"Fighting is my type of talking because if they lose, they'll shut the hell up."

==============

Brooks's P. O. V

We got home at 9:00 PM and an almost midnight in Inkopolis Plaza looks like the city has run out of electricity, It was sooo darn dark that we got lost because we didn't have good vision in the dark, but we got back to our apartment and slept right after we arrived...

7:00 AM in the morning...

Ring, ring... The alarm went off on my ear so...

Brooks: Huh? *half asleep* already 7? Ugh, *turns off the alarm* *starts yawning* Good morning world... *gets off from the bed*

In the living room...

Cross's P. O. V

I started making coffee for our long trip today, I don't know Brooks knows about this surprise trip for today... I better take a look a Nikki.

At Nikki's door.

Cross: Nikki? Are you in there right now? *knocks*

Nikki: *in a low voice*Uh-huh... I'm awake now Cross...

Cross: You just woke up? Come on get showered quickly we are going out early.

Nikki: I see. *still in a low voice* Just wait a little bit, and make coffee for me, please?

Cross: Yeah sure. *goes back to the kitchen*

Then Brooks opened his door, seems he woke up early...

Brooks: Good morning you guys... *drowsy*

Cross: Oh, hey Brooks, good morning to you too.

Brooks: What's for our breakfast? And, anything planned for today?

Yep, he still doesn't know what the hell is going on yesterday in the news, well, he was sleeping so...

Cross: Uh, I made an early lunch for us.

Brooks: Huh? *not drowsy anymore* Why? Is something happening today?

Cross: Uh, yeah, while you were sleeping yesterday, I saw the news about "Suspicious Creatures At Turf War".

Brooks: What? soo... We are going to our agency? Am I right?

Cross: Yep, pretty much... And we have to go early because I already contacted our guys to have an appointment.

Brooks: Oh crap, bro, what's for early lunch?

Then...

Brooks's P. O. V

We saw Nikki walked out of her room dressed up really formal, It looked good on her, Ugh! Why am I thinking like this?

Brooks: Nikki. Why are you already dressed while we just eating our lunch? And are you joining us?

Nikki: Yeah, Cross said I should join you two, and what do you mean by early lunch?

Cross: I told you we are going early today right?

Nikki: Okay, what's for lunch today?

Cross: Uh, l cooked a "Sea Tornado". A mixture of all kinds of sea meat...

A-kun: Gee, that's a terrible name.

Brooks: That sounds good for an early lunch, let's eat you guys!

We ate our early lunch, (apparently) then I got to my room.

Brooks: Now, let's just shower for a sec. *gets into the bathroom*

30 minutes later...

Brooks: *gets out of the bathroom* Woo! I feel so refreshed right now, time to get dressed up.

Nikki: *knocks* Brooks? Are you finished yet? I and Cross are done... *speaks through the door*

Brooks: Yeah sorry. Let me do this quick okay?

Nikki: Okay! We'll wait a bit more!

Brooks: Okay! Now, what do I wear?

I picked a green tee and a black jacket, so I looked like a hip guy trying to join a dance troupe. My look is gonna Krak-en my confidence. (A-kun: Hah! Gotchu Boi!) And I wore black and dark green sneakers to match with the look I have and I wore a dark red mask for, of course, disguise.

Brooks: *gets out from his room* So, do I look at least fresh in this?

Cross: Good enough. I guess...

Nikki: Good! Let's go then!

We got out of our apartment, locked the gates, a started walking to Inkopolis Plaza and while we are getting there, I decided to have a little chit-chat with those 2.

Brooks: So Cross, why are we going to our agency?

Luckily for us, the place was completely silent, no Inklings live here because of how scary it can be here, so we can talk without someone eavesdropping on us.

Cross: Well, we need to get more disguise clothes and more clothes in general.

Brooks: And Cross don't tell them I'm an Agent of Squidbeak, please?

Cross: Yeah, yeah sure whatever you say... And Nikki.

Nikki: What Cross?

Cross: How much left for that payment?

Nikki: 20,000 More, we are getting there.

Brooks: Great! *sees the exit* I see it now, let's get to the bus...

