Third P.O.V.

April 12, 20XX

Location: Planeptune's Basilicom, Sharicite Chamber

Time: Night

The Sharicite is seen right in front of both IF and Histoire as it was now retaining it's normal color. Histoire was looking at it with interest and IF was watching her from behind.

IF: So, you said that it just returned to normal all of a sudden?

Histoire: Yes. I do not know why or how, especially since the Virus Empire invaded. What's even more surprising is that all of the Planeptune technology also was restored from the suspicious malware that infected it.

IF: I realized it too. Earlier the same guy that got the intel of the Virus Empire's message said that all of the systems were back online too. Could the army be planning something?

Histoire: That is something I cannot answer, but I do have a hunch that we should be on guard for whatever is coming. As I said, viruses can corrupt shares, so I'll be keeping an eye on the Sharacite every now and then.

IF nods to that in agreement. Just then, the door to the chamber opens and Compa peeks inside.

IF: Huh? Compa?

Compa: Sorry to be a bother Iffy. . . but Nep-Nep and Ge-Ge are back. They also brought some boy along with them as well and he looked very hurt.

IF: A boy?

Histoire and IF look at each other in confusion about what Neptune and Nepgear are thinking about bringing a boy back into the Basilicom.

(Insert Opening Here)

Location: Neptune's Room

(Y/N) was laid flat on a bed unconscious and badly hurt thanks to the soldiers that confronted him earlier. Neptune, Nepgear, IF, Compa, and Histoire all gathered around him and Compa immediately started to pull out her nursing tools to see if she can heal this wounded boy.

IF: This guy looks pretty banged up. What happened to him?

Histoire: Neptune. Nepgear. I demand an explanation. Who is this young man and why is he so important that you brought him back to the Basilicom?

Nepgear: Oh. . . we don't exactly know who he is, but for some reason, he was targeted by some of the people of the Virus Empire.

Neptune: Nep Jr. and I heard laser blasts coming from every direction and I saw some drone do a barrel roll to try and avoid something this dude dished out. That's when we decided to transform and decided to join the chase. When we arrived, so many soldiers were surrounding this guy and they wanted him like he was some legendary Pokémon.

Nepgear: That's. . . one way to put it. We rescued him in just the nick of time and the soldiers made the right decision to flee as even though they were high in numbers, we were in our goddess forms, so they stood no chance against us.

Histoire: I see. . . I still don't get why you two brought him here instead of a hospital. . .

Neptune: I'll get to that Histy. You see. . . I almost didn't want to believe it, but Share energy was radiating in his body and we could both sense it. I mean, what else can he do? Seal spirits and make them go naked?

IF looks at Neptune weird from that.

IF: Quit making weird references and. . . Wait. . . Did you say. . . Share energy was. . . inside of his body. . .?

Histoire: I believe that should hear that sentence again as well? Are you sure you were sensing "Share" energy, Neptune?

Neptune: Of course! Why would I make something like that up?! Tell them Nep Jr.!

Nepgear: She's right. . . I felt Share energy in his body as well. . . I don't how he even has some.

They all look back at (Y/N) who Compa was treating as she took his school uniform and his casual clothes off. Seeing him shirtless, he had decent biceps and a fair build of a two pack which shows that he's somewhat of a hard worker. It made Neptune blush just by looking at him, but she shook it away as it wasn't the time to be focused on that right now.

Nepgear: How is he Compa. . .?

Compa leans her ear towards where (Y/N)'s heart was to hear a heartbeat and luckily enough, she heard some beats going.

Compa: He's fine. He's just asleep from how injured he is. Don't worry, I'll be able to fix him right up.

Nepgear then notices (Y/N)'s watch on his left wrist and once both of those eyes set fixated on the watch. Her eyes sparkled and Nepgear rushed over and takes (Y/N)'s wrist with extreme interest.

Nepgear: Whoa! What is this thing?! It looks really advanced! Is it something new that came out that I haven't heard of yet?! Oh, wow, I really have to look into. . .

Neptune: Geez, cool down your flaming passion, Nepgear. I know what he is wearing looks cool, but at least know that you shouldn't touch the guy's things without his consent.

Nepgear blushes as she stands up embarrassed from her sudden interest in (Y/N)'s watch.

Nepgear: Oh. . . I'm sorry. . . I got carried away and. . .

Nepgear eyes the watch once more.

Nepgear: It just looks super cool!

Compa: I understand Ge-Ge. I think it looks cool too, but I agree with Nep-Nep. Let's not bother it or he may get worried. Besides, I do need to take it off.

Compa walks over and tries to pull off (Y/N)'s watch. . . but it was no use at all as she pulls on the watch as hard as she can trying to hurt (Y/N) in the process.

Compa: *grunts* Can't seem to. . . *grunts* take it. . . *grunts* off. . .

IF: Huh. That's strange. It's just connected onto him? Who makes a watch like that?

Neptune: Oh, I don't know. If it's stuck onto him, he might just have ten aliens hiding somewhere in that watch of his. . . and maybe more. . .

IF: I'd highly doubt that. . .

Histoire: Well, I suggest that we leave his belongings where they are and give him proper care until he wakes up. In the meantime, I must run X-rays and diagnostics on the Share energy that this boy has. That will take me three days to do at most.

Neptune: Well, I guess we'll just do our best in giving ol' Ben 10 here some care. We'll take some turns in watching him, okay Nep Jr.?

Nepgear: Sounds good to me. I really want to know what that watch of his is anyway!

IF: I'll stop by every now and then to check on him too, but I also want to get some espionage on the Virus Empire so that we know more about our enemy.

Compa: 'Kay. Bye Iffy.

IF: I'll see you guys later. . . And Nep, don't watch him by just lazing around. . .

Neptune falls backwards dramatically from IF singling her out.

Neptune: Nepu!! Iffy's pointing her smart remark guns at me and just shot them point blank! Why?!

IF: Because we know you'll do that.

Histoire: Yes, I agree. Please pay close attention to him while the rest of us are busy as well.

Compa wraps a couple of large bandages around (Y/N)'s right elbow and left leg.

Compa: Don't worry, he'll be okay in no time.

Histoire nods as she flies off, but with a deep thought in her mind.

Histoire: (A boy with Share energy. . .? How is that even possible in this time? I hope that Neptune and Nepgear are telling the truth. . . because I may have a hunch on why this is happening.)

Location: Virus Empire Airship, Deck

Time: Night

General Hijack walks through an automated door and runs up to then bow to the mysterious mastermind of the Virus Empire.

General Hijack: Master. . . I'm so. . . so sorry. I tried to complete my mission at all costs, but our troops had to retreat because of those blasted CPUs. They got in our way at the last second just when I almost had the boy. Please don't punish me too much. . .

The mysterious figure stares down at Hijack with his evil red eyes and his hands crossed behind his back. There was mere silence for a moment before he decides to speak up.

Mysterious Man: I should've known. . .

General Hijack: Huh. . .?

Mysterious Man: I should've known that it wouldn't be this easy.

General Hijack: What are you talking about? You gave me my orders and I failed them. . . Shouldn't something like that be unacceptable?

Mysterious Man: What's unacceptable. . . is you talking over me while I'm trying to explain. If you DON'T want any punishment, then I suggest that you listen carefully.

General Hijack: M-My apologies, master. Please continue. . .

Mysterious Man: The moment that the boy you were all pursuing had some. . . powers. I could sense a tremendous amount of Share energy coming from him. It wasn't just normal Share energy either. I could only sense it for a short amount of time, but that much energy to not only resist us, but also have the ability to switch from virus back to shares is not normal.

General Hijack: What are you saying?

Mysterious Man: I'm saying that bitch Uranus must've done something. She probably sent something into Gamindustri in the last second before I was able to enter it myself. . . I underestimated her. . . But that doesn't mean that it will be enough to stop me from taking over all of Gamindustri!

General Hijack felt a little uneasy as he could tell that his master was a little frustrated.

General Hijack: So what should we do now? As long as that boy holds the watch and is with those CPUs, I don't even think that we'll be able to touch him.

Mysterious Man: I do have a solution. . . In fact, I will tell the other generals to do the same task that I am about to give to you.

General Hijack: I'm listening. . . I'll do whatever!

Mysterious Man: In specific parts of the nations, I want you all to make places that viruses can produce so that the shares can deplete faster than they currently are. People of course don't believe in us now since we just came here, but we make more and more viruses. . . the CPUs and not even some mere brat will be able to stop us.

General Hijack thinks about for a moment before he nods and salutes to the mysterious man.

General Hijack: I promise you master. . . I won't fail you. . . With all of the soldiers here under my command, we'll definitely come up with something in no time.

Mysterious Man: You better. . . Do not. . . And I mean it this time! Do not fail me!

General Hijack: Yes sir!

Hijack salutes to the figure before he turns and exits the room. The Virus Empire suffered a small setback, but they're about to make sure that the goddesses shares deplete for good.

Three Days Later. . .

