Sorry I didn't update earlier, I was on a field trip yesterday...
Anyways, Scottgames teaser has the word never on it. And there are a lot of questions. Let's see:
So is this story going to involve shipping?: Yep.
And what if Kyra takes up the file as Night Guard once the place opens again?: Just wait about... 3-4 chapters and you'll see what's gonna happen once the place opens.
Also will Springtrap go bad near the end of the story?: Maybeeeeeee *evil laughter*... Nah, just joking. I'm not gonna spoiler the end, but maybeeeee... (Ignore the previous sentences - I'm simply being a troll.) :p
No, really, I'm not gonna spoiler what's gonna happen at the end. But I hope it's gonna top the OLHS ending. ;) That's what I'm aiming for.
What are the other nightmares planning?: The same thing they always do - scare the hell out of whatever poor soul they can find.
Is Ruby the new host?: No. And speaking of which, neither is Kyle. Actually, I planned for the host to be somebody unexpected. The Halloween Nightmares ain't going anywhere for a good while.
Anyways, ACT 4 is coming to it's end (TWO MORE CHAPTERS, FOLKS!). Then we can continue with Act 5, which opens the second part of the entire story. I believe you'll be surprised by the Act 4 ending. ;3
Also, when you look at OLHS, this chapter parallels the chapter Happiest Day. Do me a favor and check the following in OLHS, because I was really stunned when I saw that the OLHS next chapter and GO next chapter don't only share the same name, same intro lyrics but also a similar message. ALL PURE COINCIDENCE, I SWEAR! More on that next time!
The songs are No Strings by Groundbreaking, I Got No Time by The Living Tombstone and The Puppet by Gatopaint. It has a bit of everything, but Puppet here, as well as Nightmarionne, play a major role (okay, when you go by how much they talk, not really, but look at the big picture!)
Also, the next two chapters will reveal who the real host/s are/is and how the children managed to remain.
ENJOY!
Night 37: No Strings
I'm misunderstood
You look a little frightened
But I'm not that bad
I think you should
Leave the box alone
So I can get out for good
And scream really loud
Make your heart skip stop and don't you dare turn around
Cause masks
Won't trick me at all
And now I'm out for revenge
Now that the music's gone dead
Now that the music's gone dead
NoW tHaT tHe MuSiC's GoNe DeAd!
*Pop Goes the Weasel Remix*
xXxXx
Kyra was walking down the street with a couple of groceries in her plastic bag and a backpack on her back. It was late evening and she planned to meet up with Sierra, Matt and Emily for their next night raid at the pizzeria.
''So, who wants to bet we'll run into Nightmarionne's gang again tonight?'' Kyra muttered, glancing at her backpack. A black bear plushie with a yellow top hat and bow-tie popped his head out.
''I'm certain about that.'' Nightmare's plush toy form replied.
He returned back, with Kyra feeling some rumaging inside the back. There were a couple of yelps.
''Get your hand out of my face!''
''You're sitting on me!''
''Would ye keep quiet?!''
Nightmare Chica, Nightmare Fredbear and Nightmare Foxy (still in plush form) yelled at each other, though they were quiet enough so nobody noticed it, which Kyra was really glad about. On her way home, she entered a quieter street.
Then she heard steps.
Not daring to turn around, she sped up, the Nightmare Plushies and Plushtrap wondering what was going on.
''Kyra?'' Nightmare peeked out.
There were 3 guys chasing Kyra.
''Ugh, oh… You're being chased!'' he hissed.
''I kinda figured it out by myself. Hold on.'' Kyra quickened her pace.
So did the 3 creepers.
''Try to find a secluded place.'' Nightmare told her.
''What are you planning?'' Kyra asked.
''Just trust me.'' Nightmare told her.
Kyra nodded, quickly hidding in a nearby street. Now she could see that Kyle and two of his friends were following her. She put down the grocery bag and her backpack, hiding it behind her.
