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Episode 8

Hunter Cain walked through a dark hallway. When he reached the end, he placed his palm on a pad next to a metal door. The door slid open and he passed through. A mechanical arm with a scanner ran a red laser from head to toe. Another door slid open. Cain walked through and stood before a person sitting at the desk hidden by shadows.

"Well, Cain?" the same female voice that had talked to Dos questioned Cain now.

"Target escaped but I…" Cain began.

The lady slammed her fist on the desk so hard that the items on it bounced. "Cain, you assured me that if you had the right equipment you can eliminate him."

"As I was trying to say, "Cain getting angry as well, "I have a plan to get him to come to me."

"How would you do that?"

"Let's just say he's very predictable." Cain smiled evilly.

0o0

Caesar scanned Rex as he lay prone on the medical bed. " Describe the gun that hit you."

Rex described the odd gun the best he could.

Caesar sighed, "That sounds like my nanite paralyzer."

"What? You mean you made it?" Rex asked sitting up, "Caesar, is there anything you've made that hasn't made my life miserable." Rex was thinking back to Zag RS, the memory machine, the collars, and many others.

"Mango smoothie" he offered.

Rex groaned and lay back down.

Circe looked at the brothers. "So what's wrong with him?"

Caesar walked over to the computer and pulled up a schematic of the gun. "Nanite paralyzer. It shoots an energy wave that momentarily stuns the nanites so that EVO's can be more easily captured."

"Momentarily?" Noah looked up, "So it's temporary?"

"Yes, "Caesar agreed, "But…"

"There's always a but, "Rex moaned from the bed.

Caesar ignored Rex, "But I don't know how long it will last."

"What? Why? Or do I wanna to know." Rex covered his eyes with his arm.

"Well, it never made it past the testing stage. It was experimental."

"Then how do you know if will wear off?" Circe asked.

"The test subjects that survived went back to normal in time… mostly." Caesar explained.

Rex just groaned.

Annie and Claire sat quietly watching them. Claire cleared her throat, "Well, this has all been interesting but what are we going to do in the meantime?"

Caesar waved his hand, "Rex can't leave until his nanites come back on line. It would be dangerous to go back out." He looked at the girls and it seemed like a thought hit him. "You can stay here if you want."

"No,"Circe said too quickly. Everyone looked at her. "I mean… we wouldn't want to keep these poor people trapped here. They should go home."

"It's okay. It's the weekend. There's nothing we have to do." Annie waved her hand dismissively.

"Good, it's settled then. I'll get someone to get rooms ready for you." Caesar walked out. "Oh and I'll get someone to return that car."

Circe stared at the scientist's retreating form and wanted to throw something at him.

Circe glanced at Annie. This is going to be so awkward.

0o0

Holiday and her sister had heard that that there was some disturbance with some crazy guy down on the first floor. The mall was put on lockdown and they were not allowed to leave the third floor.

"Just our luck," Beverly complained.

"It's not so bad. We get to spend more time looking through dresses." Rebecca held one up against herself. "How about this one?"

Beverly glanced at it. "Looks good. Add it to the pile."

By the time the lockdown was lifted they had bought several bags of dresses.

Beverly checked her watch. "Ugh, I won't be able to make it home tonight. Can I stay over?"

Rebecca nodded, "Sure I have a guest room."

"Great, we can try on the dresses like when we were little." Beverly grinned.

Rebecca smiled. It was nice to have her sister with her. It took her mind off… you know who.

Rebecca and Beverly were starving so they stopped off for dinner. By the time they got home it was pretty late. They brought their bags inside and dropped their loot onto the living room floor.

Rebecca yawned. "I need to turn in. I actually have to go to work tomorrow."

Beverly tilted her head, "But tomorrow's Sunday."

"I know, I know," Rebecca waved her hand as she walked up the stairs, "But I have to prep my office for Monday. I think I have an extra toothbrush in my blue suitcase somewhere. Towels and anything else you need should be in there too. Good night Beverly."

"Good night Becca."

Beverly watched her go upstairs and into her room. Beverly guessed the room down the hall must be the guestroom. Beverly grabbed her bags and went upstairs as well.

