Housekeeping

**Housekeeping** is the seventh episode of the third season of TFAWPS. It is the fifty-ninth episode overall.

## Plot

Sonic and Lupina travel to the Second Quadrant to help Mofo with the Wasters' raid. Pig King begins preparing for his trip to the outskirts, but with Roy hot on his heels, he is forced to change his plans. With the Dark Order now reformed, they begin putting their plan in place.

## Synopsis

Outside of the Fin-Land throne room, Zack stands with his arms folded behind his back, pacing back and forth, stern expression on his face. As he waits, he looks over an old quilted map of Fin-Land and the Land of Ooo, with the words "Everlasting Friendship and Unity" embroidered on the bottom. Once the throne room door finally opens, an aide greets Zack and tells him that he's ready, but Zack pushes the servant aside and enters the room. He storms up the long stretch of blue carpet leading to the throne, upon which King Salamence sits by himself. King Salamence greets Zack formally, but Zack tells him to speak plainly and angrily accuses him of sending him to the IMPA meeting with the intention for him to fail. King Salamence tries to comfort his son by explaining to him that it was meant to be a lesson in humility and diplomacy. Zack is not in the mood for a lesson, claiming that he was embarrassed in a room full of important leaders. King Salamence reminds Zack that he warned him before the meeting that he would not only embarrass himself, but Fin-Land as a whole, saying that Zack should not have entered that meeting as unprepared as he was. Zack asks why his father desires to see him fail at every opportunity. King Salamence says that is untrue and if the sole purpose of this appointment was for Zack to complain then he'd better not waste any more of his time. Zack becomes angry, saying that he shouldn't have to make an appointment to speak with his own father. King Salamence explains that, at a young age, he was a warrior and the experience he gained morphed him into the man he is today, but since Zack has no experience, he has to learn it a different way. Zack says that he's had far more experience than him, saying that being one of a thousand soldiers on a battlefield doesn't make a King. King Salamence takes offense to this and tells Zack to have care how he speaks to him. He continues on, saying that he wants to see Zack take his place one day, but he needs to take the lessons to heart. He also suggests speaking to Ted to learn what it's like to be a warrior. Zack no longer keeps eye contact and swallows his anger. Zack dismisses himself from the room, telling King Salamence that he doesn't want to keep him from his next appointment.

On the Starcaster, which still flies over the Land of Ooo, Paco talks on the phone with Professor Everdeen, apologizing to her for not being able to make it to her class. Professor Everdeen unfortunately says that it's probably for the best, at least for the time being. Paco apologizes to her again, regretfully saying that what happened was not his fault. Professor Everdeen cuts him off, saying that she understands, but says that her other students do not feel comfortable having him in class anymore and wishes him the best of luck in getting the help he needs. As they talk on the phone, Roy stands on the roof of the Starcaster and walks over to the edge, looking over the Land of Ooo. He looks at Pig King's Castle and takes a deep breath before jumping off. As he falls through the sky, he kicks in his powers and begins flying towards the Castle.

Elsewhere in space, Sonic and Lupina sit in the cockpit of a ship, making their way to the Second Quadrant. Lupina talks about how surprised she is that Sonic joined him, but he says that it's time for a vacation. Lupina coldly reminds him that it's not a vacation. Sonic says that it is for him as he needs some time away from the Land of Ooo. Lupina asks him why, but he brushes it off saying that he's just been so busy. Lupina silently doubts that and asks Sonic if he can grab her a soda from the cooler. Sonic unbuckles his seatbelt and makes his way back towards the cooler. Lupina watches him in the rearview mirror and slightly jerks the steering wheel so he loses his balance. He light-heartedly tells her to watch her driving and she apologizes with a smirk on her face. Sonic asks what flavor she would like and she says that she'll take strawberry, with Sonic bragging that he knew she'd choose that one. He asks if she wants ice and she confirms. As Sonic gets the drink ready, the phone starts to ring. Lupina says that Pink Panther is calling and she'll answer it, but Sonic quickly rushes in the room with a drink, saying that he'll get it. Sonic takes the ship phone into the back room. After taking a deep breath, he answers the phone casually and Pink Panther innocently says that he has a question. Sonic tells him to go ahead and Pink Panther angrily asks Sonic how he sleeps at night. Sonic rolls his eyes and says that he sleeps on a bed. Pink Panther asks Sonic why he ran away, but Sonic, believing Pink Panther is blaming him for what happened, says that he never should have brought Paco on his trip to the Castle. The two begin arguing, but Lupina says that they're approaching a jump point. Sonic tells Pink Panther that he has to leave, calling him "PeePee", which Pink Panther greatly dislikes. Before he hangs up, Pink Panther tells Sonic that he can't run forever. Sonic returns to his seat after hanging up. Lupina asks what that was about and Sonic brushes it off, saying that Pink Panther is mad at him again. Lupina asks what he did, but Sonic defends himself, asking why she's assuming he did something, he may have done nothing. Lupina highly doubts that and Sonic teases her as they pass through the jump point.

