Disclaimer: I don’t own Kyle XY

A/N: I have a few personal matters to work on but wanted to give you guys a new chapter. I also read other people’s fan fics and really didn’t like slow updates but as I said a few problems. Yes I’ve been able to update some of my other stories; but, I’ve been struggling with some of the stuff I have planned for chapters VIII and IX. Also XZ is special villain for me.

The Last Guard VII: Its Party Time!

MadaCorp Foundation party

8:00 PM

MadaCorp grounds, the grass were lush green and the groundskeepers worked on the garden and adorned it with flowers of all shapes and colors. The wonderful aroma of fine food flowed fro the buffet tables. In the corner of the table, ushers dispensed food and drinks from all sort of meats displayed for all to see. All kinds of juices and sparkling Champaign poured freely for all the guests. A large banner hanged above the podium set in the far corner with the words “Madacorp 25th Anniversary” The sound booth set up in the side with lights. Two twenty-five inch monitors displayed the Madacorp logo was placed on either side of the podium. The speakers pump out a lively tone of mixed cds that contributed to the jovial atmosphere. Dozens of investors, executives, and blue collar employees wearing party dresses and tuxedoes walking around socializing and celebrating, a cheerful atmosphere filled the air. Everyone was pleased at another successful fiscal year.

Kyle Trager wore an expensive suit and shiny new shoes on loan from Ms. Jollie H. Sanders who apparently has an eye for fashion. Kyle scanned the faces of the crowed for anything suspicious. “Nothing to report,” Kyle whispered into a hidden microphone under her sleeve.

“Good, I checked the perimeter and there have been no breeches,” Tom Foss replied from the security room as he looked the perimeter cameras in front of him, “Have you seen Jessi?”

“I’m right, here,” Jessi whispered. Kyle turned around and was a bit taken by the sight he saw. Jessi Emerson wore a tight strapless black dress with a plunging neckline that accentuated her impressive cleavage. A gold ornately decorated crystals hung from her neck, her raven hair flowed freely behind her back; she wore a modest amount of make-up; she wore a ruby lipstick. Her entire get up drew the attention of half the crowd, particularly the male half but Jessi was totally oblivious to them.

“You look wonderful,” Kyle commented.

His comment made Jessi’s heart skip a beat. He notice Jessi smiled to herself. After researching 17, 325 articles on fashion, observing Lori and hours of experimentation, Jessi was pleased that Kyle noticed her. “Thank you,” Jessi said with a grin. There was a moment of silence between them; Jessi enjoyed every moment of it.

“Have you notice anyone?” whispered Tom from Jessi’s ear-piece breaking the silence.

“No,” Jessi said exasperated.

“Okay stay focused. I’ve got almost a hundred men at the perimeter and a dozen in the party as ushers and guests, aside from Emily’s personal detail,” Foss explained, “it will still be a few minutes before Emily comes out so mingle but keep alert the assassin may already be there.”

“Alright,” Kyle and Jessi both agreed.

“Do you think there is actually others like us?” Jessi asked casually.

“I’ve been wondering about it ever since Emily told us,” Kyle sullenly responded.

“I thought I was alone…” Kyle began, “…until I met you. I feel very luck to have met you….” as he smiled to her.

“You do,” Jessi was shocked. Jessi was ecstatic. She always had feelings for him. They were special. They were two of a kind. No one else could be so connected mind, body and soul.

Kyle’s cellphone rang. “It’s Amanda.” Kyle said with a grin. Jessi felt a sullen despite her deep feelings for Kyle. He was with Amanda Bloom, the girl next door. Still Jessi hopes that Kyle would eventually see that they were meant to be. They are the only two of a kind…

Kyle and Amanda’s phone call

Amanda was in her bed room talking to the phone: “Hey Josh said you were working on a physics project. You want some help. Well company anyway.” Amanda knew there wasn’t really anything she could contribute to Kyle’s physics project but she really wanted to spend some time with her boy friend. He had been distant these past couple of days, like he was worried about something.

“Thanks but you don’t need to trouble yourself for me,” Kyle answered back, “I am almost done”

Amanda had difficulty hearing but could make out loud songs “Is that music I hear?”

