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**Communications though tech devices
Chapter 9 A long short cut
(Location: Raccoon City western district Raccoon City Arklay county mid western USA)
After leaving Kendo's gun shop, jaune and Claire took his directions. The man was so kind to them for saving his life. He even lend them a map of Raccoon City. It has become very useful for the duo. Taking the west district, they careful took different paths, not to open on the streets. Gutters and other short cuts have helped. It only made it easier for the team to proceed. But they knew it wasn't going to be a safe journey. They have already encountered a couple of zombies, small numbers. Those were killed by the Arc using his sword and knife. They were saving all the ammo given by the gun shop owner for emergencies only. Also, a couple of dogs that never stood a chance against the blond. So far so good, they were on correct path. It did bothered them they haven't seen any survivors yet, asides Kendo and Leon. It really looked like it was the end for this city.
Claire was holding the map memorizing the path. The short cut said by the gun shop owner was passing through a street with a dinner and city hall in the far. After that, the park should be nearby. Once they cleared it, they will be at the orphanage within minutes. They couldn't risk taking the long path, they needed to save Sherry from chief Irons. This was the short cut but Kendo warned them that it wasn't going to be easy to cross. Because, according to him, it's supposed to be filled with zombies. That's why they have the many weapons and ammunition. If things get ugly, they will unleash hell on the undead. It really was strange how all of this started. From finding the brunette's brother, to finding Sherry and Leon, to leave the city. Both really wanted to get as far away from here. If there was nothing they could do for those that have already got bitten and died. They only needed to find survivors and get out.
Claire finally put the map on one of her hip pouches. Gazing ahead, they weren't out of danger yet. Jaune has volunteered to take the lead with his sword and shield. Even with all of the weapons he had, he was still using those. He was probably used to them. That story he told her really makes her think he's truly insane. That he comes from another world they train people to become huntsmen and huntresses, to fight the creatures known as Grimm and protect mankind. The whole aura and semblance was so far fetch. That's what she thought at first. But, the more she thought about it, there was possibility it wasn't crazy at all. Not after what she has seen so far, regarding the blond. She saw him survived a flame round from her grenade launcher when she killed the first licker they encountered, she regret not hesitating, then he survived getting shoot. That wasn't normal no matter what armor or vest he was wearing, he should be feeling some pain.
The biggest shock for the Redfield has to be when he fought that thing with the trench coat and hat. The same thing that moved that chopper like it was light like a feather. Jaune, basically beat the crap out of him. Showing strength, that was impossible for a human to possess. Inhuman strength and, there was energy flowing on his body. Was that aura. If it is, then maybe, he was being honest. The brunette rubbed her forehead. How can it be possible for someone from another world to come here. How can it even be possible for a world like Remnant to exist in the first place. The way the blond told her, it's like a fairy tale world. Heroes and legends, where they spoke of fairy tales too. A fairy tale world speaking about fairy tales. That sounded ridiculous, it was bullshit. But at she has witnessed, should she just keep on denying it. With her own eyes, she has seen it.
"I should believe him. He hasn't done anything that will make me mistrust him. But it sounds fucking crazy. He has helped me so much and without him I wouldn't be standing alive right now."
"This is it."
Claire was snapped from her thoughts as she stopped walking. Jaune has stopped gazing around. She saw on their left "Raccoon dinner corner", the dinner shown in the map and told by Kendo.
"We're in the right direction."
"Look over there" pointed the blond.
The brunette saw it in the distance, a large looking capital building. That was city hall. That means if they keep going straight, they will eventually reach the park. Jaune put Crocea Mors on his waist, still having his shield as he took his handgun.
"From this point on. We should be more cautious."
"Kendo did said, after passing this street we'll be encountering that horde of zombies."
