Go Bananas
Chapter 1
Note: This is my first Regular Show story, so please bare with me if I mess something up, such as grammatical errors, not keeping someone in character, etc. Thank you, and enjoy the story!
It was the start of another, seemingly regular day at the park. All of the park workers were sitting on the steps of the house, waiting for Benson to arrive so he could assign the workers their chores for the day.
Just like any other day at the park, however, it was going to be more than just a regular day, but more on that later.
Now, if you know Mordecai and Rigby well, you know that they usually do not wear clothes, or any type of clothing for that matter; except on special occasions, that is. Today, however, just so happened to be a special occasion.
Mordecai and Rigby were each wearing a red t-shirt in their respective sizes. Their shirts said 'I RAN WITH THE APES', all in capital letters, and in black printing.
Now, what does the shirt mean, you ask? Well, there was an event going on that day called the 'Running of the Apes'. The concept of the event is that apes are released from their habitats at a local zoo not too far off from the park. Participants try to outrun the apes as the apes chase participants around a course on the town. The park is included in the course, meaning participants will pass through the park while being chased by apes.
If you've heard of the 'Running of the Bulls' event that happens in Pamplona, Spain, it is a similar concept.
Mordecai and Rigby were really excited about the event that was happening later that day.
"I can't believe the day is finally here!" Mordecai exclaimed.
"I know, man," Rigby said, "I could hardly sleep a wink last night just thinking about it."
"Are you ladies talking about the running of the apes event today?" Muscle Man asked.
"Yeah, we are!" Mordecai replied, "We've been waiting for this event since last month."
"I know, dudes. I can't wait for it either!"
"You mean you're going to participate in the event, too?" Rigby asked.
"What? No way, bros," Muscle Man answered, "I may live on the edge, but I am not that crazy. I just like to see the apes going wild around town, and chasing everyone."
"Pardon me for eavesdropping, but are you two going to participate in the running of the apes?" Pops asked.
"You know it!" Rigby exclaimed.
"Good luck with that," Skips said, "There's no way Benson is going to let you two participate in that event. It is extremely dangerous."
"I must agree with Skips, Mordecai and Rigby," Pops said, "You could get really hurt from participating."
"Besides, it's more fun to watch, anyway," High-Five Ghost added.
"What's the fun in watching the event?" Mordecai asked.
"Yeah, It's more fun to be apart of the action than to just watch the action." Rigby agreed.
"Hey, you know who else finds it more fun to be apart of the action?" Muscle Man asked.
Before Muscle Man could finish his joke, Benson showed up to the house with his clipboard in tow.
"Alright, good morning, everyone," Benson greeted his co-workers, "I'm sorry I'm late. We have a big day today, as today is the 'Running of the Apes' event, and we need to get the park set up for the event since the park is apart of the course for the event. Now, I for one am not a big fan of events like these because I think they're stupid. However, this event is a fan favorite around town, and there's nothing that we can really do to put an end to it. Anyway, here are your assignments for today. Pops and Skips, I want you two to put down signs around the park that direct the participants where to go along the course. You will find those signs in the shed. Muscle Man and High-Five Ghost, I want you two to set up decorations around the park for the event. You will find the decorations at the house in the closet. Mordecai and Rigby, I need you to stay for a moment because I need to talk to you both. We need to get all of these tasks done before this afternoon, so let's move out."
All of the park workers except for Mordecai and Rigby went off to go do their tasks. Now, it was just Mordecai, Rigby, and Benson.
Mordecai and Rigby got up from the steps, and went over to Benson.
"Hey, Benson," Mordecai greeted, "Before you talk to us, can we ask you a question?"
Benson sighed. "What is it?" he asked.
"Rigby and I are really excited about the running with the apes event today, and would love to participate in it. Is it possible for us to take a day off today so we can go to the event?"
"We promise we'll double up on whatever we need to do today tomorrow," Rigby added.
Benson smiled, and began to laugh.
Mordecai and Rigby started laughing along with Benson when they saw this.
"What's so funny, Benson?" Mordecai asked.
"Double up?" Benson repeated, "DOUBLE UP!?"
Benson stopped laughing when he said the latter, and became livid.
"You two didn't even complete yesterday's chores!" Benson exclaimed, "Ergo, you are already doubling up today!"
"Then we'll triple up tomorrow," Rigby said.
"That's not how it works! Everyday, you are supposed to complete the chores I assign you. Instead, however, you two decide to slack off, just like you two did yesterday."
"We were practicing for the event,"
"That's not an excuse! And even if you completed all of your work before the event, I still would not allow you two to participate. Do you realize how extremely dangerous that event is? Many of the participants have to go the hospital for sustaining serious injuries at the event. One person even died the last time this event was held."
"But this is a once in a lifetime opportunity," Mordecai complained.
"Yeah, we may never get to experience something like this again," Rigby added.
"I really don't care," Benson retorted, "As your boss, I need to be concerned about your safety. If you finish your chores early, which I know you won't, I won't mind if you can watch the event from a safe distance; I just don't want you two to be apart of the event. Anyway, here are the chores you need to do for the day, in addition to the ones you were supposed to do yesterday."
Benson handed Mordecai and Rigby a list of chores that needed to be done.
"I expect all of these chores to be done by the end of the day," Benson said.
Benson went up the steps to the house, and opened the door, going inside.
"Oh, and one more thing," Benson said as he turned towards Mordecai and Rigby, "If I see or find out that you two ditched work to participate in the event, YOU'RE FIRED!"
Benson's face turned red when he threatened to fire Mordecai and Rigby. Then, he shut the door once he was inside the house.
Mordecai and Rigby looked at the list of chores that they had to do for the day.
"Man, all of these chores are gonna take all day," Rigby complained, "The event will be over by the time these chores are done."
Mordecai and Rigby looked at each other.
"We're still gonna ditch our jobs and try to attend the event, right?" Rigby asked.
"Yeah, we are!" Mordecai exclaimed.
"WOOAAAHHHH!" Mordecai and Rigby exclaimed while they each waved one of their arms in a circular motion.
Both Mordecai and Rigby knew that Benson was not going to stick to his commitment about firing them, as he had threatened to fire them multiple times, but never stuck to his word. However, Mordecai and Rigby would later find out that trying to ditch their jobs to attend the 'Running with the Apes' event would be one of the biggest mistakes of their lives.