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CrystalPhoenixBlader here, bringing in another chapter to the fanfic! The Floral Field Forest arc has begun! ..To a quiet turnout.. aw well. Well, anyway, if anyone’s played Yoshi’s Island, you’d know who the boss is in place of Bowser now that he’s older. ..Well, knocking any chance of spoilers aside, here’s the familiar disclaimer: I do not own any of the Mario characters or the iDOLMASTER characters; the Mario characters belong to Nintendo and the iDOLMASTER characters belong to Namco Bandai. In addition, the characters “Reiji Arisu” and Xiaomu” belong to Namco Bandai and Monolift Soft. So with that out of the way, let’s bloom into action!
*Opening Theme: “Other Side of Time” (Legend of Heroes ~ Gagharv Trilogy)
**Mario & iDOLMASTER Party**
Chapter 48
The Flowery Trip to Yoshi’s Island!
*Peach’s Castle ~ Main Hall*
*Insert Theme: “Peach’s Castle” (Super Mario 64)*
Mario and Peach, taking the Idols along following the small incident involving Xiaomu’s scorched mouth, walked back inside to meet up with Prof. Gadd and Benjamin. Producer-san and Ritsuko follow, with Kotori in tow.
“Kotori-san, what are you doing here? I thought you were supposed to watch over the place while we’re gone.” Producer-san stared at the green haired attendant, to which she quickly apologized and gave her reason for showing up. “Sumimasen, Producer-san. But with that mean lady Saya on the loose in this world, I began to worry for you all! I’ll explain more when we see the girls”
“Saya??” Producer-san and Ritsuko respond at the same time, to Reiji, who, with the Sage Fox herself looking happily at the statues of Mario placed along the way, took his turn to respond to the producers with his usually stoic demeanor. “She’s part of the reason why we’re here as well. She’s the leader of a criminal organization we oppose called Ouma that deals in causing chaos in the worlds. We managed to thwart their plans in the past before they turned catastrophic.”
“Reiji, if Saya is going alone instead of bringing Dokumezu and Dokugozu along, then that must mean...” Xiaomu scratched her head, thinking of a reason why the seductive werefox would go solo. Her zebra haired partner was quick in his response as he crossed his arms, knowing his arch rival. “She must be planning on recruiting someone who can cause a lot of chaos in this world, if there is one.”
“There IS one who caused us a lot of trouble since we came to the Kingdom...” Ritsuko deadpanned, enough for Reiji and Xiaomu to give shocked expressions at the young producer. “WHAT?!”
*End Theme*
*Peach’s Castle ~ Hallway*
*Insert Theme:
Ritusko then placed into Reiji’s hand the photo of Bowser the Koopa King. Xiaomu peeked over her superior’s shoulder as he looked at the muscular figure of the Koopa King. “Well, he’s got the monstrous look down, to say the least.” The zebra haired man commented.
“From what Mario explained, Bowser had kidnapped Princess Peach countless times in hopes of marrying her, not taking any heed to the consequences. Plus lately, he’s wanted to kidnap the Idols lately in the hope of using them as bridesmaids! The mere thought of that really sickens me!” Producer-san explained, with a sour dislike of the tyrant in general.
“WHAAAAT?!?!” Xiaomu glared at Producer-san, not liking Bowser’s taste one bit. “That’s just completely crazy! I know I have a bridal dress too, but come on! This is so insane that this Bowser chump needs more than a spanking!!”
“Well, Mario-san has been doing this ‘spanking’ on him countless times. Villains like him just don’t know when to quit.” Ritsuko shrugged, to which Reiji nodded quietly in agreement. When the conversation ended, the group came to see Toadsworth run to them.
“Princess, Master Mario!! I see you have the Spicy Soup that Ladies Yukiho and Takane nee... ah, who are the two strangers with you?” The steward started before eying the Shinra duo.
“Oh, don’t-a worry, Toadsworth! These-a two are-a here on business! Besides, they-a brought da Idols’ attendant along!” Mario happily answered the elderly steward, who stared at the duo, but decided to return to the living room.
“What? What happened to Yukiho and Takane?” Kotori asked in worry to the red plumber. Sighing for a moment Mario took the group inside the living room.
*End Theme*
*Peach’s Castle ~ Living Room*
*Insert Theme: “Dyna Blade’s Nest” (Kirby Super Star)*
Yukiho and Takane were still shivering from that hot spring incident last night, with Luigi and Hibiki watching over them in worry. Kotori dropped her jaw and turned to the trio of Mario. “Wha... WHAT HAPPENED TO THEM?!”
Ritsuko then took her turn to explain of Wario and Waluigi’s attempt at pranking the girls at the hot spring using a grounded up Ice Flower. In the meantime Benjamin turned to Reiji with Mario in tow wondering what Ouma is. After a brief explanation of who Saya is from the zebra haired Shinra agent, Benjamin began to think for a moment. "So you're saying this werefox, Saya, is an illegal agent of Pure Chaos in league with demons and a omnidimensional crime organization, Ouma, with a goal of creating disorder and destruction in many dimensions and universes on their orders?"
