Speedy and Polly: A Match Made in Heaven

[Razgriz27]

My friend Pollygirl and I have started co-writing another  &  fanfic, titled 'Speedy&Polly-A Match Made in Heaven'. This story is for all those who support the relationship between Speedy and Polly, and who agree that they deserve to be together. It's NOT for Guido lovers, or those who despise Speedy. Guido is going to finally get what he deserves for all his mean pranks that he's played on Speedy, and Speedy will get the tough, beautiful she-cat of his dreams as his wife. That said, on with Chapter 1:


Speedy and Polly: A Match Made in Heaven


Story by: Phoenix710&Merigirl


Summary: After the destruction of the comet, Princess Vi throws a massive victory ball to thank the Samurai Pizza Cats and Good Bird for saving the city. In the meantime, Speedy is worried that he’s ruined his chance to be with Polly, the cat he loves with all his heart. Can some advice from Uncle Irving give him the confidence he needs? Will Speedy and Polly finally be together?


Disclaimer: Neither Merigirl nor I claim any rights whatsoever to Samurai Pizza Cats, or to any of the characters. Samurai Pizza Cats, and all associated characters, are registered trademarks of Saban. This story is NOT for those who hate Speedy, or who think that Speedy doesn’t belong with Polly. Also, Guido will be getting SERIOUS payback for all the mean pranks he played on Speedy in the show.





Chapter One: Speedy’s Confession



The Royal Palace was filled with tinkling lights and brightly colored decorations for the Victory Ball that Princess Vi had ordered in celebration of the Comet’s destruction. Almost everyone in Little Tokyo was there, enjoying the finest food supplied by the Royal Caterers, dancing to the best music by the Royal Musicians in their special box at the front of the Golden Dance Room, and just being thankful that they COULD be able to do this! All around the Palace was happiness, thankfulness, and pure joy…all except for one small place, near the corner of the grand room. Almost hidden in a small overstuffed chair was one lone Cat- ironically the one who should have been enjoying the festivities the most seeing as how it was all basically for him! If it weren’t for him and a reformed henchman who had now become his friend, Little Tokyo would no doubt have been blasted into rubble! He of all the citizens should have been the one right in the middle of the enjoyment, basking in the victory…but he just couldn’t be. In fact, he could barely concentrate on anything…..anything except one single thought that had hounded him ever since the party started.
“Why did I make that stupid joke?” he thought. “Why couldn’t I just tell her how I feel?” He finally looked up at the happiness all around him…but he was unable to take his eyes off the amazingly lovely Cat that was in a corner talking to her friend. There she stood, in what was without a doubt an amazingly gorgeous new dress. The top was bright red . It was knee length and the skirt was a matching white. Her short red hair was held in place with a matching white ribbon. He sighed, she was so beautiful….and he had no doubt ruined any chance he thought he might have had with her by blurting out that dumb ‘Make me a pizza’ joke! God, why had he done that! Because he had grown nervous at the sight of the huge crowd watching them, that’s why! What he wanted to tell her was personal and private…but how private could they possibly be when practically all of Little Tokyo was staring at both of them?! He couldn’t say such a special thing in front of so many like it was just a show, so he tried to think of something, anything else to say…and the only thing that came out was that pizza joke…and he saw how irritated it had made her! “God, why was I so stupid?!” he thought. “What if she hates me now…what if she thinks I’m too goofy to be bothered with…what if she’s still mad at me?” He looked down. “I was so stupid…so stupid..” Even Guido got annoyed with him for his joke until he had explained to him his reason.
He jumped when he felt a hand on his shoulder…until he found it belonged to his Uncle Irving. “Well, nephew, here you are! What are you doing hidden over here, we’ve all been looking for ya! It’s YOUR party, ya know! Thought you’d be right in the middle of the place along with your friend Good Bird basking in your victory!” he laughed at his joke until he saw Speedy’s face. “Hey…anything wrong?”
Speedy sighed. “Oh…nothing, Uncle Irving..”
Irving tightened his grip on his nephew’s shoulder. “Come on, Speedy, I know you too well, and I know that with you..’oh, nothing’, always means, ‘oh, something.’ Come on, buddy, you can tell me, I’m your Uncle! You know you can tell me anything at all. Come on, Buddy. What’s wrong?”



Speedy sighed. “You ever say something that just came out of your mouth and it turned out to be so dumb that you wish that you’d never opened your mouth at all?”
“Oh, of course I did. That I think happens to everyone!” Irving looked at him. “What happened, nephew?” Speedy looked down. Irving gently nudged him. Speedy sighed.
“I blew it, Uncle Irving. I had a chance…I had a chance to tell…I..”
“Put a sword in his hand there’s no stopping him, but he can’t tell his old uncle what’s bothering him! I…I..“ Irving immediately got what Speedy was saying. “I..I.. Speedy, are you in love?” Speedy nodded. “Oh…THAT’S what’s bothering ya!” He smiled smugly. “So…who’s the lucky girl?”
Speedy turned his head toward Polly. “Uncle Irving…I don’t know why it took me so long to see this, I mean we’ve been together since we were kittens..”
“How well I remember,” he smiled. “You were both so cute!”
“Yeah, and I always thought of her as just my best friend…but now…Uncle...I can’t stop thinking about her! I feel so funny also when I do. I mean, all this time I thought I loved Lucille…but she never made me feel like this whenever I thought of her…and I never stuttered or forgot my words whenever I spoke! Nowadays whenever I see Polly…she’s so beautiful and so amazing I can hardly breathe! It was Polly the whole time…I’ve been in love with Polly all along! And only now I know!!”
Irving nodded. “Love is funny that way. Comes at ya when ya least expect it.”
“Yeah…and I blew it! I had the chance to tell her..and I couldn’t..not with so many people looking at us! And I ended up cracking a dumb joke!”
“So, go tell her now!”
“Huh?”
“She’s right over there, Speedy! There’s your opportunity! Go get it! Take her somewhere private, and tell her how you feel! Let it all out!”
“I can’t do that..”
“Why not? She just might feel the same way about you and she might be scared!”
“After I made that lousy joke that was so atrocious even Guido beat me up over it?! What if she hates me now or she thinks I’m a goof?”
“Oh no, you said it yourself she’s known you since you were Kittens! She’s used to your humor..I think you get it from your mother!” Irving smiled. “She’s used to your jokes. So you can be goofy, if she loves you it won’t matter!”
“But what if she doesn’t, I’m gonna look like a fool!”
“At least you’ll know, than you can stop torturing yourself wondering ‘what if’. At least you’ll have an answer. Speedy, you remember what your Dad always said, right? ‘If ya want something, you can’t waste time wondering ‘what if I can’t get it,’ you just gotta make the effort to try’. well, nephew, there’s your effort…go try!” He smiled. “ya know, when I was your age, I was afraid to ask your Aunt Lydia out on a date myself, but finally I asked her and…see what happened?!” Speedy gazed at Polly. “Go on. I’ll take care of Guido if I see him. Go on, nephew. Take the opportunity..and good luck!” Speedy took a deep breath, straightened out his suit, ran his fingers through his hair, and made his way to Polly. Twice he almost backed away, but he glanced at his Uncle, who silently urged him on.


Finally, he made it to Polly and tapped her on the shoulder. “Hi, Polly,” he said.
Polly turned around. “Speedy!” she said. “where have you been all night? I’ve hardly seen you!” Speedy paused. She didn’t SOUND mad. She didn’t SOUND like she hated him. He gazed upon her, into her lovely blue eyes..God she was even lovelier than she had looked to him when he came back from destroying the comet. For a moment he was at a loss for words.
“No, I’m NOT going to screw this up again!” he thought. “Uh…that’s a really pretty dress you’re wearing, Polly. Is that new?”
“Yeah,” Polly said. “I went shopping with Lucille this afternoon.”
“It’s really pretty..” Speedy said. The musicians just then launched into a slow, romantic song, and Irving sidled up to his nephew.
“Ya know, nephew, didn’t you tell me once you loved this song?”
“Uh..heh, yeah..”
“Oh, Polly loves it, too!” Lucille said.
“Yeah,” Irving said, winking at Lucille. “Ya know, you 2 should dance together!” he gently nudged Speedy toward Polly. “Go on.” Speedy hesitated…but then walked over to Polly and took one of her hands and carefully wrapped his arm around her waist. Polly blushed as they swayed to the music.
Speedy tenderly gazed into Polly’s eyes. “You…you look so beautiful, Polly..” he whispered.
“You look really handsome as well, Speedy,” Polly said, running her hand through his hair. “You should go helmetless more often.”
“Polly…I have something I have to tell ya…”
“Yeah?”
“Polly…I want to be alone with you,” Speedy whispered into her ear.
“Let’s go into the courtyard,” Polly said. “No one’s there right now.” Speedy danced her out the back door into the empty courtyard. It was big and silent, except for the occasional whinny of Vi’s horses. The ground was made up of bright white cobblestones in a circular pattern and it was shaded by all kinds of trees that were hanging over pure ivory benches. Right in the middle of it stood a huge ornate fountain that spouted water straight up and it trickled in a graceful arch. Speedy stopped dancing when they reached the edge of the fountain and cleared his throat, taking her hands. “Polly…there’s something I need to say to you.. “ He gestured to the farthest bench. The bench was pretty far away from the animals and was partially hidden by a huge weeping willow tree that shadowed it almost completely. The only bit of light came from the moon directly overhead. when Polly had sat down on it Speedy looked around once more to make sure they were alone, then sat down next to her and took her hands. “Polly…before I tell you anything else...I need to say I’m sorry. “
“For what?”
“For that stupid ‘make me a pizza’ joke I did last night. Polly…that joke was terrible and I know I shouldn’t have done it. It’s just that…well, I wanted to tell you something…I needed to tell ya something….something important…but it was private and personal. That’s why I wanted to talk to ya after work, when we could be alone. Then, after the comet, I thought we were alone, and I could tell you then…but when I looked up everyone was looking at us… and I got nervous cause this was so personal. I tried to say something else…ANYTHING else to get them to stop looking...but all that came out was that terrible joke! Guido of course didn’t help by jumping all over me…”
“Oh…Guido, “ Polly raised her arm in disgust. “He can just be a real pain sometimes!”
“I know…and I’m sorry if you got annoyed by that joke.”
Polly looked directly at Speedy. “Now that we’re alone,” Polly began. “Can you say it now?”
Speedy glanced around to make sure they were alone, then took a deep breath. “Polly, first I need to apologize for something else. All those times when I was chasing after Lucille and wasting time trying to woo her instead of delivering pizzas like I should. But I want you to know that’s not gonna happen anymore. I mean all this time you thought I as a goof…you’re right, I am a goof.”
“Oh, Speedy, I didn’t really mean it..you’re not a goof ALL the time…”
“No. but when I’m out delivering, that’s not gonna happen anymore. Lucille and I…we broke up.”
‘Oh, I’m sorry..”
“I’m not,” Speedy said. “I couldn’t continue to see her. It wouldn’t be right or fair to either one of us.” He stopped to stroke her hand. “I mean, you can’t continue to woo someone…when you find out that you’re in love with someone else, can you?”
Polly shook her head. She moved her hand up to the shoulder of his suit. ‘You’re wearing the suit I gave you,” she said softly.
“Yeah, it’s a great suit,” Speedy said eagerly. “Fits like a glove and it feels great. Thank you for it.”
“You’re welcome,” Polly said. “But, that’s not what you wanted to say, was it?”
Speedy laughed a bit. “Polly, this should come as no real surprise…but I’m really no good at this kind of stuff…”
“What kind of stuff?”
“You…me…us..” Speedy stammered. “Oh, God, I’m blowing it again!!! Why can’t I just SAY it?!” he thought. “Polly…I don’t know why I’m having trouble…well, I’ve never said anything like this before to anyone.”
“It might be easier if you say it very fast.”


