The Alternate Ending - A Johnny Silverhand X Valerie Romance.

Chapter 1

You are the V in the picture for now.

At first, you feared him. You didn't expect to see him, stood there, staring at you, whilst you slept. You were unaware of your malfunction that was slowly taking over your body. Once you were getting used to him being around whenever he wanted to be, you hated his guts. You wanted him gone, but you knew he couldn't. After a while, you started communicating more, finding the interests you had in common. You worked together as a team, he would let you know about any enemies that were not in your line of sight, you would pick them off, stealthily, until you get caught. Eventually, you became best friends, he would never replace Jackie, he told you that. He took control with permission. Although there was one time he had to take control without permission to save you from being flatlined. You were, technically, having a seizure, the relic causing malfunctions which caused you so much pain that was so intense, you wanted to off yourself to end it. At the same time, you didn't because you know it would also kill Johnny. You were so happy at the end, Johnny got his own body, you did the impossible and survived the situation, even though Vik said you only had about a week to live before your memories and thoughts were merged with his. You did something that even Johnny didn't think was possible. He was willing to be wiped off the face of the earth to save you and your body. 

You spent pretty much every day together, doing things in your own bodies. You were still helping out fixers, saving people, sabotaging the enemies, stealing things, just the general biz that payers don't want to do themselves. You were okay with it though, you had nothing else to do. 

You and Johnny had just finished another job, successfully, except you may have gotten a little injured after being shot on the shoulder blade. Johnny called Delamin, so he could help you with treatment as you were on your way to Vik's.

"You know, you didn't have to get Delamin to drive, we could've just used our vehicles." You started.

"V, there's no way I'm letting you ride a motorcycle with an injury like that. You wouldn't even be able to stay on the bike for 5 seconds." Johnny replied, authority in his voice.

"Wanna test that theory?"

"I'll pass."

Delamin added, "It is not advisory for you to drive any vehicle with such injury, as it could cause further damage to your system, resulting in death."

"See?" Johnny said, pridefully, "I wouldn't even let you drive when you had those moments when I was trapped inside of that relic."

"That wouldn't have happened if Dex remained loyal and didn't shoot me in the fuckin' head!" 

"Think about it now though. You were shot, killed. I brought you back to life, even though in the end, I was fated to kill you again, taking over your body. During the experience, we became closer, I gave you life lessons, advice on what to do. You did with me. We became best buds, I saved your life when you almost got flatlined. Then we ended up surviving, both of us, with our bodies, separated. Best outcome."

"You didn't mention the fact that I got you to give up smoking."

"I don't think I had a choice, V. You refused to smoke when I asked, so I just stopped because I knew you would say no each time."

"I saw you smoking when you appeared."

"They weren't the real things, just the ones I had in my pocket when I died, they stuck with me."

"Mhm."

"We will be arriving shortly, to your destination, Misty's Esoterica. Please let us know about your experience. All positive feedback will be greatly appreciated." Delamin interrupted. 

"Thanks, Delamin." 

"If you wish, I will inform Viktor Vektor of your appearance and injuries."

"No, no that's fine. I didn't get shot in the leg, I can walk." 

"That would be great, Del."

"Very well... I have informed Viktor Vektor, he will be at the location shortly."

The rest of the ride was silent. Nobody said anything. You looked out of the window, to see Vik and Misty, waiting for you. You sighed and looked at Johnny. 

"What?"

"Why did you do that? I said I can walk. I don't need babysitting every time I get shot, Johnny!" You raised you voice slightly. You were pissed because you knew Vik would tell you to take it easy, and Misty would be constantly asking how you are. You don't need all of this, you just needed a nap, then you will be back on you feet in no time. 

Just as Johnny was about the reply, the ride came to a stop. As he was about to speak again, you opened the door and got out of the car, slamming it behind you. Johnny got out, shutting the door behind him, and just watched you have your hissy fit. You were stomping around, mumbling nonsense under your breath. Vik walked up to you.

"Another fixer job, V?" he asked, already knowing the answer.

"What do you fuckin' think?" You replied, quite harshly. He knew it wasn't aimed at him, so he took no notice. He's seen you have your moments. Hurt, shock, anger.. pretty much every emotion. Vik knew you were pissed off at Johnny, and most of the time, if not, all of the time, you end up taking it out on someone else. "V, come down, I'll get the wound fixed up, before it gets infected and damages your system." 

You sighed, still pissed off. You looked at Johnny, gave him an annoyed look and started walking to Misty's. Johnny started following, so you turned around, "Go home, Johnny. I'll be there later." 

"Really? You think you're gonna get rid of me like that? I helped you get out of that situation, V! Why do you always get pissed when I help you out?!"

You turned around so abruptly, you startled Misty and Vik a little. "I don't need your help! I never did. Just go home, I don't want to deal with you right now." You didn't let Johnny reply, you just started walking down to Vik's. Vik followed her, whilst Misty stayed behind and talked to Johnny. "Sorry, she's always been like this. It's not you, she does it because she's either hurting mentally or physically. Whoever is around, she takes it out on them. We just know that she's not mad at us, she's just stressed about the situation. Once she's out of the pain, she'll apologize to you."

Johnny listened to her every word. "You should've been best friends with her. You know her more than I do."

"Then, get to know her. Ask about things you don't know about. Then in return, tell her things she doesn't know about you. And besides, you were with her 24/7, for roughly over a week. She's never spent that much time with anyone for a really long time... The only person she's spent pretty much everyday with... is Jackie... before, you know..."

"Doesn't she have all those other buddies. Judy, Panam, and River? Not forgetting those fixer friends?" 

"She hardly spends time with them unless it's for business. She will go out for drinks with them every so often, but that's pretty much it. And I don't really know much about the fixers, maybe that's a question you can ask her yourself."

There was a short moment of silence before Misty spoke up again. "I better get going back to my shop, I've left it unattended for quite a while. See you around, Johnny." She waved, smiling back at him before leaving.

Johnny stood there for a little bit longer, before coming up with an idea, and heading back to their apartment.