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Alternate Possibilities for Nightmare in Retroville:
Jimmy had created a device that could change his friends to look like real monsters. But they turned out to be real monsters. He avoided being bit by Cindy because he was defensive when he saw her with Carl and she aggressively bore her fangs at him. In the end he cured them as would be expected but what if he didn't? What if things had played out different? Let us explore that in another two possible realities.
October 31st in Retroville:
Jimmy raced around the town looking for his friends. Goddard was scanning for any screams or wolf howls that could give them an idea which way to head. He spotted Cindy walking down the street and he immediately set the hover car down and leapt out calling out to her. She turned to face him and happily said "Happy Halloween Jimmy" her smile made his heart flutter as it usually did. How could she be that gorgeous?
"Have you seen Carl?"
"No I haven't but I assumed you would have been out with him and Sheen trick or treating. Have you seen Libby? She was supposed to meet me here though." Jimmy looked quickly back and forth and said "We got to get out of here Cindy it isn't safe. I accidently turned Carl and Sheen into real monsters."
She let out a long sigh "I won't even ask. I'm getting used to this stuff. Ok let's go." She hopped beside him in the hover car and they took off into the night sky. They had traveled a few miles when Cindy asked Jimmy if he could set the hover car down in the park because she wasn't feeling well. He quickly set down and turned in his seat to face her. The concern was visible in his expression but to his surprise Cindy slid closer to him.
"Jimmy?" she purred in his ear as she wrapped her arms tightly around his waist. Her head was resting on his shoulder. He froze from her physical contact "Uhh Cindy what are you doing? I have a confession to make to you Jimmy. I have secretly liked you since I first met you. She sat up releasing her hug on him. He turned to face her and she could see the surprise in his eyes. She leaned forward and he found himself lost in her lucid green eyes. They glimmered in the light of the lamp post next to the car and it only seemed to magnify her good looks. Her hair smells like jasmine.
"I know it's hard to believe but it's true. I'm sorry I've always been so mean to you. But that is going to change. I was afraid that you would reject me if you knew the truth. But I'm not afraid anymore. She pulled him close to her and kissed him gently on the lips. His mind raced and he felt like he was going to pass out from the emotional overload. She smiled at how red his cheeks had gotten and the thoughts that were racing through his mind only made her happier. Should I tell him I can read his thoughts? His thoughts really are so cute I would hate to interrupt them….I can't believe he thinks so highly of me. He really is worth my love after all. His blood smells so good hmmmmm.
I have one more confession to make Jimmy. I did see Carl tonight. Before his mind could register what she had said she pulled him close and her mouth latched down on to his neck driving her fangs in deeply. He swooned and felt himself getting light headed and it actually felt amazingly good.
She released him and smiled. She wiped the blood that had dripped down her chin. He lay next to her his breathing was labored. Cindy could tell by the sound of his heart that he had lost too much blood and if left alone he soon would die.
"I won't let you die Jimmy. I wasn't lying to you. I really do love you. I think you will really like being a vampire." She bit her wrist and placed it in his mouth. He immediately reached up latching onto her wrist and began drinking what she freely gave.
Six months later:
The sun had set and Jimmy, Cindy and Carl woke from their hiding place in the lab. The Lab really was the perfect lair. It had a state of the art security system that was dangerous to any would be intruders and kept the sunlight from finding them during the day. Jimmy reprogrammed Goddard to kill any intruders in the event that his security system was bypassed. They couldn't be too careful especially after Libby and Sheen had been shot down by silver bullets in the first full moon since they had become werewolves.
Jimmy had insisted that if they were going to remain hidden in Retroville that they never should hunt in the town. But Cindy had plans of her own.
Cindy snuck out without letting the others know where she was heading. She had been doing this for the last few nights and didn't want the others knowing what she was up too. She landed softly near her destination. It was the house that Betty Quinlan lived at. I know there is a part of Jimmy that still misses Betty. He says he loves me but how do I know he is truly devoted? She floated up and peered into the window. Betty was sleeping in bed. There is only one way I'll ever be truly free of her. Cindy vanished from sight and a soft mist slowly slid through the gap in the window sill. It drifted softly along the foot of Betty's bed. She turned over in her sleep and let out a soft groan. It slowly began to collect and concentrate into the spot next to Betty forming into Cindy. Her eyes glowed red and she frowned at her peaceful victim. You have no idea how much trouble you have caused me. What did Jimmy ever see in you? Cindy gently pulled back Betty's hair exposing her neck and she opened her mouth. The fangs glinted in the light before they found their target. She fed slowly. I should tear you limb from limb. But I can't decide. If I kill you than we will both be free. But if I turn you immortal you'll live forever and that's how long I could torture you…Oh what is a girl to do?
She heard a noise coming from Betty's parent's room she quickly bit her own tongue than like a lioness she licked the puncture wounds on Betty's neck and they immediately closed up. The mist crept back out the window and dissipated into the night air. Her voice came out of the darkness. "See you tomorrow Betty".
Jimmy asked her where she had been but she blew off his question by simply telling him it was girl stuff and nothing to worry about. He sighed and decided it was time that they all got going. The night was young and it was time to feed. They went into the city and fed on the occasional vagrant or junky that they would easily find sleeping in an ally. Carl enjoyed stopping by the Retroville zoo to feed on the lamas. He never killed any of them of course. He would just drink a small amount and savor the moment.
