User blog:The Noah Killer/The Screaming Joker (Part 2)

The Screaming Joker is a story started by Donald Newton. However, after Donald focused on other protections, I, Noah, have taken over the story. It is the second story in The Joker trilogy.

Plot and Setting
Five months after surviving the previous Joker murder spree, the Marysvile Survivors; Renee, Derek, Chloe, Charles, and Simon is targeted by the new Joker and his accomplice, Harley Quinn.

Chapter 1
We open with Simon at his family’s video store. It’s one of the last remaining video stores left in town, as most people have since moved on to Netflix and other streaming or mail-ordering viewings. Simon is one of his father’s most loyal and hardworking employees, as he loves movies. The video store has an apartment adjacent to the store. So Simon can be at home and work at the same time. Simon’s parents are out for the next few hours. So Simon is left to look after the store. Since it’s eight o’clock on a Sunday night, most people wouldn’t be coming to the video store anyways. So tonight should be an easy night for Simon.

In the vestibule room, which is between the living room and the video store. Simon is sitting at a table with his laptop and recording his notes. He’s writing his own story about The Joker murders, which includes the backstory about Jeff Blythe and the revelation of Tara Greene as the Joker. But Simon ends it with his accomplice theory. Simon records that he remembers that Tara was with Rachel and Derek when his girlfriend, Shelly Larson, was being murdered. He also notes that the person who beat up Mike Stedman was NOT Tara and that Mike’s autopsy confirms that his attacker was a male adult. It’s also noted that the evidence and autopsies confirm that out of all of the victims, Tara only killed her own girlfriend Ashley Profitt and Robbie Mathis’s girlfriend Samantha Watson.

As Simon finishes his recording, he hears the door opening from inside the video store. He gets up and walks into the store. He announces himself by saying, “Welcome to Foley’s Video Store. Let me know if you need any help.” But he gets no response. Simon moves to the main counter, waiting for his new customer that has walked in. As he plays with his phone at the counter, he hears movement around the store. Thinking that maybe the customer is lost or uncertain of something, Simon leaves the counter to assist the unknown customer.

As Simon looks around for the customer, he sees that nobody is here. He says, “Hello?! Do you need any help?” As we stand behind him, he continues moving forward. A DARK FIGURE runs across our view from behind him. Feeling this presence, Simon turns around. But the Dark Figure has already left our view. Simon asks if anyone is there. But he gets no response. He is now becoming worried that something isn’t right here. He continues looking around. He hears movement near the horror section. So he decides to slowly and quietly walk there, hoping to catch someone.

Upon turning into the horror section, Simon bump into BARB HOLLAND (16), a cute geeky redhead with glasses. Both are startled by this, which makes Barb shriek and drops her movies. Realizing what he has done, Simon apologizes to her. Barb smiles and says that it’s okay. She bends down to pick up the movies. Simon goes down to help her. They pick up the movies together until there is only one left. They both go for it and touch each other’s hands. They look into each other’s eyes and smile. It’s clear that they find each other attractive.

Barb introduces herself to Simon. He tells her his name but Barb already knows who he is for obvious reasons. They walk to the counter together. He rings up the movies. Barb pulls out her purse, intending on paying for them. But Simon stops her, telling her that it’s on the house. Barb thanks him for his kindness. Before she leaves, she asks him where the bathroom is. Simon points to the middle of the back. She thanks him and goes to the bathroom. Simon has a big ole’ smile on his face and is blushing. He obviously likes her.

Simon hears movement in the movie aisles. He asks if that was Barb. But he gets no response. Simon moves to the aisles and looks around. From behind Simon, the DARK FIGURE comes into our view. We see that he’s wearing the traditional Scream black cloak and hood. But we don’t see his face/mask as we’re behind him. He pops his knife out from inside his sleeves. He appears to be intending on killing Simon. He stalks Simon.

As Simon moves to the last aisle, a hand touches him from behind. He spins around only to find Barb. She apologizes for scaring him. He smiles and says that it’s nothing. Barb goes to ask him something. However, before she can -- THE DARK FIGURE grabs her and throws her to a shelf. The Dark Figure is revealed to be -- THE JOKER. Barb screams as she’s pin to the shelf. The Joker goes to stab her. But before he can, Simon tackles him. The Joker and Simon struggle as Barb watches in horror.

The Joker and Simon punch each other and shove each other into the shelves. Their shovings causes movies to fall off the racks. They proceed to throw movies at each other. The Joker gives Simon a great push. Not only does this cause the shelf to fall backwards upon Simon’s body hitting it, but it also makes a DVD disc break in half upon falling out of it’s covers. Simon sees this. As the Joker goes to stab him, Simon grabs the sharp broken disc. Simon gets up, grabbing the Joker’s wrist to prevent him from stabbing him, and stabs him in the chest with the disc.

The Joker screams out. He drops his knife and drops to his knees. The Unmasked Joker falls backwards to his death. The Unmasked Joker is dead. Simon and Barb look at each other in horror. They just survived an attack by another Joker. Simon removes his mask and the dead Joker is revealed to be a man in his late twenties or early thirties. Neither Simon or Barb recognize this man, indicating that he was a hidden and secret accomplice. However, this is NOT the Joker we saw fighting Mike Stedman. This is a new and inexperienced Joker.

Sometime later, JIM HOPPER (42), the new Sheriff and the rest of the Marysville police arrive at the Foley Video store. As the dead Joker’s body is being wheeled out, Hopper is interviewing both Simon and Barb about the incident. Because both stories match and that the Joker was trying to kill them, Hopper concludes that Simon’s actions were justified and was done in self-defense. So Simon will not be arrested for this. This makes Simon and Barb feel better. Hopper informs them that the Joker who attacked them’s name was Will Byers. (Yes, same name from Stranger Things)

After Hopper leaves them, Simon walks Barb to her car. Barb thanks him for saving her life, even though she wasn’t in any real danger. Simon says that it was nothing. But Barb says that it was everything to her. She tells him that nobody has ever done that for her. Barb gives Simon a kiss on the cheek, which makes him blush. Simon asks if she wants to have lunch with him at school tomorrow. Barb smiles and accepts this. She drives off and Simon smiles with joy.

Chapter 2
The next morning, Rachel Mathis and Derek Martin, our final couple, arrive to school. They are met up with fellow surviving couple Chloe Johnson and Charles Baker. Charles asks them if they heard about last night. They say that they haven’t and asks them what happened. Chloe and Charles explains that Simon killed a Joker last night. This shocks Rachel and Derek. Charles goes on to say that he was at his family’s video store when the Joker attacked him and Barb Holland. Charles tells them that Simon saved Barb and killed the Joker.

They stop talking when Simon appears to them out of nowhere. Simon tells them that it’s okay to talk about it. Rachel asks him if he’s okay. Simon says that he’s fine. But Simon then goes on to say that this proves his accomplice theory, continuing his claim that Tara had an accomplice. Derek says that he may be right and believes that the Joker he killed last night must have been the accomplice. However, Simon rejects this, saying that Will Byers (The Joker he killed) could not have been the accomplice. Simon explains that the Joker he killed was shorter and was not as large as the one who murdered Shelly and Mr. Stedman in the previous story. He also points out his own weakness, saying that if he (Simon) could easily kill this Joker, then Will Byers was a new and inexperienced killer.

Chloe says that perhaps Will Byers was not involved with the previous killings. Chloe believes that Will Byers may have just been a sick fanboy of The Joker and tried to kill a survivor by using The Joker persona in his attempts to kill him. Simon says that is also possible. But Simon also believes that he may have been a new accomplice that just failed and now the Joker, Tara’s accomplice, must find a new accomplice to finish where they left.

NOTE: This is suppose to build up to us realizing who that “new accomplice” is.

In the distance, we find Barb with her best friend NANCY HOPPER, Nancy’s boyfriend STEVE HARRINGTON, Nancy’s twin brother JONATHAN HOPPER (all 16), their friends NADINE and MONTGOMERY (both 18). Barb explains to them everything that occurred at the video store. It’s obvious that Barb is overwhelmed with feelings for Simon. As she talks, she goes back and forth between staring at Simon and looking at her friends when talking. They notice this and realizes that she has a thing for Simon.

They are joined by their leader, DEGAN (18), a short dude at five-foot-four, but mannerism of a leader, wearing all black; boots, pants, and leather jacket. Degan would be carrying a bat cannot bring it to school as it would appear to be a weapon at school. Degan says that he has heard about Barb’s incident. Barb confirms this, saying that she was saved by the cutest guy ever. Barb points out Simon to Degan. Degan says that the Marysville Five are an interesting bunch. As he says this, he gives the Survivors a creepy look. What is his interest in them?

Steve sees that his friends wants to become friends with the Marysville Five. But he isn’t too certain about it. He tells them that if the Joker that Simon killed last night was involved, then there might be others. Which means that if they become close to them that they would become targets of another Joker. Degan laughs, saying that with “Luciille”, Degan would be able to take care of The Joker himself. Trying not to upset his leader, but also trying to reason with him, Steve politely reminds him that he’s not the real Negan. Degan turns to him with a threatening look. He tells the frightened Steve that he’s exactly like real Negan (even though Negan is just a character in a show). Degan claims that he can do anything that Negan can do. Steve drops it, not wanting to piss him off.

In the hallway, Chloe and Charles are walking to class together, when Chloe's cousin, BRANDON JOHNSON (15) shows up. Chloe asks him where he's been. Brandon says that he was having breakfast at the Cafeteria. Chloe asks, "Didn't you have breakfast at home?" Brandon says that he had some but loves the food at the school rather than his mother's cooking. Charles chuckles as Chloe shakes her head. Chloe tells him to move on, which he does.

Brandon approaches his locker and attempts to unlock it. But the locker is unwilling to cooperate with him. Suddenly, a hand bangs on his locker and it makes the locker open. Brandon turns to find that his assistant is a girl, KRISTEN MORGAN (14). She has a pretty smile, gorgeous eyes, and seems very innocent yet a loner. Brandon thanks her. Kristen says, “You’re welcome.” Brandon introduces himself to her and she introduces herself. Kristen asks if he’s new here. Brandon says that he is, explaining that he and his parents just moved in with his cousin to take care of her. Kristen says that is very nice of them. Brandon says “I guess.” He explains that he hardly knew Chloe until now. Kristen says that he can now. She says that she’ll see him around and says bye. Brandon says bye to her and watches her walk off.