''Well, hello there!''
Kyra gulped, frowning as she glared at the trio. Kyle had a smug grin on his face.
''What do you want?'' Kyra asked.
The smug grin vanished.
''You have threatened my girlfriend by sending those letters – what do you think I would want?!''
''I didn't threaten Ruby and I have no idea what you're talking about!'' Kyra yelled back angrily. This was only partially true, but she knew that the best thing would be play the fool.
''Oh, don't lie to me! You've been harassing her all the time!'' Kyle replied.
''So she decided to send her boyfriend and his two friends to… what? Punish me? Are you nuts?!'' Kyra growled. ''You are aware that this is three bulky dudes trying to beat up a girl!''
''A girl who talks and does to much. I haven't forgotten about what you did to me!'' Kyle glared at her. ''I ended up with a broken nose, suspended and my parents grounded me because of you, stupid b*tch!''
''That was entirely your, Ruby's and your friends' fault!'' Kyra replied.
Kyle suddenly pushed her against the wall, Kyra hitting.
''Agh!'' She yelped. Her entire back hurt as she fell down on her knees.
Kyle, Andy and Brian grinned.
''Now, perhaps we should have some fun with her?'' Brian suggested, reaching out for Kyra.
I got no time
I got no time to live
I got no time to live and say goodbye
Suddenly, a black clawed mechanical paw grabbed his arm. Brian rose his head, staring in horror at a black bear with red eyes.
''Wha-what the-?!'' he gasped in terror.
''Surprise, surprise!''
Andy and Kyle turned around, seeing the other Nightmares surrounding them.
And I'm regretting having memories
Of my friends who they used to be
Beside me before they left me to die
''Th-that's a trick! Who are you?!'' Kyle yelled. Nightmare, who was still clutching Brian's arm, tossed him at Kyle, knocking both guys off. Andy stared in horror at the two guys and then at the Nightmares.
''We ain't a trick.'' Nightmare Chica said.
And I know this is
I know this is the truth
Cause I've been staring at my death so many times
''What are you doing?!'' Kyle yelled at Kyra, believing she was still playing a trick on them. Kyra had meanwhile Nightmare Freddy helping her stand up.
''Oh, she ain't doing anything!'' Nightmare Bonnie grinned.
''Aye! But we are gonna do somethin' ta ye if ye don't stop harassing 'er!'' Nightmare Foxy growled.
These scary monsters roaming in the halls
I wish I could just block the doors
And stay in bed until the clock will chime
''So, what are you choosing? Because I think that the numbers are now even and fair.'' Nightmare gave off a psychotic smile.
Kyle, Brian and Andy stared in horror at them.
''LEAVE!'' Nightmare growled, causing them to instantly run away.
So my flashlight's on
And stay up 'til dawn
I've got this headache and my life's on the line
''Thanks guys…'' Kyra winced at the pain in her back.
''Are you okay?'' Nightmare Freddy asked, sounding quite worried.
''I'll be okay. I don't think I broke anything.'' Kyra said, still leaning against the Nightmare Animatronic.
I felt like I won
But I wasn't done
The nightmare repeats itself every time
''Good thing you had us with you.'' Nightmare Chica said. She shook her head. ''This could've ended badly.''
''She still ended up wounded.'' Nightmare Bonnie pointed out.
''I'm fine.'' Kyra tried to stand on her own. ''Just a bit dizzy.''
She still had to be supported by Nightmare Freddy. Plushtrap gave her a questioning look.
Got to keep my calm
And carry on
Stay awake until the sun will shine
''Ugh, we should've reacted earlier and sent those rats walkin' on the plank.'' Nightmare Foxy frowned.
''Really, it's okay.'' Kyra said. ''But I'll have to talk to Sierra about this.''
''Sounds like she's in trouble.'' Nightmare Bonnie said.
''You have no idea.'' Kyra replied.