0o0

Rex was pacing his room. Every five minutes he would try to make a build but would fail. It was almost evening and his power still hadn't returned. He was also a little afraid to step outside. Circe was angry and Annie… Well, Annie was Annie. She didn't seem to notice anything was wrong. He rubbed his eyes. It wasn't like he meant to hurt Circe. They weren't dating when he took out Annie. She was even a part of his mortal enemy's gang. Heck, she beaned him once. But still maybe he should have mentioned it to her. Then he snorted to himself, yeah like that would have been a not awkward conversation. By the way, while you were running around with a megalomaniac, I went out with this girl as a pity date. Rex's head started to hurt. He tried to build his smack hands again. Still nothing. He wondered what was going on with the girls.

Six was not happy when he was told what happened with Rex. He was even more annoyed at the medical report Caesar gave him. It was next to useless. He really missed Rebecca. Her notes were neat, precise, and to the point. That's not the only reason why you miss her a voice inside his head added. He mentally kicked himself and pushed the thought away. He walked to Rex's room.

"Rex," he knocked on the door. The door slid open suddenly and Rex yanked Six in. Six stumbled into the room.

"Were they outside?" Rex asked nervously.

"Who, Rex?" Six pinched the bridge of his nose trying to be patient.

"Circe and Annie" Rex quickly informed Six of his predicament." What should I do?"

Six looked at him for a moment. "You're screwed." Six tap the door and stepped outside.

Rex stared at the closing door. "Gee, thanks. " Rex ran outside, "You're suppose to be my agro nanny! Protect me."

"I don't get in between cat fights." Six kept walking with his hands in his pocket.

Rex trotted next to him. "But you're suppose to keep me safe."

Six stopped, "Rex, there are certain things I protect you from… EVO's or assassins for example. But…, "he paused for emphasis, "I can not protect you from stupidity."

Six continued walking. Rex stared at him, "What is that suppose to mean?"

0o0

Holiday walked into her new office the next day. She was holding her box which she placed on her new desk. She took out a picture frame and looked at it. Rex had given it to her for her birthday. It was a picture of her, Rex and Six. She and Rex were smiling but Six stood a bit off to the side looking uncomfortable. She smiled and placed it on her desk. Then she took a few more frames out with pictures of Beverly and her parents. She organized her desk, sharpened pencils, and looked through some files.

She sighed. She's going to be ready for tomorrow. A knock came outside her door.

"Yes?" she called hesitantly. Who could be here today?

A handsome well dressed man opened the door and warmly smiled, "Hi, I saw a light in here and I thought I'd introduce myself. My name is David Feines." He held out his hand.

Holiday smiled as she shook his hand, "I'm Rebecca Holiday."

The man's eyes widened, "The famous Dr. Rebecca Holiday. Well, it is an honor to meet you."

Holiday blushed. "I'm not famous."

"You're too modest. You help cure the unstable nanites."

"No, "Holiday shook her head, "That was Rex."

David did not seem to be listening. "Would it be too forward of me to show you around the building?"

Holiday blinked, "No, not at all. I was wondering how I was going to get around this place."

David smiled and offered his arm.

Holiday hesitantly took it and they walked out together.

0o0

David had insisted they have lunch together and then drove her home. As Holiday got out of his car he smiled at her and said, "Remember, park of the northeast side near the exit. Otherwise you'll be stuck in the traffic to get out."

"I'll remember, "She assured him. He grinned and then drove off. Holiday stood looking after him.

"Who's that?" Rebecca jumped.

"Beverly, don't do that." Rebecca clutched her chest.

"He's nice. New boyfriend already?" She gave a mischievous smile.

"Don't be ridiculous. He's just a nice guy I met today at work." Rebecca snapped. She didn't know why she was so irritated.

Beverly followed her as she walked into her house. "He looked like more than just a nice a guy from work."

Rebecca sighed, "Beverly, not now."

"Okay, okay sis. "She raised her hands in surrender. "By the way, mom called. She wants you to call her back. When you do, tell her I'm on my way home."

"Will do." Rebecca said turning back to her sister. They hugged each other and Beverly walked back to her car. She gave a wave, backed out of the drive way and went on her way.

