Chapter 3: Tune It Up.

(I forgot to mention that the last time challenge was gonna be a singing competition, so here it is. I wasn't planning to have it out this early though :) Here's the chapter!)

LAST TIME ON TOTAL DRAMA: The 13 campers had to go through a little somewhat hard trivia. Didn't matter if they were strained or not, Kanines lost. And in the end, they sent Dylan home for closing her eyes on the question she had obviously gotten wrong. But with that out of the way….who will win this time? Who will lose this time? Find out on the episode of Total...Drama...Island!

(Also, shout out to DarkArcanine33. This chapter was inspired by his idea. Check out his stories. They're hilarious. But...without further ado...HERES THE NEEEEEEWWWWW CHAPPIE!)

(Btw, I slightly edited this so I can fix the typos.)

(theme song plays)

(Vipers Cabin(Girls))

Scarlett, being the only female in the cabin, had actually taken her time to get up. Sure, she was still upset about Cleo leaving, since Cleo was the only one that she could talk to in the cabins. Now she just has...boys on her team. No matter what her team is or who it consists of, she still has to be ready for the day. So she got up, got dressed, and waited for the challenge call.

"Now...i wait." She said smoothly.

(Vipers Cabin(Boys)

Layne had just opened his eyes and was wishing he hadn't, because the sun fucking BURNED in his eyes. Also Thomas wouldn't stop mumbling in his sleep. Trace kept on babbling about some sort of game he enjoyed playing, and Layne hated, so that's how it was even MORE annoying. Markus and James would not stop talking about how they made it this far! ...Actually, that was tolerable.

"Shuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuut UPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP! IM TRYING TO SLEEP!" Layne said, obviously cranky.

"Okay...Jesus..." Trace mumbled.

"Thank you." Layne said with a yawn, as he went back down.

(Kanines Cabin(Boys))

Emily was still sleeping, as if nothing could wake her...or so we thought. As soon as the author typed that down{1}, Amanda kicked open the door, causing a huge racket which woke Emily up, along with most of the other girls. Save Lilly, who was still sleeping.

"WHAT THE HECK, AMANDA?!" Jacqueline yelled. Which woke Lilly up.

"What's I miss?" She asked calmly.

"Amanda slammed the door and scared my soul's soul." Jacqueline said.

"Oh..." She mumbled quietly. "Anyways, I can't wait for the challenge!"

Everyone looked at her if she were crazy.

(Kanines Cabin(Boys))

Cooper let out a sigh. "Come on, Isaac. Your heads been down for 2 hours. You can stop being bored now."

"Well, i'm sorry if there's nothing to doooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo…- He would've gone on for longer but then a well despised voice came over the islands vicinity.

"CAMPERS! GET YOUR BUTTS DOWN TO THE TALENT SHOW LOCATION WITHIN 15 MINUTES OR ELSE ITS A DOUBLE EILIMINATION TONIGHT!" With that, he ended his one-sided chat.

"This gives you something to do, Isaac! Now come on and GET UP!" He said as he grabbed his day clothes and rushed to change in the restroom.

"Well then, hurry up!" Isaac yelled.

At the location…

All the campers had gotten there with just 5 seconds to spare.

"Room for improvement, campers! Only 5 seconds left. Put a pep in your step next time, eh?" Chris exclaimed to the tired from running, panting campers.

"Bite...me..." Said Isaac furiously between breaths.

"No thank you!" Chris said, emphasizing every word. "Now the challenge will be a singing competition! Everyone on every team will song a song for Me, Chef, and Total Drama veteran Duncan!

Say hi to Duncan, everyone."

"When do I get paid, McLean?" Duncan said, obviously in a tone of annoyance that he was on here. "Anyways, guys and gals, here's a tip..." He leaned in closer towards the campers direction. "Don't give Chris satisfaction." he said before giving off as chuckle.

"Gee, thanks for the help..." Said Amanda with a groan.

"No problem." He said with an obviously funny-guy expression.

"Anyways!" Chris yelled to break the chatter. "The first team to go is the Kanines. And because I said so, before anyone asks."

"No one was gonna ask that..." James said, face-palming.

"Who's first?" Chef asked.

After a minute of chatter between the Kanines, Jacqueline stepped up. "I'll go." She said promptly.

