Here's chapter 9!
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TheSnackPack - Yes, it's sad, but at least he has a hero in his family to be remembered. I'm glad that the others made it, too.
Reby Montana - Yes, Wood did saved his family and friends for now. Who knows what will happen on next Trollstice? Though the loss was great, at least the rest survived and will share comfort and happiness to the others.
Black Raider - Yeah, fire on the bad guy's butt is a classic comedy act. Of course it was terrifying! It's like death day for the trolls. One more year of peace before the next Trollstice, yes, it's a scary thought but life must go on. Oh, something or somethings will happen before that, I assure you, but you have to be patient to see what it is.
InBetweenWithAFadingDream - I appreciate your thoughts and review for the story. I always love giving backstory to my favorite characters even though they're sad. Yeah, it was too far to use fire, but remember that the Bergens were being lead by an evil Chef, even though she isn't the Queen. Yes, it's a tragic event, but at least many still survived.
mlpfanceline1 - It may not be as tragic as the last chapter, but it was still scary and sad in some way. It's sad, but he deserved to know that his grandfather died by saving another: his father. Yeah, ouch. Well, at least you liked the chapter.
A Blue Angel Born From Love
Chapter 9: Celebrating Life
Trollstice had come and gone, at least for this year. The trolls had spent half the night mourning and recovering while in the morning, they spent it cleaning, re-building their homes, and even tending to the sad and injured. Besides the ones they've lost, no other troll has been gravely injured other than minor scratches, slight burns, and bruises. However, the emotional injuries will take a long time to heal especially to those who's family member had been taken away from them.
Rosiepuff took the honor of taking care of the young orphans and traumatized children because of her sweet nature. Whenever she sees a child in need, she would comfort them and love them as they were her own. Primrose helped her along too. She understood what it's like to be an orphan and helped the children find happiness even after all they've lost and endured.
Wood would often pass by and watched his loved ones at work. It amazed him of how much love Primrose and his mother give to the others and made sure that none of them ever turn gray. This is just one of the things he truly admire from them.
All the while, King Peppy watched his whole village working together and it looked like that all will be alright, at least until next Trollstice. His wife Joy came to his side, placing an arm on his shoulder. "The village is dwelling well after all that's happened."
"Yeah, I see that. It's good to know there's no cold-hearted troll here. Each one looks after their own and help one another. They're good trolls. All of them," He said and then sighed sadly.
Joy witnessed him slouching down. His gaze was down and sullen as if there's no bright side at all. She became concerned. "Is something bothering you, Peppy? And please don't say nothing."
Peppy sighed. "It's complicated."
"If you're hurting, let me help. I'd like to help," She said softly.
"You want to know what's bothering me? I'm a failure as a king!" He exclaimed. "As king, it's my responsibility to protect every one of my people. Every Trollstice, they all count on me to keep them safe but each year, I end up losing more trolls to the Bergens. How can I be the best leader if I can't protect a single one of them?!" He finished by hitting his fist on the wall and sighing in defeat.
Joy knew the heavy responsibility he has while carrying the title as king. It's not an easy job but being his wife has made her see how noble and caring he is, despite the danger. She gently places her hand on his shoulder. "You're not a failure. You're the greatest leader and a wonderful husband. Peppy, the best leader isn't the biggest, strongest, or even the fastest. The best leader is the one who cares the most and stands up for others, like you do. You can't keep blaming yourself for the lives we'd lost. It's not your fault.""
Peppy sighed deeply. "Maybe not, but still, I wish I could have done more."
"You are doing more by protecting the ones we do have and by keeping their happiness inside of them," Joy smiled. "I'm not saying this as your queen, I'm saying this as your friend and wife. You were always worthy of being a king even before you became one. I know that you'll find a way to protect the trolls sooner or later. I'm counting on you as do everyone else," she said as she gave him a kiss on his cheek.
Peppy turned to his wife with a caring smile. "One day, I will find a way where we can all escape. We'll find a place away from the Bergens, a place where there's fresh air, clean water, sweet acoustics..." This made them both giggle. "...and where everyone could have and raise their children safely...including ours someday."
"Yeah, I love that idea. And I know that when we do have a child, he or she will be lucky to have you as a father."
