Marco Diaz vs The Falls
Chapter 1: New guest
Uh... the "Mystery Shack"… the less mysterious place in the whole city of Gravity Falls. With its aspect of an extremely broken old cottage that had one time been an incredible place for research for one of the smartest person in the Universe, it seemed that was asking for help of a decorator. But now... he only needed to look at it to realize that not only the house in itself was rusted, also the owner of it. It wasn't like he couldn't care less about that place though.
The brown-haired boy looked down at a little golden paper in form of triangle.
-Gravity Falls. Look for the Pines family-he muttered as he looked up at the Shack in front of him again with sadness in his eyes.-I hope this is it...-
That was a big lie. Actually, the thing he most wanted in that moment was to be wrong. He wished he hadn't sorted the cryptogram out, he wished he hadn't done what he had... but most of all; he wished he wasn't going to do what he was planning to. Who was he lying to? He wasn't a bad person! He couldn't do that! It was wrong... But then again, those kinds of thoughts brought him there, right? They were the ones to blame, his extreme obsession with never taking risks. If only he had said everything he really wanted to say, none of this would have happened. Now, the only girl he was really in love with was in danger, and he had to be, for once, her hero.
With a sight, he walked into the Shack.
-Uh, I love these kinds of days, no mysteries, no demons, no apocalypses upcoming, just a relaxing evening looking for... my true love!-exclaimed a brown-haired girl excited
-Mabel, I thought you were over this, I told you that your "true love" won't just appear out of nowhere-pointed out a teen of around the same age of the girl who was accommodating some t-shirts on the Shack
-Everyone knows that's a lie people who don't have dates say! True love does appear out of nowhere-
The boy rolled his eyes at his sister.-Look, I know you're still looking for that "summer romance" you've been waiting for your entire teen years...-he said with a traumatized look, remembering every single guy she dated or tried to date in the last summers. Some of them weren't that bad, but let's just say that some of them just turned out to be gnomes, a merman, a zombie and a vampire.-But you promised that this year your "love hunger" would be on the lowest levels!-
-Puff...C'mon, Dipper! I'm not hungry of love!-
-Oh, really? Then, explain why that guy with a guitar ran away from the Shack screaming that you were mad-
-Oh, he... he was just exaggerating-
-Everyone would "exaggerate" if you try to kidnap him and force him to have a date with you!-
-We were meant to be! I told you! He just didn't know it yet-
-Yeah, you said the same to the police-
Mabel giggled.-That night at prison I met a super cool bad guy named Steve, he was rather hot-
Dipper sighed tiredly. He didn't know if his sister was going to have a love story like the one she was actually expecting someday... but oh, boy, how much he wished she did! She was getting into his nerves with her desperate tries to find some boyfriend! Ok, yeah, she was just a teenager going through all those weird changes that makes everyone feel confused. And fine, he understood if she wanted to feel that so called "love" for once in a lifetime, but really? Did she have to be obsessed with every single boy who crossed the door?
Speaking of devil, suddenly a boy opened the Shack's door, making the twins stare at him in confusion. Well, two different kind of confusion. Mabel seemed confused in an extreme good way, as thinking "my true love came" while Dipper just glared at the stranger and continued working in the Shack. He didn't know why, but that guy just produced a deep feeling of mistrust in the 16-years old. Of course the new visitor didn't seem as a real treat. He was rather slim, with a red hoodie and black plain trousers. His skin was slightly darker that theirs, he obviously had to be from another country, or at least was the son of a foreign. His eyes and hair were the same chocolate brown, and he had a mole on his cheek.
