Chapter 44: Adagio For Strings
It's been a day since (F/N) showed everyone her and Paulina's new place and shot Sam with paintball guns.
Here we see everyone at Casper High as we see the trio, (F/N), Paulina and Shadow eating lunch outside where no one notices them.
(F/N): Lunch, my favorite subject of school.
Paulina: *Chuckles* Babe, lunch isn't an elective.
(F/N): True, but kind of wished it was. *Eats her pizza*
Tucker: Preach into the quire RG.
Danny: So (F/N) I gotta ask, do you have any other weapons?
(F/N): *While eating her pizza* What do you mean?
Sam: Well lately whenever we fight demons, your usual go-to's are either your dad's sword, your uncle's sword, your weapons, and finally your guns.
(F/N): Well they're kinda like my go-to weapons, I save the best stuff in case it's an emergency or if someone tries to steal my dad or uncle's sword.
Sam: Well do you have any other weapons besides the ones you normally use?
(F/N): Well I have Gilgamesh, a pair of gauntlets and greaves, Pandora, a suitcase that can turn into 666 weapons, Lucifer, the backpack not the demon, that lets me throw bolts of energy, Nevan, a guitar/scythe which shoots lightning, Cavalier a motorcycle that doubles as two giant buzz saws, Dr.Faust, a machine gun that lets anyone shoot red orbs and-
Sam: Okay I think we get it, you have a lot of weapons.
Danny: Yeah talk about being armed to teeth.
Paulina: One thing I don't get, why don't you use those weapons all the time? They sound pretty strong.
(F/N): Well yeah but I don't be too reliant on a weapon that's so strong it obliterates all demons. I mean if I used Pandora all the time it would be too easy, or if I used any other weapon all the time it'd be too easy.
Paulina: Hm, that is true. It would get boring using the same weapon all the time. *Remembers* Hey what about the weapons Rodin gave you?
(F/N): *Remembers* Oh yeah, I almost forgot about those, guess I can use them the next time there's an attack. It has been awhile since I used them.
Danny: Wait, who's Rodin?
Paulina: (F/N)'s legal guardian and the person who gave her those weapons, including that tophat and cane.
Sam: He gave you Abracadabra?
(F/N): Yep, and some other weapons too. Which I keep on me at all times.
Sam: How?
In response (F/N) reached into her hair and pulled out Dead End Express much to the trio's shock.
(F/N): I keep them all in my hair, thank you very much.
Danny: Isn't that a little risky?
(F/N): Oh relax, my hair has plenty of space and bounce too. *Puts Dead End Express away* Plus I'm only keeping half of the weapons Rodin gave me.
Tucker: Then, who's keeping the other half?
Paulina: I am of course.
Sam: Of course you are, I'm guessing your keeping them in your locker where some ghost or Vlad can easily break through and take them?
Paulina: No, I keep them in my hair.
Danny: *Surprised* You can do that too?
Paulina: Yep. Plus it's super convenient too, *pulls out her chapstick from her hair and applies and puts it back in hair* Now I don't have to lug around my purse all the time.
Tucker: Man if only my hair can do that, I can have a nasty burger all the time.
(F/N): If you have that many burgers you're gonna be sweating oil.
Paulina: Or dripping it, wait actually you are sweating that stuff.
Tucker: Oh Ha-ha very funny, ms. eats pizza.
(F/N): Hey leave the pizza out of this. Besides, next to pizzas, nothing beats a classic strawberry sundae.
Paulina: Too true, like the one we shared yesterday.
(F/N): Oh yeah that was good, especially where we got to the… *whispers to Paulina* Cherry~.
Paulina: *Blushes and giggles* Babe come on not in front of the others.
Sam: Cherry? *Realizes what (F/N) is talking about* Oh sick! Keep it yourselves.
(F/N): What's wrong half a cherry with someone you love?
Sam: Sharing a cherry? Oh, I-I thought you two-
Paulina and (F/N): What?
Sam: *Blushing* N-nothing! Nothing!
The two girls looked at each confused and just shrugged it off. Later on, we see everyone in class where Lancer was discussing some lessons on demonology, especially the history of Sparda.
(A/N): Yes I know this isn't something Lancer would do but I figured why not.
