Chapter 1

What you see here won't be the final product. This Chapter and the Prologue are going to be under some editing. Most changes I'll be making are going to be spelling corrections, grammar, scene building, etc. Other then that, enjoy for now:

# Year 2108, August 23rd.

A huge wave had crashed onto the shore, creating an elliptic noise of water against sand. The calming and relaxing noise never seemed to end, and he wanted it like that. He felt like he could close his eyes and listen forever. Then, there was a little boy with a pal and bucket in his hands. He heard the boy's pal dig into the sand, whilst the boy moved away from the waves to avoid destruction on his new project. After a bit, the boy climbed over the wall that stood between the beach and land to relax back there. It's sister then came along, with their own shiny set of play tools as well. He heard both of them discussing and giggling before footsteps was heard, leading back onto the sand. A woman had approached where he was sitting, and turned her head towards him. She thought for a moment, then knelt at his side, looking in his eyes. At this point, he was at her attention, staring into her eyes as well. The girl seemed small in height, clocking in around 1.48 meters. Her hair wasn't too messy, but wasn't too sorted either, forcing her to move it out of her eyes constantly. Her hair was obviously black, but the light around it gave off a tint of dark magenta. She took a deep breath, before saying:
"**Kala, come on, the bacon is almost ready**"
His eyes widened, before becoming intrigued.

"**Bacon? is there gonna be eggs as well?**"
He stopped for a second, realizing what was happening

"**Wait, what?"**
"**Seriously? You always do this-"**
His world slowly transformed into his bedroom, with the girl now standing besides his bed

"**What??"**
"**It's almost 7:00, we can't waste more time now!"**
Kala looked at his clock, it was 4 in the morning. The girl noticed this and hastily said-

"**That clock is broken remember? We need to go get a new one, come on!"**
The sky was pitch black, he figured out what was happening.

"**Meya, what do you want?"**
Meya's expression went from ecstatic to slightly disappointed. She had let out a sigh, realizing she was found out

"**Lordy, I need you to drive me to Dahio Plaza."**
"**The Mall? You know they're closed at this time, right?"**
"**No-no-no, I'm meeting someone over there. They'll hook us up with some snails and rings!"**
"**You mean pastries?"**
"**Donuts, rings, toe-may-toe, toe-mah-toe"**
"**Yeah alright, what do I get in return?"**
"**Well obviously the rings!"**
"**Meya, I don't eat that stuff."**
"**Lordy-"**
There was a small pause.

"**I'll make the breakfast**"
**"Deal."**

Meya nodded and quickly went off to the kitchen while attempting to tie her hair at the same time. Kala looked around his room, and eventually got out due to the thought of a free breakfast. He rolled out from under the sheets, wanting to make it nice but not bringing himself to do it. He observed his work desk, messy and unorganized. It was filled with papers and un-finished gadgets from Harthy that Kala refuses to be a test dummy for. Harthy was usually a stubborn but intuitive roommate, and loved conversation about anything with practically everyone. She loved sharing ideas and was always thinking of new ways to make the day interesting. Getting distracted, Kala took his eyes away to think of what clothes he would wear. A frigid puff of wind had flew into his room from an open window. It had felt oddly refreshing, but more frosty than anything else. He closed the window, then changed into black pants with a blue long-sleeve. Kala head into the bathroom, observing himself. A guy with messy hair and baggy eyes was staring at him, casual. He didn't look absolutely terrible, but knew there was better then what was present. Turning on the faucet, Kala splashed water on his face and brushed his teeth. Kala couldn't care less about how others viewed him, but still tried to look his best regardless. Never thinking of himself as ugly, instead thinking that there's more left to be desired. Thinking about how people see you was superficial to Kala. He'd rather send a powerful message looking like a mole, over being non-sensical looking like a god. He could smell crisp bacon emanating from the kitchen. Kala put on natural deodorant, and brushed his hair. The sizzle of eggs and meat had brought him to finish prepping. Kala walked out of the bathroom and down the hallway, into the kitchen, where a relaxed Meya was cooking. Meya was the sort of "caretaker" to them all. She was the one who usually cooks, makes sure everyone is alright, encourages the group, and so on. Meya always loved doing this sort of stuff. As she describes it, doing this makes her feel complete. Despite this, she is the youngest of everyone in the house, 2 years younger than the 21 year old David among them. A glass plate clanked against the counter, breakfast had been made. Kala made his entrance, silently posing and waving to a crowd that wasn't there, as if the talk show was starting and he was the main host. Meya let out a giggle and bowed in his presence, then gestured towards the dinner table. They both ate while poking fun at each other, while someone began to get a little noisy.

