Kim's eyes widened as she took in the green-hued villainess before her. Shego was simply leaning against the wall, her smile/smirk evident. Kim dropped into a defensive posture, prepared for anything.
Shego just chuckled, raising one hand to look at her nails. “Well Princess, aren't you happy to see me? What, no hello, it's great to see you, where have you been? Come on Kimmie, where's all the witty repartie I've so been longing to hear?”
“What are you doing here? What have you stolen now?”
Shego raised her hand to her chest, looking shocked. “Me? Steal something? Whyever would I do something like that?” Kim gave her an incredulous look, and Shego couldn't help but laugh. “Yeah, even I couldn't hold a straight face with that line.”
Kim took a step forward, noticing Shego didn't even flinch. “You're coming with me, you're under arrest.”
Shego just raised an eyebrow at that. “Aww, but I didn't even take anything. What are you going to charge me with.”
“How about breaking and entering as well as vandalism.”
Shego seemed to ponder that for a second before grinning. “Yeah, I guess I did do that.”
“Plus,” Kim took anouther step forward, “I doubt the statute of limitations has expired on your other crimes, like, oh I don't know, breaking out of prison.”
Shego gave a chuckle, stretching a bit. “Yeah, I guess you got me. I've been a bad girl Kimmie. Of course, in a half hour, that won't matter at all.”
That gave Kim pause, and she looked at her opponent with a bit of surprise. “What's going to happen in half an hour that would change anything.”
Shego pulled away from the wall, and Kim went into a defensive posture once more. Shego didn't even seem to notice. “Oh, I wouldn't want to spoil the surprise. I am so looking forward to the look on your face when you get the answer to that question.”
Shego turned to walk away, but Kim flipped up and over her, blocking her escape. “Oh, I don't think your going anywhere, not without some shiny new bracelets on your wrists.”
Shego just smiled in response. “Sorry kiddo, I don't plan on sticking around. I just wanted to test out the skills one last time and see you before tomorrow. Do you really think I couldn't have gotten in and out of here without anyone knowing about it? Please, I set those alarms off on purpose. And of course, I knew all about you visiting the buffoon just down the road. Why do you think I chose this place? Man, you must be going soft if you haven't realized I planned every step of this.” Shego glanced down at her wrist, shaking her head. “Well, I've just got twenty minutes left, so it's time for me to take off. Catch you later Princess.”
Before Kim could react, Shego fired off a bolt of plasma at Kim, forcing Kim to dive out of the way. That was all the distraction Shego needed. When Kim had leapt to her feet, Shego was gone. The red head looked everywhere her foe could hide, but she found nothing.
“KP?”
Kim turned and saw Ron and Michelle, the pair almost gasping as they entered the exibit. “Are you okay KP, we heard noises.”
Kim cast one last glance about her, before giving up. “Ron, it was Shego.”
This gave Ron pause. “Shego? Man, we haven't seen her in years. Why'd she pop up now, and what did she steal?”
“That's the thing Ron, she didn't take anything. She just said something about testing her skills out one last time and seeing me.”
Michelle looked a bit pale at that. “You don't think… she wouldn't be… you know, trying to kill herself?”
Kim shook her head quickly at that. “No, she seemed almost happy. Plus, she said something about something happening at midnight tonight, and she'd be looking forward to seeing the look on my face when I found out. I really don't think she'd do something that crazy anyways.”
Ron cast one last look about the exibit, before shrugging. “Well, not much more we can do here then. Maybe we should head back the the apartment and try to get some sleep. We can get Wade on it, try to see if he can find out what Shego is up to.”
Michelle nodded, then smiled brightly. “Oh, I forgot all about the cheesecake.”
Kim's smile grew quickly. “Ron made cheesecake?”
Michelle just nodded, smiling brightly. “Oh yeah. We can make a girl's night of it, and you can tell me more embaressing stories of my fiancee growing up.”
Kim giggled loudly as Ron just looked disturbed. “Come on KP, you wouldn't do that to me.”
