I am brought back to the surface, where Huck and I were attacked. The tentacles drop me, retreating into the center of the planet. The floor seals itself up and I know, now, it's just a cover. What lies underneath our feet is the thing I fear the most. I have no idea how to avoid it, but... I need to keep my eyes peeled.
I notice Huck is gone. He must have run off or went home. I realize I've got to do the same. I also realize the sun has set, and the stars are glistening against the dark sky. It has been about a day since I left my home, and I have no idea why I thought leaving was a good decision. I suppose I was so ashamed of how I spoke, that... I didn't think doing any more talking would make it better. When I go back, I will make sure my apology is more than words. I have to prove I belong in Berry Bitty City, and that I'll never speak like that to anyone, ever again.
(?): DOMINIC...?!
My head jolts to the sound of Raspberry screaming my name. Then, I hear the screams of the others.
(?): COCONUT...?! COCONUT?!
Hearing their voices after so long causes me to cry immediately.
Me: I-I'M HERE!!!
In the distance, I see Raspberry racing towards me at the speed of sound.
Raspberry: DOM!!!
Me: R-RAZZIE!
She slams into me and I clutch her as tight as I can, not letting go of her for a second.
Me: O-oh, Razzie...!
She breaks free and gives me a solid push.
Raspberry: Y-you idiot...! Y-you said you'd come back...!
Me: I-I tried to! I swear!
Raspberry: W-we spend the entire evening searching for you! I-I thought you'd abandoned us!
She punches my chest and I just trap her in another embrace.
Me: A-as long as I live... I'll never abandon you...!
Thunder crackles into the night as Raspberry and I weep and cry. As soon as the others reach us, they join in on the embrace.
Me: I-I'm sorry...!
I drop to my knees and let it all out.
Me: I-I-I'm s-so sorry! I-I don't wanna lose you guys! Y-you're all I have!
Strawberry: O-of course you won't lose us! H-how could you even think something like that? I promise, Coconut, no matter how much you screw up, we'll always be with you!
Plum: Even if some of us hold grudges, so you better be grateful! If I had anything to say about it...
Me: P-Plum...
I hug her, leaving her in disbelief.
Plum: H-hey! I'm trying to scold you here!
Me: Y-you're still the best comedian I've ever known.
Plum just chuckles and slugs my arm.
Plum: Thanks, you dope.
Blueberry: Wh-what happened to you? Wh-where were you?
Orange: We thought you were stolen. Although, by the look on your face, it's like you were pulled out of the ground like a carrot.
I keep my mouth shut. They should not need to know what we know. But my attention turns to Lemon, with a towel around her hair.
Lemon: Oh, this? It's my entry for the talent show.
Me: Let me guess. An... animal hair topiary?
Lemon giggles and pats the towel.
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SSBBA: Fresh Jam
Fiksi PenggemarI thought my life in Berry Bitty City was perfect... Until now. With the introduction of some new faces and an even deeper understanding of the Berrykin lore, I realize I might not know as much about my new home as I might have thought.
