Hey there everyone! I got another chapter for Unlikely Friends here for you. Thankfully now that school's out I'll get to write more. However, I'll have less access to wifi so you'll probably get several chapters in a chunk. Sorry about that. I don't want to talk too much in the front of this but I'm going to give a little announcement down at the bottom. Make sure you read that okay?
"Bonnie! About time you got here slowpoke!" He looked away from the ground to see Chica waving at him. Beside her was another anthropomorphic fox. This one, however, had snow white fur, patches of pink coloring her stomach, chest, and the top of her muzzle. She looked at them as they approached, tail flicking. "This is Vixey, my new roommate."
"I go by Mangle," the she-fox stated, a sly smirk on her face.
"Why Mangle?" Bonnie felt he had to ask.
"There was an incident with a kid in eighth grade. It's okay though, he's out of the hospital now." Bonnie swallowed thickly.
"R-right," he said, "Well I'm Bonnie and these are my roommates Freddy and Foxy. Guys this is my friend Chica." Chica grinned, waving despite the fact that they were only a few feet from her.
"So these are your roommates Foxy," Mangle said. The russet fox nodded. Chica looked between them, mouth open slightly.
"Wait," she said, "you two know each other?"
"We sure do," Mangle replied, "and quite well too. Once we spent nine months together in a small, enclosed space completely naked. We also used to share a bed quite often." Bonnie felt his face heat up and heard Freddy cough awkwardly. Foxy sighed.
"Before she says anything else that throws your heads in the gutter further this is my twin sister," Foxy said, "She's...strange to say the least. Well, more like insane I suppose."
"Hey!" Mangle said, sticking her tongue out at her brother.
"Like you don't take it as a complement." Golden eyes glittered as Mangle's smirk found its way back to her face.
"Of course I do," She stated with a laugh. She jumped at Foxy, nearly knocking him over as he struggled to shove her off.
"So Chica," Bonnie asked, trying to turn his attention from the two crazy siblings, "where were you thinking of hanging out?"
"There's a pizza place down the street," Chica explained, "I thought it'd be a nice place to hang out. Mangle already agreed."
"Foxy, Freddy, are you guys good for getting pizza?" he asked.
"I would love to," Freddy replied from where he was attempting to break up the twins.
"I'm game," Foxy said, "Now Mangle, get off." She pouted but hopped up. Freddy held out a hand to help Foxy up but he simply ignored it. Bonnie cocked his head slightly, one ear twitching. What was Foxy's problem with Freddy?
"Stop staring off into space Bonnie!" Chica said, grabbing his arm, "Let's go already!"
"Okay, okay," Bonnie said, watching her bounce off down the sidewalk. They walked after her in a comfortable silence until Foxy broke it by leaning over to whisper in his ear.
"Hey, you two dating or something?" Bonnie shook his head wildly.
"N-no!" he said before calming. "We're just good friends." Foxy shrugged and said nothing, looking off into space. Bonnie watched him for a few more moments before shaking it off. The fox certainly was strange.
They entered the pizzeria and Chica ran to the front counter, calling back for them to grab a table. Bonnie chuckled softly and slid into one of the larger booths. Freddy settled beside him, Mangle and Foxy sitting across from them. It was so strange yet comforting at the same time, Bonnie nearly smiled to himself. It appeared he'd finally found a few friends for once. His inner smile faded when he heard a startled yelp from Chica and turned to see what was happening.
Chica was standing in front of a group of three anthropomorphics that Bonnie hadn't seen yet. One was a chicken like Chica, though shorter and clothed in expensive looking garments. Beside her stood a pristine looking blue rabbit and a bear dressed in a football uniform. From the looks of it Chica had just bumped into the other girl. "Who are they?" He asked, looking back at the other three sitting with him.
"The girl in the middle is Chelsea," Freddy said calmly, "She's the head cheerleader and-"
"A major bitch," Mangle cut in. Freddy sighed.
"I wish I could argue against that," he commented, "but I cannot."
"The rabbit is Brendan," Mangle said, "he's about as stuck up as they get. All he cares about is his own appearance and money. If you aren't good looking enough or rich enough he won't even talk to you."
"And finally you have Fletcher," Foxy said, drumming his fingers on the table, "Quarterback for the football team, cocky douche-"
"And my little brother," Freddy finished with a sigh. Foxy ignored him, still glaring daggers at the other bear.
"Those three are trouble wherever they go," he stated. Bonnie looked back to see Chica trying to move past them. Chelsea grabbed her arm, a very pissed off expression n her face. Chica was jerked to a halt, nearly dropping the pizza and tray of drinks she had in her hands.
"Look I already apologized for running into you," Chica huffed, "now back off."
"No way," Chelsea said, "you need to learn your place new girl."
"Here we go again," Mangle said standing. Foxy grabbed her arm, trying to seat her again.
"Don't start something," he hissed. She shook him off, stalking towards them. Foxy slumped in his seat with a sigh. "I swear she's gonna piss off the wrong person one of these days." Bonnie turned his attention back to Mangle who was now face to face with Chesea.
"Look you prissy brat, knock off your crap and let her go," the fox demanded. Chelsea only huffed, glaring her blue eyes at Mangle. She kept her grip on Chica's arm.
