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Episode 1: Living My Dream! I Am Cure Reverie!

“Oh dear, are you okay?”

In an aisle full of colorful books, Yumeno Eiko found a child. She was a skinny young thing; With well-worn sandals and a rosy dress that swamped her tiny frame. Her cheeks were wet with tears, as if she had been crying for some time.

The girl was startled at Eiko’s voice. She looked up from the floor and met the kind woman’s ruby eyes, momentarily mesmerized.

“Your eyes are pretty.” She whispered through tiny sobs.

Eiko chuckled at that. She supposed her eyes were unique, though this little one surely had more important things to worry about than a pair of irises. Lowering herself as gracefully as she could, Eiko met the child at eye level.

Her soft words came out slowly. “I could say the same of your dress, darling. Tell me, what’s a sweet thing like you doing here by yourself?”

That seemed to have been the wrong thing to say, as the girl once again found fat tears streaming down her cheeks. “I was with my dad, a-and I saw the coolest book! I came here to look at it, but then da-daddy was gone,” she cried.

A thin hand reached out to the child. Eiko lifted herself and gave the small girl a grin; Her smile widening when a soft grip connected with hers.

“Worry not, dear! Let’s find a helper and have them call for your father, yes? I’m Ms. Yumeno.” She waved at a nearby employee, looking at the small body now cuddled against her leg. Her tears seemed to have dried by now. The girl gazed at her with wonder in her large green eyes.

Eiko patted her head, proud of the child for composing herself so quickly. “Now, little one, can you tell me your name? Your father must be worried about his darling girl.”

Her little companion nodded, bouncing in place slightly. The scowl she wore seconds ago now replaced with a small grin.

“I’m Maika! Mochizuki Maika!”

~☆~

~☆~

“Mom! I need to go in!” An auburn-haired girl whined, trapped in her mother's embrace. The thirteen-year-old’s voice held little hostility, and despite her verbal protests, she made no effort to escape the hug.

The tall woman holding her daughter in her arms chuckled and stepped back, reluctantly pulling away. “I know, Maika. It’s just difficult to see my baby moving out. I thought it would be 6 more years at least! You’re absolutely sure you want to stay in the dormitory? We’ll be quite the drive away.” Although Mochizuki Aina desperately wanted her child to stay at home, both her and her husband, Kazue, knew their daughter needed to expand her social circle. One can only make so many friends while attached to their parent’s side.

“Don’t worry, I’m going to do great!” With determination and a hint of anxiety, Maika pushed up the round wire glasses resting on her nose. “It's now or never! I’ve got to unpack! I don’t want the room to be a mess when my roommate gets here!”

A deep voice sounded from behind her. “Mai-Mai, your roommate is starting the semester a few days late. That’s plenty of time to tidy up your dorm.” The proud father said, chuckling at his daughter’s spirit. He came to his wife’s side, putting a hand around her waist. The couple gazed proudly at their little girl.

Three loud chimes came from a nearby clock tower, signifying the end of student dorm drop-offs. Maika looked down at her overstuffed backpack, then back to her parents. “Is this the last bag I have to bring up?” She asked, already knowing the answer.

Kazue nodded and gave his child a warm smile. The family of three embraced tightly, savoring the short time they had before parents were asked to say their farewells.

“Chin up, baby.” Maika’s mother lifted her daughter’s face and ruffled her soft hair. “No daughter of Mochizuki Aina backs down from a challenge! You’re ready, and you’re going to do awesome.” She pressed a kiss to her baby’s forehead. “If you ever want a weekend away, let me know. Papa and I will get you as soon as we can.”

Kazue tightened the hug one last time, nodding at his wife’s words. “We love you so much, Mai-Mai. You’re going to do great. Nothing can stop you.” He kissed the space just under Maika’s bangs where her mother had done so seconds earlier.

A speaker crackled to life as the family’s farewell ended.

“All first-year students report to the gymnasium for a short informational speech. At this time, we ask parents to say goodbye to their students, as their junior high journey is about to begin. Welcome to Fuwayama Prep!”

