There isn't enough Dott fan-fiction to my satisfaction, so I decided to write one. -sorrowXdarkness

Connecting With You

Chapter 1

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A year had passed since my time in Total Drama. I found myself in the haven of mother-nature once again. Despite my loss in the competition, due to influence of someone whom would remain nameless, I earned considerable amount of funds thanked to the support of my fans. I didn't realize how popular I was with the viewers until after my elimination. All I could think about was trying to get back at him. I was so ashamed of myself for how easily my anger got to me whenever he was involved. Back at the Island De Losers, all eliminated competitors were able to watch "previous episodes" of the show as well as any scenes removed from the final cut. In a way, I have him to thank for; his evil performance assisted in rallying up support to defend and protect the forest. Necessary evil. That was one way to describe him as I led my group through the forest.

Right now, this forest was on the verge of being deforested in order to make room for an outlet mall. Could you believe that!? As we took our position to wait for the bulldozers, Zackery appeared from his spot, with news.

"Dawn! We received a written note that the construction of the mall has been canceled. We won!"

Everyone cheered as we found yet another cause. That would mark the 3rd one this month as my group celebrated. I took no part of that as I made my way to the next. Yes, we found victory today though the battle continued. Somewhere in this planet, injustice to the land was happening and it was my duty to intervene. As I walked, with my luggage in hand, I began to think of the rest of my friends from Total Drama. I occasionally received letters from Zoey and B, giving me insight in how they were doing. Mike and Zoey were now living together. They were a happy couple with a bright future. B was fortunate to be able to sell some of his designs and became a well-established inventor to the public. Dakota were treated for her radiation, and returned to her former shape. Cameron finally let his mother's place and began living the apartment next to Mike and Zoey. Everyone else seemed to be doing well though Scott's whereabout remained a mystery.

After a few hours, I arrived at my next designation. A small town in the outskirts of any major cities. It was here that their last animal shelter was threatened to close by politicians whom claimed it useless to the town. No matter how small the cause may be, I would help to defend it. Before finding a place to stay while I was in town, I went to the animal shelter to observe the condition of the place. There were people in the streets, though they all gave me displeasing glances. I didn't mind, as the first person I spoke to was a red robin that flew to me. I asked if he was native to this town, and then asked if he knew of the animal shelter in the town. He did. He also provided my added information. This animal shelter had been threatened in the past though was saved by an individual. Still, I believed they required my help to fully secured the future of the animal shelter.

The store had an adorable display of hand-drawn pictures made by many boys and girls of the town. It was sweet really as I took the time to see each one. I walked in, my arrival rang the bell by the door as I made my way to the counter. I noticed the sign on the side that said "Please Ring For Service". I rang the bell. As I waited, I gave a quick glance of the front store. A few chairs on the sides, small candy machines, a table and a sign. It lacked any shine to attract support and no one had yet to answer the service bell. I rang again. Once more for good measure.

"I heard you the first time. What do-"

He stopped midway. I figured to start. "Yes, well I'm here to help in keeping this animal shelter from being destro-" I finally had my sight on the worker. His ginger hair and freckles spoke mountains to me as I knew who he was. "What are you doing here?" My anger was evident, even to myself. His eyes were like daggers as they were pointed to me.

"I work here. Can I help you miss?" He spoke with much distaste as did I.

"Scott, you mustn't be rude." A woman from the back walked into the conversation. She was around her twenties. She had brown hair tied in a ponytail and wore an apron similar to Scott's. "Hello, how may we help you little miss?"

She seems reasonable, I thought. "As I was saying, I'm here to help in protecting this animal shelter from being tom down by this town's mayor."

"Well, isn't that nice. What do you have in mind?"

"We could start with the front view of the store. I liked the pictures on the window display, but the inside is really lacking appeal. Oh, and I would be honor if you may show me where you keep the animals."

"Of course. Scott, please show her the back room."

Scott nodded as he opened the small door that separated the front with the back. I walked past him as I made my way to the back. The place was clean for the most part which surprised me, considering that Scott worked here. In the back, there was many caged animals on the wall, but what astounded me was the small ring in the middle.

"What's that?" I asked.

"It's where we keep the animals for them to play with the customers. If someone is interested in playing with one of them, we get them together inside this ring.

"How thoughtful." I said. Out of nowhere, a cat appeared in front of me. She was a gray colored female with appealing cyan colored eyes as she meowed. "And who are you?" I kneed down to greet the furry creature though she jumped back. Was she surprised by my sudden gesture. Most animals would have no problem with me.

"That's Chloe. She's not fond of anyone." I heard Scott said though the cat slowly walked over to him and gave a meow before letting out a soft purr.

