*last time, Bendy met Henry, Dash's adoptive father, but it turns out Henry isn't the one he thought he is...
This, in turn, caused his rage to flare up, but it was only by a promise to be adopted and cared for, that he calmed down. Dash isn't happy cause she says that Bendy hates her, however Glitch will talk to him about it.
In the meantime, he's on the phone with Boris, talking about Bendy's new living conditions...*
Glitch: ...and about his personal belongings? We can use the transporter I invented.
Boris: alright. You're sure you don't mind adopting him? He can be a handful...
Glitch: it's no problem at all.
Boris: if you say so... where is he now?
Glitch: still asleep
Boris: and Dash?
Glitch: in the toy room or in her box fort
Boris: alright, anything else you need me to prepare for him?
Glitch: no that's it, but I had wanted to ask you something
Boris: what is it?
Glitch: well Dash claims that Bendy hates her for an unknown reason. You know what's up with that?
Boris: it's not just her, it's all kids he hates, but takes his anger out on her. The reason why is because he was bullied by some other kids...
Glitch: but you said he was the one who suggested that you guys bring Dash home
Boris: he knew it was wrong to leave her behind and didn't want it to be on his conscious
Glitch: he did right... so what exactly happened?
Boris: well one day, we all decided to go to the nearest park, cause it was a nice day and Ben was just playing in the sand surrounding the equipment. From what I saw, I think he was trying to make a 3-D version of me, at least the head.
Glitch: quite the artist there
Boris: I think so, but as me and Alice continued to watch him, a small group of kids, like three to four, came over and started to bother him. He was polite at first, then they began to destroy the sand sculpture and beat him up. I chased them off and picked up Ben, hugging him close. Poor thing was weeping. We then went over to a shady tree, after gathering his toys, and had our picnic. That didn't work, as he wasn't hungry, so we just went back home
Glitch: that's saddening... when did you find out he had developed a hateful attitude towards kids?
Boris: a few days later. We were all cleaning up the house, and Ben was out front watering the plants. I was in the kitchen and the only thing I heard was the sound of kids screaming. I ran out front and saw something that looked like Bendy but was at least 5 to 6ft tall... kinda similar to what you had text me about, but he was medium sized according to you. Anyway, I called out to him and he turned to look at me... before shrinking back to normal size and collapsing. I was worried about his well being, but it seemed that whatever that transformation was took a lot out of him. I put him to bed and finished with the chores we both had. Then I told Alice, and she was shocked but didn't know how what to make of it. I think his anger had finally reached it's breaking point and manifested into that other him, cause before this even happened, he was normal. He'd usually whine, pout, or cry.
Glitch: that's interesting...
Boris: here's the kicker though; when he came to, he actually remembered what he did in that other form and he flat out told us that he hated all kids... we didn't push the issue further and left it alone... until Dashie brought it up...
Glitch: well, at least I know the story of why he's like that... maybe I can figure out some way to break him out of that shell...
Boris: you might not have too long before he's back to being his normal self again
Glitch: what do you mean?
Boris: during the time Dashie was staying with us, he was very cold to her, but after a few weeks he started acting strange around her...
Glitch: *raised an eyebrow* how strange exactly?
Boris: there were times where she would be asleep in her crib and he would be watching her quietly from the chair or peeking in her room...
Glitch: if I didn't know any better, I would say he was watching over her
Boris: but she wasn't in any danger
Glitch: I believe it's an instinct he probably has
Boris: could be... but it was weird. I didn't ask him about it or anything
*after a few moments, Glitch felt someone tapping at his leg. He looked and saw Bendy, looking concerned...*
Glitch: hey Boris, hang on for a second. *turns to Bendy* what do you need?
Bendy: I don't like being the *air quotes* "tattle tale", but is Dash supposed to be eating that cake you made?
Glitch: *shocked* oh no! I made that for someone! *gives the phone to Bendy*
Boris: what's going on?
Bendy: I have no clue... all I know is that I woke up and saw Dash on the counter eating on a specialty made cake, and I let Glitch know, cause I wasn't for sure if it was for us or not
Boris: judging by the way he gave you the phone, it must've been urgent. So, how are you holding up?
Bendy: ok, I guess... *sighs*
Boris: what's wrong?
Bendy: I just... feel bad for attacking Glitch... he was only trying to help...
Boris: you did kinda jump the gun thinking he was our Henry
Bendy: I can now see he's not
Boris: so, how do you feel about being adopted?
Bendy: ...weird... this is gonna take me some time to get used to...
Boris: just take small steps. Maybe you should try to make up with Dash
Bendy: I guess... seems like she hates me more... I don't blame her... I've been a jerk to her, when she didn't even do anything wrong...
