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Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h, I'm fin3, i7's jus7 g0nn4 74k3 4 g00d whil3 70 g37 us3d 70 7h3s3 gl4ss3s, 4nd 7h47's 4ssuming 7h3y w0n'7 br34k in 4 f3w h0urs fr0m n0w, 3i7h3r du3 70, 4s I s4id, g377ing in70 4 figh7 0r I jus7 f0rg37 I h4v3 7h3m 0n 4nd I sl33p 7h3m cr00k3d...

Brad slowly nodded, though he rubbed the back of his neck to ease the growing tension there

N0, i7's n07 7h3 gl4ss3s, w3ll, n07 fully. I w4s jus7 m0r3 c0nfid3n7 7h47 I c0uld, y0u kn0w, h4ndl3 7h3 73s7 b3773r, n0w P3s7 b3ing P3s7, w3ll, h3 will n3v3r l37 m3 liv3 7h47 d0wn, 4nd I'll n3v3r h34r 7h3 3nd 0f i7 s0 y0u kn0w...

As for Brad's expression, he wasn't really sad or mad, but more so disappointed; both at the situation and himself

7h47's g0nn4 b3 4 uh...s7ruggl3...4 r34lly 4nn0ying 0n3.

Though something else troubled him also, but he did promise not to bring it out; though his brow furrowing in worry gave it away...slightly

Yeah, I'm fine, it's just gonna take a good while to get used to these glasses, and that's assuming they won't break in a few hours from now, either due to, as I said, getting into a fight or I just forget I have them on and I sleep them crooked…

No, it's not the glasses, well, not fully. I was just more confident that I could, you know, handle the test better, now Pest being Pest, well, he will never let me live that down, and I'll never hear the end of it, so you know…

That's gonna be a uh…struggle…a really annoying one.

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"Youre always confident. Thats a good thing. If it makes you feel better, I'll grab some glasses frames from somewhere, and we can both wear glasses.. That way, you wont be alone, eh?" (Gav scratched his chin, before propping his head up.) "I think its about time the older brother got bullied right on back. I'll have your back." (He tried to joke, but sighed. He could see the worry in Brads face.)

"Though.. Brad, whats really bothering you."

[bubonic-trauma]

0h? Hm, s0rry m4n, I gu3ss I s7ill miss d4d, 4nd I w0rry 4b0u7 wh47 h3's d0ing 0u7 7h3r3 f0r s0 l0ng, y0u kn0w? I7 jus7 isn'7 lik3 him 70 l34v3 lik3 7his...

Brad paused; he did promise not to bring it up so he told Gavin the truth technically he wasn't lying

4s f0r 4 c3r74in 0ld3r br07h3r, 4ny id34s? H3 migh7 pl4y 7h3 vic7im, bu7 w3 w0uldn'7 g0 7h47 f4r, 7h0ugh I h0p3...

As for getting back at Pest; and giving him a taste of his own medicine well they'd need to think of how to get their revenge

I'm back; can't believe how big those lines are with this accursed heat wave, couldn't we make ice cream at home or something?

Speaking of Pest he soon returned with the ice cream, holding the two frozen treats in front of Gavin and Brad, choosing not to say anything further

Th4nks...

Brad sighed as he wordlessly took his ice cream and began eating it, but hey at least he seemed to enjoy it, perhaps they were back on 'talking terms' at least

Oh? Hm, sorry man, I guess I still miss dad, and I worry about what he's doing out there for so long, you know? It just isn't like him to leave like this…

As for a certain older brother, any ideas? He might play the victim, but we wouldn't go that far, though I hope…

Thanks...

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"Well.. Montys getting pretty old too. Im sure maybe Thaniyels just staying a bit to help him out around the town, yeah? Theyre real good friends, too." (He reassured Brad,) "As for your brother, Ill just tease him back when he teases you.. He doesnt have the best temper, so... itll probably be pretty easy."

(As Pest returned, Gav looked up.) "Ah.. I kind of forgot he sent you out to get icecream specifically. Why dont you have mine? Still not a big fan of sweets.. "

(He scooted aside a bit so Pest could sit down.)

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Pest sat down; as he began eating the ice cream he just had purchased thankfully with a full mouth he couldn't really insult Brad

I kn0w, bu7 I susp3c7 whil3 h3 fully didn'7 li3 4nd h3 7ruly did g0 70 m337 M4y0r M0n7y, w3ll... I f33l h3 will b3 g0n3 f0r 4 m0n7h, m4yb3 7w0 0r m0r3 3v3n...

Brad sighed, as he sadly chewed on his ice cream, hell even food couldn't cheer him up and he normally liked sweets

I susp3c7, 0r w3ll, I kn0w h3 lik3ly w3n7 70 s34rch f0r 73l4m0n... 7h0ugh in 7h47 c4s3, I d0n'7 g37 why h3 didn'7 47 l34s7 74k3 G4vin 4nd m3 wi7h him...

He finally let it slip, the thing that was one of the things that was truly weighing down on him

I m34n h3 w4s sur3 in 4 rush 70 l34v3...

Even Pest stopped eating, as he gave a look that was a mixture of concern, confusion and shock; but he was still at a loss on what to say

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(Gavin paused, before giving Brad a sorry look..) "Well.. We did tell him we were gonna hang out.. he probably didnt wanna drag us into it when we had our night already planned, yknow?"

"and considering i'd just gotten the windforce.. and youre still healing. He didnt wanna put anymore on our shoulders." (He set a hand on Brads shoulder as he spoke..) "Thaniyels a good dad and person, he cares for all of us and is considerate. He wouldnt try to rush us into a new adventure when we'd just gotten back from one."

(he went silent for a moment, thinking..)

"..He'll be back soon.. and if he isnt, well, you can win our next fight. But Thaniyel will be okay."

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Brad paused but he couldn't come up with a good counterpoint or arguement but he silently handed Pest his ice cream

H3r3 y0u c4n h4v3 i7, I d0n'7 f33l hungry 4nym0r3....

Now it was Pest's time to be concerned as his brow furrowed, Brad normally could take some teasing but this wasnt like him at all...

Are you feeling sick or something? It's unlike you do turn down food, especially sweets

Pest used his free hand to feel Brad's forehead but it didn't feel hot still though it was sudden and even more concering

Here you can have it, I don't feel hungry anymore....

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(..Looked over at Pest, clear worry on his face..)

"..Brad?" "..Do you want a hug or anything? ..Thaniyel may not be here but, you've still got us.."

(He opened his arms just incase,) "Or, we can head home and you can play some videogames maybe?.."

[bubonic-trauma]

Brad only sank into the hug, though he did remove his glasses for this not wanting to break them

N0 7h4nks I d0n'7 7hink vid30 g4m34 will h3lp m3 wi7h 7his...

Brad spoke quietly as he looked away, though just for a second his voice wavered yet he soon cleared his throat

Is this about the glasses too? Come on dude, you are acting like dad went off to die in a war or something!

Pest blurted out, in a fast manner; as if it were common knowledge that or he just really said the first thing that came to mind

No thanks I don't think video gamea will help me with this...

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(Gav shot Pest a glare,) "NOT the time, bugboy! Get the mothballs that're preventing you from thinking before you speak outta your damn brain!"

(he huffed, before hugging brad gently... letting him rest on him..) "..It'll be okay.. take the time you need and let it all out. we're here for you."

"We have all day to rest, im sure nothing chaotic will happen."

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Pest shook his head, as he fell silent; what could he really say? Everything he said seemed to make things worse

Brad snuggled closer to Gavin though he kept his gaze downcast; he still felt hurt that his dad hid that from him

Hey I got an idea that'll cheer you up! I used to go there A LOT as a kid; it's this abandoned cabin in the deep jungle, it even used to be my clubhouse back then; it's not scary at all I promise!

Suddenly Pest jolted up taking on a more friendly and upbeat tone, as he looked down at them; sure it wasn't the greatest idea but it'd distract Brad for a few hours assuming it worked

I promise; it'll distract you form all of this; we could even make it our club house now; imagine it's like a secret base!

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"..Im up for it if Brad is."

(Gavin looked at Brad, trying to gauge his opinion.) "A clubhouse would be cool, yeah? Wanna think of our club name?"

(He looked to Pest, and gave a slight nod and thumbsup.)

"Much better..."

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Brad looked up at Pest though he really didn't want to go he figured it was better than bedrotting for a few hours

Slowly Brad stood up as he nodded; though he still seemed a bit hesitant

Hell yeah, we can come up with a name later! And then we can even invite our friends over; oh, and everyone can have their own room!

Pest gently placed a hand on Brad's back leading him off; as he tried keeping the same upbeat tone

Well once we clean and repair the place! We are the mayor's kids so nobody can tell us what to do and how quiet to be; plus no scary basements!

He rambled as he motioned for Gavin to follow perhaps they could even host parties there; it'd be far away enough to not disturb anyone's slumber

We can even get a gaming room for all of us; that and well I might bring one of my "friends" along...He's a bit...well very loud and annoying but he can brighten up a room instantly!

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(Gavin quickly stood up and walked beside the two. He really hope this cheered brad up, even a little.)

"Really, is that so? Id of never expected you to be friends with someone like that, its like.. the complete opposite of your own personality."

(He smiled faintly, crossing his arms.) "Tell me about it. Im curious. How on earth did you of all people make a friend like that?"

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Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h, I'm fin3, i7's jus7 g0nn4 74k3 4 g00d whil3 70 g37 us3d 70 7h3s3 gl4ss3s, 4nd 7h47's 4ssuming 7h3y w0n'7 br34k in 4 f3w h0urs fr0m n0w, 3i7h3r du3 70, 4s I s4id, g377ing in70 4 figh7 0r I jus7 f0rg37 I h4v3 7h3m 0n 4nd I sl33p 7h3m cr00k3d...

Brad slowly nodded, though he rubbed the back of his neck to ease the growing tension there

N0, i7's n07 7h3 gl4ss3s, w3ll, n07 fully. I w4s jus7 m0r3 c0nfid3n7 7h47 I c0uld, y0u kn0w, h4ndl3 7h3 73s7 b3773r, n0w P3s7 b3ing P3s7, w3ll, h3 will n3v3r l37 m3 liv3 7h47 d0wn, 4nd I'll n3v3r h34r 7h3 3nd 0f i7 s0 y0u kn0w...

As for Brad's expression, he wasn't really sad or mad, but more so disappointed; both at the situation and himself

7h47's g0nn4 b3 4 uh...s7ruggl3...4 r34lly 4nn0ying 0n3.

Though something else troubled him also, but he did promise not to bring it out; though his brow furrowing in worry gave it away...slightly

Yeah, I'm fine, it's just gonna take a good while to get used to these glasses, and that's assuming they won't break in a few hours from now, either due to, as I said, getting into a fight or I just forget I have them on and I sleep them crooked…

No, it's not the glasses, well, not fully. I was just more confident that I could, you know, handle the test better, now Pest being Pest, well, he will never let me live that down, and I'll never hear the end of it, so you know…

That's gonna be a uh…struggle…a really annoying one.

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"Youre always confident. Thats a good thing. If it makes you feel better, I'll grab some glasses frames from somewhere, and we can both wear glasses.. That way, you wont be alone, eh?" (Gav scratched his chin, before propping his head up.) "I think its about time the older brother got bullied right on back. I'll have your back." (He tried to joke, but sighed. He could see the worry in Brads face.)