But I'm not so strong
And they're not gone
They're still out to take what's left of mine
xXx
Springtrap was sitting at a table in the Refurbs Area, holding his head and shaking it. He seemed like he had a headache, but the truth was different. He finally stopped, leaning his head on the table, looking like he gave up.
''Are you okay?'' Freddy, who noticed this behavior, asked.
''No, I'm not.'' Springtrap rose his head, leaning on his metalic tattered hand. ''I hear them singing London Bridge over and over again. The whole day! It's driving me crazy!''
''London Bridge isn't a bad song.'' Chica commented.
Springtrap lowered his eye-lids.
I have this urge
I have this urge to kill
I have this urge to kill and show that I'm alive
''And the verses like Sic the nightmares on the girl, my fair lady are pretty catchy, ain't they?'' Springtrap said in a mocking tone. Chica's eyes widened. ''I should've mentioned they changed all the lyrics.''
I'm getting sick of these apologies
From people with priorities
That their life matters so much more than mine
''Why can't we 'ear 'em?'' Foxy asked.
''Beats me.'' Springtrap shrugged. ''Why did they show themselves to Puppet, then? It's bascially the same thing. They just want to screw with people's minds.''
''Actually, with yours.'' Bonnie pointed out. Springtrap frowned, making the bunny withdraw nervously.
But I'm stuttering
I'm stuttering again
No one will listen and no one will understand
Springtrap stood up, leaving for the Safe Room. He didn't feel like participating further in this discussion. To him, everything was already said and done.
''You think we'll ever get used to this?'' Goldie asked, looking at Freddy, Chica, Bonnie and Foxy, who were looking at where the Safe Room was.
They shook their heads.
Because I'm crying as much as I speak
Cause no one likes me when I shriek
Want to go back to where it all began
''Well, he brought it upon himself.'' Bonnie said.
''Now you're sounding like Puppet.'' Chica remarked.
''Frankly, we also brought it upon ourselves.'' Freddy said. He rubbed his forehead. ''This is quite a mess and all we can hope for is that'll get better.''
''Well, Kyra said it will and she's the expert.'' Bonnie shrugged.
So my flashlight's on
And stay up 'til dawn
I've got this headache and my life's on the line
''Perhaps this is how it's supposed to be.''
The five turned around, only to see Puppet.
''Aren't we basically forcing them to move on? Perhaps there's another way.'' Puppet said. ''They're just children…''
I felt like I won
But I wasn't done
The nightmare repeats itself every time
''They may be children, but they obviously know when they're harming somebody.'' Freddy said.
''Well, they got hurt!'' Puppet hissed, glaring at Freddy. The bear glared back, with the rest of the Animatronics (both Refurbs and Toys) looking worriedly at both, expecting another fight to break out.
Got to keep my calm
And carry on
Stay awake until the sun will shine
''Ugh, I'm slowly getting a headache.'' Mangle muttered.
''Fighting won't solve anything.'' Toy Chica muttered.
''Aren't we, like, doing it the whole time?'' Toy Bonnie asked.
''If you ask me, this has slowly turned into a habit.'' Goldie replied.
He then heard laughter.
But I'm not so strong
And they're not gone
They're still out to take what's left of mine
Goldie looked around, trying to find the source of the laughter, but it seemed like he missed it. It died down and everything was quiet. At least as quiet as it could be when you have a couple of robots arguing right next to you.
He left them, wandering around and looking for any trace of a person. Matt, Emily, Sierra, Kyra, Plushtrap and the Nightmares didn't arrive yet, which meant this had to be the children. However, he couldn't find anything. A couple of minutes later, they heard a familiar van, meaning the Kyra and her friends have arrived.
''I'm SORRY!''
''Sierra, you are aware this ain't a game?''
''Oh, boy…''
The Animatronics looked at Kyra, Sierra and Matt. Obviously, Freddy and Puppet weren't the only ones who were arguing.
''What happened?'' Toy Freddy asked.
