AN: When reading the reviews, I have finally realized that I missed one
important detail to the story. Someone pointed out that "La Femme" means
woman and "La Morte" means death. Yes, I do know that. However, when I read
these two words, they sounded awesome to me. Keep in mind people; I was a
pathetic psycho when I first began writing this story. I don't think I put
too much thought into it. As I went through this entire story the other
day, I realized that there are so many loopholes and spelling errors that
it's sad. Very sad. Anyways, just pretend that La Morte and La Femme do not
mean anything, because if I were to go back and fix this problem with an
explanation of their history, it would take ages! Once again, I place my
deepest apologies to this fatal mistake. I am hoping that nothing like this
will happen in the future.
PS: Why is Serena more nervous about going to the prom than dancing with Diamond? Because she takes on a completely different attitude when being her alter identity, Usagi Tsukino. She was highly respected in the ball, as one of the top Mafia leaders, but as Usagi Tsukino, she is looked upon nothing but a pathetic nerd in the prom.
PPS: Thanks to flowergirl and DDRD for sending me extra reviews, despite the amount of sarcasm and hatred placed in them. I love you both!!!!!!
THE LA MORTE
Shimmering lights assaulted my sight as I entered the large gymnasium. The once plain spacious area was transformed into a majestic chamber. The regular day clothes of most seniors were altered into beautiful gowns and tuxedos. No more shouting. No more fights. Just people socializing in a civic manner. Certainly a sight to behold.
"Hey Dare, over here!" yelled the unmistakable voice of a jock. Reality came crashing down on me. Despite the illusions of a beautiful chamber, I can never forget whom I'm here with. Mr. Big Shot. Darien Shields.
Any normal girl would have jumped for joy at the chance to be even near the great Darien Shields, but I'm not just any girl. He might be one of the hottest guys that I've ever met, and my longest crush, but I still am not buying into this whole illusion. I might hold some emotional feelings for him, but what girl doesn't? All I know is that I'm here to beat him at his own game of humiliation, so that's that!
This is going to be a long night.
Darien nodded in the jock's direction, indicating that he was heading that way. Without even consulting me first, he firmly took hold of my wrist and pulled me with him through the crowd. Well, so much for freedom of choice.
The people stared at us in both amusement and bewilderment. Despite the loud rap music booming in the air, it could still not drown out the murmuring of my peers. I did not have to strain my ears to hear their whispers. I already knew what they were about.
Why the hell would the heartthrob of the entire school be holding onto that piece of shit?
Quite frankly, if the situation was reversed, I would be thinking the exact same thing. However, since I am the object of such gossiping attention, I can provide once simple explanation.
It's a joke.
Despite how nice and kind Darien may act, I know that he's got something up his sleeve. I mean, look at me! Who the fuck goes to the prom wearing a long skirt and sweater? The oversized glasses still adorned my face and my brown wig did not change its bizarre outlook. To say that I bring tears to the eyes would be an understatement!
At last we have reached the destination. Upon coming to his group of jockey friends, Darien slapped hands with his buddies in greeting. How predictable.
"Hey guys," he greeted warmly, "you know Usagi right?" A nod of confirmation was given by everyone, along with a welcomed smile. Oh, I bet they would just love for me to feel welcomed, wouldn't they..?
"Great to meet you guys" I replied in a cheerful preppy tone. It was completely obvious to even an idiot that I was faking the happy mood. Actually, it could be considered sarcastic too. "Now, if you don't mind, Darien, I'm going to find my friends."
With these last words, I left a bewildered Darien behind. Of course, his little buddies had seen the entire display. Some of them stared at me in shock and dismay while others tried to suppress their jumbling laughter. Apparently, no one had ever treated the great Darien Shields with so much disrespect. Typical.
As you know, news like this travels fast in a high school, so by the time I have reached the middle floor of the gymnasium in search of Ami and Lita, practically most of the population was staring at me in astonishment. Nice crowd, eh?
Man, if I didn't have my mind so set on revenge, I'd be out of here in a heartbeat.
Suddenly, I felt a light tapping on my shoulder. This must be my "wonderful" friends now.
"About time! Where were you gu-" I stopped abruptly, realizing that it was neither Lita nor Ami that stood in front of me. It was Darien.
"What do you want?" I asked with both rudeness and impatience. I'm not in the mood to humiliate him right now.
"Just coming to check on you" he replied with a smile, not offended by my rude behavior at all. At this moment, only one thought was going through my head. He is hot!
Abruptly, I realized what I was thinking and quickly shook my head. I was quite thwarted with myself to even allow my thought to go that way. This was no time to think about his gorgeous looks. This was a time to plan his complete humiliation in public!
"Why?" I demanded after the long pause. Instead of answering, he simply smiled.
"Would you like to dance?" he asked, kindly extending his hand to me. My eyes travel up to meet his deep blue orbs. A gorgeous smile adorned his face. Directed at me. For the second time that month, I was mesmerized by a guy. Déjà vu.
I certainly remember Diamond La Femme performing this exact gesture at my last social function. Except now, we seemed to have changed male protagonists. And here I am, same old, same old. How quaint.
"Sure" I replied softly, gently placing my own small hand in his large palm. With that, he gently pulled me towards the center of the dance floor, not recognizing the many stares of envy and disgust females were giving me. But it did not matter to me either. All I saw was him.
I rapidly allowed my defenses to fall. For some odd reason, I trusted him.. for now. I took a mental note to scold myself for this later. But right now, all I could think about is how gorgeous he looked in a tuxedo.
And his beautiful midnight blue eyes staring into my soul.
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"I can't believe your going back to that MINOR!" cried Yaten incredulously.
"She is NOT a minor!" defended Seiya with frustration. "Besides, I'm not going to Tokyo just because of her. As you heard, there have been some irregular activities involving the La Femmes' and I simply going there to check it out. The fact that Usagi's there is just a bonus."
"Right..." teased Yaten "and I enjoy doing charity work every Sunday."
"Hey! Don't bring your pathetic values into this conversation!" yelled Seiya with annoyance. "Is it really my fault that you hate volunteering?"
"Look," Yaten sighed while rolling his eyes, "the point here is that we both god dam know that you aren't going back to Tokyo to investigate the so called 'abnormal activities.' You're going there to try to bone a minor."
"Would you PLEASE stop calling her a minor!" yelled Seiya with anger staining his cheeks. "And I am NOT going to bone her! I'm going to try and date her, like NORMAL couples, and then see where it goes from there."
