Hey, it's me again! Guess what! I started typing chapter 2 right after
chapter 1! Which means .... drum roll I still have no Idea what you all
thought! Don't worry though, I'll edit and change this chapter before I
post it ... Or I did o.0 Anyway on to Chapter 2! And thanks for all the
reviews and your help!
Oh and someone asked me why exactly Verkannt (Misjudged) and Schwarz are living together. hides I kinda forgot to type that part in, so here it is. Because Essett hasn't used many female operatives in the past they decided to begin integrating them into the system. They took care of the main training of the assassins, but for field training they have decided they want each female team to live with a well trained male one. Schwarz and Verkannt are under orders that the females are to be spending as much time as possible with their counter parts (hence the rooming together). Okay, now you know! And sorry for the slip up. I'm pretty good at that.
::notes:: The scene with Heather and Nagi takes place a few hours later than the others. Earlier that day Brad told Schu that he wasn't allowed to go out on the first night the girls would be there. That is part of the reason he is so upset with Alexis ::notes::
Coming Together
Chapter 2
"Goodnight" Heather eased herself down into her bed and closed her eyes.
"Goodnight" Nagi too was just getting into bed despite the late hour.
She and Nagi had worked late into the night. It hadn't taken the two long to fix the problems with the program the boy had been trying to work out. However, they hadn't stopped. They had simply picked a new task and began working. Not even when Lexi had brought them some food and mentioned an argument that resulted in a ripped shirt had the two computer whizzes stopped.
As the blond girl lay in her bed she promised that she would talk with Lexi and the other girls in the morning. Often, if she didn't gossip enough with Alexis or spar with Nat for a while they would become cross. Hailey also enjoyed talking with her. They rarely gossiped, but they would talk about what plans Hailey may be working on or what new program Heather had tested out.
Thinking back over the past several hours Heather realized she enjoyed the company of the Schwarz youth. He wasn't entirely a youth, but he did look a little to young for his 16 years. The two had gotten along exceptionally well. They were both quiet and worked hard. However, they had taken a few breaks and gotten to know each other a little better. Nagi was surprised to learn that unlike the rest of her team Heather had no 'abilities'. Heather hadn't been surprised much by anything Nagi told her. He looked the part of a hardworking school boy who didn't have many friends. What did surprise her was how well they got along after only having just met.
It didn't take long for Heather's wearisome state to over take her and she slipped into a black state of oblivion.
Nagi laid awake only a short time longer than his female roommate. He smiled softly, a rare thing for him, and rolled onto his side. He actually liked the girl. He wasn't sure how he felt about the others though. He knew that Hailey and Brad had argued, and he didn't want to have to go through some sort of hell because the two had authority issues. He hadn't seen much of Natalia, but he knew that she and Farfarello had gotten a bit of a lecture for making a mess. Most likely, he knew, a bloody mess. The girl who troubled him the most was Alexis. She had brought him and Heather dinner. She seemed nice enough; however, her clothes almost made him choke. She had come into the study wearing a pair of jeans the rode so low on her hips that he had to force himself not to stare and look at her face. Her shirt also caused him grief. It was a skimpy white tank top that revealed her stomach and quite a bit of cleavage. Nagi was sure he had made a fool of himself, but he was attracted to the girl.
As Nagi gave into the dark comfort of sleep he settled on the resignation that he would have to try and get to know Alexis better. He really wanted to find out what other things the brunette had in her wardrobe.
Hailey glanced over at Brad as she peeled back the blanket on her bed. She sighed and quickly slipped into her bed leaving the blanket off her body. The temperature in the room was a few degrees warmer than she would have liked which is why she was wearing a pair of white cloth shorts and a red spaghetti strap tank top rather than her usual pajamas. Over all Hailey was pleased with the way things were going. All of her team members seemed to be getting along quite well, despite a torn shirt and a lecture about blood letting. Really she couldn't have asked for more. Heather, her biggest concern, was getting along just fine. Natalia had managed to keep Farf from dicing her into bits and pieces, and Alexis and Schu were both alive. Hailey had needed to tell Nat to keep as much blood as she could within hers and her roommate's bodies. When it came to Alexis shredding a shirt belonging to Schuldig, well that would just have to over looked. Alexis could have a hair pin temper and Schu would just have to adjust.