~☆~

Maika let out a breath of relief as she emptied the final box of her belongings. Her bed looked as comfortable as can be, the side pressed against the wall covered by the stuffed animals she had picked for her dorm. Looking at her bedside alarm clock, Maika sighed. It was nearing noon. There was so much of the day left!

“No roommate until Tuesday and nobody to hang out with. What's a girl to do?” She wondered. Her room was as ready as it could be without a second inhabitant, and most other dorms were still filled with the chatter of excited students. Maybe she could simply stay in and draw, or reread her favorite manga; but it would be the third time this week. She could look for a new book, but didn't get to see where the Fuwayama public library was. Were there any other options?

Suddenly, Maika lit up. She snapped her fingers in excitement. “I’ve got it! The school library!”

~☆~

“This place looks huge! I’m over the moon!”

From her position outside the building, Maika could see through ceiling height windows just how impressive the Fuwayama Prep library was. There were cushions and couches in every corner. In the back of the room, far from the windows, a row of computers were barely visible. She couldn’t see the full catalog, but the shelves her bright green eyes scanned over were bigger than any there she’d ever seen!

Colorful sneakers marched towards the door. Maika already knew this wonderful place would become her best friend.

A soft voice piped up as a hand was laid on the door. “The library isn’t open, you know.”

The illusion broke. What was once an inviting opportunity became a dead end just like that. “What? But the students are here! Don’t we need the library?” Maika turned around to face a slightly taller girl with dull pink hair and a kind smile.

“Yes, but the school year doesn’t truly start until tomorrow. The only staff on campus are the ones running move-in day and orientation.” The girl, clearly an upperclassman, gave her junior an encouraging pat on the head. “No worries, though! As soon as classes start, you have almost unlimited access.”

Maika’s frown lifted slightly. She wouldn’t have to wait too long then. Maybe she could walk around the city, surely there are some interesting shops nearby.

Bowing, she quickly thanked her senpai for the information. “It’s such a nice library. I can’t wait to see it all!” With a new plan in mind, Maika stepped back and moved her gaze to the campus entrance. Just beyond the opened gates was a brand-new adventure named Fuwayama City!

“I hope you like it here. Fuwayama is a wonderful place filled with surprises. I hope to see you around!” The pink haired upperclassman chuckled at her kouhai’s visible excitement.

Maika bowed once more, noticeably quicker. “Thank you so much, senpai! I can’t wait to meet again.”

With a spring in her step and no particular goal, she rushed into the city. Who knew what magic awaited!

~☆~

Strolling through a city by yourself is a strange experience. Maika had only recently started staying home alone and building a sense of independence. She knew Fuwayama wasn’t dangerous, but a small part of her longed for her mother’s reassuring touch to remind her that she was safe.

Pink sneaker-clad feet led the girl to a nearby shopping strip. Many of the shops she looked into seemed brimming with customers. Shoppers looking through electronics, racks of clothing, merchandise from popular TV shows gave the street a lively energy. Each establishment teemed with laughter and conversation. None of them had that pull, though. The desire for new reading material still occupied Maika’s mind.

A sigh escaped her mouth as she approached the corner of the sidewalk. Fuwayama Prep was still visible from where the student stood. Since she was still fairly unfamiliar with the area, it was a good idea to stay as close to campus as possible. The hope of finding something near the school to occupy her empty time diminished more and more as the end of the small strip came closer.

“Hm?” Just as the area was deemed a fluke, her eye caught a glimpse of a small sparkle coming from the last shop’s window display. “Is that a,” Maika stepped closer, “is that a Card-Catcher Sakuya bookmark? I’m over the moon,” she exclaimed! With sparkles in her eyes, she took in the gorgeous display. It was an adorable shade of red and decorated with an image of the titular character. What tied it all together was an adorable charm of Sakuya’s magical companion at the end of the attached tassel. Even as a Sakuya superfan, Maika had never seen this product before, despite thinking she discovered them all.

