TE:R Adventures: The Chaos Detour (3/3)
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EDITOR - FALINTHE CHAOS DETOUR PART 3
Ever since the trio heard about what happened to their friends, they started their trip over to Town Mercia. G was especially shocked at the news. Bushra was... with them now? Even though he felt awful about the situation, a part of him was happy to reunite with his best friend. And with his powers back, he could protect his friends and family!
PotaTeo was excited to see his dad and sister again, not knowing the extent of their current situation. Array on the other hand... had complicated feelings. He was afraid to be in the middle of so many people again. The last time he tried that lifestyle, everything came crashing down. He was the most unsure out of the three.
A few hours had passed without the three uttering a single word. G was getting worried about… his friend. At least, that’s what G thought he saw him as. Ever since they reunited, something was brewing inside of him. Something very unusual for G. He looked at Array and wanted to break the silence.
Hey.
Hey.
So... Array?
Yes, G?
I was thinking...
What do you plan on doing after we save the day?
Hm... you know?
I never really thought of that.
I am used to living in the “now”, rather than the “future”.
Hm... I see.
Yeah, sorry if the answer was a bit vague.
No, no, I understand perfectly.
It’s just...
* holds his left arm *
I was thinking about... us.
“Us”?
* looks away in embarrassment *
Y- yeah... us.
I know it might be a bit stupid to think so far ahead but... it’s just been in my mind for a bit.
Hm... I’m not sure, G.
* holds his hat from embarrassment *
I never thought you would ask such a thing.
Maybe... just maybe we could-
Hold on.
G notices a place in the distance and squints his eyes to focus on it. It wasn’t Town Mercia but it was somewhere he has been to before. Both G and Array did, in fact. At first, G thought his eyes were playing tricks on him but after a while, he realized it was the real deal. That temple was unmistakable.
I-Is that-
Yup.
We have arrived at Village Low.
G and Array couldn’t help but be in awe. It was right there. The last place they had fun together before everything went for the worst. It was a bizarre experience.
Woah...
It seems like a lifetime ago, doesn’t it?
Sure does.
The two decided to check inside the village without saying a single thing. It was abandoned, much like Town Unda. Except there weren’t mushrooms everywhere. Array picked up PotaTeo and wanted to show him what was around them too.
Temple Tutsu was standing strong as ever. It was essentially the only thing that remained unchanged since they last came here.
After walking a bit, they noticed a big hole next to one of the houses. It looked like something crash landed on here with force.
How strange...
* looks at the houses around them *
There aren’t any crystal knights around here.
Nor people.
Yeah...
Well, maybe they haven't come here yet.
Perhaps but it feels strange.
* crouches and puts his hand on the ground *
You would think there would have been villagers greeting us like last time.
But there is... no one.
That you know of.
The trio went to their fighting stance in panic. The mysterious voice scared them more than they would have liked to admit. They looked around and saw a figure standing next to a nearby house, being obscured by the house’s shadow.
S-show yourself!
Relax, kids.
It’s just me.
The figure walks out of the shadows to reveal...
W-what...
* drops his hammer in shock *
Mr. Carlos?!
Precisely.
* chuckles *
Hello there, G and Array.
The two were shocked to see Carlos of all people again. They didn’t know how to react, especially Array. Due to his... troubling past with Carlos.
* waves at Carlos *
H-hi Mr. Carlos.
...hello, Array.
I-I’m sorry for what went down that day, Mr. Carlos.
I was just... a stupid dumb kid.
A stupid dumb kid who thought stealing from a village with nice people was a good idea!
So... I would like to apologize for everything that happened that day.
Hm... didn’t expect you to apologize this quickly.
* looks at the ground *
It seems a bit half-hearted though.
* shrugs *
Not that I mind.
PotaTeo didn’t understand what was going on but decided to roll with it for now.
I… see.
Oh yeah, speaking of... what are you doing here?
* points around him *
And where is everyone?
Can’t I just stay at my home village even when the apocalypse is happening?
Um... yeah, you could.
* looks away in shame *
Sorry.
Hm...
Carlos raises his hand and tells them to follow him.
Come now children, there’s much to discuss.
Meanwhile, a dark force was haunting the nearby forest. And by “dark”, they meant the red kind. After wasting a lot of his energy on the battle with the Crystal Queen, he has been desperately looking for another power source. When he escaped from the Rascals and Team Bushra, he could only sustain his need for power by taking the life source of every creature he encountered. He even turned some of them into his beasts as a bonus. But now? He was running out of energy to harvest. So, he had to try his chance at another temple, this time being the temple to connect them all; Temple Tutsu!