"What song are you going to sing?" Chris asked to Jackie.

"Um...'Heart Attack' by Demi Lovato." Jacqueline said.

"Okay. One more thing, the three of us give a grade between one to ten. One is worst, and Ten is best. Alright, now lets do this." Chris said with a nod.

Duncan got the message from Chris's nod. "Whenever you're ready, Jacqueline." He said through the microphone.

Jackie took a clear of her throat, and let her singing do the talking for her.

Putting' my defenses up
'Cause I don't wanna fall in love
If I ever did that
I think I'd have a heart attack

Never put my love out on the line
Never said "Yes" to the right guy
Never had trouble getting what I want
But when it comes to you, I'm never good enough

When I don't care
I can play 'em like a Ken doll
Won't wash my hair
Then make 'em bounce like a basketball

But you make me wanna act like a girl
Paint my nails and wear high heels
Yes, you make me so nervous
That I just can't hold your hand

You make me glow,
But I cover up
Won't let it show,
So I'm...

Putting' my defenses up
'Cause I don't wanna fall in love
If I ever did that
I think I'd have a heart attack [3x]

Never break a sweat for the other guys
When you come around, I get paralyzed
And every time I try to be myself
It comes out wrong like a cry for help

It's just not fair
Pain's more trouble than love is worth
I gasp for air
It feels so good, but you know it hurts

But you make me wanna act like a girl
Paint my nails and wear perfume for you
Make me so nervous
That I just can't hold your hand

You make me glow,
But I cover up
Won't let it show,
So I'm...

Putting my defenses up
'Cause I don't wanna fall in love
If I ever did that
I think I'd have a heart attack [3x]

The feelings got lost in my lungs
They're burning, I'd rather be numb
And there's no one else to blame (no one else)
So scared I take off and i run
I'm flying too close to the sun
And I burst into flames

You make me glow,
But I cover up
Won't let it show,
So I'm...

Putting' my defenses up
'Cause I don't wanna fall in love
If I ever did that
I think I'd have a heart attack [5x]

Chris, Chef, and Duncan all gave approving nods.

Chris gave an 8. "Not too shabby, but room for improvement. Overall, good job."

Chef gave an 8 as well. "Singin' is mighty fine, Jacqueline. The movements up there were bland. No emphasis, no eye contact. Just spent all the time lookin' at the ground. But, good job."

Duncan gave a 7. "Average." Is all he said.

"So...overall, that's a score of 25! Good job." Chris said.

Jacqueline walked back to her group, all excited.

"Next up?" Chef asked.

After about 15 seconds, Isaac stepped up. "I guess I'll step up." He said cheerfully.

"Alright...what song are you singing?" Chris asked?

"How about...um...'Break' by Three Days Grace?"

"Hm...ah. Alright, Isaac. Whenever you're ready.

He stretched his arms, then sang the song.

Tonight, my head is spinning
I need something to pick me up
I've tried but nothing is working
I won't stop
I won't say I've had enough
Tonight, I start the fire
Tonight, I break away

[Chorus:]
Break away from everybody
Break away from everything
If you can't stand the way
This place is
Take yourself to higher places

(ohhh, ohhh)

At night I feel like a vampire
It's not right
I just can't give it up
I'll try to get myself higher
Let's go
We're going to light it up
Tonight we start the fire
Tonight we break away

[Chorus:]
Break away from everybody
Break away from everything
If you can't stand the way
This place is
Take yourself to higher places

If you can't stand the way this place is
Take (take) yourself (yourself)
To higher places

[Chorus:]
Break away from everybody
Break away from everything
If you can't stand the way
This place is
Take yourself to higher places

(ohh…higher places)
(ohh…to higher places)
(ohh…higher places)
Take yourself to higher places…..

Chris gave an 8, Chef gave a 9, and Duncan gave a 9.

All said the same thing simultaneously. "Great, but not that great."

While the three judges looked at each other all weirdly, Isaac went back to his team, happy with his score of 26 points.

"Anyways...who is next for the song singing?" Duncan asked to the team.

Lilly immediately stepped up. "I'll sing."

Chris was surprised. "Ok then, what are you gonna sing?"

Lilly promptly answered. "'Fight Song' by Rachel Platten."

Chef immediately found the music. "Really popular, I guess…Anyways, whenever you are ready, Lilly."