“Oh it’s the dorms,” Kyle lied “Paper thin walls”

Amanda saw through it. Kyle was never good at lying, “Are you lying to me?”

“I’m sorry Amanda I need to hang up now,” Kyle hung up quickly.

Amanda was shocked. Did Kyle just lie to me? She wondered on her bed.

KYLE IM: I didn’t want to lie to Amanda and the Tragers but I had put them through too much because of Zzyxx, MadaCorp, and Latnok the first time around. I wanted to protect them. I really didn’t believe that there was another one like Jessi and I; but, until I was sure I didn’t want to drag them into it again.

10:30 PM

The party was in full swing. Emily Hollander emerged from the limousine welcomed by everyone in attendance followed by six men and Jollie H. Sanders, her personal assistant/ bodyguard. The men were tuxedoes and both women were elegantly dressed. Emily was still injured but years in the military taught her to control the pain. Jessi had moved away from Kyle and now stood next to Emily. She gave an inspired speech. The speech ended and the party continued without incident for thirty-two minutes and twenty seconds since the party started.

Kyle looked around and scanning the crowd. Someone caught his eye surrounded by a number of people. She was a golden haired beauty wearing single strapped silver dressed hugged her body tightly. She wore dark-eye liner and mascara. Kyle needed a second look to recognize her, it was Angela Blake. She turned directly at Kyle. Kyle marched straight towards her; but by the time he reached the group she was gone. Kyle looked around and he could not see her.

“Heads up! Somebody new just arrived,” Foss said to his microphone.

Kyle turned his attention to the Madacorp driveway. A scarlet porche screamed into the driveway and made a dead stop in front of the driveway. Kyle Trager tensed up. He was worried that it was the assassin. A lone figure jumped from the car and picked up something. Kyle concentrated his eyes and the image cleared. Kyle recognized the figure. Jessi Emerson also recognized him as Terryl Kage wearing a really fancy dark blue tuxedo. He had a bright smile and a bouquet of flowers in his hand. He made a beeline straight for Emily Hollander. The atmosphere in the room changed ever so slightly as the guest recognized the new arrival.

“Everybody stand down. It is Terryl Kage, heir to the EdenCorp CEO Nathaniel Kage.” Emily voiced in from her earpiece.

“A messenger for his daddy,” Jessi heard Jollie voiced in. Despite Jollies’ reassurance a feeling of anxiousness crept inside Kyle’s stomach that he could not quite understand. Jessi reaction was the complete opposite. It was a feeling of excitement. A rush to her senses just at the sight of Terryl Kage.

Terryl reached the table where Emily, Jollie, and Jessi sat. Jessi noticed Terryl shift his green eyes to her. She didn’t know why but she felt her temperature increase by two degrees. His blonde hair properly combed and set in place shined from the sun he reached out his hand to deliver the flowers to Emily. “My father wishes you well, Ms. Hollander.” Terryl said with a grin.

“I am a bit surprised. I was expecting one of your father’s lawyers to come to me,” Emily in a tone of sarcasm. EdenCorp had been mounting take over bids for the pass few months that put the Madacorp people on edge.

“Well, that is just business. We at EdenCorp have nothing but respect for you and yours…” Terryl replied slyly, “In fact, he wishes to extend an olive branch to work on a joint project with you that I would be willing to discuss.”

“Unfortunately, I do not think this is the time or the place to discuss such matters.” Emily said blankly.

“I see,” Terryl said a little surprised but quickly recovered, “then if you don’t mind may I stay?” he asked politely.

“Knock yourself out…” Emily allowed.

“Then you won’t mind if I take one of these lovely ladies with me?” Terryl asked politely.

“I don’t mind…” Emily said restraining herself.

“My lady, shall we dance?” Terryl turned to Jessi with a wide grin.

“Yes,” Jessi shot out without thinking. Terryl bowed lightly and lead Jessi away by the hand to the dance floor. The music pumped out filling the air. Kyle watched from the corner as Terryl and Jessi disappeared into the crowd of dancing people.

