Disclaimer: Ahem, I don't own any of the Cowboy Bebop characters in this story, thankyou.
Author's Note: Umm...hmm...if I ever finish this story I hope people like it. The story is named after my favorite song on Cowboy Bebop, Rain. This could be classified as a songfic, I might put the lyrics into the story gradually from chapter to chapter. Happy reading to all! This story will mostly be told in Faye's POV.
~*~ Rain ~*~
I remember the day he left like it was yesterday. I stayed in my room for hours, I suppose it could've been days for all I know, but all I did was cry. He'd rejected me and chose to go chase his phantom, Julia. It was my fault. If I had just kept my distance and not gotten close to that Gowjo, I would have never felt this way, I wouldn't have met Julia, and I sure as hell wouldn't have given that message to Spike. But he did things to me that I thought no one could, because of him I remembered.
"Thanks officer." ended Faye as she waltzed out of a nearby police station, 8 million woolong in hand. Now it's time for the best part of being a bounty hunter.....gloating. Jet'll be stunned.
As she climbed back into the Redtail, Faye was given an agonizing reminder of what it cost to get her prize. Wincing in pain, Faye couldn't help but wish she'd kept a first aid kit in her ship. I don't have time for a stab wound, it'll have to wait. Flying into the next town, Faye parked in her usual spot and pushed button #5 on the hospital elevator, waiting anxiously to give Jet the surprise of his life.
Walking with a slight spring, or maybe it was a limp, in her step, Faye got off the elevator and made her way into Spike's room. "Hey Jet you'll never guess.....," open mouthed, Faye stared at the image before her. There stood Jet by Spike's bed but the unusual part was the figure that sat next to him.
"Yo." said a low, familar voice from the bed. Staggering back, away from the door, Faye fell into shock. Eyes filling up with tears, all of her images of Spike flooded back to her. Her last memory of him trickling through her mind, Faye's eye's turned cold as she blinked away tears. Without a word Faye turned and walked back towards the elevator, she needed to leave. Exiting the building, Faye ran down the street, tears running freely now. It was raining.
*I don't feel a thing. And I stop remembering.
The days are just like moments turned to hours.
Mother used to say if you want you'll find a way.
But mother never danced through fire showers.*
Running until the pain was unbearable, Faye collapsed to the ground, she couldn't remember the last time she'd slept. Why? Why is he awake? I don't understand! I worked so hard to get here, to have him near me again, but now I don't want him, I can't face him. I hate him for leaving, that asshole just turned and walked away. We could have been more or so I thought. But I can't help but be pulled in by him, there's something about him, it's in his eyes.
*Walk. In the rain. In the rain. In the rain. I walk in the rain, in the rain. Is it right or is it wrong?
And is it here that I belong?*
"I haven't been able to remember since he left," mumbled Faye, exhausted. I can't stay here......but I have no where else to go. Shit, just pull yourself together, he means nothing to you.
Not believing what she just thought, Faye shook her head and let a low depressed laugh escape her lips. Pulling herself off the ground, Faye slowly walked back towards the Redtail. The rain beat harder as she grew closer.
*I don't hear a sound, silent faces in the ground.
The quiet screams but I refuse to listen.
If there is a hell I'm sure this is how it smells.
Wish this were a dream but no it isn't.*
Making her way back to the docks, Faye landed the Redtail in the launch deck. Seeing the Hammerhead, Faye knew Jet had made it back as well. What am I going to say, 'sorry Jet I can't face Spike because I dwell on the past?' Ha, yeah right! I guess I'll go with the easiest approach, just say nothing.
Entering the ship Faye saw Jet on the couch, watching tv. Regaining her composure Faye calmly walked up to him.
"What the hell happened back there?" asked Jet in a puzzled tone.
Setting the long forgotten bounty on the table Faye cooly said, "I got my man, 8 million, it's all here." Turning on her heel Faye tried to make a get away.
"You know what I mean. And aren't you going to take your money?" Jet mentioned.
Purposely avoiding his first statement Faye replied, "Keep it, you need it more than I do," as she walked down the hall toward her room.
"What's that supposed to mean!? You never give anything away for free! Oh and if you were wondering Spike gets out of the hospital tomorrow!"
"Sure, whatever." Faye closed her door and sprawled out on her bed, falling asleep before she hit the pillow.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
"Faye Faye!............Faye Faye!!!!...........Faye Faye WAKE UP!!!!!!!!" yelled Edward as she grabbed Faye by the shoulders and began shaking her.
Slowly opening her emerald eyes Faye struggled to get her eyes to focus. "Uh what's wrong with me." Feeling a little light headed Faye layed back down.
