All was quiet tonight. No animal was seen outside of the premises. A light shined through the window, as the shadow of a mammal appeared inside.

"So...we all know the plan?" the voice of a male mammal looked at his friends. The group nodded their heads. In front of them was a desk, filled with papers and blueprints laying on top. The animal smirked, and then adjusted his hat.

"Good. With this, no one will dare try to stop us. If anyone did...I'd like to see them try." His tone was filled with confidence, giving an amuse look.

Fast Forward

Everyone was up and about going to their jobs, hanging out at the mall or doing who knows what. Although inside the police department, things will turn out to be a more interesting day for a certain blue-eyed female. For now, she was skating down the streets of city central and greeting everyone she knew.

"Hey Allan!" she shouted towards the donut shop owner as he waved.

"Hey Sapphire, you need a box for today?"

"Not today! Maybe another time!"

"Alright! Take care!" he waved as she skated away.

"Morning miss Lovell," a young male cheetah waved at Sapphire. He was her hairstylist.

"Hi Perseus!" She jump flip over him. Sapphire stopped at a red light and waited for the crosswalk to turn. She tapped her badge, and the wheels went back in her shoes. While waiting, she met an elderly badger.

"Hello Mr. Baggs," she smiled at him.

"Oh, miss Lovell," he looked up at her, "are you on your way to work?"

"Mhm..." The light turned, and the crosswalk was on.

"Let me help you," she held his paw as she walked along side him.

"Oh, thank you...my body ain't what it used to be. Say... hasn't it been a while since you came to Zootopia?"

"Yes," she nodded.

"Ah...I remember. You know, you are becoming quite acquainted to living in Zootopia...and you're still as kind as your parents were."

"There you go," they safely made it to the other side, "it was nice meeting you Mr. Baggs, but I have to go now."

"Goodbye miss Lovell," he waved as he walked the other way. Sapphire tapped her badge once again, and was son skating passed the town and into the open area.

[My name is Sapphire Lovell. a.k.a. the only human living in an animal population. Its been three weeks since I started a new life in Zootopia, and it wasn't easy, but my adventures were just beginning.]

Before reaching the stairs of the station, I jumped and landed with my wheels back in the shoes.

[Speaking of adventures...]

Chief Bogo was in the bullpen with his cadets, going over today's assignments.

"Your team will patrol in Rainforest District," the cape buffalo gave a file to Fangmeyer and his team.

"Hopes. Wilde. It seems that your sloth friend is speed racing again. Bring him in as soon as you can. Dismissed."

Everyone left the bullpen, and I just came in to see the buffalo.

"Chief... here's the results you needed," I handed him the papers.

"Thank you," he looked through them, "were there any problems?"

"No sir. Just the usual traffic, but I found... a better route to take," I smiled to herself, "is there anything else you need?"

"Well, since I have your attention," he still looked her way, "I have an assignment for you as well."

[I don't want to be blunt...but never have I ever felt good to hear those words. Finally ,a chance to get out of this stuffy place.]

"I want you to visit these districts I've composed and write up a report. You can bring anyone to assist you. I don't care how long it takes, as long as you get it done and turn it in to me."

"Yes sir." I saluted to him and left the room.

After a while, I was sitting next to Clawhauser while she looked through the photos.

"Let's see... Sahara Square..."

"Oh, you better bring some sunscreen," Clawhauser advised. He was currently sipping a bottle of soda with a straw.

"...Tundratown..?"

"Burr...I'd freeze to death," the cheetah shivered a little.

"And the last one is Little Rodentia..."

"Be careful though, one wrong step and you could take down several blocks."

"That's not helping Ben."

"Sorry...so have you decided who's going to help you?"

"Um...no. I could take Martin, but I think he's busy with something else."

"Oh, speaking of Martin," Clawhauser looked at the tiger, who was walking towards them.

"Hey guys."

"Hey Martin. How's it going?"

"Good. And you?"

"Busy as usual."

[My partner is Martin Saber. He's a tiger, and good friend .]

"She needs to write up reports on these locations," the cheetah pointed at the photos. Martin hummed as he looked at them.

"Hey you guys," Randal and Daniel were coming into the scene.

