Chapter 12 - Return to Roanapur
Rock woke up to the sound of low speaking voices. His first instinct was to get up and go see who it was. Then he remembered why they were here in Japan. He could hear the voices coming from outside the hotel room door. He looked down at the sleeping Revy and saw she was still sound asleep and curled up next to him, last night must have been more tiring for her otherwise she would already have a gun in her hand, he thought as he got up. His right shoulder was still very sore and stiff but he could move it, slowly though.
He quietly walked over to the other bed and pulled out one of his guns. He knew it was full as he had emptied the semi empty clips after his little surgery and slipped fresh ones in, he had clearly picked up Revy's gun routine.
Pulling then slide back he held up the gun in his left hand, he didn't want to focus on his right since his shoulder was still sore. He edged closer to the door and listened in more closely on who was there. He then heard one very sarcastic voice speak
"So which one of you He-men is gonna knock?" Jane asked.
Rock made a face and turned around to walk back to the bed. He saw Revy was sitting up and turned to see him slipping his gun back into its home.
"Someone at the door" she said yawning sleepily.
Rock nodded "yep though for some reason they seem rather reluctant to knock, I wonder why?" he asked innocently.
Revy grinned devilishly "you got me there Rocky baby, think we should tell em to not get their panties in a twist and come in?" she asked in her own innocent voice.
Rock then chuckled evilly "I got a better idea" he said as he picked up the phone.
Revy raised an eyebrow then chuckled as well once she caught on.
Jane, Dutch and Benny were currently standing outside Rock and Revy's room. They had been standing there for about five minutes since none of them were sure about knocking on the door to wake either Rock or Revy.
Dutch figured that there may have been some serious talking and since there hadn't been any gun shots he figure Revy had been comforted by Rock.
"So?" Jane said since neither of them had moved at her previous question.
"You're the one hiding behind Benny why don't you do it?" Dutch asked in a smart ass tone.
"Because I know that gun nut has it in for me I'm not gonna get caught like a deer in the headlights" she said turning her nose up at the door.
Just then the door opened. The others all tensed hoping that they wouldn't see a pissed of room occupant with a gun pointing at them. Rock appeared in the door way, he was wearing his favoured jeans, black t-shirt and a dark blue open button up shirt, they could just barely see his guns beneath the dark blue shirt
"Oh hey guys I thought I heard voices, mourning" Rock said, he spoke as if he knew something they didn't.
Just then they heard the sound of wheels. Turning they saw a member of the hotel staff heading for them with a moving cart with some covered dishes. He stopped when he reached them then spoke a couple words in Japanese.
"He said excuse me" Rock said stepping aside. The others were not sure what to make of it so they shifted.
When he walked through Rock turned and signalled for the others to come in. They all walked in a found a surprising sight, as the employee turned to leave after dropping off the cart.
Revy was sitting in the chair in the room wearing her out of Roanapur attire she had her feet up on corner of one of the beds, the expressions on her face looked like she was straining to keep her composure.
"Take a fucking picture Rock it'll last longer" she said holding her sides while laugher at their expressions.
Rock then keeping a straight face uncovered two of the dishes of food he had ordered. He passed a plate of pancakes, toast, and sausage to Revy and sat on the corner of the bed with his plate.
"Oh we ordered some for you guys to" he said casually.
Jane and Benny both made identical faces. Dutch just shook his head. Revy set her plate down just in time to burst out laughing.
"Fuck you are a genius Rock this is fucking priceless" she said laughing away.
Rock just smiled innocently at his co-workers. Said friends just decided to shut up and each grab a plate.
"So what's the plan now boss?" Revy asked through a bite of pancakes, she was highly enjoying the food despite her favourite still being cold or hot pizza it wasn't bad to have more regular stuff now and then.
"Well we're gonna meet Balalaika in about an hour and a half from now. She says we'll get back to Roanapur until she needs us again. Were also getting some pretty good payment for this little trip" he said as he took a sip from his cup of coffee.
"Yes I should get shot more often" Rock deadpanned.
Revy snorted at his rather dumb but good joke.
