Oh hey. This takes place after the last episode of Season 2.
It's M 'cause eventually we'll be getting bad in here. lol And the characters are Ben and Kevin, 'cause eventually we'll be getting some Bevin action. So, yeah. More in my Author's Comments at the bottom.
It was over, all the fighting and mass mayhem. Ben sat in his room looking down at the omnitrix, memories of the week before flowed freely in his mind. So much had happened and now it was an all finished. He glanced slightly over at the picture on his desk. It was picture of his team, Gwen, Kevin and himself. After the fight Kevin disappeared, and Gwen locked herself within her room. She had refused to come out ever since they had returned.
Ben sighed, he knew she thought she was a danger to humankind. She was an Anadite, and when she lost control in the fight she feared it would happen again. Ben was alone for the time being, his thoughts filled with what was to come.
Ben needed a pick-me-up.
He decided, since there was nothing better to do, he'd head down to Mr. Smoothie. He could be happy in the respect that nothing would attempt on his life on the way there.
He trudged down the stairs, sighing half way down. He headed straight for what he thought would become his mortal enemy for the next year; his bike. Only now did he realize just how convenient Kevin actually was- what with the car and everything.
The old red bike had been collecting dust in the garage for a while now. When Ben moved it, loud screeches and squeals emerged from the rusty metal death machine. "Wonderful" he groaned. Even the cobwebs tacked all over the bike had cobwebs.
"Just great." Ben mumbled dusting away the cobwebs. He mounted the bike and a wave of nostalgia washed over him. The funny feeling of being younger again. Everything had worked out for the best, he only had one major thought on his mind. Where was Kevin? Ben focused on what happened at that time trying to remember anything.
Ben had just finished sending Julie home when he noticed Kevin walking off, Gwen hot on heels. They seemed like they were arguing over something but Ben had no idea what they were fighting about. Ben hadn't heard any of their conversation at that time, but he just had a feeling Kevin left because of him.
"Kevin you can't be serious, you're a part of this team." Gwen yelled after him.
"I don't care, I've got to go. Just for a while, to find myself." Kevin stopped and looked back at her. "You have no idea how I felt out there."
Gwen's expression grew sad. "Yes, I do understand Kevin." she stopped.
Kevin knew what she meant, but he couldn't return her feelings. Taking one last glance back Kevin turned on his heel and walked off. Leaving everything he held dear behind for now.
"He'll be back." Gwen said quietly, she turned to look at Ben. "He won't leave you."
He shook his head, in a futile attempt to clear his thoughts. He wouldn't let the past bug him. Even if it was only a week or so ago. He rode out of his neighborhood onward to Mr. Smoothie. As much as that would bring back more memories from the team's easier days, it'd also calm his mind.
And his stomach.
Pulling up to the familiar stand. Locking up his bike, he proceeded to order something outrageous.
"I'll have a sweet potato smoothie." Ben chirped to the older teen behind the counter.
The blond girl cringed slightly, but nodded. "Anything else?" She punched his order in the register.
Ben looked thoughtful for a moment. "I guess I'll also have a vanilla shake." He'd mix this shake with his sweet potato smoothie- in honor of the old days. He gave the blond the money and went to sit.
He chose to sit at a table close to his bike. Some kids were crafty when they tried to steal them these days- they brought chain snappers. Ben first tasted the Sweet Potato smoothie. It was wonderful, just as he expected. He then proceeded to stuff the straws of both beverages into his mouth, simultaneously sipping both. They tasted wonderful together, much to his surprise. Ben then ripped the top off of the sweet potato smoothie and dumped the vanilla shake into it. He shook the cup vigorously before replacing the top and sipping contently from it.
Ben found his way to a nearby bench and sat down, he was utterly alone at this time. But drinking the smoothie made him feel a little lighthearted. That was until heard two familiar laughs making their way closer to him.
"Hey Tennyson, where's your crew?" Cash laughed out, looking around.
"Yeah? Did they abandon you or something?" Ben turned away from JT as he said that.
"Hah, looks like you were right JT. Kevin isn't here anymore to save you Tennyson, you better be ready for a fight."
Ben slammed his cup on the table, the forced caused the lid to pop off and vanilla sweet potato smoothie went flying all over the three boys.
"Ugh, disgusting! Tennyson you'll pay for this you know!" Cash threatened pointing a finger at Ben.
