(The scene opens in the Titanian’s base where Bellina is seen looking at a monitor showing various scans. On a bed, Cosmic is seen, her face looking a little red, sweating a bit, and she pants slightly)
Cosmic: Hnnn…
(Bellina looks at the monitor showing data on Cosmic’s status)
Bellina: Hmm…
Danea: What’s wrong with her Bellina?
Bellina: Her vitals are low across the boat. And her bio-energy is showing signs of deep corruption.
Lizun: Corruption?
Bellina: Possibly from her constant exposure to the powers of these demons. It’s tearing itself apart from all the excess demonic essence.
Cules: What do we do?
Bellina: I don’t know. I’ve never seen an essence of this nature before.
(Lizun looks at Cosmic with concern)
Lizun: Is she gonna be okay?
Bellina: I wanna say yes, but this demon essence is just… I can’t say for certain.
Lizun: Oh no…
Danea: You have to try Bellina, she is a valued friend here.
Nathal: What can we do?
(The group looks with worry wondering what they could do. As Cosmic just laying down on her bed)
Cosmic: Hnnng…I…
(Cosmic looks around, her vision blurs a bit from the effects of her illness. She looks over at her friends can’t make them out as she hears their voices)
???: We should head into the city. Maybe see if there are some medical supplies we can get together.
???: We are owed a few favors.
???: We’ll stay here and keep an eye on her.
(3 of the figures leave while 2 stay. One goes up to Cosmic)
???: Don’t worry you’re gonna be okay.
(Cosmic stares at who’s above her and her vision makes them appear as a demon)
???: Everything will be fine.
(Cosmic just gets a worried stare as she pants a little more. The scene shifts to Lizun and Bellina)
Bellina: You might wanna step back, her heart rate has gone up.
Lizun: O-Oh, right.
(Lizun steps back a bit)
Lizun: Poor girl…she’s a wreck.
Bellina: No kidding. I’ve never seen anything like this before.
(Lizun comes up to look at the computers)
Lizun: Jeez… I may not be as smart as you, but even I can tell that’s not good…
Bellina: Yeah, I’ll keep an eye on her, make sure she doesn’t go critical. You just take it easy, okay?
Lizun: I hate leaving her alone like this…
Bellina: I know it sucks, but it’s for the best. Just relax for now. I’ll call if I need you.
Lizun: Okay. Please do, I’ll be ready right away.
(Lizun leaves the room as Bellina resumes her work)
Bellina:...
(Cosmic meanwhile, just lays there, clenching her chest a bit as she pants)
Cosmic: *Thinking* What’s… What is happening to me…?
(Cosmic grunts as she feels her chest tighten)
Cosmic: *Thinking* F-Feels like something wants to rip itself outta me! My insides are on fire! And so damn hard to breathe!
(As Cosmic struggles, Bellina watches the monitor)
Bellina: What the…?
(Bellina watches for a moment suddenly energy readings spike as vitals and powers start going hayway. Bellina, confused starts typing away trying to solve what’s going on, she then hears Cosmic yelling. She looks over Cosmic is seen gripping her chest in pain)
Bellina: This doesn’t make sense! What’s-
(Monitor’s spark as Bellina out as she backs away and looks at Cosmic who’s now tossing and turning. She then suddenly rolls off the bed)
Bellina: C-Cosmic!
(Lizun suddenly runs back in)
Lizun: What happened?! Where-
(Suddenly the two hear the sound of flesh ripping across from where Cosmic is)
Lizun: Cosmic!
(Bellina grabs Lizun’s hand in an attempt to stop her)
Bellina: NO! Don’t go near her!
Lizun: Don’t go near?! I need to help-
(Cosmic screams again loudly as suddenly appearing over where she is are a pair of sharp black bat like wings, with white pointed tips)
Lizun: !
Bellina: Sweet mother of…
(The two hear Cosmic’s heavy and pain panting. Her hand reaches for the bed. She then uses it to pull herself up. Using the wall to steady herself, she stands there panting, seemingly unaware of the wings on her back)
Cosmic:.....
