The Quest for Peace Chapter 17E

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The Quest for Peace: Chapter 17E, Senior Year

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The final year of generation five’s college comes to an end. And also their four years of immunity protection from their respective family obligations, now that college is over the members of the generation are now expected to pick up where they left off before and continue the fight against Dalen and Batalia’s reign of terror. The strain of holding the world together has taken a toll on Cupid and Aphrodite, the twins Bliss and Euphoria have to take over for their family members until the main line is ready to take on Dalen…

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Bliss: I love this movie. Euphoria: Me too, what’s wrong daddy? Don’t you like it? Cupid: Hmm? Oh sure it’s great, very amusing mortals. Euphoria: Daddy? Cupid: I’m sorry baby girl, things are really tough at mom’s temple.

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Bliss: What do you mean tough? What’s wrong with her? Cupid: Your grandmother and I have been trying very hard to hold off Dalen while you kids were in college but we’ve hit rock bottom now. Mom is so weak…she can hardly get out of bed anymore, and I’m nearly taxed myself. Euphoria: Well…why didn’t you tell us? We would have helped! Cupid: We wanted you kids to enjoy being happy before you had to pick up the fight. Bliss: Dad, why would you keep this from us for so long? If Grandma is sick we would’ve left immediately to help you. Cupid: It’s our burden to bear for now son, Dalen is the problem of the Olympians. Bliss: WE’RE Olympians too!! It should be all of our problem not just you!! Cupid: You’re half gods, no one expects you to be on the front lines. Bliss: That’s a real slap in the face for us you understand that right? It’s like you don’t believe we’re capable of handling the pressure you’re under. Cupid: I don’t think that, it was the decision of the other Olympians and backed by Hera. Euphoria: Hera said that? Cupid: Yes, she’s been doing the talking for Zeus…the coward. Bliss: Where is he? Cupid: Who knows? And who cares. He took off right after he killed Jason and hasn’t been seen since…anyway I came here to spend some time with my children not to talk shop. What else is on? I need a good laugh right about now.

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Cupid: Oh hey!! Look!! A new season of America’s Next Top Model!! I love this show. Bliss: Well, as long as he’s amused. What will we do twin? Euphoria: You’re asking me? What am I going to tell Euan? We can’t possibly get married now, not when we’re in the middle of a crisis… Bliss: Pandora…I hear you. What will I tell her?

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Bliss had to see Pandora, he had to tell her what was going on and possibly…let her go. She was heiress of the Quest, she needed someone to make sure the family line continued and was strong enough to fight when the time came. The glow of her love for him made his words choke and die in his throat, how can he break her heart and leave her when she still loves him so much? Her green eyes stared deep into his brown ones, the light of hope, of love, of passion… Pandora: Bliss?

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Pandora: Bliss? Are you in there? Bliss: Dora…I’m here. Pandora: What’s on your mind, you’re not here…do I have to tickle attack you? Bliss: No, not that. Dad came to see us last night…my grandma’s sick. Pandora: Oh…is she going to be okay? Bliss: I don’t know…what is that whirring noise?

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Pandora: Oh don’t mind that, it’s the just damn Cow about to be fried by Paris’s Sentry Bot. What are you going to do about Aphrodite? Bliss smiled weakly; at least she could still make him smile even when he was hurting. “Dad said we don’t have to worry about grandma, that we should enjoy our last year. But I can’t help but think I should be doing something to help them.” Pandora: I see, I kinda feel like it’s my fault for not being born soon enough to stop Dalen. I see how his tyranny is affecting the ones I care about and how I can’t do anything about it. Bliss: It’s not your fault, never think that it is. You can’t help when you were born; this began long before either of us were. Pandora: Yeah, Sins of the Past…

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Despite the looming trouble on the horizon the two young lovers still managed to make the best of their time now. He remembered his silent vow to himself during their Freshman year, that he would make the best of the four short years he had with her now even if he had to watch her marry someone else, have his kids…carry on the Quest…leave him…

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He watched her as she bemoaned the interruption of her siblings’ need to Tickle Attack each other in the same room as her, on a date. Her face bearing an adorable annoyed expression that made her emerald eyes dance with a spark he loved…

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When she finally shooed them out of the room, he caught her as she leapt happily into his arms asking for a round two. He realized that he couldn’t let her go, he couldn’t let her marry someone else…he wanted to keep her to himself. As much as he desired that small comfort mortals take for granted he knew it would never be allowed. He was a half god, she was a mortal with a mission; his family was suffering and that had to take priority over his personal happiness.

