Kim Possible Meets Backstep p 5

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Backstepping and Arrival in Colorado

As Frank walks to the sphere, he sees Ramsey voicing his objections to Talmadge again and he grins at Donovan. He then asks, "Craig, when do you think that bonehead will understand that this is the right thing to do?"

Donovan shrugs and says, "You got me, buddy. See you on the other side of the timeline." The two friends slap hands with each other and Frank walks toward Olga, wearing his biggest smile, ready for their traditional kiss before the Backstep.

Olga gives him a massive Frencher, saying, "Good luck, Frank. See you earlier." Frank chuckles as he receives the kiss and goes up the ramp. He is then relieved to see Ramsey walk away in a nasty funk of a huff.

Frank gets into the sphere and the hatch is closed after he's strapped in. Olga brings the sequence up on line and starts counting out the power percentage. As the sphere starts glowing, Frank flies the needles as best as he can.

Olga then says, "100. Engage!" Frank hits the button and launches into the timestream. The events race backwards as he flies through time. He sees the briefing, Bonnie's suicide, the funeral, the finding of the bodies, the deaths and finally Ron and Bonnie's restroom romp. He lands on the outskirts of Middleton, gets his sat-phone out and punches a pre-programmed number.

He then says, "Conundrum. Put me through to Talmadge."

Talmadge is in his office when the intercom buzzes and says, "Conundrum call, sir."

Talmadge picks up and says, "Yes, Frank. You're in Colorado and you've been sent to stop the demise of Team Possible and Bonnie Rockwaller. Yes, I'll get Donovan and his men ready. Yes, I'll contact 'Rhino' as well. That's really pushing it. All right, do what you can until Craig and the others get there." He hangs up the phone and dials the number for 'Rhino's' apartment.

He then says, "'Rhino', this is Talmadge. Got a request for help from Frank Parker. He's in Middleton, Colorado. Our intelligence says that Team Possible is in danger. Yes, he'll be waiting for you upon arrival. Bye, 'Rhino'." He hangs up the phone and quietly says, "I hope those two can get along this time."

Back in Colorado, Frank had already changed into his regular clothing and made his way to the park. He sees Ron and Bonnie walking through the park, smiling at each other. He then goes up to them and says, "Ron Stoppable and Kim Possible, I presume."

Bonnie giggles and replies, "Yes to the former, no to the latter. I'm Bonnie Rockwaller, Ron's girlfriend. Who are you?"

Frank replies, "Frank B. Parker, NSA. I have intelligence that Ron's life is in danger, along with Kim's."

Ron asks, "How's that, Mr. Parker? You don't even know us real well." Bonnie nods in agreement and Frank sighs. He then hears a voice coming toward them.

"Ron, Bonnie! Hold up, I got a message from Wade!" Frank turns around and sees a young redhead coming at them. He then figures it's Kim Possible.

Frank says, "Miss Possible, I hope." Kim nods and Frank goes on. "I'm Frank Parker. I'm with the NSA. I have intelligence that says you and Ron are about to go into a trap. Your lives are in danger."

Skeptical, Kim asks, "Danger from whom?"

Frank replies, "Dr. Drakken and Shego. Don't believe the atomic bomb story. It's bait for a trap devised by them."

Kim, in shock, asks, "How did you know about that?"

Frank replies, "Our computers traced the source and it indicates a warehouse. Our satellite checked the warehouse and there is no nuke inside it."

Bonnie, clutching Ron's arm, asks, "How are you so sure they're in danger, Mr. Parker?"

They then hear another voice coming at them. "Trust him on this! If anyone can be believed, it's Parker!" Frank turns around and sees a familiar form.

He chuckles and says, "Hey there, 'Rhino'. Long time, no see, man. How've you been, buddy?"

'Rhino' chuckles and says, "I've been doing just fine, Parker." He sees Kim, Ron and Bonnie looking at him and decides to introduce himself. "I'm Reinhardt. Parker here calls me 'Rhino' because I'm like a rhino. Mainly because I charge into things like a rhino."

Bonnie snorts and says, "That'd be believable if you had horns like a rhino. I'm Bonnie Rockwaller. Why would Ron and Kim's life be in danger? It's not like they haven't escaped from traps before."

Ron ponders this and says, "There is only one way to find out if these guys are on the level. It may be corny, but it's safer. The Rufus Test. Oh Rufus." Rufus pops his head out of the pants pocket and smiles at 'Rhino' and Frank. He then looks up at Ron and Ron says, "Sniff them, buddy."

Rufus clambers down Ron's leg and up Frank's leg. He then takes a whiff while Bonnie and Kim look on in disbelief.

Incredulous, Bonnie asks, "Why would Rufus sniff them to see if they're on the level?"

Kim picks on it and says, "When a person is acting or nervous, they sweat. Rufus' nose is so sensitive, he can literally sniff out the truth."

Bonnie grins and then frowns, saying, "I don't know if it would qualify as cool or gross."

'Rhino' says, "Both have my vote." They look and see 'Rhino' shaking, looking like he's going to start laughing.

Kim's Kimmunicator goes off and she brings it up, saying, "Go Wade."

Wade replies, "Kim, where are you? You should have started on your mission already."

Kim looks at Wade, then the two men with her and says, "We're on our way now, Wade. And we're taking some backup with us." She switches off the device, not knowing it's Drakken in disguise.