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I have been getting so many rewievs to continue and I am sorry that I didn't update sooner. I had family issues…I don't want to elaborate and I have been feeling…well lets just say…really really bad.

I didn't want my mood to seep into the story and to be honest I really didn't care about the story at the time XD

But now things are finally better and I feel better.

And just so you all know… even if it takes a while for me to update I will not abandon this story! I promise!

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I dind't double read so it will have tons of mistakes...sorry for that...may do it later and then update the better one ^^

Now on to chapter SEVEEEEEEEN! XDDD


Chapter 7

It was as if time stopped in the stadium as Lightning and then Chick passed the finish line. Some of the fans were disappointed but the majority was happy that the race has finished well and that Lightning made it into the first three.

The red racecar was so happy that he had so many supporting fans that didn't only like him if he won. He knew he could have won if he just kept his cool throughout the race but that didn't matter anymore and he didn't really mind either.

As he rolled up to the podium where the first three cars were supposed to stand he wasn't surprised that an angry green car came to stand in his way. His eyebrows shot up in question but under the well disguised face he was smirking with satisfaction.

"I should be the one to stand on that podium and not you! You cheated!"

"You know I beat you fair and square. But if you have a problem with this you can go and complain to someone who actually cares." Was lightings only reply as he made his way around the other car to go o his rightful place.

Once there he got congratulated by a few cars and pictures were taken of the three winners.

When everything was over and done with he happily made his way back over to his friends who were happily chatting away about the race and none of them seemed to mind that Lighting only came in third.

"Hey guys!" He shouted when he was almost there and all of them looked immediately at him with a huge smile.

"You were great Stickers! I am so proud of you!" She said with a happy twinkle in her eyes.

"Yes it is an honor to be your friend Lightnin." Came the short but honest statement from Luigi. Guido just shook his head yes until he was dizzy and he tipped over making all of them laugh.

"Thanks guys! I couldn't have done it without you." He said but then added laughing "That was so corny wasn't it?"

"A little bit." Said Sally joining in the laughter again.

Doc who was only observing this with a smile finally spoke, his tone gentle.

"I am glad you didn't give up."

"Thanks Doc." Said Lightning looking down and blushing slightly but thanks to his red paint job he could cover that up. Well at least he thought he did. What he didn't know was one blue Porsche who was well aware of the state of the other seeing that look to many times in the past. She however remained silent with only a hint of a smirk on her lips.

They decided to stay in town for the remaining day and go home tomorrow. Mac needed his rest and so did Lightning. Staying away for one more day wouldn't be the end of the world.

So they all made their way to the hotel near the stadium where rooms were reserved for the racers and their teams. They were all pretty tired from all the excitement and one by one they went to bed.

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Lightning didn't really know why he couldn't sleep. It didn't matter how many times he closed his eyes with the intention to finally sleep it never happened. He even tried counting in his head but after he got to two-hundred he stopped with a sigh.

He lay there in the dark for a while thinking about todays race. He had to admit that he was an idiot for falling for the oldest trick in the book, and yet he couldn't stop himself from smirking as he recalled the face of Chick after the race.

He came to the conclusion that laying here wouldn't bring him closer to dreamland so he made his way over to his door and opened it with quiet creak. It was already pretty late so there weren't any other cars out which Lightning was utterly grateful for because he didn't want to deal with anyone asking questions right now.

He went a little further down the corridor to arrive at a large hall with huge windows where the whole stadium could be seen. The lights from the city illuminated the room so he didn't bother with switching on a light. He stopped by the windows and just stared outside. Although it was late outside was still buzzing with life. Hundreds of cars passed by on the main roads going to their destinations. Lightning was just content where he was.

He mused on the events of the last months. How everything seemed hopeless just a while ago and now…it was as if he got a second chance. Well more like a third. He got his second chance when he arrived at Radiator Springs. His eyes lowered to the floor a frown on his lips.

Where would he be if he didn't get lost on that faithful night. He didn't want to even consider that option. It seemed so bizarre knowing how big of a jerk he was before he met his friends.

He still was not a saint…not by a long shot but he considered himself an okay person. He sighed as his eyes focused on the stadium once more.

"Well isn't this a nice surprise. The little red racecar all alone without his guardian."

Lightnings whole body froze at that moment and his eyes widened. It was like suddenly being drenched in freezing cold water.

That voice. That same voice. He dared not turn around.

"I am hurt. You're not even saying hi to an old friend?" Came the voice again and Lightning could hear the smirk in the voice just like on that dreadful night.

His breathing sped up and he could feel his adrenalin spiking just like before the races. Only this time it wasn't because he was excited but because he was terrified.

He could hear the other coming closer until he was right behind him and Lightning couldn't believe that it was happening again.

He took a deep breath and squeezed his eyes tight and made a dash for the exit.

Just as he thought he was free to go two other cars suddenly appeared in the doorway blocking his path. He came to a screeching halt and realized that he was trapped.