"FAYE FAYE!!!!!!!!" Edward screamed in annoyance.
"Uh.......Ed what do you want, I'm not exactly in the mood." mumbled Faye as she spoke with her face shoved into her pillow.
"Jet person says it's time for breakfast Faye Faye!"
"Okay, okay I'll be there in a minute." said Faye. She finally rolled over and held her head, a pounding headache had formed within the 2 minutes she'd been awake and her stomach hurt like hell. Remembering the events of yesterday, Faye looked down to see a huge stain of blood on her sheets where her stomach had been. Geez I forgot to wrap that last night no wonder I feel like crap.
As Ed bounced out of the room towards the kitchen Faye grabbed her red shirt and tied it around her waist to stop the bleeding. Slowly getting up she struggled to keep her balance. Walking past the living room, Faye made her way to the bathroom. "Now where's that stupid gauze?" said Faye as she fished through the Bebop's make-shift medicine cabinet. "There we go." Looking in the mirror Faye came face to face with her worst nightmare, a violet haired mess with blood shot eyes, runny mascara, smeared lipstick, and slightly damp clothes. "Eww...I look awful."
Knocking on the bathroom door Jet yelled, "Faye get your butt out here and eat or Ed gets your share!!!!!"
"She can have it, I'm not hungry."
"Your loss."
"Trust me, I doubt I'm missing out." said Faye in a sarcastic tone as she washed off the last of her makeup. After her 'medical session' in the bathroom Faye returned to her room for an hour or so, changing into an raggedy pair of jean shorts and a white tank top. As she put her hair into a high ponytail, she couldn't stop thinking about how she ran out of the hospital last night.
I wonder what's going on out there, I don't hear Ed or Jet, usually they're as loud as hell. Opening her door Faye still didn't hear anything. Well this is weird. Suddenly she heard the hatch open and dismissed all of her questions. I bet Jet just went out to buy parts. Walking toward the living room Faye yelled, "So Jet what'd you buy?" After a long pause a voice was heard.
"Well I really don't think I was for sale." said Spike as he climbed through the tiny entrance to the living room, giving a smug grin.
A little taken back, Faye stared at him for a moment. Damnit say something, don't just stand there, he'll ridicule you for life if he thinks you're afraid of him. But what can I say? He'd laugh if I told him what I really feel. Well if I'm not going to say anything then I might as well leave. After a long sigh Faye turned around and left without a word, leaving Spike utterly confused as he stared after her.
"What's her problem?" muttered Spike as he scratched the back of his head, with a cigarette halfway in his mouth.
Just then Jet entered the room, his arms carrying a load of auto parts and the like, "Beats me, I asked her why she left the hospital so fast last night and all she did was ignore me," dropping the parts on the coffee table he continued, "but one thing I can say is there's more to her than meets the eye Spike, I wouldn't take her too lightly."
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Maybe a long, hot bath is in order. I can't relax, not with 'him' back. A nice bubble bath might help. Coming out of my room I grab my towel and walk down the hall towards the bathroom. Crap, there he is, the green haired wonder, coming straight for me....that or he wants the bathroom too. Ohhhh no, I'm not gonna go through this routine again, he's the one who left us so he can wait his turn, it's my bathroom now and that's that. Making a mad dash for the door I grab the handle and lock myself in. I can see the look on his face right about now, I know he's mad but he deserves every bit of it, the bastard.
Turning on the hot water full blast I pour my cherry scented bubble bath into the tub. Quietly easing into the warm solitude I immediately feel better. What can be better than a 'hot' bubble bath? It's just not the same when it's cold. I wonder if I've changed since Spike left, I don't feel different, just depressed. But Jet seems to take me more seriously now, and Ed.....well we've come along way, she's the closest thing to family I've got, still weird but definetly family.
"Faye get out of the bathroom NOW!" yelled Spike as he pounded on the door.
I haven't even been in here half an hour, gosh who the hell does he think he is!
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
After about 10 minutes Spike gave up his fight for the bathroom and Faye fell asleep once more, surrounded by a warm blanket of bubbles and water.
After nearly an hour and a half Spike had enough, as Jet peered down the hallway (taking a break from his bonsais) he could see Spike working his magic, picking the bathroom lock. As Faye slept soundly, Spike crept towards her, she's gonna pay for making me wait for her lazy ass to get out of the tub. With a conniving grin Spike layed his hand on top of Faye's head and shoved her down into the water.
Waking up instantly, Faye opened her eyes only to see a world of endless blue. Panicking, Faye opened her mouth to scream but only succeeded in swallowing water, it was then she remembered......
