“DON'T AVOID MY QUESTIONS!” your father snapped again as he walked towards you.
You can only walk backwards in fear. You look at your mother, she's trying to stop your father, but her efforts also seem futile. But Dante immediately stood between your father and you. Your father immediately hit your brother.
“BROTHER!” you scream in alarm. Dante looked straight at Mr. Inferno - your father while holding his bruised face, but the same cold, piercing gaze as the prey.
“Don't expect me to hurt my little sister...” he said coldly.
“YOU'RE LACKING!” your father punched again. But your brother managed to hold him back.
In the end they fell into arguing and fighting. No one dared to break them up.
Finally you screamed and they stopped. “PLEASE, STOP!”
The fighting stopped, your father looked at you with a hateful face and snorted.
“Tsk, you insolent brat.” your father muttered before finally leaving you.
Your mother breathed a sigh of relief and tried to hug you. Your brother was still standing nearby, his gaze softening.
“Kids...you need to rest...don't think too much about your father, okay?” your mother said as she stroked your hair, her face looking a bit sad after seeing your father's harsh behavior.
[[Go to Room]]
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Your father looked sharply at you. “Oh, now you dare to talk, huh? SHUT UP! THIS IS NO BUSINESS FOR A USELESS KID LIKE YOU!”
You can only remain silent while looking down. Your brother, Dante looked a little worried about you. But he didn't seem to want to comment on your father anymore.
--
In the middle of the night, you couldn't sleep. You kept staring at the window. You could see the night sky filled with stars and the full moon shining until it gave a dim light. But your gaze is also drawn to the dark and mysterious forest near your house.
The forest looks unvisited and haunted. Someone once entered the forest, but that person never returned. As if mysteriously missing. It is said that there are spirit beings inhabiting the forest who will kill anyone who dares to disturb their territory.
Right now you feel a breeze on your face. It's cold. You shiver slightly as if someone is watching you in the darkness.
*Don't look back,* you think as you sit on the bed, hugging your knees. You want to decide whether to stay in the room or go to your sister's room.
[[Stay in the Room]]
[[Go to your Brother's Room]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_953eba39e6f34ea881714630f8d4e6ee.m4a" autoplay>*BRUKK*
Suddenly the book on your desk falls to the floor. You are a little surprised and pick up the book. As you look back at the window, an unfamiliar shadow appears in the forest. You thought it was just the shadow of a tree.
But the shadow seems to move quickly to disappear, as if it wasn't a tree.
You realize. It wasn't a tree.
[[Go to your Brother's Room]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_953eba39e6f34ea881714630f8d4e6ee.m4a" autoplay>You knocked on your sister's bedroom door. But there is no answer. You turn the door knob slowly and peek inside. You see your brother - Dante sitting on the edge of the bed looking down, contemplating.
“Brother...” you call softly.
Dante lifted his gaze and was surprised to see that you weren't asleep.
“Honey, why aren't you asleep yet? It's late.”
You just looked down while fiddling with the fabric of your pajamas nervously, you didn't want to tell your brother. But your brother is very sensitive to you so he knows that you are scared.
“Come here.” your brother signaled you to come closer to him.
Without thinking, you came over and hugged your brother tightly. Your brother smiled and stroked your hair. “You look scared, my sweet little sister... did you have a nightmare?”
“Uhm... I guess you could say that...” You replied nervously.
“Well, you can sleep with me, but I want you to answer my question first.” Dante's gaze was still soft and loving on you.
“Did anyone hurt you, my dear?” your brother asked in his trademark baritone voice. his dark red eyes looked like they wanted to prey on his victim.
“I don't think so, brother.” you answer calmly with a smile.
Your brother smiled back at you and kissed your forehead. “Well, that puts me at ease... if anyone hurts you other than father... I won't stay silent.” Your brother replied steadily and leaned your head against his chest. His demeanor is very warm and protective of you.