Lilly took in a deep breath. And then she started singing the song.

Like a small boat
On the ocean
Sending big waves
Into motion
Like how a single word
Can make a heart open
I might only have one match
But I can make an explosion

And all those things I didn't say
Wrecking balls inside my brain
I will scream them loud tonight
Can you hear my voice this time?

This is my fight song
Take back my life song
Prove I'm alright song
My power's turned on
Starting right now I'll be strong
I'll play my fight song
And I don't really care if nobody else believes
'Cause I've still got a lot of fight left in me

Losing friends and I'm chasing sleep
Everybody's worried about me
In too deep
Say I'm in too deep (in too deep)
And it's been two years
I miss my home
But there's a fire burning in my bones
Still believe
Yeah, I still believe

And all those things I didn't say
Wrecking balls inside my brain
I will scream them loud tonight
Can you hear my voice this time?

This is my fight song
Take back my life song
Prove I'm alright song
My power's turned on
Starting right now I'll be strong
I'll play my fight song
And I don't really care if nobody else believes
'Cause I've still got a lot of fight left in me

A lot of fight left in me

Like a small boat
On the ocean
Sending big waves
Into motion
Like how a single word
Can make a heart open
I might only have one match
But I can make an explosion

This is my fight song (Hey!)
Take back my life song (Hey!)
Prove I'm alright song (Hey!)
My power's turned on
Starting right now I'll be strong (I'll be strong)
I'll play my fight song
And I don't really care if nobody else believes
'Cause I've still got a lot of fight left in me

No I've still got a lot of fight left in me.

The three judges were surprised. She struck ever note correct, she matched the pitch, everything was completely flawless.

So what did they do? Chris gave a 10, Chef gave a 10, and Duncan gave a 9. That's a total of 29 points people!

Chris was actually...clapping?! "Its gonna be really tough to beat that score! Bravo, Emily."

Lilly gave off a smile and skipped back to her team.

Isaac was still wide-eyed.

000(Start confessional: Isaac) -Haven't been seeing these a lot huh?-

"Such a beautiful voice." He said before emitting a sigh. A second later, he slapped himself. "Get it together, man! He then lowered his hand from his face. "Don't tell me I'm falling for her." He then got lost in space thinking about her. A second later, he slapped himself again. "Yep, I fell for Lilly..." He said before sighing.

000(End confessional: Isaac)

Amanda stepped up before the judges could ask. "I'll be singing Let It Go by Idina Menzel."

Chris started going wide-eyed as Chef played the music. "No...no...NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Layne also covered his ears from the other teams view.

And with that, Amanda began to sing the god-awful Disney tune.{2}

The snow glows white on the mountain tonight
Not a footprint to be seen
A kingdom of isolation,
And it looks like I'm the queen.

The wind is howling like this swirling storm inside
Couldn't keep it in, heaven knows I tried!

Don't let them in, don't let them see
Be the good girl you always have to be
Conceal, don't feel, don't let them know
Well, now they know!

Let it go, let it go
Can't hold it back anymore
Let it go, let it go
Turn away and slam the door!

I don't care
What they're going to say
Let the storm rage on,
The cold never bothered me anyway!

It's funny how some distance
Makes everything seem small
And the fears that once controlled me
Can't get to me at all!

It's time to see what I can do
To test the limits and break through
No right, no wrong, no rules for me I'm free!

Let it go, let it go
I am one with the wind and sky
Let it go, let it go
You'll never see me cry!

Here I stand
And here I'll stay
Let the storm rage on!

My power flurries through the air into the ground
My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around
And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast
I'm never going back,
The past is in the past!

Let it go, let it go
When I'll rise like the break of dawn
Let it go, let it go
That perfect girl is gone!

Here I stand
In the light of day
Let the storm rage on,
The cold never bothered me anyway!

The three were trying not to scream. It was 3 minutes of hell and ear-rape. At lease in their case. They gave a 7, an 8, and a seven.

"That's 22 points...dang..." Amanda mumbled to herself as she walked back to her team.

Emily stepped up, and that only left Cooper after-wards.

"Why not do a scary song for Halloween, huh?" She thought to herself.

"I'm gonna be singing Hide and Seek by Unknown."

"Unknown?" Chris asked. "That a singer or something?"

Emily face palmed. "I don't know who it is, dummy."

