Where Is She?

Bugs got off the highway, and onto the road that led to his house. Everything looked the same, his borrow was still there. It seemed as though everything that had happened was just a dream, some sort of an illusion. It was a joke…some candid camera crap…dere's no way any of dat was true. He walked towards the door, but the door was somewhat different. Bugs tried his key, but it wouldn't go in. He then knocked the door. He heard footsteps and the clinking of a door lock. It opened and a mole looked up at him.

"Can I help you sir?" said the mole

"I…" muttered Bugs in shock

"Dear? Who's at the door?" asked a female voice from within

"A rabbit," answered the mole

A female mole appeared at the door.

"Are you looking for someone?" she asked

"Is a…um…Lola there?" he said feeling really strange and stupid

"Lola?" the moles looked at each other and nearly laughed. However they tried to hold back their laughter and looked at Bugs.

"I'm sorry young man, but you're looking in the wrong place," answered the female mole

"Try the yellow pages!" laughed the male

The female pushed him and told him to go inside.

"You poor crazed fan, don't mind him. You should go into the city and find information there, alright sweetie? Good luck and goodbye," she said closing the door

Bugs turned back to his car. He couldn't believe what just happened. It seems as though it wasn't a trick. Angel was speaking the truth.

"Dey're…gone," muttered Bugs, "Lola, Sean, Tanya…"

"You don't exist, remember?" said Angel, appearing once again, "You never met Lola, you never got married, you never had Tanya and Sean."

"But…how?"

"You wished this, that's how,"

Bugs sighed disappointedly. He put his hand on his forehead. Dey're gone…The situation was finally sinking in. He then looked up, in realization.

"What did she mean by crazed fan?" he asked

"Huh?" muttered Angel

"Dat lady, she called me a crazed fan,"

"Oh, what else did she say?"

"She said go to da city,"

"I suggest the same,"

"Lola still exists, right? You're not gonna tell me dat me 'not existing' has affected her birth, has it?

"No, of course not," said Angel defensively

"Is she dere, in da city?"

"I believe so,"

Bugs looked towards the city. He then put his head down. Something was pestering him.

"Is…is she happy? Does she…have someone?" asked Bugs hesitantly

"Why don't you go find out for yourself?" he said pulling off another Houdini

After watching Angel disappear, Bugs looked onto the city once more. He took in a deep breath and went to his car. He drove back into the city. Once he was there, he went driving around, searching for her. He figured she would be at any of her favorite places, but when he went there it was all so different. There was no park, no basketball court, and no carrot shop. He kept driving around in hopes of finding something, but he couldn't find a single clue. He was getting discouraged, so he parked the car and stepped out for a breather. So happens that he stopped in front of an electronics store. The television sets that were on display were currently set on the news. The news was airing Daffy's arrest at that moment. Bugs shook his head and looked down at the floor.

"Daffy Duck shows no sign of sanity, and hopes for him to ever become normal are as farfetched as a rabbit making us bust a gut, literally or not. Now on to Mr. K with today's sports," said the female reporter on the desk

"Thank you, Ms. D. Speaking of rabbits we have one making WNBA history…" said the male reporter in the sport's room

Bugs' ears perked up

"Lola Bunny is easily becoming the leading scorer of our local team. It's a good thing the committee made an exception for this little lady, because she sure packs a wallop. Watch some footage of last night's game."

Bugs turned around and saw Lola onscreen. She still looked the same, and certainly had the same skills from before. She was wearing a uniform and playing on the women's team. She was making incredible shots, using her speed and accuracy.

"Being a rabbit, she has more agility than any of the human players; thus giving her an advantage in play. It's clear that the team will need to depend on its MVP to make it into the finals. With those rabbit's feet, they certainly have luck on their side. Now in MLB…"

"Dat's what dey meant!" said Bugs in realization, "My Lola's a pro ball player!"

On the sub captions below the reporter, Bugs noticed that Lola's team was going to have a home game. Bugs jumped into the car and drove to the local stadium. Upon arrival, Bugs saw that the people were leaving the stadium. The game had just ended. However, he discovered the location of the VIP exit where all the reporters were gathering. The team was leaving through there, while signing some autographs and taking photo opportunities. Bugs made his way through the crowd, reaching the velvet rope. He looked around and saw the other team members talking with reporters and fans; until he finally saw her. She was out of her uniform and was wearing a black suit. She was standing next to somebody, while being interviewed by a reporter.

"How do you feel about tonight's victory?" asked the reporter

"Great! The game was just beautiful; we were all just so in sync with each other. It seemed like poetry on the court how we got those passes and made those shots. It was a well-earned victory," said Lola

"You played a great game yourself, being tonight's MVP and all,"

"Yeah, that was me," she chuckled, "I still need to fix that glich in my foul shots, though. But, I do what I can."

