Abandonment

Chapter 5

P.O.V George's

It has been about three days since anyone has seen Tommy. At this point Dream wouldn't sleep, Tubbo's parents forced him to stay home for a few hours to rest and get something to eat. This whole thing was stressful for everyone and we were all worried about the kid. Tubbo parents got involved once they noticed Tubbo's behavior which was pretty noticeable.

"He couldn't have gone far, Dream we'll find him." I said laying my hand on his shoulder. "I know, I'm just worried." Dream admitted. "We all are. We just have to hope he is okay." I said.

Dream lets out a small sigh before nodding his head as we searched the market.

We walked the market at least three times before finally leaving to search another part. "Anything from Tubbo yet?" I asked. "No, nothing yet." Dream said.

"Come on. He might be near the Arcade." I said motioning Dream to follow.

He slowly nodded and walked next to me. I could see how tense he was. He barely moved while he was walking. But, his head was constantly looking around.

I looked at his free hand then back up at him.

I moved my hand and grabbed his. Shocked, he looked down at me but didn't pull away. "Calm down, it'll be okay, Dream. I promise." I said. I heard him take a deep breath before nodding.

We walked through the area together before Dream stopped. "Dream? What is it?" I asked. He was looking in one direction and shushed me. I felt his hand leave mine and he walked over to an alleyway and I followed.

"Tommy!" he yelled shocked.

I saw the boy yelp and move backwards. "Get the fuck away from me!" he yelled. "Tommy, it's okay. It's me Dream. I'm not gonna hurt you buddy." Dream gently said.

"Dr-Dream?" Tommy asked slowly looking at him. At this point Dream was sitting on his knees in front of Tommy slowly nodding his head opening his arms for Tommy. Inviting him in for a hug.

Tommy slowly came over and collapsed in Dream's arms letting the older one hug him tight.

Dream handed me his phone. "Call Tubbo, let him know we found Tommy and that he is okay."

I nodded and rang the number.

"Dream! Did you find him?!" Tubbo asked frantically. "It's George, we found him Tubbo. He's okay. We'll take him back to my place so he can rest for a bit. We will keep you updated though. Let your parents know that we found him too." I explained.

"I will, thank you so much. Both of you." Tubbo thanked me. "You're welcome." I said before letting him hang up.

I looked back at Dream and sat next to him. "It's okay Toms." Dream whispered quietly.

After Tommy calms down a bit. Dream slowly stood up pulling him to his feet. "How about we head back to George's place. Get you something to eat, a shower, and some sleep." Dream said.

Tommy didn't fight him he just slowly nodded.

Dream looked at me and nodded. I stood up and walked with them out of the alley. In a brotherly way Dream wrapped a protective arm around Tommy and walked with him back to the car. When we got there Dream helped him in the back seat. I got in the driver's seat and Dream got in the passenger seat. I looked in the rearview mirror and noticed Tommy looking out the window with bags under his eyes.

I looked at Dream and he looked at me worried. I pulled up to my apartment complex and Dream did the exact same thing. He put a protective arm around Tommy guiding him while following me.

I saw Dream lead him to the guest room while I went and made him something to eat.

P.O.V Dream's

"How about you go take a shower while I get the guest room ready and while George cooks something to eat." I gently said. Tommy slowly nodded and I grabbed him a set of my clothes and a towel and he went to the bathroom.

I moved my stuff to the living room. "What are you doing?" George asked. "Putting my stuff in the living room. Tommy can have the guest room so he can sleep." I said. "What about you Dream?" he asked. "I'll be fine. He is more important." I said. "I'm not gonna stand by and let you sleep on the couch. You can stay in my room." George said. "You aren't sleeping on the couch either." I said.

"Then we can share the bed." he said, not realizing what he said. I felt my face become flustered as I saw him blush a bright red as well. "Are you sure?" I asked. "Yeah, I'm positive." he said back at me. I nodded and moved my stuff to his room.

I fined getting the room ready for Tommy when I saw him walk in with his wet blonde hair. I gently smile. "How are you doing bud?" I asked. He shrugged a little bit, setting the dirty towel on the bed. with his clothes.

"I'll head over to Tubbo's tomorrow and pick up your stuff. But, do you want to tell me what happened or are you not ready?" I asked. "I-I'm not ready." he stuttered with a whisper. I nodded understanding. "I understand Toms. But, I'll be here for you whenever you are ready to talk or just want someone to talk to please. Come talk to me." I gently said.

"Dinner is ready!" George said coming into the room. Me and Tommy nodded our heads and walked out the room to the island in the center of the kitchen.