If you remember seeing Life Of An Abused And Kidnapped Octoling, you'll know that Bridgett made a cameo in the second to last chapter.
Today, I'm gonna make a two-shot after being inspired by Vian's latest video of Bridgett's slight return. :D
Note that NONE of my OCs are gonna be in this one. Just Vian and Bridgett. And of course, the canon characters.
But here's the first part. Enjoy! :)
Team Teleportation has officially won the latest Splatfest. And by popular demand, Vian, a sea urchin/squid hybrid, made a recent video to get back some views. He knew there was only one way.
Back in June 14th, 14018, Vian came across an Octoling who was stuck in the Deepsea Metro. Since she had amnesia, Vian decided to call this Octoling "Bridgett".
She hated the name at first. But as she went through the tests, she stuck with it, since she had Vian, Pearl, and Marina by her side.
If there's one thing that Bridgett loves, it's boxes. She's seen a lot in the Metro, so she sees some in Inkopolis Square at times.
Even though Bridgett is a teenage Octoling, she has the mentality of a child. She always likes to goof off and tick people off at times. And she even likes to "cephaloparty" (I know it was originally squid parties, but octos joined in too, you know).
When moving to Inkopolis Square, she got to try out a lot of things. She did Turf Wars, Ranked battles, and going on small vacations and tours.
Specific tours were at New Albacore Hotel to stay by the pool, she went to Wahoo World with Marina to have some fun, and she went to Shellendorf Institute with Pearl to learn some history.
And Bridgett loves those two a lot.
When she first moved in, Vian offered Bridgett to stay with him. She accepted, since he was one of the people who helped save her from the underground.
After Bridgett tried Tower Control for the first time, Pearl and Marina wanted to let Bridgett stay with them. Vian did so since sometimes, Bridgett drives him insane.
But Vian's viewers weren't happy with this situation, even after all the QAs she participated in. So now, she just cameos in a small anount of Vian's videos.
Vian decided to have Bridgett back for one match of Turf War. And she was pretty happy to see Vian again.
But during the match, Vian wasn't in the mood. Even before, Vian was being incredibly mean and abusive to Bridgett. Not physically... but emotionally.
Near the end of the match, Vian said to Bridgett:
"Go kill yourself."
And when the timer went off, Vian said in disgust:
"You're a mistake."
Bridgett didn't really mind the rude remarks, since she knows Vian gets annoyed with her at times. Well, at first.
But when she was returning back to her home with Off the Hook... the words gotten deep into her head.
She knew that Vian was serious this time. Does he really hate the young Octoling now?
*scene: Off the Hook's apartment*
Bridgett opens the door, a bored look on her face while holding onto her Hydra Splatling. As she walked in, she threw the heavy weapon on the ground. She has used her strength to carry that thing.
"Hi, Bridgett! Welcome back!" Marina greeted as she walked over to her.
"Momina." Bridgett said with a small smile. She has gotten used to calling her that since the Squid vs Octopus Splatfest. Now she really looks up to the older Octoling.
"How was your day with Vian earlier?" Marina asked. Bridgett lowered her eyebrows and frowns. She also wasn't fond of talking, only saying a couple words for each sentence.
"Oh. I guess it wasn't as good as you thought." Marina assumed, looking concerned.
"No.." Bridgett mumbled.
"Okay," Marina said, "If you want to talk about anything, Pearlie and I will be there for you. You know that, right?"
Bridgett nods.
"Kay. Well, we're preparing dinner right now. So you can do whatever you want right now. We'll call you when it's ready." Marina responded.
Bridgett stays silent, then she walks away without a word. She didn't even bother to smile, or give Marina a hug. Marina was now even more concerned.
She had a feeling that something was wrong with Bridgett
*15 minutes later*
Bridgett stared at her plate, which had dinosaur nuggets, broccoli, and a small anount of fries.
But instead of eating, Bridgett just kept on poking her food with her fork.
Marina and Pearl were very aware of this suspicious behavior.
"Bridgett? Aren't you hungry?" Marina asked. Bridgett stares at Marina for a couple seconds before going back to her poking.
"Dude, something is up with ya. Tell us what's your problem." Pearl said.
"Urchin..." Was all that Bridgett said. The box-loving Octoling heard her stomach grumble. She just sighed after hearing it.
"What were you doing with Vian?" Marina questioned.
"Turf." Bridgett replied.
"Aw, that's it? You know that you love Turf War!" Pearl exclaimed.
"No party..." Bridgett mumbled.
"Oh. Sorry to hear that." Marina answered.
"Your food is getting cold. You might as well eat now." Pearl suggested as she began chowing down on her own food, being rice and beans. And Marina was having the same thing.
Bridgett sighed again. Even after her bad match earlier, she had to try and let it go.
As Bridgett was eating, she kept on mumbling "urchin". Of course, the idols knew that was how Bridgett refers to Vian as. But hearing it over and over was really causingn some problems.
"Hey, can you STOP mumbling?" Pearl asked, very annoyed. She got a glare from the young Octo.
"Hmph..." Bridgett huffed. She then went back with eating, ignoring the two.
"Bridgett, can you please tell us what happened? I know something is bothering you." Marina pointed out. The sunlight from one of the nearby windows was shining down on the gray floor.
"No." Bridgett answered.
"Bridgett. Tell us. You can't just bottle up your feelings after something that happened." Pearl said sternly.
"Quiet." Bridgett exclaimed.
"Calm down, Bridgett," Marina responded in a more softer tone, "Just take your time to think, and when you're ready, go and tell us. Pearlie and I just want to know-"
"QUIET!" Bridgett screamed as she slams the table, laving a small bruise on her fist.
