Chapter 16

Lea (First Person)

When I woke up from being on Sephiroth's back, I found out that I was back at the SHINRA HQ. I thought to myself, 'When did I get back here? What happened to Zyme? Someone, please, help me!'

I then heard someone say, "I think she's waking up. Go get Zack and Cloud, Kunsel."

I then heard Kunsel say, "Yes, sir, Sephiroth. I'll go get them now."

"Did we hear Kunsel right? Is she really waking up?" Zack asked, rushed.

"Calm down, Zack. Now, what are you guys talking about? She CAN'T be waking up from how badly she was hurt, right?" Cloud asked, confused.

Genesis was kneeling by my side and he said, "Lea's waking up for sure. You can see it. Kunsel was sent to the two of you by Sephiroth. He saw her waking up first. Now, be quiet." When I finally opened my eyes, I could see Angeal, Sephiroth, Zack, Cloud, Kunsel, Genesis, and Lazard hovering over me.

"Hey, Lea. We were wondering when you'd wake up. All of us have been worried about you. You and Zyme are here for us, so we're here for you guys. Do you understand, Lea?" Lazard asked.

"I understand, Director. How long have I been out? Where's Zyme? Why am I back at SHINRA?" I demanded.

Angeal then said, "You've only been out for a day. None of us know where Tseng actually took Zyme and Archel when they got here. You're back at SHINRA because Blake ratted us out to Mr. Shinra and we had to take you guys back here. That's all we know."

"It's very true." Zack stated.

Then, Kunsel said, "We've been trying to find Zyme and Archel. There's nothing on them! It's so frustrating!"

All of a sudden, Hojo came into the room and said, "I need Lea for experimenting on her. She should cooperate since she's unconscious." When Hojo came before me, he was surprised to see that I was actually awake.

When Hojo didn't go back outside, Blake came in with Mr. Shinra and asked, "What's taking so long, Professor? You should have been outside with her right away."

"If you don't pick up the pace, Professor, I'll get a different scientist to do the experiments. Do you understand?" President Shinra asked, very coldly.

Hojo got pale and said, "No, sir. I'll get onto it right away, sir. Sorry for wasting your very precious and busy time, sir." Shinra nodded and left with Blake on his heels.

"Do you need someone to help you with Lea, Professor Hojo: Zack, Kunsel, and I can help you with Lea." Cloud offered. When Hojo nodded his head, Cloud, Zack, and Kunsel helped carry me to the labs. The others just trailed after us.

As soon as we got to the labs, Angeal said, "We'll be out here waiting for you, Lea. Don't be afraid."

"Now you made her afraid, 'Geal. Puppy, don't you do or say anything stupid now." Genesis stated.

"Okay, boys. I'll be ready for you. Try not to do anything stupid, please. Or I'll have to knock you upside the head." I said with an amused smile. My friends laughed on my behalf. They knew I was serious, but they were just looking out for me. Once I got into the labs, something knocked me out. Hojo was standing behind me, smiling evilly.

When I came to, I heard Mr. Shinra ask, "What do you think he should do to her, Blake?"
Blake then said, "Have Hojo mate her like he did with that Cetra, sir. If she doesn't cooperate, hurt her best friend, Zyme." When I heard that, my eyes shot open in fear. That's when I heard the door open to let out Mr. Shinra and Blake. Hojo's goons were sitting and relaxing when the door suddenly burst open. When I saw who it was, I was overjoyed.

Then, Zyme thought to me, 'Our friends are outside waiting for the right time to come rescue us. We need to wait for that time, okay, Lea? For now, just wait.'When I looked at him closer, he was being restrained by Hojo's goons. I thought back to him, 'I'll wait, Zyme. But you know I hate being tied down. I'll try my best, adelfos.'With that, we both relaxed.

(A/N: Ooh, another cliffhanger. This chapter is longer than the last one. The next chapter will be back to normal. No more first person stuff. R&R please. 'Till next time. Bye!)