It was a normal day in Radiator Springs and everything seemed fine. Sarge and Fillmore were arguing over conspiracy theories again; Flo and Ramone were flirting as well as Lightning and Sally; Doc was talking to Luigi and Guido; Red was watering his flowers; Mack was talking with Vee; the twins were jealous of Vee; Lizzie was rambling on about random things; and Mater was making fun of Lightning and Sally.
Yep everything was as normal as ever. That was until…the letter…
A large mail truck pulled up to Flo's, "I'm looking for…" the truck paused to look at a letter. "Samuel Mercury, Sheriff of Radiator Springs."
Sheriff flushed when he heard several snickers at his name but nodded, "That's me."
"Here. I'm sorry." Sheriff looked at the truck puzzled. What did he mean by that? Sheriff shrugged it off and opened the letter. As he read, his face got paler and paler while his eyes continued to widen.
'To the brother of Michael Mercury,
Mr. Mercury I am hesitant to inform you that yesterday evening at 7 pm Michael Mercury was killed in an accident while in pursuit of a suspect for a robbery. I am deeply regretful that Michael died, but he did while doing what he loved. And that's what matters. I spoke to your family just after his death. I tried to contact you by phone, but I could not get your records. So this letter is to inform you of what has happened. Your family has decided the funeral will be held in three days time in Boone, North Carolina. I am sorry for your loss, and I shall pray to see you at the funeral.
Sincerely,
Genalia Asari Deputy of Blowing Rock, North Carolina'
Sheriff let the letter drop from his tires as tears soaked his hood and the pavement. Sally looked over at him in concern, "Sheriff? Are you okay?" Sheriff didn't answer but handed her the letter before returning to his home in the Police Department/Fire Department.
Sally read the letter and gasped, "Oh, poor Sheriff."
Soon the entire town knew what had happened. Sheriff didn't leave his home for several hours until he came out just after noon. The squad drove over to Doc with a serious face, "Doc, I'm leaving. I'll be back in a few days."
Just as he was pulling away someone gently grabbed his tire. Sheriff turned to see Sally, "What is it Sally? I need to get going if I'm going to make it in time."
"Sheriff…I think I should go with you. You said yourself you don't get along with your family. With me going you'll have someone to comfort you if you need it." Sally said as she pulled up to him.
"No Sally. I'm going alone."
"Sheriff…" Sally gave him a look that he knew all to well and sighed, "Alright. You can come. But no one else!"
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Sheriff's eyes were furrowed in anger. Sally sighed and continued to apologize, "Look Sheriff I tried to tell them, but they wouldn't listen." Sheriff didn't answer he was to the point of boiling over.
Every single citizen in Radiator Springs was coming to his brother's funeral with him. A growl escaped his throat, clearly telling Sally to drop it. Which she did.
After several hours of driving the group arrived at a motel. Sheriff set up the accommodations already and had everyone get to bed. Early the next morning everyone got up, filled their tanks and 'stomachs' before taking off.
This routine continued for the next three days and they finally arrived at the funeral. And just in time, for it was going to start in a half hour.
"Well Sheriff, what now?" Sarge barked from his spot next to Fillmore. Just as Sheriff was about to answer a shrill scream interrupted him.
"SAMMY!!"
The squad car winched as an older Mercury quickly drove up to them and hugged Sheriff. "Oh Sammy! I'm so glad you're here! Isn't it just awful! Your brother was so sweet and kind! Why did he have to go?!"
Sheriff gritted his teeth, "Hello Barbara."
"Oh Sammy, enough with the Barbara stuff. I'm your Mother, start acting like it!" Barbara snapped. She smiled at the others before glaring at her son and leaving.
Sheriff growled then turned to the others, "Now you know why I can't stand my family."
"Um excuse me?"
Everyone turned to see a black 2005 Mercury Montego; she had two small yellow streaks down her sides and the words
'Blowing Rock, North Carolina
DEPUTY'
on both her doors. She also had the brightest blue-gray eyes anyone had ever seen.