Reiji closed his eyes for a moment and nodded. “Well... That's one way of looking it.”
Xiaomu then per her two yen in the conversation, recalling certain moments with the werefox. “Both Reiji and I were pretty sure she was dead after Reiji put a bullet to her head, in hopes of avenging his father, Shougo, who was also my past partner, at the end of the Flux Wars. To our shock, before we first entered a place called the Endless Frontier through an unknown Flux, we saw her alive and well! Even she had no idea how she came back as well!”
“Mama mia... to-a think someone like-a her would-a now be in da Mushroom Kingdom.. if she-a met Bowsa... da thought is-a beginning to worry me!” Mario shuddered with concern of the two teaming up, a thought Reiji understood.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “House Theme” (MOTHER (Earthbound Zero))*
Tayce T., who came with the group to deliver the soup, walked over to the two shivering Idols, with Hibiki and Luigi stepping out of the way.
“Here you go, sweet hearts!” The sweet Toad chef smiled before handing the bowls of Spicy Soup to the shivering Idols. Producer-san joined in the conversation with a smile. “Haruka, Yayoi and I gathered the Fire Flowers needed to make your dishes and did our part in helping make them.”
“Please accept them with our love!” Yayoi gave her sunny smile, which reassured the two dear friends.
“A-A-Arigatou...” Yukiho quietly responded, while Takane did the same. “A-Arigatou gozaimasu, m-mina.” The two then slowly gripped the flameproof spoons that came with the dishes and looked at each other before getting ready to eat. “Itadakimasu!”
The two Idols took a light sip of the Spicy Soup. Within moments Yukiho’s face turned a slight reddish orange color as all the leftover ice from her body melted away. “Hwaaaaaaaaaa, spicyyyyy...” The bob haired Idol sighed happily as she was completely reinvigorated by the warmth of the soup, as was the Silver Queen. “Yes, and it's delicious... The spice and warmth heats up my blood to melt the ice...”
Tayce T. was happy to see the Yukiho and Takane cured. “I'm glad you like them, dears!” However, the chef’s smile subsided into a look of embarrassment as she added one thing in mind. “Although... Haruka requested I double the heat in the spiciness for those two...” She turned to see the troublesome duo dunking their heads into the castle moat. Xiaomu laughed at the sight, knowing why they did so. “I guess these two hoodlums are already getting their ‘Just Desserts’!” Reiji closed his eyes for a bit as gave an useen small smirk. “You know, Xiaomu, I would’ve punished you for such a terrible pun, but in a case like this considering what these two tried to do to the Idols, I’d have to agree.”
*End Theme*
*Peach’s Castle ~ Throne Room*
*Insert Theme: “Let’s Try It!” (Yoshi’s Story)*
Minutes after Yukiho and Takane were cured of the colds they ended up with a day before, the group arrived to see Prof. Gadd near the Multi Destination Pipe. Yoshi then seized his chance to tell Iori something he thought he should tell. “Hey, Iori! Guess what? The next event is going to be on Yoshi's Island! My homeland!”
Iori’s eyes sparkled brightly as she looked at the green dinosaur. “*Gasp* Your home?! Really!?!”
Yoshi smiled as he answered. “Yep! AND you'll be lucky to meet my dad, the Village Chief, the famous Chief Yoshi! No lie!”
“*Gasp* Your father is a leader?! He leads your kind?!” Iori’s began to sparkle brightly, enough to want to hug the green dinosaur. “OH, YOSHI, MY FEELINGS AND RESPECT FOR YOU HAVE JUST ROCKETED THROUGH THE TOWER ROOF AND PAST THE MOON!” With that, the rich girl began to rub her cheeks happily towards Yoshi’s own, making him blush. “U U-Uhhh, Iori?”
Xiaomu saw the cuteness emanating between the two and smiled in thought. “Iori x Yoshi? ..It’s a little weird, but I can live with it... as long as it doesn’t get too weird...”
Mario looked at his brother with an eager look on his face. “I'm-a actually eager to meet-a Yoshi's-a papa!” Luigi looked at his older twin brother and smiled. “So am I!” Benjamin stared at the brothers for abit, perplexed on one thing the plumbing duo may have forgotten. "Huh? They don't remember that Yoshi's dad helped them when they were babies? Oh well. They were too young back then... "
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Island Activities” (Mario Party 9)*
Peach then decided to make the announcement. “If everybody will listen... the Dimension Comet Party will next be located precisely at the Floral Field Forest within Yoshi’s Island. As you heard from Yoshi, his father, Chief Yoshi, the leader of all the Yoshis there, has agreed to take part as host for the event. Also, starting from this part, from news of the Koopa Troopa who defected, three friends of his are on their way to join as part of Team Mario.” As if on cue, the three friends of the Koopa, a green shelled Koopa who began to rush over, a Dry Bones who is trying his hardest to keep his head on, and net surfing Magikoopa with a robe of a lighter shade of blue different from Kamek, who gripped a laptop as he rode his broom.