Speedy nodded. He looked on the ground and stroked her hand. “Polly, the whole reason I broke up with Lucille is that…..I realized I never really loved her. I only thought I did…but I don’t. All this time and all these feelings I thought I had for Lucille, weren’t for her at all. I discovered this a few weeks ago. Polly….what I felt was really...Polly Esther….I love you!” He finally let go and blurted out everything that was in his heart and soul. “Polly, I’m in love with you and I’ve been in love with you for years. I just thought I felt so strongly for you cause you’re my best friend, but now I know you’re more than that. Polly, I always thought you were so incredible, you’re so strong and brave, compassionate and good hearted. I know a lot of people are scared of ya cause of your temper, but your heart is so big and golden and it makes you look so lovely. Polly, I realize it now that all that time I thought I cared for Lucille, Lucille is a lot like every other girl here, but you’re not! You’re one-of-a-kind, an original, and I know now that’s what I love and why I love you. You’re yourself and that’s what I admire. Polly, I love you, I always have and I always will.” He sighed. “Oh, man, who am I trying to kid? Polly, I love you, but I’m doing it all wrong, and you probably think I’m a bigger goof than before. I don’t blame you if ya wanna laugh at me, I’m just a stupid clown who can’t even say THIS right! I don’t… someone like you with someone like me?! Oh what was I thinking!!” he stood up. “I don’t blame ya if ya wanna laugh, but please do it after I’m gone. I’m just gonna go grab something to eat, at least I got this off my chest..I’ll just..” he turned to walk away, but as he took a few steps, suddenly a voice stopped him in his tracks, saying something he just couldn’t believe.
“I love you too, Speedy!” Speedy stopped with his foot halfway up. Maybe he had imagined it. was he dreaming? Life couldn’t be this perfect..could it? Slowly he turned around and saw Polly still sitting on the bench, holding one arm out to him. He looked into her eyes, so soft and blue…and glowing with love! Speedy couldn’t believe it and made his way back to her to hear her say it again. “I love you too, Speedy!”
Speedy took her hand and helped her up. “Polly…”
“I love you, Speedy…and I always have. I never really knew it either until I almost lost you in that Comet. Only then did I realize that the happiest moments in my life were spent with you! Yeah, you can be goofy at times, but you make me smile when you are…and I wouldn’t trade you or your goofiness for anything or anyone else in the whole world! You’re not a goof all the time, Speedy. You’re also honest, kind, daring, brave, you never put yourself first, you always think of Tokyo and constantly risk your life to make sure it’s alright…anyone would be lucky to have you! when I thought you’d died I felt like my heart was ripped out of my chest, and I knew it wasn’t just cause I thought I lost my best friend..it was because I thought I lost the one I love. All this time I got mad for you goofing around with Lucille, now I know, I was jealous, cause I carried this love for so long and didn’t even know it! Speedy, you’re one of a kind too. You’re an original, and you’re all I want!”


Speedy put his hands on her shoulders and gazed into her eyes. “This has to be a dream, it has to be! But if it really is, I’m gonna make sure I do this before I wake up.” He looked into her eyes and did what he had wanted to do for a long time. He leaned over and kissed her. At first it was tender, than it grew deeper and more meaningful as he slid his arms around her and pulled her closer. She wrapped her arms around his neck and buried it in his hair, kissing him again and again in the silent darkness. The energy that pulsated around them was unbelievable! He never felt anything like this for Lucille! True, her kisses were nice and sweet, but Polly’s were unlike anything he had ever felt before! He felt like he was floating on air, like the whole world vanished and they were alone floating on their own special cloud. Finally they came up for air, and he knew he couldn’t be dreaming! “Polly…Kitten,” he said softly, kissing her forehead.
“Oh, Speedy..I need to apologize, too,” Polly said. “All those times…when I yelled at you or when I threw things at you, or called you names like imbecile…I never meant any of that, it’s this damn temper I have! I try and I try but I…it’s so hard to control it, and I’m so sorry!!”
“I might be leader, but I don’t think I’ll ever understand why you and I were at each other’s throats a lot.”


Polly gazed thoughtfully at his well-built chest and handsome eyes. “Who knows,” she said, looking into his eyes. “Maybe it was destiny.”
For a moment, Speedy looked at the lovely form of Polly in his arms and a slow smile crept along his face. “I’ll show you destiny!” he promised, sweeping Polly into his arms and kissing her with a deep passion, running his hands over her back and burying them in her hair, finally lifting her into his arms.
“Speedy,” she gasped, before he covered her mouth with more kisses.
“I love you, Polly,” Speedy gasped. “I’ve always loved you.”
“I love you, too,” Polly said, surprised at how easy it was to say. After a while she heard the band play an anthem and reluctantly pulled away from Speedy as he put her down. “Oh, Speedy, I think that’s the song that Vi said was gonna be played when it’s time for her to give us our honors. We better go..” she started to go…but froze in her tracks. She glanced at the direction of the Palace…then back to where Speedy was. She looked back at the Palace, then back at Speedy. Her eyes glanced at him, how he looked against the soft darkness, illuminated by the faint moonlight and shaded by the trees. Suddenly his blue suit could have been a tuxedo. He looked so handsome, it took her breath away. Her heart ached with wanting him. “Oh…hell with it, let them wait!!” Polly smiled and ran into Speedy’s arms and kissed him with all the love in her heart. For the longest time they were unaware of anything, any time…any place, just each other as Speedy swept Polly into his arms again.
In a small corner behind some bushes Irving hid and watched this lovely scene in front of him with his wife, Lydia, and Lucille. “Hey, ya know what? We’re in the wrong line of work! we should be matchmakers!’


Lucille laughed as she stared at this lovely scene before her. Other girls might feel funny seeing their old boyfriend in the arms of her best friend so soon after he dumped her, but she knew deep down this was how it should be. A tiny part of her would always love Speedy, but she knew she couldn’t give him what Polly could, excitement and adventure! Polly loved him and he loved her and they belonged together. She silently released him and smiled.
“Be happy!”

[Crow]

Don't you think it's time to move on and start writing DIFFERENT stuff? This is like reading the same thing over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over....

Get the point?

[pollygirl]

Because vve don't VVANT to!

[Razgriz27]

I said if you don't like this kind of stuff, then you DON'T have to read it! We wrote this story for those who LIKE the relationship between Speedy and Polly.

[TGLucario475]

Don't you think it's time to move on and start writing DIFFERENT stuff? This is like reading the same thing over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over....

Get the point?

i think i fell....OVER with laughter with that post.....thank you.....DW (^_^)

well TBH, i they want to write a fan-fict, thats fine, as its a free World, expect in countries like North Korea etc etc

[Crow]

Don't you think it's time to move on and start writing DIFFERENT stuff? This is like reading the same thing over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over....

Get the point?

i think i fell....OVER with laughter with that post.....thank you.....DW (^_^)

well TBH, i they want to write a fan-fict, thats fine, as its a free World, expect in countries like North Korea etc etc

Haha, true enough.

[Razgriz27]

Here's Chapter 2 of the story.






Speedy and Polly: A Match Made in Heaven



Story by: Phoenix710&Merigirl



Summary: Speedy and Polly officially begin going steady, as Speedy takes her out for a date to Rikugien Park, complete with a picnic lunch to top it off. He gives her his Samurai Pin, which symbolizes the fact that they are now an official couple. Guido gives Speedy a bit of a hard time, but Polly is quick to come to her boyfriend’s defense. Meanwhile, Cheese and Jerry try to brew up a new plan of attack, but Jerry’s big mouth sets Cheese off.



Disclaimer: Neither Merigirl nor I claim any rights whatsoever to Samurai Pizza Cats, or to any of the characters. Samurai Pizza Cats, and all related characters, are registered trademarks of Saban.



Chapter Two: Going Steady



   The sun rose up over Little Tokyo, signaling the start of a brand new day. The whole city was in a festive mood, since Princess Vi had declared this week to be ‘Pizza Cat Appreciation Week’, in recognition of their services to the city, especially defeating Seymour Cheese, and destroying the huge comet. As the Pizza Cats started preparing themselves for the new day, Speedy was glad that the restaurant would be closed today. It would give him time to ask Polly out on a date, and he had a very special place in mind, that place being none other than Rikugien Park, the largest park in the immediate area. It had a wonderful series of hiking trails, picnic areas, and even a lake for swimming. Polly came down and greeted him with a small kiss on the nose. She said, “Good morning, Speedy…how’s my charming samurai this morning?” Speedy smiled, and replied, “Never better, Kitten.” Guido came down a few moments later, humming a tune to himself. As she was cooking breakfast, Francine quipped, “Just don’t start singing, Guido…you might get arrested for disturbing the peace.” Guido replied, “Haha, Francine.” He took his plate, and headed for one of the tables.


   Speedy headed out to grab a plate for himself, and he also grabbed Polly’s breakfast. As he passed by Guido, he said, “Morning, Guido.” Guido replied, “Morning, Speedy…you’re in a good mood this morning.” Speedy replied, “Yeah…I’m in love with the prettiest female cat in Little Tokyo…how could I not be happy?” Guido thought nothing of it, and went back to his meal. Speedy walked into the living room, and he set the plates bearing his and Polly’s breakfast down on the coffee table, and then he flipped on the TV. Polly snuggled up next to him, and he said, “Polly, after breakfast is cleaned up, would you like to go for a walk in the park, and maybe have a picnic together?” Polly smiled, and asked, “Speedy…are you…asking me out…on a date?” Speedy replied, “Yeah…I guess I am…so how ‘bout it, Polly…will ya go with me?” Polly threw her arms around him, and replied, “Of course I will! Speedy…I love you!” He kissed her, and replied, “I love you too, Polly.” As Speedy headed out to wash their empty dishes, he failed to notice that Guido had stuck his foot out. Speedy tripped, and wound up crashing into the floor, face first. Guido said, “Whoops…ya know, Speedy…you really ought to be more careful…you could end up hurtin’ yourself.” Speedy groaned in pain, and the crash had alerted Polly. When she saw Speedy lying on the floor, with Guido standing nearby, she immediately put the pieces together, and growled out, “GUIDO…GET…OVER…HERE…NOW!!!” Guido gulped, knowing that he’d been caught red-handed. He said, “Uh…hey Polly…hehe…it’s a…lovely day…isn’t it?” She shouted, “DON’T TRY AND SWEET-TALK ME, BUSTER!!! WHY IS SPEEDY LYING ON THE GROUND, LOOKING LIKE A TRUCK HIT HIM?!”  Guido replied, “Gee…I don’t know…I guess he tripped on something. You know how clumsy the little shrimp is…” Francine replied, “He tripped all right…OVER YOUR FOOT!!!” Polly’s eyes narrowed, and she immediately belted Guido right in the face, sending him flying into the wall. She went to Speedy’s side, and said, “Speedy…are you okay?” He sat up, and said, “Nothing a kiss can’t cure, Kitten.” Polly smiled, and then she gently kissed Speedy on the forehead. After that, he went in to prepare their picnic lunch, while Francine and Polly shot angry glares at Guido.





Prisoners’ Island…




   Cheese and Jerry had been on Prisoners’ Island now, for only a few days, and Cheese was already getting incensed. His temper was worse now, than it had ever been before. Jerry Atrick, his advisor, was trying to come up with a plan for revenge against the Pizza Cats, but every time he presented one to Cheese, he ended up getting angry and exploding. Jerry was just about out of possibilities, when he suddenly thought of a robot that he’d seen on one of the cartoon shows that the Ninja Crows liked to watch. Jerry strode over to where his boss was sitting, and said, “Seymour…I think I’ve got an idea for a robot that will finally allow us to not only take over Little Tokyo, but get revenge on the Samurai Pizza Cats all at the same time.” Cheese replied, “I’m listening, Jerry.” Clearing his throat, Jerry said, “Well…I was thinking about creating a robot that could dish out a massive amount of firepower. You see…the Ninja Crows have all been gawking at this cartoon show known as Gundam 0080, and one of the robots in that show, the Kampfer, is packed to the gills with weapons. It carries a pair of 40mm shotguns, explosive chain mine whips, a pair of 60mm head-mounted machine guns, 250mm bazookas, a net launcher, a pair of beam swords, and it can also move at incredibly high speeds.” Jerry showed Cheese a picture, and the rodent replied, “I like it, Jerry…I like it a lot. Get the Ninja Crows on it, right away.” Jerry replied, “Of course Cheesy.” As he walked away, he muttered, “If it wasn’t for your stupidity, we wouldn’t be here in the first place…oops…” Cheese screamed, “ARE YOU CALLING ME STUPID?!!!” Jerry replied, “Oh calm down, will you? I’ve got a headache already, and your screaming isn’t helping any…not to mention your breath…uh-oh…I’m a dead bird…” Cheese screamed, “ARE YOU SAYING MY BREATH SMELLS LIKE A SEWER?! I DON’T SEE ANY DENTISTS GIVING YOU A FRESHEST BREATH EVER AWARD!!! AAARRRGGGHHH!!!” Cheese exploded, and Jerry went flying into the water.




