A/N: I had the idea and just wanted to roll with it. I don't expect it to be that good (or unique; someone has probably done/thought up something like this out there already) or anything but why not give it a shot, right? So in this FF, the coupling is the Lorax and the Once-ler, but here is the catch: This is a "What-if-the-Lorax-had-the-body/form-of-a-human-female" type of story. It's funny because normally I wouldn't go for (or read) these types of FF (believe me, I am a huge Oncest fan) but oh well, I give in!
Whenever I see the actual movie "The Lorax", I always think of Audrey as an almost "reincarnation-like" version of the Lorax (due to their similar physical features, their colors, passion for the trees, etc). So the character I envision as the female/human-form of the Lorax looks similar to her but not identical (I feel her hair would be much longer, she'd were mainly yellow, maybe her skin pigmentation would be a tint more orange to show that she has a more mystical, forest-guardian vibe…GAH! I DON'T KNOW! IMAGINE WHAT YOU WANT! [lol]). Any who, I am following the basic plot line and dialogue of the movie [and I will as well be using the book], but very loosely (I'M SORRY IF YOU NO LIKEY). Dialogue will be changed and there will be added in scenes (I love the movie so much, so don't think I'm trying to improve or bash it or something when I do change things!). Whatever I do change/add-in is so it can flow better (it's fanfiction people), and I will try SO HARD to keep the vibe of the movie/book/story as best as I can. I don't plan on lemons in this FF but you never know with me (heh. If there is I will tell you *puts hand on heart* I promise). Okay, that's enough background info./author's note. Enjoy~
Chapter 1: It All Started a Long, Long Time Ago...
It all began with the trees…so it only makes sense that it would end with them, huh? And to begin such a story…it takes pure art and skill to help visualize. He does tell it so well, does he not? Well, I guess I should just start from the beginning:
I'll never forget the first time I met the Once-ler; what an erratic guy but yet his charm and wits made him ever so likeable. It's sad to say that we met in such dreary circumstances, but it had to be done. This is the story of us, how we met, what we said, and much much more. So pay attention please, save questions until the end...I hope I do not sound like a bore.
It was a sunny afternoon a long, long time ago when I was first released from a stump of a newly chopped Truffula Tree. I will never forget the painful sight it was to see. Such a beautiful Truffula cut down so quickly, oh how I felt such pain in my heart; I only wished I could have been able to stop it. Not knowing what else to do, I began laying stones around the stump. I was soon surrounded by the creatures of the Truffula Forest, which soon began to copy my actions. I was touched to see how they wanted to aid me and how we bonded so strongly within this moment; it was then that I realized why I was there: I was the only thing protecting them and their home. It just didn't make sense, who could do such a stupid thing?
My attention was drawn away from the stump to see an unusually tall human bending over a newly chopped Truffula top. I glared from afar and zipped my way to his location. He did not notice me behind him; I eyed his house with distaste and finally understood the situation.
I watched as the tall fellow groomed through the tufts, humming a cheery tune, before turning around to hear me give out a quick "hey" to him. He was taken aback by my presence and fell to the floor, kicking his legs comically as he stared up at me.
"Did you cut down this tree?" I said ever so sternly.
His stare was attempting to make out who or what I was, but the question shocked him a little, "Uh…No..." he raised himself off the ground slightly, "Who did it?" he questioned his surroundings. Suddenly, he gasped and pointed a finger afar, "What's that!"
As I turned my head to see what he was baffling about I suddenly heard a thump. I turned back to see a young Bar-ba-loot cub being squashed by an axe.
The stranger spoke again, "I think he did it."
I stared at the human un-amused and let out a short sigh; he had to go, "Leave! Vacate the premises! Take your axe and get out!" Crossing my arms, I turned around hoping the young man got the message: he was not welcomed here. Out of nowhere I felt a finger poke my side, throwing me completely off guard.
I turned to meet that smug face of his; "And who are you?"
I stared at him in disbelief, "Wha…What? I-I'm the Lorax. Guardian of the forest," I gestured to all of the Truffulas surrounding myself, "I speak for the trees."
He gave me a slight shrug and put a finger under his chin inspecting me.
I huffed in anger, "So you're telling me you just didn't see me magically appear out of that stump? With all the lightning and thunder and stuff. You didn't see any of that?"
Now I had his interest, "No, but that sounds amazing. Can I see some of that?"
"Yeah I could show you…but that's not how it works."
He stayed silent for a second and let out a light chuckle, "Uh okay, didn't really happen. Oh! I know what you want," he began fumbling in his pockets.
I was blown. This guy was…an idiot.
Before I could even say another word he suddenly shoved something in my face, "You want a sweet huh? You little guys seem to love these." I stared as he waved an unusual object in front of my face.
My brows furrowed in aggravation, "How dare you, give me that!" I quickly glanced to what I had just snatched and was shocked to see it was food. I quickly inspected the tiny morsel and gave it a quick whiff, it actually looked appetizing. I gave in, "Well…I'm going to eat this, but it doesn't mean anything."
No doubt the most delicious thing I've ever had…
But I couldn't let that distract me!
Before the human could even begin asking me more stupid questions I silently walked over to a peg in the ground, holding that oddly shaped house erect. I turned to merely glance at the human; he gave me a questioning look. With a swift motion, I kicked the peg out of the ground and watched as it flew to the air, causing the house walls to begin to falter.
