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grammatical errors. Thanks, and enjoy!
I own none of the characters in this story except for Dana, Tonya, Sky- Anne, Gabrielle and the occasional extra or two. Other characters are all owned by Telescene. In other words, not me!
CHAPTER 23: BAD TIMES
(Hideout. Dana walks in. Merton, very antsy, rushes to her.)
Merton: What's up?
Dana: Nothing. Why?
Merton: I just thought something might be up.
Dana: (Smirks) No. Nothing's up.
Merton: Damn. I just feel so . . . so . . .
Dana: Energetic?
Merton: Yeah. I feel like I can take on a thousand Titans . . . (smiles) It's really cool! (Glancing at her overcoat) You know you really don't have to wear that anymore.
Dana: (Noticing the jacket) Oh right, old habit.
(Dana takes off her overcoat. She now looks a good eight months pregnant)
Merton: (Concerned) You've gotten bigger.
Dana: I know. But remember I'm part demon. It's okay.
Merton: I know.
Dana: Anyhow, you should be feeling more strength. After all, you are changing.
Merton: Changing?
Dana: Yes. Don't you remember? Tommy bit you.
Merton: Wait, he bit me? What a jer- (Eyes widening) Ohhh. . . right. Wait . . . I'm becoming a werewolf?
Dana: (Smiling) Yes. Isn't it exciting?
Merton: Not really. Dana, werewolves have a history of being . . . well, evil.
Dana: So?
Merton: I'm not evil!
Dana: Yes. I know that. And who says you should be?
Merton: Everyone! The only good werewolf is Tommy!
Dana: Until now. After all, the good werewolf bit you. So, you have a sporting chance over everyone else.
Merton: (Sigh) I guess it's just really weird. I mean, I've always wanted something like this! But now that I have it . . . Tommy always said it was more of a curse than a-
Dana: What does Tommy know? He just didn't have an understanding girlfriend who appreciated it.
Merton: (Smirking) Well, it is kinda cool.
(Both of them smile)
Merton: Can I ask you something personal?
Dana: (Getting closer) Yes?
Merton: (Pointing to his chin) Is this facial hair?
(Merton's Lair)
Sky-Anne: She must've been the one who destroyed the Titans. Of course, that's it! The Master knew they were a liability so he had them massacred by Dana! (Pause) Poor Merton. Didn't he seem kind of . . . off?
Tommy: He's turning into a werewolf. It does stuff to you.
Sky-Anne: Oh, right then. I guess we'll have to find a cure for that.
Tommy: No wait. He already did. (Picks up a jar) This stuff. It turns you back to normal.
Sky-Anne: Why didn't YOU take that stuff?
Tonya: Cause it was too late.
Sky-Anne: Oh.
Tonya: We'll have to give him this stuff before the next full moon.
Tommy: (Looking at the calendar) We got a couple of days. It shouldn't be a problem.
Sky-Anne: Tommy. Umm, that's last month's calendar. See?
(Points to the calendar month.)
Tommy: Oh right. Then when's the next full moon?
Sky-Anne: (Flipping the Calendar) Tomorrow.
Tonya: We're going to need all the help we can get, so I think it's time to visit our special friend.
(Hideout.)
Merton: (Sitting in a chair. Tapping his fingers on the armchair) Too leave or not to leave? That is the question. (Taps his fingers a little more) Alright Dana, I'm asking you this once and only once, and I'll take your silence as a yes. Should I leave this room and see what you're up to?
(Camera zooms out to an empty room. Merton is the only one inside.)
Merton: Leave it is.
(Camera changes to Merton walking down the cave tunnel. The walls are barely lit with candlelight. Merton hides in the shadows as he approaches a wide-open area where a hooded figure kneels in front of the Master's flames. Merton's ears grow bigger as he listens to the conversation.)
Master: I'm glad our guest of honor is doing well, but what I want is results. We have until tomorrow night. My plans cannot be foiled again. He is the only one that can keep that wolf preoccupied while the prophecy commences. You must make sure he is totally devoted to your every need.
(The hooded figure rises and takes off the hood.)
Dana: (Appearing from under the hood) No problem.
(Merton's eyes grow wide with shock. The camera changes to Gabrielle's apartment. Gabrielle stands at the door. Tommy, Tonya, and Sky-Anne are outside the doorway)
Gabrielle: So lemme get this bloody straight. Dana's evil, she's carryin' the SPAWN of evil, and your weird friend is caught in all the middle of this, turned himself wolfy, and you expect me to help you bloomin' nits turn everythin' all jolly good?
