Philippine Treasure

Story by houndlover56 on SoFurry

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#12 of The Amazing Race 2


On the last leg of the Amazing Race, the teams traveled to Fiji where they had to give each other massages in possibly the creepiest challenge ever done in the race. After that, they had to eat a vegetarian meal then a mad dash to the finish. The mountain climber took victory. Maxwell & Richard once again came in last, but this time, they were officially cut. 11 teams are still left in the race. Who's next? Find out right here on... the Amazing Race.

***

"Welcome back to Fiji." Toner says. "Yesterday's winners are the first ones up today." Becky step up and presses the clue box button.

"Route Info: take next flight to the Philippines." The Philippines used to be a US naval base. Now, it's just a series of islands off the coast of Vietnam and China. Their next clue will be at the airport.

"Let's go!" Becky says. Her and KiKi run like hell as the rest of the teams get the next clue and head for the airport.

***

The plane takes off for its 6-hour flight with all 11 teams on board. "Silver's not my favorite color in the world, but right now, it's definitely worth it." Tammy says.

"I can't believe we're still in this thing," Rachel says, "but after getting two penalties and being U-Turned once, it's kind of nice knowing that we're back in the top two."

"I can't believe those Olympic bastards are still here." DeeDee says.

"I think the more important detail is that our whole team is still here." Diesel says.

"So true. Isn't that right guys?"

"Absolutely." Kit says. "We're still sticking together no matter what. After all, we need all the help we can get if we're going to make it to the finals."

"Are we still in this deal?" Vince asks.

"Of course." Kitty says. "It's not our fault you guys have been slipping behind."

"Hey! We're still in the race, are we not?"

"Right. But, if you guys can't catch up..."

"Then you left behind." DeeDee finishes Kitty's sentence. "It happened last year with The Axis, and if you two slip up, we're not coming to help either of you." Vince opens his mouth to say something back but Sam covers his muzzle.

"Understood." Sam says.

"Hey, Griffin?" Zander asks.

"Yeah?" Griffin says.

"I'm really scared right now. We're the last team left of our original alliance. What if we end up losing the whole show?"

"I'm sure that's not going to happen. After all, weaker teams like Milon & Zax and Barbara & Eddy are still in the race."

"Yes, but once it gets down to the final 9, were dead meat." Griffin puts his paws on Zander's shoulder.

"I assure you that nothing bad is going to happen to us. Ok?"

"Ok."

"Hey, Zax?" Milon elbows his partner to wake him up.

"Yeah? What's up?" Zax asks.

"I think it's time we had a serious chat. It's great that we're still in this game, but we need to start stepping it up if we want any chance to win the million dollars."

"I know. But right now, there's a bunch of teams left, as long as we stay ahead of at least one team, we'll be just fine. After all, it's how this race works."

***

The plane lands at 1:37 pm near the town of Sabang and everyone races to get the next clue. "Route Info: head to the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River." Zoe reads. This is river is also known as the Underground River, and is known as a tourist attraction. Players will find the next clue box just outside of the water.

Once teams know exactly where to go, they quickly get into their cabs and drive off towards the river. "Dude, I think we're catching up." Mitch says. "I only see 3 cabs ahead of us."

"You're right." Jasper says. "Maybe we could actually be in the top 3 today."

"That would be sick, man." They fist bump and start speeding up.

"What do you think the challenge would be if it involves a river?" Patricia asks.

"Probably something that involves swimming." Zoe says. "Or diving. Or pretty much anything since Toner a freakin' oddball."

"True 'dat."

"Why did we make the cruise directors take a different cab?" Kitty asks.

"Because, they're on the outer ring of the alliance. They want back in? They have to earn their way back in." DeeDee says.

"That seems a little harsh, don't you think?" Kit asks

"Trust me, this isn't the worst thing that she's done." Diesel says. "The worst thing would probably be when she locked a coworker in a jail cell just because she accidentally spilled pepper on her."

"That wasn't an accident. She even admitted to it!" DeeDee says.

"No, you forced her to admit it or else you would use your taser gun."

"How'd she become a cop?" Kit asks.

***

The Olympians and mountain climbers make it to the river first. The see a large body of water and a huge wall of rock with a hole that's obviously a cavern. Rachel makes it to the clue box first. "Roadblock: it's time to search for gold." Whoever received the massage in Fiji must dive into the water with a headlamp and flashlight and search the river for gold doubloons at the bottom. Once they find one, reunite with their partner, they'll find their next clue in the glove compartment of their cabs.

"I guess I'm going in." Tammy says. "Wish me luck." She dives into the water walks into the cave.

"Guess it's my turn." Becky says. She gets her headlamp and jumps in.

"Good luck!" Rachel and KiKi say at the same time. While those teams take the lead, more teams start showing up for the challenge.

"I have to dive into water!?" Diesel says.

"Boohoo, get in there!" DeeDee pushes her partner in the river.

"That was a bit cold." Kit says as she jumps in.

"No it wasn't! It's called encouragement!"

"Whatever!"

"Wish me luck." Griffin says. He kisses Zander on the cheek and jumps into the water.

"Cannonball?" Milon asks.

"You're on." Joey says. The two of them jump in together. "That was awesome! We managed to get our teammates." She points to Zax and Miles, who's legs are wet from the backsplash.

"Awesome."

"It's my turn to rock, dude." Mitch says. He jumps in and follows the other into the cave. Vince & Sam soon arrive.

"About time you guys got here." DeeDee says.

