ElementalGoddess-san1 here for probably the last chapter here! Yup! Since it's the last, it's gonna be awesome…I hope… and so enjoy.~~~ Lalala~~~ ;U;

Alondra's POV:

I feel like I want to hit something. Ugh, that bird brain Kuro has to do something without further hesitation or thought. I feel my hands clench into fists. When I face him he's going to get a taste of what's in my head right now. I can see the edge of the Underworld. I look both ways and see the Elementals are flying next to me and Pit is on one side. He's had that same expression since we left. Nothing. It's bothering me, but right now is no time for that.

We descend until we reach a huge building. It's as huge as the temple in Skyworld but scarier and definitely uninviting.

"This is where Medusa is staying for now," said Mom in our heads. "She's deep within the temple, but watch out. There's minions crawling everywhere. It looks like Medusa is at the west side. Kuro is at the east. The monsters are smack in the middle."

"We're gonna have to split up," I say. "I'll go get Kuro."

"I'll go with you!" said Cayla. "I have to apologize and get it over with."

"I think it's best that Skyiller and I control the monsters waiting for us ahead. Once they're controlled, we'll head straight to the west chamber and help Jessica and Jamie with Medusa. " Maryangel says. She then looks at Pit. "Pit, you should go with Jessica and Jamie. Your techniques will make it easier to fight."

Pit nods and that was like a signal to sneak into the temple. The group huddled over the entrance and Pit was next to me.

"Don't do anything dumb, Alondra." Pit says looking ahead. "In both ways."

My face feels hot and I smack him upside the head.

Don't be an airhead. I'm already hyped up to hurt the guy."

From the corner of my eye, I see Pit smirk and hold back a laugh. Then, we're in the temple. The evil aura cuts me back. Maryangel and Skyiller ran up the stone steps, Pit, Jessie, and Jamie ran west through a long hallway and I was at pace with Cayla- to get Kuro.

Pit's POV:

This is actually a pretty good work out. Lady Palutena was a bit off on where the monsters were coming from but, well, oh well. Jessica and Jamie are overly excited about it as well. They don't even flinch at the sight of a monster jumping out of nowhere. We fight our way through the longest hallway I'll probably ever have to go through until we reached large stone double doors. The door is carved in a design of a snake coming out of fire. This is definitely it. I push the door open and before us sat a woman with the creepiest smile.

Maryangel POV:

At first the amount of demons coming at us was controllable but little by little more charged at us until it became uncontrollable. Skyiller, as one of the strongest fighters was being pushed back. I called out to her and she grumbled about annoying something and a huge wave of fire shot out and it was enough to push back the demons. I concentrated on aiming the boulders I pulled out of the ground at the biggest enemies I see and as time passed there was not a single demon left rushing down the stairs. Skyiller sighed and stretched her arms.

"Well, that was fun." Skyiller grinned.

I smiled and as we headed towards the west hallway.

Cayla's POV: There was no end to the maze of hallways and rooms. We just couldn't find Kuro. Alondra's pace was not slowing and I felt a verge of giving up. I glanced down at her necklace and it glowed in the dark light. We continued to search and when Alondra opened a door we were faced with a dark haired boy, walking away. I gasped and Alondra's eyes widened. All I saw was her figure as she ran at the boy. The boy turned around and nearly yelped as Alondra pushed him down.

"KURO!" I screamed, relieved.

Pit's POV:

Medusa just sat there and smiled. Her eyes were glued onto mine. Creepy.

"Well, it's nice to get a little visit from Palutena's strongest fighters. Better than her I think."

"Medusa, stop your attacks on Skyworld and the Mortal World." I interrupted.

"No need to be so hasty, child" she got up making us step back. "Unless, of course you turn in the princess to me. Then perhaps I'll think about it."

"We're not stupid, you know. Now just hurry up and surrender." Jamie said impatiently, obviously ready for a fight.

"Watch your tongue, Lightning." Medusa hissed. "I guess the rumors are true about how the Lightning Guardian talks more than she should."

Jamie was shaking in anger. Jessica touched her and she eased up a little.

Medusa's eyes went from Jamie to Jessica.

