4 days has pass since I was reunited with my soulmate, Miku. She was really happy to be with back with me too. Though, it was kind of a rough start on the first day of her stay in Dreamland. I had to spend an entire day explaining to Miku of where I... er, WE came from and why we are here in Dreamland to begin with. I was glad that she was understanding and didn't question our secrecy.
Speaking of secrecy, I had to come up with a cover story for Miku when I showed her around Cappy Town. I claimed that she is my sister and that she ended up visiting me after finding out what planet I was on. Everyone was surprised when they met my "sister", but they were welcoming as they went as far as throwing her a welcoming party. Though, being the shy gal that she was, Miku mostly kept to herself and stuck with me throughout the celebration. I however was able to introduce her to some of the Cappy folks I met during my stay.
When I shown her to Tiff and Tuff, I had to explain to my blonde friend of our little secret. While Tiff was happy that Miku came back with me, she was still very worried for her safety. She was right to do so as news of the sudden arrival of my apparent family member has spread all over Cappy Town, but also Castle Dedede. At first, Dedede did plan on getting rid of Miku since he didn't want two of me's running around in his kingdom. However, after seeing how much of a shy and timid girl Miku was, he immediately dropped the idea of her being an apparent threat to his selfish interests. Especially when he made Miku cry when he labeled her, "A scared little blueberry!". Him and Escargoon ended up being thrown all the way back to the castle courtesy of Tornado Kirby. Yeah, back off fatso.
Anyway, as for living conditions, it really wasn't much of a problem. Since I've done a lot of work during my stay here in Cappy Town, I had way more than enough D-Bills to buy new furniture and other supplies to turn the basement under the house into an actual bedroom. I offered Miku that I could stay in the used-to-be basement so that she could have the sunlight and windows on the first floor, but she insisted that she is comfortable sleeping under the house. I still felt a little bad that she won't have any sunlight reach her, so I bought her a cute cat lamp and bunch of rainbow glow-in-the-dark star stickers from Gengu's shop to put all over the walls. She loved the gifts and rewarded me with snuggles that night in her new bedroom, it was nice.
I had thought of training Miku to be a Star Warrior like me, but I dropped the idea. I figured I would let her do her own thing when she figures out what she wants to do. Though, I did found out that she has copy abilities like me after experimenting a bit. Miku wasn't that strong since it was her first time using her ability, but she is trying her best to figure it out. For now however, I just taught her the basics in fighting just in case. I have to keep her safe after all.
Overall, things are starting to come together as I help Miku get more settled in. I plan to share many memories with my other half as she will experience what Dreamland has for her.
It was late morning as me and Miku were walking towards Cappy Town. My soulmate wanted to try out Kawasaki's restaurant for breakfast.
"Is the food good over there?" Miku asks curiously.
"Well..." I started. "It's not the worst, but it's also not the best in my opinion. Kawasaki's cooking is average at best for me. Though, it could be different for you."
When I tried Kawasaki's food before when I was still exploring this place on my first week, many Cappies warned me that the chef's cooking is not worth it. Though, I don't see the big deal. Sure it was bland and had strange aftertastes, but I'm pretty sure they were exaggerating. I wondered why they even bother eating at Kawasaki's restaurant, but later found out that it was the only food establishment in town.
"Hmm... well, I guess you're right." Miku said looking around. "Hey, isn't that the Cappy police you introduced me to at the party the other day?"
I look to were Miku was pointing and saw Chief Bookem. He was currently standing on a platform waving some flags around while blowing his whistle.
"Huh, it is. I wonder what's he doing."
I look to my left to see Gus, Gengu, and two other Cappies standing near the gas station watching the old policeman doing... whatever.
"Let's ask them." I said as we walk over to the staring group. "Morning, gentlemen."
They notice us.
"Oh, morning, Kirby, Miku." Gus greets us. "What brings you here?"
"Well, I was planning on taking Miku to Kawasaki's, but we notice the chief waving some flags around. What's all that about?"
"Oh, he's just directing traffic."
"Ah, I should of figured."
"Though, it seems pretty boring."
"What's so bad about directing traffic?" Gengu questions.
"There are none."
"He does have point." I said. "As far am I'm aware, Mayor Len and King Dedede are the only ones who own vehicles."
"Directing traffic may be dull-" The other random Cappy spoke. "-but Cappy Town needs a reliable cop like the chief."
"That's right." Gus said. "Say all that you want, but Chief Bookem is dependable alright."