Nikki: You say things early, we are not at the bus stop yet.

Brooks: Just my habit, I guess...

Cross: Don't worry Nikki.

We got out of that walkway and Cross asked me...

Cross: Bro, why did you brought a really big bag? I only have a medium size bad for my clothes only.

Brooks: I dunno, I just wanted to.

A-kun: The truth is, he brought some weapons for "safety".

Nikki: Don't worry about it, I think you want more clothes than usual right Brooks?

Brooks: Yeah. I see the bus stop. Let's get going now...

Nikki's P. O. V

We were waiting for a bus in the bus station, while I was there I was thinking about something, I know this is not gonna end well for me because I'm not related to their "Organization". But I had to ask something.

Nikki: Cross, what is the name of your so-called "Agency"?

Cross: Okay, I'll tell it to you but don't even try to tell my co-workers this alright? It's confidential.

Nikki: Just tell me already.

Cross: It's called F. A. O.

Nikki: Wait, say that again. *confused*

Cross: It means "Federal Agents Organization". It 's a pretty big agency... But not noticed enough by the Inklings.

Nikki: Then how did they found you, humans?

Cross: Well they found me first, then I found Brooks.

Nikki: Was he alive when you found him?

Cross: No, he was laying on the floor unconscious, good thing I immediately brought him to our agency, It was a miracle he was still alive after that.

Nikki: And then?

Cross: Why are you asking about Brooks's personal information? You like him, don't you? I don't blame you he's a cool guy.

Nikki: N-no! I just don't know you two enough yet!

A-kun: Tsun much Nikki? (2020 A-kun: Assuming much A-kun?)

Brooks: Hey! The bus is here. Let's go!

Cross: Shh... Silent Brooks, we might get noticed, we don't want that right now...

Brooks: Now you're the guy who has no sense of enthusiasm.

Cross: But you're screaming, you're not a child now aren't you?

Brooks: Ugh, whatever let's just get to Rainer City.

2020 A-kun: Keeping Brooks on a leash here huh...

Me, Cross and Brooks went into the bus and sat at the back, so we wouldn't get noticed that easily.

Brooks's P. O. V

Oh boy... I'm going back to F. A. O again, as soon I get into the building, I'm expecting a "Hey, did you make more missions?" That is so frustrating to hear, especially when they are lucky to stay in that building doing nothing while we do all the work. I should stop whining I'm just getting new clothes that is it.

Nikki: Hey Brooks.

Brooks: Huh? What is it now?

Nikki: Can you two tuck your hoodies for extra stealth?

Brooks & Cross: Yeah sure. *tucks the hoods over their heads*

For some reason Nikki made us tuck our hoodies for extra "stealth" apparently.

Bus Conductor: Uh, miss where are you going for today?

Nikki: To Rainer City.

Bus Conductor: Are you paying solo or these two people beside you will join?

Nikki: They join with me.

Bus Conductor: Sooo, the pay is 1300 Coins.

Brooks: *surprised* ... (What kind of deal is that? We are just three individuals on this bus right now.)

Nikki: Okay, here's the pay. *hands the money*

Bus Conductor: Okay miss, thank you for riding with us today!

Nikki: No problem.

He finally leaves then I asked Nikki.

Brooks: Nikki, why the hell did you pay that?

Nikki: Why?

Brooks: That was too expensive for a fare for Rainer City alone.

Nikki: I can't really do anything about it.

Brooks: You know what.

Nikki: What?

Brooks: Cross, bro wake up. *tugs Cross*

Cross: Uh, what? Why bro?

Brooks: Can you give me 600 coins?

Cross: What for Brooks? Don't even dare to scam me right now...

Brooks: Just do it. We need Nikki for our fare. We can't be always be treated in everything.

Cross: Whatever, I believe you, here. *gives 600 to Brooks* *falls asleep again*

Brooks: Thanks. Now, my turn *grabs his wallet*

Nikki: Hey, what are you doing?

Brooks: Just don't worry about it. *gets his 600 coins* Here! Our payment for you. *smiles*

Nikki: Wha? Nonononononono, don't give that thank you.

Brooks: Stop being so humble just get it. You always treat us with food so it's our turn.

