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[raplinesmoon]

Right Person, Wrong Place (KSJ x F!Reader) - Teaser

pairing: Seokjin x afab!reader

genres/au/rating: fluff, smut, some angst, road trip!au, friends2lovers, 18+

summary: This wedding was supposed to be a chance to celebrate love - even if your own for your best friend remains hidden. But what happens when there's a runaway groom, sending you and Seokjin on a journey together through the South of France? Will your feelings stay on the backburner, or will they all come spilling out?

word count: 697 for the teaser

warnings (teaser only): swearing, tension between friends (oooh what could be the reason), mentions cigarettes, shady getaway car

a/n: happy Seokjin day!! no one is more miserable than I that this is all I have to present for it, but maybe this is the kick in the butt I need to finish this damn thing. This was all inspired by Seokjin's Vogue shoot, but elements of this have been in my head for years! I hope you enjoy the teaser, and hopefully the full fic comes soon hehe! also thank you to @aaagustd for the gorgeous banner!

“What do you mean, ran away?”

Seokjin pinches the bridge of his nose, holding back the exasperated sigh caught in his throat. If he let it out, he’d never hear the end of it.

“I mean gone. Lickety-split. Road Runner style.”

“This isn’t funny, Seokjin!”

Your voice comes out in a hiss, and if it weren’t for the way your face is absolutely redder than a tomato right now, Seokjin thinks that you might have looked beautiful, the butter yellow of your silk dress shining against your sun kissed skin.

But he’d never say it out loud of course. He’d lost that right a long time ago.

“Oh god, we’re fucked, absolutely fucked! What am I supposed to tell Minju?”

Seokjin understands your dilemma – what exactly does a maid of honor say to her best friend to tell them that her fiancé has mysteriously disappeared three days before the wedding? It doesn’t exactly have the same ring to it as “I do.”

Heels clacking against the cold marble of the villa, you storm to the open balcony, and Seokjin’s heart seizes in fear – you were right, what the hell were you supposed to do?

He’s by your side in minutes, his tux-clad figure leaning against the railing next to you. He wants to reach out, hold your hand and tell you it’ll be okay. But he remains stiff as a board, the two of you lost to your thoughts in the faint breeze of the seaside.

An idea lights up inside his mind – an absolutely insane one, but maybe if you could tolerate being around him for more than five minutes, it just might work.

At its best, it was a gamble, playing his odds for the faint chance that this wouldn’t blow up in his face. At its worst, it could mean the end of everything when it came to you.

Seokjin huffs out a breath into the cold air, and makes his decision.

“Do you trust me ___?”

This couldn’t have been it.

Staring down the old, white panel minivan, you raise an eyebrow at Seokjin, trying to stifle your giggle.

“Your grand plan, I see–” 

The tips of his ears turn red, and you watch him mutter to himself.

“Shit, I knew I shouldn’t have trusted that shady rental place when they said they said they had a Renault available…”

You think it's endearing the way he’s lost in his head, bouncing on the balls of his feet. But then again, you’ve always thought so.

“A car is a car, Jin. We have more important things to worry about.”

“I know,” he rubs at the back of his neck. “I just wanted you to get the full south of France experience, and this soccer mom monstrosity is so not it.”

Sighing, he lifts your carry-on with ease, loading it into the trunk before opening the door for you. 

Slipping inside, you wrinkle your nose at the smell of stale cigarettes and — was that bleach? There’s an ugly brown stain on your seat and you’re not sure where it came from, only that you wish it was three days later, and all of this was somehow behind you. Minji would be married, and you would stay far, far away from Kim Seokjin.

Away from the bad decisions you always seemed to make when he was around.

“Where to captain?” His signature smirk is back, face lighting up as he wrestles with the steering wheel that seems locked into place.

“I don’t know, he could be anywhere. Let’s just hope he didn’t make it to Italy. Or Monaco.”

You drum your fingers anxiously against your thigh. How many villages were in between Nice and Cannes? How long would you have to look?

As if he can sense your anxiety, Seokjin’s hand comes down to rest on yours, your face shooting up in surprise.

“We’ll find him, I promise. And we’ll be standing up there at the altar with our two best friends, this whole wedding will go off without a hitch, and we’ll have the time of our lives. I promise you that.”

You wanted to believe him. You really did.

But the past said differently.

a/n pt. 2:  As always, any comments or feedback are much appreciated, but I appreciate you all anyway. Lots of love, Isi <3

[incorrectbatfam]

Birdflash? Please?

How about some high school Dick and Wally

Wally fell faster, Dick fell harder.

Wally start developing feelings the first time they go on patrol with just the two of them. There was just something about watching the gears in Dick's head turning as he disabled a booby trap.

Dick wouldn't return the feelings until over year later, when they're watching a movie at the Manor and Wally dozed off halfway through, mumbling in his sleep.

They were each other's date to junior prom at both of their schools.

Dick picked Wally up in Central City on a cloaked Bat-plane and took him to dinner at an upscale place Bruce recommended, but they quickly realized that wasn't their style and slipped out to get pizza instead, even if it meant missing the first half hour of the dance.

Wally ran to Gotham, but to maintain their identities, rented a minivan to pick Dick up from the Manor because the rental place was all out of limos. He decorated it with some cardboard and paint for that extra romantic touch. Bruce wasn't pleased but Dick thought it was hilarious.

They also got part-time jobs to keep their covers (and get some experience).

Wally was a science tutor and Dick often made the trip just to pretend he didn't know what the periodic table was.

Dick worked at a fast food joint and always wrote his number on Wally's receipt with "call me" underneath.

Back in their day, queer people were still nearly unheard of and coming to terms with it, especially as a teenager, was way more difficult. Even though Bruce and Barry would be accepting, the idea of telling them was no less daunting.

A few months into dating Wally, Dick devised a multi-step plan to butter Bruce up and tell him. It included doing all the chores, ordering Bruce's favorite meal, an hour-long queer history presentation with cited sources, Barbara as his hype woman, and a fallback plan where he'd escape to a safehouse. None of that ended up happening, because before Dick could execute it, Bruce told him all about his own past with guys.

Wally came out a little later and a lot more impulsively, blurting it out while he and Barry were in the car before jumping out and speeding down the highway. Barry caught up to him an hour later in another city and assured him that everything was okay. Though, Barry wasn't thrilled about the prospect of hanging around Bruce more than he already had to.