In the hallway, Simon is putting his stuff in his locker when he’s approached by Barb. They’re happy to see each other. Barb tells him how everyone is talking about what happened last night. Simon says that he knows, adding that his own group is talking about it. Barb asks him if they’re still on for lunch today. Simon smiles and says that they are. Simon asks if she wants him to pick her up from her class so that they could walk to lunch together. Barb says that she’d love that. The bell rings. Barb says that she’ll see him later. Simon says that he’ll be there. Barb starts walking off. She turns back and forth to look at him, smiling as she walks to class. Simon is finally realizing that this girl likes him. And it’s obvious that he likes her, too.

As Simon walks to his class, we see the dark silhouette of Degan standing at the end of the hall, from behind Simon, and watching. Degan appears very suspicious and creepy. Could he be up to something? What does he want with Simon? What does he want with the rest of the Marysville Five? Is he the new Joker? Or is he planning something else for them? If so, what could it be?

Chapter 3
At The Dragon Bar, the same bar where the late Mayor Mark Johnson went to meet up with Jenny at in the previous story, we find that Renee Mathis is now working there as a barmaid. A particular customer walks in and she smiles. She approaches this customer, who is taking a seat. They smile and say hi to each other. They kiss each other. The man is FRANK CHAMBERS (45), a tall, handsome, business-like man. He is Renee’s new boyfriend. Frank asks her how her day has been. Renee says that it’s better now that he’s there. Frank blushes.

Frank asks her if she’s excited about her birthday dinner tonight. Renee says that she is, reminding him that her favorite is Italian. Frank nods, saying that’s what he’s planning on taking her to. She takes his hand and rubs her thumb on his hand. It’s obvious that she’s moved on from Ronald’s death. Renee asks what she did to deserve a man like him. Frank smiles and asks her what he did to deserve a woman like her. They kiss each other.

Back at the high school, Simon is standing outside a classroom, waiting for Barb to come out. The bell rings and the students rush out of the classroom. Barb comes out and smiles when she sees him. Simon says that he kept his promise, which makes Barb extremely happy. Simon asks her if she’s ready to have lunch with him. She says that she is. So they walk to the cafeteria together. This is seen by Nancy and Steve. Nancy thinks that it’s adorable. But Steve is still considering about the possibilities of a new Joker targeting them. Nancy tells him to stop worrying. Steve does admit that he would be happy for Barb if something does happen between her and Simon.

In the cafeteria, we find Rachel, Derek, Chloe, and Charles sitting and eating lunch together. Rachel is explaining to them about tonight’s plan. Rachel tells them that Frank is going to take her mom out to dinner. When that happens, they are going to prepare for the birthday party at her house. Chloe asks Rachel how she feels about her mom dating someone new not long after dad’s death. Rachel admits that she is happy for her mother, saying that her dad would want her to be happy. Chloe says that on the same night that their fathers were murdered, Mark had asked Chloe for her blessing to go out on a date. Chloe admits that she gave him her blessing. Rachel nods her head, acknowledge their common parental dating situation.

Rachel notices that Simon is not with the group and asks where he is. Charles point to another table across the cafeteria. The group turns to find Simon and Barb talking, smiling, and laughing. Rachel smiles, finding it cute. Rachel asks if they should join them. Charles says that they look like they wanna be alone. Chloe suggests they could ask them. The group agrees and gets up. They approach Simon and Barb and asks them if they could join. Simon turns to Barb, who says yes. The group sits down with them and introduces themselves to her. The group, of course, knows who she is from the story about last night. They seem very welcoming of her to their group. They bond with her to Simon’s delight.

From another table, we find Barb’s group watching this. Steve is horrified, saying that “They got Barb.” Nancy slaps his arm as if to tell him to shut up. Jonathan says that they seem really nice. Degan, Nadine, and Montgomery watch the Marysville Five with Barb. Nadine and Montgomery turn to Degan, as if to ask him what he thinks of the situation. Degan continues to give them the sinister-interested look. He tells his group that maybe they should check in to them. Degan says that it’s time to ignore Stevey-the-Sissy and meet the Marysville Five. Steve glares at Degan for the name-calling but stays silent.

Brandon walks into the cafeteria with his tray of food. He sees Kristen sitting alone at a table. He approaches her and asks if he could sit with her. But before he can, they’re approached by a bigger guy name TROY, his friends CHESTER, Chester’s girlfriend CAROL, DUSTY, and Dusty’s girlfriend DIANA (all 15). Brandon goes to introduce himself to Troy. But Troy doesn’t care who he is. He tells Brandon to shoo. Brandon turns Kristen, who has that, “I want you to stay but he overrules us” look on her face. Troy gets into Brandon’s face and threatens him. So Brandon leaves. Troy and his gang sit with Kristen. Troy puts his arm around her and starts flirting with her.

Kristen tells him to stop it. But Troy continues, telling her that she knows that she wants it. Kristen stops fighting as it’s clear that Troy does what he wants regardless of how she feels about it. Brandon sits by himself a table. He is approached by his best friend, GARRETT HOBART (16). Garrett is a half-nerd and half-skater/emo like. He’s a lot like Quentin in A Nightmare on Elm Street remake. He asks Brandon how he’s doing. Brandon says that he’s fine, all the while staring at Kristen, who is obviously uncomfortable with her own group of friends. Garrett notices this and says that she’s cute. Brandon tells him that her name is Kristen.

Chapter 4
After school, we find our Marysville Five exiting the school together with the rest of the school. Barb approaches them, which they greet her again like she’s apart of them now. Barb asks them if they’d be willing to meet her group of friends. They tell her that they’d be willing to. Barb asks them to meet her at Forest Trumbull in an hour. The group agrees. Barb smiles at Simon and leaves. Simon just stares at her. The Survivors asks him if he likes her. Simon confesses that he does.

Brandon and Garrett are walking together and are talking about their plans for tonight. They plan on hanging out at Garrett's house and playing video games. As they talk about this, Kristen runs up to them. She asks if she can speak to Brandon alone. Brandon tells Garrett that he’ll see him at his house. Garrett nods and walks off. Kristen apologizes to Brandon over Troy. Brandon asks her if Troy is her boyfriend. Kristen says that he’s not but Troy likes her and that Troy always gets what he wants. Brandon suggests to Kristen that she just tell him to back off. Kristen says that she has but Troy is relentless. Brandon says that he’s an asshole. Kristen agrees.

Kristen says that she’d rather hang out with Brandon, who then blushes. Brandon says that maybe they could hang out tomorrow. Kristen says that she’d love to. Kristen asks which way he’s going. Brandon points to the east, saying that he’s heading to Schultes road. Kristen says that since she doesn’t live that far from him that she’s willing to walk him home. Brandon agrees and they walk together. As they walk off, we find Troy watching them. He’s obviously jealous and angry over seeing them together.

It’s an hour later and our Marysville Five is walking into Forest Trumbull. They look around for Barb. But they don’t see anyone. Suddenly, from behind them, we see Degan with his bat. He follows the Marysville Five like a predator stalking his prey. As the group approaches the middle, they feel like giving up, as they don’t see anyone. Suddenly, Degan’s bat hits Charles in the back of the head. They all turn around. Degan says, “GOTCHA!” It’s revealed that Degan’s bat is actually foam, therefore, it could not hurt Charles.

Degan’s group; Nadine, Montgomery, Barb, Jonathan, Nancy, and Steve appear out of different spots of the forest. Degan opens his arms out and says, “Welcome to my Woods.” to the survivors. Barb stares and smiles at Simon, who does the same. We find that the rest of Degan’s group, with the exception of Steve, is happy to see the Marysville Five. Steve is still struggling with his fears of another murder spree. But he’s willing to give this a try. Degan says that he hopes that he didn’t hurt Charles. But Charles smiles and says no. They shake hands. Degan tells the survivors that he is so happy that they’ve come to meet them.

Rachel says that her group is happy to meet them. Degan talks about how it’s obvious that Simon and Barb like each other, which embarrasses the two, and how their interaction is bringing them together. Rachel says that it’s a great thing. Degan bluntly just asks, “Would you guys be willing to extend your group? Your group and my group as one?” The Marysville Five glance at each other. Rachel tells him that they’d like to get to know them first before they decide. Degan agrees and says that until then, he’d like for them to hang out with them out here for a while.

The survivors agree, but tells them that they can’t stay long, as they have to work on the party tonight. Degan and his group says that they understand. The two groups proceed to sit around and talk. Degan has brought some Pepsi over, admitting that he doesn’t drink alcohol. Rachel asks him why he doesn’t drink. Degan explains that he has a fatty liver disease called NASH. (Seriously, look it up.) The two groups drink Pepsi and bond with each other. Simon and Barb continue their bonding. Simon asks if she’d like to come to the birthday party. Barb smiles and says that she’d love to.

A few hours later, Rachel says that they must go to her house to prepare for her mother’s surprise birthday party. Degan says okay. The groups rise from sitting. Degan shakes Rachel’s hand and tells her that they’re welcome to their group anytime. Rachel thanks him and says that they’ll probably have a decision for him the next time they meet at school. Degan smiles and says fair enough. The Marysville Fives leave. Degan turns to his group and asks them what they thought of their new friends.

Barb says that she really likes them and announces that she’s going to their party tonight. Nancy expresses her desire to join them and so does Jonathan. Nadine and Montgomery says that they like the Marysville Five. They all turn to Steve, who finally admits that he actually likes the survivors and would be willing to be friends with them. Degan smiles and says that he hopes that they (Marysville Five) agree to align with them.

Chapter 5
At an Italian Restaurant, we find Renee and Frank together, all dressed nicely for a romantic evening. They are talking and laughing. Frank asks how Rachel is doing. Renee says that Rachel is strong for a girl her age, using her relationship with Derek and her friends as a way to keep her going after all the horror that she went through. Renee says that she wishes that she was as strong as Rachel. Frank says that he believes that she’s a strong woman. Renee smiles. They take each other’s hand and their connection is growing.

