Shout-outs too:
1) BucketHead Wendy: ...? No comment.
2) Desmond: Guess you don't know what Assassin's Creed is, huh? So back to your "handy" review, I can't tell you that. I've already said too much about Vampire Ben's character as it is, anymore will ruin the twists and turns I have waiting further down the road.
Oh, and there's a few Twilight references in here... you've been warned.
Prologue: Page 6
One roundhouse kick to his chest and one panty-shot from her later, 'Ben' was sent 40 yards westward by a VERY pissed off Inner Moka (AN: This should answer some of your questions concerning how strong Inner Moka is compared to Ben, well Vampire Ben anyway). "MOKA, cut it out! That's B..." Kurumu was saying. "That's bullshit Kurumu, and you know it! That might be Ben's body, but its far from him. He made me look like a fool in front of Ben, like one of you lovesick puppies back home! I won't tolerate it, he's learning his place!" Inner Moka hissed and growled, peeved well over her limit. She ran off into the distance to catch up with her target, while Kurumu and Reinrassic just watched. "Is this, another mating ritual?" Asked a very confused Highbreed, but the poor alien never got an answer.
With a crash: 'Ben' fell flat on his back, had a few dislocated joints and bones, and as for the pain... well, his madman-like laugh contradicts this. 'Ben' got up and bent his body around, putting everything back into place with a painful sounding snap. Again, his manic-like laughter told a different story of what he was feeling. "HA, whew! Now... THIS is more like it! Alright, Princess... LET'S DANCE!" Said 'Ben', running in the direction from whence he came.
As soon as both vampires saw the whites of the others eyes, they sped up and let out a battle yell as they started to attack. Inner Moka jumped into the air and did a front-flip before zooming towards the American with her foot outward, while said American pulled made a fist and pulled it back. Both vampires' foot/fist collided with a burst of power, creating a shockwave that disturbed most of the landscape.
Even from 40 yards away, both Reiny and Kurumu could feel the force of the attacks, as well as the shockwaves that originated from the duo S-Class monsters'. Sure shockwaves get weaker as they spread out, but still the wind created from it was around 15-20 mph. Not wanting to leave the Highbreed defenseless, Kurumu had no choice but to stay... not that she would get anywhere near the fighting vampires anyway, they were scary when angry.
The fighting from Inner Moka and 'Ben' caught the attention of a Dravek, it shot out of the sand, almost making a midnight snack out of either bloodsucker. Opening its jaws, it attempted to eat one of the vampires, only for the one it aimed for to jump away. Sand flowed out of the beasts mouth as it looked at the 2 vampires. "Quick truce to take this thing out?" Asked Inner Moka. She didn't like to admit it, but even she couldn't defeat a Dravek alone. Even with Big Chill's help, she only pissed one off, and it was only with Reinrassic's Intel of the creature did they manage to kill it.
"Heh, speak for yourself, stand back and watch the master" said 'Ben', clearly not interested in Inner Moka's plead. The Dravek repeated what it did before, 'Ben' showed no emotion on his face however. Just as the earthworm would have swallowed him, 'Ben' sidestepped and grabbed one of its 5 appendages, ripping it clean off. Hissing in pain, the Dravek turned to try again, but that's when 'Ben' jabbed it with its own body part.
If that suffering wasn't enough, 'Ben' jumped up and uppercutted it, sending it into the air and smack on a large pointy rock that sharp and long enough to pierce its exoskeleton. It struggled and then... nothing.
'Ben' wiped his arms. "See? I didn't need your help" answered 'Ben', arrogantly. For a split second, Inner Moka felt stabbed in the heart. But then reminded herself that this was NOT Ben Tennyson. Besides, she didn't love him... did she? She and Moka have felt more alive now that they've seen Ben again and this adventure brought back many fond (and not-so fond) memories, but that wasn't love... right? "What happened to ya Moka, you used to be more confident" 'Ben' continued.
