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"Thoughts"

"Speech"

"Bob's speech"


(Rioichi's POV)

It has been a week since my beloved mate was sent straight into the claws of El Jefe. Thanks to the microphone hidden on her, I can tell that he is trying to get information on my whereabouts from her. I knew that she would refuse to disclose and yet, her loyalty to me worries me greatly. I fear that she will get herself hurt worse than what El Jefe is already doing to her. I don't know what makes me so furious the most, the fact that my mate is getting hurt by the hands of that villainous tiger, or the fact that Bentley basically signed my Angela up for danger by making her dress as a geisha to impress the enemy.

"I should've known that Bentley-san would put Angela in such danger with all that she's been through" I thought to myself. I refused to speak to Bentley-san ever since Angela was captured. I could tell that he blames himself for this, but I could care less. My descendant was mad about this as well, but not as mad as I am. Could you blame me? Angel-chan is my mate and Bentley sent her straight into El Jefe's grasp. My heart cracks every time I hear her cry out in pain whenever she refuses to give El Jefe what he wants. I have to get her back and soon, or else I fear that El Jefe will get rid of her permanently.

Bentley finally came up with a plan with the knowledge he gathered by using this so-called RC car to follow El Jefe and listen to his conversations. We were able to find out how to open those mysterious dragon gates in order to get to the fortress that El Jefe had built shortly after arriving in the village. First we needed to get rid of the guards, who apparently love sushi. Bentley explained that by using the poison seeds from some spiky wall climbers, I could make sushi that will put the guards at the gates to sleep.

Knowing exactly where to find them, I went to the caves near my special fishing caves. When I arrived my binocucom started vibrating, alerting me that Bentley was calling.

"Okay Rioichi, we need to collect samples from those strange plants growing high on the cave walls. Commonly known as the Spiky Wall-Climber, it secretes a mild toxin we can use to make sushi rolls, that will put any guard to sleep instantly. Just be careful to not be overcome yourself."

I rolled my eyes. I am still mad at Bentley, but he wants Angela back almost as much as I do, so I must cooperate with him. However, his lack of confidence in my ninja skills was really starting to annoy me.

"Bentley-san, did I not explain" I began before Bentley interrupted.

"You're a ninja master, I know. I know" I smirked, he is finally understanding my strength.

"Hai! Now allow me to show you how it's done." I said while striking a fighting pose.

"Well, now at least I know where Sly gets it from." Bentley said before disconnecting. I chuckled at his comment. It appears that Sly and I share the same level of confidence, though my Angela calls it "cockiness."

"Do not worry Watashi no ai, I shall find you soon" I thought myself as I climbed up the cavern walls to the blossoms.

As I extracted the poison seeds, I said to myself "this poison will make those guards sleep like babies." Collecting the poison was so simple, part of me was wishing for a challenge worthy of a ninja. I rushed back to the hideout to make sushi rolls using the seeds I collected. The toxic fumes were very strong. I would've fallen asleep if it hadn't been for the skills that Angela taught me. I may have taught her everything I know but she also taught me some things, for instance, how to focus my mind to block out the poison. I can honestly say that I would be lost without her. After the sushi rolls were ready, I alerted the gang and together we came up with a plan to rescue Angela and defeat that wretched tiger.


(Sly POV)

It was time for us to rescue Angela and stop El Jefe for good. After a nice rest, thanks to that poison Rioichi collected, we were able to come up with a plan using Bentley's technology. I could tell that Rioichi was anxious to get Angela back. So was I. I met the gang at the rendezvous point and Bentley went over the plan.

"Alright, we have all the intel we need. El Jefe has played dictator for the last time, and it is time to bring him down. First, we need to open those dragon gates. Thanks to Rioichi's special sushi rolls, the guards are down for the count. Sly, you'll need to gain access to the switches in the mouths. Next, we will need to open the palace sword gate. However, the bridge is crawling with guards, so we'll need to create a diversion. Murray, you, Sly and myself will need to distract the guards. Once they're occupied, Rioichi can make his way under the bridge, to the switch and open the gate. Once we get that gate open, there is nothing stopping us from taking the palace, putting El Jefe in his place and getting Angela back. Viva La Revolucion!"

