Very happy-go-lucky first chapter, indeed. But who is DUCK going to do mushy-gushy stuff with?

hehe

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Chapter 1: "The Letters"

There's a special kind of feeling in the air
It only happens at this time of year

 "WEEEEEEEE!" Rev yelled as he went flying down the hill on his sled. "I'm gonna beat you guys!"

 "Oh, we'll just see about that..." Cassidy said as she prepared to follow Rev. "Ready, Tech?"

When everyone is filled with love and cheer
'Cause that's what matters

 Tech glanced down. The hill that Rev had chosen was unusually steep, and had a drop-off at the end. "Uh... I don't know, Cass. Maybe we should go on a less dangerous-looking hill."

Pretty paper boxes tied with bows

 Cassidy looked at him in surprise. "What? You get hurt all the time battling supervillains on a daily basis and you're afraid of a little hill?"

Walking in the sun or in the snow

 "It's not little. Besides, I'd like to do something and not end up getting hurt, thank you."

 "Don't worry, you won't. Now, hang on!"

We can feel the excitement growing, knowing

 Tech tightened his grip around Cassidy's middle as their sled wooshed down the hill.

It's the greatest time of year, and it's here
Help me celebrate it

 Rev had just reached the bottom when he saw Tech and Cassidy following him. He suddenly got an idea, and set to work on building a large ramp out of snow at the bottom of the hill, right in their path.

With everybody here, friends so dear
Let me simply state it

 "RRRRREEEEEEVVVVVVV!!!!!!!" Tech and Cassidy screamed as their sled went flying over the ramp. Both coyotes were thrown into the snow, Cassidy on top of Tech. They looked at each other in confusion for a second, then broke out in laughter.

Joy to the world and everyone

 "Hey, love puppies, are you sledding or what?" Duck questioned as he pulled his sled past them.

 Tech and Cassidy exchanged sly looks.

Lift up your hearts and feel the love

 "YYEEOOUCCH!" Duck yelled as he was hit in the back with two snowballs. "Oh, is that how they're gonna play?" He picked up some snow and threw it at them.

It's our favorite way, to spend the holiday
Yeah

 Tech and Cassidy ducked and the snowball hit Lexi in the arm. "Hey!" She shouted, returning Duck's throw. But it missed and hit Rev in the back of the head.

 And that was the end of any abilitly to keep track of who was throwing what at who as an every-man-and-woman-for-him-and-herself snowball war broke out.

We can get all cozy by the fire

 After what seemed like only a few minutes, they decided to call a truce and head inside. All of them were freezing. Especialy Duck, who got buried underneath a huge snowball from Slam.

 When they were inside, Lexi made hot chocolates for everyone. Just then, the doorbell rang and a delivery boy left five envelopes in Ace's hand. He handed them out. There was one adressed to Tech, Lexi, Rev, Slam, and himself.

Turn the music up a little higher

 Tech was the first to read his letter, which said,

 Dear Tech,

 We would love to come over and meet your friends! You've told us so much about them, we just can't wait! We'll be coming tomorrow. See you then.

   Love, Your Mom and Dad.

PS. The other envelope has a picture that I thought your friends (Especially Cassidy) would love to see.

 Tech glanced over only to see Cassidy holding the second envelope. "Oh, no."

I don't think that I could ever tire
Of being together

 Cassidy began to open it.

 "Oh, please no..."

 Cassidy's hand flew to her mouth to suppress a giggle. The other's intrest suddenly sparked. "What's that?" Ace asked.

Decorate the tree, hang mistletoe
And stand by me

 Cassidy stretched her arm out to show them, but Tech attempted to grab it from her. "Give it to me, Cass."

 "What's the magic word?" She asked teasingly.

"Now. Or else."

 "Or else what?"

It's a picture perfect moment captured

 Tech smiled slyly. "This." He reached out and tickled her.

 "TECH!" Cassidy squealed. "Rev! Help!"

Memories that we'll have after

 Rev zipped over and grabbed the picture from Cassidy, then ran back and showed the others, who burst out in laughter. Then, Rev returned the picture to Cassidy.

It's the greatest time of year, and it's here
Help me celebrate it

 "See how cute you used to look!" She giggled, showing him the picture. Tech's face went red. It was a picture when he was a baby, wrapped up in a green blanket, asleep, with a ragged toy dog in his arms.

With everybody here, friends so dear
Let me simply state it

 Tech could only sigh. "At least I know my mom hasn't changed yet." He turned his attention to the others. "What do your letters say?"

Joy to the world and everyone

 "Our parents accepted our invitations to come over for Christmas." Ace said.

Lift up your hearts and feel the love

 "Wait, you invited them over?" Duck asked.

 "Well, yeah..." Ace began.

It's our favorite way, to spend the holiday
Yeah

 "This is so exciting! I can't wait to meet all your parents!" Cassidy announced, smiling.

 Duck, however, did not share her enthusiasm. "Sure, whatever."

 "What's wrong Duck? Are your parents not able to come?"

 Duck stood up quickly. "Yeah, that's one way of putting it." He left the room angrily.

 Cassidy blinked. "What did I say?"

 Tech put his arm around her. "Nothing, because by the sound of it, you don't know the truth."

 Cassidy gave him a confused look.

 "Ya see, Cassidy, you and Duck have a lot more in common than you think...." Ace started.

 "Like you, Duck grew up as an orphan. That's about all we know. He's really touchy with his past." Lexi finished.