"Oh..." Chris mumbled. "Anyways, Chef found the beat, and Duncan and I are all ears. Whenever you're ready."

Emily started to sing right after he said that.

Ding Dong
I know you can hear me
Open up the door
I only want to play a little

Ding Dong
You can't keep me waiting
It's already too late
For you to try and run away

I see you through the window
Our eyes are locked together
I can sense your horror
Though I'd like to see it closer

Ding Dong
Here I come to find you
Hurry up and run
Let's play a little game and have fun

Ding Dong
Where is it you've gone to?
Do you think you've won?
Our game of hide and seek has just begun

I hear your footsteps
Thumping loudly through the hallways
I can hear your sharp breaths
You're not very good at hiding

Just wait, you can't hide from me (I'm coming)
Just wait, you can't hide from me (I'm coming)
Just wait, you can't hide from me (I'm coming)
Just wait, you can't hide from me

Knock Knock
I am at your door now
I am coming in
No need for me to ask permission

Knock Knock
I'm inside your room, now
Where is it you've hid?
Our game of hide and seek's about to end

I'm coming closer
Looking underneath your bed but,
You're not there, I wonder
Could you be inside the closet?

Ding Dong
I have found you

Ding Dong
You were hiding here
(Now you're it)

Ding Dong
Finally found you, dear
(Now you're it)

Ding Dong
Looks like I have won
(Now you're it)

Ding Dong
Pay the consequence

Ding Dong
Looks like I have won
(Now you're it)

Ding Dong
Pay the consequence…..

Chris, Chef, and Duncan all looked at each other and gave off a nod, Chris held up an 8, Chef held up a 9, and so did Duncan. It was a score of 26 points, which was the same score as Isaac.

"At least its not the worst." Emily mumbled to herself, amused mildly as she walked back to her team.

"The only one that's left for this team is that Cooper kid." Duncan said. "So, what song is it gonna be, dude?"

Cooper thought for a good 5 seconds, then came up with a song to sing. "'Cheerleader' by Omi." He said.

Chef raised an eyebrow, while Chris and Duncan face palmed. "Can't wait to see how this turns out..." Chris said before he coughed. "Whenever you're ready, Cooper."

Cooper cleared his throat, then began.

When I need motivation
My one solution is my queen
'Cause she stays strong
Yeah, yeah
She is always in my corner
Right there when I want her
All these other girls are tempting
But I'm empty when you're gone
And they say

Do you need me?
Do you think I'm pretty?
Do I make you feel like cheating?
I'm like no, not really 'cause

Oh, I think that I've found myself a cheerleader
She is always right there when I need her
Oh, I think that I've found myself a cheerleader
She is always right there when I need her

She walks like a model
She grants my wishes
Like a genie in a bottle
Yeah, yeah
'Cause I'm the wizard of love
And I got the magic wand
All these other girls are tempting
But I'm empty when you're gone
And they say

Do you need me?
Do you think I'm pretty?
Do I make you feel like cheating?
I'm like no, not really 'cause

Oh, I think that I've found myself a cheerleader
She is always right there when I need her
Oh, I think that I've found myself a cheerleader
She is always right there when I need her

[Instrumental break]

(Mmm)

She gives me love and affection
Baby, did I mention
You're the only girl for me
No, I don't need a next one
Mama loves you too
She thinks I made the right selection
Now all that's left to do
Is just for me to pop the question

Oh, I think that I've found myself a cheerleader
She is always right there when I need her
Oh, I think that I've found myself a cheerleader
She is always right there when I need her.

All judges gave an approving nod, as he performance was, in their minds, average but captivating. They all gave 8s, which was a score of 24.

Cooper did a fist pump as he ran back to his team, ending the teams turn. It was now the Vipers turn to sing. With a capital S.

"Alright! The Kanines score is 152 out of 180! Can the Vipers outclass them? Who is first for the Vipers, on a related note?" He turned towards the Vipers team. Layne stepped up. "I'll go first." He said with a cheer.

"Whaddya gonna sing?" Chris asked the video gaming teen.

"'Something Strange' by MandoPony."{3}

"Alright, dude...lets hear it." Duncan said aloud. "Whenever you're ready to start off, just do it."

Layne popped on a Luigi hat and began to sing the Luigis Mansion tune.

