Tia:(sitting in corner, rocking back and forth)sssscccccaaaarrrrrryyyy…must never bother Michiru when he's playing video games…
Fairy Mi: Geez Michiru, you didn't have to be so cruel! Poor Tia(pats her on head)
Michiru:shrugs I don't like to be bothered when I'm in the middle of a boss fight, that's all. Speaking of cruel, you are killing any readers by keeping them waiting so long for the next chapter…
Fairy Mi: Quiet you! I've been busy and it's really hard writing worthy chapters…(sighs)Try it sometime, Mr. do nothing but sit on my arse and play video games, contributing in no way to the story!(hits him repeatedly with rolled up newspaper)
Michiru: Oi, knock it off you stupid fairy!(tackles her and starts fight cloud)
Tia: EEEEEPPPP!!!(runs from fight cloud)
Flammera:(walks in) That's enough you two!(torches them)Get on with the damn story already!(turns to readers) Deepest apologies for making you wait so long, we hope you enjoy.(walks off glaring at Fairy Mi)
Fairy Mi:(glares at Michiru)I hate you…
Michiru: Just get on with the story…
Chapter 5 Council Meeting.
Ben rushed into the meeting hall, drenched from the rain pouring outside and quickly made his way down the hall "Sounds like the meeting hasn't ended yet…good. I guess they haven't made a decision about our next plan yet.."
He winced as he saw a familiar elder tiger walking towards him with a look of severe annoyance on his face "Your late, again. You better hurry up and get in there, the others are getting impatient and they were about to continue on without you."
"Sorry grandpa, I had something to attend to first and I lost track of time"
"It's fine, just get your arse in there" he gave Ben a nudge and led him into the council room, where the town members were chatting. Upon the pairs entrance, everyone immediately fell silent. Ben and the elder tiger sat down in their seats while a younger wolf stood and cleared his throat "Now then, since everyone is here now we may begin. Charles, if you would."
The elder tiger stood, clearing his throat " Thank you Derik. Let's see, where to begin? Ah yes, I have gotten word that the village wants to discuss the attacks two years ago and have come to a decision concerning this matter. Is this true?"
Everyone nodded and Derik stood again " The village asked me to speak for all of us, if I may?" "You may, please continue" "Yes, well it has been two years since the attack and we all still believe that the Artic Kingdom and that base some 60 miles away where involved and quite possibly led the attack. The evidence against them is enough and the village as a whole, believe that retribution is owed."
Charles sighed and sat down, running a paw through his hair "Alright, so what sort of 'retribution' does everyone suggest?"
Derik paused, looking away from Charles' and Ben's piercing eyes "Well, we have made the decision of….returning the attack. They deserve to suffer the same pain as this town has suffered for two years."
Charles sat silent in shock and Ben stood, slamming a fist on the table causing everyone to jump. "No way, revenge is not the solution!" He stared angrily at everyone " Now, I know the pain this village has gone through but we cannot reduce ourselves to that pathetic level! Grandfather, we cannot allow this!" "Yes, I know. I never even thought of letting this happen, but calm down your starting an uproar"
The other villagers began shouting angrily, and then Derik spoke again after calming everyone down "Well, then Ben what do you suggest? We cannot allow them to get away with their crime and unless you can come up with a better decision we will go on with our plan."
Ben nodded "Fine. I, myself do not think we have enough evidence to prove that the Arctic Kingdom and that base had anything to do with the attack. I suggest we send a small group to infiltrate both places and gather more information, before doing anything else."
Everyone whispered amongst each other and Charles stood up next to Ben " I agree with this plan. This way we do nothing foolish and regretful. Now, does everyone agree on this plan?" Everyone nodded in agreement and one called out "But who is to be in this group and how many people should we send?" Charles looked at Ben and then back at the villagers "Well, I think just two people will do and as for who…I believe that Ben and Shalem have the most ability and skill to take care of the matter. That is, if Ben doesn't mind taking the job and everyone agrees to this?"
Everyone loudly and happily agreed and Ben nodded in agreement "Alright, I'll take the job grandfather. I won't let you down". Charles smiled "Alright, this meeting is adjourned. We will meet at the village gates tomorrow morning to see them off" he then turned, gesturing for Ben to follow him and walked out as the other villagers packed everything up and were leaving themselves.
Once outside, where night had fallen and the rain had stopped Charles sat down on a bench and Ben sat next to him "So, tomorrow Shalem and I leave?" "Yes, are you sure she will be willing to take the job as well?" "Of course, she's always up to missions with me. I swear that girl has too much fun with the missions." Charles laughed "Well, she is still young and most of the missions she has been on were easy and gentle on the mind. Unlike many of your missions huh?" "…yeah. I don't think she could handle those sorts of missions…"
"Mmhmm, I heard about her incident the other day. She got quite the scare right?" "Yep, she never listens to me about those kinds of things…maybe she's learned her lesson now." " Well I'm sure the both of you will be fine. By the way, I'm really proud of you, good job back there. You really lead them well and persuaded them from taking drastic measures" Charles clapped Ben on the back and smiled "but if your late again I'll have to give you extra training hours…"
Ben stared for a moment before laughing and Charles joined in, laughing for a while then Ben stood up "Well grandpa, I guess I'd best be going. I have to pack for the trip and all." "Alright, be sure to get some sleep too, cause you'll need the energy. Don't forget, we meet at the gates at dawn." "I won't. See ya!" Ben ran off toward his house while Charles sighed, looking up at the sky before heading to his own home, hoping for the best on the mission.
End Chapter 5.
Fairy Mi: ow, too much typing(sticks hands in bucket of ice)ahhhhhhhhhh…
Michiru: Geez your pathetically wimpy. Serves you right for taking such a long break from writing the story.
Fairy Mi: Quiet you or you'll type up the next chapter!glares Besides I'm not wimpy that was an incredibly long chapter!
Michiru: Whatever(walks away)
Fairy Mi: Your cruel Michiru! Hey Tina, can I ask you a favor?
Tina: Hmm? Yes Fairy Mi, by the way thanks for taking care of Michiru for me!
Fairy Mi: No prob! Now, to return that favor you can type up the next few chapters right?
Tia: Well. I-I..
Fairy Mi: Please?(gives teary puppy eyes)
Tia: Awww, don't cry! Of course I'll return the favor! I'll get on it right away!(zips off to computer and starts typing)
Fairy Mi: Well, that's the end of chapter 5, thanks for reading and don't forget to leave reviews please! Reviews help to make the story better and also inspire the staff. Anyways have a nice day and we will get the next chapter up asap!
Michiru: If a certain fairy doesn't get distracted and lazy again…
Fairy Mi: Shut up Michiru, you get no pay this week and you get extra chores!
Michiru: Damn…(shuffles away muttering to himself)
Fairy Mi: Bye!!!!(flies off)