 "Oh no, no wonder he was so upset with me! I have to go apologize..." She stood up.

 Tech stopped her. "I don't know, Cass, maybe you should let him blow off some steam first."

 "Okay." Cassidy sat down again. 'Poor Duck, he probably never told much for fear of being made fun of. I know how he feels. If only I could talk to him....'

.ORANGE TRIANGLE.

 Duck walked down the busy streets of Acmetropolis aimlessly. He stopped when he realized he was at the edge of a cliff, overlooking Acmetropolis Beach, which was now empty. He gazed up at the night sky. 'I guess I was a little hard on her..... after all, I never told her. Plus, she did grow up an orphan, too.... but now she's a princess, and Tech's her prince.....'

 His thoughts were cut off when he was suddenly blinded by a bright light. "What the...?" When the light dimmed, he could see a star, seemingly plumeting to the ground. The star touched the ground a few yards from where he was.

 Out of curiousity, Duck followed the light that was shinning where the star landed. What he saw half-amazed and half-scared him.

 "Hello, Duck."

(END CHAPTER)

TEH GASPISHNESS!!!!! WHAT IN THE NAME OF CREAM CHEESE IS GOING ON? Find out in the next chapter!

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Teaser Time!
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 "Techie, Sweetie!" Tech's mom, Melissa, squealed, pulling Tech into a hug. "I'm so glad to see you! I missed you so much."

 "I missed you, too, Mom." Tech said, returning the embrace.

 "Hey, my boy! Long time no see!" Tech's father, Mike E. Coyote, walked in, carring a few bags.

 "Hey, Dad!" Tech returned. "Where's Shortstuff?"

 "I'm not so short anymore, Wise Guy." Before Tech knew what happened, a young girl jumped on his back. Tech pulled her off and hooked his arm around her neck, his fist messing with her hair.

 "Bailey, Tech, behave." Melissa reminded them.

 "Yes, Mom." Tech let go of Bailey. "Just like old times, right Bailey? Except you were very short."

 "True, but it's been a while since you were hit by that rock." Bailey countered. She looked very much like Tech, except her fur was a lighter colour, and her eyes were a blueish shade. She kinda reminded Cassidy of her own sister, Maria.

 "Anyway, let me introduce everyone. Ace, Lexi, Rev, Slam, and Duck is..... somewhere, and this is Cassidy. Guys, this is my family, my Mom, Melissa, my Dad, Mike, and my baby sister, Bailey."

 Bailey looked Cassidy up and down, then smiled. "Hi, it's nice to finally meet Tech's girlfriend."

 "Bailey, stop teasing your brother."

 Tech rubbed the back of his neck nervously. "Well, actually Mom,..... Bailey's right.... Cassidy is my girlfriend...."

 Tech's mom froze for a minute. All was silent as the news sunk in. Then Tech's mom hugged Tech again, nearly knocking him over. "I don't believe it! My little Techie Wechie has a girlfriend!"

 "Mom. Please, not now...." Tech begged, his face turning red.

 Cassidy, Lexi, and Bailey giggled.
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Haha yes Techie Wechie.

Tech: I told you not to call me that!

How about I call you "Techie poo"

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Techie poo

Tech: I'm warning you!

Techie poo

Tech: All right thats it.

  And where off again BBBBBBBBBBBBBBYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tech:   I'll get you if it's the last thing I do. 

Ohh I scared.

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Another good chapter!

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Sorry for not reading earlyer but great storry so far!!

NOOO! THE CAKE IS NOT A LIE!

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Chapter 3: "A Decision Is Made"

 Tech's mom froze for a minute. All was silent as the news sunk in. Then Tech's mom hugged Tech again, nearly knocking him over. "I don't believe it! My little Techie Wechie has a girlfriend!"

 "Mom. Please, not now...." Tech begged, his face turning red.

 Cassidy, Lexi, and Bailey giggled.
 
 Mike took Melissa's hand and seperated her from Tech. "Calm down, Honey."
 
 Melissa blushed a bit. "I'm sorry, Tech, it's just, I'm so happy! After all this is your first girlfreind."
 
 Cassidy threw a sly look at Tech. "Really?"
 
 Tech smiled innocently at her. "Yep. Just shows you how special you are to me."

 Ace shook his head. "Eh, I give ya a C minus on that one, Doc."

 Tech gave him a disbelieving look. "What?"
 
 Melissa, Mike, and Bailey exchanged confused glances.

 "Ya see, Mrs. and Mr. Coyote, Tech is a bit .... 'inexperienced' when it comes to girls, so I'm helping him out." Ace explained.

 "I'd believe that." Bailey said. "But it sounds like you're having problems." She pointed out jokingly.
 
 "Well, like they say, 'you can't teach an old dog new tricks.'" Ace said.
 
 Tech twitched a little at that remark, but otherwise, didn't react, knowing that he didn't mean it. Cassidy smiled and hugged Tech. Techsmiled and returned the embrace.

 "AAWWW!!! Don't they look so cute together?" Melissa cooed.

.GREEN TRIANGLE.

RING! RING!

 Ace ran to the door, having a feeling that he knew who was there. "Mom! Dad!" He excliamed in suprise. 'Why are they here together?' He wondered.

 "Hello Ace, Honey." The female rabbit replied, giving Ace a kiss on the cheek.

 "Hey, Ace." The male rabbit punched Ace lightly in the arm.