So... where are we going exactly?
Patience, young man.
* sighs *
Okay...
* lightly taps Array’s shoulder *
You doing okay, thunder boy?
Something in your mind?
I’m not entirely sure.
* looks at Carlos *
I just feel like he’s... angry at me?
Perhaps he’s hiding something from us?
I really don’t know.
* sighs again *
I just want to make amends with him... somehow.
I get that, Array.
Just... give it time maybe?
* looks over to PotaTeo *
You said the same to me, remember?
Yeah, you are right.
The two smiled at each other and then looked over to Carlos.
So uh...
* pretends to act like nothing happened *
Can we at least ask some questions on our way there?
Sure thing.
So... where is everyone?
When we learned the news of the Crystal Queen, everyone evacuated the village... except me.
How come?
* looks at Array with an angry expression *
I already told you, didn’t I?
Yes, you did but that doesn’t excuse you from-
Array notices G telling him to shush for now.
I mean… sorry, please go on.
Hmpf.
* hits the ground with his cane *
Like I said, not one crystal knight can take me away from my birthplace!
* looks at the two *
Is that understood?
Array wanted to respond to him so badly but G wanted him to keep calm. Without getting a response, Carlos continued showing them the way. Array started to feel even worse about the situation and looked at his gauntlet in shame. He looked at G and whispered.
Yeah, I don’t think he likes me very much.
* whispers back *
Yeah, I can tell.
It’s not nice to talk behind an old man’s back, little ones.
Shoot-
S-sorry!
Carlos didn’t pay attention to their apology and instead, looked at their potato friend.
Hm... so you must be PotaTeo, huh?
* gives him a thumbs up *
You seem like a nice kid.
Wait... how do you know about him?
I will explain in due time.
But right now, I’m talking with your potato friend.
* turns his back *
If you mind.
Array couldn’t take this treatment anymore. He crossed his arms and started walking in the opposite direction. G held Array’s hand to stop him.
H-hey, where are you going Array?
Don’t go!
And stay more time with this douche?
No, thanks!
Please!
Screw wanting to make amends with him!
* raises his hands *
He clearly hates me!
* silently points at Carlos *
Just look at his smug attitude!
He’s just like everyone else!
At least... stay for us!
Array was hesitant but knew he didn’t want to back away from G and their relationship. Not when they were this close.
* sighs *
Yeah, you are right... again.
I’m sorry for losing my cool like that, G.
I-It’s okay, I will make sure he doesn’t act like that towards you ever again.
* smiles *
Thanks, bun bun.
* holds his hand *
Anything for you, thunder boy.
The two caught up with Carlos and PotaTeo. It seemed like they didn’t even notice their absence.
...hm, I see.
I’m sure your friends will get you to your father soon.
* looks back at the two *
So... you two ready?
Ready?
For what?
Carlos stops in front of a house, presumably owned by Carlos himself. Carlos opens the door and tells them to follow behind him. Once they entered the house, they saw someone with a patient outfit lying down on a bed with a bunch of electronics wired onto him... G couldn’t believe it.
Is that...
SARPO?!
Ssshh!
Carlos hits G’s head with his cane.
OW!
* holding his head *
What was that for?!
You are going to disturb him in his “sleep”.
* sighs *
Just keep quiet.
O-Okay!
The four of them sit down on the chairs and look at the heavily injured Sarpo. There was blood all over his shirt and cybernetics.
I-I can’t believe this!
What happened to him?!
I am not sure either.
So... is this Sarpo?
* gives him a thumbs up *
Ooh... alright.
* squints his eyes *
I thought he would have looked differently.
Dunno why though.
G was still mumbling to himself like a crazy person.
How, where, why-
Carlos prepares to hit him again with the cane and G suddenly zips his mouth shut. He didn’t want to get hit by an old man again... not in front of Array too, no less.
It all started a week ago.
I was alone in the village, minding my business until I heard the sound of something crash landing nearby!
I rushed in to see what was up only to find... my old intern.
But that makes no sense...
* points at the window *
He was supposed to be an inside agent in the Crystal Kingdom with Ms. Meow… unless…
Oh dear...
He must have escaped somehow... but why for?
* looks at Carlos *
Also wait.
“Intern”? So does that mean...
Yes, G.
I was once MPC’s leader.
