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the wicked orange flames looked something out of a misty Halloween night as the ice and fire combined to generate a sinister fog that was rising to meet the turtles defense squad."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel saw the rushing seawater converging on their location as liquid continued to cascade down the distant walls to fill the space, picked a confused Scarlet up into a princess carry, and raced for the ship heading their way.┬á ÔÇ£We need to get out of here!ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£O-Okay,ÔÇØ Scarlet stammered, vampiric eyes squinting a little as air gushed past them with RachelÔÇÖs accelerated pace.┬á ÔÇ£Umm ÔǪ thereÔǪÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Shadows surrounded them again and they were now running on the deck at the same breakneck pace, causing the Vespertine Reaper to squeak in panic.┬á Reacting in a split second, Rachel shifted her posture and position, both girlÔÇÖs hair mixing as she allowed them to be flipped into a backflip while gripping Scarlet close to her chest."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"She landed on the back railing, legs taking the bulk of the stress before hopping to the wood.┬á Rachel released a slow puff of air through her full lips to rid her breast of stress, shifting the coat a bit to set Scarlet down.┬á The black-haired girl stumbled a little, eyes spinning from being spun and jerked around, but swiftly regained her senses."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Aye,ÔÇØ Cahira called, running over to meet them, ÔÇ£what in the bloody ÔÇÿell be happeninÔÇÖ?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"RachelÔÇÖs gaze fell to the coat with a glare, but unfolded it to hand the Pirate Queen the crinkled map.┬á ÔÇ£LetÔÇÖs get out of here first; IÔÇÖm pretty sure weÔÇÖre diving into the ocean, and I donÔÇÖt know how deep this thing goes.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Oof, I see yer point,ÔÇØ Cahira mumbled, focus moving to the filling up space.┬á A grin lifted the fiery-haired womanÔÇÖs face as she unfolded the parchment to study it.┬á ÔÇ£Mi lilÔÇÖ boy here is a bit green ÔÇÿround the ears, but weÔÇÖll see what the lad can handle.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Her reddish-orange eyebrows lifted.┬á ÔÇ£Hmm ÔǪ a rather odd map ÔǪ it be changing as we go ÔǪ ahÔǪÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Scarlet and Rachel barely got a look at the map before their ride tilted into the air, heading right for the folding and twisting maze above."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Selvaria was currently all the way off the deck, hugging the turtleÔÇÖs head while cooing how cute he was; her pet seal was resting contently beside her, now rocking a new faintly glowing blue collar.┬á Both were utterly oblivious to what was happening around them."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel directed a suspicious glance toward Gisele; somehow her pet bird and SelvariaÔÇÖs pet seal had made it to this massive turtle ship before them.┬á TheyÔÇÖd been onboard to greet Cahira when they arrived."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Ohan was still taking in the area, searching for danger, and probably pondering the undead abominationÔÇÖs response and demise.┬á He had one hand on the railing to stabilize himself and another on his sword, following the army of snapping turtles.┬á Their living ship was coming up to the battle, but none of them focused on their little vessel."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"The orange cursed flames and fog continued to rise, causing the deadly ocean turtles to drop out of the sky one after another, turning into piles of treasure.┬á Cahira hadnÔÇÖt missed the gems and gold raining into the rising seawater below; the rushing in liquid was turning to ice before being converted to mist faster than it could overtake the flames."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Gah, too badÔǪÔÇØ┬á The woman grumbled, vision returning to the map.┬á ÔÇ£Our exit be up in that there button; strap down, mi lad anÔÇÖ lasses, we be enterinÔÇÖ the thick of her!ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"A lump dropped down RachelÔÇÖs dry throat; after their flying turtle weaved around the shifting mass of black wooden triangles, symbols flaring with life; they were diving right for a wide opening in the shell, currently dumping waves of water into the area.┬á The wooden triangles of the maze must have been plugging it up before but after the attack and them finishing the quest, they appeared to have shifted positions."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Swiftly finding a storage box built into the deck near her, Rachel unlatched it to deposit the coat and crystals into it.