Guten tag! Spap here with her first DoH story! To be honest..I had my doubts about posting this, but anyway..I don't own them. If only. If only. I do have a question though, does anybody know what color Cooter's eyes are? I think they're green. Please correct me if I am wrong. I hope you enjoy..and remember..reviews make me not die.
Although it doesn't look it, its a normal winter afternoon in Hazzard County. If one were to look up, they would spot and alluring sun shining in a cloudless sky, or maybe one would rather take a deep breath of crisp Georgia air is clean. To add to this normal Hazzard day, the General Lee is tearing through the dirt roads with a patrol car nipping at his heels, most likely on some phony speed trap charge.
"Gee Bo...I think your slowing down. Enos has almost got us." The dark haired passenger of the orange car, also known as Luke Duke, said. He turned his body sideways some to face the driver of the car, his cousin, Bo Duke. The blonde didn't give a verbal counter, he only shook his head and gave one of his trademark grins, checking his mirrors to see how close the deputy was to the General.
"You don't know what your sayin' cuz," he replied, "Now hang on!" Within seconds the General was airborne, the notes of Dixie heard by all that was near. Poor old Enos did his best to repeat the General's actions, which only ended up in leaving Hazzard County's oldest virgin and his now wrecked patrol car in the ditch. Bo stopped the car to check on the well-being of one Enos Strate; and after seeing that his friend was unharmed in the accident, put the petal to the floor and returned to the road.
"Lost sheep? This is Bo Peep. You got your ears on?" The CB came to life, and cousin Daisy's sweet voice was heard by both Duke boys. Luke picked up the mircrophone and replied. Bo stole the occasional glance at his cousin as he drove, wondering if Boss Hogg was planning some new scheme or if his cousin was in trouble. Daisy was working today, and she only CB'ed them on the clock unless it was an emergency
"This heres Luke speaking. What can we do for you Daisy?" Luke replied, concerned as well. He and Bo were on the same thought pattern. Bo slowed the General a liitle and turned on the dirt road they were driving, ready to head towards the Boars Nest if need be.
"Well boys, I'm getting off early today and I need a ride-" Both boys heaved a sigh of relief, but then turned to look at each other. Hadn't Daisy driven to work?
"Say no more. We're on our way." Luke said. He nodded to Bo and the blonde picked speed back up in the General and headed towards the Boars Nest. In minutes they could both see their cute cousin standing out in the lot in front of Boars Nest, dressed in a purple top, and a pair of matching shorts. Bo brought the car to a screeching halt only inches from Daisy. The brown-haired waitress didn't even flinch, so was used to her cousins driving by now.
"So Boss Hogg let you off early, huh? Wonder what happened now to make him do that." Bo asked as he slid out of the window and planted his feet on the ground. Luke did the same, and as he put his hands in his jeans pockets, he looked around.
"Yea, I know..but some business lookin' fella came in, asked for Boss and ten minutes later, I was told to take the rest of the day off." Daisy expained. She looked at the eldest cousin and tilted her head to the side a little. "Luke, whats wrong?"
Luke frowned and turned to Bo and Daisy, "I don't see Dixie." Bo looked around and nodded in agreement, but Daisy only raised her hand up and shook her head.
"Don't worry about that. Her brakes were acting up so I called Cooter and he gave her a tow. Told me to pick her up this afternoon." Luke sighed and rubbed his temples while Bo clapped his hands together and grinned, getting both of his cousins attention.
"Well then, I think we owe our mechanic friend a visit, don't we?" the blonde said as he helped his older cousin slide into the General. Luke nodded and climbed into the car as well. Bo hit the flag on the hood of the car and chuckled some before he slipped into the window and started the engine, their destination the Hazzard Garage. It took a little longer than the ride to the Boars Nest, but soon the Dukes were parking the General Lee infront of the rundown building, getting out, and approaching their grease covered friend.
"Hey Luke! What say, Bo?" Hazzard Countys best (and only) mechanic, Cooter Davenport called from under the hood of an old Sedan. He stood upright and wiped the grease from his hands with the rag from his back pocket. "And hello Miss Daisy," He tipped his worn hat and grinned, the turned and pointed towards the side of the garage.
"Your jeep is all ready to go." Daisy smiled, took her keys back from Cooter, and climbed into Dixie. She started the engine and pulled the jeep up to the three men standing at the garage. Giving the mechanic a smile, and telling her cousins to be home by dinner, she sped off toward the Duke farm to finish up her chores and start supper.
"Ya know, If Daisy keeps driving like that, Cooters going to havta fix those brakes every week." Bo snickered, patting Luke in the shoulder and pushing him towards the General Lee. Luke gave a small smile and nodded. "Yea, I guess...but your one to talk." Bo blinked a couple of times and shook his head, trying to deny that his driving was what got the General an overnight stay at Cooters most of the time.
"Well, I guess we've gotta head for the farm. I am gettin' kinda hungry." Bo muttered and climbed into the passenger seat of the orange car. As Luke slid in front of the wheel, he gave a wave to Cooter and called out thanks to him. The mechanic waved his hand in Lukes direction not really hearing what the younger man had said, his attention was already fixed on the Sedan from earlier. Luke only shook head and turned on the engine, taking the General in the same path as Daisy had taken.
