The Epic Quest

Disclaimer for this and all future chapters: I don't own TAWOG.

I'm Marches45, the author. Here's a new fanfiction story of mine that's based off an ancient story off of which many, many, many stories have been based. As you read, think about what exactly the thematic material is and who wrote it. Definitely review if you think you've got the answer. For the final chapter, I will announce the guest winner and the signed-in winner.

Just so you know, Gumball is an adult married to Carrie (I just love that pairing even though I know it will never become canon). If you don't like that pairing, please don't be rude about it. Okay, here we go.

Chapter 1: The Start of the Quest

It was a calm, quiet morning in the Watterson house. Gumball Watterson, now an adult, was sitting in the living room, watching Daisy the Donkey reruns on TV. He was feeling rather nostalgic doing so, as he recalled his past.

A smile began to form on his face, and he rested his head in his hand and his elbow on his leg as he watched the show. He turned to face his wife, who had floated in and sat on the couch next to him, and his smile grew.

"I miss the old days," he said. "Back when we were younger, and we had just started our long lives together."

"I do, too, sweetie," Carrie said, smiling and putting a hand on Gumball's hunched back. "I do, too."

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"Then we got older, and we had to split up. Being without you for four long years was…was unbearable, Carrie. I don't know how I did it," he admitted sadly.

"Oh, Gumball," she consoled, softly rubbing his back.

"It was worth it, though. When those years were finally up, I came back to the most beautiful woman undead."

"Oh, you!" she giggled, blushing. Leaning toward him, she gave him a kiss on the cheek.

"Then, after we were married, we really loved each other," he continued, grinning.

"Oh, yeah!" Carrie started to laugh. "We fucked. So. Much!"

"Haha, yeah!" Gumball agreed, thinking about his multiple children. He and Carrie had had sex so many times, they had become the parents to more than 60 kids. Sighing, he said, "Life is great now."

"It sure is," Carrie concurred.

Looking at her, Gumball smiled and said, "I love you, Carrie."

"I love you, too, Gumball," she returned, smiling lovingly.

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Gumball reached out with his free hand and pulled her into a hug. They followed it up with a kiss. Carrie then got up and said, "Oh, Gumball, I need you to go out to get groceries."

"Sure thing, Carrie," he nodded in compliance.

"Here's a list of what everyone needs and wants."

She handed him the list, he read it over, and then he stood up.

"Alright. I'll be back as soon as possible," he announced.

"Take care."

"I will."

Gumball pulled her into a quick kiss, grabbed his wallet and keys, and went out to his car. He got in, started the engine, and drove off to the grocery store.

So, do you think you figured it out yet? The title is a hint, if you're having trouble. Read and review.