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Friday, September 11, 2015

Macushla Volume 3--Chapter 2

This is the second chapter of Macushla volume 3, where Roxanne goes the same thing Cass goes through: Forming a team, an alliance. Meanwhile, Genjo questions himself of purpose and embarks on a journey but he becomes a hero without any powers. Please enjoy reading and leave a comment on my blog. Your views are what matters most to me and I appreciate it. Thank you! --KatDon

Chapter 2: Journey to the One You Love

For Irisha, she came from a good family. Her mother Emma and her father Henry always loved her very much. However, Irisha was an only child but she was a good girl and comes off as perfect; even though she isn't. She was a chastizing young lady who never interacted with boys but she hasn't found anyone interested to her. Though Irisha is happy to be herself but people always persuaded her to go to house parties and get wasted. But Irisha was not like most people, which makes her different from the rest and likes herself the way she is. She also loves to go swimming but her mother was concerned about the stormy weather around where they lived. She also heard that a hurricane is coming here possibly. After swimming for hours; it was time to get out and Irisha looked at the pool with a faint smile, strangely bidding it a farewell. While changing in the bathroom; Irisha couldn't help but noticed in the mirror on how much of a woman she's growing up to be but fails to see the beauty but only sees a girl with a thin body and proper amples that weren't too big or two small. She then changed into cozy clothes of pants and a T-shirt. She doesn't dress in tank tops, shorts, or skirts....Unless she's out somewhere. When it all comes down to it, she struggles of being different and wanting people to love her just as she is. It was her first day of summer and she was happy to get away from those people at school--Irisha deals with pressure from peers and she couldn't understand why life was so confusing. There's many stories about the unknown, questions of why are people and what comes next in their chapter of their lives. What is their connections and purposes. But Irisha likes how she can see rainbows after a storm, rainbows are so beautiful though they don't endure struggles and conflict people go through. Some folks might look at a rainbow as a vision of color--How it represents a symbol of faith or hope. Over in their place, there's one thing for sure: In this world they all lived in; everybody was a child once. Sometimes people don't think like a grown up nor they don't act like a child but are in that spot of fine, yet clean and unspoiled in the world that makes them all forget! However, it's faith and superstition that is man-made but it is being an illusion nevertheless it can affect people in a magical way almost. The same way that hope is something that can only exist if believed and it can elevate people to do great things as it's true magic! Everyone wants to believe in things greater than itself, others ponders over implications as the sky above has been the center of myths and beliefs that involved in star-wishing, horoscopes, and stories about constellations. There's a connection Irisha has between reality and dreams, she wished that the two to match up even if it seems unlikely that they can. And she hasn't found that connection of actuality in her situation and the hope behind her aspirations, even remaining optimistic as one day that dreams and reality will become the same in one world. Irisha is a dreamer, not a lover and she's something else! She wants adventure while escaping from those that brought pressure upon her for not being like the other girls. Where she's not judged and one day, she'll find people who will be kind to her. She will be loved for who she is just as she loves herself for being her. Irisha's parents knew their daughter wasn't happy with school in the last two years and the previous two was OK--It changed when she move to higher grades. She heard about a land which was in the west and longs to go there one day if she can. In the meantime; loud noises of a storm with thunder and lightning. The captain showed up and called out, "SAGON!!!" On cue, a young teen boy and his puppy approached. The boy was Sagon. Sagon has violet eyes and spiky hair with lightness to it. He saluted his captain, "Yes sir!" He said over the stormy weather of the sea. "What do you need, Captain?" The captain nodded with a smile, "Good, you're here my boy." He said. Then, he gestured over to the crew, "Give them a pep talk and make it fast or we'll crashed. Go! Now!" He instructed. Then, the captain hurried away. Sagon went over and gave the instructions to the other sailors. Moments later; Sagon and the sailors were hard at work. "That's it, guys! Come on, take in the upper sail! Take the storm by the reins!" Sagon called out to them, they were getting wet and drenched with water spraying everywhere from the storm. Other mates came out, "Sagon! Where in the hell is the captain? Why is he making these men work?" One of them called out. "You there, stay below deck! Get away from here!" Sagon commanded. The mates didn't pay no heed, "WHERE. IS. THE CAPTAIN?" The mate shouted. "He's busy right now! You guys need to listen when he gives out orders, get back to the cabins! You're not helping us, right now." Sagon shouted. The other mates heed the words and left but things went downhill from here, no matter how hard they try--They were gonna crash! "IT'S NO USE MEN!" One of the sailors screamed, "WE'RE DONE FOR, PRAY FOR YOUR LIVES--WE'RE GOING DOWN!" Everything was a blur, the ship crashed and the next thing happened was Sagon woke up with incisions however he was alive. His puppy, Wiley, survived too but the rest of the crew are dead. Sagon was emotionally distraught, so he gave them a proper funeral for the mates and the captain. With Wiley in his arms; he said: "Well....Looks like it's just you and me, boy." Wiley wagged his tail, he barked and whimpered a little and Sagon grimaced of the pain while he walked away. In the meantime, Irisha woke up and decided to take a walk to a hill. While on her walk; she comes across a boy, Sagon, and his dog Wiley where they were lying on the grass and looking up at the blue sky. But Sagon said, "There's a storm coming, it's going to sweep things in its path." Irisha looked up and saw that the beautiful sky's yonder blue was now a dark purple. When Irisha turned back to the boy, she saw that he was already gone! So she decides to head back. As she walked back; Irisha looked up and saw that the hurricane while she was determined to get home soon. She regrets on going on this walk, it was a bad idea and she wish she stayed home. She wished that it passed or wash away like rain. But it was getting closer and nothing could stop it. She hopes she won't