A/N: This is just a side story that goes along with FF7 2: The Journey (My Final Fantasy 7 Fanfiction) . It is about Jessica's past and ties in with the flashback Lucrecia shows Vincent in the game. It also ties Jessi to the game and my fanfic and reveals everything about her. Enjoy!
Chapter One Lucrecia's Secret
Vincent was still trying to convince Lucrecia that she should not trust Hojo and to get away from him while she still could; but Lucrecia just waved him away.
"Vincent, I assure you that I can take care of myself, do not worry about Hojo, he is a brilliant man and knows what he is doing."
Vincent furrowed his brow and frowned slightly.
"I just don't want you to end up as one of his twisted experiments…"
He placed his hands on her shoulders and had a concerned look on his face; she frowned and stepped away from him.
"Vincent, I have to tell you…"
There were steady footsteps approaching quickly and quiet voices along with them.
"The plan is sure to work, all that needs to be done is to have a quick "romp" with the host and wait for the test subject to develop…"
"I am not sure about this Hojo, this is extremely risky…"
Vincent and Lucrecia turned as the door opened and Dr. Gast and Professor Hojo entered.
"Valentine! What are…oh, Lucrecia, always a pleasure to see you." Hojo kissed Lucrecia's hand softly and she looked away, flushing slightly. Vincent scowled at him and Hojo returned the look; Dr. Gast cleared his throat.
"Lucrecia, dear, I have a surprise for you."
Lucrecia looked at him inquiringly and Hojo slid one arm around her waist and they headed out the door.
"Come, we'll show you."
Vincent felt his blood boil as Hojo shot him a vicious smile, knowing how Vincent felt about the beautiful scientist.
"Mr. Valentine, I still need a word with you so please join us." Lucrecia said. Vincent smirked as Hojo's face showed surprise and then anger.
"Lucrecia, he has no place in our business…" Hojo began.
"He is our security guard so yes, he does, plus he is a good friend and has every right to be here as I do professor."
Dr. Gast smirked; Hojo couldn't win with a beautiful woman. They went down into the basement of the Shin-Ra mansion and entered the labs. A young woman was walking along the sides of the tables, observing the other scientists. Lucrecia's jaw dropped as she said aloud, "Jessica?" The woman turned around and Vincent noticed she was actually a young girl, and looked uncannily like Lucrecia. The girl smiled and said warmly "Hi Licorice!" Lucrecia laughed happily and walked quickly over to the young scientist; She embraced her and laughed.
"Look how you have grown! How have you been? Oh it's so good to see you!"
Vincent and Dr. Gast joined Lucrecia while Hojo left to attend some business. Lucrecia smiled at them both and introduced Jessica to Vincent.
"This is my younger sister Mr. Valentine, she is the second oldest daughter in my family."
Jessica extended her hand and Vincent shook it.
"I see that beauty is a trait that runs in your family doctor." Vincent said.
Jessica smiled and blushed while Lucrecia nodded.
"Both beauty and brains," she said
"And both a deadly combination when a woman has them," Dr. Gast stated.
"Very deadly indeed while being used on the opposite sex." He winked at the girls and they smiled.
"Thank you Dr. Gast, I haven't seen Jessi since I left home for college. How long is she staying?"
"I am staying for quite a long time," Jessi answered, "Dr. Gast has given me a position here so I can be with you."
Vincent gave Gast a surprised look while Lucrecia beamed at him and Jessi.
"But Doctor, she is merely a young girl, shouldn't she finish her schooling first?"
"Don't be so quick to judge my sister Vincent." Lucrecia placed her hand on Jessica's shoulder.
"I apologize, she doesn't look a day over fifteen."
"Looks can be deceiving Mr. Valentine." Jessi said. Dr. Gast nodded.
"Jessica finished school when she was only thirteen and finished her college classes only two years ago; she is just as brilliant as her sister and we could use her help. Treat her just as you would her older sister, understood?"
Vincent nodded, "Yes Doctor, I apologize."
Gast waved his hand, "Jessi and I have to discuss some things now so you and Lucrecia may go."
Vincent nodded again and bowed, Lucrecia said goodbye and she would see everyone later. The both of them climbed up the cool stone stairway and exited the mansion. Vincent slipped his arm in hers and she looked at him.
"Vincent, I know that you hate Hojo and don't trust him, but you need to understand something."
Vincent stopped and looked at her questioningly.
"Hojo and I not only are colleagues, we are also involved with each other."