Disclaimer: I don't own the rights to Artemis Fowl.
I lied. This is the LAST chapter of Encrypted Trouble. The sequel premiers in a few days, okay? Also, this chapter will give you hints to the goings on of Legend of Frond. So read thoroughly!
Epilogue Ado
Artemis Fowl's Diary, Disc 2 (encrypted)
Alexis was discharged from the hospital. She seems quite fine, with the exception of her memory. When I was alone with her, I apologized for the kiss, nearly word for word her own apology. Other than a strange look, there was no change. But it might be for the better. Perhaps I'll trigger the recall when we are in college. Unless the intelligence of her brother surpasses my own there is no way he could be enrolled.
During the visit, I learned a rather strange fact. The name Alexis is, like Artemis, derived from Greece. Strangely enough, where my name means the hunter, Alexis means to defend. Very strange that we, polar opposites, should be friends. Very strange.
School is approaching at an alarming rate; I've hardly studied this whole break. On the other hand, Alexis is in all of my classes, the exception being physical education. Both a pro and a con there. I'd rather she not see my lack of physical endurance, but it would be nice to have someone 'cheering' me on.
Yet again, Butler's presence at school is frowned upon. The principals don't think that I'll be in any danger, other than that of something termed as a wedgie. I'm trying to find out what it is. However, the school is close enough to the manor that there shouldn't be a problem. Unless some fairies need our assistance.
I finally deciphered Mulch's letters. Apparently, he is still gung-ho about us being a criminal duo. Just as long as we don't become our own next case, it will work perfectly. We have even picked our first heist. An art exhibit will open in Chicago over Christmas holiday. All I need is an excuse to be unsupervised and the plan should go off without a hitch. It even seems that will be easier than expected. There is to be an academic competition, and two or three representative students will go to the competition in Chicago. The system is easy enough to break into, and I've ensured that I will be 'randomly' selected. Perhaps Alexis will go as well…
Only one complication has come up. Commander Root appears to be alive. As happy as I am, it will only make Mulch's absence more noticeable, especially if Root hears that there was a robbery in Chicago and I happened to be there when Mulch was MIA. My plans will just have to become more ingenious.