Vannie looked down at her empty sundae dish. How I managed to finish this given the mood is anyone's guess.. She sighed. How can I lighten the mood? Ralph cleared up the misunderstanding, but it's obvious my younger self is still on edge. I don't know what would have happened if it weren't for Ralph.. "So who's Turbo?" she asked softly. She felt a wave of regret hit her as the words came out. It needs to be gotten out of the way. Maybe if we know the whole story I can find a better answer.

King Candy opened one eye to glance over at her. His head was still tilted to the ceiling. Must you really ask that now?

Vanellope and Ralph looked up at Vannie, then all eyes were on Vanellope. She shrank down into her chair for a few seconds collecting her thoughts. How do I answer that? She blew at her bangs, but it was more like a sigh.

"Turbo.." Vanellope said bitterly, "He's a liar and a thief.. Since the day my game was plugged in, he broke into my game and messed with the code." There was a short moment of silence before she continued. "He took my place as the ruler of Sugar Rush and tried to delete me from the game. When that failed, he turned all of Sugar Rush against me. I was pushed around, chased, they threw me into mud.. And they would always break my karts if I ever tried to race.. All with his face." She pointed at King Candy. "It went on like that for 15 years." She may have been perpetually 9 years old, as far as her code was concerned, but it really had been 15 years since her game was first plugged in. She shut her eyes tight as the tears continued to flow and took a deep breath. Having to recount the events in her head to explain it to her older self was taking its toll.

Ralph scratched his chin in thought. I can't remember any of this, but as her friend I have to help her. Even if I don't remember her at all, it's obvious she depends on me. I can't let her faith in me go to waste.. I probably have a lot in common with her, even aside from the getting thrown into mud part. He pulled his chair away from the table as gently as he could so as to not wreck it. "Hey, come here," he said softly while gesturing for a hug. I don't know how I'll feel if she doesn't want a hug..

Vanellope glitched onto his chest and hugged him tightly. This part of Ralph is still the same. Thank you, Ralph. She took a deep breath, almost feeling as though she could fall asleep. I can't though. Not until Ralph has his memory back.. Why did I have to stay up the whole day?

Ralph carefully placed his hand on her back, still not completely confident he could control his strength. He could feel tears welling in his eyes as he thought about everything that had happened to her. Her tears must be contagious..

Vannie swallowed hard as she too began to cry. That's so tragic.. Ralph, you're such a sweetheart, aren't you? You don't even remember her, and yet.. She sniffled. I'm so glad she has a friend like you..

King Candy let out a sigh as quietly as possible. I don't know what's up with the teleporting, but at least I finally know it's not something I did personally.. But someone took my identity from the first game and did something so soul crushing to her.. He clenched his teeth at the thought. It's unforgivable. Tears streamed down his cheeks as he inwardly cursed his inability to do anything about what happened.

Ralph looked at both Vannie and King Candy, blinking away his tears. Now everyone's infected..

"Do you know where we can find this Turbo guy?" Ralph asked as rage began to boil inside of him, having run the scenario through his mind. I'll take care of it. You won't have to worry about him anymore..

"You took care of him already, Stinkbrain," Vanellope said softly while still hugging him tightly, "I was just surprised, seeing his face again." I need to make it up to that guy somehow. Accusing him of something like that..

Vannie nodded contemplatively. Now I know why she has so much adoration for him. You're amazing, Ralph..

Ralph sighed. I was looking forward to wrecking his face.. Well, not King Candy's. Turbo's.. And I guess she doesn't mean Stinkbrain as an insult when she says it. It's more like a nickname, I guess.

"I'm sorry, Vanellope," King Candy said earnestly, "I had nothing to do with it, but I promise you that nothing like that will happen again. He was a complete monster, but he's gone now." Ralph took care of him! Way to go, son.. Aside from being TobiKomi, I knew there was just something about him that set him apart from others. That and the smell. But the smell can be easily taken care of.

"It's okay.." Vanellope said without turning to look at him, "Thanks." She was conflicted about this new King Candy. As long as I'm not looking at him, he seems like a really nice guy. He's nothing like the other 'King Candy'.

"Dear, I'm going rest. Can you take over for me?" King Candy asked Vannie. This has me exhausted, and I'm making her uncomfortable.. She nodded and King Candy left the room to go take a nap.

Vannie watched as Ralph comforted Vanellope. On top of all he did for her, he still has so much devotion to her even after losing his memory.. I think I'm falling for this guy. Yeah.. I wonder if he has a girlfriend yet.. I've never even thought about going out with someone before, but if it's someone like him.. She got up out of her chair and walked over to them. "If you still have time.." she said softly, "Would you like to go for a race?" If she's anything like me, racing should help cheer her up.. And I want to spend as much time as I can with these two.. Maybe I'll find a chance to ask him out.

Vanellope sniffled. I need to calm down. "Sure.. But Ralphie, really? What's with the suit?" she asked with a laugh. I can't let myself keep crying like this, I'm making them upset too. I even made the good King Candy leave..

Both Vanellope and Vannie laughed at the purple suit Ralph was wearing. "That's Dad's sense of taste for you.." Vannie said with a grin. She's putting on a strong front. I don't blame her..

"Come on, it's not like I picked it," Ralph said with a chuckle. I'd like to get out of this as soon as possible, but I don't know when my clothes will be ready..