Who's Theodore?

by Bluewolfbat

Simon and Theodore have always been brothers and best friends. But when Simon saves Theodore from getting hit by a car, Simon gets hit instead and gets Amnesia. What's worse, Simon can't remember Theodore! Now, Theodore must help Simon to get familiar with him again, and re-build their bond of friendship. Will Simon's memory ever come back, or will the old Simon be lost for good?

9. Simon's Sacrifice

Chapter 9: Simon's Sacrifice

It took several minutes for Simon and Theodore to get washed up, but after getting their sweaters on, the two chipmunks went back to Simon's bed, made Simon's bed so the covers were all neat and organized, and then went to the living room to watch TV. Soon it was eleven o' clock, and as the front door opened, Dave, Alvin, Brittany, Jeanette, and Eleanor all walked into the house carrying groceries. Simon and Theodore helped put the groceries away, and then the six chipmunks waited on the dinner table to see what they would be doing for the day.

"Okay Chipmunks and Chipettes, here's the deal; since Simon and Theodore need to spend time together, and since all of you are done with finals, I figured we should go have some fun. I was thinking we can go to the mall today!" Dave told them, earning a cheerful: "Yay!" from the six chipmunks.

"However, there are going to be some rules," Dave continued getting six "Awww!" replies from his kids. Dave waited and then said: "First, I'm going to give you each fifty dollars. You can use the money however you want, but use it wisely; just because an object is worth fifty dollars doesn't mean it's okay to go wasting your money. Have a chance to look around all of the stores, and then decide what you want. You never know what you might find! Also, call or text me if you have any concerns or questions, and I want all of you to be on your best behavior."

"Are you sure using cell phones is a good idea, Dave? Theo and I couldn't even get service in order for you to pick us up from the library!" Simon stated nervously.

"Don't worry, Simon. I don't think that will be a problem; people use cell phones all the time in malls," Dave replied.

"Wait, so you're giving us fifty one dollar bills, or if it something else?" Theodore asked unsure of what Dave meant by 'fifty dollars'. Dave chuckled at Theodore's adorable reaction, and replied: "No Theodore. It's two twenty dollars, and one ten dollar bill."

Theodore nodded understanding. The Chipmunks and Chipettes went to watch TV, while Dave prepared lunch for everyone. After having lunch, it was twelve o' clock, noon. Everyone got ready, jumped into the car, and drove to the mall. They arrived at the mall about half an hour later, and went inside. Before running off, Dave went over the rules with them again so they wouldn't forget, and then everyone headed off in different directions.

The Chipmunks and Chipettes went over to the side of the mall so they could talk about how they wanted to shop.

"I think we should go in groups of two around the mall. That way we'll each have a friend to hang out with. What do you think guys?" Alvin suggested. Everyone nodded their heads in agreement to Alvin.

"Okay, how about Simon goes with Theodore, Jeanette will go with Eleanor, and I'll go with Brittany!" Alvin suggested knowing Simon was supposed to spent time with Theodore anyways.

"No Alvin, this is what we'll do; you go with Theodore, I'll go with Jeanette, and Brittany can go with Eleanor. That is, if everyone's okay with that plan?" Simon responded. Everyone agreed with Simon's plan. However, Alvin was confused when Simon said that he should go with Theodore.

"Simon, why do you want me to go with Theodore? I mean, I like Theodore as a friend and as a brother, but you're supposed to be spending time with him!" Alvin pointed out, trying to get Simon to understand.

"I know Alvin. But I'm going to be spending time with Theodore regardless of where we are. Besides, you deserve to have some brotherly bonding time too!" Simon replied, trying to cheer Alvin up.

"Simon, you don't have to do this all because of me! Seriously, go look around the mall with Theodore. I'll catch up with you guys!" Alvin retorted, but Simon didn't listen.

"Alvin, I appreciate the kind jester, but I'm being serious!" Simon responded. Simon then grabbed Alvin's shoulders with his paws, and looked at Alvin in the eyes as he said: "Alvin, you're Theodore's brother just as much as I am. I may not remember much about Theodore because of my injury, but that's no good reason for me to prevent you from having some quality time together. I don't want to hog Theodore away from you, Alvin."

Simon let go of Alvin's shoulders, stepped back and said to him: "Now Alvin, I want you to take your fifty dollars, go with Theodore, look around the mall, find something you like, and go have fun! I don't mind if you spend some bonding time with Theodore. I just want you to be happy. What do you say?" Alvin couldn't believe what was happening; Simon was sacrificing his time with Theodore, and giving it to Alvin just so he could be happy! This was probably one of the nicest things Simon had ever done for Alvin. Alvin was speechless.

"Thank you Simon!" Alvin cried out pulling his brother into a tight, loving hug. Simon hugged back and as the two brothers separated from the hug, Alvin and Theodore walked away from the rest of the group. The Chipettes gave Simon a hug after seeing him give Alvin some time to bond with Theodore.

"I'm not gonna cry, I'm not gonna cry!" Alvin said as he walked with Theodore; try to hold back tears while thinking about what Simon just did.

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