Disclaimer : I don't own anything.
Note : Yeah, I wanted to think up a way for Kapri to admit to what she knew, and her past life on earth. I mean, she could've just kept quiet about it, like it never happened, but it seemed better to have her admit to it.
Ok, quick question about Kapri's attacks. Did I ever give a name for the dog? If so, then I totally forgot. But I called him Angelo in the next chapter because I couldn't think of a better name.
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There was a loud crackle and the ground began to shake. Looking around as we held onto the railing for support, I watched as the turbines began to rotate, picking up speed as they went. Sparks of energy ran up them, and lights began to flash on.
The platform began to rise, and we all crouched down to protect ourselves from the debris that fell from above us. It was so fast that the next thing I knew, Kanoi was laying on the ground amongst us, and the platform rose high above his office.
Looking up from the ground, I absently helped him up as I watched a glowing ring around the top of the Garden, circle the building as it moved down, giving off a bright light. Metal armor appeared, and something large shifted on the other end of the building.
Then, I noticed the missiles.
"Missiles! Incoming!" I yelled, standing almost in shock as they headed directly for us.
"NO!!!" Kapri yelled, grabbing my hand and holding onto my arm as the Garden gave a violent lurch.
Squeezing her hand back a moment, before I realized what I was doing, I ducked down as the missiles flew right towards us, only to hear a large explosion behind us and straighten up to see that the had landed where the Garden used to be.
Used to be...
Now, we weren't in the same place, but were floating, yes floating, around on the island.
"We're moving?!" I shouted in surprise, pulling away from Kapri to stand by the controls.
Headmaster Kanoi nodded thoughtfully. "I see...so this was the secret..."
"Wow..." she breathed in awe, looking out over the view. The room we stood on was solid glass walls, so we could see everything.
Dustin nodded. "Oh man...! This is awesome!" he cried excitedly.
Not removing his eyes from the console, Headmaster Kanoi pursed his lips thoughtfully. "I wonder how things are going outside?"
"Shane, let's go check it out!" Dustin cried cheerily, racing to the elevator and taking it down.
Kapri nodded at me. "Come on, Shane, let's go." she said more calmly, taking the elevator down as well.
We headed down to the second floor and made our way to the balcony door way. Walking through, Kapri gasped with a smile and ran forward, leaning over the rail and letting her hair blow around her face in the wind.
I just watched her silently as she brushed thei hair out of her face and looked up before she turned to me and smiled.
Blinking a moment, I couldn't deny that she was beautiful.
Looking to the ground, I felt my face heat up and scowled at myself for thinking like that. But...as much as I wanted to deny it, I couldn't.
The door behind us burst open and Cam came rushing in, looking worried. "Shane! It's the headmaster! Get back to the bridge on the double!" he ordered before racing off.
Nodding to the others, we took off back down the cooridor and path, taking the elevator back up to the office, and the smaller elevator up to the bridge, where Headmaster Kanoi was running back and forth between the consoles, looking horrified.
Turning to us, his eyes were wide. "Shane! The controls aren't responding! I don't know what to do! We're going to crash into the town of Balamb if we don't do something!"
Dustin's eyes went wide as his face paled. "Mom..." he muttered.
"No way!" Kapri protested. "Can't we do something?!"
"Man...! This can't be happening!" Dustin cried.
"Shane, can you think of anything?!" the headmaster pleaded.
I shook my head, my mind drawing a blank. ...No! How should I know?! "DAMN!" I swore loudly, rushing to the panel and hitting random buttons as quickly as I could, turning the valve, and trying any way I could think of to make the Garden turn.
"Yes! We're turning!" Kanoi shouted happily.
We watched for a moment, frozen to our spots as Balamb Garden began to pass over the city of Balamb, crashing into the outside wall. But then it began to turn, heading out into the ocean instead.
As the Garden crashed into the light blue waters, there was a violent shake, and we all staggered as the waves rushed around us. Garden settled smoothly and began to float gently across the water as the waves settled down.
"Alright Shane! You did it!" Kapri cried happily, jumping a little with a bright smile on her face.
