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Bendy was watching some of his old cartoons, which got projected on the walls of the throne room. It bored the ink demon, so he decided to look what 'The Lost Ones' were up to. He walked from his lair to the place where they had their hiding spot and just watched them standing, crying or sleeping. *They are not alone at least* Bendy thought to himself. He eventually got bored of that as well and wandered back.
He wanted to be with someone too, someone like...
*Henry...*
An inky tear rolled down Bendy's face, at the thought about his dear creator.
Bendy knew he will never see Henry again, after all these years...
But he still hopes and dreams...
And his dream will come true!~

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_Flashback_
Henry was drawing on some of his cartoons, while Bendy stared at him by looking around the corner. He always had a little crush on his creator, since he was born out of the ink. The animator realised that Bendy stared at him, so he turned around and to face the little demon. Bendy blushed, looking away shyly. "Hey Bendy, do you want to join me?" Henry asked smiling. Bendy slowly nodded and almost threw himself onto the animator's lap. After that Henry had to work with only one hand, with the other he was petting the purring demon.
_Flashback end_

Bendy's P.o.v
I was deep in my memorys, thinking about the good ol' days. *He left... He left, before I could tell him that I love him...* I decided to go to the first level, where Henry used to work. Because I can remember more, when I'm around there.
(Timeskip)
As I looked at the amazing first level of the studio, I heard someone going through the main exit door. I looked around the corner and it was...
Henry!
But he shouldn't see me, not now...
So I decided to wait, until I find a good moment to introduce myself...
Before that I could scare him a little, just for fun!

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Henry's P.o.v
I've got a letter from my old friend, Joey Drew, in which he states that I should visit the old workshop. So I decided to come back here! After entering the cast-off building, the worn out door unfortunately shut itself behind me. *Don't freak out Henry, this building is just a little ramshackle, that's all!* My optimistic thoughts didn't calm me down whatsoever, however, I kept on aimlessly wandering through the hallways, before eventually reaching some sort of oversized balcony. I saw a lever, but it needed a few batteries to work. I luckily found them in a box by a shelf, now I was able to pull the switch! After operating it, a big thing was coming out, from downstairs? A tiny version of the ink machine?!
Now I was a bit skeptic.
When I wandered back, I noticed that a new area has opened up! I went along the way to my right, then all of the sudden a board fell down in front of me! I jumped a little and heard someone quietly giggle. *Your mind is playing tricks on you Henry...* I was going right again and saw the lever which will, at least I have hoped so, turn the machine on. I walked out of the room and there was a cutout! "Who put this here?" I asked no one in particular. I heard the slowly getting obnoxious snickering again.
*This place is driving me crazy.* I walked to the other room and found "Boris! Oh no, what were you doing here Joey..."
(Timeskip brought you by all Bendy x Henry shippers!)
I collected all the stuff I'm supposed to put on the podests, got scared from a cutout again and listened a familiar tune as well. After that I pressed the lever and walked to the maschine. "What the..." There were boards blocking the door?

Bendy's P.o.v
I blocked the door with some boards, so Henry might not runaway, when he see's that I can't hurt him. That would be the last thing I would want! That my one and only is scared of me!
Henry walked forward to look through the boards, but before that I jumpscared him 'a little' out of reflex. Old habits die hard. He was in shock and stepped a few steps back, until his back hit against the wall. He sank on the floor from the shock, that was my chance! I smashed the boards and before Henry could realize what's going on, I slammed my hands besides his head. He looked totally in horror and I probably smiled a bit to creepy.

Henry's P.o.v
I was frozen with fear in that moment. I haven't been at my former workplace for more than an hour and now I'm going to die! I closed my eyes in terror, waiting for my end. Then I felt something cold on my lips, it felt weird but nice?
I opened my eyes to see that the ink monster was kissing me? I became flustered and tried to get out of its grip, but this black, kinda familiar looking, creature only deepened the kiss. I couldn't breathe anymore, then it went dark for me.

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Henry's P.o.v
I woke up at the same place I blacked out, but with the difference that something with black ink was written on the ground in front of me. "Nice kiss?" I blushed, when I remembered what happened. The ink creature kissed me on the lips! And as I thought about how familiar the being seemed...
*Those horns looked like cat ears.
That ink covered smile.
The white glove and fly.
That sounds so much like... Bendy?
But Bendy is a cute little demon and way smaller than that.
And this, I must say handsome looking ink monster, just can't be him. Right?*

Henry thought, walking his way to the exit, because he wanted to get help. However, before he even reached it, the boards underneath him made an uncomfortable cracking noise and in an blink of an eye he fell downwards. The sound of the animator falling, echoed through the entire area.

Henry's P.o.v
I stood up in pain after this unexpected fall. Man, that hurt!
I noticed an emergency axe laying on a table, so I grabbed it and continued to go down. I turned heavy valves, which were apparently lowering the ink. Smashed the boards which were my way and after some time, I encountered a strange room. Memory's were hitting me like a train, at the sight of what was inside.
I couldn't handle it anymore. Then everything faded to black.
(Some time later...)
I awoke in the middle of the room in a 'summoning circle' and felt very dizzy. I slowly stood up and saw that my axe was leaned against a coffin. I took it. Before leaving the room, I noticed a tape recorder on a chair. So I sat down on the ground and listened to the voice of an co-worker, it was:

Melanie Star.

*Wait a minute, does that mean that everyone is trapped here?! When did that woman record this tape? And what does she mean by "don't trust her"?*
There were so many questions unanswered. I was so confused. After eventually standing up, I smashed all the boards, which were blocking the way and walked down the stairs. "How did this place get so big?" I wondered. Then I spotted someone sitting with their back turned, on a chair. I held my breath and cautiously stepped towards the person, slowly raising my axe in the process.

???'s P.o.v
I heard the man, who I assumed to be Henry Stein, creeping towards me.
He is probably scared and has lots of questions. I couldn't blame him. Henry slowly came closer to me and before he could do something, I turned around with a warm smile and started to speak. "Hello!" Henry jumped a little and dropped his axe, as I began to speak. "Don't be scared, I'm not hostile!" I grinned, trying to make a good first impression.

Henry's P.o.v
"What are you? How long have you been down here? Where are the others? Who are you? Do I know you?-" I got cut off by the black haired female.
"You started asking really fast! I'll answer everything, don't worry. You should take yourself a seat before though." She said and indicated me to sit on a chair to her right side. I chuckled nervously and sat down, my heartbeat still going of limits. Then she continued. "Okay, uhm, to answer the first one: I have no idea. I was human once, however, now I seem to have become a being, that looks similar to the cartoon characters. Which sounds pretty unbelievable, even for me."

???'s P.o.v
Henry gave me a long awkward stare. "I mean, we already had alive toons made out of ink running around here and a maniac as employer. This is literally the fever dream version of that." He's got a point there. "So how long did you have to stay here? And where is everyone?" He sounded anxious, with justification.

Henry's P.o.v
"Time is just a concept and even if it wasn't: I lost the overview. The others are on the other levels of this reconfigured place, except for Sammy." She stopped talking so I continued the conversation. "So... Who are you? And why did you end up looking like this?"

Melanie's P.o.v
"Jesus Christ, I'm so clumsy. I actually forgot to introduce myself! My full name is Melanie Fiona Star, but just call me Melanie. As you might've already figured out, thanks to my tape, I was one of the many unlucky employees, who ended up trapped here. And I look like this, because the fallen angel wanted me to. I unfortunately managed to travel to Heaven Toy's, where her territory is." Henry seemed to have noted that information. "Why did she turn you into an ink creature? And how did you manage to escape from her?" He continued asking me. "Actually, I don't know. I came to that place and she just spoke to me through speakers, telling me I should go to the elevator and I followed her orders. I walked up to her door and didn't expect anything bad, since she sounded very friendly." I paused. "I will tell you more about her later. And let me guess, you want to know how I recognized you? Well, that's easy. Because you actually didn't change at all and because of you, Bendy traveled to the upper floor!" I said, with the hope he didn't hear, that I just switched the subject. Henry face became noticeably red, he seemed to have remembered something. *I always knew, they were way more than friends. I mean, I was pretty busy, most of the time, helping Sam with the lyrics for his songs. However, I luckily had some people, Norman and Wally, who told me what they witnessed, when I wasn't there to see it for myself. I wonder where they are now...*

Henry's P.o.v
*So that was Bendy after all?!* I thought and became slightly flustered. I needed to change the topic, so I asked the last unanswered question in my head: "Why do you know that Sammy is here?"

Melanie's P.o.v
"I saw him a few times around this area, but he never seemed to notice my presence. He has turned into an ink monster as well and I don't really want to get near him, because he acts like he lost his very mind and also loudly mumbles about strange things." I said the last part a little quieter, eyed the nearest hallway.

Henry's P.o.v
"Sammy is even more crazy than before? He probably ran out of coffee again. Okay, but all jokes, wanna find a way to get out of here, together?" I questioned, while looking prompted at Melanie. "Of course, thanks for the offer!" Standing up, I walked over and embraced her in a hug, which she quickly returned.

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Bendy's P.o.v
*I should have just taken Henry with me, but... He seemed pretty scared and he also blacked out! After he wakes up again he needs to chill first... However I should go back... No I shouldn't... He is probably at home now, safe... Maybe I should have took him with me... And now he will never ever come back after he saw what happend in this hell of a studio...* I thought sadly.

(Back to the music department)

Henry's P.o.v
I pulled away from the hug and looked at her. "So what do we have to do to get out of here?"
Melanie smirked warmly and replied: "Actually, I already stared with solving the 'puzzles' to get to the stairs, which are leading to the next area. However there's one difficult thing I can't solve: You need to play Sammy's favourite song and at the same time the video has to play! After that we will see what happens!" She explained. "Alright, then let's go!" I said determined.

(Timeskip until they're finished)

Melanie's P.ov
"Wait Henry! Here's a radio! Before we leave this area I want to hear something, to get a good mood" I said a bit awkwardly at the end. Henry smiled and I pressed the on-botton...
It played 'Build Our Machine'! One of my favourite songs! I danced and sang to it and forgot everything around me, It was beautiful!

Melanie enjoyed the music, while Henry leaned against the doorway and watched her reliving her childhood.

Henry's P.ov
*I never knew that she was good at this, but Bendy would totally beat her!*
And I was red again. Melanie stopped and looked at me with an embarrassed blush on her face. "That was INK-credibly!" I said, while realising that I just made a pun. She laughed and I joined in. After we calmed down, we walked to the stairs. But after we stepped around the corner, something or someone hit us two with a dustpan, we both were on the ground and the last thing I heard was:
"Sammy?" Then everything went black.

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Melanie's P.o.v
After I slowly regained my consciousness, I noticed there were chains on me. Chains that trapped me to a chair. However, since this wasn't the first time someone has tied me onto something, I didn't panic. I looked over and there was Henry! But he was chained as well. "Henry, are you okay?!" I quietly yelled with worry in my voice. Henry apparently woke up from that and blinked a few times to get a clearer eyesight. He nodded in my direction. However, before Henry could tell me anything, he got interrupted by Sammy, who walked in through the door on the left side of the room. "Sammy! Did you do this? Why?" I shouted immediately. He just laughed and answered.

Sammy's P.o.v
"Why? WHY?! That's the only thing that you are questioning me?! Well that's easy to answer! If I don't sacrifice you, he won't set me free!"
I spoke to the... *I should ask the two about their names... Wait?! How does she know my name?! Nevermind, they will get sacrificed anyways!* But I still decided to ask the two. "Who are you little sheeps? And why did you come here in the first place?" I said with an considered look, on my pure black face.

Henry's P.o.v
"Wait, let's get this straight before anything else: Who the hell are YOU? We won't answer you before you don't answer that!" Sammy growled and replied a little mad: "Our lord and saviour, the ink demon of course! How can't you know him? Nevermind, now answer me or you will die sooner!" He really sounded pissed off.

Melanie's P.o.v
"Alright, alright, calm down!" I spoke, slowly freaking out. "I'm Melanie Star and I came back here, because I've got a letter from Joey Drew. And that's Henry Stein, he is here for the same reason! Sammy don't you recognize me? I worked every day in this music department and we always saw each other in the break room!" I almost whimpered in despair. He looked surprised and Henry was definitely about to lose his chill.

Henry's P.o.v
"You know everything, now let us please go Sammy! We can talk about this!" I said as determined as I could be at such a moment. He chuckled. *Oh no.* "I'm sorry, but the belivers must honor their saviour! I must have him notice me!" And with that Sammy left the room.

Melanie's P.o.v
*He really has lost his marbles.* I thought, while trying to get the chains off and it surprisingly worked! I unchained Henry, then said: "Take the axe and go!" Because I saw that another door has opened itself. Sammy was talking some stuff about sacrifice through the speakers, so he didn't notice that I slowly walked into the small room he was in. I closed the door and sat down right besides Sammy, now he's noticed me! Sammy jumped and I expected that he would attack me, but instead of that Sammy stayed calm and just looked me dead in the eyes.

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Sammy's P.o.v
"What do you want, little sheep?" I asked as calm as I could. "Why didn't you leave?" She looked very sad after I said that. "Sammy, don't you recognize me? Even after I told you who I was? Why do you seem like you don't remember anything?" That confused me a little. "What do you even mean by 'I don't remember'? I know my name, what my work in this studio was and that's it! Why did you lie that I used to know you? I have never seen you before!"

Melanie's P.o.v
*What is he... Oh right! I'm an ink creature now, of course he can't recognize me!* "Sammy Lawrence, you are spending to much time with the songs, I can do that for you and you can spend time with Norman! Does that sound good?" I said with a big smile. *I will never forget how happy he was when I told him* "Wait?! That sounded familiar... You are really Melanie Star? The kind woman who always helped others? But how?" Sammy asked. *Yes he does remember!* "Yes, I am, Sam. And how I became this... Well, let's just say a fallen angel couldn't help herself!" I answered, without any expression.

Sammy's P.o.v
"So Alice is corrupted as well? But how did she-" Melanie interrupted me quickly. "I will tell you... When I have the time. But first of all, I should make sure that you remember everything!" She said determined. I looked confused but then started to laugh, until my mask dropped. I quickly picked it up and looked away, while putting the only thing that gives me comfort back on again. *I hope she didn't saw my face! That would be embarrassing...* "I do remember everything... At least I think so... What is with this Norman?" I ask. "Norman? Oh right! He was or is your boyfriend actually... But I didn't see him down here, at least not where I was..." Melanie said, probably trying to cheer me up.

(Meanwhile)

Henry's P.o.v
I defeated the ink creatures, which had popped out of the ink. *I hope Melanie can talk with Sammy...* I thought worried. I walked into the hallway, which was blocked with some boards, so I destroyed them and got to the next hallway, but unfortunately it was flooded. My axe was damaged after that and I couldn't use it anymore. *Oh no! Nevermind I have to press on! Melanie will follow me!* I told myself, so I could get the feeling that everything was fine. It didn't work. I was about to go into the ink, when a familiar ink monster jumped out of it. I don't know what was wrong with me, but suddenly I had the figure of Joey in my mind, ink covering his skin and then my body just moved itself. I turned around and ran my way, until I reached a door and blocked it with a board. After that I calmed down a bit. *What is wrong with me?* I thought to myself. I heard him hitting his fists against the door. I should probably apologize. So I unlocked the door and the first thing I saw was Bendy crying on the ground and it wasn't even his fault. I bend down to him and embraced him. "I'm sorry buddy, it's not your fault! You were probably just excited to see me. I was not afraid of you, the situation just reminded me of Joey..." After I mentioned 'Joey' Bendy growled. "You don't have good memories of him either do you? Why did you forgive me then? I left you without even saying goodbye, if I only would have known-" Bendy hugged me tight and I could hear him sobbing quietly.  *He didn't change at all* I thought, with a warm feeling in my chest. "Henry I forgive you, because I now know that you had your reasons!" Said the demon and rubbed the tears from the sides of his face.

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Melanie's P.o.v
When Sammy and I finished our conversation, we went the path Henry took. As we arrived, he and Bendy were embracing each other. Their ultimate cuteness was the only thing I could think of. The two noticed us and, taken by surprise, let go. Sammy's mouth immediately dropped open. I didn't mind the awkward tension this moment had. "Hey you two!" I waved at them in delight and my former co-worker shut his under jaw. "Sammy, whatever you're thinking right now, no, this is not crazy and yes, I'm quite surprised too!" I silently giggled at the dumbfounded man next to me. "Sammy? Are you okay? Do you remember us now?" Henry asked worried. "Yes, he does. However, I didn't tell him about your relationship yet~" I announced, trying to stop my obvious sniggering. The two became noticeable flustered and Sammy seemed irritated. After a long silence, Henry yawned of tiredness.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Okay everyone! Henry is tired! We should go to Boris's place and rest!- Wait, who even are you?" I questioned, turning my head to the tall women besides Sammy. *She kind of looks like Alice, but she's definitely not her.*

Fiona's P.o.v
"Oh, My deepest apologize! I always forget to introduce myself! My name is Melanie Fiona Star or just Melanie. And I was working in the sound department with Sammy!" Why do I always forget that? Bendy nodded, like he could process what I just answered him. Then he suddenly decided to pick Henry up bridal style. Henry's face went cherry red in surprise. *Now Bendy is the one who can keep Henry in his arms.* The demon swung his creator around, like a child would with their favourite plushy. "Doll, ya can't imagine how long I wanted to be the one who carries ya!" He stated out of pure joy.

Sammy's P.o.v
"So you two are together, huh? I didn't notice that. I hardly ever noticed anything for that matter, which is probably the reason why..." The rest of what I said, went untold.

Melanie's P.o.v
"Actually, they had a crush on each other for a very long time. However, neither told the other, until now, I guess. Norman and you were together as well, unfortunately you still can't remember everything..." *By the elevator were many more buttons, maybe somewhere in one of the other levels, we could find the projectionist...*

So after that, they walked into the next room. Well, except for Henry, who still got carried by Bendy. Then the group stopped abruptly, because a can of bacon soup rolled its way into their direction. A brief moment later, someone appeared from around the corner.

"Boris?" Henry asked rather stunned, making big eyes at the sight of the quiet wolf.

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(Timeskip)

Henry's P.o.v
I woke up by a purring sound besides me, it was Bendy. He had his arms around me. He seemed to be very happy. I gave him a kiss on the cheek and tried to stand up, but Bendy held me even tighter afterwards. So I just decided to stay where I was. *He seems so peaceful when he sleeps, you would never assume that he could harm anyone... Joey used that against him and I wasn't there to protect him... I can't even remember why I left in the first place...* Then I looked over to the hammock and saw Melanie snoring, with an Alice plushy protectively pressed against her body. *At least she can sleep well... I wonder why she left...* I gave Bendy a kiss on the lips and to my surprise he woke up from it and immediately kissed me back.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Morning doll~ did ya sleep well?" *I hope he didn't notice, that I woke up before him.* I thought while looking at the blushing mess. He nodded and I released him from my caring grip. Melanie also seemed awake and made her way to the kitchen, where Boris and Sammy were at. While I was waiting by the doorframe of the bathroom, inside, Henry got himself ready for the day? The next coming hours? Okay, let's just say, for the following chapters of this story. He washed his face and hands, thoughtfully observing his reflection in the mostly shattered mirror. Moments past by, so I eventually decided to come out of the ink behind him. Giving him a scare, just for fun. He jumped a bit in surprise and I gently laid my arms around him, bringing him into my loving embrace once more.

(Meanwhile)

Melanie's P.o.v
*What is taking them so long?* "I'll go and check on the two, Boris, please don't eat my bacon soup!" He looked a little sad, after I said that. However, Sammy felt sympathy for the wolf and handed over some of his. *He seems to be in a better mood, since I told him.* I walked to the restroom and saw Bendy cuddling with his boyfriend. *I'm going to die, this is so cute!* "Hey you two love birds. Sorry for interrupting you guys, but we wanted to start eating breakfast." I announced, giggling to myself.

(Timeskip, until they ate the bacon soup aka. until Boris convinced everyone to give him almost all of the food, with his puppy eyes)

Sammy's P.o.v
"I don't want to annoy you, but I really want to go to the elevator and try to find Norman!" I confessed, looking up from my empty can. Melanie was the one who responded with her warm smile. "I've nothing against that! However, we need to be very careful, Alice is not a friendly dog!" Boris immediately eyed her anxiously, as she said that.

After a while, Bendy and Co began their journey from Boris's safehouse to the plushy factory of the studio: Heavenly Toys. With no complications on their way whatsoever. Well, except that Boris got scared in the dark, but luckily Sammy took a flashlight with him.

Henry's P.o.v
"Wow, I don't remember any of this. Joey really did a lot, while I was gone." Bendy growled at the mentioning of the name. "I'm sorry. I forgot, that you hate it, when I say his name. I didn't mean to.-" Bendy interrupted me. "It's fine, doll, it's fine. You aren't the one who should be apologizing..." He replied, lowering his head.

Melanie's P.o.v
Sammy had a questioning look on his face, when he spoke up. "About that angel. Do you know where she is?" I shrugged. "I have no idea. However, I know she is definitely somewhere here!" I paused for a moment, because I saw Boris shivering slightly. I went next to him and put my hand on his shoulder, in a comforting matter. "Boris, it will be okay. We are all with you and if she even dares to come near you, we will be there to protect you!"
After that he stopped shaking and weakly smiled at what I told him. I really had the impression, that my words were able to make the wolf feel better again. *I hope, she is not going to notice us any time soon...*

Alice Angel/Susie Champbell's P.o.v
"Well, well, well~ my little angel is finally back and oh? You brought some old friends too?~"

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Melanie's P.o.v
*Almost like she could read my thoughts...* A shiver went down my spine, as we heard Alice's voice through the speakers above our heads. "Why does she call you 'my little angel'?" Bendy asked weirded out, letting go of Henry. "I have no idea." I lied, out of instinct. "Oh I see, Bendy the dancing demon finally has his lover, Henry Stein. How long do you think will this tragedy called 'love' go on between you two, mhm? As if you were even able to feel something else besides hatred now, demon. And I of course didn't forget about you, Sammy Lawrence. Your insanity is almost like a circus show, but without the cheers and laughter, rather with banging against doors and screams of agony." She paused for a moment. "But I can't say something against you Boris, you're just to perfect~" Alice chuckled, she really knows how to make someone feel uneasy. Boris was shaking like a leaf. Sammy, I guess, didn't mind being called insane. However, Bendy seemed slightly pissed at what the fallen angel had spoken and gazed over at Henry, who looked like his day just got ruined.