Everyone stared at her for a moment before Doc answered, "Yes? Can we help you?" The Mercury cleared her throat before asking, "I'm looking for Samuel Mercury and I couldn't help overhear Mrs. Mercury but…" She looked at Sheriff. "Your Sam right?"
Sheriff nodded, "Yeah. I'm Samuel Mercury, but everyone calls me Sheriff. What can I do for you?"
"My name is Genalia Asari. I was Michael's partner before he died." Something clicked in Sally's head, "Genalia…you're the one who wrote the letter?"
Genalia nodded, "Yes that was me. Like I said, I would have called but I'm just a Deputy. I can't get a hold of Personal Files."
Something didn't sound right, even to Mater. "But if you couldn't get his files, how'd you knowd e's address?" Genalia had an answer for that too, "I shared a mountain house with Michael. I was going through some papers he left lying around and I found a letter from Sa-ah Sheriff. I used it to get his address."
They nodded, it made sense. Sheriff looked her over and like Sally, something clicked, "You're Genny, aren't you?" Genalia looked at him in surprise but smiled, "Yes, I'm Genny. Michael was the one who came up with it."
Genalia paused and her eyes watered slightly, "Sheriff, I am deeply sorry for what happened. Michael's crash was my fault."
"Oh come now Hun. It's not your fault." Flo told her.
"Oh yes it is. The only reason he's gone is because he took a bullet that was meant for me. It pierced his side and destroyed several wires along with his brakes. The last time I saw him alive was when he disappeared over the side of the mountain…" Genalia's tears poured over her hood and she choked back a sob.
"Excuse me." Genalia took off and vanished in the crowd of Sheriff's relatives and Michael's associates.
"Poor girl, she must have been good friends with your brother." Doc said as he watched her go.
"No." Red tilted his head and made a barely audible, "Huh?"
"What do you mean Sheriff?" Lightning asked in confusion.
"She wasn't his friend. She was his fiancée." Everyone's eyes widened.
"What's that? Fiancée?" Lizzie said loudly.
"Yep. Michael and Genny were planning on getting married in a few months."
"Oh dude. That's harsh." No one said anything for a while until the church bell rang and signaled the start of the funeral. Everyone piled into the church; instead of sitting with his family, Sheriff sat with his friends.
A large white Blazer made his way to the podium before clearing his throat, "Today is a sad day. We are here to mourn the loss of Michael Mercury. He was an amazing car and friend. Top Sheriff of Boone for 38 years." The preacher continued for a good hour and a half.
Sheriff had pretty much dozed off until the preacher spoke loudly, "And not only did Michael leave behind a grieving family. He also left behind a wife-to-be. Ms. Asari, if you would please come up here."
Genalia slowly made her way up to the podium, "Thank you Sir." Genalia turned and looked out at the crowd.
"I had known Michael for, around three years. He took me in as his apprentice, or Deputy. I was sort-of scared when I first became and officer of the law, but Michael showed my how to not be afraid. We were some of the closest friends you'd ever see; and several months ago Michael took me out to dinner. I hadn't thought anything about it; just a dinner between friends right?" Genalia laughed slightly before continuing.
"After he had finished his dinner Michael got up and said he had to do something. I just said alright and waited; when suddenly a spotlight hit me. I was startled until I saw Michael standing on a stage nearby smiling. I didn't know what to do and then he said, 'Everyone, I'm sorry to interrupt your meal but tonight is a very special night. And you'll all see why soon. This song is dedicated to my dear friend Genalia.' Then he started to sing." Genalia held back her tears and took a shuddering breath.
"I was surprised. After he finished he came up to me and presented me with the most beautiful diamond lug nut I'd ever seen and he said, 'Genalia. After theses three long years I just recently realized something. I love you Genny, with all my heart. Will you marry me?' I was so amazed, but once the shock died down I quickly said yes. We…we had planned on getting married in three months but…fate took him away from me…And now I am going to sing the song he sang for me those few months ago…I hope you enjoy it…"
The room watched her and waited as music filled the room.
"If there were no words
No way to speak
I would still hear you
If there were no tears
No way to feel inside
I'd still feel for you
And even if the sun refuse to shine
Even if romance ran out of rhyme
You would still have my heart
Until the end of time
You're all I need
My love, my valentine."
