How To Speak Legato, Chapter 6
Disclaimer- Yada yada yada, Trigun not mine, Episode 16: Fifth Moon not mine, sue someone else.
A/N- YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! GOMEN NASAI! GOMEN NASAI FOR NOT UPDATING! I APOLOGIZE TO MY READERS, TO EVERYONE ON FF.NET, TO THE WHOLE WORLD! GOMEN NASAAAAAAAI FOR TROUBLING YOU!
Now that I got THAT off my chest, hi everyone! Sorry about the no updates for two months thing, but yeah, I've updated now. And now that I'm on break, I should be able to finish up this bad boy. Oh, congratulations to Jen, Sessy Da Fluffy One, and Silver Dragon Youkai for spotting the manga reference! It was, indeed, the famous eating with no hands scene from Trigun Maximum 2. See, being a dork and reading manga scans pays off in the end!
Thanks to all my reviewers! Messages at the bottom. ONWARD, GOOD CHAPS!
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I sighed happily and pushed my way into the blankets. Finally, some peace and quiet. Time to get some sleep…
THUNK.
I groaned and rubbed where my head had hit the floor. I rolled over onto my back and looked up, where a very irate priest was glaring at me. "Get up, you idiot," he growled. "Knives wants to see you."
"I'll decline, spider," I mumbled, trying to get comfortable in my little spot on the floor. I hadn't been able to sleep for a week. It wasn't my fault that the damn priest snored. Wolfwood sighed dramatically and started out the door.
"Fine, let him tell you himself," he said casually, heading down the hall. I pushed myself up. Tired or not, I was not at all keen to eat any more pies. Who knows, next time he might opt to slice my arms off instead of handcuffing them. Damn moody plants.
I walked, half-asleep, up to Master's door and knocked. "Master? You wanted to speak with me?" The door was flung open and Master grabbed me by the wrist and dragged me into his room.
"Come over here, Legato dear! I have something I want to show you!" Master giggled like a schoolboy and led me into his bathroom, turning me to face the mirror. My eyes widened.
"That's right!" said Master giddily. "Since you were too shy to ask for my butterfly tattoo, I had it put on while you were sleeping! Doesn't it look great on you? Didn't I do a fabulous job?" I was beginning to severely question Master's sexuality, as well as his sanity. No, his sanity had been gone a long time. I ran my finger across the cheek with the accursed insect tattooed onto it.
"It looks stunning, Master," I drawled.
Master grinned proudly. "Of course it does. Now, down to business. I'd like you to lure Vash to Augusta…"
"Errrrr, before you go any further, Master. Don't you think we should eliminate Monev and Dominique? I mean, we don't need them anymore." I crossed my fingers. Please, please God…
Master looked thoughtful. Then he shook his head. "Nah. They did good." I panicked.
"But Master, if I may be so bold," I began, "if you plan to eradicate all humanity down to the last speck of dust, why should we show compassion now?" He frowned, apparently trying to think of a ridiculous answer.
"Because I want to do it neatly," he said smugly. I sighed. Damn Master and his obsessive-compulsive tendencies.
"Of course, Master."
"So anyways, I want you to lure Vash to Augusta…."
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I shuffled down the stairs, listening to the Gung-Ho Guns in the kitchen. I heard my name, and stopped dead. "…I mean, has he lived his entire life being Knives' bitch?" asked E.G Mine. "That's pretty sad." My eye widened. WHAT?
"Hey!" said Midvalley indignantly. I sighed with relief. Midvalley would stand up for me. "There's nothing wrong with being someone's bitch!" Damn those musicians.
"No offense meant, Midvalley," said E.G quickly. "But you know what guys? I think Legato's his bitch in more ways than one, if you catch my drift…" he snickered. I picked that moment to slide into the room quietly.
"Your assumptions would be incorrect, then," I said smoothly. E.G jumped.
"Mr. Legato, sir!" he said, his voice as oily as his green hair. "I was talking about my cousin, El Gato. You know those Spanish types." I clenched my fist behind my back. I'm gonna kill him, I swear, I'm gonna kill him…
"It doesn't matter," I said forcefully. Annoyed, I unconsciously ran my fingers through my hair. The assassins gasped. "What is it?" I asked, but all they did was stare at my face. Then suddenly I realized: I could see them.
"He finally pushed his hair out of his eyes!" said E.G excitedly.
"He actually has another eye?" asked Dominique, confused.