Lancer: Now can anyone tell me what the name of the sword that Vergil uses. *Sees (F/N) raising her hand excitedly* Besides Ms. Redgrave.
Dash: Uhh… Tomato?
Most of the class laughed at Dash for his, "Answer"
Paulina: It's called Yamato, that's the sword (F/N)'s uncle uses.
Lancer: Correct Ms. Sanchez, this sword, like Rebellion, was special because it was used to separate our world from the demon world.
(F/N): Yeah, and it's also imbued with tremendous demonic power. The sword is said to be able to cut through anything, even the very fabric of space itself. This ability is shown primarily through the sword's ability to create portals for its wielder to travel through. *✨✨* it's so awesome!
Dash: *Mutters* Pfft geek. It's just an overgrown knife, it's nothing special.
(F/N): *to Dash* Kinda like your dating life.
Danny: Ha!
Lancer: Now settle down, remember you all have a test on this so remember to study. Especially you Mr. Fenton. And this test is worth half your grade so study well.
Danny: Yes sir.
Later after school we see everyone walking out and to home.
Danny: Oh man, if I flunk this test it'll be summer school for me.
(F/N): Oh relax D, you got the perfect teacher here.
Danny: Yeah, who?
(F/N): Me, cause hello, granddaughter of Sparda, I know all this stuff inside out.
Paulina: And I know it because (F/N) told me everything about her family.
Sam: Of course she did, seriously why is it that you told her everything when you two started dating but you never told us anything.
(F/N): Well what was I supposed to say? *Sarcastically* "Hey Sam, Hey Tucker nice to meet you, hope we can be friends, oh by the way I'm half demon I got it from my great grandfather and dad is half demon too and they all hunt demons for money." *threw her hands out for emphasis*
Sam: Yeah okay when you say it like that it sounds kinda not believable.
(F/N): Exactly. And I thought the goth girl with parent issues was kind of dumb, but you take the cake.
Sam: I don't know whether to feel insulted or say "touche".
Tucker: Go for both.
Danny: Guys come on, it's one thing to know about ghosts, but demons are another thing.
Paulina: Because they're always after (F/N), and angels too.
(F/N): *Casually shoots an affinity that's behind her* It's true. Plus most people would definitely be after me, especially my gear.
Tucker: People like who?
(F/N): Well there's Vlad, Valerie, the GIW, the order of the sword, and oh… Agnus.
Tucker: Agnus?
Paulina: Nico's dad. It's a… touchy subject for her.
Danny: Oh yeah, didn't she say she made some of the devil arms your folks use.
(F/N): Well yeah but only from her dad's research, she made Dr. Faust but other than that she's following in her grandma's steps to become a great weapons smith.
Tucker: Well aren't you worried that someone might be after your gear, especially Yamato?
(F/N): Oh please, *summons Yamato* Who in their right mind would be after Yamato?
Just then everyone hears noises as they all see a horde of Scarecrows all having their sights on (F/N).
Sam: You had to say it.
Danny: Well I say, going ghost!
Danny and Paulina turn into their ghost forms while (F/N) gets into a battle stance.
Paulina: *to Sam and Tucker* You two get somewhere safe, now.
Sam: What? You don't get to tell us what to-
(F/N): Just do it Sam!
Tucker: You don't have to tell us twice.
Tucker and Sam ran off where it was safe as the supernatural trio ran into the battle as Paulina shot an ice blast freezing the demons as Danny and (F/N) punched and slashed them to bits and fought them off as most the demons went after (F/N).
Danny: Why are they going after (F/N)?
Paulina: Hello, she's related to Sparda, seriously if you weren't a C student you would have remembered.
Danny: I know that, *Blasts a demon away* it's like they're all after, *realizes* Oh no, (F/N) they're after your sword!
(F/N): *While slashing the demons away* Kinda figured that out already D! Now are you and Paulina gonna help me or not?
Paulina: Right.
We then see the trio shoot and slash down remaining demons as (F/N) use her judgment cut move to take down the last horde of demons.
Danny: Haa, *pants* Is that all of them?
(F/N): *Shoots a demon that was behind Danny* Yeah that's all of them. Phew.
