RECONSTRUCTION BLUES PLUS
CHAPTER 8
DISCLAIMER AND COPYTRIGHT: I don't own Robotech so don't take me to court. If you want to uses any stuff from this fiction, all I ask is an email – wonga316@yahoo.com.au
AUTHOR'S NOTES This is a different spin on things from episode 28 - reconstruction blues. Will try to and a little more action and love/hate triangle with Rick, Lisa and Minmei. This is my first attempt at Robotech fan fiction. So please be gentle, NOT. Tell me if I suck. How else are we going to improve? Some of the guys made seem OC and I apologies to any die-hard fans. But it is fiction after all and anything can happen ;) I recommend that you watch the whole series before reading. It's not essential but I do make some references to events that occurred in the series and it's always a good comparison to what I'm writing. Roy and Ben will still be alive in this story.
Warning: there is some harsh language in this chapter
"..." = Normal speech
[...] = Thought
-...- = Computer chat or phone conversation
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"Now, that was nice... Anyone feel like some ice cream?" asked Ben.
Everyone, except for Minmei and Rick were standing outside the restaurant after paying their share of the bill. Dana was asleep in Max's arms. It seem all the excitement of the evening had taken its toll on the toddler.
"You just ate and you want to eat more?" Roy asked Ben.
"That was mains. I'm talking about desert." Ben replied. This brought about giggles and laughter from the group.
"I better take Dana home. It's way pass her bed time." Max said [I hope Miriya hasn't forgot about my surprise...]
"Yeah, I'm a bit tried as well." Said Miriya, while resting her head on Max's other shoulder [I hope Max has forgot about his surprise...]. The Sterling family said their farewells to the group and left for home.
As Ben tried to convince the rest of the group that ice cream was the best option, Lisa watched the Sterling family leave for the evening. Max had one arm around Miriya as the other was carrying Dana. Miriya still had her head resting on Max's shoulder. Her mind started to wonder [Max and Miriya look so happy. I wonder if I'll ever get a chance to be happy? I wonder what's taking Rick so long?]
"Hey Lisa, do you want to get some ice cream?" Asked Vanessa.
"Hey Lisa, are you listen?" she asked again.
"What... Sorry Vanessa. I missed that?" Lisa replied, turning her attention towards Vanessa.
"You know, it be a lot easier on us all if you just told him straight out." Claudia said suggestively. Claudia knew that 99.9% of the time when Lisa stared off into space it was usually about Rick or something Rick related.
"Who says that I haven't already, Lt. Grant?" Lisa replied, loud enough for everyone to hear.
"WHAT! / WHEN! / HOW!"
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"Have you had enough?" Rick asked Minmei slowly stroking her hair. Minmei ended up using Rick's lap as a pillow. Her body laid on the fountain's edge.
"Do we have to go? It feels so nice..." Minmei said, making herself more comfortable.
"We've been here for a while and I don't want the guys to worry about us." Rick answered.
"But we're adults. We can look after ourselves." Said Minmei.
"Yeah I know that... I guess what I'm try to say is... My bum has fallen asleep..." Rick said. He didn't want to disturb Minmei but the pins and needles on his right check had started to brother him.
"Hehehe... Rick you're so funny..." Minmei said half laughing and getting up from his lap.
"Ah... Yeah, I guess." Rick said as he stood up carefully and rubbed his behind [10 minutes ago she was crying her eyes out and now she back to normal like nothing had happen. I guess I'll never understand her...]
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"YOU DID WHAT?" / "OH MY GOD! TELL ME WHAT HAPPEN" / "WHAT DID HE DO?"
The questioning had not stopped since Lisa mention that she told Rick how she felt about him. The remaining females formed a tight circle around her leaving Roy and Ben out to wonder what was happening.
"I hope Lt. Hayes is ok?" Ben asked.
"Nah... Don't worry about her. Lisa can handle herself." Roy answered.
"DID HE KISS YOU?" / "DID YOU KISS HIM?" / "WHAT DI..."
"SHUT UP!" Lisa shouted. The constant barrage of question had finally become enough. Everyone shut up after that and waited for Lisa to continue.
