Hello there

it's been a long-ass two months since the last time I uploaded, I have been trying to finish this chapter up as I was also doing part 2 for this chapter, the reason why it was that late... thesis and final exams... yes, I was so focused on finishing both up and it was a success, so that's a good thing.

in this chapter, our crew finally met the 3rd pilot, or what she wanted to be known as the NERV's ace pilot. this is kinda felt short at the moment but the next part of the same chapter will be a bit longer so hold your horses.

thank you all for reading it once again and please give some reviews or follow for this story

once again

Neon Genesis Evangelion belongs to GAINAX, or Hideaki Onno

Transformers belong to HASBRO

Let's begin, shall we?


In the morning...

Up in the air was a whirling helicopter rode by Misato & Shinji, who were currently joined by Toji & Kensuke via an invitation by Misato to join their trip... while Rei declined, stating that she had other things to do.

"A Mi-55d transport helicopter!" Kensuke clamored as he can't hide his excitement "I never thought I'd get the chance to truly ride one!" he said as he turned to Shinji by his side.

"As they say, "Good friends are a great blessing"! Right, Shinji?" Kensuke exclaimed as he was surprised "Eh?" he groaned.

Misato turned around as she elucidated, "You must be going stir crazy, being stuck in the mountains every day. So I thought I'd invite you all out on a Sunday date."

Toji's face beamed up "You mean today is a real date, Ms. Misato?" he asked as he fixed himself a bit to display his masculinity "I bought this hat just for today, Ms. Misato!" he explained as Shinji's eyes got bored of his friends and wondered "So, where are we going?" he questioned.

"To appreciate a lovely cruise on the Pacific aboard a luxury liner," she explained as she winked.

Passing further the clouds was a whole fleet of an army of ships as Kensuke was captivated.

"Whoa! Five carriers & Four battleships! It's a huge fleet!" Kensuke clamored "THIS is what good friends are for!" he shouted while the other two were... mixed.

"THAT'S your gorgeous ship?" Toji questioned. not enjoying the idea of the "date" on a ship liner while Kensuke argued back.

"YEP! SHE SURE IS GORGEOUS!" he kept on explaining "That's the carrier, that's the pride of the UN fleet, the Over the Rainbow!" He hyped up

"It's huge!" Shinji commented as everyone else kept on looking at the enormous fleet.

"I'm amazed at the fact that old relic can stay afloat." She complimented

"It's no relic! It's a vintage classic before the second impact!" Kensuke agreed as they were preparing to disembark on the helipad.

On the captain's deck were two unknown captains in their old age, who were not impressed with their circumstances because of the cost and demand of delivery "Give me a break! Their toy needed a special plug, so they had one delivered! Like some damn errand boys!"

"Oh, cool! This is simply too cool!" Kensuke is mesmerized by the fleet's surroundings as he walked around while holding his camera "Real men shed tears for this kind of thing! Oh, cool!" He shouted.

"Hey! w-wait up!" Toji yelled as he was trying to catch his cap, Shinji stretched while Misato felt embarrassed with a book on her chest as they walked by the crew members.

Damn it! Stop! stop already!" Toji cried.

The cap landed on someone's foot, wearing some red jane shoes, as Toji caught up and felt relieved... until it was stomped over.

"Hello, Misato. How have you been?" an unknown young girl's voice asked while Toji was frustrated, maintaining his anger for what she have done to his cap.

"Not bad. Hey, have you grown in more than just the height?" Misato asked.

"Yep. And I'm filling it out in all the right areas, too." She responded while Toji was endeavoring to pry off his cap from her foot.

"Allow me to introduce the Second Children, Evangelion Unit 02's designated pilot. Asuka Langley Soryu." Misato is introduced to the three stooges.

It was revealed to be a young girl, probably their age, with a long red hair mane and wearing a yellow sundress that was fit for her, with a smile on her face.

... said smile was no longer present as the wind current accidentally exposed her panties, making everyone witness it in the process.

Plenty of slap was heard.

"What the heck was that for?!" Toji questioned. The three stooges got a slap mark on their cheeks for that kind of free viewing.

"Admission for the show. I'd call that a bargain, don't you think?" Asuka gloated. Toji did not like that tone and decided to do some retaliation.

"Say what?! Okay then, take a look at this!" He roared as he dropped his pants. Asuka was shocked by his actions, so she slapped him a couple of times while Shinji and Kensuke looked away, feeling disappointed in their friend's action, Misato, meanwhile, just watched them.

"So, which one is the famous Third Children that I keep hearing about?" Asuka asked as she turned to Toji, who had now two red hand marks, turned away.

Fearing that it was him "Don't tell me it's this sleazebag!" she commented.

Misato shakes her head "No. This is him." She answered as she pointed at Shinji.