Arriving at the gates, I managed to pickpocket the only guard that was awake before taking him out. I unlocked the gates and the dragons started to shoot fireballs at me. Bentley was telling me not to forget my armor due to the dragons having bad breath.

"No kidding Bentley" I thought as I deflected the fireballs targeting them at the switches in their mouths. After opening the dragon gates, the gang and I went on to the bridge. The palace in the distance was massive. Before getting a closer look, the ground started to tremble. Emerging from the mist was a giant blimp that looked more like a machine. It actually reminded me of Sir Raleigh's storm machine. After breaking out of the trance we were in, we dashed towards the sword gates.

When we got to the bridge, El Jefe was standing on the other side of the bridge with his arms crossed. There was a still figure on his shoulders. After taking a closer look, I saw that it was an unconscious female raccoon.

"ANGELA!" Rioichi and I shouted. Angela was knocked out but she began to stir. She must've heard us. El Jefe chuckled.

"End of the line, Cooper! Get them you fools!" He ordered before he closed the gate with Angela still in his grasp. After that dozens of guards lowered themselves down on to the bridge and started to approach us.

"Ok, you all know what to do. Time to kick some butt!" Bentley said while throwing his arms in the air.

"My favorite time of the day!" Murray said while punching his fists.

I just smirked at the guards while Rioichi slipped under the bridge after giving me a salute.

"Let's do this!" While taking out the guards, I could clearly hear a struggle past the bridge. Angela must've been fighting to get free of El Jefe.

"Get your filthy paws off me, you jungle king wannabe!" I smirked at her remark, but it faded when I heard a smack and her cry out in pain.

"That coward is going to pay" I thought in fury. I am certain that Rioichi could feel that Angela was hurt. That sound influenced me to fight harder than ever. After taking out fifteen guards, the bridge finally raised up. When Rioichi flipped up on to the bridge, Bentley was massaging his shell; Murray was flexing his muscles; and I gave him a wink to let him know that it was all under control. Rioichi went on ahead, desperate to find Angela.


(Rioichi POV)

After Sly and his friends took out the guards, we ran through the gate. Past the hallway, I saw my beloved bound with a gag in her mouth and she was not moving except for her tail twitching.

"Angela!" I exclaimed as I ran to her and got on my knees. She stirred, then opened her eyes. When she saw me, her eyes widened in fear and tried to talk over the gag while shaking her head. I took it out of her mouth.

"Rioichi, no!" She shouted before I was jumped from above. El Jefe grabbed us by the throat and held us above his head. He tossed me into the air, causing me to lose my grip on my cane. He punched me in the gut, thrusting me to the ground near my friends' feet.

"Ha, it's mine!" He said as he snatched my cane. "Rioichi!" I heard Angela shout as I landed near Sly's feet.

"My Cane!" I exclaimed reaching out. He then brought Angela close to him. I could see her struggling to break free of his grip.

"Thank you Angela, my dear. You were most helpful." He said as he forced a kiss on her lips as she struggled to push him away. My rage climbed to its' max.

"GET YOUR FILTHY PAWS OFF HER!" I shouted. After El Jefe pulled away, he laughed evilly, and threw her to the ground. She continuously before Sly and I knelt down to catch her. She was extremely disoriented. I held her securely in my arms, never letting go, as she cried in my outfit and as Sly and I glared at the tiger.

(Sly POV)

El Jefe smirked then drug his twin swords on the bridge causing to fall apart and catch fire.

"Sorry Cooper, you lose! I need to deliver this puny stick to a new owner. I'll be back for your female Rioichi!" He said as he turned to go into his palace after leering at Angela. Rioichi held her closer, if that was even possible.

"That cowardly tiger is not laying another claw on her." I thought as mine and Rioichi's glares intensified from rage to hatred for that filthy tiger.

"No! El Jefe is getting away!" Bentley exclaimed while covering his eyes. Angela and Rioichi were looking at where El Jefe went with fury and hatred. I was determined to kick El Jefe's tail, for Rioichi's cane and to make him pay for hurting my best friend.

"Don't worry, Rioichi. Watch over Angela and these two. I'm going to kick some tiger tail, get your cane back, and make him pay for hurting your mate." Rioichi nodded and tightened his grip gently on Angela. As I walked forward, I felt a tug on my shirt. I turned and saw that Angela was looking at me with worry.