"Hey everybody, look!" yelled Monev gleefully. "One side of his face is sunburned, and the other isn't!" Everyone chuckled. I clenched my teeth. Stupid… steroid popping… muscle man…
I brushed my hair back in my eyes. "We're going on a little field trip today,"
"A field trip!" chirped Monev. "Oh boy! Where do we get to go?
"To Augusta." I said simply. Everyone's eyes widened. "Not all of you, just a few," There was a collective sound of resentment.
"Well who gets to go?" asked Zazie impatiently.
I counted on my fingers, reciting who Master told me to bring. "Let's see… E.G Mine, Rai-Dei the Blade, Midvalley the Hornfreak," I stopped, and slowly smiled. "And Monev and Dominique."
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I had to hand it to Master. He had given us a great hotel to stay at. Midvalley was sitting in the lounge, surrounded by beautiful women, for some inexplicable reason (perhaps it was the saxophone?). Rai-Dei was playing pool with Monev. Dominique was sitting in a corner, staring at me so hungrily she looked ready to punce on my throat and tear out my jugular in a fit of passion.
And I was sitting at the bar, eating ice cream. I sighed. In a temporary loss of sanity, I think I agreed to let E.G have a go at killing Vash the Stampede. Suddenly, looking at Rai-Dei, I had an idea…
"Rai-Dei, the Blade, how would you like to kill Vash the Stampede, and E.G Mine?" I asked, smiling. I saw his eyes light up; I knew he hated E.G with a passion.
"Was that Knives' order?" he asked distrustfully.
"Of course. Would I go against Knives' orders?" I gave him the closest thing I had to an innocent look. He sighed and nodded. I turned to Monev and Dominique.
"And why don't you two come with me? I have a surprise for you."
"Oooooh!" said Monev, clapping his hands. "Is it candy?"
"Maybe," I said lightly. I motioned them towards the city.
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Everything was in place. Monev and Dominique were off my back forever, and E.G would be soon enough, and I had sent a messenger to fetch Vash the Stampede. Master's bitch, am I? I don't think so. I chuckled, causing Midvalley to stare at me, then quickly look away. I grinned widely. This was perfect.
I distractedly looked down at the sand, and absently noted two Thomases approaching the city. Wait a minute, one of the riders looked familiar…
It was her.
How am I supposed to blow up the city with her in it?
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Ehehehe, short chapter, I apologize. Reviews, my babies!
Jen- Hehe, good for you! Dork-ness is a good this!
Red Tigress- Random mime references rock, don't they? THAT forever! Yes, Shanny must update, precious, that she must.
Silver Dragon Youkai- Yes, you were right! Sorry to make you wait so long!
Apples- Hehe, your welcome! I did that too! "*Blink* What just happened?"
Ala- LOL! Yeah, I did the same thing! Muahaha.
Vash's Girl- Try some ice cream. I think he likes it.
Aurus- Hee. *Dances on neon green line* We have a lot of those, don't we. Eeee, Vashie Sprite! *Grabs it and runs*
raveb's_kitty_sama- Yes, here is your review cookie! *Gives you cookie*
Azi: Naruto's Twin Sister- Hehe, I'm like that too! Hmmm, I'm not sure if I'm going up to 24… we'll just have to see how the fic progresses.
Claymade- Lol, yeah, I'm thinking she was. *Wink wink nudge nudge* And it's great to get a review from you, as always.
Kagome-angel2000- Awwww, thank you! You think I'm gifted? *Cries and hugs you* Your review really got me working. Well, here's an update!
Zazie The Beast- Eeeek! Sandworms! *Hides* Well, I guess I deserve it.
CaptainMurphysMistress- Lol, jobs should die, shouldn't they?
Closet-Monster- Awwww, I'm flattered! Thank you!
EddieKnives- Eeeek! Don't die! *Gives CPR*
Sakirra-chan- Why thank you for adding me to your favorites. *Curtsies*
Miyosha- Thanks for reviewing!
Pudding333- And thank you too! Nice name, by the way.
Cloud-Bahamut- You put me on your favorite authors? *Blushes* Thank you, hope you enjoyed!
Heh- I did!
pirogoeth22- That's Ok! Thanks for the reviewage of this chappie!
Keitheo- Thanks for reading anyway! Glad you liked it!
Aku Youkai- Sorry if I kept you waiting! Your review really brightened my day!
Sessy Da Fluffy one- Hey, you got it right, I counted you as a winner anyways ^_^
Disclaimer- Yada yada yada, Trigun not mine, Episode 16: Fifth Moon not mine, sue someone else.