Location: Neptune's Room

April 15, 20XX

Time: Morning

During the time that (Y/N) stayed in the Basilicom asleep from his severe injuries, Neptune, Nepgear, and Compa were the ones were stayed along with him the most to make sure that he wakes up soon enough. They each took turns watching over him and Neptune, to no one's surprise took her free time by playing video games, binging anime, or eating pudding. Nepgear was eager to see if (Y/N) would wake up because she was really interested in his golden watch while Compa just continued to give him normal treatment. IF was getting more intel in the Virus Empire and to make things easier, she brought a Virus soldier into the Basilicom's jail to try and get information on them. Histoire throughout the days was looking deep into what exactly (Y/N) is and why he has Share energy inside of him.

Now that it's morning once again, Nepgear and Compa were busy watching (Y/N) while Neptune was apparently sleeping in. However, this was the day that (Y/N) finally decides to wake up from his coma. (Y/N) slowly opens his eyes as his vision was blurry for a moment. He groans a little which caught Nepgear and Compa's attention who gasp at seeing (Y/N) waking up.

Nepgear: *gasps* He finally waking up!

(Y/N)'s vision was finally clear as he looks right in front of him to see two girls looking at him with anticipation and concern.

Compa: Um. . . mister. . . Are you alright?

(Y/N): I. . . think so.

(Y/N) looks around to see that he was in an unfamiliar place as the room was colored pink, there were comic books, toys, and video games lying on the floor. He then looks to see that he was also on someone's bed shirtless with bandages on several parts of his body. (Y/N) then tries to sit up only to feel some pain on his torso which made him wince. Compa goes up and tries to lay (Y/N) back down.

Compa: Don't try and push yourself. Your wounds will open if you do that. Please just rest for now.

(Y/N) knowing that she was indeed right about that did what she said and laid back on the bed that he was on with his head still elevated.

(Y/N): Well. . . this bites for me. I can't even go to school now in my condition.

Nepgear: You don't have to worry. We found out that you went to Planeptune's High School and we contacted them saying that you're being hospitalized in Planeptune's Basilicom.

(Y/N) goes wide-eyed once he hears that he's inside of Planeptune's Basilicom.

(Y/N): Wait. . . this is the Basilicom? Then where am I in the Basilicom?

Compa: Why you're in Nep-Nep's room, of course.

(Y/N) blushes from that as he is actually in a girl's room and not just any room, he's in a CPU's room.

(Y/N): L-L-Lady Neptune's room? How. . . did I. . . How did I end up in here?!

Nepgear: Sorry, we should probably fill you in. My sister and I saw that you were in danger and we saved you from those Virus soldiers that were trying to harm you. Afterwards, we carried you here back into the Basilicom.

(Y/N): I see. . . Then I guess that means you must be Lady Nepgear then, right?

Nepgear: *smiles* Please, you can just call me Nepgear. There's no need to be so formal. This is Compa, she's the one who healed up all of your wounds.

(Y/N) smiles at the two for helping him out.

(Y/N): Well, thank you. . . both of you. I honestly didn't expect to meet the CPU Candidate of Planeptune like this. It's kind of embarrassing. . .

Nepgear: *nervous laugh* I kind of feel the same way. . .

(Y/N): Still, it's very nice to meet both of you.

Compa: It's nice to meet you as well. What's your name, mister?

(Y/N): My name is (Y/N) (L/N).

Compa: (Y/. . . (Y/. . .?

(Y/N) raises an eyebrow at Compa mispronouncing his name.

(Y/N): Is. . . my name really that hard to say?

Compa: Oh, sorry. I didn't offend you, did I?

(Y/N) shakes his head with a nervous smile.

(Y/N): N-No. . . it's okay. Really. . . It's not like you're the very first person to get it wrong in my entire life.

Compa: I know. . . I'll just call you (N/N).

(Y/N): (N/N). . .?

Nepgear: Compa likes to give some of her friends really cute nicknames. She likes to call me Ge-Ge and my big sister Nep-Nep. I hope there isn't anything wrong with us giving you a nickname so suddenly, (Y/N).

(Y/N): . . .(N/N), huh?

(Y/N) then just smiles and gives a thumbs up.

(Y/N): I actually like it! No one's ever given me a nickname like that before.

Compa: Yay! Alright then, it's nice to meet you, (N/N).

A door is then heard open as everyone turns to see Neptune enter her room and she sees that (Y/N)'s awake and she rushes over right in front of him.

Neptune: Well, looks like the dinosaur re-hatched out of it's egg sooner than I thought it would.

(Y/N) sweatdrops from that analogy and reference that Neptune made.

(Y/N): Uh. . . L-Lady Neptune. . . One, I was asleep, not reborn. Two, I'm not a Yoshi.

Neptune points at (Y/N) surprising him.

Neptune: Don't question the way I talk buddy boy. I'm the main character so don't question the script that the author gives me.

(Y/N) was confused by that and looked at Nepgear who gives a nervous laugh.

Nepgear: Don't mind her, (Y/N). It's just stuff that Neptune does at times.

Neptune: Oh, sorry. How rude of me to make jokes without even introducing myself. However, you already know me too well, don't you?

(Y/N): Of course. You're Lady Neptune, our CPU.

Neptune: Drop the lady act, kiddo. I maybe a CPU, but I can be friends with just about anyone. Just stick with the normal language and call me Neptune.

(Y/N): Oh, well then thanks Neptune. My name is (Y/N) (L/N).

Compa: I gave him a nickname. It's (N/N). Kind of like how I did with you Nep-Nep.

Neptune: (N/N)? Well that came out in all of the suddens of suddenly, but I guess if it came from Compa, then I have no problem at all calling you (N/N) either. Hope we can raise some lily ranks together, (Y/N).

(Y/N): Uh. . . sure. Yeah. Me too.

Nepgear: Oh, that's right. (Y/N), I wanted to ask you something?

(Y/N): What is it?

Nepgear's eyes focused themselves on (Y/N)'s watch once more as her eyes sparkled.

Nepgear: Where did you get that really cool looking watch?! It looks magnificent!

(Y/N) looks at his wristwatch and finally remembers yesterday of where he got the watch and the Virus Empire started chasing him to get it.

(Y/N): You know. . . I honestly don't know. . . I just found this on my nightstand in my room where I live in Planeptune, and once I put in on it just. . . locked itself onto me. I can't even take it off when I really want to.

Neptune: Oooh. So you have one of those locked in items where you can't equip anything else?

(Y/N): If you want to word it like that then yes. I tried a bunch of things to take this damn thing off, but nothing seems to work. I don't like it, but it did help buy me some time to escape those weird soldiers. Nepgear, you said they were called. . . the Virus Empire right?

Nepgear: You're right. They came out of nowhere and just started to declare war on all of the goddesses. . .

Neptune: Those dummies can nag on us all that they like, but they'll never be able to take precious Planeptune from me. I'll Nep them faster than when I eat pudding!

The door to Neptune's room opens once again and this time Histoire bursts into the room breathing heavily with excitement on her face.

Histoire: Everyone! I just got back with the data for this young man's blood tests and. . .

Histoire then sees that (Y/N) is awake and stares at him. (Y/N) looks at Histoire awkwardly and just waves at her.

Histoire: Oh, I see you have woken up. . .

(Y/N): Yes. . . and. . . what about my blood tests? Did something happen to me while I was passed out?

Histoire: Not exactly. . . This maybe a decently long conversation. I shall go and get IF as well so she can get the details in as well.

Neptune: Oh, that's right. Where is Iffy anyways?

Histoire: Ever since yesterday when she apprehended one of the soldiers of the Virus Empire, she's been trying to get information out of him. However, from all the commotion that I heard in the jail cells. . . it may be harder than we think.

Nepgear: Yes. . . IF did have a slightly frustrated expression yesterday. The soldier probably doesn't want to give any information out about his allies whatsoever.

Histoire: That will be the least of our worries at the moment though. Compa, can you please tell IF to come up here and that it's important for her to know?

Compa nods as she get's up and walks off to go and fetch IF from the Basilicom's jail. Since it was Compa, it was no problem for IF to come from the jail and enter the room to whatever Histoire has to say that involved something important about (Y/N).

Once the whole group was together, (Y/N) explained everything that happened to him yesterday with the Virus Empire along with Neptune and Nepgear to make things more clear. Histoire and IF were listening very clearly as they got everything that (Y/N) said including some information about himself as well.

Histoire: I see. So you encountered the Virus Empire yesterday and they were chasing you down for the watch that you are currently wearing.

IF: You've got some guts if you can fight back against some thugs like those pal.

(Y/N) rubs the back of his head in being praised a little by IF.

Histoire: Yes, well, now that you've awoken (Y/N), I believe it is time that I explain the big discovery that I found when analyzing your body.

(Y/N): It's. . . nothing bad, is it?

Histoire: Yes and no. Everyone, I would like for you all to take a look at these blueprints of (Y/N)'s examination.

Histoire pulls up a hologram of (Y/N)'s insides and when they come up, it made everyone, but (Y/N) gasp at what they were seeing. (Y/N)'s human anatomy showed Share energy flowing through his entire body. You can even say that it was basically all over his blood stream.

