Author's Note:

Sorry for the late update. I've been distracted lately. I just recently finish the original Nintendo 64 "Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" on my Wii and now I'm starting the "Majora's Mask" version. Not only that, but I have some school stuff to think of as well as work so...my mind's all over the place.

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Disclaimer: I don't own anything but the story idea and any OCs.

Chapter 39:
Learning About Someone

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"Well...anything?"

Kamek sighed. It's been days since the assassin incident and the castle was in the process of being rebuilt with some new additions. Almost everyone injured from the attack was able to return home with orders to take it easy for a couple of days. Since then, they've been trying to extract any information about Clawd from Kalvin and his men. They have tried several interrogation techniques, but they still refuse to talk.

"Unfortunately no, your Koopaness; our interrogator is still working with them as speak,"

"Damn it," Bowser said, slamming his fist against the arm rest. "How is it that he could get spies in my castle, but I can't get any in his?"

"I have sent numerous men like you ordered, but somehow they all kept getting discovered. Hopefully, our interrogator will manage to shed some light on things."

"He better; I wanted them singing days ago."

"Patience, your Impatientness; all good things comes to those who wait."

"But I've been waiting for my whole life!"

"Well then, perhaps you should wait little more."

Bowser puffed and settled back on his throne. No sooner than he did, one of the prison guards came rushing in.

"Your Majesty, your Majesty,"

Bowser raised an eyebrow. "What is it?"

"Y-You are need in the interrogation room."

Bowser blinked in surprise before smirking. "Well that didn't take long,"

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"Okay, everything seems fine here. He's recovering quite well, a bit faster than what I had predicted."

Wendy nodded. Just like the nurse promised, the doctor came the next day and began his examination on Luigi's condition. She stood in the sidelines, watching the doctor as he worked. Once he was done, he started packing his things in his bag.

"Although I'm not quite sure when he'll wake up, I'll say he should make a full recovery in another two weeks or so." He said.

"Thank you Doctor. I'll call you if anything happens."

The doctor nodded and finished packing his medical tools. He bow to her out of respect and left the princess' room. Once he was gone, Wendy let out a sigh.

"Finally, I thought he'll never leave,"

She turned back to her room and walked over to the drawer. She opened it and pulled out Luigi's diary from before. She sat down in the same chair as before and opened the book. She gave Luigi another apologetic kiss on the cheek and resume reading, eager to continue from where she had left off from yesterday.

Even though the book only contained a portion of his entire life, she had learned a lot about him. Luigi was a simple man, only wanting the simplest of things. He wasn't one to ask for much and was fairly happy with whatever he got.

Out of his whole life, he had only fallen for a small number of girls, including a princess that lives in space. Unfortunately, they all didn't end so well for him. Wendy couldn't help but be sadden to hear that his quest for love had leaded him to nothing but more disappointment and heartbreak.

'Well, that ends now,' she thought as she resume reading.

After his rejection from the Sarasaland princess, the green man had gotten very depressed. It wasn't until months later, on the day of his brother's wedding that he finally discovered that Daisy's mystery boyfriend was actually his taller rival Waluigi. But that wasn't the only thing to happen to him that day.

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"Well," It began. "The wedding day ended rather strangely for me. First I must say, the wedding was beautiful and Princess Peach looked strikingly gorgeous walking down the aisle in her wedding dress.

"I was Mario's best man, of course, but Daisy was Peach's maid of honor. It was hard, to say the least, to see her standing across from me, looking stunning in the gown Peach picked out for her bridesmaids. And yet, knowing that I couldn't hold or kiss her because she wasn't mine to do so. I didn't remember much on what the minister say; I was too deep in my own sadness to hear him.

"At the reception, Daisy approached me. She told me I had to get over it; to man up and find someone else. She thought it was pointless for me to mourn over something we never had. I didn't argued with her; I just stood there and took whatever she had to say, nodding my head in agreement. She left after that and I felt more alone than I ever felt before.

"At the bar, I sat by myself, silently watching everyone as they dance to a slow song with their partners. In the center was the newly wedded couple, Mario and Peach. Not too far from them was Daisy and Waluigi. If it were even possible my heart broke into even smaller pieces as I silently watching the love of my life danced in the arms of another man.

"As I began to drink my sorrows away, Prince Peasley from the Bean Bean Kingdom approached me. His company was greatly appreciated as I did felt very lonesome at time. We began talking, lightly at first; anything that will help distracted me from my love problems.

