CHAPTER TWENTY EIGHT

PAINFUL REMINDERS

"Mark," said A.J., "no offense, but you may want to be more careful about your dining habits; I mean all of us know about you being an alien and other unusual events in Timmy's world, but remember not everyone in town knows it. The last thing you want is to have M.E.R.F get hold of you."

The Yugopotamian nodded but then added,

"Okay, A.J. dude, I'll be like more careful, but I don't think I'll cause but so much attention especially," and with that Mark Chang pointed to a garbage can, "with Chester's dining habits."

They all looked and Chester was in the garbage can enjoying a feast himself.

"Good point," said Timmy who then added with some alarm, "but speaking of some unusual events in my life, that kid obviously saw Anti-Cosmo which means he and Remy are lose." Timmy shudderred a bit and then said, "and even if like Cupid said Anti-Cosmo doesn't want me dead, he may not be able to control Remy. I mean Norm wasn't able to control him, and he's an all powerful genie."


Trixie was up at the cash register with her parents in the store. She suddenly smiled and said,

"Mom, Dad, can I ask you a question?"

"Sure, sweetheart," said Rebecca.

"Did you really mean it when you said that if Timmy's in some type of trouble, he could call you."

Jeff nodded and said,

"Of course, Trixie. I mean he's obviously important to you, and from what I can tell he's a nice enough boy, even if he is a bit impulsive."

"I agree with your father, Trixie," said Rebecca, "I was concerned about Timothy not being from our social class because of some of the experiences I've had, but the boy seems to be nice enough. If he needs help with something, we'll do what we can."

"Thanks, Mom and Dad," said Trixie who hugged both of them, "that means a lot to me."


"Timmy," said A.J., "try to be too alarmed, I mean you're with us; we'll look out for you."

"You guys must think that I'm a real coward," said Timmy, "because I tense up whenever Remy is mentioned."

"Buddy," said A.J., "coward is NOT a word I'd use to describe you. Besides, he tried to kill you, that would make anyone a little nervous."

"Yeah, Timmy, dude," said Mark, "that creepy kid would make my race nervous, and we're a warrior race."

Timmy nodded and then Chester came up after his feast upon which he belched rather loudly. Timmy and A.J. just shook their heads.

"Well, dudes," said Chester, "you ready for the next things."

"Speaking of which," said Isaac who appeared after making sure that no one saw him, "I heard what you said about Anti-Cosmo being on the lose. Tell you what, I'll go to Fairy World and let Jorgen know. Maybe he can do something." He paused and looked at Timmy's watch and said, "Could you guys look after Chester as well."

"Sure," replied Wanda.

With that Isaac poofed back to Fairy World to meet with Jorgen.


What Isaac didn't know was Jorgen was having a meeting with Binky, and for the first time it was Jorgen who was nervous and not his former assistant. In fact, the Toughest Fairy in the Universe shuffled his feet a bit and looked down. This annoyed Binky to no end.

"Well, Jorgen," said Binky, "are you going to answer my question. I think I do have a right to know especially since I may be the godfather to Winston's sister."

Jorgen looked at Binky. Normally, he would scoff at Binky being so assertive , or at least threaten him, but he didn't. Mainly because Binky was right; he did need to know.

"Yes, Binky," said Jorgen, "Winston, my former godchild, was the brother of Vicky and Tootie."

"Why didn't you tell me Jorgen?," said Binky.

"I think you know why Binky," said Jorgen, "it's very difficult for me to talk about it." Jorgen's Austrian was very sad and very strained.

"Yes, Jorgen, I do know that," said Binky, "but even though we've had our share of issues, I still consider you my friend; you could have let me know."


"Okay, boys," said Jeff, as he came out with his wife and daughter, "are you ready?"

"Yes sir," said Timmy, "but there are four of us. Is that okay?"

"That's fine," said Jeff who then added, "and besides," and with that Trixie's father pointed to his vehicle, "that's why I own a Town car."