His breathing became erratic and his vision swam out of focus for a minute before he shook his head and took a shaky breath. Falling unconscious would be a very bad idea right now. His eyes were fixed on the two cars before him. He didn't recognize them. One was dark blue while the other a rather ugly looking brown. He made his way backwards and in the middle of the room he turned a little so he was facing all three of them.

His eyes slowly went over to the one he dreaded most. A vicious black colored car greeted him with an evil smirk and a knowing look in his eyes. The bastards grin widened as he saw the frightened look on Lightnings face.

"Last time we met it was for such a short time. And I have to apologize for that. It was so rude of us to just leave so suddenly. But you know how it is with life…you must be on the move all the time. You should know that as a racecar."

"What the hell do you want from me you bastard?" Lightning suddenly shouted. His fear transforming into anger.

"Oh, so you can speak. I was afraid you might have lost your voice too."

"Who are you working for?" Came the question and although Lightning knew he would likely get no answer he had to try.

"I can't just go around blabbering that to anyone now can I? Especially to an annoying little car like you." He said with a silky voice as he slowly made his way over to Lightning.

Fear gripped him again as he realized that he was far outnumbered and he knew that if he shouted they would be on him in a second. But he had to try at least.

Just as he was about to take a deep breath another voice came from outside the room.

The voice was just a silky as the voice from the black car but far more intimidating.

"Now, now boys. We don't want our little friend to call for help and wake the whole hotel now would we."

The owner of the voice rolled in and the three cars backed up and greeted him with a slight nod.

"Of course boss." Said one of them.

He knew this car from somewhere he was sure of it. But he couldn't remember from where until the other started speaking again.

"You know my boy, I am so sad that Chick didn't win the race. I was really hoping for him to win this time."

Then it all clicked into place.

"You are Chicks agent!" Said Lightning realization hitting him square in the face.

"Oh to be recognized by a star such as yourself is truly an honor."

"You had to get me out of the way so that Chick could win." Whispered Lightning as he looked the other square in the eyes. This whole situation was unbelievable.

"Yes, but it seems we underestimated you and that coach of yours." He spat the last part with venom. "But no matter. You see, this is a fairly easy situation we have here. I want to make you a deal."

Lightning couldn't believe what he was hearing. A deal? Well he didn't have any other choice so he just nodded for the other to continue.

The other smiled sweetly.

"You will have to quite racing once and for all…" Lightning was about to protest when the other continued.

"And we will spare your life AND that of your friends." He said the last part in a whisper his features suddenly turning evil.

"How dare you threaten my friends?" Shouted Lightning with so much rage that the other three jumped back slightly.

"It's just part of the game boy."

"You call this a game? You bastard!"

"I would be more careful with my words…you see, my other loyal little followers could be standing by the doors where your friends so peacefully sleep. I would rather not see someone get hurt in this rather peaceful hotel."

Lighting looked away with anger and fear but in the end he knew what to do. Slowly he nodded his head in defeat.

"All right, you win…just don't hu…"

"What the hell is going on here?"

All heads turned to the new voice and the four cars eyes bulged s they saw none other than Chick in the doorway looking furious.

Lightning didn't understand. Why did h look so mad…surely he knew about this. But he was surprised when the green racecar started to talk.

"How dare you threaten him? I am not paying you for this!" Shouted Chick coming in the room and rolling in front of the car who was smirking not a second ago but was now covering in front of the wrath of the other.

"I..I Chick, com on...it's not what it looks like…i-it's"

"You are fired. And take all your goons with you! I want you gone from this hotel this instant!"

"You can't do this!"

"Well I just did so get out of here!"

The cars face turned red with rage as he went over to his minions.

"Fine! But you know that this does not end here!" He whispered and motioned for the others to follow him who did this without even turning back.

The two remaining racecars just stood there in silence for a while, both of them trying to comprehend everything hat just happened. Finally Chick turned over to Lightning who looked at him questioningly.

"I am..sorry. I don't really know what to say. I…I didn't know about any of this." He said looking rather sad which surprised Lightning to say the least. He never in his life saw Chick sad.

A quick breath.

"It's okay." He said surprising even himself with his tone. He looked down for a minute gathering his thoughts. The other patiently waiting for him to continue.

He looked back up and said with one of his brightest smiles. "Thank you Chick. For helping me out."

The green car looked at the floor with wide eyes suddenly turning red.

"D-don't mention it."

Lightning not noticing anything continued on.

"But what are you going to do now?"

Chick cleared his throat and looked up contemplating.

"Well…I have to find a new agent obviously. And of course new crew members since they all worked for him."

"Well it can't be ha hard right? You are famous." said Lightning smiling softly.

Chick only sighed and shook his head.

"It's not that easy. He will probably sue me and take away everything."

"Oh…"

Silence.

"Well you can come with us to Radiator Springs if you want." Said the red racecar without thinking and saw the other nod with a smile.

"Yeah. I'd like that. Thank you Lightning."


Hmm..did you see that coming? XD I hope you didn't. lol

So yah I made Chick a GOOD guy! *gasp* yes…how weird is that? XD

And was Chick blushing…hmm why on earth would he blush XDDD weeeeeeeeell…yeah that…

Thank you so much for sticking with me after all his time. Till next ime!