When you fall asleep, your brother - Dante stares intently ahead. His killer aura easily peaks when he's protective of you.
Not surprisingly, apart from being a famous Radio Host in his city, Dante is also a ruthless serial killer. No one knows about his hidden identity. The police tried to track him down, but Dante always managed to get away easily.
He was a brilliant kid, knowing all the tricks to make a murder look like an accident. However, he has one person he loves very much. Make no mistake, that person is you. Dante loves you so much, he doesn't hesitate to kill people who hurt you. Dante loves you more than anyone. But he still loves his mother, just not as protective as you.
Actually being a Radio Host isn't the only thing that provides entertainment for himself. Rather, it was killing the people he targeted. Whether he wants to kill people for personal reasons or for your welfare...
[[On the next day]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_953eba39e6f34ea881714630f8d4e6ee.m4a" autoplay>*Thursday, April 2, 1996*
The clock struck 8am. But the sky looked dark, like it was going to rain. Dark clouds cover the beautiful sunrise. You are in the living room with your brother. You were playing, while your father went out for business, and your brother was playing with you.
”Brother, how does it feel to be a Radio Host?” you ask your brother while looking at him.
“Well... not bad, I enjoy entertaining people with my radio broadcasts. But you're still my priority, dear.” he replied with his usual calm demeanor.
“I see... I want to be able to entertain people too!” you said excitedly. Dante who saw you was amused by your behavior that suddenly turned into excitement.
“Hm hm... but it seems that now you have succeeded in becoming an entertainer.” your brother said. There was a flash of amusement and affection in Dante's eyes.
Your brow furrowed, your eyes also moved from one object to another, your mouth also mumbled your brother's sentence before you finally faltered.
“What do you mean?” you asked while tilting your head to the side - confused.
Dante's smile couldn't escape his face. Instantly he laughs, his baritone voice echoing, filling the room with infectious cheerfulness. It's like Dante can't stand your cute, innocent demeanor. “I mean, you just managed to entertain my sweet, sweet sister...” He said while gently pinching your cheek.
You frown at being pinched by your brother. As you were stroking your cheek where you were pinched, your gaze was drawn to the dark forest outside the window.
From the forest, you see a huge deer and it has huge antlers too. A little suspicious, because with antlers that big a deer would surely die because it's too heavy for its head. But this deer was different. The big deer seems to be staring at you from the edge of the forest. its eyes stare intensely. You find yourself drawn to the deer. You rarely see such a large living creature.
But soon, the deer walked into the forest again. The trees in the forest seemed to grow very thick and towered high up. No wonder sunlight couldn't even easily penetrate the dense trees.
You who saw the deer leave, the corners of your lips that were originally smiling dropped, your eyes only looked at the ground where the deer was standing. It's as if you're looking for answers from the flying dust. “Well... the deer is gone...” you say gloomily.
Your brother who noticed your change in attitude, lifted your chin to look at him. “Aww, don't be disappointed like that... you know that deer won't stand there forever.” your brother soothed.
“Okay brother...” you reply softly.
[[A few weeks later.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_de788abd418a4fc59a9914c8ba4b792d.m4a" autoplay>*Saturday, May 5, 1996*
“Mom... can I take a walk around the house?” you ask your mom. Your mom stops eating breakfast. Your older brother looks at you with a bit of surprise.
“Why, it's actually fine if you just walk around the house. But, you also need to be accompanied.” Your mom said while looking at you. A smile appeared on your mother's lips.
“But, even around the house must be accompanied? come on mom, just around the house. not going anywhere really.” You try to convince your mom to go alone.
Your mom paused a bit to think about her considerations. Then she said, “The thing is, our house is a bit close to a mysterious forest... I'm afraid that you'll wander into the forest and end up not being able to go home.” Your mother explained meekly while stroking your hair.
Suddenly your brother chuckled softly. As he chuckled, his baritone voice could be heard throughout the room. “Take it easy, mam... I'll keep an eye on her.” your brother spoke with confidence.
