I've been bouncing between Flash, Arrow, and Legends of Tomorrow. I guess I'm trying too hard to mix everyone together. Considering I posted this on the Flash fanfiction archive, I think it's time I return the focus to The Flash TV series. The next few chapters are going to focus on Central City.
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"Why is it that people who can't take advice always insist on giving it?" - Daniel Craig, Casino Royale
Barry Allen races back to Central City after being kicked out by a clearly unwell Oliver Queen. The archer refuses to be helped, so he tells the speedster to go back to his city. Before he can get back to S.T.A.R. Labs, he saw Kid Flash at an alley. There was a man holding a woman hostage, pointing his gun at her head. Just popping up will risk the woman's life, so he plans a surprise attack.
"Please, don't do this." Wally pleaded to the mugger.
"Try me, kid," dared the mugger.
Before anyone can make a move, The Flash runs up behind the mugger. With everything around him in slow motion, he can make his move. He picks up the gun and throws it away like garbage. He grabs the mugger and hangs him on the top of a ladder.
"Whoa," reacted Kid Flash. "Hey."
"Hey," greeted The Flash.
"Thank you," said the woman.
"Safe journey home, ma'am," said The Flash.
As the woman walks away, The Flash and Kid Flash face each other.
"I've been hearing the news. You're doing okay," said Flash.
"Okay? I'm doing more than okay. I'm doing awesome," replied Kid Flash. "So, you've only been gone a few days. Why come back? Your head finally straight?"
"No, Green Arrow kicked me out," said Flash.
"Why?" asked Kid Flash.
"He got drugged. Hallucinations and nightmares messed him up. He just up and decided I can't put my problems alongside his," said Flash. "So, here I am."
"You sure about this? Cisco's gonna be giving you a hard time," said Kid Flash.
"I don't care," said Flash. "If I can't help the Green Arrow, then all I can do is help my family."
"Iris is gonna happy to see you," said Kid Flash.
Iris was back at her apartment. She was just about to open her laptop, until she saw someone hiding in the shadows. Recognizing the red suit, she smiled. She rushes over and gives her visitor a big hug, who happily returns it.
"I missed you," said Iris.
"I wasn't even gone that long," said Barry.
"For me, you were gone too long," said Iris.
After the hug, the two kissed passionately.
"So, finally cleared your head?" asked Iris.
"Oliver told me to leave," said Barry, until he realized what he just said.
"Wait, what?" Iris was confused. "Oliver? As in Oliver Queen? As in Oliver Queen is the Green Arrow?"
"Uh, yeah," confirmed Barry, still mentally beating himself for accidentally spilling the beans.
"He just got so much hotter," joked Iris.
Barry rolls his eyes in response.
"Relax," said Iris. "He's just my celebrity crush. It means nothing."
"Let me guess. You still have the three-list," replied Barry.
"Perhaps," joked Iris, smiling.
"We're gonna talk about this one day," said Barry.
"I'll be waiting," replied Iris.
"So, besides Kid Flash making the news, what else happened?" asked Barry.
"The strangest thing. Well, the strangest thing compared to everything that happened recently. Leonard Snart was holding hands with Sara Lance after walking out of Jitters," said Iris. "I think I just found out who his dream girl is."
"Captain Lance is not gonna be happy about that," said Barry. "His daughter is dating a crook."
"Then it's best no one blurts it out," said Iris. "So, ready to go back to S.T.A.R. Labs?"
"Maybe, I don't know," said Barry. "It was either Nanda Parbat to take a look at that sweet hot tub or here."
"Let's go," said Iris, walking out of her apartment with Barry.
At S.T.A.R. Labs...
"That's not necessary, HR," said Cisco.
"No, no, it get better," said HR. "Just imagine. A theme park for Flash Day. Not only are we gonna be racking up the bucks, we're gonna give the people what they want. A day with The Flash."
"What if there's a robbery or a mugging on Flash Day?" pointed out Caitlin.
"C'mon, Central City's finest can handle it," replied HR. "Flash Day is about The Flash. Sure, he can round up some criminals, but he can also give the people a good show."
"We'll... consider it," said Cisco, exchanging looks with Caitlin.
"Awesome," replied HR, believing that his plan is impressing his friend.
"Hey, guys."
Everyone turns around and sees the Scarlet Speedster himself, along with Kid Flash and Iris.
"I think it's a good idea," said Barry, referring to HR's plan.
"Hey, Barry," greeted Caitlin.
"I thought you quit," said Barry.
"I did, but I didn't know what to do next," said Caitlin.
"And you're not wearing the cuffs," pointed out Barry.
Caitlin raises her hands in the air and releases some cold smoke. "All taken care of. Killer Frost is no longer here. It's just Caitlin Snow, biochemist, a.k.a. Ice, a metahuman and friend of The Flash."
"Can't wait to have you back out there," said Kid Flash.
"I can wait," said Caitlin, putting emphasis on "can".
"So, how'd it go in Star City?" asked Cisco.
"Oliver. Drug. Hallucinations. Just another day for the Green Arrow," answered Barry, as if it's a normal thing to say. "Oh, and they have a new bad guy, or bad girl, to be specific. Her name is Black Arrow."
"Why?" asked Cisco.
"She dresses like Oliver, only in black," answered Barry.
"Good name, I guess," replied Cisco.
"So, any news on Savitar and Alchemy?" asked Barry.
"Afraid we have nothing," said Wally. "I tried looking through every warehouse in the city, but nothing."
"Well, we're not just gonna stand by and wait," said Barry. "If we wait, someone will have to die in order for them to capture our attention."
"Just relax for now, Barry," said Iris. "Christmas comes in a few weeks. We have to focus on that."
"I know I should, but..." Barry paused.
"'Tis the season to be jolly, Barry," reminded Iris. "Yes, Savitar and Alchemy have to be stopped, but we can't let worrying about them get in the way of enjoying the holidays."
Suddenly, an alarm went off.
"Looks like you'll have to prepare for the holidays a little later," said Cisco, rushing to the computer. "It's Joe's panic button. The signal's coming from the power plant."
"On my way," said Barry.
"Don't forget me," said Wally.
The two speedsters race out of the lab and arrive at the power plant, attracting the attention of everyone present, cop or citizen. There was a fire. They ran their way there. What they saw was six masked thugs holding Joe and two other officers hostage.
"Don't take a step, Flash!" threatened one thug, pointing a gun at Joe.
Flash and Kid Flash exchange nods before making their move. The thug takes the shot, but before the bullet can hit Joe, Flash catches it and disarms every single thug. Kid Flash then knocks out every single masked man in the room by either punching them or tripping them at super speed.
"Thanks," said Joe.
"Don't mention it," said Flash.
"It's good to have you back," said Joe.
"Good to be back," said Flash, smiling.
More cops come in. The two speedsters race outside as the cops exited the building with the six thugs cuffed. The crowd cheered, happy to see Flash back in Central City.
"Please, no need. Helping you is enough," said Flash.
"Just enjoy it, man. You deserve it," said Kid Flash.
"Well, we would love to stay and sign autographs, but Christmas is coming," said Flash.
The two speedsters race back to S.T.A.R. Labs. Wally tried to catch up with Barry, but the Scarlet Speedster was clearly still the faster one. Barry arrives at the cortex two seconds before Wally did.
"Don't get used to it," said Wally. "One of these days, I'm gonna be as fast as you, maybe faster."
"Keep dreaming, Kid Flash," replied Barry.
Flash is back in Central City. This may not be my best chapter, I admit, but things will get better as the story goes on. Just tell me what you think of the chapter (or the whole story so far).
