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Author/Blog Creator - 🌟

Michelle(Misha) - 💜

Kevin - ❤️

Katelynn - 💖

Matthew - 🧡

Jack - 💛

Doey(Whenever they are fused) - 🩵

Poppy - 🟥

Huggy Wuggy - 💙

Kissy Missy - 🩷

Mommy Long Legs - 🕷️

Bunzo Bunny - 🐰

DogDay - ☀️

CatNap - 🌙

Bobby BearHug - 💝

CraftyCorn - 🎨

KickinChicken - ⭐️

Hoppy Hopscotch - ⚡️

Bubba Bubbaphant - 💡

PickyPiggy - 🍎

Miss Delight - 📏

Simon Smoke - 💲

Baba Chops - 💀

Rabie Baby - 🩸

Allister Gator - 🦴

Poe - ⛈️

Icky Licky - ☢️

Maggie Mako - 🦈

Touille - 🐀

Medic - ➕

Scout - 🤖

Mini Huggies & Mini Kissy - 💕

PJ Pug-A-Pillar - 🐶

Pianosaurus - 🎵

Yarnaby - 🦁

Mini Smiling Critters - 🌈

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*In a giant white room, a portal on the roof opened; soon after, the group came out of the portal screaming before they hit the ground. At the top of the pile, Michelle groaned and sat up before rubbing her head.*

💜 - Is everyone alright?

*The other toys said different forms of ‘Yes’ before the group dispersed; Doey looked around.*

🩵 - What is this place?

*The other toys looked around and saw a large blank room with a lounge couch with a toybox nearby, a table with coloring books and crayons, and a TV table with a TV on top of it. The mini Smiling Critters, Mini Huggies, and mini Kissy Missy were happy before quickly approaching the area. As the smaller toys were playing around the area, Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - This doesn’t look like something from the factory, but it could be just as dangerous...

🌟 - Aha! You’re finally here!

*The group was shocked and looked around; Kevin split from Doey before quickly approaching Michelle and looking around, growling.*

❤️ - Who the hell are you; show yourself?!

🌟 - Whoa, whoa, no need to be hostile here!

*Light started shining, which made most of the group look up; they saw a small ball of light lower toward the group. Michelle stared at the light.*

💜 - Who or... what are you?

*The light orb got close to Michelle.*

🌟 - I thought you’d never ask; I’m the one who brought your group here. You can call me Author.

*Katelynn tilted her head.*

💖 - Author? Like a book author?

*Author swirled around the area a bit.*

🌟 - That’s right! And this area is my domain; my little sanctuary.

*Poppy looked at Author.*

🟥 - Why did you bring us here? There are things we have to-

*Author got close to Poppy, which surprised her.*

🌟 - There’s a valid reason for that; you see, I was getting so bored.

*Author swirled around the group.*

🌟 - So I created this space so we can have some fun.

*Michelle sternly looked at Author.*

💜 - What do you mean by ‘we’? This ain’t some sort of killing game, is it?

*Most of the toys growled at Author.*

🌟 - Oh, no, no; nothing so barbaric! You see, there’s gonna be some people that’ll ask you questions or challenge you with some dares, and all you guys have to do is answer the question or do the dare.

*Kevin crossed his arms.*

❤️ - So it’s basically truth or dare.

*Author flew close to Kevin, which made him lean back a bit.*

🌟 - Exactly! Now you get it.

*Kevin glared at Author with his fangs showing, which made them flinch and fly away.*

❤️ - And what makes you think we want to do this shit?!

*Author flew behind Michelle and trembled. Michelle sighed a bit and looked at Kevin.*

💜 - Listen, Kev, I don’t like this just as much as you do; however, I don’t think we have a choice in the matter.

*Michelle looked at the mini Smiling Critters drawing in the coloring books and the Mini Huggies, and the mini Kissy Missy playing with the toys.*

💜 - And honestly... this area seems just as safe as Safe Haven was. Maybe we can use this space as an advantage after seeing Boxy Boo near the door.

*Kevin stared at Michelle before sighing and placing his hand against his head.*

❤️ - I suppose you have a point...

*Kevin glared at Author and pointed at them, which made them flinch.*

❤️ - However, if you have some ulterior motive, I’ll end you myself.

*Author came out of hiding.*

🌟 - No need to worry, my angry friend; no harm will come to the group.

*Michelle turned to Author.*

💜 - I assume you have some ground rules?

*Author shone a bit, which made Michelle cover her eyes a bit.*

🌟 - Yes, I do, but it’s more for those who will ask the questions and dare.

*Author cleared their throat.*

🌟 - Rule one: Be reasonable with your questions and dares.

🌟 - Rule two: No NSFW; even though these guys can age, I’m not subjecting them to that stuff. For example, if someone dares Michelle to do something with DogDay, I’ll delete it. She’s a minor; it’s disgusting.

*Kevin approached Michelle and wrapped his arms around her.*

🌟 - And the third and final rule: Be nice, I’m only one person.

*Michelle looked at Author, confused.*

💜 - What does that-

*Author flew up.*

🌟 - Anyway! With everything said and done, let the fun begin.

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This area will be for your asks and dares; if you have a question for the characters or challenge them to dares, type your comments here.

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💜 - That is... a very good question. During my time at the factory as a kid, I don’t remember them screaming at the end. Maybe it’s some sort of glitch on their part.

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🌙 - It is as you say... I wasn’t thrilled that the False God kept the Doctor alive after all the terrible stuff he did to us. At the time, the False God said he was valuable, so I, along with the others who used to follow him, had to go along with it.

*CatNap looked down.*

🌙 - As for meeting the False God... back when I was human, I always felt like an outcast in Playcare, so I usually sat at the top of the hill on my own near the painted walls.

🌙 - On one particular day, I heard a mixture of voices coming from the walls, and I approached them. We’ve talked for about a week, and eventually... he asked for my help, and I agreed.

🌙 - So at night, I carried the experimental GrabPack on my back and followed the False God’s instructions; everything was going smoothly at first.

*CatNap held his right paw out and looked at it.*

🌙 - But when I tried using the green hand... it electrocuted me. In the back of my mind, I thought ‘This is how I’m going to die... alone with no one caring for me...’.

🌙 - But then... I heard the False God’s voice calling for help, and it worked... but it cost him his freedom. I’ll never know if it was genuine or not, but I didn’t care back then.

🌙 - After that day, I admired the False God and followed him until our Angel rescued me. If not for her... the False God would’ve killed me, and my body would’ve been used for something nefarious.

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*Kissy Missy smiled and clapped her hands.*

🩷 - Kissy love dare.

*Kissy Missy realized something before looking down and crossing her arms.*

🩷 - But Kissy also conflicted...

*Author appeared beside Kissy Missy, which made her screech a bit.*

🌟 - ‘Conflicted’ you say? What’s gotten you so conflicted?

*Kissy Missy looked down and rubbed her arm.*

🩷 - Kissy gets girl toys to help dare... but Misha no part of it.

*Author hummed.*

🌟 - Ah, now I understand. While Misha is a girl, she’s not a toy, and you’re unsure if she can even participate; is that the gist of it?

*Kissy Missy nodded.*

🌟 - I’ll tell you what, we’ll give Misha a choice if she wants to participate or not; does that sound good?

*Kissy Missy smiled and nodded.*

🌟 - Good; now gather the girls and let’s get this dare started.

*Kissy Missy nodded before running ahead; Author looked forward.*

🌟 - In advance, I apologize if we’re bending the dare or not doing it correctly.

*When Kissy Missy gathered all the girls, she explained the dare to them. Hoppy Hopscotch had mischievous eyes.*

⚡️ - Oh hell yeah! This dare is something I can get behind.

*CraftyCorn had happy eyes.*

🎨 - Makeovers are basically painting with makeup; I’d love to participate.

*PickyPiggy looked at Craftycorn with a sweatdrop.*

🍎 - To some extent, I suppose...

*Michelle looked at Kissy Missy.*

💜 - And the only reason I’m here is because I’m the only female who isn’t a toy.

*Kissy Missy nodded; Katelynn smiled and wrapped her arm around Michelle.*

💖 - I think you should participate, Big Sister; it’ll be really fun.

*Bobby BearHug looked at Katelynn.*

💝 - Katie, you shouldn’t pressure Misha into making decisions on the spot. That choice is up to her.

*Katelynn looked at Bobby BearHug with a slight pout.*

💖 - I know that, but still...

*Michelle crossed her arms and looked down before thinking of something; soon after, she looked at Kissy Missy.*

💜 - I’ll participate under one condition.

*Kissy Missy tilted her head.*

🩷 - What Misha’s condition?

*Michelle mischievously grinned.*

💜 - Allow me to do Kevin’s makeover.

*Mommy Long Legs looked at Michelle.*

🕷️ - Oh? Why him?

*Michelle looked at Mommy Long Legs.*

💜 - Call it payback for when he swaddled me back in Safe Haven.

*Kissy Missy nodded.*

🩷 - Kissy OK with that...

*Poppy looked at the girls.*

🟥 - Uh... not trying to ruin the mood or anything, but...

*The girls looked at Poppy.*

🟥 - There might be a problem with this dare. How are we supposed to give the boys makeovers without any makeup?

*The girls came to the realization.*

📏 - You do make a valid point, Ms. Poppy...

*Author appeared near the girls, which made them flinch.*

🌟 - And lucky for you, I have the solution.

*Soon after, boxes full of eyeshadow, eyeliner, lipstick, mascara, fake eyelashes, and makeup tools appeared out of thin air.*

🌟 - In my domain, I can conjure up anything.

*Michelle approached the box full of eyeshadow and grabbed the red variant with a devious grin.*

💜 - (devious giggling) This’ll be fun...

*In the lounge area where most of the male toys are, Kevin felt a sudden shiver down his back; Matthew looked at him.*

🧡 - Is something wrong, Kev?

*Kevin crossed his arms.*

❤️ - I just got a really bad feeling all of a sudden...

*Jack approached Kevin.*

💛 - Hey Kev, have you seen where Katie went?

*Kevin looked at Jack.*

❤️ - I think she’s with Kissy, along with the other girls. Why do you want to know?

*Jack rubbed the back of his head.*

💛 - Well, I—

🕷️ - Oh boys~.

*The male toys turned to the source and saw the female toys with Michelle holding different types of makeup.*

🕷️ - I hope you’re ready for your makeovers...

*Michelle locked her eyes on Kevin with a devious grin, which made him flinch.*

❤️ - That’s where the bad feeling is coming from...

*KickinChicken quickly stood up.*

⭐️ - If you want to keep your dignity, book it!

*Bunzo Bunny tilted his head.*

🐰 - Is getting a makeover really a bad thing?

*Kevin quickly stood up and looked at Bunzo Bunny.*

❤️ - With that group in particular, yes, it is.

*KickinChicken, Huggy Wuggy, Kevin, Jack, and Bunzo Bunny ran in different directions.*

💜 - Split up and find the runaways.

*As some of the girls went after the runaways, Poppy looked at CatNap, DogDay, Bubba Bubbaphant, and Matthew.*

🟥 - You four aren’t going to run away?

*Matthew smiled a bit.*

🧡 - I kinda had a hunch a dare like this was bound to show up.

*DogDay, CatNap, and Bubba Bubbaphant nodded in agreement.*

💡 - Why waste my energy if we’re bound to get caught...

☀️ - It’s better to get it out of the way now than wait for the inevitable.

🌙 - Agreed...

*CraftyCorn, PickyPiggy, Bobby BearHug, and Miss Delight approached the four as they started putting makeup on them.*

💝 - We’ll try to be quick.

*Huggy Wuggy looked around as he ran before stopping and trying to catch his breath.*

💙 - Huggy lost them...

*When Huggy Wuggy looked forward, he saw Kissy Missy, which made him screech and back away.*

🩷 - Kissy do Huggy’s makeover.

*Huggy Wuggy quickly shook his head.*

💙 - No makeover.

*Kissy Missy gave Huggy Wuggy puppy dog eyes, which made him flinch; he gritted his teeth a bit before sighing.*

💙 - Fine...

*Kissy Missy smiled and wrapped her arm around Huggy Wuggy’s right arm and guiding him back to the others. Jack and Bunzo Bunny were running until they stopped and tried catching their breath.*

💛 - Do you see anyone, Bunzo?

*Bunzo Bunny looked around.*

🐰 - No, I don’t...

*Unbeknownst to the duo, pink slime slithered on the roof.*

💛 - That’s good...

*Large pink hands came out of the slime before grabbing the duo, which shocked them. Katelynn’s head emerged from the slime with a smile.*

💖 - I caught you two! Now it’s time to make you pretty.

*The duo was nervous as Katelynn slithered toward the group. KickinChicken and Kevin were running away.*

❤️ - Listen, no matter what happens, if one of us is caught, the other doesn’t stop running.

*KickinChicken nodded.*

⭐️ - I hear ya, man.

*Unbeknownst to the duo, Hoppy Hopscotch tackled KickinChicken to the ground and restrained him.*

⚡️ - Got you, Bird Brain.

*KickinChicken looked at Kevin as he ran.*

⭐️ - Run, Kev! Run and don’t look back!

*Kevin gritted his teeth.*

❤️ - Damn it, we’re dropping like flies...

*Unbeknownst to Kevin, some spider webbing hit his foot, which made him yell as he hit the ground.*

🕷️ - I finally caught up to you.

*Kevin turned his head to the back and saw Mommy Long Legs approaching him while carrying Michelle in her right hand, which made him panic. Kevin looked at the webbing on his foot and readied his claws; Michelle aimed her right arm.*

💜 - I don’t think so.

*The Omni-Hand shot off from Michelle’s wrist before the cable wrapped around Kevin’s arm and grabbed it, which shocked him. Mommy Long Legs shot spider webbing on Kevin’s other hand before the duo got close. Mommy Long Legs placed Michelle on the ground before she approached Kevin with a devious grin.*

💜 - So that you know, this is payback for swaddling me back in Safe Haven...

*Kevin was nervous as Michelle deviously giggled.*

Several Hours Later

*In the lounge area, Kissy Missy was putting makeup on Pianosaurus while a few of the mini female Smiling Critters twirled part of Yarnaby’s yarn while wearing rainbow eyeshadow, while the larger female toys were doing the smaller male toys and PJ Pug-A-Pillar’s makeup. DogDay, wearing purple eyeshadow, brown eyeliner, fake, curly eyelashes, and pink lipstick, looked at his reflection with a hand mirror.*

☀️ - (humming) It’s not as terrible as I thought it would be.

*Matthew, wearing orange eyeshadow, black eyeliner, and orange lipstick, stretched his head to the hand mirror.*

🧡 - I’ll give them credit, they did an impressive job.

*Bubba Bubbaphant, wearing dark blue eyeshadow, dark blue eyeliner, fake, curly eyelashes, and burgundy lipstick, crossed his arms.*

💡 - It could’ve been much worse...

*CatNap, wearing dark yellow eyeshadow, yellow eyeliner, fake, curly eyelashes, and light purple lipstick, nodded in agreement. Mommy Long Legs giggled at Huggy Wuggy, who was wearing pink eyeshadow, black eyeliner, fake, curly eyelashes, and pink lipstick.*

🕷️ - This is priceless...

*Huggy Wuggy growled at Mommy Long Legs until Kissy Missy kissed his cheek, which made him grumble and look away. Jack, wearing yellow eyeshadow, black eyeliner, and bright pink lipstick, looked in a different hand mirror; Katelynn smiled at him.*

💖 - You look so cute, Jack.

*Jack looked at Katelynn with a slight blush before looking away.*

💛 - Th-Thank you...

*KickinChicken, wearing red eyeshadow, black eyeliner, fake, curly eyelashes, and red lipstick, looked gloomy.*

⭐️ - My dignity...

*Hoppy Hopscotch laughed.*

⚡️ - Suck it up, Kickin’; at least you didn’t get the worst of it.

*Bunzo Bunny, wearing green eyeshadow, black eyeliner, fake, curly eyelashes, and orange lipstick, looked at Michelle as she moved the eyeliner with her tongue sticking out.*

🐰 - Are you done, Big Sis?

💜 - Almost, just gotta finish his eyeliner...

*Soon after, Michelle pulled the eyeliner away.*

💜 - There we go.

*Kevin, wearing different shades of red eyeshadow, black eyeliner with sharp points at the end, and red lipstick, was seething with anger; KickinChicken looked at him.*

⭐️ - You alright, Kev?

*Kevin looked down.*

❤️ - I’m trying so hard not to lose it right now...

Poppy approached the couple.

🟥 - Wow, I’m impressed; his makeover looks really good.

*Michelle crossed her arms and smiled.*

💜 - I’m especially proud of his eyeliner; I wanted to make it look sharp.

*Kevin slightly glared at Michelle.*

❤️ - I can’t wait for my dare to come... and I hope it involves you in some way...

*Michelle giggled.*

💜 - Whatever you say, sweetheart...

*Michelle stood up and backed away.*

💜 - Want to know the best part of this dare?

*Kevin sternly looked at Michelle as she grinned.*

💜 - I didn’t have to participate; I chose to be part of it.

*Kevin snapped as Michelle quickly ran away before standing up and glaring at her.*

❤️ - You’re so dead!?!

*As Kevin charged toward Michelle, Matthew was concerned.*

🧡 - Should we stop him?

*Katelynn smiled.*

💖 - They’ll be fine; that’s how they acted back in Playcare. If anything super bad happens, I’ll intervene.

*Matthew nodded as Michelle sprinted away from Kevin while laughing, which made some of the smaller toys giggle.*

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💜 - Oh, those cutouts; they were messed up way before the Hour of Joy. Back then, I remember pressing the cutout’s button at the Game Station, and it was super weird.

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - I think I asked one of the Game Station’s supervisors about that cutout, but he said that even he and the company don’t know why that specific cutout doesn’t work.

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💜 - I’m sure the toys have a lot of favorite foods and drinks, but me personally? I love Chicken Parmesan; pair that with a glass full of lemonade, and you’ve got my ideal meal.

💜 - (looks at the second question with a sweatdrop) That other question though...

*Kevin looked at the question while lying his head on Michelle’s shoulder.*

❤️ - Does this guy have brain damage or something?

*Michelle turned her head to Kevin.*

💜 - Kevin!

*Kevin looked at Michelle.*

❤️ - What? The guy somehow put symbols into a question, and from the looks of it, they don’t mean a damn thing.

*Author appeared beside the couple, which made them flinch a bit.*

🌟 - Actually, my angry friend, those symbols are part of the dingbat fonts known as Wingdings.

*Michelle was confused.*

💜 - Wingdings?

*Author nodded.*

🌟 - These symbols are a little more advanced than what you’re probably used to, but luckily, I was able to translate them.

*Kevin sternly looked at Author.*

❤️ - Well, what does it say?

*Author cleared their throat.*

🌟 - ‘CAN YOU SEE ME? BECAUSE I CAN SEE YOU JUST FINE’.

*The couple felt shivers down their backs.*

💜 - Uh... physically, no, we can’t see you...

*Kevin glared at Author.*

❤️ - Are there any ‘people’ that we’re not aware of in this place?

*Author shook their head.*

🌟 - Just me and your group.

*Kevin sternly looked at Author.*

❤️ - Good... let’s keep it that way...

*As the couple walked away, Author looked forward.*

🌟 - ❄☟☜✡ 👍︎✌☠️🕯❄ 💧☜☜ ✡🏳✝️📪︎ 👌✝️❄ 🖐 👍︎✌☠️...

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☀️ - I believe the voice boxes were specifically created for the Smiling Critters and the Nightmare Critters.

*DogDay looked down and placed his hand against his throat.*

☀️ - Especially for the larger Smiling Critters, since we also have containers filled with their designated smoke inside our bodies, and a mechanism that can emit it from our mouths.

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💙 - Huggy saw Misha every time kids came to factory. Misha always waved to Huggy, but Huggy never waved back. Employees strict...

🟥 - I can’t say if I’ve ever met Misha before she met me back when I was closed inside my case...

🕷️ - I encountered my little Misha when she visited the Game Station for the very first time. She was so bashful back then, but eventually she warmed up to me. (happily sighing) Such lovely memories...

🐰 - All the Game Station toys met Big Sis Misha whenever she played in our game areas; she was good at them.

*The Mini Huggies happily chirped while PJ Pug-A-Pillar barked; Kissy Missy rubbed her arm.*

🩷 - Kissy never met Misha back then... Kissy met Misha at back of Game Station with Mini Huggies holding her...

☀️ - Myself and most of the larger Smiling Critters met Misha whenever she would visit Playcare. Misha spent most of her time playing with Kevin and Katie, so the first time she actually saw me was when she was running away from Kevin.

🌙 - Unfortunately, I secluded myself from the orphans back then, so I never got to properly meet Angel until the train crash.

📏 - I was the one who watched over Misha’s group every time the children visited Playcare. At the beginning, she was a quiet child; however, as time passed, she started opening up. A sweet, intelligent little girl...

❤️ - The first time I met Misha was back in Playcare... she found Katie near the cable car and guided her back to me when I was about to have a panic attack... and I paid her kindness back by punching the jackass that suggested destroying her Doey toy...

*Katelynn smiled and wrapped her arm around Kevin’s neck.*

💖 - And if not for that special day, both of us would have never met Big Sister.

*Kevin chuckled a bit.*

❤️ - Very true...

🧡 - I also encountered Misha back at Playcare, but not as much as Kevin. The only times I’ve seen her were when I was reading ‘Adventures of the Word Wizard’ to the others.

💛 - I, along with the toys from Safe Haven, heard stories about Misha from Kevin; we never physically met until she entered Safe Haven.

💲 - As for myself, the other Nightmare Critters, Pianosaurus, and Yarnaby, we were working under the Doctor, so we were kinda enemies until we changed sides. Honestly, I don’t regret my decision, and I don’t think the others do either; that asshole made us suffer...

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💜 - For a whole day?

*Michelle crossed her arms and looked at the sleeping toys lying their heads on pillows and covered with blankets with a hum.*

💜 - I’ve got a bad feeling about this, but I’ll do the dare…

*Michelle realized something and looked around.*

💜 - Hang on, are there any vents in this place?

*Michelle looked up and spotted an air vent with three screws undone near the couch.*

💜 - Well, ain’t that convenient?

*Michelle aimed her left arm before the blue hand shot from her wrist and grabbed the bottom part of the vent. Michelle pulled herself toward the vent before she climbed into it. Michelle looked at the opening and backed away.*

💜 - (whisper) And now I play the waiting game…

*Michelle looked at Doey as he slept.*

💜 - (whisper) I just hope Kevin doesn’t do anything crazy…

Ten Hours Later

*Michelle stared at the group with her arms crossed on the vent.*

💜 - (whisper) They’ve been asleep for a while...

*Michelle moved forward a bit and glanced at her bag next to the TV table before laying her head against her arms.*

💜 - (whisper) I guess this area is giving them more comfort than Safe Haven did...

*When Michelle glanced at the toys, she noticed a few of the larger ones stir a bit, which made her sit up and move back a bit.*

💜 - (whisper) Time for the chaos to begin...

*Doey sat up and stretched his arms while yawning, his red teeth showing. As Doey looked around the area, he noticed something before standing up and looking around, concerned.*

🩵 - Misha?

*As Doey walked around, Katelynn sat up and yawned, her blue teeth showing. Katelynn turned her head to Doey.*

💖 - Is something wrong?

*Doey turned ot Katelynn.*

🩵 - I can’t find Misha anywhere; have you seen her?

*Katelynn frowned and shook her head.*

💖 - No... I thought she was sleeping beside you...

*Doey started panicking.*

🩵 - This isn’t good…

*Doey looked at the other toys as they started waking up.*

🩵 - Everyone! We have an emergency?!

*The other toys looked at Doey.*

🩵 - Misha has gone missing?!

*The larger toys were shocked and looked around in a panic. The mini Smiling Critters were in tears and started crying, which made Doey look at them; Matthew split from him before quickly approaching them.*

🧡 - H-Hey now, there’s no need to cry. W-We’ll find her; I’m sure of it...

*Poppy approached Matthew.*

🟥 - She couldn’t have gotten far; this place doesn’t have many areas to go around...

*Matthew nodded before looking at the other toys.*

🧡 - I need a few volunteers to help me calm the smaller toys down; the rest of you find her.

*Bobby BearHug, CraftyCorn, PickyPiggy, Kissy Missy, Miss Delight, Poppy, and Bunzo Bunny were consoling the smaller toys while the rest split up. Michelle observed the outside.*

💜 - (in head) At least I know what they’ll do whenever I disappear...

Several Hours Later

*The search party returned while they tried catching their breath; Matthew looked at them.*

🧡 - Anything?

*The search party looked down.*

☀️ - Unfortunately, we couldn’t find her anywhere...

*Matthew frowned a bit.*

🧡 - This is bad; where could she have gone?

*Michelle looked at Matthew with a slight frown.*

💜 - (in head) I wish I could come out right now, but I think I have about an hour left...

*Doey looked down and was starting to hyperventilate a bit. Katelynn looked at Doey, concerned.*

💖 - Big Brother?

*The group heard humming, which surprised them. The group turned their heads to the source and saw Author humming while floating around. Doey stared at Author before Kevin split from Jack. As Author looked at Kevin, he glared at them as his body boiled while growling with his fangs showing and his claws sharpening.*

❤️ - You... You did something, didn’t you...?

*Author panicked.*

🌟 - H-Hang on, I don’t—

❤️ - I’ll kill you!?!

*Kevin sprinted toward Author, which made them panic. Author quickly moved out of the way before Kevin hit him. Kevin kept slashing at Author while they dodged.*

❤️ - You better bring her back right now?!

*Author looked at Kevin.*

🌟 - I have no idea what you’re talking about?!

*When Author was against the wall, Kevin made the claws on his right hand into a sharp point before lunging forward. Author quickly moved out of the way, which caused Kevin to stab the wall. Author looked at Kevin as he pulled his hand out of the wall.*

🌟 - Trying to kill me is a bad idea?!

*Kevin glared at Author as he readied the claws on his right hand.*

❤️ - Then you better bring her back now?!

*Author looked at Kevin.*

🌟 - And I’ve told you I don’t know what you’re talking about?!

*Kevin growled as he raised his right hand.*

❤️ - Wrong choice.

*As Kevin shot his right hand toward Author, the group heard a voice.*

💜 - Wait?!

*Kevin froze and stopped his right hand when it was close to Author; the group looked up and saw Michelle’s head poking out of the vent; the mini Smiling Critters smiled.*

🌈 - Misha!!

*Michelle moved forward.*

💜 - Don’t hurt them; they didn’t do anything wrong!

*When Michelle was partially out of the vent, her hand slipped, which made her panic and fall onto the couch on her stomach.*

💜 - Ow...

*As Michelle sat up, the group brought her into a group hug.*

💖 - We’re so glad you’re alright, Big Sister.

*Michelle smiled a bit until a dough arm wrapped around her, and Kevin pulled her close. Kevin sternly looked at Michelle.*

❤️ - Explain, now...

*Michelle sighed.*

💜 - It was a dare; I had to hide in the vents for a whole day.

*Kevin took a deep breath and annoyingly sighed as he rubbed his eyes.*

❤️ - Of course it was the dare; why wouldn’t it be?

*Michelle smiled a bit.*

💜 - If it makes you feel any better, I was flattered that you guys made a search party for me.

*Kevin deadpanned Michelle.*

❤️ - I’m too exhausted to even make a snarky comment on that...

*Kevin approached the lounge area.*

💜 - Well then, you rest up while I—

*Before Michelle could finish, Kevin wrapped his arms around her, which made her flinch and blush. Michelle turned her head to Kevin.*

💜 - Uh... Kevin?

*When Kevin was in the lounge area, he sat on the ground.*

❤️ - You’re not going anywhere...

*Soon after, the couple lay on the ground on their side.*

💜 - You’re not seriously gonna keep hold of me while sleeping, right?

*When Michelle looked at Kevin, he was fast asleep, which baffled her.*

💜 - He actually did...

*Poppy yawned a bit.*

🟥 - Honestly, he has the right idea; today has been exhausting.

*Michelle looked at the other toys as they went to their sleeping spots.*

💜 - You can’t leave me here like this...

*Katelynn smiled at Michelle.*

💖 - Dare or not, consider this your punishment for making us worry.

*As Katelynn lay on the ground and turned away, Michelle blushed and looked down.*

💜 - This is so embarrassing...

*Michelle glanced at Kevin as he slept before sighing.*

💜 - I guess it can’t be helped... at least it’s in a safe area.

*Michelle closed her eyes before she fell asleep.*

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💜 - Alright! It’s been a while since I’ve played Uno. And this kind of high stakes makes it more fun.

*Most of the toys tilted their heads.*

🟥 - What’s Uno?

*Michelle looked at the toys.*

💜 - (lowly) Right, most of you were turned into toys before it came out...

*Michelle cleared her throat.*

💜 - It’s a card game where the goal is to be the first one to have an empty hand.

*Poppy looked at Michelle.*

🟥 - How?

*Michelle looked at Poppy.*

💜 - It might be better if I show you.

*Michelle cupped her hands around her mouth.*

💜 - Hey, Author!

*Author appeared beside the group.*

🌟 - You rang?

*Michelle looked at Author.*

💜 - I need a deck of Uno cards.

*Author shone a bit.*

🌟 - You got it!

*An Uno pack appeared out of thin air before landing in Michelle’s hand.*

💜 - Thank you.

*The toys watched Michelle as she opened the pack before sitting down.*

💜 - Each player has seven Uno cards; most are numbered from zero to nine, and they come in four different colors: red, blue, yellow, and green.

*Michelle pulled out a red one from the deck before laying it on the ground.*

💜 - Let’s make this red one the base of the discard pile. To play your cards, you either have to play a red card or a card that has the number one on it, no matter the color. If you have neither of those, you draw a card, and the next player goes.

*Most of the toys hummed.*

☀️ - It sounds simple enough.

*Michelle looked at the toys as she pulled a few cards out of the deck.*

💜 - It may sound simple, but there are a few cards that can mess with the players.

*Michelle laid a wild card on the ground, which made the toys look at it.*

💜 - This is a wild card; this card allows the user to change it to whatever color they want.

*Soon after, Michelle laid a plus-four card next to it.*

💜 - There’s another variant called a plus-four card. It basically does the same thing as the wild card, but with the addition of making the person beside you draw four cards and skip their turn.

*Michelle laid a green plus two card.*

💜 - This one is a plus two card; this forces the player beside you to draw two cards and skip their turn.

*Michelle laid a yellow skip card.*

💜 - This one is a skip card; it skips the next player’s turn. When two people remain and they play a skip card, the user places down another card.

*Michelle laid a blue reverse card.*

💜 - And lastly, this is a reverse card; it switches the order of who goes next and who gets affected with the other special cards.

*Michelle gestured to Kevin and Katelynn.*

💜 - Let’s say Kevin is on my left side and Katie is on my right side, for example. The game usually starts by going clockwise. Meaning Katie will get affected by any special cards I throw down.

*Michelle tapped the blue reverse card.*

💜 - If I throw a reverse card down, it goes counterclockwise, and it makes Kevin go and get affected by any of my special cards instead. If two players are remaining, it acts like a skip.

*Most of the toys hummed as Michelle held one finger up.*

💜 - Also, something to note, if you have two cards remaining, you have to shout ‘Uno’ before placing one of them down; if you don’t and someone catches you, the person with one card has to draw two cards. You get the gist of it?

*The toys nodded, which made Michelle smile.*

💜 - Then we’re gonna need a lot more cards if all of us are gonna play.

*Author shone brighter.*

🌟 - Leave it to me!

*Multiple Uno packs appeared out of thin air before Michelle caught them.*

💜 - Well then, let’s get this game started.

A Few Hours Later

*Most of the larger toys sat in a circle with multiple draw piles and a large discard pile in the center, while the smaller toys, Pianosaurus, PJ Pug-A-Pillar, and Yarnaby observed. Most of the group had five to seven cards, while Michelle had two cards, Poppy had three cards, Bobby BearHug and Matthew had four cards, and Kevin and KickinChicken had nine cards. After Hoppy Hopscotch played a blue eight, Michelle smiled.*

💜 - Uno!

*After Michelle laid a blue one on the discard pile, the larger toys looked at one another, concerned.*

🟥 - Can anyone stop her?

*Hoppy Hopscotch looked at her hand with worried eyes.*

⚡️ - I got nothing.

*DogDay shook his head.*

☀️ - I don’t have anything either...

*Michelle giggled as the mini Bobby BearHug looked at her card, and Yarnaby lay his head against her shoulder. After the group went around, Hoppy Hopscotch drew a card before laying a wild card in the discard pile.*

⚡️ - I’ll change it to... green.

*When the larger toys looked at Michelle, she grinned before laying a green two on the discard pile.*

💜 - And I’m the first one out!

*The larger toys groaned as Michelle laughed before petting Yarnaby’s head, which made him purr.*

💜 - That means no pink dress for me~.

*Michelle carried the mini Bobby BearHug in her arms before standing up.*

💜 - Now I can be an observer.

*As the toys continued playing, Kevin drew a card, which irritated him, before putting it in his hand. Michelle glanced at Kevin before approaching him; when she was close, she saw that he only had red cards. Michelle turned her head away while snorting a bit, which made Kevin slightly glare at her.*

❤️ - Not... a single... word...

*Michelle held her left arm up before stepping back as Kevin continued playing. Soon after, most of the group started going out, until Kevin and KickinChicken remained, each with two cards. When Kevin drew a card, he sighed a bit before placing a wild card in the discard pile.*

❤️ - I’m changing it to red.

*KickinChicken stared at Kevin before looking at his cards; soon after, he looked at him.*

⭐️ - I’m not sorry; Uno.

*KickinChicken played a red skip card before playing a wild card. Kevin stared at the wild card as his right eye twitched in anger; Michelle looked at the wild card.*

💜 - Aw, dude... that’s a nasty move...

*KickinChicken crossed his arms and looked away.*

⭐️ - I already lost my dignity when I wore that makeup; I’m not losing more of it wearing a pink dress...

*Kevin looked down as he crushed the remaining cards in his hand.*

❤️ - Unbelievable...

*Katelynn looked at Kevin.*

💖 - Since Big Brother lost, what happens now?

*Author appeared, which made the group look at them.*

🌟 - Now it’s time for me to do my job.

*Soon after, smoke surrounded Kevin, which made some of the group cough a bit. When the smoke cleared, the group saw Kevin wearing a pink dress.*

*Some of the group looked away and tried not to laugh while Kevin looked down, seething in anger.*

🌟 - Now, for an explanation if something like this happens.

*Author floated next to Kevin.*

🌟 - Some of these dares will have a punishment like this, or they can do certain things if they have that ‘magical’ touch. If the people give the punished or those affected with magic questions or dare, then it’ll disappear.

*Author shone a bit.*

🌟 - I can’t wait to see your creativity.

*When Author flew away, KickinChicken wrapped his arm around Kevin.*

⭐️ - Don’t worry, man; it’s only for two questions or dares. You’ve got this.

*Kevin menacingly glared at KickinChicken, which made him flinch. Michelle and Matthew wrapped their arms around Kevin as he tried attacking KickinChicken.*

💜 - At least it ain’t Monopoly; the last time we played that, he was destroying shit.

*Matthew looked at Kevin as he struggled.*

🧡 - Let’s take him to a secluded place...

*Michelle nodded as the duo pulled Kevin away. Hoppy Hopscotch looked at KickinChicken.*

⚡️ - Still not sorry about what you did?

*KickinChicken was shaking a bit and crossed his arms.*

⭐️ - (lowly) I’m so dead...

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🌙 - It doesn’t matter to me... I can answer by both names...

💲 - Unfortunately, no, but that would be sick as hell! If I could do anything a dragon can, I’d be the coolest toy in the world!

💜 - (looks at Yarnaby’s questions) Hang on, how is Yarnaby supposed to answer these questions? He can’t talk.

*Author appeared beside Michelle.*

🌟 - I have a solution to that.

*Soon after, a collar with a device at the center appeared out of thin air before Michelle grabbed it.*

💜 - What is this?

*Author looked at Michelle.*

🌟 - That’s a universal translator; it’ll give toys like Yarnaby the ability to speak.

*Michelle looked at Yarnaby.*

💜 - So I just wrap this around his neck.

*After some adjustments, Michelle wrapped the collar around Yarnaby and locked it in place before backing away.*

💜 - OK... try saying ‘Hello’.

*Yarnaby looked at the duo.*

🦁 - Hello.

*Michelle was shocked.*

💜 - It works.

*Author shone a bit.*

🌟 - Naturally... which reminds me, I should give those collars to other toys that can’t speak.

*As Author flew away, Michelle looked at Yarnaby.*

💜 - Now you can answer your questions.

*Yarnaby nodded before looking forward.*

🦁 - Whenever the Doctor wasn’t too busy, he’d play with me, like throwing fetch with toy corpses or shooting a laser inside him. On a few occasions, he’ll let me lie on his lap, even though he collapses when I do that; those were nice...

*Michelle hummed and nodded.*

💜 - And this question about swapping heads?

*Yarnaby looked at Michelle.*

🦁 - Back at the Prison, I gave some of the Nightmare Critters and the mini Smiling Critters different heads to make them look pretty.

*Michelle shivered a bit.*

💜 - Is that so... and do you still do that?

*Yarnaby circled Michelle.*

🦁 - Only with toy corpses; I don’t want to make Master upset.

*Michelle smiled a bit.*

💜 - That’s good to—

*Michelle stopped herself before looking at Yarnaby as she pointed at herself.*

💜 - Did you just call me ‘Master’?

*Yarnaby looked at Michelle.*

🦁 - Yeah! Unlike the Doctor, you’re strong and kind and give everyone love and affection, just like a true Master.

*Michelle sweatdropped.*

💜 - I don’t think you should—

*Yarnaby looked at Michelle with bright eyes, which made her flinch. Soon after, Michelle sighed and lay on the ground.*

💜 - (lowly) I can’t say no to him...

*Yarnaby lay over Michelle’s stomach and purred, which made her smile a bit and pet his head.*

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🦁 - That sounds fun! Let’s do it!

*Michelle hummed a bit.*

💜 - It doesn’t say if it’s for the mini Smiling Critters or the Nightmare Critters... or if the Mini Huggies and the mini Kissy even count... we’d better add them to it just in case...

*Michelle turned her head to Matthew.*

💜 - Hey Matthew, how many of the mini Smiling Critters are there?

*Matthew looked at Michelle.*

🧡 - There are four of each kind of Smiling Critter; each set contains two boys and two girls.

*Michelle was thinking.*

💜 - So that’s thirty-two mini Smiling Critters, eight Nightmare Critters, Rose, Tulip, Sunny, Ivy, Lilac, and the mini Kissy Missy, which leads to... forty-six small toys in total.

(A/N - If anyone’s confused about the names, those are the Mini Huggies.)

*Michelle looked at Yarnaby.*

💜 - Think you can handle that?

*Yarnaby nodded.*

🦁 - Yes, Master!

*Michelle smiled a bit.*

💜 - Then let’s gather the smaller toys.

A Few Hours Later

*Matthew and Michelle gathered the smaller toys and placed them on Yarnaby’s back. After Michelle placed Simon Smoke on top of Yarnaby’s head, he looked at her.*

💲 - Is this even safe?

*Michelle looked at Simon Smoke.*

💜 - It should be; unless you think it’s too dangerous.

*Simon Smoke flinched before smugly looking up.

💲 - ‘Dangerous’? Danger is my middle name; let’s get this started!

*Michelle giggled a bit while Baba Chops rolled her eyes.*

💀 - (lowly) Idiot...

*After Matthew placed a mini PickyPiggy on Yarnaby’s back, he looked at Michelle.*

🧡 - All of the smaller toys are on Yarnaby’s back.

*Michelle nodded before stepping back.*

💜 - Now that they’re on your back, you should—

*Before Michelle could finish, Yarnaby sprinted forward, which made her look at him.*

💜 - Hey, that’s way too fast!

*The smaller toys were happily screaming as Yarnaby ran around the area.*

🧡 - At least it sounds like they’re enjoying themselves.

*Michelle sighed and crossed her arms.*

💜 - I suppose so...

*As Yarnaby ran, he tripped on his feet, which shocked him and made the duo’s eyes widen.*

💜 - Matthew!

*Matthew shot toward Yarnaby.*

🧡 - I’m on it!

*Matthew wrapped his body around Yarnaby and the smaller toys before they hit the ground. When the group came to a stop, Matthew unwound his body around Yarnaby and the smaller toys before lying on his back, trying to catch his breath; Michelle sprinted toward them.*

💜 - Is everyone alright?

*The smaller toys shouted different forms of ‘Yeah!’, which made Michelle sigh in relief before looking at Matthew.*

💜 - Nice job, Matthew.

*Matthew tiredly gave Michelle a thumbs-up as the smaller toys got off Yarnaby.*

🧡 - It was nothing...

*Michelle approached Yarnaby and knelt.*

💜 - You alright, Yarnaby?

*Yarnaby looked at Michelle before looking down.*

🦁 - I’m fine, Master. But I sprinted before you could give me advice; that makes me bad...

*Michelle smiled a bit before petting Yarnaby’s head, which made him look at her.*

💜 - You aren’t bad; you just wanted to have fun. I’m just glad you’re alright.

*Yarnaby stared at Michelle before laying his head against her, purring, which made her smile and hug his head.*

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💛 - I had a lot of favorite toys back then, but the one I loved the most was ironically Doey; my second favorite would have to be Huggy.

🧡 - My personal favorite would have to be the DogDay plush; not only is he one of my favorite animals, but the vanilla scent that comes from them is pleasant to me.

❤️ - Back then... I’d have to say the KickinChicken plush; I liked the personality they gave him.

*Jack grinned at Kevin.*

💛 - Really? I figured you’d like the Mommy Long Legs toy since you’re wearing a pink dress.

*Kevin glared at Jack with a growl as he laughed. Matthew placed his hand on Kevin’s shoulder.*

🧡 - It’ll be alright, Kevin. On the plus side, you only have to answer one more question or do a dare for the punishment to be over.

*Kevin sighed and turned his head away with his arms crossed.*

❤️ - I just hope it comes soon...

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☀️ - As a concept, I could see what the company was trying to do. As for the ones that would follow the Doctor—

⭐️ - They suck ass!

*DogDay looked at KickinChicken.*

☀️ - That’s a bit harsh...

*Hoppy Hopscotch looked at DogDay.*

⚡️ - I mean... is he wrong, though?

*PickyPiggy crossed her arms.*

🍎 - Those Nightmare Critters always bother us every time we scavenge for food and other supplies.

*CraftyCorn looked down.*

🎨 - (lowly) Not to mention the mini Smiling Critters they killed in the Prison...

*Bubba Bubbaphant held his padded foot up.*

💡 - And yet it baffles me that eight of them suddenly joined our group.

*Bobby BearHug looked at the other Smiling Critters.*

💝 - Well, those eight might not be the same as the ones that worked for the Doctor; we should be OK. However, if they somehow betrayed us...

*CatNap growled and extended his claws.*

🌙 - If any of them try to harm Angel, I’ll tear them to pieces...

*DogDay sighed.*

☀️ - The Smiling Critters have... mixed feelings about the Nightmare Critters... possibly a little more on the hate side...

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*Michelle stared at the question before turning her head away; Kevin looked at her.*

❤️ - You don’t have to answer this question if you want to, Misha...

*Michelle took a deep breath and exhaled before turning her head to Kevin with a slight smile.*

💜 - It’s fine... thank you for your concern, though.

*Michelle looked forward.*

💜 - Back in my orphanage, I was taught that hate was a strong word and it shouldn’t be said to other people.

*Michelle looked down.*

💜 - But throughout my experiences... I learned that the world we live in isn’t pure…

(A/N - if you haven’t read the main story, these next few parts won’t make sense.)

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - Besides the Doctor and the Prototype... I hate those who lie and try to manipulate me into doing what they want... like that disgusting couple that took me into their home.