I am all alone
But I feel them all around
I try not to think about it
Or make a sound

This gift is a curse
'Cause I won a booby prize
Now my brother's gone missing
And I can't believe my eyes

But I know he's here somewhere
These spooky spirits
Are flying through
The air

Where did you go?
Oh, Mario?
I'll find you I swear!

OH, WHAT A MANSION
WHAT AN AWFUL NIGHT
BUT I WON'T ABANDON YOU
SOMETHING STRANGE
HAS TAKEN YOU AWAY
AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO

I'm cleaning house
Getting rid of every boo
My Poltergust is busting up
This haunted zoo

From the attic to the
Basement floor
I won't be tormented
Any more

My brother needs me
So I've got to give my all
I found him hanging
On the side of the wall!

What did he do...
That awful King Boo?
I'm gonna make him fall!

OH, WHAT A MANSION
WHAT AN AWFUL NIGHT
BUT I WON'T ABANDON YOU
SOMETHING STRANGE
HAS TAKEN YOU AWAY
BUT I KNOW JUST WHAT TO DO

OH, WHAT A MANSION
WHAT AN AWESOME SIGHT
I'D NEVER ABANDON YOU
SOMETHING STRANGE
MAY HAVE HAPPENED IN THE NIGHT
BUT TOGETHER WE
MADE IT THROUGH!

Layne took off the Luigi cap. It gave him hat hair.

All the judges gave a nine to Laynes song. Of course, it was about video games, since Laynes personality just spoke electronics. But nevertheless, it was above average.

"That's a total score of 27 points, Layne. Good job." Chef said.

Layne gave off a smile as he walked back to his team.

"Who's next?" Chris asked as the Vipers eventually settled on James to go up and sing.

"Alright, James. What are you going to sing, man?" Duncan asked the teen.

"'Watch Me Whip/Nae Nae' by Silento." He said, doing his best to hold back a smirk.

Chris nearly flipped. "No! NONO! NONONONO! I will give you an 8, Chef will give you an 8, and Duncan will give you a 9 if you do not sing that song!" Chris yelled in mercy, somewhat.

James shrugged. "Okay, fine. I'll accept my score of 25 points." And with that, he turned to walk back to his team. But he was chuckling through the walk back.

000(Begin confessional: James)

"Sure, I am a nice person. But being nice comes with its perks." He chuckled. "One of them is being as clever as a fox." He then snapped his finger. "But, nevertheless, I'm willing to help people and get them outta trouble when the time presents itself. If it ever does." He shrugged. "Well, we'll cross the bridge when we come to it!"

000(End confessional: James)

"Thank God..." Chris mumbled. "Anyways, who's next in the competition?"

Trace stepped up angrily. "No one is going next! We forfeit!" he yelled.

"WHAT?!" His entire team yelled.

"Oh, well, then!" Chris shrugged, then gave Duncan the $500 dollars he promised. "There's your money." He turned to Chef. "Chef, take him to the helicopter, will ya? Take him to his home."

Chef did as he was told, and after he left eye shot, Chris turned to the Vipers. "Better luck next time, Vipers! And, better luck trying to keep his mouth shut eh?" He chuckled. "Anyways, Kanines, you guys win. Go get some rest, you've earned it. As for the Vipers, be at the elimination ceremony within 2 hours, or else its a double elimination tonight. Ciao!" He said as he walked off.

(Vipers Cabin(Boys))

Markus was having an amazing time talking to James on how he made Chris nearly flip out on national television. "Were you actually gonna sing it?" he asked.

James chuckled. "Heck, no, man. I don't even know how to bop." He smiled as he took a sip of water from a glass. "What to do?"

Markus then remembered something he wanted to ask. "So, James, I've been wondering...would you like to be an alliance?"

James put down the water and scratched his chin lightly with his finger. "Hmm… Why me, though?"

"Well, its simple." Markus stood up, walking circles around James as we went. "See, you're one of, if not the, nicest people here. But you also have an untapped mean side, from my knowledge. That could be used to an advantage. I might be sounding mean, but I'm speaking truth here." Markus sat down next to James again. "So, you in or what?" He stuck out his hand for a handshake.

James shook his hand with joy. "I'll do whatever it takes, bro."

Both did a nod before waiting once again for the ceremony to come up.