(Y/N): What's that glowing energy in my body?

Histoire: (Y/N), do you know that Neptune and Nepgear get their power from you and other Planeptune citizens believing in them?

(Y/N): Yes, we actually was reviewing that kind of topic when I was in school a few days ago.

Histoire: Well. . . it may be a little baffling to hear this, but. . . you possess the same kind of energy that they get. . .

(Y/N) processed that for a moment before his eyes popped wide open in shock.

(Y/N): Wait, really?! How is that even possible?! I'm not a CPU! I've been human for my entire life!

Histoire: Do not worry, I'm not one hundred percent sure, but I do believe that you are still human. The Share energy is just flowing through your body, meaning that it's just traveling through your organs like normal blood. You don't seem to be "made" of Share energy like a goddess. I should ask. . . did you feel anything strange happen to you three days ago?

(Y/N): Right after I put on my watch, I got some weird migraines and a headache that felt like my body was turning on like some kind of machine. Could the watch be supplying me with Share energy, Histoire?

Histoire: If this happened on the same day. . . then I do believe so.

IF: Still. . . who just gives a random kid a watch that locks onto people? That doesn't make any damn sense. On top of all of that, the Virus Empire wants it too.

Neptune: I bet that thing will turn him into high tech alien made of metal. . . or maybe it will grant him some extra arms.

(Y/N): Well. . . none of that happened when I activated it. It just granted me the ability of flight and the use of my own kind of energy, but that's all I know for now. It even has a limit too. The more I use the watch, the more Share energy that I use.

(Y/N) then brings his wrist up to his face to look down at his watch.

(Y/N): Sadly, I think I ran out of juice on this thing. It said "Insufficient Energy" or something like that. It's like using all of the SP that you had in an RPG.

Neptune: Bleeeehh! So you can only use a couple of skills on that piece of junk? What a rip off!

(Y/N): Then again, I could be wrong. I don't even know how this thing fully functions yet.

IF: Well, if the Virus Empire wants it then we can't let them have it!

Compa: Mm-hmm. We'll make sure that they won't touch your precious watch, (N/N).

Histoire: In that case, we'll have to keep you in the Basilicom, (Y/N) if we want to keep you safe at all costs.

(Y/N) got an unsure expression from that as he'll be on curfew in a Basilicom with two goddesses to keep him safe at all costs. He'll have to skip school and his parents will probably be worried sick about him too now that he's being hunted. Neptune then crawls up to (Y/N) with a reassuring smile.

Neptune: I know that expression~ You're probably a little embarrassed that you'll have to stick inside a goddesses room, huh? Well, don't worry (N/N), you've got Nep-ko here to make sure you'll feel well like you're at home.

IF: We can send you home if you want. I'll give you the contact information of the Basilicom if you choose to do so.

(Y/N): Nah, that's okay. Honestly, I do feel like that I'd be better here where I'm more safe and sound. . . Still, is it okay if I tell my parents? I don't want them to worry. . . too much. . .

Histoire: There is actually no need, (Y/N). From us contacting your school, they have let your parents know that you are safely kept here in the Basilicom as well.

(Y/N) nods from that knowing that his clingy foster parents know that he's alright. Although, he's more surprised that they're not rushing over here to see him. Maybe they tried and the staff wouldn't let them, but there was no use thinking. He knows that they loved him very, very much. His friends are probably also concerned, but they know for sure now that he's okay.

IF: All we can do then is lay low for now. I'm going to try and keep getting some info about the empire from that one soldier that I captured.

(Y/N): Well, then I'll be enjoying my stay here in the Basilicom.

Neptune: Welcome aboard, (N/N). We'll be doing lots of things together. . . Eating pudding, playing some games, watching some anime, and just farting around in general.

IF narrows her eyes at Neptune.

IF: I had a feeling you'd say something like that.

Compa: Still, it's great that (N/N) get's to live here for the time being. We'll all be able to get to know him better.

Nepgear: By the way, (Y/N). How do you feel right now?

(Y/N): I'm a bit sore, but if Compa here was able to heal me then I'll be good in no time. I'm sure of it.

Nepgear then walks up right beside (Y/N) with an excited look.

Nepgear: That reminds me! Since you're staying, do you mind if I take a look at your watch? Maybe I can help you understand it better! Or maybe even modify it!

(Y/N): Um. . . I don't know. . .

Nepgear: Please. . .!

Nepgear puts on the classic puppy dog eyes act on (Y/N) which was making him blush a little and it was indeed very hard for him to resist.

(Y/N): O-Okay. Sure, a-as long as you do nothing that hurts me.

Nepgear: Great! Don't worry, I promise to be gentle.

Neptune just stares at her little sister.

Neptune: Wow. . . Usually I'm the type of girl who would be good at wooing some boy like (Y/N), but I guess Nep Jr. beat me to it.

Compa: *sweatdrops* Nep-Nep, I don't think you should say that while the boy you're talking about is right in front of you. . .

Compa was right as (Y/N) had a decent blush on his face from being surrounded by girls who seemed somewhat interested in him.

(Y/N): (Just what did I get myself into. . .?)

(Y/N)'s P.O.V

Several Weeks Later. . .

Location: Neptune's Room

May 6, 20XX

Time: Noon

Over the time that I stayed in Planeptune's Basilicom, I could definitely say that this place is almost like a new home to me as I got to know more about Neptune and the others who kept me company in the Basilicom. Histoire provided me a place to stay inside of the Basilicom so that I would have a place to sleep too. I was able to become really great friends with Neptune. . . I know that she's just got to know me, but it feels like that we've known each other for a year now. Neptune and I would play a lot of video games and read manga together, she basically would want to hang out with me anytime that she got the chance. Histoire would sometimes nag Neptune to not be so lazy and try to get away with not doing her duties as a CPU, however some of the time, I decided to step in and help out with paperwork which Histoire was thankful for. Nepgear and I grew closer together as well. As promised, she tried to modify my watch and change it up in ways were it would be more useful, like telling time and also using it as a wrist communicator as well. I learned that IF and Compa were childhood friends to Neptune as IF is a guild agent that does special requests for people in Planeptune and Compa is a nurse in training which explains more clearly why she was able to take care of my injuries more easily. Histoire was the oracle of Planeptune and she was made by goddesses a long time ago to help guide future goddesses in Planeptune. She was able to help me keep me up with some of the schoolwork that I had due since I'm here inside of the Basilicom.

https://youtu.be/x2HEQzfGI_I

Right now I was currently with Neptune in her room playing a video game which I am mopping the floor with her on right now. The game ends as my character does a victory pose. Neptune who was sitting in a beanbag chair right beside me falls backwards whining that she lost.

Neptune: Waaaa. . .! No fair! How is it that now I'm gradually losing my ability to win against you, (N/N)?!

I just stare at Neptune with a bored look on my face.

(Y/N): Probably because that not only do I adapt better than you do, but also I wasn't the one button mashing to try and win.

Neptune: They say that button mashing is the key to stopping all of the combos that come your way! Now it's backfiring?! I call hacks!

Neptune then points her finger at my face.

Neptune: Marks my words (N/N), button mashing will prevail! My thumbs are itching for another round! Hit the start button already why don't ya!

I roll my eyes and chuckle at Neptune's antics. It took some getting used to, but she's very casual, calm, happy-go-lucky. . . and of course not always serious, but she is sincere. She likes to make a ton of references and break the fourth wall a lot too which I noticed. She tells me that I'm not allowed to it since she's the main character or whatever, but I just get weirded out most of the time. Heck, everyday I see her eat pudding like there won't be any tomorrow.

I was getting ready to press play so that we can start another match like Neptune demanded, but Nepgear came in with three cups of pudding for each one of us. Nepgear really does like to treat both of us, especially Neptune. Even though she's more mature than she is, Nepgear ends up spoiling her day after day. I say nothing about it though since I don't really want to get in the way of their sisterly relationship.

Nepgear: Hi Neptune! Hi (Y/N)! I brought some snacks for both of you!

Nepgear hands both of us some pudding cups and even gave us some spoons too. Pudding isn't my favorite sweet, but it is still really good. Neptune grabs her cup and immediately stuffs a spoonful of it in her mouth.

Neptune: Mmmmm~ Sweets are the best, especially when you're feeling tired. As expected of my thoughtful little sister.

(Y/N): I heard that's just a food myth. . . but it makes sense to me.

Neptune: Who cares? All that matters is how you feel after flinging spoonfuls of pudding down your gullet! And I am absolutely certain that it ENERGIZES MY SOUL!

(Y/N): You don't have to be so loud! Geez! I've know you to be a pudding fanatic for weeks now.

Nepgear: As long as Neptune has her pudding, the world is a better place. By the way, (Y/N), I forgot to ask, how are liking the new modifications that I put on your watch?

(Y/N): They're actually better than I originally thought. It kind of works like an actual watch now. Thanks, Nepgear.

