Authors Note: Hey, guess what!!? You are actually going to LEARN something in this chapter! It's going to get interesting, for the plot, so stay tuned. This chapter isn't going to be very mushy gushy or anything, sorry for all you l0v3 fr3aks. Be prepared for lector in this chapter, for he is going to be revealed. ::makes spooky hand movements:: E-heh..

Serenity Uprising; chapter 9: Decision

Tidus, Lulu, Yuna, Wakka, Rikku, Kimahri, and Cid sat in the hall of the Al Bhed's new home. There had been a meeting room installed there, inevitably there would be plenty of meetings. Cid at one head of the table, Tidus at the other, it was a strange--and somewhat horrifying--situation of leadership. But in a way, they were all leaders; they were a group--a democracy. Perhaps this was why they had been so successful in battle. They helped each other.


Using this knowledge and faith, they were as confident as they had been the day they defeated Sin. But then again, those were completely different circumstances. They themselves would not be going into battle--


or would they?


It was possible, but not likely. Then again--how else were they to kill Lector? With a flash bomb? Most definitely not. Besides; Tidus wanted to kill lector with his own two hands.


Tidus spoke.


You know, we're really well prepared and all...but, I really think we should learn a little more about the scalites before launching any kind of attack.


I agree, Lulu said, an impressed eyebrow raised at Tidus' comment.



Perhaps one of us could--go undercover or something, you know, and send us info. Maybe someone could get into the scalite government.



No way man, that's way too dangerous, ya? Someone might get hurt. Wakka folded his arms. He was never one for deceiving.



However, It may be necessary. If one takes the right precautions, and is intelligent enough, it would give us a great...an enormous deal of advantage. Lulu stated, countering Wakka's boyish comment.



But lu-- He said, trying his best to persuade her--although he himself knew Lulu was as stubborn as a mule.


I don't want to hear any buts' about it. Tidus, Cid, if I may--I'd like to go into the scalite capitol. I would like to take advantage of this idea. Lulu raised an arm.



Well, Lulu, you'd probably be the best one to do it. That's for sure. But--Lector's met you before. He knows what you look like. He'd be on to you instantly. Tidus stated; he really was starting to sound like a leader.



Of course, I see your point.... Tidus, has Lector ever seen you? She asked.



No, no NO! He isn't goin' in there, ya? We lost him once, not again. I won't allow it said Wakka, swinging his arms about rapidly.



Wakka, give it up. Nobody is going to die. Lulu said, rolling her eyes. He had begun to get on her nerves.



Wakka did not retaliate. Instead, he sighed and shook his head, not believing what he was hearing.


No, I've never met lector. If...I'll go in. Tidus raised his arm, and knitted his brows in a rebellious smile.



Nobody objected. He was the right man for the job; this, everyone knew. He could handle himself properly; he would know what to do. After all, he was the leader.



all right kid! You do the dirty work. My little girl and I'll stay here and prepare for battle. I'll have brother here fix you some gadgets to use while you're in that filthy hell hole. Lulu, you be at the receivers' end of the chip we'll place in his ear. Yuna, it's best you go and rest in besaid for the time being, we're gonna need your help. Kimahri, you can watch of little Yuna. Wakka, you stay in the controls with Lulu. Cid had it all planned. Odd, he was more of a dare devil--now he had learned some restraint. Rikku's influence, no doubt.


Yuna did not mind Cid calling her little'. She didn't mind him not having her work somewhere important. After all, she was going to be the one to really bring the calm' again. This time, it would be permanent. This time, nobody would leave her--or atleast, this is what she thought...


* * *
Lulu walked with Tidus down the path. They had stayed in the ship a bit longer than the others to make some sort of a direct plan with him. Needless to say, they had done nothing of the sort.


Both people were somewhat bedazzled. Tidus, Lulu, and Cid. They were the head honcho's of the operation. It was a scary thought, but at the same time, it was a great one. With the three of them together, how could they lose? They all had most of the same qualities; daring, crazy, motivated. Although, Lulu was the brains of the bunch. And that would do them good.


Lulu spoke.

I think I'm seeing things--look, 3:00, who is that.


Tidus nearly fell over. It was Jecht. He had stayed in Besaid while the others arranged their plans, he was on a vacation; atleast that's what he thought of it.


You're Lulu? The burly man asked, turning towards her.


She responded, folding her arms.



There's a guy over here--found him in the ocean, says he wants to talk to you. Jecht said, gesturing behind him.



Lulu turned to Tidus. She frowned questioningly, and he shrugged.


Might as well go see who it is... He said, walking towards the beach.


Lulu followed closely behind. Found him in the sea'? What the hell was that supposed to mean? Odd, she thought...very odd. She just hoped it was not a problem.


They reached the shore in no time, only to nearly pass out the moment they got there. Lulu froze. Tidus simply stared at the man in wide eyed amazement; pure shock engulfed him.


Standing there, a look of pure--and lively--confusion on his face...was Chappu.


* * *

Yuna jogged to catch up with Kimahri, Rikku, and Wakka, who's feet had already touched the stone walkway of the village. They headed towards the main tent, all chatting quite loudly about--nothing.


Sometimes, they just talked to hear themselves talk. The sound of their own--and each others--voices was comforting. Especially at a time like this. They needed all the comfort, along with courage, they could get.

Their happy jibber jabber was immediately cut short when they stepped into the tent. Luckily, since Yuna was behind, Kimahri had managed to whisper Run. Go to Tidus and Lulu. Hide Tidus.


She turned, and ran as fast as her legs could carry her. She knew who was in that tent. It was Lector.


* * *


Lector turned abruptly as he heard them walk into the tent. After a moments observation, he noticed Yuna was not with them. His train of thought was cut short when Rikku spoke.


It's not very nice to invade peoples personal tents, you know. She said, an eyebrow raised in annoyance.


Oh, my sincerest apologies. He said.


The remaining guardians nearly toppled over. Seymour had said that one too many times.


Wakka stuttered out, realizations flooding through him.


You're a scalite--You're a soul. And I think I just figured out who's soul that is. Rikku said, her legs quivering.


Took you long enough. I really don't know how you ever beat me. Lector smiled a satisfied smile; they, on the other hand, were outraged. Lector had Seymour's soul; however, he did not have Seymour's mind. He was not seymour. He did not have the memories seymour did, he simply had the same personality and drive. He was, as one might describe, a twin. For this was the existence of the scalites, and a sick one at that.

No matter, he said, you shall not interfere with my plans. Am I correct? The man was crazy; he played mind games. However, the group could play them every bit as well.


Yeah whatever man, we won't do anythin. Wakka said.


My ass. You'll be dead by this time next week.


Lector smiled, turned, and walked out of the tent.


Kimahri, follow him, make sure he leaves besaid.


a/n: Lots of cliffhangers, there are. Sorry. You love them, though, its what keeps you hooked,eeh? Sorry for the shortness of a chapter. It was one of those--fill in the missing pieces chapters.