Kim Possible Porn Story: A Real American Hero Chapter 4

Chapter 4: For the Love

For the Love they live

For the Love they die

No higher calling in this life

Theres nothing they cant rise above

Cause its not about the rich

Its not about the poor

Counting the cost and keeping score

They do it for the Love

-For the Love Tracy Lawrence

Ron watched as the truck pulled up to the massive GI Joe Headquarters codenamed the Pit. DRILL SERGEANT! RECRUITE STOPPABLE HAS A QUESTION IN REGARDS TO GI JOE HEADQUARTERS! Ron shouted catching Sgt. Slaughters attention.

What do you want, Mrs. Possible? Slaughter said glancing over his shoulder from the drivers seat.

RECRUIT STOPPABLE WONDERS WHY IT IS CALLED THE PIT, DRILL SARGEANT!

Everyone on the truck expected a blow up and some form of physical torture, but instead the Sergeant nodded his head. They call it the Pit because while the above ground portion is four stories, the actual base is underground in the ten story basement complex. Sgt Slaughter suddenly slammed on his break. STOPPABLE, THIS IS YOUR STOP! He screamed back at the blond headed young man. Be ready for pick up in five days at this exact time. If youre not back by then, Maggot, youre walking back to the House. Understood.

RECRUIT STOPPABLE UNDERSTANDS, DRILL SARGEANT! Ron saluted before jumping out of the truck as it sped on its way.

Ron adjusted his duffle bag and took in his surroundings. He was at what looked like a small dojo not far from the western gates of the headquarters. More Ninja School Booyah he sighed as he walked into the building.

Hello, anyone home? He asked as he walked through the entrance on into the main training room and froze at the sight that greeted him.

His eyes focused on the figure standing at the far end of the room with her back to him. A pair of cargo pants hung loosely around her hips with a dark green tank top hidden partly by her long red hair. KP?

The girl turned and his hope dropped at the sight of a more slender face with recognizably different features and much older. Oh, ya here earlier than we thought, Stoppable right? she asked in a distinct Georgia Peach accent.

Um are you my teacher? Ron asked before realizing his mistake. I-I Mean, RECRUITE STOPPABLE REPORTING FOR DUTY, SIR!

Three points, Sugar, the woman snorted slightly. Ahm off duty so you dont have to call me Sir. Ah dont like being called sir anyway, ah aint got the hardware for that title. She said holding her chin high. Second Ahm not your teacher, Eyes will be here shortly. And Third ah wont tell Eyes or Slaughter bout that lil slip up.

By the by, Darlin, the woman gave a small wink. They call me Scarlett round here.

Ron started to reply when a throwing star buzzed past his ear. he turned quickly and barely was able to duck the leg from a wide kick aimed at his head. He flipped backwards and looked at his attacker dressed in a form fitting black body suit and a full mask and visor that completely covered his body from head to toe and on his back was a long black handled katana. Who are you? Ron asked the ninja as he crouched in front of him before leaping toward him throwing a punch and kick, which Ron struggled to dodge and block.

This went on for several moments before the ninja stopped and leapt back several feet away from him. He stood tall and made several rapid hand movements. Um something wrong with your gloves? Ron asked not dropping his fighting stance.

Eyes said youre not as sloppy as he was expectin, Scarlett said watching the ninjas hand movements. He said hes impressed. She then smiled at the blond. Recruit Stoppable, meet Snake Eyes. Scarlett said with a beaming smile toward the ninja.

Snake Eyes bowed to the young man in response to the redheads words.

RECRUIT STOPPABLE REPORTING FOR DUTY! Ron said with a snap salute.

He said hes mute not def, Scarlett smirked at the hand signs. While we understand ya have certain ways ya must respond and react in yer basic, Scarlett continued translating Snake Eyes hand motions. Ta learn what yave been assigned to learn, ya must learn to keep yaself calm and quiet.

Yes, sir, Ron said in a calmer voice. Snake Eyes nodded his approval before making a few more signs.

Eyes says hes aware of yer earlier special training, wait What? Scarlett narrowed her eyes. Yes ah am aware of confidential and need to know ok, yare damned lucky ya need me to translate for ya. She huffed before turning back to the teen. Sorry bout that, Recruit, Snake Eyes says hes aware of yer special training, and only he, Duke, and Sgt Slaughter are aware of this and yer gifts.

