Hey guys. Like I promise, I made another story that took place in the cruise ship before the characters went home to Transylvania. This story contains romance, friendship, music, and mystery. Enjoy the first chapter.
I decided to make my story like a strip, with narrations, because it's hard to find some words that have the same meaning with said, shouted, yelled, stated, exclaimed, etc. I can't find other words anymore, and it made my back ache. Here are the legends:
Normal: Spoken words/narrated words
Bold: Person or people who talk/s
Italic: actions during spoken words or singing words
Bold-Italic: Lyrics/singing words
After Aggie accepted Ericka's offer, it's time for the monsters to go back to the ship to continue a monster cruise vacation, but then, they just realized the bridge is broken.
Griffin: Darn it! The bridge is destroyed!
Murray: How are we supposed to get to the other side?
With anyone didn't have answers, Aggie thought of something, until she had a plan as a light bulb appeared and flashed above her head. She took the light bulb from above her head, switched it off, and hid it in her pocket for safe keeping.
Aggie: I got it! But I need a good music for it. (takes out her wandstaff from her back)
Ericka: What is that?
Aggie: It's a wandstaff. My family heirloom. (glares at Ericka) Which was yours that is fake! My family heirloom is real! (turns her back around)
Drac: (whispers to Ericka) I'm sorry. Aggie has… anger issues, and sometimes, she didn't move on. It's not her thing.
Aggie thought of a song, then she found one as she blasted a white energy mist from her wandstaff into Johnny's laptop and speakers. The song "Better When I'm Dancing" by Meghan Trainor was played as Aggie sang it as her wandstaff turned into a microphone with fairy wings.
Aggie: Don't think about it
Just move your body
Listen to the music
Sing, oh, ey, oh
Just move those left feet
Go ahead, get crazy
Anyone can do it
Sing, oh, ey, oh
Show the world you've got that fire (fire)
Feel the rhythm getting louder
Show the room what you can do
Prove to them you got the moves
I don't know about you,
The Kraken loved the song as he danced to the beat as he happily used his own tentacles to forma an ew bridge from the destruction of the party place and back to the casino part of Atlantis, the only way back to the cruise ship
Aggie: But I feel better when I'm dancing, yeah, yeah
Better when I'm dancing, yeah, yeah
And we can do this together
I bet you feel better when you're dancing, yeah, yeah
While Aggie crossed the tentacle bridge, the Imaginary teams, except the 5th Honorary group, a.k.a. the Dracula family, followed her while dancing to the beat.
Aggie: (to the monsters) Alright, everyone, listen up! Just cross the tentacle bridge and we'll meet you back at the ship. You're in for a big surprise when you arrive. (she flew to follow her team ahead)
When the music kept playing, Johnny was now the monsters' guide to lead them to the other side.
Johnny: Aright! You heard the girl! Let's go!
Everybody cheered, following Johnny towards the tentacle bridge.
Aggie and the Imaginary teams went back to the ship first before the monsters did to make them a surprise and they have to do it quickly
Aggie promised to everyone to make their vacation the best one yet. All she has to do, with the help of her friends, is to make a few adjustments in the ship and making it like a fun house or fun ship than a regular cruise like what it has in the hotel. Drac was right though. The ship was just like a hotel, only on the water. The ship should be a little more fun than it was before.
Aggie: Let's all work together
To make this cruise ship shine
Lily: Once we add some sparkle
It'll feel, it'll feel, it'll feel...
Aggie and the I teams: It'll feel divine
Rabbit & Rabba: Crates of apples, carrots, and radishes
Just makes you feel at home
Cubby & Cubry: Scary friends and families
So we won't be alone
Aggie and the I teams: And we'll make, and we'll make, and we'll make
This cruise ship fun
Numbuh 3: There's nothing like balloons and confetti
SmurfBlosson: To greet you every time you're with friends to bond
Phineas & Phineaks: We'll need this and those
Materials for building stuff for fun
There's nothing that it couldn't be done.
Aggie and the I teams: And we'll make, and we'll make, and we'll make
A vacation of fun!
Private & Prenda: Bright lights and colorful streamers
Timmy & Tims: A complete schedule for amazing performers
Pinkie Pie, Cheese Sandwich, & Tri-Pies: Party cannons to give them a surprise
Chyna: CDs and turntables and some more music supplies
Baby Lola & Baby Lela: Imagine that this is a big fun fair
Azul & Azal: Decorate with some gemstones bright and rare
Oggy & Oggly: More of this and that
Joey, Joen, Marky, Markyless, Dee Dee & Den Den: Don't forget the party hats
Tulip: How could anyone can resist than that?