A newfound determination washed over her and compelled Maika to look up at the shop’s name. “Mahou Monogatari? I’ve never heard of it. Is this a local store? One with local employees and local products? Maybe even local customers who are,” she paused as an excited smile spread across her face, “local Sakuya fans?”

She raced into the establishment without another thought. To her delight, it was devoid of boisterous shop goers, being perused only by a pair of young women and a young father holding his child on his hip.

“Why, hello there, dear.” A kind voice sounded from a checkout counter on Maika’s right. She turned her gaze to the source of the greeting and was met with a familiar pair of eyes. Only once had she met someone with irises whose red rivaled that of a ruby’s. The memory was hazy yet comforting.

The woman standing behind the counter chuckled and moved towards the entrance where her potential customer stood. The gentle thuds of a rubber-bottomed cane accompanied the clicking of her low-heeled boots. “I know my shop is one of wonders, but never before has it left someone speechless. I’m only slightly concerned—mostly impressed. With myself, of course.” She joked. A worldly hand moved cautiously to Maika’s upper back. She accepted the guiding hand and walked with the store’s owner to a small seating area beside the checkout counter.

After taking a seat in the most comfortable chair she’d ever had the pleasure of resting in, the questions that had been held back finally came out. Although they were being asked at a near lightning fast pace, the subject of said inquiries seemed to take in every word without fault.

“Do you know Card-Catcher Sakuya? Did you make that bookmark in the window, or was it someone else? Was it made by someone my age? If it was you then that’s totally awesome because I’ve never heard anyone older than my parents even mention that series! Not that you’re old because most people take that as an insult. Not my grandmother, though she takes pride in it, but not everyone's the same and I just met you. Wait, no, I just met you and then I called you old! I didn't mean to insult you, I swear. It’s just so exciting because if somebody my age made that bookmark, then maybe we could be friends. I just moved here into the school dorms down the street and I really suck at making friends because I talk so much just like I am now! I’m so sorry, I’m talking way too much. Can I just buy the bookmark and leave, so there’s no need to—” Maika’s overflow of words were caught off by loud laughter? She looked at the source and realized it was the store owner, while simultaneously realizing she must have started looking at everything but her conversation partner in her nervous ramble.

The woman wiped a few joy-induced tears from her eyes. She took a moment to regain herself and removed the reading glasses that sat upon her nose. Finally, she leaned back into the cushioned back of her seat. “I like you, dear. I’ve never seen this much energy and passion in one so young. May I ask for the name of such a charming young girl?”

Maika froze in embarrassment as her cheeks were covered in a red blush. She looked down at her fingers, playing with them to keep her focus. “I’m Mochizuki Maika. I just moved into the Fuwayama Prep dormitories. I’m a first year student, so I don’t know a lot about this place yet.” Her wire-framed glasses slid down slightly. She didn’t bother to push them up

“You’re in luck if you found this place then!” The dad she noticed when entering the store spoke up as he walked to the checkout counter. His baby had fallen asleep and was now strapped into a carrier against his chest. The pair of girls had since left. “Ms. Yumeno’s store is the perfect place for book lovers like us. My older daughter had her fifth birthday party here. No one can beat Mahou Monogatori!”

Rising from her chair, the owner—Ms. Yumeno—grabbed her glasses and walked over to verify the man’s purchase. “You’re far too kind, Mr. Furuya. I don’t know what little Hinako sees in this old coot. I’m not interesting in the slightest! Unlike this young lady.” Surprisingly nimble fingers made quick work of the checkout. Before bagging the books, she reached under the desk and pulled out a small lollipop. “Although, I think it’s fair to assume my stash of candy has put me on her good side.”

After the father gathered his bag and slipped the sugary treat inside, he waved goodbye to Yumeno and Maika. “You seem like a wonderful girl, I hope Fuwayama treats you well.” The bell above the entrance jingled lightly as he made his exit.

“You two are so nice.” The student’s voice regained the wonder it had lacked minutes earlier. From her seat, she watched as Ms. Yumeno made her way to the recently shut door. “I love it here already! I was so scared city people would be mean, but everyone I’ve met so far has been amazing.” She looked at her potential new friend with endless admiration.

