The Descendants

Donkor's Contest

"Impossible." Dara said underneath her breath.

She couldn't believe her eyes.
How was it even possible?
No, that was a foolish question, of course she knew how, it was Akachi who did it.

     Timothy had taken Dara to a minor study within the castle. Ron had left them alone to talk, and Timothy had filled her in about everything that had been going on. He had apologized, and told her he had no idea she was going to be kidnapped with the keeper of the of health, and that it was all just  a misunderstanding, but she hadn't told him she was the Kuugoira and was kidnapped for that reason.

     She didn't trust him fully yet, and the less he knew, the better, although he was bound to find out eventually.

     She was most stunned when he had brought out a piece of paper and placed it on the table before her. On it was a detailed sketch of Tobi in a cloak, declared a wanted fugitive.

     Of course Akachi would have orchestrated it, he was so obsessed about getting the keys.

     Obviously he wanted to keep the power for himself, if not, why would he need the keys as well as the complete staff of the queen?

     He was just using the 'Peace of the World' scheme as a facade.

     Timothy had told her about the inner circle, and how Akachi planned to grant a key to each member, and then use it to unlock the beast of fear to bring about true world peace.

Only a lunatic would do that.

     What she couldn't even seem to grasp was how Timothy would be okay with everything; with his friends being kidnapped and turned fugitive; with the idea of the world being thrown into chaos, all in the name of preserving true peace.

     Couldn't he see it was all just a big scam?

     Akachi was a power monger who was only interested in himself.

     Timothy was saying something about getting to Tobi first, before Akachi laid hands on him, but Dara was barely listening, she was hyperventilating now.

     Suddenly, the familiar throbbing in her head started again, but much more painful this time, she clutched her head again, screaming. She was vaguely aware of her surroundings. She thought she heard Timothy yell out in pain; he was saying something to her but she couldn't hear anything, and then, she blacked out.

***
     Timothy sat on the edge of the table before Dara. He was doubting his decision to tell Dara everything he knew. She had spoken with Akachi and decided to join them which meant that she must already know about most of what he was telling her, but her expression changed when he had asked her if she knew about Tobi's situation. She just stared at the paper he had shown her, looking confused like she was at war with herself; obviously she had no idea what was going on.

     She had probably split up with Tobi and John on their way to Southeast district. It would make perfect sense that she didn't know anything if that was the case. But John had been utterly clueless as well, so what could have happened to Tobi, and if what they say about him taking down a lieutenant is true, then what is the source of his power?

     "Dara, you obviously don't know anything about it, but I've made up my mind. I'm going to get to him before Akachi does and I need your help. That way, we can ensure no harm comes to him. I know he hasn't earned his key's powers, so if we get to him first..."

Timothy paused when he noticed Dara clutching her head.

     Suddenly, it became dark and cloudy outside, wind blowing and lightning flashing.