..."HELLO FRIEND!, DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND STAY AWAY FROM THE LIGHT!!!"...

"These were the words written on a piece of paper in the bathroom. Why would somebody leave that in there. Without thinking, I threw it out. Could it have been a warning? No, It's too random or is it?. The worse part of it was, it was written in someone's blood."

"What are you talking about"

"Oh, I mean, nothing, it's nothing"

"Well, if your done talking to yourself, can we go now"

"Yeah, let's go"

^^^ ~The two friends left the bathroom, the one friend with the paper, did a smart thing, he took the paper, still unsure if it was real or should be taken seriously. ~^^^

"Hey Ron, can we get something to eat now?"

"Alright, let's go the the burger store, you like burgers right?"

"Oh yeah, burgers are always the best to eat"

"Alright, it's right there, let's go in"

... ~ Ron and his friend go into the "Burger Shop"; that was the name of the burger store ~...

" Ok Joe, get whatever you want, just don't overdo it. I haven't got much money" Ron said

" No Problem" Joe said, as he walks up to the cashier

^^^ ~ Ron decided to sit down at the table and wait ~^^^

"HEY RON! YOU WANT ANYTHING!"

... ~ Ron shakes his head to let Joe know, he didn't want anything. After a few minutes Joe arrives at the table. ~...

'So, what did you get" Ron asked

"Oh, nothing much, just a cheeseburger and large French Fries. No soda" Joe replied

"Ok, enjoy it." Ron said

"So, you got my change, you don't think I'd forget, would you." Ron added

"Your as sharp as ever Ron, you know that" Joe said, as he slides Ron his change

... ~ Ron laugh a little bit ~ ...

"I was messing with you, you can have it." Ron said, as he slide the change back to Joe

"Thanks for the money"

"Alright big guy. Time for us to go home. See you tomorrow" Ron said

"Aw Man. I was hoping to stay a little longer. Alright if you say so." Joe replied

~ ***Joe and Ron both left the Burger Shop to head home***. ~

"Alright see you" Ron said to Joe

"No Problem, See you later Ron" Joe said

... ~ They both go home ~...

"*HELLO FRIEND*!!! "

"Huh, who is there?"

"NO LIGHT REMEMBER"

"Joe is that you. Did you follow me home. I mean, that's a little weird but..."

... ~ Ron saw something in the corner that was staring him back in the eye. It seemed worried ~...

"WHOA!!!!, WHAT THE HELL IS THAT!!!!"

^^^ ~ Ron quickly went to turn on the light. Soon as he did, the figure vanished. ~^^^

"Ok, what was that, I know I didn't imagine that." Ron said in a scared voice

... ~ Ron decided to check the house to see if anyone was playing a prank on him. ~...

... - A FEW MINUTES LATER -...

"OK, whatever. It was probably nothing. I'm tired, I should get some sleep." Ron said, as he yawned

... ~ As Ron got ready to go to sleep, Ron turned off the lights, when he got into bed, he felt a hand touch him. ...

... Ron quickly jumps out of bed and crawled to the lights to turn it on ~...

"SHIT!!!!, WHAT THE **** WAS THAT!!! "

"*DON'T WORRY FRIEND, I'M HERE TO HELP YOU*!"

"WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU!!!" RON SCREAMED

"I'M YOUR FRIEND. NO LIGHT REMEMBER."

"Ok look, First off, I'm not your friend, secondly, I don't know who or what you are. So please, leave me alone." Ron begged

... ~ The figure stared at Ron for a while. Moments later, it vanishes. ~...

"Ok, let me get some sleep. I don't know what that was, but maybe I'll forget about it in the morning." Ron said, as he goes to sleep

... ~ He decided to keep the lights on ~...

... - A few hours later -...

"RON!!, RON!!!, WAKE UP RON."

... ~ The moment Ron opened his eyes, he was greeted by what was deemed as light, but it's outline was that of a person. ...

...~...

"WHAT THE HELL!!!! " RON SCREAMED

"Be not alarmed. We are not your enemy. We are here to protect you."

"Ok, this has got to be a dream. I'll wake up soon." Ron said hopefully

... ~ Ron waited a few minutes, when he saw he wasn't waking up or his surroundings changing, he tried slapping himself awake, but nothing happened. ~...

"Ok now I'm freaked out" Ron said

"Be not alarmed. We are not your enemy. We are here to protect you."

"Yeah I know, you said that already, where am I anyway?" Ron said

"Good Question, but how about we tell you who we are, maybe then, you will be at ease."

