Genesis Reality II

Chapter XV - Rift

The group boarded the airship, feeling exhausted and drained both physically and emotionally.

"We'll be home shortly, don't be afraid to rest up," Rosalia explained as everyone entered the massive airship.

It was very dark, and the mist from the Eleutheria Bypass covered the airship so they weren't seen.

Mai, Asthon, and Taurus fell asleep in separate bedrooms abroad while Mizore and Vincent stood up in the main corridor with Rosalia.

"If you knew this was dangerous for us, why would you push that we do it?" Vincent asked as the three of them sat down and had tea.

"I felt comfortable in my conscript. You rid the world of devastation and I figured it would be no problem. Also... for Axel." Rosalia explained, trying not to look at Vincent in the eyes.

"We were determined too, but things fell out of our control so quickly..." Mizore said, clenching her shirt by her heart.

"When we get back, I will no longer hide the state of our military to the people of Crescent City any longer," Rosalia explained.

"We could have Rin as soon as we get home... I know what to do." Vincent explained.

"Your Chaos... correct?" Rosalia asked.

Vincent nodded his head, resting his hands on his laps.

"I'm afraid of you putting your lives in danger. I know about your second Omen, and I know it's what can be used to rid Emergence... It's just, a scary process." Rosalia explained.

"How long have you known?" Mizore asked.

"It took time to realize it, but the symptoms of Vincent's dreams before your departure allowed me to learn it was Vincent. We will conduct a ceremony whenever you feel comfortable, Vincent." Rosalia explained.

"I want to do it as soon as we head back." Vincent declared, standing up. "No matter how tired I am... This has to be done."

"But it's too soon! You should sleep on it and-" Rosalia explained while getting interrupted.

"I know what I want. We're doing it tonight." Vincent said with an expressionless face.

The group arrived at Crescent City and landed within the castle walls.

"I'm so tired..." Mai explained, walking into the main towers of the castle.

"You're being escorted to the cave, Butterfly Spirit's orders." A WPO soldier said to Mai as he stopped her from entering the towers.

Mai turned back to Vincent and the others with a confused look on her face.

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The five were driven into Belkin at approximately 1 a.m.

"Is it time already?" Mai asked, holding onto Vincent's hand.

Vincent shifted his fingers to wrap around Mai's.

"I don't know yet..." Vincent said as he turned to Mai and smiled.

Vincent's eyes began to water as he smiled at his lover.

Taurus stared at the crescent moon outside, thinking about life and everything leading up to this moment.

"The minute I heard my name come from Rosalia's mouth at the elections... I knew my life would have changed forever." Taurus explained, catching everyone's attention.

"Look at how much we've grown..." Taurus continued as tears fell onto his open palms.

Taurus also thought about Panthena, pushing more tears forward.