*A/N: Sorry bout that terrible format I had the previous chapters typed in.
I hope it will be much easier to read now. I know it's late but I corrected
all previous chapters as well.
*By the way Zim will play a major role in upcoming chapters so there will definitely be more Zim. This chapter was the worst one to write but I think I will be all right on upcoming ones. So thanks for reading and reviewing. It means a lot that my story is being read and liked. (
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The massive Irken stepped up to the panel, groaning slightly. Typing in the five-digit code, the pulsating wave of energy that hung across ShlooGorgh's entrances instantly changed from a vivid orange to a soft blue. Upon entering the restaurant, the lights flickered on. The broad Irken gazed upon the rising Foodcourtian sun.
"Mornings just come way too fast," he muttered to himself as he poured
himself a drink.
He wasn't quite ready to start his dull, monotonous work just yet. Leaning back as he sucked through his straw, he closed his eyes and imagined how different his life would be if he wasn't trapped as a frycook on this miserable planet. He had always dreamed one day he would be reinstated to an honorable position, perhaps maybe on the planetary conversion team?
"Wake up Sizz-Lorr," he told himself.
Like that would ever happen. It was funny how a single mistake had affected his life so drastically. A dinging noise awoke him from his slump. Who had entered? The restaurant was not even open yet!
"Excuse me but we are not-" he stopped when he saw it was just that
Austy human.
"What're you doing here!" he demanded. "You're not supposed to be here
for another two hours!"
Sizz-Lorr had loathed when anyone interupted his down time. Those two hours of solitude had been heaven to him. His small apartment was really just a place to rest his tired self after a long day.
"Uh, I just wanted to see if you needed any extra help setting up,"
replied Austy meekly.
Austy had her own ideas. Sizz-Lorr, she figured was a very stubborn Irken and was tough to compromise with especially if one was not on good terms with him. She hoped today would be a better day and this may be a good oppurtunity to get on her employer's good side. However she didn't realize it was not aiding her at all.
"If I wanted help I would have asked for it!" growled Sizz-Lorr.
"Not even to just sweep somewhere," asked Austy in a low voice.
"Why does he despise me so much?" thought Austy on the verge of tears.
"No!" snapped Sizz-Lorr curtly.
"Alright, but I just wanted to apologize for my horrible excuse as a
cashier yesterday," she stated, sobbing as she started out the door.
She was halfway out the exit when Sizz-Lorr sighed and called out to her. "Get back in here." "Yes sir?" said Austy.
"Look, Austy you have to stop being so sensitive. You told me you
could handle this job." "Don't cry," he said sharply. " The customers
can be rude and arrogant and they prey on insecurities. So be
aggressive and don't let them degrade you," stated Sizz-Lorr gruffly.
"Oh and make yourself useful. Go mop up around booth 10"
Austy wiped her eyes as she dashed to retrieve her tool. As Sizz-Lorr was wiping down the front counter, she observed him locking his teeth. She wondered what he was so bitter about.
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"Salutations and welcome to ShlooGorgh's. My name is Austy. How may I
help you." A lavender, crystalline being approached the counter.
"Uh, yes I'll have the number 6 value meal," the customer replied cheerfully.
"Excellent choice," said Austy. "Your total is 375. That's in monies."
"Thank you very much ma'am," said the crystal-like creature as he took his seat.
Austy sighed. It had been a much better day. Already it was mid-afternoon and she hadn't gotten one rude customer. She knew this wouldn't last however. Austy jumped slightly as she saw the large frame of her supervisor advancing towards her. Clenching her jaw, she wondered what she had done wrong this time. Sizz-Lorr observed her neurotic features and narrowed a single eye.
"Relax," he said coolly. "I'm only here to remind that it's time for
your lunch break."
Austy blushed under her false skin.
"Oh, right,"she said "Time already?" Leaping from behind the counter, she dashed for the exit.
"Wait," said Sizz-Lorr. "Gashloog is breaking with you."
Austy knew this was done purposely in the event that she tried to escape. Gashloog appeared from the kitchen.
"C,mon Austy I'll show you around," said Gashloog.
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"But I wouldn't suggest that one over there."
Austy half-listened to Gashloog as they paced through the Foodcourtian streets. She was too busy pondering on a method of escape. If Sizz-Lorr thought she was a permenant employee he was seriously wrong. But Austy had no idea how she was going to leave. She had no vehicle and no direction of this part of the universe. She figured they were in some area of the andromeda elliptical galaxy but that still gave her little information. As she and Gashloog walked, she couldn't help but notice the constant stares from the people around her. It made her extremely uncomfortable. Her disguise was good on Earth, but here it attracted enormous attention.