Lizun:.........
Bellina:............
(Cosmic looks over at the two girls)
Cosmic:... I…Is… is everything… O-Okay…
Bellina:...
Lizun: C-...Cosmic…? A…Are you… Okay?
Cosmic: I… Felt like I… shoved through a shredder… But I feel a lit-
(Cosmic then notices the wings)
Cosmic: AHHH!!!
(Cosmic freaks out as she looks at the wings)
Cosmic: W-What the hell is this!? What happened to me?!
Bellina: W-Whoa hey relax relax!
Cosmic: Relax??? I got WINGS Bellina! WINGS!! WHY DO I HAVE WINGS?!
Bellina: Calm down, we’ll figure this out you-
Cosmic: What did that crazy demon do to me!? This isn’t right! This isn’t-
(Lizun rushes up and slaps Cosmic. Cosmic looks surprised for a moment)
Lizun: Cosmic, listen to Bellina!
(After a moment, Cosmic takes a few shaky breaths before starting to calm down)
Lizun: I'm gonna call the others to get back here, Bellina, look after her.
(Lizun runs off)
Bellina: This was not what I expected at all.
Cosmic: What did you expect??
Bellina: … You know what that’s fair. You’re a walking unknown right now Cosmic. No Titanian has ever seen anything like you before.
Cosmic: Oh that’s great.
(Cosmic looks at the wings)
Cosmic: I can already fly, why would I need wings?
(Bellina comes up to inspect them)
Bellina: It does seem like a useless appendage. But there must be a reason behind it.
Cosmic: I don’t know…
Bellina: Still, this is fascinating. A whole new transformation it seems…
Cosmic: I’m not a fan.
Bellina: At least you’re feeling better.
Cosmic: In a manner of speaking.
(Cosmic looks at herself. She moves her wings a bit)
Cosmic: This…feels strange.
Bellina: Any pain? Discomfort?
Cosmic: Aside from these things coming out of me, no.
Bellina: I see…
(At that moment Lizun returns with the boys)
Danea: Cosmic Luzin j- !
Nathal:.... Whoa.
Cules: What the hell happened to you?
Cosmic: I grew freaking wings.
Nathal: W-Wow uhhh…
Cules: Damn… that’s insane.
(Lizun comes up and feels one of the wings)
Lizun: Man this is crazy.
Cosmic: Hey how do you think I feel? What am I supposed to do with these?
(Cosmic turns and accidently hits Lizun and knocks her away with one of the wings)
Cosmic: !
Bellina: Whoa!
Nathal: You good Lizun?
(Lizun stnads up looking surprised)
Lizun: Y-Yeah wow those things have some power.
Cosmic: L-Lizun I’m sorry I-
(Cosmic turns again, only for the force of the wing to knock the away, which Cules quickly catches to protect Bellina’s equipment)
Cosmic: O-Oh jeez!
Cules: Jeez those are tough!
Nathal: Can’t you like, fold them up or something?
Cosmic: I-I don’t know I haven’t use these before!
Danea: Okay just stop moving!
(Cosmic stops moving)
Danea: Okay okay… What to do…?
Bellina: You learned to use your other powers quick. Can you… Return the wings to your body?
(Cosmic thinks for a moment. She then starts to focus)
Cosmic:....
(As Cosmic focuses, the wings soon retract and fold up behind her back)
Cosmic:...Did it work?
Danea: Yeah their gone.
(Cosmic looks and sees their gone and sighs with relief)
Cosmic: Thank god…
Lizun: Have to admit, those wings pack a punch.
Danea: Yeah they did.
Cules: Maybe there is a use for them.
Bellina: Indeed, some research may be in order for that.
Danea: You do that. Find out all you can. Cosmic, for now take it easy for right now.
(The boys all leave as Bellina returns to work)
Cosmic: *Sighs with relief again* Well at least I’m okay. Now-
(Lizun comes up and picks up Cosmic making her yell in surprise)
Lizun: Helloooo!