Back in Little Tokyo…




   Speedy had finally finished packing up the picnic lunch for his first-ever date with Polly, and he got himself ready to go. Guido said, “Hey, Speedy…I didn’t know Yogi Bear lived in Rikugien Park. Where are ya goin’ with the food?” Speedy replied, “None of your business, Guido. Now, if you’ll excuse me…I’m heading out for a bit.” He then turned to Francine, and said, “Hey Fran…Polly and I are headin’ out for a little bit. We’ll be back later.” Francine smiled, and replied, “Have a good time!” Once Speedy and Polly were gone, Guido headed into the living room to watch TV, while Francine started up one of the games that she had on her laptop.




Rikugien Park…




   Just after the clock struck noon, Speedy and Polly walked hand-in-hand into the park. Speedy said, “Polly, thanks for comin’ out with me, and for coming to help me when Guido tripped me.” Polly pulled Speedy close, and replied, “Speedy, I love you…and if he EVER does anything like that again, he’s going to be in SEVERE need of aspirin after I get done with him. Nobody is gonna get away with hurting the one I love.” Speedy kissed her cheek, and then they both found a nice, quiet place to spread out their blanket. Once they had that done, Speedy sat down next to Polly, looked her straight in the eyes, and asked, “Polly…I’d like to know one thing…will you accept this, my Samurai pin, as a symbol of our official status as boyfriend and girlfriend?” Polly took the pin in her hand, and she quickly fastened it to the front of her red and white sundress. She replied, “Speedy, I think I’ve officially become pinned…by my love for you.” Speedy pulled Polly close, and he kissed her lips softly, until they both needed air. The two of them soon began enjoying their picnic, which consisted of some rice balls with a light paprika and soy-sauce flavoring, beef teriyaki, and some Nikuman buns, along with Polly’s favorite pizza. Speedy had cooked up two small Pepperoni and Sausage pizzas, with the zesty four-cheese blend that Polly loved so much. Of course, he’d also brought along a bottle of Pepsi for both of them. They sat and ate their lunch together, and then they spent the next two hours walking along the park’s hiking trails, and they ended their trip with a swim in the lake, followed by some ice cream for the walk home, which Speedy was all too happy to pay for. He looked over at the lovely female cat walking beside him, and thought to himself, ‘Uncle Irving was right…she really is the one that I belong with…I love you, Polly Esther!” Polly thought to herself, ‘He may be a bit on the goofy side, but he’s also brave, honest, kind, and charming…and he’s the only cat I’ll ever love…I’ll always love you, and only you, Speedy Cerviche.” Together, the two cats, now officially a steady couple, headed back home.

[KyoZaber]

I promise I'll read this and write my further thoughts.
You two keep up the work please. Don't be discouraged.

And Street? Please write more than that if you're going to criticize.
Don't just say "It sucks just because it sucks."

It would be like me deleting your account just because I felt like it.
Stupid, and unwarranted.

[pollygirl]

Thank you so so much for that. VVe can't tell you just hovv much vve appreciate your kind vvords and vve do hope YOU like the story!

Just an old fashioned romance, hope ya think it's good.

[Razgriz27]

Thanks for the backup, Kyo...I appreciate it, just like Pollygirl does.


Here's the third chapter. I'll be putting up the next one tomorrow.


Speedy and Polly: A Match Made in Heaven


Story by: Phoenix710&Merigirl


Disclaimer: Neither Merigirl nor I claim any rights whatsoever to Samurai Pizza Cats, or to any of the characters. Samurai Pizza Cats, and all associated characters, are registered trademarks of Saban.



Chapter Three: Notes of Love



Speedy and Polly entered the Pizza Parlor hand-in-hand happily, looking at one another with pure love and happiness and in a world of their own. Francine looked up here she was talking to Guido, Good Bird and Carla. “Hey, you to, how was your date?”
Speedy and Polly glanced each other and smiled. “Shall we tell them?”
“Tell us what?” Good Bird asked.
“Yeah, what’s up?” Carla asked.
Polly smiled, “Great news,” she stuck out the part of her dress in which Speedy’s pin shone in the sunlight. “I got pinned!!”
Carla screeched and ran to hug Polly. “Oh, Polly…does this mean..””
Speedy grinned, came up from behind Polly and wrapped his arms around her waist. “It means that as of this moment, Polly and I are going steady!!” Polly smiled and kissed his cheek.
“Congratulations,” Good Bird said.
“wha…wha…but…you’re going steady? You’re…already?!” Francine said, shocked.
“Yep,” Speedy said proudly. “And I am officially the luckiest Cat in all of Little Tokyo!” Polly blushed.
“But..you guys just went out on one date!”
“And we’e expecting a lot more!” Polly said happily.
“What is wrong with this picture?” Guido said to himself.
“Guys, look…not that I’m not happy for you or anything like that..I mean of course I am…but you guys just went out on only one date and all of a sudden you’re steady? I mean, aren’t you two kinda rushing it?”
“Francine,” Polly said. “If that comet taught us anything at all, it’s that life’s way too short to beat around the bush.”
“Don’t I know it,” Speedy said. “When your life is flashing before your eyes at fifty images a minute, ya kinda know not to take too much for granted! Just like my Uncle Irving said to me, when you know something is right,” he tightened his grip on Polly’s shoulder. “You never let it go.” Polly put her hand in his.
“Besides,” Polly said. “Speedy and I have known each other practically our whole lives!”
“How long have you guys known each other?” Good Bird asked.
“Since third grade,” Speedy said.
“Wow, that long?” Carla asked.
“Yep,” Speedy smiled. “Remember when we met each other, Kitten?”
“Of course I do. It was my first day of school in Tokyo. My family had just moved from Kyoto. I was the new kid and after school these three bullies surrounded me and started harassing me. They wouldn’t let me through, wouldn’t let me go. Finally, one pushed me into a mud puddle and ripped my new dress.”
“I was coming out of school on the other side and I saw that,” Speedy continued. “ I saw what was going on and knew I had to do something, I yelled at them to leave her alone, but they came after me. I just started Samurai Training so I was able to beat them good. They ran away and I introduced myself to Polly and helped her up.”
“I couldn’t decide weather to be scared of him or hope he’d become my best friend,” Polly admitted.
“And then Polly hugged me thank you, I couldn’t help but notice how strong she was,” Speedy said, wincing a bit. “I knew she could make a great Samurai if she just had the right training. The next day I asked her parents if she could take Samurai Training with me.” Speedy smiled and hugged Polly close to him. “And the rest, as they say, is history!” He reached over and kissed her lips.
“Oh, that’s so romantic!” Carla sighed.

“Give me a break,” Guido muttered. “You guys, come ON! A while ago you two were always fighting, never seeing eye to eye on anything…now all of a sudden you’re going steady?! I mean, he can‘t even recite poetry!”
“Maybe not, Guido,” Speedy admitted, “But I can talk to her from the bottom of my heart and tell her exactly how I feel about her. When I look at her and tell her how much she means to me, every word is true.”
Polly beamed and lowered her eyes, wrapping one arm around his shoulders. “Kiss me, you Romeo!” Speedy pulled her into a tender kiss.



Two weeks later…



Polly came downstairs into the kitchen of the Pizza Parlor, with the biggest smile on her face that anyone had ever seen her wear. “Good morning!” she sang out happily.
“Good morning to you!” Francine answered. “You’re in a happy mood today! Dare I ask how your date last night went?”
Polly sighed and sank into a chair. “Oh, Francine, it was so wonderful! I had the best time last night. Speedy was such a gentleman! He was sweet, tender, affectionate…”
“With who?” Guido couldn’t resist saying. Polly shot him a dirty look.
“With me! No, I had the time of my life!”
“Where did he take you this time?” Guido asked.
“We went to that brand new restaurant downtown. He made special reservations ahead of time. We were shown to our own private table, it was hidden away, in a dark corner. The only light seemed to come from one candle right in the middle of our table!”
“Why would you want to eat almost in the pitch dark?” Francine asked, until a look from Polly told her. “Dumb thing, I said a dumb thing, didn’t I?”
“Anyway, there we were, alone. Just the two of us. He took my hand..and he stroked it so tenderly…he brought it up to his lips and kissed it…gazed right into my eyes…” Polly stood up. “Oh, but I can’t tell you anymore..I’m too shy!” she giggled and went into the kitchen to prepare ingredients.
Speedy came into the kitchen just then. “Hiya, Kitten!”
“Hi, Pussycat,” she replied as Speedy kissed her. He fingered his Samurai pin that Polly always wore near her heart. “Had a good time last night,” Polly said.
“I did too,” Speedy said as he went to prepare breakfast for them.


A little while later the phone began to ring and Francine answered it. “Samurai Pizza Cats, Pizza’s our middle name! OK, coming right up! Polly, 2 large sausage pizzas with extra cheese to be delivered to the Bulldogs!”
“You got it,” Polly said, immediately getting started. when it as ready Speedy reached over to take it.
“To the Bulldog’s, right?”
“You got it.”
“OK, be right back,” Speedy gave her a peck on the lips and touched her hand tenderly. “I love you.”
“I love you,” Polly called out as he left. She looked down as she realized something was in her hand. A note had been tenderly put into it. She unfolded it as fast as she could and began to read it.


Dear Polly,
I think you’re the most beautiful girl in all of Little Tokyo, and you’re the nicest, sweetest girl I know. These last few weeks have been the best ones of my whole life. I love every minute, every second of our time together. Just the fact that I’m going steady with you has made me glad just to be alive, and every morning I look forward to seeing your lovely face! I mean this with all my heart, I love you and only you forever, and I can honestly say you’re the only girl I’m dreaming of! I wish I could think of a better form of words to tell you, but I’m not a poet like Guido. All I can say is I love you with all my heart, Polly esther.
Love forever,
Speedy.


Polly felt herself melting at these lovely words and her heart skipping a few beats. So what if it wasn’t too flowery? It was written by the one she loved so much with his whole heart! She hugged it to her bosom happily, reading it again and again with a dreamy look on her face. She didn’t even hear the phone when it started to ring, or Francine’s voice calling her until Fran came and touched her shoulder. “POLLY! earth to Polly! earth to Polly! Come in, Polly!”
“Huh?” she asked.
“What do you mean, huh? Didn’t you hear the phone? Customers are waiting, and what are you reading?” Guido tried to read the note over her shoulder, Polly snatched it away.
“Mind your own business, Guido!” she snapped.
“Geez, Pol, that’s a letter!!!”
“I know, and it’s mine!”
“Sneaking it to ya in the middle of work and everything!”
“Well, could you put that letter away for now, we got people waiting.” Polly nodded and slipped the letter into her apron pocket before going out to greet some customers.


