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Parvana: The Most Breathtaking And Spectacular Tigress Chapter 5

This has transformed into an absolute nightmare. The dire situation they find themselves trapped in now is so nerve-racking.

It's a miraculous accomplishment this unusual band has stayed free all this time. But not for much longer under these heinous and deplorable conditions. In resigned despair, at this rate, Parvana soon suspects that they'll all be suspended in their pursuer's profound collection of animal taxidermy as her trophies.

The very prospect makes Parvana's stomach twist in her frightened state.

Being nearly surrounded by law enforcement at all sides the number of previous escape routes that might've been available at their disposal have now been vastly reduced in size.

Even more, adding to this worse possible outcome the authorities are back on their tail again. If they're caught this time it is all over period. There's no way in hell they can blend in because this is no longer Africa where animals reign so there are hardly any chances to travel without getting noticed out in a public scenery.

Luckily against all odds, there might just be a way for everyone to get out of this damn mess in one piece.

The entire group perhaps may have just caught a big break.

Salvation is located directly beside them in the form of a traveling circus going by train.

The Circus Zaragoza.

Then suddenly at the same time, the unconventional group is contemplating opening the doors to get on board themselves they suddenly slide open revealing an unwelcoming and aggressive passenger.

One that has Parvana's eyes widening slightly in surprise from behind Gloria as the others leap backwards releasing frightened screams.

Standing in the now open doorway of a baggage car being used for the containment of animals is a tall, broad-shouldered, and…quite handsome tiger.

Blocking entrance into the domain, arms crossed, speaking with a Russian accent, Vitaly demands "Where are you coming from?"

Whispering so as not to attract the attention of any unwanted humans potentially lurking nearby, Alex begs "Please, you got to hide us. Just until the heat dies down."

Shaking his head in refusal, Vitaly said "Absolut no outsiders. So wipe that Smirnoff your face and Popov!"

Desperately trying another approach to escape the situation, Alex said "Oh, come on, man. You got to do one cat a solid. Cat to cat. Do a solid here, buddy. Just till the heat dies-!"

"Nyet! This train is for circus animals only," declared Vitaly, slamming the doors in their faces.

From behind shut doors, the group can hear arguing deep within sounding like the others the tiger is with are attempting to argue their case. The tiger's voice is very clear though finding them instantly suspicious and he is not slow in making his dislike for Alex known all the while openly making fun of him.

During the conversation Parvana's ears perk up, catching sirens rapidly approaching.

"Guys, we're running out of time. They're getting closer," announced Parvana, frantically.

Out of nowhere, the train whistle on the main engine blows, and the entire line begins to slowly depart. This narrow window of opportunity is closing.

Everyone starts banging on the woodwork pleading with all their might to be allowed inside.

The sea lion Stefano sticks his head out, saying "Eh! Just give us a minute. He's on the phone and I can't get him off." He then yelps as Vitaly yanks him quite unceremoniously back inside. "We cannot leave them there!"

"Only circus animals on this train," snarled Vitaly, dangerously.

All at once Parvana, Alex, Marty, Gloria, and Melman all exclaim that they are circus animals. This act gets a response when the third occupant in the car appears. A female jaguar called Gia.

Brow furrowed in skepticism and lack of trust at these strange animals disturbing the peace, Gia asks "You are really circus?"

Sirens are blaring as the French police force is closing in, narrowing the gap.

"Yes."

"Absolutely!"

"Full circus! To the core."

"My mama was in a circus! My daddy was in a circus!"

"Totally circus!"

"Gia, shut the door," ordered Vitaly, coming up to flank Gia with Stefano staring worriedly at the police getting closer.

"Please," begged Gia, beseeching them to help.

Reaching a decision, standing tall against Vitaly's objections, Gia said "They are circus. Circus sticks together."

Outvoted Vitaly groans rolling his eyes while Stefano grins victoriously.

So while the Chimps, Penguins, and guys from Madagascar seek refuge on the roofs Parvana, Alex, Gloria, Melman, and Marty have to get assistance into the compartment.

Basically, the climb is all a jumbled mess given the fact they could be seen at any second. Parvana is stuck between Gloria and Marty. She accidentally gets bumped by Gloria almost tumbling out when someone grabs her wrist before this happens.

Parvana lifts her eyes to find that Vitaly is the person who saved her skin. She barely registers this before she's tugged inside with the rest and the doors are closed and locked tight just in the nick of time.

None of the French police lingering nearby are none the wiser even when they aim their flashlights at the circus train chugging passed them.

For the time being the gang has made it by the skin of their teeth.

Only to be met by a brand new problematic issue to contend with.

How on earth are they going to keep themselves from being tossed off the train?

Authors Note:

I hope you all like this one! I certainly did while writing it for your vast enjoyment! ;D

For those of you just starting out with my stuff there are other works on my profile that may catch your interest. I highly recommend you take a look as soon as the opportunity presents itself to you. Who knows, you may be pleasantly surprised by what you discover.

Stay safe everyone. Especially with all of these crazy natural disasters occurring a lot lately due to global warming and climate change everywhere for sure. I swear it's like they're getting worse and worse all the time and it's like officials are simply just ignoring it or pretending it doesn't exist entirely just to go on with their daily lives. Especially those in multi-million dollar companies that rely on certain elements of our planet that we rely on to naturally keep us safe instead of adapting and finding new safer ways to keep in business. There are so many options out there where they can adapt, but they just refuse to see it because all they care about is money. Climate change is altering so much faster than anyone can really keep track of.

So, in light of all this, it is important to live life to the fullest as much as anyone can.

I know I am. ;) See you guys next time.