Brad stretched a bit before he climbed into his bed. He too left the blanket off for now. He lay on his back with his arms crossed behind his head staring at the ceiling. He wasn't too displeased with the way things were going. Nagi and Heather seemed to be a perfect match. As far as working goes that is. Much to his surprise Natalia hadn't died yet and had actually seemed to be having fun with Farf. So much that he and Hailey had to give them both a reminder on keeping blood inside the body. Farfarello dismissed the lecture without a thought, but Nat had taken part of it to heart. His biggest concern was the way Schuldig and Alexis had taken less than ten minutes to have an argument. In the end Schuldig was down one shirt and Alexis had been given a taste of the red-head's trade mark sassiness. As far as Hailey went, he would be able to tolerate her. He disliked sharing his room, but he would manage. Most of all he admired her untiring calmness. Even when arguing with him she was collected and kept a respective tone of voice without being submissive.
Brad's voice broke the silence after a few minutes. "You need to talk to Alexis. I don't want her parading about in clothes that will give Schuldig any ides."
Hailey bit back a giggle. "Lexi will dress however she wants. She can fight off Schu if he gets any 'ideas'."
Crawford glanced over at the woman across the room from him. She was lying on her side and facing him with her head propped up on her hand.
"You seem very sure of the capabilities of the other girls. Is there something you're not telling me?" Brad was partially joking and partly serious. He could tell that these girls would make a good addition to any teem, even if they seemed a bit small for the job.
"No Brad, I'm sure you know everything there is to know. Except maybe for their exact personality traits, but you'll learn soon enough." Hailey then rolled onto her stomach and closed her eyes. "Goodnight Crawford"
"Goodnight Alexis" Brad pulled his blanket up over his lower body and shifted onto his side. It wasn't long before they had both fallen into a light sleep.
Alexis looked over at Schu, who was sulking on his bed. Sighing she made her way to his bed and perched herself on the edge, one leg curled beneath her.
"I didn't ask for him to make you stay" She offered softly
Schu turned to look at her and practically growled "Well you're the reason I'm here!"
Frowning Lexi grabbed his pillow and bashed him over the head with it. "Well excuse me! I was ordered here incase you forgot!!"
The girl made her way back to her own bed and flopped down on it. She ignored the obscene gesture she knew he was making behind her back. However, she wasn't prepared when a pillow came hurtling through the air and smacked the back of her head. In a flash she was on her feet and chucking the pillow back.
"You asked for it" Schuldig pointed out as he got off his bed, holding his pillow.
Alexis made no point in replying verbally. She merely grabbed up her pillow and crossed the room, swatting the bag of fluff at her opponent's face. He ducked and bashed her in the stomach. Letting out a little scream Alexis swiped her pillow at Schu, and then all hell broke loose.
Within fifteen minutes both parties participating in the pillow fight were breathless and at an impasse near Schu's bed. Alexis had one hand on his pillow and one balled around a piece of her own pillow case. The red-headed man was much the same, holding a piece of both pillows.
"Truce?" Alexis offered with a wide grin on her face.
"Truce", he agreed dropping her pillow.
True to her word Lexi retreated to her bed and Schu to his. Schu flicked off the light quickly and climbed into his bed. The chestnut haired girl was already in her bed and relaxing for the night.
"Goodnight Schu"
"Night Alexis"
To tell the honest truth Alexis was pleased. After getting her roommate to relax they had gotten along rather well. There was no doubt in her mind that they would have many disputes to come, but now she knew they would be able to work through them. Thinking over the others in the apartment the girl knew a few other things. For one, she didn't like Bradley Crawford in the least. She was going to have fun getting under his skin as much as possible. She was also aware that Farfarello was best left to the boys and Natalia. The red-headed girl had a definite way with mentally disturbed people. Probably because she wasn't all there herself. The one of the men that intrigued her the most was Nagi. The boy had almost died when he saw her clothes. He must have been a very sheltered child. Alexis didn't want to make him uncomfortable so she resolved to dress a little more conservatively.
Schuldig nuzzled against his pillow a bit and grinned. His roommate was a pain in the ass, but a fun one. He just couldn't wait to play some more with her. The other girls he wasn't so sure about. Hailey was almost scary. He had never known someone to stand up to Brad to openly after only having known him for a few minutes. She was definitely not a chick to mess with. Heather on the other hand. She reminded him of Nagi a bit. He was most certainly going to play with her some more. Natalia was another mystery to him. The girl Enjoyed being with Farf. Well she seemed to at least. He had actually over heard Brad and Hailey scolding the two for making a mess. She was going to be fun to figure out too.