Your mother raised an eyebrow. She finally smiled gently and said, “Okay, I'll leave it to you, Dante.”
[[Time Skip.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_d513f8822860444abff7fda3918914b0.m4a" autoplay>Your brother puts a bracelet on your hand. The bracelet has red and black colors and an intricate design that looks beautiful when wrapped around your wrist.
“What's this for, Brother Ante?” you ask as you stare at the bracelet Dante has put on you.
“Soliloquy power!” your brother grins widely as if satisfied to give you the bracelet.
“Soliloquy?” you're so confused that you tilt your head to the side.
“A premonition, my dear, a deep premonition! So the bracelet will protect you from evil until it calls me if you're in danger... a kind of talisman!” your brother explains calmly and seriously, but the wide grin still hasn't disappeared from his face.
“What do premonitions have to do with this bracelet?” you ask again, still not understanding.
“It's simple, this bracelet gives you a wave of premonition if you're in danger, so you can come right away... how's that? Isn't that good?”
Hearing your brother's explanation, you of course don't immediately believe it. After all, how can a bracelet protect and summon others when the wearer is in danger?
“Whatever, so, you're not going out with me?” you decide to agree to your brother's boast.
“Hmm... yes, sorry dear... I have something to do, just trust me... the bracelet will help you anyway.” your sister said with a gentle smile.
“... Alright...” You can only surrender to your sister's ‘nonsense’.
“Oh, one more thing. Don't lose the bracelet. Promise?” Dante warned.
You smiled and nodded. “Promise!”
[[You finally left the house.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_d513f8822860444abff7fda3918914b0.m4a" autoplay>You walk out of the house not realizing that the sky has become a beautiful mauve, signaling that it's going to be pitch black.
Just as you are about to return home, you see the same deer you saw earlier at the end of the forest. A big deer with its antlers growing tall. You decide to approach the deer.
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But the deer walked back into the forest and its presence disappeared.
“Hey! Wait!” you shout and finally run after the deer. Unfortunately, you didn't realize that it was getting dark. The sinking sun leaves twilight in the sky. Now the forest has become pitch black.
You stop chasing when you realize that you've gone too far into the forest. You look around, but everything is dark.
You see nothing but darkness and mist. The cold air hitting your body sends chills down your spine. You scream for help, your voice is heard throughout the forest but no one notices your presence. You panic even more and run without direction while calling out to your brother.
“BROTHER ANTE! HELP ME! I'M LOST-”
Before you could finish speaking, you fell into a ravine in the forest. “AAAHH!!!” You screamed and ended up falling.
[[Continue.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_d513f8822860444abff7fda3918914b0.m4a" autoplay>You wake up on the ground. You look around, it's still as dark as before. But you realize that the bracelet your elder brother gave you is no longer on your wrist. You promised you wouldn't lose it.
“Oh no... if it's like this, I've broken my promise.” You tried to find the bracelet. But still, you can't find it in the darkness of the forest.
Suddenly, you hear heavy steps coming towards you. The steps sounded heavy and as if a large creature was approaching you. It's getting closer. Closer and closer.
You slowly back away but you are cornered by a large rock behind you. As the creature gets closer, a glowing butterfly surrounds you. The butterfly flies in the direction where the creature is coming from.
You see the big deer you've been looking for.
The deer stands towering over you. Its tall antlers rub against the trees around you. He stands upright on his feet while looking at you intensely before speaking.
“Human...” says the deer, its voice echoing throughout the forest.
You are shocked to learn that the deer can speak. You rub your eyes, wishing it was a dream.
But it was real.
[[Decided to speak.]]
[[Silence.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_8e908908ecbd4634b7e2bd7608806157.mp3" autoplay>“You... are really a deer? Why are you so big?” you try to ask.