~*~Flashback~*~
"But I don't want to leave! Please don't make me go dad!" screamed a young green eyed girl as doctors pulled her towards the chamber. "Daddy PLEASE!"
As her mother silently cried, the girl's father watched in horror and sadness as the nurses enclosed his daughter in the cryogenic chamber. Too weak to fight, the girl could only watch as her parents made her leave them forever. Her injuries during their shuttle flight had left her completely helpless and would ultimately lead to her death. "Daddy don't make me leave, I want to be with you, please!" she sobbed as her parents left the room, no longer being able stand the sight of their only child being taken away from them.
Standing silently in fear of what would come next, the girl clung to the back wall of the glass chamber. It was then that some kind of blue liquid began to fill the tank. Afraid of drowning, the girl beat at the glass pleading for the doctors to free her.
"Don't worry Miss. Valentine. This will only take a moment dear, and when you awake you will be cured." assured the main doctor.
"NO PLEASE!!!!" the girl screamed as the last pocket of air left the chamber and all that could be seen was blue.
~*~End Flashback~*~
As her ears began to ring, Faye felt the force keeping her under the water lift. Leaning forward, Faye coughed up water as she rubbed her eyes free of the bubblebath.
"Can't say I didn't warn you. I told you to get out of the bathroom, you've been in here for an hour and a half. You're not the only one who lives here Faye." said Spike as he threw a towel over Faye's head so none of her was exposed to him.
Clearing her mind, Faye couldn't believe what was happening. It can't be a coincidence, when he leaves I can't remember anything more about my past but once he shows up again it all comes flooding back. Still sitting in the tub with a towel draped over her head, Faye stared blankly at the water in front of her. It's so confusing. Slowly Faye climbed out of the bathtub and wrapped the towel around her. Spike, expecting Faye to blow up in his face was left wanting as Faye simply gathered her clothes off the ground and walked out of the room.
"What's happened to you Faye? I, for once, don't understand." whispered Spike as he watched Faye walk down the hall. Turning around he shut the door behind him and began to take his shower.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Gren44: Well what do you think????? I really whipped this chapter up fast, so I'm sorry if there are alot of errors. I finally put the first two verses (and the chorus) of the song "Rain" into the story. So did you hate it, love it, think it was boring???? I'd REALLY like some feed back, constructive criticism and ideas for the next chapter would be greatly appreciated, THANKS for reading!!!!!!
Author's Note: Umm...hmm...if I ever finish this story I hope people like it. The story is named after my favorite song on Cowboy Bebop, Rain. This could be classified as a songfic, I might put the lyrics into the story gradually from chapter to chapter. Happy reading to all! This story will mostly be told in Faye's POV.
~*~ Rain ~*~
I remember the day he left like it was yesterday. I stayed in my room for hours, I suppose it could've been days for all I know, but all I did was cry. He'd rejected me and chose to go chase his phantom, Julia. It was my fault. If I had just kept my distance and not gotten close to that Gowjo, I would have never felt this way, I wouldn't have met Julia, and I sure as hell wouldn't have given that message to Spike. But he did things to me that I thought no one could, because of him I remembered.
"Thanks officer." ended Faye as she waltzed out of a nearby police station, 8 million woolong in hand. Now it's time for the best part of being a bounty hunter.....gloating. Jet'll be stunned.
As she climbed back into the Redtail, Faye was given an agonizing reminder of what it cost to get her prize. Wincing in pain, Faye couldn't help but wish she'd kept a first aid kit in her ship. I don't have time for a stab wound, it'll have to wait. Flying into the next town, Faye parked in her usual spot and pushed button #5 on the hospital elevator, waiting anxiously to give Jet the surprise of his life.
Walking with a slight spring, or maybe it was a limp, in her step, Faye got off the elevator and made her way into Spike's room. "Hey Jet you'll never guess.....," open mouthed, Faye stared at the image before her. There stood Jet by Spike's bed but the unusual part was the figure that sat next to him.
"Yo." said a low, familar voice from the bed. Staggering back, away from the door, Faye fell into shock. Eyes filling up with tears, all of her images of Spike flooded back to her. Her last memory of him trickling through her mind, Faye's eye's turned cold as she blinked away tears. Without a word Faye turned and walked back towards the elevator, she needed to leave. Exiting the building, Faye ran down the street, tears running freely now. It was raining.
*I don't feel a thing. And I stop remembering.
The days are just like moments turned to hours.
Mother used to say if you want you'll find a way.
