Chapter Text
So… It’s been two days… And Alex wasn’t back yet. That meant Tommy had to pay attention in class because he didn’t want them to be behind with their notes. He got his notebook so that his handwriting wouldn’t mess up their organization and scribbled everything he thought would come in handy once they were back. It was getting boring after Math - his first class that day.
_cloudiiyuh: Ughh… Can we go home?
Tommy could tell, they were all stressed. It wasn’t normal for Alex to just disappear without a word. He just hoped mess was okay.
hadleys: Don’t worry Toms. Mess will be fine.
_cloudiiyuh: Yeah...
ServerNotFound: back b4 u realize.
They better be quick, because statistics were going to be his downfall.
“I hate this so much…” he sighed, catching the attention of Ranboo. The tall fucker was looking at him worried, ever since he skipped the day before.
“You okay Tommy?” the caring tone of his voice made Tommy cringe. “You look tired, maybe you should stay home?”
“Nah, Boob boy. I can’t afford to fall back with the material.” the blond swiped his face with his palm, remembering Alex and the passion they had for education. “I’m already a day behind. Thanks for the notes by the way.”
“No problem.” The taller one smiled at him and went back to their studies.
He missed Alex…
kyibur: Me too…
_cloudiiyuh: They’re gonna be back soon, I promise.
They weren't back by the end of the day. Tommy was getting gloomy and Phil noticed it.
“You okay mate?” His caring voice made the boy tear up. “You want to talk about it?” he nodded, hugging his dad. “Okay, what happened?”
“I’m not feeling well lately.” Tommy cried into his father’s shoulder. “I had a bad headache yesterday, and I still can’t hear Alex, and STATISTICS FUCKING SUCK…”
“Ahhh… Yeah, I feel you with the Math thing.” the adult laughed. “It’s been a while since you talked to me about school… Maybe you’re just tired? You’ve been working so hard…”
“But I can’t get behind! Alex really cares about this!” Tommy cried.
_cloudiiyuh: Tommy…
ServerNotFound: :(
hadleys: We all miss them, hun.
kyibur: I want them to sing when they come back.
The boy hugged his father even tighter. He just wanted to talk with Alex. Hear them sigh with exhaustion after he messed up the equation, feel their mind taking control in class, feel them next to him. They have been with him since he was 7. Always there, no matter what.
hadleys: Except for that one time you broke your hand!
He remembered that one. Alex panicked the moment they realized what was going on, taking control of his body and healing it in an instant. They were quiet for a day after that one and didn’t talk to him directly for the next two. Techno had to talk to them in his head and-
“Techno!” he startled his dad, jumping out of the hug. A new idea appeared in his mind. “Techno!! Come here bitch!!” he walked in the direction of the older’s room. “I need you to help me with something!!!”
“He’s out for now!” Wilbur appeared out of nowhere. “He said he will be out till tomorrow. What do you need him for?”
“Math.” Tommy lied, making the older screech. “I need him to remind me what the referential equation is.”
“The WHAT??” The brunette looked horrified. “What grade are you in?”
“I’m a sophomore, bitch!” Tommy scoffed. He honestly didn’t know what the “referential equation” was, but shit sounded scary. Maybe Alex could explain… Oh… Well shit!
“Do you need help with anything else?” Wilbur asked, seeing his concern. “I’m good with history and English!”
“I can speak English perfectly well, thank you very much!”
“Are you sure tho?”
“I ENGLISH LIKE A MASTER, YOU PEASANT!!”
“Boys, please… Keep your voices down. It’s 6 pm.” Phil sighed from the couch.
“Sorry old man!” both brothers said in unison and laughed at each other.
He’ll just have to catch Techno whilst he’s back.
kyibur : i don’t want to listen!!
hadleys: Kylie, please!! Tommy’s passing out!!
kyibur: ugh…
Tommy could feel his control slipping. He couldn’t sleep at night, too worried for Alex. He worries that something happened that night.
_cloudiiyuh: No worries, you chill with us now.
Being inside the headspace was always good. All his pains disappeared the moment he gave up control.
‘Guys… I can’t write…’ Kylie reminded them.
hadleys: Okay, I’ll do it today.
kyibur: Thank you, Coffee!!
hadleys: Remind me to train writing with you. We might need it someday.
kyibur: I sure will!
