NOTES: OKAY, SO I'M BACK AT THE RIGHT TRACK, BECAUSE IT'S ALREADY SUMMER
AND I HAVE NO MORE PROBLEM OF STUDYING MY EXAMS OR BOOKS OR ANYTHING LIKE
THAT. I CAN NOW FOCUS ON CONTINUING MY STORIES. THIS CHAPTER IS BASED ON
THE GAME MEGA MAN X3, WHERE THAT SICK, SICK, SICK EVIL DR. DOPPLER ARRIVED.
CHAPTER VII: I'LL HAVE TO SAY GOODBYE
It has been a few months since Techno and Middy died. We later found out that Sigma, as usual, was the mastermind behind all this. I don't know how to express my hatred for him. Maybe I should do something new for a change. I suddenly remembered that I was forgetting to train my Unit. I was kind of forsaking my duties, so I have to work more often now. Now that the peace is back again, and Reploids are back on the right track.
"Commander?" this voice came from one of my best spies, Gary. He was standing in the doorway of the recharging bay, with his thick blonde hair sticking in all directions. "The lieutenant wants to see you."
"Vein?" I asked, knowing my second in command won't call me unless something in the Unit is amiss. Gary nodded. I sighed. "Okay, I'll see him at the tower."
"Yes ma'am." Gary left me. I took my helmet from the table beside me. Just looking at it makes me want to recall everything. But not every memory stored in this helmet is pleasant. Taking off all hesitation, I wore it, and began braiding my hair. When I think I looked decent enough, I walked out of the bay and went straight to the training room.
There I saw my Unit training themselves. When they noticed my presence, they stood erect, saluting. I nodded and saluted back.
"Carry on with the training." I said audibly, just loud enough to be heard by everyone.
"Yes ma'am!" Every reploid ran back to their post and started training again. I climbed the tower, where I saw my second in command, Lieutenant Tim Vein, saluting at me. I returned the gesture and sat down. Vein was one of the top spies MHHQ has to offer, even for a human, I found him excellent. No wonder he was lieutenant of the 18th Unit, after the former commander, that is.
"Commander, I believe we have something important to discuss." He started, taking a seat. I glanced at the Reploids training down below.
"Go on." I urged him to continue. Vein cleared his throat.
"Well, as what you have heard from some officials earlier, as well as X and your brother, Zero, Dr. Doppler is going to have an assembly. X didn't want to participate in such an event. Zero wanted to, but Dr. Cain forbidden him to do so, because he was going to attend some training activities in the Southern Region. They requested if you could go to that assembly, at that new Dopple Town."
I perked up. "Me? Why would they send me there?"
"They recognize your skills and would very much appreciate it if you could come to represent the MHHQ." He replied. I began thinking again.
I remembered what Leila said to me, and going out to places isn't the best way to go looking for a virus. I know for a reason that Leila doesn't want me to get killed because of some misunderstanding, so she just let me in to the details by dreams. I just couldn't go to such a place.
"I'll go talk to Dr. Cain." I answered. "I'm going to see if there is a chance for me to get out of this mess."
"Mess?"
"My life is in the Maverick Hunters, not in some assembly." I said. "I would appreciate it if they would choose someone else." I went down the tower and out for Dr. Cain's office.
As I was walking towards the office, a random thought went inside my mind. "What if this Dr. Doppler and Sigma has something planned?" I muttered. Hoping no one heard me, I stopped on the door and knocked.
"It's open." An old voice called. I opened the door to see an old scientist sitting on his hair.
"Dr. Cain, I was thinking of that request for me to go to the assembly." I started. He nodded. "I suggest that you find someone else to go there."
"Why so, Amber?"
"As tempting as it may sound, but I decline the offer." I said. "I am a spy, and to make matters worse, I am the leader of the spying unit and I am the sister of one of the top Reploids in this facility. I simply can't go out there."
"Alright then, Amber, but you must find someone who is willing to come." He replied. I saluted before marching out of the room. I don't have any idea how am I going to get out of this horrid mess.