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They moved out into the hallway for a dance, his thoughts still bothered him but Pandora had no idea all she saw was him with her right now. Maybe he should be thinking about the now instead? His vow kept coming back to him, drowning out the other thoughts in his head. He had her now…that is all he needed.

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All he needed…all he wanted…all that mattered. ******

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“Aiden…” Hope moaned. “When are you going to stop this booty train running through my house? I am really tired of finding other girls’ stuff in my bathroom and my make up going down mysteriously faster than I use it.” Aiden: Since when did you care? Hope: I had change of heart. It’s beginning to irritate me I just wanna smite the damn bimbos. Aiden grinned; “It’s fun, you honestly think dad’s gonna let me continue once I get back to the Temple? I don’t think so.”

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Hope: I mean mortals are one thing but did you really have to go after goddesses too? That’s just asking for trouble and to be caught. Aiden’s grin grew wider; “That’s what makes it such a rush sis, the thrill and danger of the forbidden fruit, the unattainable. The chase my dear little sister is what I live for.” Hope: Well then hear this big bro: You either stop now or I make you stop. You know my powers, and don’t think you’re immune to them. Aiden’s grin faded; “You’d threaten me? You’d threaten to make me mortal? Father’s heir? You must be joking.” Hope: Do I look like I’m joking? Aiden: I don’t believe you.

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Hope: Then you’re a fool. Tell you what, I win you stop the booty train; you win and I leave you be. Aiden: How about this? I win, you give up your mortal boy toy and join with me; together we’d be unstoppable. Hope: You’d dare to mutiny against daddy? Aiden: He’s depending a great deal on us to win his little war, without us he’s got no insurance against a full out attack by the other gods. Hope: When did you become so ambitious? Aiden: Like father like son, he made me into what I am.

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Needless to say, he lost. But rather than let everything he enjoyed come to an end, he just made it so not getting all of it wouldn’t bother him so much. He remembered the weird old lamp that was left on the steps of the temple when he was younger, he heard there were things the Djinn could do…

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Aiden: You’re it? The all power Djinn that can do so much? Djinn: Well, from the one asking for use of the power I possess you’re not very respectful. Aiden: I’m a god, whatever you are, you’re supposed to be in awe of my power. Djinn: Then if you’re so much more powerful what do you need me for? Aiden: I lost a bet. To my kid sister.

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Djinn: There’s one I’ve never heard before. What do you want? Aiden: Peace of Mind. Make it so not getting woo-hoo won’t send me into the crazies. Djinn: Very well young god. You shall have the Peace of Mind you desire. Anything else? You have two left. Aiden: Later. Just one for now. ******

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Drinn: …then I totally blew outta there, they never saw me go. Helen: Drinn, that’s mean and hilarious too. Drinn: What? It’s the most fun I’ve had in 1200 years and it’s not like the fur won’t grow back or anything. Helen: Anyway, in your 1200 years have you ever been bowling? Drinn: Bowling? What’s that?

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Helen: You take this ball here and throw it down the laneway and try to knock over as many of those white pins at the end as you can. It’s easy. Drinn: You want me to throw the ball at the white things? Can’t I just blast them instead? Helen: No, use the ball. Like this see? Drinn: Looks boring. You sure I can’t blast them?

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Drinn: What? Like this? Helen: Yeah!! You got it!! Drinn: Hey, what does the big red X mean? Helen: A strike!!

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Helen: A strike is good, you’re winning!! Drinn: AWESOME!! I murdered those pins!! Helen: Now if you do it ten more times you earn the score of 300, a perfect game. But don’t get cocky, that 300 is mine baby. Drinn: A challenge? Well I’ll show you mortal!! That 300 is mine.

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Drinn: Now THAT’S what I’m talking about!! 300 baby!! Yeah!! Helen: Okay, okay, no need to be a bad winner. Drinn: Jealous love? Aww, I don’t blame you I’m awesome after all. Helen: No, just lucky. *sticks out tongue*

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Helen sat down, he was on roll and he was happy too. She left him to “murder” the pins as he called it she could almost forget that he was a tool of the family enemy when she saw him being happy like that. It wasn’t like he chose to be a tool of evil, he was just drafted into becoming one. The freedom of choices, Helen never really thought much about it; it was a given. But then you lose sight of the ones who don’t have that luxury, like Drinn. He was an alien, from a world far different than hers…

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Helen: Drinn, turn around. Drinn: Huh? OOPHH!! What is this for? Helen: Just because, and because I love you. Drinn: I love you too Helen. She smiled, this was right, this was good. She could save him with her love, with their love.

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Helen was sure that she could save him, it was all she could do to be a part of the fight against his master. Take away the weapon, weaken the enemy. It sounded like a good strategy to her, and it would give Drinn a chance to have a choice for the first time in his long life.

