How's everyone doing so far? Sorry for the delay I've been working on two different stories and it's been hard working on them. At least I can work on this one again. Hope some of you enjoyed the last chapter. Here is another part of SF. Enjoy and I hope it's really a good chapter for most of you that read it.
48 hours later
March 24, 06:35 hrs
Corneria's Hospital
Fox woke up and noticed that he was in a hospital room and saw his chest was wrapped up with bandages and he gently placed his hand on his wound and he could feel the stitches through the bandage wrap. He wanted to get up but knew that he would still feel pain. He heard a snore to his left and noticed that his father was their along with his son. He saw that they were still in a peace full sleep but then felt something in his palm, he noticed that their was a paper in his hand. He opened up the folded paper and read the letter which happened to be by Krystal.
After reading it Fox knows where she is now. She's waiting for him a Sauria, but on the letter she said that she can wait until he's well enough walk. Fox was ready for this but he needed to rest still since it's been five days after taking out Wolf and his Inner Circle. It would take another few days for him to be well enough to travel but knows that the pain will still be their but not as bad as he felt it the first time he was stabbed. He wanted to wake his father up but realized that it's better not to until he wakes up himself. He wanted to go back to sleep but couldn't it since he slept for a quite some time. The next couple of days well determine if he will return home soon.
3 days later
10:21 hrs
Fox was released from the hospital since he managed to get on his feet but still hadn't recover all of his strength just yet. He was at his house lying on the couch resting and letting his son nap for the time being. Fox felt pain at times in his chest but knows that it'll be gone soon. He knew about the stitches that were still on him and the in about three weeks they were going to be removed. Fox's father was there as well helping him out since he didn't have his own place just yet.
Fox was expecting Falco, Slippy and Peppy to come by soon for lunch. They wanted to see how he was after taking stab to the chest by Wolf. His day was going to be an interesting one having all of his friends here at his place and it was going to be a shocker for those who don't know that Fox's father was still alive and well. At least his father was getting lunch prepared.
12:30 hrs
Falco and Peppy were the first to arrive and the were greeted by James McCloud. It was a shocker for Peppy when he heard about James being a prisoner and alive for so long without them knowing. It wouldn't be long until Slippy Toad arrives, he said that he was bringing Amanda since they both were living in Aquas. He heard about how Fox joined the Task Force. Aquas for him was great but he felt that it just wasn't the same with out his friends and Amanda could tell that he missed them a lot. Fox was still lying on the couch since it was best for him to stay their for the time being until the food was done.
A few minutes later Slippy and Amanda arrived at Fox's place, and Peppy let them inside and Slippy saw were Fox was. Slippy walked up to him and they both shook hands. Slippy then spoke. "How've been doing so far Fox?" Fox responded. "It's been great so far and I know you heard about what happen to me." Slippy nodded but he's yet to see Fox's son and father.
They continued to talk for a little bit more until Fox's father James came into the room and said that lunch was ready. Slippy was wide eye and in deep shock to see Fox's father alive and here at Fox's place. Fox began to explain to Slippy about how he found his father in the Venom Prison. About 15 minutes later James called to them that lunch was now ready. Slippy helped Fox up and Fox sat up slowly and then stood up and they walked to the kitchen. Fox and the rest sat down and so did the rest. Just then Fox's son came into the kitchen. Slippy was shocked again and asked Fox if this is his son. Fox nodded and said that he would tell him after they eat. Slippy nodded and they all began to eat lunch.
30 minutes later
Fox was explaining to Slippy about his son and told him about Fara on how they reencountered and how she had his son, and her death. Slippy was impressed about how Fox's life is now. He never thought Fox would be an operative. This is something he never thought that Fox would do at all. Slippy see's that Fox is more happier then he's ever been then before. Slippy asked about the Task Force and Fox told him that it's a Counter Terrorist Special Operations force that serves and protects against terrorist attacks. Slippy was wanting to join the Spec. Ops. since he was well with equipment and other things. Fox would have to get in contact with his CO to let him know about Slippy wanting to join the Spec. Ops. unit. Slippy was wanting to return to Corneria since he never felt the same in Aquas but knows that it will always be his home when he retires completely, but also felt that Corneria is his other home as well. Fox's day was going well so far getting to meet his friends again.