"**Sorry sorry, forgot there's other people here-"**
"**You wouldn't like it if someone woke you up SUPER early in the morning, would you?"**
"**Ohh don't be a hypocrite, isn't that what you did earlier?"**
"**Lordy, that's fair then."**
"**Why did you ask me to do this anyways? I know you're not allowed to drive but there's other people in this house too, ya know."**
"**Harthy passed out a few hours ago, plus there's no way I'm letting her drive me ANYWHERE."**
"**So what about David?"**
"**Haven't seen David anywhere in the house as of now. But he's probably out somewhere doing another one of those late jobs."**
"**A late job? The car is still here though."**
"**Huh! Never noticed that. He has his ways of getting to places, I'm sure."**
"**Right right, you ready to move out now?"**
"**I didn't make breakfast for nothing, did I?"**
"**I'll wash this when we get back then,"**
Kala and Meya finish their food and head out. Kala reached into his pocket, and grabbed the keys, locking the door and unlocking the car.

"**Alrighty, what color are we using this time?"**
"**Sunflowah yellow!"**
The neon lines on the car and the under-glow fade into a vibrant yellow. They both get into the car, while Kala presses a series of buttons.

"**The front entrance to the mall, right?"**
"**Yep! That's where I remember anyways."**
Kala pressed a few more button than swiped forward, with the car moving forward than rolling onto a road. The car went into it's autopilot, letting Kala lean back into his seat so he could rest a little more. The view from the front of the car was calming and scenic. In the background, he could see most of the city. The light emitting from it's center, with highways leading in and out of the city itself. In front of them was a long road with aged paint and a little bit of bumpiness here and there. Anything beyond the road was gloomy and dark. Rocks and dirt was only present. With barely any life aside from dead trees and the occasional goat. Their car began to reach the 400 mph maximum auto driving speed, the city's gate barely coming into full view. Kala turned his head towards the back seat, holding in it 1 person. She was quietly observing the outside and dark sky, with a gaze of wonder and amazement. Meya opened her window, and let her arm fly with the wind. Her arm would get pushed back, but she would resist the wind to try and beat it. After about a couple minutes of fighting the air, she rolled up the window and relaxed herself. Meya came back to a sleeping Kala, which was previously her driver. She didn't mind it at all, but after a while things became quiet. Meya looked to turn on the radio. There was an over-whelming number of buttons and sliders, all of which she didn't understand due to her lack of driver education and the increasing complexity of it's interface. All of it was subtle, no talking, no hearing, no nothing. The world beyond her windows, the hum of the car, and the shifting of a sleeping Kala was only present. Time had passed slower than it did before, but they eventually reached the city gate. It was not very huge but provided enough security to fend off possible intruders. It's gate was padded to the brim with metals and layers of steel, which could be all operated and controlled at once. Their car hummed into the perfect position, next to the one who would let them in. There was a young man inside the booth next to the car, and the big door that led in and out of the city. The man looked over into the car, of which he saw a passed out Kala and a surprisingly silent Meya. Meya waved to him and poked Kala till he woke up. The man called over to both of them, asking for a pass. Kala got up, rubbing his eyes and presenting him their information.

**"**You're all not occupants here**?"**
**"We're students, though we don't live in the dorms over there. Rather, in our owned house outside of town."**
**"**Ah, alright. If that's the case then you know the deal by know, wrist bands please.**"**
The wristbands was provided by the university to Kala, Meya, and the others before attending. It was their proof of half-residency in the city, and was required for entry into the city and the school itself. Kala gave him the Orange and Yellow band that he had on his wrist. It had a white star and rings surrounding it in the middle, with a dot on each ring randomly positioned. The man put it under a black light, searched something up, then gave it back. He waited for the next one.