Frank and Renee arrive at the Mathis house. Frank parks his car in front of the house. Renee asks if Frank would like to come in for a little bit. Frank says sure. They walk up to the front door and Renee unlocks the door. Renee and Frank walk into the house. It’s very dark inside. Renee turns on the lights -- “SURPRISE!” Renee is surprised as she finds Rachel, Derek, Chloe, Charles, Simon, and Barb present for a surprised birthday party for her. Rachel thanks Frank, who says, “No problem.” Renee turns to her boyfriend, realizing that he was in on it. It’s a cute moment between them.

Rachel and Frank bring Renee to the couch in the living room, where there is a birthday cake waiting for her at the coffee table. Everyone starts to sing happy birthday to her. After they sing, they applaud and wait for her to blow out her candles. Renee closes her eyes and blows out the candles. Everyone cheers. Renee thanks everyone for the party, especially to her daughter and boyfriend. She tells the other survivors that she loves them and is glad that they’re here with her. The teens smile. It’s obvious that the survivors see Rachel’s mother as a mother figure to them as well.

We cut to Brandon and Garrett at Garrett’s house. They are eating pizza, drinking soda, and playing video games. They are having a lot of fun. Garrett asks Brandon if he’s been having some practice at home, because he’s (Brandon) kicking his ass (Garrett). Brandon says that he’s just very good at this game. Garrett asks him what he and Kristen talked about on the way home earlier. Brandon informs him that Kristen appears to like him and not this Troy guy. Garrett says that is awesome and asks if he likes her, too. Brandon confesses that he does. He says that she’s the prettiest girl that he’s ever seen. As the two best friends play video games, we move to the sliding glass door. We see a DARK FIGURE watching them play their video games and listening to their conversation. Is this Joker or his new accomplice?

Back at the party, Renee is talking with Simon and Barb. They are telling Renee about the incident at the video store. She tells them that she’s glad that they survived that, saying that Simon was very brave to save her. Barb says that he’s her hero, which makes Simon blush. Meanwhile, Rachel and Derek are talking in the kitchen. Derek says that it’s nice to her mom happy again. Rachel says that she’s happy to see her mother happy again. Despite Ronald having only been dead for five months, Rachel says that she is okay with Frank being with her mom. Frank walks in and says that he appreciates her saying that.

Rachel turns and smiles at him, saying that he’s been a blessing to her mother. Derek says he’ll talk to Rachel later. Derek leaves Rachel and Frank alone in the kitchen. This allow them to bond together. Rachel thanks him again for helping her with the party. Frank says that he was happy to do it. Frank tells Rachel that her mother has been a blessing for him as well. He also tells Rachel that she’s a good kid and a sweetheart. Rachel thanks him. Frank says that he hopes that they (Rachel and Frank) can be friends and all. He understands that it would be very important to her mother if they did.

Rachel says that she’d love to get to know him and do stuff with him for her mother. Later, everyone is leaving. Simon and Barb are the last to leave. Barb thanks Rachel for allowing her to come, which Rachel says that she was glad that she could come. Rachel and Barb hug each other. Simon and Barb leave. Frank tells Renee and Rachel that he, too, must leave. He hugs and kisses Renee before giving Rachel a hug. They both thank him for the party. He smiles and says that it was his pleasure. Frank leaves. Rachel asks Renee if she had fun. Renee smiles and says that it was the best birthday ever. Renee hugs and kisses her daughter, thanking her. Rachel tells her that she loves. Renee says that she loves her, too.

Chapter 6
Simon’s car is parked in the woods. Simon and Barb are making out in the backseat. Barb is feeling good. She’s never done this with a boy before. Simon asks her how far she wants to go, as he’s willing to keep it slow if she’s not ready for more. But Barb says no and says that they can go all the way. Simon and Barb continue to make out while taking each other’s clothes off. Simon and Barb have sex for the time. Barb moans with both pain and pleasure. She wants it but it’s hurting at first. From outside in the woods, we can see that Simon and Barb are getting hot and heavy by the car shaking. We back away from the car to find -- A DARK FIGURE watching them.

Meanwhile, at Chloe’s house, Charles and Chloe are kissing each other goodbye in Charles’s car. They tell each other that they love each other. Chloe gets out of the car, saying goodbye to her boyfriend. As she walks up to the front door, Charles drives off. Chloe walks into her house and we find her Uncle MATT JOHNSON and Aunt TINA JOHNSON (early 40s) waiting for her. They’re Brandon’s parents. They asks her how the party was. Chloe tells them that the party was great. Noticing that Brandon isn’t around, she asks where he is. Tina says that he’s staying with Garrett. Chloe says okay and that she’s going to bed. Her Aunt and Uncle says goodnight to her.

Matt tells Tina that when Brandon came home from school earlier that he was accompanied by a girl. Tina asks who she was. Matt says that he didn’t get a chance to meet her, as she left immediately after Brandon walked into the house. Matt says that she was a cute thing, so maybe Brandon likes her. Tina says that she can’t believe that her baby is liking girls now. Matt reminds her that he’s fifteen now. Tina says that she knows but she still can’t believe that he’s becoming a man now.

At Garrett’s house, Garrett and Brandon are standing out in the backyard. Garrett is smoking a cigarette. Garrett passes him the cigarette. Brandon says that he doesn’t smoke. Garrett pushes him to try it anyways. Brandon shrugs and takes the cigarette. He takes a hit of it and coughs. Garrett laughs, telling him that everyone coughs on their first try. Brandon says that he doesn’t care for smoking. Garrett says that it’s okay and that he doesn’t have to smoke if he doesn’t want to.

Somewhere in another hideout, we find Degan and Montgomery drinking Pepsi in glasses. Degan says that it’s been a great day. Montgomery agrees. They clank each other’s glasses and takes a drink. Degan sighs, saying that is good stuff (Pepsi). Montgomery asks if he thinks if the Marysville Survivors will join their group. Degan says that he hopes that they do. If not, then he won’t force them. Degan just thinks that they’re cool and nice people to hang out. Montgomery agrees. Degan finishes his Pepsi and says that he must go home. They broshake each other before Degan leaves. He takes his REAL LUCILLE bat and leaves.

Outside of Barb’s house, we find Simon and Barb kissing each other goodbye. Simon asks Barb how she felt about her first time. Barb says that she enjoyed it, even though it hurt sometimes. Simon says it’ll get better the more they do it. Barb says that she looks forward to having sex with him again. Barb calls Simon her boyfriend, which makes him smile. Simon calls her his girl. They kiss and say goodbye to each other. Simon stands and watches Barb go inside her house. She smiles at him as she closes the door. Simon walks back into his car and drives away.

Simon is driving in the dark and empty road. Suddenly, he sees a dark figure in the road. He swerves to miss and hits a tree. Simon gets out of his car. Confused and concerned. Before he can do anything, a bat hits him in the legs from behind. Simon falls to the ground. He looks up to see -- THE JOKER. He is horrified by this. Suddenly, the Joker is joined by -- HARLEY QUINN. It’s obviously a female under the Harley costume. They both look down at Simon. He begs for his life. But The Joker hits him across the head with the bat.

Chapter 7
The next day, the Marysville Four (as Simon is not with them) arrive at school. They ask each other if they’ve heard from or seen Simon yet. Nobody seems to know anything. They assume that Simon is either sick or came early and is somewhere in the school. They go into the school and talk a little before going to their classes. We find Brandon going to his locker when he’s approached by Kristen, who appears happy to see him. Brandon and Kristen tell each other that they were glad that they got to bond while walking home. Brandon asks if he’d like to do it again. Kristen says that she would love that.

The Marysville Four, Barb, Degan, the rest of Degan’s group, and Garrett are at Science class. Degan is sitting back like a badass. We can’t tell if he’s paying attention or not. He’s just being cool as fuck as usual. Barb looks around to see if Simon is there. But she can’t find him. Barb becomes concerned. Chloe sees this and whispers to her that maybe he’s sick. Barb smiles and nods, feeling reassured that everything is okay.

We cut to an unknown location to us. We find Simon sleeping on a hard floor. He regains consciousness. He looks around his surroundings. He appears to be in a hidden underground room. It is empty and dark with only a dim light on in the middle. Simon realizes that he’s chained up. He calls out for help. But nobody can hear from wherever he’s at. Simon begins to cry as he realize that he’s not going to escape from this. He lays down and thinks about his friends. Especially, Barb. He even says her name as he talks to himself.

After school, Barb and the Marysville Four are walking to the back of the school, where they meet up with Degan and the rest of her group of friends. Degan smiles upon seeing the Marysville Four. He asks Barb where her “Boyfriend” is. Barb says that they haven’t seen or heard from him today yet. Degan just goes, “Huh!”, much like Negan does when having a hard time choosing who to kill with Lucille. He moves to Rachel, who is leading her group, and asks her if they’ve made a decision yet. Rachel says that they have.

It becomes very intense as Rachel stays silent for a while. Jonathan, Nancy, and Steve think that she’s going to say no. Degan, Nadine, and Montgomery aren’t sure what she’ll say. Rachel says yes. Degan smiles and shakes her hand. Rachel hugs him. And with that the Marysville Four and Degan’s group are a single group together. Everyone hugs each other, including Steve, who is finally warming up to the survivors. Barb appears sad that Simon isn’t here to enjoy this moment with them. Nancy tells Barb not to worry about Simon, saying that he’ll get to enjoy many more moments with them, especially with her. Barb smiles and thanks her best friend.

Meanwhile, we find Simon sleeping on the floor of the underground room. The door opens loudly, which wakes Simon up. He opens his eyes to find both The Joker and Harley approaching him. Simon asks them what they want from him. The Joker grabs him while Harley unchains him from the floor. The Joker whacks him, preventing him from fighting back. Both The Joker and Harley carry Simon out of the room. Simon asks them where they’re taking him. But they do not respond to him. After carrying him out of the room, they slam the door shut, which makes a loud BANGING sound.