“Whoa, sorry we’re late! Dry Bones here kept dropping his head along the way!” The Koopa cried out while catching his breath, causing his companion to frown. “Well, at least I’m TRYING to keep it on!” The Magikoopa frowned as he opened up his laptop, which apparently got Eri to notice.
“So, you like using the computer, too?” Eri asked the Magikoopa, to which he smiled. “Do I ever! Of course I do! Some pals of my mine love to chat online and few said I look great for a Magikoopa!” The two began to start a chat fest for bit, while Reiji looked at Dry Bones. “So... you’re brought back from the dead or something?”
“You could say that. Usually we Dry Bones are very difficult to get rid of since we regenerate, but I prefer a more civilized life.” The living Koopa skeleton answered in a calm answer.
“Also, for this event, to keep troubles to a minimum, Reiji Arisu and Xiaomu of Shinra will accompany us, if this is okay with you two?” Peach announced as she turned to the two agents. “No complaints here. I think it may be a good idea to look after things while we look for Saya.” Reiji nodded.
Prof. Gadd then adjusted his glasses as he spoke. “Well, if everyone is ready, let’s dive in the pipe.” With that, the ghost researcher dove in the pipe. Xiaomu looked at the multi colored pipe and inspected. “I’m guessing this is that ‘Multi Destination Pipe’? Sure looks colorful and the craftsmanship on it is nice, but otherwise, it looks just an ordinary pipe.” Reiji frowned without comment, but then noticed Ami and Mami showing that all-too-familiar mischievous look on their face as they tiptoed right behind the Sage Fox and smacked her right in the butt, making her jump!
*SLAP!!* *SLAP!!*
“EEEEEYYEEEPPP!!! REEIII..... huh?” Xiaomu squealed holding her rump in pain, but stopped when she saw Reiji staring at the twins with an awkward look on his face while Ami and Mami snicker with a little good bye wave to the fox girl. “Oh you two little.... YIIII!!!!!!!!” With that Xiaomu helplessly plummeted into the pipe. The twins eagerly jump in to follow, enough for Reiji to press his palm on his forehead. “.. I really have my work cut out for me, do I?” With that thought in his mind, he too jumped inside the pipe.
Soon, everyone else began to jump in the pipe. Kotori began to have second thoughts. “Um, Producer-san? Ritsuko? Are you sure it’s okay to jump in there?”
“I’m pretty sure I saw Mario and Luigi cleaning up the pipe last night when I went to wash my face.” Ritsuko assured Kotori, remembering seeing the brothers in their pajamas doing some cleaning to the pipe as she headed to wash her face last night after the incident. Producer-san, seeing how serene things are compared to the last part of the pasrty, smiled as he looked at his fellow producer and attendant. “Shall we jump in?”
With that, everyone dove into the depths of the Multi Destination Pipe once more, with more people in tow this time...
*End Theme*
*Yoshi’s Island ~ Grassy Fields*
*Insert Theme: “Yoshi’s Island” (Yoshi’s Island)*
A flock of Goonies fly by in the tropical atmosphere of Yoshi’s Island; their caws adding to the scenic beauty of the land. As the view gave way to a viewing of a wide grassy clearing, the Multi Destination Pipe appeared from out of the ground, launching out all who dove in from Peach’s Castle.
The Idols came out first, wearing the familiar flowery green, white, and yellow outfits that they wore before the start of the party, and as a bonus, Ai, Eri, Ryou, Yuneko, and Ayane came out somehow wearing their own variations out of nowhere. Kotori popped out of the pipe as well, as well as Producer-san, placed back in his business suit, albeit with a sunflower placed on the front pocket, and Ritsuko, in her own form of the outfit.
Kotori stared at the girls and already began to feel flustered. “Ehhhhhh?! Wha-Wha-What?! Those outfits! You usually wear those onstage, girls! How did you get them on while we were in the pipe?!”
“Yabu yabu! I can answer that, Ms. Otanashii. An added feature is an Insta Clothes function on the Multi Dimesnion Pipe.” Prof. Gadd answered as he popped out of the pipe. After explaining the unique function of using light particles to switch the outfits. Kotori’s head began to stew. “...This is so much to take in...”
“Believe me, Kotori. It was a little hard for me to understand as well. But after the past rounds, I’m actually finding it pretty convenient.” Ritsuko placed her hand on the bewildered attendant’s shoulder.
Team Mario was the next to pop out, having fowery prints on their arrire, as for example, Mario and Luigi having flowery print shirts under the familiar red and green overalls. Yoshi and Birdo were given flower print scarves over their necks. As for Reiji and Xiaomu, as well as Kotori, who popped in earlier, their attire was completely unchanged, simply going in what they have on.