But mother never danced through fire showers.*
Running until the pain was unbearable, Faye collapsed to the ground, she couldn't remember the last time she'd slept. Why? Why is he awake? I don't understand! I worked so hard to get here, to have him near me again, but now I don't want him, I can't face him. I hate him for leaving, that asshole just turned and walked away. We could have been more or so I thought. But I can't help but be pulled in by him, there's something about him, it's in his eyes.
*Walk. In the rain. In the rain. In the rain. I walk in the rain, in the rain. Is it right or is it wrong?
And is it here that I belong?*
"I haven't been able to remember since he left," mumbled Faye, exhausted. I can't stay here......but I have no where else to go. Shit, just pull yourself together, he means nothing to you.
Not believing what she just thought, Faye shook her head and let a low depressed laugh escape her lips. Pulling herself off the ground, Faye slowly walked back towards the Redtail. The rain beat harder as she grew closer.
*I don't hear a sound, silent faces in the ground.
The quiet screams but I refuse to listen.
If there is a hell I'm sure this is how it smells.
Wish this were a dream but no it isn't.*
Making her way back to the docks, Faye landed the Redtail in the launch deck. Seeing the Hammerhead, Faye knew Jet had made it back as well. What am I going to say, 'sorry Jet I can't face Spike because I dwell on the past?' Ha, yeah right! I guess I'll go with the easiest approach, just say nothing.
Entering the ship Faye saw Jet on the couch, watching tv. Regaining her composure Faye calmly walked up to him.
"What the hell happened back there?" asked Jet in a puzzled tone.
Setting the long forgotten bounty on the table Faye cooly said, "I got my man, 8 million, it's all here." Turning on her heel Faye tried to make a get away.
"You know what I mean. And aren't you going to take your money?" Jet mentioned.
Purposely avoiding his first statement Faye replied, "Keep it, you need it more than I do," as she walked down the hall toward her room.
"What's that supposed to mean!? You never give anything away for free! Oh and if you were wondering Spike gets out of the hospital tomorrow!"
"Sure, whatever." Faye closed her door and sprawled out on her bed, falling asleep before she hit the pillow.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
"Faye Faye!............Faye Faye!!!!...........Faye Faye WAKE UP!!!!!!!!" yelled Edward as she grabbed Faye by the shoulders and began shaking her.
Slowly opening her emerald eyes Faye struggled to get her eyes to focus. "Uh what's wrong with me." Feeling a little light headed Faye layed back down.
"FAYE FAYE!!!!!!!!" Edward screamed in annoyance.
"Uh.......Ed what do you want, I'm not exactly in the mood." mumbled Faye as she spoke with her face shoved into her pillow.
"Jet person says it's time for breakfast Faye Faye!"
"Okay, okay I'll be there in a minute." said Faye. She finally rolled over and held her head, a pounding headache had formed within the 2 minutes she'd been awake and her stomach hurt like hell. Remembering the events of yesterday, Faye looked down to see a huge stain of blood on her sheets where her stomach had been. Geez I forgot to wrap that last night no wonder I feel like crap.
As Ed bounced out of the room towards the kitchen Faye grabbed her red shirt and tied it around her waist to stop the bleeding. Slowly getting up she struggled to keep her balance. Walking past the living room, Faye made her way to the bathroom. "Now where's that stupid gauze?" said Faye as she fished through the Bebop's make-shift medicine cabinet. "There we go." Looking in the mirror Faye came face to face with her worst nightmare, a violet haired mess with blood shot eyes, runny mascara, smeared lipstick, and slightly damp clothes. "Eww...I look awful."
Knocking on the bathroom door Jet yelled, "Faye get your butt out here and eat or Ed gets your share!!!!!"
"She can have it, I'm not hungry."
"Your loss."
"Trust me, I doubt I'm missing out." said Faye in a sarcastic tone as she washed off the last of her makeup. After her 'medical session' in the bathroom Faye returned to her room for an hour or so, changing into an raggedy pair of jean shorts and a white tank top. As she put her hair into a high ponytail, she couldn't stop thinking about how she ran out of the hospital last night.
I wonder what's going on out there, I don't hear Ed or Jet, usually they're as loud as hell. Opening her door Faye still didn't hear anything. Well this is weird. Suddenly she heard the hatch open and dismissed all of her questions. I bet Jet just went out to buy parts. Walking toward the living room Faye yelled, "So Jet what'd you buy?" After a long pause a voice was heard.
"Well I really don't think I was for sale." said Spike as he climbed through the tiny entrance to the living room, giving a smug grin.
A little taken back, Faye stared at him for a moment. Damnit say something, don't just stand there, he'll ridicule you for life if he thinks you're afraid of him. But what can I say? He'd laugh if I told him what I really feel. Well if I'm not going to say anything then I might as well leave. After a long sigh Faye turned around and left without a word, leaving Spike utterly confused as he stared after her.