"Though.. Brad, whats really bothering you."

[bubonic-trauma]

0h? Hm, s0rry m4n, I gu3ss I s7ill miss d4d, 4nd I w0rry 4b0u7 wh47 h3's d0ing 0u7 7h3r3 f0r s0 l0ng, y0u kn0w? I7 jus7 isn'7 lik3 him 70 l34v3 lik3 7his...

Brad paused; he did promise not to bring it up so he told Gavin the truth technically he wasn't lying

4s f0r 4 c3r74in 0ld3r br07h3r, 4ny id34s? H3 migh7 pl4y 7h3 vic7im, bu7 w3 w0uldn'7 g0 7h47 f4r, 7h0ugh I h0p3...

As for getting back at Pest; and giving him a taste of his own medicine well they'd need to think of how to get their revenge

I'm back; can't believe how big those lines are with this accursed heat wave, couldn't we make ice cream at home or something?

Speaking of Pest he soon returned with the ice cream, holding the two frozen treats in front of Gavin and Brad, choosing not to say anything further

Th4nks...

Brad sighed as he wordlessly took his ice cream and began eating it, but hey at least he seemed to enjoy it, perhaps they were back on 'talking terms' at least

Oh? Hm, sorry man, I guess I still miss dad, and I worry about what he's doing out there for so long, you know? It just isn't like him to leave like this…

As for a certain older brother, any ideas? He might play the victim, but we wouldn't go that far, though I hope…

Thanks...

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"Well.. Montys getting pretty old too. Im sure maybe Thaniyels just staying a bit to help him out around the town, yeah? Theyre real good friends, too." (He reassured Brad,) "As for your brother, Ill just tease him back when he teases you.. He doesnt have the best temper, so... itll probably be pretty easy."

(As Pest returned, Gav looked up.) "Ah.. I kind of forgot he sent you out to get icecream specifically. Why dont you have mine? Still not a big fan of sweets.. "

(He scooted aside a bit so Pest could sit down.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest sat down; as he began eating the ice cream he just had purchased thankfully with a full mouth he couldn't really insult Brad

I kn0w, bu7 I susp3c7 whil3 h3 fully didn'7 li3 4nd h3 7ruly did g0 70 m337 M4y0r M0n7y, w3ll... I f33l h3 will b3 g0n3 f0r 4 m0n7h, m4yb3 7w0 0r m0r3 3v3n...

Brad sighed, as he sadly chewed on his ice cream, hell even food couldn't cheer him up and he normally liked sweets

I susp3c7, 0r w3ll, I kn0w h3 lik3ly w3n7 70 s34rch f0r 73l4m0n... 7h0ugh in 7h47 c4s3, I d0n'7 g37 why h3 didn'7 47 l34s7 74k3 G4vin 4nd m3 wi7h him...

He finally let it slip, the thing that was one of the things that was truly weighing down on him

I m34n h3 w4s sur3 in 4 rush 70 l34v3...

Even Pest stopped eating, as he gave a look that was a mixture of concern, confusion and shock; but he was still at a loss on what to say

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(Gavin paused, before giving Brad a sorry look..) "Well.. We did tell him we were gonna hang out.. he probably didnt wanna drag us into it when we had our night already planned, yknow?"

"and considering i'd just gotten the windforce.. and youre still healing. He didnt wanna put anymore on our shoulders." (He set a hand on Brads shoulder as he spoke..) "Thaniyels a good dad and person, he cares for all of us and is considerate. He wouldnt try to rush us into a new adventure when we'd just gotten back from one."

(he went silent for a moment, thinking..)

"..He'll be back soon.. and if he isnt, well, you can win our next fight. But Thaniyel will be okay."

[bubonic-trauma]

Brad paused but he couldn't come up with a good counterpoint or arguement but he silently handed Pest his ice cream

H3r3 y0u c4n h4v3 i7, I d0n'7 f33l hungry 4nym0r3....

Now it was Pest's time to be concerned as his brow furrowed, Brad normally could take some teasing but this wasnt like him at all...

Are you feeling sick or something? It's unlike you do turn down food, especially sweets

Pest used his free hand to feel Brad's forehead but it didn't feel hot still though it was sudden and even more concering

Here you can have it, I don't feel hungry anymore....

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(..Looked over at Pest, clear worry on his face..)

"..Brad?" "..Do you want a hug or anything? ..Thaniyel may not be here but, you've still got us.."

(He opened his arms just incase,) "Or, we can head home and you can play some videogames maybe?.."

[bubonic-trauma]

Brad only sank into the hug, though he did remove his glasses for this not wanting to break them

N0 7h4nks I d0n'7 7hink vid30 g4m34 will h3lp m3 wi7h 7his...

Brad spoke quietly as he looked away, though just for a second his voice wavered yet he soon cleared his throat

Is this about the glasses too? Come on dude, you are acting like dad went off to die in a war or something!

Pest blurted out, in a fast manner; as if it were common knowledge that or he just really said the first thing that came to mind

No thanks I don't think video gamea will help me with this...

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(Gav shot Pest a glare,) "NOT the time, bugboy! Get the mothballs that're preventing you from thinking before you speak outta your damn brain!"

(he huffed, before hugging brad gently... letting him rest on him..) "..It'll be okay.. take the time you need and let it all out. we're here for you."

"We have all day to rest, im sure nothing chaotic will happen."

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest shook his head, as he fell silent; what could he really say? Everything he said seemed to make things worse

Brad snuggled closer to Gavin though he kept his gaze downcast; he still felt hurt that his dad hid that from him

Hey I got an idea that'll cheer you up! I used to go there A LOT as a kid; it's this abandoned cabin in the deep jungle, it even used to be my clubhouse back then; it's not scary at all I promise!

Suddenly Pest jolted up taking on a more friendly and upbeat tone, as he looked down at them; sure it wasn't the greatest idea but it'd distract Brad for a few hours assuming it worked

I promise; it'll distract you form all of this; we could even make it our club house now; imagine it's like a secret base!

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"..Im up for it if Brad is."

(Gavin looked at Brad, trying to gauge his opinion.) "A clubhouse would be cool, yeah? Wanna think of our club name?"

(He looked to Pest, and gave a slight nod and thumbsup.)

"Much better..."

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h, I'm fin3, i7's jus7 g0nn4 74k3 4 g00d whil3 70 g37 us3d 70 7h3s3 gl4ss3s, 4nd 7h47's 4ssuming 7h3y w0n'7 br34k in 4 f3w h0urs fr0m n0w, 3i7h3r du3 70, 4s I s4id, g377ing in70 4 figh7 0r I jus7 f0rg37 I h4v3 7h3m 0n 4nd I sl33p 7h3m cr00k3d...

Brad slowly nodded, though he rubbed the back of his neck to ease the growing tension there

N0, i7's n07 7h3 gl4ss3s, w3ll, n07 fully. I w4s jus7 m0r3 c0nfid3n7 7h47 I c0uld, y0u kn0w, h4ndl3 7h3 73s7 b3773r, n0w P3s7 b3ing P3s7, w3ll, h3 will n3v3r l37 m3 liv3 7h47 d0wn, 4nd I'll n3v3r h34r 7h3 3nd 0f i7 s0 y0u kn0w...

As for Brad's expression, he wasn't really sad or mad, but more so disappointed; both at the situation and himself

7h47's g0nn4 b3 4 uh...s7ruggl3...4 r34lly 4nn0ying 0n3.

Though something else troubled him also, but he did promise not to bring it out; though his brow furrowing in worry gave it away...slightly

Yeah, I'm fine, it's just gonna take a good while to get used to these glasses, and that's assuming they won't break in a few hours from now, either due to, as I said, getting into a fight or I just forget I have them on and I sleep them crooked…

No, it's not the glasses, well, not fully. I was just more confident that I could, you know, handle the test better, now Pest being Pest, well, he will never let me live that down, and I'll never hear the end of it, so you know…

That's gonna be a uh…struggle…a really annoying one.

[brushfire-gm]

"Youre always confident. Thats a good thing. If it makes you feel better, I'll grab some glasses frames from somewhere, and we can both wear glasses.. That way, you wont be alone, eh?" (Gav scratched his chin, before propping his head up.) "I think its about time the older brother got bullied right on back. I'll have your back." (He tried to joke, but sighed. He could see the worry in Brads face.)

"Though.. Brad, whats really bothering you."

[bubonic-trauma]

0h? Hm, s0rry m4n, I gu3ss I s7ill miss d4d, 4nd I w0rry 4b0u7 wh47 h3's d0ing 0u7 7h3r3 f0r s0 l0ng, y0u kn0w? I7 jus7 isn'7 lik3 him 70 l34v3 lik3 7his...

Brad paused; he did promise not to bring it up so he told Gavin the truth technically he wasn't lying

4s f0r 4 c3r74in 0ld3r br07h3r, 4ny id34s? H3 migh7 pl4y 7h3 vic7im, bu7 w3 w0uldn'7 g0 7h47 f4r, 7h0ugh I h0p3...

As for getting back at Pest; and giving him a taste of his own medicine well they'd need to think of how to get their revenge

I'm back; can't believe how big those lines are with this accursed heat wave, couldn't we make ice cream at home or something?

Speaking of Pest he soon returned with the ice cream, holding the two frozen treats in front of Gavin and Brad, choosing not to say anything further

Th4nks...

Brad sighed as he wordlessly took his ice cream and began eating it, but hey at least he seemed to enjoy it, perhaps they were back on 'talking terms' at least

Oh? Hm, sorry man, I guess I still miss dad, and I worry about what he's doing out there for so long, you know? It just isn't like him to leave like this…

As for a certain older brother, any ideas? He might play the victim, but we wouldn't go that far, though I hope…

Thanks...

[brushfire-gm]

"Well.. Montys getting pretty old too. Im sure maybe Thaniyels just staying a bit to help him out around the town, yeah? Theyre real good friends, too." (He reassured Brad,) "As for your brother, Ill just tease him back when he teases you.. He doesnt have the best temper, so... itll probably be pretty easy."

(As Pest returned, Gav looked up.) "Ah.. I kind of forgot he sent you out to get icecream specifically. Why dont you have mine? Still not a big fan of sweets.. "

(He scooted aside a bit so Pest could sit down.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest sat down; as he began eating the ice cream he just had purchased thankfully with a full mouth he couldn't really insult Brad

I kn0w, bu7 I susp3c7 whil3 h3 fully didn'7 li3 4nd h3 7ruly did g0 70 m337 M4y0r M0n7y, w3ll... I f33l h3 will b3 g0n3 f0r 4 m0n7h, m4yb3 7w0 0r m0r3 3v3n...

Brad sighed, as he sadly chewed on his ice cream, hell even food couldn't cheer him up and he normally liked sweets

I susp3c7, 0r w3ll, I kn0w h3 lik3ly w3n7 70 s34rch f0r 73l4m0n... 7h0ugh in 7h47 c4s3, I d0n'7 g37 why h3 didn'7 47 l34s7 74k3 G4vin 4nd m3 wi7h him...

He finally let it slip, the thing that was one of the things that was truly weighing down on him

I m34n h3 w4s sur3 in 4 rush 70 l34v3...