Meya pulled her wristband off, and handed it to the man as well. Who checked, searched, and passed it back.

"Where are you two going so early in the morning**?"**
"**Apparently, the woman in the back thought it was a good idea to get pastries before the sun comes up."**
"**Just because you don't eat them, doesn't mean I can't buy them!"**
Meya added in with a playful tone.

"Alright, you're all set and ready to go. Anything you need before entering?**"**
Kala got ready to move before Meya piped up

"**Actually, yeah, there's something I'd like to ask."**
"Well then ask away."
Kala turned to Meya, giving his attention as well.

"**By any chance, have you had someone called David enter through here?"**
The man went onto his holographic and typed frantically on it's keys.

"Ehh, know their last name?"
"**Last name? David Flodd,"**
"A David Flodd came through by cycle 3 hours ago. Not sure what brand it was but it seemed to get him places."
"**Thank you so much for your time Mister, we'll see ya later!"**
The car drove forward before the man could say anything back.

They were making their way down the street. Though the city was enormous, the city itself wasn't very active compared to it's size. Roads only have 2-3 cars on them, and most buildings was closed. The wind carried leaves with it, giving the surrounding area an ambience of sorts. The car made many turns before reaching the mall. The mall itself wasn't the slightest intimidating or scary, it just felt out of place with it being so big yet so empty.

"**Alright, we're here Meya. Now where's your 'agent'?"**
"**Ohh yeah, about that actually-"**
Meya had reached for a pair of keys halfway through her sentence and showed it to Kala.

"cool keys."

**"Lordy, follow me real quick. I have something I want to show you."**

**"You better not be talking with a druggy."**

He remarks before running off with Meya.

After about a minute, the duo had arrived at a small door near the side of the building. It had a turn knob and a keyhole, the material was wooden and had no remarkable features. The knob didn't have any rust of dust, showing signs of recent use. It's wood was extremely smooth, with almost no way for a person to get a splinter on accident. Meya quickly flashed the keys in front of Kala's eyes, then slid it into the knob, unlocking it. Meya hummed her way into the door, with Kala following, presenting a confused look. He shut the door behind them as his eyes began adjusting to the darkness of the mall. He saw all of the stores with chains or a metal wall as it's entrance, blocking them off from stealing. The floor was covered with random papers and dirt from citizens that was here during open hours. There was a dim sky-blue light covering certain corners of the mall. However, it was abnormally warm with the dust of night present. He heard Meya's feet moving forward.

"**Come on sleepy head, there's a need for speed! and exploring too-"**
"**Don't wanna be that guy but, you sure there's nobody else here too?"**
"**Of course not! I've been here a couple times before, and I know that nobody arrives at this hour of night."**
"**Alright alright, I believe you for now. What's your plan then?"**
"**Why of course, the tour will begin as soon as physically possible!"**
The two walked further into the mall, closing the door behind them as they went through their new world. Meya turned on her flashlight, and searched for a bulletin board. They passed stores with their lights out and entrance chained up. It all seemed grim and dead in a way, but at the same time, nostalgic and hopeful. Something else was wrong though, Kala felt another pair of eyes peering onto them. He darted his eyes from place to place, looking for spots where someone would be hiding, but never found anyone except Meya. They arrived at a board that wasn't deactivated or had a security lock on. Meya swiped and searched through it and found a picture of the mall's scheme.

"**Alrighty, there's our map. Now you're gonna need to help me memorize this or we might get lost."**
"**Why don't you just take a picture?"**
"**Well uh, if we wanna see the picture then I have to turn off the flashlight and-"**
"**You're afraid of the dark?"**
"**If that's what you want to believe then *sure*"**
"**Then please, allow me to blow your mind** **mind mind.****"**
Kala dramatically pulled out his phone, stroke a pose, then took a picture. Flipping his camera to show Meya

"**I think you make me feel stupid."**
"**You only feel like I'm smarter than you."**
"**Yep, you definitely make me feel stupid."**
"**If there was a tier list for our intelligence, I'd say you're around B tier-"**
There was a loud thud coming from the other side of the mall, just loud enough for them to hear.

