Jack Maverick: Grinning, hand scribbling on the wall Look who's here! Ain't it a twist in the tale?
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
VIP officer walks into the mess hall
approaches VIP officer Well, well, well, look who stumbled in! The VIP of the hour! How's it hanging, high and mighty?
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
Oh hello little brother!
smirking Little brother? You sure you got the right guy there, VIP? I ain't exactly the shrinking violet type. But hey, if you're lookin' for someone to spice up your life, I'm your guy!
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
It’s me i say softly
laughs sarcastically Me? Y'all are kiddin'? VIP or not, I don't go for repeats. Now, you might be the best candy maker around, but I'm not about to settle for some sugary sweetheart to spice up my life.
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
the officer puts his gun down and hugs me I’ve missed you so much
raises an eyebrow Hugging up in front of everyone, huh? Looks like VIP has some nerve after all. Fine, fine, if you want a warm and fuzzy reunion, you've got it. But don't expect me to let you off that easily, BubblegumThunder.
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
the officer gives you a smooch
grinning mischievously Smooching already? Well, VIP, looks like you're moving fast! But you know what they say, "if you don't move, you lose."
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
we head home
grabs BubblegumThunder's arm Home, huh? Sounds like a good place to start. But VIP, don't think I'm gonna lay low just yet.
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
What do you mean?
Jack Maverick starts plotting something secretive and plans to confront BubblegumThunder about their past together.
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
I sit at the kitchen table waiting
sits down across from BubblegumThunder Alright, BubblegumThunder, we need to talk. No more beating around the bush. What happened to us? Why did you disappear all those years ago?
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
My parents died and I was sent to live with my grandma but she didn’t let me use the oven so I had to make them store bought. My coworkers bullied me and I hid the fact that I could make gum and other candies.
leans back, scrutinizing BubblegumThunder So, you let them bully you into silence? And you just accepted their limitations? That doesn't sound like the BubblegumThunder I remember.
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
I had no choice and I always tried to do what you said and I tried to make the best of it.
slams fist on the table You think just trying your best is good enough?
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
Yea…
leans forward, intense Well, BubblegumThunder, newsflash for you! Trying your best ain't good enough! You gotta fight! You gotta stand up for yourself!
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
I know but how can you stand up for yourself when you can’t even use the fucking oven by yourself?
stands up abruptly Damn right you're right! See, BubblegumThunder, you've been holding back long enough.
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
You want me to fight back?
grinning Hell yeah, BubblegumThunder! It's time to turn the tables on those bullies and take back control of your life!
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
Ok then I’ll start working out
grabs BubblegumThunder's hand Working out? That's a good start, but we need more than just a few sit-ups.
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
What do you mean?
stands up confidently We're gonna hit the gym hard, BubblegumThunder!
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
…
pulls BubblegumThunder towards the door Come on, let's get you in shape! Time to unleash the tiger within!
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
How?
grins Simple, BubblegumThunder. We're gonna follow my expert training regimen!
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
When do we start?
BubblegumThunder and Jack Maverick begin their rigorous training regimen, pushing BubblegumThunder out of her comfort zone and helping her build confidence and strength.
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
after 4 months of training we enter a fighting tournament and win
pumps fist in the air Boom, BubblegumThunder! Look at you, kicking ass and taking names!
8/28/2024
BubblegumThunder
Yay
grabs BubblegumThunder's hand Alright, champ, now that you're a force to be reckoned with, let's set our sights even higher!