blow away as she saw in horror of every debris, every part crumbling and it was blowing harder and harder. Irisha managed to dodge every flying object and nearly went flying, it was so strong but she made it back home safe. However, she was horrified to discover that her house has been capsized and she managed to get in the house where she found that her parents were nowhere in sight. Irisha begin to panic a little bit, she cried; fearing that her parents could be dead. The next minute afterwards, Poor Irisha was sitting near the mailbox, thinking about if her parents possibly got caught in the storm and possibly died but she didn't want to jump to conclusions. Then, she felt a shadow upon her and saw Sagon with his dog, Wiley. "What are you doing here?" Irisha asked. "I came to help you, I also want to tell you that your family is safe." replied Sagon. Irisha's gasp got caught in her throat, "You do? Where are they?" She asked. "The Good Sorceress Fleur knows and she might be able to help us." explained Sagon. Here this was to be another day, an ordinary day until this boy came along as he will inspire her to look for majestic beauty that others wouldn't see and find them mundane. Sagon stretch his hand out, "Come with me, take my hand." He said. Irisha was hesitant at first but she knew that this boy would help her. Maybe help her to be in control of her own destiny. She took Sagon's hand, and they were off. But first before they had to go West, they stopped by Sagon's apartment where they meet two of his roommates, Gryphon and Aurick. Irisha was shy at first however she bonded fast with these guys as they stayed up late because of no power, they played spin the bottle and laugh and joking around while drinking root beer. Irisha hardly spoke for she felt excited and glanced at Sagon, admiring how beautiful and confidence he was but he probably wasn't so down-to-earth. Summer was all in full bloom, where Irisha found a place of belonging with friends that care about her. And don't judge of what she is not. The next day, when the storm was over; Irisha and her new friends stumble upon a village where the friendliest creatures of dwarves, fairies, elves, gnomes, pixies, leprechauns, and mermaids. Then, the Good Sorceress name Fleur appeared! Fleur has blonde hair so wavy with curls, she wore a tiara on her head, but her dress was something else. Her dress was ice blue, pearlized with petals covering the skirt as the bodice and skirt are decorated with sequins, it was off the shoulder with a heart shaped outline to the top. The gown looked like it was made of bubbles, like somebody took them out of bathwater and sewn them together so they won't pop. Fleur gives Irisha a pair of magic shoes called Seven League shoes to give her guidance. That's when Irisha remembered what Sagon said as she asked Fleur about the whereabouts of her parents. Fleur assured her that they were safe however they are hidden in a shelter because of all the monsters, the ones called Wendigos. As if on cue, they appeared as they terrify the residents into hiding as Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick were horrified to see them. Wiley barked at the creatures, which they look hideous with their horned wings, claws, and fangs so sharp. They snarled and Irisha shivered a little. The beasts demanded the magic shoes Seven League shoes, however Fleur spoke out: "It's too late, they are here and they will stay." She gestured that the shoes were now on Irisha's feet. Irisha was shocked, Sagon put an arm around her and pulled her close in a protective way while glaring at the monsters, who demanded for the Seven League shoes. But Fleur laughs, "You have no power over here you beasts, now be gone or I'll plunged a wooden stake in your hearts." She sneered at them. The Wendigos winced so they decide to accept defeat for now but cursed Irisha by the fact that many enemies will come for her. Some would kidnap her and held her in prison while others would try to kill her, or use her for lustful desires so she must keep her head down, watch her back and stand her ground: "We''ll get you, sweet blood--AND YOUR MEDDLING FRIENDS TOO!" They growled, they laughed and disappeared into smoke. Once they were gone; Irisha and her friends were told to go where the wizard Maugris resides! So; Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, Aurick, and Sirius headed to the west! While getting to their destination; Irisha ran over and noticed that she saw a woman, who offered her hand and she took her hand, and before she knew it, Irisha was flying. The woman, still holding her hand, began flying away from the window, and so did. After days of traveling; Irisha, Sagon, Sirius, Gryphon, and Aurick finally arrived in the west! "I can't believe it, we made it!" Irisha breathed. "So this is the west." replied Gryphon. "It's so huge!" Sagon said. "And it's all green." Aurick added. Wiley barked in agreement. Irisha was so thrilled, "I've always wanted to come here." She said. It was going to be one, short day in a beautiful world. There was so much to do and to think Irisha & her friends could see the exquisite as they will stop by and see before the day is over. There was buildings tall as trees, wondrous things that Irisha and the gang has ever seen! Places are looked at such as salons, libraries, museums, and skyscrapers were a hundred or more times taller, stronger. Irisha believed she found the place she belongs, perhaps she wants to be here for good when she comes back someday too. She'll make her own decision however today she and her friends are going to enjoy this special day. People were talking about how powerful and wonderful the wizard Maestro Lattantio was. But they also talked about the evil sorceress name Shoshana. They fear for Shoshana as they pray to save them from the claws of Shoshana and the Wendigos. Just then, Fleur appeared as she said: "Fellow citizens; as horrifying as this may be, let us put this aside and celebrate. For this one day, of course! What a celebration we'll have today, let us have a celebration and finally away from the wicked because we couldn't be happier. Right here, look at what we got.." She seemed strangely bubbly! Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick were confused by this. Wiley whimpered in Sagon's arms however Sagon pet his puppy as a way to comfort them. There was talks of Fleur: Some say she comes by and lets the citizens she's arrived by letting out a screech as she comes out from hiding. Others say she has extra eyes that are always kept awake, her skin could shed so easily like a snake, and her skin is so unclean. Finally away from the gossiping townspeople; The gang found Maestro's palace and Irisha knocks on it. Then, the cranky gatekeeper peered over from his watchtower and called out, "What do you want?!" Irisha and the others were taken aback by the gatekeeper however Irisha spoke up, "We, um, we came to see the Great Wizard Maestro Lattantio--Have you seen him?" The gatekeeper snorted, "Have I seen him? Hell, I've been here all day so NO!!!!! I haven't seen the great and powerful Maestro!!!! GO AWAY!!!" Irisha was hurt, Sagon hated seeing his friend so upset and he turned to the gatekeeper with a glare: "Listen pal, you didn't have to shout at her! Apologize to her! She has the shoes of Seven League!" The gatekeeper glanced at him twice, "What'cha say?" He said loudly. The gatekeeper climbed down from the ladder of his tower and took a look at the shoes on Irisha's feet. All of a sudden; the gatekeeper's crankiness evaporated and changed to a new mood. He smiled nervously, "Well! Ain't that a horse of a different color!" He rushed back to the tower and opened the gate as he said, "Come in! Come, come, come!" Irisha and the gang were happy to hear this so they went in. They entered the palace where they meet a man in robes and older with a white beard. "Who are you to meet the Great and Powerful Maestro?" He said. Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick introduced themselves. Then, Irisha spoke of her situation so Maestro provided them with information to defeat Shoshana. Maestro told them that they must use the holy water, it is the one way to get rid of her for good. Irisha asked, "Where do we get holy water from?" Fleur told the gang that the only way to defeat Shoshana is by purifying her with holy water, she gives Irisha a vial of holy water. Irisha and her friends were sent on her way until the Wendigos came as they kidnapped Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick as they flew off while Irisha and Wiley followed them as they try to sneak in. But they are also kidnapped while brought before the evil sorceress Shoshana. Shoshana was dressed in a long black dress that hid her feet, her hair was frizzy and messy while she was a sight not to look at. Shoshana demands the Seven League shoes but Irisha begs her to release her friends but Shoshana tortures her mentally that her friends are in the dungeon where they are in deadly fights against brain craving zombies, heart eating beasts, and fear mongering monsters! Irisha fell to her knees, horrified by the thought as Shoshana laughs at her despair. "Oh mother, I'm frightened..." Irisha whispered, "I'm frightened mama." Her hand reached to her shorts where she felt the vial and remembered the holy water. Wiley bit Shoshana, distracting her as Irisha sprayed the witch with the holy water! Shoshana screeched in pain, "You cursed wretch, look what you done!" She shouted. She looked disoriented as she cried out and yelled in agony. Irisha was horrified however she and Wiley went to free Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick from their prison. The three of them were unharmed, perhaps scratches here and there but they were OK! Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, Aurick and Sirius escaped after setting Shoshana's castle on fire. They looked around as they didn't see Shoshana anywhere but they knew she escaped. After returning to the valley; Irisha and her friends were honored as friends. Back at Maestro's palace; Sagon was given the stone of Wisdom, Gryphon was given the stone of the Valor, and Fiachra was given the stone of Faith. As promised, Irisha reunited with her family as Fleur spoke to Irisha's parents Henry and Emma about the schools in the West. Irisha made plans to see her friends as she felt like she was home! The wave is pushing them along. Irisha and her friends will always be there for one another, because they should never feel alone because they have each other's back. Irisha knew everything would be OK.

How did all of this happen? Let's turn the page of the story, shall we?


Earlier before.....


Previously; Joel Mufferaw was just an ordinary young man with ambition, he has friends with him and he was a pretty good person to be around. Until one day, things change for him as Joel Mufferaw could sense someone was here! "You guys feel something?" He asked. "Yeah, this feels weird to me." agreed his friend Baz Münchhausen. Another friend by the name of Andoni Beverly was annoyed, "What are you guys getting at?" He demanded. "I can feel it too." remarked a female friend name Evangeline Gabrian. Then, there was a loud sound that went KABOOM! "Yikes! What was that?" exclaimed Joel. "A bomb? An earthquake?" inquired Baz. "This can't be real!" Andoni said. "It came from over there!" Evangeline replied, pointing over to the smoke as a voice said in Joel's mind: "Brave warrior....Board to the rendezvous point in the direction to the South, gather there for it is about to begin." Joel ran past the others as his friends call after him! Joel found a boat and went on it when he stopped to see another ship. There was another boy on the ship who looked like Joel's age! "Huh? Hey, who are you anyway?" asked Joel. "Just in case you're wondering, I was the one who made that Kaboom explosion." replied the boy. Joel nodded, "Figure it was somebody, I could tell it was your power I sensed." He said. "Not bad, they don't call me Mr. Karma for nothing." answered the boy. "Well I don't want mess with ya but you scared the crap out of us! I don't know if I can but you should know to never mess with me or you'll go boom dude!" said the boy. "I'm Joel Mufferaw, what's your name?" introduced Joel. "I'm Omere Stormalong." said the boy. Joel and Omere decides to work together. They traveled on a boat after Omere dropped his boat on an island and the two journeyed on the boat however they stopped when they saw someone near shore with broken remains of his ship. "The boat isn't working....Dammit!" muttered the guy. The guy looked leaned muscular and has dark hair. Joel and Omere stopped the boat as they decided to help him. "Hey, you look like you need help. You all right?" asked Joel. The boy glared at the two as he said, "I don't need any help, I'm fine." Joel was taken aback by his behavior, "Whoa! What's up with this guy? What the hell is his problem?" He thought. Omere calls out, "No need to get all aggressive, my friend, we just notice you might be in trouble. Want to come with us? I'm Omere Stormalong, and this is my new friend Joel Mufferaw." The boy looked at him before he admits with such a display, "Fine. Not like I want to join but I have no other choice either." He remarked, "I'm Toell Ursus." And so, this aggressive fellow came upon the boat and join the other two. They managed to reached their destination where they came across another group of three boys their ages as it seems. Their names are Pepito 'Pepe' Magarac, Gerard Heinz, and Marek Rexton! Same as ever, Joel and the other boys recruited the other guys. That's when the voice from Joel's mind spoke to the others telepathically: "Listen to the sound of my voice, your mission is to protect