"Don't worry, she'll fix that by next game," commented the guy who was standing next to her. Bugs was shocked to see who the guy was.

"No…" whispered Bugs, "it can't be…"

"If my manager says so," said Lola with a small smile

"Ah come on, I'm more than that," he added putting his arm over her shoulder

"Really?" said the intrigued reporter, "can you tell our viewers what you mean?"

"Well…Lola and I, Andy McRabbit, are engaged!" said the white, redheaded rabbit.

Bugs' heart received a terrible blow. He couldn't believe it; he wouldn't believe it.

"Oh congratulations!" said the reporter

"Thanks," said Lola

Bugs clenched his fists. He turned away and left the crowd.

This Romeo was bleeding,

But you can't see his blood

It's nothing but some feelings,

That this old dog's kicked up

From the dark clouds looming above, the rain began to pour. The crowd was getting soaked and they hurried out of there. Lola and Andy went towards their limo and got inside. Crazy fans were still screaming even when the limo left. Little did the passengers know that there was someone following them.

It's been raining since you left me,

Now I'm drowning in the flood.

You see I've always been a fighter,

But without you I give up.

The limo drove into the forest, going in deep until in a clearing, they arrived at this large mansion. It had a mix of glass and metal in the façades. It was of a very sleek and modern design. The limo parked at the front door. Lola and Andy rushed inside. The car following the limo was hidden among the trees; the driver had gotten out and sneaked by the guard. The spy, whom was a heartbroken Bugs Bunny, reached the window and peered inside; he saw Lola and Andy at the front door. He focused on them, ignoring the cold hard rain drenching his fur.

"I love the rain!" said Lola with a smile as she shook her hair

"I hate the rain…" muttered Andy

"But it's so relaxing!" Lola defended

Andy looked at her with a serious face. Lola stopped and looked back.

"No time for games, Lo. You have to practice,"

"What? Now? But I just had a game!" she objected

"It's the perfect time to practice! You have the game fresh in your head so now you can work on your mistakes. You fucked up your foul shot,"

"Yeah, don't remind me dammit…" she muttered

"What was that?"

"Nothing," she said turning away

Andy sighed and shook his head. He grabbed her by her arm. He forcefully pulled her towards him, and held her in his arms. He gave her a quick kiss on the lips. She didn't do anything, except wait for an explanation.

"Look, Lola, you know you have to practice. I just want what's best for you, and your career. I'm not just your fiancée, but your manager as well. And as manager I have certain obligations," he said in his sweet voice, "I can't let my feelings interfere with my business."

"Like you are now?" she said with a smirk

"Yeah…" he kissed her again.

Bugs gritted his teeth when he saw him kissing her. But he did the best he could to prevent himself from revealing his location. Bugs could only guess what he was telling her, he couldn't hear a word they said due to the glass and the sound of the rain. Andy finally released his assertive kiss.

I can sing a love song

Like the way it's meant to be

Well I guess I'm not that good anymore

But baby that's just me

"Oh, Lola," he said holding her close up to him, "there's nothing more that I want beside to take you upstairs and take advantage of you."

He felt all over her body. He pushed her forcefully against a wall and trapped her by holding her wrists against it, she gasped and had a slightly disturbed look on her face. Overcome by lust, he kissed her and kept thrusting himself onto her. Lola resisted a little at first but eventually gave in and let him do what he pleased. Bugs' jealousy was fuming.

"But I have to be professional, at least for tonight," continued Andy after finally releasing her from his amorous trap

Lola smiled a little and looked at him.

"Some will power…" cocking an eyebrow

He gave her a wicked smile.

"Yeah, but we never get to have any fun," said Lola, "I always have to practice, practice, practice…"

"I have to work too you know," he said finally becoming serious

"What? Now?"

"I have to go to the office and deal with some paperwork,"

"Can't that wait till tomorrow? Can't you stay with me?"

"Nope, sorry. You know I can't play. Besides, you're the one who needs practice, not me. Remember, practice…"

"…makes perfect," continued Lola almost automatically

"You're perfect," he said embracing her tightly and asserting another kiss. He squeazed her ass before finally letting go of the kiss. She didn't look too happy about that grab, but he hardly noticed.

"Bye, Lola," he said leaving her side and going to the limo outside, leaving her all alone in the large empty mansion.

"I hate it when he does that crap," she said walking away, rubbing her butt where he had his hold on her. She went away into a hallway that led to who knows where.

Bugs hid in the shadows and shot an evil glare as he saw Andy go off in the limo. "Get away from her, you jackass," he thought. But he looked back inside and got a good look at the very expensive looking mansion. Bugs sighed. Angel appeared beside him.