Kim just covered her mouth with her hand, trying to supress the giggle fit. “Well, I'm not sure there's much left to tell. Oh wait, there was this one time, when we had switched bodies…”
“KIM!”
Ron was already hard at work in the kitchen when Kim finally emerged from the guest room. Kim couldn't help but grimace at the bright smile on his face when he saw her. Ron had never been much of a morning person before, but ever since he and Michelle had gotten together, it was like he had a brand new internal clock.
Kim dragged herself into the kitchen, looking desperately for a coffee cup so that she could grab a mug of the delightful brew Ron had going, the smell of which was the ONLY reason she was up this early, especially during the spring break. She opened a couple cabinets before she felt a tap on her shoulder, and found Ron behind her with a cup in hand. She smiled gratefully, and he gave her a peck on the cheek. Kim took a sip, and sighed deeply.
“Just the way you like it KP.”
Kim nodded. “Thanks Ron. Though I do have to admit, I liked you better when you weren't a morning person.”
Ron tried to look hurt, but it wasn't successful. “Hey, if it makes you feel better, Rufus isn't a morning person… umm… naked mole rat… either. Are you little buddy?” Rufus raised his head and just glared at his friend and owner. Ron grinned sheepishly, turning back to the stove. “So KP, how do you want your pancakes this morning? We have chocolate chips, strawberries, and walnuts.”
“Chocolate chips for me.”
“I'll have the strawberries honey.” Michelle emerged from the bathroom wrapped up in a large towel, running a smaller one through her brown tresses. She smiled at Kim before kissing her fiancee. “You know Kim, you should really join us some time for our morning run. Really gives you a charge in the morning.”
Kim just shook her head, taking anouther sip. “Sorry, but getting up at six thirty in the morning to run is not my idea of fun. Besides, I prefer to do my exercises later in the day. Just give me…”
The Kimmunicator chirped, and Kim sighed. “Well, looks like I'll be getting some early exercise after all.” Kim activated the device, wondering if Wade ever slept, as he looked just as he had the night before. “What's the sitch Wade?”
“Sorry to bother you so early, but I just had a request for the three of you to meet up with Dr. Director today.”
Michelle leaned closer, curious. “The head of Global Justice?”
Kim wasn't that happy about it though. “Wade, I just got into New York. Can't this wait until near the end of spring break?”
Wade took a sip from his beverage, smiling brightly. “Actually, she's in New York, addressing the United Nations. That's why she wanted to get this out of the way, while you were still in town.”
Kim sighed, glancing at the clock. “Well, I guess we could meet her in an hour. We can always go shoe shopping afterwards.”
Wade's eyes widened, and he looked stricken. “Oh man Ron… I feel for you dude.”
Ron grabbed the Kimmunicator, turning it towards him. “Please Wade, tell me Monkey Fist is out stealing some artifact or something. Anything would do!”
Wade shook his head and sank deeper into his seat. “Sorry Ron, but there is no way I am getting in the middle of this one. You're on your own. And Kim, I'll give you a call with where you'll be meeting her shortly” With that, the screen went dark.
Both Kim and Michelle looked over at Ron, bemused expressions on their faces. Ron just chuckled softly, backing away. “Can't blame a guy for trying, can you?”
Michelle looked over at Kim and smiled. “I think this requires further punishment, don't you?”
Kim nodded, getting into the spirit of the conversation. “You mean like looking for more than just shoes?”
Ron's shoulders slumped as he realized he had just buried himself deeper. He looked over at Rufus with a frown. “Buddy, I think I just made things worse.”
Ron seemed in a better mood as they walked the halls of the UN. With one arm wrapped around the waist of his fiancee and the other around Kim's shoulders, he seemed in much better spirits. Of course, Kim figured he could also be trying to alleviate his punishment. The security guard guided them through the building to a series of offices until finally stopping at one. He motioned for them to enter, and Kim finally pulled away from Ron to open the door.
