Axel never planned on being a member of Organization XIII. How did he end up there? Mariko knows her home isn't really hers. Where does she belong? Two people fight against all odds and forces to be reunited with each other, no matter what the cost. Mainly covers KH2, flowing into 3D later on. Also includes some 358/2 Days, CoM & BBS. Rating may change in chapters. Changing PoV.

Ultimecia was defeated. Tranquility returned to the world. One year after the sorceress' downfall, Squall and his group have a lot to be thankful for. Good cannot exist without evil, though, and when a new threat arises, the SeeDs will need the help a fabled group, the Phoenix Knights, to destroy it. But can modern society protect a god whose power everyone wants?