"See I told you." Roy whispered to Ben.
Before continuing Lisa took a deep and claming breath "I'm sorry I snapped. I'll tell all what happen in due time but right now I just want to go home."
Everyone could tell from Lisa's expression that they were not going to get any details from her tonight. They all nodded and slowly backed away.
"Hey, what's going on?"
Everyone turned around to find Minmei and Rick. Both of them had managed to sneak up on the group without anyone noticing. Rick was still rubbing his backside.
"Oh... Hey Minmei. Is everything ok? I hope Rick didn't upset you again." Kim said
"Rick? No, he was a perfect gentleman..." Minmei said, giving Rick a wink.
"Rick why are you rubbing your... ah... behind?" Lisa asked carefully [Minmei seems awfully happy all of a sudden...]
"My bum is asleep." Rick replied. His answer received some giggles from Claudia and the trio. Lisa on the other hand seem a little annoyed. Ignoring the giggles he continued, "So what's everyone doing? Where's Max and Miriya?"
"They took the little monster home. We're going for ice cream, you want to come along?" asked Ben.
"Ok but I think I'll pass on the ice cream this time. I'm feeling a little tried myself." Said Rick. His response stopped the giggling and managed to get Lisa's attention.
"Come on Rick. I feel like some ice cream. It will be fun." Minmei said trying to convince Rick.
"I don't know. I'm on the morning shift tomorrow." Said Rick.
"What's the matter Rick? Don't you like me any more?" Minmei said giving Rick her best puppy dog look [He always agrees when I do this]
"Sorry Minmei. Maybe next time. Do you have somewhere to stay tonight?" Rick said.
"Ah... Yeah I've still got my room at the restaurant. I've stayed there a few times when I'm not on the road. " Minmei said, a little shocked at Rick's response.
"No worries. Hey big brother can I take your car home and bring it in tomorrow morning?" Rick said turning to Roy.
"Yeah, just don't scratch it. I've seen your VT when you return from missions. I'm surprise sometimes that your bird can even fly." Roy answered.
"Ah...Rick could you drop me off at my place?" Lisa asked nervously [Please say yes...]
"Yeah sure." Replied Rick. Lisa managed a small smile and separated herself from the group walking next to Rick. Both turned and headed off in the direction of Roy's car when someone else spoke.
"Hang on Rick. Can you drop me off at the restaurant as well." Minmei asked.
"Yeah sure but didn't you want some ice cream with the other guys?" asked Rick.
"Ah... I've changed my mind. That's ok isn't it?" Minmei asked. Rick nodded and the three of them continued walking.
"I hope you know what you are doing, little brother?" Roy whispered to himself as he watched Rick walk away flanked by Lisa and Minmei.
****
The Sterling's managed to get Dana home without disturbing her sleep. Max had just put Dana to bed and joined Miriya in the living room. Miriya would have fallen asleep herself if it was not for Max sitting next to her on the sofa.
"She's sleeping like an angel" Max said taking the spot next to his wife.
"That's good" Miriya said half yawning and placing her head on Max's shoulder.
"So... how about that surprise you promised me earlier?" Max said suggestively. No response came from his better half, which forced him to turn. Miriya had fallen asleep the instant she rested her head [...I guess I'll have to wait for my surprise...] Max carefully picked up Miriya and made his way to the bedroom.
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The trip home was awfully quite in Roy's car. Rick was driving and Minmei was in the front passenger seat while Lisa sat in the back [Damn. It's bloody quiet. May be some music...] Rick thought as reached for the radio on the center console [Man the last time this happen... Lisa...] he thought as someone grabbed his hand but this time it was Minmei.
Lisa was focusing outside the window and but kept glancing towards Minmei [What is she up to? Does she still have feelings for Rick? Has she ever confessed her feeling to Rick like I did?] Her last thought scared her the most. Lisa glanced again towards Minmei and notice that Rick was trying to get the CD player working again. Unfortunately she also witnessed Minmei reach for Rick's hand.
[So much time has passed since we where trapped inside the SDF1. I've changed and I know you have as well.] Minmei thought as she looked towards Rick who was concentrating on the road [I've moved on since then. I wonder if you have moved on as well...] Minmei saw Rick reached for the CD player and decided to test her theory.