"And you as a mother," Peppy grinned and both trolls shared a kiss together before returning back to watching their kingdom recover.
That night, as King Peppy declared the day before, was the night where they would celebrate the joy of life. It's a tradition they added which after every Trollstice, the surviving trolls would have a party where they celebrate their survival and to be thankful of having another day of living. The party will be held on the royal pod and everyone's invited.
On top of the tree, Ripple and Wood was on lookout. They turned their heads to the left, then to the right, and then forward to where they saw Bergen town. They wanted to make sure there was no Bergen lurking about. Trollstice may be over, but one cannot be too careful.
They watched the last house that has its lights lit, until in an instant, the lights went out. Bergens went to sleep which meant one thing: Par-Tay!
"They're out!" Ripple said with a grin.
Wood smiled and then grabbed a kazoo and blew with all his might, letting out a sound note for all to hear inside the royal pod, signaling them that the coast was clear.
Inside the pod, Big Bash heard his friend's signal. "All clear! Let's get this party started, right?"
"Swuuuueeeeeet!" Shiningstar shouted happily as Big Bash pulled down a roof cover, letting the moonlight into the room right onto DJ Sonic's stereo system on his Wooferbug and another to a drum set station where Shiningstar played the drums. A few glitter trolls joined him and started a drum band together.
"Yeah! Turn up the volume! Whoo!" DJ Sonic shouted. Four glitter trolls swung around til they formed together a troll disco ball which shone through out the area. Rhythm and Starlight slingshotted balls of glitter into the air, creating showers of glitter onto the trolls.
Everyone was there dancing, laughing, cheering, and shouting cries of happiness. "Yeah-Hoo!" Everyone cheered on.
"This is your celebration," DJ Sonic sang along. Then Shiningstar, Wood, and Feather joined him as they sang the next lyrics together.
[Shiningstar, Wood, Feather, and DJ Sonic:]
Cel-e-brate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate)
Cel-e-brate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate)
Wood took the microphone and sang his verse as he stood before all the trolls. He motion them all to dance or sing along should they want to.
[Wood:]
There's a party goin' on right here
A celebration to last throughout the years
Shiningstar skidded next to his friend and sang next.
[Shiningstar:]
So bring your good times, and your laughter too
[Feather:]
We gonna celebrate your party with you
Come on now!
Feather finished his verse with a suave voice style which attracted many girls, but he set his eyes only on Silkie whom he obviously has a crush on.
[Trolls:]
Celebration
[Wood:]
Let's all celebrate and have a good time
[Trolls:]
Celebration
The trolls happily cheered for Wood and his friends. They helped along in making their little band become spectacular while they had fun. Some trolls released fireflies for lighting and even took out glow sticks and waved them around.
Thorn took a couple of beetles, rubbed them together and used their static to give juice to lights, which also ended up getting him shocked at well.
Even some troll children swung around on the streamers like monkeys on a vine, laughing on the way.
[Shiningstar:]
We gonna celebrate and have a good time
[Wood:]
It's time to come together
[Feather:]
It's up to you, what's your pleasure?
[Shiningstar, Wood, Feather, and DJ Sonic:]
Everyone around the world
Come on!
"Yeah-hoo!" Everyone chanted along.
[Shiningstar, Wood, Feather, and DJ Sonic:]
Celebrate good times, come on!
[Wood:]
It's a celebration
[Shiningstar, Wood, Feather, and DJ Sonic:]
Celebrate good times, come on!
When the song was finished, King Peppy stood to the stage and DJ Sonic handed him a microphone. The trolls quieted down as he spoke.
"Give it up for Wood and the boys for starting the celebration here!" All the trolls cheered and clapped their hands for them Wood and his friends bowed their heads and went down the stage. "You know, today's the day we celebrate of being thankful that we'd survived another Trollstice. As you know, the only regret I have is not having all the trolls here tonight. So, let's take a few seconds of silence to honor our lost friends and families from Trollstice."
All the trolls bowed their heads in silence in honor of the trolls taken on Trollstice. A sad memory but they will be remembered always by their friends and families. Once they were done, Peppy spoke again. "I'll let you guys have some more fun, but to kick things off tonight, I got a special treat. Guys, this one's for you. Our own lovely Queen Joy and her best friend, Primrose!"