Ever since arriving at this city, Claire has been on edge. Her brother taught her not to panic no matter how hard the situation gets. Taking his advice to heart it's why she has been able to get through this without having a panic attack, or losing her sanity. It's like she has developed a sixth sense that will warn her if anything bad happens. Asides, hearing Jaune's story, she never thought of experiencing something so unreal, so horrific. Something that usually happens in movies. She was familiar with zombies. The young Redfield has seen classics horror films like Night of the Living Dead, that one she thought was more humor than horror though. Michael Jackson's video "Thriller" but that doesn't count as a horror film. Fright Night wait, that's a vampire movie. She couldn't think straight with all of this shit happening. Now it wasn't the time, she needed to get her head straight, focusing on what was important.
The duo was able to hear it in the distance. The slow footsteps, the hissing, but they heard so many. When they took a good look, their eyes widened in shock. What was laying before them was definitely a hard task. It was no wonder why Kendo warned them not to take this short cut. He was right. There were hundreds of zombies walking through the empty streets. But this was the path to the park where it will take them straight to the orphanage. This was just too much and the first time they have seen so many of the undead. Even with all of the firepower they currently possess. They'll be spending a lot of ammo to get rid of all of them. The police station doesn't compare to this. Sure, they had runs in with lickers, dogs and trench coat stalker. This however, was suicide. A few zombies was no big threat but, hundred, that was a whole different story.
Jaune had no idea what to do. The blond was in deep thought if he could come up with a plan. He signaled for Claire to hide behind a truck. The zombies still haven't noticed them yet as they continued to wander aimless through the street. This will be a great chance to use their grenades, before going with the big guns. The Arc underestimating his abilities. He knew, he could pass through all of them but the Redfield was with him. That's why it worried him. He didn't know what will happen if he gets bitten and he didn't wanted to know. But if Claire does, he knew she will be lost. He will be damned if he let's anything happen to her under his watch. This kind of situation requires intelligence and not brute force or dumb recklessness. Charging in, nope, that wasn't going to do it. There were many possibilities the huntsman could think of to get them pass this mess.
"Never thought there will be so many of them gathered in one place."
"We can still head back and take the other route" recommended Claire.
"No. If we go back it will take us way longer to get to the orphanage. We can't waste any more time. We need to save Sherry."
"The short cut it is, then. Any idea how to pass all of them?"
"Killing them it's not a good plan. We use any flash grenades we have and then we run as fast as we can. If they get too close, we shoot them with our guns."
"And if it gets real bad. I can always use the new ammo" the brunette has reloaded her grenade launcher with the freeze rounds, she's been secretly eager to try it out.
"As long as they don't see us, we have the advantage. Get ready to move on my signal" the blond has taken a flash grenade.
"It's going to be like a fucking rat race."
"With zombies chasing us" added the Arc.
(Music: "Bodies" by Drowning Pool)
Jaune used his hand counting down to three. After reaching three, he threw the flash grenade high into the air, reaching the spot where many of the undead were. In a flash of light, quite the numbered were staggered covering their eyes. The team took the chance running off. The blond let Claire to be ahead, so he can have her back. The Arc chose to use his sword and shield not wanting to waste ammo. Those that weren't affected by the flash were now aware of their presences. Those that were chasing after them got cut off by the blonds' sword. This time, the Redfield threw another flash grenade. The duo shielded their eyes once it exploded. They kept running avoiding large numbers of the zombies. They could see the entrance to the to park, they were almost there, just a little bit further. More undead ahead, Claire didn't wasted firing a freeze round freezing three at the same time, due to the blast radius.
Any other zombie were getting cut in half by the huntsman's blade. Claire threw a hand grenade, killing more. Who could even survive through such numbers. If it weren't for their weapons and grenades, they would never have a chance. But then again, maybe Jaune can survive. After seeing his abilities. How many times has she felt grateful to have him with her. This was too much for one person to take. She should give herself a medal for still being alive and not lose any bit of sanity in her mind. As the team were reaching the gates of the park a couple of zombies blocked their way. Another shot from a freeze round was enough to stopped them in their tracks. The Arc shattered them with his shield, getting to the gates. Behind them, the zombie horde was getting closer. The huntsman threw another flash grenade as he managed to open the double doors. Both closed it tightly, as they were safe for the moment.