Red: Let's all work together
Periwinkle & Perawankle: To show what we have done
Leia: Ericka Van Helsing
Aggie and the I teams: How we make, how we make, how we make
This cruise ship fun
How we make, how we make
This cruise ship fun
How we make, how we make
This cruise ship fun!
The cruise looked even more fun and beautiful than before. Streamers were hung around and balloons were tied on the railing. The buffet table was full with food, cakes, and pastries. There were two stages on the ship that contained musical instruments, speakers, and spotlights; one was on the back deck, which most monsters were there relaxing and swimming on the pool, and the other one was on the front deck, were monsters were eating their food. Aggie got a list of fun activities in her hands, but she has to erase a few so the monsters won't be over bored and tired. She also has a list of songs to sing if the ship needed some music.
As young engineers, Phineas, Phineaks, Ferb, and Flerk made a giant fun water slide on the pull to make the pool more enjoyable than just letting the guests dive in. Just in case the guests wanted something colorful, the Pie family had their party cannons ready.
When the monsters arrived, especially the captain, Ericka didn't saw the whole thing of Aggie and the I teams worked so hard to make the cruise more enjoyable, but she looked around and everything looked so different and… fun. The ship was redecorated with fun stuff.
Ericka: (flattered) Wow, this is amazing! I never expect that you guys can make something… incredible.
Skepper: Hey, we're the Imaginary teams. It's what we do.
Julnie made a big yawn, and fell asleep on her mother's arms.
Judy: Aww, looks like it's somebody's nap time.
Aggie: I think it's everyone's nap time. (checks her watch and it revealed it's 5:45am) The sun is about to rise and we spent all night redecorating the ship. Even the monsters were tired of watching us. (notices the monsters yawned and their eyelids are heavy, feeling sleepy themselves, even Aggie was sleep) I think we should all go to sleep.
Cinnamon Stick: Alright, everypony… or everyone, goodnight."
Cathernia: Goodnight, guys.
Frank: Sleep tight
When Mavis, Johnny, and Dennis walked out of the deck, Mavis noticed Drac was still standing, smiling at Ericka when he stared at her.
Mavis: Dad, come on! We have to get inside before the sun comes out!
Drac: In a minute, Mavey-Wavey!
Drac couldn't hold it anymore. He was in love with her. He zinged with the descendant of his arch-nemesis. It didn't actually matter if she's a Van Helsing. A zing never lies. They were perfect together and for each other. But before they're going to start a relationship, Drac wanted Ericka to meet the family and friends first, so the people he loves can get to know each other as much as he knew Ericka.
Before Ericka was heading to her cabin, Drac held her hand to stop her so they can talk.
Ericka: (startles) Oh, you almost scare me like that.
Drac: I'm sorry. I just want to talk to you.
Ericka: Oh, so what do you want to talk about? Are you going to ask that you can bite my neck and suck up my blood?
Drac: (chuckled) What? No! It's just… (takes a deep breath and exhales) Since we already know each more, I really want you to meet my family.
Ericka blushed a little. Of course she wanted to meet and know Drac's family and friends better, but she wasn't sure it was a good idea. Ever since she met Drac's daughter and adoptive daughter, Mavis and Aggie, and they met her, they never trust her at first when they thought she was trying to kill Drac, in spite and despite she tried to. Ericka didn't want to come between Drac's relationships with his daughters. They are family and they care for each other.
Ericka: Is that okay? I mean, you're family is great. It's because, well, your daughter and friend. I think they still don't like me.
Drac: Are you kidding me? They already like you. Why else did Mavis get used to you when you're around me? And why Aggie accepted your offer and keeping the monsters happy with no refunds? Listen, I'm sorry about Mavis and Aggie. They didn't really mean to—
Ericka: Oh no! It's okay. I saw that they were trying to protect you and they do care for you, especially the other one who wasn't technically related to you.
Drac: Aggie? Yes. She's one of my best friend and… my hero. She saved me couple of times though. But don't worry. My family and friends are going to like you more if they get to know you better.
Ericka: Alright. I'll try.
Drac: So, I'll see you tomorrow… or later tonight, for that matter?
