Drones: Episode 20: Violets Trial: Droneless

Warning: This story series may contain content intended for mature
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Written by: Eric Daniel De Loor
Violet woke up & looked around. Psyker & the others were still asleep like always.
Violet was used to waking up earlier then everyone else, she had found for a long
time now that she didnt sleep as long as others, since she was already dead, & thus
did not need it.

She quietly climbed out of bed & tip-toed out of the room. She walked down the
halls & up some stairs, until she was standing on a slanted part of the academys
roof. She glanced around to make sure no one was around. Once sure that she was
alone, she reached up & slowly lowered her hood as long pale blue hair fell out. The
hair reached her knees & seemed to glisten as if it was coated in a thin layer of
frost. Her eyes were a plum purple, just like Angels, but seemed to glisten, unlike
Angels. Her lips looked as if shed suffered from frost bite while her skin was almost
completely white, with little to no pigment in it what-so-ever.

Violet sat down on the roof & wrapped her arms around her legs as she watched the
moon & the night sky. It seemed to twinkle magically. Violet sat there & just
watched the sky for an hour before rolling her hair back up & sliding the hood up. As
she got the hood up, she turned around just as Rauk-Shao opened the door shed
come through. There you are, Violet I came to talk with you about todays trial.
Rauk-Shao exclaimed with a smile as he walked over & sat beside her.

Is that so? She mumbled as she watched the starry sky from underneath her
hood. You know Ive been a bit curious about why you hide yourself under that
hood of yours. I havent met anyone who has kept a hood up as long as you have,
so far & it has me a bit worried He admitted with a frown. There is no need to
be concerned about that I just dont like to take it off She replied, almost as if
in a daze.

Well, if you say so He replied, unconvinced that she refused to take it off just
because she didnt want to. You said you came to ask me about the final trial to be
given today? She reminded him as she glanced at him, her eyes emitting a cool
blue glow from under the brim of her hood. Yes, I wanted to know what will be
entailed. Im sure Psyker warned you Id be coming to talk with you about it? He
asked as he also glanced up at the night sky.

Psyker has actually given me the exact opposite order This trial must remain
secret until it is revealed today. In truth it is not as dangerous as the others, but this
trial will teach you all the most key component to advancing to our grade level.
Psyker acknowledges that you take the safety of your teams seriously, but this
missions confidentiality is imperative. She replied, leaving Rauk-Shao speechless.

You can talk to Psyker if this does not satisfy you. She added. I see He replied
quietly. You all arent just a group of random strangers Are you? He asked as
he glanced towards her. I did some research into each of you, & found out that
each of you has had a connection with certain members that work within the
academy at one time or another in their lives. He stated as he stared at her firmly.

You certainly took long enough figuring it out Psyker announced from behind
Rauk-Shao. How long were you planning on waiting before telling us? Rauk-Shao
asked as he got up & turned around. We planned on telling you after the crisis was
averted. Psyker replied. I wasnt talking to you Rauk-Shao exclaimed as he
shook his head. I was talking to Cameron He called out. Almost as if on cue,
Cameron walked out from behind the door that had been left open. How did you
figure it out? He asked as he joined Psyker.

Back when you joined us Something never stopped bothering me You came
after Axiss crystal even though no one knew he had it in his possession. When
Psyker arrived here at the academy, I knew you had to be a part of his team, as no
other person could have known that he had the crystal except Psyker. I did some
research & found that you had been linked to both Psyker & Wisp. Thats when it
clicked that you were an undercover agent for his team all this time. It also
explained where you went after you supposedly joined the academy. Rauk-Shao
explained.

Youre really smart to have figured all that out by yourself Cameron admitted,
obviously impressed. I wouldnt say Im smart Because I still havent figured out
why you abandoned your little brother Ripp to that horrid monster within him all
these years, to deal with his trauma all alone, knowing damn well the damage youd
be causing him in doing so! Rauk-Shao yelled. He has no parents! Who the heck
was supposed to support him & get him therapy for it?! HE STILL HASNT GOTTEN
THERAPY FOR WHAT HAPPENED! Rauk-Shao roared, his voice escalating in volume.