and serve against the monsters alongside the Chosen One." Once the boys heard this, they set off wherever the journey takes them. For the interval time; Roxanne was driving on an errand and stopped for a bit to get gas however she nearly lost control of her car. That's when she stopped and saw her tires slashed. So she decided to stay somewhere and found a sign that read "STAY THE NIGHT AT FERNHILL MANOR". Roxanne went up to the manor and knocked on the door, "Who's there?" Roxanne heard a woman call out. "I mean no harm really," Roxanne answered. "Sorry to be a bother. My name is Roxanne. Sorry I never mentioned it before. I came to take a room for the night, if the offer's still good." She looked a little concern. "Oh, of course it is, dear," said the woman, answering the door and turning the lights on. "Roxanne. Oh, that's such a pretty name, honey. Well, I'm Mrs. Fernhill. Let's get you situated. You put your name and arrival time in the book there and I'll get you a key. All the boarding rooms are on the second floor, and there's only a couple left." Roxanne was shocked to hear this, "There are others here?" She asked. This was surprising. Not a single car had been in the front lawn when she pulled in. "Oh, yes, Miss Roxanne." Mrs. Fernhill was puttering around in the adjacent room. "There's a few of us here." She came back out with a key in her hand. "Just out of curiosity, what made you come here anyway?" She seemed to brighten as she asked the question, as though relieved that Roxanne would stay after all. "Oh, it's probably just local kids getting kicks," she said. "But I found my vehicle's tires slashed." Mrs. Fernhill stopped suddenly, her face twisted with concern and worry. Then she resumed, as though nothing was wrong. "Nothing to be done for it, I suppose," she said, with a look of sadness. During the tour, Roxanne noticed how huge and big it is. "There's someone else here who has the same powers as you." said Mrs. Fernhill. Roxanne looks at her, "Who is it?" She inquired. Mrs. Fernhill glanced at her and smiled, "You'll meet that person soon." said Mrs. Fernhill. Roxanne was lead by Mrs. Fernhill. She informs her of how she will have a bodyguard. Roxanne was surprised, "I don't need one. I'll be fine." She said. Mrs. Fernhill strictly told her not to argue and accept this request. Roxanne accepts as she was staying for the night at this woman's place. After all, she wants to meet the person who has the same powers as she. While in her room; Roxanne relaxed for a bit when she decided to maybe finds something to eat around here. However while outside of her room, she saw a figure in black detached itself from the shadows of the trees and made its way to her car. Roxanne jumped up and ran at the window. The figure was tall, and seemed to be wearing a cloak made of night. She saw as its arm extended. In its hand was a long, jagged dagger. It dragged the dagger across the side of her, leaving a long gash-mark in the paint of the wall. "Hey!" she shouted. The figure kept dragging the dagger. She reached for the window to open it. It wouldn't budge! She looked for a lock, but couldn't see one. "Hey!" she yelled again. This time the figure raised its head. She could see the glint of two eyes under the hood. The figure raised the dagger, slowly, determinedly. It pointed it straight at her face. She leaped away from the window and ran for the door. A noise on the other side stopped her. Footsteps. Dragging, shambling footsteps. And crying. The sound of a person for whom deep, longing sadness is a way of life. She waited. Somehow, she just felt that she should let the old man pass before she opened the door. Before he got very far, however, she heard other footsteps, these much quicker and lighter, run up the stairs and stop near the door of her room. She opened it as she saw someone with a sharp object and chased Roxanne, who ran off in fear until she reached a dead end. But found a door and went through it as the piercing object cut through the door. Roxanne gasped. "Stop it!" hissed Mrs. Fernhill, "Go back in your room right now! You know better. Never run around with sharp objects that way to a young lady. Now you go back in there. You've got no business being out at this hour anyway." Panting out of breath; Roxanne was surprised and headed back to her room. While looking around; Roxanne discovers a horrible chamber of girls are seen in a chase of an pointless game to get a black banner while hornets bite them and parasitic worms are sucking their blood. The female victims into the chaotic storms, where they swirl into the madness. Girls are seen lying the mud while filth rained down hard on them. Two girls are seen pushing boulders at one another in a raging matter. Into another terror, There is a swampy river, where a girl is seen being tortured by demons as a person watches her suffering in delight. Girls are lashed with whips, forced to lie in a river of filth, are hung upside down while their feet are burning, forced to walk backwards blindfolded. From being awake to dreaming, at the core, which is a memory lost but it still exists elsewhere in the center of the subconscious. Roxanne is stuck in a dull routine, seeing the same old people and doing the same old things over and over again. Each day, everyone wakes up early to get a head start in the rat race, competing for money or power, but because everyone is stuck in the system, no one really gets ahead. Although everyone feels like Roxanne, sad and unfulfilled, they hold it back so that their sadness doesn’t show. Since everyone is going through life on automatic, trying hard not to think or show how sad they are, everyone thinks everyone else is fine. She wants to put her head down and pretend that there’s no tomorrow, since each day is the same as the last. Thinking about how the unfulfilling cycle will continue is too much to bear, and makes her want to drink until she forgets. The world is so mad that dying actually sounds like a good idea to and Roxanne must find her only escape. During her visit, Roxanne bears to witness the shocking depravities of the human mind as well as monstrous abnormalities of the physical body. Tragically incurable, these tortured souls spend their vile existence plagued by a nightmarish reality that mercifully eludes those who cling to their sanity. In the afternoon; Roxanne got to meet a boy with dark hair and dark blue-violet eyes. He has a serious look on his face. Roxanne smiles at him, relieved as she begins to warm up to him. "Hello, my name is Roxanne. What's your name?" asked Roxanne. The stoic young man glanced at her. Then he replies, "Toell Ursus." Roxanne nods, "Toell, huh." She said with a nod. "I'm glad you're my bodyguard, it gets scary around here when I'm alone." Roxanne replied. Toell nods, he didn't say anything else when he mysteriously vanished. She looked around when she heard