Well helloooooooooooo everyone~~~~~~~~~~~~~~! If you are here then get ready for your mind to be blown by extreme randomness and epicness, because you are about to read what happened at the second annual Lang Zi Says Tournament! This is a sequel to Lang Zi Says, so there will most likely be references to that. I suggest that you check it out before you read this one, then you'll know exactly what's going on and what to expect~! Alright, let's get this sequel rolling~! ^_^
Disclaimer: Nein, Ace Attorney isn't mine but just you wait ^_~
WARNING: Even as the author I have no idea how out of hand this may get XD Just brace yourself for everything to be in here. And I seriously mean EVERYTHING!
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Lang Zi Says Returns!
Chapter One- And So It Begins...
-Date: Saturday, May-
-Time: 12.25am-
-Place: High Prosecutor's Office-
Miles Edgeworth was enjoying a wonderful cup of tea at the time. He was sat on the sofa he had in his office and had thought to himself, what a pleasant day. So peaceful...
He then abruptly stopped, and warning bells suddenly started sounding within his head.
Why does this feel like deja-vu?
It was then that Miles Edgeworth realised that something was not right. There was something, though he wasn't sure what, that he had forgotten. And he was 99% sure that if he didn't remember exactly what he had forgotten, then it would all end in tears. Desperately trying to remember just why he felt like the end of the world was approaching, he neatly placed his (overly expensive) cup of tea down on the small table in front of him and got up from the sofa, beginning to pace up and down.
Well it's nothing work related because I've just finished working on a case... and Grossberg's birthday is next month so that's not it...
Suddenly, the door opened and the prosecutor's line of thought was interrupted. Miles turned around to see who had rudely barged into his office without deigning to knock, presuming that he would see Kay standing there.
It wasn't Kay, and when Miles saw who it really was he smiled.
In the doorway stood a wolf, with a big grin on his face. He looked as cool as ever in his usual get up: black jeans with a silver dragon embodied onto them, a simple black blouse and then a jacket with a gold dragon embodied on. Lang was donning his usual badass haircut, and his intense, honey coloured eyes were gazing at Miles.
"Mornin," smiled the wolf, still looking at Miles.
"Good morning," replied the silver haired one, his smile getting even bigger.
Suddenly his smile disappeared as he suddenly thought: Wait... it isn't our anniversary is it? Shocked that he could possibly forget such a thing, Miles rapidly began to think of the day when they started to officially go out with one another.
Shi-Long entered from the doorway and let out a low chuckle as he saw his boyfriend's confused face. He clearly doesn't remember what day it is... well I guess I can't blame him. It did get rather traumatic last year. He chuckled again, and looked to see if Miles would eventually remember what event was today.
Coming to the conclusion that he would never forget such an important date as their anniversary, the prosecutor let out a sigh of relief and looked at the agent in front of him. Being the ever observant man that he was, Miles detected a glint in Lang's eye. He became suspicious.
The wolf began to laugh, "Why are you looking at me as if I'm the bad guy?"
"Because something is going on... I just can't remember what."
"Well then I can't wait to see your reaction when you finally remember," said Lang in a low voice and he gently leaned in to kiss his boyfriend.
Once the kiss had ended, Lang looked at Miles and simply said, "Follow me."
Although the prosecutor's sense of judgement told him that he really shouldn't follow the agent, he followed him anyway. He was curious to see what would become of this.
Shi-Long felt bad about what he was about to do and he knew that it would probably upset the silver haired one, but he had no choice in the matter. Sooner or later they would reach their destination.
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-Date: Saturday, May-
-Time: 1.00pm-
-Place: Random Field-
Miles took in the surroundings and realisation began to wash over him.
Wait a second... this isn't... it couldn't possibly be...
A look of horror fixed itself to the prosecutor's face and he immediately started to run in the opposite direction. Lang pre-empted something like this and so effectively managed to block the way in which Miles was attempting to escape. It was too late.
"L-Lang... Why?" Miles looked up at Lang accusingly, hurt evident in his voice. Guilt attacked Lang. Before he could give his explanation however:
"KYAAAAAAA~~~! And last year's champion has finally arrived~! What took you so long Wolfie? You weren't doing anything that you shouldn't have been doing were you?" Kay winked as she said that last bit. Miles knew exactly what she was hinting at.
"Don't be ridiculous Kay! Like I would ever-"
"-follow me right this way!" The thief completely ignored whatever protest the prosecutor was about to give.
"I refuse to partake in this!" Miles was resolute.
Kay simply smiled, "But I thought a gentlemen never went back on his word?"
"Nngh!" The silver haired one finally remembered everything then: the compromising situations, wearing a frilly dress, having to retrieve his cravat by... well he remembered it all. He thought that he had suppressed those memories, but they were back once again. He also remembered that he was obligated to compete this year, and compete to the best of his abilities.
Knowing that she had won, the young Yatagarasu guided Miles and Lang into the field where no rules or laws applied.