┬á She locked it back up before opening a nearby door and directing her little disgruntled Sky Reaver into it for her own protection, noticing the gemstone anklet around GiseleÔÇÖs left leg.┬á Once her bird and items were safe, she barred the door."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Accepting the rope Cahira created out of blue flames, Rachel tied herself and retied ScarletÔÇÖs horrible knot to the nearby rail; the Vespertine Reaper looked a bit crestfallen after comparing her previous knot to the one Rachel fashioned."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Well ÔǪ I wasnÔÇÖt in Girl ScoutsÔǪÔÇØ┬á She defended with a low grumble.┬á The comment made RachelÔÇÖs stomach shake a little with laughter; she needed to since the thoughts rolling around her gut and brain were anything but comforting."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"The Pirate Queen sent several lines shot out of the front of her ship to secure an oblivious Selvaria and Galatea safely to the turtleÔÇÖs neck; not that they might die in the sea, but if they were seperated the lost time could be costly."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Brace!ÔÇØ┬á Cahira yelled as her map vanished into wisps of flames, stored for safety.┬á Everyone took a deep breath, and with a loud cheer, the Pirate Queen directed her living ship into the waterfall."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Liquid surged around Rachel, but she held firm to the wooden railing, eyes squinting to see what was happening around them.┬á Their ride was powering through the downward gushing seawater.┬á It took a minute to finally make it out of the thick shell, and the strong tides eased."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"They were still in the ocean, hundreds of meters below the sea level, but rising swiftly; some kind of ability the sea turtle possessed must have helped ease the pressure because they werenÔÇÖt having any issues acclimating with the rapid race to the surface."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Sadly, ScarletÔÇÖs ripped shirt had mostly been torn off from the rushing waters, leaving her clinging to the scraps, face red with frustration.┬á Rachel felt a little bad with how hard sheÔÇÖd had it with clothes on the quest, noting that extra pairs might be a good idea for future adventures."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Out of curiosity, Rachel positioned herself to peer over the edge, and saw theyÔÇÖd only seen a fraction of the colossal living creature theyÔÇÖd been on; its head could have easily gobbled up their entire ship.┬á It soon disappeared into the depths of the sea, releasing such low frequency roars that it was even difficult for her to hear."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Turning her gaze above, Rachel could make out CahiraÔÇÖs first ship and the darkening sky; it was reaching nightfall, proving theyÔÇÖd been gone for more time than she thought."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Anthony was in the water, swimming down to chase after the floating away island, but appeared to have changed directions upon seeing them.┬á Pointing him out to Cahira, she somehow telepathically directed her turtle to pick him up."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Reaching the surface, Rachel filled her lungs with fresh air, chest heaving; water was dripping off everything as their motley crew pulled their hair out of their faces and surveyed the area theyÔÇÖd landed."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"CahiraÔÇÖs sailing boat with everyone on it was thirty meters away.┬á The occupantsÔÇÖ notice was swiftly drawn their way by Molly; Rachel could imagine her mother nearly having a heart attack when the island started to sink, and a twinge of guilt filled her chest."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000","italic":true},"insert":"How is Mom going to survive the crystal news?"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"AnthonyÔÇÖs bare chest was heaving while rushing over to meet them.┬á ÔÇ£Rachel, what ÔǪ what happened?┬á You wereÔǪÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Cahira interrupted him as her turtle swam toward the other ship.┬á ÔÇ£Aye, aye, mi lovers, we best be gettinÔÇÖ on the move before the big beastie be cominÔÇÖ up in a tizzy!┬á Ohan, mi lad, can ye ÔÇÿelp bring the rest oÔÇÖ the crew over?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£... Yeah, IÔÇÖll get on that,ÔÇØ he mumbled, still looking somewhat preoccupied with his thoughts."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£... Mmh,ÔÇØ AnthonyÔÇÖs lips fell a little, but after a moment he nodded, trying to give Rachel a reassuring smile.