Chapter 31
Kirameku Realm
Outside of the walls of The Kirameku realm.
"I hope this is far enough. Not that I think he'll be coming after us. I owe Sol a huge favor the next time I see him. *cough* damn seems like that paradox stripped me of my omniversal bias these wounds aren't healing. But I'm glad you all are saf-."
(Mesa)
Mesa collapses from his wounds and exhaustion his form reverts to normal it would seem that James Mitasakou has returned and Mesa is now asleep.
"Ugh. What happened? I have such a killer headache. Was I drinking again? Where is everyo-! James! WHAT THE HELL! What happened! EVERYONE WAKE UP NOW!"
(Iustitia)
Iustitia's shout echoed across the surroundings so much that it shook the ground. It also immediately sprung everyone up from the ground on their feet in perfect posture.
"Damnit girl what is it?"
(Travis)
Iustitia points towards James and at once everyone's eyes widened in shock.
"How come he's so badly injured and we're all ok?!"
(Sora)
"We must have been in a battle and lost someone may have healed us but James arrived too late."
(Kazuha)
"That sounds the most sound. But if that were the case how come none of us remember this battle."
(Travis)
"No, there definitely was a battle. I can't recall it completely but my body definitely does. Despite being healed. Our opponent must have been gruesome."
(Gruff)
"Yeah for sure. But without a doubt I can say that we won, otherwise why would he have such a satisfied smile on his face."
(Iustitia crying)
Every original member begins to cry but tries to hold it back. They all understood how badly James wanted to be useful and stop having to be the weak one. This time he was able to fight with his power and save anyone from dying. So even with his right torso torn off and legs missing he lays down happily with a relaxed smile. James Mitasakou, Vessel of Origin has achieved his first victory.
The day has fallen and now night has risen. Everyone sets up a camp.
"Wow Kazuha your magic is really impressive. You restored his body with ease."
(???)
"So you've came out now. Sera…"
(Kazuha)
"Now Kazuha. Why such a bitter expression."
(Sera)
"Where we're you? He's your master right?"
(Kazuha)
"Yes he is my beloved master. My creator. My heart.
(Sera)
"So why weren't you here in his most crucial moment."
(Kazuha)
"Because as I said I he's my heart. I cannot come out until he's alive."
(Sera)
"Hah! For someone who's meant to analyze all of eternity and existence you sure walked into that one easily. Because I know without a doubt that this man is completely dead. Even after I restored his body he won't gain a pulse."
(Kazuha)
"That's where you are still green Kazuha. You may have restored his body but you didn't restore his Origin. All beings have an origin, how James/Mesa is a vessel for Origin the creator god meaning that the body will not operate until Origin himself is completely restored. However Mesa is the original vessel and James is an alter ego created by Mesa to hide his powers. Before James was completely unaware of this meaning there was in truth only one vessel. But now both personalities are aware of each other and after contact with the grand paradox this was corrected and made James a new Origin. So now this body is required to have all three origins in place. However Mesa and James are unresponsive. I serve Origin and by order listen to James."
(Sera)
"I see….. so what can we do about this? Just wait?"
(Kazuha)
"No, once an Origin is gone or unresponsive that's it. If it's gone, only three powers in this world can restore them. True Control, True Manipulation, and True Omniscient. If they are just unresponsive you can also restore it by force or just wait it out but there's no telling how long. Last time Mesa's Origin went unresponsive it was for 500,000 years. This is James' first time so it can take from 1 day to an indefinite amount."
(Sera)
"How close are any of these powers? We need to gather these people anyways right so if someone is close maybe we can convince them to help."
(Kazuha)
"The closest one is True Manipulation and its user Mori Toshi. True Control is Mesa's power. True Omniscient is something I don't have current info on. It's the only True Origin that's a mystery to me now."
(Sera)
"Ok so how close is this Mori Toshi guy I say we pay him a visit. Ask if he can help and if not we beat him up. Isn't that right everyone!"
(Kazuha)
Kazuha pulls the cover of the tent and everyone eavesdropping falls to the ground.