Wood was surprised at the mentioned of Primrose going onstage with the Queen, though it's no surprise that she can sing good since he heard it himself. Now he gets the chance to hear her sing with Joy together.
At that moment, Joy and Primrose rose to the stage with microphones in hand as the crowd cheered for them.
"Good evening, trolls! Come out guys, put your hands up!" Joy cried out.
"DJ, Star, give us a beat!" Primrose suggested.
Shiningstar started drumming loudly while another troll played his guitar and DJ Sonic played his stereo. The girls tapped their feet in rhythm to the beat and moved alongside the music. Looking out to the crowd, they started singing their song.
[Primrose and Joy:]
La la-la-la la
La-la la-la-la
La la-la-la la
La-la la-la-la
Everyone clapped their hands while others threw glitter bombs up high as they exploded in the air as fireworks.
[Joy:]
There's a place I know, it's always jumping,
I'm thinking we should go and leave our worries.
You got a friend in me, and I'll tell you something:
This time can be extraordinary!
The crowd started to have their own fun as the music played. The adult trolls used their hairs to form slides for the little ones which they enjoyed sliding down. Feather and Wood even let the children climb on their arms and gently swung back and forth like swings as the kids laugh.
[Joy:]
When shadows fall you're feeling small,
It looks like walls are closing in.
Don't be afraid, the dark will fade,
Just take my hand and look again!
Joy and Primrose locked arms together as they saw everyone playing and dancing together in sheer joy and happiness. It brought smiles to their faces to see them having the time of their lives.
[Primrose and Joy:]
This side of paradise
[Joy:]
Is where I want to be.
[Primrose and Joy:]
This side of paradise
[Primrose:]
For you and me.
[Primrose and Joy:]
This side of paradise,
[Joy:]
what you get is what you see.
[Primrose:]
And I never thought I'd see a place as nice,
This side of paradise.
[Crowd:]
La la-la-la la
La-la la-la-la
La la-la-la la
La-la la-la-la
Joy then stared at Primrose and looked beyond them seeing their loved ones watching them. They nodded in agreement and went towards Peppy and Wood respectively. They both grabbed their hands and pulled them to the stage and started dancing with them. The boys didn't hesitate and let their girls lead them.
[Joy:]
Forget about the pain and doubt,
Your happiness is overdue.
Joy motioned Feather and Silkie to them and made a rolling motion with her hands. Getting the idea, the two trolls stood at each side of the stage. In an instant, Feather and Silkie locked hairs together and used it as a jump rope for the the royal trolls and Wood and Primrose. Holding hands together, the four trolls jumped rope.
[Primrose:]
I've been dreaming of (dream) the skies above,
Dancing through the stars with you,
Oh, take me to...
Before they knew it, more trolls came up, wanting to join in their jumping fun including Shiningstar, Rhythm, and even Thorn too.
[Primrose and Joy:]
This side of paradise
[Joy:]
Is where I want to be.
[Primrose and Joy:]
This side of paradise
[Primrose:]
For you and me.
[Primrose and Joy:]
This side of paradise,
[Joy:]
what you get is what you see.
[Primrose:]
And I never thought I'd see a place as nice,
This side of paradise.
[Crowd:]
La la-la-la la
La-la la-la-la
La la-la-la la
La-la la-la-la
They finished with a proud prose as glitter fireworks exploded over them, creating a wonder finale. The whole crowd including their friends applauded loudly and rapidly. As usual, their performance was spectacular. Primrose and Joy smiled widely and laughed along with Wood and Peppy.
"Let's give our hand to our talented Primrose and Joy, and let's not forget his majesty and Wood for their part of the show. Another magnificent show, guy!" DJ Sonic declared which all the other trolls agreed as they cheered.
"This was the most wonderful party yet! Thank you, everyone!" Joy said as she waved and bowed with the others before going down the stage.
"Primrose, have I ever told you that you sing like an angel or that you never cease to amaze me?" Wood asked her when they left the stage.
"You may have, but I wouldn't mind hearing it constantly or maybe now?" She replied with a smirk.
Wood chuckled as they both shared a kiss. They were happy to be together, but mostly happy that they are still here with all their friends and hoped that they'll never be apart.
