Chapter 16: Words Left Unspoken
On the dining table,
Now that her comrades have gone from the planet, she begins her mission. She started to keep her eyes on Basco and begins her act. Got into fight with Marvelous and sending her comrades out of the planet are part of her plan to get Basco lowered his guard so that he begins to spill his plan. But, agreeing to Cain's wedding proposal was sudden decision that she made to repay Cain's kindness towards her and the kids. She looked into the engagement ring on her ring finger. It's hard to believe that she has engaged to Cain and in no time, they'll get married. She feels something is not right, but she can't do anything about it. Feeling helpless
Cain: Luka, do you enjoy your food? You seem a bit distracted.
Though Luka feels a bit strange without her friends, but she has to be strong and remember to carry her mission. She put a smile of her face.
Luka: Of course, I like it Cain. I don't mean to be rude... Actually... I was wondering why Basco is still doing here in our planet? (She gave that sharp glance on Basco with fake smile).
Basco was surprised but instantly maintain his cool. Cain does not know what to respond.
Basco: I'm so sorry my lady if my presence cause discomfort to you. But, I was here to help out King Cain with... anything that he need since the planet is still new. (Basco is trying to find words to support his excuse. He doesn't expect that coming).
Luka: Don't worry, Basco. Since I'm here, I can help Cain with everything that he need. This planet is our dream, I'm sure we both know how to run this planet. So yeah, you don't need to worry anymore... Right, Cain? (Luka immediately reach for Cain's hand, holds it and gives the sweetest smile that no one could resists)
Cain feels a bit confused but loses to Luka's sweet gesture. " Urm... yeah... I think so... too."
Basco gave that annoying look and fake smile on Luka. That lady is totally up for something. "I'm so sorry if I make both of you feel uncomfortable. But at least, please let me stay until your wedding day. I would love to be in your big day.
Luka was about to object but Cain quickly responded. "Of course, my friend. You are my honoured guest. Please don't get the wrong idea of our intention. We would love to have you during our wedding day.
Cain: Thank you, my friend. Glad to hear that. Is it okay with you, my lady? (Cain smirked and pretends to wipe his tears as if he's touched).
Luka bites her lips in disappointment. But in a way, her plan succeeded. She is so sure that Basco will speed up his plan and that gives her the chance to actually know what he is actually up to.
Basco: Don't worry, my lady. I won't stay that long. After all, your wedding is just a week away... Then, I shall be gone.
Luka was so surprised. "What?!"
Cain: Sorry that I forgot to tell you, Luka. I actually bring forward the wedding date.
Basco smirked when seeing Luka's reaction and whispers... "Let see how it goes, my lady".
Now, she become more anxious. She's not ready yet.
In Gokai Galleon, few days after they departed from Planet Millcain...
Everything goes back to normal and they sail through the space. The bag that Luka gave during their last day on Planet Millcain remained untouched as Marvelous forbids them. Everyone feel so lost without Luka. Somehow, they still can't accept the idea that Luka will not be with them again especially for Ahim. She often cries in her room but she doesn't share it to anyone.
Gai: Minna-san, lunch is ready! Let's eat...
Doc, Ahim and Joe approached the dining table in unexcited manner. Honestly, they don't really have the appetite to eat especially for Marvelous (Though, he really loves to eat). But, they have to survive the day and get adapted to the situation fast. They have to maintain that space pirate reputation.
Doc: Marvelous...let's eat.
Marvelous stands up from on his captain chair, walked to the crow nest and not responding to the invitation. He can't even imagine Luka is getting married soon. His heart is screaming so hard to go and get her back but the feeling of guilty holds him from doing so.
Navi flew to the dining table. "Marvelous is seriously affected by Luka's departure, isn't it?
Everyone nodded in agreement.
Doc: I wonder why Marvelous doesn't chase after her?
Gai: Yeah... speaking of that, I heard that it was related to their past time. I'm sure Joe-san know better.
Everyone look to Joe with that curios look , that demands for answers especially Ahim. Joe feels reluctant to speak about it, but he knows that others deserve to know about it.
Joe sighed. "I don't know about it much. It... has something to do with Fia.
Everyone was so surprised. Now that they know ... whatever the unresolved matter is between Marvelous and Luka, it must be a serious a thing when it related to Luka's late sister. In a way, they can guess it out and begin to understand what is actually going on between these two.
Ring...ring...ring...
All of sudden, Ahim's mobirate is ringing. Ahim quickly fetch the call. "Hello, who's there?"
It was from Mio. "Mio's here. I don't know whether I do the right things. But, I think you guys need to know about this. Onee-chan's wedding will be on next week. Perhaps, you guys want to come... Onee-chan must be happy to have you guys here especially for the capt...". She gives some hint.
Ahim was so surprised, causing others' curiousity to rise tremendously. "Thank you, Mio-chan"
Joe: What is it, Ahim?
