Kim Possible and Street Hawk: Confrontation p 15
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Aviarius' Cave and Thunderbirds Land
Deep within the bowels of the cave, Aviarius and Zoey are getting slightly acquainted with each other. Problem is however, Zoey does not like his definition of getting acquainted. She repeatedly kicks him again and again as he gets too close to her. Finally giving up, Aviarius decides to warm up the earthquake machine in order to destroy the cave's entrance.
While he prepares the machine, Zoey examines it and scoffs, saying, "I've seen machinery that is more impressive than this slag heap. Where did you get the designs from? 'Loony Villains Digest'? If so, then I pity you. Not!" She then lets out a peal of crazed laughter until she feels Aviarius punch her in the jaw.
"I am not loony! Villain yes, loony no. And this machine is no slag heap. It was created by the late Dr. Drakken a long time ago. He had intended to use it to simulate earthquake conditions before he went totally off his rocker!" He then lets out another crazed guffaw as Zoey rolls her eyes, listening to the bird-brain rant and rave.
As he rants, Aviarius throws a switch that starts the intense rumbling long associated with earthquakes. Inside the cave is still, but outside is a whole other story. Street Hawk struggles to maintain control as he rolls along the roadway heading for his area, James' car right behind him. Behind the visor, Ron's eyes narrow as he watches the scene around him, hills starting to collapse, animals fleeing from danger, the whole nine yards.
He then finds the earthquake tremors to be strongest in this area, having noticed a massive crack appear in the ground in front of him. Without another thought, Ron activates the vertical lift and jumps across the crack, touching down safely on the other side. Once he comes to a stop, Ron calls in to the others.
"Street Hawk to Sand Hawk and War Bird. I think I have a lead as to the bird-brain's location. Key on my signal if you please."
"Sand Hawk here, I felt some tremors. But they were light. How heavy are yours?"
"Very heavy, honey. So heavy, there is a massive crack in the ground that I had to jump across. You may have to be flown in by War Bird."
"War Bird here. Roger that. We'll pick up Sand Hawk and bring her air express to you. Then we'll be able to start this party properly." Bonnie's voice came through, her barracuda smile evident in her tone.
Street Hawk nods and says, "Message received. In the meantime, I'll try to get some bearings here. All this shaking is making me feel like a frickin' milkshake! I'm going to try using vertical lift so I can get a good look at the area." He then calls in to Norman to see about doing a vertical maneuver that doesn't require the cycle being in motion other than up.
Surprisingly enough, Norman retained another trick from Jesse's book. By jamming the air foils and hitting the vertical lift, he can make the cycle jump up into the air and turning the wheel allows the cycle to turn so he wouldn't have to wheel it around. He then explains.
"During a case, Jesse used this maneuver to track some jerk that stole a valuable race horse. He called it a 'cookie'. Don't ask me where that name came from, because I don't really know myself."
Ron merely chuckles and follows Norman's instructions, allowing him to do his first 'cookie'. As he turns, he notices a cave being obscured by the tremors and nods. He then says, "Norman, I think I found the cave. It's northwest of my position, about two miles away. Have the others meet me there, if you please."
"You got it, Ron. Sand Hawk and War Bird, head to Street Hawk's position. He's got a solid bead on the location. Approach with caution. No telling how affected the area is. It's two miles northwest of his current location."
"Copy that, Norman," Kim replied.
"Roger that," Bonnie replied. At that, the remaining vehicles of Team Hawk start making their way to Ron's position and, hopefully, a living hostage to rescue.
Meanwhile, Fiske had stopped James' car and started walking away from it upon feeling the tremors. He had then spotted the massive crack and then the strangest sight. A motorcycle jumping up into the air and twirling around like a helicopter. He then sees another set of vehicles approaching. One carrying the other, both fully armed and dangerous, ready for action.
He then sees Street Hawk touch down on the ground and start making his way to the cave that he had spotted. Fiske follows as much as possible without giving himself away. As he follows, he thinks about the circumstances that his brother had died in. Gunshot to the head, thrown into a cage and buried within the cave in Japan. He then resolves to ignore his journey to learn the truth, instead choosing to assist in recovering his daughter. No matter what.
In the sky above, Monique and Scott are preparing to operate the Mole for it's mission. As they prep, Monique shakes the horrifying images out of her head regarding her most recent rescue mission. Scott sees this and nods, letting her know that it's natural to have such images in mind, even after a shocking event like what she had experienced.
Scott then clears his throat and says, "Monique, there's something I'd like to discuss with you when this is all over."
Monique smiles and replies, "If it's good enough, I can hold out for that long. I just hope I don't lose anyone this time around."
Scott grins and says, "Let that be what drives you. Proceed with the rescue expecting to save everyone. But, be prepared to be let down in case something goes south. Live like it's your finest hour and humanity's as well."
Monique's grin fades as she remembers the stark reality and nods, resolving to save as many lives as she can. They then hear Gordon's voice over the line. "Coming up on rescue site. Armed vehicles and civilian vehicle are present. Armed vehicles appear to be Team Hawk's while civilian vehicle has yet to be identified. Shots fired! Shots fired! Armed vehicles are engaging hostile parties. Gonna have to set down ten miles out and sneak into the basement that way."
Scott replies, "F.A.B." With that, the Thunderbirds set down about ten miles away from the scene and Monique and Scott rush out of Thunderbird 1, running all the way to Thunderbird 2.