"Or you can just get her drunk and fuck her" suggested Yaten with a smirk. "Tried it myself, and I must say that it worked like a charm."
"Somehow, I'm not surprised" sighed Seiya, glancing up from the documents on his desk. "Although it's very sad that you needed alcohol to persuade a woman into bed."
"Only the ones that play hard to get" replied Yaten, still grinning slyly, "and maybe in your case, the innocent ones."
"For the last time, I'm not going to bone her Yaten!" cried Seiya.
"Sure.."
"Get out" commanded Seiya with anger.
"Hey, no need to get all touchie" teased Yaten.
"OUT!"
"Alright, I'm going."
Just as Yaten turned around to exit the office of his frustrated boss, the door burst open to reveal a frantic Taiki.
"Sorry I'm late guys! There was a hold-up in my department" explained Taiki, desperately trying to catch his breath. "However, I did find out further information regarding the La Femmes in Tokyo."
"Well, how interesting." analyzed Yaten, "we were just discussing Tokyo, and how much Seiya wants to go there for a special someone.."
"Shut up Yaten.." Warned Seiya with a cold glare. Although obeying the order, Yaten continued to grin in self-satisfaction.
"Anyways," continued Taiki, not catching on to the intended message, "although I do not have solid evidence to base this upon, I have reason to believe that the La Femme organization has high ranking commanders currently stationed in Tokyo."
"Why?" inquired Seiya.
"There has been some whispers among the streets" he answered.
"Are you sure this information is accurate?"
"Seiya, is anything we get from our sources on the streets ever guaranteed to be accurate?" countered Taiki smugly.
"I suppose your right" admitted Seiya. " This is all the better for me to go check out Tokyo."
"I do not think that it has reached to that level of necessity yet" replied Taiki. "We can just command our agents there to keep a closer eye out. After all, its not like Diamond La Femme is there himself."
"Better play it safe though" injected Seiya, "I have a feeling that they are not just there to visit. Something big is going down there and when it happens, I'll shock the shit out of those bastards and catch them in the act!"
"Translation: he is worried that his minor girlfriend is going to get hurt" commented Yaten with his mischievous grin.
"Oh... right! Now I get it!" cried Taiki, glancing at Seiya with amusement. "That's why you wanted to go to Tokyo in the first place! Frankly, I'm surprised that you're still not over her. She must be hell of a looker to catch your attention so badly."
Seiya sent out his death glare full force. "I am not going to Tokyo just because of Usagi! I do not have to elaborate myself for the lights of you two. And I am insulted that you think I'm so shallow Taiki."
"Hey, calm down! I was just joking!" defended Taiki with a smirk. "Do you want us to come with you?"
"No" answered Seiya sternly.
"Excuse me?"
"I need you two to run the office here while I'm gone" explained Seiya. "After all, what if I'm wrong about this?"
"What happened to Mr. Confidence?" asked Yaten with glee, "or is it that you don't want us around when you meet up with Usagi again?"
Seiya slowly raised his gaze to meet Yaten's gray orbs. A prolonging silent pause settled in the air as the pair stared down each other, their intentions completely unpredictable. Taiki watched from the sidelines, not knowing quite what to expect.
Suddenly, a grin appeared on Seiya face. A mischievous grin that intended to keep secrets.
"Both" he answered softly, leaving Yaten with both shock and amusement.
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Amazingly, the prom turned out to be the best school function I have attended since.. well.ever! Scary, isn't it?
I had a remarkably good time there. I socialized there more than I have for the past three years, and I was actually not labeled as an outcast that night, despite my appearance. I never did get to humiliate the great Darien Shields. Why? It never came up.
It turns out that I was plain paranoid that night. No one tried to insult me in any way, well. except for Beryl and her little groupies, but that should be expected. After all, she never did get over Darien dumping her. I can imagine it as being a huge blow to her self-esteem.
The night had also given me an opportunity to find out a little bit of personal information about Mr. Big Shot. For one, I now know that he is an orphan who absolutely hates his foster parents. He says that they treat him like dirt. Hum..looks like the great Darien Shields doesn't have the perfect life after all.
However, I still can't help but wonder what the true purpose of him asking me out was. It couldn't have been that he truly liked me, could it? For the first time since my father's death, I am insecure. How odd.. and frightening.
I had eventually found Ami and Lita halfway throughout the night. But by then, I was not really so desperate to see them. They spotted how cozy I had become with Darien, and immediately made up some reason to leave. Of course, the very next morning in school, they had bombarded me with questions of the previous night. They wanted every juice detail. It's a real shock that one of the smartest students in Juban High and the school bully were so interested in gossip. Truly unbelievable.
"Usagi, you still there..?" Ami asked with concern, spotting the glazed over look in my eyes.
"Yes, fine" I immediately answered, coming out of my self-reflecting moment. I seem to be having a lot of those these days. It seem like I had just spent half my lunch re-living prom night. I'm pathetic.
"Are we thinking of a particular someone..?" Hinted Lita with a mischievous grin. To think that I used to view her as the cold serious type.
"No" I answer sternly, sending her a cold glare while taking a bite out of my apple.
Before Lita could make another obnoxious comment, a dark form blocked the beaming rays of the sun from my view, immediately grabbing our attention. I looked up, straining to see the shadowed face.
"Darien?" I ask the mysterious person with uncertainty. Even from my lack of vision I could tell he was really muscular.
"Yeah, it's me" he replied, slowly moving towards me and crouching down. Now I could see him clearly, and let me tell you, it's certainly a sight to behold. Both Lita and Ami caught on to this special moment, and nodded to each other with mischievous grins.
"Um-Usagi, I seem to have forgotten something in my locker.." Lita lied with an obvious tone. "Ami, will you come help me look for it?" Ami immediately nodded and without a second word, the two of them stood up from underneath our oak tree and left.
Now I'm alone with Mr. Big Shot. Great. What I'm I gonna say?
"Um-Usagi, I just came over here to see how you were doing" he began, obvious trying to strike up a conversation. A pretty pathetic attempt, I might add.
"Fine" I replied, not making any sort of attempt to help him. I was having too much fun watching the ladies' man sweat.
"Anything new?"
"Nope"
"Gone anywhere fun?"
"Nope"
"Met any old acquaintances?"
"Nope"
"Will you go out with me?"
"Nop-What?!" I asked with bewilderment. I though we had a pattern going!
"Will you go out with me this Saturday?" he asked again, a light blush staining his cheeks.
"Why..?" I asked skeptically, apparently still paranoid.