Nepgear: Heh heh, I know I may not look like it, but I do have skills in programming with hardware. The software part was the hardest to do though.

Neptune: (If Sadie heard that, she'd take that as some double entendre. . .)

(Y/N): I am still wondering how to get the hang of the Share energy part. From what Histoire told me, if I focus the energy in my body, I'll be able to tell how much power I have. . . But I've had no luck so far since I barely know anything about it.

Neptune: Oh, don't beat yourself up on it kiddo. The important thing is that you've been safe and happy with us and we're making sure that it stays that way from those empire bozos that keep hunting us.

Nepgear: Speaking of which, the Virus Empire has been awfully quiet lately. They're air fleet is still in the sky. . . but most of the days we just see a few soldiers marching down the streets not really doing anything hostile to the Planeptune citizens.

(Y/N): That also reminds me. Didn't IF capture one of the rogue soldiers that she caught causing trouble in Planeptune?

Nepgear: Yes, it was a guild request. She said that she's kept that soldier in the jail for weeks now, but every time that she tries to interrogate the individual. . . she just get's insulted and cussed out by him. . .

(Y/N): Wow. . . no wonder that sometimes she comes here, she has an annoyed expression on her face.

Neptune: Meh, I'm sure Iffy will find some way to take care of the soldier. Maybe we'll get a quick cheat code into beating the final boss somehow?

Nepgear and I gave Neptune a weird look from that, but just ignored it.

(Y/N): (It's amazing that Nep, Nepgear, and I can all relax to this degree. . . but it's also a little weird. Especially when the Virus Empire declared war on the goddesses.)

As I was thinking of that, we all heard someone burst into the room and we all see Histoire who had a look of panic on her face. That's probably the first that I've ever seen her stressed like this.

Neptune: Histy! Perfect timing! You think that you'll be able to get us more pudding cups?

Histoire glares at Neptune while I slapped her on the head for her not grasping the concept that this was not the time to be so casual.

Neptune: Nepu! What was that for?!

(Y/N): Three seconds after she bursts into the room, you're already demanding shit. . .? Focus, dammit!

Neptune playfully sticks her tongue out at me which made me roll my eyes before giving Histoire our attention.

Histoire: I'm sorry that this was so sudden, but we may have a problem. . .

Nepgear: What's the matter?

Histoire: The Sharicite is once again being fueled with more Virus energy than Share energy. When (Y/N) used his watch for the very first time here in Planeptune, it must've been able to pause the effect for the Virus Empire to take over the nation's shares. However, I fear that now they must've somehow adapted to the way that the Share energy inside of (Y/N) works and now the process has resumed.

Nepgear: Oh no. . . Do you know how they're doing it?

Histoire: No idea. . . I've seen the members of the Empire build some small camps for them to reside at near dungeons, but I've never seen them make anything other than that. No matter how I look at it, we're still vague on information about what the Virus Empire is planning.

(Y/N): Hmm. . . Well what about intel from the empire themselves? Don't you still have that soldier locked up in the Basilicom?

Histoire: Yes, but no matter how much IF and I try, we can't seem to get him to spill anything. He is nothing like a certain mouse criminal that we've seen a lot of the times.

Neptune: Ew, don't remind of the rat. He may be a criminal, but deep down he's just some pushover if we have Compa with us.

(Y/N): Well. . . We have to try something. . .

Neptune: I'm no ace detective, but maybe he'll be able to talk to the CPU. I mean in some cases the main character always get's what she needs in these situations.

Nepgear: Um, Neptune. . . You don't really look like the person who is able to interrogate at all.

Neptune: What?! Oh, come on! I'm intimidating!

All of us look at Neptune when she said that and when she saw all six eyes on her like this, she looked like she was getting ready to throw a huge fit from all of us talking down to her. However, I just sighed and decided to speak up before that could happen.

(Y/N): You're actually more intimidating when you transform. . . To a degree.

This earned Neptune a smile as she decided to tackle me with a hug which I was not expecting in the slightest. I blushed a little before I slowly returned it and Neptune gives a smug look at Histoire.

Neptune: See Histy? This guy knows that no matter how much I say or do, he can never stay mad at cute little me.

I just give Neptune an annoyed look. Nepgear sweatdropped and Histoire facepalmed while shaking her head.

Histoire: (What in the world am I going to do with her. . .?) Let's cut the chit-chat. I hope that IF is still at the prisoner's cell. We can probably help her with grabbing the information that we need to know about the empire.

Third P.O.V

Location: Basilicom Jail

Behind the door to a jail cell, Compa was standing there waiting to see if IF would come out and finally get the intel that she needs. However, with how things have been the past several weeks, the chances were most likely low. She then heard footsteps and turned around to see the rest of the gang has come to the jail as well.

Compa: Nep-Nep, Ge-Ge, (N/N). . .? What are you all doing here?

Neptune: Oh, nothing much. We just wanted to see how Iffy doing with the one little prisoner boy locked up.

Histoire: Has anything good come out yet?

Compa frowns a little from hearing that.

Compa: Not really. Every once in a while I would hear Iffy's screams. . . And they would gradually get worst by the minute. . .

Nepgear: Is the soldier really that stubborn?

Compa: It appears that way. . . I've been standing here for almost an hour just waiting for Iffy to get done, but she keeps telling me that she's got it this time. . .

Neptune: Dude. . . You've got to give it up, if it's been weeks without information. . .

Histoire: In normal circumstances, yes. However, we're about to be in a crisis, so we need every last bit of info that we can get.

Nepgear: Waiting is probably not a good option either. . . The Virus Empire is slowing swallowing our Sharicite with Virus energy. . . So I fear that by the time they show how they're succeeding us, it will be too late.

Neptune: This has to be harder than a prosecutor interrogating a thief that steals hearts.

(Y/N): I have a friend that I punish all the time if he makes some stupid comments, but I doubt that those tactics would even be useful against something like this.

Suddenly, everybody heard a loud bang that was made by IF making them all flinch backwards in fear. She then let's out a loud yell of frustration.

IF: RRRAGGGGH!!! WHY, WON'T, HE, TALK?!?!

Neptune: Hot flaming peppers!! It's that bad?!

IF: I CAN HEAR YOU! AND YES NEP, YOU HAVE NO IDEA!

Histoire: U-Um. . . I-IF. . . Perhaps, you should take a breather. . . You do seem stressed. . .

There was silence for a moment before IF slams the cell door open with a look of rage on her face as it was a tiny shade of red. IF was also breathing heavily as she walks forward to the group and Nepgear goes over and pats her on the back to calm IF down which was working.

Compa: Feeling better Iffy?

IF: *sighs* A little. . . I don't get it! That moron's not giving up anything! I've tried bribing him, playing nice, and even sometimes threatened him, but no matter what he's just teases and insults me to extreme points.

Neptune: Dang, that's sounds like me when I see that no pudding is left in stock for the day.

(Y/N): I'd say ten bucks that you don't rip his spine out within the next hour.

IF: Eh, I'll take those odds.

Compa: Can I try. . .?

Everybody turned to Compa when she blurted that request out and looked at her as if she was crazy.

IF: What?? Compa? Why would you want to interrogate him??

Compa: I may have one idea that just may work. It's not really something that I would use, but in this situation it just might work.

(Y/N): What are you gonna do?? Give him an overdose or something?

Neptune: Yeah, I agree with (N/N) here Compa, my dear friend. You don't seem like the type of person that's. . . unnerving.

Nepgear: Then again, it wouldn't hurt to try. . .

Histoire: Yes, even if there is a chance that he may not say anything. . . We must try all possible solutions.

IF looks at Histoire and knows that she's correct so she gives Compa an approving nod.

IF: Knock yourself out, Compa.

Compa: You know I wouldn't do that, Iffy.

IF: *chuckles* I know. . .

Compa turns and she opens the prisoners cell door to walk inside and she sees a Virus soldier up ahead. She just puts on her normal innocent demeanor as she approaches him. The Virus soldier scoffs at Compa.

Virus Soldier: Oooo. What's the matter? Did the angry guild agent make you all whine too much? Hahaha! Or maybe. . . She just got all tuckered out!

The soldier keeps laughing while Compa was just indifferent and had no reaction whatsoever. She then pulls out her purse and opens it in front of her.

Compa: Do you know what's in here?

The soldier stops laughing immediately after that comment and was just confused.

Virus Soldier: Huh??

Compa: I'm a nurse in training that helps a ton of patients. If you don't believe me, then I've got bandages, thermometers, medkits. . . and even syringes.

The soldier raised his eyebrow while Compa gives an innocent look.

Compa: I have a question though. . . Would you like to see them~?

Back on the other side of the cell where the rest of the gang was waiting, it's been about five minutes and they've heard nothing at all. They were starting to worry a little about Compa too. However, they heard something from the cell that was very unexpected. . .

. . .

. . .

. . .

Virus Soldier: AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!

Once the scream was heard, everybody looked towards the cell with widened eyes that the soldier is actually screaming and also it appeared that Compa was inside humming to herself as well. The screams kept going on and everybody was in complete shock.

