"I'm going on a trip with Sombra Jameson...no it's not a honeymoon you dolt...yes I won't be around town for a little while….well tell your young ones that I said Happy Birthday...okay, okay I understand. I'll see you later." Sebastian hung up the phone.
"Hey, you alright?" Sebastian turned and saw Tracer bringing in more boxes. "Oh I'm fine. I just had to let a friend of mine now I'd be gone for sometime. You need anymore help?"
"Yes. Perhaps moving more of your own property will build up some strength." Zarya said as she passed a big box over to Sebastian. He put his hands under it and the weight caught him. "Oh damn...I forgot how heavy my tools are."
"Move'em with Torbjorn. His workshop has space." Sebastian looked around for the Swedish engineer. "I don't see him. I'll look into it later." The three were pulling more stuff in as Sebastian wondered how it came this way.
While no pictures were put out due to his less than public appearance he never doubts that it would happen. The townspeople he knows would question him when it's revealed he's one of the most wanted man at the moment. And it would cause grief amongst many on how it affects things now.
He had to move in with Overwatch until either Vishkar was down or the bounty was taken off the table. "So that's about it, right?"
"Yeah, thanks Tracer. Thanks Zarya." Sebastian picked up a box and placed it on his new...old bed. The room used to belong to him and despite no memories, it did carry some resemblance to him. Only cleaner.
"If that's all I'll be around training. Hopefully I'll see there, da?" Sebastian nodded. "If I get the time. Can't have these guns if I laze around." Zarya patted his arm. "We can build up guns later. Until then Bastian." The Russian left as Lena zipped through his stuff.
"Wow, gotta say you got quite the collection of posters. Of us." Sebastian swiped the posters out of her hand. "Hey, when I woke up Sombra introduced me to you guys. And I thought you guys were pretty cool!"
"Did you know I had a poster with a rather risky pose. Had that sucker banned before I had this pose."
"Bet your girlfriend gets a live demonstration of that pose when you guys are together." Lena choked her own spit at that phrase. "I'm not wrong."
"Sh-shut it!" She laughed. The two shared the laughter before Lena straightened herself. "Welp as much as it was nice getting to move your stuff Sebastian, I got training before the end of the day. I trust you'll be able to find your way around." Sebastian nodded and continued to unpack. Lena zipped out of the room as he picked up a few books. He examined the cases and saw how fresh they looked.
The man placed them on his desk and pulled a gun holster. The leather was worn and scuffed up, but still functioning. He pulled it all out before seeing it with both a rifle strap on the back and a pistol holster on the side. Sebastian looked at the mirror and saw Noah wearing it. It was his gun holsters. Sombra must've saved it for him after his escape from Talon.
He hung it up on his mirror and worked through the rest of his stuff. He hasn't seen Sombra since she left with Burr, but he was sure she was in good hands. They were nice. He heard footsteps down the hallway and he ignored it.
When they stopped, Sebastian stopped working when he saw Widowmaker at the doorway. Noah leapt out and glared daggers at the blue assassin. His hand was itching toward his blade, but Sebastian stopped.
"Sebastian." Widowmaker said. "Widowmaker." The air was tense with the two in the same room. The assassin held up her hands in surrender. "I trust you won't try to kill me."
"I won't." Widow glanced at his hand and he saw the blade held tightly in his grip. He put it down as Noah was looking at her with animosity. "Sorry you, um, surprised me." The woman lowered her arms as she looked around.
"Nice stuff. I see you had time to build up some collections."
You think you can walk in here and just talk to us! Sebastian noticed how red Noah was. He wasn't in his passive blue or antagonistic purple color. This was rage, pure and simple. "I did. Thank you for noticing. I trust you know what I have."
She nodded and Noah almost lost it. Sebastian held a calm face however and put the blade in its sheath. "Look I understand if you have some words to say about me trying to kill-"
"Je suis désolé!" She exclaimed. "I mean I'm sorry." At some point there were times Amélie wished she couldn't feel. Especially now. Her heart was thumping with all the guilt that amounted from her assassination targets to the men she's slaughtered to reach them. This was one where she hasn't made peace with yet. Because unlike the others, he was still alive. And very different from the snarky prisoner that she broke.
