Buddy remained silent as he was forced to his knees before Veto, but though his rage could not be heard, it was all to plainly seen in his eyes.
"Oh Pine. I don't know which expression of yours I like more.. This, or the look on your face when I shot you. I'm really quiet tempted to shoot you again to compare, but I can't have you injured at that level anytime soon, there is much work to do!" He exclaimed as he sat on his desk. "You need to put together my invention, and the sooner it's done, the sooner you can go home, back to that pile of twigs you call a cabin." He said with a almost pleased smile, Buddy could only smile in return.
"Oh yea! Gosh I'd love to start working as soon as you go to hell that is.." He retorted, but Veto gave no indication of feeling threatened.
"Oh Pine... You know something.. I think you would make a great father.. Really! I mean goodness, you came here, all alone to rescue your lover. That takes courage and real commitment." He said as he folded his arms. "So tell me Buddy. How do you feel about children.. Would you want any? Spawn some with that pretty little super?" He asked, though the topic was one that should be spoken of with respect, his tone gave way to what seemed like humor.
"What does this have to do with anything Veto? Jesus, you are like a damn recording for a phone line, you won't get to the bit that I want to hear!" He spat. "Just tell me what the hell you are ranting on about!" And at that moment, Veto took out a jar which contained a clear liquid, as well a specimen, and thanks to his bionic eye, he knew instantly what was before him. Three weeks old. His fists balled up, his cuffs tightend.
"Well Pine, I doubt that you would of wanted this in reality, but Violet is quiet upset with me.. And if you play your cards right then maybe I won't drain her to death." He said smirking, "Maybe I will even let you take her home.. But you have to show me results." He said as he picked up the jar and smiled staring at the contents. "Such a great mantle piece.. Don't you agree? I'll place your original bracelet next to it once it's finished being duplicated."
But Buddy was writhing with anger. "You are sick Veto. Sick! And when I get my hands on you, I swear that I'll-"
"I promise you, Pine, that should you have the opportunity to harm me, and take it I shall inflict twice as much pain onto your sweet little flower.. And she will know it was of your doing, and you can bear witness to it.." He said smiling as he leaned back. "Oh Pine.. You should of never involved business with pleasure...No, let me simplify that, you should of NEVER fallen for the Super in the first place." He said chuckling. "Was it worth it? I mean this girl made you reveal your existence to the public once more, lose all your inventions and now your freedom." He laughed as he picked up the jar and moved to a book shelf placing the jar beside his diplomas.
Buddy was silent at first, which Veto assumed that it was the sweet sound of defeat, but Buddy was only trying to get a hold of himself. "I will say this only once to you, so listen well you mangy excuse for a scientist.. I have fallen for Violet, it's true. And given the opportunity I'd do it all over again. Veto, I would die for her, just so she wouldn't have to feel a ounce of pain." He said raising his head. "Though I would much rather kill you for just touching her." His eyes carrying that evil glint once more.
Veto took in the words thinking over what was just revealed to him. "Well Pine, as much as I would love to see you roll in pain like the worm you are.. You being injured does me no benefit. So you'll just have to deal with the Super being in pain.. And not only deal with it, but be the one to contribute to it... Take him to a room. You know what.. Why not. How about the one next to Violet.. Just for fun.." He said as he sat down at his desks, which was littered with papers. " I want you to hear her scream. We start testing tonight. We will be extracting some of her bone marrow." He said smiling. "Though to be honest.. I could just get everything I need from the jar behind me.. But you know.. Stem cell research isn't exactly moral.. Now is it?" He asked with a sadistic grin. "Take him away. I'll see you around Buddy."
And with that Buddy was dragged out of the room which had once been his office.
Buddy's mind raced. Where were the Incredibles? Surely they were on their way, but Buddy couldn't wait for his once arch nemesis to save the day, by that time Violet may be in real danger. He smiled softly too himself. Though Veto had taken his gauntlet, Buddy still had a trick or two up his sleeve...
Violet's inspection of her 'quarters' had finally paid off. Each day when she had blood samples taken amongst other things which were wrongfully taken she was drugged so that she could not defend herself. It wasn't the water nor the food and no one ever came in with pills or needles, so it came to one thing . Gas. And the vent in her room reeked of it. She smiled remembering as she practiced containing smoke on the fire her and Dash sat beside when she and her family had gone to Syndrome's island.
"Piece of cake.." She whispered though she would have to remain diligent. No sleep either. She never knew what time it was, only when she was alone and when HE was around.
Violet blinked as she heard footsteps outside of her room, and she mentally prepared herself, but she couldn't prepare for what was to hit her ear drums.
"Here you are 'Syndrome'!" came a mocking voice, which Violet recognized as one of the doctor's henchmen.
"Yea, to bad the Doc doesn't want you to have front row seats, but at least you can listen for now." another man said.
"Well thank you gentlemen.. I do so appreciate your.. Service. Now is there a menu for room service?" Came that cocky tone she had missed.
"Buddy?" She whispered in a mixture of fear and joy. But she remained as quiet as possible to hear the conversation next door.
Why you- You're a wash up! How dare you insult me!" Came the first voice sounding rather violent, but the second voice intervened.
"Hey man, you heard Veto.. Drop him off, that's it. We got more important stuff to do now.." came the voice before silence came. Violet remained silent, her ear pressed to the wall.
"Didn't your parents teach you not to eaves drop on others?" Buddy's voice came, gruff threw the wall. Violet wasn't sure if she should laugh or scream out of rage.
"Well living with parents like mine.. It's the only way you found stuff out-" She said with a smirk as she tucked a strand of her hair behind her ear. "Buddy.. What are you doing here?"
"Well I'm here to rescue you of course!" but this only made her laugh.
"Oh well you are doing a great job!" She said with a roll of her eyes.
"I saw that! Don't you roll your eyes at me, but listen.. I- I contacted your parents.." He whispered.
"Did my father slug you?" Now it was Buddy's turn to laugh.
"Yea, he got in a good hit or two.." He whispered, his hand on the back of his neck. "Violet.. Look.. I know at the moment I'm in no position to make any offers to you but.. None of this would be going on if I hadn't-" If I hadn't captured you? Left you alone in that cell for a perverted employee to let you loose.. If I hadn't kept you with me in that cabin? No. None of this would of happened to her if he had stayed 'dead'.
"Buddy." Violet's voice came. "Don't beat yourself up.. I can do that for you when we get out. Besides.. I believe you owe me a sparring match.." she said with a smile.
"Yea- so I do.." Buddy said with a smile as he closed his eyes. "..Don't suppose we could just have a pillow fight when this is done... I'll be shirt and you be skin.." a smirk on his lips.
"Buddy, shut up." Violet said smiling. "...So what's your plan..."
Sorry that the chapter is a little short, promise that the next one will be longer! And I just want to thank everyone who has reviewed this story and kept with me, even though I've been horrible with updating on a good time frame! Thank you all again!