He says he will complete yer training, so that ya may summon and use yer gift on command instead of by necessity. Scarlett translated.

Howre you gonna do that? Ron asked as the ninja drew his sword. Oh boy

—

Ron hit the mat for the he had lost count of the amount of times the masked martial artist had sent him flying on an intercept course with the ground. He made two gasps for breath before he pushed him self back up yet again onto his shaky legs. Snake Eyes studied him a moment before dropping his guard and sheathing his blade. He nodded to the younger man and made a motion with his hand of spooning food into his mouth. Lunch time? He asked and Snake Eyes and Scarlett both nodded, Ron simply looked to the heavens and mouthed a thank you.

Ahve got some fried chicken, coleslaw, and mashed taters, Mamas recipe, Scarlett said and Ron noticed Snake Eyes stiffened sharply and stared at the redheaded woman. Scarlett deflated quickly. Ok, ah didnt cook, aright? Its KFC Snake Eyes visibly relaxed and made a move for a small room off to the side with the smell of fried chicken resonated.

Ron sat down with Scarlett while Snake Eyes prepared a plate and started out of the room. Not eating with us? Ron asked but the masked man didnt make a response as he left.

Hes gotten better at showin his face to others but ah can kinda understand why hes still hiding from ya, Scarlett said taking a bite out of her chicken leg.

What happened? He asked curiously.

Scarlett hesitated a moment. Its actually classified, same with his name and personal info, she said biting her lower lip. But we already talked bout it before ya came and you have the right to know, if anybody

Ah had been a Joe for round a year when ah first met him. He came in with some recruits and made it to officer status. They gave him the codename Snake Eyes, because at the time he was also a compulsive gambler. Scarlett explained playing with her mashed potatoes. He annoyed the heck outta me at first, ah mean, how could such a care free goof make it into GI Joe?

— 8 years ago —

Aright grunts, frontncenter! The 20 year old redhead barked as stepped out onto a martial arts mat. Ahm in the mood for some good ol fashioned sparin, so who wants to get their butt beat by lil ol me? she asked with a bat of her eyelashes, as she adjusted her martial arts uniform.

Heavy Duty dusted his hands and stepped up to the mat, and a second later he rolled back off the mat.

Aright girly, Shipwreck said standing up with his parrot still on his shoulder. I hate to make you feel like a loser but a few seconds later the sailor hit the ground hard. His parrot landed on his head and squawked ACK LOSER!

Gung Ho proved he wasnt as gung ho as he let on, and Dusty stirred up a lot of dust when he missed the mat and hit the solid concrete floor. Anyone else wanna have ago? Scarlett planted her hands on her hips and blew her southern bangs out of her eyes. Cmon, ah aint even breathin hard yet! She then saw the former commando sitting cross-legged in the floor. Snake Eyes, you wanna fight?

Me? the blond looked up with wide blue eyes. And have my butt handed to me? No thanks, a good gambler knows when to play and when to fold. He then flashed a goofy yet charming smile. Course if you really want to start breathing hard, I know of another way to get you there

The recovering guys gasped and stared in awe while Lady Jaye wisely stepped between the girl on the mat and the gambler on the floor.

What? Im just saying, a butch girl like her hasnt really learned the finer ways of stress relief, He shrugged.

Thats it, Lady Jaye narrowed her eyes, and stepped to the side, Scarlett. End him.

Get up here, Eyes, Scarlett snarled taking a few steps back.

Snake Eyes sighed and rolled his dice one last time, and smiled when they came up snake-eyes. Alright, here we go

Ahm gonna knock that smug look right off your what? She blinked when he side stepped her punch. She threw another, then a punch kick combination, and various other combos but Snake Eyes easily dodged. Damn it, stand still and let me hurt you!

Snake Eyes threw some counter strikes and it took everything Scarlett had to block them, and only a few were she able to dodge completely.

A crowd started to form, including Duke, Flint and Hawk. At least until Flint made a retreat with Lady Jaye on his tail ranting on various, anti-male subject matter.

Scarlett watched him take several steps away and could see his eyes darting to the crowd and to her steadily reddening face. She noticed his arm dropped and his steps grew a slight bit sloppy. Regardless she saw the opening and moved in, and Snake Eyes quickly went to the floor, far quicker than she expected. I give, Snake Eyes coughed holding his rib.