"Don't be so grumpy Mr. Edgeworth~!" Smiled Kay. "After all, if it wasn't for last year then you and Wolfie wouldn't be together now~!"
Lang and Edgeworth looked at each other and smiled.
I guess she does have a point, Miles conceded.
The prosecutor could see a group of people in the distance, and he wondered who was mad enough to actually return this year.
"Kay... do I even want to know how you forced everyone here this time?"
"Is it so hard to believe that they returned of their own free will?"
"Yes," said the silver haired man bluntly.
Kay just let out a small, yet evil, laugh. "The Yatagarasu has her ways..."
Once they had reached the group, Miles saw that many past contestants were here, ready to compete and ready to win. In the group was:
Franziska von Karma
Maggey Byrde
Ema Skye
Lana Skye
Dick Gumshoe
Not as many people as last time... I guess she couldn't force everyone into it this time.
Miles was pulled out of his thoughts when a loud
-BANG-
sounded.
He looked up to see what the cause was and... of course.
"Kay, for goodness sake you're seriously doing this again? You got taken to court last time!"
Kay merely stood atop the stage that had miraculously appeared from nowhere.
"I have no idea what you're referring to," Kay said, feigning innocence.
"You know exactly what I'm talking about! The rock band known as The Gavinners sued you for blackmail and then stealing their stage! And you've just done it again!"
Kay huffed. "I can't believe you prosecuted against me!"
"Well there was no way I could have defended you, you were clearly guilty! So what did you do this time? Don't tell me you stole Klavier's motorbike again..."
"Of course not!" The young thief paused... "It was his electric guitar," she mumbled quietly.
Before Miles could say anything to that, Gumshoe asked, "Did you ask Troupe Gramarye for help with the magic again?"
"No..." Kay said uneasily.
"They took out a restraining order against her," explained Miles.
"Well if merely borrowing something from someone and refusing to give it back until they fulfill once teeny tiny favor is a crime-"
"-Which it is." Interrupted the prosecutor.
"Honestly!" The raven haired girl let out an over dramatic sigh, "What has this country come to?"
"So may I ask how you made this appear without the aide of the Troupe's magic?" Lana enquired.
"It was thanks to your sister actually," explained the young thief. "Last year she ran into Max Galactica, remember? He seemed determined to outdo all the tricks that the Gramarye's pulled last year and so kindly leant us a few tricks." Kay smiled, then that smile turned more into an evil grin. I'm pretty sure there's nothing against the law in merely borrowing a person and refusing to give them back until they complete one teeny tiny favor. The thief thought about the bubbly blonde who wore a pink leotard that she had hidden away. It was amazing how enthusiastic Max had become about helping out with the magic when he realised what had happened.
Edgeworth narrowed his eyes. "What did you do?"
Franziska was becoming impatient at about this time.
"Fools! Would you stop conversing about foolishly foolish things and get on with the competition?"
Kay agreed, and she morphed into cheesy host mode. Hopping up onto the stage and grabbing a microphone, she began to announce the reason that they were all here that day.
"Alright~~! Hello there everyone! Welcome to the second ever annual Lang Zi Says Tournament!" As soon as she had mentioned the name of the tournament the Lang Zi Says Theme tune began to blast out through the loudspeakers. For those of you who don't know what this theme tune is, it consists of Kay's voice on a rock tune singing, "L-l-l-l Lang Zi! L-l-l-l Lang Zi! This is the Lang Zi Says tournament! Lalalalalalala~ LANG ZI!"
I see that the theme song is just as God awful as before, Miles thought bitterly. He really didn't want to be here.
"Okay, so I shall explain the rules for those of you who don't know how this works~! The aim of the game is to-"
"-OBJECTION! STOP BEING FOOLISH! We all know how to play as all of us were competing last year! So quit foolishly stalling!"
Kay looked shocked. "What are you on about? We have three new contestants this year!"
Everyone looked around. Ema was the one to comment this time.
"Using the scientific method of addition and subtraction... we seem to have actually lost four contestants from last year. Scientifically speaking that is."
Kay puffed out her chest in an attempt to look dignified. "Well that's because you haven't met the new contestants yet! I'm going to give them a proper introduction~! Okay, so without further ado, let's welcome our new contestants!"
Kay was twirling around the stage, completely full of energy. She pressed a random button and a small section of the stage floor began to open up. A platform was beginning to rise up and it was obvious that a new contestant would be on there. Kay began to give some background.
"Our first new contestant made an appearance here last year! He's a real hit with the ladies and is always good for a laugh. Will everyone please welcome: Larry Butz~!"
Larry was now on the stage with that cheesy grin of his.
"Hey everyone~!"
"Since when has Larry ever been 'a hit with the ladies'?" Asked Edgeworth skeptically.
"WHY ARE YOU ALWAYS SO MEAN TO ME EDGEY?" The Butz started to throw a childish tantrum.
The sound of a whip cracking against the ground was heard. It was Franziska, and she was looking at Larry with one of the most terrifying looks that you can possibly imagine.
