Revenant Pov:
"I've got a good life. Many people can say that they have different things that make them enjoy their lives. Me? I've been raised by two human scientists that didn't give up on their hometown after a zombie outbreak. Was welcomed by a rather positive group of zombies and humans and met an incredible werewolf girl after helping them recover their prized possession. Then realizing a myth that aliens do exist and have a history with my friend's girlfriend. Many people would consider it bizarre and possibly unable to comprehend the news, but for me, it's just another day in Seabrook. Especially now that Sentinel has made sure to keep up with looking after the town leaving me to spend time with my friends and my adoptive parents who wanted to see the new and improved Seabrook with the other enhanced zombies."
Morning-Forbidden Forest
Outside of the town within the forest was werewolf territory, it had been open to Seabrook as well anyone around the area so they could enjoy nature without any issues. However, it was still a place to not be trifled with, especially near the wolf den where the wolves were sleeping peacefully. Within the cave and many of its rooms was Wynter's. Which held several photos and a football trophy that she won during her football match during the eels. Most people in Seabrook slept in beds and other means for rest, werewolves however slept close for warmth and comfort. Within her room was Revenant, the zombie who was resting near Wynter seeing that he wanted to spend time with her. Wynter was in his arms laying her head against his chest smiling at how comfortable she felt being with her boyfriend. Slowly opening his eyes, the zombie looked at his girlfriend smiling in her sleep.
"Enjoying yourself?"
A voice spoke out from Wynter's doorway as it was the beta of the pack Waylon. Who heard about Wynter inviting her boyfriend for a sleepover, though he didn't exactly find it amusing for the two to be close with one another. The zombie sighs at the sight of the large wolf since he had protective nature over all wolves in the pack.
"We only watched some movies and told stories; nothing like in nature shows."
Revenant responds to him seeing how Waylon saw Wynter as if she was his sister and being protective of her. Especially when it involved them hanging out and spending quality time, though when it came to this matter his claws were at the ready. Wynter hearing the two talk lets out a yawn before seeing her wolf friend standing near the door.
"Waylon? I told you that we were just having a sleepover."
She stated that ever since most of the wolf pack had started dating such as Wyatt and Eliza then surprised Willa and A-Spen after talking about their roles as leaders for both groups. Waylon was the last one to not have any mates, leaving him to look after the wolf pack if Willa was busy.
"Yes you did, but when it comes to being personal and sharing a cave. I've seen how most couples act like in Seabrook."
Waylon responds out of respect for Wynter and concern since most couples like to have personal time which could lead to rather shifty moments. The two sighed at him as Wynter showed a smirk on her face knowing something that Waylon didn't, which left the beta wolf to look at the zombie confused by the look on Wynter's face.
"I hope you can attend the beach for a performance that Wynter will be doing for everyone after the win from the football game."
The zombie explains how while the Mighty Shrimp had managed to win their game against the eels, they didn't exactly have a chance to celebrate. Looking to Wynter curious how this seemed to be her idea wanted to know what she had exactly planned.
"It was something we watched last night. Most football games have a big party and tons of excitement, cheerleaders have it. So I thought I could do one that's full werewolf style, I asked Addison if she could help out as well Zed and I got their full support."
Informing him how they didn't have a grand celebration of the football game since the alien invasion had taken much of everyone's attention. Waylon raised an eyebrow towards Revenant since this was something he wanted to stir clear from, a loud party that could grab the attention of unwelcomed individuals who were against these ideals.
"While it seems risky to try and have a party I've taken the precautions. Brit has Sentinel agents lined up near buildings that aren't crowded, Eliza has been working on a new suit that can scan a thousand mile radius for nonhuman entities, and one more thing. My parents are on stand by since they've helped with security."
Listing the protection that would be around the beach and everyone during the performance that Wynter wanted to try out. It was unlike Wynter to do something like this, however, the wolves were robbed of a proper party since the aliens arrived which made him nod about how it sounded rather interesting. Deciding to leave the two with their privacy, Wynter merely showed an excited smile about today. While Revenant was still curious if she'd be alright with the event.
"Are you sure you want to do this? I mean I'll support you fully since this is something you want to do. But I want to make sure you are comfortable with performing."
Revenant asked since most of them were seemingly good singers and knew what kind of music they enjoy. What Wynter was suggesting might be too much for Seabrook since they weren't aggressive like zombies or werewolves.
"Of course! Zed has been focused on learning so much from Addison's trip across space which I want to know soon. He left me to set up a celebration for the football game and check some movies and music from last night. We've got it handled."