A/N- YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! GOMEN NASAI! GOMEN NASAI FOR NOT UPDATING! I APOLOGIZE TO MY READERS, TO EVERYONE ON FF.NET, TO THE WHOLE WORLD! GOMEN NASAAAAAAAI FOR TROUBLING YOU!
Now that I got THAT off my chest, hi everyone! Sorry about the no updates for two months thing, but yeah, I've updated now. And now that I'm on break, I should be able to finish up this bad boy. Oh, congratulations to Jen, Sessy Da Fluffy One, and Silver Dragon Youkai for spotting the manga reference! It was, indeed, the famous eating with no hands scene from Trigun Maximum 2. See, being a dork and reading manga scans pays off in the end!
Thanks to all my reviewers! Messages at the bottom. ONWARD, GOOD CHAPS!
~~~~~~~~~
I sighed happily and pushed my way into the blankets. Finally, some peace and quiet. Time to get some sleep…
THUNK.
I groaned and rubbed where my head had hit the floor. I rolled over onto my back and looked up, where a very irate priest was glaring at me. "Get up, you idiot," he growled. "Knives wants to see you."
"I'll decline, spider," I mumbled, trying to get comfortable in my little spot on the floor. I hadn't been able to sleep for a week. It wasn't my fault that the damn priest snored. Wolfwood sighed dramatically and started out the door.
"Fine, let him tell you himself," he said casually, heading down the hall. I pushed myself up. Tired or not, I was not at all keen to eat any more pies. Who knows, next time he might opt to slice my arms off instead of handcuffing them. Damn moody plants.
I walked, half-asleep, up to Master's door and knocked. "Master? You wanted to speak with me?" The door was flung open and Master grabbed me by the wrist and dragged me into his room.
"Come over here, Legato dear! I have something I want to show you!" Master giggled like a schoolboy and led me into his bathroom, turning me to face the mirror. My eyes widened.
"That's right!" said Master giddily. "Since you were too shy to ask for my butterfly tattoo, I had it put on while you were sleeping! Doesn't it look great on you? Didn't I do a fabulous job?" I was beginning to severely question Master's sexuality, as well as his sanity. No, his sanity had been gone a long time. I ran my finger across the cheek with the accursed insect tattooed onto it.
"It looks stunning, Master," I drawled.
Master grinned proudly. "Of course it does. Now, down to business. I'd like you to lure Vash to Augusta…"
"Errrrr, before you go any further, Master. Don't you think we should eliminate Monev and Dominique? I mean, we don't need them anymore." I crossed my fingers. Please, please God…
Master looked thoughtful. Then he shook his head. "Nah. They did good." I panicked.
"But Master, if I may be so bold," I began, "if you plan to eradicate all humanity down to the last speck of dust, why should we show compassion now?" He frowned, apparently trying to think of a ridiculous answer.
"Because I want to do it neatly," he said smugly. I sighed. Damn Master and his obsessive-compulsive tendencies.
"Of course, Master."
"So anyways, I want you to lure Vash to Augusta…."
~~~~~~~~
I shuffled down the stairs, listening to the Gung-Ho Guns in the kitchen. I heard my name, and stopped dead. "…I mean, has he lived his entire life being Knives' bitch?" asked E.G Mine. "That's pretty sad." My eye widened. WHAT?
"Hey!" said Midvalley indignantly. I sighed with relief. Midvalley would stand up for me. "There's nothing wrong with being someone's bitch!" Damn those musicians.
"No offense meant, Midvalley," said E.G quickly. "But you know what guys? I think Legato's his bitch in more ways than one, if you catch my drift…" he snickered. I picked that moment to slide into the room quietly.
"Your assumptions would be incorrect, then," I said smoothly. E.G jumped.
"Mr. Legato, sir!" he said, his voice as oily as his green hair. "I was talking about my cousin, El Gato. You know those Spanish types." I clenched my fist behind my back. I'm gonna kill him, I swear, I'm gonna kill him…
"It doesn't matter," I said forcefully. Annoyed, I unconsciously ran my fingers through my hair. The assassins gasped. "What is it?" I asked, but all they did was stare at my face. Then suddenly I realized: I could see them.
"He finally pushed his hair out of his eyes!" said E.G excitedly.
"He actually has another eye?" asked Dominique, confused.