"**Meya, you're sure nobody comes here at this time?"**
"**That didn't happen last time I was here."**
"**Well let's go find out what that was, haven't had something to do in ages!"**
"**What? No that's a terrible idea! It could be a janitor or the police!"**
"**That didn't sound like a door of any sorts, so it couldn't be anyone right?"**
"**I suppose that's a good point, what if it's a thief that snuck in though?"**
"**Then we'll just do what anyone else would do."**
"**And that is?"**
"**Run."**
"**It was in the center near the theater, let's get moving now."**
Kala and Meya both ran towards the centre plaza, approaching the mid-left section of the plaza before slowing to a walk. The floors was no longer covered of dirt, and papers were all in the corners and edges of the walkways. Right before entering the center-left section of the plaza, a wave of distraught and grief had seemingly flew throughout the plaza and right into Kala. Meya also seemed distressed about something, her eyes was much wider and her skin began turning pale.

"**Hey hey hey, are you alright there?"**
"I suppose all this running made the both of us a bit exhausted, huh?**"**
They kept going until they nearly reached the entrance to the center. Kala peered around the corner to an un-holy sighting.

It was presented, this great figure, floating in the very center of the plaza with it's head tilting downwards, under a broken glass skylight. It didn't appear to have facial features of any sorts except for bright glowing white eyes. A sort of Dark and Black flame was covering every inch of it's body. The fire wasn't really a fire, but a solid flame that flew with great wind the figure exerted. It had these fires all over it's legs, arms, torso, head, and hair. The flames covering it's hair was wild and was shooting out in all sorts of directions. It had two finger like claws and one thumb all covered in the same flame. Beneath it was what used to resemble a human corpse, now mutilated and in-distinguishable from who they used to be. It was painfully bended in a way that resembled horror. The beast's head in-humanely looked back up at the broken skylight, without anything else of it's body moving. It suddenly shifted it's focus right onto Kala, staring intently before Kala swiftly came back around the corner in shock.

"**What Kala, what is it?"**
"**Meya trust me when I say this but I want you to-"**
"*Run.*"
Kala and Meya turned to see it. The dark figure was looming behind the two with a wicked smile. It managed to suddenly appear behind them without either noticing. They experienced a new feeling upon seeing it, **Fear**. Kala tried to talk, words wouldn't come out of their own mouths. Speaking was no longer a concept to them. The dark figure put a hand onto Meya's shoulder, who could do nothing but stare. Kala was so confused, he didn't know why he couldn't move, why he couldn't scream. Kala felt like there was nothing anymore, nothing but the darkness, nothing but this entity who would soon take both of them to no where. However there was a small ember in his darkness, a tiny flicker of flame that Kala felt within him, within Meya, and within the entity. He saw the ember burst into an intense blue inferno, bigger than he could imagine. It roared in it's wake, and began turning the darkness that once surrounded him into nothing but piles of ash. However the flame wasn't finished, the fire went for the ash in it's attempt to burn it down with it. It couldn't do it though, the fire just couldn't burn the ash, it needed some help. Kala took a large and powerful step forward, and smothered the ash into the ground. He started feeling better, the air took the ashes away to reveal the once mighty and strong fire that burnt down his walls, now running out of oxygen, about to die out. A strong breeze floated upon it. Kala covered it from the harsh winds, he felt the need to keep it alive. The wind turned into a gust, it was nearly freezing the air around him. It felt like an eternity sitting there while covering the flame. He couldn't care any less, he would protect the fire until the ends of it's time. Eventually the wind died down to leave Kala and the flame. He told the fire goodbye, leaving it where it was. But something didn't feel right with that, Kala ran back to the fire to embrace it. The ember covered his body from head to toe in a sky-blue blaze, he felt no such thing as pain. Kala came back to his world, he saw it's hands still grabbing Meya. He got back his senses, his voice, his vision, anything and everything that was once lost to the monster was now with him again. The fire that was previously with Kala wasn't present, but he could feel it covering, protecting, strengthening him. He released everything he had towards the monster, one punch to the face containing all of his might. A blazing orange fist went straight into the dark monster before his own could make impact, Kala and Meya collapsed. The new orange entity looked at them and chuckled, then flew towards the dark entity within a matter of seconds. The two stared.