Sebastian saw the genuine regret in her eyes. He opened his mouth to say he accepted her apology. That all was forgiven, but it didn't come out. He looked and saw Noah slightly calm down to a simple death glare.
You can't forgive her so easily.
"Sebastian?" He wanted to say apology accepted, but he couldn't. Every fiber of his being wanted to have this. An apology. Yet there was some part of him, growing irritated by that choice. Noah continued to stare at him.
Burr's failure was not killing this monster! Strike her down and have your revenge!
Sebastian looked at Widowmaker before simply walking past her without a word. She turned to see his back as his hand was tightly holding the hilt of his blade. It was shaking in what she guessed was anger. Her golden eyes looked down trodden as she looked around the room. There were clothes and books with some posters. Others were small knick knacks. She walked over and saw his gun holsters.
Amélie sighed before walking out the room. She shut the room and hit her head. "Stupid, stupid! Even with amnesia, he wouldn't just accept it."
Sebastian was walking briskly through the base when he heard a metallic thump. Ana stood behind him in more casual gear. "Ah Sebastian, did you finish off unpacking?"
"I did. Thank you for the room." Ana chuckled. "No need to act so formal. We do what we can to make accommodations easier for your move here. Now considering you're not a standing agent, I was thinking we can begin on simple chores around the base or basic training."
Sebastian looked at his blade and turned to Ana. "I'd like to learn how to use this more effectively."
"Going to take another stab at Amélie?" She questioned. Sebastian let out a small laugh. "No, no. I used that against another assassin and thought about using it since my baton's gone."
Ana walked up and picked the blade off his hands. The two walked out into the weapons room nearby and looked at it.
"This is a fine blade. I think I know the guy to help you use this."
"But I want to do more than just wield it." Ana raised an eyebrow as Sebastian pulled out an emergency translocator on the table. "I had a crazy idea while I was holding this thing. And I wanted to test it out."
Ana stopped him. "Know your weapon first. Once you know how to wield it, then you can add more later on. And as I said before, I know a guy. Follow me." She said.
The sniper tossed the blade back and Sebastian sheathed it. The two walked down to the training hall where the noise of a fight was heard. They opened the door and an orb rushed right at them. Ana didn't flinch as it stopped right in front of her face. "Zenyatta, you almost made me blink."
The Omnic floated in front of her as Sebastian was taken back by the floating Omnic. "Apologies Ana. I was simply carried away with my sparring session with the others." Sebastian and Ana turned to see Genji, Hana, and Lena. Lena saw him and waved a hello. He returned it.
"Finish up your training session and then we'll talk." Hana walked up. "It's okay Grandma, we got our daily workout." She stole a glance at Sebastian and nodded at him. "Do you need anything with us?"
"Genji." The cyborg ninja walked to Ana and bowed respectfully. "Ana, how may I be of service?" Ana began explaining what Sebastian wanted as Lena blinked next to him. "You get some training done?"
"Yeah. I got pretty fucked up earlier and plus I lost my favorite baton. Honestly I'm lucky to be alive right now." Tracer gave an understanding look and they turned to Genji. "I take it that you wish to wield that blade."
"Just enough to where I can defend myself." Genji nodded. It was different from last time. He remembered Burr making him promise to help him train and it seems that fulfillment still has to be done. "Very well."
Ana and the others watched Genji bring out foam swords and tossed one to him. Sebastian caught it and was surprised by the weight behind it. "We will begin whenever you're ready."
Sebastian looked at the foam sword and turned to Genji. For a brief second, he saw Moonlark. Her sneer and blade in the light was terrifying. He swallowed nervously as Noah stood next to him. He looked at Noah with a sullen look.
Are you ready?