The big deer cackled. The sound echoed until the trees in the forest came to life. “Oh, you're very interesting, well little girl... looks like you want to know about the real me huh... I'll answer then.”
“So, I'm not actually a real deer, kid. I'm a being in the spirit realm who transformed into a deer. Finally we meet, little girl...” he continued as he straightened his head again.
“What? Were you watching me all this time?” you try to figure it out.
“That's right. And before you ask again, I was watching you because you have a power inside of you, little girl. You may not realize it. But that power is really inside you. The creatures of the spirit realm know it, you're special, Little girl.” the deer explains to you.
But you don't believe it easily. First, your brother told you the same strange nonsense. Then secondly, this deer says things that don't make sense either. Your mind is a jumble of confusion and amazement.
“I don't know what's wrong with this world, but why is my brother just as strange as you. You guys say things that make no sense and are... hard to believe.” You also said your confused thoughts.
“That's because your brother has the same power as you. The two of you have made the spirit beings confused because of this unexpected event. But you guys are very special indeed. Looks like your brother still hasn't explained this yet. At least I've told you, considering the danger that is targeting you.” the deer became serious as it said the last sentence.
“Danger? Is it because I have a hidden power inside me, so there are beings from the spirit realm who are after my power?” you guess carefully.
“That's right, I'm here to protect you. So, you're lucky if you meet me. If I may know, what's your name, little girl?” the deer asks while looking down at you again.
“My name is... Morrigan Blackrose.” you replied as you looked up at the deer.
“Nice name... Come on, I'll take you home.” the deer invites you and starts walking.
“But... my bracelet...” you remember the bracelet your brother gave you, you want to find it so you don't break your promise to Dante.
The deer stops its steps and looks at you. “Then follow me, we'll find your bracelet as we make our way home.” his voice sounded soft and like he really cared about you.
[[Follow the deer.]]
[[Just stay where you are.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_d513f8822860444abff7fda3918914b0.m4a" autoplay>You can only remain silent. Instead of being frightened, you are amazed by the presence of the big deer. Your eyes are glued to the huge figure of the deer, you are completely mesmerized by the presence of this huge creature in front of you.
The deer stares at you in wonder, knowing that you don't find its huge body frightening to ordinary people. He finds himself intrigued by your courage.
“Speak up, little girl. I'm not trying to hurt you. You're safe with me.” the deer says as it looks down at you slightly.
[[Decided to speak.]]
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Suddenly, the trees moved like they were waving. But it looked terrible. The full moon is visible in the sky with its glowing light.
You hear a loud laughter in the forest, you try to figure out where the sound is coming from. But the sound seems to be coming from all over the forest.
You can see a shadow moving from one tree branch to another. The movement is so fast that it's hard to predict. It was the Darkphantom. A creature of darkness that comes from the spirit realm as well. But its presence was very detrimental.
The deer who knew that immediately called out to you, “Kid! Come closer to me!”
[[Follow the deer.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_d513f8822860444abff7fda3918914b0.m4a" autoplay>You come closer to the deer. The trees move like they are waving. But it looks terrible. The full moon is visible in the sky with its shining light.
You hear a loud laugh in the forest, you try to figure out where the sound is coming from. But the sound seems to be coming from all over the forest.
You can see a shadow moving from one tree branch to another. The movement is so fast that it's hard to predict. It was the Darkphantom. A creature of darkness that comes from the spirit realm as well. But its presence was very detrimental.
Darkphantom continues to move around you with very fast movements, as if leaving no room to escape.
“What is that thing?” you ask while trembling in fear.
“Darkphantom... it seems like it already knows where you are, most likely it wants to take your power for itself.” the deer explains while trying to protect you.
You decided not to say too much for now. Meanwhile, Darkphantom has managed to trap you in place.
“Special human! Your power will be mine... And my power will become many times stronger!” The Darkphantom said with excitement. His infatuation with great power was like that of an alcoholic.