Wynter responded with the way she wanted to celebrate their football victory and show off the trophy that they won. While knowing that Revenant had protection for her and everyone else since they wanted to make sure nothing ruined it for her and everyone else. The couple got their clothes on and headed out to the wolf room where they saw most of the pack eating breakfast as well as minding their own business, by the sides were Willa and Wyatt who noticed the zombie and werewolf couple checking out the breakfast that was gathered out for everyone.
"Jealous sister?"
Wyatt asks Willa since he was able to finally ask Eliza to be his girlfriend after the alien invasion. Willa seemed to be the only one without that special person in her life, which earned a growl at Wyatt making the werewolf brother show a peaceful smile toward her. However, her growl went away as she tried to not think about that topic.
"I mean there's no competition or anything in getting a date. It's just that I've noticed how you and Waylon seem to get cautious of what Wynter does and spend time with Rev. And not in a pack leader way."
Expressing that out of the entire werewolf pack both she and Waylon were always cautious of Wynter's actions of being here in Seabrook. While she had proven to them numerous times how she was her werewolf and stand her ground in a fight, there was still that her safety over dating was personal since she was both the alpha and Waylon the beta.
"It's just that before coming here, out of everyone in the pack Wynter always strived to prove she was the toughest one here. Going on hunts alone and sparring with Waylon, I want her to know we acknowledge her. And not let her heart get broken by Rev of course."
Willa stated her protective nature over the wolf girl since she knew that Wynter was strong, and how she wouldn't let Rev break her heart without repercussions. Taking a moment to look at her and Revenant, the two were sharing some food and laughing about the conversation they were having. A smile formed on her face since that idea was slowly going away since she was getting too defensive for the moment.
"He won't. And besides, today is special since she's going to be hosting a celebration party for the Mighty Shrimps. So we need to be there to encourage her."
Her brother brought up an important event happening today meaning Wynter would need her full support as well the rest of the pack. The alpha decided to agree with her brother and presumed to eat her breakfast so that she and the others would be there for their fellow packmate when the football celebration would start later in the day.
Later-Seabrook Boardwalk
Several hours pass as the day went by and the football celebration was slowly starting. Coming from all across Seabrook was everyone anxious to see how they would enjoy the victory the football team had earned when they handled the alien invasion.
"I'm proud to announce that after numerous days of scheduling and making sure that Sentinel and the Zombie Patrol are fully secured to protect our town. We can finally have an event without any issues, leading to the grand celebration of Seabrook's Mighty Shrimps!"
Mallory announced to the crowd that had gathered across the boardwalk as several concession stands were set up plus a band playing music as it was a special occasion. Everyone headed over to the stand to enjoy themselves, especially Zed who was with Addison since they brought along his sister Zoey who was walking Puppy across the boardwalk.
"Acknowledge football, that's a sight to see since so far Bucky's been the spotlight of attention when it involved cheerleader."
Making a statement about how much of their time during their time at school it was usually cheerleading that took the attention. Though now it was football's chance to be celebrated since he and the others at Seabrook high class had graduated, Addison chuckled at how her boyfriend seemed excited to see the football getting the attention now.
"Well, I'm glad that you are excited to see them. But I think you should also be excited to see Wynter's performance since she was the one that helped the team during the match."
Reminding him that out of all the football players on his team that won the game, she was the one who wanted to do something special. Leaving Zed to nod since this felt special to her since he was the one that encouraged her to join the Mighty Shrimp. Continuing to walk they didn't notice Zoey following Puppy near the sands as her zombie dog was sniffing out much of the area. Continuing to sniff the large canine soon noticed by the side a head which was the peacekeeper Apex buried in the sand along with the aliens who were visiting the beach as well came by to enjoy the football celebration.
"Aerial, everyone? I thought you exploring the town and trying out the froyo."
Addison was surprised about for the past week the aliens have been exploring most of Seabrook and checking out the different types of activities and foods that the town offered for them. Seeing them here as well as participating in the event was surprising to Addison, but she accepted it all the same.
"We heard about the werewolf Wynter performing when Revenant told us about it. Apparently what she suggested involved waking people up as well as making everyone howl."
A-Spen explained to Addison what Wynter had in mind which had her and Zed curious since neither of them knew what Wynter had in store. Checking out who else was at the beach was Eliza who was with Bonzo and Bree who was looking at the stage that was built for the occasion.
"Big."