"Because I like you" Darien answered, as if patiently explaining something to a little child. Screw him.
"Is that really the only reason?" I asked with a sweet grin. Completely fake I might add.
"Yes" he answered firmly.
"Seriously?" I cock an eyebrow.
"Yes" he reassured again with a warm smile.
Hum.I'll take his word for it. After all, he really didn't try to pull anything on me two nights ago. Besides, I might end up having another good time.
"Fine" I replied with a smile. Apparently, it took a few minutes for him to register this in his mind.
"Great!" he responded after a brief pause. "I'll come and pick you up at 6, OK?" I nodded in response. He beamed brightly at my acceptance and quickly said his goodbyes before walking away. Or shall I say strolling away to his little buddies and slapping high fives all around.
Ladies and Gentlemen: I give you the school heartthrob.
I looked around at who else had seen our display. Half the population. Typical that everyone would strain to listen and add us to their latest gossip. I guess news like this just doesn't get away from prying ears.
I looked over at the cheerleaders' table. Beryl was giving me one of THE most hated glares she possesses. And I must say, it is pretty cold, but nothing I haven't seen before in the crime world.
Fine, if she wants to play games, then let her.
Now I got to try and get away from my nosy friends, not that they won't know this news by the end of lunch.
Great.
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"So you really like her?" asked Andrew with all seriousness.
"Yeah, I just asked her out" replied Darien, as if it was the most obvious thing in the world.
"Well..it just seems a bit odd" stated Andrew nervously. "I mean.you know..her and you...you know.."
"She's an outcast?" offered Darien with the crock of an eyebrow in amusement.
"Hey, no offence Dare" Andrew quickly defended. "It's not like I've got anything against her or something."
"I know" replied Darien with a grin, "the whole protocol thing, right..?"
"Yeah." answered Andrew with uncertainty. "It doesn't bother you?"
"What, the gossiping?"
"Yeah. You sure shocked the hell out of this school when you asked her to prom."
"So.?"
"It seriously doesn't bother you?" asked Andrew incredulously.
"Nope"
"Then, are you worried about Beryl?" questioned Andrew with concern. "Aren't you worried that she is going to do something to Usagi? I mean, after all, she still hasn't gotten over the fact that you dumped her."
"Don't worry about that Drew" answered Darien with a mischievous grin. "If that bitch wants to hurt Usagi, she has to go through me first."
"Man, you really must have it bad for that chick" stated Andrew with a bright smile. "Ladies and Gentlemen, I have finally witnessed a miracle! The Great Darien Shields is head over heels for a girl!"
"Shut up Andrew.." muttered Darien, aware of all the perplexed glances they were receiving.
"What..? You're embarrassed about this? What happened to Mr. I don't give a dam about what they say?" teased Andrew. Darien rolled his eyes in response.
"So what do you think?" asked Darien out of the blue.
"About what?" Andrew questioned with confusion.
"About her!"
"Hey, it's not me you have to be worried about, it's the rest of the school" stated Andrew.
"I'm asking you as my best friend" replied Darien. "I don't give a dam about what the rest of the school thinks."
"Well..I like her. She seems nice and all, but she is not exactly the world's friendliest person" commented Andrew, a little uncertain of Darien's reaction to this analysis.
"Yeah, she can be a little too paranoid at times" admitted Darien with a smile of admiration. "But she is the first girl I've ever met to blow me off like that."
"And that's a good thing?" asked Andrew with bewilderment. "Man, Dare, you really don't know how good you've got it..not that I'm complaining or anything.." A sly smile appeared on Andrews face as he began to think of all the good times he's shared with easy, anonymous chicks.
Darien spotted the glazed over look in his eyes, along with the idiotic grin.
"I'll just leave you alone." he murmured with amusement before walking away, leaving an oblivious blond in his flashback memories.
As he walked towards the football field in search of a quiet environment, one though kept running through his mind. Did Usagi like him?
"She's definitely one hell of a hard girl to figure out" concluded Darien with a smile, unconscious to his outspoken thoughts. He kept running through his head all the reasons that made her so attractive to him. He was not naïve to his looks, nor his talents. He could have a score of beautiful women, yet something kept drawing him back to her.
'It's definitely not her looks' Darien pondered. 'But what is it? I have been attracted to her ever since sophomore year, and yet I never did make a move until now. What is it with her that makes me so uncertain? I've tried dating other girls to take her place, I've tried to ignore her completely, I've even tried to drown away thoughts of her with schoolwork and practice, but she always does manage a way to resurface in my mind. What is it with her? What makes her so special?!'
As the lone figure finally reached the middle of the football field, his deep midnight blue eyes scanned the lush green grass surrounding him. Summer was almost here.
'I had better figure out why I like her so much by the end of this term' Darien warned himself. 'Cause I'm not gonna see her again next year.'
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"La Femme is up to something" I stated sternly, "I want to know what."
"Well Serena..We don't exactly have that part figured out yet" replied Mina's voice hesitantly over the line, "but Rei and I are working full capacity to find out his intentions."
"I want the answer found fast. I don't like the idea of him planning in the shadows of this city. It's way to close."
"We are trying our best at that, but in the mean time, do you need temporary protection sent over? " asked Mina with concern.
"No, I don't think we're up to that level yet" I responded.
"Are you sure Sere? You know that they can be there in less than 24 hours and it won't affect our on going operations in any way."
"No, its alright Mina" I ensured her. "I have Ronda and Tony with me and if I needed extra reinforcements, I could always contact our base here."
"Are you positive? You know that I can arrange this whole thing right now" replied Mina insistently.
"I'm positive. Besides, by the time you get the whole thing organized and the tracks covered from the FBI, this whole thing would blow over. So just relax and trust me."
"It's not that I don't trust you Sere, it's just that... I have this bad feeling" she explained, "and you know that something is never good when I get these feelings. "
"Yes, I'm quite aware of that" I answered. Who in the organization wasn't aware of Mina's famous 'predictions" of doom? But, nonetheless, I still think that sending over reinforcements from headquarters is completely unnecessary. I think that it's high time someone proved Mina's so called "feelings" wrong for once.
"Sere.?"
"I'm still here" I replied. "Don't worry about it Mina. I've got it under control. You just worry about finding what La Femme is up to. I want to know ASAP."
"I'm on it!" ensured Mina with glee, her cheerful personality resurfacing rapidly. "I promise that Rei and I will not rest until we find it." I laughed at her sudden enthusiasm.