Sky-Anne: Yes. Will you?
Gabrielle: (While slamming the door) No thanks.
(The door shuts in all three of their faces)
Tommy: Oh c'mon.
Gabrielle: (Muffled through the door) Bugger off.
Sky-Anne: We can't do this without you.
Gabrielle: (Muffled) Oh, well then that makes it all better now does it?
Tonya: We know you don't care about us, but you could at least think about Dana.
Gabrielle: (Muffled) Sorry. But this is a line I ain't bitin'.
Sky-Anne: (Pouting) And why not?
Gabrielle: (Opening the door) Because, love, I'm the bloomin' livin' dead. I eat you people for breakfast. Can't you get that through your sodden' heads?
Tonya: Look, we don't care who the hell you are, but if you don't help, Hell itself could be released upon this place. And last time I checked, the true evil could care less about sparing the half-breeds.
Sky-Anne: (Aside to Tommy. Whispering) I think he's a vampire.
Gabrielle: Of course I'm a vampire. Now, hello, back to the story kiddies. What do you mean half-breeds?
Tonya: You aren't pure demon. You're just a stinkin' mortal corpse gone bad.
Gabrielle: Oh . . .that really hurt. Well, alright, I thought about it, and considerin' the circumstances I've decided I'm in.
Sky-Anne: (Sarcastic) You figured all that in just five minutes?
Gabrielle: (Winking at Sky-Anne) I'm a quick thinker.
Tommy: (Murmuring) Among other things.
Gabrielle: Hey I heard that.
(Merton's Lair. Tommy, Sky-Anne, and Tonya walk in. Gabrielle is prevented to enter.)
Sky-Anne: (Sarcastic) Oh, I'm sorry, I think you need an invitation for that.
Gabrielle: (Smiling) Well, this is really surprising. With all that blonde hair on your head I wouldn't have guessed you could figure that out all by yourself.
(Sky-Anne glares)
Tommy: Umm, come in?
Gabrielle: Thanks chum, but you have to be a resident of the place to extend the invite.
Merton: (Coming out from behind the shadows) Lucky me.
Tommy, Sky-Anne, & Tonya: Merton?
Gabrielle: (At the same time) Pale face?
(Pause. Everyone turns to look at Gabrielle)
Gabrielle: Well don't look at me; I don't know the guy. I'm doing well to bloody improvise as we go along now.
Tommy: What are you doing here?
Merton: Oh nothing. Just thought I could stop by. See how things are going.
Sky-Anne: Things are going just fine, thanks.
Merton: Oh really? I don't know if you've noticed, but there's hell rising in a couple of hours.
Tonya: Thanks, but we've already been informed.
Tommy: Look, why are you really here?
Sky-Anne: Don't trust him Tommy. He's been Danatized.
Tonya: Plus he's turning into a werewolf.
Sky-Anne: (Nodding) That too.
Merton: What I can't come visit my friends?
Everyone else: No!
Sky-Anne: Not when you're a friggin' evil monster!
Merton: I'm not evil. I'm just . . . really confused right now.
Sky-Anne: I think he should leave.
Merton: Me leave? It's my house. You get out!
Tommy: Is that what you really want Merton?
Merton: No! I mean . . . I don't know.
Tonya: Then why did you come back?
Merton: I saw her. She was . . .
Tommy: We know.
Merton: How could I have been so stupid?
Tonya: Love does some pretty crappy stuff sometimes.
Gabrielle: (Clears throat) Excuse me. Not to break up this Dawson's Creek reunion or anything, but, can we get on with the bloomin' story line about me being possibly caught in the crossfire?
Merton: (Glaring) Who invited him?
Gabrielle: No one Chachi. Care to lend a hand?
(Merton goes to the door and shuts it)
Gabrielle: (Muffled through the door) Alright then. I'll just be out here . . . waiting.
Merton: Who got that creep?
(Sky-Anne, Tommy, and Tonya look at each other in embarrassment)
Tommy: Let's get you some of that stuff.
Merton: Stuff?
Sky-Anne: I think he means that werewolf antidote.
Merton: Oh right. Almost forgot. (He goes over to the jar and opens the lid. He reaches inside the jar but then hesitates. He then sighs and eats the substance)
Merton: See? All cured.
