Fan Fiction ❯ The Dwayne Wayne Chronicles ❯ The Dwayne Wayne Chronicles-Ch. 8 ( Chapter 8 )
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By: Showstopper 
The Gauntlet along with Dwayne and Tammy celebrating their engagement with Creaig and Robert along with their girlfriends with a mysterious character watching the group.
Anime/Manga: Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Adventure / Action | Type: Other | Uploaded On: 07.30.2003 | Updated On: 07.30.2003 | Pages: 3 | Words: 3.4K | Visits: 146 | Status: Completed
The Gauntlet along with Dwayne and Tammy celebrating their engagement with Creaig and Robert along with their girlfriends with a mysterious character watching the group.
Anime/Manga: Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Adventure / Action | Type: Other | Uploaded On: 07.30.2003 | Updated On: 07.30.2003 | Pages: 3 | Words: 3.4K | Visits: 146 | Status: Completed
Dwayne Wayne Chronicles-Ch 8
Malcolm-Jamal Helmsley sat on his bed and thought about The Gauntlet. His freedom, Willie's freedom and five others depended on how entertaining the event would be. Malcolm was slightly disgusted that he needed to have people basically beat or kill each other to ensure freedom. He was anxious that for some reason this wouldn't work. Then again, he shouldn't be worried. Willie had the brilliant idea to have the matches in a 15-foot high-enclosed steel cage. The fighters would come in with a weapon chosen at random. The only way a person could win was by submission or death.
Malcolm smiled slightly as he thought about Willie. At first, he didn't like Willie very much. However, Willie has shown that's he's a very charismatic and intelligent individual. In fact, meeting Willie was the only good part of being locked up in a hellhole like The Cauldron. Malcolm was also looking forward to talking with some v.i.p's in the booth today. While Willie wasintelligent, he needed to talk to someone else.
Scruggs rapped his nightstick against the bars of the cell, getting Willie up from his slumber. Scruggs said, "I see you're already up, Malcolm. I'd just like to say that I think this idea you and Willie came up with is ill. I get goose bumps just thinking about how violent this will be."
Malcolm smirked and said, "I'm glad you feel that way."
Willie stretched and said, "I was dreaming that a big breasted, big booty ho was riding me. Instead, I wake up to your pock-marked face."
Scruggs frowned and said, "I love you, too. If you guys are still here in a couple of weeks, I'm going to beat the shit out of you guys for the smack
talking."
Willie rolled his eyes and said, "Oh joy." Scruggs walked away to wake up the other prisoners.
Malcolm shook his head and said, "You shouldn't talk shit like that to him."
Willie snorted, "This from the man who questioned Scruggs's sexuality a month ago."
Malcolm replied, "Point taken, it's just that you're my ace. I don't want you to take a ass-whooping that you can avoid."
"Thanks for looking out, but I'm sure that we'll be out of here in a couple of weeks so I'll talk shit to him if I want to."
Malcolm smiled, "Is there anything you want me to ask the v.i.p in the booth?"
Willie smiled and said, "I want a big ham and cheese sandwich along with two hoes, one Asian and one Black."
Malcolm smirked and said, "Consider it done."
"Are you worried?"
Malcolm scoffed, "Hell yeah I'm worried and Scruggs's statement didn't make me feel better."
Willie said, "Yeah, I'm worried too but we have to think positive. Besides, if this doesn't work the plan with the v.i.p should get us out."
Malcolm said, "True."
Willie said, "Listen and there is something I have to tell you."
Malcolm looked quizzically at Willie, "What?"
"When I first saw you, I didn't like you very much. You were a whiny, arrogant little bitch. You kept on talking about getting out of here so much I wanted to kill you. As time went on, I found that you were still whiny and arrogant."
Malcolm frowned and answered, "Gee, thanks for the kind words."
Willie remarked, "I'm not finished yet. You've earned my respect with your performance in The Gauntlet. The way you talk to other people is amazing. It's like you're a force of nature or something."
Malcolm smiled and replied, "Thanks."
"You're welcome. I guess what I'm saying is that I'm honored to be your partner."
Malcolm's eyes started to water and Willie said, "C'mon man, don't get mushy on me."
Malcolm wiped his eyes and said, "Okay, I'll see you after The Gauntlet." Malcolm jumped off his bed and went to get ready for the day.
Electricity pulsated through the air of The Cauldron. Usually, the prison felt like it was full of death and despair. However, prisoners walked with an extra sense of purpose today. Guards did their jobs with smiles on their faces. An aura of hope filled the prison as The Gauntlet approached.