Speedy made his way back down the street after delivering his pizzas, singing happily, feeling like he was floating on top of the world. “Oh, I’m a Pizza Cat and I’m OK, make dough at night and bake by day!” He went on faster, thinking only of his Polly and wishing to go back to her. He saw a flower stand nearby and stopped as the vender turned around.
“Oh, good morning, Speedy!”
“Good morning, John.”
“Isn’t it though? So, what can I do for you?”
“I’d like to purchase some flowers for my girlfriend,” his eyes lit up and a huge smile crossed his face at the word ‘girlfriend.’ Calling Polly his girlfriend felt good…it felt RIGHT.
“Girlfriend, huh? Must be someone very special.”
“Oh yes, she is! I can honestly say she’s the best thing that‘s ever happened to me!”
“Well in that case, she should have the best arrangement! what are her favorite colors?”
“Pink and red.”
“Well, how about these bright red roses and pink gardenias? And we can throw in some white daisies for good measure.”
“Great! That looks lovely.”


A little while later Speedy came into the restaurant. “Polly?” He called. “Oh, Polly?”
“In here, Speedy!” Polly called out. Speedy smiled, handed his payment to Francine, and went to the back where Polly was and swept her into his arms, twirling her around. She giggled and he pecked her lips. He tenderly presented her with the flowers. “For the most wonderful girl in all of Tokyo!”
Polly gasped when she saw the flowers. “Oh, Speedy, thank you, I love them!” she gave him a long kiss. “I got your letter.”
“Ya did? Heh..did ya..ya know, like it?”
“I loved it. Those were the sweetest things anyone’s ever said to me!”
“Even though it wasn’t really poetic?”
“Oh I don’t care about that! Those are the loveliest words I’ve ever read. I know I’ll never throw it away.” She threw her arms around him and they kissed so deeply they forgot anyone else as there.
“So, where do ya wanna go tonight?”
“Hmm…I think I’d like to go skydiving!”
Speedy smiled. “Skydiving? That’s different!” he grinned. “If that’s what ya want, we’ll do it!” Speedy swept her in his arms and lifted her up, kissing her all the while.
“Hey, Romeo and Juliet!” Francince called out. “Much as I hate interrupting, we still got a restaurant to operate! Speedy, I need you to run this pizza over to Al Dente.”
“OK,” he gave Polly another kiss goodbye. “See ya later! I love you.”
“Later! I love you,” as Polly went back to her ovens, she noticed another note in her hand.


Dear Polly,
I know I’m no good at poetry, so I’ll just say this from the bottom of my heart:
I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you.
In case it’s not that obvious...I love you!!!
All my love forever,
Speedy.
Polly blushed bright red as she melted all over again and slipped the note into her apron pocket.

Speedy made his way down the street, thinking of Polly and their date that night. No one else he knew would even suggest skydiving as a date! But that’s what made Polly so appealing- her unpredictability! He knew Lucille would never have wanted to do anything like that, she would be too scared! But Polly…she never ceased to amaze and surprise him, and every day with her was an adventure! “Polly makes me so happy!!” He thought. “I never want anyone else!” He raced on, making sure his delivery was on time and looking forward to what was going to be a very special night.

[KyoZaber]

:Chapter 1 Comments:

Not too bad for a start.
I really like the idea of a dance as it puts the castle to some actual use.

In some ways you did bend SPC history a little bit. At the end of SPC the comet was said to have wrecked the town a decent amount. If you'd both followed that, then the party would either be being held in the remains of the castle, or out in a park. It's not a bad thing though for fans to lightly re-write events.

Also, if you were to place this a little further from the end of the series, then I'd buy it even more that they were in the newly built full-fledged palace.

Another nit-picky detail is Polly's outfit. You have to remember that this it Little Tokyo. I'd almost figure that she would be more prone to wear a kimono to a party like this. Now, since this is Polly, it is possible that she may not want to wear a kimono. Again, it's nothing huge, but just one of my 2 cents.


I'm glad that Lucille is glad, but I'd almost expect a few more tears to be coming out of her eyes. It's up to every fan to gauge what Lucille's feelings of Speedy truely were through the series. The more I look back on her... The more I can't help but wonder if she only thought of Speedy as a good friend who happened to bring her gifts and do stuff with her. If anything, perhaps a classic Lucille moment would've been nice at the end of the chapter. She wouldn't have to blow anything up... but maybe some fireworks of joy for Polly and Speedy, just as the two kissed, would have been warranted.


In the end here's how I'd rate Chapter 1...
It's a little out of tune in places to be a hard-core SPC Episode, however it's a good foundation that a SPC Episode could be built upon and worked out of.
While some of the details are a little off, at it's core this story has potential.


I look forward to reading Chapter 2 within the next few days.
(Yes I am slow at reading... but you've got to savor life more. If you speed through stuff, you'll miss the best parts.)
Keep up the work you two.

[pollygirl]

:Also, if you were to place this a little further from the end of the series, then I'd buy it even more that they were in the newly built full-fledged palace.

VVell, vve never said exactly vvhen this took place. Just assume the Palace vvas rebuilt.  

:Now, since this is Polly, it is possible that she may not want to wear a kimono. Again, it's nothing huge, but just one of my 2 cents.

Polly? A Kimono? Come ON!!! 

:I'm glad that Lucille is glad, but I'd almost expect a few more tears to be coming out of her eyes.

OOps, our bad!

:It's up to every fan to gauge what Lucille's feelings of Speedy truely were through the series. The more I look back on her... The more I can't help but wonder if she only thought of Speedy as a good friend who happened to bring her gifts and do stuff with her.

That's hovv vve savv her. VVe alvvays thought she did care more for Guido anyvvay.

:In the end here's how I'd rate Chapter 1...
It's a little out of tune in places to be a hard-core SPC Episode

If you man no Cheese, he's comin, he's comin!!!

:I look forward to reading Chapter 2 within the next few days.

But ya liked it? Did ya really like it?

[Razgriz27]

Here's Chapter 4:


Speedy and Polly: A Match Made In Heaven

Story by: Phoenix710&Merigirl

Disclaimer: Neither Merigirl nor I claim any rights whatsoever to Samurai Pizza Cats, or to any of the characters. Samurai Pizza Cats, and all associated characters, are registered trademarks of Saban.

Chapter Four: Speedy and Polly’s Skydiving Date

Speedy had just gotten off the phone with the owner of the Slipstream Club, Little Tokyo’s skydiving adventure group. He’d agreed to take Speedy and Polly up on his plane, so that they could have the thrill of their lives. Polly walked in, and Speedy turned to face her. She pulled him close, and asked, “Are we all set to go, my charming Samurai?” Speedy smiled, and replied, “You bet we are, Kitten. We’ll be landing just as the moon comes up, and then I’ll take you out to dinner, before finally coming back here.” Polly kissed Speedy on the cheek, and replied, “Oh Speedy…I love you so much!” Speedy kissed her on the nose, and said, “I love you too, Pollyanna!” The two of them said their good-byes to Guido, Francine, and Good Bird, before heading out the door.

Once they arrived at the small airport owned by the Slipstream Club, Speedy and Polly signed the insurance forms, and then they were both given a complete physical exam, before being measured for their jumpsuits. Once they’d both been fitted, their instructor came out to meet them. He said, “Ahhh…so you’re the famous Speedy Cerviche…the one who took out that monster comet a couple of weeks ago. It’s an honor to have you along for the ride, Speedy.” Blushing, Speedy replied, “Thanks a bunch, Mr. Kanazawa. My girlfriend and I, we’ve really been looking forward to this.” Mr. Kanazawa replied, “Nothing’s too good for the heroes of this city, and I must say, you picked a REAL winner there…she’s absolutely beautiful!” Speedy replied, “She certainly is. I love her, with all my heart and soul.” Mr. Kanazawa replied, “Just one more thing, what’s her name?” Polly replied, “It’s Polly…Polly Esther, to be exact. Of course, I’ll soon be Mrs. Polly Esther Cerviche, which I can’t wait for!” Mr. Kanazawa smiled, before leading the two of them to his plane. He ran through the pre-flight checks, and then took off. Speedy and Polly both double-checked their equipment, until they reached their jump altitude of 13,000 feet. Mr. Kanazawa said, “Okay…listen up: Once you two jump, you’ll be in freefall for a short time, until around 3,000 feet. Once you see that on the altitude gauge on your jumpsuit, pull the red handle on your harness, and deploy your chute. Once you’ve opened up, stay close to each other, and once you get near the ground, aim for a soft area, like an open field. After you land, pop the green smoke flare, which will be my signal to come and meet you. Got it?” Speedy and Polly both gave him the thumbs-up, and then he slid open the aircraft’s side door. He tapped Speedy on the shoulder first, and Speedy hopped out. Polly followed seconds later, and quickly came up alongside Speedy. After a minute of freefall, they noticed that it was time to yank the ‘chute, and they both pulled the release handle. Their ‘chutes unfolded, and the two of them glided to a safe landing, coming back to earth inside a field of Lunar Flowers. Speedy popped his green smoke flare, after he’d made sure that both he and Polly were all right. Mr. Kanazawa met them a few minutes later, and he said, “That was the BEST jump I’ve ever seen by first-timers! I’ve got to be getting back now, but if you ever want to do it again, just call me up. Have fun on your date now!” Mr. Kanazawa took off, and Speedy looked into Polly’s blue eyes, which were gleaming in the moonlight. He said, “Polly…I’ve never met anyone else, that can make me feel the way you do. You’re not only beautiful and kind, but you’ve also got a great personality, you’re brave, loyal, strong, and you’re always there for me. I’m so glad I met you, Polly…I want to stay with you, forever.” Polly’s eyes filled with tears of joy, and she replied, “Speedy…I love you so much…honestly, I never meant to call you all those names I’ve used in the past, not to mention the times I’ve hit you. This temper of mine…I just can’t control it at times, but being with you…I feel so good when we’re together. Speedy, you are the only cat that I will ever love.” Speedy and Polly both kissed, long and deep, until they needed to come up for air. When they broke apart, Speedy saw that they were standing in a field of Lunar Flowers, so he decided to pick some for Polly. Once he’d gathered up enough to make a bouquet, he walked back over to Polly, and said, “Some lovely flowers, for a VERY lovely kitten!” Polly smelled them, and said, “Oh Speedy…they’re lovely!” He replied, “Not anywhere near as lovely as you are, my sweet Pollyanna.” She blushed, and then she kissed him on the nose, before they both headed off to the restaurant that Speedy had made reservations at.

Prisoners’ Island…

Cheese was lounging on a beach chair and munching on Sushi, as he watched the Ninja Crows working on the robot. Jerry walked over, and Cheese asked, “How’s the work coming along, Jerry?” Jerry replied, “I’ve got half the Ninja Crows working on getting enough metal to make the armor, while the rest of them put together the weapons. This robot isn’t exactly a light job, you know.” Cheese replied, “Never mind that. Just tell me how much longer it’s going to be.” Jerry answered, “A couple of weeks at least, Cheesy…that is, if the Ninja Crows can keep up their pace.” Cheese replied, “Wonderful! Those Pizza Cats are finally going to pay dearly for ruining my plans! HAHAHAHA!!!” Jerry replied, “I wonder…are you incurably deranged, or is it only temporary…oops…” Cheese screamed, “THAT WASN’T FUNNY, JERRY!!!” Jerry frantically waved his hands in front of him, and said, “N-no…of course not, Cheesy.” Cheese calmed himself down, until he overheard some of the Ninja Crows making jokes about him behind his back. One of them said, “As dumb as he is, I’d be surprised if he could rule a sandbox, let alone a city!” Another one said, “Yeah…I hear that he’s so stupid, he blows up Pop Tarts in the microwave.” A third one said, “He’s such a moron, it takes him an hour to make Minute Rice…uh…oh…” The Ninja Crows all turned around, and saw Cheese standing there, his face going red as a tomato. Jerry said, “You idiots! He’s going to blast us all to kingdom come, thanks to your stupidity…even if what you said is true…oh no…” Cheese screamed, “ALL OF THIS AGGRAVATION ISN’T DOING MY BLOOD PRESSURE ANY GOOD…AAARRRGGGHHH!!!” Cheese exploded, and Jerry said, “I need to find a new line of work, before he kills me…ugh…” He fell over, and Cheese said, “I’m going to have my revenge on those Pizza Cats…right after I finish my nap…ugh..” Cheese fell face-first into the sand, and the island was once again quiet.