┬á ÔÇ£IÔÇÖm glad youÔÇÖre okay; your mother looked like she wanted to strangle someone when the island was sinking.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£I can imagine,ÔÇØ Rachel chuckled."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Scarlet cut her rope with her blood out of frustration when she couldnÔÇÖt untie it.┬á ÔÇ£Why does my shirt keep getting destroyed!ÔÇØ┬á She yelled; only a small part of the front of her PJs was left after most had been torn away."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"AnthonyÔÇÖs smile turned forced, green eyes shifting to her.┬á ÔÇ£Sorry to hear that ÔǪ umm, IÔÇÖll head over and help get your family across.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"He ran off as Rachel opened the chest to extract the overcoat and handed it to Scarlet to use; the crystals tumbled out into the chest."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ScarletÔÇÖs eyes widened with surprise upon seeing it.┬á ÔÇ£Grrgrmm┬á ÔǪ wait, uh ÔǪ this is what that monster dropped when it died, right?ÔÇØ┬á With both men now jumping over to the other ship to help bring people over, she removed what was left of her PJ top to examine the coat.┬á ÔÇ£... DoesnÔÇÖt this look like itÔÇÖs meant for you, Rachel?┬á ItÔÇÖs got a big bunny paw-print on it ÔǪ so cute,ÔÇØ she mumbled."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Mmh,ÔÇØ Rachel glared at the piece of clothing.┬á ÔÇ£I donÔÇÖt know what it does or if it does anything at all, but IÔÇÖm thinking about it ÔǪ IÔÇÖll let you know when I work it out in my mind.┬á Until then, you can use it.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Thanks!ÔÇØ┬á Scarlet chimed, examining how to put it on."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"The article was mainly white with what appeared to be fluffy rabbit or mink fur around bottom hem; the coat was backless and shoulderless, showing orange trim, bunny-ear button designs, and string that wrapped around the back and under the bust to hold it in place."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"It by no means looked practical or as if it would hold its position to Rachel, but who it was intended for was obvious.┬á The back had a fold-over area with a bow a few inches above where her tail was, allowing a place for it.┬á The pink bunny paw-print on the left side all but confirmed the connection."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Cahira inspected the outfit as Scarlet fiddled with the buttons and tie.┬á ÔÇ£Eh ÔǪ holÔÇÖ-up, lass ÔǪ whereÔÇÖd ya get this godly thing?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ScarletÔÇÖs small smirk screamed victory as she managed to get the front knot undone, and her blue irises lifted to the woman.┬á ÔÇ£Oh, you can see the stuff we get since itÔÇÖs loot from the dungeon, right?!ÔÇØ┬á She asked with excitement before slipping it around her body."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£WhatÔÇÖs up with this ÔǪ wait, Rachel ÔǪ I donÔÇÖt think IÔÇÖll fit this.┬á Aww, look,ÔÇØ she grumbled, tying the knot into a small simple knot underneath her bra, ÔÇ£my bust is too small ÔǪ no IÔÇÖm just small in general,ÔÇØ she whispered; the item was clearly designed for Rachel at 5ÔÇØ9, not Scarlet at 5ÔÇØ1."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel and Scarlet jumped as the outfit suddenly shone with white light before shrinking to the Vespertine ReaperÔÇÖs size.┬á ScarletÔÇÖs belly thrust forward in surprise as the fold-over orange ribbon tied itself firmly wrapping the mid-section around the girlÔÇÖs figure, and at the same time, the front string tightened underneath her bust, front framing her breasts while securing them in a comfortable position."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Her bra vanished, showing a small black outlined strip of a strapless and backless replacement just above the coatÔÇÖs semi-sweetheart neckline; a carrot shape was cut out of the middle of the bust, just above the ribbon.┬á The bottom flared out from her sides to mid-thighs with a reverse-V cut at the front, starting just above her belly button."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Scarlet began to panic when her PJs bottoms were suddenly replaced by white shorty-shorts with an orange bow and trim; the same pink bunny paw-print could be seen on the sides in miniature fashion, as if the tiny creatures had made their way down the shorts, and a bunny poof belt wrapped around her hips."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Black tights followed with similar pink bunny paw-prints running down the sides that ended at her upper-thighs, showing a section of skin.┬á White, ankle cross-strap ballerina ballet flats with orange ribbons weaving up to her shins with a pink bow tying them off on opposite sides.