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[When he wakes up, he still believes he's in Nautilus. The last he remembers is going to sleep with Leanne like usual, did something happen? Another storm? Something worse? He can't remember anything else but there must have been something since not only he wakes up in a place he doesn't recognize but he is also wearing his armour.

It's not until he finds the hologram that he understands what has happened, and those sensible to Cosmo, ki or similar energies will most likely feel a huge burst of energy as Ikki's Cosmo rages. To his credit he doesn't damage anything in the area. But it takes everything he has to not do so. Kidnapped again, this time more blatantly and without made up excuses about there having been a call. It was bad the first time, but this time is even worse. Apparently he's not allowed to continue fighting to save Athena and Seiya, nor he's allowed to have a family and a "normal" life.

He makes his way out, with his Phoenix Cloth on and carrying its Pandora box on his back. He doesn't bother to try to use his Cosmo to reach anyone for he doubts that whoever is responsible of this would be so kind as to let him reunite with anyone he knows and cares about. It's not until he reaches the beach that a thought occurs to him which leads him to strip down his armour and shirt, so he can check his right shoulder and confirm that the tattoo that Ace made for him is still there. A red spade (from the cards) surrounded by two flaming wings, one blue, the other orange, and with what seems like a white crescent moon crossing over it, the only thing he has, aside from his memories, to remember his time in Nautilus. It brings some relief to his heart, but it does nothing to calm his temper, so he goes on to strech his joints and muscles, giving anyone watching the video a nice show without realizing it. It's not the coliseum he's used to, but the beach seems like a good enough place to do some improvised training.

It should help to release his anger.]

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[Well, the ruffling makes his hair a mess. Off to the shops they go! Whatever catches Ikki's eye in the shops, Seiya went along with him.]

It was the best idea. I'll do anything to protect her, even if the idea seems crazy at the time. As long it works.

I think a few days ago? It hasn't been a week yet.

It was the best idea to save her, but not when you have someone actively trying to kill you. What would have you done if I hadn't arrived in time to help you win some time?

[He smiles, though.]

You're not the only one with crazy ideas to save the other, though.

[Ikki hums at the answer but it's not until they are seated somewhere, Ikki with a drink and Seiya with whatever he wants that he bothers to continue with that train of thought.]

So taking everything into account it's not been very long for you since we were together. Do you have any idea what's the last thing Dohko remembers?

I thought I was almost a goner then. He destroyed my senses and I was almost dying. The toughest part is crawling on the stairs to get to the shield. I'm not sure what I'll do if you weren't there...or even make it out alive to save her in time, but things work out in the end.

[Seiya will help himself to an iced coffee in that case! Here comes the caffeine buzz! At Ikki's question, there was a thoughtful pause.]

He said it was when he opened the gate for us at the wall.

I'm surprised you actually were aware of how much damage he did, I thought you were so focused on what to do and too busy being too stubborn to die, that you wouldn't notice.

[It's not said as a bad thing, though, quite the opposite, Seiya's stubborness has been a blessing more times than he can count.]

So he's probably aware of the fact that he's dead. Good, we won't have to worry about mentioning it.

Those worlds like to pull people in without any care about what they were doing or if they are from the same time as the friends they may already have here. It could be entirely possible for a six years old Shiryu to appear here next time, which is why knowing what's the last we all remember is a good idea.

[He doubts they will be lucky, or unlucky, enough to get more friends brought here, but he may as well explain Seiya a basic issue of those worlds. Even if it means his brother having the chance to pick up that Ikki actually has experience with this situation.]

The thing is, I was focused. Very focused. I can't give up. I wasn't afraid to die, but not before saving her and if it weren't for you help, then climbing the stairs on my hand and knees while knowing death is chasing me, I wouldn't have made it. If Athena is gone, then what of everything else? She's a balance to our world and I swear myself to protect that. From our role as saints in the world to the Sanctuary. The Universe within me tells me it that was what I was born to do. And I would do the same for you.

And anyway, Athena told she is sorry for making me suffer so much, but I told her it was I meant to do.

[Never once Seiya thought of himself as foolish for being so determined to save others even if it means dying on their behalf or getting himself killed. Battles were fought hard, armors break, punch and kicks landed a blow, sacrifice made, blood spilled.

Sensing the topic shift now, Seiya believed him. He isn't crazy. If anything, Ikki is just as a sensible saint as the others. After all, Ikki has always had this ability to destroy minds with a punch. Why not open doors or portals to dimensions too? Well, that's how Seiya understands it, meaning...not much of it, the science of it.]

Worlds you say? The energy is a bit different here, that I can say. I'm not sure how it works, so I can't explain to you how I got here...all I remembered is sleeping. I thought I woke up from a dream, where I think you guys are coming back to save me as you always do, and show you I can walk, talk, and finally see all of you.

[He smiles at him. It's embarrassing for him to admit he's invalid during that period of time.]

Anyway, you just got here right? I have a room at the inn where you can spend the night and we can figure out what to do next from there.

Hmm, she always says that, doesn't she? Apologizing for making her Saints fight, yet she won't change her ways or mind to avoid said fights. That's one of the things I can't stand of her.

[It's no secret that Ikki's far from a fan of Athena, though he never fails to show up to fight in her name so clearly he's not totally against her. It's more that he just can't stand the fact that she would apologize for things she shouldn't apologize about, be it because they weren't her fault or because she would do them again anyway.

Ikki frowns at his own slip, he hadn't meant to tell Seiya that he has been in another world before but... Then again there's no real reason to hide it. He doubts Seiya would worry about it. But then Seiya comments about that dream and it's Ikki the one worrying. Somehow he hadn't really think that Seiya would be even minimally aware of anything while stuck in that chair. He knows that Athena and Shun would argue that he was, but it's like when people are in a coma, and Ikki isn't one to fool himself with pipe dreams.

As his brother changes the subject, though, Ikki feels that he has missed his chance to ask and not feel awkward about it. So he just shakes his head.]

Don't worry about me, it's true that I've just got here but I know of a place where I can crash already.

[Part of him would like to accept the offer, even if he has Marco's offer, he could just tell Marco that he would go the next day and spend the night with Seiya. But... When has he actually hanged around his brothers without it being due some upcoming threat? No. The Ikki his brother is more accustomed to wouldn't accept the offer, so he shouldn't. Even if Marco says that Seiya will probably just accept Ikki and his changes, the phoenix himself isn't sure that he wants to show those changes too much.]

You know I'm used to handle things alone.

If Athena could find a peaceful way to settle her fights, she could have chosen that. But we're all she has for an army, and I would stand up for everyone, including you.

[Seiya understands Ikki, though he finds him just as frustrating. In a way, Athena and him, they trust Ikki wholeheartedly. He just doesn't do the group thing. He doesn't worry about Ikki at all, but rather worry what Ikki would do for him if he knows of his state back home.

Smiling at him, being cool about it. He walks deliberately slowly, not revealing a misstep.]

All right, all right. I know you don't like the group thing, but still...I don't worry much here. The only Cosmos I sense is you and Dohko. I haven't seen any enemies or soldiers at all. I can sleep easy, so I was wondering if we're the only ones here or maybe one of our comrades and friends would show up? Anyway, if you found a place to crash, I'll meet you up if I could.

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