Rebecca breathed a sigh of relief. She didn't know why she felt angry and uncomfortable with Beverly's observation. It's because you're cheating on Six. She paused. Where had that come from? She's not cheating. There's nothing between her and Six, mainly because he refuse to let anything happen.

She walked through her door so preoccupied that she didn't notice that it was pitch dark. The door slam shut. Someone grabbed her from behind and shoved a handkerchief over her mouth and nose. She struggled for a second before realizing too late that the handkerchief was soaked in chloroform. In the next second she went limp.

Cain smirked and carried her body outside.

0o0

Beverly was halfway down the street when she realized she forgot one of her bags at her sister's. She cursed in her head and turned the car around. As she approached Rebecca's house she saw someone carrying her sister out the front door. She stopped the car and yelled, "Hey, what are you doing?"

The bald headed man scowled at her before running and dumping her sister unceremoniously in the back of the van and driving off.

"Hey!" Beverly chased after him.

0o0

It was late Sunday afternoon and Circe sat on the ledge of the overhang in the hanger. Rex hadn't left his room since Caesar had examined him. Hanging out with Noah and the girls was awkward to say the least. Circe finally had to get away from them and think. She knew she really shouldn't be mad at him. After all they weren't dating when he took out Annie. But the fact that Annie still thinks she's his girlfriend ticked her off. That and not mentioning the farm in Argentina.

"Hey, "a voice next to her startled her.

Circe looked up to see Annie.

"What do you want?" she asked dejectedly.

"Well, first let me apologize," Annie started. Circe looked up surprised.

"I'm dense sometimes. You can ask Claire." Annie sighed. "Anyway, she explained everything to me. I didn't know you were the girl Rex keeps talking about."

Circe blinked. Rex actually talked about her?

"So anyway, I'm not a boyfriend stealer to let you know. I hope we can be friends?" Annie said the last part hesitantly.

Circe thought about it. "Sure. Any friend of Rex is a friend of mine."

They smiled at each other. One problem solved, now she should probably go talk to Rex.

0o0

Rex had spent all day trying to make his builds but failed again and again. Finally exhaustion set in and he fell asleep drooling on his bed. With the first ring, he started and fell off his bed. He rubbed his head and groped around for his phone before finally finding it under his bed.

"Yeah?"

"Rex!" It was Beverly and there was panic in her voice.

"What's wrong?" Rex asked immediately awake.

"Someone took Rebecca!" Beverly almost sobbed.

"What? Who?" His heart skipped a beat.

"I don't know, some bald guy"

"Cain!"

"Who?"

"Never mind. Where are you?"

"I'm following him through town. He's trying to lose me." Rex was suddenly aware of the traffic noise in the background and a lot of honking.

"Where are you?" Rex repeated.

"Wait let me check." There was a pause and more honking with screeching noise in the back. "I just passed Main and 6th heading toward Water Street." She finally answered.

"I'll be there as soon as possible. Don't lose him." Rex hung up and ran out of his room. He tried to build his boogie pack and failed. Oh yeah the nanite paralyzer. Sometimes he really hated his brother.

Think Rex. What should you do? Six!

He ran to Six's room. Would the ninja be in his room?

He pounded the door and yelled for him.

"Rex, what are you doing?" a voice behind him made him jump.

Rex turned around in relief. "Six, Cain has Doc."

That was all he needed to say. Six grabbed his shoulder and shoved him in front of him.

"Hanger, now!" He pushed Rex.

"Hey, easy." Rex said as he broke into a run.

0o0

Circe and Annie were comparing notes about Rex when they noticed Rex and Six hop into a jump jet and take off.

"Wonder where's the fire?" Annie said out loud.

"This isn't good," Circe got up. "We've got to follow them."

"We?" Annie asked.

"Well, "Circe was a little embarrassed.

"Of course I'll go!" Annie said excitedly and hugged Circe. "We should get Noah and Claire too."

"And Bobo." Circe added.

"Bobo?" Annie frowned.

"We need someone who can fly a plane."

0o0

Six was in a panic although from the exterior no one could tell. No one, except Rex who was trying to be helpful.

