“P-Please big sister…” Purple Sister cried, on the news. “Please come back to me… If someone took you… Please give her back… I can’t do this anymore without you big sister!”
Cyberconnect2 sighed deeply. She felt her eyes start to burn and a lump formed in her throat. “Geeze! This little one is making me cry!” Cyberconnect2 dabbed her eyes. Just when Cyberconnect2 was about to turn to Nepgear, she noticed something strange happening to Purple Sister.
Purple Sister’s eyes started to grow wider. Her body started to shine. The person holding the news camera quickly backed away and so did the people around her. “Uh-oh! What’s going on?!” Cyberconnect2 cried.
Cyberconnect2 turned to Nepgear and gasped. Nepgear was also going through the same thing that Purple Sister was going through. Her eyes were wide as well and her body glowed an otherworldly glow. “NEPGEAR!?” Cyberconnect2 cried, as she jumped to her feet. “NEPGEAR?! WHAT’S HAPPENING?”
***
“Oh goodness… Where am I?” Nepgear wondered. One moment Nepgear was sitting on a bed in a hotel room with Cyberconnect2 and the next moment she was standing in a black void. The sound of water trickling could be heard in the distance.
“Why?” A voice cried out. “Why is this happening?”
Even though Nepgear couldn’t see who owned the voice, she knew exactly who was talking. “Purple Sister?” Nepgear breathed.
Purple Sister suddenly appeared in front of her. The CPU Candidate was sitting on her knees. Her face was buried in her hands and she was sobbing uncontrollably. “Who’s there?” Purple Sister asked, her body trembled with fear.
“It’s me. Nepgear. Remember?” Nepgear asked.
Purple Sister lowered her hands and looked hard at Nepgear. “It’s you… I missed you.”
“I missed you too.” Said Nepgear, taking several steps towards Purple Sister. “How’s everyone doing? Falcom? IF? Compa? Red? MAGES.?”
“Good.” Purple Sister said, her voice shook in her throat. “Though… I’m sure they’re more worried about my sister. I know I am.”
Nepgear giggled. “I know how you feel. I was recently separated from my sister too. I miss her so much, but you know what? I have to keep moving forward.” Said Nepgear, who was now standing over Purple Sister.
Purple Sister looked up at Nepgear, who offered the girl a hand. Purple Sister hesitated for a few moments, before she took Nepgear’s hand and let her be pulled to her feet. “Are you okay now?” Nepgear asked.
Purple Sister shook her head. “No.”
“That’s okay.” Nepgear said, hugging Purple Sister close to her. “It’s okay not to be okay, but I want to help you.”
“How?” Purple Sister asked.
“Tell me Purple Sister. What’s missing?” Nepgear asked.
Purple Sister hesitated for a moment. “My sister.” Purple Sister said.
“Well yes, but that’s not what I’m asking. What are you missing?” Nepgear asked.
Purple Sister didn’t have to think about her answer. “My memory. It was stolen from me.”
“Do you want it back?” Nepgear asked. Purple Sister nodded. “Good. Purple Sister? I didn’t steal your memory, but I have it. All of it. I remember everything now.”
“You do?” Purple Sister asked, looking into Nepgear’s eyes. Purple Sister didn’t see a thief in Nepgear’s eyes, instead she saw herself. Purple Sister’s eyes went wide, before they slid shut. “Can you do me a favor?”
“Anything.” Said Nepgear.
“Tell our sister… I love you.” Purple Sister said.
Nepgear closed her eyes tightly. “Of course I will! Everyday!”
When Nepgear opened her eyes, she quickly saw that she wasn’t inside a hotel room. Now she was standing outside, a large crowd had formed around her. “Nepgear?” Cyberconnect2 said.
Nepgear glanced up and smiled warmly at her friend. “Well in this form my name is Purple Sister.”
Cyberconnect2 slowly shook her head. “I can’t believe it. You’re the CPU candidate?” She asked.
Purple Sister giggled. “Yeah. It’s a long story.” Purple Heart glanced around at the people who surrounded her. She had no idea how she managed to get outside. “Sorry for the trouble everyone. My name is Purple Sister. I come from Planeptune, but I promise I’m not here to cause any trouble.”