In his office, Eggman Robotnik talks on the phone, confirming that he has all the information he needs and will take action immediately. He thanks the person on the other end and hangs up, smiling to himself.

Wario sits in his office in the Simpson Mining Colony, making a phone call. Bart enters soon after and greets Wario, but Wario puts his finger up, signaling for him to wait a second. Wario waits for the phone to ring, but gets no answer. He hangs up the phone with a huff. Bart asks him what's going on and Wario says that he's been trying to get ahold of Zack or Pig King all day and hasn't gotten anything. Bart asks if he's tried Agent Yellow and Wario says that he hasn't thought of it. Bart says that he should try talking to him as he's pretty resourceful. Wario explains that if they plan on finding the shard hidden in the mines, then they'll need workers. Bart says that the Simpson Military is out of the question and Wario says that S.E.C.R.E.T. is as well. Wario asks if Dr. Robotnik could spare any Egg-Robos and Bart says that they can ask, but doesn't think they have enough time, explaining that most of the Egg-Robos were lost when their old Lair was damaged. Wario says that's too bad because they'd be the perfect workers since they could never talk about what they saw. Bart thinks for a minute and then he comes up with an idea and asks Wario to hand him the phone. Wario asks what he's doing and Bart says that he's got an idea, but it could be kind of a longshot. Wario hands Bart the phone and makes a call.

After the raid the previous evening, Captain Cowboy meets with Captain Poliwhirl and Lieutenant Cake onboard *The Rental* on a small jungle planet. Several other Waster ships stand guard. Captain Poliwhirl accuses Captain Cowboy of desertion, but Captain Cowboy says that he's no longer apart of his crew and he himself has no crew to abandon. Captain Poliwhirl remains stern, but says that he hasn't forgotten that Captain Cowboy isn't with him anymore. The phone starts to ring and Captain Cowboy accuses himself to take it, with Captain Poliwhirl taking offense to that action. Captain Cowboy answers the phone and says that it isn't a good time but Captain Poliwhirl, believing he was speaking to him, says that it's never a good time before being corrected by Captain Cowboy. After getting off the phone, Captain Cowboy begins preparing to leave, which Captain Poliwhirl notices and asks if he's leaving them for his new group and if he plans on sharing. Captain Cowboy answers the question positively and Captain Poliwhirl becomes angry with him, telling him to keep doing whatever he wants as he never would have been made Captain if it weren't for him. Captain Cowboy smugly says that Captain Poliwhirl has nobody to blame but himself then. Captain Poliwhirl says that Captain Cowboy has a problem with gratitude and Captain Cowboy says that he has a problem with loyalty. Captain Poliwhirl doesn't say anything. Captain Cowboy asks if they got the energy they needed and Lieutenant Cake confirms, holding up a capsule of cosmic dust. Captain Cowboy says that means they've gotten what they wanted out of him. Captain Poliwhirl and Lieutenant Cake then leave. As they exit the ship, Captain Cowboy calls after them and says that if he finds something for them he'll give them a call. Captain Poliwhirl is surprised and Captain Cowboy says that if he gets something then somebody will be in touch. Captain Poliwhirl smiles and points to him as he leaves the ship.