Cameron hung his head. I know I have a lot to atone for But I cant take all the
blame for what happened That being said, I do admit that I am partially to blame
for how things are So what do you propose we do? Cameron asked as he

glanced up at Rauk-Shao. If I may suggest, let us move inside to continue this

conversation. We are disturbing Violets star-gazing. Psyker noted as he pointed to
Violet who was twitching with irritation.

Actually we can continue this conversation tomorrow. I must see to any

preparations I can in order to ensure my friends safety is maintained, since you
refuse to share with me what todays trial will entail. Rauk-Shao responded as he
walked inside without another word. Violet, are the preparations for the final trial in
place? Psyker asked as he sat down beside her.

Violet nodded as she held her hand up, coating her sleeve in ice. The ice ran up her
sleeve from her shoulder all the way to her finger tips, where a crystal formed over
the palm of her hand, suspended in mid-air. She then handed the crystal to Psyker.
I will have it ready for your use by eleven hundred, sharp. He exclaimed as he got
up & left. Cameron took Psykers place beside her.

The time is drawing Nye, when you will haft to reveal your secret to them, Violet
He admitted as he glanced over at her. What if Im not ready? She asked as
she stared at the stars, her tears only now becoming visible as they glistened in the
moonlight. What if they dont accept me? She asked as she turned to face him.

We are talking about a group who has accepted an ex-gang leader, a dryad from a
team whose intentions are completely unknown, a ghost that used to be one of the
monsters they fight against almost every day, a mutant who cant be controlled if
someone is terrorized before her very eyes, a drone without a human host, a shapeshifter, & numerous other individuals, & youre worried if they will accept you? He
laughed.

Violet only frowned & hung her head as her tears dripped down onto her clothes.
Im sorry That was insensitive of me Even with these powers I cant always
be perfect He sighed as he too hung his head. But you dont need to worry.
Theyll accept you. All you need to do is believe, just like they have. He continued
as he raised his head & glanced at the stars, a gleam in his eyes. Violet glanced up
at him before also looking to the stars.

*** Location Change ***

Violet twiddled her thumbs nervously from within her sleeves as she & the others
waited for Psyker, with all the other drones standing around waiting inside the dark

ligers lobby. Eleven-Hundred sharp, my ass! Wisp growled as he paced back &
forth impatiently. Im sure hell be here soon. Psyker is not one to normally be late
for important matters such as this. Yukiko intervened. Moments later, Psyker
walked through the door, carrying a small object.

Sorry Im late, collecting the materials & forging the object took a little longer then
Id anticipated. He apologized as he gently & carefully handed Violet the object,
which she accepted tenderly as if it would fall apart with the slightest movement. A
LITTLE?! ITS THREE OCLOCK IN THE AFTERNOON, & YOU SAY IT TOOK ONLY A
LITTLE LONGER?! YOURE LATE BY THREE HOURS! NOT ONE, NOT TWO, BUT
THREE! Wisp bellowed, only to be hurled through the doors that Psyker had just
come through by the obviously impatient esper.

What is that? Ripp asked as all the drones drew closer. It is a special object I
need to start the final trial You all have passed many trials, shown much
advancement personality wise But sadly That is all that has improved To
match our level there is one specific ability you all have still yet to master This will
be the greatest challenge for all of you Violet explained as she suddenly
shattered the crystal in her hands & slowly opened her hands. She then blew the
dust that used to be the crystal at all of the drones.

The dust washed over them, suddenly pushing their drones, in their materialized
forms, out of their bodies. The drones then vanished entirely. WHAT DID YOU JUST
DO?! Mako roared furiously. We have just removed your drone forms temporarily
from each of you. The trial is simple Master the powers without them before they
return, or fail the trial. While materializing your drones, you will be unable to
transform into them yourselves. This means you will need to master using their
powers without their forms in order to work as a team effectively in battle without
holding them back. Violet explained. Ripp teleported behind Violet, but Violet
grabbed his arm & flung him across the room.

