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This second chapter relates what happens to Zack before and after 'Cold comfort', the episode when Zack goes to Seattle to help Brin. I won't be relating the whole episode since I take it you guys are all DA fans and have seen all episodes! Plus I'm interested in what happens to Zack outta the show.
Chapter II: Everyone's longing for someone...
Anderson's POV
"What are you telling me that ONE single girl got outta the club and kicked all of your three asses?" my boss, Mr. Vitali screams out.
Quite frankly I don't like him; it's not that he scares me or anything, of course not. Never been afraid of anything! But, let's just say that this guy makes me feel... uneasy. He's a fifty-year-old grumpy old Italian but he's at the head of one hell of an illegal traffic. He's in contact with what's left of the pre-pulse Italian Mafia. He's involved in so many things I probably don't even know half of it, neither do Peterson and Miller. They're my CO-workers, trembling right next to me, looking down.
"She was really strong" I say to at least try and keep my honor although I know it's useless.
"Shut up Anderson!" he yells at me, "One girl! One single girl!" Vitali repeats over and over again, shouting and circling us.
I can understand that he's surprised and really upset. Hey! I've never been beat up by a girl before! A real cute one by the way. Anyway, I didn't expect this to happen. I mean, I was only suppose to get the money this Ron Stevens owed my boss, I don't even know why! I expected this guy not to have the money though, so I thought I was going to have fun beating him up! In the end, I'm the one feeling like I've got the head the size of a watermelon!
I really feel humiliated at the moment, not only because I wish this whole thing with the girl would have stayed between me and Miller and Peterson but also because Vitali's screaming so loud the whole building's gonna know! I still don't know how it happened, I mean, I grabbed her arm, half a second later she had thrown me against Peterson and half a second after that, she was behind Miller telling him not to come back. I didn't even get the time to see anything: she was so quick.
Suddenly, I jolt out of my thoughts not because of a sudden noise but more precisely because I notice a lack of noise: Vitali's just stopped screaming. He's still circling around us but he's musing. He's mumbling something to himself but it sounds like:
"A girl... with the force of three men... hum, hum"
A grin appears on his face. What's wrong with him? There's nothing funny about it, plus he didn't get the money Stevens owed him. Vitali starts asking thousands of questions about the girl, her name, her height, her general look, the way she moves. Unfortunately, he gets upset, as we are unable to answer all of his questions.
"I want all three of you to go after her. Not directly, she's too strong for you if she really is what I think she is... I need to be sure though; I want you to test her, take pictures, and gather as much information as you can on her. I wanna know everything about her, EVERYTHING you hear me! And don't screw up this time!" he finishes yelling again.
Maybe if he'd actually told us exactly what he's expecting us to find out, it would be easier! But no use asking more questions to old Vitali for now, he's already mad enough. So all three of us shut up and leave his office, quite unhappy that we're going to have to follow a knockout that's knocked all three of us out without even breaking a sweat!
Zack's POV
Noah seems to be feeling better; she seems to have recovered part of her natural optimism. She's walking around the whole apartment, cleaning up, and wearing one of her baggy pants and another one of her sleeveless shirt. Her wet hair is loosely put up thanks to some orange clip; some curls have managed to escape from it. She always wears her hair like that when she's just washed them.
The apartment's big enough for two persons and I wonder when she's gonna start looking for another roommate. I know it's only been four weeks since Ginna's died, but I also know Noah can't afford the place alone. She's stopped dancing since the accident. I can understand that it's hard for her to go back to acting normal, to try and make sure people are having fun while she can't think of anything else than her deceased friend.
Noah can't help from feeling guilty too. She knew that if she had been there she would've been able to stop the bullet from hitting Ginna. That's why I've always told my siblings to stay outta ordinary people's lives. Some of them might be tempted by playing superman and forget to stay outta Manticore's radar screen. But, Noah's feeling bad enough without me pulling off the I-told-you-do-so speech, so I decide to keep my mouth shut.
I think she's in the room I've been sleeping the past few nights, Ginna's room. She's putting what's left of her friend's stuff into large boxes. Apparently, Ginna had trouble with her family and no one wants to get her belongings back. See, even normal families are messed up! I think Noah said something about keeping some things and giving the rest to those who really need it. Stupid really! I'd sell everything, I'm sure she could get a nice amount of money for the whole thing. Besides, keeping memories of Ginna won't help her. She never should've gotten attached in the first place!