 "Mom, Dad, these are my friends. Lexi, Rev, Slam, Tech, Cassidy, and Duck, who has disappeared." Ace introduced everyone. "Guys, this is my mom, and dad." "Nice to meet you, Mr. and Mrs. Bunny." Everyone said.

 "You, too. But please, call me Flora." Ace's mom replied, smiling.

 "And call me Miguel." Ace's dad said.

 "So, Ace, who's the girl?" Flora aksed, stepping closer to Ace.

 "Oh, you mean Lexi?" Ace smiled. "Yes, she is my girlfreind."

 Flora inspected Lexi up and down, then whispered to Ace. "Nice, but you could have done better." Then, she walked around, leaving Ace absolutely confused.

 Unfortunately, Ace's mom didn't know about Lexi's superhearing, so Lexi heard every word. "What was that about?" Lexi demanded.
 
 "I'm so sorry, Lex, it's just my mom, she's a bit......" Ace struggled to find the right word. "Picky."

 "Picky?" Lexi repeated, crossing her arms.

 "Yes, but don't worry, she just needs to get to know you." Ace said reassuringly.

 Lexi was silent for a moment. "Okay." She gave a small sigh. "Well, now we know how Tech and Cassidy felt when her father was against them."

 "True. But this is slightly different. King John didn't trust Tech. My mom, well, I'm not sure but we'll find out and work it out, right?"

 Lexi nodded. "Right. We have to. I love you, Ace, and I don't want to be separated from you like Tech and Casscidy were."

 "Don't worry." Ace pulled her into a hug. "I won't let that happen."

.PINK TRIANGLE.

 Duck lay on his bed, staring at the ceiling. Venus' words echoed in his mind.

 'You must decide which is most important...'

 Duck rolled over and reached under his bed. He fished around in the mess of stuff underneath it until he found what he was looking for, a small, brown book. He flipped a few pages before settling on a certain one. On the page was a bunch of ilegible scribbles and a couple pictures. One of them was of a young Duck- at the most four years old - anthro, sitting inbetween two humans, one male, one female, on the beach. They were building a sandcastle.
 
 'The most important...'
 
 Duck sat up. 'I know which one is the most important...' He left his room, walking through the main room of HQ silently, hoping to leave unnoticed.

 "Wait! Duck!" Cassidy called after him.
 
 What?" Duck snapped, stopping.

 "I just want to say, I'm sorry for what I said the other day. And, I know how you feel."

 Duck gave her a look of confusion. "What are you talking about?"

 "The others told me about you being an orphan, Duck. I know how you feel. When I was practically forced into telling you guys about me, I was scared, too. Scared of what you guys would think. But, you don't have to be..."

 Duck cut her off. "Me? Scared? I'm not scared of anything!" He blurted, pointing his thumb to his chest for emphasis. "Guess you're wrong, Cassidy. How can you possibly understand how I feel? We lived completely different lives. We are completely different. Now, leave me alone!" He snapped, rushing out the door.

Duck wasn't sure why he was doing this, but something inside drove him to the spot where the star had fallen last night. He stopped and waited for a few minutes. Surely enough, the same star fell a few feet away from him. "Venus?" He called out cautiously.

 "Hello, Duck." She replied. "I am guessing that you have made your decision."

 "Yeah, I have." Duck paused for a moment. "I want my parents back." 

(END CHAPTER)

 If you were paying attention, you would notice something Ace thought that will be explained later.

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TEASER TIME!
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 "So how did it go?" Tech asked as Cassidy sat down beside him.
 
 "Not too well." She sighed.
 
 "Well, Duck's not the easiest person to talk to, as you have found out. And on top of that, he's touchy about his past and he doesn't like being helped. Don't worry, he'll get over it."
 
 "Yeah, I guess so." Cassidy was silent for a moment. "Tech? What was it like?"
 
 Tech gave her a confused look. "What do you mean?"
 
 "Having just one family, what was it like?"
 
 Now it was Tech's turn to be silent. "Well.... It was kinda like.... a ... a rollercoaster.."
 
 Cassidy giggled at Tech's attempt to compare what she didn't understand. "Rollercoaster?" She echoed.
 
 "Yeah, sorry about that. But, it kinda was. I mean, there were points where everything would be smooth and easy, and we were all happy. Then there were other parts where it got bumpy and tough, will sharp twists and drops. But no matter what happened, we never left anyone behind."
 
 Cassidy was silent again. "That's kinda like what it was like for me. Except, there were more drops and twists than smooth parts. And I always got left behind." Then she smiled. "But it makes me even more thankful to be here. Cause you guys are just about the only ones who made sure I was never left behind."
 
 Tech smiled and hugged her. "Now we just have to make sure that Duck doesn't get left behind."
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 Chapter 4:"Questions"
 
 "So how did it go?" Tech asked as Cassidy sat down beside him.
 
 "Not too well." She sighed.
 
 "Well, Duck's not the easiest person to talk to, as you have found out. And on top of that, he's touchy about his past and he doesn't like being helped. Don't worry, he'll get over it."
 
 "Yeah, I guess so." Cassidy was silent for a moment. "Tech? What was it like?"
 
 Tech gave her a confused look. "What do you mean?"
 
 "Having just one family, what was it like?"
 
 Now it was Tech's turn to be silent. "Well.... It was kinda like.... a ... a rollercoaster.."
 
 Cassidy giggled at Tech's attempt to compare what she didn't understand. "Rollercoaster?" She echoed.
 