Dick thought it'd be a good idea to sign up for debate. Wally warned him about getting overcompetitive but Dick didn't listen. Nonetheless, Wally didn't mind staying up to help organize flashcards and rehearse before a big meet.

For some reason, Wally joined band and picked the French horn. The teacher wasn't great and neither of the boys knew the first thing about how a French horn worked. At one point, Dick tried to straighten it into a regular horn in the Batcave while Wally contemplated dropping the class.

Arcade dates! Sometimes they went head-to-head. Other times, they worked in sync just like on the field. And they'd always win prizes for each other. One time they didn't win much, so they pretended to propose to each other with Ring Pops.

Another kind of date they enjoyed was teaching each other new things. Wally absorbed new information really fast and regurgitated it back when they hung out. Dick, meanwhile, had a more physical love language and liked to guide Wally's hands in guitar or batarang lessons.

Dick saved Wally's contact as "Roadrunner" and Wally saved Dick's as "Lightning Rod."

[verdart]

The group chat had been buzzing with excitement since September. Finally a ski trip. All for the gang to enjoy.

Everything was planned out Hiccup and Daggur took care of that. Made sure no one had their period that week, the weather was ideal, the skii rental place was fair priced, the roads were not icy, the minivan had everything prepared to take on the road trip and so much more.

Stoick had an estate close to a skiing town. It took some convincing and some white lies but alas Stoick gave in. He was actually happy to see Hiccup excited about snowboarding again. They used to go every winter. Well every winter till the accident. Hiccup tried once after having permission from his physical therapist but being only 16 he got frustrated, declared that he would never try it again and gave up on it. After 5 years he was willing to try again and Stoick didnt have it in him to protest much.

So on the faithful day of January 2nd at 5 a.m. 8 young adults were piled in Daggur's minivan. The trip was supposed to be 2 hours but with the gang it felt like 20 hours and 20 minutes at the same time. Fishlegs was the only one who managed to sleep, twins were already betting on how many times they could make Snotlout fall as he protested that he wouldn't fall at all. Heather and Astrid were talking about skii models, Hiccup and Daggur were arguing over music while also arguing with Heather and Astrid on the superiority of snowboarding.

Some of the gang had their gear packed to go but the rest needed rentals so after settling home they would go to the rental place. At 7 a.m. they were in the porch of the house. Hiccup felt a lump in his throat as he pushed the door open. It had been 5 years since he last saw the house. Everything looked as he remembered. After him the rest of the gang made themselves comfortable.

"Okay gang we suit up and get in the car at 8 no excuses" Hiccup said. Groans were mixed with cheers of excitement. The house wasn't big or at least not big enough to house the Gang comfortably. But when it came to them the sense of privacy was almost a joke. It had been more than 10 years of friendship (minus Heather and Daggur)

Clothing were piled up in the living room. Tee-shirts flying over heads, thermals being tossed around. By some miracle everyone was ready by 8 and they were once again driving tho this time it was a 10 minute drive to the rental place on the skirts of the mountain.

Fishlegs was a skier, he tried the snowboard once and decided that having both of his feet tied to the same piece of equipment was just not it. Twins on the other had were the nightmare of the slopes, reckless and boarded. Snotlout used to snowboard but at age 16 as a defient move against his dad he decided to pick up skiing, to Spitelout skiing was weak and feminine and Snotlout knew him skiing would piss his dad off so he did.

Rest of them had their gear, Astrid and Heather had their skis; Daggur and Hiccup had their boards. Hiccup also had his custom prosthetic which needed a bit of adjusting since the last time he'd used it. It was a bottom heavy thing, Hiccup didnt like walking in it for long distances hance they took the car down.

They arrived to the slopes by 9 which meant it was time for chaos.

"Guys I'll be in the blues today..." Hiccup said reluctant. He was starting to regret letting the ski trip go out of the groupchat.

"I'll come with" Heather said "I haven't skiied since junior year"

So they all made their way to the ticket desk to get their weekly skipass then it was the slopes. They took it slow to warm up and get used to the feeling again, except for the twins who were already making a hard left to dive into the powdered snow. Daggur stuck by Hiccup, he knew this because anyone who wasnt falling every 10 seconds would've made past him. Hiccup appreciated the company.

Most people would've tried to give instructions or help him but Daggur knew all he needed was some company not more reasons to be frustrated. Besides he figured he wouldn't be able to give Hiccup a good advice soley because he has never been in his shoes... shoe.

The parts of the aforementioned skii trip fic I wrote and then gave up on upon realizing idk jack shit about snowboarding

[huffle-dork]

Swap Beyond the Crystalverse Chapter 20: Resurgence

Co-written with @crystalninjaphoenix Read Swapboys | Read Crystal’s AUs

Other Multiverse Stories: SITCV | SATCV | GITHV

SBTCV Masterpost

It's about a ten minute walk to the rental car place. From there, Marvin and Chase talk to the person about renting a van, and manage to get a black one. The inside is actually pretty sweet, with enough seats for all of them--driver's, passenger's, and then three bench seats inside. Marvin grumbles a bit about the price until Schneep rolls his eyes and steps in to cover half the fee. 

"Whoaaa..." Crystal says. "I've never seen a van this big before!" 

Me neither, JJ says. It's quite impressive!

“Dude!! Cool!” Huffle exclaims. 

“Very cool-“ Bro laughs, “It’s like we’re going uncover! Like a spy mission!” 

Alt adjusts his bag and double checks on the TRVLR pieces. “Okay… 30 minute car ride… I-I can do that…”

"Are you not good with tight spaces, Alt?" Schneep asks. 

“…I’m not but this should be fine…” Alt grumbles. “just… keep me next to bro or Huffle…” 

“Awww you trust me that much, Alt?” Huffle smirks at him a bit.

Alt flushes a bit. “…I at least know you a bit better…” 

"Oh, I feel that," Marvin says. "But looks like no one's gonna be stuck three to a row, at least." 

"No trunk, though, so we'll have to keep our stuff under and next to the seats and stuff," Chase points out. "Is that okay?"

Alt nods to Chase, “Yeah that should be fine.”

"Alright, everyone in, then!" Jackie says. "Shotgun!" 

"Hey, what?!" Schneep protests. "No!" 

But it's too late, Jackie is aleady in the passenger seat. JJ chuckles. 

Alright, who want's the back, then? 

"I'll be fine back there," Crystal says, climbing in first. "Growing up my family had a minivan and I always had the far back seat."