You need to use more than just one of your abilities She noted as she shook her
head. Its hard when we cant even form the weapons we are used to using in
drone form! Riin complained. I never said you could not do that Have you even
tried to do so? Ill tell you what. To pass this trial, all you need to do is prove you are
able to access your weapons & elemental powers effectively. Violet announced as
she glanced at the group assembled in front of her.

Ripp joined Riin. Is that all? Then we will show you just what we can really do!
He stated as he closed his eyes. Suddenly his drone forms gauntlets formed around
his hands. He then launched his fists at Violet who blocked them. As she skidded

back, Mako popped out of her shadow, his arms now having become cannons.
Surprise! He replied as he aimed for her & charged a shot. Violet simply froze
herself, & exploded, raining razor-sharp ice against Mako.

As Violet reformed she blocked a flaming axe swing from Rauk-Shao while jumping
up to avoid an electrical burst from the floor, sent by Mrs. Hellen. She then froze
herself & exploded again, blowing both of them back. As Angel looked around, her
aqua swords readied, one of her swords suddenly froze, with Violet emerging out of
the blade & striking her back as the sword completely transformed into Violets
body. Angel held her hand up & formed a new second aqua sword to replace the one
that Violet had made her new body out of, before her & Abra lunged at Violet
simultaneously. Violet leaped into the air as the two girls collided beneath her.

It looks like some of you are getting the hang of it! She cheered as Riuka clashed
against her, his razor-blade coated arm guards making sparks as they clashed
against her armour. As she struggled to hold him back, Lexus charged at her with
his spear, only to slip as the floor below him froze over, creating an ice sheet.

Violet then used her grip on Riuka to leap over him as if playing leap frog, sending
him skidding right into Lexus. Riin suddenly appeared out of nowhere, & slashed at
Violet with both her twin daggers, while Casper swung a large scythe at her,
showing unusual proficiency despite using the obviously oversized weapon with
limbs possessing no fingers or thumbs. Violet simply turned to dust which swirled
through the air away from the two attackers & reformed in front of Willson who
slashed at her while metal electrified spikes emerged around them both.

Violet leaned to the left to avoid the attack & kneed him in the chest before
swinging her leg under his feet & elbowing him down onto the ground, as Ciarra
charged at her with a sword arm, & large claw attachment. Violet leaped back, but
found herself colliding into Yoko who formed paper chains around her.

Violet formed snow-flake chakrams that she used to slice the paper chains apart,
freeing herself just in time to dodge Ciarras blade swipe. Yoko then formed a paper
sword & leaped after Violet with Enchor joining her, as he formed Lexuss shield &
Makos arm cannon. Violet threw her chakrams & was able to strike Enchors hand,
causing him to drop the shield, before the chakrams returned to her. Enchor quickly
summoned one of Angels aqua swords instead. As Violet landed, she breathed a
cold wind that froze Yoko & Enchor. As she let out a sigh of relief, Ligus slammed his
hand down where she stood, having grown to the size of a giant.

Violet simply rematerialized over his hand, before leaping off & running away. As
she rounded the nearest corner, Crystal rose into the air as multiple crystals floated
around her. She then unleashed multiple elemental attacks at Violet, who was
barely able to dodge the mixed attacks of fire, ice, electricity, plant vines, bones,
dark energy, light, & metal-scraps that Crystal sent at her simultaneously. Violet slid
under Crystal & leaped over Medics katanas as a swirl of flower petals slashed at
her.

As she landed she found her foot stuck in poison sludge. Slowly a large sludge
covered needle-tipped claw rose out, with her leg in its grasp, followed shortly by
hawk, whose arms had transformed from the elbow down. Violet froze his arm &
manipulated the ice that had been coated over it, forcing him to let her go. She
continued running, dodging multiple spells from Rala & multiple spear swings & air
blasts from Lopp who flew after her.

