A/N: I know, I've been a bum. Forgive me! I got off schedule, it is so unlike me. I just thought no one liked this fic so I thought I'd abandon it, but then I felt bad. FORGIVE THIS UNWORTHY SOUL! Okay anyway, on to the fic. I had this chapter written almost three days ago, but since wasn't allowing reviews or updates I had to wait. Sorry it took so long.

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Secrets Well Hidden

Old Friends:

As Spike shot away from the Bebop, he dialed in the address of a number he received weeks ago. The screen flickered and showed a figure shrouded in darkness who spoke with a computer altered voice.

"So you finally returned my call" The figure stated.

"Do you or do you not know where she is?" Spike demanded.

"I do, do you want to see her again?"

"Yes"

"Then meet me here" The figure responded, sending Spike the coordinates

"Why should I trust this isn't a set up?"

"I've waited here for you to reply for a long time Mr. Spiegel. Do not make my waste my time any longer" and with that,the screen went black.

Spike then made his decision and opened a connection to Jet on the Bebop.

"I'm going for info" Spike stated

"Don't do anything stupid Spike" Jet warned

"I'll be fine. But just in case, if you don't hear from me in an hour, take out the building at these coordinates."

"Fine, just be careful. I hope you know what you're doing" Jet replied, ending transmission

So do I Jet, so do I.

(Weeks ago)

Spike had climbed into the Swordfish and saw a message blinking on his com screen. Spike reached over to press play as he sat down. A dark figure appeared and spoke in a mechanized voice.

"Mr. Spiegel. I have some information that may interest you." The figure stated, holding up a picture "Do you remember this woman?" they asked as they moved the picture into the light. As the picture came into view Spike saw a woman that he'd wanted to see for longer than he'd like to admit.

"I know where she is" the figure continued. "If you want to see her again, just contact me. We shall set up a meeting and all will be revealed. I hope we'll be in touch" The figure stated as the screen went black.

"What the hell!" Spike mumbled.

Why now, why after all this time. Why did it have to be her?

(Present time)

Spike sped on towards the blinking coordinate on his ship's monitor as he let his mind continue to wander.

Faye, I'm coming. Just hold on.

Faye was led by Vicious into the most beautiful apartment she had ever seen.

The door opened into a foyer and a living area. A beautiful black mahogany wood table sat behind a crimson red couch, separating the foyer from the living area. There was a walkway on either side of the table to guide you onto the carpet and into the room. The carpet was beige, that offset the crimson couch and lounge chairs and the black coffee tables. On the left wall stood a bar, obviously made of black wood as well. The off-white walls were adorned with silver and black dragon figures as well as Japanese style wall lamps. Yet, it was the view that was breath-taking. All along the opposite wall, from the door, was a full length glass sliding door that led out to a balcony. The balcony stood at the top of the tallest building in the city and overlooked the skyline of the beautiful Jupiter city.

"It's beautiful. I can't believe this is your place" Faye whispered, afraid to break the silence of the room.

"Not nearly as beautiful as the woman in my arms" Vicious responded as he wrapped his arms around her waist and whispered into her ear "Besides, I designed this place with the hope of one day sharing it with you. Come, let me show you the rest of OUR home"

Vicious took her and and led her away to show her the rest of the apartment.

I can't believe this is happening. Did he just say our home. I finally found him. Faye thought, squeezing his hand, causing him to turn around and smile at her. It's like we were never apart.

Spike landed and grabbed his trusty Jericho 941 as he headed into the building. He immediately saw the figure, once again, standing in the shadows.

"So you came" The metallic voice stated.

"Where is she, tell me now!" Spike demanded

"Be patient Mr. Spiegel. You will see her soon enough."

"I don't have time for this dammit! Where is she and do you know where I can find Vicious?" He yelled, raising his gun, aiming at the mysterious figure

"Vicious? Why Vicious? I thought you were here for the girl"

"JUST ANSWER MY QUESTION! WHERE HELL IS JULIA?"

A/N: Ha! Yes ladies and gentlemen, he was looking for Julia, not Faye! Hahahahaha! See Faye hadn't been kidnapped weeks ago, besides they knew where she was. Please review and perhaps I will update sooner.