I'm relieved to see some reviews for this tale. This gives me inspiration and strength to continue! I just hope that I complete it before or in time for Christmas. I guess I just have to try.
Here's chapter 2!
Disclaimer: I don't own Trolls.
Purple-Eyes Dragon- You will, soon! Maybe someday. It would help if I know more about Storm.
riverajocabed1 - Yeah, the costume's Reby's idea. I went along with it. Who doesn't love Stitch? No, Creek is good now. I chose Hans because of the royal suit, not for the villain thing. Also I had to add Archer now that he's part of the pack. (Spoiler Alert) You will him again in my other story. Merry Christmas to u too!
mlpfanceline1- Thanks. Guess you just have to wait and see.
Reby Montana- Of Course u love it. It was your idea. Yeah, the song is my favorite too. I keep hearing it during my job. It's practically stuck in my head, not that I mind of course. Well, Poppy did say she wanted something special but will come true in the end. As for Archer, I haven't thought of it yet. Same with Branch.
Enjoy!
Merry Holiday Tales
Chapter 2: Snowed In
As the night went on, so did the party. Everyone was having the time of their lives and they just can't get enough of it. Not that it's a problem, right? They danced, sang, ate, drank, laughed, and even hugged all through the night. Eventually, the party had reached its end, leaving enough time for everyone to spend their own Christmas at their homes.
Branch cleared his throat before speaking up through a microphone. "My friends, the night's still young, but I'm afraid this party must come to an end."
"Awww!" All the trolls pined and whined. They didn't want the party to stop. They were having so much fun, especially a party that was hosted by their friend.
"I know. I admit that I don't want to halt the festivities either. But I got to leave all of you some time to celebrate the holiday with your families at your own homes," Branch said sincerely. "Don't worry. There will be more parties in the future. I hope that everybody had a wonderful, unforgettable time and thanks for spending Christmas Eve with me at my Bunker. Feel free to take some food with you. Here's wishing everybody a Merry Christmas and a safe trip Ho-Ho-home!"
Everybody cheered, applauding their host for the successful event. Branch smiled, took a bow, and left the crowd. Poppy watched the whole thing with a proud smile on her face. "Oh, Branch. That was beautiful!"
"Did you really think so?" Branch asked.
"Are you kidding? It was just wonderful! In fact, I couldn't host one better myself!"
"Thanks, Poppy," Branch blushed. "But half the credit goes to you and our friends. After all, the costumes were your idea."
"They were, weren't they?" Poppy said playfully. "Well, I guess it's time for us to celebrate our own Christmas at home."
"But we can't go home!" Creek came running in with a worried look.
"What? How come?" Branch wondered.
Creek led the two right to where everyone has gathered. Some of them were worried by the sudden delay. Going down the elevator were Guy Diamond, Harper, dressed as Rapunzel, and Smidge.
"What's going on, you guys?" Poppy asked the three that came down.
"The door won't budge!" Smidge replied.
"I think we're snowed in," Harper assumed.
"It's likely. After all, it has been snowing hard non-stop," Cloud Guy stated. "I should know 'cause...well, I'm a cloud."
"Well, this is a fine predicament," Archer sarcastically said, crossing his arms with a frown on his face.
"Oh, it can't be that bad, can it?" Poppy said, though she wasn't sure of the situation they're in right now.
"Poppy's right. We've been through worse, right? Remember the Bergens and Trollstice?" Branch reminded everyone. "I'll just check out through the look out scope and see the problem. I'm sure it's nothing to worry about," Branch assured. He went to his seat and looked through his periscope. His eyes widened in shock at what he saw. Except for his periscope, everything's covered in snow and half his bunker was under it. "Oh no!"
"What is it?" Poppy came by his side. "What's wrong?"
"Um, remember when I said that it's nothing to worry about?" Poppy nodded. "Well, see for yourself."
Poppy looked through and gasped. "Oh, Frosting! We are officially...snowed in!"
All the guest gasped and began to get anxious. "We're trapped inside!" Biggie proclaimed.
"Ahhh!" Everyone yelled.
"We're gonna miss Christmas!" Guy Diamond realized.
"Aaaahhhhhh!" Everyone yelled longer this time.
"We're out of gingerbread and cocoa!" Cooper panicked.
"AAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!" Everyone just entered the freak out mode.
"We've got to get out of here!" Smidge tried to budge though the door, but the heavy snow kept it in place.
"I want out, I want out!" Guy Diamond panicked while looking around the place for an exit. He spotted one and grinned. "Found the way out!"
Branch gasped. "Guy, no! That's not an exit! That the..." He then heard panicked yells and some machinery being activated. "...evisceration shaft," Branch said with a groan.
"I want in, I want in!" Guy came out, his armor being slightly singed and and dented. "What a death trap! Good thing I was wearing armor."
Suddenly, everyone stopped their panicking and heard a rhythm. Moving their heads towards the calming sound, they saw that it was Poppy, banging her cowbell. "There! Glad that's over with. Everyone, calm down! It's not the end of the world."
"But did you hear, Poppy? We can't go home!" DJ Suki added.
"I understand this is an unexpected turn of events, but I'm sure Branch will think of something," Poppy said calmly.
"And that I did. I've thought of something," Branch told them. "I have some good news...and some bad news, I'm afraid."
"What's the bad news?" Guy Diamond asked nervously.
"Um...isn't the good news always first?" Chenille asked.
"Okay, the good news is that my bunker has a back-up system for this situation. With its special warming stations, it will warm up the snow above and melt it until we're clear to leave." Everyone cheered. They might be able to go home after all. "But...the bad news is this: due to the weather, the snow will just keep on coming and add more snow despite the heat. I'm afraid we can't leave until tomorrow."
