Hi again! I don't think I'll be able to update in a little while because I
have a lot of tests coming up in school. If I don't get a good score in my
upcoming French test, I'll have so much homework on verbs, and my mom and
French teacher will kill me!!!! Feel sorry for me, please.
Disclaimer: I don't own Cyborg 009. I wish I did.
Chapter Six:
Awakening (I know it's a really bad name, but it's the only thing I could think of)
Dr. Gilmore was sitting with all the cyborgs except 009 and 003 at breakfast. He was pondering on if he should tell the cyborgs 003's real condition. He had thought that 003 had suffered many injuries, but none were fatal. How wrong he was. At further examination, Dr. Gilmore found out that the injuries were more serious than he had ever imagined, and 003 was in critical condition. However, since 003 was a cyborg, she had more endurance than a normal human being but that would only sustain her for a little while. He didn't bother telling the others because they would worry themselves sick about their teammate. Now he was thinking if it was a good idea or not. In her condition, only a very risky surgery would save 003 from death so he would need someone to help him. As he was deep in thought, he accidentally knocked down his morning cup of coffee. He was jerked back into reality as the hot liquid spilled on his hand.
"Wha-? Oh, I'm sorry. I was preoccupied."
"No problem. Let me just get another cup for you, doctor. 007 can wipe that up." Said their cheerful chef, 006.
"Why me? I do enough work for you as it is. You wipe it up." Retorted an annoyed 007.
"You're a lazy bum, that's why. Plus, you don't do any work at the restaurant. All you do is flirt with the ladies that come in."
"Doctor, you might as well tell us what's bothering you. We all can see that something's on your mind." 004 asked, his silver eyes serious (A/N: Are they blue or silver? Or maybe blue-gray? Can you tell me?) Then he looked over to 007 and 006, bickering at each other. "Well, at least most of us know that something's bothering you."
"I guess it can't hurt. You all should know." Replied Dr. Gilmore. "It's like this......"
Meanwhile, in the infirmary, 003 opened her eyes groggily as she struggled to get up. It resulted in a burst of pain throughout her body. She lay back down, and surveyed her surroundings. It looked like she was in the infirmary. Her head ached and her limbs were really stiff. She looked down at herself. Her whole body was wired to a bunch of machines, her leg was in a brace and she was wearing an oxygen mask. She looked out the window. The sun was just rising up from the horizon. All she could remember before she ended up here was the image of 0010 beating her into the ground.
Something caught her eye. An open folder was lying on a desk, its contents scattered. She saw a diagram of her own body. Painstakingly, she raised an arm and reached out to take the piece of paper. 003 studied it and saw that her body was unable to function on it's own, thus the machines helped her (A/N: did I use that correctly?). She looked at some of Dr. Gilmore's notes on her injuries and grimaced. She had come to those same notes that 009 had cried over before.
'I guess I should've trained harder before I took on such a hard opponent.' She sighed inwardly, thinking of what would happen if Dr. Gilmore made a mistake while performing the surgery on her. She wondered if 009 would cry for her if she died.no! She couldn't think of such things. So what if she liked, even loved 009? If she survived the surgery and went back to the way she was living before, she wouldn't be strong enough to fend off an attack by another enemy cyborg, and 009 would have to protect her again and he might get hurt in the process. She had to stop any relationship that might form between them, for his safety.
'Since I can't protect you in battle, I might as well relieve you of having to protect me. That's all I can do to help you right now.' She wanted so much to confess all her feelings to 009 and her heart ached, knowing that he would never know her true feelings for him.. She then diverted her attention to what she should do to make sure that all the things she did around the Dolphin were taken care of.
Surprisingly, she wasn't scared of death at all. It just seemed natural, it was just part of the cycle of life. 003 smiled, thinking of 005, who had taught her that principle. The gentle Native American was always calm, and had a spiritual explanation for everything. Come to think of it, the cyborgs had become one big family, a family that she would miss dearly. A tired voice pierced her thoughts,
"003?" 003 was startled. She hadn't realized that 009 was sitting beside her.
"003? Are you alright?" 003 turned around slowly, and looked into 009's worried face.
" I'm fine, 009. Just a little sore, that's all." Her voice was a little muffled by the mask, but 009 clearly could understand her because his face broke into a smile of relief.
"That's great to hear, considering you've been out for three days."