"Rick, I think you just passed the restaurant." Lisa stated bluntly [I have to get this whole jealously thing under control...]
"What? Ah... Sorry." Rick said as he moved his hand back onto the steering wheel. Leaving Minmei clutching air. He put the Monaro into a u-turn and parked in front of the restaurant.
"Well?" Minmei asked.
"Well what?" Rick said a little dumbfounded.
"Are you going to walk me to the door. It wouldn't be very gentleman like if you didn't." Minmei said [Come on say yes...]
"Ah... Sure..." Rick said as he stepped out of the car.
[What the hell is Minmei trying to do?] Lisa thought angrily as she watched Rick and Minmei walk towards the front of the restaurant and stop. Minmei had turned around and faced Rick. Lisa couldn't hear exactly what Minmei was saying but knew she didn't like it.
"Thanks for driving me home." Minmei said
"It's no problem. We're friends after all. There is a staff meeting the day after next. I'll pick up and you can see the captain then." Rick replied.
"Rick, do you just see me as friend?" Minmei asked.
"Ah... I'm not sure what you mean?" Rick said as he ran his hand through his hair [I don't like where this is going. I'm was talking about the meeting with the captain and she decides to ask a question like this...]
"I think you know what I mean. Even you aren't that dense." Minmei said reaching for Rick's check.
"Ah... Minmei it's getting late and you had a rough day. Wouldn't it be better if we ... hmph..." Rick started to say when Minmei leaned in and kiss him on the lips. It was not lustful passionate kiss but a tender warm kiss. Before Rick could realize what was happening and start enjoying himself, Minmei had pulled away.
"Thanks and good night Rick" Minmei said as she quickly opened the restaurant door and went inside. Rick was left confused with what had happen and was looking at the front of the closed door.
"I like to get home sometime tonight, Mr. Hunter." Lisa sneered leaning against the open Monaro passenger door. She had witnessed the whole scene and even though it was Minmei who kissed Rick she was still upset with him.
"Ah... Sorry..." Rick said slightly embarrassed knowing that she was less than impressed with what had happen [Shit! Lisa saw that. This isn't going to be pretty] he thought as he hurried back to the Monaro
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[Wow... My old room is still the same] Minmei thought as she open her bedroom door. Her aunt and uncle had welcomed her back with open arms. After a quick chat they each went back to their respective bedrooms. She closed the door and fell straight onto her old bed.
[I wonder if I did the right thing? Rick didn't respond much when I kissed him. May be he doesn't like me any more... May be it was because of Lisa waiting in the car...] all sorts of thoughts ran through Minmei's mind as she slowly fell asleep.
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The car ride back to Lisa's was very awkward for Rick. He had tried to start a conversation a number of times but only got one-word responses from Lisa as well as the occasional dark glances. It had gotten to the point to where it was childish and Rick had enough.
"I don't know why you're like this? Minmei kissed me not the other way around." [I have to get a response from that. Any response will do.]
Rick's comment had truly pissed Lisa off. "You have some gall to say something like that!" Lisa half shouted.
"What? It's the truth." Rick said trying to remain calm [At least I got a response...]
"You don't get it, do you? Do you know how it felt to watch you and Minmei together after what you told me earlier tonight." Lisa said with tears running down her face.
"Why are you acting like this? Minmei had been through a lot tonight. You're just acting selfish." Rick said half shouting. Trying to remain clam had not worked.
"Selfish! You're a bastard and a liar! I hate you! Let me out of the car!" Lisa shouted as she open the passenger door.
Rick noticed this and quickly braked, pulling the car to a stop. Lisa flung the door open and ran from the car crying and angry. Rick reached over to try and stop her but it was no good. After parking the car properly he decided to go look for Lisa.
Lisa managed to find her way to a children's playground. Taking a seat on the swing her started to think about what had just happen [What I'm doing? I was totally out of line. Rick was right. Minmei needed his support tonight and all I could think about was myself. I have probably messed things up between us and he will go running back to Minmei] she thought as she cried into her hands.