''Kyle and his friends harassed Kyra.'' Matt said.
''They pretty much cornered her. Good thing we were there.'' Nightmare Chica added. ''Else she'd be beaten up or worse.''
The rest looked quite angry about hearing this.
''I really have no words for this…'' Freddy shook his head.
''If you want some good news, they won't be repeating this anytime again.'' Nightmare said.
''I wonder… why haven't you called the cops?'' Matt asked Kyra.
''And what was I supposed to tell them? After all, I can imagine Kyle and his company blaming everything on me.'' Kyra said.
''When you think about it, had they known it was Sierra, they'd go after her.'' Emily said.
''I don't think they'd go after Sierra either…'' Kyra sighed.
''Why not?'' Balloon Boy asked. ''She was the one who pranked… ugh, what was her name again? HAH?''
''Ruby. And the reason why they'd still go after me is because Ruby loathes me. She dislikes Sierra, but when she starts the open season, I'm the one they want.'' Kyra said. Bonnie ellbowed Foxy, gaining his attention.
''Just like the kids declared an open season on Springy.'' Bonnie whispered with Foxy nodding.
''You're not safe here, you're not safe at home…'' Chica started. ''I wish we could do something, anything…''
''I'm okay.'' Kyra told them. ''Concerning safety, I do feel at safest here. Or anywhere as long as I'm in the company of people whom I can trust.''
''Are you sure?'' Emily asked, gesturing at Sierra. The latter looked like she was close to a mental breakdown.
''Just how many times do I have to apologize?!'' Sierra cried out.
''Listen, I'm not mad anymore.'' Kyra grabbed her shoulders. ''Just… calm down.''
Sierra gulped, took a deep breath and nodded. She was pretty upset that her best friend got almost hurt and blamed herself for everything. Hadn't it been for her, Ruby wouldn't probably sic Kyle on Kyra. The fact that the latter wasn't angry as she was at the beginning was a blessing.
''She still made it worse…''
Sierra glared at Emily.
''Em, I think this isn't really a good moment for blaming people.'' Toy Chica told her. Emily simply pouted. She did blame her older sister for what happened.
''Seems like nobody can catch a break. Do you really want more bad news?'' Matt asked, pointing at the tape Plushtrap, who was now sitting on the table, was holding.
''Obviously, we can't avoid it.'' Foxy said.
''And avoiding problems was what made us stuck in this mess.'' Mangle said.
''I guess Springtrap is again in the Safe Room.'' Kyra said as she looked around.
''He said that the children have been giving him a headache by singing London Bridge. Only with different lyrics.'' Puppet said.
''Over and over again.'' Goldie added.
''I'll get him. You can set the tape.'' Kyra said, going to the Safe Room.
The Animatronics and humans looked at each other.
''Okay… what are the odds this will end good?'' Nightmare Fredbear asked.
''Tiny?'' Bonnie shrugged. ''Not to mention that we still have your creepy friends stopping by every so often.''
''You still haven't met their leader.'' Nightmare Freddy said. ''So yes, it'll get worse… Much worse…''
Bonnie gulped at that thought. The others didn't look better.
''So, have you started it?''
They saw Kyra, along with Springtrap who really didn't want to be here. How she persuaded him to come back was everyone's guess.
''Nope. We were right about playing it.'' Matt pressed the button.
''Hello? Hello? Uh, hey there, night four! I told you you'd get the hang of it!''
''It's not like he had other places to hang out.'' Nightmare Bonnie said casually, making BB, Toy Bonnie and Bonnie (as they were the closest to him) chuckle.
''Ok, so uh, just to update you, uh, there's been somewhat of an, uh, investigation going on.''
Now everyone payed attention to Phone Guy. Spare Springtrap, who looked quite uncomfortable.