-Three months later-
After the party, things went back to normal for the trolls. Their homes had been rebuilt, food has been growing great and just in time for the harvest season, and the orphaned children had found adoptive families to live in. They lived on as if Trollstice never came, and yet, there are still others that still remembered that it indeed came. One of them being Shiningstar, who will never forget the sacrifice his father had made, but at least his mother and sister are safe.
During the next few months, new things had happened for our troll friends. For one thing, things got even better for Shiningstar now that he recently found a special troll to be his girlfriend. Her name is Amethyst and she is an amethyst colored glitter troll with dark purple hair and pale blue eyes. She wore a dark pink dress with dark purple diamonds on them. The two glitter trolls had been together ever since they met on a cafe one day.
Wood noticed his happiness blooming and after all that he had suffered, he deserves to have some happiness.
Another good thing was about a friend of Joy's named Chester. Chester is a llama troll with red fur with orange stripes, has neon blue hair in dreadlocks, blue eyes, and wore a gold bling necklace with a C on it and a dark blue hat. Chester had found out that his mate is expecting a child. When Joy heard the news, she couldn't be happier for him than she was now. It was as if new life was coming to replenish the number of trolls for their village.
And one more thing happened that took place in one late autumn day. Inside a pink and light green pod, which is actually the doctor's pod, Wood, Primrose, Olivia, Big Bash, Shiningstar, Rhythm, King Peppy and Queen Joy were in the waiting room, whether sitting on the seats or even doing anything to pass the time.
Thorn was there, pacing back and forth impatiently by the door where all the action is happening. A few hours ago, his wife Ivy had gone into labor and they hurried to the doctor. Joy had told Primrose about it and she told Wood who told his friends and they all hurried to the doctor. Rosiepuff offered to come along just in case Ivy needed comfort. There have been there for a while and no changes had occurred yet.
Inside the other room, Ivy laid on the bed, supported by many pillows behind her, breathing heavily. Heavy sweats from labor are falling from her head. Rosiepuff stood beside her giving her support and comfort as the doctor prepared for the baby's arrival.
"Alright, dear. You're doing fine. Now, just breathe," Rosiepuff rubbed her hand gently. Ivy breathed in rhythm and tried to hold the pain.
"Rosiepuff, even though my husband and your son aren't exactly close friends, I'm glad you all came along for this moment... even though it's very painful for me," Ivy grunted as she kept breathing.
"Of course, dear. A new life is to be cherished by all," Rosiepuff said while wiping her forehead with a cloth.
"We're going to need more towels here," The doctor said. "They are in the cabinets."
"I'll get them. I'll be right back." Rosiepuff then left the room.
When she left the room, everyone then looked up from their waiting and hoped for the news. She told them that they're still working on it. She grabbed a few towels before returning to Ivy in the other room.
The other trolls resume their waiting. Some were patient, others, not so patient. Primrose rested her head on Wood's shoulder while he read a book. Shiningstar laid down on the sofa, looking on the roof while Rhythm was busily humming a soft tune while swaying her legs back and forth. Biggie and Olivia sat together making small chat while as Joy was busy making a scrapbook besides Peppy.
"I should be in there with her!" Thorn suddenly complained as he eyed the door, as if debating whether or not to go in.
"It's tradition, Thorn," Wood replied as he tried to calm the indigo troll. "Just relax. She'll be fine cause she's in good hands. My mom is an expert with children."
"Besides, you probably wouldn't want to be in there," Rhythm reassured him. "Women tend to suddenly get a new kind of high leveled super strength when they're in labor."
Thorn looks at Rhythm doubtfully until he saw Shiningstar raising his hand. "You could say that again. Mom almost broke my dad's wrist when they had me." That made everyone chuckle.
Thorn, however, forces himself to relax, but keeps glancing impatiently at the door. Right now, the only thing on his mind was the hope for his wife and child's well being.
But before he can let another unnerving thought pass through his mind, a high pitched wail was heard from behind the door. The door bursts open and Rosiepuff pops out with a smile. "The baby's here! Thorn, congratulations! You have a son!"
Thorn is speechless, and it takes him several seconds to speak. "And what about-?"
"Everything went very well. Your wife is just fine." Rosiepuff answered.