Huh, it seems Gus has some respect for the old law bringer. Then again, why shouldn't he. After all, the chief plays an important role as law enforcer.
"Wow, it must be great being a cop." Miku commented.
I look at the chief, though I notice something. He was dozing off as his flagging starts faltering.
'Oh, boy. Sleeping on the job, huh, Chief?'
However, as a musing it is, it is probably not the best time as I see up ahead at both sides of the street were upcoming cars. It was Mayor Len and his wife, Hana driving in their old car. The other is the two infamous goons, King Dedede and Escargoon in their tank. At this view point, they were at a collision course with each other.
"Hey, Chief!" I yelled. "Watch out for-"
CRASH!
It was too late as the two drivers crashed into each other. Mayor Len's car took a bit of damage in the front while Dedede's tank took only a scratch since it was built to withstand tough stuff like this. Though, both drivers and passengers were dazed by the sudden violent stop.
"Aw, I wonder what happened." Gengu said as him and the others gawked at the accident. "Didn't they seen the signals? They must of went 15 miles per hours."
Me and Miku made our way to the scene as other Cappies nearby came around as well. Miku goes over to Mayor Len.
"Mr. Mayor, are you and Hana okay?"
However, the old Cappy ignored her as he gets out of the damaged car and marches over to Dedede clearly miffed.
"Lunatics! This a road, not a bumper car track!"
"It's your fault!" Escargoon denies. "I guess you skipped the Driver's Ed Class where the Kings always get the right-aways."
Dedede springs up. "Just ask the DDDMV!"
Mayor Len was not having it as he goes over to the chief.
"You tell us who's fault it is, Cheif Bookem."
Dedede follows. "And don't cut me some slack because I'm the King, or that I make the laws!"
However, the only response they get from the old policeman was snoring. They were surprise to find Bookem sleeping.
'Who sleeps standing up?' I thought.
Everyone gathered around closer as Chief Bookem suddenly jerks awake.
"Huh? What is everyone doing on the road? You can cause an accident."
"Uh, that's kind of too late for that, my friend." I said pointing at the wreckage.
"Cheif Bookem! You've been snoozing on the job!" Len accused.
The chief only stutters a bit before chuckling sheepishly in embarrassment. King Dedede on the other hand does not find it funny as he growls in anger. He turns around and hops back on his tank with Escargoon before going back to the castle without another word. The Cappies around went back to doing whatever while Gus and Gengu were kind enough to help Len bring his old car to Gus's auto-shop nearby. It was just me and Miku left.
"Come on, Miku." I said turning around. "Let's just go get something to eat."
Miku complies as she comes to my side. Though, I could tell that she was concerned for Chief Bookem. Something like this is going to have consequences for the old Cappy in the future.
Welp, it seems Miku's worry for the Chief Bookem was necessary because not an hour later, rumors have been going around that King Dedede was going to fire the old Cappy. After getting some breakfast ramen from Kawasaki's, me and Miku were planning on going to the beach to collect some seashells when Honey and Spikehead came to us and told us that Tuff called all of us for an emergency meeting. It was us five along with Iro and Tiff. Though, the blonde was merely just reading a book under a shady tree. Right now, Tuff was giving us his pep talk of the current situation.
"We can't let Dedede fire the chief!"
"But the chief fell asleep." Spikehead said.
"Yeah, that's why those cars crashed." Iro added.
Even though I can't see his eyes with his green hair in the way, I can tell Tuff rolled them.
"Please, Chief Bookem is too much of an important guy to stuck to traffic control." He retorts.
"How come, Tuff?" Honey questions.
Tuff smiles. "Cause Chief Bookem was a commando of the Rough Ranger Squad!"
This new information shocked our three Cappy friends. Though, it only confused me and Miku.
"The Rough Ranger Squad?" Miku repeats. "What's that?"
Tuff then explains that he heard this from the chief himself. The RRS is apparently some elite fighting force in the army and that Bookem, along with some of his buddies, have been through so many missions and what not.
"He was a hero." Tuff finishes.
"That can't be true."
We all turn to Tiff as she gives her say.
"What do you know about it? The chief told me himself." Tuff argues.
"I'm reading all about Cappy History and the chief's story doesn't make sense. We never even had a war."
"I'm going to have to agree with Tiff on this one Tuff." I voiced my opinion. "No offense, but I figured Cappies were more of a peaceful race to go on any wars."
'Well, except in the video games since they are one of the many enemies in it.'
"That book's wrong!" Tuff yells.