Scruggs stood in the middle of the 15-foot enclosed steel cage with a microphone. Scruggs looked at the prisoners' unrestrained revelry and felt goose bumps rise on his arms. The crowd fell silent as Scruggs raised his hand. Scruggs put the microphone to his lips and bellowed, "FIGHT!" Two men and an official stepped into the cage. One man held a metal pipe and the other man held a 2 by 4 wooden board.
The official said, "Okay, Big Boi and Spider. You guys know what to do, now I want to see some blood."
Big Boi was 6"5, with black skin, dreadlocks and a very muscular build. Spider was 5"10 with white hair, a lean build and pasty white skin. Big Boi looked at his opponent with unbridled hatred, considering that Spider has been one of his worst enemies in The Cauldron. The bastard had cut him in the stomach and sliced one of his lungs. Spider looked at Big Boi with a blasé expression. He figured that he could play on Big Boi's hatred and pounce on a critical mistake.
Big Boi started the match by swinging at Spider with the pipe. Spider dodged the swing and hit Big Boi in the side with the 2 by 4. Big Boi shrugged off the blow and countered with a strike to Spider's stomach. Spider doubled over in pain from the stomach attack from Big Boi. Big Boi followed up with a smash to Spider's back. Spider crumbled to the mat in pain. Big Boi continued to bash Spider with the pipe, yelling out "What's my name?" Blood spurted profusely from Spider's body as he continued to whale away at Spider's body. The official in the ring tried to stop Big Boi's assault on Spider's motionless body.
Big Boi turned around and hit the official with the bloody pipe. Scruggs unlocked the cage, ran inside and shot Big Boi with a tranquilizer. Big Boi looked at Scruggs in disgust. Scruggs emptied six more tranquilizer shots into Big Boi and Big Boi finally fell to the ground. Scruggs and two other guards picked him up and carried him away. The other prisoners went absolutely crazy at this display of rage from Big Boi.
The second match had two friends going against each other, Flea and Waterbug. Flea was 4"2 with red hair, a light build, white skin, brown eyes, and tattoos all over his body. Waterbug was 5"0 with a mop of curly black hair, oily Italian skin, black eyes and a pudgy build. Flea and Waterbug were equipped with brass knuckles and a switchblade, respectively. Flea and Waterbug shook hands in the cage before starting the match. Flea clocked Waterbug in the jaw with the brass knuckles. Waterbug growled and stabbed Flea in his shoulder. Flea hissed in pain and hit Waterbug in the stomach with the brass knuckles. The air rushed out of Waterbug as he dropped the switchblade. Flea picked up the knife and stabbed Waterbug in the kidney. Waterbug's eyes widened in pain as Flea whipped Waterbug into a side of the cold steel cage. Waterbug screamed as the metal tore through his wound. Waterbug was stuck to the metal due to his flesh wound and Flea unleashed a flurry of punches to the wound with the brass knuckles. Flea pulled Waterbug off the wall and threw him to the ground. Waterbug was bleeding profusely as Flea licked the blood from the knife. Flea kicked him in the wound with the point of his boot, forcing Waterbug to spit up blood. Flea said, "It's over." Flea drove the knife as far as he could into the wound. Waterbug's eyes grew unfocused as he died in a pool of his own blood. Flea beat his chest as some guards disposed of Waterbug's corpse.
The third match pitted Snake Eyes against Barracuda. Snake Eyes wore a black mask with gray eyes peering out. He had a wiry build and was 6"0. Snake Eyes never wanted anyone to see his face, hence the mask. Barracuda was 6"3 with black hair cut in a Mohawk. He had green eyes and was built like a barrel. Snakeyes threw his machete down and crooked his finger at Barracuda, beckoning him to attack. Barracuda shrugged and swung at him with his baseball bat. Unfortunately, he only caught air. Barracuda looked in puzzlement as Snake Eyes tapped him on the shoulder. Barracuda turned around and Snake Eyes
chopped him in the neck. Barracuda fell to the ground unconscious. Snake Eyes closed his eyes and visions of all of the men and women he'd killed fluttered in his mind. Snake Eyes smiled under his mask as a gray flame enveloped his body. Snake Eyes opened his eyes and touched Barracuda on his chest. Barracuda's flesh burned in black fire. Soon, there was nothing left but bones. The crowd, which was boisterous throughout the event, became silent at Snake Eyes power. Scruggs looked at Snake Eyes with awe and stepped into the cage.
Scruggs said, "We're going to have a short intermission with some of the greatest stars in adult entertainment dancing for your enjoyment."