I decided to check on Zero and his Unit. Shortly after the hacking, Zero was given his own Special Unit 0. Elite groups of well-trained Reploids who can defeat almost anyone, well, probably except the Commanders themselves and Sigma. When I opened the double doors of the #0 Unit Training room, I saw the most amazing thing. I heard they were well trained, but never this well! Reploids by rank were in a line and, like a general commands his army, my brother was standing in front of them, giving them directions. I suspected no one noticed my arrival, so I entered and shut the door a little louder than it should be closed.
Zero was first to turn around. With a smile etched on his face, he saluted. So did the other Reploids. I turned to a rather cold demeanor before saluting back. Zero turned back to his Unit.
"Dismissed." All the Reploids left the room, all except Zero. I noticed a presence at the top of the training room, and saw a huge hornet hovering.
I turned to Zero. "Who's that?" I gestured to the huge Reploid, just...hanging there. Zero looked at it.
"Oh, him? He's my second in command." Zero mumbled. "Quite a determined warrior himself, he'd take my place while I'm out."
This struck a gong in me. Looking back at my brother now, I replied. "Hey, Zero, why don't you let him be the representative for the MHHQ in the assembly in Dopple Town?"
"I thought you were chosen to do that, Amber." Zero answered, confused. Then looking at my face, he realized it. "You...denied the offer?"
"I never like being back on the spotlight." I said. "I don't want to remember what happened to me in the past when I was."
"I'm sorry."
"Don't be. Are you the one going to talk to him, or would you rather let me do all the talking?"
"I can talk to him. You just go and we'll chat later." Zero answered back. "And also, X had been looming at the 17th Unit Training room. Why don't you go over and cheer him up?"
"Maybe I'd do that." I said. I didn't saw much of X since the incident. I guess he's still thinking it over. "I'll see you later, Z."
"You too." I went out of the room, and preceded towards the direction I've known towards the said Training room.
As I opened the door, I saw the last thing I wanted to see. X was sitting on one of the benches. His Unit was still training, but at a rather slow and dull pace. My pity turned into anger when I saw that scene. I closed the door with a loud bang, which quickly gave me the attention of all the Reploids inside the room. My fuel was just pure anger; looking at the once brave Reploids of the 17th Unit training like rookies.
"IS THAT WHAT YOU CALL TRAINING?!" I shouted, standing erect. "YOU TRAIN YOURSELVES LIKE YOU WERE SOME NEWBIES! EVEN IF YOUR COMMANDER IS OUT OF COMMISSION, THAT DOESN'T MEAN YOU HAVE A TIME-OUT! YOU REALIZE THAT AT THE SILENCE OF PEACE, THERE WILL BE ANOTHER WAR BREWING! ASIDE FROM OTHER UNITS, THE MHHQ NEEDS THE 17TH UNIT TO HOLD THE WHOLE HEADQUARTERS FIRMLY ON ITS GROUND." I looked at all their bewildered faces. "IF YOU REPLOIDS WON'T START TRAINING DECENTLY NOW, YOU WILL ALL ANSWER TO ME! CONTINUE TRAINING!"
My angered speech paid off, as all the Reploids trained like they were supposed to be when the commander is around. My anger somehow went down, and walked towards X.
"X, we need to talk." I said soothingly, as though I was extinguishing the last of my anguish. X looked up to me, and followed me as I went up the control tower. When we were inside it, he took a seat. "X, what do you want to express here? You have to tell me."
"Amber, I...I really don't want Middy to die like that." X replied. "Zero told me that it was for the good of others, but I really don't like the sound of it all."
"What Zero said is right." I answered back. "Middy died an honorable death. It wasn't your fault, it was simply... inevitable. I was more of broken down like you when he died, because it was the feeling of like another relative being pulled away from me. But...X, Middy wants us to move on. He wants you to be back to the same Mega Man X we all know and love. You have to face the facts and not to show inferiority among your troops."
"You...you're right." X decided. He stand up, with a smile on his face. "Thank you, Amber."
"It was your choice to move on, X, not mine." I replied, looking down at his Unit below.
"But you and Zero shoved me on the right path. What can I do without good friends such as the both of you?"
