I just want to say I've been loving the comments on the last chapter! You guys are great and I'm glad I was able to blindside you! Like I said before, "Adventures in Turtlesitting" and "Good Genes" is one of my favorite episodes. I seriously thought they were going to do something similar in the 2012 series but so far, no. Here's to hoping!
Chapter 8: On Their Way
Father!
"Donatello!" Master Splinter called out, knowing he heard his son's call. Leonardo, Raphael, and Michelangelo all looked up at their father's shout. The old rat had risen to his feet, fear in his eyes.
"Sensei?" Leo asked, taking a small step forward. Master Splinter grasped his walking stick tightly. His son was in pain.
"Dad?" Mikey walked up.
"Donatello is in pain," Splinter finally said, knowing he shouldn't hide these things from his sons. "We must rescue him. We leave, now."
"Hai Sensei!"
Splinter watched as his sons raced off to gather their weapons. He turned away, walking over to his shrine. Splinter folded his hands and sent a prayer, praying for his son's safety. He hoped Donatello could hold on until they could arrive.
"Hold on, Donatello. We are coming."
"Open the hatch."
Fishface nodded and hit another button, releasing the tank and dumping its contents onto the grate below it. The mutagen drained and a large figure fell onto the grate with a loud crash. It was almost twice as big as its original size as it groaned, pushing itself onto its feet.
The beast remained on all fours as it shook its angular head, coughing out green mutagen from between its sharp teeth. The shell had a large crack down the middle and had jagged edges around it. The four feet each ended in sharp claws. The only sign of the turtle it once was, was the slightly darker shade of olive green and a small gap between its teeth. The large turtle turned its head towards the occupants in the room and opened its eyes. Glowing, blood red eyes turned up at them, burning with anger.
"Donatello! You will now make the cure!" Shredder ordered.
The large turtle narrowed his eyes and roared, showing off his sharp teeth. The turtle leapt up from the grate, hitting the ground above him, running after the Shredder, teeth bared, growling with anger and hate.
Shredder narrowed his eyes at the rampaging beast. Zeck and Steranko had simply cried out in anger and attempted to attack. They both had retained the ability to speak English and to actually think. Donatello appeared to only be a savage beast. He ducked as the turtle took a swipe at him with its large claws. He quickly pulled back and punched the beast in its jaw. The turtle fell back, growling savagely at him, the red eyes burning into him.
"Restrain the beast!" Tiger Claw, Rahzar, and Fishface all rushed the large turtle, attempting to detain him. The three managed to herd him back into his cage, locking the glass behind him. The turtle roared in anger and threw himself at the glass, exactly like his neighbor.
"Master Shredder….." Rahzar began, looking at the once bright turtle.
"Stockman! What happened?"
Stockman buzzed over to the cage, looking at the roaring turtle. "It appears that the mutagen made him lose him mind, sir."
"Run a test to check. He could have just lost his tongue." Stockman nodded as he buzzed over to his computer, clicking a few buttons, scanning the occupant in the room. A few minutes later, a ding resounded through the room as Stockman looked over the results.
"His brain activity is similar to Karai. He has lost any humanity he has. Donatello is more animal now," Stockman said, trying to keep his voice steady as the harsh reality that his only hope was now nothing more than a mindless beast.
"He is useless to me!"
"Master Shredder!"
"What!"
Steranko and Zeck ran into the room, pausing only for a second to look at the growling turtle. Steranko stepped forward. "There is word that the other turtles and a rat are coming this way."
"They must have found our message," Fishface stated.
Rahzar nodded, "But we've lost our bargaining chip."
Shredder turned back to the turtle, who had resumed throwing himself at the glass shield. "Perhaps he is still some use to. After all, I've been wanting a new pet. Get that thing collared and secured in my throne room. I believe Hamato Yoshi will want to see his son again."
What none of them noticed was a pair of eyes in the dark container, watching, first in terror and fear, and then in anger. Karai was furious. No one hurt her brothers.
Author's Note: Yep. He lost his mind. Like I said, I love tortuing my favorites. Thank you for all the reviews to Pilyartquitect, Agentcocacola, awesome5689, a guest, TurtleLover101, Heather, and Pip. I loved readings your reactions! As always, reviews are always welcome.