“Yeah I’ll go with cry… I get carsick-“ Huffle mumbles, climbing in after. 

Alt glitches after them and Bro hops in after. “Let’s goooo!” 

"...ah shit I miscalculated, looks like the three of us gotta sit all three on a bench," Marvin says, looking over at Schneep and JJ. 

That's fine if you're fine with it, JJ says. 

Schneep grumbles about missing the passenger's seat but accepts the situation. The three of them get in, and then Chase gets in the driver's seat and heads off. 

White noise comes from the car radio, followed by Anti's voice. "Alright. Keep going down Earnest Street until you get out of the city." 

"Heh. GPS Anti." Jackie grins.

Alt giggles, “First personal assistant, now upgraded to GPS!”

"I think that's a downgrade, actually," Anti says. "But I didn't want to take up space in the van. You got it, Chase?" 

"Yeah." Chase nods as he pulls out onto the street. "Man. Feels so weird to be on good terms with someone who looks like that... guy. Who technically is that guy." 

"What are things like in your world, Anti?" Marvin asks. 

"Pretty similar... but also the exact opposite." 

Earlier Crystal said something about your world having... reversed morality? JJ asks. So... the five of us would be the bad guys, then? 

"...Exactly," Anti says.

Alt, Bro and even Huffle nods. “Yeah uh… when we first came eveyone was a bad guy but Anti.” Bro says. “…Jackie’s better now. And Chase.. and uh… I don’t think Schneep is in his right mind…” 

Alt says quietly. “It’s … Marvin and Jameson who are the real danger…” 

“Nothing like you lads though!” Bro adds quickly, grinning sheepishly.

"JJ is a danger?" Marvin repeats, surprised. 

You're not going to comment on you being a danger, too? JJ asks. 

"Well uh... I can..." Marvin pauses, swallowing his words. "You're just so nice, y'know? I-I can't picture Jackie being a bad guy, either." 

"Aw, thanks." Jackie grins. "Sounds like that me is learning, though." 

"Not being in one's right mind is not an excuse," Schneep says. "Even at my lowest, I-I never... hurt people. Well, n-not without him there to influence things." 

"I guess the multiverse is a big place," Chase says. "Do you think there are worlds where one of us is the bad guy instead of him?" Marvin asks quietly, thinking about what Alt and Bro said about Magnificent. 

"Oh, for sure," Crystal says. They blink. "I mean, uh... i-it's a big... multiverse."

Alt and Bro exchange weary glances. “…there’s… a few…” Alt says. 

“Yeah- like the switch world,” Huffle says. 

“…the what world?” Bro asks. 

Huffle flushes and waves her hand a bit. “Oh! T-That’s what Cry calls the one where D-Distorter is…!” 

“You know Distorter?!” Alt asks in worry. 

“No no! I just… I know of him… I’ve heard uh… stories.” Huffle says, glancing at Crystal.

Crystal nods. "Y-yeah. Like I said, I, uh, study other worlds. And I've seen that one before, a-and told Huffle and some other friends. There's, uh... also... other ones that I've, uh... caught glimpses of? But haven't really, uh, studied. Like... there should be a world where things are shifted around and like Schneep is the bad guy while Anti is a doctor and so on. Me and some others have talked about that one, but that was a while ago..." 

Schneep raises his eyebrows. "I cannot possibly see any version of Anti as a doctor."

“It was really really weird,” Alt chuckles. “one of the weirdest part of that universe.” 

“I thought me being a magician was pretty weird.” Bro laughs. 

“You guys went to that one too?? Huh…” Huffle hums in thought.

"You guys went to that one?" Crystal repeats, eyes going wide. "Uh... out of curiosity, did you go to one with like... vampires and werewolves and ghosts? Where Schneep and JJ were vampires and Jackie was a werewolf and stuff? O-or did you go to a world where everyone except Chase was a fairy creature in a small town?"

Alt and Bro look at Crystal with wide eyes. “Uh… y-yeah we did-“ Alt says. 

“What?? I-I haven’t even heard of those before!!” Huffle gasps.

"I've uh... only had 'glimpses' of those," Crystal explains. They look at Huffle and laugh awkwardly. "You know... just enough to get a basic concept and plo--uh, understand basic events and, uh, conflicts. I didn't know that they were like... full... things." They tilt their head thoughtfully. "I guess... huh. I don't know. There must be so many worlds out there."

Huffle makes a face as she thinks, “Huh… yeah… I wonder..” 

“Those arent even the weirdest we’ve seen!” Bro says excitedly. “Like the alien merman one on the subnautica planet!” 

Huffle makes a choking noise and suddenly goes very pale, “t-the what…?” She whispers. 

Alt looks back in concern, “Huffle are you okay? You look really pale.” 

“…were… were that boys called… Hybrids there?” She quietly asks. 

Bro nods, “Yeah they were- and there was a company called-“ 

“Alterra.” Bro and Huffle say at the same time. Huffle looks even more white in the face. 

Crystal glances over at Huffle. "H-huh. So... you've been to worlds that both of us... know about. That's... so weird." 

Anti speaks up from the car radio again. "There was also an, ah, adventure where three other guys got sucked along. The Jackie from my world, the Jameson from the switched world, and the Schneep from the world with Stitches." 

"What?!" Crystal seems shocked by that. 

"You two okay?" Chase asks, looking into the rearview mirror. 

"Y-yeah. I just... it's amazing what can happen when you're... not... looking," Crystal says haltingly.

Huffle slumps back into her seat, looking a bit freaked out. “I… I just… never thought those worlds would… o-overlap like that…” 

"Usually branches of the multiverse don't overlap so frequently," Anti says. "These two are becoming pretty close." 

“I mean- we technically went to two of the alien world- and it was with those guys too! Though huh… guess those are good ways to remember their world names. Switched… Stitches-” Bro says, “the other alien one was uh… kinda scary though. But we did help the guys there!” 

Alt shudders and touches his jaw- and when Huffle looks over she sees his scars. She gasps loudly, “d-darker seas?!” before she claps her hands over her mouth. She looks very very shaken as she curls up slightly in her seat.

"Oh yeah that one!" Crystal nods. They glance at Huffle. "You okay?" 

Huffle looks at Crystal with wide terrified eyes as she shakily gestures to Alt’s jaw. She mouths out to them, “The masks-” Alt blinks and self consciously tries to cover his jaw- looking at Huffle and Crystal a bit suspiciously.

