Disclaimer: Don't own FF, but I own all others.
EVERYONE: I know this story is long but it will end soon, but not too soon.
*Illasu*
She had been sleeping for awhile and could hear commotion still outside the halls. She knew it wasn't night yet then. She got up and slowly walked into Selphie's room. The brown haired girl was sleeping literally like a rock. All in a ball and not covered up, you could have probably heard her next door. Illasu then remembered she had been outside talking to Rin and drifted off to sleep. She figured Rin had brought her in and she appeared to be right. There was a note on the door saying good morning in black pen and sloppily taped up. Illasu shook her head and laughed. She took the note and put it in her bag. Checking the time, she found it was 8:45. She got dressed in her silky leopard PJ's in case she fell asleep again. She also let her hair down. Ponytails were uncomfy to sleep with any way. She brushed out the rats a little and left out the door. She proceeded to the cafeteria and found it was still open. She quickly grabbed a slice of leftover pizza and, picking off the pepperoni, began eating it. She walked around while eating trying to remember where everything was. She waved to Seifer and decided to go to the Library. It was empty because everyone was supposed to be asleep. Well, at least she thought she was the only one up. Rin was sitting at a table with his head in A Midsummer Night's Dream. She was surprised anyone read those except for her. She walked over and sat down next to him reading over his shoulder. He didn't stop reading. He was in the best part, where the play was going on at the estate. She couldn't blame him. He turned the page and she jabbed him in the side with her finger.
Illasu: I wasn't done.
Rin: Oh, here.
He turned back and watched her intent and sleepy face read the rest of the page. Then she nodded and he turned the page. He also put an arm around her shoulders and she leaned into him. The book was almost done and she was awake now from the pizza. By the end of the book, she was more than awake. She was sure she had missed a pepperoni and now it was coming back to haunt her. Her stomach did a flip. She could feel it. Getting up, she almost vomited. Rin was up and ready to help her back to Selphie's room.
Rin: What did you eat silly?
Illasu: I think I missed a pepperoni. They make me sick.
Rin: Do want some water?
Illasu: I need to throw up. I can feel it.
Rin: Hold on. Do not throw up just yet. Up you go.
Rin picked her up and she scrunched up trying to hold it in. He was still in the same outfit. Insomnia suks, Illasu thought. Well, maybe it's not all bad, she rethought. Rin made it to Selphie's room but it was locked and he was sure Selphie was sleeping. He saw the bathrooms down the hall. He took her there and let her go in.
Rin: (through the door of the girls' bathroom) Are you ok?
Illasu: Hold on a minute.
He stood outside and calmly waited. When Illasu came to door, she stuck her head out.
Illasu: Go bang on Selphie's door please.
Rin: All right, I will be right back.
He put his hand under her chin reassuringly and walked off. Illasu went back to getting rid of the icky feeling in her stomach. Selphie later erupted through the door with a set of her PJ's and a toothbrush. She was screaming and rushed to Illasu.
Selphie: Rin told me what happened. He's lucky he said your name before anything else. I had a controller I was gonna hit him with. He sounded really worried so I rushed over here as soon as I could.
Illasu: Thanks. I think I'm done now.
Selphie helped her change out of the barely throw-upy shirt and pants. Unfortunately, Illasu had to take a shower because her hair was to long and it had hung down in the toilet. She had tried her best to hold it up but she needed a friend to. She didn't want to ask Rin to come in and make him feel weird. Somehow she knew it wouldn't make him feel weird though. When she was all set and perky again, they threw the dirty clothes into a bag Selphie had had ready and walked out, Illasu trailing.
Rin: You ok now?
Illasu: Yeah, thanks again.
Rin: What are friends for?
Selphie: Well love birds, I am going back to sleep.
Illasu: Selphie!
Selphie: Goodnight!