As I sink further into the couch, I let my brain relax a little, completely unaware of what's going on around me. It doesn't happen to me very often. I have to be in company of people I trust and in a place I consider safe. I trust my little sister even though she never listens to me but I don't think the place is safe though. But, I really need a break so... I let go. Noah should move out and even change town. She's been here for too long, like Max's been in Seattle for too long.
I start thinking about Max and her dear rollerboy, Logan Cale. I can't help thinking this guy's nothing but some rich kid only concerned of impressing a beautiful teenage killing machine. He doesn't know Lydecker and Manticore yet. When he will, we'll wish we had never even laid eyes on Max.
I don't know what I really feel for Max. No doubt, I'm very attached to her but am I really jealous about her wonderboy? I don't know. When we were still in Manticore, I was the CO, Max was my SIC. We were one hell of a team on field but does it mean that we would be one hell of a team as more than brothers and sisters? The only thing I know for sure is that I want to see her again but when?
"Are you even listening to what I'm saying?" Noah's voice brings me back to reality as I was blankly looking at the turned off TV set in front of me.
"I've been talking to you for five minutes now!" Noah shouts her fists on her hips, "What were you doing Zack?"
"Thinking" I reply almost motionless.
Furious before that, she seems to calm down. Her frowned face turns into a sad face again.
"Max, right? You were thinking about Max" she almost whispers.
I nod and she sighs.
"What was it you were talking to me about?" I ask.
"Nothing important" she says almost running out of the living room.
I'm still sitting on the couch, zombie looking when I decide it's time for my everyday check of my vocal messaging service. One message. I can't help rolling my eyes as I say to myself 'Who's in trouble now?'
It's Brin. I've met her in LA two months ago. Everything was fine then. Obviously, it's not the case anymore. She's left me a message a few hours ago. Sounds like after Max, Lydecker went out after her. Now, that's what I was talking about taking habits and staying too long in the same place. I have to call her back.
"Brin? It's me. Where are you?" I ask quickly.
"Thank god it's you, Zack. I've stolen a car. I'm going north," she says sounding relieved when she has no reason to be: Lydecker's still after her.
North... Seattle... Max...
"Keep going Brin. Make sure you change your vehicle at least twice before you reach Seattle"
"Seattle? Why d'you want me to go all the way to Seattle?" Brin asks.
"Do not discuss my orders soldier! Go to Seattle! I'll meet you there...We'll see what we can do about you once we're there!" I bark out.
"Yes" Brin says before I hang up.
"Seattle? Why are you sending her there? It would've been easier if you had sent her somewhere south, it would've been closer for..." Noah says standing behind me.
"She was already heading north," I say coldly, packing a couple of my things in my backpack.
"Right..." Noah sighs, "And I suppose the fact that Max is in Seattle has nothing to do with it," she adds raising her tone.
I never told her Max was in Seattle, how did she guess? I never tell any of them where the others are. I glare at her, not answering her last question.
"Not as unpredictable as you think you are" she says, raising her brow "Zack? Let me come with you, I wanna help" she pleads.
"No!" I bark out, "It's too dangerous"
It's true, besides the fact that I want to see Max. Lydecker already knows Max's in Seattle; I don't want to blow up another one of my siblings' covers. I care too much about Noah for that.
"Yeah... but it's NOT too dangerous for Max!"
"It's different Noah. Max is my SIC. She knows how to handle herself"
Here we go again! Why am I always justifying my decisions with her? Why can't I just do like with Brin on the phone, order and expect her to obey and shut up?
"She WAS your SIC. Oh! And I can't handle myself" she drawls.
"I don't have time for this. I gotta jet, Noah!" I say standing right in front of her.
I look straight into her hazel green eyes. I can read so many things in them: worry, anger, and impatience.
"Keep low Noah" I softly say.
"As usual" she coldly says, her arms crossed and turning her eyes away from me.
I kiss her forehead and walk out of the apartment while she doesn't move at all.
Noah's POV
I hate him. I hate him so much right now for leaving me behind like this and going to face Lydecker with Brin and Max. So what if I wasn't his SIC, was I that bad a soldier? I don't think so... Maybe he doesn't trust me enough, after all, he never told me where were the others.
