Credence
[The scene opens with a shot of Hemlock Harbor as the reconstruction is underway. Cranes are shown lifting supplies around the site, workmen are clearing out old warehouses while fixing to restore them, and a new sign has been put up to welcome people into the area, adorned with a new station for trains to drop off passengers, a goods depot to drop off and collect supplies, and some new shops for visitors to look around]
[With the summer season, more supplies are being carried out to keep up with traffic. Steel in particular is shipped all over the island to various locations for construction. One place in particular where it is transported from is the salvage yard in Toon City. While this is normally a place where things are disposed of to be thrown in scrap heaps, it is also where old metal is melted down to be turned into new metal. As such, you can occasionally see pipes and beams being transported out of the yard to their new locations]
[Transition to the present day as Tramp and Scamp are shown making their way down the street, passing by Hong Kong Phooey, Po, Tigress, Anastasia, Odette, Speedy, and Spirit on opposite sides of the lanes]
Tramp: Hehe, slow down, whirlwind! The day's still young.
Scamp: I knooooow, but I wanna get there sooner!
Tramp: By the way, watch out for that crack.
Scamp: What cra-?!
[Scamp just barely manages to jump over a crack in the concrete before giving a large breath of relief]
Scamp: Phew! That was close…
Tramp: See, ya' gotta keep an eye out for your surroundings. How else do you think I ran the streets?
Scamp: Yeeees, dad, I'm aware, you were the king of the crop and then some.
Tramp: Heh, I had all of New Haven in my pocket, and seems the same can be said for this city.
Scamp: Who knows, maybe I'll be running these streets one day.
Tramp: Now that would be a sight to behold, little man. Ah, looks like we're here, better see if we can find the grease monkey.
[Cut to the yard as cranes are picking up pieces of scrap from piles to be lowered on conveyor belts into a furnace. There are also slag tips for the iron ore to be shaped as well as loading ramps for trucks and trains to pick up cargo]
[Cut to Buster as he is shown loading a heap of metal onto the belt to be melted down. His ears then catch the tune of someone whistling through the sounds of industry around him]
Buster: Well, look who decided to come outta the woodworks for a change.
[Cut to Tramp and Scamp approaching the Doberman mix]
Tramp: I see someone's pickin' up the slack, hope it's not too hot for you.
Buster: Hey, you know me, I'm hotta' than the sun…and would ya' lookit that, ya' brought Scampski with you.
Scamp: Heeeey, Buster!
Buster: Come ova', little man, gimme some paw here.
[Scamp rushes up to Buster to give the elder canine a fist-punch]
Buster: Hehe, just like his old man…
Tramp: You make it sound like I've got wrinkles and a kink in my back. Tell you what, this face'll never get old.
Buster: Might be some truth ta' that given ya' look like a shining star every day.
Tramp: Okay, don't butter me up too much…or you can pump my ego further, I don't mind either way.
Buster: Only cuz I know what makes you tick. So, what brings you two pretty faces around these parts?
Tramp: I was takin' the youth out for a bit of dinner, and thought we'd pick up along the way.
Scamp: You don't mind, do you?
Buster: Hey, gives me more time ta' hang out with ya' both. I'm sure you don't mind that, whirlwind?
Scamp: Hehe, not at all.
Buster: So, what's it gonna be? Bella Notte with a dish of spaghetti?
Tramp: As if I would stick to one restaurant for entirety. How does Freddie's sound for you, big guy?
Buster: Sounds to me like you picked that for a particular reason, wonda' what that could be…
Tramp: Maybe you'll find out if ya' come along with us.
Buster: In that case, just lemme clock out fa' lunch and we'll get a move-on.
[Buster goes to pass Tramp and Scamp, but gives a little tap to the former's waist, causing the elder Schnauzer mix to smirk]
Tramp: Someone's definitely cravin' for a meal…
[We cut to the group walking down the street as they pass by Angelina and Alice on one side while Taz and Digeri can be seen walking on the other side of the road to the viewer's left before they enter the restaurant seen from "Trust"]
[Cut to the interior of the restaurant as we pan across several rows of tables and booths, several people have been seated; Gumball, Darwin, the Teen Titans, Arthur, D.W., Clifford, Ruff, the Mane family, Jimmy, Dexter, Garnet, Amethyst, Pearl. Several things have been updated since the last appearance of the diner, more of the memorabilia is visible alluding to a certain animatronic band, the arcade is more visible in the background, and the stage is fully on display]
[In the foreground, Tramp, Buster, and Scamp have been seated while the hostess passes by to seat the likes of the Miao family]
Buster: So, how's the old grind been treatin' you?