Boris: well, what made you change your attitude towards her, to the point you seemingly watch her as she sleeps?
Bendy: I knew you were gonna ask me that eventually, considering you've caught me numerous times... remember that day when she told on me cause I told her she would go to h-e- double hockey stick if she didn't leave me alone?
Boris: yeah, I remember. I took away your dessert and gave it to her for that
Bendy: well while you were out of the room, she saw how sad I was and snuck me spoonfuls of said dessert. In her own way she felt bad
Boris: well what about earlier today before you both left? What was that all about?
Bendy: it was a front, except for when I thought Glitch was Henry... I had honestly thought he had come back. My emotions got the better of me though, as instead of asking politely, I kinda... snapped...
Boris: kinda is an understatement...
Bendy: I know...
Boris: well think of it like this Ben, you can get a fresh start and live your life how you want to. Joey's dead and you no longer have to worry about suffering from nightmares about him
Bendy: don't remind me... it's bad enough I had suffered so much abuse from him after Henry got drafted... then Thomas, my second "dad", disappeared without a trace... I sometimes want to call you Thomas or Tom for short cause you remind me so much of him...
Boris: *mentally* if only you knew...
Bendy: then Alice reminds me so much of Allison... she's sweet, caring, and kind... I looked up to her as a mom...
Boris: have you heard from Charley and his pals lately?
Bendy: no and I don't care... Joey told me that when we weren't doing a cartoon, they were really out to do harm to me...
Boris: I don't believe that. Last I checked, they wanted to take you out for ice cream
Bendy: oh sure, so they can poison me!
Boris: Ben, you're overreacting... and plus you and I both know that Joey is a lier
Bendy: hmph, if they really were my friends, then how come they never sent a letter?! All we ever get is bills or the occasional letter from Alice, since she's currently on tour
Boris: they probably dunno where we live. You know after the studio went downhill, everyone went their separate ways. They're probably successful with their own dreams and businesses
Bendy: if you say so...
Boris: well, I gotta go. The next event is starting and don't want to miss it. I'll be sure to come visit and check up on you guys. Have fun with your new family
Bendy: alright... we'll talk tomorrow I guess. Bye
Boris: later! *hangs up*
Bendy: *sighs; looks around* sure is quiet... wonder where they went
*Bendy then decided to explore a little bit of the mansion, looking for his family. He saw some interesting things such as the toy room, which had a bunch of toys in it, including inflatable ones, like a bouncy castle for example.*
Bendy: that looks fun...
*He continues his search and eventually finds them in Dash's bedroom...*
Bendy: oh there you are. I was wondering where you guys had ran off to.
Glitch: you were in a deep conversation with Boris and I didn't want to disturb you. You doing better?
Bendy: a little bit... I just wanted to apologize for my actions earlier... I didn't mean to hurt you...
Glitch: it's alright, besides that was just a scratch. No harm done. *gently pats his head*
Bendy: and Dash, I'm sorry for taking my anger out in you... I hope you can forgive me and accept me as your brother and not a bully
Dash: Okies~
Glitch: well, now that we're a happy family, why don't we go out and celebrate?
Bendy: but what about the food you cooked?
Glitch: we can save it for another day
Dash: where are we going?
Glitch: how about a Chinese restaurant?
Bendy: the last time I went to one was before Alice went on tour again...
Glitch: *picks them both up* Chinese food it is! On the way though, we need to get Bendy a car seat. You're around Dash's height and I'm quite sure you want to look out the window
Bendy: huh... didn't know you had a car
Glitch: truck actually
Bendy: alright... *mentally* who knows maybe this is where I belong...
*So, the three got ready and headed out, first to the store and then to the restaurant...*
End chapter
Author's notes:
So I figured should explain how one part of this AU works... I know those of you who have been following the story so far, you'll notice that certain toons are fused with their human counterparts. Now, in the the game it went horribly wrong, but in this story, they went right and the toons and hosts share the body. An example to tell who's in control is evident with Boris. When he's talking, it's Thomas Connor, but later when someone throws a can of bacon soup or a bone somewhere, that's toon Boris chasing after it. Same for Alice/Allison, except when she's singing it's toon Alice. Just wanted to clear that up
We learn a bit more about Bendy's background and how Joey treated him, which wasn't pretty and well be a recurring plot point
Ink Bendy is the manifestion of Bendy's anger in this AU, but it'll be used later for a better purpose
Alice Angel is a world renowned singer and is often on tour in this AU
Next chapter/episode will take place a month later and will be filler, as it's about Bendy fitting in, then chapter after that there will be OC character introduction~