 "Yeah, sorry about that. But, it kinda was. I mean, there were points where everything would be smooth and easy, and we were all happy. Then there were other parts where it got bumpy and tough, will sharp twists and drops. But no matter what happened, we never left anyone behind."
 
 Cassidy was silent again. "That's kinda like what it was like for me. Except, there were more drops and twists than smooth parts. And I always got left behind." Then she smiled. "But it makes me even more thankful to be here. Cause you guys are just about the only ones who made sure I was never left behind."
 
 Tech smiled and hugged her. "Now we just have to make sure that Duck doesn't get left behind."

 Just then, both coyotes heard hysterical laughter coming from the living room. "Let's go see what's so funny." Cassidy suggested, grabbing Tech's hand and bringing him with her. Everyone was sitting on the couches, and Tech's mom, Melissa, was telling them something. The laughter calmed down a bit as Tech and Cassidy came in and sat down.
 
 Lexi let out one last giggle. "Mrs. Coyote, you must tell that story to Cassidy!"
 
 Melissa smiled. "I'd love to." She turned to Cassidy. "You see, when Tech was just a little boy, he loved sneaking into the laundry room and borrowing a few sheets...."

 Tech's eyes widened. He knew that story. "Uh... Mom, I don't think Cassidy wants to hear that old story...."

 But Cassidy's curiousity had gotten the better of her. "Actually, Tech, yes, I do. Please, Mrs. Coyote, go on."
 
 "Of course, anyway, Tech would borrow a few sheets from my laundry and tie them around his neck. Then, he would run around the house in nothing but his undies!"
 
 Again, the room burst out laughing, except for Tech, whose face turned red. Cassidy leaned against Tech, trying to calm herself. Tech wrapped his arms around her and started tickling her, throwing her into a new fit of laughter. When he stopped, Cassidy rested against him, taking in deep breaths.
 
 Melissa, however, thought that the scene was the cutest thing ever, and asked Miguel to take a picture of them.
 
 "MOM!" Tech protested.
 
.BLUE TRIANGLE.
 
 "So, me and Mom will be in your room, but, where will you be sleeping?" Bailey questioned.
 
 "Well, I was.... uh..." Cassidy stammered, not sure how to tell her.
 
 "With Tech?" She guessed. Cassidy nodded nervously. "Hey, don't worry, I'm okay with you and Tech. I couldn't be happier for you. When Tech looks at you, there's this joyful look in his eyes. He is truely happy with you. I've never seen him so happy since we were kids." Bailey put her arm around Cassidy's shoulders. "I'm so glad he found you again. You wouldn't believe how torn he was after the meteor."
 
 "Really?"
 
 "Yeah, he said he felt like something was missing. He became miserable. And now, to see him like this....." Bailey stopped and collected herself. "So, what is he like?" She questioned.
 
 "Why are you aking me? You're his sister, afterall."
 
 "Well, I'd just like to see him from another girl's point-of-view. I'm curious to know."

 Cassidy sat down beside her, smiling as she thought. "Well.. he's very sweet, and caring, and he always seems to know what to say to cheer me up or encourage me."

 "You really love him, don't you?"
 
 "Yes, I do. I honestly don't know where I'd be without him. He's helped me across some really rough ground. If it weren't for your brother, I'd probably still be hiding from the world."
  
 "Well, according to Tech, you've been the one helping him. Like I said, it's great seeing him so happy again." There was a pause of silence. "Are your parents coming, too?"
 
 Cassidy blinked, surprised by this question, and not sure how to answer it. "Well, I... I don't know."
 
 "Oh, I'm sorry, if you don't want to say anything, I understand."
 
 "No, it's just that, I don't know if they are coming. If so, it would only be my father and sister."

 "What about your mom?"
 
 "She... she died a long time ago."
 
 Bailey gasped. "Oh my, I talk too much. I'm so sorry!"
 
 "Don't worry, it's okay. I don't really remember her. She died when I was very young." Wanting desperately to change the subject, Cassidy blurted, "So, what was it like being his little sister?"
 
 "It was fun. We are very close. We are complete opposites, especially in school. He was way ahead of eveyone else, while I was about even with the other classmates. His report cards would be full of praises for his smarts, yet mine would have comments like, 'Is doing well, but could acheive a lot more than grades suggest.'" Bailey gave a small sigh. "I guess it's because I have a genius for a brother. But, it doesn't bother me, cause my first passion will always be music."

"Music?" Cassidy echoed, curious to know more.
 
 "Yep, I want to be a professional piano player. I started taking lessons when I was ten. Tech and our parents really believe I can do it."
 
 Just then, Melissa entered the room. Cassidy yawned. "Well, I'm tired, ao I guess I'll get out of here and get some sleep."
 
.ORANGE TRIANGLE.
 
 "Your parents?" Venus echoed.
 
 "Yes, my parents."
 
 There was a long pause, then Venus spoke up. "I would love to help you get your parents back, but I'm afraid I might not be able to do that."
 
 "What?! But you said you could!"
 
 "Yes, I did, but there are some limitations to my powers. I believe I can do it, but I'm gonna need your help. I need you to collect as much information about them as possible." 

 "I am?" Duck said, in a state of panic. "But, but, but, but,"

 "I am truely sorry, but you must if you want your parents." Again, she disappeared.

 Duck stood there, thinking for a moment. 'Well, If that's what I have to do, then I'm gonna do it. I'm sure it'll be more than worth the effort.' He wondered where he could get the information Venus needed. 'Ha! I know where! And with him busy drooling over his girlfreind, he won't catch me!

