♥ Chapter 14: Delicious Varieties

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***Edge of the Rose Maze***

C.C. POV:

"C.C.?" I hear a soft and raspy, but familiar voice ask. "I'm sorry, do I know you?" I ask while I turn to face the voice. I see a tall man, in a full black outfit, a white bear mask, and gloves. "What are you doing here? Fredbear asks threateningly. "I-I don't know, and C.C., you don't recognize me?" the man asks. "No." I reply bluntly. "...I guess that isn't much of a surprise, you can just call me Mikey." Mikey says in a sad tone. "Okay, well, I should go back and help Bubba and the others with making the treats." I say before leaving.

Nightmare Fredbear POV:

"What the hell are you doing here Michael Afton?" I ask firmly. "I don't know okay, I was looking at myself in the mirror and a bright light erupted from it, and I ended up in that shop looking at the necklace C.C. was wearing." he replies. I analyze him before sighing. "Fine. I'll believe you. C.C. can't remember anything from before he died. Don't be a jerk to him." I state firmly. "I wasn't my teenage years are behind me... plus I never got to apologize or say goodbye to him... the regret is still fresh..." he mutters. "Alright. But if the necklace is the source of you arrival here then we should start to expect others to come around." I say before turning into plushy form and teleporting to C.C.

***Kitchen***

C.C. POV:

"Okay, now we just sprinkle on a little powdered sugar, and..." Trey starts while finishing up the tarts. "Finished!" Ace and Grim exclaim happily. "Fin...ished..." Deuce mumbles. "Did something happen to him while you were shopping?" Ace asks. "Yeah, don;t worry about it, he needs to process some stuff on his own." Bubba says. I glimpse at Mikey walking in here and going to a corner, Fredbear teleporting into my arms. "For sixteen years, I was so sure..." Deuce mutters to himself. "Yeah, whatever. I'm pretty beat. Making tarts sure takes it outta you." Ace says. "Hey C.C., who's that man in the corner?" Bubba asks, gaining the attention from everyone. "My friend Mikey." I reply. "I see...." Bubba says before turning his attention back to the others.

"Hey fam! You look wrecked. Are the tarts done? Ooh, those look sooo cute! Lemme snap a quick pic for Magicam!" Cater exclaims while walking in. "What, NOW you decide to show up?" Ace asks snarkily. "I just came to see how hard my little newbs were working." Cater says. "It's tough work if you're not used to it. But there's no better cure for the ails of fatigue than something sweet from the oven! Help yourself to some of this tart." Trey says while taking the tarts out of the oven. "YAY!" everyone exclaims. "Pretty funny how you managed to show right when it was ready to eat, Cater." Ace says while grabbing a tart. "Heh heh. Someone's gotta be the official taster!" Cater exclaims happily while grabbing a tart. "Mmmm... That smells so good...Glossy chestnuts on top, fluffy cream below... I can't wait another second, I'm going in!" Grim exclaims before taking a tart and eating it.

"Oh, dang..." Ace mutters while taking a bite. Bubba grabs one for me and offers one to Mikey, who refused. "Yuuum! Liked and subscriiibed!" Cater exclaims happily while eating his tart. "This is like something from a fancy bakery." Deuce says while eating. Bubba nods in agreement while eating his tart. I bite into my tart, tasting the sweetness of the chestnuts and sugar. "Rich in flavor, yet not too sweet... It's like chestnuts are dancing across my tongue!" Grim exclaims happily. "Is that... a good thing?" Trey asks skeptically. "Oh, Trey! You gotta do the thing." Cater says. "The thing? Oh... That." Trey replies. "Uh, wanna fill me in here?" Ace asks.

"What's everyone's favorite food?" Trey asks suddenly. "Me? Probably cherry pie. Or hamburgers." Ace replies. "Canned tuna's at the top of my list. Then maybe cheese omelets, roast meat, pudding..." Grim adds. "If I had to pick, I guess I'd say... omelet rice?" Deuce says hesitantly. "I like a nice lamb chop with diablo sauce." Cater adds. "f/f." Bubba states. 'What is my favorite food...' I try to think, my mind flashing a scene of a woman reaching into the oven, vaguely catching her ginger hair. 'Who was that? Why is she in my memories?' "C.C.?" Bubba says worridly. "Huh? Oh, sorry Bubba, I was trying to remember my favorite food, but I couldn't." I reply. "Thats alright bud." Bubba says.