"I'm ready." Genji nodded and waited. The two didn't move until Sebastian ran head on. He grabbed Genji's shoulder and swung upward. The ninja didn't flinch as he brought up his weapon and stopped it. He tossed Sebastian aside. "An impressive move to surprise your opponents."
Sebastian got up and swung wildly. Genji simply raised his arm in the right place and stopped each blow before it could even land. Ana examined them as did Lena. "These techniques are good. For a baton user."
Genji inwardly smiled at how familiar this was. Yet there was something in Sebastian's eyes. It screamed something. He raised up his baton and struck his hand. "OW!"
"You can never defeat one if you attack blindly."
"Sorry." He picked up the foam sword and tried focusing. Noah was right behind Genji and smirked.
It'll be easier if you were more willing to hit harder. Maybe this will help.
Genji's form changed to that of Widowmaker. Sebastian's eye twitched as he approached Genji. The two began exchanging blows with each one testing each other. They tapped, faked out, and surprised each other. Sebastian kept this up until Genji's face formed into Widowmaker's again. She smirked at him before blowing white powder in his face.
He flinched before seeing red. Noah smiled wickedly as everyone saw how aggressive how the fight was. Genji still kept control of the sparring session, but suspected something was wrong. He glanced to the side and Zenyatta was watching him as well.
Sebastian kept up the attack with a determined glare as he attempted to disarm Genji, the ninja reversed the momentum and threw Sebastian off. "There is more to the fight than what stands before you."
Sebastian got up as Noah glared at Genji. Blah, blah, blah. I want a swing at him.
Zenyatta nudged Ana. "How long has he been like that?" The sniper looked confused.
"Like what?" Lena asked. Zenyatta pointed at Sebastian as he seemed to be mumbling something back. He got up and cracked his neck. Genji turned to Zenyatta for a moment and they shared a nod.
Noah's eyes narrowed as he continued to watch the fight. Genji was making a fool out of them.
Strike harder! Don't let him play you for a fool!
"He's training us. Why can't you see that?" Sebastian mumbled. Genji looked at him questioningly before knocking the foam sword out of his hands. It flew into the air before Zenyatta caught it. Noah looked at the Omnic. It almost seemed the Shambali monk was staring right back at him.
Sebastian went toward the foam sword, but Genji dashed forward and held the foam sword at his throat. Everyone was looking at Sebastian weirdly as his face shifted from complicent to angry. Back and forth before Sebastian finally calmed down. Genji withdrew the foam sword.
"Were seeing how good I was?"
"Yes, you're quite decent with a weapon. Yet you lack something that seems the most important." Sebastian looked at him questioningly. "Love?"
"Balance." Noah raised his eyebrow at that. He stood next to Sebastian as Genji bowed respectfully. Sebastian returned the gesture and the Genji put a hand on his shoulder. "You seem troubled...perhaps we should've waited until you become adjust to your new environment."
"But it's not new I-" Sebastian started before remembering that he couldn't remember this place. These were new people to him and he couldn't do anything to change that. He sighed and dropped his head in a little shame. "I'm sorry, perhaps you're right. I just moved in. I think I need a little time to adjust. Thank you for the lesson Genji."
"You're welcome. Come see me again if you want to train again." The two parted as Sebastian rubbed his arm awkwardly. Ana stepped toward him. "He is right. You did just move in. Perhaps some food will help."
Sebastian's stomach growled as he nodded. "Tracer would you mind leading the way?"
The old sniper and the time traveller led him away as Genji and Zenyatta turned to each other. "Master did you see that?"
"A rather determined fellow with terrible balance within him. Though it echoes quite similarly like someone else."
"Hanzo or me?"
"Both I think. He seems quite aware that he knew who he was before through stories. And I could almost sense of self loathing. A tragic trait to have with the identity crisis." The two looked and Zenyatta handed Genji the foam sword. "I also think he was talking to someone."
"He was muttering something." Genji said. "Should we bring this up to Burr?"
"A very smart idea. Perhaps with his help we can help bring his friend back. Or at the very least harmonize him." The two walked off to the command center.