The prisoners cheered as Jasmine St. Clare, Jenna Jameson, Chasey Lain, and Leanna Heart walked into the cage and started dancing.
Malcolm watched the girls shaking their bodies and was aroused. He hadn't seen a woman in a long time. A young woman tapped him on the shoulder and said, "I understand that you and your friend are responsible for this spectacle."
Malcolm turned around and saw a slightly overweight Spanish woman, about 5"3 with shoulder length black hair and blue eyes dressed in a black business suit. Malcolm smiled and said, "Yes, I am. Well, Willie Wayne and myself. What's your name?"
"My name is Juanita Rodriguez."
"Nice to meet you, Juanita." replied Malcolm.
"Same here." replied Juanita.
"Are you enjoying The Gauntlet?" asked Malcolm with a slight smile.
Juanita smiled and answered, "Yes, I am enjoying it very much."
Malcolm said, "What's a beautiful, cultured woman like yourself doing here."
"Well, Mr. Helmsley. I'm here because I like to see human drama. Besides that, I need strong men to help me in my goal."
Malcolm's eyebrow raised at this statement. The prisoner asked, "What goal is that?"
"I want to take over Mexico. My native country has been under substandard rule for too long."
Malcolm whistled, "That's a pretty big goal."
Juanita said with fervor, "Yes it is, but I won't rest until Mexico is free of the current government. From what I've seen today these men will help me achieve my goal."
"Ms. Rodriguez, I'm sure you understand why I'm here." replied Malcolm.
"Yes, the warden told me about the circumstances."
"Good, if this doesn't get higher ratings I'm stuck here."
"Don't be that way, Mr. Helmsley. I'm sure you this will get better ratings and you and your friends will get out of here. I have a proposition for you."
"What is that?" asked Malcolm.
"Well, when you guys get out of here I would like you guys to come with me to Mexico."
"I think I speak for everyone when I saw that your offer sounds great. We'll talk about pay and all of the other stuff when we get released."
"Then we have a deal, Mr. Helmsley." replied Juanita as she held her hand out.
Malcolm shook her hand and said, "Oh, it's been a long time since my friends and I have had female companionship. My partner would also like a big ham and cheese sandwich when we get out."
Juanita smiled, "Consider it done. I'll have a special surprise for you."
Malcolm smiled, "I can't wait."
"The intermission is over, enjoy the rest of your stay."
Malcolm said, "I will."
Juanita walked away from Malcolm and sat next to the warden and other people in the booth. Malcolm thought that this went great. Juanita looked at Malcolm and thought that Malcolm would definitely by worthy to be her man. He was intelligent and sounded like he had taste compared to the men she had been with before.
The fourth match pitted Cobra against Cloudscraper. Cobra was 5"8 with red hair, blue eyes, a slight tan with a stocky build. Cloudscraper was 6"10 with a bald head, a eyepatch on one eye, white skin, and a muscular build. Cobra looked at Cloudscraper and thought his ass was going to get beat down like never before. Cloudscraper spit in Cobra's face. Cobra ran up to Cloudscraper and hit him in the knee with his nightstick. Cloudscraper fell to one knee in pain. Cobra dropped his nunchucks and fell to one knee in pain. Cobra swung the nightstick at Cloudscraper's face. Cloudscraper grabbed Cobra's wrist and broke it with one hand. Cobra screamed as Cloudscraper rose to his feet and grabbed his neck. Cloudscraper's face turned red in anger as held slowly raised Cobra into the air, crushing his neck with one hand. Cobra's body twisted in agony from Cloudscraper's iron grip as he put more pressure on his neck. When Cobra's body stopped kicking, Cloudscraper threw him on the mat in disgust. Cloudscraper glared as the guards took out the carcass. Cloudscraper yelled and walked out of the cage.
The final competitors were Thunder and Hurricane. Thunder was 5"1 with brown hair, blue eyes, white skin, and a light build. Hurricane was 5"3 with a afro, a pecan complexion, brown eyes and a stocky build. Hurricane charged at Thunder with his dagger, but Thunder sidestepped and hit him in the stomach with his mace. Blood spurted from the wound as Hurricane fell to the ground. Thunder stood over him ready to deliver the finishing blow, but Hurricane managed to throw his dagger into Thunder's chest. Hurricane's eyes showed disbelief at his fate as he fell in front of Thunder and died. Hurricane couldn't move due to the stomach wound, but he raised his hand in triumph as the guars came to get him some medical attention. He wanted to close his eyes, but he was never one to show weakness to anyone.
Malcolm watched as Thunder raised his hands in victory. The men that survived would definitely be worthy allies.