*Michelle trembled and gripped her arms as tears pricked her eyes.*

💜 - Sure, it’s not like trying to turn me into a toy or crushing my arms with fallen rocks and debris, but... what they tried to do... what that bastard was gonna do to me if I didn’t grab the baseball bat...

*Kevin quickly wrapped his arms around Michelle and pulled her close.*

❤️ - Hey, it’s OK... I think they get the gist of it...

*Michelle looked down before nodding; Kevin looked at her.*

❤️ - Does that mean you hate Poppy as well?

*Michelle sighed.*

💜 - I’ll admit, there were times when I felt like she wasn’t worth working with... but throughout this journey, something in her changed.

*Michelle looked at Kevin.*

💜 - She could’ve refused my plan on outing the Prototype, but she didn’t. She could’ve kept her father’s identity hidden, but she told all of us back in the Mining Pit.

*Michelle smiled a bit.*

💜 - And I’m honestly happy that she’s changing for the better...

*Kevin smiled a bit before kissing Michelle’s forehead.*

❤️ - So have you, too...

*Michelle giggled a bit.*

💜 - You know, with that dress on, it’s like I got a forehead kiss from a princess.

*Kevin sighed with slight annoyance, which made Michelle laugh.*

❤️ - Luckily, there’s supposed to be a dare coming up. If it involves me or the entire group, I can finally get out of this stupid thing...

*Michelle nodded before laying her head against Kevin’s chest.*

💜 - Thank you...

*Kevin smiled a bit before laying his head on top of Michelle’s.*

❤️ - Anytime...

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💜 - Freddy Fazbears’? I’ve never heard that name before...

*Author appeared beside the group.*

🌟 - That’s because in your world, it’s not a real place.

*The group looked at Author.*

🌟 - But there are different worlds where this place exists, or it’s a video game. For now, we’ll focus on the video game version.

*Kevin crossed his arms.*

❤️ - If it’s not a real place we’re from, how the hell are we supposed to do this dare?

*Author giggled.*

🌟 - Have you forgotten whose domain this is?

*Soon after, the area went pitch black, which shocked them and caused a few toys to yelp. Michelle opened the flashlight hatch in her right arm before turning to the group.*

💜 - Is everyone alright?

*As some of the group nodded, DogDay looked around and noticed something.*

☀️ - Hang on… some of the toys are missing.

*As Michelle looked at the group, she noticed PJ Pug-A-Pillar, Pianosaurus, Yarnaby, the Mini Huggies, the mini Smiling Critters, the Nightmare Critters, the mini Kissy Missy, Medic, and Scout were missing.*

💜 - The hell? Where did they go?

*When Michelle turned around, she saw a large brown bear animatronic wearing a black bowtie and a matching colored tophat holding a microphone in its right hand on a stage, which made her scream a bit and fall back. Kevin caught Michelle before she hit the ground; he looked at the animatronic.*

❤️ - The hell is that thing?

*As Michelle held her right arm out and moved the flashlight around, the group saw a large purple bunny animatronic wearing a red bowtie holding a guitar in its hands on the left side of the stage and a large chicken animatronic wearing a white bib saying ‘Let’s Eat!!!’ holding a plate with a cupcake with amber eyes and two white buck teeth on it in its right hand on the right side.*

💜 - I’m gonna guess this is Freddy’s group...

*The lights in the area turned on, which revealed a dining area with six tables covered with colorful tablecloths and party hats on them, and black chairs pushed in on both sides, red and purple floor tiles, gray walls with black and white checkered patterns on them, a few arcade machines, and fake clouds above the stage, and a ministage in the left corner. As Michelle closed the flashlight hatch on her right arm, they heard the intercom go off, which surprised them.*

🌟 - Welcome to Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria! Where fantasy meets fun!

*The group was shocked and looked around.*

💜 - Author? Where are you, and where are the other toys?

🌟 - No need to worry, they’re with me in a separate area; hear for yourselves.

*The group heard the toys in the background, which made them sigh in relief.*

🌟 - Now, to explain how this game will work. Your goal is simple: survive from midnight to six in the morning. There are four animatronics that will come after you.

*Michelle looked at the three animatronics on the stage.*

💜 - Four animatronics? I only see three.

*When Kissy Missy moved the curtain in the back left corner, she screeched and quickly backed away, which made the others look at her. Huggy Wuggy stood before Kissy Missy, growling and glaring at the curtain. Michelle looked at the mini stage before approaching it. When Michelle lifted the curtain, the group saw a large fox animatronic wearing shredded brown linen pants and an eyepatch with its left endoskeleton hand and endoskeleton legs exposed, and a hook in its right hand.*

💜 - Well, there’s the fourth one...

🌟 - The animatronic inside Pirate Cove is Foxy the Pirate; despite his appearance, he’s a fast one.

*Michelle let go of the curtain and looked at the animatronics on the stage.*

🌟 - The one that takes the center stage is Freddy Fazbear himself; he’s always accompanied by the guitarist of the band, Bonnie the Rabbit, and the backup singer, Chica the Chicken.

*Michelle turned to the back and saw a hallway with an opening on the left side before walking forward, which made some of the toys follow. When some of the group looked through the opening, they saw an office room with an office desk with a few screens and a desk fan, a telephone on the right side, a tablet at the center, a poster of the trio and children’s drawings, and an office chair.*

🌟 - This office is your base of operations; the tablet on the desk will show you different camera points. In the original game, one night lasts eight minutes and fifty-five seconds. There are two buttons on each side of the door: one that turns the light on and the other that closes the door. But be careful, you have a limited amount of power; if your power runs out, Freddy will come after you, and the night will reset until you beat it. You can do this all together or in teams.

*Kevin looked at the animatronics.*

❤️ - Couldn’t we destroy the animatronics?

🌟 - You can try, but every time you do so, they’ll come back much stronger than before.

*Kevin clicked his tongue.*

❤️ - (lowly) Figures...

🌟 - And if you try to leave this place before six a.m., I’ll send you back in here.

*Michelle hummed.*

💜 - If we split into teams, can we help the other teams?

🌟 - Of course, but you can’t physically help them; only verbally.

*Michelle nodded before looking at the group.*

💜 - It might be best if we do this in separate teams. That way, we can help the other teams in areas they can’t see. Since there are nineteen of us here, one team will have four members while the rest will have three.

*The toys nodded in agreement.*

🌟 - A wise decision, as for forming the teams...

*A cup filled with nineteen popsicle sticks appeared out of thin air before Michelle caught it.*

🌟 - There are eighteen popsicle sticks numbered one through six, and one popsicle stick with a star inside that cup. The one with the star will get to choose which team they want to be in.

*Michelle nodded before holding the cup out. Soon after, the group grabbed their popsicle stick before pulling them out.*

Team One: Poppy, Bubba Bubbaphant, Kissy Missy

Team Two: DogDay, Mommy Long Legs, Hoppy Hopscotch

Team Three: Bobby BearHug, CatNap, Bunzo Bunny

Team Four: Jack, Huggy Wuggy, PickyPiggy

Team Five: Matthew, KickinChicken, Miss Delight

Team Six: Michelle, Kevin, CraftyCorn

*Katelynn smiled and held the popsicle stick with the star on it.*

💖 - I got the one with the star!

*Katelynn got close to Michelle, Kevin, and CraftyCorn before wrapping her arms around them.*

💖 - And I already know which team I’m joining.

*KickinChicken looked at the four with mischievous eyes.*

⭐️ - So the last group is a group filled with chicks.

*Kevin flinched and glared at KickinChicken with his fangs showing, which made him flinch. Michelle petted Kevin’s head, which calmed him down a bit, but still glaring at KickinChicken.*

❤️ - Once this is all over, I’m kicking your ass.

*KickinChicken gulped a bit.*

🌟 - It seems like the teams are set up; who will start the game for us?

*Poppy raised her hand.*

🟥 - We can start it first if everyone’s alright with that.

*The group nodded; a large door appeared on the wall behind the desk chair, which made them look at it. Michelle placed her hand on the doorknob before twisting it and opening the door, which revealed a white room with chairs and a table with a microphone in the center.*

🌟 - Everyone but Poppy’s group can enter through here and wait for their turn. Oh! There’s something else I should tell you.

*The group looked at the intercoms.*

🌟 - If you see a golden bear animatronic, don’t look at it.

*As the toys went through the door, Michelle looked at Poppy’s group.*

💜 - (in head) Good luck...

*As Michelle entered the room and closed the door behind her, the group saw multiple screens on the back wall. One of the screens showed Poppy’s group inside the office, while the others showed different locations in the pizzeria.*

💜 - How can we talk to them?

🌟 - There should be an intercom microphone on the table; those are connected to the intercoms in the pizzeria.

*Michelle nodded before approaching the table; she grabbed a chair and brought it close to the table before sitting down. Michelle brought the microphone close to her and looked at the office screen as Kissy Missy placed Poppy on the desk before pressing the button.*

💜 - Can you hear me, Poppy?

*Poppy’s group was surprised and looked around.*

🟥 - We can hear you loud and clear, Misha.

*Michelle nodded as she looked at the screens.*

💜 - We’ve got eyes in the office and multiple areas; whatever you guys can’t see, we can. We’ll help you guys the best we can.

*Kissy Missy and Bubba Bubbaphant nodded; Poppy took a deep breath and exhaled before angling the tablet to face her.*

🟥 - Alright, we’re ready.

🌟 - Very well then...

*Soon after, the lights in the pizzeria started going dark, and the generator activated.*

🌟 - Let the fun begin...

*Michelle stared at the screens.*

💜 - (in head) Stay strong, you three…

Several Hours Later

*After a few attempts, Poppy’s group managed to beat the night. Soon after, DogDay’s group, Bobby BearHug’s group, and Jack’s group managed to beat them a few times. However, when Matthew’s group took a turn, they lost more times than the other groups; eventually, they finished the night. As the door opened, KickinChicken collapsed on the ground, exhausted.*

⭐️ - (lowly) We’ve finally... beat it...

*Hoppy Hopscotch crossed her arms and looked at KickinChicken.*

⚡️ - Wow, Kickin’... I think your group lost more times than the others combined.

*KickinChicken glared at Hoppy Hopscotch.*

⭐️ - Shut up! It’s that damn bear’s fault?!

*Matthew sighed.*

🧡 - He gave us more trouble than the other animatronics...

*Miss Delight nodded.*

📏 - Agreed...

*Poppy, who was standing on the table, looked at the group.*

🟥 - Now only one team remains...

*Michelle stood up and stretched her arms.*

💜 - Then we shouldn’t keep them waiting.

*As Michelle’s group approached the group, Poppy looked at them.*

🟥 - Good luck.

*Michelle turned her head to Poppy before nodding as they left. After Michelle closed the door behind her, it vanished. CraftyCorn looked around the office.*

🎨 - A lot of the groups had trouble in this place...

*Katelynn crossed her arms.*

💖 - Yeah... the fewest times a team got reset was twice...

*Michelle sat in the desk chair before pulling herself toward the desk and looking at the tablet.*

💜 - Most of those times were because they ran out of power too quickly. We won’t be making that same mistake again.

*Kevin looked at Michelle.*

❤️ - So you followed them?

*Michelle nodded; CraftyCorn was confused.*

🎨 - Followed what?

*Michelle grabbed the tablet and traced it a bit.*

💜 - Each animatronic follows a certain pattern. Freddy moves from the Stage, to the Dining Area, to the Restrooms, to the Kitchen, the East Hall, and finally to that area seen in CAM 4B. Foxy will open his curtain every time you’re not paying attention to him, and he’ll drain the power when he hits that door. Bonnie usually enters the Dining Area, the Backstage, the Supply Closet, and the West Hall. Chica enters the Dining Area, the Restrooms, the Kitchen, and the East Hall as well.

*Katelynn was amazed, while CraftyCorn was confused.*

💖 - Wow, that’s amazing.

*CraftyCorn placed her hooves against her head.*

🎨 - You lost me when you started explaining the patterns...

*Michelle giggled.*

💜 - It’s fine; what’s important is keeping an eye on Freddy and Foxy.

*Michelle looked at Katelynn and CraftyCorn.*

💜 - You two will be in charge of the doors.

*Michelle turned her head to Kevin.*

💜 - And you will take care of Foxy.

*Kevin deviously grinned.*

❤️ - I was hoping you’d say that.

*Michelle looked at the intercoms.*

💜 - As for those that are watching us, let us know when the animatronics get close, got it?

🟥 - Understood.

*Michelle looked at the tablet, determined.*

💜 - We’re going to beat this in one try.

*As Kevin left through the west hall, Michelle took a deep breath and exhaled before looking forward.*

💜 - Let’s do it.

(A/N - Apologies in advance if this is nothing like the game.)

*The lights suddenly went dark before the generator activated. When the phone started ringing, Michelle lifted the receiver before putting it back on the phone.*

💜 - Boring conversation anyway.

*The animatronics on the stage started activating.*

🎩 - It’s showtime, gang.

*Bonnie stepped off the stage.*

🎸 - Let’s party!

*As Bonnie approached the Backstage area, Chica got off the stage.*

🧁 - Let’s hope they like pizza!

*As Chica approached the Restrooms, Freddy got off the stage before approaching his spot in the Dining Area. Poppy looked at the animatronics before pressing the button on the microphone.*

🟥 - The three animatronics got off the stage. Freddy is in the Dining Area, Bonnie is in the Backstage, and Chica went to the restrooms.

*Michelle looked at the tablet and spotted the animatronics in their said locations before switching the camera back to Pirate Cove.*

💜 - Let us know when they enter the hallways.

*Michelle lifted the tablet before switching the camera to the Dining Area; she noticed Freddy was gone. Michelle switched to the Restrooms and spotted Freddy.

💜 - There’s Freddy, but where’s Chica?

*When Michelle switched to the Kitchen camera, the trio heard banging inside.*

💜 - There she is...

🟥 - Bonnie is in the hallway.

*Michelle switched to the West Hallway and spotted Bonnie standing in the hallway.*

💜 - Can confirm that.

*As Michelle looked in the hallway, she spotted Kevin clinging to the roof.*

💜 - (in head) Smart thinking...

*The trio heard deep laughter; Michelle turned her head to Katelynn.*

💜 - Katie!

*Katelynn nodded before pressing the door button, which closed the right side. Michelle switched the camera to CAM 4B and saw Freddy staring at the camera with white glowing eyes.*

💜 - Got you...

🟥 - Chica entered the hallway, and Bonnie is close by.

*Michelle turned her head to CraftyCorn.*

💜 - Use the light next to the door.

*CraftyCorn nodded as she reached for the button. When CraftyCorn pressed the light button, they saw Bonnie standing by the opening. CraftyCorn panicked and quickly pressed the door button, which closed it; she tried catching her breath.

🎨 - (lowly) That was scary...

*Michelle looked at CraftyCorn.*

💜 - Good job, Crafty.

*Michelle looked at the tablet and spotted Chica in the corner.*

💜 - Keep that door closed, Katie.

*Katelynn nodded as Michelle turned her head to CraftyCorn.*

💜 - Check if Bonnie is still there.

*When CraftyCorn pressed the button, she spotted Bonnie’s shadow.*

🎨 - He’s still there...

*Michelle nodded before looking at Katelynn.*

💜 - See if Chica is still there.

*Katelynn nodded.*

💖 - Right.

*When Katelynn pressed the light button, they saw Chica staring at the trio through the window.*

💖 - She’s definitely there...

*CraftyCorn pressed the light button and noticed Bonnie’s shadow was gone before pressing the door button, which opened it.*

🎨 - Bonnie is gone...

*Michelle nodded.*

💜 - We’ll probably need to close it eventually since I haven’t been focusing on Foxy.

*When Michelle switched to Pirate Cove, she saw Foxy outside of Pirate Cove before turning her head to the opening.*

💜 - Kevin! Get ready to catch Foxy!

❤️ - Right!

*Katelynn pressed the light button and saw that Chica was gone before pressing the door button, which opened it.*

💖 - Chica’s gone.

*Michelle held the tablet and switched it to CAM 4B.*

💜 - Alright, switching to West Hall... now!

*As Michelle switched the camera to West Hall, Foxy started sprinting. When Foxy was close, Kevin dropped from his hiding spot and held him in place, which made the other animatronics look at them. Foxy looked at Kevin.*

🏴‍☠️ - This place isn’t for ye, lass.

*Kevin looked at Foxy.*

❤️ - I’m a guy.

*The animatronics look at Kevin, baffled.*

🎸 - Are you a cross-dresser then?

*Kevin flinched and blushed.*

🎩 - That’s an... interesting hobby.

*Kevin looked down, his eyes covered, and growled.*

🧁 - Don’t be rude, Freddy; I think it’s a lovely hobby. If that’s what he likes, we shouldn’t judge him.

*Kevin snapped as he tightly gripped Foxy before yelling and throwing him at Bonnie, which caused them to collapse. As the animatronics looked at Kevin, he menacingly glared at them as his body boiled, and his claws sharpened.*

❤️ - I don’t care if all you buckets of bolts get repaired afterward, I’ll tear you to pieces!?!

*The animatronics were terrified as Kevin roared and charged toward them. The trio looked at the tablet with sweatdrops.*

💖 - Is this why you sent Big Brother out there?

*Michelle rubbed the back of her neck.*

💜 - That was part of it, but I didn’t think he would take it that far...

*Michelle tapped the tablet a bit.*

💜 - Well, with them temporarily out of commission, we should be able to—

*When Michelle switched to CAM 2B, she saw a poster with a golden version of Freddy before they heard high-pitched giggling, which shocked the trio.*

🎨 - What was—

*When the trio looked forward, their eyes widened when they saw the golden version of Freddy sitting in the left corner. Poppy was worried before pressing the button on the microphone and looked at Kevin, with the pink dress he wore slightly torn, as he slashed at Foxy.*

🟥 - Kevin! Get back to the office, now!

*Kevin froze and turned to the back before sprinting forward. Soon after, Kevin stood at the opening.*

❤️ - What’s going on?

*Kevin saw Katelynn and CraftyCorn facing the back wall, trembling, while Michelle stared at the tablet, as she tried to calm her nerves. Kevin entered the office and looked at the trio, concerned.*

❤️ - What happened?

*Michelle took a deep breath and exhaled.*

💜 - A golden version of Freddy was in the room... I told the other two to turn away while I quickly looked back at the tablet. It seems like that trick worked on him...

*Michelle looked at Kevin and noticed the slightly torn dress.*

💜 - I guess you took care of the others.

*Kevin looked at the left opening.*

❤️ - Kind of...

*On the stage, the animatronics started repairing themselves.*

❤️ - They’re a lot tougher than they look...

*When the animatronics were fixed, Foxy sprinted forward.*

🟥 - Foxy is heading your way!

*Kevin quickly pressed the door button before it closed. As Foxy banged on the door, Michelle looked at the tablet and saw that the power was at one percent, which made her grit her teeth.*

💜 - Well, that’s just great...

*Katelynn looked at Michelle, worried.*

💖 - What now, Big Sister?

*Michelle looked at the time on the top left corner of the tablet and saw that it was five a.m..*

💜 - We hope that it reaches six before Freddy gets us...

*The power suddenly went off, which made the door open. The group heard footsteps, which made CraftyCorn and Katelynn hold one another, scared. Kevin growled a bit while Michelle held her breath. Soon after, they saw Freddy’s face light up as music started playing until it went completely dark. As the group heard footsteps, they suddenly heard a happy jingle, which made Michelle exhale.*

💜 - (lowly) We did it...

*Katelynn and CraftyCorn smiled and jumped in place.*

💖 - We reached six a.m.!

*After Michelle placed the tablet on the desk and stood up, Kevin wrapped his arm around her.*

❤️ - And it was our first try.

*Michelle smiled until the room around them started morphing, which shocked them.*

💜 - What now?

*Soon after, the small group saw the lounge room. The small group looked around.*

🎨 - We’re back here...

⭐️ - There they are!

*The small group turned to the source and saw the larger group, along with the toys that did not participate, sprint toward them. Soon after, the large group surrounded the small group.*

🟥 - Amazing work, you four.

☀️ - You did so much better than our group.

*Kevin chuckled as he placed his hands under Michelle’s arms, which made her yelp as he lifted her.*

❤️ - Well, we couldn’t do it without Misha, the Queen of Freddy’s.

*Michelle flinched with a blush and turned her head to Kevin.*

💜 - Don’t call me that.

*The mini Smiling Critters chanted ‘Queen of Freddy’s’, which made Michelle’s face red.*

💜 - Please stop; being held like this is embarrassing enough, I don’t need the chanting.

*After Kevin placed Michelle on the ground, Author appeared, which made the group look at them.*

🌟 - Well done, some of you did much better than I thought. And with this dare complete, the punishment is over.

*Smoke surrounded Kevin, which made some of the group cover their faces; soon after, the torn-up pink dress he wore was gone. Kevin looked at himself with a smile.*

❤️ - Hell yeah! I’m finally out of that stupid dress.

*KickinChicken looked at Kevin with happy eyes.*

⭐️ - Good for you, man; alls well that ends well.

*Before KickinChicken could leave, Kevin stretched his arm and grabbed his head, which made him flinch.*

❤️ - Not so fast.

*KickinChicken nervously looked at Kevin as he deviously grinned.*

❤️ - If I remember correctly, I said I was gonna kick your ass after all of this was over. But, I’m not a complete monster; I’ll give you a ten-second head start.

*After Kevin let go of KickinChicken’s head, he booked it; Michelle looked at him.*

💜 - Don’t get too rough with him.

*Kevin grinned a bit.*

❤️ - I’ll try, but I can’t make promises.

*Kevin sprinted toward KickinChicken’s direction; Michelle sighed.*

💜 - I’m just glad that’s over...

Chapter Text

💜 - (humming) Scare the toys with their biggest fears...

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - I’ll need to figure out what their fears even are.

*Author appeared beside Michelle.*

🌟 - And I have just the thing to help you.

*A document appeared out of thin air before Michelle grabbed it. As Michelle looked at the document, she looked at Author.*

💜 - How did you—

🌟 - Don’t worry about it.

*Michelle looked at the document with a hum.*

💜 - Most of their fears involve me getting hurt or killed... I’ll use that for the ones that have fears that I can’t do. For now, I’ll take care of the fears that I can do...

A Few Hours Later

*In the lounge area, CraftyCorn was drawing in the coloring books with the mini Smiling Critters on the table. In the vent, Michelle poked her head out. Michelle looked at the fake spider in her hand.*

💜 - (in head) This’ll be one of the easier fears to do.

*CraftyCorn looked at the coloring book with a hum.*

🎨 - I feel like it needs more red...

*When CraftyCorn turned away, Michelle tossed the fake spider on the table, which startled some of the mini Smiling Critters. Michelle quickly hid away as CraftyCorn looked at the mini Smiling Critters.*

🎨 - Did something ha—

*When CraftyCorn saw the fake spider, she screamed and collapsed on the ground unconscious. As the mini Smiling Critters surrounded CraftyCorn, concerned, Michelle crawled away in the vents.*

💜 - (in head) That takes care of one of the fears I can do...

*As Michelle looked around inside the vents, she spotted Bobby BearHug talking to Bubba Bubbaphant down below. Michelle grabbed the fake snake. As Bobby BearHug was talking to Bubba Bubbaphant, he saw the fake snake land on her right shoulder, which made him freeze up. Bobby BearHug tilted her head.*

💝 - Is something wrong?

*Bubba Bubbaphant nervously looked at Bobby BearHug.*

💡 - Bobby... I’m gonna need you to stay calm...

*Bobby BearHug was concerned.*

💝 - Why?

*Bubba Bubbaphant raised his hands.*

💡 - Just... trust me on this...

*Bobby BearHug nodded.*

💝 - Alright...

*Bubba Bubbaphant gestured to the fake snake on Bobby BearHug’s shoulder.*

💡 - There’s something... on your shoulder...

*When Bobby BearHug turned her head to her right shoulder, she saw the fake snake. Bobby BearHug blinked a bit before she screamed and shook the fake snake off her. Bobby BearHug tightly gripped Bubba Bubbaphant as she trembled.*

💝 - That thing was on me! So gross?!

*As Bubba Bubbaphant tried calming Bobby BearHug down, Michelle crawled away. When Michelle spotted Yarnaby and Pianosaurus sleeping, she grabbed a cucumber.*

💜 - (in head) Technically, this isn’t a fear, but since they probably forgot their fears, this might work.

*Michelle held the cucumber out before dropping it to the floor. When the cucumber hit the floor, Yarnaby and Pianosaurus stirred a bit. When Yarnaby looked at the cucumber, he jumped a bit with a roar, which startled Pianosaurus, before running away. Pianosaurus stared at the cucumber before flinching and running away. Michelle tried not to laugh before crawling away. Soon after, Michelle spotted CatNap lying on the ground, asleep. Michelle pulled out a fake ghost on the end of a fishing line.*

💜 - (in head) I never expected someone like CatNap to be scared of ghosts...

*Michelle tossed the fake ghost out of the vent before it lowered to CatNap, which made him stir up a bit. When CatNap saw the fake ghost, his eyes widened before he grabbed it. Soon after, CatNap pulled the fake ghost down, which pulled Michelle out of the vent with a yelp in the process. CatNap looked at Michelle, shocked, before standing on his back legs and catching her. Michelle sat up and rubbed her head.*

💜 - (lowly) I should’ve seen that coming....

*CatNap sternly looked at Michelle, which made her flinch.*

🌙 - What is the meaning of this, Angel?

*Michelle looked at CatNap with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - Well, you see... I got a dare to scare all of you guys with your fears...

*CatNap looked away.*

🌙 - I see... that would explain a lot...

*Michelle looked at CatNap.*

💜 - Now, all that remains are those who are scared of me getting hurt. Think you could help me with that?

*CatNap sighed.*

🌙 - Do you honestly think I would help you after—

*When CatNap looked at Michelle, she gave him puppy dog eyes, which made him flinch.*

💜 - Pretty please?

*CatNap looked at Michelle with a sweatdrop before sighing.*

🌙 - If it makes you happy, Angel... I’ll do it...

*Michelle smiled.*

💜 - Thank you!

*CatNap looked at Michelle.*

🌙 - What do you need me to do?

*Michelle grinned a bit.*

💜 - I have just the idea....

A Few Hours Later

*In the lounge area, some of the toys were lying on the ground while others were playing with smaller toys. In the distance, CatNap stared at the group before glancing at the limp Michelle being held in his tail.*

🌙 - (in head) This won’t end well, but this is what the Angel wants...

*CatNap took a deep breath and exhaled before sprinting toward the group.*

🌙 - I need help!

*The group looked at CatNap as he stood before them and tried catching their breath. Doey stood up and approached CatNap.*

🩵 - CatNap? What’s going on?

*CatNap looked at Doey with panicked eyes as he held Michelle out with his tail.*

🌙 - It’s Angel... she suddenly collapsed on the floor and isn’t waking up!

*The toys froze as CatNap gently placed Michelle on the ground. The toys surrounded Michelle as Doey held her in his arms.*

🩵 - Misha?

*Michelle opened her eyes and roared, which caused the group to scream a bit; soon after, she laughed.*

💜 - You should’ve seen your faces; that was priceless!

*When Michelle stopped laughing, she saw most of the toys’ stern faces; she looked at them with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - (lowly) I’m sorry...

*As time passed, Michelle was set inside a jail cell made from Doey as he leaned against the wall.*

💜 - How long do I have left?

*Doey stretched his head to Michelle.*

🩵 - Until you’ve learned your lesson.

*Michelle looked at Doey as she held the bars a bit.*

💜 - C’mon, I said I was sorry; plus it was a dare, what do you expect me to do?

*Doey looked forward and crossed his arms.*

🩵 - Well, this is your punishment for scaring us; you’re lucky it wasn’t much worse.

*Michelle pouted a bit and crossed her arms.*

Chapter Text

❤️ - Unless you know someone who isn’t scared shitless about giant talking toys, I wouldn’t bother.

*Michelle nodded.*

💜 - A little harsh, but he’s right; thank you for your concern, though.

Chapter Text

*Most of the group looked at the dare.*

💜 - So, including Doey, those who have to do the dare are... Mommy, the Smiling Critters, Bunzo, Katie, and the Nightmare Critters. PJ, Yarnaby, and Pianosaurus have technically been acting like their animal counterparts.

*Katelynn tilted her head and looked at Huggy Wuggy and Kissy Missy.*

💖 - Hang on, what about Huggy and Kissy?

*Author appeared beside the duo.*

🌟 - Technically, those two aren’t based on any animal.

*The duo looked at Author.*

🌟 - Those two are more or less based on the Hanging Monkey Plush, so they get a free pass.

*Doey looked at Author before approaching them.*

🩵 - About the dare... can I separate if we want to be different animals?

*Author shone a bit.*

🌟 - Of course!

*Doey smiled a bit.*

🩵 - (lowly) Nice...

*Unbeknownst to the others, a spider thread wrapped around Huggy Wuggy, which caused him to screech. The others looked at Huggy Wuggy as he was being pulled up. The others looked up and saw Mommy Long Legs on a large spiderweb holding Huggy Wuggy in her hands, giggling.*

🕷️ - Look what I caught; some tasty prey~.

*Kissy Missy looked at Mommy Long Legs, panicking.*

🩷 - No hurt Huggy.

*Mommy Long Legs looked at Kissy Missy.*

🕷️ - Don’t worry, dear; I won’t hurt him.

*Mommy Long Legs placed Huggy Wuggy on the web.*

🕷️ - I’m not that hungry right now, so I’ll leave him on my web.

*Huggy Wuggy glared at Mommy Long Legs with a snarl, which made her giggle. Bunzo Bunny smiled as he placed his cymbals on the ground before turning to Hoppy Hopscotch.*

🐰 - C’mon, Hoppy! Let’s do it!

*Hoppy Hopscotch chuckled.*

⚡️ - Alright, little dude.

*The duo got on their hands and knees before they started hopping around the area. CatNap gently pressed his head against Michelle; she smiled and petted under his chin, which made him purr. As CatNap lay on the ground, DogDay was on his hands and knees.*

☀️ - (lowly) This is a little embarrassing, but a dare is a dare...

*As DogDay approached Michelle, she looked at him. When DogDay was close to Michelle, he was hesitant before he made a barking noise; she smiled a bit.*

💜 - Sit.

*DogDay sat on the ground; Michelle held her hand out.*

💜 - Shake.

*DogDay held his hand out and placed his finger in Michelle’s hand before they shook, which made her smile.*

💜 - Good boy; now lay down.

*DogDay lay on the ground; soon after, Michelle petted his head.*

💜 - Who’s a good boy?

*DogDay closed his eyes as his tail moved. Bobby BearHug was on her hands and knees and roared a bit, which caused a few of the smaller toys to playfully scream and collapse on the ground. Bobby BearHug giggled a bit as CraftyCorn carried a few toys on her back while walking on her hooves; she raised herself a bit and neighed before standing back on her hooves and moving forward. KickinChicken made chicken-like noises and mimicked how a chicken moves. KickinChicken looked at the ground and lowered his head before poking at it with his beak; soon after, he raised his head.*

⭐️ - Cockle-doodle-doo!

*A few of the smaller toys laughed as KickinChicken moved around. PickyPiggy rubbed her head against a mini DogDay while making pig noises, which made her laugh. Bubba Bubbaphant attempted to make noise from his trunk, which made a few of the smaller toys laugh. Baba Chops pretended to chew on grass and bleated while Icky Licky hopped around and made frog noises.*

*When a mini CatNap got close to Allister Gator, he snapped at him, which made him flinch. Allister Gator grinned and laughed a bit as Touille rummaged inside the couch cushions while Rabie Baby hung on the back of the couch upside down with her arms crossed, sleeping. Simon Smoke roared and chased after the Mini Huggies, which caused them to run away, while Poe made crow noises and pecked at the ground. As Michelle looked at the toys with a smile, she realized something before looking at Author.*

💜 - Hang on, what about Katie and Maggie? Both of them are based on animals that live in water. And with Katie being made out of slime...

*Author looked at Michelle.*

🌟 - They can pretend that they’re underwater.

*Katelynn smiled as she got on her hands and feet before walking forward. Katelynn walked around the area before bumping against Michelle’s back, which made her and a few smaller toys giggle a bit. Katelynn dug at the ground a bit before walking around. Matthew, shaped like a tiger, approached the smaller toys and roared a bit, which made the toys playfully scream and collapse. Matthew chuckled a bit.*

🧡 - This is a fun dare...

*A yellow and blue blur slid past the group before it slowed down. Michelle looked at the source and saw Jack, shaped like a penguin, standing on his feet, giggling before waddling toward Katelynn. When Katelynn looked at Jack, she giggled a bit before walking around. When Jack was close, Katelynn gently bumped into him, which made him collapse on his back. When Jack looked at Katelynn, she made a squeak nose, which made him giggle before standing properly. Michelle smiled at the duo until she heard a bite-like noise on her left arm, which surprised her. When Michelle lifted her left arm, she saw Maggie Mako holding her lower left arm with her mouth.*

💜 - Really, Maggie.

*Maggie Mako looked at Michelle with happy eyes until they heard growling. The duo looked at the source and saw Kevin, shaped like a wolf, growling at Maggie Mako, which made her quickly let go and run away on all fours. Michelle looked at Kevin before grinning a bit and covering her mouth with her hand a bit.*

💜 - My, my, what big ears you have.

*Kevin looked at Michelle before grinning a bit as he moved his ears a bit.*

❤️ - The better to hear you with, my dear.

*Michelle examined Kevin.*

💜 - And what big eyes you have.

*Kevin circled Michelle with a smirk.*

❤️ - The better to see you with, my dear.

*Michelle giggled a bit.*

💜 - And what big teeth you have.

*Kevin grinned before facing Michelle.*

❤️ - The better to eat you with, my dear.

*Kevin pounced on Michelle and retracted his teeth before playfully and lightly nibbling on her neck, which made her laugh.*

💜 - Please stop; that tickles?!

*Kevin stopped nibbling on Michelle’s neck, which made her catch her breath. Kevin chuckled before lying next to Michelle.*

❤️ - I’d say this has been a successful dare.

*Michelle smiled and petted Kevin’s head, which made him wag his tail a bit.*

Chapter Text

*Bubba Bubbaphant stared at the dare as KickinChicken wrapped his arm around his neck.*

⭐️ - Hey, look at that! You got a dare involving me; this’ll be awesome!

*Bubba Bubbaphant groaned and placed his hand over his face.*

💡 - (lowly) You have no idea what you just did...

*Most of the group stared at the duo.*

💜 - Is staying in a room with Kickin’ really a bad thing?

*Hoppy Hopscotch nodded.*

⚡️ - Kickin’ gets really bored really easily; eventually, he’ll start to get annoying. Sometimes it’s either me or Bubba that he annoys the most.

*Most of the larger Smiling Critters and Doey nodded in agreement; Michelle crossed her arms and looked at the duo.*

💜 - I see... but besides the lounge area, there aren’t many rooms here. How are they supposed to do this dare?

*Author appeared beside the group.*

🌟 - Allow me to fix that.

*Walls started coming out of the floor around the duo, which shocked them and the group. When the walls covered the duo, the group looked at Author.*

🌟 - Once the twenty-four hours are up, the walls will come back down.

*Bubba Bubbaphant looked at the walls as KickinChicken unwrapped his arm.*

⭐️ - What the hell just happened?

*Bubba Bubbaphant examined the walls.*

💡 - This has to be Author’s doing...

☀️ - Are you two alright?

*The duo turned to the wall behind them. KickinChicken quickly approached the wall.

⭐️ - We’re fine, Boss Dog!

*Bubba Bubbaphant approached the wall.*

☀️ - That’s good to hear... Author created the walls for the dare; they’ll drop down after twenty-four hours are up.

*Bubba Bubbaphant sighed a bit before turning his head away and crossing his arms.*

💜 - I’m not sure how bad it gets when you and Kickin’ are alone, but you’ll get through it.

*Bubba Bubbaphant turned his head to the wall.*

💜 - Just... try not to kill him...

*Bubba Bubbaphant stared at the wall before sighing.*

💡 - I’ll try, but I can’t make promises.

*As Bubba Bubbaphant heard the group walk away from the wall, KickinChicken looked around the room.*

⭐️ - Inside a room for a whole day? It’ll be like the old days from your workshop in Safe Haven, just with no tech in here.

As KickinChicken walked forward, Bubba Bubbaphant sighed before sitting down and crossing his legs.*

💡 - (lowly) This is going to be a long day...

*As time flew by, Bubba Bubbaphant continued sitting on the ground while KickinChicken circled the room; on a few occasions, they played games like Charades or Twenty Questions. When thirty minutes remained, Bubba Bubbaphant was meditating with his eyes closed while KickinChicken was lying on his back, his legs against the wall and staring at the ceiling. KickinChicken groaned and lay his legs on the ground.*

⭐️ - It’s so boring in here! Couldn’t Author leave some board games or something in here to entertain us?!

*After KickinChicken stood up, he looked at Bubba Bubbaphant before approaching him. When KickinChicken was close to Bubba Bubbaphant, he lowered his face to his.*

⭐️ - What’cha doing?

*Bubba Bubbaphant opened one of his eyes before closing it again.*

💡 - I’m meditating.

*KickinChicken tilted his head.*

⭐️ - Meditating, huh?

*KickinChicken sat next to Bubba Bubbaphant before crossing his legs and closing his eyes. Soon after, KickinChicken bounced his legs a bit before groaning a bit and laying his legs out.*

⭐️ - This is boring too.

*KickinChicken looked at Bubba Bubbaphant.*

⭐️ - Can we play another game?

*Bubba Bubbaphant looked at KickinChicken.*

💡 - I’d rather not; we’ve got roughly thirty minutes remaining.

*KickinChicken groaned.*

⭐️ - It feels like an eternity in here... just one more game; that’s all I’m asking.

*Bubba Bubbaphant ignored KickinChicken as he continued meditating.*

⭐️ - C’mon Bubba, pretty please...

*KickinChicken placed his hands on Bubba Bubbaphant’s shoulder and started shaking him.*

⭐️ - Please, please, please, please, please.

*As KickinChicken continued saying ‘Please’, a tick mark formed on Bubba Bubbaphant’s head. In the lounge area, most of the group was relaxing; Michelle stared at the enclosed room.*

💜 - How long have they been in there?

*DogDay looked at Michelle.*

☀️ - I want to say it’s getting close to the twenty-four-hour mark.

*Michelle hummed.*

💜 - They’ll be out of there eventually...

*Hoppy Hopscotch crossed her arms.*

⚡️ - I’m surprised Bubba hasn’t done anything stupid to—

*The group heard a punch from the enclosed room, and something hit the wall hard, which made them look at it, before they heard a thud on the ground. DogDay deadpanned Hoppy Hopscotch.*

☀️ - You were saying?

*Hoppy Hopscotch closed her eyes with a sweatdrop.*

⚡️ - (lowly) Forget I said anything...

*When the walls started lowering, the group saw Bubba Bubbaphant sitting on the ground and an unconscious KickinChicken lying on his stomach. The group got up and approached the duo.*

☀️ - What happened?

*Bubba Bubbaphant took a deep breath and exhaled.*

💡 - I... may have let my anger get the better of me... I held back so he should be unconscious...

*Bobby BearHug quickly approached KickinChicken and picked him up before walking away. Hoppy Hopscotch approached Bubba Bubbaphant and placed her hand on his shoulder, which made him look at her.*

⚡️ - Honestly, I would’ve done the same thing too, my guy. Don’t be hard on yourself.

*Bubba Bubbaphant sighed and turned his head away.*

💡 - (lowly) If I get another dare involving Kickin’ again, it’ll be too soon...

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💜 - Ooh, that’s a tough one... I think for me, it would be plant manipulation. Any future farmer would want an ability like that.

❤️ - Fire manipulation; sounds like a badass power to have.

💖 - Mine would be water manipulation; that way, I can look at and hold water without touching it and use it for good things.

💛 - The superpower I’d want would be lightning manipulation; it would look super cool if I could shoot lightning from my fingertips.

🧡 - (humming) I’d have to go with earth manipulation; it might not sound like the best power, but it has a lot of uses.

💙 - Huggy choose laser vision.

🩷 - Kissy choose invisibility.

🟥 - Telekenesis; with my size, it would make moving objects larger than me much easier.

🕷️ - Besides the things that I can do... I would choose ice manipulation. I’m not sure how well ice can handle Elastic Plastic, but a power like that would be intriguing.

🐰 - Size manipulation; a lot of mean toys would be scared if they saw a giant version of me.

🐶 - (wearing a universal translator) A tongue so strong that I can grab things.

🌙 - While there are a lot of things I can do, the one thing I lack is strength... having super strength would be beneficial...

☀️ - I’d have to go with light manipulation; if we were ever to enter a completely dark room, that ability could come in handy.

💝 - The ability to heal people’s injuries.

➕ - I concur with that power, too.

⚡️ - Super speed; add that with my current agility, and no one can spot me so easily.

⭐️ - The ability to make copies of myself; what better person to hang around with than myself?

💡 - Metal manipulation; I could create a lot of things with that kind of ability.

🍎 - Enhanced agility; while I’m not as fast as Hoppy or Kickin’, I make up for it with my strength. Being agile could help a lot.

🎨 - Paint manipulation; I could create a bunch of art with that ability.

📏 - Wind manipulation; I always thought controlling the wind was graceful.

🤖 - Foresight; that way, I could warn my group before it happens.

🦁 - The ability to fly; Master would think it’s an awesome power.

🎵 - (wearing a universal translator) Sound manipulation...

💲 - To turn myself into a real dragon; that would be sick as hell!

💀 - The ability to silence people...

🦈 - (with a bit of drool coming out of her mouth) the ability to create sweets; I’d pig out for days...

🩸 - Super hearing; that way, I can hear juicy gossip from far away.

☢️ - The ability to stop time; imagine the stuff you could do with that kind of power...

🦴 - Teleportation; sounds better than walking.

⛈️ - Shadow manipulation; the darkness seems fitting to me...

🐀 - Clairvoyance; ai could see a bunch of goodees in trash cans wiv an ability like zat.

*As the smaller toys shouted their superpower, Michelle looked at Author.*

💜 - What about you, Author?

*Author hummed.*

🌟 - If I had a superpower... it would be the ability to transform into any animal I want; I always thought those kinds of powers were cool.

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💜 - If you’re meaning that couple specifically, the last I heard, they’re spending the rest of their lives in prison; I don’t know much of the details, but I remember seeing their faces on the news. Good riddance...

*Michelle looked down and crossed her arms.*

💜 - As for my parents... I don’t know where they are. Hell, I don’t even know if they’re alive... they just dropped me at the front of the orphanage’s door with a blanket inside a basket and left when I was a baby...

*In one of the Labs’ rooms, two documents lay on the counter: one containing the picture of a man with short, black hair and brown eyes wearing a lab coat, and the other containing a picture of a woman with long, brown hair in a braid and hazel eyes wearing a lab coat.*

💜 - But if they are alive... I’d like to meet them, even if it’s for a small amount of time...

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💜 - Unfortunately, not very many... when you have the reputation of constantly going to foster homes and then coming back to the orphanage on your shoulders, not a lot of people would want to hang out with you. And the ones I did get to spend a little time with at my orphanage were adopted.

💜 - But they weren’t bad; some of them actually checked on me after a certain event occurred. Those were nice times...

*Michelle looked at her beaded bracelet on her right wrist before placing her other hand under it.*

💜 - However, when Kevin and Katie were turned into toys... I cast myself out from the others, blaming myself for their disappearance. They would try to cheer me up, but it never worked... and I only have myself to blame for that...

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*Kevin stared at the dare before giving it a thumbs-up. Kevin realized something before tapping on his chin, concerned. Author appeared beside Kevin, which made him look at them.*

🌟 - Is there something wrong?

