Guardian

Greeting and Salutations


Duckberg, Trailer Park

Fenton was napping as peaceful as he could be when his phone went off. In his haze, he thought it might be Gandra again, maybe deciding on what restaurant she wanted to go to that evening. But when it rang a second time, Fenton realized that it wasn't his house line ringing, it was his private line. He shook off the sleep at once and said his secret code word. Instantly, he was transformed into the one and only superhero, Gizmoduck.

He pressed a button and a compartment opened up in his suit. He reached in and pulled out a normal looking telephone. "Gizmoduck here!"

"Hey Giz" A familiar voice was heard, "I need a favor"

"Wingy!" Gizmoduck perked up at the sound of his college. "What do ya need? Steelbeak escape? Tuskernini making another movie?...Oh let me guess, the Fearsome Five have returned and are wreaking havoc on St. Canard. You say the word Wingy, and GIZMODUCK will be there."

Darkwing stammered, "No, no, actually St. Canard is rather quite at the moment."

"Then I don't understand. You only call me when your city is in peril, literally at the last second when all hope seems lost. Don't tell me ya called to take me to baseball game or something."

"WHAT! No….I mean…" Giz heard a sigh from the caped hero. "Listen Giz, I really need your help on this one."

"If St. Canard isn't in trouble, then what do you need my help with? Doing your taxes?"

"My daughter" Darkwing said honestly.

"Little Gizmobuddy is in trouble?" Giz said as bold as he could.

"Not exactly, SHUSH assigned Launchpad and me a case overseas. There is a strict law about outsides, so I can take any Justice Ducks or Gos with me. My neighbors are out of town, and Morg is handling a crisis in Transylvania. I have no one to take care of Gos while I'm gone."

"Isn't she old enough to take care of herself for a few days?" Giz asked honestly.

"Not with the amount of enemies I have. My identity is safe and everything, but I'm not going to bet my daughter's life on that."

"I understand Wingy. So how long will you be gone?"

"Don't know. Two weeks max."

"I think I can handle little gizmobuddy for that long."

"Thanks Giz, we'll make for Duckberg as soon as Gos is packed."

"No problemo Wingy."

"Oh and one more thing Giz. This mission is kind of dangerous. I have full confidence in LP and myself…but if something does happen, my will is in a safe back in the house. I want Morg to deliver the news to Gos, ok?"

"I can respect that, but hopefully she will never have to. And Wingy?"

"Yeah Giz?"

"Outsider law or not, if your in trouble, you call me, understand?" Gizmoduck was very serious about what he just said. He would deal with whatever consequences there were. If his friend was in trouble, Giz would not sit by and wait for news to come of his death.

"You got it, Giz"

The phone hung up and Giz sighed. Two weeks taking care of the most spirited 10 year old on the planet. Seriously, she made Mr. McDuck's nephews look like angels. This was going to be very interesting.

SHUSH HQ, rooftop

Darkwing hit the alarm code on the outside of the Thunderquack and he and Launchpad climbed in. Launchpad set a course back to Audubon Bay Bridge.

Gosylan perked up at the sight of her Dad. She didn't know what was going on, but she knew she wanted Quiverwing to be a part of it. "So what did Director Hooter want?"

Darkwing sighed. He knew where this conversation would lead…a fight about her coming along. It was unavoidable. "He assigned LP and me to an overseas case. Dr. Slug has kidnapped a member of the royal family of Oilrabia."

"Keen gear! I learned about Oilrabia two months ago in geography class. So are we leaving now? Or going back for supplies?" Gosylan asked.

"Gos…WE aren't going anywhere." Darkwing unbuckled his set belt and climb in the back seat. Launchpad tried to act as the fly on the wall, not wanting to step on DW's parenting.

Gos immediately got angry. "I knew it! You think I'm a baby. I can't come with you because I'm not a real hero yet. Your going to have Morgana baby sit me aren't you." She always hated when her dad didn't believe in her as a hero.