''Uh, we may end up having to close for a few days... I don't know. I want to emphasize though that it's really just a precaution. Uh, Fazbear Entertainment denies any wrongdoing. These things happen sometimes. Um... It'll all get sorted out in a few days. Just keep an eye on things and I'll keep you posted.''
''Okay, what did happen?'' Nightmare Chica asked the other Animatronics.
Cue everyone again looking at Springtrap. He really hated it.
''Why do you think I had something to do with it?'' Springtrap asked. ''As much as I remember, the management was pretty bad. Else they'd knew how to take care of both the restaurant and it's Animatronics. And speaking of which, The Missing Children Incident and The Bite as well as your little hunt for the Night Guard each night ain't the only incidents which resulted this place's downfall.''
''You mean the spring-lock suits?'' Kyra asked.
''What do you think the Safe Rooms were for?'' Springtrap replied. ''They were there for those who didn't know how to use the suits so they could bleed to death.''
''Ouch.'' Bonnie grimaced.
''These things happen sometimes…'' Springtrap repeated Phone Guy's words. ''One of those things.''
''Ugh, let's continue…'' Matt muttered.
''Uh, just as a side note though, try to avoid eye contact with any of the animatronics tonight if you can. Someone may have tampered with their facial recognition systems - we're not sure. But the characters have been acting very unusual, almost aggressive towards the staff. They interact with the kids just fine, but when they encounter an adult, they just...stare.''
''I do admit I did a lot of stupid things… but this ain't one of mine doings.'' Springtrap said.
''Are you sure?'' Puppet frowned.
''Uh...Anyways, hang tight. It'll all pass. Good night!''
''I was merely responsible for the spring-suits. However, I think he was right about the puppet-thing.'' Springtrap said, quoting Phone Guy. ''It was always...thinking, and it can go anywhere...''
''What do you want to say?'' Puppet asked.
It's true, the real story.
Now everyone knows who I am
Don't stop the music or
You'll see what I can do
With your soul
''I think that you have been helping the children for much longer than you admit or think you did.'' Springtrap said.
''That's ridiculous!'' Puppet replied.
''I don't think so.'' Springtrap replied. ''You've been a vessel long before the Incident and you either didn't knew or didn't care.''
''Now you're like an expert, huh?'' Puppet growled.
Suddenly, both looked at Kyra, who was taken aback by their sudden movements. It looked like both wanted her to take either side.
''You can't be serious…''
''Obviously, when you're a vessel, you never know when you are being controlled and when you're in control…''
I didn't come here to tease you
I didn't come here to hear you cry
I need somebody to load up
The box that keeps me blind
The lights dimmed.
''Oh, not again…'' Nightmare growled.
A skeletal figure appeared from the shadows. It was tall, with long arms and sharp teeth. A haunting melody played, sounding like a distorted version of My Grandfather's Clock.
''Nightmarionne.'' Nightmare muttered, glaring at the other Nightmare Animatronic.
Some of the 'bots shuddered upon seeing Puppet's Nightmare counterpart. Emily quickly hid behind Matt and Sierra, not wanting to be anywhere near this thing. It freaked her out even more than the other Nightmares.
''Ain't we a pretty sight…'' Nightmarionne muttered.
HA-HA-HA-HAH!
I'm the guilty one behind!
Those children look happy inside
Let me set your place
Around the others
You'll be alright!
As they looked around, they could see the other Nightmares appearing around them: Nightmare BB, Nightmare Mangle, Jack-O-Bonnie and Jack-O-Chica with her Jack-O-Lantern. They were surrounded.
''What do you want to say?'' Puppet focused on Nightmarionne, while the other Animatronics kept an eye on Nightmarionne's teammates.
Pretty easy to think
You could survive these 5 nights
The music has stopped so
Here I come to end your life
''You are indeed just a puppet. You were made to be controlled.'' Nightmarionne said. ''You're really easy to manipulate.''
''…'' Puppet was both angry and stunned, not knowing how to answer.
