lugiamania: Okay, I won't try and make more lame excuses. I'm sorry for being late and if you all hate me, I can understand. But I'm making my best effort to finish this up, along with Spy One Day, Lover the Next.

Bit: Well, I suppose that we should all be glad that you're at least putting in an effort.

lugiamania: Yeah, well, I just wanted to get all of this off my plate. I really hope Zoids Fuzhor comes to America! ^^

Jamie: Just in case you were wondering, no, I have not forgotten my important job! lugiamania does NOT own anything except Christi and the plot.

Leena: Now on with the fic!


The next morning came bright and early, with Christi and Leena up making breakfast for everyone in the kitchen.

Good morning! Christi called to Jamie as he walked into the kitchen, sniffing the air.

Man, something sure smells good! I'm starving! Jamie exclaimed as he took out plates and began to set the table.

Well, you don't have to wait any longer! Christi said, carrying out a platter stacked high with warm, fluffy pancakes.

Alright! FOOD!!! Bit cheered as he and Brad arrived just in time to shovel down hot, steaming pancakes fresh from the stove. (Well, Bit anyway. Brad was more for the coffee.)

Honestly Bit! Must you eat like a barbarian all the time? Leena scolded him as he wolfed down his second stack.

Ah, leave him be, Leena. You know guys, there's nothing more important than food. Christi said good-naturedly as they all sat around the table. Speaking of guys, where's your dad?

Oh, he had some business he had to take care of in town. He left early this morning. Leena replied nonchalantly, while reaching for another stack of pancakes.

Well then, I suppose we can go shopping today then! Christi said cheerfully.

That's just as well. I have some repair equipment I need to get. Jamie agreed.

What about you guys? Christi asked the rest of the team. Brad just sipped his coffee and replied, Sure. I kinda feel like getting out anyway.

What about you two? Jamie asked, looking at Bit and Leena, who were in the midst of stabbing each other with forks over who got the last pancake.

Hmm? Yeah, sure. It's been a while since I went shopping anyway. Leena said distractedly while she concentrated on her pancake battle with Bit.

Yeah, fine with me. As long as we get to stop by the food court. Bit agreed as he emerged triumphant from the battle. He was about to shovel the whole thing down his mouth until he saw Leena staring at him with - oh no! Puppy dog eyes!

Bit hesitated, knowing that if he refused that pleading look, his relationship with Leena would be very loud. And painful. So, being the good and kind person that he was, he ripped it in half and held it out to Leena.

He said, holding the pancake out to her face.

Leena looked up in surprise, thinking that he would have eaten it all by himself.

Don't you want it? Well, if you don't... Bit trailed off as Leena snatched it and shoved it into her mouth.

Aww, what's the matter Bit? Afraid Leena's gonna beat you up? Brad teased.

Shut up Brad.


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2 hours later, they were at Edge, one of Zi's biggest and most lavish malls. Here, they decided to split up.

Alright. Leena and I are going to go shopping in the West Wing and Brad and Bit are going to the North Wing. Doc and Jamie are going to Basement Level 2 for Zoid parts. We're all meeting back at the food court at 12:30 pm. Am I correct? Christi asked as the others all nodded.

Alrighty then! Time to go shopping! She and Leena cheered and took of for the West Wing.

So Leena, what do you want to get first? Clothes, mangas, music? Christi ticked off the possibilities.

Um, maybe some clothes first. I really need a new wardrobe.

Sure. Well, there's Gap right there. Let's go!

After picking out some clothes, the girls headed to the changing rooms and changed into each outfit while giving their opinion on the other person's.

Nah, I think that's a little too bold for you Leena. It doesn't go with your hair.

What about this one? Leena asked, holding up a different skirt.

Looks better. But I think you should try on that other dress you have there. Christi suggested, handing her a purple spaghetti strapped dress.

Leena shrugged. Might as well. She said as she pulled it over her head.

Wow! You look awesome! Christi complimented her cousin as she looked in the mirror.

You're lucky if Bit will be conscious after seeing you in this!

Leena blushed. Was it really that good? She turned and looked into the mirror. She could hardly believe that the girl staring back in the mirror was her. Christi was right. She did look stunning.

Well then, I'm getting this dress. I'm planning to wear it to dinner tonight. What about you? Leena asked her cousin as she changed back to her regular outfit and gathered up all the clothes.

I'm just gonna get this pair of jeans. Now come on, let's hurry and go pay for it. You promised that you would come with me to look at video games, and that shop next door had a Soul Caliber II wall scroll with Link on it in the window! Christi squealed. She was an avid video gamer and was especially interested in anything revolving around The Legend of Zelda.

Alright, alright, we'll get going then. Leena agreed and the two started towards the cash register.

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Mean while, somewhere in the North Wing...

Yo, Brad! What's taking so long? Come on, I wanna go look at the Zoid magazines next door. Bit whined as he looked over at his friend. Brad was staring intently into the window of a jewelry shop, and nonchalantly replied, Yeah, yeah, you can go first. I'll catch up with you later.

What are you looking at anyway? Bit questioned as he went over to the window.

Hmm? Oh, well, I can't decide whether I want to get Naomi this necklace or this one. Brad mumbled.

Why not this one then? It's simple but nice. Bit pointed to a choker with pearls arranged in a simple manner.

You know, you're right. Thanks Bit, I probably would've been here all day if it weren't for you. I'll go inside to pay for it now.

Alright. I'll see you inside the magazine shop then.

Bit walked into the magazine store, and browsed around. He wasn't really planning on buying anything, but hey, it was better than watching Brad pay for the necklace. By the time Brad walked in, Bit had already skimmed through 3 issues of Zoids Weekly.

Hey Brad, there you are. I was just about ready to go look for you. You don't want to buy anything here, do you? Cuz I wanna go check out some other stores farther down.

Sure. I've already got what I came for. Brad replied as he and Bit proceeded to head out the door.

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Meanwhile, at yet another place whithin the mall...


Uh, Doc?

Yes, Jamie?

WHAT THE HECK IS THAT THING?!?!?!? Jamie screamed as he pointed to a large, wrapped up bundle in Doc's arms.

Oh, this? Well, I just saw this baby on display, and it's going to be just the thing to help us win all our battles in the S class! Doc beamed as he started going on and on about how much money they were going to win, etc. Jamie just sighed and started banging his head on the wall.

How are we ever going to pay for it?!

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Poor Jamie, I hope he didn't hurt himself too badly. ^^;; Yes yes, I haven't updated in ages, but for those of you who know me, you now that you should consider yourselves lucky, especially since I just started high school. *dodges all the flying objects* This is the second to last chapter, and I'm planning to end this fic the next chapter. Hopefully, it'll be out before next year. ^^;;