Chapter 6."Day shift"

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1:30 PM. You opened your eyes and instantly reached for your phone to check the time.Seeing that you still have some time you lazily got up from your bed stretching your sore,tense muscles. You still didn't really know what day shift is about considering the fact that the pizzeria is closed for an indefinite amount of time.But,knowing that you can't quit that easy this time, you put on your uniform and left the house.The weather got only worse:the wind was making it very hard to open your eyes and it started to snow, even though the forecast had no information about it.

Somehow you made it just in time.During the day time the place looked a lot more cheerful and friendly.You tried the door but it was locked.Strange.The only other way to get in was through the kitchen backdoor which you spent a fair amount of time looking for.
Finally.Warm,not windy but smelly kitchen.You closed the door behind you looking around for a light switch.Complete darkness of the room was filled with different noises: from your own foot steps to quiet rustles in the boxes piled up in the corner.You placed your hand on a dry surface of concrete wall tracing your way to presumably where the light switch might be.Finally. You felt a plastic little button underneath your fingers,pushing it upwards.The room lit up with a bright white light making you squint your eyes.Once adjusted,you looked around finding the place exceptionally empty, except some "parts & service" boxes laying in piles in a very corner of the big room. The flat surfaces were covered in a layer of dust, almost as if no one had been here yet.The place smelled musty and old, damp and of something rotten. There were no kitchen utensils there either.How could THAT be a children's pizzeria when it looked and felt like a quest-room or a "museum" of sorts.Why was it closed down:nobody knows.You just know that there were "accidents" in the past which lead to multiple lawsuits.But then again:why re-open?Too many questions and barely any answers.You walked up to the boxes and saw Foxy's face plate. It looked rather old,with a few holes in it,rusted from the humidity.The eye-patch was barely attached to the main part of the face plate,one ear was missing,instead there was a big hole,which looked almost as if someone bashed through it with something sharp.You looked on the back of it and found a serial number and what seemed like a year mark?1985.This thing has been around for that long?You looked around the room again.So empty.Placing fox's face back in the box you decided to go look for others.
The "Party Hall" was as empty as every other room.Only deactivated robots standing in their usual places on the main stage.Their mechanical eyes were closed and mouths open."Pirat's Cove" attraction's curtains were shut ,the sign read "out of order". The lights were on but it was still not enough to see the whole room in its glory. The deathly silence pressed on the ears, occasionally interrupted by the rustling and buzzing of ventilation.The snow on the street turned into slush.The sun slowly disappeared behind the clouds, making the room appear even darker.You finally took of your coat,holding it in one hand.Where is everybody?The phone in your pocket started buzzing making you jump in your place out of surprise.You took it out and looked at the list of notifications.All from a number that you didn't recognize.You mumbled something along the lines of "Who could it be?" and returned the phone back into the pocket.
You wandered through empty halls imagining what would it be like when everything finally opens:children running around,laughter and infinite smiles,the smell of freshly cooked cakes and pizza,music and so much more. You involuntarily remembered your 10th birthday:one of the happiest days of your life.But also the day that changed you for the rest of it. You winced, frowning.There is no point in remembering that day, nothing can be changed anyway.What has sunk into the past should remain there.Shaking your head you continued moving forward.Passing by the Boss's office you could still smell the faint trail of heavy tobacco and alcohol scents.The barely audible melody came from the other side of the door.Freddy's lullaby.Hearing it made you quiver.You stepped back feeling you legs becoming noodles.The door slowly opened revealing Scotts tall figure behind it.You looked at the man that was facing the opposite way,not acknowledging your existence.
-...Sure,Boss.Lean on me!-The man sounded like he was forcing a smile.
The door creaked behind him,as the phone guy closed it and leaned his back against the cold surface exhaling aloud.
-Hey...-You said,stepping a bit closer to him.-Scott?
-Oh,hi...Uhm,Y/N,right?-He fidgeted, waddling from one foot to the other.-Sorry, I have bad memory for names,hehe..