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Helen: Don’t go. Drinn: Go where? Helen: Back to him, back to your master. Stay with me. Drinn: Helen…

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Helen: I don’t want to lose you, to evil. Drinn: Helen, I have no choice. He’s my master, he owns me. Even if I did want to leave he would never let me go. Helen: This is the 21st century, slavery doesn’t exist anymore. Drinn: You forget, I’m not human or from Earth for that matter. Your mortal laws don’t apply to me. Helen: That doesn’t make it right. Drinn: Maybe not, but that’s the way it is.

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The first semester of Senior year was stressful for everyone, and Pandora decided that it was time to get away from it all. To forget about guy troubles, grades and school for a few days. Helen welcomed the break from it all, she had to let Drinn go back to Dalen after she made him promise he wouldn’t stop seeing her. Perseus opted out of the trip, he said he would rather not fry to death before he got the chance to get married. And someone had to stay behind to make sure the new Greek House members Fox Winston and Jordan Bailey wouldn’t wreck the place.

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The long 10 hour flight to Takemizu from Athens International had worn out the kids. And the weather was cooler than they were used to as well, but the fall colours were pretty. Pandora: Isn’t this great guys? Look at all the colours!! Helen: I’m so bushed I could sleep for a week. Paris: Jet lag, it’ll pass.

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Helen: I hope so, I’d hate to learn that Perseus got into trouble back home with the new members. Paris: He’ll just Bleh them or threaten to turn them into toads if they wreck the place, don’t worry about it. Helen: Yeah, let’s just enjoy the vacation. I’m looking forward to trying out one of those onsens they’re so famous here for.

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Pandora: Hey, look cups!! Whee!! Paris: You break them, you buy them. Pandora: Kill joy. Paris: We just got here, let’s not give them reason to send us back.

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After a nap, the kids headed out to see the sights and to chat with the locals; the ones that spoke their language anyway. Helen: So Paris, how come we’ve never met any girl you like yet? Paris: You’re one to talk; you won’t let us talk to your dark skinned guy. Helen: I told you, I’ll let you meet Drinn when I’m ready. Paris: And what kind of name is Drinn anyway?

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Pandora: Oh hey!! I hear you teach teleportation. I could use that right about now. Ninja: Oh…yes I do but I’m afraid circumstances bar me from showing you Pandora Reed. Pandora: How do you know my name? Ninja: We know. Pandora: We? Ninja: Yes we. I have to go. Before she could question him further he teleported off, leaving her confused and slightly disturbed that a total stranger know who she is.

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Pandora found her siblings and told them what the ninja said to her. Pandora: And he knew my full name but wouldn’t say how or why he knew. Helen: Weird, why would he know who you were? Paris: You still have your passport right? He could’ve got your name off that if you dropped it. Pandora: No, it’s in the safe in our room. But he said circumstances barred him from teaching me. Helen: I say forget it, and have some tea. Pandora: Maybe…

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Pandora let the matter drop, but it was still on her mind. And it bothered her… Helen: Paris, do you have to soap the fountain? Paris: Yes. Why would you even ask that question? Helen: Brat. Where did you get the soap anyway? Paris: Storage closet. Bathrooms. Duh.

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It was good luck that their hotel happened to have its own spa service which was just what Paris was looking forward to experiencing. His masseus was so good that he wanted her to teach him so he could do it back home. His new girlfriend Ariella would love to get one. Also it gave him time to think about what Pandora had told them about the ninja, how would he know her name? Even all the way over here they couldn’t know who their family was or what they were trying to do right?

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The next day they went to a local onsen to unwind, getting used to the noises of a new place had made their first night in Takemizu hard to sleep through. They talked about whatever, and it didn’t matter what it was about it just nice to be together before they all headed out to live their own lives. Pandora had the Quest in her path, while the other three were free to do whatever they wanted to. It didn’t take long for the girls to pry out the name of Paris’s girlfriend after they threatened to dunk him under the hot waters until he talked. Helen was all giddy and wanted to meet her future sister in law as soon as possible while Pandora just laid back and listened to her younger siblings talk.

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Pandora: And what about you little sis? Who’s your mystery guy? Or do we have to dunk you under too? Helen: He’s…special. I want to wait until everyone is together to introduce him, mama and daddy too. Maybe at my grad party. But while we’re on the subject, do I have to start planning my bridesmaid dress for our heiress any time soon? Pandora flinched; why did she have to mention that? “I uh…don’t know yet.” Paris and Helen: WHAT??!! You’re the heiress and you don’t even have someone?? Pandora: Please, don’t tell daddy. I don’t want to disappoint him. She was glad when they didn’t push further than that. How was she going to carry on the Quest?