Henry's P.o.v
"Wow, such a mood killer." Bendy muttered under his breath and I silently agreed. *Alice really likes to hurt people on a personal level, huh? But if she needs something tragic to look at, she could just use a mirror.* I thought, while going next to my partner to take his hand. "Bendy, we both know that what she says is not true. You're probably even more emotional than she could possibly be. -" I got interrupted by Bendy giving me a quick peck on the lips. "I know, but it feels nice to hear it from you."

Melanie's P.o.v
*Why did she become so mean after all these years? That's not the Alice I know!* "Boris, you don't have to be afraid, we are all here for you!" I wispered, while giving the poor wolf a hug.

Sammy's P.o.v
"Guys, can we keep going? I would like to see my boyfriend again." Everyone nodded in agreement. *I hope we'll find Norman, wherever he might be...*

After some time they arrived in a room with many Bendy, Boris and Alice dolls. Melanie got herself an Alice doll to take a closer look at it and as Sammy asked why, she just explained that she just liked Alice Angel as cartoon character. Without mentioning, the huge crush she had on Alice Angel's voice actor, Susie Campbell. That was always her little secret. However, if Sammy remembers Melanie's strange acting around Susie in the past, he will probably put two and two together.

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Sammy's P.o.v
"I already fixed the maschine in this room so we can just go to the next, wait a moment... And the way is open!" Melanie stated, using the lever from the doll-maschine. "Alright then, you can go first, Melanie." *I don't have a good feeling by this room...* She looked at me with a 'how dare you' face, slowly walking in.

Melanie's P.o.v
"See Sammy? Nothing to fear! Just like the last time I was here-" Then the door suddenly closed itself behind me and the lights turned off. *Sugar honey ice tea...* I thought frightened.
There were some little TV's playing a song I knew very well. It took me in trance and I just stood there and listened to the song...

I'm the cutest little angel, sent from above, and I know just how to swing.
I got a bright little halo, and I'm filled with love...
I'm Alice Angel!
I'm the hit of the party, I'm the belle of the ball, I'm the toast of every town.
Just one little dance, and I know you'll fall...
I'm Alice Angel!
I ain't no flapper, I'm a classy dish, and boy, can this girl sing.
This gal can grant your every wish.

"I'm Alice Angel! AAAAAHHH!Ha ha...

I see you there, Melanie~ It's really nice of you to visit me again~ I almost lost hope... But I can count on you, you were always so kind to everyone~ That's why I made you to your perfect design~"

Melanie's P.o.v
"I'm glad you're behind that thick glass wall! Even if you already destroyed it pretty well... Susie Champbell is your real name isn't it? Man, I always looked up to you! You were such a good singer and everyone loved you in the studio! What happened that made you do all of this?"

Alice Angel's P.o.v
"What happened? What happened! You happened! Like I told you: I love you Melanie Star, I thought you loved me as well, but you disappeared, again!" I started crying. "Back when the studio wasn't hell itself you also disappeared and I had nobody to talk to! So I didn't saw a reason to be nice to anyone... You were the only person where I could be myself... Allison Pendle got to voice Alice Angel and Joey Drew turned me into this..." I stopped for a moment. "But you are back and tell me, am I still beautiful?"

Melanie's P.o.v
"I didn't knew... And I'm sorry, if I can make you feel better with that... Yes Susie, you're still beautiful, because I know deep inside you is still something good!" I tried to smile, but failed.
"Darling I'm happy to hear that, but I'm far away from being good... We'll see the each other very soon~" I heard something, then the lights turned on again and she was gone... *I wish I could change her mind... I wish we would've talked more before...*

(Meanwhile)

Bendy's P.o.v
Henry started panicking "We need to get her out of there!" "I'm trying!!!" Sammy said, while trying to break the door with his feet. "I think she's fine, doll, the angel won't hurt her." Boris just stood in the corner of the room, silently crying to himself. "We just have to wait" I said as positive as I could. I stepped next to Henry and gave him a 'calm down' cuddle, because it always works.

Sammy's P.o.v
*I wish Norman was here... He always calmed me down when I needed it*
Then suddenly the door opened itself again. I ran in and there was Melanie, tears streaming down her face.
The others quick followed me. "Melanie! Are you okay? I'm sorry I wanted you to go in here!" I looked down after I said that. "It's fine Sam, let's just keep going and find your boyfriend!" She said as positive as always.

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_Flashback_
Susie was practicing the new song for the show, but got interrupted by someone opening the door of the recording room, it was Sammy. He asked Susie, because he was very busy at the time, to show one of the new employees around, Susie of course agreed. She walked up to the main exit and there was the new worker for the music department. Susie smiled and walked over to the nervous looking woman with brown long hair, blue eyes and very light skin. She was wearing a seemingly oversized purple jacket with fitting boots. Susie introduced herself and so did the woman. "Hello Susie Champbell, my name is Melanie Fiona Star!"
_Flashback end_

Melanie's P.o.v
*She was so nice and I just had to fall for her... Now she's not herself anymore and it's all my fault!* "Guys can I maybe stay here for a little while, I want to think about something... I'll come after you later, okay?" They all agreed, but I could see that they were worried. "I know the way, remember? I won't get lost." I argued with a smile. So I stayed in the room were I was, sitting on the sofa with the Susie Champbell tape recorder and started thinking...

Sammy's P.o.v
*I hope she's fine... I don't remember her changing her mind so suddenly... Well then let's go!*
(Timeskip)
"Could you two maybe stop being so cute together?" I asked, while looking at the love birds, which were kissing and cuddling each other. I had actually nothing against that, but the fact that it reminded me of Norman made me sad.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Alright Sam we just enjoyed ourselves yez, anyway where is Melanie? We have waited by this elevator for like 30 minutes!" Sammy shrugged and leaned against the elevator door. "We should maybe look for her... Sammy, Boris, you two stay here, me and Bendy will look for her!" Henry said determined. "Oh great, we have to wait here! What about you two staying here and me and Boris will look for her instead?" Sammy said sarcastically.

Bendy, Henry and Sammy angrily argued who should go and look for her, Boris just stood in the corner and watched them with a depressed expression.

(Meanwhile)

Melanie's P.o.v
*Sugar honey ice tea! How long did I stay here? Now I really need to hurry!* I thought, while running to the elevator. After I reached the hall I saw the others as well, but they were arguing about something! I ran down the stairs and went in the middle between Bendy, Henry and Sam, to get their attention. I shouted. "Please stop fighting everyone!" They stopped immediately. "Whatever you're all angry about please stop!"

Sammy:
"Actually... We were arguing about who should look for you, but since you're here now... I guess we should have just looked together... I feel kinda stupid now that I say it out loud... 'Sorry for what we did..."

Sammy gazed at Boris who looked at him, then at Bendy and Henry, which were looking down in shame.

"Oh... That's what it was about..."
Melanie couldn't help, but start to laugh over this weird situation. The others first looked confused but soon started laughing too. *Wow, now I forgot my plan to speak with Alice in person again... Maybe the ink really 'clears' the mind...* Melanie thought.

Alice Angel:
"Already over this funny act? Seeing you fighting was so entertaining~ But of course my darling had to come back~"

Everyone stopped laughing immediately and seemed to be pissed off again, Melanie looked to be in disbelief. This time because of hearing Alice's voice through the speakers. "We should just go into the elevator and try to find Norman..."

"And try to kill that son of a-" before Bendy could finish my sentence Henry quickly covered Boris's ears and looked at the ink demon with a 'very serious' expression.

"Boris is in here!" *Now Bendy looks down, oh man...* Henry got to him and quickly kissed him on the forehead. "I'm sorry, but I don't think Boris should hear that." Bendy seemed to be happy again and Boris and the other two just stood there without knowing what just happened. The animator smiled at the group then quickly got in the elevator with the others following.

*Alice hopefully does not do the same thing what she did when I was the last time at level 9, maybe she will even let us go after we talk about it... Okay that was a stupid thought, as if she would just let us leave... And after everything that happened, she certainly wouldn't want to let me go...* Melanie thought, trying her very best not to look nervous, but was failing miserably. The others luckily didn't notice. Because Bendy and Henry had only eyes for the each other, Boris stood in the corner with an 'AFK' expression and Sammy studied the elevator.

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Alice Angel:
"Looks like you've got a date with an angel~ Meet me at level 9 darling, just follow the screams~"

Sammy's P.o.v
*What screams?* "Melanie Star in: the crazy admirer" I joked. Everyone started laughing, well except Melanie, of course. Then the elevator stopped and the grates opened. "That was not funny!" Melanie yelled as her face turned red. "It's a little bit funny~" Bendy sang and even had to hold himself onto Henry, so he wouldn't fall from laughing. However that just made the both of them fall. They quickly got up again, while seemingly blushing in embarrassment. "So all of you have choosen death?" Melanie stated with a dead glare, after that everyone went silent. "Okay, okay, the joke was actually good." Even after that we all still looked at her like she would want to murder us or something. "Soooo~ I will go to Alice's domain then..."
"You really want to go there all by yourself?" I asked worried. She just nodded silently and then made her way to the big door, which is leading into the angel's domain and the grates closed again.

Melanie's P.o.v
Sammy and Boris waved at me and Bendy and Henry already sat down on the ground, Henry was in Bendy's lap while Bendy lovely kissed him all over his face. *Cute.* I thought, then finally got to the big door with the sign 'She's quite a gal' and oh man I was nervous. The door slowly opened with a loud creak and I prepared for alice to attack me, however there was only her cut-out at the end of the hallway to be seen. I calmed down again and made my way to a big room which is filled with dead Boris's and butcher gang members, now I was terrified. *I never saw so many dead bodies before... I thought she only totured me...* It was really shocking and I could only stand there and look at what my favourite former co-worker had done. "Look around, it took so many to make me so beautiful~ I had to do it, she made me!" *I need to end this horror! And I will!* Speaking to myself really helped this time. I only looked at the boards- which were leading to the next room- when I crossed the flooded ground. After I finally reached the door it opened. The first thing that came into my view as I stepped around the corner was an Alice Angel cut-out which gave me the creeps. However that was nothing against what I saw when I turned to go right into the next room. The corrupted Alice Angel herself stood there and a chained butcher gang member besides her! I wanted to run out because the situation looked dreadful as hell and that I didn't want to end like that, since I've already had to experience what she can do. even if she only did that, because she didn't want me to leave her again. I tried to get out, but suddenly the door got closed by an now sad looking angel.

Alice Angel:
"You want to leave already, Miss Star? But the date has just began-"

Melanie Star:
"THIS is not a date! Or do you think it's charming to see a half dead body besides the person you love? I'm sorry, but I am not here to have a friendly conversation with you! I want you to tell me where Norman Polk, Sammy's boyfriend, is!"

Alice Angel:
"Actually this is my domain so my rules, however for you, Melanie, I will be merciful~ Anyway, do you want your missing body parts back? I have them somewhere-"

Melanie Star:
"NO, JESUS CHRIST! That would be the last thing I would want!" I paused to calm my nerves and then looked straight at her. "I want you to tell me where Norman is!"

Alice Angel:
"Okay if you say so~ He's at level 14, but you can only get there when you and the others do a few eensey weensey little favours for me first! Return to the lift darling, maybe it is not to late and the projectionist is still down there~"

Melanie's P.o.v
And with that 'the date' ended. As I went out of the room, I heard Alice angrily toturing the poor butcher gang member. *I wish she could be a little more like her old self again...* I thought sadly on my way back to the elevator. When I got through the big doors the angel's voice once more could be heard from the speakers.

Alice Angel's P.o.v
*Torturing that thing felt good! But now I need a new one, oh well...*
"My maschine's are hungry, gather me some spare parts" And with that my darling saw the pipe wrench, took it and made her way to the elevator. *Someday Melanie~ we will be together~ Someday~*

Melanie's P.o.v
*How am I supposed to find them...? I'll just search for them, I guess...* "Hey guys I'm back- Where is Sammy?!"

Bendy's P.o.v
"Please don't be so loud, Henry is sleeping. Sammy made his way through that door" I pointed at the open door right next to the elevator. "And you didn't even think 'bout to stop him?" Melanie raised an eyebrow. "Nope, he told us that he will be back soooo"

Melanie's P.o.v
"And you believe that? How long is he gone now?" I face palmed."I dunno, here is not a single clock"
He shrugged. *Sigh* "I will look for him then and while that I might even find some spare parts. But don't get the idea leaving too! I'm warning you!"

Bendy's P.o.v
"What did that angel even told ya? And why do you need some spare parts?" I looked confused under the ink. "Alice told me that Norman is at level 14 but lemme guess, you can't come there? So she said that when we do her a few favours, she would let us down there!" She sounded confident about her own words. "And ya believe her?" I said while trying not to laugh. "It's the only thing we can do. And besides, using the words from someone against them is really clever, respect!" Melanie smiled.

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Bendy's P.o.v
Melanie smiled at me and then made her way through the door, I was still sitting on the ground in the elevator and hugging my Henry lovely while he was asleep. *I hope that we will get outta here someday* I thought and kissed Henry on the forehead. *But with Alice having the control over the elevator are the chances almost by zero...* I thought sadly.

(Meanwhile)

Melanie's P.o.v
On my way up I had to fight against some searchers, but luckily Alice gave me the pipe wrench. *Well thanks for that, I guess* And then I finally saw Sammy! He was standing with his back to me playing piano. Sammy seemed to be deep in his thoughts, because when I tipped him on the shoulder he jumped and immediately spun around. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to-"

Sammy's P.o.v
"No, it's fine. I was just... Thinking..." I replied nervously. She asked me why I got here and I just confessed that I was bored and wanted to explore, since I never came to this part of the studio before. Melanie simply nodded in an understanding manner and then questioned if I may join her to find some spare parts for Alice, and of course, I agreed! We took the door right besides the place with the instruments. As we got to an ink puddle a searcher attacked us, at least Melanie had a weapon. The next hallway was flooded with ink, so we only could slowly walk through it. As we almost reached the end, Melanie stopped me by grabbing me on my shoulder. I was first a little confused why she did that, but then I saw the light- no, the creature with an function projector on its head! It slowly made its way from the room, it was in, into another. I don't know what it was, but I felt a special connection between us. Something was pulling me to it, perhaps my heart?

Sammy wanted to go to the ink creature, however, Melanie held him back.

Sammy's P.o.v
"Please Melanie, let me go!" I cried out, while trying to get to the room. "Sammy, that thing could be dangerous! We should be glad it didn't see us!" She answered after the creature was already gone again. "But I felt something when I saw it! What if... What if it was Norman?" I said, with still some ink streaming down my face. Melanie was silent for a moment, but soon responded. "Alice said he is at level 14 and I believe her." She stated. "So we will definitely find him there!" Melanie said determined.

Sammy and Melanie both continued to go upstairs. And then they made it to level K! Piper walked down the stairs as he spotted the two, Sammy rushed quickly into a miracle station and Melanie smacked the butcher gang member with the pipe wrench to death.

(Timeskip after they got all 3 spare parts)

Melanie's P.o.v
"NAILED IT!" I screamed excited and threw my fists in the air. Sammy smiled at me, but his smile didn't last long because the speakers got on again.

Alice Angel's P.o.v
"Ah, that should be plenty. Return them to me. And please... Try not to die on the way back..."

Sammy's P.o.v
*Please?* "She is insane, but she still cares about you!" Crazy, that I wasn't dead after that sentence. Melanie actually even snickered a little by hearing this!

Melanie's P.o.v
"You're a jerk sometimes, you know that right?" He gave me the 'how dare you' face, of course not serious, and then we made it back to the elevator. *They're still sleeping?!* Bendy and Henry really love to rest don't they?

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(Timeskip until Melanie and Sammy brought Alice the spare parts, got the new errand and then arrived back at the elevator.)

Sammy's P.o.v
We had to wait until Bendy and Henry woke up, so after some time Melanie and I started playing 'rock paper scissor'. But to my surprise I kept on winning all the time! "You play that game often, do you?" I questioned sarcastically.

"Actually, I can't really remember when I played it the last time..." Melanie answered. After that she decided to let Boris try it out too. He beated Sammy in no time. After Sammy's overdramatic crying ended and Melanie tried not to laugh because of it, Bendy finally awoke.

Bendy's P.o.v
*Yawn* *That was good... Nothing is better then some relaxing sleep...* I thought to myself. Henry was still asleep, so I did what I was good in and woke him up by kissing him gently on the forehead. *Yawn* "Morning Bendy, did you sleep well?" Henry muttered, still half asleep and returned the kiss. "hErE iS nO cLoCk-" Sammy yelled.

Melanie's P.o.v
"That's right tho... How many days did even pass by?" *I hope my mum is okay...* I thought worried. *After all I remember again! Jesus... The ink is really messing with the brain... Aaaaaaand the mood is ruined... But I really hope she's fine after everything-* Then I finally noticed that Sam was typing on my shoulder, to get my attention. "Oops! I'm sorry, I got lost in thoughts..." I was so nervous, if I would still be human my hands would've probably sweated... "Soooooo cuz you and Sammy already did one errand, Henry and I do the second one, is that right?" Bendy asked curiously. "Yep, that's correct! You have to go upstairs and defeat some 'swollen ones' and get the extra thick ink from them." *But they could still call it a date* I snickered silently.

Sammy's P.o.v
"Well then, enjoy your date!" I grinned, as the blushing messes made there way through the door and up the stairs. Melanie and Boris tried not to grin too, but failed miserably. Well, Melanie failed and Boris actually smiled happily. *Norman's smile never failed to cheer me up...*

(Meanwhile by Benry)

Henry's P.o.v
We walked up the stairs for some time now, then Bendy suddenly stopped. I looked over to him and- he lifted me up bridal style! I slightly started blushing. "Bendy, I can walk on my own!"

Bendy's P.o.v
"I know that, but I just love to see you flustered." I teased him. He looked away from me to hide his beautiful face, I couldn't allow this! So I sat him down on the nearest box and made myself comfortable besides him. But he still looked away! As I gently grabbed him by the chin and slowly turned his head to me, he had tears filling his eyes... "Hey Doll, what's the matter? Did I say something wrong?" I said and immediately let go. "No, no, everything is fine and you didn't say or did anything wrong..." Henry tried to stop crying but he just couldn't. I noticed that and immediately started hugging him. *I hope that helps at least a bit...* "But, what's wrong then?" I asked.

Henry's P.o.v
"That's exactly it! Everything is fine after all that happened! After I just abandoned everyone! After I abandoned you! You should hate me for it! Why- why did you forgive me?" I cried out. Bendy let go and then looked at me again. "Henry... I don't hate you and you know why! As I said, you had your reasons and I am okay with that! But I guess I still want to know why tho... Would you feel better if you'd tell me?" He said and slightly smiled. "Yes, yes I would..." I said and slowly took a deep breath. "So back in the old days, when studio wasn't hell itself, I always noticed how Joey's mood was and how he got weirder from day to day. Someday I could've sworn I saw him trying to kill someone... I was just so scared to even try talking to him and tell Joey, that I didn't want to work for a creep anymore, no matter how much I loved my job and everyone... And I left... After I got home I wrote a letter to tell him that I quit the job... I didn't want to tell any of you, because I knew it would've broken your hearts... And that's it..." I really felt better after that.

"That's all I wanted to hear from you." Bendy smiled and leaned in to kiss him. The demon could feel his heartbeat and his tears. Henry really needed to let that out...
After Henry relaxed again, he and Bendy made their way to the place Sammy and Melanie saw the creature with the projector on its head. They waited until a swollen one popped out of the ink, then Bendy defeated them and Henry took the ink that was left. The two did this three times and were done!

"Awwww that was so cute~ But that what you said Henry doesn't make anything better! You two also have got the errand finished, so bring them to me!" *He had his reasons after all... Huh... Maybe not everything is as it seems...* Alice Angel thought.

