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[bobsicle]

That can be a factor.

But also, I think my parents were really proud I got into the Institute because it was advertised for gifted youngsters. They probably thought it's an honor school and maybe rubbed it off unconsciously on Ronny. Didn't help that I kept the nature of the school from them because of how they'd react if they find out it's an actual school for mutants.

I don't know, I guess I'm still trying to understand why Ronny would do such a thing.

[vintsparkler]

Well, when you put it like that I almost feel bad for him; but I know there’s a heavy dose of speculation here and it doesn’t change what he’s done.

[bobsicle]

Yeah, I'm honestly just speculating a lot because I never really got to ask him.

And I do feel bad for him, too, if that's the case. But yeah, we'll never know. Just wish I can talk to him again. [ Or the rest of his family, for that matter. ]

[vintsparkler]

Even if it were the case, it’s not your fault.

I’m sorry, did you want to change the subject?

[bobsicle]

Sure. Wanna continue the game and give me things I can guess about you? Or is it my turn?

[vintsparkler]

Well, I’ve only had to guess once, but if you need some time to come up with a few facts and a lie, let me know.

[bobsicle]

It's okay, I have some now

1. Almost got killed by my best friend.
2. Almost got killed by a flying debris on fire.
3. Almost got killed by a feral dog.

Sorry if it's a little morbid.

[vintsparkler]

I don't mind morbid.

2

[bobsicle]

It's actually 3. Haven't encountered a feral dog before.

[vintsparkler]

Still friends with that best friend? I think those odds are just as likely here as they are at being attacked by a rabid dog... and flying debris, not so much.

[bobsicle]

Our friendship's complicated, really. I don't know if we're friends right now. He's here, too, actually.

[vintsparkler]

Bizarre, how do you not know? And who is he?

[bobsicle]

It's just that we had a huge fight so we're currently not talking. Kinda like that.

Oh, and it's John. Can manipulate flames. He's been here for four years now.

[vintsparkler]

Oh, I understand.

Mmh… yes, I know who that is. Well, I hope things don’t stay complicated for too long. Anymore accidental relationships I should know about before I try playing this game with you again?

[bobsicle]

[ Okay, that actually gets him laughing on the other end. ]

I think I'm good. We can play this game again. Maybe later you'll know more about my complicated relationships.

[ He's joking. Mostly. ]

[vintsparkler]

No second cousins twice removed?

Maker, I don’t know if I feel relieved or envious you have so many people here from your home.

I’m leaning towards relief.

[bobsicle]

Yeah, I think it's right to feel relieved.

There are also people here who are different versions of ones from my world. It's still kinda nuts whenever I think about it.

[vintsparkler]

Well, none of my friends or past flames have shown up in the city, so we’ll leave it at that.

Sounds confusing.

[bobsicle]

It's confusing, yeah. Not to mention the ones who I know from my own world are from different points in time.

Anyway, you wanna play again?

[vintsparkler]

I do know what that’s like, but it’s been a while.

Right, it is my turn.

1. I bathe more in the morning than I do in the evening.
2. I’ve killed too many people to count.
3. I use to be part of a cult.

[bobsicle]

[ Oh wow, it's getting more difficult now. ]

Wow, this is hard

Maybe 2?

[vintsparkler]

Wrong. I’ve fought in many a battle and did what I had to in order to survive.

Even if that meant slaying my own countrymen. Though most were cultists.

[bobsicle]

I see.

[ Bobby's not surprised, admittedly, especially upon remembering Dorian telling him he wasn't a good man before. He understands more than most, even if he doesn't agree with violence, especially now that he's dating Erik. ]

Does this mean 1 is the right answer?

[vintsparkler]

No, it’s number 3.

I’ve never joined a cult and considering the one back home is made up of power hungry supremacists, willing to do whatever it takes to return glory to our country? No. I would not be a part of that, not to such a degree.

[bobsicle]

[ Oh, and here he thought Dorian might've joined a good cult. Then again, does one even exist? ]

Alright, that makes perfect sense. I feel dumb for even suggesting you'd join one.