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Was that Basil in the back of the car? It definitely was from what Kel could tell. Polly opened the door and flashed a quick smile at him. Are you here to see Basil? Kel thanked Polly and entered the flower-filled home. Gonna have to pass here but definitely another time!

How was the hospital? Basil gave Kel a gentle smile before replying. Just take things one step at a time. Basil chuckled, ignoring the fact that ideal was nowhere near a big word. He just felt relieved that he and Sunny could finally find peace in their dark situation.

He hoped that Sunny would be able to successfully start over in the city now that neither of them were being held back by Something. The two boys spent the next hour talking about their future plans before Kel had to leave for dinner at his house.

Once Kel got back to his place, he hesitated. Sure his mom would be a little annoyed that he was late for dinner but maybe it was worth it for the answers. What are you doing just standing out there? Now get in here before the food gets cold!

The Final Chapter of Act 1. Family dinner time for all our characters. She entered her house pretty late because she decided to work on a few practice swings with her bat in the backyard for a while.

She was gonna need some brushing up if what Kim told her was true. Aubrey walked past her mother, still watching whatever garbage was on TV as usual and climbed up to her room. Bun-Bun greeted her happily as Aubrey took her out of her cage and gently stroked her. This was interrupted by the sound of a muffled pounding coming from the floor. Probably the result of her mother throwing the heaviest thing she could chuck without damaging the furniture at the roof, which was generally the signal for Aubrey to go and make some food for them.

She sighed and after putting the adorable bunny back into the cage, she walked downstairs to see whatever there was to throw in the microwave. The only thing that caught her eye was a medium sized frozen pizza. Nothing wrong with having pizza twice in one day right? She took the pizza out of the freezer, thinking to herself how much she really needed to get out of there one of these days. Despite the circumstances, Hero felt pretty proud of himself right now.

The love of his life was accidentally killed by her own brother but he was able to muster up some semblance of forgiveness He should probably get on that soon, especially now.

He did promise to help his mother with chores back when he and Kel were hanging out with Sunny. He walked over to the kitchen while Kel was monologuing to their dad about everyone in America having a cheese drawer in their fridge or something.

He arrived in the kitchen just in time because then Sally started wailing. Great thanks! She was just a baby. A well of untapped potential. She could grow up to one day be the most important person in America, or she could make a horrible mistake that causes her to to end up almost throwing her life away from guilt.

He would make sure to help Sally become a great person as she grows up. Hero needed to be the one she looked up to as a role model and a great older brother. Hero would be brave for her. He would be brave for everyone he loved. The future was as unpredictable as ever but he was certain about one thing.

He wanted to help people one day. As a doctor, a brother, a friend, and… a hero. Hero thought. When Sunny got home, he was greeted with silence. A beige sofa, a large shelf, and a television sat in the middle of the living room where the lawn chairs sat the night before. He looked down to see a white Pomeranian jumping cheerfully against his leg.

A dog? Where did this come from? Suddenly Adelaide came rushing into the living room. Sorry about that by the way. Sunny always saw himself as more of a cat person but never actually had any problems with dogs. Sunny bent down and pet Borfy gently with a slight smile. He hates it when Borfy gets on the couch because he sheds'' Adelaide whispered to him. Sunny sat down on the sofa with his head resting in his knees until he heard footsteps down the stairs.

Borfy knew what it meant and immediately jumped down onto the floor before going right back to sleep. His father walked into the room and sat down at the dinner table. Sunny got up and sat down at the table, glancing awkwardly at his father as the plates full of steaming hot food was set down on the table. Steak and mashed potatoes with a side of broccoli.

He began to wonder where his dad was that morning. Sunny had almost mustered up the courage to ask what he was up to today until a voice stopped him. Omori was backed up against a wall across the table from him, staring judgingly.

Sunny nearly choked on a piece of the steak. Sunny felt a bead of sweat run down the side of his face. He nodded. Was he really that nervous? Can't you see that? He knows exactly how much of a murderer you are. If you really wanted him to feel as good as he possibly can in a situation like this, you would stay away from him as much as possible.