Juanita remarked to Malcolm, "It's looks like you and your friends will be getting out of here and start working for me."
Malcolm said, "We're looking forward to it."
The warden looked at Malcolm and said, "This was one of the greatest spectacles I've ever seen in my life."
Malcolm said, "I'm glad you were entertained." A guard came up to Malcolm and said, "Let's go, Malcolm." Malcolm said, "Of course." The guard led Malcolm back to his cell.
Willie and Malcolm exchanged a high five and whooped in joy. Willie smiled and crowed, "We're out of this bitch."
Malcolm said, "Yeah, and I've already got us lined up with a job when we get out of here."
Willie asked, "With who?"
Malcolm shrugged and answered, "A chick named Juanita Rodriguez. She wants to take over Mexico."
Willie looked at Malcolm with disdain, "Hey man, I was hoping we would go back to New Wales and fight Big Money and his crew. I also wanted to get back at my son for being such a bastard."
"Listen, we need money and stuff. Besides, we shouldn't go right back to the scene of the crime right away anyway. I always wanted to rule a country."
Willie smirked, "Now I get it, we'll double cross her when we help her take over the country."
"Exactly, then we go on and spread the good word all over the world. Believe me, we'll go back and crush Big Money and his friends. On top of that, you'll get your revenge on your son."
Willie grumbled, "Okay." Malcolm and Willie went to sleep, exhausted after a long day.
Dwayne, Tammy, Creaig, Robert, Monica Johnson and Jessica Griffin were sitting a table in a McDonald's. Monica Johnson was about 6 feet with black hair, brown eyes, and a little extra meat to her frame. Monica was a fellow senior and had started going out with Creaig a week ago. Everyone could see that they were well matched, considering that they were both sarcastic and had a lot of the same interests. Jessica was Robert's latest girlfriend. Jessica was 5"5 with blond hair cut in a bob, green eyes and a very petite frame. Rob had been going out with her for a couple of weeks now. Dwayne couldn't see how those two could coexist. Jessica was very religious and Rob was like the antichrist. Dwayne was slightly annoyed at the lecture he got when he cussed during lunch a couple of days ago. But as he knew all too well, sex overcame common sense sometimes. Although there was no way Rob was getting anything from her. The six had gathered at McDonald's to celebrate Tammy and Dwayne's engagement.
Rob looked at Dwayne and said, "Congratulations, man. How is your grandma taking it?"
Dwayne smiled, "My grandma was down with it. I think she was glad that we decided to wait a year though."
Jessica chimed in with a slight look of disapproval, "I just can't believe that you two are going to get married. You guys aren't even out of high school yet. What are you going to do after graduation?"
Tammy said, "We're going to continue to work for PD and DP and they said that they were going to send us to another location to be determined."
Creaig asked, "No College for you two?"
Dwayne said, "Nope, we make more than enough as it is."
Robert said, "Cool. Tammy, how are your parents taking the news?"
Tammy said, "Well, my parents yelled a lot but they eventually decided to back down."
Dwayne smirked, "The only reason they agreed was because of the year thing."
Tammy smacked him on the back of the head and said, "Dammit, it was because of my superior debating skills."
Dwayne smiled and said, "You keep telling yourself that, sweetie." Tammy grumbled as Monica laughed with an impish grin on her face.
Monica remarked, "You two are already fighting like a married couple. I assume you two have already reached the honeymoon stage." Dwayne did a spit take and looked at Monica aghast.
Creaig groaned, "Monica, don't say shit like that." Jessica's face turned scarlet and the rest of the people at the table put their heads in their hands in shame. Monica shrugged, wrote something on a napkin and passed it to Tammy. Tammy looked at the napkin and wrote a reply to Monica. Monica smiled and whispered in Creaig's ear.
Creaig said, "We have an important engagement, so we'll see you later." Creaig and Monica ran out of McDonald's like they were on fire.
Dwayne whispered in Tammy's ear, "Do I really want to know?"
Tammy whispered in a husky voice, "You'll find out tonight." Dwayne smiled as the quartet continued to eat and talk in peace.
A light snow fell as a man stood outside watching the teenagers eat. He had a black-long sleeve shirt, with black pants, black boots, and black leather gloves. He was about 5"10 with a slender frame, bushy eyebrows, dirty blond hair and hazel eyes. The man lit a cigarette and thought about how he always liked this time of year. The air was crisp and clear. The chilly temperature fit his cold disposition. He usually didn't deal with superheroes, but his employer was paying him top dollar. Besides, it would definitely be a step up in his career. The man put his hands in his pockets and walked away.
