Whoo…I'm sorry for not updating. If you know me well enough, then you'd realize that I'm dying from the heat packed on me by my other fics. I have yet to update those, too. Again, sorry and thanks for your patience. was also playing Samurai Warriors. Nyan…continues reading Battle Royale novel
I'm continuing where I left off…since I had just returned from California. And uh…Ah yes…to Demon: Ashley is indeed, a snobby, bratty girl who'll get herself into trouble. Read what the producer of RE4 said. Nyan, continue on.

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CHAPTER 4
Kitty's Got Claws

"Claire Redfield I presume?" Ashley asked, raising her head high and keeping a cool stature. How dare the bitch intrude on her outing with Leon? Couldn't she see that she wanted some alone time with her personal bodyguard? On the contrary, Ashley Graham is the daughter of the nation's leader, and anything that Claire would attempt would, and could, be used against her. Yes, political power was such a sweet privilege if used to certain limits.

"Yes. What do you want, Ashley?" was Claire's reply. How dare the wench act as if she didn't know! Ashley could see through her façade, the lies that taunted her so. Oh, she'll pay dearly.

"You know exactly. There's no need to explain."

"No, there isn't. As you can see, I'm simply discussing with these fine folk the future of America's safety, as well as the world's fate. Politics, in a way, I'm sure you understand," sneered the Redfield bitch. Acting innocent, are we? Her sweet, sincere smile made Ashley cringe, but she stood her ground.

"Then why the gam and glam, Redfield? Why the runway model-look tonight?" The perfect comeback. Ashley half expected Claire to point a gun in her face and throw out all sorts of blackmail topics, half expected the wall between her and Leon to crumble at her feet, surrendering Sir Kennedy. To Ashley's surprise, Claire did neither option. Instead, Claire did the unthinkable and just sat there, replying as if Ashley's thoughts were nothing but mere specks of dust on a neglected television set.

"Good first impressions are the way to go, Ashley. Especially among partners and friends, this is an excellent tool of the trade."

"Listen up, Redfield. Leon's mine, and he will be once you're out of the picture. I, Ashley Graham, am you're superior, considering my high status in this country. And nothing, nothing will stand in my way of winning Leon's heart!" She can't deny that, for it's the truth! Thought Ashley. Surely Claire can't object to the truth.

"I have nothing but respect for you, but as of late, formalities and superiority of the upper classes are no longer important if you consider the present situation."

"And that would be?"

Claire dropped all formalities in her speech. "Another viral outbreak. Only this time, they're in different locations worldwide. That's all I'll reveal to you." Claire turned away and fiddled with a napkin she'd torn away from Kevin.

"Anoth-" breathed Ashley.

"That's enough, kiddo. Let Claire get acquainted with the others. I'll be going with them, too," said Leon as he snuck up from behind Ashley. The latter just stood in place, gaping at Leon as he had just told her that he'd be leaving her too. Leon looked slightly disappointed with her display, and in a heartbeat, Ashley felt shame and embarrassment pound her down into guilt. "Well, I'll see you later, Claire. Come on, Ashley." He pecked Claire on her cheek and whispered in her ear, "Better check on Sherry."

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I'm REALLY sorry for the delay! But meh, can you really blame this lazy person? I…guess… Sorry it was short, but it was pretty long and stuff in my notebook…And School starts soon so…yeah…well, jya ne, everyone! I hope you enjoyed this chapter! Next chapter will hopefully be tomorrow or something, if not next week!

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