Hello my dear reader of which I only have 5...Thank You! So I hope you like the next chapter and if you want to please give me some ideas for these story one-shots.
When:National Treasure 2
Where: The ruins where Riley touches the string causing stuff to collapse and trap them in the ruins of Ciobola
After spending forever outside pouring water on rocks Riley was exhausted. He was wondering why exactly he had decided to follow Ben instead of staying in the car like any good techie would. Then he remembered that Mitchell hadn't given them much choice. When they entered the darkened tomb the only thing that was in his mind was curiosity what was that rope there for? Where were they? Was this once a reception hall, a deadly trap, or just a room? With out a second thought he stepped forward touching the thing closest to him which unfortunately was the hanging stone. The rope snapped sending down the several ton paperweight. Everyone screamed as the room seemed to collapse in on itself. Riley's last thought being how he should have refrained. Seems those history buffs in the museums were right when they yelled at you to not touch any of the exhibits. A rock collided with his head sending him down into the blissful state of unconsciousness.
Ben scolded himself as the dust settled. He should have known that Riley was going to touch the damn rock. He did a quick head count and felt his heart race with alarm as he soon counted only 5 heads. After several seconds he realized that Riley wasn't one of the standing ones.
"Riley!" He bellowed. Abigail alarmed immediately saw what the problem was and yelled Riley's name with them. They walked through the debris looking for the quixotic young man. Abigail first set her eyes on him.
"Ben!" Her voice was raised reaching a slight squeak as panic threaded through her entire demeanor. Ben rushed over and when he saw Riley he silently cursed under his breath. Riley lay there a rock pinning his leg to the ground and blood streaming from his head. He was out cold. Ben took a deep steadying breath bringing in his logical side. He turned towards Mitchell.
"I am going to need some help"
Mitchell the ever present scowl on his face didn't say a word and walked over. Both of them lifted the stone taking it off of Riley's leg. Patrick and Emily stood worry gleaming in their eyes for their second son.
"We shouldn't move him yet" everyone looked up in surprise as Mitchel said this. Ben nodded consent as he looked into Mitchel's eyes gauging whether he was safe. After holding the look for a few seconds Ben stood and addressed everyone.
"We are gonna have to sit tight for a while, I believe we should start searching the cave though so that we can get Riley some medical attention. Mom, dad, stay here with Riley and give a shout if he starts to come to. Mitchel, Abigail, and me are going to start searching the room to see if there is a way out.
Everyone split their ways each with anxiety over there newest predicament.
Patrick had to be truthful. He had never liked Riley. The kid was scrawny loud mouthed and very inquisitive. Half the time he gave him a headache. He sighed and kneeled next to the now unconscious techie. The poor kid was very pale and the blood was running down his face. The mouth slightly askew and his closed eyes gave a slight look of death. Patrick sighed, he didn't even know what use the kid was, why was he with Ben? He ran a hand through his hair and turned to put a comforting arm around Emily. With surprise he saw her ripping part of her shirt off to staunch the kids bleeding head.
"What are you doing?" Upon hearing this Emily gave a long exasperated sigh and rolled her eyes.
"If I didn't know better Patrick I would think you had mental issues, what does it look like I am doing?" She snapped this shooting him a disapproving stare.
"This poor boy has enough problems Patrick even without your contemptuous air if you would look a little past a persons appearance you would see a very loyal person, he has done so many things for Ben probably more than yourself".
Patrick opened his mouth to retort but was interrupted by a small pitiful groan coming from Riley.
"Ben! He is awake!" Emily yelled gaining the immediate attention of all members of there party as everyone rushed over to Riley.
Riley's eyes flitted open to show dilated pupils and a very confused pained look.
"Riley?" Ben said leaning over to look Riley straight in the eyes.
"Ben? Why does Mitchel finally look like he doesn't want to kill someone"
This strange comment caused everyone to look at Mitchel who kept an impassive face as he gave a little shrug.
"Riley, how are you feeling?"
Riley raised an eyebrow "Wonderful Ben, just great, I feel like I just took a nice long nap after a shower"
Ben smiled but his eyes turned to concern as he again asked.
"Riley's smile faded and a scared pained look came onto his face " My leg hurts...so does my head" his voice was quiet and scared.
"Do you think you could walk with some help?" Ben said
Riley gave a little nod in agreement. With that Mitchel and Ben helped him to his feet and laid his arms across their shoulders.
"I saw a corridor we can head that way first" Mitchel said
They headed towards the corridor and the first thing out of Riley's mouth was something about a little golden man. Ben really couldn't remember much past that because as they took another step forward the floor slanted sending them tumbling down onto a wooden platform. His grip on Riley failed during the short flight. As soon as he hit the wood he heard a horrible scream of pain from Riley.
Thanks to all my readers. This is a two shot so well just know I will update eventually hopefully soon
