Aaand another chapter- three in one day is almost a record for me, I think.
So, I'm going to be adding one more character to this story- yup, you guessed it, Death himself! However, I think I'll just have Death play a smaller role in this story with the main focus being on Leo- I'll probably do a sequel where Leo and Death sort of share the spotlight, and maybe a spin-off strictly about Death..? Haha, it's just a thought.
Anyways, I don't really have a song for this chapter- any suggestions?
North's brow crinkled in confusion. ''Jack, you say this boy was teenager, but could still see you?''
The white-haired spirit nodded in happiness, leaning against the wall. ''Yup! Pretty cool, huh?'' Jack and North, along with the rest of the Guardians, were in North's Workshop for the annual Guardian meeting.
Bunny just snorted- half a year ago he would've made a snarky comment, but now that Jack was a Guardian, he and Bunny had now become a bit more friendly with each other.
North stroked his chin, humming deeply under his breath. ''Hm, something seems strange,'' He commented. ''Suspicious.''
Jack seemed indignant at this. ''What, so I can't get an older believer without things being suspicious?!'' He exclaimed, throwing his hands in the air in exasperation.
Tooth appeared, hovering over Jack's shoulder. ''North didn't mean it like that, Jack,'' She told him gently. ''It's wonderful you got another believer, it really is. Right, Bunny?''
The said Easter Bunny looked up, before nodding grudgingly. ''Yeah, I guess,'' He commented casually, not wanting to admit that he was jealous that Jack had a believer that was over 12.
''See?'' Tooth flew a bit closer to North. ''North's just a bit on edge right now, right?''
North nodded in confirmation. ''Is correct. Was not dissing you, Jack, I am just on edge right now..''
Jack raised an eyebrow. ''Your belly?''
North shook his head. ''No, is something different... I have strange feeling, but not in belly.''
Tooth patted North's shoulder, before turning her gaze back to Jack, her amethyst eyes twinkling curiously. ''What was he like?''
''What? Oh.'' Jack blinked, trying to remember. ''Um, he was nice... a bit weird and hyper, he apparently carries around firecrackers and is a good repairman. Leo was his name, Leo Brighton.''
Tooth smiled genuinely. ''Leo Brighton? Hm, that name sounds familiar.''
North nodded. ''Yes, he is on Good List, has been for years,'' He said, sneaking a glance at Jack that said unlike you, but more in a teasing manner.
Jack chuckled. ''Huh, interesting. I'm guessing he believes in all of you, he sure seemed to.''
Sandy, who was drinking left-over eggnog in the corner, perked up. He floated over, and signs made of sand appeared above his head.
Tooth, North, and Bunny looked to Jack, who shrugged, now tense. ''I don't know if he believes in Pitch,'' He said honestly. He shivered at the mention of the Boogeyman's name. ''I didn't mention him.''
''Good thing you didn't,'' Bunny muttered. ''Ah sure hope the kid doesn't believe in the stinkin' ratbag.''
''He's gone, Bunny,'' Tooth told him gently. ''I'm positive. He won't be coming out from under anyone's beds ever again.''
''You'd better be right, Tooth,'' Bunny warned his feathery friend.
''Toothy is right,'' North boomed, crossing his arms. ''We took care of Pitch. He is no problem any more.''
Oh, how wrong they were.
~ROTGROTGROTGROTGROTGROTG~
Meanwhile, underneath a forest far, far away from the Pole, a dark haired man was plotting his revenge (we all know who). He wore black robes, and he had multiple scratches and bruises littering his grey skin.
''Oh, they'll never expect this,'' Pitch Black muttered, his hands clasped behind his back. ''Now, how to attract Death...''
Disclaimer: I don't own ROTG, or any of it's characters- I just own Leo, Mrs. Brighton, and Death.