"What's her problem?" muttered Spike as he scratched the back of his head, with a cigarette halfway in his mouth.
Just then Jet entered the room, his arms carrying a load of auto parts and the like, "Beats me, I asked her why she left the hospital so fast last night and all she did was ignore me," dropping the parts on the coffee table he continued, "but one thing I can say is there's more to her than meets the eye Spike, I wouldn't take her too lightly."
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Maybe a long, hot bath is in order. I can't relax, not with 'him' back. A nice bubble bath might help. Coming out of my room I grab my towel and walk down the hall towards the bathroom. Crap, there he is, the green haired wonder, coming straight for me....that or he wants the bathroom too. Ohhhh no, I'm not gonna go through this routine again, he's the one who left us so he can wait his turn, it's my bathroom now and that's that. Making a mad dash for the door I grab the handle and lock myself in. I can see the look on his face right about now, I know he's mad but he deserves every bit of it, the bastard.
Turning on the hot water full blast I pour my cherry scented bubble bath into the tub. Quietly easing into the warm solitude I immediately feel better. What can be better than a 'hot' bubble bath? It's just not the same when it's cold. I wonder if I've changed since Spike left, I don't feel different, just depressed. But Jet seems to take me more seriously now, and Ed.....well we've come along way, she's the closest thing to family I've got, still weird but definetly family.
"Faye get out of the bathroom NOW!" yelled Spike as he pounded on the door.
I haven't even been in here half an hour, gosh who the hell does he think he is!
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
After about 10 minutes Spike gave up his fight for the bathroom and Faye fell asleep once more, surrounded by a warm blanket of bubbles and water.
After nearly an hour and a half Spike had enough, as Jet peered down the hallway (taking a break from his bonsais) he could see Spike working his magic, picking the bathroom lock. As Faye slept soundly, Spike crept towards her, she's gonna pay for making me wait for her lazy ass to get out of the tub. With a conniving grin Spike layed his hand on top of Faye's head and shoved her down into the water.
Waking up instantly, Faye opened her eyes only to see a world of endless blue. Panicking, Faye opened her mouth to scream but only succeeded in swallowing water, it was then she remembered......
~*~Flashback~*~
"But I don't want to leave! Please don't make me go dad!" screamed a young green eyed girl as doctors pulled her towards the chamber. "Daddy PLEASE!"
As her mother silently cried, the girl's father watched in horror and sadness as the nurses enclosed his daughter in the cryogenic chamber. Too weak to fight, the girl could only watch as her parents made her leave them forever. Her injuries during their shuttle flight had left her completely helpless and would ultimately lead to her death. "Daddy don't make me leave, I want to be with you, please!" she sobbed as her parents left the room, no longer being able stand the sight of their only child being taken away from them.
Standing silently in fear of what would come next, the girl clung to the back wall of the glass chamber. It was then that some kind of blue liquid began to fill the tank. Afraid of drowning, the girl beat at the glass pleading for the doctors to free her.
"Don't worry Miss. Valentine. This will only take a moment dear, and when you awake you will be cured." assured the main doctor.
"NO PLEASE!!!!" the girl screamed as the last pocket of air left the chamber and all that could be seen was blue.
~*~End Flashback~*~
As her ears began to ring, Faye felt the force keeping her under the water lift. Leaning forward, Faye coughed up water as she rubbed her eyes free of the bubblebath.
"Can't say I didn't warn you. I told you to get out of the bathroom, you've been in here for an hour and a half. You're not the only one who lives here Faye." said Spike as he threw a towel over Faye's head so none of her was exposed to him.
Clearing her mind, Faye couldn't believe what was happening. It can't be a coincidence, when he leaves I can't remember anything more about my past but once he shows up again it all comes flooding back. Still sitting in the tub with a towel draped over her head, Faye stared blankly at the water in front of her. It's so confusing. Slowly Faye climbed out of the bathtub and wrapped the towel around her. Spike, expecting Faye to blow up in his face was left wanting as Faye simply gathered her clothes off the ground and walked out of the room.
"What's happened to you Faye? I, for once, don't understand." whispered Spike as he watched Faye walk down the hall. Turning around he shut the door behind him and began to take his shower.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Gren44: Well what do you think????? I really whipped this chapter up fast, so I'm sorry if there are alot of errors. I finally put the first two verses (and the chorus) of the song "Rain" into the story. So did you hate it, love it, think it was boring???? I'd REALLY like some feed back, constructive criticism and ideas for the next chapter would be greatly appreciated, THANKS for reading!!!!!!