Chapter 8: Wild Night - part I

Judy was excited about meeting Alan now. Not only because she liked him, but she also couldn't wait for his confrontation with Gazelle. Judy wasn't sure whether Gazelle could still be in love with him or not. There was no guarantee that it's going to be the way she desires. She was of the opinion that Gazelle should have someone really close to her. Someone she could talk and spend wonderful time with, escaping in his arms' wrap from all daily problems. Judy knows how important this is. How important it is to have someone right beside. For example, Judy couldn't imagine living without Nick. Now, she was really glad she forced him to help her with the first case. Later that day, Nick made a phone call to ask the star about one more guest. Gazelle didn't make a problem with that as expected.

"And?" Judy asked him when he finished talking on the phone. She knew Gazelle and it was obvious that she would agree, but she wanted to hear it from Nick directly.

"Well... yes" Nick started and sat on the couch next to the Bunny "She agreed. She found it a really great idea". It was hard to describe, but when she heard it she got happy and felt peace at the same time. She didn't know why, because it was more than certain that Alan could come to the party.

"That's great! This party will be awesome!"

"Yes, definitely. But I'm not sure Alan will be able to come" Nick put an end to her enthusiasm.

"Why?" Judy asked instantly. She really wanted Gazelle to meet with her old love, even if Al might feel the same to her.

"Maybe he will need to leave Zootopia as of this today"

"Hell, why?"

"He is flying to Europe to participate in a friendly match"

"A match?" Judy was thinking right now about Al's sport career. Maybe he's a footballer or a basketball player? - She was wondering

"Yes, a match. He's a speedway rider"

"Wait, who?" She got little surprised. She hasn't even heard about that before "A Speedway rider? I've heard it for the first time"

"I'm not surprised. This Speedway type is not popular here, but Europe is crazy about it. He's the Capitan of one of the teams in Europe's Extra League. They fight for the European championship title every season"

"That sounds interesting!" Judy found it really exciting, even though she knows nothing about this particular sport "I want to hear something more!"

As Judy wanted, Nick told her everything he knows about this sport. Maybe it wasn't much, because he heard about motorcycle speedway from Al, but it was definitely enough for Judy to understand the main concept and rules. It was a really great and loose talk. She went closer and closer to him with every passing minute. The Fox noted that after a while. Nick decided not to react, to see what she wanted to do. When she got close enough, she hugged him without saying anything. She couldn't describe it, but she felt like something forced her to say what she really feels to him. This feeling came out of nowhere.

"Nick..." She started "You know...". At this moment she felt really confused. She didn't know what to do now. "Am I stupid?! I can't tell him now! It's a bad idea! Judy, you can't remember the way you imagined this moment? Not now! I just can't!" - She started fighting with her thoughts. She just knew it would be better to tell him later. When the scenery would be more romantic, lovely and more appropriate in general. She was right. It was better to wait for another, better situation.

"I know what...?" Fox asked the Bunny as she stopped talking.

"Thank you for yesterday" In spite of a really big desire, she didn't tell him it... for now.

"Oh..." Nick hugged her to his chest now "...you don't need to. You cute Bunny"

000

3 days later

It's Saturday now. The day when the Wild Night party begins. The last evening, she went to bed really late. She watched something on YouTube, because she couldn't fall asleep. Dropped off only at 4 a.m.. Despite of sleeping only 6 hours, Judy didn't felt groggy. She was very thrilled to even thought about today's party. She can't wait to spend wonderful evening with Nick. When the Bunny woke up today, she could see the Sun's rays coming in to her room through the window. The weather was great in contrast with the previous days. It was sunny, warm and windless. She decided to check the weather forecast. It showed that the temperature will reach up to 35 degrees. It seemed to be a really promising day

"I can't wait to see what Nick will say when he sees me in this" She thought, looking at dress she bought with Samantha yesterday. They went shopping to find something for her to wear at the party. It was a pure red color dress. It looked so nice on her. This light type of red goes really well with her eyes. She couldn't wait to go to the party.
*Knock, knock* Someone has violently interrupted her thoughts about tonight. It was actually a surprise, as she wasn't arranged with anyone.

"Yes?" Judy asked, opening the door. Deep inside she believed it could be Nick.

"It's me, sweetie". The animal greeted her with a round smile. Judy didn't know what to say. It was Gazelle.

"Gazelle?!" She instantly came to her senses after the dreaming "How did you know where to look for me?" She asked, because literally only Nick knew where her apartment was.

"Oh, Nicky gave me the address. Can I come in?"

"Of course" Judy said, letting her in. "Sorry for the mess..." Judy exaggerated with this. Only her bed was still in disorder.

"Don't worry" Gazelle started looking around. Judy started making her bed up at the same time. "It's pretty clean here, I must say"

"It's easy to keep neatness here as it's quite small..." The Bunny was right. Maybe she lived in a small apartment, but she has always kept it tidy.

"Yeah, you are right" Gazelle was surprised, because she is used to see Judy in a uniform.

"Take a seat" Judy patted a bed when she finished making it up.

"You know, I really wish to stay here with you longer, but my chauffeur is waiting now"

"So, you just came here only for five minutes?"

"No. I came here to take you up to my villa, silly"

"What? Like right now?" Judy got really excited. Not often do such things happen when such a great star like Gazelle comes to a commoner like her in order to invite a bunny to a luxurious villa (Of course our Judy isn't average ^^, but she thinks so).

