Wow, I think I have found my drive to continue this story. I reread the portion of the constitution dealing with treaties. I read articles involving the treaty making process and I read up on how to become a member of the UN. This chapter is probably the one I put most effort into because I want it to be as realistic as possible. Realism is something I think every book should have (of course there are some exceptions). This is now the second longest chapter I have written. Yes, it is bigger than last time I said that. Well, I hope you all enjoy!
Inviso-Al: I think everyone hates cliffhangers when they have to wait for the next chapter. Anyways, I didn't even know I ended on one. The Desiree part was foreshadowing….I think. The "help I so kindly offered you was a very easy way for you to disappear if you hate my chapters. Aren't I the nicest?
Aj: My favorite animal is the rhinoceros. Don't ask me why because I don't know. Question time!
1. I have random spouts of hyperness. They are rare though.
2. Life is pretty good for me. I can't complain (too much at least)
3. I am quiet to strangers or people I can't stand, but am outgoing (annoying) to my friends and family.
4: Quiet room. I am not much of a people person; especially strangers.
I think that is all. By the way, I actually like longer review more than shorter reviews.
ATTENTION EVERYONE: Sadly this story is coming to a close soon. I am also drawing a blank for a new plot bunny. So, I want to know if you guys have any good premises for a story (they don't have to be complete). I know some of you have really great ideas but might not want to write it. I promise to ask you to use it first and to give you recognition for the idea and help. That is all.
Danny had to admit, Amity Park looked a lot cooler than when he left. He didn't get a good look at it since he was trying to save the Ghost Zone and all, but they added some neat things. The most prominent feature was a giant Ghost Portal which encompassed the entire city. He didn't know it at the time, but his mother programmed his ghost half's ectosignature into the shield so he can enter and exit Amity Park without any trouble. Apparently, from the success of the first Nasty Burger, I second joint was opened up on the other side of Amity Park. It might start franchising in the near future with the success it is having. The block that was destroyed in Danny's fight with Aragon's assassins was almost fully rebuilt. The city council decided to build a memorial for the 8 victims that couldn't get to safety in time. Danny wanted to visit it and pay his respects but the secret service agents wouldn't let him.
As Danny was driven in a government provided car to a waiting airplane to meet the president, something he still couldn't believe was happening to him, his nerves were starting to get to him. He was trying to wrap his head around the fact that his words held the fate of an entire race of people and the lives of many more. He did not want to accidentally start a war and watch as millions of people die.
The car came to a stop at Amity National Airport and the passenger door was opened by a Secret Service agent.
"Mr. Phantom." He greeted as he let Phantom out of the car. "Just get in the awaiting jet and it will take you to Washington D.C. There another Secret Service car will be waiting to take you to the White House and the president of the United States, Good luck….sir."
Phantom nodded and thanked the agent for the help. He was then checked to make sure he didn't have any weapons on him and was granted entry into the plane.
The exterior plane was pure white with a small blue stripe running right under the windows. When Danny entered the plane, he was greeted by two Secret Service agents.
"Hello Mr. Phantom. We are to accompany you until we stop in D.C," The first one said while smiling.
"Just ask and we shall get it for you." The second agent continued mimicking the first one's actions.
Danny just met them and he already disliked them. They seemed way too happy for his tastes.
Let's hope this plane ride goes smoothly. I don't want to make any more enemies.
Phanrom sat down in a sit right next to the middle window as the plane started to take off. He did his best to ignore the two agents and pretend they weren't even there throughout the entire ride. Five minutes in, Phantom decided to just stare out the window and look at his surroundings. He saw mountains, rivers, unharmed forests, giant skyscrapers, and many other objects.
He couldn't help but think how he would rather just use his ghost powers to fly to D.C. Flying in a plane was fun and all, but it just wasn't the same as flying in his ghost form. While flying, he felt free. He could do whatever he wanted and didn't have to worry about problems of the world. Danny didn't get the feeling in a plane. If anything it felt like he was more attached to the world.
"Mr. Phantom, are you okay sir?" One of the agents asked.
"Hmm? Oh, yeah, I am fine."
"Do you need anything?"
"No, it is okay."
"Ok then" The agent went back to reading his magazine and left Phantom in peace.
I wonder what it will be like to meet the president. Will he be nice or mean?
Phantom spent the rest of the plane ride in silence. It was one of the longest trips in his life.
