Theousus(Story)

Theousus, or fully titled (Theousus: The Smartest Caveman Ever,) was the first story in the Theousus series in which an average, yet depressed and suicidal caveman from year 1,000,000 BC is mysteriously transported to the modern age when he jumps off a cliff to end his life. The story was created by Miles Hadley, and the book was written by both Miles And Zachary Hadley.

Plot:

Part IV gives more of an explanation to how Theousus travelled to the modern age in the first place, as a council from the far future saw hope in Theousus's life to improve, and that it could be if he left his time period to a more peaceful one, so after learning Theousus was going to commit suicide, they insert a special time circuit in the ground, which is set in the middle of the cliff, so that when he jumps, the time capsule catches him and sends him to modern times. This ends up happening, and Theousus feels a woosh as he dissapears.

Theousus blasts into a park in Provo, Utah in the year 2010 AD. He notices a group of girls kicking a soccer ball around, although he confuses it to be a, "strange white ball shaped thingy with black spots on it," but is glad that their activity isn't violent unlike what has been happening to him for all his life. As Theousus takes a seat on a bench, one of the girs trips and lands on the ground before him. As she looks up, she smiles kindly and says hello to him, while she and her friends playfully humilate him.

The soccer coach calls for the girls to continue the game, and they go forth and do so, while saying goodbye to Theousus for now. Later, the team decides to go out for Ice Cream to reward themselves for their victory. Theousus asks to go with them, but the girls are skeptical at first, except for the girl he met earlier who allows him to come along.

Theousus gets a Plum Sorbet with Honey, which is right up his alley, and then is asked by the girls to tell them about himself. Theousus tells his tragic story, saddening the girls a bit, and the same girl, known as Jessica decides to give him a home in an old abandoned barn in the middle of a field, and is invited the next day to come to school with her disguised as an inspector.

The next day, he arrives at the school well-disguised, and Principal Whiggins allows him into Ms. Klein's 3rd grade class, the same class as Jessica to inspect the classroom. Theousus sits near Jessica's desk, and they try to do math, but it doesn't seem to click with him well. At lunchtime, Theousus gets lots of food to eat since he has quite a big appetite, and at Recess, he practically acts like a wild animal, and while the students howl with laughter, Theousus is then picked up, and carried out of the school, while Jessica is blamed as well for participating with the "Inspector's bad behaviors,"

Jessica is punished by her mom for her behavior, and Theousus decides there really isn't any love in life, and that this new world isn't any different then his original world and feels like killing himself again because of this. However, Jessica sneaks out in the middle of the night to comfort Theousus and motivate him to keep going, and promises him that he will successfully be taught the modern ways of humans and be happy at last, and they will start with a haircut, new shoes, and new clothes.

The next day, Jessica lies to her mom about taking a walk as she sneaks off to see Theousus. She wishes she can pay for new clothes, a haircut, and new clothes for her friend, but unfortunately doesn't have the money, so she asks Theousus if he can do any jobs. Theousus says that he really likes animals, and Jessica suggests that he help Farmer Dave with his sheep. Because of his love for sheep, Theousus decides to help Dave with his problems, and has a litte fun with it, and is complimeted by Dave and Jessica for his talents with animals, and for his hard work, he gets a FREE haircut from Dave, while also getting money at the same time for his clothing and shoes.

Jessica and Theousus head to the mall and purchase their merchandise, which is a sheep t-shirt, grey jeans, and adidas tennis shoes. Now, Theousus looks like a modern person, but must learn to behave like one now. Now feeling more motivated, Theousus successfully learns to read, write, gets a job, and learns how to shop, while also getting in trouble at the same time.

Having leanred so much, Theousus applies for a talent show, and decides to use all his newfound knowledge to teach animals how to sing. After many trials, Theousus's animals perform beautifally and he wins the talent show. The next morning, Jessica serves Theousus some breakfast, and Theousus thanks her for all her help, as he now has overcome his depression and now sees a reason to live. The morning sun glimmers through the window, as Theousus steps out and says to Jessica, "Today gonna be great day," ending the story.

Reception:

Theousus recieved praise from Miles's brother and Zachary's son, Will, who stated, "What a charming journey," The character has become an officially established Miles Universe Character from it's success.