Meanwhile Burr was sitting in his office with Sombra. The two had a few drinks and now Burr was ready to get to the knitty gritty. "You could've called."
Sombra looked away. "It's a bit hard to believe he was under your care this entire time. I guess I should've searched harder." Sombra still didn't answer as she swirled the drink in the glass.
Burr leaned in. "I haven't heard from you since Nepal either. I actually thought they killed you until Widowmaker told me otherwise." Sombra smirked. "Guess Talon's a bit blind to their own betrayals. I must say I liked the hefty price you paid for it. Made a dent in your wallet?"
"I managed to fill it up." The two sat in silence once more when Burr chuckled. "Guess I finally managed to hook you up with someone after all." Sombra blushed and gripped her glass more.
"To be fair I didn't think you and Noah would actually kick it off, but hey destiny I guess." Burr took another sip. Sombra shook her head. "I thought you were kidding me on that matter."
He shook off his head. "No. I always pay back my debts. I did say I'd get you date if you helped me interfere with Widow's brainwashing." The two remembered those times before Sombra looked at him.
"I take it you to have hit off?"
"No need for answers that you already know." He replied. "Anyways straight to business."
"Oh you're just a master of foreplay." Burr grinned. "If Widow heard that then she'd have to put a bullet in her head." She shrugged and looked at him. "What do you want with me?"
The holographic form of Reaper appeared in front of her. "Like Noah, Reaper's vanished off the map. Of course in most cases I would say dead due to a fucking mountain falling on him, but we both know he can't just up and die because of that."
"Now how did you find out about my little investigation?"
"You were sloppy in revealing your existence. Plus I'm not gonna lie, we've heard whispers around that there was a hacker poking and prodding Vishkar's servers. In most cases Talon would cover up your digital footprints, but then I remembered you didn't have Talon benefits anymore."
"And why exactly would I want with Reaper? No one liked the guy." Burr raised any eyebrow. "You want to everything. And if you're like me, you would be a little set off that Reaper's been quiet these past two years. A guy like him would make quite a bit of noise if one was off his leash. Of course a better explanation would be that you were wondering what would happen if he came after Noah."
The hacker shook her head. "You got a bit of both. And you'd be surprised by how long I've been after Gideon."
"Try me." The two looked at Reaper and Burr sighed. "The last time we saw each other, he ripped my hand off. Guy's such an asshole." Sombra chuckled. "Course Gabe is. Although I wondered where that hero worship you had for went."
"Out when I saw him again." Burr said as he put his head down on the desk. Sombra sighed. "I suppose you also want to ask for my help."
"It's not going to cost me almost half million will it?" She laughed. "Of course not. I'll help you as long as Noah's under your custody. I like the guy too much." Burr smiled at that until he remembered Angela and Fareeha. "You got some stiff competition."
"I know. I don't mind it." Burr shrugged. "If you insist. I'll show you to your new workspace unless your room works."
"It'll work for me." She said. Burr nodded and heard a knock at the door. Sombra waved a goodbye before finishing her drink and vanishing in front of him. Burr shook his head as he opened it. "Genji, Zenyatta what brings you here?"
"We believe there may be something wrong with Noah." His smile fell and he looked at them confused. "Explain."
In another part of Gibraltar, Ana and Sebastian were munching on their food. They heard a bit of rumbling before a loud laugh was heard. "Ana! I've heard we got a new one in the team! Let us see him."
Sebastian saw Ana's eye glance at him and urge him to turn around to see Reinhardt looking down at him with Lucio and Winston. "Eh yo what's up!"
"Lucio?" The DJ nodded before Sebastian found himself starry eyed. "Holy crap, it's amazing to finally see you! I've got so many of your albums on my phone and I love what you did you in Brazil! It's very exciting!"
Now that was surprising to see. "But I heard what you did. Now that's sticking up for the little man. You aimed for the top and Bastian was trending earlier."