*Kevin opened his mouth a bit, but quickly covered it with his right hand before thinking and tapping his cheek a bit. Kevin thought of something and held his left hand out and focused; soon after, his claws started shaping into letters. Author looked at Kevin’s hand as it said: ‘What happens if I reach my limit?’ Author hummed.*

🌟 - This limit refers to how long you’re separated from the other two, correct?

*Kevin nodded as his left hand returned to normal.*

🌟 - Well, in my domain, parts of time are frozen. The separation time between you, Jack, and Matthew is one of them; you won’t have to worry about melting into a puddle.

*Kevin looked at Author with a sweatdrop and gave them a thumbs-up before walking away.*

❤️ - (in head) Just how strong are they?

*Kevin spotted the smaller toys and some of the larger toys in the lounge area before approaching them. Jack spotted Kevin in the distance before smiling and waving.*

💛 - Hey, Kev! Some of the smaller toys wanna play as knights saving the princess, but we need a dragon; could you help us?

*Kevin held his left hand out before his claws started forming a sentence: ‘Sorry, I can’t; maybe another time.’ Some of the larger toys stared at the sentence before Jack looked at Kevin, concerned.*

💛 - Are you alright?

*Kevin nodded as Matthew approached him.*

🧡 - You aren’t sick or anything, are you?

*Kevin shook his head as his left hand formed a different sentence: ‘I got a dare where I can’t say anything for a whole day.’ Matthew was shocked and looked at Kevin.*

🧡 - For an entire day? But our time limit—

*A different sentence formed on Kevin’s left hand: ‘Author said our separation time is frozen.’ Matthew looked at Kevin.*

🧡 - I see... well, I’m relieved about this new information.

*KickinChicken looked at the trio before he had mischievous eyes and approached them.*

⭐️ - In that case, why not make a game out of it?

*Kevin sternly looked at KickinChicken as Matthew and Jack turned to him.*

💛 - A game?

*KickinChicken pointed at Kevin.*

⭐️ - The first person to make Kevin speak or laugh is the winner.

*KickinChicken looked at Kevin with mischievous eyes.*

⭐️ - And whoever he loses to has to do whatever the winner wants.

*Some of the toys looked at KickinChicken.*

💛 - That sounds more like a challenge than a game.

*KickinChicken pointed to his head.*

⭐️ - Think about it, kiddo; you get to make him do whatever you want.

*Jack blinked a bit before placing his hand on his chin; Hoppy Hopscotch shrugged her shoulders.*

⚡️ - Eh, why not? It sounds like a fun challenge.

*As some of the toys agreed, Matthew looked at them.*

🧡 - Hang on, this isn’t right; you’re basically making your challenge without Kevin agreeing to it.

*KickinChicken hummed and crossed his arms behind his head.*

⭐️ - Yeah, that is true...

*KickinChicken looked at Kevin with smug eyes.*

⭐️ - It’s ultimately his choice if he’s too chicken to take on this challenge.

*Kevin glared at KickinChicken with his fangs showing and held his third finger up before it started forming words: ‘Bring it on, Bird Brain; I ain’t gonna lose to you!’ Matthew looked at Kevin.*

🧡 - Are you sure?

*Kevin undid the words on his finger before crossing his arms and nodding, which made KickinChicken look at him with mischievous eyes.*

⭐️ - Alright! Let the challenge begin.

*As some of the toys gathered around Kevin, Matthew sighed and stepped away before sitting on the ground as a few of the mini Smiling Critters sat on his lap. Jack grabbed his cheeks before he stretched them and made funny faces; Kevin looked at him with a deadpan expression. Jack let go of his cheeks before pouting a bit and crossing his arms.*

💛 - Aw man, I was hoping that would work...

*A few of the mini Smiling Critters roared at Kevin, which made him smirk a bit, but he remained silent. KickinChicken looked at Hoppy Hopscotch in the distance.*

⭐️ - Ready?

*Hoppy Hopscotch nodded as KickinChicken walked forward, pretending to look around and whistling. Hoppy Hopscotch held her foot out when KickinChicken was close, which made him trip and hit the ground. As some of the mini Smiling Critters laughed, KickinChicken looked at Kevin and noticed he was unfazed. KickinChicken hummed as he stood up.*

⭐️ - We gotta come up with a different strategy...

*Matthew sighed as he rested his cheek against his hand.*

🧡 - (lowly) This isn’t going to end well…

Several Hours Later

*Some of the smaller toys lay on the ground, exhausted; Hoppy Hopscotch groaned.*

⚡️ - Everything we do doesn’t affect him.

*Jack sighed.*

💛 - We don’t have much time left...

*KickinChicken tried catching his breath as he looked at the exhausted toys. When KickinChicken looked at Kevin, he had a smug grin and placed his finger under his eye before pulling on it a bit and sticking his tongue out. KickinChicken glared at Kevin with a tick mark forming on his head.*

⭐️ - You’re so gonna get it, you bastard.

*Matthew stared at the group as he petted a mini CraftyCorn’s head until he heard a voice.*

💜 - What’s going on over here?

*Matthew turned his head to the back and saw Michelle and Katelynn looking at the exhausted toys.*

🧡 - Ah, Misha and Katie; where were you two?

*Katelynn looked at Matthew.*

💖 - Bubba was doing a maintenance check on Big Sister’s arms, so I tagged along.

*Matthew hummed.*

🧡 - Ah, I see...

*Michelle looked at KickinChicken as he glared at Kevin while he grinned.*

💜 - What did those two do this time?

*Matthew looked at the duo.*

🧡 - Nothing terrible, but Kevin got a dare where he has to be quiet for a whole day.

*The girls were shocked.*

💖 - And he didn’t become a giant puddle?

*Matthew nodded.*

🧡 - Apparently, in Kevin’s words, our separation time is frozen in this place; Author told him about it.

*Katelynn sweatdropped.*

💖 - Just how strong are they?

*Michelle looked at the duo.*

💜 - So what exactly is Kickin’ doing to Kevin?

*Matthew sighed.*

🧡 - He made this ‘game’ where they’ve been trying to make Kevin talk or laugh. Whoever makes Kevin talk or laugh gets him to do whatever the winner wants.

*The girls looked at one another before grinning a bit as Michelle approached them. When Kevin spotted Michelle, he flinched a bit; the others looked at her.*

⭐️ - Hey, kid; what brings you here?

*Michelle placed her right hand on her cheek.*

💜 - Well, I heard from Matthew that you made a little game involving Kevin, so I figured I’d join in on the fun.

*Hoppy Hopscotch tilted her head.*

⚡️ - What do you plan on doing?

*Michelle hummed.*

💜 - I’ve got two options I could do, but since there are kids here, dark humor jokes are out.

*Jack looked at Michelle.*

💛 - What’s the other option?

*Michelle looked at the others.*

💜 - Let me answer your question with a question. Out of Matthew, Kevin, and Jack, which of the three is the most ticklish?

*Most of the group looked at Jack and pointed at him, which made him sigh.*

💛 - As much as I hate to admit it, they’re right...

*Michelle grinned.*

💜 - Well, what if I told you that there was someone as ticklish as Jack?

*The group looked at Michelle, shocked.*

⭐️ - (lowly) No...

*Michelle held one finger up.*

💜 - The only kicker is that he lets those really close to him do things like tickling him.

*Michelle placed her hand against her chest.*

💜 - I just so happen to be one of those people who have that kind of privilege.

*When Michelle turned to Kevin, she noticed he was gone, which made her chuckle a bit.*

💜 - And I knew this was something he would do.

*Kevin sprinted away from the group before he stopped and quietly tried to catch his breath. Unbeknownst to Kevin, pink slime slithered on the roof. Pink slime landed behind Kevin before Katelynn reformed with a grin. When Kevin turned his head to the back, Katelynn tackled him to the ground and restrained his arms with hers and his legs with her tail.*

💖 - Got you, Big Brother!

*Kevin looked at Katelynn with gritted teeth; when he looked forward, he flinched when he saw Michelle and the group getting close to him. Michelle mischievously giggled as she got close to Kevin.*

💜 - Tell me, Katie, how long has it been since the three of us had a tickle fight?

*Katelynn smiled.*

💖 - Too long.

*Michelle grinned a bit as she raised her hands and moved her fingers a bit.*

💜 - Right... luckily, I still remember all the places where I tickled you back then.

*Kevin started panicking and tried moving, but Katelynn kept him in place and lifted his arms above his head.*

💜 - Especially the spots that make you get in a laughing fit.

*When Michelle was close, she started tickling Kevin’s armpits, which made him flinch and struggle.*

💜 - Those said spots are your armpits!

*The group stared at the trio, shocked.*

⚡️ - (lowly) Holy shit...

⭐️ - (lowly) I’ll say...

*Jack giggled while Matthew hummed.*

🧡 - We’ve been fused since ‘93, and even I didn’t know that...

*Kevin gritted his teeth with a slight smile before he started laughing with dough tears pricking his eyes.*

❤️ - Alright, alright, stop?! I give, I give!!

*Michelle laughed as she stopped tickling Kevin, which made him stop laughing and try to catch his breath.*

💜 - That’s a victory for me!

*After Katelynn let go of Kevin, he sternly looked at Michelle.*

❤️ - You’re so lucky I’m exhausted right now...

*Michelle giggled a bit; Jack realized something.*

💛 - Hang on, what about the dare? If it’s been less than a day, isn’t that a bad thing?

*The group froze a bit; unbeknownst to them, Author appeared behind them.*

🌟 - Actually, Kevin’s dare ended minutes ago.

*The group looked at Author.*

🌟 - Misha’s explanation and Kevin’s runaway attempt made up the last hour he had.

*Kevin sighed before lying on the ground.*

❤️ - (lowly) Glad that’s over...

*Michelle looked at Kevin with a grin.*

💜 - Not so fast... remember this was Kickin’s game, and I just so happen to win it. Therefore, you have to do whatever I want.

*Kevin flinched a bit before groaning. When the group returned to the lounge area, Michelle was lying on her stomach while Kevin gave her a back massage, which made her sigh.*

💜 - (lowly) This is nice...

*Kevin looked at Michelle while massaging her back.*

❤️ - I’ll be honest, this is the last thing I expected.

*Michelle turned her head to Kevin as she rested her chin in her hand.*

💜 - Well, it’s probably better than whatever Kickin’ was gonna come up with.

*Kevin thought about it before shrugging his shoulders.*

❤️ - Eh, fair point.

*Michelle smiled a bit before laying her head on her arms.*

💜 - Could you go a little higher?

*Kevin nodded as he moved his hands up to Michelle’s shoulders, which made her sigh in content.*

💜 - That’s the spot; you’re the best...

*Kevin looked at Michelle before smiling a bit as he continued massaging her back.*

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💜 - (chuckling) This’ll be fun...

*As Michelle and the larger toys gathered around, Author appeared.*

🌟 - Before we begin, I’ll need to set down some ground rules.

*The group looked at Author.*

🌟 - This game of tag will last for one hour, and whoever is tagged last will wear this.

*Soon after, Author summoned a paper cone with the words ‘Crown of Shame’ on it.

🌟 - The Crown of Shame!

*The paper cone disappeared before Author looked at the group.*

🌟 - As for the game itself, this’ll be a free-for-all; you can choose to play solo or make teams of two. As for abilities, you can use them as long as you don’t harm or incapacitate them.

*Michelle raised her hand, which made Author fly close to her.*

🌟 - Yes?

*Michelle lowered her hand and looked at Author.*

💜 - What about deception? Is that allowed?

*Author flew up a bit.*

🌟 - If it helps you get out of being tagged, you can be as deceitful as you want.

*Michelle hummed and nodded as Author looked at the group.*

🌟 - Any other questions?

*The group remained silent, which made Author shine a bit.*

🌟 - Alright!

*Author started spinning above the group at lightning speed.*

🌟 - And the one who will start this game off will be...

*Soon after, Author started slowing down until they fully stopped above DogDay.*

🌟 - The leader of the Smiling Critters, DogDay.

*DogDay nodded as he stretched his arms.*

☀️ - (lowly) This’ll be fun...

*Author looked at the others as DogDay stretched his legs.*

🌟 - But I’m not heartless, all of you will have a thirty-second head start starting... now.

*Most of the group started running in different directions. As Michelle looked around while she ran, she spotted Kevin in the distance before trying to catch up.*

💜 - Hey, Kev!

*Kevin stopped and turned to Michelle as she stopped and placed her hands on her knees, trying to catch her breath.*

❤️ - What is it?

*Michelle stood properly and let out a sigh before looking at Kevin.*

💜 - Since this game is a free-for-all, you and I could team up.

*Kevin stared at Michelle before holding his hands together with one finger from each hand up.*

❤️ - Listen, Misha... you know that I love you, very, very much.

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - But...

*Kevin pointed his fingers at Michelle.*

❤️ - But, I’d like to do this one solo; a lot of the toys will probably expect us to work together. You understand, right?

*Michelle placed her hand on her chin and hummed.*

💜 - Well... when you put it like that, you do make a valid point.

*As Kevin walked away, Michelle turned away and crossed her arms behind her head.*

💜 - Aw man... and I was really hoping that you could help me make Kickin’ the last one tagged.

*Kevin stopped in his tracks, which made Michelle grin a bit before sighing and placing her right hand against her cheek.

💜 - That’s a real shame... I guess I’ll have to come up with something else.

*Michelle counted from three to one with her right hand before Kevin stretched his head toward her.

❤️ - Well... it wouldn’t hurt to at least hear you out.

*Michelle smiled at Kevin.*

💜 - I’m glad you’re so open-minded.

*As Michelle whispered to Kevin, he deviously grinned. After DogDay finished stretching, he bounced a bit as Author looked at him.*

🌟 - It’s time for this game of tag to... begin!

*As Author disappeared, DogDay sprinted forward and looked around.*

☀️ - While some of the toys probably made a few pairs, other toys will rely on their abilities.

*DogDay looked at the ceiling and spotted Katelynn, giggling a bit. DogDay stopped and looked at Katelynn.*

☀️ - (in head) Looks like she hasn’t noticed me yet... how can I get her?

*DogDay looked down a bit and noticed Katelynn was close to a wall before stepping back a bit. Soon after, DogDay sprinted forward and jumped; when he placed his foot on the wall, he pushed himself toward Katelynn and tapped her, which shocked her.*

💖 - Huh?!

*Katelynn looked down and spotted DogDay as he looked at her.*

☀️ - While I understand what you were doing, you can’t rely on your abilities too often; hence why you’re it.

*Katelynn pouted a bit as DogDay ran away.*

💖 - (lowly) Well, that sucks...

*Katelynn got off the roof before landing on the ground.*

💖 - I’ll need to find someone else now.

*As Katelynn looked around, she spotted Bunzo Bunny riding on Yarnaby’s back.*

💖 - Seems like Bunzo teamed up with Yarnaby; that makes sense since Bunzo has small legs.

*Katelynn quietly slid toward the duo before touching Bunzo Bunny, which made him flinch. Katelynn giggled and removed her hand as the duo turned to her.*

💖 - Tag, you’re it!

*As Katelynn quickly slid away, Author appeared, which made Bunzo Bunny and Yarnaby look at them.*

🌟 - Thirty minutes remaining!

*After Author disappeared, Bunzo Bunny panicked and looked around.*

🐰 - Aw, man! What now?

*Yarnaby looked around before spotting Kissy Missy. Yarnaby stood on his back legs a bit, which made Bunzo Bunny panic a bit and hold onto him, and roar before charging toward Kissy Missy. When Kissy Missy spotted the duo, she screeched before running away. Bunzo Bunny tapped Yarnaby’s side.*

🐰 - Keep it up, Yarnaby! If you catch her, I’ll give you belly rubs.

*Yarnaby lit up before he started running faster, which made Bunzo Bunny hold him tighter. When Yarnaby was close to Kissy Missy, he tackled her to the ground. Soon after, Yarnaby lay on top of Kissy Missy; Bunzo Bunny got off him before getting close to her and tapping her shoulder.*

🐰 - Tag, you’re it.

*Bunzo Bunny quickly got back on Yarnaby before he stood up and quickly ran away. Kissy Missy got up and looked around, worried, before sprinting forward.*

🩷 - Kissy need to find someone...

*Kissy Missy tried tagging Miss Delight, but she dodged her and ran until she was out of sight. Kissy Missy was scared and looked around; soon after, she spotted Michelle looking around before quietly moving toward her. When Kissy Missy was close, she placed her hand against Michelle’s shoulder, which made her look at her.*

🩷 - Tag.

*As Kissy Missy quickly ran away, Michelle looked around and spotted a few of the larger toys before sprinting toward them.*

💜 - I need to tag someone quickly.

*When the group spotted Michelle, she aimed her right arm before shooting the Omni-Hand from her wrist. The group separated before the Omni-Hand touched the ground. After Michelle retracted the Omni-Hand, Author appeared as she sprinted forward.*

🌟 - Five minutes remaining!

*After Author disappeared, Michelle was chasing a group consisting of Hoppy Hopscotch, KickinChicken, and Huggy Wuggy.*

⚡️ - Just keep on running! She’ll run out of steam eventually.

*Huggy Wuggy placed his right arm on top of his head.*

💙 - Huggy no wear crown.

*Michelle gritted her teeth a bit.*

💜 - (in head) Damn it... this isn’t good...

*Unbeknownst to Michelle, she stepped on a toy rocket before it rolled backward, which made her yelp before falling on her back hard. As Michelle slowly sat up, she made a hissing sound and rubbed her back.*

💜 - (lowly) Ow... my back...

*KickinChicken stopped and turned his head to Michelle before slowly approaching her.*

⭐️ - Uh... kid? You doin’ alright?

*When KickinChicken was halfway close to Michelle, she aimed her left arm before shooting the blue hand from her wrist and touching his shoulder, which shocked him. Michelle grinned at KickinChicken.*

💜 - Tag, you’re it!

*As Michelle retracted the blue hand, KickinChicken looked at her.*

⭐️ - Oh yeah?

*KickinChicken charged toward Michelle as she lifted her right arm.*

⭐️ - In that case, I’ll just tag—

*Before KickinChicken could get close, Kevin grabbed Michelle’s arm and pulled her up, which shocked him. KickinChicken looked up and saw Kevin as he laughed and held Michelle in his arms.*

❤️ - The classic fake injury tactic; now your question at the beginning makes sense.

*Michelle triumphantly giggled.*

💜 - That trick always fooled Joseph and Katie when we played Tag back in Playcare.

*KickinChicken deadpanned the couple and crossed his arms.*

⭐️ - Why am I not surprised that one of the couples in this place teamed up?

*Kevin looked at KickinChicken.*

❤️ - So that you know, I could’ve chosen to play this game solo.

*KickinChicken tilted his head.*

⭐️ - Then why didn’t you?

*Kevin deviously grinned.*

❤️ - One word: Revenge.

*Before KickinChicken could say anything, Author appeared beside him.*

🌟 - Time’s up!

*KickinChicken looked at Author with widened eyes.*

⭐️ - Ah, shit?!

*Kevin laughed as he got off the roof and landed on the ground with Michelle still in his arms.*

❤️ - That’s for the shit you pulled when we played Uno!

*KickinChicken looked at Kevin.*

⭐️ - You’re still mad about that?!

*Kevin grinned a bit.*

❤️ - Well, not anymore, since you now have to wear something after losing a dare.

*The group gathered around as Author swirled around KickinChicken a bit.*

🌟 - After one hour, the loser in this dare is Kickin’. And with that...

*The Crown of Shame appeared out of thin air before it landed on KickinChicken’s head.*

🌟 - He must wear the Crown of Shame.

*As some of the toys giggled at KickinChicken, Hoppy Hopscotch looked at him.*

⚡️ - You fell for one of the oldest tricks in the book. The only person you have to blame is yourself.

*KickinChicken grumbled and crossed his arms before walking away. Kevin chuckled a bit before resting his head against Michelle’s shoulder.*

❤️ - I couldn’t have done this without you; thank you.

*Michelle smiled at Kevin.*

💜 - Don’t mention it; now, can you put me down?

*Kevin hummed a bit.*

❤️ - Nah, I’m gonna hold onto you for a little longer.

*Michelle was shocked and looked at Kevin as he walked toward the lounge area with a tick mark formed on her head.*

💜 - Hey! I’m not a pet, damn it?! Release me!

*When Kevin was close to the couch, he sat on it before lying on his back. Michelle stared at Kevin before sighing and laying the back of her head against his chest.*

💜 - I suppose resting won’t hurt me... that dare was pretty exhausting...

*Kevin smiled a bit and kissed Michelle’s cheek before laying his head on top of hers, which made her smile a bit and place her hand over his, as they continued relaxing.*

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*Katelynn giggled and wagged her tail.*

💖 - It’s been a long time since I did something like this with Big Brother; first things first is finding him.

*As Katelynn looked around, she spotted Kevin with Matthew and Jack before quietly approaching them. As Matthew was talking, Katelynn quietly stood beside Kevin and noticed his arms were crossed, and his face was stoic. Soon after, Katelynn crossed her arms before looking at Matthew and Jack with a stoic face. Matthew stopped talking and looked at Katelynn, confused, while Jack covered his mouth, giggling. Kevin raised his brow, which made Katelynn raise her brow.*

❤️ - What?

*Kevin made a hand gesture to Matthew and Jack, which made Katelynn do the same thing.*

❤️ - What’s all... this about?

*Matthew looked at Kevin.*

🧡 - Uh... you might want to turn your head slightly to the right.

*Kevin was confused before slightly turning his head to the right, which made Katelynn giggle a bit; he was shocked.*

❤️ - What the...!

*Kevin turned to Katelynn and pointed at her, which made her point at him.*

❤️ - When did you get here?

*Kevin looked at Katelynn’s finger before looking at her.*

❤️ - And why are you pointing at me?

*Katelynn smiled and giggled; Kevin stared at her before he stopped pointing, which made her stop pointing. When Kevin raised his right hand, Katelynn raised her right hand. When both siblings lowered their hands, Kevin started growling with his fangs out. Katelynn’s blue teeth extended before she started growling with her fangs out. Matthew looked at the siblings, humming, while Jack laughed.*

🧡 - If I were to guess, this has something to do with a dare.

*Kevin stopped growling, which made Katelynn stop growling, and looked at her.*

❤️ - Yeah, I kinda figured that out already. And it involves copying everything I do for an entire day, right?

*Katelynn giggled.*

💖 - (playfully) Maybe...

*Jack collapsed on the floor, laughing.*

💛 - That’s hilarious!

*Kevin annoyingly sighed as Jack lay on his side, laughing; Matthew looked at him.*

🧡 - Don’t think of it as a problem, Kevin. Think of it more like... a day of sibling bonding.

*The siblings looked at Matthew.*

🧡 - Plus, it’s only for a day; it can’t be that bad.

*Kevin huffed a bit and crossed his arms, which made Katelynn cross her arms.*

❤️ - That’s easy for you to say since you didn’t have a sibling copying you through most of your life.

*Matthew stared at Kevin before he smiled with his eyes closed, and a chilling aura surrounded him, which made him, Katelynn, and Jack flinch.*

🧡 - While that may be true if I were ever given a day to bond with my sibling, I’d make sure that they have a wonderful time.

*Matthew leaned toward Kevin while still smiling.*

🧡 - Which is what you should be doing with Katie.

*Matthew opened his eyes and stared at Kevin.*

🧡 - Right...?

*Kevin stared at Matthew while trembling a bit.*

❤️ - (lowly) Uh, yeah... th-that’s fine...

*Jack quickly got up and held Matthew’s arm.*

💛 - Since those two are having a bonding time, why don’t you and I have one?

*Matthew gently smiled at Jack.*

🧡 - You know what? That sounds like a wonderful idea.

*Matthew smiled at the siblings.*

🧡 - You two have fun.

*As the duo walked away, Kevin looked at Katelynn.*

❤️ - Remember when you asked me why we shouldn’t make Matthew mad when you didn’t have your memories? This is why we don’t make him mad.

*Katelynn slowly nodded.*

💖 - (lowly) Now it makes sense...

*Katelynn smiled at Kevin.*

💖 - But now that they’re gone, you’ll have me accompanying you for a whole day.

*Kevin sighed and placed his hand on top of his head, which made Katelynn place her hand against her head.*

❤️ - (lowly) This is gonna be a looong day...

*Kevin walked around the area while Katelynn followed behind him. Whenever Katelynn mimicked Kevin, some of the toys were confused, while a few giggled, which annoyed him. When KickinChicken saw Katelynn mimic Kevin, he collapsed on the ground laughing. Kevin glared at KickinChicken with a growl while Katelynn glared at him with a grin and a growl. After some time, Kevin sat on the ground in the lounge area with his head resting in his right hand and legs crossed, annoyed. Katelynn sat next to Kevin with her head resting in her right hand and legs crossed, smiling and giggling while wagging her tail.*

💖 - I haven’t had this much fun in a while. I wouldn’t mind doing a dare similar to this again.

*Kevin let out an annoyed huff and looked around; soon after, he spotted Michelle sitting on the ground with her back against the wall, petting Pianosaurus’s head while he lay his head on her lap while making hum-like noises. Kevin stared at Michelle before grinning a bit and standing up, which made Katelynn stand up, before they walked in her direction. When Pianosaurus spotted the siblings approaching them, he stood up, which made Michelle look at him, and walked away. When Michelle spotted the siblings, she stood up and looked at them.*

💜 - Hey, you two. What brings you—

*Before Michelle could finish, Kevin quickly placed his right hand against the wall close to her, which made her blush a bit, while Katelynn flinched. Michelle looked away while Kevin looked at her with a grin.*

💜 - (lowly) Um... wow, OK... that’s the last thing I thought would happen.

*Kevin chuckled a bit before turning his head to Katelynn, which made her look at him.*

❤️ - What’s the matter? Is this too embarrassing for you?

*Katelynn flinched and slightly glared at Kevin with a slight growl before approaching them. When Katelynn was under Kevin, she placed her right hand against the wall close to Michelle, which confused her.*

💜 - Wait, what?

*Michelle looked at Kevin and gestured to Katelynn as she looked down, embarrassed.*

💜 - What’s this about?

*Kevin chuckled a bit as he pulled his right arm away, which made Katelynn pull her right arm away.*

❤️ - Katie got a dare where she has to follow and copy me for a whole day.

*Michelle deadpanned at Kevin.*

💜 - And you thought what you just did was a good idea?

*Kevin grinned a bit as he got close to Michelle and gently placed part of his finger under her chin, which made Katelynn flinch.*

❤️ - Maybe this will answer your question.

*As Kevin leaned closed to Michelle, Katelynn panicked with a blush before covering her eyes with her hands. Before Kevin got too close, Author appeared beside Katelynn.*

🌟 - Hi there!

*Kevin flinched a bit as Katelynn looked at Author.*

🌟 - I just wanted to let you know that your dare time is up.

*After Author disappeared, Kevin sighed in relief.*

❤️ - (lowly) I’m glad that’s finally over...

*Michelle deadpanned at Kevin.*

💜 - You do realize if Author hadn’t intervened and the dare was still going, you kissing me would’ve made Katie kiss me as well, right?

*Kevin froze a bit.*

❤️ - I’ll be honest, that didn’t cross my mind...

*Michelle gently facepalmed with her right hand and sighed.*

💜 - (lowly) You dumbass...

*When Kevin turned to Katelynn, she glared at him with an angry pout before she started hitting him, which made him cover his face a bit.*

💖 - You’re so stupid, Big Brother?! Stupid, stupid, stupid, stupid!!

*Katelynn turned away with an angry pout and her arms crossed as Kevin looked at her.*

❤️ - Katie...

*When Kevin turned his head to Michelle, she crossed her arms.*

💜 - Don’t look at me. You’re the one who caused this mess; you fix it.

*Kevin looked at Michelle with a sweatdrop before sighing and looking at Katelynn.*

❤️ - Listen, Katie... I... I’m sorry. I took this dare a little—

*Katelynn glared at Kevin, which made him flinch and raise his hands.*

❤️ - And by little, I mean way too far...

*Kevin sighed and looked down.*

❤️ - I wasn’t thinking straight and became a giant dumbass because of my annoyed state, and made it uncomfortable for you... I’m really sorry...

*Katelynn stared at Kevin before looking down. Soon after, Katelynn approached Kevin and lay her head against his chest, which made him look at her.*

💖 - (lowly) You can be a real dummy sometimes...

*Kevin nodded.*

❤️ - I know... I won’t do it again...

*Katelynn looked at Kevin.*

💖 - You promise?

*Kevin smiled a bit and placed his hands between Katelynn’s cheeks with his fingers between her frills before moving them a bit.*

❤️ - I promise...

*Katelynn giggled a bit before wrapping her arms around Kevin, which made him wrap his arms around her. Michelle smiled at the siblings.*

💜 - I love it when things end on a good note.

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*As the group sat in a circle, Author appeared.*

🌟 - Spin the bottle, truth or dare; why not combine the two.

*An empty bottle appeared beside Author before they placed it on the ground.*

🌟 - The rules are simple: If the bottle lands on you, the person who spun it will say truth or dare. If it lands on the spinner, you can spin it again. You must answer the truth or do the dare; you can’t switch out once you’ve made your choice. If you refuse to answer or do the dare...

*A roll of duct tape appeared beside Author.*

🌟 - Then you’ll have to wear duct tape over your mouth for the next five dares/asks; does everyone understand?

*The group nodded, which made Author shine a bit.*

🌟 - Excellent!

*Author started spinning around the group.*

🌟 - The person who will spin the bottle first will be...

*Author started slowing down until they stopped over Mommy Long Legs.*

🌟 - The Game Station’s former observer, Mommy Long Legs.

*Mommy Long Legs giggled.*

🕷️ - Oh, goodie; this’ll be a fun game.*

*Mommy Long Legs carefully placed her fingers between the bottle before she spun it. The bottle started slowing down until it landed on CatNap. Mommy Long Legs looked at CatNap.

🕷️ - CatNap, truth or dare?

*CatNap looked at Mommy Long Legs.*

🌙 - Truth.

*Mommy Long Legs hummed a bit before looking at CatNap.*

🕷️ - Out of all the larger Smiling Critters, who do you tolerate the most?

*CatNap hummed a bit.*

🌙 - Out of that group, the only ones whom I can tolerate are DogDay and Bubba; Bobby and Picky are a close second. The rest of them I find kind of annoying.

*KickinChicken looked offended.*

⭐️ - Rude.

*CatNap ignored KickinChicken as he carefully grabbed the bottle between his fingers before he spun it. The bottle started slowing down until it stopped on Bobby BearHug. CatNap looked at Bobby BearHug.

🌙 - Bobby, truth or dare?

*Bobby BearHug looked at CatNap.*

💝 - I’ll go with dare.

*CatNap was thinking.*

🌙 - I dare you... to give the person you admire the most a hug.

*Bobby BearHug hummed.*

💝 - Sounds simple enough.

*Bobby BearHug picked Medic up before carefully hugging him. Soon after, Bobby BearHug placed Medic on the ground.

💝 - I admire his medical expertise; I’d like to be a great doctor like him.

*Medic looked at Bobby BearHug.*

➕ - That’s very kind of you, Bobby.

*Bobby BearHug looked at Medic with happy eyes before carefully grabbing the bottle between her fingers and spinning it. The bottle started slowing down until it landed on Huggy Wuggy; Bobby BearHug looked at him.*

💝 - Huggy, truth or dare?

*Huggy Wuggy looked at Bobby BearHug.*

💙 - Truth.

*Bobby BearHug rested her head with her right palm.*

💝 - What’s the one thing you love the most about Kissy?

*Huggy Wuggy smiled.*

💙 - Kissy has a big heart and beautiful smile.

*Kissy Missy blushed and looked away.*

🩷 - (lowly) Huggy...

*Huggy Wuggy looked at the bottle before looking at his upper left arm; Bubba Bubbaphant placed his trunk on the bottle.*

💡 - Here, I got you.

*Huggy Wuggy bowed his head a bit as Bubba Bubbaphant spun the bottle. The bottle started slowing down until it stopped on Michelle. Huggy Wuggy looked at Michelle.

💙 - Misha, truth or dare?

*Michelle looked at Huggy Wuggy.*

💜 - I’m sticking with truth.

*Huggy Wuggy placed his right hand under his mouth.*

💙 - What is the craziest thing Misha did above the surface?

*Michelle placed her right hand on her chin with a hum.*

💜 - The craziest thing I’ve ever done above the surface? Well, when I was fourteen, I used to sneak out of the orphanage and practice parkour inside abandoned buildings.

*The toys stared at Michelle, dumbfounded, as she rubbed the back of her head with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - When I was close to sixteen, the caretakers caught me sneaking back inside the building. After that, they made sure a couple of caretakers worked at night so that every orphan kid would be asleep by the night curfew. So, yeah... that’s probably the craziest thing I’ve done above the surface.

*The toys stared at Michelle as she grabbed the bottle before spinning it. The bottle started slowing down until it landed on Bunzo Bunny. Michelle looked at Bunzo Bunny.

💜 - Bunzo, truth or dare?

*Bunzo Bunny smiled.*

🐰 - Dare.

*Michelle hummed.*

💜 - I dare you...

*As Michelle looked around, she spotted a sleeping PJ Pug-A-Pillar.*

💜 - To wake PJ up with your cymbals.

*Bunzo Bunny flinched a bit and was nervous.*

🐰 - Won’t he get mad at me?

*Michelle looked at Bunzo Bunny.*

💜 - Well, it’s either that or tape covering your mouth.

*Bunzo Bunny flinched a bit before looking at PJ Pug-A-Pillar with a sweatdrop. Soon after, Bunzo Bunny sighed before standing up and picking up his cymbals. Bunzo Bunny tiptoed toward PJ Pug-A-Pillar; when he was close, he was shaking a bit before raising his cymbals.*

*Soon after, Bunzo Bunny slammed his cymbals together, which woke PJ Pug-A-Pillar with a bark. When PJ Pug-A-Pillar growled at Bunzo Bunny, he flinched and ran away. Michelle giggled a bit before standing up and approaching PJ Pug-A-Pillar. When Michelle was close, she petted PJ Pug-A-Pillar’s head.*

💜 - It’s OK, buddy; he only did it because of me.

*PJ Pug-A-Pillar licked Michelle’s face, which made her laugh a bit. Bunzo Bunny placed his cymbals on the ground before placing his paws between the bottle and spinning it. The bottle started slowing down as it landed on Kissy Missy; Bunzo Bunny looked at her.*

🐰 - Kissy, truth or dare?

*Kissy Missy looked at Bunzo Bunny.*

🩷 - Truth.

*Michelle sat back in the circle while Bunzo Bunny hummed.*

🐰 - If you were in a burning building and had to save either Huggy or Poppy, who would you choose?

*Kissy Missy whined a bit before looking at Huggy Wuggy.*

🩷 - Sorry, Huggy... but Kissy would choose Poppy...

*Huggy Wuggy smiled and petted Kissy Missy’s head.*

💙 - It’s OK; Huggy understands...

*Kissy Missy smiled a bit before placing both hands on the bottle and spinning it. The bottle started slowing down until it stopped on CraftyCorn. Kissy Missy looked at CraftyCorn.

🩷 - Crafty, truth or dare?

*CraftyCorn tapped her hooves.*

🎨 - I might regret this, but I’ll go with dare...

*Kissy Missy was thinking.*

🩷 - Kissy dare Crafty to do catwalk.

*CraftyCorn blushed and looked away.*

🎨 - I, uh... is that something we can even do?

*Author floated down a bit.*

🌟 - I can help with that.

*Soon after, a catwalk stage appeared beside the group.*

🌟 - There we go; now you can do the dare.

*CraftyCorn looked down, embarrassed, before taking a deep breath and exhaling.*

🎨 - Alright... I-I’ll do it...

*CraftyCorn stood up and approached the back of the catwalk stage before getting on it. CraftyCorn fixed her posture and looked forward before walking forward like a model. When CraftyCorn reached the end of the stage, she posed a bit before turning and walking away. Halfway toward the stage, CraftyCorn turned to the group and posed before walking toward the back. Some of the group clapped as CraftyCorn returned to the circle and sat down with her hooves covering her face.*

🎨 - (lowly) Th-Thank you...

*After the stage disappeared, CraftyCorn held the bottle between her hooves before she spun it. The bottle started slowing down until it landed on Miss Delight. CraftyCorn looked at Miss Delight.*

🎨 - Miss Delight, truth or dare?

*Miss Delight hummed.*

📏 - I’ll go with truth.

*CraftyCorn tapped her hooves a bit.*

🎨 - Do you... ever regret working at the factory?

*The group froze and turned their heads to Miss Delight; she smiled.*

📏 - Not at all... if I never came to Playcare, I would have never met such wonderful children when I worked as a counselor.

*Some of the group smiled a bit as Miss Delight placed her right hand on the bottle before spinning it. The bottle started slowing down until it landed on Matthew. Miss Delight looked at Matthew.

📏 - Mr. Matthew, truth or dare?

*Matthew smiled.*

🧡 - I’ll go with dare.

*Miss Delight was thinking.*

📏 - I dare you to stick your entire fist into your mouth.

*Matthew nodded.*

🧡 - Simple enough.

*Matthew made a fist with his right hand before stretching his mouth and putting it inside his mouth. A few of the smaller toys giggled a bit as Matthew pulled his fist out of his mouth before grabbing the bottle with his left hand and spinning it. The bottle started slowing down until it landed on KickinChicken. Matthew looked at KickinChicken.*

🧡 - Kickin’, truth or dare.

*KickinChicken crossed his arms.*

⭐️ - Dare me, sucker.

*Matthew looked at KickinChicken.*

🧡 - I dare you to do a front somersault.

*KickinChicken laughed as he stood up.*

⭐️ - I can do that.

*The group looked at KickinChicken as he walked toward some open space. KickinChicken stretched his arms and legs before taking a deep breath and exhaling. Soon after, KickinChicken sprinted forward and jumped a bit. Soon after, KickinChicken jumped again and spun forward before landing on his feet with his arms out. Some of the toys clapped their hands as KickinChicken sat back in the circle and bowed a bit.*

⭐️ - Thank you, thank you.

*KickinChicken grabbed the bottle and spun it around. The bottle started slowing down until it landed on Kevin. KickinChicken looked at Kevin.*

⭐️ - Kevin, truth or—

*Kevin crossed his arms.*

❤️ - Just dare me already.

*KickinChicken had mischievous eyes before pointing at Kevin.*

⭐️ - I dare you to lay your head in the lap of the player you love the most for the rest of the game.

*Kevin raised his brow.*

❤️ - Seriously? I thought it would be much worse than that.

*Kevin lay his head in Michelle’s lap, which made her smile and kiss his forehead.*

💜 - Love you too.

*KickinChicken looked at the couple, confused.*

⭐️ - That... wasn’t what I expected; I figured one of you would at least get a little flustered.

*Katelynn looked at KickinChicken.*

💖 - Back in Playcare, Big Brother would always lie his head on Big Sister’s lap whenever he was having a bad day.

*KickinChicken had a blank expression.*

⭐️ - Well shit, that backfired...

*Kevin grinned at KickinChicken.*

❤️ - Better luck next time, Bird Brain.

*KickinChicken glared at Kevin with a growl as he stretched his arm and grabbed the bottle before spinning it. The bottle started slowing down until it landed on Jack; Kevin looked at him.*

❤️ - Jack, truth or dare?

*Jack was slightly nervous.*

💛 - I’ll go with... truth.

*Kevin grinned a bit and pointed at Jack.*

❤️ - Is it true that you love Katie the same way I love Misha?

*Jack froze while most of the circle gasped; Katelynn glared at Kevin with an angry pout and blush as her body bubbled a bit.

💖 - Big Brother...!

*Kevin looked at Katelynn.*

❤️ - What? A question like that shouldn’t be too hard to answer.

*The group heard tape tearing, which shocked them; they looked at Jack as he covered his mouth with duct tape before looking at Kevin with stern eyes and crossing his arms. Most of the group stared at Jack in silence until Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - Honestly, that was the best choice for him.

*Kevin looked at Michelle.*

❤️ - What’s that supposed to mean?

*Michelle deadpanned at Kevin.*

💜 - You would’ve lost it on either answer.

*Kevin stared at Michelle before huffing a bit.*

❤️ - Fair point.

*Kevin looked at Jack with a grin.*

❤️ - At least we’ll get some quiet time around here.

*Jack pulled his right arm up before raising his third finger, which made Kevin glare at him.*

❤️ - Hey! You don’t use that finger on me, you little shit?!

*Jack quickly got up and ran away before Kevin got up and charged toward him. Katelynn looked down with a slight pout. Michelle looked at Katelynn before petting her head, which made her look at her.*

💜 - It’s OK; boys will be boys.

*Katelynn looked at Jack as Kevin held him with one arm and noogied his head before nodding.*

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*DogDay had happy eyes.*

☀️ - Even though it’s been years since I’ve seen Misha, she’s still the same sweet young girl back when she was in Playcare.

*Bobby BearHug placed her hand against her chest.*

💝 - She has a lot of compassion for the toys, even for the ones that tried to hurt her.

*Bobby BearHug looked away.*

💝 - If I were in her shoes, I wouldn’t be as compassionate.

*Bubba Bubbaphant pointed to his head with his trunk.*

💡 - She’s super intelligent and an incredible strategist for someone her age; no normal teen could do the things she did.

*KickinChicken placed his hands on his hips.*

⭐️ - The kid’s got a lot of guts; she did things I would never do when I was human.

*Hoppy Hopscotch crossed her arms.*

⚡️ - She protects others and worries about everyone else’s well-being over her own... while I find that brave for a human, it can also be reckless. All-in-all, she’s a good person.

*CraftyCorn placed her hooves together with happy eyes.*

🎨 - She’s really kind...

*PickyPiggy nodded in agreement.*

🍎 - And also considerate. Misha used one of her flares on the rosemary to remember the ones who passed away.

*CatNap moved his tail a bit with happy eyes.*

🌙 - The Angel saved me from being killed by the False God... I owe her my life...

*Simon Smoke flexed his arms.*

💲 - The Boss is awesome; she kicks ass and takes names.

*Baba Chops crossed her arms and looked down.*

💀 - She’s... alright; so far, she’s less annoying than the others.

*Rabie Baby had mischievous eyes.*

🩸 - She’s fine, but I’d like to know more of the juicy gossip between her and her dough boyfriend.

*Icky Licky looked down and kicked at the ground a bit.*

☢️ - (lowly) She’s cool, I guess...

*Poe rubbed his arm a bit.*

⛈️ - Even though I’m not into bright personalities, I can tolerate her personality.

*Allister Gator huffed a bit.*

🦴 - As long as she doesn’t make me do things that are a hassle, I can get along with her.

*Touille grabbed his tail and spun it around a bit.*

🐀 - Even though ai don’t trust most people’s words, her voice eez like unspoiled honey, and ai like it.

*Maggie Mako had happy eyes and moved her tail a bit.*

🦈 - She’s as sweet as those peanut butter cookies she has in her bag.

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💜 - Technically, I didn’t find the Smiling Critters per se... more like they found me, at least most of them did, throughout my journey inside the factory.

*Michelle placed her hand against her chest.*

💜 - Even though CatNap was my group’s enemy throughout our time inside Playcare, I encountered him when he was dragging me into the garbage chute after the train crash. CatNap officially joined my group after I pushed him away when the Prototype tried to kill him.

*Michelle rubbed the back of her neck.*

💜 - When Huggy and I were following ‘Ollie’s’ instructions on finding the backup generator in Home Sweet Home, both of us were hit with Red Smoke and fell unconscious. Eventually, Bobby, Bubba, and Kickin’ pulled us out of the gas while we were unconscious and made a small alliance after Bobby stitched Huggy’s head wound.

*Michelle looked down.*

💜 - And after the events from the School, Mommy, Miss Delight, and I encountered DogDay in the pool’s timeout area inside the Playhouse, completely intact and restrained by belts. I kinda feared that they were gonna do something awful to him, like cut him in half as punishment, but I’m glad nothing like that happened.