Tonya: Well, we need to get a move on.
Tonya: I can check the local Demon places.
Merton: I'm the research guy.
Sky-Anne: I can consult my fellow Wiccans. Although, I'm kinda running low on the good ones right now.
Tommy: Right and I'll just . . . watch the TV.
(Couple hours later. Sky-Anne and Tonya are gone. Merton is at the computer. Tommy is watching the television.)
Tommy: Dude, can you really find the information we need on the Internet?
Merton: Yeah. Especially when you're a surfing kinda guy like moi.
Tommy: Yeah, all you need's a tan and your set.
Merton: Yeah, like I've ever tanned.
Tommy: (Chuckling) Hey Mert-
Merton: I know what you're gonna say Tommy. I'm sorry. I shouldn't have acted like that.
Tommy: I shouldn't have taken you for granted. I know you can handle yourself buddy; you don't need to prove that.
Merton: (Smiling) Thanks.
(They stare at each other for a minute. Then look away)
Merton: Back to research.
Tommy: Yeah, and, umm, back to channel surfing . . . hey, I'm surfing too!
(Merton rolls his eyes but then smirks. Camera changes to Sky-Anne and Gabrielle walking through the forest)
Sky-Anne: I knew those Wiccans would know something of value.
Gabrielle: I'm glad someone finally did.
Sky-Anne: You know, why'd you even come with me? Why didn't you go with Tonya? I'm sure she could handle your irritating accent.
Gabrielle: Hey that's pure Irish your dainty ears are graced with. You should be grateful.
Sky-Anne: Grateful? You sound like an oversized leprechaun from that cereal commercial.
Gabrielle: Oh, you've seen that too? Bloody shame that lil' cartoon's created.
Sky-Anne: Oh please. Don't tell me you're all Pro Irish Pride?
Gabrielle: An' why shouldn't I be? Got something against us Irish folk, or did someone dump a load on your pot of gold?
Sky-Anne: (Disgusted) You make me sick. God, who would've known that vampires are so immature?
Gabrielle: Not many. It's a little known fact.
Sky-Anne: Whatever.
Gabrielle: Cheer up lass. This is probably our last night alive; don't you wanna enjoy it?
Sky-Anne: I'd rather find a way to have more enjoyable nights, thanks.
Gabrielle: (Cutting her off) Well, that's not very cheery. You know a nice . . . well bread girl like you shouldn't be alone on this awfully cold evening. You should have a strong man to keep you warm.
Sky-Anne: Yeah, just too bad that you're not a man.
Gabrielle: Ouch. Well, I could always get me jollies somewhere else.
Sky-Anne: (Passing him) Bite me.
Gabrielle: (Smiling) Ooh, feisty too.
(Merton's Lair. Tommy and Tonya sit on the couch. Merton's still at the computer. Sky-Anne walks in.)
Sky-Anne: Well, I left Vampy out there.
Merton: Did you have any other choice?
Sky-Anne: No, but for once I'm glad you acted like a stubborn asshole.
Merton: Right . . . well, I'll take that as a compliment.
Sky-Anne: I found some stuff out. Apparently the only way to kill this thing that's coming is to kill its life support.
Merton: Wait, wait . . . we can't just kill it. That's my kid too, remember?
Sky-Anne: No Merton it's not. Even though Dana needed you to . . . well, you know, the child isn't technically yours. It belongs to the Master.
Merton: (Frowning) Oh right. Sorry.
Sky-Anne: Anyway, the only way to kill it is to kill its life support.
Tommy: But that would mean-
Merton: We'd have to kill Dana.
(Early morning. Merton has fallen asleep at the computer. Sky-Anne and Tommy are asleep on the couch. Tonya, however, watches the television without even blinking.)
Tonya: (Nudging Tommy) Hey, wake up, listen to this.
Tommy: What?
(Sky-Anne and Merton start to stir as well. Tonya turns up the T.V.)
News Announcer: Yes, very strange indeed Bob. Apparently, tonight is the unluckiest night for all you superstitious citizens of Pleasantville. Tonight's lunar eclipse event will take place on none other than Friday the 13th! That's right, so beware of this eve, or you might discover a little surprise awaiting you. This is Pete Williams signing off at 6:30 AM. Have a pleasant day.
Tonya: (Turning off the TV) I'll give you one guess what our little surprise is going to be.
(Merton, Tommy, Tonya, and Sky-Anne look around at each other wearily. Long pause.)