Even Pest stopped eating, as he gave a look that was a mixture of concern, confusion and shock; but he was still at a loss on what to say

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(Gavin paused, before giving Brad a sorry look..) "Well.. We did tell him we were gonna hang out.. he probably didnt wanna drag us into it when we had our night already planned, yknow?"

"and considering i'd just gotten the windforce.. and youre still healing. He didnt wanna put anymore on our shoulders." (He set a hand on Brads shoulder as he spoke..) "Thaniyels a good dad and person, he cares for all of us and is considerate. He wouldnt try to rush us into a new adventure when we'd just gotten back from one."

(he went silent for a moment, thinking..)

"..He'll be back soon.. and if he isnt, well, you can win our next fight. But Thaniyel will be okay."

[bubonic-trauma]

Brad paused but he couldn't come up with a good counterpoint or arguement but he silently handed Pest his ice cream

H3r3 y0u c4n h4v3 i7, I d0n'7 f33l hungry 4nym0r3....

Now it was Pest's time to be concerned as his brow furrowed, Brad normally could take some teasing but this wasnt like him at all...

Are you feeling sick or something? It's unlike you do turn down food, especially sweets

Pest used his free hand to feel Brad's forehead but it didn't feel hot still though it was sudden and even more concering

Here you can have it, I don't feel hungry anymore....

[brushfire-gm]

(..Looked over at Pest, clear worry on his face..)

"..Brad?" "..Do you want a hug or anything? ..Thaniyel may not be here but, you've still got us.."

(He opened his arms just incase,) "Or, we can head home and you can play some videogames maybe?.."

[bubonic-trauma]

Brad only sank into the hug, though he did remove his glasses for this not wanting to break them

N0 7h4nks I d0n'7 7hink vid30 g4m34 will h3lp m3 wi7h 7his...

Brad spoke quietly as he looked away, though just for a second his voice wavered yet he soon cleared his throat

Is this about the glasses too? Come on dude, you are acting like dad went off to die in a war or something!

Pest blurted out, in a fast manner; as if it were common knowledge that or he just really said the first thing that came to mind

No thanks I don't think video gamea will help me with this...

[brushfire-gm]

(Gav shot Pest a glare,) "NOT the time, bugboy! Get the mothballs that're preventing you from thinking before you speak outta your damn brain!"

(he huffed, before hugging brad gently... letting him rest on him..) "..It'll be okay.. take the time you need and let it all out. we're here for you."

"We have all day to rest, im sure nothing chaotic will happen."

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h, I'm fin3, i7's jus7 g0nn4 74k3 4 g00d whil3 70 g37 us3d 70 7h3s3 gl4ss3s, 4nd 7h47's 4ssuming 7h3y w0n'7 br34k in 4 f3w h0urs fr0m n0w, 3i7h3r du3 70, 4s I s4id, g377ing in70 4 figh7 0r I jus7 f0rg37 I h4v3 7h3m 0n 4nd I sl33p 7h3m cr00k3d...

Brad slowly nodded, though he rubbed the back of his neck to ease the growing tension there

N0, i7's n07 7h3 gl4ss3s, w3ll, n07 fully. I w4s jus7 m0r3 c0nfid3n7 7h47 I c0uld, y0u kn0w, h4ndl3 7h3 73s7 b3773r, n0w P3s7 b3ing P3s7, w3ll, h3 will n3v3r l37 m3 liv3 7h47 d0wn, 4nd I'll n3v3r h34r 7h3 3nd 0f i7 s0 y0u kn0w...

As for Brad's expression, he wasn't really sad or mad, but more so disappointed; both at the situation and himself

7h47's g0nn4 b3 4 uh...s7ruggl3...4 r34lly 4nn0ying 0n3.

Though something else troubled him also, but he did promise not to bring it out; though his brow furrowing in worry gave it away...slightly

Yeah, I'm fine, it's just gonna take a good while to get used to these glasses, and that's assuming they won't break in a few hours from now, either due to, as I said, getting into a fight or I just forget I have them on and I sleep them crooked…

No, it's not the glasses, well, not fully. I was just more confident that I could, you know, handle the test better, now Pest being Pest, well, he will never let me live that down, and I'll never hear the end of it, so you know…

That's gonna be a uh…struggle…a really annoying one.

[brushfire-gm]

"Youre always confident. Thats a good thing. If it makes you feel better, I'll grab some glasses frames from somewhere, and we can both wear glasses.. That way, you wont be alone, eh?" (Gav scratched his chin, before propping his head up.) "I think its about time the older brother got bullied right on back. I'll have your back." (He tried to joke, but sighed. He could see the worry in Brads face.)

"Though.. Brad, whats really bothering you."

[bubonic-trauma]

0h? Hm, s0rry m4n, I gu3ss I s7ill miss d4d, 4nd I w0rry 4b0u7 wh47 h3's d0ing 0u7 7h3r3 f0r s0 l0ng, y0u kn0w? I7 jus7 isn'7 lik3 him 70 l34v3 lik3 7his...

Brad paused; he did promise not to bring it up so he told Gavin the truth technically he wasn't lying

4s f0r 4 c3r74in 0ld3r br07h3r, 4ny id34s? H3 migh7 pl4y 7h3 vic7im, bu7 w3 w0uldn'7 g0 7h47 f4r, 7h0ugh I h0p3...

As for getting back at Pest; and giving him a taste of his own medicine well they'd need to think of how to get their revenge

I'm back; can't believe how big those lines are with this accursed heat wave, couldn't we make ice cream at home or something?

Speaking of Pest he soon returned with the ice cream, holding the two frozen treats in front of Gavin and Brad, choosing not to say anything further

Th4nks...

Brad sighed as he wordlessly took his ice cream and began eating it, but hey at least he seemed to enjoy it, perhaps they were back on 'talking terms' at least

Oh? Hm, sorry man, I guess I still miss dad, and I worry about what he's doing out there for so long, you know? It just isn't like him to leave like this…

As for a certain older brother, any ideas? He might play the victim, but we wouldn't go that far, though I hope…

Thanks...

[brushfire-gm]

"Well.. Montys getting pretty old too. Im sure maybe Thaniyels just staying a bit to help him out around the town, yeah? Theyre real good friends, too." (He reassured Brad,) "As for your brother, Ill just tease him back when he teases you.. He doesnt have the best temper, so... itll probably be pretty easy."

(As Pest returned, Gav looked up.) "Ah.. I kind of forgot he sent you out to get icecream specifically. Why dont you have mine? Still not a big fan of sweets.. "

(He scooted aside a bit so Pest could sit down.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest sat down; as he began eating the ice cream he just had purchased thankfully with a full mouth he couldn't really insult Brad

I kn0w, bu7 I susp3c7 whil3 h3 fully didn'7 li3 4nd h3 7ruly did g0 70 m337 M4y0r M0n7y, w3ll... I f33l h3 will b3 g0n3 f0r 4 m0n7h, m4yb3 7w0 0r m0r3 3v3n...

Brad sighed, as he sadly chewed on his ice cream, hell even food couldn't cheer him up and he normally liked sweets

I susp3c7, 0r w3ll, I kn0w h3 lik3ly w3n7 70 s34rch f0r 73l4m0n... 7h0ugh in 7h47 c4s3, I d0n'7 g37 why h3 didn'7 47 l34s7 74k3 G4vin 4nd m3 wi7h him...

He finally let it slip, the thing that was one of the things that was truly weighing down on him

I m34n h3 w4s sur3 in 4 rush 70 l34v3...

Even Pest stopped eating, as he gave a look that was a mixture of concern, confusion and shock; but he was still at a loss on what to say

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin paused, before giving Brad a sorry look..) "Well.. We did tell him we were gonna hang out.. he probably didnt wanna drag us into it when we had our night already planned, yknow?"

"and considering i'd just gotten the windforce.. and youre still healing. He didnt wanna put anymore on our shoulders." (He set a hand on Brads shoulder as he spoke..) "Thaniyels a good dad and person, he cares for all of us and is considerate. He wouldnt try to rush us into a new adventure when we'd just gotten back from one."

(he went silent for a moment, thinking..)

"..He'll be back soon.. and if he isnt, well, you can win our next fight. But Thaniyel will be okay."

[bubonic-trauma]

Brad paused but he couldn't come up with a good counterpoint or arguement but he silently handed Pest his ice cream

H3r3 y0u c4n h4v3 i7, I d0n'7 f33l hungry 4nym0r3....

Now it was Pest's time to be concerned as his brow furrowed, Brad normally could take some teasing but this wasnt like him at all...

Are you feeling sick or something? It's unlike you do turn down food, especially sweets

Pest used his free hand to feel Brad's forehead but it didn't feel hot still though it was sudden and even more concering

Here you can have it, I don't feel hungry anymore....

[brushfire-gm]

(..Looked over at Pest, clear worry on his face..)

"..Brad?" "..Do you want a hug or anything? ..Thaniyel may not be here but, you've still got us.."

(He opened his arms just incase,) "Or, we can head home and you can play some videogames maybe?.."

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h, I'm fin3, i7's jus7 g0nn4 74k3 4 g00d whil3 70 g37 us3d 70 7h3s3 gl4ss3s, 4nd 7h47's 4ssuming 7h3y w0n'7 br34k in 4 f3w h0urs fr0m n0w, 3i7h3r du3 70, 4s I s4id, g377ing in70 4 figh7 0r I jus7 f0rg37 I h4v3 7h3m 0n 4nd I sl33p 7h3m cr00k3d...

Brad slowly nodded, though he rubbed the back of his neck to ease the growing tension there

N0, i7's n07 7h3 gl4ss3s, w3ll, n07 fully. I w4s jus7 m0r3 c0nfid3n7 7h47 I c0uld, y0u kn0w, h4ndl3 7h3 73s7 b3773r, n0w P3s7 b3ing P3s7, w3ll, h3 will n3v3r l37 m3 liv3 7h47 d0wn, 4nd I'll n3v3r h34r 7h3 3nd 0f i7 s0 y0u kn0w...

As for Brad's expression, he wasn't really sad or mad, but more so disappointed; both at the situation and himself

7h47's g0nn4 b3 4 uh...s7ruggl3...4 r34lly 4nn0ying 0n3.

Though something else troubled him also, but he did promise not to bring it out; though his brow furrowing in worry gave it away...slightly

Yeah, I'm fine, it's just gonna take a good while to get used to these glasses, and that's assuming they won't break in a few hours from now, either due to, as I said, getting into a fight or I just forget I have them on and I sleep them crooked…

No, it's not the glasses, well, not fully. I was just more confident that I could, you know, handle the test better, now Pest being Pest, well, he will never let me live that down, and I'll never hear the end of it, so you know…

That's gonna be a uh…struggle…a really annoying one.

[brushfire-gm]

"Youre always confident. Thats a good thing. If it makes you feel better, I'll grab some glasses frames from somewhere, and we can both wear glasses.. That way, you wont be alone, eh?" (Gav scratched his chin, before propping his head up.) "I think its about time the older brother got bullied right on back. I'll have your back." (He tried to joke, but sighed. He could see the worry in Brads face.)

"Though.. Brad, whats really bothering you."