a scream as she looked out the window: She saw someone fall out of a window from the other side and fall into the pool. Roxanne is scared, she runs out to save the person who fell out. However, she is chased by a masked person with a pair of large blade and Roxanne managed to escape from him. She came across a lab but she found Toell clutching his arm, blood poured from it. Roxanne approached towards him, she couldn't believe it was him. And saw he was bleeding pretty badly from his arm. "What's wrong? Are you OK?" Roxanne asked. Toell grimaced, "I'm fine. This is nothing." He said. Roxanne felt bad, "Here, let me help." She said. She managed to find iodine, white bandages to wrap around it and managed to cover the wound. While she did this, Toell stared at her in amazement. Roxanne noticed as she smiles. However, once again Toell disappeared. Roxanne was annoyed, but she explored around the mansion. She discovered many horrors: While washing her hands, she discovered blood and maggots coming out of the sink! She heard a glass break as she found some sort of fleshy, blood stained mess of an experiment from a beaker. Then, she found a taxidermized corpse in the closet and its lifeless eyes opened as it try to attack Roxanne, but she fought back and it became like straw. However, she got a dream sequence in her mind: A man was shouting, he claimed that his arm was in a lot of pain, which is gross of gangrene, and begged for some help. A person approached him and reassured him very much. "Don't worry, I want to help you." said the person. The man was put on the autopsy table and was pumped with a white liquid stuff but whatever was in that white liquid gave the man pain throughout his body up and down. He was screaming in suh agony while his arm was burgeoned because of how disgusting and withered from the abusive use of narcotics. But then, Mrs. Fernhill and that monster tries to kill Roxanne. In this moment, Roxanne thought about Genjo in her near dying fate but somehow, she was not going to die as Toell saved her from them as he burns them alive while escaping with Roxanne. Roxanne looked on in horror as she asked Toell: "Where are we going?" Toell told her, "I'm taking you with me to a whole, new world." Roxanne smiled playfully, "You are, aren't you?" She said. But she could trust him since he wasn't such a bad guy. When Roxanne and Toell arrive to their destination where she got to meet her new allies. Her first impression of them were that she found them strange but they were tolerable. They were friendly, good people and weren't so bad to be around. Cassandra watched from afar, she has a smile on her face. "Ah, it's just like how I was." She thought. But then her cellphone rings and she answers it: "Yes?" She paused and then she answered, "OK then--I'll be right there." Cassandra turned on her heel and walked but looked over her shoulder and smiled, "Good luck Roxxi. I know you can do it." She said quietly and walks away.

Meanwhile; Genjo was at the university while he's not paying attention to the lesson and is wondering about if this is what he wants. Should he go along with it? After class, he couldn't get his mind off Roxanne but then he has a sudden revelation and left the university. He got back to his apartment, packed his things, and set off on an adventure. Before he could, he sent an email to his friends: "Hey guys, I know this is going to sound stupid but what the hell! I don't care, I feel like adventure is calling me and if you want to come with me, be my guest. But if you don't, it's fine. I'm going to follow where my heart wants me. You guys must be thinking: 'He's crazy.' Oh, I am. I quit the university. I took some time to think about it and then I realized, is this what I want? I thought it over and over when I realized that this isn't what I want. And so that's why I did it. You're probably thinking I'm weird, or pretty dumb for making this choice. But I couldn't care less. I feel like I know what I want and it's out there. If you care to find me, follow me. I'd be happy to let you guys come with me. If not, fine then. Wish me luck, see you! --Genjo." He sent the message to Seiten, Tenpo, Kenren, and Sambo. He knew what was ahead for him and he wasn't going to stop until he has found it. When his friends received his email; they knew this would happened. Seiten grinned, "You sneaky ass, you really think you'd leave us for just this one girl. Get real." He said. And he too was on his way. Tenpo shook his head, "Ha, like hell he's leaving us." Tenpo remarked. He got his stuff pack and headed out. Kenren was shocked, "He's crazy. He's not stupid, he's crazy..." He said but then he laughed a bit, "Anything at all for the one you love huh." Soon, he was heading out. Lastly; Sambo looked at it blankly before he smiled, "Somebody's got a crush." He said. And he packed his things. Soon, Seiten sent a message to Genjo on his phone saying: "Genjo, wait up. We're coming." Earlier while he was at the university, he received a letter from Roxanne: "Dear Genjo, I don't think I'll be able to be where you are. I'm going on a journey to find some recruits and make a difference. I can't allow you to come with me but if our paths cross again, maybe we could make something however I'm traveling however I cannot allow you to come with me. All this time, I wonder who will be the substitute for me to accompany you and share your burdens when I leave you. If something should happen, it’ll affect all of us. In this dangerous situation, can you make it without me? I would protect if I am no longer able to be with you. I can’t be with you because we are separated, but I want to help you and go through all this together. I'd be running away with my heart, hope, and love and never coming back to you. I love you so much that it has become a part of my life. With you gone, I learnt that I need to learn to move on but I will stay with you forever. If I could follow you, I would go wherever you will go despite of all the hardships. But for some reason, it cannot be, because I cannot follow you. If I can rewrite our story on how we met, I would, so that I can follow whoever you go and protect you from harm. If we’d stayed together, I would follow wherever you would go. Sincerely, Roxanne." That's what made him change his mind about things while on his way to whatever the journey takes him. For the time being; there is a place called Atlas Island with four different people. A girl name Irisha Gayle and three boys: Sagon Kuebiko, Gryphon Talos & Aurick Leander. Their lives are about to change for the better: For Irisha, she came from a good family. Her mother Emelia 'Emma' and her father Henrich 'Henry' always loved her very much. However, Irisha was an only child but she was a good girl and comes off as perfect; even though she isn't. She was a chastizing young lady who never interacted with boys but she