Said potential friend looked at the clock hanging above a nearby shelf and then back to her energetic visitor. “Well, I could say the same about you. Would you care for some lunch? It’s about time I close up shop for my break.”

Maika knew it was often unwise to get so comfortable so quickly, but she felt safe and welcome around this kind figure. She nodded enthusiastically, eager to eat with and learn more about Ms. Yumeno. Besides, the less money spent on buying lunch, the more she could spend at her new favorite place!

A small sound drew her attention to the checkout area. She tried to get a good look at the source, but a glimpse of pink was all she could take in before being drawn back into a conversation with her fascinating new friend.

~☆~

“Goodness, look at the time!” Maika startled as her lunch partner stood up halfway through her talk on their meal’s recipe. “We’re lucky no customers showed up. It’s 15 minutes past lunch!”

Yumeno moved to her shop’s front door while mumbling to herself. When the woman grabbed the open/closed sign and flipped it to indicate the end of break time, she sighed and looked back at her guest. The red-haired girl approached the front desk with a curious look. If her hearing had still been that of a spry young adult, she would have noticed the buzz sounding from under the counter.

The device—a pink tablet upon closer look—was lit up despite seeming in disrepair. “Ms. Yumeno, I think someone is calling you?” Maika said, hesitant to reach under the top and retrieve the gadget. Why would the shopkeeper have such an odd looking thing? It looked broken and even dangerous, with small sparks appearing occasionally. “Though this doesn’t look like it could take those.” She said to herself, wonder clear in her expression.

With a surprisingly swift gait for a woman of Yumeno’s age, her aged form made its way to the desk and grabbed the device. Youthful hands lifted to stop her in fear of the sparks hurting her. Strangely, the sporadic sparks did nothing and seemed to even swirl around the grip holding the tablet. That was not normal, but it was pretty in a way. They almost sparkled and added a shine to the weathered fingers around which they swirled.

“This old thing? A call? You crack me up, dear! It’s nothing but a past toy of mine. I hoped to give it to Mr. Furuya when he stopped by but forgot. I swear, my old lady brain would be lost if it wasn't trapped in my noggin.” Ms. Yumeno placed it on the countertop, the lit screen and sparks having disappeared.

Maika’s overactive brain highly doubted that statement, hoping for a more fanciful answer. “That thing must have been well-loved because it’s super worn down!” She stepped forward to get a closer look. “What does it d—”

Yumeno tensed suddenly as an almost inaudible laugh reached her ears. She seemed to recognize the tiny sound, as her face contorted into one of horror and hands clenched into tight fists. Ruby eyes darted towards the district’s park area a block away. She seemed unfocused, alarmed.

“Ms. Yumeno, are you okay?” Maika worried over her friend. She tried to place a comforting hand on the woman’s shoulder but flinched as her object of concern whipped around to look at her with a serious face.

Weathered hands gripped the startled guest’s arms. “Ms. Mochizuki, I need to go check on something very important. Please stay inside the shop. Flip the sign, so nobody comes in and if you hear anything suspicious, hide in my office. It’s the safest room in my building.” Yumeno stepped back and almost immediately made her exit, quickly disappearing as she rushed towards the area she had been staring at moments before.

~☆~

Stunned, Maika took a moment to reorient herself. Only minutes ago she had been on cloud nine talking with an amazing new friend, and now she felt more on edge than she ever had, the instructions given implying there was an imminent danger approaching.

With slightly unsteady steps, she completed her given tasks. After flipping the sign to say ‘CLOSED’ her hands hesitated. She said to herself, “should I lock the door,” as her thoughts spiraled.

Yumeno had left her lanyard with the shop keys on the counter beside the mysterious tablet. If the door was locked, she wouldn’t be able to enter in the event she needed to return. Besides, she hadn’t given the order to lock up.

Maika’s thoughts were halted when a ‘BOOM’ sounded in the distance. Her fight or flight kicked in as she rushed to grab the keys on the counter, her panic keeping her from noticing the pink device’s screen, which had lit up once more.