(END CHAPTER)

Sorry to cut Duck's part so short, but I ran out of ideas for that part. But no worries, Duck will soon have a lot more time to tell us his story!

Thanks for the wonderful reviews!

PS. The whole, Tech as a little kid scene was originally made up by Akira Cat in her story, 'Child's Play' If you have not read it, You must. It is awesome!

.... Tech's gunna kill Duck. XD
Nice to see you back!

Thanks sooooooooooooo much for the awesome reviews!!! *glomps*

And, how come everyone thinks I'm back? I didn't even know I was gone in the first place! *is extremly confuzzed*

Le gasp! I've only started reading this today and I am speechless in awe! And the teaser just wants me to hug poor ol' Ace!

*Hugs Ace*

Ace: The chapter hasn't even started yet.

Me: But your mommy was mean.

And that may inspire me to write a fan fiction about this issue. I shall give you credit for it Cassidy.

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NEW CHAPTER!

Chapter 6: "Dicoveries"

 "DING DONG!" The doorbell rang again. Lexi answered it. "Ma! Pa!" She shouted with glee, hugging them. "I'm so glad you could make it!"

 "Us, too, Lexi." Lexi's mother replied. She was dressed in a plain-styled dress, her blondish hair tied back in a bun.

 "Guys, I do believe you know my parents, Russ and Linda. That is, all of you except Cassidy." Lexi introduced her family. "Ma, Pa, Cassidy is our new teammate. She joined almost a year ago."

 Flora, Ace's mom, inspected Russ and Linda's plain, old-fashioned clothing with disgust. "So, that's where that girl came from," She whispered to herself. "No shocker there."
 
 Lexi, obviously overhearing her, cringed slightly. "Excuse me for just one moment, please...." Lexi asked as she dragged Ace out of the living room. "Look, Ace, you know I can't help but overhear you mother's whispered comments, but I can't take it anymore! This is one of those times when I wish I didn't have sonic hearing."
 
 "Woah, Lex, please, listen for a sec. I know you're upset over what my mom said, and I am too, but there's something you should know..."
 
 "What would that be?"
 
 "My mom grew up in the city, she always had the best of everything. When she was around something or someone who wasn't up to her standard, she'd cause a big fuss."
 
 "I've gotten that part already."
 
 "Yeah, but there's more. Ever since I was born, my mom has wanted me to become an actor. She trained me to act since I was seven. As a little kid, I thought it was a special game that only me and my mom played, but when I got older, it became very boring. My mom didn't like that. When I finished high school, Mom entered me into a special acting college. I didn't want to go. My dad helped me out. He got me a job as a stunt-double at a studio. We hoped that would be enough, but it wasn't. Mom started completly ignoring me and my dad."
 
 Lexi was silent. "Ouch.. that must've hurt."
 
 "It did, but, it got me out of acting school, so I was happy. Soon, I realized that I loved doing stunts. It was exciting, it paid good, and I was too busy to worry about my mom. That is, until the meteor hit."
 
 "And you recieved your powers..."
 
 "And I recieved some very upsetting news. I found out that.... my mom and dad, they got a divorce."
 
 "They what?!" Lexi gasped.

 "They divorced. I couldn't do anything about it, but I knew I was the reason." Ace slumped a little in his chair.

 Lexi sat beside him a hugged him tightly. "No, remember what you said to Cassidy? You can't blame yourself. You have to move on."

 Ace nodded, remembering those words that, just a few months ago, he comforted the confused and upset girl with. "You're right, Lex, but I can't help it. You see, they got a divorce just a few weeks after I got my job as a stunt-double."

 "Still, it's not your fault. There could be a hundred other reasons why they split up. But, there's hope that they might get back together."

 "Really?"

 "Yes, I mean, they're here together, aren't they?"

 Ace smiled. "I must be getting blind. Thanks, Lex." He gave her a kiss. "You're amazing."

.PINK TRIANGLE. 
 
 
 Meanwhile, Duck was at the computer, typing away. He soon found what he was looking for, and started scribbling down stuff on a peice of paper. Suddenly, he heard the lab doors open. Having found enough information, Duck bailed. He grabbed the paper and quacked out of sight.

 Tech entered the lab, surprised to find a pencil laying on the desk. He and Cassidy had completely cleaned the lab a few days ago, putting everything where it was supposed to be. At first, he didn't bother to investigate further, until he noticed something strange. The computer was on. Last time he'd checked, it was off. He knew Cassidy would have turned it off again if she'd used it, but she had been busy the whole day. The only other suspects he had were Rev and Duck.

 Normally, Rev would be Tech's first choice as a suspect, but Duck had been acting strange lately, so he was the prime suspect. Out of curiousity, Tech ran through the history of the somputer's use, and found something interesting. The last program used was a person search program. The people who were searched for were two duck anthros, Penelope Duck and David Duck.

 Tech's eyes widened as he continued reading. 'Duck's biological parents?!'
 

.GREEN TRIANGLE.
 
 "Mmmmm.... Something smells good in here." Tech said as he walked into the kitchen, where all the girls were busy preparing dinner. He was searching for Ace, but had no luck so far.
 
 "Hey, Tech, Honey, would you mind going to the store to pick us up some stuff?" Melissa asked.
 