G does a shocked face while Array and PotaTeo didn’t understand what the big deal was.
That was before I retired anyways.
Wait, so did you retire before we showed up here?
I’m so lost...
Yes, I figured my time on the battlefield was no longer needed.
* looks at Sarpo and sighs *
So I gave the role to my number 1 student, only for him to end up looking like... this.
No one dared saying a word when Carlos was grieving. He looked like he really regretted his choice.
I gave him the burden of an entire organization at such a young age.
And before I knew it, the Travelers left MPC for good.
* picks up his robotic arm *
Including the one he cared about the most.
I’m... really sorry to hear that, Mr. Carlos.
Yeah.
* stands up *
Even though things went south with the original MPC...
* looks at PotaTeo *
Me, Teo and so many others are continuing the legacy!
* raises his eyebrow *
You?
Continue the legacy?
Since when?
S-since we took down Xtress.
(I thought that was widely known at this point.)
Xtress... right.
* chuckles *
Peh.
The all powerful, ancient sorcerer.
Yeah, that’s the guy.
Ever since then, we have been proud members of MPC2!
I’m sorry, what did you just say?
…MPC2?
That’s a horrible name, who decided to name it that?
G nervously pointed at the man lying on the bed.
...oh, that explains it.
* giggles in pity *
I always told him he was terrible at naming things.
Heh...
G didn’t really know what to respond with. The man who was once the leader of the greatest organization on the planet was now on the verge of crying. Array wanted to comfort him to the best of his ability.
I’m so sorry, Mr. Carlos.
We will help you to the best of our ability.
I appreciate the thoughts, kids.
I really do.
* cleans his eyes *
I have been trying to heal him for the past week and even though there’s progress, he still hasn’t woken up.
He has been repeating you guys’ names for a few days now.
* looks at PotaTeo *
Hence how I know of your name.
Woah... fascinating.
But... why?
Pardon?
You said you didn’t want to leave your birthplace but you left the village while I was held captive!
Hm... funny you mentioned that.
* stands up *
I left the village because Hood’s dastardly hoodsters were looking for me!
I couldn’t risk anyone’s lives.
But you could have told them!
I thought if I left without a trace, the hoodsters wouldn’t bother with this place!
Turns out...
* sighs *
I was wrong.
It’s fine to make mistakes, sir.
Believe me, I-
Array puts his hands on Carlos’ shoulders to comfort him, only for Carlos to swat him away.
Don’t. Touch. Me.
...sorry.
Hey, can you stop acting all mean towards him?
Eh?
You say you don’t hold grudges but you still keep acting like a jerk towards Array!
It’s like you see him as a mistake!
THAT’S BECAUSE HE IS!
WHAT?!
* gets up *
Okay mister, I have been trying to act nice to you since we arrived here but that does it!
I know what I did was wrong but why are you still acting this way to me?!
Don’t you see?
* points at the gauntlet *
I could have just let the townsfolk take their revenge on you but instead, I proposed a short jail time!
* grinds his teeth *
But instead of thanking me, you put on this… prohibited tech on your hand and joined the hoodsters!
I-
Hold on a second!
How do you know that?!
Because I saw him on a mission, genociding a whole town with other hoodsters!
* looks at Array *
Isn’t that right?!
Array couldn’t say anything. Carlos was right about all of those things. All the times he tried to suppress his memories had finally come to bite him. Array couldn’t help but let out his frustrations.
Fine, maybe I DID do all of those things!
* looks at his friends *
But I have changed for the better!
How can we be so sure you are not gonna betray your so-called “friends”?
Or heck, join Hood’s side again?
Well, what if he didn’t!
You can’t know that!
Please try to understand my concerns as well!
I do... I just...
* covers his face *
I don’t want to be reminded of my past anymore...
Array couldn’t help but break into tears. Both G and Carlos looked at each other with frustration.
Look at what you did!
You are not a wise guy at all!
I thought you were a more caring person!
You say I’m not one?!
You should be questioning your own morality, hanging out with this traitor!
PotaTeo was trying to comfort Array while the argument was getting more and more heated.
Like Array said, he has changed since then but you don’t know because you can’t move on!
He and all those hoodsters killed so many innocent people regardless if they wanted it or not!
I can’t just brush that aside!
Well...
* points at Carlos *
You are just a big jerk!
And you are just an irresponsible kid!
P…please...
Everyone suddenly stopped making a sound and all looked at the bed. Sarpo was talking in his “sleep” again.
Please… stop...