Little did she know that Darkwing was proud to have the mighty Quiverwing carry on his work. But he just couldn't get past those eyes, the eyes of his baby girl. "Gos…it's not like that. Oilrabia won't let me take in anyone but Launchpad." He decided to make up a little white lie, "Honestly, I'd jump at the chance for the help of Quiverwing this time, it's going to be a tough mission and I was looking forward to you coming along. But the law is the law, sweetie."

Gosylan looked sad, "So I really have to stay home and have Morgana baby sit me?"

Darkwing didn't know quite how say she'd be rooming with Fenton in a trailer park in Duckberg. He hesitated.

Launchpad decided it was time to step in, DW was going to say something to make Gos mad, and this was a dangerous mission. His Dad always taught him, 'don't say goodbye angry, you might not see them again.' And as optimistic as the pilot was, he'd hate for Gos to grow up with the last memory of DW filled with hurt. "Well Gos…" He started. "DW was going to call Morgana, but Fenton called in an emergency from Duckberg?"

Darkwing's eyes narrowed, 'what was he up to?' he thought.

Gosylan's eyes went wide, "What? Is he in trouble?"

Launchpad laughed his innocent laugh, "Nothing to much, he just called DW for help. The Beagle Boys are back, more than ever. He's having a hard time guarding Mr. McDee's money bin. DW couldn't go help out because of the SHUSH case, but he told old Fenton, that he'd send the next best thing….Quiverwing Quack!"

"Oh Dad, you really said all that?!" Gosylan jumped up and hugged her father.

This caught him off guard as his daughter's vice grip squeezed him. "Ummm….apparently" He then leaned into the pilot and whispered, "LP! What are you talking about?"

Launchpad whispered back, "I'm talking about the mighty Quiverwing help a walking tank guard the safest building on the planet. Gyro has 64 security systems set up around that place, and that was the last time I was there, who knows how much more Mr. McDee's installed since then.

Gosylan continued to hug her Dad who said, "Hmmm….well those Beagle boys can be rough, you know. You sure you're up to the task…Quiverwing?"

She finally let go smiling at her dad, "Are you kidding? My first, very own assignment? Oh dad I can't wait!"

Duckberg, McDuck's Bin

Gizmoduck was back on patrol around the bin, his suit armed and ready. Unfortunately, his mind wasn't. He had been trying to come up with any possible plan of juggling Gos, the Bin, the autograph signing scheduled tomorrow, the massive stock report Mr. McDuck needed done, Gandra, and Gandra's Dad. For the first time ever Gizmoduck honestly thought, 'how does Wingy do it?' Gos wasn't even here yet, and he was panicking over two weeks of babysitting. Wingy had to do this everyday of his life. 'I hope Gandra doesn't want kids anytime soon.' He added to that thought.

His thoughts were interrupted by the sudden jet sound. He looked up into the sky and saw the Thunderquack. "Gee…He doesn't waste anytime." Giz said in an almost terrified voice. This was the first time he'd be responsible for another duck's life. Being a hero and protecting the city was one thing, but this was the ultimate trust. Gos would have to take priority in everything for the next few weeks, and Gizmoduck was honestly very afraid he wouldn't live up to the task.

The plane landed, and Darkwing, Launchpad, and Quiverwing all climbed out. Launchpad and Gizmoduck automatically did their secret handshake dance that always confused the Mallards. When they were done, Darkwing reached into the plane and grabbed two large duffle bags.

"Ok Giz, one is Quvierwing's clothes, the other is her sports gear; she has her arrow bag on her along with 3 spare customs….."

Giz cut him off, "Wait? She's going to be going around as Quiverwing?"

Quiverwing looked up, "Yeah? Didn't you say you needed help guarding the bin?"

Giz looked down at the little girl's eyes. Something was pleading in them. His thoughts were interrupted by the sudden pain in his shoulder; Launchpad had nudged him, hard. "Ummm…Gizmoduck always needs help guarding the city and protecting the innocent…evil never sleeps you know." He said all at once.

That answer seemed to have satisfied her, "So you're on patrol today; I'll get started on the north end, setting some booby traps." She ran off to the front of the bin, leaving the adults behind.