"Ah, the Water Guardian." She sighed. "You are the leader, correct?" Jessica said nothing and Medusa was coming closer. I gripped my knifes tighter.

"A silent leader, I see." Medusa said and then she slid her eyes to me.

"And the little dove. Oh you've gotten tall since the first time I met you." She gave a sly grin.

I clenched my teeth and bit my tongue. "Are you not going to obey Lady Palutena's orders?"

"My sister orders me?" She sighed as she turned to her throne and stood next to it.

"I thought she would have learned her lesson. I guess I just have to make myself clear." She said and she shot her hand out and a long staff was sent to her hand. I was disgusted as I realized it was the same one from the day she attacked Skyworld."

Alondra's POV:

I'm practically choking the boy in my arms from either anger or relief.

"A-Alondra…" Kuro said. I pulled away and my face went red. I remembered what Pit asked me and I nearly jumped off of Kuro. He grabbed my hand and pulled me back to him so that I was in a tight hug. I felt tears run in my eyes. "You…" I trailed. He pulled back and looked at me. "What?"

"You…IDIOT!" I slapped him and he held his cheek. I shot out my other hand but he grabbed it and tried to stop me. I sent fiery heat up my hand and he cursed as he pulled his hand away.

"Alondra?!"

"Why would you do something stupid like that? You really are an idiot. You could have told me beforehand! And go against her alone?Why?"

Kuro was silent for a second. "You shouldn't have come. I could have finished it myself, Alondra. " He looked away.

"Kuro."

He looked at me and I held his face. "We're in this together." His face went slightly red and I let go and stood up. I turned to Cayla and nodded. She grinned and when Kuro got up she flinched. He looked up at her and growled. "Cayla…because of you, you dragged princess here!" He hit the back of her head and she squealed. "Kuro, I couldn't help it! She saw right through me. Besides I couldn't let you go out there alone, now could I?" She smiled. Kuro glared and she giggled. "Sorry."

Kuro sighed.

"Guys, we should head over to Medusa's. I'm sure something's up." I said as I stared at my flickering charm."

We quickly jogged to the far west through the longest hallway I found very annoying.

Skyiller's POV:

I guess we barged through that door way to loudly because now Maryangel and I were being watched by Jessica, Jamie, Pit, and a creepy lady I guess was Medusa. They were in a middle of a fight and the moment we crashed through there was a moment of silence as they looked at us and suddenly we had to dodge for our lives as Medusa shot black and red miasma. I tried my best to shoot fire at her but most of the times I had to use a shield of fire. This lady was no joke.

Alondra's POV:

I could hear the sounds of fighting in through large stone doors and I feel a sense of fear.

Kuro pushes the door with hesitation and I catch a familiar face I dreaded in my dreams.

Medusa.

As if she's read my mind she shot something out of her staff and turned to me. Her lips lifted into a disturbing smile.

"My dear niece, Alondra." she says with a hint of sarcasm. I grimace and watch as she comes near.

"How about a hug?" she begins to tease. I frown, nearly forgetting why I had come here. Medusa does the same.

"Then, how about you hand over that necklace around your neck?" she stretches her hand so that her long fingers hang down like spider legs. I felt a shiver run down my back. She smiles as she takes a step closer. I clear my throat.

"Don't underestimate me, Medusa. Of course I won't give it to you. Now just give Kuro his freedom and we'll be gone before you know it."

Medusa clasped her fingers into her palm and she began to laugh evilly as she turned and walked away. By that time the group was at my side, guarding. Medusa turned around and narrowed her eyes.

"Just like your mother, never gives in yet asks for an exaggeration." she sneers. "Well, I'm not having a mini Palutena tell ME what to do. Now, I'll ask you again. Give me the necklace, child."

"No. " I snap.

Medusa hisses. "I see." she says under her breath. She snapped her fingers and I jumped at a crashing sound coming from behind me. I turn around and gasp at huge silver cages surrounding me. Everyone was caged. Cayla was stuck with Jamie. Jessica with Skyiller and Maryangel was stuck with Pit and Kuro. My mind goes crazy trying to figure out what I should do and at the same time I hear everyone calling out to me. I feel cold bony fingers on my shoulder and the chaos in my head immediately stopped. I turn my head slowly and see Medusa's pale eyes burn into me. I hold in a gasp and I'm paralyzed as she walks me up to a window.

