Chapter 17-
HEYO! So to start off this Author's Note I would like to thank EVERYONE and ANYONE who has read my story, specifically: The Real World is Scary, MazeRunnerLover2002, Newtie, WaffleLover06, TMRNewtFan, Scarlett the Starlett, Datgirl45, Runnow11, Kaylachappy, Guest (Addy), Irisderp, May A Chance, MidoriMatchmaker, and Guest (Charlie). Thank you all for ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT. It feels amazing to have this many views, replies and compliments. SO THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. I'm sure that you guys have all noticed the Real World is Scary and I's Support Wars, well I just want you all to know that I'm honestly giving you just as much support. You are all fantastic Writers and I will always support a good story (anything any of you write).
I'M AT 1,617 views thanks to ALL OF YOU! *Happily screams and does happy dance*
Alright, *wipes eyes*, so time for the chapter! The Grievers have arrived and now the Gladers must survive what comes next. So, as you all know I try to base my fanfiction more off of the books than the movie (which I just bought for $15 off of iTunes) but I did take one thing from the movies: they only have one pair of doors open. So keep that in mind and enjoy!
Chris removed his arm from over Mitch's shoulder—she had agreed to let him use her for support, and limped over to the window where Bear stood, clutching the wound on his bare—except for the the bandages—chest. He peered out.
Eight Grievers sat in the doors, two rows.
"Eight?" Amy questioned.
"That's it?" Mitch demanded.
"No that can't be it," Chris shook his head.
Suddenly a loud crack ran through the air. Chris snapped his head to the left and saw a flurry of birds rising into the air. A large crack split through the West walls. Another door. Chris stared at it it for a moment, but was quickly interrupted by another loud cracking noise, and another. Two more doors. Four in total. Each with their own set of Grievers.
"That's 32…" Gale whispered.
"It's fine…it's fine…just…umm…we just…stay here," Amy stumbled over her words.
"Right," Liz agreed.
Click click click whirrrr
Everyone turned looking back at the doors. The Grievers were now approaching, and quickly. They moved forwards at a surprising speed, spikes emerging. They were all rolling right to the Homestead…and they weren't slowing down.
"Homestead can't withstand an impact like that," Chris informed quickly. He'd built this place himself, he'd planned every window and every floorboard. His own two hands had built the structure. And as much as he'd like to say that it would, this building wouldn't hold up if all of those Grievers attacked. The roof would go first. Probably topple in. The only reason they had chosen to stay here was because it was the only building that could hold everyone. Maybe it would—
Chris was interrupted by a massive thump and the Homestead shuddering with the impact. A Griever appeared at the window, a giant metal spike shattering the glass. Emily and Jo screamed—being the closest to the window.
The sound of the downstairs door flying open rung through the air and the clicks and whirrs of Grievers entering the bottom floor could be heard. Suddenly metal spikes began sticking up a foot and a half into the air. The floorboards splintered and the roof creaked. Another beast leapt up onto the roof and it rocked.
"We're going to half to fight our way out!" Amy shouted, "Everyone run! Find somewhere safe and wait for them to leave! Watch each other's backs and don't die!"
Chris remained shocked for a moment. The Box. If he could make it to the Box he would be fine. Got to make it to the Box. Mitch. He needed to get Mitch, and get to the Box. Chris looked over to see Mitch—Runner's Harness on—remove her knife from it's sheath and grip it firmly. Chris grabbed his own Builder's Harness and pulled out his knife.
Amy had begun removing the boards from the door.
"Ready," she said, looking everyone in the eyes one by one. Everyone gripped their weapons. "GO!" Amy screamed, tearing the door open and racing down the steps, the rest of the Gladers at her heels. Chris ran swiftly down the stairs, staying close to Mitch. On the first floor a Griever patrolled, clicking, whirring, and hissing at the oncoming attackers.
Chris, Mitch, Amy, Emily, Jo, Charlie and Liz lunged at the Griever while Tati, Kahlo, Cleo, Addy, Bear and Gale made for the door. Chris jabbed his blade into the Griever multiple times and peered over it's shoulder, he watched as Tati's head disappeared through the door.