Cloe... I’m sorry...
And then, Sarpo stopped. Carlos quickly checked up if his heart was still beating or not and thankfully, it was. He took a deep breath and looked at the three kids in front of him.
I... would like to apologize.
I went a bit too far there.
G and Array were both surprised by this. They were expecting something passive aggressive from him instead.
You... alright, Mr. Carlos?
No... I’m not.
* slams his fist to the table *
Everything was just so overwhelming for a split second, I didn’t act rationally.
Sir…
Don’t try to talk me out of it.
I know my mistake-
Mr. Carlos.
Everyone looked at Array in unison.
I will just tell you this one more time.
* takes a breath *
I really am sorry for all my bad actions in the past.
I just wanted to be happy... just like the rest of you but I picked the wrong way to do it.
* holds G’s hand *
But ever since I saw G again, I felt... complete.
I felt like myself again and stopped doing those awful things.
He put me back on the right path.
Carlos smiled.
So please...
* reaches out his hand *
Can we have a new fresh start?
Hm...
Carlos looks around his house. It had been such a long time since he welcomed these two in here... Even though he didn’t want to believe it, the kid seemed... genuine. He sighed and looked at Array in the eyes.
Of course...
* shakes his hand *
I apologize for my tantrum as well, things have been... tough since I left my MPC duties.
It’s fine, sir.
Sarpo took good care of the whole organization in your absence.
* points at himself *
Heck, if it weren’t for him, I wouldn’t be here right now.
* chuckles *
Yeah... you might be right.
Suddenly, they all heard sounds of destruction outside. G readied his hammer and left the house. He looked around to see what was causing mayhem, his jaw dropped when he realized who was behind it.
It was Xtress, trying to absorb the temple’s powers for himself with a few mutant beasts around him. The beasts were quick to notice G's presence.
THE REPTILE!
ACK!
WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE?!
I could ask the same to you, punk!
G?!
What’s going on, what are you-
Array also notices Xtress and screams like a little girl in response.
EEK!
OH GREAT, THE OTHER ONE IS HERE TOO...
Xtress looked at his army and pointed at the two worried teenage boys.
ATTACK!
SHOW THEM NO MERCY!
As a response, G and Array went to their fight stances. It was showtime.
Are you ready for this?
Only always!
* spit to the ground *
Let’s do it!
You said it!
Xtress sent out a group of mutants to take down the two and they jumped away from the group to avoid their charge attack.
Too predictable.
* blocks an oncoming attack *
Hey, let’s not get cocky now-
* chuckles *
Yeah, yeah, you are right.
Xtress was getting frustrated with the two all over again. He wasn’t going to allow them to beat him again.
Behind you!
* punches a beast at the last second *
Thanks, G!
No problemo!
But surprising both of them, fighting against these mutants was surprisingly easier than they thought. Their attacks were synchronized to the point that they covered each others’ blind spots. Their bond was something special.
* hits the last beast with his hammer *
BOOYAH!
We did it!
GRRRR-
What on Perdiah is going on here?!
Carlos looks around with PotaTeo and sees Xtress.
You?!
Calm down, Mr. Carlos!
We can handle him if we play our cards right!
HANDLE ME?
Xtress stomps on the ground as a small earthquake happens under them.
YOU ARE BENEATH ME.
G sent a whirlwind at Xtress but he disappeared and then appeared in front of it.
Shoot.
I got this!
Array jumps in the sky and hits the ground really hard to trip Xtress. Unfortunately for Array, Xtress was prepared for it. He teleported like always. However, Xtress knew he could only pull that move over and over again for so long. He appeared behind Array and slapped him to the side.
ARRAY!
HAHAHAHAHA!
Suddenly, Xtress got hit on the face by none other than his son, PotaTeo.
UGH!
* holds his face *
WHO DID THAT?!
Xtress looked around for who was responsible and saw PotaTeo beckoning him.
YOU WRETCHED FAILURE!
I WILL MAKE YOU PAY FOR BETRAYING ME!
Array!
* helps him get up *
Are you okay?!
Y- yeah.
* holding his head *
I will be fine.
Array notices PotaTeo fighting against Xtress, 1v1 style. He was putting up a great fight against the almighty sorcerer.
Woah.
WOO!
You go, Teo!
Xtress was starting to lose himself. He knew they were tired but so was he. He had to do something drastic. Maybe if he could lend himself a vessel for a bit...
