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disclaimer: Surprisingly enough I dont own Lupin, Jigen, Fujiko or Goemon...
"Hell of a reunion, huh? Want another drink?"
"Yeah, thanks. So what happened after you left Chicago? Where did you go?"
"Well the plane I took was headed for Vegas, so I kicked around there for a year or two, worked at the Bunny Ranch, until one day, one of my father's men recognized me. The girls all knew me as Scarlett there and they were so kind. They helped me escape to Mexico, which was where I first heard of Lupin the Third, come to think of it. Anyways, I spent a year there, then I went to Europe, where I learned even more about the infamous thief and his gang. About a year ago, I decided that I was going to try and find you, I was sure it was you. I tracked you through Japan and all over Europe. I had to see you again, Jigen. God it's been eleven years since I last saw my family, friends or home."
"I know, it's hard. The life we chose sucks."
"Yeah. Do you want to know something?"
"What's that?"
"Well, to be perfectly honest, I never did get over that crush." she said blushing.
"Is that a good thing or a bad thing?"
"You tell me."
"I'd say it's a good thing." Jigen said with a smile.
Ling leaned in close to Jigen and kissed him passionately. He returned the kiss and wrapped his good arm around her back. She started to unbutton her blouse and Jigen laid back. Ling straddled the gunman and removed her hat, tossing it onto the nightstand, as did Jigen. She laid ontop of him and kissed him again. He reached behind her and unsnapped her bra, she tossed it aside. As she lay on him, kissing, she reached down and unzipped his pants. He pulled them off as she took off her own. He laid her down on the bed and climbed ontop, entering her. He leaned in and kissed her hard on the mouth. When they had finished, Ling lay in Jigen's arms.
"Well, I'd have to say that was worth the wait." she said smiling.
"Yeah, you're good."
"Thanks, I try."
"So what are you gonna do now? Got any plans?"
"Actually, no. I didn't really expect to catch up with you, so I never thought of what would happen after this."
"Why don't you come with us? I mean, you'd want to, right?"
"Of course I want to, but what would your partners say?"
"If Lupin can keep bringing Fujiko back, then why can't I bring you? Besides, like what he says is going to make me change my mind."
Ling smiled, "Are you sure you want me around?"
"Of course. Come on, let's go see 'em now, those guys are probably gone."
"Yeah ok, let me shower first. I'm gonna change my hair too, okay?"
"Mind if I join you?"
"Please, I insist." she said with a wink.
They showered together and when they got out, Ling cut her platinum blonde hair.
"I just had it colored like this, like it?"
"Mhmm, looks great, not quite like a Ling though."
"You think I should change my name? I was kind of wanting to anyway."
"Sure, why the hell not? How about Marilyn? Like Monroe."
She blushed, "I like it, but-"
"But what? You're twice as pretty, besides I think it suits you."
"Marilyn it is then." she said, blushing harder. "Marilyn Richards, how does that sound?"
"Perfect."
"Okay, let's go."
They climbed into her car and drove to Lupin's hideout.
"Okay, just let me do the talking first."
"Right."
Lupin looked up from the television, "Hey man, you're finally back." he spotted Marilyn, "And you must be the trouble he told me about. Enchantee Mademoiselle Trouble." He kissed her hand.
Marilyn laughed, "The pleasure is all mine, but I'm not the trouble he mentioned."
"Then just who the hell are you?" asked a suspicious Fujiko. "Since when do you bring women home Jigen?"
"Well, uhh-" started Jigen.
"My name is Marilyn, Marilyn Richards."
"If you aren't the trouble, then what was?" asked Lupin.
"Damnit Lupin, I told you. Some guys showed up and shot me, Jesus Christ, you never friggin listen."
"Oh yeah, you're okay though, right?"
"Gee, thanks for your concern, man."
"You're welcome. So, how did you get involved, Marilyn?"
"I hid him at my place and fixed up his arm, until those guys left."
"Okay, thanks, but why are you here now?
"I came here in hopes of joining your little family, Lupin."
"Oh yeah? And why is that?"
"Let's just say, I'm a fan of your work."
"So what exactly can you do?"
