HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!
Here's a story that came to my mind this week, hope you enjoy :).
Food for thought
November 27, 2024; Detroit, Michigan...
The super market deli area was packed as shoppers went around the area fast, the day of Thanksgiving a day away.
?: YES!
Shoppers jumped at the loud roar/scream, some turning to the deli area.
Beast had a HUGE grin on his face as he gave a small ticket to the cashier,
Cashier: *smiling* I heard you were one of the winners of the big Turkey draw.
Beast: *joy* First time in decades actually winning one of these! I've been waiting for this day since I got the call, the others are going to be thrilled!
The cashier smile grew as the butcher came over with a VERY LARGE wrapped turkey.
Butcher: I take it *hands turkey to Beast* you got a game plan with this in mind for Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow.
Beast: Oh yeah, I want to make this one nice for the others given all that happened this year.
Both smiled as Beast waved to them, looking at the list.
Beast: -sighs- I really want to give you guys a great Thanksgiving this year; Arrow-Head, Pillage, K-9...Thor.
Beast stopped in place, his heart breaking at the thought of the Viking Rusher and what he had gone through back in July. His shoke his head patting his face.
Beast: Focus Beast Focus! Sheila told you not to get frazzled. The Guardians are coming tomorrow, Grizzly and his team made it early and we got all the teams ready for Thanksgiving Football.
Beast nodded with a smile as he went off to gather foods and ingredients for Thanksgiving Dinner.
Later; Fords Field...
Zich, Stellaria, and Angkoro appeared on the field, taking in the MASSIVE ENERGY of the stadium from their trackers.
Zich: *Anticorian language*
Angkoro: Indeed, it's like a buffet here.
Stellaria: Let's not waste any time and get the Lions Megaco-
?: *ticked* OH NO! NOT TODAY NOT THIS YEAR!
All three turned being sent back by Super Roar by a TICKED OFF Lion Rusher.
Beast: *ticked* IF YOU THINK OF ATTACKING TODAY OR THIS WEEK YOU GOT ANOTHER THING COMING!
Angkoro: Surprise to see you are here..*questions* Why are you carrying food-
Beast: *tick* GET OUT OF MY TEAM'S STADIUM!
He sent a Super Roar again as the three rouges lept out of the way, sending a blast at the Lion Rusher as he ran into battle. Zich blast hit a window as he looked on, seeing the food inside.
Beast: *tick* I SWEAR YOU THREE ARE PE-
Beast was stopped mid-sentance as a bowl of mashed potatoes hit his face. Zich chuckled as did Stellaria and Angkoro. Beast swiped the dish off his face, more rage on his face with red eyes as he lept up and tackled Zich, who responded by throwing him in the room.
Stellaria: Humorous how these humans have these meals out ea-
Stellaria now had her sentence stopped as Beast threw a slow cooker to her face, enraging her.
Stellaria: BIG MISTAKE.
HOK...
RZ saw on the map the red dots on screen, showing Detroit was being attacked.
RZ: *to intercom* GUARDIANS. WE HAVE AN ATTACK IN DETROIT. *Turn on screen* Beast a-
Beast's voice: *RAGE* I SWEAR I HAD ENOUGH OF YOU THREE THIS YEAR AND WHAT'S BEEN GOING ON THIS WHOLE YEAR IS PROVING MY POINT!
RZ had to flinch at the rage in the Lion Rusherz' voice.
?: RZ, is Beast okay?
RZ looked down at the owner of the voice.
RZ: He sounds, angry. I have a bad feeling this will not end well, might need to call for some back up for the Guardians.
At that, the sounds were heard coming over.
?: Mind if I go? Might not be able to run yet but I got a weapon that packs a punch.
RZ thought on the offer, before nodding.
RZ: I do believe you will be of help not fighting if my theory is correct. Please stay close to the Guardians, you are still recovering after all.
Fords Field...
Beast roars in anger as he and the three Rouges, Basically started a massive food fight on the field. The field was covered in broken plates, pots and pans, and food.
