Lie Down and Sleep - A Doctor Who One Shot

DreamLand

A strange, asthmatic sound comes first, then the TARDIS follows. The door lets out a signature creak, and The Doctor, Rory, and Amy exit on wobbly legs. A vibrant, multicolored grass covers the entire view, nothing else to be seen.

"There was no need to show off, Doctor." Rory exclaims, rubbing the back of his head.

The Doctor had attempted to land twice as fast, resulting in everyone getting tossed about.

"Where's the fun in that?" He replies, humor in his voice. When no one is looking, The Doctor gently touches his hair and bowtie to make sure they're in place.

"I think I still feel a bit sick." Rory says, leaning against the TARDIS.

Amy walks up to The Doctor and quietly whispers.

"Why are we here? Be honest." Amy says with a knowing look. The Doctor had just popped up at their house and asked if they wanted a trip.

The Doctor holds up his psychic paper. "Help us", is the only thing written.

"I guess we should start moving then. Come on Rory!" Amy shouts.

"You have any idea where civilization is?" Rory asks, scanning the horizon.

The Doctor licks his index finger and holds it to the wind. "I believe it must be that way!" The Doctor points excitedly, although he seems to look a bit confused.

"No no no. This way." He corrects himself, and starts heading down a slight slope.

"Is he even serious?" Rory whispers to Amy as they follow The Doctor.

Nonetheless, The Doctor is right. After 15 minutes, the three can spot a small village on the horizon.

"You've finally arrived!" Children shout, running to greet them.

"Were we expected?" The Doctor asks, immediately surrounded by small children of all ages.

"Yes. We heard that The Strangers were coming." A little girl with dark braids says, full of excitement.

A tall man walks by, his nearly black eyes alight when he sees The Doctor and his friends.

"Yes. Yes. Thanks heavens." The man says, shaking The Doctor's hand rapidly.

"I heard you needed help. I'm The Doctor." The Doctor says with a friendly smile.

"Of course. I'm Landon." The man doesn't even seem fazed. "Please follow me."

"Well, everything seems normal. The locals look human, there's only one sun in the sky..." Rory pauses as he whispers to Amy.

"Your point?" She says rather bluntly.

"Why are we here?" Rory questions, looking nervous.

"The Doctor had a distress call." Amy says, then thinks for a moment. "It is a bit strange." She then shrugs it off.

Landon take them to a pure white building, not even a speck of dirt or dust touches it. Placing his dark hand on a screen, he is granted access.

"Almost prehistoric." The Doctor says quietly with a grin. He is used to more high tech equipment.

"Single file line please." Landon instructs, leading them down a long hall as plain as the outside. There is no color to decorate the interior. Amy walks at the back, staring up at the ceiling. It was huge, and seems to go on forever.

"If like to know what exactly the problem is." The Doctor is getting slightly impatient.

"In due time." Landon replies briskly.

Silently, two men in lab coats walk up behind Amy. One covers her mouth, while the other injects something into the spot behind her ear. Amy screams, yet no one can hear her. She kicks as hard as she can, yet the injection is already kicking in. As she falls unconscious, the men drag her body into another room.

There is a small buzz, and Landon touches what seems to be an advanced Bluetooth. After hearing the message, he smiles widely.

"Thank you, Doctor. You've done you're job. You may leave, or stay for the show." Landon says, obviously pleased with himself.

"I don't understand, what show?" The Doctor asks, a puzzled expression on his face.

Landon pulls a small screen out of his pocket and hands it to The Doctor. Amy is chained up in a tiny room, screaming.

"Oh my-" Rory yells, his eyes widening as he turns. "She was there a minute ago!"

"What are you doing to her?" The Doctor is trying to stay calm, as he's noticed a tiny blue pattern forming on her temple. "Tell me now!"

"It's the annual show. We gather in as many strangers as we can, by sending psychic links. One stranger is picked, and we hold an experiment. The second her body falls into sleep, she will die. You may even stay with her. Have no worries, our previous contestant lasted 9 days." The man seems so proud of himself. Landon then walks to the room.

"You may stay as long as you like with her." Landon says as he closes the door and leaves.

"Rory!" Amy jumps up, despite her short chains. "Get me outta here."

The Doctor walks in slowly, grabbing his sonic screwdriver. Gently grabbing Amy's head, he scans her. The Doctor's face pales, his green eyes full of pain.

"Doctor, you can get me out of here, right?" Amy asks, a tinge of nervousness in her voice. The Doctor usually looks so confident.

"Doctor?" Rory says, holding tight to his fiance's hand.

"Amy, you need to stay awake." The Doctor says as he touches the pattern on her face. "This pattern is a sign. It shows her strength. It grows when she gets tired. By the time she falls asleep, it will cover her face. Amy, if you fall asleep, even for a second, you'll trigger the bomb."

"Bomb?!?" Amy shouts, looking around.

"Your nervous system has been hit with a virus, it's become a weapon. You will burn up from the inside. I can't stop it. " The Doctor looks terrified.

Amy closes her eyes, barely even believing this is happening. "Absolutely can't?" She asks quietly. The Doctor nods his head.

"Rory, just stay." Amy leans her head against him. "If I'm going to die, I want the last of my time to be spent with you."

Landon walks back in, completely uncaring over the fact that he is destroying their lives. Seeing the man, Rory stands quickly, and knocks him unconscious with one blow.

9 Days Later

"Rory, I can't." Amy's eyes droop, the blue pattern almost complete.

"Amy, you can do it. We've had a few scares, and you always end up fine." The Doctor reassures her, not even trying to hide the tearful expression on his face.

"No, I'm serious." Amy lies propped up against the wall, Rory and the Doctor at her side. She is so weak, it is difficult to move.

"You know I love you." She says, touching his face and wiping off his tears.

"Doctor, you've given me an incredible journey. You are my best friend." Amy reaches up to fix his askew bowtie.

"Amy, you can't give up just yet, I'll find a way,
something-." The Doctor's voice trails off. "It's not right."

"I know it isn't. And I am angry at the injustice of it. It really isn't fair. But now I'm just tired." Amy closes her eyes to prevent any more tears. "Loo-" Her voice cracks. "Look after one another."

"Amy, no. Please not yet." Rory begs.

"All I want is to sleep." Amy says before her eyes fall.

1121 words, another record. I hope you all liked this one shot, and be sure to comment any thoughts. Constructive criticism is greatly appreciated.