"My cod! Calm yo-self!" Pearl yelled.
"Bridgett... it's okay. We're just trying to help you." Marina said, more quieter.
"Momina no help!" Bridgett ranted as she walked away from them.
Marina opened her mouth to speak, for Bridgett to come back, but it was too late.
An issue was happening, and the idols don't know what.
*later that night...*
Bridgett was laying down on ber bed, the sheets over her body. Well, it was chilly for her since she wears a crop top almost every day.
But the poor Octoling was wide awake. She was thinking about the words that Vian was telling her.
"Turn around, and quit wasting my time."
"Quit whining! It's not like you have any bones to break."
"You need to have more fun, you brat!"
"What are you doing?! You useless child!"
"Stop trying to fight them, BRAT."
"Get out of my sight!"
Bridgett knows that Vian said many things to her before. She knew Vian can get annoyed with her, but she knew this time...
Vian actually meant it, in her eyes.
"Urchin hate me...?" Bridgett asked herself. Vian was never this mean to her before. What made Vian this way? Was it a bad mood? Tiredness?
Bridgett lays down on her side, and closes her eyes to try and sleep. But she wasn't even close.
Bridgett felt some tears form in her eyes. Which never happened. Bridgett was always a tough Octoling, despite her childish actions. She has never broke down like this in her life.
"Urchin hate me?" Bridgett kept on mumbling that sentence every few seconds. And her voice was breaking each time she did so.
At least the poor Octoling hasn't broke down.
literally 5 minutes later*
Bridgett cannot sleep. Not after everything that happened. Not just Vian... but Off the Hook as well.
"No belong." Bridgett said. She climbed out of bed, and then changes into her regular clothes: the Octoling armor.
She exited her room, to see the rest of the rooms are dark. They must be sleeping.
Bridgett looked both ways before walking to the entrance door, and leaving the apartment.
*10 minutes later*
Some Inklings were still walking around the Square at this time. Maybe it was their energy from Splatfest coming in to the next days.
Bridgett was nearby the alleyway, near the Metro where she escaped from.
"Urchin..." Bridgett walks to the window to the cafe. But no one was there. Not even Spyke was there.
Bridgett sighed. It seemed that talking wasn't gonna do the trick.
"Aw, what's the matter, Octoling? Feeling down in the dumps?" A voice asked. Bridgett looked behind her, and sees who exactly was talking.
The person was... what is assumed to be an Inkling. He has pointy ears, and the markings around the eyes that all Inklings have.
This Inkling had completely red eyes in the shape of stars, and had white skin. Along with a red and black jester hat, black shoes, and circus clothing with tthe same colors as the hat.
So personally, this guy is a jester.
"Who?" Bridgett asked.
"Ah, glad you asked! The name's Raster! Raster the Jester!" The guy chuckled. He walked closer to the Octoling.
"See, the word "raster" is a physics term," The jester explained, "A term which explains that two parallel lines, in a pattern, form an image that is displayed on a screen."
Bridgett seemed annoyed at this guy's happy attitude. Does it seem forced?
"Now, what's your name supposed to be?" Raster asked.
"Bridgett."
"Nice name! It feels like coming from an angel itself!"
"Quiet."
"And you're sassy also! Wow, and this day couldn't get any better!"
"Ugh..." Bridgett groaned.
"Now, you must've been having a bad day. One of your friends was being mean to you, eh?" Raster assumed. Bridgett was surprised. How did this guy know the situation.
"Urchin hate me." Bridgett said.
"Well, how about you come with me? I have the best thing to chceer youup! To turn that frown upside down!" Raster cheered. Bridgett stayed silent, waiting for another response.
"See, I make shows. But I will need a participant. And Octolings are the only participants I look for. I always search for many to join in my show! All I need is their help for it to be complete!"
"Show?" Bridgett questioned.
"You'll find out. For now, come with me, and you will see what I'm talking about." Raster answered, and began to float in the air. Bridgett was in awe.
As the jester floats away, Bridgett followed him to find out more about this show.
*the next day, 8:30 AM*
Vian is inside the cafe, looking at the screen on his computer. Once again, he is editing another video.
"If only these guys can stop spamming. I only decide what is made." Vian said to himself. The door bursted open, leading to Vian's confusion.
"Vian!" It was Marina. And she looked very worried and scared.
"Oh. Hey, Marina." Vian greeted bluntly.
"Vian, listen. I need your help with something. It's about Bridgett." Marina said.
"Ugh. Marina, we know Bridgett isn't coming back in my videos. To the viewers, she's dead unless I say so." Vian exclaimed.
"No, you don't understand! Bridgett is missing!" Marina cried. Vian's eyes widened upon hearing that.
"Excuse me?" The urchin nearly yelled.
"Well, I was walking up to her room to tell her that breakfast was almost ready, but then she wasn't there," Marina explained, "I looked everywhere, and even told Pearl! But she's nowhere to be found! Please help me with this, Vian. I know it was rough for the two of you, and the two of us. But please. Please. Help me with this."
"Okay, Marina. I'll help you with this." Vian said as he got up.
"Oh, thank you so much, Vian!" Marina yelped, relieved that she was able to get his help.
"I think I might know where Bridgett might be." Vian said. And the two began to make their move.
Author's Note: And that's the part one of my Bridgett two-shot! Also, if you're wondering about Raster... he is an Inkling. But got some power in some way. The next part will show a little backstory from him. ;)
Unfortunately, this is he only story he's gonna appear in. So don't expect him to meet my OCs. Can't wait to make this next part for the fellow audience. :p
But that's my offer for today. Stay Fresh! :D