In The Nick of Time
Chapter 1: To the Rescue
A/N: Hey, everyone, I'm so excited to be bringing you this alternate universe Truth and Lies tale. It's something I thought of once I found out Renet was going to be featured in the sow, but I decided to wait until I saw an episode with Renet in it so I could learn about her character. Now I have, so I feel it's time to bring you this story that I've had in my head for a long time. It's going to be a very interesting story, though I won't spoil all of it just now. You'll have to read and find out. If you haven't read Truth and Lies, I suggest you do that to get a gist for this story or you'll be confused. I hope you all enjoy it.
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Summary: What if the Turtles had been able to save April from getting killed? When Apprentice Time Mistress Renet appears, the Turtles make a decision that changes all of their lives forever. A Truth and Lies AU novel.
Apprentice Time Mistress Renet sighed as she gazed through the Orb of Hindsight. She saw the legendary Turtle warriors looking dejected and knew what it was about. She had discovered that they were going to face more challenges and that it wasn't going to be pretty either. She was angry about what had happened to their friend April and that her sister, Robyn, had escaped before they could bring her to justice. And now they were going to have to deal with more trouble than they had before.
Renet steeled herself and made a decision. She just couldn't allow that to happen. There had to be a way to change what had happened in the past. Closing her eyes, she focused on the Time Scepter and disappeared to do damage control.
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Meanwhile, the Turtles were on patrol as usual though they were high on alert. It had been a few weeks since they'd almost died in the fire Robyn O'Neil had set to kill them for good, and they were worried because they had no idea if she had escaped or perished in the blaze.
Leo sighed. "Okay, guys, it doesn't look like there's much action here," he said. "We should probably go home."
"Aw, man, I didn't get to kick one single butt today," Raph complained.
"Don't worry, Raph, I'm sure you'll get to kick someone's butt soon," Mikey reassured him.
"Yeah, he'll probably kick yours," Donnie quipped.
Just as Leo was about to lead them home, a white portal appeared out of nowhere, expelling a girl who looked to be a teenager. As one, the Turtles took out their weapons and got into fighting stances.
"Looks like I might get to kick some butt after all," Raph commented.
The girl looked at them with awe. "So you're the legendary Turtle warriors," she said. "I've heard so much about you."
"Wait, you know about us?" Leo asked her.
"Of course I do," she answered. "I'm Renet, Apprentice Time Mistress. I've been keeping an eye on you for a long time. I'm really sorry about what almost happened to you."
"Um, thanks," Leo said. "So what brings you here?"
"Well, I've been looking at the Orb of Hindsight, and I've found out exactly what's going to happen to you in the future," she replied.
"Ooh, do we start our own band?" Mikey asked eagerly.
"No, you don't start a band," she answered. "But I do know that things aren't going to be looking up for you after this incident."
"Wait, if you can see the future, do you know if Robyn escaped the fire?" Don asked her.
Renet nodded. "Yes, she did," she responded. "And it's only going to get worse from here."
"Look, Lady, we appreciate the help, but I think we can handle Robyn," Raph said.
"I don't think you realize who you're dealing with," Renet said. "This may not end well for all of you."
"So why are you here then?" Raph demanded.
"Well, after looking at the Orb, I figured out there's a way to prevent all of this from happening," Renet explained. "I can take you back in time to before April was killed and you can stop Robyn from hurting her."
"So, if we stop Robyn from killing April, we can stop everything that's already happened?" Leo clarified.
"Maybe we could kill Robyn, too," Raph said.
"I don't think killing her will work," Renet said. "That could alter the timeline even more, and I don't think April would be too happy with you."
"So what are we supposed to do then?" demanded Raph.
"Duh, it's obvious," said Mikey. "We stop Robyn from killing April and try to reform her." Then he looked at Renet. "Are you coming, too?"
"Well, yeah, I kind of have to," Renet replied.
Mikey's blue eyes lit up. "Sweet!" he cheered. "Because I think you're pretty cool."
"And I think you're pretty cute, Mikey," Renet said with a smile.
Mikey nudged Leo. "Did you hear that, Leo? She said I'm cute."
"Yes, Mikey, I heard her," Leo replied. He turned to Renet. "So, you'll take us back in time to stop April from getting killed. Are you sure that's going to work?"
"It'll totally work," Renet reassured him. "Will you do it?"
Leo seemed a little torn. On one hand, they could change everything that had happened to them and get April back safe and sound. On the other hand, they still would have to content with Robyn, and they weren't sure if she'd try to kill them then and there. "Well, I think it's worth a shot," he said. "What do you guys think?"
"I'm all for it," Mikey replied. "And after this is over, maybe you and I can get some alone time, Renet."
Renet laughed. "We'll see, Mikey," she said.
