"We are ready to commence testing," said Crougar. "All right," said Van.
The Blade liger took off into the desert as the testing commenced. 'Now
lets see how much you have improved with all the training you have had
since the death stinger and the death saurer' thought Crougar as he watched
the blade liger on the screen. The blade liger was running when some
command wolves and guysacks appeared and started to fire on him. "This
shouldn't be any problem," said Van with a smirk on his face as he prepared
for the attack.. The blade liger dodged all of the shots from the enemy
zoids and put them out of commission with great ease. Right as Van got done
with them, a large number of anti-zoid missiles were fired upon him. Van
fired his guns and took out as many as he could but some got by and hit
him. The dust cleared and the blade liger was standing with its shield up.
"That was too close," said Van as he breathed a sigh of relief. 'Now what
could be next,' Van wondered as he scanned the area prepared for whatever
was to come his way. "MEGALOMAX FIRE," yelled Thomas as the dibison fired
of it guns at Van. "What the," said Van who dodged the megalomax. "Not bad
Van," said Thomas when he noticed the blade liger disappeared. "Wait a
minute. Where did he go?" asked Thomas as he scanned the area. That was
when the blade liger had reappeared with its blades at the neck of the
dibison. There were more gunshots but this time it came from the lightning
saix. "It is my turn now. So you had better watch out," said Irvine with a
smirk on his face.
"What are they doing there? I didn't know that they were part of the test," said O'Connell who was watching what was going on. "Lets see what will happen though. it could prove to be very interesting," said Crougar as he paid even closer attention to the screen then he was before. "But if they get damaged and we are attacked we won't have any of them to help fight," said O'Connell. "Don't worry. I am sure that they won't do something that would endanger each other. They know that they might be needed later," said Crougar. "I guess," said O'Connell.
The lightning saix and the blade liger were facing off and it appeared to be a good fight. They both started to run at full speed to try and get the other. At their fastest, they started to hit each other by running into the others side but that didn't seem too work too well since neither of them was willing to go down too easily. 'I got an idea,' thought Van as a smirk appeared on his face. Van suddenly stopped the blade liger right in it's tracks but the lightning saix kept going and Van fired on him and made contact. The lightning saix went down. "Not bad Van," said Irvine who was trying to get the slightly damaged lightning saix up. "Not bad yourself," said Van as he held in the smile that was coming to his face. "But next time I won't go easy on you," said Irvine in his proud tone. "Oh really? I thought that you were actually trying there," said Van trying to annoy Irvine. "I was just having a little fun, and I wasn't really taking it seriously," said Irvine keeping his cool. "Whatever you say," said Van as he turned the blade liger around and started to go back towards the base.
"That was a good fight," said Irvine as they got out of their zoids. "We will fix up the zoids immediately," said a mechanic. "Thanks a lot," said Van as he too hopped out of the blade liger. "Good work lieutenant," said Crougar approaching Van. "Thank you sir," said Van with a salute. "I want you to get cleaned up because there is something I need you to do for me Van," said Crougar. "What is it?" asked Van. "There is a new member of the guardian force coming here. I will need you to escort her here to ensure her safety for the time being," said Crougar. "Why doesn't the person just take their zoid?" asked Thomas joining in on the conversation. "Recently the base she was at was attacked and destroyed. The remaining zoids that survived were transported here but she was injured and needed to stay at a hospital for a while. Now she is coming over but she doesn't have a zoid with her. So I need someone to get her," said Crougar. "Sure thing. I would be glad to help you," said Van. "All these attacks are getting out of control," said Thomas. "I know and we are trying to stop them with every resource we have. We do think that those that are responsible for all of this may be people that are still loyal to Hiltz and Prozen, and are also formers members of the imperial army which is why they have so much skill," said Crougar. "They must be stopped no matter what. So I will go get her for you. The more that we have here, the better it will be for us to protect this base," said Van. "I can't help because I am busy today," said Irvine. "Plus I am not part of the guardian force so it doesn't concern me," continued Irvine as he started to walk away from the area. "Irvine they gave you the lightning saix to replace the command wolf so I think that means that you are," said Moonbay as she walked up to them. "She has a point," said Crougar with a shrug of his shoulders. "I don't care. I am still not part of it," said Irvine with a scowl on his face. "By the way what is her name?" asked Van. "It is lieutenant Rachael," said Crougar. "Ok," said Van as he saluted and left the room.