"But we really should decide soon cause our break won't last forever."
continued Gashloog.
"Huh?" was Austy's reply.
She had just remembered that she was supposed to be looking for a good restaurant as this was her lunch break.
"How bout that one over there," said Austy pointing to a triangular building. "Well if you insist," said Gashloog. "But I'm telling you I recommend 'Grazy Dayz.'"
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As they sat down to their meals, Gashloog sensed something was wrong for she was picking at her lunch.
"You're doing a great job today," said Gashloog, trying to encourage
her. "How do you like Foodcourtia?"
"Wha?" said Austy. "Oh, it's alright."
"Is something wrong?" said Gashloog as he took a bite of his lunch.
"Oh.nothing," said Austy,pausing. "It's. it's just that I think he
hates me. He probably thinks I'm the worst employee ever."
Gasloog was a little confused.
"You mean.Boss?" he asked quizzically.
"UmmHmm," said Austy.
"Oh nonsense. He's probably not intentionally taking it out on you.
It's just that a former employee named Zim escaped twice, despite the
fact that he was banished.
"Zim?" said Austy startled.
It was all making sense. That's the reason why Sizz-Lorr had come to Earth in the first place. Probably also why he watched her like a hawk.
"And I'm not positive but I'm pretty sure that he's angry at himself
for something he did decades ago," said Gasloog finishing his meal.
Austy poked her now cold food and pushed it aside. She was now buzzing with new thoughts. What had Sizz-Lorr done? Why was Zim banished and how had he ended up on Earth?
Gashloog squinted at a digital clock on the wall.
"We'd better get going," he said.
He gazed at Austy's plate she rose out of her seat.
"Austy, you've barely touched your lunch."
"I'm just not hungry," replied Austy as they headed out the door.
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As Austy and Gashloog reentered ShlooGorgh's they gasped. The restaurant capacity had nearly tripled since they had been gone for that short period. Customers were everywhere screaming their orders. Austy could see Sizz-Lorr anxiously pushing buttons on the register. He looked up as he saw the two approach.
"Great! You two are back." He paused as he set his eyes upon Austy.
"Austy are you sure you can handle this?" asked Sizz-Lorr slightly
muffled from all the commotion.
Austy looked at at her employer with a different emotion.
"Absolutely boss!" she said with sincerity.
Sizz-Lorr took a deep breath as he and Austy switched and headed for the kitchen. As soon as took her post, she realized her dilemma. Customers of all shapes and sizes were all crowded around the counter.
"Where's my food? I ordered 10 minutes ago!" shouted one person angrily.
"I specifically asked for diet and I got regular!' snapped another.
"What's taking so long?"
" You call yourself a cashier?!"
"Let's pick it up already!"
This was Austy's fear times 100. She began to sweat as she backed up against the wall. The shadows of the irate customers loomed up over as Austy felt herself shrink back. Her veins pounded as they beat blood through her body. They were now throwing food and other objects at her, their furious shouts growing into a deafening roar. Austy threw her arms over head as she felt hot tears come.
"What am I doing here?" thought Austy as she began to tremble.
She suddenly clenched her fists as she remembered why she was there. For her parents. And what would they think if they saw her now, cowering in fear? She rose as her eyes narrowed into an angry glare. She remembered Sizz-Lorr's advice on not appearing weak.They had no right to make her feel this way!
"EEXXCUSSE MEEE!!!"bellowed Austy, as all the customers stopped their
shouting.
She continued, now panting with fury.
"If you want my attention then you're gonna have to form a single file
line and state your request calmly," she said in a wild tone.
"Please!" she hollered.
At once the customers silently got into a straight line, utterly shocked that the quiet, mellow clerk had spoken in such an irascible tone. Austy put her hand to her head brushing her synthetic hair out of her face as she regained her calm. Out of the corner of her eye she spotted her employer, peering out at the scene. As she caught his astonished gaze, he quickly turned and dashed back into the kitchen.