At the police station, Rachel, Barb, Nancy, and Jonathan are talking to Hopper (Nancy and Jonathan’s father). They inform the Sheriff that they’ve called Simon’s parents and they haven’t seen or heard from him since yesterday. Barb says that she was the last to have seen him as he took her home last night. Hopper asks if maybe he could be just skipping and didn’t want to be caught skipping at home. Rachel says that is not like Simon, pointing out that he’s a typical geek, who’d never skip school. Hopper sighs and says that he’ll look into it. Everyone thanks him. Hopper tells Jonathan and Nancy that he’ll see them at home.

At the unknown location, we find Simon chained up in the air. Chains holding his arms up are chained to the ceiling and chains holding his legs are chained to the floor. Simon is frightened. The Joker and Harley walk in. Harley comes up to him, rubbing his face. She tells him that she’s going to have some fun with him. From the sound of Harley’s voice, she is very high pitched and annoying, despite not even using a voice modulator. She’s disguising her voice all on her own. Simon says, “Fuck off, bitch!” Harley shakes her head and says, “Ah. Ah. Ah. Simon said a bad word. Mama Spank!” Harley walks behind Simon, pulling out a whip from her costume. She pulls down his pants and starts whipping his ass. Simon screams over this. But the more he screams, the harder Harley whips him. She whips him until he’s got a fully red ass.

After whipping him, Harley walks back in front of him. She asks him if that was fun. Simon laughs and says, “Screw you, Harley Quinn.” Harley giggles so adorably but creepingly. She pulls out a drill and says, “I’ll screw you if that’s what you want.” The Joker tells her to do it and to make him (Joker) proud. Harley kisses Simon with her mask and says, “Buh-bye, Simon.” Harley starts the drill and places it against Simon’s temple. Simon screams as the drill digs into his flesh. She pushes it in more. He lets out a scream. Then Harley shoves it all the way into his skull. Then Simon goes silent. Simon Foley, boyfriend of Barb and a member of the Marysville Five, is dead.

The Joker does his infamous laugh. He approaches Harley, whom is very tiny compared to him. The Joker tells her that she’s made him very proud and that she deserves a prize. Harley says, “Oh, goodie! Goodie! Goodie! Mista J!” (She calls him Mista J) and asks what her prize is. The Joker says, “Me.” They take off their masks. As their position is in a dark spot, we can’t see their faces. The unmasked Joker and Harley proceed to make out. Joker lays her next on the floor, next to Simon’s pool of blood, and he removes her clothes. The two killers proceed to have sex.

Chapter 8
Brandon and Kristen are walking around and talking in Brandon’s neighborhood. Brandon is telling Kristen about his night with Garrett, which includes how he beat Garrett in video games. Kristen is impressed with his gaming skills. She tells him that she sucks at it. Brandon says that he’ll teach her. Kristen smiles and says that would be very fun if he could. Brandon says that he has every major video game. He states that he can play anything.

Suddenly, they’re confronted by Troy, Chester, Carol, Dusty, and Diana. Troy pushes Brandon, saying, “What did I tell you the last time I saw you?” Brandon grows a pair and says, “All you said was to leave and I did and now I’m here with her. What are you going to do about it?” Troy says that he’s going to kick his ass. Kristen tells him to leave him alone. But Troy ignores her and gets in Brandon’s face. Brandon shows that he’s tough and takes it with a sass. Brandon even asks him if he wants to “go” (meaning fight). Troy says that he’d love to beat his ass. Troy’s group encourages the fight. Kristen tries to prevent it by making it clear to Troy that she doesn’t want him (Troy). Troy growls and says, “Fine.”

And with that, Troy punches Brandon. But Brandon gets right back up and decks Troy in the face. Troy and his gang are surprised by it. Brandon is much stronger than he appears. Troy tackles Brandon. They proceed to fight. Brandon gets a few punches to Troy. But Troy is much more superior. Suddenly, they hear a voice saying, “HEY!” Troy’s group turns to find Degan, his group, along with the Marysville Four. Degan threatens to beat Troy with Lucille if he doesn’t leave Brandon and Kristen alone.

Despite Degan being barely shorter than them, Troy and his gang are frightened by Degan, as he has a reputation of being a tough hardass. So they run away from him. Degan holds his hand out to Brandon and helps him up. Brandon thanks him. He asks them what they’re up to. Chloe tells him that they’re trying to find their friend Simon. Brandon says that he and Kristen will help, which Kristen agrees to. So they join the group in their search for Simon. They go through every corner and ends of the neighborhood, but this fails.

Meanwhile, the police look all over town for Simon. Hopper is finally taking it serious now that it’s been almost twenty-four hours since anybody has seen him. Near the outskirts of town, not far from Barb’s house, Hopper and his deputies (including Ford from the previous story.) finds Simon’s car. It’s damaged from when he crashed the car. They check inside. But they do not see him. They run the license plate, which confirms the car belonging to Simon. Hopper is scared with thoughts that something bad may have happened to Simon. It’s now that Hopper realizes how serious this is. Simon is not just missing. But he’s in danger.

Back at Simon’s house, Hopper and Ford arrive and tells his parents, Steve and Rita Foley (who appeared briefly in the previous story.), that they found his car. Hopper informs them that it does appear that he was in an accident. But he was not in the car. Rita starts crying into Steve’s shoulder, muttering, “My baby.” Hopper promises the Foley parents that he will find their son. This is seen and heard by Barb, who was hiding behind a tree. She turns around and has a concerned look on her face. She proceeds to cry.

Back at Brandon’s house, Brandon and Kristen walk into his recreation room. They sit on the couch and Brandon turns on the large TV. We find that there is a video game on. Brandon gives a controller to Kristen. He proceeds to direct her how to play the game. So they start playing together. Brandon plays like a pro. But Kristen doesn’t know what to do. Kristen dies in the game. Brandon comes up to her, taking her hand, and grabs the controller. He shows her how to play, having play herself with his help.

Eventually, Kristen gets it. She proceeds to play good. She becomes so excited that she hugs Brandon. As they release each other from their embrace, they stare into each other’s eyes. They lean towards each and kiss. Brandon and Kristen proceeds to make out. It’s Brandon’s first kiss, as well as Kristin’s.

Chapter 9
That evening at the Mathis residence, Renee and Frank are cuddling on the couch together. Renee tells Frank how worried she is for Simon. Frank comforts her, saying that he believes that Hopper will find him. Renee says that she hopes that Frank is right. Frank pours her a glass of wine and hands it to her. Frank tells her that he hopes that the wine will help her calm down. He holds her as she drinks. It’s clear that Frank cares very much about her. Renee continues to talk about Simon, saying what a good kid he is and how he was survivor with Rachel and the rest of her friends.

Frank points out that Renee is a survivor as well. Renee chuckles and rejects this, saying that nobody recognizes her as a survivor. She points out that Rachel and her friends are the “Marysville Five.” Renee claims that she’s just the “Mother of the Survivors.” Frank says that is a good title. As Renee thinks about that, she smiles. She agrees with his sentiment. She feels like a mother to all of the survivors. They love and respect her like their own mother. So the idea of being the “Mother of the Survivors” is not so bad. Frank says that she’s a great mother. Renee turns to him and thanks him. They begin to kiss, which turns into a makeout session.

At the Johnson residence, Chloe returns home and goes straight to her bedroom. As she sits on her bed, there is a knock at her bedroom door. She tells the knocker come in. Her Uncle Matt walks in and asks her if they found Simon yet. Chloe has a sad look on her face and shakes her head. Matt comes and sits next to his niece. He puts his arm around her and she lays her head on his shoulder. Matt tells her that he knows Hopper personally and believes that Hopper will do everything that he can to find Simon.

Chloe nods her head, showing confidence in the new Sheriff. Chloe says that she’s frightened and that she fears the worst for Simon. She points out that Simon just barely survived another Joker attack, which Simon had to kill the Joker himself. Matt nods his head, remembering the events of the first chapter of this story. Matt continues the comfort by saying that he believes that Simon is a strong kid and that he’ll come home alive and well. Chloe says that she hopes so. She says that there is no Marysville Five without Simon. Matt agrees saying that the Marysville Five is a great group of kids who are strong, intelligent, and undefeatable against any killer. Chloe smiles and thanks her Uncle for the comments.

Matt and Chloe hear footsteps coming from the basement floor. In the living room, Tina is watching TV, when she turns to the stairs and finds Brandon and Kristen coming up to the main floor. They look happy together. Brandon takes Kristen by the hand and introduces his mother to his new girlfriend. Tina smiles and shakes Kristen’s hand. Tina tells her how pretty she is, which Kristen thanks her for. Matt and Chloe come downstairs and says hello to them. Chloe gives off a small grin when she sees Brandon and Kristen holding hands. She remembers Degan saving them earlier from Troy. Now she’s happy to see them together.

Brandon tells his parents that he’s going to walk Kristen home. Matt and Tina tells Brandon to be care, reminding him that Simon is still missing. Brandon assures them that he’ll be okay before he and Kristen leaves. After he leaves, Tina has a bittersweet smile on her face. Matt asks his wife if she’s okay. Tina says that she’s happy and sad. Matt asks her what she means by this. Tina explains that she’s happy that her son has a girlfriend but sad because it means that he’s no longer a baby and that he’s growing up to be a man. Chloe says that she understands how that goes. She remembers when she first told her late father about having her first boyfriend, Mark stayed in his bedroom for a few days except to go to the office. Chloe becomes sad as she thinks about her father. She tells her Aunt and Uncle that she’s going to bed.

Hopper arrives home late. He finds that Jonathan and Nancy are still up. He asks them what they’re doing up so late on a school night. Jonathan tells him that they were waiting for him to get home. Hopper points out that he’s home so they can now go to bed. As Hopper goes into the kitchen, they follow him. Nancy asks him if he has found Simon yet. Hopper says no. Jonathan and Nancy berates him for not finding him. An angered Hopper turns to his kids and tells them that he’s doing his damn best. Hopper tells them that he can’t work on miracles.

He points outside and says that he’s got all of his men out there twentyfour-seven trying to search for their friend. So he demands his kids to get off his back. The twins leaves him be. As they go upstairs, Hopper opens the refrigerator and grabs a beer. He opens it and drinks it. He is certainly feeling the pressure and stress. He is fearing the worst right about now. Hopper goes upstairs to relax with his beer. He begins to question his own abilities.

