Love Struck Delusion
Chapter 76 – Actions That Shape Bonds.
Ruby's POV, Outside Iraq Capital, Twenty Minutes Later.
Walking along the sidewalk at a slow but sure pace, I carefully looked over the Capital for all it was. It was obvious I wasn't going in the front. There was too much foot traffic. And judging by the looks of the walls, there would be no easy way for me to jump inside at some point. It would take too much energy to get over it anyway. I would have to be more complex if I was to get inside. I had a few ideas, but I wouldn't know if they would work till at least after Jagger and I have gotten a few days to watch things over. One of them should work, but we shall see.
As I passed the main gate on my way back from my second lap around the Capital, I glanced inside the fence to rest my eyes on a familiar body. A large bear in fact. He stood out among the rebels but I knew who it was almost instantly. Guess more then Black did survive the trip. Gabe was much of an issue however. He may be big but that's his weakness. I have no doubts I could kill him easily. But I would have to keep clear. Gabe knows my face just like Black and the others. Having him spot me could be a lot of trouble I wouldn't want.
Quickly leaving the area I figured now was the time to get back to Jagger. Then again...I fucking hate being near him. I do have sometime left till I need to get back. Hmmm.
Looking around the area as I proceeding back the way I came, I spotted a nearby bar.
Maybe being a bit wasted is just what I need to get through the night with Jagger.
Listening to my bad side, I proceeded inside the bar. Taking a seat at one of the tables, I was quickly asked by the bartender.
"What can I get you darling?"
Ordering my drink, I was quickly caught off guard as a Rebellion soldier who must have been hiding in the back of the bar noticed and quickly made a move by getting next to me with a smile.
"May I?" He asked as he referred to the seat in front of me.
Normally I would turn a kid like him down, but two things got me in a good mood. First of all he wasn't a snake like Jagger. Always a plus in my book. And secondly he had a knife on his belt that I wanted. It was almost like a tanto. So with an open mind I replied.
"You may."
Bringing his smile wider he then decided to ask.
"What brings such a beautiful lady such as yourself here on a lonely night?"
Giving him a chuckle I replied.
"Just looking for a good time. I need to take my mind off a few things. You handsome?"
With our eyes locked the hedgehog replied.
"Just taking a short break from my duties. I need to be back to the Capital soon for bunk time. I know I know. A curfew is dumb. But it keeps me in good spirits."
Nodding I looked to my side as the bartender approached with a bottle of whiskey.
As he poured me a glass the kid in front of me pulled a move I didn't expect. Pulling out twenty he urged the bartender.
"Leave the bottle. It's on me."
Even though I was in this for the knife now I was kinda surprised he just did that out of the blue. Ether he's the nicest guy on the planet or he wants to get laid. I'm going with the laid part.
Letting a thin smile through my lips I stated.
"You didn't have to do that."
"You said you wanted a good time. We'll maybe so do I."
"Oh yeah?" I wondered with a laugh as he nodded and chuckled back.
"Yeah. Now how about we get to know one another a bit more? What's your name?"
"Ruby." I replied as he instantly stated.
"That's a beautiful name."
"And you?" I wondered as he calmly replied.
"Joey."
"Cute." I stated as I took a shot.
Immediately Joey widened his eyes to state.
"Damn. Do this before?"
Now laughing I replied.
"You could say that. You want some?"
Nodding he replied.
"Sure. On one condition."
Here it comes. I said to myself as I really asked him.
"What's that?"
Still holding a faint smile he replied.
"After the bottle is empty how about we go for a walk?"
Looking towards his knife I replied.
"Deal."
This kid had no idea what he was getting himself into. But I suppose he couldn't do worse then Jagger. Fucker probably already fell asleep.
Jagger's POV, Twenty Mintues Later.
"Toof!"
My eye followed the round as it went towards the Capital's rooftop. Drilling one of the upper walls I nodded and wrote down the distance on my notepad. I needed to be ready if I was going to take a shot from up here. Wind wasn't an issue and now that I got the distance keyed in I shouldn't have a problem.
Putting down my rifle, I rolled on my back and let out a sigh. I basically had nothing left to do and I was only forty minutes into recon. I wish I could just get this mission done now. Fucking Ruby would skin me if I tried anything though. I know she wants to do this quietly. But I don't see any other way in but force. And I'd hate to say it but even the two of us would have a hard time getting in with that many men down there.
Looking to my side, I reached into my silver case to pull out a thick red shot of Viper Venom. This bad boy wasn't much of a combat drug. This was a mix of standard Venom and a little thing I call Jet. I couldn't stand knowing Ruby would be back any minute to bug my ear off. I needed a little escape about now.
Injecting the shot into my neck, I widened my eyes as the rush came in with force.
"Woooooo. Hot damn." I muttered as I felt my head baking.
With my heart rate dropping to an almost dead level, I began to breath carefully and quietly. I wanted to really let this high sink in.
After a few minutes of struggling to stay awake, I decided to rest. I'm already done my part of this recon gig. At least in my dreams I wouldn't have to see that bitc...? That lovely lady.
Ruby's POV, Twenty Minutes Later.
This kid was starting to push my limits. After more then a good six shots I was starting to feel a bit dizzy. Even he looked out of his mind by now. But the bottle was done and not to be expected he looked to me with a smile to ask.
"Wana go for that walk?"
With an equal smile I replied.
"Yeah. Sounds nice."
Offering his hand, I hesitated at first, but without a care I took it and he led me outside.