On the Land of Ooo, Knuckles waits outside the door of Lupina's apartment. He knocks on the door and asks Sonic to open the door. He presses his ear against the door and doesn't hear anything. He checks his phone and sees that Sonic and Lupina are both offline. He puts his phone away and starts walking down the hallway. Elsewhere, Pig King walks to the dungeon in his Castle and into Master Robot's cell. Master Robot looks at Pig King, but doesn't say anything. Pig King starts to unplug Master Robot from the devices. Pig King takes a step back and looks at Master Robot, though Master Robot doesn't say anything, he only stares back, completely emotionless. Pig King tells Master Robot not to look at him. Master Robot averts his gaze. Pig King tells him to go upstairs. As Master Robot gets up and leaves the cell, Pig King stands alone in the cell and closes his eyes. Upstairs, Master Robot enters the main room and finds Dr. Ivo Robotnik sitting on the couch, causing him to stop in his tracks. Dr. Robotnik stares at Master Robot and motions for him to sit down. Pig King comes back upstairs a moment later with a box of old machinery and tells Ivo that he hopes what he has will be sufficient, as it's all he was able to find in the Castle. Ivo says that if his theory about this place is correct, then it should be sufficient, though it appears he's hiding something. Pig King smiles and nods, handing over the box. He then walks over to Master Robot and uses a fingerprint scanner on his head and opens the circuitry. He turns a switch on and raises the antenna. As this happens, Pig King grabs the back of his head with a twitch. Master Robot's face seemingly returns to normal and Pig King asks him if he enjoyed his time with TFAWPS, saying that they won't be seeing them for a long time, as they're going on a trip. Ivo stands up and says that what he has will work and says that they should get going. Pig King walks away from Master Robot and grabs a backpack, slinging it over his shoulder and tosses another bag to Master Robot, who catches it at the last second. Master Robot catches a glimpse of the schematics in the bag and quickly averts his gaze. Pig King tells them that they should go and Master Robot's antenna lights up. Master Robot leaves the Castle first, with Ivo close behind. Pig King walks out the door, taking one last look at Gunther and Tyler with a feeding machine set up for them in the back of the room, eating their food without a care in the world. Pig King turns the lights off and closes the door.

On a Second Quadrant planet, Sonic and Lupina enter a hotel in sunglasses and hats, hoping to keep their identities under wraps. Sonic approaches the check-in desk and says that they're checking in under the name Tails. The clerk checks them into the room and asks if they'd like one key or two and Sonic says that they'd like two. The clerk hands them the keys and asks if they need help with their bags, but Sonic has already walked away. Lupina smiles and says that they'll be fine. The two stand in an elevator where Lupina removes her sunglasses and hat, while Sonic keeps his on. Once they exit the elevator, they make their way down the hall to their room and enter using Lupina's key. The two place their bags down and Lupina quickly runs into the bathroom, saying she has to pee. Sonic takes off his hat, but leaves the sunglasses on. He walks over to the sliding glass doors and pulls back the curtains, lighting up the room. Lupina comes out of the bathroom and takes a seat on the bed, while Sonic looks at the window at the soldiers cleaning up after the Wasters' raid. Lupina gets up and joins him, saying that it's horrible what happened and how President Space is just ignoring it. Sonic becomes uncomfortable with that statement and walks away from her and sits on the bed, saying that's why they're here. Lupina stands over him and asks if something is bothering him, as he seems off lately. Sonic says that he's fine, but Lupina isn't buying it, speculating that it may have something to do with his call from Pink Panther. Sonic lies, saying that it doesn't. Lupina makes a very snarky face at him, but Sonic laughs a bit, telling her not to make that face because she knows he thinks it's hilarious. Lupina lightly shoves him and asks him to talk to her, but a knock on the door interrupts them as Mofo jokingly says that housekeeping is there. Sonic looks at Lupina as she smirks at him, telling him that he lucked out. Sonic stands up as Lupina opens the door, inviting Mofo in and the two greet each other with a hug, as he thanks her for coming out, which she says she's happy to do. Mofo walks over to Sonic and the two shake hands, thanking Sonic for coming, as it's been tough since Buster left. Lupina says that she had no idea he left. Sonic asks about the Wasters and Mofo explains that they showed up the night before, stole their supplies and then hung out above the atmosphere for a while. Sonic asks why they'd do that and Lupina concludes they must have been harvesting the energy up there, with which Mofo agrees. Sonic asks where they are now and Mofo says from what he could gather they're still in the area, but have moved on to another planet. Sonic opens his arms and asks what they're waiting for and starts to head out, with Mofo right behind. Lupina says she'll figure out what they're doing with the energy and run some more tests. Sonic and Mofo say that's a good idea and the two leave the hotel room.