He flashed back to the axe hitting the tree. Stay away… You are not my son… those words, despite being uttered 4 years ago still cut as deep as the knife Omori would wield. Sunny thought to himself. Omori walked away, knowing in his heart that his job was done for now. Hope you enjoyed reading Act 1 of Sunset in a Faraway Land! With this being the final chapter of the act, you should expect the next act very soon! Maybe it'll be there by the time you're reading this too!

Once again, thanks for enjoying this! It's just getting started! Welcome to the beginning of Act 2! This act comes with a bit of a tone shift but even so, it's my favorite act so far as of right now and I hope you'll all find enjoyment out of it as well. Sunny came to lying on his back. He felt 4 hands clutching at his helpless body trying to move him around.

Where was he going? Where were they taking him? Who was holding him? Suddenly, the mysterious hands gently placed him on the ground. He saw the base of a tree and some grass. This felt all too familiar to him. He could hear a distorted voice nearby. He could hear a thud, followed by the sound of a rope being tightened.

Sunny could not move or speak but he silently pleaded for them to not do it. He cried. He screamed. But it was for naught. Suddenly he felt the hands over his body again. They sat his body up and he could see a pair of hands bringing a loop closer to his head. Sunny was filled with an agonizing amount of fear, knowing there was nothing that he could do and knowing exactly how this story ended.

He woke with a start, drenched with sweat and tears streaming from his eyes. Just a dream. A dream. What was once his method of escape was becoming a place even worse than the real world. A familiar knocking sound pounded at his door. He could hear the door open and muffled voices.

Sunny climbed out of bed and walked down the stairs. Sure enough Kel was standing in the doorway with his trademark grin, talking to Adelaide. When Kel saw Sunny, his face became one of surprise. You never actually left town. Sunny nodded. Feel free to come in! Would you like some tea? Or maybe some apple or orange juice? Those two fruit vending men really know how to sell a product! They both seemed to have similar outlooks on life. It was almost admirable how carefree they could be at times.

As Kel walked by, he grabbed Sunny by the shoulder. Kel chuckled as if Sunny was making a joke. I mean, just one look at you and anyone can tell just how out of shape you are!

Speaking of which, your babysitter or whatever told me you were just asleep. Where are the jammies, man? Sunny shrugged. Sunny always had a decent sense in fashion. He could remember times as kids, where his friends or Mari would ask for his approval on the clothes they picked out at the store.

He never really dressed very flashily or fashionably because he figured the less attention he got, the better. Just underwear. How rare! I feel honored! Now get ready. After finding out that all of his non-polo shirts were far too small for him, he settled on his usual style of shirt, minus the sweater vest and some grey sweatpants that actually did fit him.

Kel and Sunny left the house after a few minutes of Kel chastising Sunny for his lackluster clothing variety. As the two boys strolled down the sidewalk, Kel turned to Sunny. A tutor or something? You were always smart, even after not going to school for a few years.

How is he? Or at least he thought he was lying. Just like the day before, his dad was nowhere to be found in the house. Sunny changed the subject. Kel thought to himself for a second before answering.

Run a few laps and stretch a little. When they got to Faraway Park, they were greeted with a familiar face. Well, familiar to Kel at least.

The blonde haired Jock stopped his exercise to greet Kel. The two did the manliest embrace Sunny had ever seen before Jay turned to Sunny. Thought he could use some exercise, so here we are!

Care to join us? You wanted to be on the basketball team at school right? Jay was clearly just as confused as Sunny. Play volleyball on the beach. A slight giggle sounded from behind the fence nearby. Right next to them, sat the girl with the light blue hair, Cris. I just thought your pseudoscience lesson was a little humorous.

Everyone knows light bounces off stuff! I memorized that in class! Jay started panting heavily. Cris, you should go with him. You know how easily he gets distracted! Jay fished out a wad of cash from his pocket and handed it to Kel before dragging a surprised Cris from behind the fence and pushing them together.

I think I might die from exhaustion! You two are the only ones that can do this, got it? You kids have fun! Shortly after, the bushes nearby began to rustle and out hopped The Maverick Did he get scared or something?