"At some point, he asked to speak with me in private. Out of respect, I agreed. Once outside, I asked him what he wanted to talk to me about. First, he apologized about what happen with Daisy, and tried to cheer me up by saying I would find someone better. I didn't really believe him, because no one was better than Daisy. But I did appreciate his kind words.

"He then started talking about his own relationship problems and how he hasn't found that special someone yet. Returning the favor, I tried to cheer him up and before I knew it, he lean forward and kissed me.

"I guess I wasn't too drunk because I pulled away seconds later. He immediately started apologizing but I was too stunned to hear him. Eventually, I broke out of it and we talked.

"Apparently, Prince Peasley was gay; have been for quite some time too. No one knows about this, not even own his mother. He was worried about what everyone will think once they learn his secret.

"I forgave him for kissing me, although I was still a bit surprise. I always saw Prince Peasley as a womanizer, never really one to go after other guys. Even so, it was enough to distract me from my problems until Mario and Peach left for their honeymoon.

"I woke up the next day with a splitting headache and someone knocking on the door. Reluctantly I answered it, revealing it to be Prince Peasley. He came by to check on how I was doing and to apologize for the other day. He was worried that I didn't want to be his friend anymore which was completely the opposite.

"I forgave him and assured him that I still honor him as a friend, which he greatly appreciated. Although I couldn't help but asked if I had done something to possibly lead him into thinking that I was gay as well. He didn't give much specific but I took his words to heart so it won't happen again."

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"Okay, that was interesting," Wendy commented.

A knock on her door draw her attention. She slipped a book mark in between the pages and closed the diary. She gently placed it back on in its original spot before heading towards the door. She opened it and greeted her visitor.

"Kanary, what are you doing here?"

The yellow Koopa stepped inside. She was carrying a bouquet of flowers in her hand. "I just thought I'll come by and visit you. It's been some time since I last saw you." she said.

"Sorry, I've been busy with some things," Wendy said as she over to the direction she had hid the diary.

"So I've heard," She hands Wendy the flowers. "These are for Luigi. They're a get-well present from me and Ludwig."

"They're beautiful; thank you," Wendy said as she took them.

"How is Luigi anyways?"

Wendy smiled softly. "He's fine. Doctor says he's recovering faster than he thought, although he's not quite sure when he'll wake up."

"I'm sure he'll wake up soon." Kanary encouraged.

"I know he will." Wendy said as she placed the flowers in a vase full of water.

"Would you mind if I say for a bit? You look like you can use a bit of company."

"Uhm," Wendy hesitated. Truth, she would prefer to return back to her reading. But then again, it has been a while since she talked to anyone. Perhaps she should take a break.

"Sure, why not."

Kanary nodded and sat down on the chair. "Have you heard about the move?"

Wendy nodded. "Yeah, Roy told me about it. Although, he said that there's a rumor going around stating that we were going to Shell City?"

Kanary shock her head. "That one is not true. The Council had suggested one that was built during the late king's rein. From what I heard, it hasn't been lived in yet."

"Well, I'm sort of use to it. Back when we were kidnapping the Mushroom princess, we would always switch castles or rebuild in an attempt to throw off the plumbers."

"Yes, but after what happened two weeks ago, it will be wise to take things more seriously now."

"You're probably right," Wendy thought. The enemy had gotten very close this time around. If it weren't for Luigi, they all would be dead by now.

Kanary stayed for about an hour before she left. Once she was gone, Wendy pulled out the diary from the drawer. Instead of sitting on the chair, she decided to lie down beside Luigi on the bed. She gave him a small kiss on the cheek and opened it to where the book mark was placed.

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Bowser growled in anger while Kamek simply frown. Soon after the guard retrieved them, they followed him to the interrogation room. Upon arriving there, they saw what they were not hoping for – the purple shy guy on the floor, not moving.

"What happened!?" Bowser roared, causing almost everyone in the room to jump.

"We're...not sure, my lord." The interrogator said. "He just... dropped dead."

"What do you mean he just 'dropped dead'?" Kamek asked with suspicion.

"Well, we were interrogating him like you ask when he finally agreed to talk. But no sooner than when he mention Clawd, his body went under attack, like he was having a seizure. I sent the guards to retrieve you and the doctor but he was already dead by the time you got here."

Kamek grew silent; concern on what just occurred. Bowser, on the other hand, was upset with the outcome.

"Great, just what I need; another useless body," He growled

"Take him to the medical bay to be examined," Kamek ordered. "See if they could find the cause of his death."

"Yes, sir,"

"And you," Bowser said, his gaze on the interrogator. "Continue with the interrogations but make sure I don't lose any more prisoners. Got it?"

"Y-Yes, your majesty,"

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