2 weeks later
May 10, 04:21 hrs
Safehouse
Fox was now well enough and was now walking very well, he has regained almost all of his strength but still needed to be careful. Fox along with Roach were getting their stuff for their journey to Sauria. Since Fox wasn't cleared to use rifles just yet, they both would go with their side arms only. They both had their shoulder holsters ready. They both went in their sand digital uniform and sand tactical boots. Not too long ago Roach managed to get approval to build a Command Post near Walled City and a safe house on the mountains of Thorn Tail Hollow. Sauria would make it's alliance to Corneria one day but they had to remain Neutral until the time comes. Corneria and the Task Force were allowed to have troops on Sauria but as a resting area for them until they travel to their destination.
Fox asked his father if he could watch James for him for the next 3 days and his Father agreed to watch him while he was going to search for Krystal.
They got their shoulder holsters on and Roach selected the Five Seven pistol and the 20 round magazines. Fox went with M9. They had their things ready and were on their way too the ship that was going to take them to Sauria. They arrived at the ship and boarded it. It was now time for them to travel.
18:37hrs
Walled City, Sauria
Command Post
Fox and Roach arrived in Sauria and Fox was looking around and seeing that things were still the same when he first arrived. He knows that Tricky was around and was probably doing some important things before calling it a day. It wouldn't take him long to find Tricky since he was coming back to Walled City. Tricky noticed that Fox was here and was shocked to see him again. He didn't expect him to come for some time. They both walked up to each other and Tricky spoke. "Fox, it's great to see you again." Fox responded. "It's great to see you too Tricky. If you haven't known I was wounded in combat and I'm still in recovery due to it." Tricky nodded and understands what he says. He wanted to pounce on him but felt that it wouldn't be polite to do it right now. They both began to talk to one another and walking back to the Walled City.
It wasn't long after that Tricky said he was going back inside to help out his wife with the kids to get them to sleep and told him he would come back later on tonight before going to sleep himself.
Not too far from Walled City, Krystal was watching from a distance and noticed Fox talking to Tricky and she didn't want to go in his mind because she thought that he would know where she is right at this moment. She began to walk closer to the city. She could see Fox finishing up his chat with Tricky and then they both went their separate ways for now. She knows that it was now time for them to be together once again after so many years apart. She was ready to be with Fox again.
Fox moved to a big boulder that was just on the outside of Walled City and was leaning on it and looking out to the North East seeing the open area. Their wasn't much for him to do since it was just another relaxing day for him to just rest up and take it easy. What he doesn't know is that Krystal was behind him and she was just standing their and smiling. She then placed her hand on his left shoulder and Fox was shocked and he slowly turned around and saw the only person that he was wanting to see for such a long time. He then spoke. "Krystal?" She nodded and had tears in her eyes and she instntly hugged Fox. Fox hugged her back but she was hugging him a bit to hard and grunted from the pain and Krystal wonder what's wrong still and pulled out. Fox told her that he still had the stitches on him and he's still sore from his wound.
Krystal felt bad for hurting him right now, but she knows that Fox forgives her. She then asked him. "Why don't you get the Krazoa's to heal you completely?" Fox responded. "Can't, the Spec. Ops. isn't allowed to get help from neutral worlds. The Krazoa's would agree to this as well, only if Sauria gets attacked by Venom then yes I would ask them, but the Krazoa's won't help me at all. I got to recover the long way. Don't worry, I will be okay as long as your were with me, nothing will happen."
She just looked at him and smiled and the two hugged each other again and this time Krystal was more careful now since Fox is still recovering from his stab wound from the chest she felt that it was going to be some time until it's fully healed completely.
They then both just looked out in the area and were just enjoying what they were seeing at the moment. Fox felt relieved that now he's back with Krystal.
The sun completely set and they both were walking to the Command Post where Roach was at, they both were walking back hand in hand. As they approached the Command Post, Fox saw Roach on the third floor balcony and he was sitting on one of his chairs and enjoying the view. He would soon tell Krystal that his CO is a human. The two enter the building and Krystal was shocked at what she was seeing.
