Framed
Disclaimer: I don't own the sly cooper franchise but I own the OCs I created in this story
(Carmelita's POV)
As I finally began to stir from my self induced coma I saw my new accommodation. This place had the same cold stone walls as the torture chamber but the room was filled with a bunch of strange technology. To my right I saw that part of the room was cut off by a series of iron bars like my old cell. Despite the lack of lighting and my limited vision I could just make out an old terminal which didn't appear to be operational through the bars.
A group of shadow guards are manning the only exit out of this room that I've noticed so far and there doesn't seem to be a window in here. The Contessa was working on what looks like a control console facing away me. I take it that they must consider me some sort of threat if the Contessa is overseeing my imprisonment personally. At least they've strapped me to some wooden board this time. Being chained up to that wall was not the most comfortable sleeping arrangement.
Hey what's that glowing thing above my-
"Aah it burns!" I yelled
"Good to see you're finally awake inspector" said the Contessa with a hint of amusement in her voice.
"What the hell is that thing?"
"That is your end"
"And more specifically?"
"The Clockwerk Eyes slowly reprogramming your mind"
Ok don't look at the evil glowing thing
"Why are you doing this? Neyla she set me up, I'm an honest cop!"
"Of course you are, I've read your psychological profile I know that you're honest."
"Then why are you doing this to me?"
"Because my dear you're honest" she explained "You see by chasing after Sly Cooper you learned too much about the Klaww Gang and its spice operation, it was only a matter of time before you figured out I was secret member so when Neyla give me a chance to put you in custody I took it."
Well I didn't know that but it sure explains a lot.
"Coward I'll make it my life's work to destroy you" I threaten as I struggled against my restraints
"Oh I'm afraid your life let alone your life's work isn't going to last much longer; Once I've integrated the Clockwerk Eyes into this device your life's work will be whatever I tell you."
"I won't be brainwashed that easily"
"Quite right, it won't be easy or painless, but I will reprogram your mind and you will take the fall for me at Interpol"
I'm called hard headed for a reason and I got a concussion and several injuries from failed breakout attempts to prove it. Should I even begin to mention how many times I've been tazered over the past few weeks?
"Now just lay back and relax, go to your happy place and stay there forever."
Is that a blue and grey blur near that old terminal? God I hope it's Sly; he'll get me outta here. No it's moving away, get back here Ringtail!
Oh well guess I've got nothing better to do than lie here and figure out how to annoy the Contessa. Now what was that thing that used to always make her go mental back at the academy, oh yes.
"I know a song that'll get on your nerves get on your nerves get on your nerves, I know a song that'll get on your-" I sang cheerfully.
"What on earth are you doing?"
"Being in my happy place"
She huffed and turned back to the console.
"Now where was I ah yes, I know a song that'll -"
"Stop singing!" She yelled
As you wish
Since I was no longer allowed to sing I began to hum the tune loudly. It has the same effect as singing and wastes less of my energy.
"I told you to stop singing!"
"Well technically I'm not singing"
"Then stop making annoying sounds!"
"Make me!" I challenged
"You're so annoying" she complained
"Yeah so is your face"
I know this is getting extremely childish, but hey I've got nothing better to do.
"Be quiet or I will-"
"What taze me or torture me? I've got news for you I've had both and it hasn't broke me yet!" I said smugly "So I'd chose your next words wisely"
She stared at me, surprised by my sudden outburst of confidence. I suppose she should be, after all I'm just the reserved honest cop with a temper. She still hasn't spoken a word and now has turned back to her console.
Carmelita 1 Contessa 0
It seems that shadow guard aren't much better than ordinary ones. As soon as the Contessa has her back turned for more than five minutes they whip out the cards. From what I can tell they're playing blackjack. One of them must be new to this because he's lost every hand so far.
A five and an ace and he is actually considering staying put. Ok time for me to interfere.
"Hit"
"Huh" he looked over at me confused
"Hit"
"Um ok hit"
The dealer put down another five. That's exactly the card I wanted to see. The guard looked up at me again for my judgement.
"Stay"
When the others showed their hand I saw a nineteen and the other two guards at 20 each. Heh looks like we win. The other guards looked surprised at this sudden victory but they paid up.
"Hey you wanna play?" They asked after realising what happened.
The guard I helped agreed to let me play for him. It was a good deal, for every game I won they'd give me some food and the Contessa was still none the wiser. Ah if only I had thought of this when I was in solitary.
"Ok you cleaned us out that's it for tonight" the dealer guard said.
"Aww I was just getting started"
"When the Contessa reprograms you we'll have to get rid of your skill at blackjack"
"Or we could convince her to take you to Vegas and win us a fortune." Another guard chuckled
"All great ideas but the chances of successfully brainwashing me are about as slim as you guys actually beating me at this" I said smirking.
My mum taught me well. She used to play against her suppliers for discount and sometimes free stuff for the restaurant. When I was about five years old she started to teach me and bring me into games. When you're kid people greatly underestimate you which worked my advantage. I still remember the look of pride my mum gave me after I cleaned out all her suppliers when I was seven.
"Will you five be quiet this is a complicated procedure!" The Contessa complained.
Looks like someone is finally aware of what's going on around her.
"And Miss Fox your mind will be under my control"
"Hey I'll start singing again!" I threatened
That seemed to shut her up. My voice can be used for great good or extreme annoyance. It's not too hard to tell which I prefer. In fact-
"I know a song that'll get on your nerves get on your nerves get on your nerves!"
How can I resist?
A/N: New chapter check, finish fitness program check, relived the 90s check (so many cartoon themes!). Sorry it took me so long updating but I've been up to neck in coursework lately and writing has taken a back seat.
Kirsty: CHICKEN SLICE!
Me: CHICKEN SLICE!
Ok Kirsty says hi and the next chapter will be up at some point in life (when coursework is done/ when I can take a break from Dragon Age 2). So till more ideas pop into my head BYE!