Bonzo stated to Eliza that she and Brit were responsible for setting it up for the event. As Zed and Addison were about to greet their friends, they heard a sudden scream which the others turned around noticing what looked like living gas. Laughing at the sight the two could try to see a face within it which was Mist, one of the enhanced zombies that Revenant's adoptive parents had worked with during their time away from Seabrook.
"Well, it ain't the half alien human and zombie power couple. Never exactly a chance to see you face to face, or rather face to gas."
She asked as it seemed Mist had a mischievous personality since her time in town, however it was still a wonder for Zed and Addison to meet a zombie like her. The moment however was interrupted by a cough as it was Revenant's parents Mathew and Susan. Who had with them both Cortex and Sal since this was their first time being a part of a Seabrook event.
"I thought we told you to not scare people when you out of your suit."
Susan told Mist like a mother would as she noticed the armored suit designed to keep her gaseous form contain and allow her to contact with physical objects. Rolling her eyes Mist merely listen to her words and flew into her suit of armor so no one else would be afraid of her. The others turned to Zed and Addison as they greeted the young adults who helped out the town countless times.
"Hello, Mr. and Ms. Jones. Glad you can the Mighty Shrimp victory celebration, I bet it's been a while since you've been away for so long."
Addison asks the Jones about how for the last couple of years the couple has spent day and night managing the enhanced zombies to make sure they mastered their unique abilities. It came at a sacrifice since they couldn't check up on the changes of Seabrook, however, they managed to keep dabs on the town from their zombie son.
"Not that long, especially how Rev described how Zed caused a bit of trouble. Still, I can see how it turned out well in the end."
Mathew made a joke of Zed who'd usually gotten Rev in trouble in the past, however, the results were everyone accepting one another. Both an idea and dream that the pair didn't imagine happening, humans and zombies as well as surprising aliens bonding with one another. Though what was suspicious for them was several people standing away from the crowded places with glasses over their eyes watching the area.
"Rev wanted to take extra precautions with Sentinel to watch for anything that ruin the moment. So far we've had a track record for unusual visits from certain creatures that don't enjoy 'fun' moments."
Zed recognized the looks on both Mathew and Susan's faces about the sudden need for protection for the event. Just as they took a moment to think about it, the crowd noticed how the stage was starting to have the lights turn on getting their attention. All around everyone was gathering from the humans, the zombies along with Willa's pack and A-Spen's aliens who saw coming up the stage was Bucky. Cheer captain and sometimes the fact of attention for Seabrook High and all things cheerleader related activities.
"I don't know but I'm getting this strange urge to kick that guy for some reason."
Sal the zombie fish hybrid stated at the sight of Bucky which made Zed laugh a bit in silence while getting a look from Addison since she knew how her cousin was troublesome during certain moments. Everyone taking a moment of silence saw how Bucky was about to talk to amass of people gathering around the stage.
"For a while football hasn't been exactly my type of sport since it involves a lot of physical activity. However, it's a major win since we won the national trophy!"
Shouting out loud before pulling out the trophy from the side which caused everyone to cheer at the sight of the trophy. Shining with the sun reflecting off the gold surface, having the symbol of Shrimpy on the emblem, and having dark pink with green at the sides. It was a sight to behold by everyone, holding the trophy close Bucky could see how much they were praising the trophy while believing they were praising him since he still was popular in the town.
"To congratulate on a victory like this, one of our mighty shrimp players wanted to share a song. I'd offer to help out make it exciting but, our local protector wanted to make sure it was special. So, let's get this celebration started!"
Announcing to the people as they cheered out loud to see what exactly Bucky was talking about. Behind the curtains, a violin began to play which left Bucky to run out quickly due to the frightful start, adding on was a guitar playing several cords as the stage began to let out smoke from the sides. Curious about the sight not knowing what Wynter had in store, Eliza merely smiled at the sight which got the attention of her friends.
"I got told about what Wynter wanted, and I have to say the outcome. It's going be quite the ride."
The tech expert stated as the curtains soon dropped showing a surprising sight on the stage. Wynter along with Night wing, Revenant, and Brit. Each of them is on an instrument including the Fruitpire with his violin, Brit with a guitar, and Rev on drums. Wynter was the one with the microphone and her guitar that she got made from Sentinel. The four had on football style clothing that had the mighty shrimp symbol and each of them had a smile on their face.
"This is most curious, what will they do now?"
A-Lan asks about how he'd never seen a performance like this as suddenly Wynter hits a power cord which made everyone feel the vibration from across the beach. The four started to play which involved a rocking beat, from hitting the drums and playing the instruments left Wynter to give the crowd a fierce look at every one.