*Michelle placed her right palm to her cheek.*

💜 - As for Hoppy, Picky, and Crafty, it was minutes after my reunion with Kevin and Katie when she had dissociative amnesia inside Pianosaurus’s cell. Those three were following CatNap and possibly thought he was still working for the Prototype, but luckily, DogDay and I convinced them that he was on our side now.

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💲 - Well, I met the Boss first when I was trapped inside that vital chamber for one of the Doctor’s ‘tests’ along with that slime girl in that room separated from those slightly bigger Nightmare Critters. When she freed me and told me that she didn’t want to see pointless bloodshed, I thought she was cool, and I joined them.

*Simon Smoke looked down and crossed his arms.*

💲 - As for the other Nightmare Critters, I found them in a slum-like area outside the Wastewater Plant while the Boss was unconscious. Soon after, I told them things about the Boss’s group and the cookies she had in her bag. They were starving, so that part alone made them want to join the Boss’s group.

*Simon Smoke gestured to the other Nightmare Critters.*

💲- And eventually, we spotted the Boss and her boyfriend near one of the Doctor’s experiment rooms. Rabie met those two earlier than the others.

*Rabie Baby giggled with her hand over her mouth.*

🩸 - What can I say? I’m a sucker for romance.

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🌟 - Of course! But I wouldn’t do them too often. Back-to-back tickle fights would probably be torture for her.

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*The Smiling Critters looked at the dare; Hoppy Hopscotch crossed her arms behind her head.*

⚡️ - Sounds simple enough.

*KickinChicken looked at the others.*

⭐️ - How do we go about it? Do we just... give her a group hug?

*Bubba Bubbaphant hummed.*

💡 - Technically, it doesn’t say that... plus all of us hugging her at once could be a bad idea since we could accidentally break a few of her bones.

*As the other larger Smiling Critters were talking, CatNap let out an annoyed huff before looking around. Soon after, CatNap spotted Michelle talking to Mommy Long Legs before approaching them. As Michelle listened to Mommy Long Legs, CatNap lay on the ground before pressing his head against her back, which surprised her. Mommy Long Legs tilted her head as Michelle turned to CatNap.*

💜 - Hey, buddy; what’s up?

*CatNap looked at Michelle.*

🌙 - I never got to properly thank you for saving my life, Angel.

*Michelle looked at CatNap.*

💜 - Oh... well, that’s not really necessary; I was just doing the right thing.

*CatNap looked at Michelle.*

🌙 - Even so, I’d still like to properly thank you.

*Michelle sighed a bit and rubbed the back of her neck.*

💜 - Alright then, is there anything in particular you—

*CatNap wrapped his arms around Michelle and pulled her close, which surprised her.*

💜 - Oh! OK, hugs are fine; I can do that.

*Michelle wrapped her arms around CatNap‘s head as he purred; Mommy Long Legs hummed.*

🕷️ - I didn’t expect you to be the hugging type.

*Unbeknownst to the trio, the larger Smiling Critters stared at CatNap.*

⭐️ - I guess that’s one way to do it.

*DogDay hummed.*

☀️ - Then we should follow his example.

*The other Smiling Critters nodded in agreement. After some time, Michelle sat on the ground as she ran her fingers through Yarnaby’s mane; she hummed a bit.*

💜 - Unfortunately, the brush the scavenging team found would be too small for you; once we escape the factory, one of the things I’ll do is find a good brush for you.

*Yarnaby lay his head against Michelle’s left arm, purring, which made her smile a bit and pet his head. Unbeknownst to the duo, DogDay watched in the distance; he took a deep breath and exhaled before approaching them. Michelle spotted DogDay before standing up and looking at him.*

💜 - Hey, DogDay, is there something I can help you with?

*DogDay looked down and tapped his fingers.*

☀️ - Uh, well... back in Playcare, I never got to properly thank you for keeping my team safe.

*As Michelle opened her mouth, DogDay held his hands up.*

☀️ - And I know ‘thanks’ won’t be necessary for you, but I’d still like to appreciate your generosity.

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - Alright... and how would you like to appreciate my generosity?

*DogDay got on his knees and held his arms out.*

☀️ - Do you accept hugs?

*Michelle smiled a bit and approached DogDay before they hugged. After the duo let go, Yarnaby nudged Michelle, which made her laugh a bit.*

💜 - Alright, alright, you get a hug too.

*DogDay looked at Michelle with happy eyes as she hugged Yarnaby. In the lounge area, Michelle was helping Matthew put the smaller toys to sleep. After the duo finished, Matthew looked at Michelle.*

🧡 - Thank you again for helping me out.

*Michelle waved her hand.*

💜 - Don’t mention it, Matthew; it’s the least I can do.

*Unbeknownst to the duo, CraftyCorn and PickyPiggy observed them. CraftyCorn and PickyPiggy looked at one another before nodding and approaching the duo. Matthew spotted the duo and looked at them.*

🧡 - Ah, Crafty and Picky, is there something we could help you with?

*As Michelle turned to the duo, CraftyCorn tapped her hooves.*

🎨 - Uh, well... back in Safe Haven, Misha did something really kind for us, and well...

*PickyPiggy looked at the duo.*

🍎 - We were hoping we could repay her.

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - Let me guess, in the form of a hug?

*The duo flinched and looked away.*

🎨 - (lowly) I-I, uh...

*PickyPiggy rubbed the back of her neck with her hoof.*

🍎 - If that’s something you’re comfortable with...

*Michelle giggled and approached the duo.*

💜 - I’m OK with that.

*The duo sighed in relief as Michelle held her arms out.*

💜 - Who’s first?

*CraftyCorn had happy eyes before kneeling and wrapping her arms around Michelle, which made her wrap her arms around her neck. After the duo let go, Michelle approached PickyPiggy. When PickyPiggy knelt, Michelle wrapped her arms around her neck, which made her wrap her arms around her. After the duo separated, PickyPiggy stood up; CraftyCorn looked at her.*

🎨 - Thank you for that.

*Michelle smiled at the duo.*

💜 - No problem.

*As the duo left, Matthew approached Michelle.*

🧡 - What was that about?

*Michelle turned to Matthew.*

💜 - I have a feeling the larger Smiling Critters got a dare which involves hugging me.

*Matthew looked at Michelle.*

🧡 - Really? That would explain a lot... how come you didn’t tell them you knew it was a dare?

*Michelle chuckled a bit.*

💜 - Their shocked faces are pretty funny; I didn’t want to ruin that.

*Matthew hummed a bit and nodded; after some time, Bobby BearHug examined Huggy Wuggy’s and Kissy Missy’s wounds and Medic standing beside her, while Michelle held Poppy. Bobby BearHug hummed a bit.*

💝 - Luckily, I’m not seeing any infections in your wounds, and both of your stitches are still intact.

*Medic looked at the couple.*

➕ - However, we don’t want you two to overexert yourselves. The best medical advice I can give you is to not strain yourselves with heavy lifting and make sure you have plenty of rest.

*The couple nodded and bowed their heads.*

💙 & 🩷 - Thank you, Medic and Bobby.

*Poppy looked at the couple before sighing a bit and looking down. Michelle looked at Poppy before petting her head a bit, which made her look at her.*

💜 - Don’t worry; once we’re done dealing with the Prototype and leaving the factory, we’ll repair them.

*Poppy stared at Michelle before nodding.*

🟥 - (lowly) I hope so...

*As the couple approached the duo, Michelle held Poppy out, which made Kissy Missy wrap her arm around her before placing her on her shoulder. As the trio walked away, Bobby BearHug looked at Michelle before approaching her. Michelle turned to Bobby BearHug when she was close and knelt to her level.*

💝 - How are you holding up?

*Michelle looked at Bobby BearHug before placing her right hand against her left wrist.*

💜 - Physically, I’m doing alright; a few aches and bruises, but it can be fixed with the aspirin in my medkit. Mentally, however...

*Michelle looked down and kicked at the ground a bit.*

💜 - (lowly) It could be better...

*Bobby BearHug hummed a bit as Michelle looked at her with a slight smile.*

💜 - But I’ve heard that hugs are helpful for someone’s mental health.

*Bobby BearHug flinched a bit before regaining her composure and clearing her throat.*

💝 - Well, you’ve definitely heard right. Hugs are known for reducing anxiety and improving things like mood and sleep.

*Bobby BearHug held her arms.*

💝 - If you’d like, I could offer you a hug.

*Michelle smiled a bit as she approached Bobby BearHug. When Michelle was close, she wrapped her arms around Bobby BearHug’s neck, which made her wrap her arms around her. After the duo separated, Michelle smiled at Bobby BearHug.*

💜 - Thanks, Bobby; I’m feeling much better.

*Bobby BearHug nodded as Michelle walked away; Medic rolled toward her.*

➕ - It seems like she figured out your group’s dare.

*Bobby BearHug sighed.*

💝 - I kinda figured she would; she’s intelligent and catches things on quickly.

*As time passed, Bubba Bubbaphant examined Michelle’s arms as he moved her fingers with his trunk while Katelynn watched on the side. Bubba Bubbaphant hummed a bit and pulled his trunk away.*

💡 - So far, everything looks intact. However, there could be things that are missing or haven’t been tested yet.

*Michelle looked at Bubba Bubbaphant.*

💜 - Oh? And what sort of things could that be?

*Bubba Bubbaphant placed his padded foot under his chin with a hum.*

💡 - Well, for starters, your arm strength could be weak compared to when they were once GrabPack arms; I’d like you to test your arms by wrapping them around me.

*Katelynn crossed her arms and tilted her head.*

💖 - That just sounds like an excuse for getting a hug from Big Sister.

*Bubba Bubbaphant held his arms out.*

💡 - I assure you that this is for scientific purposes.

*Michelle shrugged her shoulders with a slight grin.*

💜 - Well, you’re the scientist of the group; just let me know if I’m hurting you.

*Bubba Bubbaphant nodded as Michelle wrapped her arms around him, which made him wrap his arms around her.*

💜 - How’s this?

*Bubba Bubbaphant hummed a bit.*

💡 - Try going a little tighter.

*Michelle nodded as she hugged Bubba Bubbaphant slightly tighter; he hummed and nodded.*

💡 - Alright, I’ve seen enough.

*Michelle nodded as she let go of Bubba Bubbaphant.*

💡 - I’ve concluded that your arms are in fine condition.

*Katelynn deadpanned Bubba Bubbaphant.*

💖 - Couldn’t Big Sister have lifted something a little heavy to get better results on her arm strength?

*Bubba Bubbaphant flinched a bit and looked away.*

💡 - Well, it could have, but...

*Michelle smiled at Katelynn and petted her head.*

💜 - It’s alright, Katie; we work with what we got.

*Katelynn hummed a bit before nodding as Michelle looked at Bubba Bubbaphant.*

💜 - Are we good to go?

*Bubba Bubbaphant cleared his throat before looking at the duo.*

💡 - Yes, you’re free to go.

*The duo nodded as they walked away; when Bubba Bubbaphant was out of sight, Katelynn smiled at Michelle and wagged her tail.*

💖 - How was I, Big Sister?

*Michelle smiled at Katelynn.*

💜 - You were excellent, Katie, especially when you got him to flinch.

*Katelynn giggled as the duo fist-bumped; after some time, Michelle walked around the area until she spotted Jack playing with a few of the toys. Michelle approached Jack and tapped his shoulder, which made him turn to her.*

💜 - Hey, Jack, how are you holding up with... you know?

*Michelle gestured to her mouth; Jack held his right hand out before words started forming on his fingers: ‘I’m doing alright; I’m kinda worried that if this tape stays on for too long...’ Michelle smiled and petted Jack’s head.*

💜 - I understand; if I remember correctly, it’s best to pull it off slowly so there isn’t much discomfort.

*Jack nodded.*

⚡️ - Hey, kiddo!

*The duo turned to the back and saw Hoppy Hopscotch approach them.*

💜 - Hey, Hoppy, is there something I can help you with?

*Hoppy Hopscotch looked at Michelle and knelt.*

⚡️ - Well, I was wondering if I could get a hug from you.

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - Really, any particular reason?

*Hoppy Hopscotch shrugged her shoulders.*

⚡️ - Just felt like wanting a hug.

*Michelle stared at Hoppy Hopscotch before shrugging her shoulders.*

💜 - Fair enough.

*As Hoppy Hopscotch opened her arms, Michelle approached her and wrapped her arms around her neck, which made her wrap her arms around her. After the duo separated, Hoppy Hopscotch looked at Michelle with happy eyes.*

⚡️ - Thanks.

*Michelle nodded as she walked away. Unbeknownst to the others, KickinChicken eyed Michelle before quietly following her. As KickinChicken was behind Michelle, she crossed her arms.*

💜 - If my math’s right, the only larger Smiling Critter left is Kickin’; how is he—

*Before Michelle could finish her sentence, KickinChicken quickly picked her up, which made her yelp, before he wrapped his arms around her.

⭐️ - Surprise hug!

*Michelle looked at KickinChicken with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - (lowly) I guess that answers my question...

*When Michelle looked up, she saw a blue hand with red claws before it karate-chopped KickinChicken’s head, which made him yelp and let her go. Kevin caught Michelle before she hit the ground; he looked at her.*

❤️ - You alright?

*Michelle nodded as KickinChicken rubbed his head and looked at the couple.*

⭐️ - Ow, man; what was that for?

*Kevin sternly looked at KickinChicken.*

❤️ - That was for your stupidity. You don’t sneak up on people like that and hug them out of the blue.

*KickinChicken looked at Kevin.*

⭐️ - It was just a dare, dude, and a harmless one at that.

*Kevin pointed at KickinChicken.*

❤️ - Dare or not, you don’t pull that shit on anyone, especially to the people I care about.

*KickinChicken stared at Kevin and blinked a bit before looking at him with mischievous eyes.*

⭐️ - Jealousy isn’t a good look on you, my guy.

*Michelle flinched while KickinChicken crossed his arms and looked up a bit with his eyes closed.*

⭐️ - So I hugged your girlfriend, that’s not something to get jealous about; she clearly has eyes for you. Plus, it wouldn’t work out because of the age gap.

*KickinChicken sensed a tense aura, which made him flinch; when he looked at Kevin, he noticed he was looking down, and his body was bubbling.*

❤️ - (through gritted teeth) I’m sorry, I didn’t quite catch that.

*Kevin glared at KickinChicken with a scary grin.*

❤️ - Would you mind repeating yourself...?

*KickinChicken was scared and trembling a bit; before Kevin could do anything, Michelle wrapped her arms around his neck. Kevin stared at Michelle before letting out a loud huff, and his body stopped bubbling. Kevin glared at KickinChicken and gestured to Michelle.*

❤️ - You’re lucky that the only reason why I’m not tearing you apart right now is because of her.

*As Kevin walked away with Michelle in his arms, KickinChicken stared at them.*

⭐️ - (lowly) Note to self, never mention jealousy toward Kevin ever again...

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🧡 - Oh, uh... thank you for the cookies. And while your offer is kind, we don’t want to burden you with that kind of responsibility.

💙 & 🦁 - Thank you!

*As Matthew, Huggy Wuggy, and Yarnaby ate their cookies, CatNap looked at the two cookies in his hand; DogDay looked at him while holding his cookie in his hand.*

☀️ - Looks like you got yourself a few admirers.

*CatNap closed his eyes.*

🌙 - I’m honestly surprised others like me, even after everything I did… they’re as kind as Angel.

*DogDay looked at CatNap with happy eyes as he bit into one of his cookies before taking a bite out of his cookie.*

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*Hoppy Hopscotch stared at the dare with a slight blush.*

⚡️ - A dare... involving Bobby?

*Bobby BearHug looked at Hoppy Hopscotch with happy eyes.*

💝 - It sounds like a fun dare.

*Hoppy Hopscotch looked away and rubbed the back of her neck.*

⚡️ - U-Uh, yeah; definitely a fun dare...

*Unbeknownst to the duo, Kevin and Michelle looked at them; he chuckled a bit and crossed his arms.*

❤️ - This’ll be good entertainment.

*Michelle turned her head to Kevin.*

💜 - How so?

*Kevin leaned toward Michelle and covered his mouth with his hand.*

❤️ - (whisper) Hoppy has a huge crush on Bobby.

*Michelle looked at the duo.*

💜 - (lowly) Oh... yeah, I could see that working out.

*The duo turned their heads to the back and spotted the couple; they smiled and gave Hoppy Hopscotch a thumbs-up. Hoppy Hopscotch slightly glared at the couple with a tick mark forming on her head.*

⚡️ - What’s with those smiles?! You better not have told her something weird, Kev!

*Bobby BearHug held Hoppy Hopscotch’s hand, which made her flinch and blush.*

💝 - Don’t worry about those two; we should get this dare started.

*Hoppy Hopscotch turned her head to Bobby BearHug.*

⚡️ - Uh, yeah... let’s get it over with...

*As the duo walked away, Kevin chuckled a bit.*

❤️ - I kinda want to follow them and see how things turn out.

*Michelle placed her hand on Kevin’s arm, which made him look at her.*

💜 - Come on now, we promised Matthew that we would watch the smaller toys in the lounge area for the day; let them have their fun.

*Kevin stared at Michelle before sighing a bit.*

❤️ - Fine, I’ll leave them be...

*Kevin looked away with a sweatdrop.*

❤️ - (lowly) Plus I’d rather not make Matthew mad again...

*As the duo was walking, Hoppy Hopscotch looked away and rubbed the back of her neck.*

⚡️ - So, uh... do you have something important to do?

*Bobby BearHug placed her finger against her chin.*

💝 - Well... I’ll need to meet up with Medic so I can assist him in Mommy’s checkup; other than that, I don’t really have much going on.

*Bobby BearHug turned her head to Hoppy Hopscotch.*

💝 - What about you?

*Hoppy Hopscotch was thinking.*

⚡️ - Well, even though this place looks peaceful, I’d like to ask DogDay if he could spar with me.

*Bobby BearHug hummed a bit.*

💝 - That’s smart; you don’t want to get rusty if a threat ever shows itself.

*Hoppy Hopscotch blushed a bit and looked away.*

⚡️ - Well, yeah... it comes with the job.

*Bobby BearHug giggled a bit as they continued walking. Eventually, Bobby BearHug and Medic were examining Mommy Long Legs while she stretched her head and talked to Hoppy Hopscotch. When Bobby BearHug turned her head to Hoppy Hopscotch, she saw her laugh a bit, which made her look at her with happy eyes.*

*As time passed, Hoppy Hopscotch charged toward DogDay with a battle cry. When Hoppy Hopscotch shot her right fist forward, DogDay dodged it. When Hoppy Hopscotch tried kicking DogDay with her left foot, he blocked it with his left arm. DogDay looked at Hoppy Hopscotch as he kept dodging and blocking her attacks.*

☀️ - You’ve definitely gotten faster than the last time we sparred.

*Hoppy Hopscotch looked at DogDay with smug eyes.*

⚡️ - If you think that’s fast, you haven’t seen anything yet.

*Hoppy Hopscotch started attacking faster, which made DogDay dodge them. Bobby BearHug sat on the ground and observed the duo.*

💝 - (lowly) Amazing...

*When Hoppy Hopscotch glanced at Bobby BearHug, she had happy eyes and waved, which made her blush a bit. Unbeknownst to Hoppy Hopscotch, DogDay crouched and tripped her with his right leg, which made her yell before she hit the ground hard. Hoppy Hopscotch groaned a bit as DogDay stood properly and crossed his arms.*

☀️ - While I get that this is a dare, you shouldn’t let others distract you.

*Hoppy Hopscotch sat up and rubbed the back of her head; DogDay held his hand out, which made her look at it.*

☀️ - But on the plus side, you’ve definitely improved.

*Hoppy Hopscotch had happy eyes as she took DogDay’s hand before standing up with his help. DogDay looked at Hoppy Hopscotch.*

☀️ - Let’s call that a day.

*Hoppy Hopscotch nodded and approached Bobby BearHug as she stood up.*

💝 - You alright?

*Hoppy Hopscotch sighed a bit and rubbed the back of her neck as they walked.*

⚡️ - Yeah, I’m alright, but the end of that sparring match was pretty sloppy, huh?

*Bobby BearHug shook her head.*

💝 - I didn’t think so; I thought you were great even at the end.

*Hoppy Hopscotch blushed a bit before looking away.*

⚡️ - (lowly) Thanks...

*Bobby BearHug giggled a bit with happy eyes. As Hoppy Hopscotch looked around, she spotted a soccer ball shooting straight toward them, which made her eyes widen.*

⚡️ - Watch out, Bobby!

*As Bobby BearHug looked at the soccer ball, Hoppy Hopscotch pushed her out of the way, which made them fall to the ground before the ball hit them. Hoppy Hopscotch got up with a sigh of relief.*

⚡️ - (lowly) That was close...

*When Hoppy Hopscotch looked down, she noticed she was on top of Bobby BearHug, which made her blush.*

💝 - Um...

*Hoppy Hopscotch panicked and quickly got up.*

⚡️ - I-I’m so sorry, Bobby?!

*Hoppy Hopscotch quickly held her hand out to Bobby BearHug.*

⚡️ - A-Are you OK?

*Bobby BearHug looked at Hoppy Hopscotch’s hand before taking it.*

💝 - Yes, I’m fine; thank you.

*Hoppy Hopscotch blushed a bit and nodded as she helped Bobby BearHug up. KickinChicken sprinted toward the duo.*

⭐️ - Hey, are you two alright?

*When KickinChicken was close, Hoppy Hopscotch glared at him.*

⚡️ - You dumbass! You almost hit Bobby with that soccer ball?!

*KickinChicken flinched before looking at Bobby BearHug and placing his hands together.*

⭐️ - I’m really sorry, Bobby. I asked Author if they could summon a soccer ball for me so I wouldn’t disturb others, and they did. As I was kicking it, though, it got the side of my foot a bit and I kicked it too hard; I didn’t mean to...

*Bobby BearHug looked at KickinChicken and waved her hands.*

💝 - It’s OK, Kickin’; I know it wasn’t intentional.

*KickinChicken stared at Bobby BearHug before looking at Hoppy Hopscotch with mischievous eyes.*

⭐️ - Did you finally ask her out?

*Hoppy Hopscotch flinched with a blush before glaring at KickinChicken and tackling him to the ground. Bobby BearHug looked at Hoppy Hopscotch with panicked eyes as she was hitting KickinChicken while he covered his face.*

💝 - Hey, Hoppy; stop that!

*As Hoppy Hopscotch raised her right arm, an orange dough arm wrapped around her, while a blue dough arm wrapped around KickinChicken before they separated them, which shocked them.*

⚡️ - What the...!

*The trio sensed a chilling aura, which made them flinch; they turned their heads to the source and saw Matthew approach them. Matthew looked at the trio with a chilling smile, and his eyes closed, which scared them.*

🧡 - I was hoping to have a relaxing day when Misha, with Kevin as her addition, offered to watch the smaller toys for me, and yet here I am having to deal with your squabble.

*Matthew opened his eyes slightly at the trio.*

🧡 - Care to explain what the fuss is all about...?

*The trio looked at Matthew, terrified, until they heard a voice.*

💜 - Hey, Matthew!

*The group turned their heads to the voice and saw Michelle sprinting toward them. Matthew was surprised and placed Hoppy Hopscotch and KickinChicken on the ground before turning to Michelle when she was close.*

🧡 - Misha? What are you doing here?

*Michelle tried catching her breath before regaining her composure.*

💜 - In the lounge area, you have to see this!

*The group was confused and looked at one another. In the lounge area, the larger group huddled together as they stared at a few large trays of chocolate chip cookies on the lounge table. Kevin held Maggie Mako in his hands as she tried reaching for the cookies.*

🦈 - C’mon, just one cookie; someone has to try one if they’re poisonous.

*Kevin glared at Maggie Mako.*

❤️ - That’s a damn lie, and you know it! You’re just making an excuse so you can have all of them to yourself?!

*The smaller group approached the larger group.*

💜 - Kevin!

*Kevin turned his head to the group.*

❤️ - Good, you brought them.

*The smaller group looked at the trays of cookies.*

🧡 - Huh? Trays of cookies?

*Author appeared above the group.*

🌟 - Good, you’re here.

*The group looked at Author.*

💜 - What’s with these trays of cookies?

*Author floated toward the group.*

🌟 - A little something the requester made for all of you; a real sweetheart. I summoned them once the dare time was up.

*Some of the group smiled.*

💜 - Well, in that case...

*Michelle approached one of the trays and grabbed two cookies before approaching Hoppy Hopscotch and Bobby BearHug and holding them out.*

💜 - The first two cookies should go to Hoppy and Bobby; this was their dare.

*The duo was surprised and looked at the others; they smiled and nodded. The duo looked at the cookies before taking them.*

💝 - Thank you, Misha.

*Michelle smiled and nodded before looking at the others.*

💜 - Now it’s time to give the smaller toys the cookies next.

*As Michelle walked forward, Hoppy Hopscotch looked at her cookie.*

⚡️ - Hey, Bobby...

*Bobby BearHug turned her head to Hoppy Hopscotch as she looked away.*

⚡️ - About what happened... I’m...

*Bobby BearHug stared at Hoppy Hopscotch before approaching her and placing her hand on her shoulder, which surprised her.*

💝 - It’s alright, you were just trying to keep me unharmed.

*Bobby BearHug pressed her mouth against Hoppy Hopscotch’s cheek, which made her blush.*

💝 - But we shouldn’t be gloomy about it.

*The duo looked forward as some of the group were eating their cookies while the others were talking with smiles.*

💝 - This is a happy moment; we should enjoy it.

*Hoppy Hopscotch stared at the group before looking at Bobby BearHug with slightly happy eyes.*

⚡️ - Thanks, Bobby.

*Bobby BearHug had happy eyes as the duo took a bite out of their cookies.*

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🌙 - I imagine the False God wouldn’t be pleased either because of this betrayal... but that also makes him a huge hypocrite since he abandoned me when I needed him most. I’m grateful that the Angel showed me the true light.

*CatNap looked at the comment with concerned eyes.*

🌙 - As for your comment, I’m... flattered that DogDay and I are your inspiration and concerned about your well-being...

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💜 - Well... I promised Poppy that I would put her father to rest, and I’m a woman of my word... if things were different, I would’ve spared his life, but as of right now... he’s beyond saving...

❤️ - Well, I can’t really go anywhere since most of us haven’t been outside in a long time, along with our... appearances.

*Kevin looked away and crossed his arms.*

❤️ - Wherever Misha goes, I, along with Katie and the other toys, will follow her... and I’ll help her achieve her new goals once we get out of that Hell they call a factory...

🌟 - (in a separate area) That’s for them to decide if they ever want to know their fates from a different dimension and what they do with this knowledge. And even if they do want to know, any memories they have from this place will be gone; it’s a sort of... safety measure...

*CatNap started at the question before looking away.*

🌙 - (lowly) I don’t mind them...

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💜 - Is that acronym supposed to mean that Freddy Fazbear’s game?

*Michelle sighed and rubbed the back of her neck.*

💜 - I’d rather not stay in an office and wait til 6 a.m.

*CatNap nodded.*

🌙 - Agreed...

*Author floated toward the duo.*

🌟 - Actually, this one is different compared to that other dare.

*The group looked at Author.*

🌟 - You’ll see once you two get there.

*Michelle was confused.*

💜 - Once we get—

*Before Michelle could finish, she and CatNap suddenly disappeared, which shocked the group. Soon after, the group glared at Author and growled, which made them panic.*

🌟 - H-Hang on; let me explain before you go bloodthirsty.

*Dough hands with red claws got around Author before getting close and forming a dough cage, which shocked them. Kevin pulled Author close to him as his body boiled.*

❤️ - Start talking then...

*The others looked at Author with death glares.*

🌟 - All I did was transport those two to a different area. If you let me go, I can show you guys their locations.

*The group stared at Author until Kevin undid his hands and looked at them.*

❤️ - Then do it...

*Author nodded as they started shining a bit. Soon after, two different screens appeared: one at the lobby of a large pizzaplex, and the other at a raceway. Soon after, Michelle appeared at the lobby, while CatNap appeared at the raceway, which made the group sigh in relief. At the pizzaplex lobby, Michelle looked around.*

💜 - What the hell? Where am I?

*Michelle looked forward and saw a large statue of a robot animatronic wearing a top hat and bowtie with shoulder pauldrons holding a microphone and a microphone stand.*

💜 - Is that... Freddy?

🌟 - Sort of... this version is called Glamrock Freddy.

*Michelle was shocked and looked around.*

💜 - Author? Where are you, and how am I hearing your voice?

🌟 - Don’t freak out, I’m using telepathy. As for your question, I’m in the main area with everyone else.

*Michelle sighed a bit and looked at the statue.*

💜 - Alright... what is this place?

🌟 - This is Freddy Fazbear’s Mega Pizzaplex, a large, three-story, eighties-themed family entertainment center with various attractions in this establishment.

*CatNap looked around the raceway and spotted a mural of a wolf animatronic with a green streak in her hair wearing a racer jacket and two black-and-white checkered flags.*

🌟 - Your objective is very simple: reunite with one another while surviving the onslaught of this place. If they touch you, you’ll be reset at your spawn point. Don’t worry, though, each one of you will meet up with an ally inside this pizzaplex; they won’t reset you and will help you the best they can. The others are watching, but unfortunately, they can’t help this time.

*Michelle sighed in slight annoyance.*

💜 - (lowly) Well, that’s just great...

🌟 - Good luck to both of you and let this dare begin.

*Michelle crossed her arms and walked forward with a hum.*

💜 - A three-story-tall building with multiple attractions, huh? I’ll need to find a map first.

*As Michelle looked around, she spotted a gift shop on the right side, which made her hum.*

💜 - Maybe that gift shop will have one.

*The others looked at Michelle as she approached the gift shop.*

💖 - Don’t gift shops usually carry maps for the said place?

*Matthew nodded.*

🧡 - If I recall, they usually do for tourists or those who want to collect maps of places they’ve been to.

*Kevin stared at Michelle as she entered the gift shop.

❤️ - It’s smart thinking.

*Michelle looked around the area.*

💜 - (lowly) Nothing so far...

*As Michelle walked around, she spotted a plush of a white chicken wearing a pink leotard, lime green gloves, and pink and green leg warmers.*

💜 - If that statue is Glamrock Freddy, I’m guessing you’re Glamrock Chica.

*Unbeknownst to Michelle, a woman with blonde hair wearing a security uniform stood at the opening. The security guard clicked her tongue.*

🔦 - (lowly) Another one? I already got one brat to deal with; I don’t need a teen with weird arms here, too.

*The security guard approached Michelle until she was behind her. When the security guard was close, she tried looking at Michelle.*

🔦 - Hey—

*Michelle screamed a bit before turning to the security guard and punching her with her right fist, and her eyes closed, which made her collapse to the ground. When Michelle opened her eyes, she gasped when she saw the security guard on the ground, with a bruise on her cheek, unconscious; she started panicking.*

💜 - Ah shit; not again!

*Most of the group was confused.*

🧡 - Again?

*When the group turned their heads to the siblings, Katelynn sweatdropped while Kevin turned his head away, snickering and covering his mouth.*

💖 - A similar incident happened in Playcare. Big Brother dared Joseph to jump scare Big Sister; it ended with him with a black eye.

*The group sweatdropped and looked at Michelle as she kneeled and placed her finger against the security guard’s wrist. Soon after, Michelle sighed in relief.*

💜 - She still has a pulse; that’s good...

*When Michelle stood properly, she clenched her fists.*

💜 - But still...

*Michelle glared at the unconscious security guard.*

💜 - That was the stupidest shit you’ve ever done! If I were trying to rob you, approaching me would be the last thing you should do?! You’re lucky I didn’t have my flare hand out, or you would’ve been dead, you fucking moron?!

*Kevin snorted and laughed with dough tears pricking his eyes while hitting his hand against his knee. Soon after, Kevin calmed down and looked at the screen while wiping his dough tears away.*

❤️ - That’s my girl...

*Michelle let out a loud huff and looked around the area.*

💜 - I’d rather not get caught with an assault charge; where can I hide her?

*Soon after, Michelle spotted a janitor’s closet before carrying the security guard under her arms and dragging her toward it. When Michelle was close, she placed her hand on the doorknob and twisted it before opening it. Michelle pulled the security guard into the closet before laying her on the ground. As Michelle stepped out of the closet, she looked at the security guard.*

💜 - (lowly) Hopefully, you weren’t the person who’s supposed to be my ally...

*After Michelle closed the door, she looked at the register and spotted a map, which made her smile.*

💜 - Sweet! That’s just what I needed.

*Michelle went behind the register and grabbed a map before approaching the door.*

💜 - Now I need a suitable place to lay this map on.

*At the raceway, CatNap walked around the area with a hum.*

🌙 - Most peculiar... It’s a racetrack of sorts...

*As CatNap looked around, he spotted the logo ‘Roxy Raceway’ on the wall.*

🌙 - This area is themed to whoever this Roxy is... but that doesn’t matter.

*Unbeknownst to CatNap, someone was staring at him as he looked around.*

🌙 - How can I get to Angel?

*CatNap heard something knock on the ground, which made him turn to a bunch of boxes. CatNap stared at the boxes and quietly approached them. When CatNap looked on the other side, he saw nothing. CatNap heard footsteps, which made him look around before they went quiet.*

🌙 - (in head) I guess I’m not the only one in this place.

*CatNap looked at the boxes and sniffed around them before turning his head to the register area and approaching it.*

🌙 - Whoever you are, I can smell your scent; I won’t harm you if you show yourself.

*As CatNap stood before the register area, he heard a voice.*

??? - You promise?

*CatNap tilted his head.*

🌙 - (in head) It sounds like a boy; definitely younger than Angel...

*CatNap cleared his throat.*

🌙 - Yes, I promise...

*Silence filled the room until CatNap saw hands being placed on the counter. Soon after, CatNap saw a young boy with brown hair, with a bandage on his right cheek, wearing a blue t-shirt with two horizontal white stripes, a white shirt underneath, a watch designed after Glamrock Freddy on his right wrist, tan cargo shorts, white socks, and red and cyan-colored sneakers with dark grey soles stand up. CatNap lowered his head to the boy.*

🌙 - What is your name, child?

*The boy nervously looked at CatNap.*

🩹 - I-I’m Gregory...

*CatNap hummed a bit.*

🌙 - Gregory, huh? It seems like you’re the ally I’ve been looking for.

*As Michelle walked up the steps, she spotted a few bots with white, ovoid-esque heads, peach-pink blush circles below their eyes, a singular segmented metal spine with a chest suit piece, and a singular piece that tapers outwards, ending with two wheels wearing security hats and holding flashlights. Michelle was shocked and quickly hid behind a photo booth machine; she poked her head out and looked at the robots.*

💜 - (in head) They have security robots too, huh? I’ll need to distract these guys...

*Michelle tucked the map in her right pocket before twisting the knob on her right arm, switching it from the Omni-Hand to the orange hand. Michelle approached the other end of the photo booth and aimed her right arm forward before pulling the trigger with her left hand, shooting the flare and hitting the ground. The security bots looked at the flare and approached it. When the security bots were close to the flare, Michelle sprinted away.*

💜 - (lowly) That should distract them for a little while...

*As Michelle turned the corner, she bumped into something, which made her back up and shake her head a bit.*

??? - Are you alright, miss?

*Michelle froze and looked up; she saw Glamrock Freddy standing before her, which made her eyes widen. Michelle aimed her right arm at Glamrock Freddy and placed her hand on the trigger, which made him panic and wave his hands.*

🎤 - H-Hold on, there; I’m not here to hurt you!

*Michelle sternly looked at Glamrock Freddy.*

💜 - You think I’m gonna believe that? I’m not so easily fooled.

*Glamrock Freddy’s ears twitched a bit before looking behind Michelle; he saw an alligator animatronic with a red mohawk wearing black spiked bracelets, yellow star-shaped sunglasses, and purple shoulder pauldrons looking around, growling a bit.*

🐊 - Where are you, you little brat?

*Glamrock Freddy froze.*

🎤 - (lowly) Monty...

*Glamrock Freddy looked at Michelle and placed his hands under her arms, which shocked her.*

💜 - Hey, what are you—

*Glamrock Freddy carried Michelle on his shoulder and sprinted away.*

🎤 - No time to explain, we have to move.

*Michelle realized something and turned her head to Glamrock Freddy, shocked.*

💜 - (in head) He’s carrying me, and I’m not respawning back at the lobby. Then he’s...

*The others stared at Glamrock Freddy, shocked.*

💖 - He’s an ally?

*Author floated toward the group.*

🌟 - That’s right; in this game, Glamrock Freddy is Gregory’s ally.

*Kevin looked at Author.*

❤️ - What about the other animatronics?

*Author shone a bit before a hologram of a person wearing a grinning, bipedal, golden-yellow rabbit wearing a purple vest.*

🌟 - The others are infected with a virus made by this guy, Glitchtrap.

*Soon after, a hologram image of a female wearing a white bunny costume with stitching on it, wearing a bunny mask, and a blue bow.*

🌟 - The first one who got infected with this virus is a woman who goes by the name Vanny. Whether that’s her actual name or a nickname, it doesn’t matter. She managed to infect everyone but Freddy. Their goal was like any other FNAF game: survive until 6.

*At the raceway, Gregory examined CatNap as he eyed him.*

🩹 - What the heck even are you? Are you an animatronic too?

*CatNap looked at Gregory.*

🌙 - I am not... I’m a toy.

*Gregory deadpanned CatNap.*

🩹 - Toys aren’t supposed to talk.

*CatNap glanced away.*

🌙 - (lowly) I’m a special case...

*Gregory crossed his arms.*

🩹 - Then do you have a name?

*CatNap nodded.*

🌙 - I am CatNap...

*Gregory raised his brow.*

🩹 - CatNap? That’s a pretty lame name.

*CatNap rolled his eyes.*

🌙 - I don’t care about your opinion.

*Gregory huffed a bit before looking at his watch and tapping on it.*

🩹 - I’m more of a dog person than a cat person, anyway.

*CatNap glared at Gregory as he dug his claws into the ground.*

🌙 - (in head) Angel, give me patience so I don’t kill this mongrel...

*Inside an enclosed office, Glamrock Freddy looked around the area.*

🎤 - It looks like we’re safe for now...

*Glamrock Freddy placed Michelle on the ground.*

🎤 - Apologies for that...

*Michelle waved her hand.*

💜 - It’s fine; you got me out of danger, so it worked out.

*Glamrock Freddy smiled a bit before his eyes lit up. Horizontal light shot out from Glamrock Freddy’s eyes before moving them up and down Michelle, which surprised her; soon after, the light disappeared.*

🎤 - Scanning complete.

*Glamrock Freddy hummed a bit.*

🎤 - Odd... it seems like you’re not in the guest list either.

*Michelle looked away with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - (in head) I won’t be because I’m not from this dimension.

*Glamrock Freddy looked at Michelle.*

🎤 - What is your name?

*Michelle looked at Glamrock Freddy.*

💜 - The name is Michelle Mercia, but my friends call me Misha.

*Glamrock Freddy hummed a bit.*

🎤 - Misha, huh? What exactly are you doing inside this place?

*Michelle was hesitant and rubbed the back of her neck.*

💜 - Well, you see, my... friend and I got separated from one another and are trying to reunite again.

*Glamrock Freddy hummed.*

🎤 - Your friend, huh? Maybe my friend has come in contact with your friend.

*The duo heard beeping, which surprised Michelle.*

🎤 - Speaking of my friend...

*Soon after, the beeping stopped.*

🩹 - Freddy, are you there?

*Glamrock Freddy nodded.*

🎤 - Yes, Gregory, I’m here; is something wrong?

🩹 - The most bizarre thing happened; I found a giant talking purple cat toy.

*Glamrock Freddy looked baffled.*

🎤 - A giant talking purple cat toy?

*When Glamrock Freddy turned his head to Michelle, she nervously laughed.*

💜 - Would you believe me when I say that’s the friend I’m talking about?

*Glamrock Freddy stared at Michelle before looking forward.*

🎤 - Where are you right now?

🩹 - We’re at Roxy Raceway.

*Glamrock Freddy nodded.*

🎤 - Got it; I have a human who’s friends with that toy. We’ll meet up with you two at Roxy Raceway. Until then, stay safe.

*After the call ended, Michelle pulled the map out of her pocket and laid it on a counter before looking at it.*

💜 - Roxy Raceway, huh?

*Michelle pointed to the entrance as Glamrock Freddy approached her.*

💜 - We’re currently here on the ground floor...

*Soon after, Michelle pointed to Roxy Raceway on the map.*

💜 - And Roxy Raceway is on the second floor.

*Michelle placed her hand against her chin.*

💜 - Getting to them will be tough...

*Glamrock Freddy nodded.*

🎤 - Indeed... especially with no passes; it’ll not be easy to get around.

*Michelle annoyingly sighed.*

💜 - Well, that’s just great...

*Glamrock Freddy looked at Michelle.*

🎤 - Not to worry, though; I know of a way that will take us straight to Roxy Raceway.

*Michelle hummed.*

💜 - Now that’s promising.

*Michelle turned to Glamrock Freddy with stern eyes and held her right arm up.*

💜 - However, if this is some sort of trap—

*Glamrock Freddy held his arms up.*

🎤 - Rest assured, Misha, I will escort you back to your friend safely. I promise...

*Michelle stared at Glamrock Freddy before sighing and lowering her right arm.*

💜 - Alright... I’ll take your word for it.

*Michelle approached the door.*

💜 - C’mon, we shouldn’t keep them waiting.

*Glamrock Freddy nodded as he followed Michelle. After the door opened and Michelle stepped out of the room, her vision started glitching out and turning red a bit, which shocked her. When Michelle looked at the photo booth, her eyes widened when she saw Vanny frolic forward. As Glamrock Freddy walked out, Michelle quickly hid before poking her head out.*

💜 - What the hell was that?

*Glamrock Freddy looked at the photo booth.*

🎤 - That is a photo booth; it’s a machine that takes pictures for—

*Michelle quickly shook her head.*

💜 - Not that.

*Michelle turned her head to Glamrock Freddy.*

💜 - Did you not see her?

*Glamrock Freddy tilted his head, confused.*

🎤 - Her? Unfortunately, no; this scenario sounds similar to the one with Gregory by the fountain.

*Michelle froze and looked forward.*

💜 - (in head) There’s someone in here that the animatronics can’t see, but humans can. Does that mean whoever that person was is a human too with a special power?

*Glamrock Freddy looked at Michelle, concerned.*

🎤 - Are you alright, Misha?

*Michelle shook her head and got out of hiding.*

💜 - I’m fine; if you didn’t see it, then forget it. Let’s just head to Roxy Raceway.

*Glamrock Freddy nodded as the duo went down the steps. The others stared at the screen showing Michelle and Glamrock Freddy. DogDay crossed his arms.*

☀️ - He can’t see it, but she and the rest of us could?

*Matthew nodded.*

🧡 - That’s very bizarre...

*Author floated toward the duo.*

🌟 - That’s because of the virus; it makes animatronics like Freddy unable to see her.

*Katelynn hummed.*

💖 - There’s one thing that’s been bugging me.

*The others looked at Katelynn.*

💖 - Besides CatNap and the animatronics, there’s supposed to be three humans, right?

*Author nodded.*

🌟 - That’s right.

*Katelynn placed her finger against her chin.*

💖 - Then what is Vanny? She showed up minutes after Big Sister knocked out that security guard, while Vanny never showed up when the security guard was behind her.

*Matthew hummed.*

🧡 - Now that you mention it, you do make a valid point.

*The group realized something and looked at the screen.*

☀️ - Then does that mean...

*Kevin growled a bit.*

❤️ - That security guard and Vanny are the same damn person.

*Kevin clenched his fists and trembled a bit.*

❤️ - And we can’t even relay the other two that kind of information.