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_Flashback_
Bendy was running through the halls of the studio, but he just couldn't find Henry. After a while he came across Boris. "Hey Boris, do you know where Henry is?" Bendy asked almost panicking. Boris simply pointed out that he doesn't know anything and Bendy should ask Joey, who of course was always in his office. Bendy rushed quickly to the next elevator. Pressed the button, waited, which Bendy though felt like eternity. Rushed in, pushed the right button and then again waited until his nerves were on the edge. Then finally the elevator stopped and Bendy almost kicked Joey's office door down! "Joey Drew, where the hell is Henry!?" Bendy almost screamed at the now pissed Joey. "He got sick" Joey said with an almost to calm voice. "Yeah, sick of you!" Bendy said under his breath as he left the room again. "What was that!?" Joey yeeled, but Bendy of course made it look like he didn't hear anything. After he got to the place where Henry's workdesk was, he saw Alice Angel just looking at some of Henry's drawings. "Hey Alice!" Bendy said with an 'I'm sorry but could you do me a favour' expression. "What is it now Bendy!" He gulped and then started talking. "Look Alice, I am sorry for the prank I did, but-" Alice suddenly started laughing. "You really think I am mad at you, just because you put a plush snake in the present I wanted to give Ms. Star?" She giggled. "Y-yes?" Bendy slowly answered. "She didn't hate it at all, she even liked it! So it's fine. Also, what is it you wanted to tell me? Because I don't think that you would ever apologize for pranks!" Bendy got nervous again. "Well cuz Henry got sick and we don't have a show today I wanted to ask you that: if anyone asks where I am just say I'm somewhere in the studio" Bendy said that almost to fast to understand. Alice smiled and then whispered to Bendy. "Of course, we may not like the each other very much, but I can do that for you! Also it's obvious that you like him" Alice now smirked. Bendy started to blush and then ran out of the studio with no one but Alice knowing... Bendy luckily had looked in the files of all workers in the studio, so he also knew where Henry lived! He knocked on the door, because he was to small to reach the door bell and after some time a- not fully awake looking Henry- opened the door. "Oh, hey there Bendy, what brought you here?" Henry asked, surprised as he saw the little demon standing in front of him. "I heard that you got sick doll- Henry! And I wanted to give ya some company! So, can I come in?" Bendy wanted to slap himself for almost saying doll. Henry luckily didn't hear it, at least that's what Bendy though, and lead him into his house. "Aaaand what did ya do all this time?" Bendy asked carefully. "Trying to sleep, but my stomach just doesn't stop hurting!" Henry said and then yawned. Bendy got an idea how to fix that! He told Henry to lay down on the sofa and Bendy curled up on Henry's stomach and then started purring. "I don't think this will work- oh, actually that feels good! *Yawn* good night Bendy... Sleep well..." Henry said and the slowly drifted into an peaceful sleep. "Good night, doll..." Were Bendy's last words before drifting into sleep too.
_Flashback end_

(Timeskip until Bendy and Henry made it to Alice, gave her the thick ink, got the new errand, also a weapon and then made it back to the elevator)

Bendy's P.o.v
"Where were you guys all the time? Did you two made a walk through the whole animation studio, or what? Sammy joked. "It just took a while, anyways you two have to make the new errand: You have to go to level P and get 3 valve cores by solving the ink tubes" And with that I handed him the plunger and sat down on the elevator ground with Henry on my lap. "Good luck you two" I said as Sammy and Melanie made their way up to level P. Boris looked at me as if I just leaded the two to their own death. "No worries buddy, they will come back" I smiled. *At least I hope so...*

Melanie's P.o.v
*Sammy's mood seems to be good, I mean yeah after he beated me 707 times in rock paper scissor- why did I even count? I wonder what he's thinking about-* then I tripped over the stairs, slithered down on my back and then hit the wall. "Are you okay?" He asked worried. *Sugar honey ice tea! If I wouldn't have still bones in my body this wouldn't have hurt that much* "No, no, it's fine it just hurts a lil'- Argh!" I tried to stand up myself, bad decision really... Sammy then helped me up.

Sammy's P.o.v
"Melanie, you're hurt! I'll bring you back to the others!" I said still worried. "Okay, but don't go all alone there!" She answered sounding horrified. "I have a weapon and the only things that could possibly hurt me is the butcher gang!" *And here are many of them...* Then I brought her back and the others, Bendy and Henry were asleep again and Boris still just stood there.

(Timeskip until he made it to level P)

Sammy's P.o.v
*Wait a minute, is that a Piper laying on the table?!* And indeed it was! A Striker attacked me, but luckily I had a plunger to defend myself. I've also got the first valve core from it. Then I saw the second one in the room with the Piper! *I hope he is dead or asleep...* I thought and then rushed into the room, but piper was already gone... That really gave me the creeps! After I checked if it really wasn't there anymore, I got the second valve core too. The last one was in the other room, there were only two so that wasn't complicated! I got hit by some searchers but that didn't hurt much.

Alice Angel:
"You're quite the efficient little errand boy, aren't you?"

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Sammy's P.o.v
*Now I just need to return to the angel and then I can finally take a break! I wonder how Norman is doing... Will he even recognise me? I just hope that he's fine... Wherever he is...* And after that, I finally made it to Alice, gave her the valve cores and got the new errand and an axe. Back at the elevator I noticed that Boris was gone! "Boris where are you?" I looked around while panicking, than I noticed him coming through the door next to the elevator with some bacon soup in his arms. "Boris! You scared me to death! I thought that angel took you!" He looked shocked and then made an 'I'm sorry' expression. "It's okay, luckily I was the only one noticing it... The rest would've probably freaked out" I smiled. He smiled warmly too and gave me one bacon soup, which I immediately gulped down. The others were still asleep, so I had enough time to tell Boris some stories which I slowly started remembering again, like: what I did at some boring days when I had not much to do. He listened very interested and I was just happy to remember again. After I was done the others seemed to wake up, in my opinion Melanie looked more like she didn't fall asleep at all, Bendy and Henry seemed to have slept good as always. "Good morning to ya'll"

Melanie's P.o.v
*God, I feel like I haven't slept at all. At least the others seem to have rested well.* I yawned like 10 times and then got bacon soup from Boris. "Thanks buddy" I said smiling again. Sammy also finally made it back and even without getting hurt!

Henry's P.o.v
*What a weird dream again...* I thought and gave Bendy an big 'good morning' hug. Then I got kisses all over the face from an now very awake ink demon. I- of course- couldn't handle the affection and my face got red, Sammy and Melanie just looked like they had seen the cutest thing ever. After my skin wasn't like a tomato anymore handed Boris us two bacon soups over, one for Bendy and one for me. After we literally gulped the bacon soup at ones down were my stomach satisfied. "So Sammy, what are we supposed to do?"

Sammy's P.o.v
"Well that's easy, you have to go where does cutouts were and destroy all of them with this axe-" I stopped talking because a certain ink demon seemed to be mad at what I just said.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Those are my cutouts! And we won't destroy them! I'll just place them somewhere else..." I said shocked, but then calmed down again by feeling Henry's arms around me, hugging me tight. "Henry it's fine, you don't need to cheer me up... And besides those are just cutouts-"

Henry's P.o.v
"No buts! We will place them somewhere else! I don't want you to literally torturing yourself, if they mean much to you I will respect that" I said with a warm and determined expression.

Melanie's P.o.v
*'Torture' is such a big word. It doesn't even have to mean being tied up on a table and losing blood constantly! Torture is when someone feels wrong/terrible by what they're doing or what they're going through... Bendy having his cutouts destroyed, for example... But that's just how I think 'bout it... ow yez myself, big speech again...* After when I finally stopped being deep in thoughts, Bendy and Henry were already gone... "And what did you think this time?" Sammy smiled smugly. "Something very boring..." I laughed and saw that Sammy already fell asleep. "Hey Boris, could you watch over him while I'm gone?" The wolf looked terrified, but then slowly nodded. I carefully took the axe out of the still deep sleeping music director's hand and made my way to the place I wanted to be...

(Meanwhile by the big ink creature and his beloved human)

Henry's P.o.v
"Do you have an idea where we could put all of them?" I asked with all 15 cutouts in our hands. "Sadly I don't have any idea where... Maybe we could hide them in the demon path?" Bendy seemed kinda frustrated that there wasn't really a place to put his cutouts, then we arrived at the ink filled room with the tape recorder. We took the cutouts and leaned them against the wall. "Was that really everything?" I asked on our way back.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Believe me doll, she would never dare to come here and even if she would, in the end she actually just wanted to ruin my mood with that"
I simply answered. "She should really be cleverer" I laughed.

Henry's P.o.v
*But what is if she did something while we're gone- Sammy and Melanie can protect themselves, so don't worry about it...*

Bendy's P.o.v
"Isn't Alice suppost to say we're finished?" Then Henry looked shocked and I wasn't calm either anymore.

Bendy and Henry now ran as fast as they could back to the others, leaving the butcher gang members speechless.

Henry's P.o.v
"Sammy! Boris! Where's Melanie?" I said out of breath. Sammy jumped after I seemed to woke him up and Boris started shaking. "Boris where did she go?!" I was having a little mental breakdown and I think he heard it... After that Bendy calmed me by hugging me and leaning his head on my shoulder, I never thought that could help so much sometimes.

Sammy's P.o.v
I was confused. *Why would she leave after all the sudden? Did she abandon us? Where would she even go-* then we heard fast footsteps from the distance.

Melanie's P.o.v
I was running faster than I did from Alice, new record I guess. Gladly there were not to much boards in my way, but the axe still broke. "Hey guys I'm back, sorry for being away-" Four probably worried pares of eyes looked at me as I reached the elevator. "Is everything alright?" I questioned, ready for the worst.

Sammy's P.o.v
"Where the hell were you? We were worried about you!" I said and then saw her starting to get rather anxious. "W-well I wanted to see what happened to m-my room- after I quit my job- I went all the way to look what was still inside and found my burned work stuff, that's it" She stuttered.

Melanie's P.o.v
"You went all this way through the entire studio, just because you wanted to see your old room?" Henry raised an eyebrow. *When you say it out loud it really does sound kinda stupid...*

Bendy's P.o.v
"I think you did the right thing, if you wanted to see your ol' room it's fine, as long as you didn't got hurt" Then I earned an probably suppost to be mad expression from Henry, it didn't work on me, but I still acted like it did.

Henry's P.o.v
I started to worry again. "Bendy I didn't mean it-" just to get kissed on the cheeck by an now smiling demon.
*Of course he was just playing around... That silly adorable demon...*

Then the speakers started to go on again and a surprisingly tired Alice Angel started to talk.

Alice Angel's P.o.v
"You two finished the errand I see, now return to my door and get the next one!" I just hoped they didn't heard how exhausted I was. She just somehow managed to not get caught by me, even if I should know this area better than anyone! I just wanted to have my darling back! Is this to much to ask for?

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Sammy's P.o.v
*How many errands are we supposed to do?! And also... What is she going to do with all that stuff?! I just want to see Norman again...* I thought while Bendy and Henry were walking up to Alice's door.

Alice Angel's P.o.v
*Actually I have no errand left for them to do, however I don't want to let them go that easily- oh wait- the butcher gang is coming! And since I don't have the nerves to fight anymore I'm going to make that the errand!* I grinned over my brilliant idea. "The disgusting wretches have wandered my halls, have gone unchecked!" I paused. "But since the weapon is destroyed you should kill them otherwise, what about you, Bendy?"

Bendy's P.o.v
"Well of course Alice! Since I like you sooo much" I accidentally said that out loud and very sarcastically, then Henry started laughing tears.

Alice Angel P.o.v
*Did he just-* "I heard that! And also if you don't kill them it will not only be my problem!"

Bendy's P.o.v
*Ups* "Okay Henry, stay here and I'll quickly do the errand for 'that angel's sake'" And with that I rushed at the- really slow- coming butcher gang, as they spotted me they tried to get away again, but their end came faster than you could say ink puddle 3 times. Then it went silent... Only the still laughing Henry was heard...

Alice Angel's P.o.v
"Well that was easy and like I promised my darling I'll now sent you all to level 14 where the projectionist is living, but it's also the last errand you have to finish down there: Collect the ink hearts and bring them to me"

Sammy's P.o.v
*I can't believe it! I'll finally see Norman again!* I almost screamed in excitement.

Henry's P.o.v
*That was easier than I thought... Ink hearts... I hope that we will find Norman soon...* I thought while Bendy and I headed back to the elevator.

Melanie's P.o.v
*I knew she would keep her promise!* I thought happily.

Bendy's P.o.v
*Hopefully Norman is still there...* And with that the gates of the elevator closed.

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Henry's P.o.v
*Bendy seems to be very nervous, I wonder why...* I thought while looking at the ink demon himself. "Melanie, you meant that I couldn't come down here, remember?" He asked while looking at her.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Yes, yes I do" Melanie answered questioning. "I was lying..." She stayed quiet so I continued. "I was there before and... There was something... in the dark... It looked weird and very frightening... Even for me... That's why I didn't dare to come down there ever again..." After I finished everyone looked at me silently, then the elevator stopped and the grates opened.

Henry's P.o.v
Sammy smiled weakly. "You don't have to come with me if you're scared... I'm not forcing you to..." "Bendy is going to stay here so I will also stay and Boris probably too. That means you two have to go there without us, is that really okay for you?" I hated myself for not coming with them, but I didn't want to make Bendy even more worried as he already was...

Melanie's P.o.v
Sammy laughed a little. "I'm fine with that, Bendy would probably kill me if something would hurt you" *I wonder what's down there... Maybe Norman is really the creature we saw earlier and also the creature which lives down here... We will see...* I thought while reaching out for the first ink heart, which was by a butcher gang member. Then something- or someone screeched very loudly, I jumped immediately. After I calmed a bit down we slowly went down the stairs and our way to the next stairs. I could see that Sammy was nervous but still excited at the same time, I was just nervous... That screeching gave me the creeps!

"While their gone I'm going to show you two how to draw with ink on the walls, does that sound good?" Bendy said determined. Henry and Boris nodded.

Alice Angel's P.o.v
"You see him, the projectionist? Better stay out of his light or he will find you~" I kind of wished for Sammy to die at that point. *But of course, if he gets in danger, Melanie also will...*

Sammy's P.o.v
There was a familiar looking figure down in front of us walking by.
*There it is again! Didn't we see this creature before? Nevermind... If everyone says it's dangerous I believe them... Norman needs to be somewhere in there...* I thought while we got to the ink floded floor.

Melanie's P.o.v
*'Better stay out of his light'? As if it couldn't hear us too... Anyways we need to find the ink hearts and also Sammy's boyfriend... That's going to be complicated with this ink creature walked around... We should be very carefully or else it's going to be a quick end...* I thought with my nerves on the edge. We followed behind the creature so it couldn't see us, but we also walked very slowly because we both didn't really believe that it couldn't hear us too...

They walked slowly and on guard behind the living ink being and while that they searched for the next ink hearts and for Norman. The creature went left and Melanie gave Sammy a sign that she will follow it while Sammy will search in this area.

Sammy's P.o.v
After she carefully followed the ink creature I took a moment to look around, then I noticed that there was a projector on! I walked over and just stared at it, I don't know how long I did that but after I snapped back to reality I could hear a screeching behind me. I started running- sadly passed the miracle station- but I couldn't turn back now! I ran the right way but the creature took the left and I almost ran into it! In shock I took fast steps backwards and then stood against the wall, besides me there was a dead butcher gang member and I slowly looked up again and saw the creature walking toward me, I closed my eyes and waited for my end... But it didn't came?! After I opened my eyes again I saw that the creature was about to hit me, but it stopped in that position and just stared at me. "Come on, kill me already! Go for it!" I cried out. "I already lost hope! And if you want me dead then just end me already!" More ink tears streamed down on my face. "What is it that you want?! Do you want to see me suffer? I do! Do you want me screaming in pain? Answer me!" I didn't even had the nerves to stand anymore, but I still managed to. Then the creature slowly lowered their arm again and I started hearing a voice, a voice which I thought I would never hear again... "Sammy, is that you?" I heard the love of my life say. "Y-yes that's me, are you N-norman? Norman Polk?" Was all I could bring out of myself.

Norman's P.o.v
"That's what people used to call me" I said before he hugged me tight, he started crying again but this time out of joy. I also started to cry and held him close to my chest, we both needed that right now. After a while we let go again and just held hands while looking at the other. "I thought I lost you forever" He smiled weakly. "But I am here for you now and I promise we will never be separated again" Then he let go.

Sammy's P.o.v
I slowly took of my mask and stared at it. "I'm just happy that I can see you after all these years, I almost lost hope at some point..." And with that I gave him a kiss on the projector head. He blushed a little and then looked away. "I'm sorry, didn't mean to surprise you like that-" I quickly covered my face with my mask again.

Norman's P.o.v
"No, no, it's fine, I just didn't expect it" *Oh no, did I say something wrong?!* But then he started to smile warmly and I remembered how happy he always was when we spend time together. "Soooo what did you do all this time, I hope it wasn't to boring down here" He asked worried. "It was, but I spend most of my time by collecting ink hearts and fighting butcher gang members, so not really much to do... And what did you do all the time?" "Well actually I didn't do much either, just writing songs and playing some banjo and trying to summon a demon-"

Melanie's P.o.v
"HEYA SAM! I FINALLY FOUND YOU!" I screamed from the distance while running up to him, then I abruptly stopped. "Wait a sec, is that Norman?" I asked, pointing at the ink creature. "Yes, that's me" *Wait and he can actually talk? Welp, that's just embarrassing...* "I'm sorry, I didn't know that you're able to talk" I blushed in embarrassment. "It's fine, also what's your name?" Norman asked."Melanie, Melanie Fiona Star." I answered truthfully, trying to stop being an awkward mess.

Norman's P.o.v
"That name sounds familiar to me... Aren't you the one who's room got set on fire by Joey Drew? Sorry if that's not you, I can't remember some things..." After that she just looked shocked.

Melanie's P.o.v
"Wait, that's the reason why I didn't get my personal stuff back... That bastard..." I went from shocked to being angry and punched the wall behind me, over and over again, until I eventually calmed down. After I turned around to face the two again, Sammy was behind Norman, shivering in fear. "Is something wrong?"

Sammy's P.o.v
"No, it's just... I've never seen you this mad before..." I said, sweating a little. "I'm sorry you had to see that... I just had to let it out..." She looked down. "Hey, it's okay to show how you feel" Norman shrugged, walking toward her and taking one hand on her shoulder.
"It's okay"

Melanie's P.o.v
"Thanks, that really helped..." I paused and looked over to Sammy. "I also collected almost all the ink hearts-" Now I was the one who started sweating. "B-but sure can just bring them back where they were before" *Why didn't I realized sooner that those are his?!* I looked back at Norman, he started laughing.

Norman's P.o.v
"I maybe collected all of them, but since Sammy is here I don't need them anymore" I answered and Sammy hugged me from behind. "Also where you punched the wall is the last ink heart" I pointed behind her.

Melanie's P.o.v
"Oh thanks" I went to the wall and grabbed the last ink heart. "Now we can return to the others" I said happily. "'Others'? Who are you talking about?" Norman asked. "Sammy didn't tell you? Bendy, Henry and Boris" I answred the confused looking projectionist. "Henry is back? That man surprises me everytime..." He said impressed.

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(A little while before Sammy found Norman)

Henry's P.o.v
After some time we got bored of painting on the walls, which by the way are now covered with many drawings, mostly mine, and made ourselves comfortable in the elevator. Bendy and Boris were both leaning on my shoulders and sleeping peacefully. *Hope the others are fine... Painting something really distracted me from worrying...* I decided to stay awake and wait for them to return, but after 5 minutes I already fell asleep too. I woke up by the sound of someone walking up the stairs and as I slowly opened my eyes and blinked a few times I could see three ink creatures standing in front of us. "Hey Sammy! Melanie! I'm glad you could make it back and you are Norman right? I'm happy to have you as a new member in the group." I smiled warmly.

Norman's P.o.v
"Heya Henry, didn't see you in a while either. How did it happen that all of you came together?" I asked him curiously. Henry took a deep breath and then told me the whole story- and I must say- that wasn't quite a short one. "I always knew that Melanie had feelings for Susie, but that Susie likes Melanie back is a surprise for me..." I said and looked over at the now blushing girl. Melanie started to stutter to herself, something like: 'Was it really that obvious?' and 'I should've stayed in my room more often and not always look where she is just to see if she's fine...' Luckily I was the only one noticing, because I stood besides her. To not make it even more uncomfortable for her I continued. "But what was very noticeable was the huge crush Bendy had on you Henry." *Good job myself! Keep making people blush Norman...* I thought sarcastically after Bendy started blushing- who was probably just faking to sleep all the time, at least Melanie calmed down again.

Henry's P.o.v
I looked at Bendy and gave him a kiss on the cheeck so that he might calm a bit, but instead- who could've thought- he blushed even more. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to." he then leant his face in my chest, what I didn't mind at all and- I guess- tried to calm himself. Norman silently walked into the elevator, Sammy went besides him and took him by the hand, Melanie pressed the button for level 9 and Boris was still asleep probably dreaming about bacon soup. After a while Melanie started to speak in a very serious voice- which kind of surprised me. "Do you guys would have a problem if I would bring her the hearts, so that I can also say goodbye?" I could've sworn she wiped a tear away, but couldn't see it because she stood with her back to us. We all were silent then Norman decided to talk. "No, we wouldn't." And me and the others nooded in agreement, the elevator stopped, the gates opened and Melanie stepped outside just to walk as fast as she could to the big door. *At least she can say goodbye...* I thought while looking at her running to the big door.

Melanie's P.o.v
*This is going to be a farewell forever... I should be happy... But I still love her no matter what she did... In the end it was Joey turning her into an ink creature... And I kinda made it worse... I hope she can take care of herself- what am I saying... She already did all the time, so she will be fine, right?* I gave the ink hearts and looked up to the big Alice Angel head, then for the probably last time I heard Susie's voice coming from the speakers. "We're on the end of the list my darling, hope you enjoyed your time here. I'm a little sad that we couldn't get together- or at least talk things out, be careful Melanie. And... I regret what I did..." I knew she was more than just sad, but if the others and I can get out of this studio it was the right thing to do. "I forgive you. Goodbye Alice Angel, maybe we see the each other in our next lives." I chuckled to hold back my tears. "That would be a dream~ Goodbye my little angel the heavens are waiting~" And with that the speakers turned off. I wanted to give her at least something like a hug or a letter as an memory of me, but the others wanted to get out and me too... Even if it is without her... I stopped thinking when someone held my shoulder- it was Henry. "Hey are you okay? We could stay a little longer if you want to." I wanted to say yes, wanted to tell him that I don't want to leave without her... Yet I still choose to say: "I'm fine, come on the others are waiting." I fake smiled at him and tried to sound convincing, he noticed it and looked a little shocked. "But you love her don't you? Why are you just leaving her? The others and I don't trust her, but you would give her a chance and you still rather decide making only us happy instead!" At the end he looked a little frustrated. "It's the best... And maybe there is a way... A way to give everyone a happily ever after, even for me and Susie..." I laughed a little at my own idea. "But now is not the right time to do so, even if I forgave her I still don't 100% trust her..." I looked back at Henry who nodded and then we made our way back to the- surprisingly awake- others.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Henry." I smiled like an idiot and ran with open arms to my surprised boyfriend and gave him a big hug. "I missed you doll!" Henry looked confused. "I was only gone for some minutes." "Yes, but it felt like an eternity!" I fake cried and rested my head on his shoulder. "And you always said I was the drama queen." Said Sammy to Norman. "Because that's the truth." Sammy looked outraged and made it look like he was mad at Norman, but after Norman sniffed- like he was crying- Sammy immediately hugged him tight and said sorry like a million times. Melanie was standing with her back to us again and tried to look fascinated by the elevator buttons, which she probably saw for the 10th time. Boris looked over at the comforting Sammy and the sniffing Norman. Then the elevator doors finally closed and we were going far far away from that angel...