"Ow. I told you guys this was a stupid idea. It's not like they were having a private conversation."
(Sora)
"Weren't you the first one here?"
(Iro)
"Exactly Sora you shouldn't put the blame on others simply because you got caught own up to yourself like a true man."
(Gruff)
"Aren't you too old to be leaning on a tent door Gruff."
(Iustitia)
"We're all over 10,000. What does age even matter for."
(Iro)
"Um, I think that Kazuha is waiting for an answer."
(Artemis)
"Isn't it obvious? OF COURSE WERE GOING TO GET THIS GUY!"
(Gruff, Iustitia, Sora)
"Ok that's what I like to hear!"
(Kazuha)
"Wait who the hell made you leader pal. Mr. I'm too cool to use birdcage then immediately gets one shotted."
(Sora)
"That was unnecessary but I'm not trying to be a leader, your ego is just big. Anyways, let's get back on topic."
(Kazuha)
"HEY! I am not go-"
(Sora)
Artemis covers his mouth and pulls him away
"So Kazuha continue."
(Artemis)
"Ok so Sera, where is he?"
(Kazuha)
"Currently Mori Toshi is inside of the Kirameku realms Lower District Capital."
(Sera)
"That means we'll have to avoid Boreas' attention if we have to fight him."
(Travis)
"We should be able to quickly subdue him with all of us. How strong could this guy be."
(Kazuha)
"He's the same power as Kusho. The one you all lost too."
(Sera)
"That's strong! Hmmm we'll really need to convince him then."
(Kazuha)
"I don't think he'll want to alarm Boreas either so a fight is completely out of the question."
(Travis)
"Is this Boreas guy that strong?"
(Gruff)
"Alone no. But he and the person in the Higher District together are very deadly. But also I assume that he wants to keep a low profile if his strength is that great."
(Travis)
"Makes sense, it's kinda like our situation. Except for the difference of us being hunted."
(Sora)
"Ok so the plan is to talk this guy into helping us restore James and Mesa's origin without getting into a fight and not alarming Boreas seems easy enough."
(Kazuha)
"This guy really has too much confidence."
(Sora)
"Alright everyone see you in the morning we'll head out then be ready we're heading into the first checkpoint once we enter these walls we cannot leave them until we beat Amaterasu's ass. We will go through many pleasures and displeasure and all types of trials and tribulations. But none of that matters because as James always said we are truly BOUNDLESS!"
(Gruff)
"Keep it down, meathead! But you're right. Let's get our friend back."
(Sora)
Everyone returns back to their tent to sleep the night away and prepare for the next step in their grand journey.
Inside of a certain someone's mind.
"Man that paradox really did a number on me and I got away as far as possible. I'm sure Kusho is in a similar state."
(Mesa)
"Where am I? Why is it so bright?! Wait, who are you? Who am I?! No WHO ARE YOU?! Stop copying me! Wait wait wait let's calm down it seems to be the duplicate trope."
(James and Mesa)
"Let's speak one at a time. I'm James Mitasakou but some may call me Origin."
(James)
"Funny I'm Mesa Mitasakou vessel of Origin but some may call me origin."
(Mesa)
Due to the paradox and creation of a separate Origin both are unaware of Anemo creating the alter persona of James Mitasakou separate from Mesa Mitasakou. Essentially making them actually two completely different people.
"Ok then what about the flashy guy on the throne right there. HEY WHO ARE YOU!"
(James)
"Hahahaha. That hurts my feelings. You both don't know the one who's been with you all of this time. I am the one from which both of your powers come from. My beloved vessels. I am Origin."
(Origin)
"??? But I'm Origin pal. Not you."
(James)
"Indeed you are. When Anemo created a split personality he made it so that you had both all of my previous knowledge and bits of Mesa's you're both a vessel and actually Origin. But unlike me and Mesa you possess far weaker power."
(Origin)
"I'm not really understanding all of this, how about you Mesa?"
(James)
"Huh? I understood the situation immediately when I saw him. We were both once the same person but due to something we were split apart into two different people in the same body."