"What? Three days! What happened? All I can remember is the virtual 0010 fighting me." So 009 proceeded to tell 003 what had happened after she was knocked out.
".and so you ended up here. Aren't you hungry? I brought some bacon and eggs. Since 006 found out that his American breakfasts are much more appreciated than his Chinese ones, he's making a meal from a different culture every day."
"Thank you. Have you been here the whole time I was out?"
"Well, except to get your breakfast and go to the bathroom, yeah, pretty much."
"Oh my god! Really? I'm so sorry, I didn't mean for you to stay here all that time!"
"It's fine. I enjoyed it. Plus now, I'm repaying you for what you did for me when I was sick. Just calm down-I'll go get another towel for your forehead." 009 left 003 thinking about what he did for her. If what he said was true, then he had spent three days tending to her injured body's needs, only leaving her side to get her breakfast. She was deeply touched by this act of kindness-touched enough to stop to rethink her plan for her training. Maybe, if he really did have feelings for her, then they could have a relationship, as long as she kept up with her training. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad. Once 009 saw that she could defend herself, he would stop looking after her like he did now.
003 mentally kicked herself. How could she think such things? She shouldn't be so selfish, thinking only of her happiness and not of 009's safety. If a relationship did form between them, then 009 might get careless in battle, and get fatally wounded. If she really did love him, she couldn't let that happen.
009's P.O.V:
Thank god 003 was safe. I almost thought that she wouldn't wake up until the surgery. Then if Dr. Gilmore messed up, I would never be able to confess my true feelings to this beautiful female cyborg. I had finished wetting the towel (A/N: That just sounds wrong.) for 003, and I walked back to her bedside. I placed the cool towel on her forehead.
"There. That should make you feel better."
"Thank you so much for being here for me, 009. Words can't express my gratitude to you for this."
"It's nothing, I'm just repaying you for caring for me..I mean, not that way..I mean, you cared for me..I mean you treated me when I was sick." Why did I have to stutter at that precise moment? Now she's going to think I'm an idiot. Great going, 009. You really impressed her this time. Oh god, why do I have to get red right now? Why couldn't it be sometime else? I hope she doesn't suspect anything.
End P.O.V
When 009 finished talking, the cyborgs were both blushing furiously and trying to hide it from one another. 009 was the first one to stop.
"Look at me, you just woke up and I've started ranting on about how I should repay you. I almost forgot, you're supposed to take off your oxygen mask every few hours so you can breathe properly. Let me help you." 009 gingerly removed the mask from 003's blushing face, and helped her into an upright position. He just happened to look over to the side, and saw Dr. Gilmore's private folder open, with his notes on 003's injuries on the top of the pile of papers. His voice was very serious as he asked,
"003, were you looking at those papers over on that desk?"
"No, why do you ask..." 003 replied, surprised. She saw 009's serious expression and her shoulders slumped. "I know that it's no use pretending. I was reading those papers before you woke up. I was just curious. I'm sorry."
"So now you know everything, don't you? Nothing can escape you. So, are you scared?"
"Of death, you mean? Not really. It just seems like a part of your life. But still, even though I feel like death is natural..I don't know..I think I'm still scared ..to die."
"Don't worry. You won't die. I promise." He leaned over to brush a strand of her golden hair off to the side. Suddenly he was very close. Slowly, almost timidly, he kissed her mouth.
So how did you like it? I just HAD to put in a kiss somewhere. I'm really bad at fluff, so I didn't bother describing the kiss. I thought that this story should have something different from all the other stories. I worked really hard on this, and even though it is pretty short, I'm proud of it. I hope all you people out there liked it also! Here are all the reader responses:
CosmosAngel1: Thanks for the review. I almost thought you forgot about me! Lol Thanks I always enjoyed your company, even though it's only through writing. I know, GoldAngel2 is like the ultimate writer! I hope she's going to give in, and write another Cyborg 009 story! You can buy Cyborg 009? Even if you're really rich, I doubt the people who own it will sell it. Maybe I'm the only one, but Cyborg 009 is my FAVORITE anime. It's the absolute best!!! Don't you think so? Actually, you have a great talent for writing, much better than mine. Go Goku!!! I hope you liked the chapter!
Wicked_Enough: Sorry, I didn't see the other pages. I know, how stupid can someone be, but I'm not good with computers! You know, you ARE one of the best writers for Cyborg 009, and you are much better than an average writer like me. I really liked your Mary Sue story. It really shows how horrible Mary Sue's really are. I hate the way the new girl cyborgs take away 003's place. I really like 003, that's why I decided to make her train! ^_^ Thanks for the reviews!
