:narrator: exactly 3 days have passed and Rachel could be seen outside in the court yard  training her body doing vigorous amounts of pushups while a handful of maids stood there and watched her. Each pushup she did she would breathe slowly and count then after awhile Rachel would start doing hand stand pushups.

:Rachel: ...104...105...106...107...108...

:Narrator: once Rachel was finally done with her exercise she stood up and looked at her own hands feeling the heat within her body slowly build up but even so she was barely sweating even if at all. Then Rachel looked over at one of the maids walking over towards her to give her a cold water bottle she took it and thanked the maid before starting to drink it down.

:Rachel: it's been precisely 3 days since hellex told me we would be heading out to the poisonous nox region thought I'd get some training done this realm and the people within it I can tell they are pretty strong and I'm sure I haven't even seen the surface of what they can do not even here.

:Hellex: alright it's almost time to go I hope you're ready I saw you training out here in the courtyard for the past couple of days were only going to return the amulet us fighting won't likely happen.

:Rachel: you can never be too prepared think of it like this...you're practically an outsider that was transported here into a world you never thought existed even for the imagination attacked on your first day then fought the daughter of a poison faction leader because something of there's was stolen and now we are going into there territory to give it back in those kind of circumstances anything could happen.

:Hellex: when you put it like that you have every right to think like that but don't worry attacking us head on isn't something they will try that kind of action would put them into a war with us but considering we don't have bad blood with each other I thought coming to an understanding would be more beneficial.

:Narrator: while hellex was in the middle of speaking one of the maids interrupted him in regards of finally getting the carriage ready for hellex and Rachel's departure.

:Female maid: forgive my intrusion sir but the carriage is ready and everything inside is packed for the 3 day travel I hope you and Miss Rachel have a safe journey.

:hellex: good work alright then it's time we head off what do you think?

:Narrator: Rachel nodded and walked inside to freshen up from her training session soon after she was done Rachel walked outside to the carriage and gave it a long look before stepping inside meanwhile marina could be seen waving at both hellex and marina seeing them off with a gentle smile before the carriage started to move.

:Rachel: is there anything I need to know beforehand like what not to do or say since this is a different region I assume they also have their own sets of rules or something like that.

:Hellex: hmm let me think...it's been awhile since I've spoken with the leader I think it's been over 20 years some things could have changed but don't worry just be polite and you'll be fine.

:Narrator: Rachel took in what he said as a few hours had already passed she looked out the carriages window noticing the sky was turning into a darkish green color the further they traveled she took the time to start writing in her notebook she carried with her.

:Hellex: I notice you write quite a lot in that notebook what's in there if you don't mind me asking.

:Rachel: just my thoughts on what I see sometimes my experiences and the poems I write as well.

:Hellex: interesting poems you say marina occasionally writes in her spare time as well may I hear one from you.

:Narrator: Rachel closed her eyes for a moment and placed her pencil down she nodded and flipped through the pages in her notebook until she came across one to read.

:Rachel: a man without thought may fret over the dreams that will soon turn into his nightmare a goal in mind is only a fantasy if no action is being taken. The action to go against oneself is a struggle even the devil fears for a being to be made perfect in the eyes of God how sinful he has become how unperfected your god must be the struggle of the light is thin as the vision of darkness widens for if that's all the man can see that is all the man's actions can inforce.

:Hellex: interesting if the man can only see the darkness around him then soon will be corrupted from within and that corruption could spread to others as quick for their hearts carry heavy sin is that what it's about.

:Rachel: who knows...maybe it is or maybe not I write when the mood strikes but for those willing to read what I write they can make up their own conclusions may it be right or wrong as long as they understand and it's right in their eyes.

:Hellex: haha!! Well you certainly have a way with words I remember I tried writing poems when I was a child but my older sister said I don't have the capability to write on a deeper level and tossed them into the trash.

:Rachel: you have an older sister and she doesn't live here then where is she?

:Hellex: well she said royalty and family affairs and everything that comes with it doesn't suit her so she's been traveling around on her own only occasionally popping up here and there back home she calls herself a nomad moving from place to place gaining knowledge in practically anything she could get her hands on.

:Rachel: well I hope the day comes I can finally meet her.

:Hellex: she would most likely tease you but I'm sure both of you would get along well maybe she could teach you a few things too.