*Katelynn looked at Kevin, concerned, before placing her hand against his arm, which made him look at her. Kevin sighed a bit before looking at the screen with Michelle and Glamrock Freddy on it, concerned.*

❤️ - (in head) Please be careful, Misha...

*At Roxy Raceway, Gregory sighed a bit as he lowered his right arm and turned to CatNap.*

🩹 - Apparently, Freddy found your friend, and they’re heading to Roxy Raceway.

*CatNap had happy eyes and wagged his tail.*

🌙 - They found Angel; I’m glad...

*Gregory huffed a bit and crossed his arms.*

🩹 - I didn’t think you had someone looking for you. I bet they’re probably as weird as—

*CatNap’s tail destroyed a few boxes, which made Gregory flinch.*

🌙 - What was it you were about to say about my Angel?

*Gregory looked away with a sweatdrop.*

🩹 - Uh... forget what I said...

*Gregory looked at the destroyed boxes.*

🩹 - (in head) Note to self, don’t insult his friend...

*CatNap’s ears twitched a bit before turning to the back with his ears pointed back.*

🌙 - Someone’s coming.

*Gregory looked at the back and saw Glamrock Chica and a wolf animatronic with a long silver mane with a green streak, green claws on her hands, and purple claws on her feet, wearing a red crop top, hot pants, purple arm and leg warmers, and red shoulder pads.*

🍕 - Where are you~?

🐺 - There is nowhere to hide.

*Gregory froze.*

🩹 - It’s Glamrock Chica and Roxanne Wolf; they’re after me.

*CatNap hummed.*

🌙 - I see...

*CatNap wrapped his tail around Gregory, which shocked him, before lifting him and placing him on his back.

🌙 - You should consider this a great honor; I only let Angel and the smaller toys ride on my back.

*The animatronics looked at CatNap.*

🍕 - What is that? A cat?

*Roxanne Wolf readied her claws.*

🐺 - I don’t care about some dumb cat; that brat is on its back. We gotta take that thing down to get to him.

*CatNap growled and extended his claws.*

🌙 - If you think you can kill me that easily, you’re either brave or ignorant; you’ll regret it with your life.

*Under the pizzaplex, Michelle and Glamrock Freddy were walking forward. Michelle looked around the area.*

💜 - It makes sense that a place this big would have utility tunnels. And this area can lead us to Roxy Raceway?

*Glamrock Freddy nodded.*

🎤 - That’s correct.

*Michelle hummed and nodded.*

💜 - Don’t worry, CatNap; I’ll reunite with you soon.

*As Glamrock Freddy examined Michelle, she glanced at him.*

💜 - Is there something you want to ask?

*Glamrock Freddy flinched a bit and looked forward.*

🎤 - Uh, well... there’s something I’d like to ask you.

*Glamrock Freddy looked down.*

🎤 - Though... it may be a sensitive topic...

*Michelle stared at Glamrock Freddy before looking forward.*

💜 - It’s about my arms, isn’t it?

*Glamrock Freddy looked at Michelle, surprised, before nodding.*

🎤 - (lowly) Yes...

*Michelle sighed a bit as she placed her left hand under her right arm and lifted it a bit.*

💜 - Well, there was an... accident that happened a while back. I somehow lived after the accident, but I lost my arms because of it.

*Glamrock Freddy stared at Michelle, shocked, before looking down with a frown, and his ears lowering.*

🎤 - I’m so sorry that you went through that...

*Michelle turned her head to Glamrock Freddy before smiling a bit.*

💜 - Thank you for the sincerity.

*Glamrock Freddy nodded as he looked around; soon after, he spotted something.*

🎤 - There’s a bag up ahead.

*Michelle looked forward and saw a long duffel bag before approaching it. When Michelle was close to the bag, she twisted the knob, switching from the orange hand to the Omni-Hand before crouching to it. Michelle opened the duffel bag and saw a Glamrock Freddy-themed miniature golf club before pulling it out.

💜 - (lowly) This could be useful...

*Unbeknownst to Michelle, Montgomery Gator stood before a fenced gate before punching it, which made her look at him with widened eyes and collapse on her butt.*

🐊 - You’re not the brat I’m looking for, but you’ll do nicely. Come here!

*As Montgomery Gator reached for Michelle, Glamrock Freddy charged toward him and tackled him to the ground. Michelle looked at Glamrock Freddy, shocked, before standing up.*

💜 - Freddy!

*Glamrock Freddy turned his head to Michelle as Montgomery Gator struggled.*

🎤 - Go on ahead; I’ll catch up!

*Michelle was shocked.*

💜 - But—

🎤 - I’ll be fine; just get to your friend!

*Michelle looked at Glamrock Freddy, concerned, before looking down. Michelle clenched the miniature golf club’s handle with her right hand before sprinting away.*

💜 - Be careful!

*When Michelle was out of sight, Montgomery Gator growled at Glamrock Freddy before pushing him off. Glamrock Freddy took a fighting stance as Montgomery Gator stood up.*

🐊 - You’ll regret that, Freddy.

*Glamrock Freddy was determined as Montgomery Gator charged toward him.*

🎤 - (in head) Stay safe, Misha, and find your friend.

*At Roxy Raceway, Glamrock Chica hit the wall hard before sliding down and collapsing on the ground. Roxanne Wolf crashed into a few boxes before hitting the ground. CatNap tried catching his breath.*

🌙 - (lowly) That takes care of them for now...

*CatNap wrapped his tail around Gregory before placing him on the ground.*

🌙 - We should be safe, for now.

*Gregory nodded.*

🩹 - I hope so...

*The duo’s vision started glitching out and turning red a bit, which shocked them. The duo looked forward and saw Vanny holding a kitchen knife.*

🔪 - There you are...

*Gregory’s eyes widened as Vanny walked forward.*

🩹 - Vanny...

*CatNap charged toward Vanny.*

🌙 - I don’t know who you are, but I can tell you’re dangerous. Even though Angel doesn’t like this, I must end you.

*CatNap tried swiping at Vanny with his claws, but she swiftly dodged him.*

🔪 - I don’t care about you.

*As CatNap turned to Vanny, she tackled Gregory to the ground.*

🔪 - I care about ending this one’s life.

*Gregory panicked and struggled.*

🩹 - Help me, CatNap!

*Roxanne Wolf slowly got up and looked at CatNap before reaching out to him.*

🌙 - Greg—

*Unbeknownst to CatNap, Roxanne Wolf touched his leg, which caused him to disappear. The group looked at the screen, shocked; DogDay sternly looked at Author.*

☀️ - What happened to Catnap?

*Author looked at DogDay.*

🌟 - He got touched by Roxy. If they touch you, you’ll disappear, and then respawn back to your last location. Luckily for CatNap, his spawn point is at Roxy Raceway; he’ll just have to wait for thirty seconds.

*The group looked at the screen, worried.*

🧡 - That boy will be dead in thirty seconds.

*Katelynn covered her eyes with her hands.*

💖 - I can’t watch...

*Gregory was shocked before looking at Vanny in a panic as she raised her knife. Before Vanny could do anything, they heard a voice.*

💜 - Hey, bitch!

*When Vanny turned her head to the back, she saw Michelle with the miniature golf club raised.*

💜 - Fore!

*Michelle swung the miniature golf club against Vanny’s head, which knocked her back and collapse on the ground. Some of the group made ‘tss’ noises while others cringed.*

☀️ - (lowly) That’s gonna leave a mark.

*Katelynn uncovered her eyes and saw Michelle, which made her smile and wag her tail.*

💖 - Big Sister!

*Kevin smiled.*

❤️ - Nice going, Misha.

*Gregory sat up and looked at Michelle as she dropped the miniature golf club.*

🩹 - (lowly) Whoa...

*Michelle turned her head to Gregory.*

💜 - You OK, kid?

*Gregory nodded as he got up.*

🩹 - Yeah, I’m fine thanks to you. I’m guessing you’re Angel?

*Michelle giggled a bit.*

💜 - That’s a nickname CatNap calls me.

*Michelle turned to Gregory and held her hand out.*

💜 - My full name is Michelle Mercia, but I let people call me Misha.

*Gregory looked at Michelle’s hand before placing his in hers and shaking it.*

🩹 - I’m Gregory.

*After the duo let go, Gregory hugged Michelle, which surprised her.*

🩹 - Thank you, Misha...

*Michelle smiled and petted Gregory’s head.*

💜 - Don’t mention it.

*Vanny slowly got up, which made the duo look at her.*

💜 - Get behind me, kid.

*Gregory nodded and hid behind Michelle as they stepped back. A red stain formed on Vanny’s head, which made her place her hand against it.*

🔪 - (lowly) That’s twice now...

*Vanny got up and gave the duo a death glare before approaching them.*

🔪 - I’ll kill the older one first, then I’ll deal with the kid...

*Michelle gritted her teeth.*

💜 - (in head) Damn it, this isn’t good...

*Michelle looked up and saw the ledge of the upper floor. When Michelle looked forward, she saw CatNap reappear at Roxy Raceway, which made her grin on the inside.*

💜 - (in head) Perfect timing, and it doesn’t look like she noticed...

*Michelle kneeled to Gregory, which surprised him.*

💜 - Hold onto me tight, and cover your nose.

*Gregory nodded as he got on Michelle’s back and held his nose. Michelle stood up and aimed at the ledge with her left arm. The blue hand shot from Michelle’s wrist and grabbed the ledge before she pulled them up; she looked at CatNap.*

💜 - CatNap!

*CatNap looked at Michelle as she covered her nose with her right hand.*

💜 - (with her nose held) Smoke the bitch!

*CatNap had devious eyes as a bit of Red Smoke came out of his mouth.

🌙 - With pleasure, Angel.

*When Vanny turned to CatNap, he blew Red Smoke in her direction, which filled the lower floor. Gregory looked at the Red Smoke, shocked.*

🩹 - (with his nose held) What is that stuff?

*Michelle looked at the lower floor.*

💜 - (with her nose held) That’s Red Smoke; if you inhale it, you’ll be put to sleep in an instant.

*Gregory looked at Michelle.*

🩹 - (with his nose held) But how did you know that would affect her?

*Michelle turned her head to Gregory.*

💜 - (with her nose held) Well, unless animatronics have red mechanical fluids in their bodies, the spot on the side of her head was definitely blood.

*Gregory was shocked and looked at the lower floor.*

🩹 - (with his nose held) That makes sense.

*When the Red Smoke cleared up, the duo saw CatNap standing before an unconscious Vanny; he looked at the duo.*

🌙 - It’s safe to come down, Angel.

*Michelle nodded as she let go of the ledge, which shocked Gregory. The air jets on Michelle’s braces activated, which slowed her fall before she landed on the ground. Michelle kneeled on the ground, which made Gregory let go and land on the ground.*

🎤 - Gregory!

*Gregory turned to the back and saw Glamrock Freddy with scratch marks all over him, sprinting toward the group. Gregory smiled and sprinted toward Glamrock Freddy.*

🩹 - Freddy!

*When the duo was close, they hugged one another.*

🎤 - I’m glad you’re alright, superstar.

*When the duo separated, Gregory looked at the scratch marks on Glamrock Freddy.*

🩹 - What happened to you?

*Glamrock Freddy looked at Gregory.*

🎤 - I got in a little tussle with Monty, but eventually, he collapsed out of nowhere.

*Gregory looked down.*

🩹 - (lowly) I see...

*Glamrock Freddy looked at Gregory, concerned.*

🎤 - Is something wrong, Gregory?

*Gregory hugged Glamrock Freddy, which shocked him.*

🩹 - I’m just glad you’re alright...

*Glamrock Freddy smiled and hugged Gregory; Michelle looked at the duo with a smile. CatNap approached Michelle and lowered his head to her.*

🌙 - Angel...

*Michelle turned to CatNap with a smile before turning his head to the duo as they let go.*

💜 - Well then, I think it’s time we part ways.

*As Michelle held her hand out to CatNap, Gregory sprinted toward her.*

🩹 - Wait!

*When Michelle turned to Gregory, he hugged her, which surprised her.*

🩹 - If you hadn’t saved me from Vanny, I would’ve been dead; I can’t thank you enough...

*Michelle smiled a bit and wrapped her arms around Gregory.*

💜 - Don’t mention it, kid.

*After Gregory let go, Michelle turned to CatNap and placed her hand against his head, which made them disappear. Gregory looked forward.*

🩹 - I won’t forget you...

*Glamrock Freddy stood properly and looked at Gregory, confused.*

🎤 - Forget who?

*Gregory looked at Glamrock Freddy, surprised.*

🩹 - Seriously? How did you forget Mi—

*Gregory flinched before looking down and placing his hand against his head; Glamrock Freddy looked at him, concerned.*

🎤 - Are you alright, Gregory?

*Gregory turned his head to the back and looked at the miniature golf club on the floor. Soon after, Gregory shook his head.*

🩹 - I’m fine; forget what I said...

*Glamrock Freddy nodded as they left Roxy Raceway. In the lounge area, Michelle and CatNap reappeared; the mini Smiling Critters turned to the duo with a smile and quickly approached them.*

🌈 - Welcome back!

*Michelle smiled and kneeled to the mini Smiling Critters.*

💜 - Good to be back.

*The larger toys approached the duo.*

🧡 - I’m glad both of you made it back in one piece.

*DogDay looked at CatNap.*

☀️ - You did an impressive job protecting that boy, especially since he annoyed you at the beginning.

*CatNap sighed a bit.*

🌙 - It took a lot of willpower out of me not to harm the boy. Luckily, I thought about Angel while talking to him.

*As Michelle stood properly, Katelynn wrapped her arms around her and wagged her tail.*

💖 - You were awesome out there, Big Sister!

*Kevin nodded in agreement.*

❤️ - I’ll admit, it was kind of rough for me to watch, but I expected nothing less from you.

*Kevin snorted and covered his mouth while trying not to laugh.*

❤️ - Especially when you knocked that night guard out with your fist.

*Michelle blushed and looked at Kevin.*

💜 - Wait, you saw that?!

*Katelynn looked down with a sweatdrop.*

💖 - (lowly) Unfortunately, all of us did...

*The group nodded in agreement, which made Michelle’s face red before she covered it with her hands, embarrassed.*

💜 - (lowly) Well, that’s just great...

*As some of the group laughed, Author stared at the screen of Gregory and Glamrock Freddy before it disappeared.*

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*Yarnaby tilted his head, confused.*

🦁 - Burnt away? My mane isn’t burnt; only covered in dirt... (lowly) and possibly dried blood from dead toys...

*Yarnaby looked down.*

🦁 - And it gets tangled pretty often; the Doctor would brush my mane if I get bad knots.

*Yarnaby looked forward with bright eyes.*

🦁 - But I don’t mind them; they allowed me to spend some time with him when things are quiet. And I can’t wait to do the same thing with Master.

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💜 - Well... there are a lot of things I like about the toys.

💜 - Huggy has been with me from the start of this journey inside the factory, even though he was kinda observing me and pursuing me at the beginning. But after that, his sweet side came out, and he’s been protecting me the best he can. He’s definitely one of my top ten favorite toys.

*Michelle placed her hand against her chest.*

💜 - The Mommy Long Legs toy was the second toy I bought in the factory, and that holds a special place in my heart. But when I saw Mommy in person, my initial thought was ‘scary spider’, but eventually, I grew on her, mostly because of her motherly nature.

*Michelle smiled.*

💜 - Bunzo has been like a little brother to me. Compared to the boys I’ve been around in a few foster homes, Bunzo is a hundred times better than them; they were dicks.

💜 - The Mini Huggies are cute little creatures that act like cats, and even though I lost a lot of times at Statues, I love PJ; his face is cute.

*Michelle removed her hand from her chest and rubbed the back of her neck.*

💜 - I never got to meet Kissy during my time at the factory as a kid, but throughout the journey, she’s much like her toy counterpart: sweet and caring. And I think her dynamic with Huggy is really cute.

*Michelle held her hand out.*

💜 - The first time I saw a form of the Smiling Critters was their TV show back in my orphanage, and I was a huge fan of it; it sucks that it got canceled after the whole CatNap plush incident. But still, I loved their characteristics: DogDay’s cheery personality, CatNap’s calm nature, Bobby’s caring heart, Hoppy’s energetic spirit, Kickin’s cool vibes, Bubba’s intelligent mind, Crafty’s artistic imagination, and Picky’s helpful attitude.

💜 - When I first met our orphanage’s Miss Delight, she gave me a bit of creepy vibes, but much like Mommy, I warmed up to her, and she’s really kind.

💜 - Now Doey... the first time I saw him was in a commercial, and that catchy jingle playing would always get me to sing it.

*Michelle looked down with a slight frown and crossed her arms.*

💜 - And after the incident, he was the first toy that caught my eyes, and I had to get him... he’s brought me comfort ever since, and it had to be a coincidence that Kevin was a part of Doey.

*Michelle looked forward with a smile.*

💜 - I also believe a year after I saw Doey’s commercial, they decided to release Suzy’s commercial; her cheery and bubbly personality always made me smile when I saw her.

💜 - The first time I saw Yarnaby, I loved his mane; the vibrant rainbow color fits him so well.

💜 - And while I never owned a Pianosaurus toy or a Boogie Bot toy, I love the music they play.

💜 - As for the Nightmare Critters, they were a nuisance at the beginning, but I’m kinda warming up to the ones in my group.

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*Author stared at the dare in a separate area before looking forward.*

🌟 - I’ll let this slide for now, but I’d appreciate it if your requests are worded to the group because this is a Poppy Playtime blog, not a Five Nights at Freddy’s blog.

*Author flew forward until they saw the group.*

🌟 - Now then, let’s get this dare started.

*Author started shining until a portal appeared on the roof. The group looked at the portal before the larger toys stood before the smaller toys; Michelle stared at the portal.*

💜 - (in head) What’s going on? Isn’t that portal how we got here?

*Soon after, animatronics started falling from the roof before hitting the ground. As Michelle and CatNap looked at the group, they saw Glamrock Freddy sit up and shake his head, which shocked them.*

💜 & 🌙 - Freddy!

*Glamrock Freddy looked at the duo and stood up before approaching them.*

🎤 - Oh! Misha and CatNap, it’s good to see you.

*Glamrock Freddy looked at the group when he was close.*

🎤 - And this must be your group; how wonderful.

*Glamrock Freddy looked around.*

🎤 - By the way... where are we exactly?

*Michelle sweatdropped and rubbed the back of her neck.*

💜 - It’s, uh... a long story...

*Michelle realized something and tilted her head.*

💜 - Hang on, where’s Gregory at?

🩹 - I’m in here!

*The group was shocked and looked around until the Glamrock Freddy’s chest compartment opened, which made them look at it. Soon after, Gregory came out of Glamrock Freddy’s chest compartment before smiling and waving.*

🩹 - Hey!

*Michelle smiled.*

💜 - Hey, kiddo.

*Gregory sprinted toward Michelle and hugged her.*

🩹 - It’s good to see you again.

*Michelle smiled and petted Gregory’s head.*

💜 - Likewise...

*Mommy Long Legs lowered her head to the humans and cooed, which made Gregory flinch.*

🕷️ - Well, aren’t you an adorable little boy...

*Gregory was slightly nervous until Michelle patted his head, which made him look at her.*

💜 - Don’t worry, she’s friendly, especially towards kids.

*Gregory sighed a bit.*

🩹 - (lowly) That’s good to know...

*Kevin turned his head to the group as they started getting up before looking at them with stern eyes.*

❤️ - Misha.

*When Michelle looked at Kevin, his claws sharpened.*

❤️ - Make sure the kid is close to you.

*A shadow covered the group, which shocked them. When Michelle looked up, her eyes widened when she saw a giant spider-like animatronic with large black eyes and keyboard teeth wearing a tophat and red and yellow headphones.*

💜 - What... is that?

*Glamrock Freddy looked at the spider-like animatronic.*

🎤 - That’s DJ Music Man; he’s a nice fellow.

*Gregory looked away.*

🩹 - (lowly) Even though he attacked me at Fazcade...

*Kevin glared at the group.*

❤️ - He may be a giant target, but he’s not the one to look out for.

*Michelle looked forward and saw Vanny look around the area. Soon after, a dark yellow and olive animatronic suit with an exposed human jawbone, sharp claws, and pitch black eyes and glowing purple pupils stood up and looked around before locking its eyes on the humans. The animatronic pointed at Gregory while Vanny looked at them and raised her knife.*

🔥 & 🔪 - You...

*Michelle glared at the duo and held Gregory close. Soon after, the duo charged toward the group, which made the larger toys take fighting stances. Ropes of light wrapped around the duo before they collapsed on the ground, which shocked the larger group.*

🌟 - I don’t think so.

*Author floated down near the group and looked at the duo.*

🌟 - Trying to kill someone in my domain is strictly forbidden. If you do that again...

*The light around Author started turning red.*

🌟 - (in a demonic-like voice) There will be consequences...

*The group stared at Author, shocked, as they returned to normal. Author floated toward Vaggy.*

🌟 - As for you...

*Author started shining bright, which made the group cover their eyes. When the light died down, the group uncovered their eyes and were shocked when they saw the security guard lying on the ground and Glitchtrap restrained in the light ropes.*

👾 - How is this possible...?

*Author looked at Glitchtrap.*

🌟 - This is my domain, remember? I can pretty much do anything in my area.

*Glitchtrap turned his head to the animatronics.*

👾 - Hey! Come to me and release me from these binds!

*The animatronics looked around the area and did nothing, which shocked Glitchtrap.*

👾 - What...?

*Author floated close to Glitchtrap.*

🌟 - In my domain, your control over that security guard and the animatronics has no effect. Therefore, you’re powerless.

*Glitchtrap looked down.*

👾 - (lowly) This can’t be...

*The security guard groaned a bit before slowly standing up, which made the group look at her.*

🎤 - Officer Vanessa.

*Vanessa slowly got up and rubbed her head.*

🔦 - (lowly) Ugh, my head...

*When Vanessa looked at the group, she was shocked.*

🔦 - What’s going on?

*When Vanessa’s eyes landed on Michelle, they became stern, which made her flinch.*

🔦 - You...

*Vanessa approached the humans and pointed at Michelle.*

🔦 - You were the delinquent in the gift shop who punched me in the face! Y’know, I should call the—

*Kevin got in Vanessa’s face and growled with his fangs showing, which shocked her and made her step back.*

❤️ - I’d watch your words carefully if I were you, lady. You’re not in a good spot to make threats.

*Vanessa looked at the larger toys and noticed their glares, which made her flinch. After Gregory let go of Michelle, she approached Kevin and petted his head, which made him look at her.*

💜 - Thank you for that, but I’ll take it from here.

*Kevin stared at Michelle before nodding, which calmed the other toys down as she approached Vanessa.*

💜 - Listen, Ms., uh...

*Vanessa crossed her arms.*

🔦 - Vanessa is fine...

*Michelle nodded.*

💜 - Right, Vanessa, I apologize for punching you back at the gift shop. I get spooked easily if someone approaches me from behind.

*Michelle bowed her head to Vanessa.*

💜 - I know it’s not much, but I’m really sorry...

*Vanessa stared at Michelle before sighing and rubbing the back of her neck.*

🔦 - It’s fine... thinking about it now, I could’ve gone about it differently.

*Michelle smiled a bit as the animatronics approached the group.*

🐺 - Where are we? This area doesn’t look like the pizzaplex.

*Author looked at the animatronics.*

🌟 - You guys are in my domain. A requester wanted you guys to meet Misha’s group for a dare.

*The animatronics looked at one another before looking at the large group.*

🍕 - I guess there’s not much we can do about that.

*Montgomery Gator lowered his sunglasses a bit, revealing red eyes, and sternly looked at the group.*

🐊 - As long as there aren’t any problems with this group, we should be alright.

*Kevin glared at Montgomery Gator and approached him until he stood before him and got in his face.*

❤️ - Funny, I was just about to say the same thing to your group.

*Kevin and Montgomery Gator glared at one another with growls until a yellow jester-like animatronic with its head shaped like the sun, wearing yellow pants with maroon stripes and bells on its wrists, leaped out of the group and landed near Gregory and Michelle, which surprised them. The jester-like animatronic turned to the duo.*

🌞 - Well, how do you do? I don’t think we’ve formally met.*

*The jester-like animatronic bowed.*

🌞 - I’m the pizzaplex’s Daycare Attendant, but you can call me Sun. Care to tell me your name, young lady?

*Michelle looked at Sun with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - It’s Michelle Mercia, or Misha if you’d like.

*Sun hummed and nodded.*

🌞 - It’s very nice to meet you, Misha. I think we’ll have a fun time with your group.

*Sun held one finger up.*

🌞 - Just as long as the lights stay on.

*The larger group looked at Sun, confused.*

💜 - What does that mean?

*Gregory looked at the group.*

🩹 - He’s got another form called Moon whenever the lights are off.

*Author circled Sun with a hum.*

🌟 - Another form you say? Luckily, this area doesn’t go dark unless I make it so, but it seems a little unfair if we don’t see your other half.

*Author started shining bright, which made the group cover their eyes. Soon after, the light disappeared; when the group uncovered their eyes, they saw Sun and a blue and white jester-like animatronic with its head shaped like a white crescent moon wearing a sleeping cap, bells on its wrists, and puffy blue pants with yellow stars on them. Gregory was shocked and hid behind Michelle.*

🩹 - Oh no...!

*The jester-like animatronic looked around.*

🌛 - What’s the meaning of this...

*Author floated next to the jester-like animatronic.*

🌟 - You must be Moon; welcome to my domain.

*Moon turned his head to Sun before looking at Author.*

🌛 - This is your doing...?

*Author nodded.*

🌟 - That’s right; it didn’t seem fair if you were the only one who didn’t meet the group. All I say is that you be on your best behavior.

*Author floated toward a struggling Glitchtrap and Burntrap.*

🌟 - Unless you want to be wrapped up like these two.

*Moon stared at the duo before nodding.*

🌛 - Very well...

*Author shone a bit.*

🌟 - Excellent! Now that we’ve got everything settled, you should mingle with one another.

*Author floated over Glitchtrap and Burntrap.*

🌟 - Just don’t do anything stupid like these two.

*Light surrounded Burntrap and Glitchtrap before they started floating, which surprised the large group. Author flew away from the group, which made the duo follow them. The groups looked at one another before approaching the lobby area. Author set Glitchtrap and Burntrap on the ground.*

🌟 - There we go. Even though your influence has no effect in my domain, you won’t be bothering either group.

*The duo looked at Author.*

🔥 - What’s... your... endgame...?

*Author looked at the duo.*

🌟 - Whatever do you mean?

*Glitchtrap looked at Author.*

👾 - You may act like a saint, but eventually you’ll get bored with your playthings and dispose of them like garbage.

*Author stared at Glitchtrap.*

🌟 - That’s rich coming from a guy who gets a kick out of killing children.

*The light around Author turned red.*

🌟 - Let’s make something clear... never call them ‘playthings’. I like to think of myself as a hotel owner and Misha’s group as the guests. I may be using them for entertainment, but I’m not as cruel as you two. I don’t get rid of any of my guests.

*Author got close to the duo.*

🌟 - Getting rid of scum like you two, on the other hand...

*Burntrap looked at Author.*

🔥 - I... always—

🌟 - Yeah, yeah, I know your stick.

*Author sighed as they returned to normal.*

🌟 - And you’re lucky that I can’t kill you; that would disrupt a lot of things.

*Author looked at the duo.*

🌟 - So for the time being, you guys are staying bound to those light ropes until it’s time for you to leave.

*In the lounge area, some of the smaller toys stared at DJ Music Man, scared; he lay on the ground before he started playing music, which surprised them. The smaller toys looked at one another until Bunzo Bunny approached DJ Music Man. Bunzo Bunny turned to the smaller toys with a smile.*

🐰 - C’mon, guys, we shouldn’t miss the opportunity with the music.

*Some of the smaller toys looked at one another before approaching Bunzo Bunny and started dancing. Glamrock Chica examined Katelynn and poked her arm before pulling back, which caused it to jiggle.*

🍕 - Are you made out of jello?

*Katelynn giggled and shook her head.*

💖 - I’m not made out of jello; I’m made out of Suzy Slime.

*Glamrock Chica looked away with a hum.*

🍕 - (lowly) I wonder if that’s edible...

*Katelynn tilted her head, confused. Glamrock Freddy sat beside Matthew with Poppy on his shoulder.*

🎤 - So you two were the ones taking care of the group back at this Safe Haven?

*Poppy gestured to Matthew.*

🟥 - Well, Matthew was more of a caretaker than I was. I helped as much as I could, but then...

*Poppy looked down with a frown.*

🟥 - The Prototype took me away and placed me in an awful case. If I were smarter and more nimble, I could’ve escaped the Prototype’s grasp.

*Matthew and Glamrock Freddy looked at Poppy with slight frowns. Matthew petted Poppy’s head, which made her look at him.*

🧡 - Don’t be hard on yourself, Poppy. No one could’ve predicted what the Prototype would do. All we can do now is fix the things present to us.

*Poppy stared at Matthew before smiling a bit.*

🟥 - Thank you, Matthew.

*Matthew smiled.*

🧡 - Anytime...

*Roxanne Wolf stood with KickinChicken and Hoppy Hopscotch and growled a bit.*

🐺 - There’s nothing to do here; how does everyone live in here without getting bored?

*Hoppy Hopscotch looked at Roxanne Wolf.*

⚡️ - Usually, we ask Author for things if we ever get bored.

*Hoppy Hopscotch remembered something and looked at KickinChicken.*

⚡️ - Hey Kickin’, you said you asked Author to give you a soccer ball, right?

*KickinChicken remembered.*

⭐️ - Oh yeah! It should be in that toybox; I’ll get it.

*KickinChicken quickly approached the toybox and grabbed the soccer ball out of it before turning to the duo’s direction.*

⭐️ - Hoppy, catch!

*KickinChicken tossed the soccer ball in Hoppy Hopscotch’s direction, which made her catch it. Hoppy Hopscotch looked at the ball with happy eyes.*

⚡️ - Alright!

*Hoppy Hopscotch let go of the ball before she started kicking it up; she looked at Roxanne Wolf.*

⚡️ - You’re up, Roxy.

*Hoppy Hopscotch kicked the soccer ball in Roxanne Wolf’s direction. Roxanne Wolf stopped the soccer ball with her chest before she started kicking it and doing tricks. As KickinChicken approached the duo, Roxanne Wolf looked at him.*

🐺 - You’re up, bird guy.

*Roxanne Wolf kicked the soccer ball in KickinChicken’s direction, which made him stop it with his chest. As the trio continued playing with the soccer ball, Moon watched them from a distance. CatNap stood beside Moon, which made him look at him.*

🌙 - I’m guessing this is something you’re not used to.

*Moon stared at CatNap before looking forward.*

🌛 - You’re right; it’s not...

*Moon turned his head into the lobby area and saw Sun sitting on the ground with a few smaller toys near the small table. A mini CraftyCorn held a drawing out to Sun, which made him look at it and take it.*

🌞 - Wow! That’s a lovely drawing.

*The mini CraftyCorn looked at Sun with happy eyes; Moon stared at him.*

🌛 - Sun and I have been one being for a long time.

*Moon looked down.*

🌛 - Now that we’re separated... I don’t know what to do...

*CatNap hummed and looked forward, which made Moon look at him.*

🌙 - No one knows what to do next. Some will try to plan the next steps, while others will, as they say, ‘go with the flow’...

*Moon felt something touch his legs, which made him look down; he saw a mini PickyPiggy, a mini Bobby BearHug, and a Mini Bubba Bubbaphant, looking at him with bright eyes.*

🌙 - But for the time being, we should focus on what happens right now.

*Moon stared at the trio before crouching.*

🌛 - Hello, little ones... would you like to play with me?

*The trio nodded as they placed their hands in Moon’s hand before pulling him forward; CatNap was amused before following behind. Michelle, Gregory, with a mini DogDay in his lap, and Vanessa sat on the floor and looked at the toys.*

🔦 - So you’ve been helping these guys inside an abandoned toy factory of all places.

*Michelle nodded.*

💜 - Yeah... the people who used to run the company were... not so great...

*Mommy Long Legs lowered her head to Michelle, which made her pet her head.*

💜 - There were things that we lost inside that factory, but we always had each other.

*Vanessa hummed a bit while Gregory petted the mini DogDay’s head.*

🔦 - (lowly) I see...

*As Gregory looked around, he looked in Jack’s direction and noticed the tape over his mouth before looking at Michelle.*

🩹 - Why does he have tape over his mouth?

*Michelle looked in Jack’s direction.*

💜 - Well, a few dares back, he didn’t want to answer the question given to him, so he’s got that tape over his mouth for five asks or dares.

*Gregory tilted his head.*

🩹 - Then, does this dare count as his, too?

*Michelle placed her hand against her chin with a hum.*

💜 - (lowly) Good question...

*Michelle whistled to Jack, which made him turn to the trio. Michelle made a ‘come hither’ motion, which made Jack nod and approach the duo. When Jack was close, Michelle cupped her hands around her mouth.*

💜 - Hey, Author!

*Author appeared in front of the group, which surprised Gregory and Vanessa.*

🌟 - Yes?

*Michelle looked at Jack.*

💜 - Does this dare count for his tape punishment?

*Author hummed.*

🌟 - Well, the way the request was written would make me assume that it meant for the entire group. So, let’s say it does.

*Michelle smiled.*

💜 - Well, how about that?

*Michelle petted Jack’s head.*

💜 - One down and four more to go for you.

*Jack had happy eyes until they heard a voice.*

💖 - Stop it now, Big Brother!

*The group looked forward and saw Katelynn holding Kevin back as he menacingly glared at Montgomery Gator, who was looking away with his arms crossed, with his body bubbling; Glamrock Chica angrily looked at him with crossed arms. The group was shocked and quickly got up before approaching them.*

🍕 - You need to apologize right now, Monty!

*Montgomery Gator remained silent as Michelle approached the siblings, while Gregory and Vanessa approach Glamrock Chica.*

💜 - What happened?

*Katelynn looked at Michelle.*

💖 - Uh, well...

*Kevin growled.*

❤️ - This asshole thinks it’s a wise idea to shove Katie to the floor?!

*Vanessa looked at Montgomery Gator.*

🔦 - Is that true?

*Montgomery Gator huffed a bit.*

🐊 - It’s not my fault the klutz didn’t look where she was going.

*Kevin snarled as his body boiled.*

❤️ - You disrespectful piece of shit, I’ll—

*Michelle quickly grabbed Kevin’s head and lowered it to her level.*

💜 - Hey, hey; ignore him and look at me.

*Kevin looked at Michelle.*

💜 - I know that you’re very angry at what Monty did; hearing all of that made me furious, too.

*Michelle started petting Kevin’s head.*

💜 - But we can’t lose our tempers in this place.

*Michelle gestured to Glitchtrap and Burntrap.*

💜 - You saw what Author did to those two; don’t be like them.

*Kevin stared at Michelle before closing his eyes and taking a deep breath. After Kevin exhaled, his body stopped boiling, which made Michelle smile and let go of his head.*

💜 - Are you feeling better?

*Kevin huffed a bit.*

❤️ - (lowly) Somewhat...

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - Are you still pissed that he shoved Katie?

*Kevin nodded.*

❤️ - Yes, but not so much that I want to tear him to pieces.

*Montgomery Gator thought of something before grinning at Kevin.*

🐊 - Then, how about we settle things?

*Kevin looked at Montgomery Gator with a raised brow.*

❤️ - Settle them how?

*Montgomery Gator held his right arm out.*

🐊 - Since we can’t kill each other in this place, why don’t we arm wrestle for it?

*Kevin crossed his arms.*

❤️ - Arm wrestling? Seriously?

*Montgomery Gator looked at Michelle.*

🐊 - If you’re feeling too chicken about it, I don’t mind arm wrestling the girl.

*Kevin stood before Michelle and growled as his body bubbled.*

❤️ - Don’t involve her... your deal is with me, jackass.

*Kevin pointed at Montgomery Gator.*

❤️ - And I accept your challenge.

*Montgomery Gator grinned.*

🐊 - Excellent.

*After Kevin’s body stopped bubbling, Author flew close to the duo.*

🌟 - An arm wrestling challenge, you say?

*Soon after, an arm wrestling table appeared out of thin air.*

🌟 - Then we’ll need a suitable area for this occasion.

*Most of the group surrounded the table as Kevin and Montgomery Gator approached it.*

🍕 - Good luck, Monty!

*Katelynn smiled and wagged her tail.*

💖 - You got this, Big Brother!

*Author floated near the table as Kevin and Montgomery Gatory faced one another.*

🌟 - The rules are simple: Each player must keep their elbows on the table and the knuckle of the thumb visible, while the other hand must hold the peg. The first one to make the opponent’s arm hit the table is the winner. Your elbows must remain on the pad, and your wrists must be straight. If you remove your elbow from the pad or bend your wrist, that’s a foul, and we’ll reset. Using your weight as an advantage is also a foul; your shoulders must never cross the center line. Two fouls will lead to disqualification.

*Kevin and Montgomery Gator squared their shoulders before placing their elbows on the pad. When the duo held hands, they held the pegs with the other hand. Author floated to the center of the table before lowering down until they were on the duo’s hands.

🌟 - Are you two ready?

*Montgomery Gator grinned at Kevin.*

🐊 - You’re going down, dough boy.

*Kevin glared at Montgomery Gator with a growl.*

❤️ - In your dreams, you stupid alligator.

*Author nodded.*

🌟 - Then this match begins...

*Author quickly floated up.*

🌟 - Now!

*Kevin and Montgomery Gator started arm wrestling; most of the group was cheering.*

⭐️ - C’mon, Kev, kick his ass!

🐺 - Show the clay guy what you can do, Monty!

*Montgomery Gator started moving Kevin’s arm to his side. Kevin gritted his teeth while Montgomery Gator grinned.*

❤️ - (in head) Damn it, this isn’t good...

*When Kevin glanced at the crowd, he spotted Michelle, cupping her hands around her mouth.*

💜 - (lowly) You got this; I know you can do it...

*Kevin stared at Michelle before glaring at Montgomery Gator as he raised his arm back to the middle. The duo struggled with growls before Kevin let out a battle cry and slammed Montgomery Gator’s arm against his side of the table hard, which destroyed it and caused a cloud of smoke. When the smoke cleared, they saw the duo on the ground with Montgomery Gator’s right arm shattered. Kevin sat up and looked at Montgomery Gator’s hand in his, which made him flinch.*

❤️ - (lowly) Shit, I took it too far...

*The group heard giggling, which shocked them and made them look at Montgomery Gator as he sat up. Soon after, Montgomery Gator started laughing; soon after, he sighed and looked at Kevin.*

🐊 - Not bad, kid; not bad at all. I don’t know if there’s a rule about breaking the table, but it doesn’t matter because I’m giving this win to you.

*Kevin looked at Montgomery Gator as most of the crowd cheered.*

❤️ - Seriously...

*Michelle smiled as she approached Kevin and wrapped his arms around his neck, which made him look at her.*

💜 - I knew you could do it.

*Kevin stared at Michelle before smiling a bit and rubbing his cheek against hers.*

❤️ - (lowly) Thanks...

*Vanessa looked at Montgomery Gator’s shattered arm with a sweatdrop.*

🔦 - So, uh... what do we do about Monty’s arm?

*Author floated next to Montgomery Gator.*

🌟 - Allow me to fix that.

*Montgomery Gator’s right hand started glowing, which made the couple look at it before it started floating. Soon after, the pieces moved toward Montgomery Gator’s right arm and swirled around it before it was repaired. Montgomery Gator looked at his right arm, shocked, as he moved his hand.*

🐊 - (lowly) It’s as good as new...

*Author floated up a bit and brought Glitchtrap and Burntrap close to the group.*

🌟 - And with that, I think it’s time we wrap up this dare.

*As Kevin stood up, Montgomery Gator approached him before holding his hand out.*

🐊 - It was a good game, and I apologize for what I did to the slime girl.

*Kevin stared at Montgomery Gator’s hand before placing his hand in his and shaking it.*

❤️ - I appreciate the apology, and the match was fun...

*As the smaller toys waved goodbye to DJ Music Man, Vanessa looked at Glitchtrap, Sun, and Moon.*

🔦 - What about these guys?

*Author flew close to Vanessa.*

🌟 - Anything I’ve done in my domain will reset back to what it originally was in your world.

*After Gregory placed the mini DogDay on the ground, he hugged Michelle.*

🩹 - (lowly) I’ll miss you...

*Michelle smiled and petted Gregory’s head.*

💜 - I’ll miss you too, kiddo.

*After the duo separated, Gregory approached the animatronics; Author flew close by.*

🌟 - Thank you for stopping by.

*Author started shining a bit; soon after, a portal appeared under the small group’s feet before they went through it. After the portal disappeared, Michelle smiled.*

💜 - It was nice seeing them again.

*Some of the group nodded as they approached the lobby area.*

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*Kevin looked at the dare with a devious chuckle.*

❤️ - This’ll be fun...

*Matthew hummed a bit.*

🧡 - There are some toys that I’m sure are ticklish, but not all of them...

*Jack nodded in agreement as Kevin looked at the duo.*

❤️ - I call dibs on Katie and Misha.

*Jack made a muffled groan and crossed his arms while Matthew looked at Kevin.*

🧡 - I understand why you’d want Katie, but you do realize Misha isn’t a toy, right?

*Kevin looked at Matthew with a devious grin.*

❤️ - Oh, I know; consider this my revenge for what she did to me when I had to be mute for an entire day.

*Matthew stared at Kevin before sighing a bit.*

🧡 - (lowly) I suppose that’s fair...

*Kevin turned away as he retracted his claws.*

❤️ - Well then, we’d better get this dare started.

*The duo nodded before they split up. Jack looked around the area as he ran.*

💛 - (in head) Who should I go with first?

*Soon after, Jack spotted Kissy Missy in the distance, talking to Poppy on her shoulder.*

💛 - (in head) Looks like I found my targets.

*Jack stretched his arm and touched the roof before he quickly got on it. Jack quietly slid toward the duo before stretching his arms toward Kissy Missy. When Jack was close, he started tickling Kissy Missy, which made her laugh and startle Poppy.*

🟥 - What’s going on?

*When Kissy Missy stopped laughing and tried catching her breath, Poppy looked up and saw nothing. Poppy looked at Kissy Missy, concerned.*

🟥 - Are you alright?

*Kissy Missy nodded.*

🩷 - Kissy fine.

*Poppy placed her hand against her chin.*

🟥 - So weird... what could—

*Poppy felt fingers tickling her, which startled her; she quickly turned to the back and saw nothing. Poppy turned to Kissy Missy.*

🟥 - We should leave this area.

*Kissy Missy nodded as the duo quickly ran away. Unbeknownst to the duo, Jack’s head went through the air vent before looking in their direction.*

💛 - (in head) I kinda expected both of them to be ticklish, but I guess it’s just Kissy.

*At the lounge area, Matthew looked around the area with a hum.*

🧡 - (lowly) Who should I go after first?

*Soon after, Matthew spotted Maggie Mako in the distance before stretching his arm toward her. When Matthew’s arm was close, he tickled under Maggie Mako’s arm, which made her laugh. Matthew quickly retracted his arm and walked away as Maggie Mako looked around with a tick mark. Soon after, Maggie Mako growled before walking away; Matthew chuckled.*

🧡 - (lowly) This is a fun dare...

*In the lounge area, Icky Licky was building blocks. Unbeknownst to Icky Licky, a blue arm with red swirls reached under his arm before it started tickling him, which made him laugh and quickly move forward, making him hit the bricks before hitting the ground. Icky Licky quickly got up and glared at a few of the smaller toys.*

☢️ - Alright, who the hell did it?!

*The smaller toys looked at Icky Licky, confused.*

☢️ - Don’t play stupid with me; one of you punks tickled me and made me knock down the blocks I was building!