[bubonic-trauma]

0h? Hm, s0rry m4n, I gu3ss I s7ill miss d4d, 4nd I w0rry 4b0u7 wh47 h3's d0ing 0u7 7h3r3 f0r s0 l0ng, y0u kn0w? I7 jus7 isn'7 lik3 him 70 l34v3 lik3 7his...

Brad paused; he did promise not to bring it up so he told Gavin the truth technically he wasn't lying

4s f0r 4 c3r74in 0ld3r br07h3r, 4ny id34s? H3 migh7 pl4y 7h3 vic7im, bu7 w3 w0uldn'7 g0 7h47 f4r, 7h0ugh I h0p3...

As for getting back at Pest; and giving him a taste of his own medicine well they'd need to think of how to get their revenge

I'm back; can't believe how big those lines are with this accursed heat wave, couldn't we make ice cream at home or something?

Speaking of Pest he soon returned with the ice cream, holding the two frozen treats in front of Gavin and Brad, choosing not to say anything further

Th4nks...

Brad sighed as he wordlessly took his ice cream and began eating it, but hey at least he seemed to enjoy it, perhaps they were back on 'talking terms' at least

Oh? Hm, sorry man, I guess I still miss dad, and I worry about what he's doing out there for so long, you know? It just isn't like him to leave like this…

As for a certain older brother, any ideas? He might play the victim, but we wouldn't go that far, though I hope…

Thanks...

[brushfire-gm]

"Well.. Montys getting pretty old too. Im sure maybe Thaniyels just staying a bit to help him out around the town, yeah? Theyre real good friends, too." (He reassured Brad,) "As for your brother, Ill just tease him back when he teases you.. He doesnt have the best temper, so... itll probably be pretty easy."

(As Pest returned, Gav looked up.) "Ah.. I kind of forgot he sent you out to get icecream specifically. Why dont you have mine? Still not a big fan of sweets.. "

(He scooted aside a bit so Pest could sit down.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest sat down; as he began eating the ice cream he just had purchased thankfully with a full mouth he couldn't really insult Brad

I kn0w, bu7 I susp3c7 whil3 h3 fully didn'7 li3 4nd h3 7ruly did g0 70 m337 M4y0r M0n7y, w3ll... I f33l h3 will b3 g0n3 f0r 4 m0n7h, m4yb3 7w0 0r m0r3 3v3n...

Brad sighed, as he sadly chewed on his ice cream, hell even food couldn't cheer him up and he normally liked sweets

I susp3c7, 0r w3ll, I kn0w h3 lik3ly w3n7 70 s34rch f0r 73l4m0n... 7h0ugh in 7h47 c4s3, I d0n'7 g37 why h3 didn'7 47 l34s7 74k3 G4vin 4nd m3 wi7h him...

He finally let it slip, the thing that was one of the things that was truly weighing down on him

I m34n h3 w4s sur3 in 4 rush 70 l34v3...

Even Pest stopped eating, as he gave a look that was a mixture of concern, confusion and shock; but he was still at a loss on what to say

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin paused, before giving Brad a sorry look..) "Well.. We did tell him we were gonna hang out.. he probably didnt wanna drag us into it when we had our night already planned, yknow?"

"and considering i'd just gotten the windforce.. and youre still healing. He didnt wanna put anymore on our shoulders." (He set a hand on Brads shoulder as he spoke..) "Thaniyels a good dad and person, he cares for all of us and is considerate. He wouldnt try to rush us into a new adventure when we'd just gotten back from one."

(he went silent for a moment, thinking..)

"..He'll be back soon.. and if he isnt, well, you can win our next fight. But Thaniyel will be okay."

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h, I'm fin3, i7's jus7 g0nn4 74k3 4 g00d whil3 70 g37 us3d 70 7h3s3 gl4ss3s, 4nd 7h47's 4ssuming 7h3y w0n'7 br34k in 4 f3w h0urs fr0m n0w, 3i7h3r du3 70, 4s I s4id, g377ing in70 4 figh7 0r I jus7 f0rg37 I h4v3 7h3m 0n 4nd I sl33p 7h3m cr00k3d...

Brad slowly nodded, though he rubbed the back of his neck to ease the growing tension there

N0, i7's n07 7h3 gl4ss3s, w3ll, n07 fully. I w4s jus7 m0r3 c0nfid3n7 7h47 I c0uld, y0u kn0w, h4ndl3 7h3 73s7 b3773r, n0w P3s7 b3ing P3s7, w3ll, h3 will n3v3r l37 m3 liv3 7h47 d0wn, 4nd I'll n3v3r h34r 7h3 3nd 0f i7 s0 y0u kn0w...

As for Brad's expression, he wasn't really sad or mad, but more so disappointed; both at the situation and himself

7h47's g0nn4 b3 4 uh...s7ruggl3...4 r34lly 4nn0ying 0n3.

Though something else troubled him also, but he did promise not to bring it out; though his brow furrowing in worry gave it away...slightly

Yeah, I'm fine, it's just gonna take a good while to get used to these glasses, and that's assuming they won't break in a few hours from now, either due to, as I said, getting into a fight or I just forget I have them on and I sleep them crooked…

No, it's not the glasses, well, not fully. I was just more confident that I could, you know, handle the test better, now Pest being Pest, well, he will never let me live that down, and I'll never hear the end of it, so you know…

That's gonna be a uh…struggle…a really annoying one.

[brushfire-gm]

"Youre always confident. Thats a good thing. If it makes you feel better, I'll grab some glasses frames from somewhere, and we can both wear glasses.. That way, you wont be alone, eh?" (Gav scratched his chin, before propping his head up.) "I think its about time the older brother got bullied right on back. I'll have your back." (He tried to joke, but sighed. He could see the worry in Brads face.)

"Though.. Brad, whats really bothering you."

[bubonic-trauma]

0h? Hm, s0rry m4n, I gu3ss I s7ill miss d4d, 4nd I w0rry 4b0u7 wh47 h3's d0ing 0u7 7h3r3 f0r s0 l0ng, y0u kn0w? I7 jus7 isn'7 lik3 him 70 l34v3 lik3 7his...

Brad paused; he did promise not to bring it up so he told Gavin the truth technically he wasn't lying

4s f0r 4 c3r74in 0ld3r br07h3r, 4ny id34s? H3 migh7 pl4y 7h3 vic7im, bu7 w3 w0uldn'7 g0 7h47 f4r, 7h0ugh I h0p3...

As for getting back at Pest; and giving him a taste of his own medicine well they'd need to think of how to get their revenge

I'm back; can't believe how big those lines are with this accursed heat wave, couldn't we make ice cream at home or something?

Speaking of Pest he soon returned with the ice cream, holding the two frozen treats in front of Gavin and Brad, choosing not to say anything further

Th4nks...

Brad sighed as he wordlessly took his ice cream and began eating it, but hey at least he seemed to enjoy it, perhaps they were back on 'talking terms' at least

Oh? Hm, sorry man, I guess I still miss dad, and I worry about what he's doing out there for so long, you know? It just isn't like him to leave like this…

As for a certain older brother, any ideas? He might play the victim, but we wouldn't go that far, though I hope…

Thanks...

[brushfire-gm]

"Well.. Montys getting pretty old too. Im sure maybe Thaniyels just staying a bit to help him out around the town, yeah? Theyre real good friends, too." (He reassured Brad,) "As for your brother, Ill just tease him back when he teases you.. He doesnt have the best temper, so... itll probably be pretty easy."

(As Pest returned, Gav looked up.) "Ah.. I kind of forgot he sent you out to get icecream specifically. Why dont you have mine? Still not a big fan of sweets.. "

(He scooted aside a bit so Pest could sit down.)

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h, I'm fin3, i7's jus7 g0nn4 74k3 4 g00d whil3 70 g37 us3d 70 7h3s3 gl4ss3s, 4nd 7h47's 4ssuming 7h3y w0n'7 br34k in 4 f3w h0urs fr0m n0w, 3i7h3r du3 70, 4s I s4id, g377ing in70 4 figh7 0r I jus7 f0rg37 I h4v3 7h3m 0n 4nd I sl33p 7h3m cr00k3d...

Brad slowly nodded, though he rubbed the back of his neck to ease the growing tension there

N0, i7's n07 7h3 gl4ss3s, w3ll, n07 fully. I w4s jus7 m0r3 c0nfid3n7 7h47 I c0uld, y0u kn0w, h4ndl3 7h3 73s7 b3773r, n0w P3s7 b3ing P3s7, w3ll, h3 will n3v3r l37 m3 liv3 7h47 d0wn, 4nd I'll n3v3r h34r 7h3 3nd 0f i7 s0 y0u kn0w...

As for Brad's expression, he wasn't really sad or mad, but more so disappointed; both at the situation and himself

7h47's g0nn4 b3 4 uh...s7ruggl3...4 r34lly 4nn0ying 0n3.

Though something else troubled him also, but he did promise not to bring it out; though his brow furrowing in worry gave it away...slightly

Yeah, I'm fine, it's just gonna take a good while to get used to these glasses, and that's assuming they won't break in a few hours from now, either due to, as I said, getting into a fight or I just forget I have them on and I sleep them crooked…

No, it's not the glasses, well, not fully. I was just more confident that I could, you know, handle the test better, now Pest being Pest, well, he will never let me live that down, and I'll never hear the end of it, so you know…

That's gonna be a uh…struggle…a really annoying one.

[brushfire-gm]

"Youre always confident. Thats a good thing. If it makes you feel better, I'll grab some glasses frames from somewhere, and we can both wear glasses.. That way, you wont be alone, eh?" (Gav scratched his chin, before propping his head up.) "I think its about time the older brother got bullied right on back. I'll have your back." (He tried to joke, but sighed. He could see the worry in Brads face.)

"Though.. Brad, whats really bothering you."

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest looked at Gavin having a slightly suspicious glance but he shrugged it off for now

I'm 73lling y0u righ7 n0w, I'll g37 7h3 high3s7 sc0r3 47 7h3 3y3 d0c70rs; w3 4r3 w4s7ing 7h3ir 7im3! Bu7 if y0u w4n7 m3 70 fl3x, sur3; d0n'7 bl4m3 m3 if I g37 4 b3773r sc0r3 7h4n y0u!

Brad stood up as he stretched, though he had decided that he'd speak with Gavin after the doctors visit

Yes, yes, fine...Look, it's just a harmless check-up; we aren't doing this out of spite or anything. If you get glasses, look at the bright side, your headaches will go away.

Pest sighed as he shook his head though he began brushing the bugs off from Brad first, he could easily shake them off himself

Alright, you're all clear, come on, let's get back to the car

After clearing Brad of bugs the two brothers walked back to the car in silence

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin had the jeep running like he said he would, sitting in the passenger seat. he seemed to smile.)

"I didnt hear anybody call shotgun, so.."

(He buckled himself up as the brothers got closer to the car, feeling smug.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Ugh, I'll l37 y0u 74k3 sh07gun 7his 7im3, bu7 d0n'7 l37 i7 b3c0m3 4 h4bi7!

Brad was about to comment on it; but a quick glance from Pest shut that down, as he settled on the backseat at least he could lay down

Ah you will be fine; let the hero have the front seat for once.

Pest got into the drivers seat as he began driving back to the town, though he did drive a tiny bit slower this time

...