Giz sighed, "I'm not going to get any sleep am I?"

"Afraid not Gizaroo." Launchpad said with a smile. "Gos is a handful, that's for sure, but you'll have a fun time while she's here."

Darkwing added to that, "Sorry about this whole thing, but I honestly had no where to turn. LP and I have to leave immediately"

"That's ok Wingy, I'm sure it won't be all bad, right?" Just then a load alarm went off, and the bin went into lock down. It was one of Gyro's many security systems that had been tripped. All three heroes went on high alert; did the Beagle Boy's try something?

Darkwing, Launchpad, and Giz all started scouting around, looking for any signs of danger as the alarm continued to go off. They were interrupted by the load yelling of an Angry Scotsmen.

"Caught ya, ya little thief!" They heard him say.

The three heroes made their way to front of the bin where they heard the commotion. The alarms started to subside, but the arguing that they heard was far loader, "I'm not a thief! Put me down!"

Darkwing recognized that voice at once and started running, LP and Giz followed. They came upon the sight of Scrooge McDuck holding the young hero by the collar. She was trying to hit him with her fist, but he was dodging as best he could.

"Unhand her!" Darkwing said with a very serious tone.

McDuck complied when he saw the sight of his ultimate security system. "Gizm'duck, arrest this thief at once"

"How dare you talk to my daughter like that" Darkwing wasn't about to take any insult about his baby girl, especially after so many crimes she helped stop in the past. "Who do you think you are?"

"I'm Scrooge McDuck, the richest Duck in the world, and I take it by your hat and cape, you're that masked vigilante from St. Canard."

"Darkwing's the name….don't forget it."

"Hmpt! Well if she's your daughter, she's your responsibility. Maybe you should keep a better eye on her when she's disabling a major alarm!"

"Quiverwing?" Darkwing turned, "What happened?"

She had been silent, starring violently towards the old duck the entire time, "I was setting up an arrow trap in the bushes. The next thing I know, a siren goes off, and this old Fuddie Duddie has me by the neck."

McDuck pointed his cane, "See, she admits to messing around with my perfectly placed alarm system."

Darkwing got on one knee and looked at his daughter dead in the eye, 'was he going to yell at me?' she thought.

"Quiverwing" He began, "I thought we talked about this….always be aware of your surroundings. What if this old Fuddie Duddie had been Negaduck or Bushroot, or someone who could actually hurt you?"

"But Dad!..."

"No but Dad!...You got over excited…I taught you better, remember, danger is everywhere, trust nothing."

Gos nodded, "Right Dad!"

Scrooge didn't approve, "HMPT! That's your lecture to the little delinquent. You call yourself a parent."

"What do you know about parenting, rich duck?!" Darkwing got up and faced off with Scotsmen.

Launch and Giz tried to intervene, LP pulling DW back and Giz pulling McDuck back.

"Careful laddie, I'll have you know I've got five little ones back at home!" He started waving his cane about.

"Oh, being raised by a butler or nanny no doubt while you're here day in and day out counting your money. Why don't you stop telling me how to be parent and go be one yourself?!"

Launchpad finally got a good grip on his mentor and turned DW to face to him. "DW! Now I respect you, but I won't have you talking like that about Mr. McDee or little ones."

McDuck continued on his end, "Don't you talk to me like that, you have know idea about the amount of work and effort I put forth with my wee ones, you only have one, a delinquent yes, but only one!"

Giz got his grip on the rich duck and did the same as Launchpad, "Mr. McDuck, I'll have you know Quiverwing is a member of the Justice Ducks. She puts her life on the line just as much as I do, and she deserves your thanks and respect!"

Both Ducks started to clam down while being talked to.

McDuck was the first to speak, "Now what's this all about" He approached the young duckling that was by her father's side at this point, "What were you doing with my alarm system?"

"Fixing it! A wire was cut, and I was reconnecting it, plus setting up an arrow trap so if someone tried it again, a net would come down, the alarm would go off, and Gizmoduck would come and arrest them."