End Ch. 8
Author's Notes
I basically stuck with everything I wanted to do. I hope people enjoyed The Gauntlet. It was hard writing 5 fight scenes and make up 10 people to participate in the scenes. I think I did a competent job at it. I'm sorry that you only saw Dwayne and co at the end, but I figured that this chapter would be devoted to Willie and Malcolm. The next chapter will reveal the mystery man and his employer. It'll also involve Creaig and his girl.
Peace, love, and hair grease
Showstopper
Malcolm-Jamal Helmsley sat on his bed and thought about The Gauntlet. His freedom, Willie's freedom and five others depended on how entertaining the event would be. Malcolm was slightly disgusted that he needed to have people basically beat or kill each other to ensure freedom. He was anxious that for some reason this wouldn't work. Then again, he shouldn't be worried. Willie had the brilliant idea to have the matches in a 15-foot high-enclosed steel cage. The fighters would come in with a weapon chosen at random. The only way a person could win was by submission or death.
Malcolm smiled slightly as he thought about Willie. At first, he didn't like Willie very much. However, Willie has shown that's he's a very charismatic and intelligent individual. In fact, meeting Willie was the only good part of being locked up in a hellhole like The Cauldron. Malcolm was also looking forward to talking with some v.i.p's in the booth today. While Willie wasintelligent, he needed to talk to someone else.
Scruggs rapped his nightstick against the bars of the cell, getting Willie up from his slumber. Scruggs said, "I see you're already up, Malcolm. I'd just like to say that I think this idea you and Willie came up with is ill. I get goose bumps just thinking about how violent this will be."
Malcolm smirked and said, "I'm glad you feel that way."
Willie stretched and said, "I was dreaming that a big breasted, big booty ho was riding me. Instead, I wake up to your pock-marked face."
Scruggs frowned and said, "I love you, too. If you guys are still here in a couple of weeks, I'm going to beat the shit out of you guys for the smack
talking."
Willie rolled his eyes and said, "Oh joy." Scruggs walked away to wake up the other prisoners.
Malcolm shook his head and said, "You shouldn't talk shit like that to him."
Willie snorted, "This from the man who questioned Scruggs's sexuality a month ago."
Malcolm replied, "Point taken, it's just that you're my ace. I don't want you to take a ass-whooping that you can avoid."
"Thanks for looking out, but I'm sure that we'll be out of here in a couple of weeks so I'll talk shit to him if I want to."
Malcolm smiled, "Is there anything you want me to ask the v.i.p in the booth?"
Willie smiled and said, "I want a big ham and cheese sandwich along with two hoes, one Asian and one Black."
Malcolm smirked and said, "Consider it done."
"Are you worried?"
Malcolm scoffed, "Hell yeah I'm worried and Scruggs's statement didn't make me feel better."
Willie said, "Yeah, I'm worried too but we have to think positive. Besides, if this doesn't work the plan with the v.i.p should get us out."
Malcolm said, "True."
Willie said, "Listen and there is something I have to tell you."
Malcolm looked quizzically at Willie, "What?"
"When I first saw you, I didn't like you very much. You were a whiny, arrogant little bitch. You kept on talking about getting out of here so much I wanted to kill you. As time went on, I found that you were still whiny and arrogant."
Malcolm frowned and answered, "Gee, thanks for the kind words."
Willie remarked, "I'm not finished yet. You've earned my respect with your performance in The Gauntlet. The way you talk to other people is amazing. It's like you're a force of nature or something."
Malcolm smiled and replied, "Thanks."
"You're welcome. I guess what I'm saying is that I'm honored to be your partner."
Malcolm's eyes started to water and Willie said, "C'mon man, don't get mushy on me."
Malcolm wiped his eyes and said, "Okay, I'll see you after The Gauntlet." Malcolm jumped off his bed and went to get ready for the day.
Electricity pulsated through the air of The Cauldron. Usually, the prison felt like it was full of death and despair. However, prisoners walked with an extra sense of purpose today. Guards did their jobs with smiles on their faces. An aura of hope filled the prison as The Gauntlet approached.
Scruggs stood in the middle of the 15-foot enclosed steel cage with a microphone. Scruggs looked at the prisoners' unrestrained revelry and felt goose bumps rise on his arms. The crowd fell silent as Scruggs raised his hand. Scruggs put the microphone to his lips and bellowed, "FIGHT!" Two men and an official stepped into the cage. One man held a metal pipe and the other man held a 2 by 4 wooden board.
The official said, "Okay, Big Boi and Spider. You guys know what to do, now I want to see some blood."