(Music end)
"We manage to get passed all of them."
"It was crazy. But it worked."
"I hope we can get to the orphanage now."
"According to the map and what Kendo told us. It should be around the corner after crossing the park" said Jaune.
Once they were inside the park, they kept their weapons. Jaune changed Crocea Mors to his handgun and Claire did the same. They weren't out of danger yet. Who knows what could be crawling here. All of Raccoon City was infested by zombies and other creatures from Umbrella. There was a sudden tremor that shook them. Now, that was the last thing they needed, an earthquake. And unfortunate, that's what it was. The tremor was constant as the ground was shaking. Both were having a hard time to keep their balance. Jaune tried to reach out to the Redfield, taking her hand and she thought the same thing. But they shaking was getting stronger, it kept them apart. A large crack opened on the ground separating the two. It was too long to try and jump. This earthquake has split them apart. The Arc was starting to think, that they should have taken the long way. This complicate things.
"Jaune!"
"Stay back! Don't try to jump!"
"What the hell are we going to do now!?"
"Nothing has changed. We need to get to the orphanage. Looks like you will have to find a way to get to me. I will try to meet up with you."
"Shit. I will have to go back to all those zombies."
"We'll meet up at the end of the park. Until then, you're on your own Claire. I know you can do it."
"Keep yourself safe too. I'm not going to the orphanage without you."
"Same" he smiled as he walked off.
"Be careful Jaune" she hated splitting from the blond, getting used to his presence all the time.
Jaune wasn't happy. He never thought it could get worse. And, every time he thinks of it, it just keep getting worse. So how worse can it be surviving a zombie outbreak while an earthquake. Perfect, somebody above must hate him so much. Probably brought him to this world and now he was fighting zombies, dogs, lickers, tall strong trench coat guy who wasn't human. And now, he gets separated from his friend. It was impossible not to get worried about Claire. At least he made it to the other side of the park. She needed to find another way around. If there was even a way. Let's not forget the zombie horde that wasn't that far. There were still enough of those things. But he knew her, she was tougher than she looks and she's armed and ready. He will have to cross the park and find a way to meet up with her. Until then, she was on her own and the same with him.
No choice but to keep on moving. Continue walking through the woods, he spotted some benches and destroyed concrete. Must have been caused from the recent earthquake. Jaune was careful crossing over the many obstacles. He did encountered a couple of zombies. Nothing he could handle. It's been an easy journey so far. The huntsman was sure Claire was having a harder time getting passed all of those undead. Damn it, he couldn't stop thinking about the Redfield. She was in trouble, and she needed his help. He hated letting Irons take Sherry and now this. The blond calmed himself and got his act together. Leaving this place and somehow meet up with the brunette. Then they will go together to the orphanage and save the little girl. It was different, being on your own. Not having someone to watch over for you. Sure, he can handle this but it will be a lot harder for his companion.
Another tremor shook the ground. This one, was stronger and longer. It was impossible for the Arc to keep his balance as everything around him was shaking. Just, what was causing this. From watching the Living Dead it was rare to see earthquakes during a zombie outbreak. Not unless, it was the end of the world. Well, sort of but not to an extent. The ground broke creating a large crack just like the one that got him separated from Claire. Only this time, he fell in. The huntsman used his shield to land safely, while holding Crocea Mors. Thank goodness there was no bottomless pit. The shaking stopped again and the Arc noticed a long path that was created. He will have to find a way back up. Great, as thing couldn't get any more complicated. The blond stopped himself, he better not jinx it or he'll be sorry later. Separating from his friend and companion was enough trouble as it is.
Shots were suddenly fired. Jaune's eyes widened, recognizing that kind of fire. It belongs to a handgun. He immediately got happy thinking he has already found Claire. The shots were from far away, so he ran after the source of the sound. The blond readied his gun as the gun shots were getting louder. In a corner formed rocks and destroyed concrete there stood someone. The Arc blinked feeling disappointed because it wasn't the Refield. But it was another survivor. A young woman looking in her early twenties with short brown hair, blue eyes. Wearing a brown belt on her shoulders that holds a belt on her waist, with many pouches, along a walkie. A sleeveless blue tank top with a white sweater wrapped around her waist, a short denim skirt with long leather brown boots. The young woman was firing her gun at a pack of dogs, she was obviously in trouble.