Her temper flaring up again, she got right up to 'Ben'. But before she could make a comeback, he spoke again. "I mean, this IS what you wanted, right?" Inner Moka instantly backed off, what was he talking about? Could he be mentioning... no way, impossible. She prayed for it in her head, there's no way he could know! That thing Ben wears stores DNA, not actual living things. Then again, Ghostfreak AKA Zs'Skayr was trapped in it... could it be possible then? Could this version of Ben have been buried deep within the Omnitrix that it only managed to get out because of her?
"Oh my, pinched a nerve, have I? Let me say this Moka, the Omnitrix might be a computer, but the things inside are as organic as an apple. You wanted it to ignore its safety protocols, and here I am" 'Ben' claimed. Inner Moka pieced it all together, but it still didn't add up. Azmuth clearly said that the Omnitrix was NOT designed to absorb monster DNA, but Ben unlocked aliens matching similar codes of the 'donators'. Mizore to Big Chill, Kagome to Brainstorm and Keito to Spidermonkey. But why did it have to be an actual monster for Moka/Inner Moka's blood?
Obviously this 'Ben' knew more than he cared to share, his smug smirk proved that. "Why then, why are you trying to take over his body?" Asked Inner Moka. 'Ben' made a face of mock-shock. "Whaaaat, take over? Listen Bella Swan, don't compare me to that idiotic Ectonurite. I'm here for the same reason you exist, to protect my other half. But for you... isn't it just the opposite?" he said, grinning at that last sentence. Inner Moka was now truly scared, how much did this man know and more importantly, how the hell did he find out? Ben himself didn't even know the whole truth about her, so how was it possible that this one did?!
Shaking it off, Inner Moka went to get in his face for what felt like the 5th time that night. But he held up his hands in mock-defense. "Chill your highness, I won't breathe a word... if you promise me something" he offered. "What?" She growled, not in the mood for games anymore. "Get him to let me out once in a awhile, you won't believe how stuffy it is in that thing. Hell, I'll even settle for 5 minutes so he can still change into what he actually wants" said 'Ben'. He then held out a hand and said "We got a deal?"
Inner Moka thought about this carefully. She didn't want to tell Ben about herself (mostly due to her pride) and she wasn't really sure about it either. Still, as unpredictable as this Ben was, vampires are an honorable species. Even the asshole-ish ones had a shred of common decency. She held out her own hand. "As long as you learn to control yourself... AND let Ben decide what is best" she stated.
'Ben' of course, pulled his hand away.
"And what makes you think I'll agree to that, sweet cheeks? Could it be because...?" Said 'Ben', grabbing her quicker than Gin can run on a full moon. She would have kicked his... weakest point, for a lack of better words. But what he said next shocked her to her core: "Awwww, you do care." She flinched; this Ben said the exact same thing, the exact same way as the human Ben did when they fought those Lizardmen.
She got out of his grip faster than Edward Cullen could show off for his girlfriend when they first met. Then doing what she does best (other than kicking), she hid the emotion written all over her face. She took it back, this Ben had as much honor as an Imp. If she was going to get his word... she'd have to swallow her pride and... "and... you can call me baby" she growled. Ugh, the things she does for her "friends".
'Ben' changed his tune. "No shit? I can call you baby all I want, and no hissy fits from ya?" He asked, now interested. Inner Moka didn't answer, she just held her hand out and gave him a look that said: "I'm not gonna repeat myself, deal?" The American vampire took Inner Moka's hand, shaking it with a silly grin in his face.
Aw geez, what has Inner Moka gotten herself into?
"Well, pleasure doing business with ya... baby. Alright, I got a good 3 minutes left, so hang on" said 'Ben', grinning slyly. Before Inner Moka could make a move, he picked her pick bridal style and ran off into the distance.
-TIME BREAK-
Back at the campsite, Kurumu was tending to Reiny's wound. Thank the heavens she had a few medical supplies with her, some rubbing alcohol and plastic bags. Of course, Reinrassic wanted to be unhanded by a "vile parasite". But after Kurumu asking if he wants his hand saved or saved as a souvenir, he shut up. Kurumu reluctantly asked him to find more water, with him asking what good would water do at a time like this. Placing a 'hand' in the bag and setting it in the water, she explained she's seen on TV that coolness buys severed body parts some precious time.
