Kingdom Hearts 2: 2nd sequel to the Legendary 8th Princess of Heart

Chapter 15: Dealing with Hades

(Harmony's) POV:

While heading deeper into the underworld, we run across some Heartless along the way. But that's not all. We soon see someone in a black coat, heading deeper into the underworld, too.

"The Organization!" Donald exclaims.

"After him!" Hijikata orders.

As fast as we can, we chase after that Organization member. It isn't easy keeping up with him, however, when Heartless keep attacking us and we try to avoid being crushed by falling boulders. But something felt off; our attacks aren't as effective as usual and I can't seem to use my Valor form like I usually do. Eventually, we soon catch up to that Organization member, who is running right towards us.

My friends and I ready ourselves, prepared. However, he runs right past us.

"Run! Run away!" he exclaims.

We turn around, confused, as we see him disappear into a corridor of darkness.

"Okay...?" I ask, not sure what just happened.

"Any idea on what happened just now?" Nagakura asks.

"Your guess is as good as mine," Hijikata answers.

As confused as we all are from what just happened, we all decide to take a little break. I mean, we're usually not this tired. But there's something about this place that makes me feel like it's doing something to us. The question is 'what'?

(3rd) POV:

Meanwhile in a chamber, Hades sits on his throne. And the one speaking to him is none other than Pete.

"Where do they dig these freaks up? Geez, Louise," Hades complains.

"Oh, they're nuttin' but trouble, the whole lot of 'em," Pete says. "So, uh...what're you gonna do about Hercules? He's made mince meat outta every fighter you sent at him. Pretty soon the Underworld's gonna be standing room only. Say, why don't you just pick someone already dead and save him the trouble?"

Hades slams his hands on the armrests of his throne, leaning forward, glaring at Pete in anger and annoyance. If there's one thing Hades hates, it's being told what to do and how to handle things. Pete cowers in fear, while Pain and Panic, Hades' lackeys, duck behind Pete, also afraid of Hades' wrath. After a moment or two, Hades leans back into his throne, calming down.

"Dead...Dead is good! And I know just the warrior," Hades says, putting careful thought into Pete's suggestion.

(Harmony's) POV:

After catching our breath, we head deeper into the Underworld. But it has an eerie feeling to it, especially when we're high above a green substance. Luckily, there are stone bridges to help us cross all the way to the other side. Donald, Goofy and Mieu become scared of this place. To prove it, Donald lets out a scared quack.

"I'm scared too, Donald," says Goofy.

I take a step forward. "Come on out, Hades!" I yell, my voice echoing throughout the caverns.

Receiving no answer, I let out a sigh.

"Maybe he's deeper in," Nagakura suggests.

"Probably," says Asch.