"I think this is impossible, but I'm willing to give it a shot," Don said.
"Raph, what about you?" Leo asked his brother.
Raph sighed. "I don't know if this is a good idea, but if you guys believe it'll work, then I'm game," he replied. "But if this goes wrong, I'm gonna kick all of your shells."
"Then it's settled then," Leo declared. "Do your stuff, Renet."
Renet nodded and had the Time Scepter create a portal which they all went through. When they landed, they were on one of the rooftops in New York.
"Did we travel to the right time?" Leo asked.
"Yes, we did," Don said. "There's April."
The Turtles looked and saw their friend walking down the street. Then they saw Robyn stepping out and confronting her.
"Yep, we've definitely landed in the right time," Leo remarked.
"So, what do we do?" Raph asked.
"Let's just wait and see what happens first," Leo said. "I'll give the signal to intervene."
They watched as April and Robyn talked and then Robyn took a step toward April, getting ready to do what she came to do.
"Looks like that's our cue," Leo said. He motioned to his brothers, and they leapt down, surrounding April and forming a protective barrier with Renet joining them.
"Who are you freaks?" Robyn demanded.
"We're April's friends, and we're here to make sure you don't complete your nefarious plan," Leo replied in his best heroic voice.
Raph rolled his eyes. "Really, Leo?" he grumbled.
"Guys, I told you not to follow me!" April snapped.
"Be glad that they're here, April," Renet said. "Your sister is totally planning on killing you, and I don't think you want that."
April gaped at her sister. "Why would you do that?" she demanded.
"Because I hate you," Robyn replied. "You're the reason Mom died and the reason I got sent to the nuthouse."
"Robyn, you pulled a knife on me," April reminded her. "That wasn't exactly the best way to handle things."
"Who cares? Now I can finish you off and kill your freak friends as well."
The Turtles moved closer around April, their weapons held at the ready.
"I'd like to see you try," Raph challenged. "Leo, can I please kill her now?"
"No one's going to die," Leo declared. "I have a better idea."
"And what's that?" Mikey asked.
"We take Robyn with us," Leo said. "She can be counseled by Master Splinter and that way she won't be a threat to April because she won't be living with her."
"Um, Leo, don't you remember that she's a psychotic killing machine?" Donnie reminded him. "Do you really think Sensei is going to put up with that?"
"Look, Donnie, we're ninjas and she's not," Leo replied. "We can handle ourselves, and I'm sure Master Splinter will be able to handle her as well. She won't try anything with him around."
"Guys, I appreciate this, but is this really what you want to do?" April asked.
"If it keeps you safe, then we'll do whatever we can to make sure that happens," Leo replied. He looked to his brothers who nodded in confirmation.
"So, who's your friend?" April asked them.
"I'm Renet, Apprentice Time Mistress," Renet replied. "Nice to meet you, April."
"Likewise," April said.
"Renet, are you sure this is a good idea?" Don asked her.
"It's totally a good idea," Renet responded. "I've seen the future of this timeline and you guys are, like, totally safe from harm. And it'll be good for all of you to do this."
Before any of them could respond, another portal appeared and a huge head came out. "Renet, what do you think you are doing?" it boomed.
"Holy shit!" Raph gasped. "Who's that?"
Renet groaned. "That's Lord Simultaneous, the Time Master who I work for. And it looks like I'm so busted."
"What do you have to say for yourself, young lady?" Lord Simultaneous demanded.
"I'm sorry, Lord Simultaneous, but I had to do this," Renet replied. "I just felt bad for the Turtles, and I think this will be a good thing for them."
"You should come back here right now," Lord Simultaneous commanded.
"Aww, but I was gonna ask her out on a date," Mikey complained. "Can't she stay with us, Time Dude?"
"Yeah, I'd love to stay here," Renet said. "Can I do that?"
"I'm sorry, but you cannot do that," Lord Simultaneous said. "However, I will allow you to visit at least once a month, provided that you finish your punishment of dusting."
"Oh, grock, I knew there was a catch," Renet moaned. "Okay, I'm all for it. Thanks."
"You're quite welcome. Now come home at once."
"Well, I guess this is goodbye for now, guys. But I promise I'll be back soon. Good luck."
"Goodbye, Renet," said Mikey. "I won't forget you." He gave her a big hug, which she returned.
"I won't forget you either, Mikey," Renet said as she kissed Mikey on the lips. Then she disappeared through the portal that had been set up for her.
"So now what?" Raph asked.
"Now we take Robyn to Sensei and go from there," Leo answered.
A/N: So that's the end of that chapter. I hope you liked it, and I can't wait to bring you more of this story as time goes on. I just love Renet and I had fun writing her in this story. I'll definitely be adding more with her in this story, too. Feel free to leave a review and have a shelltastic day.