Fishy's Adventures

Chapter Twenty - ..And He Blazed Happily Ever After

Fishy was sitting in his freshly renovated study, windows covered, lights dimmed. It created a moody atmosphere. He was walking back and forth behind his desk, but he wasn't full of concern. Actually, he was relaxed, the mischievous smirk on his face was as lively as ever. He was smoking weed, but that was no surprise. The interesting thing was that Fishy had a guest. She was sitting in a leather armchair, which was ordered by Fishy to adorn his office. She also was smoking, but not weed. It was tobacco, in a thin, womanly cigarette. The smoke started to accumulate near the ceiling, creating a specific atmosphere. A boombox was playing some classy old-school jazz.
"Well, that indeed was a close call you pulled off, my dear. I expected an army to drive the enemies off, but I guess arming my most loyal servant to the teeth worked out as well." - Fishy said.
"Don't mention it. I'll let you know when I need your aid in something so that you can repay the favor. I'm sure I won't be wasteful with the opportunity I came across.." - said the mysterious woman with a deep, soothing voice. She would be a great singer if she wanted to.
"People should help each other when in need. Especially since we want to start punishing those losers from the class 2weed as soon as possible. Hopefully none of them suffered in the fighting. That'd be a waste of precious punchbags."
"That's what you hired me for. You know that the job at the SHVS can get dull sometimes. And my sadistic tendencies are just as strong as yours!" - the woman said, smiling cutely, yet that was the kind of smile that didn't spell anything good for the students of the class 2weed.
"There were some students who helped me out when I was in need, just like you did. Goldy and Vantami were their names. Goldy is now recovering in hospital." - Fishy's guest laughed almost histerically, her laughter didn't seem to be nearly as charming as her smile. - "And Vantami's parents have it in for him since the day he was born.. he must lead a life full of sorrow. And that's the ticket!" - Fishy said.
"He loves chemistry, that kiddo. I tricked him into extra lessons with me, what a gullible loser! Gahaha! Now he gets literal truckloads of homework and I never felt more fulfilled in my life" - she said and stood up. - "But my time here is limited. I'll return when you rebuild the LO or when I need your favor returned."
"Goodbye, Ms Isher, and I hope to see you again when the conditions at school become more acceptable." - he waved to her as she was leaving his office. She said her goodbyes as well and left.
Fishy let out a loud sigh and turned the music off. She must be his soulmate at the very least! He left his office. Outside, there was little trace left after the bloody battle. All of the dead were already transported to mass graves and Waldeck was mopping the corridor's floor.
"Cleaning ladies gone. I'm doing their job. Until they return. Then I'm back to butlering. I'm not cut out for this." - he said. Fishy encouraged him to keep it up, with a motivating smile that was fake like all the other ones.
He returned home before the sun set and he found his wife waiting for him in the living room, the portrait of Snoop Dogg behind her.
"Afternoon, sweetie." - Fishy said.
"I'm not used to such treatment. Please try to be yourself, dear husband."
That was unexpected for Fishy. He instantly became more relaxed. He sat down next to his wife and put his leg on the other one.
"I guess you deserve some explanation, you curious little bugger." - Fishy said, smiling cutely. -"You know right that I like to live my life like an Adventure." - Fishy stopped for a moment, lost in his thoughts.
"Pretty much, that's the main reason why I married you, Ian. I didn't know many other aspects of you, including your love for edged melee weapons."
"Oh yeah, I remember now!" - Fishy smiled. - "Anyway, some people didn't like how I treated them. They made huge mistakes. They tried to fire me. Morons, they can't fire their boss! It took them a week to realize their fault and I got rid of them, mafia style. Then I was busy fending off an invasion of the neighboring school, nothing special."
"I didn't mean this when I said I like your adventurous attitude.." - Ms Fishy said. - "..but since you came out unscatched I guess there's no choice for me but to tolerate your behavior."
"Exactly. Actually, I don't give you a choice here. It's my business what I do. Now go do your household stuff while I change my clothes. Tonight, I'm going to sleep early, gotta be well-rested for tomorrow." - Fishy said, leaving his loved one and moving to his bedroom. He pulled out his phone and called Mr Waldeck.
"Hello there, slave. I have an order. Broadcast a message for all surviving students and teachers who are still faithful to me, that we're having a ceremony tomorrow. Thanks in advance."
"Will do. Not going to sleep tonight. Preparing a surprise for you. With the janitor. You will be pleased. Sir. Good night." - Fishy hung up without saying another word.

