Imaginationland got some good feedback, so here's chapter two, earlier than expected! Elsara IS a couple that can be chosen from, so sorry for forgetting to add it! And so is Chaisha...ehe..
Elsai: 5
Elseve: 7
Elsara: 3
Addsha: 1
Addeve: 0
Addara: 3
Cheve: 2
Chara: 4
Chaisha: 0
So, this is how this is going to work. Since Chara and Addara are close together, if one beats out the other, (say, Chara beats Addara) then it will default to Addsha. If Addara wins, it'll default to either Chaisha or Cheve, but I highly doubt Cheve will win due to..*points to Elseve votes* that. But hey, who knows? Anyways, enjoy the chapter!
Welcome to Imaginationland
~Eve~
Apple hugged Eve tightly, the tears seeping through her hospital gown. Eve patted her back and held back a sigh.
"Apple, come on. It's all right.."
"It's not 'all right' Eve!"
Proto sighed. "Apple, she's right. Get yourself together, I'd like us to visit our sister without bursting into tears just once."
Apple sniffled and nodded, letting go of Eve and sitting in the hopsital chair. Proto shot Eve an apologetic glance and Eve nodded in thanks. Apple patted Eve's hand in an attempt to reassure her.
"I'm fine, Apple. The pain's..actually gotten better." In truth, it hasn't gotten anything but worse. Even breathing became a chore while she was asleep, dreaming in Heaven. She felt alive when she was in Heaven, flying near the water with her electric blue wings stretching as far as they could behind her. Her hair was long there, and she wore a blue crown that adorned her head and sparkled brilliantly.
She felt important. She felt at peace. There was no pain in Heaven, and Eve could smile there without a care in the world. But then she woke up from the pain in her lungs, and instantly was reminded that she wasn't an angel anymore. Not yet. She was getting more and more tired, and yesterday she could barely keep her eyes open. She was scared, but she was prepared for death. She was oddly calm, and Proto seemed to notice it immediately.
"Eve, you've been more..sociable this week. Did something happen?"
"Ah, no. I've just been-" Eve stopped, a coughing fit taking over her body. Her chest heaved from the pressure and her body shook violently. Apple and Proto rushed to her side, helping her stay upright and rubbing her back. When the fit passed, Eve let out an 'ugh' and nodded to show she was okay. Her sisters stood back, and Apple sighed in relief.
"Oh Eve, I'm so sorry."
Eve forced out a chuckle. "You shouldn't be. I don't want anyone to pity me."
"I know, but-"
"So please, don't, okay? I'd rather you focus on other things rather than taking up your time with a dead girl."
Proto's eyes narrowed. "You aren't a dead girl, Eve."
Eve fell into silence, gazing out the window. She honestly didn't have an answer for that. At least, not one that made her sound like a complete bitch. She stared at the plow that was moving the snow out of the way before Proto sighed when she glanced at the clock.
"Apple, come on, Father's going to be home soon."
Apple nodded, hugging Eve once more before leaving the room. Eve stared at the door for a moment, waiting for Apple to run back in, fat tears streaming down her face. But she didn't come back. Eve lied back down and decided it was time to go to Heaven. She was so tired. So, so tired..
Eve wasn't roused by pain when she woke up. But the constant clicking and the muffled voice that she heard instantly alerted her that she wasn't in the hospital.
Am I dreaming again? Of Heaven? Eve thought, slowly cracking open one eye. Her head felt heavier. Much heavier. She looked around the room, which was mostly white, and sat up. This definitely wasn't the hospital, and Eve felt uneasy being in this room. She slowly slid off the bed, glancing around for any signs of life.
Now that I think about it, my whole body's heavier. And my head.. Eve felt her head and gasped, running her hand down the silky strands of hair that ran all the way to her feet. She couldn't help but smile.
"My..my hair. My hair's back.." Eve grabbed a bunch of her hair and held it in her field of vision, her smile growing bigger.
I'm..I'm cured. This has to mean I'm cured, right? She spotted a mirror in the corner of the room and ran to it, standing in front of it and gaping at her reflection.
Her hair was split evenly at her shoulders in two long pigtails, and atop her bangs was a beautiful electric blue crown. The armor that covered her body was white and black, and branched out at the bottom. Her boots went up to her thighs, and Eve couldn't stop staring at herself.
Eve covered her mouth and smiled. I'm an angel now, aren't I? But..where are my wings? Eve squinted at the mirror, trying to spot her wings. After staring for a moment she nodded.
Right..even angels have to earn their wings. I just haven't gotten mine yet.
She heard a hissing noise and turned around to see a young man in a labcoat step into the room and facing her. When their eyes met, he grinned.
"Ah, you're finally awake, are you? I didn't know there were other Dreamers here. Welcome to Imaginationland."
"Imaginationland? Is that where I am? Who are you?" Aren't I dead? Eve thought, gazing inquisitively at the boy. He chuckled and shook his head.
"You don't know? The children who dream-awake or not-constantly come to this place eventually. You're not dead, but you will be if you fall prey to the Dream Eaters. Before I forget, my name is Add." he mock-bowed.