MagicianCyborg: You really liked it? Thanks a bunch!!! That means a lot! Thanks for the reviews!
Serene Faerie: Did I put too much angst? I didn't mean to!!!! I didn't know I had it in me, to write angst stories. I was pretty surprised when I reread my 5th chapter too. Thanks for the reviews!
PoutingCutie: Thanks; I absolutely LOVE 009/003 scenes, even if 003 is unconscious. You like 002? I've never met a writer who did. Usually it's 009. You think I'm a talented writer? Awww...thanks! 0^_^0 I was so mad at toonami when they took Cyborg 009 off. I'd stop watching it if they took DragonBall off also. THEY REPLACED IT WITH TRANSFORMERS ARMANDA!!!!! Now I hate that show. Anyway, thanks for the review, and I hope you liked this chappie!!!! ^_^
Wolfwood11: I'm sorry, I didn't mean for you to feel like a critic! I love writing this fic; I wish I had this for homework instead of the usual crap (I'm sorry if that's a bad word-I just hate French verb work!) Umm...just one thing, did you see the episode when the Greek God cyborgs are destroyed? I didn't see it either because of toonami. Do you think you could summarize it for me? If it's too much, you don't have to bother. Thanks for your continuous support!! Thanks for reviewing!!!!
Gohan-Chan: Did you really like the descriptions? Thanks!!!!! Also, thanks for the reviews!
Robowan99: Yay! You liked it!!! Ohhhhh sugar!!!!!! I've been depressed lately, thanks!
GoldAngel2: I'm so happy so many people liked my 5th chapter!! Thanks for the birthday wish-it means a lot. ^_^ I really appreciate you helping me on this, I just HAVE to know what happens, but don't rush yourself. I LOVE your story on Cyborg 009; it made me cry at the end. It's beautiful. I hope you write another sequel!!!! Thanks for reviewing!!!!
Sorrowful: You know, every time I read any of your beautiful reviews, I'm convinced that my story is actually, good. Thank you so much for your encouragement. You are an extremely talented writer, and your opinions are very much sought after so I'm honored that you review my story. Thanks so much for reviewing!!!!!
Disclaimer: I don't own Cyborg 009. I wish I did.
Chapter Six:
Awakening (I know it's a really bad name, but it's the only thing I could think of)
Dr. Gilmore was sitting with all the cyborgs except 009 and 003 at breakfast. He was pondering on if he should tell the cyborgs 003's real condition. He had thought that 003 had suffered many injuries, but none were fatal. How wrong he was. At further examination, Dr. Gilmore found out that the injuries were more serious than he had ever imagined, and 003 was in critical condition. However, since 003 was a cyborg, she had more endurance than a normal human being but that would only sustain her for a little while. He didn't bother telling the others because they would worry themselves sick about their teammate. Now he was thinking if it was a good idea or not. In her condition, only a very risky surgery would save 003 from death so he would need someone to help him. As he was deep in thought, he accidentally knocked down his morning cup of coffee. He was jerked back into reality as the hot liquid spilled on his hand.
"Wha-? Oh, I'm sorry. I was preoccupied."
"No problem. Let me just get another cup for you, doctor. 007 can wipe that up." Said their cheerful chef, 006.
"Why me? I do enough work for you as it is. You wipe it up." Retorted an annoyed 007.
"You're a lazy bum, that's why. Plus, you don't do any work at the restaurant. All you do is flirt with the ladies that come in."
"Doctor, you might as well tell us what's bothering you. We all can see that something's on your mind." 004 asked, his silver eyes serious (A/N: Are they blue or silver? Or maybe blue-gray? Can you tell me?) Then he looked over to 007 and 006, bickering at each other. "Well, at least most of us know that something's bothering you."
"I guess it can't hurt. You all should know." Replied Dr. Gilmore. "It's like this......"
Meanwhile, in the infirmary, 003 opened her eyes groggily as she struggled to get up. It resulted in a burst of pain throughout her body. She lay back down, and surveyed her surroundings. It looked like she was in the infirmary. Her head ached and her limbs were really stiff. She looked down at herself. Her whole body was wired to a bunch of machines, her leg was in a brace and she was wearing an oxygen mask. She looked out the window. The sun was just rising up from the horizon. All she could remember before she ended up here was the image of 0010 beating her into the ground.