Angkoro: *annoyed* Alright, this is getting ridiculous!
Stellaria: *annoyed* How in the world did getting a Megacore result in THIS!
Beast grabbed the turkey and (not wanting them to get the prize he worked hard on getting) threw it out of the stadium, surprising the three. Beast took this opportunity to tackle the three in the air as he roared.
Beast: *Rage;done* GET OUT! GET OUT RIGHT NOW OR SO HELP ME I WILL POUR YOU BLOOD INTO A GLAZE! I WILL NOT HAVE YOU RUIN MY DEAR FAMILY DAY! I DON'T CARE IF YOUR HERE FOR THE MEGACORE OR FOR SOME STUPID REASON I DON'T CARE! I WANT YOU OUT!
...All three realized at this moment, BEAST WAS NOT IN THE MOOD FOR THEM, FOR THIS SITUATION...NOT EVEN THE MEGACORE.
With that in mind, all three teleported out fast as Beast fell to the field panting.
He sighed as he looked around the area, messy from the battle he had with the three...ALL THEIR HARD WORK, COVERED THE FIELD.
Beast: *falls to his knees*.
.
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The Guardians landed with a few of the Rusherz as they ran to the field, armored up and ready for battle.
Tua: Beast are you okay!? RZ say you guys were being attack-*stops* Whoa.
All froze seeing the scene of a messy field as Beast in the center of it all, the Lion Rusher was also dotted with food.
Ash: *confused* What the hey happened here?
Marty: *confused* I have no clue buddy.
Ricky: *confused* So um, did-did we win or..
The sounds of raspy breaths were heard as all turned to Beast, who was shaking.
Ish: *worry* I, think we might have an answer.
A few of the Rusherz slowly walked over, being a but close to Beast.
K-9: Beast, are you o-
Beast: *frustrated;tears* THOSE THREE IDIOTS! CAN WE ALL JUST HAVE ONE DAY WITHOUT STRESS! CAN WE ALL JUST HAVE ONE SINGLE MOMENT WHERE WE DON'T NEED TO WORRY ABOUT SOMEONE DYING!
Scavenger: *concern* Whoa Beast let's-
Beast: *frustrated;tears* JUST ONE THING AFTER ANOTHER EVER SINCE FEBRUARY THINGS HAVE JUST ESCALATED!
Pick-X: *very concern* O-Okay Beast let's ca-
Beast: *Turns;frustrated;tears* HOW CAN I CALM DOWN IF THE PEOPLE I CARE ABOUT ARE ALMOST BEING KILLED THIS YEAR!?
All flinched back seeing Beast had gone red eyed, tears falling down his face as he tried to wipe them off.
Beast: *frustrated;tears;to the Rusherz* I-It was bad enough what happened in February, but things kept getting worse and worse a-and now? NOW *To K-9* YOUR HAVING TO FACE HISTORY REPEATING AND NEARLY GOT RAN OVER, *to Pick-Ax* ONE OF YOUR ROOKIES NEARLY DIED, *looking down* AND THOR WAS LEFT NEAR DEATH PROTECTING ARROW-HEAD AND PILLAGE AFTER..THAT! I-I just...
Beast gave a quiet sob as he held himself.
Beast: *frustrated;tears* I-I just wanted you guys to relax this holiday. C-Can you guys just get that after all we been through?
..Silence rang after that.
Ash: *heartbroken* Oh Beast.
Ish was about to take a step forward but-
Tua: *stops him* Hold on, have an idea. *looks down;nods* Think he would like to see you.
...
Beast shoke as he starred at the field, tears falling as he tried to calm himself.
Beast: *tears* I-I didn't mean to yell like that..I-I just was so-
Beast froze when he found himself brought up into a hug by-
Thor: *small smile* Heh, I would be pretty frazzled too after something like this.
Beast: *shock* T-Thor?
Thor broke the hug nodding, Beast taking in the fact Thor was here. The Lion Rusher had to blink a few times, but all it took was to look at the crutches underneath his arm as the metal bands on his legs.