It didn't mattered if it wasn't Claire. He needed to help her as he fired at the other undead hounds. This caught the attention of the woman as she killed a dog that got close to her with her combat knife. The blond huntsman ran to her side holding his shield and handgun. Giving a nod to her that he was here to help and she got the message clearly. Together, they fired their weapons killing more of the hounds. One jumped at Jaune as he used his shield and countered firing on its head, followed by a kick. Three more arrived to aid the pack. The Arc took a hand grenade and threw it, killing four in the blast. Leaving only two, the young fired some quick shots killing them. A sigh of relief escaped her lips as she reloaded her weapon. Turning to the person who saved her, she raised her eyebrows at his attire. But it seemed the blond has read her mind just by her look.
"First, don't say anything about what I'm wearing. It is NOT a Halloween costume."
"Okay…."
"You all right?"
"I am now, that you're here. I would have been in serious trouble if you hadn't shown up."
"I'm just glad to meet another survivor. The whole city looks so empty."
"And crawling with zombies" added the short haired brunette" who would think another outbreak will occurred."
"Another?" this got the blonds' attention.
"Never mind. Thanks for the help" she smiled" I'm Jill. Jill Valentine."
"Jill" Jaune was shocked hearing the name" I'm Jaune…."
"Something wrong?" she noticed he acted taken back.
"Are you the same Jill from S.T.A.R.S?"
"Yes" her blue eyes narrowed in suspicion.
"You're one of the survivors from the mansion incident."
That was enough for the young woman to point her gun at him" how do you know about that?"
"I read it from Chris's diary."
"You what?!" she was shocked not removing her weapon from him" how did you get your hands on his diary!? You better answer fast because my finger might slip on the trigger!"
"Don't shoot! I'm not an enemy. I found Chris's diary, hidden on a loose tile next to his desk at the S.T.A.R.S office. I really didn't wanted to read it but Claire insisted-"
"Claire…?" Jill cut him off shocked" she's here?!"
"Yeah. We've been traveling together trying to get out of this city. Well, before we recently got separated."
"Shit...Chris is going to be pissed" she finally lowered her gun not believing his sister will be caught in this whole mess.
"Claire is more pissed at him for leaving" countered the blond and finally cursing, guess he was learning to say it from being in this world for too long.
"That sure sounds like her, all right" she nodded" I'm sorry for mistrusting you…."
"I'm Jaune, sorry for not introducing myself earlier."
"What was the last time you were with Claire?"
"After we entered the park. We're taking it as short cut to get to the orphanage. Then an earthquake got us separated."
"And now you're here" Jill understood his situation and believed him" you don't mind if I tag along?"
"You're heading for the orphanage too?"
"I'm heading to the police station to meet up with a friend. I hope he's safe."
"We've already been there. There are no survivors. Just zombies and lickers."
"Lickers?" that was a new name for a creature for the young woman.
"Trust me, you don't want to see them. They're really ugly."
"Wouldn't want to. And not like I was expecting everyone to be alive at the station. All of this started because the city's water supply was contaminated with the T-virus."
"So that's how the outbreak started" the Arc was shocked, no wonder all of the people got infected so quickly.
"Then Umbrella jumped at the opportunity to test their bio weapons on the citizens. Pretty convenient way. Even test their own soldiers."
"From what we've read on Chris's diary. He said you needed some space, that's why you stayed."
"I did. But I also wanted to do some research on my own. I know Umbrella has an underground facility below this city. I haven't found it yet. Once I find it and put an end to this madness, I'm planning on joining Chris in Europe."
"So, basically. This entire city has become a training ground of Umbrella. It's just like the mansion" said Jaune.