Dutch sipped his coffee "well we did get a pretty good bonus because of that" he mused.
Rock made a face that was almost Revy like in its way of saying, no fucking way.
Dutch was again thankful for his early life choice in shades as it gave him the option to look discreetly at Revy to try and see how she was feeling right now. It hadn't taken much to put two and two together on the history between her and that Colonel that Rock Had met. He saw the brief fear that had shone in her eyes as he had shot Rock, and from spooked Benny seemed at Rock's anger this guy was definitely a target for some heavy demonic energy.
He was concerned as a employer with a business to think of but his crew had become his family and he knew that this was something Rock and Revy would face together and the fact they were together now made him actually feel hope on the matter, there was still something in the back of his mind that had been born from those times on the battlefield in Vietnam, this feeling told him that this Colonel was going to have some nasty surprise in store if they weren't careful.
Soon after they all finished their food and tossed the plates and cups onto the rolling table and pushed it out into the hall for room service to collect.
"Well we better get going Balalaika asked us to be at the airstrip in about 45 minutes from now" Dutch said as he stood up.
Benny and Jane followed suit. Rock and Revy each grabbed their guns and slipped them on then rock grabbed his and Revy's bag and followed the others out the door.
He had just closed the door when he felt warmth enter his hand. He looked down and saw Revy's gloved hand squeezing his. Looking up he saw she was look off to the left towards some windows and they walked behind the others. Rock smiled as he knew she was trying in her own way of saying thank you, and to opening up to him a little more. He found the effort meant a lot.
Soon enough they were headed off towards the air strip. Dutch, Benny, and Jane took one taxi while Rock and Revy rode in the next one they hailed. They would be meeting with Balalaika then heading back home until the next part of this cluster fuck situation they were in began.
Rock noticed Revy seemed pre occupied, she was looking out the window with one leg over the other and her hand placed on her lap and appeared to look like she was about to go to a funeral. Rock took all these signs as meaning she knew there would be some questions to answer concerning Colonel Buffalo. He knew Revy was a fearless woman and held nothing but anger for the bastard who had so hurt the woman he loved, but he knew this was difficult for her no matter how tough she had become over the years.
Rock fished out his pack of cigarettes, he popped two into his mouth, lit them both, and passed one over to Revy who seemed to come out of her little day dream and took with a slight grin.
"I can talk to her for you if you don't want to be disturbed until we get back" he said casually. He knew speaking in English was fine their taxi driver never even blinked at the words.
Revy still had her head turned away so it hid her smile, if Rock was good at one thing it was being him, the level of how much he cared for her never ceased to amaze.
Revy shifted in her seat to lean against Rock as she took a drag, "its no big deal I'll tell her what I know about that fucker, then we can get back and you buy the first round at the Flag hopefully we can get some damn down time" she said in a tone she only seemed to use around him.
Rock smiled slightly "it's a deal" he said.
"Hey Rock?" She asked
"Ya" Rock said.
"I know I'm no fucking good at this thank you bullshit, but I just wanted to say… you know for taking that bullet for me… for telling me about how you feel and for last night…" she said with a tone that made Rock think of a little kid trying to define a difficult word.
"Only for your Revy" he said.
"Tell Dutch, Benn, or Eda about this" she began in a slightly playful tone sounding a lot like herself
"I'll be taking cold showers for the rest of my life?" Rock guessed with humour in his voice.
"Hmm that could work" she said laughing.
For a few minutes they sat silently then Revy remembered something that had occurred to her in the time she had started this thing with Rock.
"Rock when we started this thing, you ever think about where we might be going?" she asked. It was in her casual tone but Rock was still surprised by the question.
Rock took a drag before he spoke "What do you mean?" he asked.
"You know, some fucking dump someplace, brats, or getting hitched that kind of package" she said looking up at him.
For a second she saw something in his eyes that told her the answer before he replied.
"I'd be lying if I said no. The thought of having a family with you does sound nice but I don't see us taking a couple kids to a day care center in Roanapur especially if they inherit your skills the other kids would be in real trouble" he said joking slightly.
