Disclaimer: I just own the now pukey Tsurugi...and I HOPE you wouldn't steal her.

Author: OMG! I haven't had any time or will to write but since I'm grounded from the internet now I have plenty of time...I'll probably end up having at least two chapters, this one and one more by the time my grounding is over. Hope you enjoy!

Chapter 21: Stealing a Person

Lupin was sitting at the kitchen table with pieces of paper scattered everywhere. Coffee was brewing in a pot and you could tell that it wasn't the first full pot he had drunk. Jigen was currently at Tsurugi's room, hopefully not standing there with hair in his hands.

"I'VE GOT IT!" Lupin yelled, starling Fujiko and Goemon. They both jumped and walked quickly to the table.

"You've got the plan?" They spoke in unison.

"Yes!" He spoke excitedly. "There's no way we can steal Tsurugi." His voice was very serious and stressed. "Now if you don't mind...I'm going to bed." He muttered stumbling off to his room leaving a very confused Fujiko and a slightly annoyed Goemon.

"Well isn't that just a bunch of crap!" Fujiko yells at the closed door. Goemon silently nods, agreeing with Fujiko, but she hadn't noticed. Still fuming Fujiko left the penthouse and her motorcycle could be heard traveling far, far away. Goemon swiftly walked over to the window and climbed to the top of the hotel and sighed.

"What have we gotten ourselves into?"

-Tsurugi's room-

"What have I gotten us into..." Jigen mumbled to himself, cringing every time Tsurugi gagged. A few moments later she stumbled form the bathroom and lied on the bed.

"What's wrong Tsurugi?" Jigen asked in the most caring tone he possibly could. Tsurugi laughed quietly before answering.

"Nothing, just tired and I really want some coffee..." She laughed again at the thought of wanting coffee. Jigen scratched his head from under his hat, a very confused sounding voice coming from his mouth.

"You, want coffee?" Tsurugi nodded softly. "Then I'll go and get you some coffee." Jigen got up and left the room and Tsurugi sighed.

"I don't even like coffee."

-At the coffee shop-

Fujiko's motorcycle was parked outside the coffee shop Jigen had just pulled up into. A smug look crossed his face as he saw her leave the shop. Summoning all his courage, he walked over to Fujiko.

"Um, Fujiko...Could I ask you a favor?" Fujiko turned to Jigen's voice and nodded, taking a sip of her coffee. "Would you mind heading back to the hotel and staying with Tsurugi until I get back with her coffee?"

"Sure Jigen, but you owe me now." Jigen just nodded, but growled angrily and walked into the shop. Fujiko took off to the hotel and headed straight up to Tsurugi's room.

-Back at Lupin's Room-

A light rap came at the door, waking Lupin from his 'nap'. He groggily walked to the door and answered it, waking up instantly when he saw who stood before him. Zenigata entered the room, unshaved and looking worse for wear.

"Lupin, where's Tsurugi?" He asked with no emotion.

"She's still in the room you two were sharing. Why?" Lupin was being a cautious as possible, trying not to piss Zenigata off.

"Because, I need to apologize." His voice still had no feeling to it but Lupin figured it was for the best. Leaving Lupin's sight, he walked towards the elevator. Lupin sighed and shook his head. "We have to get her now."

-Tsurugi's room-

Riiiiiiiing! Riiiiiiiiing! "I'll get it hun!" Fujiko said cheerfully. Picking up the phone she was surprised to hear Lupin.

"Get her out now Fujiko. Don't ask why. Just get her out of there and not through the main door." Hanging up the phone, she touched Tsurugi gently and smiled.

"We have to go right now. How do you feel about taking the fire exit?" The smile stayed there and Tsurugi just nodded. She knew it had to be done for her own safety.

"Let's go Fujiko."

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WOW! THIS IS THUS FAR THE SHORTEST CHAPTER! And I'm sorry it's been nearly a year...But I hope you enjoy! More will be coming your way soon!