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Record 4 - Try everything

Recording - Wilde 1-D

Have you ever felt that peace, after a great struggle and uncertainty? Well I won't know how it feels... Someone should warn the ZPA to never put Judy Hopps as an instructor... no one would survive... Help me!

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- Oh come on fox, don't tell me you can't do it anymore, get up and 200 more!

- Carrots, no mammal can do 500 sit-ups, I think it's even illegal, this is already police abuse. - The fox dropped to the ground, trying to pull in as much air as he could.

- I do, and I'm a mammal like you.

- I'm beginning to think you're a robot with no feelings.

- Tired and all but you keep on with your sarcasm? - She took her tablet, made some notes, and her mocking look changed to a totally strict and concentrated one.

-The break is over! Resume now! - The doe said in an authoritative voice, hitherto unknown to her friend.

- Fluff, calm down, I...

- Hopps for you when we are training.

- But...

- Listen to me Wilde... the academy is tough, they'll beat you to a pulp from the first day if you don't prepare yourself... I prepared for years, you only have days, five to be exact. Only the valedictorians get to Precinct 1. You have to give it your all... but if you want to give up...

- Hold it right there Hopps! I said I would do it and I'm not going to defect. You'll see! - With a strength he never knew he had, Nick got up and started running across the park.

- Great... although it had to be abs. - Judy said to herself.

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Nick is great, extremely lazy, but he has great courage, he just has to put his own mind to it. I don't like to be so rude to him, but just remembering how hard it was for me... I don't want him to go through the same thing, not if I can help him, plus I know he understands.

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Sadistic is the word that would define her, I know she wants to help me and everything but... is she getting back at me for cheating on her the first time?

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- And that's all! Your record today, Nick, is 320 yards. - An alarm suddenly began to sound, as the poor vulpine stopped in front of it, panting.

- Oh, I'm Nick again... Wait... only 320! That can't be...

- It's only the first day, take it easy.

- Ah, now you want me to take it easy?. Do you have a split personality or something, Demon Instructor - Hopps?

- Of course not, in training we have to be serious, believe me, I'm an angel compared to Major Friedkin.

- Why do I feel like I'm going straight to my funeral...

- Don't be a crybaby. - She offered him a bottle of water while giving him a playful punch on the shoulder.

- Hey! Did you know you already left a bruise there? My arm wants to know why you hate it so much.

- Anyway, I have to go.

- Hey, tomorrow's the day... Are you ready?

- The real question is: are you ok to help me move? A few moments ago, you couldn't even breathe. - The doe mocked him.

- You'd be surprised how miraculous naps are on me, besides... You don't know what my body is capable of. - He gave her one of his special smiles.

- And I sure as hell don't want to know. Well, I'll see you at the Hotel tomorrow morning at 9 am.

- 12 pm.

- 10 am, not a minute more, not a minute less.

- All right... gosh, you must learn to rest on your day off Carrots.

- I will, when I am in my apartment... Again, thanks for that...

-Thanks for the job... see you tomorrow!

Judy turned to begin the trip back to her hotel. Although really "hotel" is a bit of an exaggerated word for the 6 room inn where she was staying.

She sighed looking up at the sky, the sun was beginning to set. She looked at the animals around her, with some tension in the air.

A few predators that recognized her, looked down on her, or avoided walking in front of her. giving her a little stomach ache that she couldn't cure... that horrible feeling called guilt.

Putting on her headphones, she started listening to Drew Schueler's song - To Know I Hurt You.

- Why is it that whenever I listen to music to cheer me up, I end up getting more depressed?

She sighed and continued on her way. As she walked through the city she was beginning to see as her home, old moments appeared in her memory...

All those reporters rushing at her, blaming her and making things worse.

- Are predators the only ones who go wild?

- Will the ZPD be able to take care of us all?

- Let me through! - She screamed in fury, and ran out of precinct. - Nick! Nick! Come back I...

But there was no sign of him, only the commotion of reporters filled the air.

- I still wonder... How could you forgive me so easily? - In the present, a tear rolled down her cheek.

To her memory came every demonstration she had to calm, injured citizens, a stampede in the middle of Savvana Central.

- Help! My son is down there! - Cried the desperate tigress.

- Calm down ma'am, here is your little one. - Judy put him in her hands and, recognizing her, quickly snatched him away.

