Into the world of Barney Stinson, the infamous playboy from the popular television series ‘How I Met Your Mother� where life is a mix of suits, scotch, and audacious pickup lines. One unusually unlucky night for Barney turns out to be an unexpected adventure. The following fanfiction story, "Barney Mugged", explores this series of events and puts a fresh spin on a beloved character. Enjoy the mystifying night of Barney Stinson, where the suit, tie, and personality are sardonically tested.

Preparation

The events occur just after Barney's rendezvous with Nora when he can’t bear to tell her a crucial thing about his past. Looking for distraction, Barney discovers a new dating app, 'E-Love'.

'E-Love' is simple but unique in its function, it matches people based on the complexities of their individual characteristics and previous relationship history. Barney wasn't particularly impressed but you never say 'No' to new horizons, do you?

An Unexpected Encounter

After a few swipes on 'E-Love', he is matched with a woman named Alexa. She's smart, stylish, and wants to meet Barney immediately at MacLaren's Pub. Rendezvous arranged, Barney, dressed in his ritzy suit, heads out.

On the way, he is unknowingly followed by a man in a dark trench coat. The night takes an unfavorable turn when the mugger confronts Barney in a dark alley, demanding his phone and wallet. Barney, bewildered and slightly terrified, hands them over.

When Things Go South

Vulnerable, Barney returns to the bar only to find Alexa is not there. Ted, Robin, and Lily- laughing at their pub table, immediate notice Barney’s unkempt look and missing phone.

When Barney shares the mishap, Ted and Robin are concerned but Lily can’t help but find the situation funny. Barney feeling embarrassed and slightly agitated at Lily’s reaction, leaves the bar.

The Investigation

Determined to retrieve his phone and wallet, Barney decides to involve the police. But the police, much to Barney's dismay, can do little without some kind of trace or evidence. Thus, Barney decides to play detective.

He requests Marshall’s help. They begin investigating based on Barney’s vague description of the mugger. They finally reach a suspect-a man named Tim, who coincidentally matches the description and was captured in one of the pub's security cameras.

The Plot Thickens

Barney and Marshall follow Tim for a couple of days. One evening, they overhear a phone call between Tim and Alexa. Shock hits Barney like a bolt from the blue when he hears Alexa requesting Tim to return Barney's phone and wallet. What seemed like just unfortunate coincidence begins to look like a well-plotted scheme.

The Sweet Revenge

Barney and Marshall decide to confront Alexa, but with a twist. They enact a mugging play on Alexa with Marshall in the role of a mugger. Barney expresses his disappointment and in the process manages to retrieve his belongings.

Conclusion

Soon, the pair expose Alexa’s scheme to the police and she along with Tim, is arrested. Barney, ever the unshakeable, pulls his life back to normalcy, spending his nights again in the endless pursuit of companionship. Although this time, he swiped left on the idea of dating apps.

FAQs

Question 1: What is the main theme of the fanfiction 'Barney Mugged'?

The main theme of the fanfiction is Barney's brief and hilarious encounter with a scheming duo, Alexa and Tim, who attempt to mug him.

Question 2: Who is Barney’s partner in crime while dealing with this mugging situation?

Barney enlists the help of his good friend Marshall to solve the mugging incident and track down the culprits.

Question 3: What comes out of Barney’s experience with 'E-Love' dating app?

Barney's amusing debacle with the 'E-Love' dating app and subsequent unsuccessful date makes him sworn off dating apps, at least for a while.

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