Asuka squinted her eyes for a long stare, processing her head on her thoughts at Shinji as she didn't expect the shy kid to being the third pilot.

"Doesn't seem like much, he looks dull," she commented.


In the captain crew's deck...

"Ah, I assumed you were the leader of some Boy Scouts. But it seems I was mistaken. I apologize for the misunderstanding." the shorter captain said as both looks were looking at her I.D, in which she have a slouch-like face expression on the photo.

"Thank you for being so understanding, Captain," she replied.

"Not at all. thank you for allowing me to babysit some kids." the captain commented while Kensuke kept looking around with his camera and excitement.

"We appreciate your cooperation in transporting Eva-02. Here are the specifications for the emergency electrical plug." She explained as she handed out some papers to them.

The captain wasn't happy with the request given "Hmph. I never received or heard any official request to activate that around here at the sea."

"Perhaps you could think of it as a precaution in case of emergency?" She suggested.

"That's why the Pacific Fleet is escorting it. Since when did the U. N Forces

become a cargo service?" He stated.

"As I recall, it was just after a certain agency was founded, sir." the taller captain replied.

"Quite an extravaganza escort for delivering a single toy." he explained " Afterall. The entire Pacific Fleet was here."

"I'd say this isn't enough. Given the importance of the Evangelions," She explained again as she handed out the request form with a smile on her face

"Would you sign this document?"

"Not yet. Eva-02 and its pilot have been entrusted to us by Germany's Third Branch," he elucidated as Misato's eyes started to get twitching, not holding its patience any longer. While Asuka smugged proudly.

'The nerve on these two... URGH' Misato thought as she had many ideas if she can strangle them, but she must not as she has a job to do- make them agree to the proposal.

"You can't just do as you please!" he declined.

She paused for a second to think constructively "Then... When will you transfer them?"

"Once we have unloaded at New Yokosuka." The taller captain answered.

"The ocean is our jurisdiction. You will obey our orders here." The shorter captain declared.

"Very well then." She said as she closed her small notebook "But remember that in case of an emergency was needed, Nerv's authority overrides yours." She said as Shinji was surprised while Toji admired her authority side.

"What a badass!" Toji complimented.

"She's practically like Ms. Ritsuko..." Shinji commented.

"Dignified as ever, I see." a smooth male voice said.

Kaji-senpai!" Asuka hollered.

Everyone turned around to see a man in his late 20s, donning a ponytail style with stubble on his chin, a blue long sleeve shirt with a red tie, navy pants, and black shoes, waving with a small smile.

Misato's reaction turned from confusion to shock once she saw this man as her reaction slowly changed to annoyance.

"Kaji! I don't recall inviting you up to the bridge!" the smaller captain said.

"My apologies," Kaji noted.


A few minutes later...

"If you'll excuse us, then. We're counting on you to escort us to New Yokosuka as ordered." Misato spoke.

"This is a date?" Toji gossiped.

"This is too cool!" Kensuke clamored.

All of them were left on the captain's deck.

"Shit! those kids are seriously going to save the world?" The shorter captain asked.

They have doubts no less because of their saviors from the giant angels and saving their planet... were left in the hands-on a bunch of young teenagers controlling robots. What if some teenage hormones or drama overtook their minds? what will they do by then?

"Times have changed... I heard that Congress has also pinned high hopes for those robots." The taller captain clarified.

"For those toys?! Those damn fools!" the short captain shouted as they turned around to see the other ship behind them with a giant tarpaulin covering something "If they have that kind of cash, it would be better spent on us!" He commented.

"Indeed" the taller captain agreed.

"Hey... by the way, why did we even have three oddly colored F-15 eagles?" the taller captain questioned.

'F-15 eagles?... surely we got many jets ready, but why three specifically?' the short captain assumed as he got curious, three jets? colored?

"Please elaborate more about this."


In the Elevator...

"What the heck are you doing here?!" Misato shouted as everyone was in a predicament.

Kaji was on her side with his left arm being held, Shinji being on her chest, which made him blush, Kensuke on the front right, not minding his own business, Asuka, being on Kaji's right side, unamused, and finally, Toji, being squashed on the front.

"I'm her guardian. Germany sent me along." Kaji replied

"How could I have missed this?! I should have anticipated this!" Misato commented sarcastically.

Both girls felt someone was touching them... inappropriately.

"HEY! DON'T TOUCH ME!" Both Asuka & Misato yelled angrily.

"I can't help it!" Both Kaji & Toji Apologized.


In the dining room...

The room was tense as the young teenagers were looking at the adults same time, Misato did not glance and felt annoyed while Kaji, hand on his chin, just grinned.

"So... You seeing anyone?" Kaji asked.

"And that would be your business WHY?" Misato dismissed his question as she wasn't entertained.