"Look child, all this can be changed to a wonderland, something you can change. We can create a world stronger- better. All you have to do is lend me that charm." She reaches for the charm up and I see the charms glow flicker. I blink and turn angrily around and face her.

"Enough! I told you to not underestimate me. This world is great as it is! I don't need you telling me on and on to hand over MY necklace. My grandfather gave it to ME! Now that I think of it, your father did, and you want to destroy the world he created?! "

Medusa's eyes have a sudden glint, a glint that make me hesitate to fight against her. Her long ebony hair slid down her face. "Just like sister." she says to herself. Her eyes ran from the ground into my eyes. "Well, that was the wrong answer, child." she snapped her fingers again and I turned to the cages where everyone was trapped and Cayla was pulled out by-

"MICHELLE?" I said, startled.

Cayla's POV:

Michelle pulls me out of the cage and has a blade on my neck. Since the beginning of when I became an Elemental Guardian I've always been the weakest. After all, I only control air. What good could that do? Not only is my Element the weakest but so am I. That's why I'm the teams weakness EVERYONE goes for. I sneer as Michelle brings the knife closer to my neck. My head is tilted upward but I can see Alondra's frightened face and become angry when I see Michelle has an amused smile.

"Either you hand me the necklace or watch your precious friend die here in front of you." Medusa says, walking to Alondra's side. Alondra grips her necklace into her hand and I shake my head repeating, "Don't do it, don't do it." It was like Medusa lost her patience instantly at Alondra's silence and sighed loudly then giggled. "I'll make it easier for you, my dear." she whispered in Alondra's ear. "Bring him in." she said to some soldiers.

The soldiers ran for the large entrance door and opened the door grabbing someone I was alarmed to notice instantly.

Alondra's POV:

I feel like I'm at the verge of tears. Cayla might die if I don't give the necklace to Medusa, that evil hag. But who knows what Medusa will do once she has the charm in her grubby hands. I remembered what Jessica said on the day I was told I was the Elemental Princess. `If the necklace is in Medusa's hands, all hell will break loose. She can tip this world with the use of controlling the elements…The end of the world.` I feel dizzy once I remember those last words. I feel Medusa say something in my ear I can't hear and now I see three strange monsters run up to the door to grab the arms of someone who looks like he's been prisoner for so long. They throw the man who I now realized was an angel down at the edge of the steps and Medusa heads down a couple feet away, giggling away. The man's head was held up by the soldiers and his face was unkempt. He had brown eyes with a pine colored rim around the border. He had long brown curly hair knotted into a mess and a beard. I study this man and begin to wonder what Medusa is up to next. She turns her head and looks up at me. Her eyes are gleaming and she has a smile I know is up for no good.

"My dearest niece, this is Marco Angelos, a little favorite of your mother. " she said, her smile growing into a Cheshire cat grin. It took me a while for it to suddenly click.

"Dad?" I stutter. My eyes widen with disbelief. The angel looks up. His brown eyes study my face and then he struggles out of the soldiers grip and looks back up at me.

"Is that you? Alondra? My daughter?" He questions. The tears run down my face now and I nod my head weakly, paralyzed once again, and unable to move. "Yes."

I felt like there was a knife at my heart when I saw Medusa draw out a dagger, pointing it at my dad.

My eyes jumped from Medusa, to the knife, to Dad and take a step forward.

"Now child, what will it be? Cayla AND your father? Or the necklace?"

"Please. Leave them alone!" I cry.

Then, the necklace!" she says impatiently, stretching out her arm again. My mind goes crazy again and the thought of losing my family scared me and the thought of losing the people I was committed to watch over scared me equally. Medusa yelled out angrily. "You stubborn child!" she screamed and hit Dad's head with the butt of the dagger. Dad fell to the ground unconscious. My eyes widened and I gasped as I felt myself step back.