:Narrator: 3 days have finally passed since their travel Rachel took this opportunity to try and sleep for the few hours they had left until they arrived at their destination. Rachel started to toss around in her sleep a little while mumbling under her breath seeming to be having some kind of nightmare the words I love you echoed throughout her mind soon hellex started to wake up from the commotion noticing Rachel's thrashing until she jolted herself awake quickly placing her hand out as sweat slightly ran down her face.

:Hellex: are...you alright you were thrashing and mumbling in your sleep was it some kind of nightmare.

:Rachel: I...yeah some kind of nightmare it's strange I don't normally get those I'm fine I just...need a moment.

:Narrator: hellex looked at her with concern on his face he then slowly reached his hand out towards her but ultimately stopped as soon as the carriage stopped and the man driving yelled that they had finally arrived. Rachel looked out of the window to see the air was enveloped in a green mist while a few moments passed they were greeted by a guard dressed in dark blackish green armor asking them to state their business.

:Hellex: right my name is hellex leader of the heavens flame faction and ruler of this realm and I have some business with your leader we aren't here to cause any trouble.

:male guard: h-hellex?!? The hellex here apologies sir I will let him know of your arrival right away please follow the path up ahead.

:Narrator: the guard gave a slight nod and hurried over towards the other guard who was in charge of this huge gate telling him to open it. Once the gate opened the carriage started to move once again hearing laughter and music they looked out of the window looking at the city of poisonous nox as if there was a celebration going on. As told they followed the path all the way to a huge tower that towered over every building in the city was in view and finally the carriage stopped right in front of it and soon a woman in a formal black suit and glasses greeted them as both hellex and Rachel stepped out.

:Female secretary: good evening to both of you I am the master's secretary I was already informed about your visit please follow me he is expecting you both.

:Narrator: they both started to follow behind her while the cheers and the sound of celebration could still be heard they walked inside soon the secretary stopped and turned around to face both of them.

:Female secretary: we are all a bit busy for the celebration and remembrance of his late wife and Stella's birthday but since he heard that hellex would be paying a visit he made some time even for this occasion.

:Narrator: the female secretary raised her hand up as both hellex and Rachel were enveloped in a dark green cloud of smoke until they disappeared completely they both ended at the top of the tower the travel was instantaneous soon both started walking down the hallway with guards stationed on the left and right side bowing there heads as they walked passed until both reached the end to a huge room filled with laughter and music as well many people were there seemingly having a good time until a man sitting on a throne stood up raising his glass he wore a black suit and a dark green mask only his eyes weren't covered and could be seen.

:???: lady's and gentlemen today is a special day for my daughter for it is her birthday turning 17 not only we celebrate her but also my dear late wife in remembrance her vision will never fade as long as I'm alive she will live on...not only that but we have a very special guest here joining us the leader of the heavens flame and pronounced ruler of the realm hellex.

:Narrator: Stella sat there right next to her father with an uninterested look on her face she sighed until Stella quickly glanced up hearing the leader of the heavens flame was hear and was shocked to see Rachel was here as well then she gave a sly smirk looking right at her. Soon once her father was done with his speech he walked down to greet hellex and Rachel.

:???: well well well I'm surprised you came all this way here what brings you here hellex...oh who is this young lady I don't think I've seen you before.

:Hellex: this is Rachel she's new to my family and is my daughter and I've come here on business to return what Sarina has stolen.

:???: interesting so your the girl Stella ran into that day hello there my name is Avalon and apologies on my behalf hellex I didn't mean for Stella to invade or cause harm to one of your own it's just what your other daughter took was very precious to her and myself considering I'm in a good mood and today is a special day for my daughter let's discuss this matter later on tomorrow until then please enjoy yourselves you've had a long travel both of you I'll have my secretary open two rooms for you both.

:Narrator: while Avalon walked off Stella quickly walked down from where she was to greet them both while adjusting her dark green dress sighing in frustration because of it she then fixed her glasses as she stood in front of both of them.

:Stella: what a shocking surprise to see you here last time we met I kinda attacked you and you kicked me through a tree by the way I'm still feeling the aftereffects that really hurt you know! a-and sir hellex is your father which means I also attacked the daughter of the realms ruler...and infiltrated his domain without warning...aheh sorry about that mister hellex sir.

:Rachel: well your poison isn't exactly very pleasant either but nonetheless happy birthday Stella.

:Hellex: don't worry about it Rachel's life wasn't in danger and you only wished to take back what was stolen which was the amulet that is why we came here to return it and discuss business with your father.