She narrowed her eyes as he rolled off the mat. Good match, Scarlett, Snake Eyes smiled as he jumped back to his feet with ease. Maybe someday Ill be good enough to win against you, he said with a broad smile.

She started to follow him but was interrupted by Duke, but she didnt pay hardly any attention to what he was saying. She kept her eyes on the man who quickly disappeared into the crowd.

She tried for weeks to corner him to ask why he threw the fight. She finally got her chance when they were briefed on a mission the next week that would take her, Snake Eyes RocknRoll, and Grunt to the Middle East running recon a possible Cobra threat. Once Duke and Hawk finished the mission briefing she moved quickly and grabbed Snake Eyes by the arm before he could slip past her again.

We need to talk, Eyes, She said dragging him to a secluded hallway. Why did ya throw the fight?

I have no idea what youre talking about, Snake Eyes said but she just pushed him against the wall.

Why did you throw the fight? she said again, this time threw gritted teeth almost losing her accent.

Well, Ive only been a Joe a few weeks, and youve been here a lot longer, Snake Eyes eyes darted looking for an escape route. Youre supposed to beat me.

What? she blinked in confusion.

Youve worked hard to get to where you are, Snake Eyes sighed, Everyone looks up to you, Scarlett, even me. I might not have beaten you but I could have. And I couldnt do that to you in front of everyone.

Now, see here, if ya think ahm some kinda shrieking violet, ya got another thing coming! Scarlett snarled but her anger faced back to confusion when Snake Eyes chuckled.

Scarlett, youre probably the strongest woman Ive ever known, he smiled and took advantage of her confusion to close the distance and press his lips to hers in a quick, but strong kiss. He pulled back as quickly as he moved in and gave a small smile. Alright, go ahead and kill me. I can die happy now.

Ya said ya know how to get me breathin heavy other than fightin, Scarlett said with a straight, emotionless face. She then turned and started off, but with a firm grip on Snake Eyes wrist.

Where are we going? Snake Eyes asked in both fear and confusion.

My Quarters, Scarlett explained, So you can show me.

The following week, Snake Eyes went to his quarters mostly just to change cloths. Finally came the evening before the team would leave for the Recon mission, and Scarlett and Eyes laid in one anothers arms. You think were moving too fast? Snake Eyes asked as the redhead snuggled into his chest.

Aint that supposed to be the girls line, Eyes? Scarlett asked glancing up.

Just saying, Snake Eyes shrugged, but didnt let go of the woman curled up beside him. Duke found out about us faster than I expected.

And? She asked with mild concern.

Said if I hurt you Id have to clean Shipwrecks quarters, Snake Eyes said with a shudder.

Ahd better talk to um after we get back from the mission tomorrow, she said casually planting light kisses on his shoulder. Ah think he fancied me, so ahll have to let him know ahve got me a keeper. She then froze for a second. Ah just realized something.

What? Snake Eyes blinked in concern.

Weve been havin Discovery Channel level sex for a week, She said, and his blank look clearly showed he wasnt following. And we dont know each others names. Ahm pretty sure ya ma and pa didnt name you Snake Eyes.

Your name isnt Scarlett? he blinked actually surprised.

No its not, She said sitting up, wrapping the bed sheet across her chest. My name is Shana.

Shana? he said with a playful smile.

Are ya laughin at mah name? she asked her eyes flaring angrily.

No, I like it, He said reaching up to brush her loose hair back behind her ear. It suits you.

Thank you She said with her cheeks coloring pink. So and you are?

He sighed slightly before leaning forward to whisper his name into her ear. Her eyes widened and she looked at him with a disbelieving look. Yer kidding, right?

Its a family tradition to name with that theme unfortunately, Snake Eyes sighed, My little brother, hes ten this week, is not much better off. Luckily he has a best friend. Shes a spitfire like you so she should take care of him.

No offence baby, but is it ok ah just keep calling ya Eyes for now? Scarlett said with a hint of embarrassment in her voice.

Thats fine, or you can call me that other name, He said as he lay back down on the bed.

What, baby? She asked with a mischievous smile crossing her face. Dont tell me ya one of those types huh?

