Legacy of a Star Child

Chapter 25: Serenade of a Sad Violin

-Roxas and Xion arrived at the dinner table later than everyone else. The blond boy had taken his lower ranked companion aside and stressed very clearly to her how dangerous it would be to tell anyone of his and her time out on the city. He promised her as incentive, that if she kept it a secret, he would take her with him to ice cream when ever they had a mission together. He had been relieved when she simply had just nodded, he tried to cling to the thought that he could trust her, at least for now. Saix and Axel raised a brow when they noticed the pair coming in so late, looking to one another and making it clear through non-vocal means that Axel was expected to find out what had happened. Luckily for Roxas and Xion however, Xaldin had not been cooking tonight. After checking in with Xemnas after his and 9's little disappearing act, the man had retired to his room to nurse his wounded ribs. 9 had also been allowed to take his dinner to his room for a well deserved rest, even Xemnas could appreciate his efforts this time. Xemnas smiled as he saw Roxas getting situated, speaking up softly.-

Ah 13, how was your mission today? Not too challenging I hope.

I... oh! Superior! I have to show you something!

-The boy seemed to forget his nerves and even his worries over Xemnas's morning absence for a few moments and got back up from his chair, everyone blinked and looked to him, as within seconds the boy summoned his pair of new shiny toys, his dual keyblades! Xemnas's eyes widened some, before grinning.-

My 13, when did this happen?

Today sir! I...um...

-He grew uncomfortable again, now realizing how it happened, and how he might need to explain himself.-

What is it kid? You look deflated like a New Years balloon now.

-Asked Xigbar, whom was eyeing those blades with interest. Vexen spoke up from his seat beside Xaldins empty chair.-

Well then! It appears that someone's been working rather hard at improving! Splendid work Roxas, you have done well in meeting and exceeding our expectations.

Yeah... bout that kid, how the hell did you happen to pull that off?

-Several of the members began whispering to each other in surprise, Axel whispering to Saix.-

Are you sure we can't rely in this?

Are you doubting me?

No.

-Roxas grew even more nervous now, people were staring and talking about him, Xemnas just continued to smile.-

Its alright Roxas, 4 is right, this is lovely progress, please, do tell us, perhaps we can assist.

I...well superior sir I... it was that person! The one we saw in the city.

-Xigbar ans Xemnas's blood ran cold.-

...Was it now.

Yeah... was it now, what'd uh.. what'd they have to say kid?

I... um....

-Everyone else at the table looked to one another, confused by the conversation, Marluxia spoke up boredly.-

Implying there is something we are not aware of? Sir?

-Xemnas sighed and made a face of annoyance, he folded his hands neatly and rested his elbows on the table, chin coming down to sit on the back of his hands.-

We had a most curious encounter in the city not long ago. A figure in a cloak, they seemed to know information about this organization. They were anerving to say the least. Roxas, what is it they wanted from you?