"It's kind of weird that you two know so much about other worlds," Jackie says. "Not in a bad way! Just... weird. It's like, uh... like meeting someone who was a teacher in uni who remembers you but you don't remember them."

Alt hums in agreement with Jackie, “yeah… besides Anti I… havent really meet anyone else who knows so much about the multiverse… what is that you guys study to know all this anyways?” 

Crystal is not good at reading lips, but they look back to Alt and their eyes widen slightly. "Oh, um... it's like... k-kind of like scrying, I guess..." Crystal says awkwardly. "Magic, you know? But uh... magic fueled by creativity." 

That is so fascinating, JJ says, looking back at them with wide, interested eyes. What are your methods? 

"W-well, uh... we... it's like, electronic, too," Crystal says. "Like my laptop. We channel our creativity through devices, you know? And it... becomes... magic. And tells us... what's going on in other worlds."

Huffle looks at Crystal and then nods, “Yeah I uh… I can do that too! And I’ve… seen that… subnautica world a lot… and I…” Huffle’s expression almost looks… guilty? “…I know how… c-cruel Alterra can be… I… I’m sorry you all had to go through that…” 

Alt’s eyes widen, “Oh…! Like I could do with the cards!” His suspicious posture relaxes and he smiles, “That’s really cool… maybe you guys could show me how to do that sometime! Since I’m learning how to scry a bit~” 

Huffle squeaks at this and covers her mouth again.

"Uh--it might not work outside of our world," Crystal says. "Or if you don't have the, uh, creativity magic. Just letting you know." 

“Oh yeah… guess that’s different than chaos magic,” Alt hums. 

It's still very fascinating to hear! JJ says excitedly. I've always been interested by magic and witchcraft and such. It might be because I was born on such a strange day. 

Huffle giggles a bit, “I love that kinda stuff too… that’s why I’m trying to study it… but I’m jealous JJ- Halloween is my favorite holiday. I’m too close to christmas.” She grumbles.

"Yeah, if I was born on Halloween I might be interested in stuff like that, too," Chase says. "Anti, are you sure I'm supposed to keep going down this street? It's curving a lot. All twisty." 

"Yes, that's what most roads do," Anti says. Chase makes a face towards the car radio. "But as you can see, we're getting to the edge of the city," Anti says. "This is a suburban area, right? Soon the houses will disappear and we'll be on a little road heading straight across the countryside."

Bro looks outside then chuckles, “Well- won’t it be nice to take a ride through the countryside~” 

“Yeah, a thirty minute ride through the countryside,” Chase says. “That’s not much of a ride.” 

“Dude, you kidding? That’s so long!” Jackie says. 

“I agree with Jackie,” Schneep says. “That is quite long to drive.” 

“Well I don’t mind it,” Chase says. 

“You know, one time I drove two hours to visit my sister,” Crystal says. “I actually really liked it but my parents are always like ‘oh we don’t want you to drive that far’ whenever I mention I did it.”

“Dude I used to drive 3 to go to college. It’s 5 to get to Sparky if we were back at home.” Huffle laughs. “It’s cuz you all are … european- except Chase. He gets it.” 

“I just don’t like driving,” Alt huffs, “Glitching is faster…” 

“Or flying! But- hey- nice to just sit back once in a while~” Bro laughs.

Chase nods. "Even though I've lived here for a while, I still remember the drive times." 

I do agree, JJ says cheerfully. So many autos these days! It's so handy! 

"Ha, alright, you old man," Jackie says. 

The suburban buildings do eventually fade away, turning to rolling hills. It's a pretty nice day, actually, with skies that are mostly clear, save for a few fluffy clouds dotted about. 

"Do you think everyone should go in when we get there?" Jackie asks. "That, uh... might attract attention."

“…if people stay behind- someone should stay to watch the others… in case the other Anti finds us.” Alt says.

Chase shudders. "Honestly, I don't think I could... go into an IRIS place. So I'd like to stay behind. I could keep the car ready in case we need to get away quickly." 

JJ frowns. I'm not sure I'd be of much help in IRIS. I can stay behind. 

"I have to come, of course, I am the one with permissions to get in," Schneep says. "Jackie or Marvin should stay to protect the others. Crystal, Huffle? What about you two?" 

Crystal blinks. "What do you think, Huffle? I, uh... I mean, I'm curious about what's in there."

“I mean… I am too… but I don’t want to get in the way.” Huffle says quietly. 

“Well Anti did say it was mostly empty. There’s probably not much danger!” Bro says brightly. 

Huffle hums then shrugs, “Yeah if it’s okay with you guys..” 

Alt smiles, “Sure thing- I get being curious~”

"Alright, I'll come too, then," Crystal says. Huffle beams at her friend and nods. 

"I'll stay back to guard Chase and JJ, then," Marvin says. "I probably won't be much help on a stealth mission. I'm not good at being... subtle." 

"No," Schneep drawls sarcastically. "We had no idea."

Bro pats Marvin on the shoulder and nods in understanding. 

Alt snickers a bit, “Hey man we get it-“

"As evident by Anti coming back just to diss you about that," Chase says. 

Alt flushes again and glares at Chase. 

"Well luckily for you guys I am great at stealth!" Jackie says cheerfully. "I mean... I'm a good fighter, too. But I've snuck into a lot of places to spy on criminals or find stuff they're keeping, so I've learned stealth over time. If this was that Dungeons Dragons game I'd be a rogue." 

"Dungeons and Dragons," Marvin says. "And you'd be a fighter/rogue multiclass. Maybe a level or two in sorcerer. Or maybe warlock, considering your powers came from Sam?"

Huffle perks up as they talk about dnd, “Oh! I have a character just like that! Well the fighter/rogue thing! He’s actually based-“ Then she eeps and covers her mouth again. 

"Uh--based on a friend of ours," Crystal hurriedly adds. 

Alt and Bro give her and Crystal a look. “Wellll- at least Jackie has us covered on stealth…” Bro says. 

“I can be sneaky…” Alt whines, crossing his arms and pouting slightly. “I lived on the streets for years! You gotta be stealthy doing that!”

"Oh, really?" Marvin turns around to look at Alt. "Like, literally, or do you mean in hotels and stuff?" 

"Marvin, that is a bit personal," Schneep says quietly. 