"Hi Randy...Danny."

[Daniel and Randal are a perfect duo in the force, though different personalities that baffle the mind.]

"Hello Sapphire," Daniel waved.

"Whatcha doin'?" Randal asked as he looked over my shoulder.

"Oh, I have to write up reports for these...the chief said I could bring someone to help me, but most of them are on patrol."

"Uh, hello~? What about us?" Randal pointed at him and his friends.

"Don't you have patrol or something?"

"We actually finished earlier," Daniel implied, "but if you need help, we'll be happy to assist."

"What about you, Martin? I thought you had some reports too..."

"I actually finished half an hour ago, so I'm free for now."

"Come on, this will be fun," the wolf grinned, "we barely get to team up like this."

[This is where he gives the puppy eyes; something I have yet to resist.]

"Please~?" His eyes went big and his ears folded back.

[And~there it is.]

"Okay, okay...let's go."

"Alright!" Randal hugged me in a child-like behavior.

"That doesn't mean you're driving Randy." The wolf's ears lowered as he pouted at me again. Martin and Daniel just laughed, but I knew they didn't want him behind the wheel. We don't want another "epidemic" to happen again.

Fast Forward

I knew we were close, as I saw snowflakes falling from the sky. Daniel was smiling at the scenery, thinking how great it was to visit his home again. I couldn't help but giggle at his reaction. When we got out of the car, our feet touched the cold snow.

"I bet you're happy to be here." I had on a dark navy, knee-length coat, keeping her hands in her pockets while wearing snow boots.

"Of course," he smiled at me, "I could never forget the nice, cold air when it touches my fur."

"I wish I did," Randal shivered while rubbing his arms to warm himself.

"I thought you would be used to it by now," Martin smirked.

"Hey I may have been here before, but I never said I liked it," he frowned.

"This place is beautiful...when I was a kid, I never saw snow in real life, only in pictures."

"I'm glad you like it here," Daniel chuckled, "I can show you the best places that could be interesting for your report."

"Great!"

We followed Daniel towards the fastest transportation route. I never I would be traveling on a block of ice on a river. It was very inventive and yet funny. I kept looking around, noticing the snow shining in the morning sun. I then glanced at animal in front of me. It was a young female snow leopard; her height almost reached my chin; probably a middle schooler. She was busy taking pictures of the buildings. However when she pointed her body up, she stumbled a bit, but luckily I caught her just in time.

"Are you okay?" I asked.

"Uh, yes I'm okay. Thank you."

"Don't wanna end up like a popsicle," I joked.

"Hehehe...I'm Bella," she said, "are you Sapphire, the human my mom talks about?"

"Yes I am," I nodded, "it's nice to meet you Bella. That's a pretty name."

"Thank you."

"I'm guessing you live around here? Or umm...hehe, well, I wouldn't know since its my first time here."

"Really? Then you should totally go to the ice rink that's over there," she pointed to a path that was coming up.

"Sounds like fun. Hey Daniel, do you think we can stop there first?"

"I don't see why not."

"Can I come too? Bella asked.

[Not to sound suspicious, but the way the gears in my head were turning, told me something was odd about her question. Not to mention, she was all alone for someone her age...but I didn't protest.]

"Sure. Why don't you lead the way."

"Sure!" We all got off on the next stop. However, we didn't suspect anyone else to be tagging along with us. In the shadows, two bears were watching.

"Target is on the move...but now there's cops." One of them spoke in a walkie-talkie.

[Then make sure you grab her when she's alone. No slip ups.]

"Yes, boss."

The ice rink was big enough for a herd. We all put on our skates, Bella was especially in a hurry when tying the laces. The young leopard made her way on the ice, gliding until she came to a stop to face me.

"My mom and dad used to bring me here when I was little," she said.

"Then you must be a good skater," Sapphire thought.

"A-ah— look out," Randal stumbled a little and bumped into Daniel.

"Well...hopefully better than him." Bella laughed.

"Miss Lovell, are you good at skating?" She asked. I started to glide along the ice, but then sped up and did a triple flip. Bella had a glint in her eyes.

"It's no different from in-line skates."