Dr. Director was sitting down at the table, facing them when they went in. She smiled when she saw the trio, rising to her feet. “Welcome Miss Possible, Mr. Stoppable, Miss Johnson, thank you for coming.”
Kim smiled, noting the dark-haired woman seated before her, her back to them. Kim thought it strange that whoever it was wouldn't even turn to see them come in, but didn't give it much thought. “It's not a problem Dr. Director. What can we do for you.”
“Well Miss Possible… Kimberly… we have an… interesting situation before us, and I was hoping I could have your support on this.”
“What kind of situation?”
“Me.”
The dark-haired woman rose, and Kim heard Michelle gasp beside her. Ron tensed up as well, moving into a defensive posture quickly, putting himself in front of Michelle without even thinking about it. But it was Kim who reacted the strongest.
“SHEGO?”
Kim bolted forward, hoping to take advantage of speed to get at Shego before she could do any damage. But before Kim could get to her, Dr. Director stepped between the pair.
“Kimberly, Shego is here at my behest.”
Kim was in shock. “You WANT her here? She was actually allowed to walk into this building? Just what is going on here?”
Dr. Director backed up a step, glancing between the two women. Shego hadn't moved, just smiling like the cat that ate the canary. “Perhaps you could have a seat, and I can explain everything.”
Shego sank back into her seat as if she didn't have a care in the world. Kim eyed her suspiciously, before taking a seat where she could keep an eye on Shego the entire time, but still devote her attention to Dr. Director. Ron and Michelle took a seat on the other side, Ron making sure that to sit where he could be between his fiancee and Shego if a fight were to break out.
With things settled down, Dr. Director handed Kim a file. “I've asked you hear to discuss the situation with Shego. After much negotiation, we have reached an agreement to drop all charges against her in favour of her working for us.”
“WHAT?”
The response was in stereo as all three spoke at once, echoing through the room. Shego just chuckled softly. “That's the look I was talking about.”
Dr. Director ignored the comment. “Global Justice has been expending considerable resources in attempting to capture and hold our friend here for years. After Shego approached us with her proposal, many in the various organization world-wide figured it would be a better use of our resources to simply have her on our side. I reluctantly agreed with their assessment.”
“You can't be serious!” Kim rose to her feet, her hands firmly planted on the table in front of her. “She gets off scott free, and actually gets rewarded?”
“Actually, I wouldn't say that.” Dr. Director flipped open her own folder, pulling out a few pages. “The deal is revoked if Shego engages in any criminal activity in any nation within the United Nations, as well as Switzerland. Shego has agreed to turn over any and all illegally gained funds and properties, and will be under considerable survellance for a great deal of time. In return, she will work for us, and will be paid for her services.”
Kim threw up her hands, frustrated. “You can't be serious. What about last night? I'd say breaking and entering constitutes a breach of that agreement.”
“The agreement went into effect at twelve midnight, eastern standard time. Unfortunately, it is covered by the agreement.” Dr. Director cast a glare at Shego, but the former villainess just shrugged, the smile never wavering.
Kim sank back into her seat, glaring at Shego. “And what's in this for you? I can't believe you would agree with something like this.”
“I got tired of running. I want to be able to enjoy time on the beach without a squad of helicopters constantly on my case.” Shego's smile broadened, and she leaned forward towards Kim. “Besides, have you seen the benefits package? If I had known the government would be willing to pay so well, I would never have put up with Drakken.”
“I can't believe this.”
Dr. Director cast once last glance at Shego, before turning back to Kim. “There is… one other stipulation.”
“And what's that?”
“Shego has requested, and this has been approved by everyone, that Shego should have a partner on a number of the Global Justice assigned missions. That partner will be you.”
“WHAT?”
Shego leaned back, smiling brightly. “Surprise Princess, we're going to be working together.”
Author's Notes - Well, this was just fun, wasn't it? I don't think Kim was too happy though.
Thursday, April 5th - Life's Strange Turns - Chapter 3 - Kim must deal with the new sitch thrust upon her. How will she ever deal with it?