Poor Shelly is always forgotten, even by Pebble, who rushes past her when she tries to pet him. Astro notices, but can't say anything, as he thinks it will make Shelly look helpless. One day on a run, tragedy strikes- and Shelly must find a way to get her crush back. Meanwhile, Astro, trapped under the influence of ichor, begins to seemingly break free. In this heartbreaking story, Shelly and Astro are torn apart, and they have to find their way back....but can they?