Back in Little Tokyo…

Speedy and Polly returned from their date, and walked hand-in-hand up to the restaurant. Guido saw them coming, and said, “Oh boy…look at you two…I mean, just a couple weeks ago, Polly…you called him goofy, you’ve beaten him up so many times, you’ve thrown things at him, and now, you’re going out with him? WHAT DO YOU SEE IN HIM?!” Polly replied, “Simple…he’s kind, honest, sweet, caring, and he’s the one I love. Got it?” Guido shook his head, before he headed back inside. Polly went out back to freshen up, and Speedy decided to sit down and wait for her. Guido, however, had other plans. He yanked the stool out from under Speedy, causing him to fall over, face-first. Guido said, “Gee…sorry Speedy…I guess I didn’t see you there.” Francine said, “Uhm…Guido…you DO have your health insurance paid up, right?” Guido replied, “Yeah. Why?” Francine replied, “Uhm…I’m gonna go out back, and uh…empty the dishwasher.” Guido turned around, and came face to face with a VERY angry Polly. Guido gulped, and said, “Oh no…I’m a dead cat…” Good Bird said, “I’d like to help ya out, but I just remembered that Carla and I were gonna watch a movie tonight. See ya!” Good Bird flew off, and Guido yelped out, “Mother…”, before Polly smashed him in the head with a frying pan. She then walked over to Speedy, who was still down on the ground, moaning in pain. She said, “What’s the matter, pussycat…can I get you anything?” He sat up, and replied, “An icepack would be nice, and could you help me sit down?” She carried him into the living room, pausing long enough to give Guido an evil look. Once she’d set him down on the sofa, she grabbed an icepack, took off his helmet, and then she handed him the icepack, which he placed on his forehead. She asked, “Can I get you anything else?” He replied, “Yeah…a soda…please…” Polly grabbed a bottle of Pepsi for him, and popped it open. She then asked, “Anything else?” He replied, “Yes…a kiss from my Pollyanna…” Polly smiled, and she then knelt down onto the carpet, and kissed Speedy’s forehead. He wrapped an arm around her shoulders, and she melted against him. Meanwhile, Guido had just gotten to his feet, when Francine grabbed him by the wrist. She said, “Guido, outside…NOW!!! We’re going to have a talk, and DON’T YOU give my any lip!”

Once she’d taken him outside, Francine said, “Guido Anchovy, you should be ashamed of yourself. Speedy’s gone out of his way to be your friend, and you repay him by playing the meanest pranks that you can think of…you call him names, you hurt him, and you just basically treat him like dirt. Let’s start with those names that you’re so fond of… ‘Neo-Fascist Feline’… ‘Couldn’t pound the fuzz off a pussy willow’…not to mention you always butting into his life, like when he was trying to talk to Polly after he and Good Bird got back from killing that comet. You made him so nervous, that he blurted out that stupid ‘Make me a Pizza’ joke, which ticked Polly off, and then YOU kicked him in the head! Guido, you disgust me! You know he’s sensitive about his height, and yet you LOVE insulting him about it. You call him weak, when you know perfectly well that he’s not. He’s whalloped you with a tree before, after you insulted him in front of Lucille, and he’s the only one between you three that can match Good Bird’s swordsmanship skills. When he was still Bad Bird…that one time he got that super armor…Speedy almost DIED to keep you safe, after Bad Bird’s sword wrecked your umbrella. He’s saved you repeatedly, and how do you repay him? You hurt him, belittle him, and just basically make his life miserable! You’re lucky he hasn’t told Lucille about all the rotten things you’ve done to him, because he’s a real good friend of hers, Guido. Think how she’d feel. Also, he could go inform Al Dente, and he’d probably strip you of your Samurai status. Who knows…he might even go tell Princess Vi, and she’d either send you to Prisoners’ Island, or order you to commit Hira-Kiri. Is THAT what you WANT, Guido Anchovy?” Guido gulped, and said, “Gods…I…oh man…what have I done?” Francine said, “I don’t want to see you for the rest of the night, Guido. I think you’d best go up to your room, and think long and hard about our conversation tonight. When you’re ready…come down and apologize CONVINCINGLY to them, and hope to God that they both forgive you. Remember, Guido…I’m giving you a chance to do what’s right…don’t mess it up!” Guido ran inside, and locked himself in his bedroom. He felt absolutely horrible about how he’d treated Speedy, and he knew that he needed to find a way to make it up to him, that is…if Speedy and Polly would forgive him.

Francine walked into the living room, where Polly was now sitting next to Speedy on the sofa, lightly rubbing his shoulders, while he rested his head against her chest. Polly said, “Hey Francine…what’s with Guido?” Francine replied, “I just chewed him out royally, and pretty much said that he’d better quit bullying Speedy around, unless he wants to end up hearing about it from Al or Princess Vi, not to mention poor Lucille.” Speedy replied, “Thanks for sticking up for me there, Francine…and you too, kitten!” Francine replied, “Hey, what are friends for? I’d love to stick around, but I’m gonna head up to bed now. Goodnight, you two…and make sure you turn off the lights!” Polly giggled, and she then turned the lights off. She then joined Speedy on the sofa again, and since it was a rather wide one, she curled up next to him, and they were both fast asleep in minutes.

[Razgriz27]

Thank you for the review, and I'm sorry if it's a bit repetitive.


Here's chapter 5:


Speedy and Polly: A Match Made In Heaven

Story by: Phoenix710&Merigirl

Disclaimer: Neither Merigirl nor I claim any rights whatsoever to Samurai Pizza Cats, or to any of the associated characters. Samurai Pizza Cats, and all associated characters, are registered trademarks of Saban.

Chapter Five: Guido’s Apology

Guido stayed huddled on the bed in his room, replaying the conversation he had had with Francine over and over in his head. ‘You should get down on your knees and thank God in Heaven Speedy has NOT reported you to Al Dente or Princess Vi! For some reason, he values you. I only wish you valued him as much!’
“But I do!” He said to himself. Geez, he and Speedy had been buddies since 6th grade! They always fooled around with each other! Speedy knew he as only playing….didn’t he?
Guido thought back to all the times he had known Speedy. No, he didn’t do anything wrong! Sure, he had competed with Speedy over deliveries and for Lucille…but that was only friendly banter…wasn’t it?
Did Speedy know that?
Lucille had really liked him, it wasn’t his fault if Speedy didn’t listen…right?
Is wasn’t…right?
What did he do that was so terrible? He had just tried to deliver pizzas to the girl his heart belonged to….even though Speedy was assigned to do it.
Every single time.
Many times calling him names in the process.
Many other scenes flashed in his mind. The time he had bashed Speedy with a rock just to get his pizza for Lucille, the time he had pulled a stool out from under Speedy when Polly’s flute was accidentally given away, the time he and Speedy tried to get a part in Vi’s movie to impress Lucille, and he had made fun of Speedy’s height..
Knowing he was sensitive about it.

When he had actually attacked Speedy and tried to get his golden ticket for himself…OK, where did THAT come from? Stealing wasn’t friendly banter at all….he was a SAMURAI for crying out loud! What as he doing trying to steal?!?! Especially from Speedy!
Speedy.
His best friend.
Who never did anything to him...he never started anything! Guido started it all! He never would have uprooted that tree and swung it at Guido if he had only butt out of his delivery! He never would have called him ugly if Guido didn’t call him short and say no one would want his picture!!! It was all Guido! Why did he even butt in when Speedy was trying to talk to Polly? Why didn’t he just butt out? Polly could have handled it herself, it wasn’t any of his business! Speedy was right..so right. Guido was a buttinski!
He tried to put himself in Speedy’s shoes. He tried to imagine his so-called best friend showing up when he was trying to do his job, trying to one-up him, trying to infringe on the girl he had a crush on, calling him all kinds of names , pulling pranks like pulling out bar stools, stealing his things….oh man.

Guido stood up and slowly walked across the room, coming to a stop in front of his mirror. “You…are a creep!” he said to his reflection. “What are you doing being a Samurai?! You’re not worthy of this uniform! You’re LUCKY Speedy never reported you!” He rested his hands on the dresser and lowered his head, sighing.
He owed Speedy. He owed him big time!

The next morning…


“So, where do ya wanna go tonight?” Speedy asked early the next morning.
“It’s your turn to choose, Speedy,” Polly said.
“Hurry up you guys, the restaurant is gonna open soon,“ Francine said.
Speedy looked over an open paper, “This looks good,” he said. “A carnival is opening up tonight. How’s that, Kitten?”
“Sounds like fun!”
Guido came down the stairs just then, with his head bowed, and his eyes filled with shame. He finally looked up as Francine came toward them. “Ok, guys, now that you’ve made up your minds, excuse me while I open up the restaurant…”
“Wait, Fran,” Guido said. “Before ya do that, I got something I need to say..” Francine stopped what she as doing and backed up a bit. Guido faced Speedy and Polly. “Will both of you please sit down?” Speedy and Polly looked at each other, and sat down on a nearby booth, as Guido stood up, folded his arms, and cleared his throat. “A terrible mistake has been made….and I’m the one that made it. Speedy..Polly…Francine and I had a long talk..and I did a lot of thinking afterwards. I know that in the past I’ve hardly ever been nice to you…either one of you.” He turned to Speedy. “Speedy..I think I owe you the biggest apology of all. Speedy, I know that even though I’ve called you my best friend in the past, I realize that…the complete opposite is true. I’ve been just about the worst friend anyone could ask for. All this time I’ve been nothing but horrible to you. I’ve been cocky, a know-it-all, self-centered, cruel..” he turned to Francine. “Feel free to stop me anytime you wanna, Fran.”
“No, no, you’re doing fine!” Francine cracked.
“Anyway, Speedy, I treated you the worst, so I think I owe you the biggest apology. Speedy, I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about the real reason I did all the things I did to you in the past, and I realize that the reason I treated you so horribly is that..I was jealous of you. I was jealous of the fact that ever since I’ve known you you were always doing things much faster or better than me. Speedy, you’re the best in all you do. Of all the Samurai I’ve ever known, you’re the best swordsman I’ve ever seen. You can hold your own better than anyone! You’re the only one I’ve seen who could fight Good Bird when he was still bad. Speedy, your Leadership is amazing, and there’s no one better than you in anything. Look at you, you can even make a commitment to somone…that’s always so hard for me! Speedy, all those insults I’ve thrown at you in the past, all the times I butted in on you when you’re making pizza deliveries, or insulting you, or playing pranks on you for no good reason at all…or even trying to horn in on your relationship with Polly…I’m ashamed of that now. Now, let me tell ya what I see when I see you now. I see someone amazing. Someone who has more patience than anyone I’ve ever known. Francine was right, and I should be grateful forever that you never reported me to Al Dente.
“I’d never do that to you, Guido!” Speedy said “You’re a valuable member of this team, and we all need you.”
Guido’s eyes filled with tears of shame and gratefulness. “Speedy, I know I called you short, but you’re a much bigger Cat than I can ever be! Speedy, from the bottom of my heart, I’m sorry for everything I ever did. I am truly, honestly sorry, and if we can start over, I promise I’ll never do it again.”