"Say your prayers little one don't forget my love, to include everyone."
Starting off her song as she turned to Revenant the zombie boy nodded as made sure not to break the drums as he kept up the beat. Looking at his friends and Wynter performing, it was a surprise how her idea for the performance was based on a metal band that they watched last night during their sleepover.
"I tucked you in, warm within, keep you free from sin. 'Till the Sandman he comes!"
Continuing her song as the wolf girl continued to play her guitar feeling the strings vibrating off her fingers and sensation. The others felt much the same seeing that they wanted to help Wynter with this activity, not knowing about the part about doing a metal song for everyone. Looking at Brit the wolf girl gestured to get ready for the next part.
"Sleep with one eye open, gripping your pillow tight!"
Letting out a howl just as Brit stepped on a pressured switch that fired off several smoke streams in the air as if they were fireworks. Everyone cheered at the colorful smoke as the band continued to performance letting the applause push them further to entertain them.
"Exit light, enter night! Take my hand, we're off to never never land!"
She and the others sing together at the same time feeling the moment and continuing with the performance. Though as everyone watched the show, the Sentinel guards noticed something near the water as it slowly moved strangely. Some of them walked over to check it out not noticing what was going on and thinking it was the current.
"Something's wrong, shut the light, heavy thoughts tonight and they aren't of Snow White."
The singing continued as the guards decided to return to watching over the show and the audience who were enjoying the moment. Except a shift in the water made the guard turn his head at what made the sudden swishing sound. Feeling nervous he was slowly about to call out the others to get conformation about if anything was happening.
"Dreams of war, dreams of liars, dreams of dragons' fire! And of things that will bite, yeah!"
Hearing Wynter's voice goes across the beach as suddenly threw the water a pair of eyes locked onto the Sentinel guard. Before he could shout out his foot was snagged by the figure before being brought into the water. Other guards who took a moment to investigate the water soon saw the water acting up.
"Sleep with one eye open, gripping your pillow tight!"
Preparing for the second verse, more eyes began to appear in front of the guards as well snatching them from the surface without making any type of commotion from the crowd. So far the band kept everyone distract as something was taking away any type of protection from the beach. Meanwhile, for Wynter and the others, they continued to play not noticing what was happening right behind them.
"Exit light, enter night! Take my hand, we're off to never never land!"
Shouting out to the crowd having them cheer even louder as Wynter couldn't believe how many people were enjoying her singing. Especially her packmates who were howling for encouragement as well as her friends applauding for the performance. With the performance going on, Zoey noticed Puppy acting up as well looking at the water. Running fast past the people left the zombie girl to follow in pursuit curious about what was happening.
"Now, I lay me down to sleep. Pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I die before I wake, pray the Lord my soul to take."
Hearing Brit's voice as she was adding her voice to the song while Zoey noticed how Puppy was barking at the water. Walking over to calm him down, she noticed how the water was bubbling as if someone was drowning. However, they stopped as she saw a shadowy figure slowly coming up from the water.
"Hush, little baby, don't say a word. And never mind that noise you heard. It's just the beast under your bed. In your closet, in your head!"
Both Brit and Wynter singing as suddenly emerging from the water was a woman. An aquatic female with coral and sea shells she used for clothing, having blonde hair with blue eyes. She had with her what looked like a trident as she rose it in the air as a symbol, suddenly emerging from the water were several more beings like her which took the audience by surprise.
"Exit light, enter night! Grain of sand!"
Wynter and the others continued their performance not hearing the screams from the beach as they saw emerging from the waters aquatic beings with armor as well having gills and fins. Most of the audience looked seeing no signs of Sentinel or any kind of Zombie patrol units watching over them as they were surrounded by these new visitors.
"Exit light, enter night! Take my hand, we're off to never never land!"
Finishing the song as Wynter lets out a howl of her finishing the song and the others as they didn't hear applause for cheer for the performance. Instead of their sight, the four saw all around their friends and family a new group surrounding everyone. Taking a moment to get a view of them, Night wing was surprised by what they were.
"Merfolk?"
Sounding speechless at the name of the beings around everyone feeling like it had been ages since anyone had seen them. More importantly, how they looked like they were ready for combat having all manners of weapons, Revenant and Wynter looked at one another not knowing how they didn't see this coming. Rather than how this came from right within their home, the only question was what they wanted from the town.
"The song used for this chapter was 'Enter Sandman' by Metallica, all rights belong to the band. You may ask any questions about the new arrival of the merfolk in the comments below, until then. See you soon~"