Fox explained everything about the Spec. Ops since she needed to know more about them. It would take him about an hour and a half to get her to understand everything he told her and that she would be introduced to Roach in the morning. Fox then goes to the kitchen to see what they can both eat before having to go to bed. Krystal then asked him where his room was and he told her that is was on the second floor third door on the left. He decided to show her first and then they could eat.
After showing her his room Fox was back in the kitchen making a some dinner for him and Krystal. Alot was now going through his mind, now that he has finally reunited with Krystal, he felt much more happier then before. He decided to make some steak with bake potatoes and butter. He probably that that she was going to shower but not at the moment. She was just looking at his room and could see that this was something she has never seen anything like this before. She then looked at some of the images that he has of him, Roach, Falco and couple other operatives. She then looked at one of the images and saw something written on it and it said 'OP BlackJack' she figured it had to be Operation BlackJack and it showed Fox, Roach, Falco, and the Delta Force that joined them. She never knew that these humans could help out the Lylat System.
45 minutes later
Fox had finished making the food and Krystal could tell that he was done thanks to her telepath and headed back down stairs to the kitchen. She could smell the food already and was just hungry to eat. As she reached the kitchen, she saw Fox finishing putting their food on their plates. After that he placed both plates on the table and saw that Krystal just arrived. They both sat down and Krystal thanked him for making this dinner that she hasn't had in such a long time. Fox smiled and the two began to enjoy their meals that they were eating at the moment.
After having their share of food they both returned to Fox's room where eventually they went into the bathroom and they both got in the shower. About 25 minutes later they both got out. Fox had his towel around his waist while Krystal had hers cover her upper chest. Fox decided to brush his teeth and so did Krystal. Things were now starting to wind on down and the sky was now dark and the stars were showing. A couple of minutes later Fox got out of the bathroom and sat down on the bed and was looking out the window. Seeing the clear skies just reminded him back being on the Star Fox ship. However that was years ago but he liked remembering the things he did and saving the Lylat System so many times in his life. Just then Krystal came out but Fox noticed that she didn't have her towel on at all, she was naked. Fox was blushing at this, and Krystal just giggled and got into bed and got in the blankets. It didn't take Fox long to take off the towel himself and get in bed himself. Krystal gently placed her hand on his chest being careful on the stitches.
Fox fell asleep instantly while Krystal stayed awake for a bit more and was now thinking about the future that lies ahead. She wanted to talk to him about it since they were going to be in Sauria for the next three days and she wanted to know if he is ready to get married. Nearly ten minutes later Krystal couldn't stay awake anymore, she looked at Fox again and saw him completely passed out and was smiling. She then gently laid her head on the right side of his chest and fell asleep as well. Tomorrow is another day.
May 11, 06:35hrs
Walled City Command Post, Sauria
Fox just woke was looking around and then noticed Krystal sleeping still, he didn't want to bother her since it was still early in the morning. However, he needed to see Roach right away. He gently moves Krystal of of him and gets out of bed and gets his boxers on and then his sand digital uniform on and sand tactical boots. He then walks out of the room and goes to search for Roach.
It didn't take Fox long to see that Roach was outside on the balcony sitting in one of the chairs. He also had his sand digital uniform, his tan balaclava and his sand tactical boots. As Fox approached Roach looked back and saw Fox was up and offered him to sit down on the other chair. Fox thanked him and he sat down and Fox noticed something in Roach's hand. It appears to be a picture but he couldn't tell who was on it and what the it meant to Roach at the moment. He wanted to know what the image meant to Roach, so he asked him. "Sir, the image that you have with you. Is their a memory about it or something else?"
Roach looked at the picture which contained his squad of the 75th Rangers. It was memory that he knows so well and that cost two of them their lives. He may have finally got through their deaths but knows that it scared him for life. Roach spoke. "It's kind of hard to tell you but I know this image well. About 10 years ago back when I was in the U.S Army Rangers, on deployment. Location back in Earth was Iran in the Middle East. We were at war with a terrorist army and this was a tough war that we were facing. My squad was assigned to search for a HVT somewhere in Iran as our search continued. Things took a turn for the worst."
Sorry for the long wait, I had a lot happen this June. My Aunt passed away on the third of June and was buried last week. I've been depressed at this and I'm doing okay. I know she's in a better place now. Again sorry for the delay but I will continue posting soon. Until then take care, stay safe and I'll be back soon. Signing off.