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Sizz-Lorr had not spoken to Austy for the rest of the day. However she took this as a compliment for the silence meant he had nothing to yell at her about. She had to admit that she was extremely surprised at her assertiveness earlier that day. It was amazing what she was capable of under pressure. As she headed out of ShlooGorgh's she gazed at the stars above, wondering again about her departure out of here. She trudged around, thinking if she should rent an apartment or just another hotel suite. The apartment would be cheaper in the long run, for she had no idea how long she would be trapped on this planet. She also did not have any method of transportation yet. That would have to be top priority for there was no other way to escape unless she stole a craft but she was highly against that idea. Remembering a decent apartment complex that Gashloog had recommended, she headed towards the right.
Upon turning the corner, she overheard someone's enraged voice.
"You piece of junk! Finally I'm getting rid of you!"
Austy curiously peered towards the direction of the voice. A short insect- like creature was kicking her moderate-sized craft while shouting comments.
"Tomorrow, you'll be sent to planet Dirt to decay while I get a
reliable vehicle!" said the insectoid being, still staring at the odd
craft.
Austy gazed at the ship, an idea coming to her. Although the vehicle looked worn, it didn't appear to be in terrible condition.
"With a little time and effort, I may be able to restore it," thought Austy.
Cautiously she approached the insect-like being.
"Uh, pardon me," said Austy ackwardly. "I couldn't help but overhear
you. I just wanted to ask, are you disposing of this vehicle?"
The insectoid creature backed away slightly on observing Austy's foreign human appearance.
"Yeah, so I am. What's it to you?" the creature questioned.
"Well," began Austy. "If you no longer wanted it, I was wondering if I
may have it."
The creature twithched her antennae-like projections, puzzled at Austy's request
"I'll pay any price. How much do you want?" asked Austy as she pulled
out her wallet, hoping she would take a rain check.
"You may have it,' replied the insect being. "No charge. Just getting
rid of it is payment enough."
"Thank you so much," said Austy ecstatically.
"Your welcome?" said the insectoid being as she scratched her head.
Today had certainly been better for Austy. She now had a vehicle and starting planning her escape. Between her job and her research, she concluded that the repairs would take approximately a month.
"I hope I can handle a month here," she thought eyeing her new ship.
"Miss?" said the insect creature. "This suspension barge will help you
transport that hunk of jun-.I mean excellent piece of machinery."
Austy thanked her again as she and her new vehicle headed for the Red and Purple Plaza. Austy chuckled at the title of the apartments.
"Wonder where they got that name?"
* This chapter is kind of stupid but next chapter will be really good. ^-^
*By the way Zim will play a major role in upcoming chapters so there will definitely be more Zim. This chapter was the worst one to write but I think I will be all right on upcoming ones. So thanks for reading and reviewing. It means a lot that my story is being read and liked. (
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The massive Irken stepped up to the panel, groaning slightly. Typing in the five-digit code, the pulsating wave of energy that hung across ShlooGorgh's entrances instantly changed from a vivid orange to a soft blue. Upon entering the restaurant, the lights flickered on. The broad Irken gazed upon the rising Foodcourtian sun.
"Mornings just come way too fast," he muttered to himself as he poured
himself a drink.
He wasn't quite ready to start his dull, monotonous work just yet. Leaning back as he sucked through his straw, he closed his eyes and imagined how different his life would be if he wasn't trapped as a frycook on this miserable planet. He had always dreamed one day he would be reinstated to an honorable position, perhaps maybe on the planetary conversion team?
"Wake up Sizz-Lorr," he told himself.
Like that would ever happen. It was funny how a single mistake had affected his life so drastically. A dinging noise awoke him from his slump. Who had entered? The restaurant was not even open yet!
"Excuse me but we are not-" he stopped when he saw it was just that
Austy human.
"What're you doing here!" he demanded. "You're not supposed to be here
for another two hours!"
Sizz-Lorr had loathed when anyone interupted his down time. Those two hours of solitude had been heaven to him. His small apartment was really just a place to rest his tired self after a long day.
"Uh, I just wanted to see if you needed any extra help setting up,"
replied Austy meekly.
Austy had her own ideas. Sizz-Lorr, she figured was a very stubborn Irken and was tough to compromise with especially if one was not on good terms with him. She hoped today would be a better day and this may be a good oppurtunity to get on her employer's good side. However she didn't realize it was not aiding her at all.
"If I wanted help I would have asked for it!" growled Sizz-Lorr.
"Not even to just sweep somewhere," asked Austy in a low voice.
"Why does he despise me so much?" thought Austy on the verge of tears.
"No!" snapped Sizz-Lorr curtly.
"Alright, but I just wanted to apologize for my horrible excuse as a
cashier yesterday," she stated, sobbing as she started out the door.