Chapter 10
The next night, we meet a young couple, JEREMIAH and JUDITH (both 21). They’re walking their dogs GROMMET and DAISY (sound familiar?). They’re walking in the outskirts of town together. They stop to make out. Both Grommet and Daisy sense something. They bark at the trees. Jeremiah tells them to stop it. But the dogs become irritated at their owners not listening. So Grommet gets loose of Jeremiah’s grip and he runs to the trees. He barks at the trees. Daisy soon follows. They bark at the same spot. Irritated by this, Jeremiah and Judith run to the spot. They’re horrified but what they see. They both scream at the sight of -- SIMON’S DEAD BODY.

Sometime later, Hopper arrives and Ford tells him that he’s not going to like this. Hopper says, “Oh, God. Please, tell me it’s not the kid.” (Line from Stranger Things.) Ford escorts Hopper to Simon’s body. Hopper nearly breaks down over this. He could not save Simon Foley. He knows that his kids and their friends will be upset by this. He stares at Simon’s body and finds that he’s been drilled in the temple. Ford tells him that it appears that a power drill was most likely used to kill him. Upset by the nature of his murder, Hopper orders for somebody to cover his body.

Hopper and Ford arrive at the Foley house. They knock on their door. Steve and Rita answers the door. The sad look on Hopper’s face says it. Rita asks that he not say it. But the only thing that Hopper can say is that, “I’m so sorry.” And that confirms their fears. Rita screams out loud, crying into her husband’s arms and shoulder. Steve could barely hold himself together as he begins to cry. Hopper himself is fighting back tears. He had hoped to have brought their son back home alive and well.

We cut to Hopper at his desk in his office. He is filled with anger and emotions. He snaps by throwing his arm across his desk, pushing everything off of his desk. He grabs a bouncy ball and throws it a picture, which falls off of the wall upon impact. Hopper breaks down and cries on his desk, burying his face in his arms. Jim Hopper feels like a failure for not saving Simon Foley, a major survivor of the previous Joker murder spree. Having heard the commotion, Ford opens the door, only to see his boss crying. Not wanting to disturb him, Ford closes the door and leaves him be.

The next day, we see a montage of how everyone reacts to Simon’s murder. Barb is crying by herself in the girls’ bathroom. Renee is taking the day off from work, crying on the couch. The doorbell rings. She gets up and answers the door. It’s Frank, who's ready to comfort her. Renee cries in his arms. Frank holds her and comforts her. Rachel and Derek are sitting at a bench at the park together. Both are crying as they cuddle together. At the Johnson’s residence, Chloe is crying on her bed. Charles walks in and goes over to his girlfriend. They hug each other. Charles begins to cry. We find Barb alone in her own bedroom and crying. She reads all of the text messages between her and Simon prior to his death.

A week later, all of our main characters; Rachel, Derek, Chloe, Charles, Barb, Jonathan, Nancy, Steve, Degan (who is actually wearing a suit rather than his Negan costume), Montgomery, Nadine, Brandon, Kristen, Matt, Tina, Renee, Frank, and Hopper are present at Simon’s funeral with his parents. Steve and Rita are crying the most, with Barb crying the second most. Jonathan and Nancy are trying to comfort Barb. But nobody can comfort his parents. Many people try to. But Rita is a mess. As the Priest finishes his speech, the funeral attendees, including our main characters, place roses on Simon’s casket.

At the reception, known as the Wake, which takes place at Simon’s house, all of our main characters are together. Barb sits outside, crying and mourning. Rachel, Derek, Chloe, and Charles get together. They finally admit to themselves that it’s not over. There’s a new murder spree occurring. Having heard this, Degan approaches them and tells them that whatever is going on, he wants to help put an end to it. Jonathan, Nancy, and Steve come up behind him in support. It’s now does Degan’s group finally become members of the Marysville Four.

Chapter 11
We open on Simon’s house, where Rachel, Barb, Derek, Chloe and Charles are talking to Steve and Rita. They ask if they can look in Simon’s belongings for clues about what he was doing at the time of his death. Knowing that they are friends of their son, Steve and Rita agree to let them go into his room. There, the teens look over Simon’s reports and records of the last murder spree. Charles says that the one thing that they know for certain is that the killer murdered Shelly and Mike last time.

Chloe says that they could have killed more victims than that, and points out Simon’s insistence that must be strong, like an adult. Derek says that he’s going to make the Joker look very weak when he gets his hands on him. Barb says that Simon is going to get justice, and they will make sure of that. Everyone piles up their hands in a vow to catch the Joker. After this, Charles says that there will no adult survivors of the first killing spree, except for Reene, who they will rule out, so the killer must be someone new.

Derek wonders if maybe Hooper could be the killer, as he’s tall and strong. He also points out that he could have purposely made sure that efforts to find Simon’s corpse were delayed, and this is the reason why they were found at random by Judith and Jeremiah. Rachel rules that out due to Hooper being present at Simon’s funeral and showing emotions. Barb says that killers are capable of faking emotions, like Tara did. Rachel realizes that Barb does have a point, but they can’t go accuse the sheriff of murder.

The others agree that Hooper is an unlikely suspect, but decide to keep him on the list for now. Meanwhile, at Troy’s house, he, Chester, Dusty, Diana and Carol are sharing a laugh together over Simon’s murder. Troy says that he bets Brandon is peeing his pants over what happened. Everyone laughs again. Just then, Troy gets a knock on the door, and tells Dusty to go answer it. Dusty opens the door and finds THE JOKER on the other side. An unintimidated Dusty tells the Joker to fuck off.

In response, grabs Dusty by the throat and strangles him to death. Dusty is dead. Troy yells at Dusty and asks who is at the door. The Joker walks up and responds “Your doom” The Joker pulls Diana’s chair backwards and slits her throat. Diana is dead. Chester, Carol and Troy attempt to flee, but Carol is caught when The Joker pulls her backwards. He stabs her seven times, killing her, then corners Troy and Chester in a bedroom. The Joker says that he’s got something very special planned for them.

He takes out a Molotov cocktail and throws it at them. The room soon catches fire, with a circle forming around Troy and Chester, who are cornered by the blaze. Dropping the big boy act, they beg the Joker for him. The Joker says that “I’d love to, but I like fire too much” He throws a second Molotov cocktail right on where Troy and Chester are standing, setting them on fire. The Joker walks away as the screaming Troy and Chester are burnt alive, and the house itself burns down. Troy and Chester are dead. Cut to black.

Chapter 12
We open on the next day at Brandon’s house, where he, Kristin and Garrett are hanging out together. Kristin and Brandon are playing together in a boxing video game. To Brandon and Garrett’s surprise, Kristin has shown fast progress. She challenges Brandon to a match on the game, which he accepts. As they begin, Kristin playfully tells Brandon that she’s going to kick his ass. Brandon tells her to bring it on, with Garrett cheering them both on.

Despite Brandon’s efforts, Kristin manages to win the match. She high fives Garrett and laughs at Brandon, who tells Kristin that she is a natural, and asks if she is sure she’s never done this before. Kristin says that she’s sure, and she’ll become the “queen of video games” one day. Brandon says that he was going easy on her, and she won’t beat him next time. Kristin says that they’ll see about that. The trio go eat some pizza together.

Elsewhere, Degan’s group is gathering up to discuss the situation. Degan says that he predicted something like this would happen. Nicole tells Degan that she is cared. Degan hugs her and says that nothing is going to happen, not on his watch. Montgomery tells Degan that that since they allied with the Maryville Four, they may get into danger. Jonathan says that if the Joker comes after him or Nancy, Hopper will punch the bastard into space. Steve says not if he gets to him first.

Nancy smiles at the thought. Montgomery, who earlier checked the news on his phone, tells everyone that Troy and his friends were found dead, Troy’s house getting burnt down. The group is surprised at this, but not saddened, as they were jerks. Barb says that she’s starting to like the Joker, but says that will wear off quickly. Degan tells everyone that by killing Simon, the Joker has sealed his fate.

He advises his group to go for a knife in the kitchen if they hear any odd noises, especially at night. Jonathan says that he’ll sprint down the stairs if he has to. Degan says that he has an idea of his own to catch the Joker, and he’ll tell everyone about it in the morning. Degan’s group turn around and go their separate ways. Degan looks into the woods ahead, where the elementary school is just barely in the distance. Degan takes out his baseball bat and says “We’ll feed you soon Lucille, soon enough”

We cut to Reene and Frank at her home. Reene expresses her worries to Frank about the Joker being back, and tells him about how she lost her son and husband last time. Frank says that Reene and Rachel won’t die, and he knows why. Reene asks why. Frank says that Reene and Rachel are survivors, and he’s seen that for himself, at her birthday party. Reene asks Frank if he really thinks that. Frank assures her that she does. They smile and kiss each other.

Frank goes to do some more, but Reene backs off. She tells him that she isn’t ready to go “all out” yet. Frank says that he understands if Reene needs more time because of Ronald’s death. Reene thanks Frank for understanding, and says he is still welcome here. Frank thanks her and leaves. Around nighttime, we cut to the elementary school. The Joker is hanging out by himself, waiting for Harley to come by and discuss their next move.

As he does, he looks at a photo of Tara. The Joker says that he won’t let her death be in vain, and he’ll finish the work that he started. Another voice says “Not on my watch” The Joker spins around, only to be hit right in the mask with LUCILLE. The Joker is unconscious, and the mask is badly damaged as a result. We see that the attacker is DEGAN. He tells the Joker that he is so going to regret crossing the Marysville Four in a few minutes. He drags the Joker off. The question is, what is Degan planning to do with the killer?

Chapter 13
An hour later, the Joker wakes up, tied to a chair. The Joker yells at Harley, who he thinks did this, but isn’t here, if this is a prank, then their relationship is off. Just then, Degan comes out with Lucille. Degan tells the Joker that this is no prank, and the one who did this is Degan. The Joker asks who the fuck would name their son Degan. Degan explains that is just a nickname that he loves to use. The Joker correctly assumes that Degan is a fan of Negan. Degan says that the Joker is smart, but it won’t help.