"Hey Van where are you going?" asked Fiona seeing Van walking towards his blade liger. "I need to go pick someone up for Crougar," said Van as he stopped for her to catch up. "Can I go with you?" asked Fiona. "I am sorry but no. There is only enough room in the blade liger for two people and she doesn't have her zoid with her. So I have to bring her here in the blade liger," said Van. "Oh, ok," said Fiona who was a little upset. "I would take you if I could but as you can see I can't at the moment. So I am sorry," said Van. "It's ok. I guess I will just see you later then," said Fiona quietly "yeah, I will see you later Fiona," said Van as he walked towards the blade liger again. "Ok," said Fiona.
"Ah. Now isn't that just cute," said Moonbay as she walked up to Fiona shortly after Van had left. "What do you mean?" asked Fiona curious as to what she meant. "You wanting to go with him. I just think it is kind off cute that you were upset when he said that you couldn't go with him. I mean that it is obvious that you really want to be with him," said Moonbay with a smirk. Fiona blushed a light shade of red. She then regained her composure and straightened herself up. "I don't know what you mean by that," said Fiona as she started to walk away. "You can't hide it forever Fiona," said Fiona as her smirk grew even wider. Fiona just ignored her comment.
"Is that the place Thomas?" asked Van upon seeing a town out on the horizon. "Hold on let me check," said Thomas. There was a moment of silence before Thomas came back on. "Yeah that is the place that we have been looking for," said Thomas. "Ok. How about I go in and you wait out here in case something was to happen so that at least one of us will be prepared," said Van. "I guess I could do that. Just hurry up though. I want to get back soon," said Thomas. "Don't worry. I will get back as soon as possible. I just need to get in there and get her then I will come out," said Van. "You know the longer you sit there talking the longer we will be forced to stay here," said Thomas. "I guess you're right," said Van after thinking over what Thomas had just said. "Of course I am. Now get going," said Thomas. "Alright already," said Van as he hopped out of the cockpit and started to walk towards the town.
As Van was traveling around the town he was nearly giving up hope. "Maybe I should have asked what she looked like or where to find her," said Van to Zeke as he looked around, not knowing which one of the many people that were there were the girl he was looking for or not. "It maybe a small town but it doesn't matter if I don't know what she looks like. Maybe I should asked someone," continued Van looking and the many people walking around. Van walked up to the first person he saw. This was a woman with shoulder length brown hair and blue eyes. "Um excuse me," said Van as he tapped the woman on the shoulder. "Hmm, what is it?" asked the woman as she turned around to look at Van. She looked at Van and was stunned by his looks. 'I heard of love at first sight but this is ridiculous,' she thought as she stared at him. "I was wondering if you might know this person that I am looking for since this is a small town I thought that someone might know," said Van. "I am sorry but I just came here and I don't know anyone here," said the woman in a nice voice. "Then I am sorry for bothering you," said Van as he turned around and started to walk away. "Hey wait maybe I can help you since the person I have been waiting for hasn't showed up," said the woman hoping that this might keep van around. "What is this persons name?" asked the woman. "Um what was it again?" asked Van as he tried hard to think of what it was. However for some reason he was having trouble remembering it. "Well while you are trying to remember. I might as well tell you mine, its Rachael," said the woman. "That was her name Rachael," said Van finally remembering the name. "You wouldn't happen to be with the guardian force by any chance, would you?" asked Rachael. "Yes I am," said Van. "Then I am who you are looking for," said Rachael happily. "Oh well it is nice to meet you then. I'm Van Flyheight," said Van. "You're Van Flyheight the hero?" asked Rachael slightly shocked by this. "Yes," said Van simply. "I never would have thought that such a cutie like you could be him," said Rachael. "Well I am, and we need to get back soon," said Van in an urgent voice. "Ok then. I will let you lead the way," said Rachael with a smile.
Thomas mean while was so bored that he was about ready to fall asleep. 'Maybe I should have gone and let him sty here and wait,' thought Thomas as he let out a large yawn. "Hey Thomas are you ready to go?" asked Van as a link was pulled up in the dibison. Thomas immediately jumped up out of his near slumber. "I've been ready for a while, what took you so long?" asked and aggravated Thomas. "I had a bit of trouble finding her since I had absolutely no clue what she looked like. Luckily I asked someone and it happened to be her," said Van as he scratched the back of his head. "Ok, lets just get going," said Thomas as he sat up straight and prepared to get the dibison moving. "Right," said Van as he did the exact same as Thomas.
