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For three years was going great for Danny. Everyone knew is alter ego Danny Phantom. He was declared a hero not a menace by the president and other world leaders. He even got a Medal of Honor by the U.N. The fame never went to his head thankfully. He was also thankful that he wasn’t asked to solve all the world’s troubles, like his favorite comic heroes like Superman, only ghostly or supernatural ones.
He was no longer being hunted down by his parents, who accepted him and apologized for trying to hunt him, which made them feel guilty and ashamed for trying to kill their own son. Though they grounded him for going into the portal unsupervised. They told him that he could continue his superhero career and they’ll help during school hours so he could keep up on his studies. Ghost hunters like Valerie, who was part of the team after she and Danny had a long talk about what happened with Cujo years ago.
He apologized for getting her father fired and for recking her stuff. She accepted his apology and she also apologized for trying to hunt him saying she was fueled by anger.
As for Jazz, she got a scholarship to several major universities like Harvard, Yale, Columbia and Stanford. She chose Columbia to study psychology to be a psychiatrist for both living and the dead. She even got a her first clients, a father and daughter. Due to doctor/client privilege she couldn’t give much details. But what she could say was there was a an arranged marriage, an affair and now a divorce along with a huge lack communication between the two.
From what Maddie said, thanks to a Jazz, the two have communicated better and now have a more stable relationship.
As for his friends, Tucker and Sam, they have been living their lives too. Tucker had a short term as mayor of Amity Park, because he only held that seat until they could find a replacement. Mostly it was due to his age as you gave to be an adult to hold a government position and partly due to some the silly laws that he tried to put in place, like mini skirt Friday. Shame that didn’t pan out.
But thanks to him the days of bullying and letting the a-listers get away with things at Casper high are pretty much nonexistent now. There was an investigation and given then evidence that was found, major changes were made. Like the jocks getting away with bullying the non popular students to do their homework gone. Dash was kicked off the football team along with being suspended for two months. He also had to do several months of summer school to make up along he homework he forced others to do for him.
As for Sam, she was studying to become an animal right activist along with being an environmental lawyer. She had mellowed out and wasn’t as anti-establishment as much and wasn’t too judgy on rich people or any a-listers.
As for him and Sam, they dated for a year and half until then both decided that they were better off as friends.
He also introduced Dani to his family, to say they were shocked was an understatement. At first they were pissed that Vlad had somehow got Danny’s DNA and used it without consent. Disgusted that he would go so far to gain Maddie and Danny, that he would clone a minor along with having holograms of Maddie.
To his and Dani’s surprise, Jack, Maddie, and Jazz accepted the girl with open arms and immediately adopted her as part of family. Jack was happy that now he has two daughters! They also immediately got to work into stabilizing her after Danny told them that eco-DNA was unstable.
It took a while, like a year and half, but with their ghost knowledge and with the help of some government scientists, Dani was
As for him, he put his dream of being an astronaut on hold, as him being a hero is more of full time job. There’s also the fact that he went to space already and it was awesome!
Other than that, life was good, though he could do without the obsessed fan girls. He shutters remembering their fan letters. The contents were ranged from creepy to down right disturbing. After a the first few creepy letters , his parents stated they’ll look over them before giving them to him, while burning the bad ones.
To him life was going great that is until Clockwork appeared in his living room and told him that would change his already hectic life forever.
“I/HE’S WHAT!?” Shouted Danny and his family and friends.
“In four years you are to be crowned the new king of the ghost zone.” Clockwork stated.
“What do you mean I’m going to be crowned the new ghost king!?” Danny shouted at his ghostly guardian.
“You see after your defeat of Pariah Dark and your quick thinking of turning earth tangible. The Observants, have decided that you would be the perfect fit to rule over the ghost zone. There’s also the fact you are half human and half ghost. Which makes their decision more important.” Clockwork explained.
Maddie stepped forward,”Running an entire realm is a huge responsibility! How dare you thrust that much pressure onto his shoulders than he already has!” Maddie yelled.
“I agree Danny already has enough on his shoulders, he doesn’t need more!” Jack agreed crossing his arms.
“On top of that he is to meet the representatives of both heaven and hell to negotiate a deal on peace treaty! That’s a load of bullshit!” Sam argued.
“I know that this a lot.” Clockwork spoke calmly. “That’s an understatement of fucking year.” Valerie said sarcastically, rolling her eyes.
“More like the century.” Tucker agreed.
“But trust me, when I say this, you becoming king benefits everyone both living and dead. Along with bringing a new era of peace in heaven and hell.” The time ghost stated.
The room felt heavy after that statement, Danny felt a new weight was put on his shoulders.
If you told him when he was 14 before he forgot his powers, that in three years, he would become a superhero with ghost powers to save the world now about to become king of a different realm. He’d thought you were nuts.
But if peace was your brought to two different worlds because of him being king then maybe it wouldn’t be so bad.
“Alright I’ll do it.” He said confidently , causing his friends and family to look at him like he’d just grew a second head. “What!?” They all exclaimed.
“Danny, this is a huge responsibility! You already have enough on your plate as it is!” Jazz exclaimed.
“Yeah, bro, take it from someone who held a leadership position, it’s not easy!” Tucker said, recalling his short time as mayor. He shuddered at all the paperwork he had to do. All the sleepless nights. It was tiring. He practically cried in relief when the election came up and a new mayor was elected.
“I know but, I help bring peace to two other realms that have been tense with each for eons. I can not, not let that not happen.” Danny argued.
“He’s right, if Danny doesn’t agree to this, the tension between heaven and hell will grow and a war will break out. No side wins and only brings death to all realms.” Clockwork stated,” and the princess of he’ll’s plan to curb the overpopulation in hell by rehabilitating sinners will be the catalyst to it all. Danny become king will stop the war and help the princess’s plan come to fruition.”
His words made them all look at each other, knowing he had a point. Because at some point the kingdoms is heaven and hell would go to war and it could leak into the living world.
Jack put a hand on his son’s shoulder,” are you sure about this son? Because your mother and I will support you in whatever you choose.”
“I’m sure.” Danny replied in a brave tone. Jack stared at him for a second then smiled proudly.” I believe in you Danny. And I know that you’ll do the Fenton name proud!” He pulled Danny into a hug and patted his back.
The others joined in making a huge group hug. Maddie started crying,” oh I’m so proud of you, sweetie! I know you’ll be a great king!” She said hugging him tightly.
She pulled out of the hug and gripped his shoulders tightly,”just don’t become a tyrant or else I’ll come over there and knock some sense into you!” She sternly said.
“And i’ll help!” Valerie agreed.
Danny nodded believing both of them could and would do that.
He turned to his mentor,” so when and where will this meeting take place?”
“In a week’s time and at your castle.” Clockwork replied,” Dora will come tomorrow to give you, your royal clothes and teach you the ways of royalty. I must take my leave, see you in a week Your Highness.” He bowed then vanished in his time portal.
It was quiet for a second then Jack said,” well gang let us pack for our trip to the ghost zone and prepare for a ghostly guest!” He exclaimed excitedly. “I’ll make us some fudge for the road!”
Maddie shook her head as he walked away. “Well you heard him, let’s get ready.” She said.
Sam, Tucker, Valerie, and Jazz left to go pack. Danny went upstairs to pack as well.
Many thoughts ran through his head, as he climbed up the stairs, he wondered how the meeting was gonna go and help two other kingdoms to not fight each other.
He sighed feeling this was going to be a long week.