The Joker asks Degan what he wants with him. Degan explains that he does not appreciate the Joker killing Simon (nobody knows about Harley Quinn yet) and messing with his friends. Instead of correcting him, The Joker tells Degan that he’s not Negan, and he’s heard this monologue before, like twenty times already. He says that if Degan is going to attempt to kill him, then he should try something original. Degan tells the Joker to shut up and let him finish, as he’s always wanted to do a Negan monologue.

Degan says that the Joker has no idea how not cool starting a murder spree is. The Joker reminds Degan that he is about to murder a man who is tied up to a chair. Degan says that he could make it look like self-defense, and besides, the Joker deserves it. Degan introduces the Joker to Lucille, and announces his intentions to “beat the holy hell” out of the Joker, who pretends to be falling asleep. Degan says that his monologue is supposed to be exciting and frightening, not boring.

The Joker says that Degan is a piss poor remake of Negan, which angers him slightly, and assures him that he will not be panicking in any way. Degan decides that it’s time to hit the Joker with Lucille, and asks for any last words. The Joker says that Degan is not the only one here who has a baseball bat, and yells “NOW!” Just then, Degan gets hit in the back by another baseball bat. Degan spins around to find HARLEY QUINN, equipped with her own baseball bat.

The Joker says that Degan is not the only one who has a girlfriend. Harley tells Degan that she’s the Negan around here, and he does not appreciate Degan kidnapping her lover. Degan notes that Harley is skinner and shorter than him, and concludes that he could take her own in a bat fight no problem. The Joker says that he thought something like that when he recruited her, but she’s better than he even thought she would be. Harley tells Degan to “batter up!”

Degan and Harley start swinging their baseball bats at each other. Although Degan’s has barbed wire around it, Harley’s bat is firm and strong. The fight is also similar to a lightsaber duel, with bats being uses instead. The two occasionally land some blows on each other, with Harley getting scratched by the barbed wire. Eventually, Harley gets the upper hand and smacks Degan hard enough to knock him down. Harley tells Degan that he breathe, he can blink, and he can cry, since this is going to hurt, a lot.

Harley bashes Degan’s head in, much to the Joker’s amusement. Degan, the leader of his group, the Negan obsessed fan boy, and boyfriend of Nadine, is dead. Harley then unties the Joker, who he calls “Mista J” again, and asks if she can get another prize (more sex). The Joker says that he is not her sex machine, but he thanks her for saving him and showing Degan who is the real boss around here. The lovers/killers walk away from Degan’s corpse. Fade to black.

Chapter 14
We cut to the next morning. The Marysville survivors (excluding Renee) and Degan’s group are on the crime scene where Degan’s corpse is found and taken away. As it is, Nicole and Montgomery recognize that it is Degan’s from the clothes that he is wearing and tell Hopper, who is angry and saddened that yet another teen has died under his watch. Sometime later, everyone gathers up at Montgomery’s house. Steve says that even if Degan was a bit annoying sometimes, he can’t believe he really is dead.

Jonathan and Nancy say the same. Nicole says that if the Joker was able to take out Degan, there isn’t much hope for them. Chloe says that isn’t happening, and they will survive. Nicole asks how she can be so sure. Rachel tells everyone that there were times in the last killing spree that she was losing hope. She admits to being manipulated into causing the deaths of her older brother (Robbie) and her father (Ronald).

Rather than breaking down or giving in to despair, Rachel chose to fight and not give in to the Joker’s desire. She tells Degan’s group not to what the Joker wants, but stand strong against him. This convinces Nicole, Nancy, Jonathan, Montgomery and Steve to stay strong. Nicole says that they are going to need a new leader for their group, with Degan’s death and suggests that Montgomery take Degan’s place. He asks if Nadine really thinks that he could do that.

Nicole says that Degan always looked up to Montgomery the most, and he could do this. Steve, Jonathan and Nancy say that Montgomery could be a great leader. Montgomery agrees to become the new leader of the group, and vows to honor Degan’s legacy, though he won’t be dressing up as Negan any time soon. The others group for Montgomery. Rachel and Derek walk away together. Derek says that it’s great that they have Montgomery’s group as friends, and they could do great things together.

Rachel says that hopefully, it will be enough to catch the Joker, and stop him for good this time. Derek insists that wherever Rachel goes, he will follow her in her quest to stop the Joker. Rachel thanks Derek for the assurance. They kiss and go their separate ways. After this, Derek’s phone rings, and he already knows who it is. Derek tell the Joker to “piss off” The Joker says that if Derek insults him again, he’ll rip out his guts and drop them all over Rachel.

Derek is slightly taken aback by a threat like that, but keeps his cool and asks if there is a reason why the Joker is calling him. The Joker says that Derek wants some answers about him and his motives, hell, everybody does. He tells Derek that if he brings Rachel and Renee to the elementary school tonight, they will get some answers. Derek tells the Joker to give him one good reason to consider this offer.

The Joker says that the reason is because he just wants to shit and have a chat. He promises that he won’t bring a knife because “I could beat your ass like a Cherokee drum with or without it, just like I did to Mike” Derek asks if the Joker is willing to bet on that. The Joker says that he is, and he’ll show Derek who it boss later, but he’s only going to focus on talking for tonight, if all three of them are there. Derek agrees to tell Renee and Rachel about the offer. The Joker calls Derek a “good boy” and hangs up.

We cut to Rachel’s house. Derek is telling her, Renee and Frank (who is visiting again), about the offer. Neither Renee nor Frank want Rachel to go, but Rachel insists that they need to get some answers about the Joker, and they will only get them with Renee comes too. Rachel insists that Renee must come with them, and there is no other option. Renee reluctantly agrees to make the trip, with Rachel and Derek coming alone. Frank asks if he could speak to Renee alone for a moment. Renee says sure.

They go to a different room, where Frank asks Renee if she really thinks this is a wise choice. Renee explains that Rachel is going through things that makes her stronger and braver, more than regular people do. She says that she’s not going to let her daughter do this alone, as with her son and husband dead, Rachel is all she has left. Frank understands her decision. He says if he was put in her place, Frank would aid his daughter too. He asks Renee not to die and come back alive. Renee says that she’ll do it. They hug.

Chapter 15
As nighttime comes, Derek, Renee and Rachel arrive outside the Marysville Elementary School. As they walk for the main entrance, Renee tells Derek and Rachel to stay behind her, not wanting them to be right in front of the Joker’s hideout. After going inside, Derek notices arrows pointing toward a classroom in the history hallway, and go inside to find the Joker, sitting in a teacher’s chair. He tells the trio to have a seat. Renee says that she preferring to stand, and the Joker says “Sit the fuck down before I start stabbing you all to death” They reluctantly sit in some desks.

The Joker tells Derek, Renee and Rachel, who he calls “students” that it’s time for a history lesson about him. Rachel asks why he is doing this. The Joker says that’s a very good question, and there is a person that he is doing this for, someone that they know. Derek asks if it is Jeff Blythe. The Joker confirms this. Rachel tells the Joker that Blythe was a “sick fuck” and he deserved to be executed. In response, the Joker slams his knife loudly onto Rachel’s desk, and right in front of her. This momentarily frightens her, Derek and Renee.

The Joker says that if she insults Jeff again, she doesn’t even what to know what will happen, and goes back to the teacher’s chair. Derek asks if the Joker committed the murders of Shelly and Mike, which he confirms. The Joker admits that Mike was a hardass, and he wasn’t the boy that Blythe abused so long ago, but Shelly was weak and stupid. The Joker says that having a female accomplice (Tara) was pretty nice, and he decided that he couldn’t go on without having a replacement.

Just then, Harley Quinn walks into the room. Renee, Rachel and Derek are stunned to see another killer. Harley blows a kiss to Derek, as if flirting with him, and says “Hi, sweeties” Rachel asks who the fuck she is supposed to be. The Joker introduces her as Harley Quinn, his new female accomplice. Harley says that she is the perfect girl for “Mista J” Derek quickly deduces that the Joker and Harley are in love. Harley says that nobody can resist “My pudding” and kisses his mask, even though she has one on.

She sits in another chair and puts her legs on the table. The Joker says that Harley is even better them Tara, and she confesses to killing both Simon and Degan, which surprises them, as they thought the Joker did both of those kills. Harley asks if they have any more questions. Renee asks how the Joker is connected to Jeff. The Joker admits that he knew Jeff personally, before and during he become a child molester. They were best friends, and also shared some common ideas, like child molesting.

Renee asks if the Joker actually helped Jeff with the child molesting. The Joker explains that Jeff and his wife never really got alone, and he never had one. So, they decided to have some fun with kids. The Joker and Jeff then came with the idea to molest children, starting with Kris and Brian (the opening victims of part 1). The Joker says that Jeff never let him touch Rachel, as she was Blythe’s favorite, but he did manage to get one victim, one that is sitting in this very room.

A flashback ensues 10 years ago. Young Derek is tied to a chair. He’s crying. He is shirtless and pantless. Only wearing his underwear. We see shadow of Jeff Blythe and the second masked Joker, standing over Derek. The Joker tells Jeff that it’s his turn to have some fun, and he already got his with Rachel. Jeff agrees to let his partner take care of Derek on his own. The Joker then drags a crying Derek off to his molesting. Back in present day, Derek is shocked to learn Jeff was NOT his molester, but the current Joker.

The Joker admits that Jeff was reckless, and that caused his downfall, while he was more careful with his victims. The whole point of this killing spree is to carry on Jeff’s legacy and avenge him by killing Rachel, who caused his arrest and subsequent execution by telling on Jeff. The Joker then tells Derek, Rachel and Renee that class is dismissed, and Harley opens the door for them. Renee asks the Joker if he’s really just going to let them leave. The Joker says that they’ll get what is coming to them soon enough.

He says that if anyone tries anything, all of them will die instantly. Before leaving, Derek looks at the Joker and tells him that he won’t get away with this. The Joker says that they will see about that. Derek, Rachel and Renee leave the Elementary school. Afterward, Harley tells her lover that she wanted to bash in their skulls with her bat. The Joker says that if Harley really is eager for more, he’ll send her on another assignment, which delights Harley, who starts yelling “Yippie!” in joy, while jumping and clapping. Fade to black.