“You won't be able to get it easily if I'm here... You have to face me first!” The deer stands in front of you, its tall, sturdy antlers rubbing against the surrounding trees, signaling its seriousness about fighting Darkphantom.
Darkphantom chuckles coldly. As if underestimating the Deer's strength.
“Run, kid.” the Deer commands you. But you were still reluctant to leave him. The Deer said again, “Go!” he emphasized and left no room for argument.
You ran away, but you didn't run far from there. You hid behind a big tree while watching the argument between the Deer and Darkphantom.
[[Towards the fight with Darkphantom.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_d513f8822860444abff7fda3918914b0.m4a" autoplay>“So, you're trying to protect that girl huh? Too bad, she'll still be mine!”
Darkphantom said as he brought up the sharp and powerful claws in his hands. Preparing to attack.
“If you want her, GET OVER ME FIRST!”
The Deer immediately attacked Darkphantom.
As their battle continued, the sound of claws clashing with the Deer's massive antlers echoed throughout the forest. In addition, they also cast their magic.
Fierce. They seemed like evenly matched opponents. No one knows who will fall first, you think.
Until finally, you notice the bracelet your sister gave you near the Deer. You want to take it, but their fight doesn't seem to have an opening you can easily break through.
[[Take the bracelet.]]
[[Wait for the fight to die down.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_860f007f26d042b1b9ab0f93d00f2276.m4a" autoplay>It's been a few hours, but you still can't sleep. Your mind starts to drift back to last night's dinner argument. But after your thoughts have become confused, you happen to see a dense and dark forest outside your bedroom window. You continue to wonder about the haunted forest, as if it were a great mystery.
Suddenly, a gust of wind hits your body from nowhere. It sends a shiver down your spine. As if someone is watching you from behind.
You can only sit on the bed and keep looking out the window.
[[Stay in the Room]]
[[Go to your Brother's Room]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_953eba39e6f34ea881714630f8d4e6ee.m4a" autoplay>You slowly try to break through their fight. You sneak around so that Darkphantom doesn't know where you are. Eventually you get closer to where the bracelet is.
The Deer knows you're about to take the bracelet your sister gave you. He tries to distract Darkphantom from noticing you.
But.
Darkphantom instantly recognizes that you're trying to take the bracelet that's nearby.
[[Hiding.]]
[[Keep picking it up.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_860f007f26d042b1b9ab0f93d00f2276.m4a" autoplay>You try to find the right time to take the bracelet without Darkphantom knowing.
At the right moment, you run and grab the bracelet. You manage to grab the bracelet. But your movements are too reckless, so Darkphantom notices you.
Darkphantom immediately catches you with his magic.
“Well, well, well... Look who showed up so boldly...? Little girl, you seem to have a lot of guts to take that stupid bracelet.”
Darkphantom taunted while pulling your collar.
“No! Let her go!”
The Deer immediately tried to prevent Darkphantom. But Darkphantom managed to knock the Deer away with a single magic.
“You needn't interfere, Deer Spirit... You have no right to protect this weak girl.”
Darkphantom said with a cold stare, a smirk still on his lips.
[[Hiding.]]Immediately, Darkphantom lunges at you.
"HA! COME HERE, LITTLE GIRL!"
Darkphantom darted out while raising his sharp claws. He caught you and grabbed you by the neck.
The Deer who saw you was shocked and couldn't help himself. "You... RELEASE HIM!"
The Deer screamed.
Darkphantom immediately tied the Deer in place. "Shut up and stay out of this, and now... Time to get your big power on, little girl..."
A sinister laugh escapes Darkphantom's mouth. You feel a chill run down your spine and feel Darkphantom's horror.
[[Shoot out your Brother]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_860f007f26d042b1b9ab0f93d00f2276.m4a" autoplay>“YOU HAVE NOTHING TO GAIN BY HIDING!”
Darkphantom shouted while chuckling. It looks like Darkphantom is getting crazier and crazier.