Something caught her eye. An open folder was lying on a desk, its contents scattered. She saw a diagram of her own body. Painstakingly, she raised an arm and reached out to take the piece of paper. 003 studied it and saw that her body was unable to function on it's own, thus the machines helped her (A/N: did I use that correctly?). She looked at some of Dr. Gilmore's notes on her injuries and grimaced. She had come to those same notes that 009 had cried over before.
'I guess I should've trained harder before I took on such a hard opponent.' She sighed inwardly, thinking of what would happen if Dr. Gilmore made a mistake while performing the surgery on her. She wondered if 009 would cry for her if she died.no! She couldn't think of such things. So what if she liked, even loved 009? If she survived the surgery and went back to the way she was living before, she wouldn't be strong enough to fend off an attack by another enemy cyborg, and 009 would have to protect her again and he might get hurt in the process. She had to stop any relationship that might form between them, for his safety.
'Since I can't protect you in battle, I might as well relieve you of having to protect me. That's all I can do to help you right now.' She wanted so much to confess all her feelings to 009 and her heart ached, knowing that he would never know her true feelings for him.. She then diverted her attention to what she should do to make sure that all the things she did around the Dolphin were taken care of.
Surprisingly, she wasn't scared of death at all. It just seemed natural, it was just part of the cycle of life. 003 smiled, thinking of 005, who had taught her that principle. The gentle Native American was always calm, and had a spiritual explanation for everything. Come to think of it, the cyborgs had become one big family, a family that she would miss dearly. A tired voice pierced her thoughts,
"003?" 003 was startled. She hadn't realized that 009 was sitting beside her.
"003? Are you alright?" 003 turned around slowly, and looked into 009's worried face.
" I'm fine, 009. Just a little sore, that's all." Her voice was a little muffled by the mask, but 009 clearly could understand her because his face broke into a smile of relief.
"That's great to hear, considering you've been out for three days."
"What? Three days! What happened? All I can remember is the virtual 0010 fighting me." So 009 proceeded to tell 003 what had happened after she was knocked out.
".and so you ended up here. Aren't you hungry? I brought some bacon and eggs. Since 006 found out that his American breakfasts are much more appreciated than his Chinese ones, he's making a meal from a different culture every day."
"Thank you. Have you been here the whole time I was out?"
"Well, except to get your breakfast and go to the bathroom, yeah, pretty much."
"Oh my god! Really? I'm so sorry, I didn't mean for you to stay here all that time!"
"It's fine. I enjoyed it. Plus now, I'm repaying you for what you did for me when I was sick. Just calm down-I'll go get another towel for your forehead." 009 left 003 thinking about what he did for her. If what he said was true, then he had spent three days tending to her injured body's needs, only leaving her side to get her breakfast. She was deeply touched by this act of kindness-touched enough to stop to rethink her plan for her training. Maybe, if he really did have feelings for her, then they could have a relationship, as long as she kept up with her training. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad. Once 009 saw that she could defend herself, he would stop looking after her like he did now.
003 mentally kicked herself. How could she think such things? She shouldn't be so selfish, thinking only of her happiness and not of 009's safety. If a relationship did form between them, then 009 might get careless in battle, and get fatally wounded. If she really did love him, she couldn't let that happen.
009's P.O.V:
Thank god 003 was safe. I almost thought that she wouldn't wake up until the surgery. Then if Dr. Gilmore messed up, I would never be able to confess my true feelings to this beautiful female cyborg. I had finished wetting the towel (A/N: That just sounds wrong.) for 003, and I walked back to her bedside. I placed the cool towel on her forehead.
"There. That should make you feel better."
"Thank you so much for being here for me, 009. Words can't express my gratitude to you for this."
"It's nothing, I'm just repaying you for caring for me..I mean, not that way..I mean, you cared for me..I mean you treated me when I was sick." Why did I have to stutter at that precise moment? Now she's going to think I'm an idiot. Great going, 009. You really impressed her this time. Oh god, why do I have to get red right now? Why couldn't it be sometime else? I hope she doesn't suspect anything.
End P.O.V
When 009 finished talking, the cyborgs were both blushing furiously and trying to hide it from one another. 009 was the first one to stop.