Nikki: Fine then, Brooks.

Brooks: What?

Nikki: Can I sleep on your lap? Just, I'm tired... *in a low tone*

Brooks: Okay. Sure thing Nikki.

Nikki: Yay! Thanks! *lays her head in Brooks lap*

Brooks: Aww boi, here we go again... *gets his phone and plays with it* *checks the time* Oh, it's 8:45 AM right now. That's way too early.

2 hours of bus ride later...

Speaker: Good morning squids and we are arriving at Rainer City so please get ready to step off the bus, thank you. *repeats*

Brooks: Hey, Cross. *slaps Cross in da face*
And you too Nikki*tugs Nikki*

Nikki: *wakes up not so full of energy* Uh-huh huh? Brooks, are we here?

Brooks: Yeah, now let's go now.

Cross: Ugh, I wish it was kinda long for more rest.

Brooks: Well deal with it now let's go.

Cross: Wait for me, bro.

Brooks: Get up quick *pulls up Cross* there.

Cross: Thanks, bro. *walks to the bus exit*

We got out of there almost the bus driver left that bus stop.

Brooks: Now, we are here, how do we get to our agency?

Cross: Take a taxi they said to me.

Nikki: So... We gonna wait first?

Brooks: Yeah.

We got a taxi, luckily, and we went on to F. A. O...

Driver: Now we are here sir and miss! Thank you for riding with us!

Nikki: Thanks!

Driver: Nah it's cool, bye! *leaves*

Cross: Now, we are here! Are you happy to be here again Brooks?

Brooks: Yeah cool, bruv, very kewl.

Cross: Is something wrong now Brooks?

Brooks: Nah, just feeling a little funny.

Nikki: Let's just go to do this quickly.

At the F. A. O Front Door...

Nikki's P. O. V

I can't believe I'm going to a really high-class agency with these two. And they both work here as their job, as we got to the front door, it was a sliding door, expected from a rich place like this...

Speaker: Are you the appointed "Codex" and "Slasher"?

Brooks: Yep.

Cross: Yes...

Speaker: Who is that person behind you two agents?

Brooks: She's my friend of mine, she's gonna help me choose my clothes.

Speaker: We can't have unwanted visitors for long so make these quick agents... *in a robot-ish voice* Access Granted... *opens the door*

Brooks: That took us a minute to finish and I was even counting.

Cross: Finally did something good in your life.

A-kun: Ohhhhh!!!!!! Burn BABY!

Brooks: Here we go again "Pessimistic Cross".

Nikki: Can you two stop squabbling around now? You have things to do here.

Brooks: Uh miss where is the Head Office? *talks to the reception person*

Receptionist: The 3rd-floor sir, show me your IDs.

Cross: Here you go. *hands them over*

Receptionist: Okay, you are granted permission to enter the office have good day agents!

Brooks: We'll see you around! Bye. *walks to the elevator*

A little-bitty later...

The place was too big and really big on tech stuff to use. Showing ID's to get permission, Touch-Screen Help Tablet Thingy And Lot More.

A-kun: Like that stuff, like when you need to find "C E R T A I N" things like shops or restaurants. I think you already know this so. I'm stupid.

Cross: I'm so nervous to speak with our boss again.

I was looking at Brooks, after Cross saying that he was nervous, Brooks just didn't say a thing, his calmness makes him more skilled and more focused anyone else out there. Even I was nervous because I wasn't supposed to be here.

Speaker: Arriving on the 3rd floor, thank you for using our technologies. *opens the elevator door*

Brooks: Let's get this over with... *in calm tone*

Cross: You are not nervous about this?

Brooks: Why should I? We talked to him way too many times to know what's he's gonna say to us.

As Brooks mentions "knows the boss gonna say" I was a little concerned, did his boss was a big squidhole? Or just strict because they are grown, people.

Cross: *breaths really deeply* *knocks*
Sir? Are you in there?

F. A. O CEO: *in a muffled voice* Yeah I'm here come in now you two.

Then Cross opens the door to get in into the C. E. O's Office I was sweating bullets right here and there.

