The Emcee: Okay, so I've decided to add an extra chapter to the story. :D

Cabaret

Walking into the main room, Pony smiled. It's just as I remember it. Nothing has changed a bit. Turning around, he made his way up the stairwell to him room. Randy followed him, a smile adoring his face as well. When he got to Pony's bedroom, he saw the youngest Curtis seated at his vanity table, his face reflected in the mirrors.

"Hm, looks like Darry and Soda kept it nice and dust free while you were away," Randy commented looking around the room. The curtains were open allowing the sun light to shine through. Pony'll have them shut in no time, he though.

"Yes. I didn't ask them, but they did it anyway. Just incase it wasn't a long stay from home," Pony said looking out the window. It's strange, now that I'm back home, I feel...different...Like something as has changed, the red head thought. But, when ever I look around, it seems as though nothing has changed at all. He was brought back to reality by the feel of possessive arms around him, pulling him close, and soft kisses down his cheek and neck.

"Something's wrong." Randy said through kisses. "Tell me, please."

"Nothing is wrong."

"Pony, I know you. You don't act like this unless something is troubling you. Now please, tell me."

"It's just...something feels different. I'm happy to be home with my brothers but, it just doesn't feel the same."

"Of course it doesn't. You've been away from this place for so long, it seems that way. Hell, you practically grew up here. Don't let it concern you, baby. It'll pass." Randy stopped kissing Pony and looked up to met his reflection in the mirror. Pony felt hot breath on his neck and gentle fingers caressing his pale skin. "But now that you're home, how about we get you

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"Now this feels right!" Soda said, pulling Pony into a one armed hug as they sat at the bar with Darry and Two-Bit.

"Yeah. Glad t' have ya back, Ponyboy," Two-Bit said, as he watched the performing on stage.

"Good to be back. Believe it or not, I've actually missed this place." Soda laughed.

"Good to hear it cause, you'll be performing tonight."

"Oh, Soda. I don't want to. Not yet..."

"Eh, stop your complaining. Besides, I already announced it to the guests."

"And what if I refuse."

"Then I'll call Dr. Marksen over to "look you over" Mr. Hotshot." Soda said, laughing at the Pony's pouting face. Grumbling, he got up from his chair.

"Fine, I'll go, I'll go."

"And make sure it's the pink tutu!" Two-Bit yelled as he got up from his seat. "Cuz me guys but nature is calling."

"Don't fall in like last time, you drunk!" Darry called shining a glass from the bar. He glanced at the stage just as Pony came out. "Good times, huh Soda?"

"Yup," the blonde said. "Good times..."