Gabrielle: (Banging on the door) Could someone please lemme in? It's gettin' terribly hot out here!
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CHAPTER 23: BAD TIMES
(Hideout. Dana walks in. Merton, very antsy, rushes to her.)
Merton: What's up?
Dana: Nothing. Why?
Merton: I just thought something might be up.
Dana: (Smirks) No. Nothing's up.
Merton: Damn. I just feel so . . . so . . .
Dana: Energetic?
Merton: Yeah. I feel like I can take on a thousand Titans . . . (smiles) It's really cool! (Glancing at her overcoat) You know you really don't have to wear that anymore.
Dana: (Noticing the jacket) Oh right, old habit.
(Dana takes off her overcoat. She now looks a good eight months pregnant)
Merton: (Concerned) You've gotten bigger.
Dana: I know. But remember I'm part demon. It's okay.
Merton: I know.
Dana: Anyhow, you should be feeling more strength. After all, you are changing.
Merton: Changing?
Dana: Yes. Don't you remember? Tommy bit you.
Merton: Wait, he bit me? What a jer- (Eyes widening) Ohhh. . . right. Wait . . . I'm becoming a werewolf?
Dana: (Smiling) Yes. Isn't it exciting?
Merton: Not really. Dana, werewolves have a history of being . . . well, evil.
Dana: So?
Merton: I'm not evil!
Dana: Yes. I know that. And who says you should be?
Merton: Everyone! The only good werewolf is Tommy!
Dana: Until now. After all, the good werewolf bit you. So, you have a sporting chance over everyone else.
Merton: (Sigh) I guess it's just really weird. I mean, I've always wanted something like this! But now that I have it . . . Tommy always said it was more of a curse than a-
Dana: What does Tommy know? He just didn't have an understanding girlfriend who appreciated it.
Merton: (Smirking) Well, it is kinda cool.
(Both of them smile)
Merton: Can I ask you something personal?
Dana: (Getting closer) Yes?
Merton: (Pointing to his chin) Is this facial hair?
(Merton's Lair)
Sky-Anne: She must've been the one who destroyed the Titans. Of course, that's it! The Master knew they were a liability so he had them massacred by Dana! (Pause) Poor Merton. Didn't he seem kind of . . . off?
Tommy: He's turning into a werewolf. It does stuff to you.
Sky-Anne: Oh, right then. I guess we'll have to find a cure for that.
Tommy: No wait. He already did. (Picks up a jar) This stuff. It turns you back to normal.
Sky-Anne: Why didn't YOU take that stuff?
Tonya: Cause it was too late.
Sky-Anne: Oh.
Tonya: We'll have to give him this stuff before the next full moon.
Tommy: (Looking at the calendar) We got a couple of days. It shouldn't be a problem.
Sky-Anne: Tommy. Umm, that's last month's calendar. See?
(Points to the calendar month.)
Tommy: Oh right. Then when's the next full moon?
Sky-Anne: (Flipping the Calendar) Tomorrow.
Tonya: We're going to need all the help we can get, so I think it's time to visit our special friend.
(Hideout.)
Merton: (Sitting in a chair. Tapping his fingers on the armchair) Too leave or not to leave? That is the question. (Taps his fingers a little more) Alright Dana, I'm asking you this once and only once, and I'll take your silence as a yes. Should I leave this room and see what you're up to?
(Camera zooms out to an empty room. Merton is the only one inside.)
Merton: Leave it is.
(Camera changes to Merton walking down the cave tunnel. The walls are barely lit with candlelight. Merton hides in the shadows as he approaches a wide-open area where a hooded figure kneels in front of the Master's flames. Merton's ears grow bigger as he listens to the conversation.)
Master: I'm glad our guest of honor is doing well, but what I want is results. We have until tomorrow night. My plans cannot be foiled again. He is the only one that can keep that wolf preoccupied while the prophecy commences. You must make sure he is totally devoted to your every need.
(The hooded figure rises and takes off the hood.)
Dana: (Appearing from under the hood) No problem.
(Merton's eyes grow wide with shock. The camera changes to Gabrielle's apartment. Gabrielle stands at the door. Tommy, Tonya, and Sky-Anne are outside the doorway)
Gabrielle: So lemme get this bloody straight. Dana's evil, she's carryin' the SPAWN of evil, and your weird friend is caught in all the middle of this, turned himself wolfy, and you expect me to help you bloomin' nits turn everythin' all jolly good?