"Nobody knows." I said, grinning. In my opinion, if Zero were in my position, I don't know what he could've done to X's Unit. He HAD authority over them, since he WAS the former commander of the 17th Unit. That's my awesome ill-tempered brother. "Hey, X, you might want to know that Zero's second in command will be representing the Maverick Hunters."
"Lieutenant Hornet?" X asked, confused. "But I thought you were requested to be send there."
"I didn't accept it." I replied. "Damn if I know why, but, I never like those things. I have a bad feeling about that Dr. Doppler and his Neuro Computer."
"We will just have to wait and see what happens." He answered. "You can't go around saying those things, because Dr. Doppler had extended a huge help to Maverick Hunters."
"You're right. Shutting my mouth is the best way to go. I don't know what will happen to the world right now if I don't have the power to control my blabbing mouth." I walked for the elevator. "X, I don't want to see your troops like this again, you hear me? Or YOU will answer to ME!" I finished with a smirk pasted on my face. X nodded, smiling.
I was back at the 18th Unit Training room, watching my troops train themselves. I'd hate myself if I saw my men in bad shape. Punching some buttons, I operated the computer. Successfully linking it, I took the microphone.
"Attention, 18th Unit! This is Commander Trasè speaking. You will be placed under simulation number 24993 under ten minutes, then you will be all dismissed for the day. Spies, ready your weapons and gadgets!" I typed in a password and turned back to the Unit. "Simulation will start in three...two...one...start!" I pressed a button, and holographic images appeared inside the whole Training room. I looked at the scale of each and every one of my troops.
Simulation 24993 is one of the simulations that would enhance the sensing abilities of the troops. This would test their camaraderie and teamwork, as well as physical attacks. If there would be a Maverick attack, this simulation would best fit the situation.
Ten minutes is a long time. I sat down, thinking of the past battles. I reminded myself of the Zero's very first battle with Sigma. Then my battle with that bald freak, which turned out good, yet bad. I need a vacation. I need to check on Dr. Jeoffreye. And also on Pearl and Hazel. I missed their company since I left their care and guidance.
I check the time and realized it was a few seconds before end of simulation. I check the records and I found it excellent. I pressed the button to end the simulation, and went down to check on my troops. All of them had survived. A few had minor injuries, but still, they are okay.
"Good work!" I said, praising them. "You have train yourselves well. Listen. I am going away for a while. If you want to continue training, just approach Lieutenant Vein for simulations. If not, you are dismissed for the week."
Applause was all I needed to hear that they are happy. I approach Vien. "Tim, you are going to act as temporary commander while I'm out. I trust you to make these spies the best in MHHQ, as what the former commander did."
"You can count on me, ma'am!" he replied with a salute. I smiled, then went out to the lounge. I need to go at the Information Center to get some news from outside.
The Information Center is located at the MHHQ lounge, where it is easy to find. Inside it is Kerry Gredovia, Fara and Dennis' little sister. If there is anyone better than Dennis at gathering information, it'll be her. I approached her desk and sat on one of the chairs.
"Yes, Commander, what can I do for you?" she asked, black eyes glistening. Her shiny black hair was pulled in a bun.
"Ah, Kerry, any information regarding Dr. Jeoffreye?" I asked. Kerry nodded.
"We have, ma'am. He's still in his apartment with his wife and daughter. He had been working on some experiment together with his wife these last two months."
"Thank you, Kerry." I stand up. "And, oh, do you have a request for leave form?"
"Yes, ma'am, here." She handed me a sheet of paper. I scanned it, thanked Kerry and went back to the Training room. Taking a seat back at the control tower, I began filling up the form.
After a few minutes of writing and reviewing my work, I went to Dr. Cain to pass it. After doing so, I went to the recharging bay, and sat on the foot of one of the capsules. I sense Zero on the next capsule. Duh.
"Hey, Z, you awake?"
"Yup. Anything you want?"
"Actually, I need to tell you something."
I felt Zero stand up and walked until he was in front of me. "Let me guess...you are going to take a small vacation for a while, am I right?"
I knew I sensed something when I entered Cain's office! I nodded. Zero let out a sigh.
