Chapter IX: Learning the Truth

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Virginia slowly woke up the next afternoon. She winced in pain. Why was she hurting so bad? Oh that's right. She had been stabbed by Sain and shot in the back by Terra. But wait! Why was she not dead? Her eyes opened and she stared up at the ceiling. She felt something odd, though. She looked over and saw Jet lying beside her. He was sleeping so peacefully. She grinned and sat up slowly not wanting to disturb him. She looked around the room and realized she was in a hospital. She then looked back down at Jet. Why would he sleep beside her in the hospital bed rather than on a chair or in a hotel room?

'He really does care about me,' she thought.

She smiled and brushed her fingers against his cheek. He let out a yawn and opened his eyes.

"Good morning," Virginia said.

"Virginia!" he gasped sitting up. "You're awake!"

He was smiling. This surprised her. She never saw him smile unless he was just handed a ton of Gella. The next thing he did surprised her even more. He wrapped his arms around her and held her close.

"I was worried," he whispered. "I thought you were going to die."

"Jet," she whispered back wrapping her arms around him.

There was a knock on the door and doctor Mizzura walked in.

"Ahh good!" she smiled. "Miss Virginia, you are awake! How do you feel?"

Jet and Virginia broke apart and he climbed down off the bed.

"It still hurts a little, but I'm okay," she answered.

"Excellent," Mizzura smiled. "When you feel up to it, you should get some food, new clothes, and then go to Destiny and Hope. Miss Azura requests your presence."

"Alright," Virginia answered.

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Virginia got checked out of the clinic and she and Jet went to a restaurant to get breakfast. Afterwards they went into an item and clothes shop. Jet went to restock their inventory while Virginia went to get some new clothes. This time she picked out a midnight blue shirt, black pants, with a blue denim jacket. It was not common for a woman to wear pants, but she was tired of wearing dresses while fighting. Jet did not admit it, but he thought she look great in her new attire.

"Are you sure you're feeling okay?" Jet asked her as they walked to the Destiny and Hope building.

"Yes, Jet, I'm fine," Virginia smiled. She pulled a band out of her pocket and pulled her hair back into a lose pony tail.

He did not say no more and they walked into the building. They were immediately stopped by a tall man with black hair and brown hairs.

"Please state your business," he said.

"Miss Azura requested to see us," Virginia answered. "I am Virginia Maxwell. And this is Jet Enduro."

"Ahh yes," the man answered. "Please follow me." He led them to an elevator and pressed the up button. The doors swung open and they walked in. There were twenty floors in this building and they were going to the twentieth floor. No one said anything during the trip up. Jet leaned against the wall and stared at the floor while Virginia just twiddled her thumbs.

DING!

The doors swung open again. They walked down a hall to a single room that stood at the end. The man pressed the intercom button.

"Yes?" came Azura's voice.

"Miss Virginia and Mister Jet here to see you," the man said.

"Let them in," Azura replied.

The doors swung open. The man held his hand out to let them in. The two walked in and the doors closed behind them. Azura stood up from the desk she was sitting at and walked over to Jet and Virginia.

"Virginia, I'm so glad you're okay," she smiled.

"Thanks," Virginia replied. "So what is it you wanna talk about?"

"I would like you to meet my master Rindyll," she answered. "He will explain everything about Terra and Sain. Here take my hand."

Jet took one hand and Virginia took to other. Azura closed their eyes and the disappeared. They reappeared in a white chamber. Rindyll looked at the confused Jet and Virginia. They looked up at him.

"Welcome," he said. "I am Rindyll. You are probably wondering why there are assassins trying to kill you."

Jet and Virginia nodded.

"Terra and Sain were hired by an evil wizard named Duiray," he explained. "Duiray was once a normal human being until he came across a gem that granted him evil powers and immortality. He has been using that gem for one-thousand years now. It's slowly eating away at this planet. Half of this planet is dead now. Over the course of another thousand years, Lantalla will cease to exist.

There is a prophecy however. It is said that a man and woman from another world will come after defeating a demon to rescue Lantalla. The Princess of Destiny and Prince of Hope. Which is you two."