"Van your back," said Fiona happily when she saw them. She immediately ran up to him but stopped when she saw Rachael. "Who is she?" asked Fiona. "She is the person I was sent to pick up. Everyone this is Rachael," said Van as he introduced her. "Hello. It is nice to meet you all," said Rachael. "That's Thomas, Irvine, Moonbay, and Fiona," said Van as he pointed to each one as he said their name. "Nice to meet you all," repeated Rachael. "Hey Van why don't you show me around?" asked Rachael hoping to get a little time with Van. "I guess so. Since you don't really know the place," said Van. "Can I come with you this time?" asked Fiona. "I don't see why not," said Van with a smile. No one noticed but Rachael gave Fiona a dirty look when Fiona asked that question. "First we should head for the control room to tell Crougar that you are here," said Van as he walked in front of Rachael with Fiona at his side. "Fine," said Rachael as she continued to glare at Fiona.
Walking into the control room Van was able to quickly spot Crougar amongst the many people that were in there. "Colonel Crougar, lieutenant Rachael is here," said Van with a salute. "Ah good it is nice to see you," said Crougar as she shook the woman's hand. "Same here Colonel," said Rachael with a salute. "I think you are probably a little tired after the long ride here. Van can you please show her to her room?" asked Crougar turning his attention to Van "Yes sir," said Van as him, Fiona and Rachael all left.
"This is where you will be staying," said Van after he showed her to her room. "Thank you," said Rachael with a smile. "I will show you around tomorrow but we should gets some sleep for now," said Van and then he walked off. "Then I will see you tomorrow," yelled Rachael to his retreating form. Then she was by herself. "Wow I heard stories but I didn't think he was that cute. however, that Fiona girl could pose a bit of a problem for me and Van," she said to herself. "But it doesn't matter I will get him in the end," she continued as she got a goofy smile on her face. "I can just see it all now," she said as she started to daydream about her and Van together. "All I have to do is make him fall in love with me, then my life will be perfect. All I have to use is my wonderful charm and my great looks and I am sure that he will fall for me quickly," she said to herself. "That will have to wait till tomorrow though, because right now I need to get my beauty sleep," said Rachael as she got into the bed and closed her eyes.
"Man it is hot today," complained Van as he used his hand as a fan for his face. "Van will you quit complaining because we have work to do if you couldn't already see," said Thomas annoyed by Van's complaining. "I am done though," said Van as he sat back in his chair. "Then go complain somewhere else," said Irvine. "Yeah, because we really don't feel like listening it all day by having you here," said Thomas. "Alright, fine. I will leave since you don't seem to want me here," said Van as he got up and walked out of the room. "Finally," muttered Thomas. "Now we might actually be able to get our work done," said Irvine.
"Hey Van," yelled Rachael as Van was walking around the base. "Hey," said Van as he stopped and aloud her to catch up to him. "I was wondering if you would like to do something with me?" asked Rachael putting on her nicest smile. "I don't see why not," said Van as he walked into his room. Rachael went in after him. "What are you doing?" asked Van seeing her walk in after him. "Looking around," said Rachael as she looked at all the things like Van's fathers knife and all sorts of things. "What is this?" asked Rachael as she noticed a necklace. The necklace was heart shaped with a little diamond in it. "It is something that belonged to my mother, she gave it to me before she died and said she wanted me to give it to the person that I loved someday," said Van. "Is there anyone that you love?" asked Rachael hoping that he would say her but she knew that it was probably too early. "I don't know," said Van with a shrug of his shoulders. "It is very pretty," said Rachael as she admired it more. "Both of my parents are dead, and I only have one thing right now that helps me remember both of them. I have this knife that used to belong to my father and that necklace that belonged to my mother," said Van. "So where is it that you wanted to go?" asked Van. "Anywhere is fine with me," said Rachael. "ok. First off though," said Van as he pushed her out of the room. "What are you doing?" asked Rachael as soon as she was out of the room. "I need to get changed and I can't do it with you in here," said Van as he closed the door.