:Narrator: Rachel nodded and reached into her back pocket taking out the green gem encrusted amulet and slowly handed it over to Stella she looked at the amulet in slight shock but smiled and grabbed it with both hands taking a moment to look at the amulet which reminded her of her mother.

:Stella: thank you...for returning it to me this amulet is the only thing I have of her left well since your here might as well enjoy yourself like my father said come with me for a moment.

:Narrator: Stella held onto the amulet in one hand then grabbed Rachel's hand with her other hand quickly running out of the room Rachel glanced down seeing her hand being held Rachel tried to explain how she doesn't like being touched only for her words to be cut off and brought into a huge room with clothes that stretched down the hall.

:Stella: since this is a party might as well dress the part I personally don't like this dress it's not my style maybe you can find a dress to your liking and wear it if you want.

:Rachel: d-dress hold on I don't do dresses never wore one before and frankly it doesn't look appealing.

:Stella: hmm no dress for you either...well there are tuxedos for girls that's your best bet alright then I have just the thing.

:Narrator: Stella placed her hand outwards toward Rachel and soon after light green misty smoke swirled around her body until the mist disbursed out Rachel looked down at herself seeing her clothes were now fully changed into a dark blue tuxedo she was shocked while patting her body slightly and looked around on herself.

:Rachel: how the hell did you do that I thought you only dealt with poison!?

:Stella: never reveal everything on what you're capable of if you want to keep the other person in a state of surprise and you do look pretty nice in that tuxedo you should dress more.

:Narrator: once both of them were finished they stepped out of the room heading back to the party that was being held. Hellex looked over and watched Stella and Rachel return but was surprised to see Rachel had changed clothes now wearing a slim tuxedo that fit her size very well hellex chuckled with a glass of wine in his hand.

:Hellex: never thought I'd see you wear something like that dear daughter it suits you nicely!!

:Rachel: do not...speak of this to anyone once we return back but even so I will take the compliment.

:narrator: the night was almost over including the party but not before the birthday girl closes this grand celebration off with an annual dance.

:Stella: oh right the dance to close this night and celebration every year I end up doing a dance with my father even if the moment was nice it's still a little embarrassing so this year I'm going to dance with someone my age or at least close to it I think you should dance with me Rachel.

:Rachel: me dance? Oh no no I don't dance especially with people.

:Hellex: oh come now it could be fun besides dancing could be a new experience you can write down in your notebook.

:Rachel: your...nott...helping you know that... alright damnit fine just this once but only this once!!

:Narrator: Stella jumped in joy and quickly grabbed Rachel's hand as they both went straight into the center of the floor the light was shined directly down at them while everyone in the room watched.

:Stella: it'll be fine just hold my hand and follow me it's all about being in sync with your partner.

:Narrator: Rachel reluctantly but finally grabbed onto her hand this was the first time she had held hands with anyone willingly soon they both started to dance with each other surprisingly Rachel could keep up with Stella with step for step. Rachel's eyes began to glow light blue while Stella's eyes shined bright green as the elegant music and keeping eye contact with Stella caused Rachel's blue flames to swirl around her body starting to sparkle all while a light green mist enveloped around Stella both dancing in sync to the point both green and blue colors started to mix with each other soon creating a beautiful shade of bright colored teal as sparkling flames swirled around each other Stella could feel the warmth the heat coming from Rachel's flames along from her body as well then Rachel dipped Stella causing the teal colored flames to softly burst outwards shining and raining in dazzling particles around everyone hellex stood there with a smirk on his face while having his arms crossed. Avalon looked at the two being completely stunned from what he just witnessed.

:Stella: I thought you said you don't dance...you're pretty good at it after all.

:Rachel: I suppose you're not bad yourself although I was only following your lead that's all.

:Narrator: they continued to look at one another until Rachel realized everyone in the room was starring at them in utter disbelief Rachel then stepped back and let's go of Stella's hand as her blue flames slowly started to die down around her body soon she would walk back towards hellex seeing that smirk still on his face.

:Hellex: well this night is just full of surprises aren't they so how was your first dance dear daughter.

:Rachel: I suppose...it wasn't that bad still I won't go out of my way to dance with others this was just a one time thing to fulfill a favor nothing more.

:Narrator: nothing more is what she said and that's what she told herself in her mind but such passion and connection from a simple dance was that really it or was it something more deeper Rachel thought on it for awhile especially the feeling it came with it that kind of feeling was certainly new for her.