Big Boi was 6"5, with black skin, dreadlocks and a very muscular build. Spider was 5"10 with white hair, a lean build and pasty white skin. Big Boi looked at his opponent with unbridled hatred, considering that Spider has been one of his worst enemies in The Cauldron. The bastard had cut him in the stomach and sliced one of his lungs. Spider looked at Big Boi with a blasé expression. He figured that he could play on Big Boi's hatred and pounce on a critical mistake.
Big Boi started the match by swinging at Spider with the pipe. Spider dodged the swing and hit Big Boi in the side with the 2 by 4. Big Boi shrugged off the blow and countered with a strike to Spider's stomach. Spider doubled over in pain from the stomach attack from Big Boi. Big Boi followed up with a smash to Spider's back. Spider crumbled to the mat in pain. Big Boi continued to bash Spider with the pipe, yelling out "What's my name?" Blood spurted profusely from Spider's body as he continued to whale away at Spider's body. The official in the ring tried to stop Big Boi's assault on Spider's motionless body.
Big Boi turned around and hit the official with the bloody pipe. Scruggs unlocked the cage, ran inside and shot Big Boi with a tranquilizer. Big Boi looked at Scruggs in disgust. Scruggs emptied six more tranquilizer shots into Big Boi and Big Boi finally fell to the ground. Scruggs and two other guards picked him up and carried him away. The other prisoners went absolutely crazy at this display of rage from Big Boi.
The second match had two friends going against each other, Flea and Waterbug. Flea was 4"2 with red hair, a light build, white skin, brown eyes, and tattoos all over his body. Waterbug was 5"0 with a mop of curly black hair, oily Italian skin, black eyes and a pudgy build. Flea and Waterbug were equipped with brass knuckles and a switchblade, respectively. Flea and Waterbug shook hands in the cage before starting the match. Flea clocked Waterbug in the jaw with the brass knuckles. Waterbug growled and stabbed Flea in his shoulder. Flea hissed in pain and hit Waterbug in the stomach with the brass knuckles. The air rushed out of Waterbug as he dropped the switchblade. Flea picked up the knife and stabbed Waterbug in the kidney. Waterbug's eyes widened in pain as Flea whipped Waterbug into a side of the cold steel cage. Waterbug screamed as the metal tore through his wound. Waterbug was stuck to the metal due to his flesh wound and Flea unleashed a flurry of punches to the wound with the brass knuckles. Flea pulled Waterbug off the wall and threw him to the ground. Waterbug was bleeding profusely as Flea licked the blood from the knife. Flea kicked him in the wound with the point of his boot, forcing Waterbug to spit up blood. Flea said, "It's over." Flea drove the knife as far as he could into the wound. Waterbug's eyes grew unfocused as he died in a pool of his own blood. Flea beat his chest as some guards disposed of Waterbug's corpse.
The third match pitted Snake Eyes against Barracuda. Snake Eyes wore a black mask with gray eyes peering out. He had a wiry build and was 6"0. Snake Eyes never wanted anyone to see his face, hence the mask. Barracuda was 6"3 with black hair cut in a Mohawk. He had green eyes and was built like a barrel. Snakeyes threw his machete down and crooked his finger at Barracuda, beckoning him to attack. Barracuda shrugged and swung at him with his baseball bat. Unfortunately, he only caught air. Barracuda looked in puzzlement as Snake Eyes tapped him on the shoulder. Barracuda turned around and Snake Eyes
chopped him in the neck. Barracuda fell to the ground unconscious. Snake Eyes closed his eyes and visions of all of the men and women he'd killed fluttered in his mind. Snake Eyes smiled under his mask as a gray flame enveloped his body. Snake Eyes opened his eyes and touched Barracuda on his chest. Barracuda's flesh burned in black fire. Soon, there was nothing left but bones. The crowd, which was boisterous throughout the event, became silent at Snake Eyes power. Scruggs looked at Snake Eyes with awe and stepped into the cage.
Scruggs said, "We're going to have a short intermission with some of the greatest stars in adult entertainment dancing for your enjoyment."
The prisoners cheered as Jasmine St. Clare, Jenna Jameson, Chasey Lain, and Leanna Heart walked into the cage and started dancing.
Malcolm watched the girls shaking their bodies and was aroused. He hadn't seen a woman in a long time. A young woman tapped him on the shoulder and said, "I understand that you and your friend are responsible for this spectacle."
Malcolm turned around and saw a slightly overweight Spanish woman, about 5"3 with shoulder length black hair and blue eyes dressed in a black business suit. Malcolm smiled and said, "Yes, I am. Well, Willie Wayne and myself. What's your name?"