Chapter 16
We open on the next day. Steve and Nancy are hanging out at his house. Nancy admits to Steve that she feels two emotions about the killing spree. The first one is scared, because of him, her family, and what the killers did to Degan. The second is inspiration, which she received from Rachel’s speech earlier. Steve says that he won’t let anything happen to Nancy, and they will make it out together. Just then, a third voice tells them “I doubt that highly”

Steve turns around to find the Joker, who proceeds to viciously stab garden shears into Steve’s chest. Nancy screams out in horror. Steve Harrington, member of Degan’s group, and boyfriend of Nancy Hooper, is dead. Nancy runs away and takes out her cell phone to call her dad. It appears that the Joker is letting her go and saving her for later, as he isn’t running after her. After receiving the call, Hopper tells Nancy to stay calm and hide, and he’ll be over as fast as he can.

As he is saying this, however, a nail gets shot into Nancy’s side. Nancy screams, which Hopper hears. The Joker picks up the phone and says that Hopper is the worst sheriff ever. Hopper demands that the Joker leave his daughter alone, to which he responds by shooting her with another nail, which Hopper hears. The Joker says that if Hopper hurries, he can have what’s left of her. Hopper quickly gets into his police car and drives off.

The Joker says goodbye to Nancy and shoots her with nine more nails. Nancy Hopper, brother of Jonathan Hopper, daughter of Jim Hopper, and girlfriend of Steve Harrington, is dead. The Joker then proceeds to walk away, a few moments before Hopper arrives. He looks around, shouting “NANCY!” in terror. Soon enough, he finds her corpse and breaks down. Hopper is clearly heartbroken that he has failed, yet again, to save another victim, this time his own daughter.

He holds Nancy’s body into his arms and sobs. We cut to Chloe’s house, where it is revealed that the whole Johnson family (Matt, Tina, Chloe and Brandon) have all been tied up to chairs and are unconscious. Their abductor is Harley, who giggles at her future victims. After everyone wakes up, Chloe asks Harley what she wants. Harley tells Chloe that what she is about to do isn’t really personal, but she wants to impress her “pudding (The Joker), though that won’t stop her from enjoying this.

Brandon calls Harley a bitch and tell her to stay away from him. After taking out an ice scream spoon, Harley says that she’ll stay away from him, and walks up to Matt instead. Harley sticks the spoon into his left eye socket, before gouging his eye out. Chloe and her family scream as this happens. Harley then gouges out Matt’s other eye, and finishes him off by stabbing him in the throat. Matt Johnson, uncle to Chloe Johnson, husband of Tina Johnson, and father to Brandon Johnson, is dead.

Chloe, Brandon and Tina are hysterical at witnessing Matt’s death. Chloe screams for Harley to stop. Harley refuses, as her pudding would be very angry if she didn’t kill at least three of them, which is what she was told to do. Harley stabs her knife into Tina’s face. Tina screams in terror. Harley says that she’s not quite done just yet. She carves the knife all the way through Tina’s face, cutting all of it off. Tina Johnson, wife of Matt Johnson, mother of Brandon Johnson and aunt to Chloe Johnson, is dead.

Chloe and Brandon, who are both in hysterical crying fits, beg Harley to stop, saying that she’s done enough. Harley tells them to stop being babies and smacks Chloe. She says that she’s been waiting to perform this kill for a long time. Harley takes out a taser and starts shocking Brandon, but Brandon proves that he is strong, and prevents himself from screaming. Harley says that Brandon is just asking for it now, as she wants to hear him scream before he dies.

She tasers Brandon in the groin, which causes him to scream, but not too loudly. Harley says that she’s having so much fun, and thanks Brandon for keeping up the resistance, before going on to advance the torture. She saws off Brandon’s right hand with her knife. Brandon finally gives in and screams from the pain. Chloe is also screaming in horror. Harley giggles and stabs Brandon in the head, finally killing him. Brandon Johnson, son of Tina and Matt Johnson, and cousin to Chloe Johnson, is dead.

Harley then looks at Chloe, who has fainted from shock and horror at the death of her entire family. Harley calls Chloe a crybaby and wonders how she ever survived the first killing spree. She unties Chloe’s restraints so that she can leaves when she wakes up. Harley takes her phone and takes photos of the three corpses, before sending them to the Joker. Harley says that Mista J is going to love this. She walks away. Cut to black.

Chapter 17
Around nighttime, Chloe staggers out of her home, an utter emotional mess. She is accompanied by Kristin, Garrett and Charles, who had received a text earlier by Harley to come to his girlfriend’s house. Chloe is in the process of a mental breakdown. Charles is doing his best to comfort her, but it is clearly not working, so, he just cries with her. Kristin and Garrett also cry because of Brandon’s death. At Steve’s house, the crime scene is going on. Jonathan, Nadine, Montgomery, and Barb come running up.

They ask Hopper what happened. Hopper explains there have been two murders here, and three more at the Johnson house. Jonathan asks if they know the identity of the victims. Hopper says one is Steve, but cannot bring himself to say the other. Jonathan sees the look in Hopper’s eyes and asks him to tell him that Nancy is ok. Hopper wants, but can’t say what his son wants to hear. He shakes his head and says “She’s gone” Jonathan sinks to his knees when he sees two corpses being wheeled out.

Hopper and the others try to comfort Jonathan, but he, refusing to believe the body is Nancy, runs past the yellow tape, and runs over to the sheet, which he pulls off. Jonathan screams when he sees his dead sister. He hugs Nancy’s corpse, screaming and crying. Multiple cops run over and go to drag Jonathan away from Nancy’s corpse, but Hopper comes in first and takes his son into his own arms instead. The cops respect this decision and let Hopper handle it.

Hopper carries Jonathan back to his friends, who wrap their arms around him and hug him. We reopen at the Mathis basement the next day. Rachel, Frank, Renee, Chloe, Charles, Kristin, Barb, Garrett, Nadine, Montgomery, Hopper and Jonathan (all the surviving characters) are all gathering up to mourn their latest losses, especially Nancy and Brandon. Jonathan and Hopper admit that Nancy was everything to them, now this psychotic, sadistic bastard has murdered them.

Hopper says that at first, it was just his job to catch the killer, but now, this is personal. Jonathan says that the Joker has just crossed the line of no return with Nancy’s death, and he and his dad would like to officially join the group to help end the Joker. Chloe says that the Joker killed her aunt, uncle and cousin, all right in front of her, without any remorse whatsoever. She says that she’ll take all the help she can get to kill Harley.

Barb and Kristin say that Harley killed their boyfriends (Simon and Brandon) and they won’t let Chloe do it alone. Rachel accepts everyone’s offered help, and they take a vow to defeat Harley and Joker once and for all. Derek says that they need a plan, and they can’t just go out looking for the Joker in the elementary school, as he might not even be there. Charles says that he has an idea, if anyone is up for it. Chloe tells him to go for it.

Charles suggests that they hold a party tomorrow, as if to lure the killers in to take them all out at once. It would be a very tempting opportunity for them. When the Joker and Harley take it, they could swoop him and stop the killing spree once and for all. Everyone says that Charles’ proposal sounds like it could work, but Kristin warns that they should not get overconfident. Frank says that they can hold the party at his house, which is big enough to store everyone. With that, the plan is set up and everyone is ready to fight the killers. Cut to black.

Chapter 18
We open on Frank’s house the next day. Rachel, Frank, Renee, Chloe, Charles, Kristin, Barb, Garrett, Nicole, Montgomery, Hopper and Jonathan have gathered up and are getting the party going. Jonathan and Hopper are standing guard outside, keeping a lookout for the Joker and Harley, intending to alert the others when they do. Jonathan and Hooper walk around the house in circles, talking about Nancy while they do. Jonathan asks why Nancy had to die, and that she deserved to live.

Hopper says that there are just some bad people in the world who don’t care about others, like the Joker and Harley Quinn. Hopper admits that one of the reasons why he became sheriff after Ronald’s death was because he wanted to avoid the same fate for Nancy. Rachel lost her older brother and father, and Hopper doesn’t want Jonathan or Nancy to suffer that fate. Hopper makes a promise to Jonathan that he will not die and they will stay together.

He and Jonathan get into a father-son hug. Just then, the Joker comes running up. He shoots Hopper with a tranquillizer dart and knocks him out. Before the Joker can shoot Jonathan, he charges at the Joker and tackles him. The Joker quickly knocks Jonathan off of him, not messing around in case if he attracts everyone else’s attention. He shoots Jonathan with the tranquilizer and subdues him.

After this, the Joker takes Hopper’s police baton and goes to the back yard of the house. There, Renee and Frank are talking. Renee thanks Frank for letting them do this in his house. Frank says that it’s no problem. Renee says that taking on a serial killer counts as a problem. Frank admits to Renee that he would not do this for a stranger, and to him, Renee is more than just a stranger. Renee says that she feels the same way. She and Frank lean closer and exchange a kiss.

Renee backs away, surprised that she really did that. She admits that the only person that she ever kissed was Ronald, and their relationship was like “love at first sight” thing. Frank says that it’s ok if Renee needs more time to get used to this, and they can drag it out. Renee thanks Frank for being so reasonable. Suddenly, Hopper’s police baton smacks them both over the head, and both are unconscious. We find that the attacker is the Joker, who sends a text to Harley to come outside.

Inside, after about two minutes, Harley gets dressed and goes to sneak outside to meet up with the Joker. As she approaches the back door, Harley is spotted by Garrett, who tries to shout to the others that Harley is here, but Harley struggles to keep him quiet. She takes Garrett toward the back door and slams it against his head twice. It’s hard enough to crack his head and cause enough head trauma to kill him. Garrett Hobart, friend of Kristin Morgan and Brandon Johnson, is dead.

Harley then goes outside, where Frank, Hopper and Jonathan are all gone. The Joker, armed with a machete, says that he tied all of them up to trees, just like they planned, except for Renee, who is still lying on the ground. The Joker also reveals that Charles came out here, and he knocked him out and tied him up as well. Harley asks if it’s time for the fun stuff now. The two killers go into the house, this time making their presence known. They first encounter Nadine and Montgomery, whom they proceed to swiftly attack.