Brooks's P. O. V

Awwww boy, I wish this isn't one of those days...

F. A. O. CEO: So. Why are you two here? And why is there an unwanted guest here?

Brooks: Uh, just my friend sir I met in Inkopolis Plaza sir. And we are here to pick up new clothes for our disguise.

F. A. O. Boss: Did your cover got compromised?

Brooks: Uhm, no sir, but there were reports that some "Mysterious Creatures At Turf War".

F. A. O. Boss: Okay then, I see... Well, we have no choice but to help you with that.

Brooks: Where do we get it now?

F. A. O. CEO: Just the usual place agent. Now, meeting dismissed. You can get your clothes by your liking.

Cross & Brooks: Thank you, sir!

F. A. O. CEO: Yeah, yeah cool you can get going now.

That was a great meeting. I thought our boss is in a bad mood again but I guess not. And I'm pretty happy with that note, but we still need to get our clothes sooo. Yeah.

Cross: Hey. Thanks for covering me back there. I really didn't wanna talk to the CEO.

Brooks: It's all good bro. Come on now let's get there now.

Nikki: I'm so proud of you right now.

Brooks: Thanks! Just my calmness just helped me there I guess.

At the Clothes Department...

Clothes Guy #1: Hello sir! What do you want today?

Brooks: I am Agent "Codex" and he's "Slasher". So we are to pick up some more disguise clothes.

A-kun: Okay. Here's the deal. In the F. A. O Clothes Department they have all, and I mean ALL kinds of clothes there, in short, they have all the clothes in Splatoon 1 & 2, and some I made myself and they are human sizes...

Brooks: Okay, now Cross you pick first.

Cross: Okay, cool.

Nikki: I'll help him choose! *happy*

For some reason she is hyper. What the hell is going on right now?

Cross: Nikki, don't pick weird clothes that don't fit me at all okay?

Nikki: Okay I see!

Then I just sat into a bench relaxing from tiring walking... Then.

Later...

Cross: Okay Brooks, I'm done picking new clothes.

Brooks: Hmm? Cool dude. Now it's my turn I guess. *walks up to the Clothes Guy*

Clothes Guy #1: Sir, you are picking too?

Brooks: Yes.

Nikki: I'm gonna help him.

Clothes Guy #1: Okay then, this way sir if you mind.

20 minutes later...

Brooks: So, Nikki how do I look?

Nikki: It looks good! You're picking great style and combinations! You are looking really fresh!

Brooks: Welp. I think I'm gonna wear this right now.

Clothes Guy #1:Do you like it? And we noticed you got permission to grab new clothing so it's free right?

Brooks: Oh yea, so, are you new here bro?

Clothes Guy #1: Yep, pretty much. I was hired via an online application thing.

Brooks: Congrats bro! Nice score.

Clothes Guy #1: Thanks. Now is that your final choices sir?

Brooks: Yep I'm pretty good with 5 new sets of disguises and 5 sets of normal clothes to upgrade!

Clothes Guy #1: Well it's yours now you can leave now sir! And thank you for going here, hope I see you again!

Brooks: Yeah, bye-bye bro! Good luck with that kind of job!

Nikki: Bye! *waves*

Cross: Yeh, bye!

Clothes Guy #1:*waves*

Brooks: Woo... Now we can finally leave, Cross what time is it now?

Cross: Uh, 3:00 PM.

Brooks: Woah, a lot of time has passed.

Nikki: It's still early to not be late on the way home. If we are quick enough that is.

Brooks: Well, let's go then.

Timeskip outside of F. A. O Headquarters...

When we were walking to the bus stop and chatting with the bros, we got interrupted with few Inklings, this looks bad, I so glad I brought my Squelcher with me...

Robber Inkling #1: This is a robbery. Give your valuables or else. *points dualies at Brooks*

Brooks: *turns on earpiece* Cross. Go to the beakon that I placed on the road... I'll take care of these chumps.

Cross: What! No! I'm not leaving you here! We are dealing with this together. *angry*

Brooks: I'm the only guy prepared for this. I brought my weapon with me.

As we kept talking through the earpiece, time was running out. The scums are getting closer to pull the trigger but I responded.