If 3i7h3r 0f y0u s4ys 4 w0rd, I will-

After being in the doctors office for a good 20 minutes Brad walked out of the room with his head lowered just slightly but even then the glasses were clearly visible

You look ridiculous! Ohhhh man I wish I had a camera!

Pest let out a snort, before he burst out laughing; as he pointed at Brad making everyone else look their way

Here, he has to use this 3 times a day; 2 drops into each eye.

The doctor soon walked up to Gavin and Pest handing Gavin the eye drop instead of Pest who was currently having a laugh attack

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin held the eyedrops, but smacked Pests back with his free hand, glaring.) ‘ ’ Shut your trap..! ‘ ’

(He turned back to Brad, walking over and patting him on the shoulder..) "Ignore him, you dont look ridiculous.. You look the same, man. just.. you know, with glasses! It doesnt change anything!" (Gave him a gentle shake as he wrapped an arm around him, smiling encouragingly.. or, atleast trying to. He knew this would probably hurt Brads ego a bit...)

[bubonic-trauma]

Sorry, but pfff..You have to admit; it's kinda funnny...

Pest flinched slightly but he still snorted

Eugh...Y34h, 7h4nks, m4n, bu7 s7ill, c0uldn'7 7h3y h4v3 giv3n m3 3y3 c0n74c7s 0r s0m37hing? Figh7ing n0w will b3 h4rd3r...

Brad wanted to remove his glasses right there, but he'd be wasting Gavin's money and he'd likely get another pair anyways

And if 7h3y br34k i'd h473 70 im4gin3 7h3 r3p4ir 4nd r3pl4c3m3n7 c0s7s; I'd r47h3r sp3nd i7 0n s0m37hing c00l...

All he could do was just sigh and nod, the only positive that they had a defensive "barrier" for computer light

Don't worry about that; they have a 4-year warranty, and don't worry about people making fun of you too much.

The doctor gave Brad a sympathetic look before he cleared his throat making his way back into his office

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin hugged Brad, trying to comfort him as much as he can.) "Pessst, youre not heelpinggg."

(He lifted Brads head, fixing the glasses on his face.) "Its not that bad, youre alright. 4 year warrantyy, aaannd.. do you really get into fights that often? Besides when i call you into battle.."

"Seeing the frames in your vision might take a bit to get used to, yeah, but i think youll be fine. I mean, i won all of my fights with my mask on. Just imagine how much of my vision that obscures, yeah?"

"And.. if you think glasses are that lame, think how embarrasing itd be to lose to someone wearing them then."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h... Righ7, c0m3 0n, G4vin. L37's g37 s0m3 fr3sh 4ir. 7his r00m's g377ing 4 bi7 700 s7uffy f0r my liking. P3rh4ps w3 c4n gr4b s0m3 ic3 cr34m 0r s0m37hing...

Brad stared daggers at Pest, but he slowly wiggled his way out of the hug, not roughly enough to hurt Gavin but he wasn't in the mood for a hug

I7's 700 h07 70 d0 4ny7hing 4c7iv3 4nyw4y, b3s7 s4v3 0ur 3n3rgy in c4s3 7h3r3's 4 f0r3s7 fir3 0r s0m37hing...

Brad scoffed as he walked outside though he did motion for Gavin to follow

Hey, come on, man. Learn to take a joke. Admittedly, you look a tiny bit silly right now.

Pest regained himself just enough to follow Brad, even if he was still laughing as he spoke

Others could and will say much worse!

In Pest defense he tried apologizing but for now he was only met by a silent nod

Yeah… Right, come on, Gavin. Let's get some fresh air. This room's getting a bit too stuffy for my liking. Perhaps we can grab some ice cream or something…

It's too hot to do anything active anyway, best save our energy in case there's a forest fire or something…

[brushfire-gm]

"..Eeooh boy, todays gonna be long." (Gavin muttered, following along with the others.. he glanced up at Brad when he mentioned a forest fire.. really man? He squinted, remembering the vision they both shared, and stopped walking, wondering if Brad was thinking of the vision when he said that. He snorted quietly to himself and resumed walking.)

(The whole mood between the group seemed to shift, well, besides Pest just being Pest, and it was really messing with Gavin. He looked off to the side, hands in his pockets with his brows furrowed.)

[bubonic-trauma]

H3r3, m4k3 y0urs3lf us3ful, Mr.Sm4r7 guy, 4nd g0 buy us s0m3 ic3 cr34m, if y0u g37 7h3 wr0ng fl4v0ur, i7's c0ming 0u774 y0ur b4nk 4cc0un7 7il y0u g37 i7 righ7!

Brad stopped just outside the front porch of the eye doctor's as sat down on the stairs

Y0u s74y...I h4v3 s0m37hing 70 74lk 4b0u7...

He handed enougb bux to get him and Gavin some ice cream but he stopped Gavin from leaving by holding onto the man's arm, not tightly but enough for it to make it harder to wiggle free

Fine fine jeez... I hope this will avoid me having to deal with another one of your temper tantrums later!

Pest scoffed, of course Brad always over reacted, for now he wandered off; he'd just have to guess what type of ice cream they liked

Spoiled Brat...

Here, make yourself useful, Mr.Smart guy, and go buy us some ice cream, if you get the wrong flavour, it's coming outta your bank account til you get it right!

You stay…I have something to talk about…

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin jolted a little, stopping in his steps and giving a nod..)

(He looked at the sky for a moment, before kneeling into a sit beside Brad.) "Whatsup? You okay?"

(Tilting his head, he tried to search Brads expression before he told him what he wanted to talk about.) "Is it the glasses?"

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest looked at Gavin having a slightly suspicious glance but he shrugged it off for now

I'm 73lling y0u righ7 n0w, I'll g37 7h3 high3s7 sc0r3 47 7h3 3y3 d0c70rs; w3 4r3 w4s7ing 7h3ir 7im3! Bu7 if y0u w4n7 m3 70 fl3x, sur3; d0n'7 bl4m3 m3 if I g37 4 b3773r sc0r3 7h4n y0u!

Brad stood up as he stretched, though he had decided that he'd speak with Gavin after the doctors visit

Yes, yes, fine...Look, it's just a harmless check-up; we aren't doing this out of spite or anything. If you get glasses, look at the bright side, your headaches will go away.

Pest sighed as he shook his head though he began brushing the bugs off from Brad first, he could easily shake them off himself

Alright, you're all clear, come on, let's get back to the car

After clearing Brad of bugs the two brothers walked back to the car in silence

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin had the jeep running like he said he would, sitting in the passenger seat. he seemed to smile.)

"I didnt hear anybody call shotgun, so.."

(He buckled himself up as the brothers got closer to the car, feeling smug.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Ugh, I'll l37 y0u 74k3 sh07gun 7his 7im3, bu7 d0n'7 l37 i7 b3c0m3 4 h4bi7!

Brad was about to comment on it; but a quick glance from Pest shut that down, as he settled on the backseat at least he could lay down

Ah you will be fine; let the hero have the front seat for once.

Pest got into the drivers seat as he began driving back to the town, though he did drive a tiny bit slower this time

...

If 3i7h3r 0f y0u s4ys 4 w0rd, I will-

After being in the doctors office for a good 20 minutes Brad walked out of the room with his head lowered just slightly but even then the glasses were clearly visible

You look ridiculous! Ohhhh man I wish I had a camera!

Pest let out a snort, before he burst out laughing; as he pointed at Brad making everyone else look their way

Here, he has to use this 3 times a day; 2 drops into each eye.

The doctor soon walked up to Gavin and Pest handing Gavin the eye drop instead of Pest who was currently having a laugh attack

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin held the eyedrops, but smacked Pests back with his free hand, glaring.) ‘ ’ Shut your trap..! ‘ ’

(He turned back to Brad, walking over and patting him on the shoulder..) "Ignore him, you dont look ridiculous.. You look the same, man. just.. you know, with glasses! It doesnt change anything!" (Gave him a gentle shake as he wrapped an arm around him, smiling encouragingly.. or, atleast trying to. He knew this would probably hurt Brads ego a bit...)

[bubonic-trauma]

Sorry, but pfff..You have to admit; it's kinda funnny...

Pest flinched slightly but he still snorted

Eugh...Y34h, 7h4nks, m4n, bu7 s7ill, c0uldn'7 7h3y h4v3 giv3n m3 3y3 c0n74c7s 0r s0m37hing? Figh7ing n0w will b3 h4rd3r...

Brad wanted to remove his glasses right there, but he'd be wasting Gavin's money and he'd likely get another pair anyways

And if 7h3y br34k i'd h473 70 im4gin3 7h3 r3p4ir 4nd r3pl4c3m3n7 c0s7s; I'd r47h3r sp3nd i7 0n s0m37hing c00l...

All he could do was just sigh and nod, the only positive that they had a defensive "barrier" for computer light

Don't worry about that; they have a 4-year warranty, and don't worry about people making fun of you too much.

The doctor gave Brad a sympathetic look before he cleared his throat making his way back into his office

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin hugged Brad, trying to comfort him as much as he can.) "Pessst, youre not heelpinggg."

(He lifted Brads head, fixing the glasses on his face.) "Its not that bad, youre alright. 4 year warrantyy, aaannd.. do you really get into fights that often? Besides when i call you into battle.."

"Seeing the frames in your vision might take a bit to get used to, yeah, but i think youll be fine. I mean, i won all of my fights with my mask on. Just imagine how much of my vision that obscures, yeah?"

"And.. if you think glasses are that lame, think how embarrasing itd be to lose to someone wearing them then."

[bubonic-trauma]

Y34h... Righ7, c0m3 0n, G4vin. L37's g37 s0m3 fr3sh 4ir. 7his r00m's g377ing 4 bi7 700 s7uffy f0r my liking. P3rh4ps w3 c4n gr4b s0m3 ic3 cr34m 0r s0m37hing...

Brad stared daggers at Pest, but he slowly wiggled his way out of the hug, not roughly enough to hurt Gavin but he wasn't in the mood for a hug

I7's 700 h07 70 d0 4ny7hing 4c7iv3 4nyw4y, b3s7 s4v3 0ur 3n3rgy in c4s3 7h3r3's 4 f0r3s7 fir3 0r s0m37hing...

Brad scoffed as he walked outside though he did motion for Gavin to follow

Hey, come on, man. Learn to take a joke. Admittedly, you look a tiny bit silly right now.

Pest regained himself just enough to follow Brad, even if he was still laughing as he spoke

Others could and will say much worse!

In Pest defense he tried apologizing but for now he was only met by a silent nod

Yeah… Right, come on, Gavin. Let's get some fresh air. This room's getting a bit too stuffy for my liking. Perhaps we can grab some ice cream or something…

It's too hot to do anything active anyway, best save our energy in case there's a forest fire or something…

[brushfire-gm]

"..Eeooh boy, todays gonna be long." (Gavin muttered, following along with the others.. he glanced up at Brad when he mentioned a forest fire.. really man? He squinted, remembering the vision they both shared, and stopped walking, wondering if Brad was thinking of the vision when he said that. He snorted quietly to himself and resumed walking.)

(The whole mood between the group seemed to shift, well, besides Pest just being Pest, and it was really messing with Gavin. He looked off to the side, hands in his pockets with his brows furrowed.)