"Just think of me as a cross between Jigen and Fujiko."
"Eww, I just pictured Jigen's head on Fuji-cakes body."
Marilyn smiled, "Not quite what I meant. I was taught by the best gunman there is, so I'm quite proficient with firearms. Also, I'm pretty good at using my body to get what I want."
"I'd like to test you in that area. He-he-he-he-he." he said as he tried to touch her thigh.
"Hey Lupin! Back to business, is she in or not?" asked Jigen, turning red.
"Yeah, why the hell not? Alright cupcake, we'll give you a chance."
"Lupin, you can't seriously be letting this girl in. You don't know anything about her."
"Well, everyone deserves a chance Fuji-cakes."
Fujiko had had enough of Lupin's drooling over the other woman and decided to go out. Lupin took Jigen to another room to talk with him in private, which left Marilyn alone with Goemon.
"Tell me Marilyn, how did you come across Jigen?"
"I was walking down an alley when I heard a commotion and saw him. He was out of bullets, so I had to get him out of there."
"And why is it he brought you here? It isn't like him to be so trusting."
"I know, let's just say Jigen and I have a similar past."
"What do you mean?"
"I really oughtn't go into that if he hasn't told you."
"Tell me now woman, or," Goemon stood and drew Zantetsuken out of its sheath, "I will kill you."
"I'm sorry, Goemon-san, but I cannot tell you anymore then what he has already told you. It's not my place."
"This is your last chance." He said pressing the tip of his blade against her throat.
Meanwhile, Jigen and Lupin were watching what was going on between Marilyn and Goemon in another room.
"Damnit Lupin! What the hell is he doing?"
"Relax, I said we'd give her a chance, this is it."
"If he hurts her, I'll..."
"You'll what? Now Jigen, Fujiko was right, this isn't like you. Bringing home a strange woman? That's something I do. What's up with you, man?"
"Look, like the girl said, we have alot in common. Our past lives are alot alike."
"Hmm?"
"Just forget it."
Marilyn looked Goemon in the eyes, "Goemon-san, kill me if you must, but I will not tell you anymore."
He raised his sword and she closed her eyes, preparing for the sword to cut through her. But Goemon returned the blade to it's sheath and bowed to her.
"Thank you, Marilyn. You have proven yourself a friend to Jigen, and a friend of Jigen, is a friend of mine."
"Phew, that was a test?"
"Yes, and you passed."
"Good. Man, that was scary."
"But, if you hurt him, I will kill you."
"I won't."
Jigen smiled, "See? I told you she's good."
"Yeah, but why didn't she pull her gun?"
"Well, because....I don't know. There must be a good reason."
"Indeed."
They walked into the room, "Well done Marilyn, you passed with flying colors."
"Thank you Lupin."
"Sorry about that, kid. I didn't know that was going to happen." Jigen explained.
"Hey, it's cool, I proved myself, didn't I? No harm done."
"Come on, let me show you around."
"Okay." She followed him out the door, into the next room.
Lupin turned to Goemon, "What do you think, Goemon?"
"She has proven she can be trusted."
"Yeah, but I still want to see her skills, especially that second one." Lupin said with a grin.
"I wouldn't hold my breath if I were you, Lupin."
"Huh? What do you mean?"
"Didn't you notice how angry Jigen got when you tried to feel up her leg?"
"I was kinda distracted, man."
Just then, Fujiko came back in, "Is that little bitch gone yet?"
"Marilyn? No, Jigen's showing her around."
"Hmph. Why are you letting her in, lover? Aren't I good enough for you anymore?"
"Oh baby, you're my one and only, but-"
"But?"
"But, I said I'd give her a chance."
"You're just going to let Jigen bring in some girl he met on the street? Who's to say she even knows what she's doing? Lupin, you know nothing about her!"
"Why Fuji-cakes, are you jealous?" he asked with a smirk.
"You wish, jerk."
"Anyway, baby, I know she's from America. Didn't you hear her speaking? She has the same accent as Jigen. He knows her."
"What?" asked both Goemon and Fujiko.
"Yep. I don't know how or why, but he does, and if Jigen trusts her, then so do I, for now."