“Wow... that little professor really outdid himself here! Just earlier I saw the girls in civilian attire and now here they are in their stage getups right off the bat! ..But did Mario’s group have to join in like that?” Xiaomu became awed at the girls and confused at the attire given to Team Mario, no which Reiji gave no comment until he noticed two Yoshis, one of a yellow color and the other in a light blue color, walking towards the group as if they knew of the arrival.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Yoshi’s Song” (Yoshi’s Story)*
“Huh-lo there! We were ordered by the Chief to escort you to our happy little village. Please, follow us.” The Yellow Yoshi called out and asked for the group to follow, which they simply did. Takane smiled as she looked at the happy healthy escorts. “These darling things really get around on such a lush paradise gets me tingly inside my body.”
Benjamin then took his turn to explain the location as he levitated a bunch of barrels and crates. “Yoshi's Island is a big mesh of jungles, forests, caves, fields and mountains. its crop is overwhelming with flowers and wide selections of fruits and berries."
“Flowers?” Yukiho’s attention turned to Benjamin, as was Makoto. “And fruits and berries?”
Yoshi responded to Yukiho and Makoto with his eyes glimmering like gems. “Yup! My race is hooked on eating fruit! Just don't offer us a big plate of Hot Peppers, give those to the White and Black Yoshis.
“Noted...” Ritsuko commented, remembering when Yoshi ate a Dash Pepper. However, Ayane had a thought on her mind as she asked one question. “The Dash Pepper is an exception.”
Azusa began to look around as she walked of the various vegetation and different species of Shy Guy, Mildes, Goombas, Koopa Troopas, and a small group of Bandits who were too busy look at their stash of Coins to notice. Seeing how wide the jungle is, the big sister Idol began to feel nervous. “Forests and jungles... I hope I don't get lost on this island.”
“We won't be letting that happen again after last time.” Chhaya assured Azusa, remembering the time at Creepy Steeple when she did get lost, which led to her kidnapping by Bowser. Benjamin backed up the songstress’ comment with a measure of his own. “Don't worry, I'll have a Double ease your worries."
“Arigatou, Benjamin-san.” Producer-san also was reassured of the interdimensional being’s reliability, while Kotori seemed confused as she talked to Ritsuko. “Did she get lost again?” The young producer could only frown as she gave her answer. “Don't think on it any further.”
Donkey Kong was busy hauling barrels marked with his initials on his shoulders with his natural strength as he began to speak to the girls. “Wait 'til you see the jungles on MY home island, girls. Hoohoo!!” Hibiki turned her attention to the necktie wearing ape and asked politely. “Hey, big guy, whatcha' got in those barrels?” The ape smiled at the ponytailed Idol as he cheerfully gave his answer. “Ooh, these barrels hold seeds of fruits and berries that aren't found on Yoshi's Isand... they come from diferrent places like Flower Fields and Isle Delfino. Benjamin, remembering the places he had been to before the party, deadpanned. “"Those aren't the only places..."
Iori thought for a moment as she walked about thinking about Yoshi being a son of the chieftain of the village, then came to a realization as she spoke to the green dinosaur. “Yoshi, if it’s possible, your birthright as the Chief's son could be as equal to my birthright...” Yoshi, looking a little clueless to what the rich girl said turned to her with a question mark over his head, add to the factor that he is not aware of poor and rich classes to begin with. “Um, sorry, what?
“We're here!” The Light Blue Yoshi called out as everyone arrived at the Yoshi’s Village...
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Evil Profusion” (Namco x Capcom)*
Unknown to the group, from atop a tree, Saya, watched as the groups head to the village, particularly focusing on Reiji and Xioamu...
“My, looks like the boy and the fox girl are gonna be busy with the Idols and that team led by that lovable little mustache. I would play with them right now, but I have a little date with a Koopa King to attend to first, so... ciao!” The seductive werefox smiled before she leapt off, her eyes set on the ruins of the castle owned by Bowser in the past...
*End Theme*
That’s the end of another chapter! The group, with Reiji, Xiaomu, and Kotori onboard, have made it to the Yoshi Village, where Chief Yoshi resides, which will mark the beginning of the party! But what of Saya, who left for the ruins of Bowser’s Castle in the island, determined to recruit Bowser in the ranks of Ouma, right under the Shinra agents’ noses! Will she succeed, or will she end up cooked before the negotiations could even begin? Find out next chapter!
Also the story on the relations of Yoshi and Chief Ypshi are both based on the chief in Super Mario Bros. Z and an original idea from a pal on how the chief could be Yoshi’s father, given the ending in Yoshi’s Island DS marking that the Yoshi we know was the last Star Child, awakened very late in the ending. Just bear with me as you read, as it is for enjoyment and not to start an unneeded dispute.
Also, if anyone’s asking who Dokumezu and Dokugozu are, they’re the subordinates under Saya. Dokugozu’s the blue one with the cow head, while Dokumezu’s the red one with the head of a horse. They are mentioned, but will not show up in the story whatsoever, given how Saya is doing her own dirty work. ..Then again, if Dokugozu DID show up and met Takane and Azusa, he’d say they got much to be satisfied, but will not compare to Kaguya... oh geez, I’ve got to stop before it turns... well, you know.

