*The scene opens with the two cars of the group pulling into the parking lot of The Mississippi Queen. Ozzy steps out and walks over to Ryan to help him exit the vehicle before walking over to the other car to shut it off with Duality.*
Ryan: We're here already? When did we pull in?
Hayden: Only a few minutes ago, Ryan. Do you want someone to help you walk in or do you think you'll be fine?
Ryan: So far I feel okay. Just a little hazy on the time and stuff.
Bryce: Just don't be afraid to ask for help alright. I know that's ironic coming from me, but we wanna make sure you're okay.
Ryan: Don't worry. I will if I need to.
*Ozzy walks back and is joined by the other group. He walks closer to Ryan to check on him before Layne takes center stage again.*
Layne: Alright. Once we get inside we need to find a table that'll fit all of us. After that we can discuss how we'll get close to Mother's lair without her seeing us coming.
Bryce: Is that even possible? I mean, your people have been able to find us no matter where we go.
Layne: Please don't call them my people. But that is true. I'm not sure how she knows so much about you guys, but with that new ability you seemingly have, Bryce, I feel confident we can make it happen.
Bryce: That's a lot of faith in an ability I don't fully understand yet.
Layne: It doesn't matter. A stand is a part of you, part of your consciousness, so whatever you want your stand to do, it will learn to do it.
*Bryce looks down at his hand again and feels a new sense of understanding of his upgraded powers.*
Bryce: I see.
Layne: Enough explaining, let's get inside. And someone gently shake Ryan, his mind is wandering it seems.
*Layne starts walking into the restaurant as the group turns and notices Ryan staring out into the road. Isaiah walks over to him and sees that his eyes are simply open and not focused on anything in particular.*
Isaiah: Ryan? Ryan, what's going on?
*Ryan remains unresponsive, still staring blankly at the road. Isaiah looks closer and can see tears running down Ryan's cheek.*
Isaiah: Ryan? Come on buddy, come back.
*Isaiah waves his hand in front of Ryan's eyes but still gets no response. Afterwards, he gently rocks Ryan back and forth. Despite his efforts, Ryan remains unresponsive still. The scene then shifts into Ryan's eye and cuts to him 5 years ago at a party outdoors to celebrate graduation.*
Andrew: Hey-ey Ryan! Glad you could make it. The other guys are inside right now if you wanna go in and visit.
Ryan: Of course I made it. What are they doing inside though? They don't wanna enjoy the pool?
Andrew: Nah, not right now it seems. They're playing Super Smash Bros.
*Suddenly a loud scream echoes from inside the house. Ryan and Andrew are both able to recognize it as Ozzy immediately.*
Ozzy: FUCK! That's fucking bullshit!
*Andrew and Ryan turn back to face each other and laugh.*
Ryan: Sounds like someone's having a whole lotta fun in there.
Andrew: Yeahhhh, he's been shouting like that for about thirty minutes now.
Ryan: And he hasn't lost his voice yet?
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Light Unbridled
FanfictionA Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Fanfic Inspired by Hirohiko Araki. Follow the story of Eight reunited friends as they discover how to use their new powers, and how to defeat their new enemies.