About a minute or two later Van came out of his room out of his sweaty work clothes and in some fresh clean clothes. "Are you ready?" asked Van. "Yeah," said Rachael. It was just before they were about to leave that they were stopped. "Van wait up," yelled Fiona as she ran after the two of them. "What is it Fiona?" asked Van looking at her. "Colonel Crougar needs to see you and he says that it is urgent," said Fiona as she tried to catch her breath. "Ok thanks for telling me Fiona," said Van nicely. "Sorry but this will have to wait till later," said Van as Van turned around and started to walk in the opposite direction. "Ok," said Rachael in a disappointed voice. As Van walked off Rachael spoke to Fiona. "Now listen here," she said. "What is it?" asked Fiona as she turned around from where she was going. "I want you to stay away from Van," said Rachael kind of nastily. "Why?" asked Fiona slightly startled by her outburst. "Because he will be mine and you are in the way," said Rachael in the same tone. "But Van is my friend so I shouldn't have to," said Fiona as she started to walk towards her room. "Just stay away from him," Rachael yelled after her.
"What are they doing there? I didn't know that they were part of the test," said O'Connell who was watching what was going on. "Lets see what will happen though. it could prove to be very interesting," said Crougar as he paid even closer attention to the screen then he was before. "But if they get damaged and we are attacked we won't have any of them to help fight," said O'Connell. "Don't worry. I am sure that they won't do something that would endanger each other. They know that they might be needed later," said Crougar. "I guess," said O'Connell.
The lightning saix and the blade liger were facing off and it appeared to be a good fight. They both started to run at full speed to try and get the other. At their fastest, they started to hit each other by running into the others side but that didn't seem too work too well since neither of them was willing to go down too easily. 'I got an idea,' thought Van as a smirk appeared on his face. Van suddenly stopped the blade liger right in it's tracks but the lightning saix kept going and Van fired on him and made contact. The lightning saix went down. "Not bad Van," said Irvine who was trying to get the slightly damaged lightning saix up. "Not bad yourself," said Van as he held in the smile that was coming to his face. "But next time I won't go easy on you," said Irvine in his proud tone. "Oh really? I thought that you were actually trying there," said Van trying to annoy Irvine. "I was just having a little fun, and I wasn't really taking it seriously," said Irvine keeping his cool. "Whatever you say," said Van as he turned the blade liger around and started to go back towards the base.
"That was a good fight," said Irvine as they got out of their zoids. "We will fix up the zoids immediately," said a mechanic. "Thanks a lot," said Van as he too hopped out of the blade liger. "Good work lieutenant," said Crougar approaching Van. "Thank you sir," said Van with a salute. "I want you to get cleaned up because there is something I need you to do for me Van," said Crougar. "What is it?" asked Van. "There is a new member of the guardian force coming here. I will need you to escort her here to ensure her safety for the time being," said Crougar. "Why doesn't the person just take their zoid?" asked Thomas joining in on the conversation. "Recently the base she was at was attacked and destroyed. The remaining zoids that survived were transported here but she was injured and needed to stay at a hospital for a while. Now she is coming over but she doesn't have a zoid with her. So I need someone to get her," said Crougar. "Sure thing. I would be glad to help you," said Van. "All these attacks are getting out of control," said Thomas. "I know and we are trying to stop them with every resource we have. We do think that those that are responsible for all of this may be people that are still loyal to Hiltz and Prozen, and are also formers members of the imperial army which is why they have so much skill," said Crougar. "They must be stopped no matter what. So I will go get her for you. The more that we have here, the better it will be for us to protect this base," said Van. "I can't help because I am busy today," said Irvine. "Plus I am not part of the guardian force so it doesn't concern me," continued Irvine as he started to walk away from the area. "Irvine they gave you the lightning saix to replace the command wolf so I think that means that you are," said Moonbay as she walked up to them. "She has a point," said Crougar with a shrug of his shoulders. "I don't care. I am still not part of it," said Irvine with a scowl on his face. "By the way what is her name?" asked Van. "It is lieutenant Rachael," said Crougar. "Ok," said Van as he saluted and left the room.
"Hey Van where are you going?" asked Fiona seeing Van walking towards his blade liger. "I need to go pick someone up for Crougar," said Van as he stopped for her to catch up. "Can I go with you?" asked Fiona. "I am sorry but no. There is only enough room in the blade liger for two people and she doesn't have her zoid with her. So I have to bring her here in the blade liger," said Van. "Oh, ok," said Fiona who was a little upset. "I would take you if I could but as you can see I can't at the moment. So I am sorry," said Van. "It's ok. I guess I will just see you later then," said Fiona quietly "yeah, I will see you later Fiona," said Van as he walked towards the blade liger again. "Ok," said Fiona.