"Or maybe the chief lied to you." Tiff shrugs.
"Rough Ranger Commandos don't tell lies! My sister doesn't know how the army works."
'And like you know anymore than anyone else, General Tuff?'
"Well, if he is a hero, wouldn't he-"
"Save the chief! No true-blue hero deserve a pink slip! Who's with me?!"
The others gave their own cheers of agreement. Well, except for me and Miku. We kept silent. Though, they all notice as they look at us expecting an answer.
"Look, guys." I spoke. "While it is sad that the chief is going to be fired, he did made a mistake in sleeping on the job. I know it might be a bit much to let him go, but maybe it might be best if he retired."
I notice that Miku didn't support that last part, but remained silent. Tuff however was not having it.
"Fine! We don't need you or Miku's help! We'll save the chief's job ourselves! Come on, guys!"
With that, they went off to do their little mission. Miku turns to me.
"Was it right to no help them save Bookem?"
I sigh. "I know it might seem selfish, Miku, but it is not really our business to interfere with something like this. I might be a Star Warrior, but something like this is out of my jurisdiction."
'At least, that's what I think.'
Miku looks down in thought for a moment before turning around walking off.
"Hey, where are you going?"
"I'm going to go visit Chief Bookem."
With that, Miku continues her way back towards Cappy Town.
Miku's POV
It took me awhile, but I finally found the police station. There I see a bunch of Cappies gathered around trying to look through the window of the building. I frown at the behavior.
'Are they really that nosy?'
I squeeze my way through the crowd and was able to slip in through the double doors. Inside, I see an office desk with a jail cell to the right. There really wasn't much in the room.
"Chief?" I called out.
Soon enough, the police Cappy himself comes through the door across the room. The sudden appearance made the crowd outside take cover for some reason.
"Miku?" Bookem addresses. "What are you doing here?"
"I came here to check up on you. Do you mind if I come in?" I ask nicely.
The chief looks down before sighing. He moves aside giving me room to enter. I comply and go into the room. Inside I see that it was has a much more homey-like atmosphere as there was a TV, a kitchen, a living room, and any other stuff you would find a small home. Though, sitting in the center of the living room on a chair was the chief's wife, Buttercup as I met her the other day. She was currently looking through what looks like an photo album.
"Oh, hello, Miku." Buttercup greets. "What are you doing here?"
"I came to see how are you two are doing. You know, with the whole... situation that is going on out there."
The chief sighs. "They are all waiting for the axe to fall."
"You're still Cappy Town's finest to me." Buttercup spoke.
"Thanks." The old Cappy appreciated that comment.
"You can hold your head high, knowing how well you served Cappy Town for all these years! They can take your badge, but not your spirit!"
That seems to encourage the chief as he straightens up.
"You're right! I'm a cop, and they can't padlock my pride!"
"Right! There's the chief I married!"
I smiled at the scene. Those two seem to always have each other to support one another.
Ring Ring
Just then, their telephone starts ringing. The chief picks it up.
"Cappy Town Police Department." The chief spoke.
Though, I couldn't tell what the person on the other line is saying as all I hear is chatter. Though, from the look on the chief's face, it must be serious.
"Really? I'll be right there!"
The chief hangs up was about to head out, but I stopped him.
"Wait! Chief, what's wrong?"
"There's an emergency at the Mayor's sheep farm. I got to go!"
The chief runs out the room and goes over to a closet in the next. He pulls out a net and leaves post haste. I stood there for a moment before I too run after him. Perhaps I could help him.
After a bit of running, I finally managed to catch up with the chief as we ran to the direction of Mayor's residents. Though, it was then that the chief notices me.
"Miku?! What are you doing here?!" He says as we continue running.
"I wanted to come help you!" I replied.
"This is strictly police business, Miku! You can't be apart of this!"
"I know, but there was another reason why I came to visit you in the first place!"
"Oh, yeah!? Well, make it quick! We are getting close to the crime scene!"
I steel myself as I give my answer.
"I wanted to apply to become a police officer myself!"
That seem to caught the chief by surprise that he skids to a stop. I too stopped running.
"What was that?" He questions.
"I said I wanted to be cop like you." I repeated as I catch my breath.
"Now why would you want to do that?"
"Don't take it the wrong way, but I figured that since King Dedede was going to fire you, I could follow your footstep and uphold the law. I'm not a Star Warrior like my brother, Kirby, but I still want to make a difference for Cappy Town."