Paulina: *Turns back to normal and goes to (F/N)* Babe you okay?
(F/N): I'm fine, just a little winded that's all.
Danny: You sure?
(F/N): Yes, I'm sure.
Tucker: *From a distance* Is it safe?
(F/N): Yeah it's safe.
The next day we see (F/N) and Paulina doing some shopping for groceries as Paulina noticed (F/N) was a little fatigued.
Paulina: Are you okay sweetie?
(F/N): Yeah, I'm good, although on my morning jog I was jumped by a horde of demons, and angels.
Paulina: What?! Why didn't you tell me?!
(F/N): It's Saturday, remember? You know how you like to sleep in on the weekends, plus you I made you your favorite strawberry hotcakes you always like.
Paulina: Oh uh, right heh, sorry hun.
(F/N): It's okay, I know you're worried about me and it's okay I can handle myself when it comes to dealing with demons. *Eyes Paulina's butt* Although since we are shopping, I think I just found my favorite item here~.
Paulina: Oh? And what's that babe?
(F/N): *Spanks Paulina's butt* Two hot buns~.
Paulina: *After being spanked* Eep! *Giggles* Well my buns are yours~ *remembers* Oh yeah, we also need some buns for tonight's dinner. And I'm not talking about my buns.
(F/N): *Chuckles* I know sweetie, I know. At least demons aren't dumb enough to attack here.
(F/N) and Paulina hear screaming as they turn their attention to see a horde of demons causing havoc in different aisles and people running and screaming.
Paulina: Or maybe they would.
(F/N): Shall we?
Paulina: Let's go.
We then see Paulina go ghost and (F/N) go into her DT form and pull out Yamato as they jump in and fight off the demons and get the people to safety.
After some time we see the two girls, and Shadow are at home as (F/N) slumped on the couch exhausted from that fight.
(F/N): Phew, that was a lot more demons than usual.
Paulina: *Sits next to (F/N)* Yeah, but it was a good work out for us.
(F/N): *Lays her head on Paulina's lap* Mmm, true it was.
Paulina: *Chuckles* Really? Lap-pillow?
(F/N): *Pouts* Well I'm tired, okay? *Snuggles* And your thighs are super comfy too. And besides, I earned this.
Paulina: *Giggles* *Ruffles (F/N)'s hair* True, you did. At least there aren't any demons attacking.
(F/N) and Paulina hear screaming outside as they looked to see it was an army of affinities attacking people.
(F/N): Oh come on! *Sits up* First demons, now angels.
Paulina: Come on, let's go and do our hero thing.
The next day after taking down those angels, we see team Phantom coming out of the class after taking the test with (F/N) and Paulina passing with flying colors, Dash failing, Danny getting an A- and Sam and Tucker getting an A.
(F/N): *Groans* I just wanna take a nap.
Danny: Rough night?
Paulina: More like rough battles, me and (F/N) have been fighting angels and demons, more than usual.
Danny: All targeting (F/N)?
(F/N): Yep.
Paulina: Well they could be targeting her or they could be after Yamato.
Tucker: Makes sense, who wouldn't want a powerful sword that can cut through dimension.
Paulina: True, any bad guy would want to have their hands on that sword.
Tucker: Well at least there isn't anyone here who can take (F/N)'s sword.
Everyone then heard roaring as they looked to see there were more demons as students and teachers ran away screaming.
(F/N): *to Tucker* I blame you for this.
(F/N) then pulls out Yamato as she charges head first into the horde, slashing them down in pieces as one demon was about to jump on (F/N) but Paulina charged in and kicked in back.
(F/N): Thanks sweetie.
Paulina: You're welcome.
The duo took down all of the demons as the trio went over to them.
Danny: Is that all of them?
(F/N): *Shoots a demon that was behind Danny* Yeah I think that's all of them.
Sam: Well at least nothing else can go wrong.
As soon as Sam said that, a green net immediately caught (F/N) making her drop Yamato as everyone saw it was Skulker.
Skulker: *Takes Yamato* At last.
(F/N): Hey!
Danny and Paulina were about to charge at Skulker only to get snared in ghost proof chains.
Paulina and Danny: No!
Skulker: I have what I came here for, he'll be most pleased with this.
