Okay, here's Chapter 2:
A/N: I made Jake Australian to go with the story. Also, please excuse his accent. I wanted him to sound Australian and native. Also, thank you soo much for reviewing my story, it means a lot to me. Once again, I do NOT own: (1) the characters to Alvin and the Chipmunks and (2) the UCLA Bruins.
It was none other than Alvin's favorite, and only, Cousin Jake.
Jake was born and raised in Australia. He had a father who was a fisherman, or fishermunk, and not only taught him to fish but to fend for himself. He came to the United States to find a career and love. Though not actually related to the Chipmunks, he was taken in by Vinny when he was found in the forest beaten and alone. No one, not even Vinny, knows why or how he came to the U.S. and what happened between him and his father.
Through the years, Alvin, Simon and Theodore grew to love Jake as a lost, distant cousin. Though his fur is way lighter than that of the boys, and his accent is a little native, almost Australian, he is the same age as the boys and also has some of their fine qualities. Like Alvin, Jake is handsome and romantic. Like Simon, Jake has his height and his love for nature, and like Theodore, Jake is a divine cook, although he cooks steak and chicken and Theodore is a vegetarian.
The girls grew to love Jake, too. At first, Brittany thought he was WAY cuter than Alvin, but that was before they started going out. Jeanette loves that he cares about wildlife and the environment and Eleanor loves it when he cooks his famous 'Jake Stake'. Jake and the girls also spend Sunday nights watching H2O. The Chipettes consider him as a friend, though; not a cousin. Though their fur colors are almost identical, they bear no relation. They all may be from Australia, but Jake's accent is more native while the girls speak perfect English. Jake once went with the girls to Australia to go see Olivia, their former caretaker. Olivia loves him for his kindness and native accent. He also helped her re-build the orphanage, hiring a new caretaker as well.
He currently lives with Vinny, helping her around the house and fending off wild predators that disturb the forest. Though the boys are in college, Jake has a job as caretaker and owner of the Wildlife Exhibit at Majestic Movie Studios. Since Frankie still works there and he got promoted from tour bus driver to co-owner of the park (first thing he did was fire Mr. Yesman), he and Jake spend their lunch breaks together (Alvin also taught Frankie how to eat human food, not humans themselves).
"What, mate? I caun't come congratulate my fav'rite cousin for helping my fav'rite college bausketball team win the chaumpionship. That hurts Aulvin, thaut really… hurts!"
"Whoa! Take it easy "mate". I got you tickets didn't I, and you got to see your favorite cousin drop 34 and dish out 18 dimes! YA YOU KNOW ME!!
Jake and Alvin shared a 'cousinly' laugh as well as a double high-five.
"How's it goin' Brittany?"
"Hi Jake", Brittany replied. She still thought Jake was very handsome, but she was with Alvin and only considered Jake as a close friend. They once dated, but their relationship was considered "meaningless". After they split up, Jake insisted that Alvin was right for Brittany, and he was.
"So, Mista Aulvin Seville, now thaut your team has just won tha Nautional Chaumpionship, whaut are you goin' to do next?"
"I'M GOIN' ON A CRUISE, BABY!!"
Jake stood there confused and a little embarrassed. "I thaught they said, 'I'M GOIN' TO DISNEYLAND!' in the commercials".
Simon, Jeanette, Eleanor and Theodore instantly came to see what all the yelling was about.
"Oh, they do. It's just that we're not going to Disneyland, yet. Coach Howland is planning a cruise that will take us to Santa Catalina Island. We will be staying there for 5 days then come right back".
"You never mentioned anything about a cruise", said Simon.
"I didn't until now. Besides, the trip is not 'til two weeks", replied Alvin.
"But Alvin", said a concerned Theodore, "what if the boat sinks like the Titanic?"
"Come on Theo", replied Alvin, "Titanic was only a movie".
"On the contrary", added Simon, "RMS Titanic was an actual Olympic-class passenger line that was supposed to travel from Southampton, England to New York City; however, during her maiden voyage, she struck an iceberg, sank 2 hours and 45 minutes later, and cost the lives of over a thousand people. This all happened in the year 1912, almost a hundred years ago".
"Simon… do you have to be so smart? Besides, I guarantee you that the boat won't sink. Coach has hired some of the most experienced crew men that have ever lived. And another thing, Titanic sunk because of an iceberg. HELLO! Do you see any icebergs on the California coast, especially in the middle of April??"
"Actually, Titanic did sink on April 15, 19…"
"GIMME A BREAK, SIMON!!" yelled an annoyed Alvin.