I knew he was thinking of her again. He always has that look on his face when he thinks of her. It's like he longs for her, like he's impressed by her, like no one can't even come close to her she's so... perfect. I love Maxie cause she's my big sister but I hate her because of what he feels for her!
What? What am I saying? Calm down Noah, you're just a little upset and tired because so many things have happened lately: Ginna, Zack, Ron and your job which you've lost by the way... Zack's your big brother; he cares about you... Yeah, but not like he cares for Max. I know he only sees me like an annoying little brat, but I'm not a kid anymore, I can take care of myself and I'll prove him I can... I don't know how yet, but I'll prove him!
It's strange; I'd like to know how the others feel around him. He makes me feel safe and comfortable, that's why I long for him, not like a sister longs for a brother, but like a woman longs for a man. What are you saying now Noah? Zack's your big brother, nothing more.
I've tried to convince myself so many times, fraternal love was all I felt for him but I know now, for sure that it's a whole lot more than that. When, he told me he had found Max, I... got jealous. Now, that's not a normal reaction, is it? For Brin, Tinga, Zane, Krit, Syl, I was so happy; I begged him to tell me what they looked like, how were their friends, what was their work, where they lived... He never answered that though.
I've tried to deny what I felt for him, just like he's trying to deny what he's feeling for Max... But you can't always lie, even though it's what we were taught to do.
He didn't even hear me when I asked him if he wanted to come to the graveyard with me to see Ginna or what was left of her... Zack's always aware of what's going on around him, except when he's thinking about Max of course. I wish the very thought of me would also turn him upside down. I wish he would think of me the way he thinks of her, look at me the way he looks at her, come to me for comfort like I do for him... Stop torturing yourself Noah!
You've got to find a new job; money's starting to become an issue. Ginna's death and everything that comes along with it has eaten my last savings... I think it's time to go borrow a couple of precious objects at the museum or to our dear mayor. I heard he's got a nice collection of pre- pulse wines, DVDs, cars and CDs.
Then, I'll stop at the Feria, I heard they need a new waitress there... No way, I can dance again without Ginna. The very thought of it brings me chills down my back. You gotta get outta here and stop thinking about Zack or Ginna!
I change, take off my baggy and put on a black outfit and my leather jacket. It's cat's night tonight. I take the keys to my bike, slam the door and rush down the stairs.
Zack's POV
A couple of days later...
Brin... I can't believe we had to leave you, give you back. I promised myself this would never happen and when the time came, there was just nothing I could do about it. You made your choice Brin. We won't let you down; we'll come and get you... We WILL.
I can't help the tears running down my cheeks. The way from Seattle to Phoenix on my bike had dried them away. But it seemed they were coming back as I was climbing up the stairs that led to Noah's apartment. It was early morning, so I expect her to be home. I don't even knock; I have Ginna's extra key...
I rush in, go in the living room, in the kitchen, then in the bathroom... She's in none of those rooms. My foot sounds are heavy and noisy, as I'm not trying to be discreet. I can't focus enough for that. If she's in the apartment, she must've heard me.
I head for her bedroom but the door opens up before I can reach for the handle. She's standing in the doorway, wearing one of her boxers and a simple shirt. Her curls are all messed up, obviously she was sleeping... yet, she looks beautiful.
She stares at me surprised and when she notices my tears, her lower lip starts trembling. She's looking at me, trying to read through my blue eyes but she seems scared to even try.
I just collapse in her arms and start crying like a baby, letting go of all the frustration I've tried to hold back. Once again, the whole situation's turned around: I'm crying in her arms as she whispers words of comfort in my ear, telling me it's not my fault and not to feel guilty. I can feel her tears getting lost in my hair or mixing with mine on my face.
My brothers and sisters are not the only ones that need comfort and someone to be there for them. I'm more vulnerable than I am willing to say I am. I feel like I've failed my mission, I feel pitiful and thank god, she's there for me.
Notes: I know there wasn't much action in this second chapter but don't worry... You guys guessed I was on with something about that Vitali Mafia guy. Well, all I can say is that Manticore's gonna put it's big nose in all this and well... action's coming up! I just thought it was important for you to know how Noah was feeling about Zack and how Zack felt about Max. Next chapter corresponds to what happens to Zack right before being brought back to Manticore in December 2019 ('Blah Blah Woof Woof'). So stay with me and please keep on reviewing whether you liked my story or not! Love ya. BO
This second chapter relates what happens to Zack before and after 'Cold comfort', the episode when Zack goes to Seattle to help Brin. I won't be relating the whole episode since I take it you guys are all DA fans and have seen all episodes! Plus I'm interested in what happens to Zack outta the show.
