Old Town

Central: An

Elseworlds Tale

Disclaimer: I've recently felt a desire to write something Flash related and this came to mind.

Summary: A look at a day in the life of Old Town Central's Speediest Hero.

10:29 AM

A loud clang echoes in the air after a large weapon had failed to hit its mark. "Whoa! You've gotta be more careful with that thing as someone could lose an eye!" Called out a figure in an all red outfit known simply as The Flash.

The other figure, clad in a red and yellow outfit from head to toe but with his face all covered up, said nothing at all as he reeled in his mobile flying Guillotine. The yellow of his outfit looking like a quilted pattern styled cover. But the quiet figure made it work for him thanks to how intimidating he could be! "Man, I'd love to hear you say something for once! Its never fun fighting you cause you're just so silent!"

Naturally, the figure said nothing as he threw out his flying Guillotine once again. Something the Flash used to his advantage and with his amazing speed, hit the figure from the side. Sending him a few inches away to the ground and down and out for the count. "12 to 0 in my favor with the crowd going wild here in Old Town Central!"

Granted, the crowd was a small one made up of those crazy enough to stick around for a fight where they could easily get hurt. Or had their heads cut off thanks to the flying Guillotine thing! For those wondering, the guy I just knocked out? That's the Flying Guillotine Master. Nobody knows where he comes from or how he's able to do what he can. Not even the telepaths as this guy's even quiet in his own head! Which is kinda freaky, ya know!? But now that he's out and the boys in black and blue are picking him up, I can get on with patrol before I gotta head to class. Woot!

With a cheesy smile and two thumbs up, the figure known as the Flash sped off with a trail of lightning following behind. In case you're wondering who I really am underneath this mask? Well, for most, its a secret to be kept from. But with you, I think I can trust you as I am the one and only Wally West! I used to also think I was the fastest guy alive but a number of things has taught me otherwise. But that's okay, its better to not have a big head about some things as my momma always said!

Wally sped about through Old Town Central, occasionally waving to various people as he did so and even taking Selfies with his fellow Central natives.

12:30 PM

Now you might be wondering, why's a guy like me in school when I could be usin' my gift to make all the money in the world? Well, the simple thing of it is, education is more important to me then makin' money. Of course, seein' the lovely sights of Jesse Wells, Linda Park, and Bea de Costa is an EXCELLENT bonus too.

The trio themselves are walking past his Engineering class, chatting animatedly amongst themselves. "Ladies." Greeted the African American Speedster with a smile.

"Wally!" Greeted back the trio and giggling as they did so.

Making the Speedster quite pleased with himself. He watched them continue onwards until a throat cleared, causing him to momentarily freeze. "Oogle the ladies on your own time, Mr. West." Chided Professor Ronnie Raymond gently.

Wally smiled sheepishly at him. "Right, sorry sir."

Yep, that's our Professor Raymond! One of the best Engineering Professors in the whole of Megapolis. Word has it that he used to be known as the heroic Firestorm before deciding to fully focus on the teachin' gig. I think that mighta had somethin' to do with his wife, Dr. Caitlin Snow, managin' to convince him. Not that he'll ever confirm that of course!

3:45 PM

Wally was back out on the streets as the ever lovin' Flash for a bit until it was time to head back for more classes. Now you might be wondering, 'Megapolis'? And well, its like this. A long number of years ago, progress got so widespread that a number of cities found themselves connected. From New York City to Starling City. Its pretty crazy but I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. Its kinda like those Judge Dredd comics but, you know, without the radiation problems.

6:13 PM

"Wally, my man, you need to get over to Star sometime." Tommy Merlyn told his best friend.

Who just chuckled. "I've been workin' on it, man, but you know how it is with classes, family life, and school life."

"Let's substitute classes for running a company in my case. And let's also not forget the big hero thing."

"Kinda hard for both of us to forget, bro." Wally retorted and Tommy just grinned.

"As the saying goes, it ain't easy bein' green."

Snickers came from the two. Yeah, that's right, everybody, my best friend, Tommy Merlyn, is the Green Arrow. Very few people know about that and that's just how he likes it. Which, I completely understand considerin' my thing as the Flash. He and I have been friends for years and it was only about two years after he started shootin' arrows that I became Mr. Speedy and then he became my mentor. Thankfully, he's not as gruff or asshole like as one of his mentors used to be.

"So, is your sister free tonight?"

Wally rolled his eyes at the unsubtle way his best friend rolled right into that one. Tommy's also kinda had a thing for my sister, Iris West, for years but she's never given into his charms. Not that that's stopped him any of course. Hell, he even thinks he's startin' to win her over!

"You can try but you know she's gonna say no."

Tommy shook his head. "Nah, I've got all new lines that'll gaurantee me a date this time." Declared the archer smugly.

But his best friend seemed doubtful of that. "He who doubts, pays always for lunch."

Again, Wally rolled his eyes. "Yeah, nice try."

"Darn."

The Speedster shook his head good naturedly.

11:05 PM

Once again, Wally was in his suit as he fought against a Meta. This one being particularly nasty thanks to the fact she's a walking, talking Shark woman. Who goes by the name of Queen Shark. "Whoa! You've really gotta cut back on the violent impulses!" Quipped Wally as he ducked a car door being thrown his way.

"I'll eat you instead!"

"I'm against being eaten, lady."

A growl came from Queen Shark as she rushed him, eager to put a hurting on him. But he was simply too fast for her. Well, that's a day in my life, talking Sharks and all. But I'd better fully focus on this then chattin' it up with you guys!

Author's Notes: Heh, I still want to write some Flash stuff.