Ahim: Luka-san is getting married... next week.
Doc: What? It just few days away. Didn't they say that the wedding should be in next month?
Gai: Yeah, I don't think we can make it in time. We are so far far away from the planet.
Ahim: We must tell Marvelous-san fast. He needs to know about this. Though, they never really speak about their feelings in front of us, I'm so sure that they loved each other since from the beginning.
Gai: Marvelous-san definitely has to do something, if he wants her back.
Everyone nodded and agree to what Ahim and Gai had said. Even blind people can see those two's fondness of each other.
Navi: But how?
Joe sighed: I'll talk to him...
Somewhere in Planet Millcain...
Luka always observe Basco's silently whenever she had the chance. She even had the Ultra Ninja Art : Hyper Hearing that she and Joe got from the Kakuranger to listen to Basco's conversation. She has to learn Basco's evil plan as soon as possible and prevents it from happening.
One day, she saw Basco went into the abandoned warehouse sneakingly. Much to her dismay, she saw thousands of barrels kept in the warehouse. "I feel bad about this".
Basco is talking on the phone, " Don't worry. Our plan will be going as we had planned. Just be patience. I'll let you know when it's ready. They will never know what actually gonna happens in few days time. Little that they know, a big nightmare is coming on their way. Ha-ha,"
He continued. "The wedding day will become a tragedy that they won't forget. About the King and lady thief... you don't have worry about them. They are too busy with the wedding preparation. She'll be doing exactly what I say. Soon...when the dome comes down, send down your fleets here"
Luka enraged and clenched her fist. "Damn, Basco! Just what is he up to? Who's she? Do we have traitor?"
Marvelous went out with his sword. He wanted to practice his sword skills and break some rock or anything to distract him from thinking about Luka. Joe joins in with the practice without Marvelous's request. The others followed after Joe. They wanted to see what will happens from far.
Marvelous: What are you doing here, Joe? I just want to be alone.
"Who cares?" Joe immediately grabs his sword and blows it toward Marvleous. Marvelous was so surprised but quickly dodge the blow. They fight intensely. Joe wanted Marvelous to wake up from his senses and become like his normal self again. Right now, his captain is nothing but a body without soul. He doesn't have the passion anymore towards the treasure. Maybe, it's because he just lost the biggest treasure in the universe that was before him, and that's love. Joe increased the level of intensity and speed up the sword blows causing Marvelous struggled to catch the beat.
Marvelous: Joe... slow down! What are you doing!
Joe: Iyah, I'm not listening to you. (He increased his speed to the point Marvelous can't catch up to the speed anymore).
Marvelous fell down onto the land and his sword fell out from his hand. Joe puts his sword near to Marvelous's throat.
Ahim, Doc and Gai screamed," Joe, Joe-san...don't!"
Joe pulled back his sword, " If I was Basco OR Zangyack, you'll be dead by now!". Then, he grabbed Marvelous by collar, forcing him to stand up.
Marvelous's eyes goes wide open and he started to realize what actually had happen to him. He bowed down and looked away, disappointed with himself.
Joe: Whatever it is, it's not your fault, Marvelous. You've done your best but that's not what had been written in destiny. She already forgave you before she go. Wake up to your sense. Be that captain Marvelous again!
Marvelous: What are you talking about? When did she say that?
Joe: Sorry, but I've read your letter from Luka inside the bag that she gave before we go. I know that you won't open the bag... then, I just opened it.
Marvelous was so surprised. Now, he feels so stupid for not opening the bag. "She forgave me, but I can't forgive myself. She deserves to be happy. Let her be with Cain".
Joe: Are you sure that she'll be happy when in facts she's in love with you?
Marvelous: Even if she does, she can't follow me to wherever I go forever. She has a dream, now that she has it... it's more than enough. She has made her decision though.
Joe: Don't you ever wonder… why she did not request to see the Stone though she knew you have it? And do you know that the mobirates and sword that she gave to us is a fake one. With Basco is still doing there… Don't you ever think about it... that Basco was up to something? What if she has to fight Basco alone?"
Marvelous begins to ponder. He can't even imagine if that happens. Imagining Luka fighting with Basco alone, scares him. It's not that Luka is not strong enough to beat that wicked creature, it just that he afraid that Basco will play his trick on Luka.
Joe: I bet it is just her excuse to get all of us out from the planet take her own revenge and defend her planet all alone. Anyway, Luka is getting married next week. Only few days left... it's all up to you! Take her back and let her go...
Marvelous: NO WAY! (Marvelous run quickly to Gokai Galleon to check the bag)..
To be continued...
Author's note...
OMG, it's getting more intense that I have to think about the story so deeply and finally chose which events should I put in and to link it to the next chapter, it actually took me sometimes. I had few times of rewriting this chapter, I opt out some initial parts and bring it to the next chapter. Stay tuned, okay!
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