Sammy's P.o.v
I held Norman in my arms and after some time he began to seem very nervous about something. "Norman is everything alright?" I asked worried. "I just can't believe we can leave so easily after all Susie can be as insane as Mr.Drew if she wants to, but maybe I'm just overreacting..." That sentence got me really thinking, then the speakers surprisingly turned on. "You all can be free, You all can leave this place and go to heaven and be happy... Hahaha~ Even the ink demon himself, isn't that ironic? A demon going to heaven while an angel has to rot in hell? But now that I think about it~" I suddenly got a very bad feeling in my stomach. "Maybe I should just take back what's mine~" And then she started laughing like a total maniac... I dunno how she managed to but in a matter of seconds the elevator didn't go up instead we were falling down! I was screaming in fear and Norman held me as tight as he could, Bendy had Henry in his arms and did the same, Melanie and Boris held on the each other and were both crying. "Hahahaha~ I'm sorry for lying but that's how you can make your dreams come true~ I need to be beautiful again! I need to be perfect again! I NEED BORIS! I need his insides to make me an true angel again! And you Melanie Star! I won't let you ran away from me, not anymore! THE REST OF YOU CAN DIE! HAHAHAHAHA!" Then the elevator crashed on the ground and we all lost consciousness...

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Norman's P.o.v
When we woke up Melanie and Boris were already gone. "I SWEAR IF I FIND THAT ANGEL I'M GONNA KILL HER!" Bendy screamed and punched against a wall, until Henry wrapped his arms around his boyfriend and told him to calm down, it luckily worked. "Sammy are you alright?" I said while looking besides me. "Yeah I'm fine just a headache, how are you doing?" He asked while slowly standing up and then offering me a hand. "I'm fine, but we need to get Boris and Melanie back!" I answered and took Sammy's hand. "Bendy, we need to find the others." Said Henry after getting kissed all over his face. "I know, I know... Let's go then!" Bendy held his fist up, Henry chuckled silenty and Sammy and I held our fists up too, looking very determined.

(Meanwhile)

Melanie's P.o.v
Everything was blurry then my vision started to get clear and the first thing I saw was Boris being chained on a table, I began to shake uncontrollable and noticed I also was chained but against a wall. "Boris are you okay there buddy?" He nodded even through he looked also very frightened. "SUSIE CAMPBELL LET BORIS GO! AND WHERE ARE THE OTHERS WHAT DID YOU DO TO THEM?!" I screamed as loud as I could, I got an answer quicker than I expected then short after she walked through the door. "Darling, darling, darling~ No need to shout I'm right here~ The others are by the elevator, but I'm not sure if they're dead or alive~ I can't let Boris leave, even if you want me to~ I need him to be perfect again, you should understand that... After all you're still one of my biggest fans~ She stopped by Boris and looked at me. "Joey always said I was beautiful, that I was as perfect as an angel and I even fell for it... In the end he just used me and look how ugly I became..." Susie looked down at her body and then at Boris. "But if I use him I can finally show that I'm still the angel everyone loves and looks up to" She sighed and grabbed a knife. "Susie you don't need Boris to be beautiful because you already are, it's true that Joey isn't the best person- who am I kiding- he's the worst person I've ever met, but you're not ugly Susie." Now after I said that she slowly took the knife down again. "Allison Pendle got my job as voicing Alice Angel, nobody wanted me to find out but I still did..." Susie started crying inky tears and I just wanted to hug her. "It all broke my heart and I thought I could at least talk to you about it, but when I came into your room you were already gone... Without a message, without saying goodbye... Y-you were gone..." She sat on her knees on the floor and cried in pain. "After I became this not much did really change, I just got the chance to let others suffer like I did... Letting them feel the same way... Torturing all of those creatures, not caring if they had a soul or not... Then you showed up again. You walked around here and I had the chance to make you stay... So I did... But you..." Susie calmed down a bit, whiped her tears away, stood up and slowly walked in my direction.
"Why didn't you stay?
Why did you ran away?
Making me feel the pain?
Letting it hit me like a train?
Yes I am crazy I know
But why didn't you just show
me how to love again?
All those creatures around here
Being dead and looking feared
They had to taste my anger
But that didn't make it better!
Everyone here in this place
Shaking at my grace...
I just~ want to be beautiful again!" She stood right in front of me now.
"I know you had many things that broke you apart~
Now I understand, now I can maybe fix your heart~
But you don't need to be perfect~~
Because you already are~
Please don't let the darkness inside of you...
You know that I still love you
no matter what you do...
So please just let us go home~
You can come with us
you don't need to be alone~
Let all of this behind and begin a new life~"
Susie almost looked convinced, but then she had an dark expression on her face.
"You're just lying to me!
You don't want me to be free!
You will just go with the others and abandon me forever!
But not this time darling because I am way to clever!
Distrust towards me made you blind!
The only thing I ever wanted you to be was mine!"
Now I was the one with tears in their eyes.
"But I'm not lying...
I want you to be free with me
With all the others so they can see
You're still the person you once were
We don't need to stay any longer here!
It doesn't matter how long it will take
Just please we can be happy again for heaven's sake!
You can make a new beginning... With me"
Then she slowly unchained me. "You promise you will not leave me again?" "I promise" And finally I could hug her and she hugged me back, after that she also untied Boris who first looked a little skeptical but then slowly stood up.

(Meanwhile by Bendy and co.)

Bendy's P.o.v
"I don't think that thing can hold us all." I said after we managed to get the ride working. "Well then you and Henry go first." Answered Sammy and sat down on the ground, his arms around his knees and looking down, but when Norman sat besides him he immediately leaned himself on the shoulder of the projectionist. The ride was very slow, but after some minutes we made it to the other side. I jumped out first and offered Henry a hand, he took her and held his hand even after he was already on the save ground again. When the ride got to the other side of the cliff Norman and Sammy sat down holding hands and we all waited until they made it to our side, Norman left the ride first and carefully pulled Sammy after him.

The group then made it through the next door which suddenly closed itself afterwards, inky arms appeared out of the walls, but they luckily disappeared as fast as they appeared. Henry held Bendy's hand tighter and Sammy did the same by Norman's when they went through the creepy hallway, not questioning what just happened- after all what happened they just accepted everything that was coming at them.

Norman's P.o.v
Now we had to walk up the stairs and hopefully don't meet something frightening again, I also saw a door which we couldn't reach. *Maybe that's a way to get outta here too...* While walking Sammy still seemed to be nervous so I let him squeeze my hand a little more. Then we finally made it to the next door, but what was behind it left us all shocked.

All four of them just stood where they were looking at the angel which had an an forced smile on her face sitting on a sofa, besides her was Melanie holding her shoulder gently and Boris which expression nobody could make out.

Melanie's P.o.v
"H-hey guys, good to see you again." The others got from being shocked to angry in a matter of seconds, well mostly Bendy. "YOU! WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO THEM!" He screamed and almost attacked Susie, but I quickly stood up in front of her. "Bendy. Boris and I are fine. She wants to change, please, at least try give her a second chance." Bendy huffed and got besides Henry again, who looked a little convinced by what I said. *This is going to be something*

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After a while the group calmed down- or actually Henry and Norman did, Bendy and Sammy had some mixed feelings about what just happened. Bendy was still angry at Susie and Sammy just wanted to leave the room, go outside and scream for a little bit. But of course he stayed and watched as Norman slowly walked towards Susie. The projectionist held his hand out so she could shake it, which she did after looking a little scared that Norman might hurt her.

Norman's P.o.v
"Welcome to the club, hope you get along with us" She smiled shyly and Sammy immediately pulled me back. "How can you just welcome her like that?! She's dangerous!" He whispered it, but it was still loud enough for Susie and Melanie to hear. "Sammy-" Melanie began and he seemed to regret what he said. "I'm sorry it's just... Maybe I should be by myself for a little bit... I will come after you later" And with that he ran out, down the stairs and I could hear him starting to talk to himself, I didn't know what to do, should I run after him or should I let him alone with his thoughts? Susie seemed to be uncomfortable because she was shaking, Melanie and Boris both hugged her and Bendy and Henry- well they just stood there not knowing what to do either. Henry then decided to walk towards me and spoke: "Sammy said he wanted to be alone, but you should still check on him" "I'm going to say it was your idea Mr.Stein." He smiled. "I can live with that, now go to him." And with that I also made my way down the stairs until I saw Sammy, sitting on the cliff, looking down with an worried yet angry expression. I sat besides him and also looked down into the deep, black and empty hole. "Heya Sam..." He didn't respond. "Sooo what is it? You know you always talk to me, right?" He kept being silent. "I get that Susie did do many things wrong in her life, but-" "Yes, yes she did. I can forgive her for the most things... Did you know that she flirted with me back in the old days? I always tried to be kind and just ignore it... Then she said that she loved me and I really really tried to tell her kindly that I wasn't interested in her, but she was immediately heartbroken after that and ignored me for a long time... Man, she even thought if she and Joey would become a couple I would be jealous! She was so broken that she didn't even notice that Joey was just using her..." After realising what he said, he started to cry inky tears and I hugged him tight. "Maybe it w-was my fault that she corrupted like this! M-maybe if I would've said some other words she would- she would- not have ended like this..." I softly took Sammy by his hands and looked at him. "You only did what you thought was right, so it's not your fault. Love makes blind... That's what she had to learn the hard way..." Sammy kissed my head after I said that, we stood up hand in hand and walked up the stairs again, but I quickly stopped and pointed at the big door I noticed earlier. "Do you think we could find an exit there?" He looked surprised but nodded in agreement. "We need to tell the others" He answered as we continued our way up. After we got there and entered the room both of us were very surprised what we saw: Bendy and Susie were 'talking' about where we should search for an exit, the only reason why they didn't start fighting was because Henry, Melanie and Boris were watching them from the couch. "I say we should go back and search for a path and then go and get the rest" Bendy said very convinced by what he said, Susie shacked her head and answered: "And I say we should go deeper into the studio, search for an way out of here and then also get the rest" The conversation did go on like that, until I finally decided to speak. "What about this: We take a ladder and go to the big door Sammy and I saw, find an exit and then come back to get the rest?" Susie silently held her thumps up and Bendy looked confused. "There's a door?! But where are we supposed to get a ladder from?" Boris immediately jump of the couch, ran into the right corner of the room, brought a ladder with him and pointed at it. "We used it so we could come down here" Melanie said while looking at the ladder. "So I guess we can go now, Norman Sammy can you show us where exactly it is?" Henry looked at us and we both nodded.

(Little Timeskip until they all made it in front of the holy door)

Melanie's P.o.v
"...how are we supposed to get through that door?" I asked after we stood there 5 minutes. "I have an idea" Bendy and Norman said at the same time. They told us to step aside, started to run and then crashed into it. We were all left speechless. *Henry and Sammy have strong boyfriends* I thought while clapping impressed, both turned around and bowed. As we walked into the room we immediately spotted an elevator! Bendy ran to it first and we followed, but when I reached it I saw that it was demolished and the buttons didn't work. "Aww come on! We were so close to get outta here!" Sammy said and held his head in his hands, but I noticed a little door to our left. "No need to give up yet, we still have a chance to repair the elevator! Look there's another door, maybe we can find something to fix it!" I said with a cheering up voice. When I opened the door it was dark inside and I got a bit scared- okay no, I was more than just a bit scared, but I of course didn't show it- I walked in and the others slowly followed me. Then I saw a yellow glowing which quickly vanished when we got closer, 'the yellow glowing' or better person ran away from us? We quickly tried to come after the person, but they were really fast, even for Bendy! Then we came to a door where light seemed to shine, Bendy opened it and who we saw behind was... "Hey who the hell are you and what are you doing here?!" Said the humanoid ink creature, who looked very familiar to me. I accidentally stepped closer and they immediately jumped. "Hey I'm talking to ya! A-answer me!" They seemed to have a mix between bravery and fear... Henry was the first one who said something. "We are here to get everyone out of the studio, That's Bendy, Sammy, Boris, Norman, Susie, Melanie and I'm Henry. Who are you if I'm allowed to ask?" The being looked confused, but they also seemed to relax a little. "Bendy? Like in Bendy the dancing demon? A-and Boris the wolf?" "And don't forget Alice Angel" Henry added silently. "I always thought Alice was evil... N-no offence, the others told me so and except them I don't have anyone else to talk to..." They looked at me and then their eyes suddenly widened. "You look exactly like a girl I used to be friends with..." "Are you Melanie/Ethan?" We said at the same time, our eyes filled with tears and we hugged each other very tightly. "I thought I would never see you again my good old friend, how have you been all these years?" "I had a lot going on, but in the end it was worth it" We both smiled. "What were you doing all this time?" They looked to the ground. "W-well actually I've got a girlfriend now or at least that's what I remember. I lived my life as an mechanic. Then I got Joey Drew's letter, which said I should come and visit my old workplace again. What happened afterwards still gives me nightmares. Let me guess, that's exactly what happened to you as well?" "And Henry." I added now looking down as well. "I don't want to interrupt anything, but can you please show us where we could find some things to repair the elevator?" Susie said with her best smile. "O-of course, do you want something to eat before? I have bacon soup, bacon soup and more bacon soup. Make yourself comfortable" They answered laughing a little at the end. So we did, Sammy and Norman in one corner of the room besides them Henry and Bendy, and Boris, Susie and I sat on Ethan's bed. Ethan took 7 bacon soups from the shelf and put it into a pot, awkward silence was in the room until it was finished and they gave everyone one- except Norman- and then ate one themself. "Sooo uh does any of you have a relationship?" My friend asked to break the silence. We all just stared at them for a moment and laughed. "I was serious... Or are you all single? Sorry if it's weird from me to ask, but that's kind of my thing" Ethan said embarressed. Sammy and Norman stood up and so did we, Bendy and Henry. "Well yes that is indeed something strange to do" Henry started. "But since you asked" Bendy continued. "Stop it you two that's creepy!" Sammy yelled and hid behind Norman. "You don't even need to guess who are" Susie laughed and Boris snickered too. I was sitting there and looked at the four blushing beings in front of me. "Wait, so Bendy really had a crush on 'em? I always thought you were just theorising Melanie." They seemed to be as excited as a child, I haven't seen them so happy since the day they buyed 6 hamburgers and got one for free. "Why did everyone notice this except me?" Sammy cried into Normans shoulder, who gently petted the musicians head. "Sammy and Norman are a thing now? Omg I knew that you two would be a great couple!" Ethan screeched happily- which caused Norman to jump. "And Melanie did you get to ask that person you always told me about out? I sadly forgot who it was..." My face got warm and I silently nodded. Susie hugged me and I probably looked like a tomato by now. "I'm so happy for all of you" Ethan calmed down after a while, then they took some keys out of their pocket and held them up. "I'll show you the room with the spare parts for the elevator and I could even help you a little, can you promise me you'll let the exit door open for us?" My friend smiled shyly and I smiled back and held my thumbs up, smiling as well. We made our way to the door and Ethan opened it, revealing a room filled with rusty but still useful parts for any kind of maschine. Ethan explained which parts we needed and gave me a quick hug."We will hopefully see the each other outside again, oh and please tell me how you all came together, I would really love to know. See ya Star, I need to tell the others now-" "Who do you mean by 'others'?" Norman asked confused. "How do you call 'em? Lost Ones? Or inky co-workers?" "Lost Ones actually..." Sammy muttered. "Well then, I need to leave, good luck to ya'll" "Good luck to you too Ethan!" We all said as they jogged out the door. "Thank you guys!" They answered loudly and with that they were gone. I still couldn't believe that we would find someone I know in this place...

(Timeskip brought you by the running Ethan)

The crew got the elevator back to work and were on their way up- now for real- and were very excited about it. But it was quite a bit until they made it to the first level, so in the meantime they decided to sleep a little. Henry in Bendys lap, Sammy leaned his head on Normans shoulder and Boris and Melanie both leaned against Susie. The elevator arrived and the group could go to the main exit door without any problems, Bendy put some cardboards on the hole and Melanie had a wrench with her to get the door off its hinges, so no one would get stuck in the studio again. Then Norman brought the door away and they finally stepped outside.

Henry's P.o.v
The sun was going down and the clouds were a mix between orange and pink, it was wonderful. My eyes filled with tears of joy and the others had tears in their eyes as well, we stood there for a long time and I closed my eyes, just to feel the warm sunlight on my skin. Then Bendy took my hand and I kissed him on the forehead and he replied with kissing mine, Sammy kissed Norman on the projector and Boris hugged Susie and Melanie, it was a beautiful moment.

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(After a while)

Sammy's P.o.v
"Sooooo where are we supposed to go now? My house is way too far away from here." The others and I stood in a circle. "Same here." Said Norman and looked at Henry. "My house is probably sold by now." He muttered looking over to Susie. "Mine is far away as well." She sighed, then Melanie seemed to have an idea. "What about my house? It has two guestrooms and enough space for all of us. I would need to introduce you to my mom, but she's very kind and will be fine with it." Bendy didn't quite look convinced. "Your mum won't get a heartattack when a demon walks into her house?" Melanie started laughing and responded: "She won't, if we explain things to her she will understand it for sure." And with that we made our way from the big empty parking place of the studio into the city. It was late so there weren't much people we had to avoid. When we came to Melanie's house the sun was already down, she took the house key from under a flowerpot and unlocked the front door of the big white house, it slowly opened and as Melanie turned on the lights we saw an very clean living room with a big gray couch and a TV, the kitchen could also be seen.

Melanie's P.o.v
"Mom I'm home! ...Mom? MOM?!" I immediately panicked and stormed upstairs into the bedroom just to find the bed empty. I ran down again passed by the others- which were still standing at the front door- and to the kitchen. I spotted a note with the write style of my mom on the table so I picked it up and read: "Hello Sweety, when you're reading this I'm probably still by some friends of mine. My wallet is in your jacket, if you need money for food. I hope you are alright, I miss you a lot... Mom" I sighed in relief and sat down on a chair. Susie slowly walked to me and took her arms around my shoulders. "Hey~ is everything okay?" "It is don't worry... My mom is just by some friends of hers so she will be back soon... Anyways we should go to sleep so we'll have energy for the next day" After that I stood up to show everyone where they could sleep for now: Bendy and Henry got the bedroom upstairs, Sammy and Norman got the first guestroom and Susie Boris and I got the second one.

(Timeskip until morning)

Susie's P.o.v
I woke up by the sound of someone snoring, it was Boris who layed on the ground with the blanked wrapped around him. When I looked outside the window the sun was about to rise and I was able to scan the room, over the writing desk I could see a banner for a restaurant with... animal robots? I rubbed my eyes to see more clearly, but still: Animal robots! A bear, bunny and a chicken in the size of humans. *As if there didn't happen an accident yet...* I stood up to stretch myself a view times. Then I unwrapped Boris and he immediately tried to get the blanket back, but instead he finally stood up. He sniffed and walked out the room, probably heading to the fridge. I walked over to Melanie's side of the bed and sheaked her a little. "Please just 5 more minutes..." She muttered and rolled to the other side, I got another idea. "Boris is about to eat the last pancakes!" "REALLY?!" And with that she immediately jumped out of bed and ran to the kitchen, leaving me laughing at her sweet childish behavior.

Norman's P.o.v
When I awoke I couldn't move, someone seemed to be on top of me. As my vision became more clear I saw Sammy, who had his arms around me, looking to innocent for this world. When he slowly opened his eyes he started to blush and started kissing me all over the face, I just let it happen while blushing as well. Then Sammy decided to cuddle with me again and I hugged him back, we stayed like this until somebody slammed the door open and screamed on the top of their lungs: "THERE'S A SHEEP TO SACRIFICE!" Sammy just looked at Melanie for one second and then he was gone and the beautiful moment with him, so I guessed I had to stand up as well, sadly.

Henry's P.o.v
There was a little cat sitting on the other side of the street and staring at me, she had black fur and bright green eyes which watched me by every move I made. When I got closer to her she stood up and vanished into the next garden, but instead of just going my way I decided to follow the cat who quickly brought me to a- tombstone? I ran to catch up to her and as I did I could almost see who it belonged to- then I woke up in a cold sweat. I sat up and looked over at Bendy, which seemed to be awake as well. "Good morning doll, did ya sleep well? Cuz I sure did" "Good morning to ya to mister ink demon" I replied and we both laughed. "Now come, the others are probably waiting for us" Bendy said, jumped out of the bed, while I slowly took my feet on the ground and stretched myself a few times until I had the feeling of comfidence in my body. I slept in my clothes, so I didn't had to change anything, then Bendy swept me of my feet and gave me an good morning kiss, which I gladly replied.

(The shortest timeskip in the world has been brought you by: The ink demon carrying his boyfriend down the stairs)

Melanie's P.o.v
"Boris you can't just eat all cookies on one day, that's not very-" And yet again he shoved a big cookie into his mouth. Luckily Susie quickly could grab the cookie box out of his grip and put it on top of the fridge, but Boris just took his chair, leaned it against the fridge and got the box back into his hands. Susie facepalmed and I just stood there with my mouth opened while making bacon and eggs for breakfast. "Uhhhh good morning everyone, did we miss something important?" Henry asked, being held in Bendy's arm. "Same goes to you two" Sammy muttered as he flipped through the pages of the news paper, while drinking coffee and resting his head on Norman's shoulder, who apparently couldn't stay awake. "Well, We just woke up, so no" Bendy let Henry on his feet and they both sat down at the table as well. "Did you guys know that there happened an accident on the main street yesterday? It was around 8pm and It says that the truck driver wasn't drunk but he still managed to let the woman which drove into the opposite direction drive into a ditch" Sammy took a very long sip of his coffee and we all went silent, except Boris who was still snacking cookies and me who put the bacon and the eggs on plates, with fork and knife, and gave everyone one.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Thanks" We all said and started eating, after 8 minutes we were done. "So does anyone have an idea how we gonna get money? I mean we can't just use your mum's wallet for everything" I asked, as Melanie put our plates into the dishwasher. "Wait I have an idea!" Susie ran into their room, came back with a poster and pointed at it. "Maybe the pizzeria needs more employees" "We're ink creatures Mrs.Campbell, we could work as attractions not as workers" Norman replied and Sammy spit out his coffee laughing, I honestly didn't get the joke.

