Disclaimer: I don't own the Mother series, it rightfully belongs to it's owners.
Claus was laying down on the bed watching TV. He began to think about everything that happened the past few days since joining the army. First he discovered that the Commander was actually Ness. That had been the biggest surprise. Then he ended up losing his left leg during his mission. That had dealt a big blow to his self esteem. He knew he was strong, but the Commander was stronger. Now he found out that Porky changed his mind about this whole thing. He wondered how Lucas would react to this. Claus then looked at the clock and saw that it was 5:00pm. Feeling hungry he decided to get something to eat. Getting up he slipped into his flip flops being too lazy to wear his shoes. He walked over to the door and opened it just in time to see the Commander walk by. He noticed that the Commander was wearing his sandals instead of his boots. Smiling he hurried over to the Commander and started walking alongside him.
The Commander looked over at Claus and nodded his head. To tell the truth he was secretly hoping that Claus would be joining him for dinner. They usually ate dinner at different times.
They entered the cafeteria and walked over to the Kitchen counter where the food is served. Upon arriving they noticed that today's dinner was some kind of pasta with beans in it.
The chef walked over and stood behind the counter. "Ah, Commander and General, it's so nice to see you."
The Commander nodded his head. "Same to you. So what is today's dinner?"
"It's Pasta Fazool. I decided to try something new." the chef grabbed a bowl and started pouring some into it before handing it to the Commander. He then poured a bowl for Claus and handed it to him.
Claus grabbed the bowl and walked over to the fridge that carries multiple drinks in it. Opening it up he grabbed a bottle of Coca Cola before walking over to the table and sitting down. He grabbed a plastic spoon and dipped it into the Pasta Fazool and took a bite. It tasted really good. He slipped his feet out of his flip flops before lifting the right one by the strap with his big toe while his left foot rested on top of the flip flop. He opened the soda up and took a drink before resuming eating. Out of the corner of his eye he saw Lucas and Nana sitting at a table together. He frowned when he saw them kiss. He should be happy for his brother that he finally found someone to love, but he couldn't help but to be jealous. He was jealous that his brother's crush returned her feelings while his didn't. Setting the one flip flop down he started kicking his feet back and forth.
The Commander finished eating before looking at Claus and noticed that he wasn't eating, but staring at one direction. He followed Claus's gaze and saw that he was staring at his brother and Nana. He couldn't tell his facial expression since he was looking away from him. He was about to ask what was wrong before Claus turned around and resumed eating with a blank expression on his face.
Claus finished eating before sighing. Slipping back into his flip flops he stood up and grabbed his drink before walking over to the garbage and throwing the bowl away. He then left the cafeteria and went back to his room. Upon arriving he kicked his flip flops off before climbing up onto the bed. He brought his knees to his chest and rested his head on top of them. He frowned before digging his toes into the bed. Claus didn't understand why he felt like this. For 6 years he felt nothing. No joy, no sadness, no anger and now he suddenly started feeling emotions. He sighed. He hated feeling jealous like this over a stupid reason. He felt like he needed to be loved by the Commander. As if he couldn't live without it. Laying down he continued to watch TV.
Lucas and Nana had finished eating and were now talking. "Um Lucas, did you see the way your brother was looking at us? His expression was odd."
Lucas shrugged. "Who knows what's going through his mind. I'm sure it's nothing to worry about."
"If you say so. Now I have a question, does Claus have a crush on the Commander? I've seen the way he looks at him every morning."
"Yeah he does. Though I believe the Commander loves him back he just doesn't realize it yet."
"Say Lucas, did you hear about Fuel and Richie? Apparently they hooked up this morning. Before you ask, yes Richie got her memory back. I talked to her in the hallway. She'll still act like she's being controlled."
Lucas was happy to hear that. Now that makes two people who were freed by true love. He couldn't wait to tell Claus the good news. "Well I'm heading back to my room now. See you later Nana." Lucas then left. Upon arriving at the room Lucas entered and that was when he noticed 2 things. First there was now a TV in the room. Second his brother had his thinking face on that he had whenever he was thinking about something. He removed his shoes and socks before placing them on the side of the bed. He then climbed on the bed.
"Something on your mind?"
Claus looked over at Lucas before turning back toward the TV.
Lucas sighed. "Claus, I can't help you if you don't talk to me."
"Maybe I don't want to talk. Did you ever think about that?"
Lucas noticed the bitterness in his brother's voice and he frowned. He didn't understand what his brother's problem was. All he knew was that his brother was upset by something and he wished he would just get over his stubbornness and just talk to him.
"Well Richie and Fuel hooked up and she got her memory back. Isn't that great?" Lucas watched as his brother's body tensed. He wondered why his brother reacted like that. Suddenly he remembered the way his brother was staring at him and Nana in the cafeteria and that's when it dawned upon him. "You're jealous aren't you?"
