A story by guestsurpise! Enjoy!
Ben was now 18 years old and he considered on giving the Omnitrix to someone else for a change. I mean, who didn't want a normal life right? But when he told the others, they weren't too thrilled about it. So much so, that it hurt them to even make eye contact. The main ones who wouldn't speak to him about it was Rachel, Sasha, Rook, Four Arms, and Feedback. Ben thought it would be easier to approach the girls first.
"C'mon…you guys know this is for the best," Ben said gently.
"No it's not. No one else can handle the Omnitrix like you do," Sasha said.
"Guys it's not that big a deal." Ben said.
"It's a big deal to us." Rachel said sadly, now walking out of the room.
"Just forget it. If that's what you want kid then I'm happy for you," Four Arms said with a sad smile, now exiting the room.
"We won't stand in your way," Rook replied, now exiting the room sadly.
"Yeah, we all are." Feedback answered, now also leaving.
But Ben only ran a hand down his face. He not only made a bad decision, but he made his friends feel horrible.
The next morning…
"Ben, are you still sure that you want to do this?" Max asked, hoping that Ben would change his mind.
"Grandpa…I…I don't know," Ben sighed out. "The others are beyond upset, but I don't know what to do or say."
"Ben, just don't be so hasty. You may feel better after some rest and relaxation." Max said.
"You think so?" Ben asked.
"Of course. In fact, I planned to give you a pass for a whole month vacation and a 2 week cruise. It's a gift from everyone here." Max smiled proudly. But he didn't get to say a word as Ben plowed into him happily.
"Thanks Grandpa!" Ben said happily. "Can I take some people with me?"
"Sure! You can take up to six people," Max grinned.
"Perfect! I can't wait to tell everyone!" Ben said happily. For he knew exactly who he wanted to take. But the moment he got back at the Grant Mansion, everyone appeared gloomy and sad. Ben felt his heart fall to his feet. They were all feeling this way because of him. No, he was going to fix this now!
"Guys, c'mon…" Ben said gently. "I have something to tell you."
But the moment he said that, they scattered, not wanting to hear anymore bad news.
"Hey! Guys wait a minute! Don't leave!" Ben said, now chasing after Rachel first.
"Ben please. No more bad news," she pleaded.
"Rachel c'mon. It's not bad news." Ben said, now backing her in the kitchen.
"No! I don't want to hear it," she said stubbornly, turning around. Ben smirked and ran his hands over her sides and tickling her.
"GAH! H-HEY! STAHAHP!" She said in shock.
"Oh I don't think so. Especially after you said you won't talk to me," Ben teased.
"PLEAHAHAHA BEHEHEN NOAAHAHAHAHAHAH!" Rachel laughed, now trying to block her sides. Now that Ben was taller and stronger, he was lethal as a tickler!
"Will you listen to me?" he said, now arching a curious brow.
"YEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHES!" Rachel laughed.
"Promise?" he chuckled, now pulling her to his chest in an inescapable hug. Rachel panted and laughed, now looking at him. "Rachel…there is no need to be sad. I'm not giving up the Omnitrix after all. In fact, I'm going on a cruise as part of a much needed vacation and I want you, Sasha, Four Arms, Feedback, and Rook to come with me."
"R-Really?! BEN THAT'S GREAT!" Rachel shouted in glee now hugging him tightly.
"Hey, hey, calm down. It's ok!" Ben chuckled, now holding her in a hug. But then he heard Sasha calling from the upstairs.
"Rachel? Rachel where are you? I'm leaving in 30 minutes for the library." Sasha called.
"Oh no you're not," Ben said softly and making Rachel shudder. Ben was on a mission and it looked like Sasha was next!
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