his own desk. The man stood back up and smirked at Rene. “You’re getting better, now make me bleed Rene.”

“I don’t want to hurt you Julius!” Rene shouted angrily “Just let me go!”

“If I let you go as you are you will be killed!” Julius shouted, suddenly angry. “I cannot allow the world to be thrown back into darkness just because a stupid boy is giving in to his emotions! The world has suffered enough.” He disappeared once more but Rene had finally caught on as to how he could do flash stepping. He knew he could botch it up but attempted anyway. Rene concentrated his energy into his speed and smiled as he felt the flow of speed in his body, he ran towards Julius, who now appeared as though he were moving normally and smashed his blade against his. The pair’s swords were locked in-between them both and the two were glaring into each others eyes. They pushed each other apart and immediately clashed once more. Rene smashed his blade against Julius’ but as they touched he spun his whole body and lashed out with a roundhouse kick. Julius toppled backwards, attempting to regain his balance but Rene did not allow it, he grabbed Julius’ top and threw him onto the ground. He punched him several times in the head and then grabbed his blade to deal the finishing blow.

“That’s enough lad!” A male voice shouted as he grabbed Rene and pulled him off Julius. Rene fell back and looked up into the bright eyes of Riku. “Just what the bloody hell do ye think your doin’?” He asked angrily, Rene saw that his wounds had completely healed but he still had a patch over the centre of his torso. “Why the hell are ye trying to kill each other?” Riku stretched his arms and cracked his knuckles. “Oh and Rene, I’m comin’ with you to the caverns. You’re gonna need at least one dark expert, Kammy’s been a rusty for a while” Riku cracked a smile as he help the two stand up.

“Thanks.” Rene grumbled as he let go of Riku’s arm. Julius sorted out his messed clothing and sat back down behind his ruined desk.

“I guess I underestimated your abilities…” Julius admitted. “I can see that you are strong, and with Riku coming along as well I’m sure you will do fine. I will not be coming however and neither will Zeria, there has to be some people here to protect the city whilst you’re gone.” Rene smiled and nodded his head. “Riku! You take care of them all now hear me!”

“Aye aye cap’n.” Riku said cheekily, he then smacked his head as though remembering something. “Ohhh yeaah forgot to mention something.” He waved his hand beside him and a dark portal suddenly appeared, as the dark mist subsided Kara stood there smiling girlishly. “She wants to come and I think it’d be a good idea.” Kara waved her hand slightly and grinned at Rene.

“Hey there bro’!” Kara said loudly but happily.

“Nuh uh, notta chance in hell!” Rene argued, angry that Riku would even consider thinking of letting Kara come.

“Rene!” Kara shouted at him, Rene’s expression changed from anger to worry as his little sister shouted at him. “Whether you like it or not! I am coming with you! Lily is my sister too dumbass!”

“But I can’t risk anything happening to you.” Rene told her sadly, kneeling to her level. Kara walked towards her brother and spread her arms as if to hug him. Rene smiled but-

THWACK!

Kara slapped Rene as hard as her tiny body allowed and sent Rene flying into the wall. “WHAT THE HECK WAS THAT FOR YOU LITTLE BIT-!” He Didn’t end the sentence as Kara pulled up her sleeve in a threatening manner.

“I am coming along whether you like it or not!?” Kara shouted, Rene literally fell back scared and noticed that both Julius and Riku had retreated back slightly in fear of being attacked. Rene sat up and smiled at Kara who glared back.

“Did Abby teach you to slap that hard?” Rene said chuckling slightly “Fine you can come, but you stay with someone at all times. Got it?” As soon as Rene said this Kara’s expression changed from anger to joy. She actually hugged her brother this time and smiled brightly.

“Yup, Abby taught me. She said that if I ever wanted to get you to do something just slap you real hard and you’ll do it!” Kara told him, Rene’s eye twitched as he remembered every time Abby had done that to him.

“… Let’s go get ready before I blow up…” Rene said with enough menace in his voice to make Kara, Riku and Julius retreat into the furthest corner. As the pair left, Julius sat back behind his desk and heaved a huge sigh.