"Sly, please be careful. You are my brother!" Her words brought tears of joy to my eyes. I pulled her into a gentle but tight hug. Angela was literally my family now.

"I will Angela. El Jefe is going to pay for what he did to you." I said and then I raced off to find El Jefe.


(Angela POV)

As I watched Sly rush off, I couldn't help but worry about him. He was my best friend and I did not want to lose him. I felt two hands on my shoulders. Naturally, one was Rioichi. The other one was Bentley's.

"Don't worry Angela, you should know Sly by now. No matter how bad things are, he always pulls through." I nodded in agreement. Sly always managed to win every battle we've ever been in.

After a few moments of waiting, Sly appeared with an unconscious El Jefe, but he looked sad. We all rushed to him. He sighed in defeat before he spoke.

"I am sorry Rioichi, I managed to take down El Jefe, but I failed to get your cane back. Someone took it before I could." Rioichi looked down before putting his paw on Sly's shoulder.

"It is ok Sly-sama. The most important thing is that you and Angela are safe now. I can always make a new cane." That is when a thought hit me like a bolt of lightning.

"There may not be any need for that Rio-chan." I said as I walked up to them with a smile. Both raccoons looked at me with a questioning gaze.

"What do you mean, Angel-chan?" Rioichi asked.

I pulled out something from my tail and held it out. Rioichi looked at it and shook his head.

"Angel-chan, I made that cane for you. You do not need to lend it to me. I cannot and will not accept it." He said. I smiled. I knew that he would say that, so I pressed on.

"I think you need to take a better look at it Rio-chan." He looked confused for a brief moment before taking the cane and looked at it more closely. After observing it, his eyes widened in realization.

"What?! This is MY cane!" He exclaimed while looking at me in awe.

"But how?" Sly asked, just as shocked as Rioichi. I looked at the ground sheepishly and scraped my feet on the ground.

"After returning from the geisha job, when Rioichi and I fell asleep, I slipped away while he was sleeping and switched canes. I thought El Jefe and Rioichi wouldn't notice since they were so similar. And my plan worked. So instead of taking your cane Rio-chan, El Jefe took my cane and I kept yours safe in my tail. I am just surprised that he didn't find it when he frisked me after capturing me." Both Sly's and Rioichi's eyes narrowed in anger at the thought of El Jefe putting his paws on me. Rioichi then pulled me in his arms and smashed his lips against mine in a kiss that was long overdue. I closed my eyes and returned the kiss instantly as I heard my friends groan at the sight. After a few moments we pulled away to catch our breath then tapped our noses against each other with a smile.

"You are amazing, my love. I only wish you did not sacrifice your cane for mine." He said with a sigh.

"Your cane is more precious than mine, Rio-chan. It has been in your family for generations. My sacrifice was worth it." I said instantly. Rioichi was about to argue before Sly stepped in.

"What would we do without you, Angela? And don't worry, I promise. I will find a way to get your cane back. From what I can tell, you are a Cooper now, and Coopers look after each other." Sly said. I then blushed because he knew what Rioichi and I did. Then I covered my face in Rioichi's chest as he chuckled and held me close. I took a deep breath and turned to the gang with Rioichi's arms still around my waist.

"Come on guys, let's head back to the restaurant and celebrate. We stopped El Jefe and he failed in getting Rioichi's cane." Everyone nodded and we all went back to the restaurant to reopen it.

As soon as we sent El Jefe to present day jail, we reopened the restaurant doors, and all of the villagers came bustling in. Everyone was so happy to find me and Rioichi back in business. Rioichi and I made all of our special sushi recipes and we celebrated our victory. Although, it was a hollow victory. The enemy may have failed in getting their target, Rioichi's cane, but they still got a Cooper Cane. And I could tell that Sly still blamed himself for it.

After a few days of resting and resupplying, Sly and the gang prepared to leave and head to the old west to help out Sly's outlaw ancestor, Tennessee Kid Cooper. It was extremely hard to say goodbye, knowing that I may never see any of them again. It most certainly wasn't a dry goodbye, that's for sure. Bentley jumped out of his wheelchair and wrapped his arms around me. I wrapped my arms around him as tight as I could without suffocating him. As soon as I placed Bentley back in his wheelchair and helped him in the van, Murray scooped me up into a back-breaking squeeze.