"No, it's worse. This is a city and so many innocent people have been infected and killed. And all of this is happening because Umbrella only want to test out their weapons and get that research data."
"They're really evil…."
"Why are you and Claire going to the orphanage?" asked the S.T.A.R.S member.
"There's someone we need to find, she needs our help."
Jill gave a nod as they finally started moving through the path created by the earthquake. This wasn't the first time she experienced it, she hoped they don't run into it. It has gotten quiet while the young woman started at the blond. He seemed to be a few years younger than her. Maybe, the same age as Claire. What a horrible taste for her to get involved in this nightmare. While Chris was in Europe thinking his younger sister was safe and sound. Boy, would he get a surprise when she tells him. The armor, the red sash, the sheathed sword. He really looked like he was dressed for Halloween. But he was also well armed. Noticing the shot gun, the combat knife and what it seems to be a magnum. That was some serious firepower right there. He was prepare to survive this hell. Another tremor as both gasped, it was getting stronger like the other the Arc felt.
"Not again…."
"Stay sharp! I know what's causing these earthquakes!"
Jaune kept his gun and shield as the earthquake stopped. Something emerged from the ground before them. The blond huntsman was shocked seeing a giant worm with four sharp fans on its mouth. Okay, he wasn't expecting this. So this thing is the cause of all of the tremors. And responsible for separating him from Claire. Forget his handgun, he took his Remington shot gun as she folded the shield and sheathed Crocea Mors in it. There was no way he can use it with one hand. Not until he masters using a fire arm. The worm did a tackle as Jill dodged and kept firing her gun, while the blond closer blasting it's ugly face with the shot gun. It went back into the hole it made. The S.T.A.R.S member told him to be careful of his surroundings. The worm can appear anywhere in the ground. It was quiet, for a moment. Until they heard a tremor, it was coming back out.
It came out right next to the Arc as he reacted firing the shot gun, followed by assist fire from Jill. The creature was getting hurt before it went back to hiding. The blond realized this was nothing but a game of whack-a-mole. It comes out, you attacked it and then it comes back into its hole. Only difference they needed to be careful not to get attacked by the worm. As long as they can predict where it will strike next, it will be an easy fight. The key was in sensing the movements on the ground. When the tremor comes, the closer it sounds, the most likely it will be the spot where it will emerge. This time the worm came out from next to the young brunette. She fired her gun while the blond ran and fired the shot gun twice. That was it, he needed to reload while it was being kept busy by the woman. The huntsman did it as quickly as he could but it was too late. The creature went back into the hole.
This thing can be tricky, it knows the only advantage it has over the two. Is hiding and emerging tactic. If they can only keep it from going underground. They should be able to kill it. The two stood side by side waiting for the bio monster to rise. Jill commented if he could lend her his handgun and Jaune didn't had a problem with it. Now, she was holding two guns. The Arc gasped warning the young woman that it was come out right below them. Both jumped on time to see the worm opening it's mouth and the large sharp fangs. Jill fired both guns, while the huntsman fired his shot gun. It was really hurt now. A few more shots and it will be down. It went back in again. The S.T.A.R.S member told him the creature can heal momentarily when its underground. Explaining why it will do so much. If that was the case, they needed it to finish it now. Because they doubt this thing was going to let them go.
Everything fell silent. The seconds passed and still nothing. The worm wasn't coming out, it was smarter than what they were giving it credit for. Obviously the creature was taking its time to heal enough so it can attack again. Jaune didn't had time for this crap. He needed to regroup with Claire and find Sherry. The Arc put back his shot gun making Jill questioned what was he doing. If he wanted to bring this freak down, he needed stronger fire power, and he had it. Carefully, Jaune has taken the magnum python. It was already loaded, he removed the safety. If the recoil of the Remington 380 was strong, than this one will be stronger, he will be get ready. The tremors were back at it, the worm must have heal to finally make its move. The blond wasn't going to miss as he saw the red laser pointer, making it easier to aim, and hit the target. The worm emerged right behind him as a grin spread his lips, he was expecting it to attack him from the back.
