Spongebob Love Triangle

Halloween «special issue»

Bikini Bottom is an incredible underwater city, home to the finest sea creatures. Autumn has arrived unusually early this year, and the water feels especially cold, so the residents are bundling up in warm jackets, hats, and scarves. Today is October thirty-first, a day that brings everyone's favorite holiday – Halloween. Let's dive into this extraordinary Halloween special.

— Good morning, Gary!
— Meow!
— Did you sleep well? Because I sure didn't.
— Meow?
— You know, I keep thinking about Patrick and Squidward. It seems like they're both in love with me. It's so... exhausting! I can't even hang out peacefully with my friends because they're jealous of each other. Gary, I don't know what to do anymore!
— Meow, meow(((
— I'm strong, I'll handle it. Right, thank you!
SpongeBob reached for his phone to check the time, but the date caught his eye instead. This wasn't just any date — everyone knows that on this day, monsters emerge, and vampires roam the dark streets in search of prey.
— Wow, Gary! Today is October thirty-first, Halloween! Why didn't anyone tell me?
— Meow.
— How can you not like Halloween? I thought pets were supposed to be like their owners! Do you think it's a good idea to invite Patrick and Squidward over?
— Meow!
— Why, Gary? Yeah, I know their arguments wear me out, but they're still my friends, and I love them! — Come on, Gary, I think it'll be fun!
Without much thought, SpongeBob made a group call in the chat named "Best Friends." Squidward, Sandy, and Patrick didn't take long to join the video call.

— SpongeBob, why so early? I'm still sleeping! — said Squidward.
— SpongeBob, is something wrong? — asked Patrick.
— Good morning, Bob! — said Sandy, munching on acorns with milk.
— Good morning, everyone! Today is the amazing holiday – Halloween. Don't you know?
— We know, but... — Squidward paused, and Patrick interrupted him.
— But they don't celebrate it in Bikini Bottom anymore!
— What? Why?
— It's all because of Plankton!
— Every year, it's the same, — replied Sandy. — Every Halloween ends the same way: either Plankton wreaks havoc on everyone's homes and lives, or some folks take the holiday spirit a bit too far.
— Right, — said Squidward, — last Halloween, one of the locals bit an old lady's dog.
SpongeBob grew thoughtful. He wanted to throw a real party for his friends, but he could tell from their faces that they weren't thrilled with the idea.
— Hey, SpongeBob, are you there?
— Yeah, Squidward, I'm just...
— You know, — Squidward cut him off, — I have a good idea, but I don't think Patrick will like it. Patrick, can you leave the call?
— Squidward, don't forget I'm your neighbor; I'll wreck your whole house right now!
— Listen up, you noseless, I'm coming over, and we're going to have a little chat!
— Mister Squidward, I have nothing to talk to you about.
— You know what, Patrick, I already told you...
SpongeBob sank deeper into his thoughts. He understood why Patrick and Squidward acted this way. Even though he hadn't come out, his friends understood he was different. SpongeBob was tired of these fights, so he simply hung up. Just a few minutes ago, he was full of energy, ready to get out of bed and dance, but now he just turned on his side and started to cry. SpongeBob went down to the kitchen with Gary to make himself some breakfast. He took eggs, bacon, milk, bread, and cheese out of the fridge. Quickly, he whipped up some scrambled eggs, poured himself a glass of milk, and sat down to eat. Just as he took a bite of bread, Gary meowed:
— Meow, meow.
— Oh, right, Gary, I'm sorry, I totally forgot to feed you.
SpongeBob opened a can of snail food, "The Best New Formula with Big Meaty Bites," and settled back into his chair to continue his meal.

SpongeBob had a great breakfast. He brought the dishes to the sink and began washing them, when suddenly, there was a knock at the door.
— One second, my hands are wet! — yelled SpongeBob.
He went to the door and opened it. Standing on his doorstep was Sandy, looking very unusual: on her diving helmet was a little witch's hat, and her suit looked quite spooky, as though she'd just crawled out of toxic waste. As soon as SpongeBob opened the door, he froze for a second, then said:
— Whoa, Sandy, you look so creepy!
— Hey, SpongeBob! Yeah, I tried my best. Do you like it?
— Yep, did you decide to celebrate Halloween after all?
— Yes, and I'm not the only one!
From both sides of Sandy, Patrick and Squidward jumped out. Patrick was wearing a spider costume that really highlighted his starfish shape, and Squidward had on his work cap. He said it was the scariest nightmare he endures five days a week.
— Guys, you came?
— Yeah, SpongeBob, we couldn't leave you alone, — said Patrick.
— Yeah, we want to celebrate Halloween with you in the company of best friends! — added Squidward.
— And? — Sandy prompted them with a hint.
— And we promise we won't argue anymore, — said Patrick.
— At least for today! — added Squidward.
— Really? Wow, this is going to be a fantastic celebration with friends! Don't stand at the door, come in!
— Hey, Bob, you know what we decided? We all want to go to Rock Bottom together – they always celebrate Halloween there. We saw a poster; they say there'll be some sort of concert, — Squidward gave SpongeBob a friendly wink to get him to agree.
— Okay, sure, I agree, — SpongeBob said modestly.
— Great! Patrick, you pack everything we need into the car, and SpongeBob and I will go upstairs – I'll help him put together a spooky look.
— Squidward, why do I have to carry everything while you're upstairs with SpongeBo... Ow! Aaah! — Sandy pinched Patrick. It was the right move since now wasn't the time for bickering, especially after their promise.