The Message
Running frantically through the city, Sobek had one thing on his mind, and that was getting his messages to Electro. Must....deliver.....these mess-AHHHHHH!!!!! In an attempt to stop, Sobek slid across a small, iced puddle, crashing into both of the Tallest, inadvertently knocking them down into the mud. Could someone tell us what just happened here? I'm totally clueless. Purple, you're always clueless. Now, Sobek....where's the fire? Both of the Irkens glare at Sobek, who catches sight of a shadowy invader threatening his life if Sobek said anything.
A thousand apologies, my Tallest. Might I offer-- No! Sobek...you've helped enough. interrupted Red. But, you could tell us what the hurry is, he continued, so that maybe, we wouldn't be so....ummm.....pissed off at you? Sobek stood there for a minute while the Tallest rose to their feet. Purple demanded. What's your hurry? Or do you suddenly not know. Uhhh....that must be it. I suddenly don't know. Umm....I think I have a concussion. Sobek darted off faster than a cheetah chasing an antelope in hopes of getting home before anyone was able to stop him.
Electro, reclining at his desk and eating gummy worms, relaxes after a long day's work, only to be interrupted by Sobek slamming the door open. Sobek, what the hell's going on?! Electro, chill for a second. I've got some news for you. First, Baka's been imprisoned, and two, Grappa told me to hand deliver this to you. Out of breath and out of energy, Sobek hands Electro the encrypted letter and plops down on the sofa behind Electro.
Sobek...I refuse to read this until you tell me what the hell is going on with Baka! The two brothers stared each other down for a few moments before Sobek spoke up again. Ok, first off, she and Zim had a little confrontation in the square today. She lunged at him with her world famous knives and someone called the guards out on her with the assumption that she'd kill the little baka. Sobek....that doesn't tell me where she is now!
I was just getting to that, baka. Last I heard, she was on her way to Earth. Wherever that is. Anyway, I tipped off the one of the guards and she got Baka outta there for us and on her way to safety. Electro glared at Sobek for a few moments, his electric yellow eyes searching for more concrete answers. So, you mean to tell me you don't know for CERTAIN that's she's safely out of here? And who's this guard you tipped off?' Well, the guard was Rina....you know, the Tallest's bodyguard in the off hours...
Yes, Sobek, I know who she is. Anyway, Rina promised Baka a safe passage to her Voot Runner and off the planet. Rina also promised to look into this conspiracy. Something about that last statement triggered the synapses in Electro's mind. Conspiracy? That's what this note is about, isn't it, Sobek? Electro's words had gone flat and cold as he started processing the possible suspects at the head of the operation.
So, how long do you think it'll-- Sobek's words had been cut short by a sudden intrusion. Zim.....Sobek, grab the tazer. There's no telling what this joker is all about, Electro commanded as he grabbed Zim by the collar. Sobek quickly grabbed the tazer and had bearley come back out when Zim began another of his long drawn out speeches. he gasped, he's trying to kill me and Baka....and Rina too! The two brothers looked at each other, thoroughly convinced Zim had gone wacko this time. Zim, Sneaky's one of the most loyal invaders out there. Grappa, I can imagine. But Sneaky? Sobek, it's true, Zim pleaded. Sneakyonfoota is the leader of this operation.
I'm going to set you on the sofa now, Zim. Promise me you won't run off and kill anybody? Electro didn't wait for a response from Zim before throwing the small invader on the sofa. All right, Zim. I want some answers, and I want them now. What the hell is going on around here, and what's this all about?! More confused than angry, Electro shoved the note in Zim's face, expecting him to be able to decode it. You've gotta be kidding me, Electro. You want ME to decode THAT?! Zim snidely commented.
No, idiot, I want you to eat it. What do you think I want you to do with it?! Electro snapped back. Well, it's simple. Just hold it up to the mirror and you'll figure it out easily. Or you should anyway. Don't get smart with me Zim. It's all because of you that my girlfriend's out there somewhere! Just tell me what's so important about the letter you imbacile.
Alright, you really wanna know? Zim chortled. Yes, dumbass. I do, came Electro's response. Fine, just quit yelling. Electro glared at Zim in his sudden silence. Do you want me to start yelling again? I can if you don't start talking. Enraged at Zim's insubordination, Electro ripped the tazer out of Sobek's hands and jammed it into Zim's throat, just below his jaw. Raspily, Zim began again. Alright, alright! Sneaky and his band of merry men want you as the new leader after they dethrone the Tallest. Puzzled, Electro backed down, letting Zim free.
Me. They want me? I'm only four feet tall for heaven's sake. That's not a problem. They've aquired technology to make you taller until they find one of their own to replace you. One of their own? You mean they plan to do away with me like they're planning with you and Baka?! Electro's bright, optimistic, yellow eyes had gone cold with fear, but more for the lives of his brother and girlfriend than for his own. Unfortunately, I can't tell you anymore information. You've told enough. I'll see if I can get Rina onto the inside. Thanks, Zim. Yeah, yeah. Whatever. With that, Zim stood up to take his leave, only to be stopped at the door by Rina.
There you are. Zim, you're in grave danger. I suggest you get out of here. Run as far away from here as possible and don't think about comming back until we give word that it's safe. Rina glanced up at Sobek and Electro. You two are wise to do the same. At that, Rina took her leave, Zim close behind her. So, we gunna stick around or take to hiding? Electro runs from nothing. C'mon, Sobek, we'll show these punks who's boss. Now, how bout we grab a bite to eat, huh? I'm starved. At that, the two of them walked out, headed for the cafeteria.