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Ben's Note of Sheer Awesome: … You know, online drama sucks. I hate it. I also hate having to write speech outlines. They're so tedious and evil. Ugh, murder those cheesing outlines. Anyway, a good friend of mine has left one of my websites (Deviantart, for those who care) and I've been kind of depressed about it. But, nothing I can do to change the past, right? I have to move on, and thus, I wrote this chapter to cover up my depression!

Also, for those who care, I've updated my profile. Specifically the top. Do not abuse the thing I have posted there. I don't need sheep in a dancing carriage. Well, I won't mind some sheep in my fancy carriage, but… oh, you guys know what I mean!

Prompt 68: Reconnect

Neb felt as though his life was a set series of events. Go to a universe, save someone's life, have Maddie play a game of Go Fish with him, and steal on of Lily Bo Peep's sheep. It was the same over and over again.

Except when it came to Lizzie.

Neb was always there for Lizzie, even if she didn't need him to be. He figured it was a heroic move on his part. Lizzie just called him over-protective and to go away. Neb didn't mind though, because he knew that she would always appreciate he loved her, even if she didn't always seem like it.

"We aren't that different, she and I," Neb said aloud.

"What? You were out of context again," Maddie said. They were currently playing a game of Go Fish, with Maddie winning.

"Kitty and I. We aren't that different from each other," Neb said. "She's always there for Alistair, even though Alistair doesn't always need her. She loves him with all her heart and won't give up trying to be by his side. I'm the exact same way with Lizzie."

Maddie giggled. "You're telling the audience you aren't a bad guy, aren't you?" Maddie asked him.

"Well, I was trying to go for the subtle approach, but whatever," Neb grumbled. "Got any fives?"

Alistair and Kitty were silent as they sat next to each other on their bench. Kitty's tears had been dried and she was currently cuddling with Alistair. Alistair didn't dare say anything to her, letting her collect her thoughts. Finally, she said, "I've been teleporting without permission."

Alistair was stunned. "What…"

"And I lost your locket."

"Wha…"

"And Neb smashed your locket."

"Kitty…"

"And Dark Kitty tried to kill me."

Alistair stared at his girlfriend. "And you didn't think it was a good idea to tell me because you thought I would be mad?" he asked.

"You know me so well…"

"Kitty… it's just my locket," Alistair said. "I'm not mad at you for that. Sure, I'm a little upset you decided to teleport when it could obviously be the death of you and neglected to tell me about Dark Kitty, but I would never be mad at you for a mistake."

"I know… I just… felt so bad," Kitty said miserably. "I guess… I was blinded by my own darkness…even though my intentions were pure. I'm sorry Alistair…"

Alistair sighed but hugged Kitty closer. "It's ok Kitty," he said. "Is Dark Kitty still bothering you?"

"No… at least, not for now," she said, smiling a small smile. "I kind of kicked her mental butt before you showed up."

Alistair smiled at her. "That's my girl," he said.

"And that's my cat. Only Kitty's not mine, she's yours," Neb said, walking up to the couple. Kitty's gaze averted from looking at Neb and Alistair merely glared. "I take it I'm not the man of the hour today."

"You smashed my locket," Kitty grumbled. "I know why you did it… but you didn't have to be a jerk about it."

"First of all, I had good reason to be a jerk, because I knew I was going to lose my game of Go Fish with Maddie!" Neb defended. "Second, you had to defeat the darkness in your heart. I was only trying to be a good friend in the only way I know how."

Kitty sighed, but looked over at Neb. "I…" she tried to say.

"Third, I didn't really smash your locket."

Silence.

"But… the pieces are right there," Alistair said, pointing the pieces on the ground.

"Yeah, that's my locket," Neb said. He reached into his pocket and produced another locket identical to the one Neb smashed. He clicked the button to reveal Alistair and Kitty's picture. "This one is yours."

Kitty jumped off the bench and grabbed her locket happily. "Oh, thank you!" Kitty said and hugged Neb. Neb was stunned at the contact and awkwardly stood there as Kitty hugged him.

"I'm a hugger, not a kisser, but I suck at hugs," Neb sat flatly. Kitty let go of him and gave him a weak smile.

"Sorry I… yelled at you," Kitty said.

"And I'm sorry you don't listen to me the first time," he said. Alistair stood up, walked over, and smacked Neb across the head. "Fine! Geez… I'm sorry for faking to destroy your locket and get you to face the darkness inside you."

"It's ok," Kitty said, smiling lightly. "Care to join us? We weren't doing anything important."

"Pass. I don't like disrupting romantic moments," Neb refused.

Alistair frowned. "You love disrupting romantic moments," Alistair said.

"Besides, I have to go play another game of Go Fish with Maddie," Neb continued, ignoring Alistair's comment. "And unlike last time, I'll win. I feel it. In my gut."

"Have fun with that," Kitty giggled. "And next time… don't destroy something I care about to teach me a lesson."

"Will not don't not do!" Neb saluted, turning around. He started to walk away, only to pause for a moment. "Oh, and you better hold up your end of the bargain. I gave you your locket. I'm the best man ever, if you catch my drift. Later Kitty."

Kitty blushed as Neb walked away, leaving Alistair confused. "What did that mean?" he asked.

"Oh… I'll tell you later if it ever becomes relevant," Kitty said, still a deep shade of red.

BN: Did I save Neb's character? I hope I did… If I didn't, ah well. I'm going to try writing a chapter for Her Number here soon, so if this didn't save him, that will. This chapter was meant to tie up the locket arc by doing one of the few clichés I love: having an object not be a major part of the relationship. Everyone knew Alistair wasn't going to be mad at Kitty for losing the locket. He was far more concerned about her teleporting. I felt as though, while predictable, this arc was a great way of having a bit of darkness but not have it be over powering. I like it.

The next chapter might be delayed. I have a speech outline to write, a Her Number chapter I promised to write, some other things I need to do, and a dancing sheep running around my room. But don't worry, I won't be gone too long! Peace!

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