The chief ponders over this for a moment. He knows it was only a matter of time until he was given the pink slip. Cappy Town would have no one to look after it if there is now police force standing by. He sure as heck doesn't believe that the King will send anyone in to fix the problem either. So, after thinking for a bit, he speaks.
"So, you want to join the force?" Bookem said with such seriousness and authority that it surprised me.
"Y-Yes." I answered nervously. "I d-do."
"You do know that this kind of work takes true dedication, right?"
I pause for a moment. I have been brought into existence only just a few days ago and I'm only getting used to my surroundings. However, there was something deep down inside me that is wanting to make not only the chief, but everyone around me proud. Including my soulmate, Toby.
"I do."
Bookem looks me over before nodding.
"Very well. I will allow you to help me watch over Cappy Town, but you must undergo a couple of training before I can officially give you the position. For now, you are a Junior Police Cadet in training. You will be under my supervision for evaluation. Do you understand?"
I nod.
"Alright. Now come on! We already wasted enough time as it is!"
With that, we both head over to the location of the reported commotion.
A few minutes later, me and the chief made it to the sheep farm. When we arrived, we see loads of sheeps escaping through a fence that separates them from the main road nearby. Standing panicking at the broken entrance was I think is the Shepard.
"What's the problem here?" Bookem questions.
"My sheeps have broke out somehow! It's a mess." The Shepard said.
"Don't worry! Me and my partner will have then sheep-shaped in no time!"
Before we get to action, the chief turns to me.
"Alright, Miku. This will be your first training. I want to see how you react under pressure."
I nod.
"Okay, let's go!"
Me and the chief went to work and started gathering the lambs. Bookem used the net he brought with him to capture a large portion of the runaway herd. I however had to improvise as a few managed to escape his clutches. I inhaled a leaf and turned into Leaf Miku. Thanks to Toby's training, I was able to use my powers to stop the remaining sheeps from fleeing by making a barrier with my magic leaves. After a while, we gathered all the sheeps and corralled them back into their pen. I kept up the leaf barrier at the escape entrance while the chief and the Shepard were working on fixing the fence.
"If it wasn't for you and Miku, Chief, I would of lost all my lambs." The Shepard thanked.
"We are happy to be of a service to you." Bookem replied. "If any of your inmates get lose again, get on the horn and call Cheif Bookem..."
He looks over to me.
"And my associate, Miku."
I look at the chief with appreciation and excitement. I don't know how much training I will be in, but I feel that I'm getting close to getting the job.
Toby's POV
It has been nearly an hour since I've seen Miku. I was a little worried for her safety, but I figured that she since she is with Chief Bookem, she was in good hands... or stumps. I noticed before that Cappies don't have fingers. Anyway, after hanging out with the Tiff for a while, I decided I would spend the rest of the afternoon helping Chef Kawasaki at his restaurant. Right now, me and my orange friend was just chatting in the kitchen as it was a slow lunch hour today.
"-and then, he just flipped out and straight up closed the restaurant for the rest of the night."
"My, this Gordon Ramsay guy does sound pretty brutal." Kawasaki commented.
"He might be, but the best part about him is that he is very honest. That's why a lot of people like him."
(Disclaimer: I know little about the guy. I've only scene clips of his shows online. This is just a joke. Not a clever one, but whatever.)
Just then, one of the customers near the kitchen entrance spoke.
"Excuse me, could I get some water, please?" The female Cappy with a cap spoke.
I get up from the counter I was sitting on and grabbed a cup from the cabinet.
"Some H20 coming right up." I said as I make my way to the sink.
Though, as I turn the valve, nothing comes out. I raise a brow and turn the valve again. Still, no water is flowing.
"Uh, Kawasaki? Did you pay for your water bill?" I asks as I tap on the faucet.
"Yeah, I did. Why?" He replies.
"Well, for some reason, you water isn't work-"
Flicker Flicker
Before I knew it, flames of all things suddenly just burst from the faucet and nearly sprays all over my face. I yelped as I barely dodge the upcoming kitchen flame thrower. My face was slightly charred.
"What the hell?!" I shouted.
Kawasaki sees this and was about to come help me out when...
"Hey! Where's my crab cakes?" Another customer calls out for his order.
Kawasaki hears this and grabs his frying pan.
"Oh! Coming right up!"
He goes over to the stove and turns it on. Or, tries to as instead of flames rising, it was water jet that came sprouting out of the kitchen applicant. Startled, Kawasaki threw his frying pan into the air and it came right back down hitting him in the head. He collapse onto the ground in a heap. I however voice my opinion on the matter.