"I was trending? I'm guessing it wasn't in a positive light." Lucio gave a fifty-fifty sign. "I didn't aim to kill. My friend was in danger and I couldn't abandon her. But I'm glad I did get a hit in."
Reinhardt put a hand on him. "But thank you for saving Angela though! It would be very difficult to continue the fight without her." Ana let out a small click and Reinhardt rubbed his head apologetically. "Of course we have Lady Ana, Zenyatta, and Lucio to help too!"
"Aw thanks big man."
Winston walked up to Sebastian. "So I do hope you like your accommodations." Sebastian nodded. "Thanks Bannana man." Winston was caught off guard by the nickname as Sebastian innocently smiled. "Burr told me to call you that."
"Of course he did. Did he tell you anything else?"
"I would get to meet the great scientist Winston." Winston got flustered at that. "Oh I wouldn't say a great. I'm a good scientist, but I mean-"
"You're a talking Gorilla that wears badass armor. I think great scientist wouldn't be far off." Sebastian said. "If you say so."
"Well we were gonna get food. Talk to later Sebastian. We'll see you around!" He waved bye to all of them before sitting back down with Ana. "They're quite welcoming."
"Of course they are." She replied. Sebastian smiled at the group ahead and looked next to him. Noah was sitting there. His grin fell as he looked upon his other half.
You seemed to keep your cool around them.
Sarcastic as usual. Sebastian turned and saw the steam from Ana's cup. "May I have some?"
"You may since you asked so nicely." She poured him a cup and the two drank together.
Noah sat impatiently next to them and looking around. Sebastian and Ana were enjoying the bits of noise and peace while the other half of him kept looking around him.
I wonder where...it's her.
Widowmaker was walking by with her tray in her hand. She seemed pretty content with the selection of food before she locked eyes with Sebastian. The assassin seemed to want to talk, but Sebastian turned away from her and drank his beverage. She sighed and walked away. Ana saw the exchange.
"You seem very cold to her."
With good reason.
"I'm...sure something happened between us. I don't remember much, but some part of me feels very distrustful next to her. I don't mean for it, I just feel it." Ana nodded. "I understand that feeling. Though you can't go on living with us if you're gonna ignore her. After all she is Burr's special lady."
I still don't understand the reason why he goes for her of all people. He knows what's happened to us. He knows what SHE did to us!
"I can work on it, but I think I still need a little time. Besides I will still trust her even if things are awkward." Ana seemed satisfied with that answer as Sebastian tried quelling the anger within him. He turned around to see if anyone else and saw Fareeha walking in. Ana saw her daughter and waved down at her.
She waved back and walked to the table. "Mother, Sebastian."
"Sit habiti, we'd like your company." She gave a bright smile as Fareeha sat down next to her mother. Sebastian and her made eye contact and so the anger was quelled. The two said their hellos as Ana poured herself another cup.
"Sebastian, how do you like Gibraltar?" Fareeha asked. "It's great! Everyone's been nice so far and I hope I don't get in the way of things."
"Don't be silly. You aren't a burden." Noah's constant glare softened at that. Sebastian noticed that as a ghost of smile was on his other half's face. That was perhaps the happiest he's seen him. "Thank you Fareeha. I'll do my best to make that statement true."
Ana was watching the two and smiled. Fareeha hasn't been smiling this long since the events of that day transpired. Sebastian grabbed the pot and held it toward Fareeha. "Would you like some?"
"Of course." He poured some of it into her cup and the two drank together. Ana was forgotten as they enjoyed the peaceful quiet they held. True they heard the others, but they paid no heed to that. Ana picked up her tray and stepped back and turned to see Reinhardt, Lena, and...76 of all people watching the two.
"Ah it seems Fareeha's more relaxed."
"She's been like that since we got back from Washington." Lena said. 76 kept studying Sebastian. "I see the kid's still kicking."
"Ah they're young Jack. Of course they'd still be kicking. Now take your leave. I still have to watch over Sebastian for a little while." Two stepped away and continued their tasks as Jack kept watching.