Just as she picked out the shop key, the sparks from earlier returned at full force and began swirling around their source. They held a renewed power which shook the tablet and brought attention to a…voice?

“What?” The word slipped from Maika’s mouth as her body tingled with adrenaline.

“It’s working! Hurry, Twyla!” That high-pitched sound grew louder as the device’s screen grew brighter.

The curious girl stepped forward to look at the phenomenon, but just as she leaned over it—

“OW!”

A flash of blue and a direct hit to her forehead made Maika stumble to the floor. “Eiko! Yumeno Eiko, we need your help~hoo! It’s Nighty!” A small owl-like creature fell to the floor just as their accidental target. “Queen Chiharu has fallen and Nocturna has taken over! You must help—wait, you’re not Yumeno.”

Green eyes meet a tiny yet powerful glare coming from the talking bird. She stared at them in awe as a slightly bigger sheep-like creature floated down from the counter where the forgotten device lay. “I’m not Yumeno. I’m Maika, and you two are fairies, like from Cardcatcher Sakuya!” All worries disappeared when her words announced the realization. Was this happening? It all made sense! That tablet, these fairies, and possibly even Yumeno, were magical.

“Technically yes, but that doesn’t matter~hoo! An elderly woman with a beaded necklace and cane; have you seen her~hoo?” The owl, Nighty, asked. The sheep that now stood beside their partner looked at Maika quizzically.

Ignoring the somewhat unnerving stare from the pink lamb, she answered, “yes! I was with Ms. Yumeno before she ran outside. She looked scared. Do you think there’s trouble there?”

The pink lamb suddenly lit up after silently analyzing the new face. “Papa! We found her~twi! She’s a—“

Nighty shot up into the air and gestured for his daughter to follow. “Yes~hoo! Come on, Twyla. The Dream Eater General could already be here!” He dashed to the door and tried to push it open, with the winged sheep flying closely behind.

Maika followed and took over for the owl. When the three finally made it outside, she paid no mind to the silence of the streets and the unconscious bodies of customers laying across the area. She ran after the flying duo, who seemed to know where Ms. Yumeno was.

Panting, she let more questions slip. “Does this mean I can be a magical warrior? Because now that I know you exist, I’m the only option, right? I’m able-bodied but have terrible stamina, so maybe we could train!” Time for questioning ran out when, after turning the corner to a secluded area in the park, the trio was met with an alarming sight.

Yumeno kneeled on the ground with her cane holding most of her weight. She huffed, glaring at a checker-clad girl who wore a smile that oozed mischief.

“Admit it, Grandma. You’re no match for the Dream Eaters. We’ve already won. Finding the Precure and destroying them is merely a precaution.” Her haughty voice taunted. She reached her hand out and pointed directly at the center of her target’s forehead.

Maika leapt forward and yelled, “WAIT,” at the lavender-haired attacker.

Her adversary aimed an annoyed look at the disruption for a moment before smirking. “Sorry kid, you’re too late. Ran-Ran’s gotta show Grandma what happens when you anger Queen Nocturna.” The finger pointed at Yumeno summoned a small golden star and shot it before anyone else could interfere.

Yumeno and Maika stared at each other in shock. “Ms. Mochizuki! Run!” were the final words spoken before the star, hovering in front of the target, summoned a coffin-esc glass case to trap its victim.

“No.” Nighty yelled. The star shot out from the front of the case, hitting the ground with an impact strong enough to knock the on-lookers a few steps back.

From the ground, a shadow rose and solidified. After gaining shape and color, Maika realized the creature had taken the form of the bookshop! A single red light shone from the top window and looked down at the trio. It took a step forward and let out a mighty cry, “OSOROSHII!”

Ran-Ran cheered and jumped into the air, hovering beside the case holding Yumeno. “Now that’s some mighty Yumeki. We were smart to choose this place. Right, Nighty?”

The blue owl growled as his daughter hid behind a surprised Maika. “You have no right, Ran-Ran! Yumeki is not yours to steal~hoo!” His shouting stopped abruptly as the monster—Osoroshii—lifted a fist and brought it down where its new targets stood.

