Chrome got separated with the others the moment she entered the portal. The portal attracted everyone who came near it as if it was sucking all of them one by one. The Multiverse, where battles were fought, where comrades were tricked, betrayed and died, where everyone had the time to know each of their strengths in pressured time, and where everyone struggled for survival as if every waking day of their life the moment they stepped on the Yuki-onna’s domain were their last, all these and more, are slowly fading away, for good.
Turning away from the dreadful experiences that she had, she found herself in mid-air and was continuing to move forward. Ahead of her was a glaring white light. Chrome closed her eyes as she passed through the area. Past it, she saw an image of herself, younger, and weaker. This was the time after the car accident she and her parents had several years ago.
“We’re sorry ma’am, sir.” The doctor said. “Several of her internal organs were affected due to the strong impact of the accident. Her right eye was completely damaged because of a broken glass that entered her eye. Unless we find organ donors, Nagi won’t be able to last long.”
“Oh Honey, our poor Nagi..” said the crying woman, Chrome’s mother, as she hugged her husband tightly. “We have to make a decision dear. And,” the man was trying not to pour out his tears. “we don’t have the financial capability to continue Nagi’s life. Maybe its better this way.” said Chrome’s father. “You’re right. We can’t do anything for her now. Let’s just leave her here. I can’t bear to see her in that condition. We know that the hospital will take care of her.”suggested the mother. The two parents, who were also injured, had a last look on their daughter and left, not ever planning to come back.
Chrome got overwhelmingly sad when this event was again, made to be recalled by her.
“Nagi..” a voice keeps calling her over and over again. It was Rokudo Mukuro and this became the start of her life as Chrome Dokuro.
“Mukuro-sama… Mukuro-sama!!” Chrome called out even though she knew that what she was seeing was an illusion, she would take any chance in the hope of encountering the one who created internal organs out of illusions, the one who saved her life. “Thank you. Thank you very much. I really owe you my life.”Chrome cried as she remembered the good things done to her by Mukuro.
The, the illusion disappeared. This time, another image was projected.
The moment Chrome saw this, her tears fell. Several faces appeared in front of her. Mukuro, Ken, Chikusa, Kyoko, Haru, I-pin, Lambo, Bianchi, Hibari, Yamamoto, Gokudera and many others who are at Namimori, those who are dear to her. The last one was to appear was her boss, Tsunayoshi Sawada.
Tsuna held out his hand, smiled and said “Chrome, welcome back..”
“Minna..” she wiped her tears. “I’m coming home”.
Several images surrounded Chrome, her trainings and battles when she traveled ten years in the future with the Vongola family, Battles she have won and battles she have lost. She realized that these challenges are what made her strong and survive in the Yuki-onna’s place.
The white light again appeared, too bright to see what’s in front of her. The well-lit atmosphere gradually shifted to a level that the naked eye can see something. Chrome looked forward as she continued to move through the portal.
At a distance, she saw a hole, getting bigger and bigger as she goes nearer. “I think that the end of the portal is near… I hope nothing changed when I get back”she said with excitement.
Chrome lost her consciousness the moment she left the portal. The moment she woke up, she was in an abandoned building, too much familiar to her, she sat on the only furniture that was there, and she felt at ease. She was at the Kokuyo gang base.
“Chrome..” a familiar voice called her. Chrome stood up. Standing in front of her was the one who saved her life, the one whom she vowed to serve, Rokudo Mukuro.
“Mukuro-sama..” Chrome again cried.
“My Chrome, where have you been?” asked Mukuro. Chrome wasn’t able to give a reply. Mukuro stepped in closer and hugged Chrome. “Life has been tough on you lately hasn’t it?” she nodded her head. “But its fine now. I’m glad you’re back, Nagi.”
“Arigatou Mukuro-sama… Things haven’t been well lately. It all started when I followed this path in the forest. At the end of the path, I saw a house with lots of people in it. There were lots of food too and since I haven’t eaten anything for days, I tried to sneak in and get some food. Unfortunately, someone saw me and thought that I was one of the people who were invited or gathered at that area. One by one, I got to meet many people, many whom I have thought were illusions because they were so different. Some looked like the people from the past, and some looked completely different. There were even boys who I thought at first were girls and one even looked like a really big mouse. ” Mukuro laughed.
“I got involved more with these people for me to know what I am really looking for in my life. Events started to make a turn when Yuki-onna appeared. A powerful being trapped in that place and was planning to kill us or not let us go. She summoned many monsters and even possessed some of the people there. Some died and some fought well. Before I came here, the Yuki-onna was defeated by someone stronger than her. Luckily, Father Abel, the one from before, saved us from the cursed place. We all got separated and went through portals and that brought me back here” Chrome summarized.
“I’m glad to hear all about it. You’ve become strong Chrome, and one day, you’ll stop calling me. You’ll start to call for your own strength. And I appreciate what you are doing. You may not call me, but whenever you’re in a pinch, I’ll be there. I’ll always watch out for you Chrome.” Mukuro smiled as he said his last words, and disappeared in the mist. “Someone’s waiting for you…”
As the mist disappeared, Chrome heard footsteps coming closer and closer. She hid behind the couch, thinking that the one approaching was an enemy. The one that entered the door were two men wearing green uniforms similar to her, followed by two girls.
“Ken. Chikusa. Haru. Kyoko.” The four got shocked as they heard Chrome’s voice. Kyoko and Haru immediately ran closer to Chrome and each of them grabbed Chrome’s hand. The two smiled and didn’t ask any questions.
“You’re in a mess Chrome-chan” Kyoko said as she combed Chrome’s hair, smiling.
“We made these for you. We know that you’ll be hungry the time you return here.” Haru said happily.
“Sheesh. Next time, at least tell us where you’re going.” Ken said.
“Just be quiet Ken” Chikusa said.
“Thank you everyone” Chrome bowed as a sign of a whole hearted thank you to them.
“Come on! Everyone’s waiting for you..” Kyoko and Haru held on to Chrome’s hand and led her outside the building. “You two can come along if you like” Kyoko said to Ken and Chikusa.
“But.. Where are we going?” Chrome asked the two.
“Where else would we be going?” said Haru. “We’re going to Sawada’s house” said Kyoko.
When the five of them arrived at the Sawada’s residence, everything seemed quiet. They walked slowly towards the door.
“Chrome-chan, you open it” Haru said in a serious tone. As Chrome opened the door, party confetti flew in the air. The atmosphere was noisy again and a huge WELCOME BACK banner was hung on the wall. Everyone was happy. "Welcome Home Chrome!" They all approached Chrome and gave her a warm welcome.
“Minna…
I’m home” she said to everyone.
With that said, everyone enjoyed the welcome party. They had games hosted by Reborn. Everyone had fun. The family Chrome left was the same family as before and indeed, she and everyone were glad that they were all home.
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