To be honest I had to kick myself in the pants to get started on this chapter today. Idk just lack of motivation I guess. Gasps Oh Noes, Fanboyism waning! *FLAILS* Ok, no worries, just gotta watch more Rio :D Hope that cure it. Also been considering an RP for Rio. However, I'd like Vets and not noobs/horrible Rpers to join. Maybe I could make it awesome, who knows? Anyways, writing this with some semblance of what I'm typing. Also, surprise Dubstep dancing bird! (You'll know what I'm talking about by the end of this chapter)
The sunlight crept into the filthy "pigeon palace" as Blu had recalled saying to Jewel last night. As the Duo awoke, they were greeted by the sound of traffic, and a excited Jhonny. "Good Morning, jungle birds." said Jhonny, in a happy tone. "Happy Fourth of July." said Jhonny. Jewel looked over at Blu, who returned the greeting, and turned back to Jewel. "Fourth of July, is a day when we celebrate America becoming a nation." said Blu, who remembered celebrating it with Linda, when they lived in Minnesota.
"Oh, so like Sete de Setembro?" asked Jewel, understanding the concept. "Yes, exactly, Americans celebrate with Fireworks, Grilled Food, and showing off Red White and Blue." said Blu, trying to elaborate further. "Well, nice to know your smart bird, but shall we continue on the tour?" asked Jhonny, a bit frustrated that he was explaining it better than he could have. As they flew around the city, Jhonny looked for a decent bus to take over, and make it the beginning of the tour for that day. As he found a bus, close to where they left off, they flew on top, and sat on the luggage. When they hit Battery Park, going north, Jhonny became nervous.
"I, uh, have to go for a sec. Vinney will help you out." said the emotional Jhonny, and he flew off fast, North of Batter Park, where the Bus was heading. The faithful Vinney appeared, and although less talkative, tried to inform the guests of Jhonny's problem, while also being informative. His voice was dull, yet somewhat sad sounding. "On September 11th, 2001, terrorists hi-jacked two air planes." As he spoke, he tried to keep his emotion out of it. They passed a contruction site, an Vinney pointed to the sites. "Here lied the Twin Towers, the biggest buildings in New York. The terrorists crashed the planes into the buildings, to strike fear into the American public, and to, essentially, make war with us. Less then an hour after being stuck by the planes, the towers collapsed, and killed almost anyone inside the buildings. To date, it is one of the worst attacks on America since Pearl Harbor, and has the most Civilian Casualties of any war America has participated in."
The seriousness washed over them, as they moved past the sights. Blu remembered that day. He recalled Linda saying "This is horrible Blu. Why would someone do this?" she asked. Blu himself, thought it very saddening that humans would go to war over anything, and do the stupidest things possible, just to get a point across. Jewel, although much less reactive, thought it almost impossible any plane could bring down the tall buildings. And to think of all those lives lost...It made her very disheartened to say the least. As they continued on, they passed by a music store.
"Ugh, what is that?" she asked, hearing some weird mechanical noise, that had a strange, fast rhythm. Blu laughed, knowing the tone. "That's dubstep." said Blu. "Kind of crazy fast mechanical sounding music. It sounds impossible to dance to, but some can manage." As if on cue, a bird landed on a bench in front of the store. It began moving it's head quickly, to keep up with the beats. It moved, as if virbating at some parts, while others it focused more on moving its wings and feet. Jewel could not contain her laughter, and began to laugh. Blu joined her, as the fast dancing Pigeon continued his strange motions.
Shortly thereafter, Jhonny rejoined them. "Sorry...My Mom died in the Towers. Kind of gets me emotional." As he spoke, Blu and Jewel nodded there heads, giving there condolences. "Anyways, I hope your up for a bit of Flying, because our next stop is Ellis Island." As he began to flap upwards, Jewel said "Are you kidding? I'm not like that pet over there." she said Pointing to Blu. Blu showed a slight smile. "You seemed to walk just fine, when you broke your wing!" said Blu, retorting back. "HEY, I wouldn't have broken my wing, if you hadn't gotten in Nigels grip!" said Jewel, her anger flaring up. "Relax Jewel, I'm just messing around." said Blu, trying to calm her down. "Oh...Sorry." she said, blushing. She wasn't use to this funny, happy-go-lucky Blu. She thought Must be this city...
As they made their way to Ellis Island, Jewel gawked. "Is that, a giant lady?" asked Jewel, not sure if she was crazy or not. "Nope, your not crazy pretty bird." said Jhonny. Jewel and Blu paused a moment, reflecting on what Jhonny said. "Sorry" said Blu "We're just a bit nervous about that nickname. Someone we hate uses it." Finished Blu. "Sorry Exotics, didn't mean to freak you out." said Jhonny, who continued flapping. They kept flapping for a few more minutes. As they approached the Statue, Jhonny explained. "Stature of Liberty, give to us by the french, as a sign of Friendship. Made of Copper, it stands 305 feet off the ground." said Jhonny, but Blu interrupted "And one inch." Jhonny looked at Blu, and said Angrily " Hey you want a tour or what?" Blu, non-conflictual by nature, backed off, and said sorry.
As they began to fly away from the statue, Jewel couldn't help but wonder how long it had taken. It was ridiculously big, and she thought that all the copper in the world must have been needed. As they flew from it, they headed towards a very large building. It wasn't the largest, but it was pretty massive. As they centered around it Jhonny began "This is the Empire State Building," and Jhonny got onto another bout of spewing facts. Jewel ignored him, while Blu paid attention for the most part. As they landed one of the areas atop the building. As they landed, Jewel looked around, and looked straight down. The people looked like ants, and although she could fly, she still felt nervous around the edge. Partly, seeing Jewels reaction, and partly because he was scared himself, he stepped away from the edge, while Jewel followed.
"Well this is where I leave you fellows." said Jhonny, about to fly away. "Wait!" said Jewel "Were are you going?" She asked. She didn't want to be stranded here. "Hey you guys are on some honeymoon thing right?" said Jhonny. Jewel looked at Blu, who stared back. "Yeah, something like that." Blu stated. Jhonny smiled. "Well your sittin' in the most romantic spot for fireworks, on your honeymoon. Do the math." said Jhonny. The Duo chuckled a bit, and realized they wouldn't mind a bit of time alone, to relax. As Jhonny flew off, Jewel and Blu yelled "Thank you!" to which Jhonny replied, "Have fun!"
Wooh! Awesome chapter. I have a feeling I'm getting away from meaningful diaoluge, and that's no good. So next chapter, I will have more emotional Dialogue, like I've been doing. Nothing bad in the next chapter, so Fireworks scene will be beautiful. Also, told you 'bout them Dub Step Birds. XD Anyways, hope you enjoyed, please leave a review!