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One of the most important things to do in Takemizu was find the Wise Old Man, rumour has it that if you performed the correct steps he would share with you an old legend passed down throughout the village. Paris wasn’t all that interested but his sisters were and he figured he would go along as a chaperone of course. However he may have underestimated his sisters’ playful natures…

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Helen thought it would be more fun to teach him a song she knew rather than be bothered to figure out the right steps to get the legend relayed to them. The language barrier was troublesome, his Greek was non-existent and her Japanese was just as bad so they settled on broken English instead which seemed to work out. He seemed to enjoy learning the song from her.

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Helen: Umm, is right this? I know not correct way. Wise Old Man: Hai, is good. Helen: Umm…ari—ariagatou.

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Helen: And that’s how they greet you here. Pandora: Weird, where did you pick up that? Helen: Someone showed me, a local I think. Paris: We went all the way there and didn’t even learn the legend. What a waste. Helen: I liked it, it was fun. Paris: No you trying to speak English was funny. Pandora: We really should look into learning English. I mean we grew up hearing Greek but English is one of most common languages on Earth.

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Eventually, their vacation came to an end and it was time to head back to Hidden City. The kids had learned a lot here on vacation and got some much needed recharge time, but the one thing that still bothered Pandora was the ninja’s words and how he knew who she was. Maybe she would find out someday why that was, but more so she wondered what Perseus had been up to back home…

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As they would find out, he was perfectly fine. Making use of his time alone with the newbies to take care of a certain annoying cheerleader who wouldn’t leave him alone. Maria Riddle, wouldn’t be Vo Gerbiting outside his window when he was trying to sleep anymore.

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Maria: Like this bites. Perseus: You can say that again. Now maybe you’ll leave me alone when I’m trying to sleep. Maria: You coulda found a better way, how am I going to go to my games now? Perseus: Not my problem now take off it’s nearly daylight. ******

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Psyche was bored; Aiden hadn’t called her in weeks and she was missing for a little action. She figured that he would have to call if she found someone to make him jealous with, so she tried out the Well Drop program and it sent her Rodney Jung. He was well off, smart and charismatic and she found herself immediately smitten with his smouldering good looks and charm…

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Rodney: It’s so refreshing to find someone who shares my love of Fortune. How did I never meet you until now? Psyche: Daddy’s head of the SCIA, so that usually scares off rich suitors. Rodney: Well then maybe if I impress him he could look in on some of my business associates, I think they’re trying to scam me. Psyche: We shall get along well you and I, I know it.

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Psyche: But first my cousins think that we should do some “family bonding” and are packing us up for a vacation so we’ll have to pick this up when I get back. Will you wait for me? Rodney: Of course, just let me give you my private number line. Psyche: I think I love you already. You have a private yacht to go with that private line? Rodney: I have two.

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They booked six seats to Twikki Island the next day. Orpheus had asked if they could bring along their younger sister Andromeda so she could spend some time with them. Psyche couldn’t care one way of the other, she really didn’t know her youngest cousin anyway. After all she put up with Pyrrah and her new beau Sloan around the house already.

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Pyrrah: I’m so glad you’re here Drommy. This is going to be so much fun for us to spend some girly time together. Andromeda: Thanks for letting me come big sissy. I wanted to travel with you guys. Pyrrah: We’ll have so much fun, you won’t ever want to leave. Andromeda: Really?

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Orpheus: A few things first, don’t talk to the weird guy with the top hat and funky moustache and always stay close to one of us so we can see you. Twikki Island isn’t Mykanos things are different here. And dad wants me to encourage some niceness into you, don’t know why. Andromeda: Aww, why? This is supposed to be fun not work away from home. Pyrrah said so.

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Orpheus: She’s right, it is supposed to be fun so who cares what dad said. Wanna play Helicopter? Andromeda: Do I!! Don’t let go okay? Orpheus: Wouldn’t dream of it squirt, here we GO!!

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Andromeda: I’m gonna puke!!! Orpheus: Then we’re doing it right, aim away from me okay? She squealed with laughter as he spun her around again, he could tell this was the most fun she’d ever had so far.

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Penelope: Don’t hog her all day, I wanna play with her too. Orpheus: Okay, okay. I’ll let her down.

