Night In The Woods: Adaptives - Hats The Spirit

Chapter 1: Daydreamin'.

The year 2021. June 12th. In a crowded city, bright harbor, there is an fox, Gregg, who is thinking about his past at Possum Springs. Back when it was... Easier, simpler. Back when it was enjoyable to last. Jen, Gregg's cousin, attempted everything she could to make Gregg feel better. But knowing Gregg, she needed more than kind inspirational words to help her relative...

Gregg is seen in his house. Thinking to himself... As his body melts in the bed. Seeing just him in his usual clothes and in his usual life and hanging with his usual friends on a really usual day. But how could Gregg actually be upset that he was divided from Possum Springs? A new life was what he and his boyfriend wanted... He's finally achieved his dream... It's like something was missing...

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Jen
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Jen enters Gregg's room. "Gregg... Are you awake?
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Gregg
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"Yeah.... I am.... I feel asleep inside tho..."
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Jen
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"Gregg... It has been years since you left Possum Springs. Why, and how are you still acting like this?"
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Gregg
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"Naaagh! Jen you wouldn't understand... As usual."
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Jen
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"It's not that I can't understand your state of mind, or find someone who can.... I'm just through of you being a 24 year old who expects pity from anyone you see. Your not even employed! Well... Not anymore."
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Gregg
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"I'm trying my best Jen! Is that enough for your nasty little brain to comprehend?"
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Jen
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"It's true! And you need to try harder if this is what you call your best!"
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Gregg
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"I am! You're never there for me! Why should I take your so-called "advice".
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Jen
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"It's not advice... It's the real world. And you need to snap back to reality."
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Gregg
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"IS THAT REALLY WHAT YOUR HERE FOR? To start fights with me? All because I'm more unique than you or anyone ELSE you rely on, and it bothers you? Leave me alone, your just making me want to kill you more.
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Jen
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*Gregg's opinionated words shank Jen. Causing her to stand there paused. Then she breaks the silence* "Gregg, no. I'm just worried for you, and you know that."
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Gregg
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"I don't believe you" *Gregg faces the other way on the bed*
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Jen
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*With a disappointed face Jen leaves the room and heads down stairs*
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Angus
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*Spots Jen* "Jen? Whats wrong? It looks like I forgot the
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Jen
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"For once you didn't Angus. But no that's not why. I don't know how you do it.... How are you this close to Gregg, I know he's very.... Interesting to hang around with. But he's very strict at me..."
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Angus
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"Gregg is just missing the times he had at possum springs. Sure, it's been a few years. But he just needs someone to give him new memories to make him more enthusiastic."
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Jen
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"Well I don't know how to do that. Mind sharing some tips?"
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Angus
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"Well I suggest walking in his own shoes."
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Jen
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"What do you specifically mean by that?"
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Angus
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"I mean like, be rebellious, adventurous, maybe a bit childish! You know, I remember I went to this one field, until it became a warehouse that didn't last long. We used to mind our business there. And maybe since it's abandoned, you and Gregg should loot the place! Or if you want, explore."
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Jen
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"Uhm... That's actually a very good idea. Tho I'm not sure if it's legal..."
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Angus
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"It's probably forgotten. Like I said: The warehouse didn't last long. It burned down..."
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Jen
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"Mm.. Whatever you say. As long as you're telling the truth, I'm in! I'll get Gregg right away! Thanks, Angus."
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Angus
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"Your welcome, just be cautious!"
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Jen heads upstairs to get Gregg. But before she could ask him to explore the hill, she goes into her room and grabs Gregg's old hat. It was brown and dirty and had patches over it. As she dusted and blew off the dust and cobwebs, she knew exactly what to do with it.