“Damn, I’m glad I’m not part of that family.” Riku remarked as he sat down opposite Julius.

“I know, crazy people huh? I’m just worried how Zer’s going to react when I tell her we’re staying here.”

“Julius is gonna diiie, Julius is gonna diiiie.” Riku began to chant evilly.

“Go get ready, we’ll send you off in the hanger.”

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“Everyone ready!” Rene shouted as they all piled into the large transport car. Rene had gone in first and was sat down next to the door as everyone came in. Faith sat next to Rene and snuggled into his arm as Filden and Abby sat opposite them and did the same. Kara came in next and sniggered at the two couples.

“What’s so funny brat?” Filden remarked as he placed a hand on top of Kara’s head and looked evilly into her eyes. This caused her to look very scared and she eventually retreated into the corner.

“Aww you’re so mean!” Abby told him as he sat back down. Despite that she had began to giggle slightly.

“Hey Kamui!” Faith shouted as she leaned out of the door, she noticed he was speaking to Dawn and decided to shut up so they could overhear slightly.

“Be careful ‘kay?” Dawn told him. She passed his two bundles and kissed him softly on the cheeks causing him to blush slightly, which was very noticeable considering he was extremely pale. She giggled slightly before walking off. Kamui went into the transport and sat down in the very far corner opposite Kara.

“How come Dawn’s not comin’?” Rene asked him. He was stilling slightly red and had put the two bundles on the top rack of the shelf above him.

“She is staying here, if the city is attacked once more then they will need as much help as possible. That’s also why General Rale and Rowan are staying.” Kamui told him, looking out the window.

“Ain’t seen them in ages now that I think about it.” Filden remarked. “Where they been?”

“Helping out with the reconstructions in the city.” Rene told him “Dumbass, I woulda thought it was obvious.”

Filden decided to ignore Rene and instead asked another question. “Where’s Riku dammit, I wanna get this show on the road.”

“Jeez, calm it will ya.” Riku shouted from the drivers seat up front. “Someone’s gotta drive this baby.”

“No way!” Filden shouted running into the drivers area. He jumped into the co-pilot seat and grinned at Riku. “I’ve always wanted to drive one of these babies!”

“God, he’s like a kid with a new toy.” Kara remarked before Rene could.

“Boys and their toys.” Abby said grabbing a magazine and flipping the pages. Filden and Riku started arguing but eventually managed to shut the door and make their way out of the hanger area. Faith yawned loudly and smiled at Rene.

“I’m gonna catch some shuteye.” She told him closing her eyes and resting her head on his shoulder.

“No problems, grab some sleep. I’ll wake you if anything happens.” Rene told her kissing her lightly on the forehead.

Ding dong.

“Gooooood morning everyone. This is captain Riku speakin’. We’re approximately 500 miles away from our destination, so we should be there within 5-6 hours. Please enjoy the ride and if you see any problems please report them to me.”

“Who said you’re captain?” Filden said loudly. “I’m the one driving!”

“Heh heh but’s who’s in the pilot’s seat. I do believe that’s me.” Riku replied making himself comfy. “You’re just the co-pilot.”

“Sonofabitch!” Filden shouted.

“If we’re gonna have to put up with this all day, I swear I’m going to kill someone…” Faith said trying to sleep. Rene looked over to Kara and noticed that she had already gone to sleep. Despite the noise.

We’re coming to get you Lily, Rene thought as he closed his eyes and leaned his head backwards on the edge of the seat, the whole gangs comin’ to get you. I promise.

September 7, 2008, 6:44 PM

^^ Gooood chapter. Like always. XD I like it. Though is Rene an idiot for challenging Julius? Zeria woulda beat the crap out of him for daring to go against Julius. XD

September 7, 2008, 6:45 PM

Read it properly, Julius took Rene on.

September 7, 2008, 7:07 PM

As I said on MSN. Either way, she'd be angry at him for daring to go against Julius. One injury on Julius, would make her want to beat the crap out of Rene.

September 7, 2008, 7:09 PM

Heh heh, lucky they left before she showed up then eh?

September 7, 2008, 7:15 PM

Who's Julius? D:

September 7, 2008, 7:17 PM

Read the story and you might understand...