As Violet stopped to catch her breath, Alice & Janelle dropped from above, & sneak
attacked her. Violet formed a snow globe around her, which the two attackers ran
face-first into. As the two collapsed, Nalla used a hand-held microphone to shatter
the snow globe through sound waves, opening Violet up to a barrage of pencils from
Vivi.

As the pencils were about to hit, they suddenly became frozen in mid-air. Alright
Id say that just about does it. You all have demonstrated that you can wield your
weapons efficiently. Make sure to experiment with the powers themselves in the
future. And now, it gives me great pleasure to declare the final trial complete! You
all have passed. Psyker announced as he calmly walked over & helped an
exhausted Violet up. Man What a Work out! She panted, having run out of
breath. You did well evading them for so long, Violet. He complimented her. So
Violet As a reward Can I see what my little sisters face really looks like now?
Angel asked as the group gathered around.

Violet hung her head hesitantly but nodded shyly. She slowly reached up & lowered
her hood gently as her hair rolled down. She slowly opened her eyes, struggling to
adjust to the new lighting that she hadnt been expecting. Everyone stared in awe
at her. Wow Violet you look absolutely beautiful Riin admitted as everyone
nodded in agreement. Violet blushed & glanced away bashfully. Im not used to
being in hot climates I usually use my special hood to help keep me at sub-zero
temperatures She admitted. Sub-zero? Why would you want to stay at a
constant sub-zero temperature? Ligus asked curiously.

Because when I made my contract with Chloe, my skin was forever transformed
into ice Im, in simple terms, an ice girl She explained. So you are a ghost &
made out of ice? Rauk-Shao asked curiously. Its a bit hard to explain how it works,
but that is basically the gist of it Psyker responded. Even we do not know
everything about her biological or metaphysical make-up. He noted. If thats the
case, we could always offer you one of our freezers. With a little remodeling, Im
sure it would make a fitting room. They are very spacious to begin with, too. RaukShao offered graciously.

Id Like that Very much Violet replied with a slight smile. But before that,
there is one more thing you all must go through Psyker admitted. What is that?
Ripp asked as he raised an eyebrow. Well, in simple terms, evolution But we will
be honest, it will hurt significantly & will last for an unknown amount of time It
can last anywhere from five minutes to a whole hour. Vincent answered. Kari has
already undergone it & is currently recovering with Night Killowa, my commander in
charge of assassination Operations. Yukiko admitted.

By the way Psyker You want to explain to everyone what we discussed earlier?
Rauk-Shao interjected. Psyker let out a sigh as Ripp & company glanced up at RaukShao with confusion. Explain what? Yoko asked. I found out that Psyker & his
team have met some of you long ago Rauk-Shao stated.

For me I met Abra long ago We used to be childhood friends Back before I
changed my name due to bullying Psyker admitted. What was your name when I
knew you? Abra asked curiously. My name was Charr Charr G. Atom He
answered. YOU?! YOUR LITTLE CHARRY?! Abra exclaimed in astonishment. Was
I gave that name up long ago & all the humiliation & pain I endured along with it.
He replied.

For me, it was Angel. I used to work for her parents as their personal head chef. I
often looked after her as a baby sitter when her parents were off at various
meetings Which unfortunately happened almost all the time Like Psyker, we all
took on different names after having joined together. I used to be named Jesse, but
when her parents fired me because they found a better chef My life as Jesse
came to an end I lost my home, my family, & my life Vincent announced. I
remember you I begged my parents to hire you again But they never listened
I always loved playing with you Angel sobbed quietly. I enjoyed our time
together too Vincent replied.

Everyones focus shifted to Wisp who stood silently with his eyes closed & his arms
crossed. Yukiko nudged him, causing him to growl. Im actually Makos brother

Ignis Tsuru-Tomi He grumbled. Ignis?! I thought you had died overseas after
having been drafted & sent to the battlefield. Mako exclaimed. Thats what most
people thought, & still think. Id prefer to keep it that way. He stated in an
aggressive tone.