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest looked at Gavin having a slightly suspicious glance but he shrugged it off for now

I'm 73lling y0u righ7 n0w, I'll g37 7h3 high3s7 sc0r3 47 7h3 3y3 d0c70rs; w3 4r3 w4s7ing 7h3ir 7im3! Bu7 if y0u w4n7 m3 70 fl3x, sur3; d0n'7 bl4m3 m3 if I g37 4 b3773r sc0r3 7h4n y0u!

Brad stood up as he stretched, though he had decided that he'd speak with Gavin after the doctors visit

Yes, yes, fine...Look, it's just a harmless check-up; we aren't doing this out of spite or anything. If you get glasses, look at the bright side, your headaches will go away.

Pest sighed as he shook his head though he began brushing the bugs off from Brad first, he could easily shake them off himself

Alright, you're all clear, come on, let's get back to the car

After clearing Brad of bugs the two brothers walked back to the car in silence

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin had the jeep running like he said he would, sitting in the passenger seat. he seemed to smile.)

"I didnt hear anybody call shotgun, so.."

(He buckled himself up as the brothers got closer to the car, feeling smug.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Ugh, I'll l37 y0u 74k3 sh07gun 7his 7im3, bu7 d0n'7 l37 i7 b3c0m3 4 h4bi7!

Brad was about to comment on it; but a quick glance from Pest shut that down, as he settled on the backseat at least he could lay down

Ah you will be fine; let the hero have the front seat for once.

Pest got into the drivers seat as he began driving back to the town, though he did drive a tiny bit slower this time

...

If 3i7h3r 0f y0u s4ys 4 w0rd, I will-

After being in the doctors office for a good 20 minutes Brad walked out of the room with his head lowered just slightly but even then the glasses were clearly visible

You look ridiculous! Ohhhh man I wish I had a camera!

Pest let out a snort, before he burst out laughing; as he pointed at Brad making everyone else look their way

Here, he has to use this 3 times a day; 2 drops into each eye.

The doctor soon walked up to Gavin and Pest handing Gavin the eye drop instead of Pest who was currently having a laugh attack

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin held the eyedrops, but smacked Pests back with his free hand, glaring.) ‘ ’ Shut your trap..! ‘ ’

(He turned back to Brad, walking over and patting him on the shoulder..) "Ignore him, you dont look ridiculous.. You look the same, man. just.. you know, with glasses! It doesnt change anything!" (Gave him a gentle shake as he wrapped an arm around him, smiling encouragingly.. or, atleast trying to. He knew this would probably hurt Brads ego a bit...)

[bubonic-trauma]

Sorry, but pfff..You have to admit; it's kinda funnny...

Pest flinched slightly but he still snorted

Eugh...Y34h, 7h4nks, m4n, bu7 s7ill, c0uldn'7 7h3y h4v3 giv3n m3 3y3 c0n74c7s 0r s0m37hing? Figh7ing n0w will b3 h4rd3r...

Brad wanted to remove his glasses right there, but he'd be wasting Gavin's money and he'd likely get another pair anyways

And if 7h3y br34k i'd h473 70 im4gin3 7h3 r3p4ir 4nd r3pl4c3m3n7 c0s7s; I'd r47h3r sp3nd i7 0n s0m37hing c00l...

All he could do was just sigh and nod, the only positive that they had a defensive "barrier" for computer light

Don't worry about that; they have a 4-year warranty, and don't worry about people making fun of you too much.

The doctor gave Brad a sympathetic look before he cleared his throat making his way back into his office

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin hugged Brad, trying to comfort him as much as he can.) "Pessst, youre not heelpinggg."

(He lifted Brads head, fixing the glasses on his face.) "Its not that bad, youre alright. 4 year warrantyy, aaannd.. do you really get into fights that often? Besides when i call you into battle.."

"Seeing the frames in your vision might take a bit to get used to, yeah, but i think youll be fine. I mean, i won all of my fights with my mask on. Just imagine how much of my vision that obscures, yeah?"

"And.. if you think glasses are that lame, think how embarrasing itd be to lose to someone wearing them then."

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest looked at Gavin having a slightly suspicious glance but he shrugged it off for now

I'm 73lling y0u righ7 n0w, I'll g37 7h3 high3s7 sc0r3 47 7h3 3y3 d0c70rs; w3 4r3 w4s7ing 7h3ir 7im3! Bu7 if y0u w4n7 m3 70 fl3x, sur3; d0n'7 bl4m3 m3 if I g37 4 b3773r sc0r3 7h4n y0u!

Brad stood up as he stretched, though he had decided that he'd speak with Gavin after the doctors visit

Yes, yes, fine...Look, it's just a harmless check-up; we aren't doing this out of spite or anything. If you get glasses, look at the bright side, your headaches will go away.

Pest sighed as he shook his head though he began brushing the bugs off from Brad first, he could easily shake them off himself

Alright, you're all clear, come on, let's get back to the car

After clearing Brad of bugs the two brothers walked back to the car in silence

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin had the jeep running like he said he would, sitting in the passenger seat. he seemed to smile.)

"I didnt hear anybody call shotgun, so.."

(He buckled himself up as the brothers got closer to the car, feeling smug.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Ugh, I'll l37 y0u 74k3 sh07gun 7his 7im3, bu7 d0n'7 l37 i7 b3c0m3 4 h4bi7!

Brad was about to comment on it; but a quick glance from Pest shut that down, as he settled on the backseat at least he could lay down

Ah you will be fine; let the hero have the front seat for once.

Pest got into the drivers seat as he began driving back to the town, though he did drive a tiny bit slower this time

...

If 3i7h3r 0f y0u s4ys 4 w0rd, I will-

After being in the doctors office for a good 20 minutes Brad walked out of the room with his head lowered just slightly but even then the glasses were clearly visible

You look ridiculous! Ohhhh man I wish I had a camera!

Pest let out a snort, before he burst out laughing; as he pointed at Brad making everyone else look their way

Here, he has to use this 3 times a day; 2 drops into each eye.

The doctor soon walked up to Gavin and Pest handing Gavin the eye drop instead of Pest who was currently having a laugh attack

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin held the eyedrops, but smacked Pests back with his free hand, glaring.) ‘ ’ Shut your trap..! ‘ ’

(He turned back to Brad, walking over and patting him on the shoulder..) "Ignore him, you dont look ridiculous.. You look the same, man. just.. you know, with glasses! It doesnt change anything!" (Gave him a gentle shake as he wrapped an arm around him, smiling encouragingly.. or, atleast trying to. He knew this would probably hurt Brads ego a bit...)

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Pest looked at Gavin having a slightly suspicious glance but he shrugged it off for now

I'm 73lling y0u righ7 n0w, I'll g37 7h3 high3s7 sc0r3 47 7h3 3y3 d0c70rs; w3 4r3 w4s7ing 7h3ir 7im3! Bu7 if y0u w4n7 m3 70 fl3x, sur3; d0n'7 bl4m3 m3 if I g37 4 b3773r sc0r3 7h4n y0u!

Brad stood up as he stretched, though he had decided that he'd speak with Gavin after the doctors visit

Yes, yes, fine...Look, it's just a harmless check-up; we aren't doing this out of spite or anything. If you get glasses, look at the bright side, your headaches will go away.

Pest sighed as he shook his head though he began brushing the bugs off from Brad first, he could easily shake them off himself

Alright, you're all clear, come on, let's get back to the car

After clearing Brad of bugs the two brothers walked back to the car in silence

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin had the jeep running like he said he would, sitting in the passenger seat. he seemed to smile.)

"I didnt hear anybody call shotgun, so.."

(He buckled himself up as the brothers got closer to the car, feeling smug.)

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Tell me about it, eugh if I weren't half bug myself it'd have taken bug spray with me but you know that's like touching radioactive waste for me...

Pest began walking, as he made sure Brad was as comfortable as he could make them

But luckily they don't suck my blood, their buzzing's the main thing that bothers me; that noise makes me cringe so much...

Around them the jungle was silent, seems like most animals were waiting for the heatwave to die down before they'd come to hunt

But luckily they don't suck my blood, their buzzing's the main thing that bothers me; that noise makes me cringe so much...

Brad looked over at Gavin, for some reason after last night's event Brad really felt like Gavin's statement about some "mutant" required investigation

S000 uhh 4r3 w3 jus7 g0nn4 brush 0ff 7h3 mu74n7 c0mm3n7 fr0m 34rli3r 0r...?

[brushfire-gm]

"I only made it up, theres no mutant. I was just saying itd be just my luck if there were." (Gavin told Brad,) "Always seems to be something."

"Youre like.. a beetle, arent you pest? Howd that even happen? Was your mum part beetle too, orr..?" (Gavin looked at Pest, curious...)

"..Being part somethin must be cool.."

[bubonic-trauma]

I hardly remember her, to be honest, but I assume so...? Either that or some ancestral genetics kicked in, and I drew either a lucky or unlucky card, depending on how you look at it.

Pest snorted as he shook his head, but well he hardly remembered his biological mother, but his bug attributes must've come from somewhere

Brad meanwhile looked around the jungle, he was sure he knew this place like it was his home...Because well it was technically

You can ask Dad once he's back. I am sure he will answer, maybe.

Soon they arrived at the tree; some of the branches were already fully bloomed while other's still hadn't yet; still it was a marvelous sight, unlike last time the tree felt a lot more pretty to look at

Also we are here; lets sit down and rest for a few hours and taken in the nature, eh I am kind of tired after carrying him...

Pest placed Brad down gently, as he sat down right next to him though he did leave enough space for Gavin to join them also

As for Gavin for a split second he got a headache that came and went, but for a second the vision's of that nightmare on the plane flashed in front of his eyes

[brushfire-gm]

"Id say pretty lucky. You look awesome! Both of my friends are part something and absolutely rock it.. Meanwhile im just me."

(Gavin froze up for a minute, before taking a step back and rubbing his eyes) "No, no.." (He muttered to himself almost absent mindedly..)

(He then jolted a little, glancing to the others, praying they hadnt heard him. He tried to act like he hadnt done anything, kneeling down into a sit and looking at the blooms.) "..Absolutely stunning.."

[bubonic-trauma]

Well we know Brads half plant though...Now looking at him more closely look at this, Gavin.

Pest took Brad's hat revealing blooming flowers under it, which made Pest snort

Look at this, dude its hilarious!

Brad's leaves had turned into a blooming pinkish hue, along with him getting pink tattoo like tattos on his skin, thankfully neither brother noticed Gavin's momentary panic

Brad on the other was concerned, was something wrong on instinct he began feeling for anything wrong

Wh4t 1st 1t!? 1s s0m3th1ng wr0ng?!

What is it?! Is something wrong?!

[brushfire-gm]

"Oh my ancients!" (Gavin quickly leaned over, big eyed.) "DUDE. Youre turning pink!" (He reeled back with laughter, holding his face..)

"Pink..!" (Wheezed and let out a sigh.. sitting back up..) "Though.. i cant make fun of it, it actually looks good.. Look at your arms Brad!"

"So cool... I'm almost jealous." (Gavin sneered.)

[bubonic-trauma]

0h w0w uh 7his w4sn'7 h3r3 l4s7 nigh7, 0dd...S7ill, i7 l00ks c00l! I7's lik3 n47ur3 g4v3 m3 747700s!

