"Yo Doc, can you toss me a Faygo?"

Doctor Who sighed, "Chap, I've told you many times, I don't know what that is."

Homestuck groaned. "Well, how about apple juice?"

"That I can do." Doctor Who grinned, handing the other fandom a juice box.

"Awesome." Homestuck muttered, opening the box with some difficulty and chugging down its contents.

"Remind me, lad. What is it that's got you down?"

"I can't tell you." Homestuck replied shortly. "But I have a question."

"Go on."

"What do you do when... you need someone to do something, for the good of everyone, but... it's a thing they won't like, and you don't want to hurt them, but its the only way?"

The scarfed fandom blinked, searching Homestuck's gaze for a few seconds, as if trying to find the right words to reply. "Ah... that sounds like a real problem, chap..."

"Thank you, that really helps a lot."

"Well, that's what I'm here for." Doctor Who chuckled, then sat down next to Homestuck.

"Look," he said "If it's for the greater good, I'm sure they will understand."

Homestuck met his eyes, lingering for a while. Then he sighed. "I hope you're right."

-:-:-:-

"Supernatural I highly advise you stop dragging mud onto my carpet." Sherlock tossed the pair of boots outside with a huff before returning to the couch.

"Hmm? Oh, yeah, sorry Sherly." The winged fandom grinned, returning from his thoughts.

"I've told you countless times not to call me that." Sherlock sighed.

"Oh come on, you know you love it." Supernatural smirked, before turning to gaze off elsewhere.

"You seem awfully distracted. Something on your mind?"

"Just... hunting stuff. You know." Sherlock kept staring at the other fandom before shrugging.

"Alright. By the way, didn't Hetalia say he was dropping by?"

"Did he?" Supernatural perked up and Sherlock smirked to himself. Checkmate.

"Oh, not sure. I'd have to check with him."

-audaciousDetective [AD] began pestering nationsUnited [NU] at 3:24 PM-

[AD]: So, how long has it been then? -SH

[NU]: Hey Sher! :D

[NU]: How long since what?

[AD]: I believe you know what I am referring to. -SH

[NU]: Uh

[AD]: How long have you and Supernatural been an item? -SH

[NU]: Oh that!

[NU]: It happened not very long ago actually!

[NU]: A week or two maybe

[NU]: How did you know?

[AD]: I deduced it. -SH

[AD]: It was obvious, really. -SH

[AD]: I knew Supernatural was fond of you already. After that his recent, ever so annoying blissful behavior made it an easy leap. -SH

[AD]: He can't keep focused for one second. It's maddening. -SH

[NU]: Oh, heh

[NU]: Youre not going to tell Homestuck are you?

[NU]: Oh please dont!

[AD]: Not to worry, I have no intentions to... gossip. -SH

[AD]: I simply wanted to know if I had deduced it correctly. -SH

[AD]: He is at my flat right now if you wish to stop by. -SH

[AD]: I can perhaps make a quick trip to the store and leave you both alone for a while. -SH

[NU]: You would do that?

[AD]: I don't see why not. -SH

[NU]: Oh grazie Sher!

[NU]: Danke danke!

[AD]: Yes, yes, you're thankful, I understand. -SH

[AD]: You don't have to say it in every language. -SH

[NU]: :3

[AD]: Don't make that face at me. -SH

[NU]: :|

[AD]: Better. -SH

-audaciousDetective [AD] quit pestering nationsUnited [NU] at 3:46 PM-

"By the way, what's with this scar here? Wasn't there before, I think..." Homestuck blinked, lifting his arm. The long dark scar was somewhat fresh, and even with his thick troll skin it hadn't yet disappeared.

"Oh, well, you see there were these guys..."

"You got into another fight?" Doctor Who raised an eyebrow. "Good lord, chap."

"I couldn't prevent it!" Homestuck said defensively, crossing his arms. "They attacked Hetalia!"

"Those pesky bullies again?" The scarfed fandom made a "tsk tsk" sound. "The blokes never learn, do they?"

"I don't know, Doc. It's getting pretty bad. Those fuckers just get more and more violent. And daring."

"I have to agree with you there." Doctor Who began fiddling with his sonic screwdriver absentmindedly "I'm beginning to grow worrisome for the well-beings of every fandom. If things keep getting worse with these apes..." He trailed off, and Homestuck simply nodded.

"Yeah, but I guess until then w-we just need to..." Homestuck paused, looking confused as his voice faltered "We h-have to..."

"You alright, Chap?" Doctor Who looked concerned, reaching over. Homestuck tried to reassure him, but his throat felt tight. He lifted a clawed hand to his head as a rush of pain washed over his head, bringing with it an unbearable dizziness. Homestuck hissed, shaking his head and bringing his other hand to grip at his black hair. He let out a loud growl, doubling over in pain.

"Homestuck!" The other fandom sounded panicked as he rushed over. "Homestuck, are you alright? Hold on! I'll get help!" Before he could grab the phone, Homestuck's hand caught his arm. The horned fandom blinked a few times, hissing a bit as he struggled to his feet.

"N-no..." He rasped, "I-I'm fine."

"You've bloody lost your marbles! You are not fine at all!"

"D-Doc, please... I'm okay..." Doctor Who stared at him, lingering before slowly nodding.

"A-are you sure?"

"Yeah, j-just a headache..." Homestuck shakily lowered himself back onto the couch, the scarfed fandom right next to him to offer support.

"Should I call Hetalia?" Doctor Who asked, raising an eyebrow.

"N-no! I mean, no thanks." The other fandom looked puzzled, but reluctantly turned to go to the kitchen. "I'm going to make tea. Perhaps that will help." With a reassuring smile he stepped into the kitchen, fingers already darting across the mobile to pester Sherlock. Homestuck nodded, smiling until Doctor Who was out of sight. He sunk back against the couch. That wasn't the first headache, but it was the worst so far. Homestuck swallowed, shaking his head and cursing under his breath. It was already starting to happen. He was ending, and the time had come much sooner than he had thought.