And what if I am? He asked as she eased on top of him to look down on him.

Looks like ya rolled snake eyes again, cause ah just might like that type.

—

The next morning the mission began and quickly escalated from simple recon to a full out rescue mission. Cobra had taken several hostages and threatened their lives. Brilliant scientist Dr George Strawhacker and his assistant Dr J.T. Possible were among those whose lives were being threatened. Scarlett noticed Snake Eyes seemed especially eager to save the two scientists, and when she questioned him on route to the Middle East, he explained Dr Strawhacker was an old friend of his mothers. When she asked about Dr Possible, he said it was also a personal piece of business.

Ya know, staring out the window wont get us there any faster, Scarlett pointed out as she guided the controls of the chopper. Snake Eyes glanced to her with a raised eyebrow before looking forward again. Ya know ya can always talk to me if ya need to, right? She said reaching over with her free hand to squeeze his. Ah know ya got some friends in trouble, but well get um like we always do. Right? she said before smiling. Yo Joe?

Yo Joe, Snake Eyes returned her smile before both of their eyes widened as an alert began beeping rapidly.

Shit, missiles, Scarlett cursed as she hit the throttle.

Dodge them! Snake Eyes barked as he fastened his safety harness.

Ya think? No! I was planning on playin chicken with the gosh-darned heat seekers! She said making the chopper twist and turn to try to dodge the in coming missiles.

Theyre coming around! Theyre coming around! Snake Eyes yelped as he looked watched for the missiles.

STOP SIDE SEAT DRIVING! Scarlett snapped before pulling a hard bank.

All four passengers yelped when a missile collided with the rear of the chopper sending it almost out of control. WERE HIT! Scarlett yelped before yelling into her headset mike. Recon One to U.S.S. FLAGG, Recon One to U.S.S. FLAGG, Mayday, Mayday, were going down! she said before glancing back at RocknRoll and Grunt. Abandon chopper!

The two in the back said nothing as they quickly fastened their parachutes and carefully jumped from the barely stable chopper. Snake Eyes, yer next, Scarlett barked as she struggled to control the burning helicopter.

What? He half shrieked.

Dont be dumb, She barked, Get a chute and get the hell off this death trap!

What about you? He asked not making a move.

This things out of control, ya dont need it landing on top of yaall, She said gritting her teeth as she gripped the jerking stick.

Im not leaving this thing without you! Snake Eyes said with pure determination in his eyes.

Its you or me and ah chose you, she said matching his glare.

And what if I dont agree, he snapped back.

Ahm in the pilot seat, ya dont get no say! She returned just as hotly.

Fine well go down together, He said sitting back hard in the copilot seat.

Ya goddamn baby! Fine well go together, She said fixing her crossbow to hold the stick still.

Even your thick skull can see reason sometimes, Snake Eyes said as the two carefully climbed to the back.

They quickly put on their parachutes and she smiled and nodded to him. Get the door, Eyes, she said, and he carefully made sure the door was open.

Ok you first, he said turning back to her only to have her fist crash into his jaw. The impact sent him stumbling out of the chopper.

I love you, She whispered before moving back to the pilot seat.

She continued to struggle with the controls till the out of control chopper slammed into the sand. Scarlett didnt even realize she was knocked out until she was being stirred back awake by a frantic Snake Eyes who was struggling with his field knife to cut the straps holding her into her seat. Hang on, Shana, Im getting you out, He said as he finally cut through the thick leather of one of the four straps.

Snake Eyes started on her other shoulder strap when he heard some popping and cracking. He glanced up and saw the fire had moved to the pilots side window. And he had a choice. He save himself or

He quickly slit the rest of the strap and looked her right in the eye. I love you, Shana, he said before he shoved her down and covered her with as much of his body as he could as the window exploded in burning shards of broken glass.

Scarlett was still dazed but she was slowly regaining herself, Eyes are you ok? but all she got in response was a gurgling sound as she was quickly lifted into a cradle and carried out of the burning chopper.

She felt him stumble and they both fell into the sand. Eyes! She heard the others calling and she rolled over and when she saw him she vaguely heard a woman screaming. It stunned her even more when she recognized the terrified sound as her own voice.

