Chapter 35:Cheer Up Nebula
Once they were all boarded, they quickly found their seats. Ko sat with Sparko while Enid sat with Doctor Greyman. Rad noticed that the seat next to Nebula, who was on her phone, was empty. "Is this seat taken?" he asked softly. Nebula glanced up from her phone to look at him briefly before she turned her attention back to her phone. Rad then sat next to her. "So Doctor Greyman, why aren't you at P.O.I.N.T Prep?" Ko asked. "Well, um. Ah! You see, seeing as how I am not as young as I used to be, I have decided to retire" he said, secretly hoping that they would believe his lie. "Cool" Ko said excitedly. They all then began to ask him questions about his experiences, to which Doctor Greyman happily answered. After a while of talking, Rad turned his attention to Nebula. "What's wrong babe? You've been quiet this whole time. Something up?" He asked worriedly as he put a hand on hers that was resting on her lap. She shook her head and turned to look out the window as she put her phone back in her pocket. "I just have a lot on my mind. That's all" she said while she kept her focus on her view out the window. "Do you wanna talk about it?" Rad asked as the shuttle pulled to the stop near the plaza. "Oh look, we're here" she responded.
The doors opened and they were greeted by a male and female with blue skin holding a sign with Doctor Greyman's name on it. Once Enid and Sparko helped Doctor Greyman off the shuttle, Sparko went off on his own, perhaps going back to his home. Rad looked at the sky and fished in his pockets for his keys. "It's late. Let's go, I'll drive you guys home" Rad said. They all then walked to where his van was parked and Ko joined Enid in the back of the van. "You coming Neb?" Rad called to his girlfriend. Nebula only shook her head and walked off.
The next day, Rad, Ko, and Enid arrived at work and they were greeted by Mr. Gar. Once he gave them their tasks for the day, Rad approached him. "Hey ? Did Nebula show up?" he asked worriedly. "She came in early and she put back all the returned items. She should be in the back now organizing" Gar explained. Rad nodded and he ran into the back, Enid and Ko following soon after. They then began to call for her. After a while of searching, they found her on her phone and sitting on a large box. "Nebula!" They cried happily. Nebula looked up from her phone and stared at them blankly. Rad levitated Nebula into his arms. Ko and Enid then joined in the hug. "Guys" Nebula said softly. "We can tell something is wrong. Please, talk to us" Ko pleaded. "Guys, I'm fine. Besides, it's something you guys wouldn't understand and if you need me, there's still work to do" Nebula said coldly as she levitated herself out of their hold and into another part of the back. They all looked at each other worriedly as they went back to their respective tasks. "I'll be right back" Ko said and he took off. Mr. Gar came out of the back and he noticed their expressions. "Something wrong?" he asked them. "Well, we're just worried about Nebula. She didn't text me in the morning like she usually does and she isn't as cheerful as she usually is" Rad explained. "Hm, that is worrisome. I'll go talk to her" he said. He then walked off to find Nebula.
"Ah there you are. You wanna talk about what's bugging you?" Gar asked softly once he found Nebula. "Not really" she said as she kept stocking the back shelves. "Nebula please. Everyone is worried about you. If you can't tell them what's going on then can you at least tell me?" he asked as he pulled two nearby crates and sat on one. Nebula sighed and put the box of items on the ground and sat on the empty crate across from Mr. Gar. "Okay fine. So, Mama Bi-I mean Miss Bianca told me something and it's just, I'm not sure how I feel about what she told me. I'm happy for her don't get me wrong. But, I can't help but feel upset for some reason" Nebula said. "What did she tell you?" Mr. Gar asked. "She's having a baby" she said. "I see. And she is like a mother to you am I right?" he asked as he leaned forward in his seat. Nebula nodded and Mr. Gar leaned back. "You said that you're happy that she's having a baby. What you might be feeling could be a mix of jealousy and confusion. I understand that after what happened at P.O.I.N.T Prep with Chip, you're doubting yourself and that's understandable. But you are one hundred percent good and no one can control you. Everyone is worried about you. At least let them give you a hug at least to cheer you up. I'm sure she thinks of you as a daughter and I'm sure that you'll be an amazing big sister. Try and focus on the present and don't worry about the future. Maybe you should talk to Bianca and see about spending time with her and Laserblast since they are technically their parents" he said comfortingly as he put a hand on Nebula's shoulder. Nebula only sat in silence. Mr. Gar stood up and gently pat her head. "I'll leave you to think" he said softly before he left.
Later that day, everyone was gathered around the counter talking when Nebula walked in. "Hey Nebula" Ko said as he ran over to her and hugged her. Nebula smiled softly and she picked up Ko and gave him a large hug. "Hi guys" she said as she put Ko down. "Hey Mr. Gar. Thank you for earlier. I needed that" she said. Mr. Gar nodded Nebula went over and stood at Rad's side. Rad put an arm around her and pulled her to his chest. "You know, we are closing soon and we do have all those extra Chocolate Chip Damage candy bars that expired in the back. What do you say we all take them out back and dispose of them?" Mr. Gar suggested. "Can my mommy join?" Ko asked. Mr. Gar nodded and Ko ran off to get his mother. Once he got her, they all went to the back room and got all the crates of the expired candy bars and they took them outside. "Ready guys?" Carol asked. Everyone nodded in excitement. Rad and Nebula levitated the boxes while Mr. Gar and Carol threw the rest into the air. They all began using their powers to destroy them. Once they were done, they were all excitedly talking about how they destroyed the candy bars and how amazing the attacks were.
"It's getting late. I'll close up the shop while you all go home. I'll see you all tomorrow" Mr. Gar said. Carol kissed him 'goodbye' before she scooped Ko in her arms and walked off. "Want a ride Enid?" Rad asked. Enid let out a yawn and she nodded. "Let's go. And this time you don't get a choice. I'm taking you home weather you like it or not" Rad said as he scooped up Nebula and threw her over his shoulder. Once he, Nebula, and Enid reached his van, Enid opened the passenger door and she got into the back. Rad then gently placed Nebula in the passenger seat before he closed the door and got into the driver's seat. "Ready to go?" he asked as he put on his seat belt and started his van before he drove off. After he dropped off Enid, he glanced over to Nebula to see her fast asleep. He smiled to himself and he drove off to his next destination.
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