I do not own Disney anything. I only own my OCs. Shawn belongs to MysteryGirl.

When You Intentionally Wish Upon a Star

Serena moaned softly and slowly opened her eyes. "What happened?"

"You were climbing on the roof of my castle, and I want to know why."

The strong male voice caused Serena to shriek in shock and scramble back against the headboard of the comfy bed she was resting in. "Don't do that! You scared me! And for the record, I was climbing the roof because I needed to get out of here." She scowled and slumped back against the pillows. "That didn't turn out like I hoped."

Prince Adam frowned down at her. "I don't take kindly to those who intrude upon my home."

"I'm sorry," she muttered. "It's just that it's been a rough day-or days, I lost track of time-and I want to go home!"

"You were attempting that by stealing my Enchanted Mirror?"

"Okay, I was going to return it when I was done, I swear! I just want to find my friend and give her a piece of my mind!" Serena cried.

"How is she doing?" a soft voice asked. Belle entered the room and smiled at the girl resting against the pillows. "You're awake! That was quite the nasty fall you took."

"You're telling me," Serena muttered and scowled at her ankle. Every time it started to feel better something like this happened and it got all busted up again. "Is Chip okay?"

"What do you mean?" Belle asked with a frown. "Chip has been sleeping all this time."

"But I saw him! On the roof! He was trying to-" Serena rubbed her forehead and groaned. "I must be losing it! Are you sure he's been in his room the whole time?"

"Yes..."

There is no way I imagined that, Serena thought. So either Chip is an extremely good pretend sleeper, or I've been duped.

"What are you waiting for?" Adam asked a bit impatiently.

"Er...what are you talking about?" Serena asked.

The prince pulled the Enchanted Mirror from Serena and held it out to her. "Ask it where your little friend is."

Belle put a hand over her mouth. "Gosh, I can't believe we didn't think of that!"

Serena reluctantly took the mirror and decided she had no choice. "Mirror, where is Tracy?"

After a moment a picture appeared on the mirror. Serena gripped the edge tightly as she realized her semi-best friend held the Excalibur in her grasp. Is she insane? This totally isn't good for King Mickey.

Tracy seemed to be heading towards a small little town. Serena squinted and instantly recognized the bright star glittering in the night sky. She was in Pinocchio!

"Where is this place?" Adam asked with a frown.

"No clue," she replied shortly, putting the mirror back on the table. "So, what now?"

Adam arched an eyebrow. "We send a message to King Mickey and hand you over in his custody. Lumiere! Cogsworth!"

The raven-haired girl collapsed against her pillows and scowled. The two servants stumbled into the room and bowed. "How may we be of service?"

"Please keep watch over her," Adam ordered and left the room with Belle following behind. "We have a message to send out."

"No tricks, young lady," Cogsworth warned, seating himself at the end of the bed. "You don't want to make your trial worse."

"At this point, I'm pretty sure I'm not going to see the light of day for a long time," Serena remarked.

"What kind of attitude is that?" Lumiere asked.

"A realistic one," Cogsworth muttered.

Lumiere elbowed him in the head and smiled. "Now Cogsworth! She is still only a child. There is still hope that the great King Mickey will take pity and be lenient."

Serena quelled an amused snort. Cogsworth scowled. "I should hope not! They deserve a tough punishment that will knock some sense into them."

"I think-"

"Oh, who cares what you think, you overgrown candlestick."

Serena couldn't help but giggle when Lumiere slapped Cogsworth on both cheeks. The two men started arguing again and the girl took her chance and carefully eased open the window. She took the mirror with her as she climbed down the trellis and hit cold ground. She searched through the bushes and found Rafiki's staff.

"Maybe Philippe will be nice enough to give me a ride," Serena thought aloud as she limped towards the stables.

Philippe was not happy to see her, that was for sure. Serena stumbled back when the horse reared and whinnied loudly. "Please! I just need a quick ride," she begged. "I'll give you a carrot!"

Philippe snorted and glared at her. Serena pouted and got down to her knees. "Come on! I'm begging here! Please give me a ride! You can give me a good kick if you want to!"

Serena swore the horse smirked. It settled down and Serena hesitantly climbed up. "Thanks."

They rode through the night, the wind flying through Serena's raven hair and making her shiver. She wasn't sure what she would do once she found Tracy (maybe give her a good slap) but she would have to talk some sense into the blonde.

Or else they would all be in trouble.

...

Tracy coughed and scowled when a pink feather fluttered to the ground. "Okay, that woman is crazy!"

"Madam Mim? Yeah, she's a bit off her rocker." Shawn grinned and eyed the sword Tracy held in her grip. "Can I take the sword?"

"Sure," Tracy said absent-mindedly. She handed the sword over and crossed her arms. The two were currently walking across the stone streets. "Why are we here anyway?"

"I thought we'd take a detour through Pinocchio in case anyone decides to follow us," Shawn replied.

His black device buzzed and he shot Tracy an apologetic smile. walked away and answered it. "What is it?"

"Green-Eyes is closing in on you. Get Blondie away and deal with her," Hades ordered. "We can't risk her messing this up now."

"When is Maleficent going to show up?" Shawn hissed. "I mean, if she can just deal with her-"

"I was getting to that kid! She wants you and Blondie to see her."

Shawn nearly dropped the device. "You can't be serious!"

"Sorry kid. If I were you, I'd get over there pronto. And don't lose the Excalibur. We need it."

Shawn shoved the device in his cloak pocket and scowled. "Fantastic."

"What's up?" Tracy asked.

"Nothing. Can you do me a favour and go get us some drinks?" He gestured towards a little pub stationed at the corner. "I'll be there soon."

Tracy shrugged. "Sure thing."