"It's your decision, Amber." He finished, before walking away. I stand up.
"Zero." I called, getting his attention. It did, for he stopped without turning around. "Keep an eye on my Unit, will you? Even if they are not training, I want them not to cause havoc while I'm away."
Zero just waved a hand. "Sure. Be sure that you come back in one piece."
"I will." He left the bay.
I took my light saber. It was a long time since I used it in combat. Dr. Wily gave it to me, sure, but I know that he wasn't the one who bought that thing. I remember it like it was yesterday...
FLASHBACK
ALERT: NORMAL POV
A black robot was walking around the Skull Castle. Being the strongest robot of the group, he was allowed to stray off even during the night.
"Well, I must say, Bass, you sure know how to make an entrance." A feminine voice said. Bass had opened one of the chamber doors, the door which happened to be the door of Leila's room. "What brings you?"
Bass looked at his sister. "Wily wants you in his goddamn laboratory, Leila. You might want to hurry up before he blows himself up."
Leila sighed, then jumped off her bed. "And what makes you think that?"
"Nothing."
The black-haired woman shook her head in pure disgust. "Okay. You go on ahead. I'll follow."
Leila walked casually towards Dr. Wily's laboratory. She stopped at the door and was about to open it when he heard Bass and Wily talking. Curiosity got the better of her so she pressed her ear to the door.
"Doc, please, give this to Amber." Bass said. "She'll need this if she ever will fight in the future."
"A light saber, eh? Very nice. Where did you get it?"
"I savaged it somewhere." Bass answered. "Don't worry. It ain't stolen property, so Amber won't have problems to deal with. I wanted to make sure she won't be defenseless by the time she wake up from hibernation."
"She'll appreciate it. Now, help me put the finishing touches on Zero."
"Yes, doc."
Leila smiled. Amber won't be alone, for both her brothers are with her. What a wonderful future it'll be.
END FLASHBACK
I smiled unknowingly. "Bass..."
~~
Author's notes:
Okay, I'm done with this chapter. I was supposed to continue this but it's Holy Week, and my family is busy going out. Well, if only I had a laptop...
Anyways, the next chapter, Amber will be back in the Jeoffreye household, and there she will be reunited with an old friend...a very old friend. Unless you've red my journals, you won't know who she is!
Reviews and flames!!!
Blast_Hornet
CHAPTER VII: I'LL HAVE TO SAY GOODBYE
It has been a few months since Techno and Middy died. We later found out that Sigma, as usual, was the mastermind behind all this. I don't know how to express my hatred for him. Maybe I should do something new for a change. I suddenly remembered that I was forgetting to train my Unit. I was kind of forsaking my duties, so I have to work more often now. Now that the peace is back again, and Reploids are back on the right track.
"Commander?" this voice came from one of my best spies, Gary. He was standing in the doorway of the recharging bay, with his thick blonde hair sticking in all directions. "The lieutenant wants to see you."
"Vein?" I asked, knowing my second in command won't call me unless something in the Unit is amiss. Gary nodded. I sighed. "Okay, I'll see him at the tower."
"Yes ma'am." Gary left me. I took my helmet from the table beside me. Just looking at it makes me want to recall everything. But not every memory stored in this helmet is pleasant. Taking off all hesitation, I wore it, and began braiding my hair. When I think I looked decent enough, I walked out of the bay and went straight to the training room.
There I saw my Unit training themselves. When they noticed my presence, they stood erect, saluting. I nodded and saluted back.
"Carry on with the training." I said audibly, just loud enough to be heard by everyone.
"Yes ma'am!" Every reploid ran back to their post and started training again. I climbed the tower, where I saw my second in command, Lieutenant Tim Vein, saluting at me. I returned the gesture and sat down. Vein was one of the top spies MHHQ has to offer, even for a human, I found him excellent. No wonder he was lieutenant of the 18th Unit, after the former commander, that is.
"Commander, I believe we have something important to discuss." He started, taking a seat. I glanced at the Reploids training down below.
"Go on." I urged him to continue. Vein cleared his throat.