"Yeah, sure, why not" Ron said

"We are Night Fighters from an alternate Universe. We stay close to other lifeforms from the nearest Universe in order to protect them from what we call, Light Beasts."

"Huh, Night Fighters? Light Beasts?" Ron said confusingly

"Yes. We understand your confusion. Night Fighters are a group of light sourced entities that fight away the evil and corrupt nature of what we call Light Beasts; Light Beasts don't like light, they will travel to other universes to try and corrupt those that are willing to listen. Be not deceived young friend, if you must

know, you met a Light Beast, before we showed."

"Ok, so...wait, that thing I saw was evil?!" Ron asked

"More corrupt than evil, but yes, they don't like anything good."

"Ok, so, where are we?" Ron asked

"Right, like I said before, we are from an alternate universe."

"Ok, let me get this straight, your saying that right now, I'm in a different universe." Ron said

"That is correct. You are in a different reality"

"Wow. ok, does this "Reality " have a name" Ron said

"Um, yes, it is known as "Shadow World "

~ **After a moment of laughter, Ron got more agitated**. ~

"Shadow World, ok, so how do I get out" Ron said

"Hmm, well, we don't know exactly. We just travel and observe. We don't interact with other lifeforms unless it is very important."

"NO NO NO NO, ARE YOU SAYING I'M STUCK HERE!!!"

"Easy now, I know you don't want to hear it, but yes, you are currently stuck here, but like we said, We will keep you safe"

"Great, just great" Ron said

~ ***After a few minutes, Ron had no choice but to seek guidance from the Strange group known as Night Fighters***. ~

"Don't worry, there may be a way out for you. It won't be easy to find but, if you got here, then, there must be a way out. Follow our command and we will ensure your safety"

"Fine, lead the way." Ron said

...- AFTER MYSTERIOUSLY WAKING UP IN AN ALTERNATE UNIVERSE, RON HAS NOW ENCOUNTERED A STRANGE GROUP CLAIMING TO KNOW HOW TO GET HIM BACK HOME. WILL RON TRUST THEM? OR WILL HE TRY TO FIND HIS OWN WAY OUT?. -...

"Ok, so if you guys know where to go, to get me back home, I'm waiting. Let's go" Ron demanded

"Patience Young friend. We must carefully plan out what we do next, just in case the light Beasts attack."

"Ok, but I'm not like you guys, I'm vulnerable." Ron said

"Hmm. That is true, but not to worry, we have everything under control. Perhaps, we could go to the next location."

" Ok, and Where is that?" Ron asked

"Well, to put it clear, when we say next location, we are talking about traveling to other universes. We must be careful, like I said before, light Beasts are very keen. They make good hunters."

"So, if I met one like you said why didn't it attack me?." Ron asked

"Perhaps, it didn't attack because, it was most likely watching you. It wanted to see how you would react to seeing it."

... ~ After some time talking in private, the Night Fighters had an idea of getting Ron back home. ~...

"Listen Friend, we came up with a plan. The problem is, we don't know if it would work, if you want, we could try it."

"What's the plan" Ron said

"Well, we can focus our energy as a whole, after that, we could transfer that energy to you, that should be enough, to send you to a different universe, the problem is, we have no control of where you go. If you could imagine, it's very risky."

"I mean, what other option do I have, let's try it" Ron said

"If that's your final answer, then, we have to focus all our energy, then transfer that same energy to you. BE WARNED!, The energy might be too hot or may be too much for your body and mind to handle. If you still want to go through with it, even after knowing there's a chance of death, we will continue."

"Just do it, it's better to die trying to get me home then to die in a mysterious place." Ron replied

... ~ As the Night Fighters began to focus the surrounding energy fields, a disturbance was detected. ~...

"Hmm. Something doesn't seem right here. There seem to be a disturbance"

"What are you talking about?" Ron said

"Well, someone or something is trying to stealing what energy we are trying to gather and focus to transfer over to you."

"Is that bad news?" Ron said

"It's possible, but let's continue anyway"

... ~ As the Group continued, they felt it again. ~...

"What's wrong now?" Ron said

"This disturbance, it's not making the

transference easy. To put it lightly, the interference is stopping the energy flow. If we continue with it, an explosion of unstable energy will corrupt our minds and paralyze our bodies. It's unfortunate, but, we have to stop the energy process until this disturbing energy field is dealt with"

"I understand there's a problem here, but I have to get back to my world, my universe, my reality, isn't there another way you can help me." Ron said

"We are deeply sorry. We must investigate the disturbance. Be patient and we will continue."