Claus sighed now no longer being able to hide his feelings. To be truthful he didn't think his brother would be able to figure it out. "Okay you got me. Yes, I'm jealous of your and Nana's relationship. Here you know that your crush loves you back while my crush barely shows any sign of loving me back. All he's doing is being nice to me. That doesn't mean anything."
Lucas placed a hand on Claus's shoulder. "Claus, he held your hand and blushed. That's one sign that he loves you. Look in my personal opinion I believe that he does love you he just doesn't realize it yet. As soon as you confess I guarantee he will confess back. Just trust me okay?"
Claus began to think about this. He knew he could confess to the Commander, but what if his programming rejects it? No it will work and they will be together. "I guess you're right. Thanks Lucas I needed that reassurance."
Lucas smiled. "I'll always be here for you Claus, remember that."
"Yeah same here. Now Lucas I have to tell you something and you're probably won't believe me."
Lucas cocked an eyebrow. There was nothing that he wouldn't believe. "What is it?"
"Porky changed his mind about all of this and is now on our side."
Lucas's eyes widened. He couldn't believe what he was hearing. Porky actually realizing his mistakes and is acting upon it. "No way really?"
Claus nodded his head. "Yep and he wants to apologize to him too when he gets his memory back."
"Wow unbelievable. Well maybe now things will turn out okay."
"I sure hope so."
Lucas and Claus continued to watch TV until it was bedtime. After changing into their pajamas they fell asleep.
The alarm clock started going off before Claus turned it off. Getting up from the bed he went over to the dresser and opened up the drawer and pulled out a pair of socks. Walking over to the bathroom he took his clothes off before hopping in the shower. After 10 minutes he came out and dried himself off before getting changed. When he exited the shower Lucas walked by and went into the bathroom to take his shower. After putting his shoes on he left to go get breakfast. Upon arriving he sat down at the table with the Commander.
"Um sir?"
"Yes General?"
"I was wondering if I could get a set of wings built inside of me like you. You know in case I need to fly."
The Commander rubbed his chin. "I don't see why not. You do realize that the device will be clamped into your spine and will cause a great deal of discomfort for a few days. Are you okay with that?"
Claus nodded his head. "Yes, it's fine by me."
"Well since you're getting an upgrade I might as well give you the unbreakable arm and leg with an increased muscle enhancer since I trust you so much."
"Really? Thanks."
"Sure, are you ready?"
Claus nodded his head. "Yep, let's go."
The Commander and Claus got up from the table and left the cafeteria and went up to the Chimera Lab. When they entered the Commander went up to the scientist and began explaining what he wanted him to do. After explaining he waved at Claus before leaving.
The scientist went over to a fridge and opened it up taking a look around before grabbing out 4 vials of blood and placing them on the counter. He then inserted two vials into syringes and walked over to Claus. He grabbed Claus's left arm before injecting the blood into Claus's system. He did the same with another vial before throwing them away. He then walked over to the operating table.
"Take the top part of your uniform off and lay down on your stomach."
Claus did as he was told and took the jacket part off before tossing it aside. He then climbed on the operating table laying down on his stomach.
It was at this time Lucas walked in. "Hey I'm- Claus? What are you doing here?"
"I'm installing a wing system inside his body. After that he'll get the unbreakable arm and leg."
"Aw man and I wanted to ask the Commander if I could get it too."
"I already asked and he said it was okay. The special limbs are in the cabinet in the corner and the key is in the top right desk drawer."
Lucas nodded his head as he walked over to the desk and opened the drawer up. Grabbing the key he walked over to the cabinet and unlocked it before opening it up. Scanning through the limbs he grabbed a left arm and replaced it with his current one. Turning around he saw the scientist inject something into Claus's arm causing him to fall asleep. He watched as the scientist wiped down Claus's back before grabbing an operating knife. He looked away as soon as he saw the scientist start to cut into his brother's body. Ignoring what was happening with his brother he began to get started on his work for the day.
It took a half hour for the scientist to finish the operation. When he was done he replaced Claus's current limbs with the newer ones. All that was left to do was wait for Claus to wake up.
It wasn't until another half hour passed before Claus woke up. Groaning he slowly sat up and placed his hand on his head. Getting up he hopped off of the operating table. Wonder how it went he thought about having wings and sure enough the wings deployed ripping out of his shirt. He ran his hand across the wing and felt that despite being metal the wing was pretty smooth. He then retracted the wings back inside his body.
"Thanks a lot. Now I'm going to find the commander we're probably going to destroy some seals today. See you later Lucas." with that said Claus left the Chimera Lab.
Claus walked around the building looking for the Commander. He ended up finding him outside by the mother ship.
The Commander noticed Claus. "Are you ready?"
Claus nodded his head. "Yes, let's go."
The Commander and Claus entered the mother ship before it took off.