Kim Possible and Street Hawk go to The District p 4

Disclaimer: I do not own Kim Possible, Street Hawk or The District. Wish I did though.

Visiting With the Actors and Departure

Back in Middleton, Ron decides it's time to drop by a previous client of the Sunshine Spreaders. The one that helped him define a hero and also learned that his lifestyle was that of a television character. Timothy North, the actor from the defunct series "The Fearless Ferret". Ron and Kim load their luggage into their Expedition, strap the triplets into their car seats and drive to Timothy's mansion.

Upon arrival, Kim asks, "Are you sure about this, Ron? He may not remember us. After all, it's been a while since we helped him."

"Ah, no sweat, KP. I'm sure Mr. North would recognize us and he may even be happy that we had gotten married." Dubious, Kim shrugs as the couple unstrap the car seats and bring them up the steps. Ron, with his cane and doing his limp, walks gingerly up the walk with Julie in hand. When he gets to the door, he waits for Kim and rings the doorbell when she gets near.

Two men come to the door and one of them opens it. Rudolph Farnsworth smiles as he recognizes Ron and Kim, only to have his jaw drop when he sees the triplets. Timothy North examines Ron's face and recognizes it.

"Ronald Stoppable, nice to see you again, my young friend. Kimberly Possible, how nice to see you again, dear girl. And you have children with you. I guess the reports about you were spot on after all. Rudolph and I received your invitations, but we couldn't come. After all, you helping us realize that our television lives weren't real allowed us to go around the country, giving interviews and all."

Rudolph jumps in and says, "Since you had gotten hurt, a new hero has taken over. The world needs heroes, more now than ever. In any case, you both look fit and healthy. I can't imagine a finer couple than you two. Matter of fact, you two look very good together." He then looks at the triplets and asks, "What are their names?"

Ron beams with pride and replies, "This is Julie and the boys are Andrew and Edward. The only way to tell them apart is the eyes. Andrew has green eyes while Edward has brown. In any case, Kim and I are on the way to Washington D.C. and we're taking the triplets with us. It'll be good to see the Nation's Capitol, even though we've been there countless times. We're going there for a friend of ours. No more, no less."

Timothy nods and says, "Ron, I have a belated wedding present for you both. Where's Rufus? I'm sure he'd like this present as well." At the mention of his name, Rufus pops out of Ron's pocket and waves hello at the former actor. Timothy waves right back and beckons them inside. They follow him to a table that the two teens are long familiar with. Timothy then says, "Ron, if you'll do the honors."

Ron nods, flips the head up and twists a dial located within the base of the neck, opening up a wall with poles. Timothy looks at Rudolph and says, "We'll be back in short order. I don't think the Stoppables would mind you watching their children." Rudolph looks at them with a warm smile on his face and Kim returns the smile with a nod. At that, the former actor and the two teens go down the poles, with Ron unable to keep his leg stiff to prevent falling down.

Kim notices this and asks, "I don't suppose you have an elevator in here, do you?"

"No, I don't. But it would be nice to have one though. Why do you ask?"

Ron replies, "Oh, no reason in particular. Just out of curiosity. After all, since I got hurt, I have to keep my leg stiff. That's why I haven't been able to go crime-fighting with Kim or be the Mad Dog."

"Oh really? Then why is your leg bent the correct way for going down the pole? I saw you bend your leg as you were descending down the pole." He then chuckles and adds, "Even though it's just suspicion, I'm glad you came by, Street Hawk. You and Kim have done well together in the past. No reason why you can't do the same this day and age. So therefore, your wedding present." He sweeps his arms to a large glass case and asks, "Remember these?"

Kim smiles and replies, "I sure do, Mr. North. The costumes from your old show. Mr. Farnsworth's as well. I gather the door to the cave is still intact. Otherwise we wouldn't be able to get it out of here."

Timothy chuckles and says, "That's because it's not leaving here. You see, this case is only part of it. The mansion, the Ferret Hole setup and everything here. I'm leaving it to you two. It's in case you need to lie low somewhere and you have nowhere else to turn. After all, once a hero always a hero. Whether real or not. Always remember that my young friends."

Ron smiles, only for it to turn into a frown, asking, "Where are you going to live, Mr. North? I can't possibly accept this. It's too extravagant."

"Worry not, my young friend. My time here grows short. After all, old age does catch up to us all." He then wraps Ron in a hug and says, "Thanks for giving me some Ron-shine in my life, Ron Stoppable. And thank you, Kim, for helping me see that life is not a television series."

Kim, tearing up, wraps Timothy in a hug and then hears Timothy say, "You may not have worn it, but you are Ferret Girl in every aspect. Take good care of each other, okay?" Both teens nod and take some time to collect themselves. Rufus, clearly overcome, tries to help them but without much luck.

Timothy sighs and says, "You may be young adults, but you're still human beings. To deny our emotions is to deny what makes us human." At that, the teens sigh and nod, giving Timothy a hug at the same time, with Rufus stroking Timothy's face with his paw.