Oh the tree hacker was not amused one bit. He ran to me angered by my action and tried to save his poor house yelling out, "Hey! What are you-STOP!"
But I didn't listen. I continued to run around his tent-like house, yelling out, "Time for you to go beanpole!" and continued flicking out all the other supporting pegs, only to see the stubborn human running right behind me to hammer them back in!
After awhile it seemed more like a game then an actual eviction and I didn't say much to the stranger until I saw him about to do another stupid thing. Within the atmosphere of our cat and mouse chase, the same Bar-ba-loot cub had got caught up in the frenzy. I went to a halt to see the young man almost about to hurt the poor cub.
I yelled out to him "Stop right there! Stop it!"
Caught off by my voice, he looked at the fuzzy creature in his hand, letting it go in shock.
The tiny Bar-ba-loot fell to the floor with a relieved sigh.
I ran over to it, picking its small frame up in my hands. I cradled it gently, "So you would actually hammer one of nature's innocent creatures,"
Pleased to be out of harms way, the cub happily left my arms and ran to a gathering swarm of Bar-ba-loots.
"What?! No, I would never hurt this little guy," he pushed the hammer in my view, "You on the other hand, I would gladly-"
I turned to the crowd of animals watching our scene, "Behold! The intruder and his violent ways." I gave the tree hacker a disapproving look, "Shame on you. For shame!"
It was me, all the creatures of the Truffula Forest, against this one human. His mood changed like the flick of a switch, were all humans this bipolar?
The tree hacker's brows furrowed, "Alright, you know what, that is it! You listen to me shorty, I'm gonna chop down as many trees as I need, okay? Newsflash: NOT GOING ANYWHERE!" He stormed off to the house's doorway, my glare following him until he stopped and turned around, "END OF STORY!" He then slammed the door, but not before immaturely sticking his tongue out at me.
As soon as he slammed the door, I used my powers to teleport into the stranger's house; it surprisingly wasn't as bad as it looked from the outside. I rested myself against a wall and watched as the human was easily startled by the sight of me once again.
He grabbed at his heart, "H-how did you?"
"Never mind that," I approached him slowly, "Look," I cleared my throat, "I don't want there to be any…hatred between us, okay? Seriously, you seem like a nice guy and all…but still, I can't let you do this. You…you need to go."
He gave me a strange look, almost like he thought I was kidding, but then spoke more calmly, "See here, uh, Lorax," he propped himself against a desk, "I traveled here with one intention only: to create something new, revolutionary even, and that is just what I intend to do. So…" He lightly pushed me towards the door, "If you can't deal with that, you can just go."
I turned around and pushed him back away from me, "Are you serious! You don't even care what you are doing? Don't you understand what will-AGH!" I yelled out at him in frustration. I clenched my hands into fists and shut my eyes tightly in anger.
He was shocked by my sudden burst of discomfort, "Look-Look, just calm down and listen to me-"
"No! I don't want to hear your excuses right now," I exhaled deeply and I gave the human a grave stare, "Then you leave me no choice," I closed the gap between the two of us, causing him to bump more into the desk; giving me a confused look. I pointed an accusing finger at him, "If you're not gone by the time the sun sets on this valley, all the forces of nature will be unleashed upon you and curse you until the end of your days! You have been warned." Adjusting my posture I cleared my throat and reached for the door handle, "Goodbye imbecile."
As I stormed out of the door, I heard a yell from behind, "The name is Once-ler you…nuisance!"
I slammed the door shut and stayed pressed against it for a moment, trying to calm my nerves.
As I walked away from the scene, I noticed how the animals of the Truffula Forest watched me. I sat myself against a crème colored tree and crossed my arms in anger. That idiot, that…Once-ler! Even his name shot my nerves up in fury. I suddenly found myself surrounded in a flock of Bar-ba-loot s, Swomee-Swans, and Humming-Fish; they all had the same look in their eyes: they all desired to make me feel better. I sighed and smiled lightly at them. That's right, I couldn't let my anger stop me! I needed to protect them.
I turned around to look at the odd tent-like house. Swiftly, I stood up from my seat and made a resolution.
I stood before all of the precious creatures of my forest and spoke loudly:
"Don't worry my boys, I won't give up!"
The Bar-ba-loot s, Swomee-Swans, and Humming-Fish all store up at me with smiles on their faces.
A small smirk formed on my lips, "Once-ler has to go."
So I then knew what I had to do, and I was going to make sure that that ignorant Once-ler was to listen to what I had to say, whether he wanted to or not. But hey, that seems like a lot for one night. If you want to hear more… then show your guts and review.
A/N: Haha (how was it?), oh yeah, please review people! I need to know whether I should continue this or just drop it from here; I don't want to be posting for no reason like an idiot. The more reviews I get the faster I upload. I also encourage constructive criticism and any other vital points you viewers may have; especially on writing the part of the Lorax and other changes I have made in the dialogues/scenes. Please don't be shy with me (just don't get rude/snippy/BLEH). Thanks for reading, hope to see you soon! Sorry for grammar mistakes (point em' out)!
P.s. I feel that the beginning is too short, what do you guys think?
P.p.s. If I do decide to continue, I am debating on whether or not to keep the "bed in river scene". Should I keep it in? (I have other things planned) If I do include that scene in my story, I NEED HELP WRITING IT! [lol]