McDuck eyed the young one, "and why exactly were you generously doing this?"

Gizmoduck spoke up, "Um sir? It's my fault. Wingy has been called away on assignment, and I needed some help. You know with the Beagle Boys on the loose, a second pair of eyes is always a good thing. Heck, it was probably them who cut that wire in the first place, and I completely missed it."

McDuck responded, "So you think you have what it takes to protect me bin?"

"I found that wire didn't I? Dad always says, 'check every amount of detail in every environment. Any clue can crack the case!'"

Darkwing stood with pride, "That's my little girl!"

"Dad...I'm not little, I'm turning 11 next month."

"Don't remind me" He patted her on the head and laughed.

McDuck took a step closer, "Well I know when I'm wrong, and I'm duck enough to say so, I'm sorry…Quiverwing was it?"

She nodded. "Apology accepted"

"I'd appreciate any help you're young eyes can give Gizm'duck, provided he takes full responsibility for ya."

Gizmoduck stood bold, "Nothing to worry about Mr. McDuck!"

"Good, now if you don't mind, this entire racket has made me a bit uneasy. Gizm'duck, if ya need me, I'll be in the bin, swimming."

"Right-o Mr. Duck." The old Scotsmen walked away almost as quickly as he'd shown up, leaving the heroes outside

Darkwing spoke first, "Well Gos, we got to take off, try to be more careful sweetie."

"I know dad."

"BTW, you've disabled alarms before, why'd that one slip?"

"It was ready to go off dad, someone cut it! I just re-connected it."

Gizmoduck spoke up, "Perhaps it's defected, I'll have Gyro take a look at it tomorrow."

Gos smiled, "No I can fix it; I just need it to be shut off for a few seconds."

Giz looked down, "You're a little gizmo wiz kid eh?"

Darkwing and Launchpad laughed, "Are you kidding Giz?" DW said, "Every weapon SHUSH or Gyro sends me, she figures out how to operate before I even finish reading the instructions."

Giz just starred, this kid was defiantly going to be a handful.

They made their way back to the plane and were saying their goodbyes. Launchpad and Giz gave another secret handshake/dance, different than the one last time. And Darkwing hugged Gos close.

Darkwing didn't' want to let go, "Now you have Morg's number right?"

"Yeah Dad"

"Ok and you packed the first aid kit right?"

"Yeah Dad"

"And your homing watch?" Darkwing had a watch made after his last major adventure, one with a homing beacon built inside. Gos had gone missing and ended up in the hospital. He had panicked, searching across the city. Now the Thunderquack or the Rat-catcher could find her anywhere within 100 miles.

"YEAH DAD!" She said with an annoying, yet understanding voice.

"Ok, ok, forgive me for worrying. I know you'll do great Gos, just try to stay out of that old duck's way. For his sake." He laughed.

Gos smiled, "Be careful Dad, Dr. Slug is a tricky one."

"You don't have to remind me; honestly I think this whole mission is a hoax."

"Keep your guard up, watch your ego."

"Ok kiddio." He gave her one last hug "I love you, more than anything. You know that right?"

"Yeah I know Dad. I love you too"

They released each other. Launchpad came over and gave Gos a hug too, said he'd miss her and to expect a Wiffle Boy match when he got back. Gos laughed at the pilot. The hero and sidekick climbed into the plane and it took off. Darkwing's eyes looked out the window down at the little crime fighter, who's eyes were locked with his. They stayed that way until the plane jetted forward, towards Oilrabia.

Not too far off in the distance….

'Perfect….the clown left her with the showboat. Darkwing you are the stupidest superhero I've ever met…' then he looked straight at Giz, 'Well second place isn't so bad, Darkwing. Soon I will have my revenge.' The evil mastermind thought.


Author's note: Wow, I think that's the longest chapter I've ever written. At this point DW and LP will probably not come back till the end of the story. I know this takes place more in the Ducktales universe, but Gosylan is the main character. Hope you all enjoyed the update, I love Scrooge, and thank you to the reviewers, keep'm coming!! XD