Jay put a hand on his shoulder, wearing a look that could only be described as pity. Everyone does in their own ways The Maverick cackled. He tried to play it off with a show of confidence to hide the fact that he found genuine romance a lot harder than paying off girls to pretend to care about him. I have to turn them all down because I have my eyes set on the real holy grail. That holy grail, being our lovely leader Aubrey of course! Only then, will my pilgrimage of irresistibility be complete.

He had yet to understand that this is what the feeling of a competitive jealousy was like. Just save it for later ok. But not because you told me to. I was supposed to be here on a mission and got a bit distracted anyways. What kinda mission? See ya losers! Sunny flew back and fell on his butt, rubbing his temple. Kel and Cris were hurrying down the sidewalk, both holding plastic bags that were filled with way more stuff than necessary. Are you alright? Kel ran over to the vending machine and started shoving coins in the slot.

Who wants some Orange Joe? The rest of it ended almost exactly as it did the previous week. Aubrey: We still on for tomorrow? Same place as last time right?

Aubrey: ofc! But hang on back it up for a second. Kel has a crush? Aubrey: Yeah! Dude how far back are you in time? Sunny: I guess not. Sunny and Aubrey hang out and it gets pretty fluffy. Kel had been through quite a few unorthodox situations recently but this was definitely up there.

Earlier that day he was out running errands with Hero and minding his own business when he was approached by Angel, Charlene, and The Maverick. But nope! Radio silence. She seems to trust you nerds pretty well. Maybe you can be there to take the punch for us if we see here doing something really secretive maybe? Kel was annoyed at how the three kids were blatantly using him for their own gain.

He sighed. Was he really gonna do this? Sunny had arrived at the hangout spot a bit earlier than the originally planned time. He was fine with it though because it gave him some time to think.

What was he even doing here? What did Aubrey want to talk with him about? Everyone will be there. Probably not. Hero would probably be the one most suited to organize something like that. Soon, also early, he heard the bushes rustle and in walked Aubrey. Mari… Aubrey really loved Mari to the point where she would even occasionally own clothes that would remind Aubrey of her. Sunny tried to shake off the pit in his stomach as she approached.

She was carrying around a small purse and her hair looked slightly silkier than usual too and was that With how formally she was dressed, Sunny felt a little bit embarrassed to be wearing his usual style of attire. Why was Aubrey dressed like that anyways? Sorry about that.

She sat down in front of him in the grass. I mean think about it, he was willing to let you live with him again. No matter what, his dad hates him. Especially when her killer was right in front of her. Aubrey was happy for him in a way. I guess I do owe both my parents one thing though. Sunny nodded, giving her a supportive smile.

Try to patch things up with him or just avoid him. All he ended up doing was smiling and petting her on the head. It may have been summer time, but Sunny still felt unusually warm. After that was said and done, Aubrey and Sunny decided to chat about whatever else was on their minds for a while until the sun had fully gone down.

Kinda like signing a cast or something. Just a way for people to know we still care and all that. Aubrey reached into her purse and took out a small marker. Sunny wondered what it was that she was writing on it. Maybe it was a joke that only they would get? Maybe a secret message that would send him and the others on a wild goose chase around town looking for treasure. Maybe she was just drawing a little doodle.

Sunny thought to himself that he was probably just overthinking it. All done! Sunny could almost swear Aubrey was slowly getting closer. Eventually their lips met in the middle.

Did Aubrey just kiss him? He had no idea what to do in this situation. There was one time as a kid where Basil had given him a quick peck just for the two of them to know how it felt but this was different somehow.

I just thought that was long overdue. Sunny figured at that point that whatever shade of red he was would have to be classified as a new color. Never change that. She had even given me a few tips on how to talk to you way back when… I never really had a chance to try them out though. Aubrey, who had already started walking away, turned back toward him. No objections here. On two hooligans had bothered to show up to the meeting so far and only because they both lived there already.

Kim thought. Her irritated train of thought was interrupted when her older brother, Vance halfheartedly walked into their room. Maybe some candy will make you feel better. Kim remembered it just like any other day. One day at school, she saw Aubrey who had recently dyed her hair pink.