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CrystalPhoenixBlader here, bringing in another chapter to the fanfic! The Floral Field Forest arc has begun! ..To a quiet turnout.. aw well. Well, anyway, if anyone’s played Yoshi’s Island, you’d know who the boss is in place of Bowser now that he’s older. ..Well, knocking any chance of spoilers aside, here’s the familiar disclaimer: I do not own any of the Mario characters or the iDOLMASTER characters; the Mario characters belong to Nintendo and the iDOLMASTER characters belong to Namco Bandai. In addition, the characters “Reiji Arisu” and Xiaomu” belong to Namco Bandai and Monolift Soft. So with that out of the way, let’s bloom into action!
*Opening Theme: “Other Side of Time” (Legend of Heroes ~ Gagharv Trilogy)
**Mario & iDOLMASTER Party**
Chapter 48
The Flowery Trip to Yoshi’s Island!
*Peach’s Castle ~ Main Hall*
*Insert Theme: “Peach’s Castle” (Super Mario 64)*
Mario and Peach, taking the Idols along following the small incident involving Xiaomu’s scorched mouth, walked back inside to meet up with Prof. Gadd and Benjamin. Producer-san and Ritsuko follow, with Kotori in tow.
“Kotori-san, what are you doing here? I thought you were supposed to watch over the place while we’re gone.” Producer-san stared at the green haired attendant, to which she quickly apologized and gave her reason for showing up. “Sumimasen, Producer-san. But with that mean lady Saya on the loose in this world, I began to worry for you all! I’ll explain more when we see the girls”
“Saya??” Producer-san and Ritsuko respond at the same time, to Reiji, who, with the Sage Fox herself looking happily at the statues of Mario placed along the way, took his turn to respond to the producers with his usually stoic demeanor. “She’s part of the reason why we’re here as well. She’s the leader of a criminal organization we oppose called Ouma that deals in causing chaos in the worlds. We managed to thwart their plans in the past before they turned catastrophic.”
“Reiji, if Saya is going alone instead of bringing Dokumezu and Dokugozu along, then that must mean...” Xiaomu scratched her head, thinking of a reason why the seductive werefox would go solo. Her zebra haired partner was quick in his response as he crossed his arms, knowing his arch rival. “She must be planning on recruiting someone who can cause a lot of chaos in this world, if there is one.”
“There IS one who caused us a lot of trouble since we came to the Kingdom...” Ritsuko deadpanned, enough for Reiji and Xiaomu to give shocked expressions at the young producer. “WHAT?!”
*End Theme*
*Peach’s Castle ~ Hallway*
*Insert Theme:
Ritusko then placed into Reiji’s hand the photo of Bowser the Koopa King. Xiaomu peeked over her superior’s shoulder as he looked at the muscular figure of the Koopa King. “Well, he’s got the monstrous look down, to say the least.” The zebra haired man commented.
“From what Mario explained, Bowser had kidnapped Princess Peach countless times in hopes of marrying her, not taking any heed to the consequences. Plus lately, he’s wanted to kidnap the Idols lately in the hope of using them as bridesmaids! The mere thought of that really sickens me!” Producer-san explained, with a sour dislike of the tyrant in general.
“WHAAAAT?!?!” Xiaomu glared at Producer-san, not liking Bowser’s taste one bit. “That’s just completely crazy! I know I have a bridal dress too, but come on! This is so insane that this Bowser chump needs more than a spanking!!”
“Well, Mario-san has been doing this ‘spanking’ on him countless times. Villains like him just don’t know when to quit.” Ritsuko shrugged, to which Reiji nodded quietly in agreement. When the conversation ended, the group came to see Toadsworth run to them.
“Princess, Master Mario!! I see you have the Spicy Soup that Ladies Yukiho and Takane nee... ah, who are the two strangers with you?” The steward started before eying the Shinra duo.
“Oh, don’t-a worry, Toadsworth! These-a two are-a here on business! Besides, they-a brought da Idols’ attendant along!” Mario happily answered the elderly steward, who stared at the duo, but decided to return to the living room.
“What? What happened to Yukiho and Takane?” Kotori asked in worry to the red plumber. Sighing for a moment Mario took the group inside the living room.
*End Theme*
*Peach’s Castle ~ Living Room*
*Insert Theme: “Dyna Blade’s Nest” (Kirby Super Star)*
Yukiho and Takane were still shivering from that hot spring incident last night, with Luigi and Hibiki watching over them in worry. Kotori dropped her jaw and turned to the trio of Mario. “Wha... WHAT HAPPENED TO THEM?!”
Ritsuko then took her turn to explain of Wario and Waluigi’s attempt at pranking the girls at the hot spring using a grounded up Ice Flower. In the meantime Benjamin turned to Reiji with Mario in tow wondering what Ouma is. After a brief explanation of who Saya is from the zebra haired Shinra agent, Benjamin began to think for a moment. "So you're saying this werefox, Saya, is an illegal agent of Pure Chaos in league with demons and a omnidimensional crime organization, Ouma, with a goal of creating disorder and destruction in many dimensions and universes on their orders?"