-Oh, well, hello!-exclaimed Mabel making the stranger stare at her confused.-Name's Mabel! What's yours?!-she asked running to him
-Uh, hey, Mabel-he said trying not to sound annoyed.-I'm Marco-
-Nice to meet you, Marco! Is that a mole?! My pig has a mole! Uh! It might have been destiny!-
-Uh?-the brown-haired asked looking for help anywhere, and he saw a boy really similar to Mabel, but he didn't seem that interested on him. Stepping aside from the sweater girl, he walked towards the other teenager in the place.-Hey, I'm Marco Diaz-
The teen stared at him, almost inspecting him.-I'm Dipper, and I'm not going to help you to get rid of my sister-
-Eh, sister?-
-Yeah, we're twins! I'm the irresistible! He's the nerd!-explained Mabel still with her tone of excitement
-Interesting...-commented Marco still a bit scared of the girl who didn't seem to know what "private space" meant.-Eh, anyway, I'm here searching for the Pines family-
The siblings suddenly stopped in shock.-Why?-they asked at the same time
-I... need to talk to them. Yeah, it's quite important; I thought they were the owners of the Shack-
-Two things you should know: The Shack isn't properly from the Pines family anymore... and you're talking to the Pines twins now-said Dipper stopping his work.-What do you need?-
-Wait, you're the Pines twins?!-he questioned pretty surprised
-Yes, so?-
-Ho-how old are you?-
-We're sixteen!-answered Mabel this time.-But how old are you, beauty?-
-Not madness, right Mabel?-asked her twin rolling his eyes, even he was starting to feel pity for the poor guy.-Well, what's the big deal with us?-
-Uh, I... me and my family have come for spending some time in Gravity Falls, you know?-he explained a bit nervous.-The thing is, we can't find an empty hotel anywhere, I mean, my parents did find a room... but only for them, and to be honest, I came to this city to relax a bit, and my parents will only make it worse. Then, I decided that I needed somewhere else to stay... so... I read about this cool place in the internet and thought that maybe you could let us stay?-
Mabel stared surprised. Was he asking for staying there? With her?! ALONE?!
-OF COURSE, MARCO!-she answered almost shouting
Marco smiled relieved, but a bit awkward still. That was easier than what he thought... but his slight happiness was quickly stopped by Dipper, who quickly stopped his sister by grabbing her arm.
-What my sister means is that, of course not-
-What? Why not, Dipper?!-the brown-haired girl asked in a tone between anger and sadness
-Well, for starters, "Marco"-the teen said inspecting him.-We don't even know you, why should we trust you?-
-Good point, but do I really seem like a threat for any of you?-the new guy asked with a smirk
Dipper stared speechless. No, he didn't seem a threat. They defeated Bill Cipher after all... that dude was no way a possible threat. Though, looks can be deceiving. He remembered his beloved journal: "Trust no one". That quote hadn't been written to be taken that seriously, but the boy knew for instances that his family was especial. It hid many secrets that a lot of people would want to know. And, sorry if it sounded crazy, but a teen appearing out of nowhere wanting to stay there with them was quite suspicious.
-Perhaps, but the Mystery Shack isn't some kind of hotel for foreign-he reposed with a frown
-Oh, c'mon, Dipper! He seems really nice... and hot...-commented his twin smiling like a crazy fan girl after Marco winked at her.-And I think he likes me!-she added singing
-Yeah, more taking in account that some seconds ago he seemed to dislike everything about you...-he said rather sarcastically and with more suspicions about the stranger. Why would he flirt with Mabel if he didn't like her at the beginning? Maybe he was a jerk, just like the one he turned into once when he decided to pay attention to his uncle's advices for getting girls... or maybe he was after something more...
