The Big Move
Part 3
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Summary: Despite the surrealness of it all as it reminded him greatly of what Coach Finstock had done with Boyd, Scott was still damned happy about being asked to help out the team he hoped to join next year in their Charity game!
Two weeks after meeting Riley and her friends saw Scott and a somewhat reluctant Cora attending the Charity Lacrosse game that Abigail Adams High was hosting that year. Her and Kira meeting Riley and her friends had gone really well. Even if Cora did think the Brunette was a little too naive and thought the 'Riley Committee' was outright ridiculous. Her and Kira definitely found themselves to be fans of the 'Topanga's' too much to the delight of Topanga herself. Auggie warmed up to Scott rather quickly too after his first visit to the Matthews' apartment. And like Topanga, Cora wasn't a big fan of Ava's cause of her attitude. Kira hadn't been able to come with them to the game because of a family thing and Riley and her friends weren't able to do so either due to homework and the like much to their disappointment. As it would have been nice to see for themselves why Scott loved Lacrosse as much as he did! The idea of showing them a video from Youtube hadn't even occurred to him either. But it had to Zay, Lucas, and Maya with the Blonde Beauty figuring that it was probably best if Riley didn't see anything just yet cause of how violent the game could get.
Knowing she more then likely wouldn't take it too well! But she and the boys were definitely fans of the whole thing however! As the game went on, Scott could definitely see that the team was a well trained one that wasn't divided by ego and the like. Which made him happy to realize that since that had been a problem for him back when he had joined 'First Line'. However, he and Cora, along with various others at the game would receive quite a shock when the 'Adams Mens' team's coach recruited Scott to help the team out in a way that reminded him all too much of Finstock and Boyd! As one of the players had gotten injured and there wasn't any others who could replace him since they were already being used. And the man had seen Scott in the stands and remembered his strong desire for wanting to play. A huge smile could be seen on the young Beta's face while Cora could hardly believe what was going on. The team members themselves were a bit apprehensive about the whole thing since he was virtually an unknown despite some of them talking with him from time to time. Regardless of that, they would give him a chance as they didn't want to screw up their chances by being idiots.
As he played once suiting up, Cora would text everyone she knew of what had happened with a video file being included of him in action. Along with sending others as well. Making for Melissa to be rather surprised but happy to see her son in action. Her family was beyond thrilled too and making vows to be at every game of his for next season. Thanks to the little they'd seen impressing them greatly! Kira was just really happy to see her new friend get to be in his element and strongly wished she could be there! Riley Matthews' reaction was a strong but not terribly surprising one. 'THAT'S LACROSSE!? BUT ITS SO VIOLENT!'
Maya's reaction was a bit smoother then her's as she shuddered from the joy she was feeling after seeing the video. 'I know. Isn't it great?' Asked the Blonde Beauty in return and idly wondering if she herself could get on the team as it looked seriously fun!
Thanks to the Coach for having gotten the bright idea to recruit Scott on a temporary basis until next year, the 'Adams Men' would secure a victory in the end much to the immense happiness of everyone. And it was all thanks to Scott throwing the ball to the team Captain at a perfectly timed moment. Allowing for him to make the final point and securing the victory. "You know, I was a bit hesitant about you joining us, but I'm glad you did, man. We wouldn't have been able to do it without you otherwise. And I for one look forward to havin' you on the team full time next year." George Wyatt, number 22 said as he clapped a still smiling Scott on the shoulder.
"Hell, if it was possible, I'd choose him to replace me as Captain since I won't be here next year." David Berguns said and shocking Scott quite a bit in the process.
"If it gets us wins in every game next year, I'm all for it!" Called out another team member.
"I don't know about him bein' team Captain, but I do know he's got a position with the team next year after that performance." Declared Coach Melbourne with a proud grin on his face as he stood in the doorway of the locker room.
His words making the team cheer loudly while Scott stared in shock at the older man. His shock turned to happiness as he beamed over the news and letting out a loud cheer as well. Later on after getting a shower, Scott and Cora would show up at 'Topanga's'. And interestingly enough, be the reason the members of the team would start visiting the place as well much to Topanga and Katie's happiness! Scott's mom, the Delgado family, Kira and her parents, would also be there as well. "To Scott McCall! Beacon Hills may have lost a great player, but it was for the best. Because we've got him now!" Toasted David Berguns.
The cheering and hugs even making Scott blush some as he wasn't used to being praised so much. Kira and Cora would even kiss him on his cheeks as a victory reward and causing him to blush again. Earning some lighthearted teasing from everybody present. "YOU!" Shouted a female voice all of a sudden.
Making the group turn to the source of it and seeing a very angry Riley Matthews! Along with a grinning Maya Hart. "Jaws, I want in on this Lacrosse thing." Declared the Blonde.
"Me too!" Added in Zay, followed by Lucas.
"I don't, I'm fine with not being hit." Muttered Farkle.
"Your statement has made any concerns I may have had about you joining to evaporate."
Riley however, wasn't paying any attention to what they were saying thanks to her focus being on Scott. "Uh-oh, I know that look. And uhh… Good luck to ya!" Cory Matthews said as he leaned in close to Scott.
He then got slapped in the arm for it by Topanga. Scott frowned as he stepped up to Riley. "Uhh… Something wrong, Riley?"
"YES! How can you play something so violent!? Why not something like Chess!?"
"Because I enjoy Lacrosse more? Honestly, I don't get what the problem is."
"Because you enjoy-!? Are you crazy!? And the problem is that you can break bones playing that! Heck, some did get bones broken!"
Scott sighed while some mutterings about how true that was could be heard. "And that's a risk I'm willing to take, Riley. I love the game like you love Pluto and that's never gonna change."
The passion was loud and clear in his voice and it was enough to deter the young girl at first. But thanks to Lucas picking her up and putting her over his shoulder when she was about to say something, the scene would thankfully end with apologies being made. "HEY! LUCAS! PUT ME DOWN!"
"After we're a good distance from here, I promise."
"NOOO! Words need to be said! Bones need to be saved!" Protested the girl as they made their leave while her friends just shook their heads over it.
A smirking Maya then turned her attention towards a baffled Scott. "I believe you owe me 20 dollars."
Cora snorted in amusement as he looked at the Blonde, remembering quite vividly about the bet the two had made where Riley was concerned. Something Kira had been in disapproval of! "I may never doubt you again." He admitted begrudgingly as he handed over a twenty to the smirking Blonde.
"When it comes to all things Riley, doubting me is the last thing you wanna do, Jaws."
The party resumed while more apologies were made to Scott for how Riley had acted. But he assured them it was okay as he could see why the girl was concerned. And resolved to have a more private conversation about the whole thing later when he was able too.
Author's Notes: Hope folks enjoyed! And considering the 'Other' choice in my poll, would this be something you guys would like to see as a story?