"All of my life
I have been waiting for
All you give to me
You've opened my eyes
And showed me how to love unselfishly
I've dreamed of this a thousand times before
In my dreams I couldn't love you more
I will give you my heart
Until the end of time
You're all I need
My love, my valentine." Genalia paused for a breath.
"La da da
Da da da da
And even if the sun refuse to shine
Even if romance ran out of rhyme
You would still have my heart
Until the end of time
Cuz all I need
Is you, my valentine
You're all I need
My love, my valentine…" Genalia finished quietly. She had long since stopped caring if she was crying, so tears rained down her hood.
"Michael…I'm so sorry…you died to save me…I just wish I could have saved you…" Genalia made her way back to her seat; she looked up only once and made eye contact with Sheriff. She offered a small smile and he smiled back.
Once Genalia was at the back of the room the preacher announced it was time for the burial, which wasn't really a burial at all. A large coffin was placed on a stone table outside the church and was opened for a moment.
Tears stung dozens of eyes as Michael's body was revealed. Even after all he had been through he looked only as if he was sleeping. His body had been repaired and repainted. Sheriff nodded to the body, "Good bye brother."
After everyone had seen the body the coffin was once again closed and a special fluid was poured onto the coffin until it was drenched. Genalia came up for a moment and placed a single white rose on the coffin and whispered, "Good bye…"
She backed away and a single matched was tossed on the stone stable. A blazing fire overcame the coffin in a brilliant flare. The sound of bagpipes playing Amazing Grace drifted across the church yard. Sheriff turned his head and saw Genalia leave; she was so low on her axles that her undercarriage brushed the ground.
Sheriff was going to follow when suddenly his mother 'hugged' him, crying her engine off. The Mercury winced but comforted his mother. Once the coffin had been reduced to ashes, a small amount was placed in a tiny white urn before the preacher gathered up the rest.
He waited a moment before the wind picked up suddenly and the preacher threw the ashes into the air. The gust of wind carried the ashes far away and amazingly none fell to the ground. Sheriff sighed and looked at the others, "Let's go home."
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Nearly a week passed and things were once again back to normal. Sheriff drove up with his usual smile and parked next to Sarge, "Gentleman." Sarge nodded as he and Fillmore watched the DRH pave the road, again, "Sheriff"
"Hey Sheriff."
Boost, Snot Rod, Wingo, and DJ grumbled as Bessie splurted asphalt all over them, "Hey! This is just torture! My paints getting all messed up!" Wingo yelled as he shook himself.
"Yeah I…ah…ah…ACHOO!!" Snot Rod sneezed and flames shot out of exhaust pipes.
"SNOT ROD!!! It's bad enough without your sneezing!"
"Yeah Snot Rod!" Boost froze as he stared ahead of him.
"Yo Boost, you okay? Hello, earth to Boost." DJ waved a tire in front of his friends eyes.
"What's he looking at?" Wingo asked.
"Her…" Boost pointed forward. The three confused tuners turned then gasped. For heading their way was a black and pink 2005 Mercury Montego; the front of her body started as black but faded into hot pink flames. She had shiny new hubcaps and bright pinkish blue eyes.
The Mercury smiled at them, "Hello boys." She looked up at Bessie, "I see you boys already have a date so I'll leave you five alone." She turned and pulled into Flo's, Boost never took his eyes off of her.
Mia and Tia glared at the girl; how dare she get Boost's attention! Tia slowly went over to her, "Can I help you?"
"No thank you." Tia gritted her teeth and nodded. The flamed Mercury looked around before her eyes landed on Sheriff. She suddenly smiled wide and cried out, "Sam!" Sheriff looked at her in surprise as she drove over to him.
The rest of the guys stared at her slack jawed and felt their engines heat up. Sheriff looked over at Doc who just shrugged slightly.
"Um, do I know you?" The Montego laughed and replied, "Sam! It's me, Genalia!" Sheriff gasped in surprise.
"Genalia! W-What are you doing here? A-And what happened to you?"