"I'm sorry." Vince. "We got stuck in traffic. But we're here." Sam gets the clue and reads it.

"Oh, crud. I have to find coins at the bottom of a river? This is gonna be a long day." Sam says as he jumps into the water. By the time the publishers and critics get to the river, some teams start to have trouble.

"How am I supposed to find a small coin in this huge river?" Diesel asks.

"Not sure. Just keep looking." Kit says. The two swim further downstream.

"Wanna look together?" Barbara asks.

"I don't know." Zoe says. "Why do you want to work together all of a sudden?"

"Well, I've noticed some powerful players in the game. Specifically the twins, Policefurs, and Olympians. Someone's got to take them out."

"You've got a point. But right now, I'm trying to focus on not coming in last." Zoe reaches underwater and feels around. "Great. Nothing." Barbara walks a few feet and looks underwater. She trained her eyes so she can see underwater.

"I can't find anything either."

"Hey, can I talk to you?" Tammy asks.

"Sure. What?" Becky says.

"Listen. I hate you, you hate me. But right now, I have a bigger hate I want to take care of."

"Who?"

"The twins and police-dopes. If you help me knock them out of the race, I'll assure you you'll be in the final 6. I can promise that."

"That's unexpected, conniving, and crazy... I like it. Do you have a plan in mind?"

"How about... a little sabotage?" Tammy points into another tunnel where Diesel is searching for the gold coins. "Follow my lead." Becky follows Tammy into the tunnel and walks slower than her to create distance.

"C'mon, where are the fucking coins?!" Diesel says.

"Hey, Diesel." Tammy politely says.

"What do you want, devil woman?"

"Well, I can't seem to find any coins and wondering are the coins easy to find, or are they hidden under rocks or something?"

"If I had a coin, I'd know that by now." Diesel reaches underwater and feels something his his paw. He grabs it and brings it up. "Sweet! I found two!"

"Good. Then you know where to find others." Tammy punches Diesel's headlight and swipes away the coins. "See you in last place, losers!" As Diesel's light fades away, Tammy and Becky race to get out of the cave.

"What happened?" Kit asks.

"Tammy broke my light and stole our coin." Diesel says.

"No! That cheating little bitch! And was that Becky with her? I thought she was one of the good guys! C'mon, we have to keep searching."

"I found one!" Sam says.

"Me too," Mitch says, "great job, dude."

"Thanks." Tammy and Becky make it back to the others first.

"What happened in there?" Rachel asks.

"I'll explain on the way, let's go!" Tammy says. "First place here we come!" The Olympians and mountain climbers share a cab. KiKi gets into the glove compartment and reads the next clue.

"Route Info: get to the Dayunan Tourist Inn." After teams are done at the river, they must travel to the town of Puerto Princesa and find the checkpoint at a local Inn. Last team there, could be eliminated.

"I found two!" Barbara says. She walks over to Zoe, grabs her paw, and puts one of the coins in it. "Consider this an official offer to work with me and Eddy." As Barbara starts swimming out of the cave, Zoe follows.

"Whew! Found one." Griffin says.

"I think everyone's found one." Joey says. As teams exit the river and travel the 80 minute drive to Puerto Princesa, the race to come in first intensifies. One cab pulls up outside of the Inn and those inside race for the rug which is right outside the front doors of the hotel.

"Congratulations, you're in first place..." Toner says, "Tammy & Rachel." The Olympians hugs each other tight and cheer. As they step off, Becky & KiKi step on. "Second place goes to the mountain climbers."

"Awesome." KiKi says. More and more cabs start showing up at the Inn.

"Griffin & Zander, you're in third place." Toner says.

"Sweet! I knew taking that shortcut was a good idea." Griffin says.

"We did great, kitty." Zander kisses Griffin and they step off the rug. The Uptown Crew minus Vince & Sam make it there next.

"Kit & Kitty, 4th place." Toner announces. The twins hi5 and the Policefurs step up. "Diesel & DeeDee, 5th place."

Milon & Zax- 6th place

Jasper & Mitch- 7th place

Barbara & Eddy- 8th place.

"Zoe & Patricia, you've come in 9th today."

"Awesome." Patricia says. "What was it like in that river by the way?"

"I'll tell you about it later tonight." Zoe says as they step off. That leaves the meat hating vegetarians and the flamboyant cruise directors. Toner sees two cabs in the distance and think to himself: "it's gonna be a close one."

Both cabs stop at the same time and Miles &

Joey and Vince & Sam race out towards the checkpoint. The cruise directors slowly pass them, but Sam trips on a loose board and falls. "Ow!!!!!" He exclaims. Vince turns around and helps his boyfriend up.

"You alright, Sam?"

"No. I think I broke my ankle."

"We've gotta hurry!"

"It's too late." Sam points ahead at Miles & Joey, who stand on the rug.

"10th place goes to the vegetarians." Toner announces. As they step off, Vince helps a limping Sam onto the rug. "Vince & Sam, you're the last team to arrive."

"Awww, man!" Vince says. DeeDee walks up to them.

"By the way, you guys are definitely out of the alliance." She says, then walks away.

"Could this day get any worse?" Sam asks.

"Yes it can." Toner says. "I could tell you that you pretty much broke your ankle for nothing as this was a non-elimination round so either way, you were gonna stay."

"You've gotta be kidding!!" Sam says.

"Nope. But you boys are still in the race... as soon as we get Sam checked by a doctor." Vince helps Sam off the rug. "Well, no one went home. Will Sam be ok? I always have my doubts, and until next time, this is... the Amazing Race."