Chapter X – Reunion
Dusk deepened. The end of the day draws near, as the sun was about to set. Soon the world of Rune Midgard would be covered in darkness. Yet another restless night for the magic city of Geffen. The people of Geffen have become weary of the night ever since the mysterious attack in the Tower a few days ago. Yet today there was another incident occurred, an airship fell from the sky and crashed right into the city's walls.
Unfortunately for everyone, the culprits who brought down the aircraft were never found. But still they manage to walk on the streets as Butch the Rogue and Vincent the Hunter. Luckily for them they manage to get out of the airship when it was about to make a crash landing. Both of them managed to avoid making a scene and acted like there was nothing. While strolling in the crowded market they could hear some people having a conversation.
"A lot of people were hurt?" asked a male Knight bearing the Pronteran mark. He looks like someone who just got into Geffen recently.
"Well not many, "replied a female Wizard, "Luckily a few people spotted that airship falling from the sky and warned everyone else before the impact. No one really knows where that airship came from."
"I see," replied the Knight, "I heard the airship was stopped by a group of people."
"Indeed," answered the Wizard delightfully, "It was amazing. These four people stood out and sacrificed themselves to stop the airship. It was really a spectacular sight! The Airship was so huge I thought no one could stop that thing from destroying half of the city."
"Wow, then the story must be true then," said the Knight amazed.
As the two kept on chatting, Butch and Vincent returned back to each other. Both of them looking quite relieved especially Butch.
"That was a relief. No one got killed," said Butch as he wiped his forehead.
"Yeah, if not you're too blame for killing someone's kid on the street," Vincent laughed at Butch, "And it's all your fault."
"Ah shut up!"
Both of them ended up laughing themselves silly. After awhile they found themselves at Geffen's only water fountain. Butch decided to sit down and rest for a while before go in and meet with Kristian and the others. Vincent looked around the area and saw the damage done by the airship. He gulped by just looking at the destruction and could feel his stomach churned a little.
"Damn, we messed up real good!" exclaimed Vincent.
Butch already popped a cigarette into his mouth and smoked until half of its former size remains. He gave Vincent a dumb look and said, "Well we could apologize and pay for all the damages. And in return get beaten up by both the citizens and especially Sakura."
Vincent was silent for a moment suddenly he felt chills rushing down his spine. He sat beside the Rogue, flashing back his memory of the last time both of them got into trouble with the Monk. "Damn, I think my jaw is still loose after the last time we made her mad. Damn, she keeps a powerful punch."
Butch could only laugh remembering the same awful events. "Hahaha! And that was the time when you made a pass at her. You slap her ass a little and she gave you a right hook to your jaw. Man, that was funny! Especially the look on your face!"
"Well she is quite hot. I didn't even know she was dating Locke back then," said Vincent while rubbing his jaw, feeling as if the pain had return. Butch on the other hand was laughing uncontrollably. Even his cigarette had fallen into the fountain, "Well, you got into trouble with her too. Remember?"
Butch's laugh began to fade. He wiped out his tears and tried to recall the past, "Hahaha. Yeah I remember. We were all hanging out at Comodo back then. I decided to sneak a peek on all the dancers bathing in the nearby hot springs. Unfortunately I saw her there and also Alia…"
"Yeah, and you got your ass kicked real good. If it weren't for us, Alia might have shredded you with her daggers," said Vincent starting to laugh refreshing his memories.
"Yeah. Bottom line, girls are just trouble!"
"Hahaha, yeah. Hey it's getting dark. We should go meet with the others now," exclaimed Vincent while gazing into the darkened skies.
"Yeah, let's go."
Meanwhile, Kristian woke up finding his bones aching all over. He must have passed out right after stopping the airship from causing anymore further destructions. He got out of bed even thought still feeling quite exhausted and woozy at the same time. "If that thing in the Tower isn't go to kill me, I don't know what will," he thought as he made his way out of from his bedroom.
"Hey, you're awake!" said a voice in the next room.
"Ramza? What are you doing here?"
"Well, just thought of checking up on you. Man, you just passed out right after we stopped that friggin' airship," said the Blacksmith while brushing his bangs, "Here's some water if you'd like."
"Thanks," said the Lord Knight as he took a sip from the glass of water. "Where are Locke and Sakura? Are they alright?"
"Both of them are downstairs. Having dinner I think," answered Ramza, "You passed out for about 2 hours or so. We all just helped you on to your bed to rest. I just stayed in your room to wait until you wake up."
Kristian finish the entire glass in one gulp. He put the glass on the table and leaned back on the chair. The Lord Knight looked at the Blacksmith and smiled. "I see, my thanks then. Why did you join them to eat?" he asked.
"Hahaha, you want me to disturb a couple while they should have some time alone together?" asked Ramza laughingly.
"I guess not," laughed Kristian, "Well, let's go down and join them. I'm kinda famished myself. That airship business gave me quite an appetite."
"I agree."
Both of them went downstairs into the cafeteria. Upon entering the cafeteria they saw a lot of people crowding and just one small table. The place where Kristian usually sit these days. There sat Locke and Sakura whom was ganged up by a lot of people. Everyone couldn't help themselves but to thank, admire and everything else people do to a bunch of heroes who saved the day. Kristian and Ramza could only look as their other two friends modestly handles everyone.
"Shouldn't we?" asked Ramza pointing out towards Locke and Sakura.
"Nah let them handle it. Let's go somewhere else to eat," sighed Kristian looking quite disappointed. He was so looking forward to eating the inn's cooking again.
"Excuse me sir," said someone from behind while patting on Kristian's shoulders, "Would you happen to be Kristian. The guy who saved Geffen today?"
Kristian suddenly froze. He hated getting these kinds of attentions. It was dejavu for him once again. He suddenly remembers the time he was ganged up by group of swordsmen who wanted his help. He felt like ignore the guy and quickly dash back into his room. Instead he better bear with it rather than end up in shame. He turned around slowly. "Yes how can I help…"
He was shock to see two people he knew quite well. Butch and Vincent were standing right in front of his eyes. The moment he laid eyes on them, he felt like having a heart attack. "Good Lord!!! Butch!!! Vincent!!!" he shouted hysterically.
"Nice seeing you two boss," replied the Rogue with a sly grin on his face.
"What's up captain!" greeted the Hunter with a salute.
"Damn! You guys almost gave me a heart attack!" said the Lord Knight with tears in his eyes. Instead of shaking hands, he squeezed them both. They were quite joyous to see each other again after such a long time. Kristian not forgetting Ramza, quickly introduced him to the Rogue and Hunter.
"What are you guys doing here?" asked Kristian while wiping his tears.
"Well we thought you could use a hand with the Tower problem. So here we are," said Butch smilingly.
Kristian laughed at the Rogue's words. Vincent looked around the cafeteria and caught eye of Locke and especially Sakura nearby. They were busy handling a crowd that they didn't notice their presence. "Man, did those two did something together or what?" asked Vincent while scratching his head.
"Nah they just helped save Geffen that's all," laughed Kristian, "Especially Sakura, she was the one that helped the most."
Both Butch and Vincent looked at each other and gulped at the same time. They soon felt quite uneasy upon hearing that last remark. They wouldn't want her to know they were responsible with the airship.
"Hey c'mon. Let's get something to eat already!" said Ramza.
"I agree," replied Kristian with a grin on his face.
As the atmosphere cafeteria starts to brighten up a little. Kristian and the others didn't realize someone was watching them in the shadows.
