Chapter Three
"And then, the idiot decides he'd actually try and run for it, with his pants around his ankles!" Nigel cried happily, making both he and Abby laugh with delight. As they both slowly began to settle down slightly, Nigel couldn't help but smile at her.
"What, does Numbuh 5 have somethang on her face?" She asked.
He merely nodded. "Yeah, you have a smile. The first one I've seen in months."
Abby blushed a shade of baby pink, and turned away slightly. Nigel's frow furrowed as his team mate's face began to straighten back out. "What's up Numbuh 5? I've noticed you haven't been yourself."
"Awww, it's nothang Numbuh 1." she replied, forcing a huge smile. "If it was bothering me, I'd tell you. You know I wouldn't keep a secret from you."
"Yes I know." He shifted his position on his bed so he could place her hands in between his own. "And you know you can come to me for anything."
"Sure do Numbuh 1." She gave him a hug of comfort in which he returned gratefully. "You're the best."
Abby let go and smiled once more before getting up and leaving the British boy. She knew he would understand her situation, but like Kuki had said, she didn't want to get her hopes too high. After all, it may never happen. She went to retreat back to her own room, when a familiar Australian stepped out from leaning upon his doorframe.
"Had fun?" He asked in a sly tone. Abby merely shrugged.
"Sure, why not? I mean, Numbuh1 is the coolest guy I know. Why would I not have fun with him?"
"It was just a question, no need to get snappy." He turned on his heel and headed for is girlfriend's room. Abby smiled as he assumed Nigel was the one she was after. He didn't realise how dumb he really was, not that Kuki cared anyway. Abby shook her head and began to continue her path, when she heard a huge crash outside. Hoagie stuck his head out from his room as Abby whizzed around in panic.
"What the heck was that?" He asked, falling into step with Abby as they made their way to the elevator.
"I have no idea, but it can't be good." She replied, as she crammed into the elevator with the American. The next second, the other three had slipped in as the door closed. Abby was crushed against the back with Nigel crushed against her, his hands either side of her waist.
"Guys, you know this elevator can't fit more than three people in here." She complained as Kuki jumped up on Wally's back.
"Yes Numbuh 5, but this is an emergency." Nigel replied, his lips inches from hers. At this point she felt very uncomfortable. She felt the elevator come to a halt, and the team piled out, Kuki flailing her arms around in excitement as she bounced around of her boyfriend's back. Abby skidded to a halt and covered her mouth in horror at the sight they had encountered…
A Moon Base aircraft completely smashed to pieces. The left wing had been completely shot off, cables sparking. All windshields had been shattered, the front one had fallen into the interior. Dents and tears visible upon the under of the side sitting vehicle, and the hatch had been bent backwards, creating a ramp.
"Oh my god…" Wally said as he placed Kuki on the ground. "What sick villain thought of this?"
"Alright, I want Numbuh's 2, 3 and 4 to…"Nigel started, but was cut off by two heads poking out of the ship's exit. He immediately recognized them as the twins Numbuh 44 and 44. They both seemed to be struggling to get out, and as they reached the ramp Nigel could see why. They were both carrying out the pilot of the ship, Numbuh 254. Kuki covered her mouth in complete shock and wiped her eyes, as the twins carried the unconscious girl out into the open. They were both in an ok condition; both merely having bruises and cuts upon their visible skin. 254 on the other hand, was worse for wear. Her breathing was weak and irregular, and her body was bloody and battered. Her helmet seemed to have had something smashed against it, as it was bent at an odd angle.
"Right, Numbuh 3, help the twins and take Numbuh 254 to your room." Nigel instructed, nodding to the twins as they picked up their pace. Kuki saluted Nigel and ushered the twins into the elevator. "Right, Numbuh 4 and 5, I want you to wait and see if anyone else comes out. If not, go in and check. Numbuh 2, you and I will be on standby for first aid. We'll go and attend to 254 and the twins."
Abby and Wally nodded and watched their teammates rush inside. They looked at the hatch, and before they both knew it, Abby had rushed up to look. She couldn't just wait and see if anyone came out, she had to go in and help. She ran up the ramp, and delicately flipped down. The next second, she heard a thump behind her, and turned to see that Wally had followed her in.
"You got the same idea as Numbuh 5, huh?" She asked, surveying the wreckage surrounding them.
"Yeah…" He looked around, and grabbed her arm. "C'mon, I can hear voices in the main area."
As they got closer, Abby could hear groaning and screaming, and knew the others were in trouble. She kicked the door completely off its hinges, and noticed the owners of the cries. Numbuh 86 was straining to push a heavy piece of the ship off 99, who had his leg pinned tightly. As she attempted to push, a bloodstain on her jumper was becoming larger.
"Hold on Numbuh 99, we gotcha back." Abby said as she and Wally grabbed the piece of ship and lifted it slowly. 99 slowly crawled out, and felt arms fling around his neck from behind. He was surprised that his boss was currently sobbing in his shoulder blade, but held her hand reassuringly. He went to get up, but winced, as his leg was lifeless.
"You alright Numbuh 99?" Abby asked, grabbing a hand and helping him up.
"I think my leg's broken." He obviously stated. "Num… I mean, sir, you alright?"
Francine seemed a little weak. "I feel dizzy…" She grabbed her side tightly, and fell as her legs turned to jelly. Wally placed his hands under her legs and back, and easily lifted her limp body.
"Let's get these guys up to the tree house." Abby said, serving as a crutch for Numbuh 99. "Take Numbuh 86 to Numbuh 5's room. I'll take 99 to yours."
"Right." Wally looked in confusion as he carried his superior operative to the elevator. He wondered whether or not this "secretive" new foe had attacked them or not.
"Man, she's heavy when she's not awake." He grumbled as he placed Francine down on Abby's bed gently. He turned around to find Kuki standing in the doorway, tears sliding down her cheeks.
"Who would do such a thing?" She hiccupped, bringing in a first aid kit. "Who'd wanna hurt Fanny?"
"Well, whoever it was, they're gonna pay for it." Wally said, punching the air. "Don't worry Kuki."
"I'm sorry if I sound rude, but can you please leave while I address to her wound?" Kuki asked, pulling up the other girl's sweater. Wally turned around and left. And as he shoved his hands into his pockets, he kept thinking about the crash, and how badly this new foe was asking for it.