"What the hell is going on?!"
After me and Kawasaki recovered from the incident, we called police department for help. Though I was surprised to find out that Miku was with the chief as she was training to become a police officer herself. I got to say, I was glad that she found something that will keep her on her feet. Anyway, after investigating a bit, the chief found the problem. It turns out that someone has switched the gas and water pipes.
"A pyro-aquariax is on the loose." Bookem concluded.
"Find him, Chief Bookem before he starts a red hot crime wave!" Kawasaki demanded.
"Right, Bookem and Cadet Miku is on the job!"
It still feels a bit weird to hear Miku's position title, but I'm still happy for her.
Man, strange things have been going on lately today in Cappy Town. After my shift was done at Kawasaki's, I decided to explore the town a bit. Though, I've been hearing rumors that a crime spree was going on in the town as many Cappies were calling help from their homes. I heard that Professor Curio's shop was vandalized by some crooks. Though, they for some reason used removable paint from what I heard. Then I came across Tuggle's grocery store, and it was having a 100% off sale on literally EVERYTHING. I knew something was not right when I witnessed Cappies taking everything they could grab, but I decided to get in on the action and took as much delicious candy, chips, cookies, and other treats as I could carry.
Speaking of treats, I was currently storing away my free goodies in the mini fridge back at the house.
"I don't know what the heck is going on in Cappy Town today." I said as I take a bite of my cookie. "But as long as it doesn't affect me, I'm okay. Besides, Miku and the chief is handling it."
Knock Knock
There was knocking on the door. I put the rest of the food away and open the door. It was Tiff.
"Toby, what are you doing?" She asks.
"Nothing. Just putting away some of my grocery."
"Well, nevermind that. I need your help."
"With what, Tiff?"
"Haven't you notice that a lot of problems have been going on in Cappy Town?"
"Yeah. Why?"
"Well, I have a feeling I know what, or who is causing it."
After walking for a bit, we made it to the center of Cappy Town Square where the towns large oak wood tree grew. Once we were under it, Tiff points up to it. I look to where she was pointing to find Tuff and his friend perched up in the branches spying on the their little crime spree in progress.
"I should of figured." I muttered.
Me and Tiff look each other before we nodded. Tiff then calls out.
"Well hello up there!" She yells.
She got the groups attention as they stop their chattering.
"Cappy Town is in the middle of a crime spree, and we know you're behind it!"
"Uh... us?" Tuff says trying to play dumb.
"Yeah, you!" I said as I float up their level.
Vroom Vroom
Before we could go any further, the sound of a familiar engine sounded off. We all turn to see King Dedede and Escargoon coming our way in their tank. Many of the Cappy citizens notice royalty coming as they gather around. I see Chief Bookem and Miku standing in front of the crowd as the goons stop a few feet away from them. Escargoon is the first to speak.
"His Royal Highness, King Dedede, proclaims..."
"Chief Bookem, your page siesta-fest is over because I just got rid of the Police Force!" Dedede finishes.
However, the crowd of Cappies does not like what they are hearing as they start voice their own negative opinions on the matter. Though, Dedede does not listen.
"When I proclaim something, you Cappies got to obey!"
Bookem steps up. "Fire me if you want, but you can't get rid of the Police. Not with a bunch of thugs running rampant through the streets."
The crowd approve of this as they argue against the King's stupid decision. Meanwhile, Tiff and his friends start to cheer that their plan for helping the chief worked. I hate to admit it, but it seems that they actually pulled it off.
Rustle Rustle
I hear rustling of leaves above us. I look up to see, to my absolute horror, I bee hive right above us. Though, what got me scared was that a stupid bird was currently poking at it. The mini structure shook before it broke off its branch and land on me. I scream bloody murder as I lose my footing and fell with the hive. I landed right into the back seat of the tank as the hive falls on top of Escargoon. He too screams in fright as he drives forward, hitting the tree. It shook as Tuff was unfortunate enough to fall down and land on me.
Escargoon recovers from the crash, but soon panics again as the bees within the hive flew out and swarmed us. We all screamed as we turn around and drove away with an army of stinging angry bees behind.
Miku's POV
I watched on in shock as Toby, Tuff, and the two jerks fled off into the distance as the bees chase them. We have to do something!
"Kirby! Tuff!" Tiff yells in distress.
"Oh no! We need to save them!" I shouted.
"Time for some cop action! Come on, Miku!" Bookem said.
