Chapter 9
"Come here, love!" Krystal called to Fox.
She laughed happily as she pulled Fox's shirt collar to kiss him. Fox had just proposed to her. They smiled and laughed, more jubilant than they had ever been in their whole lives. It was the main thing both of them had always wanted most.
They were at Fox's house, and fell together on the same bed Fox always slept on. They hugged, kissed, and cuddled together to show their love. Fox was so happy, he didn't even consider the possibility of losing it all.
They slept together that night, close as could be. Fox knew he could never feel this way about any other girl. Krystal was so special, and the one person he could nearly always relate to.
Fox and Krystal never dated that much, since the missions in Star Fox almost always kept them busy. It was after the Anglar War the team finally disbanded when Fox announced he wanted to settle down. In time maybe a new Star Fox team could be built, but all the major threats had been cleared, and Fox needed to retire.
He had loved Krystal from the start, ever since he rescued her on Planet Sauria in the middle of his career. Over the years they found out more about each other, bringing them closer with every word they said to one another. They both lost their parents to the same madman. They were both lonely and without family. They were meant to be together...
Krystal promised to come back soon from her errands to Fox. She kissed his cheek and said goodbye, and Fox counted on seeing her beautiful face again soon. To say the least, he was in distress to find out he would never see that beautiful face again.
Fox awoke in a cold sweat. He remembered dreaming about the events; the happiest and worst of his life. The memories from laughter to crying flooded Fox's mind. He buried his face in his hands, and slowly began to cry once more.
The next morning, Fox woke up again to pack his things again for the next trip. The dreams and memories of Krystal hurt him so bad, it made him sick. Things could never be the same, and that would forever torture Fox.
He felt utterly alone and depressed when he finished packing and saw the picture of him and Krystal hugging tightly. He never wanted to let go of her. All he wanted was to spend a peaceful, relaxing life with the woman who loved him equally, but that wish never came true.
That's why he had to do this. He had to confront Tony. He had to find the one truly responsible for her death. It was the only way he could obtain any form of satisfaction, let alone a good reason to live.
Falco gave Fox a call.
"I'm at the Academy; meet me at that hangar!" He said quickly.
"Sorry I got a late start," Fox began, "I'll be there soon."
Fox switched off his phone and grabbed his suitcase, filled with clothes, guns, and some other essentials. He took a deep breath before going to his car to drive back to the Academy.
Once he arrived at the hangar, he found Falco, Beltino, and Peppy waiting. Fox felt glad to see them, especially Peppy. Fox also noticed the repairs on his and Falco's Arwings had been made.
"We finished repairing your ships..." Beltino pointed out.
Fox suddenly turned to Falco. "I want you to rest up and stay here for now."
Falco looked surprised. "Huh? Why?"
"Well... I feel like I should do this alone..." Fox tried to explain.
He was fine with Falco's company, but this task was much more personal. Fox didn't want Falco in the crossfire this time. Fortunately, Falco could tell what Fox was thinking.
"OK, buddy. I understand. If you need any help, just call," Falco said with a smile.
Typically he jumped at any chance to get action, but Falco agreed with Fox's choices. Peppy stepped forward to pat Fox on the shoulder.
"Be careful; this guy is a lethal assassin. I need you to come back in one piece," Peppy said sincerely with a fatherly tone.
"I promise I will," Fox replied.
Peppy nodded as Fox headed for his Arwing. Fox and Peppy were just as close to each other as Fox had been with his father. Fox turned to see them one more time.
"Slippy says good luck!" Beltino shouted, remembering Slippy's message since he was busy today.
Fox flew out of the hangar in the direction of Zoness. He felt more motivation surge through him again in memory of Krystal. He would not fail.