"How many times have people seemingly died before coming back." Ana sighed. "To be fair Jack, we all lost something when we did come back. Now get going."
"Yes Captain Amari." Jack said before walking away.
Meanwhile Fareeha and Sebastian were still enjoying the moment when one of them broke the ice. "This tea is not as bad. Though I did like the little mixture you made back at that town."
"Aw thank you. I'm sure I can make you something that next time." Fareeha liked that idea and Ana came in. "So will I be expecting a new son in law anytime soon Fareeha?"
Sebastian choked on his tea as Fareeha froze at the question. The people watching watched with bemused expressions as Sebastian pounded his chest. Ana continued, "I never did get to have a son. Though I guess it's about that time."
Fareeha flushed red. "Mother, I prefer if didn't say such things in front of my friend." Ana chuckled. "Of course, but Sebastian I want you two to be safe during your time together." Sebastian felt cold as Noah picked up a slight blush.
Very forward on the subject matter isn't she.
Fareeha covered her head with her arms as she groaned softly. "I just came for lunch." Ana smiled happily at her daughter as Sebastian stepped. "Now Ana, I wouldn't jump to conclusions about, um, us. I'm very happy as her friend."
"Lie to yourself child, but don't bother me." Ana said. Noah raised an eyebrow amused at how Sebastian was trying to control the situation.
You know what on second thought, she's not so bad. I like this teasing.
"Who's lying to themselves?" Another voice said. Noah and Sebastian turned to see Zenyatta and Genji approaching them. Noah's bemused expression returned to neutral when they approached, but Sebastian greeted them with a smile. "Oh hello. How are you two?"
"We are fine, but I thought we'd ask you some questions and for Miss Amari to accompany us." Fareeha looked at Sebastian questioningly when Ana stepped in front. "I think they're talking to me."
"Yes we are. And Miss Fareeha, Burr has asked for you to prepare for your latest mission with Widowmaker." Fareeha glanced at the French assassin's direction, but saw they were gone. "Very well. I'll get ready."
Before she left Sebastian stopped her. "Hey Fareeha."
"Yes." Sebastian turned to see the group looking at him. He held out his hand. "Stay safe ok."
She looked at his hand before shaking it. "I will." The two parted and Sebastian watched her go do her duty. Noah watched her walk away with a hint of sadness.
Be careful Fareeha.
Sebastian looked at his other half for a brief second before turning over to the rest. "Is there anything you'd like to know."
"Please follow us." Noah sensed something was up and a small glare formed as Sebastian followed the Omnic out of the room. Ana put up the trays before going along with them. The walk was quiet for a moment. The echoes of their footstep was heard through the hallway when Sebastian could smell incense. Ana glanced at Genji and Zenyatta as the two opened the door and the warmth of candles was felt.
"Nice decor."
"Thank you." Genji replied as they all went in.
Sebastian and Ana sat next to each other as Zenyatta and Genji exchanged glances. "Sebastian something of interest has caught our attention earlier today. Particularly how you acted during your fight with Genji."
Sebastian tilted his head in confusion. "Excuse me? Was something wrong?" Acting as of nothing was wrong was easy, but inside Noah was stirring. "I'm sorry if I acted aggressive, I was just swept in the moment."
"That may be, but something in your eyes has shown something. Utter discord."
Wow how insightful. What's this got to do with anything?
"Your eyes dart around as if someone else was in this room. Despite the fact your focus should be on me. How long has it been like this?"
"Is there something that needs said? Are you saying I'm out of control or something?" Genji looked him in the eyes. "My master is just asking a few questions. Any actions he may want to take is up to you. This is run by your consent."
Ana put a hand on his shoulder. "I don't know if this is smart to do it now. Is there any solid reason for this."
"It's just a suspicion. Sebastian you show heavy discord within yourself." Noah shook his head.
What does this bucket of bolts knows? I say we leave.
"Thank you for the heads up Zenyatta, but I've kept myself together pretty well for two years. I'm sure nothing is wrong." Despite no expression shown, the Omnic was clearly calling the excuse out. "If you say so."