"Huh? How- Now it tastes like cherry pie!" Ace exclaims after taking another bite of the tart. "It's just like canned tuna! Now it tastes like a cheese omelet! And grilled meat! And pudding!" Grim exclaims through munches. I watch Bubba bite into his tart, his face shifting into a small sad smile. I bite into my tart, the taste of chocolate and cookie dough hitting my mouth. 'This makes me feel happy, I recognise these....from where?' "It's very impressive. Is changing flavors your signature spell, Trey?" I hear Deuce ask as I snap back into reality. "Technically, it's "overwriting characteristics." I can change taste, color, smell, whatever. It only lasts for a little while. But it is kinda like covering up the real thing hence, painting." Trey explains.

"If I had magic like that, I could be eatin' canned tuna every meal of every day! That's way better than Riddle's stupid collar magic!" Grim exclaims. "Oh, that's in a whole other league. His signature spell is a weapon. Mine's just childish prestidigitation. Speaking of Riddle - it's too late to give him these now. Let's call it a day and do it tomorrow. Don't forget that tomorrow's the unbirthday party. You don't want to be late." Trey says. "Yuu, can I crash with you again? It doesn't sound like I'll be allowed back in my own dorm tonight." Ace says. "Again, seriously?" Cater asks. "It isn't right to keep mooching off of Yuu, Ace." Deuce comments. "Yeah, it ain't! If you wanna stay tonight, you gotta pay for the privilege! Ten cans of tuna!" Grim exclaims. "No Grim. And it's fine. Just Expect to hear a lot of stomping, ghosts, and the occasional screams." Bubba states, earning a look of confusion and worry from Cater and Trey.

"Why don't you go and stay at Yuu's dorm too, Deuce, so you can keep an eye on him? As vice housewarden, I can issue you a sleepover pass." Trey says. "That's our Trey, always spoiling the newbs. What fun for you. Ooh, maybe I'll come too! What do you say, Yuu?" Cater asks despite the earlier concern. "No pass for you." Trey states firmly. "Aww. Sad trumpet...Womp womp wooomp." Cater says in defeat. "Sorry to dump them all on you, Yuu. At least it's just for tonight." Trey says. "It's alright, I don't mind. It's fun to have some extra company." Bubba replies. "Tomorrow's the unbirthday party. Finally, I'm gonna get rid of this stupid collar! Just you wait, Riddle!" Ace exclaims while everyone walks out.

***Headmage's Office***

"Mama, this is my friend Mikey. I found him today and was wondering if you would let him stay." I say while Mikey shifts uncomfortably. "Does he have magic or any magic aptitude?" Mama asks. "No, I don't." Mikey replies shortly. "I suppose your like C.C. then. Since I am so gracious, I will allow him to stay with Yuu and Grim in Ramshackle Dorm. I will also allow him to be a student, but he must find his own income." Mama says. "Thank you Mama!" I say happily. I hear Mikey sigh and mumble before we turn and leave.

***Heartslabyul Dorm - Lounge***

Nightmare Mangle POV:

"Trey! Cater! You're finally back! We've been looking everywhere for you!" I hear a student exclaim. I look down from the raptors to see students running up to a ginger and green haired boy. "What happened?" Trey asks. "Ten dorm members were caught violating rule 256..."No drinking honey-sweetened lemonade after 8 p.m." Housewarden Riddle collared them all!" a student exclaims in fear. 'By springbonnie, what the hell? These kids need help. Although that should have been expected with how I've seen the Headmaster act so far.' "I can't take it anymore! I can't live like this! Everything we do violates some insane rule! I want to transfer to another dorm..." another student sobs.

"It'll be okay. We'll go talk to the housewarden. You go back to your room." Trey reassures them. "... Guess I'd better go make some tea or something, as a show of deference to the Queen." Cater says after sighing. "Thanks, Cater. Oh, but make sure it's herbal tea, not black. You know what rule 153 says about drinking tea at night." Trey says. "...Yeaaah, sure. Of course." Cater says before walking out. 'Something isn't right... These people are suffering, and I didn't make C.C. suffer that much- nevermind, I take that back'

***Interesting Facts***

- Mike was a bit upset with C.C. calling Yuu Bubba because he never got to form that relationship with him

- C.C. is just gonna let Mike in on his allowance

- Yuu and Fredbear are skeptical of Mike

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