*Heinz sighed tiredly as he sat beside MG,, who was studying something as she read a book. She’d recently become absolutely obssesed with the idea of Connie being a shapeshifter. Apparently she was doing it in SPACT and she did it two times over here in LakeFig. But he couldn’t understand why. I mean,, so what if she was a shapeshifter. Their hosts were weird,, and Connie being a shapeshifter explained a lot of weird things she did. If anything,, it made him understand her more. But MG was obsessed with figuring out Connie’s “secret plan”. She was barely spending any time with him and when she did,, it was barely ANY time,, as she quickly headed back to her desk to continue deciphering the seemingly “secret” code of the shifters. He felt unwanted. Unloved. He knew it wasn’t MG’s intention but it still hurt. It had been two weeks. Two weeks of arguing,, of barely spending time together and lectures about the evil evil dinosaur. It was beginning to bug him. A lot. He’d gaze at MG,, who has still transfixed on the pages of the book,, as if it had hidden treasure or the secret on how to cure her addiction. He stood up and stretched himself* H: “I’m heading out M- I’ll be back soon.” *She didn’t even lift her gaze.* MG: “Oh ok- have fun-“ *she muttered,, almost as if she’d rehearsed the words she spoke. He felt tears threatening to spill from his eyes as he headed towards the doorway* H: “Ok- I love you MG-“ *he said softly,, trying his best not to cry or appear sad. He waited by the door for a second,, waiting for her usual “Love you too sweetie” and maybe a kiss. But nothing. Not even a hug. Not a word. Not a glance. He’d quickly walk out of their small house like building and tried to get a grip,, but oh tomato his heart hurt. It literally hurt. MG was always so loving,, so attentive,, heck she’d go out of her way to be with him all the time,, but now. Not even a love you. He’d softly begin crying as he reached the main elimination area and sat in one of the chairs,, hugging his knees. And then he cried. He cried what he’d bottled up these two weeks. It’s not like he hadn’t tried to speak to her. He had,, and in one occasion made her so mad she just up and left. That time she’d promised she’d be more attentive,, but she lied. She was back at it again. Anger overtook him. If it wasn’t for that stupid book,, if it wasn’t for Connie herself Mg would still fawn over him. He angrily slammed his hand against the arm rests of the chair,, breathing heavily. But,, he knew it wasnt Connie’s fault. After all,, she couldn’t help but be a shapeshifter. It’s not as if she choose to be one. He’d gloomily glance around,, then felt his heart skip a beat as he notice a figure in the corner of his eye. The figure tried to walk away,, but it was too late. Heinz had turned around and saw who it was. It was Violet,, one of the hosts. She looked concerned and worried for him.
She’d falter for a second,, before nervously rubbing her head* V: “Uh. Hi little one- are you alright- I mean. Probably not. Sorry,, dumb question-“ *He’d shake his head* H: “No,, no it’s alright don’t apologize. To be completely honest with you,, I’m not alright at all-“ *he’d try and sound as usual but a wave of gloom and sadness was detectable in his voice as he spoke. Violet would frown and sit next to him.* V: “Is it cause of MG..?” *she’d ask softly. He’d visibly flinch at that and turn away,, tears welling in his eyes again* V: “Oh… is it cause of that book she carries around…?” *without turning to look at her,, he’d nod. He’d quietly sob,, not wanting to worry her more.* V: “Oh… you poor thing. C’mere-“ *she’d grab him and place him on her lap,, gently petting his head. He’d hug her and cry his heart out. Her face gave him a empathetic gloomy look as she softly rubbed his back and held him close.* V: “It’s ok little one- shhh shhh it’s ok-“ *He’d ball his fists* H: “She doesn’t even WANT to be around me anymore *sob* I don’t know what to do- I love her Violet,, I love her so much and she couldn’t even say love you back today” *he’d press his head against Violet,, who looked shocked and more worried now. She’d hug him tightly and frown* V: “Now now little one,, I’m sure she loves you too. But this book seems to be a huge problem- I don’t like how it’s affecting you or her. I’m gonna do something about it ok??” *He’d look up at her and begin sobbing again* H: “Oh my tomato thank you so much,, thank you so much-“ *she’d gently pet his head,, smiling warmly.* V: “Of course little one.” *she’d try and stand up,, but Heinz would grab her arm gently* H: “W-wait!! Could you stay here. For a bit more. With me-“ *She’d nod and sit back down,, as he leaned on her and breathed calmer now. She’d gently begin petting his head again,, when suddenly some rustling in the bushes caught both their attentions. It was Connie,, who gasped once she saw Violet and ran towards her,, plopping down on her lap.* C: “OH VIOLET!! I’ve been looking everywhere for you!! Didn’t expect you to be here- hi Heinz *she’d smirk but suddenly pause as she took a good look at him* Wait what happened..?” *she’d put a small paw on Heinz’s arm. Violet would use her spare hand to begin giving Connie back scratches* V: “He’s… a little sad because MG has a book. The little one’s obssesed with it,, I don’t think it’s healthy.” C: “Oh- oh my. *Connie seemed to piece things together and gently squeezed Heinz’s arm.* Im so sorry Heinz- I’m sure it’ll be ok though,, just take the book away-“ V: “That’s what I’m planning to do- I will chat with her before hand.” *Violet would gaze towards the small house where MG and Heinz resided in as she pet both him and Connie. Connie would lean over to Heinz and whisper something* C: “Shes the best for comfort and pets. She sees us AS pets so you know. Win win.” *she’d smile at him and hed smile back softly. He couldn’t see Connie as evil. She was too silly and wholesome at times,, but he couldn’t say that. Sure. She ate him,, lots of times. And I mean A LOT of times. Still she meant well most times. She was much nicer now. He’d chuckle as he heard her purring,, flopped upside down,, smiling like a dummy. Violet would gaze back down at Connie,, giving her belly rubs,, which cause Connie to kick her leg like how dogs do. Heinz would giggle then look at the elimination area. His smile faded as MG’s absence was beginning to become more and more apparent. Violet noticed and she’d frown. V: “Ok little one,, I must go now.” *She’d grab Connie by the pits and place her next to Heinz. She’d pout and curl up in on herself* C: “Awe- ok-“ *she’d look at Heinz and flick her tail.* “Can you pet my head p l e a s e. I beg.” *He’d chuckle and shake his head in disbelief,, beginning to softly pat her head. She smiled triumphantly and continued purring.