Before too long Schu joined Lexi in slumber. Both peaceful and full of ideas for the future.
Sighing Natalia finished tightening the straps on Farf's straightjacket. Quickly she stood on her toes and kissed the psycho's cheek. The young man turned his head and looked at her with his one amber eye.
"Goodnight Farf" Nat moved into the corner where a bed roll and pillow along with a blanket lay.
She couldn't have a bed because Farfarello would have destroyed it, so she slept on the floor. It wasn't like she minded. Before Essett had found her she slept on the streets without even a blanket.
As she laid in the dark the tiny teenage girl thought back on her day. She had been able to bond rather well with Farf. Still she couldn't trust him completely. Even if he was much calmer now than he had been when she arrived. During the day she and Farf had made quite a puddle of blood on his floor. Hailey and Brad had been furious. Well Hailey was. Brad seemed to be relieved that neither one was dead. Natalia still didn't know much about Nagi, Schuldig or Brad. What she did know was that Brad was an ass. Schu was cute as hell, but again an ass. Well maybe not and ASS, but definitely a character. Nagi on the other hand was quiet and shy. He reminded her a lot of Heather when they had first met the girl. She was sure they would get along wonderfully.
As his new roommate lay in the corner Farfarello hung from the ceiling in his straightjacket. The only thoughts that crossed his mind were how he could make this new living arrangement more fun. His mind whirred with ideas for causing the girls a bit of grief.
Natalia and Farfarello both lay awake for a long time. Each listening to the other and thinking. Life was going to be different for all of the people living in the apartment.
End Chapter 2
Okay, that was kinda boring, but it got into the head's of the characters. Please, if you have ANY suggestions send them to me. I could really use the help. I don't think I'll start chapter 3 tonight... well this morning. Like I said I wrote chapter two RIGHT after I finished chapter one, so I hope it wasn't to horrible even though it was kinda boring. Anyway... Next chapter.. Everyone in one room! YaY! ... Maybe I will start a food fight or somethin... Brad would just love that. .
I want to make sure that I thank those who have reviewed and helped me with various parts of my writing. So a BIG THANKS too Verrukt.
Oh and someone asked me why exactly Verkannt (Misjudged) and Schwarz are living together. hides I kinda forgot to type that part in, so here it is. Because Essett hasn't used many female operatives in the past they decided to begin integrating them into the system. They took care of the main training of the assassins, but for field training they have decided they want each female team to live with a well trained male one. Schwarz and Verkannt are under orders that the females are to be spending as much time as possible with their counter parts (hence the rooming together). Okay, now you know! And sorry for the slip up. I'm pretty good at that.
::notes:: The scene with Heather and Nagi takes place a few hours later than the others. Earlier that day Brad told Schu that he wasn't allowed to go out on the first night the girls would be there. That is part of the reason he is so upset with Alexis ::notes::
Coming Together
Chapter 2
"Goodnight" Heather eased herself down into her bed and closed her eyes.
"Goodnight" Nagi too was just getting into bed despite the late hour.
She and Nagi had worked late into the night. It hadn't taken the two long to fix the problems with the program the boy had been trying to work out. However, they hadn't stopped. They had simply picked a new task and began working. Not even when Lexi had brought them some food and mentioned an argument that resulted in a ripped shirt had the two computer whizzes stopped.
As the blond girl lay in her bed she promised that she would talk with Lexi and the other girls in the morning. Often, if she didn't gossip enough with Alexis or spar with Nat for a while they would become cross. Hailey also enjoyed talking with her. They rarely gossiped, but they would talk about what plans Hailey may be working on or what new program Heather had tested out.
Thinking back over the past several hours Heather realized she enjoyed the company of the Schwarz youth. He wasn't entirely a youth, but he did look a little to young for his 16 years. The two had gotten along exceptionally well. They were both quiet and worked hard. However, they had taken a few breaks and gotten to know each other a little better. Nagi was surprised to learn that unlike the rest of her team Heather had no 'abilities'. Heather hadn't been surprised much by anything Nagi told her. He looked the part of a hardworking school boy who didn't have many friends. What did surprise her was how well they got along after only having just met.