-It's fine,you're right.-You smiled.-Is everything okay?You look exhausted..-You assumed he would because of his posture and tiredness in his voice.
-I'm fine,don't worry about it!-He lied flailing his hands around.
-If you say so then okay.
The awkward silence fell again.You both stood there for a good amount of five minutes just staring at the wall in front. You looked at Scott catching him doing the same thing.
-I thought you said you can't see that well because of that thing on your head?-You smirked.
-I actually can't, that is true...-He laughed nervously.
-I actually have a question:yesterday...Why did you ran off?Did I make you uncomfortable or what?-You turned your look away.-Just tell me if I did.I don't want to be a burden here.
-NO!No no no!Listen,I-Uh...It's not your fault,okay?-He grabbed you by the shoulders,gently squeezing them.-I was just...Uh,that sounds terrible but i-uh...uhm...I was scared...I think I saw something but then there was nothing and I uh...I don't know...I just thought I was going crazy there for a moment...-His grip was released and the man stepped back.-I probably look and sound insane to you...But I assure you it's not your fault!
-o-kay?Let's assume I do believe you.-You sighed.-Well,we have to work together starting tonight so...Let's not do that again,okay?
-Sure!-He let out a sigh of relief.-Why are you here again?
-I am supposed to work both shifts,remember?-You leaned back on the wall.-I just wanted to know why?That was probably a mix up or a misunderstanding...I wanted to ask Boss but it seems like he's busy.
-You're right,now is not the best time to bother him.
-Why are you here?
-That's a story for another time.-He chuckled under his breath.
You sighed,closing your eyes for a few seconds.You really didn't know what to talk with him about.And ,frankly speaking,Scott was not a very talkative person either. But ,unexpectedly, he broke the silence.
-Maybe you want to exchange numbers?
-Huh?Why?
-I-I meant to...you know...add you to a group chat and stuff...-He seemed nervous.-But it's fine if you don't!We are a bunch of creeps after all...
-I didn't say no.-You laughed.-Who told you that?I mean,you guys ARE a tiny bit weird but aren't we all in a way?
-I -I guess you're right.-He awkwardly scratched the back of his mask,forgetting that he can't actually feel anything through it.-Should I give you my number or...?
-Here!-you handed him your phone with an open book of contacts.
-You youngsters and your technology...-He said sarcastically.
-You sound like an old man saying such stuff.What are you 50?
-No, but close enough!-He said putting his number in and signing it as "Scott PG".
-Let me guess:another story for another time?
-When you're right you're right!-he laughed,clicking to dial and then hanging up.-Text me sometime...I mean text me to remind me to add you to a group chat,heh...
-Slip of the tongue there,aye?-You raised one eyebrow,smirking.-Okay,just tell me when you're usually asleep so I don't wake you up on accident.
-About that...Text me anytime you want!-He said,clearing his throat.
-What are we going to do now?I mean what are YOU going to do now?
-Honestly,I was planning on repairing Freddy but I if I have you around I have to look after you.Maybe you have something more safe in mind?
-Why exactly is it not safe?
-Well,the animatronics themselves are a bit difficult in terms of how they are constructed.Even though they are no longer made with a spring-lock mechanism they are still a bit...-He took a long pause.-...unpredictable...
-You really hate to them,don't you?
-I have reasons for it.Valid reasons.
-Well, if I am that useless in repairing the animatronics we can play 36 questions or I don't know,never have I ever,smash or pass,fuck/marry/kill,guess the word...-You sighed.-Sorry,that's childish of me to assume you would be interested in that.
-I thought all those games are played drunk and with a big group of people?
-I guess you're right.Sorry,Scott,it's just...I don't know...I really to be at least friends with you,but that seems kind of impossible,if I am completely honest.
-I am a bit old fashioned,you see...But I am happy to see someone so eager to become my friend.-He patted you on the shoulder.-We have some time to kill,maybe we can just relax a bit?-He tilted his head in thoughts.-How about a few extra hours of sleep?