“Papa! We have to hide~twi!” Twyla cried, forcing her father and their ally to hide in a nearby wooded area.

The girl sat down with wide eyes. She squeezed her hands together over and over in order to calm herself. This was real, but it was nothing like she imagined. Her fuzzy friend nuzzled into the pink flower decorating her sweater, over her pounding heart. “T-This is crazy, ri-right? Th-that thing is so… so big! We ca-an’t stop it”

Nighty peeked out from behind the large tree they laid against. Ran-Ran and the Osoroshii had lost them, but not for long. “We can’t fight back. Where are the Pretty Cure~hoo? At least one should’ve shown up by now, but all the clocks are still with us~hoo. Why haven’t they awoken yet?” He mumbled at a rapid pace.

The questions floating in the air lit a spark in Twyla’s eyes. She separated herself from Maika and grabbed the bag that rested between her wings. The clasp opened and moments later she pulled out a blue clock with a small pink charm. “There is a Pretty Cure right here~twi! It’s you, I know it~twi!” the fancy trinkets were pushed into pale hands. Nighty’s beak dropped open in surprise.

“Me? Pretty Cure? Is that like a superhero?” her starstruck daze interrupted as the ground below them shook.

The tree they hid behind was suddenly bent to the side, the Osoroshii's gloved hand pushing the bulky trunk with ease.

“Found Ya!” Ran-Ran snickered.

They screamed and made a run for it, sprinting through the trees to reach the open field. The monster and commander were hot on their trail, and Twyla struggled to keep up. She faltered for a moment when the Osoroshii reached out to grab at her.

Maika glanced to her side, only to see her ally about to be swept up by the threatening creature. “No!” She cried and dove to wrap her arms around the lamb. She narrowly escaped with Twyla and continued forward to run away from their attacker.

“Are you okay?” Her words came out in short pants as she checked on her companion.

The pink lamb seemed shaken but thankfully unharmed. She nodded. “You saved me~twi!” Her voice was filled with admiration for her rescuer.

Maika gave an exhausted smile. “I couldn’t leave you with that monster,” she responded, “Ms. Yumeno is counting on us, so we aren’t going to give in!” The vigor with which she spoke reflected in her quickening pace, which kept strong even when the clock in her firm grip gave a small shake.

She felt a strange energy shoot through her. Twyla must have felt it as well, perking up and saying, “Maika! The Clock, you woke it up!”

Nighty reached the duo and spoke excitedly. “This is it~hoo! When it lights up, place the charm at the center of your Cure Clock and say, ‘Pretty Cure! Dreamy Switch On!’ The clock will ring, and you’ll transform~hoo.”

Twyla flew from Maika’s grasp, allowing her tense hands to lift the glowing charm that now emanated a bright pink.

A cackle sounded from just above them. “Finally! You are a pain to catch. I’m getting bored, so let’s finish up!” Ran-Ran and her Osoroshii towered over the three. On command, the monster swiped at the trio, knocking Maika onto the ground and grabbing both fairies.

“NO!” Even from her place on the ground, the pained cries of her allies were clear as day. Her sneakers shakily planted themselves on the ground as she rose with a renewed strength. “I won’t let you hurt them!” She yelled. “I can do this, because no matter how scary…” Her hands clenched the shining objects. With determination filling her being, Maika placed the Charm at her Clock’s center.

“I will protect my friends! Pretty Cure! Dreamy Switch On!”

~☆~

A melodic ring sounded as sparkles exploded from the clock, covering Maika in a pink glow. Her normal attire was replaced with a garment of silk fluorescent fabric. The world had become nothing more than an endless colorful space with lights decorating every corner.

The source of magic attached itself to the center of her chest. A pink ribbon and collar popped out from under it, and suddenly the dress molded into a puffy pink costume. Around her waist was an over skirt made entirely of the softest fluff. She twirled around and extended both arms. Small shooting stars latched onto each wrist and her neck; exploding with a colorful burst as they became a pair of short gloves and purple choker decorated with a single charm at the center.

