I know it's been two weeks but I had a hard time finding time to write, type and edit it. It's a filler so don't get too excited. The real action is being saved for next week. P.S. there is some heavy foreshadowing.

Disclaimer: I do not own Doctor Who but I do own Andy, all other original characters and the plot.


Jungle Fever

The TARDIS shuddered and groaned out a noise. I let go of the bar once I felt the ship stop moving. It was somewhat anti-climactic; I expected it to move like an airplane taking off, but at least my ears did not pop. Walking back over to the Doctor I said, "have we arrived at our destination or are you still picking?" A screen appeared and the Doctor swiped across it, looking at various planets. All right so he is choosing.

"Doctor?" I waited until he looked away from the screen with a raised eyebrow.

"What is it Andy?" He asked patiently.

"How long are we gonna stay here? I know this is a time machine and all, so you can get me back before dinner, but I can't get my uniform dirty. I mean, unless you have a washer and dryer?"

The Doctor looked at me as if he could not believe was I had said. Shaking his head he said," I don't know where it is. But I do know where the wardrobe is." He turned me around and pushed me towards a staircase.

"Go up those stairs, take a left and keep going straight until you see a red door. Should be the tenth on the right. Pick anything you want. Hopefully it hasn't moved since I last went in there. We'll be ready to explore once you get back." He turned back to the screen without another word.

I followed his instructions and made my way to the wardrobe. It looked more like a department store than a walk-in-closet. I shuffled through the clothing and quickly picked an outfit, still stunned by the sheer size of the place.

When I got back to the Doctor, he was still staring at the screen. I cleared my throat.

The Doctor's ears perked up. "Oh, done already? That was quick." I walked over and peered at the screen. I saw the word 'reptilian' and shook my head at him, frowning in disgust. The Doctor flicked to the next one.

"Doctor, how many people have traveled with you besides Clara?"

The Doctor eyed my face for a moment before saying, "a lot, why?"

"Nothing, it's just I found more dresses than bowties in the wardrobe." I answered with a tug at his bowtie.

"I'll admit I've traveled with more females than males. Can't have too much testosterone in here at one time. Why, jealous?"

The Doctor smirked at me. I gave him a blank stare in return.

"Not even. But it does beg the question of your age. You can't be more than thirty and it looks like you've traveled with over a hundred people already."

He sighed heavily. His eyes suddenly looked ancient and lost their childlike twinkle.

"I'm over 1,500 years old, or 1,800. I've lost count, to be quite honest."

"Jesus Christ. You're old as hell!"

He shook his head. "I've known beings that have lived far longer than that. I just hope I age better than he did."

"You look good for your age. You must have a good moisturizer." I said playfully.

"Nah, I've just had more than one body." He saw the look on my face and said, "Maybe I'll tell you about it soon."

He diverted his attention back to the screen, signaling the end of the conversation. But I was not done just yet.

"Where are you from?"

He paused." Gallifrey."

"Where's that?"

"Far."

"Oh. Can we go there-?"

"No," he replied abruptly.

"Why not?"

He gave me an annoyed look and I smiled innocently.

"Because it's not there anymore," he spat.

My smile faded and I shuffled my feet awkwardly, avoiding his gaze. "Oh. That's sad."

"Yeah. Well enough of that. I've found the perfect planet for us to explore. Mind you, it took a bit of time."

The Doctor messed around with the controls then pulled a lever. The TARDIS made that funny noise again. He ran down the stairs, pulling me with him to the doors. He opened one and said, "Andy, welcome to Ferrum Gerit."

I looked around, astounded. The streets and buildings were chromed out, and shone brightly under the blue sun. It kinda reminded me of that one episode of SpongeBob Squarepants. People strolled through the streets with fluffy umbrellas, dressed very posh-like. Their skin had a blue tint and their hair was bright, neon colors. Over the tops of a few skyscrapers I spotted a vast jungle. It seemed that the jungle surrounded the entire city. I wondered what the other cities were like and if they were as impressive as this one. People gawked at us as we rambled through the streets. Some gave us looks of bewilderment while others looked as if they recognized us from somewhere.

It seemed as though we had walked half the city when the Doctor spotted a Research Center. Inside, the secretary informed us about a tour of the jungle surrounding the city. Apparently the entire planet was covered in it except the city. It cost 10,000 pounds apiece and she muttered under her breath that we probably would not be able to afford it. We ignored her and checked the calendar with the upcoming dates. The next one was not for another two weeks. The Doctor left me to fill out the signup forms while he went to the ATM. I had to make up fake information for the Doctor. He came back with 20,000 pounds in cash and slammed them on the counter for the secretary to sort out while the tour coordinator came out to tell us what we had to bring and wear. She told us we had to wear camouflage to help blend into the surroundings. It was required of everyone. I didn't see what camouflage was going to do for them because of their skin and hair. There was a store across town that sold only camouflage but the Doctor said we could get our outfits from the TARDIS' wardrobe. I bet he had a camouflage suit and matching tie.