"Well, well, if it isn't the mangy mutt," Chelsea replied before looking at Chica, "you sure picked some freaks to hang out with new girl." She looked back at an agitated Mangle, a small smirk on her face. "Besides, the new girl here nearly spilled her drinks on me."
"Might make that outfit look better Chelsea," Mangle replied. The other girl huffed but released Chica's arm.
"I don't have to take that from someone like you," she said. Fletcher moved as if to make a move but Freddy was up in an instant, striding over to the group as more eyes turned to see what was going on.
"That's enough," he broke in. Chelsea immediately went from angry to smiling, latching onto Freddy's arm with a small pout.
"Fredrick," she said, "can you believe it? This mangy fox just started antagonizing me."
"You lying little-" Mangle started but Freddy cut her off.
"I am not blind Chelsea," he said, "I saw the whole situation. One which you started by the way. Now, if you would please let go of me I would like to go back to my table." She looked up with a cock of her head, seeing where he was motioning too. With a sly smile she bounced over, Brendan and Fletcher behind her.
"Well then," she said, looking at Bonnie, "you must be new as well. My name's Chelsea. What's yours?"
"None of your business," he said, turning his gaze away from her and closing his eyes.
"Not very sociable are you."
"Not to people who try and torment my friends."
"So you're a freak like her I see," the chicken replied, trying to get a response. Bonnie gave her none. He heard a growl from the other side of the table and opened his eyes. Brendan had seated himself beside Foxy, a none-to-friendly smile on his face. Fletcher stood over the table, a glare aimed at the fox.
"You three better back off," he growled, tense as a spring.
"Or what fox," Brendan challenged, "you'll beat me up?"
"He couldn't even if he tried," Fletcher sneered, "he may be a jock but it's not like he's strong or anything. Only thing he's good for is running around in circles." Foxy stood, claws digging into the wooden table. Thankfully Freddy chose that moment to reach the table, Mangle and Chica in tow.
"Enough," he said again, "you three are making a disturbance. Now I suggest you leave." Brendan and Fletcher looked ready to retort when Chelsea stood.
"Fine," she said, "but only cause you asked Fredrick." He sighed, sitting back down as the trio left.
"They're certainly...interesting," Bonnie commented. Mangle and Chica slid into the booth beside Foxy.
"That's one way of putting it," Mangle said, "its too bad that you had to meet them on the first day of school though. Guess it's a good thing you met us first."
"I'd never be friends with someone like her," Chica said, grabbing a piece of pizza, "I can't stand them." They gradually relaxed after that, enjoying their meal and chatting like old friends even though they'd just met. All except for Foxy who stayed tense and silent in the corner of the booth, barely touching any of the food. Bonnie wondered what was on his mind.
Eventually they left, walking back towards the school. Chica, Mangle and Freddy were chatting in front of Bonnie, laughing about some story he'd missed. Foxy had disappeared at some point, a fact that worried Bonnie to no end, but Mangle assured them that he always did that. With that he was forced to let it go. However when an hour after he and Freddy got to their dorm Foxy had yet to return his worry returned. Especially when it started raining.
"Do you think he's all right?" Bonnie asked absently, picking at his guitar strings.
"I'm sure he's fine," Freddy replied from where he was reading a book on his bed, "likely my brother set him off. He'll come back when he's ready. I bet he's in the gym or something."
"Really?" he asked. Freddy shrugged.
"Honestly I do not know," he said, "I'm not familiar with the training patterns of jocks." Bonnie sighed and set his guitar aside, picking up his cell. There was a text from Chica.
Chica: Any sign of him?
He replied a quick 'no' and set it down again. He was about to get up and go looking for his other roommate when Foxy returned, soaking wet and still looking pissed off. "We've been worrying about you," Freddy said without looking up.
"Whatever," Foxy replied, rummaging through his bag. Bonnie watched as Freddy shut the book and set it aside.
"There's no need to be so hostile with us," Freddy said, "we only want to help."
"Some people don't want help rich boy," Foxy retorted, stalking towards the door with a dry set of clothes in his hands, "so how about you butt out of my life okay. I don't need your damn pity." He left without letting the bear reply. Bonnie stood, ready to go after the fox but Freddy shook his head.
"Leave him be," he said, his voice taking on a strange, almost sad, tone, "sometimes all someone needs is space." Reluctantly he sat down again, deciding to busy himself looking over his schedule. Trying desperately not to feel as if he'd just messed up.
As if he'd just ruined a new found friendship already.
First things first, we meet some new characters here. In case you didn't know Chelsea is Toy Chica, Brendan is Toy Bonnie, and Fletcher is Toy Freddy. They'll show up more later on.
Second, my announcement to all of the people who read my stories. I don't want to be all sappy but I really love all of you guys out there. Every comment I get from you guys just makes me smile. To keep writing these chapters is so hard and sometimes I just feel like they aren't going anywhere. When I say that your comments keep me writing I mean it. Seeing how many people truly want to read what I write...It's amazing. You guys are so special to me and I love the support you all give. You're my lifeline. Thank you for making me feel like I can be somebody on here. I love you all and just to say thanks I'll be posting two more chapters today. One more for this and one for Golden Curse. Hopefully you guys enjoy them.
Thank you everyone. Until the next chapter.