(Mesa)
"Kinda like Victor and Andy from Undead Unluck. Huh interesting, so was my life a lie?"
(James)
"No not in the slightest you have experienced things me or Mesa have not personally even if your path is a result of both of ours. But I'm sure you have a goal separate from us also. I want to get my power back and reconcile with my children. Mesa wants to get his brother back and follow the role of the Origin vessel. So James what is that you want?"
(Origin)
"Well other Origin? Is that what I call you? Anyways like you said I want to get my power back and help my brother. But also I want to unite this world and take away all of the problems it currently has. All of the people in this world are suffering because of the lack of order across all nations. I want me and my friends to put an end to the current system and create our own."
(James)
"Hahaha. It would seem all of our goals align. Stop Amaterasu, Tsukiyomi, and Libra. Help Omen/Rose. Reinstate Order everywhere. You two were the absolute best choices to vessel my power. I wish I could give you more. But since my Origin wasn't the one too die we can't gain back 1% from each of them. Even in my weakened state paradoxes see me as the pinnacle of order in all the verses. However James I would like to bestow upon you a power you have lost. As you know all of my powers were spread out in books within the fake world created by Omen. But these powers stuck with Sora and Iustitia, this was Sera's doing as she was the one to create the books. James you were led to believe that Omen stole them but this was just something Sera implanted into your memories. After a long talk with her I managed to convince her to hand over all of the current books. Some skills are missing due to the lack of sufficient power; however you can still fill the pages with your own creativity. I hope this will help you in your journey."
(Origin)
"Heh that's odd, why is there sweat coming out of my eyes?"
(James)
"Have you never cried before? This must mean a lot to you then."
(Mesa)
"Indeed. James was always facing the reality of being powerless despite his true standing in everything. So to finally achieve a power of his own and to be able to fight alongside his friends brings him happiness. Even the body outside reacted this way."
(Origin)
"Mesa and Origin, Thank You both for being the foundation of my existence. Whenever I fall I hope one of you can pick back up whatever I was doing. There will be a day when we all be able to talk outside of this mind I'll make sure of it. But for now let's work together as one."
(James)
"I agree let's do our best for each other's goal."
(Mesa)
"Naturally I agree also. Now that all of that is said and done. What will you call this new power?"
(Origin)
"True Something? Hmmm True Origin? Nah that would conflict with other things. True Power? Nope, very lame. True.... Boundless. Yeah that works. True Boundless, a power that is ever expanding. Unrestricted from the confines of the world. Ignoring the rules of the world. Always bringing together. With this power I will truly be Boundless Throughout Eternity. MESA AND ORIGIN THANK YOU FOR THIS TIME. I'M GOING BACK OUTSIDE."
(James)
"Wait James you can-"
(Origin)
James tries to go back outside but hits an invisible barrier.
"Can't go outside yet."
(Origin)
"Ow, what the hell happened, why can't I leave?"
(James)
"Well as I said earlier my Origin was the only one to not die. Yours is dead and Mesas is inactive right now. Since I don't have enough power to manifest I can't control the body which means this body needs 2 active in order to function."
(Origin)
"Well how do we bring me back or activate Mesa's Origin again."
(James)
"Only True Control, True Manipulation, and True Omniscient can restore a killed or inactive Origin."
(Origin)
"Oh well then Mesa can't you restore my Origin right now?"
(James)
"Nope. I've been trying to use my powers this entire time but nothing is happening. It must be the aftermath of encountering a great paradox after coming back 500,000 years later."
(Mesa)
"Damn. Just when I was getting excited."
(James)
"Don't worry though James. Everyone outside is working hard to find True Manipulation. Luckily for us I have the power to watch either through the eyes of anyone in proximity of Sera or anyone marked by her. So we can see everything going down."
(Origin)
"Ok then is there any popcorn?"
(James)
Morning Outside The Walls of the Kirameku Realm.
"GOOD MORNING EVERYONE!"
(Gruff)
"Ugh, Again. Seriously, what is wrong with you? Were you born loud?"
(Sora)
"My mom told me that the entire village heard my cries, even the dead."
