Part 7: Frozen
Tua's house, Canton Ohio; evening...
The sun was setting when the Guardians got back to Canton and back home. Tua had a busy day, one that took a interesting turn with Thor's injury. Tua was smiling as he walked in his house, seeing his Grandfather. He smirked upon seeing him walking in the living room.
Tua's Grandfather: Well someone had a good day.
Tua: I did, guess who I ran into. *his grandfather hummed* I ran into the Packer and Bear Rusher at the HOF hanging out, and learning their BEST FRIENDS.
-His grandfather laughed hard at that.
Tua's Grandfather: *joy* YES! Yes! I bet that was a huge surprise for you?
Tua sat down next to him grinning.
Tua: It was, I do believe this was my reaction.
His grandfather laughed hard as Tua recreated his reaction from earlier to a T.
Tua's Grandfather: Oh yes, that's what I was hoping for. Surprised?
Tua: Very much so. They were looking over some of the old memorabilia and reminiscing.
His Grandfather smiled sighing.
Tua's Grandfather: Good to reminisce. They had a lot of memories when they got here, all differnt ranges of them.
Tua: *nods* We actually started talking...The Bear Rusher, Grizzly, he was quite surprised when I told him I knew about Chuck. Told him you told me, says you are very wise and I agree.
His Grandfather smile grew at that.
Tua's Grandfather: I figured he would be impressed. The Rusher has had a bit of an impact on our family.
Tua went close, intrigued hearing this.
Tua's Grandfather: When our family first came here, it was quite an experience. We arrived in Chicago when you were two years-
2003...
Tua's Grandfather voice: It was a site seeing the city. We of course had to be cautious given one of it's reputation, so we found ourselves at Solider Field.
The family looked at the map.
Tua's Father: -sighs- No matter where you are you will get lost in any city.
Tua's Mother: Indeed, the bus station has to be near by.
They look around.
Tua's Grandfather: Plus side, we get to see Solider Field, just as amazing in real life.
A two year old Tua looked around-before he broke loose from his mothers gripping running over.
Tua's Mother: TUA! FA'AMATALAGA FA'ATELE!
Tua kept running before tackling-
Grizzly: *falls to the ground* WHOA! What the-*sees the two years old-heart melts* Why hello there you little Cub, that was a good tackle-
Tua's parents: TUA!
Both looked over seeing Tua's family run over, freezing in place upon seeing the Bear Rusherz.
Tua's father: Oh-Sorry about my son we got lost-
Grizzly: *Smiles* Don't worry. Your son is a really good tackler, can see he's has a bright future. *hands Tua to his mother* I see you just moved here to the states.
Tua's Grandfather: We have, took awhile but we made it. I must say it's an honor to meet the Rusher of our favorite team.
Grizzly smile grew at this, nodding.
Grizzly: Well, it's a pleasure to meet fellow fans of da Bears. Mind if i ask your last name?
Tua's mother: Tupola.
Grizzly mused hearing this.
Grizzly: So, you moved from Samoa?
Tua's father: Half of us yes.
Grizzly quietly cleared his throat.
Grizzly: Susu mai i le Soldier Field, ou te faʻamoemoe e te vaʻai atu ia te oe pe a uma ona e faia i matou i le fale.
All were astonished at this, but Tua's Grandfather laughed.
Tua's Grandfather: *Smiles* As expected, like second nature to you Rusherz. We're living in Canton but we sure will make sure to come here once in awhile.
Grizzly: Canton, good place for a football family.
That made them smile as Grizzly turned.
Grizzly: *smiles* I'll lead you to the bus heading to Canton. I look forward to see you at the games and routing for us on screen.
Tua's Grandfather voice: He was just as i expected, a kind and sweet soul with a drive to protect.
Present...
Tua: No matter what, the Rusherz seem to have a impact.
Tua's Grandfather: Indeed. *Chuckles* Seeing him going gaga over a two year old you was so cute.
Tua, though blushing at that, chuckled.
Tua's Mother: TUA, TAMA, TA'AI!
Both: Coming!
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All the Guardians ate with their families, smiles on their faces. Yeah, it was hard work watching over the core and Megacores, but at the end of the day it was very satisfying on a hard days work. They soon got their pajamas on, and were relaxing in their rooms..smiling on another good hard days works.
...
It clicked fast.
All five Guardians (minus Ish): *realization* WAIT WHO COOKS FOR THEM?
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Ish felt his smile grew. He had a feeling that his friends were asking a question about the Rusherz. He had to admit, being the first came with fun perks not just with experience. He smirked as he watched preseason news, knowing full well he was going to enjoy their reactions with more discoveries.
Ish: Now I'm looking forward to deep dive more on them.
Meanwhile, HOK...
Thor sighed as he finished the hot dish, his headache decreasing throughout the hours.
Thor: Oh that was good. Thanks Beast, you make it as delicious as always.
Beast smiled, having finished the rest of the dishes and taking Thor's now emptied one.
Beast: Figured a hot meal would help. You feeling better?
Thor: Bit by bit. Still gonna be on IR till I feel ready, and when Freefall says so.
Grizzly and Pack came over, seeing Thor was done.
Grizzly: Glad to hear your feeling a bit better.
Thor: Yeah, sorry for derailing you day with Tua Grizz-
Grizzly: No no, it was a accident and we are all just happy it was nothing serious.
Pack: Yeah, besides Tua texted us saying he had a fun day...even running into your team's consultant when he and the others went to guard your team's Megacore
Thor smile grew hearing that he and the rest of his friends met with Bud. Speaking of him-
Thor: Have to ask, Scale of one to ten?
All three: Seven.
Thor sighed hearing this.
Thor: Okay so he's mad but not tick. Good. I still think we are gonna keep an eye on that safety equipment cause I DON'T TRUST IT. Thank goodness you guys visited me today...*to Grizzly* You got a good kid Grizzly.
Beast: *Smiles* Very good kid, he'll make a great player in the future.
Grizzly smile grew at this.
...
Tua was a very good kid...Grizzly still couldn't beleive he was that same little boy he ran into years ago. He was chill, but he also saw he had a drive that was growing since he became a Guardian. They could see how much he has grown and-they were being honest with themselves, they felt-kinda honored that Tua turned to their league for Leadership lessons. To tell them about some of their late friends, those currently still serving the NFL...it warmed their hearts.
Grizzly: *tears pricking* Halas would of love to meet him and the others.
Pack nodded, tears falling from his eyes as well.
Pack: Curly and Vince would of love to meet them too.
Beast: *reminiscing* William would too.
Thor:-*nods* Our division got a good Guardian on the team.
They all nodded in agreement, they had great Guardians as their friends.
To Be Continued...
Samoan to English translation:
FA'AMATALAGA FA'ATELE!-Please Be Careful!
Susu mai i le Soldier Field, ou te faʻamoemoe e te vaʻai atu ia te oe pe a uma ona e faia i matou i le fale.-Welcome to Soilder Feild, I hope to see you visit once you have made yourselfs at home.
TUA, TAMA, TA'AI!-TUA, FATHER, DINNER!