Cyberconnect2 had made her way over to Purple Sister. “Don’t worry everyone. I’ll keep an eye on her.” Cyberconnect2 took Purple Sister by the hand and led her back into the hotel. As the girls made their way back to their room, Purple Sister changed back into her human form.
“I’m sorry about that.” Nepgear said, blushing heavily. “I honestly hope no one tells Lady White Heart about this. No doubt she’ll get really angry and try to finish me off.”
“Yeah. Don’t worry about it.” Cyberconnect2 said, despite the fact that she had no idea if people would tell Lady White Heart or not. Once the girls were back inside their room, Nepgear took a seat on her bed and sighed deeply.
“How did I get outside?” Nepgear asked.
“You… You flew out.” Said Cyberconnect2. “I tried to stop you, but you opened the window and flew out of it.”
“Tried to stop me? I didn’t hurt you did I?” Nepgear asked.
Cyberconnect2 giggled and shook her head. “Nope. You actually patted me on the shoulder and told me that everything was going to be okay.”
“Really?” Nepgear said, surprised. “I don’t remember that at all.”
“Really.” Said Cyberconnect2. “And I’m sure you were right about that. Even if you don’t remember saying it.”
Nepgear watched as her friend took a seat on the bed across from her. “Anyways… What do you remember?”
“Everything.” Nepgear said. Nepgear took her time and explained everything to Cyberconnect2, when she was finished Cyberconnect2 wore a strange look on her face. “That’s amazing.”
“Yeah.” Nepgear said, looking down at her hands. “Not only do I remember everything that led up to me being separated from my Goddess form, but I also remember everything my Goddess form did when she acted on her own. The time I spent with Falcom and Purple Heart. It’s all right here…” Nepgear pointed at her head.
“That’s amazing.” Cyberconnect2 said. “Are you feeling okay? You’re not sick, or in pain are you?”
Nepgear shook her head. “No. I’m okay.” Nepgear said, smiling.
Cyberconnect2 nodded her head several times before she suddenly looked at Nepgear suspiciously. “You’re not just saying that to be tough, are you?”
Nepgear couldn’t help, but giggle. “No! No… I mean it. I’m fine.”
“That’s good.” Cyberconnect2 said, taking a deep breath. “Well… We should get some rest okay and leave early tomorrow.”
“Good idea.” Said Nepgear, as she began pulling off her shoes.
Cyberconnect2 did the same thing, but hesitated before she slid her left shoe off her foot. “Nepgear? Listen…”
“Nope.” Nepgear said, shaking her head. “Were in this until the very end, okay? No way I’m flying off without you!”
Cyberconnect2 giggled and nodded. “Okay. It’s up to you.”
***
“Holy Crap!” Neptune said, a look of shock could be seen on her face. Neptune had been watching television for the last few hours, but quickly realized something incredible. Something she would remember for years to come.
“What is it?” Rom asked, nervously.
The room Neptune, Blanc, Rom and Ram shared was enormous. There were two bedrooms that had two beds located in them. Each room had their own bathroom. The living area was enormous as well and so was the adjacent kitchen. The television was big as well.
“Look! This TV has a game console installed in it.” Said Neptune, excitedly.
“That’s what surprises you?” Blanc said. “Aren’t you a little worried that White Heart might find out that you’re here in Lowee City? Her Basilicom is here.”
“I’m fine. Remember? I’m a goddess too now.” Said Neptune.
“Which is why you should be worried. If Lady White Heart even thinks that you’re trying to attack her city, she’ll come for you.” Blanc warned.
“Bah. I’m tough.” Said Neptune, waving her hand dismissively.
Blanc wasn’t one-hundred percent sure why, but for some reason what Neptune said bothered her. “Lady White Heart is a lot stronger…” Blanc began, but decided to drop it. “Doesn’t matter.” The girl breathed.
“Whoa! Look at that!” Ram said.
Blanc, who had been working in the kitchen for several moments, looked over the counter at the television. She saw the words ‘Purple Heart Missing’, displayed on the screen. “What’s going on?” Blanc asked, walking up to Neptune who was sitting on a large couch.
“They’re talking about Lady Purple Heart going missing.” Rom squeaked.
“But isn’t Neptune Lady Purple Heart?” Ram asked. “Those dummies in Planeptune are dummies!”
