EqG Tales: Enchantimals Edition

by Brian Sheil


18. To the rescue with Danessa Deer

It’s a beautiful day at an athletic park. Rainbow Dash and her soccer buddies are working hard to perfect their moves.
“Last week was pretty good, team.” Captain Spitfire said. “However, we can’t be lacking in our training.”
“You said it.” Rainbow Dash agreed. “We have to keep training if we want to keep our winning streak going.”
“Well said, Dash. We might be able to reach the championship.”
Soarin’ Skies looks at the goal where Misty Fly is waiting.
“Try to get past me, Soarin.” Misty challenged.
Soarin Skies likes a challenge. Going in many directions, he finally kicks the ball to the net. Misty Fly jumps to intercept the ball. But, it went past her and into the net.
“GOAL!” Soarin shouted.
“Great kick, Soarin!” Rainbow Dash cheered.
Even Misty was impressed. He must’ve been working out in the gym.
Blowing a whistle, Spitfire got everybody’s attention. “Let’s take a break!”
The team went over to grab bottled water. Suddenly, up and coming player Vapor Trail screeched. “OUCH!”
Everybody got concerned.
“What’s wrong, Vapor?” Sky Stinger asked.
“It’s my ankle.” Vapor Trail replied. “I stumbled a little. And now, it hurts like crazy!”
Sitting on a bench, Vapor Trail started crying from the pain. This got even Spitfire worried.
“We better get her to a doctor.” Spitfire suggested as she calls out to someone. “Danessa, wheelchair! STAT!”
Seconds later, a young lady with brown skin and purple hair rushes in with a wheelchair. When Rainbow saw lighter brown around her eyes, and has pointed ears and antlers, the speedster recognizes her.
“Danessa Deer!” Rainbow gasped.
“What’s the problem, Spitfire?” Danessa asked.
“Vapor Trail’s ankle started to hurt suddenly.” Spitfire explained. “We need to get her to a doctor.”
“Gotcha. Sky Stinger, Fleetfoot, help her to the wheelchair.”
The two soccer players helped their fallen comrade to the wheelchair. At that moment, a small deer rushes over to the scene.
“Who’s that?” Misty Fly asked.
“That’s Danessa’s partner: Sprint.” Rainbow replied.
Danessa strapped Vapor Trail to the wheelchair. “This will keep you still until we get medical attention. Nurse Red Heart is close to here.”
“O-o-okay.” Vapor sobbed.
Danessa and Sprint pushed Vapor Trail out of the park and to Nurse Red Heart.
“Rainbow Dash,” Spitfire suggested, “you better go with them. It’s a good way to spend time with Danessa.”
“Gotcha, Spitfire.” Dash agreed as she heads for the park exit. “Danessa! Sprint! Wait for me!”
Dash sped to catch up to Danessa and company. Later, at Nurse Red Heart’s office, Rainbow Dash sat with Danessa and Sprint wondering about Vapor Trail.
“I hope she’ll be okay.” Rainbow said worryingly. “Sky Stinger is really worried.”
Danessa places her hand on Rainbow’s shoulder. “Don’t worry, Dash. I’m sure she’ll be fine.”
Sprint came along to nuzzle Rainbow Dash. She starts to pet the deer. “Thanks for comforting me, Sprint.”
Nurse Red Heart came out and gave the girls some news. “Vapor Trail is fine. No broken bones. Just a sprain.”
That was a relief to everyone as Vapor Trail walks out with her ankle in an ace bandage, and using a cane for stability.
“I guess I’ll be out of action for a bit.” Vapor realized.
“At least you’re going to be okay in a few weeks.” Rainbow Dash comforted.
Vapor Trail looks to her rescuers. “Thanks, Danessa. Thanks, Sprint.”
“We are glad to help.” Danessa replied happily.
Feeling relieved, Rainbow and Danessa hugged each other as Sprint and Vapor watch happily.