Sighing in relief, Headmaster Kanoi turned to us and nodded with a small smile. "...Phew! Shane, everyone, a job well done." he praised eagerly. "I think the worst is behind us now."
Somehow, I didn't feel the same. "...Where are we heading?"
"We'll drift along for now...until we figure out how to maneuver the Garden. So, it looks like we can finally relax for a while." he said with a thoughtful nod. "And spend some time considering what to do next." Then he chuckled. "So much for my room. Where am I going to change now?"
(Shane's Room, Normal POV)
After splitting up from the others, Shane headed back to his room for some well deserved rest, but unfortunately, his mind was too worked up to allow him to sleep. All kinds of questions and thoughts looped around his mind, making him frown and rub his temples when a headache began to form.
It was times like these... Boring times with nothing to do...that Shane didn't like.
Lying quietly on his bed, Shane sighed and looked at the clock beside him befor his eyes traveled to his gunblade case, where inside, lay his beloved Lionheart gunblade. With a roll of his eyes, he looked back to the ceiling and placed his hands behind his head befor allowing his mind to wander.
How long has it been since we started moving? There's not much more to do now. We've taken care of all the monsters in Garden.
It had taken the majority of the day to capture or kill the remaining monsters. Those captures were returned to the Training Facility, and those killed were left there as food for the others. Gruesome, but no one felt right about dumping the bodies in the sea, and they couldn't just keep them lying around Garden.
I don't think I ever saw anyone run so fast. Dustin sure loves his hotdogs!
Of course, Dustin's first move once everything was done, was to run to the Cafeteria, hoping and praying as loud as he could, that there were still hotdogs left. Shane certainly couldn't blame him, though. Balamb Garden's hotdogs were pretty famous for being some of the best, and there were always line-ups for days for them.
Oh yeah... I still have to report to Headmaster Kanoi. There's a lot of things I want to talk about, too.
But, would he have the courage? Would he be able to question orders and find out what was going on?
He's probably still busy, trying to re-establish order in Garden.
Or enjoying the viewpoint from our newest bridge. Yeah...that seemed more likely. Cam would be the one trying to re-establish order in Garden.
Groaning in irritation, Shane massaged his temples with his fingers as he sat up and got to his feet, walking over to his window and looking out it.
...We're in the middle of nowhere. Man, I'm bored... I hate having nothing to do. It gets me to thinking too much.
He supressed a yawn and frowned.
I hope Marah and the others are all right. Was it wrong of me to let them go? I wonder how Tori and Hunter felt about it. Knowing Hunter, he'd take it personally... Tori? Who knows?
That Sorceress... Who is she? Why does she seems so damn familiar? Why fire missiles at Garden? I know it's more than just the attack on her. And what about Blake? Is he ever coming back? I'll get even with him, next time.
Laying back down, Shane soon drifted off into a deep, dreamless sleep. He didn't know how long he'd been out, but when he opened his eyes again, he jumped a little to find startlingly blue ones looking at him. Blinking the groggyness of sleep away, he rubbed his eyes and sat up, finding Kapri standing by his door with a blush and teasing grin on her face.
"Hey."
He remained silent but nodded back at her, slowly.
She bent down a bit and pointed into his face. "You looked so adorable, sleeping like a baby." she teased.
Blinking a moment, Shane felt his face heat up and covered his face, acting like he was waking up still, while really, he was trying to hide his blush.
Laughing lightly, Kapri shook her head. "Come on, get up. Let's go." she instructed firmly.
"Go where?" he asked in confusion.
She clapped her hands and leaned against the door. "Give me a tour of Garden!"
A blink... Then another one... "...Is this another of your orders?"
She paused before shaking her head slowly, looking dead serious. "No. I just want you to show me around. You know, get acquainted with the place." She clasped her hands in front of her and batted her eyelashes at him cutely. "Please?"
With a sigh, Shane stood up and strapped his gunblade to his belt. "...Fine." he said irritably, heading out the door.
They made their way to the Directory in the main hall, all the while, Kapri was bouncing around excitedly.
"This Garden is so big! Do you think it's as big as Galbadia Garden?" she asked eagerly.