Susie's P.o.v
"Okay yez it was just an idea, do you have any other plan what we could do mister projectionist?" I really was about to beat one of the two up, but then Melanie took a hand on my shoulder and said: "When I quite my job at the studio I tried many side jobs where you didn't have to interact with much people, I even made a list with things I wanted to try out" She snickered, which I found adorable. "Uhm could I maybe take a job?" Henry asked and I really wondered why we didn't think about that sooner.

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Melanie's P.o.v
"Okay and what jobs do you have in mind?" I was about to bring my list, but Henry stopped me. "I know exactly what I want to do, but I would like to surprise you all with it." He smiled, stood up and went into the bathroom taking a shower- he's the only one who needs to, poor guy. Then Norman got up to take mom's wallet out of my jacket, which still hung on the clothes rack. "I'm going to buy some clothes is that okay?" I thought for a moment, but in that case I agreed. "Normy wait!" Sammy ran after him as Norman already went though the door, with a loud bang the door closed behind them. "Pfff working at an restaurant doesn't work, but going shopping?" Susie huffed and crossed her arms. I cuddled her from behind, while Bendy seemed to get a bit nervous. "Bendy are you okay? You don't look so good." "I-i'm fine- okay no I'm not, but... There's something I wanted to ask you." I let go of Susie and walked up to him. "We are friends, you can tell me." He smiled a little and said very quietly: "If it's not to much to ask for..." Bendy whispered the rest into my ear and I honestly wanted to scream in pure happiness- but I kept it to myself. "Omg! Yes, of course! That's totally gonna surprise him! And I know just the right place to get it-" I stopped myself from talking and took my pink fluffy jacket, which surprisingly still fit. "Well then, I'll be back and please don't fight while I'm gone." And with that I also left the house, leaving the still showering Henry, an nervous ink demon, the most beautiful women in the world and Boris home alone. What could possibly go wrong?

Henry's P.o.v
I stepped out the bathroom, with my clothes and dried hair. *Man, it really felt good to take a shower again* Then I saw Susie and Bendy arguing with one another. Boris silently stood up and went into the guest room. "Why can't you just tell me?" "Because you can't keep a secret to yourself!" "Is everything ok-" I tried to say, but Susie already continued. "That's not true! I'm as silent as a grave!" "Yeah, with a living zombie in it-" I managed to stop the fight by kissing Bendy on the lips and Susie watched us with big eyes. He kissed me back and we stayed like this, until I needed to breathe again. "So what happened?" I asked the two. They both glared at the each other for a moment, then Bendy stuttered: "W-well you see doll, Susie and I-i couldn't decide what we should watch on TV" "But that's not-" Bendy quickly covered her mouth and seemed to get uncomfortable. "Okay? Well you two can ask Boris, maybe he knows a good movie. I need to call the job provider now sorry" With that I took the telephone including the phone book and made my way to the bedroom.

(Meanwhile)

Melanie's P.o.v
The jewelry store gets run by Karl Reiter, he was a good friend of my dad... I looked at the sign over the store which said:
Karl Reiter
JEWELRY STORE • GOLD- AND
SILVERSMITH
*He didn't change the name after all* I putted on a big smile and walked into the jewelry store. "Good afternoon, how can I-" Karl stopped with his speech and just stared at me for a long time, way to long. "It's already halloween again? Sorry kid, but I didn't prepare any sweets" He chuckled and scratched the back of his head. I walked up to him and simply responded: "I'm still not a kid Karl, no matter how many times you call me like that" He backed away and already had one hand on the banister, ready to run up. "Y-you sound like my friend's child, what kind of demon are you?!" I snickered, which quickly turned into laughter. I wiped a tear away and answered: "Karl it's me Melanie, we had a costume party today at work" He seemed to calm down and laughed, awkwardly. "Ah yes of course, I knew that... I was just messing with you... So how have you been? Didn't see you in a while... And how's your mom?" He walked back to the counter, still looking a little stressed. "I'm doing just fine and mom also got better, where's your wife?" He made a sign for me to wait and yelled: "Margret we have a guest!" "Who is it?" "Melanie Star!" "Melanie Star? Hold on a sec-" Then I heard fast footsteps coming down the stairs, a woman with long dark braun hair, green eyes and still in her light blue pajamas. Margret's eyes widened and she went around me looking at me from head to toe- which made me very uncomfortable, so she stopped. "Melanie Star! Sweety, you didn't visit us in ages! It must've been a lot of work to do or did you party to much? Nice costume by the way. Is your mum still sick or does she already go around the world again?" Margret laughed at her own joke and I replied quickly. "No, no, mom is doing great, she got way more healthier the last time I checked on her and now she's 'going around the world again'" Karl went over to their coffeemaker and took three cups. "Would you like some coffee?" He looked at me and I just sheaked my head, I didn't like coffee at all. Margret had some scrutinizing expression on her face, as if she tried to figure out something. "Sooo why exactly are you here? Do you want to see Charlie? Or did you finally found the special person in your life?" I got a little red when she mentioned the second one, Margret snickered and Karl handed her a cup of coffee. "A-actually I would love to see your dog, but I wanted to know if I could have a catalog for a friend" She nodded in understanding manners, walked behind the counter and came back with one. "Here you go sweety" I smiled thankfully, with the brochure in my hand. "Thank you Margret, uhm I need to go now... Hopefully the others didn't blow the house up yet" Karl sipped on his coffee, being 100% relaxed, Margret seemed to be a bit sad. "Okay kid, get home safely." Karl started. "And please come around more often" Margret continued. I waved, while going through the door and they waved back at me.

Susie's P.o.v
In the end we really decided to watch a movie named Coraline, it was pretty good actually. Henry didn't came out of the bedroom and Bendy nervously eyed the stairs, always ready to run up. "You know you could just go to him, right?" I snickered, Bendy immediately stood up and ran to the bedroom, I was wondering when the rest comes back. I turned the TV off and brought Boris into our room- because he fell asleep when the credits rolled, which were very relaxing- and wrapped him in the blanket, a little nap never hurts. Then I finally heard the door bell ring, ran over to the door and swung it open to reveal two tired looking ink creatures with 4 bags in their hands. "Annnd how was shopping? Did someone call the police?" Norman shrugged, so Sammy had to answer: "It was good, we got everything we need and mayyybe more. Nobody got suspicious, but they for sure stared at us." I let them in, the two went to the couch, fell on it and deep inhaled and exhaled, poor guys. As I wanted to go back to check on Boris, the bell rang once more, this time it was Melanie holding a catalog. "Sorry that I was gone for so long-" I tock Melanie by the wrist and guided her into the our guest room. "Awww he looks so cute when he's sleeping" She queaked and I had a sheepish smile on my face. "There's something I wanted to ask you-" I started, but sadly got interrupted by Sammy bursting into the room. "There's a sheep in the garden!" He dragged us to the kitchen, where we could see the garden throught out the window. But there was nothing... No sheep... Only big gray clouds to be seen, which covered the sun... Sammy kept telling us that there has been a little black sheep standing outside and watching him, then Norman luckily came. He hugged Sammy and told him to calm down, which didn't quite work so Norman cuddled with him until Sammy fell asleep in his arms. "Did he drink something?" I asked carefully, Norman didn't answer so Melanie tried to get him to talk: "Norman what happened?" He still didn't reply. Norman just brought Sammy into their room, came back and sat down on the sofa, I got a bit pissed off by that. "Norman Polk, could you maybe inform us why Sammy hallucinated?" I said with venom in my voice, Melanie noticed it and took my hand. "I dunno, we just talked a little about the shopping centre and after all the sudden he looked very nervous and eyed all windows nearby..." Norman finally announced. We couldn't do much with this information, so the two of us just stood there, awkwardly, until Melanie remembered that she still wore her jacket and hung it on the clothes rack.

(A little timeskip back, when Bendy ran up to the bedroom)

Bendy's P.o.v
When I saw Henry writing something down on a block, I relaxed. He stopped and placed the pen down, not facing me at all, he seemed to be uncomfortable. "Doll, is everything okay?" He fake smiled and nodded, as if I wouldn't notice it. I walked towards Henry and layed down on the bed, looking at him curiously. Henry sighed, knowing that he couln't keep a secret from me. "Tomorrow I'm going to visit an old friend of mine."

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Bendy's P.o.v
"An old friend of yours... Is it... Joey? Henry, no, don't go to that psychopath!" I sprung up and had my hands on my hips, looking at Henry reproachfully. "Bendy, I know what I'm doing. He just wanted to talk to me... And I know what he's capable of. I will be careful, I promise." I sighed, went to my side of the bed and layed down. "Okay doll, if you say so..." I tried to change the subject. "Did you get the job interview?" Henry held a block up, with much stuff written down on it and also some sketches of my cartoon self, I really felt honoured. I gave Henry a kiss on the cheek and turned the lights off. "Good night, Henry!"
"Uhm Bendy, we didn't eat dinner yet."
"I don't need food."
"But it's good for your health!"
"What is this 'health' you're talking about?"

Henry's P.o.v
I laughed a little, then switched the lights on again, walked over to the stairs and bowed. "Now will the ink demon himself be so kind and move his body to the kitchen?" Bendy giggled at my silly action, rolled to my bedside and went towards the steps. Then he did something I didn't expect: He kissed me on the head while walking by, in surprise my face got a little red. "The ink demon accepts to have dinner tonight" And with that he stepped down the stairs, like a lady in a dress would do, leaving me blushing and laughing at the same time.

(Meanwhile)

Sammy's P.o.v
Everything was pitch black. I heard laughter of madness and screaming voices around me, it was unbearable. I walked around in the never ending darkness, until I saw a bright light coming towards me, Norman. I ran to him as fast as I could and he got closer to me as well. I sprung at Norman to embrace him, but he grabbed me by the throat and held me in that position. I struggled, trying to break free, trying to talk. "N-norman why a-are you d-doing this?!" Before he could answer I awoke in our bed, shaking violently.

Someone quietly opened and closed the door behind them, it was Norman, who had an very worried expression. "Sam what happened? Did you have a nightmare?" The musician just sniffed into the pillow as response. Norman went to Sammy's bedside and knelt down, reaching for the other man's hand in the progress and held it tight. "Hey look at me Sammy, everything is fine. We are all okay, so there is no need to worry" Sammy smiled, that really cheered him up a bit.

Susie's P.o.v
"GUYS. DINNER. NOW!" I screamed to see if the two love birds would react. That day we wanted to order pizza- well Boris ordered two, for himself. "And they really, really, really don't have any bacon left?" Asked Bendy for the third time now. I facepalmed and Henry- who was on the phone- looked a little nervous, but when the two finally walked out of their guestroom, his expression softed. "What do you want to eat?" Henry asked, while sweating a bit. Norman pointed at his projector, he was probably dying inside. Sammy thought for a moment, then let Henry order chilli pizza. The pizza delivery man- or how Norman called him: Depressed teenager- arrived after 5 minutes, handed Henry the pizzas with an unhappy expression and drove away on his motorcycle as fast as he could. We all got our pizzas and it was delicious!

(A little timeskip, this time brought you by: Boris having two different kinds of pizza in his hands)

Melanie's P.o.v
Susie and I carried Boris into our room, Boris ate so much that he passed out on the chair. "Sooo about earlier, what did you wanted to tell me?" I looked over at her and she gazed back at me. "It was nothing just this:" Susie gave me a quick kiss on the cheek, I blushed and looked away. "Uhm Melanie, are you okay?~" "Yeah, yeah, I'm fine- Ups I almost forgot to hand Bendy the brochure, I will be back"

With that Melanie left the room, leaving a sad Susie and a loud snoring Boris behind.

Bendy's P.o.v
I heard somebody running up the stairs, it was Melanie who had a red face and the brochure I asked for. "Here is it, sorry, that I didn't give it to you sooner" She handed me the catalog. "It's fine... Are you ill or something? Your face is very tomato like-" Melanie sprinted downstairs again, without saying a word. I wanted to follow her, but then Henry finally stepped out of the bathroom. "Aaaaand how do I look?" He wore a pink shirt with black pants and yellow socks, he looked so handsome! I quickly hid the brochure under the bed, not taking my eyes of him. "You are hot- I mean cute- I mean... You're beautiful" Henry blushed at the compliment. "You too" He muttered under his breath and went in the bathroom once more, switching into one of the pajamas Norman and Sammy buyed earlier.

Melanie's P.o.v
*Someone calls me at 10 pm, who could it be?* I walked over to the telephone charging point, which made some long pepping sounds and picked up the phone. "Hello? hello, hello~ Uh is this Melanie Fiona Star I'm talking to?" "Ethan, you don't need to change your voice, I know that it's you" "Okay, okay, I'm sorry. Anyways we finally made it out of the studio! It took some time to get everyone through the door, but we made it!" "That's great to know, Ethan, where are you right now?" There was a long pause, in which I could hear something crashing on the ground and loud voices coming from the phone. "No Tom! The mannequins are not for fighting!- I'm at Clara's and my house, but she's not home yet. Man, there's gonna be a lot I need to explain to her, when she comes back from work..." I raised two eyebrows and leaned against the fridge. "Buuut let's change the subject, how are you doing? Did your group already burn the house down or did they got to see the basement?" "I'm ok, apparently the house still stands and- Eth? Ethan?! Are you there?!"
I saw the red letters which spelled: unconnected. I putted the phone back on its place. My knees were shaking and I started to get nervous. *Oh dear heavens, Ethan! Please be okay...*

(Meanwhile in a house filled with chaos...)

"ALLISON COULD YOU MAY TAKE CARE OF YOUR BOYFRIEND? BERTRUM I SWEAR IF YOU ROLL OVER THAT PICTURE I'M GOING TO DISMANTLE YOU!" Ethan took a deep breath and said with a stern voice: "Jack don't you dare breaking that vase"

(Back to Bendy and co.)

Henry's P.o.v
Bendy had his arms around me and his head on my shoulder, purring like there was no tomorrow. But unlike him I couldn't close my eyes, I just kept on thinking about the events of the next day. In the end I still somehow managed to get some rest, luckily. When I awoke it was already 8 am and at 9 am I had my meeting with the job provider! I sprung out of bed into the bathroom, showered and put on some clothes, which also included a nice blue tie. I ran downstairs and grabbed a toast, it was very dry but better than nothing. As I stepped outside I noticed that I forgot to brush my teeth, so I sprinted up the stairs again. After I've done so I gave Bendy a quick kiss on the cheek and jogged out the house.

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Melanie's P.o.v
My parents had their backs turned to me, standing in front of the locked basement door. The lights were flickering above them. "Mom! Dad, you're alive!" I said joyfully. Then they slowly started to turn around, whispered, louder and louder: "We're dead because of you... We're dead because of you! WE'RE DEAD BECAUSE OF YOU!" My parent's eyes were bloodshot, wide open and their lower jaws hung down, staring at me blankly. I staggered backwards and fell down. I didn't know what was going on. They stepped forward, with their hands stretched out and about to grab me- then I finally opened my eyes. It was only just a dream, a very, very, unpleasant dream. When I touched my cheek, hot tears were running down my face, I had been crying in my sleep. While wiping my tears I noticed Boris, who was already up and wrote something in one of my empty diary's. "What are you writing there buddy?" Boris jumped immediately after I said that. "No need to worry, I don't use the diaries anyway. You can have them" He sighed in relief, as if someone almost found out his biggest secret.

Henry's P.o.v
The meeting with Mrs. Pink, my new boss, was a total success! She said I had potential and that I could start in two weeks. I'm really looking forward to it! However when I remembered where I wanted to go next, my mood changed. And then there I stood, in front of the house of my 'good old friend'. I took a deep breath and pressed the doorbell, not feeling prepared at all. I waited awhile almost wanted to go home, when finally a weird smiling Joey Drew opened the door. "Oh Henry, you're already there! Please come in, we have so much to catch up on" Joey guided me into the kitchen, which smelt a little odd. I sat down on one of the hockers and Joey took a seat across from me, still having that weird smile.

"And how have you been all these years?" Joey asked, while intertwining his hands. Henry didn't say anything, so the gray-haired man continued. "Must have been hard to find a new job huh?" Still no response from the animator. "Why did you leave in the first place? I always thought you loved your work at the studio, then one day your desk was empty and I got this letter from you" Hoey suddenly held up a dark red envelope, Henry didn't even flinch. The gray-haired man wasn't smiling anymore, he was more likely starting to have a crooked grin on his face. "You're not into talking right now? Okay then I'll just make us some tea, I guess..." Joey stood up to make some fresh tea, while the animator investigatet the living room a little. Henry was very surprised what the former boss of the studio had on his bulletin board, for example- (Hah)

Norman's P.o.v
I had a beautiful dream. Me and Sam were by a tiny brown bridge at a waterfall and we both leaned against each other, just watching as the colourful nature around us moved. It could've stayed like this forever. Unfortunately the sky soon became blood red and it started to rain- hearts?! I sprung up when one of them landed in my hand, beating like crazy. I panicked and threw it away, I gazed at Sammy, but he was no longer there. The whole place vanished into a big black void of nothing. I was alone. Then, after a while, I noticed a unknown voice, getting more clear and clearer. "Don't be afraid, it's all just a bad dream, when you wake up you'll see him again" And really: As I awoke Sammy was laying right next to me, the voice didn't lie. *Whoever that voice was, thank you* I could've sworn I saw someone at the window, however when I turned around nobody was there. The musician yawned, rolled over to me, then we both fell on the ground, I was on top of him. "Henry are you in here-" The ink demon stopped talking and slowly backed out of the room. "Oh sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt you two" I blushed intensively. "I-it's not what it looks like!" I stuttered. Bendy made an 'yeah sure' expression, while closing the door again. Sammy yawned and blinked a few times, then his eyes widened. "I'm sorry" I quickly got off him and hid my red projector behind my hands. He stood up and took my hands in his, the musician smiled. "Don't hide your pretty face from me, Normy~" I almost fainted by his stupid cute smile.

(Back to the house of Joey Drew)

Henry was sitting on the hocker again, now daring to speak to the former boss of the studio. "Why did you send me back in the first place?" Joey spinned around, with two tea cups in his hands. He settled them in front of the animator and sat down as well. The gray-haired man laughed. He laughed like this was all just a big joke. "You already know the answer Henry, however there are still some questions you need to answer me..." "Go ahead" Joey turned around and gazed out of the window. "Why did you become so distant towards me? I know I..." Now the gray-haired man stood up again, he couldn't get his eyes of what happened outside! Or did he felt uncomfortable looking into the other man's face? "I made many, many, mistakes... But I always tried to be nice to everyone! You have to believe me!.." That's how Joey continued, talking about all his problems back then and not even noticing that Henry was inspecting the light green liquid in his cup.

Henry's P.o.v
*This tea looks a little odd-* I carefully sniffed on the contents in my cup and immediately held the tea away from me. I felt sick. *T-that's poison?! Why would Joey put-... You really didn't change, huh? Joey Drew, after all what happened! After all this time!... Even Susie found back to her old self! And you?!* I don't know why I did it. But when Joey seemed to be almost hypnotized by some boys playing football outside, I took his cup and switched it with mine. I felt nothing, empty and cold, all at the same time. He turned to look at me, however I couldn't stop to gaze at the tea. I picked up the cup next to me and our eyes meet. I asked in a bittersweet tone: "Don't you want to drink your tea, old pal?" Joey chuckled nervously. "Ah, of course my friend" He took a long sip from the cup and I watched every single movement he made. "Oh it's already late, you better go home now Henry" When I stepped through the door I noticed that Joey's skin went white. I waved goodbye at him and as I left I heard Joey coughing violently. *In the end he just had bad luck...*

(Timeskip)

Bendy's P.o.v
I was taking a nap. I wouldn't say I did much, however it has been very stressful- at least for me. Then I woke up by the sound of the doorbell. I pulled myself off the couch and opened the door, it was a mad looking Henry. I winced. "Hey Henry, how was the-" He ran past me without saying a word.

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Bendy's P.o.v
"-meeting" Henry shut our bedroom door with a loud bang, then he locked himself inside. *Was it really that bad?* I closed the front door and slowly walked up the stairs. I knocked on the door. I knocked twice. I knocked again, over and over. At some point I even started hammering my fists against it. He didn't reply. "Henry please open the door!" I sank onto the ground, however I kept on beating the door, even through my hands hurt. "H-henry I-i'm begging you, please let me in!" I cried out. Silence. Only silence could be heard and the sound of my inky tears, who were falling on the floor. I was so desperate, that I got up and rammed the door, until it finally slammed open. I stumbled into our bedroom just to see Henry out of the window. He seemed to have tied our blankets together to climb down the window behind the bed. I wanted to say something, but he already turned around and ran into the nearest woods. I wanted to follow him, however before I did, I quickly picked up the little box I buyed today, then I slided down the house wall and ran after him.