"It seems that her life is fine without me…" muttered Bugs as he leaned his head on the glass

"But?" inquired Angel

"I…" he hesitated

"Why don't you find out?" he said disappearing once more

Bugs was still doubtful, so he decided to take Angel's advice. Now the task was to find Lola and somehow talk to her. He sneaked by the window, trying to see where she went off to. He looked inside, but all the rooms were dark. He followed along the wall until he noticed an extension of the building. It seemed to be a mini gymnasium. Inside there was a full size basketball court. Near the walls he saw some weight training equipment like the bench press and some free weights. There was a doorway he saw which he assumed to have led to the mansion. A door to the outside was just a few feet away from where he was. There was another doorway that must have been another room. There was a light coming from that particular room. He then saw Lola come out of there, adjusting her tank top. She had changed out of her suit and into her usual clothes. She dribbled the ball slowly as she walked towards the foul shot line. She held the ball, then looked at the basket. She attempted a shot, and it rolled around the rim and slid off. She groaned. She rebounded the ball then tried again, it was a clean shot. She tried again and another clean shot.

I will love you baby, always

And I'll be there,

Forever there baby, always

I'll be there till the stars don't shine,

When the heavens burst,

And the words don't rhyme,

And when I die you'll be on my mind and I love you, always

Bugs was debating whether he should go talk to her or not. He didn't know how to start. He didn't want to freak her out by coming off as some kind of a stalker. How was he going to talk to her without her calling the cops on him? At that moment, he felt someone towering over him. Bugs turned back and saw the guard, Foghorn Leghorn.

"I say, I say how did you get in here, past me that is? I say, get out of here you perv, eh stalker that is!" he said grabbing Bugs by his neck

"F….ogh…orn!" struggled Bugs to say

"I say, I say, speak up boy!"

"Fog…horn!" said Bugs louder

"This boy is about as smart as a sack of wet mice…"

Bugs didn't want to hurt Foghorn, but Bugs was getting frustrated, and suffocated. Just then, Lola burst through the door.

"Foghorn! What are you doing!" demanded Lola

"You see ma'm, this rabbit, bunny that is, is sneaking around here. I was just taking him off the estate, kicking him out that is!"

"Let him breathe!" she commanded

Foghorn released his grip, and Bugs was left gasping and coughing on the ground.

"Thanks…" muttered Bugs

"What are you doing here, I say, what are you doing here?" demanded Foghorn

"I was…looking for Lola," he answered

"You shouldn't be in here, I say!" said Foghorn becoming aggressive

Lola stood in front of him and stopped him.

"Foggy, you know as well as I do that we can't take that sort of action. Let's let him explain," she said turning around and folding her arms.

"You don't remember me?" said Bugs, "it's me, Bugs."

"Bugs?" she said puzzled

"Yeah, Bugs from the old gang…" said Bugs hopefully

"From the gang? Really?" she said still a little confused

"Yeah," said Bugs playing along

"Were you the one who never took off his helmet?"

"Yeah, that was me,"

"Oh wow! It's great to see you, finally!" she said with a smile, welcoming and a tad puzzled

"If you're a friend, acquaintance that is…why did you sneak past me, all uninvited and unnoticed?"

"You were asleep and I didn't want to wake you. I came to the front door, but the lights were off. But I noticed the lights on here so I came to see,"

"For shame, falling asleep on the job," said Lola putting her hands on her hips and gave a scolding look

"But…I…I say…"

Lola shook her head. Foghorn walked away, not before giving Bugs an evil glare.

"Come in, don't stand out here in the cold," said Lola inviting Bugs in.

Bugs followed her into the gym. She handed him a clean towel to dry his ears off. He thanked her and he squeezed dried his ears. Lola then invited him to sit at a bench, beside her.

"Sorry that I didn't recognize you right away," said Lola

"It's alright, not many has seen me without my helmet," said Bugs

"But your voice is a little different from what I remember…"

"Eh…you haven't changed a bit," said Bugs quickly

"How did you find me?"

"The old gang sends me e-mails and stuff,"

"E-mails?"

"Oh shit," thought Bugs, "Don't tell me that the internet doesn't exist either!"

"I'm surprised you guys kept a 'network' of e-mails going, you guys weren't exactly technologically adept," said Lola

"Phew!" thought Bugs

"So, what brings you here?" she asked

"I was in town and I just wanted to say hi to the old gang,"

"On a road trip, huh? Sounds like fun,"

"Yeah, one HELL of a road trip,"

"So, who have you seen?"