"My name is Juanita Rodriguez."
"Nice to meet you, Juanita." replied Malcolm.
"Same here." replied Juanita.
"Are you enjoying The Gauntlet?" asked Malcolm with a slight smile.
Juanita smiled and answered, "Yes, I am enjoying it very much."
Malcolm said, "What's a beautiful, cultured woman like yourself doing here."
"Well, Mr. Helmsley. I'm here because I like to see human drama. Besides that, I need strong men to help me in my goal."
Malcolm's eyebrow raised at this statement. The prisoner asked, "What goal is that?"
"I want to take over Mexico. My native country has been under substandard rule for too long."
Malcolm whistled, "That's a pretty big goal."
Juanita said with fervor, "Yes it is, but I won't rest until Mexico is free of the current government. From what I've seen today these men will help me achieve my goal."
"Ms. Rodriguez, I'm sure you understand why I'm here." replied Malcolm.
"Yes, the warden told me about the circumstances."
"Good, if this doesn't get higher ratings I'm stuck here."
"Don't be that way, Mr. Helmsley. I'm sure you this will get better ratings and you and your friends will get out of here. I have a proposition for you."
"What is that?" asked Malcolm.
"Well, when you guys get out of here I would like you guys to come with me to Mexico."
"I think I speak for everyone when I saw that your offer sounds great. We'll talk about pay and all of the other stuff when we get released."
"Then we have a deal, Mr. Helmsley." replied Juanita as she held her hand out.
Malcolm shook her hand and said, "Oh, it's been a long time since my friends and I have had female companionship. My partner would also like a big ham and cheese sandwich when we get out."
Juanita smiled, "Consider it done. I'll have a special surprise for you."
Malcolm smiled, "I can't wait."
"The intermission is over, enjoy the rest of your stay."
Malcolm said, "I will."
Juanita walked away from Malcolm and sat next to the warden and other people in the booth. Malcolm thought that this went great. Juanita looked at Malcolm and thought that Malcolm would definitely by worthy to be her man. He was intelligent and sounded like he had taste compared to the men she had been with before.
The fourth match pitted Cobra against Cloudscraper. Cobra was 5"8 with red hair, blue eyes, a slight tan with a stocky build. Cloudscraper was 6"10 with a bald head, a eyepatch on one eye, white skin, and a muscular build. Cobra looked at Cloudscraper and thought his ass was going to get beat down like never before. Cloudscraper spit in Cobra's face. Cobra ran up to Cloudscraper and hit him in the knee with his nightstick. Cloudscraper fell to one knee in pain. Cobra dropped his nunchucks and fell to one knee in pain. Cobra swung the nightstick at Cloudscraper's face. Cloudscraper grabbed Cobra's wrist and broke it with one hand. Cobra screamed as Cloudscraper rose to his feet and grabbed his neck. Cloudscraper's face turned red in anger as held slowly raised Cobra into the air, crushing his neck with one hand. Cobra's body twisted in agony from Cloudscraper's iron grip as he put more pressure on his neck. When Cobra's body stopped kicking, Cloudscraper threw him on the mat in disgust. Cloudscraper glared as the guards took out the carcass. Cloudscraper yelled and walked out of the cage.
The final competitors were Thunder and Hurricane. Thunder was 5"1 with brown hair, blue eyes, white skin, and a light build. Hurricane was 5"3 with a afro, a pecan complexion, brown eyes and a stocky build. Hurricane charged at Thunder with his dagger, but Thunder sidestepped and hit him in the stomach with his mace. Blood spurted from the wound as Hurricane fell to the ground. Thunder stood over him ready to deliver the finishing blow, but Hurricane managed to throw his dagger into Thunder's chest. Hurricane's eyes showed disbelief at his fate as he fell in front of Thunder and died. Hurricane couldn't move due to the stomach wound, but he raised his hand in triumph as the guars came to get him some medical attention. He wanted to close his eyes, but he was never one to show weakness to anyone.
Malcolm watched as Thunder raised his hands in victory. The men that survived would definitely be worthy allies.
Juanita remarked to Malcolm, "It's looks like you and your friends will be getting out of here and start working for me."
Malcolm said, "We're looking forward to it."
The warden looked at Malcolm and said, "This was one of the greatest spectacles I've ever seen in my life."
Malcolm said, "I'm glad you were entertained." A guard came up to Malcolm and said, "Let's go, Malcolm." Malcolm said, "Of course." The guard led Malcolm back to his cell.