Sky-Anne: Yes. Will you?
Gabrielle: (While slamming the door) No thanks.
(The door shuts in all three of their faces)
Tommy: Oh c'mon.
Gabrielle: (Muffled through the door) Bugger off.
Sky-Anne: We can't do this without you.
Gabrielle: (Muffled) Oh, well then that makes it all better now does it?
Tonya: We know you don't care about us, but you could at least think about Dana.
Gabrielle: (Muffled) Sorry. But this is a line I ain't bitin'.
Sky-Anne: (Pouting) And why not?
Gabrielle: (Opening the door) Because, love, I'm the bloomin' livin' dead. I eat you people for breakfast. Can't you get that through your sodden' heads?
Tonya: Look, we don't care who the hell you are, but if you don't help, Hell itself could be released upon this place. And last time I checked, the true evil could care less about sparing the half-breeds.
Sky-Anne: (Aside to Tommy. Whispering) I think he's a vampire.
Gabrielle: Of course I'm a vampire. Now, hello, back to the story kiddies. What do you mean half-breeds?
Tonya: You aren't pure demon. You're just a stinkin' mortal corpse gone bad.
Gabrielle: Oh . . .that really hurt. Well, alright, I thought about it, and considerin' the circumstances I've decided I'm in.
Sky-Anne: (Sarcastic) You figured all that in just five minutes?
Gabrielle: (Winking at Sky-Anne) I'm a quick thinker.
Tommy: (Murmuring) Among other things.
Gabrielle: Hey I heard that.
(Merton's Lair. Tommy, Sky-Anne, and Tonya walk in. Gabrielle is prevented to enter.)
Sky-Anne: (Sarcastic) Oh, I'm sorry, I think you need an invitation for that.
Gabrielle: (Smiling) Well, this is really surprising. With all that blonde hair on your head I wouldn't have guessed you could figure that out all by yourself.
(Sky-Anne glares)
Tommy: Umm, come in?
Gabrielle: Thanks chum, but you have to be a resident of the place to extend the invite.
Merton: (Coming out from behind the shadows) Lucky me.
Tommy, Sky-Anne, & Tonya: Merton?
Gabrielle: (At the same time) Pale face?
(Pause. Everyone turns to look at Gabrielle)
Gabrielle: Well don't look at me; I don't know the guy. I'm doing well to bloody improvise as we go along now.
Tommy: What are you doing here?
Merton: Oh nothing. Just thought I could stop by. See how things are going.
Sky-Anne: Things are going just fine, thanks.
Merton: Oh really? I don't know if you've noticed, but there's hell rising in a couple of hours.
Tonya: Thanks, but we've already been informed.
Tommy: Look, why are you really here?
Sky-Anne: Don't trust him Tommy. He's been Danatized.
Tonya: Plus he's turning into a werewolf.
Sky-Anne: (Nodding) That too.
Merton: What I can't come visit my friends?
Everyone else: No!
Sky-Anne: Not when you're a friggin' evil monster!
Merton: I'm not evil. I'm just . . . really confused right now.
Sky-Anne: I think he should leave.
Merton: Me leave? It's my house. You get out!
Tommy: Is that what you really want Merton?
Merton: No! I mean . . . I don't know.
Tonya: Then why did you come back?
Merton: I saw her. She was . . .
Tommy: We know.
Merton: How could I have been so stupid?
Tonya: Love does some pretty crappy stuff sometimes.
Gabrielle: (Clears throat) Excuse me. Not to break up this Dawson's Creek reunion or anything, but, can we get on with the bloomin' story line about me being possibly caught in the crossfire?
Merton: (Glaring) Who invited him?
Gabrielle: No one Chachi. Care to lend a hand?
(Merton goes to the door and shuts it)
Gabrielle: (Muffled through the door) Alright then. I'll just be out here . . . waiting.
Merton: Who got that creep?
(Sky-Anne, Tommy, and Tonya look at each other in embarrassment)
Tommy: Let's get you some of that stuff.
Merton: Stuff?
Sky-Anne: I think he means that werewolf antidote.
Merton: Oh right. Almost forgot. (He goes over to the jar and opens the lid. He reaches inside the jar but then hesitates. He then sighs and eats the substance)
Merton: See? All cured.
Tonya: Well, we need to get a move on.
Tonya: I can check the local Demon places.
Merton: I'm the research guy.