 "Sure thing, Mom." Tech said, deciding that he could tell Ace later. Besides, a trip to the grocery store wouldn't take too long. "Just tell me what you need."
 
 Melissa handed him a small list.
 
 "I'll come with you, Tech." Cassidy's father offered.
 
 "Uh, okay... I mean, yes, sir." Tech stuttered.
 
 Lexi nudged Cassidy. "This should be interesting."
 
 "True." Cassidy nodded.
 
 "How come?" Bailey asked when Tech and John had dissapeared out the door.
 
 "Let's just say that my father and your brother don't exactly see eye-to-eye." Cassidy stated.

 During most of the trip, Tech did not say a word. John noticed that Tech seemed tense and nervous. Finally, he spoke up. "Relax, Tech. I'm not going to eat you."

 Tech gave a small nervous laugh. "Would you believe that's the second time today I've been told that?"

 "Listen, I know we started off on the wrong foot, especially when I learned that my daughter was in love with someone other than Edward, that she was going against me. But, I apologize again for my behavior."

 "Well, I did come in a little unexpectedly...."

 "True, but, you see, I loved Rose very much. I couldn't stand seeing her hurt. And the first time I let her out of my sight when there was danger around.... I... " He trailed off, not knowing what to say.

 "I understand how you feel. With all respect, Sir, I love your daughter very much, too."

 "I just didn't want to lose her, too. I didn't know who to trust to take care of her. But, it seems like you have already proved yourself. On top of that, I know she truely loves you."

 "And I love her back. But, I don't know how to explain why. I just do. And sometimes, I can't tell her how much."

 "Do not worry, my boy, I'm sure she knows it. But, I must warn you, you may have proven yourself trustworthy, but I'm still watching you!"

 Tech laughed again, this time I little more freely. "Yes, Sir, I understand."

 (END CHAPTER)

Love this story

 
Chapter 7: "The Plot Thickens"
 
 
 "We're back!" Tech called out as he and John entered the kitchen.
 
 Cassidy smiled. "So, how did it go?"
 
 "Great." Her father answered. "That little store is amazing, almost run completely by computers. In fact, Acmetropolis has to be one of the most interesting places I've ever visited."
 
 "I'm glad you had a good time, Father."
 
 When John left the room, Tech threw a sly smile at Cassidy. "I'm guessing that you meant something else when you said, 'how did it go?'"
 
 "Good observation. Tech, I know that you and my father are not exactly 'best freinds,' and you just spent some time with him. How did it go?"
 
 "Okay, we just talked a bit." Tech replied simply. "What were you up to while I was gone?"
 
 "Why must I always be up to something?"
 
 "Cause you are." Tech laughed.
 
 "Well, I think that Mrs. Runner is convinced that I'm a vegetarian. She kept asking me to try her food. Most of which contained seeds."
 
 "Oh, that reminds me, Rev might have told his family that we're vegetarians, because of the 'coyote issues.'"
 
 "Thanks for the warning."

 Tech stood up, remembering something. "We have to find Ace and the others."

 "Why?"

 "I'll show you, but first, the others."

 So, Tech and Cassidy ran around HQ, gathering together Ace, Lexi, Rev, and Slam. They all met in Tech's lab.

 "What's the big emergency, Tech?" Ace asked.

 "I may have found out why Duck's been acting so weird." He brought up the program on the computer that Duck had been using.

 All five gasped. "Are they Duck's parents?"

 "Yep, I don't know why Duck suddenly started researching them, but I have a strange feeling about it."

 Ace thought for a minute. "Okay, Tech, Cassidy, see what you can find on Duck's parents."
 
Both coyotes nodded and began typing away at the computer. Cassidy suddenly gasped.
 
 "What did you find, Cass?" Tech asked.
 
 Cassidy said nothing, just pointed at the computer screen in front of her. The others crowded around to read what it was.
 
 "It's a newspaper article from 2747, almost 25 years ago." Tech observed.
 
 'A horrible crash happened earlier this week on the corner of Main and Second street. The car had spun out of control before crashing front first into a stoplight. Both the driver, David Duck, and the front-seat passenger, Penelope Duck, were killed. The only survivor was their only son, Daniel Duck.'
 
 "Duck!" Slam gasped, as well.
 
 "So, that's what happened to Duck's real parents." Ace said.
 
 "The only question is, what exactly has Duck been up to lately?" Lexi asked.
 
 "Only one way to find out." Ace stood up and marched to Duck's room, the others close behind him. He knocked on the door. "Hey, Duck, are you in there?"

 "Yeah, what do you want?" Duck snapped.

 "Duck, we're worried about you." Lexi answered. "Please come out."

 "I'm fine." He said flatly. "Go away."

 Cassidy glanced up at Tech and Ace, a question in her eyes. Both of them nodded. Cassidy gave a small sigh. "Duck, we know what happened to your parents. We're sorry, but you can't just keep locking yourself up. We want to help you."

 Duck opened the door and glared at her. "So, you went snooping around in my life, huh? Thanks for asking me first. And what you said about not locking myself up, I think you should practice what you preach! I mean, you've been a part of this team for how long, and just a few months ago, we find out what happened in your life? Pretty pathetic, if you ask me."

 Tech came to her defense. "It wasn't her fault! She didn't know who to trust, and the way you acted around her didn't help, either."

 "So, this whole situation is my fault?" Duck snorted. "I see. Yeah, you guys really want to help." He added scarcastically before shutting his door.

 "Duck! Wait!" Slam grumbled. But Duck did not hear him.