"But tomorrow's Christmas!" Satin sadly said. "All our presents are at home!"
"Satin's right. How can we stay here?" Chenille agreed with her sister.
"I thought you have a back-up system for everything!" Smidge pointed out to Branch.
"I do have a back-up system! I just don't have the back-up system for the back-up system. I'm not perfect, you know!"
"I can make a path through the snow," a Fix-it Felix Jr. dressed Aspen Heitz volunteered. "After all, I think I'm part Eskimo, or is it Eskitroll?"
"Even if you're part Snow Troll, you can't go out there! Have you looked outside? It's suicide out there!" Cloud Guy explained. "You'll be buried alive. I'm afraid this is the best place for now. Branch is the safest troll and this is the almost impenetrable bunker. What could be safer that that?"
"Wow! Thanks, Cloud guy!" Branch was impressed with the cloud defending him.
"No problem, dumpypants," Cloud guy side-hugged him.
"The name calling has to stop though."
"Come on. It's our thing."
"This stinks!" Biggie sadly whined. "Me and Mr. Dinkles are gonna miss our traditional Christmas Specials marathon! All the good ones are on, such as Chilly the Snowtroll and Rudolph the red nosed Swag Stag!"
Everyone was upset that their holiday might be ruined due to the blizzard. Branch and Poppy hated seeing everyone in distress, especially on Christmas Eve. This is the time for everyone to be happy and peaceful, no matter where they are. This gave Branch a wonderful idea. He whistled loudly to get everyone's attention.
"Listen, everyone! I know that this isn't the Christmas you've planned, but I have an idea. We can have our own Christmas party right here."
"That's a wonderful idea!" Poppy happily agreed.
"Are you sure, Branch?" Biggie asked.
"Of course. Even if we're stuck here, we're still together. We have our decorations, warm blankets, and I have plenty of hot cocoa and snacks left in storage. Everything we need is all right here," Branch said. "What do you say?"
Everyone silently began agreeing to Branch's plan. It is better here than being out there. Smidge then spoke up. "I'd say...let's get this party started!" Everyone cheered and went back to the living room.
"I'll start baking some more gingerbread!" Poppy offered.
"I got the hot cocoa!" Biggie said.
"We'll get the blankets!" The twins said.
Branch was pleased to see everyone feeling happy and looking on the bright side again. Everyone except Archer who stood there with his arms crossed. "Hey Archer, aren't you coming to help?"
"No, thanks. I'll pass," He denied.
"What's wrong?"
"Well, it looks like someone just doesn't have the Christmas spirit," Cloud Guy said, patting Archer's back.
Branch tapped his chin and an idea popped in his head. "I think I got the cure for that."
Moments later, everyone had already made themselves comfortable and at home inside Branch's bunker. They quickly forgotten the blizzard ruining their holiday plans and got right back to celebrating Christmas with brightened spirits.
Guy Diamond, Fuzzbert, and DJ Suki played a small band to spread Christmas joy around. Biggie, Cooper, and many trolls came in with more cookies and hot cocoa to share. Satin and Chenille already gave the trolls warm blankets and started knitting extras just in case.
Poppy led Archer to an armchair and made him sit down. Archer wasn't a scrooge. He's just new to this and doesn't know how to celebrate it. He wondered if he'll ever feel as good as everyone else on this holiday.
"Christmas time, Archer, is a wondrous event where everyone is extremely happy. They share, they give, and they spread Christmas cheer all around. In fact, the happiness spread during this time is twice as much than normal day life ," Poppy explained, showing him how everyone celebrates.
"So, Christmas is a big deal, right?" Archer wondered.
"Yeah!" DJ Suki's niece, CJ, exclaimed. She was dressed in her Vanellope costume. "I love it, especially when Aunt DJ plays my favorite Christmas songs and we sing carols together."
The trolling Keith, whom was dressed as Pinocchio, joined her. "Christmas is the best. Sometimes, I wish it was Christmas everyday!"
"Everyday, you say?" Everyone turned to see Branch, whom was wearing a Santa hat with an opened green robe under his costume. He smiled as he carried a big book in his arms. "Funny you should mention that, young troll. Because it reminds me of a story from this book." He pulled up a rocking chair and sat down. "This book was read to me every Christmas Eve by Grandma Rosiepuff, may she rest in peace."
"Oh, Branch," Poppy comforted him.
He accepted her gentle consoling and went on. "This book is called "Merry Holiday Tales" and it has a collection of wonderful Christmas tales. But I guess you wouldn't be interested in hearing them, especially from me."
No sooner when he said it that every troll, both young and old, all gathered together around Branch. Each one eagerly waiting to hear the tales Branch listened to in his youth. CJ sat on DJ Suki's lap while Keith climbed on Branch. Poppy sat beside him while Archer curiously listened while positioning himself comfortably in his chair.
"You all want some holiday story time?" Branch asked playfully.
They all nodded silently yet eagerly, even Cloud Guy who almost floated away until Smidge pulled him down. Cooper rapidly ate more cookies while Guy sipped his giant size Hot cocoa through a straw.
Chuckling by their responses, he continued. "Very well." He opened the book until he found the perfect story to begin with. "Our first story tells us a tale for us all to hear about laughter and family and those we hold dear. It's called 'Stuck on Christmas.'"
"Ooh, that sounds heavenly," Satin awed.
"Well, it was...at first. You see, we love Christmas so much that we want it to stay, but what if we wished it was here every day? That is what the three troll friends, Glitter, Tiny, and Corey, had to go through. They didn't realized that we must be careful in what we wish because we just might get it."
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