The chief suddenly runs over to Gus' auto shop where Mayor Len was filling up his car. I too follow suit.
"Gotta commandeer your car, Mayor!"
"My car? But it just got fixed!" Len complained.
"Uh, don't worry! We'll pay for the damages!" I hastily added as me on Bookem hop in.
Just then, Tiff and some of Tuff's friends climbed aboard as well.
"Hey, you can't ride shotgun." Bookem said.
"Please, Chief! Tuff and Kirby are in that car!" Tiff pleads.
"No way! It's too dangerous."
"Everyone is buckle down, so we are not leaving! We are going to chase down that car with you!" The Cappy known as Iro argued.
"This is against all regulations!"
"Chief! I would agree with you as I like to follow rules, but time is at the essence here!" I said.
Fortunately, the chief gives in.
"Oh, alright! Hang on, we gotta save you friends!"
The others cheered as Bookem floors it and we were off in the direction of the runaway tank.
Toby's POV
Okay, I've done some weird stuff every since I was warped here in Dreamland thanks to you-know-who. I've fought giant rampaging monsters, I fought my character's rival/ally, and I made friends with actual mushroom like people, who turns out to be pacifists in the world. I, however, have never thought that I would be on the run from a swarm of angry bees with a penguin, a snail, and a yellow kid with green hair in a tank. I guess I could cross those of from my non-existing bucket list.
Right, the situation at hand. Anyway, we were still currently being chase by the black and yellow menaces.
"Those stingers gave me so many lumps, I feel like a bowl of oatmeal." Escargoon whimpered.
True to his words, those literal buggers stung the snail silly as his face was all puffy and red. I'm surprised that he can still see the road, let alone conscious.
"Them bees has gone bee-zerk!" Dedede said. "Step on it before the swarm catches up to us!"
No matter where we are going, it seems we can't sake the pests away from us as they tail us. I thought of just leaving the two brutes to their stinging doom, but I didn't had a way to get Tuff out of danger safely.
"Hey! Watch where you're going!" I shouted as we went through some trees.
"I can't see! My eyelids are swollen shut!" Escargoon said.
"Well, then open your eyes and shut your mouth!" Dedede shouts.
Soon enough, we made it out of the tree area and reached to a rocky terrain. The tank shook as we bounced around in our seats.
"My brain is going to shake out of my head!"
"What makes you think you had any!" I shouted.
"I... feel... terrible..." Escargoon said.
"Then let me drive!" Dedede said as he kicks the snail out of the speeding car. "This steering wheel don't steer right!"
It seems not only is Dedede a terrible King, but also terrible driver as he leads us up a stone loop. We all screamed as we went flying. We crashed down onto a hill and went downwards. All this was like a rollercoaster at this point.
"Verminous vehicle!" Dedede shouts in fright.
We made it down the hill only to drive into a pond. Dedede was washed away as it was only just me and Tuff. Tuff was currently behind the wheel of the driver's seat.
"Tuff! The brakes! Use them!" I shouted.
"I can't reach them!" Tuff replies.
Just when I was about to reach the pedals myself, we hit a rock on the road and I was thrown out of the tank. I lay on the ground as I see Tuff speed off in the direction of a-
"Volcano!?" I yelled to myself. "Oh come on!"
I look around frantically in hopes of finding anything useful to use to catch up. I didn't brought my satchel with me, so I was only limited to whatever is around me. Which is not much, not even a bird.
"This is so not good!"
"Look! It's Kirby!"
I heard someone say my name. I turn around to see Bookem and the rest of the gang come my way.
"Guys! Thank Galaxia you're here!"
(5 Minutes Earlier)
Miku's POV
As we race in the direction of where the tank went to, me and Bookem's passengers started confessing of their little daily activities.
"Huh? You mean you kids made all that trouble just to help me keep my job on the force?" Bookem questions in shock.
"That's right." Tiff confirms. "Please don't be angry at them."
"Don't you guys know how much of a mess you made Bookem and me clean up all day?" I ask as I too was surprise by all this. Who would of thought it was these guys this whole time.
"We wanted everybody to see what a big hero you are." Iro said.
"Cause Tuff told us about you being a Ranger." Spikehead added.
That seem to startle the chief as he flinches.
"Oh... he did, did he?" Bookem asks not looking at us.
Tiff and I stare in confusion. I don't doubt that the chief can't be a soldier, but was his story about being a Ranger was true?
"Look! It's Kirby!"
(Present)
Toby's POV
"Guys! Thank Galaxia you're here!"