Not something he wanted to be reminded about. Biting back a scowl, he shrugged. "Who knows?"
She pointed to a path they'd ignored. "What's over there?"
"The Cafeteria." he said drolly.
"And over there?" she asked, pointing to another path.
"The Parking Lot." he said simply.
Stopping, Kapri placed her hands on her hips and frowned a little. "Shane, I appreciate you taking me on a tour, but could you make it a little more fun? You know, like a normal tour?"
What does she want fro me? he thought with a shrug, making his way first to the Cafeteria. Once standing in the semi-crowded place, he pointed to the counter. "This is the Cafeteria. Obviously, this is where we take our meals. But keep in mind, there's always competition for the good stuff. Especially the hotdogs. Some of the hotdogs are so popular, you'll be lucky just to see someone eating one." He pointed out the short line-up, in which Dustin was the next one to be served. "That's why you see the line every day. If you get here too late..."
Dustin was next up to be served, but when he asked for a hotdog, the lady sighed and shook her head. "We're sold out for today. Sorry." she said, and he hung his head before walking off.
"...That's what happens." Shane finished, holding back the urge to laugh.
She nodded for a moment. "...I see." Then she began to laugh.
Blinking for a moment, Shane narrowed his eyes in confusion. "...What's so funny?"
Shaking her head, she held up a hand. "You're so serious when you're explaining... It's just...odd..."
Crossing his arms over his chest, Shane sighed and rolled his eyes. "You're the one who asked for a tour." he pointed out.
She sobered up immediately and looked apologetic, though she still had a teasing glint in her eyes. "Oh, I'm sorry. You don't have to get all mad, like that."
He raised an eyebrow. ...Whatever.
They went to the Quad, the Infirmary and the Parking Lot, but there wasn't much to say about the places, though Dr Shayla did ask them to send in Headmaster Kanoi if they saw him. The next stop was the Training Center.
Standing at the entrance, Shane cheked his blade to make sure it was loaded and ready before turning to Kapri. "This is the Training Center, or, as we call it, the Monster's Lair. The monsters are left to run loose so that the students can get a feel for real battle. Wanna give it a try?"
Kapri sighed and rolled her eyes. "You know, I can imagine you doing this as a first date. You're so romantic..." she said sarcastically.
First...date...?
Blinking for a moment, Shane sighed and walked past her, making his way to the Library next. As they entered the large Library, he watched as she took in the peaceful atmosphere of the place with a smile.
"Wow! This is so cool! Mind if I take a look around?" she asked with pleading eyes.
Shaking his head, Shane watched as she ran off with a called out 'Thanks!'. Pursing his lips, he wandered to the Reading room in the back for the fun of it and stopped when he noticed a familiar redhead reading a book. Walking up to her slowly, he remained silent as she turned around and gave him a smile of recognition.
"Hi."
He nodded, reamining rooted to the spot he was standing on. ...It's her... "...I saw you in the infirmary."
She nodded and kept smiling. "You saved me from the monster."
"Who are you?"
She tilted her head. "Try and remember..."
Remember?
"It's be heartbreaking for me to know I was forgotten." she quipped softly, though she looked fairly serious.
So I have met her before?
"It's nice to be able to talk about old times, again." she said quietly, turning back to her book.
Taking the slight dismissal, Shane left the room in a confused state, meeting Kapri by the door but saying nothing to her as he walked back out to the main hall. There, he was met with a Garden Faculty member, and frowned deeply as the man rushed up to him.
"Student ID number, 41269, Shane Clarke?"
He nodded quietly.
"The Garden Master wishes to see you. Please report to the Garden Master's room, right away. Take the elevator to B1." he said firmly before walking off.
Shane turned his head a little and saw a deep fear in Kapri's eyes, as well as a deep-seeded anger. Not knowing why, he reached out and squeezed her shoulder reassuringly before walking off, ignoring any response she might've had.
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So, he met the strange redhead again. Anyone figure out who it is, yet? Come on... Look back over previous chapters and you'll figure it out. LOL.
Uh-oh... They're gonna go meet the Garden Master... Hmmmmm...
Hope you like it.
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Thank you.
Tenshi.