Spotting a star much larger than the previous three, Maika jumped into the air and grabbed it. She bounced onto a nearby cloud and brought it to her head. As she leapt onto another cloud, the star burst just as its predecessors. It became a decorated headband in the shape of a sleep mask, the magic spreading over her hair as it grew longer and styled itself into a fluffy bob with twin buns and long low ponytail.

With her hair now the color of gold, Maika made one final leap down a swirling tunnel of magic. The mystical glow crawled up her legs and stopped inches below her skirt. Falling onto the final cloud solidified the energy into thigh-high boots decorated by ribbons and a star charm each.

She dove through the space as a trail of magic followed behind, as if she was the personification of a shooting star. A platform appeared beneath her to catch the heels of her newly acquired form. She landed gracefully, her presence causing the entire surrounding area to become a gradient of pinks and purples.

“Full of fantasy and endless dreams!” Newly gloved hands clapped together as she gave one final spin and struck a pose, her finger pointing directly to the sky.

“Up and at it, Cure Reverie!”

~☆~

Where a bespectacled girl once rested, Cure Reverie stood proudly. The Clock at the center of her chest’s ribbon shone brightly as if to announce her arrival.

It only took Reverie a moment to break from her stance to marvel at her dazzling new appearance. She squealed and touched the plush over skirt as well as her fluffy golden hair. “This outfit is too cute! It looks like a real magical warrior’s!”

Ran-Ran yelled in surprise and anger, which caught her transformed rival’s attention. “A Pretty Cure already? I swear, you love being a thorn in my side!”

The Osoroshii took a step forward on command to try to squish Reverie, who cried out and jumped much higher than her normal self ever could. She found herself floating high above the ground. Small translucent wings hovered beside each ankle while in the air, keeping the girl afloat.

“If I’m dreaming, don’t wake me up!” She cheered and propelled herself downwards, letting out a mighty cry as her eyes locked onto the Osoroshii holding her allies captive.

The monster looked up just as Reverie reached her target, striking it with enough force to make the ground rumble slightly. Twyla and Nighty flew free of the monstrous grip. They took cover as quickly as they could, admiring the confidence with which Cure Reverie fought.

She flipped away from the Osoroshii as soon as her punch landed. She landed softly on the grass and looked up at the Ran-Ran, who stared at the girl in shock. A gloved finger and determined eyes pointed up at the monster’s creator, “I’ll fight as hard as I can! I won’t let you win!”

From her place beside Yumeno’s slumbering form, her attacker’s eyes lit up in fury. “We can’t let this Pretty Cure beat us. Osoroshii, get rid of her—NOW!” Ran-Ran screeched.

A large fist shot out to strike Reverie, only to be stopped by her launching forward with a roar and halting the punch with her palms. The strength of the impact shook the area between them as both forces tried as hard as they could to overpower their adversary.

“I’ll protect my new home!” The pink-clad hero shouted as the Osoroshii gained a slight upper hand, being able to push her back a few inches. Even as her heels dug into the grass behind her, Cure Reverie stood her ground. “I won’t let you hurt anyone!” She declared.

Before anyone could blink, the monster was flung backwards. “OSOROSHII!” It bellowed as it skidded across the field and came to a stop. Ran-Ran blinked from her captive’s side to hover above the shoulder of her monster. “I thought I said to get rid of her! Quit dragging this out and destroy that Precure!” She growled with malice.

In a rapid response, the Osoroshii charged forward. Its deep shouts grew in volume as it started to release a series of swings to catch Reverie, who moved as fast as she could. She barely kept up, jumping and bending on reflex to narrowly avoid the flying fists.

“AH!” A high scream rang out as the Osoroshii at last landed a hit, and a pink blur flew backward and crashed onto the ground. When the impact’s dust cleared, Reverie rose shakily to her feet.

Twyla shouted in concern. “The monster can be purified, Cure Reverie! Your Clock will stop it~twi! You can do this~twi!” The two fairies moved forward as if to take the fight on themselves, but were stopped by their warrior holding out her hand. She glanced back and sent a bright smile.