Nepgear: W-W-What the goodness?!

Neptune: Whoa, whoa, whoa! Hold all of the horses! What did Compa do that turned this into a horror film all of a sudden?!

IF: How should I know?! This is the first that I'm seeing this from Compa too!

(Y/N) was in complete shock as he takes a step back towards Histoire.

(Y/N): H-Histoire. . . W-What is Compa doing. . .?

Histoire: I. . . haven't the slightest, but I can make a hunch. Compa does go into battle at times with Neptune and she carries out a giant syringe as her weapon. . . It can also be used as a nursing tool as well.

(Y/N) hears that surprised and just sweats thinking about Compa treats most monsters then.

(Y/N): (I am NOT going an inch towards her if she carries something that big around. I guess some people even hold the most scariest of secrets.)

The soldiers screams soon died down and Compa exits the cell with a smile on her face that said that she succeeded.

Compa: The soldier is a Private First Class, he's stated that none of them have any names, and he was also kind enough to tell us that there is a source that drains the shares in Gamindustri.

IF: You're kidding. . .?

Compa: Nope. Not in the slightest.

IF and Histoire look at each other for a second.

IF: Soooooo. . . Is he okay to answer any more questions at all?

Compa: Oh, sure. Let me just go put him back together.

Compa rushes back inside of the cell to go and do. . . what she plans to do with the Virus soldier. Everybody just stares with concern in their eyes.

Nepgear: I've seen some instances where some of our friends can be as scary as Plutia, like Vert. . . But to think that Compa can also be scary as well. . .

Neptune: Well, I'll add that to my list of "People who can be as scary as Sadie" list.

(Y/N): Who's. . . Sadie?

Neptune: Trust me buddy. . . It's best that you don't know until a later chapter.

(Y/N) was a little confused to what Neptune meant by that, but decide to sugarcoat all of his questions about it for now.

IF and Histoire walked inside of the cell to meet up with Compa and they met up with the soldier who know was standing up with his hands up and shaking like a leaf.

Compa: Alright, he's all yours. His tone and mood will be way more positive than the previous times you talked to him.

Compa turns to the soldier with an innocent smile.

Compa: Isn't that right, mister soldier~?

Virus Soldier: For the love of freaking god!!! Can you please get this psychopath away from me?!?!

Compa: He's all yours.

Compa walks out of the cell as IF and Histoire walk up to the soldier with serious looks.

IF: Alright, talk! Where are you guys supplying all of the Virus energy that's taking over the shares in Planeptune?

Virus Soldier: I-I already told your friend that there's a reactor somewhere!

IF: We want to know where it is SPECIFICALLY!

Virus Soldier: I-I don't know exactly where it is, I swear! If you take out the reactor's core then your shares will remain intact! That's helps right?! Now can you let me go?!

Histoire: There seems to be a misunderstanding here. You have the option of A. Staying here and answering our questions, or B. We can put you out of your misery since you are typically like any other monster that exists in Gamindustri.

Virus Soldier: *nervous laugh* Good point. . . W-What else do you two want to know?

IF: (Y/N). What's your deal with him? Why is he wanted by you all?

Virus Soldier: What? The brat? He's the whole reason that your shares started functioning again. It's also the reason why we're making factories, reactors, and more buildings that can make Virus energy. We originally could just deplete them in one fell swoop, but as soon as the boy was holding the watch, the process stalled.

IF: Wait, so the watch he's wearing isn't the cause?

Virus Soldier: Eh, you could say that it's more half of the reason. The thing that that your friend is wearing is actually more of a power source than a mystic object. . . But not even we can decipher how the boy is holding Share energy.

Histoire: That does explain why it was running through his blood like it was nothing to his body.

IF: How many of you are in each nation?

Virus Soldier: Heh, enough to get the jobs done.

IF: Give us the specified numbers. . . Or Compa comes back in here to give you one hell of a show.

Virus Soldier: O-Okay. . . Let's not get hasty. . . We act like a military organization. In each nation, there are hundreds of us.

IF: Hundreds?!

Virus Soldier: . . .Most likely. There are also four generals too. They're names are Hijack, Canker, Bane, and Malware and each of them are divided to command a squad in each nation. We're being lead by General Hijack. He's actually the most loyal to our master.

Histoire: And who exactly is this master?

Virus Soldier: . . .That's probably the only thing that I can't tell you. That information is very classified. . .

IF and Histoire give the soldier a huge glare which made him flinch.

Virus Soldier: D-Don't worry, I-I can say this though. Our master is our creator. . . You can think of all of us, including the generals, are like just a few percent of his power. However with the reactors supplying him with more energy, he becomes more powerful. . . More powerful than maybe all of the CPUs. Once the boy let out his power for the first time though, our master knew at that point that the boy could ruin our plans. Our orders were to either take the watch or kill him on the spot. After that, the viruses take all of the shares that exist within Gamindustri and our master then overthrows the goddesses.

IF: Taking out four CPUs and a human boy? You guys are clearly out for bloodshed.

Virus Soldier: You call it war. . . We call it reforming society. . . Now are we done here?

IF: For now. . . Don't expect us to keep you here in one piece.

Virus Soldier: Heh, one piece or not bitch, as long as we have Virus energy in Gamindustri, our master can regenerate our bodies.

IF scowls and get's ready to pull out her pistol, but not until Histoire flies in front of her and shakes her head. IF yields and sighs as they both walk out of the jail cell to rejoin the gang. With all that was being said, they all know now exactly what they're getting into.

Nepgear's P.O.V.

Location: Neptune's Room

IF and Histoire explained everything to the rest of us and we see now why exactly (Y/N) was being hunted and how the Virus Empire is taking the shares that make up Gamindustri. It was all pretty nerve racking and I definitely that my big sis and I are definitely going to go into battle again, but this time the enemy will be way stronger than last time.

Histoire: So now that we know of the four reactors that are mostly likely still being built in Gaminudustri. . . We must take the one out here in Planeptune if we want our shares to stay intact as they are.

IF: I'm pretty sure they're building it somewhere that's probably discreet so that it's not easy to find.

Neptune: Eh, I know Planeptune like how I know the nation has my name in it. It shouldn't be that hard.

IF: I wouldn't go underestimating them yet, Nep. They're like a military organization remember? They may be well coordinated when it comes to fighting.

Compa: Nep-Nep is a pretty strong fighter herself though. She and Ge-Ge were able to take on a squad themselves.

(Y/N): I kind of wish that I could've seen it. I mean my life was at stake, but it would still be great to see you two in action.

I smile from (Y/N)'s compliment and so does Neptune.

Neptune: It would been like seeing a live action movie, (N/N). You should've got some pudding and sat down to see your truly in battle.

Histoire: That aside. Neptune, please focus that you need to find and stop the army here in Planeptune as soon as possible. I will NOT tolerate you being lazy at a time like this.

Neptune: Geez, way to the bluntest of crowds, Histy. I would never be that lazy.

IF rolls her eyes at what Neptune just said as I have to agree with Histoire on that. Neptune really hates working. . . but at least it's most of the time of regular paperwork. If someone's in danger then Neptune will help her nation out at all costs.

Nepgear: So what about (Y/N)? What will he do?

Histoire looks at (Y/N) worried for a second before sighing. It gives me somewhat of a bad feeling and I could tell (Y/N) felt the same way as he looks very concerned.

Histoire: After thinking it over (Y/N). . . I want to ask you. . . What do you want to do? We're about to be in a serious situation and you are on one of the agendas that the Virus Empire has on taking over Gamindustri. You can stay here in the Basilicom having protection with no soldiers being able to infiltrate and capture you so easily. . . Or you can fight alongside us to save Gamindustri. . .

(Y/N) was surprised to hear that and so was the rest of us. I know that he has some Share energy inside of him, but I don't know if he'd want to do something that meant putting his life in danger. If I were in his shoes, I wouldn't have much confidence at all. We were all looking at him waiting for his answer as he looks down pondering on what he should do.

Histoire: I won't force either option on you, (Y/N), but I do that taking either side of the coins are risky. It's your choice though. . .

(Y/N) face was then cast in a shadow which worried us a little on what he was about to choose. It scared me a little. However, he then stands up and gives a fierce look as his decision was made.

(Y/N): They are people here in Gamindustri that are in danger. . . my friends. . . my family. . . and everybody around. I don't want to just sit back and let some scumbags take over Gamindustri because they want to. If they get they're hands on me or all of the shares. . . It's game over for us.

Neptune: (N/N). . . Are you saying what I think you're saying?

(Y/N) nods at Neptune has he continues to speak.

(Y/N): Let me tell you guys something. I've always wanted to fight to protect the people. . . Not because it'll seem fun to me, but it's the right thing to do. I want to be a hero and protect those that I care about and yes. . . That includes all of you. Over the past few weeks, I've gotten to know you guys a lot and if I'm being honest. . . I've seen you all as great friends that I've had now and before you were just an inspiration.