He turned to Polly. “Polly, I owe you an apology too. I’ve been pretty awful to you, too. I said horrible things to you, but I never meant any of them. Polly, you’re not ugly at all, and I don’t know why I called you that. you’re a very lovely girl, and no one deserves you more than Speedy. I guess I was a bit chauvinistic in my thoughts, thinking that you couldn’t really be pretty and a fighter, but you’ve proven that you can. Polly, I know I’ve butted in on your relationship with Speedy, including having everyone look at you and Speedy when he got back from destroying the comet which caused him to be nervous and make that joke. And I didn’t help by kicking him in the head afterwards. Polly, I’m sorry for butting in and for making you mad, and for calling you names.
Speedy, Polly, I’m truly sorry for everything I’ve done to both of you.” He knelt down in front of both of them. “From the bottom of my heart and down on my knees, I’m honestly sorry. I hope you can both find it in your hearts to please forgive me.”
Speedy slowly stood up. “Guido, stand up. Guido…that was a touching speech you just gave. But you didn’t have to give it. I forgive you, Guido, and I always have. I know that you’re a good fighter and a valuable member of our team. But, you should have just talked to me and let me know how you felt. Guido, you’re an amazing fighter as well, don’t think you’re not!” Speedy smiled. “And you’ve proven just now that you’re a true friend.”
“Yeah, it takes a big person to admit when he’s wrong,” Polly said. “I forgive you too, Guido…as long as you never, ever do anything like that again.”
“I never will, I promise!”
Speedy stuck out his hand. “Guido, you’re my friend, and I’ll always forgive you no matter what. But next time just talk to me and tell me these things.” He shook Guido’s hand. “I forgive you.” Guido pulled into a hug.
“Thank you.” Polly hugged him too.

A little while later, the restaurant was as busy as usual, and the Cats were filling orders left and right. The phone rang just then, and Francine answered. “Samurai Pizza Cats, Pizza’s our middle name. You got it, we’ll be right there!” She hung up. “Speedy?”
“Yep?”
She set the pizza down in front of him. “A sausage and extra cheese pizza for Lucille and make sure it gets there hot!”
“You got it.” Out of habit Guido started to reach for the pizza but thought better of it. When Speedy took the pizza, he glanced at Guido and then back at the boxes. Finally he went to him. “Hey, Guido?”
“Yeah?”
He held out the box. “Why don’t you take the pizza to Lucille.”
Guido looked surprised. “Me?”
“Sure! After all,” he winked at Polly. “I got no reason to go over there anymore! Go ahead, take it. Give her our best.”
“I will,” Guido said, starting off.
“Oh wait, wait!” Speedy took a rose from a vase on the counter and put it on top of the box. “There, perfect touch.”
“Hey, thanks, buddy!” He shook Speedy’s hand. “Ya know, Speedy, people might say you’re short, but you’re the biggest Cat I know.”
“Hey, Guido?” Polly asked, “see if Lucille wants to go to the carnival with us tonight. We can double date!”

Later, at the carnival...

Polly licked the last bits of sticky pink substance from her paper cone and tossed it in the trash. ‘That’s the first time I’ve had cotton candy in eons!” she smiled “Who says carnivals are only for kids?”
“Not me, that’s for sure!” Speedy said happily. Guido grinned at them and put his arm around Lucille.
“What’s next, my sweet? Another ride on the ferris wheel?”
“No way,” Speedy said, slipping his hand into Polly’s “We already did that! We’ll never have time to see everything if we keep going back on the same things.”
Polly beamed. It was great to be laughing and joking around with her boyfriend and two of her good friends, as if the jealousy and petty arguments of the previous months had never existed. “So, what’s next?”
“I think it’s your turn to choose, Lucille,” Guido said.
“Hmm..” Lucille said, looking around. “Oh, look over there! A Singing Contest! Come on, Polly, let’s go sign up!!”
“I’m right behind you, Lucille!” Polly said.
“Yeah, you two sign up, and we’ll go find seats in the front row so we can cheer the loudest!” Speedy said. Polly kissed him and they ran over.
As they made their way over a couple of obvious drunks called out “Hey, who’s the shrimp over there?” Guido was the first one to turn around, thankful Speedy and Polly were already too far away to hear.
“What as that, Ya jerk?”
“Who ya calling a jerk, cowboy?”
“I’m calling you a jerk, you got something ya wanna say to my friend, you say it in front of me first, got it?!”
One of the drunks stumbled over. “Hey, it ain’t his fault he’s so tiny a bug can’t find him, but ya think he could afford some elevator shoes…” before he could finish, Guido slammed him into the mud.
“You do NOT talk about him like that! If it weren’t for him, you’d all be dead now, so you show him some respect!” Another drunk lunged toward Guido, who ducked and Guido used his umbrella to knock him far and away. Lucille ran to Guido and hugged him.
“Oh, Guido…you were magnificent!” She kissed his cheek.
“Oh, Lucille, that was nothing..”
“No, Guido…that was wonderful! You are so courageous, so brave, so caring! Oh, Guido, that’s why I so love being with you. You never think of yourself, you always put others first…”
Guido looked down. “Not always, Lucille…”
“Oh, but yes, always. No one is more loving, more caring than you! You’re so thoughtful and always willing to help, and you are so unselfish…”
Guido looked into Lucille’s eyes as, shame again overtook him. “Lucille,” he began, taking her hands and looking at her, “I have a confession to make…”

[pollygirl]

I don't mind a good romance, and this is good as romances go.  Sure, I feel that some of it's a bit unrealistic, but that isn't always a bad thing.  Oh, and some of it does seem a bit repetitive at times.

Harmonex: idealist and realist rolled into one.

VVell vvalking talking Samurai Cats aren't exactly realistic either!

But vvait, you have to explain that, vvhat parts aren't realistic? VVhat, you don't think Guido vvould have a turnaround?
Is it the skydiving that's unrealistic? VVhat,  you've been skydiving before? That's not hovv it goes?

VVhat parts aren't realistic, pray tell?

[KyoZaber]

VVell, vve never said exactly vvhen this took place. Just assume the Palace vvas rebuilt.  

Fair enough.

Polly? A Kimono? Come ON!!! 

She wore what looked like a kimono (and probably was a kimono) in the "Samurai Charm School" episode where she went to the Big Cheese's Modeling school.
Granted, you could argue that she doesn't like to wear one. Again, this is just more personal preference. ... That... and I think gals in Kimonos look very lovely. 

If you man no Cheese, he's comin, he's comin!!!

I wasn't too worried about no Big Cheese. I mainly was saying that the 1st chapter didn't really feel like a full-fledged SPC episode. It was though showing good promise.
(And admittedly, it was just Chapter 1. Thus insinuating more parts of a story.  )

But ya liked it? Did ya really like it?

I liked it well enough. I don't hate it, but yet I don't love it. I'm willing though to keep reading it and keep giving my views on it.
I do want to see how you both write this and end this story. It is very interesting.

Just remember that my comments are just that... Comments. This is you 2's story, and you both'll write it how you both see fit. All because I do or don't like something doesn't mean a hill of beans. If anything, I'm trying to structure all my comments to be is a little food for thought. 

[pollygirl]

Keeping in mind that I have only read the first two chapters, but "I love you." gets thrown around so much in what I've read. 

Uh...heh, heh..in that case....ya might vvanna skip chapter three entirely and move on to chapter 4. But, I'm vvarning ya, if ya like Guido...be prepared, he gets it here!

I wasn't too worried about no Big Cheese. I mainly was saying that the 1st chapter didn't really feel like a full-fledged SPC episode. It was though showing good promise.
(And admittedly, it was just Chapter 1. Thus insinuating more parts of a story.  )

exactly, and this IS chapter 1. Big Cheese VVILL be back...more vengeful and more STUPID than ever!

[Razgriz27]

He most certainly will, and Guido has now reached the point where he's realized that he's really messed up, and he begins the process of making up for his misdeeds.


With that said, here's the next chapter:



Speedy and Polly: A Match Made In Heaven

Story by: Phoenix710&Merigirl

Disclaimer: Neither Merigirl nor I claim any rights whatsoever to Samurai Pizza Cats, or to any of the characters associated with the series. Samurai Pizza Cats, and all associated characters, are registered trademarks of Saban.

Songs for this Chapter:

Speedy: ‘Vestige’-T.M. Revolution

Guido: ‘Loving You Is Paradise’-Firehouse

Polly: ‘Fields of Hope’-Rie Tanaka

Lucille: ‘Cloud 9’-Maaya Sakamoto

Chapter Six: Confessions at the Carnival

As Lucille waited for him to talk, Guido was seriously worried: He’d be confessing a long list of mean, cruel pranks that he’d played on Speedy, along with the names that he’d called his fellow Samurai, and he hoped that she’d forgive him, after he told her about his conversation with Francine, and his resulting epiphany. He cleared his throat, and said, “Lucille…I, uh…really haven’t always been very nice to Speedy. In fact…I’ve been outright cruel to him at times. I’ve called him names like ‘Shorty’, ‘Neo-Fascist Feline’, and ‘Couldn’t pound the fuzz off a pussy willow’, I’ve horned in on his privacy, I’ve stolen stuff from him, specifically a golden ticket, back during that ‘Golden Cluck’ caper of Cheese’s, I’ve pulled stools out from under him, and I even butted in on him, as he was about to confess his feelings for Polly, after he and Good Bird got back from taking out that monster comet. You see, Lucille…I’ve done some really horrible stuff to him…and I got a royal chewing-out by Francine last night, not to mention the fact that Polly almost made a wall ornament out of me with her fist. After my talk with Francine, I realized that I’d done all this horrible stuff to Speedy for one reason alone…I was jealous. He’s so much better at swordsmanship, he’s stronger, even able to match or beat Good Bird, which not even Polly AND I could ever do together, he was the first one of us to start going steady, and he’s taken it all with a grain of salt, except for the one time he belted me with a tree. They both forgave me, Lucille…but the thing is…I don’t know if I can forgive myself…I don’t even know if I can go on with being a Samurai…” Guido broke down, and Lucille was absolutely shocked…she’d always thought that Speedy and Guido were so close…and yet, Guido had just confessed to doing so many horrible things to him. Lucille teared up, and unleashed a barrage of her missiles, which, fortunately for the carnival, exploded overhead. She walked over to Guido, and said, “Guido…it took a lot of courage to admit that you were wrong…and from what you said…I believe in my heart that Speedy and Polly have both truly forgiven you…and I do too. Please…next time…talk about your feelings with them, or come and talk to me. I’m always here if you need a friend, Guido.” Lucille then pulled Guido into a warm hug, and he couldn’t help but pull her into a hug of his own. He said, “Lucille…thank you so much…you’ve renewed not only my faith in myself, but also my courage to continue serving as a samurai. There’s one other thing I’ve been wanting to tell you, for a long time now.” Lucille asked, “What is it, Guido?” He sat down with her on a bench, and said, “Lucille, I know that, in the past, I’ve been quite the Cassanova-type, but there’s only one girl in all of Little Tokyo…make that the world…that I’ve ever really felt as though I could be truly happy with.” Lucille leaned closer to him, and asked, “Who’s the lucky girl, Guido…is it someone I know?” Guido looked deep into the pretty female ram’s brown eyes, and replied, “Yes Lucille…it’s you. I love you, and I have ever since I first met you.” Lucille’s eyes brimmed with tears of joy, and she launched her missiles again. She threw her arms around Guido, and said, “Oh Guido…I love you too!” He leaned down and kissed her gently, before handing her a small box. She opened it, and saw a gleaming pin inside, just like the one Speedy had given to Polly. She said, “Guido…does this mean…what I think it does?” He replied, “Yes, Lucille…I’d like to ask you if you’d be willing to become my girlfriend, as of now.” Lucille answered his question by kissing him, before she finally replied, “You can take that as a yes, Guido! Now then…let’s go meet the others.”

