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Chapter XI: Impetus Pathos couldn't lift his eyes from the deceptively powerful grasp he now found himself locked into. Doubtful of what he was seeing, the Absol took a moment to shake his head. He continued to read: Species: Espeon Client location: Exact location indeterminable. Most probable client location: Aurina Valley. Allotted time for rescue: Unknown. His heart was pounding. He'd spent so much time wondering just where Celestine was, what he would do if they met up, if they'd ever meet again. It was just what he was waiting for—a chance to set things right. Pathos was overjoyed, ecstatic! He could still find her! Pathos, though

Continued from Part I Morning brought with it an interesting feeling, a certain eagerness that was rather unfamiliar to Pathos. After snacking on some food from his bag, he started for Rasim's house, but was surprised when Rasim was there to greet him in the lobby of The Invictus, managing a conversation with Iris at the time. "Pathos, you never mentioned you'd been acquainted with Rasim! I wasn't even aware that he'd been here in Fort Securitas!" Iris exclaimed, hyper with the sudden resurgence of the Smeargle. "W-well, at the time, I wasn't aware that he was the court painter. Otherwise, yeah, I probably would have told you about it," Patho

Chapter X: Unfettered Pathos stretched, forcefully shutting his eyes in protest to the sun rays spreading from the ceiling. He'd slept well again that night, but was reluctant to get out of bed, too lazy now that he was no longer obligated to rise to meet some new goal. Nevertheless, Pathos stretched again, rolled off his bed, and landed clumsily on his feet. Pathos was unbearable aware of how alone he felt with Celestine there. Even when he first met her, those few days he spent in the village, she was there to greet him in the morning. It simply felt wrong to occupy the place with her gone. He stopped for a moment. I wonder where she is? Pa

Chapter IX - Asunder A cascade of splashes and a roaring shower—that's what was going on around Pathos. The rain seeped through his fur, its chill making him shiver. He wasn't sure how long he'd been out here, though he imagined it was far more than an hour, because before he knew it, the sun had completely set, leaving the area doused in not only rain, but also darkness. But Pathos was blank. He wasn't sure what to feel anymore. His breakdown had left him torn and lifeless. His senses had been rendered kaput, and he didn't know where to begin. I should head back, but... where do I go? What do I do, now that she's gone? How will I do mi

Chapter VIII - Petrichor Celestine gasped as she jolted awake in a cold sweat. Her chest held a tightness that restricted her breathing, and she was left shaky. She glanced around herself, only to find that she was still within her room. Calming her breaths, Celestine looked around. A... a nightmare? I guess so... She shifted her focus to the vacant hole in the ceiling. Still dark... what time is it? Celestine let her body go limp as she fell back to the bed, and she let out a sigh. Arceus... I'm so tired... She rubbed her eyes. That nightmare was... reminds me of... Panni... The Espeon clenched her teeth as her eyes began to water. Why... we

Chapter VII: Adumbrate Pt. II Alps of Gloom - F4 The third floor surprisingly gave them no more trouble than restricting their breathing, sight, and comprehension. There were no signs of the client, or any enemies. It certainly went by far smoother than the other floors. But when Team Reformity exited entered the fourth floor, all their expectations were obliterated. The land no longer remained flat. It curved up and down, dipped in some spots, and bulged in others, sometimes forming spikes that rose threateningly. The ground now carried a blue-gray hue, and it was quite wet, and some puddles pooled around. The fog was now as restricting as p

Chapter VII: Adumbrate - Pt. I Just moments after the paralyzing darkness enveloped his sight, Pathos' mind, body and vision returned to him. He fell, though not far. He felt his body thud against a hard surface, another thud coming shortly after. He could have sworn he was in pain, but it happened all too fast for his mind to recognize whether or not it truly was. Once he adjusted to being able to see once more, he began to take in his surroundings. He seemed to have been sent to a mountainous region, because he was positioned on a rough ledge that rose sharply about ten feet to his left. Just how high up was he? Looking around, Pathos spott

Chapter VI: Commencement Pathos' eyes were heavily crusted over by all the crying he had done the night before. His head throbbed, and his throat was sorely dry. Some part of him wanted nothing more than to lay in bed all day and do nothing, but he knew that was not possible, despite how he felt. Last night had, literally, been a nightmare for him. He didn't blame Celestine for wanting to help him out, but he had no reason to trust her abilities to sympathize with him. In fact, the thought that she could betray him still remained in his mind, and it was very possible to happen. He rolled onto his side. But... I just can't get it out of my hea

Continued from part 1 Pathos and Celestine approached the Sawk with a hint of carefulness, when one quickly spoke up, startling them. "Your purpose, state it now," it commanded with utmost authority. The Espeon looked at her partner with a look that said, "What do I do?" to which he responded by motioning with his head fir her to explain. Nodding, she cleared her throat, saying, "Well, we were given a little slip of paper here..." she paused, extracting the sheet from her bag, and showing it to them before continuing, "This one. We were directed here, because I inquired Iris about joining. I'm not entirely sure what all is required, though,

Chapter V: Advancement The two Pokémon had been in a dead sprint ever since they laid their eyes on the distant object. Pathos wasn't entirely sure just how much more he could take of this, because he was slowing down more and more, with Celestine taking the lead, getting farther and farther ahead. He let out one last huff before collapsing onto the ground, and managed to say, "Celestine, could we please take a short break? We've been running for Arceus knows how long, I'm exhausted, and my body feels like it's ready to shut down. It's really starting to get to me." Halting to a stop, the Espeon gave a small pout, but turned around and s