Alt blinks as if he just realized what he said. Then he looks away, his face red again as he hides it in his mask. “Uh… h-here and there… not hotels but… I had a… coven- kinda… it’s complicated.”

Marvin slumps. "Um... sorry," he says quietly. "I just uh... I-I was... I mean, technically I still am, uh... I-I don't have a solid place to stay. I-I'm really lucky that I had a lot of earnings from my days as a big showman to spend on hotels and shit, but um... it's still... There was a time period when I couldn't... s-sorry. Just... sorry."

Alt blinks back at Marvin then shakes his head, “it’s okay… sorry you’re uh… dealing with that too. It sucks… it really sucks.”

"It does," Marvin agrees. A moment passes in quiet. "But, uh... since we refurbished JJ's old house I've been able to stay there a lot. When he's okay with it, of course." 

Of course I'm okay with it, whenever you need it, JJ assures him. I really hope nothing's happened to it while we've been gone. Ownership is still complicated, given the whole... time... problem. 

Alt nods with a smile. “That’s good. I uh- me and Chase live together. So-“ 

“So he’ll never have to worry about being on the streets again!” Bro says loudly, scooping Alt into a half hug. Alt blushes again and grumbles. 

“…why don’t you just move in with JJ, Marvin?” Huffle asks, “Living in hotels and stuff… that’s gotta be… I dunno- lonely? Seems like you gotta lot of people here who’d be willing to help you.”

"Yeah. I, um... bounce around," Marvin says slowly. "I, uh... I-I like my space, though. Sometimes I need my own area. But uh... I have been... staying with him a lot." 

JJ smiles. 

"I don't want to impose too much, though," Marvin mumbles. 

"Dude, shut up, you all know you wouldn't 'impose' on any of us," Jackie says. "You could stay with me whenever you wanted!" 

"Your apartment is tiny, though. And your sofa is uncomfortable." 

"It's the spirit."

Alt nods in understanding, “I get it. Sometimes I go to my old place just to get away.” 

“Yeah- now it’s a cool training studio though!” Bro chuckles. 

“It’s a bit nicer to hang out at now, yeah,” Alt laughs, “Now that we you know- actually pay to use it.”

"Yoooo, training studio?" Chase says. "For like, your superhero stuff? That's sick." 

"That's really sick!" Jackie says excitedly. "What's it like there? Is it like--a gym or something?" 

Schneep rolls his eyes. "You are the only one out of this group who would get so excited about a gym." 

"A superhero gym!"

Bro laughs, “It’s kinda just basic- just some punching bags and training dummies and sparing mats! I’m trying to get Alt to be a little more athletic for these adventures~” 

Alt snorts, “I’m plenty athletic…” 

“You spend most of your time reading spell books and shit! That’s not athletic!” 

Huffle giggles.

"Dude, I get it," Jackie laughs. "None of these guys know anything about physical stuff." He pauses. "Well... JJ is weirdly strong, actually." 

I know how to defend myself, that's all, JJ says. 

"One time you knocked me down flat." 

"Whoa, you did?" Chase glances back at JJ. "How'd you do that?" 

It's just that Jackie wasn't expecting it, JJ says. Nothing special, really. I don't like to fight all that much but I can if necessary.

“Heh- that’s like our Jay!” Bro says with a grin, “He and his brother used to box when he was growing up but he doesn’t like to fight, but he can defend himself!” 

“Kinda hard to imagine a therapist that can punch your lights out,” Alt laughs.

Jackie laughs. “I think our JJ is more experienced with knives.” 

JJ shrugs. I suppose, but I prefer not to. 

“No one is making you fight anyone, Jays,” Chase says. “You don’t have to keep protesting. It’s not like we’re signing you up for a boxing tournament against your will.” 

I just want everything to be clear, JJ insists. 

“You sure you don’t want to come into the building?” Jackie asks. “Punching someone would be much more helpful in there than outside.” 

I’m sure. Hopefully you all won’t need to punch anyone at all.

“God I can’t imagine Dr. J using a knife-“ Alt says. 

“He learned to use a bow in the medieval world! Not the same thing though,” Bro laughs. 

Huffle blinks and looks at them, “You guys went to a medieval world too??” 

“Yeah! Twice actually!” Bro grins.

Crystal tilts their head. “…huh. I-I know that one, too. I think. The guys all have masks there, right? Part of some rebellion against the King?” 

“What? That sounds sick as fuck,” Marvin says, looking back at the others.

Bro points excitedly, “Yeah! The Masked Phantoms! Dang you know a lot Crystal!” 

Huffle blinks at Crystal a bit in surprise. She laughs quietly, “…I can’t imagine these two there… but now? Heh- I think I can see it.”

“Y-yeah. I bet that was a lot to get used to.” Crystal laughs. “I-it’s um… entirely medieval. Vaguely, I mean. It doesn’t—I don’t think it lines up with a real world time period. You guys were there twice? Huh. I wonder… what the guys were doing at the time.”

“Well the first time they were just chilling at Wyvern lair and helped us find Mag who was with the king!” Bro says, “Alt kicked the king’s butt and sent him off running.” 

Alt gives a weak, bashful smile. “The second time uh- I think they said they got discovered and so they had to go somewhere else- it was this really cool cliff camp! And we had to take like 3 different boats to get there.” Bro laughs. Alt curls up a bit, holding his arms. “They were talking about a quest they had- to go to the Wyldwoods… something was there to defeat the King and save Jack. But we were also there to save Alt too-“ 

“Save Alt…?” Huffle asks with a bit a concern, “…from what?”

Crystal nods along as Bro talks, understanding everything. 

"Uh... you don't have to talk about it if you don't want to," Jackie says, noticing the way Alt seems to shrink back. 

I suppose something bad happened along the way, JJ says. That's enough to understand. 

Crystal frowns. "I, uh... can imagine all sorts of bad things happening in that world... Especially with Anei--with the spirit controlling the King. But, uh, like Jackie and JJ said, you don't have to talk about it."

“Oh- oh yeah uh… right- Jesus sorry Alt-“ Bro says, looking at his brother. 

Huffle puts her hand on Alt’s shoulder and looks at him with worry. 

Alt shrugs, “…I dunno… I think… all the trouble with the TRVLR might have… started there. Mag did something to it and it uh… made me and Chase think we were… from Glasúil. …mag and the King took advantage of that.”

"Hmm. He would, wouldn't he?" Crystal mutters, turning and looking out the window, something almost like guilt on their face. 

