30 Worlds, Episode III: "Reuniting It Up"
CHAPTER ONE
"I think we'll be ready for the re-launch episode of Shake It Up, Chicago," William said following a training session.
"And it's all thanks to Aurora," Phineas said, gesturing to Sofia, who was talking to Aurora. "William, I am receiving a phone call from a Tyler Blue," E.R.I.N. said.
William gasped. From his briefing from E.R.I.N., William knew that "Ty" was not only Rocky's brother, but the newly-selected host of Shake It Up, Chicago.
"Put it through," William said. "Hello?" "Is this Scott Williams of the 'Enterprizing Voyagerz' troupe?" Ty asked. "Speaking," William said. "My entire team is with me."
"Good, because it's important that they hear what I have to tell them," Ty said. "The new producer has decided to use the newly-reconstituted S.I.U.C. Troupe for Carly Rae Jepsen's performance on the relaunch episode. Sorry to break the news to you all, considering all of the hard work you have undoubtedly done since getting the gig."
"No problem, Ty. We'll be in Chicago for a few more weeks, so if you want to use us again, you have my number. Bye," William said. After the channel clicked closed, William took a deep breath.
"William, are you..." Sofia started to say before she was interrupted by a loud "SON OF A haigyi! THAT TY IS SO FULL OF shtako!"
She looked over in shock to see William rattling off every profanity under the sun. Perry hopped off of the chair he was sitting in, switched into his secret agent mode then cocked back an arm and slapped William before going back into domestic mode.
"Thanks, Perry. I needed that," William said. "Now what?" Isabella Garcia-Shapiro, Phineas' girlfriend, asked. "We continue to try and reunite Rocky and CeCe," William said. "Although..."
"Although what, Bill?" Sofia asked. "I have a sneaking suspicion that the A.I.C. may have had a hand in not only getting us thrown off the show, but Rocky and CeCe's breakup and the fire, too!" William said.
"A sound hypothesis, William," Ferb Fletcher—Phineas' step-brother—said. "After all, they might be seeking revenge for the crushing defeat we inflicted on them in our world."
"Although," Commander Meap of the Intergalactic Security Agent added, "this entire episode may just be a native-to-this-world incident that the A.I.C. may be exacerbating for their own ends."
"Another good idea, Meap," William said. "Then, let's find out. E.R.I.N., get me every iota of data on the fire that destroyed the original Shake It Up, Chicago set as soon as you can." "Acknowledged, William," E.R.I.N. said.
"In the meantime, let's pound the pavement and try to find Rocky and CeCe," William said. "We may not be dancing this Saturday, but with a little luck, Rocky and CeCe will!"
Later that day, William was walking down a street near the Shake It Up, Chicago studio and saw Rocky, her face downcast as she looked at the marquee on the studio building. "Excuse me. Are you Rocky Blue?" William asked.
"Who wants to know?" Rocky asked. "My name is Scott Williams, and I am the leader of the dance troupe called 'Enterprizing Voyagerz,'" William said. "We were shocked to hear what happened to you and how you were dumped by Shake It Up, Chicago."
"What's the point of this?" Rocky asked. "The point is that we were—and I stress, were—fans of the show until they kicked you to the curb. So, hows about you come and dance with us in the Enterprizing Voyagerz crew?"
"I'll have to speak to my dad about this," Rocky said, her face slightly brightened. "Well, here's our demo disc, plus my card. If you or your father have any questions, call me," William said, handing Rocky a DVD and a business card.
"I look forward to hearing from you soon," William said. Nodding to Rocky, William walked off. As he did, he heard Rocky pull out a cell phone. "Dad, it's me," she said. "I have to talk to you. I'm on my way home now."
As soon as he was safely out of Rocky's view and earshot, William activated his communicator. "Edwards to Enterprise." "Garcia-Shapiro here," Isabella said. "Isabella, phase 1 is complete," William said. "Begin phase 2."
::TBC::
Note: As mentioned in the note in Chapter 4 of Episode I: "Sofia's Destiny," "shtako" is a profanity akin to the "S-Word" used by the Castithan alien species in the TV series and video game Defiance. "Haigyi" is a word used by the show/game's Irathient species that translates into the "B-Word."