-Sounds good to me.-You lied.It didn't.-But where?
-We have a room where we store the extra those soft chairs.Maybe there?Or the main office...
-Main office for sure and you are not leaving me alone this time!-Your cheeks gained the faintest shade of pink to them just at the thought of being one on one with Scott.He giggled,noticing your embarrassment.
-Ok-ok!Let's go then?
-Mhm...-You nodded and followed the man,guessing that he probably already got why you are so embarrassed.
Both of you got to the first floor in just a matter of minutes.You followed Scott behind all the time,trying to get the obsessive thoughts out of your head.Meanwhile ,he was just humming something to himself.You soon recognized the melody. "Mother Mother"s "O My Heart" album was one of your favorites throughout the years,especially the sixth track "Body".Even though the song had a pretty dark meaning behind it got you through a lot of shit throughout the years.Scott turned into one of the offices.
-Well,that's it!We're here...Are you gonna stand there all day?-He looked at you with concern.-Changed your mind?
-No...Just zoned out a bit...-You smiled awkwardly.
-Ladies first~
-Why thank you ,kind sir.-You did a little curtsey with a fake British accent and entered the room.Scott followed you,closing the door.He sat down in a leather couch in the corner.The office itself was not a very big space but it was possible to fit more people in there.The walls were covered with "Freddy FazBear" posters with the animatronics pictured performing.The light was dim which for some reason made the room seem a bit cozy.A warm yellow light that came from a small lamp in the middle of the ceiling flickered from time to time.The old fan on the table squeaked every time it made a turn.-Can I ask you something?
-Sure,what is it,love?
-Did you just called  me "Love"?
-Sorry! I don't know what got to me!So,heh,what was the question?-You smiled to yourself,looking at his rotary phone.
-Does that thing actually work and why are you wearing it?
-Technically,those are two questions...
-Are you going to answer either of them?
-Look,it's complicated...And,no,that thing  doesn't actually work.-He sighed.-Sorry... I hope you would understand that some things preferably are kept private.
-I totally get it,sorry...-You nodded.-I'm too nosy ,aren't i?I didn't mean to make you angry,I'm genuinely sorry...It's just that place makes me question basically everything...
-You'll get used to it soon.It won't be as weird with time.-He got his phone out of the pocket.-Hey,the guys have texted!Asking if you're still up for the job tonight...
-I mean do I have a choice at this point?
-You don't!That's the fun of it!
-I wouldn't call that "fun" but okay.-You came closer to Scott dragging one of the big bean bag chairs with you.-Can I?
-Sure!
He didn't seem uncomfortable at all.In fact,it was the complete opposite of that. Scott looked completely relaxed: he was sprawled freely in a chair with his hands behind his head, one leg thrown over the other, his head tilted slightly back.His back arched slightly as Scott tried to stretch a bit.You flopped onto the soft mass of a bag with some plush toy filling inside.Curled up in a practical ball you closed your eyes trying to adjust yourself into a comfortable position.Sleep really didn't want to come back to you so you opened your eyes and turned on your bean bag facing the ceiling and just staring at it. You listened to the ominous ticking of the clock hanging above the door,to the fan blowing warm breeze into your face,to the slight flickering of light and Scott's slow steady breathing.He had probably fell asleep a while ago because his figure was noticeably less stiff. You looked up at him from the place where you were laying.This is probably the first time in a few days that he was able to fall asleep for more than 15 minutes.Enjoying the stillness of the daytime you imagined what would happen that night.The fresh memories of a menacing animatronic opening its jaws came flooding back.Pulling your knees up to your chin, you wrapped your arms around them and pressed your back against the cold wall behind you. Scott turned around a little in his seat and snored, falling asleep more and more.