"Don't over work yourselves too much." I warned brightly, "I don't want my two lieutenants dying on me."
"Can't promise that, with Rei being an workaholic and all" replied Mina, joining me in laughter.
"Alright then, I'll let you get back to your work. Call me later to update, OK?"
"Serena.?" Mina quickly interjected before I could hang up.
"Yes?" I answered with a smile. However, I was greeted by silence. The cheerful atmosphere around me suddenly changed into a dark cloud predicting doom.
"Promise me you'll be careful" spoke Mina, desperation evident in her voice. She must really believe in her feelings.
"I promise" I answered softly.
"Thanks" she replied before hanging up. I was left with the sound of a dead line repeating its annoying tone. An eerie feeling crept up my spine.
La Femme, whatever your up to..
Bring it on.
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"Both the FBI and La Morte is on to us. Care to explain Rubeus?" asked Diamond calmly, but anger was clearly evident in his deep suppressed tone.
Rubeus glanced up at the powerful man in front of him with fear. He swallowed a lump that was rapidly forming in his throat and prepared for a deep line of apologies.
"I-I'm d-don't know h-how it could have happened b-boss" began Rubeus in his stuttering speech. "I m-made sure to a-assemble only our m-most trustworthy men."
"So in other words, you don't know?" inquired Diamond with a cold glare.
"Y-yes" answered Rubeus weakly.
Diamond nodded with a smile. An unexpectedly calm attitude to display in midst of such bad news. But then again, Diamond La Femme is never predictable.
"Rubeus, How long have you been serving this organization?" he asked with amusement.
Completely unprepared for this reaction from his boss, Rubeus looked up with puzzlement.
"Nine" he replied after a pause.
"You stared when you were eighteen right?" asked Diamond.
"Y-yes."
"It's quite impressive that you were able to cease this position in only nine years" commented Diamond, a dark grin dominating his features. "I would hate to see you lose this position after all the hard work you had gone through, what with stabbing people in the back and killing all that were in your way."
Rubeus nodded, still utterly confused as to where this conversation was going. It was a common fact in the crime world that lives needed to be sacrificed while climbing up the latter of power.
Diamond slowly adjusted his position on the magnificent armchair by the crackling fireplace. His deep violet orbs met Rubeus frightened gaze with a cruel glee.
"Consider your position in potential danger, lieutenant" he warned with a smooth tone. "If you fail me one more time, you will be eliminated...understand?"
Rubeus quickly nodded, fear resurfacing on his features with full force. He knew that Diamond La Femme always kept his word.
"Good" replied Diamond with a smile. "However, due to this unfortunate development, another tactic is needed to preserve the element of surprise."
Rubeus lifted his gaze from the floor. He was ready to obey the orders no matter what the cost. He was eager to prove to Diamond that he was no failure.
"And what is the new tactic boss?" Rubeus dared to ask, like an obedient lap dog ready to follow the master's orders.
"Let's just say that Nicholas Kaffro will intervene."
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"I can't believe that just because some rich bastard is coming, we all have to go to some completely meaningless assembly just to prepare our act to impress him!" cried Lita with complete frustration. "This is so unfair! "
"That's life for you" I commented with a sigh.
"I actually think that this is an exciting opportunity" interjected Ami. "Nicholas Kaffro is one of the leading figures in the business world. His company is among one of the internationally leading corporations. We could learn a lot from him. He is, after all, a self-made billionaire."
"I'm not wasting my time listening to some greedy old bastard bragging about himself!" responded Lita with a frown.
"Actually, he is quite good-looking" stated Ami with a grin. "At least, that's the story around school."
"No one knows for sure?" I inquired with surprise.
"No, he does not appear on public statements much, although I am quite surprised at how he is able to avoid all the press. Must have special bodyguards for this" predicted Ami.
"A powerful and mysterious entrepreneur.? This ought to be interesting" I commented.
"I still don't give a dam about how he looks" spoke Lita, the frown still evident in her features. "Besides, you now how rich pretty boys are so conceited that they begin to form illusions of the world at their feet."
"Oh, come on Lita, it'll be fun to finally see the man behind all this success" I pleaded, using my persuasive voice. It really could be fun to see the leader of such a profitable organization. I wonder why I have never run into any troubles with him before? After all, such rich bastards ought to seek out help from the dark side once in a while. Who could go on to be so successful without breaking the law occasionally? Or did he go to La Femme instead of me?
"Fine, but if I fall asleep and get a month worth of detentions, I'm dragging both of you down with me!" pouted Lita, earning a smile from both of us.
"Fine, but if it proves to be interesting, you owe us both lunch for a week" I beamed, extending my hand to seal the deal.
"Fine" replied Lita, accepting my hand with a firm shake.
"This could be like an interesting break before finals" Ami spoke in agreement with me. "You know.the calm before the storm."
"Well, he better be good looking" replied Lita, "It would make things a hell of a lot more interesting."
"Why Lita, I didn't know that you were so into handsome rich men" I teased.
"I'm not" responded Lita with a smirk, "I just want to see Beryl Sinclair release her sluty assault at him full force."
"You know, I can completely emphasize with that" I responded with a mischievous smile of my own.
"Let's just hope he'll come prepared in two days."
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"I still think it's a bad idea Diamond" Sapphire warned over the line. "I mean, what were you thinking?! Using your alter identity like this is extremely dangerous!"
"Relax Sapphire" spoke Diamond smoothly, "I can handle this."
"But the FBI is on to you. In fact, Seiya Kou is flying over to Tokyo right now! By associating Nicholas Kaffro into this could bring down your entire company!"
"Trust me Sapphire, Seiya Kou is not going to be a problem" reassured Diamond. "He doesn't even know when and where I'm going to strike."
"What about La Morte?" asked Sapphire with deep concern.
"She won't know what hit her."
"You seem way too confident Diamond" warned Sapphire, "she is on to you too, you know."
"Yes, but she doesn't know exactly what I'm planning. In fact, all she has right now are rumors and suspicions. She is too logical to base her actions on such lack of facts."
"Fine.." Sighed Sapphire, "but I still think this is a bad idea."
"Don't worry, Sapphire, I've got it under full control. Tomorrow, once my plan is set in action, Juban Senior High School will be a grave site."
"Just be careful" warned Sapphire nervously "I don't want you to die over a woman, despite her position."
"Sapphire," replied Diamond "you just get ready to meet your future sister in law and the co-ruler of my supreme organization."
"Serena La Morte."