Exclamations of happiness that followed filled the room, along with the congratulations to the new father.
"Congratulations, Thorn," Peppy smiled.
"It's a boy!" Shiningstar exclaimed.
"Thanks," Thorn said. "Will you all come in to meet my new son?"
Everyone nodded and headed inside the room, careful not to crowd the new mother while they cooed at the bundle in her arms. The little boy was purple with blue hair with teal at the tip, a trait inherited from his mother. The little boy opened his eyes which were blue like his father's though in a lighter tone.
"Oh, look at him. He looks a lot like you, Thorn," Rhythm added.
"Thank you. I'm just glad that they're both fine. My son is truly special," Thorn tickled his son's tummy which earned a small giggle from him.
"So, have you thought of a name for the little guy?" Peppy asked.
Thorn pondered a moment. "Well, there are so many ideas, but..."
"Actually, I've thought of a name for him," Ivy interrupted her husband. "It was thanks to Wood and his family that they protected us from Trollstice by following the creek towards their hiding place. Which is why I want our son to be named...Creek."
"Creek. A name so majestic, serene, and unspoiled. It's perfect. Creek it is," Thorn nodded in agreement.
All the others watched fondly at the new miracle before them, even Shiningstar cried. "I saw that, dude." Wood pointed out with a smirk.
"No, the light was in my eyes," Shiningstar lied but saw that they're not buying it. "Okay, so we're not made of stones, okay?"
Everyone laughed along as the new parents press their foreheads together as they cherished the moment. It was magical. And they're mostly happy not only because their son was born after Trollstice, but also they are there to see him come to the world.
A while later, Wood, Primrose, and Rosiepuff started heading for home. It was happy to see a new life being born into the village.
"Isn't it wonderful that Ivy had her baby today?" Primrose said to Wood. "She and Thorn must be very happy. They have brought a new generation into the world. Of course, raising children is never easy, but those two will count on each other. They'll share all the joys of family life."
"And all the work, too." Wood added.
The three trolls laughed at his joke. "Oh, Wood. You really are something, aren't you?" Rosiepuff said.
"Mom, you know how I am. I'm your son after all," Wood replied.
"Yep. What did I do to have earned a son like you?" She said, ruffling his hair.
Primrose chuckled at the cute scene between mother and son. "Well, there's no doubt about it. Thorn and Ivy will have to work very hard to raise Creek, but parenthood also has its rewards. I mean, just think of the day when we too become parents when we have our own children." Wood halted for a second. Primrose noticed him stopping. "What's wrong?"
"You think we're gonna be parents some day?" Wood asked.
"Well, yeah. Someday, maybe. I would love to be a mother, even though I don't know much about being a mother. What about you, Wood?"
Wood became silent. He never imagined thinking about parenthood so soon. He wasn't even married yet and who knows when will that be. Not to mention that he wished to raise his young away from the Bergens. "Well, I really want kids, but I'm worried about the place we live in. Do you think any child will be safe when each year we fear of Trollstice coming?"
Primrose realized his worries and understood. "Yes, it is scary, but I'll know that we'll do our best as do everyone else in protecting our young someday."
Wood smiled at her as they held hands and walked home together.
"Well, Wood better give me at least one grandchild before any of us gets any older or, heaven forbid, eaten by the Bergens. I want to be a grandmother already!"
"MOM!" Wood groaned in embarrassment, his face darkening from the blood rushing to his face. Primrose chuckled as she then kissed him on his cheek, removing his embarrassment as he stared at her lovingly.
"I'm sure any child of yours will be lucky to have you as a father."
"Same for you. You'll be a wonderful mother and with your angelic voice, no baby will have nightmares with your lullabies and they'll always feel safe," Wood added. Primrose agreed as they shared one more kiss.
"Well, until then, I'll just enjoy your presence a little longer. I'm just glad you're still with me, Wood." She hugged him, nuzzling his cheek. "I love you."
"I love you, too, my Primrose." Wood hugged her tightly. They later broke the hug before catching up with Rosiepuff as they headed back home where they belong and stay safe.
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A/N: Song Credit:
"Celebration" by Kool and the Gang
"This Side Of Paradise" by Bree Sharp from Pokemon: Destiny Deoxys
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