Legend of Parocaav II: Against the Darkness (Rewrite, Complete)

Chapter I: Synn & the Wayward Stone

The three Bringers of Hope walk in total silence. No one can find words to speak, too much has happened recently. Drayk is far too focused on what is to come. He still can't help but feel like Master Leon has betrayed them by not telling them the truth about what they were doing. He lead them straight to the rise of the ultimate evil. Although, Drayk can't blame him for not telling them though. There would have been no way to know how they would have reacted to the whole truth. He's not even sure how to react now.

Roku is lost in her own little world, trying her best to not think about what's going on. She finds it better to let her mind be at ease as often as possible. It's what helps her stay so positive after all. Growing up in the mountains with the hermit Crito has made her view the world from a secluded perspective. There are things she cannot escape however. The words that are carried in the winds are what Roku finds hardest to ignore. They are everywhere they go, with the exception of the realms. She can always hear the cries for help and the sound of people in agony. How she wishes she could unlearn this ability. It has its perks, but also has its huge downsides.

Throughout everything that has happened, Sammi is unable to find words. She has so much that she wishes to discuss with her brother, however the words cannot be found. The memories of what had happened between her and the Dark Lord now haunt her. Allowing herself to succumb to the darkness sickens her and fills her with guilt. She is worried about what Drayk thinks about her doing so. A bigger fear is that he will not accept her as a Bringer of Hope. She knows he will always love her, but it's because of that she is concerned he will worry for her safety too much. Deep down in her heart, Sammi knows her big brother will never be okay with her fighting against the darkness along side them.

The small cottage belonging to Synn is coming into view. So many days have passed, and they are finally reaching a point where they can find a moment's reprieve. Roku's mother will welcome them with a place to get some much needed rest and a good meal. Drayk starts to think about how Roku must feel about knowing she can visit her mother anytime she pleases, as long as she's in the area. Before they were reunited at this house, Synn had not seen her daughter since the attack on the Ice capital city, Froz.

Synn walks out of the house to greet them. Her red hair flows in the wind and her face is lit with a welcoming smile. Seeing that her daughter is returning safely from her quest to redeem the fallen goddess warms her heart. She succeeded. Synn allows the Bringers to get closer before speaking to them.

Synn speaks in a calm and soothing voice, "It's so good to see you again Riinah. Glad to see you're safe. You defeated Lord Xivaac then?"

"Yes, but we have a bigger problem," Roku hesitates before finishing her response, "Lady Parocaav is the true darkness this planet is plagued with."

"Oh my. It sounds like you three must have quite the story to tell," Synn smiles, "Come inside and I'll brew some fresh tea. Then I want to hear all about it. I might know something useful."

A few hours later ~

After having explained everything to Synn, Drayk and Sammi head outside to get some fresh air. They both know they need to do some serious catching up. Sammi is aware this won't be easy for him, especially in front of Roku and her mother. She had whispered into his ear it may be a good idea to step out to give them privacy. Once they get outside and out of sight, Synn turns to face Roku. She gives her daughter a smile, but sorrow fills her eyes.

"So. You're father gave his own life for you," Synn sighs, "Sounds like.... the man I fell in love with. I'm just glad to hear he wasn't so bad in the end. I spent so many years hating him for all he did, for all the pain he caused. He showed that he cared for you. He showed that he felt guilt for all he had done. Kraag."