"NOOO!" I screamed.

Pit's POV:

I was jut as surprised as everyone else. I was relieved to see Marcos was OK. He was my mentor after all but now Medusa hit the side of his head and he fell unconscious. I felt my breath stop when I heard Alondra scream in dismay and a wave of golden light flew past the chamber. Medusa and Michelle flew with it but the rest of us were stuck in cages as we shielded ourselves from the wave. The cages toppled over and I called out to Alondra. She was holding her head as she cried and turned her head to me. Her eyes were golden again like the time when she was at the school.

"Pit." she lipped. She ran down the steps, flinching as she passed by Marcus and came to the cage.

"Alondra, we need you to open these bars." I said, my eyes were in wonder staring at her bright golden eyes once more. She nodded and thought for a brief moment before she placed her hands on the bar and the metal was turning red and melting quickly making an opening. Kuro came out first and patted her head afterward heading to open Cayla and Jamie's. Maryangel came out next as she headed to open Jessica's and Skyiller's cage.

Alondra' POV:

I am still in shock at what occurred, why Medusa and Michelle were on the other side of the room, but now Pit has my hand is leading me away. Medusa is standing up, as well as Michelle, cursing under her breath.

"That was impolite, you retched child. Now you've made me lose my patience." Medusa hissed and suddenly her ebony hair was live with terrifying snakes, her pupils were slit narrow and grey, her already pale skin was grey and I remembered what happened in the past. I remembered when she pushed me off Skyworld, her evil grin never left my head after.

"Give it to me now!" she screamed. She shot her red miasma from her staff and Pit and I dodged, separated. Now Medusa is inches from my face and claws at my face. I push her away and she barely reaches for my necklace. Once I push her off I shot a flash of lightning and she shielded herself. I shot her again, this time a heap of fire and she cries out then runs to me slashing her staff at me. I feel pain on my shoulder and catch a glimpse of red. I bite my lip as I hold in a cry and then I'm pushed against a wall as Medusa slashes me with her staff again. I move my head and I look past Medusa and see Pit is fighting Michelle. I guess the fact I broke her fake necklace didn't help because now her scythe is like new and she's giving merciless slashes of fire and water at Pit. I begin to feel worthless then I remember what my purpose is. Grandpapa told me he didn't make a mistake, I was chosen as protector of mankind. I'll protect them with all I got. I look up at Medusa and she's holding her staff above her head.

I shield my hands in front of me and a whirlwind of air sends her flying. I hear her cry out as I stand and I run quickly to her and push her farther into the wall by pushing the marble walls in. She screamed in pain. Michelle has me tackled down, holding my arms down and strangles me. I kick her stomach and twist her around so I am on top of her. She screams for me to get off and I hear Pit call me. I turn my head and see Medusa crawl out of the whole in the wall. Michelle shoves me off and I dodge at Medusa's next slash of miasma. Pit has Michelle pinned to the ground. Maryangel yells at me to use the golden shield to keep Michelle in. I obey and make a layer of golden light around Michelle. She screams angrily and I feel at peace to have my mind set on Medusa. I tie Medusa down with the golden light and she curses. At the bottom of the steps, Dad stirred and stood up. His eyes flashed from me to Medusa and gasped.

"Alondra, you can remove the power left out of those two with the necklace. Do it!"

I turn swiftly to Medusa and reach out my hand.

"NO! GET AWAY!" she screams. I hesitate for a moment and I feel a hand on my shoulder. Pit. I reach my hand out farther and I feel a warm feeling flow into my palm. Medusa screams in pain and I flinch at her scream. Finally she falls down to the ground and all is quiet. The snakes on her head cease and I pull my hand away, unsure of what I had just done. Pit grabs my clenched hand and leads me down the steps to Michelle, where she moves violently to get out of the layer of golden light.