I'm sorry that happened to you, JJ says. 

"Yeah." Chase nods. "Take it from me, memory loss sucks. Even though I just got mine cured last night... I mean, still sucks. Uh... at least it's over now." 

Alt nods, “It’s fine… it happened you know- couple months ago. …we’ll just have to try to go back to have an actual nice time… hopefully once they take care of the king.” Alt tries to smile.

White noise comes from the radio for a while. Then Anti says, "There's a dirt road branching off here. You'll want to take that." 

"I see it," Chase says. "It has a gate." 

"Bold of you to call that thing a gate," Jackie says. "It's two wooden posts and a single bit of metal blocking the way." 

"I still don't want to hit it with the car." 

"Just drive around, it's fine," Marvin says. 

"Um? Might be better for someone to get out and open it?" Schneep says. "Obviously?"

Bro looks out at the gate and squints. “I mean it’s a rental so we shouldn’t hit it… I can go open it but Marvin also has a good point-“ 

“I can glitch out and back in-“ Alt says, stretching. He then glitches outside to try to open the gate.

It's not hard to do. There's a single rope looped over a hook on one of the posts. Alt just needs to remove it, and the van is free to sail through without any obstacle.

Alt snorts and rolls his eyes at the simplicity and goes to remove the rope.

Chase slows the van to a rolling stop, waiting for Alt to remove the rope and open the gate. Once he does, he slowly starts going forward again. 

"That's fucking lame," Marvin says. "Why not do something a bit more, oh I don't know, secure?" 

"There were cameras," Anti reports. "I have them on a loop while we're in view." 

"Ah."

Alt glitches back into his seat and manages to hear what Anti and Marvin says. He snorts, “I thought that was too easy. Half expected some alarm to go off or- I dunno, for it to shock me for some reason.” 

“Hard to pull that off with a wooden gate I think,” Bro laughs.

"I think it is a valid thing to be worried about," Schneep says. "IRIS has all sorts of technology. They say their cameras can even detect emotions by reading it on your face."

Alt shudders, “Yeah… I’ve heard about that. I think SCLERA has something similar…”

"SCLERA?" Chase repeats. "That's a fun word." 

"Isn't that the white part of your eye?" Marvin asks. 

"Yes, it is," Schneep says. "I will confirm that with my doctor knowledge." 

Chase laughs at that, then sighs, becoming serious again. "What's with evil organizations and eye imagery?" 

Bro laughs, “It’s weird huh? Guess it makes sense they’re all like- about watching people and shit-“ 

"I guess eye imagery is cool," Jackie says. "Jack has it as a symbol for his YouTube channel. Though I guess that's probably because of Sam--" 

Right on cue, Sam flies out of Jackie's pocket, looking around at all the others. 

Hello Sam! JJ says. Comfy in there? 

Jackie laughs. "I think they fell asleep. Or, uh... not asleep, I don't think they sleep at all, but it must be relaxing, yknow?"

Huffle lets out a tiny shocked scream at seeing Sam and backs up. “Oooh my god! They’re- oh they’re actually real??” 

“Yeah- who did you think they were talkin about?” Alt asks. 

“…I just wasn’t expecting to actually see a floating eyeball in real life-“ Huffle says, flushing a bit.

Crystal also yelps a bit, then staes at Sam, wide-eyed. "That is so weird. You don't really process how weird it is when you're wr--scrying into different worlds." 

Huffle nods to Crystal, “Yeah… different… seeing them for real- I-I bet they’re sweet though..!” 

"They just about gave JJ and me double heart attacks when they showed up at his house," Marvin says. 

Sam drops down, curling up on the headrest of the empty seat between Bro and Alt. 

Alt smiles at Sam, “Hey little guy-“ Sam's iris squishes a bit, like a smile. 

I do wish they could talk to us, JJ says. That would make things easier. 

"That might be a bit weirder, in a way," Crystal says, giving a nervous little laugh.

“We’ve met a couple Sams that can talk! They mostly do it in our head though-“ Bro says, “oh! Except the one from the last world we were in! They typed on keyboard that they like floated around with cuz they were like- an actual alien species!! It was so cool-“ 

“Optels- I believe is what they were called.” Alt adds.

"Oh, really?" Crystal looks interested. "That's some Ben 10 shit right there. I, uh... I vaguely caught a glimpse of that world, too, but not for too long." 

"I've managed to ask Sam a couple questions with this like... Ouija board type thing," Jackie says. "Or maybe it's more like one of those speech board things? It has letters and some basic words that they can point to. I asked them if there's a better way to talk once, and they said that they could talk to Jack when he was awake. In his head." 

"Yeah, uh... a lot of Sams and Jacks have special connections," Crystal says. "In the... worlds I've seen." 

"It's like that back home, too," Anti says. 

“Oh yeah- I haven’t heard much about this world’s Jack,” Bro says, “Usually he’s around you guys somehow! What’s up with him?”

The mood in the car suddenly drops. "He's um... h-he's in a coma," Chase says.

Bro’s face drops, “…oh. I…I’m so sorry-“

"No, i-it's okay, you didn't know," Chase says. "I didn't even know until I remembered last night." 

Sam's glow seems to dim slightly as their nerve-tail curls around them. 

"It's all Anti's fault," Marvin mutters. 

"I-I cannot--you are not entirely right," Schneep says. "I feel I must share the blame--" 

"You were trying to save Jack, it's not your fault," Jackie assures him. "You didn't know he would hijack the coma."

Alt’s eyes widen, “What? How… how can he do that?” 

Huffle looks at Crystal and makes a face of understanding. “KJSE?” she mouths to them.

Crystal's brow furrows as they try to figure out what Huffle says, then nod once they get it. 

"We are not sure," Schneep says slowly. "Something about how Jack is Anti's host?" 

JJ nods. Seems he got tired of possessing Jack directly and decided him being in a coma would allow him more freedom.

Alt’s eyes flash with anger, “bastard… that’s- god.” 

Bro looks concerned. “That’s awful…”

"We've been working on it," Marvin says. "I've asked every magician I know for help. There has to be something." He pauses. "But... it has been a while, though. A bit over two years." He shakes his head. "Jack will be fine, though. We'll figure something out. Hell, maybe IRIS can do something." 

"We are not going to IRIS for help," Schneep says firmly. 

"When did I say we would? We're going to a facility of theirs. Maybe we can look around for stuff we can... borrow."

