The Vanguards (with an exemption of Aichi and Kai), the Guardian and the unit representative/s of each clan had gathered at the Genesis clan for a meeting. And with the recent incident that had occurred because of the enemy, the fire burning within each and every one of them grew even more and their determination to defeat Yami followed with it.

But before they could fight the force, let alone confront him, they needed a strategy first.

Marron's POV

I will not deny that the Vanguards are capable of setting us free from Yami's control with the help of their avatars and a perfect plan. However, I admit that I actually have doubts about entrusting the future of Cray to them. Especially since time is running out and they don't seem to realize that...

"We will not use bait to lure Yami in!!" Said the Vanguard with blond hair and purple eyes, whom I now know is Tetra Burst Dragon's Vanguard.

"I agree with Leon." The Guardian said in agreement. "We cannot take the risk of losing another ally. That will only mean that we've given up on saving the Planet Cray and surrendered our freedom to Yami."

"How many plans have been suggested so far?" Seeker, Sacred Wingal asked.

"That was the fifteenth... and the worst one yet." Replied Percival.

"As well as the fifteenth to be denied." Asura Kaizer sighed.

"Anyone else?" The Guardian asked. "How about the units? Have you thought of anything that could lead us to Yami's weakness? Something that doesn't involve sacrifice, bait, spying or attacking recklessly."

"None so far. If we did, we would have already suggested it." Tetra Burst Dragon said in our behalf.

"I can't believe I'm saying this, but I wish the Royal Paladins were here right now. We could have already made a perfect plan with them around." Blaster Dark sighed.

"And from what clan do you think we came to represent?" I whispered to myself, but loud enough for everyone to hear. A tick mark was visible on my head. Everyone laughed at this while Blaster Dark simply looked at me.

"I was talking about the units the Vanguards have entrusted." He then smirked when I didn't reply.

"Now, now. Enough fighting." The Guardian said. "We don't have time to argue between ourselves."

Both of us didn't speak, thus ending that argument with the Shadow Paladin leader as the winner.

"Anyway, back to more important matters..." the red haired Vanguard beside Blaster Dark (Ren) started. "Yami isn't our only problem remember? We also have to figure out a way to defeat that mysterious unit aiding our enemy."

"True. But how do we find his or her weakness when we don't even know who he or she is?" The Vanguard with red orange hair and golden eyes (Naoki) stated.

"Well, you do have a point there. All we know about the unit is that he or she must have some long ranged weapon as to attack while unnoticed." Said the Vanguard with blond hair and gray eyes (Miwa).

"Actually, if I recall correctly... I think the unit was an archer." A Vanguard with cyan hair and red eyes (Gaillard) wondered out loud. All eyes were fixed on him the moment he said that.

"And how did you come up with that guess?" The yellow haired Vanguard beside Tetra Burst Dragon, whose name I just discovered is Leon, questioned.

"Ummm..." the Gold Paladin Vanguard hesitated so Bluish Flame Liberator, Percival answered on his Vanguard's behalf.

"We have discovered that after my Vanguard, the Royal Paladin leader and I saw Platina Ezel and his Vanguard in terrible condition a day before they had departed for the Royal Paladin clan. We found them in a field surrounded by arrows and blood. The blood probably belonged to them as well."

"You mean Aichi Sendou and your leader has already been attacked by an enemy other than Yami twice?" The Guardian asked.

"Yeah." Percival said sadly.

"Then the more we have to hurry and defeat both Yami and his friend!" The black and spiky haired Vanguard with red eyes (Kamui) exclaimed.

"I agree" The Guardian smiled a little and the rest of us nodded in agreement.

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"Well, that was certainly interesting." Said Wingal as we departed the Genesis clan. With the plan finally settled, we had what we came for. All that's left is to pass this information to the king.

"I couldn't agree more. But to think that the meeting would end the way it did." I laughed.

"If this didn't involve the fate of both worlds, I think we could have stayed more."

"But it does involve our worlds so we have to focus on more important matters."

"Sure sure mr. 'I-can't-take-a-joke'" was what Wingal last said before running away from his punishment.

Well, Wingal escaped hours ago and left me in the middle of nowhere. It's possible that we're nearing the clan but still...

"..." When I realized what just happened, I quickly ran and chased the dog that seemed to be getting away.

"GET BACK HERE WINGAL!!"

After a few good hours of trying to catch up to him, Wingal was no where in sight anymore.

"Oh! He is sooo going to get it when I find him!" I not-so-silently muttered to myself as I tried not to complete lose my temper on the royal beast. Before fully calming myself down and searching my way back to the clan.

Alfred's POV

"What am I going to do?" I silently asked myself. With the Vanguards injured and Blaster Blade probably still in worst condition, who knows what would happen next. Especially since we couldn't really trust the Guardian to come up with a plan that would reassure the survival of those fighting against Yami.

"You're worrying too much, Alfred. Do you really think Takuto would allow the others to die in battle? True he isn't exactly the best strategist we've ever had. But he isn't the worst either." Blazing Lion, Platina Ezel reassured.

"How did you-"

"I learned a thing or two about how to read your expression thanks to a certain confidant of yours."

Was there even a need for him to tell Ezel that? I thought to myself.

"Besides, he isn't alone. The units representing Cray, their avatars... heck, even those two you've sent could help him in correcting whatever mistake he creates." Ezel added.

"Er... that's true. But still..."

"Oh stop being a worry wart! That isn't like you at all. Are you sure you aren't getting a cold with all your stress?" Platina Ezel sarcastically said.

"Oh, I'm sick alright. Sick of your jokes." I followed his sarcastic mood.

The Gold Paladin leader raised a finger and opened his mouth to speak for awhile before closing it again. I, on the other hand, simply smirked in victory.

But before any of us could speak further, we both heared a knock on the door before a voice followed.

"Ummm... your majesty..." said a young, yet firm voice. Recognizing the speaker immediately, I stood up from where I was and called him to come in.

"So, how was the situation back at the Genesis clan... Marron?"

Misaki's POV

A week after our reunion, we finally got ready for our next task. If our plan would come through perfectly, then we could finally put an end to all these once and for all.

"Are you ready everyone?" Takuto said once we gathered outside the gates of the Genesis clan.

"You bet!" Chris exclaimed.

"It's time we put an end to Yami's reign." Leon followed.

"I couldn't agree more." Gaillard added.

"Let's pay him back a hundredfold for what he's done to bro and the rest of Cray!" Kamui cheered.

"Let's just hope we can actually pull it off." Miwa nervously said.

"Oh, we can pull it off alright!! Yami won't even know what hit em!" Naoki raised his fist.

"It's time to turn things around." Was what I said.

"Yes!!" They all replied.

"Let's do this!!!" Ended Ren.

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Hello minna-san~♡ I hope you enjoyed this chapter. The book is reaching it's climax now and apparently... nearing the end of the story as well. I'd say about three to four chapters more counting this one and the epilogue.

As much as I want to say a few stuff right here, right now... I should probably wait till at least the chapter before the epilogue or the last chapter itself. So for now... I'd just leave you guys with two chapters today!

Read, comment, vote and enjoy the rest of the story minna~♡

-Jemiluc