┬á Two pink bunny head outlines were imprinted on the two cross-sections the straps met."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"To top it all off, accessories began shining into existence across ScarletÔÇÖs body.┬á A cute pink strap choker with a carrot centerpiece and poofy anklets, and a left thigh strap.┬á It finally finished with skin-tight black gloves with frizzy wrist warmers and a leaf-design rhinestone upper-armband on her left arm."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"It had transformed her entire appearance, and Rachel had no doubt it would probably add some kind of fashion to her ears had she worn it."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Woah!ÔÇØ┬á Scarlet stepped back, turning and twisting to see all the changes.┬á ÔÇ£IÔÇÖve ÔǪ never changed faster in my life,ÔÇØ she said with a forced chuckle.┬á ÔÇ£Umm ÔǪ I can take this off, right?┬á ItÔÇÖs not gonna ÔǪ you knowÔǪÔÇØ┬á She tailed off before tentatively hopping on her toes.┬á ÔÇ£Uh ÔǪ why do I feel so light?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Cahira giggled, studying her with a critical eye.┬á ÔÇ£Aye, the long-eared lass might not look half-bad in it, ya know?┬á So ÔǪ itÔÇÖs definitely meant fer Rach, as ya might ÔÇÿave guessed.┬á As ta the light in yer step, it be enhancinÔÇÖ yer Stats by 10%, and sheÔÇÖs got a lotÔÇÖah perks besides that up her skirt.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Like?ÔÇØ┬á Rachel asked frowning a little while moving around Scarlet to see her backside; there was a small gap that would be shown just above her tail, displaying her skin, but if she lifted it up, the spot would be covered.┬á The gloves were decent, but she wasnÔÇÖt sold on all the puff the outfit carried with it."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Ah, well, sheÔÇÖll level with ya, for one,ÔÇØ Cahira grinned, causing both Scarlet and Rachel to give her a questioning glance.┬á ÔÇ£Aye, thatÔÇÖs right, mi lasses ÔǪ seems if ya choose to wear it, Rach, youÔÇÖll be stuck with it for a while ÔǪ although, maybe itÔÇÖll change a bit each level, huh?┬á It could be doinÔÇÖ it with your desire, like many of the other things.┬á Ya already seen it can reshape itself.┬á Pretty cool, huh?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000","italic":true},"insert":"This is definitely not the design IÔÇÖd go with ÔǪ something tells me itÔÇÖs MoongmorÔÇÖs whims that will change it.┬á God, demigod, or whatever creature he may be ÔǪ what does he want for all these gifts?"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£I mean, itÔÇÖs not that bad,ÔÇØ Scarlet mumbled with a small smile once getting a full view of herself.┬á ÔÇ£I mean, a bit open at the top, but itÔÇÖs cute ÔǪ looks like something out of an anime or something,ÔÇØ she giggled."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel took a long breath.┬á ÔÇ£I suppose IÔÇÖll have to see what it does for me when we get you some decent clothes ÔǪ did it eat what was left of your others?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ScarletÔÇÖs lips fell a little.┬á ÔÇ£Hmm ÔǪ I mean, IÔÇÖd trade those scraps for this any day, but ÔǪ yeah, that is a good question.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Their attention moved to the plank that the Legendkin had set up, helping the others onto the new ship; her mother cried out their names, rushing over to give them both a smothering hug."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Rachel, Scarlet!┬á I ÔǪ I was so worried!ÔÇØ┬á She cried, forcing them into both her arms.┬á ÔÇ£What happened?┬á What ÔǪ are you wearing?ÔÇØ┬á She asked, probably wondering if her cute Scarlet had been forced into a stripper outfit for some ungodly reason; she hadnÔÇÖt seen fantasy clothing designs, and anything close to this was from passing Korean Instagram pictures, so, of course, her mind would go there."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"The Vespertine ReaperÔÇÖs cheeks darkened a little.┬á ÔÇ£Umm ÔǪ well, my other clothes kind of got ruined ÔǪ this is actually RachelÔÇÖs.┬á WeÔÇÖre fine, though!ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Huh?ÔÇØ┬á MollyÔÇÖs unsure gaze shifted between them, probably trying to imagine her wearing the outfit."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel swiftly stepped in.┬á ÔÇ£ItÔÇÖs a long story, Mom; we just escaped a gigantic island turtle.┬á Once everyoneÔÇÖs on, weÔÇÖllÔǪÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"She cut off as the ship went into motion, wind picking up its pace.┬á ÔÇ£Already on it!ÔÇØ┬á Cahira chimed, snapping her fingers; her previous ship burst into flames.┬á Everyone else was preoccupied with the massive moving turtle head at the front of the ship."