''Like said, you served as a host. You were the one responsible for the children not moving on for 30 years, anchoring them in this world.'' Nightmarionne explained.
I didn't come here to tease you
I didn't come here to
Hear you praying to gods
But I need somebody to load
The box that keeps me blind
Puppet was shocked.
So… Springtrap was right? It was his fault that the children remained. But he didn't know…
''How do I know you're not lying?'' Puppet glared at him.
''Because they told us.'' Nightmare Mangle giggled in a high-pitched tone, making some of the 'bots, as well as the humans, cover their ears as they heard a loud buzzing noise.
I'm the guilty one behind!
Those children look happy inside
Let me set your place
Around the others.
You'll be alright.
Kyra suddenly realized something.
''Those children… Of course! You're with them from the start! They're the reason why YOU are anchored here!'' she exclaimed.
''Yes.'' Nightmarionne said. ''And we'll remain, as obviously, they won't move on. Especially since you and your friends ain't any closer to getting rid of them. What you all do is quarreling the entire night.''
''This is really funny…'' Jack-O-Bonnie laughed.
''And yet, so tragic… Pitiful!'' Jack-O-Chica added.
''HA-HA-HAH!'' Nightmare Balloon Boy laughed.
The sounds close to the hall
It's me, waiting for
The perfect moment to
Make you DIE , so goodbye!
The Animatronics stared in horror, not knowing what to say, or think. They were stunned, completely baffled. Whatever they did, it just worsened.
Puppet felt numb, staring at the floor.
''AGH!''
Now everyone stared in shock at Nightmare, who grabbed Nightmarionne by his slender neck, squeezing it tightly.
''You better leave this place and everyone here alone!'' Nightmare growled, his red eyes glowing. He threw Nightmarionne against the wall, with him hitting it hardly. ''I told you once and I'm telling you again – don't mess with me!''
Nightmarionne glared at Nightmare, who was flexing his claws. Despite his bulky appearance, Nightmare was quite agile and strong, being able to easily shred the other Animatronic.
Oh, it's over now!
It's all over now!
''Fine!'' Nightmarionne hissed.
Despite all the tricks he knew and being able to handle the fact he and his team were outnumbered, he knew he had zero chance against Nightmare. There was a reason the black bear's name was Nightmare.
''We'll go, but this ain't the last time you've seen us!''
The lights suddenly flickered as a cold wind blew. In the next moment, the Nighmarionne and his team disappeared.
I'm the guilty one behind!
Those children look happy inside
Let me set your place
Around the others
You'll be alright!
''That…'' Puppet couldn't say anything. ''I…''
As he rose his head, everyone was staring at him. Especially Freddy, Chica, Bonnie, Foxy, Goldie and Springtrap.
''At least one problem has been solved.'' Springtrap said in a dismissive tone. ''87 are now left.''
This earned him a couple looks.
''I hate to say it, but that black skelet-y was right. If we continue arguing, we won't really achieve much. And I believe I can spend that time doing something more interesting.'' Springtrap said.
''You're right.'' Freddy nodded.
''Also…'' Springtrap gave off his trademark grin as he looked at Puppet. ''You really don't feel the difference between being controlled and being in control. Just as a side-note.''
Puppet shoot him a glare.
''Just sayin'…'' Springtrap replied.
Puppet stared at Springtrap as he realized what the Hybrid was aiming for.
The sounds close to the hall
It's me, waiting for
The perfect moment to
Make you DIE!
Being a spring-suit, he wasn't a real Animatronic, but a mixture. Even before becoming possessed, he was being controlled in some sense; used by the workers at the pizzeria. No wonder the Animatronic inside didn't really mind the possession so much.
As the others were listening to them quarreling, Goldie's attention wandered off. He noticed something moving at the darker corners of the pizzeria.
It was a little boy, playing with a small figurine of Puppet which was attached to strings which were attached to his fingers.
He then laughed in a mocking tone and vanished.
So goodbye!