"That's amazing! Can you teach me that? I could never do a triple flip. Please~?" Bella pleaded.

"Ahaha— alright Bella. Let's start with the basics first."

The others watched as I tried to help Bella.

"Alright, that's it...now just lift off." Bella was jumping in the air. When she spun three times, it was swift but the landing was off.

"Woah!" Bella slipped and was gliding on the ice with her legs flat down. I helped her up.

"You okay?"

"Uh— yeah, I'm fine," she brushed herself off.

"Your timing with your areal spin was good."

"Thanks. I never got this close to finishing the move."

"Maybe your mom could help you on the landing."

"O-oh, yeah...I guess she could..." I raised my eyebrow as I watched Bella's expression change.

Suddenly, we heard rumbling and turned to Randal. He sheepishly smiled.

"Sorry...I didn't have time to eat before we left."

"You know, I could go for a quick bite to eat."

"I'm getting hungry too," Bella agreed.

"Is there a restaurant or cafe nearby we could go to?"

"Yes. It's just a few blocks away."

"What's the name of the place?"

"It's the Snowberry Cafe. The food is as great as the coffee."

"Sounds good," Martin replied.

Fast Forward

Upon reaching it, the outside interior had the name above the clear window. The 'o' in Snowberry was shaped into a paw, which I thought was cute. The best part was the aroma of fresh coffee lingering inside. Only three, wooden tables were occupied, the animals drinking their tea or coffee and light snacks. There were round lanterns hanging above, a table counter, and most areas in the cafe had snow laying on top of things. It was subtle. The owner was a polar bear; he wore a dark navy apron different from the black ones his employees wore, and he had round spectacles on the bridge of his nose. He looked at us as we took a seat.

"Welcome..."

"Hey Mr. Bearsworth."

"Daniel," he looked at him, "it's been a while. I see you brought Randal, and some new friends."

"Hello sir," I greeted him.

"This is a surprise. What can I get for all of you?"

"I'll have my usual," said Daniel.

"I'll take the black coffee this time," Randal implied.

"And you sir?" the owner looked at Martin.

"Hmm...I think the mild coffee for me."

"And for you miss Lovell?"

"I'll have the cafe mocha. What do you want Bella?"

"Mm~...the fruity lemonade."

"Okay," the owner wrote down everything.

"Oh—and we'll all have the Snowberry cake. I'll pay." Daniel added.

"Very good. Your order will be out soon." He turned around and started discussing the order with a wolf employee.

"This place is nice," said Sapphire.

"Yeah, especially the Snowberry cake. It's the owner's signature dish."

After a while, the employee brought our drinks out. I was the last to receive mine.

"Here's your café mocha, miss..." He placed the cup in front of me; the cream was shaped as a heart.

"Thank you."

"It's my pleasure miss," he winked at her, making me blush slightly. I could head Bella giggle. I shyly smiled at him, unaware of the others giving a look at the employee.

I didn't take long for us to eat our cake while making light conversations. I even finished my report. However, I was paying more attention to Bella. The leopard looked at her cake, playing it with her fork. The way she looked told me something was off.

"Hey, Bella," I called out, "what's wrong?"

"Hm? Oh...nothing..." I hummed in disagreement. I had one theory to what she might be thinking. I just hoped I didn't regret this.

"Bella...it sounds to me like you're running away from something...or maybe someone...?" I saw Bella's eyes widen.

"How did you know?"

"I can tell. I've dealt with kids who might have ditched school or ran away from home. Is something going on with you and your parents?"

"N-no, its just...When my dad passed away, mom's been trying to work almost everyday to make our living. I love my mom, but...I wish she put some time for me once in a while."

I sighed. The feeling of neglect was eating up inside the young cub.

"Sweetie...I'm sure she loves you as much as you do..." Bella glanced away.

"I only met you just now, but I see can tell that you're more confident than you sound...but right now, there's something you should do."

"What's that?"

"To be strong. I'm sure you both have a lot on your paws...but if you tell her how you feel...maybe you and your mom might work things out. You never know..."

Bella stared at her drink, twirling the straw. She glanced back at me, just to give a small smile. Daniel was just finishing with the check.

"Thanks for the service, old friend."

