Sorry for the delay, I've been really busy. I meant for this chapter to be up days ago, since it's so short. But, it just wasn't happening. Now, review replies:

Lisette: I smacked them on the head for you. XD They got pretty mad, but agreed to come back for the rest of the fanfic. Thanks for the review!

Nari: Don't worry, I know you're nice. XD Well, here's my reasoning: We never see Barty be in love in the books, he never even mentions it. As such, I took it that he'd act different. He would open up. As we saw in flashbacks with Ptolemy, he still has the sarcastic front, but in a softer tone. And as he never hesitates to tell people just what he thinks of them, I figured he'd be honest with Kitty. Also, the conversation he just had with Algus made him even more angry because he assured the afrit Kitty could be trusted. I also thought the Barty seemed like the type to throw things at someone who he doesn't really want to hurt, but does want to unleash anger on. Anyway, that's my thought process, but you are entitled to your opinion as I am to mine. I still like you! Thank you for reviewing!

And thanks yellow14 and DarkMagicWhiteLight for your reviews!

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CH. 8

The next day at the Frog Inn, Kitty did her work lifelessly, just going through the motions. She saw George giving her concerned looks, but he decided not to say anything.

She went home and lied down on her bed, in her work clothes, and didn't actually sleep until hours later.

A week passed and she found she'd lost much of her appetite. George began to question her, but she'd just shrug.

She spent much of the day just sitting and staring at her wall. Occasionally she'd go for a walk just to get air, and would find herself going in circles.

She became pale and very skinny, and altogether lifeless.

One morning as she went on a walk, hands in her pockets and staring blankly ahead, she suddenly found herself on the bridge in the park.

She stopped, looking about. Why did she come here?

She leaned on the railing, watching the creek below. After a few minutes of just standing there, she sat down and cried.

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I was happy to be home, back in the Other Place. Really, I was. Honestly.

But at the same time I didn't feel happy. I felt . . .empty. I guess it was because I really did love Kitty. But Algus was right. I couldn't believe that I'd let myself trust her that much.

I figured it'd take a little bit, but I'd get over her. And then I'd be summoned and find out Kitty had died some years before, and I'd be good.

But right now, it still hurt so bad.

I know, incredibly short. Sorry. Please review anyway!