"So where you wana go?" He wondered as I calmly thought while looking across the darkened sky.
Eagerly awaiting my answer I replied with a smile.
"I know a place. It's not too far."
"Where?" He wondered as I pointed at the building where Jagger and I had set up our recon.
I confusion he wondered.
"There? Why?"
Starting to led the way I replied.
"Ever watch the stars from up there?"
Getting the idea he replied while letting me guide him.
"Can't say I have. Is that what you wana do?"
Nodding I replied.
"Yup. Come on. It will be fun." Giving him a wink, I saw his eyes flicker and immediately he replied.
"Okay. Let's do it."
Nodding I began the short walk back to base.
Not that far out from the building I asked while looking to his knife.
"What kind of knife is that?"
Looking down to it he replied.
"Oh this?"
Pulling it out he replied.
"A tanto I got from my dad when I was a boy. He was a soldier much like myself. Guess you could say he inspired me to join the Rebellion. Why you ask? Wana see it?"
Nodding as my response, Joey handed me the blade and my mind nearly went blank as I felt the weight. It felt sooooo good. Fuck I love knives too much.
Soon reaching the building he stated.
"Nice right?"
"You ever use it?" I wondered as he shook his head to reply.
"Nah. I don't get that close to people thankfully. But I suppose it good to have one just in case, you know?"
Nodding as we got inside, I asked.
"Can I have it?"
Slowly laughing as I led us to the stairs, he replied.
"I...I don't think so. It's a memento. My mom would kill me if I gave it away."
Letting out a sigh I got close to him as we entered the stairwell to wonder.
"What would I have to do to get it?"
Still joking around he replied.
"Kill me? Hahaha."
With his laugh going on, I replied while feeling under my sleeve.
"Okay."
In confusion he went silent and as fast as a bolt of lightning I sent my palm into his lower stomach. Instantly his eyes widened as I held it there with a smile.
"Ahhh...?" The poor kid was shocked it seemed. Slowly using my other hand, I grabbed the tanto out of his hand and stated.
"Easy enough."
Looking into my eyes, I released my palm and watched as he fell to his knees. Quickly he grabbed his wound and stated.
"What did you do to me?"
Putting the knife in the back of my pants I replied.
"Gave you a little gift. Most men I kill pretty fast. But you were nice unlike a lot of them. So consider what I just did a favor."
Grabbing his arm I pulled him up to his feet and asked.
"You can't move can you?"
It was clear the poison worked. This way he can't fight back while I get him to the roof. That and at least he'll die peacefully. He deserved that much.
"You'll lose your voice soon too. Sorry it had to be this way Joey. But you had something I wanted."
"The...knife?" He questioned in disbelief as I nodded and replied with a smile.
"Yup!"
"You bitc...!" I heard his voice cut in half as the poison got to him. No he was nothing more then a play toy.
Carrying him up all the way to the roof, I knocked on the door three times. Jagger ignored me as I did it again.
"Open up Jagger!" I ordered him as I grew annoyed.
Putting Joey down to the side I sent my boot into the door.
"BASH!"
The padlock on the other side was no match for my strength. It came flying off and the door opened wide for me to stare at a motionless snake.
Walking over I saw he was sleeping.
"Fucking useless. I said I would be back in an hour."
Letting out a breath of anger, I looked back to see Joey still sitting there. He had maybe another few minutes before he died. Going back over to him I decided to get back at Jagger for locking me out.
Picking the kid up off the stairs, I carried him in and rested him down next to Jagger. Hopefully when he wakes up he'll fall off the roof for being a useless prick of a partner.
With Joey unable to move now, I looked next to Jagger to see a syringe. Picking it up I saw it was filled with the remains of a red goo. I knew instantly why he was asleep now. I was completely convinced that he deserved this now. Fucker got high and passed out. And I thought I was bad for getting a drink.
Leaving a dying Joey to him, I shut the door to the roof and pulled out the tanto. Fuck was it nice. It was almost worth the hassle of working this mission with a dickless snake.
Raptor's POV, Iraq Capital, Three Hours Later.
Something didn't feel right as I opened my eyes slowly to see I was in a bed surrounded by armed guards. One caught my eye as I saw he was sitting in the corner with his head looking down and his eyes shut.
"Black?" I mumbled. My voice instantly got his attention and those around the room. Surprised almost that I was awake he got up to say with a smile.
"Hey. How you feeling?"
With my head feeling lost and confused I replied.
"Okay. What happened? How did I get here?"
Looking to my left Black went silent. Gently I looked to my side to see Wreak standing over me with a smile.
"We got you out of there. Your safe Commander."
Feeling his hand on my side, I slowly reached out to take it and reply.
"I don't...know what to say."
"Just rest. Doctor's orders." Stated Black as I nodded and shut my eyes.
It felt like an instant, but as everything went dark I passed out again.
Black's POV.
I was convinced Raptor was a User. No memory loss and he seemed to respond quite well after everything he's been through. What's best now is to let him rest and refocus on our job here. Looking to Wreak I stated.
"You can go now if you want Wreak. I can handle him from here."
Nodding he replied.
"Call me if you need anything."
"Got it." I replied as he made his way for the door.
Slowly looking back to Raptor himself, I gave off a slight smile. Old man might be the thing this war needs. More then before for that matter.
Refocusing I retook my seat and watched over the door. I had feeling things would remain quiet till morning. But just in case I would keep on my guard.
That is it for this one. Let me know what you think as always.
mT Shadow.