A few hours passed and you were starting to get a bit bored.Pulling out your phone you saw messages from your mother wondering where you had gone during the day time.You quickly typed something about the mix-up in your contract and that now you work both day and night.She understood there was nothing you could do so the only thing that was left for her to do was to leave some cheerful words for you.You smiled looking at your phone,knowing that you are not alone in this big and cruel world. There was an indistinct grunt behind you, indicating that Scott had woken up.You turned off you phone and tucked it back into the depth of your pocket.
-Morning!-You turned into the direction of the phone man.-Slept well,sleeping beauty?
-Ha-ha,very funny...-He answerd yawning and stretching his arms upwards.-Thanks to you,yes,I slept really peacefully.
-Thanks to me?
-You weren't shouting and running around chaotically.-He chuckled letting out a loud groan.-You are the best guard in here for that only reason.
-I'll take it as a compliment.-You laughed.
-As you should.-Scott got up from his seat.-Coffee?Tea?Green,Black,Herbal,White?We can order Starbucks if you want...
-Nah,I'm good but thank you.Maybe next time~
-Next time?
-Fritz offered to get together on Saturday at his.Are you going?
-I need to check my schedule for that.But I'm sure you'll have fun even without me.-He cracked the joints in his body.
-I can't agree with you on that.Hopefully you'll be able to make it.
Scott laughed and left the office.You followed his back with your eyes,almost getting the feeling of...missing him?Without the man the room felt empty and bigger than it sure was.The feeling of anxiousness made you get up from your comfortable position.At this point the time came close to 8 PM.

The first floor was packed with people.Well, not packed...But the boys have arrived.You found Chris sitting at one of the tables talking with Jeremy,Mike was discussing something with Fritz and Vincent...Well,let's say his flirting got to another level at this point.Scott was desperately trying to get away from the grabby hands of a purple cabbage man.Vincent was touching Scott all over and whispering sweet nothings into his phone.Meanwhile,you just stood there in the corner enjoying every second of stillness in the room.The animatronics on the main stage remained still.Luckily.But,unfortunately for you,it was impossible to stay invisible for longer than a few minutes.As soon as Vincent saw you Scott immediately was let go off. You saw him approaching from afar and that made you move from your standing point.In a blink of an eye Vincent was pinning you to the wall ,looking directly into your soul with his lifeless bright inhuman eyes, usual perverted grin stretched from one ear to another.
-Well-well,look who we got here...Are you lost,little lamb?- He almost growled into your face.He was so close you could feel his breath on your skin.
-The only one lost here is you,borderline sex offender.Do that again and I'll break both of your arms in a blink.-You didn't break eye contact while saying that.The voice that got out of you didn't even sound like yours.Vincent squinted his eyes leaning even closer.
-Feisty...-He took a long inhale, savoring the moment.-I like that...You are going to be so fun to PLAY with...
-You wanna run that by me again,granpa?-You smirked.-So eager to get your nose broken,I see?
-Oh,I'll only enjoy it,sweetheart...-His lips were bare millimeters from yours.Every single word he uttered you felt on yours.The staring contest was interrupted by Scott, who grabbed Vincent by the scruff of the neck and pulled him away from you.Purple just grunted.- You've ruined all the fun again!
-I think that's enough fun for you,Vince.-The phone guy scolded.
-We will continue where we left off soon,little lamb...-Vincent made a kissy face and winked.-Very,very soon... ​
-Freak...-You huffed as your whole body was covered in creeps.You shuddered,looking at Scott who was dragging the still smiling aubergene away.You felt someone's hand landing on your shoulder.You quickly reacted, grabbing a person by the wrist and wringing his hand back.Only then you realized it was Jeremy.-Oh my god,I'm so sorry!-You let go of his hand,making sure that he isn't hurt by what you just did.
-Didn't k-k-know you were that s-strong...-He stuttered.
-Me neither...Are you okay?-You looked into boy's forest green eyes.
-It's okay...-He smiled,nudging you a bit.-Y-Y-Your r-reaction is norm-mal.