Sky-Anne: I can consult my fellow Wiccans. Although, I'm kinda running low on the good ones right now.
Tommy: Right and I'll just . . . watch the TV.
(Couple hours later. Sky-Anne and Tonya are gone. Merton is at the computer. Tommy is watching the television.)
Tommy: Dude, can you really find the information we need on the Internet?
Merton: Yeah. Especially when you're a surfing kinda guy like moi.
Tommy: Yeah, all you need's a tan and your set.
Merton: Yeah, like I've ever tanned.
Tommy: (Chuckling) Hey Mert-
Merton: I know what you're gonna say Tommy. I'm sorry. I shouldn't have acted like that.
Tommy: I shouldn't have taken you for granted. I know you can handle yourself buddy; you don't need to prove that.
Merton: (Smiling) Thanks.
(They stare at each other for a minute. Then look away)
Merton: Back to research.
Tommy: Yeah, and, umm, back to channel surfing . . . hey, I'm surfing too!
(Merton rolls his eyes but then smirks. Camera changes to Sky-Anne and Gabrielle walking through the forest)
Sky-Anne: I knew those Wiccans would know something of value.
Gabrielle: I'm glad someone finally did.
Sky-Anne: You know, why'd you even come with me? Why didn't you go with Tonya? I'm sure she could handle your irritating accent.
Gabrielle: Hey that's pure Irish your dainty ears are graced with. You should be grateful.
Sky-Anne: Grateful? You sound like an oversized leprechaun from that cereal commercial.
Gabrielle: Oh, you've seen that too? Bloody shame that lil' cartoon's created.
Sky-Anne: Oh please. Don't tell me you're all Pro Irish Pride?
Gabrielle: An' why shouldn't I be? Got something against us Irish folk, or did someone dump a load on your pot of gold?
Sky-Anne: (Disgusted) You make me sick. God, who would've known that vampires are so immature?
Gabrielle: Not many. It's a little known fact.
Sky-Anne: Whatever.
Gabrielle: Cheer up lass. This is probably our last night alive; don't you wanna enjoy it?
Sky-Anne: I'd rather find a way to have more enjoyable nights, thanks.
Gabrielle: (Cutting her off) Well, that's not very cheery. You know a nice . . . well bread girl like you shouldn't be alone on this awfully cold evening. You should have a strong man to keep you warm.
Sky-Anne: Yeah, just too bad that you're not a man.
Gabrielle: Ouch. Well, I could always get me jollies somewhere else.
Sky-Anne: (Passing him) Bite me.
Gabrielle: (Smiling) Ooh, feisty too.
(Merton's Lair. Tommy and Tonya sit on the couch. Merton's still at the computer. Sky-Anne walks in.)
Sky-Anne: Well, I left Vampy out there.
Merton: Did you have any other choice?
Sky-Anne: No, but for once I'm glad you acted like a stubborn asshole.
Merton: Right . . . well, I'll take that as a compliment.
Sky-Anne: I found some stuff out. Apparently the only way to kill this thing that's coming is to kill its life support.
Merton: Wait, wait . . . we can't just kill it. That's my kid too, remember?
Sky-Anne: No Merton it's not. Even though Dana needed you to . . . well, you know, the child isn't technically yours. It belongs to the Master.
Merton: (Frowning) Oh right. Sorry.
Sky-Anne: Anyway, the only way to kill it is to kill its life support.
Tommy: But that would mean-
Merton: We'd have to kill Dana.
(Early morning. Merton has fallen asleep at the computer. Sky-Anne and Tommy are asleep on the couch. Tonya, however, watches the television without even blinking.)
Tonya: (Nudging Tommy) Hey, wake up, listen to this.
Tommy: What?
(Sky-Anne and Merton start to stir as well. Tonya turns up the T.V.)
News Announcer: Yes, very strange indeed Bob. Apparently, tonight is the unluckiest night for all you superstitious citizens of Pleasantville. Tonight's lunar eclipse event will take place on none other than Friday the 13th! That's right, so beware of this eve, or you might discover a little surprise awaiting you. This is Pete Williams signing off at 6:30 AM. Have a pleasant day.
Tonya: (Turning off the TV) I'll give you one guess what our little surprise is going to be.
(Merton, Tommy, Tonya, and Sky-Anne look around at each other wearily. Long pause.)
Gabrielle: (Banging on the door) Could someone please lemme in? It's gettin' terribly hot out here!
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