Rick was starting to worry. It had been about ten minutes since Lisa ran from the car and he still had not found her [Where the hell is she? I swear these women are going to be the death of me...] he thought as he continued his search.
"I'm sorry Rick... Please forgive me..." Lisa whispered half crying to the empty playground. She had not noticed that Rick had finally found her and was just watching her from a distance [Thank God I found her]
"That's usually my line." Rick said as walked towards her.
"Rick?" Lisa said startled and turning around to see where he was. She quickly turned back around, not wanting to him see her face. She could hear his faint footsteps on the grass as he approached her.
"Just leave me alone, Rick." She said, not bothering the turn around. The footsteps stopped for a moment and then continued.
"I want to be alone." She said sternly and standing up from the swing. Lisa started to walk away when a pair of arms grab her gently from behind and pulled her into a hug.
"Let me go Rick" she said struggling to free herself from his arms with her back pressed against his body.
"Lisa, just listen, please." Rick said softy. Lisa stopped struggling for a moment and relaxed into Rick's hug.
"I know why you are upset and I'm sorry. I must have been had for you to watch what happen with myself and Minmei but what I told you earlier in the car is true." Rick's words were a faint echoed in Lisa's head as she was more concern with contact of Rick's body instead of the words. She could only murmur a response as she started to enjoy being in Rick's arms.
"Lisa, are you listening?" Rick asked slightly worried.
"Just hold me." Lisa whispered as she turned to face him wrapped her arms around Rick's waist.
"Ah... Lisa are you ok?" Rick asked.
"Don't saying anything Hunter. I'm still mad at you. I just want you to hold me." Lisa said breathing in Rick's scent as she rested her head against this chest.
Rick thought it would be best to comply as a pissed off Lisa Hayes was not something he would like to see often [Man, this as been long evening...] he thought looking up to the night sky and then resting his chin on top of Lisa's head.
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AUTHORS NOTES Apologies for the delay in update, I've been working on a Neon Genesis fic but I have not forgotten about RBP. Next chapter will start to get some VT action. Big thanks for the reviews and suggestions. Keep them coming
Wonga316
CHAPTER 8
DISCLAIMER AND COPYTRIGHT: I don't own Robotech so don't take me to court. If you want to uses any stuff from this fiction, all I ask is an email – wonga316@yahoo.com.au
AUTHOR'S NOTES This is a different spin on things from episode 28 - reconstruction blues. Will try to and a little more action and love/hate triangle with Rick, Lisa and Minmei. This is my first attempt at Robotech fan fiction. So please be gentle, NOT. Tell me if I suck. How else are we going to improve? Some of the guys made seem OC and I apologies to any die-hard fans. But it is fiction after all and anything can happen ;) I recommend that you watch the whole series before reading. It's not essential but I do make some references to events that occurred in the series and it's always a good comparison to what I'm writing. Roy and Ben will still be alive in this story.
Warning: there is some harsh language in this chapter
"..." = Normal speech
[...] = Thought
-...- = Computer chat or phone conversation
****
"Now, that was nice... Anyone feel like some ice cream?" asked Ben.
Everyone, except for Minmei and Rick were standing outside the restaurant after paying their share of the bill. Dana was asleep in Max's arms. It seem all the excitement of the evening had taken its toll on the toddler.
"You just ate and you want to eat more?" Roy asked Ben.
"That was mains. I'm talking about desert." Ben replied. This brought about giggles and laughter from the group.
"I better take Dana home. It's way pass her bed time." Max said [I hope Miriya hasn't forgot about my surprise...]
"Yeah, I'm a bit tried as well." Said Miriya, while resting her head on Max's other shoulder [I hope Max has forgot about his surprise...]. The Sterling family said their farewells to the group and left for home.
As Ben tried to convince the rest of the group that ice cream was the best option, Lisa watched the Sterling family leave for the evening. Max had one arm around Miriya as the other was carrying Dana. Miriya still had her head resting on Max's shoulder. Her mind started to wonder [Max and Miriya look so happy. I wonder if I'll ever get a chance to be happy? I wonder what's taking Rick so long?]
"Hey Lisa, do you want to get some ice cream?" Asked Vanessa.