Ericka: Sure (kisses Drac on the cheek as he stuns) See you tomorrow, my zing.
When Ericka left the deck, Drac smiled goofily as he watched her go, still stunned after the kiss on the cheek that Ericka gave to him. He never felt like this before since Martha died. He was so happy again for the last hundred years.
Just then, a hand grabbed his high collar, and dragged him away.
Aggie: Alright, lover boy, back in the cabin with you before the sun will kill you. (pulling Drac with her)
When Ericka entered into the hidden passageway, where she would her great-grandfather as promise. She made it to Van Helsing's room, slowly closing the door, and sighed dreamingly. Staring at Drac is like she saw her future with him. She knew that's too soon, but that can wait because tomorrow, she's going to introduce herself properly to the family.
Van Helsing: (appearing in front of Ericka) What took you so long?
Ericka: Great-grandfather! I was just… talking with Dracula and… I'm going to meet his friends and family tonight!
Van Helsing: What?! Meeting Dracula's family and friends?! I won't allow you!
Ericka: Why not?! Why can't I meet them?!
Van Helsing: Because they're monsters! Different kinds!
Ericka: Not all of them. His son-in-law is a human. Some of them are also humans.
Van Helsing: What about that white vampire who almost tried to kill me?!
Ericka: Her? Technically, Drac said she was born human who turned into a vampire.
Van Helsing: I knew it! He bit her neck and turned her into a vampire!
Ericka: What? No! She just turned into a vampire for an unknown reason. I really want to ask if I'll meet her tomorrow. And besides, she's angry because she's pregnant. That's all.
Van Helsing: I'm not comfortable with that girl. And those friends of hers.
Ericka: The Imaginary teams? They're not so bad. They're group of friends who travelled around the universe, fighting evil (making karate moves), spreading love and friendship…
Van Helsing: How exactly did you know all about them?
Ericka: (smiled sheepishly) Well… I did a little research on them when I was 14. They're pretty good, especially when they took my offer and redecorate the ship into a fun ship.
Van Helsing: If you were right about them that they fight evil, why didn't they kill Dracula and all monsters when they were around them?
Ericka: I don't know. Maybe they're friends with monsters. It's their job; spreading friendship. They don't just fight, Great-Grandfather.
Van Helsing: Well, it didn't matter if they befriended monsters. They're dangerous! They're all dangerous! Monsters with their scary faces and great strength! Those so-called Imaginary teams are so powerful! They almost killed that kraken!
Ericka: They're just protecting the monsters and each other. Come on, Great-Grandfather, you won't have to worry about me. I'm safe. The monsters and the Imaginary teams are harmless. They're quite nice. Let me meet them so I can know them more.
Van Helsing: (extending his head on Ericka) No, no, no, no! I don't trust them! They'll do something violent afterwards. I just know it.
Ericka: (crosses her arms and rolls her eyes) And how did you know they'll go berserk if that's gonna happen?
Van Helsing: Trust me, Ericka. It's for your own safety from those creatures! Now, promise me you won't meet or introduce yourself properly to them.
Ericka: (groans frustratingly) Fine! I promise!
Van Helsing: Promise what?
Ericka: I-promise-I-won't-meet-or-introduce-myself-properly-to-them. Okay?
Just then, the 'nap meter' dial on his chair moved to full blast. He immediately fell asleep and began to snore. Ericka tapped at the meter, and was sure her great-grandfather is sleeping.
Ericka: (walks towards a covered board) Don't worry, Great-grandfather. I won't meet them. (pulls the cover, revealing a board of photographs of Aggie and the Main I teams. The Honorary and Back-up I teams were never shown; squeals admiringly) I will meet them.
Ever since she was 14, Ericka was a big fan of the Imaginary teams. She never showed her enthusiasm in front of them since she was so busy of trying to kill Dracula that time. And now, Dracula invited her to meet not just his family and friends, but also the I teams since they were his friends after all. Ericka began to feel nervous. She was afraid she might not make a good first impression in front of Drac's family and friends. She has to try. She realized her captain uniform won't do the 'good first impression' way, so she decided to find another outfit to make herself good, except for the sunflower dress, because of the garlic memories. She was so embarrassed about it.
The song doesn't belong to me.
"Better When I'm Dancin'" by Meghan Trainor. This song is reused since Hotel Transylvania 2 ½: The Fangs of Friendship
"Make this cruise ship fun" is a parody song of "Make this castle a home" song from My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.