Kyle could hear Foss starting to protest; but, Emily silenced him, “Relax let Jessi have a little fun.” The truth of it was Emily was a bit uneasy with Jessi so close to her. After what Ballantine, the former head of MadaCorp ordered her to put Jessi through she couldn’t blame her. It was a mixed feeling of guilt and fear that made her let Jessi go.

KYLE IM: I could see Jessi smiling. I very rarely saw Jessi happy. I was glad for her but I felt uneasy. There was something about Terryl Kage that made me feel agitated. There was something about him I didn’t like.

TERRYL AND JESSI

JESSI IM: I am not sure why I said yes when Terryl asked me to dance. Dancing was one of the things our abilities couldn’t mimic in a heart beat; but, I had an instinct to do it. There was something about Terryl that excited me; some kind of connection. It was different from what I felt for Kyle but it was something special.

“I have to confess I don’t know how to dance,” Jessi confessed.

“Don’t worry, I’ll lead,” Terryl reassured her.

The dance started with an energetic mix of hip hop, Jessi struggled a little to keep up with Terryl. Jessi’s enhance reaction time and focused control over her body allowed her to do so but she could see Terryl seemed to have years of practice.

“Your too focus,” Terryl said while gracefully controlling his footing and swaying his arms, “you need to cut loose.”

“I don’t want to mess up,” Jessi said worried.

“You won’t,” Terryl reassured her as he pushed her back but held on to her and pulled her back spinning her around and hugging her closely from behind. Jessi felt Terryl’s breath on her neck as he guided her hips with his in rhythm to the beats of the music. His hands lightly traced his hands down her dress. It made Jessi feeled uneasy at first; but an excitement took hold of her. Jessi relaxed and let him lead and let the music and her teacher guide her.

Terryl and Jessi danced for almost an hour. The songs changed from quick and upbeat songs to slower more intimate ones. Terryl and Jessi held each other close and slowly danced with each other.

JESSI IM:I lost track of how many songs we dance with. I had lost track of the time; but, I felt good. I couldn’t understand why. Kyle said dancing was freedom to express yourself; perhaps that was what I was feeling.

11:55 PM

KYLE

“I don’t think he will take the bait.” Kyle whispered to his earpiece as he eyed Terryl and Jessi on the dance floor. A number of young ladies had worked up the courage to ask him to dance; but, he had to turn them down.

“I agree the party is almost over,” Foss concurred, “people are starting to leave.”

Kyle scanned the crowed one last time to be sure; then, he noticed her again. It was a little more than a shadow but he was 95% sure it was Angela Blake. She was moving away from the stage and purposely through the crowds and ducked into the MadaCorp main building.

“I need to check something out.” Kyle informed Foss; as he worked his way through the crowd to follow her.

UNDERNEATH THE PODIUM

It was dark cables ran through for power and the lights. A cylindrical device with cables and circuitry were meshed into the system, a red timer beeping away to the last 5 seconds. Five…four…three…two…one…start.

Above the big flat screen TVs turned from the MadaCorp logo into static and then the Latnok symbol appeared and then in a split second the symbol crack and tore apart. Then words started to appear. GOOD BYE MS. EMILY HOLLANDER. A bright flash.

Kyle

Kyle nearly reached the main entrance when a massive explosion nearly made him loose balance. He looked around and saw the grounds were well lit. A large explosion had turned the parking lot into a great big inferno. The fires so large and bright that it turned nigh into day.

“Foss whats happening?” he whispered into his earpiece.

There was no response. “Foss can you hear me?” there was a static then a loud whistling sound that grew louder and louder and cause so much pain Kyle had to pull out the ear piece. A million thoughts rushed to his head. He scanned the crowd. The people were screaming and yelling. They were in a panic. They were running in all directions. He was searching for Emily Hollander. Kyle could feel his body pumping adrenaline into his system as a response to what was happening. He jumped to his feet. I need to get to Emily Kyle thought.

A/N: You really didn’t think XZ wouldn’t come to the party did you?

I am not a girl not sure if I did the Jessi mental struggle right. I am not even sure if I did the Tessi dance right so please leave a review to see what I can improve as a writer. What did you think of Amanda? She still doesn’t know Kyle’s secret.

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