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"Sir, are you sure you're making the right decision?" Minion asked, "I mean it is a little sudden."
"Minion please don't try to change my mind," replied Megamind, "It'll just confuse me more. It took me forever just to make this decision."
Megamind and Minion were standing out in the metal hallway. Since Minion was his best friend, he was the first person Megamind told his decision to. He hadn't told Roxanne yet, and he was just about to tell his parents.
"Okay Sir," said Minion, "are you going to tell your parents now? Would you like me to leave the three of you alone?"
"If you don't mind," Megamind said. Minion nodded, and then turned to walk away. Even though he promised his master that he would support his choice, Minion couldn't help but feel a little saddened and disappointed at the choice.
Megamind walked into the kitchen, his parents were eating breakfast at the kitchen table. "Um, Mom, Dad?" the young alien said, getting their attention.
"Yes Ouwan?" Lactea asked, "what is it?"
"Um, I have something to tell you." Both parents raised an eyebrow at this statement.
"What is it? Is something wrong?" Orion asked.
"No, no," said Megamind, taking a seat at the table, "it's just that, well..."
It was at that moment, Roxanne was walking by the kitchen. She stopped when she heard the tone of Megamind's voice. Even though she knew that it was long to listen in on such a private conversation, Roxanne just couldn't help herself.
"You know how much I've enjoyed staying here," said Megamind, "I've learned so much. This planet, it's incredible, and so are it's inventions. I've made friends here, who are inventors like me. The people here are like me, and of course I've enjoyed seeing both of you."
Both his parents smiled. "We're glad you enjoyed your stay here, Ouwan," said Lactea, "We hoped you would like Azullon."
"I do enjoy it, and that's why, I've decided to stay here, on Azullon," said Megamind.
Roxanne's heart dropped. Silence filled the room. Roxanne knew she had said that she would support Megamind's decision, but hearing him actually said it really brought a lot of depth to the situation.
"Are you sure of this, Ouwan?" Orion asked.
"Yes," Megamind said, "I belong here." There was a quick moment of silence. "I would have to stay here for a few weeks before I find, or build, my own place."
"We wouldn't have it any other way," said Lactea, giving her son a small smile, "but what about your friend?"
"We'll still stay friends," said Megamind, "Hopefully."
We will, thought Roxanne, there's no 'hopefully' about it. I'm not even sure if I could ever stop being friends with him.
"I'll figure out away to keep in touch with her," said Megamind, "after all, we do have the Earth internet satellite."
We'll still keep in touch, Roxanne thought, probably with some big communication device you'll spend days inventing until it's perfect. She gave a small, sad smile when she thought this. Then she remembered what was happening, and her smile disappeared.
No matter what happened, she promised herself not to get upset or mad at Megamind's choice. It was his choice. Asking him to change it because of her would be selfish.
"Well, I think before you do anything else, you should tell her your decision," suggested Lactea.
"I will," promised Megamind.
Roxanne left her position and headed back to her room, the first place Megamind would probably check for her.
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The metal room was dark and silent, except for the sound of the young hero sighing as he turned in his bed.
The day before, Megamind and Roxanne spent the whole day together. Just like she promised, Roxanne had been supportive when Megamind first told her his decision to stay on Azullon. After that, she had suggested spending the day together, since neither of them had any plans. Megamind was quick to agree.
The day had been fun, but to Megamind, it just felt as if something was holding him back and preventing from fully enjoying the day, just like something now was preventing him from getting a goodnight sleep.
After five more minutes of trying to sleep, Megamind finally gave up and got out of bed. He opened the window curtains and was practically blinded by the morning light.
Correction: Something had prevented him from getting a goodnight sleep.
Deciding to go simple, Megamind got on his black and blue jumpsuit and boots. I wonder if Roxanne's up yet, Megamind thought to himself. He walked to the guest room and knocked on the door. "Roxanne?" he said, but no answer. She must be still asleep, he thought as he walked to the kitchen.
When he got there, Megamind only saw his mother. No Orion, no Minion, which was strange to put it simply.
"Gua dinla Ouwan," Lactea stated before she took a sip from her glass of deep blue liquid.
"Gua dina, Mom," replied Megamind, taking a seat at the table. He casually rubbed his tired, green eyes.
"Would you like something to eat?" Lactea asked.
"No thanks, I'm not really that hungry," Megamind replied, "Um, where's Dad and Minion?"
"They're with Rocksann," replied Lactea. Megamind was wide awake now.
"Wait, Roxanne's not here either?" asked Megamind.
"No," said Lactea. She paused for a minute, and then understood why her son was so surprised. "Oh, I see she didn't tell you."
"Didn't tell me what?" Megamind asked, "Is Roxanne sick or something?"
"No, well, perhaps a little homesick," said Lactea, "She came to us saying that she would like to leave for Earth a few days early. Your father is piloting the rocket, and Yu said that he would come as well to get some things from your lair. I believe a few Azullons who want to live on Earth for a few months are leaving as well."
"Oh," Megamind said. 'She didn't want to say goodbye?', Megamind thought, feeling both surprised and saddened, 'Well, I suupose it is for the best.' It would've been hard for him to say goodbye to her anyway.