We all smile at (Y/N) telling all of us that he admires us.

(Y/N): If the Virus Empire won't go down without a fight, then I'm more than glad to say. . . Bring it on, assholes! . . .Let's work together to take down the empire and save the world!

Neptune: I know that I'm the protag and all, but that was one of the best beginning speech of speeches. Let's Nep up our foes till the end, (N/N)!

(Y/N) nods in agreement to that. If I'm being honest myself, I felt a little motivated from (Y/N)'s resolve. Neptune and I give (Y/N) a hug that he'll be fighting alongside us to help save Gamindustri.

Histoire: That is excellent to hear, (Y/N). We'll appreciate all the help that you can provide for us.

(Y/N): Sure thing. I'll need some help on how to fight though. I've used the watch that provides me with Share energy, but that's really it.

Neptune: Don't worry my fellow new soldier friend. . . I'll be able to train you physically on how to fight. You'll get those levels up that you'll need in no time.

Nepgear: Mm-hmm. I'll help too.

Compa: I can teach you some skills that I know to as well, (N/N).

IF: Don't leave me out. You'll be getting some training from me too y'know.

Histoire: Finally, I'll see what I can do on teaching you on how to control the energy inside of you and turn it into power, (Y/N).

(Y/N) gives an approving nod as all of us are about to teach (Y/N) some skills on how to defend himself soon.

(Y/N)'s P.O.V.

May 7, 20XX

Location: Planeptune's Basilicom, Balcony

Time: Late Morning

I kept my word on wanting to train on how to fight with the others, but to be honest. . . I know for a fact that it's probably going to be tedious. Especially with someone like Neptune. She said that each time that I lose to her, that I have to do fifty push-ups and that's way more torture than my gym class. Right now, we're on the balcony of the Basilicom along with Nepgear and we're all holding bamboo swords so that none of us can get severely hurt when we all fight.

Neptune: Just know that you're still starting at Lvl. 1, (N/N). So don't be too surprised if you lose bad to your new sensei here.

(Y/N): I won't. . . In fact, I'm feeling kind of confident.

Nepgear: Well, we won't go easy on you.

I nod as I get into a fighting stance to face off against Neptune and Nepgear. After a couple of deep breaths, I charge forwards towards them and to no surprise once I swing my sword at both of them, they dodged without no problem. Neptune smirks and roundhouse kicks on the back of the head making me fall down to the ground.

(Y/N): Whoa! Son of a bitch!

Neptune laughs at my slight clumsiness as I stand back up to take a swing at her once more, but this time she blocked it and she was in fact so strong that I lost my grip on my sword and it flew straight out of my hands behind me. . . and off of the balcony. I look in shock that I was that weak compared to Neptune and Nepgear. Neptune giggles at my baffled expression.

Neptune: Hahahahahaha! Still think that this is going to simple?

Nepgear: We did warn you. . .

(Y/N): Well damn. . . My sword probably a dozen stories down! Can one of you retrieve it for me?

Neptune: And act like we're dogs playing fetch? Noppity, noppity, no. You have to travel down and go get yourself, buddy. That's part of your training as well.

I was just in shock to hear Neptune say that. Nepgear didn't say anything, but just laughed nervously. I slumped down while walking annoyed that I have to go down and all the way back up just to get a bamboo sword.

(Y/N): Well, this'll be a lot more challenging that I thought it was going to be.

Neptune: Yep! Cue the montage!

https://youtu.be/wydWKhz_wuA

After I got my sword all the way down from the bottom of the Basilicom, Neptune kept her word and made me do fifty push-ups and what was even more painful about it was that I had to do them while she was sitting on my back eating pudding. I mean come on, really Nep. I can barely do ten of them with you doing that.

Nepgear brought me to a gym that's in Planeptune and since they're was a lot of machines, she thought that it would be cool for the both of us. I thought at first that it wouldn't be too bad when I walked on a treadmill, but Nepgear instantly made the treadmill go into sprinting speed which made me fall of it and sent flying backwards too.

I did more than just running and fighting though, Neptune made me do some sit-ups upside down on the top of the balcony while she holds my feet down to test my courage a bit. . . I have no words besides that I was utterly terrified.

I was in another fighting session with Neptune and Nepgear on the balcony and I look at my sword before an idea forms inside of my head.

(Y/N): Hey, Neptune! Catch!

I chuck my sword straight at Neptune and she just has a straight face as she just steps to the left to avoid it. The sword goes flying off the balcony and Neptune smirks at me mishchievously.

Neptune: One Nep. . . Two Nep. . . Three Nep. . .

(Y/N): Oh no. . . No, no no!

I runs in the opposite direction while Neptune was preparing to throw her own sword at me to make it all even.

Neptune: Four Nep. . . Five Nep!

(Y/N): NONONONONONONONO!!!

Neptune throws her bamboo sword aimed straight at my head which hits it and knocks me to the ground with stars hovering over my head.

Neptune: Ha ha! Bullseye!

Despite that, I did plenty more training than with just Neptune and Nepgear. Compa taught me how to use the energy inside of me to heal myself and in just a few days, I was able to learn the Heal skill. It sucks that was my very first SP skill that I learned since it's more defense than offense, but hey, you know what they say: The best offense is a good defense. IF helped me handle some elemental magic in case I want to find an enemies weakness and I was able to conjure small specks of fire, ice, and wind. I won't use that too much, but it will still be helpful. Finally, Histoire helped me with controlling the Share energy that's inside of me and turn it into power that I can use to my advantage. It took a lot of practice, but I was able to use the energy that's in me to increase my agility, strength, and defense.

May 22, 20XX

Location: Clothing Store

Time: Noon

It wasn't easy at all. . . but after three weeks of nonstop training with my friends. . . I was a like a newborn person! Thanks to Neptune and everybody else, I became what I wanted to be. . . A soldier! With Neptune and Nepgear's sparring lessons, I became way more intelligent with my fighting skills and I was definitely able to wield a sword perfectly now. Not only that, but I learned myself a new skill that I call Slamming Surge where I make a couple of acrobatic spins in the air before slamming my sword down on the ground that creates a powerful shockwave that pushes foes away.

Nepgear was also able to modify my watch a little more and it can now tell me clearly, how much power it has left before it needs to recharge. I learned that once it runs out, it take 24 hours to recharge back up to 100%, so I have to use the Share energy inside of me, wisely. Histoire taught me how to control it more and I was able to learn that I can use my watch to also levitate and gain flight in the air, but it was better that I use it near the ground since the more I use it in the air, the more energy I end up using. IF was also able to sign me up for the guild where I can take quests to earn myself some credits. Finally, with Compa's healing skills, I was able to heal myself to the point where I can make a few wounds disappear like they were nothing.

Right now I was with Neptune, Nepgear, IF, and Compa in my casual clothes and after walking for a few minutes across the Planeptune square we were right at the entrance to a clothing store which confused me.

(Y/N): Uh, remind me why were at clothing store again?

Neptune: We're here to get you some combat attire, my leveled up friend. Ya can't go out fighting monsters and enemies wearing some normal crap like that. Drab!

Neptune said that as she pointed at my clothes and I just gave her a deadpanned look from that. Nepgear however butted in.

Nepgear: I think your clothes are fine, (Y/N), but she is right. . . We need to get you some clothes that you can fight better in.

IF: And also actually make you look like that you shouldn't be taken lightly. With all of the training that you've done with us, I'd say you're ready to be a full on soldier.

Compa: This is what you wanted to do right. . .

(Y/N): *nods* Yeah. . . Alright, let's go inside and see what they've got.

All of us did so and we entered the store to go and search for some fighting wear that will be proving enough to know that I'm a fighter. Neptune was the one pulling me everywhere inside all over the place to see if I would pick any of her choices and the rest was just following along dealing with her antics. I got many recommendations from my friends of stuff that could make me look friendly/intimidating/. . .professional. I tried on many clothes that they gave me. Some were bulky or just really doesn't fit my style. It took probably near thirty minutes, but we eventually found some clothes that were just right for me. I was in a wardrobe with the others just outside of it.

IF: You alright in there, buddy?

(Y/N): Yeah. . . As a matter of fact. . . I think that this actually suits me the best.

Nepgear: Really?

Neptune: Well, come on out. I want to see how cool you look in your new clothes already!

(Y/N): Okay. . . You guys ready. . .?

Neptune, Nepgear, IF, & Compa: Mm-hmm.

I opened the door to my changing room and once I step out. . . All of the girls eyes widened and jaws dropped from what I was wearing. Compa and Neptune were also blushing a bit and I'm about to tell you why. I was wearing combat attire that showed off my muscles and they've gotten way more beefed up from when I was training with them.

(A/N): I've been playing a lot of Final Fantasy 7 Remake and I honestly love Cloud's outfit and him as a character in general. This will the reader's combat attire for when he is fighting out in Gamindustri just without the metal shoulder pad and the metal part of the gloves. You can also pick the colors of your combat attire to make things more free for you to choose. As I also said, you will be changing outfits, but only for your casual clothes for when you go to other nations.