-You're stuttering more than usual...Is everything good?-You noticed that Jeremy avoided eye contact with which made you feel guilty for nosiness.Again,you practically don't know any of them.Hell,you've known them for less than 24 hours.-Sorry,again me and my lack of tact.
-I-I-It's f-fine,really...-He nudged you again,forcing a smile.-I'm a big boy, i-i-I can handle myself.
-If anything bothers you just tell me,okay?-You returned a smile.-I am here to help,after all.
-I w-will,just need a bit time...
You placed your hand on his shoulder,rubbing it a bit with your thumb.Jeremy blushed slightly and finally said.
-I think M-Mike has something t-t-to say to you...
-Really?Does he now?- You feigned surprise.
Jeremy smiled getting back to Chris.You looked at everyone just bluntly staring at.Especially Mike.He is...A bit strange.
-What?-You asked everybody aloud which made them turn their gaze down and get back to the conversation they were having earlier.Everyone but not Mike.He continued his usual routine which meant just monitoring your every single movement. You got tired of being a one-person show for Mike and went up to him.
-If you have something to say-say it.It's getting annoying ,ya know?-You crossed your arms.
-Not here.-Dryly said the man grabbing you by the wrist and dragging you in the direction of Janitor's closet.God,not again.You tried to resist but Mike way stronger than you are.Once you got far enough from the others Mike pushed you into the closet making sure that nobody will interrupt him.
-You're scaring me,Mike..-You mumbled,retreating backwards.
-Now ,listen here.I think I warned you...-He said,closing in on you.-...You should leave!Now!-He sounded outrageous,like he was about to beat you up.-You DON'T understand how fucked up this place is!-He stood right in front of you keeping a bit of distance of a few centimetres.Your whole body was trembeling seeing him so fueled with anger.-It will tear you apart!It will kill you!
-I don't get it...Why are you doing this?-From stress your eyes started watering.-Mike!Please...Don't hurt me...-You put your hands in front of your face trying to protect yourself from the unfortunate fate that's about to happen.
-What?!-He was baffled.-I wasn't going to hurt you!Are you nuts!?
You couldn't even connect the words into  a sentence so you just covered your face with your hands, sobbing.Your whole body was trembling in fear for your wellbeing.Mike realized what he just did and stepped back giving more space to breath.
-I-I didn't mean to...I'm sorry...-He sounded like a completely different person.Mike tried to touch you but you pulled away from his hand.-I'm sorry...
-I don't believe you...Let me go!-You ran for the door trying to unlock it but it got jammed.-Damn it!FuckFuckFuckFuck...-You pulled out your phone and dialed Scott but Mike snatched it from your hand hanging up.
-Don't you dare...
-Please...Please!Let me out!-You cried.-I'm scared...
All of a sudden you felt him hugging you tightly,almost squishing you.None of it made sense.The way he acted,the way he talked...It was bizzare!Mike started rubbing your back with one of his hands trying to calm you down.You sobbed into his chest trying to get a complete picture of what was actually happening.But he felt so nice,so warm.
-Hey,hey...Look at me..- He lifted your face forcing you to look into his eyes.-I'm sorry...I can't control it...You are not safe here...I don't want to see another person loose their life here.-You just stood there in his embrace,looking into those ocean eyes.You pulled away from him looking anywhere but at him.
-Let me out...
He did not say anymore.Mike pushed the door open behind you and you stormed out leaving him alone.You rushed to the nearby restroom locking yourself in.You didn't want anyone to see your tears once again. In your head you compared everything that was happening to a teenage drama movie.You laughed at a thought wiping your tears away with a paper towel.Your cheeks were covered in pink stipes,eyes red and a little puffy.Looking in the mirror you felt miserable.One moment you are all cocky and cool and the other you tumbled down like a jenga tower after somebody touched you.You splashed your face with cold water to at least calm down the shades of red.Feeling exhausted you came back to the "Party Hall" making sure not to make eye contact with anybody.The night is about to be a hell of a ride.

CHAPTER 6
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