The next day, the atmosphere at the IIIrd LO was nervous. All the citizens remembered the drastic events that haunted the school in the closest past.
All of the remaining students and teachers were waiting for Fishy.
The principal arrived at the school and parked his car somewhat improperly. He was greeted by Mr Waldeck, who was clearly buzzed about something:
"Go, sir. Now. Can't wait. It's great!"
"Okay, okay. What's that?" - Fishy actually was a bit curious. It was the first time someone did something for him without ordering people around. He closed his eyes to make it look more dramatic.
"Okay. You can look now. Behold. The wall is now rebuilt!" - said Waldeck, giving off a loud yawn. "Didn't sleep yesterday. Bit tired. Please dismiss."
"Get off my face, Waldeck. This wall is shitty as fuck." - Fishy wasn't impressed, although in fact it looked almost like new. He was just hateful towards any surprises that didn't include weed.
Meanwhile, at the IIIrd LO's grand hall, the atmosphere was getting nervous. Many students were trying to desert the school once and for all.
He then headed to the hall, stopping the first people who tried to leave it.
"Oh, you can always leave the IIIrd LO.. in a box! In such dire times, there can be no desertion!" - Fishy said. Actually he couldn't care less about these petty students, but he decided that he'll need them to reduce the recruitment needs.
He then stood at the center of the stage and grabbed the microphone:
"Dear IIIrd people! You've been promised that you'll be feeling safe, educated and cheerful! The last events that happened in these halls shook your faith in my ability to protect you.. ..I'm old. For the first time, I actually think I may be a bit too old. You trusted me to keep you safe, but I failed! But that won't happen again. I won't let my guard down another time. We'll reestablish the IIIrd LO's position as the superior educational facility of the region! And of course, it is YOU who make it possible! Without you, I would be just a person sitting in his room and giving out dispositions into thin air. Dear people.. ..I'm grateful for the second chance I've been given. I won't fail you another time!" - The students stared in awe at the speech Fishy had just given, clapping. Encouraged by this, the principal spoke again:
"I also have a few annoucements to make.
First thing: the Ist LO, our greatest enemy is wounded like us. We'll take their students and after an examination, we'll take up the most loyal and smart ones. The rest can remain in their stinky school. If they don't comply, I will personally crush their skulls.
Second thing: I learned about the former administration of this school. Ms Important will probably need a wheelchair and Mr Bukky will never return again, he left the school and said he'd go to a 'better place'.
We bid him farewell and hope to never see his face again.
Third thing: Due to Bukky's absence and the lack of German teachers, German is now a language officially banned at our school! Everyone will learn C# instead!
Fourth thing: We're opening a canteen in our school! Why, you ask? To increase the quality of life of our students! And since we have very recently put up a disability employment program (like two minutes ago), we'll hire Ms Important as the one and only cook! Soon you'll all taste her cuisine! Excited?
The fifth thing: I want to congratulate Vantami for just being awarded the Student of The Year award for heroic deeds to the greater IIIrd glory! I'll also honour Goldy, who's recovering in hospital right now. If not for them, I wouldn't be standing here in front of you! They deserve to be called the 'IIIrd defenders'!
And the sixth and the final thing! Take your suits and fancy jackets off, as now we're having a super cool party to celebrate our greatness! Janitor, drop the bass!"
The janitor turned out to be quite the skilled DJ. The party was quickly enhanced by alcohol, cigarettes, toilet intercourses and, of course, weed! It seemed like there was no end to it. The partying got quite wild. And surprisingly, Fishy was among the first people to require medical aid..

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The beeping sound has awoken Fishy after a few hours of unconsciousness. He was lying in a hospital bed. And guess who was next to him!
"Sir, oh, you're awake! How'd you end up here?" - Goldy was clearly puzzled. Fishy has sustained some minor wounds, yet he required hospitalization.
"Oh boy.

Don't ask."

*lights out*

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A word from the author: This chapter beats all records of length so far, however I may or may not outdo myself in the next tome. By the way, the one you've just finished is called „The Bad And The Worse" and consisted of chapters 11-20. I'll finish the whole story for once and rest in peace, knowing my work is safe up here, on Wattpad.