Author's Note: I am doing this to experiment and grow my writing skills, so constructive criticism is much appreciated in what ways I can improve. Also I figure this would be pretty cool to do as a hobby. One thing I might say about my fanfic is it might take a bit to get to the studio because I want to build some background first. Locations of towns/cities and addresses are made up along with phone numbers. That is all I have to say and thank you for reading my note and Batim belongs to Joey Drew Studios and The Meatly. I do not claim owner ship of anything Batim.

Ch. 1- A Desperate Plea :

Date: April, 14, 1961 Time: 9:15 AM

"Please, can you help me find my husband? I don't know who else to turn too," The woman in her early fifties asked Diego de la Garza. She was sitting across from him on a wooden chair with his cluttered desk of papers and files between them while Diego sat on his swivel chair. She was dressed in a 1940s styled green dress and her dark blue eyes peered at him while doing their best to hold back tears. They were currently in his small private investigation office located in a business building.

"That is why I am here Mrs…?"

"Mrs. Linda Stein."

"Yep! That is why I am here Mrs. Stein. To offer my services to those that are in need for answers when the police fail to get answers," Diego paused for a second then leaned forward looking at her asking,

"Please tell me… what is your story Mrs. Stein in more detail?" Linda took a deep breath before answering.

"It was sometime in May of last year my husband, Henry, received this letter from his old boss whom was also his former best friend." Linda then reached into her purse and pulled out the letter extending it to Diego to grab and read.

"I didn't really know Joey Drew personally but there was a couple of times I did bump into him. It was usually when I visited my husband's work place; I didn't like him very much. Sure he had his charm but there was just something behind his smile and personality I didn't trust. Honestly, I don't know why Henry ended up being friends with him…" she then stopped while Diego started to take notes on a note pad of what Linda was talking about.

"I'm sorry," Linda said "I am feeling I'm going off topic."

"Its okay Mrs. Stein," Diego said "What ever you need to say I am all ears. However, If you don't mind may I ask couple of questions?"

"Yes you may Mr. Garza," Linda replied

"What was your husband's work history?"

"Well back in 1918 he served in the Great War in the US army. Afterward he developed an interest in animation and along with a friend he had made, which is Joey Drew, by 1929 to late 1930 he worked as an animator for their company Joey Drew Studios then after that he then freelanced from there. Durning the 40's of course he was drafted into the second world war serving in the army again. Finally, after the war since since 1946 he became a permeant animator for Walter Brothers Studios."

"Wait.." Diego said as his memory jogged connecting former memories from his childhood "You mean to tell me your husband is the Henry Stein!?" She looked at Diego kinda surprised of his reaction.

"The Henry Stein that helped made the first Bendy cartoons?"

"Yes," Linda replied "I am quite surprised you know that? You are a little too young looking to have lived in the 1930s though."

"Well I was born in May, 17, 1932 so technically yes. Well to explain, my father used to own one of those theaters that played films and cartoons. So yeah, I ended up seeing pretty much all of the Bendy cartoons from the latter half 1930s and reruns of the first ones with my father." Diego paused for a second

"Okay but getting back on topic… Mrs. Stein what caused Henry to leave Joey Drew Studios?"

"Joey Drew would have him working days at a time not letting him see me or his children," said Linda as she shook her head

"Henry's job was about to tear us apart also with the Great Depression going around it made things even more worse. Then one day he came back to our home looking very distraught and upset," Linda then paused clearing her throat. Then continued

"He never told me what really happened between them but all I can guess is that Henry finally had enough of Joey's business shenanigans and Joey gave him a choice. Henry choose us over his former best friend and the rising fame that the studio was starting to experience which I am glad he did." Linda finished while Diego looked back down at the letter in front of him. Diego then asked,

"Mrs. Stein do you know what Joey wanted to show Henry at the studio? Also have you tried talking with Joey?" Linda just shook her head and said,

"Honestly Mr. Garza I don't know what Joey wanted to show Henry. I did try to talk to Joey but he just wouldn't talk to me. I believe he is holding back something and I believe he has something to do with Henry disappearing." Linda's expression started to look even more upset

"I've tried the cops. Strangely, they couldn't find anything in the old studio also they didn't get anywhere with Joey too. Yet, at the same time the police were being quite vague with answers then soon they had the city condemn the studio for being too dangerous for people to enter. I believe there is something going on but I don't know what is going on so that is why… I need your help…" Linda's voice cracked stoping her from continuing. She then started to sob.

Diego got up and grabbed couple tissues that were on top of a filing cabinet giving the tissues to Linda and began to console her.

"I am sorry that you are going through this Mrs. Stein and don't worry we'll get to the bottom of this," Diego said as he was standing next to her. Eventually, Diego waited for her to calm down before continuing.

"Here's the plan I will go check out Joey myself and see if I can get anywhere with him. While I do that, you can go home and rest for now because it seems like you have been emotionally and physically drained from searching for answers. I'll call you so we can meet again to discuss the next plan of action. Does that sound good?" In response Linda nodded.

"Good," said Diego "Could you please tell me where does Joey Drew live and your phone number?" He then quickly grabbed his note pad and pencil again.

"He is living in the next town over in Springfield and his address is 295 Birch Avenue. My phone number is 370-5789"

"Okay got it," Diego said as he finished writing it.

Linda then stood up from her chair grabbing her purse with one hand and said

"It was a pleasure to meet you Mr. Garza," while she reached out with her free hand to shake his.

"Well it was a pleasure to meet you too Mrs. Stein," Diego said taking her hand and shaking it "And you can trust me that I will do anything in my power to find the answers you need." Diego then walked Linda out of his office opening the door for her. She exited and said,

"Good bye Mr. Garza and I guess see you next time."

"Good bye Mrs. Stein and likewise." Diego answered back as he closed the door.

Hmm he thought as he walked back over around his desk as he sat down on his chair Let's see what Joey Drew has to say.