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They headed over to the rest of the ruins to explore, this ruin in particular was dedicated to Numchuk, an ancient Polynesian god who was loved by the mortals a long time ago. Being in a place like this could teach them more about their own gods and their history as well. Penelope was more interested in the history of the place but Andromeda was only in it for the awe factor of something completely alien to her. She was so cute when her eyes were filled with wonder and excitement, it made Pen want to have her own kids and see the same look on their tiny faces. And she knew that Andy would want to have kids too, his mother was a stereotypical Family life pather who would most likely insist on it. Both she and Andy were on the same path, it was predestined.

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But asking for a little extra blessing wouldn’t hurt either. She added her wish to the coin and tossed it into the sparking turquoise waters of the shrine. Hopefully her wish would be heard.

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Across from the other ruins was another temple dedicated to the other god of the island Jumbok, and they were getting hungry from all the walking and exploring too. The local delicacy was Pineapple Surprise and they enjoyed sampling it. There was more to see and do still, but the day was waning and it would soon be dark. Penelope: This was a great idea Orpheus, thanks. Orpheus: Yeah, I thought so. And it’s good for Drommy too. Dad is so protective of his baby girl. He almost didn’t want us to take her along. Penelope: Well that’s daddy. He’s been like that since you were a baby. Orpheus: Really? I don’t remember. Penelope: Oh yeah, you sneezed and he freaked out, like the word was ending or something.

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Pyrrah: Are you almost done? I’m hungry too. Penelope: Yeah, almost. Andromeda: Slooann…play with me!! Sloan: Sure kid, what do you want to play? Andromeda: Hide and seek.

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They headed back to their hotel and it was dark by the time they got there, Andromeda was still full of energy and wanted to play some more. She cornered her sisters every chance she got and made them build sandcastles with her. They didn’t mind of course but eventually she did get tired and headed to bed.

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Sloan eventually found Pyrrah without Drommy hanging on her and he was glad to have some alone time with his girlfriend. The gentle tropical breeze and ocean waves provided the perfect chance to be romantic with her. The night was clear and the sky was filled with stars and bright, full moon. Sloan: Finally, we’re alone. Pyrrah: Yeah finally. Sloan: Your kid sister is adorable though, so I guess I can forgive it. Pyrrah: So how are you liking it here so far?

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Sloan: Much better than the dingy, run down hovel I was living in as a teenager. Pyrrah: With your siblings? Sloan: Yeah, all six of us in one house was torture. Pyrrah: That sounds horrible. Sloan: But I don’t want to talk about them. Pyrrah: Oh? What do you want to talk about? Sloan: Our future, our lives. Pyrrah: Our future? Sloan: Yes. Pyrrah: What about it?

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Sloan let go of her and bent down on one knee, Pyrrah felt her heart skip a beat. Sloan: Ever since I was a dirty, orphaned teen living in the shadow of my family’s dark past, I’ve dreamed of finding someone as lovely and beautiful as you someday. When we all got into the prestigious Academie Le Tour on a wing and prayer, it was like things were finally getting better for us.

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Pyrrah: Sloan—I… Sloan: Let me finish dearest; I was wondering what it was in me that you saw of being worthy of your love, and I’ve been looking for a way to return your precious gift. So I’m asking you, Pyrrah Thayer; will you allow me to spend the rest of our lives together so I can show you?

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Pyrrah: That’s the most beautiful thing I’ve ever heard. Of course you’re worthy of my love, no one has ever been more so. I will, I will marry you.

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The shine of the stars above paled in comparison to the shine on her face as she slipped the ring on her finger. This was the only high point in his life aside from meeting her, that she would want to love someone like him. His past was dark and painful and he never told her much about it except that his parents died and left him and his five siblings to raise themselves on the streets. His family was riddled with tragedy and premature death, he hoped that he would escape the same fate and not die young as his parents did. He wanted to die with her surrounded by their children and grandchildren, old and happy.

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Finally, he was happy…

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The next day, a bad naught of turbulence on a helicopter ride around the island had everyone coming back and hurling up what was left of their breakfasts on the street.

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All except Andromeda who was looking at the other five like they were crazy. Andromeda: I thought that was great, why are you guys all sick? Can we go again? Sloan: Urrpp…no never again. I’d rather swim back to Greece than go up in the air again.

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Orpheus must have caught the island love fever after Pyrrah announced her engagement at breakfast that morning and he realized he was the last one who didn’t have someone. Maybe it was the heat or that weird pina colada he had but he found a local girl named Daisy McCarthy to be rather intriguing.

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He was a little drunk and slurring his words slightly and it felt like he was not in control of what his body was doing. Everything he said to her was met with confused looks, his English was awful and he mixed it with Greek words occasionally but Daisy seemed to react more to the physical actions rather than his words so he managed to keep going.

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The other tourists were looking at him like he was nuts but he didn’t care, he was feeling cocky and confident right now and Daisy was liking what he was dealing so he kept it going.