"Look at me, you just woke up and I've started ranting on about how I should repay you. I almost forgot, you're supposed to take off your oxygen mask every few hours so you can breathe properly. Let me help you." 009 gingerly removed the mask from 003's blushing face, and helped her into an upright position. He just happened to look over to the side, and saw Dr. Gilmore's private folder open, with his notes on 003's injuries on the top of the pile of papers. His voice was very serious as he asked,
"003, were you looking at those papers over on that desk?"
"No, why do you ask..." 003 replied, surprised. She saw 009's serious expression and her shoulders slumped. "I know that it's no use pretending. I was reading those papers before you woke up. I was just curious. I'm sorry."
"So now you know everything, don't you? Nothing can escape you. So, are you scared?"
"Of death, you mean? Not really. It just seems like a part of your life. But still, even though I feel like death is natural..I don't know..I think I'm still scared ..to die."
"Don't worry. You won't die. I promise." He leaned over to brush a strand of her golden hair off to the side. Suddenly he was very close. Slowly, almost timidly, he kissed her mouth.
So how did you like it? I just HAD to put in a kiss somewhere. I'm really bad at fluff, so I didn't bother describing the kiss. I thought that this story should have something different from all the other stories. I worked really hard on this, and even though it is pretty short, I'm proud of it. I hope all you people out there liked it also! Here are all the reader responses:
CosmosAngel1: Thanks for the review. I almost thought you forgot about me! Lol Thanks I always enjoyed your company, even though it's only through writing. I know, GoldAngel2 is like the ultimate writer! I hope she's going to give in, and write another Cyborg 009 story! You can buy Cyborg 009? Even if you're really rich, I doubt the people who own it will sell it. Maybe I'm the only one, but Cyborg 009 is my FAVORITE anime. It's the absolute best!!! Don't you think so? Actually, you have a great talent for writing, much better than mine. Go Goku!!! I hope you liked the chapter!
Wicked_Enough: Sorry, I didn't see the other pages. I know, how stupid can someone be, but I'm not good with computers! You know, you ARE one of the best writers for Cyborg 009, and you are much better than an average writer like me. I really liked your Mary Sue story. It really shows how horrible Mary Sue's really are. I hate the way the new girl cyborgs take away 003's place. I really like 003, that's why I decided to make her train! ^_^ Thanks for the reviews!
MagicianCyborg: You really liked it? Thanks a bunch!!! That means a lot! Thanks for the reviews!
Serene Faerie: Did I put too much angst? I didn't mean to!!!! I didn't know I had it in me, to write angst stories. I was pretty surprised when I reread my 5th chapter too. Thanks for the reviews!
PoutingCutie: Thanks; I absolutely LOVE 009/003 scenes, even if 003 is unconscious. You like 002? I've never met a writer who did. Usually it's 009. You think I'm a talented writer? Awww...thanks! 0^_^0 I was so mad at toonami when they took Cyborg 009 off. I'd stop watching it if they took DragonBall off also. THEY REPLACED IT WITH TRANSFORMERS ARMANDA!!!!! Now I hate that show. Anyway, thanks for the review, and I hope you liked this chappie!!!! ^_^
Wolfwood11: I'm sorry, I didn't mean for you to feel like a critic! I love writing this fic; I wish I had this for homework instead of the usual crap (I'm sorry if that's a bad word-I just hate French verb work!) Umm...just one thing, did you see the episode when the Greek God cyborgs are destroyed? I didn't see it either because of toonami. Do you think you could summarize it for me? If it's too much, you don't have to bother. Thanks for your continuous support!! Thanks for reviewing!!!!
Gohan-Chan: Did you really like the descriptions? Thanks!!!!! Also, thanks for the reviews!
Robowan99: Yay! You liked it!!! Ohhhhh sugar!!!!!! I've been depressed lately, thanks!
GoldAngel2: I'm so happy so many people liked my 5th chapter!! Thanks for the birthday wish-it means a lot. ^_^ I really appreciate you helping me on this, I just HAVE to know what happens, but don't rush yourself. I LOVE your story on Cyborg 009; it made me cry at the end. It's beautiful. I hope you write another sequel!!!! Thanks for reviewing!!!!
Sorrowful: You know, every time I read any of your beautiful reviews, I'm convinced that my story is actually, good. Thank you so much for your encouragement. You are an extremely talented writer, and your opinions are very much sought after so I'm honored that you review my story. Thanks so much for reviewing!!!!!