*A few of the smaller toys rolled their eyes while others ignored Icky Licky, which made him growl. Unbeknownst to the group, Kevin walked away whistling. In a different area, Bunzo Bunny was talking to Scout. When Scout looked up, she spotted Matthew slithering on the roof; he looked at her before placing his finger over his mouth. Bunzo Bunny tilted his head.*

🐰 - Is something wrong, Scout?

*Scout looked at Bunzo Bunny.*

🤖 - Uh... I thought I saw a fly in here, but it was nothing.

*Bunzo Bunny nodded as he continued talking. Matthew stretched his arm close to Bunzo Bunny before he started tickling him. Matthew quickly retracted his arm and hid in the vent before Bunzo Bunny turned to the back.*

🐰 - The heck?

*Bunzo Bunny looked at the roof and saw nothing.*

🐰 - (lowly) That was weird...

*As Bunzo Bunny turned to Scout and continued talking, Matthew looked at him through the vent before slipping away.*

🧡 - (in head) That was not the outcome I expected...

*In the lounge area, Touille was sleeping on the couch. Unbeknownst to Touille, Jack looked at him through the vent. Jack pushed his arm through the vent grill before lowering it to Touille. When Jack’s arm was close to Touille, he started tickling him, which woke him up. Jack quickly retracted his arm and slipped away as Touille sat up and looked around with a tick mark.*

🐀 - Who the ‘ell wok me up from mon beauty sleep?

*The smaller toys looked at Touille, confused. Touille grumbled a bit before turning to the side.*

🐀 - And zey did eet by trying to tickle me; ‘ow annoying...

*A few of the toys shrugged their shoulders as they continued playing. As PickyPiggy and CraftyCorn were talking, Matthew and Kevin observed them from afar.*

🧡 - Who gets who?

*Kevin thought of something before holding his fist out to Matthew.*

❤️ - How about rock, paper, and scissors? The winner gets the first choice while the loser has to tickle the other person first.

*Matthew hummed and nodded.*

🧡 - That works.

*Matthew raised his fist before the duo started moving them up and down. Soon after, Kevin threw scissors while Matthew threw paper.*

🧡 - Well then, who would you like?

*Kevin looked at the duo with a hum.*

❤️ - You know what... I think I’ll choose Picky. Everyone in Safe Haven knows that Crafty is ticklish, so I’m kinda curious if she is too.

*Matthew nodded as he stretched his arm; when he was close to CraftyCorn’s side, he started tickling, which made her laugh and startle PickyPiggy. After Matthew quickly retracted his arm, CraftyCorn tried catching her breath as PickyPiggy looked around. PickyPiggy saw Matthew and Kevin talking to one another while walking before looking at CraftyCorn.*

🍎 - You alright?

*CraftyCorn nodded.*

🎨 - I-I’m fine; that just came out of nowhere...

*Before PickyPiggy could do anything, she felt fingers tickling her, which made her flinch. PickyPiggy turned to the back and saw Matthew and Kevin still talking while walking away; she looked at the duo with stern eyes before turning to CraftyCorn. When PickyPiggy and CraftyCorn were out of sight, the duo chuckled and fist-bumped. The duo saw Jack come out of the vent before landing on the ground. Jack spotted the duo before waving; the duo approached him.*

🧡 - Did you find anyone?

*Jack pointed to the back before holding his hands out. Soon after, three of Jack’s fingers formed a dog, a chicken, and an elephant.*

❤️ - So DogDay, Kickin’, and Bubba are over there, huh? I know Kickin’ isn’t ticklish; the other two, I have no idea.

*Matthew hummed.*

🧡 - Well then, shall we find out?

*The duo nodded before they walked forward. In a separate area, DogDay and KickinChicken were sparring while Bubba Bubbaphant observed. Unbeknownst to the trio, Matthew’s arm stretched toward Bubba Bubbaphant before he started tickling him, which made him flinch. Matthew quickly retracted his arm before Bubba Bubbaphant turned to the back; KickinChicken approached him.*

⭐️ - Yo, Bubba, you’re up.

*Bubba Bubbaphant kept looking at the back, which annoyed KickinChicken.*

⭐️ - Earth to Bubba!

*Bubba Bubbaphant flinched a bit before turning KickinChicken.*

💡 - Sorry, did you need something?

*KickinChicken placed his hands against his waist.*

⭐️ - Were you in La La Land or something?

*Unbeknownst to the duo, Jack lowered his arm to KickinChicken.*

⭐️ - DogDay says he wanted you to—

*Jack started tickling KickinChicken, which made him flinch. Jack quickly retracted his arm before KickinChicken turned around.*

⭐️ - The hell?

*KickinChicken turned to Bubba Bubbaphant.*

⭐️ - Did you see that?

*Bubba Bubbaphant shook his head.*

💡 - I didn’t see it.

*KickinChicken looked away and crossed his arms.*

⭐️ - Weird...

☀️ - Hey.

*The duo turned to the source and saw DogDay approach them.*

☀️ - I’m not sure what you two were doing, but even though we’re in a safe area, we shouldn’t slack on our training.

*Unbeknownst to the trio, Kevin’s arms lowered to DogDay.*

☀️ - Now then, if you’re done with whatever happened, we should—

*Kevin started tickling DogDay, which made him laugh and shocked the duo. Soon after, Kevin retracted his arms, which made DogDay try to catch his breath. The duo stared at DogDay until KickinChicken turned his head away with his mouth covered, snickering.*

⭐️ - (lowly) I’ve never seen that before...

*When Bubba Bubbaphant looked at DogDay, a tense aura surrounded him, which made him flinch.*

💡 - And it’ll probably be your last.

*When KickinChicken turned his head to DogDay, he saw his death glare, which made him flinch and run away. As DogDay chased after KickinChicken, the trio on the roof tried not to laugh before splitting up. Matthew looked around with a hum until he spotted Huggy Wuggy.*

🧡 - (in head) Now that I think about it, none of the kids were able to touch Huggy because the employees would always tell them not to. I wonder what happens if you do...

*When Matthew was over Huggy Wuggy, he lowered his arm toward him. When Matthew started tickling Huggy Wuggy, he opened his mouth and bit his arm. Huggy Wuggy flinched and let go; Matthew quickly retracted his arm as he made a disgusted sound.*

💙 - Gross...

*Matthew looked at the bite mark on his arm as it disappeared.*

🧡 - (in head) That would explain why.

*Huggy Wuggy tried spitting the contents out of his mouth as Matthew got on the ground and walked away. In a separate area, Simon Smoke was leaning against the wall with a vent over it. Kevin looked at the Simon Smoke through the vent with a devious chuckle.*

❤️ - (in head) I’m gonna enjoy teasing you.

*Kevin’s arms went through the vent before lowering his right arm. When Kevin’s arm was close, he poked Simon Smoke’s right arm, which made him flinch. Kevin quickly retracted his arm as Simon Smoke turned to the right.*

💲 - What the hell?

*Kevin’s left arm poked Simon Smoke’s left arm and quickly retracted it before he turned to his left side.*

💲 - Would you cut it out, you jackass?!

*As Simon Smoke looked around, Kevin’s arms lowered down before they tickled him, which made him struggle.*

💲 - You son of a bitch?! Cut that shit out!

*Kevin stopped tickling and quickly retracted his arms inside the vent before Simon Smoke turned to the back; he looked at the vent before huffing a bit.*

💲 - (lowly) At least no one was around me...

*As Simon Smoke walked away, Kevin came out of the vent and deviously chuckled before walking away. In a separate area, Mommy Long Legs was talking to Medic; unbeknownst to the duo, Jack observed them in the distance before making a muffled sigh.*

💛 - (in head) Alright, let’s do this...

*Jack stretched his arms toward Mommy Long Legs and started tickling her, which made her laugh. Before Jack could retract his arms, Mommy Long Legs grabbed his right arm, which shocked him, and he was pulled toward her. Mommy Long Legs brought Jack close to her face.*

🕷️ - Care to explain why you did that to Mommy?

*Jack held his left hand out before the word ‘Dare’ appeared on his fingers; Mommy Long Legs hummed.*

🕷️ - Ah, I see... if it were for no reason, I would punish them, but since it’s a dare, I’ll let it slide.

*When Mommy Long Legs placed Jack on the ground, he ran away. Matthew walked around the area and crossed his arms.*

🧡 - (in head) There aren’t many people left; who should I go after next?

*Matthew got out of his thoughts when he felt something bump his leg. Matthew looked down and saw PJ Pug-A-Pillar happily panting at him.*

🧡 - Oh, hello, PJ.

*Matthew realized something and placed his hand against his chin.*

🧡 - How does someone like PJ react to tickling?

*Matthew knelt to PJ Pug-A-Pillar and started tickling under him, which made most of his back legs quickly move up and down. Matthew looked at PJ Pug-A-Pillar’s back legs with a hum.*

🧡 - (lowly) Interesting...

*After Matthew stopped tickling, he petted PJ Pug-A-Pillar’s head before standing up and walking away. Kevin walked forward while looking around.*

❤️ - (in head) There aren’t many targets left; I definitely want to do Katie and Misha last because their laughter will be music to my ears.

*Soon after, Kevin spotted CatNap lying on the ground before sneakily approaching him.*

❤️ - (in head) Found my next target; I think I know how this’ll turn out.

*When Kevin was close to CatNap, he stretched his arms toward him before he started tickling him, which made him flinch and giggle a bit. Kevin was shocked and retracted his arms before he snorted and laughed.*

❤️ - Who knew the big, scary cat that followed the Prototype was ticklish?

*As Kevin laughed, CatNap got up and glared at him with his claws extended, and his ears pointed back.*

🌙 - Give me a good reason why I shouldn’t kill you on the spot.

*Kevin looked at CatNap.*

❤️ - Would you hurt someone really close to Misha? I bet that would break her heart...

*CatNap growled a bit as he retracted his claws.*

🌙 - I wonder how Angel would react if I were to tell you about your antics...

*Kevin crossed his arms behind his head and turned away.*

❤️ - Oh, I don’t mind if you tell Misha about my antics.

*Kevin turned his head to CatNap with a devious grin.*

❤️ - But I wonder how the others would react if I tell them you’re ticklish?

*CatNap glared at Kevin.*

🌙 - You wouldn’t...

*Kevin looked forward.*

❤️ - I might... but if you keep your mouth shut about it, I won’t tell a soul.

*CatNap growled at Kevin.*

🌙 - You’re a devil...

*Kevin chuckled as he extended his claws before stretching toward the roof and digging his claws into it.*

❤️ - Tell me something I haven’t heard.

*CatNap glared at Kevin as he got on the roof and moved forward before sighing and walking away. As Bobby BearHug and Hoppy Hopscotch were talking, Matthew and Jack observed from afar. Matthew looked at Jack.*

🧡 - What do you think the outcome will be?

*Jack held his hands out before his right hand formed Bobby BearHug’s head, laughing, while his left hand formed Hoppy Hopscotch with a neutral face; Matthew nodded.*

🧡 - That would be my thoughts exactly; shall we do it at the same time?

*Jack nodded as his hands returned to normal before the duo stretched their arms. Matthew’s arms got close to Hoppy Hopscotch while Jack’s arms got close to Bobby BearHug. Soon after, Matthew and Jack started tickling the duo, which caused Hoppy Hopscotch to laugh and startle Bobby BearHug. The duo was shocked as they quickly retracted their arms and turned away as Bobby BearHug looked around.*

🧡 - (lowly) Definitely not what I expected...

*Bobby BearHug looked at Hoppy Hopscotch as she tried catching her breath.*

💝 - Are you alright?

*Hoppy Hopscotch flinched and looked at Bobby BearHug with a red face before lying on the ground and curling up on herself.*

⚡️ - (lowly) No... I wish I could die right now.

*Bobby BearHug panicked and waved her hands a bit.*

💝 - Hey, it’s OK; you shouldn’t be embarrassed about being ticklish.

*Hoppy Hopscotch whined as the duo awkwardly split up. As Pianosaurus lay on the ground, asleep, Kevin crawled on the roof with his claws digging into it. When Kevin was on top of Pianosaurus, he looked at him as dough arms sprouted out of his back.*

❤️ - (in head) Got you where I want ya, dino.

*Kevin stretched his arms to Pianosaurus until they got close. Soon after, Kevin started tickling Pianosaurus, which caused him to wake up and make quick, happy piano noises. Soon after, Pianosaurus quickly got up and ran away. When Pianosaurus was out of sight, Kevin got on the ground and looked in his direction with a chuckle and crossed his arms.*

❤️ - I kinda expected that outcome.

*Kevin turned his head to the right and spotted Jack observing Rabie Baby and Allister Gator before quietly approaching him. When Kevin was close to Jack, he tapped his shoulder, which made him look at him.*

❤️ - (whisper) Who are you gonna go after?

*Jack held his hand out before it shaped into a bat; Kevin nodded.*

❤️ - (whisper) Got it; I’ll take the alligator.

*Jack nodded as the duo stretched their arms. When Kevin’s arms were close to Allister Gator and Jack’s arms were close to Rabie Baby, the duo started tickling them, which caused her to laugh and him to flinch. After the duo’s arms retracted, Rabie Baby and Allister Gator looked at them as they quickly split up. Rabie Baby brought her arm close to her mouth with a hum.*

🩸 - Those two are up to something; wanna follow them?

*Allister Gator sat on the ground.*

🦴 - Nah... sounds like a hassle.

*Rabie Baby nodded as she sat down and continued talking with Allister Gator. Jack stopped running and tried to catch his breath through his nose before looking around.*

💛 - (in head) I guess those guys aren’t gonna follow me...

*When Jack looked forward, he saw Yarnaby, which made him jump a bit. Yarnaby eyed Jack before lying on the ground. Jack stared at Yarnaby before carefully approaching his side. Soon after, Jack started tickling Yarnaby’s stomach, which made him lie on his back, purring. Jack looked at Yarnaby with happy eyes.*

💛 - (in head) That’s adorable.

*After Jack stopped tickling Yarnaby, he petted his head before walking away. As Matthew looked around the area, he spotted Poe and Baba Chops talking near a vent.*

🧡 - (in head) Time to kill two birds with one stone.

*Matthew stretched his arms toward the roof and quickly got on it before slithering forward. When Matthew was on top of the duo, he lowered his right arm toward Baba Chops and his left arm toward Poe. Soon after, Matthew started tickling the duo, which caused Baba Chops to happily bleat and startle Poe. Matthew was shocked and quickly retracted his arms before entering the vent. Poe nervously looked at Baba Chops as she tried catching her breath.*

⛈️ - Uh... Baba?

*Baba Chops glared at Poe, which made them flinch.*

💀 - Tell this to anyone and I’ll kill you.

*Poe raised their arms and quickly nodded as Matthew slithered away. In a separate area, Michelle and Katelynn were talking with Miss Delight. Jack approached Miss Delight before she started tickling her, which made her flinch and surprised Michelle and Katelynn. The trio looked at Jack when he stopped.*

📏 - Uh... was there a reason why you did that, Mr. Jack?

*Jack held his hands before his right hand formed himself, Kevin, and Matthew, while his left hand formed the word ‘Dare’. Katelynn smiled and wagged her tail.*

💖 - Oh! You three got a dare; that’s great news.

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - That explains why a lot of the larger toys were on edge.

*Unbeknownst to the trio, Kevin was on the roof right over Katelynn.*

💜 - So, who’s left in your dare that you have to tickle?

*Before Jack could do anything, Kevin tackled Katelynn to the ground. As the trio turned to the siblings, dough arms extended out of Kevin’s back before he started tickling Katelynn; she laughed with slime tears pricking her eyes and struggled.

💖 - Alright, alright, you got me; please stop, Big Brother?!

*Kevin chuckled and stopped tickling Katelynn, which made her lie on her side and try to catch her breath; Michelle smiled at the siblings.*

💜 - It’s nice to see some sibling bonding.

*Kevin looked at Michelle with a devious grin, which made her flinch.*

❤️ - Just because you aren’t a toy, doesn’t mean you’re off the hook.

*Michelle’s face went pale.*

💜 - (lowly) Oh no...

*Before Michelle could run away, Kevin’s arms shot toward her and grabbed her legs, which caused her to trip. Before Michelle hit the ground, another pair of arms grabbed her arms. Kevin chuckled as he pulled Michelle close to him; she nervously looked at him.*

💜 - Since I’m not a toy, could you at least be a little gentle... pretty please?

*Kevin chuckled as the pair of arms holding Michelle’s arms lifted above her head.*

❤️ - It’s adorable that you think you could talk your way out of this. If you hadn’t told the toys that I was ticklish when I had to be quiet for a day, I might’ve considered it.

*Kevin deviously grinned at Michelle, which scared her a bit.*

❤️ - But since you did, I’ll show you no mercy.

*Kevin started tickling Michelle’s armpits, which made her laugh and try to pull away. The duo stared at the couple, shocked as Katelynn slowly got up and looked at them.*

💖 - (lowly) That would be something he would do...

*A different pair of arms sprouted out of Kevin’s back before they started tickling Michelle’s sides, which made her laugh profusely with tears falling from her eyes.*

💜 - (while laughing) Alright, alright, I get it; uncle, uncle?!

*Kevin chuckled as he retracted the arms tickling Michelle away, which made her try to catch her breath. Kevin held Michelle in his arms and lay his cheek against hers.*

❤️ - Let this be your lesson on why you shouldn’t mess with me.

*Michelle slowly nodded as Kevin walked away; Katelynn and Miss Delight smiled at the couple while Jack looked at them with happy eyes.*

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*The trio looked at the question.*

🧡 - At the beginning, there were a lot of emotions going on when we became Doey.

*Matthew crossed his arms.*

🧡 - We were scared... confused... and mostly for Kevin... angry... more than likely because they took him away from his sister and friend...

*Matthew placed his hand against his chest.*

🧡 - I tried to get along with both of them. Jack was more accepting of my kindness, but Kevin just kept pushing me and Jack away. Sometimes it would lead him to yell at both of us.

*Matthew looked down with a frown.*

🧡 - But then there was... the accident...

*Kevin frowned a bit.*

❤️ - At the beginning, Jack and I argued a lot of times; it almost led to fist fights, but Matthew would always intervene.

*Kevin looked away and crossed his arms.*

❤️ - But after I killed Jack’s parents... I...

*Dough tears pricked Kevin’s eyes as he gripped his arms.*

❤️ - I distanced myself from the other two and ignored them every time they tried to talk to me... even though we were still combined at the time, I was the one in control... it was my actions that got them killed.

*Kevin looked down and trembled.*

❤️ - (lowly) It was all my fault...

*Jack stared at Kevin before he stood up and hugged him, which shocked him. As Kevin looked at Jack, dough extended out of his back before it started forming words: ‘Even though what you said is true, I don’t blame your actions.’ Kevin stared at the words with wide eyes as they shifted: ‘You probably think that you don’t deserve forgiveness, but you’re wrong. I do forgive you.’ Kevin stared at Jack.*

❤️ - But why...? I killed your parents.

*Jack looked at Kevin as the words shifted: ‘You had no idea they were my parents; you were protecting us from getting hurt. I would’ve done the same thing if it were someone I didn’t know, like Katie or Misha.’ Jack wrapped his arms around Kevin’s neck with dough tears falling from his eyes as the words shifted: ‘Please never blame yourself for the company’s doing.’ Kevin stared at Jack before dough tears fell from his eyes. Kevin lay his head against Jack’s shoulder and wrapped his arms around him.*

❤️ - (lowly) You’re a good kid...

*Matthew smiled with dough tears pricking his eyes and approached the duo before wrapping his arms around them.*

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*Jack raised his right hand before words started forming: ‘A few days after we discovered we could separate, I was the one who started most of the tickle fights.’ Matthew nodded.*

🧡 - Jack tried tickling me first, but I’m not a ticklish person. However, when I tickled Jack, he was laughing so hard he almost melted into a puddle. Kevin, on the other hand...

*As the duo looked at Kevin, he sternly looked at them and raised his claws.*

❤️ - Try to tickle me and I’ll make you regret it.

*Matthew slightly smiled with a sweatdrop.*

🧡 - Unfortunately, we don’t have the same privilege as someone like Katie or Misha does... but on a few occasions, Kevin and Jack playfully rough-house from time to time.

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❤️ - Joseph was one of the kids I could tolerate in Playcare, and he was kind to Katie.

*Katelynn smiled and wagged her tail a bit.*

💖 - He was really nice; he would always play with me, Big Brother, and Big Sister sometimes. But then...

*Katelynn stopped wagging her tail and frowned a bit before looking down.*

💖 - After Big Brother was taken, Joseph was the one who told Big Sister about it. Then a few days after Big Brother was gone... Joseph was gone too...

*Kevin looked at Katelynn with a slight frown before petting her head, which made her lay her head against his shoulder.*

❤️ - As for his whereabouts... we have no idea... hell, we don’t even know if he’s still alive... part of me wants to believe he’s with the Prototype, but if he saw me being taken away... chances are they turned him into a toy as well.

*Katelynn looked at Kevin.*

💖 - Do you think we’ll find him?

*Kevin stared at Katelynn before looking down.*

❤️ - (lowly) I hope so...

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🌟 - (in a separate area) Of course! I’d love to see your characters interacting with this AU.

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🌟 - I know you sent this in the form of a question, but since you want these guys to react to an animation, I consider reaction videos dares. And I’ll consider showing any reaction videos to these guys my dare.

*Author spun around the group.*

🌟 - Everyone, gather around in the lounge area! I’ve got a video to show you.

*As the toys gathered in the lounge area, Michelle looked at Author.*

💜 - How exactly are you gonna show us the video? This place doesn’t look like it has electricity.

*Author shone a bit.*

🌟 - Don’t worry, I have a way to show all of you the video.

*Michelle hummed a bit before sitting next to Kevin. The group looked at Author as they floated above the TV.*

🌟 - Now that everyone’s here, relax and enjoy the show.

*When Author landed on the TV, the group saw static on the screen before it went black; soon after, the screen lit up.*

(A/N - Apologies if this part is a little off; since it’s a reaction, I didn’t want to leave it blank. Plus, a lot of people probably don’t consider watching something in silence a reaction.)

*After the TV showed the warning, the screen shifted to the outside of a pizza place named ‘Circus Baby’s Pizza World’.*

❤️ - What is it with this game and pizza places? Was there ever a time they weren’t in a pizza place?

*Author looked at Kevin.*

🌟 - Well, there are a few games that take place in different locations, but it’s still somewhat tied to a certain pizza franchise...*

*Kevin huffed a bit as the video continued playing. Soon after, the group saw a little girl enter the room as a guy was putting on a suit. The group looked at the guy wearing a purple security uniform as he kneeled to the girl and talked to her.*

🕷️ - So that man is the child’s father?

*Author nodded.*

🌟 - The child’s name is Elizabeth Afton, while her father’s name is William Afton, or more commonly known as ‘The Purple Guy’.

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - (sarcastically) Gee, I wonder why?

*Some of the toys giggled as Elizabeth walked around the area. Soon after, the group saw Elizabeth enter a room with an animatronic reminiscent of a female crown with auburn hair in high pigtails, wearing a red crop top with frills on her shoulders, a matching frilly red skirt, and pointed, curled red shoes, singing a lovely tune.*

💖 - That’s Circus Baby? She looks pretty.

*Michelle stared at the TV as Elizabeth approached Circus Baby.*

💜 - Appearances can be deceiving, Katie. Someone who may look pretty can be a killer or a cold-hearted bitch on the inside.

*Kevin nodded in agreement as Circus Baby opened a compartment in her stomach, which revealed a claw holding ice cream in a cone. After Elizabeth took the ice cream off the cone, Circus Baby’s eyes went black. Soon after, the claw grabbed Elizabeth’s arm before she was pulled inside Circus Baby, which made most of the group gasp*

💜 - Apparently, in this case, she’s a killer.

*Soon after, the screen shifted to a man in his bedroom, sleeping. When the screen showed a picture of Elizabeth, a young boy, a teen wearing a Foxy mask, and a man with his face covered with a Foxy sticker, some of the group were surprised.*

💡 - So that man is related to Elizabeth and William?

*Author nodded.*

🌟 - That’s right. The man is William’s oldest son and Elizabeth’s older brother, Michael Afton; you could say he’s the protagonist in most of the games.

*After Michael stopped the alarm, music started playing. Most of the smaller toys swayed to the music as a few texts appeared on the screen.*

💜 - The music in this video is pretty catchy.

*Some of the toys nodded in agreement as Michael was talking to his neighbors. After Michael got in his car, the group saw him drive toward a building named ‘Afton Robotics’. Soon after, the group saw Michael face an elevator.*

💜 - I wouldn’t trust that elevator.

*Kevin nodded in agreement.*

❤️ - It looks a little unstable.

*As Michael got inside the elevator, the lights started flickering before it started going down quickly, which made a few of the toys gasp. When the elevator stopped, Michael hit the ground hard; some of the group made a ‘tss’ noise as he got up.*

💜 - (lowly) That’s gonna leave a mark...

*When a yellow device appeared before Michael, he typed his name on it. However, an error appeared on the screen before ‘Eggs Benedict’ appeared on the screen. Michael pinched the bridge of his nose before going along with it.*

❤️ - This guy’s got some character.

*When the elevator opened, the group saw danger tape all around the front and a vent hole below it, which baffled them.*

💜 - That company is just as shitty as Playtime.

*The group nodded in agreement as Michael crawled through the vent. Soon after, Michael entered a room with panels on both sides. As Michael approached the left side, he pressed the light button, which revealed an empty room. As the voice suggested a controlled shocked, Michael initially refused to do it.*

💜 - Can’t say I blame him; I don’t want to piss off an animatronic.

*When Michael pressed the red button, electricity appeared in the room, which made him cover his face. When Michael pressed the light button, the group saw an animatronic shaped like a female ballerina in the area.*

💖 - That must be Ballora; she looks kinda creepy.

*After Michael checked on a white and pink fox animatronic, the lights started flickering before it went dark.*

❤️ - I know Safe Haven had some hard times with keeping the power on, but that looks worse than what we’ve been through.

*Some of the group nodded in agreement as different voices came from the TV, which scared Michael. Soon after, Michael composed himself before the music started playing. When Michael stood before a different panel and finished loading, a bear animatronic with a bunny puppet on its right hand stood close to him, which made most of the smaller toys gasp. Soon after, the animatronic knocked Michael to the floor, which made most of the group wince.*

💜 - (lowly) That guy can’t catch a break...

*Soon after, Michael got out of the suit before grabbing his purple jacket on the ground. As Michael looked around, he spotted a ghost version of Elizabeth before she disappeared.*

💖 - (lowly) That’s freaky...

*Some of the toys nodded in agreement as they listened to Michael’s monologue. Soon after, Michael heard Circus Baby’s voice; when she mentioned Elizabeth, tears pricked his eyes, and he covered his mouth. Kevin looked at Michael with a slight frown.*

❤️ - Honestly, I can kinda relate to the guy. If Katie suffered the same fate as Elizabeth, I would’ve been depressed... maybe even worse...

*Katelynn lay her head against Kevin’s arm, which made him look at her with a slight smile and pet her head as Michael saw Circus Baby. Soon after, the screen shifted to Michael standing in the elevator as the voice mentioned a one-week bonus, including a cash basket. When Michael tried typing on the device, it showed an error text before it showed another text saying, ‘Exotic Butters’, which made most of the group laugh a bit. Eventually, the screen shifted to Michael standing by a door.*

💜 - I have a bad feeling about this...

*As Michael entered the room, the door suddenly shut and locked up. Soon after, metal wires wrapped around Michael’s arms before they lifted them over his head. As Michael was talking, the lights started flashing. Soon after, the scooping machine lunged toward Michael and scooped his insides, which made the group gasp, before pulling away. Michael gurgled on his blood before the metal wires let go of him, which made him hit the ground. Soon after, the scene shifted to Michael lying on the floor with bandages wrapped around his abdomen and purple skin.*

💖 - His skin is purple.

*Michelle tilted her head as Michael left his house and walked forward.*

💜 - I’ve been near a few corpses inside the prison, but they never had purple skin.

*After the neighbors ran away, the group heard gurgling noises before Michael threw up metal wires, which disgusted the group. Michelle covered her mouth, disgusted.*

💜 - (lowly) That’s disgusting...

*After Michael was talking to Circus Baby, he screamed before the end credits appeared and started playing music.*

❤️ - Well, that was... something...

*Michelle removed her hand from her mouth.*

💜 - Hang on, there might be something after the credits.

*After the credits finished, the group heard ringing before they saw a red phone on the desk, which shocked them, before Michael, wearing a security outfit and a bandage on his cheek, picked up the receiver.*

💖 - Hang on, isn’t that—

*Michelle nodded as Michael talked on the phone before hanging up.*

💜 - The phone from that dare a while back; it’s the same office.

*When the video finished, Author floated up a bit and looked at the group.*

🌟 - So, what do you think?

*The group stared at the TV in shock; Michelle placed her hand against her head.*

💜 - Um, wow... that was... a lot to take in... I mean, that guy got his insides scooped out of him and he’s basically a zombie now. And he’s the security guard for that pizzeria. That is so bizarre...

*Katelynn covered her mouth a bit.*

💖 - Elizabeth... killed her older brother... so that she and the other animatronics could get out of that place...

*Kevin crossed his arms.*

❤️ - That family has a lot of messed-up issues.

*The other toys nodded in agreement as Author floated toward the group.*

🌟 - Yeah, that family has a lot of history, especially the father.

*Michelle sighed a bit.*

💜 - Though I’ll give them credit, whoever made that video did a great job with the animation, and the people who acted the characters were great too.

*The others nodded in agreement as Author shone a bit.*

🌟 - Then this dare has been successful.

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*The group looked at the question.*

❤️ - Our favorite holidays, huh? There’s not a lot to choose from.

*Michelle thought of something and looked at Kevin.*

💜 - Oh! Can we say ours at the same time?

*Kevin looked at Michelle with a slight chuckle.*

❤️ - Sure.

*Michelle smiled.*

💜 - Alright, on three. One, two, three...

*Michelle and Kevin pointed at one another.*

💜 & ❤️ - Halloween!

*Michelle triumphantly laughed.*

💜 - I’ve seen that cliche fail so many times in movies, but it actually worked!

*Kevin chuckled.*

❤️ - Before Katie and I were taken into Playcare, our mom would have us dressed up in costumes and walk around the block for trick-or-treating; those were nice times...

*Michelle smiled.*

💜 - In my orphanage, they have an activity where we carve pumpkins a couple of weeks before Halloween. Then on Halloween day, after we finish our trick-or-treating, they’d throw a party and we could trade the candy we didn’t want to others.

*Maggie Mako climbed on Michelle’s shoulder, which made her look at her.*

🦈 - Any holiday involving sweets is a win for me...

*Baba Chops crossed her arms and looked away.*

💀 - (lowly) I like Halloween too...

*Poe nodded.*

⛈️ - I consider Halloween my favorite holiday, too.

*Simon Smoke smugly chuckled and crossed his arms.*

💲 - Halloween is definitely the best holiday, especially the hilarious scare pranks people play.

*Icky Licky crossed his arms and nodded.*

☢️ - It’s obviously the best holiday.

*As a few of the smaller toys nodded in agreement, Jack raised his hand before words formed: ‘My favorite holiday would be Christmas.’ Bobby BearHug nodded in agreement.*

💝 - I agree; Christmas is a fun holiday. The gift giving, the food, spending quality time with friends or family... that is a wonderful time...

*Huggy Wuggy smiled and raised his right arm.*

💙 - Huggy love Christmas!

*PickyPiggy nodded.*

🍎 - Before I came to Playcare, I used to spend time with my parents with a cup of hot cocoa in my hands and watch Christmas movies; those were the best.

*Bubba Bubbaphant crossed his arms.*

💡 - Before Playcare, I remember playing outside in the snow with a few of my cousins on Christmas Day. Even though I don’t like the cold, those were fun.

*CatNap lay on the ground.*

🌙 - Most probably don’t consider birthdays as holidays, so I’d consider Christmas as my favorite holiday.

*Michelle looked away with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - (in head) And that’s probably for the best...

*Author appeared, which made the group look at them.*

🌟 - I like Christmas too; I love spending time with my family.

*As a few of the small toys agreed, Kissy Missy lay her head against Huggy Wuggy’s arm.*

🩷 - Kissy love Valentine’s Day.

*Rabie Baby raised her hand.*

🩸 - Me too! I love to observe the couples around and tell others about the juicy gossip.

*Most of the group looked at Rabie Baby with a sweatdrop. Matthew placed his hand against his cheek.*

🧡 - Even though this might be a boring option, I always liked Thanksgiving. It’s not as glamorous as Christmas, but I like spending time with my family at the table.

*Miss Delight smiled.*

📏 - Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I’m usually in charge of making desserts; even though it’s hard work, it’s worth it when they complement my work.

*DogDay nodded.*

☀️ - Sometimes it’s the simple holidays that are enjoyed the most. And I enjoy Thanksgiving.

*Scout nodded.*

🤖 - Agreed...

*Allister Gator lay on the ground.*

🦴 - As long as they don’t stop me stuffing my face with food, that’s fine with me.

*PJ Pug-A-Pillar happily panted.*

🐶 - Same.

*Touille crossed his arms with happy eyes.*

🐀 - Not only can ai enjoy the food that’s on the table, but ai can also enjoy the food in the garbaje.

*The group looked at Touille, disgusted. KickinChicken placed his hand against his chest.*

⭐️ - For me, my favorite holiday would be the Fourth of July. I remember seeing a firework show on TV, and that looked epic.

*Hoppy Hopscotch nodded.*

⚡️ - Before Playcare, I remember shooting fireworks in the air and playing with the sparklers; those were fun.

*Pianosaurus moved his tail a bit.*

🎵 - Pretty colors...

*Katelynn placed her finger against her cheek.*

💖 - My favorite holiday would probably be Easter, especially when Playcare did that egg hunt.

*Michelle remembered.*

💜 - Oh yeah, I remember our orphanage took part in that every year until the Hour of Joy happened.

*Michelle deadpanned at Kevin.*

💜 - I also remember there was a certain someone competitive about it.

*Kevin chuckled and raised his arms.*

❤️ - What can I say, I like to win.

*CraftyCorn had happy eyes.*

🎨 - I love Easter, too. I remember when we used to decorate the eggs before the egg hunt; those were fun.

*Bunzo Bunny nodded.*

🐰 - The egg hunt is the best part of Easter.

*Yarnaby had bright eyes.*

🦁 - I’d find as many eggs as I can to make Master happy.

*Michelle slightly smiled at Yarnaby and petted his head, which made him purr.*

💜 - How sweet of you.

*Mommy Long Legs crossed her arms.*

🕷️ - I can’t say I have a favorite holiday in particular, but every Mother’s Day, the children would always say ‘Happy Mother’s Day’ to me. Those were lovely times...

*Poppy looked down and crossed her arms.*

🟥 - Well... before he became HIM... I always enjoyed Father’s Day with my dad...

*Medic looked at Poppy.*

➕ - I understand that feeling; before I became a toy, I would take a day off on Father’s Day so I could spend time with my kids.

*The group looked at Medic, shocked.*

💜 - You have kids?

*Medic nodded.*

➕ - Before I was turned into a toy, I had a four-year-old daughter and a one-year-old son.

*The group looked at Medic, baffled, until Michelle looked at the others.*

💜 - Was that everyone who answered the question?

*The group looked at one another before nodding; they turned their heads to Jack.*

💜 - If it is, this makes five for Jack’s punishment.

*Jack placed his hand against one side of the tape before slowly pulling it off. After the tape was off Jack’s mouth, he dropped it before rubbing around his mouth.*

💛 - Finally... that duct tape was getting annoying...

*Katelynn smiled and wrapped her arms around Jack while wagging her tail, which made him blush a bit.

💖 - I’m glad your punishment is over.

*Jack looked at Katelynn with a slightly nervous chuckle.*

💛 - (lowly) U-Uh, yeah... me too...

*Kevin stared at the duo before sighing and looking down, which made Michelle look at him with a smile and pet his head.*

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⛈️ - While I can understand your concerns about this being similar to a different dare, there’s one key difference between us and the Smiling Critters—

*Simon Smoke rested his arm against Poe’s shoulder.*

💲 - And it’s that we’re much cooler than those Smiling Losers.

*Allister Gator deadpanned Simon Smoke.*

🦴 - We’re also much smaller than them.

*Simon Smoke had a blank expression and pointed at Allister Gator.*

💲 - That too...

*Icky Licky giggled while Baba Chops rolled her eyes.*

💀 - (lowly) Dumbass...

*Maggie Mako looked at the group.*

🦈 - On the plus side, since we’re small, we can do what they couldn’t.

*Simon Smoke realized it and pointed at Maggie Mako.*

💲 - Oh yeah, each one of them hugged the Boss separately.

*Simon Smoke had smug eyes.*

💲 - That means all of us can hug the Boss at the same time.

*Icky Licky crossed his arms.*

☢️ - That’ll make us much better than those losers.

*Touille looked at the others.*

🐀 - All we ‘ave to do now eez look for her.

*Rabie Baby placed her hand under her mouth.*

🩸 - Now that you mention it, I don’t recall seeing her around the larger toys.

*Simon Smoke looked at the group.*

💲 - Then, let’s split up and find the Boss.

*The Nightmare Critters nodded before splitting up. As Baba Chops was talking to Poppy, she shook her head.*

🟥 - Unfortunately, I haven’t seen her; sorry...

*Baba Chops annoyingly groaned.*

💀 - (lowly) How annoying...

*As Simon Smoke was talking to Huggy Wuggy, he shook his head.*

💙 - Huggy have no idea.

*Simon Smoke sighed a bit before waving his hand.*

💲 - That’s a shame; thanks anyway.

*As Maggie Mako was talking to Mommy Long Legs, she shook her head.*

🕷️ - Sorry, I haven’t seen my little Misha.

*Maggie Mako huffed a bit.*

🦈 - (lowly) Damn it...

*As Poe was talking to CatNap, he shook his head.*

🌙 - Unfortunately, I haven’t seen Angel.

*Poe looked down.*

⛈️ - (lowly) A true shame...

*As Icky Licky talked to Hoppy Hopscotch, she shook her head.*

⚡️ - Sorry, little dude; I haven’t seen her.

*Icky Licky kicked at the ground a bit.*

☢️ - Damn it!

*As Allister Gator was talking to Miss Delight, she shook her head.*

📏 - I haven’t seen Miss Misha anywhere; my apologies...

*Allister Gator sighed.*

🦴 - (lowly) What a pain...

*As Touille was talking to Bubba Bubbaphant, he shook his head.*

💡 - I’m not sure where she is; sorry.

*Touille sighed.*

🐀 - How ‘ard eez eet to find one ‘uman?

*As Rabie Baby talked to Jack, he placed his finger against his chin.*

💛 - Misha? I know where she is.

*Rabie Baby lit up.*

🩸 - Really?

*Jack nodded.*

💛 - She should be in the lobby area.*

*Rabie Baby had happy eyes and waved her hand.*

🩸 - Thank you for the intel.

*Jack flinched a bit and looked at Rabie Baby as she turned away.*

💛 - Hang on, you shouldn’t disturb her; she’s—

*Rabie Baby quickly ran away, which made Jack’s face pale.*

💛 - Sleeping...

*Jack started panicking and ran toward the back.*

💛 - (lowly) Kevin is going to kill me for this...

*Rabie Baby looked around and spotted the other Nightmare Critters before quickly approaching them. Simon Smoke looked at Rabie Baby as she caught up and tried catching her breath.*

💲 - Anything?

*Rabie Baby looked at the group.*

🩸 - The yellow doughboy said she’s in the lobby area.

*Simon Smoke nodded.*

💲 - Then, let’s go.

*The Nightmare Critters nodded before sprinting forward. When the Nightmare Critters reached the lobby area, they saw Michelle with a pillow on her head and a blanket over her, sleeping. Simon Smoke looked at Rabie Baby with a tick mark.*

💲 - (whisper) You didn’t think to ask if she was sleeping or not!

*Rabie Baby looked away with a sweatdrop.*

🩸 - (whisper) I was too excited to get the information that I didn’t bother asking for anything else...

*Icky Licky looked at the sleeping Michelle.*

☢️ - (whisper) Now what?

*Baba Chops examined Michelle and the couch before looking at the group.*

💀 - (whisper) I’ve got an idea.

*The others looked at Baba Chops.*

💀 - (whisper) Half of us will get on top of the couch while the rest will pull the blanket off her. Once the blanket is off her, the ones on the couch will drop down and cling to her.

*Baba Chops pointed at Michelle.*

💀 - (whisper) One of two things will happen: She’ll either sit up and get off the couch or she’ll collapse to the floor. With either option, the other group will get close to her, and that should complete the dare.

*The other Nightmare Critters looked at one another.*

⛈️ - (whisper) That can work...

*The Nightmare Critters approached the other end before Baba Chops, Allister Gator, Touille, and Maggie Mako helped Simon Smoke, Rabie Baby, Icky Licky, and Poe get on the armrest. As the four on the couch got to the higher part, the four on the ground approached the blanket. As the four grabbed the hanging end of the blanket, Michelle shuffled a bit, which made the group flinch, before lying on her back. Baba Chops looked at the others.*

💀 - (whisper) Ready?

*The others nodded.*

💀 - (whisper) On three. One, two, three.

*Baba Chops, Allister Gator, Touille, and Maggie Mako pulled the blanket off Michelle, which made her flinch. Michelle yawned a bit before groggily opening her eyes.*

💜 - (lowly) The hell is going on?

*When Michelle spotted Simon Smoke, Rabie Baby, Icky Licky, and Poe on the top of the couch, she froze.*

💜 - What the—

*The four on the couch dropped down and hugged Michelle, which made her yelp a bit before falling off the couch. As Michelle was dazed, Baba Chops, Allister Gator, Touille, and Maggie Mako approached her and wrapped their arms around her.*

💀 - That went better than I expected...

*The Nightmare Critters heard growling, which made them flinch. The Nightmare Critters turned their heads to the source and saw a growling Kevin with his body bubbling and his claws sharpened, which made them panic.*

💲 - Retreat!

*The Nightmare Critters quickly let go of Michelle before running away. Kevin looked in the Nightmare Critters’ direction before sighing, and his body stopped bubbling.*

❤️ - (lowly) Is it hard to get some quiet time for one moment?

*Michelle sat up with a slight groan, which made Kevin look at her and hold his hand out.*

❤️ - You OK?

*Michelle looked at Kevin’s hand before placing her hand in his.*

💜 - I’m fine; they just spooked me, is all.

*Kevin nodded as he helped Michelle stand up.*

💜 - Do you have any idea what was up with them?

*Kevin crossed his arms.*

❤️ - Well, Jack told me that the bat was trying to find you, so it led me to conclude that they were up to something. What I didn’t expect was their little scheme just to hug you.

*Michelle sighed a bit.*

💜 - They could’ve just woken me up and asked for a hug.

*Kevin looked in the Nightmare Critters’ direction with a slight growl until Michelle yawned, which made him stop and look at her.*

❤️ - You still tired?

*Michelle grabbed the blanket off the ground.*

💜 - (lowly) Yeah...

*Kevin hummed a bit before looking at Michelle.*

❤️ - You know what, I think I’ll join ya, just in case those little shits come by again.

*Michelle gave Kevin a tired smile.*

💜 - Thanks...

*Kevin smiled a bit and nodded as the couple sat on the ground. After Kevin lay on the ground, he stretched his arm out before Michelle pulled the blanket over them and lay her head against it. When Michelle fell asleep, Kevin smiled and kissed her forehead before lying his head on top of hers.*

❤️ - (whisper) Sweet dreams, Misha...

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💜 - Wait, wha—

*Smoke suddenly covered the group, which made them cough. Michelle moved her right arm around while she coughed.*

💜 - What the hell is with this smoke?

*When Michelle looked at her right arm, her eyes widened when she saw that her prosthetic arm was gone and her real arm was there. Michelle rubbed her lower right arm with her left hand before looking at both of them, shocked.*

💜 - (lowly) I have my arms back...