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He somehow asked her back to one of his rooms here and she kinda got the message; they headed into the nearest room with his name on it…one thing led to another…

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They made quite the ruckus, and after he managed to locate his clothing he took out a ring he’d bought while shopping and knelt down in front of her. Would he regret this in the morning? Probably, once he remembered what he had done the night before. But some part of him must have wanted to do this or he would have never let it go so far.

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Or maybe he would find that his one night stand with a beautiful local island girl, would turn out to be the best thing he’d ever done. ******

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Meanwhile, back in Hidden City the doldrums of school, work and running a store were getting to Nathan. He closed his last sale with his uncle Liam at Little ‘N Local and headed back to campus. Pandora’s vacation worked wonders for them and he felt the same would be true for his family. Also he had had enough of the later summer heat of Greece, a vacation up north was just what they all needed.

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Nathan purchased a vacation home in Three Lakes with his store’s revenue and bought five tickets, for himself, his sisters, Melody and their little brother Darian. Solan insisted that they take Darian with them on their trip so it was pretty much settled.

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Darian: Like this? Nathan: Yeah, about time you learned the family traditions kid. The Slap Dance has been done since grandpa Reias came back from here years and years ago.

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Nathan: Good job kiddo. You’re a natural. Darian: Cool. What else can we do here? I wanna do it all!! Nathan: Impatient much? Okay I think the Logging Mill has something you’d like.

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Darian: Cammy? What is it? Camilla: Umm, it’s a tree section…with things on it. Darian: What things? Camilla: History of the tree, various carved initials of couples. Darian: Like who? Camilla: Some dude named DL got around a lot…

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Darian: Who’s DL? Camilla: Dunno. Darian: What else does it say? Camilla: This tree was struck by lightning 200 times…cool. Darian: Zeus can do that even this far away? Camilla: Not all lightning is from Zeus, some is just nature.

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Camilla: Maybe some day I can carve my initials in here with the guy I love… *sigh* if I ever find him that is. Darian: Cammy? Camilla: Nothing, let’s go watch Nathan topple Melody off the logs.

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Nathan: You think you can beat me? Melody: Oh it’s on, it’s definitely on now Snowflake. Nathan: I hate that name. Melody: I know, Snowflake.

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Nathan: Ha!! I’m still on!! Melody: Not for long. This is going to dunk you. Nathan: Right…I doubt that. Melody: Believe it Snowflake.

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Nathan: AHH SHI-- *splash* Melody: I told ya so. No one beats me. Camilla: WHOO!! You go girl!!! Dahlia: That’s my baby!! You rock chicky!!

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Melody: You may applaud me now my loyal fans. Darian: Nathan!! Are you okay? Melody: He’ll live; Snowflake’s too manly to let some little girl get the better of him.

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Nathan: This time… Melody: …you lose your shorts Snowflake. Nathan: I don’t think—ahh!! SHI--!!! Camilla: Hey!! Language, minors present.

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Melody: You were saying? Nathan: *splash* *glub* Nathan: Come on Mel, I’m freezing here and fear losing parts I’m rather attached to. Can’t you take a dive or something? Melody: Aww, widdle Snowy all sad now? Never, I am Mel the Log Roll Mistress. You shall never triumph over me.

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Melody eventually did take pity on Nathan and got off the log, remaining undefeated on the log roll. It was getting dark and everyone was hungry so they headed home.

Slide 92: 

Darian: Cammy, aren’t you liking these flap jack things? Camilla: Oh no, of course I do I’ve just been thinking is all. Darian: About what? Nathan: You’re too sunny to be so gloomy sis. Tell us.

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Camilla: I want a bachelor challenge. It helped daddy find mom and I’ve had no luck finding someone on my own. And we’re going to graduate when we get back home. Nathan: Really? I can’t really see you in one of those. Camilla: Maybe, but I’d like to try anyway. Dahlia: I say go for it twin; you’ll love it. ---Love his Marmite face…so kawaii…for you Lauren. ^_^

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The next morning Darian was still wondering about what Camilla had told them. Darian: Mel? What’s a bachelor challenge? Melody: Well, you have one person who’s lonely like your sister and seven others who are all put in a house with her and they compete for her affections through daily tasks. Darian: Do they work? Melody: Well you tell me, your parents found each other that way and they’re happy right? Darian: Yeah, they are.