Revy grinned at the thought of some mini version of her with a cutlass in hand, "ya that would be fucking hilarious" she said.
"Any reason you're asking?" Rock asked, the though suddenly came to him that she might have a reason for asking.
Revy snuffed out her cigarette into the tray between them, "well it's just what we got is great I won't deny that but I dunno what I could really offer you in that kind of life I'm not the fucking mommy type ya know" she said.
Rock looked at her he heard something between the lines there "it's not just that is it" he said
Revy snorted "Fucking hit the nail on the head there Rocky baby. Your right, when I was first sent to prison I had to have a complete physical check up since I didn't have a recently updated medical file. They told me the fucking pipes down there are kinda narrow for a shot at squeezing out kids. I figured after you told me you loved me you should hear that as well" she said.
Rock sighed, it was one of slight sorrow but for what it was hard to tell "I love you Revy that's not gonna chance I just want you to be happy and that's all that matters to me" he said.
Revy smiled to herself, she could not return those words yet but she felt a kind of warmth inside that only he could bring out, It's a fucking start, she thought and settled more comfortably into his side for the rest of the ride.
About half an hour later they arrived at the airstrip and found the others waiting for them. Balalaika was standing next to her limo along with Boris and Dutch and was talking with them.
"Ah Rock, Two-hands good of your to join us we are ready to leave now" she said turning and heading towards the private jet.
The others followed behind her and soon enough they had taken off. Rock and Revy were again sitting in the back this time next to a window. Balalaika joined them shortly sitting in the seat on the edge of the isle and turning to look at them.
"I hope you are not overly shaken by the appearance of this Colonel Buffalo Two hands" Balalaika said, whether or not she was trying to tease Revy was hard to tell.
"Whatever Sis, he's a fucking dead man when I see him next time" she said in her normal tone.
"Good to hear I would imagine so after injuring your dear partner" Balalaika said this time clearly teasing.
Revy turned to her and made a face "Fucking right only person who gets to shoot Rock here is me when he fucks up" Revy said in an irritated tone.
Despite the unusual words Rock smiled at her compliment, it was her way of being protective.
"Is there any other information you could provide on this Colonel Buffalo?" She asked.
Revy's eyes shifted to Rock for a second before answering "not much from what I said yesterday. His unit is loyal to him, but their all ex-army fuckers who were in on his illegal dealings and his assassination missions. Last I knew there were just smaller then your unit sis, but they could give you guys some trouble if they get lucky" She said.
"I see. I won't pry into the past here but I assume his reasons for providing assistance to Yuri are to get to you?" she asked.
Revy nodded. Rock noticed her hands clenched slightly and he put a hand over one of them to remind her he was here.
"Thank you Revy. We already have some other information waiting for us when we get back to Roanapur. Chang will be contacting us and we will move from there.
Rock and Revy then both settled back to enjoy the ride back to Roanapur.
"Hey Rock what's the date today?" Revy asked turning slightly to look at him.
Rock raised an eyebrow "um it's the 29th of September I think why do you ask?" he asked in response.
Revy grinned slightly "well you said your gonna hit 24 in October we gotta fucking do something since you did something for me, so what day is it" she said.
Rock turned red slightly at Revy's sudden announcement "well it's the 6th but, that's alright Revy you don't-" he began but she cut him off with a wave of her hand.
"Don't fucking start were gonna do something, we'll have a fucking great party at the Yellow Flag and then Rocky Baby you getting one hell of a night" she with a hungry look in her eyes.
Rock saw it and his own hunger kicked in. Revy certainly did bring out a side in him that was quite wild when they were together in bed, "I like the sound of that Revy" he said leaning forward and kissing her.
Revy returned with full force, after a moment they leaned back "always wanted to try out the mile-high club" she said licking her lips.
Rock was partially trying to fight the urge. Saying no to Revy was a near impossible, and potentially life threatening idea. He wanted nothing more then to take her in his arms since he was not able to last night like they both wanted to. He looked up saw Dutch was already out cold, Benny was on his laptop with Jane doing whatever it was hackers do, and Balalaika was deeply engrossed in a conversation with her subordinates at the front of the plane.