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Selvaria was sitting on the front, long blue-highlighted black hair weaving in the wind behind her as she cheered, her baby seal in her lap; they were leaving the water, rising higher and higher into the sky."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£We should be good,ÔÇØ Cahira grinned, putting her hands on her wide hips.┬á ÔÇ£My little boy can keep an altitude of 100 meters for two hours before having to drop back down.┬á Should be good to mingle now.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel caught her dad looking around for her, moving past the small crowd while mumbling in Korean, ÔÇ£Now weÔÇÖre flying on a gigantic HyunmooÔǪÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"She met up with everyone and did her best to quiet their worries, swiftly taking control of the conversation to deliver it in the least frightening way possible for her parentsÔÇÖ hearts.┬á They went below deck to get away from the wind."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Apparently, the creature they were on was a Floating Turtle, and it couldnÔÇÖt technically fly, but use its large fins to propel and glide for a certain distance.┬á Cahira gave a passing comment about the reason there wasnÔÇÖt a steering wheel was because she communicated with the turtle through thought, and since she called him her baby, he was apparently pretty young."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Alexa wasnÔÇÖt buying the smooth story Rachel glossed over, petting the baby Sky Reaver that was standing on the table in front of her, but Scarlet leaned in to whisper sheÔÇÖd tell her about the details later.┬á The important part for everyone was that the LegendÔÇÖs Quest was over; they just had to stop off on an island to pick up CahiraÔÇÖs reward."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Cahira gave everyone around the comfy gathering area a bright smile and thumbs up.┬á ÔÇ£Yup, it be smooth sailinÔÇÖ from here on out!┬á Oh, I canÔÇÖt believe I got mi first flyinÔÇÖ ship so soon; he be a real beautÔÇÖ!ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Molly slumped across the table with a weak groan.┬á ÔÇ£I ÔǪ donÔÇÖt know how much more I can take, Rachel, Scarlet ÔǪ why is everything so dangerous?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£No, no,ÔÇØ Scarlet pleaded, ÔÇ£this was just a really unusual one.┬á This isnÔÇÖt normal.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Clay released a low rumble in his throat.┬á ÔÇ£Rachel, do we have time for you to discuss it at length with me?┬á For military purposes, that is,ÔÇØ he added, noticing Sam and MollyÔÇÖs looks.┬á ÔÇ£There may be a few things I need to bring up to my superiors.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"This was actually a perfect opportunity; RachelÔÇÖs gaze shifted to Cahira.┬á ÔÇ£Is there a private room a few of us can use.┬á There are some things IÔÇÖd like to discuss that would be covered under the NDA we signed.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Her parents didnÔÇÖt like that she was moving to discuss things without their attendance, but her father ran interference to respect her wishes.┬á ÔÇ£Molly, I wanted to talk with you, too.┬á We can find a secluded place.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"MollyÔÇÖs eyes watered a bit.┬á ÔÇ£Really?┬á Thanks, Gwon,ÔÇØ she sniffed, using her fatherÔÇÖs Korean name.┬á She shifted to give Rachel and Scarlet one last look before getting up and hugging them.┬á ÔÇ£You two mean the world to me ÔǪ I just donÔÇÖt want to see you get hurt.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Scarlet began to choke up, hugging her back.┬á ÔÇ£T-Thanks ÔǪ Mom,ÔÇØ she whispered, causing Molly to break down even more."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£The Park family has another daughter ÔǪ youÔÇÖre always welcome in our home, okay?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£MhmÔǪÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"RachelÔÇÖs own heart burned at the emotions, but she reigned them in to discuss what had been bugging her.┬á They all split up."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Zoe and Felix moved off to explore the ship more, but according to their whispers, Felix wanted to find a room where they could talk more; they seemed to be developing a cute relationship."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Reed and brother seemed to have developed a closer friendship with one another since they were gone, talking about how The Oscillation might change the sportÔÇÖs scene."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Her parents bustled off for her father to let her mother cry on his shoulder and tell him all her fears."