He jumped and pointed the magnum right in its mouth. One shot and the thing was staggered, it was in pain. Jill followed firing both guns. Until finally, the worm felt to the ground dead. The young woman shoot it twice, just to make sure it was really dead. Jaune gave a sigh, putting back the magnum python. Damn, the weapon was truly that powerful. Enough to kill an elephant, Kendo wasn't exaggerating. The woman handed him back his handgun, as he reloaded it.
"Thanks for the help" smiled Jill.
"No problem. Giant worm, I don't wanna know what else could there be in this city."
"I'll take a zombie any day."
"That makes two of us" he smiled.
After the fight with worm they resumed their journey and they were able to see a couple of black fences from the ground, leading all the way up. It was familiar to a ladder. Looks like they found their way back up. Jaune let Jill go first and was impressed at how fast she climbed up. She is a member of S.T.A.R.S a special group within the Raccoon City Police Department. She was no amateur. He bet Claire can learn a few things from her. Once he was back up they resumed walking through the destroyed park. The huntsman saw an opened gate leading out. That has to be the exit. Taking that, will lead him straight to the orphanage. Problem is, he needed to find the Redfield first. On the other side there was a wooden door. The two walked out of the park and back into the empty streets. No zombies, or dogs, that was a good thing. They can at least take a break.
"We made a pretty good team back there."
"Yeah. Glad I ran into you before facing that thing."
"What are you planning to do now?" asked the S.T.A.R.S member.
"I need to find Claire before going to the orphanage. I'm not leaving without her."
"She's tough and can handle herself. But she'll be safer with you around."
"What about you?"
"I need to find that Umbrella facility. Something needs to be done."
"Jill, why don't you come with us? Once Claire and I find our friend, we can help you search for that place."
"That sounds like a plan to me. Count me in" she smiled with a nod, the more the merrier.
Her walkie suddenly started beeping as she picked it" this is Jill…?"
*Jill...Get out…*
"Carlos?" she recognized the voice of the mercenary.
*That thing is coming back...It knows where you are….* The communication ended.
"Shit, it must have found me already" she glared.
"What's wrong?"
"Looks like I will have to decline your offer, Jaune."
"Why?"
"Because it's not safe being around me. Not as long as that thing is out there."
"What thing?" he blinked" wait...It's not a tall wrinkled pale guy with a black trench coat, right? It used to have a hat but I removed it."
"No, it's worse."
The Arc was shocked. What could possible be worse than trenchy.
"Go and meet up with Claire. You have to get her out of this city. For Chris's sake."
"I will. But what about you?"
"I can take care of myself. You'll be safe without me. That thing is only after me. It's only after members of S.T.A.R.S."
"But-"
"Go. Take the east side to go around the park. I'll head back and go to the police station from here."
"Okay" Jaune nodded from her expression, he wasn't going to win this argument" just make sure you survive."
"Same with you. Look after Claire and give her my regards."
With that Jill left running back to the park. She will probably find a way to return to where they met.
"Good luck Jill."
After a while walking the streets of the east side like Jill told him. There was still no sign of Claire. Once more he was getting worried for her. He stopped on his tracks when he heard a loud growl from far away. It growled" STARS". The blond was frozen hearing the ferocious voice. Was that the thing that is after her. She said it was worse than their trench coat stalker. He didn't wanted to meet it. Jill must have balls of steel to face that thing or running from it. Jaune ran, that's all he did. If it can help him find his friend sooner than he will run endlessly if he needed to. The sound of machine gun fire caught his ears. The blond ran even faster, blue eyes widened as he smiled. There stood Claire, looking pissed as she was using her sub machine gun on a large group of zombies. He fired his handgun immediately lending her a hand and the Redfield saw him.