What about you, Yukiko? Angel asked. Well I used to be Lopps sister before I
passed away Yukiko explained. And then there is Cameron Rauk-Shao
announced clearly, causing everyone to glance at him. What do you mean? Ripp
asked in shock. Didnt you know? Cameron was part of his group from the get-go.
It was Psyker who told him where to find Axiss crystal, after all. Rauk-Shao
explained. Youve got to be kidding Hes kidding, isnt he, Cameron? Ripp
asked with a smile as he glanced over at Cameron. Ripps smile faded away when
he saw Cameron hanging his head silently while avoiding eye-contact.

You You were part of Psykers group from the start & you didnt even tell
me?! He exclaimed in disbelief. Cameron remained silent. LOOK AT ME WHEN
IM TALKING TO YOU! I THOUGHT I COULD TRUST YOU! I THOUGHT WED PUT ALL OF
OUR ISSUES BEHIND US BOTH! WHY DIDNT YOU TELL ME THE TRUTH?! Ripp
bellowed distraughtly. How could I? He responded, hiding his face from Ripp
who just stared at him in disbelief.

Everyone stared in shock, except for Nalla who was tearing up. She could tell what
was going through his mind. RIPP! She sobbed. Im done. I dont need a brother
like you who wont even tell me the truth from the get-go. He spat as he walked
out of the room, with Nalla running after him.

Riuka walked over to Cameron & punched him in the face as hard as he could.
Youre lucky Im letting you off easy! You really messed up this time, & unlike the
first time, you messed up with all of us! We all thought we could count on you to
help defend the academy, but instead you ran off the whole time to report to him!
Riuka spat, pointing at Psyker, while Cameron wiped the blood dripping from his
nose.

Cameron avoided eye contact as he got up. We thought we could trust you Its
not just Ripp who feels betrayed We all feel youve deceived us this whole time. I
hope you realize just how much trust youve destroyed, & just how long it will be
before you regain it. He warned before as he crossed his arms, his anger obvious
even in his posture. No one present had ever seen Riuka as mad as he was now.

Psyker, all things considered, I think it would be best if we performed the final step
tomorrow Things seem to be falling apart right now Rauk-Shao advised. Psyker
nodded. I concur. There seems to be a lot of tension at the moment as well as
distrust among your members & Cameron Very well. We will perform the evolution
tomorrow. Psyker responded as he led his group, Cameron included, out of the
room, while almost all the other members glared at Cameron with disgust.

I feel so violated Riin remarked in a glum tone. Yea I know just how you
feel Ligus agreed as he hung his head. Why didnt you go with them, Night?
Mako inquired curiously. Because I have someone else Id rather be with. He
replied as he took Kari into his arms, who blushed furiously. Is it me or did I miss
something? Mako replied in confusion. Night simply chuckled slyly. Maybe He
answered back through his laughter. She doesnt seem to feel the same way about
you by the looks of it. Mako pointed out to a hesitating Kari.

It looks like she might fall over if you let her go. He laughed. The comment caught
Karis attention. Mako The only one whos liable to fall over, is you She
warned. Mako just laughed harder. Yea right! Ill believe that when I see it! He
responded.

Moments after the words left his mouth, he found his legs pulled out from
underneath himself by vines that had sprouted rapidly out of the ground. Before
Mako knew what had happened, he was laying on his back on the ground while
everyone laughed. Kari bashfully reached up & kissed Night as she embraced him
as well, which stunned everyone, especially Mako.

Should I take it off now? Night asked her as he winked. Kari giggled while blushing
& nodded. WAIT WHAT?! Angel yelled as all the female members faces turned
scarlet. Night reached up & traced around his & Karis necks. Moments later, two
chokers became visible.

