Hey everyone! I'm reading through my author's notes, and I realize that I use the word 'guys' a lot... And I use a lot of exclamation points. Haha, just to tell you all, I'm not really that enthusiastic in real life (though I'm not depressed either, I'm kinda in between). XD To tell you the truth, my author's notes make me look like I'm on a lifetime high.. Geez.
I'm also wondering.. French people must have a lot of money... I was scrolling through the Code Lyoko Evolution Online Shop, and I found a red hoodie that says 'Code Lyoko Evolution' on the back that I really want and... it's fifty one dollars. Gah, that's money I don't have! It sounds cheaper in euros, LOL!
Well, there goes my mouth again. Here's the next chapter! It's pretty short, with I think too much dialogue... Dang, Marin Lafitte is cute! Just make me stop.. *facepalm* Oh my God.. please just.. eugh, just read the chapter! :(
Chapter 6: Meeting
Odd, Ulrich, and Yumi came out of the portal only to meet headquarters, Brynga following close behind. They find Jeremie and Aelita not in the arena, so they assumed for them to be busy attending some duties.
"You guys stay here," said Yumi, "and I'll look for them."
In response, Odd and Ulrich bobbed their heads in agreement. Brynga stood still, roaming her eyes in curiosity.
Now this is a fighting arena.
Yumi walked to the infirmary, and found Jeremie tending a female fighter's wounds, her shirt rolled up a few inches. The room was fairly large, occupied by fifty or so cots that weren't so comfortable. The walls were painted a monotonous, off-white, and the floor was matching white linoleum. Counters were placed between the beds, serving as nightstands for the patients, and cabinets were mounted on the walls, filled with medicinal tools. This was built right after the final battle which took Dominik's life, so it was still relatively new. Aelita sat to the side, eyeing her boyfriend with not even the slightest bit of contempt; she didn't bother being jealous whenever Jeremie would spend time with another girl.
The fact that Jeremie wasn't even bold enough to ever dare eye another girl with yearning was enough to keep Aelita faithful. Plus, it was his job anyway since the Items of Schaeffer were out of their reach now. Ever since the murder of King Dominik, the government kept it locked somewhere only a few knew about, for the fear of its power falling into the wrong hands was too great. Same reason as to why when Jeremie went through that fatal stab in the chest, they couldn't use it. Aelita was infuriated that time. She despised the government; they always abused their 'authority.'
But nevertheless, Odd went to steal the Dragon's Barrette anyway. He didn't like public transportation; he might as well take advantage of his feline agility and vast fighting experience. Yumi and Ulrich shrugged, automatically agreeing to use it. Odd already had it before any of them knew, so might as well use it, right?
Sauntering over to the hospital cot, Yumi sat herself beside Jeremie, who was now wrapping some first-aid tape over some gauze compressed onto the girl's wound. She waited a few until the einstein was done, then tapped her finger against his shoulder.
"Jeremie," Yumi called in a calm tone.
"Oh, you're back," he replied, the corners of his lips pulling into a smile. "Anything new?"
Yumi's face became serious, and she nodded solemnly, sending shivers down Jeremie's spine. What now? "Yup," she replied, smacking her lips to emphasize the 'p,' all the while nodding slowly. She then gave a cold, sarcastic smile, and continued, "A lot has happened, and we also have a new visitor."
"Oh?" Jeremie said with surprise, lifting both eyebrows. It was then Aelita who leaned in to listen closely, undeniably intrigued. "Is she a new recruit?"
"Let's just stick with that assumption..." Yumi trailed off, examining her nails.
"Well, okay then," Jeremie replied, getting up and off the cot. "Show me to her."
Fulfilling the simple request, Yumi stepped off the cot as well, pausing to fix her shirt. Then without another word, she plodded out the door, her combat boots giving off distinct clomps. A shrug from Aelita, and Jeremie followed her out as well.
The blonde and pinkette walked out to meet eyes with a hurt, but still beautiful, girl with golden locks of hair. Jeremie was horrified to see all of those cuts on her skin, giving him all the reason to want to attack the government.
When will they ever realize that the Healing Hand will bring faster recovery, which will easily bring fallen warriors back up?
"Oh my God," the einstein began, gazing over to Odd, Ulrich, and Yumi. "What happened to her?"
Brynga averted her eyes towards the ground, acting ashamed. She didn't really want to talk, so she let Ulrich talk for them.
