Twisted Wonderland 2

That's Playing Dirty

The boys gather around the crash site and help Stitch fix the last repairs.

"How are the repairs coming along, Stitch?" Riddle asks.

Stitch grins and gives Riddle a thumbs up. He turns to Floyd and gestures with a hand.

"Nice." Floyd hands Stitch a tool. "Here's the pliers."

After some more tinkering, Stitch gestures to Lilia.

"Oh, and here's the screwdriver."

Azul adjusts his glasses to hide his astonished face. "This is proceeding at mind-boggling speed."

Jack nods, folding his arms. "The repairs should be done any minute now."

Ace leans against a tree with a grin. "We can finally get back to school! This impromptu tropical vacation was fun and all, but I'm starting to miss my smartphone. Once the ship is fixed up, let's hop on and get outta here."

Riddle hums, glancing around the clearing. "Has anyone seen Y/N or Grim? They've been gone for a while now."

Ace shrugs. "I wouldn't worry too much. Grim probably wanted some food and asked Y/N to get some for him."

"Mrah... mrah..."

Riddle turns around to the sound of rustling leaves. "I believe that's Grim right now."

Grim bursts through the bushes and stops by the boys. He drops your bag and pants heavily from the run.

Ace quirks an eye. "Grim, what are you doing? The ship's just about ready to go. Did you go catch one last fish for the road? You must REALLY like the ocean."

Jack chuckles. "Did he let his feral instincts get the best of him? I can't blame him, with how good we've been eating here."

Azul grins. "Actually, it might be a good idea to bring some souvenirs back with us."

Grim glowers at the boys. "This ain't the time for that! We have to go now! Not a minute to loose!"

Floyd tilts his head. "What are you going on about, Sealie?"

Jack glances around. "Hey, where's Y/N? Why do you have her bag?"

"That's what I'm trying to tell you!" Grim exclaims. "He's got her! That shark monster's trapped Y/N! We gotta save her!"

Ace's eyes widen. "And by shark monster, you mean-"

"Me."

The boys whirl around and see Gantu at the edge of the clearing. He holds the container trapping you inside. The boys stare in surprise as Gantu sets the container beside him.

"Gantu's got Y/N inside some weird capsule!" Ace exclaims.

"It's nothing personal." Gantu says. "With universal peace at risk, you left me no other options. I have your friend in my custody. If you want her back in one piece, I'll trade her for 626."

Ace glares at him. "Pretty dirty holding her hostage!"

"You kidnapped an innocent student." Riddle narrows his eyes. "Your actions are devoid of any moral principles!"

Lilia places his hands to his hips. "Come now, Gantu. I thought you were reasonable."

Floyd scoffs. "A shark oughta make like one and charge in head-on. Goin' for low blows like this is seriously disappointin'."

Gantu growls. "You've left me no choice. If anyone's to blame, it's you guys for meddling in our affairs! I'll spell it out again: hand over 626, and you can have this other life-form back. Otherwise..."