"So, I am sure you will be happy here, Ouwan," said Lactea.
"Yes, I will," replied Megamind, forcing a small smile. After all, he would be around his own kind, his family, and would have way more opportunities to invent here then on Earth. He wouldn't stick out like a sore thumb, and he wouldn't have to worry about some people still being afraid or leery of him. He would be happy here.
So, why wasn't he?
After another moment of silence passed, and Lactea sighed. "Loofash Yebala," she said. Megamind looked at her, confused. Unless he had misheard her, she had just said 'Foolish Boy' in Azullon.
"What?" Megamind asked.
"You are not happy here," said Lactea, "and do not lie saying that you are. Your thoughts speak the truth." Megamind then remembered that his mother could read his thoughts.
"I am happy here," said Megamind, "or at least I was."
"Well then, what has changed?" Lactea asked.
The only thing Megamind could think of that's changed was that he wasn't going back to Earth and...Roxanne. Sure, it's not like they broke up and they would be able to email each other, but he still missed her. And now, he would barely see her, her friendly smile, her sparkling blue eyes. He wouldn't hear her for a long time either, no jokes about how he could be so predictable or friendly chit-chat that would occur when it was just the two of them (or three of them if Minion was there). Megamind gave a silent sigh. He was a loofashy Yebalana or what ever his mother had said.
"You love her, Ouwan," said Lactea, "and she loves you." His mother stated this as if it was a fact of life.
"I know," Megamind muttered. But then he did a double take. "Wait, you knew!"
"Of course," Lactea said smiling, "you two are almost always thinking of each other. And even if I couldn't hear your thoughts, it was plain enough to see that your friendship with Rocksann was more than just a normal friendship."
"You could've told us that you knew," said Megamind.
"I know, but I thought it would be better to wait until you told me," replied Lactea, "which was about two minutes ago."
"So, you're not upset that I'm in love with a human?" Lactea just simply smiled at her son.
"Human, Azullon, it does not matter," said Lactea, "just as long as you are happy."
"Was," Megamind corrected, "I was happy."
"So why don't you go back to being happy?" Lactea asked, "You still have a choice, you always do."
Megamind thought for a moment. Most of the things he had enjoyed on Azullon, he had enjoyed with Roxanne. From sitting by the pond watching the sunset, to dancing in the crystal caverns. Even when he was inventing, he was still thinking of her, he still remembered her smile when she found the necklace he had made for her.
His mother was right, he did have a choice. And his choice, was Roxanne, on Earth. But wait, what about...?"
"You may not be living here, Ouwan," said Lactea, "but Azullon will always be your home, and we'll always be your parents, no matter where you choose to live." She then kissed her son on the cheek. Megamind smiled.
"Thanks Mom," he said to her, smiling. But as happy as this moment was, an unhappy thought hit Megamind like a punch in the face. The rocket, it was already gone, it was too late!
"No it is not," said Lactea, "it takes half an hour to prep the rocket." Lactea thought for a moment, and looked up at the clock. "You have ten minutes. You still might be able to make it before the rocket leaves, I'll call you a taxi."
"No wait, I've got a faster way!" said Megamind, "I can still make it." Megamind gave a quick hug to his mom and then ran outside.
Once he was outside and away from the house, Megamind took out a remote and pressed the big red button in the middle of it. The window on the remote then read "Rocket Boots Activated". Megamind put the remote back in his pocket and prepared himself for the ride just as Lactea came outside.
But nothing happened. "What's wrong with this thing?" Megamind said, frustrated as he took out the remote again. The text now read "Warming Up". "Oh you have got to be kidding me! Minion, I swear, if I don't make it in time you are so..."
"Warming Up Complete"
Hot, blue flames shot out of the heals of the boots, hurtling Megamind towards the sky, screaming rather loudly. He started flying at an angle and nearly ran into a building. But luckily, he was able to position himself correctly and narrowly missed the steel building.
"Ouwan!" his mother called out.
"I'm okay!" Megamind shouted out, stopping himself from flying any higher. Wow what a rush, he thought to himself. "Don't worry, I promise to be careful! Wish me luck!" And with that, Megamind took off east.
"Wait, the main rocket building is that way," said Lactea, pointing north.
"... Right, I knew that! Thanks!" Megamind said as he quickly turned himself around and then going north.
Lactea smiled as she watched her son fly away. She was going to miss him greatly, any mother who had not seen her son in years would. But that was the sacrifice she would have to make in order for her son to be happy. And she was more than willing to make this sacrifice. Ouwan and Roxanne made a lovely couple, she just hoped they wouldn't be seperated by a rocket taking off a few minute early.
The middle aged blue woman glanced up at the stars. While the planet was facing the sun's light, the stars were still fairly visible. Please let him make it, she prayed to the stars.
The stars twinkled in response. Whether or not that was a good sign, Lactea would just have to wait and see.
Okay, sorry again for the short chapter, and for barely having any Roxanne. But don't worry, Roxanne will have a big part in the next chapter. Please review.