"Oh its my new look. What do you think?" Sheriff didn't know what to say, "I-It looks great. Genalia what are you doing here?" Genalia's cheerful attitude dampened before she popped her trunk and somehow managed to get a large box out on her on. She pushed the box towards him with a tire.
"I came to give you this. You left before I could give it to you at the funeral. It's everything your brother left you." Sheriff slowly opened the box and his eyes widened with they landed on a small white urn.
"He wanted you to have it…" Genalia said quietly.
"Thanks Genalia. I appreciate it."
"Your mother was just going to keep it all for herself but the judge had me take it before your mother could." Sheriff could tell Genalia didn't like his mother; something they shared.
"Genalia, weren't your eyes blue gray?" Doc asked as he sipped his oil.
"Yes, but it didn't match my new paint job so I got tinted contacts."
"Why did you get repainted? A police officer has to where the police colors. And where's your siren?"
Genalia shuffled her tires slightly, "Oh I resigned from the police force."
"RESIGNED!!" Sheriff yelled shocked. Genalia blinked and drew back. She knew he would be astonished but this was more then she expected.
"Why would you resign?!"
"Too many memories. Besides, my being a police officer is what got Michael killed. I'm not letting that happen again. So I resigned and I'm working as a waitress in this lovely restaurant called The Blue Mountain."
Sheriff wasn't happy with this but it's what she wanted, "Are you sure this is right for you?" The Montego nodded. "Yes, this is what I've chosen to do with my life and I'm going to stick with it."
"Well Sam, I guess this is good bye." Genalia smiled at Sheriff before pulling out of Flo's and heading back towards where she came. "See ya Sam." Genalia picked up speed and soon vanished from sight.
Doc chuckled as Sheriff watched her go. Things were once again quiet Sheriff spent the next five minutes or so going through the box when suddenly, "AAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!"
A scream echoed across the valley. Everyone jumped and Sheriff paled, "GENALIA!!" Sheriff shot off like a bullet towards the scream. The others soon followed. 'Oh dear Ford, please let her be okay.'
When Sheriff and the others got to the crash sight it mad their oil run cold. Genalia had been hit by a drunken semi. Her eyes where closed and her whole right side was destroyed.
"Oh no…" Sheriff went over to her and gently placed a tire on her good side. "Genalia, please, wake up." Genalia didn't move, she was barely breathing. "Genny…"
The Mercury Montego slowly opened her eyes and she smiled, "M-Michael says hi…" Then her eyes shut as she fell into unconsciousness.
"DOC!"
"Mater! Get her hooked up and to the clinic!"
"Yes Sir!" Mater hooked his cable under Genalia and pulled her to Doc's clinic. Doc got her in and started working on her. Sheriff paced outside the clinic; even though he barely knew her, he couldn't lose her too.
After an hour or so, Doc came back out. "Sheriff…I'm sorry…she's gone…" Sheriff's eyes widened, "No…" Doc nodded, "Im sorry Sheriff."
Sheriff looked down at the ground before Doc spoke again, "There is one other thing Sheriff…Genalia was pregnant." The black and white Mercury gasped, "P-Pregnant?! This…this is the worst thing that's ever happened to me. First I lose my brother. And now I've lost my 'sister-in-law' and my niece or nephew…"
"Well that's not entirely correct." Sheriff looked up at the Hudson, "What?"
"Look." Doc went back into his clinic and returned carrying a small bundle. Sheriff's eyes nearly popped out of his head but he took the bundle. When he opened it he saw what looked like a miniature of his brother; which was basically Sheriff but without the white in the middle and the words on his sides.
Sheriff's nephew opened his eyes and cooed. The baby's eyes were a bright blue-gray, just like his mother's.
"Genalia woke up just after I removed him from her. She asked if you would take care of her son. And, that you would name him Michael." Doc said quietly. Tears stung his eyes but Sheriff nodded before holding little Michael close. "I'll never let anything happen to you…never…"
The baby just cooed and smiled. Sheriff turned and made his way to his home so Michael could get settled, all the while being bombarded with women who wanted to see the baby.
'Things are certainly going to get interesting around here…' Sheriff thought with a smile.