Chapter 12: The Cat (Mini chappie)

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(credits to: juju for the idea of scaring children)

“Today we have gathered here to commemorate the loss of Blaze, a fire elemental, grandson to me, brother to Halilintar, Taufan, Gempa, Ais, Solar and Duri. We extend our help to his family and give them our support in this grievous time.” Tok Aba recited off the script, motioning to his brothers to come up the stage.

They shuffled up the stairs glumly, Ais grasping the mic tightly. “Thank you all for coming.” Ais smiled at them sadly, his voice somehow confident despite the situation. “Api was an amazing person, and had an equally amazing life- Oh, who am I kidding?” Ais broke down, his mature demeanour crumbling, a tear slipping down his cheek. “He had a freaking horrible life, thanks to me.” he faltered, taking a step down. “I-I can't, I'm sorry.” he hurried down the stage, rushing to the bathroom.

“It’s our fault too.” Gempa took the mic, seeing as his other brothers seemingly being on the verge of tears, even Halilintar and Solar, surprisingly. “I- I don’t think we were ever ready for this to happen, and- we have to go, I’m sorry.” Gempa rushed down the stairs, his brothers following in pursuit.

“AIR!” Gempa called out, wiping his own tears away. “I’m- I’m fine, sorry.” Ais apologised, stepping out of the stall, his face a mess of tears. “It’s fine, let’s find somewhere to go.” Gempa assured him.

“EKK! Go to the indoor playground and scare some kids for me!” A voice cheered. “Was that just me or…” the brothers shook their heads, and there was Blaze, ’alive’ and restless. “Heheh, don’t look so confused, I’m dead, but c’mon, just do it!” he giggled, before fading away, a feather falling down.

A chicken’s.

“I’m always with you~” Blaze teased, his voice echoing. “Let’s go then!” Gempa smiled at his brothers.

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“Haiii!” Blaze greeted warmly, spinning in the air. “Hi Api!” Duri responded, grinning. “Hurry up and go scare some kids!” Blaze pouted. “We know! We need to find a spoiled brat. That’s our target. Hey, maybe those girls.” Taufan added thoughtfully, pointing at a pair of girls, one who looked plastic, faker than Taufan’s smile, squirting ketchup on a ‘PLEASE KEEP THE PLAYSPACE CLEAN!’ Sign.

The other was dressed in pink from head to toe, making her seem like Pinkie Pie but Walmart version. She was screaming and kicking. “I ONLY SPENT 3 THOUSAND DOLLARS TODAY! THAT’S SO LITTLE!” She whined in a fit of fury.

“Ooh! Good idea!” Blaze approved, clapping his hands. “Have fun! Don’t forget to annoy Hali for meee!” Blaze reminded, vanishing.

(Haiii! So I’m lazy so no seeing them jumpscare the spoiled brats :3)

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“BOO!” Taufan screamed, using his wind powers to fling a familiar teen up while Duri wrapped him in vines. “ANGIN! DAUN! THAT’S ME!” Halilintar roared. “We know!” Duri giggled, him and Taufan running off to cause some more havoc.

“I swear..” he muttered, heading towards Gempa, Ais and Solar. “Move it, lightbulb.” Halilintar snapped, pushing him. “Shut up!” Solar shot back, shoving him. “OOH! You guys should hug each other!” Blaze announced, appearing out of nowhere.

“NAHHH-” Ais laughed, staring at them. “Listen to Blaze.” Gempa snickered. “EWWW! No way am I touching a pig, it’ll ruin my beautiful skin.” Solar spat, disgusted, as he glared at Gempa and Ais.

“TOO BAD!” Blaze shrieked. “Ais! Mama! Help me!” Blaze pleaded. “Just listen to Api. He isn’t letting you off the hook so easily.” Ais reasoned. “Sigh… My brothers hate me!” Blaze dramatically feigned hurt. “Tsk, you should’ve stayed dead.” Halilintar muttered under his breath.

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