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Darian: Dally, is Cammy going to be happy? Dahlia: Sure, she’s just a little depressed right now. She’ll be fine. Darian: Okay, that’s good. I don’t like seeing her sad. Dahlia: Me neither kiddo. All was well until Camilla decided she was cold…

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There was the beginning of my moment of sheer panic as I watched them catch fire and Camilla being right in the middle of it…

Slide 97: 

Then it got bigger and started heading for Darian…

Slide 98: 

It went back and started climbing up Camilla’s legs, then Dahlia, Melody and Nathan come running in and the OMG!! FIRE!! *panic mode* sets in…

Slide 99: 

The fireman wasn’t putting it out fast enough, he saved Cammy but it was still going for Darian and the couch…

Slide 100: 

But eventually it went out and thus order was restored to my legacy universe. I have never been so scared in the game before than this made me. The rug was toast and the couch probably prevented Darian from getting it, also the game doesn’t let you kill children anyway this all happens on their last day of vacation…

Slide 101: 

Back on campus, Senior year had finally come to a close for the main line of generation five. Helen was pleased that she made it all the way through. Helen: So llama boy, this is it, the end of college for me. Llama: Yeah…I get to stay here in ageless limbo forever so can’t say that I’m thrilled for you. Helen: Aww, well maybe one day your freedom will come.

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She changed into her robes and wrung her hands nervously, this was it the time for her to introduce Drinn to everyone… Helen: Umm, Drinn this is my brother Paris. Paris this is Drinn. Paris: Hmm. Helen: Hmm?

Slide 103: 

Paris: You break her heart, I break your neck savvy? Drinn: Well, nice to meet you too. Paris: I mean it.

Slide 104: 

Drinn: You’re too young to take me on properly mortal, know this. Paris: What are you? A god? An immortal? Drinn: You care why? Paris: Because she’s my sister, that’s why.

Slide 105: 

Helen: Guys, please? Don’t kill each other on my graduation night. Drinn: I have no intention of doing so love, him on the other hand… Paris: I’ll behave. But know that I don’t like you. Drinn: Fair enough, I don’t like you either. Helen: *sigh* Maybe daddy will have better luck.

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Julius: Hmm, so you’re the one who’s with my Helen? Drinn: Oh not you too…come on. Julius: Do you love her? Drinn: Yes, very much so. Julius: Will you be faithful to her? Drinn: Yes, I’m not one of those Romance life pathers.

Slide 107: 

Drinn: Are all of you going to give me this reaction? Seriously? Julius: You understand, she’s my baby. I have to make sure she’ll be safe when I’m gone. Drinn: She will be. Julius: Well…if she says so then I suppose I can trust you with her. Drinn: I will always look after her.

Slide 108: 

Julius: He had better…or I might get nasty. And the return of the adorable glitch face. ^_^

Slide 109: 

Julius: Perseus, my youngest baby. I’m happy you’ve managed to not fry. Perseus: Umm…thanks? I guess. I told you I’d be careful. Julius: Oh I had no doubt…okay that’s a small lie I did. Perseus: So nice to know you actually trusted me…that’s sarcasm by the way. Julius: Father’s perogative you’ll understand when you’re one.

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Marsha: I’m so happy for you sweetheart. You’ve come so far. Helen: Thanks mom, I’m happy too. Julius: So am I baby. Watch that Drinn okay? Helen: Daddy…come on he’s not that bad really. Julius: Sorry honey, it’s a dad thing. Marsha: Ignore him, he’s being unreasonable.

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Pandora: I’m glad you’re with Helen. She needs someone nice like you. Drinn: Well, there’s a first. Someone from your family actually doesn’t distrust me. Paris: I heard that. Pandora: I know people, and you’re good people Drinn. Drinn: Thank you.

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And I had special events camera on again, but this is the post engagement shot. >_< Drinn was a good Romancer, he never rolled the fear to get engaged to Helen, only to Batalia. Which makes him smarter than your average Romancer if you ask me.*nods* I love these two, Drelen for the win. Mystery gave me that cute couple name by the way. Thanks. *hug*

Slide 113: 

The next day was the grad party for the new heiress of generation five. Pandora was running around making sure everything is in order for after she leaves. Pandora: Now Jordan, you understand all that right? Jordan: Yes, I’ve told you a hundred times, I know.

Slide 114: 

Pandora: Okay so we’re clear; doors locked at all times, Sentry Bot maintained monthly to keep the damn Cow away from the lot and no additions until the next generation returns. Jordan: I know. Go get ready for your party, heiress. She smiled, Pandora relaxed a bit.

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Pandora: Uncle Marc!! You came!! Marc Antony: You think I’d miss this? Hardly. Julius: Yo, long time no see big bro. Marc Antony: Who’s fault is that? Not mine. Julius: Sure dude, blame me.