Cosmic: You gotta start warning me next time.
Lizun: Sorry, but I couldn’t miss your reactions.
Cosmic: So where are you taking me this time? You know I can walk. And fly.
Lizun: I know, but this is way more fun!
Cosmic: I guessed as much… So where we going?
Lizun: You’ll see. See ya Bellina!
(Lizun leaves the room as Bellina rolls her eyes)
Bellina: That woman I swear.
(Bellina goes back to work as the scene cuts to Lizun flying with Cosmic in her arms)
Lizun: *humming*
Cosmic: You still haven’t told me where we are going.
Lizun: You should know I take you to the best places.
Cosmic: If you’re still worried about me, I’m fine now, I’m not sick or-
Lizun: Oh I’m not worried in the slightest! I’m just trying to make sure you stay positive.
Cosmic: Uh, I mean, I guess that’s appreciated.
Lizun: Heheh, always acting so stubborn! But I always get that stubbornness to drop.
Cosmic: Jeez.. So seriously where-
Lizun: Going down!
(Lizun comes in for a landing as Cosmic finds herself in another part of town)
Cosmic:.... Okay I’ll bite where are we now? You’ve taken me to a bar, a place where people seem to enjoy physical contact now where-
(Lizun grabs Cosmic’s cheeks)
Lizun: We’re somewhere that I think you might find really eye-opening!
Cosmic: *Squished face* You don’t say?
Lizun: Yep! Now come on!
(Lizun enters the nearby building. Cosmic after a moment shrugs)
Cosmic: Well. I’ve gone along with her for everything else.
(Cosmic follows after her)
Cosmic: Wonder what this could be about?
(Cosmic enters the building)
Cosmic: Oooh.
(Cosmic sees a room fill with a few rooms where some aliens are seen wearing some headsets of sorts while sitting on some chairs. It gives Cosmic a reminder of those VR games back on Earth. She looks around for a moment as Lizun comes up)
Lizun: Interesting huh?
Cosmic: Yeah, what are these guys doing playing games?
Lizun: Heh, something like that.
Cosmic: Hm?
Lizun: You’ll see. I decided to get you a spot.
(Lizun leads Cosmic to a chair and grabs one of those head sets)
Lizun: Now when you put this on, think of someone you REALLY wanna talk to.
Cosmic: Huh?
Lizun: Just trust me, okay?
Cosmic:...
(Cosmic looks at the headset and sighs)
Cosmic: Alright.
(Cosmic goes to take a seat. Lizun puts on the headset)
Lizun: You have a good talk.
Cosmic: Good talk? What?
(Lizun walks off as Cosmic sits there)
Cosmic: …. So how long till-
(Cosmic then goes quiet. Inside the headset, Cosmic finds herself inside a digital world of sorts, forming around her)
Cosmic:....
(The digital world seems to take form to a place that’s familiar to her. A place that would give her a sense of comfort. Though it also reminds of how her origins)
Cosmic:... This is.. This is my- ….. This is… Nebula’s house….
(Cosmic looks around the living room of Nebula’s house on Earth)
Cosmic: Just like how I remember… How… She…. Remember…
(Cosmic looks at a shelf, seeing books and picture frames sat on it)
Cosmic:...
(Cosmic goes up to the pictures. She sees Nebula with her mother and her father. She stares for a moment)
Cosmic:... *Sighs*
???: You’ve had it rough huh kiddo?
(Cosmic turns around)
Cosmic: ! *gasp*
(Cosmic sees Nebula’s father, the hero Outer-Man, sat in a chair in the living room looking at her with a small smile)
Cosmic: W-What the hell??? Y-You’re dead.
(Outer-Man looks at a nearby mirror seeing his reflection)
Outer-Man: Well I’m not a vampire.
Cosmic: B-But-...I-...Y-You-...
Outer-Man: Everything okay?
Cosmic:...*sigh* Not…particularly.
Outer-Man: Well talk to your dad, what’s eating you?
Cosmic:... Well for one thing, that. You’re not my dad.