Reiji closed his eyes for a moment and nodded. “Well... That's one way of looking it.”
Xiaomu then per her two yen in the conversation, recalling certain moments with the werefox. “Both Reiji and I were pretty sure she was dead after Reiji put a bullet to her head, in hopes of avenging his father, Shougo, who was also my past partner, at the end of the Flux Wars. To our shock, before we first entered a place called the Endless Frontier through an unknown Flux, we saw her alive and well! Even she had no idea how she came back as well!”
“Mama mia... to-a think someone like-a her would-a now be in da Mushroom Kingdom.. if she-a met Bowsa... da thought is-a beginning to worry me!” Mario shuddered with concern of the two teaming up, a thought Reiji understood.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “House Theme” (MOTHER (Earthbound Zero))*
Tayce T., who came with the group to deliver the soup, walked over to the two shivering Idols, with Hibiki and Luigi stepping out of the way.
“Here you go, sweet hearts!” The sweet Toad chef smiled before handing the bowls of Spicy Soup to the shivering Idols. Producer-san joined in the conversation with a smile. “Haruka, Yayoi and I gathered the Fire Flowers needed to make your dishes and did our part in helping make them.”
“Please accept them with our love!” Yayoi gave her sunny smile, which reassured the two dear friends.
“A-A-Arigatou...” Yukiho quietly responded, while Takane did the same. “A-Arigatou gozaimasu, m-mina.” The two then slowly gripped the flameproof spoons that came with the dishes and looked at each other before getting ready to eat. “Itadakimasu!”
The two Idols took a light sip of the Spicy Soup. Within moments Yukiho’s face turned a slight reddish orange color as all the leftover ice from her body melted away. “Hwaaaaaaaaaa, spicyyyyy...” The bob haired Idol sighed happily as she was completely reinvigorated by the warmth of the soup, as was the Silver Queen. “Yes, and it's delicious... The spice and warmth heats up my blood to melt the ice...”
Tayce T. was happy to see the Yukiho and Takane cured. “I'm glad you like them, dears!” However, the chef’s smile subsided into a look of embarrassment as she added one thing in mind. “Although... Haruka requested I double the heat in the spiciness for those two...” She turned to see the troublesome duo dunking their heads into the castle moat. Xiaomu laughed at the sight, knowing why they did so. “I guess these two hoodlums are already getting their ‘Just Desserts’!” Reiji closed his eyes for a bit as gave an useen small smirk. “You know, Xiaomu, I would’ve punished you for such a terrible pun, but in a case like this considering what these two tried to do to the Idols, I’d have to agree.”
*End Theme*
*Peach’s Castle ~ Throne Room*
*Insert Theme: “Let’s Try It!” (Yoshi’s Story)*
Minutes after Yukiho and Takane were cured of the colds they ended up with a day before, the group arrived to see Prof. Gadd near the Multi Destination Pipe. Yoshi then seized his chance to tell Iori something he thought he should tell. “Hey, Iori! Guess what? The next event is going to be on Yoshi's Island! My homeland!”
Iori’s eyes sparkled brightly as she looked at the green dinosaur. “*Gasp* Your home?! Really!?!”
Yoshi smiled as he answered. “Yep! AND you'll be lucky to meet my dad, the Village Chief, the famous Chief Yoshi! No lie!”
“*Gasp* Your father is a leader?! He leads your kind?!” Iori’s began to sparkle brightly, enough to want to hug the green dinosaur. “OH, YOSHI, MY FEELINGS AND RESPECT FOR YOU HAVE JUST ROCKETED THROUGH THE TOWER ROOF AND PAST THE MOON!” With that, the rich girl began to rub her cheeks happily towards Yoshi’s own, making him blush. “U U-Uhhh, Iori?”
Xiaomu saw the cuteness emanating between the two and smiled in thought. “Iori x Yoshi? ..It’s a little weird, but I can live with it... as long as it doesn’t get too weird...”
Mario looked at his brother with an eager look on his face. “I'm-a actually eager to meet-a Yoshi's-a papa!” Luigi looked at his older twin brother and smiled. “So am I!” Benjamin stared at the brothers for abit, perplexed on one thing the plumbing duo may have forgotten. "Huh? They don't remember that Yoshi's dad helped them when they were babies? Oh well. They were too young back then... "
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Island Activities” (Mario Party 9)*
Peach then decided to make the announcement. “If everybody will listen... the Dimension Comet Party will next be located precisely at the Floral Field Forest within Yoshi’s Island. As you heard from Yoshi, his father, Chief Yoshi, the leader of all the Yoshis there, has agreed to take part as host for the event. Also, starting from this part, from news of the Koopa Troopa who defected, three friends of his are on their way to join as part of Team Mario.” As if on cue, the three friends of the Koopa, a green shelled Koopa who began to rush over, a Dry Bones who is trying his hardest to keep his head on, and net surfing Magikoopa with a robe of a lighter shade of blue different from Kamek, who gripped a laptop as he rode his broom.
