Disney Guardians ~ WiR Part III

Felix held his cap down over his eyes, barely touching the soda in front of him since sitting here. Fighting that darned crying lump in his throat was irritating beyond measure. Jumping from wanting to trust the powerful newcomer all the way to questioning himself. This arcade was the only existence they all felt and seen. They were just pixels to players… Only meant to be taken out when one thing even went wrong… Fostering the Racers for the past few months was nothing ever since they realized the severity of the situation since Hero’s Duty was taken, with Tammy inside it. It was a struggle to accept the fact that she was never coming back. Those kids saw him change from being so bright, reassuring and helpful to outright reserved to everyone, even them. It was not a good time to take advantage of their widowed foster father, it was not a good time to be smart, so they did their best to keep Sugar Rush interesting. While he struggled to keep a strong face for his own game through long tiresome days of falling, getting hit by bricks and flying ducks. They came to the Fix-It home after hours in hopes to see if he was well, or if he wished to watch them race for the Roster each night. Alas, most nights he needed time alone, even from Ralph and the Nicelanders. This change in the hero was so bizarre that the entire arcade swore to never mention Calhoun or her game ever when Felix was in earshot. This had been going on for three whole months. His intention wasn’t to avoid them though. He wondered and pondered ways to debunk that rumor that being unplugged was a complete Game Over to everyone inside. If there was any hope…

He needed to change this. If he had the chance, he would take it.

*

Gene was livid at the fact and I was sure Felix was too that I came far too late. This was the first time I have ever dealt with a widower during my battles and journeys. While I was gone speaking with Gene, the dam broke and everything started to pour out. Ralph was trying to be subtle in noticing Felix’s out of character posture beside him and his brown eyes flexed with worry when Felix made this stifling sound. Oh no~ Felix, don’t… Ralph thought as he gave a heavy sigh. “Buddy, hey… Come on…” “Please forgive me, Ralph… I—” Felix’s voice was strained, tensed with shaken sobs as he hid his face in his hands. His shoulders tensed and trembled. “Aw, buddy… She’s just trying to help… What did she say to you back there?” Ralph furrowed as he kept an arm over Felix as he wept openly. The Nicelanders all started to gather. “I-I know. She promised that it won’t happen again…” the poor handyman gazed up at the Wrecker, tears apparently rivering down his cheeks. “…but — Oh, Jaminy ~ Please forgive me, but I tried to be strong for y'all— But I just can’t do it….” “Oh, Felix…” Marie comforted. Felix had to allow himself a moment to sob deeply into his arms. Ralph got down and seemed to hover protectively over the crying repairman when we showed our faces again. This was about the third time they had seen Felix ever being like this. Especially on that awful day… My own compassion was definitely something I couldn’t hold back. With Gene’s sharp stare at my general direction, I calmly stepped forward to the band. “I’ve given you my word, sir,” I spoke, in the softest whisper, I could manage. Felix actually looked me in the eye, with a mindful gleam. “We don’t know you, lady.” Ralph happened to growl out, on edge because his close friend was crying. “You just appeared…” “We don’t think she’s worth it…” Gene hissed from behind us. Knowing well that there was no way for me to get any closer, I drew in a breath, respectfully. Felix though had a different idea as soon as he was able to speak again, so he hopped down from the chair he sat on. He actually came by me, looking appalled at his friends as he wiped his cheeks dry. “I am shocked at you. At all of you… Never did I state anything of the sort that she wasn’t worth it.” the hero spoke, confidently, despite the leftover brokenness in his voice. “But Felix, this Guardian…” Gene tried to explain himself. “… we don’t even know if she’s telling the truth… and she decides to come now of all times right when Litwack’s about to close up shop?” “I am in no state or mood to argue the point.” Felix set his foot down. “Y'all weren’t there but I believe she will hold her own end.” Ralph sighed, relaxing his massive fists. “… yeah. You also got Vanellope to go. Right?” That was directed at me, for sure, so I humbly stepped forward. “It’s true. She met up with the Racers yesterday and they are there, right now, waiting for you. I waited until all of you were ready. You have every right to fear me, you’re all free to question anything. I came to you last because I was told of what happened.” I painfully gazed at Felix who nodded at me as he fought hard too. “As much magic as I have, things still happen beyond my control. If I had known… I would’ve been here then. Mark my words.” Felix looked at me, in shock. “R-really?” “I wasn’t sure if it was the right time to tell you…” I had hoped this wouldn’t cause more upset. “…because I honestly don’t know if it’s possible.” Felix’s eyes were the size of ping-pong balls. “Wh-what a-are you getting at, ma’am?” “I… I intend on finding Hero’s Duty,” I told them the one thing I wanted to keep secret. The entire tavern went nuts. “The very machine that Litwack plugged in. The one you met her in.” Felix had to take a step back, holding a hand to his mouth. “You are actually serious.” “Yes. But it’s not certain…” I sadly replied. “Because of that I didn’t— I didn’t want to tell you. Especially now… at least not until I knew for sure.” Felix straightened, crossing his arms, having that scorn in his eyes once more. “Well then, I’m afraid that is a ‘no can do’ attitude around here, my lady.” “But Felix,” I tried to interject until he held a hand up to shush me. “I have been digging for this possibility for months. Tammy would do the same for me… If what you say is true then… Please, let me join you.” I blinked at the gutsy hero. Honestly, this was one thing I did not expect on this mission. Bambi actually smiled. “Very honorable, but with all due respect, there is a potential danger.” he included. “You state that it isn’t for sure. That I believe is true. But I need to know. I am coming along with you.” “Felix, you can’t.” Gene tried to change the hero’s mind. “My mind’s made up.” Felix dismissed the Mayor. “Tamora would do the same. She wouldn’t take no for an answer.”

With that said, he stood between me and Bambi. Ralph looked taken aback but even he smiled at this.

That’s Our Felix Right There.

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