Life's Second Chance

Reflection

The youngest agent took his place amidst the chorus of confused vocalists, "We were the ones who arranged the truce. Mr. Limburger here had agreed to call off his Vendetta against you three as long as we eliminated Big Brother from the picture. Of course, this also means all pirating of natural resources on Earth would also be stopped.." his piercing gaze darted over to the purple suited character.

Limburger narrowed his gaze, "Just as long as you keep your side of the bargain.."

J countered, "Just as long as there's no conflict in interests.." his voice was venomous.

The Plutarkian couldn't help but furrow his brows in thought, where had he heard such a catch phrase before? It seemed to be nagging at the back of his mind for some odd reason.

"So this is it then..we're finally going home.." Throttle echoed from the background..his ears in complete disbelief of the realization of his words.

~*~

In an empty room did Charlie reside, eyes fixated on a treasured photograph and sighed deeply. It really was happening..The guys..were really leaving..for good this time. A lump formed in her throat. Charlie couldn't help but feel..well..empty.

Back facing the door, she let out a whispered cry as the thought of losing her beloved friends played across her mind's eye. Never before was she as afraid as she was at that instant. Right at this moment in time, her boys, the Biker Mice from Mars were finalizing the last preparations for their departure. Everything they'd been through together over the past few years..now seemed like a fleeting dream.

Heaving deeply, the mechanic couldn't help but remember that day her guys had decided to take Limburger to back to Mars for a trial..How she fully regretted not confessing her true feelings to Vinnie..And how she felt like her world was crumbling down with the fear of never getting the chance of seeing him or any of the guys again.

As of yet, she couldn't see what was worst. Living alone knowing she found love once, her best friend-now her enemy, or being alone without ever knowing any of them at all. With everything running through her exhausted psyche, she could've sworn that she wished she was the one neuralized..But then again..That bitter sweet feeling..that bond..that special bond..She knew couldn't be found with anyone else.

Laying back in her chair, Charlie just stared into space, her eyes seeming to focus on the edge of the room where the wall met the dull blue carpeting-completely oblivious to the door that had opened and closed. Releasing one big sigh, Charlie got startled as she felt warm, strong arms wrap around both her and the back of the chair..A pointy chin resting atop her shoulder.

"Charlie.." came Vinnie's smooth, and quiet lyrics.

Charlie knew what was to come next..As much as she wanted him to stay..she knew she couldn't take him away from his only chance to finally go back home..

It was time..
To say good bye...

Leaning into his touch clapped her hands over his arms and leaned the side of her head against his. Silent words seemed to be spoken, and as both souls seemed to breath in their strong emotions, Charlie just closed her eyes as tears trickled down her cheeks. "Vinnie I.." she began in a steady sad tone.

Vincent flinched at the words that began to roll, and held the girl all the tighter, not wanting her to say anything that would wound his already bleeding heart.

He finally got the courage to tell her what he wanted to tell her all this time. Vinnie manned up and said, "Charlene.." His voice was quiet and full of emotion.
"Come with me.."