"Well, as what you have heard from some officials earlier, as well as X and your brother, Zero, Dr. Doppler is going to have an assembly. X didn't want to participate in such an event. Zero wanted to, but Dr. Cain forbidden him to do so, because he was going to attend some training activities in the Southern Region. They requested if you could go to that assembly, at that new Dopple Town."
I perked up. "Me? Why would they send me there?"
"They recognize your skills and would very much appreciate it if you could come to represent the MHHQ." He replied. I began thinking again.
I remembered what Leila said to me, and going out to places isn't the best way to go looking for a virus. I know for a reason that Leila doesn't want me to get killed because of some misunderstanding, so she just let me in to the details by dreams. I just couldn't go to such a place.
"I'll go talk to Dr. Cain." I answered. "I'm going to see if there is a chance for me to get out of this mess."
"Mess?"
"My life is in the Maverick Hunters, not in some assembly." I said. "I would appreciate it if they would choose someone else." I went down the tower and out for Dr. Cain's office.
As I was walking towards the office, a random thought went inside my mind. "What if this Dr. Doppler and Sigma has something planned?" I muttered. Hoping no one heard me, I stopped on the door and knocked.
"It's open." An old voice called. I opened the door to see an old scientist sitting on his hair.
"Dr. Cain, I was thinking of that request for me to go to the assembly." I started. He nodded. "I suggest that you find someone else to go there."
"Why so, Amber?"
"As tempting as it may sound, but I decline the offer." I said. "I am a spy, and to make matters worse, I am the leader of the spying unit and I am the sister of one of the top Reploids in this facility. I simply can't go out there."
"Alright then, Amber, but you must find someone who is willing to come." He replied. I saluted before marching out of the room. I don't have any idea how am I going to get out of this horrid mess.
I decided to check on Zero and his Unit. Shortly after the hacking, Zero was given his own Special Unit 0. Elite groups of well-trained Reploids who can defeat almost anyone, well, probably except the Commanders themselves and Sigma. When I opened the double doors of the #0 Unit Training room, I saw the most amazing thing. I heard they were well trained, but never this well! Reploids by rank were in a line and, like a general commands his army, my brother was standing in front of them, giving them directions. I suspected no one noticed my arrival, so I entered and shut the door a little louder than it should be closed.
Zero was first to turn around. With a smile etched on his face, he saluted. So did the other Reploids. I turned to a rather cold demeanor before saluting back. Zero turned back to his Unit.
"Dismissed." All the Reploids left the room, all except Zero. I noticed a presence at the top of the training room, and saw a huge hornet hovering.
I turned to Zero. "Who's that?" I gestured to the huge Reploid, just...hanging there. Zero looked at it.
"Oh, him? He's my second in command." Zero mumbled. "Quite a determined warrior himself, he'd take my place while I'm out."
This struck a gong in me. Looking back at my brother now, I replied. "Hey, Zero, why don't you let him be the representative for the MHHQ in the assembly in Dopple Town?"
"I thought you were chosen to do that, Amber." Zero answered, confused. Then looking at my face, he realized it. "You...denied the offer?"
"I never like being back on the spotlight." I said. "I don't want to remember what happened to me in the past when I was."
"I'm sorry."
"Don't be. Are you the one going to talk to him, or would you rather let me do all the talking?"
"I can talk to him. You just go and we'll chat later." Zero answered back. "And also, X had been looming at the 17th Unit Training room. Why don't you go over and cheer him up?"
"Maybe I'd do that." I said. I didn't saw much of X since the incident. I guess he's still thinking it over. "I'll see you later, Z."
"You too." I went out of the room, and preceded towards the direction I've known towards the said Training room.
As I opened the door, I saw the last thing I wanted to see. X was sitting on one of the benches. His Unit was still training, but at a rather slow and dull pace. My pity turned into anger when I saw that scene. I closed the door with a loud bang, which quickly gave me the attention of all the Reploids inside the room. My fuel was just pure anger; looking at the once brave Reploids of the 17th Unit training like rookies.