 "Sorry, Ace. I guess I still have some stuff to learn." Cassidy apologized.

 "Don't worry about it, Cassidy. Duck didn't mean what he said. We have to figure out what he meant, though."

.ORANGE TRIANGLE.

 "Venus?" Duck called out as he neared the empty beach.

 "Yes, Duck, I'm here. Do you have the information?" Venus answered him.

 "Here." Duck handed her the papers he had. "That's all I could find."

 Venus nodded slowly as she read the papers. "I think it will be enough." She closed her eyes and concentrated.

 Minutes ticked by in what seemed like hours to Duck. At first, he thought it wasn't enough, until a blinding flash of light appeared. Duck backed away ad tripped over a rock.

 When the light disappated, Duck heard two familiar voices. "Daniel?"

 He gasped. "Mom? Dad?"

(END CHAPTER)
 
Yes, Duck's first name is Daniel in my world.

Has Duck's parents come back?
Hopefully we'll find out next time on 'Duck's Christmas Wish'

Can't wait till the next chappe!!

CassidyCoyote wrote:

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Yes, Duck's first name is Daniel in my world.

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I think Daniel or Danny has to be the most popular real name for Danger Duck.

I'm extremely sorry for how long it took me to finish this chapter, but I had many more important things to do. including finishing my school work so I don't have to be in summer school. On top of that, I had to say goodbye to some very special freinds when they moved away Saturday. That was hard for me.

anyway, this is one of the longest chapters yet, I'm hoping this is worth the wait!
 
Chapter 8: "One Big Heap Of Trouble"

 Duck stood up slowly. "Mom? Dad?" He couldn't believe his eyes. His parents! Alive! Without even thinking, Duck rushed up to them and hugged both of them.

 The female duck bent down to Duck's height. "Daniel, my little boy. You're all grown up." Tears came to her eyes.

 The male duck also kneeled down. "I can't believe what I'm seeing. My son, already old enough to be on his own."

 Duck frowned slightly. He didn't want them to leave. He wanted to be with them. He was just about to say something when Venus spoke up.

 "I'm sorry to spoil your reunion, but I have to take you three hostage now."

 Duck spun around and glared at her. "You and what army?"

 Venus smiled menacingly. "This army."

 From seemingly out of nowhere appeared Mastermind, Professor. Zane, the Fuz-Zs, and the Ice Vikings.

 Duck's lower jaw dropped. "Me and my big mouth..."
 
.YELLOW TRIANGLE.

"Hey Tech." Ace said as he and Tech were heading towards the kitchen. Everyone was gathering there for dinner. "Maybe we should take this stuff to your lab and test it. I mean, Cassidy did help cook it."

 "Good point." Tech agreed.

 "You guys are sooo mean!" Lexi protested, punching them both in the arm. Everyone, even Cassidy, broke out in laughter.

When they were all seated around the table, they noticed that Slam's parents still had not arrived. Slam had anticipated this, since, aside from Cassidy's father, they had the farthest to travel. Suddenly, the doorbell rang, and Slam answered it. Two blurs of brown went flying across the room.

 "Graba my mom and dad." Slam said, introducing his parents as Samantha Tasmanian and Steve Tasmanian.They both eagerly joined everyone at the table.

 Ace stood up. "I would like to make a toast to the team. Slam, a big guy with an even bigger heart. Rev, the guy who can cheer anyone up. Duck, who, for personal reason, can't be here with us today, is a great teammate with an unstoppable ego. Tech, my right-hand guy, who we can always come to for answers, and his right-hand girl, Cassidy, although she came off at a rough start, never gave up just to prove what she could do. And last, but certainly not least, Lexi, a very special girl and a amazing kick-butt partner. You guys have been amazing the years we've been a team. Never giving up, no matter what it costs. Always sticking together, and helping each other out. I'm proud of you guys."

 "Here, here!" Everyone cheered.

 "And to our families. If it wasn't for you guys, we wouldn't be here!"

 "True!" Their parents shouted. Everyone broke out in laughter. Ace, Lexi, Tech, Rev, Slam, and Cassidy hesitantly joined in the laughter and conversation, their thoughts locked on the empty seat beside Slam. In the back of their minds nagged a strange feeling that something wasn't right.
 
 After eating, they all gathered around the tree in the main room of HQ and exchanged gifts.

When Cassidy opened her gift from Tech, she gasped. "Oh, Tech.... it's beautiful." In her hand she held a gold locket. It was in the shape of a heart and the letter 'T' engraved into it. Cassidy opened it and saw, on the inside, a picture of her and Tech, and these words,
 
  "' ....It feels so right to be here with you, and now, looking in your eyes, I feel in my heart, the start of something new....' Everytime I hear this song, I think of you, the most important person in my life. I love you so much.
                                       Love, Tech.'
 
 Tears came to Cassidy's eyes. Tech reached out and hugged her. "Every word is true." He whispered in her ear. "I love you, Cass."
 
 Ace nudged Tech's arm. "Well, go ahead, Loverboy, put it on her."
 
 Tech gulped nervously, aware that Cassidy's father's eyes were on him. He hesitated before reaching around Cassidy's neck to put the necklace on. His hands shook and it took him a couple tries to do up the clasp.
 
 Cassidy giggled and kissed Tech's cheek. "Thank you, Tech. I love it, but not as much as you."
 
 Tech's face turned red.
 
 "But, how did you remember the song? We haven't heard it since Acme West."
 