Alt grins, “that sounds like an excellent idea, Marvin. Those bastards deserve to be stolen from.”

"Heh." Marvin grins right back mischievously. "Let's see what we can find in there, then." 

The dirt road winds around for a while, a couple trees popping up here and there. Schneep reaches down into his suitcase and pulls out the white IRIS coat he'd shown Alt back when they first arrived, as well as a lanyard with an ID card. "We must be getting close, yes?" 

"Pretty close," Anti confirms.

Alt glitches a bit anxiously in his seat in anticipation, watching the windows. 

Huffle drums her hands on her legs, “So.. it’s mostly empty right? But… probably still people there? How are we all getting in?”

"We were discussing that earlier, briefly before you arrived," Schneep says, glancing back at her. "But ah... we did not come to a full agreement." 

"How many people are going inside again?" Chase asks. "It's Schneep, Marv, the two brothers, and the two gir--not-guys. So that's six people who need to be covered." 

Crystal laughs. "Not-guys?" 

"I panicked." 

"No no, I love it, really." 

“I’ve never been called a not-guy before!” Huffle laughs. 

"I can take down the camera system for a while, but they'll probably get it back up again quickly," Anti says. "Your first priority should be finding a room with spare uniforms or something."

Alt nods, “Good idea.” 

“Eyyy dress up time!” Bro somewhat cheers. Alt rolls his eyes with a laugh.

"How do we actually get in?" Jackie asks. "Do we just wave Schneep's ID thing in front of the door?" 

"Yes, I was assuming that was the case," Schneep says. 

"You'll need to find the door, first," Anti says. "Look. Up there. That's the entrance." 

There is... nothing in sight. Only a weird hill with a tree growing next to it.

Bro blinks comically out. “…Anti, that’s a tree-“ 

Huffle bursts into giggles. 

Alt rolls his eyes again. “We gotta go look for the entrance dude- c’mon.” He glitches outside of the car then starts to glitch around to look for any sign of an entrance.

Chase pulls to the side of the road and parks the car next to the hill. Jackie gets out first, then Schneep, and then Marvin and JJ get out only so that the others in the rows behind them can get out, too. They all start looking around. 

It doesn't take long for some of the guys to notice the difference. Alt, Bro, and Huffle all gather around the tree. A tree that is... mostly wood, but there's a section of it that seems unusually shiny. Marvin notices as well. He reaches out and knocks on it. It does not sound like hitting a tree at all. Alt perks up then grins, going to try to see if he can open or- find some way that this tree works.

It looks like there's a small seam on the edge of the shiny area. It's barely noticable, but he could fit a fingernail into the space. 

"Hey guys! We found something!" Marvin shouts at the others, who all walk over.

Alt flicks out his pocket knife and goes to wedge it into the crack and tries to pry it open.

Metal hinges creak and a panel opens up, revealing a metal alcove with a circular camera and a card reader. 

"Here we go," Jackie says. "Please say the camera system is down right now." 

Anti forms nearby. "Yep, I shut it down as soon as Alt started opening it." 

“Oh- fast thinking dude,” Alt laughs. 

"Good to hear," Schneep says, pulling on the white coat and putting the lanyard around his neck. He steps forward and holds the card up to the reader. It beeps, and there's the sound of something metal sliding open.

Alt blinks and then glitches towards the sound of metal opening. 

Bro tries to hurry after him. “Alt you gotta wait for the rest of us!”

The others all quickly follow. On the other side of the hill, a door has suddenly opened up in the earth, leading into a small metal room. An elevator. 

"Well, this probably won't say open forever," Jackie says, immediately stepping in. "C'mon, guys."

Huffle tries to catch up to everyone. Alt helps to pull her in with a quick glitch. 

Bro nods, “Yeah! Hidden elevator- super not worrying…” he hurries in too.

"This is how IRIS tends to operate," Schneep says as he steps in. "If they do not have a compound somewhere, they have a secret location." 

Crystal also hurries into the elevator, leaving Chase, JJ, and Marvin outside. 

"Good luck, guys," Chase says, trying to hide his worry with an easy smile. "We'll keep the van ready."

“Thanks dude!” Bro grins at his other self, giving him a two finger salute. 

“We’ll see you guys soon,” Alt nods.

JJ and Marvin wave at them as the doors close. Schneep presses a button and the elevator starts to descend. Not long after, the doors open again, and a white hallway extends before them with metal floors and ceilings. A couple other hallways branch off it, and there are normal-looking doors lining the walls. 

Schneep starts down the hallway first, looking around. "Hmm. I think... think one of these first doors are a locker room."

“Awesome! Easy peasy~” Bro grins.

Alt follows close behind and Huffle hurriedly clings to his arm, a bit worried and looking around anxiously. 

Jackie immediately starts trying the doors. Some are locked, but one soon opens, revealing indeed a locker room, small and with blue metal lockers lining two walls, the final wall having hangers with white coats, helmets, and what look like some sort of bulletproof vests. 

There is also a man sitting on a bench nearby, hunched over a phone. He looks up in surprise. "Oh! Uh..." 

Schneep quickly pushes to the front. "Ah, hello, I am showing these new employees around this facility. They are going to be added to the shift board."

Bro waves in a friendly manner. Huffle hides more behind Alt. Alt tries to keep his face neutral.

"Oh, uh, okay." The man nods slowly. "I, uh, haven't seen you guys around." 

"Yes, like I said, they are new," Schneep explains. 

"Right. Sorry. Uh... what are their positions? We put in some calls for some C&C here."

Alt and Bro exchange glances. “Uh I think that’s… us!” Bro says, trying to smile.

"Really?" The man stands up and leans to the side. "All of you? I mean, uh..." Crystal's face turns red. "W-well, um, yeah!" 

"You shouldn't judge from appearances, dude," Jackie says. "These two are very capable too." Jackie gestures at Huffle and Crystal. "Don't be a prejudiced asshole. Just cause they're not guys--" 

"No I didn't mean anything like that!" The man quickly says. "Uh--you can just--just look around the room, I'll uh--be in the security center!" He hurriedly walks past the others out into the hallway.

Huffle blinks at Jackie then laughs, “Dude… nice save!” Bro offers Jackie a high five.

Jackie high fives him with a grin. "Fun fact, guaranteed way to get people to leave quickly: make them uncomfortable. They stop thinking about others and start thinking about themselves." 