"Ah. Now isn't that just cute," said Moonbay as she walked up to Fiona shortly after Van had left. "What do you mean?" asked Fiona curious as to what she meant. "You wanting to go with him. I just think it is kind off cute that you were upset when he said that you couldn't go with him. I mean that it is obvious that you really want to be with him," said Moonbay with a smirk. Fiona blushed a light shade of red. She then regained her composure and straightened herself up. "I don't know what you mean by that," said Fiona as she started to walk away. "You can't hide it forever Fiona," said Fiona as her smirk grew even wider. Fiona just ignored her comment.
"Is that the place Thomas?" asked Van upon seeing a town out on the horizon. "Hold on let me check," said Thomas. There was a moment of silence before Thomas came back on. "Yeah that is the place that we have been looking for," said Thomas. "Ok. How about I go in and you wait out here in case something was to happen so that at least one of us will be prepared," said Van. "I guess I could do that. Just hurry up though. I want to get back soon," said Thomas. "Don't worry. I will get back as soon as possible. I just need to get in there and get her then I will come out," said Van. "You know the longer you sit there talking the longer we will be forced to stay here," said Thomas. "I guess you're right," said Van after thinking over what Thomas had just said. "Of course I am. Now get going," said Thomas. "Alright already," said Van as he hopped out of the cockpit and started to walk towards the town.
As Van was traveling around the town he was nearly giving up hope. "Maybe I should have asked what she looked like or where to find her," said Van to Zeke as he looked around, not knowing which one of the many people that were there were the girl he was looking for or not. "It maybe a small town but it doesn't matter if I don't know what she looks like. Maybe I should asked someone," continued Van looking and the many people walking around. Van walked up to the first person he saw. This was a woman with shoulder length brown hair and blue eyes. "Um excuse me," said Van as he tapped the woman on the shoulder. "Hmm, what is it?" asked the woman as she turned around to look at Van. She looked at Van and was stunned by his looks. 'I heard of love at first sight but this is ridiculous,' she thought as she stared at him. "I was wondering if you might know this person that I am looking for since this is a small town I thought that someone might know," said Van. "I am sorry but I just came here and I don't know anyone here," said the woman in a nice voice. "Then I am sorry for bothering you," said Van as he turned around and started to walk away. "Hey wait maybe I can help you since the person I have been waiting for hasn't showed up," said the woman hoping that this might keep van around. "What is this persons name?" asked the woman. "Um what was it again?" asked Van as he tried hard to think of what it was. However for some reason he was having trouble remembering it. "Well while you are trying to remember. I might as well tell you mine, its Rachael," said the woman. "That was her name Rachael," said Van finally remembering the name. "You wouldn't happen to be with the guardian force by any chance, would you?" asked Rachael. "Yes I am," said Van. "Then I am who you are looking for," said Rachael happily. "Oh well it is nice to meet you then. I'm Van Flyheight," said Van. "You're Van Flyheight the hero?" asked Rachael slightly shocked by this. "Yes," said Van simply. "I never would have thought that such a cutie like you could be him," said Rachael. "Well I am, and we need to get back soon," said Van in an urgent voice. "Ok then. I will let you lead the way," said Rachael with a smile.
Thomas mean while was so bored that he was about ready to fall asleep. 'Maybe I should have gone and let him sty here and wait,' thought Thomas as he let out a large yawn. "Hey Thomas are you ready to go?" asked Van as a link was pulled up in the dibison. Thomas immediately jumped up out of his near slumber. "I've been ready for a while, what took you so long?" asked and aggravated Thomas. "I had a bit of trouble finding her since I had absolutely no clue what she looked like. Luckily I asked someone and it happened to be her," said Van as he scratched the back of his head. "Ok, lets just get going," said Thomas as he sat up straight and prepared to get the dibison moving. "Right," said Van as he did the exact same as Thomas.
"Van your back," said Fiona happily when she saw them. She immediately ran up to him but stopped when she saw Rachael. "Who is she?" asked Fiona. "She is the person I was sent to pick up. Everyone this is Rachael," said Van as he introduced her. "Hello. It is nice to meet you all," said Rachael. "That's Thomas, Irvine, Moonbay, and Fiona," said Van as he pointed to each one as he said their name. "Nice to meet you all," repeated Rachael. "Hey Van why don't you show me around?" asked Rachael hoping to get a little time with Van. "I guess so. Since you don't really know the place," said Van. "Can I come with you this time?" asked Fiona. "I don't see why not," said Van with a smile. No one noticed but Rachael gave Fiona a dirty look when Fiona asked that question. "First we should head for the control room to tell Crougar that you are here," said Van as he walked in front of Rachael with Fiona at his side. "Fine," said Rachael as she continued to glare at Fiona.