"Master."
"Perhaps my judgment was too hasty. I suppose I simply made a mistake."
That's right Omnic. Try and remember that next time.
Ana got up. "Sebastian why don't you acquaint yourself to the facilities on your own. I believe you're capable of doing that."
"Um…sure. But is that really-"
"I want to talk to these two about a new mission that's been given to me. It'll take a few." Sebastian nodded before getting up and leaving the room. Ana kept watching the door before finally turning to the other two. "What's your suspicions?"
Zenyatta sighed. "He shares a terrible imbalance within his spirit. Similar to Genji and possibly even rivals Widowmaker's. I fear what may come of Burr's oldest friend if this imbalance isn't cared for."
"Imbalance? What could cause that imbalance?"
"The weight. The weight of burdens from the past."
"He's an amnesiac. That's impossible." Zenyatta glanced at her. "Memories are vital. They are the sewing material for the very fabric of our life, our ideals, our doubts, our fears. And despite what may have transpired, one cannot truly forget or else they are someone in general."
In other places Sebastian was running. He didn't know what made him do so, but his footsteps echoed through the halls as he tried to make sense of why. Noah was always in the windows. He seemed curious about his behavior while the woman in gray was watching him as well. His lungs felt like they were on fire when he ran out of the base. The fresh coast air greeted him and he stopped. He panted hard as he looked at his hands.
Why is some part of him snapping at Zenyatta? He liked Omnics. Especially the Shamballi. Why is this now getting to him?
What are you going to do? The woman asked. Her lab coat moved softly with the wind. Sebastian felt the urge to run again when he bumped into Noah.
Trust me. What that Omnic says is nonsense. You're fine.
Perhaps you should seek his help.
There's no point going if you're fine. Come on pal.
You're still damaged! Please son, seek help! I know you're scared but you need this!
Whatever you're thinking stop.
Sebastian saw the two standing side by side as the world gained a green hue. He clutched his head tightly before turning away from them and running again. Above the roof, Sombra watched. It was distressing. She wanted to jump in, but something stopped her. She looked in his direction and saw someone who could help.
He kept running until he stopped in front of several gravestones. Names were on there. Names of the fallen. Fallen soldiers, saviors, heros. He stopped to see some of the names. These were true heros. Numerous names of humans, omnics who have done much to preserve the world. He wouldn't get to know them.
"Sebastian?" He looked up from the stone and saw Angela. "What're you doing out here?"
"Um, jogging?" She scanned his appearance. "Intense jogging I'm sure. I suppose you were doing some exploring while Ana had to take care of something. What'cha doing there?"
Angela blushed and stepped back. "Oh, um, I was just trying to stop an old habit." He walked toward her and saw her standing in front of a more recently engraved name. His name.
Noah Bastian- Agent of Overwatch
"...oh." Sebastian said. Noah appeared next to him and looked at it.
All this and I'm not even treated to a statue. Haha I'm kidding, but still. Here's what we get. A name on a rock if we continue.
"Did I get like a gravestone or something." Angela looked over her shoulder and Sebastian followed her gaze. He walked past her and stepped in front of the stone. The woman in gray was kneeling in front of the grave.
A mother should never see their child's stone. Sebastian felt a little sick as he stood before the grave. Angela put a hand on her shoulder. "Sebastian...I guess it's a little strange to be in these circumstances."
"A little, but I'm fine Angela."
No you're not.
"I'm fine." Sebastian repeated. Angela stepped up and looked concern. "I don't think so."
"Neither did Zenyatta but I'm sure he's wrong."
"What's that suppose to mean?"
"That means I'm okay!" Sebastian suddenly shouted. "Despite everything that's happened I'm perfectly okay! Sure I made horrible enemies, fled my home, and now stuck in a place where people know me as someone else. Someone who's dead!"
Angela was taken back by the anger. "You and the others act like you don't miss Noah. Burr, you, Fareeha...the others. I don't know what the hell I'm supposed to do. I'm trying to be more like him, but I can't! He's right!