“Hey!” Neptune said, annoyed. “They obviously don’t know where I am.” Just as Neptune finished speaking, a special alert appeared on the screen.
“This just in. Lady Purple Sister has gone missing as well. Here is a video that was taken from inside the Basilicom.” A reporter said. A video of Lady Purple Sister appeared on the screen. At first nothing seemed strange about it, but suddenly her body started to glow brightly and then she disappeared. “Authorities are scrambling to uncover the cause of this sudden disappearance, but-.”
Neptune muted the television. “Did you see that? Nepgear must have remembered who she was! She’s a CPU again!” The girl said, excitedly. “Too bad everyone thinks we just disappeared though.”
Blanc took a deep breath. “This is a problem.” Blanc crossed her arms in front of her chest and thought for a few moments. “Neptune? I have an idea.”
“Ooh! What is it?” Neptune asked.
“How would you feel if I took that USB memory stick and completed this mission for you?” Asked Blanc.
“Huh?” Neptune said, surprised.
“Hear me out.” Blanc said. “I didn’t tell you this before, but I had a small conversation with Histoire. She told me that the USB memory stick would work for anyone, but she selected you to complete this mission. I could complete this mission for you. All I ask is you take my sisters to Planeptune and look after them.”
“No!” Rom cried.
“No way!” Ram said.
“Nopers!” Neptune said, getting to her feet.
“Now hold on.” Blanc said, holding up her hands. “The only reason I’m suggesting this, is because Planeptune is worried about their goddess. That’s all.”
“I hear you, but I can’t leave now! Not when were so close to finishing this quest. Besides, I have an idea.” Neptune said, as she pulled out Nepgear’s N-Gear. “We’ll make a video using this and send it to IF and Compa! They’ll make sure people in Planeptune see this.”
Blanc opened her mouth to protest, but changed her mind. “That might actually work. Are you sure?”
“Yep! No way I’m quitting!” Neptune said, giggling. Neptune yelped when she felt the N-Gear start to shake.
“What is it?!” Rom asked.
“Messages from friends.” Neptune said, giggling.
“Geesh dummy! Stop scaring us!” Ram said, tears had formed in the corners of both her and Rom’s eyes.
“Sorry about that.” Neptune said. Neptune looked down at the messages she had been sent. “Yep. Lots of worried peeps! Don’t worry! I’ll set them all straight!” Neptune said, as she began pounding information into the N-Gear.
Blanc turned back to the kitchen. “I’ll finish dinner. Girls? Leave auntie Neptune alone.”
“Fine.” Rom and Ram said, in unison.
“Oh. Neptune? Do you think your sister will fly here now?” Blanc asked.
“Nopers.” Said Neptune. “No way my baby sister abandons a friend.” Said Neptune, not taking her eyes off the N-Gear’s screen.
Blanc smiled. “I might not remember Nepgear, but I like her.”
“Nepgear’s the best!” Neptune said. “I guess I’ll have to keep her.”
***
Lady White Heart was incredibly angry. Her hands were shaking by her sides and her jaw was clenched. “Is that all you have to report to me?” Lady White Heart demanded, glancing over her shoulder at the Lowee Guard.
“Yes ma’am.” The guard said.
“Listen up.” Lady White Heart breathed. “I know you’re just doing your job, but when it comes to those stupid bitches! I mean… Neptune and Nepgear, I want you to speak to Financier. Understood?”
“Yes goddess.” The guard said, saluting. “I’m sorry for upsetting you.”
“Please! I’m always pissed.” White Heart said. “You should leave now.”
“Right.” The guard said.
Lady White Heart waited until the man left, before she grabbed the sides of her head and roared in rage. “WHO DO THOSE BITCHES THINK THEY ARE!? INVADING MY LAND! TURNING INTO GODDESSES!? SCREW THEM ALL!” The girl screamed.
Lady White Heart’s voice echoed and reverberated off the walls. She balled her hands into tight fists and struck the walls several times until large holes had formed in them. After each punch, Lady White Heart started feeling a bit calmer.
“It’s okay. It’s okay!” Lady White Heart breathed. “None of them are dead, they’re both fine and soon this anger of mine will be done for! I just wish they’d hurry their lazy asses up!” Lady White Heart muttered, angrily to herself. “Just hurry up!”