AN: Hey there! It's getting very close to the finale! I can't make any promises of ending it within the next chapter, but I'll sure try to conclude it within the next two chapters. For those who have been waiting patiently for the ending, thanks for your understanding! It gets extremely busy for me, what with all the schoolwork and other shit I need to attend to. The ending I'm thinking about is not exactly a happily-ever-after one, so sorry for the people who like those endings. I personally prefer when the protagonist dies or something. I guess that I'm just really screwed up in a way...
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PS: Why is Serena more nervous about going to the prom than dancing with Diamond? Because she takes on a completely different attitude when being her alter identity, Usagi Tsukino. She was highly respected in the ball, as one of the top Mafia leaders, but as Usagi Tsukino, she is looked upon nothing but a pathetic nerd in the prom.
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THE LA MORTE
Shimmering lights assaulted my sight as I entered the large gymnasium. The once plain spacious area was transformed into a majestic chamber. The regular day clothes of most seniors were altered into beautiful gowns and tuxedos. No more shouting. No more fights. Just people socializing in a civic manner. Certainly a sight to behold.
"Hey Dare, over here!" yelled the unmistakable voice of a jock. Reality came crashing down on me. Despite the illusions of a beautiful chamber, I can never forget whom I'm here with. Mr. Big Shot. Darien Shields.
Any normal girl would have jumped for joy at the chance to be even near the great Darien Shields, but I'm not just any girl. He might be one of the hottest guys that I've ever met, and my longest crush, but I still am not buying into this whole illusion. I might hold some emotional feelings for him, but what girl doesn't? All I know is that I'm here to beat him at his own game of humiliation, so that's that!
This is going to be a long night.
Darien nodded in the jock's direction, indicating that he was heading that way. Without even consulting me first, he firmly took hold of my wrist and pulled me with him through the crowd. Well, so much for freedom of choice.
The people stared at us in both amusement and bewilderment. Despite the loud rap music booming in the air, it could still not drown out the murmuring of my peers. I did not have to strain my ears to hear their whispers. I already knew what they were about.
Why the hell would the heartthrob of the entire school be holding onto that piece of shit?
Quite frankly, if the situation was reversed, I would be thinking the exact same thing. However, since I am the object of such gossiping attention, I can provide once simple explanation.
It's a joke.
Despite how nice and kind Darien may act, I know that he's got something up his sleeve. I mean, look at me! Who the fuck goes to the prom wearing a long skirt and sweater? The oversized glasses still adorned my face and my brown wig did not change its bizarre outlook. To say that I bring tears to the eyes would be an understatement!
At last we have reached the destination. Upon coming to his group of jockey friends, Darien slapped hands with his buddies in greeting. How predictable.
"Hey guys," he greeted warmly, "you know Usagi right?" A nod of confirmation was given by everyone, along with a welcomed smile. Oh, I bet they would just love for me to feel welcomed, wouldn't they..?
"Great to meet you guys" I replied in a cheerful preppy tone. It was completely obvious to even an idiot that I was faking the happy mood. Actually, it could be considered sarcastic too. "Now, if you don't mind, Darien, I'm going to find my friends."
With these last words, I left a bewildered Darien behind. Of course, his little buddies had seen the entire display. Some of them stared at me in shock and dismay while others tried to suppress their jumbling laughter. Apparently, no one had ever treated the great Darien Shields with so much disrespect. Typical.
As you know, news like this travels fast in a high school, so by the time I have reached the middle floor of the gymnasium in search of Ami and Lita, practically most of the population was staring at me in astonishment. Nice crowd, eh?
Man, if I didn't have my mind so set on revenge, I'd be out of here in a heartbeat.
Suddenly, I felt a light tapping on my shoulder. This must be my "wonderful" friends now.
"About time! Where were you gu-" I stopped abruptly, realizing that it was neither Lita nor Ami that stood in front of me. It was Darien.
"What do you want?" I asked with both rudeness and impatience. I'm not in the mood to humiliate him right now.
"Just coming to check on you" he replied with a smile, not offended by my rude behavior at all. At this moment, only one thought was going through my head. He is hot!
Abruptly, I realized what I was thinking and quickly shook my head. I was quite thwarted with myself to even allow my thought to go that way. This was no time to think about his gorgeous looks. This was a time to plan his complete humiliation in public!
"Why?" I demanded after the long pause. Instead of answering, he simply smiled.
"Would you like to dance?" he asked, kindly extending his hand to me. My eyes travel up to meet his deep blue orbs. A gorgeous smile adorned his face. Directed at me. For the second time that month, I was mesmerized by a guy. Déjà vu.
I certainly remember Diamond La Femme performing this exact gesture at my last social function. Except now, we seemed to have changed male protagonists. And here I am, same old, same old. How quaint.
"Sure" I replied softly, gently placing my own small hand in his large palm. With that, he gently pulled me towards the center of the dance floor, not recognizing the many stares of envy and disgust females were giving me. But it did not matter to me either. All I saw was him.
I rapidly allowed my defenses to fall. For some odd reason, I trusted him.. for now. I took a mental note to scold myself for this later. But right now, all I could think about is how gorgeous he looked in a tuxedo.
And his beautiful midnight blue eyes staring into my soul.
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"I can't believe your going back to that MINOR!" cried Yaten incredulously.
"She is NOT a minor!" defended Seiya with frustration. "Besides, I'm not going to Tokyo just because of her. As you heard, there have been some irregular activities involving the La Femmes' and I simply going there to check it out. The fact that Usagi's there is just a bonus."
"Right..." teased Yaten "and I enjoy doing charity work every Sunday."
"Hey! Don't bring your pathetic values into this conversation!" yelled Seiya with annoyance. "Is it really my fault that you hate volunteering?"
"Look," Yaten sighed while rolling his eyes, "the point here is that we both god dam know that you aren't going back to Tokyo to investigate the so called 'abnormal activities.' You're going there to try to bone a minor."
"Would you PLEASE stop calling her a minor!" yelled Seiya with anger staining his cheeks. "And I am NOT going to bone her! I'm going to try and date her, like NORMAL couples, and then see where it goes from there."
"Or you can just get her drunk and fuck her" suggested Yaten with a smirk. "Tried it myself, and I must say that it worked like a charm."
"Somehow, I'm not surprised" sighed Seiya, glancing up from the documents on his desk. "Although it's very sad that you needed alcohol to persuade a woman into bed."
"Only the ones that play hard to get" replied Yaten, still grinning slyly, "and maybe in your case, the innocent ones."