"But Alvey, I can't go 5 days without you. I can't even go 5 minutes without you", said Brittany, a little worried that Alvin will be away that long.
"Don't worry, baby. I'll just be gone for the week. Also, once I get there, I promise you: no booze, no gambling, and most important no girls".
Brittany looked into his blue eyes and could tell that he was telling the truth.
Alvin continued, "Besides, it's just going to be me, my teammates, our coaching staff, and coach's wife, although she does look good for someone who's 50".
'ALVIN!!" everyone yelled at Alvin's remark.
"Kidding, just kidding", said Alvin, also letting out a nervous chuckle
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For the past two weeks, Alvin was learning how to play shuffleboard, acquire a liking to seafood, how to fish and how to avoid getting motion sickness. Still, he felt pretty bad that he will be gone a whole week and his family and friends will be either stuck at home or at work. To make it up to them, the day before he left, he took his brothers, the Chipettes, Olivia, Frankie and Jake to Disneyland and to an L.A. Angels game, even though Simon preferred the Dodgers (and I'll tell you why).
Finally, the day of the cruise came. The whole UCLA Bruins team had gathered to bid farewell to their close friends and family.
Alvin had just carried the last of his luggage onto the storage vault. Everyone was there to greet him a safe and wonderful trip. Suddenly, the bullhorn had just sounded for all passengers to aboard the cruise liner.
Simon approached Alvin with a warm smile and said, "You behave yourself now".
"Like I never do?" replied Alvin. Simon knew when Alvin was being sarcastic. Both of them shared a brotherly laugh as well as a warm hug.
Next was Theodore. "I packed you all of your favorite treats, including my peanut butter swirlys". Alvin could never resist Theodore's peanut butter swirlys, as they were oh so delicious.
"Thanks, Theo, and I promise you, nothing bad is going to happen".
Theodore took his big brother's advice and gave him a BIG hug.
"I'm gonna miss you too, Theo", said Alvin as he was getting a little teary eyed.
Dave was next. "Take care of yourself, son".
"I will, Dad". Dave was not only proud of Alvin's accomplishment, but was more than proud to call Alvin his son. They shared a warm hug as Alvin was more teary eyed than before.
Jeanette and Eleanor approached Alvin and gave him warm hugs and tips on not just how to be safe but how to have fun. Alvin happily accepted those tips. Now his eyes were filled with tears.
Miss Miller, Olivia and Frankie also took their turns by giving Alvin warm compliments as well as warm hugs. Alvin was also glad that Frankie didn't crush him to death.
Jake gradually said to Alvin, "Stay cool, mate" before hugging him.
Vinny gave Alvin some last minute things, as she had already packed him a first-aid kit, extra clothes and some "nutritious" food.
"MOM! I'll be fine, really, you don't have to", said an embarrassed Alvin as everyone was beginning to snicker. He then gave her a warm hug and a kiss on the cheek. Vinny was so delighted that her little boy was now a grown man, err, munk.
Last but definitely not least was Brittany.
"I'm gonna miss you Alvey".
"I'm gonna miss you more", replied Alvin. At that moment they gazed into each other's eyes, a million thoughts racing in their heads. They suddenly came closer and shared a warm lover's kiss. They would kiss for about 30 seconds, as Alvin had his hands on Brittany's hips, and Brittany had her hands on Alvin's face.
"SEVILLE! IF YOU DON'T GET YOUR FURRY BEHIND UP THIS BOAT RIGHT NOW, WE'RE LEAVING WITHOUT YOU!!" yelled a very stern Coach Howland.
Alvin immediately broke the kiss then whispered into Brittany's ear.
"I've got something really special in store for you when I return".
He then quickly pecked Brittany's cheek and made his way up the stairs and into the boat. Brittany was now more than willing to know what Alvin's 'special' surprise was.
"GOODBYE EVERYONE!! I'LL MISS YOU ALL!!" Alvin yelled from the top of his lungs and also waved farewell. He was also crying.
The Seville's, Miller's, Olivia, Frankie and Jake all waved and yelled back.
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Alvin Seville, who had the heart of a champion, was now on his way for fun and relaxation.
A/N: Viola! Chapter 2. If you like the story so far, Chapter 3 is where the climax begins. Please keep reading and keep reviewing (Criticism is allowed, but please do not say anything vulgar or profane). Thank You:-D
P.S. Back in the story, the reason why Simon prefers the Dodgers because their primary color is blue, also Simon's signature color. Of course, Alvin loves the Angels because their primary color is red and their cap logo is a giant A with a halo around it.