She was halfway out the exit when Sizz-Lorr sighed and called out to her. "Get back in here." "Yes sir?" said Austy.
"Look, Austy you have to stop being so sensitive. You told me you
could handle this job." "Don't cry," he said sharply. " The customers
can be rude and arrogant and they prey on insecurities. So be
aggressive and don't let them degrade you," stated Sizz-Lorr gruffly.
"Oh and make yourself useful. Go mop up around booth 10"
Austy wiped her eyes as she dashed to retrieve her tool. As Sizz-Lorr was wiping down the front counter, she observed him locking his teeth. She wondered what he was so bitter about.
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"Salutations and welcome to ShlooGorgh's. My name is Austy. How may I
help you." A lavender, crystalline being approached the counter.
"Uh, yes I'll have the number 6 value meal," the customer replied cheerfully.
"Excellent choice," said Austy. "Your total is 375. That's in monies."
"Thank you very much ma'am," said the crystal-like creature as he took his seat.
Austy sighed. It had been a much better day. Already it was mid-afternoon and she hadn't gotten one rude customer. She knew this wouldn't last however. Austy jumped slightly as she saw the large frame of her supervisor advancing towards her. Clenching her jaw, she wondered what she had done wrong this time. Sizz-Lorr observed her neurotic features and narrowed a single eye.
"Relax," he said coolly. "I'm only here to remind that it's time for
your lunch break."
Austy blushed under her false skin.
"Oh, right,"she said "Time already?" Leaping from behind the counter, she dashed for the exit.
"Wait," said Sizz-Lorr. "Gashloog is breaking with you."
Austy knew this was done purposely in the event that she tried to escape. Gashloog appeared from the kitchen.
"C,mon Austy I'll show you around," said Gashloog.
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"But I wouldn't suggest that one over there."
Austy half-listened to Gashloog as they paced through the Foodcourtian streets. She was too busy pondering on a method of escape. If Sizz-Lorr thought she was a permenant employee he was seriously wrong. But Austy had no idea how she was going to leave. She had no vehicle and no direction of this part of the universe. She figured they were in some area of the andromeda elliptical galaxy but that still gave her little information. As she and Gashloog walked, she couldn't help but notice the constant stares from the people around her. It made her extremely uncomfortable. Her disguise was good on Earth, but here it attracted enormous attention.
"But we really should decide soon cause our break won't last forever."
continued Gashloog.
"Huh?" was Austy's reply.
She had just remembered that she was supposed to be looking for a good restaurant as this was her lunch break.
"How bout that one over there," said Austy pointing to a triangular building. "Well if you insist," said Gashloog. "But I'm telling you I recommend 'Grazy Dayz.'"
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As they sat down to their meals, Gashloog sensed something was wrong for she was picking at her lunch.
"You're doing a great job today," said Gashloog, trying to encourage
her. "How do you like Foodcourtia?"
"Wha?" said Austy. "Oh, it's alright."
"Is something wrong?" said Gashloog as he took a bite of his lunch.
"Oh.nothing," said Austy,pausing. "It's. it's just that I think he
hates me. He probably thinks I'm the worst employee ever."
Gasloog was a little confused.
"You mean.Boss?" he asked quizzically.
"UmmHmm," said Austy.
"Oh nonsense. He's probably not intentionally taking it out on you.
It's just that a former employee named Zim escaped twice, despite the
fact that he was banished.
"Zim?" said Austy startled.
It was all making sense. That's the reason why Sizz-Lorr had come to Earth in the first place. Probably also why he watched her like a hawk.
"And I'm not positive but I'm pretty sure that he's angry at himself
for something he did decades ago," said Gasloog finishing his meal.
Austy poked her now cold food and pushed it aside. She was now buzzing with new thoughts. What had Sizz-Lorr done? Why was Zim banished and how had he ended up on Earth?
Gashloog squinted at a digital clock on the wall.
"We'd better get going," he said.
He gazed at Austy's plate she rose out of her seat.
"Austy, you've barely touched your lunch."
"I'm just not hungry," replied Austy as they headed out the door.
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As Austy and Gashloog reentered ShlooGorgh's they gasped. The restaurant capacity had nearly tripled since they had been gone for that short period. Customers were everywhere screaming their orders. Austy could see Sizz-Lorr anxiously pushing buttons on the register. He looked up as he saw the two approach.
"Great! You two are back." He paused as he set his eyes upon Austy.