Skulker flew off leaving team Phantom as the restraints disappeared.
(F/N): *to Sam* I blame you for this.
Sam: How is this- ah forget it why do I even bother.
Danny: This is bad.
Tucker: So why would Skulker take (F/N)'s sword.
Paulina: He wouldn't, not unless he was hired to do so.
Tucker: Yeah, but who would wanna hire Skulker?
(F/N) thought about it and she knew it couldn't be Plasmius or the GIW, or even Valerie which only left one person.
(F/N): Agnus.
Danny: Didn't your dad kill Agnus?
(F/N): Yeah, so it's probably his ghost. And I'm guessing he's gonna finish what he started.
Tucker: And what would that be?
(F/N): Opening a portal to the demon world. That kind of stuff. And we need to stop him before the shit hits the fan.
Paulina: So we go out tonight and find Agnus and kick his ghost butt.
(F/N): Exactly.
Later that night we see team Phantom following (F/N) since she knew where the last place Agnus would go.
(F/N): Here it is.
Everyone looked to see it was the Amity Park Opera house.
Danny: An opera house?
(F/N): Figures he'd go here. This place has been abandoned for years.
Sam: How do you know that?
(F/N): Internet.
Paulina: We would have gotten sooner if it wasn't for all of those guys.
The camera zooms out reveal Dagon, Beriel, Echidna, and an entire army of demons all dead.
(F/N): Yeah it's like we couldn't afford the budget for the awesome fight scene *glances at the readers* you know what I mean.
Danny: Uh what.
(F/N): Nothing.
Sam: So what's the plan?
(F/N): Simple, we beat up Agnus, I take my sword back, and we celebrate with Nasty Burger. Simple.
Sam: (F/N) that's not a plan, that's a wish list.
(F/N): Yeah and I wish to get my sword back.
Paulina: Sweetie, we need an actual plan.
(F/N): I do have an actual plan babe. It's called "kick ass and chew bubblegum", and I'm all out of bubble gum. *Pauses* No seriously I'm all out of bubble gum anyone got a piece? A mint? *Doesn't get a response* No? Okay.
Paulina: *Pretends to sighs in aggravation* Alright then I'll do my plan while you do yours.
(F/N): Okay then.
Both girls went intangibile and unknown to the trio they both winked at each as Paulina went around the back while (F/N) went through the roof, leaving the trio.
Sam: Well it looks like their love boat is sinking. *Smiles*
Tucker: Sam come on now's not the time to discuss (F/N) and Paulina's relationship.
Danny: Yeah, although I didn't think they'd argue, weird.
Sam: Well I'm just glad-
Sam was cut off when she, Tucker and Danny(In ghost form), were all grabbed and dragged in by red ropes and were seated and restrained in seats as everything was dark.
Danny: *Struggles* Darn ghost proof.
Sam: And it just got worse.
Tucker: I don't see (F/N) or Paulina anywhere.
Sam: Great those two, or Paulina, probably bailed. Or got captured
Danny: We don't know that for sure.
???(C Paulina): Hey guys.
The trio looked to see it was Paulina, although she was a duplicate so they didn't know.
Sam: *To Danny* You were saying.
Just a spotlight was shined as the trio saw a man with tanned skin and brown long hair tied in a ponytail. In addition to the monocle over his left eye, he wears the Order of The Sword's researcher uniform, this was Agnus and the trio then sees a musical scene begin.
Agnus: It was my assumption that those demons would prove far inferior... *Gets up* In the face of your tactics.
The trio then sees the light shone on another spot as they see (F/N) with one leg on a chair.
(F/N): You summon and kill... *Kicks the chair aside* Summon and kill... *Walks forward* I fail to see the logic here. *Turns around dramatically* Is sanity… the price to pay…*holds left hand against chest* for power!?
Back in the audience
Danny: Woah… that quote hits close to home. It's like someone's speaking directly to our experiences as ghost hunters. pauses And as a half-ghost myself, it really makes me question the choices I've had to make.
Sam: *Sighs* It's a thought-provoking quote, no doubt. But it also reflects the moral dilemma we've faced throughout our ghost-fighting adventures. The line between using our powers for good and losing ourselves in the process can be incredibly blurry.