Chapter II: Everyone's longing for someone...
Anderson's POV
"What are you telling me that ONE single girl got outta the club and kicked all of your three asses?" my boss, Mr. Vitali screams out.
Quite frankly I don't like him; it's not that he scares me or anything, of course not. Never been afraid of anything! But, let's just say that this guy makes me feel... uneasy. He's a fifty-year-old grumpy old Italian but he's at the head of one hell of an illegal traffic. He's in contact with what's left of the pre-pulse Italian Mafia. He's involved in so many things I probably don't even know half of it, neither do Peterson and Miller. They're my CO-workers, trembling right next to me, looking down.
"She was really strong" I say to at least try and keep my honor although I know it's useless.
"Shut up Anderson!" he yells at me, "One girl! One single girl!" Vitali repeats over and over again, shouting and circling us.
I can understand that he's surprised and really upset. Hey! I've never been beat up by a girl before! A real cute one by the way. Anyway, I didn't expect this to happen. I mean, I was only suppose to get the money this Ron Stevens owed my boss, I don't even know why! I expected this guy not to have the money though, so I thought I was going to have fun beating him up! In the end, I'm the one feeling like I've got the head the size of a watermelon!
I really feel humiliated at the moment, not only because I wish this whole thing with the girl would have stayed between me and Miller and Peterson but also because Vitali's screaming so loud the whole building's gonna know! I still don't know how it happened, I mean, I grabbed her arm, half a second later she had thrown me against Peterson and half a second after that, she was behind Miller telling him not to come back. I didn't even get the time to see anything: she was so quick.
Suddenly, I jolt out of my thoughts not because of a sudden noise but more precisely because I notice a lack of noise: Vitali's just stopped screaming. He's still circling around us but he's musing. He's mumbling something to himself but it sounds like:
"A girl... with the force of three men... hum, hum"
A grin appears on his face. What's wrong with him? There's nothing funny about it, plus he didn't get the money Stevens owed him. Vitali starts asking thousands of questions about the girl, her name, her height, her general look, the way she moves. Unfortunately, he gets upset, as we are unable to answer all of his questions.
"I want all three of you to go after her. Not directly, she's too strong for you if she really is what I think she is... I need to be sure though; I want you to test her, take pictures, and gather as much information as you can on her. I wanna know everything about her, EVERYTHING you hear me! And don't screw up this time!" he finishes yelling again.
Maybe if he'd actually told us exactly what he's expecting us to find out, it would be easier! But no use asking more questions to old Vitali for now, he's already mad enough. So all three of us shut up and leave his office, quite unhappy that we're going to have to follow a knockout that's knocked all three of us out without even breaking a sweat!
Zack's POV
Noah seems to be feeling better; she seems to have recovered part of her natural optimism. She's walking around the whole apartment, cleaning up, and wearing one of her baggy pants and another one of her sleeveless shirt. Her wet hair is loosely put up thanks to some orange clip; some curls have managed to escape from it. She always wears her hair like that when she's just washed them.
The apartment's big enough for two persons and I wonder when she's gonna start looking for another roommate. I know it's only been four weeks since Ginna's died, but I also know Noah can't afford the place alone. She's stopped dancing since the accident. I can understand that it's hard for her to go back to acting normal, to try and make sure people are having fun while she can't think of anything else than her deceased friend.
Noah can't help from feeling guilty too. She knew that if she had been there she would've been able to stop the bullet from hitting Ginna. That's why I've always told my siblings to stay outta ordinary people's lives. Some of them might be tempted by playing superman and forget to stay outta Manticore's radar screen. But, Noah's feeling bad enough without me pulling off the I-told-you-do-so speech, so I decide to keep my mouth shut.
I think she's in the room I've been sleeping the past few nights, Ginna's room. She's putting what's left of her friend's stuff into large boxes. Apparently, Ginna had trouble with her family and no one wants to get her belongings back. See, even normal families are messed up! I think Noah said something about keeping some things and giving the rest to those who really need it. Stupid really! I'd sell everything, I'm sure she could get a nice amount of money for the whole thing. Besides, keeping memories of Ginna won't help her. She never should've gotten attached in the first place!