Guido smiled, and hooked his arm around hers. They’d only taken a few steps, however, when the two drunks that Guido had taken out earlier came out to block their way. The taller of the two said, “Okay, hotshot…you got lucky last time…it’s our turn now…unless you let us have some fun with the little lady there.” Guido’s eyes narrowed, and he said, “Don’t you DARE lay a hand on Lucille, or I’ll PERSONALLY kick your sorry butts down to Princess Vi myself. I’m givin’ you two losers ONE chance…back off…or there’s gonna be trouble.” The goon said, “No way…I owe you for shovin’ me in the mud. YOU’RE DEAD MEAT!!!” He rushed Guido, only to have the umbrella-wielding samurai sidestep, and then level him with a powerful blow to the stomach from his umbrella. The other goon tried sneaking up behind Guido, only to have someone else tap him on the shoulder. He turned around, and saw Speedy standing there, with Polly just off to the side. Speedy said, “You leave my buddy alone, ya drunken slob, or I’m gonna make ya wish you’d stayed drinkin’ apple juice!” The idiot replied, “Buzz off, shorty. This is between me and Romeo over here.” Speedy replied, “Wrong, buddy…you mess with my friends, you mess with me.” Polly stepped forward, and said, “That goes double for me, and you REALLY don’t want to see me angry!” The idiot replied, “Hah…what’re you gonna do, slap me upside the head? I’m not in the habit of being afraid of Girl Scouts, so why don’t you run home and work on your merit badges?” Polly growled, and Speedy said, “Oh boy…now you’ve done it!” Polly shouted, “NOBODY CALLS ME A GIRL SCOUT AND GETS AWAY WITH IT!!! I’M GONNA USE YOUR GUTS FOR GARTERS, YOU DRUNKEN PIG!!!” Polly grabbed the goon’s wrist, wrenched his arm back, and then she kicked him clear across the fairground, all the way to the front doorstep of the Royal Palace. Guido followed suit with the other idiot, and when Princess Vi got her hands on them, along with the note that Guido had attached to one of them, she sent them both to Prisoners’ Island. Once that was cleared up, they all headed up to where the Karaoke Contest was being held.

After they’d all entered their names, along with the songs that they would be singing, they waited patiently for their names to be called. Eventually, the judge called out, “OUR NEXT CONTESTANT…AND ONE OF THIS CITY’S GREAT HEROES…LET’S HEAR IT FOR SPEEDY CERVICHE!!!” Speedy walked up onto the stage, and the roar of the crowd was incredible. Speedy, however, could still hear the sweet voice of his lovely Polly, as she called out, “YOU CAN DO IT, SPEEDY!!!” He cleared his throat, and then he took the microphone, upon which, the crowd went silent. He said, “Good evening, and thank you for the applause…especially my lovely red-haired kitten, Polly. The song I’ll be performing for you tonight is called ‘Vestige’, by T.M. Revolution.” Speedy took a bottle of water from the ice-filled chest on the stage, downed a quick sip, and then he began singing.

‘Broken by the power of a clenched fist
Desires and blood flow in the palm of my hand
Endless wings and chains suit me well
Their weight keeps me from going anywhere
With young eyes that have only seen loss
People think of stars that they won't be returning to

Making our respective lights
Bloom with our lives
Life is what transports us
Radiantly cut into everyone
Are gentle vestiges of scars

Even if it all ends, and I cry, I'll make my own relief
In order to forget about everything...?
Tomorrow falls from the sky like a feather
Even though I wake up from a painful illusion

If being hurt in delirium
Is how I say "I'm alive"
Then you are the undisappearing truth
Left behind, here
Are radiant and fleeting vestiges of us

Making our respective lights
Bloom with our lives
Life is what transports us
Radiantly cut into everyone
Gently

If being hurt in delirium
Is how I say "I'm alive"
Then you are the undisappearing truth
Left behind, here
Are radiant and fleeting vestiges of us’

Speedy took his bows, and then headed off the stage. He took his seat next to Polly, who immediately embraced him. She said, “Speedy…you’re wonderful! I didn’t know you could sing like that!” He blushed, and replied, “I’ll be honest, Polly…I didn’t know I had it in me either.” Guido said, “Hey buddy…that was really awesome, honest.” Speedy replied, “Thanks, Guido…by the way, I grabbed a water for the rest of ya. Here.” Guido smiled, and happily accepted the bottle of spring water, as did Polly, and Lucille. A short time later, the judge called out, “OUR NEXT CONTESTANT…GUIDO ANCHOVY, ANOTHER ONE OF OUR GALLANT SAMURAI PIZZA CATS!!! LET’S GIVE HIM A HAND!!!” Guido blushed, as he headed onto the stage. He took the mike, and said, “Thanks, to all of you…but I’d really like to thank my best friends, Speedy Cerviche, and Polly Esther, for allowing me to share this wonderful night with them. I’m not going to give a big speech, but I also want to thank my wonderful new girlfriend, Lucille Omitsu, who, as of tonight, has officially become my one and only sweetheart. In fact, I’m dedicating this song, ‘Loving You Is Paradise’, by Firehouse, to her.” Guido cleared his throat, and started singing, letting his love for Lucille flow out through the song.

‘I got lucky, I found heaven here on earth
Oh, I can see it in your eyes
When I look at you
I see all my dreams come true
Cause loving you is paradise

I never knew before I met ya
That angels could exist
You are the one temptation, angel
That I can't resist

I believe forever, we can stay together
Cause loving you is paradise
Never say goodbye, our love will never die
Cause loving you is paradise

I wasn't lookin' for a miracle
Oh, and then you came into me life
You've opened my eyes, made me realize
That lovin' you is paradise

And now I know that angels do exist
Cause your sweet loving baby
Is what I can't resist

I believe forever, we can stay together
Cause loving you is paradise
Never say goodbye, our love will never die
Cause loving you is paradise

I believe forever, we can stay together
Cause loving you is paradise
Never say goodbye, our love will never die
Cause loving you is paradise

Lovin' you is paradise
Lovin' you is paradise
Lovin' you is paradise!’

Guido bowed, as the crowd erupted in applause, and he then headed back to his seat. He saw Lucille unleash her missiles again, and they burst high overhead. The judge said, “OUR NEXT PERFORMER…MISS POLLY ESTHER, THE THIRD MEMBER OF THE SAMURAI PIZZA CATS…NOT TO MENTION THE TOUGHEST AND PRETTIEST FEMALE CAT IN LITTLE TOKYO!!! LET’S GIVE HER A ROUND OF APPLAUSE!!!” The crowd cheered her on, as she headed up to the stage, and she heard Speedy call out, “THAT’S MY KITTEN UP THERE!!!” Polly took the stage, and said, “I’d like to thank you all for your wonderful support, especially my wonderful boyfriend, Speedy, to whom I dedicate this song, called ‘Fields of Hope’, by Rie Tanaka.” Polly cleared her throat, and then she let her sweet voice flow out to touch Speedy’s heart through his ears.

‘Beneath a veil so cold,
You deeply sleep, all alone
The melody of prayer; on the lonely fields,
a little light shined

I watched as you dreamed
You laughed like a child
So dear, and yet so far -
That is the promise of our future

That one day, on a green morning,
One day, we will make it there
Because in this wintered sky
We still believe
Fields of Hope

On the day we were born, we were embraced
And now we search for those gentle hands again
The melody of prayer; one vanishes,
And all begins again; a powerless, painful continuation

One day, to that green morning,
We'll cross through all these nights
Because that is the place each one of us searches for

Now, within my own heart,
I want to keep you warm
So dear, and yet so far -
In the name of peace
Fields of Hope

So dear, and yet so far -
The fields of promise
Fields of Hope
Fields of Hope’

The audience burst into applause, especially Speedy, who pulled Polly into a passionate hug when she got back to her seat. After a few more performers went up, the judge said, “NOW…OUR FINAL CONTESTANT, MS. LUCILLE OMITSU!!!” The crowd cheered, and Lucille took the stage. She accepted the mike, and siad, “Thank you, all of you…especially you, Guido. This song, ‘Cloud 9’, by Maaya Sakamoto, is dedicated to you, with all my love.” She cleared her throat, and began singing.

‘I hear a voice calling.
A voice, resounding through the sky that stopped crying.
It has shot through the target of my heart.

Chasing the summer I spent with you,
I pass through the end of winter.
The words I heard from you that day
Are guiding me.

The smell of a snow storm,
High frequencies mixed in a harmony.

There's more than enough memories, but
If I turned around, I could lose just as much.
So I recklessly went down that road,
Praying for tomorrow.

The wild sleeping within is driving us
To the eternal, endless, irreplaceable dream.
The aimless, simple, helpless days,
We keep walking through them,
Because we are the children of the journey.

So you're guided?
Do you keep running from something?
(The endless world)
Someday, when you've reached your destination,
You'll be able to see the rest of your dream.

Unchanging, fearless, our strength,
We had it since the first time of despair.
Unforgettable, inseparable, memories of the distant days,
A tail with a small bone left.

The wild sleeping within is driving us
To the eternal, endless, irreplaceable dream.
Like a climber ascending to the summit,
I want to reach someday the place of beatitude.
So let's keep on walking,
Because we are the children of the journey.

I hear a voice,
From beyond the sky that stopped crying.
I am waiting for you.’

The audience cheered, and Lucille’s missiles went off again. Once he’d conferred with his assistant, the Judge grabbed the microphone, and said, “NOW, OUR TWO WINNERS FOR THE MALE VOCALISTS ARE…SPEEDY CERVICHE AND GUIDO ANCHOVY!!! FOR THE FEMALES…POLLY ESTHER AND LUCILLE OMITSU!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!” Speedy pulled Polly into a passionate embrace, and so did Guido with Lucille. They headed up to claim their prize, which was a new television set. Guido walked Lucille home, after they left the carnival, while Speedy and Polly headed on back to the Pizza Parlor.

Prisoners’ Island…

Cheese was munching on some potato chips, while Jerry supervised the Ninja Crows, who were currently working on the robot’s main systems. Four of them were pulling a raft in, which was carrying a heavy crate full of ammo for the weapons, namely the shotguns, the bazookas, and the head-mounted machine guns. Jerry said, “Be careful with that, you twits! If you mess this up, the boss will blast all of us clear across the ocean!” One of the Ninja Crows said, “Don’t worry, Mr. Atrick, we’ve got it under control…” Just as he said that, the raft carrying the crate hit some submerged rocks, broke apart, and sank, taking the crate with it. The Ninja Crows all said, “Uh-oh…” in unison. Jerry turned around, and asked, “What are you yo-yo’s doing…where’s the crate?” One Ninja Crow said, “Uhm…ha-ha…you see…it’s..uh..” Jerry saw bits of the raft floating on the surface of the water, and shouted, “NICE GOING, YOU DIMWITTED FEATHERDUSTERS!! WE'LL BE LUCKY IF WE GET OFF THIS ISLAND BEFORE I END UP IN THE RETIREMENT HOME!!!” Cheese heard the ruckus, and said, “Which one of you idiots messed up this time?!” The Ninja Crows all began pointing at one another, and saying, “HE DID IT!!!” Cheese screamed, “DO YOU IDIOTS KNOW HOW FAR THIS IS GONNA SET US BACK?!” One of the Ninja Crows muttered, “Not as far back as you are. If your brain was any more primitive, you’d still be in the Stone Age…oops…” Cheese shouted, “ARE YOU SAYING THAT I'M EVEN DUMBER THAN PRINCE CHARLES?!!! AAARRRGGGHHH!!!” He exploded, and Jerry said, “You dimwitted worm-munchers! Everything was going perfectly, until you goofed up and sank the boss’s crate, not to mention that you HAD to make him blow up again. If you’re going to make jokes about him, do it when he’s out of earshot…even though…between you and me…he’s so stupid, he couldn’t lead ants to a picnic.” He turned around, and saw Cheese standing there, with his face starting to turn red again. Jerry stammered, “Uhm…Cheesy…I didn’t mean it…it slipped…please try and control yourself…” Cheese screamed, “DID YOU JUST SAY THAT I’M DUMBER THAN ANGELINA JOLIE?!” Jerry muttered, “Not to mention twice as ugly as Michael Jackson…oh no…”Cheese shouted, “JERRY…I’M GETTING ANGRY…VERY…VERY…ANGRY!!! AAARRRGGGHHH!!!” He blew up again, and Jerry got blasted into a tree. He said, “Maybe I should think about finding another line of work, before he blasts me into an early grave…ugh…” Cheese tripped and fell over into the sand, and said, “Once the world stops spinning, I’ll be the absolute ruler of Little Tokyo…oh look…I see pretty birdies, stars, and rainbows…ugh…” Cheese was unconscious seconds later, and the Ninja Crows began to rig a crane together out of vines, so that they could raise the sunken ammo crate, along with the boxes of supplies.