-You wouldn't have had to save him if you hadn't ruined us in the first place!

- Miss Hopps? - A voice snapped her back to reality. Before she knew it, she had arrived at the inn.

- Oh sorry I was distracted.

- I just wanted to know if you were checking out of your room tomorrow?

- Yes, I am.

- Have a good night.

- You too. - If I ever get a good night's sleep again . - Thought the doe as she climbed the stairs.

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Recording - Wilde 3-D

The best of my many talents is reading people perfectly, it only takes a couple of minutes for me to deduce their life, mood and health.

Carrots is so good, she is like a preschool book to me. I don't quite know what's wrong with her, but ever since she came back from her medical leave... she hasn't been the energetic, upbeat bunny that solved the case. She thinks I haven't noticed, but it's time to show her wrong. Also, my second best talent is that no one can read me, you know, impenetrable facade.

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- 3, 2, 1. - The fox put his cell phone away again and knocked on the door in front of him.

- You had to be so...

- What can I tell you Hopps, I'm a mammal of my word, 10 a.m. Are you ready?

- Yeah, it's just these three boxes.

- Lightweight, well Officer, it's time to go. - He closed the door behind him, following his friend to reception.

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Recording - Wilde 4-D

Okay let's start with the simple analysis of Carrots, prepare yourself to be amazed.

- Droopy ears: Total sign of sadness or a strong feeling.

- Missing eyes: Totally something is on her mind.

- Bags under the eyes: Possible nightmare or bad night.

- Slow, almost stilted steps: Clear sign of doe depression.

- Light but perceptible sighs: Third confirmation of sadness.

End result: Something is bothering her and she doesn't want to talk about it.

Now the million dollar question is: What happened to the poor official bunny? It must have been something strong, I haven't seen her like that since the conference... the day I got upset with her... Does she think I'm still mad at her?

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Nick cleared his throat and tried to start speaking, but a lump in his throat prevented him from doing so.

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Nick is strange with me today. He seems nervous, uncomfortable and like he's trying to... wait for it... Is it possible that he regretted the penthouse? Seeing all those pesky predators, I can't blame him... Because I always do everything wrong!

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- So... - The male managed to be able to speak. - Three boxes?

- Are they a lot? If you want me to...

- No, no, on the contrary, is all your stuff really just this?

- Well, yes, really. I've always been very simple. When I came the first time I even brought less, but mom packed everything for me.

- Oh I see...

- But don't worry, I won't change the penthouse too much.

- You can adjust it to your style! Be free to modify whatever you want.

- I couldn't, it's yours anyway and...

- Hey Fluff, I...

Suddenly a lion collided with Judy and Nick, knocking the boxes to the floor.

- Putting a predator to work, eh Hopps? You sure are cheeky.

- Hey, she's my friend and don't ever talk to her like that again...she...

The pressure in Judy's chest grew even tighter, forcing her to run as fast as she could.

- Wait! Damn, she sure is fast, stupid bad physical condition I have!

After what seemed like an eternity, the doe found a lonely little park that looked like it hadn't had any maintenance in a long time.

In front of her, on the floor, was a poster of the former mayor's anti-predator protection campaign.

- I've only done this... ruined everything... - She sighed, hugging her legs.

- If by... ruin... you mean my legs... Well, yes... - Her friend appeared behind her trying to breathe.

- How did you find me?

- Your scent. All right, we know and it's obvious that something is going on here... so...

- So what?

- Spill the beans Carrots... oh I'm going to start thinking this "friendship" is one-sided.

- Of course it isn't! It's just that... I have a self-loathing conflict.

- What? I need more than that. - The fox sat next to her, contemplating the view in front of them.

- The predators...I hurt them so much...they...I...

- They've been acting like that with you for a while now, haven't they?

- How could I blame them! I ruined their lives, I isolated them, I made them lose jobs, families, respect... this is nothing compared to what they had to go through...

- Stop it Judy. - Hearing her name she turned to look at him, holding back her tears. - You didn't segregate anyone, the only one to blame was Bellwether and company. You only unmasked her.

- Oh no... that was BOTH of us, not me.

