A/N: Ok this is not a sequential chapter or anything. It's a few excerpts
from Artemis' diary so we can get the 'plant thing' sorted out. Ok? Ok!
Here we go!
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disk 2 (encrypted)
My parents are taking a vacation to the South of France, or 'time off to get reacquainted and catch up on things' as my father says. Although my father only returned to Fowl Manor two months ago, I think that some time away will be good for him. It will benefit me as well for without his watchful eye I will have all of the privacy I need for carrying out some illegal activities I've been planning.
I can't understand why my father has suddenly taken such a dislike to unlawful practices. Perhaps he had a bad experience during his absence. After all, it was by breaking the law that his fate had come about. Well whatever nonsense has brought about this new notion of right and wrong with my father has no effect upon me.
It is lucky for me that Juliet is on a break from her wrestling career that she is pursuing, for Butler is in no condition for any body guarding duties as of yet. Juliet has already agreed to accompany me on any venture I may aspire to. I'm planning somewhat of a heist that will take place in western Germany although 'heist' is a hardly an adequate word to describe what I have planned. However I can say no more of this event as I will not trust such information written down- not even in an encrypted message.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disk 2 (encrypted)
Germany was a success, but I had expected nothing less. Juliet performed her duties well although she seemed a tad uptight at times. Nobody will ever replace Butler. I do hope he is feeling his old self soon. My plan took longer to initiate than I had planned and my parents are due to return in two days so I will risk no more ventures at this time. Instead I think I'll take this time to upgrade my hacking software as it is becoming a bit outdated.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disk 3 (encrypted)
My parents returned from France two days ago. Imagine the guilt I felt when my father credited me for 'upholding the new found family honor' while he was gone. He is talking about our crime-free lifestyle once again. I have no recollection of feeling guilt before, especially for going against the rules. Something must be wrong. I think I'll take a break from any active crime for a few months; however I still plan to upgrade my software.
I suggested to Butler that he go to see a doctor but he just assured me that there is nothing wrong with him and not to worry. I do worry though. It is obvious that he is suffering from some respiratory complication.
Juliet is leaving for the United States once again for a wrestling match so I will have to make do without adequate protection, but as I have decided to lay low for a while this should not pose much of a problem.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disc 3 (encrypted)
There is undoubtedly something wrong with me. I keep having these strange dreams that are centered upon the event of being lost or searching for something. According to Psychological studies this indicates loss, confusion or forgetfulness. I've thought long about this and now that it comes to it I have felt all of these things. In fact I have had a nagging apprehension that I have forgotten something of considerable importance but I have tried to ignore it. Not only that but I'm finding that I'm drawn to such things as works of fantasy in art and literature for no apparent reason. I am feeling a stronger perception of the outdoors and nature that surrounds me and I spend a lot of time looking out the window instead of working on something of importance such as my software which I still have yet to upgrade. I think I will pay a visit to the library and check out some books on psychology to see if I can't find a way to sort out what these new feelings mean. Perhaps I will be able to unearth this important thought that I have seem to forgotten.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disc 10 (encrypted)
I have deleted all entries I have made during the past two months or so as they were filled with discoveries I made studying psychology and were of little consequence. I am no closer now to discerning my thoughts or discovering hidden memories than I was 10 weeks ago. So I have decided to conclude my studies as I do not wish to waste any more potentially valuable time. I haven't made any profits in quite sometime. Perhaps I will finish upgrading my software and do a few deals in the black market.
Juliet has decided not to pursue a career in wrestling after all. She claims she becomes too homesick. On a selfish note I'm grateful for her decision but it's an unfortunate one; she could have gone far. I am not sure what she plans to do with herself now but a girl like Juliet should have no problem with whatever path she chooses to follow.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disc 11 (encrypted)
I've sold 100 copies of my software through the black market thus far. I've made a total of 599,945 U.S. dollars. However crime is bringing me no more satisfaction than it was before I gave it up the first time. Perhaps I am merely feeling ill. In fact I think I fancy a nap at the moment.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disc 12 (encrypted)
I received an e-mail today from a former associate. He is apparently selling some type of new poison developed from a mixture of poppy seeds and other plants. Needless to say I turned down the offer; I despise such things as poisons. What use are they? There are far more efficient ways to kill. However, there is significance to this e-mail; the concoction of various potions from plants is an ancient practice and just now coming back into use. In fact there are many botanists today who spend large amounts of time traversing rainforests for new types of plants which they believe hold the key to curing deadly diseases. My new found fascination with nature and disinterest in criminal acts could prove to be useful after all. These attributes plus my prodigy mind could easily be put to use here. I think I will pursue this unconventional idea for a while.
