Taking chances by Paradox
Squall and Zell prepare to embark on an undercover mission that requires them to dawn a disguise. As a prerequisite, Cid insists upon the guys being taught by the Galbaldian Cowboy. What is it that Irvine has to teach the guys? What happens after they finish training and they have to put it to use?
AN: I'd just like to thank my beta readers Kellendraysia and Hypaalicious
Disclaimer: I do not own any right to the Game Final Fantasy VIII or the characters within the game, I also do not own Yaten Tenoh. I do own Remy Valentine and Ravi.
Warning: Mild language in some areas, used sparingly. There is some shounen ai hinting in later chapters but no actual occurrences. It's more for comedic purposes than actual feelings and such. The best example I can give of this is Martin Lawrence and Will Smith in Bad Boys 2. The scene where they have a chat in the Rent – A – Center lounge area. I can't go into details here without ruining the story and movie. If you have any questions just email me.
Chapter 1 – Mission Briefing
The voice of Xu filled the crowed hall of Balamb garden, through the intercom.
Squall Leonheart, Zell Dinct and Irvine Kinneas, please report to the Headmaster's Office. That is all.
Hearing his name called, Zell quickly finished his last hot dog and left the cafeteria. "I hope it's a mission! I've been dying to get some action." As he rounded a corner he spotted the Sharpshooter walking out of the library. He jogged over to him.
"Howdy Zell"
"Sup Irvine, you think Cid's going to give us a mission?"
"I wouldn't put it past the old man. Things have been quiet around here anyway. I could use some action."
"Yeah, I know what you mean, I don't want to loose my edge."
They boarded the elevator and rode it to Cid's office. Still talking about the possible mission they could be going on.
"Maybe Esthar is having trouble with the monsters from the Lunar Cry." Stated the blonde.
"I doubt it, I don't think he'd send us on a mission as a clean up crew. SeeD doesn't translate into glorified cleaning crew."
Zell was about to respond, when the ding of the elevator announced they're arrival, they walked into the Headmaster's office. He was sitting at his desk. Zell noted that, Squall stood off to the side. His gloved hand was once again scratching his scar. "Tch, looks like someone's already upset with the mission."
"Welcome gentle men please have a seat." Cid waited as Zell and Irvine seated themselves in front of Cid's desk, while Squall continued to stand, becoming even more agitated. "I have just received a contract from Galbaldia asking that we retrieve some stolen information as well as any of its application. It was taken over 7 months ago and was just now discovered missing.
Squall interrupted Cid, wishing he'd hurry on with the mission details. "Sir, if I may continue?"
Cid nodded his head.
"Thank you Sir. The culprits have used the destroyed Mission Base near Dollet as their hide out. We are to infiltrate, acquire the information and destroy the base."
Zell and Irvine were a bit shocked. The mission sounded too easy. Irvine was the first to speak. "Excuse me Sir, but couldn't anyone handle this mission."
Cid smiled wanly. "Zell and Squall will be going undercover for an extended period of time. He turns towards Irvine. "You my boy, will be their teacher."
Squall grimaced once again and looked out the window. Zell was excited and Irvine was shocked.
"Me? What can I possibly teach them?"
"You're distinct Galbaldian accent. Let me explain, as I am sure you'll have plenty of questions. The guards at the base are mostly ex – soldiers or drifters looking for money. You are all quite famous in your own rights. Zell and Squall will have to alter their appearances as well as mannerism and speech. For this to be effective, I'm sending you three to Esthar to carry out the pre-mission objectives. Any question?"
Squall returned his gaze to Cid. "When do we leave Sir?"
"You leave in two hours. I suggest you just say goodbye and take the bare minimum. You'll be buying a new wardrobe and such once you reach Esthar. You'll be staying in the Presidential Palace, for about a month. Your training should be completed by then, at which point you will begin your investigation of the base.
"How are we to get to Esthar?"
"You'll meet Nida on the Ragnarok's docking bay."
He then reached into his desk and pulled out three manila folders and handed one to each of them.
"Oh and Gentlemen, you are to have no contact with me or anyone at Garden until you have successfully completed the mission, with the exclusion of Irvine." Turning to the cowboy, "You will return to Garden once they engage on the second part of the Mission. That is all."
The three saluted Cid and left his office.