"Gee, I am sure gonna miss you Angela." He said while shaking me from side to side.

"You too, big guy." I said while trying to breathe. He put me down and I turned to Sly. We stared at each other for a brief moment and then rushed into each other's arms. The tears started to pour out of my eyes like a waterfall as I clutched on to Sly for dear life and he onto me.

"Thank you for everything, Angela. I will never forget you." Sly whispered in my ear as I felt tears soak my shirt and fur.

"I will never forget you either Sly Cooper. We have had many amazing adventures and I will treasure them forever." I said as I pulled away and kissed his cheek underneath his eye. I walked back into Rioichi's arms as they wrapped around me tightly.

"I promise Angela; we will get your cane back. Even if it kills me." He said before turning towards the van. I laughed.

"Hopefully it doesn't come to that Ringtail." He laughed before turning to Rioichi.

"Take care of her Rioichi. You will never find a better female as a mate." Rioichi nodded before tightening his embrace.

"Of course my descendant. I will never let her go." Sly nodded before getting in the van. We waved before covering our eyes as a bright blue light appeared. When the light dimmed, the van was gone. In its' place on the ground, was a photo of me and Sly at the ball when we were hunting for the Clockwerk parts. I tightened my grip on the picture as tears dropped onto it. I wiped my tears as Rioichi came up behind me.

"Are you alright Angel-chan?" he asked while putting a paw on my shoulder in comfort. I covered his paw with mine and wiped away more of my tears.

"I miss them already." He sighed and then wrapped me in a gentle embrace and kissed my forehead.

"I miss them as well, but I get the feeling we will see them again." I nodded and we turned to go back to the restaurant.

Suddenly another blue light started to shine brightly. Rioichi blocked me from the light. As it dimmed, I heard a familiar voice.

"Angela, Rioichi?" I gasped it was Bentley and Murray.

"Guys?! What are you doing here? Where is Sly?" I asked as Rioichi and I ran to the van.

"There's no time to explain. An enemy by the name of Le Paradox stole all of the Cooper Canes. We need yours and Rioichi's help to retrieve yours and the ancestors' canes." Rioichi and I looked at each other, nodded and jumped into the van before we whisked away through time.

Shortly we were united with Tennessee Kid Cooper, the first Cooper that everyone called "Bob", Sir Galleth Cooper, and Salim Al Kupar. After retrieving the Cooper Ancestors, we made our way to the blimp that held the canes.

When we got there, I saw that Le Paradox had Sly and Inspector Fox trapped in a giant container.

"Haha! Two rats in one trap! I knew you could not resist Cooper. You are so predictable!" Le Paradox said while looking down at them while not noticing us. Sly was furious.

"Oh Yeah? Well how's this for a prediction: I am going to kick that stripe right off your tail!" He sniped back at the filthy skunk. He was unfazed at Sly's comeback.

"Yes, yes, and now come the big threats from the little man. As I said, predictable." As usual, the hot headed fox had to run her mouth.

"Let us out! You afraid of a fair fight, coward?" Le paradox, once again, was unfazed at Carmelita's remark as he looked at his nails.

"No no no, I don't think so. I have something special planned for you two. It is how do you say; a going away party!" he said as he controlled his machine and took Sly and Inspector Fox away.

"Sly!" I exclaimed as I try to run after them, but Rioichi stopped me. Then Bentley stepped forward as Rioichi, the other ancestors, and I surrounded him.

Ok, listen up! You all know why you are here. We have to find your canes and get you all back where you belong now! If we don't, we'll never be able to repair the damage Le Paradox has done."

"What about Sly," I asked full of worry as Rioichi wrapped his arm around my shoulder. Murray nodded his head, wondering the same thing.

"I am sorry Angela, but Sly is on his own for now. But I'm sure he'll be fine, it's Sly." Bentley answered and I nodded in agreement.

"Sly, you better make it out or I will find you and kick those rings off your tail" I threatened to myself.

We made our way to the chambers that held the canes. I could see my cane way up there. I looked at Rioichi and he nodded knowing that I wanted him to get my cane back.

"Rioichi, you're up first. My readings show that Angela's cane is somewhere in this room." Bentley said while pointing to the cane.