"My name is Eve..and Dream Eaters?"
Add nodded. "Yes, Dream Eaters. They give humans bad dreams, and those in Imaginationland are supposed to combat them and keep the world safe."
"But..if I'm not dead, did I get sent here?"
Add sighed. "Not your body, no. In the real world, you're..asleep."
"When will I wake up?"
Add fell silent, his hands reaching up to his ponytail and tightening it. Letting out another sigh, he spoke. "You won't wake up. Not for a while, anyway. I've been here for a long, long time."
Eve felt her heart skip a beat. "But..we will eventually, right?"
Add shrugged. "I don't know the answer to that question. I've just been fighting all the Dream Eaters I can until I find a way to leave. Anyways, may I ask how you got here? Oh, wait..you must be tired from standing. Come on, we'll sit in my lab." Add took her wrist gently and led Eve outside into his lab, which was scarily neat. Nothing was out of place, and two androids stood at a table, scanning a map. The maid-like android looked up and smiled, nodding at Eve.
Eve didn't smile back. The other turned towards her and waved cheerily, causing the other to roll its eyes. Eve looked away. Add pulled out two chairs and gestured for Eve to sit, and she obeyed. He sat across from her and stretched.
"Aaah, much better. So, how did you get here?"
Eve opened her mouth to speak, but quickly shut it. I was asleep, right? I just woke up here..so how do I know this isn't a dream?
She sat back and shrugged. "I went to sleep in the hospital like always, and I woke up here."
Add's eyebrows raised a bit. "You were in the hospital?"
"I am a cancer patient," Eve ran a hand down her left pigtail, curling a piece around her finger. "I didn't have anywhere else to go, so I slept and daydreamed a lot."
Add nodded. "Ah, that explains why you keep playing with your hair."
"Add?"
"Hmm?"
"How..how do I know this isn't a dream."
Add's lips pursed together and he got up from his chair, walking around to Eve's chair. He reached out and pinched her cheek. Hard. Eve's wince was barely visible on her face. Add pulled away.
"See? Hmm..Eve, you are interesting.."
Eve raised a hand to her cheek and glanced at Add. A beeping noise filled the room and Add frowned.
"Already? They're ahead of schedule.."
"Who is?"
Add laughed. "The Dream Eaters, of course! Oberon, Ophelia! Prepare for combat! Oh..Eve, would you like to help us fight?"
Eve looked at her lap. I don't know one thing about combat..
Add nodded at her. "I've just the thing for you. Here." Add handed her gloves, which fit perfectly over her hands. Eve moved her fingers around, and two drones, one black and the other white, flew to her side.
"Eve, meet Moby and Remy. I made some combat drones a little while back, but the Dynamo works better for me." Add snapped his fingers and the Dynamo flew to his side. The two drones followed Eve's movements, and she practiced by knocking over Add's lamp. Add sighed.
"Honestly, Eve, do you know how long it took for me to find those?"
She shrugged and he rolled his eyes, taking her hand again and leading her outside. Eve winced at the sun's rays and Moby flew in front of her to shield her from the glare. Add squinted over the horizon, scanning the area for Dream Eaters.
"Eve, dear, do me a favor and look for a large, black cloud-like object." Add said, his eyes never leaving the horizon. Eve nodded and turned around, freezing.
"Um..Add...do you mean that?"
"What?" Add turned around and his eyes widened. Flying across the grass was a massive, towering black cloud. Eve backed up, her fight-or-flight senses going off. Add grabbed her hand.
"Don't run off, Eve. That's what it wants," he hissed, glancing at her. "Don't ever take your eyes off of it. Especially not one this big. I haven't seen a Titan Eater in a while...this'll be fun." Add giggled. Eve glanced at Add, then at the Titan Eater. She was shaking. Badly. The drones whirred and clicked beside her.
Okay, Eve. This isn't a dream. I don't know what'll happen if I 'die', but I'd rather not find out yet. I need to stay calm and prepare for this. Eve inhaled and exhaled, steadying her hands. Add let go once he felt her hand stay still. Eve felt calm as the Titan Eater approached. It was nearly on top of them now. Eve walked forward, despite Add's protests, and felt herself get lighter as she flew upwards, meeting the Titan Eater's head. Its eyes were white, empty sockets, accompanied by a gaping mouth. Eve felt energy well up inside of her, and she curled into a ball. The Titan Eater opened it mouth wider and wider, its breath smelling like the crypt. Despite her entire body shivering, Eve felt safe and calm. The energy crackled around her and her back ached.
But she felt cold immediately after the Titan Eater lunged forward. Nothing but darkness surrounded her. She couldn't hear Add's shouts anymore, nor the whirring of her drones. But the energy grew stronger and stronger, and Eve quickly uncurled and heard a loud boom. When she opened her eyes, the Titan Eater was gone, and the ground was far, far away. She looked behind her and stopped herself from gasping.
Deep blue wings, sparking with electricity and light, had extended behind her.
Well, this was supposed to be up yesterday, but I kinda sorta fell asleep.
And I didn't wake up till about 9. I'm sorry!
Anyways, I don't know when chapter 3 will be up, but we'll see!