It didn't take long for Heather's wearisome state to over take her and she slipped into a black state of oblivion.
Nagi laid awake only a short time longer than his female roommate. He smiled softly, a rare thing for him, and rolled onto his side. He actually liked the girl. He wasn't sure how he felt about the others though. He knew that Hailey and Brad had argued, and he didn't want to have to go through some sort of hell because the two had authority issues. He hadn't seen much of Natalia, but he knew that she and Farfarello had gotten a bit of a lecture for making a mess. Most likely, he knew, a bloody mess. The girl who troubled him the most was Alexis. She had brought him and Heather dinner. She seemed nice enough; however, her clothes almost made him choke. She had come into the study wearing a pair of jeans the rode so low on her hips that he had to force himself not to stare and look at her face. Her shirt also caused him grief. It was a skimpy white tank top that revealed her stomach and quite a bit of cleavage. Nagi was sure he had made a fool of himself, but he was attracted to the girl.
As Nagi gave into the dark comfort of sleep he settled on the resignation that he would have to try and get to know Alexis better. He really wanted to find out what other things the brunette had in her wardrobe.
Hailey glanced over at Brad as she peeled back the blanket on her bed. She sighed and quickly slipped into her bed leaving the blanket off her body. The temperature in the room was a few degrees warmer than she would have liked which is why she was wearing a pair of white cloth shorts and a red spaghetti strap tank top rather than her usual pajamas. Over all Hailey was pleased with the way things were going. All of her team members seemed to be getting along quite well, despite a torn shirt and a lecture about blood letting. Really she couldn't have asked for more. Heather, her biggest concern, was getting along just fine. Natalia had managed to keep Farf from dicing her into bits and pieces, and Alexis and Schu were both alive. Hailey had needed to tell Nat to keep as much blood as she could within hers and her roommate's bodies. When it came to Alexis shredding a shirt belonging to Schuldig, well that would just have to over looked. Alexis could have a hair pin temper and Schu would just have to adjust.
Brad stretched a bit before he climbed into his bed. He too left the blanket off for now. He lay on his back with his arms crossed behind his head staring at the ceiling. He wasn't too displeased with the way things were going. Nagi and Heather seemed to be a perfect match. As far as working goes that is. Much to his surprise Natalia hadn't died yet and had actually seemed to be having fun with Farf. So much that he and Hailey had to give them both a reminder on keeping blood inside the body. Farfarello dismissed the lecture without a thought, but Nat had taken part of it to heart. His biggest concern was the way Schuldig and Alexis had taken less than ten minutes to have an argument. In the end Schuldig was down one shirt and Alexis had been given a taste of the red-head's trade mark sassiness. As far as Hailey went, he would be able to tolerate her. He disliked sharing his room, but he would manage. Most of all he admired her untiring calmness. Even when arguing with him she was collected and kept a respective tone of voice without being submissive.
Brad's voice broke the silence after a few minutes. "You need to talk to Alexis. I don't want her parading about in clothes that will give Schuldig any ides."
Hailey bit back a giggle. "Lexi will dress however she wants. She can fight off Schu if he gets any 'ideas'."
Crawford glanced over at the woman across the room from him. She was lying on her side and facing him with her head propped up on her hand.
"You seem very sure of the capabilities of the other girls. Is there something you're not telling me?" Brad was partially joking and partly serious. He could tell that these girls would make a good addition to any teem, even if they seemed a bit small for the job.
"No Brad, I'm sure you know everything there is to know. Except maybe for their exact personality traits, but you'll learn soon enough." Hailey then rolled onto her stomach and closed her eyes. "Goodnight Crawford"
"Goodnight Alexis" Brad pulled his blanket up over his lower body and shifted onto his side. It wasn't long before they had both fallen into a light sleep.
Alexis looked over at Schu, who was sulking on his bed. Sighing she made her way to his bed and perched herself on the edge, one leg curled beneath her.
"I didn't ask for him to make you stay" She offered softly
Schu turned to look at her and practically growled "Well you're the reason I'm here!"
Frowning Lexi grabbed his pillow and bashed him over the head with it. "Well excuse me! I was ordered here incase you forgot!!"
The girl made her way back to her own bed and flopped down on it. She ignored the obscene gesture she knew he was making behind her back. However, she wasn't prepared when a pillow came hurtling through the air and smacked the back of her head. In a flash she was on her feet and chucking the pillow back.