As I sink further into the couch, I let my brain relax a little, completely unaware of what's going on around me. It doesn't happen to me very often. I have to be in company of people I trust and in a place I consider safe. I trust my little sister even though she never listens to me but I don't think the place is safe though. But, I really need a break so... I let go. Noah should move out and even change town. She's been here for too long, like Max's been in Seattle for too long.
I start thinking about Max and her dear rollerboy, Logan Cale. I can't help thinking this guy's nothing but some rich kid only concerned of impressing a beautiful teenage killing machine. He doesn't know Lydecker and Manticore yet. When he will, we'll wish we had never even laid eyes on Max.
I don't know what I really feel for Max. No doubt, I'm very attached to her but am I really jealous about her wonderboy? I don't know. When we were still in Manticore, I was the CO, Max was my SIC. We were one hell of a team on field but does it mean that we would be one hell of a team as more than brothers and sisters? The only thing I know for sure is that I want to see her again but when?
"Are you even listening to what I'm saying?" Noah's voice brings me back to reality as I was blankly looking at the turned off TV set in front of me.
"I've been talking to you for five minutes now!" Noah shouts her fists on her hips, "What were you doing Zack?"
"Thinking" I reply almost motionless.
Furious before that, she seems to calm down. Her frowned face turns into a sad face again.
"Max, right? You were thinking about Max" she almost whispers.
I nod and she sighs.
"What was it you were talking to me about?" I ask.
"Nothing important" she says almost running out of the living room.
I'm still sitting on the couch, zombie looking when I decide it's time for my everyday check of my vocal messaging service. One message. I can't help rolling my eyes as I say to myself 'Who's in trouble now?'
It's Brin. I've met her in LA two months ago. Everything was fine then. Obviously, it's not the case anymore. She's left me a message a few hours ago. Sounds like after Max, Lydecker went out after her. Now, that's what I was talking about taking habits and staying too long in the same place. I have to call her back.
"Brin? It's me. Where are you?" I ask quickly.
"Thank god it's you, Zack. I've stolen a car. I'm going north," she says sounding relieved when she has no reason to be: Lydecker's still after her.
North... Seattle... Max...
"Keep going Brin. Make sure you change your vehicle at least twice before you reach Seattle"
"Seattle? Why d'you want me to go all the way to Seattle?" Brin asks.
"Do not discuss my orders soldier! Go to Seattle! I'll meet you there...We'll see what we can do about you once we're there!" I bark out.
"Yes" Brin says before I hang up.
"Seattle? Why are you sending her there? It would've been easier if you had sent her somewhere south, it would've been closer for..." Noah says standing behind me.
"She was already heading north," I say coldly, packing a couple of my things in my backpack.
"Right..." Noah sighs, "And I suppose the fact that Max is in Seattle has nothing to do with it," she adds raising her tone.
I never told her Max was in Seattle, how did she guess? I never tell any of them where the others are. I glare at her, not answering her last question.
"Not as unpredictable as you think you are" she says, raising her brow "Zack? Let me come with you, I wanna help" she pleads.
"No!" I bark out, "It's too dangerous"
It's true, besides the fact that I want to see Max. Lydecker already knows Max's in Seattle; I don't want to blow up another one of my siblings' covers. I care too much about Noah for that.
"Yeah... but it's NOT too dangerous for Max!"
"It's different Noah. Max is my SIC. She knows how to handle herself"
Here we go again! Why am I always justifying my decisions with her? Why can't I just do like with Brin on the phone, order and expect her to obey and shut up?
"She WAS your SIC. Oh! And I can't handle myself" she drawls.
"I don't have time for this. I gotta jet, Noah!" I say standing right in front of her.
I look straight into her hazel green eyes. I can read so many things in them: worry, anger, and impatience.
"Keep low Noah" I softly say.
"As usual" she coldly says, her arms crossed and turning her eyes away from me.
I kiss her forehead and walk out of the apartment while she doesn't move at all.
Noah's POV
I hate him. I hate him so much right now for leaving me behind like this and going to face Lydecker with Brin and Max. So what if I wasn't his SIC, was I that bad a soldier? I don't think so... Maybe he doesn't trust me enough, after all, he never told me where were the others.