Fifteen minutes later, the four go back upstairs and see Rudolph cooing and babbling nonsense at the triplets. Kim nudges Ron and says, "Looks like our kids have gotten their shiny personalities from you, honey." Ron nods in agreement and wraps Kim in his arms from behind, watching a grown man make a fool of himself. Both teens are then amazed when they see Timothy get in on the act.

Timothy sees their eyes wide open and cracks, "What can I say? Life's short enough as it is. What's a little nonsense for two old men such as us?"

Kim nudges Ron again saying, "Looks like they've overdosed on Ron-shine. They're acting just like you. I just hope they don't start eating like you do."

Ron, in mock anger, says, "If they do, it'll be the finest time in their lives. Just like this." Without warning, he launches a tickle attack on Kim's abdomen. Kim, screeching in laughter, tries to tickle Ron right back, but can't get a good grip on him. When the tickling tapers off, both teens see Timothy and Rudolph with smiles on their faces and holding the car seats up.

Kim looks at her watch and says, "Look at the time. It sure flies when you're having fun. Hope to see you again Mr. North, Mr. Farnsworth."

Rudolph smiles and replies, in his White Stripe voice, "I hope so as well, Fearless Ferret, Ferret Girl and Wonder Weasel. I hope so as well." He then wraps them both in a gentle hug and adds, "If we don't, it was nice seeing you three again, along with the next generation."

With that, Kim, Ron and Rufus exit the house and return to their Expedition, strap the triplets down and drive away from the old mansion. Timothy and Rudolph watch them from the window and Rudolph says, "I just can't believe our delusions brought those two closer together. Among other things, of course." Timothy nods in agreement as the two former actors return to what they were doing before. Watching reruns from 'The Fearless Ferret' and generally having a good time of it, even laughing at the bits of comedy in there.

Timothy, through his laughter, says, "Those were the days, weren't they, Rudolph?" Rudolph can only nod his head in agreement as he laughs himself silly. Within twenty minutes, the two old men had literally laughed themselves to death.

On the road, Kim and Ron make their way to Washington, D.C., unaware of the fate of the former actors. Ron takes the first shift behind the wheel, resolving to stop only for fuel and restroom breaks. During a lull in traffic, Ron sneaks a glance over at his wife, smiles and thinks, 'She looks so peaceful when she's asleep. I'm so the luckiest guy on the planet. At least Monkey is in Prison now.'

He then thinks back to the trial for Josh Mankey. His involvement with the Hood and the other criminals was reason enough for being thrown in Jail. When it came to his assault of Joss Possible during the crisis, the Possible clan looked ready to chew him up and spit him out. Joss even gave her statement to the Court, stating that if he was ever released, he would be roped and branded for sure. Particularly on a very sensitive part on his body. The Jury took it to heart and sentenced him to seventy-five years, with no chance for early parole. The people in the Courtroom cheered, but none were as loud as the Possibles and Stoppables.

Ron blinks his eyes and checks the fuel gauge, pleased that they are at ¾ of a tank, sufficient fuel until they get to the point of having to refuel. He then returns his attention to the road ahead and drives through the night. When it gets to 7:00 am, he nudges Kim awake and pulls into a fuel station, as they were at ¼ of a tank. Once they are stopped at a pump, Ron leans over and gives her a kiss on her lips.

Kim opens her green eyes and smiles warmly at Ron, saying, "I love your idea of wakeup calls, Ron. They're so romantic." She then wraps her arms around him and whispers, "Here's my idea of a night-time call." The couple press into each other, full French kiss, causing Ron to nearly lose his inhibitions. But he manages to recover just in time. They both then exchange a quick kiss before Ron exits the vehicle and goes to a pump while Kim switches seats, knowing that Ron is bound to be exhausted from his long drive behind the wheel.

Kim switches on the radio and is shocked to hear the latest in entertainment news.

"Early this morning, actors Timothy North and Rudolph Farnsworth were found dead in Mr. North's mansion. North and Farnsworth were often seen at 'Fearless Ferret' conventions. Mr. North, as you recall, lived as a recluse in his mansion in Middleton, Colorado, as did Farnsworth. It is speculated that North and Farnsworth had laughed themselves to death. A sad day for the entertainment community."

Kim turns off the radio, tears falling from her eyes. Ron returns to the Expedition, sees Kim's face and asks, "What's wrong, KP? You look like you just lost a friend."

Kim nods and says, "Mr. North and Mr. Farnsworth, they've passed away. Apparently they laughed themselves to death."

Ron strokes Kim's cheek and says, "We'll get through this, Kim. After all, together, we can do anything. Even getting through a sad fact of life like this. When we get back home, we'll pay our respects to them." Kim nods and gets an urge to go to the restroom. She excuses herself and takes care of business.

When she's done, she thinks, 'I'm lucky to have Ron in my life. He's kind, sweet and funny in his own special way. Despite all that life has thrown him, he never lost his faith. I'm proud to have him as my husband. I shudder to think what I'd do without him.' At that, Kim goes back out to the Expedition, sees Ron fast asleep along with the triplets, softly giggles at the sight and starts her driving shift.