"Let's go" he said in a husky voice as Revy's hands began a little teasing work to help his thinking process, he took Revy's hand and they made their way down to the rear of the plane where the bathroom stall was located. At this point neither of them really cared who knew.
The bathroom was just the right size for them to squeeze into and for one person to bend over if need be, for their situation at least. The minute the door was closed Revy and Rock were all over each other.
Revy had her arms around his neck, while they were making out with force, their tongues doing a wrestling tribute. Rock's hands were getting revenge for the early teasing as one took her breast in hand for some rough work while his other slipped into her skirt and tights to perform some tender ministrations.
Revy let out a muffled moan as their lips were still locked. She then finally managed to get his belt undone and dropped his pants while Rock was still playfully teasing her.
Revy then broke away and snuck her fingers into his hair tugging sharply. It hurt but also spurred Rock on as she licked her lips to say she was ready. Rock then leaned back and sat down on the toilet. Revy meanwhile turned around and unclasped her skirt and let it fall as she then proceeded to lower her tights revealing her fine specimen to her lover.
As soon as they were lowered Revy felt Rock's hands on her hands pulling her closer, god damn he gets me so fucking turned on, Revy thought as the slipped her panties down and leaned back and spread her legs as she lowered herself down slowly. Rock kept his hands on her hips until she was resting just above him. Then with a quick motion she thrust down making her nearly scream out in pleasure, but she managed to bit on her lip in time to keep from shouting Rock's name.
Rock also had to avoid yelling out as well. They stayed like that for a few seconds adjusting to the slightly different position. Then Revy rolled her hips as Rock began to buck his hips thrusting into her warm entrance with a slow but hard pace.
"Ah fuck this is good" Revy breathed. She had to say something otherwise she would go crazy.
"Revy" Rock whispered as his arms went around her, one going back to breast while the other wrapper around her slim, muscular waist and kept her steady while she rode him. One of Revy's hands grabbed the metal bar next to the toilet meant to help people get up while the rested on Rock's leg to help her maintain the downward thrust of her hips.
They kept their pace for about another five minutes until they both felt the pressure beginning to build and soon enough they both climaxed but managed to still keep from uttering overly loud screams of pleasure. They were willing to bet the others may have noticed and guessed what they were up to.
"Sis is gonna bitch" Revy said jokingly between deep breaths.
"Hey I'm the one who got shot and we couldn't take care of this in our room so this is the compromise" he replied in a Revy like tone.
Revy nearly burst out laughing at his words. They both got cleaned up and dressed them discreetly walked back to their seats. Amazingly none of the others passengers looked as though they knew anything was amiss.
"How's your shoulder doing?" Revy asked as they both sat back down.
Rock looked surprised "shit I almost forgot about it. The pain's gone even the stiffness mostly" he said.
Revy grinning "I knew it, fucking makes for better medicine then any pain killers" she said.
Rock smiled "only with you Revy" he said warmly as he put an arm around her.
Revy blushed slightly at his words "ah fuck you always gotta do that Rock never have anything to say back" she said in an embarrassed tone.
"That's alright Revy I know how you feel and that's what matters, it is what I love about you" he said sincerely.
Revy smiled genuinely, a smile that only he ever saw, "Someday Rock I'll be able to say it" she whispered.
"I know" he said.
They both fell asleep then for the remainder of the ride back to Roanapur. Fortunately neither the Kapitan nor the others had to disturb them
They both woke up just as they could feel the plane touching ground. Rock sat up with a slight groan as he felt a little sore again in his shoulder, but it was manageable.
Revy stood up and grabbed the bag with their clothes, and guns inside. Normally it took a lot to get her to help out but Rock, as many would assume, was the exception to that rule.
"Doing alright partner?" she asked with a touch of concern in her voice.
Rock smiled "think we might have over done it but never better" he said winking to his girl.
Revy grinned and led the way out to the stairs off the plane.
As the group disembarked they heard a cheery voice call up to them.
"It's a good thing I got here before you could unpack" Chang said standing at the foot of the stairs.
