A/N: I think I may have an idea of how I'll end it, but there are a few things I'm going to have to cover in the meanwhile that'll keep this story going on for a fair bit. Now, I'm going to flash forward a month. Let's see if any of you can guess what it is... Ok, time's up. If you guessed it, good for you.
Mordecai looked at the letters with an apprehension in his bones. This definitely put a twist on his plans. The opportunity was too good to pass up, but he would be leaving behind everyone. God, the choice was killing him.
"Problems?" Skips asked, skipping into the kitchen.
"Many. You see these letters?" Mordecai said, holding up all 5 in one hand.
"Yeah. What about them?" Skips asked.
"They're all college acceptance letters," Mordecai said, stressing the word as much as he could. Skips raised an eyebrow.
"I thought you were applying for one college only?" he asked.
"I did. But apparently that guy told someone. And then that guy told someone. And then he told someone. You get the gist? I got accepted into the college I was aiming for, but I also got accepted into other ones that are better, but further away. I promised them I would stay here. I promised them. But I also don't want to let this pass. God, is this what Margaret had to go through?!" Mordecai exclaimed, ripping feathers out of his head.
"Calm down. The decision was hard for her to decide, but she decided on bettering herself before she came back. You should do the same, but in a better way. One that keeps you two connected. What do you plan on studying?" Skips asked.
"Game designing. Seems like as good of a career to start as any," Mordecai said, making Skips nod.
"Good. You're playing more to your strengths. I recommend you actually major in it. How long you spend in the subject depends on how hard you work. At an average, it would take you about four years to complete. Two if you can ace just about everything. They'll put you in the more advanced classes, which will end up speeding up the time in which you get your degree," Skips explained.
"Makes sense. I'll definitely do my best, but I'm not sure if it's be enough to graduate that fast," Mordecai said.
"Never say never. You would've passed it no problem if you took up the Guardians' offer for supreme knowledge of the universe," Skips reminded him.
Mordecai face-palmed from the memory. How do you turn down things like that just to move a stupid harpsichord? They could've got it done. Not as easy, but it would've been done.
"Not the smartest decision me and Rigby have ever made. I mean, the eternal youth thing I didn't want, in light of having to live forever and watching loved ones die over and over again. But the knowledge would've helped loads," Mordecai said before smirking. "We wouldn't have to bother you everything as well."
Skips chuckled and shook his head slightly.
"I would be grateful for the break. But you have a decision to make. How are you going to go about this?" Skips asked.
Mordecai went deep into thought. He knew if he were to leave without any form of connection, there might be another insane turn of events concerning the romantic life, and that's something Mordecai did not want. He wanted to stay close to his friends, family, and girlfriend.
"You have any ways we can stay connected?" Mordecai asked.
"I have one. Won't be as a effective as having you here, but they'll do. Just give me a sec," Skips said, walking out of the door.
When he came back, he placed a small phone in the palm of Mordecai's hand.
"This isn't like most phones. This is a 'smart phone.' One of the few in development, but they're connected to satellites which allow contact all over the world. Mostly used by military and haven't yet been released to the public. But someone owed me something, and I got these. I'll keep the other, and if they come over here, they'll be able to contact you if you answer. Just make sure to keep up with it. Don't let anyone take it," Skips stressed.
"I won't. Thanks Skips," Mordecai said in a grateful tone.
"It's no problem. You owe me one," Skips said smiling.
"Just how many 'ones' do I owe you?" Mordecai said, chuckling softly. Skips let out a loud laugh.
"Isn't that the truth? Well, you'll have to decide on the college you want to go to and then you'll have to tell everyone else," Skips said.
"This isn't gonna be easy," Mordecai said sighing.
"Long distance relationships never are. But you'll just have to hang in there. Rigby, Eileen, and Margaret are all at the coffee shop. That's more of your responsibility. I'll let everyone else at the park know," Skips said, walking back outside.
Mordecai sighed and grabbed the acceptance letters off the table before walking out the front door to get to the cart before heading off toward the coffee shop. He knew it wouldn't be easy, but he would just have to grit his teeth and do it.
A/N: And... I'm going to cut here just to mess with you. lol. You'll have to find out their reactions next chapter. This chapter was short, which made this even more of a pain for some people, but that's the point. *laughs evilly*