Outer-Man: Hm, I guess that’s sorta true.
Cosmic: Sorta? It’s completely true.
Outer-Man: How do you figure?
Cosmic: What do you mean how do I figure?! I’m a damn clone of your daughter!
Outer-Man: And?
Cosmic: And??? That means I’m NOT your actual daughter! Don’t call me that!
Outer-Man: Why not?
Cosmic: W-What is this weird mind game you’re playing? How are you even here???
Outer-Man: I’m not playing any games kiddo. And you’re the one who called me here. After all, I exist in your memories.
Cosmic: Y-...You do?
Outer-Man: Of course. Why wouldn’t I?
Cosmic:...Nebula’s memories… So that’s what this is. It sees memories and…
Outer-Man: And that’s the reason I’m here huh? You wanted to talk to me.
Cosmic: Did I? But why I… I’m not-
Outer-Man: Take a seat.
Cosmic:....
(Cosmic goes and sits in another seat on a sofa)
Cosmic: R-Right…
Outer-Man: So. You can’t see yourself as anything but a clone of Brianna huh?
Cosmic: How can I? I have about 18 years worth of memories of her. None of them are mine. I don’t have a right to any of these memories…
Outer-Man: And who told you that?
Cosmic: Me! I’m not her! Can’t you see that?
Outer-Man: I can.
Cosmic: How??
Outer-Man: Because you may look like her, but I know you’re not like her.
Cosmic: I bet it’s cause of my hair or my outfit or-
Outer-Man: No no none of those. I know my daughter. She could have 100 clones standing right in front of me, all looking exactly like her, right down to her DNA, but I’ll find her each and every time.
Cosmic:... Guess it’s that.. Fatherly instint huh?
Outer-Man: Heh, something like that.
Cosmic:....
Outer-Man: But we’re here to talk about you. After all, you would want me here if you didn’t think you needed me.
Cosmic:......
Outer-Man: So, what’s wrong? You can tell me.
Cosmic:...I…
(Cosmic hugs her knees)
Cosmic: Why…? Why’s all this crap happening to me…? Why did I have to be born a clone to someone else? Why did I turn out the way I did? Why am I being the target for these damn demons, it just….
(Cosmic buried her face in her knees)
Cosmic: Why….?
(Outer-Man stares for a moment. He then reaches over and puts a hand on Cosmic’s shoulder)
Outer-Man: Hey, it’s okay.
Cosmic: I-It’s not…I’m scared, I’m tired…I don’t know…
Outer-Man: All that stuff does sound scary.
Cosmic: I just don’t know what to do.
Outer-Man: You’ll figure it out.
Cosmic: Do you have… Any advice?
Outer-Man: Never give up. Keep on fighting. And if you feel like defeat is around the corner, just remember what you’re fighting for.
Cosmic: Do I have anything worth fighting for?
Outer-Man: You do. And you know what those things are.
Cosmic:....
Outer-Man: Keep them safe, protect them. Fight for them, and you’ll be just fine.
(Cosmic stares for a moment. She then goes over and hugs Outer-Man. After a moment he hugs back)
Cosmic: You’re not my dad. Yet… *Tears up* Seeing you just…
Outer-Man: I know kid, I know. You’re okay, it’s not a crime to feel that way.
(Cosmic after a moment stops hugging and looks at Outer-Man)
Cosmic: You really think I can do this?
Outer-Man: You may not be my daughter, but you possess her spirit and determination to never give up.
Cosmic: I do?
Outer-Man: Of course. I can see it in your eyes.
(Outer-Man puts his hand on Cosmic’s shoulder)
Outer-Man: Your origins are irrelevant. You are your own person. And I know, you won’t ever give up.
(Cosmic hears that and a sense of relief comes across her)
Cosmic:...Thank you. That…That means so much, and yet…I-I can’t explain how…
Outer-Man: Don’t have to. I understand your feelings. So. You think you’re ready to get back out there and do some good?
Cosmic:... Yeah. I think so.