He wore his rational attire and was flanked by a couple body guards. He was grinning up at Balalaika, rumours circulated that their relationship involved pleasure as well as business.
"Chang so good to have you back I take it you have some information for us?" Balalaika asked in a playful tone.
"Indeed I would suggest turning around were heading to the states" he said in a matter of fact voice.
"What the fuck? We just got of this plane after a long ass flight" Revy said in an annoyed tone.
Chang smiled "so nice to see you as well Revy how have you been" he said in warm tone.
Revy rolled her eyes, Chang was difficult to stay mad at "can't complain Boss Chang so why the hell are we going to the fucking states?' she asked.
"Why for a special party I hope you have a nice dress somewhere Revy" he said jokingly.
Balalaika chuckled "as amusing as a sight like that would be Chang I would like to know what you are talking about" she said.
"There's a party going on that we might be interested in attending a few senators and other suits are gonna be there, along with some high class members of the Verrocchio family, and some other special people we would like to meet" he said.
"No offence Chang my man, but could you elaborate a little more?" Dutch asked. He was rubbing his head as his hang over from his drinking was kicking in. It was the price he paid for getting hammered to deal with flying.
Chang grinned then turned to one of his men who produced a plastic tray with cups of coffee on them "I'm sure this is what you could call service Dutch" he joked referring to a previous meeting where he had poked at Dutch for not having any coffee ready.
"Very funny, now get to the point" Dutch said taking the cup.
"Well since you asked so nicely. Our unknown sponsor in Japan has a few of his pocket change suit wearers attending this party and I thought we might attend to mingle and politely have them join us later. We could also make it clear to the Verrocchio members not to screw around with us if they want to avoid the coming bloodbath" Chang explained.
Balalaika nodded listening intently "I take it you've already secured an invitation?" she asked.
"You know me too well Miss Balalaika, yes I managed to get myself into this little event. If you're all ready we can have your jets re-fuelled and we can be off within the hour since the party is in about three days" Chang explained.
Balalaika turned to Dutch and the others "if your up to it Dutch I would like to have you come along, Chang will of course tack on some additional payment to the one I already owe you" she said.
Dutch nodded "we'd be happy to come along as well since we want nothing better then to get some licks in on the fuckers who are trying to take us all out" he said.
"Hey boss man where in the states are we going?" Revy asked.
"New York city I'm afraid that won't be a problem I trust?" Chang asked. He knew something of her history in New York and had gathered some information on Colonel Buffalo, that couple with what Balalaika had told him painted a very grim picture.
Revy's eyes narrowed at the mention of the city then she looked over at Rock and discreetly took his hand "no it's fine"
Chang nodded and gave her a sombre look "there is the chance we may encounter a certain Colonel in our time there but that just means we take out more of the worker bees before getting to the queen" he said as some men approached to re fuel the two jets.
Revy did not make any obvious reactions to the news of another possible encounter with Colonel Buffalo. However two people in the crowd did take the brief flicker in her eyes as a sign that something was not right, Rock and Chang were worried.
About an hour later they were taking off, again. This time however it was going to be a much longer flight, something in the vicinity of 20 hours and for obvious reasons Revy said she wanted to get some sleep so she popped a pill and was out of it soon. She did however mention to Rock that they would salvage something of a little party for him later on.
"Your quite the ladies man so I hear Rock" Chang said looking down from where he stood in the isle, he looked first to the peaceful sleeping form of Roanapur's finest gunslinger then to her lover, partner, and fellow gunman.
"Well I try Mr. Chang I can honestly say I love her and want to be with her" he said suddenly realizing he had told someone else aside from his Revy about his real feelings.
Chang gave an almost fatherly smile and patted him on the shoulder "no need to worry Rock my friend I won't tell anyone till you and sleeping beauty over there are ready. However I would like to speak with you if possible?" he asked gesturing to the a couple seats next to them.
Rock raised an eyebrow then nodded and shifted to the other side of the isle to sit next to the head of the triads.
"What did you want to speak to me about Mr. Chang?" Rock asked calmly.