Xtress raised his right hand and pointed it towards PotaTeo. G and Carlos didn’t know what was going on but Array knew. He saw PotaTeo’s colors changing to a shade of red. He couldn’t allow this happen. He started running towards Xtress and PotaTeo, much to G’s shock.
Array?!
What are you doing?!
Array looked back at G one more time in sadness before jumping in front of PotaTeo and making him wear the necklace instead.
Suddenly, a bright red light covered the whole village. When PotaTeo opened his eyes, he realized he was perfectly fine. But the body lying in front of him was different... something evil was now inhabiting it.
WELL… THIS WASN’T THE VESSEL I WAS EXPECTING TO USE...
* chuckles *
BUT I WON’T COMPLAIN!
G and Carlos were shocked. They couldn’t believe what they were seeing. G’s worst nightmares have come true.
Xrray slapped PotaTeo towards the two and continued absorbing the temple’s powers, knowing fully well that they won’t be able to hurt him now.
You...
* summons his hammer *
YOU GIVE ARRAY BACK!
G rushed in to help Array but Xtress was anticipating his emotional outburst.
PATHETIC...
As G was about to hit him, Xrray hit him on the chest with the gauntlet, launching him to the air.
CAN’T LET YOU DO THAT AGAIN, REPTILE!
As G was falling to the ground, he couldn’t feel anything. He was hurt physically, yes but he was hurt more emotionally because he never got to tell him about his feelings...
Thankfully, PotaTeo caught him just in time. He was struggling to breathe.
G?!
* checking his heart rates *
Are you alright, boy?
Array...
Carlos looked at Xrray with fear. They have lost... but G wasn’t satisfied.
N-no...
G tried getting up and summoned back his hammer. He wasn’t going to back down now.
G… don’t do this!
You are going to get yourself killed if you keep pushing yourself like this!
I know.
* cracks his knuckles *
But it’s worth it... for him.
G readied his hammer and looked at Xrray with anger.
I will take down Xtress and save Array.
Even if I die trying!
* points at Carlos *
You go take care of Sarpo!
* sighs *
Understood.
Good luck.
Thank you.
* looks at PotaTeo *
Teo, I need you for something.
Will you help me?
PotaTeo gave him a thumbs up and G responded with a smile. They were teaming up again, just like the olden days. G spins his hammer around like never before and sends a giant whirlwind towards Xrray.
WHAT-
Xrray didn’t realize it until the last second and partially blocked G’s attack, causing him to get launched away from the temple.
IMPOSSIBLE!
YOU ARE NOT SUPPOSED TO HURT ARRAY!
* points at G *
YOU… CAN’T HURT ARRAY!
YOU LOVE HIM!
...I do.
* spits to the ground *
And I’m going to save him because of that same love.
GRRR!
Xrray sends a fireball towards G but PotaTeo blocks it with his body at the last second.
YOU STUPID POTATO!
He sends another one towards G and this time, he spins around his hammer and redirects the fireball towards Xrray. He blocks it with his gauntlet only to realize this was a trap.
Suddenly, Xrray felt his hands being held by something, only to find out it was PotaTeo holding him in place.
W-WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!
Xrray tried teleporting but he didn’t absorb enough energy to do so.
NO, NO!
I WON’T GO DOWN LIKE THIS!
He saw G rushing towards him with his hammer at hand and prepared for a devastating blow.
But G refused to do so. Xrray smiled, G was still weak as before.
PFFT! PATHETIC!
EVEN WHEN YOU ARE AT AN ADVANTEGOUS POSITION, YOU CAN’T DO IT!
I know...
* smiles *
But I know I can reach him!
G sits down with his legs crossed and hugs Xrray, much to his surprise.
WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!
LET ME GO!
I know you are in there, Array...
Please, you can do this!
I WON’T GO DOWN LIKE THIS!
* tries to attack the two *
I WON’T...
I…
STOP IT NOW!
I LOVE YOU!
Suddenly, his eyes and body turned back to normal as a ghostly spirit left his body. G knew from last time that this wasn’t going to be their last encounter. PotaTeo let him go afterwards and hopped next to G. G was looking at Array’s unconscious body with fear in his eyes.
A-Array?
* shakes his body *
Oh please...
No response.
Array, please!
* hugs him *
Not again... not like this, please!
Hngrh...
* opens his eyes *
G?
ARRAY?!
G looked at Array in happiness. He was relieved beyond belief.
Thank goodness, you are okay.
* smiles *
I knew you would win against him, thunder boy!