Brooks: This isn't a joke right?

Robber Inkling #2: Yes and give me your money!! *points charger laser to Brooks*

Brooks: Okay, okay. Just give me a sec here ight? *opens his backpack*

Robber Inkling #3: Yes, just like that we are not harming anyone unless you give us what we want.

A-kun: Total scumbags for sure...

Then out of surprise, I screamed.

Brooks: NOW! *pulls out his Squelcher*

Then Cross grabbed Nikki to go to that Squid Beakon leaving me and those 3 retards.

Brooks: *kicks the dualies* Hehe... You're underestimating someone do yah? Booyah! *throws burst bomb at #2*

Robber Inkling #2: Ah!! *gets blinded*

Then I started to dodge that charger that was almost an inch away from splatting me. Good thing I rolled out of the way.

Brooks: Annnddddd, goodbye! *knocks out #2* *in a serious tone* Now... Who's next?

Robber Inkling 3: Crap retreat! *tries to run away*

I started to run after the #3 guy.

Brooks: Now come here you scum! *grabs #3* now, hey!

Robber Inkling #1: Don't you dare do anything to him...

Brooks: What am I? A slave? Welp, goodbye to you too. *throws #3 off the bridge*

Robber Inkling #3: NO!!!!! *cries for help*

Brooks: *calm tone* Now, you want this don't you? You know, you can always give up now, to you know, not splat you. *points his Squelcher at the Inkling* Now, what's it gonna be?

Robber Inkling #1: No, no, please no, I give up now just don't splat anymore please! *begs*

Brooks: *puts down his weapon* That's what I thought. *puts his backpack back In back* *starts to walk away*

A-kun: Back-ception biatch!

Robber Inkling #1: But I'm not done YET! AHHHHHH!! *rushes at Brooks*

Pfffttt. These kinds of people make me sick.

Robber Inkling #1: *steps on something* What? *starts glowing* A INK MINE! FUC~

Boom, he got splatted to oblivion. Good thing I'm always prepared...

Meanwhile...

Nikki's P. O. V

I was so surprised when Cross grabbed me to escape some robbers and Brooks put a Squid Beakon here?! But how? But more than that, I was so worried about Brooks and what he's doing right now.

Nikki: Cross, what the hell was going on back there?! Did you want Brooks to die?!
*angry AF*

Cross: He told me to escape here for no further casualties. Plus he was the only guy to have a weapon brought with him. He was prepared...

Nikki: Please be okay, please be okay, please be okay... *almost crying*

Cross: Don't worry about it, I know him too well.

Then somebody walked out of the bridge walkway.

Brooks: Hey, guys! What's going on? Feeling good? *happy*

I saw Brooks and went on to tackle-hug him because of how worried I felt.

Brooks:*on the ground* Okay, what is going on?

Nikki:*sobs* WHY WOULD YOU SACRIFICE YOUR LIFE FOR THAT?! I LOST ONE OF MY FRIENDS AND I'M NOT LOSING ANOTHER ONE!! *hugs him sooooooooo. tightly* *and starts crying*

Brooks:*chuckles* Look, I do this all the time. You don't have to worry about me. Okay? *pats her head*

Brooks's P. O. V

I never thought of someone. somebody would be that worried for me and I liked it, It makes me secured around this group but I had to keep my cool and said...

Brooks: Now, now, Nikki please stop crying now... Let's get out of here before more come to get us. Cross.

Cross: Yeah bro?

Brooks: Kick that Squid Beakon, we don't need it anymore.

Cross: Alright. *kicks the Beakon to be destroyed*

Brooks: Alright let's go now.

Nikki: *gets up* *stops crying* Okay, I'll stick to you for tonight.

Brooks: *shrugs* * sigh* That was a stressful day...

And, that was it. For an almost-to-be-fainted day of mine, good thing I protected my friends and no matter how I get beaten up, I won't stop "Fighting For What's Right".

====================================

A-kun: Cut the formalities here, thank you. Yes, you the readers or casual readers, for 50 to 60 reads on this. I know it doesn't sound like a lot, but I still appreciate it!

Word Count: 3755 Words (Holy F!)