"Fine. Just hurry, please."Ron said, as he sighs

~ ***After receiving upsetting news, Ron decided to wait***. ~

"I guess I have no choice but to wait" Ron said softly

"I wonder what Joe is doing now. Hopefully he doesn't realize I'm not there. Nah, he's fine"

... ~ After some more time had passed, there still wasn't any update on the disturbing energy field. Ron slowly grew more annoyed. ~...

"Ok, can we please continue with the energy process. I don't mind if anything happens." Ron said

"We have some news for you young friend, if your still willing to listen"

... - Ron sighs -...

"Ok, I'm listening" Ron said

"Good, as for the energy transference process, we CAN continue, But, we still don't know who caused the disturbance. Now, it's just a theory, but, we think, it may be the works of a Light Beast"

"I don't care anymore, just do something, PLEASE!." Ron said aggressively

"We understand your frustration young friend, we don't recommend this way but, we may need some of your DNA."

"DNA? like blood, spit?"

"Yes, either will do, both might provide greater results during the energy transference process. Your choice. This way though, we would advise both types of DNA from your species."

"Ok, where do I put my DNA."

"One moment please"

... ~ After some moving around, the leader of the Night Fighters approached Ron again with an old rusty container with the markings of a body and blood next to it. On one side, it had the name, "TWOSOME BEASTS", and on another it had the words, "CAUTION!, UNDER PRESSURE!!!" ~...

"Ok young friend, your DNA goes in here."

... - Ron sighs again -...

"Ok, here we go" Ron said

... ~ As Ron got the blade to cut his wrist alittle to put the blood in the container, as he turned his back, The leader of the Night Fighters, pushed a button he was holding. ~...

- *Ron picks up the blade, he began to cut across his wrist a little to put some blood in*. -

"Aaah..., ok, is that enough. wait should I spit too?" Ron asked

"Your choice Young Friend"

"Might as well" Ron said

... - Ron spat a good amount in the container -...

"Ok, that's nasty, but there." Ron said

"Good, very good"

... ~ After a few seconds, the whole group of Night Fighters reassembled, They began to do the Energy Transference Process again. ~...

- A few more seconds went by, as the container began to heat up, the group placed some liquids into the container as it began to smoke,

× ERROR ERROR ERROR ERROR ERROR ERROR ERROR ERROR ERROR CODE ¤▪︎¤¤▪︎▪︎¤▪︎▪︎¤¤¤▪︎¤•°•°¤▪︎`BEASTS DETECTED!!!!×

"SHIT!!! WHAT THE **** IS GOING ON! "

"GET DOWN YOUNG FRIEND, SOMETHING...WENNT....WRR....OOOOOOGGGG....

... ~ Quick flashes of blinding light flashed throughout the area, the container blew up, the next thing Ron knew, he was in a white room, as he began to look around, he saw a familiar face. ~...

"WHAT THE **** MAN!!!, YOU...I REMEMBER YOU, WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED!!!!"

"In here, I YOUR ONLY FRIEND"

"WHAT THE **** DOES THAT MEAN, I WANT OUT OF WHATEVER THIS IS, OK, LET ME GO NOW!!!"

"In here, I YOUR ONLY FRIEND"

... - Ron ran at the figure -...

- *IT Vanishes* -

"What the hell"

- Ron looks around, he finds "*IT* " a couple seconds later -

- *Ron sighs* -

"In here, I YOUR ONLY FRIEND"

The figure said as it SMILES...

... * After the reappearance of a familiar face, Ron has to decide either to, trust this mysterious being or Take another volatile approach. *...

"WHO THE HELL ARE YOU! "

I Your Friend

... - Ron Sighs -...

"That's not what I want to hear." Ron said

~ After a few seconds of stare downs, IT finally spoke... ~

... - After emitting a strange sound, it said.... -...

"Please forgive me, I had to step in when I did. The group that was with you are highly skilled in the art of lying. They are good at it because they stay in a group. They carefully plan as a team to ensure they are successful."

- ***Surprised and confused, Ron decided to stay calm***. -

"Ok, so you can talk." Ron said

"Yes sorry, but as a cosmic traveler, I have to adapt to the environment and try to not say or do too much, to stay aware and safe, I change my speech and how i respond. In simpler words, I act stupid."

"Ok, so what your saying is all that "In here, I YOUR ONLY FRIEND" thing was you acting stupid?" Ron asked

"Well, yes and no. For starters, I say that to let you know I'm not a threat to you, but at the same time, letting you know I don't trust you just yet."

"Right. Not to be mean or anything but why are you smiling?" Ron asked

After a moment of hesitation and silence, HE answered.....