“Whoa, sorry we’re late! Dry Bones here kept dropping his head along the way!” The Koopa cried out while catching his breath, causing his companion to frown. “Well, at least I’m TRYING to keep it on!” The Magikoopa frowned as he opened up his laptop, which apparently got Eri to notice.
“So, you like using the computer, too?” Eri asked the Magikoopa, to which he smiled. “Do I ever! Of course I do! Some pals of my mine love to chat online and few said I look great for a Magikoopa!” The two began to start a chat fest for bit, while Reiji looked at Dry Bones. “So... you’re brought back from the dead or something?”
“You could say that. Usually we Dry Bones are very difficult to get rid of since we regenerate, but I prefer a more civilized life.” The living Koopa skeleton answered in a calm answer.
“Also, for this event, to keep troubles to a minimum, Reiji Arisu and Xiaomu of Shinra will accompany us, if this is okay with you two?” Peach announced as she turned to the two agents. “No complaints here. I think it may be a good idea to look after things while we look for Saya.” Reiji nodded.
Prof. Gadd then adjusted his glasses as he spoke. “Well, if everyone is ready, let’s dive in the pipe.” With that, the ghost researcher dove in the pipe. Xiaomu looked at the multi colored pipe and inspected. “I’m guessing this is that ‘Multi Destination Pipe’? Sure looks colorful and the craftsmanship on it is nice, but otherwise, it looks just an ordinary pipe.” Reiji frowned without comment, but then noticed Ami and Mami showing that all-too-familiar mischievous look on their face as they tiptoed right behind the Sage Fox and smacked her right in the butt, making her jump!
*SLAP!!* *SLAP!!*
“EEEEEYYEEEPPP!!! REEIII..... huh?” Xiaomu squealed holding her rump in pain, but stopped when she saw Reiji staring at the twins with an awkward look on his face while Ami and Mami snicker with a little good bye wave to the fox girl. “Oh you two little.... YIIII!!!!!!!!” With that Xiaomu helplessly plummeted into the pipe. The twins eagerly jump in to follow, enough for Reiji to press his palm on his forehead. “.. I really have my work cut out for me, do I?” With that thought in his mind, he too jumped inside the pipe.
Soon, everyone else began to jump in the pipe. Kotori began to have second thoughts. “Um, Producer-san? Ritsuko? Are you sure it’s okay to jump in there?”
“I’m pretty sure I saw Mario and Luigi cleaning up the pipe last night when I went to wash my face.” Ritsuko assured Kotori, remembering seeing the brothers in their pajamas doing some cleaning to the pipe as she headed to wash her face last night after the incident. Producer-san, seeing how serene things are compared to the last part of the pasrty, smiled as he looked at his fellow producer and attendant. “Shall we jump in?”
With that, everyone dove into the depths of the Multi Destination Pipe once more, with more people in tow this time...
*End Theme*
*Yoshi’s Island ~ Grassy Fields*
*Insert Theme: “Yoshi’s Island” (Yoshi’s Island)*
A flock of Goonies fly by in the tropical atmosphere of Yoshi’s Island; their caws adding to the scenic beauty of the land. As the view gave way to a viewing of a wide grassy clearing, the Multi Destination Pipe appeared from out of the ground, launching out all who dove in from Peach’s Castle.
The Idols came out first, wearing the familiar flowery green, white, and yellow outfits that they wore before the start of the party, and as a bonus, Ai, Eri, Ryou, Yuneko, and Ayane came out somehow wearing their own variations out of nowhere. Kotori popped out of the pipe as well, as well as Producer-san, placed back in his business suit, albeit with a sunflower placed on the front pocket, and Ritsuko, in her own form of the outfit.
Kotori stared at the girls and already began to feel flustered. “Ehhhhhh?! Wha-Wha-What?! Those outfits! You usually wear those onstage, girls! How did you get them on while we were in the pipe?!”
“Yabu yabu! I can answer that, Ms. Otanashii. An added feature is an Insta Clothes function on the Multi Dimesnion Pipe.” Prof. Gadd answered as he popped out of the pipe. After explaining the unique function of using light particles to switch the outfits. Kotori’s head began to stew. “...This is so much to take in...”
“Believe me, Kotori. It was a little hard for me to understand as well. But after the past rounds, I’m actually finding it pretty convenient.” Ritsuko placed her hand on the bewildered attendant’s shoulder.
Team Mario was the next to pop out, having fowery prints on their arrire, as for example, Mario and Luigi having flowery print shirts under the familiar red and green overalls. Yoshi and Birdo were given flower print scarves over their necks. As for Reiji and Xiaomu, as well as Kotori, who popped in earlier, their attire was completely unchanged, simply going in what they have on.