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Alexa was a little miffed she was being excluded from the conversation, taking RachelÔÇÖs Sky Reaver to the upper-deck to check around more; by the expression on "},{"attributes":{"background":"#ffffff","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ElenaÔÇÖs face, she really wanted to join, too, and after some careful thought, figured Zoe and the Honey Badger would hear anyways with their enhanced hearing.┬á However, knowing it was the simple act of being left out that was bothering the girl, Rachel allowed it."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"#ffffff","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Clay didnÔÇÖt seem sure about the 16-year-old girl into the meeting, but didnÔÇÖt push the topic, likely figuring she had her reasons, and Maria seemed to catch on since she had enhanced hearing, as well."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel directed the individuals she wanted to be present to follow her.┬á Clay, Maria, Anthony, Ohan, Scarlet, Cahira, Elena, and Selvaria into the shipÔÇÖs meeting room.┬á It was built for ten people, which meant they had a seat open."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£So, what was it really like?ÔÇØ┬á Elena asked with an eager smile; she was looking at Rachel like she was a superstar."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Of course, after seeing how everyone fought the Werebats and Sky Reavers, it wasnÔÇÖt that big of a surprise that her eyes would be locked on them; she was a Honey Badger Beastkin.┬á The teenager had grown up around gangsters, where being tough was a big part of her life, and who could compete with the figures in this room?"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"RachelÔÇÖs demeanor cooled dramatically as she retold the tale.┬á Ohan stepped in to describe the Primal Energy shifts that were too focused to be random acts, leading him in certain areas, and the other four girls added their own small inputs, Selvaria letting her seal sleep on her lap during the conversation.┬á The only part she manipulated was the information about Twilight."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Once Rachel finished discussing the undead abomination, she paused, activating her ability to reveal the "},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000","italic":true},"insert":"Bunny Gang"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":".┬á Selvaria, Scarlet, and ElenaÔÇÖs eyes shone like stars while observing the adorable little buns, each one a different color to represent the various lunar energies."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"They were squishy balls with zig-zag mouths that didnÔÇÖt open; the only features they had were two long bunny ears, currently flopped over in a cute manner, three colorful whiskers, big, shiny black eyes, a polished button nose, and a puffy tail."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"The three hopped around, cheeks puffed up in a cute manner, and they seemed to be drawn to the three girls that were fonning over them."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"RachelÔÇÖs tone wasnÔÇÖt cheerful, though.┬á ÔÇ£... These creatures come from a skill called "},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000","italic":true},"insert":"Bunny Gang"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":", and I received them from the abomination that was killed by an invisible attacker.┬á The last thing it said was Moongmor, which just so happens to be the same name of the Branch this Skill is linked to.┬á It names Moongmor as EostreÔÇÖs pet bird, turned into a rabbitÔǪÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Oh, now thatÔÇÖs somethinÔÇÖ,ÔÇØ Cahira mused.┬á ÔÇ£Eostre be an Anglo-Saxon goddess ÔǪ donÔÇÖt know much more than that, but it be interestinÔÇÖ, nonetheless, huh?┬á Think it be EostreÔÇÖs doinÔÇÖ or the pet?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel shook her head.┬á ÔÇ£I canÔÇÖt be sure.┬á IÔÇÖm pointing to it being Moongmor himself, but he could be on orders from Eostre.┬á The only thing that really is certain ÔǪ there are real creatures out there that have the power to mess with The System.┬á I donÔÇÖt know why, but what I do know is that they didnÔÇÖt create The System.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ClayÔÇÖs dark skin creased.┬á ÔÇ£How do you know that?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£I canÔÇÖt say,ÔÇØ Rachel sighed.┬á ÔÇ£I am almost 100% certain that these powerful creatures ÔǪ call them demigods or gods, it doesnÔÇÖt matter, but they did not create The System.┬á However, they can manipulate it to a degree.