Selphie walked back to her room and shut the door. Illasu and Rin stood there, embarrassed at what Selphie had said. Rin was looking at the ground and Illasu was just glancing around. She started to walk off and in mid-step, looked back at Rin. He looked up and she flipped her head towards the Library. They walked in silence. Rin eventually put his arm around her shoulders and they both started laughing. One of the Garden committee staff shushed them, which made them laugh even more. Rin kept shushing her, and when she tried she burst out in little hiccupy noises. They had to sprint to the Library to keep quiet enough. When they got there, Illasu laughed out loud. They had gone all the way to the back and let out their laughter. Illasu slid down to the ground holding her sides. When she and Rin were laughing just every once in awhile, they both sighed at the same time and they started up again.
Rin: That was fun! Did you see the way he looked at us? I think he would have killed us if we had not tried to be quiet.
Illasu: You're funny!!(laughs again) You going...down...the hall...going 'shush, shush, shush!' ...HAHAHA!!
Rin: Oh, yeah? You were the one who looked funny. You were laughing so hard you were crying! See!!
Indeed she was and when she was down to a little snicker, she pulled a book out from above her.
Rin: I thought you would go to bed after that. Can you not sleep at night?
Illasu: I seriously think I have insomnia. What about you? You don't seem too sleepy either.
Rin: Maybe I have it too. I do not know.
Illasu: You're funny Rin, you always make me laugh.
Rin: What do you mean always?
Illasu: Whenever you would come with your sister to the restaurant or my house, you always made me laugh at something. I just never told you.
Rin: Oh, okay.
They were wide-awake now and it was already 11:15 at night. Illasu pulled out another 'mystery' book and it was a MARS manga. Rin read it with her, once he got the hang of it. Illasu remembered that Mizuiro didn't come find her, maybe she would tomorrow. She was so relaxed right now she wasn't worried. She would go there even if they wouldn't pay her. Rin laid his head on hers and she was jokingly offended. She moved her head out from under his and looked at him. She was frowning then she giggled. Rin smiled big and gave her a noogie. She laughed and attempted to jab him in the side. She never made it however. He was wiry and moved out of the way. She gave up and let him put his head on hers, after careful negotiations. When they finished MARS, they got up and walked around. They wondered around to a balcony and watched the stars for awhile. Illasu had some major thoughts go through her head and she kind of scared herself.
*Earlier that day at 3 pmish - The boys*
In front of them was a tall lady. She looked like Quistis only she was snootier. She also had blue hair at which Squall cocked an eyebrow. The lady turned around and began speaking.
Lady: My name is Ms. Webster. I was hired by Mr. Lorie to watch over you.
Squall: Hold up! My dad hired you to watch us?
Ms. Webster: Do not speak until you are recognized. Now sit down.
Squall did no such thing. He turned towards the door and threw the doors open. Kiros was standing there by the door.
Squall: Where is my father?
Kiros: I am sorry Squall. Mr. Lorie is out riding in the park. He won't be back till late.
Squall: Well, then why didn't you tell me? I would have gone out and found him.
Kiros: Exactly. That is why she is here. These were Mr. Lorie's orders.
Squall: Irvine, Zell! Get up. We're going to the park.
Zell: Really? Wow! I didn't know you liked to go to the park!
Squall: Zell stay here. Irvine c'mon.
Ms. Webster: Oh, no you don't!!
The lady ran up to the doors and shut them, dragging Squall inside. She sat down right in front of the doors and wouldn't move. Squall was furious. He was 17 and he not about to be treated like a child. He moved the chair with Ms. Webster in it and opened the doors again. Irvine got up and started to follow. Squall bolted for the front door. He burst out the large oak doors and went around to the stables. He looked around for a saddled horse. There was someone riding one in a pen so he jumped on the fence, scrambled up, and picks the rider off the horse. He set him down on the fence and ran to hop on the horse. It was a big black horse. Squall got in the saddle in no time and was off, running around the round pen. He tried to open the gate every time he went past it and finally he had to stop and open it. The horse ran out, glad to be free. Squall turned it towards the park and Kiros burst out the double doors. Squall kicked the horse and it bolted down the street towards the big carriage park. Kiros ran after him but stopped at the beginning of the driveway. He gave up and went back inside. Ms. Webster had freaked. Zell was trying to tell her Squall was a rebel and that he did this all the time.
