#300lim

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When Bendy returned from his trip to Hell, which wasn’t as eventful as he thought it would be, he didn’t expect to come home to whatever this was.

Granny had a box open in the living room with Holly and Cala looking through it, pulling out little dresses that would fit a doll of some kind. Maybe even a small baby if you looked close enough, but no one would really give a baby these kinds of dresses unless it was an important event, surely. They looked far too nice and pristine. He was told he wasn’t allowed in yet, so he went to find someone else.

Cuphead and Mugman were out according to Boris, who was for some reason not looking at him. Felix was similar but at least he hid it better. Whatever was going on was something to do with him if he was the only one out of the loop, surely.

Honestly, he was about to ask Red, Fanny, or Oddswell about what was happening before there was a squeal from the living room, followed by numerous giggles.

When he went in, he really should have noticed something sooner. With all the random aches and prods he felt, looking at that doll felt like a curse and nightmare. Cala held it up to show him the moment he was in the room, and now it made sense. The doll, which was undeniably still linked to him, was now in a gown-like dress and sparkling bows everywhere.

And as much as he wanted to snatch the doll out of their hands, he knew he’d probably only get hurt in the process.

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For someone who despises being picked up, Bendy sure liked to find his way on Cuphead’s shoulders. Felix and Boris? Denied, and anyone else got lucky if they got more than a hug. He liked hugs even though he would never admit it, but with their current bond and all that? Cup came to find out how easy it is to notice when Bendy denies himself something that benefits him.

One of those things is something he does with everyone! Simply being in the same room is great for him, but if the opportunity comes up, he tends to lean on someone close, like the questers or some of the more familiar and trusted house members.

He’s been dragged into sudden bear hugs because of that which has been hugely entertaining for Cup and Boris.

Something new though is how Cup has ended up around the house with a sudden need to find balance before toppling over. Bendy found his way onto his shoulders again and talking his nonexistent ear off within seconds of recovery. Bendy had happily balanced himself leaning on Cup’s head and pushing his straw out the way to see and rest properly. Cuphead didn’t or couldn’t find it in him to push him off, so he had walked around the house and was talking to others with a demon on his shoulders. Bendy wasn’t even sleeping, he was talking to others as well! It was stupid but calming.

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Cuphead and Mugman returned from a late mission that day with not too many injuries they would say, Mugman being the least cluttered in cracks. They had expected to just get inside and have the usual questions, making sure they were alright or if they needed any help at all. So when they walked in and were faced with an unimpressed and dramatic sigh from Red and a very upset Bendy, who looked far smaller than normal. Literally smaller.

Normally when they came back from a mission and Bendy was like this, they would get stickers for being so brave! Facing monsters and bullies gave them that title. So seeing the little so.. Not happy.. With them? Mugman was quick to frown back just as dramatically. Always playing along.

“You’re late! Much later than you said you would be.” Red said from her spot, arms crossed and strict, little Bendy looking similar. “Well, we can’t exactly know how long we will be? Sorry for that, Red.” Mugman said from beside Cup, who just kept his stare off with the grumpy child.

“No stickers.”

“What!?” Both dishes exclaimed at the little demons' small words.

“No stickers! You are late and sore! You didn’t check up call too.” Bendy had turned away by this point, looking betrayed by their actions.

Cup stood dumbfounded, not sure if he was ready to admit he was waiting for the usual sticker or accept the “punishment”, but Mugman played along completely. He loved getting stickers from their small friend and was always proud to show them off. It’s a shame he couldn’t today.

“I’m sorry, Bendy! It was Cuphead’s idea to be late.” Mugman suddenly blamed his brother, and Cup turned to him, baffled. Him? He wasn’t making them argue like children in front of Bendy-

< KABOOOOOMMMMMMMMMMMM EXPLOSION- >

Lazy doodles today as well :D

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Training was as bothersome and annoying as always. Hat barked orders at the Cup brothers while Bendy was sat playing with toys again. The toys were more puzzle based so Bendy would have to focus more on just a pattern and how things are placed, but for some reason it frustrated Bendy more that instead of having other tasks, he would just be handed more toys like some kid.

While he did that, Cup and Mugs pointedly tried to ignore the elder demon as they focused on the creature they were set against. It was easier than trying to focus on words than survival, and if they didn’t focus on survival, well the obvious would happen- and Hat would just be ticked off at them if they made it out. In fact, the more words he said, the more agitated it made Cup. However, the dish also considered pointing some of that blame to his friend who he could see in the corner of his eye getting worked up over some simple kids toy. You’d think he’d have more control over those shadows by now.

Cup had to turn his focus away to avoid another swing from the thing he’s battling. Feeling the thing’s claws near his arm, he swung and took a shot. Well, maybe more than just one but he sure survived because of it! It backed away and Hat called off the stupid battle. Honestly, the schmuck had quite the entertainment, he was sure.

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Bendy loves dancing. It was known by all who met him and those who heard it on the streets. Holly loves her runes and spells, learning. All who met and knew here knew that as well.

With how much work they had been doing together when it came to the quest, the sleepless nights of just talking or creating something, it was entertaining. So it was only a matter of time before some silly thought came to them one late night.

So here they were, in some random building placing runes in specific parts of the room and shadows being lifted from the ground but not formed into anything, staying in their noodle forms. The lights barely worked and occasionally went off in different places around the room before flickering back to life after a while. The old place needed some repairs but in its current state? It’s perfect for the two’s needs.

“I got the radio working, but it might be a little messy.” Holly explained, walking back to Bendy and looking over the hall of shadows in place. “Oh I can’t wait to get started!” she practically bounced with excitement. Bendy chuckled at the scene as he finished up making sure the shadows wouldn’t get too close to one another and lose all form of balance in the room.

“Well, I’m ready when you are!” He called back to his dance partner, who flicked a switch for the music to start coming through and boy was it an ear ache.

“Sorry-”

“It’s fine, we’ll figure it out and fix it later.”