In the Starcaster, Paco reads over his biology and psychology assignments carefully, hoping to understand, but G. Biv says that he doesn't think they'll be able to solve this with analytics and anecdotes, but Paco says that it's better than doing nothing. G. Biv says that it's not working, but Paco is insistent that he continues on this path. Pink Panther walks up to them and asks where Roy is, with G. Biv saying that he doesn't know. Pink Panther says that he hasn't seen him all day and he's checked the entire ship. Paco asks if he's up front with Wally, but Pink Panther says that he's already checked there, asking G. Biv if Roy has said anything to him earlier in the morning, but G. Biv says that he hasn't said anything. Paco asks G. Biv if he thinks Roy would go after Pig King on his own. G. Biv and Pink Panther both realize that this is most likely where he's gone. G. Biv gets up and says that he's going after him, but Pink Panther tells him that he'll go and G. Biv should stay, just in case Paco has another incident. G. Biv tells Pink Panther that he better bring Roy back and not to let him do anything stupid and Pink Panther says that he won't. Pink Panther heads towards the receiving bay and tells Paco and G. Biv to tell Wally that he's left. Paco gives a thumbs up and smile, while G. Biv looks nervous. Paco tells him that it's going to be fine and G. Biv calls Roy an idiot.

Outside of Pig King's Castle, Roy walks up to the door and takes a deep breath. He prepares to knock, but then takes a step back and kicks the door in, activating his powers. He finds the Castle empty however, save for the penguins who walk over and greet him. Roy looks down at them, but then steps aside and begins searching the Castle for any sign of its owner. Roy looks around the room and finds some of Pig King's plans detailing the tunnels. He puts the plans down and starts walking down the hallways eventually stumbling upon the large staircase leading to the old war room. As he explores, Pink Panther lands his ship at the entrance and quickly runs up to the door, only to find that it's already opened, but hears no noise from inside. Gunther and Tyler wander around, but Pink Panther ushers them inside and closes the door. Pink Panther begins searching around the room and stumbles upon the same plans that Roy found. Pink Panther calls out, which startles Roy downstairs, prompting him to hide behind an overturned desk. As both he and Pink Panther wait for some kind of response, Roy moves out from behind the desk while Pink Panther moves down the hallway. He eventually finds the same staircase and begins making his way down slowly. As he climbs down the stairs, Roy ambushes him and the two tussle briefly before Roy realizes who he's fighting with. Roy steps back and asks Pink Panther what he's doing here and Pink Panther angrily asks Roy why he ran off and where Pig King is, but Roy says that he has no idea, it's just the two of them. Pink Panther says it's time for them to leave, but Roy says that he's not leaving until Pig King pays for what he did to Paco. Pink Panther says that he probably walked into a trap, but Roy says that even if it was, he'd be ready as he just took out Pink Panther. Outside, thunder rumbles. Roy reluctantly agrees to leave and the two exit the Castle. Just outside, storm clouds start rolling in from the outskirts. As they walk towards the ship, Roy notices a ship parked near Zack's Lair. Roy nudges Pink Panther and points it out, saying that he can't tell him something isn't going on down there. Pink Panther agrees something is wrong and the two agree to check out the situation on the stipulation that Pink Panther is in charge.