Tucker: *raises an eyebrow* Well, this quote certainly hits the nail on the head. The whole idea of summoning and killing to gain power sounds disturbingly familiar. It's like the Ghost Zone is a constant reminder that power doesn't come without a cost. But hey, as the techno-geek of the group, I try to focus on the positive ways we can use our abilities. There's always a choice, and while it may be tempting to let power cloud our judgment, I believe that sanity and compassion should guide our actions.
Danny: Exactly, Tucker. We've seen the consequences of unchecked power, and it's never pretty. But as long as we stay true to ourselves and our values, we can navigate this dangerous path and keep our sanity intact. It's a tough balancing act, but it's worth it if we can protect the people we care about and make a difference in the world.
Sam: Agreed. Our experiences have taught us that power alone doesn't make a hero. It's how we wield that power and remain grounded in our humanity that truly matters. Sanity should never be sacrificed for the sake of power. We have to find a way to stay true to ourselves while still fighting the good fight.
C Paulina: Oh please, what a downer! Power is everything, darling. Who cares about sanity when you can have fame, popularity, and success? Being a ghost hunter? That's just a means to an end. If it gets me more attention and adoration, sign me up! Besides, these ghostly encounters give me a chance to showcase my fabulous fashion and impeccable style. So, logic or not, I'm all for it!
Lighting struck as we cut to Agnus holding a skull Shakespeare style.
Agnus: Humans... They are but stubborn and foolish. It takes a journey to Hell for them to accept and praise their God. A fact that tickle's *crushes the skull into powder* irony's judgment.
Back in the audience
Danny: Whoa, hold up! That quote is seriously dark. It's like something out of a horror movie. I definitely don't agree with it. Humans may have their flaws, but calling them stubborn and foolish is just way too harsh. We have our strengths and weaknesses, just like any other being.
Sam: I couldn't disagree more with that quote. Humans are capable of great compassion, love, and understanding. Sure, we make mistakes, but that doesn't mean we need to go through some sort of hellish journey to appreciate our own existence or our beliefs. We should strive to learn, grow, and find common ground with others.
C. Paulina: Um, excuse me, but I am not about to accept or praise any so-called God just because I've been through a difficult experience. That's not how it works. Everyone has their own beliefs, and it's important to respect that. This quote is just twisted and doesn't resonate with me at all.
Tucker: Wow, that quote is seriously messed up. I mean, journey to Hell? Crushing skulls into powder? That's some dark and twisted thinking. I believe in free will and the ability to choose what we believe in, without any extreme measures. We should focus on promoting understanding and respect for one another, not resort to violence or harsh judgment.
Back with Agnus, he blows the skull dust as the screen fades to white as a certain voice can be heard.
(F/N): Ha, *screen fades to (F/N) sitting in a seductive pose* And your judgments interest me not. *Gets up* For I'm here… *dramatic hand gesture* To reclaim... *Another gesture* What is rightfully mine. *holds hand against heart*
The quartet sees Agnus fly in and transforms into demon form and holds up his sword.
Agnus: Yamato! That is what you seek. And that is why *swings his sword* I wait in your path! *Raises his sword*
Agnus looks at the audience aka team Phantom as they hear (F/N) laugh and slides in front of Agnus with confetti shooting in the background.
(F/N): *Laughs* You will fumble in your opposition of my quest. *Pulls out Noire and fires her gun into the air*.
Back in the audience.
C. Paulina: *Excited* Oh my gosh, did you see that?! (F/N) definitely knows how to make an entrance! I have to admit, her confidence is kind of impressive.
Sam: Yeah we noticed.
Everything goes to black as team Phantom hears (F/N).
(F/N): Though I encourage! *Screen opens and shows (F/N) standing on a head of a statute* For an opportunity to battle a being of such grand delusions as you, is a sweet fortune!
Back in the audience.
Sam: Well, it's certainly an interesting perspective. (F/N) seems to have a strong desire for challenging battles. I suppose everyone has their own way of finding excitement and purpose in life. But I hope she understands the dangers and consequences that come with it.
Team Phantom sees (F/N) and Agnus fighting each other with (F/N) using Rebellion and it looks like she's winning.
