And here we go with chapter 2. This chapter's about the length of the first one which isn't very long. There's some romance coming up in the next chapter but this chapter is pretty straight forward. It contains maniacal Leehalt stuff and we finally see Duran. not good. Anyway read ahead.
Standard Disclaimer: I own no part of the Wild Arms Trademark, all I own is the twisted ideas put into this fic.
Here we go.
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February 12th, 9:00 am- Two Days before Valentine's Day
"So explain to me again why I'm doing this?" asked Malik, already having doubts about the scheme Leehalt had concocted.
"Because neither Melody nor myself are capable of getting Werner to invite Ekatrina to our stupid Valentine's Day party," replied Leehalt, a tiny bit annoyed. After all it was one thing to answer a question and another thing to answer a question three times.
"You need to help us," added Melody "because if you do I'll finally have Werner. Also."
"I'll finally have Ekatrina." cut in Leehalt.
Malik looked at them both. "And you've both finally gone crazy." he replied, standing up.
Melody looked at him. "You're standing up... does that mean you'll help?"
"That's ridiculous. it means I want to stand," stated Malik.
Leehalt glared at him, making Malik just a little uncomfortable. Sure they were on pretty good terms, but still you could never be too sure with Leehalt. The only one who had the nerve to confront Leehalt was Werner and that was a bravery brought upon by time old rivalry. As for everyone else. Leehalt's wrath was not a force to reckon with.
"What you want to do is of no relevance, what you're going to do is another story entirely," growled Leehalt losing whatever little patience he had. He had waited much too long for this and he wasn't going to have it ruined because of hesitation on Malik's part. "You're going to help us okay?"
"I don't have a choice do I?"
"Nope, none whatsoever."
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Malik stood in front of the door, still hoping he could charm his way out of helping the two love struck idiots. However, it was inevitable. taking a deep breath he stepped into Werner's office.
At first Werner didn't notice that Malik had entered. He was too busy writing something. Malik saw it best to take his time and make some idle conversation before he carried his mission out.
"Hey, Werner how are you?" greeted Malik.
"Oh, what a pleasant surprise. I'm doing great," answered Werner.
"That's good," Malik paused looking at the paper Werner had been writing on with a sense of scrutiny. "What are you writing?"
"Oh this? I'm writing a letter to Ekatrina," stated Werner.
"Hmm. Valentine's Day is coming up soon, you must think of her a lot around this time." Malik pretended to think about his statement. Werner missed the pretend part.
Werner frowned slightly. "No it's not because of Valentine's Day. I always think of her. Though I guess I did begin to think of her with more intensity since Melody reminded me of the occasion yesterday."
Malik leaned against the wall and continued, "You wanna know what I think you should do?" He paused for a moment then said, "I think you should have Ekatrina and Virginia come over for the party."
"Yes, that would make sense." Werner laughed. "But Leehalt almost had a heart attack last time they visited."
"Is that an entirely bad thing? Besides I know how you like to antagonize him."
"I do not like to antagonize him," argued Werner. He chuckled a little realizing that anyone could see through his lie.
"Yeah, sure. but speaking of antagonizing, Pete's on my case about my work habits so I got to get going." Malik edged closer to the door and was about to step out but he stopped. "Anyway think about it, I'm sure everybody will be glad to have them over." Malik then left and slammed the door.
No sooner had he left Werner's office than he came face to face with Melody. She seemed angry. "That sure took you long enough! What happened!" yelled Melody.
Malik scowled. "If you speak to me like that I won't tell you. also we're right in front of Werner's office. he's not deaf you know."
Melody lowered her voice considerably. "Fine then. I'm sorry I was just nervous. I didn't mean to yell."
Malik simply nodded. "It went fine. He'll probably bring Ekatrina and Virginia over. Then you two can commence plan 'Separate Werner and Ekatrina' okay?"
"Good." She was quiet for a moment. "Thank you this means a lot to me." She hugged him tightly.
Suddenly someone behind the pair coughed. Melody released Malik and whirled around to face the newcomer. Melody screamed as she saw Duran. Malik groaned.
"You screeched in my ear!" complained Malik.
"I'm sorry but I think you should blame Duran here for startling me." Melody clenched her fists and glared at Duran. "What are you doing here?"
"Nothing," Duran smiled smugly. "I was just strolling around when I over heard something interesting." He halted, letting his words sink in. "Yes. very interesting. I've always thought you were that type of woman what with your flirtatious nature. But this is indeed too much. a married man? I wonder how the rest would react. especially Werner."
"If you tell anyone I swear I'll wring your neck." snarled Melody.
"Melody," advised Malik, "Please calm down."
"Stay out of this, Malik!" roared Melody.
Duran laughed. "Malik's actually right. you really should stop your violent rampage. I'm a reasonable man. we can negotiate."
Melody knew she was beat. Sighing she mumbled, "Fine then, name your terms."
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So the next chapter is underway. Don't worry. Umm. why do I waste you time with these after thoughts? I don't know. anyway read and review.