Vriska nodded. Gamzee looked to be in thought. "Why exactly didn't you quit, KJ?" Rose asked, breaking the uncomfortable silence.
KJ looked at the group. "Cause' ah knew something wasn't right. It was a hard decision, and a quickly made one at that. But it was a sacrifice needed. What ah did was simply check on everyone to make sure missions were complete, I refused to take part in any killins. I had to investigate the guy that took over. Turned out he had killed the boss and his brother, takin' the brothers identity. Why he had done this ahm still tryina figure out. They had found out what ah was doin, though. They had tried to take me out, but ah was able ta lay low long enough for them to forget bout me. It had been quite fast, actually. Ahm guessin they didn't think they needed to worry. They have much more powerful people, with many powers that are extraordinary. Ahm tryina not get myself killed. So far it's worked, but ah can't say for how long."
"Again, let me get this fucking straight. You found out this mystery fuck's plots, or not?"
KJ shook his head. "Wasn't around long enough and didn't get close enough to."
"Do you have any leads?" John asked.
"Very little, and by finding where their base of operation is I hope to find answers."
"Waitta minute, didn't you work there?" Gamzee asked.
"Yes. And I went back to check it out, but the building was demolished when I got there, and I had guessed they were done for. But, I heard rumors of assassinations and attacks on groups and certain people. I followed the rumors, and found a blood stained jacket with the symbol of the organization on it. Turns out a lucky bastard took one down, but he was dead when I got to him. The target apparently inflicted too many fatal wounds on 'im."
"Sorry to interrupt so rudely, but this is much to process for us all. We should get some rest. Everyone think this over, form opinions, then we'll instigate this at a later time. So for now, everyone return to their homes." Kanaya said.
Everyone looked at one another, and started to leave. "Actually, Gamzee, KJ, Vriska, and Equius I'd like you all to stay one minute. Head into the room Nepeta is in."
The four nodded and walked into the house, to the room. Kanaya joined them shortly. "Why did you have us stay, if I may inquire?" Equius asked.
"You, Vriska and Gamzee were with Nepeta during the battle. KJ and Vriska were once with these lifeforms. KJ moreso. Gamzee has had a couple run ins."
"Your point?" Vriska asked.
"I'd like to get as much information as possible about these situations."
"How'd you know about me runnin into motherfuckers?" Gamzee asked.
"Nepeta told me. Also, she knows it was you in the woods taking care of the stalkers the other night."
Gamzee turned red and nodded. "So, Vriska, why after all this time would they pick you now? Is it because they finally found you?" Kanaya interrogated.
KJ interjected. "Nope. I've taken a good look at the people in this lil group, and I've seen a couple of em on file. That smart mouthed one, Karkat I believe, is one. Gamzee, also. That troll you found dead, Tavros wasn't it?, also. Aradia and Equius marked in a file together. Dave is an arrogant prick, the file said. Vriska has been on file for a while, they found her and she happened to be with several others who were on the list."
Kanaya nodded. "Is that all? And mind telling us why most if not all of us are under file?"
KJ looked up. "That's all I was able to see. Karkat's mouth got him in a sticky situation a couple years back. Gamzee.. You killed many members, counting several high ranking officers in one of your dark fits. Dave and Tavros.. they were once djs for a club they owned. Some of the best I've heard, but they quit after an argument got out of control and they got into a fight with some of the locals. Aradia and Equius had stolen materials from a job site. We all know why Vrisky's on."
Vriska's fist met his face again. "The name."
KJ smiled. "Used to it."
Kanaya processed this. "Pretty incompetent reasons for some of them. Dave can be an ignorant jackass, but once you get to know him he's not too bad.. at times."
KJ nodded. "They'll find the smallest reason just to kill. Besides, ah just skimmed the files, who knows what they're down fer."
Gamzee was reminiscing about the time he had gone nuts and lost all sanity at the point KJ spoke of. Equius nodded, remembering the stealing of robot parts with Aradia. Then thoughts went to the deceased Tavros. A tear came from Equius at the remembrance, and Gamzee's tears flowed freely. Kanaya looked at the trolls. "We'll conclude this for now. I'm going to stay and care for Nepeta. If that's okay." she said.
Gamzee and Equius nodded. "You are one of the most trustworthy, Kanaya." Equius said.
"Bro's right. We'll leave her in your miraculous care." Gamzee commented.
Vriska stood up and left. KJ looked uncertain. "Go talk to her, bro." Gamzee said, getting up and patting KJ's shoulder then leaving.
KJ got up and started to run after Vriska, grabbing her by the arm to stop her. "We gotta talk." he said.
"About what, how you betrayed me?"
"I had to!"
"No you fucking didn't! You could have came with me, we could have had something Kiligan! I really liked you, and my heart SHATTERED that day!"
KJ looked down. "Vrisky I didn't mean to. I thought I could stop them while working for them.. but was wrong.."
"Why didn't you at least fucking TELL ME?"
"I couldn't put you in a position of knowing."
"So, rather than being happy with me, you chose to break my heart and not tell me ANYTHING?"
KJ stared down, his hair covering his teary eyes. "I don't expect you to forgive me.. I don't expect you to listen to anything I say.. I just want you to know something.."
She glared at him. "What?"
He emraced her in a tight hug, pushing hips lips against hers. He let their lips part. "I love you, Vrisky.. Long before I asked you on that date."
She stared at him, not knowing what to say. "I don't expect you to return the feelin, I just needed to get it off my chest. Not everything ah do is for the best. Quite the opposite at times. But I hope we can start over, just maybe, one day.." he looked down, seperating the two, and ran off.
Vriska just stared at him as he ran. She ran to her house, opening the door, closing it, and quickly layed on her couch and sobbed.
After 15 minutes, a knock on the door came. She didn't feel like getting up and answering it. More knocks. She ignored it. "Mind if I let a motherfucker in myself?"
She didn't reply. "I'll take that as a 'why the fuck not'."
Gamzee walked in, taking a seat on the ground and putting a hand on Vriska's back. "I saw the little exchange 'tween you and KJ."
She looked at him, tears still flowing freely. "So?.."
"He looked sincere. Whatever he told you, he meant. I know he's sorry for what he did and wishes he had done it differently, seeing that the outcomes would have probably been the same."
"I know... I just... He... Ahhh..." she buried her head in her arms.
Gamzee gave her a couple pats on the back. She gave a couple sobs. "He told me... he loved... me..." she said between sobs.
Gamzee nodded. "I thought so. Believe him. He wouldn't have talked with you like he did and did what he did if he didn't. Back then, he didn't want you to get hurt. He didn't know you'd be in danger even if he didn't tell you his plans."
Vriska nodded. "Gamzee.."
Gamzee looked at her. "Yes?"
She engulfed him in a hug, resting her head in his chest and sniffled a few times. "Thank you for checking in on me."
He gave a wide smile. "It's only natural. You're my motherfuckin sis."
"I appreciate it." she replied, staring into his eyes.
Her eyes were still glossy. She looked a little dizzy from the crying. "Gamzee.." she whispered. "Hmm?" he replied. She tilted her head and moved forward.
Gamzee gave an uncomfortable look. Then both their phones rang at the same time, making them jump.
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EB: I noticed Dave didn't return. Has anyone seen him?