Brad looked at the markings on his body, they looked cool though a bit concerning perhaps he'd have the doctors look it over once they got back

Ah, luck you! You got tattoos without the annoying steps and pain, you should totally show them off to dad once he arrives, also I know a few people that would be rather jealous!

Pest placed Brad's hat back on his head though he ruffled his hair beforehand

I guess this is how your new body works. Does this mean we have to water you so the plant's wont wither and die?

Pest spoke in a teasing manner, also would that mean they'd have to keep him inside during the colder months?

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin smiled and snickered..) "Guess you'll need to stop playing green goop and get more sunlight, huh?"

(He crossed his arms, grinning. Though, his smile faltered for a moment as he remembered his vision, all of the fire..)

(Shudder.)

"...I wonder."

[bubonic-trauma]

Ughhhh...1 h0p3 n0t but 1f 1 d0 1'll b3g d4d f0r 4 t4bl3t 0r l4pt0p...

Brad spoke with a annoyed and whiny tone, yet Gavins tone change made him pause

Y0u w0nd3r wh4t?

Brad turned fully to face Gavin with a questoning expression, wanting ro know what Gavin said next

Ahhh sone fresh air will do you some good, also if you stare at the screen too much you'll need glasses actually how well can you see?

Pest rambled having not noticed the tone shift as of yet, being too focused on the subject of Brad's eyesight

Perhaps you need an eye test...?

Ughhhh...I hope not but if d0o i'll beg dad for a tablet or laptop...

You wonder what?

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin just stared back , almost blankly, before blinking and looking away, rubbing his head like he had a headache.) "Huh? Oh, oh nothing, dont worry. Just.. wondering about everything already said, hah!"

"Though, Pest is right. You should get an eye test. That computer looks like its seen allnighters. Dont get me STARTED on your closet full of soda cans." (He forced a light laugh.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Uhhh...4 bi7 w0rrying; y0u kn0w y0u c4n 73ll m3 if s0m37hing's r34lly 7r0ubling y0u, m4n, righ7? I w0n'7 m4k3 fun 0f y0u 0r 4ny7hing...

Brad gave a worried look; but perhaps he'd push it later when he and Gavin had some time alone; for now he sighed and nodded

I d0n'7 n33d 4n 3y3 d0c70r, I c4n s33 jus7 fin3, my visi0n jus7 blurs s0m37im3s, 4nd I g37 h34d4ch3s, sur3, bu7 I'm n07 g0nn4 h4v3 4ny0n3 m4k3 fun 0f m3 b3c4us3 I w34r gl4ss3s...

Brad did rub his eyes, sure his vision had become blurry from time to time, but the idea of glasses never enticed him; that was for old people like his dad and nerds...

Pest nudged Brad, he was gonna make sure Brad went to the eye doctors the moment they got back, no matter how much the man pleaded

Nobody is gonna make fun of you, and if they do, well, you come and get me!

Only I am allowed to make fun of you; that's what older brothers are for!

Uhhh…A bit worrying; you know you can tell me if something's really troubling you, man, right? I won't make fun of you or anything…

I don't need an eye doctor, I can see just fine, my vision just blurs sometimes, and I get headaches, sure, but I'm not gonna have anyone make fun of me because I wear glasses…

[brushfire-gm]

"Ah-" (Gavin quickly shook his head, insisting he was fine.)

"Youve gotta lessen your screentime. Less you want glasses for sure. Like.. A 100% loot drop or whatever way i can explain it in words you understand." (Gavin shrugged,) "Glasses arent that bad though. I think theyd fit you, really! I'm sure theyd have an option that fit your outfit."

[bubonic-trauma]

Fin3, fin3, i'll g0, bu7 I'm 73lling y0u w3 4r3 w4s7ing 7h3 d0c70r's 7im3. I c4n s33 p3rf3c7ly fin3!

Brad rolled his eyes; as he let out a sigh fine he'd go but he wouldn't like it

That'll be for the doctors to judge. We will leave in ten minutes; also, from your comment about your headaches, I think they'll lessen once you wear them!

Pest gave a huff, he hated wasting money but he guessed this was needed and it's not like Brad had a job, so he'd pay.

Pssst, bet you that he will need ultra-strong glasses, 50 bux...

Pest whispered to Gavin knowing this was a easy way to get some of the money back

Fine, fine, i'll go, but I'm telling you we are wasting the doctor's time. I can see perfectly fine!

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin snorted, looking at Pest,) "You can just ask me to help pay, you know." (He gently punched Pest in the arm, before laying back, staring at the hollows blooms..)

(...Sigh.)

"I hope the futures good." (He mumbled.. he raised a hand, looking at it.. He could visualize the claws of the beast he saw himself become in his vision, as if itd already happened.. Claws that would hurt his own friends, family.)

"I'll go get the car running. Dont forget to check yourselves for bugs before you get in." (Gavin stood up, and headed to the Jeep, brushing himself off.)

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Tell me about it, eugh if I weren't half bug myself it'd have taken bug spray with me but you know that's like touching radioactive waste for me...

Pest began walking, as he made sure Brad was as comfortable as he could make them

But luckily they don't suck my blood, their buzzing's the main thing that bothers me; that noise makes me cringe so much...

Around them the jungle was silent, seems like most animals were waiting for the heatwave to die down before they'd come to hunt

But luckily they don't suck my blood, their buzzing's the main thing that bothers me; that noise makes me cringe so much...

Brad looked over at Gavin, for some reason after last night's event Brad really felt like Gavin's statement about some "mutant" required investigation

S000 uhh 4r3 w3 jus7 g0nn4 brush 0ff 7h3 mu74n7 c0mm3n7 fr0m 34rli3r 0r...?

[brushfire-gm]

"I only made it up, theres no mutant. I was just saying itd be just my luck if there were." (Gavin told Brad,) "Always seems to be something."

"Youre like.. a beetle, arent you pest? Howd that even happen? Was your mum part beetle too, orr..?" (Gavin looked at Pest, curious...)

"..Being part somethin must be cool.."

[bubonic-trauma]

I hardly remember her, to be honest, but I assume so...? Either that or some ancestral genetics kicked in, and I drew either a lucky or unlucky card, depending on how you look at it.

Pest snorted as he shook his head, but well he hardly remembered his biological mother, but his bug attributes must've come from somewhere

Brad meanwhile looked around the jungle, he was sure he knew this place like it was his home...Because well it was technically

You can ask Dad once he's back. I am sure he will answer, maybe.

Soon they arrived at the tree; some of the branches were already fully bloomed while other's still hadn't yet; still it was a marvelous sight, unlike last time the tree felt a lot more pretty to look at

Also we are here; lets sit down and rest for a few hours and taken in the nature, eh I am kind of tired after carrying him...

Pest placed Brad down gently, as he sat down right next to him though he did leave enough space for Gavin to join them also

As for Gavin for a split second he got a headache that came and went, but for a second the vision's of that nightmare on the plane flashed in front of his eyes

[brushfire-gm]

"Id say pretty lucky. You look awesome! Both of my friends are part something and absolutely rock it.. Meanwhile im just me."

(Gavin froze up for a minute, before taking a step back and rubbing his eyes) "No, no.." (He muttered to himself almost absent mindedly..)

(He then jolted a little, glancing to the others, praying they hadnt heard him. He tried to act like he hadnt done anything, kneeling down into a sit and looking at the blooms.) "..Absolutely stunning.."

[bubonic-trauma]

Well we know Brads half plant though...Now looking at him more closely look at this, Gavin.

Pest took Brad's hat revealing blooming flowers under it, which made Pest snort

Look at this, dude its hilarious!

Brad's leaves had turned into a blooming pinkish hue, along with him getting pink tattoo like tattos on his skin, thankfully neither brother noticed Gavin's momentary panic

Brad on the other was concerned, was something wrong on instinct he began feeling for anything wrong

Wh4t 1st 1t!? 1s s0m3th1ng wr0ng?!

What is it?! Is something wrong?!

[brushfire-gm]

"Oh my ancients!" (Gavin quickly leaned over, big eyed.) "DUDE. Youre turning pink!" (He reeled back with laughter, holding his face..)

"Pink..!" (Wheezed and let out a sigh.. sitting back up..) "Though.. i cant make fun of it, it actually looks good.. Look at your arms Brad!"

"So cool... I'm almost jealous." (Gavin sneered.)

[bubonic-trauma]

0h w0w uh 7his w4sn'7 h3r3 l4s7 nigh7, 0dd...S7ill, i7 l00ks c00l! I7's lik3 n47ur3 g4v3 m3 747700s!

Brad looked at the markings on his body, they looked cool though a bit concerning perhaps he'd have the doctors look it over once they got back

Ah, luck you! You got tattoos without the annoying steps and pain, you should totally show them off to dad once he arrives, also I know a few people that would be rather jealous!

Pest placed Brad's hat back on his head though he ruffled his hair beforehand

I guess this is how your new body works. Does this mean we have to water you so the plant's wont wither and die?

Pest spoke in a teasing manner, also would that mean they'd have to keep him inside during the colder months?

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin smiled and snickered..) "Guess you'll need to stop playing green goop and get more sunlight, huh?"

(He crossed his arms, grinning. Though, his smile faltered for a moment as he remembered his vision, all of the fire..)

(Shudder.)

"...I wonder."

[bubonic-trauma]

Ughhhh...1 h0p3 n0t but 1f 1 d0 1'll b3g d4d f0r 4 t4bl3t 0r l4pt0p...

Brad spoke with a annoyed and whiny tone, yet Gavins tone change made him pause

Y0u w0nd3r wh4t?

Brad turned fully to face Gavin with a questoning expression, wanting ro know what Gavin said next

Ahhh sone fresh air will do you some good, also if you stare at the screen too much you'll need glasses actually how well can you see?

Pest rambled having not noticed the tone shift as of yet, being too focused on the subject of Brad's eyesight

Perhaps you need an eye test...?

Ughhhh...I hope not but if d0o i'll beg dad for a tablet or laptop...

You wonder what?

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin just stared back , almost blankly, before blinking and looking away, rubbing his head like he had a headache.) "Huh? Oh, oh nothing, dont worry. Just.. wondering about everything already said, hah!"

"Though, Pest is right. You should get an eye test. That computer looks like its seen allnighters. Dont get me STARTED on your closet full of soda cans." (He forced a light laugh.)

[bubonic-trauma]

Uhhh...4 bi7 w0rrying; y0u kn0w y0u c4n 73ll m3 if s0m37hing's r34lly 7r0ubling y0u, m4n, righ7? I w0n'7 m4k3 fun 0f y0u 0r 4ny7hing...

Brad gave a worried look; but perhaps he'd push it later when he and Gavin had some time alone; for now he sighed and nodded

I d0n'7 n33d 4n 3y3 d0c70r, I c4n s33 jus7 fin3, my visi0n jus7 blurs s0m37im3s, 4nd I g37 h34d4ch3s, sur3, bu7 I'm n07 g0nn4 h4v3 4ny0n3 m4k3 fun 0f m3 b3c4us3 I w34r gl4ss3s...

Brad did rub his eyes, sure his vision had become blurry from time to time, but the idea of glasses never enticed him; that was for old people like his dad and nerds...

Pest nudged Brad, he was gonna make sure Brad went to the eye doctors the moment they got back, no matter how much the man pleaded

Nobody is gonna make fun of you, and if they do, well, you come and get me!