_Flashback (A few hours earlier)_
Apparently Bendy still searched for his boyfriend and also tried to check if he was in the basement, unfortunately Melanie blocked the path. "Henry isn't down there" "And whyyy are you so sure about that?" "He has his meeting today, remember?" "Yeees, but it's only 9 am" The demon replied. They both stayed silent, until Bendy seemed to remember something. "Hey, can I borrow your wallet?" Melanie just nodded, took the wallet out of her jacket and tossed it at him. "Thanks" And with that the ink demon left the house.
_Flashback end_

Bendy's P.o.v
The fresh air blowed around me. It was dark and the only light source was the moon, which sometimes shone through the leaves of the trees. I barely saw my own hands, however I wasn't going to stop running up the hill. I didn't know where I was heading to, but I still somehow managed to find my way to him. Henry Stein. The person I have loved for over 30 years now. He was sitting on the cliff, his arms around his knees and with his head looking up. I watched Henry from behind a tree, because I was to afraid to confront him. Then I accidentally stepped on a branch that, unlike some crickets, was very noisy. I quickly hid behind the tree trunk. After a while I carefully poked my head back out again, just to see the love of my life going to the cliff's end. I panicked, so I did the only thing that came to my mind and ran up to him. "Henry!" I held him tightly by the wrist, I was shocked and afraid. Henry didn't face me, but when we cautiously stepped away from the end, I saw him smiling slightly. That honestly confused me a bit. He looked happy or- proud? "I knew, I could count on you, Bendy" Henry chuckled, I didn't understand the world anymore. "Sorry, that I had to lure you out like this" Then it clicked in my brain and I felt like a total fool. "Oh don't worry, I knew you were just acting all along, heh, heh" I replied, sounding as unrealistic as Joey's sense of humour. "Sooo, why did you ran away in the first place?" Henry stopped giggling in a matter of seconds. He made himself comfortable on the ground and silently motioned me to sit down next to him, so I did. "Remember when I told you that I will be careful, when I go to Joey?" I gasped outraged. "He really dared to hurt you?!-" "NO! Well yes! But he couldn't actually harm me!..." Henry took a deep breath. "... Because I killed him first. I killed Joey Drew. My 'old friend' wanted to poison me with a tea, however I found out and switched the c-cups." Henry's hands started shaking, he seemed to be still dramatised about it. I gently placed his hands in mine, trying to calm him down. "Hey Henry, look at me." He quietly gazed up to me. I smiled. "You did the right thing, if you wouldn't have done it, Susie and I would have loooooved to erase him out of existence." I began to laugh and it seemed that Henry couldn't help but to laugh as well. We both sat there hand in hand, facing each other and laughing like crazy. It was such a good moment. At some point we even fell on the grass from all the laughing, I still held his hand though. Both of us gazed up to the sky, which was filled with an endless amount of stars and the big shining moon. I stretched my free hand out, I wanted to grab one star, which sadly didn't work. Henry chuckled amused at my attempt. We stayed like this for a while, just enjoying our time there. Then I remembered the little box, I accidentally dropped behind the tree, because of the past event. "Doll?" I asked nervously. "Mmm?" He looked at me questioningly. "Can you close your eyes for a moment?" "Okay, tell me when I'm allowed to open them again." I silently went to my hiding spot and picked up the tiny black box. On the way back I noticed how tightly I held the box in my hands, I was probably afraid to let it fall again. "You can look now, and also please stand up before doing so." I panicked as he slowly stood up, I almost wanted to run away. Then I saw into his opened eyes and all of my worries suddenly vanished. I naturalized my breathing, after that I finally started to speak: "Dear Henry Stein, the two of us have known each other for over 30 years now and that's really a long time. When I was brought to life, I would have never guessed to meet someone like you. You are and always will be the most important person in the world to me... So I wanted to ask you this: Would you like to spend the rest of your life by my side? Henry, will you marry me?" I opened the box, revealing a golden ring with mini sapphires and rubies on it. Henry was speechless, he had tears of joy in his eyes and a big happy smile. "Yes! Yes! Yes! A million times yes!" Then he kissed me. I was taken by surprise, so we fell over. Since both of us didn't want to go back yet, we comfortably layed on the ground, cuddling close together and eventually slept in.

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(Timeskip, brought you by: Our sleeping love birds)

Henry's P.o.v
*My dream really was a miracle! Bendy asked me to marry him and-* I opened my eyes to see that we were still on the cliff and Bendy remained purring in my arms. *Oh wait- It actually happened? It felt to good to be true...* I snickered, as my attempt to stand up failed, because of the demon, who apparently didn't want to let me go. Now Bendy hugged me even tighter and made a sad whimpering sound. No words could describe, how much I was attached to him. Literally. While admiring my soon-to-be husband, I noticed that I had something on my ring finger: It was the ring Bendy gave to me, however I couln't really remember putting it on. After some time the sun slowly began to rise. When the first rays of the sun touched my skin, Bendy carefully lifted himself. "Doll, are you okay?" He touched my face and I noticed that I was kinda red. "Y-yeah, I think I'm good, how about you?" "I'm fine, thanks for asking." Bendy knelled besides me, reaching out for my hand in the progress. We both helped each other to stand up, since the ground has been very uncomfortable to sleep on. After that I yawed loudly, while stretching myself extensively. He would never admit it, but I think Bendy was blushing too.

Bendy's P.o.v
"Come on, let's get back to the others, shall we?" Henry seemed to be day dreaming, because he had a big smirk plastered on his face, right under his cherry red cheecks. *Such a dork...* I gazed at my lover and couldn't help chuckling. *But, he's my dork...* I gently grabbed him by the wrist, which also made Henry snap back to reality. I still don't know what went through his head in that moment. "Of course, love~" He just answered, leaving me absolutely speechless. We began our way down the cliff and into the forest. Henry was silently going besides me, having the corners of his mouth up, looking like he had the best day ever. And then there's me, who still hasn't been able to procress the three words the love of my life just told me. *How can someone be so adorable?* I carefully intertwined our fingers, almost unnoticeable. Now Henry gay-zed up at me with an even bigger smile, what I actually thought was impossible. I quickly planted a kiss on his forehead, to show my affection. He replied by doing the same thing. It went on like this, until I accidentally kissed my lover on the lips. Has been an happy accident, if you would ask me. However, in the very next moment I remember, we were both rolling downwards the hill. Henry seemed to got taken by surprise from my sudden action and couldn't hold us anymore.

(Meanwhile in the house)

Sammy's P.o.v
Bendy and Henry suddenly vanished last night, so we all went out searching for them. Without any luck. Melanie also called Ethan, who didn't know anything. I personally couldn't care less, because: What's the worst that could've happened? But unlike me the rest seemed to be very upset about it, even Susie! We all gathered us on the couch, being distressed and tired. Time passed by. Then Ethan eventually came around, with a few bottles of lemonade. They immediately left afterwards. *You know, when life gives you lemons...* I thought sarcastically, while drinking one whole bottle. The clock showed me, that we officially wasted 6 hours of our holy sleep. Great. Only Norman actually lightend up my mood a little. When the electricity went off all at once in the house and Melanie had to go turn it back on, he still shone his projector light at me, so that I could read the newspaper in peace. I leaned against his chest and enjoyed my dayly source of knowledge. He really was one hell of a boyfriend, wasn't he? I gave him a kiss on the head as a thank you. After I finished reading we all made ourselves comfortable with our partners: Susie, Melanie, Norman and I. Since Boris also wanted to be a part of the snuggle group, he simply squeezed himself between us. We almost fell asleep immediately, however the person who knocked on our front door, seemed to have other plans. "I'm coming!" Melanie yelled and dragged herself to the door. I couldn't see who it was, but when I recognised their voices I just sighed reassured.

Melanie's P.o.v
When I opened the door, I felt a wave of relief rushing through me. On our doorstep were Bendy and Henry, who looked like they fell into dirt. "How was the mud party?" Susie yelled from behind me. I quietly let them both in. Everyone was staring at the two love birds, mad yet glad. "Uhm... Hey guys, did you miss us?" They nervously asked. The rest slowly rised up from the sofa, then hugged the somewhat stunned boys. It has been a very lovely moment. I joined in and we stayed like that for quite a while, until Henry suddenly snezzed. He luckily held his hand before his mouth, which also gave the others snd me a good look at his fancy new ring. Susie was the first one to notice. "What?! He gets an awesome piece of jewellery and I don't?!- Oh wait, I've got my little angel-" "Congrats you two!" I screamed excited and Boris barked happily. "Took you long enough" Sammy huffed, probably upset that he didn't propose to Norman yet- or the other way around. Then Mr. Calm himself actually asked an very important question: "Sooo where were you all the time? We've been searching for you everywhere..." Both went silent, indicated us to sit down and started to talk. While they explained everything from the beginning, I could feel a shiver running down my spine. Susie clenched her fists and Boris hid behind the sofa. "Why didn't you tell us, that you are meeting Joey?" I looked at Henry, who gazed at the ground, ashamed. "Well, I wanted to keep it to myself, because I knew you wouldn't have let me" I nodded understandible. Susie seemed a little pissed, so I cuddled her and spoke in a soft voice: "Hey~ Is everything okay?"

Susie's P.o.v
I took her hands in mine. She giggled cutely. "Yes, I was just mad, that I didn't have the chance to kill him..." Sammy, who comfortably sat on Norman's lap, noticed the small moment we had and guess what? He ruined it. "Hey, you two should kiss!" I quickly stood up, staring at him furiously. Sammy sprung up as well, in an attempt to escape. While I chased him through the living room and into the kitchen, he took a frying pan of the shelf. "FREEZE!" Sammy yelled scared and held the thing right into my direction. I laughed evilish, to intimidate him even more. Then Norman eventually came around and dragged his boyfriend into their room, he was probably tired. I turned around, just to make eye contact with an very shy looking Melanie. She stuttered something about going to bed as well and gently took me by wrist. I saw that the rest has already gone, so it was only her and me- and Boris...

(Timeskip until it's late afternoon)

Norman's P.o.v
While cuddling myself closer to the still sleeping Sammy, I noticed how comfortably warm he has been. I loved this feeling over anything else in the whole wide world. Then I almost got a heart attack, as someone suddenly entered our room. It was Bendy, who looked a bit to stressed for my liking. "We have a problem!" He loudly announced, which also seemed to woke up certain musican. "Let the problem solve itself!" My grumpy boyfriend muttered back. Bendy held his hands up in defeat and then walked straight into the other guestroom. "You know that he seriously had something to be upset about, right?" I quietly asked. Sammy slowly turned his head around. He seemed confused, like he wasn't even aware of what he just said seconds ago. "Hm?"

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Bendy's P.o.v
"There's a problem-" I abruptly stopped in my position and slowly backed away from the opened door. "OUT." An angry angel hissed at me. *Susie really thinks a beauty sleep is gonna help her...* I stepped forward again, to look out for the person, I wanted to speak with. "Uhm, where's Melanie?" Something moved under the blanket, then suddenly her head peaked out. "Yeah, I'm here. What's up?" I quietly gazed at the kitchen, where Henry already ate his third toast with butter. Impressive. My attention was completely gone for a moment and I just stood there, silently staring. However the sound of someone coming closer to me made me snap out of the trance again. I turned around and screeched, as my sight met the most hideous creature known to mankind: Susie Campbell. She gave me a smirk, which could've meant anything. But since that smile was dedicated to me, it was probably supposed to be a threat. I just nervously smiled back, when she made her way past me. Without further ado I could finally talk to Melanie, who apparently looked very determined. She held both, a pen and a block tightly in her hands, waiting for me to begin the conversation. "You see the thing is-" She started writing. "-that I have no idea how to plan a wedding." She raised an eyebrow. "So is that supposed to be the text you're gonna say at the wedding or do you really have no clue how to organise one?" Then something seemed to come to Melanie's mind and she slapped herself in the face. "Ups, I totally forgot about the fact that that's the last thing you should be capable of, sorry... Heeey, can I maybe make it my duty to plan the wedding? I always wanted to do that- if you don't mind, of course." I felt an instant wave of relief washing over me. I nodded in agreement and carefully asked: "And what am I going to do the whole time?"

(A wild Timeskip crosses your path)

Melanie's P.o.v
After completing making the to-do list, I satisfied stared at my work. *Who could've thought, that it would be that easy-* "AAAAAH! Susie, oh dear heavens you scared me to death! For how long were you even standing there?!" I yelled surprised and she just giggled in amusement. "Long enough to see you- What exactly are you doing again?" I showed her my do-to list and Susie looked impressed. *Now I only need to talk things out with the rest! Yay~*

Melanie almost danced out of the guestroom, while our fallen angel seemed to be searching for something. "Aha, there it is! My own to-do list!" After gazing around, Susie had to realise, that her roommate already vanished.

(Meanwhile)

Henry's P.o.v
"Bendy, you don't have to worry about all this, I thought Melanie would organise-" I quickly got cut off by my very stressed soon-to-be husband, who kept on walking in circles. "But what if something goes wrong?!" *Oh boy, here we go again...* "Bendy, it will be fine." He abruptly stopped. "Really?" "Really." I tried convincing him. "B-but what if-" I quietly went over to Bendy and embraced him. He instinctively leaned his head against mine, taking his arms around my back. We stayed in this position for a little while. Until loud screaming could be heard from downstairs, which made us both flinch. After that everything went silent. "Should we, uhm, check what happened?" I stared at my partner and he slowly nodded. While going down, I already spotted the source of the yelling. It was a middle aged mailman, who seemed to be frozen in shock. He looked very disturbed, by the view at three ink creatures and immediately past out when he saw Bendy. The guy also dropped a huge package, which Melanie carefully picked up and brought it into the kitchen. Boris was deep sleeping on the couch, so the mailman's appearance didn't bother him. Susie however inspected the man a bit more and when I wasn't looking, she took out a knife and stabbed him- At least that's what I expected. In reality she only pushed his unconscious body onto the other side of the street. *Wow, 'never thought that being with Melanie would change her so much* I quickly gazed over at Bendy, who seemed to be thinking the same thing. "Hey, you lucky two, can you come over for a sec?" The wedding planner herself asked. So we walked up to her and she excitingly pointed at the kitchen table. Lots of decoration, like many festoons or fancy napkins could be seen on it. "Amazing." I held my thumbs up. "Cool right? My aunt had some leftovers from her wedding party and she thought I would need it eventually." Melanie said smiling, then crossed something out in her block. "Oh, and Bendy, you are going to buy the outfits together with Susie." She added. "WHAT?!" Bendy and Susie, who overheard the conversation, yelled. I didn't want those two to murder each other and simple questioned: "Why can't I go with them?" After that Melanie wrote something down on the block, then handed it over to me. *Sorry Henry, but I think they would maybe stop hating one another, if only the two of them do an activity, like shopping, together.
P.s: Bendy wanted to surprise you with his outfit-* She quickly took it back again. "By the way, where are Norman and Sammy? You can't tell me they're still asleep in their room..." Susie muttered. My partner was about to answer, however certain wedding planner already tossed the wallet at them and pushed the two outside of the house. "Good luck, hope you get along well~" I heard Melanie saying, before slamming the door shut. "Do you really think this will work?" She stared at me blankly. "Are you questioning my masterplan?"

While going through the almost empty city streets, Bendy and Susie weren't really communicating with one another. Some might even say, they both knew, that anything coming from their mouth, will probably piss off the other. After a long moment of quietness, Susie suddenly broke the silence. "Soooooo, what about our partners in crime?" Bendy raised an non-visible eyebrow. "Who?" "Sammy and Norman." The fallen angel said nervously. "Oh, they're going into the nearbiest forest- for some reason. Your girlfriend sadly didn't tell more than that. She really wants to keep it a secret..."

(Meanwhile in the promised land-
I mean forest)

Sammy's P.o.v
Norman and I were still searching for this so called 'flowerfield' Melanie told us about and it slowly but surely got darker every moment, which honestly made me kinda uncomfortable. "Normy, I don't think we should continue, let's go home..." He ignored my words and kept on shining his projector light along the trees. "Norman? Hello? Are you even listing?" Then my boyfriend abruptly stopped. However, it was not because I said something. "Do you hear that? Those heavy footsteps?" I wanted to be mad at him for not paying attention to me. But when I heard a loud gun shot, I quickly changed my mind. Norman grabbed my arm and we immediately started running deeper into the forest. After a while of sprinting the two of us finally stopped at a signpost to catch our breathes. "Norman, what's going on?!" I hissed quietly. My partner indicated me to follow him behind the next massive tree trunk. "I think, we got to close to some hunter's shack..." He calmly explain. "Excuse me, WHAT?!" I yelled in shock, which unfortunately also drew unwanted attention to us. Now I was able to hear the terrifying footsteps as well.

*insert picture of a guy with a bag over his head and a light in his gloved hand, his other hand holding a shotgun*

"He is getting closer... Can you remember what's written on the signpost?" "Yes, actually, I think the right one even said 'blossom valley' or something like that." I recalled. "Great, let's go there-" A bullet suddenly whizzed past me by a hair's breadth. I almost screamed again. However, Norman probably knew that I would, so he quickly embraced me. "Hey, Sam, listen. You and I will get out of here, okay?" "O-okay" I stuttered determined. He carefully let go. And then we ran. We ran for god knows how long, until the sound of the loud steps were finally gone. "Holy crab, that was close. I think that guy doesn't really like visitors very much..." My boyfriend joked, leaning himself against a thin tree. "All of this just for a few flowers..." I muttered a bit morosely to myself, still searching for the field. After some time, however, I noticed Norman gazing over at me and I took the short moment to appreciate how gorgeous he looked. "You are so beautiful..." Those were the only words, that escaped my mouth. "What did you say, Sam?" My partner asked confused. "Nothing-" I yelled blushing. Then I suddenly saw something sparkling in a bush. "Huh, guess Melanie didn't betray us after all... Hey Norms- AHH!" He already stood right behind me. "Yeah?" My boyfriend replied. I cautiously went through the bushes and indicated Norman to follow me, without making any noise. "Wooow..." It was gigantic! This field had hundreds of thousands flowers, in every shape or colour imaginable! "Such a magnificent place" My partner agreed. Then he marched into the glowing flower mass. They weren't really glowing of course, but the blossoms somehow reflected the moon light, which was pretty cool. I probably stood there for a very long period of time, admiring the beauty of nature- and also Norman. "Sam, can you help me carry these flowers?" He called out. "Sure thing, Normy~" I cheerfully strolled over to my boyfriend. He handed me a bunch of flowers and I gave him a kiss on the projector in return. Everything was quite peaceful, until- *Bang!*

"N-norman? NORMAN!!!"

(Timeskip, brought you by: Me making crossovers, nobody asked for)

Susie's P.o.v
"Weren't they supposed to be back by now?" I carefully asked Melanie, who looked a little anxious after that. "Oh god, oh god, w-what did I do?! I shouldn't have sent them there! I-I'm such a fool..." She stuttered and tears started to fall down her face. "Hey, sweety..." I took her in my arms. "...Shhh, it will be fine. I'm sure they are on their way home." Melanie did seem convinced by that and I gently whipped her tears away. Then someone loudly hammered their fists against the front door, it was- "Sammy! Oh god- What happened?!" The view of Sammy Lawrence, standing with a bunch of flowers and his unconscious boyfriend leaned on his shoulder in the door frame really gave me a cold chill down my spine. "Please help him, he's badly injured!" The musican sounded very fatigued. Melanie and I weren't able to say anything comforting in that moment, we just took Norman and carried him over to the couch. Then I went to get a blanket, while Melanie made her way into the kitchen to grab some bandages. "Will he be okay?" Sammy gave me a scared look. "I mean, if he won't be, I could use him to become beautiful again..." I muttered sarcastically. Quietly sitting on the sofa and watching as Melanie slowly wrapped Norman's ink-bleeding arm up, seemed to be quite uneasy for Sammy. So I did the best thing that came to my mind and asked him about the deep wound. Big mistake. He started to shake uncontrollable, mumbling things I couldn't really make out. Something about a hunter? He also repeated the word 'flowers' a lot... "Melanie, are you done yet?" I hopefully gazed at her, she nodded.

After that the two of them left the living room and Sammy was alone with his boyfriend. The musican stared on the floor, silently being mad at himself for not having payed more attention to his surroundings, like his partner did... Luckily, the shot only went into Norman's upper arm and not his chest or head. Speaking of which, the projectionist progressively became conscious again! Sammy didn't notice it at first, however, his head immediately peaked up, when he heard the familiar voice of Norman. "S-am, is that you?" The musican started crying a bit. "Yes, it's m-me Norman." He walked over and embraced his boyfriend, not to tight of course. "Gosh, I thought I-i lost you..." "So did I." The taller man tried to take both arms around the other too, but sadly failed, because of the stabbing pain going though his right arm. Sammy saw the slight wince and carefully kissed Norman's bandages, then he quietly cuddled himself under the blanket besides his boyfriend. "Goodnight, Norman. Love you." The musican gave his partner one last smooch on the head, before slowly drifting off to sleep from the exhaustion.

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(The very next morning)

Melanie's P.o.v
"It's time!" I determinedly stared at myself in the bathroom's mirror. Tonight was the wedding of two of my closest friends and everything needs to be perfect, that's why I already stood up at 9 am. I gazed over to my block, just to make sure I had the to-do list completed. And indeed, I forgot nothing! However, I gotta find a distraction for the two love birds while we decorate and also wanted to call Ethan. After I composed a three sided plan, someone politely knocked on the restroom's door. "Uhm Melanie? Are you in there? Breakfast is ready." Susie announced. How long did I write? "Yeah, I'm coming." I replied happily. While heading to the kitchen table, I noticed that Norman got the bandages around his right arm off and it seemed like he doesn't feel pain anymore. Right next to him sat Sammy, who kept on questioning if his partner was okay. "Sam, I'm fine." Norman reassured him for the second time already, but our musician wouldn't stop making remarks about the others arm. Susie and Boris were silently snickering to themselves the whole time and I also couldn't help but smile. Leaning against the counter, the demon of the household looked like he didn't get much sleep, probably due to his excitement. I sat down besides Susie, who made herself a black tea. Boris ate five pancakes at once, when I only started my first one. We talked a lot about the wedding, so breakfast went by really quick. "Did you know there's an art museum nearby?" I asked Henry at one point. He has mostly been quiet this morning, drinking a cup while standing by the coffee machine. "No, what about it?" The animator raised an eyebrow. "I've seen a few banners saying they've got a bunch of new things in their gallery." I replied, putting my plate in the sink. Henry gave his soon-to-be husband a look. "Sounds interesting, right hun?" His boyfriend sleepy head peaked up."I mean, sure. But if panic breaks out I'm officially allowed to kill." The ink demon stated with his well known grin, his fiance laughed nervously. "Hahaha no, I don't think you will..." He sat his empty mug down. That's when I took a short moment to see what time it was. "Oh stars, it's already afternoon! You two better get ready!" I said, pointed at the clock. Henry gave his boyfriend a nod, walked his way upstairs to the smaller bathroom and Bendy followed shortly after. Now I finally had some time to inform Ethan. While tipping in their number, I saw Norman and Sammy going into the other bathroom. Apparently, our musician stopped being overprotective- or not. He truly cares about his partner, doesn't he? How sweet of him. Boris already went into our guestroom, probably reading something. Then the phone started ringing and I stood there, waiting for someone to pick up.