Harley runs up to the Nicole and stabs her in the head. Nadine, girlfriend of Degan, is dead. The Joker stabs the machete through Montgomery’s stomach, impaling him. Montgomery, 2nd leader of Degan’s group, is dead. Chloe, Barb, Rachel, Derek hear the noise and come running up. When they arrive, the Joker and Harley run outside, pursued by the teens. The killers stop running when they reach Renee, and the Joker takes her hostage, forcing everyone to stand down. The Joker says that this is the event that they have all been waiting for. The truth. Cut to black.

Chapter 19
The Joker continues holding Renee hostage in front of Derek, Rachel, Chloe and Barb, with Harley standing beside him. Rachel demands that the Joker let her mother go. The Joker tells Rachel to shut her mouth, and Derek is the one who will decide her fate. Derek asks the Joker what he means. The Joker says that Derek must figure out his identity, after which he will put Renee down, but kill her after he is finished with everyone else. Derek asks how the fuck he is supposed to know that. The Joker suggests he think back to his molesting.

After the revelation in chapter 15, Derek never wanted to go back to it, but to save his girlfriend’s mother, Derek decides to do it. In the flashback in chapter 15, the Joker drags little Derek away to a private room to be molested. Little Derek is whimpering and crying in his chair. The Joker takes off his mask, his face being concealed by the darkness. Little Derek cries for “daddy” to help him. The Joker laughs and says “I’m your daddy now” before leaning forward. Now, we get a good look at his identity, his face, that of…

FRANK CHAMBERS. He’s 10 years younger, but there is no mistaking it, it’s Frank. Back in present day, Derek tells the Joker “Frank”, and he takes off his mask, confirming that the mastermind Joker is truly Frank, who puts Renee down as promised. Everyone, especially Rachel, is stunned. Frank says that it was hard to feign unconsciousness after he got hit earlier, but he could take the pain. He asks if everyone is surprised. Rachel asks why he did it.

Frank says that they already talked about it, but they didn’t get into the full details about how everything was organized. Frank explains that he and Jeff Blythe were childhood friends, and that they started the molesting spree together. This ended when Rachel ratted Jeff out, and he was sentenced to death. Before he was executed, however, the two had a final meeting. We flashback to Frank visiting Jeff in jail, two days before his execution. Jeff says that he really should have taken Frank’s suggestion of putting on a mask.

Frank tells him “No shit, Sherlock” Jeff says that Frank is really funny, but he’s still out there, and he could continue this. Frank asks how. Jeff asks that Frank one day carry on his killing spree, and target the “little bitch (Rachel)’s family” Frank says that he didn’t get caught this time, and he won’t next time. Jeff says that he has an idea for an accomplice, and explains that one of the girls he molested actually seemed to like it. Frank smiles and says that he had something similar going on. They share a laugh.

Back in present day, Chloe guesses that the girl that fell in love with Jeff was Tara, which Frank confirms. Frank explains that he didn’t want to do it alone, and it’s always safer to have someone to help you, but Tara was too young at the time, so he waited for ten long years to finally exact his revenge on the Mathis family. To this end, Frank set up the traps for Robbie and Ronald, meaning that Frank was responsible for tricking Rachel into killing her father and brother. He laughs at Rachel, asking if she wants to kill Renee next.

Rachel goes to lunge at Frank, but he and Harley point their knives at her. Frank tells Rachel that killing Tara just made the killing spree even worse than it was before. Rachel says that Tara was a psychopath, just like Jeff was. Frank contains his anger at her comment and resumes his monologue. He says that he needed a new accomplice after Tara’s death, and says that he too had made a “fangirl” during his molesting spree, and points at Harley. Barb asks if Harley is another survivor. Harley says “Yes and No”, and takes off her mask. Harley Quinn is…

KRISTEN MORGAN. Her friends stare in shock. Kristin tells them that they really shouldn’t be surprised, pointing out that she wasn’t present for the entire massacre. Chloe says that it can’t be her, and she loved Brandon, not Frank. Kristin giggles and says that she told a few lies. Kristin reveals that although she didn’t participate in season 1, Kristin was another molesting victim of Frank. However, instead of being traumatized, Kristin liked it.

Rachel asks Kristin if she has neglectful parents, like Tara did, and she viewed Frank as the only giving her attention. Kristen admits that she has good parents, but despite their efforts to raise her properly, she simply liked Frank more, despite their huge age difference. Frank says after Tara’s death, he tracked down Kristen, who still loved him, and they resumed the killing spree together to finish the job. Frank explains that he decided to target Simon first, who horror knowledge posed a threat for him.

To get rid of Simon, he paid the opening assailant, Will Byers, over $700 (which he got from looting the season 1 victims) to do the job for them, hoping for a head start. When this failed, Frank and Kristen did the job instead. Frank admits that Kristen has been far more useful than he thought, and this time, the two got personal involved with their victims. Frank says that it was pretty fun pretending to love Reene, and it was a good way to earn her trust, with Kristen saying that same about Brandon.

As the monologue goes on, Renee wakes up and sees that her boyfriend in the killer. Frank explains that Charles, Jonathan and Hopper are tied up to trees some distance of here, and he’ll burn them alive after he’s done with the rest. Kristen says that she’s getting bored and asks Frank if they go stab everyone to death already. Frank and Kristen raise their knives up to do so. Just then, Renee jumps up and leaps onto Frank’s back. Kristen goes to help him, but is attacked by Chloe and Barb.

Derek and Rachel go to help Renee, whom Frank throws off of his back. Derek and Rachel attempt to fight Frank together, but Frank is very strong and tall, much more than Tara ever was. He kicks and knees Rachel and Derek away. Frank has more of a challenge with Renee, who is an adult. She asks Frank if he ever loved her. Frank confirms that he never did, but says that he’s a way better choice than Ronald ever was. Renee and Frank start throwing some punches and kicks.

Renee is showing a much better performance in fighting than her fight with Tara, motivated by a more personal betrayal. Frank still manages to hold his ground, but isn’t overwhelming Renee. Meanwhile, Chloe and Barb fight Kirsten. Kristen says that Chloe and Barb are gonna die just like Brandon and Simon did. Chloe and Barb say that Kristen doesn’t want to see them when they are angry, but she’s sealed her fate.

The girl fight is brutal and vicious; two against one. They throw punches, pull each other's hair, and throw each other around. They even scratch and bite each other. Something similar is going on with Renee and Frank, but Frank gets the upper hand. Rachel notices Frank’s knife, which he has dropped. Rachel picks it up and tries to throw it into his head, but it only hits his shoulder, which still hurts him. Frank rips it out and calls Rachel a slut.

Derek runs up to Frank and punches him in the face for insulting his girlfriend. Frank swiftly punches him back, breaking his nose with only one punch. Renee puts her elbow around Frank, putting him in a headlock. She yells at Rachel to grab the knife and throw it again. Frank breaks free of Renee’s grip and tries to stop Rachel. However, before either of them can get the knife, Derek takes it first. He throws it at Frank. This time, it hits him right in the forehead. Frank Chambers, the mastermind Joker, accomplice of Jeff Blythe, and lover of Kirstin Morgan, is dead. Derek tells Frank “Good riddance, fucker”

The fight with Kristin, Chloe and Barb is interrupted with Frank’s death. Kristin screams over her lover’s death. Kristin now finds herself surrounded by Renee, Barb, Rachel, Derek and Chloe all at once. Already bruised and beaten, Kristen says that they will finish this another time. She takes out a smoke grenade from her pocket and uses it to cover everyone in smoke. This disorients and confuses them enough for Kirsten to run away. Chloe tries to chase after her, but Kristen manages to escape. Kristin says to herself that Frank will be avenged, and they still have the “secret plan” to enact. Cut to black.

Chapter 20
We open on the aftermath after Frank’s death. Hopper, Jonathan and Charles have been untied from the trees. Charles and Chloe, as well as Jonathan and Hopper, are hugging, happy that they have survived the killing spree and defeated the Joker. However, Kristen has escaped, and Renee telling Rachel and Hopper something else that doesn’t make sense. She explains that she and Frank were both attacked by the Joker earlier, so how could Frank be the Joker if he was attacked? Rachel and Hopper realize that she has a point, and something is not adding up.

Two days later, we cut to the Marysvillle Elementary School. Kristen is there, in the principal’s office, talking with someone, who is revealed to be ANOTHER JOKER. This Joker, however, is wearing a different kind of mask. This one has some green hair around it, and a WAY bigger smile on it, very creepy and disturbing (You’ll see in the photo next season), far more than Frank’s or Tara’s. Kristen says that the Joker looks like someone who just came out of an acid tank. The Joker says that this is why he loves this mask better. He expresses his regrets for not using it while killing Troy and his friends (meaning that this Joker did the kills on chapter 11).

The Joker gets back to the subject and asks Kristin if Frank mentioned him at all in the reveal. Kristen says that he did not, and those “idiots” have no idea that the Joker is still out there. The Joker says that is good, but they must go into hiding. They must start over and think of a new plan now that "the boss (Frank)" is dead. The Joker says that Frank will be avenged. Kristen asks if she can torture Derek to death to avenge Frank when they eventually get there.

The Joker says that if Derek survives that long, maybe she can burn him alive. He tells Kristen that she can't go around killing him the current cotume of hers, and she needs a "makeover" To this end, the Joker opens a closet and shows Kristen her new costume (which will be shown on the season 3 page). Kristin is in awe and loves the costume. The Joker and Kristin say that this isn’t over, not even close. Cut to black.

Confirmed Facts

 * Tara's accomplice will be revealed in this story.
 * Tara's victims and the new Joker's victims from the first story will be confirmed in this story.
 * A survivor will die.
 * There will be a surprising bombshell about the Joker killing the victims in Chapter 11 once the Joker is revealed.
 * It is revealed that a secret Joker killed Troy and his friends, not Frank as assumed.
 * The story has officially been taken over my, The Noah Killer. About half of the chapters are already written by DCN, so he gets most of the credit.