Pit's POV:

I lead Alondra down the steps to Michelle. Her golden eyes are flustered. I hate doing this to her but this has to end. Alondra stood in front of Michelle. Seconds passed and Alondra faced Michelle with a look a pain. She finally stretched out her hand and then Michelle stopped her loud cursing and fainted. Alondra's eyes were bright as she scanned her eyes everywhere, frightened. Marcus had limped to her side and turned her around. Tears flowed in her eyes as she hugged him. Her cry was muffled by his shirt. I sighed in relief and looked to the side and saw the girls were panting. I smiled and snickered. They just finished fighting down a wave of ghouls and Jamie was mumbling about how annoying 'monsters just can't take a hint'. I scanned the room realizing where Kuro was. At the top of the stares he was standing above Medusa's limp body. He sighed then walked down the steps. Marcus pulled Alondra back and smiled.

"We best leave or we'd catch more trouble." He said. I nodded and Kuro turned for the door. The girls followed and we followed behind.

Jamie's POV:

I just want to hug Marcus right now. I haven't seen him in 10 years and now…well he's here! But I got to keep my cool- for now. We are flying out of the over sized hideout and I'm at Marcus' side. His wings are- WOW! Once we get home, I'll have so many questions. I can't wait to see the look on everyone's face.

Jessica's POV:

We've made it back to Skyworld in one piece. Kuro seems brighter than usual and we have Marcus back after 10 years. I sigh as we land and Alondra walks ahead with Pit and Marcus. She's on Marcus like glue and I follow. It felt like an eternity before we made it to Lady Palutena's throne room and once the door was open Palutena was already running towards us. Alondra let go of Marcus' arm and Palutena ran into his arms. The only thing heard was Palutena's sobbing. Marcus laughed.

"So much has changed since I was gone."

Palutena pulled away. Her jade green eyes shimmered.

" It's been 10 years, of course it has. Don't leave us again, Marcus."

Marcus laughed and I signaled to Pit for us to leave.

Alondra's POV:

I watched as my mother sobbed into Dad's arm. I felt warm to realize that my life was now complete now that my father was safe at home. We don't have to worry about Medusa or Michelle anymore. But, that doesn't mean my commitment as protector is over. I felt Pit touch my arm and reach down to grab my hand. He lead me away out of the room. The sun was barely rising over the clouds. We walked with the girls out to the courtyard. Viridi, Phosphora, Kuro, and Magnus were there. They walked towards us and I was slapped on the back by Phosphora. I gasped at her strength.

"I guess I was wrong about you, angel face. " Magnus said, scratching the back of his head and keeping his eyes away from mine. I looked up at him and jumped in for a punch. He flinched and looked at me.
"OW?!" he said startled.

"Do not underestimate me!" I giggled.

"And the quiet one strikes!" Phosphora laughed. I smiled weakly. Viridi was in front of me, her arms crossed across her chest.

"Good job, she said not looking at me. I giggled and I was stopped halfway before thanking her as she suddenly grabbed my hands. I flinched as she pulled me close to her. I blinked at her bright eyes inches from mine.

"Can you help me heal the Earth now?"

All I did was stutter until Pit pulled me back to his side.

"Um. Yeah, sure, Viridi." I said quietly. Viridi raised her hands into the air and squealed.

"Ahhh. Finally!" She cried. Her purple flower shined in the light. I watched her dance around for a while and someone sighed in front of me. I turn my head. Kuro.

"Well, I finally got my freedom." He said and grabbed my hand. " Thank you very much, princess." I blushed like mad when he brushed his lips on my palm. He snickered and stood up straight and walked away. I was at loss of words, realizing what he was doing.

"Kuro! Where are you going now?" I said, following him. I can't believe he'll leave even after how we risked our lives to help him. He turned around and looked at me. His dark eyes were bringing me in.

"I'm just going to go and have a little adventure." he said. I clenched my fists. I guess he realized that.

"I have my freedom now. After all it's just for a while. You can have a break away from me." He said, as if it was going to soothe me. I punched his arm and he flinched angrily.

"Why would you think me like that?" I yelled. I felt my eyes sting and I turned away to hold back the stupid tears. I felt Kuro's arms wrap around me.

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean for you to…" he was silent. I felt the tears run hot on my cheeks.

"Kuro, you really are an idiot." I mumbled as I hit his chest weakly with my fist. I could tell Kuro's shirt was probably soaked with my tears. Kuro laughed.