He asked what a TV was, but he never got an answer for that either.
Good thing it was cold out, otherwise the water would get too hot and this tactic wouldn't work. And for all his talk about being high and mighty, he was sure whining like a baby when the alcohol was applied. They heard a sound from the distance, along with a form racing toward them. Arming their claws and darts, they got ready for whatever was approaching.
Neither expected 2 vampires, one of them being held by the other... and still in one piece.
"Alright, put me down!" Said Inner Moka, really getting tired of this. 'Ben' grinned. "Sure" he answered, taking the order a little too literal. Inner Moka got up and growled at him, but then the beeping came. "Aw well, fun's over."
FLASH!
"Uh, whats going on? Why does my face feel like it was slapped twice?" Asked Ben, now back to his former self. He noticed Outer Moka was replaced by her inner vampire. "And how did you get out?" He continued. Looking around, he saw Kurumu was giving Reinrassic a 'hand' with the limited supplies she apparently brought. "OH RIGHT! Hero..." he said, but noticed his watch was red. "Huh? What the hell happened?"
"Is this another one of your puns?" Asked Reinrassic, thinking Ben was joking around. "You tried to 'Go Hero', but you miss-transformed into him" said Kurumu. "Uh, who?" Asked Ben. "Him" said Inner Moka in a very stern, and VERY pissed off tone. "Oh... well that's just great, now how am I supposed t..." Ben was asking, but he got an idea. It would involve pain both emotionally and physically, but its not like he hasn't felt it before.
Besides, it was part of its programming.
"Kurumu, I need you to hurt me" he simply said. Reinrassic would raise an eyebrow... or four if he could, Inner Moka's eyes widened just a little but no one noticed, and Kurumu... "O-Oh, w-w-well I didn't think y-y-you'd like things rough, b-b-but we're outside and all, t-t-though it does sound fun..." said Kurumu, blushing. Ben facepalmed, how she could take an innocent request and turn it into a dirty one was beyond him.
He got Kurumu up from her seat and placed her right hand on his chest, she couldn't help but blush even redder. "No Kurumu, I mean literally. Grow your nails out... and don't stop" said Ben. Kurumu's eyes widened "WHAAAAT?! Ben, are you crazy?! I'll never do that to you!" She practically shouted. "Apparently someones having a personality change" said Inner Moka getting her guard up, thinking perhaps the vampire Ben overwhelmed him. "What are you, a masochist?" Asked Reinrassic.
Ignoring the others, Ben focused his attention on Kurumu. "I'm sorry to ask you this but when my life is in jeopardy, the watch instantly recharges sometimes. Trust me, I'll be fine" said Ben. "Did I kick your head too hard? You'll die, you buffoon! You got her claws aimed right at your heart!" Inner Moka warned. Ben just got closer to Kurumu's face, both looking deeply into each others eyes. "Kurumu... trust me."
She was silent, she could NEVER hurt her Destined One. And what was that thing about sometimes, as in it doesn't always work?! Then why in hell's name would he even consider this?! 'There he goes again, putting others before himself' Kurumu thought. Charming Ben was one thing, but actually hurting him?!
No f***ing way. But if it did work, he could save Reiny's arm... but if it didn't...
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"... my dear, sweet Destined One..."
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"This'll hurt me more..."
I know, I know! I said this was the final page, but I wanna keep the prologue pages between 2000-3000 words. The true final page will be written and posted shortly.
I tried one battle scene after another; one with Reiny/Kurumu/Inner Moka VS Ben, Kurumu/Inner Moka VS Ben or even an argument that would attract more Dasypodidae and Dravek's simultaneously. So their was a LOT of rewrites involved, which is why this took awhile. Like I said, new territory.
Now I know you all will probably have tons of questions on how could Vampire Ben possibly know all of the things he shouldn't. Sadly, this is to set a course for the future, the answer will be revealed, but I'm not telling you when. You'll have to read, review and follow/fav for the answer...
Of course, if you think you've figured it out, post your answer in a review (this is optional of course) and I'll tell you if your right or not in a shout-out.