Her eyes widened, wanting to tear up. But all she did was smiled in return. She kept firing her sub machine gun while the Arc changed from his handgun to Crocea Mors, slashing them and decapitating them. More undead were coming their way as they took the chance to run into the right direction. The Arc was able to memorize part of the Raccoon City map. At, least the path to the orphanage. They could see something colorful in the distance. A double door with a blue raccoon and another animal colored red with white spots. He could read the words on the sing above the doors" Raccoon City Orphanage". They finally arrived. Claire warned him about danger from behind. More zombies with a few dogs and trenchy in the back. Punching any undead that was in his way. Both ran as they opened the doubled doors and put the bolt together.
"Finally…." Jaune smiled staring at the large house before them.
The huntsman was caught off guard as Claire has suddenly hugged him. He blushed suddenly not expecting it. A soft sob escaped from the brunette's lips as she pressed her head into his armor. The blond accepted the embrace, that's all he could do. The minutes passed and both were still locked in that embrace. The blonds' face getting redder by the second. How long was she planning to stay like this. Not that it bothered him. His heart was racing again. Why would this young woman make him feel like this, or makes his heart beat so fast. Jaune made sure to keep his hands below the waist, not wanting to ruin the moment. One of his hands reached to her hair, giving it a soft caress. She didn't seemed to mind. But he was happy and relief he was able to meet up with the Refield just in time.
"I was worried…." she whispered" I kept wondering if you were all right. I didn't wanted to think if something bad has happened to you."
"Well, as you can see I'm fine" he broke the hug smiling at the brunette" I wasn't alone. I ran into Jill at the park."
"Jill?" she was shocked" Chris's friend, where is she?"
"She left, saying she was going to the police station. I tried to convince her to come with us but she couldn't because apparently she's being stalked by something strong."
"The trench coat freak?"
"No. She said something worse."
"Shit. Wouldn't want to see that thing."
"I thought the same thing. She said it's only after members of S.T.A.R.S. That we'll be better off if she wasn't around us."
"We don't have to worry about her if she knows what she's doing. C'mon, let's go find Sherry."
"Right" he gazed at the house before them.
"Hold on Sherry, we're coming."
To be continued
-Now I know someone said to me in a review a while back if I would have Jill make an appearance and I believe I said no. I was wrong, sorry. The reason I added the small cameo is because both RE2 and 3 are taking place in the same city. However I will not be giving cameos to the Wolfpack from OPR. Because to me it's my least favorite RE game. To me, it feels out of place. I also gave a short cameo on Nemesis even if he didn't appeared in the chapter. I like using the worm boss and Jaune and Jill fighting together against it. I think it was cool.
-I finally added music. I just don't know why but when I thought of that scene of Jaune and Claire passing that zombie horde. All I thought was the bodies song by Drowning Pool. It's been on my head for a while let the bodies hit the floor, let the bodies hit the floor.
Replying to reviews:
*Zilla- thank you and you will see.
*NecrorexSparda Juubi-No-Kishin- wish ghost survivors was canon but it's not. But like I said I'm glad Capcom did the small twist if these three characters were actually alive. And yeah I don't remember much of the orphanage's journal I won't be bringing it up in my story. But it was obvious Umbrella was going to use the kids as guinea pigs for the G-Virus. Monsters they are, all of them.
*warrior of six blades- thank you for liking the chapter and I guess Jaune was too shocked trenchy was still on his feet to notice his healing factor and wow your suggestions are very good. I'll see what I can do. Claire obviously don't believe Jaune so it should be normal she will come up with a logical explanation to his origins. Thanks. As for your review of the last chapter sorry I have the tendency of recapping everything that happened in the last chapter. You might skip them. Your criticism is appreciate it. And since Jaune is maturing in this story we might see a whole new side of him.
*patrickregalado- oh you will see what I have in store in the future when it comes to Sherry. Thanks for the review.
*merged zamasu- already gave the Jill and small Nemesis cameo. Maybe the crossover can be another challenge to add to my list.
*The Emerald Mage- hope Jill's cameo is enough to get your interest. Thanks for your constant support.