Out in space, *The Rental* flies out of the Second Quadrant when Captain Cowboy gets a call from Zack. Upon answering, he learns that Zack explains that he's supposed to be on Planet Popstar since they're moving King Kai off world, but says that he needs Captain Cowboy to make sure that doesn't happen. Captain Cowboy says that Bart called him to the Simpson Mining Colony and assumed he was supposed to be heading there. Zack becomes angry and thanks Captain Cowboy for his "cooperation." Captain Cowboy stops him and says that he's putting a lot on the line to go to the Colony for him and says that he can just as easily turn around and do neither. Captain Cowboy says that he can give him a number as long as he keeps things quiet and doesn't reveal too much. Zack says that he'll decide what he needs to know, but Captain Cowboy is insistent that Zack listen to him, saying that he abides by these conditions or he doesn't get the help he needs. Zack agrees and Captain Cowboy sends him Captain Poliwhirl's information.

On the Starcaster, Paco and G. Biv enter the cockpit where Wally explains that he needs to either take the Starcaster up or down, as they can't stay suspended in air during this storm. G. Biv asks Paco what he believes they should do and as he thinks, a flare is shot from the ground, signaling for the Starcaster to land. G. Biv asks what that is and Wally says he's not sure, but supposes they should land. Wally signals that the Starcaster is coming down. As it begins to rain, Pink Panther and Roy arrive outside of Zack's Lair. Inside, Pig King, Dr. Robotnik and Master Robot pick through the debris. Dr. Robotnik asks if Pig King knows what he's looking for and Pig King says that he vaguely knows. Dr. Robotnik walks over to a door in the back of the laboratory and pries it open, which leads to a decontaminant buffer room. Dr. Robotnik calls him over and the two stand under the long since broken showers. Pig King attempts to open the door, but finds that he is unable. Dr. Robotnik calls Master Robot over and Pig King tells him to open the door, bearing the same Swan seal that adorned the secret room in Pig King's Castle. Master Robot is hesitant, but Pig King sternly orders him to open the door, but even he is unable. Dr. Robotnik tells Pig King that with enough time, he could figure out how to open the door, but Pig King is impatient. Ivo starts looking over the door when Pig King says that Zack isn't going to like the delay when Pink Panther interrupts them, saying that they don't either. Pig King, Dr. Robotnik, and Master Robot all turn to face Pink Panther and Roy who stand blocking the doorway. Pig King asks why Pink Panther keeps following him around. Pink Panther explains that he gave him a chance, but then hurt his friend. Roy asks what he's doing here and Pig King smugly says that he's not going to say anything. Roy cracks his knuckles and says that he tried the diplomatic way. Pink Panther tries to stop him as Roy goes in for an attack, but Pig King quickly tells Master Robot to get them out of here and jumps on his back, flying out of the Lair, knocking Pink Panther and Roy to the ground. Roy quickly gets up and follows them out. Pink Panther turns to Ivo and tells him that it's not over and follows the other out of the Lair.