She watched in horrified interest as RocknRoll and Grunt went to work with the first aid kits and Doc on their radio. We have to get you back home, Eyes, Youre in bad shape

The injured man lying in the sand simply shook his head. He reached for the sand and with a trembling hand wrote out Finish the fight.

They wrapped his wounded head and neck and he reached carefully helped to his feet. Are you sure RocknRoll asked and Snake Eyes nodded in reply.

Snake Eyes just glanced at the still panicking Scarlett and tried to mask the pain in his eyes. It didnt work as well as he hoped

—

The Mission proved to be a success with all the hostages thankful to the bandage-faced commando. But they didnt get a chance to give their thanks, as he was immediately rushed back to the United Kingdom to meet Doc and a GI Joe med crew halfway.

RocknRoll and Grunt had already left to return to the Pit, while Scarlett sat, still in her battle gear, alone in a large OR waiting room.

Scarlett? Her head snapped up and her blood shot eyes locked with Docs as she stood to her feet.

How is he? She asked, unable to control the tremble in her voice.

Weve done all we can for him for the time, Doc sighed, not able to hold eye contact.

She stood frozen still staring at him, barely making herself nod for him to continue. His facial injuries are the most extensive Ive ever seen. Im surprised he was able to stay sane enough to complete the mission with the pain he was obviously in.

Itll take years of plastic surgery to truly repair the damage that was done cosmetically, and even then theres no way to remove all the scars, but hes going to be ok. He said noticing the woman before him beginning to tremble. Why dont we get you a cot and let you get some real rest and well continue talking about our friend later?

What else? Scarlett croaked with a sniffle.

This can wait till youre more Doc was slammed against the wall, with two small fists clinching his scrubs collar.

What. Else? she hissed with tear-filled, narrowed eyes.

Some jagged glass cut deep into his neck and throat Doc sighed, Luckily it missed the jugular vain

He couldnt hold eye contact as he dropped the last bombshell for the evening. His vocal cords were damaged irreversibly Hell likely never speak again.

Scarlett stumbled back several steps as she glanced around the empty waiting room. His kid brother, gonna be ten this week, she said her eyes glazing slightly. He said he wanted to call he was going to say happy birthday said he does every year he cant be there his family talk they need to talk they need to know about she stammered, her dilated eyes looking everywhere at once as the room began to spin.

Scarlett Scarlett, Doc said as he approached the shaking redhead, Shana listen to my voice. Take some deep breaths. Focus. Doc instructed as he placed his hands on her shaking shoulder.

His family will be reported that he was KIA, Doc sighed, which caused her to freeze completely and her eyes regained focus completely on him.

Excuse me? She asked in a low, dangerous voice.

It was his request, Doc said, and her eyes flared with rage.

Where is he? She growled.

Hes resting comfortably in the recovery room, Doc said in a calming tone that was having no affect what-so-ever.

Excuse me, Scarlett said moving around him stomping out of the waiting room.

Scarlett! He shouldnt be disturbed! Doc called after her.

Ah wont disturb him, Scarlett said glancing back at him over her shoulder. If he wants to be killed in action; ahll help him along with that.

She stormed into the recovery room and headed toward the only bed in use. Now see here ya big idiot, ah want to know she drifted off when she saw him laying there shirtless with his neck and face completely bandaged, with only his weak blue eyes visible through holes in the masking. ah ah want to know why ya want to be listed as KIA? She asked fighting to keep her resolve.

He made some slight gurgling sounds before dropping his head and punching his mattress. Hey, hey, rest your throat, Scarlett said as she came up to his side and took his hand in both of hers. Doc said ya cant talk right now, but but yall heal and be able talk in no time fast She said with a forced smile.

Snake Eyes glanced at her, before reaching for a note pad and pen. He quickly scribbled out the words You suck at lying, Shana.

Why are you asking to be placed as KIA? She asked again, taking his free hand into her own. What about your family?

His response on paper was a short Cant face them.

They already knew you were a soldier right? Scarlett said shaking her head slightly. They should at least be somewhat prepared for something like this

No they dont

What? Scarlett half squeaked in surprise and confusion.

Family thinks Im a janitor for a military base dont know I was ever a commando or in GI Joe

What ever gave them that idea? Scarlett asked with wide eyes.