"Hey Lisa, are you listen?" she asked again.
"What... Sorry Vanessa. I missed that?" Lisa replied, turning her attention towards Vanessa.
"You know, it be a lot easier on us all if you just told him straight out." Claudia said suggestively. Claudia knew that 99.9% of the time when Lisa stared off into space it was usually about Rick or something Rick related.
"Who says that I haven't already, Lt. Grant?" Lisa replied, loud enough for everyone to hear.
"WHAT! / WHEN! / HOW!"
****
"Have you had enough?" Rick asked Minmei slowly stroking her hair. Minmei ended up using Rick's lap as a pillow. Her body laid on the fountain's edge.
"Do we have to go? It feels so nice..." Minmei said, making herself more comfortable.
"We've been here for a while and I don't want the guys to worry about us." Rick answered.
"But we're adults. We can look after ourselves." Said Minmei.
"Yeah I know that... I guess what I'm try to say is... My bum has fallen asleep..." Rick said. He didn't want to disturb Minmei but the pins and needles on his right check had started to brother him.
"Hehehe... Rick you're so funny..." Minmei said half laughing and getting up from his lap.
"Ah... Yeah, I guess." Rick said as he stood up carefully and rubbed his behind [10 minutes ago she was crying her eyes out and now she back to normal like nothing had happen. I guess I'll never understand her...]
****
"YOU DID WHAT?" / "OH MY GOD! TELL ME WHAT HAPPEN" / "WHAT DID HE DO?"
The questioning had not stopped since Lisa mention that she told Rick how she felt about him. The remaining females formed a tight circle around her leaving Roy and Ben out to wonder what was happening.
"I hope Lt. Hayes is ok?" Ben asked.
"Nah... Don't worry about her. Lisa can handle herself." Roy answered.
"DID HE KISS YOU?" / "DID YOU KISS HIM?" / "WHAT DI..."
"SHUT UP!" Lisa shouted. The constant barrage of question had finally become enough. Everyone shut up after that and waited for Lisa to continue.
"See I told you." Roy whispered to Ben.
Before continuing Lisa took a deep and claming breath "I'm sorry I snapped. I'll tell all what happen in due time but right now I just want to go home."
Everyone could tell from Lisa's expression that they were not going to get any details from her tonight. They all nodded and slowly backed away.
"Hey, what's going on?"
Everyone turned around to find Minmei and Rick. Both of them had managed to sneak up on the group without anyone noticing. Rick was still rubbing his backside.
"Oh... Hey Minmei. Is everything ok? I hope Rick didn't upset you again." Kim said
"Rick? No, he was a perfect gentleman..." Minmei said, giving Rick a wink.
"Rick why are you rubbing your... ah... behind?" Lisa asked carefully [Minmei seems awfully happy all of a sudden...]
"My bum is asleep." Rick replied. His answer received some giggles from Claudia and the trio. Lisa on the other hand seem a little annoyed. Ignoring the giggles he continued, "So what's everyone doing? Where's Max and Miriya?"
"They took the little monster home. We're going for ice cream, you want to come along?" asked Ben.
"Ok but I think I'll pass on the ice cream this time. I'm feeling a little tried myself." Said Rick. His response stopped the giggling and managed to get Lisa's attention.
"Come on Rick. I feel like some ice cream. It will be fun." Minmei said trying to convince Rick.
"I don't know. I'm on the morning shift tomorrow." Said Rick.
"What's the matter Rick? Don't you like me any more?" Minmei said giving Rick her best puppy dog look [He always agrees when I do this]
"Sorry Minmei. Maybe next time. Do you have somewhere to stay tonight?" Rick said.
"Ah... Yeah I've still got my room at the restaurant. I've stayed there a few times when I'm not on the road. " Minmei said, a little shocked at Rick's response.
"No worries. Hey big brother can I take your car home and bring it in tomorrow morning?" Rick said turning to Roy.
"Yeah, just don't scratch it. I've seen your VT when you return from missions. I'm surprise sometimes that your bird can even fly." Roy answered.
"Ah...Rick could you drop me off at my place?" Lisa asked nervously [Please say yes...]