“Wow... that little professor really outdid himself here! Just earlier I saw the girls in civilian attire and now here they are in their stage getups right off the bat! ..But did Mario’s group have to join in like that?” Xiaomu became awed at the girls and confused at the attire given to Team Mario, no which Reiji gave no comment until he noticed two Yoshis, one of a yellow color and the other in a light blue color, walking towards the group as if they knew of the arrival.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Yoshi’s Song” (Yoshi’s Story)*
“Huh-lo there! We were ordered by the Chief to escort you to our happy little village. Please, follow us.” The Yellow Yoshi called out and asked for the group to follow, which they simply did. Takane smiled as she looked at the happy healthy escorts. “These darling things really get around on such a lush paradise gets me tingly inside my body.”
Benjamin then took his turn to explain the location as he levitated a bunch of barrels and crates. “Yoshi's Island is a big mesh of jungles, forests, caves, fields and mountains. its crop is overwhelming with flowers and wide selections of fruits and berries."
“Flowers?” Yukiho’s attention turned to Benjamin, as was Makoto. “And fruits and berries?”
Yoshi responded to Yukiho and Makoto with his eyes glimmering like gems. “Yup! My race is hooked on eating fruit! Just don't offer us a big plate of Hot Peppers, give those to the White and Black Yoshis.
“Noted...” Ritsuko commented, remembering when Yoshi ate a Dash Pepper. However, Ayane had a thought on her mind as she asked one question. “The Dash Pepper is an exception.”
Azusa began to look around as she walked of the various vegetation and different species of Shy Guy, Mildes, Goombas, Koopa Troopas, and a small group of Bandits who were too busy look at their stash of Coins to notice. Seeing how wide the jungle is, the big sister Idol began to feel nervous. “Forests and jungles... I hope I don't get lost on this island.”
“We won't be letting that happen again after last time.” Chhaya assured Azusa, remembering the time at Creepy Steeple when she did get lost, which led to her kidnapping by Bowser. Benjamin backed up the songstress’ comment with a measure of his own. “Don't worry, I'll have a Double ease your worries."
“Arigatou, Benjamin-san.” Producer-san also was reassured of the interdimensional being’s reliability, while Kotori seemed confused as she talked to Ritsuko. “Did she get lost again?” The young producer could only frown as she gave her answer. “Don't think on it any further.”
Donkey Kong was busy hauling barrels marked with his initials on his shoulders with his natural strength as he began to speak to the girls. “Wait 'til you see the jungles on MY home island, girls. Hoohoo!!” Hibiki turned her attention to the necktie wearing ape and asked politely. “Hey, big guy, whatcha' got in those barrels?” The ape smiled at the ponytailed Idol as he cheerfully gave his answer. “Ooh, these barrels hold seeds of fruits and berries that aren't found on Yoshi's Isand... they come from diferrent places like Flower Fields and Isle Delfino. Benjamin, remembering the places he had been to before the party, deadpanned. “"Those aren't the only places..."
Iori thought for a moment as she walked about thinking about Yoshi being a son of the chieftain of the village, then came to a realization as she spoke to the green dinosaur. “Yoshi, if it’s possible, your birthright as the Chief's son could be as equal to my birthright...” Yoshi, looking a little clueless to what the rich girl said turned to her with a question mark over his head, add to the factor that he is not aware of poor and rich classes to begin with. “Um, sorry, what?
“We're here!” The Light Blue Yoshi called out as everyone arrived at the Yoshi’s Village...
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Evil Profusion” (Namco x Capcom)*
Unknown to the group, from atop a tree, Saya, watched as the groups head to the village, particularly focusing on Reiji and Xioamu...
“My, looks like the boy and the fox girl are gonna be busy with the Idols and that team led by that lovable little mustache. I would play with them right now, but I have a little date with a Koopa King to attend to first, so... ciao!” The seductive werefox smiled before she leapt off, her eyes set on the ruins of the castle owned by Bowser in the past...
*End Theme*
That’s the end of another chapter! The group, with Reiji, Xiaomu, and Kotori onboard, have made it to the Yoshi Village, where Chief Yoshi resides, which will mark the beginning of the party! But what of Saya, who left for the ruins of Bowser’s Castle in the island, determined to recruit Bowser in the ranks of Ouma, right under the Shinra agents’ noses! Will she succeed, or will she end up cooked before the negotiations could even begin? Find out next chapter!
Also the story on the relations of Yoshi and Chief Ypshi are both based on the chief in Super Mario Bros. Z and an original idea from a pal on how the chief could be Yoshi’s father, given the ending in Yoshi’s Island DS marking that the Yoshi we know was the last Star Child, awakened very late in the ending. Just bear with me as you read, as it is for enjoyment and not to start an unneeded dispute.
Also, if anyone’s asking who Dokumezu and Dokugozu are, they’re the subordinates under Saya. Dokugozu’s the blue one with the cow head, while Dokumezu’s the red one with the head of a horse. They are mentioned, but will not show up in the story whatsoever, given how Saya is doing her own dirty work. ..Then again, if Dokugozu DID show up and met Takane and Azusa, he’d say they got much to be satisfied, but will not compare to Kaguya... oh geez, I’ve got to stop before it turns... well, you know.