(Y/N): So, how do I look?

IF: Damn. . . You look like a badass, (Y/N)!

Compa: It also makes you look kind of handsome as well.

I blush a little from Compa's compliment as I'm not used to hearing girls call me that at all. Ayame called me that once, but it was at a winter dance that we had at my school.

Neptune: *imitates FFVII Victory jingle* You're looking like a protag already (N/N). Your charisma and luck levels have definitely gone up significantly because of that outfit. I can feel it.

(Y/N): How do you know that?

Neptune: Plot reasons. . .

(Y/N): *sweatdrops* I'm just going to ignore that. . .

Neptune: Now all we need to get you is a weapon!

Nepgear: A sword should do it! You have been using the training ones that we provided for you for weeks now.

(Y/N): Well, I was going to say that I wanted a sword regardless of what you said, but yeah. That's seems like a perfect match for me.

Location: Planeptune Square

Time: Afternoon

I didn't have that much credits on me, but the good thing was that Neptune was generous enough to pay for the stuff that I needed as I was able to get back out with both the clothes and the sword that I picked which was a decently large black one.

(A/N): This will be your weapon from now on. This is one of Kirito's swords from Sword Art Online.

In case I had to fight when the time comes, I kept the sword latched to my back so I can just pull it out with no problem at all. We're all currently walking down the street as after I got my weapon we all decided to take a walk around the city. Some of the guys around the town gave some sharp glares at me because I was hanging out with the CPU of Planeptune, but I ignored them as Neptune is my friend regardless of what others think of me.

As we were walking though, my stomach let out a loud growl which everyone heard so I covered it up in slight embarrassment.

IF: Geez, someone's got some high metabolism.

(Y/N): Heh heh, sorry. You guys wanna go and grab some lunch? It'll be on me this time.

Nepgear: Really. . .? For all of us? You'd do that?

(Y/N): You guys are some of my close friends, of course. Also think of it as me paying you guys back for getting me the gear.

Compa: You don't have to do that, (N/N). I'm sure we can pay for own food.

(Y/N): No, I insist. Let me treat you all for the day. It's the least I can do.

IF: You won't take no for an answer, huh?

Neptune: Quit trying to be modest, Iffy. If (N/N) wants to be the ladies man, then let him.

IF: Well, alright then. I'm down for it.

Compa: Me too.

(Y/N): Follow me, there's a restaurant that I know that has curry. I go there sometimes with my school friends. I think the place sells some pudding too.

Neptune hops up once with a beaming smile at hearing that.

Neptune: And right on cue! Go on and show us the prizes already, (N/N).

I chuckle from that as we all turn around to go the restaurant that I suggested. While we walked however, Nepgear decided to ask me a question.

Nepgear: (Y/N), what were your friends at school like?

(Y/N): I have two really great friends at school. One of them is a loudmouth and a dumbass, but he knows how to make some situations enjoyable. He just needs to learn "when" is the right time.

IF: Kinda reminds of me of Nep a little.

Neptune glares at IF when she said that.

Neptune: I am no where near that level! Who you callin' dumb missy?!

IF: I'm joking. . . No need to make a big deal out of it.

(Y/N): The second one is actually a smart girl, she is focused on her studies a lot, but she'll help me sometimes when I'm having trouble. They're names are Kazuki and Ayame.

Compa: They sound like good people to you, (N/N).

(Y/N): *nods* They are. . . I mean Ayame and I sometimes have to get Kazuki's act together, but he's still one of my closest friends.

Neptune: Well, you know what they say. . . Having friends is way better than being a loner. Like someone I know. . .

Compa: . . .I think you only say that Nep-Nep.

The walk towards the restaurant was going alright and I didn't think that anything could ruin it at the moment, but boy was I wrong.

Suddenly, we heard some loud crashes which alarmed all of us as we turned the opposite direction of where it came.

Neptune: Um, is it just me or does the whole cliché sudden loud noise happens way too often. . .? It's becoming old at this point. . .

Nepgear: I don't think now is the time to even be thinking about that, Neptune.

IF: She's right. Can you be serious when something like this starts, for once?

(Y/N): You can scold Nep later, Iffy. People might in danger over in that area. It sounded like it came in the city itself!

Nepgear: I really hope that no one is hurt.

(Y/N): Only one way to find out! Come on! (This may also prove to be the perfect test as well.)

Third P.O.V

It took the gang a couple of minutes, but they soon heard some commotion and screams of terror from some of the people. Once they turned a corner, the group looks to see that there were some Virus soldiers and they had a wrecking ball with them as well. The building that they were trying to tear down looked to be a skyscraper that some people worked in. (Y/N) was surprised by what they were doing and so were the rest as (Y/N) runs up towards a man who was witnessing the whole thing.

(Y/N): What's going on here?!

Business Man: I-I don't know! W-We heard those soldiers coming with that huge machine and as soon as they arrived! They started crashing through windows and pointing guns at us ordering to get out! We have no idea why they're taking it down though! I-It's not an old building!

IF: The Virus Empire wanted to overthrow the goddesses, right. . .?

Everyone turned towards IF who apparently had a hunch of what was going on.

IF: . . .Then they're probably tearing down these buildings, so that they can rebuild Planeptune in their own image!

Neptune: Dang! I was just about to go and having some pudding with (N/N) and the Vi's are attacking at a time like this?! I'm gonna Nep their damn faces off!

Nepgear: R-Right me too. . .

Neptune was getting ready to walk forward, but (Y/N) puts his arm in front of her to stop her and Nepgear. He glares at the Virus soldiers with a serious look on his face.

Neptune: (N/N). . .?

(Y/N): Leave this one to me. I'll cleanse this section of these assholes.

Neptune: Nep-what?! Alone?!

Nepgear: (Y/N), that isn't safe! I know that you trained with us, but going up against them alone like that is way too reckless!

(Y/N) turns to Neptune and Nepgear and smiles at them.

(Y/N): Don't worry about me. I know what I'm doing. Besides. . .

(Y/N) turns back to where the soldiers are and pulls out his sword before getting into a fighting stance.

(Y/N): I want to pay back these bastards a little for putting me and my friends in danger from my school.

IF and Compa look at each other concerned before IF get's a serious look as well.

IF: You sure about this. . .?! There's like ten of them and one of you!

(Y/N): And there's no such thing as strength in numbers when facing off against a new soldier himself!

Nepgear: Alright. . . B-Be careful out there, (Y/N).

Neptune: If you die, I'm gonna Nep you up even in your grave!

(Y/N) snorted with a smirk from that before he runs up to go and face the soldiers to save Planeptune from being demolished. The soldiers that were guarding the skyscraper stood watching the wrecking ball just waiting for it to take it's next hit to bring down the building, but not until they heard (Y/N)'s voice.

(Y/N): Hey! Assholes!

Virus Soldier: Stand back kid unless you don't like the new life that you're about to take. . .! Wait minute. . .

The soldier takes a closer look at (Y/N) before he and a couple more soldiers were shocked by what they were seeing.

Virus Soldier 2: Y-You're that boy! The one that caused us trouble the last time we tried to kill you!

(Y/N): That's right! If you guys want to survive, then I suggest you get the hell out of Planeptune and go back to your base at the reactor!

Virus Soldier: Ha! You're threatening us. . . and wanting to fight us?!

(Y/N): Yeah, I'm Planeptune's new soldier. One that actually close to the CPU!

Virus Soldier: *laughs* If you're trying to bullshit with us, then at least make it more believable!

(Y/N) narrows his eyes at the soldiers and when the soldiers noticed they knew that he wasn't playing around. His eyes and the frown on his face told them so. One of the soldiers who talked back to (Y/N) then pulled out a sword that had a red laser blade and walked up to him.

Virus Soldier: Alright, tough guy. Show me what you GOT!

The soldier immediately tries to take a strike at (Y/N), but to the soldier's surprise, (Y/N) blocked his attacked without even flinching showing that he is indeed a real deal. (Y/N) then smirks as he pushes the soldier back and he counterattacks by slicing the soldier with one huge swing of his sword. The soldier falls back to the ground and disappears surprising everybody around. (Y/N) get's in a fighting stance once more and glares at the soldiers.

(Y/N): Give up?

Virus Soldier 2: *growls* Get him and send him to hell!!!

https://youtu.be/9f-1r30Itd4

All of the soldiers started charging towards (Y/N) while carrying swords and guns with them including the one that was operating the wrecking ball. (Y/N) ran towards them as well as he was determined to fight and win against these soldiers. Once soldier with a sword tries to take a swing at (Y/N), but he ducked to dodge it and he sends two roundhouse kicks a the soldier's stomach before finishing him off with a sword swing.

(Y/N) then looks behind him and sees two other swordsman coming after him and he rolls off to the side before they could attack him. The soldiers were a little surprised of (Y/N)'s agility, but they still weren't going to show him any mercy at all yet. One of them decides to throw their weapon at (Y/N), however he knows that he tried this trick on Neptune and failed so he just steps to the side and charges in to attack. He takes a swing 180 degrees right in front of him to also stagger the older soldier a bit. Once (Y/N) was done with the first soldier, he immediately takes a strong punch at the next one knocking him out. The rest of (Y/N)'s friends were watching amazed by his skills.