[Razgriz27]

Thanks for the apology, and there's no hard feelings.


Here's Chapter Seven:


Speedy and Polly: A Match Made In Heaven

Story by: Phoenix710&Merigirl

Disclaimer: Neither Merigirl nor I claim any rights whatsoever to Samurai Pizza Cats, or to any of the characters associated with the series. Samurai Pizza Cats, and all associated characters, are registered trademarks of Saban.

Chapter Seven: Don’t Mess With Speedy!

On Prisoners’ Island, it was a scene of utter chaos, as Cheese was currently going ballistic on the Ninja Crows for losing the crate full of weapons, ammunition, and other supplies for their robot. “WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU COULDN’T FETCH THE DAMN CRATE OUT OF THE OCEAN?!?! DO YOU IDIOTS HAVE ANY IDEA WHAT THAT MEANS?!?!” Cheese screamed at the top of his lungs to the Ninja Crows. “I SERIOUSLY HOPE THAT ALL OF YOU LIKE THIS PLACE, CAUSE WE’RE GONNA BE HERE FOR ANOTHER FEW MONTHS!!!! CAN’T YOU MORONS DO ANYTHING RIGHT?!?!”
“We tried Cheese, we tried! But we couldn’t get the crate out of the water!”
Jerry cleared his throat, and said, “Oh, ya couldn’t get the crate out of the water…oh, pardon me, gentlemen…but if I remember correctly…..WHO KNOCKED IT INTO THE WATER IN THE FIRST PLACE?!?! DO YOU THINK I’M AN IDIOT?!?! THANKS TO YOU WE’RE STUCK HERE FOR GOD KNOWS HOW LONG!!!”
“Well this nitwit tripped me while I was holding the crate!” one of the Ninja Crows said, pointing to the Crow that was closest to him.
“Me?! YOU got in my way when I was holding some guns!” he replied.
“That’s right, blame someone else!” a third said. “If you both would keep your mind on what we’re doing..”
“OH, really? Look who’s talking, you’re always drifting off, I bumped into you..”
“Yeah, I bumped into you as well, I tripped over your foot..”
“QUIET!!! YOU DIMWITS, YOU HORRID BRAIN DEAD JERKS!!” Jerry said. “All of you are to blame for this! No thanks to you, God knows how long we’re going to be here while we smuggle in more parts!”
“Well, this jerk did this..
“Me? It was you..”
“No way, it was you..”
“ENOUGH, YOU IMBICILES!!! I’VE HAD IT!!! YOU’RE ALL GIVING ME A HEADACHE!!! I NEED ASPIRIN!!!! ARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRGH!!!”
“Look out!”, Jerry called out, as he and the Ninjas dove for cover…just in time for Cheese to blow. “Actually, for you to get your tantrum out of the way so early….I’m relieved…I really am.”
“Arrgh…just wait until I get Tokyo in the palm of my hand….has anyone seen my hand?” He said, just before he fell over.

Back in Little Tokyo…

A few weeks later, Speedy was in his bedroom counting out the money he had saved up so far. For the past few weeks, he had been saving one third of his weekly pay in the false bottom of the top drawer of his dresser. The dresser had been a gift from his Dad when he left to be a Samurai, and the top drawer was specially designed with the false bottom to keep important things in…like this money he had stored. He counted it twice. OK, almost there. Hopefully just another few weeks and he should have just enough. He gathered up the money and put it back in the false bottom, and then he got ready for the new day.

The restaurant was full to bursting that day, to the obvious delight of Francine, who liked nothing better than busy days! She ran over to pick up the ringing phone. “Samurai Pizza Cats, home of the hot and spicy. OK, will do. Polly, I need a jumbo sausage and pepperoni.”
“Coming right up,” Polly said, starting to make it.
“Hey there, Nephew!” a loud voice came just then from the front door. Speedy turned fast to see his Uncle Irving and Aunt Lydia come through the door.
“Uncle Irving! Aunt Lydia!”, he cried, rushing over to hug them.
“Hi, Speedy!” Irving said, hugging his nephew. Polly rushed over to hug them as well.
“Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Cerviche!”
“Oh, you’re a grown-up now Dear, you can call us Irving and Lydia,” Irving said, as Lydia hugged Polly.
“I didn’t know you were coming!”, Polly said happily.
“Well, we were doing some shopping downtown, and we thought we may as well pop in and say hi!”
“Hi. Come in, have a seat, can we get you anything?”, Speedy asked. Irving and Lydia sat in a nearby booth.
“Can we get a menu?”
“Of course!” Speedy said, grabbing one and getting them both some sodas.
“Hey, Speedy,” Francine said, “The pizza is ready to be delivered to the North end.”
“OK, got it,” Speedy took the pizza and went over to Polly, kissing her gently. “Be right back. I love you, Kitten.”
“I love you, Pussycat. Hurry back my Charming Samurai,” Polly kissed him again, to the shock of several nearby customers.
“What the…”, one muttered.
“I wouldn’t believe this if I didn’t just see it,” his friend said.
“Correct me if I’m wrong, but isn’t this the same guy she used to argue with a lot?”
“Yeah, and didn’t she even say she DIDN’T like him cause he’s too goofy? Now she’s all over him, making out with him, can‘t get enough of him?! Come ON, from what I saw, he’s still goofy…and he ain’t even all that handsome! Geez, what happened to not liking goofy guys?”
His friend snickered. “If ya ask me this is all out of pity anyway. I mean, he DID just save all of us from this Comet, this is more than likely her way of thanking him. Why else would she go out with a goofy short clown like that?” He snickered, but he noticed his friend didn’t join in. In fact, he was looking over his shoulder with a pale white face. “What?” The first customer asked.
His friend cleared his throat. “Oh…hi, Polly…” He said slowly he turned around and saw Polly staring at him, holding a frying pan against the palm of her hand. The look she was giving both of them would have melted glass.
”Do you have some sort of problem?”, She asked in a murderously calm voice.
“Uh…” the customer stuttered.
“Did you just insult my boyfriend?!”, she asked fiercely.
“Uh..”
“Listen,” Polly said, in a murderous tone that grew angrier and louder. I don’t know why you had to butt into something that’s none of your business!!! How dare you..” she began. “How DARE YOU?! Look, this isn’t even ABOUT you! It’s about ME and SPEEDY, and we have NOTHING to prove to any of you, got it?! You have to be lower than dirt, saying things like that about my Speedy..”
“YOUR Speedy? You loved to fight with him before, and now all of a sudden he’s ’your Speedy‘?!”
“YES!!! I happen to be in love with him, and he loves me! Now, you better concentrate on getting your own lives, and staying OUT of ours, so we can get on with our relationship!”
“Hah, it’ll never last, those two are like night and day..” his friend couldn’t stop whispering.
“Yeah, who wants a twit like him anyway?”
“WHAT DID YOU SAY?!?!” Polly said, coming at them. “DID YOU JUST CALL MY BOYFRIEND A TWIT?!?! HOW DARE YOU, YOU DON’T KNOW HIM! WHERE DO YOU GET THE RIGHT TO SAY ANY OF THOSE THINGS?!?! I OUGHT TA GIVE YA SOMETHING RIGHT NOW JUST FOR THAT!!! YOU LISTEN YOU JERK..SPEEDY HAPPENS BE OF MORE WORTH THAN EITHER ONE OF YOU TWO RIGHT NOW!!! HE’S KIND, SWEET, DECENT AND CARING..IN OTHER WORDS…THE POLAR OPPOSITE OF BOTH OF YOU!!! YOU’D BETTER APOLOGIZE RIGHT NOW, OR I’LL MAKE YA!!”
“For telling the truth? Hey, face it, Polly, he’s an idiot! I don’t know what you see in him….”
That did it.
Forgetting that she was in a restaurant, she grabbed the punk by his neck, threw him onto the floor, and pummled him mercilessly about the body. “He’s not a twit and I’ll make ya sorry you ever said that!!! You do NOT call my Speedy names!!!!”
“But come on, he is kinda short..”
“SO WHAT AND WHO CARES!!!! FROM HERE HE LOOKS JUST FINE! IN MY EYES HE’S THE MOST HANDSOME CAT IN ALL OF LITTLE TOKYO!! IF I EVER CATCH YOU MAKING FUN OF HIM AGAIN..”
“Hey, I call them like I see them…”
“SHUT THE HELL UP!!!!” She then flung him out of the restaurant with all her might as his friend ran out after him. She brushed her hands together satisfactorily….and her eyes fell upon the shocked faces of Irving and Lydia! Speedy had come back by then and was staring with shock as well. “OH my God! “Polly gasped. “Oh..I just made a fool of myself in front of Speedy’s Aunt and Uncle! OH..oh no! They must think I’m some sort of crazy loon!!” Her face turned as red as her hair, and she raced outside.

Polly sat upon one of the outside tables with her arms folded, trying to hide, knowing it wouldn’t do any good anyway. God, she was so embarrassed! She knew her temper was bad, but to blow up in front of her boyfriend’s family?! They must think she was bipolar, or too hot, or cold-hearted! They might be afraid of her, which as the LAST thing she wanted!
She felt a hand on her shoulder and turned to see the concerned face of her boyfriend. “Speedy, I’m sorry,” she said. “I didn’t mean to embarrass you in front of your Aunt and Uncle, and I don’t blame you if you are!” She felt as if her heart was shattered. This was it- it was all over. Her damn temper had destroyed the most magical relationship of her life! “I..I just couldn’t let that arrogant jerk talk about you like that! I completely forgot your family was here, and I know they’re probably embarrassed having to witness that….”
“Polly,” Speedy said. “Hold it.”
She looked up at Speedy’s face. He was…grinning? Speedy put his hands on her shoulders and gazed into her eyes. “Polly, I don’t want you to apologize. I’m not mad at you, and Uncle Irving and Aunt Lydia aren’t embarrassed at all. In fact, they’re proud of what you did. I was just shocked that that jerk could say things like that. He doesn’t know us! Who is he to say that what we have isn’t real?”
“I just want you to hear me say this, Speedy. I’m NOT dating you out of pity. That’s the furthest thing from my mind.”
“I know,” Speedy said softly. “Believe me, I’d never believe what anyone says over what my heart tells me about you.” Speedy pulled her into his arms.”I’m not embarrassed by what happened. Your temper is just part of you. I don’t mind it, I’m used to it. I’m honored you would defend what we have!” Polly sighed with happiness, thanking God she found the most caring, understanding Cat in all of Tokyo. “I love you, Polly,” he whispered. “Unconditionally.”
Polly looked up. “I love you, too.”
“Come here,” Speedy said, pulling Polly into his arms, his lips finding hers in a tender kiss that started soft and gradually built in passion. At that moment Polly’s heart was full to bursting and she wrapped her arms around Speedy’ s neck as the kisses got deeper and deeper, his arms circled her back, caressing her shoulders, running down her sides, until they lost all track of where they were. For one of the first times, Polly didn’t care that they were right outside the pizza parlor, making out in public. Customers shot them amused looks as they were going inside, but Polly didn’t care. She as with someone who truly, honestly, completely loved her.
They were startled apart by the sound of clapping. They looked up to see Irving and Lydia happily smiling and clapping for them.
“Hi, Dear,” Lydia smiled. “That was some speech you gave…”
“I didn’t mean to be so harsh in front of you..”
“Honey you don’t have to apologize for that, that little punk had it coming. If you hadn’t said something, I would’ve!” Irving said.
“Ya know, Dear, I don’t think you ever cease to amaze me!” Lydia smiled. “In fact I was proud you did that! I wanted to tell everyone there what great taste my nephew has!”
“Isn’t that the truth?” Speedy said, looking at Polly with pure love.

[Crow]

As an apology to my earlier rude post, I thought I'd post some Speedy+Polly fan-favour.  As we all know you love it.

You were doing so good. But you had to wuss out and apologize for doing nothing wrong except making me laugh my tail feathers off. You can't give in to your words, no matter what people think of them.

~Burkey