Code Geass: Nunnally of the Insurrection

Four: The Classmate Revealed

Nunnally felt nervous as she looked into the mirror, the morning light shining into the windows. "Don't worry, the geass isn't visible normally," CC noted mildly as the green haired young woman looked on with amusement.

"I know," Nunnally said with a certain amount of bravado, turning away from her reflection as she faced the young woman dressed in a borrowed shirt. "Do me a favor," she said as she headed to the door of her quarters, "and stay in here for now."

"You can't hide me in her forever," CC noted with some amusement.

Nunnally shrugged, "Just until I can talk to Milly, please."

CC watched Nunnally go, her expression thoughtful. "She's not quite what I was expecting," she mused softly before turning back to the bedroom. 'I'm hungry,' she thought, 'maybe I can order pizza?'

The first item to deal with was a emergency student council meeting. It seemed there was a budget issue that needed to be dealt with, or there's be trouble. Rivalz joked as usual, Milly tried to ride herd over them, Shirley was her usual cheerful self and Nina was focused and academic.

As they left Nunnally drew Milly aside, quietly explaining she had a guest staying with her for a bit. She didn't mention any details about CC and thankfully Milly didn't press on that. However she did almost immediately decide that Nunnally had a lover, and teased Nunnally until she was blushing red.

"Our president is such a dirty old man," Shirley blushed as they walked away from the meeting. As they finished the paper work Milly had commented rather approvingly about how sexy Shirley was and how well she was developing in many, many ways.

"That's Milly for you," Nina shrugged, blushing slightly.

Nunnally listened with half her attention to the news report on the attack in Shinjuku that someone had on as they entered the classroom. 'They don't mention how we routed Clovis' troops,' she noted wryly as she and Rivalz sat down, 'I guess the media will just cover it up.'

Shirley gave Nunnally a slightly worried look, "You didn't do out there, did you?"

Nunnally smiled lightly, "Do you think I'm crazy? No way."

"Excuse me," the quiet voice came from behind them.

"Of course," Nunnally moved aside as she turned to see who it was, then nearly froze as she met a familiar face.

The woman piloting the Glasgow had a different hairstyle, combed straight down to frame her face and her slightly remote look helped hide her own surprise. "Sorry to interrupt," she said as she walked into the classroom.

"Kallen!" a girl cried, "It's been ages!"

"Are you all right?" another asked as the girls gathered around where Kallen sat, chattering away at her happily.

'Well, that's why the pilot looked familiar to me,' Nunnally thought as she watched them, 'I must have seen her in class before.' Ruefully she added, 'And clearly my stolen helmet didn't hide enough of my face. She recognized me instantly.'

"See something you like?" Rivalz asked as the blue haired boy leaned in close, "Never knew you swung that way."

"It's not...," Nunnally protested, unsure how to explain her interest.

"Don't worry, I won't tell anyone," Rivalz grinned.

Nunnally sighed in resignation as she remarked, "Except Milly. We both know she'll get it out of you eventually."

Rivalz nodded as he conceded, "Well, yeah."

Kallen Stadfeld was the daughter of a wealthy Britannian family, though according to the rumors Nunnally gathered she was unwell. She had missed most of this term, but was considered such a brain that she could easily catch up. Of course, that still left the question about why she was going out and fighting against her own people.

They had lunch outside and Rivalz enjoyed teasing Nunnally, as well as telling her more about the Stadfeld family. As he talked away at how great of a prize Kallen was Nunnally noticed Shirley's frown and decided to redirect the conversation.

"So Nina," Nunnally smiled slightly, "when are you and Milly making the announcement?"

"An-nnouncement?" Nina blushed, looking down at her lunch shyly.

Shirley's eyes widened, "You two are!?"

"When I was coming in this morning I saw a certain person leaving Milly's dorm room," Nunnally revealed smugly, "in just a robe. AND with a very visible hickey too."

Nina went beet red as teasing congradulations rolled over her. A bit more seriously Shirley patted her hand as she said gently, "It's all right, Nina. I think you two will make a lovely couple."

"Really?" Nina smiled shyly.

"I know so." Shirley nodded firmly.

"Excuse me," the quiet voice made all four of them turn. Kallen Stadfeld smiled as she looked at Nunnally, "I was hoping I could talk to you?"

'You have got to be kidding me,' Nunnally thought as she saw Rivalz gleeful smile. 'Between this and my talk with Milly I'm going to look like some kind of playboy!' Still, they did need to talk so Nunnally rose, "I'd be glad too."

"You two have fun," Rivalz grinned.

"Come on," Nunnally sighed, "we need to talk in private."

Knowing that taking her to her room would be a bad idea, Nunnally lead they way up to one of the roofs. A stolen key and a degree of care not to be spotted up there had made the roofs a near sanctuary for her, and one of the few private places on campus.

"So, Nemo," Kallen said as they stood on the windswept roof, "imagine my surprise at seeing you here of all places."

"I could say the same," Nunnally agreed. 'I could use my geass on her,' she mused, 'but is it necessary?' Aloud she asked, "What's a nice girl like you fighting beside the terrorists?"

Kallen lifted her chin, "My mother is Japanese and I also consider myself one." She looked at Nunnally, "And why did you help us?"

Nunnally decided the truth might work best as she said, "The Britannians murdered my brother and mother in front of me." She smiled grimly, "I just want revenge."

"I'm sorry," Kallen said gently, suddenly glad she had her own mother still.

Nunnally turned away, once again struck by that ache in her heart. It didn't go away, that bitter loss, no matter how long a time passed. Looking out over the school she asked roughly, "Why did you want to see me?"

"To find out your intentions," Kallen answered, taking a small purse into her hand. Pressing just so would pop out a small but lethal blade, perfect for a fast fighter.

"I have no intention of revealing you to the school or the authorities," Nunnally vowed, "you have my word."

Kallen was surprised that she felt she could trust the mysterious young woman. "And... we could use your help," she had to admit. "You were incredible in that stolen Sutherland, we could really use a fighter like you."

"I...," Nunnally was surprised by her first impulse to instantly agree. She had loved striking those soldiers down, and part of her craved that feeling once again. "I don't know if I could manage a double life like you do," she admitted, "if someone learned who I am...."

Kallen pounced on her obvious interest as she pointed out, "They don't have to know who you are." As Nunnally looked at her questioningly she smiled, "The right sunglasses or even a mask might do it. They only have to know you as Nemo."

"That... could work," Nunnally admitted. She tilted her head, eyes widening as she hissed, "Someone's coming up the stairs."

"Right," Kallen moved close to Nunnally, her purse ready.

"There you are!" Milly Ashford declared as she threw the door open and strode onto the roof, "I've been looking all over for you, Kallen."

"Me?" Kallen blinked.

The busty student council president grinned as Milly said, "How would you like to join the student council?"

"Huh?!" both Kallen and Nunnally blinked at her in surprise.

To be continued....