(Vipers Cabin(Girls))

Scarlett sighed. She really hoped she wouldn't go home tonight. Cleo left the last they lost the challenge. She, however, wanted to last longer.

"If Trace hadn't said that, we might have won this!" She groaned in a tone of annoyance. "Yet again, the authors hands must have been getting very tired by the ending of this chapter."{4}

She sighed. "Better wait for the ceremony...again." She then plopped her head down on her pillow and waited.

-2 hours later at the ceremony…-

Chris was there in front of the Vipers. "Campers, I am happy you could join me tonight!" He yelled, obviously stuffing it to the brim with sarcasm.

"Yeah, yeah, yeah..." Can we please hurry up this ceremony, McLean?" Layne yelled. "I'm tired."

"Hmph...fine. The one are...everyone except Trace and Thomas." Chris said as he threw the marshmallows to the four safe campers.

Thomas and Trace looked at each other, afraid.

"Thomas, you're on the chopping block for..." He face palmed. "'Your bewitching good looks' the card says...WHO WROTE THIS?!"

000(Start confessional: Thomas)

"Hey, I'm handsome. Sue me."

000(End confessional: Thomas)

He cleared his throat. "And Trace, you're on the chopping block for an obvious reason that everybody knows! And that's why, the one that's leaving is…

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.Trace. Sorry, not sorry, but you're out."

Trace took in a deep breath. "I see. I've learned from my mistake today, but I will not fear, as I will look back on it and transform my mistakes into victories. But that will have to wait. See you all until next time." He walked off to the Dock of Shame.

Scarlett blinked as if Trace had spoken in a different language. "He sounded like the nerdiest super villain but he didn't know how to be a villain correctly."

-At the Dock of Shame-

Chris was talking to trace as he was on the boat. "Trace, Trace, Trace...you played an awesome game. Sure, you didn't make it far. But you still made your point. You played smart, and acted smarter. But the smartness kinda went away today after you said you guys were gonna forfeit. See you at the Plaza, Trace." He yelled to the driver. "He's ready, dude!"

The boat drove off on the waters as the moonlight shined on the waves of the water. After the boat was out of sight, Chris turned towards the camera with a mischievous smile and an even more mischievous mind.

"How's that for an episode, huh? Sure, the activity got cut short, and I nearly flipped out on TV...and we all got to see Duncan again! Wasn't that fun? Anywho, we got an entirely new, fun, stragetical challenge for you guys next time on here, so don't miss out! And find out what will happen here on Total...Drama...Island!

-Fade to Black-

Mr. Zzarzz has some numbers to clear up, so here it goes! And don't switch you computer tabs, neither!(You can if you want :P )

{1}-I'm a fourth-wall breaking little bastard, ain't I?

{2}-I like the movie, and the song is somewhat catchy, tbh. But be honest here, wouldn't you get tired of a song that NEVER GETS DONE BEING SUNG?

{3}-MandoPony is a very good YouTuber who sings songs about FnaF, and various other Nintendo games as well. I recommend him if you guys like video gaming music, such as I.

{4}-I'm still a little fourth-wall breaking bastard. Tee hee hee!

Thats the numbers, now here's a message from the mind of Inky Zzarzz.

This took an incredibly long time to do, and I have the blisters on my fingers to show it. I was driven to do and finish this chapter this week. I started it last week, but only got little done since...school. -dun dun dun!-

But yes, this is the official Chapter 3 of TDOC, lemme know if I can improve on anything, or some plot line ideas! I'd absolutely love to hear them. But, alas, this cunning, cool, computer-crazy cephalopod must go else where and work on my story once again.

But on a serious note, thanks for all of the support you've given me. I couldn't have been motivated without your positive words and encouragement. Even behind a computer, your words have climbed into my heart and stayed there. It's that heartwarming.

This is Inky Zzarzz, signing off from my longest chapter, with about 5,000 words and 27,000+ characters!

Leave a review if you enjoyed, and-(Seriously, Inky, you're going over the same stuff again! Just sign off!)

Alright, fine, mysterious voice in my head. Maybe I will. This is Inky Zzarzz, ACTUALLY signing off. Hear that voice? Yeah, I did what you told me to do!

(Thank you, Inky, and Thank you guys for all the support. Stay cool. :) Ciao! )

-Inky Zzarzz