(Meanwhile)

Ethan's P.o.v
"Ethan?" I didn't respond and kept on sleeping. "Ethan?" The voice repeated itself. "What is it? Did someone set the kitchen on fire again?" I muttered in my oversized Boris plushy. "Not yet. But Melanie is on the phone right now, she's asking if we could help decorate the basement." I blinked a few times, until I could clearly see my girlfriend standing in the door frame. "I thought the party was gonna be tomorrow night?" Clara shaked her head, indicating me that I was wrong. Sitting upright, I stretched myself a few times before giving an answer. "Well, of course-" I gawned. "When should we come over?" She indicated me to wait and swiftly walked to the drawer cabinet, were our telephone was placed on top. After a moment had past, Clara returned. "In one hour would be great, that's what she said." My girlfriend added, smiling goofily.
(Timeskip, timeskip all the way
It might surprise you but they're-)
"ETHAN? 55 MINUTES HAVE ALREADY PAST AND YOU'RE STILL NOT DOWN HERE, WHAT ARE YOU DOING?" My impatient girlfriend yelled from downstairs, she doesn't like being late. I quickly brushed my messy blackened hair one last time and ran out of the bathroom to the staircase. "Ah, there you are!" Clara sighed relieved. "Did you give the rest breakfast? Made sure that there's no curtain to see them through?" I questioned a bit anxious, even though I knew she would've never forgotten. "Of course, babe." She laughed and gave me a small kiss on the cheek after I went down the stairs. "But now we gotta go!" Clara already stepped outside, however, not before turning around and screaming on top of her lungs: "GOODBYE ALLISON, TOM, WALLY, JACK, SHAWN, GRANT, BERTRUM, LACIE AND CO! WE'LL BE BACK IN A FEW HOURS! LOVE YOU ALL!" She truly has become a mom over the past days. Which is a surprise, since she at first didn't really like the idea of ink creatures living in our household, but now I think my girlfriend finally found a spot in her heart for them. "Ethan, stop daydreaming! If we don't arrive at Melanie's house in less than 10 minutes, they'll think we didn't want to come!" Stated Clara dramatically, I stifled my urge to laugh. We had walked like 5 minutes, before making it to the front door of our destination. I was about to knock, when someone ripped it open right in front of my stretched out fist. "Oh, Ethan! Clara! I'm so glad you two could make it!" Melanie seemed to be rather nervous, because she played with her hair and had a very obvious blush on her face. "Can we come in?" I asked, giving my best friend a suspicious gaze. She quickly nodded and stepped aside so we could come in. Guess what was the first thing that I saw? A smirking Susie Campbell! I didn't get it, until I finally connected the dots. "Sup." The fallen angel held her hand up. I kinda wanted to slaughter her, but held myself back because I knew it would make Melanie very unhappy. "Hi shark." I simply replied and miss Campbell looked confused. No, I am not an overprotective friend! I'm just a bit concerned, I told myself. Susie was leaning against the basement's door, still smiling like she just won a mansion. Clara and Melanie were already having a deep conversation about some flowers, so I decided to talk to the lady with the broken halo.

(Somewhere else at the same time)

Our soon-to-be married couple was standing on the bottom steps of wide ceramic stairs, which lead directly to a modern looking museum for art. Ready to go inside the building, that towered over their heads, they gave eachother one last glimpse. "Should we really?" The distressed demon questioned his fiance. Bendy might have joked back in the kitchen about panic breaking out, but in reality, it was him who is already losing his nerves. The animator noticed the angsty behaviour of his lover and instinctly held onto the others hand. "There's no need to worry, hun." He smiled softly, sending his counterpart a wave of safeness and comfort. People luckily didn't pay to much attention to the two, a few stared as they passed by, but besides that it was quit chill. Henry patted the demon's head, who in response turned his face away from the humans surrounding him and back to the animator. Bendy leaned into the touch a little, before leading his boyfriend up the long stairway. There were other people going into the big house of artwork as well, so our couple had to cleave their way through the fortunatly small crowds. Making it to the top stairs, they both needed to breathe for a moment. "Those were probably 100 steps or something!" The tall demon complaint, his fiance started laughing. Our love birds entered through the double doors right into the museum's lobby, where everyone immediately spotted the two. Bendy yelped and hid behind the animator, which didn't really help since he's quite big. Most adults backed away from the entrance, however the children took an interest in the eight feet tall ink creature. "Look Mommy! It's Bendy the dancing demon!" A boy dressed in blue screeched of joy and the other kids soon joined in. They surrounded the overwhelmed couple, asking all different kinds of questions. Luckily tho, Henry eased up quickly and then spoke in a very parenting manner. "Now, now, children. Bendy didn't come here to get interviewed by his beloved fans, so could you may let us pass through?" Most of the kids nodded and went back to their parents, who all silently agreed to stay calm for now. The only child that stayed where it was, was a little girl in a red dress. She still made big googly eyes, fascinated by the two. "Jenna, please come back to the group!" A woman with red curly hair yelled anxiously, probably a caretaker. She sprinted to Jenna and took her by the tiny hand and also apologized for the small lady's behavior. "Hey, it's okay. Curiosity gets the better of anyone sometimes and especially the once of young people, who just happened to meet one of their idols." The animator pointed out, grinning goofily. "Yeah, I guess you're right sir. I'm Miss Paula by the way and who are you?" Henry shortly glanced behind himself, just to reassure that his fiance was still there. "It's a pleasure to meet you, Miss. My name is Henry, Henry Stein." He responded, scratching the back of his neck. "Well, Mister Henry. Why did you and..." The girl in red, who was still holding onto her hand, reached up and whispered the name of the taller part of our duo to her. "Bendy? Bendy. Decide to visit a museum?" Miss Paula smiled awkwardly, for not remembering what the kids shouted a few minutes ago. "Actually, a friend of ours recommended this place." The animator responded and took his partner gently by the wrist as well. "Your friend seems to have good taste. Anyways, I gotta go to my girl- I mean, to the other kindergarten teacher, goodbye you two." Then they sprinted away, before Henry could even say anything in return. The foyer looked almost empty now, after many of the people had gone deeper inside the building or headed home. "Hey, you two there! Do you want to see what's inside the gallery or do you just want to adore the entrance?" A voice yelled from behind the register, causing our couple to jump. Bendy growled in frustration of being so sensitive to noise and the animator quickly started petting the others head. "Shhh calm down, hun." He muttered softly, putting their foreheads together. "Excuse me sir, but could you make a decision?" The impatient person asked annoyed, getting a murderous glare from Henry in response. And so the human, who thought they can just boss others around, stayed mouse quiet. After the moment had past by, the animator and his lover could finally function again. Our duo made it to the register, where the still frightened Karen stood. "Two tickets, please." Henry's smile, as he spoke, didn't reach his eyes. The human ripped the tickets off a long chain, while not breaking eye contact with him. "That will be 5,88 dollars, sir." The Karen conveyed, sweating. So Henry had to search in his pants pockets, until his hands brushed over Fiona's wallet. He pulled out the thing in a flash and then handed the money to the Karen. "T-thanks sir, have a nice stay." Spoke the human sheepishly, giving the couple one ticket each. Walking into the first hallway of this facility, Bendy gazed at his boyfriend with his non-visible wided eyes. "I know that you're staring at me, hun. What's up?" The animator questioned, looking up at his demon counterpart. "You really told that bossy person not to mess with us, that was amazing!" He stated, throwing his hands up in the air. "Mhm, sure did." Henry smirked placidly, intertwining their hands together once more.



Coming into the first part of the gallery, our duo's eyes wandered over every artwork. There were even texts writing underneath some of them, which the animator adored. At one point, the two came across a rather interesting picture. "Oh! This one says 'My best friend and I on a swing' Huh, didn't know people kissed their friends so passionately back then." Bendy cracked up laughing, about his counterparts commentary. As they moved forward, people kept stared at them, however our lovebirds only payed attention to each other. After completly examing paintings of humans interacting, the ocean and blossomhills, both decided to head to the next section of this museum. But in order for that, someone had to make it through the longest corridor you could imagine. "Urgh, that hall seems almost endless!" The cartoon character groaned and Henry silently agreed. "Is this really a gallery for art? Or for sports?" Continuing to rant about this museum for several minutes gay, neither of our soon-to-be married couple realized that they were already at their destination, until the demon nearly bummed into a statue. "Bendy, watch out!" Almost like it's an instinct of his, the animator stopped, having a strong grip on the tallers wrist, keeping him from moving further. His boyfriend glanced forward and winced instantly, he wouldn't have noticed it. Thanking Henry for the quick save, Bendy on top of that gave him a forehead kiss. Nobody saw the little scene happening and especially not the sleeping security guard. Walking around the effigy, both took an interest in the rather strange piece of art. It was the sculpture of a mostly humanoid looking creature, however the two horns poking out of their head suggested that it was a demon. They were thrusting out their hands in a bowl shape, but held nothing in them whatsoever. The animator inquisitively put a coin into their empty hands, then our couple tensely waiting for something to occur. And just when the two wanted to give up, the statue spoke in a eerie whisper "T-h-a-n-k-y-o-u" seemingly staring right into the duo's eyes, the effigy smiled. Bendy and Henry glimpsed at eachother startled, they didn't expect that for sure. "Uh, you're welcome?" The cartoon demon replied, unsure of what else to say. Standing there for a while dumbfounded, the animator broke the awkwardness by going to the next attraction and trailing his significant other behind. Our couples fascinated over all the different sculptures they saw, however a knight with broken chest and a princess with no face especially stuck out to them. "Is this supposed to be deep?" Bendy questioned his fiance, Henry shrugged. Finally making their way to the last part of this facility, both were stunned by how huge the hall was. From ground to celling drawings of various artists covered up the walls, it looked magnificent. The two awe at the beautiful view. "Oh! Hey, Mister Henry, glad we see eachother again." A familiar voice hailed, standing next to her group. "Miss Paula, what a pleasant surprise!" The animator beamed and our couple walked over to them. "How come you're still here?" He continued. Then the lady suddenly seemed sad, but she tried to cover it. "I just adored this very realistic painting of a woman so much, that I forgot the time." Miss Paula stated, small tears forming in her eyes. The big woman on the wall had surprisingly many things in common with her, which Henry and his boyfriend realized right away. "I don't want to be impolite, but... is she related to you?" The animator asked carefully. Miss's children fortunately didn't understand the situation. "How did you know? Yes, that's my grandmother actually." She sniffed into a tissue, the other caretaker had given her. "Her name was Miranda. She used to take care of me, because my parents were to bussy. She taught me many things, mostly how to regulate my emotions and to be a good person... Unfortunately, one day she got very sick and I couldn't see her anymore." Miss Paula buried her face in the chest of her partner, who cautiously massaged her back. "That sounds awful, I'm sorry for your lose, miss." Henry uttered dismayed, putting his right hand on his left arm. "You must miss her very much." His fiance spoke sorrowfully, knowing what it's like to be separated from a person you love. "My grandmother was the only person, I've considered my family. When she left, my teenage self couldn't handle being on her own. Luckily tho, I had Cristine helping me to move on over the years." The lady confessed smiling, letting go of her counterpart. While our couple and Miss Paula talked a lot about how your past effects your future, they took the children one round through the canvas painting room, passing by huge drawings of complex cities and abandoned gardens. "Do you believe that there are alternate realities, miss?" Bendy asked at some point, getting a small giggle from her in response. "I dunno, do you?" The woman raised an eyebrow and he went silent for a moment. "I mean, it would make sense." He answered. Then they came to the end of the tour, to the horror of everyone. "Paula, we need to go now, the kids parents are probably waiting already." Miss Christine implied, softly taking her by the shoulder. "Awwww, that's a shame. Well, goodbye you two, I really hope we meet again some day." She pouted and moved her hand onto the others. "Yeah, we hope so too. Bye Miss Paula and Miss Christine." After following the two to the exit, our due waved goodbye to them as they brought the children back to the kindergarten. The sun slowly started to sett, indicating that it was getting late. However, both stayed and enjoyed the last warm raise of sunshine. "Huh, the ability to normally communicate has left you and me during this entire chapter. Thank you, author."

(Let's skip until they come home ':) )

Henry's P.o.v
We stepped into the dim lighted living room, unsure if anyone was still there. The front door didn't get closed properly and so I just assumed that the rest wanted us to come in. I suppose we should've arrived a bit sooner, exact at 10 pm, but Bendy saw Mickey mouse merch in a shop's window. You can probably imagine how he reacted. I found the switch and turned on the lights. "Boris! You scared me to death, buddy." I said surprised. "What does that sign say you're holding?" The wolf sat on the couch, having a piece of paper in his mouth. As I walked closer, I was able to read it and while doing so, my counterpart spotted two thing laying on the kitchen table. "Hey Bendy, this letter says we have suits to wear- Oh." I stopped, realizing what my fiance just picked up. A black and a white tuxedo. "Look doll! Aren't these outfits beautiful?" He squeaked excited, taking me to the bathroom. It took us serveral minutes to put the outfits on and even after we both helped eachother with the ties, our suits still seemed like they were missing something. "Perhaps a few blossoms would do the trick..." I muttered, searching for the box Melanie stored the flowers in. "Aha!" I said triumphantly, taking out some of the best ones and started to bind them together. Walking back into the restroom, I saw Bendy, who seriously thought it was a good idea to mess with his tie. "Sorry hehe." My fiance can be both, pretty and stupid at the same time. Then as the two of us were finally done dressing, we could step outside to see Boris already waiting at the door. "Ready to go?" My counterpart's smile wided. "Always have been!" He cheered and so our march to the church began, hand in hand and guided by the wolf. I was rather nervous about the following event, however, Bendy's good mood made me feel somewhat relaxed. He couldn't stop sharing his plans for the future, mostly places he wanted to visit, and I mindfully listened. Until Boris's woof interrupted him. We had arrived at the church. I eyed my counterpart up and down, he looked absolutely gorgeous with his colorful blossom crown and black tuxedo. "Okay, let's do this!" The three of us pushed the oversized doors open and Bendy afterwards put his hand in mine once more. Everyone was already there, filling the seats. Sammy, Norman, the couple in denial, Ethan, their girlfriend, many lost ones and Allison and Tom. My soon-to-be husband lead me in a slow manner to the altar, when the musican quietly snuk over to the church organ and began to play 'Here Comes The Bride'. I could hear Susie telling him that it was silly, but Norman couraged his boyfriend to continue. Going in front of Ethan, who stood behind the altar now, we let go of eachother's hands for the moment and expectantly gazed at them. "Today, we all have gathered ourselves together, because of the love between these two men." They spoke loudly, so even the beings in the last row could understand. "This couple has been nothing but purely generos and respectful towards one another. Stayed by eachother's sides, during good and bad times. They were always great people and their relationship just made them stronger. And with that said, because I am not here for a four hours speech about how you two are clearly couple goals, I will now give the word to the groom, Bendy." My lover coughed to collect himself, before turning his head in my direction. We both laughed embarrassed. "You know that you're perfect, right Henry? You're smart, kind and can be a real fighter if you want to. I always wondered why someone as beautiful as you, created something like me. You don't know how many times I tried asking you to go on a date with me." He paused, giggling. "I mean, we kinda did, but you probably never have seen it that way. I could only dream for you to become my lover... Luckily tho, that was one of the dreams that came true after all~" Bendy ended his speech on a cheesy note, I was very proud of him. Then Ethan started talking again. "I will now ask the two of you: Henry Stein, will you take Bendy the cartoon demon as your husband? Cherishing your bond until the end of time?" They waited for my answer. "Yes, I will." I conveyed happily. "And will you, Bendy the cartoon demon, take this man as husband and give him all your attention and care?" My almost husband nodded authentically. "Yes, I will." Ethan seemed satisfied with our replies and gave each of us a ruby and sapphire covered ring. I put mine on my counterpart's finger, while he did the same by me. "Well then, I can officially pronounce you: husbands! You may kiss now." Bendy's cue to gently put both his hands on my cheeks and we shared a passionate kiss. The crowd clapped for us. I think, Sammy even cried a little. Overall the scene was pretty emotional and I enjoyed every single bit of it. After everyone went silent again, I had one last thing to get off my chest. "It's not bad when I'm with you. It never has been, no matter what we encountered in the studio or elsewhere. Thank you, for always being by my side, Bendy."

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(Warning: This chapter contains some suggestive stuff and bad written lime/make out scene, just so you know <3)

Bendy's P.o.v
So turns out the creator has lied once again! No, not mine, I mean the creator of this book. They said Henry's and my wedding would be the end, but here we are non the less. I'm not complaining though. I have always been a big fan of being in the spotlight. "Bendy, who are you talking to?" My husband asked concerned, looking at me from across the set up party table. We were lucky to get one, because most of the rest had to awkwardly stand around. "Nobody." I replied, casually chucking down the entire bowl of punch to change the topic. *Shattering glass* Dead silence. The music stopped. Everyone in the basement was staring directly at me. "Uhm, the floor was thirsty!" I yelled, trying to sound like this was planned. Someone coughed. Nobody laughed. "You have ten seconds to run." Susie, who was probably about to get herself something to drink, gave me a very good impression of a serial killer stare. I didn't hesitate and got up from my seat, just so I could run away as fast as I was able to. "Susie, violence is not the answer!" Henry groaned, like he has said that at least two times before. "Do you want to join him, errand boy~?" Miss Psychopath sounded pretty pissed off, even my fiance understood the danger coming from that woman. "RUN!" I screamed in terror and so we both sprinted up the stairs. "YOU CAN'T GET AWAY FROM ME-" The fallen angel roared, however, Henry already shut the soundproof basement door behind us. How convenient. "That escalated quickly." He muttered and slowly started walking up to our room. "She just felt like punch-ing us." I added, snickering at the glorious pun I've made. Following my lover upstairs, I eventually realized that Susie wasn't in the mood to chase us anymore. Convenient, too convenient for my personal liking. "God, I feel so tired." Henry mumbled and threw himself onto our bed, without caring to take off his clothes. After taking off mine, I immediately joined him. Getting underneath the blanket, we made ourselves comfortable by embracing eachother. "This day sure was long, buuuut-" I gazed down at my sleepy husband. "-It was definitely the best day I've ever had."

(Back to the basement)

Norman's P.o.v
"What do you mean, 'put your left foot on red?' Do you want me to slice it of and throw it there?!" Yep, that's my boyfriend. I sighed, maybe I shouldn't have voted for Twister to be the first game of the night. Sammy groaned frustrated and heaved his leg upwards, trying not to fall over while squatting. He started shaking. I had to do something, so I grabbed him under his arms. "There you go, my little Sam Sam." That got him even more furious than before. Oops. "I'm not little! You are little! Your d-" I eventually put my hand over his mouth, I love when he's dramatic but not around so many people. And also Susie sits at a table right next to us, she might involve herself somehow. "-and don't get me started on your-" Maybe I should just get duct tape. Yeah, that sounds like a good idea. Sammy is into that stuff anyways. "Melanie, could you-?" She accepted her quest to hold the maw of the great overlord of our bedroom shut, I silently thanked her before getting the thing my partner needs the most at the moment. A firm tape on his mouth. I mean, it's not his first encounter with it. Going upwards, one of the searchers asked me to bring some extra straws, because they weren't able to consume drinks without them. When I asked how they can even drink liquid, they didn't respond. Concerning. As I made it through the creaky basement door and into the kitchen area, I heard very strange noises. It almost sounded like someone's in pain- Oh. Ohhhhhh. After a couple of minutes searching for more rainbow straws, Melanie must've brought, I eventually got a hold of them in the back of an upper shelf. Now tape is the only thing left we need in this household. And earplugs. Lots of earplugs. Maybe I should tell them they're loud? Mmmmmh, no. Never tell a person that you know their secrets, I thought while picking up the almost empty duct tape role. On my way back to the party, I wondered if Henry's going to be able to walk tomorrow...

(The next part plays out right after Bendy's P.o.v ended. )

Henry's P.o.v
Man, I'm sweating. I shouldn't have kept my suit on, however, I can't really take it off now. It would be too much of a stretch. "Doll, I get that you're tired and all, but please take your clothes off." My husband muttered into my hair. "Why? Did they personally offend you or something?" No reply, only his sigh of peeve could be heard. "Henryyyyy, you'll ruin your suit like this!" For once in his lifetime, Bendy is the one acting reasonable. I would've cried of joy, if it wasn't for him starting to mess with my clothing right afterwards. "Uhm, Bendy?" He didn't listen and kept on fiddling with the bottons on the suit's top, slowly but surely exposing the white shirt underneath. I slightly blushed, looking down on me. "Okay, okay! I will undress myself in the bathroom if that's what you want-" I had already sat upright and was about to go, however, my lover didn't seem like that idea either. So I stayed. "Let me finish what I started~" His expression said more than a thousand words. Okay, it actually just said one thing: 'I'm going to fuck you'. My ears and cheeks became warmer. "S-sure?" I replied impishly and he didn't hesitate to push my back onto the sheets. Slowly his lanky fingers first took my black shoes, socks and then my trousers off. Now my body layed there, in only a shirt and navy blue boxershorts. After staring at me for a rather long minute, he crawled up to my face, placing each of his hands on either side of my head. "Are you okay with this?" Bendy asked, like I would suddenly decline. "Of course, you dumbass. I love you!" I responded, smashing our lips together. We shared a long and fervent kiss, which eventually turned into my husband and I fighting with the other's tongue. My breathing became more shallow. His tongue was far bigger and flexible than mine, so he won. I gagged a bit, when it went down my throat, but the feeling wasn't as uncomfortable as you might imagine. After shortly taking his mouth away from mine, so I could refill my lungs with oxygen, we continued make out with eachother. Sometime later, Bendy also began lightly brushing his right hand against the skin underneath my upper garment. It felt like small flames travling on my chest. Up and down. Up and down. "Mhm~" I moaned quietly, feeling myself becoming noticeably hard. My lover stopped and parted our lips, inky saliva hanging between them. "Oh no, did I hurt you?!" He whined, letting go of my shirt as well. I laughed to show him I'm completely fine. "No, you didn't. That means I like it~" I winked at my husband and his face went tomato red. "I'm sorry, I never did this before, I just followed my instincts." Gosh, he is so sweet. I gently cupped his cheeks and gave him another kiss and suddenly all his worries were thrown overboard. That night we had our first sex together, it was unimaginable good.