“Mhm! I don’t know why I was chosen, but being unsure won’t stop me,” She turned her eyes back to the monster, “I’m still going to give it my all!” With a final burst of energy, she sprinted forward, facing the approaching monster head on. It thrust a final punch towards her, but just as it was about to hit, her blonde hair ducked out of sight.

Reverie slid under the Osoroshii’s form with momentum that carried her through one final strike. She delivered a powerful kick which knocked her foe to the ground one last time.

When her target went down, the Cure Clock began to glow. She moved the wing-shaped hands through a full rotation and tapped the PreCharm at her clock’s center.

Reverie slapped her hands together. When she brought them apart, stars the size of a scholarly tome followed each hand. “Pretty Cure!” She spun around herself with extended arms; a trail of stars forming a ring around her figure.

The ring of stars rose in tandem with her right hand and moved to hover vertically in front of her. “Reverie,” she shot her hand forward with a raised thumb and pointer finger, “Revolution!” Her outstretched hand struck a space in the dead center of the circle, causing the ring of stars to shoot across the field with a ‘BANG’ and engulf the Osoroshii in a pink glow.

The monster’s red light slowly disappeared, as if it were an eye closing. “Good Night!” It said groggily before it vanished in a flash.

Ran-Ran pulled at her fluffy ponytail in annoyance. “You brat!” She yelled and crossed her arms. “Looks like the Pretty Cure are going to be much more of a nuisance than we thought,” she growled through clenched teeth.

The glass casket broke from her control and descended to meet Reverie. Ran-Ran scoffed and made to escape, vanishing with a puff of purple smoke.

“Ms. Yumeno!” Reverie cried. She stopped in front of the glass and saw a peaceful expression on her friend’s face.

Nighty and Twyla rushed over to stand beside the pink-clad Cure and sighed in relief when they saw no harm had come to the Osoroshii’s victim.

Reverie brought her hand up and noticed that her pointer finger had begun to glow softly. With a cheerful “Wakey, wakey,” her rescuer and tap to the tinted surface, Yumeno was freed.

Red eyes opened as she was gently laid on the grass. When the figures above her came into focus, Ms. Yumeno gave a tired chuckle.

“Boy, do we have a lot to talk about.”

~☆~

“Ms. Mochizuki, I don’t think you realize how dangerous this task is. Pretty Cure must fight for the good of everyone. Are you sure you can handle such a heavy burden?” Yumeno asked. The two humans and pair of fairies sat on a bench not far from where Ran-Ran had appeared.

Maika held Twyla in her lap, stroking her soft wool when she responded. “I’m positive. It might be dangerous, but I know I can handle it. Even if I fall, I know I’ll be in good hands.” She gave her friends a warm smile and went back to petting the lamb fairy.

Nighty spoke enthusiastically. “She can handle it, Eiko! The Pretty Cure are legendary warriors meant to handle anything~hoo. This girl has proven that not only is she meant to be a Precure, but now we have a fighting chance~hoo!” The blue owl boasted about the strength he had witnessed Cure Reverie fight with. He seemed to know Ms. Yumeno quite well, especially considering his lack of formality with her.

Twyla nodded in agreement. “MaiMai is amazing! I know she can help save Sweet Dream Kingdom~twi!” The subject of her adoration nuzzled her fuzzy head as thanks for the encouraging comment.

“Since I could talk, I’ve wished to become a hero like the characters in my books.” Maika began. She wore a soft smile and looked up at the sky. “I was told it’d never happen, but today has proven otherwise. I’ll fight for you with all I've got.”

Ms. Yumeno placed her hand over Maika’s and gave it a reassuring squeeze. “I knew you were a special girl. We’re eternally grateful, dear.” She then took hold of her cane and stood up, giving the girl sitting below her a proud look. “Now, Ms. Mochizuki, let’s get to work. Are you ready?”

The soft smile gracing Maika’s face grew into a beam brighter than the stars. With the afternoon sun shining down on her, she nodded in response.

“I’m over the moon!”

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