Chapter 11: An Old Flame
Batman and Robin were cutting Finn and Jake free from their cocoon holdings right after Killer Moth and his swarm had carried off an unconscious Marceline. Batman freed Finn with his batarang and Robin freed Jake with his katana. Once they were free, Finn asked in distraught, "Why didn't you follow that creep and those monsters? They took the woman I love!". "We couldn't just leave you here when you couldn't get free from the cocoon on your own.", Batman said. "Yeah, that girl seems tough. I'm sure she'll be fine until we save her.", Robin said. "He's right, Finn. We both know how tough Marcy is and she can take care of herself.", Jake said. "Maybe so, but we still have to save her.", Finn said in worry. "I know and we will. I just meant I'm sure she'll be fine until we rescue her.", Jake said. Batman put his hand on Finn's shoulder and assuringly said, "We'll find her, Finn. I promise.". Finn gave the superhero a slight smile in response to that. "No matter what, those moths really are too much for all of us. We're going to need more firepower to take them all out and stop Killer Moth.", Jake said. "Firepower. I think we know of someone who might give us just that. Someone from the land of Ooo and who I have a complicated past with.", Finn said. Jake knew who he was talking about and reacted by saying, "Are you sure that's a good idea? I mean you haven't spoken to her in quite a while, and I don't know how she'll feel about saving the girl you're currently with.". "There's no need to worry about that, Jake. Me and her are totally cool and I know she's always itching to get out of her castle to let loose her firepower.", Finn said. "Well, if you think she'll help us stop Moth and save Marcy, then let's go get her.", Jake said. Robin looked at them confused because he didn't know who they were talking about. "Who are you two talking about?", Robin asked. "My ex-girlfriend.", Finn answered. Batman got a beeping on his gauntlet telling him someone was trying to get in touch with him. It was Lucius Fox who started the conversation after the call was answered. "Good news, sir. The Batmobile is all fixed up and I added a special coating like you asked that should keep the acid from having the same effect as it had on the car before.", Fox informed his boss. "Thanks, Lucius. Robin and I are on our way to pick it up. Also, get in touch with Oracle to see if she can keep track of any signs of Walker and his moths.", Batman said. "I'll do it right now, sir.", Fox said and then went off. Batman turned towards his allies and said, "Me and Robin will go pick up my car and keep our ears open for any news of Moth. Meanwhile, you go see if your friend can help.". "Okay. Keep us posted.", Finn said. Batman and Robin grappled out of sight so they can go pick up the Batmobile. While Finn and Jake went back to Ooo and were headed straight for the Fire Kingdom. The Fire Kingdom is where Finn's ex-girlfriend, Flame Princess rules after she dethroned her father and locked him in the same lamp that she was trapped in for most of her life. Flame Princess was currently sitting on her throne with her loyal bodyguard Cinnamon Bun standing next to her while wearing his Flame Shield and her little servant Flambo taking a nap on the other side of the throne. Flame Princess looked at the entrance and saw her ex-boyfriend and his dog approaching at immediately got up. "Flame Princess! We have to talk to you!", Finn said. "Finn, stop! You'll burn alive in here without the flame shield. Flambo, wake up and cast flame shield on them.", Flame Princess said. Flambo woke up and responded by saying, "Sure, FP. Whateva ya say.", Flambo said. The little fire creature went over to the duo and said the spell and then spit on them that made them blue like Cinnamon Bun. "Okay, now you can come in.", Flame Princess said. The two then entered the castle and approached its ruler. "Hey, Finn.", Flame King said to the hero above while he was still locked in that lamp. "Hey, Flame King.", Finn said. "Hi, guys! It's always nice to see you!", Cinnamon Bun said. "Good to see you too, CB.", Jake said. "So, Finn and Jake. What do I owe this unexpected pleasure?", Flame Princess said as she was back to sitting in the throne. "We came here because we really need your help.", Finn said. "My help? Why, what's wrong?", she asked. "There's this city in another dimension that's being attacked by giant bug monsters and we're totally outnumbered. But I figured with your fire powers, we might be able to win.", Finn said. "Sounds serious, but that really doesn't give a good reason for me to help you guys out.", FP said. "It's not just that. Marceline is in danger. The monsters and their leader kidnapped her after they defeated her.", Finn said. "It's true. Those things were too much even for her.", Jake said. "Well, you know I have nothing against Marceline. From what I've heard, you two seem to be doing well together and I'm really happy for you both, but I still don't see what good this will do me. My place is here ruling the flames and lava of my kingdom and not frying a bunch of stupid bugs terrorizing a city.", Flame Princess. "Come on, FP. This could also be a chance for you to release some of that chaotic energy you haven't been able to let loose as much ever since you became ruler here. I know you want to do that.", Finn said. Flame Princess thought for a moment as she does agree being ruler has caused her to bottle up a lot of emotion that she normally releases by going chaotic like during the days when her and Finn were dating. "And if you help us, you'll be a hero. You'll save the day because of the good in you, I always saw ever since we met.", Finn said. That really touched Flame Princess' heart to hear which persuaded her even more to help them. "That is true. I could use some action. And you always treated me well, Finn. Always believed in the good in me, even after we broke up. Okay, I do believe I owe you this. I'll help you guys.", Flame Princess said as she got up from her throne and walked towards the brothers. "Oh, thank you so much!", Finn said in joy as both he and Jake hugged the fiery girl. "We'll look after the castle while you're gone.", Cinnamon Bun said. "Yeah, we'll keep the throne nice and warm for ya.", Flambo said. "It's always warm because of where we are, Flambo.", Cinnamon Bun said. "Yeah, I just meant...you know what I mean.", Flambo said. Finn, Jake, and Flame Princess walked out of the castle where the flame shield faded away on the two heroes. "So, is it gonna be just you guys, me, and Marceline going on this adventure?", the princess asked. "No, we have someone else helping us. Someone who is really mathematical!", Finn said as the three of them made their way back to Gotham.