"Yeah sure." Replied Rick. Lisa managed a small smile and separated herself from the group walking next to Rick. Both turned and headed off in the direction of Roy's car when someone else spoke.
"Hang on Rick. Can you drop me off at the restaurant as well." Minmei asked.
"Yeah sure but didn't you want some ice cream with the other guys?" asked Rick.
"Ah... I've changed my mind. That's ok isn't it?" Minmei asked. Rick nodded and the three of them continued walking.
"I hope you know what you are doing, little brother?" Roy whispered to himself as he watched Rick walk away flanked by Lisa and Minmei.
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The Sterling's managed to get Dana home without disturbing her sleep. Max had just put Dana to bed and joined Miriya in the living room. Miriya would have fallen asleep herself if it was not for Max sitting next to her on the sofa.
"She's sleeping like an angel" Max said taking the spot next to his wife.
"That's good" Miriya said half yawning and placing her head on Max's shoulder.
"So... how about that surprise you promised me earlier?" Max said suggestively. No response came from his better half, which forced him to turn. Miriya had fallen asleep the instant she rested her head [...I guess I'll have to wait for my surprise...] Max carefully picked up Miriya and made his way to the bedroom.
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The trip home was awfully quite in Roy's car. Rick was driving and Minmei was in the front passenger seat while Lisa sat in the back [Damn. It's bloody quiet. May be some music...] Rick thought as reached for the radio on the center console [Man the last time this happen... Lisa...] he thought as someone grabbed his hand but this time it was Minmei.
Lisa was focusing outside the window and but kept glancing towards Minmei [What is she up to? Does she still have feelings for Rick? Has she ever confessed her feeling to Rick like I did?] Her last thought scared her the most. Lisa glanced again towards Minmei and notice that Rick was trying to get the CD player working again. Unfortunately she also witnessed Minmei reach for Rick's hand.
[So much time has passed since we where trapped inside the SDF1. I've changed and I know you have as well.] Minmei thought as she looked towards Rick who was concentrating on the road [I've moved on since then. I wonder if you have moved on as well...] Minmei saw Rick reached for the CD player and decided to test her theory.
"Rick, I think you just passed the restaurant." Lisa stated bluntly [I have to get this whole jealously thing under control...]
"What? Ah... Sorry." Rick said as he moved his hand back onto the steering wheel. Leaving Minmei clutching air. He put the Monaro into a u-turn and parked in front of the restaurant.
"Well?" Minmei asked.
"Well what?" Rick said a little dumbfounded.
"Are you going to walk me to the door. It wouldn't be very gentleman like if you didn't." Minmei said [Come on say yes...]
"Ah... Sure..." Rick said as he stepped out of the car.
[What the hell is Minmei trying to do?] Lisa thought angrily as she watched Rick and Minmei walk towards the front of the restaurant and stop. Minmei had turned around and faced Rick. Lisa couldn't hear exactly what Minmei was saying but knew she didn't like it.
"Thanks for driving me home." Minmei said
"It's no problem. We're friends after all. There is a staff meeting the day after next. I'll pick up and you can see the captain then." Rick replied.
"Rick, do you just see me as friend?" Minmei asked.
"Ah... I'm not sure what you mean?" Rick said as he ran his hand through his hair [I don't like where this is going. I'm was talking about the meeting with the captain and she decides to ask a question like this...]
"I think you know what I mean. Even you aren't that dense." Minmei said reaching for Rick's check.
"Ah... Minmei it's getting late and you had a rough day. Wouldn't it be better if we ... hmph..." Rick started to say when Minmei leaned in and kiss him on the lips. It was not lustful passionate kiss but a tender warm kiss. Before Rick could realize what was happening and start enjoying himself, Minmei had pulled away.
"Thanks and good night Rick" Minmei said as she quickly opened the restaurant door and went inside. Rick was left confused with what had happen and was looking at the front of the closed door.
"I like to get home sometime tonight, Mr. Hunter." Lisa sneered leaning against the open Monaro passenger door. She had witnessed the whole scene and even though it was Minmei who kissed Rick she was still upset with him.