Everyone stared in disbelief. How on earth did you do that?! Ligus asked in
surprise. None of you know just what I can do, do you? He asked as he grinned
cheekily. All of them shook their heads simultaneously. I control power over
illusions & mirages. He stated with a smirk. I used my power of illusions to hide
our chokers. He explained.

So when did you both form them?! Willson asked. We Formed them Yesterday
night Kari answered meekly. But you just met him! Yoko pointed out. Even
though we havent known each other all that long Hes already gained enough of

my trust that I know we are meant to be together Kari admitted as she hid her
face. That doesnt sound like her at all. Mako admitted, before promptly receiving
a blow to his groin area from a thorn covered root that had spawned just as quickly
as the others had. Mako grunted as he doubled over on the ground.

You all have no idea what the real Kari is like All this time She has hidden her
true colours from even Ripp Ive seen why too During yesterdays trial I was
fused with her mind Ive seen her entire life experienced it as if it was my own
It was a truly bleak place With no hope No light Nothing to give reason to keep
living Its not until yesterday that she finally found something to give her what her
entire life has lacked: purpose. Night stated as he continued holding Kari in his
arms.

Im getting Sleepy Kari admitted with a yawn as she glanced up at Night, her
eyes were obviously drowsy, barely able to stay open. He smiled & placed one of his
hands behind her knees, & with one swift motion, swept her off of her feet & into his
arms. As you all heard, my delicate rose needs her rest Until tomorrow We bid
you all Adieu. He exclaimed as he & Kari slowly vanished like mirages.

While the group was distracted, Abra slipped away. Yoko was the only one who
noticed. She too, slipped away, intent on following Abra to where ever it was she
was going. She struggled to keep up with Abra while remaining undetected, but
managed to follow her out of the academy & through the city, all the way to an
abandoned factory. Abra entered it without noticing Yoko. Yoko secretly snuck inside,
only to realize what had looked like an abandoned factory on the outside, was
actually a hi-tech facility on the inside.

The door closed behind her, & locked on its own. Great What have I gotten
myself into this time? She muttered to herself as she snuck through the hallway.
She stopped by the corner of the hallway shed found herself in & peaked around it.
She noticed two people coming towards her, one of which was Wisp, the other was
someone that Yoko had not seen before. Panicking, Yoko ran towards the door she
had come through. As she heard Wisp & the other member draw near, she pressed
herself against the wall, hoping that they wouldnt notice her.

To her relief they passed by without glancing her way. Yoko sighed in relief as she
crept back to the corner, & peered around it again. This time, there was no one in
sight. She quickly snuck through the hallway. As she was nearing an odd yet unique
door that looked different from all the others, she froze as a voice rang out behind
her. Hmm? I havent seen you before Are you a new recruit Psyker scouted?
Asked from behind her. Yoko glanced back & saw a teenage male behind her. Her

heart skipped a beat as soon as she saw him. The teenager was dressed in a white
trench coat with black boots with silver buckles & large white gloves. His hair was
white, long & smooth while one of his eyes was red while the other was white.

Uhh Y-Yea! Im a little lost, though Yoko replied nervously. Suddenly a drone
appeared beside him. It was all red & had chainsaw blades on the undersides of its
wrists which jetted out of his elbows. His legs were blocky while his head was
spherical with green eyes & no visible mouth.

Shes lying Shes a trespasser who snuck in behind that cat girl thats been
training here. It warned. Then I guess that means we will haft to deal with her
Pity She looked so cute too He muttered to himself as he summoned a large
chainsaw blade. Yokos eyes widened at the sight of the weapon. As the boy lunged
at her, she quickly reacted. FOLD! She yelled, summoning her drone armour just
in time to block the attack.

What the?! Drone armour?! The boy exclaimed in shock. You didnt actually
think I was just some ordinary girl, did you? Origami admitted as she leaped back
after pushing him away. I was hoping I could just find Abra without being detected
but I guess that ships sailed she admitted as she threw a spoke bomb down &
ran away while the two were distracted.