-I thought you were only 16-Marco suddenly commented
-Yeah, so?-
-Well, Diapper, I really doubt that you're the one who takes decisions around here...-reposed the Latino with a triumphing smile
-Ah, ha! He won you, nerd!-congratulated Mabel.-Grunkle Ford is the owner of the Shack, but Soos is in charge of taking care of it-she explained
-And who should I talk to if I want to stay?-
-You should talk to Mr. Pines-explained someone behind him that made him scream a little "ah!" in surprise
-Who... who are you?-questioned Marco, feeling like everyone in that place was creepy enough to scare him, though they were not creepy enough to stop him
-Oh, I'm Soos-the man asked with a kind tone.-Also known as Mr. Mystery, the host of the Shack!-he explained bowing with a smile
-Uh, I'm Marco Diaz, nice to meet you, Soos...-The Latino boy inspected him. He wasn't really old, he was probably thirty years old, and he was wearing a suit and a red hat with a symbol on it. The stranger was also a bit fat, but he seemed friendly.-Eh, so, if I want to stay here, I have to talk to Mr. Pines?-
-Yep, to Stanley and Stanford Pines-the man continued.-It's still their Shack after all, they created the magic! I'm just the one who keeps it!-he explained trying to sound mysterious and magical, though he wasn't really fooling anyone
-And... Where do I find them?-
-Well...-started Mabel.-Great Uncle Ford must be in one of his top secret missions... good luck finding him... but Stan might be in the living room, watching those 100-years old TV series, I can guide you to him if you want-
-You know, Mabel that actually sounds like a great idea. Nice sweater, by the way-
She giggled nervously.-What? This old thing?-the brown-haired girl pointed at a pink sweater with a cute kitty on it.-Yeah, it's cute! Isn't it?-
Trying to give one of his less fake smiles, he nodded as she guided him to another part of the house. Alright, flirting with a girl he wasn't interested at all wasn't good, less if he did it with his purposes. But he didn't have another choice! There was no way Dipper was ever going to let him stay, and he really needed to. So, he sorted the cryptogram out right and was in the correct place... but where would he find what he was looking for? Ugh... He was lying to a nice girl, almost manipulating her and he was only worried about that silly device. He was such a jerk sometimes.
That thought made him frown, but luckily, Mabel was too focused talking about herself and all the crazy things she did in that city. So, she didn't notice his face full of rage and disappointment at himself.
-Grunkle Stan!-Mabel all of a sudden screamed running closer to a quite old man who was sat on a sofa watching a really old television. But that wasn't the worst of all; the worst was the fact that he was only wearing a white t-shirt and undies.
-What happened now?-he asked in a rude way
-Look, look!-The girl continued exclaiming.-He is Marco!-she pointed at the boy close to her.-And he wants to stay in the Shack-
-Uh? What for?-
-That's exactly what I wonder too-commented Dipper passing by his twin and the stranger.-This place isn't a hotel-
-Please, let me explain, Mr. Pines-said Marco.-My name is Marco Diaz, and like I didn't find any hotel to stay, I thought that this shack may... let me stay-
-Sorry, kid, but there's no way I'm gonna...-
Stanley Pines was suddenly shut up by the smell of something he knew very well: money, and a big mount of it. Marco had taken a lot of bills out of his hoodie. It was almost as if he knew that the only language the old man spoke was money.-Do you think this would be enough?-he asked with a smirk
Without a second thought, Stan took the money and counted it down: he was offering more than $1000. All that for staying in that old, broken shack? He laughed at the idea of being swindling the poor foreign who didn't know anything about life.-YOU'RE GONNA LOVE IT HERE!-he exclaimed taking the money and walking to another room
-Grunkle Stan!-called Dipper.-That's it? Are you gonna let him stay only because he gave you money? I don't think we should trust him...-
-I never said you should trust him... you should only trust his money-
-And how come has he ever had that big amount of money anyway?-
-Don't know, don't care... just let him be, kid! And by the way, he'll be staying in your room-
-Wait, WHAT?!-
-Of course! What do you expect me to do?-he asked staring at Marco and Mabel.-We can't let them stay together in the same place, let alone sleep in the same room. Your sister is out of control with boys...-the old man opined while he was looking at his niece, who was currently laughing like crazy, trying to flirt at every second
-What? He doesn't even like her!-exclaimed Dipper trying to protect the room that he finally won two years ago, when he and his twin decided that they were old enough to be in different rooms
-So? We both know that if a guy has a chance with a girl, it doesn't matter if he's in love with her or no-Stan chuckled.-I bet he's just another jerk who doesn't believe in love, just the same way as we do-he rubbed the teen's hair quickly before glaring at him.-And, remember that your parents will kill us if something weird happens between your sister and any boy, got it?-
-Wait, they told you to "protect" Mabel from jerks?-
-Sort of, let's just say that you're not the only one who notices this... "Madness", so, be a good brother and make sure that dude stays as far as he can from his sister!-
And with that shout which seemed like a threat, his "lovely" uncle walked away from the living room, making Dipper sigh in defeat. Now, he had to live with a stranger and protect his crazy in love sister! Why was life so unfair? If only someone could stop that madness!
