Code Lyoko: Revolutions and Evolutions

Chapter 46

AN: I returned from my vacation, and I was ecstatic to see that my story has gained so much traction. I greatly appreciate all of you who have read my work, old and new, even those who just pass by. I thank the Lord for his help with the pacing of this chapter and laying the foundations for things to come. I hope all of you read, enjoy, and review. Thank you so much for your support, and see you next chapter. -Pagliacci-11.

It was half-past six in the morning, and Jacqueline was awake, silently looking at the pale morning light cast upon the ceiling. Jaqueline turned her head and saw Aelita peacefully sleeping in her bed. Jacqueline turned her head back to look at the light upon the ceiling. She turned the various thoughts over in her mind. Maria had sent her a private communication telling her about the team assessment of her activities. When Maria asked what Jacqueline wanted to do about it, Jacqueline replied, "Nothing."

Jacqueline knew her actions would be assessed; indeed, they were being evaluated at that very moment. She knew she couldn't hide from the record, and even considering such action was paramount to betrayal by even those loyal to her. So, it was her choice to stay mute until she was called to speak for her actions. The best part was that much of her actions were very easily explainable, and in terms of even someone as jaded as Yolanda, not much fault could be directly applied to Jacqueline.

Jacqueline got up, and once she gathered her necessary soaps, bathrobe, small towel, and slippers, she headed towards the showers. It was tranquil in the early morning; this was a natural element Jacqueline noticed. However, she equally knew this would change with the gradual influx of children into the school. Jacqueline entered the showers, and she walked patiently into one of the empty stalls, hung up her robe, and gently turned on the water.

After she had thoroughly cleaned herself, Jacqueline dried off, wrapped herself in her robe, and headed back to the dorm room. As she walked back down the hall, Jacqueline saw Sissi coming out of her room. The young girl's eyes caught Jacqueline's, and Jacqueline looked at her in return. Sissi was still nervous; she was not sure just how to approach the person before her.

Jacqueline seeing a form of distress in Sissi's eyes, said, "Do I make you uneasy?"

Sissi's eyes widened, and then she replied, "No, not at all. Sorry, but I'm just not used to seeing you around here."

Jacqueline looked at her curiously and replied, "An odd statement as you saw me a day or so ago when I knocked on your door and asked if you'd like to see a movie."

Sissi nodded, "I'm sorry about that. It's just I see your face, and it—never mind."

"No, it's something." Jacqueline replied, "What is it?"

"You just remind me of someone I knew a while back, that's all," Sissi replied.

"I see. Well, I hope that the reminder is a good one." Jacqueline replied, "I'll see you around, Elisabeth."

"Please, call me Sissi. My father is the only one who calls me Elisabeth."

Jacqueline nodded, "As you wish, Sissi." She then proceeded to head into her room.

As Jacqueline entered, she saw Aelita still peacefully asleep. Jacqueline gently closed the door and then took off her robe and dressed in black shorts, a lavender tank-top, white socks, and navy-blue Calvin Klein shoes. Once Jacqueline was dressed, she looked over Aelita once more and then headed back out into the hall leading towards the cafeteria. Once Jacqueline exited the dorms, Jacqueline looked at the sparseness of the courtyard before her. After weighing a few things mentally, she turned towards the recreation room.