When the plane finally landed, Phantom almost jumped for joy. He walked out of the plane with the two agents and saw a limo and several other government cars waiting for him. As he walked up, he was greeted by yet another agent.
"Mr. Phantom, your ride is waiting for you. It should take you directly to the White House. Sorry, but we will have to search you again. Please raise your hands."
Phantom did as asked and the agent took out a metal detector and ran it all the way around the ghost.
"You are clean. You may enter now. Good luck sir."
The limo ride was pretty short. The limo stopped at the front gate to the White House and Phantom had to verify that he was in fact Phantom. It was harder than you would think. It's not like he had identification on him; he is a ghost. After the limo arrived at the White House, Phantom got out and was closely followed by several Secret Service agents. The guards at the door let Phantom pass without much trouble.
That was a good thing for them because Phantom didn't think he could handle another check.
He walked through a couple halls escorted by some armed agents and opened the doors to his final destination, the Oval Office.
The president, a balding gray haired man in his mid to late 40's, got up from his seat behind his desk and walked up to Danny to shake his hand.
"Ah Phantom, it is so nice to finally meet you. I have learned so much about you. They say you are strong enough to defeat an entire army," He said while smiling.
Phantom slightly frowned when the president mentioned his strength. He did not want to be remembered as a tool to be used for war.
"Mr. President, I am here to talk business about the Ghost Zone."
The president sat back down at his desk.
"Yes, tell me about this Ghost Zone"
"You should know about it sir. After all, you did want to nuke it."
Danny knew he shouldn't have said it, but it was like his mouth had a brain of its own.
The president shifted in his desk, giving Danny a very menacing glare.
Good work Fenton. You just pissed of the most powerful man in the world.
"Yes well, I want to know about it from your perspective. The president replied.
"Well, the entire Zone is filled with ectoplasm which give all ghosts life. It is like blood for humans except it comes in all forms, solids, liquids, and gases. There are several floating rocks that usually house many objects. Like palaces, prisons or jungles. If you go to the bottom of the Ghost Zone you run into semi flat ground. It is usually filled with graveyards. That is where soul sucking skeletons live. There are some areas on the floor that are habited by other ghosts, but they are hard to find. Currently, the Ghost Zone is probably the home of 50 million ghosts."
Phantom watched as the president's eyes widened with realization.
"There are that many people living in the Ghost Zone?"
Phantom couldn't help but grin at the president's question.
"Well I wouldn't say living, but yes."
The president sat there thinking for around a minute before he finally said,
"Why do you want to be recognized as a nation?"
Phantom couldn't help but frown.
Wasn't it obvious why I want the Ghost Zone to be recognized? We better not just go round and round. I don't think I have the patience for that.
"Mr. President, we should be recognized because it will solve the problem with our war with America. We can also solve a lot of our disputes with humans politically. It will also challenge the stereotype that all ghosts are mindless creatures that only want to haunt humans."
Phantom must have said something right because the president slightly grinned.
"I can respect that Mr. Phantom. Now, one more question. Why did they send you? You must be what fifteen or sixteen."
Phantom looked down at the floor as he said,
"They picked me because they want me to lead the new nation."
This caused the president to chuckle.
"Are you serious? They want a sixteen year old kid to lead all the ghosts."
"Yes, after I helped the Ghost Zone survive a revolution that almost destroyed the human world, they nominated me to become their new leader."
The president then realized the seriousness of the situation.
"Ok then Phantom. I hope you can lead your country to greatness. If America recognizes you as a nation and we sign a peace treaty, you will most likely have to apply for membership in the United Nations. Are you sure you are ready for that?"
"I will have to be Mr. President."
That was exactly the answer he was hoping for.
"Well Phantom", the president said as he extended his hand to shake, "It seems we have a deal. The United States of America shall formally recognize the Ghost Zone as its own nation and whatever leader they deem fit. We also guarantee everlasting peace with them. You better read up on Charter 2 of the United Nations to apply for membership.
Phantom happily took his hand to shake.
"Now please Phantom sign here", the president said as he handed him a pen from his desk.
As Phantom signed he continued.
"Now this just has to go to the Secretary of State and has to pass through the Senate. In other words, you will know f this passes within the month. Until then, we will refrain from any aggressive action as you guys get yourselves situated. Good luck Mr. Phantom and god bless you!"
With that, the president waved his hand and Phantom was escorted out of the Oval Office and back into the waiting limo.
Oh no! I have to go through the same process all over again! Have mercy on me!
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