Shawn took off and Tracy frowned. She had a feeling Shawn was hiding something from her. And the guilt of leaving Serena behind was coming back full swing. "Maybe a drink is what I need..."

...

"Thanks Philippe!" Serena said gratefully as she climbed off the horse. She stood in the middle of a dirt road and grinned. "I really appreciate-ouch!"

She hit the ground hard and rubbed her sore backside. Philippe snickered and galloped away. Serena scowled after him and shouted, "When I said you could kick me, I didn't mean it literally! Lousy punk."

"You certainly seemed to be getting banged up."

The raven-haired girl scowled and turned around to face a smirking Shawn. "Hilarious. Where's Tracy?"

"Around. Hades seems pretty frantic. You figure it out?"

Serena crossed her arms. "Only that you're working for the villains, got Tracy to help you guys, and are planning to steal something from King Mickey's castle. And you want to delay me."

"Hmm. That is true. But it seems my colleagues aren't doing a very good job of keeping you detained."

"I don't like to stay in one place very long, especially since I have an arrest warrant hanging over my head. So, what is it you're planning on stealing?"

Shawn pointed at her. "That's none of your business. The real question is what are we going to do with you?"

Serena narrowed her green eyes. "From what I managed to piece together, Hades made some sort of deal to Tracy that I wouldn't get hurt."

"But how would Tracy know if you're hurt or not? You could be bleeding to death and she'd think you were in perfect health."

Serena froze when Shawn slowly approached her with a dagger. She stumbled backwards and landed on the dirt road. Shawn grabbed her by the front of her shirt and held the dagger at her neck. A small bead of blood trickled down slid along the blade. "It seems your days are numbered."

"Hey!"

The surprised shout caused Shawn to turn around. Serena quickly grabbed the hand holding the dagger and kicked him in the shin with her good foot. He crumpled to the ground and she pinned him down, holding the dagger in his face. "And seems I keep getting lucky." She tossed the dagger to the side. "By the way, I have something for you."

Shawn was about to ask what when Serena clobbered him in the face with her fist. He slumped back against the ground, dazed, woozy and holding his bleeding nose.

"You just keep causing trouble, don't ya kid?"

Serena grinned at the little cricket. "Aw, it's not my fault! Trouble keeps following me!"

Pinocchio, who had yelled in surprise a few seconds before, widened his eyes and stared at her. "He was going to kill you!"

Jiminy, who was perched on his shoulder, frowned. "Yes, well...are you okay?"

"I've been better," she replied. She adjusted her throbbing ankle and leaned against the staff. "So...what are you going to do?"

Jiminy eyed her suspiciously. "Care to elaborate?"

"I'm a wanted criminal. I certainly can't take on a cricket and a little boy. I'm not heartless."

"So if we leave, you're not going to run away?" Jiminy asked doubtfully, tilting his head back to get a good look at her. The stars twinkled bright in the sky, and Serena felt at peace-for a moment, anyway.

"I said I wasn't heartless, not stupid."

"Do we have to get her in trouble?" Pinocchio asked hesitantly, rubbing the fabric of his pajamas between his hands. "I mean, she's kinda nice."

"What are you doing out here anyway?" Serena asked. Pinocchio was still the same cute and innocent kid she had adored on the big screen. He was even cuter as a real human boy.

"Pinocchio heard a sound coming from this alley and wanted to check it out. He still has some trouble listening to his conscience..." Jiminy shot Pinocchio a disapproving look. Pinocchio looked at the ground guiltily.

"Everyone disregards their conscience every now and then," Serena said. "I know someone who has been ignoring for a long time...and maybe I have to."

Serena sighed and stared at the sky for a moment. Shawn started to stir and she frowned. "You can both stay and get me arrested, or get hurt by this jerk."

"Will you be alright?"

The simple, caring question made Serena quickly give the adorable little boy a hug. "I've survived this far. I'll be fine."

"Will you come back?"

"Sure thing kid."

Pinocchio smiled and took off with Jiminy protesting on his shoulder. "Wait! She's wanted by King Mickey! We can't just let her get away! Pinocchio! Pinocchio!"

Serena giggled and turned back to Shawn. He advanced menacingly. "That was a stupid move, Green-Eyes."

The raven-haired girl looked up at the twinkling stars and found the one she needed the most.

I can wish both Tracy and I home. But then I leave the Excalibur in the hands of this jerk, and I just might leave the Kingdom of Disney in evil hands. I'm going to stay, and I'm going to show them I can't be pushed around. But it's obvious I'm constantly being watched...and I can't keep moving around with this ankle.

An idea struck the girl hard. A grin curled upon her face and she hollered to the sky, "I wish I was in Danville, Tri-State Area, in the U.S. of A!"

Please work!

She was surrounded by silver swirls and Serena quelled the urge to cheer. Shawn froze in shock, yellow eyes wide as he watched Serena start to disappear.

"Bring it on Hades!" Serena yelled to the night sky. "Bring! It! On!"

And then she was gone.

...

"Where is she?" Hades hollered, flames turning a dangerous red colour as he stared at the empty crystal ball. It had been enchanted to keep a close watch on Green-Eyes, and now she had simply disappeared.

"I don't know," Jafar said in disbelief. "If she cannot be seen, then she must not be in the kingdom anymore!"

"The little brat," Hades whispered. It was not often that the Lord of the Dead was completely shell-shocked. "She...managed to find her own loophole. If she can't be seen, she can't be tracked, therefore she can create her own plan of attack."

"Or defense," Jafar pointed out. "I daresay Maleficent will have something to say about this."

Diablo flew through the open window at the utterance of that sentence. He seemed to be glaring at Hades as he handed over a letter. Hades gritted his teeth and glowered at the empty crystal ball.

"Alright Green-Eyes. Give me your best shot."