Evan's POV:

The weekend has come, I nervously look at the clock knowing that any moment Zoey and Cole would arrive. Mia meanwhile is in the living room, bringing out any toys and other games we can play. Everyone else is off doing their own thing with Oliva and Liam in the kitchen, and Leo and Emily are in their rooms. I have been thinking about this day all week, hoping that it would go well. I can tell the family wants to go well; I can see their nervousness. Mia looks confident however, but I am not surprised, that just another similarity she has to Lizzy.

My thoughts are interrupted when I hear a knock at the door. Slowly walking forward, I open it. Standing at the door is Zoey and Cole, with them are their parents. After their parents introduce themselves, Zoey and Cole rush through the door.

"This is so exciting; I can't believe the day is finally here!" Cole says in his usual energetic voice. Zoey is equally excited as she spots all the toys and games in the living room. Cole rushes to join her as he starts to dig through the pile of toys and games.

"Yes, than- thanks again for coming over." I say with a slight stutter. While I feel extremely nervous, I also feel happy at the thought of having a real play date with other kids. It's not like back in my world where the kids around my neighborhood were just doing it to be just to be polite. Everyone here seems genuinely excited.

Leo's POV:

As I walk down the stairs I can already hear laughing. Looking towards the living room I see Evan and Mia's and their friends playing. Evan has a genuine smile on his face, the sight of which warms my heart. Hopefully now that he is playing with other kids his age, it will be a more common sight. Walking over to the fridge I grab a drink, but before I go upstairs, I look over at mom and dad. They have taken a break from making lunch and there quietly observing the kids playing, I can tell they are just as overjoyed as I am.

"He's having fun. They all are, I could watch this all day."

"Ya, it feels great to see Evan being able to relax. He's been through a lot." I say to dad. We all know that whatever happened, was traumatizing for Evan. It all shows in his behavior.

"That reminds me. After this is over, we plan to talk to Evan about what he experienced. That way we can finally get an understanding of what he went through." I knew that this was coming eventually. Mom and dad have been talking about doing this after Evan got settled in and everything. I just wish it didn't have to be today, after seeing him so happy. But the longer we leave it unresolved the more of a problem it will become. Even though he has been happier recently, I can still see when he is thinking about the past. Sometimes he just stares off, mom and dad say it has to do with ptsd. Whenever we approach Evan, it will have to be sensitive and patient with it.

Walking up the stairs I glance back at Evan. I know that he is still nervous around me, but we are making progress. That smile on his face is enough to tell that.

Evan's POV:

It has been ages since I felt this way. To play with other kids my age and be able to relax around them. I haven't felt this way since Lizzy- I feel my blood run cold at the thought. Mia has many characteristics that reminded me of Lizzy. Her energetic nature, and her niceness. I missed having a sister, the thought of which brings a tear to my eyes. But I quickly try to get back to playing. I know I will never be able to forget what happened, but I finally have an opportunity to act like a regular kid my age and have fun.

Fredbear is on the couch, I can tell that she is happy for me. But I can still see it in her eyes, that she is still on high alert searching for any threats. She is still puzzled by the existence of the Fazbear brand. But she hasn't felt the presence of the Nightmares yet, which I am thankful for. Oliva and Liam have been monitoring my sleep ever since Emily found me wake, slowly they have been getting me to go to sleep at regular times. The thought still terrifies me of being asleep and having one of the Nightmares at my bedside ready to pounce! But with Fredbear's reassurance and Oliva and Liam's compassion, I have been able to put that thought aside.

"Evan, are you ok?" I glance over and see Zoey looking at me with concern in her eyes, she must have noticed that I was deep in thought.

"Yes, sorry I was just thinking of something." Zoey gives me a friendly smile; she knows that I was thinking of something painful. But I can tell by the expression that she wants to help.

"Maybe we can play outside, the two of you have a great backyard!" A change of scenery would probably help me relax; I can tell that was what Zoey's was intending. I smile as a way to say thanks, and after asking Oliva and Liam we make our way outside. The yard is pretty nice with a garden to the side and a trampoline near the back. Cole's eyes widen at the site of the trampoline, and he rushes to be the first one on. After putting Fredbear on a table next to the door, I make my way over to the trampoline. Taking our shoes off we climb on as well.

"Is Fredbear your favorite Five Nights at Freddy's character? It seems like your favorite toy." Five Nights at Freddy's? They didn't call it Fredbear Dinner or any other location that daddy owns. It doesn't sound like any kind of restaurant name; it could possibly be another thing related to the company. I can tell that Fredbear is listening to every word of this conversation after hearing the subject. Hopefully one of us can find out what it means.

"Yes, out of all of the characters there, definitely my favorite."

"Did you hear how the Ruin DLC just came out! It's so exciting!" Ruin DLC? From the time I have been here, I heard DLC be mentioned a couple of times. I think it has to do with videogames and downloadable content, the advancements that this world has is still mind blowing. I know that Olivia and Liam mentioned a game earlier. But what Fazbear has to do with video games I am still clueless about.

"By the way, I know that the games are not your thing. So why do you like Fredbear?" I feel uneasy as I think of what to say. Fredbear is a very sensitive topic for me. But now that I have got to know them and see their genuine concern for me, I feel like I can trust them with it.

"Fredbear has always been there for me in my moments of trouble. With my old life Fredbear was the only escape I had." The three of them seem surprised by my words. At first, I start to get afraid that they will mock me with it, but instead all I see on their faces is understanding.

"I'm happy that Fredbear means so much to you. It's always nice to have something that makes you feel safe and happy." Mia's words are so genuine. I'm not used to people caring about something so personal. Daddy was always busy with his work, and Michael-

"We want you to know that we are happy to be your friends." At this point we have stopped jumping. Cole nods agreeing with Zoey's statement.

"Ya, you're so cool and nice!" Even with the energetic pace of Cole's words I can hear the honesty in his voice. I am at a loss for words as I stare at the three of them. All of them care about my wellbeing, and they have listened to what I had to say. I feel my tears starting to fall and before I know it, I am hugging them. They all laugh as they join in. After a few seconds I step back and wipe the tears away with my shirt.

"Let's continue jumping, we still have plenty of fun ahead of us." We all laugh, and the fun continues.

After a few more hours Zoey's parents come followed by Coles. I never wanted this day to end, I felt something today that I have felt since back when mommy was still alive. I actually got to play with someone and not have to worry about being scared. My classmates- no the way they were acting was way more than simply being nice. They are my friends! I can't believe it. I hug Fredbear as I think back on today.

I'm happy today went well. This could be what we were looking for.

Things in this world are drastically different from ours. Everyone living in this house is getting along, and Liam is around way more than daddy was. The two of us can be happy here. Thanks again Fredbear, you saved my life.

I would do anything to keep you safe, to protect you from HIS actions.

I hear footsteps approaching and I look up. Liam smiles as he puts a hand on my shoulder.

"Hey there buddy, I'm glad you had a great day. If it's ok, we would like to talk to you about something in the living room." I feel a chill go down my spine, I can tell what they are thinking. I knew this moment would come, where I would have to talk about the bi- I take a deep breath and nod. As I walk to the living room, I notice the whole family is there. They all give me a warm smile as I sit down between Olivia and Liam.

Author's Notes:

The family is all sitting together and are ready to hear his story. The events of Evan's life are about to be disclosed.