"This fool will be competing? I refuse to allow it! I will take him out early!" And as she said this she readied her whip to assault the now terrified man.
"WOAH! Okay people, let's all get along!" Urged Kay.
"This foolish man made a mockery of me last year, and he was only here for two minutes! I shall have my revenge!"
Everyone paused to remember what the prosecuting prodigy was going on about.
They suddenly all remembered. Larry had published some embarrassing children's book about her without her consent. Well, there was that and the fact that he had convinced Kay that they were an item. Long story short: Franziska ended up needlessly confessing who she was going out with.
Once Lana had managed to get Franziska into some semi-calm state, Kay deemed it safe enough for Larry to join the others.
If Franziska is aiming for him then I doubt he'll hold out very long... observed Miles.
Another button was pressed and once again a pedestal began to rise up with the next contestant on it.
"Our next competitor looks all set to be a real contender for the win!"
This piqued the interest of everyone here. They were pretty sure that Larry wouldn't present that much of a problem, but they might just have to watch their backs when it came to this person, according to the young thief turned host for a day.
"He is a fan of all the finer and more mature things in life, and enjoys nothing more than a cup of well blended coffee. I wouldn't get on this guy's bad side if I were you, will everyone please welcome: Godot~!"
The only contestants who knew about Godot were Lana, Franziska and Miles as they were all prosecutors along with him.
The man before them stood on the stage, the very personification of cool.
Wow... he looks like he'll provide a real challenge! Lang started to get all excited, he loved last year's competition as it pushed him to his limits. He was looking forward to more challenges this year, and this strange man looked like he would provide that.
Godot opened his mouth and out came his velvet smooth voice, "I hear that this competition shall be unpredictable, yet somewhat alluring... It reminds me of my special blend #108." And with that, he downed the mug of coffee that he held in his hand and jumped down off the stage to join the others.
Lang stopped for a moment before thinking: Well... I guess when he looks like that he's bound to be a bit eccentric.
Kay pushed a final button.
"Our next contestant is always a fan favorite. Whenever this person is around, you can't help but feel elated~! And so, due to popular audience demand, will you please welcome-"
Kay couldn't announce the name of the contestant as they interrupted her by shrieking:
"WHIPPERSNAPPERS!"
Miles immediately became tense. Lang noticed this and looked at the prosecutor, who had now turned a whiter shade of pale.
Kay didn't... She wouldn't... WHY?
"It's Wendy Oldbag everyone~!" Announced the Yatagarasu.
Said new competitor turned and glared at the young thief. "How dare you coop me down there you whippersnapper! I tell you, young people today! No respect! It's like that time that I went down to the store and I came back laden with shopping! There were young people everywhere! Did they offer assistance to this poor old lady? NO! I tell you-" And the old bag was off on one of her rants. All the other contestants were cringing at the thought of having to spend the entire day with her. Suddenly, Wendy stopped mid rant when she clapped eyes on a certain someone.
"Edgey-poo~~!" The old lady's voice turned all dreamy and adoring. "How are you my darling Edgey-poo? It's been a long time hasn't it?" She was blushing now, and Lang just stared at this old lady as she was clearly flirting with his boyfriend. He narrowed his eyes but then felt a tug on his sleeve. It was Miles. He looked up at the agent and then said, "Just kill me now!" He quickly glared daggers into Kay for inviting this old lady to come along and compete before he leaned against the agent. He sighed and said quietly, "It's going to be a long day..."
"ALRIIIIGHT~!" Kay exclaimed happily. "Now that you have met our new contestants it is time to clarify the rules! This game is Lang Zi Says and the rules of this game are simple. Everyone takes turns to say what Lang Zi says, and the person they are aiming for has to perform it. No matter what! Failure to comply with Lang Zi's request results in immediate disqualification. Eventually only one will be left standing and they will become the champion! The champion gets to choose one of the contestants to be their slave for a day, and they must be compliant with each and every request that they get! Also, if someone has to perform a Lang Zi on you, then you must let them do it, otherwise you shall be out!"
Kay grinned as she saw all those who were here the previous year groan at the memories of last year.
"And don't ever think about lying~" she started to melodically say this next bit. "Because if you do, Little Thief will alert me to it! If you lie during a Lang Zi where you have to tell the truth, then you're out and you will have to sit on the Loser's Bench~!" Kay motioned towards a bench to her right hand side on the stage.
"Everyone clear about what they must do?"
All nodded.
"Well then, let's get this year's tournament underway! The second annual Lang Zi Says Tournament has begun~!"
And so the competition began. The game that defies any and all reason has returned!
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And so we come to the end of the first chapter! Are you guys ready to see our favorite characters be put into ludicrous situations once again? I know I am~! ^_^ As always I urge to review, I love reviews so much~! If you have an idea for a Lang Zi that you want a character to do then please feel free to mention it and I shall endeavor to work it into the story :) Also, like last time, I am planning on doing an interview chapter at the end, so please leave your questions for the characters and me throughout the course of the story. Until next time dear readers~~! ^.^
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