"IS THAT WHAT YOU CALL TRAINING?!" I shouted, standing erect. "YOU TRAIN YOURSELVES LIKE YOU WERE SOME NEWBIES! EVEN IF YOUR COMMANDER IS OUT OF COMMISSION, THAT DOESN'T MEAN YOU HAVE A TIME-OUT! YOU REALIZE THAT AT THE SILENCE OF PEACE, THERE WILL BE ANOTHER WAR BREWING! ASIDE FROM OTHER UNITS, THE MHHQ NEEDS THE 17TH UNIT TO HOLD THE WHOLE HEADQUARTERS FIRMLY ON ITS GROUND." I looked at all their bewildered faces. "IF YOU REPLOIDS WON'T START TRAINING DECENTLY NOW, YOU WILL ALL ANSWER TO ME! CONTINUE TRAINING!"
My angered speech paid off, as all the Reploids trained like they were supposed to be when the commander is around. My anger somehow went down, and walked towards X.
"X, we need to talk." I said soothingly, as though I was extinguishing the last of my anguish. X looked up to me, and followed me as I went up the control tower. When we were inside it, he took a seat. "X, what do you want to express here? You have to tell me."
"Amber, I...I really don't want Middy to die like that." X replied. "Zero told me that it was for the good of others, but I really don't like the sound of it all."
"What Zero said is right." I answered back. "Middy died an honorable death. It wasn't your fault, it was simply... inevitable. I was more of broken down like you when he died, because it was the feeling of like another relative being pulled away from me. But...X, Middy wants us to move on. He wants you to be back to the same Mega Man X we all know and love. You have to face the facts and not to show inferiority among your troops."
"You...you're right." X decided. He stand up, with a smile on his face. "Thank you, Amber."
"It was your choice to move on, X, not mine." I replied, looking down at his Unit below.
"But you and Zero shoved me on the right path. What can I do without good friends such as the both of you?"
"Nobody knows." I said, grinning. In my opinion, if Zero were in my position, I don't know what he could've done to X's Unit. He HAD authority over them, since he WAS the former commander of the 17th Unit. That's my awesome ill-tempered brother. "Hey, X, you might want to know that Zero's second in command will be representing the Maverick Hunters."
"Lieutenant Hornet?" X asked, confused. "But I thought you were requested to be send there."
"I didn't accept it." I replied. "Damn if I know why, but, I never like those things. I have a bad feeling about that Dr. Doppler and his Neuro Computer."
"We will just have to wait and see what happens." He answered. "You can't go around saying those things, because Dr. Doppler had extended a huge help to Maverick Hunters."
"You're right. Shutting my mouth is the best way to go. I don't know what will happen to the world right now if I don't have the power to control my blabbing mouth." I walked for the elevator. "X, I don't want to see your troops like this again, you hear me? Or YOU will answer to ME!" I finished with a smirk pasted on my face. X nodded, smiling.
I was back at the 18th Unit Training room, watching my troops train themselves. I'd hate myself if I saw my men in bad shape. Punching some buttons, I operated the computer. Successfully linking it, I took the microphone.
"Attention, 18th Unit! This is Commander Trasè speaking. You will be placed under simulation number 24993 under ten minutes, then you will be all dismissed for the day. Spies, ready your weapons and gadgets!" I typed in a password and turned back to the Unit. "Simulation will start in three...two...one...start!" I pressed a button, and holographic images appeared inside the whole Training room. I looked at the scale of each and every one of my troops.
Simulation 24993 is one of the simulations that would enhance the sensing abilities of the troops. This would test their camaraderie and teamwork, as well as physical attacks. If there would be a Maverick attack, this simulation would best fit the situation.
Ten minutes is a long time. I sat down, thinking of the past battles. I reminded myself of the Zero's very first battle with Sigma. Then my battle with that bald freak, which turned out good, yet bad. I need a vacation. I need to check on Dr. Jeoffreye. And also on Pearl and Hazel. I missed their company since I left their care and guidance.
I check the time and realized it was a few seconds before end of simulation. I check the records and I found it excellent. I pressed the button to end the simulation, and went down to check on my troops. All of them had survived. A few had minor injuries, but still, they are okay.
