Title: 24/7 Category: Alt, V, HR, DBN Archievers: Sure! Just tell me Date: Febuary 28, 2000 synopsis: the Quest team take a break from saving the world, and go to a popular comedy club. But there is an unscheduled change of events at the club and they end up getting a little dance practice. *BEWARE!!! this writer is in a very sappy mood if you know what I mean...* "So tell me why are we going here again?" Mishelle Taylor Jenks asked for the hundredth time as she poked her tossled head of brown hair into the front section of the van where Hadji Singh sat in the driver's seat and Jessie Bannon sat in the passenger's seat. "Shelle, its Robin Williams doing stand up! I absolutely refuse to miss that!!" Jessie protested as Travis added his 'yeah!' in the background. The eight adolescents were cramped in the Quest's black Ford Expedition as they drove down the highway to the Crocodile Club, where renowned comedian, Robin Williams was performing on a one night only show. It was also a well deserved break from their globe trotting missions and vacations. A night to just relax, laugh a lot, and take a break of their vacations which ended up in perils of danger. "I think dog face here is just afraid that she's going to be made fun of at the club," Jonny grinned evilly from the back seat where he was seated in between Travis Crenshaw and Claudette Monchier. "Shut up bleach head, its you who should be afraid that you won't even make it to the club at the rate your going," Mishelle retorted back as she turned and stuck her tongue out at Jonny. "Very mature Mishelle," Jonny sarcastically answered back. "Oh bite me," she hissed back. "I don't think I have insurance for stomach poisoning," he replied automatically. "Guys guys, RELAX!!!!" Travis interrupted the usual bickering from the two. "Lets try and get along tonight, or if not, just manage not to kill each other till we get back into the car after the show is over." "Just make him stop getting on my nerves," the brunette growled as she turned her back and leaned on the car seat. Jonny looked at Travis and mouthed, "Whats bothering her?" Travis shrugged in uncertaintity. The brunette had been edgy and irritable the whole week. They all thought maybe it was just that time of the month, but Jonny suspected it was something else. Mishelle stared out the window in silence. She didn't really feel like laughing tonight, nor any other night either. Today was the day Michael was buried. The whole week she had been trying to forget about it, trying her best not to remember, but little was accomplished. Going on different missions and assignments kept her busy, busy enough so she wouldn't have to think and remember. But at times like this, there was too much free time...too much time to stop and think, and remember the pain. But she didn't want to drag everyone down with her, they were all happy for a real break. Maybe Robin Williams could take her mind of Michael for a little while again... "We're here! Everyone out!" Hadji called out loud as the car slowed to a stop inside the parking lot of the Crocodile Club. It was a chilly winter night and all eight of them huddled together making their way into the crowded club. It was packed as they were led to a table near the dance floor. Candles illuminated the room as everyone anticipated for Robin William's arrival. The dance floor was temporarily filled with people dancing while the regular band played some tunes. Suddenly, the club manager came on stage and the music stopped. "I'm sorry ladies and gentlemen," he began, "but Robin Williams will not be able to make it tonight to the Crocodile Club. He just called to say that he is suffering from food poisoning and extends his sincerest apologies..." The place errupted in a mass of groans but the manager wasn't done yet. "But, we do have another very special guest in store for you. A native of Indianapolis, Indiana...lets welcome Kevon Edmonds!!!" There was a sudden applause as the singer made his way up to the stage followed by his band behind him. Kevon Edmonds, walks upfront and takes the mic as the room hushes down. "I know you all were looking forward to seeing Robin Williams tonight, but I hope that we can still entertain y'all," he smiled sincerely. "I don't have any jokes, but I do have some songs..." The audience laughed and cheered as Kevon grinned and took a small bow. "This song is called 24/7, and its for all you couples out there," he said as he cued the lead guitar to start playing. Music filled the room, as the audience silenced and were mesmerized in its melody. ~@~@~@~@~@ -Baby it's no mystery You're bringing out the best in me And though I've been in love before I've never had the kind of love that made me feel secure I never thought that give and take Mentality was right for me, hmm You made me open up and see That it's for real And there's no other place I'd rather be "Tai-Lee, will you do me the honor of having this dance?" Hadji suddenly said as he stood up and offered his hand to the surprised Tai-Lee Natsume who smiled shyly as her cheeks changed into a crimson shade. She took his hands and cofidently