Title: Rules Of Engagement
Disclaimer: Sadly I am not the owner of the wonderful strike of brilliance that is Veronica Mars and its associated characters. All the credit goes to the genius that is Rob Thomas.
Warning: Although the fic contains no curse words, some are implied or censored out!
Story: Set in an alternate version of Ruskie Business. Also Duncan never found out that Veronica might be his sister. Story picks up from where Logan views the footage of his mom's jump.
Author's Note: A special thanks must be issued to my new partner in crime Red Devil.
For ideas, support and guidance. She was kind enough to come up with the marvelous title. Please Review! Sorry it is so short.
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Duncan Kane strolled through the halls of Neptune High, watching as the smiling faces passed him by and silent words were whispered behind his back. It had been like this for a while now, ever since Lilly had died. Everyone had taken it upon themselves to make sure that the 'King of Neptune' really was coping with the loss of his beloved sister. Most were too stupid to understand that the constant whispering that was always left in the wake of his presence did nothing to help with the pain of loss. It wasn't until he walked past the newsroom that he was snapped out of his daze.
Logan Echolls, his best friend and confidante stormed out of the news room a strange expression etched across his features. It was understandable that Logan was upset, I mean after all his mom had just died and it was a relief to Duncan to see that his friend no longer appeared to be in denial, he could only hope. Duncan was about to chase after his close friend, but the very familiar figure of Veronica Mars racing after Logan stopped him.
"Logan! Wait!" Veronica yelled at the tall figure that was progressing towards the closest exit.
The tiny figure raced down the hallway completely unaware that the love of her life had been watching the whole scene with a bemused expression gracing his features. What on earth was Veronica Mars doing with Logan Echolls? Convincing himself that it was nothing of consequence Duncan Kane continued his walk out into the quad, casting a quick glance towards his ex and his best friend before taking his rightful seat at the 09er table.
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Later at the Sunset Regent
Duncan Kane watched from afar as the love of his life, HIS Veronica walked through the middle of town, a sparkling diamond ring gracing her engagement finger. Glancing at dainty wrist Veronica ran for it, completely unaware of the fact that her ex-boyfriend was trailing curiously behind her.
Duncan POV.
What the hell is going on? Veronica, MY Veronica is engaged? How could I not know about this? When did it happen? She wasn't dating anyone before I left. Was she?!
Veronica rushed into the hotel lobby giving Logan a very warm welcome and uttering a few words that Duncan couldn't hear. Approaching the clerk Veronica pasted a huge grin across her delicate features.
"Hello. My fiancé and I would like to look at some honeymoon suites." Veronica continued to grin as she placed a bejeweled hand upon Logan's arm ensuring that the hotel clerk caught a glimpse of the impressive ring that was sparkling on her finger.
With her free hand Veronica pulled out a giant white, frilly scrapbook, slamming it upon the reception desk and flipping through the pages.
"Here's sort of what I had in mind," said a still smiling Veronica.
The clerk who now looked thoroughly impressed cast a glance at Logan who simply smiled.
"Wow sugar puss, someone's been busy." Logan quipped as he gave the girl standing next to him a quick kiss atop her head.
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Duncan's POV:
What the hell is going on? Since when had Veronica and Logan ever spent any time together whatsoever? They hated each other! And now she was kissing him and talking about honeymoon suites. Is that why she ran after him today? Why Logan seemed happier than he should have been giving the unfortunate circumstances? It wasn't supposed to happen like this. She was his and his alone. Veronica and Duncan forever! What the hell did Logan think he was doing? What the hell did Veronica think she was doing? Sht!!!! How could this have happened?
Duncan Kane walked away from the hotel and the woman he loved. Unable to deal with the emotions that threatened to consume him, heart, body and soul. Slowly Duncan made his way through the cold, unfriendly streets of Neptune, ignoring the stares and whispers that usually accompanied him ever since day that Lilly had died.
How could this be happening? When had things gone so wrong? When did his life become so effed up?
Flashback:
Veronica stood at her locker so full of hope and light as she spoke to Lilly. He still hadn't told Veronica they were over yet, not sure he'd have the courage to tell her when she was so close, waiting to be touched and held. She didn't even see him and Logan until they were close and her eyes lit up at the sight of him, Duncan Kane. They always did that when he was around? So why was he doing this? Why couldn't he just tell her he loved her instead of slowly ripping her heart out an inch at a time? All he knew was that it was better this way. It was for her own good and sooner or later she'd realize that everything he did was for her benefit. Even as he thought this Duncan knew something was wrong, if this was for her own good then why did it feel like he was slowly dying inside?
End Flashback….