"For the last time, I'm not going to bone her Yaten!" cried Seiya.
"Sure.."
"Get out" commanded Seiya with anger.
"Hey, no need to get all touchie" teased Yaten.
"OUT!"
"Alright, I'm going."
Just as Yaten turned around to exit the office of his frustrated boss, the door burst open to reveal a frantic Taiki.
"Sorry I'm late guys! There was a hold-up in my department" explained Taiki, desperately trying to catch his breath. "However, I did find out further information regarding the La Femmes in Tokyo."
"Well, how interesting." analyzed Yaten, "we were just discussing Tokyo, and how much Seiya wants to go there for a special someone.."
"Shut up Yaten.." Warned Seiya with a cold glare. Although obeying the order, Yaten continued to grin in self-satisfaction.
"Anyways," continued Taiki, not catching on to the intended message, "although I do not have solid evidence to base this upon, I have reason to believe that the La Femme organization has high ranking commanders currently stationed in Tokyo."
"Why?" inquired Seiya.
"There has been some whispers among the streets" he answered.
"Are you sure this information is accurate?"
"Seiya, is anything we get from our sources on the streets ever guaranteed to be accurate?" countered Taiki smugly.
"I suppose your right" admitted Seiya. " This is all the better for me to go check out Tokyo."
"I do not think that it has reached to that level of necessity yet" replied Taiki. "We can just command our agents there to keep a closer eye out. After all, its not like Diamond La Femme is there himself."
"Better play it safe though" injected Seiya, "I have a feeling that they are not just there to visit. Something big is going down there and when it happens, I'll shock the shit out of those bastards and catch them in the act!"
"Translation: he is worried that his minor girlfriend is going to get hurt" commented Yaten with his mischievous grin.
"Oh... right! Now I get it!" cried Taiki, glancing at Seiya with amusement. "That's why you wanted to go to Tokyo in the first place! Frankly, I'm surprised that you're still not over her. She must be hell of a looker to catch your attention so badly."
Seiya sent out his death glare full force. "I am not going to Tokyo just because of Usagi! I do not have to elaborate myself for the lights of you two. And I am insulted that you think I'm so shallow Taiki."
"Hey, calm down! I was just joking!" defended Taiki with a smirk. "Do you want us to come with you?"
"No" answered Seiya sternly.
"Excuse me?"
"I need you two to run the office here while I'm gone" explained Seiya. "After all, what if I'm wrong about this?"
"What happened to Mr. Confidence?" asked Yaten with glee, "or is it that you don't want us around when you meet up with Usagi again?"
Seiya slowly raised his gaze to meet Yaten's gray orbs. A prolonging silent pause settled in the air as the pair stared down each other, their intentions completely unpredictable. Taiki watched from the sidelines, not knowing quite what to expect.
Suddenly, a grin appeared on Seiya face. A mischievous grin that intended to keep secrets.
"Both" he answered softly, leaving Yaten with both shock and amusement.
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Amazingly, the prom turned out to be the best school function I have attended since.. well.ever! Scary, isn't it?
I had a remarkably good time there. I socialized there more than I have for the past three years, and I was actually not labeled as an outcast that night, despite my appearance. I never did get to humiliate the great Darien Shields. Why? It never came up.
It turns out that I was plain paranoid that night. No one tried to insult me in any way, well. except for Beryl and her little groupies, but that should be expected. After all, she never did get over Darien dumping her. I can imagine it as being a huge blow to her self-esteem.
The night had also given me an opportunity to find out a little bit of personal information about Mr. Big Shot. For one, I now know that he is an orphan who absolutely hates his foster parents. He says that they treat him like dirt. Hum..looks like the great Darien Shields doesn't have the perfect life after all.
However, I still can't help but wonder what the true purpose of him asking me out was. It couldn't have been that he truly liked me, could it? For the first time since my father's death, I am insecure. How odd.. and frightening.
I had eventually found Ami and Lita halfway throughout the night. But by then, I was not really so desperate to see them. They spotted how cozy I had become with Darien, and immediately made up some reason to leave. Of course, the very next morning in school, they had bombarded me with questions of the previous night. They wanted every juice detail. It's a real shock that one of the smartest students in Juban High and the school bully were so interested in gossip. Truly unbelievable.
"Usagi, you still there..?" Ami asked with concern, spotting the glazed over look in my eyes.
"Yes, fine" I immediately answered, coming out of my self-reflecting moment. I seem to be having a lot of those these days. It seem like I had just spent half my lunch re-living prom night. I'm pathetic.
"Are we thinking of a particular someone..?" Hinted Lita with a mischievous grin. To think that I used to view her as the cold serious type.
"No" I answer sternly, sending her a cold glare while taking a bite out of my apple.
Before Lita could make another obnoxious comment, a dark form blocked the beaming rays of the sun from my view, immediately grabbing our attention. I looked up, straining to see the shadowed face.
"Darien?" I ask the mysterious person with uncertainty. Even from my lack of vision I could tell he was really muscular.
"Yeah, it's me" he replied, slowly moving towards me and crouching down. Now I could see him clearly, and let me tell you, it's certainly a sight to behold. Both Lita and Ami caught on to this special moment, and nodded to each other with mischievous grins.
"Um-Usagi, I seem to have forgotten something in my locker.." Lita lied with an obvious tone. "Ami, will you come help me look for it?" Ami immediately nodded and without a second word, the two of them stood up from underneath our oak tree and left.
Now I'm alone with Mr. Big Shot. Great. What I'm I gonna say?
"Um-Usagi, I just came over here to see how you were doing" he began, obvious trying to strike up a conversation. A pretty pathetic attempt, I might add.
"Fine" I replied, not making any sort of attempt to help him. I was having too much fun watching the ladies' man sweat.
"Anything new?"
"Nope"
"Gone anywhere fun?"
"Nope"
"Met any old acquaintances?"
"Nope"
"Will you go out with me?"
"Nop-What?!" I asked with bewilderment. I though we had a pattern going!
"Will you go out with me this Saturday?" he asked again, a light blush staining his cheeks.
"Why..?" I asked skeptically, apparently still paranoid.
"Because I like you" Darien answered, as if patiently explaining something to a little child. Screw him.
"Is that really the only reason?" I asked with a sweet grin. Completely fake I might add.
"Yes" he answered firmly.
"Seriously?" I cock an eyebrow.
"Yes" he reassured again with a warm smile.
Hum.I'll take his word for it. After all, he really didn't try to pull anything on me two nights ago. Besides, I might end up having another good time.