Ms. Webster: (crying) I was...just doing... what I was paid to do!!
Zell: We know and you're doing a good job.
Ms. Webster: Oh! Go take a nap!
Zell: Yes ma'am!
Zell walked over to the couch and sat next to Irvine. All they could do now was wait. Squall was gone.
*Squall in Pursuit*
Squall was now in the park and looking for any suspicious carriages. He saw the mayor, the bookstore owner, and the bar manager. It wasn't much of a town but it was a great place. Squall enjoyed being outside. The park was great, the paths were lined with giant trees to shade them and it was quiet. Squall went down his favorite trail and found a carriage ambling along.
Squall: Oh, please let it be him.
He went up to the carriage on his horse and saw Ellone and Laguna laughing and chatting.
Squall: HI DAD!
Laguna and Ellone: Squall!?
Squall: What's the big idea?
Laguna: What do you mean?
Squall: THE BABYSITTER! I'M 17!!
Laguna: Son, I have discovered the secret of parenting!
Squall looked at him, mouth agape and about ready to snap.
Laguna: All you have to do is relax, take a deep breath and sing!
He began singing a rendition of If Your Happy and You Know It. Ellone was laughing and Squall looked at her. She went quiet. Laguna was still singing. He began to steam. Laguna saw his son was upset.
Laguna: Squally, is there something you need to get out?
Squall: No, thank you.
Laguna: Oh c'mon! You can talk to me, I am all ears.
Laguna handed him a latex ear. He laughed and toppled over in the carriage.
Squall: DAD! FOR ONCE IN YOUR LIFE, BE SERIOUS!
Laguna: (imitating a deep voice) Okay son. I'll be serious.
Squall looked at him suspiciously. He saw the straight line on his face quiver with laughter and Squall let out a sigh. Laguna burst out laughing again.
Squall: I seriously don't know how I am your son. You disgrace me.
Laguna stopped laughing. He looked at his son.
Laguna: There was no need for that.
Squall: Why did you even call me up here? So I could be watched by a babysitter while you go out and I never even see you?
Laguna: I called you up here because, like it or not Mr. High and Mighty, you ARE my son.
Squall: Hmph, then start acting like a father.
Laguna: Are you a father yet Squall? Let's hope not. Until that time, don't ever tell me how to act. I may not be the best father but I try.
Ellone: I should go.
Laguna: No, you can stay. Squall, get in here and tie that horse to the cart.
Squall: You were serious.
Laguna: I can be, but it's not fun. Oh, why can't you ever smile? You have your mother's beautiful smile.
Squall looked down at the ground and felt bad for what he had said. He apologized then got in.
Laguna: Good, now we were just talking about you. We were wondering where you were. What took so long?
Squall: Dad, did you know there were rogue GF's?
Laguna: I have never heard of such a thing.
Ellone: I saw a Siren in the ocean and no one had seemed to have captured her. I guess she would qualify.
Squall: They attack people and raid stores.
Laguna: Well, there doesn't seem that many to worry about.
Squall: They talk too. They can't regain health. That's why they raid people. You have to do something about it.
Laguna: Well, I wouldn't know where to start. Any ideas?
Squall: Uh, I guess go out and look for them.
Laguna: There are other matters that I can attend to before I found one then. If I see one, I'll capture it. I will take care of the situation.
Squall: Dad, you are in trouble aren't you?
Laguna: No, what makes you think that?
Squall: You seem to have a lot of work piled on you.
Laguna: That's what happens when you're the President.
Squall: I know. I just wish that you'd call on me more to help out. I feel like I am not doing anything.
Laguna: You are. You're being a 17-year-old! And, as if that wasn't enough, you're the See D commander. I don't see how you do it all. You are more responsible than I probably will ever be. Let's head home Jeffery!
They turned around and headed down the way they had come. Laguna said he would sort things out with the babysitter. Squall laughed about that. When they got back and walked into the room, it was a ghastly sight. Ms. Webster and Zell were playing Twister and Irvine was spinning the dial.