He he, yeah!
I have some experience with “possessions” after all.
* coughs *
Say, what did you mean by-
But then, it happened. It was all so sudden that Array couldn’t process what was happening. G... kissed him on the lips? It happened, just like that. Array couldn’t believe what was happening. Was he still in a dream? Or something worse... a nightmare? Right now though, he could care less.
I-I don’t understand!
I-I thought-
…that I didn’t love you?
Silly thunder boy, of course I loved you!
* holds his hand *
From the very start, even.
I-I can’t believe this is actually happening.
Are we-
Yes, Array.
* holds his face *
We are together now.
And that’s all that matters.
G noticed Array’s eyes sparkling from happiness. He was waiting for this day his whole life. After a bit of smooching, they heard a few folks quietly clapping behind them. Carlos and PotaTeo were there of course but there was someone else standing next to them, Sarpo.
Sarpo?!
Congrats, G.
I’m so proud of you.
* looks at Carlos *
And thank you so much for taking care of me, master.
I owe you so much.
Please don’t mention it, kiddo.
* shakes his hand *
Please tell Cloe I said “hi” if you talk to her again, alright.
* sighs *
Will do.
G and Array, while holding hands, rushed in to greet Sarpo. It was so surreal seeing him here.
Heya G, Teo and...
It’s Array, Mr...?
Fields.
Sarpo Fields.
The four of them hugged and looked at the lone Carlos watching them.
I’m not usually part of group hugs.
So please don’t mind me.
* chuckles *
If you say so, master.
And so, an unbreakable love was formed and an old ally was found. Even though the group knew they had to face evil forces like Xtress, Hood and Maizie again, they were grateful to have each other in these trying times.
A few hours later;
While the trio were preparing to leave the village for good, Sarpo wanted to have a talk with his old master.
Sir?
Huh?
Can I have a moment of your time?
O-of course, Sarpo.
* sits down *
What is it?
I don’t remember what happened in the past few days.
The last thing I could recall was flying away from the castle.
* sighs *
So tell me, did... Did Cloe also escape?
Carlos sighed and shook his head in disapproval. Sarpo looked at the ground with a sad expression.
I... see.
I just wanted to know.
It’s fine, kid.
I know how much she means to you.
I’m sure you can save her soon.
I wish I was as positive as you are, sir.
Sarpo looked at the trio packing up their stuff and then quickly looked back at Carlos again.
But yeah...
As much as I would love to stay with you, master… we need to get a move on.
Who knows what evil woman did to our world while I was unconscious-
I understand.
But sir, you didn’t let me finish.
Oh?
I was going to ask you for another thing...
Can you... come with us?
We might need your intellect against the tough battle ahead of us.
I’m sorry Sarpo, I respect you wholeheartedly but no.
* points around the village *
My place is here.
I need to start rebuilding this place to protect our legacy.
B-but-
And you didn’t let me finish either, lad.
... you are right, I’m sorry.
All good.
As I was saying, I will be fine, don’t you worry.
* chuckles *
No amount of Crystal Knights can take care of your old man.
Hm...
If that’s what you decided on... I can’t talk you out of it, sir.
* smiles *
I have spent enough time as your protégé to know that.
* smiles back *
I appreciate the sentiment.
* points at the trio *
Now... get a move on with your friends.
You need to stop this madness before it’s too late.
We will... (hopefully.)
Even though Sarpo didn’t like his thought process, he still respected his old master’s choice nonetheless.
And so, the newfound quartet waved goodbye at Carlos as they slowly left the remains of the village. They were now on their way to find their other friends and finally stop the Crystal Queen once and for all!
A few nights before the trio arrived at Village Low...
It was a rather peaceful night. Cloe was looking outside from her room’s balcony. She spent way more just by herself ever since they stopped hearing from Terry and Lydia. But most importantly, she had been thinking about... him.
A few days ago, Maizie told her that Sarpo died from their battle. And even if he escaped, he would have died regardless. Maizie also told her to not worry about it. She referred to him as “dead weight”. If they found Unit SRP... there wouldn’t be any need for Sarpo anymore... but then, why did she feel this way? The Queen wasn’t doing the best but she was still overjoyed after telling Cloe the news.
But deep down, Cloe didn’t believe that. Somehow, she felt that he was alive. But regardless of the circumstances, Cloe missed the love of her life so much. Even though they betrayed their queen; a part of her wished he was also here with her, crystallized or not.
She noticed a shooting star in the night sky and wished:
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