Tramp: Well, given the amount of drama that kicks in on a daily basis, you could say we've been pretty busy at the news station.
Buster: I can only imagine, all this back and forth crap goes on day in and day out. It's why I neva' pay any attention to it, unless your name's on the cover.
Tramp: Well, don't I feel appreciated, hmmmhmmm.
Buster: And what about you, Scampski?
Scamp: Well, me and Patch have been workin' on a little project together.
Buster: Is that so? Got any details?
Scamp: Well, we're trying to see about these new ramps for our skateboards. Patch said Thunderbolt would lend us a hand with some of his technician friends.
Tramp: Speakin' of which, how's Thunder been with you-know-who?
Scamp: Huh? Oooooh, you mean Lil' Lightning? Surprisingly good from what I've heard.
Buster: I've seen that Corgi around a few times, even before those two met up again. Bit of a troubled guy you could say.
Tramp: Not surprising given what happened between those two and the Dalmatians.
Buster: I mean, hey, look what happened between us then and now.
Tramp: True, though time is all kinds of weird when you think about it.
Buster: Plus, for all it's worth, he did seem to regret what happened. Now, obviously, given that we share a "similar label" or whatever, I understand his perspective.
Tramp: Yeah, not justified, but understandable nonetheless.
Buster: Heh, if only some people could hear us, they'd throw a fit.
Tramp: Yeah, well, I only listen to the opinions that matter, most of which don't.
Buster: Amen, brother. By the way, you two ready to order?
Tramp: Oh, right, so, what are you lookin' at, whirlwind?
Scamp: Don't suppose I could have this firecracker thing?
Buster: Huh, that's the same dish we ordered last time, at the same time. [winks]
Tramp: Haha, classy…
[We transition to a shot panning over the band before landing on the table with the canine trio, having gotten their meals prepared]
Scamp: So, what do you say, pop? Over or under spaghetti?
Tramp: Now you know it'd be sacrilegious of me to put this above spaghetti.
Buster: Ah yeah, cuz of "labeling" and all that crap.
Tramp: Ya' know, I'm almost certain many people would think the only dish I served my dates was spaghetti. I'm a man of many tastes, one day it was pasta, one day it was lasagna, hell, one time it was a string of sausages.
Buster: He really knew how ta' pick 'em, guess you could say I learned from the best.
Tramp: Well, that's a given, seeing as I took you under my wing all those years ago. Seems you made your own gang as a result, not bad at all.
Buster: I mean, they were alright…sort of, but none of them could hold a handle to The Tramp.
Tramp: Naturally, they didn't whisper and murmur my name for nothin', ya' know.
Scamp: Who knows, maybe they'll do the same for me at some point.
Tramp: Well, given all the trouble you get yourself in, I wouldn't be surprised.
Buster: I mean, hey, we're all recognized by getting ourselves into trouble, one way or another.
Tramp: Hehe, you're not wrong there. Either way, this is nice…
Buster: Just like old times, eh?
Tramp: I would say "a tale as old as time", but then again, they might come after me for it.
[Buster and Tramp share a laugh at this while Scamp gives a small chuckle himself]
[Transition to the trio exiting the dinner as Lucario, Mewtwo, Rocko, Jinks, Homura, and Madoka pass by the building]
Tramp: Aaaaaaaaaaah, that was a good fill-up.
Scamp: You're telling me, I feel all stuffed up in a good way.
Buster: You really know how to spoil a dog, don't ya'?
Tramp: Don't I know it? By the way, I don't suppose you'd be interested in coming back with us?
Buster: Well, I've stuck with ya' this long. Plus, you might need a big strong man out on these streets.
Tramp: Strength and street smarts, sounds like a plan to me. Now, come along, Romeo.
[Tramp gives a wink at Buster who smirks in return. Scamp smiles as well as the three continue their journey]
[Transition to the trio arriving at Tramp's apartment where we can see the adults sitting on the couch while Scamp is off in the hallway, messing with a trinket before going into his room. Buster looks over at Tramp and scoots closer to him]
Buster: Haaaaaaaaaaaa, now this makes me feel nostalgic…
Tramp: Yeah…it's nice…
Buster: Ya' know, if you told me five years ago I'd be in this position, quite honestly, I'd have remained hopeful.
Tramp: Time really is a weird thing…sometimes, I think about how much more…simpler things used to be…when we thought everything made sense with how it was…
Buster: But I guess things changed over time…for better or for worse, as some people would argue.
