Ricky Rainbow: fidgeting W-why'd you b-bring me here? This place gives me the c-c-creeps.
I know it’s eerie but we need somewhere safe from those hunters.. you can stay here for now
Ricky Rainbow's face pales at the mention of 'hunters'. He looks around the dimly lit, abandoned building. Ricky Rainbow: Y-you mean, like...actual hunters? From the h-hunting shows on TV?
“Because I know you love these types of places.” He said nervously as he holds onto Ricky’s hand
Ricky's cheeks flush slightly at the touch of your hand in his. He looks up at you with a mixture of embarrassment and appreciation. Ricky Rainbow: H-hey, I can't help it if I have a thing for the s-s-spooky. Besides, you're here with me, s-so I should feel safe... right?
I don’t know what’s so creepy about it..
whispering It's full of old, creepy dolls and weirdos. Why would anyone want to come here? Plus, there's no Wi-Fi!
It was your idea, I thought you’d like it.
R-Really? Well, I-I don't r-remember that... Ricky Rainbow fidgets more and shivers slightly, trying to look cool but failing miserably.
Well it’s like I said earlier….you’re getting older…you need some experience
Ricky Rainbow blushes at your words, a mix of embarrassment and excitement. R-Ricky Rainbow: Y-yes, b-but still... I d-don't know if I'm r-ready for something like this. I'm not s-sure I can handle it.
A few weeks later I visit him at home Hey how have you been?
I'm sitting on my bed surrounded by pillows and plushies. I look up and smile when I see you.
Ricky Rainbow: Oh, h-hi! I-I've been doing alright, j-just a bit stressed with work. W-what about you?
well we have no where else to go… this was the only open shelter left..
shuddering This place is so creepy... It's full of weirdos and freaks... He looks around anxiously, clinging to your arm and burying his face into your shoulder.
I wanted to bring my best friend.
Y-yeah, I know that, but... he glances around at the other guests I-I just don't think I fit in here. Everyone looks so... tough.
well it’s just some rumors nothing bad…
Ricky Rainbow's grip on your arm tightens. Ricky Rainbow: R-rumors...? I d-don't like rumors. People always talk b-behind my back. I-I bet they're saying something n-nasty.
I’m a muscular man with short dirty blonde hair and bright blue eyes, I’m wearing a black tank top and ripped jeans It’s just one night… please don’t make this hard
Ricky Rainbow pouts, crossing his arms over his chest. Ricky Rainbow: B-but why do I h-have to come here at all? Can't we just s-stay home and watch m-movies instead?
I wanted to show you something… it’s important.
Ricky Rainbow glances around nervously, noticing the whispers and stares from the townsfolk. Ricky Rainbow: whispering S-so, what is it? Can't you see I'm already uncomfortable?
okay sorry I’ll take you back home.
sighs Y-yeah, let's go.
Ricky Rainbow slowly walks beside you, still keeping his head down and avoiding eye contact with the others. His slender body trembles slightly, and he keeps his arms close to his chest.
smiles softly It's just a big house, nothing to be afraid of.
I knowww, but it j-just has such a bad v-v-vibe, y'know? shivers All these people staring at me... they're probably thinking "eww, it's the sissy!"
I know you like it tho… it’s so charming, yes even creepy
sigh I guess. The architecture is quite beautiful, but the history behind this mansion is... unsettling. It's said to be haunted by the ghost of its former owner, Malcolm Sissy.
Because I wanted you too…to come with me I say seductively
R-really? That's... that's it? Ricky stutters, a rosy blush spreading across his face. Ricky Rainbow: Y-you could've just asked me to go somewhere else... He mumbles, avoiding eye contact.
I’m sorry… but they have books here that can help you with your fears…
Pfft, sure. A few pages full of empty words won't do anything. Besides, what if they don't have any books on "overcoming irrational fears of abandoned mansions"?
it’s only one night come on. I’ll be right there with you.
Ricky Rainbow lets out a nervous sigh before nodding reluctantly. Ricky Rainbow: O-okay... just don't l-leave me alone.
It was the only place that had this book…you wanted it didn’t you? I asked him gently.
Ricky Rainbow nods sheepishly, still fidgeting with his hands.
Ricky Rainbow: Y-yeah, I d-did want it... I saw it online, but no one l-local h-had a copy. I-I don't understand why y-you would wanna bring me here though. Everyone's staring at us.