*A human hand reached for Michelle and held her shoulder, which made her flinch. When Michelle turned her head to the source, her eyes widened when she saw a human with spiky, dark red hair and brown eyes, wearing a gray shirt with a red jacket, blue jeans, a beaded red bracelet on his left wrist, and red and white sneakers.*

❤️ - Are you alright, Misha?

*Michelle looked at the human, shocked.*

💜 - Kevin...?

*Kevin was confused.*

❤️ - Uh, yeah? Who else would it—

*When Kevin looked at the arm holding Michelle’s shoulders, his eyes widened before he pulled away and looked at it.*

❤️ - What the hell?!

*As the smoke cleared, Author appeared and looked at the group.*

🌟 - Surprised, huh? That’s expected.

*The group looked at Author.*

💜 - This is your doing?

*A long mirror appeared before the group, which made them look at it.*

🌟 - That’s right! With those who requested this dare, I tried my best to interpret your human forms with your current ages, the best as I could.

(A/N - If you’re curious about the toys’ ages, here is a link for it: https://www.wattpad.com/1531543099-under-the-plushy-surface-a-n-an-age-recap(If you’re curious about Michelle’s age, she is the same age as Kevin.))

*Kevin looked at the mirror and ran his fingers through his hair.*

❤️ - Uh, if I recall, I used to have brown hair.

*Author lowered down to the group.*

🌟 - Like I said, I did the best I could. Unfortunately, some of your toy aspects are still attached to your human forms, like your hair and clothing.

*Author swirled around the group.*

🌟 - On the plus side, though, those who have missing limbs have returned to them as good as new for the day.

*Michelle looked at her lower arms.*

💜 - (lowly) I see...

*After the mirror disappeared, the group looked at Author.*

🌟 - Well then, enjoy your human forms and repaired limbs for the day!

*As Author flew away, a guy with dark orange hair in a bun and hazel eyes, wearing a bowler hat, an orange shirt, a long blue jacket, blue pants, and orange shoes, placed his hand against his cheek.*

🧡 - Well, this is something I didn’t expect...

*A young guy with short, dark yellow hair and brown eyes, wearing a yellow shirt, blue pants, and yellow shoes, looked at the others.*

💛 - So, uh... since all of the toys are human and a few of us have their limbs back for a day, what do we do now?

*Kevin thought of something before grinning at Michelle and wrapping his arm around her shoulder.*

❤️ - Well, there’s something I’d like to do now that I’m human.

*When Michelle turned her head to Kevin, he pulled her close and kissed her lips, which made her blush. After the couple pulled away, Kevin slightly smiled at Michelle.*

❤️ - Feels different compared to my toy form, huh?

*Michelle giggled a bit and placed her right hand against her cheek.*

💜 - Y-Yeah... the kiss had more of a sweet taste than a salty one.

*Kevin chuckled a bit before looking at the others.*

❤️ - I’d say we should make the most out of this day; this’ll probably be our only chance of being human.

*A hand held Jack’s hand, which surprised him. Jack turned his head to the source and saw a young girl with long pink hair and brown eyes, wearing a long pink dress, smiling at him.

💖 - Big Brother is right; we’ve got to make the most of it.

*Jack blushed a bit before nodding. Kevin roughly ruffled Jack’s hair, which made him flinch a bit.*

❤️ - We may be human, but she’s still my little sister. Don’t get too comfortable with her.

*Jack quickly nodded while Katelynn looked at Kevin with a pout; Michelle smiled at him.*

💜 - C’mon, Kev, let them have their fun on their own; they deserve it.

*Kevin sighed a bit before looking at Michelle with a slight smile.*

❤️ - For you, I’ll try.

*Michelle smiled and kissed Kevin’s cheek.*

💜 - Now then, we shouldn’t waste time; let’s enjoy this dare until it lasts.

*Kevin nodded and held Michelle’s hand before the group separated. As a few of the kids were playing chase, a young guy with short, dark blue hair and dark brown eyes, wearing a long-sleeved light blue blouse with his blue bowtie around his neck, a dark blue vest, blue slacks, yellow gloves, and yellow dress shoes, looked at his hands.*

💙 - Huggy don’t know how to feel about this...

*A hot pink-gloved finger poked Huggy Wuggy’s cheek, which made him growl a bit. Huggy Wuggy turned his head to the source and saw a young woman with curly, pink hair in a ponytail by a light blue hair tie and emerald green eyes, wearing a short, hot pink dress, hot pink gloves with light blue cuffs, a light blue pearl necklace, and hot pink shoes with light blue cuffed socks, grinning at him.*

🕷️ - Why such a gloomy face, little puppy? You should be happy about being human for a day.

*Huggy Wuggy tried biting Mommy Long Legs’s finger, but she quickly pulled away. Mommy Long Legs looked behind Huggy Wuggy before smiling.*

🕷️ - I know that a certain someone is definitely happy.

*A yellow-gloved finger poked Huggy Wuggy’s shoulder, which surprised him. Huggy Wuggy turned to the source and saw a young woman with short, pink hair and brown eyes, wearing a long-sleeved pink blouse with her blue bowtie around her neck, a pink skirt, yellow gloves, and yellow dress shoes, smiling at him. Huggy Wuggy blushed a bit and faced the young woman.*

💙 - (lowly) Kissy...

*Kissy Missy wrapped her arms around Huggy Wuggy, which made him blush a lot.*

🩷 - Huggy look handsome.

*Huggy Wuggy smiled before wrapping his arms around Kissy Missy.*

💙 - Kissy look beautiful...

*Mommy Long Legs smiled at the couple before walking away. As a few of the young humans were playing with toys or drawing on paper in the lobby area, Jack and Katelynn were sitting on the couch.*

💛 - So... is there anything in particular you want to do?

*Katelynn rested her head in her hands with a hum.*

💖 - To be honest, I haven’t thought about what to do. It’s been so long since we’ve been human that we don’t know how to be human.

*Jack looked down and nodded.*

💛 - (lowly) Yeah...

🐰 - Hey guys!

*The duo turned their heads to the source and saw a young boy with short, blonde hair and brown eyes, wearing a yellow shirt, green overalls, and yellow shoes, along with six other young people: one with red hair, one with orange hair, one with sunflower yellow hair, one with green hair, one with purple hair, and one with pink hair, with outfits similar to Huggy Wuggy and Kissy Missy approach them. The duo looked at the group when they were close.*

💛 - Bunzo? What’s going on?

*Bunzo Bunny smiled at Jack.*

🐰 - The Mini Huggies, Mini Kissy, and I were gonna play tag, so we were wondering if you two want to play.

*Katelynn smiled and stood up.*

💖 - That sounds like fun.

*Katelynn looked at Jack.*

💖 - C’mon, we should join them.

*Jack smiled a bit and stood up.*

💛 - Alright.

*Bunzo Bunny smiled and pointed at Jack.*

🐰 - In that case, you’re it!

*Jack flinched as Bunzo Bunny, the Mini Huggies, and Mini Kissy ran in different directions. Katelynn giggled before running away; Jack looked in her direction before giggling a bit and running forward. As the group played tag, a woman with fair skin, red hair in pigtails, and blue eyes, wearing a long blue dress with bows, observed them. Unbeknownst to the woman, a hand was placed on her shoulder, which surprised her; she turned her head to the source and saw Matthew as he removed his hand.*

🧡 - Are you alright, Poppy?

*Poppy stared at Matthew before sighing and looking down.*

🟥 - Well... a lot has been going through my mind...

*Poppy clenched her dress.*

🟥 - I was so driven by revenge that I was willing to sacrifice others for it.

*Poppy looked at Jack as he tagged Bunzo Bunny, which made him laugh before he started chasing the Mini Kissy.*

🟥 - If Misha hadn’t added her plan to mine... things would’ve been different... and a lot of lives would’ve been lost.

*Tears fell from Poppy’s eyes, and she covered her mouth with her right hand.*

🟥 - (lowly) My selfishness could’ve gotten almost all of us killed...

*Matthew frowned a bit and looked down.*

🧡 - While it’s true that things could’ve ended horribly wrong, you chose to listen to Misha’s plan instead of refusing.

*Poppy uncovered her mouth and looked at Matthew as he looked forward.*

🧡 - You may not see it or know it, but you’ve changed since your first time at Safe Haven.

*Poppy looked forward and saw Tulip tackle Ivy on the ground, which made the others playing tag look at her worried. Soon after, the duo laughed, which made the others laugh.*

🧡 - Whether it was Misha’s influence or not, it’s a good change for you.

*Poppy stared at Matthew before smiling a bit.*

🟥 - Thank you for that, Matthew.

*Matthew smiled.*

🧡 - Anytime...

*In a separate area, a young guy with short, bright yellow hair and brown eyes, wearing a yellow tank top, a necklace with a red star pendant on it, red shorts, and orange sandals, was kicking the soccer ball in the air.*

⭐️ - C’mon, guys, we shouldn’t stand by and do nothing! Let’s play some soccer!

*A young man with short, light blue hair and hazel eyes, wearing a light blue button-up shirt, a necklace with a lightbulb pendant on it, blue glasses, blue suspenders, and brown dress shoes, crossed his arms.*

💡 - Not all of us want to play soccer, Kickin’. Some of us like to—

*The soccer shot toward Bubba Bubbaphant and hit his face, which knocked his glasses off. The soccer bounced toward KickinChicken before he grabbed it with a sweatdrop.*

⭐️ - (lowly) Uh... whoops...

*Bubba Bubbaphant picked his glasses up and put them back on before glaring at KickinChicken and cracking his knuckles.*

💡 - You’ll regret that.

*KickinChicken dropped the soccer ball and ran away as Bubba Bubbaphant started chasing him. A young woman with pink hair in pigtails and brown eyes, wearing a pink shirt, a necklace with an apple pendant on it, dark pink overalls, and black cowgirl boots, stared at the duo before sighing.*

🍎 - (lowly) Sometimes he never learns...

*A young woman with long, aqua blue hair and hazel eyes, wearing a necklace with a color wheel pendant on it and a long white dress, looked at the soccer ball before approaching it and picking it up. She smiled at PickyPiggy.*

🎨 - Care to join me in playing soccer?

*PickyPiggy looked at CraftyCorn before shrugging her shoulders.*

🍎 - Why not? It wouldn’t hurt to have a little fun.

*PickyPiggy turned her head to a young woman with bright green hair in a pixie cut, wearing a green tank top, a necklace with a lightning bolt pendant on it, green shorts, and green sneakers, and a young woman with slightly dark skin, short bright red hair, and brown eyes, wearing a red shirt, a necklace with a heart pendant on it, a frilly red skirt, and red shoes.*

🍎 - Hoppy, Bobby, you playing?

*Hoppy Hopscotch crossed her arms behind her head.*

⚡️ - Sure, it sounds fun.

*Bobby BearHug smiled.*

💝 - If we’re playing in teams, I’d like to be in Hoppy’s team.

*Hoppy Hopscotch looked at Bobby BearHug with a blush while PickyPiggy gave her a thumbs-up.*

🍎 - Sounds good.

*Bobby BearHug held Hoppy Hopscotch’s hand and smiled at her.*

💝 - Well then, let’s get going!

*Hoppy Hopscotch blushed and nodded as she and Bobby BearHug approached the duo. A young guy with short, bright orange hair and two different eye colors: his right eye is brown, and his left eye is hazel, wearing an orange shirt, a necklace with a sun pendant on it, orange shorts, and orange shoes, observed the group as they played with the soccer ball. He looked at a young guy with short, purple hair and amber eyes, wearing a purple sweater, a necklace with a crescent moon pendant on it, black pants, and black shoes, sitting on the ground.*

☀️ - Would you like to join them, CatNap?

*CatNap looked at the group before looking down.*

🌙 - Would they even want me to?

*DogDay tilted his head.*

☀️ - Why wouldn’t they?

*CatNap deadpanned at DogDay.*

🌙 - Are you that naive?

*CatNap looked at the group playing soccer as Bubba Bubbaphant tackled KickinChicken to the ground and noogied his head, which made the girls laugh.*

🌙 - The past is never forgotten, and I’ve done a lot of horrible things in the past...

*CatNap looked down.*

🌙 - Even though they say things with a smile, they haven’t forgiven me for what I’ve done...

*DogDay remained silent and looked down. Soon after, DogDay sat next to CatNap, which made him glance at him.*

☀️ - Well, it takes time for others to forgive you.

*DogDay turned his head to CatNap.*

☀️ - But sometimes their actions speak much louder than words. And your actions during your time with Misha’s group in the prison were very loud... especially when you freed her from the Doctor’s place. That act alone is why the smaller Smiling Critters didn’t fear you anymore.

*DogDay placed his hand on CatNap’s shoulder.*

☀️ - You shouldn’t be hard on yourself, Theo... you deserve this second chance.

*CatNap stared at DogDay before hiding his mouth in his shirt.*

🌙 - (slightly muffled) Thank you, Arthur...

*DogDay smiled and stood up before turning to CatNap and holding his hand out.*

☀️ - Now then, would you like to join me and the others in a game of soccer?

*CatNap stared at DogDay’s hand before looking behind him; he noticed the group behind him look at him and smile. Soon after, CatNap smiled a bit and took DogDay’s hand before he helped him stand up.*

🌙 - I would like to, if that’s alright.

*DogDay smiled and let go of CatNap’s hand before the duo approached the others. In the lobby area, a young boy with short, blue hair with purple streaks covering his eyes, wearing a blue and purple striped shirt, blue pants, and purple shoes, was drawing on a piece of paper on the table. A woman with long, blonde hair and dark brown eyes, wearing a yellow short-sleeved office shirt, a crimson tie, and light blue overalls with a red polka-dotted skirt, sat on the couch with a man with short, crimson red hair and gray eyes, wearing a doctor’s uniform, and a young woman with short, green hair and green eyes, wearing a green shirt, green pants, and green shoes.*

🤖 - I never thought I would see this day come.

*Medic nodded in agreement.*

➕ - It almost seems unrealistic.

*PJ Pug-A-Pillar approached Miss Delight and showed her a drawing of the group. Miss Delight smiled and ruffled PJ Pug-A-Pillar’s head with her left hand.*

📏 - Realistic or not, it’s happening on this day. We should enjoy it while it lasts.

*Medic and Scout nodded in agreement. A young boy with slightly dark skin, rainbow locs, dark brown eyes, and a tooth poking out of his mouth, wearing a rainbow shirt and matching shorts, and orange shoes, smiled at a young boy with short, light green hair and dark brown eyes, wearing a green shirt with keyboard notes running through the center, green pants, and green shoes.*

🦁 - I don’t know about you, Pianosaurus, but this is the best day ever!

*Pianosaurus nodded.*

🎵 - Everyone’s happy...

💀 - Hey, you two...

*The duo turned their heads to the source and saw a young group approach them: a girl with shaggy black hair and dark brown eyes, wearing a black tank top and matching shorts, a necklace with a skull pendant on it, and black shoes, a boy with a red mohawk and dark brown eyes, wearing a red shirt, a necklace with a dollar sign pendant on it, red shorts, and red shoes, a girl with long, white hair and hazel eyes, wearing a white and pink stripped shirt, pink shorts, a necklace with a blood pendant on it, and pink sandals, a person with indigo hair and brown eyes, wearing a large indigo shirt and matching pants, a necklace with a thundercloud pendant on it, and purple shoes, a boy with short, green hair and green eyes, wearing a black shirt and a green jacket, green shorts, a necklace with a crossbones pendant on it, and green sandals, a boy with short, black hair and yellow streaks and brown eyes, wearing a yellow and black shirt and matching shorts, a necklace with a biohazard pendant on it, and black shoes, a girl with short, turquoise hair and brown eyes, wearing a turquoise tank top and matching shorts, a necklace with a shark tooth pendant on it, and turquoise sandals, and a boy with short, gray hair and blue eyes, wearing a gray shirt, a necklace with a fish bone pendant on it, gray pants, and black shoes. The duo looked at the group.*

🦁 - Is there something you want from us?

*Simon Smoke looked at the duo.*

💲 - We’re bored, so we want to play a game with you two.

*Pianosaurus tilted his head.*

🎵 - What kind of game...?

*Rabie Baby grinned a bit.*

🩸 - It’s a simple one: You two will be the monsters chasing us and trying to catch us.

*Yarnaby and Pianosaurus looked at one another before smiling at the group.*

🦁 - Sounds fun; let’s do it!

*The Nightmare Critters smiled, and they ran in separate directions before Yarnaby and Pianosaurus ran in different directions. Michelle, who was lying against Kevin and holding his left hand with hers, observed the group as Yarnaby caught Rabie Baby, which made her laugh.*

💜 - They look like they’re having fun; want to join them?

*Kevin lay his head on Michelle’s shoulder.*

❤️ - Nah... I’d rather enjoy this moment than play with others.

*Michelle chuckled a bit and rubbed her left thumb against the back of Kevin’s hand.*

💜 - Very well...

*When Michelle looked at her beaded bracelet on her right wrist, she looked down with somber eyes and a slight frown. When Kevin looked at Michelle, he noticed her expression, which surprised him.*

❤️ - You alright, Misha?

*Michelle sighed.*

💜 - Well... I’ve been thinking about the plan we had to expose the Prototype, and well...

*Michelle brought her right hand close to her chest.*

💜 - I knew that doing it was a huge risk and possible sacrifices would’ve been made for it to work, but still...

*Michelle frowned and clenched her right fist.*

💜 - It makes me wonder if I could’ve done something different. Or if I should’ve been more observant of my surroundings after throwing Poppy toward Kissy.

*Kevin stared at Michelle with a slight frown.*

❤️ - Is this... about you losing your arms?

*Tears pricked Michelle’s eyes before she nodded.*

💜 - I didn’t think it would’ve been a big deal because I knew amputating my broken arms was the only way to save me. But now that I have them back for this day... it made me realize what I’ve lost...

*Michelle turned to Kevin as she raised their held hands.*

💜 - I may be able to touch things with my prosthetic arms, but I won’t get to feel anything from them ever again... not even the warmth of your hands.

*Michelle lay her head against Kevin’s chest and trembled.*

💜 - And I have no one to blame but myself.

*Kevin frowned and petted Michelle’s head.*

❤️ - Hey now, you’re not the one to blame for losing your arms. The Prototype probably expected this to happen.

*As Michelle looked at Kevin, he wiped her tears away with his free hand.*

❤️ - Also, there are other ways you can feel things.

*Kevin placed his hand against Michelle’s cheek and caressed it with his thumb.*

❤️ - For example, my hand against your cheek; you feel that, right?

*Michelle looked at the hand against her cheek before nodding.*

💜 - (lowly) Yeah... it feels nice...

*Kevin smiled a bit before laying his forehead against Michelle’s.*

❤️ - And you can also feel this, too, right?

*Michelle nodded.*

❤️ - Then you don’t need your hands to feel; the sensation is in your head. All you have to do is remember it.

*Kevin pulled their held hands close to his chest.*

❤️ - And I’ll help you if you forget what it’s supposed to feel like.

*Michelle stared at Kevin before smiling.*

💜 - Thank you, Kevin.

*Kevin smiled before kissing Michelle, which made her close her eyes and reciprocate. Smoke suddenly covered the couple; when it was clear, Kevin was in his toy form while Michelle’s prosthetic arms returned. When the couple pulled away, they looked at one another.*

💜 - Seems like the day is over.

*Kevin sighed a bit.*

❤️ - That’s a shame... it was nice being human for once...

*Michelle giggled before laying her head against Kevin’s chest, which made him look at her.*

💜 - Human or not, you’re still the one I love and care about.

*Kevin smiled before wrapping his arm around Michelle, and they continued cuddling.*

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🌙 - Some of the toys find your hidden messages a little off-putting, but as long as those hidden messages aren’t threats to Angel or the group, we don’t care.

*CatNap lay on the ground.*

🌙 - As for your request... since you were kind to ask, I’ll allow it.

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*Kevin stared at the question before looking forward and crossing his arms.*

❤️ - I don’t know what I did to piss you off, and I don’t really care.

*Kevin sternly looked forward.*

❤️ - You can say whatever the hell you want about me, but I’ll say this...

*Kevin glared forward as his body bubbled.*

❤️ - If you say that shit to Katie or Misha, you should count your blessings that you’re nowhere near me because I’ll show no mercy to those who insult my loved ones.

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💜 - You guys really like seeing me get hugged, huh? Not that I think it’s a bad thing, I don’t mind the hugs. But I think this is the third dare where I get hugged.

*The toys looked at Michelle as she sighed and turned to them.*

💜 - Alright, let’s do this.

*KickinChicken raised his hand, which made the others look at him, surprised.*

⭐️ - Before we start this dare, could I suggest something?

*Michelle looked at KickinChicken, confused.*

💜 - Uh... that depends on the suggestion.

*KickinChicken pointed at Kevin and Katelynn, which surprised them.*

⭐️ - Those two should get to hug you last.

*The group looked at KickinChicken, shocked; Katelynn looked at him with slime tears pricking her eyes and covering her mouth with her hand.*

💖 - How could you suggest such a horrible thing...?

*Kevin glared at KickinChicken and sharpened his claws while Jack glared at him and extended his red teeth, both growling and their bodies bubbling, which made him panic. Michelle placed her finger against her chin with a hum.*

💜 - I think I understand what you’re saying.

*The group looked at Michelle as she approached Katelynn.*

💜 - When it comes to relationships and connections, I have the closest connection to Kevin and Katie.

*When Michelle was close to Katelynn, she petted her head with one hand and wiped her slime tears away with the other.*

💜 - So you’re suggesting that these two should hug me last because you want to save the best for last in my eyes.

*Michelle looked at KickinChicken.*

💜 - Does that sum it up?

*KickinChicken quickly nodded.*

⭐️ - Yes, exactly that! I love that big brain of yours.

*Kevin glared at KickinChicken with a growl, which made him flinch; Katelynn pouted a bit.*

💖 - You could’ve worded that better...

*KickinChicken placed his hands together.*

⭐️ - My bad, Katie...

*Michelle looked at Katelynn.*

💜 - Well, if you’d like, I could give you your hug right now instead; that’s up to you.

*Katelynn crossed her arms with a hum.*

💖 - You know what, I’ll go with Kickin’s suggestion and hug you last.

*Michelle smiled a bit.*

💜 - Very well then, I’ll respect your decision.

*Michelle looked at Kevin.*

💜 - How about you, Kev?

*Kevin rubbed the back of his neck in thought until he saw Katelynn giving him puppy dog eyes. Kevin sighed with a slight smile.*

❤️ - Alright, alright, I’ll wait with you, Katie.

*Katelynn smiled and giggled while moving her tail. Michelle looked at the other toys and held her arms out.*

💜 - Well then, who wants to be the first—

*Before Michelle could finish, Yarnaby tackled her to the ground, which made the group flinch. Yarnaby lay on top of Michelle, purring; she looked at him with a slight chuckle and petted his head.*

💜 - I guess Yarnaby is first...

*Kevin approached Katelynn and placed his hand on top of her head.*

❤️ - You sure you wanna go with this? There are times that you can be a little... antsy when waiting.

*Katelynn huffed a bit before crossing her arms and looking away.*

💖 - I have no idea what you’re talking about; I have great patience.

*Kevin chuckled a bit and patted Katelynn’s head.*

❤️ - Whatever you say, Katie.

*Katelynn looked at Kevin with an angry pout as the other toys surrounded Michelle and Yarnaby. After five minutes had passed, Michelle had her arms wrapped around Poppy while the Nightmare Critters had their arms wrapped around her. Unbeknownst to the group, Katelynn observed them while moving her tail. Kevin looked at Katelynn with a slight smirk and snickered, which made her flinch before looking away and crossing her arms with a huff.*

*After five minutes had passed, Michelle had her arms wrapped around Bunzo Bunny, PJ Pug-A-Pillar wrapped most of his entire body around her, and Mommy Long Legs had her arms wrapped around the trio; Katelynn looked at the group with a slight whine. After five minutes had passed, Michelle had her arms wrapped around Pianosaurus’s neck, the Mini Huggies and the Mini Kissy had their arms wrapped around her, and Huggy Wuggy and Kissy Missy wrapped their arms in between them; Katelynn was getting slightly annoyed and moved her tail a bit in irritation. After five minutes had passed, Michelle had her arms wrapped around CatNap’s neck while Bobby BearHug and CraftyCorn wrapped their arms around her. As the other larger Smiling Critters waited, Katelynn growled a bit as her tail moved faster.*

*As time passed, Matthew and Jack had their arms wrapped around Michelle. Katelynn sat on the couch and observed the group as her tail moved in irritation. Kevin leaned against the back of the couch and looked at the trio.*

❤️ - They look like they’re having a good time.

*Katelynn turned her head away.*

💖 - I’m not in the mood...

*Kevin turned his head to Katelynn with a grin.*

❤️ - Ooh... someone has a grumpy attitude.

*Katelynn glared at Kevin, and her blue teeth came out.*

💖 - Maybe I’d be in a better mood if someone wasn’t being a dick.

*Kevin sternly looked at Katelynn.*

❤️ - Hey now, I’m still you’re older brother; there’s no need to get nasty.

*Katelynn growled before getting up and walking away, which made Kevin look at her.*

❤️ - Hey, we aren’t done talking!

*As Kevin followed Katelynn, Michelle looked at the siblings, concerned. When Kevin caught up to Katelynn, he placed his hand on her shoulder.*

❤️ - Would you stop? There’s no need to be angry.

*Katelynn swatted Kevin’s hand off her shoulder before glaring at him.*

💖 - Oh, so you getting angry is no problem, but when I get angry, there’s a problem; how hypocritical is that?!

*Kevin crossed his arms.*

❤️ - I’m not being a hypocrite; I just don’t see why you need to be angry in the first place.

*Katelynn pointed at Kevin.*

💖 - Well, when someone thinks it’s a fun idea to tease the younger sibling, it would make them furious!

*Kevin was baffled.*

❤️ - Seriously, is this about the dare? It’s just a hug with Misha for five minutes; that shouldn’t be a big deal.

*Katelynn glared at Kevin with slime tears pricking her eyes.*

💖 - It is when she isn’t crying or worried about me for once!

*Kevin froze.*

❤️ - What?

*Slime tears fell from Katelynn’s eyes as she looked away.*

💖 - From regaining my memories to traversing the Doctor’s lair... most of the hugs I get from Big Sister are either she’s bawling her eyes out or she’s worried about my well-being...

*Katelynn sat on the ground and placed her hand against her head as her slime tears landed on the ground.*

💖 - The only time she was happy in a hug... was when I gave her one in the Mining Pit after I repaired her bracelet with the smaller toys... I just...

*Katelynn covered her eyes with her hands and wrapped her tail around herself.*

💖 - I just want a happy hug with her... like she always does back in Playcare...

*Kevin frowned and looked away; soon after, he sat next to Katelynn and placed his hand on top of her head.*

❤️ - I didn’t think this would be a big deal to you, but I clearly was wrong... and I was being a dick about all of it without realizing it.

*Katelynn removed her hands from her eyes and glanced at Kevin as he looked down.*

❤️ - I’m really sorry that I did that to you, Katie... I should’ve been a better brother...

*Katelynn remained silent and looked down. Soon after, Katelynn lay her head against Kevin’s shoulder, which made him look at her.*

💖 - Just promise me you won’t do something like that again...

*Kevin slightly smiled and petted Katelynn’s head.*

❤️ - I promise...

*Katelynn smiled at Kevin until they heard someone clear their throat, which made them flinch. The siblings turned their heads to the source and saw Michelle.*

❤️ - Uh... how much did you hear?

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - Pretty much everything.

*Katelynn looked down as Michelle sat next to her.*

💜 - Is that how you felt every time I hugged you?

*Katelynn looked away before nodding.*

💖 - I just... don’t like seeing you sad...

*Michelle smiled before wrapping her arms around Katelynn, which surprised her.*

💜 - It’s true that I was crying for you back in the Doctor’s room out of sadness...

*Michelle looked down.*

💜 - But... all of that sadness washed away when you regained your memories.

*Michelle looked at Katelynn.*

💜 - Also, I’m always going to worry about you because you’re like a little sister to me as well. Besides Yarnaby, why do you think I was hugging the others in groups?

*Katelynn looked away.*

💖 - Because it was a faster way to finish the dare.

*Michelle smiled.*

💜 - Because it was the quickest way to get to the best for last.

*Katelynn was surprised and looked at Michelle.*

💜 - I thought I told you and the group that I didn’t mind more than one hug.

*Katelynn flinched a bit as she remembered angrily pouting at Kevin while Michelle talked to the other toys, while Yarnaby lay on top of her. Katelynn turned her head away with a sweatdrop.*

💖 - I... may have gotten a little distracted...

*Michelle sighed with a slight smile and shook her head.*

💜 - You Barnes siblings; always thinking with your emotions instead of your heads.

*The siblings looked at Michelle.*

❤️ & 💖 - Hey!

*Michelle snorted a bit before laughing; the siblings stared at her until Katelynn giggled while Kevin slightly chuckled. After the laughing subsided, Katelynn wrapped her arms around Michelle and wagged her tail.*

💖 - Thank you for that, Big Sister.

*Michelle smiled and petted Katelynn’s head.*

💜 - Anytime, Katie.

*After the duo let go, Michelle stood up.*

💜 - OK, that was five minutes with Katie, so all that’s left is—

*Kevin wrapped his arms around Michelle before he pulled her close.*

❤️ - My turn.

*Michelle chuckled a bit and petted Kevin’s head.*

💜 - Yeah, yeah, the remaining one.

*Katelynn realized something and looked at Michelle.*

💖 - Hang on, if you were hugging the others besides Yarnaby in groups, how come you didn’t do that with me and Big Brother?

*Michelle looked at Katelynn.*

💜 - Well, it looked like you were in a bad mood, so I figured it would be best if you got a hug on your own.

*Kevin slightly grinned at Katelynn.*

❤️ - So much for your ‘great patience’.

*Katelynn looked at Kevin with a slight growl before thinking of something. Soon after, Katelynn stood up and turned away.*

💖 - Whatever, it doesn’t bother me anymore.

*Katelynn grinned at Kevin.*

💖 - Since you were adamant about being Big Sister’s farmer husband, enjoy your five minutes with my future sister-in-law.

*Michelle was shocked and blushed while Kevin flinched and growled at Katelynn, which made her giggle before she slid away. Michelle turned her head to Kevin.*

💜 - Did you actually say that?

*Kevin flinched and turned his head away.*

❤️ - I... well, uh...

*Kevin looked down with a red face.*

❤️ - It happened when you were unconscious, and I said it in the heat of the moment... I was definitely not thinking straight...

*Michelle stared at Kevin before looking down.*

💜 - So then... did you actually mean what you said?

*Kevin stared at Michelle before looking away with a slight frown.*

❤️ - Well... I don’t think it’s a terrible idea, but we’re still young. Plus... I’m no longer human, so—

*Michelle placed her finger against Kevin’s mouth, which surprised him.*

💜 - I’m gonna stop you right there, because what you would’ve said next is a stupid excuse.

*Michelle removed her finger from Kevin’s mouth before turning to him.*

💜 - That’s why I said ‘wishful thinking’ in the first place. Because I knew that we can’t get what we want, the world isn’t fair to us.

*Michelle lay her head against Kevin’s chest, which made him look at her.*

💜 - The age thing I do get, though; we’ve been dating for what, roughly a month?

*Kevin glanced away.*

❤️ - Well, if you’re counting the part you were unconscious for about a month, then yeah...

*Michelle looked at Kevin.*

💜 - Then something like marriage is something we shouldn’t rush. Even if I were the one you wanted to marry in an instant, stuff like this takes time. We shouldn’t think of it like a race; we should take it at our own pace.

*Kevin stared at Michelle before smiling a bit and laying his forehead against hers.*

❤️ - You always know the right words to say when it comes to serious topics.

*Michelle smiled before the couple kissed; after they separated, Kevin lay his head on top of hers, which made her glance at him.*

💜 - I think that conversation took about five minutes, maybe more.

*Kevin huffed a bit.*

❤️ - Don’t care.

*Michelle chuckled a bit and petted Kevin’s head.*

💜 - I swear, for someone of your stature, you’re such a cuddlebug.

*Kevin chuckled a bit and cuddled with Michelle, which made her smile a bit.*

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*Michelle rubbed the back of her neck.*

💜 - Well, it just so happens that my orphanage was about five or six blocks away from the factory. I used to pass by it when I was sneaking out for parkour practice.

*Michelle looked down and crossed her arms.*

💜 - And when I ran away from my orphanage, I coincidentally ran in the same direction as back then. Had I not seen that building, I probably would’ve been soaking wet from the rain.

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*Kevin looked at the question with a raised brow.*

❤️ - Seriously? That’s why you’re pissed at me.

*Kevin sighed.*

❤️ - Listen, I don’t know what it’s like in your world or dimension or whatever, but where I’m from... I’m also guilty of destroying Safe Haven.

*Unbeknownst to Kevin, Michelle eyed him from a distance before slowly approaching him.*

❤️ - I helped Misha plant the explosives. I helped her reroute the gas into the foundation.

*Kevin looked down with a frown and crossed his arms.*

❤️ - And even though I knew that this was the Prototype’s doing... I hate myself because I’m the reason for destroying the one place I called home...

*Michelle hugged Kevin and lay her head against his back, which made him look at her, surprised.*

❤️ - When did you—

💜 - You’re not the only one who destroyed Safe Haven.

*Kevin froze.*

💜 - I have the same amount of guilt as you do, if not more, because I told everyone to do nothing about it...

*Michelle lifted her head and looked at Kevin with tears pricking her eyes.*

💜 - Also, I don’t want to hear that bullshit about you hating yourself. You’ve got people here that love you, Kevin... especially me and your sister...

*Kevin stared at Michelle before smiling a bit.*

❤️ - I guess I forgot when I said that... sorry...

*Michelle smiled before kissing Kevin. After the couple separated, Michelle lay her head against Kevin’s.*

💜 - So, who was the jackass that made you upset?

*Kevin chuckled a bit.*

❤️ - I wouldn’t worry about them; we can’t reach them and vice versa.

*Michelle hummed.*

💜 - (lowly) I see...

*Before Michelle pulled away, Kevin wrapped his arms around her, which surprised her.*

❤️ - Could you stay with me for a little longer?

*Michelle smiled.*

💜 - Of course...

*After Kevin sat down, Michelle sat in his lap before he wrapped his arms around her and lay his head on top of hers.*

❤️ - (lowly) Thanks...

*Michelle smiled and petted Kevin’s head.*

💜 - Anytime, sweetheart...

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🌟 - Oho... someone has read one of my other stories; that’s nice to hear. I’ll talk to Bobby and Medic about Yarnaby’s teeth situation.

*Author flew forward until they saw the group.*

🌟 - For now, though, I figured I’d do something special for your kindness.

*Author started shining until a portal appeared on the roof, which made the group look at it. Some of the larger toys stood before the smaller toys, while the others and Michelle looked at the portal.*

💜 - Must be another dare involving a group.

*Soon after, a human group came out of the portal before hitting the ground. Michelle looked at the group, surprised.*

💜 - They’re humans.

*Matthew looked at the group.*

🧡 - Not entirely...

*Michelle turned her head to Matthew as he narrowed his eyes.*

🧡 - Unless there’s a skin condition I don’t know about, humans don’t have pink skin, a pointy head, or webbed arms.

*Jack spotted a young guy with a black-feathered bird head and red eyes, wearing a black shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, black socks, and blue slippers, and a guy with short, blonde hair and black eyes, and a tail with blonde hair at the tip, wearing an orange shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, gray socks, and blue slippers, which shocked him.*

💛 - There’s even a guy with a bird’s head and a guy with a tail!

*Michelle placed her right hand on Matthew’s shoulder and her left hand on Jack’s head, which made them look at her.*

💜 - We shouldn’t jump to conclusions; for all we know, they could be costumes. The best course of action in this situation is to talk to them.

*Kevin looked at the group with a sweatdrop as they talked.*

❤️ - It’s a good idea, but there’s one problem with that.

*Michelle turned her head to Kevin.*

💜 - And that is?

*Kevin shaped his hand into a megaphone before holding it out to Michelle, which made her look at it.*

❤️ - Listen to them talk.

*Michelle brought her ear close to the megaphone.*

👟 - ここはどこ？ (Where are we?)

*A young girl with long, curly, neon purple hair in a ponytail, and brown eyes, wearing a light purple tank top, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, light purple socks, and pink slippers, looked around the area.*

🐾 - よく分からないけど、ここは変な場所だ。(I’m not sure; this place is weird.)

*Michelle pursed her lips and pulled away as Kevin reformed his hand.*

❤️ - Unless they know some form of English, they’re speaking in a different language.

*Michelle turned her head to the back.*

💜 - Does anybody know how to speak Japanese?

*The group shook their heads, which made Michelle sigh in annoyance.*

💜 - (lowly) Well, that’s just great...

*Author floated beside the group, which made them look at them.*

🌟 - That can be fixed.

*The group heard a loud-pitched noise, which made them flinch and cover their ears in pain. When the noise subsided, Michelle uncovered her ears and sternly looked at Author.*

💜 - What the hell was that for?!

*Author looked at Michelle.*

🌟 - Sorry about that, but now you guys can understand them and vice versa.

*Michelle was surprised and looked at Kevin, which made him nod and form his hand into a megaphone. Michelle brought her ear close to the megaphone as a little girl with long, pale blue-gray hair, a small horn coming out of her head, and red eyes, wearing a white dress shirt with a frilled collar and a red pinafore, gray tights, and tan boots, clenched a man with messy shoulder-length, black hair and black eyes, wearing a black long-sleeved shirt and matching pants, a gray scarf, a utility belt, and black boots.*

🤍 - (lowly) I’m scared...

*The man petted the girl’s head.*

🧣 - Don’t worry, we’ll keep you safe.

*Michelle was shocked and pulled away as Kevin reformed his hand.*

💜 - That’s incredible; we can understand them now.

*When a young guy with short, blonde hair with a black lightning bolt-shaped streak on it, wearing a black shirt that says ‘Thunder Bolt’ on it, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, blue socks, and blue slippers, looked at the group, his face went pale.*

🌩️ - Uh, guys... we aren’t alone in this place.

*The human group turned their heads to Michelle’s group.*

🥦 - There are people in here...

*A short guy with purple balls in the shape of a mohawk on his head and black eyes, wearing a white and gray striped shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, gray socks, and blue slippers, examined the group.*

🍇 - A lot of them are shaped like toys, that’s so—

*When he spotted Michelle, he was shocked.*

🍇 - (lowly) Oh my God, I think I’m in love.

*The blonde-haired guy with the lightning streak smiled at Michelle.*

🌩️ - (lowly) I know what you mean; even with the prosthetic arms, she’s a real hottie.

*The duo quickly approached Michelle, which made her flinch.*

🌩️ - Hey cutie, what’s your name?

*The short guy looked at Michelle.*

🍇 - You have an amazing figure.

*Before Michelle could do anything, Kevin stood over her and glared at the duo, growling, and his body boiling, which made them flinch and collapse on their butts.*

❤️ - The hell do you think you’re doing, huh?!

*The duo panicked and held one another. As most of the group behind the duo took fighting stances, the man covered the girl’s head and looked at Kevin before his eyes started glowing red. Matthew looked at the man, surprised.*

🧡 - (in head) What is that man doing?

*Soon after, the man looked at Kevin, shocked, before focusing on Michelle as she quickly wrapped his arms around his neck.*

💜 - Kevin, stop! No attacking them!

*Kevin turned his head to Michelle.*

❤️ - But these idiots were flirting with you while I was standing right beside you!

*Michelle let go of Kevin’s neck and stood before the duo, which made him look at her.*

💜 - I get that, but you can’t attack them. We don’t attack people who aren’t posing as threats.

*Kevin remained silent as Michelle placed her hands against his cheeks.*

💜 - Plus, I only have eyes for you... no other man.

*Michelle kissed Kevin on his mouth, which shocked the young humans; the man stared at the couple before he blinked. Matthew noticed the red glow in the man’s eyes had disappeared, which made him hum. Michelle pulled away and looked at Kevin.*

💜 - Now please, don’t kill them...

*Kevin stared at the trembling duo behind Michelle; soon after, he sighed, and his body stopped boiling before standing properly.*

❤️ - Fine... only for you...

*Michelle smiled at Kevin before facing the duo and bowing.*

💜 - I apologize on his behalf.

*Before the duo could do anything, the neon purple-haired woman punched their heads, which surprised the group.*

🐾 - No, we should be the ones apologizing; these idiots think with their other heads.

*A young woman with long, spiky black hair in a ponytail and black eyes, wearing a white shirt that says ‘Creaty’ on it, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, white socks, and pink slippers, approached Michelle.*

📖 - I agree...

*The black-haired woman bowed to Michelle.*

📖 - We apologize for their rudeness.

*Michelle waved her hand a bit.*

💜 - It’s fine; they didn’t know any better.

*The human group reluctantly approached Michelle’s group as the duo stood up. Michelle smiled at the group.*

💜 - Anyway, I think introductions are necessary.

*Michelle placed her hand against her chest.*

💜 - My name is Michelle Mercia, but you guys can call me Misha.

*Michelle gestured to Huggy Wuggy, Kissy Missy, and the Mini Huggies, and the Mini Kissy holding her.*

💜 - The big blue guy is Huggy Wuggy. The big pink lady is Kissy Missy. And the little ones holding Kissy are the Mini Huggies; the red one is Rose, the orange one is Tulip, the yellow one is Sunflower or Sunny for short, the green one is Ivy, and the purple one is Lilac. There’s also a Mini Kissy Missy as well.

*Huggy Wuggy and Kissy Missy waved while the Mini Huggies and the Mini Kissy chirped; the guy with the tail looked at them.*

🐒 - (lowly) They look like sock monkeys...

*Michelle gestured to Poppy.*

💜 - This one’s name is Poppy.

*Poppy grabbed part of her dress before curtsying.*

🟥 - How do you do?

*The black-haired woman looked at Poppy.*

📖 - She looks like one of the porcelain dolls I used to have when I was young.

*Michelle gestured to Mommy Long Legs.*

💜 - This lovely lady is Mommy Long Legs.

*Mommy Long Legs bowed her head.*

🕷️ - Pleased to meet you. You can call me Mommy.

*A guy with short, black hair, black eyes, and weirdly shaped elbows, wearing a yellow shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, white socks, and blue slippers, looked at Mommy Long Legs.*

🍊 - A spider toy? Neat...

*Michelle kneeled and placed her hands on top of Bunzo Bunny’s head and PJ Pug-A-Pillar’s head.*

💜 - The bunny toy is Bunzo Bunny, and this half-pug, half-caterpillar toy is PJ Pug-A-Pillar.

*Bunzo Bunny smiled and waved while PJ Pug-A-Pillar barked.*

🐰 - Hi there!

*A tall young guy with a head shaped like a rock and thick, hair-like protrusions, wearing a green shirt with a yellow ‘A’ on it, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, green socks, and blue slippers, looked at the duo with awe. Michelle stood properly and stood by the larger Smiling Critters.*

💜 - These guys are the Smiling Critters...

*Michelle gestured to CatNap.*

💜 - CatNap.

*CatNap bowed his head as Michelle gestured to DogDay.*

💜 - DogDay.

*DogDay waved a bit.*

☀️ - Hello.

*Michelle gestured to Bobby BearHug.*

💜 - Bobby BearHug.

*Bobby BearHug had happy eyes.*

💝 - Pleased to meet you.

*Michelle gestured to Hoppy Hopscotch.*

💜 - Hoppy Hopscotch.

*Hoppy Hopscotch waved a bit.*

⚡️ - ‘Sup.

*Michelle gestured to KickinChicken.*

💜 - KickinChicken.

*KickinChicken had happy eyes and made peace signs.*

⭐️ - Y’all can call me Kickin’.