"Well, it's my normal face, I know it's a little different from your species but it's not a facial expression, it's like that all the time. Think of it as the opposite of your face. So, when you smile, I don't. My smiling face is like your current face and your smiling face is my natural face."

"Ok, that's a little weird but I forget your not like me." Ron replied

"I knew your energy was good. Your at times, understanding.That's why they chose you."

"Really?, anyway, what's your name?"

"Name?, Hmm. I don't have one, but I'm known in other universes as "Mr. Smiles."

"I see that" Ron said

- ***A few seconds later, a loud gust of wind blew across the room***. -

"Ok, so what's going on here, With me, you and those other guys"

Yes, Well, if they haven't told you, they are traveling around universes. They may have told you who they were and who I might be. What they didn't tell you was, they are very skilled fighters, hand to hand fighting if you will. They are very deceitful. Because of their unpredictable nature, I try to stay close while staying unnoticed and at a distance."

"Fighters, huh." Ron said

"You have to understand the situation now. I acted when I did because they were striking you. They were very close to corrupting your mind and soul."

... - A look of confusion overcame Ron -...

"What are you talking about" Ron said confusingly

- Mr. Smiles sighs -

"Ok, the container that they placed in front of you, that required your DNA, it was really a highly advanced soul stealing machine. They trick you but not taking care of it, leaving it rusty, but the gears and technology inside it, is very clean and new. They keep it updated. They your need DNA to access your genetic history, therefore, your soul and mind is theirs. Your spit was just a cover up, they only required your blood. In other words, they trick you into helping them steal your mind and soul. They aren't skilled Fighters for nothing"

"SHIT!, I was about to die."

"Indeed. That's why they see what i do as a major threat. Not everything they told you was a lie, they only switched it around a little, they are the ones that don't like anything good not me"

"I see, so why do they call you a Light Beast?." Ron asked

"Light Beast, they still call me that. Well, that name has a lot to do with the room we're in now, but I do have a more, "Beastly" side."

"Ok, so, do the Night Fighters have a Beastly side as well?" Ron asked

"Not really, that's why they stay in a group, they try to stay ahead of their prey."

... ~ Ron had a concerned look on his face ~...

"I gave them my DNA, what can they do with it?" Ron asked

"Not to worry, that container was my first priority, it blew up right before I transferred you here."

... - Ron sighs -...

"That's good to know. So, the question remains, how will I get back to my reality?" Ron asked

"As of now, that's probably not a good idea, with the presence of the Night Fighters, they will surely take a more aggressive approach the next time we meet, so for now, I will be protecting you."

"I heard that before" Ron said

... ~ Trying to keep the trust of Ron, Mr. Smiles took a moment to respond. ~...

"I'm sure you have, but don't worry, I want your return to your universe, your reality, as well. First, we must deal with the threats of the Night Fighters, then we could work on getting you back. But you see, the Night Fighters aren't our only problem"

"Ok...wait.. what do you mean"

"There are other threats out there. This universe is crawling with evils your probably not ready for, let alone ready to see. That's why you need protection. In other words, your not going home just yet, it won't be so easy."

... - As Ron slowly became more hopeless, Mr. Smiles tried to reassure him it will be possible for his safe return. -...

"All hope is not lost"

"Yeah, but don't I need a weapon of some kind?." Ron asked

... ~ Before Mr. Smiles could respond, a giant explosion overcame the sky of the room, and another explosion appeared more closely to Ron and Mr. Smiles.... ~...

"SHIT!.... NOT AGAIN!!!....."

... - Mr. Smiles emitted a high pitch screech, as he moved closer to Ron to try to protect him. -...

"GET DOWN FRIEND!!!!, AND REMEMBER, In here, I YOUR ONLY FRIEND!, STAY AWAY FROM THE LIGHT!!!!...."

"WHAT'S GOING ON HERE! " Ron Screamed

"THIS ROOM IS BEING ATTACKED BY THE NIGHT FIGHTERS!, NOT TO WORRY, YOUR SAFETY IS MY TOP PRIORITY. STAY CLOSE AND OUT OF THE FIGHT. IT'S ABOUT TIME I FINISH THIS RECKLESS PROBLEM!!! "

... - Mr. Smiles' smile faded. -...

~ *Not having a way to defend himself, Ron had no other option but to listen to this otherworldly entity known as Mr. Smiles, as he try to keep him safe from the evil group known as Night Fighters. Will Ron witness Mr. Smiles*, "***Beastly***" *Side?.. Only time will tell*. ~