"Anytime."

"Ready to go?"

"Yeah. Come on, Bella..."

"Come again, soon~" Bearsworth bellowed as he waved us goodbye.

"Why don't you call your mom and tell her to pick you up at the station."

"Okay..." Just as Bella was reaching for her phone, a loud sound was heard.

HONK! HONK!

We looked up and saw a car pull up to us. A female snow leopard got out and ran towards Bella.

"Bella, thank goodness!" She hugged her tight.

"Mom?"

"When your teacher said you weren't at school, I panicked."

"Are you Ms. Nevara?" Martin asked.

"Yes, I you for finding my daughter."

"Actually, she found us," I smiled. Ms. Nevara looked at her daughter.

"...Bella..."

"I know you're upset, and I'm sorry...its just..."

"Honey, we can talk later." Bella turned to us.

"Thank you officers. I had fun today."

"You're welcome. Get home safe." Ms Nevara waved to us as she and Bella drove off.

"Well, I'm glad that was settled," Martin sighed.

RING RING~~

Daniel's phone went off.

"Now what?" Randal mumbled.

"Hello? Oh, hey Whitney-perfect timing. Yeah, we're right outside."

"Who's he talking to?" I whispered to Martin.

"Whitney. She's Daniel's fiancé."

"Fiance?" Danny, you never told me you were getting married." The polar bear just got off the phone, giving me a smile.

"Sorry...but yeah, we're getting married in December."

"Daniel~!" I heard a female voice. A polar bear wearing blue pants and crimson coat waved at us while walking over. She hugged Daniel as he kissed her cheek.

"I hope I'm not too late."

"You're just in time." Daniel turned to me and gestured a paw.

"Sapphire, this is Whitney."

"Sapphire Lovell. Its nice to finally meet you." We shook hand/paw.

"I asked Whitney to take you shopping."

"Shopping? Why?"

"You probably don't have much clothes in your closet..."

[That was true...]

"...and plus, you need to have some fun. I thought a girl's day out would be perfect."

"And we shouldn't waste anymore time. Come on, I'll show you the best shopping experience in Tundratown."

"O-okay..." I was startled when Whitney linked my arm and pulled me ahead.

"We'll go back to the station," Martin hollered.

"Okay!" I answered back.

Meanwhile...

Ms. Nevara and her daughter were pulling up to the driveway of their home. They sat there quietly. The older female looked at Bella, giving a concerned look.

"...Bella...I'm really upset about this...but I'm glad you're safe. And I don't blame you for running off like that...I guess we both have some things to work out."

"...Hey, mom..."

"Yes, dear?"

"...I'm sorry. I'll try to be strong for the both of us...and for dad. I know he would've wanted this." The mother smiled, giving her a hug.

"Of course..." They both got out of the car. However, Ms. Nevara stopped in her tracks when noticing the door; just a fracture of it was open. This made her stay on high alert, though her heart skipped a beat.

"Mom?"

"Honey, stay back." Bella stood still as she watched her mom open the door. An eerie creak was made, as she examined the living room. Nothing was abnormal or touched. Just then, her ear went up and twitched to a nearby stairway, where it led to the bedrooms. She heard footsteps. She didn't care what it was. The leopard pulled her daughter back to the car as she tried to restart it.

"Mom, what's going on?"

"Call the police. Hurry, Bella."

"What?"

"Just do it!" Bella stumbled to get her phone and then dialed the number. The car's engine ran, and Ms. Nevara punched the gas and sped down the street. She looked at her rear view mirror, seeing two bears running out of the house and ran into their vehicle.

"Bella, hold on!"

VVVROOOOMM~~!

Fast Forward

"Whitney are you sure its okay to buy all this for me? I feel really bad..." I was carrying three bags while Whitney had five.

"Don't worry," she reassured, "I earn a lot in my salary, so this is more of a light-getaway." I didn't want to ask if she was rich, cause' the prices of these things were enough to sell a library store.

"You want to go to the market? They always have great food supplies and trinkets."

"Well..." I was about to protest, when someone shouted out of the blue.

"Help!" A jaguar was running our direction.

"My store is being robbed!" I ran in front of him.