"Ah... Sorry..." Rick said slightly embarrassed knowing that she was less than impressed with what had happen [Shit! Lisa saw that. This isn't going to be pretty] he thought as he hurried back to the Monaro
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[Wow... My old room is still the same] Minmei thought as she open her bedroom door. Her aunt and uncle had welcomed her back with open arms. After a quick chat they each went back to their respective bedrooms. She closed the door and fell straight onto her old bed.
[I wonder if I did the right thing? Rick didn't respond much when I kissed him. May be he doesn't like me any more... May be it was because of Lisa waiting in the car...] all sorts of thoughts ran through Minmei's mind as she slowly fell asleep.
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The car ride back to Lisa's was very awkward for Rick. He had tried to start a conversation a number of times but only got one-word responses from Lisa as well as the occasional dark glances. It had gotten to the point to where it was childish and Rick had enough.
"I don't know why you're like this? Minmei kissed me not the other way around." [I have to get a response from that. Any response will do.]
Rick's comment had truly pissed Lisa off. "You have some gall to say something like that!" Lisa half shouted.
"What? It's the truth." Rick said trying to remain calm [At least I got a response...]
"You don't get it, do you? Do you know how it felt to watch you and Minmei together after what you told me earlier tonight." Lisa said with tears running down her face.
"Why are you acting like this? Minmei had been through a lot tonight. You're just acting selfish." Rick said half shouting. Trying to remain clam had not worked.
"Selfish! You're a bastard and a liar! I hate you! Let me out of the car!" Lisa shouted as she open the passenger door.
Rick noticed this and quickly braked, pulling the car to a stop. Lisa flung the door open and ran from the car crying and angry. Rick reached over to try and stop her but it was no good. After parking the car properly he decided to go look for Lisa.
Lisa managed to find her way to a children's playground. Taking a seat on the swing her started to think about what had just happen [What I'm doing? I was totally out of line. Rick was right. Minmei needed his support tonight and all I could think about was myself. I have probably messed things up between us and he will go running back to Minmei] she thought as she cried into her hands.
Rick was starting to worry. It had been about ten minutes since Lisa ran from the car and he still had not found her [Where the hell is she? I swear these women are going to be the death of me...] he thought as he continued his search.
"I'm sorry Rick... Please forgive me..." Lisa whispered half crying to the empty playground. She had not noticed that Rick had finally found her and was just watching her from a distance [Thank God I found her]
"That's usually my line." Rick said as walked towards her.
"Rick?" Lisa said startled and turning around to see where he was. She quickly turned back around, not wanting to him see her face. She could hear his faint footsteps on the grass as he approached her.
"Just leave me alone, Rick." She said, not bothering the turn around. The footsteps stopped for a moment and then continued.
"I want to be alone." She said sternly and standing up from the swing. Lisa started to walk away when a pair of arms grab her gently from behind and pulled her into a hug.
"Let me go Rick" she said struggling to free herself from his arms with her back pressed against his body.
"Lisa, just listen, please." Rick said softy. Lisa stopped struggling for a moment and relaxed into Rick's hug.
"I know why you are upset and I'm sorry. I must have been had for you to watch what happen with myself and Minmei but what I told you earlier in the car is true." Rick's words were a faint echoed in Lisa's head as she was more concern with contact of Rick's body instead of the words. She could only murmur a response as she started to enjoy being in Rick's arms.
"Lisa, are you listening?" Rick asked slightly worried.
"Just hold me." Lisa whispered as she turned to face him wrapped her arms around Rick's waist.
"Ah... Lisa are you ok?" Rick asked.
"Don't saying anything Hunter. I'm still mad at you. I just want you to hold me." Lisa said breathing in Rick's scent as she rested her head against this chest.
Rick thought it would be best to comply as a pissed off Lisa Hayes was not something he would like to see often [Man, this as been long evening...] he thought looking up to the night sky and then resting his chin on top of Lisa's head.
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AUTHORS NOTES Apologies for the delay in update, I've been working on a Neon Genesis fic but I have not forgotten about RBP. Next chapter will start to get some VT action. Big thanks for the reviews and suggestions. Keep them coming
Wonga316