Willie and Malcolm exchanged a high five and whooped in joy. Willie smiled and crowed, "We're out of this bitch."
Malcolm said, "Yeah, and I've already got us lined up with a job when we get out of here."
Willie asked, "With who?"
Malcolm shrugged and answered, "A chick named Juanita Rodriguez. She wants to take over Mexico."
Willie looked at Malcolm with disdain, "Hey man, I was hoping we would go back to New Wales and fight Big Money and his crew. I also wanted to get back at my son for being such a bastard."
"Listen, we need money and stuff. Besides, we shouldn't go right back to the scene of the crime right away anyway. I always wanted to rule a country."
Willie smirked, "Now I get it, we'll double cross her when we help her take over the country."
"Exactly, then we go on and spread the good word all over the world. Believe me, we'll go back and crush Big Money and his friends. On top of that, you'll get your revenge on your son."
Willie grumbled, "Okay." Malcolm and Willie went to sleep, exhausted after a long day.
Dwayne, Tammy, Creaig, Robert, Monica Johnson and Jessica Griffin were sitting a table in a McDonald's. Monica Johnson was about 6 feet with black hair, brown eyes, and a little extra meat to her frame. Monica was a fellow senior and had started going out with Creaig a week ago. Everyone could see that they were well matched, considering that they were both sarcastic and had a lot of the same interests. Jessica was Robert's latest girlfriend. Jessica was 5"5 with blond hair cut in a bob, green eyes and a very petite frame. Rob had been going out with her for a couple of weeks now. Dwayne couldn't see how those two could coexist. Jessica was very religious and Rob was like the antichrist. Dwayne was slightly annoyed at the lecture he got when he cussed during lunch a couple of days ago. But as he knew all too well, sex overcame common sense sometimes. Although there was no way Rob was getting anything from her. The six had gathered at McDonald's to celebrate Tammy and Dwayne's engagement.
Rob looked at Dwayne and said, "Congratulations, man. How is your grandma taking it?"
Dwayne smiled, "My grandma was down with it. I think she was glad that we decided to wait a year though."
Jessica chimed in with a slight look of disapproval, "I just can't believe that you two are going to get married. You guys aren't even out of high school yet. What are you going to do after graduation?"
Tammy said, "We're going to continue to work for PD and DP and they said that they were going to send us to another location to be determined."
Creaig asked, "No College for you two?"
Dwayne said, "Nope, we make more than enough as it is."
Robert said, "Cool. Tammy, how are your parents taking the news?"
Tammy said, "Well, my parents yelled a lot but they eventually decided to back down."
Dwayne smirked, "The only reason they agreed was because of the year thing."
Tammy smacked him on the back of the head and said, "Dammit, it was because of my superior debating skills."
Dwayne smiled and said, "You keep telling yourself that, sweetie." Tammy grumbled as Monica laughed with an impish grin on her face.
Monica remarked, "You two are already fighting like a married couple. I assume you two have already reached the honeymoon stage." Dwayne did a spit take and looked at Monica aghast.
Creaig groaned, "Monica, don't say shit like that." Jessica's face turned scarlet and the rest of the people at the table put their heads in their hands in shame. Monica shrugged, wrote something on a napkin and passed it to Tammy. Tammy looked at the napkin and wrote a reply to Monica. Monica smiled and whispered in Creaig's ear.
Creaig said, "We have an important engagement, so we'll see you later." Creaig and Monica ran out of McDonald's like they were on fire.
Dwayne whispered in Tammy's ear, "Do I really want to know?"
Tammy whispered in a husky voice, "You'll find out tonight." Dwayne smiled as the quartet continued to eat and talk in peace.
A light snow fell as a man stood outside watching the teenagers eat. He had a black-long sleeve shirt, with black pants, black boots, and black leather gloves. He was about 5"10 with a slender frame, bushy eyebrows, dirty blond hair and hazel eyes. The man lit a cigarette and thought about how he always liked this time of year. The air was crisp and clear. The chilly temperature fit his cold disposition. He usually didn't deal with superheroes, but his employer was paying him top dollar. Besides, it would definitely be a step up in his career. The man put his hands in his pockets and walked away.
End Ch. 8
Author's Notes
I basically stuck with everything I wanted to do. I hope people enjoyed The Gauntlet. It was hard writing 5 fight scenes and make up 10 people to participate in the scenes. I think I did a competent job at it. I'm sorry that you only saw Dwayne and co at the end, but I figured that this chapter would be devoted to Willie and Malcolm. The next chapter will reveal the mystery man and his employer. It'll also involve Creaig and his girl.
Peace, love, and hair grease
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