Irvine: Right hand blue!
Zell attempted to reach for blue. He was in the splits and had his left on blue already. Ms. Webster had a leg under his hand on blue, a hand up from her other foot and the other hand was behind her to steady her.
Ms. Webster: You can't win!
Zell: I will! I must! For Squall!
Squall: THANKS!
Zell lost his balance and fell flat on his face at the startling shout. Ms. Webster was quivering but she was still up. Irvine declared her the winner and turned around on the couch to greet the President.
Irvine: Good evening sir!
Laguna: Hello, Irvine. What happened to you?
Irvine: Long story.
Laguna: Ah ha, hello Zell. Congratulations Ms. Webster.
Ms. Webster: Sir! I didn't expect you back this early. I am sorry Squall got away.
Laguna: I knew he would. After all, he is my son. You may resume your normal duties.
Ms. Webster: Thank you sir.
Zell: Hello Mr. President sir! (stands up straight and salutes him)
Laguna: At ease, see why can't you be like him?
Squall: Uh, what do you mean? You want me to be a crazed maniac?
Zell: HEY!
Squall: Sit down before I get the duct tape!
Ellone: Duct tape, Squall?
Irvine: Well, hello miss. I don't believe we've met.
Ellone: Hello, I...
Squall: (mutters to Ellone) Don't tell him your name, whatever you do don't tell him your name...
Ellone: Hello.
Irvine: I am Irvine Kinneas. You are?
Ellone: Uh, umm...
Irvine: Uhumm, different name.
Squall: Idiot, her name's Jane!
Irvine: Oh, I see.
Laguna: No, it's Ellone.
Ellone and Squall: DAD!
Laguna: What!?
Irvine: Ah, so you lied to me, oh well. Nice to meet you.
Irvine surprisingly sat back down.
Squall: How nice of you to resist.
Irvine: I don't like liars that well.
Squall: Huh, yeah right. Anyway dad, what do you need us to do?
Laguna: Nothing, go about as you please. Go exploring for all I care. Like you said, you're 17.
Squall and Ellone walked into the dining room followed by the still hobbling Irvine and ever excited Zell.
*Kuro that night*
Since losing her boyfriend, Kuro had become reclusive. She was now able to focus on their mission. Shiro and Yugo were gone so she had out their research and was concocting a plan. They could try to assassinate the target from the roof the night of the Festival. Yes, that would work. Shiro could be ground operations and mark the target on the ground. She could then follow the target all night until the fireworks started. Then as everyone was looking up and watching the spectacular event, they could carry out their orders. Kuro thought she was more at ease when she was concocting. It made her get in touch with her evil side. She decided to go train in the T. C. She went and got her rifle and headed for the T. C.
*Rinoa and Quistis*
It was midnight and they were ready to do some investigating. They watched Kuro leave her room and not lock the door. They watched her turn at the end of the hallway and then they ran across and went in. They locked the door and started operation Save Irvine. They each pilfered through drawers looking for a conformation of orders. Quistis was the first to find them. They had been burned halfway and they couldn't read the writing. Rinoa got on the computer and tried to access the files. They needed Selphie for that they found out. So they tried to find something else. They found more pictures and different papers. Rinoa noticed a box shoved under a bed but not covered totally. She went to it and read the shipping information. It read:
Sniping, Inc.
2674 Mulbrooke Ln.
XXXXXX, XX XXXXX
There was no zip code or town. She found another box but it was full of Cookies and Cream Hershey Bars. Rinoa was most interested in the box. It was unopened. Therefore, they would know if it was opened or not. So she shoved it back into place and looked in the back room where the funny closet door was. The table seemed ok. She put her hands on it and it was cold.
Rinoa: Interesting...what's this?
She was feeling around on bottom and found a button. She yelled for Quistis. When she came in, Rinoa pushed it. A big screen came up out of the table and a GPS. Guns were rolled out in layers and there were boxes and boxes of bullets in the table along with a giant keyboard.
