Chapter 4

Corneria…..10:15am

Back on Corneria, the next day at the Great Fox hangar at the airbase, Fox, Falco, Katt, Slippy, and his girlfriend were all waiting on the ships bridge socializing while waiting for Peppy to arrive with the new pilots for the team.

"So Foxy buddy, I know you weren't expecting to learn about this but Katt learned from Krystal that she's getting married to Panther. Did you know about it?"

"Yeah, I heard. In fact, Krystal and I ran into each other at the store a little while back and she sort of told me while I was leaving." Fox explains.

"Okay buddy, but how are you holding up, buddy? Does it bother you that Krystal is getting married?" Falco asks.

"Oh, I'm holding up alright, buddy." Fox replies. "As long as it was her choice, I do not care."

"Really, buddy." Falco replies. "Because in my opinion, her getting married is a big mistake, let alone a dumb idea."

"What do you mean by that?"

"What I mean by that is she and Panther are doing this just to hurt you more!" Falco exclaims.

"So, you're still upset with her for what she did to us."

"Of course I am! She betrayed us and broke your heart!"

"I know. But let's not focus on that Falco. Right now, we need to focus on right now." Fox reminds.

"You're right, Fox. Today is very important."

Several minutes go by and eventually ROB informs the team that Peppy's shuttle had arrived. All of the team had their eyes toward the bridge door as it opened and Peppy walks in along with two others. The first was a female town boyish lynx and second was a female white cocker white spaniel.

"Hello my friends, it's good to see you all again." Peppy greets. "Anyway, here are you're two new pilots for the team."

"Hello ladies, welcome aboard the Great Fox II." Fox says. "I'm Fox McCloud, the leader of the team."

"This is truly a tremendous honor, Mr. McCloud." Fay replies.

"The honor is mine, Fay. And don't call me Mr. McCloud, just call me Fox." he commends.

"Of course, that shouldn't be a problem."

"Perfect. Now then, let me introduce you two to you're teammates. That's Falco Lombardi and Slippy Toad. They're the best of the best on the team."

"Really?" Miyu asks.

"That's right." Fox answers. "Falco's an ace pilot and Slippy's a very gifted mechanic. They're both good. Oh an also, Peppy used to be one heck of a pilot back in his day when he used to fly with the Star Fox team."

"That's also right, rookies. Also Fox, is there any chance Katt can join the team?" Falco requests.

"Yeah! And can Amanda join too?" Slippy requests also.

"Peppy?" asks.

"Well, as long as it's okay with you, Fox? It is your team after all." Peppy replies.

"Well then in that case, Katt, Amanda, how would you both like to fly with the Star Fox team?" Fox offers.

"Are you kidding, sugar? I'm in." Katt answers.

"I'm in too, Fox."

Meanwhile, Peppy pulls out his cell phone after feeling it vibrate and sees a message. Realizing that it was important, he turns toward the team and says, "I'm really sorry everyone but something just came up and I'm needed back at the tower."

"No worries, Peppy. We completely understand. We'll be alright from here." Fox replies understanding.

Peppy smiles and began to take his leave. Later after introductions, orientation was underway as Fox and the group gave Fay and Miyu a tour of the Great Fox II from the bridge to the living quarters all the way to the landing bay where all of the arwings and landmaster tanks were kept.

"As you see here, these arwings are very effective when in combat as well as a landmaster tank. Hydrogen powered. High performance. Make no mistake, the arwing and landmaster tank are you're best vehicles."

"Hey Fox, we got a visitor." Slippy calls.

Fox turns to see what Slippy was talking about and saw that it was none other than Jasmine walking toward the Great Fox hangar. Seeing her, the vulpine stumbles forward but catches himself on an arwing and was breathing heavily. Seeing Fox's reaction, everybody wondered what was wrong with him but figured out what it meant. Falco was the first to break the silence saying, "Fox McCloud, you sly dog."

"What?" the vulpine asks confused.

"You know what I'm talking about. The girl coming this way. What else?" Falco replies gesturing toward Jasmine.

"Yeah, that's Jasmine. She and I sort of met one night in the park when I saved her from a drunk rapist and after that we met in order to get to know each other better." Fox explains.

"I knew it. I knew it, Fox. I knew this would happen. You and her are definitely right for each other."

"I don't know guys." Fox replies unsure.

"Come on, Fox. It's obvious that you have the hots for her so just go for it." Slippy urges.

"Slippy's right." Amanda says in agreement. "It's likely this is your second chance at finding love again."

Fox looks around at his friends who were all urging him to go and start a new relationship with Jasmine. He looks back toward Jasmine who was still walking toward him. He though long and hard about it and came to a decision but still had second thoughts thus annoying everyone so Falco convinces him saying, "Fox, no matter what happens, this is about you and Jasmine. You need to forget about Krystal."

"You know what Falco. You're right. I'll go for it, buddy." Fox says in agreement.

"I knew you'd come around, Fox. Come on guys, let's clear out of here." Falco says and the team began to leave the area, leaving only Fox and Jasmine by themselves.

"Hello Jasmine, how are you doing?" Fox asks.

"Hi Fox, I'm doing alright." she replies. "What's going on?"

"Oh just a little orientation and a tour of the Great Fox. So, what brings you by?"

"Well to be honest Fox, I kind came by to visit you." Jasmine replies.

"Really? That's cool. Anyway, would you like to go for a quick flight over Corneria city, Ms. Turner?" Fox offers.

"That actually sounds nice, Fox. But what about you're tour group?" Jasmine asks.

"Yeah, I don't think we'll see them for a little while. They're mostly being discreet."

"Oh well, since you put it that way, I accept you're offer, Fox."

With that, Fox reenters the hangar with Jasmine following behind him and the two reach Fox's arwing. Fox climbs in first and Jasmine climbs in next onto Fox's lap. The arwing lifts up in the air and takes off into the sky. High above Corneria city, Jasmine stared down at the city seeing the beauty of the city and it's lights. She then saw many of the mountains and grassy plains throughout the flight. She comments, "Fox, this is just amazing."

"Yep. Corneria city is nice from this high above."

"So, you've done this before?"

"Once or twice by myself. It's really relaxing up here."

The air tour continued for several hours until finally, Fox decided to return to the Great Fox hangar. After landing, Fox and Jasmine climbs out of the cockpit and Fox proceeds to give Jasmine a tour of the Great Fox, even showing her the many teams mission records and he even showed Jasmine the flight simulator and how to play which she won and even beat Falco's high score on the game. Later that night, Fox decided to drive Jasmine home. The two arrive and Fox walks her up to her front door like a gentleman.

"Thank you, Fox. I really had fun today."

Oh, it was nothing, Jasmine. I kind of had fun today too. In fact if you're available tomorrow to join me for a trip to Sauria?" Fox asks.

"Sure thing. I don't have much planned to do tomorrow."

"Great. Well anyway, I'd better get going. Good night." Fox says.

"Good night." Jasmine says and enter her home.

After Jasmine went inside, Fox began to take his leave but just then something unexpected happens. He hears the front door to Jasmine's house open. Fox turns and sees that it was Jasmine but something else unexpected happens. Jasmine runs up toward the vulpine and kisses him right on the lips. Afterwards, Jasmine walks back inside, leaving the vulpine in a daze. He lets out a sigh because that very kiss caused him to fell like he was walking on clouds. He eventually regains his senses, hops into his car and head home for the night.

Authors' note:

Hey everyone, well here is another great chapter of this amazing story. Also, more of my work will be up soon and also check out Task Force 223s stories as well and give you're support. Anyway, stay frosty everyone. Stay out of trouble and in the words of Walt Disney, keep moving forward.