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Pandora: *squee* Blissy!! I’m graduating!! Bliss: I see, you’re thrilled. I’m happy for you baby. Pandora: I love you. Bliss said it back, but deep down it really hit home; She. Was. Leaving. Their four years of immunity was officially over now…she had to marry some other guy now…

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Marsha: Well, I must say my oldest daughter has good tastes. Winged grandbabies…how adorable. Bliss: Umm, Mrs. Reed? Is that really appropriate? Marsha: Marsha, call me Marsha. Bliss: Dora?

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Pandora: Well she’s not wrong…you are smokin’ Bliss: Wonderful. Awkward… Pandora: Let’s dance Blissy.

Slide 119: 

Fox: This is awesome, I can’t wait to graduate myself. Marc Antony: The Slap Dance is a time honoured tradition passed down from gramps. Fox: Facinating.

Slide 120: 

It was a great party, everyone had a good time. Despite Perseus not being down for it, but he didn’t want to be out in the sun anyway. Some of Marsha’s words remained with Bliss, what was the problem with helping Pandora carry on? He didn’t have to marry her but he could contribute…winged grandbabies…it was a plan.

Slide 121: 

But Marsha…the awkwardness of it, could he live with that? If it meant he could still be with Pandora then he would do it. He wasn’t going to be able to live with himself if he didn’t take a stand and declare that he wanted her and he would stand no other man trying to take her from him. His dad would still get the help he needed from him, there was no iron clad rule that said the parents of a generation had to be married right?

Slide 122: 

Pandora wasn’t the only one who wanted a party for their grad, Nathan and his sisters were also graduating this month. Nathan called his parents and grandparents over for his, he hadn’t seen his grandparents in a long time and that was one thing he regretted a lot.

Slide 123: 

Nathan: Come on gramps, hit me!! Reias: I do and you end up in the next country kid. You know better than to ask a god to go all out. Nathan: Naw, I think you’re just getting old. Reias: You wish. I can still give as good as I get, but only when appropriate.

Slide 124: 

Nathan: Oh fine then. Say how about you Marc? You gonna give me a better fight than gramps? Marc Antony: If you insist boy. I never had a son so you’re about as close as I’m going to get to having one. Nathan: Wow, that’s so nice of you. Thanks.

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And Solinny…well they’re just Solinny. Triple bolters are always god for a Roof Raising party score. And I have two sets here. ^_^

Slide 126: 

Reias: Okay, okay Cammy you win…I concede defeat. Camilla: HA!! I knew you would!!

Slide 127: 

Reias: NOT!! You’re still so young kiddo!! Camilla: Oh no!! EEKK!!

Slide 128: 

Camilla: Grandpa!! OWW!! Not the face!! My money maker!! Reias: Don’t start a fight you can’t finish, Life Lesson number 1.

Slide 129: 

Roxie: So where is this lovely Melody? I want to meet her. Dahlia: Oh, she had class she’s one semester behind us grandma. Solinny: *smooch* Nathan: Oh do you two have to do that? Eww…

Slide 130: 

Roxie: Re-re, stop pummeling our granddaughter and come over and congratulate Nathan. Reias: Yes dear, this is his day after all. Ginny: We’re so happy for you, all three of you. Solan: You did good son.

Slide 131: 

Other events of note include Fox finally settling down enough to propose to his long time remaining love, Aurora. Eddie’s kids all finished their Senior years with perfect GPA’s and spouses, all except for Amanda. Her story continues after college as the love between Bliss and Pandora deepens leaving her farther and farther behind, a love triangle which is slowly edging her out.

Slide 132: 

Graduation transitions of the cousins and friends of the family like Adele were small and went quietly…

Slide 133: 

Perseus transitioned with an odd glitch causing his eyebrows to disappear and his hair to change colour from brown to black, Camilla and Dahlia ended their college years quietly like the others before. End of Entry Twenty-Seven.

Slide 134: 

And that’s a wrap. Wow, 134 slides a new record for me. Senior year is over and my official excuse to procrastinate and delay the coming battle chapters has ended.  All 21 kids graduated with perfect GPA’s in their respective courses and 17 of 21 found spouses for the next generation. And yes, I am putting out another casting call for Camilla’s bachelorette challenge taking applicants from legacies and challenges as before; now I have a good excuse to ask for Jason Steph, I said a while ago I would and now I am. I took over 200 pictures for Senior year for all the kids and I think I used just over half of them in this chapter alone. And a legacy loophole has allowed me to make Bliss the baby daddy for generation six because honestly, I couldn’t bear to break them apart. He doesn’t have to marry her, but he can contribute. That also makes Shadow and I legacy in-laws. *waves*