"You know what Cash, I said it once and I'll say it again. You're not worth it, yeah Kevin isn't here and neither is Gwen but I don't need to fight to solve my problems." Ben grabbed his things and made his towards his bike.
Infuriated, Cash chased after Ben, and grabbed the back of his signature green leather jacket. "I don't care if you think I'm worth it or not, Tennyson!" Cash said pulling Ben backwards, causing him to fall straight on his back. "I also don't care if you fight back. I'm gonna pound you no matter what!" Cash pulled his fist back and lurched it forward in attempt to hit Ben square between his eyes.
Ben rolled out of the way, missing Cash's fist by inches. Ben hopped to his feet and prepared his omnitrix. He looked at Cash square in the face, and his arm fell to his side. Not even worth it. He reminded himself. Not even worth it. Not worth exposing the secret. Cash laughed.
"I like your watch, Tennyson. Where'd you get it? The Toy Store?" Cash grinned, pulling his arm back again. "
But Ben was too fast for him and rolled out of the way. Resisting the urge to absolutely obliterate Cash- Ben quickly unlocked his bike and, just as quickly, left.
He was pedaling so quickly his feet became sore before he was halfway home. Ben looked behind him, making sure Cash wasn't following. Luckily for him, he wasn't. The brunette didn't think he could stop himself from kicking Cash's ass a third time. He started to pedal slower now. His thoughts wandered as he began to relax again. They wandered to the few lazy days he had with his team. He never realized just how much he cared for them. He even cared for his dreadful cousin Gwen.
Before long, he was home again and he noticed someone on his steps. His heart pounded, he couldn't make out who it was but he hoped it was a certain ex-con. As he sped up the figure stood, and his heart fell. It was Gwen; she stood there waiting for him a look of sheer depression etched into her features. Was she that tore up about not being able to control her powers or was it because of Kevin's absence. He took his bike back to the shed and walked around towards Gwen.
"Hey." she whispered walking towards him. She waved slightly and looked at Ben's appearance. "Did Cash do this?"
Ben nodded, sure it wasn't all Cash's fault but he felt like blaming someone. "I see you're out of the house finally. You okay?"
Gwen just nodded, as Ben pulled out his keys and opened the front door Gwen spoke again. "I'm leaving."
Ben turned shocked at the words coming from her mouth. "What?"
"I'm leaving, I contacted grandma Verdona." Gwen looked at the ground. "I told her I would train with her, only if she made me another body like this one after I've learned all I need to know."
Ben grabbed her shoulders forcing her eyes to his. "What the hell! So you messed up, big deal I do it all the time. You don't have to destroy your self to make up for it."
Gwen shook her head. "No Ben, I do. I have nothing left here, besides what if it happens again. I don't want to hurt you or anyone else. I have to do this, I need to do this. If embracing my true Anadite will help me in figuring out my powers I want to do that." She removed Ben's hands and smiled.
"Gwen, you don't have to do this." Ben's worried expression was plastered all over his face. He didn't like the idea of being by himself. Kevin was gone, and now Gwen was leaving too. Just who exactly was going to be there for him? Julie? He didn't like that idea. "Think about your parents, Gwen." He picked up Gwen's hands in his. "And the rest of your family..."
"Ben, we both know this will be for the best." Gwen's green eyes sparkled with the start of a tear. "And it'll only be for... only for seventy-five years, maybe." Gwen looked away from Ben. She knew she wouldn't be able to hold her tears for much longer. She needed to leave now. Her good-bye was already drawn out. Gwen never realized how strong Ben's grip was.
Ben sniffed softly. "Gwen, don't leave- please?" He whispered quietly. She turned to him, a tear streaming down her face. "Gwen- "
Gwen quickly pulled Ben to her and planted a hard kiss on his lips. Just as quickly, she pulled back and walked backwards until their hands couldn't reach each other. "Good Bye, Ben." She spared him one last smile before she turned and flew off in the opposite direction.
Ben sucked in a deep breath and called out to her. "You better come back, Gwendylon Tennyson!" He yelled to her. "In one piece!"
Gwen turned quickly and waved making a quiet promise to herself. She was right though she had nothing left here, there was no emotion in that kiss.
This is actually a Collab work with my BFF, idk if she has a account, so. xD But We've been working on this for a while. There will be a total of three important OCs. None of which will be paired with Ben or Kevin, don't worry. So, yeah. Not much else to say.
Edit: I noticed some things that were supposed to be in italics that weren't. So I fixed it. Sorry for any confusion that may have been had.
-Owlett