"You asked for it" Schuldig pointed out as he got off his bed, holding his pillow.
Alexis made no point in replying verbally. She merely grabbed up her pillow and crossed the room, swatting the bag of fluff at her opponent's face. He ducked and bashed her in the stomach. Letting out a little scream Alexis swiped her pillow at Schu, and then all hell broke loose.
Within fifteen minutes both parties participating in the pillow fight were breathless and at an impasse near Schu's bed. Alexis had one hand on his pillow and one balled around a piece of her own pillow case. The red-headed man was much the same, holding a piece of both pillows.
"Truce?" Alexis offered with a wide grin on her face.
"Truce", he agreed dropping her pillow.
True to her word Lexi retreated to her bed and Schu to his. Schu flicked off the light quickly and climbed into his bed. The chestnut haired girl was already in her bed and relaxing for the night.
"Goodnight Schu"
"Night Alexis"
To tell the honest truth Alexis was pleased. After getting her roommate to relax they had gotten along rather well. There was no doubt in her mind that they would have many disputes to come, but now she knew they would be able to work through them. Thinking over the others in the apartment the girl knew a few other things. For one, she didn't like Bradley Crawford in the least. She was going to have fun getting under his skin as much as possible. She was also aware that Farfarello was best left to the boys and Natalia. The red-headed girl had a definite way with mentally disturbed people. Probably because she wasn't all there herself. The one of the men that intrigued her the most was Nagi. The boy had almost died when he saw her clothes. He must have been a very sheltered child. Alexis didn't want to make him uncomfortable so she resolved to dress a little more conservatively.
Schuldig nuzzled against his pillow a bit and grinned. His roommate was a pain in the ass, but a fun one. He just couldn't wait to play some more with her. The other girls he wasn't so sure about. Hailey was almost scary. He had never known someone to stand up to Brad to openly after only having known him for a few minutes. She was definitely not a chick to mess with. Heather on the other hand. She reminded him of Nagi a bit. He was most certainly going to play with her some more. Natalia was another mystery to him. The girl Enjoyed being with Farf. Well she seemed to at least. He had actually over heard Brad and Hailey scolding the two for making a mess. She was going to be fun to figure out too.
Before too long Schu joined Lexi in slumber. Both peaceful and full of ideas for the future.
Sighing Natalia finished tightening the straps on Farf's straightjacket. Quickly she stood on her toes and kissed the psycho's cheek. The young man turned his head and looked at her with his one amber eye.
"Goodnight Farf" Nat moved into the corner where a bed roll and pillow along with a blanket lay.
She couldn't have a bed because Farfarello would have destroyed it, so she slept on the floor. It wasn't like she minded. Before Essett had found her she slept on the streets without even a blanket.
As she laid in the dark the tiny teenage girl thought back on her day. She had been able to bond rather well with Farf. Still she couldn't trust him completely. Even if he was much calmer now than he had been when she arrived. During the day she and Farf had made quite a puddle of blood on his floor. Hailey and Brad had been furious. Well Hailey was. Brad seemed to be relieved that neither one was dead. Natalia still didn't know much about Nagi, Schuldig or Brad. What she did know was that Brad was an ass. Schu was cute as hell, but again an ass. Well maybe not and ASS, but definitely a character. Nagi on the other hand was quiet and shy. He reminded her a lot of Heather when they had first met the girl. She was sure they would get along wonderfully.
As his new roommate lay in the corner Farfarello hung from the ceiling in his straightjacket. The only thoughts that crossed his mind were how he could make this new living arrangement more fun. His mind whirred with ideas for causing the girls a bit of grief.
Natalia and Farfarello both lay awake for a long time. Each listening to the other and thinking. Life was going to be different for all of the people living in the apartment.
End Chapter 2
Okay, that was kinda boring, but it got into the head's of the characters. Please, if you have ANY suggestions send them to me. I could really use the help. I don't think I'll start chapter 3 tonight... well this morning. Like I said I wrote chapter two RIGHT after I finished chapter one, so I hope it wasn't to horrible even though it was kinda boring. Anyway... Next chapter.. Everyone in one room! YaY! ... Maybe I will start a food fight or somethin... Brad would just love that. .
I want to make sure that I thank those who have reviewed and helped me with various parts of my writing. So a BIG THANKS too Verrukt.