Darkphantom immediately chased after you and his sharp claws looked threatening. The Deer immediately prevented Darkphantom.
“You bastard! Don't hurt the girl!”
The Deer attacked Darkphantom again, but Darkphantom immediately used impromptu magic.
The Deer, unprepared for the magic, was instantly hit and knocked down. He was no longer able to stand.
“Heh, now... That power of yours Will be mine.”
Darkphantom's grin grew wider. Signaling his growing madness towards his desire to possess your great power.
You can only be cornered and frightened. You want to try to run, but it will be useless. You still hold tightly to the bracelet your brother gave you.
[[Hiding.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_860f007f26d042b1b9ab0f93d00f2276.m4a" autoplay>"DANTEEE!!!"
You shout as Darkphantom begins to suck your strength with his magic.
"Oh, calling your brother huh? Too bad. He won't come and you... Will die at my hands."
Darkphantom chuckled cruelly.
Suddenly, a blackish-red light flew around them. The light began to descend to the ground. As the light disappeared, a tall man appeared, with dark brown hair and blood-red eyes.
It was your brother, Dante.
But this time there was no longer a soft, warm look on his face. There was only a cold and intimidating gaze. His eagle eyes seemed to stare at the Darkphantom.
"Let go of my brother, or suffer the consequences."
Your brother's distinctive baritone voice rang in Darkphantom's ears.
Darkphantom's once-wide grin instantly dropped, leaving behind an annoyed expression.
"Huh? You think you can beat me? REMEMBER YOUR POSITION! YOU WEAKLING!"
Darkphantom said angrily, as he slammed you into a boulder.
You whimpered in pain, your shoulders and back aching from the impact. Seeing you in pain only made Dante's blood boil.
"Well... You choose death."
Your brother darted quickly and instantly his hand brought up a staff. But it didn't look like an ordinary stick.
Dante struck the staff at Darkphantom. The sound of a loud impact began to thunder. Leaving a rather large crater from the blow of the stick.
"AGH! INSOLENCE! HOW CAN YOU BE SO STRONG?!"
Darkphantom groans as he tries to stand up, but he's badly hurt by just one of Dante's punches.
Your brother slowly approached you and hugged you.
"Are you okay? Don't be afraid, i'm here..."
Although he has a hard face, he is very gentle with you.
[[Reply with a nod.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_e6f515fba1ea4544adb6bd2c4c884bc8.m4a" autoplay>"Good girl."
Your brother said while rubbing your hair.
After that, your brother stood back up. His intimidating figure reappeared. He raised his cane and struck the ground hard.
"How dare you hurt my sister, you must accept the consequences!"
Your brother said sternly as he lunged at Darkphantom.
The fight began to get fierce, but it was clear that Dante had the upper hand over Darkphantom.
Finally, Dante managed to knock Darkphantom down.
"ARGH! YOU MORTAL! YOU SHOULD BE WEAKER THAN US!"
Darkphantom shouted while trying to stand up.
"Your sentence is not entirely true, you just don't know my power yet, because I use it only to protect my sister..."
Your brother replied as he focused his magic on the staff he was holding.
You can only watch from a distance, a little worried.
Dante began to attack Darkphantom. In the end, the shadow creature was defeated.
"Well, thanks for the fun fight, I won't forget it."
Your brother smirks with his sarcastic words.
He looked back at you and smiled gently.
"Let's go home, my little girl."
But.
Without warning, a dark light enveloped Darkphantom's body. Like something worse was about to happen.
[[Yell at your brother to get away.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_e6f515fba1ea4544adb6bd2c4c884bc8.m4a" autoplay>“BROTHER! GET AWAY FROM THAT CREATURE'S BODY!”
You yell at Dante.
Dante is startled and looks back.
BLARR! The explosion knocked both of you down.
“UGH!”
Fortunately, your brother was able to stand up and did not receive any serious injuries.