"Well, she likes you." I said, though a bit displeased. Never had I came across an animal that didn't like me, even more, one that liked Scott. He picked her up and carried her to a bookcase. She quickly jumped and stood on one of its shelves.

"Like I said, she doesn't like anybody."

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After looking through the edifice, I spoke with the owner, Kate. The woman from before with whom I believed was both reasonable and delusional. After I told her of my assistance and how it is completely voluntary, she agreed to let me work at her animal shelter. What surprised me most, was that she had Scott as both assistant manager and my supervisor.

"What? Scott, as my supervisor?! Couldn't you supervise me instead?" I pleaded. She said that there was no one better at the job than Scott.

"Do you want me to leave that badly?" I asked though she was genuinely confused by my response. I could tell, through her aura that radiated from her body.

"Dawn, was it?" I nodded. "I choose Scott because he really cares of this shelter."

"Are you blind? Scott, caring about anything is preposterous." Did she not own a television?

"Please Kate, don't waste your breath." Scott said as he started his daily routine.

I stared at his back as he began stacking the cans of food to be given. "Fine. Not even Scott will stop me from saving this animal shelter." I declared as I went to Scott.

I asked him if there was anything I could do to help. He assigned me to dish duty. I simply had to clean all the dirty dishes and bowls of the animal. It took me no more than two hours as I placed the final bowl on the rack.

"Heads up, two more stacks." Scott said as he held two stacks of bowels of varying sizes. He placed them in the sink before leaving. As he walked away, I wondered if he did that on purpose. I still cleaned the dishes. Another hour later and I was done. I found him brushing the fur of a dog. The dog was on a small plastic pool without the water as the loose hair fell to the ground.

"What are you doing?" I asked. I did three hours of dish duty and he was brushing a dog's fur?

"Can't you tell? I'm brushing his fur." The dog was really enjoying it, as his tail wagged with satisfaction. He had a happy aura as he continued his pose.

"Scott, is that dog ready yet?" Kate arrived with a little girl behind her.

"Yep, just finished. Here you go, little miss." The girl's eyes lit up as he passed the dog to her. The dog licked her face as she let out some giggles.

"I'll name you Atticus."

Scott went down to her level. "Be sure not to give him any chicken bones or too many human foods. He also had a weak bladder so don't give him too much water. Can you do that?"

The little girl nodded as she thanked him. She, along with Atticus, followed her mother as Kate guided them to the front with fill out the paper forms.

Dawn couldn't help, but smiled. That was a touching scene, when she saw Scott waving at the departing family. When he noticed her smile, his attitude turned sour.

"What?"

"Nothing." I walked away. Maybe he did care.

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Once all the remaining animals were accounted for, I left. I walked a block before hearing someone shouting out my name.

"Dawn!"

"Yes?" It was Scott. He had my small suitcase in his hand as he ran to me.

"You forgot this. Kate asked me to give this to you." He handed my suitcase gently without any ill demeanor.

"Thank you Scott." There was an awkward silence between us as I felt his aura. He was troubled about something as he had difficulty in letting it be voiced. "Is there something you want to ask me?"

"Yes..." He said painfully. Was he being forced to ask? "Um, do you have a place to stay?"

"Truthfully, no. I was planning to check in to a motel for the night."

"If you're don't mind, I have room at my place. Well, it was Kate's place before she gave it to me." Scott said as he looked the other way.

"Aw, thanks Scott. I think I will take on your offer." With this, I didn't have to bother looking for a place.

"Alright, but you have to follow my rules. And rule one, I carry all the luggages." He took back my suitcase before walking ahead. His aura was a peculiar one as I sensed multiple colors emitting from his soul. Even though I had a rough time with Scott during our time at the island, I believed another evaluation was in order.

"Hey Scott... I'm sorry about before." I said as well walked. He was still ahead of me though only by a foot or two. He didn't turn to look at me, but I knew he heard me. His aura changed as I sensed embarrassment.

"Whatever."

He was very sweet and shy. A thought occurred to me as we walked. Truth to be told, I found interest in someone. All my life, my interest were on mother-nature and her woodland creatures. During the island, however, I met someone that captured my attention. It was the week after we voted off Dakota. When we were competing in capture the flag, we were attacked by a giant mutant beetle. This person spoke to the creature and reminded her that I found and returned her child during the previous event. From there, he told her to assist us by attacking our enemies. I was beyond impressed as I met someone who actually took the time to speak to a misunderstood creature. I actually felt a tug in my heart as I stared at the man with a smile before following him to the catapult. I was doing the same right now as I stared at his back. His personality was rough, like sandpaper, but not impossible to connect. Once connected, I believed we would become very close; very very close.

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-To be continued...

Author's Note: That's the end of chapter 1. I hoped you enjoyed it. Please let me know what you think. Until next time! -sorrowXdarkness