Tramp: Perhaps in this case…it was for the better…
Buster: Yeah…
[Tramp puts his paw on Buster's as the two canines gaze into each other's eyes…they briefly avert their eyes away, but then look back at one another…before the duo press their noses to each other]
[Cut to Scamp in his room as he's chatting with Patch on the phone]
Scamp: So you're really doing well with him then…that's good to hear…heh, just like me and Buster, yeah…well, dinner's ready soon…talk to ya' soon, love ya'.
[Scamp turns off the phone and heads towards the living room where he notices the couch shuffling slightly]
[Scamp quietly comes up to the couch and tries to sneak up to one of the armrests]
Tramp: Cheeky…
Scamp: Hmm?
[Scamp looks up to see his father gazing in his direction with a knowing expression on his face]
Tramp: Trying to sneak a peep on me and Buster, are ya'?
Scamp: Uh…[blushes]...well…
Buster: Heh, don't ya' worry about a thing, Scampski. I don't mind a little audience, plenty ta' see here.
Tramp: Now, now, no need to be too graphic with the details, at least in public.
Buster: We're indoors, that's hardly public.
Tramp: I knooooow~
[Tramp gives a boop to Buster's nose with the tip of his finger, to which the Rotterman gives a smirk in return]
Buster: Eitha' way, I'm content with what I've got now. I got a little protege on the side, and I got my old teacher back.
Tramp: Hmmhmm, come on up here, whirlwind, I wanna get both sides of the pack here.
[Scamp goes around to the other side of the couch and sits to the right of Tramp while Buster is on the left. The three canines all smile at each other as they turn to the television to watch a film]
[The shot cuts to the front of the couch as the three are seen being content. However, Buster's expression falls to something a little more solemn. He looks down at Scamp]
Buster: Hey, Scamp?
Scamp: Yeah?
Buster: I know dis might be a bad time ta' bring it up, but…do ya' hold any…resentment towards me?
Scamp: Why would I…oooooooooooooooh…right…that…
Buster: …Sorry if I made the moment uncomfortable.
Scamp: No, no, I just…
[Scamp pauses and looks over at his father]
Tramp: Go ahead, bud. Say what you want…
Scamp: Well…to be honest, I was shocked…I didn't think you'd go that far to prove yourself to my dad…
[By now, Buster's face has dropped to a rather guilty expression]
Scamp: And I guess I was angry for a while…but after that, I couldn't really be mad anymore…cuz I understand why you did it…not that I'm happy you did it anyway.
Tramp: Neither was I. I can understand wanting to hurt me, but I'd rather you hadn't entangled my kin in that manner.
Buster: Yeah…it was a real ass move on my part. Especially to you, Scampski…
Tramp: Even so, I pushed you to that point by kicking you to the curb…you acted out of hurt…
Buster: You got that right…still, I can't apologize enough for that whole thing, Scamp…
[Scamp doesn't respond at first, he merely leans closer to Buster and nuzzles his arm]
Scamp: It's okay…we all made mistakes back then, didn't we?
Buster: Yeah…guess you could say we did.
Tramp: At least now, we can move on with the present, and to the future.
[Tramp leans against Buster as well. The Rotterman's expression slowly morphs into a smile]
Buster: Wouldn't have it any other way…
[Cut to black]
Character Guide:
Tramp, Buster, Scamp - Lady and the Tramp (1955) / Scamp's Adventure (2001)
Angelina Mouseling, Alice Nimbletoes - Angelina Ballerina (2002)
Anastasia - Anastasia (1997)
Arthur Read, DW Read - Arthur
Clifford - Clifford the Big Red Dog
Dexter - Dexter's Laboratory
Digeri Dingo - Taz-Mania
Freddy Fazbear, Bonnie, Chica, Foxy - Five Nights at Freddy's
Gumball Watterson, Darwin Watterson - The Amazing World of Gumball
Hong Kong Phooey - Hong Kong Phooey
Jimmy Neutron - The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius
Jinks - Pixie, Dixie, and Mr. Jinks
Madoka Kaname, Homura Akemi - Puella Magi Madoka Magica
Odette - The Swan Princess (1994)
Pearl, Amethyst, Garnet - Steven Universe
Po Ping, Tigress - Kung Fu Panda
Robin, Starfire, Raven, Beast Boy, Cyborg - Teen Titans
Rocko - Rocko's Modern Life
Ruff Ruffman - Fetch with Ruff Ruffman
Sagwa Miao, Dongwa Miao, Sheegwa Miao, Mama Miao, Baba Miao - Sagwa the Chinese Siamese Cat
Speedy Gonzales, Taz - Looney Tunes
Spirit - Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002)
Theo Mane, Cleo Mane, Lionel Mane, Leona Mane - Between the Lions
Patch, Thunderbolt, Lil' Lightning - 101 Dalmatians (1961) / Patch's London Adventure (2003)