*NwordBiatch- if you don't like the story you're more than welcome not to read it. I'm pretty sure there are horror comics in Remnant. It's not like everyone will read them and get so scare Grimm will be barging in their door. Because they're just books, work of fiction. I mean comics from the X-ray and Vav series exists, even if its a reference to another of RT's shows. I'm sure there are also horror movies but same as the comics the people of Remnant know the difference between fiction and reality, my opinion anyway. I understand how you feel. There are many holes in the RWBY series its been like that since Monty's passing. At first it started as they wanted to continue the show to honor Monty's memory. But now, it feels like they're just doing it for the fun of it, or as it was a hobby instead of work. Barbara Dunkelman said" it's a cartoon show" don't remember the interview but I face palmed. True it is a cartoon show but you're forgetting this is a cartoon show created by the brilliant mind of a brilliant man. I doubt Monty would see RWBY as" just a cartoon show" it was his baby, his creation and I'm sure he must have had respect for it. I know Barbara can be stupid sometimes but I feel her comment was insulting to Monty's memory. Sorry for the rant.
*KingofThunder989- thank you for still liking the story.
*Raidentensho- thank you and good question. True aura comes from the soul and it can also evolve. Jaune's aura will eventually evolve. Depending if I decide to continue the story his semblance might evolve.
*CT7567Rules- sorry got that wrong it's really 870 not a gun expert. And like I said I'm not including the Wolfpack in this story because ORC is my least fav RE game and to me, I don't really see it as canon.
*Guest- you're just giving me an idea for a story. But I doubt I'll be able to write it, maybe added to my challenges list.
*Super heavy weapons guy- I hope I get to surprise you.
*X3runner- yeah the thing with Kendo's daughter broke my heart. I decided not to bring the gun shot because we all saw it coming. Ghost survivors also confirmed it.
*Guest- after this story guess I have a few crossover ideas while updating other stories.
*wagner- don't know. Though I've been thinking of adding Jaune in the games Claire is involved. Code Veronica X, Revelations 2 and there's also the movie Degenaration. But I still haven't made up my mind to make sequels after this story.
*Greer123- they just arrived and I'd say things are going to get interesting from here on.
*Guest- I'd say she will beat Mr. X over and over until she runs out of aura. If it's the first Mr. X then she will be in trouble. I do like Yang's change and character development. From being someone who charges head first to someone who decides to keep her cool and be more focus. Though I still think Adam could have beaten her if he wasn't so filled with anger. How the tables have turned, the irony.
*Based d20- not really but I guarantee that he will make an appearance eventually.
*Storm Marine- thank for your constant support I still have more moments in store for Arcfield lol.
Guest- I can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not. I honestly don't like Leon/Claire but I won't doubt that it can happen if they were together in the canon story. In Darkside Chronicles 2 they were together due to the arcade shooter style of the game Claire acted a bit jealous after meeting Ada because Leon wanted to go after her saying" you want to impress her don't you? Men" and he replies" women" it's like he's saying" whatever Claire I dig her I want to get into her pants". However we all know Leon loves Ada, he likes the dark haired mysterious type. Maybe Claire might have had a crush on him with the way she acted in the remake, but it's one sided. At least she probably felt the same way about Steve in Code Veronica when how she reacted when he died. Poor girl.
*Guest- Birkin and Mr. X vs Salem and the God brothers. Seriously everyone knows who would win. In fact, leave the brothers out of it and Salem is more than enough to take Birkin and X out. She's immortal, almost to God level and she controls an infinite army of Grimm. Both Birkin and Trenchy are strong but they will never stand a chance against the Grimm witch. If you add the brothers it will be so overkill it wouldn't even be funny.
*Agent48- I have to agree with you an outbreak in Remnant will be bad since not everyone has their aura unlocked (civilians etc). There will be infected, casualties and the situation will cause a world wide panic, becoming a frenzy for the Grimm. It will be hell on Remnant if the T-Virus ever spreads. And the more I think of it, it will be a great story idea, a nice AU.
-Holy shit just passed over 200 reviews thank you very much.
-As always thank you very much for the favs, follows and reviews I really appreciate it.
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