WAIT! He called, but it was already too late. Damn We haft to find that girl If
any of the other members find her She could end up dead! He noted as his
drone joined him by his side. Should I warn everyone that we have an intruder?
The drone asked. No I Id like to get to know her more Especially now that
Ive learned that she, too, has a drone partner. Im curious how she was able to get
this far into the facility without being detected. He replied.

What is your command then, Sir? The drone asked compliantly. Track her down,
& capture her, & make sure that she is unharmed at all times, Blood. Bring her to
my room when you have apprehended her, I will talk with her there. He
commanded as he walked off in the other direction while the drone silently headed
after Origami as it had been commanded to.

Origami ran as fast as she could, but ended up turning down a hall as three more
members were walking towards her. The members spotted her, & immediately
realized she was an intruder. They each summoned a drone that lunged at her. As
they were about to attack, the red drone the boy from earlier had sent after her,
pushed her out of the way & disarmed all three of the other drones simultaneously.

He then approached Origami who glanced up at him. I hope you will forgive me for
what Im about to do, but my partner has requested I bring you to him. He
apologized before promptly kicking her in the face hard enough to knock her out. As
her armour slowly dissipated, he kneeled down to make sure she was unharmed.
Once satisfied that hed managed to knock her out without causing harm, he lifted
her up over his shoulder. The three members that had sent their drones after her
simply watched as the drone walked away with Yoko.

*** Location Change ***

The drone entered a room with Yoko still over his shoulder. The boy from earlier was
waiting on his bed reading a book while Cameron was laying on a bed on the
opposite side of the room. Upon seeing Yoko, Cameron got off of the bed & walked
over to the drone. He then punched a hole through the drone, & took Yoko from it as
it shattered.

RALF, WHAT ON EARTH DID YOU DO THIS TIME?! He yelled furiously. What do you
mean? Shes an intruder And a cute one at that I was hoping to get to know
her He replied. THIS IS NO INTRUDER! THIS IS YOKO HIYOMI OF RIPP TODWELLS
TEAM! YOU KNOW?! THE SAME TEAM THAT ABRA, THE CAT GIRL, IS ON?! Cameron
bellowed.

Wait This girl is on that team? He exclaimed in surprise. Yes & when Abra
finds out what youve done to her, she is going to have your head Cameron
warned him. Ralfs eyes shrunk as he began panicking. Then Ill haft to rewrite your
genetic codes to make sure she doesnt find out. While Im at it I might even rewrite some of that girls memories It would make charming her a lot easier Ralf
remarked as he got up off the bed.

Like Ill let you do anything to either of us! Cameron exclaimed. Ralf lunged at
Cameron but was pinned to the ground by Axis, who formed almost instantly. YOU
NO HARM FRIENDS, KII! Axis growled aggressively. BLOOD, DEAL WITH THIS
MONKEY FOR ME WOULD YOU?! Ralf called as he threw a blood-red crystal. The
crystal shattered as Ralfs drone, Blood, reformed. It then swung its chainsaw blades
out from the bottom of its wrists as its fists vanished, replaced by the weapons that
began to wind-up. He then tackled Axis who was sent flying. Ralf got up & did the
same to Cameron, making sure to catch Yoko carefully as he did.

Ill make sure you pay for this struggle if you keep it up, Cam Just accept it. It will
make things a lot easier on all of us Ralf pleaded as he approached him. Like
that will ever happen! Who knows what you will do to her if I let you start altering
either of us! Youll probably turn her into some kind of toy for you to do with as you
please! He roared as he plowed into Ralf, forcing him to drop Yoko, who fell to the
ground as the two struggled. Unbeknownst to them, Violet had snuck in & grabbed
Yoko while they were busy fighting. Before she left, she whistled catching both their
attention.

Ralf, Psyker will hear of this As for you, Cameron I commend you for your
actions Both here, & back at the academy. She remarked before vanishing
through the wall with Yoko. As she emerged on the other side, she joined Yukiko &
Abra. Its done. She replied as she handed Yoko over to Yukiko. Abra shook her
head. Yoko You shouldnt have followed me She muttered sadly.