Rinoa: Okay, like Batman...only for evil!
Quistis: Wait, I know how to work these things.
Computer: Awaiting orders...Awaiting orders...
Quistis: Locate target.
Computer: Mission number...Mission number...
Quistis: What's the sheet say?
Rinoa: It doesn't say!
Quistis: Uh...
Computer: Invalid number...Awaiting orders...
Quistis: Show all mission numbers to current.
Computer: Processing...Processing...
A list came up with the twins' current mission. It was number 230.
Computer: Awaiting orders...
Quistis: Locate target.
Computer: Mission number... Mission number...
Quistis: 230.
Computer: Password...Password...
Quistis: Great! Just fine and Jim-dandy!
Rinoa: Shh!
Computer: Invalid password...Hint: None available...Awaiting orders...
Quistis: Locate target...
Computer: Mission number...
Quistis: 230.
Computer: Password...
Rinoa: (reading the paper and mutters a guess) 'jesters'.
Computer: .....Valid...Processing data...Accessed...
Quistis and Rinoa looked up to their horror. They were wrong, terribly wrong. The door handle jiggled and they heard Kuro outside bang on the door.
Kuro: Shiro! Let me in!
Rinoa and Quistis freaked out and managed to shut down the computer and put it in the table. They couldn't get the closet door open.
Kuro: SHIRO!! I'll break it down!! SHIRO!
They tried to get it opened and they prayed and prayed. But it wouldn't give. They searched for another way out. The window was solid glass. There was no escape except the door. They looked at each other, terrified.
Kuro: That's it!
They heard the door's lock break open. She was melting the lock. It flung open. They heard it in the back room. Kuro stood there in the doorway and looked around. No one was in the front room. She shut the door and put a chair against it. Shiro wasn't here, and the door was locked. She held her gun ready to fire and walked around silently looking for the cause of the lock. She turned and saw Rinoa and Quistis standing there, Rinoa had the paper in her hand. Kuro looked at them both for a second, then cocked her gun.
Kuro: Give me that paper, witch.
Rinoa didn't move. She was too scared she had even forgot her voice.
Kuro: I said give me the paper.
Rinoa slowly walked up to her and held out the charred paper to her. Kuro took it, looked it over and looked at Quistis.
Kuro: I suppose you gals know everything, huh?
Quistis nodded slowly. Kuro told Rinoa to step back and told them to turn around. Rinoa was so scared. Kuro went to the table and pressed the button. She hit the girls with the stock of the gun and they both fell down, knocked out. Kuro replaced the rifle and made a note to put on their doors. She bound their hands and feet and duct taped their mouths. Dragging them one by one, she opened the tunnel passageway and placed them in separate cells. Kuro locked both doors and hooked up the cameras. She walked back and shut the closet. She printed the notes and taped them up on their doors outside. She fixed the lock and cleaned up the computer. She had to tell Shiro. She left to inform her sister.
*Shiro and Yugo*
The two were outside on the lawn, just talking when Kuro stormed up. Looking like a monster at this time in the morning, 2 am to be exact, Shiro screamed. Kuro grabbed her arm and said they had to talk. She told Shiro the plan and that they would keep the hostages in the tunnel until the festival. Then they would probably kill them, leave the gun with them and flee in the night. Shiro didn't like that they had to go through such trouble but it had to be done. They would tell Akaling the update later. Shiro went back to Yugo and resumed talking. She was worried about him. Kuro might decide Yugo couldn't be here on the festival night. She didn't want that to happen. She told him they aught to just sleep outside tonight. It was such a nice night that he agreed. She snuggled up and closed her eyes tight. She slept troubled and not much.
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Okay, not what you expected probably. Well, now we have a mix of things. Well, I must be a night writer because it is July 26 and I wrote this all night from 3 am to now 6:45 am. I tried to post 6 when I had twelve done and I will post 7 seven when I have 14 done. Well, if you read this then that means you like the story or maybe you don't and I already posted chapter seven so, I will write Chp. 14 while I am at me gramma's!! So toodles!! Please R&R!!