I knew he was thinking of her again. He always has that look on his face when he thinks of her. It's like he longs for her, like he's impressed by her, like no one can't even come close to her she's so... perfect. I love Maxie cause she's my big sister but I hate her because of what he feels for her!
What? What am I saying? Calm down Noah, you're just a little upset and tired because so many things have happened lately: Ginna, Zack, Ron and your job which you've lost by the way... Zack's your big brother; he cares about you... Yeah, but not like he cares for Max. I know he only sees me like an annoying little brat, but I'm not a kid anymore, I can take care of myself and I'll prove him I can... I don't know how yet, but I'll prove him!
It's strange; I'd like to know how the others feel around him. He makes me feel safe and comfortable, that's why I long for him, not like a sister longs for a brother, but like a woman longs for a man. What are you saying now Noah? Zack's your big brother, nothing more.
I've tried to convince myself so many times, fraternal love was all I felt for him but I know now, for sure that it's a whole lot more than that. When, he told me he had found Max, I... got jealous. Now, that's not a normal reaction, is it? For Brin, Tinga, Zane, Krit, Syl, I was so happy; I begged him to tell me what they looked like, how were their friends, what was their work, where they lived... He never answered that though.
I've tried to deny what I felt for him, just like he's trying to deny what he's feeling for Max... But you can't always lie, even though it's what we were taught to do.
He didn't even hear me when I asked him if he wanted to come to the graveyard with me to see Ginna or what was left of her... Zack's always aware of what's going on around him, except when he's thinking about Max of course. I wish the very thought of me would also turn him upside down. I wish he would think of me the way he thinks of her, look at me the way he looks at her, come to me for comfort like I do for him... Stop torturing yourself Noah!
You've got to find a new job; money's starting to become an issue. Ginna's death and everything that comes along with it has eaten my last savings... I think it's time to go borrow a couple of precious objects at the museum or to our dear mayor. I heard he's got a nice collection of pre- pulse wines, DVDs, cars and CDs.
Then, I'll stop at the Feria, I heard they need a new waitress there... No way, I can dance again without Ginna. The very thought of it brings me chills down my back. You gotta get outta here and stop thinking about Zack or Ginna!
I change, take off my baggy and put on a black outfit and my leather jacket. It's cat's night tonight. I take the keys to my bike, slam the door and rush down the stairs.
Zack's POV
A couple of days later...
Brin... I can't believe we had to leave you, give you back. I promised myself this would never happen and when the time came, there was just nothing I could do about it. You made your choice Brin. We won't let you down; we'll come and get you... We WILL.
I can't help the tears running down my cheeks. The way from Seattle to Phoenix on my bike had dried them away. But it seemed they were coming back as I was climbing up the stairs that led to Noah's apartment. It was early morning, so I expect her to be home. I don't even knock; I have Ginna's extra key...
I rush in, go in the living room, in the kitchen, then in the bathroom... She's in none of those rooms. My foot sounds are heavy and noisy, as I'm not trying to be discreet. I can't focus enough for that. If she's in the apartment, she must've heard me.
I head for her bedroom but the door opens up before I can reach for the handle. She's standing in the doorway, wearing one of her boxers and a simple shirt. Her curls are all messed up, obviously she was sleeping... yet, she looks beautiful.
She stares at me surprised and when she notices my tears, her lower lip starts trembling. She's looking at me, trying to read through my blue eyes but she seems scared to even try.
I just collapse in her arms and start crying like a baby, letting go of all the frustration I've tried to hold back. Once again, the whole situation's turned around: I'm crying in her arms as she whispers words of comfort in my ear, telling me it's not my fault and not to feel guilty. I can feel her tears getting lost in my hair or mixing with mine on my face.
My brothers and sisters are not the only ones that need comfort and someone to be there for them. I'm more vulnerable than I am willing to say I am. I feel like I've failed my mission, I feel pitiful and thank god, she's there for me.
Notes: I know there wasn't much action in this second chapter but don't worry... You guys guessed I was on with something about that Vitali Mafia guy. Well, all I can say is that Manticore's gonna put it's big nose in all this and well... action's coming up! I just thought it was important for you to know how Noah was feeling about Zack and how Zack felt about Max. Next chapter corresponds to what happens to Zack right before being brought back to Manticore in December 2019 ('Blah Blah Woof Woof'). So stay with me and please keep on reviewing whether you liked my story or not! Love ya. BO