"Yes. Nicky told me he wouldn't be able to pick you up"

"You know... I'm not even prepared now"

"Oh, don't worry. We will prepare together in a blink of an eye in the villa"

"Really? That's great! Just let me take my dress and I'm ready to go.

After a while, Judy and Gazelle went out. Judy felt a little strange, because it was a really great feeling. She felt the power building up inside her, when she finally saw the sun in the clear sky again. On one hand, It was a marvelous feeling, but on the other hand, she was confused about the terrible weather from previous days. She felt really sad back then. If it hadn't been for Nick, she would have been more lonely.

The black limo, with dark windows was already waiting for them. Judy was already in paradise, but when Gazelle opened the door, she started wondering whether it was a dream or reality. The limo was really spacious. It could easily contain eight animals. On the other side of the seats was a big bar with exotic and colorful glasses with alcohol. Judy hasn't seen such a car before.

"So..." Gazelle started when she closed the door "You know why Nicky will come later? I wanted to pick him up too, but he said he would arrive later"

"Huh? That's interesting" Judy was surprised "He didn't tell me anything. Maybe he needs to arrange some matters in the city. Or he will maybe arrive with his friend"

"By the way... Can you tell me who this friend is? Do I know him?"

"I don't know, Nick didn't tell me about him" She lied to avoid uncomfortable questions.

000

They reached their destination in a really good mood. Judy, who was under Gazelle's pressure, told her about the last days she spent with Nick. It seemed like Gazelle really liked listening to the lovely stories about our Fox and Bunny. Just like us.

"Damn, Judy! You are so lucky! It's such a rarity to have someone like Nick" Gazelle said, opening the door and getting out of the limo. They left the garage that had several luxurious cars parked in and were on their way to the villa now. "I wish I were as lucky as you" She continued, letting Judy in her villa. It was a really big complex. Villa looked like a big hotel with a big house next to it. It looks like Gazelle was prepared to host a lot of stars that she invited. Like previous Wild Nights showed, it was absolutely necessary, because the number of guests were always crazy. Nothing showed that it would be different tonight. Gazelle invited many stars - from vocalists and DJs to actors and footballers. Gazelle got Judy inside her villa next to part where the party meant to take place.

"Welcome to my real house" Gazelle said that, because Judy has already paid her a visit, but in her smaller house "This is not a part where the party will be organized. This is the place we will be authorized to be tonight" This line made the Bunny even more excited.

"Wow!" Judy was really delighted when she saw how big and beautiful it was. The paintings were hanging on the walls throughout the entire hall. The paintings were painted by Gazelle's fans and were very precious to her. The works of art featured her performing on the scene in different countries like Germany, Denmark, etc.

"I have got wonderful fans, haven't I?" She asked when Judy became acquainted with them.

"Definitely! They look so cool!" Judy was already excited.

"We have around 5 hours, so we have much time to explore this entire complex"

"Sounds great!"

"So let's go"

6 hours later

Gazelle showed Judy around the villa. Now, the Bunny knew where everything was, so it could definitely help her when this place will be full of guests. Gazelle showed her really big ballroom with prepared tables with white tablecloths on it, and the dishes next to every chair. It was about time. Gazelle and Judy have already been prepared.

"C'mon, Judy" Gazelle said when she left the bathroom "Let's go and greet all the incoming guests. They are waiting outside".

She was right. The big parking was filling with cars in front of the main part of the complex- the part where the party will took place. Girls took the seat next to the glass doors to greet everyone.

At the same time

"Where the hell are you?" Nick thought and looked at the clock in his room. He was waiting for Alan, but it looked like he's late. They meant to be on the spot already, but they didn't even were on the way. "Finally!" Nick said when he heard knocking. He thought it must be Al.

"Finally, Al!" Nick said and pointed at his watch "Do you know how to use it?" It seemed like Nick was angry with him a little.

"It's good to see you, too" Alan answered, taking out his sunglasses.

"We are already late! What the hell..."

"Are you going to keep asking me or are you finally coming with me? Did you forget? This car needs only 3 seconds to hundred"

"What took you so long?" Nick was still asking him.

"Fine, I've just came back from Europe. I had time only to dress up decently. I haven't had a proper meal, too"

After a while they were already on their way. Alan definitely drove this time like a racing driver. Nick was even surprised by his skills.

"Whoa, are you Stig or what?" Nick asked, trying to lighten the tensed atmosphere. Alan only grinned and accelerated "Nice tuxedo, by the way" Nick was still trying.

He was right. Alan was wearing a black tuxedo with red bands on arms, chest and on the back. The black jeans he was wearing were also magnificent. It was a really great composition with his Ray Bans and his red tattoo.

"Thanks" He finally said "Yours isn't worse, to be honest"

Nick dressed up something completely different. It was a white tuxedo, but with many black stripes and gold buttons. His jeans were white with black stripes, too. He looked like a sailor, which absolutely suited him.

"I want to hear what Judy will say when she sees you arriving in Lamborghini" Al smiled at him now.

"Yeah, that could be interesting, but I think the host's reaction will be better when he sees you"

"Oh, why? Did I know her?" Alan had no idea who could it be. And it wasn't something strange, because he spent most of his time in Europe. He hasn't even heard about Wild Nights. He knows Gazelle, but he couldn't think it's this one he went to school with.

"I don't know" Nick decide to still hold him uncertain.