"Where's this coming from? Who's right?"
"HE'S RIGHT!" Sebastian screamed as he pointed at the grave. Angela's eyes widened at his claim as Sebastian realized what he just said. "I...I'm sorry. I think I got a lot of stress-"
Angela hugged him. He didn't move as she held him. "Please calm down and think it through." He raised up an arm and wrapped it on her shoulders. "I...I see him."
"What?"
"I see Noah. Ever since Fareeha kissed me." He stopped and saw the look of surprise. "I can explain that later, but every since you guys came my mind's been crazy. I see him and I hear speak about the past, how we were, how I wanted to kill Gideon. It's a pain. He's such a goddamn pain. How the hell did you or Fareeha ever fall for him?"
"..." Sebastian let her go and backed off. "I...I want my memories back so I can fix whatever I did wrong, but he keeps on stopping me."
"Then I can help you. Zenyatta can help you! Sebastian, Noah please we can help you." She stepped forward and Noah narrowed his eyes. "How can you? You hurt us the most."
Sebastian covered his mouth as Angela stopped. "What?" Noah sneered. "Come on Doc. Won't we just be a hinderance?"
"Wait, it wasn't like that."
"Oh I don't know Doc. It seems pretty obvious. We would be nothing but trouble. I'm glad you pointed this out. I'm sorry we would be like that."
"No, Noah it wasn't like that! I rejected you because it was a spurt of the moment and I found myself regretting it afterwards. Noah, I care for you. We've saved each other before and I'm ecstatic you're still here. I was devastated when you were gone!"
"Really?" Sebastian tried stopping himself, but Noah was in control. "It's astounding you still hold that flame. Wouldn't someone like you move on fast?"
"You think I would forget you. We were close friends. We shared secrets with each other. You willingly stayed with me through all my rants and ravings. My work became an afterthought after we spent so much time together. You were...someone I could trust. How could I move on in such little time?"
Noah was stood still as Angela reached in and planted a deep kiss. Sebastian and Noah felt the power behind it as she pushed on. He slowly returned it and the two held each other for what felt like the longest time.
Sebastian felt Noah loosen his control and pushed back. He stopped the kiss and stepped away from Angela. "Am I looking at Sebastian or Noah?"
"I need to get help." He backed away from Angela and ran off. Angela didn't try stopping him. Sombra appeared from behind the grave. "Nice going Angel."
"How long have you been there?"
"Long enough."
Sebastian ran all the way back to Zenyatta's room and saw the Omnic by himself. "You missed Ana and Genji. They went looking for you."
"I need your help!"
"You wish for tranquillity?" Zenyatta asked.
"Yes."
The Omnic looked at him. "The discord within in you is most troubling. Perhaps it is best I help you or else this will just consume you."
"Please show me the way." He pleaded. Zenyatta studied him. "It's as if Genji has given you his lines during your training sessions. Very well, with me you can proceed without fear."
Sebastian sat down with crossed legs as Zenyatta's golden arms appeared. All hands formed over an orb.
"Pass into the Iris."
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*Next Time*
"You're gonna regret coming here." Noah said. Sebastian pulled out his sword and stood against his other half. "I'm reclaiming my mind."
"Gideon's making a move. Fareeha, Amélie it's up to you to stop it." Pharah nodded as Widowmaker gave a small grunt. "Come home safely."
Symmetra pushed the others away. "You're gonna lead us all to ruin! This isn't what we stand for and I insist we stop."
Gideon smirk fell. "I will not tolerate insubordination. And if you think you can reach safety underneath Gerard's legacy then you're dead wrong. Good bye."
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Whew this was a tough one to get through. I imagine the frightful workload for the next chapter will be a lot. However I need a break. A long one at that. So for now I'm going on hiatus again. For how long who knows? I'll never be done with this story, but even I need my rest. I'm grateful for all the attention this story has gained and I look forward to continuing it later on. Until then ciao.