Only I am allowed to make fun of you; that's what older brothers are for!

Uhhh…A bit worrying; you know you can tell me if something's really troubling you, man, right? I won't make fun of you or anything…

I don't need an eye doctor, I can see just fine, my vision just blurs sometimes, and I get headaches, sure, but I'm not gonna have anyone make fun of me because I wear glasses…

[brushfire-gm]

"Ah-" (Gavin quickly shook his head, insisting he was fine.)

"Youve gotta lessen your screentime. Less you want glasses for sure. Like.. A 100% loot drop or whatever way i can explain it in words you understand." (Gavin shrugged,) "Glasses arent that bad though. I think theyd fit you, really! I'm sure theyd have an option that fit your outfit."

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Tell me about it, eugh if I weren't half bug myself it'd have taken bug spray with me but you know that's like touching radioactive waste for me...

Pest began walking, as he made sure Brad was as comfortable as he could make them

But luckily they don't suck my blood, their buzzing's the main thing that bothers me; that noise makes me cringe so much...

Around them the jungle was silent, seems like most animals were waiting for the heatwave to die down before they'd come to hunt

But luckily they don't suck my blood, their buzzing's the main thing that bothers me; that noise makes me cringe so much...

Brad looked over at Gavin, for some reason after last night's event Brad really felt like Gavin's statement about some "mutant" required investigation

S000 uhh 4r3 w3 jus7 g0nn4 brush 0ff 7h3 mu74n7 c0mm3n7 fr0m 34rli3r 0r...?

[brushfire-gm]

"I only made it up, theres no mutant. I was just saying itd be just my luck if there were." (Gavin told Brad,) "Always seems to be something."

"Youre like.. a beetle, arent you pest? Howd that even happen? Was your mum part beetle too, orr..?" (Gavin looked at Pest, curious...)

"..Being part somethin must be cool.."

[bubonic-trauma]

I hardly remember her, to be honest, but I assume so...? Either that or some ancestral genetics kicked in, and I drew either a lucky or unlucky card, depending on how you look at it.

Pest snorted as he shook his head, but well he hardly remembered his biological mother, but his bug attributes must've come from somewhere

Brad meanwhile looked around the jungle, he was sure he knew this place like it was his home...Because well it was technically

You can ask Dad once he's back. I am sure he will answer, maybe.

Soon they arrived at the tree; some of the branches were already fully bloomed while other's still hadn't yet; still it was a marvelous sight, unlike last time the tree felt a lot more pretty to look at

Also we are here; lets sit down and rest for a few hours and taken in the nature, eh I am kind of tired after carrying him...

Pest placed Brad down gently, as he sat down right next to him though he did leave enough space for Gavin to join them also

As for Gavin for a split second he got a headache that came and went, but for a second the vision's of that nightmare on the plane flashed in front of his eyes

[brushfire-gm]

"Id say pretty lucky. You look awesome! Both of my friends are part something and absolutely rock it.. Meanwhile im just me."

(Gavin froze up for a minute, before taking a step back and rubbing his eyes) "No, no.." (He muttered to himself almost absent mindedly..)

(He then jolted a little, glancing to the others, praying they hadnt heard him. He tried to act like he hadnt done anything, kneeling down into a sit and looking at the blooms.) "..Absolutely stunning.."

[bubonic-trauma]

Well we know Brads half plant though...Now looking at him more closely look at this, Gavin.

Pest took Brad's hat revealing blooming flowers under it, which made Pest snort

Look at this, dude its hilarious!

Brad's leaves had turned into a blooming pinkish hue, along with him getting pink tattoo like tattos on his skin, thankfully neither brother noticed Gavin's momentary panic

Brad on the other was concerned, was something wrong on instinct he began feeling for anything wrong

Wh4t 1st 1t!? 1s s0m3th1ng wr0ng?!

What is it?! Is something wrong?!

[brushfire-gm]

"Oh my ancients!" (Gavin quickly leaned over, big eyed.) "DUDE. Youre turning pink!" (He reeled back with laughter, holding his face..)

"Pink..!" (Wheezed and let out a sigh.. sitting back up..) "Though.. i cant make fun of it, it actually looks good.. Look at your arms Brad!"

"So cool... I'm almost jealous." (Gavin sneered.)

[bubonic-trauma]

0h w0w uh 7his w4sn'7 h3r3 l4s7 nigh7, 0dd...S7ill, i7 l00ks c00l! I7's lik3 n47ur3 g4v3 m3 747700s!

Brad looked at the markings on his body, they looked cool though a bit concerning perhaps he'd have the doctors look it over once they got back

Ah, luck you! You got tattoos without the annoying steps and pain, you should totally show them off to dad once he arrives, also I know a few people that would be rather jealous!

Pest placed Brad's hat back on his head though he ruffled his hair beforehand

I guess this is how your new body works. Does this mean we have to water you so the plant's wont wither and die?

Pest spoke in a teasing manner, also would that mean they'd have to keep him inside during the colder months?

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin smiled and snickered..) "Guess you'll need to stop playing green goop and get more sunlight, huh?"

(He crossed his arms, grinning. Though, his smile faltered for a moment as he remembered his vision, all of the fire..)

(Shudder.)

"...I wonder."

[bubonic-trauma]

Ughhhh...1 h0p3 n0t but 1f 1 d0 1'll b3g d4d f0r 4 t4bl3t 0r l4pt0p...

Brad spoke with a annoyed and whiny tone, yet Gavins tone change made him pause

Y0u w0nd3r wh4t?

Brad turned fully to face Gavin with a questoning expression, wanting ro know what Gavin said next

Ahhh sone fresh air will do you some good, also if you stare at the screen too much you'll need glasses actually how well can you see?

Pest rambled having not noticed the tone shift as of yet, being too focused on the subject of Brad's eyesight

Perhaps you need an eye test...?

Ughhhh...I hope not but if d0o i'll beg dad for a tablet or laptop...

You wonder what?

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin just stared back , almost blankly, before blinking and looking away, rubbing his head like he had a headache.) "Huh? Oh, oh nothing, dont worry. Just.. wondering about everything already said, hah!"

"Though, Pest is right. You should get an eye test. That computer looks like its seen allnighters. Dont get me STARTED on your closet full of soda cans." (He forced a light laugh.)

[brushfire-gm]

Oi punk!

You alright? You seemed rather shaken up there, do you want me to escort you back to Bizville?

(Brushfire jumps, before looking at Griefer.)

"Oh- Oh. Youre here too. At.. The Trinity.. Right. I forgot." ' 'I'm.. fine.' '

' ' I dont need a- ' ' (He pauses..) "..I mean.. Yeah, sure. I kind of owe it to you. ..I never really visit even when I say I will. It'll be nice to catch up." "God, what an awful friend I must be."

[bubonic-trauma]

Tell me about it, eugh if I weren't half bug myself it'd have taken bug spray with me but you know that's like touching radioactive waste for me...

Pest began walking, as he made sure Brad was as comfortable as he could make them

But luckily they don't suck my blood, their buzzing's the main thing that bothers me; that noise makes me cringe so much...

Around them the jungle was silent, seems like most animals were waiting for the heatwave to die down before they'd come to hunt

But luckily they don't suck my blood, their buzzing's the main thing that bothers me; that noise makes me cringe so much...

Brad looked over at Gavin, for some reason after last night's event Brad really felt like Gavin's statement about some "mutant" required investigation

S000 uhh 4r3 w3 jus7 g0nn4 brush 0ff 7h3 mu74n7 c0mm3n7 fr0m 34rli3r 0r...?

[brushfire-gm]

"I only made it up, theres no mutant. I was just saying itd be just my luck if there were." (Gavin told Brad,) "Always seems to be something."

"Youre like.. a beetle, arent you pest? Howd that even happen? Was your mum part beetle too, orr..?" (Gavin looked at Pest, curious...)

"..Being part somethin must be cool.."

[bubonic-trauma]

I hardly remember her, to be honest, but I assume so...? Either that or some ancestral genetics kicked in, and I drew either a lucky or unlucky card, depending on how you look at it.

Pest snorted as he shook his head, but well he hardly remembered his biological mother, but his bug attributes must've come from somewhere

Brad meanwhile looked around the jungle, he was sure he knew this place like it was his home...Because well it was technically

You can ask Dad once he's back. I am sure he will answer, maybe.

Soon they arrived at the tree; some of the branches were already fully bloomed while other's still hadn't yet; still it was a marvelous sight, unlike last time the tree felt a lot more pretty to look at

Also we are here; lets sit down and rest for a few hours and taken in the nature, eh I am kind of tired after carrying him...

Pest placed Brad down gently, as he sat down right next to him though he did leave enough space for Gavin to join them also

As for Gavin for a split second he got a headache that came and went, but for a second the vision's of that nightmare on the plane flashed in front of his eyes

[brushfire-gm]

"Id say pretty lucky. You look awesome! Both of my friends are part something and absolutely rock it.. Meanwhile im just me."

(Gavin froze up for a minute, before taking a step back and rubbing his eyes) "No, no.." (He muttered to himself almost absent mindedly..)

(He then jolted a little, glancing to the others, praying they hadnt heard him. He tried to act like he hadnt done anything, kneeling down into a sit and looking at the blooms.) "..Absolutely stunning.."

[bubonic-trauma]

Well we know Brads half plant though...Now looking at him more closely look at this, Gavin.

Pest took Brad's hat revealing blooming flowers under it, which made Pest snort

Look at this, dude its hilarious!

Brad's leaves had turned into a blooming pinkish hue, along with him getting pink tattoo like tattos on his skin, thankfully neither brother noticed Gavin's momentary panic

Brad on the other was concerned, was something wrong on instinct he began feeling for anything wrong

Wh4t 1st 1t!? 1s s0m3th1ng wr0ng?!

What is it?! Is something wrong?!

[brushfire-gm]

"Oh my ancients!" (Gavin quickly leaned over, big eyed.) "DUDE. Youre turning pink!" (He reeled back with laughter, holding his face..)

"Pink..!" (Wheezed and let out a sigh.. sitting back up..) "Though.. i cant make fun of it, it actually looks good.. Look at your arms Brad!"

"So cool... I'm almost jealous." (Gavin sneered.)

[bubonic-trauma]

0h w0w uh 7his w4sn'7 h3r3 l4s7 nigh7, 0dd...S7ill, i7 l00ks c00l! I7's lik3 n47ur3 g4v3 m3 747700s!

Brad looked at the markings on his body, they looked cool though a bit concerning perhaps he'd have the doctors look it over once they got back

Ah, luck you! You got tattoos without the annoying steps and pain, you should totally show them off to dad once he arrives, also I know a few people that would be rather jealous!

Pest placed Brad's hat back on his head though he ruffled his hair beforehand

I guess this is how your new body works. Does this mean we have to water you so the plant's wont wither and die?

Pest spoke in a teasing manner, also would that mean they'd have to keep him inside during the colder months?

[brushfire-gm]

(Gavin smiled and snickered..) "Guess you'll need to stop playing green goop and get more sunlight, huh?"

(He crossed his arms, grinning. Though, his smile faltered for a moment as he remembered his vision, all of the fire..)

(Shudder.)

"...I wonder."