Apparently a lot of male classmates tried hitting on her after she first dyed her hair so she was already in a bad enough mood messing with the blonde haired flower boy Basil. Basil was as usual pretty pissy about it but it got a chuckle out of Kim. After about two weeks of Aubrey playing her pranks, Basil got tired and told a teacher about it, causing Aubrey to get suspended for two days, which upset Kim.

Nothing ticked her off more than a snitch. After the school day, Kim and Vance went looking for Aubrey and eventually found her sitting by herself in the park. Aubrey was it? Aubrey turned to her, tears welled up in her eyes. It was pretty funny huh? Absolutely ruined them all. Kim sat up, invested in the situation. He totally deserved it. Aubrey gave her a warm smile and nodded as Kim's grin got even wider. Get your camera and take this photo for us will ya? As soon as the door was unlocked and the knob was turned all the missing hooligans minus Aubrey tumbled in.

Stand down, plebeian! Kim was both amused and in disbelief. The knife kid Sunny? The same one who hardly spoke and pulled a knife on her?

I mean she was hanging out with those two last week too, so is she dating them too? On the list of things I expected to mess with our plans, this was nowhere near the top! Kim turned her focus to the two brothers. Kim took a deep breath. The problem is the timing. A few days ago we got a call from the Somora Town gang announcing for the third year in a row that they were gonna come again.

This is serious! Real stakes here! You should be thanking us. Especially me! Hero interrupted. I was hoping things would be different when I came back from college this year, but I guess that's just wishful thinking. Thanks for at least giving us the heads up though.

The two brothers promptly left the house, leaving the hooligans to think to themselves. Thanks for telling me though. Is there anything we can do about it? Go do something useful. Despite it being night time, Sunny still felt that he had gotten home at a decent time. He had walked all the way home feeling a different kind of warmth. The kind of warmth that continuously numbed everything around it.

All he could feel was his still-racing heart and a tingling sensation on his lips. To his surprise, when he entered his home, his father actually was home this time. I guess it makes sense because he had gotten home later than usual. He just sat in the living room silently watching television. As expected, Adelaide rushed in and greeted him. What was that about? Sunny caught a glimpse of his father in the corner of his eye turning his head back in the direction of the tv.

Was he looking at Sunny? It was probably just curiosity. After dinner, Sunny walked up to his room and hopped onto his bed, feeling just as exhausted as he had every day for the past week. The eyepatch. Well, stranger than usual. Sunny took the eyepatch off of his head and looked down at the writing on the surface.

Sunny put his head in his hands and wondered if he had a fever or he was supposed to be this warm. Did he really let Adelaide see something like that? Woah imagine that guys! This is also the final chapter of Act 2. It may have been short but I hope is was a nice breather from all the sadness and awkwardness of Act 1!

Sunny woke up to the usual sight. The ceiling of his room but it felt different though. Recently, Sunny had felt like he might have started to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Even though the days always started and ended the same way, maybe he could finally start to change the grey portion in the middle.

Every day, he was starting to feel more of a schedule as the days went. If he put more effort into it, he might one day be able to say that his life was even remotely under his control. As he got out of bed, he drowsily checked his phone for any texts and saw that he had two new messages. One from Aubrey and one from Polly. Just wanted to know if you had any plans tomorrow. Was hoping to surprise Basil. Polly: That would be so nice of you Sunny!

Sunny felt bad. He had planned to visit Basil a few days ago, but Kel had derailed the plan by making him exercise all day. At least not at a time around dinner time. With all his messages checked, Sunny walked down the stairs for breakfast. Look at you waking up early Sunny! How responsible of you! The sudden action of hiding the object nearly caused her cup of coffee to all off the table.

Adelaide let out a sigh of relief. Let me go make your dinn-I-I mean breakfast! Her kind nature always made her a little cautious and careful to not say the wrong things, but she seemed like she was a completely different level of timid today. Sunny subtly took a quick peek under the table and saw when Adelaide had made a horrible effort to hide from him. Not too long ago, Basil had given his photo book of all their childhood memories to Sunny as a gift.

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