In the city, Knuckles notices the Starcaster preparing to descend and makes his way over to its location. As Master Robot flies above the Land of Ooo with Pig King on his back, Roy is hot on his heels. Pig King tells Master Robot to take them over the mountains, but Master Robot turns around and notices Roy right behind them, saying that doesn't seem like a feasible option. Roy fires a blast from his fist, which narrowly misses Master Robot. Pig King says to just get them out of there, noticing the Starcaster. Pig King points to it and tells Master Robot to take him over there. Roy notices and follows. As thunder rumbles, Pink Panther runs back towards the Castle and fires up the ship. He begins flying, giving chase to the others. As the Starcaster starts to descend, Paco, G. Biv, and Wally notice a group of S.E.C.R.E.T. agents and Space Corps soldiers. From the front lines, Waluigi speaks into a megaphone telling them all to step out with their hands in the air. A group citizens gather, Knuckles among them, wondering what's happening with the former TFAWPS members. From the sky, Roy notices Paco, G. Biv, and Wally walking out with their hands in the air. He is confused, but notices Pig King and Master Robot doubling back as Roy floats in the air, stunned. Pink Panther pulls up next to him and tells Roy to get inside. Roy grabs the wing of the ship and asks Pink Panther what's going on and Pink Panther says that they need to get down there and clear things up. Roy points out that Pig King is getting away, but Pink Panther says that the people down there are his friends and brother. Roy notices the group of people booing Paco and G. Biv. Roy jumps from the ship, much to Pink Panther’s protest. On the ground, Paco is met with a furious group of S.E.C.R.E.T. and Space Corps soldiers who immediately tackle him to the ground. As they wrestle him to the ground, G. Biv starts to protest, but he is grabbed as well. Knuckles forces his way in and asks what’s going on. Waluigi stands over Paco and explains that he's here on orders of Attorney General Eggman Robotnik to detain Paco, Roy, and G. Biv for destruction of property and disturbing and official S.E.C.R.E.T. investigation. Paco struggles with the soldiers while G. Biv yells for them to get off of him. Waluigi says that they have been informed that Paco is considered extremely dangerous and no risks are to be taken. He also explains that their ship is also to be taken back into S.E.C.R.E.T. custody. From the sky, Roy yells down that he's going to get them out of this and also blames the public for allowing this to happen to them, all the while Pig King has been sitting in his Castle and the Dark Order has been at large for months and nobody has done anything. G. Biv calls for Roy, but a Space Corps soldier gun butts him, forcing him to the ground. Roy says that they'll all be sorry when they're gone and flies away while Paco continues to struggle. G. Biv tells the soldiers that Paco isn't dangerous and to let him go. Waluigi tells the soldiers to arrest them. Roy flies past Pink Panther towards Master Robot, who is making his way towards the mountains. Pink Panther turns around to chase him, reluctantly leaving Paco behind.

On the ground, Knuckles says that they're not bad people and that this arrest warrant is unjust and says that he's taking the situation under his control. Waluigi says that Eggman was prepared for that and shows Knuckles the official warrant, which forbids him from stepping in, due to a conflict of interest, much to his protest. Paco begins to convulse, where G. Biv begs them to let him go before this gets out of hand. The soldiers bring Paco up and he asks why this is happening to him. Waluigi explains that they were made aware of the rampage he went on and his location was given to them by a concerned citizen. As Paco struggles and is continuously restrained by the soldiers. G. Biv begins struggling as well, but is electrocuted with a prod. G. Biv looks at Waluigi and begs to be let go. Paco asks who did this and looks over the crowd, noticing Professor Everdeen looking at him with a guilty look on her face. Paco's eye is then completely taken over by cosmic energy. A large blast of energy emanates from his location knocking all the soldiers and agents back. The citizens all begin running in terror as Knuckles and G. Biv get up. G. Biv looks at Knuckles as the latter gives a slight nod of the head. G. Biv immediately flies up towards CellPaco who has now begun making his way towards the atmosphere with G. Biv quickly getting after him. On the ground, the soldiers and agents start to recover as Wally groggily gets up and looks around. Waluigi orders the agents to get after them quickly and not let them get away.