Chris sliced through the Griever, "That's everyone! Let's—"
He was cut off by a scream. Chris snapped his head to the right and turned to see Jo stumbling backwards, clutching her left hand with her right.
"Move!" Amy commanded. Charlie wasted no time and picked up Jo—much to her surprise—leading the way out of the door. Chris followed closely, then Mitch, Emily and finally Liz.
Chris scanned the area. Grievers swarmed the Glade, speeding at pairs of Gladers running for cover. Charlie with Tati, the two were running towards where Addy was calling them over, Amy and Liz, who were going for the Deadheads and Kahlo, and finally Emily and Jo who were sprinting towards Cleo at the Map Room. Chris motioned for Mitch to follow and she nodded. The two sprinted for the Box, reaching it quickly. Chris grasped the doors to the Box and, grunting with the effort, yanked one open.
"Get in!" Chris shouted, turning to find not just Mitch, but also Bear.
The two jumped into the Box and Chris followed closely, slamming the door behind him. The three sat, panting, in silence for a long period of time. They heard screams and the sickening slurp of metal spikes coming out of Grievers.
"HELP!" someone shouted. Bear's head snapped up.
"That's Gale," he said urgently.
Chris stood up, peering around before opening a door. He turned to the right. Gale was sprinting at the Box, looking scared to death. He looked left, Gale had caught the attention of a Griever, who was now beginning to roll towards them.
"Gale! Run for the Map Room!" Chris commanded, knowing she had a better chance of making it there than here.
"I need my brother!" she shouted back.
"GO FOR THE MAP ROOM!" he shouted, and in one swift movement ducked back in and closed the door, gazing up into the sky.
At that moment he realized something. The sky was grey. At that moment an earsplitting scream ran through the air.
Alright! That's it! CLIFF HANGER! Alright, so, I don't know if you know this but you will in a second. So the MazeRunnerLover2002 is having a little erm…not sure what to call it, but it's AWESOME! So basically you choose an author, or two, or three, or however many and you write a shout out to them. So…here it goes! Also, if I don't give you a shout out, please please PLEASE don't take it personally the only reason I'm not is because I can't do everyone that has every supported me otherwise I'd be writing paragraphs about everyone.
The Real World is Scary: Alright, so she is definitely my longest running supporter! That's what I'd like to shout out about (heh…rhyme). I'd like to thank her so so so much for all of your support from reviews to posts! I will always be her fan and I will always support everything that she does! So, everyone, GO TAKE A LOOK AT THE REAL WORLD IS SCARY'S 'THE GROUP BEFORE A'!
MazeRunnerLover2002: I would like to shout out to her because she has so many creative, fantastic ideas! I completely and utterly respect her because of that, I really do see her as an inspiration. I also feel so honored that she sees me as an inspiration and I would really like to thank her for that. Keep multitasking all of these amazing stories and I will keep supporting! SO GO CHECK OUT MAZERUNNERLOVER2002'S 'THE THIRD MAZE TRIALS'.
Alright, those are my two shout-outs. Don't forget that I respect everyone and anyone who supports my story, and any talented writers. NOW FOR THE REPLIES!
MazeRunnerLover2002: Thank you so much! I look forwards to using your character and I'm really happy that you're happy to have a character in this story and T.R.W.I.S.'s story!
The Real World is Scary: SHUCK IT! I CANNOT BEAT THAT! XD Newt!? Alright, I'm taken out the big guns. THOMAS-BRODIE SANGSTER appears in person and gives you tons of support! BOOM! XD
WaffleLover06: XD Well, if that's true than you're the best crazy person ever! (Ps. I love waffles too)
Runnow11: Alright, I think I have a relationship plan for Emily and Jo if that's okay. Glad your excited.
Newtie: Alright, not sure if she will be in a relationship, but I'll definitely keep it in mind.
Kaylachappy: Alright cool.
SO! I has good news! For the next two weeks (December 20 to January 4th) I'm off! Off from school for Christmas and New Year's! TA-DA! So! I will hopefully be updating more often for the next two weeks! AHH! EXCITEMENT!
Thanks guys for all y'all's support! Hopefully update soon! Oh and thanks so much to DatGirl45 for adding me to the 'Insert OC Here' Community! Love it and so honored to be in it!