We jumped forward two weeks and were at the Research Center waiting for the rest of the group. We got there one hour early because the Doctor wanted to talk to the scientists and expedition leaders about the jungle before everyone else arrived. They explained that even though the wild life was tolerant, we must not wander off because we could get lost in the vast length of the jungle. They gave us a quick run of the rules, regulations, the sights, and creatures we could expect to see. The other members started trickling in.

There were about 30 of us altogether. Most were posh families dressed in silk camouflage which was freaking ridiculous. One woman even brought her three-eyed pink pug along. It was barking and biting at people. The woman's husband had to restrain it. I hoped it would be eaten by something.

A friendly couple came over and chatted us up. They were middle class and had saved up for months to go on the expedition. Both had gone as children with their families but had not gone back in 30 years and wanted to go for their 15-year anniversary. They were a nice break from the other stuffy inhabitants. They simply laughed and said that most of the people were wealthy business owners from all over the galaxy who resided there. Only a small amount of middle class lived on Ferrum Gerit, the others lived on neighboring planets. During our discussion a fellow went up to the Doctor, interrupting us.

"I apologize for intruding on your conversation but sir; I recognized you from long ago. You probably do not remember me, it has been so many years but I wanted to come over and say thank you once again. The Doctor was it?"

The man looked to be in his fifties with a receding hairline and a long mustache. He strongly resembled Teddy Roosevelt.

The Doctor had a puzzled expression.

"I'm sorry, I don't remember ever meeting you." the Doctor said.

"Are you sure? It was about 20 years ago. You saved my planet from destruction along with that young woman you were with."

"I save a lot of planets from destruction. And with many young women. Tell me, did you look different back then?" the Doctor eyed his protruding stomach.

"Not by much. Gained a little weight and lost some hair but nothing too drastic. Maybe… maybe it has not happened to you yet. Yes of course you are a time traveler; a Time Lord. Well good sir, I am Perker Simmons, pleased to meet you."

They shook hands. The Doctor gestured to me.

"This is Andy Brando. This is her first trip out in the universe. How ya doing Andy?"

"Good so far Doctor. Hello Mr. Simmons, nice to meet you." I held out my hand to shake but Mr. Simmons was too busy inspecting my face. He took my hand after a beat.

"Why, you look so different. Hardly recognized you young lady," he said it more to himself, "lovely to meet you Miss Brando." He lingered on the handshake and I hesitantly pulled my hand from him, giving him a small smile.

"Just Andy is fine."

"Then I insist on you calling me Perker, Miss Andy."

"Alright Perk-"

A young boy cut me off. He was a tiny little thing with an adorable disposition. "You're Andy Brando?"

I blinked. "Yes sir."

"But you don't look like her."

I crouched down to his level. "What does she look like?"

"Older. Taller. And other things."

"Other things, well I doubt I'll grow anymore so you must mean another Andy Brando. It's not an uncommon name. Unless of course I'm stuck traveling with this idiot for a long time. Which I doubt. Maybe the Doctor here has met another one." I pointed to the Doctor. He looked at him then back at me.

"I know him, everyone does. He's the goofy Doctor."

"Goofy? When did they start calling me that?"

I rolled my eyes at him.

"Doctor, Andy, this is Johnny Cassio. He's our godson," Miranda announced.

"Nice to meet you Johnny," the Doctor and I said in sync.

Miranda and her husband, Marty, explained that they were keeping an eye on Johnny as a favor to his parents. His parents could not afford to go with him but needed to send him. He was in a special botany program that required him to go on the expedition. I was surprised he was old enough to be in the program. They revealed that he was eleven-years-old but had a condition that made him physically develop later than his peers.

At that point, I had only met a handful of friendly aliens so I stuck close to my little group as we loaded into the trucks with our bags in our laps.

The expedition would last a few days; it varied each trip depending on the members. We rode through the crowds until we came to a magnificently crafted golden gate that led us onto a dirt path and divided us from civilization.

I hopped off the truck and soaked in the jungle. It was remarkably like the jungles back on Earth. The trees were as high as skyscrapers, the shrubbery was thick and all the plants were brightly colored. I did not spot any animals but the scientists said we wouldn't see any until were farther in.

We were ushered in deeper by the group leaders once everyone got situated. In my peripheral view, I swear I saw white feathers that could have belonged to a swan, but when I told the Doctor he said the only swans on the planet were kept as pets and would not be that far out into the jungle without being eaten already.


The foreshadowing for the next chapter is very subtle but the other ones are right in your face but nothing will happen for those for a very long time :D.

Until next week! (Maybe)

P.S.S I won't be updating next week but the week after because I'm busy studying for the SATs right now. After next though I'll be done. Forgive me :(