"Fine" I replied with a smile. Apparently, it took a few minutes for him to register this in his mind.
"Great!" he responded after a brief pause. "I'll come and pick you up at 6, OK?" I nodded in response. He beamed brightly at my acceptance and quickly said his goodbyes before walking away. Or shall I say strolling away to his little buddies and slapping high fives all around.
Ladies and Gentlemen: I give you the school heartthrob.
I looked around at who else had seen our display. Half the population. Typical that everyone would strain to listen and add us to their latest gossip. I guess news like this just doesn't get away from prying ears.
I looked over at the cheerleaders' table. Beryl was giving me one of THE most hated glares she possesses. And I must say, it is pretty cold, but nothing I haven't seen before in the crime world.
Fine, if she wants to play games, then let her.
Now I got to try and get away from my nosy friends, not that they won't know this news by the end of lunch.
Great.
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"So you really like her?" asked Andrew with all seriousness.
"Yeah, I just asked her out" replied Darien, as if it was the most obvious thing in the world.
"Well..it just seems a bit odd" stated Andrew nervously. "I mean.you know..her and you...you know.."
"She's an outcast?" offered Darien with the crock of an eyebrow in amusement.
"Hey, no offence Dare" Andrew quickly defended. "It's not like I've got anything against her or something."
"I know" replied Darien with a grin, "the whole protocol thing, right..?"
"Yeah." answered Andrew with uncertainty. "It doesn't bother you?"
"What, the gossiping?"
"Yeah. You sure shocked the hell out of this school when you asked her to prom."
"So.?"
"It seriously doesn't bother you?" asked Andrew incredulously.
"Nope"
"Then, are you worried about Beryl?" questioned Andrew with concern. "Aren't you worried that she is going to do something to Usagi? I mean, after all, she still hasn't gotten over the fact that you dumped her."
"Don't worry about that Drew" answered Darien with a mischievous grin. "If that bitch wants to hurt Usagi, she has to go through me first."
"Man, you really must have it bad for that chick" stated Andrew with a bright smile. "Ladies and Gentlemen, I have finally witnessed a miracle! The Great Darien Shields is head over heels for a girl!"
"Shut up Andrew.." muttered Darien, aware of all the perplexed glances they were receiving.
"What..? You're embarrassed about this? What happened to Mr. I don't give a dam about what they say?" teased Andrew. Darien rolled his eyes in response.
"So what do you think?" asked Darien out of the blue.
"About what?" Andrew questioned with confusion.
"About her!"
"Hey, it's not me you have to be worried about, it's the rest of the school" stated Andrew.
"I'm asking you as my best friend" replied Darien. "I don't give a dam about what the rest of the school thinks."
"Well..I like her. She seems nice and all, but she is not exactly the world's friendliest person" commented Andrew, a little uncertain of Darien's reaction to this analysis.
"Yeah, she can be a little too paranoid at times" admitted Darien with a smile of admiration. "But she is the first girl I've ever met to blow me off like that."
"And that's a good thing?" asked Andrew with bewilderment. "Man, Dare, you really don't know how good you've got it..not that I'm complaining or anything.." A sly smile appeared on Andrews face as he began to think of all the good times he's shared with easy, anonymous chicks.
Darien spotted the glazed over look in his eyes, along with the idiotic grin.
"I'll just leave you alone." he murmured with amusement before walking away, leaving an oblivious blond in his flashback memories.
As he walked towards the football field in search of a quiet environment, one though kept running through his mind. Did Usagi like him?
"She's definitely one hell of a hard girl to figure out" concluded Darien with a smile, unconscious to his outspoken thoughts. He kept running through his head all the reasons that made her so attractive to him. He was not naïve to his looks, nor his talents. He could have a score of beautiful women, yet something kept drawing him back to her.
'It's definitely not her looks' Darien pondered. 'But what is it? I have been attracted to her ever since sophomore year, and yet I never did make a move until now. What is it with her that makes me so uncertain? I've tried dating other girls to take her place, I've tried to ignore her completely, I've even tried to drown away thoughts of her with schoolwork and practice, but she always does manage a way to resurface in my mind. What is it with her? What makes her so special?!'
As the lone figure finally reached the middle of the football field, his deep midnight blue eyes scanned the lush green grass surrounding him. Summer was almost here.
'I had better figure out why I like her so much by the end of this term' Darien warned himself. 'Cause I'm not gonna see her again next year.'
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"La Femme is up to something" I stated sternly, "I want to know what."
"Well Serena..We don't exactly have that part figured out yet" replied Mina's voice hesitantly over the line, "but Rei and I are working full capacity to find out his intentions."
"I want the answer found fast. I don't like the idea of him planning in the shadows of this city. It's way to close."
"We are trying our best at that, but in the mean time, do you need temporary protection sent over? " asked Mina with concern.
"No, I don't think we're up to that level yet" I responded.
"Are you sure Sere? You know that they can be there in less than 24 hours and it won't affect our on going operations in any way."
"No, its alright Mina" I ensured her. "I have Ronda and Tony with me and if I needed extra reinforcements, I could always contact our base here."
"Are you positive? You know that I can arrange this whole thing right now" replied Mina insistently.
"I'm positive. Besides, by the time you get the whole thing organized and the tracks covered from the FBI, this whole thing would blow over. So just relax and trust me."
"It's not that I don't trust you Sere, it's just that... I have this bad feeling" she explained, "and you know that something is never good when I get these feelings. "
"Yes, I'm quite aware of that" I answered. Who in the organization wasn't aware of Mina's famous 'predictions" of doom? But, nonetheless, I still think that sending over reinforcements from headquarters is completely unnecessary. I think that it's high time someone proved Mina's so called "feelings" wrong for once.
"Sere.?"
"I'm still here" I replied. "Don't worry about it Mina. I've got it under control. You just worry about finding what La Femme is up to. I want to know ASAP."
"I'm on it!" ensured Mina with glee, her cheerful personality resurfacing rapidly. "I promise that Rei and I will not rest until we find it." I laughed at her sudden enthusiasm.
"Don't over work yourselves too much." I warned brightly, "I don't want my two lieutenants dying on me."
"Can't promise that, with Rei being an workaholic and all" replied Mina, joining me in laughter.
"Alright then, I'll let you get back to your work. Call me later to update, OK?"
"Serena.?" Mina quickly interjected before I could hang up.
"Yes?" I answered with a smile. However, I was greeted by silence. The cheerful atmosphere around me suddenly changed into a dark cloud predicting doom.