"Whoa, whoa, whoa!" Jet said shaking his head. "Hold on! You think that Virginia is a princess and me a prince? Of what land!"

"No particular land," Azura answered. "It is just a title given to the ones that will save us. Virginia, you already hold the Gem of Destiny. There are legendary gems scattered throughout this world. Only you two can wield it. With the gems, you obtain powers to defeat Duiray and his minions."

"Oh my," Virginia said shocked.

"Of course if you two do not wish to fight Duiray, we will understand," Rindyll said. "We will not force you two to fight. In fact if you two wish to return to Filgaia, we have the power to do so. But please think this over first."

"I'll do it," Virginia said suddenly.

"Are you sure?" Azura asked.

"Yes," Virginia answered.

"I'll stay, too," Jet said looking at Virginia.

"We are in your debt," Rindyll said. "Azura, please take care of any needs they may have."

Azura nodded. "I shall arrange a room for you two at the inn," she said. "I'm sure you two would like to rest."

"It is getting late," Virginia said.

"Yeah," Jet agreed.

"Okay, let's go," Azura said.

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Jet and Virginia entered their hotel room. Once again it was a room that had only one bed. Something was up. What was the chance of that happening twice in a row? But they were both too tired to care or notice really. Jet got undressed leaving his shirt and pants on and set on the bed. He let out a soft sigh and looked at Virginia.

"Tired?" she asked staring out the window.

"Yeah and I have a lot on my mind," he answered.

"Wanna share?" she asked.

"Yeah actually," he answered. He paused for just a moment. She continued gazing out the window waiting for him to speak. He swallowed and looked at her. "I love you."

She jumped and quickly turned around to look at him. "What did you say?" she asked.

"I love you, Virginia," he answered.

She stared at him. He loved her? Jet loved Virginia! Was she dreaming? She sat down next to him and looked him straight in the eyes.

"It's okay if you don't feel the same," he said. "I….I just finally realized it yesterday. You don't have to say……"

She put her finger on his lips. "I love you too, Jet," she said softly.

He put his hand on her cheeks and started leaning forward. She wrapped her arms around him and closed her eyes. He hesitated for just short moment before he closed the gap between their faces. He felt chills as he caressed her soft, warm lips with his. He raised his hand up to her hair band and pulled it out to let her hair lose. Her ran his fingers through her strands of hair.

They pulled away for a moment to get some air. Her emerald green eyes met his pale lavender eyes. "Jet," she whispered. He put his hands on her shoulders and drew her into a more passionate kiss. He slipped off her jacket and pressed her body against his. The warmth of her body gave him so much comfort. She put her hands behind his neck and he moved his hands behind her back. He lowered her down on her back. He felt his heart skip a beat. He had no idea that he, an android, can feel this way. Suddenly, though, when Virginia felt Jet's body on top of hers, she felt a shape pain in her chest. She let out a soft gasp. He immediately got off her and looked down at her.

"Virginia, what's wrong?" he asked.

She put her hand on her chest and shook her head. "I'm not fully better yet," she answered. "My chest still hurts a little."

He put his hand over hers and frowned. "I swear I will never let something like that happen to you ever again," he said.

She put her hand on his cheek and looked him in the eye. "That was not your fault," she said. "You had your hands full."

"I won't let anyone hurt you," he said. "I promise, Virginia." They said nothing for a moment. Neither one could believe what was happening between them. "Virginia, sorry I hurt your chest," he said. "I dunno what came over me. When we started kissing, it was like something inside of me was wanting more."

"It's a normal," she smiled. "When you love someone enough, you wanna do more than just kiss. It's a natural hormone everyone has. If it was not for my injury……we may have."

"Is an android like me capable of that?" he asked.

"Yes," she answered. "You have human emotions and feelings. It takes those for you to love me and want me."

He brushed his fingers against her cheek and smiled at her. "Dunno what took me so long to realize it," he said.

"You're stubborn," she grinned. "But at least you finally realized it. I've been in love with you for a while now."

He gave her one more soft kiss before lying down. She laid her head on his chest and he wrapped his arm around her shoulders.

"Good night, Ginny," he said. "I love you."

"Night, Jet," she replied. "I love you, too."

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