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Chapter 4: Letting something off your Chest

I sit on the floor while Sven's laying on the couch unconscious. Yesterday night ended up being a nightmare. Great, there is a definite possibility if anymore of my friends come to New York City and be in danger. What am I going to do? I can't stop an army, by myself.

Me: * sigh * What to do now?

Voice: You really are worried about him, huh?

I turn around and saw Leo sitting beside me on the floor. Carrying a sack with him.

Leo: Back at the van, what did you mean?

Me: * sigh * Leo, I'm only telling you this and you better not tell your brothers, not even Splinter. Until I'm ready. Please don't say anything. I'm begging you.

Leo: I know this is going against what I believe but I promise.

Me: Thanks, Leonardo.

Leo: So how did you meet Sven?

Me: You know I wasn't always a Sweeper. I used to be an assassin in an organization called Chronos Numbers. Chronos believe that getting rid of those who commit evil will bring world at peace. I was known as the best they have. They call me Number XIII a.k.a. Black Cat because of my talents. I've killed so many people without hesitation. Without thinking through what I'm doing. On one mission I have to kill a governor who use to be a gangster name Rib Tyrant. He was holding a party after he was elected as governor. That's where I met Sven. He was there to bring him to jail and collect his bounty. I succeeded in my mission while Sven didn't. I thought that was the last time I see him.

Leo: When did you see him again?

I could tell Leo's getting interested in my story so I continue.

Me: I met him again on my next mission that involves getting rid of a bio-weapon.

Leo: Bio-weapon?

Me: Yep, just like it sounds. It's a living, breathing, killing machine.

Leo: How is that even possible?

Me: By using the stolen information, Torneo Rudeman, made it possible. This weapon is in a form of a human, a human little girl.

Leo: That seems so…

Me: Strange or ridiculous? Am I close? Anyway, her name's Eve.

Leo: You have to kill it even if it is a little girl?

Me: I know, that's homicidal. I think. Before I can shoot Sven came in the room where she was being held. And Rudeman and his men caught us. So I miss my chance to do my part. The second time I tried I burn Rudeman's home and his lab. Half of that part was complete and I was going to finish the job. It was a perfect opportunity too. But I didn't shoot her instead I walk away. During the weeks after that I've been letting my victims run for their lives and never to return. One day, I face the Elders of Chronos and told them I quit being their house pet. You know if you ever quit Chronos, they will both hunt you down and talk you into coming back or are killed by their leader.

Leo: You still said no after that?

Me: Yep.

Leo: What change your mind in the first place?

Me: After the Rib Tyrant's murder I've met someone whom made me have a change a heart in life. Her name was Saya Minasuki and she was a Sweeper. Saya was my first friend that I ever made. She carries a pistol like me as a weapon. She said, "A gun is used what the holder choose for it." I even ask her why she became a Sweeper. She told me that it was the right thing to do.

Leo: What happen to her?

I have a feeling that he was going to say something like that. I took a deep breath and try to tell him a straight answer.

Me: She died by my former partner, Creed Diskenth.

Leo: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. You don't have to answer this but how did she died?

Me: * cat grin * Don't worry about it. Beside I want to get this off my chest anyway. It was during the festival before the fireworks started firing in the air. Creed killed her with his invisible sword. I couldn't believe I was too late after that note Creed sent me about "releasing me from the witch's spell". While the fireworks started Saya died in my arms saying, "the fireworks are so beautiful". I wanted revenge after what he did. I ended up getting burn after saving 3 kids from a burning oil tank. When I woke up Sven and Eve help me get better. After saving Eve from Number VII, Jenos Hazzard, we drove off. I became a Sweeper and help collect the bounties even though I mess up a lot. But it was worth it. The End.

Leo: Wow, you've sure been through a lot.

Me: That's half of it but I'll tell you next time.

Leo: * hands me sack * Here, Master Splinter wants you to dress in these before training starts.

Me: How do you even know if they fit me or not?

Leo: Don't worry. While you were unconscious we let Mikey and Donny measure you so Master Splinter could make you these.

Me: * growl * When this is over remind me to my payback on you guys. * Looks at Sven * Wait, what about…?

Leo: Don't worry I'll watch over him. You go change and training starts in 20 minutes.

Me: Thanks, Leo for listening.

I went upstairs and into my room for now. Close the door and open the sack. I look at the outfit and try it on. It looks embarrassing on me! At least Sven isn't here to witness this that could be terrible for me.

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