*Michelle gestured to Bubba Bubbaphant.*

💜 - Bubba Bubbaphant.

*Bubba Bubbaphant waved with his trunk.*

💡 - Pleased to make your acquaintance.

*Michelle gestured to CraftyCorn.*

💜 - CraftyCorn.

*CraftyCorn bowed a bit.*

🎨 - (lowly) Hello...

*Michelle gestured to PickyPiggy.*

💜 - And last, but not least, PickyPiggy.

*PickyPiggy waved her hoof.*

🍎 - Hey there.

*Michelle looked at the humans.*

💜 - There are mini versions of these guys, but naming all of them would take a day.

*The neon purple-haired woman nodded.*

🐾 - That’s understandable.

*Michelle placed her hand on Miss Delight’s shoulder.*

💜 - This is Miss Delight.

*Miss Delight bowed.*

📏 - I’m pleased to make your acquaintance.

*The man hummed a bit as Michelle gestured to the dough trio.*

💜 - Then we have the dough trio.

*Matthew placed his hand against his chest before bowing a bit.*

🧡 - Matthew Hallard, at your service.*

*Jack smiled and waved his arms.*

💛 - I’m Jack Ayers; nice to meet ya!

*Kevin stared at the group before looking away and crossing his arms.*

❤️ - (lowly) Kevin Barnes...

*A young guy with spiky, ash-blonde hair and red eyes, wearing a black shirt with a skull on it, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, black socks, and blue slippers stared at Kevin.*

💜 - These three can combine to create one toy.

*Matthew placed his hands on Jack’s shoulder and Kevin’s shoulder before they fused into Doey, which shocked the group.*

🩵 - Hiya there, pals! I’m Doey the Doughman.

*Doey took his hat off before bowing with it.*

🩵 - It’s nice to meet you all!

*The human group was in awe as Doey put his hat back on before the trio split apart. Michelle placed her hand on Katelynn’s shoulder.*

💜 - And this one is Katelynn Barnes.

*Katelynn smiled and waved while wagging her tail.*

💖 - You can call me Katie; nice to meet you!

*A young woman with short, brown hair, brown eyes, and perpetual pink blush marks, wearing a pink shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, black socks, pink socks, and pink slippers, smiled at Katelynn.*

☄️ - Aw, she’s so cute!

*Most of the girls nodded in agreement, which made Katelynn giggle. Michelle placed her hands on top of Pianosaurus’s head and Yarnaby’s head.*

💜 - The dinosaur toy is Pianosaurus, and the lion toy is Yarnaby.

*Pianosaurus made hum-like noises while Yarnaby looked at the group with bright eyes. A young woman with short, dark purple hair, black eyes, and two plug-like earphone jacks hanging from her earlobes, wearing a light purple and black striped shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, purple socks, and pink slippers, looked at the duo.*

🎧 - That dinosaur toy looks kinda punk rock. The lion toy looks cool too...

*Michelle gestured to Medic and Scout.*

💜 - Then we have our Boogie Bots. The red one is Medic, and the green one is Scout.

*Medic raised his left arm while Scout raised her right arm.*

➕ & 🤖 - Hello.

*A young woman with pink skin, pink hair, horns protruding from her hair, and yellow eyes with black sclera, wearing a leopard print shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, dark pink socks, and pink slippers, looked at the Boogie Bots.*

💃 - (lowly) I wonder if you guys can play music...

*Michelle gestured to the Nightmare Critters.*

💜 - And finally, we got our Nightmare Critters.

*Michelle gestured to Simon Smoke.*

💜 - Simon Smoke.

*Simon Smoke had smug eyes and ran his fingers through his mane.*

💲 - ‘Sup.

*Michelle gestured to Baba Chops.*

💜 - Baba Chops.

*Baba Chops crossed her arms and looked away.*

💀 - (lowly) Hey, I guess...

*Michelle gestured to Poe.*

💜 - Poe.

*Poe bowed his head a bit.*

⛈️ - Pleased to meet you all.

*Michelle gestured to Rabie Baby.*

💜 - Rabie Baby.

*Rabie Baby had mischievous eyes and covered her mouth a bit with her hand.*

🩸 - If you want tea, I’m your gal...

*Michelle gestured to Icky Licky.*

💜 - Icky Licky.

*Icky Licky waved a bit.*

☢️ - Hey.

*Michelle gestured to Allister Gator.*

💜 - Allister Gator.

*Allister Gator waved as Michelle gestured to Maggie Mako.*

💜 - Maggie Mako.

*Maggie Mako had happy eyes.*

🦈 - G’day mates.

*Michelle gestured to Touille.*

💜 - And Touille.

*Touille bowed a bit.*

🐀 - Eet eez nice to meet you.

*The bird-headed guy looked at the Nightmare Critters.*

🐦‍⬛ - (lowly) How interesting...

*Michelle looked at the group.*

💜 - Now that I’ve introduced my group to you, I think it’s fair if you introduce yourselves to us.

*The man nodded.*

🧣 - Fair enough... I’m Shouta Aizawa, a teacher at U.A. High School.

*Michelle tilted her head.*

💜 - U.A. High School? Must be a popular school in Japan because I’ve never heard of it...

*Most of the human group looked at Michelle, shocked.*

🌩️ - Seriously? Have you been living under a rock or something? U.A. is like the most well-known high school in the world!

*Michelle looked at the group with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - Is it? I had no idea...

*Mr. Aizawa stared at Michelle before nodding.*

🧣 - It’s fine; don’t worry about it.

*Both groups looked at Mr. Aizawa as he looked at the little girl.*

🧣 - This young one is under my care.

*The little girl looked at Michelle.*

🤍 - (lowly) I’m Eri...

*Michelle and most of the toys cooed.*

💜 - Aww, she’s so cute.

*Eri held Mr. Aizawa close as he looked at the young humans.*

🧣 - And these are my students in Class 1-A.

*A tall, young man with short, blue hair, blue eyes, and large calves with exhaust pipes coming out of them, wearing a dark blue shirt, glasses, dark blue pants with white vertical lines reaching to his knees, dark blue socks, and blue slippers, turned to the group and made karate-chop motions with his right arm.*

👟 - Everyone, let’s introduce ourselves by seating arrangement!

*Michelle’s group looked at the short, blue-haired man with a sweatdrop.*

💜 - (in head) He’s taking the introductions a little too seriously...

*A young man with a feminine face, with long, blonde hair, and indigo eyes, wearing a white, frilly dress shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, white socks, and blue slippers, ran his fingers through his hair.*

🪩 - You can call moi Yuuga Aoyama; I shine brighter than—

*The pink-skinned girl stood before Yuuga and waved her arms with a smile.*

💃 - I’m Mina Ashido; it’s nice to meet you all!

*A young girl with long, dark green hair in a bow, and big black eyes, wearing a green shirt with a frog head on it, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, green socks, and pink slippers, looked at the group.*

🐸 - Tsuyu Asui, but please call me Tsu.

*The blue-haired guy looked at the group and raised his right arm.*

👟 - I’m Tenya Iida, Class 1-A’s class representative; a pleasure to meet you all.

*Kevin turned his head away.*

❤️ - (lowly) That explains the stick up your ass...

*Michelle hit Kevin’s arm with the back of her hand.*

💜 - (lowly) Don’t be rude, Kevin...

*The brown-haired girl smiled at the group.*

☄️ - I’m Ochako Uraraka, nice to meet you.

*The guy with the tail looked at the group and bowed his head.*

🐒 - I’m Mashirao Ojiro, nice to meet you all.

*The blonde-haired guy with the lightning streak smiled and waved to the group.*

🌩️ - I’m Denki Kaminari.

*A young guy with spiky, red hair and red eyes, wearing a red shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, red socks, and blue slippers, smiled at the group, which revealed sharp teeth.*

🪨 - Hey everyone, I’m Eijirou Kirishima; I hope we can get along.

*When the group looked at the tall guy with the rock-shaped head, he flinched and looked away while tapping his fingers; Kevin raised his brow.*

❤️ - Is the guy deaf or something?

*Michelle turned her head to Kevin.*

💜 - Kevin—

*The neon purple-haired woman stood next to the tall guy with the rock-shaped head.*

🐾 - Actually, he’s really shy and usually communicates in sign language. His name is Kouji Kouda.

*The neon purple-haired woman placed her hand against her chest.*

🐾 - As for me, my name is Mika Lyoko, Class 1-A’s secretary; a pleasure to meet you all.

(A/N - The seating arrangement is probably different in actual Japanese schools, but this is how I have it in my other story.)

*A tall guy with short, gray hair, black eyes, and webbed arms, wearing a blue shirt, a face mask, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, blue socks, and blue slippers, looked at the group.*

🐙 - Mezou Shouji, nice to meet you...

*The dark purple-haired woman looked at the group and twirled one of her jack earlobes around her finger.*

🎧 - The name’s Kyouka Jirou.

*The black-haired guy smiled at the group.*

🍊 - I’m Hanta Sero.

*The bird-headed guy bowed his head.*

🐦‍⬛ - Fumikage Tokoyami; a pleasure to make your acquaintance.

*A tall guy with slightly dark skin, spiky, brown hair, black eyes, and big lips, wearing a white shirt with the word ‘Sugar’ on it, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, yellow socks, and blue slippers, looked at the group.*

🎂 - I’m Rikidou Satou, nice to meet you.

*The ash-blonde-haired guy stared at the group before clicking his tongue and looking away.*

💥 - Why should I give my name to some extras?

*Kevin glared at the ash-blonde-haired guy with a growl, which made Michelle hold his arm. A young guy with curly, green hair, green eyes, and freckles, wearing a green shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, green socks, and blue slippers, looked at the ash-blonde-haired guy in a slight panic and raised his arms a bit.*

🥦 - Kacchan, don’t be mean; all we’re doing is being friendly—

*The ash-blonde-haired guy glared at the green-haired guy, which made him flinch.*

💥 - Shut the hell up, Deku! I don’t trust them?!

*Eijirou wrapped his arm around the ash-blonde-haired guy and looked at the group with a toothy smile.*

🪨 - Don’t mind him, his name is Katsuki Bakugou.

*The green-haired guy smiled at the group.*

🥦 - And I’m Izuku Midoriya; it’s nice to meet you all.

*A young guy with red hair on his left side and white on his right side, a turquoise left eye, a dark gray right eye, and a scar on the left side of his face, wearing a dark blue button-up shirt, dark blue pants with white vertical lines, dark blue socks, and blue slippers, stared at the group.*

❄️ - Shouto Todoroki...

*The short guy smiled at the group.*

🍇 - I’m Minoru Mineta. I’m one of the greatest in the group; please, ladies, contain yourselves.

*Michelle and the female toys gave Minoru a deadpan expression. The black-haired girl bowed.*

📖 - And I’m Momo Yaoyorozu, Class 1-A’s deputy class representative. A pleasure to meet you all.

*Michelle smiled at the group.*

💜 - Now with introductions out of the way, you guys are probably wondering where the heck you are. We can talk more in the lounge area.

*Denki looked at Michelle.*

🌩️ - Before that, can you tell me what your relationship is with the big, angry clay guy?

*Minoru looked at Michelle.*

🍇 - Are you two dating? Have you done the—

*Before Minoru could finish the question, two octopus tentacles wrapped him and Denki, which made Michelle’s and the toys’ eyes widen before they were pulled away. Mika, with octopus tentacles for arms, pulled the duo close to her and glared at them, which made them flinch.*

🐾 - If the kiss wasn’t obvious, then you’re both idiots.

*The duo stared at Mika, scared and shaking; Mr. Aizawa looked in front of them, shocked, and held Eri close.*

🧣 - You three... don’t move...

*The trio turned their heads to Mr. Aizawa, confused. When Mika looked forward, she froze when she saw most of the toys taking fighting stances, growling, while Kissy Missy, CraftyCorn, PickyPiggy, Miss Delight, and Bobby BearHug were protecting the smaller toys. Michelle, with her right hand switched from the Omni-Hand to the orange hand, aimed with her left hand at the trigger and sternly looked at the trio.*

💜 - What the hell is up with your arms? Are you a mutant or something?

*Mika looked at Michelle, surprised.*

🐾 - What? I figured since we all have Quirks, I didn’t think it was a big deal to pull them away from you.

*Michelle sternly looked at Mika.*

💜 - What the hell is a Quirk? I haven’t heard that term before.

*Mika was shocked.*

🐾 - But that’s impossible, everyone knows what a Quirk is... unless...

*Mr. Aizawa looked at Michelle’s group.*

🧣 - They’re not from our dimension.

*The human group turned their heads to Mr. Aizawa as he gestured to his eyes.*

🧣 - I used my Quirk on both Barnes and Mercia; it affected neither of them.

*The human group was shocked as Matthew looked at Mr. Aizawa.*

🧡 - So that’s what the glowing red eyes were about; you were using your ‘Quirk’.

*Mr. Aizawa nodded.*

🧣 - My Quirk’s name is Erasure; I can erase other people’s Quirks. If I use my Quirk for too long, it gives me serious dry eyes.

*Matthew hummed a bit.*

🧡 - Besides the drawback, that’s a pretty impressive ability.

*Momo looked at Mr. Aizawa.*

📖 - You mentioned dimension, Sensei; what are you implying?

*Mr. Aizawa looked at Michelle.*

🧣 - Mercia, if you don’t mind me asking, what’s the year in your world?

*Michelle stared at Mr. Aizawa.*

💜 - 1998.

*The humans stared at Michelle’s group, shocked.*

🧣 - Not only are the years different, they come from a world where Quirks don’t exist.

*Author appeared between the groups.*

🌟 - You’re a very sharp guy; impressive job keeping a cool head.

*Mr. Aizawa looked at Author.*

🧣 - I’m guessing you’re the one who brought us here?

*Author nodded.*

🌟 - That’s right! Call me Author.

*Author swirled around the human group.*

🌟 - You guys are here because I want to show appreciation to one of my requesters in this dare.

*Soon after, Author stopped before Mr. Aizawa.*

🌟 - All I ask is that you don’t kill one another.

*Tenya looked at Author while making arm chopping motions.*

👟 - How preposterous! We would never kill someone?!

*Author looked at Tenya.*

🌟 - Oh, I know.

*Author turned to Michelle’s group.*

🌟 - That was more of a reminder for these guys.

*Michelle remained silent and looked at the human group. Soon after, Michelle sighed and lowered her right arm, which made the toys stop making fighting stances.*

💜 - Alright... they didn’t try attacking us like the two people from the last group, so I guess that’s a plus.

*Tsuyu pointed at Michelle’s right hand.*

🐸 - What is that thing anyway?

*Michelle looked at Tsuyu and raised her right arm.*

💜 - Oh, this thing?

*Michelle aimed her right arm in the air before pulling the trigger with her left hand, which shot a flare out of it. The humans looked at the flare, shocked, as it hit the ground.

💜 - It’s just a Flare Hand; I figured it would be a good, intimidating tactic.

*Denki looked at the toys, confused.*

🌩️ - If the dimension stuff is true, there’s one thing that’s been bothering me. If those guys’ forms aren’t from a Quirk, what are they?

*Michelle’s group remained silent before she sighed and looked at the human group.*

💜 - It’s... a long story. We can talk more in the lobby area.

*The human group looked at one another as Michelle’s group approached the lobby area before following them.*

Chapter Text

*In the lobby area, Michelle told the human group her journey throughout the factory, the Bigger Bodies Initiative, and the loss of her arms. The human group looked at Michelle’s group with widened eyes.*

🥦 - (lowly) The toys with you... were once humans...

*Ochako covered her mouth a bit.*

☄️ - (lowly) That’s awful...

*Michelle’s group remained silent.*

📖 - And to think some of the people in the company knew this dark secret....

*Mika gritted her teeth.*

🐾 - It’s unforgivable...

*The human group nodded in agreement as Mr. Aizawa looked at Michelle.*

🧣 - And there were lives you took?

*Michelle stared at Mr. Aizawa before looking down with a frown.*

💜 - As much as I hate to admit it, yes...

*Mr. Aizawa stared at Michelle.*

🧣 - Was there a reason for their deaths?

*Michelle crossed her arms.*

💜 - The first one was unintentional; Miss Delight’s sister was chasing us, and we had to survive. I pulled the lever, and... she got crushed in the process.

*Michelle looked at Mr. Aizawa.*

💜 - Though the other two were intentional. CatBee couldn’t understand us and lost her humanity entirely. All we could do was put her down so she wouldn’t suffer anymore.

*Michelle twisted the knob on her right arm, which switched from the orange hand to the Omni-Hand before holding it out.*

💜 - And the Doctor... he was the one who created the Bigger Bodies Initiative. He was the reason he turned my friends and loved ones into toys. And we needed the Omni-Hand, so I overloaded his software and took the Omni-Chip, frying his brain in the process.

*Michelle clenched her hands.*

💜 - And I know that what I did was unethical, and I might be sent straight to Hell once I’m no longer walking on this land.

*Tears pricked Michelle’s eyes as she held her arms out to her group.*

💜 - But everything I did inside the factory... was for them... and I wouldn’t change a thing... not even the part where I lost my arms to the Prototype’s trap...

*Tears fell from Michelle’s eyes before she covered them with her right hand. Kevin slightly frowned at Michelle and retracted the claws on his right hand before gently stroking her back as she wept. The group stared at Michelle’s group before looking away. Tears pricked Eri’s eyes before she stood up and approached Michelle. When Eri was close to Michelle, she held her left hand, which made her remove her hand from her eyes and look at her.*

🤍 - (lowly) I’m sorry...

*Eri placed her hand against her horn.*

🤍 - If I had better control with my Quirk... I could return your arms to you...

*Kevin raised his brow.*

❤️ - What does that mean?

*Mr. Aizawa looked at Kevin.*

🧣 - Eri’s Quirk is called Return. She can reverse someone’s body to its previous state. Her power comes from the horn on her head. However, it has to build up over time...

*Michelle stared at Eri before gently smiling and placing her hand against her head, which made her look at her.*

💜 - That’s very thoughtful of you, sweetheart, but if the process hurts you, I don’t want you to get hurt because of me.

*Michelle gently petted Eri’s head.*

💜 - Never change your kind heart, OK?

*Eri stared at Michelle with awe before she smiled.*

🤍 - OK...

*Michelle flinched, like an arrow had struck her heart, before she smiled and cooed at Eri.*

💜 - (lowly) Oh my gosh, you’re so cute...

*Matthew looked at Mr. Aizawa as Eri sat next to Michelle.*

🧡 - You mentioned ‘Quirk’ before; what exactly is a Quirk?

*Mr. Aizawa looked at Matthew.*

🧣 - To put it simply, it’s a superpower a person gets at the age of four, though there are a few occasions where a person is born with their Quirk already, like my heteromorph students.

*Kevin looked at the human group.*

❤️ - A superpower? So what, you guys are basically superheroes or something?

*Tenya raised his right arm.*

👟 - Actually, most of us are students training to become heroes, while Aizawa-sensei is an underground hero.

*Michelle’s group flinched and looked at Mr. Aizawa.*

💜 - And I just told you the stuff I did in the factory.

*Michelle looked down and placed her hands against her head.*

💜 - (lowly) Well, that’s just great...

*Mr. Aizawa stared at Michelle before sighing.*

🧣 - While it’s true that killing someone is wrong, what you did was the right thing.

*Michelle was shocked and looked at Mr. Aizawa.*

🧣 - Taking a life is never easy, but sometimes you won’t have a choice but to take their life if it means keeping the people you’re protecting safe. The greatest deeds come with immense moral sacrifices.

*Michelle remained silent and looked at her hands. Soon after, Michelle placed her hands on her lap before bowing her head.*

💜 - Thank you for that...

*Mr. Aizawa waved his hand a bit.*

🧣 - Don’t mention it.

*Michelle smiled at Mr. Aizawa before looking at Class 1-A.*

💜 - Uh, back to the Quirk stuff, what kind of powers do you all have?

*Before Class 1-A could do anything, Author appeared, which made them flinch.*

🌟 - A Quirk show, eh? In that case, I should stick around so I can summon things and help out.

*Class 1-A stared at Author until Yuuga stood up.*

🪩 - In that case, I’d like to start this dazzling show.

*Yuuga walked toward the opening before turning to them and pulling his shirt up a bit. Michelle’s group was shocked when they saw a large belt wrapped around Yuuga’s waist.*

🪩 - My Quirk is called Navel Laser.

*Author shone a bit before a target appeared far away from Yuuga; when he turned to the target, the center of a belt started shining a bit. Soon after, a laser shot from Yuuga’s belt toward the target, which destroyed it. Yuuga turned his head to the group as the light from the belt stopped shining.*

🪩 - If I use it too much, it’ll give me a tummy ache.

*Michelle’s group stared at Yuuga with a sweatdrop.*

💙 - (lowly) Lame laser...

*After Yuuga sat back down, Mina smiled and stood up.*

💃 - OK, it’s my turn!

*Mina ran forward a bit before turning to both groups, smiling.*

💃 - My Quirk is Acid!

*Some of Michelle’s group were confused until a large stone appeared next to Mina. A gray liquid emerged from Mina’s hand before she tilted it over the rock, which caused it to melt. Most of Michelle’s group looked at the melting rock with slightly pale faces.*

💃 - I can secrete acid from my body and melt things. I can even raise the viscosity of it to make barriers or slide on the floor. Though I get dehydrated if I use it too much and my skin will start to hurt.

*Katelynn was amazed and wagged her tail a bit as Mina sat back down. Tsuyu stood up and approached the opening before turning to the groups.*

🐸 - My Quirk is Frog.

*Tsuyu turned her head to Bunzo Bunny.*

🐸 - Also, I apologize in advance.

*Bunzo Bunny looked at Tsuyu, confused.*

🐰 - Wha—

*Tsuyu shot her tongue toward Bunzo Bunny and wrapped it around him, which shocked him and the group, before he was pulled toward her.*

🐸 - I can do anything a frog can. I can stretch my tongue up to twenty meters, jump really high, cling to walls, and swim well. I can also secrete a mucus to confuse my enemies and store things in my stomach.

*Bobby BearHug placed her hand against her chin.*

💝 - That’s roughly sixty-six feet.

*Some of Michelle’s group were amazed as Tsuyu brought Bunzo Bunny close to Michelle before she unwrapped her tongue around him, which made her catch him.*

🐸 - Again, I apologize.

*Michelle placed Bunzo Bunny on the ground.*

💜 - It’s fine, it just shocked us, that’s all.

*Tsuyu bowed her head a bit before sitting back down; Tenya stood up.*

👟 - Alright, my turn then.

*Tenya walked toward the opening before turning to the group and gesturing to the exhaust pipes in his calves.*

👟 - My Quirk’s name is Engine.

*Tenya turned to the left and got into a racer’s position before looking forward. Soon after, Tenya started sprinting fast, which shocked Michelle’s group. Tenya ran around the area before stopping before the group as smoke came from the exhaust pipes.*

👟 - It allows me to run long distances in a short amount of time. If I use them too much, they’ll overheat, and I’ll need to refuel them with orange juice.

*KickinChicken looked at Tenya.*

⭐️ - Damn, that’s fast!

*Michelle flinched and quickly covered Eri’s ears before giving KickinChicken a death glare, which made him flinch.*

💜 - Do not swear in front of the child.

*KickinChicken sweatdropped before looking down.*

⭐️ - (lowly) Sorry...

*Class 1-A looked at Michelle with sweatdrops as she uncovered Eri’s ears.*

Class 1-A - (lowly) She’s like a Mama Bear...

*As Tenya sat back down, Ochako stood up and smiled.*

☄️ - Alright, it’s my turn!

*Ochako looked at Michelle’s group and tapped her fingers.*

☄️ - Before I use my Quirk, would anyone like to volunteer?

*The group stared at Ochako before Michelle sighed and raised her hand.*

💜 - I’ll volunteer.

*Ochako smiled at Michelle.*

☄️ - Great!

*Ochako approached Michelle until she stood before her; she turned her head to Kevin with a slight smile and a sweatdrop.*

☄️ - You might want to hold onto her once I activate my Quirk.

*Kevin was confused.*

❤️ - Wha—

*Ochako touched Michelle’s shoulder, which caused her to float up. Michelle panicked and moved around a bit in the air while the toys looked at her with widened eyes. Kevin shot his arm toward Michelle and wrapped it around her waist. Kevin was shocked as he easily pulled Michelle close to him.*

❤️ - Holy crap... it’s like she weighs nothing...

*Ochako smiled.*

☄️ - My Quirk is Zero Gravity.

*Ochako held her hand out, which revealed pads on her fingertips.*

☄️ - When I touch someone or something with all five fingers, the target becomes weightless. The downside is that I get nauseous.

*Michelle slightly smiled.*

💜 - This is cool and terrifying at the same time.

*Ochako held her hands out.*

☄️ - And if I want to deactivate my Quirk.

*Ochako touched her fingertips together, which made Michelle land in Kevin’s lap.*

☄️ - All I have to do is touch my fingertips together to stop it.

*Michelle’s group was amazed as Ochako sat back down. Mashirao looked down with a sweatdrop as he stood up.*

🐒 - Mine is definitely not as great as Uraraka’s, but...

*Mashirao raised his tail.*

🐒 - My Quirk is Tail; the name is pretty self-explanatory. I’m able to break objects made out of metal and stay suspended in midair if I grab pipes with my tail.

*Matthew hummed a bit.*

🧡 - While it does sound like a basic ability, crushing metal with it is no easy feat; don’t be hard on yourself.

*Mashirao looked at Matthew, surprised, before smiling a bit.*

🐒 - Thanks...

*As Mashirao sat down, Denki stood up.*

🌩️ - Alright, it’s my turn!

*Denki realized something before looking at Author.*

🌩️ - Are you able to protect these guys?

*Author looked at Denki.*

🌟 - Of course I can; now show off your ability.

*Denki looked forward with a sweatdrop.*

🌩️ - (lowly) OK...

*Denki walked toward the opening before turning to the groups.*

🌩️ - My Quirk is Electrification.

*Denki held his hand out before sparks of electricity came off it, which surprised Michelle’s group.*

🌩️ - I can discharge electricity from my body; I can also absorb electric discharges from other electric-type Quirks.

*Kevin huffed a bit.*

❤️ - Sounds like a weak power.

*Denki twitched his eyebrow, annoyed, before slightly chuckling. Soon after, electricity started coming from Denki, which shocked the human group.*

🌩️ - Well, if this Author person can protect you guys, I’ll show you what I can do.

*Denki raised his arms.*

🌩️ - Indiscriminate Shock: 1.3 Million Volts!

*Electricity shot around the area, which shocked Michelle’s group. When electricity got close to both groups, a barrier formed around the lobby area before it hit them. The human group looked at Author, shocked.*

🌟 - If I didn’t have a way of protecting you all, I would’ve stopped the Quirk show before it began.

*After the electricity stopped, smoke covered the area; Jack had stars in his eyes.*

💛 - That was awesome! It’s like something you’d see on TV!

*As the smoke cleared, Michelle’s group saw Denki with a derpy face and both his hands giving thumbs up.*

🌩️ - Whey...

*The room went silent until the smaller toys laughed; Kevin snickered a bit.*

❤️ - I guess that’s what happens when he uses his Quirk too much.

*Eijirou stood up and approached Denki; when he was close, he placed his hands against his shoulders.*

🪨 - Alright, bud; let’s sit you back down.

*After Eijirou helped Denki sit back down, he looked at Michelle’s group.*

🪨 - As for my Quirk...

*Eijirou held his arm out before his skin hardened, which shocked Michelle’s group.*

🪨 - It’s called Hardening; I can harden my skin like stone. However, if it’s activated for a long time, it’ll drain my stamina.

*Some of Michelle’s group were amazed; DogDay hummed a bit.*

☀️ - Very interesting...

*Eijirou smiled as he unhardened his arm.*

🪨 - Thanks, man.

*As Eijirou sat back down, Mika looked at Author.*

🐾 - Before Kouji goes next, are you able to summon organic things like animals?

*Author nodded.*

🌟 - Summoning something organic is just as easy as summoning something inorganic.

*Michelle looked at Mika.*

💜 - Why would you want an animal in here?

*Mika gestured to Kouji, which made him flinch a bit.*

🐾 - Kouji’s Quirk is Anivoice; he can command animals with his voice. Though they have to hear him, and if he uses his Quirk too much, his throat starts to hurt.

*Author hummed.*

🌟 - Then I know the perfect animal to summon.

*A brown bunny appeared in the room, which made both groups look at it.*

🌟 - There you go.

*As the brown bunny backed away, Mika smiled and placed her hand on Kouji’s arm, which made him look at her. Mika gave Kouji a thumbs-up.*

🐾 - You got this; I believe in you.

*Kouji smiled a bit and nodded before taking a deep breath. After Kouji exhaled, he looked at the brown bunny before holding his hand out.*

🗣️ - C-Come to me, my furry friend.

*The brown bunny turned its head to Kouji before hopping toward him, which shocked Michelle’s group. When the brown bunny was close to Kouji, he swirled his finger around.*

🗣️ - D-Do a backflip.

*The brown bunny did a backflip, which made some of the toys smile.*

💖 - That’s so cool!

*CraftyCorn looked at Kouji.*

🎨 - He’s like Snow White...

*Kouji blushed a bit and looked away as the brown bunny disappeared; Mika stood up and took her socks and slippers off before placing them on the ground.*

🐾 - Alright, guess it’s my turn now.

*Mika approached the opening before turning to the groups and stretching a bit.*

🐾 - My Quirk’s name is Animorph.

*Michelle’s group looked at Mika, confused, as she took a deep breath and exhaled. Soon after, Mika transformed into a tiger, which made Michelle’s and the toys’ eyes widen.*

🐾 - I can transform into and use the abilities of any animal as long as I know the details of the said animal.

*Michelle stared at Mika.*

💜 - So, can you only transform into real-life animals?

*Mika shook her head.*

🐾 - Nope.

*Mika transformed into a T. rex, which shocked Michelle’s group.*

🐾 - I can transform into extinct animals and animals from outer space, but since I don’t have enough information about alien animals, I can only use their abilities.

*Mika transformed into a kitsune.*

🐾 - I can even transform into mythical animals.

*Mika’s body shifted to a kitsune hybrid.*

🐾 - I can also transform into hybrid forms of any animal I choose.

*Michelle’s group was amazed.*

🐰 - That’s an amazing power; how can there be a downside to this?

*Mika sweatdropped.*

🐾 - Actually, there are three downsides to my Quirk.

*Mika held one finger out.*

🐾 - One, if I use my Quirk too much, it’ll tire me out.

*Mika held another finger out.*

🐾 - Two, if I don’t know the animal, I go berserk and could accidentally hurt someone.

*Mika held one more finger up.*

🐾 - The third and final one... I can’t transform back into a human once I use my Quirk.

*Mr. Aizawa looked at Mika before his eyes glowed red, which returned her to normal. Kevin lowered his head to Michelle.*

❤️ - (lowly) Not gonna lie, I’m kinda jealous...

*Michelle deadpanned at Kevin.*

💜 - You can literally shapeshift into a dinosaur anytime you want to, Kev.

*Kevin huffed a bit and looked away while crossing his arms.*

❤️ - It just doesn’t feel the same.

*Michelle sighed as Mika sat back down and put her socks and slippers back on.*

💜 - Whatever you say, love... so who’s next?

*Mezou stood up before holding his arms out a bit. Soon after, a mouth formed on one of Mezou’s webbed arms, which shocked Michelle’s group.

🐙 - (from the Dupli-Arm) My Quirk is called Dupli-Arms.

*An eye formed on a different part of Mezou’s arm, while an ear formed on a different part.*

🐙 - (from the Dupli-Arm) I can form different parts of my body on my Dupli-Arms.

*Hoppy Hopscotch looked at Mezou’s Dupli-Arms as the body parts disappeared.*

⚡️ - That’s freaky, but in a good way...

*As Mezou sat back down, Kyouka stood up before her jack earlobes moved up on their own, which surprised Michelle’s group.*

🎧 - My Quirk is Earphone Jack; I can plug these into any surface to hear from faraway or channel the vibrations of my heartbeat.

*A few of the smaller toys looked at a sleeping Minoru, which made Kyouka look at him.*

🎧 - For example...

*Kyouka plugged one of her earphone jacks into Minoru’s ear, which caused him to vibrate in pain. Michelle’s group was shocked as Kyouka pulled her earphone jack away.*

🍎 - That’s kinda neat.

*As Kyouka sat back down, Hanta stood up.*

🍊 - My turn.

*Hanta approached the opening before turning to both groups and pointing at his right elbow.*

🍊 - My Quirk is called Tape.

*A target appeared out of thin air; Hanta aimed at the target before tape shot out of his elbow, which shocked Michelle’s group, before he pulled it close to him.*

🍊 - I can shoot adhesive tape out of my elbows; it’s strong enough to immobilize my opponents and hold large structures together. If I use it too much, I get dry skin.

*Bubba Bubbaphant placed his trunk on his chin with a hum.*

💡 - For something so simple, it’s also pretty versatile.

*As Hanta sat back down, Fumikage stood up.*

🐦‍⬛ - I suppose that makes it my turn next.

*Fumikage approached the opening before turning to the groups.*

🐦‍⬛ - My Quirk is named Dark Shadow.

*Michelle’s group was confused.*

The Group - Dark Shadow?

*Soon after, a bird-like shadow with glowing yellow eyes came out of Fumikage, which shocked Michelle’s group.*

🖤 - You rang?

*Fumikage looked at Michelle’s group.*

🐦‍⬛ - My Quirk allows me to summon a shadow-like being out of my body. My Quirk is weak, but docile in the light, while at night, they’re powerful but unruly.

*Poe looked at Dark Shadow in awe.*

⛈️ - (lowly) That’s wicked...

*After Dark Shadow returned to Fumikage, he sat back down; Rikidou stood up.*

🎂 - Guess it’s my turn.

*Rikidou approached the opening before turning to the groups.*

🎂 - My Quirk is called Sugar Rush; every ten grams of sugar I consume, it’ll multiply my strength fivefold for three minutes. The downside is that I get hypoglycemia after three minutes.

*A wooden dummy appeared out of thin air; soon after, a canister appeared before Rikidou, which surprised him before he grabbed it.*

🌟 - That canister should have exactly ten grams of sugar; have at it.

*Rikidou smiled at Author.*

🎂 - Thanks.

*Rikidou opened the canister before downing the sugar. Soon after, Rikidou’s body started to bulk up before yelling a bit. Rikidou charged toward the wood dummy before consecutively punching it, which destroyed it into pieces.*

🎂 - Sugar Rush!

*As the wood pieces hit the ground, Rikidou tried catching his breath; Maggie Mako hummed a bit.*

🦈 - If I had an ability like his, I’d be a strong shark.

*After the area was cleaned up and Rikido slowly sat back down, Katsuki stood up and held his right hand out.*

💥 - My Quirk is Explosion.

*Small explosions came from Katsuki’s hand, which made Kevin flinch. Katsuki looked at Kevin, surprised, as Michelle looked at him, concerned.*

💜 - (lowly) Are you OK?

*Kevin turned his head away.*

❤️ - (lowly) Yeah, I’ll be fine...

*Katsuki stared at Kevin before he sat back down; Izuku stood up.*

🥦 - It should be my turn next; let’s get to that.

*Izuku quickly approached the opening before turning to the groups.*

🥦 - My Quirk is called Super-Power.

*Another wood dummy appeared out of thin air; Izuku faced the dummy before bright red lines appeared on his body, which surprised Michelle’s group. Soon after, green electricity surrounded Izuku before he shot toward the wood dummy with his leg raised.*

🥦 - St. Louis Smash!

*Izuku roundhouse kicked the wooden dummy, shattering it into pieces; Michelle’s group was amazed.*

🩷 - Amazing...

*Poppy nodded.*

🟥 - I agree, for an ability with a plain name, that’s a great power.

*Izuku blushed a bit.*

🥦 - Oh, it’s not as great as you think. I still have a lot of training to do, plus if I use my Quirk wrong, I could break my bones, and I already have—

*Michelle’s group sweatdropped as Izuku continued mumbling.*

Class 1-A - (lowly) There he goes again...

*A tick mark formed on Kevin’s head, and he glared at Izuku.*

❤️ - Just shut up and take the compliments already?!

*Izuku flinched and covered his mouth.*

🥦 - S-Sorry, thank you for the compliments...

*Kevin huffed a bit as Izuku sat back down.*

❤️ - Besides the animal transforming ability, the others have been kinda boring.

*Kevin pointed at Katsuki.*

❤️ - Especially Sparky over there.

*Katsuki glared at Kevin and got up.*

💥 - Oi! Wanna say that again, doughboy?!

*Kevin glared at Katsuki.*

❤️ - Gladly, your power is lame.

*Katsuki had angry eyes and approached Kevin.*

💥 - Then, how about I show you the full extent of my Quirk right on that ugly face of yours?!

*Kevin got in Katsuki’s face.*

❤️ - Go ahead, I dare ya!

*As Kevin and Katsuki glared at one another, growling, Michelle wrapped his arms around his neck and tried pulling him away.*

💜 - What did I say about not attacking them?!

*Kevin growled.*

❤️ - He was the one who started it when he called me an extra?!

*Eri held Katelynn, scared, which made her look at her, concerned. Soon after, Katelynn looked at Kevin.*

💖 - You better stop what you’re doing right now, Big Brother.

*When Kevin turned his head to Katelynn, she angrily pouted.*

💖 - Because if you don’t, I’ll hate you forever.

*Class 1-A looked at Katelynn, baffled.*

🌩️ - Did she just pull the ‘I’ll hate you, forever’ trope on her brother?

*Mina shook her head.*

💃 - No way something like that would actually—

*When Class 1-A looked at Kevin, he was scared and trembling a bit.*

Class 1-A - It actually worked!

*Soon after, Kevin huffed a bit and looked away.*

❤️ - (lowly) Fine...

*Katsuki smirked.*

💥 - Seriously, you’re scared that your sister will hate you? How—

*Michelle sternly looked at Katsuki, which surprised him.*

💜 - If I were you, I’d sit back down.

*Katsuki stared at Michelle before he clicked his tongue, sat back down, and turned his head away.*

💥 - Big talk for someone who’s Quirkless, trying to act like a hero.

*Some of the larger toys growled at Katsuki, while Michelle looked at him, confused.*

💜 - Quirkless?

*Mr. Aizawa looked at Michelle.*

🧣 - Quirkless means someone born without a power; there are about twenty percent in our world who are Quirkless.

*Michelle remained silent and looked at Class 1-A. Soon after, Michelle grinned as she crossed her right leg over her left leg and rested her cheek in her right hand.*

💜 - Sticks and stones may break my bones, but you’re going to have to do harder than that to break my spirit, Pomeranian.

*Class 1-A flinched while Katsuki angrily glared at Michelle; Kevin snorted and laughed.*

❤️ - That’s a good one; I love it!

*Michelle smiled at Kevin.*

💜 - You think so? I was debating whether I would call him that or a Chihuahua. Maybe even a Hedgehog.

*Kevin laughed harder.*

❤️ - Any of them would’ve been perfection!

*Katsuki glared at the couple, growling; Hanta looked at them with a smile.*

🍊 - Man, those two have guts.

*Eijirou nodded.*

🪨 - But did you see when Misha would try to pull Barnes-san away from Bakugou; that was pretty manly.

*The groups sensed a tense aura, which made them flinch. The groups looked at the source and saw Mr. Aizawa look at them with a tense aura and glowing red eyes.*

🧣 - This entire conversation has been irrational...

*Michelle looked at Mr. Aizawa and bowed her head a bit.*

💜 - I apologize for that, Mr. Aizawa; however, I wanna make something straight.

*Michelle looked at Class 1-A with stern eyes and pointed to herself.*

💜 - If you come after my group or me, I’ll personally kick your ass; Quirk or no Quirk, I don’t care. I’ve dealt with things much worse than what that angry Pomeranian has said, and that didn’t even include the stuff before I went inside the factory.

*The groups remained silent until Izuku looked at Michelle.*

🥦 - We may not know what exactly happened before you went inside the factory...

*Izuku smiled at Michelle.*

🥦 - But I will say this... even without a Quirk, none of us thinks that you’re weak. Even though being Quirkless is common in your world, you’re probably the strongest Quirkless person we know outside of our world. And it’s something you should be proud of.

*Michelle remained silent and looked down; Izuku flinched and waved his hands.*

🥦 - A-At least that’s my opinion, I don’t know how—

*Michelle raised her hand, which made Izuku stop.*

💜 - I get the gist; thanks...

*Izuku stared at Michelle before smiling and nodding, which made her smile a bit.*

💜 - Anyway, if my math is right, three people still haven’t shown their Quirks yet.

*Shouto stood up before approaching the opening; soon after, he turned to the groups.

❄️ - My Quirk is called Half-Cold Half-Hot.

*Shouto raised his hands before ice formed on his right hand while fire formed on his left hand, which shocked Michelle’s group.*

❄️ - I can create ice on my right side, while my left side can create fire.

*After the ice and fire on Shouto’s hands disappeared, Rabie Baby sighed.*

🩸 - (lowly) He’s really dreamy...

*Shouto looked at Rabie Baby, confused.*

❄️ - This can’t be a dream; nobody is asleep.

*Michelle’s group looked at Shouto, dumbfounded.*

The Group - (lowly) Is he serious right now?

*After Shouto sat down, Minoru stood up.*

🍇 - Alright, it’s my turn.

*Minoru approached the opening before turning to the groups. Minoru grabbed one of the balls on his head before pulling it off, which surprised Michelle’s group.*

🍇 - My Quirk is called Pop Off; my Quirk allows me to produce these sticky balls from my head.

*Minoru placed the ball on the ground.*

🍇 - They can stick on anything, but I can bounce off them; if I pull too many of them off my head, my scalp starts to bleed.

*Minoru smiled at Michelle’s group, specifically toward her and the female toys.*

🍇 - Pretty neat, huh?

*The females in Michelle’s group deadpanned at Minoru; Mommy Long Legs lowered her head to her.*

🕷️ - (whisper) Does that rule only apply to Kevin?

*Michelle turned her head to Mommy Long Legs.*

💜 - (whisper) It applies to everyone in the group.

*Mommy Long Legs sighed as Minoru sat back down.*

🕷️ - (whisper) That’s what I feared...

*As Mommy Long Legs lifted her head, Momo stood up.*

📖 - As for me, my Quirk is called Creation.

*CatNap tilted his head.*

🌙 - Creation?

*Momo held her arm out before bringing her hand close; soon after, she pulled a matryoshka doll out of it, which shocked Michelle’s group.*

📖 - My Quirk allows me to create objects using the lipids in my body, as long as I can understand the atomic configuration of the said object. Larger and more complex objects take time and a lot of skin exposure; if I use my Quirk too much, I end up in a weakened state.

*Miss Delight hummed.*

📏 - That’s a very useful ability...

*As Momo sat back down, Author floated around.*

🌟 - With the Quirk show over, all of you can enjoy your time and mingle with one another.

*Kevin looked away with an annoyed huff.*

❤️ - (lowly) Do I have to?

*Michelle placed her hand on Kevin’s hand, which made him look at her.*

💜 - You can stick with me if you’d like.

*Michelle gestured to Minoru and Denki.*

💜 - (whisper) Just in case those two do something weird or perverted again to me or the group.

*Kevin nodded.*

❤️ - (whisper) Smart thinking...

*Both groups got up before they started separating. Before Bobby BearHug walked away with Medic in her hand, Author floated before the duo, which surprised them.*

🌟 - Before I forget, a couple of requesters were concerned about Yarnaby’s mouth. So, since you two are the doctors in Misha’s group, I’d like you two to check on him and see if you can help him.

*Bobby BearHug and Medic looked at one another before looking at Author.*

➕ - We can try, but we can’t make promises that we’ll be able to help him.

*Author nodded before the trio looked at Yarnaby, which made him look at them and tilt his head.*