Jimmy noticed that Cindy hadn't been feeding as much in the city the last few nights and the suspicions were mounting. If only I could read her thoughts. It is so weird that Carl and I can hear each other's thoughts and but neither of us can hear Cindy's. It must because Carl turned her and she turned me. If your directly linked your too close on the blood line to hear one another's thoughts. The only explanation for her lack of appetite is that she must be feeding when she takes off when we first wake up. But she is only gone for a short time. Where could she be going?
Good Ending:
The news report two nights later was claiming that local girl Betty Quinlan was found dead in her bedroom from apparent blood loss. A full autopsy was being performed and the police have not ruled out foul play. Cindy sat there in her seat simply staring at the TV. I didn't do that. I left her alive. Sure I was going to most likely kill her but I didn't. Oh no! Jimmy will blame me!
Someone cleared their throat behind her and she leapt to her feet. She was face to face with Jimmy. He stood with his arms crossed and asked "What are you watching Cindy?"
"I didn't do it!" She regretted blurting it out since it probably made her look really guilty.
"Relax Cindy. I know you didn't kill her. But you were visiting her though weren't you?" She didn't respond but her expression did wonders. He could sense she felt trapped and had gotten caught red handed. The anxiety was rushing off of her in waves. I can't read her thoughts but my vampire senses allow me to pick up body language all too well.
"How many times do I have to tell you she meant nothing to me when compared to my love for you? I only ever wanted her because she was nice to me and the girl I really wanted acted like she hated my guts. I was willing to settle for a second medal runner up in the mortal race of life because I didn't think the gold medal was attainable.
"You really mean that Jimmy? I'm your gold medal?" He smiled deeply and continued by saying I started following you the last few nights and watched you. It finally dawned on me the perfect way to convince you that I was over her. Come here please."
She slowly approached and he embraced her warmly. I did what you didn't seem to be planning on doing. I took her life so we can get passed this trouble you seem to be having with the part of our life that was mortal." He kissed her gently and they embraced until the happy couple was interrupted by Carl. "Guys, are you ready to go hunting? I'm starving." Jimmy and Cindy laughed whole heartedly and then the three of them slipped into the night to feed.
For the first time in years Cindy felt truly happy. She had the love of her immortal life and the girl she hated was dead. Jimmy belonged completely and willingly to her. She smiled at that cause deep down inside she knew they belonged to each other.
The End.
Bad Ending:
Cindy was feeding on Betty for the 5th night in a row and the debate on whether or not she should kill her was still racking her brain. The window shattered and Jimmy flew into the room with a roar! Cindy flew back from the force of the telekinetic wave he hit her with and she was pinned against the wall. "How dare you touch her! You promised you wouldn't harm anyone from town and you know it Cindy! Betty woke up and screamed out in her shock. The scream alerted her parents and they came barging into her room. They entered to see Betty huddling in the back corner of her room and than suddenly a half man-bat like creature dropped in front of them. It stood up and faced them. It snarled at the two horrified parents. Jimmy stepped in front of them and faced ordered the man-bat creature to stand down. It snarled out "Make me if your able." He bared his fangs and leapt forward changing his own shape as he went. In a half bat form of his own he collided with Cindy and the two crashed through the wall.
Their howls and shrieks echoed through the night as each one fought for supremacy. Cindy was gaining the advantage. She bit into him and tore at him with her claws over and over. Her anger and jealousy was clouding her judgment and all she could see was red. They slammed into the trees and branches snapped and the ground shook with the impacts. Jimmy vanished in a puff of mist. "How could you do this to us Cindy?" She spun in circles looking for him.
"Do this to you! I offered you my love, my life, yet you side against me with Betty Boring!" she shouted back.
"I didn't side with anyone against you. All I asked was for you to leave the people in town alone. You broke that promise and now the whole town will know what we are. You could have condemned us all.
He appeared in front of her and approached slowly. His hands up in a motion that indicated he wanted peace. "
"I'm sorry Jimmy. I can't live like this any longer."
"But you can't go back. Cindy, you know there is no cure."
"I know. I think I'll just wait right here until the sun comes up."
"What! Cindy no you can't!"
"I've made up my mind about it. It will be up shortly. I won't have to wait long. Just leave Jimmy."
"I wont leave you here Cindy" he grabbed her arm and started to pull as hard as he could but she pushed him off of her. She was his creator and her strength was greater than his. "If you wont come than I'll stay with you." He sat down on the grassy hill with her. He looked out at the horizon and sighed. The night really was beautiful. He could hear the crickets chirping and he gazed up at the stars.
"Why would you want to stay with me? Why don't you go check on your dream girl? She said angrily" He grabbed her hand "I'm already with her. Without you this world isn't worth living in." The tears welled up in her eyes. She cried with her face buried in his chest. Her sobs came again and again. He lifted her chin so her eyes met his. I don't want to continue on like this either and I would rather end it now with you than at some future point without you. They remained silent and simply hugged each other until Jimmy finally said "See you in the next life OK Cindy? She smiled back at him and said "wouldn't miss it for the world."
They waited until the sun came up and as the sun broke the horizon they embraced in one final kiss and were no more.
The End.
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