“You think you're done? NOT YET! YOU STILL DON'T KNOW MY TRUE FORM!”
It seemed like Darkphantom wasn't about to give up yet. He began to unleash his true power.
His power was intense darkness. Dark light enveloped his figure. His body became larger and more intimidating. His wide eyes and lips seemed to be ripped open almost to the eyes. What a terrifying appearance.
Your brother squinted again. He knew that Darkphantom was getting serious. Therefore, he would also become even more serious.
Instantly, the smirk on your brother's lips became more sinister and intense.
“Let the fun begin.”
Your brother said with a loud laugh. He starts to go crazy if his opponent is stronger. That was the hallmark of an assassin like Dante.
~
At the end of the fight, Darkphantom managed to throw Dante into a large tree.
“Urgh!”
Your brother lay prone on the ground while trying to stand up. It seemed like Darkphantom's strength this time was stronger than before. Even Dante couldn't defeat him easily.
“Brother!!!” you tried to call out to your brother, but your brother looked helpless and was still trying to stand up.
“Oh~ how sweet, but unfortunately you didn't manage to protect your beloved girl.”
Darkphantom taunts as he approaches you. His steps are slow and tense.
“Don't... Don't come near my sister! You disgusting creature!”
Your brother tries to run closer to you. But his strength was gone.
“I don't care, all I care about is... THIS GIRL'S GREAT POWER!”
Darkphantom begins to suck your strength again with his magic.
Dante immediately focused his magic on his staff again. He threw the staff with all his might.
Finally Darkphantom is hit and his grip on you is released.
“‘You little...!”
Darkphantom shouted.
Your brother got back to his feet albeit a little staggered.
“Go away! Don't mind mr! Go for your own safety! Mary!”
Your brotherordered without leaving any room for debate.
[[Trying to help your brother by sharing your magic.]]
[[Obey your brother and leave the forest.]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_e6f515fba1ea4544adb6bd2c4c884bc8.m4a" autoplay>You ran straight to your brother. “I don't want to leave you.”
“But, Mary-” your brother's sentence is cut short by your actions. You immediately gave all your strength to your brother.
“What the-... Mary, you... Will lose your powers.”
Dante couldn't stop you, as he seemed to understand that you were trying to help, but your sister still didn't want to make you lose your powers.
“It's okay... It's for my brother.”
You said with a smile. Hearing your words, Dante's heart moved to be able to fight again and protect you.
“Ha! Little girl, it seems you've made a big mistake... Sharing your great power with your brother ... I SHOULD HAVE HAD IT!”
Darkphantom immediately attacks you with his claws.
Dante immediately pulled you up to hold you in his strong yet gentle arms. Dante ducked out of the way easily.
“I won't let you, greedy shadow.” your brother released his embrace and darted to attack Darkphantom.
[[Ending]]
<audio src="https://static.wixstatic.com/mp3/ee266f_e6f515fba1ea4544adb6bd2c4c884bc8.m4a" autoplay>You immediately stood up and ran away. But you see your brother behind you. Dante whispers to you, “Don't look back and save yourself... I love you... My beloved little girl.” your brother says with a gentle smile.
Your heart ached as your brother's whisper reached your ears. But you kept running until you made it out of the forest.
Your brother, Dante fought Darkphantom alone and fought desperately to defeat him. But, your brother didn't manage to defeat the creature and was killed in the fight.
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A few days later, it was you who kept waiting for your brother's return. But your brother never came home, you sank into a deep sadness.
“Brother... Sorry, I... I even left my brother... Hiks.” you sobbed. You cry on your mother's lap. Your mother strokes your head while holding back sadness too, “Your brother saved you, dear... He was willing to risk his life for you... It's a sign that he loves you very much.”
But guilt, regret, and anger enveloped you. Your brother's last words continue to haunt your mind.