Through the rain, Master Robot says that the rain is too dangerous, but Pig King tells him to go anyway. Roy continues flying after them, and Pig King says that they can lose Roy out there and then circle back for Dr. Robotnik. Master Robot refuses but Pig King opens up his head and turns off his freewill, saying that he gave Master Robot another chance and he didn't take it. Roy is then approached by Pink Panther in the ship. Roy is surprised to see him and Pink Panther says that he promises his brother he wouldn't let him do something stupid, telling him to get inside. Roy says that he's not going back, but Pink Panther orders him to get in, as he'll be torn apart in the storm. Roy grabs the wing and tells Pink Panther that if he turns the ship around, he'll hijack him. Pink Panther yells back that it's too late, pointing out that they've just crossed the mountains. Roy gets inside the ship as lightning strikes next to him. Pink Panther says that this is going too far, as he doesn't know how dangerous the outskirts are, especially during a storm. As Pig King and Master Robot fly through the outskirts, Pig King looks upon the landscapes, mostly jungle and overgrown shrubbery. On the ground, over grown tanks and old shell casings litter the ground. Pig King begins to panic and forces a landing in an old structure. Once inside, the sky begins to darken completely and the wind and rain pick up, sending tree branches and other debris flying. Pig King goes deeper into the structure and takes cover underneath Master Robot's emotionless body. On the ship, Pink Panther attempts to take control of the ship away from the storm, but finds he's unable. Roy says that he'll stabilize the ship from the outside if Pink Panther can find a place to land. Pink Panther tries to stop him, saying that he's crazy for going out in this weather. Roy tries to open the door, but Pink Panther pulls him back in as their ship is struck by lightning. A fire breaks out in the tail section, and the ship begins going into a tailspin. Pink Panther yells for Roy to hang on to something, but lightning strikes the ship again, splitting it in half and sending both it and its occupants crashing down into the deep, monster infested jungle.

On Planet Popstar, a group of Popstar Military soldiers escort a heavily armed convoy of vehicles as they push back a bunch of protestors. The riot begins to get violent as a soldier starts gun butting the protestors, pushing them back. The rioters get angry and overpower the soldier, dragging him in as his comrades try to bring him back. From inside the military vehicle, King Kai looks out the heavily tinted windows at the nation he once ruled as it slowly destroys itself from the inside. Outside, the riot worsens as the rioters break the line and begin rocking military vehicles back and forth. King Kai tells the guards to get him out of there. Outside, a group of Waster ships fly above the convoy and begin dropping smoke bombs as many begin jumping from their ships into the crowd and onto the vehicles. Lieutenant Cake leads the charge as she takes out a grenade from her pouch and throws it on the roof of one of the military vehicles. The roof blows open as the rioters and military cough and start trampling each other. Lieutenant Cake and several other Wasters infiltrate the vehicle and kills the guards. King Kai pathetically surrenders his guards and begs for his life, only to be gagged by Lieutenant Cake. She and the other Wasters take him and get out of the truck as several King Kai loyalists arrive outside of the riot and begin attacking the protestors as the city erupts in an all-out war. King Kai looks at his loyalists with pride as they slaughter the citizens of Planet Popstar in an ambush before a bag is placed on his head. Onboard the Waster ship, Lieutenant Cake throws King Kai in front of Captain Poliwhirl, saying that they've got him. Captain Poliwhirl walks up to the former King and takes off his mask. Captain Poliwhirl and King Kai stare into each other's eyes as Captain Poliwhirl laughs in his face, saying that had he known it was him he was hired to get, he'd have done it for free.

Later that night on the Land of Ooo, several authorities cordon off the area where CellPaco emerged while S.E.C.R.E.T. agents commandeer the Starcaster. In the city, Agent Yellow walks into a bar and takes a seat at the bar, asking the bartender for a beer. The bartender hands him his drink and he takes a sip. As he drinks, he looks around the nearly empty bar, the only people left being a few passed out drunks and a janitor, though when his eyes reach the other end of the bar, his eyes lock with Buster as the two sit on opposite sides of the bar, somberly looking at each other.

## Characters

* Sonic
* Pink Panther
* Paco
* Mofo
* Buster (no lines)
* Roy
* G. Biv
* Lupina
* Wally
* Knuckles
* Zack
* Pig King
* Master Robot
* Agent Yellow
* Bart
* Captain Cowboy
* Wario
* Waluigi
* Dr. Robotnik
* Eggman Robotnik
* Captain Poliwhirl
* Lieutenant Cake
* King Salamence
* Professor Everdeen
* King Kai

## Trivia

* This episode marks the end of the first arc of season three.
* The title of this episode references the Dark Order performing "housekeeping" by getting TFAWPS out of the picture.
	+ It is also a reference to Mofo's joke when he knocked on the hotel room door.
	+ It also serves as a bookend to the first arc, which started in Homecoming.
* Captain Cowboy's first name is revealed to be Deke, short for Deckard.