Jellicles In Training

A Cats Musical/CO world Crossover

Chapter 4 – "A Pollicle or Not?"

Morning came faster than usual. Everyone was in a hurry getting all the stuff they needed for the journey to their new home. Maj was going up to everyone, showing them what things were essential for the voyage……although she couldn't help but notice Misto following her at a distance. To him, it was kinda amazing to finally not be the only magician. But to have the new one be a female……well, that was something else. Her coal black eyes and glowing red claws were beautiful, but because he was still not yet into tom-hood, he was just too shy to go up to her. She could see that he was interested, but she couldn't see the shyness holding him back. She just thought he was still afraid.

"All right Maj, everyone is packed and ready to go." Munk said.

"OK. My friend should be here soon. I sent him a message though telepathy to meet us here." She said turning her head towards the gate.

"Shhh…" Demeter whispered, "Old Deuteronomy is going to make a speech."

The elderly cat stood up on the old tire. All the Jellicles gathered around, Misto still keeping an eye on Maj.

"My tribe, this yard has been our home for centuries. It is a great misfortune to have to leave it. Let us hope we find the same happiness in our new home as we did here."

Suddenly, Maj sensed something was wrong. She turned around to see what it was…and was horrified at what she saw. Coming up the street towards the Junkyard…was the dreaded Wreaking Ball!

"Dammit!" she thought,"We got to get out of her NOW!"

"Quick Everybody RUN FOR YOUR LIVES!!!!" She screamed.

One look at the dreaded thing and every one took off towards the gate. Once out, they turned to watch their beloved home smash to bits.

"Wait, I forgot something!" Pounce squealed, run back towards the yard.

"POUNCE NO DON'T, IT'S DANGEROUS!!!!" Jennyanydots yelled as Jellylorum tried to stop him, but it was too late. Pounce had walked right into the lion's den. Maj tried to run back in to save him but it was no use. Trash of all kinds flew in every direction. If it weren't for her fire breathing, Maj was sure to be flattened. It was impossible to enter. Not even the Great RumpusCat could have gotten through the destruction. "AAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!" Pounce let out a scream.

"Brother, NO!" Tumble cried for his little sibling. Suddenly, there was a flash of light brown fur and a Scottish Fold Tabby tom ran right into the yard dodging every thing that flew at him. The talented tom ran through the destruction like an obstacle course. He snatched up Pounce and got him out of there safe and sound.

"NEVER scare my like that again Pounce." Jenny lectured "You could have gotten killed!"

"Pounce, are you OK?" Tumble said worriedly.

"I'm fine. I just had to get my stuffed mouse." He said holding up a small toy. "Thank you so much for saving me, Mister."

"Pant, Don't mention it kid, bark." The tom replied.

"?????" Everyone was confused. Did this cat just bark like a Pollicle? And why was he wearing a dog collar?

Maj stepped in "Ummm, this Flip. He's the friend I said could take us to the Harbor Junkyard. He was raised in a boarding home for Pollicles, so his sense of smell is very strong. He can find a way home in no time."

"OK…he's not going to bite us, is he?" Bomba asked, giving the newcomer a strange look.

"Oh no, you have no need to worry. I don't chase cats, only squirrels and rubber balls." Flip replied as the kittens giggled in the background. He may be a strange cat, but it was kinda funny to see him twitch every time a squirrel jumped from a tree. "Well, his full name isn't The Flipped Flop for nothing" Maj thought.

"Well, we can't just stay here. We'd better get a move on." Munk announced. And with that, the tribe started their long journey.

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Meanwhile at the Harbor Junkyard, a small Tabby Fold kit was sniffing around the beach.

"Usagi, I can't catch my daddy's sent anywhere! He promised he'd play fetch with me, Loki, and Malurina."

"Sorry Fido, Maj has summoned him to help her bring the Jellicles here."

"But he promised. Now who's gonna play fetch with us?" the kit whined, giving Usagi a begging look.

"Sigh……alright I'll play one game, but not a word about it to anyone."

"Why?"

"Because having a tail that looks like a bunny's is embarrassing enough. If anyone found out I was playing a dog type game then I'd never here the end of it."

Author's note:

Hope you like the story. Just as a disclaimer, I DON'T OWN CATS! I only own the Strays In Training (- 1 Character. Malurina is based on a friend who reviews this story.)