Because I just told them I clean up messes and let them make their own conclusions

Scarlett closed her eyes and groaned. Ya shouldnt have tried to save me, Scarlett said her voice breaking slightly. Its all mah fault, DJ ahm ahm so so sorry

Snake Eyes shook his head, before writing out DJ?

Felt more appropriate after ah screwed ya life up Scarlett said casting her eyes to her lap.

He quickly scribbled something out and handed to her. She narrowed her eyes as she read his words out loud. I dont remember you helping my parents ship me to Camp Wannaweep when I was a child. Scarlett couldnt fight back the smile. Damn it, its meh fault yer all torn up, Eyes, stop tryin to cheer me up!

He wrote out a quick response. I am what I is.

Ah I love you too, She said suddenly causing him to glance to her questioningly. I love you too Ah heard ya just before ya got hurt and ah love ya too

He squeezed her hand before scribbling out sleepy.

Tha pain killers probably, She said lifting his hand to kiss it softly. Go on to sleep, Eyes, ahll be here when ya wake up. She said as she got comfortable in her chair and thought she was following him to sleep.

She woke up sometime later and glanced at the clock to see that she had been asleep for four hours. But a cold chill ran down her spine when she saw the hospital bed empty and the gown neatly folded with a note on top of it. The note had three simple words wrote out. Forget About Me.

She read it again and again in shaking hands. And for the first time since her mother died when she was a little girl, Shana OHara cried.

— 4 Years later (4 years ago) —

Scarlett cursed herself as she hung with her arms tightly held above her head and her legs restrained to the wall with chains. It was a trap and she led her unit right into it.

Are you comfortable, my dear? Zartan asked as he opened the cells heavy metal door.

Why dont ya go screw yaself, Scarlett spat with a defiant glare. That is if ya sister isnt available.

The taste of copper filled her mouth as Zartan closed the distance and backhanded her hard across the face. You are a feisty one, arent you? He asked as he stepped away again.

He snapped his fingers and his Dreadnoks thugs began leading her captured comrades in chains before forcing them to kneel around Scarlett. She narrowed her eyes as she studied Zartan and his biker thugs. Youre rather high on the chain of command in GI Joe arent you, Scarlett? Zartan asked with amusement in his tone.

You demand respect, I can tell, Zartan said as the Dreadnoks began to close in. But I wonder have any of your men had the courage to see the tamable woman underneath?

A wave of fear washed over her as the thugs began eyeing her armor-clad body. Enjoy yourselves boys, and especially you my dear, do try to enjoy yourself he said as he walked out closing the heavy door behind him.

GET YOUR FILTHY PAWS OFF HER! Roadblock bellowed as he struggled against his chains.

What ya gonna do, Joe? a thug said as he pulled a large knife and grabbed Scarletts collar and began cutting open the fabric of the armor down the middle. I feel like a little kid opening his Christmas present he said none of them noticed a pair of Dreadnoks near the shadowy walls being jerked into the darkness.

Scarlett closed her eyes tight and looked away from the shame of the act as well as the smell of the thugs breath. Oh freckles He said as the knife cut down to her navel. Im sure this things hot, baby, let me help you air out

Before the thug could rip open the thick armor, he fell hard into her. What the he spat as he spun around but froze when he looked down a double edged katana. Easy now

He followed the blade to a ninja in a full black body suit with a full mask and visor that hid his body completely. The suit was so dark it was hard to determine where the ninja ended and the shadows began. If you want a turn at this babe, youre gonna have to wait your turn, Storm Shadow. And why are you in black?

Um you are Storm Shadow arent you? he asked but when the blade poked his skin he realized he was wrong.

What are you gonna do pajama boy? another Dreadnok asked as the group of thugs gathered around the ninja. One of you, bunch of us.

The ninja lifted his free hand and jingled a key ring as the other GI Joes rose to their feet and rubbed their sore wrists. The Dreadnoks backed down quickly as the one at the ninjas blade turned a shade white. The ninja tilted his head curiously. I give the Ninja shook his head no. He yelped when the Ninja spun downward with his blade slicing through his belt, zipper and underwear.

His pants and boxers fell to the ground in shreds. It took him a moment to run to the corner of the cell hiding himself along with the other frightened thugs.

Not so big now are ya? Dusty asked dusting his hands together.

Scarlett studied the ninja as he approached her, and in a flash brought his sword through the chains above her head and at her feet. Thanks she said self-consciously holding her damaged armor together.