"I'm sure she's okay. Doc can handle anything. I mean Cain won't hurt her or nothing. I mean he needs her alive."

Six needed Rex to stop before he snapped.

"Rex, shut up." He said between gritted teeth.

"Shutting up." They rode in silence until the town came into view. Six quickly flew the jet towards the middle of town.

"I think I see them." Rex pointed at the two cars driving erratically down the street.

Six looked down. A red corvette was trying to chase down a black van. Six followed their trajectory. It looked like Cain was heading toward the abandoned warehouses at the edge of town. He clenched his jaw and flew the plane in.

0o0

Cain scowled at the car behind him. The annoying girl was throwing his plans off. Suddenly he noticed the Providence jet overhead. He growled but then he slowly smiled. This could work out after all. He headed towards the edge of town.

When Cain reached the chain-link gate, it automatically opened for him and immediately started closing as soon as the van passed through. Beverly saw it just in time and slammed on the brakes. Her car came to a screeching halt just inches of crashing into it. She angrily watched as the van pull away into a warehouse. She suddenly heard the roar of jet engines overhead. She looked up and smiled. She waved her hands and waited as the jet landed next to her car. Rex popped out.

"Where is she?" he asked.

Beverly pointed at the second warehouse." I saw the van go into that one. But the gate…"

She stopped and frowned as she saw Six jump out with his magna blades unfolded. He sliced the gate and pushed it in with his foot. Without saying a word he ran towards the warehouse. Rex looked at Beverly and shrugged apologetically before running after Six. He called to Beverly over his shoulder. "Wait here! It could get ugly."

Beverly frowned. That was the last thing she intended to do but without weapons what could she do? She looked around and something caught her eye.

0o0

Six kicked open the doors of the warehouse. His magna blades were out as he entered the darkened room. Rex ran straight into him and fell on his backside.

"Oww, where are the lights?" He complained getting up. Bright lights suddenly came on.

"Better?" Cain's voice echoed through the warehouse. Rex looked up with his hand shielding his eyes. Cain stood on a huge crate in front of them. Holiday lay crumpled at his feet.

"No, not really. Because now I can see your ugly face." Rex snapped.

"Well maybe you'd prefer to see someone else?" Cain sneered as he pulled a still unconscious Doctor Holiday up by the back of her shirt.

Rex actually heard Six growl. The ninja started to run at Cain.

"Not so fast agent," Cain stomped his feet. The front of the crate opened up.

Hundreds of Black Pawns poured out of the box.

Rex's eyes widened in disbelief. How did Cain get his hands on Black Pawns? Suddenly, it all clicked. Caesar's nanite paralyzer, Black Pawns, Holiday… Cain was working for the Black Knight!

Before he had time to process it, the pawns were almost on top of him. And he still didn't have his powers. He did, however, have his training. He dodged one and punched another.

"Oww," Rex said as he held his hand. He had forgotten that they were robots. Rex frowned and tried to make a build. Still no luck. He dodged another and this time used his feet to kick him away. "Oww, again!"

Six was not fairing any better. Although he had his blades, he was clearly out numbered. Rex was little help without his builds. In hindsight, Six wished he had thought of bringing more agents. Truth was he didn't even think when Rex told him Rebecca was captured. He just went into auto drive. Six sliced through another pawn and kicked another away. At this rate, the pawns would overwhelm them in a matter of minutes.

Then a horn of a truck came out of nowhere. Rex looked up to see two headlights come barreling down on them. Six and Rex jumped out of the way. A cab of a truck mowed down dozens of black pawns in its path. Rex looked to see who was driving. Beverly!

"Need some help?" she grinned looking out of the window.

"Maybe a little." Rex smiled. More Black Pawns closed in. Beverly backed up and tried to run more over. But the pawns were starting climb her cab. One was about to reach for her. A laser shot it off. Beverly looked where the shot came from. Bobo grinned back at her holding his lasers in both hands. "Hey sweetheart, nice ta see ya again."

He went after more pawns. Noah, Claire, and Circe came in next with their weapons firing. Annie had the missile launcher and was launching missiles at some pawns near Rex. Rex had to dodge the shrapnel that flew at him when the missile exploded. "Hey, watch where you aim that!"