"Kirby, where's Tuff?" Tiff asks as they come to a stop.
"Oh, this is not good! Tuff went that away!" I pointed.
They follow where my stubby arms are showing and gasped.
"What?! That's not good indeed!" Bookem spoke. "That road leads to the 'Boom-a-Doom-a Volcano'! There's no telling when that thing's gonna blow!"
"Then what are we waiting for?! Let's go!"
I hop on board the car and we drove away. Granted, it was a bit of tight squeeze as there were seven of us in a four-seater, but that didn't matter right now. Anyway we were making it further as we drive up the side of the volcano.
"Will Tuff be okay?" Honey asks worryingly.
"Oh sure." Iro answered. "It's just a volcano."
That got my attention as I turn to the farmer boy.
"You know what? You're absolutely right." I spoke with deep sarcasm. "There is nothing wrong with falling into a large abyss filled with deadly hot boiling lava."
That made Iro shut up as he rethinks his comment. Anyway, a few minutes later and we finally made it to the top of the volcano. Up ahead is the tank, but it was empty. We park our ride and hopped out as we investigate.
"Tuff? Tuff?! I don't see him anywhere." Tiff said after checking the tank.
The blonde then carefully goes over near the edge and looks over.
"I hope he's not- GAH!"
I too look over the edge and gasped. Deep within the pit was Tuff as he lay on the side of the stone walls. The others join us too.
"Hey there, Tuff! Can you hear me!" Bookem shouts.
From where we are, we can see the boy stir as he starts to get up.
"Tuff! We are up here! Are you okay?!" Tiff yells.
"Yeah! I-"
Tuff looks down as he finally takes in his surroundings. He panics as he tries to climb up, but ends up nearly falling over his only safety platform.
"Tuff! Don't move!" I shouted. "Just hug the wall and keep still! It's going to be okay, buddy!"
I was genuinely scared for my friend's safety. This was a life and death situation. One wrong move and it's game over.
"Wait! There must be some rope in the trunk!" Bookem said as he races to the mayor's car. "I'll go and get Tuff myself."
"Wait a minute! Cheif Bookem!" Tiff sighs. "Even he believes that he was part of the Rough Ranger Squad. Kirby, this is a job for you. I'll send in the Warp Star."
"Good idea." I said getting ready.
However, just when Tiff was about to call for my ride, a new member of the party joins us suddenly. It was Meta Knight! I haven't seen that guy for a while!
"No, Tiff." The dark knight stops the blonde.
"Why, Meta Knight?" Tiff asks.
"Tuff believes that the chief can do it, perhaps we should too."
"But Tuff thinks-"
"-that the chief has the spirit of a Rough Ranger Squad. Let's give the chief the chance to prove it."
With that said, me and Tiff let the chief go on as he ties the end of the long rope onto the mayor's car. He then goes over to the edge and slowly starts making his way down the steep drop. All of us watch anxiously as the old Cappy climbs down.
"Please... be careful, Chief." I heard Miku whisper.
Though, it seems the universe feels like playing with us today as the chief looses his footing and starts falling down to the lave.
"Everybody! Pull!" Meta Knight commanded.
We did as we all quickly took hold of the rope and heaved. Just in time too as the chief was so close to being roasted. The chief gets a firm grip on the stone walls and starts climbing up. Right up to Tuff. Though I couldn't exactly hear what the two were saying from where we were at.
"Alright, he has Tuff!" Miku cheered.
Just then, the citizens of Cappy Town appeared as well. Along with Tiff and Tuff's parents, Lady Like and Sir Ebrum.
"Where is Tuff?" Lady Like asks worryingly.
"Where is the chief?" Mayor Len also questions.
They all look over the edge and gasp. Though, Lady Like screams before she faints into her husbands arms.
"Hey, everybody!" The chief shouted from below. "Pull us out of here!"
BOOM!
Just when we were about to pull the two to safety, the volcano we stand on starts erupting as we all shook. I can see the lave down below was boiling a lot more. Soon enough, a magma bubble formed before it popped, sending many bits of flaming embers everywhere. Unfortunately, one of the flaming projectiles hits the roped that was attached to the chief, burning it. Now, Bookem and Tuff were stranded.
"Oh no!" I shouted.
"We need another rope!" Tiff says. "Is there any more?!"
"That was our only rope." Iro said dejectedly.
Tiff gasps loudly, knowing that the situation was getting way worse.
"I can't stand it!" I yelled. "I'm going in!"