Who are you? She asked the ninja as he continued to silently stare at her.

He reached for his belt and opened a small pouch. He sheathed his sword and took her hand in his own before placing two objects in her hand. She looked at him curiously and then down at the items. Why did he just give her a pair of dice? She said studying them noticing that they had 2 dots showing up; snake eyes. Snake Eyes?

As soon as the name reached the ears of the other Joes They all took a step away from the scene and the redhead who was still processing the situation.

Snake Eyes Snake Eyes? She asked as her glazed eyes began to clear as she stared up into the masked face. BASTARD! She screamed as she surprised him with a knee to the groin. She was only mildly surprised that he thought ahead enough to wear a cup.

Can we have a happy reunion later? Were still in the middle of a Cobra Stronghold Roadblock spoke up as he bravely stepped between Scarlett and Snake Eyes.

Whatever, Scarlett snapped before shoving her finger into the ninjas chest. Ya got a damn lot of ass kissin to do to get back in my good graces, pal, she spat before she stomped up to one of the Dreadnoks, kicked him in the head and stole his gun before leading the way out.

— Present Day —

So, what happened after that? Ron asked as he took a bite of mashed potatoes.

He did a damn lot of ass kissin, Scarlett smiled softly. The roses and candy didnt hurt none either.

So whats his real name? You skipped that part, Ron asked, but before she could answer Snake Eyes returned and signaled break was over.

Scarlett smiled as she watched Snake Eyes and Ron intensely train. Both were giving it their all in this, she could tell.

Shed spent the last few years learning to communicate with her lover in ways other than spoken words. Sign Language was just the easiest for verbal communication, but as she watched him training with this recruit she could see he was enjoying milking up every second of lost opportunity he could with the younger soldier.

The training went on for hours before Snake Eyes called it for the evening and motioned for Scarlett to show him to where hed be sleeping for the remainder of the week.

Before ya go to sleep, this Snake Eyes and I decided to do ya a favor, she said when Ron and the redhead arrived at the small room with a roll out futon bed.

Huh? Ron asked exhausted from his day.

Heres meh cell, call ya lady back home. But dont talk too long; ah dont got free nights and weekends. She said handing him a flip phone. Its been great meetin ya at last, Ron. I look forward to working with ya when ya finish ya trainin. She said saluting, which Ron returned crisply.

Good night, Scarlett, Ron said as Scarlett left the room and closed the door behind her.

He stared at the little plastic item in his hand for several moments before he opened it and dialed a number he knew by heart.

—

The phone rang several times before Ron heard a familiar voice pick up. Hello, Possible Residence, he heard the matriarch of the familys voice respond in the same friendly tone he had grown accustomed to.

Hey, Mrs. Dr. P! He responded not even trying to fight the smile on his face.

Who is she hesitated for a moment before he heard a gasp. RONALD?

The one and only Ron-man speaking, he grinned as the woman began rambling.

Id love to talk to you more, Mrs. Dr. P, but Im kind of on a time limit. Is KP around? he asked and had to move the phone away from his ear when he heard her scream at the top of her lungs KIMBERLY ANNE!!

He could hear her speaking to Kim as she apparently was holding out the phone to her. This call is for you, sweetheart, Im not sure who it is.

Um hello? he heard the most beautiful voice he could possibly ever imagine.

Hey, KP, he said simply and then there was silence.

He yet again had to move the phone from his ear as a high pitch squeal echoed through the receiver. OHMIGOD RON! ISTHATREALLYYOUIMISSEDYOUAREYOUOKAREYOUEATINGOKYOUHAVENTBEENHURTHAVEYOUITSSOGOODTOHEARYOURVOICE! Kim rambled in a single breath.

Hold on, Im going to my room, Kim said calming down slightly, Dont hang up, it wont take me a second, so just dont hang up. Dont hang up.

He could hear her bare feet pounding the hard floor and stairs as she scurried up to her loft bedroom. Ok, Ron? Are you still there? Ron? Ron? She asked in a near frantic tone.

Im here, KP, Ron laughed softly as he listened to her gasp slightly when she threw herself to her bed.

Did you get my last letter with my little gifts?

I cant believe you actually did that, Ron shook his head in response.