At last you close your eyes and say, “(text-style:"italic","emboss")[I will take revenge for Dante].”
[[Start over->An Argument In The Dining Room]]
<audio src="https://video.wixstatic.com/video/ee266f_2b7c4a0b0c6e44b5bed587fb270de054/480p/mp4/file.mp4" autoplay>The battle continued, this time more intense. Dante seemed to have managed to keep up with Darkphantom, who had now grown stronger.
But suddenly Darkphantom knew that you were Dante's weakness. Darkphantom immediately turned his attack towards you, “YOU! MUST PAY FOR YOUR MISTAKE!”
You were surprised and dodged him. Your brother immediately protects you. “Pass me first!” Your brother swung his staff, instantly hitting Darkphantom.
“Argh! THIS IS BECAUSE OF YOUR SISTER!” Darkphantom yelled at your brother.
“True, but I thank her for... she willingly gave her power to me. I won't take my sister's help for granted!” Dante concentrated his power into his staff. The power was already much different from his previous power. It was obvious just how great that power was.
“What the-” Before Darkphantom could finish his sentence, the staff Dante was holding had struck the shadow creature.
Darkphantom cried out in pain. His body began to disintegrate bit by bit. The power in the staff was so strong that it could crush his shadowy body. Finally, he vanished.
Your brother fell to his knees, breathing heavily. You quickly approached Dante.
“Brother, are you okay?” you ask, holding your brother's shoulders.
Dante lifted his head, looking at you for a moment and then his lips broke into a warm smile at you. “I'm fine. Don't worry...” your brother replies gently.
Soon, the sun began to rise. beautiful arunas appeared in the sky. Dante looked up and stared at the rising sun.
“Hm.. it looks like the sun is up-” He stopped talking as if he remembered something.
“What's wrong, brother?” You asked while looking into Dante's eyes.
Dante turned his head then pulled you in and hugged you tightly. “My dear, sweet little sister... thank you for helping me to defeat that shadow creature with the power you gave me. But, I'm still sad... You no longer have that enormous power.”
You smiled warmly and said, “It's okay... that power is not unimportant to me, I don't want to lose it later if I leave my brother... to me, power is not everything if we don't use it to protect the people we care about... and, at least I managed to help brother out of the fate of death..”
“Oh, you... can always melt my cold heart with your sweet words. Well... Let's go home, mom must be worried because we didn't come home all night.” Dante said with a chuckle.
The two of you walked home together, Dante carrying you on his chest as if he didn't want to let you out of his care anymore. A happy ending for siblings who love each other.
[[Start over->An Argument In The Dining Room]]
<audio src="https://video.wixstatic.com/video/ee266f_d07c49a41e644cac93b1184abf134735/480p/mp4/file.mp4" autoplay>Wednesday, April 1, 1996
You (7 years old) are at the dining table having dinner with your family. Your older brother - Dante (20 years old) smiles at you while looking at you with a warm gaze.
But suddenly your father - Mr. Inferno (45 years old) came in and shouted. "YOU'RE ALL USELESS!!!"
Instantly, your brother's face looked dark and menacing. His crimson eyes glanced at your father.
"Instead of a father, just a drunk. Does nothing but hurt mom." snapped your brother, "Shut up, radio host!" snapped your father at his eldest son as he threw the glass wine bottle.
"Honey, don't!" interrupts your mother, whose name is Mrs. Morgan (39 years old). But the bottle was still thrown at Dante.
Dante stays where he is, his nimble hands easily catching the bottle. His movements were calm and steady. "Glass bottles won't hurt me, Dad." he says in his signature voice.
You can only stare at your brother in concern. But Dante's gaze glanced back at you, a smile on the corner of his lips. After that he looked back at your father with a dark but calm gaze.
Your father immediately turned to you and shouted, "You, you useless girl, what are you looking at?!!!"
[["N-nothing..."]]
[["Why do you always scold my brother? He haven't done anything wrong."]]
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