Hello, ya'll! I am finally finished with this story! After much coordinating, excitement, and of course, writing, it's completed. I want to say thank you once more to anyone who has read this. Also, an even bigger thanks to those who have commented. I was so hesitant to post this book, but now I'm one-hundred percent convinced that I did the right thing. And once more, thanks to Doctor Matzoh, my wonderful TTR friend who allowed me to write and develop her characters into my story. I will list all those that belong to her at the bottom.
Finally, I WILL be working on Loud and Clear, now that this is done. I also have several other books written and even ones in mind for later. Cupcake's backstory is one that intertwines heavily with Toontown lore, and of course, she had her own store of secrets. Hopefully, I can get around to writing those.
THANK YOU ALL! :)
"Hello?"
"Yes, hello. I'm surprised that you're returning my call so soon." The voice was cold, metallic, and harsh. Edward cringed as he thought of a response.
"Well, your calls are always my top priority. Besides," he continued, his anxiety ever increasing, "Mark's location has been confirmed. He has indeed initiated residence with Cupcake Doggenbottom."
"How wonderful," came the hissing reply, in a tone that practically dripped with hatred and venom. There was an irritated sigh, then, "So, have you found the device? Or rather, is it in the Lawbot's possession?"
Edward shook his head, as if the other could see him. "No. Not yet, that is. But we already discussed this. Remember the deal made so many years ago? We promised the Toon that we would never use it, as long as they kept up their end of the arrangement."
"And where is he now?" the voice questioned, angrily. "What is he doing, but destroying out kind? Exactly what we were assured would not be happening."
"Not entirely, if you'd recall correctly. No matter; it's still dangerous."
"Well, I guess we'll be throwing our little 'negotiation' out the window, not won't we? As the saying goes, desperate times call for desperate measures. Oh, and Edward?"
"Yes?"
"We'll be in touch."
And with that, the call was ended. Edward huffed in exasperation. That Cog was a monster. They would clearly stop at nothing to get what they desired.
MY JOURNAL August 26, 2008
Dear journal,
Hiya there! It has been quite the week, let me tell you. It's only been a few days since Mark received Toontown Citizenship, and we're just now finally getting things settled. He hasn't left my estate since then, and I'm beginning to get worried that he needs a change of scenery. No matter. Eventually, I'll be able to bring him out. That is, once both he and the other Toons are comfortable. People are still so shocked at the idea of a Cog now living among us, but if I know my town the way I think that I do, they will eventually come to trust and support him as if he was one of us. And concerning gags, I'm not one hundred percent sure what would happen if he were to get attacked. Do his emotions make him immune to gags? He's been able to withstand the silliness of the estate grounds, but he's never stepped foot inside of a playground. And what about Silly Surges? Mark is a completely harmless gumdrop, so sweet and kind, and he's so terrified of us Toons. He knows how fierce we can be in battles, and he's probably seen his fair share of Cogs explode at our hands. Anyway, I suppose right now everything will be okay. Of course, I'll always be here to protect him.
Brownie and Flip Pea are still wary of Mark, but slowly they've come to realize that he is now a part of my life. They're wonderful friends, and they both apologized for not supporting me in the beginning. My dad also apologized for the uncertainty I went through waiting for his response. As for Matzoh, well, she has her practice back, and I couldn't be more excited. She's an amazing Toon.
Oh, and one more thing about Mark. Last night, I… kissed him. Yes, it was on the cheek, but still. It was so pure and beautiful. Why do I even feel this way about him? Cogs and Toons can NOT be together. But then, why do I want to be with him every single second of the day? Why do I just want to run up to him and be embraced in his arms… ugh. I don't understand.
So, in the words of the late Fissiontons, time is ticking. Our timeline keeps counting down to something, though no one knows quit what. Only time will tell. Toonown is ever-changing, and there are so many secrets stored up in its very core that sometimes I wonder if we'll ever be able to figure them all out. Will we be able to wait? Will I be able to wait? Now that's the real question.
BYE FOR NOW, CUPCAKE DOGGENBOTTOM
Characters belonging to Doctor Matzoh:
Doctor Matzoh (of course)
The Banana
Sheriff Jade Glitterquack
Professor Rainbow