If there was one thing that grated at Boss Hogg's nerves, it was being interrupted while he was eating, but since Boss Hoggs always eating, then his nerves are always being rattled. Usually by one Rosco P. Coltrane, the most dimwitted sherriff in Georgia. Today it was different. A knock at the door was what brought his attention from his meal. Rosco never knocked.
"Come in." He mumbled through mouthfuls of pork and rice. After a moments pause, a lanky man walked into his office. Boss could tell at first glance that this man was no country bumpkin. His posture was perfect, just like his well-tailor suit and over polished shoes. The man tipped his expensive-looking hat towards the fat man in white.
"Hello, sir. My name is J.D. Hogg, Commissioner of Hazzard County. How can I help you?" Boss introduced himself, reaching out a pudgy hand and giving the other mans hand a good shake. With looks like the man had, Boss knew that one thing came with his type. The one thing he loved more than food, life, and his fat spouse Lulu. Money. The man gave Boss an odd grin and nodded.
"Good day, Mr. Hogg. My name is William Broncz of-"
"Broncz shopping center?" Boss interupted, eyes wide. He had heard of the Broncz shopping centers, stationed in small towns. It brought it alot of revenue for both Mr. Broncz and the county. Boss finally let go of the mans hand. "So what brings you here Mr..uh..um..." Boss squinted, trying to remember the mans name.
"Broncz." he said, clearing his throat and straightening his tie. Boss chuckled and sat back down, directing Broncz to have a seat in the chair closest to him. "Well, Mr. Hogg, I was hoping to put one of my centers in your county. I will give you thirty percent of all profits made, or course," That made Boss smile, money was on its merry way, and Broncz continued, "I found this nice piece of land, about twenty miles from here, off Old Mill Pond-"
"The Duke farm." Boss interrupted again. Broncz gave a nod. Boss gulped down another mouthful of rice, then shook his head. He knew from personal experience how much of a hassle it was to get Duke land. After many years of trying, he had never succeeded once. Boss had come extremely close to, but never the hundred percent.
"Well, Mr...uh...well, your going to have a hard time with that. I've tried to get that land many times myself. Its impossible." Boss said, still shaking his chrome dome. He shoveled in some more mouthfuls of porks and grunted, taking a swig of watered down beer. Broncz cleared his throat and straightened his tie once more, then grinned like a cheshire cat.
"Well, Mr. Hogg, you must have not used the right methods of persuasion." With that, William Broncz turned on his heels and exited Boss' office. He returned to his car, which was parked behind the Boars Nest. He told his driver to head for the farm on Old Mill Pond road. William Broncz had business to do.
"Bo, if you would get your hands off the food, I'll say grace and we'll all be able to eat." Jesse Duke, the head of the Duke clan, scolded his youngest as he gave the blond a glare that would send a coyote running with its tail tucked. Bo retreated under his uncles stare and Jesse began saying prayers over the meal. He was only halfway through his grace when a knock at the screen door brought everyones attention away from the food, even Bo's. Jesse heaved a sigh and opened the door.
In walked William Broncz, straightening his tie once more. It was a habit he had picked up over the years, mostly to get his nerves calmed. He looked around at the house. Nothing really special, a basic kitchen and a living room with worn down furniture. Broncz then looked at the family that was sitting over a simple meal. Shaking his head, Broncz turned his attention to Jesse Duke, and held out a hand for the older man to shake.
"Good evening, Mr. Duke. My name is William Broncz of Broncz Shopping Centers." He gave a smile, the one a snake gives a mouse right before it strikes. Jesse gave a shrug of his shoulders and took the mans hand, giving it a good shake. He was always wary of people who dressed city-like, and the way this man acting only made his caution rise, but he knew it better than to judge a person before you fully knew them.
"Well, Mr. Broncz. What brings you to our home?" Jesse replied, giving a smile of his own. A smile that could only belong to a truly content man. Broncz took his hand back and looked around the house, still not impresssed.
"Mr. Duke, I don't want to waste any time here. I am willing to pay 75,000 dollars for this land." Broncz said nearly one breath. Bo, Luke, and Daisy looked at the man as if he had just grown horns. Jesse only shook his head and replied, "I'm sorry but-"
"10,000"
"Now listen here. This here is Duke land and has been for generations and-"
"150,000"
"Boy! You interupt me one more time and I'm gonna take you over my knee and pound some sense into ya!" Jesse threatened. Broncz faltered some, but soon regained his composure and began his ritual of straightening his tie.
"Mr. Duke, I am willing to pay any price for this land. Any. Just name it." Jesse frowned and pointed to the door. The man just wouldn't listen to him.
"Its not for sale. Now please leave."
"But Mr. Duke-"
"Out!"
The three younger Dukes flinched. They had rarely seen thier Uncle Jesse loose his temper so quickly. Broncz tipped his hat and turned around, opening the door and exiting. William Broncz was truly insulted. Not only had some country goat refused his generous offer, but he had been kicked out of house like a child that had broken the rules. Broncz shook his head and slid into the backseat of his car. After he closed the door, he nodded towards his driver.
"Once you drop me off at the Hotel, get a hold of Caleb and Larry. Tell them I have a job for them."
Well..thats chaper one! Like it? Love it? Please tell me. Updates for this story might take some time, school has just started and I am in three afterschool clubs. I also want to thank Elenhin, vinsmouse, and Dixie Darlin. Your stories are what got me hooked on Dukes fanfiction. Much love to all, Spap!