**"Meya, are you alright?!"**
**"Kala what was that!?"**
He watched the dark entity, it was what seemed to be crashing into the new orange figure repeatedly. The orange figure zoomed around the room like the dark one and crashed into it as well. Their collisions caused a big flash of light with both backing off to fly around and repeat the process of flying into each other. Kala took advantage of their situation.

**"Come on! We need to get out of here as fast as possible, go!"**
Kala and Meya got up before a massive shockwave knocked both of them down again. They both looked back to see the dark figure defeated, with the orange version of it standing above it with it's leg on the dark figure, holding it down. The orange one then chopped at the dark one's neck, the dark flames went out with the chop. When the flames went out, a human with black bulging veins and strained eyes appeared. It's skin was white and pale, he seemed derived of the former strength it was representing. The orange one pulled a pair of orange glowing cuffs out of seemingly no where and placed it on the human. The orange one inhaled, closing it's eyes, then exhaled before it's flames extinguished by itself. The one that emerged seemed pale and old, with tiny wrinkles on his face here and there. They wore seemingly formal military wear, but had different style and color based on what he had seen. A trench coat with dark pants flowed with him and the wind. It walked with merit and pride, showing he was deceivingly younger than presented. Kala and Meya stared, before it walked up to them puzzled.

"What were you two doing here exactly?"
Meya quickly shouted

"**Who are you? Stay away from us!"**
"Jeez lady, I just saved your life. You could at least greet me properly."
Kala speaks up

"**Sorry uh, officer? Who are you exactly?"**
"Hey, call me Greyson."
"**Greyson, my name is Kala and this is Meya. We were wandering around the plaza until we heard something coming from here. When we arrived, there was that person you just, arrested? He was floating and had these-"**
"Alright, that's all I needed to hear, where do you live exactly?"
**"W-We're the second estate 200 kilometers off from the West Gate."**
"Not exactly descriptive, but it will do."
**"Why do you even need to know? Wha-"**
Greyson pinched an artery in both of their necks, making them faint instantly. He suspended both of them in the air beside him, moving to wherever he moved. He made a quick call to someone: "it's in the plaza, come get it before it breaks free" then flew out, leaving an orange trail of fire and light. He soon located the described house and crept in carefully. Greyson silently put away Kala and Meya, making sure not to wake anyone else who might be in the house. Grey thought to himself:

"*Both of them have great potential, and if they could bring their other friends here to the ranks. My plan could be put into action with Tri"*
He quickly flew off, before hearing something flying towards him minutes later. Greyson hid Kala and Meya before scanning the area, until he realized that it wasn't flying, it was driving. David bumped up the speed on his cycle, yearning to get home after a long night. Soon, the Spirit that flew above him began his descent. He looked high up to see Greyson hovering down to him, his vehicle slowed to a halt. They met eyes, both silent and unfazed for a few minutes. Greyson finally started talking:

 "You're Hector's boy, right?"
David widened his eyes to it's knowledge, but calmed and nodded

 "Well at the very least, you remember his name. I'm sorry about what happened."
David gave him a respectful but surprised glare, then continued his drive towards his house. Greyson soon to follow suit, made his way back to his quarters.

 *"Hector you rascal, I can't believe you had to leave him here. I'll have to make sure I keep a special eye on them.."*
He sighed.

 "Hey Tri, If you're listening, I think we found it. I'm not entirely sure about this one, but I felt something come from that Kala guy. I'll run a few checks on all of them soon enough. If this is the right one then, I'll be seeing you soon enough.."Greyson flew above the city, and towards the camp.