"Hey everybody, look!" yelled Monev gleefully. "One side of his face is sunburned, and the other isn't!" Everyone chuckled. I clenched my teeth. Stupid… steroid popping… muscle man…
I brushed my hair back in my eyes. "We're going on a little field trip today,"
"A field trip!" chirped Monev. "Oh boy! Where do we get to go?
"To Augusta." I said simply. Everyone's eyes widened. "Not all of you, just a few," There was a collective sound of resentment.
"Well who gets to go?" asked Zazie impatiently.
I counted on my fingers, reciting who Master told me to bring. "Let's see… E.G Mine, Rai-Dei the Blade, Midvalley the Hornfreak," I stopped, and slowly smiled. "And Monev and Dominique."
~~~~~~~
I had to hand it to Master. He had given us a great hotel to stay at. Midvalley was sitting in the lounge, surrounded by beautiful women, for some inexplicable reason (perhaps it was the saxophone?). Rai-Dei was playing pool with Monev. Dominique was sitting in a corner, staring at me so hungrily she looked ready to punce on my throat and tear out my jugular in a fit of passion.
And I was sitting at the bar, eating ice cream. I sighed. In a temporary loss of sanity, I think I agreed to let E.G have a go at killing Vash the Stampede. Suddenly, looking at Rai-Dei, I had an idea…
"Rai-Dei, the Blade, how would you like to kill Vash the Stampede, and E.G Mine?" I asked, smiling. I saw his eyes light up; I knew he hated E.G with a passion.
"Was that Knives' order?" he asked distrustfully.
"Of course. Would I go against Knives' orders?" I gave him the closest thing I had to an innocent look. He sighed and nodded. I turned to Monev and Dominique.
"And why don't you two come with me? I have a surprise for you."
"Oooooh!" said Monev, clapping his hands. "Is it candy?"
"Maybe," I said lightly. I motioned them towards the city.
~~~~~~~~
Everything was in place. Monev and Dominique were off my back forever, and E.G would be soon enough, and I had sent a messenger to fetch Vash the Stampede. Master's bitch, am I? I don't think so. I chuckled, causing Midvalley to stare at me, then quickly look away. I grinned widely. This was perfect.
I distractedly looked down at the sand, and absently noted two Thomases approaching the city. Wait a minute, one of the riders looked familiar…
It was her.
How am I supposed to blow up the city with her in it?
~~~~~~~
Ehehehe, short chapter, I apologize. Reviews, my babies!
Jen- Hehe, good for you! Dork-ness is a good this!
Red Tigress- Random mime references rock, don't they? THAT forever! Yes, Shanny must update, precious, that she must.
Silver Dragon Youkai- Yes, you were right! Sorry to make you wait so long!
Apples- Hehe, your welcome! I did that too! "*Blink* What just happened?"
Ala- LOL! Yeah, I did the same thing! Muahaha.
Vash's Girl- Try some ice cream. I think he likes it.
Aurus- Hee. *Dances on neon green line* We have a lot of those, don't we. Eeee, Vashie Sprite! *Grabs it and runs*
raveb's_kitty_sama- Yes, here is your review cookie! *Gives you cookie*
Azi: Naruto's Twin Sister- Hehe, I'm like that too! Hmmm, I'm not sure if I'm going up to 24… we'll just have to see how the fic progresses.
Claymade- Lol, yeah, I'm thinking she was. *Wink wink nudge nudge* And it's great to get a review from you, as always.
Kagome-angel2000- Awwww, thank you! You think I'm gifted? *Cries and hugs you* Your review really got me working. Well, here's an update!
Zazie The Beast- Eeeek! Sandworms! *Hides* Well, I guess I deserve it.
CaptainMurphysMistress- Lol, jobs should die, shouldn't they?
Closet-Monster- Awwww, I'm flattered! Thank you!
EddieKnives- Eeeek! Don't die! *Gives CPR*
Sakirra-chan- Why thank you for adding me to your favorites. *Curtsies*
Miyosha- Thanks for reviewing!
Pudding333- And thank you too! Nice name, by the way.
Cloud-Bahamut- You put me on your favorite authors? *Blushes* Thank you, hope you enjoyed!
Heh- I did!
pirogoeth22- That's Ok! Thanks for the reviewage of this chappie!
Keitheo- Thanks for reading anyway! Glad you liked it!
Aku Youkai- Sorry if I kept you waiting! Your review really brightened my day!
Sessy Da Fluffy one- Hey, you got it right, I counted you as a winner anyways ^_^