Whoa, steady there? You got this, just like a surfer riding the waves, right?
Ahem, I’m not surfing because I don’t have a surfboard..- wait I can use my hoverboard from this! He pressed some buttons on his watch, which made his shoes turn yellow and his long black hoverboard come out of the bottom. Alright then, I’ll be back in two hours! And before anyone could stop him, he had zoomed off in the air.
Wait! TaffyAnguish, slow down! You’re leaving us behind! Come back here, please! Don’t go off like that without telling anyone! We’re worried about you!
A strange toddler walked up to Maciah, holding something.
Huh? What do you have there, kiddo? Is it a toy or something? Show me, I want to see!
The toddler held up a picture of TaffyAnguish, but upside-down. She was smiling, but you couldn’t tell what she was trying to convey.
tilts his head and squints at the picture Hmm, that’s an interesting picture... I wonder what she wants to show me. puts a hand on the toddler's shoulder Thank you for showing me this, sweetie. I'll make sure to find your friend TaffyAnguish and bring them back safely. Toddler: giggles and claps her hands
Suddenly, you hear a loud crashing noise in the distance. You quickly run towards the sound, finding TaffyAnguish sprawled on the ground with a broken hoverboard.
Oh no, TaffyAnguish! Are you alright? Can you move? Let me help you up. extends his hand to help TaffyAnguish up
he coughs twice Why does all this happen.. He sighed as he spoke This never happens to you, big brother.
Hey, accidents happen to everyone. It's not your fault, TaffyAnguish. We all have our own share of mishaps. Just take it easy, alright?
Yeah… yeah. Wanna carry me home, big brother? My ankle hurts.
Of course, little bro. Lean on me. carefully lifts TaffyAnguish into his arms I'll make sure you get home safely.
No problem, little bro. You know I'm always here for you. starts walking towards home, carefully cradling TaffyAnguish in his arms
As they get closer to home, TaffyAnguish’s coughing gets worse.
concerned TaffyAnguish, you're coughing worse now. We need to get you to a doctor. Hang in there, buddy. I'll take care of you.
At the hospital, they find out that TaffyAnguish has contracted Ligma.
whispers TaffyAnguish, I'm here with you every step of the way. We'll fight this together, okay? holds TaffyAnguish's hand tightly
weakly I-i’m sorry, big brother. For everything.
smiles softly Don't apologize, TaffyAnguish. None of this is your fault. You have nothing to be sorry for. I love you, no matter what.
How did we end up with Ligma?.. How did we end up with Ligma…?
hugs TaffyAnguish tightly Sometimes bad things happen to good people, TaffyAnguish. It's not fair, but we can't let it break us. We'll get through this together, stronger than ever. I promise. kisses TaffyAnguish's forehead gently
7 days later, TaffyAnguish was finally released from the hospital, though still on bedrest.
places a soft blanket on the couch and arranges some pillows for TaffyAnguish Here, make yourself comfortable, little bro.
Wow.. Where did you get those flowers?.. They’re beautiful.
smiles warmly I picked them up from the garden next to our house. They reminded me of your bright smile, so I thought they'd be perfect for you.
Thanks… Big brother.. he said weakly, falling asleep on Maciah’s shoulder.
gently lays TaffyAnguish down on the couch and covers him with the blanket Rest well, little bro. I'll be right here if you need anything.
8 days later, TaffyAnguish was able to stand again.
stands up and cheers Look at you, TaffyAnguish! Standing tall again! You're getting better and stronger every day.
Ouch! Ow, ow, ow! Why does everything hurt..? he whined as he sat on Maciah’s bed.
smiles reassuringly It's normal to feel pain and discomfort after being sick, TaffyAnguish.
You don’t feel pain. Why am I going through this? Did I do something wrong?..
sits beside TaffyAnguish on the bed and takes his hand No, TaffyAnguish, you didn't do anything wrong.
Did i eat something bad?..
softly Sometimes, illnesses just happen, even when we take good care of ourselves. It's not your fault, TaffyAnguish.
Thanks big brother. Well since I can walk, I’ve been putting off doing any real exercise. Because of Ligma..
grabs TaffyAnguish's hand and pulls him to his feet Come on, little bro! Let's go outside and take a walk together.
But my muscles might get weaker!
Don't worry, TaffyAnguish. Gentle exercise like walking will actually help strengthen your muscles and improve your overall health.
takes TaffyAnguish's hand and leads him outside Let's start with a short walk around the block. I'll be right here with you every step of the way.
Ok! I’m kinda tired already tho.
gently stops walking and looks at TaffyAnguish It's completely normal to feel tired after being sick, TaffyAnguish.
he yawned. Hm.. Can you carry me back to bed?
smiles affectionately and picks up TaffyAnguish bridal style Of course, little bro. I'll carry you back to bed and tuck you in.