said, "Yes." The remainding six watched in awestruck as Hadji led Tai-Lee to the dance floor. Their jaws hit the floor as Tai-Lee rested her head on Hadji's shoulder. Jonny was about to say something when Bryce gathered up his courage and tapped Jessie on the shoulder. "Jess, do you wanna dance?" the dark haired twin asked her nervously. Jessie's face broke into a wide grin as she replied, "Thought you'd never ask!!" The two stood up and followed Hadji and Tai-Lee to the dance floor. -I think about you all the time 24-7 babe The love I have inside for you Is more than any words can say Thanking God on bended knee We'll always be together babe You and me If there's a high or low Anything can be babe I'll be there for you to pick you up off your feet, yeah Thanking God on bended knee We'll always be together babe You and me Travis grinned widely as his brother smelled Jessie's hair as they slow danced, seemingly in another world. He turned and offered his hand to Claudette. "Wadda ya say Claud? I promise I won't step on your toes!" The French born blonde laughed out loud. "Traviz, I vould ve happy too zince Zhonny zeemz zo ve in a grouchy mood!" She blew Jonny a kiss as she giggled at Travis who was making kissy faces at Jonny as well. It was just Mishelle and him left at the table. Everyone else was at the dance floor. Jonny gulped. He moved his to the right where Shelle was sitting two chairs away. She seemed lost in her own thoughts. -When I'm in my nine to five A smile goes across my lips when I Daydream about the night before I count the minutes till I'm in your arms once more My friends they don't understand, no In me they see a brand new man I give you props and tell them that My shorty's bout it She personifies the love she gives He wondered what was bothering her so much. She remained silent for the rest of the ride, even till they sat down at the table. Whatever it was, he knew that she needed a break from it. That was what tonight was supposed to be, a break from everything. He normally wouldn't be such a good samaritan, but the music was pretty hard to resist. "Shelle," he said firmly. She seemed to snap out of it and look him straight in the eyes. "What is it?" "Do you mind if I have this dance with you?" he asked her in complete seriousness. "Are you sure you want to dance with me?" she asked him back worriedly. "I mean...we're always biting each other's head off...and I..." "Its just one dance, the song's nice, and at least we'll be doing something," the blue-eyed male told her softly. "I promise I won't bite dog face." Her face showed hesitation. -I think about you all the time 24-7 babe The love I have inside for you Is more than any words can say Thanking God on bended knee We'll always be together, babe You and me If there's a high or low Anything can be babe I'll be there for you to pick you up off your feet, yeah Thanking God on bended knee We'll always be together babe You and me But then she stood up and he took her hand in his as they made they're way into the middle of crowded dance floor. The room seemed to be engulfed in stars as small fragments of light bounced from a mirored ball hanging above. Without saying a word, Jonny put his arms around her waist as she circled hers around his neck. She leaned her head on his chest and he could feel her hot tears spilling as he shirt absorbed the liquid. "Whats wrong?" he whispered worriedly. "Today is the day he was buried..." she said so quietly that it was almost inaudible. A wave of realization rushed through him. No wonder she was acting this way...Mishelle loved her brother dearly, and felt responsible for his death. "Ssshhh, just close your eyes," he murmered as he rocked her to the music. -Oh how I've waited for this moment in my life It's you that I adore Baby with you I am secure My life is in your hands And now I understand What it means to be in love again, oh Never gonna let you go, oh no Surrounded by strangers, Mishelle Taylor Jenks strained to hold the tears back, but failed to accomplish that either as they came cascading down her cheeks and onto the shirt of Jonny Quest. She could almost hear the small voice in her head telling her how ironic that of all people in the world, it had to be him who witnessed her bawling her eyes out. But he didn't say anything. He just held her while her tears came. Mishelle was to overcome with her emotions to say anything else either. -I think about you all the time 24-7 babe The love I have inside for you Is more than any words can say Thanking God on bended knee We'll always be together babe You and me If there's a high or low Anything can be babe I'll be there for you to pick you up off your feet, yeah Thanking God on bended knee We'll always be together babe You and me... Hadji and Tai-Lee saw Jonny and Mishelle and smiled. Bryce and Jessie saw Jonny and Mishelle and they grinned at each other. Travis saw Jonny and Mishelle at the corner of his eye and his face broke into a thousand watt smile. It was about time those two got over themselves and realized how despite their bickering, they'd be there for each other 24/7. ~Fin~