hasn't found anyone interested to her. Though Irisha is happy to be herself but people always persuaded her to go to house parties and get wasted. But Irisha was not like most people, which makes her different from the rest and likes herself the way she is. She also loves to go swimming but her mother was concerned about the stormy weather around where they lived. She also heard that a hurricane is coming here possibly. After swimming for hours; it was time to get out and Irisha looked at the pool with a faint smile, strangely bidding it a farewell. While changing in the bathroom; Irisha couldn't help but noticed in the mirror on how much of a woman she's growing up to be but fails to see the beauty but only sees a girl with a thin body and proper amples that weren't too big or two small. She then changed into cozy clothes of pants and a T-shirt. She doesn't dress in tank tops, shorts, or skirts....Unless she's out somewhere. When it all comes down to it, she struggles of being different and wanting people to love her just as she is. It was her first day of summer and she was happy to get away from those people at school--Irisha deals with pressure from peers and she couldn't understand why life was so confusing. There's many stories about the unknown, questions of why are people and what comes next in their chapter of their lives. What is their connections and purposes. But Irisha likes how she can see rainbows after a storm, rainbows are so beautiful though they don't endure struggles and conflict people go through. Some folks might look at a rainbow as a vision of color--How it represents a symbol of faith or hope. Over in their place, there's one thing for sure: In this world they all lived in; everybody was a child once. Sometimes people don't think like a grown up nor they don't act like a child but are in that spot of fine, yet clean and unspoiled in the world that makes them all forget! However, it's faith and superstition that is man-made but it is being an illusion nevertheless it can affect people in a magical way almost. The same way that hope is something that can only exist if believed and it can elevate people to do great things as it's true magic! Everyone wants to believe in things greater than itself, others ponders over implications as the sky above has been the center of myths and beliefs that involved in star-wishing, horoscopes, and stories about constellations. There's a connection Irisha has between reality and dreams, she wished that the two to match up even if it seems unlikely that they can. And she hasn't found that connection of actuality in her situation and the hope behind her aspirations, even remaining optimistic as one day that dreams and reality will become the same in one world. Irisha is a dreamer, not a lover and she's something else! She wants adventure while escaping from those that brought pressure upon her for not being like the other girls. Where she's not judged and one day, she'll find people who will be kind to her. She will be loved for who she is just as she loves herself for being her. Irisha's parents knew their daughter wasn't happy with school in the last two years and the previous two was OK--It changed when she move to higher grades. She heard about a land which was in the west and longs to go there one day if she can. In the meantime; loud noises of a storm with thunder and lightning. The captain showed up and called out, "SAGON!!!" On cue, a young teen boy and his puppy approached. The boy was Sagon. Sagon has violet eyes and spiky hair with lightness to it. He saluted his captain, "Yes sir!" He said over the stormy weather of the sea. "What do you need, Captain?" The captain nodded with a smile, "Good, you're here my boy." He said. Then, he gestured over to the crew, "Give them a pep talk and make it fast or we'll crashed. Go! Now!" He instructed. Then, the captain hurried away. Sagon went over and gave the instructions to the other sailors. Moments later; Sagon and the sailors were hard at work. "That's it, guys! Come on, take in the upper sail! Take the storm by the reins!" Sagon called out to them, they were getting wet and drenched with water spraying everywhere from the storm. Other mates came out, "Sagon! Where in the hell is the captain? Why is he making these men work?" One of them called out. "You there, stay below deck! Get away from here!" Sagon commanded. The mates didn't pay no heed, "WHERE. IS. THE CAPTAIN?" The mate shouted. "He's busy right now! You guys need to listen when he gives out orders, get back to the cabins! You're not helping us, right now." Sagon shouted. The other mates heed the words and left but things went downhill from here, no matter how hard they try--They were gonna crash! "IT'S NO USE MEN!" One of the sailors screamed, "WE'RE DONE FOR, PRAY FOR YOUR LIVES--WE'RE GOING DOWN!" Everything was a blur, the ship crashed and the next thing happened was Sagon woke up with incisions however he was alive. His puppy, Wiley, survived too but the rest of the crew are dead. Sagon was emotionally distraught, so he gave them a proper funeral for the mates and the captain. With Wiley in his arms; he said: "Well....Looks like it's just you and me, boy." Wiley wagged his tail, he barked and whimpered a little and Sagon grimaced of the pain while he walked away. In the meantime, Irisha woke up and decided to take a walk to a hill. While on her walk; she comes across a boy, Sagon, and his dog Wiley where they were lying on the grass and looking up at the blue sky. But Sagon said, "There's a storm coming, it's going to sweep things in its path." Irisha looked up and saw that the beautiful sky's yonder blue was now a dark purple. When Irisha turned back to the boy, she saw that he was already gone! So she decides to head back. As she walked back; Irisha looked up and saw that the hurricane while she was determined to get home soon. She regrets on going on this walk, it was a bad idea and she wish she stayed home. She wished that it passed or wash away like rain. But it was getting closer and nothing could stop it. She hopes she won't blow away as she saw in horror of every debris, every part crumbling and it was blowing harder and harder. Irisha managed to dodge every flying object and nearly went flying, it was so strong but she made it back home safe. However, she was horrified to discover that her house has been capsized and she managed to get in the house where she found that her parents were nowhere in sight. Irisha begin to panic a little bit, she cried; fearing that her parents could be dead. The next minute afterwards, Poor Irisha was sitting near the mailbox, thinking about if her parents possibly got caught in the storm and possibly died but she didn't want to jump to conclusions. Then, she felt a shadow upon her and saw Sagon with his dog, Wiley. "What are you doing here?" Irisha asked. "I came to help you, I also want to