What's Been Going On Within Two Months
by LDEJRuff
Chapter 8 - New Brian's Decision
Having heard Brian's story, Jasper and New Brian were in awe.
"Wow, Brian," New Brian said, being the first to respond. "I had no idea Vinny lost his owner."
"And," Jasper added, "are you sure you want to buy him as a present for the Griffins?"
"Sure," Brian replied. "I hope this addition to the team will be pretty easy. We'd be like the Three Musketeers and D'Artagnan."
"Yes," New Brian agreed.
"All for one," all three dogs began, "and one for all."
The day of the concert, and the three dogs and Ricardo have attended. When the concert was over, Brian had to wait for the right moment to see the stars of the show. Finally, that moment arrived.
"Peter," Brian called.
"Brian?" Peter wondered.
The owner turned to see his dog wave a hand, getting his attention.
"Oh, hey, buddy," Peter said, walking to his dog. "Did you enjoy the concert?"
"I did," Brian answered. "I saw it with New Brian, Jasper and Ricardo."
"Wow," Peter said in awe. "You brought New Brian along with you? It's nice you two are getting along."
"Anyway," Brian began, "I'm beginning to worry about your success. The Griffins need you home."
"I wish I could come home soon," Peter began, shrugging, "but the tour's not over. We still have six weeks and five more days to go. Maybe you can join me and Quagmire on the tour with New Brian."
"That sounds nice, Peter," Brian said. "But I have to get back home. On Halloween, I'm supposed to go trick-or-treating with Stewie. He and I are doing a Star Wars theme."
One-second pause. Afterwards, Peter responded, "Oh. Well, it was good you came, Brian. Thanks for watching the show."
The following morning at Jasper's apartment, Brian awoke to the sound of rave music beginning. To his surprise, he saw Jasper, Ricardo and New Brian dancing to a song on a video game like Just Dance on a Wii-like console.
"Morning, cousin," Jasper said, noticing Brian come in. "New Brian's decided to stay at our apartment."
"What?" Brian responded, surprised.
New Brian put down his controller while Jasper paused the game.
"If I stay here," New Brian began, "I'll get to learn more from Jasper and Ricardo. And they need me more than you and the Griffins, Brian."
"Well," Brian began, shrugging, "if that's your decision, New Brian, then I'm gonna miss you."
The two dogs hugged each other.
"I'm going to miss you, too, Brian," New Brian replied.
Before Brian left Los Angeles, Brian gave New Brian a little gift-wrapped box.
"Here you go, New Brian," Brian said, handing him the box. "Do not open 'til Christmas."
"Wow," New Brian replied. "Thanks, Brian. I'll think of you when Christmas comes and I open the box."
Brian smiled, wagging his tail. He then got his suitcase, waved goodbye to New Brian, Jasper and Ricardo, and made his way to the airport.
Brian then returned home, and saw Stewie walking to him when he came in.
"Welcome home, Brian," Stewie said, hugging him. "How was the concert?"
"It was good," Brian answered. "How's the program coming along?"
"I still have some more time, Brian," Stewie answered back, shrugging. "Actually," he thought, "the program is ready, but I'd rather have you as a robot until the moment is right."
"Oh," Brian responded. "Well, I guess I can wait a little longer."
"I know you will, Brian," Stewie assured. "Time is a virtue."
Before the two can say anymore, they sat on the couch to watch a Halloween special.