This is a dark and gritty Mario story that is similar in context to Sapphira's "The Prophecy." I hope you enjoy it!
Chapter 1: Domination
Bowser stood on the balcony of his castle, staring down at his troops below. They were busily preparing for yet another invasion of the Mushroom Kingdom. Bowser snorted and looked up at the dark beak sky; it was filled with ominous clouds that seemed to envelop the entire land in misery. Kamek, Bowser's faithful Magikoopa servant, walked up behind the Koopa King and interrupted his tranquility.
"Sir, the tanks and Bob-Omb carriers are ready." Kamek said as he adjusted his blue cloak.
"Good, good. This will hopefully be the last time we have to invade the Mushroom Kingdom. I am fully confident that we will prevail this time!" Bowser said as he motioned down below to his troops.
"That", Bowser said, "Is the ultimate army of destruction. "5000 troops with 500 tanks poised and ready to attack the peaceful citizens of the Mushroom Kingdom. Those pathetic fools think they are completely safe from any of my threats. Well they may have been before, but all that will change in the coming months..." Bowser said as he placed his clawed hand on Kamek's shoulder.
Bowser bellowed down at the troops below. "Listen my troops. I know you have all been busy for months preparing for this invasion. Well your preperation has paid off. Tomorrow we attack the Mushroom Kingdom and take control of the throne!" The monster's roars seemed to shake the air like thunder as the troops cheered in anticipation for their attack.
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Meanwhile, in the Mushroom Kingdom, Mario was visiting Princess Peach Toadstool in her castle.
"I'm so glad you could come and visit Mario." Peach said calmly.
"I'm glad to be here! Look at the sky, isn't it lovely today?" Mario said as the two of them peered out the balcony window of the Princess's room.
"Yes, I love these clear sunny days, it makes me feel so peaceful..." Peach said, as she inched closer to Mario.
Mario coughed slightly and stared at the floor tiles. Peach looked at him, concerned.
"What's wrong?" she asked kindly.
"I don't know. It's just that we've known each other for such a long time, and I feel like our relationship isn't going anywhere. I just want to ask you..." Mario pulled out a small blue box from his pocket; he handed it to Peach, who's crystal-blue eyes widened.
"Yes..." Peach asked nervously. She had anticipated this moment since the first day Mario had saved her from Bowser...
Mario cleared his throat and gluped. "Will you marry me Peach? Please, be my wife."
"Oh yes Mario! I would be so happy to!" Peach leaned in and kissed Mario on the cheek. Mario blushed with embarrassment.
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How do you like it? Chapter 2 will be posted tomorrow.
