Author's Note: IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ! Now if you're anything like me, you're probably going to skip the author's note and scroll down to the story. That's why I've made the A/N the whole first chapter. You must read this before you start the story. This is because there are a few very important notes I need to make.
First, this story contains MAJOR spoilers. If you haven't seen the last four episodes, then don't read. Unless, of course, you don't mind me ruining the big surprises. Mainly, these are Wolfwood spoilers and a little Knives, too. So don't blame me if you get pissed that I spoiled the ending! STOP NOW if you do not want spoilers, even in the author's note!
Second, I need to explain a little something about Knives. After I saw the last episode, I was talking with my friend, a fellow Trigun addict, and we were arguing over what was up with Knives at the end. At first I thought he was dead, and Vash was bringing him home to the girls for dinner. (^_^) Maddy-chan argued that he's not dead, just stunned and Vash is taking him home to turn him around. Kinda like rehabilitation. So I had to agree with her, and in this fic, Knives has redeemed himself. Maybe it's not logical, but hey, look who you're talking to! And since he wasn't in any eps that much, I had to make up a lot of his personality. This is just my interpretation, so no one get mad at me. I tried to give him a mean streak (reminiscent of his formerly evil persona), and I hope I did a good job.
Third, this story takes place a while after the last episode. Don't ask how long, it doesn't matter! For once, no one is chasing Vash, so the group is just kinda wandering. Meryl & Milly are still traveling w/Vash, just in case he gets into more trouble. But there's no mission or anything, 'cause Knives and Vash have made peace and all.
Fourth, my previously mentioned fellow Trigun addict also bugged me about what the guys are wearing. Remember in the last minute Vash dropped his traditional red trench coat? So what's he wearing now? That little spandex number doesn't exactly look normal, and the same goes for Knives. So my answer is: it doesn't matter! I'll leave that up to your imagination. Hey, if you're really hentai, you can even picture them buck naked for the entire fic. And if you're really unimaginative, they're wearing outfits like the one Vash left Lina & Grandma in. (or as I call it, "The sexy outfit" ~_^)
Fifth, names. Please don't make fun of me! I had to make up a bunch of names for towns and stuff. I started out using months as town names, but it got boring. So I tried something more original. Maybe they sound funny, but oh well. Deal! And those of you who read Mr. Bishounen might remember Emerald Star. That's my buddy Ani's alter ego, and she made up the name. So if you find that one funny, go ahead and send flames to her! ^_^
Lastly, disclaimers. I OWN NOTHING! I obviously don't own any of the actual Trigun characters, and, like I said, Emerald is Ani's made-up alter ego. I don't even have Nate or the kids copyrighted! So you can't sue me! =P However, this story is an original of mine. It's ALL MINE! Nobody else contributed! (except for a few ideas from Nina-chan, Emmy-chan, Curly-chan, and Lee-chan) So if you want to reproduce this fic for any reason, please Email me first! I don't wanna be surfin' Trigun fansites and suddenly come upon my fanfiction! Of course, there is the chance that everybody will hate my story, and this is totally unnecessary 'cause no one will read past the first chapter...But I'm an optimist! ^_^
All righty, I think that's about it. This story has a little bit of everything in it, including some real mush that I can't believe I wrote. I'm beginning to see a pattern in my writing. If you've read my Slayers fics, you'll know what I mean. Well, on with the story!
Oh, by the way. Thanks to Ani for summarizing my story and for encouraging me to post as much as I have! She informs me that there are actually people who are waiting for my next fic! (hard to believe, but thanks for your support, Ani-chan! ^_^) I will post the rest as soon as Maddy comes through for me on that name!
First, this story contains MAJOR spoilers. If you haven't seen the last four episodes, then don't read. Unless, of course, you don't mind me ruining the big surprises. Mainly, these are Wolfwood spoilers and a little Knives, too. So don't blame me if you get pissed that I spoiled the ending! STOP NOW if you do not want spoilers, even in the author's note!
Second, I need to explain a little something about Knives. After I saw the last episode, I was talking with my friend, a fellow Trigun addict, and we were arguing over what was up with Knives at the end. At first I thought he was dead, and Vash was bringing him home to the girls for dinner. (^_^) Maddy-chan argued that he's not dead, just stunned and Vash is taking him home to turn him around. Kinda like rehabilitation. So I had to agree with her, and in this fic, Knives has redeemed himself. Maybe it's not logical, but hey, look who you're talking to! And since he wasn't in any eps that much, I had to make up a lot of his personality. This is just my interpretation, so no one get mad at me. I tried to give him a mean streak (reminiscent of his formerly evil persona), and I hope I did a good job.
Third, this story takes place a while after the last episode. Don't ask how long, it doesn't matter! For once, no one is chasing Vash, so the group is just kinda wandering. Meryl & Milly are still traveling w/Vash, just in case he gets into more trouble. But there's no mission or anything, 'cause Knives and Vash have made peace and all.
Fourth, my previously mentioned fellow Trigun addict also bugged me about what the guys are wearing. Remember in the last minute Vash dropped his traditional red trench coat? So what's he wearing now? That little spandex number doesn't exactly look normal, and the same goes for Knives. So my answer is: it doesn't matter! I'll leave that up to your imagination. Hey, if you're really hentai, you can even picture them buck naked for the entire fic. And if you're really unimaginative, they're wearing outfits like the one Vash left Lina & Grandma in. (or as I call it, "The sexy outfit" ~_^)
Fifth, names. Please don't make fun of me! I had to make up a bunch of names for towns and stuff. I started out using months as town names, but it got boring. So I tried something more original. Maybe they sound funny, but oh well. Deal! And those of you who read Mr. Bishounen might remember Emerald Star. That's my buddy Ani's alter ego, and she made up the name. So if you find that one funny, go ahead and send flames to her! ^_^
Lastly, disclaimers. I OWN NOTHING! I obviously don't own any of the actual Trigun characters, and, like I said, Emerald is Ani's made-up alter ego. I don't even have Nate or the kids copyrighted! So you can't sue me! =P However, this story is an original of mine. It's ALL MINE! Nobody else contributed! (except for a few ideas from Nina-chan, Emmy-chan, Curly-chan, and Lee-chan) So if you want to reproduce this fic for any reason, please Email me first! I don't wanna be surfin' Trigun fansites and suddenly come upon my fanfiction! Of course, there is the chance that everybody will hate my story, and this is totally unnecessary 'cause no one will read past the first chapter...But I'm an optimist! ^_^
All righty, I think that's about it. This story has a little bit of everything in it, including some real mush that I can't believe I wrote. I'm beginning to see a pattern in my writing. If you've read my Slayers fics, you'll know what I mean. Well, on with the story!
Oh, by the way. Thanks to Ani for summarizing my story and for encouraging me to post as much as I have! She informs me that there are actually people who are waiting for my next fic! (hard to believe, but thanks for your support, Ani-chan! ^_^) I will post the rest as soon as Maddy comes through for me on that name!