Cub: *sad* I miss Tiger. He was gonna show me how to use a bow staff.

Doctor: Yes. It's rather boring without him here. I hope he's doing okay.

?: *jumps through a window* He's fine.

Cub: Who are you?

K: Just call me K. I've been working with your brother and he's doing okay. He just had a few broken bones. He wanted me to give you this. *hands Cub the next chapter*

Cub: It's kinda short.

K: Just post it. And a word of warning. This chapter does have a bit of gay hate.

The sun rose over the town as the moans of zombies echoed throughout. In the cabin, everyone slowly awoke as the sun shines through the window. Blood stained the floor and outside walls from the events of last night. Alexandra started to make breakfast for everyone as they filled the small kitchen area. Moira sat in the living room with James and Connie as they listen to the radio. As the tunes played through the house, Darby went outside for some air. While outside, Darby saw a piece of paper on the windshield of the bus. After a quick once over, Darby ran back in the house.

"Guys, you might want to see this," Darby said tossing the paper on the table. Alisa picked up the paper and read it out loud.

"Dear friends, it actually funny saying that. We only known each other for a day and I'm calling you my friends. But, to the matter at hand, I'm leaving. I was bitten by one of those things and I don't think I can trust myself being around you guys. So, for your safety, I'll be on my own. Who knows, maybe you'll bash my zombie skull in. Well, I better get going. Goodbye. Sign Anthony "Tony" Lakewood."

The room went silent except for the radio as everyone took a second to register what just happened.

"Well, good riddance," Carrie said after a minute. "We don't need a threat amongst us."

"He saves us and you're ready to forget about him," Phooko yelled, "what's wrong with you!?"

"Don't give me that attitude. If Tony wants to leave, fine! I'm not gonna chasing after him!" Soon Carrie and Phooko were in a heated argument causing the rest to hold them back. This did nothing as they began to throw things at each other from across the room. "Why do you even care about him so much," Carrie shouted at the top of her lungs.

"Because I love him!" Everything stop as Phooko held his mouth as to what he just said. A smirk grew on Carrie's face after hearing.

"Oh I see now, you're gay."

"N-No," Phooko stammered

"Yes you are. You freak. Do you really think Tony is gay like you? News flash, he's straight as a board. So listen up you gay bastard, there's no chance in Hell Tony would ever love you. You might as well get yourself bitten as well." Carrie was about to leave the room but Moira grabbed her and punched her lights out. Carrie fell to the floor with a bit of blood flowing out.

"I've wanted to do that for a long time," Moira said cracking her knuckles. Meanwhile, Phooko was in tears as Carrie's words filled his head. Alexandra kneel down in front of him with a look of concern on her face. She tried to talk to him but he didn't want to talk. Lexie sighed before trying again.

"Is this why you asked if I care about him?" Phooko only nodded with his face in his knees. "To be honest, I'm still not sure but I know you love him."

"But he won't love me back."

"You won't know if you don't ask." As they continue to talk, Tyler got a bit impatient.

"Come on! Are we gonna find him or what!"

"What's wrong with you," Paris asked. Tyler shook his head a bit before talking again.

"Sorry I have random burst of rage. I try to control it but it's hard. But I still want to find him. He's cool."

"Yes, I must agree, he is good for some things." Soon the group began to agree until Alisa spoke up.

"Guys, you're missing the big picture here. Tony was in fact bitten. And he could kill us at any moment. If we bring him back we'll have to cage him for our protection. Do you really want to see him in a cage?"

"If it means bringing home to friends then yes," Tyler said full of energy. Alisa sighed before speaking again.

"If you're all in agreement, then we'll search for him. We'll have to make a cage first."

"I know my way around tools, so I'll build it," Moira said in relaxed tone.

""I'll help you," Connie said shortly after.

"Sure you can handle it?"

"My father taught me how to put a V8 engine into a Chevy; I know what I'm doing."

"Okay, everyone grab any ammunition and weapons you need. There's no tell what had happened to our town," Alisa said. Soon everyone was cleaning the house out of food, water, ammunition, weapons and anything else they could use and/or needed for the journey

(Montage: Active)

Lexie was gathering for from the cabinets with the help of Phooko and some bags laying around. Phooko seemed to look much better than earlier as they carried the bags to the bus. Tyler, Paris and Darby carried a few crates of ammunition to the bus. Darby almost dropped his box but Tyler was there to stop it. Darby thank Tyler and loaded the bus. Carrie was still unconscious but James decided to drag her into three bus as well. In the garage, Moira and Connie were working on the cage they reach for the same tool causing their hands to touch. They looked at each other for a second before turning away blushing. Alisa was on the bus looking at a map as she was picking spots where Tony could be.

Day turned to evening as they worked non-stop to get everything ready. They were loading the cage in when a few zombies came their way. The guys quickly eliminated the threat as the girls finished up the the cage. They decided to throw Carrie in the cage for what happened earlier as Paris took the wheel.

(Montage: deactivate)

Everyone sat in the bus as Alisa stood before them.

"Everyone, we need to stay focused. We all know Tony doesn't think we're friends. Well let's prove him wrong. Not only are we going to find him but we're going to do it as friends!" Everyone cheered at Alisa's words as Paris began to drive away from the cabin. As they headed down the mountain, a few zombies got in their way. However, thanks to the bus, along with Darby's newly acquired Beretta Model 38 and Tyler's a hunting rifle, the zombies were no match for the ragtag group of teens.

Meanwhile, in a hospital, dead bodies and blood littered the floor as the sounds of footsteps were heard.

"There has to be a curse, I know it." The source of the voice let out a painful scream before trudging forward. "I better find it fast."

K: And that's why he hasn't been here.

Cub: *thinking* how long is he gonna be gone.

K: Don't know. His injuries left him pretty bad. He's just now gain concussion. Until he returns, I shall fill in for him

Cub: Can you reply to the reviews.

K: I'll do my best.

Review Replies:

Rexlerod-

K: I'm sorry if you feel like your character is getting snubbed by some of the others. Tiger told my it's hard writing your character because he was submitted after the outbreak and as such he couldn't dive into a backstory like the others. But don't feel sorry for your, Tiger just needs to improve.

guest-

K: Are you familiar with the movie Psycho. The leading lady was killed off in the first scene and it's a cult classic. Maybe Tiger wants that same effect.

enarmonios-

K: Like I said before, Psycho and what it did. As for CoD, Tiger has never played that game

Cub: It's true, he's more of a LoZ guy

Little Male Phooka-

K: Relax young one, you're secret is safe. Also, I guess you were right about the confession.

K: Well that's it for now. I'm K

Cub: I'm Cub saying Ciao!

K: And may good fortune fall upon you.

Tiger: I'm not die. So don't get sad. I've been having technical difficulties.