"Oopps, sorry," Annie said sheepishly.

With all the pawns occupied Six went after Cain.

Rebecca's head was pounding. It also didn't help that there was enough noise to wake the dead. When she tried to move, an arm tightened around her throat.

"Morning, doctor. Nice of you to wake and watch your friends die." Cain sneered. She felt a pistol next to her head.

Rebecca snapped awake. When her eyes finally focused, she saw poor Rex dodging pawns and missiles. Beverly was in a cab of a truck running down the pawns and the rest were shooting. Six was fighting his way towards them. They were all there because of her. Suddenly, Rebecca was filled with a rage that she couldn't describe. Cain was using her to hurt the ones she loved. He was doing everything Six was afraid would happen. In fact by so easily kidnapping her, he was confirming that Six was right in not pursuing a relationship. Well, that wasn't going to fly with her.

Rebecca did something she didn't think she would ever do. She turned her head and bit Cain's finger. Cain howled in surprise and loosened his grip. With one hand she grabbed his wrist and twisted till he let go of his gun. With the other she elbowed him right in the nose. Cain's head snapped back. Rebecca then kneed him in between his legs. When he doubled over she made a fist with both hands and hit him under his chin, knocking him back. In short, she was beating the snot out of Cain.

In fact, Six actually stopped and stared at Cain being pummeled by Rebecca. He smirked. That's his girl. Rex also noticed the beating Cain was taking and almost felt sorry for him. Almost. Suddenly, Cain seem to gain his bearing and swung his legs low. Holiday was knocked off the crate. Quick as lightening Six dove for her and managed to grab her but they fell ungracefully in heap of arms and legs.

When Holiday fell, Rex's heart stopped for a second and he felt a power course through him. He felt his legs running and then he pulled his fist back and out came his smack hands. His smack hands collided with Cain who flew back to the far wall. He landed with a crack and fell unconscious on the floor.

Rebecca was sitting on Six's chest. She quickly got up embarrassed.

"Sorry, "she mumbled as she helped him up.

Six just nodded.

"Becca!" Beverly had gotten out of the cab and ran to hug her. "I'm so glad you're all right."

"Rex," Noah said, "You can make your builds again!"

"Hey, yeah, it finally wore off," Rex looked at his hands.

"About time," Circe grumbled putting her fire arm away.

"That was awesome," cheered Annie. "It was like shooting ducks in a gallery!"

"Ducks that could kill you." Claire pointed out.

Holiday looked confused. "What happened?"

"Long story, doc." Rex rubbed the back of his neck. "Too long for now. I should get everyone home." He glanced at Noah. Noah caught the hint.

"I'll bring Claire and Annie home," He volunteered. "Uhh Bobo?"

Bobo rolled his eyes, "Ya mean ya want me to drive ya all home. Come on." He motioned for them to follow him.

Rex looked at Circe, "Can I give you a ride home?" he asked almost shyly.

"Umm, okay."

Rex formed his rex ride. Circe got on behind him and they rode off. Six looked over at Cain. Guess he'll have to take him into custody. He turned to Rebecca who had her back to him.

"Do you need me for anything?" She asked..

Six hesitated for a second before answering, "No."

"Good, it's getting late. I should get Beverly home. "Rebecca walked off without once looking at him. She took Beverly's arm and they headed out the door. Beverly shot Six a cold glare before walking out with her sister.

Six stood alone in the warehouse with an unconscious Cain and broken pawns around him.

0o0

After Rex and Circe arrived at Circe's home, they went into the kitchen and sat down to talk. They continued to talk till morning.

"So is there's nothing between you and Annie."

"No, Noah just needed a wingman."

"Boys," Circe snorted.

"Well, you know. Not everyone can be as awesome as me."

Circe laughed and smacked him on the shoulder. "So there's nothing else I should know?"

"Nope." Rex said as he sipped his soda.

"Okay, "Circe said. She thought a moment, "So who's Beverly?" She asked casually.

Rex spit out his soda.

This was long and hard to write. I kept revising. Then it got too long. I think I spent too much time on relationships but like in episode 3 I need to establish things. I hope that everything gels in the end. I know where I want to go but the devil is in the details.