┬á I do believe there are things vastly more powerful than Moongmor or even Eostre ÔǪ I only know a small sliver the size of wood shavings compared to an entire iceberg ÔǪ I really donÔÇÖt know a lot when it comes to this System or the forces surrounding it, but what I do know is that we can draw the attention of these deities or creatures.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Ohan was leaning forward, a hard glare in his dark eyes, and even if it was aimed at Rachel, she knew it wasnÔÇÖt for her.┬á ÔÇ£YouÔÇÖre saying a creature called Moongmor was likely the one manipulating us and this quest?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel slowly shook her head.┬á ÔÇ£Parts, possibly, but for all I know, there could have been others.┬á The one lead I do have is Moongmor, and judging by the gifts he manipulated The System to give me, IÔÇÖd say IÔÇÖve drawn his attention.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£What about the Crystals?ÔÇØ┬á Clay growled, his vision narrowing from the implication."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£ItÔÇÖs a possibility,ÔÇØ Rachel sighed.┬á ÔÇ£I couldnÔÇÖt get any information about that.┬á In the end, we need to really reevaluate the kinds of enemies we could be stepping into the ring with ÔǪ we need to utilize everything we have to get stronger, and that includes the U.S. as a nation,ÔÇØ Rachel concluded."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Clay leaned back, sucking on his lower lip.┬á ÔÇ£... IÔÇÖll pass it on ÔǪ there are enemies gathering everywhere.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Maria snickered, reaching over to punch ClayÔÇÖs shoulder.┬á ÔÇ£Aww, cÔÇÖmon, chino, we got this, yo!┬á Aye, we just gotta keep lookinÔÇÖ, huh?┬á Good thing we got Rachel on the case, she might as well be a hound, my man.┬á Oh, and let me heal yÔÇÖall,ÔÇØ she huffed, glaring around the table, ÔÇ£yeah, ya canÔÇÖt hide shit from me.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Her horn flared and all of RachelÔÇÖs stressed muscles eased.┬á The five labyrinth runners gave the Unicorn a thankful smile, giving her thanks."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"After the meeting, they parted ways; Selvaria wanted her to name her ÔÇÿbun-bunsÔÇÖ, as she called them, but she wanted to think on it for a while before deciding on anything.┬á She wasnÔÇÖt sure if Moongmor had any ulterior motives, but expected there must be.┬á In time, perhaps heÔÇÖd show himself.┬á The whole event had thrown her for a loop, but the competitive side in her wanted to get strong enough to handle the monsters theyÔÇÖd barely come out alive from."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel returned to the box where her crystals were; one shimmered a bright pink while the other was orange.┬á Scooping them up, she went to Cahira."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"The woman was standing at the front of her ship with a small smile on her full lips, staring down at the sea; the wind had calmed dramatically with the skills the turtle was exercising, giving them a smoother voyage."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Without even asking, Cahira glanced back with a small chuckle.┬á ÔÇ£Ah, takinÔÇÖ ÔÇÿem out, eh?┬á Guess ya be lookinÔÇÖ for some answers ÔÇÿbout ÔÇÿem.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Rachel hummed, leaning back against the railing to twirl the four-inch long diamond-shaped objects.┬á ÔÇ£You could sense them in the box?ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£ItÔÇÖs mi ship,ÔÇØ the Pirate Queen replied."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Right ÔǪ IÔÇÖm guessing they contain Flush Moon and Coral Moon Energy ÔǪ IÔÇÖm beginning to think thatÔÇÖs what Moongmor primarily focuses on.┬á Their purpose is unclear, though.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"Cahira nodded.┬á ÔÇ£Hmm ÔǪ well, ta me, they be materials.┬á There be this ugly olÔÇÖ dwarf Legendkin back in L.A. that can turn those types of things into stuff; if I were ta take a guess, ya be needinÔÇÖ someone like ÔÇÿim, but I wouldnÔÇÖt recommend the fella,ÔÇØ she mused."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£... An Artificer,ÔÇØ Rachel whispered.┬á ÔÇ£Hmm ÔǪ okay, that makes sense.┬á Thanks, Cahira ÔǪ you know, you really have been a pleasure to have around.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Aye,ÔÇØ she giggled.┬á ÔÇ£I be useful in a pinch,ÔÇØ she said with a sad smile, pulling back her hair to stare up at the puffy white clouds."},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"},"insert":"ÔÇ£Heh,ÔÇØ Rachel tapped her bare shoulder with the back of her hand, ÔÇ£youÔÇÖre more than just a convenient ride.ÔÇØ"},{"insert":"\n\t"},{"attributes":{"background":"transparent","color":"#000000"