FINALLY, IN THIS CHAPTER Blu AND THE OTHERS WILL APPEAR. WOOHOO.
As he entered the debriefing room, Pedro Sandravel met his squadron commander, Major Rodriguez. He came in front of him and saluted.
" At ease! Take a seat. " Major Rodriguez was man in his late 30-es. He is 5'11, his skin is chocolate brown. He is bald, he has a black goatee, and black eyes. He is the most experienced pilot on-board the Sao Paulo.
Pedro Sandravel is 24 year old man. He is 6'2, his skin is white, he has mid brown hair and light brown eyes.
" Well, you had an interesting patrol there. Smuggling plane? Exotic birds? Life is one big adventure for you,isn't it? What is next, hijackers? "
" I hope that Rio is next sir,just as you have promised. " This made his superior laugh.
" Jeez, there's always something with you,you know? Last time you almost got smashed by a Airbus, and now this? "
" What can i say,sir? It was not my fault, that pilot was drunk,or he got hiccups. Was the crew of that cargo plane arrested? "
" Yes,it was. But... Now we got bigger problems than the smugglers: We have learned that Argentina received a dozen of French Etendard 4s and Super Etendards."
" Let me guess, used planes? "
" Yes,exactly. Except from that, we heard that Argentine Navy is re-assembling their only carrier, 25 de Mayo, and equipping them with modern weapons. "
" What? The 50-year old 25 de Mayo? I thought it was sold for scrap! "
" It was, but then Argentinian government bought it back. " Then he stopped, started to think.
" Sir, is that official? "
" It isn't official, and same thing goes to the Etendards. Some military experts say that they will use them on the de Mayo..."
" What does it mean?"
" I... don't know... "
For the first time in his life, Pedro saw his commander confused.
" Mãe de Deus..." (Mother of god)
TULIO'S AVIARY
Patience.
The one of thoughts that were currently clashing through Blu's mind, accompanied with a sea of emotions. Be patient. Over and over again.
The love of his life is in the emergency room and is currently under surgery. Some patience that was. An hour before, she made him fly. She made him spread his wings. And now Blu needed her alive to return the favor. He knew he could trust Tulio and his assistants, but the waiting was horrible.
Tulio said that the surgery wont last long, about 30 minutes. But 30 minutes was like 30 hours to Blu. The only thing that comforted him was Linda at his side. As she put her hand on his head and caressed his feathers, it gained him some relief.
" It's alright, Blu. Everything will be fine. Tulio will take care of her." she said with a comforting smile.
Blu smiled weakly, only to be interrupted by the sound of doors opening. Then Tulio came out of the doors,wearing a white mask, and a bright-blue robe. Blu was scared when he saw a pair of blood-strained gloves on his hands.
' Oh no...'
But Blu's worries were replaced by a sigh of relief when Tulio took of his gloves and his mask, revealing his smile.
" The operation was a success. Jewel's resting now." After hearing this, Blu's eyes shot open, and he smiled widely. Linda also smiled, and then turned to Blu.
" See? Did i said that there's nothing to worry about? Tulio, when she will be able to fly? "
" In about three or four months. The wound was pretty big, and most of the bones were broken. Nevertheless, she is fixed up. Sorry, i have to change into my normal clothes. You can come in and check her out. "
After Tulio had left, they came in. Two more doctors, and surprisingly, Fernando, came out. Then they saw her, lying on the table/bed. She had an cast on her left wing, and she was asleep.
Blu jumped from Linda's right shoulder and onto the table, and walked to her. When he was beside her, he looked at Linda.
" Alright,alright. I'll leave you two lovebirds alone. "
After she left, Blu whispered to her.
" Hey, Jewel... Jewel, it's me, Blu..."
Then she woke up.
Blu was never so relived as he saw her beautiful blue eyes open up. She spoke up weakly.
" Hey Blu..."
"How are you feeling? Does it hurt anymore?"
" No, it doesn't... But i can't move it..." She then glanced to her left wing, which was reinforced with a cast. " Hey Blu, come here..."
Blu blushed, like he knew what will happen next. As he leaned on her, she rose up her neck, and kissed his beak.
" Thanks for saving me..."
Blu was able to answer despite the speed his heart was beating. " No, Jewel... Thank YOU."
Jewel was confused. " Why that?"
" Because YOU made me fly. When you kissed me, you didn't just kiss my beak... You kissed my soul."
Jewel was in pure and utter shock from the depth of that words. She couldn't believe this, is this the other side of the nerdy Blu?
" Oh, Blu... That was... " She almost started to cry, when Blu interrupted her.
" You need to rest. See ya tomorrow, okay? "
" Okay. Good night, Blu..."
" Good night, Jewel. "
But as he completed the sentence, she was already asleep.
REVIEW AND FOLLOW, CHAPTER THREE COMING SOON.
TiPoDiRaMartin,
out (hail Batista)