Thor: RZ gave me the okay to join in, must of figured out something was up and it wasn't going to be battle wise. *looks around* Oh man, I can see why your upset too. You all worked so hard on this, but I'm sure they would understand the reason. Though gonna be honest, I was not expecting the Anticorians to start up a food fight, *smirks* thought they were refined.
Beast snickered as he smiled, tears still falling but he was able to wipe them away.
K-9: *goes next to them* Besides, we really do appreciate you wanting to give us a calm Thanksgiving.
Beast: Y-Yeah, At lea-
Beast paled as he slowly looked up.
Beast: Oh no I threw a massive turkey out of the stadium, and I think it hit something.
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Outside the Field...
Christain Mahogany: *confused;one phone* I'm sorry you asking me if this is related to the Rusherz?
The Offensive Guard Rookie paced back and forth as he looked at his car, which now had a large hole on the passenger side and a wrapped turkey in the back seat.
Christain Mahogany: *confused;one phone* Sir a fully wrapped 35 pound turkey came flying out of Fords Field and crashed through my car and the first thing you asked me if it is related to the Rusherz I am a newbie in this league and would like clarification...*more confused* Pardon what this about getting insurance against battle and threats after joining the League-
Beast: *horror* OH MY GOSH I'M SO SORRY CHRISTIAN!
Christian lowered his phone in shock, seeing the Guardians and Rusherz present there...His team's Rusher covered in food and horror on his face.
Christain Mahogany: *shock*...*raises phone back up* Okay now can you tell me what this insurance intails that the league gives us for this again?
...
Beast: *nervous* So yeah uhh...MIGHT want to call a clean up crew before tomorrow, I am so sorry about your car again I had no idea you were heading here.
Christain Mahogany: It's okay it's okay, will be honest least I know I'm going to be okay insurance wise when dealing with threats like this or, well, *eyes car* that.
Beast sighed as the team (who Tua had called), looked over the damage, the Lion Rusher explaining what had happened.
Dan Campbell: -whistles- Will say, that must of been a good throw there buddy. Manage to make it a clean cut too.
Sheila went down to hug him, despite Beast being covered in food.
Sheila Ford Hemp: I'm just glad your okay, we can cook up a meal but last thing I want is any of you boys getting hurt. You had enough of that this year as is.
Tua: Mrs. Ford Hemp you are preaching to the choir for all of us here.
Beast sighed as he leaned in.
Later; HOK, Rusherz Quarters...
Beast sighed as he step out, warm cloths in and free of the food from the unintentional food fight.
Beast: Shards that took forever, least the stadium is cleaned up for tomorrow.
Scavenger: *pokes head out* Hey Beast, are you doing?
Chief: We heard about what happened and wanted to check.
Beast turned to see Scavenger and Chief coming out of their respected room.
Beast: *warm smile* I am. Kinda had a, frazzled moment at the stadium. Though I think i scared those three away this week.
Chief: That's good, in a way you got what you wanted. It's going to be a calm Thanksgiving besides parades, games and dinner.
Scavenger: And the turkey has been saved too so bonus.
Beast nodded as the three walked out to the main room.
Beast: True, wish I didn't use the rest of the food to-
Both made Beast turned to the counter, his eyes widening. On the counter was bags for food for tomorrow and the others smiling.
Chief: About that concept.
Lasso: We uh, all went out to the grocery store and re-stocked for dinner tomorrow.
Grizzly: Followed the list to our best ability.
Beast smile grew at this as he laughed in relief going over.
Beast: *relieved* It's perfect, thanks you guys for doing this.
Thor slowly walked over, smiling.
Thor: Anything to help, really excited for tomorrow.
Beast sighed nodding as he leaned on the Viking Rusher.
Beast: Yeah, me too...we need this, we all needed this.
All agreed as they sat down, enjoying the calm evening before the events for Thanksgiving tomorrow.
THE
END.