"Sir, calm down!"

"Officer Lovell! Someone's robbing my store!"

"Lead the way!" I dropped everything as the owner showed me his antique store. I saw two polar bears stuffing valuables in their sacks. I pulled out my weapon.

"Freeze! ZPD!"

"Dammit, its that cop!"

"Don't come any closer, cop!" One of them came our and showed his gun, way bigger than mine.

"A sniper gun!? Oh-you gotta be kidding me!" I was reaching for my com.

"I wouldn't call for backup. If you want these guys to live..." The other bear had a polar bear civilian.

'Wait, what's in his...' And right there, I saw two smaller animals no bigger his thumb resting in his paw; two female shrews.

"Make one more move, and these three are history." I glanced the other way, and then all around to see an opportunity at hand.

"I have a better idea."

BANG!

I pointed my gun and shot to the left. The bullet hit a sign, bouncing off a pole, then a truck's side mirror, and just as the bears were occupied, the bullet shot the weapons out of their paws. It gave the other bear the opportunity to knock the two unconscious.

"Oho-ho~! Nice hit, sir!" I complimented, and he nodded. The bear helped me tie them up just as the police were arriving. Apparently Whitney called Daniel just before they left. I was currently talking to the civilians to make sure they were okay.

"So your name is Fru Fru..."

"We can't thank you enough, officer."

"Just doing my duty. Oh, and I love the hair; very stylish."

"Thank you!"

"Thanks for the assist, Mr. Kozlov." I shook his paw.

"Sapphire, let's head back."

"Coming, Randal! It was nice meeting you, Fru Fru...Kozlov..." They waved as I left with the others. It was just Martin and I in the cruiser, since the others were nice enough to bring the criminals in. We were driving down the streets, just about to leave Tundratown.

"What a day, right?"

"Should I write this in my report?" I joked. Suddenly, the radio went off.

[This is Officer McHorn. In pursuit of two vehicles. One in front is a black convertible, chasing a white van.]

"This is Officer Saber. Come in, McHorn."

[I read you.]

"What's the situation?"

[I'm in Tundratown following them at high speed. Two civilians, a female leopardand I think her daughter, are driving the white van.]

"White van? Leopards? You don't think-" I wide eyed Martin.

"McHorn stay on their tail! We're on our way!"

SCRREEECCCHHH!

Martin turned the car around and hit the gas, and I turned on the sirens.

[But by the time we saw McHorn, his police car was dented badly, parked on the side.]

"What happened?" I asked.

"They threw me off. The suspects are still chasing them through the mountains, but you might catch up if you hurry."

"Call for backup. We'll try to head them off." We drove back down the path. In the first few minutes, I thought we wouldn't make it, but then we saw two specs on the road.

"There!" Martin pointed ahead, seeing the convertible drive up to the van.

"It is Bella and her mom! Step on it, Martin!" At that moment, one of the bears had his upper body out of the window.

"What do you want from us?!"

"Its not you we want!" He grabbed Bella.

"Mom!"

"No!" She was too late, as the bears abducted the young cub. The bear pointed his gun at Ms. Nevara. Just before triggering it, I shot his weapon out of his paw. He screamed in pain. I climbed onto the hood of the cruiser.

'I must be crazy' Within seconds, I jumped onto the suspects' car, leaving Ms. Nevara and Martin behind. I gripped my fingers onto the ends of the car's roof.

"Bella!"

"Miss Lovell!" Bella struggled to break free as she reached out for my hand.

WHACK!

The bear hit my face, making me roll off the car and onto the pavement.

"Miss Lovell~!" The vehicle stopped. One of the bears got out as I leaned on my arm, groaning. I looked up and there he was. He gave a smug look my way, and did another lash right at my stomach. I yelped in response. He traced back to the car and looked at me again. I thought he would have killed me with his gun. Instead, he pointed above, and fired at the top of a hill. Rumbling was heard, and then the sound of snow falling. I ran as fast as I could, all while the suspects were driving off with Bella.

"Sapphire!" I heard Martin's voice from behind.

"Martin, stop!" I turned around and put a hand out. And then...

CRASH/RUMBLE!

Acres of snow divided us.