A Fighting Chance: A Trolls Fanfiction

Chapter 2

*Poppy's POV*

Poppy sits upon a window sill overlooking troll village. Watching her friends carry on their daily routines. It had been a week since poppy had been in branch's bunker. He Had continued in teaching her about his plants and medicinal flora. Teaching her which herbs to use for specific injuries and which types of preparations to use. She enjoyed learning about all the plants and mushrooms, feeling that if the time came, she will be able to help anyone who will need it. And that made her feel proud. The more time she spent with branch, the more she came to respect him and his abilities. She told her friends all about her day in the bunker, but kept her promise to keep his home a secret.

*Flashback to several days prior*

Poppy stands around her group of friends, all fawning over her being the ONLY troll to have ever been in his bunker before. Biggie, cooper, guy diamond, Satin, chenille, smidge and DJ were all asking questions at the same time. Like "What was it like"? "Was it true he ate grubs, worms and insects"? "Did he have anything weird in his house"? Of course they were all both amazed as well as intrigued, its only natural for them to be curious. Having calmed them down, she finally got to get her words in.

" Okay, okay guys! It was honestly really nice. His house was well made and he did it all by hand. It was really pretty inside, he said that it took him several years to fully complete it. He is even very clever in medicine. He has an entire storage area just for medical herbs and plants. He even taught me about a few of them too. And no satin, he doesn't eat those things, he has a full pantry of regular food".

The group of trolls were enamored by the pink troll's story. Guy diamond jumps up and down in excitement. "We should all visit him"! He says gleefully. Both satin and chenille groaned in distaste. "Why? He doesn't sing, he Doesn't dance, always grey. He is constantly on the look out and preparing for Bergens even though they haven't been seen for over twenty years. He's DEFINITELY a weird one...."

Poppy didn't like the distasteful treatment of branch. After getting to know him, she quite liked who he was as a person. "He was really nice, guys. Sure he can be a grumpy gus sometimes, but the time I spent with him made me see he's not only a nice guy, but also very clever and good handy man. Both are something that this village needs. He should be welcomed the same way as any troll". The group of trolls nod their heads happily in agreement. 

"I couldn't have said it better myself poppy". Poppy spun around to see her father slowly making his way to her. Smiling widely, she runs up to her father and hugs him tightly. "No troll left behind, right dad"? King peppy nods and smiles proudly. "No troll left behind. You're right my darling, a troll like branch should always be welcome. His cleverness and ingenuity is an added bonus". Poppy happily agreed. "My darling, follow me please. There is something I would like to show you". Without question, she obeyed her father. Waving goodbye to her friends.

Poppy and her father entered a large room in the royal flower pod palace they lived in. King peppy took a key from around his neck and unlocked a large wooden box. Moments later, he revealed a beautiful leaf and flower crown. Smiling softly, he hands the crown to his daughter. She gazed at the crown, at first in awe, then smiles in happiness. "This was your mother's crown. I made sure to keep it for you after the troll tree escape, for when it is your turn to rule over troll village. You and your mother are so much alike. She also believed that every troll deserved to be welcomed and accepted. Though sometimes, hard decisions need to be made. Someday, you will need to make those decisions as queen. And I know, that if she were here, she would agree with me and say you're on your way to being a fine queen. You have a good heart and pure soul poppy. Don't ever lose that". Poppy smiled at her father, tears swelling up in the corner of her eye, Hugging him tightly.

*End flashback*

As poppy continues her gaze on troll village, she has a thought about branch. Why was she thinking about him? Thoughts of him had been frequent since her visit and her lessons with him everyday. She was confused. She felt her face becoming flushed. she quickly shook it off as she heard a familiar voice calling her name. "Poppy! Good afternoon, love! I see your Aura is looking as lovely as ever today. Having some spiritual thoughts are ya"? Creek comes walking towards her with his normal charming but lax demeanor. "Hello creek, I was just looking over the village and wondering about a few things. How about you? How is your day going"? Creek, looking rather pleased with himself, begins combing his hair. "Oh I was just admiring you from afar. It must be quite the amusement as well as powerful feeling knowing you will be queen some day soon. Have you thought of any new decree's you'll provide us with? Maybe even a thought of a king"? Poppy had never even thought about any of that yet. She knew she would have much to learn. But a king? She had no interest in choosing one any time soon. She was rather uncomfortable with the question. "W-well, no, I haven't. But then again, I felt like I had no reason to. I still have a long way to go and much to learn. But I know one thing. When my time does come to be queen, I will do my best to provide a good and fair kingdom". Creek gives her a wide smile, eyes half open. " I would expect nothing less from the lovely lady poppy. Boop!" Reaching out and booping the tip of her nose.  

Stretching his arms wide, creek groans slightly. "Aahh The universe has birthed a fine day for us indeed! I think it is a good time for spiritual enlightenment on a day such as this. Care to join me, love"? Thinking on creek's words, she realized why she was thinking about branch, it was his birthday tomorrow! Suddenly she had another realization. No one has done anything for it before. Poppy wanted to change that. "I'm sorry creek, but I forgot that a friend has a birthday tomorrow, I need to hurry and go make preparations! Have a good one"! She runs past creek quickly, barely brushing past him. Creek growls impatiently, nursing a slight frown. Running midway into troll square, she realizes that she cannot make a a party for him alone, she will need help. But another thing, how will she do it? After a few moments, she hatched a plan. 

Off she went to find Biggie, cooper, satin, chenille, guy diamond, smidge and DJ in hopes of asking for help. Poppy wanted to try her best to make branch happy. They all instantly agreed. The twins were in charge of decorations, biggie was in charge of keeping an eye on branch, cooper and poppy were making food, although poppy was also making a present just for branch, guy diamond and DJ were in charge of music, and smidge was in charge of the preparations and games. While the cake was being made and the decor being sewn, she remembered her promise to keep his house a secret. She forgot completely. But, she wanted to do something good for her friend on his special day. However, she quickly had made a plan for that too, When they were to set up for the party, they would put it where only they knew. 

The next day, the trolls worked hard to prepare for branch's birthday bash.

All preparations had been finished in a clearing that the group had made. Poppy had sent biggie to go find branch. While waiting with anticipation, her heart beat went through the roof. DJ was tuning her station when she noticed the look of happiness and excitement with a hint of eagerness on poppy's face. Curious, she walked over to her best friend. "Hey pop, what's with the look"? Poppy looks to her in confusion. "Look? What look"? DJ scans her over, all over. "It just seems that you are excited about this. Like, REALLY excited about this. I mean its sweet and all, giving branch his first real birthday party. But, you seem really.....giddy". Poppy can feel herself blushing. But as usual, she can't figure out why. She felt herself smile. And in turn, DJ giving back a raised eyebrow and smile right back. "I-I just wanted to do something nice for him so he can feel happiness. I think everyone deserves to be happy". DJ smirks and winks at her best friend. Walking back to her station. The anticipation was almost killing poppy. She couldn't wait to see his face when he sees his party. Anxiously awaiting his arrival. 

End OF CHAPTER TWO