"Not as much as you'll ever be, idiot number two."

We were silent and I concentrated on forcing the tears to stop flowing. Kuro's hug was becoming tighter.

"I promise I'll come back. Just for you, princess." He finally said.

"Perv." I sighed.

He lifted my head and stared into my eyes. Then he leaned in and kissed my forehead. I could tell the tears would come any minute but I just had to hold it in.

Pit's POV:

I was happy that we finally got Marcus back. He was having his reunion with Palutena and now suddenly Kuro decides he's gonna leave. What makes it worse is that he whispered in my ear saying 'I'm just one step closer into taking her. Watch out, I might kidnap her…take her away from you.' What makes it worse is that I couldn't tell whether it was a joke or not, knowing him- and on top of that, Alondra just had to go after him. I sighed impatiently as I stood there, hating myself more and more. Cayla interrupted my thought and smiled.

"No worries. It's obvious she's yours." She snickered. I felt my cheeks go hot.

"Was it really that…" I trailed.

"Yeah. We knew since the beginning, go- getter." Jamie laughed.

"Oh. Well…" I was losing my voice little by little as my face was getting hotter and hotter.

Alondra was walking up the marble steps. She looked beautiful as the sun was above the clouds. Her expression was pained but mixed with something else. She stopped in front of us and opened her mouth. Nothing came out. She looked down at the ground and said in a hushed tone.

"Kuro left."

I was pained to see her there standing alone, but I was glued in my place. She looked at me and walked slowly to me. I stretched out my hand and bring her into my embrace. She hugged me tightly and from the corner of my eye, I saw the girls slowly and quietly walk away into the temple. Jamie was giggling evilly again.

"Pit. I'm sorry if I acted stuck up when we were down there." Alondra said, her voice muffled on my sleeve. I tilted her head upwards and her eyes were shining from what I guessed was because she was crying.

"Are you really going to apologize to me?"

Alondra nodded her head and I laughed. "You're too kind, princess."

Alondra growled, irritated and went back to placing her head in my sleeve. I stopped her and grabbed her face. She gasped quietly and when she looked up at me, her face was already red. I teased her making her condition worse than it was. Then I leaned in and kissed her cheek. She sighed and I pulled back and brushed my lips onto hers. She moved forward and kissed me, her grip on my sleeve was tight. I began to realize something. If Kuro wants to try and take her, fine by me. But, there's no way it's possible, because I'll be by her side forever.

Marcus POV:

From the balcony I already see my daughter and her well- obviously…boyfriend. I felt like throwing something at that boy. Even though it's been years since I've seen my daughter, I can't help but be a protective father. I calm down slowly as I stare at the boy. The boy I have trained since he was little. I laughed to myself remembering how he worked so hard to become a great angel. He was a bit naïve at first, but now look. He's the General of our army.

Palutena had left to make preparations for the celebration the Guardians were safe. Alondra was in a new status. Just by looking at her, I noticed how much she had grown. She was the little girl who always asked me for white roses. She was the one who was stuck to me like glue. Now, she's the Protector of Mankind. She is the Elemental Princess she was destined to be, and she well- saved me. I thinkto myself, 'It's finally a new slate. Now we can be whole again.' I walk into the room and catch a glance of my daughter as she talks to Pit, her arms wrapped around him, there foreheads leaning against each others as they talked with their eyes closed. I smile. "Reminds me of Palutena and I when we were young."

~~End!~~

OK! I'm sorry it was long! I took forever for me to finish. Sorry! But thank you to all who were patient! This is more like a novel mehe. But it's my first so next time I'll try to make it shorter and I'll try to update quicker. I finally finished so I am happy to all of you guys who stayed with me since day one! Arigato to Mnbow7. You were always there! If anyone wants me to make a fanfiction for something else don't hesitate to PM me! Review me! It's the last chapter! Tell me what you think and stuff, any questions, ya know what I mean. Oh yeah and shout out to my Kamisama Hajimemashita fanfic. I'll try to make that one not so long..ehehe. So yeah! ElementalGoddess-san1 OUT!

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