Outer-Man: Good to hear. You take care of yourself out there, Cosmic.
Cosmic: Thank you. I won’t let you or anyone else down. I promise.
(Outer-Man smiles)
Outer-Man: I know you won’t.
(Outer-Man and the house start to vanish. Soon the scene returns to Cosmic sitting on that chair. She slowly takes the head set off)
Cosmic:....
(Cosmic looks around and then back at her hands)
Cosmic:...Hm…
(Cosmic stands up)
Cosmic: Well. That was an experience I won’t forget.
(Cosmic smiles to herself)
Cosmic: I feel…wow, I feel way better about myself. That…that really did wonders. Such a nice father he was…
(As Cosmic smiles, Lizun comes up from behind, grabbing her with her arms around waist as Cosmic yells in surprise)
Cosmic: L-Lizun!
Lizun: Hehe sorry, couldn’t resist.
Cosmic: *sigh* Heheh, you’re lucky I’m in a good mood.
Lizun: You did seem like you’re in higher spirits.
(Lizun lets Cosmic go as she turns to her)
Cosmic: Yeah. What was that you put me in?
Lizun: A little VR tech that examines your brain and creates someone from your memories.
Cosmic: Really?
Lizun: Yep! Something to help you reflect on past events and what not.
Cosmic: Or help you talk to old family.
Lizun: Oh?
Cosmic: I’ll explain later. I will say… It felt good.
Lizun: I bet, you just look so much more cripper.
Cosmic: Heh thanks! And thanks for bringing me here. You really have been a rock for me lately huh?
Lizun: I try my best to be one for everyone! It helps to keep everyone’s spirits in check, especially yours.
Cosmic: Well, I appreciate it. Always!
Lizun: For you Cupcake, anytime! I wanna see that beautiful face of yours smiling then looking sad!
(Cosmic gets a slight blush at the “beautiful” comment)
Lizun: Hehe I see that.
Cosmic: Wha- Pfft, y-you saw nothing.
Lizun: I saw that blush!
Cosmic: I-I did not!
Lizun: Yeah you did!
Cosmic: S-Shut up!
Lizun: Not till you admit it!
Cosmic: Hmph, make me!
Lizun: Oooh I think I will.
(Lizun suddenly grabs and lifts Cosmic up)
Cosmic: AHH!
Lizun: Come here you!
Cosmic: Y-You fiend!
Lizun: Let’s have some alone time in my room.
(Lizun leaves the building and flies off with Cosmic)
Cosmic:...
Lizun: Sure you don’t wanna admit it?
Cosmic: Nope.
Lizun: Sounds like I need to bust out my charms.
(A moment passes as Lizun arrives at the base)
Lizun: Last chance Cupcake. We’re gonan go to my room and you won’t leave till you admit it.
Cosmic:...
Lizun: Well?
Cosmic: *smirk* Bite me.
Lizun: Heh. Okay then.
(Lizun takes Cosmic in the base. The scene cuts to Lizun entering her room as she puts Cosmic down)
Cosmic: I won’t fall to your charms this time.
Lizun: You’re gonna make me do more for this huh?
Cosmic: That’s up to you to find out.
Lizun: That’s fine with me. No one. Resist my charms.
Cosmic: Well first time for everything I’d-
(Lizun pushes Cosmic onto her back on the bed)
Cosmic: ! O-Oh!
(Lizun sits on the bed with a seductive grin)
Cosmic: U-Uh… Lizun?
Lizun: Yes?
Cosmic: I-I uhh…
Lizun: What’s wrong Cupcake? You look worried.
Cosmic: You’re getting kinda-
(Lizun puts her hands on Cosmic’s sides)
Cosmic: ! A-Ah!
Lizun: Remember what I said about your outfit? How I love the skin you’re showing off?
(Lizun’s hands slide up and down)
Lizun: Well I wasn’t lying.
Cosmic: *blushing like mad* E-E-Easy easy!
Lizun: Ooooh I see that mad. Bright. Red. Face Cupcake.