"She was being chased by the Kinimods," Ulrich answered simply.
"Oh?" Jeremie said again, raising an eyebrow. "So you guys saw the Kinimods? What were they up to?"
"Who knows?" Odd chimed in, shrugging. "They obviously wanted something from her, and we saved her before she was captured."
"So the Kinimods wanted her captured? Interesting..."
Yumi nodded in agreement. Interesting indeed. She can't be trusted.
"What is your name?" Aelita asked warmly, giving her a cordial smile.
"Brynga," the blonde answered, giving her a polite curtsy. "Brynga, your majesty."
"Well, Brynga, we're going to need a few private minutes of our own," Aelita spoke, crossing her arms. "We need to discuss confidential matters."
Once they left Brynga to hang in the arena, the quintet entered Jeremie's room, the second meeting since the Kinimods revealed themselves, which was just yesterday. This wasn't a good thing, since it seems the Kinimods caused so much trouble in a short period of time. Too much.
Odd, Ulrich, and Yumi sat atop Jeremie's bed, the mattress giving a little shake from the sudden pressure of weight. Jeremie, as usual, sat on the chair that went with his writing desk which Aelita chose to lean against.
One of Aelita's fists were pressed to her lips, making it evident that she was deep in thought. Jeremie, who felt the need to lead, spoke up first.
"This has gone too far," Jeremie started, shaking his head. "We need to take the Kinimods into serious contemplation. Look at what they did to Brynga!"
"I suggest," Ulrich began coolly, laying back atop the covers, "that we call the police."
"Don't you get it?" Jeremie started, throwing his arms up in frustration. "We are the police. Seeing that we can't seem to outpower them, they have become serious offenders. Look at them, they even have the guts to stand up against the Queen!"
"Forget about that stuff," Yumi spoke, waving it off. "We'll just keep on fighting, simple as that. The real problem is, what are we going to do about that Icelandic Popsicle?"
"Yumi," Aelita spoke in a tone of warning.
"No no, Yumi's right," Jeremie contradicted, gazing over to Ulrich. "So you said that the Kinimods were after her, am I correct?"
"Yeah, what about it?" Ulrich answered with a shrug.
"That means that she probably has information they want," Jeremie replied, unlatching his door. He took a peek through the crack he opened, finding Brynga surrounded by a immense number of dumbfounded boys. "We'll train her as a new recruit, all the while keeping a close eye on her. I'll also question her for a while to gain a few pinpoints on the Kinimods. It'll sure help a lot."
Aelita then cleared her throat politely to let Jeremie know that she wished to speak. He nodded with consent. "Ulrich, as the strongest warrior of Eurasia's Army, I assign you to protect Brynga." Aelita then averted her eyes to the brunette, as if to dare him to object. A glint of patronization formed inside her emerald eyes. "You will teach her, and fill her in on how things work around here. We can't risk losing her to the Kinimods; she seems vital in their indistinct plans."
Yumi widened her eyes in disbelief; she found the Icelandic distasteful already. If that popsicle dared trifle with Ulrich, she swore she will...
Much to her detestment, Ulrich nodded, saying yes to Aelita's request. The pinkette eyes seemed to relax with noticeable relief. Of course he didn't like the suggestion, but the pinkette was always kind to everyone, except maybe Dominik. But that was a different matter.
"Fine," Ulrich grumbled with yet another shrug.
"Okay then, it's settled," Jeremie announced proudly, giving out a sigh of relief. "I'll go ahead and tend her wounds."
Odd fist pumped the air, a goofy grin upon his face. "Yeah!" he exclaimed. "Operation: Brynga is ado! But I called dibs, Ulrich."
"Operation Brynga?" Yumi asked with a tinge of annoyance. "Oh.. um yeah, okay." Opening the door, Yumi looked back upon her group of friends, and Ulrich swore he could see a glimpse of hurt in her eyes, as if she disapproved of this arrangement. Could she possibly be jealous?
The Japanese geisha walked through without another word, leaving Ulrich wondering in oblivion.
Author's Notes: Have you guys noticed that you can't put the heart emoticon in your reviews? Haha, I've been reading through them, and I'm always wondering why there are random 3's everywhere in your reviews! The 'less than' sign doesn't show up, haha. LOL, well anyways, I hope you enjoyed this chapter. You guys are awesome! :)
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