It was Halloween once more on the meteor and a party was in the works. Initially, no one, not even Dave, had much of an interest in cosplaying or making a fuss this year. However, surprisingly, it was Vriska that insisted, well demanded, that everyone celebrate. Something about D-day coming up and they should take every chance for fun that they could get. So, streamers were put up; scary posters on the wall; Rose and Kanaya had taken to making themed snacks for everyone; while Vriska and Terezi were alchemizing a new big screen TV. Since trick-or-treating wasn't an option the teens gathered for yet another movie marathon all day. Starting with light and fun while moving into progressively more terrifying content. The teens gathered around noon with a variety of food. First burgers, not because of anything to do with Halloween, but because Rose and Kanaya had become the moms of the group and insisted everyone eat something substantial before pigging out on candy.

Rose was dressed as a sort of Dracula-esque vampire, while Kanaya, was surprisingly, dressed as Rose…clothes and all. This gained many knowing glances from the other four teens and a few comments of the "seriousness" of their relationship from Vriska. Both girls smiled admitting their devotion for one another; still, Kanaya couldn't help but blush deep green at such a forward and public display.

Vriska dressed as a pirate and regaled the other teens during lunch, of her ancestor's amazing accomplishments. Most tuned her out after the first three minutes or so.

Terezi dressed in her red and teal prosecutor's costume, complete with the dragon cane. She mostly ignored everyone and played out a mock trail using the cupcakes Rose and Kanaya had made. Punishing each offender with death by her mouth.

Which leaves the boys; as Gamzee is hated by all and was not invited to the gathering. The costumes were Dave's idea. The time player was dressed as Axel from Kingdom Hearts 2, while his fellow knight was dressed as the blonde, Roxas, from the same game. They felt it was perfect in front of the others. The costumes were kind of couple-like, but still passed as a bros costume set. Dave was pretty sure that at least Rose and Kanaya knew of the relationship between Karkat and himself, however, it wasn't something he wanted to broadcast. He was just really private that way, which is why he kept his shades on with the Axel costume; despite Karkat's protests of it "ruining the aesthetic".

After filling their bellies the teens sat down and started the movie marathon with the classic, Hocus Pocus. Everyone enjoyed it and for some reason Terezi was really taken with the Come Little Children song and took to singing as they took a break between films; during which everyone seized the opportunity to use the bathroom and stocked up on sweets. Vriska enjoyed it the first few times; she liked the song too; but quickly grew tired of it and kindly asked her moirail to please "shut up". In retaliation Terezi took the last spider cookie off her plate and the two called it even.

Next was The Addams' Family and The Addams' Family Values. Two more classics that both humans enjoyed and was quickly loved by the trolls as well. All four expressed their adoration for the family and even asked if there were, in fact, humans like this. Dave gave a noncommittal answer, while Rose expressed that while it was a possibility it would have been to the extent in the movie. Attempting to move on to a long-winded explanation of human sociology and customs; she was quickly silence with a round of shushes and a consoling kiss from her matesprit. The trolls became very invested in the movies and were cheering as Wednesday and her crew burned the Thanksgiving set and the camp itself to the ground.

The teens made their way through the classic horror movies, Nightmare on Elm Street and Friday the 13th. The grey teenagers criticizing it for not being as scary as their troll horror movies; then they were shown the Japanese edition of The Ring and all was silent. Karkat was covertly gripping Dave's hand for comfort trying his best to look unaffected by the events playing on screen and failing miserably. He looked over at Vriska and Terezi both of whose eyes were fixed on the events unfolding. He decided it was safe to half bury his face in Dave's shoulder as the boy rubbed his back in a comforting way.

They finished the marathon with the first three movies in the Saw series. Not as scary, but plenty gruesome. The trolls commented on how the cultures couldn't have THAT different a take on violence if this was the kind of thing shown for entertainment. After the final movie played all of the teens departed for some shut-eye… in pairs.

When the boys arrives back at their room Karkat was a little shaken up; not that he'd admit it. Dave knew though; he had been skittish since The Ring and it clearly was impressing on his mind now. The human helped him take off his costume, kissing him softly. "It's okay Kitkat, it was just a movie."

Karkat became defensive. "I know that! I'm not scared."

"Alright." Dave removed his own costume and turned off the light. Karkat let out a squeak; the room wasn't completely dark; each room on the meteor has an emergency soft glow light strip around the room; but it was still dark enough that only outlines could be seen. Dave walked forward, grabbing Karkat's wrist and brought him down into the plush bed and fuzzy blankets. They lay there side by side as Dave hummed that signature movie tune that Terezi sang earlier that day. It shouldn't have comforted Karkat was much as it did. Dave felt his boyfriend relax a little, taking his hand and using it to tilt the troll's face towards him. Kissing him tenderly and moving his lips; kissing every inch of Karkat's face with the same tenderness. It was an absolutely lovely feeling for the troll; which was conveyed through the reappearance of his purring. Dave returned to his lips once more, parting to say "Kitkat, never be scared when you sleep in bed with me. I promise to protect you." It was cheesy, but Karkat relished the words; how good the human was to him.

What was even more comforting was when Dave sang his own version of the aforementioned song; softly, like a lullaby. The song was sad and kind of relevant to their own past sufferings and the sufferings to come. But it was still enchanting all on its own; Dave had such a lovely voice.

"You should sing more often." Karkat whispered, eyes half-lidded; sleep taking him over.

Dave nuzzled him and held him closer. His reply was the last thing Karkat heard; a smile pressed into his forehead; before a peaceful slumber engulfed him "Maybe I will; if it makes you this happy, feeling this at peace; maybe I will."

Notes: Here's the rendition of the song Dave was singing: watch?v=MKlsUrfbiE0

Angel: OMG THANK YOU! ^-^ I'm so happy that you enjoyed it. This is technically my second story, I did write a Dirk/Jake fic last month. Other than that though; yeah, I haven't been writing long. There probably won't be any sex in this fic; I'm not against it, it's just I planned on this being a T rated fic. If I'm going to make something M rated it's going to be worth the M rating; not just from one chapter. I was thinking about doing a short sequel alongside the Dirk/Jake sequel, it would all take place in the same setting and DaveKat would really just be more fluff; but set after the game ended and with smut. As for Dave telling Karkat; it would probably take place during that fic. This one will end before the final battle. Thank you for reading!

Guest: Well, it'll be fluffy for sure; funny depends on your sense of humor. I'm not a very funny person so I can't guarantee anything; but that is what I want to go for in that chapter!

HyruleHearts1123: I hope your okay! Allergies suck.