- You were the one who came back, I was left to do nothing, if it hadn't been for you. I know it was the hardest thing you've ever lived through, and I know your big bunny heart won't let you live in peace, but believe me, no one knew it was that crazy sheep, you were just used by her, but it broadened your mind and that mistake, it can open new doors.

- new doors?

- Of course! You are the example of what was wrong.

- Oh... thank you...

- Let me finish, impatient young lady. You were wrong, ok, now you can solve it with your good police work, helping others as you helped me, to see that things can be different, give them patience, remember my saying...

- "Never let 'em see that they get to you." - They said at the same time.

- If you know it, then apply it, rabbit!

- Do you think it is possible to restore their lives?

- I'm sure, 100%. Besides, nothing stops Officer Hopps, right?

- You are right... Thanks Nick!

- That's why you have an ex-hustler friend, handsome and wise like me!- Her friend burst out laughing, wiping away her tears. - Oh I don't know what you're laughing at, I'm serious.

- Yeah I... wait... where did you leave my boxes?

- Damn... I knew I forgot something!

The fox slapped his forehead and they walked back to the main square.

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Recording - Wilde 5-D

And just as I predicted, she had a problem, which, as expected, I successfully fixed. It's funny that she ended up in that park, out of the thousands of zootopia, right in that park... of which she will never know the story.

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Recording - Hopps 3-D

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Growing up with many siblings is nice, fun and an adventure, but being so many, one must learn not to give more problems, there is always someone worse off. It's nice, for the first time, to have a friend who only listens to me and knows how to guide me. It's great to know that I'm no longer alone in the big city and that I can fix this.

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- Well my lady, the Pentwin-Hopps is ready!

- And… it's amazing. I can't believe that is really mine. - She gave some excited hops.

- You have to, because it's really yours. And now that you have a decent apartment,we need to have a big party, some like "The super- duper inauguration of pentwins" The dojo of fun.

- Oh no, I've to clean, and buy some groceries…

- Well, just the Pentwin-Wilde is fun, the other one never learned what fun is…Hey!

Totally unprepared, Judy surprised her friend with a big pillow, setting off a big pillow war, which ended with hundreds of feathers everywhere, and two empty sacks, but with two smiling, happy, dreamy friends, and for the first time in three months, that night, Judy could sleep peacefully.

The rest of the week was totally hard for Nick, but quite fruitful, not yet equaling Judy's marks but with great progress in his physical condition.

They were so busy that, unintentionally, the week came to an end.

That Saturday morning, Judy woke up early, with a mixture of joy and another feeling she couldn't name.

She put on her police suit, completely clean and perfectly pressed, and when she heard the next door opening, she hurried out to meet the traveler.

- You made fun of my three boxes, but you only carry one backpack for nine months.

- Believe it or not Carrots, here is everything I need.

- Your ugly green shirt and your only pair of pants? - Said the doe with a chuckle.

- Oh it's not the only one, I have at least ten others just like it.

- Yes, because it would be a crime to lose the only one.

- Finally you get it, little girl.

They both burst out laughing, until his friend's purple eyes were riveted on the backpack.

- So... - She was able to tell him.

- So... I have to go Carrots, I have to get to the station on time. A little bunny told me that the instructor is not very patient.

- And she's a very wise bunny, you must listen to her. Come on, I'll walk you to the station!

- But you'll be late for the bullpen.

- Don't worry, Bogo assigned me to patrol the area... come on!

Unconsciously, the two began their walk, but slower than usual, in an unbelievable and abnormal silence, just looking at the businesses around, until inevitably, they reached the destination.

- Well Slick, here we are!

- The central station...

- Yes, that's right...

- Carrots... you have to take care of yourself, I don't want to come back and not have my partner.

- Oh I'm more worried about you surviving there... but seriously, if anything happens, or you need my help...

- Yes mom, I will call you and I won't talk to strangers.

- Oh dumb fox! I just want to be nice!

- And I appreciate it.

The last call of the train about to leave, caught their attention and darkened their expressions

- See you soon partner.

- I'll be waiting for you, partner. - She said almost in a whisper.

- Good luck to you.

Nick gave her a big smile that he kept until the door closed, she just stood there, until the train disappeared from her sight.

- Good luck sly fox.

To be continued…

Well, the next challenge for them has finally started, now Judy has some past problems to solve and Nick has to try to fit into his new environment and survive on it...

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