"Good work!" I said, praising them. "You have train yourselves well. Listen. I am going away for a while. If you want to continue training, just approach Lieutenant Vein for simulations. If not, you are dismissed for the week."
Applause was all I needed to hear that they are happy. I approach Vien. "Tim, you are going to act as temporary commander while I'm out. I trust you to make these spies the best in MHHQ, as what the former commander did."
"You can count on me, ma'am!" he replied with a salute. I smiled, then went out to the lounge. I need to go at the Information Center to get some news from outside.
The Information Center is located at the MHHQ lounge, where it is easy to find. Inside it is Kerry Gredovia, Fara and Dennis' little sister. If there is anyone better than Dennis at gathering information, it'll be her. I approached her desk and sat on one of the chairs.
"Yes, Commander, what can I do for you?" she asked, black eyes glistening. Her shiny black hair was pulled in a bun.
"Ah, Kerry, any information regarding Dr. Jeoffreye?" I asked. Kerry nodded.
"We have, ma'am. He's still in his apartment with his wife and daughter. He had been working on some experiment together with his wife these last two months."
"Thank you, Kerry." I stand up. "And, oh, do you have a request for leave form?"
"Yes, ma'am, here." She handed me a sheet of paper. I scanned it, thanked Kerry and went back to the Training room. Taking a seat back at the control tower, I began filling up the form.
After a few minutes of writing and reviewing my work, I went to Dr. Cain to pass it. After doing so, I went to the recharging bay, and sat on the foot of one of the capsules. I sense Zero on the next capsule. Duh.
"Hey, Z, you awake?"
"Yup. Anything you want?"
"Actually, I need to tell you something."
I felt Zero stand up and walked until he was in front of me. "Let me guess...you are going to take a small vacation for a while, am I right?"
I knew I sensed something when I entered Cain's office! I nodded. Zero let out a sigh.
"It's your decision, Amber." He finished, before walking away. I stand up.
"Zero." I called, getting his attention. It did, for he stopped without turning around. "Keep an eye on my Unit, will you? Even if they are not training, I want them not to cause havoc while I'm away."
Zero just waved a hand. "Sure. Be sure that you come back in one piece."
"I will." He left the bay.
I took my light saber. It was a long time since I used it in combat. Dr. Wily gave it to me, sure, but I know that he wasn't the one who bought that thing. I remember it like it was yesterday...
FLASHBACK
ALERT: NORMAL POV
A black robot was walking around the Skull Castle. Being the strongest robot of the group, he was allowed to stray off even during the night.
"Well, I must say, Bass, you sure know how to make an entrance." A feminine voice said. Bass had opened one of the chamber doors, the door which happened to be the door of Leila's room. "What brings you?"
Bass looked at his sister. "Wily wants you in his goddamn laboratory, Leila. You might want to hurry up before he blows himself up."
Leila sighed, then jumped off her bed. "And what makes you think that?"
"Nothing."
The black-haired woman shook her head in pure disgust. "Okay. You go on ahead. I'll follow."
Leila walked casually towards Dr. Wily's laboratory. She stopped at the door and was about to open it when he heard Bass and Wily talking. Curiosity got the better of her so she pressed her ear to the door.
"Doc, please, give this to Amber." Bass said. "She'll need this if she ever will fight in the future."
"A light saber, eh? Very nice. Where did you get it?"
"I savaged it somewhere." Bass answered. "Don't worry. It ain't stolen property, so Amber won't have problems to deal with. I wanted to make sure she won't be defenseless by the time she wake up from hibernation."
"She'll appreciate it. Now, help me put the finishing touches on Zero."
"Yes, doc."
Leila smiled. Amber won't be alone, for both her brothers are with her. What a wonderful future it'll be.
END FLASHBACK
I smiled unknowingly. "Bass..."
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Author's notes:
Okay, I'm done with this chapter. I was supposed to continue this but it's Holy Week, and my family is busy going out. Well, if only I had a laptop...
Anyways, the next chapter, Amber will be back in the Jeoffreye household, and there she will be reunited with an old friend...a very old friend. Unless you've red my journals, you won't know who she is!
Reviews and flames!!!
Blast_Hornet