(Lizun leans in closest to Cosmic’s face)
Lizun: You gonna deny that to?
Cosmic: I-I-...W-Well-...
Lizun: Hehehe.
(Lizun just keeps feeling Cosmic’s sides as she wriggles a bit in place)
Lizun: So squirmy.
Cosmic: I-It’s sensitive…!
Lizun: Sensitive? I thought you were a tough girl.
Cosmic: ! T-T- I-I-
Lizun: Oh Cupcake, you just contradicted yourself.
Cosmic: L-Lizun p-please s-
(Lizun smirks and just glides her fingers down Cosmic’s sides)
Cosmic: ! EEEK!! D-Don’t…!
Lizun: Aww you don’t like my gentle touch Cupcake?
Cosmic: T-T-T-T- I-I Y-
(Lizun then grab Cosmic’s hand, lifts her up and pulls her into her lap, as she stares at her face as Cosmic just looks red as a tomato)
Lizun: It’s okay, really. I know you like it, you’re still just playing hard to get. Heheh, trying to at least.
Cosmic:...Y-You’re…you’re evil…
Lizun: Nah. I just always get what I want. Heheh. Always.
(Lizun leans in a bit making Cosmic worried)
Lizun: You know what I want now?
(Cosmic becomes worried what Lizun is gonna say)
Lizun: Right now…I just want you.
Cosmic: L-L-L-Li-
(Lizun puts a finger to Cosmic’s lips)
Lizun: Shhhhh…
Cosmic:....
Lizun: Just relax, and-
(Cosmic puts a hand to Lizun’s cheek)
Lizun: Hm?
(Cosmic looks into Lizun’s eyes)
Cosmic: L-Lizun…I…
Lizun:...
Cosmic:...I think…I want you too.
Lizun:.... ! Oh!
Cosmic: Yeah I… I think I…
Lizun: Cupcake… I know you said we are best friends but… Wow I…
Cosmic: Did… Did I make you speechless too?
Lizun:...Eheh, I think so.
(Cosmic looks surprised, but she then smiles a bit as Lizun smiles back)
Lizun: So…
Cosmic: So…
(The two stare. They then start to lean in for a moment. Suddenly Cosmic’s comms go off)
Cosmic: !
Lizun: Aww man…!
Cosmic: H-Hang on, I got it!
(Cosmic stands up and answers her comms)
Cosmic: Hello?
Zartrax: *Voice* Cosmic my girl. You’re up for another round at the arena. Win this one and you can fight in the championship. Don’t mess up, I got alot of money riding on you.
(The call ends)
Cosmic:.... *Sighs* Right forgot about that for a second. Well best get over there.
(Cosmic’s about to leave but Lizun grabs Cosmic’s hand making her look back)
Lizun: You going to be okay?
Cosmic: Y-...Yeah, of course. I’ll be fine.
Lizun: Okay. If you’re sure.
Cosmic: I am.
(Lizun nods and she lets go)
Lizun: Be careful.
Cosmic: I’ll try, I promise.
(Cosmic leaves the room)
Lizun:.....
(Lizun puts a hand to her chest)
Lizun: Cupcake…
(Lizun smiles brightly)
Lizun: Heh…what a woman. The woman I love.
(Lizun lays down the bed smiling as the scene cuts to Cosmic leaving the base)
Cosmic:....
(Cosmic thinks back to what she was about to do with Lizun)
Cosmic:..... *Sighs* … Of all the times to start trying to figure out romance Cosmic…
(Cosmic flies off)
Cosmic: Focus on the mission. You have a planet to save. A tyrant to beat. A space Titan is coming. And a demon…
(Cosmic thinks and shakes her head)
Cosmic: Agh, one thing at a time Cosmic, you got this. Just another brawl…
(Cosmic flies off. She arrives at the arena)
Cosmic: Be it people, monsters, or whatever, I’ll win. I’m coming for you Nakal. And I’m ready for you. Archeron.
(Cosmic smirks)
TO BE CONTINUED…