The one with the miniskirt and your old dress shirt with all the buttons missing was my favorite, he could hear the smile in her voice. You could see my freckles.

I agree, that was nice, and lets hope the internet doesnt find those pictures, Ron laughed, Though I would say if your law degree thing doesnt work out, modeling would definitely be a good choice to travel in, KP.

Training going ok? Kim asked softly.

Officially, going great, personally I think theyre trying to kill me, Ron sighed, My Drill Instructor is a raving psychopath with muscle that makes Arnold in his heyday look like me and a personality that makes Barkin look friendly. He shuddered at the thought of going back to the Slaughter House at weeks end. But right now they have me training with a martial artist and hes actually really cool.

Youll make it, Ron, Im behind you every step of the way, Kim said without a hint of doubt in her voice. Just like youve always been for me.

So are you, The Tweebs, and the Doctors P coming with my folks and Hana to my graduation in a few months? Ron asked with a hint of fear in his voice.

Ha, if I have to bring my super suit and break in, Ill be there, Kim said, and Ron could tell by the tone of her voice she meant every word.

Hows college prepping going? Ron changed the subject before she got any ideas of early visitation.

Not planning on it for a year, Kim replied and that took Ron by surprise.

What?

I am getting ready to take some pre-req classes, but just a few, Kim explained, Im spending most of my time this year training Jim and Tim to carry on our work. She chuckled lightly. Just because our lives have gone on; Ron, doesnt mean the hits have stopped coming.

I figured as much I really do miss you KP I cant wait to see you again at graduation.

Kim was quiet for a moment, and he thought he heard a faint sniffling. Wanna know a secret, Ron? She asked softly.

Whats that? Ron asked as he too laid down on his rough futon.

Im already there, she whispered softly and lovingly. Dont make a sound. Im the beat in your heart. Im the moonlight shinning down. Im the whisper in the wind. And Ill be there till the end.

I love that song, Ron replied affectionately.

True words though, Kim whispered with a similar tone. I better let you go so you can rest goodnight Ron I love you.

Love you too, KP, goodnight, He said trying to fight back his own tears.

Ron? She said just as he was about to hang up.

Yeah?

Yo Joe. Kim whispered before she ended the call.

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The Following Morning Ron was up before the sun and arrived in the dojo as instructed. Scarlett not joining us? Ron asked the Ninja Master who stood in the center of the Dojo with his arms crossed.

He motioned to the GI Joe symbol on his uniform, and Ron understood that he meant she wasnt off duty today. So I guess were just going to go rounds all day again today? Snake Eyes shook his head no. Then what are we going to do?

He heard the sound of something rushing through the air and spun around to catch a foot aimed at his face. He spun it around and blocked several punches and another kick before flipping back. What is it with the surprise attacks? he asked studying his opponent. It was another ninja, this time in a red gi with GI Joe printed across the legs and a black dragon traveling across the ninjas chest. Judging by the curves in the uniform this one was a woman and there was something familiar about her fighting stance.

The Ninja stood to her full height and nodded at him. Youve improved Stoppable-san. Master Sensei and Possible-san would be most proud.

Ron almost stumbled to the floor. Yori?! He gasped as the ninja removed her mask to reveal the face of his old friend.

Of course, Stoppable-San, it will be your honor to train with me. She said retaking her fighting stance. And you may call me by my codename: Jinx.

To Be Continued

A/N extra long chapter for the wait! Also I wanted to point out some parts in this that are inspired by true stories. In Snake Eyes origin, when he said he led his family to believe he did something less dangerous than what he was actually doing, that was based on my Uncle. While serving in Vietnam my Uncle wrote home and told his parents and my mother that he worked on a helicopter. And He let them believe that he was a mechanic. It wasnt until he returned home from the war did he tell them that he was actually a GUNNER on a chopper.

The photos including the one Kim described in this chapter are based on some shots by buddy Tim, who is now a full fledged Marine, received by his then girlfriend, now wife. And also a few weeks before his graduation he got the opportunity to call home for a few moments and she sang the chorus of the Lonestar song Im Already There like Kim did for Ron in this chapter to him.

And finally Majority of Snake Eyes origin was taken from the Devils Due declassified retelling of his origin, modified to fit into my evil, evil lil plot.

That is all for now Salute YO JOE!