Bound By Stardust (OC x Jotaro)

☆ Chapter 2 - you've been quiet ☆

The hum of the plane's engines had been replaced by the urban symphony of New York as Joseph Joestar, Kioku, and Avdol disembarked after a twelve-hour flight. The Speedwagon Foundation, ever efficient, had a representative waiting to whisk them away.

The neon lights of the cityscape painted a vibrant backdrop as they navigated through the bustling streets.

The trio was delivered to the imposing Joestar building, a towering structure that seemed to hold the weight of generations within its walls. A hushed excitement lingered as they waited in the lobby, the anticipation growing with every passing second.

Eventually, the attentive gaze of Suzi Q fell upon them, recognition lighting up her eyes."Joseph! Avdol! And who's this?" Suzi inquired, her eyes landing on Kioku.

"Ah, Darling, meet Kioku. We rescued her yesterday, after a fight, but shes okay now." Joseph introduced, the words holding a blend of warmth and mystery.

Suzi greeted Kioku with a kind smile, her intuition sensing the enigmatic air surrounding the quiet figure. "Welcome, Kioku. You're in good company here."After exchanging pleasantries, they were led to a private area where Joestar-san revealed the gravity of the situation.

His grandson, Jotaro, was incarcerated, his Stand awakened by an ominous force. The return of an old adversary, DIO, sent shivers down their spines. Kioku's keen eyes betrayed a hint of recognition at the name, a distant echo in her foggy memory.

"DIO," Joseph began, delving into a tale that sent ripples through time. He spoke of the Joestar family's dark history with this malevolent force, a connection deeply rooted in Stands and a thirst for power. Kioku absorbed the information, each revelation resonating with a part of her she couldn't quite grasp.

Joseph shared his suspicions about DIO's return, the ominous implications casting a shadow over their resolve. The decision was made - they would rescue Jotaro from the clutches of jail and harness the strength of his Stand in their impending battle against DIO.

The room buzzed with tension as plans were carefully laid out. Kioku, although reserved, nodded in agreement. She understood the gravity of the situation, the weight of a destiny she was yet to fully comprehend.

DIO's name hung heavily in the air, and Kioku, recognizing the gravity of the situation, felt a strange sense of familiarity with the name. But like mist slipping through her fingers, the memory eluded her.

"Kioku, you've been quiet," Joestar-san addressed her directly, his eyes holding a mix of curiosity and concern.

She hesitated before speaking, her voice a soft undertone in the room. "I recognize the name DIO, but I can't quite recall where I heard it. My memory is lost, like a ship adrift in a foggy sea, with no compass to guide it back to shore."Joestar-san nodded empathetically, understanding the struggles she faced.

"DIO is a shadow that has haunted the Joestar family for generations. A formidable adversary with a Stand unlike any other. The connection between Stands, the Joestar family, and DIO runs deep."

The revelation left Kioku with more questions than answers, her silent contemplation echoing in the room. Avdol, sensing her inner turmoil, spoke up, "Kioku, the past may be obscured, but together we'll unveil its secrets."

With the decision to confront DIO solidified, the room buzzed with a renewed sense of purpose. Plans were set in motion, and preparations for the impending journey to Japan began. The group, bound by the threads of fate and a shared destiny, readied themselves for the challenges that awaited.

Kioku, Avdol, and Joseph prepare to catch a flight to Japan, ready to confront the looming threat posed by DIO and his minions. The city lights outside the Joestar building flicker, a beacon guiding them towards an uncertain future. As they board the plane, the engines roar to life, carrying the trio into the unknown, where the echoes of the past collided with the present, forging a path toward an inevitable confrontation with destiny.

To Be Continued