(The morning after...)

Bendy opened his non-visible eyes and the first thing that came to his mind, was wondering why they didn't do something like this before. The author was a mental virgin, he figured. "Honey, do you know where I put my boxers at?" His sleep deprived husband asked, standing half naked in front of him. The demon grinned sheepishly, knowing damn well that he accidentally ripped them apart last night. "Bendy?-" Then suddenly the sound of someone quickly knocking on the bedroom door could be heard, it was luckily locked. "Henry? Are you awake? Why were you screaming so loud a few hours ago? Did you two have a fight? Is everything okay?" Oh, Melanie, you're too innocent for this world...

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Sammy's P.o.v
"Gardening? Guys, do I look like I want to get dirty? ...and no, Norman, not in that way either." I eyed my partner, who was sitting besides me. He looked visibly shocked, which only confirmed what he was thinking of. "Well, you don't have to, Mr. Sluggard. But I think my girlfriend wouldn't be very pleased if you just layed back and did nothing and we don't want that, now do we?" She gave me a stare, so cold it could probably freeze blood. I know what she's capable of and I'm not going to challenge my odds. "I mean, gardening? Isn't it lovely to plant stuff while hanging out with your best friends?" Well, we're not really pals, but they're not my enemies either. At least five aren't. "If we want to get this done in one weekend, we gotta split the jobs." Melanie obviously already made a list for that, because what else is she supposed to do when she can't sleep? Yes, I'm aware of her standing up in the middle of the night, sometimes meeting up with Henry in the kitchen, who is just as insomniac. "I'm going to buy the things we need, anyone, besides Bendy, wanna join me?" The malewife spoke, unintentionally hurting the others feelings. "B-but Henry!" My former lord sounded like a five year old, which in itself explains why he's not allowed to come with him. Okay, no, that's not it. If you want to hear the full story: Last week he attacked someone, since the person somewhat resembled Joey. So the big bad ink demon got a panic attack. I think the man is in a hospital right now, poor guy. Stein was rather conflicted after that. On one hand, he could understand his boyfriend's doing, however he was also upset at the miserable state the stranger was in afterwards. I actually remember him drinking a whole wine bottle that evening. But, back to the current plot. "No, Bendy. I don't want to make up a whole ton of lies, just because you drew too much attention again." The man words were final. Maybe I should come with him instead? I didn't get to go outside that much lately. I raised my hand, which immediately caused his attention. Damn, his reaction time is just as good as Bendy's. Speaking of which, the inky beast has already accepted his fate. No arguing whatsoever. Impressive. "Yes, Samuel Lawrence?" Henry looked at me like I'm going to fuck up something as well. I mean, did I burn the kitchen a few days ago? Yes. However, I was also the one who stopped the fire from getting into the living room. Okay, I only did that to safe the couch... But still!

Susie's P.o.v
Jeez, how long until the peasant replies? Is he holding an inner argument against the high-pitched screamer from last night? "I'll join you, errand boy~" He gave me a cringed expression as an answer. Unfortunately for him though, my girl noticed. "Come oooon, Henry. She has a really good sense of direction! And I'm sure she'll behave! Isn't that right, mo- Susie?" Oh, I will definitely behave. "Only if I get something in return~" Her face became a little red when I replied. "Sure, anything for you, my love!" Melanie might have kept her cool, but I can change that soon enough. "Susie, stop exploiting your partner for your dirty needs." Oh, the errand boy felt the need to interfere, how rude. "It was a joke anyway..." Mostly. I could never do anything to hurt my little sunshine, but a peck on the forehead should be in it! "Ehem, could I please say something? May I come with you, Henry?" Lawrence was able to shut up for over two minutes? Is he okay? Did Norman spank him too hard yesterday morning? Of course, he could join us. In my opinion, it's always good to have someone around to blame. I'm kidding, that's not my style anymore. "Sure, Sammy. If you promise not to do anything out of the ordinary." I raised an eyebrow, knowing damn well that anal lover was not gonna keep it for a second. I know what I'm talking about, you should've heard him. This dude's kinks go way beyond feet fetish. "I won't disappoint you, Mister Stein." He stood up and possed like a soldier. Typical. The former prophet knows how to pay his respect, a bit overdramatic if you'd ask me. "Good. So what do we need to get Mel, can you give me the list?" Did he brush his teeth before breakfast or is he that excited to have a break from this household? I mean, I couldn't blame him. Mostly being indoors just so the government doesn't imprison and experiment on you kinda sucks. Luckily, this town is rather small. Which is probably the reason why Joey built his stupid studio here. By the way, we finally boarded that place up and put several warning signs in front of it. You know, like 'Danger! Keep Out!' and 'Warning! Enter At Your Own Risk!'. My personal favourite is 'Large Fat Rats Are At Home To This Studio!', it's surprisingly been written by my nemesis. "...and we also need Peonies, they're gorgeous, especially the light pink ones!" I quietly sighed at the tone of her angelic voice, which is able to put a smile on your face, even if the world were to burn. Not as gorgeous as you, Melanie. I thought, standing up and putting my empty tea cup in the sink. Do you think she'd marry someone like me, a woman who's fallen from grace? She always tells me I'm perfect in her eyes, but maybe she's just being nice. She would never do anything to hurt others, because she can't stand the sight of it. Okay, enough from me, back to the plot you've been eager to consume.

Everyone put their plates in the sink and got ready for their individual tasks. Boris had to wash the dishes on that day, which gave him time to reflect. While Melanie went into the basement to get shovels, Henry already put on his brown coat. It was starting to get colder outside after all. "Yo Stein, are you trying to get out without us?!" Sammy yelled, one foot in his boot and his hands searching for a scarf in their wardrobe. "Errand boy, I'll cut you open if you don't wait!" The deranged woman exclaimed, showing off her girlfriend's mauve colored hair shears. She held them out the bathroom door with one arm to demonstrate the potential murder weapon, while the other arm was busy perfecting her black lips. "Woah, woah, woah, calm down! Susie, where the fuck did you get those?" The human didn't like the sight of a pointy object in the angel's - metaphorically - bloody hands and he could've sworn her counterpart locked them away safely, including several razor sharp kitchen knives. "My darling accidentally revealed to me where the box is, besides, I would've gotten them sooner or later anyway~" A childish giggle came from her direction, taking the arm holding scissors back inside. Then the beauty of insanity herself stepped into the living room. "Huh, seems as if the grotesque being has crawled up the toilet and finally found its way to the surface world. How delightful." Mister Lawrence, who managed to get to the front door behind Henry without his notice, made a unrecognisable expression. "Sam, that was cruel, even for you." The man whispered under his breath, running a hand through his hair. "It's fine, it's not like I called him worse~" Miss Campbell felt like punching a hole through the musician, however, that would make it too obvious that they secretly still hated each other to a certain degree. So she just sighed, which sounded weird, considering the fact that half the flesh by her mouth is gone. "Can we go now? Pretty please? Because I really wanna leave..." The human asked, eyeing their new blue clock. The old one broke, that's why they had to replace it.

(Timeskip, because time is a tool- and also location change: The garden, but not of BanBan. Don't pay attention to that piece of trash please, it will only give it more unwanted attention, thank you (⁠ ⁠'⁠◡⁠‿⁠ゝ⁠◡⁠'⁠))

"Phew! This is exercising at it's finest! Norman, can you please hand me my water bottle?" Melanie let her gaze wander over the field, which they had slowly turned into a huge pile of dirt over the course of at least an hour. She was very proud of what they had accomplished. Since Henry, Sammy and Susie went shopping, she decided Polk and Bendy should help her out in the garden instead. They agreed without complaining, which might've been because of her girlfriend's death glare... But she believes they love gardening, just as much as she does. "Uhhhhh, Mel? I think you might want to see this..." Bendy shouted. Melanie immediately went over to him, leaving Norman hanging as she got to her feet. The demon was staring at the twenty or so raven corpses below him in slight disgust. They were half rotten and worms crawled around their hollow skulls like pink yarn. "Sheesh, and just when I thought Susie's face looked gross... no offense." Melanie hardly heard the words. She stood in there shock, a hand over her mouth. It was such a pernicious thing for her, for something so terrible to have happened to innocent animals. She sank to the ground and let inky tears fall from her weary eyes. Bendy didn't really know how to comfort her in this situation. Should he pet her on the back? Say something? Do both? "Ehhh... They're in a better place now, right?" He gave her a half-smile, putting a hand on her left shoulder for support. Idiot, he thought to himself. Melanie's head hung low, her gaze fixated on the despairing sight in front of her. "...who could've done something so awful?" She asked, not the demon next to her, but rather the universe itself. In the studio, seeing a dead butcher gang member or a Boris clone had become second nature. Normal and numbing. She was able to convince herself that they were never alive to begin with. But dead birds buried in the yard of her childhood home? It left a very bitter taste in her mouth. Her body shuddered, wracked with silent agony. After a long moment of silence, Norman decided to come over as well. "Is it really important who did it?" She finally glanced up. "It has already happened, the killer is either miles away - or lives in this neighborhood - but it doesn't make them come back to life. I'm sure they had a fun time, ...while it lasted." Melanie couldn't process the thought of something actually being dead, not because she knew the birds personally, but because they reminded her of what she's lost. "Yeah, I'm sure you're right..." The woman slowly rose up, her knees covered in dirt. "They're probably enjoying themselves in the afterlife..." She gazed up at the afternoon sky, wiping away her black tears. She wasn't able to let go yet, let alone move on.
But she hoped that maybe one day she will.

(I'm sorry, that was cringe at its finest. Here, have some money as a compensation: 💰
Location change: Your Local DIY store, because yes, that's what we'll call it.)

Henry P.o.v
You know, I always wanted to have kids. But now... "THAT'S MY FUCKING HAMMER! I SAW IT FIIIIIIRST!!!" The ink covered child, who I assumed was an adult and an award winning musican, screeched at the top of his non-existent lungs. I groaned. It's been at least half an hour and they still wouldn't stop fighting over one. shitty. tool. To kill time I checked the list yet again, to make sure we really have everything together. "Let's see... Peonies, Astrantia flowers, Flannel flowers, Lavender, Red Tulips, Cyclamens, Purple Hyacinths, Orange Lilies, multiple bags of nutritious soil, grass seeds, seven watering cans-" Three aisles away from me, something broke, and the way it crashed made me suspect it was probably Susie's doing. My hearing is excellent, thanks to once being stuck in a place where it's mostly quiet. "HAND OVER THE DAMN TOOL OR I'LL RIP YOUR ARMS OFF!!!" I'm pretty sure that doesn't hurt him, but oh well... I figured they would come to the checkout eventually and started to head there. During the process, I was able to hear the entire fight. Luckily though, today almost nobody decided to go shopping. Except for ten people, one of them being a Karen. Poor staff manager, he's been busy ever since she stepped into this building an hour ago. "THIS HAMMER WAS CLEARLY DESIGNED FOR WOMAN, NOT SOME TWINK LIKE YOU!!!" Oh, the fallen angel is pulling out the big guns now. How lovely. "YOU NEVER USED A DAMN HAMMER BEFORE, WHY WOULD YOU WANT ONE NOW?!?!?!" That's a question I've been asking myself too, Lawrence. But the better question would be... "AND WHY DO YOU WANT THE EXACT SAME ONE, HUH?!?!?!" Because there are, in fact, several pink glitter ultra-girly hammers with fluffy handles that cost 10 percent more than the regular ones, since they are advertised for people who present themselves femininely. "THAT'S NONE OF YOUR FUCKING BUSINESS, PRUDE!!!" How exactly are they able to play pretend at home? Or back at the studio for that matters? This feels like my uncle's divorce all over again. Then I heard a loud pow coming from their direction. I sighed and stopped the shopping cart. I wasn't in a rush. After all, if they'd have got seriously injured, we could just rebuild them with ink. We actually found that out when Susie decided to blow my husband's arm off with a microwave. Please don't ask. I went to the place of war and as I stepped around the corner, I immediately regretted it. "Henry! That shitty whore hit me with a ladder!" Damn, I should've thought of that. You don't have a clue what watching an animal documentary with him is like, especially about sheeps. "No errand- Stein, he started this fight! I only defended myself!" She sounded very believable, I'll give her that. However, it is as clear as a calm lake that she started this argument. Twenty minutes and a whole lot of unwanted attention from the other customers later, we were at the exit. I gave the cashier one last awkward smile and hoisted the huge plastic bag filled to the brim with flowers over my sore shoulder. Do you wanna know who got the pink hammer? Well, let's just say:
When two people quarrel, a third rejoices.

(Timeskip and location change: The garden.
*insert add for lawnmower*)

Bendy's P.o.v
Guess what? Boris got us some ice cream from the basement! It feels like it's been eons since I last had something cold down my throat- which might actually be true. Everyone is sitting in the dirt, because nobody wants to clean up the mess we'd make if we went inside. Being covered in dirt head to toe is an experience I never got to have in the studio. But now look at me, I'm six feet deep in a hole I dug at the far edge of the garden, right next to the birds. The ice cream I picked was yellow, it tasted like lemons. Speaking of which- "Bendy... what the actual hell are you doing down there? I thought we were gonna get buried together!" The love of my life stood above me, playfully crossing his arms as if he was actually mad at me. I enjoyed the view a few moments more and then chose to stretch out my hand, he immediately grabbed it. Pulling me up seemed to be a chore though, because he struggled several minutes to even get my head from no longer touching the ground. So I helped him by simply standing up, admittingly making him seem like a total fool. Well, at least he's my fool. Heh. "You really like seeing me suffer, don't you?" Henry raised an eyebrow, which was kinda hot- I mean, everything about him really. "Of course, making you sweat is the only thing that keeps me going~" I winked, what he obviously wasn't able to see. Yet he seemed to have sensed it or something. My husband's face became bloody red. "Aww did little ol' me make you flustered?~" He stepped forward and lightly punched my shoulder. "You fucking asshole..." My man whispered, trying to hide his gorgeous smile. "I'm sorry, what was that? I couldn't hear you~" I purposefully leaned in very close to him, basically breathing down his neck. "Y-you're a dickhead..." Dear satan, this dude is so submissive. I gave him a peck on his dry lips, enjoying the warm feeling of his mouth on mine. Afterwards we pressed our foreheads together for multiple seconds before I took his hand and we went back to the others.

(Timeskip, because Charles, over 4000 words for a chapter nobody is gonna read is a bit much.)

Everyone was now off to do their separate tasks, excluding Boris, who stayed inside to watch his comfort show. Henry, Norman and Sammy put the soil and the grass seeds all over the garden area. Susie, Melanie and Bendy's task was to plant all the flowers in the churned dirt. They actually had a lot of fun, despite the hard work. A refreshing experience for the former burnouts of the group. "Why are you so nice to people all the time, isn't that exhausting?" The demon asked, glancing over to the angel's girlfriend. They were sitting besides each other, currently planting red tulips and light pink peonies. "You gotta treat people like you want to be treated. I'm not pretending, I genuinely believe there's good in everybody!" The woman enthusiastically beamed, making more questions pop into the other's head. While those two were having a deep conversation about morality, Sammy and Susie had conspired together and managed to swipe Henry's ultra feminine shovel, eventually causing his protective husband to chase them down in a murderous rage. He was drowning them with the garden hose before Melanie intervened. The demon rolled his eyes as the angel's girlfriend gingerly scraped mud off the screaming angels face, while Lawrence ran indoors immediately followed by his boyfriend. "Another lesson about morality is asking for forgiveness." Bendy didn't seem to like that idea. "I think karma is better." Then silence spread between them, and only the hiccups of the now whining Twisted Alice filled the void. "That wasn't karma, that was excessive revenge... *Sigh* Bendy, you might want to consider getting a therapist, maybe they can help you cope with..." Melanie wiped the last dirt and smeared ink off her lover, who felt the sudden need to join the conversation. "Your anger management issues, your occasional mood swings and especially your PTSD-!" "I DO NOT HAVE ANGER MANAGEMENT ISSUES!" The ink demon roared, and Susie quickly got to her feet. Melanie watched helplessly as her lover dashed away across the lawn, while Bendy continued to rave loudly to no one in particular, how mentally well he was. It took him quite some time to calm back down, and he continued to curse and stab at the garden dirt with his small shovel. Melanie found her voice after a moment. "Hey, Bendy? I think it might make you both feel a little better if you apologised to one another..." And the look he gave her spoke for itself. It was a mix of obvious annoyance, but silent agreement. "But I don't-" "Bendy." "Alright." The ink demon rose up, patting his knees dirt free. "Imma head in. If this doesn't work out, I'll blame you." Then he went into the house's direction, leaving Melanie praying to god they wouldn't kill each other. "Stupid Melanie! Stupid morality! I'm only doing this because I don't want to hear any more damn speeches from her... And she'll tell my husband... Urgh..." The demon muttered on his way inside.

(Location change: The living room because no one's told you life was gonna be this way. 👏👏👏👏)

Susie's P.o.v
"What do you what, my cut off head?" The beast apparently wasn't prepared to get confronted with a verbal accusation, because he just stood there after entering the living room. Smiling. It was pretty unnerving. "You know what, I might as well-" The demon grabbed a washed plate from the sink and without a second thought smashed it on the counter. I jumped, my precious vanilla ice cream bucket nearly falling onto the floor. He didn't do anything after that. He seemed to be fighting with himself, whether or not he should end me. *Siiiiiiiiigh* "You know what, I actually won't. Not today at least." He turned his head to me, who still had an embarrassing amount of ice cream around her mouth. Not very lady-like, I know. "Oh, the big bad ink demon is being generous? How come?" The ink demon appeared to be in physical pain. "BECAUSE-" he snarled, then sharply inhaled. He clasped his hands together so hard his knuckles turned white. "...because, your diddily darn girlfriend told me to. You can thank her for saving your worthless existence." He bared his teeth, probably wanting to snap me in half. "Okay..?" I shrugged, and he smashed another plate. I jumped, and my black dress got to meet my vanilla ice cream. "I'm s... so..." he seemed unable to form the words. "Aww, cats got your tongue-?" "I'M SO FUCKING SICK OF YOU, ALICE!" He finished, and smashed every dish in the sink. Luckily, Melanie came in to intervene just then. "W-what's going on?!- BENDY! THOSE WERE OUR ONLY PLATES!"

(Timeskip to the late evening, because you didn't miss much. Mel ended up lecturing both of them and even stepped up to Susie's bullshit. The crew had dinner that evening, pasta with pesto and some drunk wine to it. You can probably guess who +Melanie. Now we have a location change: The closet I didn't tell you about. It's right next to the kitchen aka under Bendy & Henry's bedroom.)

*Hic-!* The Ink demon's horns perked at the bizarre sound. He strained to catch it a second time. It was coming from the broom closet. Twisted Alice gazed dazedly up at him in response to being discovered. He reached for her throat, but with clumsy coordination, she put the bottle of alcohol into his hand. He hesitated, taken off guard by her easy smile and flushed face. Before he knew what he was doing, he had taken a swig of the bottle. And joined her in the crampt closet. Her shoulder was cold against his as he took another drink. Warmth burned the demon's throat, and he pressed the bottle back into the angel's waiting hand. Two wrongs don't make a right, but at least they can give each other company. The communication wasn't there, at least until one of them decided to break the ice.

"Is it just me, or is Henny the sexist thing alive? He slurred, looking up at the ceiling. "No way! Melanie's waaaay cuter!" She spread her arms to illustrate, doing that she unknowingly hit her seatmate in the face. The slap was so light that neither of the drunken maniacs noticed. Then silence filled the room again, only the sound of Bendy eventually placing the empty bottle on the floor was heard in between. "Y- *Hic-!* you know what? I'm sssso done with insomnia... Stupid nightmares!" "Agreed!" They shared a good laugh and Susie pulled out a new bottle of hopefully just whiskey. "And you know what? *Hic-!* I'm soooo done with hurting my lovers feelings..." The demon turned his head and despite all of the woman's efforts, she couldn't help but burst in tears. "I- I didn't mean to- DON'T LOOK AT ME- I- *Hic-!* I shouldn't be crying. Crying is ugly. Why am I still crying? I don't understand-" She spoke to fast for her own mouth, when a black lanky hand was suddenly placed on her shoulder. "It's okay, calm down and let it out," the other quoted. Bendy learned that sentence from his husband, who had to comfort him many times already. Twisted Alice, who was about to smash the unopened bottle against her head, surprisingly stopped as she heard that. "W-why are you trying to *Hic-!* comfort me?" The demon quickly snatched the whiskey from her shacking hand to open it and down it in one go. "Because, you salty bitch, I know how youuuu feel. *Hic-!* I've hurt his feelings juuuuust as much, if not more. I'm pretty sure *Hic-!* doesn't hate you, now doeees she?" Susie shook her head, then put a hair strain behind her ear. "No, s-she doesn't... And yet I'm wondering... *Hic-!* What if she doesn't love me anymore?..." Bendy put a finger on the bottom of his face, seemingly in thought. "That's bullshit!" He craked up laughing, leaving his counterpart confused. "If she didn't love you, why would she say it to you every day on repeat? *Hic-!* Do you know how annoying it is when she defends you with all her might? I'm pretty sure that's loooove..." That's when the ink demon got sick of sitting on concrete and he rose up, signalising her to do the same. He didn't help her stand up literally. However, metaphorically, he did.