"We can sense it too, Bentley-san." Rioichi pulled me into a brief kiss before rushing through the obstacles. I watched him as he climbed, spire jumped, and used the Leaping Dragon to reach my cane. After all this time spent with him, his skills still amaze me. In no time at all, he grabbed my cane, tossed it to me and jumped down. I rushed into his arms and we embraced each other.

Our moment was interrupted when dozens of mouse guards showed up.

"Rat troopers at twelve o'clock!" I groaned as they surrounded us.

"Ugh! These guards are getting on my nerves." Everyone laughed and nodded before rushing to take out the guards. After finishing them off, the door opened.

"No time for a break, guys. We have to keep moving!" Bentley shouted as we rushed through the door to the next chamber that held Bob's cane.

"There's Bob's cane. Alright Angela, let's see if you learned well from Rioichi. This one is all you. Go on and show us what you got." I nodded as I walked forward.

"Thank you for your help, sweetheart." Bob said.

"It is my pleasure Bob, my future most hairy ancestor-in-law." Then I was off. I made my way past all of the obstacles with Rioichi guiding me in my mind and heart. The leaping dragon was much easier after I first succeeded in Japan. In a few moments, I reached Bob's cane. I threw it down to him and jumped down as Rioichi ran to me, and swung me around in his arms.

"That was wonderful, Watashi no ai" I smiled at this then I looked at him and then myself. We were starting to vanish.

"Great! Wait, Rioichi, Angela, I'm picking up an energy field shift-centered on the two of you." Bentley said. It was then that I realized.

"Yes, we sense it is our time to go. It has been an honor meeting all of you. Sayonara!" Riochi said while I waved at everyone while wrapped in his arms as we vanished.

Soon, we landed back home in front of our restaurant. As soon as we collected ourselves, Rioichi pulled me into a deep and passionate kiss. Our tongues wrestled until he won the battle and our paws ran all over each other's bodies. After breaking away for air, we just stared into each other's eyes.

"That was an amazing adventure. Everything is the way it should be. We can now live our lives in peace and plan our future." Rioichi said after catching his breath.

My eyes widened at the thought. I almost forgot. Not only was I afraid for Rioichi, I was also afraid of losing a special treasure and not being able to tell Rioichi about it. I pulled out of his arms and looked down at the ground. It was time to tell him. I am afraid that he would not be happy and would leave me.

"What is the matter, my love?" Rioichi said worried. I took a deep breath and looked into his soulful eyes with all of the love and sincerity I possessed then covered my stomach with my paw.

"Rio-chan, what if I said that the future may have already begun?" It was quiet for a moment.

"Angel-chan, what are you…" He began before looking at my paw on my stomach in shock. Then his look changed to one of pure love.

"Angela, are you saying what I think you are saying?" He asked with hope in his voice while taking only a few steps and standing only an inch away from my face.

I nodded my head with tears in my eyes.

"I am pregnant Rioichi Cooper." He stood frozen for a brief second before sweeping me off of my feet and slamming his lips on to mine. I was frozen for a moment before returning the passionate kiss. I was so happy. Rioichi is happy about becoming a father, if his kiss has anything to say about it. He pulled away and set me gently on my feet, then knelt in front of my stomach, then kissed it.

"Konnichiwa, little one. It is your father. You and your beautiful mother will be the most loved ones on the planet." I covered my face at his tender actions. He then stood back up and smiled at me with all of the love he possessed.

"Let's go home, Watashi no ai" He said.

"Hai." I answered and nodded my head. But before I could take a step, he swept me into his arms bridle style and carried me home as we were ready for our life and future together to begin.


Yay! That is the end of the game. I am thinking of doing an epilogue with Angela and Rioichi's children being brought in. If that is what you want, then holla at me by clicking that review button at the bottom of the page. If not, then I will post the poll results in an AN next time.

Results:

Tennessee Kid Cooper: 5

Sir Galleth Cooper: 2

Sly Cooper: 1

Don't worry, if your favorite Cooper doesn't win, I will still write about that Cooper falling in love. How about a little fun here? I will let you guys play Q&A with the characters from this story. If you have questions, then send them with your review and the character will answer you in the next chapter. I will post the next chapter as soon as I can. Until then, Sayonara!