driftfleet | 4th light - private video to the Blue Fish crew

[The Blue Fish crew might be surprised to find a private message from Kairi waiting for them on their communicators.

Ever since Allen had told them about his Noah a few months back, Kairi had been debating telling them her own secret. Well, one of them, anyway. There was the issue of Naminé, but she wasn't even sure how to broach that subject. For now, she would have to let that topic lie, and instead focus on her other secret.

Truth be told, she's not sure if this will even be an issue. They're seemingly so far away from the worlds she ever knew about, it's possible that the laws that governed them didn't apply out here. But it wasn't a chance she wanted to take. If Allen could open up to them about his Noah, then she certainly could tell them about this.

It didn't make her any less nervous, though.]

Hey everyone. Um... there's something I should tell you guys. It's nothing bad, per se, but it's... well, it does tend to attract trouble. Hopefully not here! [She laughed nervously, pushing her hair back.] I... think we're far away enough from where I'm from that it shouldn't be an issue, but... just in case..

Okay. [Deep breath.] Where I'm from, there are two forces that sort of govern everything. Light and Darkness. They're opposites, but one cannot exist without the other. Darkness isn't necessarily evil, but it does tend to lend itself to it. It's a very corrupting influence if you're not careful. The Light is generally a force of good, but not usually as powerful as Darkness. You... I think you get the idea.

In most people's hearts, there is both Light and Darkness. How much varies per each person. Those who are corrupt and yearn for power tend to have more Darkness than Light. The Darkness can corrupt a person's heart, turn them to evil, but there's always a little bit of Light in there that won't go out. As long as you're still human, at least. [There were Heartless and Nobodies and whatnot, but she wasn't going to go into that now.] Anyway...

[And here comes the hard part.] There is an exception to that. Seven exceptions, to be exact. There are seven girls who have hearts of pure Light, not one bit of Darkness in them. They're called the Princesses of Heart. If you put all seven of them together and release the power within their hearts, they can open the door to the heart of all worlds. I guess there's supposed to be untold wisdom and power in that heart, but that's just legend. Likely something no one should ever find out. [Though Maleficent had come damn close, averted barely by Sora's interference.]

I'm... one of those seven. [She releases a shaky breath.] I don't think it poses a danger, especially since the others aren't here. But that much Light does tend to attract Darkness. It can also repel it, though. I guess it depends on how it's used? I don't know. I only learned about this a year ago and not in the best way. Given how I don't think the laws about Light and Darkness even apply out here, it may be a non-issue. I wanted you guys to know, though. Just in case. Riku and Axel also know about this, so if something were to come up and I wasn't ... they'd be able to help.

That's everything, I guess. I'd appreciate it if you guys kept this quiet, just to be on the safe side. If you have any questions, I'll do my best to answer. [She moves to turn off the communicator, but pauses and suddenly frowns.] Oh, and no, I am not royalty. [Probably.] So no "your highness" jokes out of any of you.

[With that said, the feed ends.]

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Then I guess it's no wonder no one's seen it in so long. How would you even go about looking for it if you wanted to, whether or not you want to destroy it? Which honestly sounds like a bad idea...

[Though the question implied in that last statement is answered when her previous question is answered.]

I wouldn't let them. [No more. She's not going to be helplessly used by someone again.] Not that I'd plan on telling them anyway, but...

I'm not sure. We've tried a few different methods- but none of them worked. It's why I half believe it's only a fairy tale.

[On his list of things to do back home, seeking out the Heart was much lower than it was for other Exorcists. Sure, he followed the orders that Komui gave regarding it- but on a whole? He had other things to worry about]

[He smiles reassuringly] Then you'll be fine. And not everyone from the Order's bad! Really there's a lot of good people there! I mean, if Lavi, Lenalee or Komui shows up, you could definitely trust them... [A beat] Maybe Kanda too. [Maybe]

I'm sorry. I wish I knew how Maleficent had tracked us down. Maybe it could help you find The Heart in your world. Unless Riku knows how she did...

[Something to ask, if she thinks of it. Though it might not work the same, it was worth a shot.]

Are those your friends? [They certainly sound like it.]

[There's a pause and an eyebrow raise] Thanks, but I'm not sure how I feel about using the methods of someone with a name like Maleficent... [Seeing how that literally means EVIL and all.] I mean, unless she's a friend of yours of course... [Still. That seems SO SKETCHY]

Ah- yes. [he gives a nod] Komui was my supervisor, and the rest were my comrades.

Oh no, definitely not a friend. I guess I could understand that, not wanting to follow in her steps. She's the only one I know of who managed to find all of us, though.

Well, if any of them show up, at least I'll have an idea of who they are now!

[ Yeah considering how many worlds there seem to be, he's...sort of not surprised it took some serious dark mojo to track the seven down. Something like that would have to be even more powerful than what the Noah clan has at its disposable...definitely not something to trifle with. ]

[And even if it was safe to use...]

...If the Heart is a person like you are, that changes things anyway.

[It'd be one thing to use an object to try to win the war. But if the Heart is a person - with their own memories, feelings and connections to the world? Allen's known Kairi for months now. He's seen her laugh, cry, get mad, smile...not once had he ever thought she could be anything but human.]

[If that's the same for the Heart, then...maybe they're better off remaining unknown.]

[There's a pause of thinking before he finally shakes his head]

Ah - I'm sorry, my reaction wasn't the best. I was caught by surprise, and maybe I'm still not sure what to make of this news, but...

[He smiles]

It doesn't matter here. Whether you're a Princess of Heart or "the Heart" or something else...you're still my crewmate. That hasn't changed. We'll still look after each other, no matter what.

[And joking dryly] Besides, I should be the last person to gripe about any trouble or strangeness this might bring.

Every world is different, and the laws and workings of your world might be completely different. If it is similar, though... then what's done with their power should be up to them.

[She's seen and heard of more powerful people taking advantage of and abusing the powers of others. The Nobodies being the most glaring case, but also for the Princess as well as Sora and Riku. She's sick of it.]

It's all right. I figured people would be shocked. But thank you, Allen. That really means a lot to me. I doubt anything will come of it, but it's better safe than sorry.

[This is when she switches the conversation to private. Even though her post was locked to her crew, she knows not everyone on board knows about his Noah. At least as far as she knew.]

It's funny that you say that. It was you telling us about your Noah that made me start considering telling you guys about my ... secret.

I agree. People should have the right to make their own paths.

[ Not be used for someone else's own goals. And her admitting that catches him by surprise. ]

Was it really? [ That has to be the first time he's ever inspired honesty in someone gosh! He's not even fully sure how to respond! ] I, ah- I'm glad to hear that?

Mmhmm. Obviously it... took me a little while to work up the courage, but it certainly got me considering. If you were able to talk about the Noah, then there was no reason I couldn't talk about this. [Especially since the Noah was a much more potential threat than her Princess of Heart thing. Hers could bring in trouble, but his WAS trouble, or it could be. But he was brave enough to admit it and be honest with his shipmates, despite the risks. How could she not do the same?]

We all have secrets, after all.

Mm, that's true. [The secrets, anyway. He'll offer her a smile] I'm glad I could help you find the courage to talk about it.

[Even if the only reason he had told them was for their safety. If it wasn't a matter of being stuck on the same ship as them all the time...well, he probably wouldn't have said a thing]

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