"No. You can't interfere. Let the chief handle this." Meta Knight stops me.
I breath through my non-existing nostril.
"Meta, I swear, if this turns out to be a disaster and my friend dies..." I muttered darkly to myself. "I will go berserk."
Whether he heard it or not, he doesn't show it as we all focus on the two below. After a few moments, we were all surprise to see that Bookem began to climb up the steep wall with Tuff attached to him with the remaining rope. The crowd looks on in awe.
"I wish I had half the gut like that Cappy." Mayor Len commented.
"You can do it, Chief!" Gus encourages.
The crowd follows too as they shout out their own voices of encouragement. The chief was doing great! He was only halfway towards freedom. That is... until he stopped midway.
'I guess his old age is catching up to him. Bad timing though.' I thought.
BOOM!
There was another eruption as the volcano shook even more violently. The chief starts to loose his grip, just as another wave of ember comes raining down on the duo. I turn to Tiff.
"Tiff! The Warp Star would good right about now!"
Tiff nods as she turns to the direction of Kabu.
"Warp Star!"
A few moments later, the Warp Star appears. I ran along side the edge of the volcano and jump on the star when it got close enough. Just in time too as the two rock climbers finally lost their grip and began falling to their doom.
'Not today!'
I dive down and at the last second, I catch my falling friends and flew out of the pit of doom. I can hear the crowd cheer for me as I flew us to safety. Once we landed, Tuff ran over to his family while the chief lay down onto the ground exhausted.
"Way to go, Tuff!" Tiff said as she hugs her brother tightly.
"Kirby!"
I turn just in time to get tackled by Miku. She had tears flowing down her face as she hugs me like her life depended on it.
"Don't scare me like that again!" She sobbed.
I held her close. "It's okay, Miku. I'm here."
Vroom
Just when I thought we were in the clear, the infamous goons of the hour had to show up. It seems they have more than one tank.
"Well, ain't this a sentimental scene." Dedede said. "Alright, Chief Bookem. It's time to say bye-bye to your badge."
Dedede holds up a piece of paper. Probably the official form to the chief's resignation. The crowd however was not having it.
"No way, Sire." Kawasaki spoke. "The whole town will shut itself down if you think you are gonna fire the chief!"
"That's right! Chief Bookem's a hero!" Professor Curio joins in.
The crowd too start voicing their own thoughts about this.
"The chief's gotta stay! We are not getting rid of the police!" Mayor Len says.
Dedede growls in anger while Escargoon looks wary.
"Sire, I think your decree is a dud." Escargoon says nervously.
Dedede had enough. "Now ya'll Cappies listen up! This here paper lets me chuck out chief, and ya'll can't stop me!"
Whoosh
Suddenly, the decree was ripped out of Dedede's grasp and was sucked right into Miku's gut. My soulmate smirks at the two.
"Well, it seems you can't now. Should of made a copy." She giggles.
"AH! My paper is in pieces!" Dedede then grinds his teeth in anger. "If that's how ya'll want to play, then I'm going up the auntie."
We were all shocked when the King actually aimed his cannon right at us. I knew the tyrant was bad, but to actually fire at an unarmed crowd, that's just messed up! Just when I was about to step up, the King has already pushed the trigger for the cannon.
...
...
Nothing happens. Dedede looks on in confusion as he keeps pushing the trigger. Soon enough, something did come out. But it wasn't a cannon ball. Oh no. It was the bee hive from earlier. This made the two goon, including me, stand on edge as we fearfully look at the abomination.
"Uh, maybe nobody is home." Escargoon says hopefully.
Boy, he was wrong as eyes started to appear with in the opening of the hive. It took every fiber of my will to not run away in fear.
"Company B! Arrest these crooks!" Bookem commanded.
The bees then flew from their home and swarmed the now terrified goons. They throw it in reverse as they drove away from the chasing bugs again. The crowd laughs at the misfortune while I just laugh weakly before dropping to the ground.
"Kirby?" Miku says concerned.
I look up. "I'm fine. Just... keep honey away from me for a while." I chuckle sheepishly.
Author's Notes
Hey, everyone. It's been a while since I posted a Kirby story. I'm sorry. I just had to find a bit of inspiration. That, and I kinda had to get a new laptop since my old one broke. Note to self, glass of soda and nuzzling cats don't go together on desktop. Anyway, what will come of next for Toby and Miku? Has Miku earn her place as a Police Officer? Did you all notice Toby's fear of bees? Find out next time on 'Toby Right Back At Ya!'.