(Gruff)
"Huh, I wasn't expecting an actual answer."
(Sora)
"Well then everyone pack up the tents and let's head to the walls."
(Gruff)
"This is a super convenient situation because the only faces everyone should know is James and Mines. Everyone else shouldn't be recognized."
(Travis)
"Are you sure that your face is still recognizable after so many years in that dump?"
(Sora)
"Well yeah you guys seen how *redacted;)* was able to recognize me."
(Travis)
"Huh? What the hell was that? Some sort of secret language."
(Sora)
"What are you talking about?"
(Travis)
"Nothing doesn't seem that important. Anyways Iro can just make your appearance seem different to everyone else."
(Sora)
Everyone packs up the tents and walks towards the entrance of The Lower District of the Kirameku Realm and the True Gateway into The Land of The Sun. With the huge barrier in sight they begin to discuss their entrance
"Ok how do we get in there should be guards outside correct."
(Gruff)
"Yeah there are. But we should be able to enter with ease. This is only a border patrol and since no one thinks that anyone would dare illegally come to The Land of The Sun they're really lenient and not the best of fighters."
(Travis)
"Ok so Iro can you just turn us invisible."
(Sora)
"Yeah I can but aren't we all fast enough to enter without them seeing us."
(Iro)
"That's true"
(Sora)
"WAIT! Anything but that and actually this brings up a question for me as to how you guys entered in the first place. This barrier is super sensitive to speed. It's another reason why the border patrol is so lenient."
(Travis)
"Well you know we uh... huh didn't we like go super slow….."
(Iustitia)
"I actually can't remember either."
(Sora)
"I think one of us had the power in specializing in entering slowly."
(Gruff)
"The only way to enter is to enter in stopped time."
(Travis)
"Is that so….. damnit why can't I remember. HOW DID WE ENTER."
(Iustitia)
"Whoa no need to get so worked up if you guys can't remember it's fine. But Kazuha can't you manipulate time."
(Travis)
"Sure can. No need to worry everyone, we'll make it just fine."
(Kazuha)
"Alright then there should be no problems. Also guys I forgot to mention time and space all change every barrier. The one here is pretty cold so bundle up."
(Travis)
"He tells us this as we're about to enter."
(Sora)
"Time Magic: Time Erasure."
(Kazuha)
"Time Erasure…. WAIT NO WHY."
(Sora)
Kazuha uses Time Erasure to erase the time between them entering the barrier and charts their path to be directly above it in the sky.
"WHY MUST YOU ALWAYS BE SO FLASHY."
(Sora)
"Everyone loves a grand entrance. Lighten up. This is our start to greatness."
(Kazuha)
Everyone is free falling from the sky in a mix of emotions but overall everyone is happy and excited towards the new things they'll encounter and anxious and nervous about the things they'll suffer too. Above the sky in the Lower District of the Kirameku Realm, in the city of KAIDO
Kaido is a great snow city under the rule of the great Harbinger Boreas. The citizens of Kaido have lived happily under the rule of Boreas and have had little complaints about their livelihood. Unlike the capital in which it seems the citizens are brainwashed these people all seem free and uncontrolled.
Somewhere in Kaido...
"Toshi come on let's go, why are you in such a daze."
(???)
"Huh? Don't worry I'll be there."
(Toshi)
"Ok if you say so."
(???)
"Something big is happening. I can feel it. But I'm prepared, whoever or whatever you are I'm ready."
(Mori Toshi)
With that Volume 4 has come to a start named "Bloomings" I will be alternating between Wednesday and Friday releases every two weeks. I'll be looking into a weekly release but it'll have to be with shorter chapters:(. Anyways this volume will be centered around the mysterious Mori Toshi, The Harbinger Boreas, The Grand Festival, and Gambling between Origin, James, and Mesa???? Wait, is that seriously included? Ok well then….. I hope you all enjoy the start of another wonderful arc this time taking place in the same general location for about 2 volumes (this one and the next one) aiming for 25,000+ words. This volume I hope that's enough for everyone. Ok with that I'm signing off too much yapping.