Browncoat Zone - Chapter Four: Secrets Big and Small
Tuesday, September 7, 2004
From the Journal of Succatash...
CATEGORY: FICTION TIMES READ: 3965 RATING: 10.0 (PG) SERIES: FIREFLY
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I turned towards Static and nervously lit a cigarette. He lay unconscious on the table, pale and barely breathing. Purple goo slowly dribbled down his chin.
Hours passed, and I lost track of time. I grew tired as I sat in a chair next to Static, waiting helplessly. He was still unconscious, but some color was returning to his face. Maniac continued working quietly on Static’s damaged jetpack and helmet. The grandfather clock in the corner ticked hypnotically and I blinked my eyes to stay awake. Eventually, weariness overcame me and I fell asleep in the chair.
I woke with a start, briefly disorientated. I could hear faint voices and laughter, and then a man screamed wildly. I jumped up in alarm, and suddenly remembered I was in Maniac’s house. I looked around the room but Maniac was nowhere to be seen. Static was gone, too.
Again, I heard the sounds of laughter and a man’s fearful scream. This time I also heard the sound of a trumpet and I instantly grew suspicious. The noises grew louder as I walked down the hall towards Maniac’s bedroom.
“That scream sounds kind of familiar,” I muttered to myself. I opened the door without knocking. Maniac and Static were watching the video of my scooter jump across the canal. When I walked in, Maniac hastily turned off the monitor.
“What the f--” I began.
“Hey, Tash, you’re awake!” a small voice interrupted.
“Static!” I cried, overjoyed. “I’m so glad you’re alive!” The little man stood on Maniac’s desk and smiled. He looked healthy and completely recovered. My elation quickly changed to guilt as I remembered my betrayal.
“Static,” I stammered shamefully, looking at the floor, “I’m really sorry I ran away and left you alone to fight the evil bird. I’m such a coward, I know. I’m just not cut out for this adventure stuff. You should hate me. I understand.”
Maniac opened his mouth to speak, but Stati
oh yeah, it does tie into real life. huh. Good job Tash! You are an odd one, but thats the best part.
By the way Maniac, nice overalls.
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