"Ouch! Why the cold shoulder?" He playfully felt hurt as he drinks his tea. Kaji turned to Shinji as he clasp both his hands with interest.

"So, I hear you're living with Katsuragi?" He asked and Shinji nodded.

"Does she still flop around in her sleep?" He asked again with a small smirk. Everyone at the table was shocked, except Shinji.

Because they didn't know Kaji's connection with Misato, and asking like that seems out of the ordinary.

"Wha- Wha-" Misato muttered.

With a blush like a full-on tomato, She lunged forward at Kaji, who still wore his smug smirk.

"W-What are you talking about?!" She yelled as he turned to Shinji.

"I take it she hasn't changed, has she, Mister Shinji Ikari?" He asked. Misato turned to Shinji with a mortified face.

"Well...Hey, how did you know my name?" Shinji quickly changed the topic since he didn't comprehend how Kaji knew him.

"Of course! Why wouldn't I?" Kaji retorted.

"In our world, you're a celebrity in the business. The Third Child is the boy who piloted an Eva without any prior training." Kaji applauded while Asuka felt irked when she darted her eyes at him, getting all the praise.

"C-Come on, that was just luck," Shinji reacted while scratching his head shyly.

"Luck is part of your destiny. It's your talent, pure and simple." Kaji, still complementing, stood up. Not caring the fact that Toji & Kensuke were still unhinged by the circumstances with their shocked face while Misato was just holding her head in dismay.

"Well, I'll see you later," Kaji said.

"Yes, sir." Shinji complied.

"This has got to be a bad joke..." Misato murmured.


Soon after...

Kaji was darting around on the dock platform so that he can smoke his blunt and was about to light up his cigarette when he witnessed something peculiar...

A trio of F-15 eagles was nicely parked, whereas the unconventional element that stood out the most... they were a colorful bunch instead of following the dark mute color tone.

On the right was a black colored body with silver intakes and purple pinstripes and tail fins, on the middle, was a white-colored body with red intakes and blue pinstripes and tail fins, and finally, on the left was a baby blue body with silver intakes and red pinstripes and black tail fins.

Kaji never recalled ANY of these jets being legally released nor being notified by the fleet about the manner.

"Sweet... these jets sure stand out with these colors" He commented as he walked around the three jets until he noticed something already on the wings.

All three wore the same insignia, a Stylized robot face that looked angry with triangles and a crest on the forehead.

'This doesn't seem right... was there a group that does look like this' Kaji felt more bewildered as he has never seen these insignia before, he'll have to examine further to give an idea of who was working behind these said insignia.

This is a concerning matter because he knew that these jets were unordinary of the bunch.


In the escalator...

Misato, Shinji, Toji & Kensuke were just standing as they were coasting up via the escalator.

"Man, that captain's attitude gets on my nerves" Toji lamented.

"He's a proud man. Pride can make you sarcastic" Misato calmly responded.

"Mr. Kaji sure seems like a fun and a pretty lively person," Shinji stated.

"He hasn't changed one bit, that jerk!" Misato differed.

On the top end of the escalator was Asuka, waiting.

"Third Child!" she shouted.

Everyone looked at her.

"Come with me for a minute," she ordered.


A few minutes later...

Both Shinji & Asuka were at the other side of the ship as she pulled up the tarpaulin and showed Shinji something.

"Wow, Unit 02 is red... I didn't know that." Shinji complimented.

"It's not just the paint job that makes it special." She replied as they went inside.

Shinji was examining with curiosity on her EVA unit while Asuka was on the top of it.

"After all, Units 00 and 01 were created as part of a developmental-use prototype and test type. The fact that you could synch with yours without any training proves it." she explained as Shinji felt unamused, not understanding what was she trying to say

"But Unit 02 here is different! Mine was built for combat operations, the world's first real Evangelion! It's the final model!" She concludes with a bang of an introduction to her EVA unit.

A Bang was heard as the ground vibrated with both Asuka and Shinji.

"What was that?" Shinji shouted as he felt uneasy

"An underwater shock wave!" Asuka answered as her demeanor got serious

"That blast was nearby," she muttered.

Both ran outside to see one of the ships getting annihilated unknowingly and one got demolished in the process.

"Is that..." Shinji didn't complete his verdict.

"Could it be an angel?!" He concluded.

"That's an actual angel?" Asuka asked.

The ships kept getting destroyed, creating the crisis a lot worse.

"What do we do? We have to go back to where Ms. Misato is!" He said in a panicked manner.

Asuka was going to agree with Shinji, but... she discovered something as because they were close to her EVA unit, and wanted to demonstrate that she was the most suitable pilot, she wore a smug smile on her look.

"This is my chance!" She enamored.


Yeah, that's part 1 of 2 for this Episode 3

stay tuned for the part 2 of 2 for this Episode

PEACE out

(... because I got no more words to add...)