Meanwhile with the real Paulina, we see her sneaking into the location where Yamato is being held as she found it.
Paulina: Jackpot.
We then see Paulina fly to the sword as she took it.
Meanwhile with (F/N), team Phantom then sees (F/N) soon beats Agnus in battle, and the latter is tossed onto a bench and transforms back to human.
Agnus: How... can there still be such a difference b-b-b-between us?
(F/N): You surrendered your humanity, hell you don't even have your humanity. It's that simple.
Agnus: But you are not human...! So why am I still inferior!?
(F/N): You assume humans and ghosts are weak... *Glances at Danny and rolls her eyes* Ok yeah, their bodies lack the physical ability of a demon, but humans and ghosts possess something that demons don't.
Agnus is seen taking notes of what (F/N) is saying.
Agnus: *While taking notes* What...? What is it that demons l-l-lack? Please, for the sake of my research! Please! Tell me!
(F/N) pulls out Blanche and puts a bullet in his clipboard, causing all the paper to fly into the air.
Agnus: No! No, no! Oh no, no no no no...
(F/N): If you're still gonna continue your research in the afterlife...
Agnus holds up a page of his ruined notes, and sees (F/N) aiming a gun through the hole.
(F/N): Do your homework first...
(F/N) shoots, and Agnus is thrown back onto a bench as he glows green and is sent back to the Ghost Zone.
(F/N): And the rest is silence.
(F/N) finishes off the musical with another gunshot as C Paulina breaks out of her restraints and breaks the others out much to trio's shock
Danny: What the? You could have gotten us out this whole time?!
C. Paulina: Well yeah, it wouldn't make sense if I did it before.
Sam: But you don't have the-
Paulina: *Comes in with Yamato* Hey guys I'm back!
Everyone sees the real Paulina with Yamato in her hands.
(F/N): Hey nice job hun.
Paulina: Thanks babe.
(F/N): Anytime.
Sam: Wha- I- what's going on?! I thought you were fighting?!
Tucker: Yeah how come there's two Paulinas? Wait, where not in (F/N)'s dream are we?
(F/N): Very funny, but no, it was actually part of Paulina's plan.
Danny, Sam and Tucker: Paulina's plan?!
(F/N): Yep, it was all her idea.
Sam: You're telling me, this was all Paulina's idea? I don't buy it.
Paulina: No it's true, I planned for this. Me and (F/N) came up with it. We faked a small couple's fight so you three do go in guns blazing, I made a ghost duplicate to take my place and fool Agnus, and (F/N) distracted him which gave me time to sneak in and take Yamato.
The trio was surprised by this, the selfish queen B they once knew actually thought up a good plan.
Tucker: That's… a good plan.
Danny: Yeah not bad Paulina.
Sam: It… was an okay plan.
Paulina: *Makes her clone disappear* Thanks, and good job on distracting Agnus swertie.
(F/N): Aw thanks babe.
Paulina: Anytime. *Remembers* Oh right, *Holds out Yamato* You probably want this back huh?
(F/N): *Thought about it* *outloud* Keep it.
Trio: What?!
Paulina: What? But sweetie, I thought this meant a lot to you...?
(F/N): It does, but that's the only kind of gift worth giving. I want to entrust it to you, and so I am. It's your choice hun.
Paulina thought about it, (F/N) trusts her and she trusts her, and she made her decision.
Paulina: I… I don't know what to say, thanks sweetie, this means a lot.
(F/N): Anytime.
Sam: You're seriously trusting her with that kind of power.
(F/N): Yes, I am. And before you say anything, it's not because of, "oh she's my girlfriend I have to give it to her" It's because I trust her and it's safer in someone else's hands than in mine.
Danny: She's not wrong there.
Paulina: Yeah, I mean if I can handle having demon powers, I can handle welding a sword, besides what's there to understand swish-swish stab, it's a sword not a fighter jet.
Tucker: She's got you there.
Sam: But-
(F/N): Sam come on, just trust me on this.
Sam: *Sighs* Okay fine.
(F/N): Thanks, now let's call it a night it's getting late.
We then see team Phantom go to their homes and to bed as the camera fades to black.
Next: Chapter 45: A Day At Devil May Cry.
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