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The Dark Mammal

Chapter Nine: Death from Above

Somewhere over Savannah Central

The ZPD had three helicopter gunships in their inventory. This one was a navy blue Sihorseky, designed to transport military personnel, but was rather light weight compared to the main transport models, allowing for more maneuverability. It was outfitted with twin M2 machine guns behind the doors as well as two multi-rocket launchers on the sides. Allie Ottman sat in the pilot seat with Tyler Stripervich, while Nick and Judy each manned a machine gun.

They flew over the city, which a good chunk of was now engulfed in flames. "How could we let this happen," asked Judy as she watched from above in horror, "we had her, she was supposed to stay locked up for life, but she goes and does this." "Carrots, listen. It's not your fault that Bellwether faked her death," said her husband comfortingly, "or that she took our child, or killed all these mammals." "Doesn't make me feel any better," said Judy. "It oughta bring you back to reality, fluff," said Nick, "none of this is our fault. We didn't campaign for a return to the bad old days, we didn't make innocent mammals go savage and we sure as hell didn't blow up half the fucking city."

Whoosh!

"We got RPGs down there," said Allie, "light them up." "I can't see squat through the smoke," said Judy, "and why are they hiding in the fire." "They're not in the fire, carrots," said Nick as he lowered the visor on his headset, "they're next to the fire." "It's definitely not one of our guys," said Tyler, "they're all busy assisting ZFD with evacuating civilians." Dawn, thought Judy as she trained her machine gun on what appeared to be an MG mounted pickup truck, painted purple and green, no way you live. No way.

Brakabrakabrakabrakabrakabrakabrakabrakabraka!

The pickup exploded before the gunner had time to react. "Nice shooting cottontail," said Nick, "but we might need to save some bullets for Joker." "I've got a problem," said Ottman, "we got some of our officers being ambushed near City Hall. They're busy escorting some critically injured civilians and requesting air support now." "But Joker's got my son," said Judy. "We'll have to make it quick then," said Allie, "we can't just let our guys die." "Alright," said Judy, "we'll go, but remember, the clock's ticking." "Roger that," said Allie as she turned the helicopter west.

They saw several police cars and fire trucks parked in front of City Hall, which was a massive, glass and steel building, considered to be a marvel of modern architecture. Only tonight, a good chunk of it was blown off and there seemed to be several fires raging on many stories. Across the street, they could see some flashes from guns coming from some of the buildings across the street. Allie did a strafe run, with Nick's side facing the target buildings, giving him a clear shot at the enemy.

Brakabrakabrakabrakabrakabrakabrakabrakabrakabrak!

The bullets tore through the walls, killing several armed henchmen, taking some of the pressure off the police officers on the ground. "Where the fuck did they get a tank," asked Tyler, forcing the other officers to divert their attention to the older, sibearian tank, painted a garish bright colors, that was cruising down main street, leveling buildings, only to notice that a ZPD gunship was right ahead of him. "Use the rockets," said Judy, "before he shoots us down." Allie nodded, then swung the helicopter around, facing directly at the tank and fired several rockets.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

Ka-Boom!

The tank exploded, eliminating any danger it could bring to our heros in the sky, or the mammals down below. "Hot damn," said Nick. "We still have another mission to complete," said Judy, "remember? Junior is still in danger." "Tell me something I don't know, honey," said Nick. "You're a better father than you give yourself credit for," said Judy. "Oh carrots," teased Nick, "don't flatter me too much." "Dumb fox," said Judy. "Sly bunny," said Nick. "Okay," said Judy, "if you want to keep your son safe and your wife happy, focus on the mission." "Sure thing, carrots."

Zootopia Cathedral

"So this is Nicholas Piberius Wilde Junior," said Joker to Nick Jr., who she had tied up in a wooden chair, up in the bell tower, "you really are their son. You've got your mother's eyes," she caressed a pocket knife against the side of his face, "and your father's looks." "Mom and Dad are going to kick your butt for this," said Nick Jr. "Hahahahahaha," laughed Joker in his face, "will they," she taunted, "or are they too busy getting turned into pancake mix by Uncle Danny?" "They will beat you," screamed Nick Jr., "they always beat the bad guy!" "Oh, but what about this one," asked Joker, "they may have beaten me in my former life, but this time," she paused, appearing to stick the blade of the knife alarmingly close to the child's mouth, "but I've nearly succeeded in destroying everything they built, including their friends, their careers, this goddamn city, and most important of all, you."

Whup-whup-whup-whup-whup-whup-whup!

Joker turned around and saw a helicopter facing directly at her, with the two cops she swore she would destroy in every way possible, each manning a machine gun. "It's over, Joker," shouted Judy, "let my boy go so we can settle this mammal to mammal!" "Hehehehe," she cackled, "you haven't beat me," she drew out a comically large pistol, "I have you bitches exactly where I want you."

Pow!

Joker fired a very large bullet, which knocked her on her back. It also hit the rotors of the helicopter, sending it spiraling out of control. "Oh shit," screamed Tyler as the helicopter spun down. Luckily for Judy, she strapped onto the safety harness, which prevented her from falling out to certain death, though she did feel nauseous as she was swung around like a yoyo. Nick, always willing to live on the dangerous side of life, was not so cautious, so he found himself gripping onto the machine gun for dear life. "Everybody, hold on," shouted Allie as she tried to regain control of the helicopter.

"Shit, carrots," shouted Nick, who was still hanging on as tight as mammaly possible, "I should've worn my fuckin' seat belt!" Judy didn't respond, as she was busy trying not to puke. Then, she grabbed Nick and attached him to her harness.

Click!

"Thanks fluff," said Nick, "I needed that." "You're gonna need to do some explaining after giving me a scare like that," said Judy. "You know you…" Nick was cut off by Allie, who said, "I can't regain control, we'll have to put her down!" "We're gonna crash," asked Judy nervously. "Looks that way, carrots," said Nick. "Brace for impact," said Tyler as the helicopter slammed into the pavement below, landing right in front of the massive, towering, ancient stone structure.

Author's Note: It's almost time for the final confrontation. Thank you to all my readers for being there from the beginning and showing your support, I know you won't be disappointed.