"Well first Rock you can drop the formality considering your status with Revy I think of your as family know" he said with a smile
"You mean she is related to you?" Rock asked astonished
Chang chuckled "Not really, I told her that I was something like a second cousin when I offered to pay her this one time years ago with lessons on using two guns. Truth is I'm just a bit of a softie for the kid. I hear she's been passing on said skills to you now" he said.
Rock realized what he meant and reached into his shirt, he had slipped his guns on earlier and forgotten to pack them away again. He passed one of his guns over.
Chang examined it with a skilled eye and snorted "Rock I must say you never cease to amaze, Beretta M92 FS customized just like Revy's and black stainless steel I must say quite an impressive choice, and to find you carrying two of them" he said chuckling again as he passed the gun back.
"I've heard a bit about your exploits with those beauties. I gotta say speaking from a man who used to be in a profession of protecting others I admire your choices.
"Thank you" Rock said a little nervously. Despite having a friendly demeanour for someone in his position he knew Chang was as much the same as Balalaika when it came down to it and during the last incident involving Roberta he was concerned about his feelings at the moment.
Chang guessed his thoughts "its water under the bridge Rock I thought I made that clear. The actual reason I wanted to speak with you was concerning Revy and that Colonel" he said his tone becoming grim.
Rock's hand's clenched and Chang saw a couple knuckles going white "I see Revy must have told you. I won't ask for any facts I'm not already familiar with as I would not ask you to betray her trust I just wanted to tell you to be careful with her around that rather disgusting man" he said.
"What do you mean?" Rock asked his full attention now on Chang since his tone spoke of danger for the woman he loved.
"One thing I was quite proficient at during my years as a lawman was out training on psychology. I know enough about the story between those two to know Will Buffalo is the only man who could make Revy act sloppy. I know Revy may be a fiery tempered woman but she is also very cunning and smart but this guy has a mental choke hold on her and with the right prodding she may act way to recklessly around him" he warned.
Rock was quite for a few moments after listening to Chang's words. Chang watched him carefully and he saw two things in his eyes, one was flicker of something that was clearly the side Revy had awakened within him the one that made him as dangerous as anyone on this plane, and he also saw his eyes shift to the sleeping woman next to them and in them was something much warmer and sincere. That was all the Chang needed to see to know to put him at ease.
He stood up and walked into the isle "you know Rock it's funny all this time it would have looked like Revy was the one doing the protecting but I think it fact you have been doing some protection work yourself" he said with a smile.
Rock looked up at him confused for a minute then realization dawned on his face "Thank you Dai-lo" he said using the title with respect in his voice.
"Don't mention it kid, especially for when we get there Miss Revy is not gonna like the next part of the plan and I'm not interested in getting on her bad side after being out of the field this much" he said sarcastically as he want back to his seat up front next to Balalaika.
Rock got up and took his seat next to Revy. He looked over at her while she slept. She looked so peaceful like when they were in bed together. He had realized what Chang had meant about how he protected Revy, all her life she's had to survive alone in many ways, but I gonna change that I picked up this gun for a reason Revy you can survive but with me from now on, he thought as he smiled lovingly at her and put an arm around her.
Revy shifted slightly in her sleep and her head was now resting on his shoulder "Rock… dip shit…. not now I'm tired" she mumbled in her sleep.
Rock nearly laughed at what ever she might be dreaming. Whatever was waiting in New York they had their guns and their smarts which would be enough. At least he hoped.
A/N: my apologies for the extended delay in updating, I've been a bit swamped with writers block, and being a little mentally shot from my previous chapters. Add in a little real life stuff there and were cooking. Anyway this chapter is a bit on the short and sweet side as I am building up to my next event, hopefully I will be able to update again within the week and if not next chapter then the one after you will see the demise of a character I now you have all been waiting for, we shall also being seeing Rock going into the dark side again but I hope my reason make it seem justified.
I would also like to give my thanks once again to Jim1681 for his help and inspirations from his previous work. I look forward to your Reviews and this chapter and hoped you liked the little lemon scene I threw in for a nice laugh. Enjoy and Stay Tuned! : ).