What should we do with her? Yukiko asked as she glanced over at Abra. Nothing,
Ill take her back with me My training to become a Light Drone has been
completed for today, anyways So I might as well. But before we do I have
something I want to ask She admitted as Cameron appeared through a time rift.
Perfect timing Cameron. She responded. You did ask me to come here, after all.
He admitted.

Yes, Id like you to erase her memories Otherwise she will just try & come here
again to figure out what I was doing here. Abra noted. Very well But Ill say this
now Im against it Cameron replied. I know Abra remarked as she hung her
head. Yukiko handed Yoko over to Cameron who gently placed her down on the
ground. By the way Just so you know what harm you are causing If I erase her
memories now She will never find love for the rest of her life He announced as
he paused to stare back at Abra.

What do you mean? Abra asked as she raised an eyebrow. That guy in the
other room? The one the present me is still fighting with? She will eventually fall in
love with him naturally if her memories remain intact. But if I destroy them now, she
will think he is crazy when he tries to remind her about what has happened If you
have me erase her memories now She will never find anyone else like him You
are about to ask me to erase the most important memories shell ever have He
explained. Abra hesitated after hearing this. But what if she tries to come back
here? Abra asked. Of course she will But not for you She will come back for
him He admitted.

Abra closed her eyes & nodded. Okay You can leave the memories intact I
wouldnt want to take something so important away from her But can you at least
blur them a bit so most of the unimportant parts are fuzzy? She asked. That I
can do. He acknowledged as he turned back to Yoko. He put his hands on both
sides of her head & closed his eyes. Everyone in the room suddenly felt dizzy. What
on earth? Abra exclaimed as she fell to the ground along with Yukiko & Violet.

Its a side effect of my powers Since Im not a Psychic-type drone like Psyker or
Night, I can only alter her memories using my abilities over time Which in turn,
will affect everyone involved with it Since Psychic types effect individual targets,
while time effects everyone involved at once. He explained. So is that why I cant
remember it clearly either? Abra asked. Cameron nodded. Yes, that would be
correct. Wisp & Kelphi should also be feeling dizzy about now too since they walked
so close to her when she entered the place. He chuckled.

Well I guess I should get going Abra remarked as she got to her feet & picked
Yoko up. Are you sure you dont want a hand? Cameron offered. Actually Id
really appreciate if you could She admitted as she handed Yoko over to him.
Cameron smiled & took Yoko in his arms before the two left for the academy.
Incidentally, youll need to tell my present self later on to go back in time to that
moment so that time wont come undone. He informed her as they walked through
the streets, with the starry night sky above them.

How are you able to control such a complex thing? Doesnt it make your head
hurt? She asked curiously. At first, it did But Axis helped me get used to it while I
was recuperating back at Psykers fort. He admitted. WAIT SO YOU DIDNT
ABANDON US WITHOUT A REASON?! Abra yelled in shock. Of course not. I
wouldnt do that to you guys, did you really think I didnt have a reason? He replied
calmly. BUT THEN WHY DID YOU LET EVERYONE BELIEVE THAT YOU HAD BETRAYED
THEM?! YOU LOST EVERYONES TRUST & FOR A REASON THAT WASNT EVEN TRUE!
She cried out.

Because If I hadnt Yoko would have left the room without noticing you leaving, &
she would never have met Ralf. Time is often very complicated To have the best
outcomes, sometimes sacrifices must be made There is still many more sacrifices
to be made yet Mine will seem insignificant in comparison He explained as
they reached the alleyways entrance. But Its just not fair Why should you haft
to suffer? She asked as she glanced up at him with teary eyes. Because that is
how time works. Things will find a way to balance themselves out. Youll see. He
acknowledged. As he guided her in, passing Yoko to her as he did so. Once the two
were inside, Cameron turned around & walked through another time rift.