Finally We Meet

"Jessica, stop that," Jet yelled, "You're going to let everyone know that I let my hormones take control. Utter this to anyone and I'll make you regret it as long as I live. I'm not in love." However, the stern look in his sister's eyes caused Jet to look down at the ground. "Ok, maybe I do care about her. But that still doesn't give you the right to go and blab it to everyone in the entire town," he hastily added.

Virginia told her friend, "You really ruined the moment. I'd finally gotten him to open up to me and let his emotions out, and you come and butt in. Thanks a lot. You don't know how hard it is to get Jet in a position where he's willing to speak to me without hiding behind a mask. It can be infuriating at times."

Jet turned away; trying to hide the growing blush on his face. "If I'm so infuriating, then why don't you kick me off the team? I was just thinking at how surprised I was that you haven't resorted to that by now. After all, I'm just an antisocial punk who prefers going solo." He was obviously mocking Gallows.

"Why should I kick you off?" Virginia inquired, "I learned to deal with your moods because I know that's the way you are. However, it isn't too late to change. You don't have to worry anymore; you have friends who accept you for who you are. There isn't any problem where you have to put up an act around us; or at least me. No matter who the Jet Enduro hiding under that tough exterior is, I'll care for him just the same." She pulled him back into her arms and hugged him; causing a blush to spread over his face.

"Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww…how cute! You make a real nice couple. Don't forget to invite me to the wedding Big Brother. It'll be real fun. Ginny'll wear a beautiful white dress that her mother wore when she got married, you'll have on a handsome suit. All the bridesmaids will be wearing long gowns with flowing sleeves. And we'll go and pick flowers at that little garden nearby. Then you'll both have a few little ones of your own that will grow up in the love of their Mommy and Daddy," Jessica described.

Instantly, the two pulled away from one another; totally embarrassed. As both Jet and Virginia stood there blushing madly, they heard the sounds of approaching footsteps. Then, a woman's voice said, "You're finally back Jessica. Emily said you were here with a few surprises. Tell me, is this the boy? He looks just like his father did at his age; except Elliot was growing a little beard since he was sixteen."

They turned around to see Jess had come to look for her daughter and see if her son was really here. She was smiling as she walked over to the youth. Deep blue eyes met violet ones, and her smile brightened. It was that only a mother who had discovered her lost child alive could muster. But she didn't embrace the youth. Jess wanted him to make the first move. However, she did touch his face and grab onto his clothing in several places to see if it was a dream or not. Jet looked quite annoyed at that move.

He swatted her hand away with annoyance. "Look, I don't like this touchy feely stuff alright! So I feel kind of funny and annoyed having you just grab onto me without permission. And listen, my body isn't exactly human anymore. I stupidly put myself in the way of a valuable experiment and got my soul stuck into the body of an artificially created man. Basically, I'm your son but I'm not who I used to be."

"But Jet," Jessica added, "You were fine when the touchy feely stuff was with Virginia. So why isn't it ok when Mom does so? She's longed to be with you for years. Or, is it because you're in love with Virginia? And don't deny it; you said that you cared for her." Both youths blushed at this one comment.

"Jet, does that really matter? You're my son and that's what I care about. Your soul, I can feel it. It's the same energy pattern as that of the child I gave birth to. Only, a new power has been awakened within your body. However, powers of the body and powers of the soul are two different things. I'm not the High Priestess for nothing. I do know about energy readings. You are still the same Jet Enduro. But you try to tell yourself that because of the accident you are no longer yourself. That's just a façade you put up to keep others from breaking through your emotional barrier. Losing your memory must have been a hurt you never got over. You knew that in order to avoid being hurt, you had to distance yourself from others. Then, even after getting it back, you are reeling over the fact that those you cared about are gone. But don't let yourself be awash in despair. Let your friends help you through these times," Jess preached.

Virginia smiled and added, "Your mom is right. We're always here for you. I don't lie when I say that I care greatly about you. People may call me naïve, but at least I know how to treat others. You lash out because you are in pain; it isn't your fault. But if you lay some of the burden onto me, I can help you to overcome the hardships in your life. Please, I love you Jet." Her luscious sapphire eyes began to tear.

Jet felt his heart beating faster than it ever had in his life. Why was this happening now? Every time that chatterbox opened her mouth, he felt like a different person. The youth thought back to the innocent childhood he'd lost after the experiment. Then, he remembered the boy who Werner Maxwell had taken in as an apprentice. 'I was like her then. Only, the reality of the world has hardened me. She, however, doesn't seem to loose herself in the madness. For some reason, I hope that never happens.'

Jessica smirked once more. "Well, are you two going to kiss again?" And yet another time, Jet and Virginia began blushing. Jet's little sister really knew how to get to a person. But the boy could sense no malice behind her eyes. Nor could he recognize the sense of humor that was present when Gallows would joke about the two together. Rather, it was the kind voice of someone who saw the truth.

"If I wanted to kiss her," Jet retorted, "And that's an 'if' not a 'when'. I would be going to some place where you wouldn't be spying and bothering us. I'm no fool; your big mouth moves faster than Virginia's. The word would be around town before I could even say 'Gella'. My private life is still my own business. You're not going to be hearing about what I may or may not do with the noisy chatterbox here."

"Well, I can tell that you really care about the young princess. She will never forsake those she cares about. I remember her as a child. And from what I can tell from her words, she hasn't changed a bit. I know you'll be a good match. If you can't tell me all about it now, then I look forward to the day when you feel comfortable enough to speak to your mother on issues. Well now, let's not stand around here all day. I invite all of you to the temple in order to have a nice dinner," Jess informed the group.

Teefa's Last Words...

Well, now we've got Jet and Virginia embarrassed…again. And both mother and daughter are playing matchmaker. Well, more fun over dinner in the next chapter.