tell you that your family is safe." replied Sagon. Irisha's gasp got caught in her throat, "You do? Where are they?" She asked. "The Good Sorceress Fleur knows and she might be able to help us." explained Sagon. Here this was to be another day, an ordinary day until this boy came along as he will inspire her to look for majestic beauty that others wouldn't see and find them mundane. Sagon stretch his hand out, "Come with me, take my hand." He said. Irisha was hesitant at first but she knew that this boy would help her. Maybe help her to be in control of her own destiny. She took Sagon's hand, and they were off. But first before they had to go West, they stopped by Sagon's apartment where they meet two of his roommates, Gryphon and Aurick. Irisha was shy at first however she bonded fast with these guys as they stayed up late because of no power, they played spin the bottle and laugh and joking around while drinking root beer. Irisha hardly spoke for she felt excited and glanced at Sagon, admiring how beautiful and confidence he was but he probably wasn't so down-to-earth. Irisha found a place of belonging with friends that care about her. And don't judge of what she is not. The next day, when the storm was over; Irisha and her new friends stumble upon a village where the friendliest creatures of dwarves, fairies, elves, gnomes, pixies, leprechauns, and mermaids. Then, the Good Sorceress name Fleur appeared! Fleur has blonde hair so wavy with curls, she wore a tiara on her head, but her dress was something else. Her dress was ice blue, pearlized with petals covering the skirt as the bodice and skirt are decorated with sequins, it was off the shoulder with a heart shaped outline to the top. The gown looked like it was made of bubbles, like somebody took them out of bathwater and sewn them together so they won't pop. Fleur gives Irisha a pair of magic shoes called Seven League shoes to give her guidance. That's when Irisha remembered what Sagon said as she asked Fleur about the whereabouts of her parents. Fleur assured her that they were safe however they are hidden in a shelter because of all the monsters, the ones called Wendigos. As if on cue, they appeared as they terrify the residents into hiding as Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick were horrified to see them. Wiley barked at the creatures, which they look hideous with their horned wings, claws, and fangs so sharp. They snarled and Irisha shivered a little. The beasts demanded the magic shoes Seven League shoes, however Fleur spoke out: "It's too late, they are here and they will stay." She gestured that the shoes were now on Irisha's feet. Irisha was shocked, Sagon put an arm around her and pulled her close in a protective way while glaring at the monsters, who demanded for the Seven League shoes. But Fleur laughs, "You have no power over here you beasts, now be gone or I'll plunged a wooden stake in your hearts." She sneered at them. The Wendigos winced so they decide to accept defeat for now but cursed Irisha by the fact that many enemies will come for her. Some would kidnap her and held her in prison while others would try to kill her, or use her for lustful desires so she must keep her head down, watch her back and stand her ground: "We''ll get you, sweet blood--AND YOUR MEDDLING FRIENDS TOO!" They growled, they laughed and disappeared into smoke. Once they were gone; Irisha and her friends were told to go where the wizard Maugris resides! So; Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, Aurick, and Sirius headed to the west! While getting to their destination; Irisha ran over and noticed that she saw a woman, who offered her hand and she took her hand, and before she knew it, Irisha was flying. The woman, still holding her hand, began flying away from the window, and so did. After days of traveling; Irisha, Sagon, Sirius, Gryphon, and Aurick finally arrived in the west! "I can't believe it, we made it!" Irisha breathed. "So this is the west." replied Gryphon. "It's so huge!" Sagon said. "And it's all green." Aurick added. Wiley barked in agreement. Irisha was so thrilled, "I've always wanted to come here." She said. It was going to be one, short day in a beautiful world. There was so much to do and to think Irisha & her friends could see the exquisite as they will stop by and see before the day is over. There was buildings tall as trees, wondrous things that Irisha and the gang has ever seen! Places are looked at such as salons, libraries, museums, and skyscrapers were a hundred or more times taller, stronger. Irisha believed she found the place she belongs, perhaps she wants to be here for good when she comes back someday too. She'll make her own decision however today she and her friends are going to enjoy this special day. People were talking about how powerful and wonderful the wizard Maestro Lattantio was. But they also talked about the evil sorceress name Shoshana. They fear for Shoshana as they pray to save them from the claws of Shoshana and the Wendigos. Just then, Fleur appeared as she said: "Fellow citizens; as horrifying as this may be, let us put this aside and celebrate. For this one day, of course! What a celebration we'll have today, let us have a celebration and finally away from the wicked because we couldn't be happier. Right here, look at what we got.." She seemed strangely bubbly! Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick were confused by this. Wiley whimpered in Sagon's arms however Sagon pet his puppy as a way to comfort them. There was talks of Fleur: Some say she comes by and lets the citizens she's arrived by letting out a screech as she comes out from hiding. Others say she has extra eyes that are always kept awake, her skin could shed so easily like a snake, and her skin is so unclean. Finally away from the gossiping townspeople; The gang found Maestro's palace and Irisha knocks on it. Then, the cranky gatekeeper peered over from his watchtower and called out, "What do you want?!" Irisha and the others were taken aback by the gatekeeper however Irisha spoke up, "We, um, we came to see the Great Wizard Maestro Lattantio--Have you seen him?" The gatekeeper snorted, "Have I seen him? Hell, I've been here all day so NO!!!!! I haven't seen the great and powerful Maestro!!!! GO AWAY!!!" Irisha was hurt, Sagon hated seeing his friend so upset and he turned to the gatekeeper with a glare: "Listen pal, you didn't have to shout at her! Apologize to her! She has the shoes of Seven League!" The gatekeeper glanced at him twice, "What'cha say?" He said loudly. The gatekeeper climbed down from the ladder of his tower and took a look at the shoes on Irisha's feet. All of a sudden; the gatekeeper's crankiness evaporated and changed to a new mood. He smiled nervously, "Well! Ain't that a horse of a different color!" He rushed back to the tower and opened the gate as he said, "Come in! Come, come, come!" Irisha and the gang were happy to hear this so they went in. They entered the palace where they meet a man in robes and older with a white beard. "Who are you to meet the Great and Powerful Maestro?" He said. Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick introduced themselves. Then, Irisha spoke of her situation so Maestro provided them with information to defeat Shoshana. Maestro told them that they must use the holy water, it is the one way to get rid of her for good. Irisha asked, "Where do we get holy water from?" And Maestro told her to get it from Fleur, so that's what she did. Fleur told the gang that the only way to defeat Shoshana is by purifying her with holy water, she gives Irisha a vial of holy water. Irisha and her friends were sent on her way until the Wendigos came as they kidnapped Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick as they flew off while Irisha and Wiley followed them as they try to sneak in. But they are also kidnapped while brought before the evil sorceress Shoshana. Shoshana was dressed in a long black dress that hid her feet, her hair was frizzy and messy while she was a sight not to look at. Shoshana demands the Seven League shoes but Irisha begs her to release her friends but Shoshana tortures her mentally that her friends are in the dungeon where they are in deadly fights against brain craving zombies, heart eating beasts, and fear mongering monsters! Irisha fell to her knees, horrified by the thought as Shoshana laughs at her despair. "Oh mother, I'm frightened..." Irisha whispered, "I'm frightened mama." Her hand reached to her shorts where she felt the vial and remembered the holy water. Wiley bit Shoshana, distracting her as Irisha sprayed the witch with the holy water! Shoshana screeched in pain, "You cursed wretch, look what you done!" She shouted. She looked disoriented as she cried out and yelled in agony. Irisha was horrified however she and Wiley went to free Sagon, Gryphon, and Aurick from their prison. The three of them were unharmed, perhaps scratches here and there but they were OK! Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon, Aurick and Wiley escaped after setting Shoshana's castle on fire. They looked around as they didn't see Shoshana anywhere but they knew she escaped. After returning to the valley; Irisha and her friends were honored as friends. Back at Maestro's palace; Sagon was given the stone of Wisdom, Gryphon was given the stone of the Valor, and Aurick was given the stone of Faith. As promised, Irisha reunited with her family as Fleur spoke to Irisha's parents Henry and Emma about the schools in the West. Irisha made plans to see her friends as she felt like she was home! The wave is pushing them along. Irisha and her friends will always be there for one another, because they should never feel alone because they have each other's back. Irisha knew everything would be OK.

Since that ordeal was over; there was a factory called The Confectionery Workshop is an utopian world full of candy galore that is run by Cozen Hoodwink where he is a top hat whimiscal man but he is looking for someone who can pass the test and be the new acquaintance for his factory. However, Cozen only invites five people for his factory! He placed five Golden Rabbits in his candy, whoever finds it will come to the tour of his factory. Only four people found it: Irisha, Sagon, Gryphon and Aurick. Feeling doubtful; Genjo is unsure about finding a Golden Rabbit however he learns a candy store has free candy and opens it where he is surprised to discover the last of the Golden Rabbit! After paying for the candy; Genjo was going to the factory tomorrow! The next day, Genjo arrived at the entrance of the factory. That's when a man in a top hat with a price tag on his hatband and a colorful suit, who turns out to be the infamous Cozen Hoodwink. Cozen is a child-like for a grown man however he was friendly. While there in the factory; Genjo discovers that this candy was different from anything ordinary! It taste rather too sweetly, too much for him that this stuff could give somebody a sugar rush or a cavity in their teeth. That's when Genjo came across a red river where Sagon thought the creek was chocolate so he reaches over but he slips as he falls into the river and it turns out the river is not chocolate but blood. There, he is encountering the twins, who laughs at his misery. However, Genjo dived in bravely and saved Sagon's life, where Sagon's Wisdom Stone guides him and he is thankful for Genjo's assistance. In a clouded dark room; Irisha skips ahead and opens the doors however she enloped in the darkness. She tried to escape but she is consumed in when Genjo saves her from the darkness along with Sagon. Using the Wisdom Stone; Sagon managed to get Irisha back and got the darkness to disappear. As he was in the reptile room; Gryphon was fascinated by the strange critters but he was horrified to find out out these reptiles weren't normal ones: The frogs were poisonous, the locusts were blood suckers, the gnats were causing paralyzing, and flies were flesh eaters! They begin clawing and biting into the skin of Gryphon, who screamed for dear life but he was saved and cured from the poison thanks to Genjo, Sagon, and Irisha--Gryphon's Valor Stone awakens and gives him heart. For thie time being, Aurick chases the figure into the room where Aurick is hit hard from the hail from above, it pounds on him and it doesn't stopped. With the Faith Stone, Aurick got out as his friends pulled him away with Genjo assisting them. After learning the truth about Cozen's devious intentions and killing his guests in the factory; Genjo doesn't trust Cozen for what he did to the other contestants so he and his new allies decided to look around. To their horror; the factory as well as other pleasuring happiness was all a big lie. The people Cozen took in were found dead as their bodies became nothing but life-size dolls! Genjo and the others were terrified but when Cozen discovers this, he kidnaps Irisha and her friends while Genjo was locked in a closet. During his captivity, she had to save her friends but couldn't help to wonder why do bad things happen to her. however he rescued himself and his friends from the claws of Cozen where they managed to trick her, and demolished Cozen after exposing his factory as a slaughterhouse! Genjo is now traveling with his new friends and thought about his own friends but he checked his phone and there was a message for him. He looked at it and it said: "Genjo, wait up. We're coming. You really think you're just going by yourself? We got purposes in life too, man. We're coming for ya. Hold tight, buddy. --Seiten" Genjo smiled, "I knew it." He thought. He knew his friends wouldn't allow him to go alone but he wasn't alone. He has some allies of his own.

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