T3Nsion Alternate Timelines

T3Nsion as a Toppat Recruit Part 1

Henry's POV:

It started out... violent. Over the past 2 years, Charles and I would be throwing punches, trying to outsmart each other. Then, my dreams had brought confusing feelings towards my enemy. I've been flirting whenever he immobilizes me, or I immobilize him. Late at night, I find myself craving his touch.
Somewhere, the pilot began to flirt back. I proceeded with caution in case he was faking it. But still, there were times when we only had each other to rely on to survive. Those were the moments that broke the ice and we learned more about each other, enjoying each other's company.
He found out about my nightmares once and I explained it all. He understood why I didn't like to talk about them and our relationship was no longer one of enemies. Like friends who have to put on an act so we don't face consequences from our superiors. But soon after, it was more like Romeo and Juliet. God, I love that man. But He's military and I'm a top Agent for the Toppats.
I've told Ellie about my dreams, but not my secret pilot boyfriend. She thinks it's caused by stress. I've never had these realistic dreams before when stressed. Little did I know that would be answered soon.

"Sven, Henry, Ellie. We got a special mission today. A very mysterious gem appeared and we only have one chance to obtain it before the Gov't gets their hands on it." Cheif Reginald stated.
"No idea why they want it. Probably has some dangerous abilities if in the wrong hands. The perfect weapon to solidify our power over the Earth." RHM added.
Sven "Or it could be a trap. They assume since Stickmin is one of us, we'll flaunt that and get lazy."
Reginald adjusted in his seat "That may be. But we must have that Sapphire! Just imagine how much our collection would be worth with all 4 gems. The Tunisian Diamond, the Romanian Ruby, the Norwegian Emerald, and now... the T3-Nsion Sapphire!"
Ellie "Alright. What's the plan?" One look and you could tell she was getting excited.
"You three will infiltrate the dig site tomorrow morning, once it's fully dug up. I suggest stealth mode as Henry here is a master of." At the chief's statement, Sven rolls his eyes.
I stopped listening, slipping into my own head. I have some time to warn Charles about the sudden heist. Should I? Maybe I can sabotage the mission without being caught. Why did I lead Ellie and me into the toppats? Would she have joined me if I changed my mind to help Charles?
"Dismissed." I heard the Cheif say and Ellie shook my shoulder, snapping me out of it.
"Dude? You ok?" Ellie consulted.
I nod my head. "Yeah. Just... Got stuff on my mind."
Ellie nodded in acknowledgment "Alright. Speaking of which. You do realize coloured streeks are so tacky, right? I can dye your whole head for ya!"
"And have you make it pink? Uh, no. I'll pass." I attempt to walk away.
But she refuses to give up and blocks my path. "I promise you I'll use the same blue you use for that streak! I swear!"
Sighing in defeat, I accept "Fine. After the heist though! And just the one blue."
"Deal!" She's too proud of herself.

During the mission, I couldn't focus easily until we finally made it to the Sapphire.
"Yes! It's ours for the taking!" That was all I could hear Ellie say before my gaze on the jewel pulled me into a white space that confused the fuck out of me.
I look around and see... Me? Lots of me! Me's with the chief's top hat, me's with government coats, even a me with cyborg enhancements! The one the most freaked out is the me wearing a brown leather jacket. They're the different versions of me from my dreams.
Leather jacket Henry "No. No, they're just dreams! Aren't they? How could this be happening?"
"Well isn't it obvious? We're from different timelines and this sapphire is the bridge that connects us all." The classy dressed toppat Henry says to the leather jacket Henry.
"Timelines?" I hear one say before being pulled out of whatever that was.
"Bro! Snap out of it!" Ellie shouts. "We need to retreat! Grab the gem and let's get out of here!"
I stand up and wipe the blood from my eyes. Wait... blood?! Forget it! The scientists are trying to stop us. One I can ID as Dr.Vin from my cyborg dream. The robot kid and Green-eyed nerd beside her, however.
"Gabe, get Giga out of here!" Dr.Vin orders.
Gabe? As in gadget Gabe?! Seeing the face behind the teleporter tests infuriates me I grab my pistol and aim for the robot that they seem to be protecting.
"GO!" Gabe shouts and Dr.Vin takes the robot away as he takes the bullet to the chest for the robot, falling to the ground.
"DAD!" The robot screams.
I can tell he's not dead. Under that lab coat is a bulletproof vest. But I don't have the time to kill a scientist as Ellie drags me out toward the exit with Sven flowing behind with the gem in a bag.
"What the fuck dude?! Do you know that nerd or something?" Ellie interrogates, ticked.
"Not exactly. I'll explain later." I say and we escape in a helicopter being piloted by Leprechaun. I see Charles below and I know I'll have to explain at our next rendezvous.
"Let's see the haul!" Sven says setting the bag down.
"No don't! Keep that thing in the bag!" I shout.
"Ugh. Just because you're the chief's new favourite, doesn't mean you can tell me what to do." Sven scoffed and was about to open the bag when I pulled him away from it.
"I'm serious Sven! Don't touch it. Don't stare at it. Don't even think about it! That thing... It has... a power too great for the human mind. Something we shouldn't even know about!" I'm freaked out of my mind and he can tell.
"O... Ok." Sven stutters and backs down. He then puts the bag in a box for safekeeping as they head back.

The next day, my hair smells like dye as I get ready for my secret rendezvous. Ellie got her satisfaction and dyed my hair completely cyan. Luckily just cyan. Sneaking out time!
I grabbed a folded-up file from a hidden compartment in my desk and stuffed it into my pocket, before heading down to earth.
Luckily, I didn't get stopped by anyone. God, I feel sweaty. I can't believe I'm doing this! Sneaking delicate into to a GOV'T ageint?! If anyone finds out, I'm dead. But I need to show him I'm serious. I want out. I want to be with him.
I need him.

Standing at his front door, I take a deep breath, expecting an earfull about yesterday and knock. He opens the door quickly and pulled me right in closing the door behind me.
"What were you thinking!? Stealing the T3-Nsion Sapphire!?!" He quietly yells.
"Uh, I'm sorry! It was a last-minute heist given by the Chief! I had no choice." I look away. And it goes quiet. I pulled a bouquet of Marigolds from behind my back.
He sighed and caressed my cheek. "It's fine, Hen. I'm sorry, I lost my cool." He fondled my lips with his gently and I just melt into him.
My heart's pounding from his touch. "Char..."
"Yes, babe?"
"You mean the world to me."
Charles smiles softly. "You mean the world to me, too. C'mon. I'll make us some noodles. You hungry?"
I nod and grin like a simp. "Yeah. Noodles sound great."
"K. Wait on the couch and I'll get the water boiling." I nod again and head for the living room.

To be continued...