-- How is that? Does that clear everything up? I hope so. I have to thank isilme for this idea. Thankyou! She suggested a flashback. This is probably not what you meant but it led to the idea anyway so thanks. It's kinda a flashback... or rather would be if he hadn't written it down. Thank goodness Arty keeps diaries... lol^-^ Anyways, I'm working on the next chapter.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disk 2 (encrypted)
My parents are taking a vacation to the South of France, or 'time off to get reacquainted and catch up on things' as my father says. Although my father only returned to Fowl Manor two months ago, I think that some time away will be good for him. It will benefit me as well for without his watchful eye I will have all of the privacy I need for carrying out some illegal activities I've been planning.
I can't understand why my father has suddenly taken such a dislike to unlawful practices. Perhaps he had a bad experience during his absence. After all, it was by breaking the law that his fate had come about. Well whatever nonsense has brought about this new notion of right and wrong with my father has no effect upon me.
It is lucky for me that Juliet is on a break from her wrestling career that she is pursuing, for Butler is in no condition for any body guarding duties as of yet. Juliet has already agreed to accompany me on any venture I may aspire to. I'm planning somewhat of a heist that will take place in western Germany although 'heist' is a hardly an adequate word to describe what I have planned. However I can say no more of this event as I will not trust such information written down- not even in an encrypted message.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disk 2 (encrypted)
Germany was a success, but I had expected nothing less. Juliet performed her duties well although she seemed a tad uptight at times. Nobody will ever replace Butler. I do hope he is feeling his old self soon. My plan took longer to initiate than I had planned and my parents are due to return in two days so I will risk no more ventures at this time. Instead I think I'll take this time to upgrade my hacking software as it is becoming a bit outdated.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disk 3 (encrypted)
My parents returned from France two days ago. Imagine the guilt I felt when my father credited me for 'upholding the new found family honor' while he was gone. He is talking about our crime-free lifestyle once again. I have no recollection of feeling guilt before, especially for going against the rules. Something must be wrong. I think I'll take a break from any active crime for a few months; however I still plan to upgrade my software.
I suggested to Butler that he go to see a doctor but he just assured me that there is nothing wrong with him and not to worry. I do worry though. It is obvious that he is suffering from some respiratory complication.
Juliet is leaving for the United States once again for a wrestling match so I will have to make do without adequate protection, but as I have decided to lay low for a while this should not pose much of a problem.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disc 3 (encrypted)
There is undoubtedly something wrong with me. I keep having these strange dreams that are centered upon the event of being lost or searching for something. According to Psychological studies this indicates loss, confusion or forgetfulness. I've thought long about this and now that it comes to it I have felt all of these things. In fact I have had a nagging apprehension that I have forgotten something of considerable importance but I have tried to ignore it. Not only that but I'm finding that I'm drawn to such things as works of fantasy in art and literature for no apparent reason. I am feeling a stronger perception of the outdoors and nature that surrounds me and I spend a lot of time looking out the window instead of working on something of importance such as my software which I still have yet to upgrade. I think I will pay a visit to the library and check out some books on psychology to see if I can't find a way to sort out what these new feelings mean. Perhaps I will be able to unearth this important thought that I have seem to forgotten.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disc 10 (encrypted)
I have deleted all entries I have made during the past two months or so as they were filled with discoveries I made studying psychology and were of little consequence. I am no closer now to discerning my thoughts or discovering hidden memories than I was 10 weeks ago. So I have decided to conclude my studies as I do not wish to waste any more potentially valuable time. I haven't made any profits in quite sometime. Perhaps I will finish upgrading my software and do a few deals in the black market.
Juliet has decided not to pursue a career in wrestling after all. She claims she becomes too homesick. On a selfish note I'm grateful for her decision but it's an unfortunate one; she could have gone far. I am not sure what she plans to do with herself now but a girl like Juliet should have no problem with whatever path she chooses to follow.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disc 11 (encrypted)
I've sold 100 copies of my software through the black market thus far. I've made a total of 599,945 U.S. dollars. However crime is bringing me no more satisfaction than it was before I gave it up the first time. Perhaps I am merely feeling ill. In fact I think I fancy a nap at the moment.
Excerpt from Artemis Fowl's diary, disc 12 (encrypted)
I received an e-mail today from a former associate. He is apparently selling some type of new poison developed from a mixture of poppy seeds and other plants. Needless to say I turned down the offer; I despise such things as poisons. What use are they? There are far more efficient ways to kill. However, there is significance to this e-mail; the concoction of various potions from plants is an ancient practice and just now coming back into use. In fact there are many botanists today who spend large amounts of time traversing rainforests for new types of plants which they believe hold the key to curing deadly diseases. My new found fascination with nature and disinterest in criminal acts could prove to be useful after all. These attributes plus my prodigy mind could easily be put to use here. I think I will pursue this unconventional idea for a while.
-- How is that? Does that clear everything up? I hope so. I have to thank isilme for this idea. Thankyou! She suggested a flashback. This is probably not what you meant but it led to the idea anyway so thanks. It's kinda a flashback... or rather would be if he hadn't written it down. Thank goodness Arty keeps diaries... lol^-^ Anyways, I'm working on the next chapter.