Hi hi Its Miru88 here with a new Cowboy Bebop fic! YAY! ...I don't know if its a Yay!' but...yeah. Anyway as you should know by now. I do not own Cowboy Bebop. No. No no no no. Its really mean to have to utter those words over and over again, chapter after chapter, fic after fic...well you get it. Anyway before you read this I just want to say this fic wouldn't have been possible if it weren't for a good friend, KallitheINfamous.



It All Lead Up To This
Chapter 1
By: Miru88

She immediately stood up. His dark crimson blood ran through his shirt, staining his purple jacket. It was both her fault that their precious bounty head escaped and that he got shot, but that was the least of her concerns. God Spike! What do I do?! Oh god!' she thought.

The bullet hit him on his side. Although he had been shot before and badly beaten up he still couldn't get used to the pain, but then again who could? He was standing and became light headed very fast.

She knew that if he fell, she could never lift him. What could she do? Thoughts were racing though her head. She quickly lead him to the Redtail. As soon as he sat she removed his jacket and shirt, exposing his wound. The blood was almost everywhere. She had him use his shirt to refrain from blood loss. The engine started up and soon they were on their way to the hospital. She tried to start up a conversation with him for fear of him loosing consciousness. He understood that, but also wondered why she even cared.

Women' he thought. Then she asked the question that he himself did not know the answer to. Why did you do it Spike? she asked. The question puzzled him, but what even puzzled him more was the way she said it. There was no emotion behind it what so ever. It was as if she wanted to die... Why did I do what? he asked playing stupid. You know damn well what! her tone was fierce. Then it changed again. This time her voice was tinted with slight sorrow, Why did you save...me? He was amazed how it could change so fast like that.

She waited for an answer. Nothing came. You always said that it would be better off if I was gone...you and Jet would always say that...and that Im a selfish...so why? Why did you save me??

He hesitated at her question. Lucky for him, they landed and he was rushed into the hospital. The doctors rushed him into the emergency room where he encountered several surgical procedures. The bullet had crushed some of his rib bones and just barely missed his left lung. He had lost a large quantity of blood.

Although everything took hours, it felt as if days had passed by to Faye. She didn't know if he would have survived. She waited for the doctor to tell her everything was all right. Worrying about him isn't good for my health' she thought. She sighed. Anything that has to deal with him isn't good for my health

Speaking of health... said a voice that made her jump. It was the doctor. She feared what he would say. ...you brought in that young man right? Faye nodded slowly. She felt as if she couldn't breathe. The doctor was looking at his clip board, taking his time as she stood up and grabbed him by his collar. Hurry up and tell me if he is going to be all right, damnit! The doctor looked shocked. He'll be fine he said. With relief, Faye sat back down and sighed. the doctor readjusted his collar and walked away.

Excuse me? Can you tell me where Spike Spiegel is staying? Faye asked a blonde haired nurse. the nurse repeated thoughtfully. Oh, yes...thats right. He's in 423. Faye nods her head and turns for the elevator. Wait!!! are you a relative? I cant let you go in if you aren't... the nurse says smiling. WHAT?! But Im the one who brought him in!! she exclaimed. Yes...that's right.....but are you a relative? Hearing those words made Faye twitch. ME RELATED TO HIM?! YOU GOTTA BE KIDDING!' she thought. She smiled reassuringly at the nurse and told her, Im.....umm....his wife. She cursed herself for saying that very sentence.

As she took the elevator up to the fourth floor she wondered why he did this for her. As she walked in the door she heard a voice. That same nurse she was talking to earlier was talking to Spike. The nurse giggled right when Faye took a step in. Darling! Im glad to see you! Spike grinned. Faye slowly narrowed her eyes and silently told the blonde nurse to leave. As the nurse slipped out of the room Faye nearly hit the roof. Excuse me? Darling! Im glad to see you'?
He grinned again getting pleasure out of making her mad. I recently heard you were my wife. His grin got even wider when he saw her twitch. Odd enough, it made him interested to hear that she had said that.

I had to say that in order to come up here you idiot. she glared at him.
You could have said that you were my cousin. he pointed out smartly.
I HAD TO COME UP WITH IT RIGHT AWAY OKAY?!
..or my sister he continued to list ignoring her last comment.
Oh shut up already! She was annoyed to the max already. What do you want from me?!
Why did you say you were my he questioned, seriously wanting to know the answer. There was a long silence. She was about to answer, but then remembered that he didn't answer her question earlier.
Well WHY did you jump in front of me? huh? Once again silence. As soon as he twitched she burst out laughing.
What's so damn funny? he asked a little angered by her sudden hysterics.
Oh god Spike! Are you really that stupid? She closed her eyes and made a huge smile. Its so obvious that you want me.
he glared at her angrily. More like you want me.' he thought.

Both of them were quiet and stared at each other for a moment. Faye's smile disappeared and grew serious. she said in almost a whisper.
He hesitated for a moment. he asked trying to play it cool.
I never thought I'd say this to you. I mean you of all people right?
Get to the point Faye, I need my rest.
She glared at him. I just wanted to say...thank you. I'd pay you back if I could. she grinned.

The same nurse from earlier walked back into the room. She carried a tray of hospital food. Oh, Mrs. Spiegel! You're still here? Spike instinctively looked at Faye, who looked very annoyed and was twitching. Yes, I was just leaving though. Thank you ...umm?
Its Barbera.
Thank you Barbera.
No problem Mrs. Spiegel. Barbera replied cheerfully.

Spike couldn't handle it anymore. He burst out laughing. That's when Faye snapped. She narrowed her eyes as she stepped closer to him. You just don't get it! Why did you even bother if you are going to act this way? Huh? WHY? Why did you even bother to jump in front of the bullet? Look at you! I could have been dead if it wasn't for you. No, you just had to think about yourself and save me. What if I wanted to die?! she yelled fierce with anger.

He was shocked. Not at her sudden anger, he was used to that, but he was shocked at her words. What do you mean?! Did you want to die? I did you a fucking favor and anyway you said thank you' to me and that you'd pay me back if you could!!! he yelled back.

Faye was close to tears. She didn't even know why. You would have done me the favor if you let me die! Then everything would end...I wouldn't have to catch stupid bounty heads with you for money. I wouldn't have to worry about money and most of all I wouldn't have to deal with YOU!

This whole time Barbera was watching with fear in her eyes. It sounds like you guys are having a hard time...maybe you should take the time to work things out in your marriage? Both Spike and Faye looked at Barbera in confusion. I mean...why don't you just talk to each other? You don't need stress at a time like this. she smiled.
What are you saying? asked Spike.

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A/N: hmmm what is she saying??? I know I know It wasn't all that great right? Well I promise it will get better! Just please review for me!!! Please?