Coffee sighed. Being tangible again was always a treat. Being able to move her fingers was also nice. They weren't her fingers per se, but it was still nice. She listened to the lesson, wondering how Alex could handle that, all the time. All the talking and writing, non-stop focusing. It must’ve been hard. Well, she can handle one day.
“... And that was the day the world first heard of Orpheus.”
Nevermind. This was going to be torture.
_cloudiiyuh: five bucks she’ll cut the teacher in
ServerNotFound: U dont have 5 🦌
_cloudiiyuh: you’re just scared I’m gonna be right!
“The first case was of the man known as John Doe, meaning he wasn’t identified. All he had on him was a note saying: Orpheus made me do it. From that day onwards, there would be at least 2000 cases of suicides connected to the name.” The teacher continued with his class, and Coffee shivered. “His last mention was noted to be on the date of April 1st, 2007.”
Coffee curled up her fingers, digging her nails into the skin of her palm. Would they talk about her? Will they mention that her parents died as well? Or will they just gloss over her life, like it never happened?
“Tommy, are you okay?” Tubbo's worried voice reached her ear. Right… She died…
The whole world started getting foggy. Soon enough Coffee passed out.
_cloudiiyuh: God damn it!!!
kyibur: it’s not her fault!
ServerNotFound: ros 🧂 ro lost
_cloudiiyuh: I DON’T EVEN HAVE 5 BUCKS!!!
Tommyinnit: I think I’m stuck here until we wake up...
Coffee opened her eyes to the bright light of the fluorescent lightbulbs of the school infirmary. Did she pass out?
_cloudiiyuh: Yup… Can Tommy go back?
Tommyinnit: Please, I miss my legs…
Coffee sighed deeply, giving up control. Once Tommy got back he sat up, looking around the room. The school nurse looked at him and immediately was next to him.
“How are you feeling?” she asked with a soft voice, touching his forehead. “You’ve been unconscious for 15 minutes, your dad is on his way.”
Great! He missed another day! Alex will be so proud once mess is back!
hadleys: sorry Toms
kyibur: Are you okay, Coffee?
hadleys: I don’t know
Well, now he had nothing to do. He thumped down on the bed. It was uncomfy, but it would do for a quick nap. He closed his eyes for maybe a minute, just to be hoisted up by someone.
“Wha-”
‘Sleep Toms, I got you.” the monotone voice of Techno filled his brain.
‘You’re back!!’ Tommy thought happily. ‘Can you help me get Alex back?’
‘Later gremlin, now sleep.’ he listened.
_cloudiiyuh: I feel today’s gonna get more interesting…
He fell into a deep slumber in the safe embrace of his brother. Nothing bad could happen.
"I wanna get out of this stupid city..." she sighed, leaning on her friend’s shoulder.
"I know Co... I'm working on it" he responded, patting her hair. "You'll get away from those bastards soon. I promise you"
He was her best friend, the only person on her side. Her "pea in a pot". Maybe even her brother.
"You know... I bet the air is cleaner in Hermit Town." she laughed.
"You wanna go that far?" he sounded shocked. "I thought you'd go to Hypixel..."
"Will, I don't know yet! Maybe I'll go to Freedonia. The sky's the limit."
"That... That's so far away..." he stilled next to her.
"You can always go with me..." she said, with hope in her voice. She wanted him to go with her. "This city will swallow us whole if we don't get out"
Tommy woke up covered in sweat, heaving his lungs out and terrified. He didn’t know why tho. He remembers seeing Wilbur and for some reason he was scared. Why would he be scared of his brother?
_cloudiiyuh: right? he’s a wimp!
kyibur: Alex would joke about it…
_cloudiiyuh: great! now he’s scared AND sad!!
ServerNotFound: im sad
kyibur: We all are
_cloudiiyuh: Coffee you okay?
hadleys: no.
Tommy sighed heavily. If only his life was easy.
"Tommy! Breakfast is ready!" Phil called out in the kitchen.
He got out of bed and made his way to the kitchen.
"You okay?" Phil asked
"Yeah," 'No, I am not,' was left unsaid.
'Here we go again.' Techno's voice called out in his mind.
"Can I go to the animal shelter today?" Tommy asked.
"Sure! Do you want your brothers to go with you?"
"Nah, it's fine, I can handle myself,"
"Alright, careful gremlin," Wilbur said from the living room
And for now, he's gonna pretend that everything's okay.