A/N: The big C is mentioned at least twice more in here. The part with the belching is taken from my own life experience when I was told that I shouldn't belch; and yet, I say excuse me. Friggin' hypocrites.
Everyone had gathered at the Feeding Grounds for dinner. Lena was now in a much better mood and began to socialize with other herd members. Topsy was busy munching on a bunch of sweet bubbles and tree stars. He then let out a big belch.
"Excuse me," Topsy said.
"Jeez, Topsy; keep it to yourself," Kosh grumbled.
"At least I excuse myself when I belch or fart; unlike a certain clubtail I know and dislike," Topsy retorted.
Grandpa had to stifle a laugh since although it was true, he did find Topsy's retort to Kosh really funny.
"And another thing; I'm still mad at you for what you did to Lena yesterday," Topsy added.
"Oh come on, who cares about that little cunt-"
*slap*
Topsy had slapped Kosh's hindquarters with his tail a few times in order to teach him a lesson.
"How dare you! Don't make us banish you so soon after banishing Hector! Although I want to; the only minor infraction you committed was referring to Lena by that word in front of everybody; now outta my way fatso," Topsy growled, leaving the area.
"How rude!" Kosh snorted, also leaving the area.
"Tsk tsk tsk; that guy needs a serious attitude adjustment," Lillian claimed.
Mr. Thicknose looked up at the lavender female.
"You got that right, Lil," Mr. Thicknose said.
Lillian looked down at the male in annoyance at the shortened version of her name.
"Please don't call me that; just like with my son, I prefer my proper name," Lillian told him.
Mr. Thicknose nodded.
"I'll remember for next time," Mr. Thicknose commented.
Lillian nodded.
Meanwhile, Topsy was going on a walk to clear his head. He couldn't believe how bad Kosh was acting. Kosh may have been a bully during his youth; but, he has crossed the line more times than Topsy cared to count.
"Can't believe that son of a bitch," Topsy grumbled.
As if on cue, Mr. Thicknose has heard what was going on.
"What's gotten you so upset?" Mr. Thicknose wondered.
Topsy took in a few deep breaths to calm down before responding. Mr. Thicknose began to munch on some sweet bubbles since he was hungry.
"Hearing about Hector calling Lena a cunt was bad enough without Kosh calling her one as well; right in front of everybody; I'm pretty sure the children have heard," Topsy explained.
Mr. Thicknose hated that word with a passion; but, he didn't let it get under his skin since he noticed that Topsy was angry at Kosh.
"It's nice that you're looking out for Lena; she hasn't been here for long and she's already got two enemies; well, one was banished for being a douchebag and hitting Littlefoot for speaking up for himself," Mr. Thicknose said.
"You know she's only got her mother? She has a brother, too; but, she's still just a teenager; I imagine she might have grandfathers and maybe a few uncles who could be possible father figures," Topsy claimed.
Mr. Thicknose nodded.
"I'd like to show that shit-for-brains Kosh a thing or two-"
"I understand you don't like Kosh; but, name calling; and using that kind of language, I just don't like it; my formerly alive bullies from my youth used to call me shit-for-brains for no apparent reason; that's why I don't like it," Mr. Thicknose explained.
Topsy nodded.
"You know me too well; I do have a foul mouth; but, not to the extent of Hector and Kosh," Topsy claimed.
Mr. Thicknose nodded.
"All right; but, try to watch your language; especially around the little ones," Mr. Thicknose begged.
"Okay; I think Kosh needed this lecture more than I did; and while you're at it, please make sure to remind Kosh to excuse himself whenever he burps or farts; he called me out on it for belching even though I excused myself; he's such a hypocrite," Topsy explained.
"All right, I'll try; but, you know how stubborn he can be," Mr. Thicknose said.
Topsy nodded as the two males parted ways.