Walking into the control room Van was able to quickly spot Crougar amongst the many people that were in there. "Colonel Crougar, lieutenant Rachael is here," said Van with a salute. "Ah good it is nice to see you," said Crougar as she shook the woman's hand. "Same here Colonel," said Rachael with a salute. "I think you are probably a little tired after the long ride here. Van can you please show her to her room?" asked Crougar turning his attention to Van "Yes sir," said Van as him, Fiona and Rachael all left.
"This is where you will be staying," said Van after he showed her to her room. "Thank you," said Rachael with a smile. "I will show you around tomorrow but we should gets some sleep for now," said Van and then he walked off. "Then I will see you tomorrow," yelled Rachael to his retreating form. Then she was by herself. "Wow I heard stories but I didn't think he was that cute. however, that Fiona girl could pose a bit of a problem for me and Van," she said to herself. "But it doesn't matter I will get him in the end," she continued as she got a goofy smile on her face. "I can just see it all now," she said as she started to daydream about her and Van together. "All I have to do is make him fall in love with me, then my life will be perfect. All I have to use is my wonderful charm and my great looks and I am sure that he will fall for me quickly," she said to herself. "That will have to wait till tomorrow though, because right now I need to get my beauty sleep," said Rachael as she got into the bed and closed her eyes.
"Man it is hot today," complained Van as he used his hand as a fan for his face. "Van will you quit complaining because we have work to do if you couldn't already see," said Thomas annoyed by Van's complaining. "I am done though," said Van as he sat back in his chair. "Then go complain somewhere else," said Irvine. "Yeah, because we really don't feel like listening it all day by having you here," said Thomas. "Alright, fine. I will leave since you don't seem to want me here," said Van as he got up and walked out of the room. "Finally," muttered Thomas. "Now we might actually be able to get our work done," said Irvine.
"Hey Van," yelled Rachael as Van was walking around the base. "Hey," said Van as he stopped and aloud her to catch up to him. "I was wondering if you would like to do something with me?" asked Rachael putting on her nicest smile. "I don't see why not," said Van as he walked into his room. Rachael went in after him. "What are you doing?" asked Van seeing her walk in after him. "Looking around," said Rachael as she looked at all the things like Van's fathers knife and all sorts of things. "What is this?" asked Rachael as she noticed a necklace. The necklace was heart shaped with a little diamond in it. "It is something that belonged to my mother, she gave it to me before she died and said she wanted me to give it to the person that I loved someday," said Van. "Is there anyone that you love?" asked Rachael hoping that he would say her but she knew that it was probably too early. "I don't know," said Van with a shrug of his shoulders. "It is very pretty," said Rachael as she admired it more. "Both of my parents are dead, and I only have one thing right now that helps me remember both of them. I have this knife that used to belong to my father and that necklace that belonged to my mother," said Van. "So where is it that you wanted to go?" asked Van. "Anywhere is fine with me," said Rachael. "ok. First off though," said Van as he pushed her out of the room. "What are you doing?" asked Rachael as soon as she was out of the room. "I need to get changed and I can't do it with you in here," said Van as he closed the door.
About a minute or two later Van came out of his room out of his sweaty work clothes and in some fresh clean clothes. "Are you ready?" asked Van. "Yeah," said Rachael. It was just before they were about to leave that they were stopped. "Van wait up," yelled Fiona as she ran after the two of them. "What is it Fiona?" asked Van looking at her. "Colonel Crougar needs to see you and he says that it is urgent," said Fiona as she tried to catch her breath. "Ok thanks for telling me Fiona," said Van nicely. "Sorry but this will have to wait till later," said Van as Van turned around and started to walk in the opposite direction. "Ok," said Rachael in a disappointed voice. As Van walked off Rachael spoke to Fiona. "Now listen here," she said. "What is it?" asked Fiona as she turned around from where she was going. "I want you to stay away from Van," said Rachael kind of nastily. "Why?" asked Fiona slightly startled by her outburst. "Because he will be mine and you are in the way," said Rachael in the same tone. "But Van is my friend so I shouldn't have to," said Fiona as she started to walk towards her room. "Just stay away from him," Rachael yelled after her.