"Austy are you sure you can handle this?" asked Sizz-Lorr slightly
muffled from all the commotion.
Austy looked at at her employer with a different emotion.
"Absolutely boss!" she said with sincerity.
Sizz-Lorr took a deep breath as he and Austy switched and headed for the kitchen. As soon as took her post, she realized her dilemma. Customers of all shapes and sizes were all crowded around the counter.
"Where's my food? I ordered 10 minutes ago!" shouted one person angrily.
"I specifically asked for diet and I got regular!' snapped another.
"What's taking so long?"
" You call yourself a cashier?!"
"Let's pick it up already!"
This was Austy's fear times 100. She began to sweat as she backed up against the wall. The shadows of the irate customers loomed up over as Austy felt herself shrink back. Her veins pounded as they beat blood through her body. They were now throwing food and other objects at her, their furious shouts growing into a deafening roar. Austy threw her arms over head as she felt hot tears come.
"What am I doing here?" thought Austy as she began to tremble.
She suddenly clenched her fists as she remembered why she was there. For her parents. And what would they think if they saw her now, cowering in fear? She rose as her eyes narrowed into an angry glare. She remembered Sizz-Lorr's advice on not appearing weak.They had no right to make her feel this way!
"EEXXCUSSE MEEE!!!"bellowed Austy, as all the customers stopped their
shouting.
She continued, now panting with fury.
"If you want my attention then you're gonna have to form a single file
line and state your request calmly," she said in a wild tone.
"Please!" she hollered.
At once the customers silently got into a straight line, utterly shocked that the quiet, mellow clerk had spoken in such an irascible tone. Austy put her hand to her head brushing her synthetic hair out of her face as she regained her calm. Out of the corner of her eye she spotted her employer, peering out at the scene. As she caught his astonished gaze, he quickly turned and dashed back into the kitchen.
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Sizz-Lorr had not spoken to Austy for the rest of the day. However she took this as a compliment for the silence meant he had nothing to yell at her about. She had to admit that she was extremely surprised at her assertiveness earlier that day. It was amazing what she was capable of under pressure. As she headed out of ShlooGorgh's she gazed at the stars above, wondering again about her departure out of here. She trudged around, thinking if she should rent an apartment or just another hotel suite. The apartment would be cheaper in the long run, for she had no idea how long she would be trapped on this planet. She also did not have any method of transportation yet. That would have to be top priority for there was no other way to escape unless she stole a craft but she was highly against that idea. Remembering a decent apartment complex that Gashloog had recommended, she headed towards the right.
Upon turning the corner, she overheard someone's enraged voice.
"You piece of junk! Finally I'm getting rid of you!"
Austy curiously peered towards the direction of the voice. A short insect- like creature was kicking her moderate-sized craft while shouting comments.
"Tomorrow, you'll be sent to planet Dirt to decay while I get a
reliable vehicle!" said the insectoid being, still staring at the odd
craft.
Austy gazed at the ship, an idea coming to her. Although the vehicle looked worn, it didn't appear to be in terrible condition.
"With a little time and effort, I may be able to restore it," thought Austy.
Cautiously she approached the insect-like being.
"Uh, pardon me," said Austy ackwardly. "I couldn't help but overhear
you. I just wanted to ask, are you disposing of this vehicle?"
The insectoid creature backed away slightly on observing Austy's foreign human appearance.
"Yeah, so I am. What's it to you?" the creature questioned.
"Well," began Austy. "If you no longer wanted it, I was wondering if I
may have it."
The creature twithched her antennae-like projections, puzzled at Austy's request
"I'll pay any price. How much do you want?" asked Austy as she pulled
out her wallet, hoping she would take a rain check.
"You may have it,' replied the insect being. "No charge. Just getting
rid of it is payment enough."
"Thank you so much," said Austy ecstatically.
"Your welcome?" said the insectoid being as she scratched her head.
Today had certainly been better for Austy. She now had a vehicle and starting planning her escape. Between her job and her research, she concluded that the repairs would take approximately a month.
"I hope I can handle a month here," she thought eyeing her new ship.
"Miss?" said the insect creature. "This suspension barge will help you
transport that hunk of jun-.I mean excellent piece of machinery."
Austy thanked her again as she and her new vehicle headed for the Red and Purple Plaza. Austy chuckled at the title of the apartments.
"Wonder where they got that name?"
* This chapter is kind of stupid but next chapter will be really good. ^-^