Neptune: Now that's the way you do it! (Y/N)'s is just the right level for this fight. Or maybe we raised his level a little too much. . .?

IF: Nope, I'm impressed. In just a few weeks, we've got ourselves a new fighter and (Y/N)'s showing the people right now that he means business as a soldier.

Compa: Wow! (N/N) is so energetic and serious in this fight. Even if they are easy to beat, he's still showing them no mercy.

Nepgear: Usually that would scare me, but I'm just as surprised.

Neptune: Oh, don't be too surprised Nep Jr. It was bound to happen. I mean the hero isn't suppose to go easy on their enemies at all. It's the enemies job to go easy.

Nepgear: Um, not really, but (Y/N) seems to be handling things pretty well on his own.

Neptune: Yep! He'll make a great addition to Team Planeptune!

As the conversation still goes on, (Y/N) does a backflip over three soldiers who were shooting at him and once he goes behind them. He gives them a hard glare as he get's into a guarding position for a split second and his eyes glow blue.

(Y/N): So long. . .!

(Y/N) then focuses his energy into his watch which glows the symbol of the Sharicite before he jumps high up into the air. The soldier were a little frightened and backed up from what (Y/N) was about to do. He then does a couple of flips before preparing to slam his sword down and he calls out his new move.

(Y/N): Slamming Surge!

When (Y/N) slams the ground with his sword, it made a small shockwave that send the soldiers caught in it flying backwards far back and they were instantly defeated from the attack. (Y/N) looks around for any more soldiers and thinking that the coast was clear, he smiles and places his sword on his back now that the battle was finished.

(Y/N): Not even a challenge. . . I could probably take on more of these guys.

After that was said, (Y/N) then heard some clapping as he looks around to see that people around were grateful for his brave performance. (Y/N) was a little surprised and astonished to see that all of these people were praising him, but he smiles and nods regardless. His friends then run up to him with proud looks on their faces.

Neptune: Well, I'll be my own pudding's uncle. You sure showed us that you can handle yourself (N/N).

(Y/N): Heh, I had no doubts myself.

IF: Do you still wanna pay for all of our food even after that?

(Y/N): Sure, why not? Like I said, I still owe you girls so why don't we get going now that this situation is sorted?

Neptune: I agree with (N/N). I'm already craving the pudding that the food place that you recommended has.

Neptune drools a little and (Y/N) smirks and rolls his eyes.

(Y/N): I can tell. . . Stop drooling Nep, it's gross.

Neptune: Can't help it when I'm thinking of all of the food and pudding. . . and pudding.

IF: You said pudding twice. . .

What the five didn't notice was that behind them where the wrecking ball was, there was a lone soldier peeking out looking at (Y/N). He glares at him angered that he took out his friends and pulls out his gun before walking out in the open and revealing himself getting ready to take a shot at (Y/N). Compa does not fail to notice as it shocked her.

Compa: (N/N)! Look out behind you!

(Y/N) was about to quickly react to the soldier about to shoot until the ground around the soldier suddenly explodes and takes him out which confused the group.

(Y/N): Was that suppose to happen?

Nepgear: I have no idea. . . Who just did that?

???: KABOOM! Another enemy down! Sometimes they are just too gullible to realize that someone's looking, or they're just screwed.

Nepgear: Wait, I know that voice.

Neptune: Me too. If there's one girl that I know with a voice as cute as mine it's. . . dun dun dun!

A small girl with a rocket launcher in her hands then jumps down from the top of the wrecking ball machine to reveal herself. This young-looking girl had steel blue eyes and blonde hair worn in pigtails held by loose red loops. She wears a red mini-dress with pointed skirt and collar, a gold brooch sewn to the middle of her collarbone. She also wears gold sleeves and a pair of red gloves with a translucent orange and white wrist. On her head is a white and orange hat with a red button.

B-Sha: I guess I came a bit too late, but I'm glad to see that these people are safe thanks to you, Nep-Nep.

Everyone, but (Y/N) smiles in seeing a familiar face.

Neptune: B-Sha! Long time no see. I haven't seen ya at all in weeks!

B-Sha: I've been searching a lot of dungeons lately for credits, but I thought that this week I'd take a break.

(Y/N): Wait a sec, you look familiar. . .

B-Sha: Heh, you probably never got any service from me before. The name's B-Sha, I'm a friend of Nep-Nep and Planeptune's Gold Third.

(Y/N) takes a closer look and he realized that she was indeed one of the Gold Third.

B-Sha: Who's he Nep-Nep? I haven't seen a boy like this wandering around before, especially around you.

(Y/N) didn't know if he should feel insulted or annoyed by that comment, but he just decides to stay silent.

Neptune: This is (N/N), he's our new elite soldier here in Planeptune. You missed it, but he was able to take out some Virus soldiers all on his own. I think I'll keep him in my collection of masterballs and use him as my main one for sending out into Planeptune.

(Y/N) shot Neptune an annoyed look.

(Y/N): Neptune. . . I am not some legendary Pokémon that you carry around.

Neptune: Oh, come on. Lighten up, (N/N). You look like you could fight a Mewtwo anyway.

(Y/N): I doubt that I'm on THAT high of a level. Those soldiers were just like fighting a ton of Magikarps.

B-Sha: Oh, right. That soldier that I blew to bits was aiming for you right?

(Y/N): Uh, yeah. Why. . .? You want to know more?

B-Sha: Not exactly. . .

B-Sha then says something completely unexpected to (Y/N) next.

B-Sha: That will be 20000 credits, please.

https://youtu.be/YLlEkcG4nUM

(Y/N) just jaw dropped with complete shock on his face that this girl was literally demanding money from him.

(Y/N): SAY WHAT?!?!

B-Sha: For that little save back there, I'll have to charge you. Come on, pay up. 20000 credits here and now.

(Y/N): That's five times bigger than my weekly allowance! Hell no!

Neptune: Oh, should've told you this from the start of the convo, (N/N).

(Y/N): What do you mean?!

IF: B-Sha. . . takes credits from people who are not a kid. For any service that she does, she'll charge you.

(Y/N): Wha. . .?! . . .Who is she?! A kid version of Deadpool?!

Neptune: I wouldn't go far to that extent, but in a way. . . Kind of. Trust me, I had the same reaction too.

B-Sha: So what will it be?

(Y/N): To be honest, whether that guy shot me or not. . . I probably would've been fine. You actually just saved me from getting hurt, FYI.

B-Sha: Wait, so you're not paying up?!

(Y/N): You should've warned me first! And no! There's no way in hell I'm paying 20000 credits just for that!

Nepgear: Uh. . . um. . . If it makes you feel any better B-Sha, he's with us. . . and you never charge Neptune.

B-Sha: Hmm, that is true. Alright, I'll let you off this one time since you're with Nep-Nep, but you better have the next payment, alright?

(Y/N) just glares at B-Sha when she said that. He was definitely not going to comply with this wannabe mercenary.

Nepgear: We should be going. . . We're actually about to eat lunch at a place that (Y/N) is taking us.

B-Sha: Really?! Mind if I come? I'm actually starving too for the moment. . .

(Insert Mirai Button by Afilia Saga Here)

(Y/N) narrows his eyes at B-Sha as he doesn't know if he wants to have her with him since she's greedy for credits. Neptune then jumps in front of (Y/N).

Neptune: Come on, it'll be fun! The more the merrier they say!

(Y/N): Well. . . whatever I guess. As long as she doesn't try to burn my wallet.

Compa: I can help with that if that goes wrong (N/N).

(Y/N) smiles at Compa with that being said. IF then thinks for a moment.

IF: There's also something that I want to discuss while were there about the Virus Empire. It's mostly about the reactors.

Nepgear: What about them?

IF: They're still in development since the shares aren't going down that fast, but we still need to know exactly how we'll take on our enemy.

Neptune: Enemy, schenemy. All I want is some pudding in my tummy while we eat our delicious lunch.

(Y/N) facepalms and shakes his head, but smiles at Neptune's antics.

(Y/N): (Neptune. . . It's never a dull moment with you around.)

Location: Unknown

A virus soldier runs into a room and salutes before catching his breath.

Virus Soldier: *panting* General! I came as fast as I can, and I have news about the boy that we were assigned to seek!

General Hijack faces this soldier with concern.

General Hijack: What about him? Is he dead? Did you take the device from him?

Virus Soldier: Uh. . . actually it's not even good news at all.

The soldier then explains inaudibly of the situation that happened in Planeptune with (Y/N) and the generals eyes widened. (Y/N) is now prepared to face them and he'll have to send out his stronger forces now to apprehend him.

Chapter 3 End.

(A/N): Surprised of the little fan service picture? I'm actually quite the artist and you'll be seeing more pictures like that in the future, so stay tuned for more chapters coming soon comrades.