"Promise me you'll be careful" spoke Mina, desperation evident in her voice. She must really believe in her feelings.
"I promise" I answered softly.
"Thanks" she replied before hanging up. I was left with the sound of a dead line repeating its annoying tone. An eerie feeling crept up my spine.
La Femme, whatever your up to..
Bring it on.
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"Both the FBI and La Morte is on to us. Care to explain Rubeus?" asked Diamond calmly, but anger was clearly evident in his deep suppressed tone.
Rubeus glanced up at the powerful man in front of him with fear. He swallowed a lump that was rapidly forming in his throat and prepared for a deep line of apologies.
"I-I'm d-don't know h-how it could have happened b-boss" began Rubeus in his stuttering speech. "I m-made sure to a-assemble only our m-most trustworthy men."
"So in other words, you don't know?" inquired Diamond with a cold glare.
"Y-yes" answered Rubeus weakly.
Diamond nodded with a smile. An unexpectedly calm attitude to display in midst of such bad news. But then again, Diamond La Femme is never predictable.
"Rubeus, How long have you been serving this organization?" he asked with amusement.
Completely unprepared for this reaction from his boss, Rubeus looked up with puzzlement.
"Nine" he replied after a pause.
"You stared when you were eighteen right?" asked Diamond.
"Y-yes."
"It's quite impressive that you were able to cease this position in only nine years" commented Diamond, a dark grin dominating his features. "I would hate to see you lose this position after all the hard work you had gone through, what with stabbing people in the back and killing all that were in your way."
Rubeus nodded, still utterly confused as to where this conversation was going. It was a common fact in the crime world that lives needed to be sacrificed while climbing up the latter of power.
Diamond slowly adjusted his position on the magnificent armchair by the crackling fireplace. His deep violet orbs met Rubeus frightened gaze with a cruel glee.
"Consider your position in potential danger, lieutenant" he warned with a smooth tone. "If you fail me one more time, you will be eliminated...understand?"
Rubeus quickly nodded, fear resurfacing on his features with full force. He knew that Diamond La Femme always kept his word.
"Good" replied Diamond with a smile. "However, due to this unfortunate development, another tactic is needed to preserve the element of surprise."
Rubeus lifted his gaze from the floor. He was ready to obey the orders no matter what the cost. He was eager to prove to Diamond that he was no failure.
"And what is the new tactic boss?" Rubeus dared to ask, like an obedient lap dog ready to follow the master's orders.
"Let's just say that Nicholas Kaffro will intervene."
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"I can't believe that just because some rich bastard is coming, we all have to go to some completely meaningless assembly just to prepare our act to impress him!" cried Lita with complete frustration. "This is so unfair! "
"That's life for you" I commented with a sigh.
"I actually think that this is an exciting opportunity" interjected Ami. "Nicholas Kaffro is one of the leading figures in the business world. His company is among one of the internationally leading corporations. We could learn a lot from him. He is, after all, a self-made billionaire."
"I'm not wasting my time listening to some greedy old bastard bragging about himself!" responded Lita with a frown.
"Actually, he is quite good-looking" stated Ami with a grin. "At least, that's the story around school."
"No one knows for sure?" I inquired with surprise.
"No, he does not appear on public statements much, although I am quite surprised at how he is able to avoid all the press. Must have special bodyguards for this" predicted Ami.
"A powerful and mysterious entrepreneur.? This ought to be interesting" I commented.
"I still don't give a dam about how he looks" spoke Lita, the frown still evident in her features. "Besides, you now how rich pretty boys are so conceited that they begin to form illusions of the world at their feet."
"Oh, come on Lita, it'll be fun to finally see the man behind all this success" I pleaded, using my persuasive voice. It really could be fun to see the leader of such a profitable organization. I wonder why I have never run into any troubles with him before? After all, such rich bastards ought to seek out help from the dark side once in a while. Who could go on to be so successful without breaking the law occasionally? Or did he go to La Femme instead of me?
"Fine, but if I fall asleep and get a month worth of detentions, I'm dragging both of you down with me!" pouted Lita, earning a smile from both of us.
"Fine, but if it proves to be interesting, you owe us both lunch for a week" I beamed, extending my hand to seal the deal.
"Fine" replied Lita, accepting my hand with a firm shake.
"This could be like an interesting break before finals" Ami spoke in agreement with me. "You know.the calm before the storm."
"Well, he better be good looking" replied Lita, "It would make things a hell of a lot more interesting."
"Why Lita, I didn't know that you were so into handsome rich men" I teased.
"I'm not" responded Lita with a smirk, "I just want to see Beryl Sinclair release her sluty assault at him full force."
"You know, I can completely emphasize with that" I responded with a mischievous smile of my own.
"Let's just hope he'll come prepared in two days."
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"I still think it's a bad idea Diamond" Sapphire warned over the line. "I mean, what were you thinking?! Using your alter identity like this is extremely dangerous!"
"Relax Sapphire" spoke Diamond smoothly, "I can handle this."
"But the FBI is on to you. In fact, Seiya Kou is flying over to Tokyo right now! By associating Nicholas Kaffro into this could bring down your entire company!"
"Trust me Sapphire, Seiya Kou is not going to be a problem" reassured Diamond. "He doesn't even know when and where I'm going to strike."
"What about La Morte?" asked Sapphire with deep concern.
"She won't know what hit her."
"You seem way too confident Diamond" warned Sapphire, "she is on to you too, you know."
"Yes, but she doesn't know exactly what I'm planning. In fact, all she has right now are rumors and suspicions. She is too logical to base her actions on such lack of facts."
"Fine.." Sighed Sapphire, "but I still think this is a bad idea."
"Don't worry, Sapphire, I've got it under full control. Tomorrow, once my plan is set in action, Juban Senior High School will be a grave site."
"Just be careful" warned Sapphire nervously "I don't want you to die over a woman, despite her position."
"Sapphire," replied Diamond "you just get ready to meet your future sister in law and the co-ruler of my supreme organization."
"Serena La Morte."
AN: Hey there! It's getting very close to the finale! I can't make any promises of ending it within the next chapter, but I'll sure try to conclude it within the next two chapters. For those who have been waiting patiently for the ending, thanks for your understanding! It gets extremely busy for me, what with all the schoolwork and other shit I need to attend to. The ending I'm thinking about is not exactly a happily-ever-after one, so sorry for the people who like those endings. I personally prefer when the protagonist dies or something. I guess that I'm just really screwed up in a way...
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