Hey guys, I'm back with a new story for MD:TAS. I know this has probably done a few times since 9/11 but each author has their own style to write around such a tragedy. If you don't like it please don't flame this fic just don't continue to read it.

Disclaimer: I don't own MD:TAS nor do I make any profit from typing these stories.

Ch.1

Mid-afternoon

New York, New York

On a ferry moving across the harbor Nosedive sits quietly in the indoor area. He looks to his left as he feels a shift next to him, he sees a little girl covered in dirt asleep next to him with his jacket draped over her. A small smile crept on his face as he stared down at her but fades as he looks around. There was a lot of people as dirty as they traveling with him, some crying, some were angry, some on their cells desperately trying to reach others, while many just sat there in what seemed like a fog of disbelief. Nosedive looks to his right and catches the view that had lead him to the ferry in the first place, a tower of smoke and ash bellowing in the sky from where the twin towers once stood, looking ahead of him on the big screen in split screen view was a reporter and a replay of the early morning's events and in bold letters on the bottom "America's is Under Attack". Nosedive sighs heavily as he looks down at his wrist, his com was there but not functional. 'This brings back a lot of memories' he thought bitterly to himself as he wonders about his teammates safe back at the hotel.

9-7-01

Anaheim, Ca

"Come on Boobila it's and opportunity of a lifetime."

"For the last time Phil, we are not, I repeat are NOT posing for Duck hunters monthly." Wildwing said as he walked in to the common area with the game schedule in hand being followed by their teams manager.

"Is that the new Schedule?" Nosedive asked after looking up from his comic

"Yes it is, and I'm glad that everyone is here so I won't need to repeat myself, Cause it's a busy one."

"How many games do we have?" asked Mallory

"4 away games and 4 home, the first three games are away and are within days of each other."

"Whoa trying to work us to death Phil?" joked Duke

"It's probably payback for us ducking out of the last three photo shoots." responded Nosedive

"Hey we had to save the world, don't you think that would of given us a reprieve," said Tanya

"Oh yeah, I think I actually thanked Siege for causing trouble that day." said Nosedive

"Anyway, as I was saying the first away game is in Boston, Ma on the 9th against the Bruins, then the NY Rangers at Madison Square Garden on the 12th and the NY Islanders at Nassau Coliseum on the 13th."

"Wow that is a lot." said Tanya

"I'm telling you it's payback."

"Ok, ok that's enough. We'll practice tomorrow morning then head for Boston tomorrow night." said Wildwing

"Should we contact the Xanatos's to let them know we'll be in the area on the 11th?" asked Mallory

"No can do, I talked to Lex a few days ago and they just left for their 2nd honeymoon in the Caribbean and won't be back till 21st." said Nosedive

"We can check into a hotel, just make sure we have everything. Oh and Nosedive here's a copy of our schedule, make sure that Cheyenne goes over this with the dance team and that we'll be leaving tomorrow."

"That's a roger." Nosedive takes a the paper and heads off to the practice studio where he heard "Let it Ride" from the "Take the lead Soundtrack"

Nosedive peaks in and sees the team practicing the routine. It was a mix of Hip Hop and ballet, Cheyenne who was leading the practice saw Nosedive watching and danced to the back and pulled him in and started a salsa with him. Everyone stopped and started cheering and free styling when the song ended Nosedive dipped Cheyenne amongst the whoops and hollers.

"So what brings you up here Dive?" She asks

"This weeks game sched and it's a doozy."

Cheyenne looks at it them at him "Dang. Phil must be getting even about those photo shoots ya'll missed."

"That's exactly what I said." Nosedive responded "We are heading out for Boston tomorrow night."

"Good that'll give us one more practice before we leave. Now gettouta here so we can finish."

"Later guys."

Nosedive was in the elevator heading to the living quarters when his com went off.

"Kid, Drake one has gone off, meet us in the hanger." said Duke

"On my way"

'so much for kicking back for a bit.' Nosedive though and he changed the elevators destination.

9-9-01

Boston, Ma

"Whew, What a game!" exclaimed Duke after entering their hotel common room

"I know but what a save by Wing, I thought that puck got past him for a sec there." said Nosedive

"Lets not forget your miracle last minute, game winning goal from center ice." said Mallory

"Yeah, I'm still trying to figure out that one." said Tanya

"One must never look to hard for a not so clear answer." toned Grin

"I gotta tell ya, you wouldn't be able to do that again if you tried." said Cheyenne walking up to everyone.

"Is that a challenge?"

"Oh stars, no Chey don't challenge him cause he will try" said Wildwing

"I would too." Nosedive added

Everyone laughed as Wildwing gave Nosedive a small noogie

"Come on guys we have a long drive to NYC tomorrow so lets get some rest." said Wildwing

The team went into their rooms and settled in for the night.

9-10-01

I-95 Bronx, NY

"So where are we staying at?" asked Nosedive looking out the window

"The Plaza Hotel on 5th Ave" responded Wildwing

"Ooh I hear that hotel is host to a lot of foreign diplomats and dignitaries." said Duke

"Yep and now they're hosting us."

"Cool."

"We'll be able to practice at the garden this evening and tomorrow evening while the Rangers practice in the morning." Wildwing continued

"So that means we can explore a bit in the morning, sweet." said Nosedive.

"I thought you would want to hang out with Lexington?" asked Mallory

"Stone by day Warriors by night, remember?"

"Oh, right."

Wildwing drove across the bridge to hit the Harlem River Dr. heading towards their hotel.

Later that night they were on the ice at the garden warming up when the manager came in and walked up to Phil and Wildwing.

"I appreciate the fact that your team altered their practice time to accommodate us." said Wildwing

"Not a problem, I want to make sure that you get some practice time in without being bothered by anyone besides, we want a good game from you guys especially after the game we saw in Boston last night." said the manager

"You can count on it."

"I better get going, kids piano recital tonight. you have a good evening."

"You too."

Wildwing joined the others out on the ice and they started practice.

Back at the hotel Nosedive was sitting in bed jotting stuff down on a notepad when Wildwing walked in.

"Making a list of things to see?"

"Yeah last time I was here I spent most of it tracking Lex and the others, just trying to make up for lost time."

"Now that the Quarrymen and their founder are in jail I feel a little more comfortable about being here."

"Yeah I'm glad that they're no longer being hunted and now have the respect of the city. According to Goliath it has been a long time coming."

"Well we have to make sure before we leave to pay them a short visit."

"Great."

"Now get some sleep, if you want an early start to the morning."

Wildwing turned off the light and settled in to his bed. Nosedive puts his notepad on the nightstand and settles in himself, looking forward to the day of exploring that lay ahead. Little did he realize that tomorrow his life as well as the lives of millions would be changed forever.

So what'cha think? Let me know and stay tuned for ch 2.