"Oh yeah," said Timmy smiling, and then he added, "and Mr. and Mrs. Tang I'm sorry about the trouble earlier; thank you for being so understanding."

"That's fine, Timothy," said Rebecca, "I'm just glad this mess was straightened out."

And with that, they all went to the Tang's car.


Isaac was at Fairy World and at Jorgen's office. There was no one there; not even Jorgen's new assistant Mama Cosmo. That was odd, Jorgen's favorite soap opera was on; normally, he'd watch it from the office. Chester's fairy godfather then decided to poof to Abracatraz prison to find out exactly what was going on.


Jorgen was touched by Binky's declaration of friendship. Other than Cosmo and Wanda, and to an extent Timmy Turner, Binky was about his only friend. He smiled a bit,

"Thank you Binky. I'm sorry I didn't tell you. I wasn't trying to keep it from you; it's just, well..."

"Well, what?," said Binky with concern.

"I didn't want you think that I was manipulating you to find out about Winston; you were always going to be assigned as a godparent, Tootie just happened to be the one who came up."

"That didn't even cross my mind, Jorgen," said Binky who then added, "they haven't found any leads on Winston's disappearance, have they?"

"No," said Jorgen, "and for that to happen, it means that magic might be involved....." Jorgen looked sad and added, "but if I'd been there for him and done a better job of being a godparent, perhaps he could have protected himself."

"Jorgen," said Binky, "don't beat yourself up." Then Binky paused and added, "You know what, though. I know this wasn't your intent, but perhaps I could check things out on my end. Being Tootie's godparent might make it easier."

"I'd appreciate that, Binky," said Jorgen, "but remember, don't let it interfere with your responsibilties with Tootie; you're her godparent, not Winston's."

"I won't let it interfere," said Binky, "remember I was your assistant for a long time, so I can multitask."

"Thank you Binky," said Jorgen and with that the Toughest Fairy in the Universe poofed out of there.


Isaac found Mama Cosmo asleep in front of the cell that housed Remy, Anti-Cosmo, and Anti-Cupid.

"Wait a second," said Isaac who looked closer at the three figures in the cell and then he said, "DOLLS? I might have known."


Timmy and his friends had never been in such a nice car. Not even, A.J. who was pretty well off himself. Of course, the Tangs were about the richest family in Dimmsdale, even more so since the Buxaplentys had moved to Brightburg. Timmy and Trixie were sitting with each other, holding hands.

"I'm glad I could finally be honest with you, Timmy," said Trixie, "it lifts quite a burden off of me."

"I'm glad too," said Timmy, "I think this going to be a pretty good day. I mean what could possibly...,"
"Timmy," said A.J who was in the seat across from the couple, along with Chester and Mark, "please don't tempt fate like that; you know what happens with you say that."

"I didn't think you were supersistious, A.J.," said Trixie, rather good naturedly.

"I used to not be," said A.J who then brought his voice down to a whisper, "but that was before I found out about Fairy World and Cosmo and Wanda." The African-American boy then added, "why don't we just say, 'so far so good' and just leave it at that."

"Done," said Timmy, "so far, so good."


Jorgen poofed back to his office and to his shock found Anti-Cosmo, Anti-Cupid, and Remy in there. Jorgen pulled up his wand and BELLOWED,

"TINY, PATHETIC CREATURES, HOW DID YOU GET OUT?"

"I'm wondering that myself," said a voice behind him. Jorgen whirled around and saw Isaac with Mama Cosma. Mama Cosma looked a little embarrassed. Jorgen looked a little annoyed.

"Well," said Jorgen, "I don't care how they escaped, just put them back in jail, Mama Cosma."

"She CAN'T Jorgen," said Isaac, "because that's NOT them; they're dolls. It looks like Anti-Cosmo has managed to fool you again."


Okay, please review. I hope Jorgen wasn't too much out of character, but I did at least what to show that he could have a caring side.