Dipper wide opened his eyes in realization. The Shack wasn't only from his uncle Stan... he was also from his twin Ford, the author of the journals who didn't trust in everyone that easily.-That's it!-but then he also remained one little thing about his uncle: he was always in adventures, and at the moment he wasn't there.-Ugh...-he groaned.-Well, I always can wait till the night...-
-So, Marco... what's your favorite food?-Mabel asked to him with a wide mad smile
-Uh, nachos-
-Really? Oh, gosh! That's my favorite too!-she screamed punching him playfully.-Oh, you've got muscles...-she commented touching the Diaz's arm.-You're perfect...-she said, finally creeping Marco out
-Yeah, yeah, of course, uh... I'd better... go for my cases!-he mumbled quickly running away from the place
-Wait, I can go with you!-
-NO!-he exclaimed louder than what he expected.-I mean, I'm okay, after all, a bit of exercise doesn't make any bad...-the teen added with a wink before turning away
He didn't like Mabel, thought Dipper, but he acted as if he did, maybe his uncle was right for once and the dude was just a jerk. Anyway, and no matter if he promised to take care of his twin... the brown-haired teenager didn't trust the new guest yet. First of all, he had a lot of money for everyone at his age. Where was it all from? And why he wasted it on their shack?! With that amount of money he could buy a house... but no, he'd prefer to live in an old cottage, with four creeps and a nerd who hated him. Was he being paranoid again? Or was it suspicious for real?
-I can go with you if you want, Marco-offered Dipper with a glare
-Uh, I... I can go alone, really-
-Oh, it's part of the package, dude! One of us has to go with you... it's your choice, me... or Mabel-
Marco frowned, knowing that there was no way out. He looked at the both twins, inspecting them for a second. Which one was better? The girl who was harmless but had an obsession with him? Or the guy who seemed to want his death?
At the moment in which he saw Mabel forming a heart with her hands, he panicked.-Alright, Dipper, come with me-
-What?!-asked Mabel disappointed
-Sorry, it's just that... I think... I don't want your cool sweater to get dirty-
She giggled, blushing.-Oh, you always know what to say!-
-Alright, Romeo, let's leave-opined Dipper grabbing his arm and walking away from his twin, he definitely needed to tell her what their parents thought about that "attitude" that she had with boys. Also, he needed to tell her how much he distrusted in Marco. Nothing he said sounded reasonable enough to be trusted.
But he didn't care if the stranger was staying with them... in fact, he was happy that at least he didn't fall for the new visitor's charm. As long as that 18-years-old guy was living with them, Dipper was going to keep an eye on him, as much as... well, he couldn't come up with a great metaphor, but you get it.
"Trust no one" was what his uncle used to say, and he was going to obey it. There was no way he could ever be tricked by that turd.
Hey, guys! This is my first SVTFOE and GF fanfic, so if you have anything to say about any fact, please write it on the reviews!
All in all, this story will basically have many misteries that would be solved by flashbacks, ciphers and confessions (in fact the main picture of the story has some revelations), so, I'd love to read some theories, just to pass time (taking in account that gf is over and star is on hiatus) xD anyway, hope you enjoyed the very first chapter! A looot more is coming, I actually think this will be my longest fanfic yet.
For the ones who already know me: this fanfic will be a bit darker and will have some sexual references, so be warned.
There will be many shipping, so you must know that the pairings of the fanfics will be:
Star x Marco
Dipper x Pacifica
Mabel x OC
Janna x Tom (though I'll only mention this one)
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