Outtakes and One Shots

Emergency Call

Above is the picture of the hotel our Piano Man's parents are staying at.

Emergency Call

"How does Victor tap into all of the bird's accounts anyway?  I know I'm smart, but some of them have encrypted accounts."  Kota was asking Nathan as they sat in Kota's bedroom typing away at their laptops.

"Hey, did you know there is a Facebook page for Academy fans?  This can't be the SAME Academy as ours... Can it?"  Nathan looked nervous.

"Corey told me that they had already encountered some chatter over the wire that there was a forum for Academy fans that had all of us listed, but when I looked at it, all I saw was a place to play games and ask questions.  There was a note about everyone moving their material to Wattpad, but there are over 1 million stories on there.  I cannot sift through them all to determine if they have actual knowledge of us or just using us as mythological fiction characters."

"Hold-up!  I think I got something."  Nathan was smiling, proud he could help out his brother.  "There really is a Facebook page.  And these birds are a little coo-coo for cocoa puffs.  They think North's grumpy, brooding attitude is hot.  And a lot of them have a thing for nerd boys.  Since when do you have so many birds after you?"  Nathan laughed.

"I don't."  Kota pushed his glasses up his nose and leaned over to look at Nathan's computer.  His button down shirt was tucked neatly into his slacks and he had a belt on.  In contrast, Nathan had on a t-shirt and a pair of sweatpants.  They were such polar opposites it was funny, yet their friendship had lasted through the years.  "Looks like this is what we are looking for."

Kota took the laptop from Nathan and typed out a message.

Nerd Boy: This is a priority 1 situation.  Urgent help is requested.  Victor's parental figures are on an airplane headed to Australia for a month long trip.  They will be landing in T-4 hours.  Need assistance in detaining their return.

If it helps, this is a special request on behalf of Victor.  This is his last year to be under their rules, under their thumb for demands and performances, under their scrutiny about his love life and social standing.  We are trying to give him the gift of peace for as much of this year as possible.

Kota hit POST and took a deep breath.  "Do you think anyone will help us?"

"I don't know."  Nathan looked skeptical.  No one on this Facebook page knew them.  Why would they offer assistance?

*Bing*. They both looked at each other.  Was this for real?  Someone was already responding?  *Bing* *Bing* *Bing*.  Kota clicked on the thread to read the comments.

Silas'aggelemou: who exactly is requesting this?

Academylove: I don't live Down under but there are plenty of birds here that do.  I'll tag some for them for you.

Jordiscy: I am always up for an IMF opp.  How can I help? -sneaking around my house, hiding behind furniture, so no one sees me.

MDPeel: oh Mr. Loud!  WALTER!  Where are you when people actually need you?

"Should we tell them who we really are?"  Nathan questioned.

"They might think we are joking if we use a handle."  Kota replied.  "As much as I am against sharing personal information on public websites, I think in this situation it is for the best."

Nerd Boy: This is Dakota Lee and Nathan Griffin

With that information sent the thread exploded with questions that had nothing to do with their mission at present.  After about 100 comments from all these birds and one dog about the latest books they have read to what is their favorite Jujitsu move, they got a private message from Academylove.

Academylove: hey there boys!  I think I might know just the birds for you to talk to.  Unfortunately, the Aussies are asleep for another two hours.  But I have tagged them in this message so they will get the PM thread.  And they will answer this call quickly.

Anon, Isa, Lisa, Shannon, North's Baby... You girls got this?  Thought so.

Operation: Bring George and Jasmine to their knees is a go!  I repeat, it is a GO!

Hope that helps boys. ;). Oh, if you ever find yourself in my neck of the woods, don't hesitate to call.  I'll put together a nice Texas Barbeque for you with all the fixin's. 

Your friend and confidant,
Al

Exactly two hours later, their Facebook PM had a new message.

Anon: Don't you two worry your little heads.  George and Jasmine will have the most memorable time here.  And it will begin the moment the wheels touch down.  Are either of them allergic to cats?  Afraid of squirrels? 

Lisa: yeah!  A secret mission! Just got to get the kiddos to school and I'm a go!

ISA: Do they have pretty eyes?  I am drawn to eyes.

Shannon: North's Baby and I are a go as soon as we get word.  Am I the coolest mom or what?

Academylove: Thanks birdies!  I knew you would all come through for our piano man.  Have fun storming the castle!

Nerd boy: you don't know how much this means to us.  We could never express our thanks in the appropriate way.  It makes me verklempt to think you would help us with this situation without even knowing us.  It is almost like you are a part of our Academy family.  We always look out for each other first.

This here is Ginger fighter, just sending my personal thanks.  Sorry for jumping to conclusions and calling you all coo-coo for cocoa puffs.

Anon: Ginger fighter, you saw the error of your ways and now you know better than to pass judgement before you give people a chance.  We might be a little bit in the nut house, but we always come through for our own.

ISA: on my way to pick them up from the airport.  See the rest of you birds soon.  Palazzo Versace. 9am.