"This is my first stop, actually,"

"Sorry, but you just missed Andy,"

"It's ok,"

"He'll be so glad to see you; he's been under stress lately,"

"Don't tell him I'm here. I'll get him later…I want to surprise him,"

"My lips are sealed," she gestured with her hands

"So, what's up, Lo?" he said quickly, wanting to get the conversation going in a different direction, particularly away from Andy

"Oh, nothing much; Just trying to win the play offs,"

"I heard you were doing really good,"

"Yeah…" she said scratching her head

"You've always been good,"

"Thanks,"

There was a bit of silence between them; an awkward one at that.

"Nice place you got here," said Bugs breaking the silence

"It's alright," she responded

"You've done pretty well for yourself,"

"I try,"

"You've done good,"

"Thanks"

There was more awkward silence.

"Have you heard about the news?" said Lola breaking the silence

"…About you and Andy, I have. hesitated Bugs

"Thanks,"

"How do you feel about it?"

"Me? I…I'm ok. A little nervous and scared, though,"

"Why? Anything wrong?"

"No. It's just that…it's all just so much. There are so many things I have to worry about. And Andy is always…putting things off. He never seems to be around to make the plans. In fact, he hardly ever has time to just hang out with me,"

"That sucks," he said with a hint of sarcasm

"Yeah, but he's always there to push me to do my best on the court,"

"Does he push you too much?"

"Sometimes…more often than I'd like…"

"Why don't you tell him?"

She shook her head.

"You know how he is…"

"Unfortunately…"

She giggled a little. He smiled in response. Afterwards she gave a little yawn.

"Man, I'm beat…" she said

"You do look tired,"

"I wonder when this guy is gonna get here…"

"You know what, it's late. You should get some rest. I'll come back tomorrow,"

"You sure? But you went through all this trouble…"

"I don't want to keep you up…" he said rising from the bench

"Alright," she said following suit

"Tomorrow then?" he said taking her hand and kissing it

She smiled and blushed a little.

"Goodnight, Lo," he said

"Goodnight, Bugs," she responded

Bugs turned around and went out the door. He then just realized that it was still raining, he waved Lola goodbye through the window and ran through the rain. Lola laughed at him.

"He's so cute," she smiled, "and such a gentleman."

Bugs ran past, Foggy. Who was asleep at the gate. Bugs made his way back to his hidden car and started the engine.

"Oh, Lola," he said, "you haven't changed a bit."

"Yeah," agreed Angel who appeared in the passenger's seat.

"You've got to stop doing dat," said Bugs

Angel shrugged. Bugs stepped on the gas and drove out of his hiding place. He began to drive into the city aimlessly.

"Well, Lola does seem to be doing just fine without me. She has a huge mansion, a successful career…"

"But is she happy?"

"I…well, it looks that way…"

"But you're not too sure?"

Bugs didn't answer.

"Why don't you make sure?" were the last words he said before disappearing again

bugs figured Angel was right. He was lost in thought, trying to find the right way to ask her.

Bugs snapped out of his trance and looked around; he realized that he was in a neighborhood full of adult nightlife. There were nothing but bars, clubs, and brothels on every block. Bugs parked his car on the corner and was about to head for the bar, when he recognized something. Lola's limo was in the parking lot of one of the cabarets. Bugs eyed it suspiciously and had a closer look. It was indeed the limo, the same one he saw Andy go off in. Bugs decided to go investigate. He disguised himself with a trench coat and hat; he put on shades and entered this particular cabaret.

Once inside, the sounds of drunken men and laughing girls filled the air. The atmosphere was filled with smoke and haze and was of a red ambiance. Some of the girls flirted with Bugs. He neither spoke nor approached them. On the stage, there were some showgirls in their dominatrix suits flaunting their assets on the men. One of them was all over this one guy. She was wearing this translucent skirt which revealed her thong, and a bra that gave her breasts little covering, but a lot of lift. She was sitting on top of this guy, who was none other than Andy, with her legs spread apart. She had her hands fiddling with his tie and going through his shirt, while he basically had his face in her breast. He gave her a full open mouth kiss on the mouth, and grabbed her ass. When he stopped, he pushed her off and got up. He lifted her up onto his shoulder. "You're mine tonight," he said, with drunken determination. He carried her away, but not before grabbing one of the other girls and taking her by the hand, "the more the merrier," he smirked. He took them both upstairs, to a private room. The drunks lifted their glasses in recognition of his display of manliness.

Bugs was heavily disgusted by him. He followed him upstairs. He saw which room he entered. He went to it and barged in. Andy was just undoing his belt when the uninvited visitor came in. Before he could say anything, Bugs strided to him, kicked him in his crotch and punched him across the face. The women screamed in terror. Bugs was out before they even called for help. The two whores saw Andy there unconscious; they took the money left in his wallet and left him there in the room.

Bugs wasn't going to let this filthy, cheating, son-of a-bitch hurt his beloved Lola. Much less let him be with her.

He had to do something….to save her

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