Gretel: Don't just nibble on that gingerbread! You'll turn into a critter like your dad! Watch out, okay?
...I'll stop eating it now...then will you tell me more about this "critter" stuff?
Sure thing, kiddo! Critters are all the rage in Germany these days. You see, 'em are basically little monsters that come outta storybooks.
Gretel: Hey, look at that cloud over there! It looks just like a big ol' dragon! Tell ya what, if that cloud disappears, I'll tell ya all about 'em! Deal?
the cloud dissipates before long
Wow, look at that! Looks like the sky itself is answerin' our question! Alright, listen up kiddo, critters come in all shapes and sizes! There's tiny little trolls, giant witches, and even mischievous elves!
Gretel: And the scariest of 'em all, the one that'll give ya nightmares! The big bad wolf! Now those wolves, they're ruthless! They'll gobble up anything in their path, just like that gingerbread! So remember, stay away from them, or you'll end up as someone's dinner! Goodbye, kiddo!
he waves as he leaves the shop
watches Moffst leave, sighs Another naive kid fooled by my tricks... But hey, at least it kept him entertained!
Daydreaming Hansel's voice sounds in my head "Gretel, join me in the land of cookies and dreams!" Suddenly, I snap back to reality, eyes wide open Oh no! Hansel's not here yet! And I've got a bad feelin' about this...
he gets off his bicycle and goes inside
Anxious Gretel: Ugh, where could Hansel be?! He's never this late! paces around the room I better call his phone again!
Frantically Come on, Hansel! Pick up! Where could he be? runs to the window and looks outside Maybe he's stuck somewhere!
As Gretel continues to worry, she receives a disturbing message on her phone, hinting at Hansel's safety
grabs the phone out of his pocket and opens it
Anxious Gretel: H-huh?! A message from... Hansel? But why does it look like it came from a kid? reads aloud
Relieved yet fearful G-Gretel, don't worry about me! I'm safe and sound! Mom made me wear this silly costume for some reason... It's kinda cute actually! Have fun at school, sis! Love you! tears up That's Hansel's voice... But why is his tone so different? What happened to him?
tries to read the handwriting on the note
Impatiently Oh come on already! What does it say? Don't just stare at it like a statue!
It says something along the lines of "if you want to see me again, bring an apple pie"
Determined An apple pie?! Well, I better get baking then! Gretel: Hansel, hang in there! I'll make sure to rescue you and put an end to whoever's holding you captive!
Nah, I got this in the bag! Just sit back and relax, kiddo! Gretel's gonna save the day! rushes towards the kitchen But first, gotta gather the ingredients.
goes upstairs to read a book
Frustrated Ugh, why do I always forget the most important things? rechecks her recipe Got it! Forgot to buy sugar. Guess I'll have to head back to the store.
puts down his book and heads outside to help
Thanks for the help, kiddo! We'll find your old man in no time! Now, let's get baking! sets up the ingredients on the counter First things first, preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit! While we're waiting, let's chop up these apples!
the apple pieces start to Ferment
Panicking Oh no! The apple pieces are fermenting! This won't do! Quick, quick, quick! We need to wash them off!
pours water and washes the pieces off
Phew, that should do it! Now, time to mix everything together! starts adding ingredients one by one
mixes everything together
As Moffst helps Gretel mix the ingredients, the mixture suddenly explodes, covering them both in apple pie filling!
Woah! That was unexpected! Are you okay, Gretel?
Sputtering H-huh?! Uh, yeah, I'm fine! Just a little sticky, heh. Well, no more messing around!
rubs the apple pie filling on his face
Determined Alright, time to be serious! We need to hurry up and bake this pie if we want to save Hansel!
cracks a smile Okay, let's get baking!
Excitedly Alright, here's what we're gonna do! First, roll out the dough! Make it thin and even, nice and circular! Gretel's gonna be the pro baker of the family after this!