 "Well, after a thorough meditation, I was able to remember....."
 
 Lexi cleared her throat and threw a pointed look at Tech.
 
 Tech smiled innocently. "Lexi told me."
 
 Cassidy giggled. "Thanks, Lexi, for helping him." She glanced at Tech. "As for you...." She gave him his Christmas present from her.

 Tech opened it in awe. "Wow, Cass. 'The Complete Scientific Journal of Dr. Chroniker!' Do you know hard it is to find this?"

 Cassidy giggled. "Yes I do, silly! If it wasn't for Rev I probably wouldn't have found it!"

 Tech smiled widely at her. "Thanks, Cass. I love it." He gave her a kiss.
 
 "Hey, did you two learn your lesson last time or are we gonna have ta separate you again?" Ace put it jokingly.
 
 "Ace! Leave them alone for once, would ya?" Lexi said.
 
 "Allright, I will. And to keep myself busy...." He handed Lexi her present from himself. Inside was a bracelet, decorated with pink jewels.

 It was Lexi's turn to gasp. "Ace..... it's amazing."

 Ace smiled. "Just like you."
 
 Among the many presents that were opened, Cassidy received a necklace from Lexi. It was a two peice, one for her and one for Lexi. Cassidy's part said "Best" "For-" and "Lexi and", Lexi's half said  "Friends" "-ever" and "Cassidy."

 Everyone had come together and got Ace a protective case for his Guardian Strike Sword for during vacations and when he wasn't using it. It came with a key and lock, too.
 
All the Loonatics came together again and bought Slam a life-time unlimited coupon for the pizza store, knowing how much he loved their pizza. Slam was extremely happy.
 
 Lexi elbowed Ace. "Ace, look." She pointed beside them. Ace smiled and rolled his eyes. Cassidy was curled up beside Tech, her head resting against him. Tech was smiling, his arms wrapped around her. Then, Tech's expression changed to a nerved look. Ace and Lexi then noticed that Cassidy's father was glaring warningly at Tech. 
 
 "Seems like King John isn't completely over his trust issue with Tech." Ace said.

 The six Loonatics looked under the tree at the same time. The only presents left were those to and from Duck. They exchanged knowing looks. Ace finally voiced their thoughts. "Eh, Slam, why don't you go ask Duck if he wants to join us now."

 "Graba yep!" Slam grumbled, heading towards Duck's room.

 A few minutes later, Slam came running into the room, panicking. "Grabulagrublaeek!"

 "Whoah, Slam, calm down. What happened?" Rev asked.

 "Duck gone!"

 "He is?"
 
 "His room empty!"

 Ace jumped up out of his seat. "Rev, use your GPS, see if you can pick up anything on Duck."

 Rev closed his eyes and started concentrating. "I can't Ace! The storm's interfering!"

 They all looked out the window and into a blinding white-out. Snow was flying in every direction, making it impossible to see.

 "Tech?" Ace glanced at the coyote. "You and Cassidy got anything that can make it through this?"

 "In fact, we do." Tech answered.

 Ace nodded. "Good." He turned to the group of concerned parents. "I'm sorry if we have alarmed ya, folks, but we have reason to believe that our friend, Duck, has gotten himself into a bit of trouble. We'll be back as soon as we can."

.GREEN TRIANGLE.
 
 A few minutes later, Tech and Cassidy's ship was flying through the air, fighting its way through the storm.

Suddenly, something hit the ship, knocking it sideways. Tech struggled to regain control of the ship, but it failed to respond.

 "Tech!" Ace hollered as he felt the ship begin to dive. "What's going on???!!!"

 "Something's knocked out all control units. We're going down!!!" Tech tried to keep himself calm, but failed.

 "Is there anyway of regaining control?" Ace asked.

 "Negative. The ship's not responding!"

 The six glanced at Duck's empty seat, as if expecting him to appear and begin panicking.

 Ace looked up at Rev. "Would you mind doing the honors?"

 Rev nodded, cleared his throat, and began screaming. He was soon joined by the others.

 "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

(END CHAPTER)

NNNNNNNNNNOOOOOOO WILL THE LOONATICS BE ABLE TO SURVIVE THEIR PLUNGE TO THE GROUND? WILL DUCK AND HIS PARENTS BE RESCUED? WILL SLAM BE ABLE TO USE HIS LIFE-TIME, UNLIMITED PIZZA COUPON?????!!!!!!!

........ Find out in the next chapter! ^^

Iterestiong chapter.

Loved the end

"Would you mind doing the honors?" XD

Thanks everyone so very much!!!! *hugs* luvs yas!

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Mallory smirked. "So, dog breath, word on the street is that you and Heidi are together now."

Tech growled. "Her name is Cassidy, and for the last flippin' time, I'm NOT A DOG!!"

Mallory shook her head. "Still so sensitive, and protective. Let's see if you can protect her from this.." She sent a blast of magnetic energy towards Cassidy, who was busyhelping Duck and Lexi with the Fuz-Zs.

Tech gasped. "Cass! Look out!"

Cassidy turned around in surprise. She dodged the laser, but landed off-balance. When Mastermind fired another blast, she couldn't get out of the way fast enough. Cassidy braced herself for impact.

Suddenly, Cassidy felt herself being pushed out of the way. She tumbled a few feet before sitting up, gasping. "Duck!"

Duck had been the one who pushed her out of the line of fire. The blast had hit him and sent him flying across a frozen lake.

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