“That’s a good tip, gonna remember that-“ Alt chuckles. 

Schneep walks over to the wall with the hanging clothes and starts taking off helmets and vests. "Put all these on. They are the C&C uniforms. Take off any extra jackets and such, too."

Bro hurries and takes off his jacket and puts on the new one. He looks at the helmet and hums. “Never been much of a helmet guy-“ 

Alt tries to see if he can put the jacket on over his own. 

Huffle looks at the jackets with a face. “…this is so weird-“

Crystal groans. "I don't like borrowed clothesssss." 

"Well, it'd look weird if we were walking around without them," Jackie says, picking up a vest. "And sorry bout the helmets, but we gotta wear them. We have to hide our faces." 

Anti manifests next to them. "Yeah, and soon. That guy went back to the security center, he's already working on restoring the camera system." 

Crystal makes a face but puts a helmet on. "Ah yes, faceless. My ideal gender presentation." 

Jackie stops putting on his vest to laugh.

Huffle also laughs and gets into the jacket and grabs a helmet. “I feel like it would easier for some of us to get lab coats- you know?” 

Alt shudders and hurriedly puts on a helmet. “T-this should be fine.”

"It is too late, we have claimed you are C&C so we must stick to that story," Schneep says. "Now... if everyone is ready, let us go look around. I will have to pretend that I know my way around this place."

Bro flips his helmet down and salutes at Schneep. “you got it, Dr. Schneep sir!” 

Alt checks himself over and nods. 

Huffle puts her helmet on, wringing her fingers a bit nervously.

They head back out into the hallway. 

"They really gotta label these doors," Jackie mutters. 

Schneep looks around. He grabs his card from his lanyard. "Whatever we are looking for will probably be protected. Look for the doors with card readers." 

"Well I-I don't see any here," Crystal says. 

"Down the halls, then," Schneep says. "First left, first right, second left, or second right?"

“Let’s do… first right.” Alt says. 

“Kinda weird to be looking for a TRVLR thing completely blind now…” Bro sighs.

Schneep nods and leads the way down the first hallway to the right. This area is lined with more doors, all of them with keycard sensors. He holds up his lanyard to the first one. It beeps and opens up. 

Schneep pushes it open, revealing a room full of boxes. "This is storage, I think." 

“So probably not here… unless they keep plans with storage,” Alt says.

"Probably," Schneep says, closing the door. 

Unfortunately, all the other doors in this hallway appear to be storage as well. But the one at the end is different, being filled with filing cabinets instead of boxes. 

"Hmm? A possibility?" Jackie says. 

"I think so," Schneep agrees. "Let's search." He goes towards the nearest filing cabinet and starts examining it. 

"Do they have like... a system or something?" Crystal asks. 

"Yes, but it is not all that intuitive, if you ask me," Schneep says. He rolls his eyes. "Why not keep things alphabetical?"

Huffle snorts, “What other system is there??” She grumbles as she starts to look. Alt glitches around to try to see what looks promising. Bro goes into the first cabinet he can find, taking out the files to squint at the names.

After a bit of searching, Huffle and Jackie find themselves looking at the same cabinet. Jackie opens up a drawer and something immediately pops out to Huffle. In the folder labelled "Prototypes", a paper sticks out, and on the corner she can see a series of letters. T...R...V...L...

Huffle gasps loudly and grabs the file, holding it high above her head. “I FOUND IT!!” 

Alt perks up then glitches over, trying to get a look, “You did??”

"Whoa, hey, let us see!" Jackie says, holding out his hand. 

"What is in this? Prototypes?" Schneep says, looking at the file. "Oh! That would make sense, they are only starting to work on it now."

Alt blinks then frowns, “…so this might not even work?” 

“Well… maybe this is an older file…?” Huffle says sheepishly.

"Here, hand it to me," Schneep says, holding his hand out. Huffle hands it to Henrik. He flips through the file and pulls out the TRVLR blueprints. He looks them over. "No, it is an up to date file," he says, and frowns. "Hmm." Then his eyes light up. "Aha! There is a note here. They are beginning the production of the first prototype! Somewhere in this very compound. We need to find a room with many machines.

“Oh sick! That’s probably as close as we’re gonna get huh?” Bro says. 

Alt’s eyes light up as he nods and starts to head out the door. “Let's start looking then!”

"Alright, let's go then!" Jackie whoops and follows Alt out of the room. "Where do we look next?" 

“Let’s try the next hallway over,” Alt says, walking fast down the hall. Bro and Huffle try to catch up- Huffle tries to make sure the place isn’t too messy.

Crystal also makes sure the room is as it was when they came in and then hurries after the rest of the group. 

The next hallway over is a dud, full of more storage. "How many fucking rooms do they need?" Jackie mutters as they search. So they head to the next hallway. This one has no doors, except for a set of double doors on one wall. 

"That looks important," Crystal says.

Alt nods, “Sure does… Hen- can you see if you can get in?” Bro tries to keep an eye out for anything out of the ordinary.

Schneep nods. He walks over and tries to open it up with his keycard... but nothing. He frowns. "I suppose I do not have permissions for this. That means that it is quite important. Most definitely where we are supposed to go."

Alt frowns, “I can try to glitch inside… but that might give us away-“ 

“Do you know any invisibility spells, Alt?” Huffle asks. 

“…I haven’t been any good at them- my magic’s kinda… flashy.”

"Go on," Anti's voice says from Alt's phone. "I'm still in the camera system, there's no one inside. I'll cause another blip as you glitch."

Alt blinks then grins and nods, quickly glitching inside.

The inside of the room looks a bit like a phone manufacturing line. There's a conveyor belt stretching the length of the room, lined with robotic arms. There's also a button on the inside of the door to unlock it from this side. 

Alt blinks in surprise at the interior, marveling at the robotic arms. Then he hurries back to the door to unlock it for the others. They all rush in. 

"Whoa!" Jackie blinks. "Look at this place! It's kind of cool... and also a bit creepy." He glances around. "Yep, empty. Good to know." 

Schneep hurries to the end of the conveyor belt line. There's a kiosk with a computer screen there and he starts looking it over. "Hmm. Alright, I think I am understanding this. There is a blue platform right here." He points at a flat rectangular tray next to the kiosk. "Put your TRVLR pieces there." He takes out the blueprints and puts them on a similar tray with a camera-like device over it, making sure that they're straightened out. 

Alt looks a bit confused but he does what Henrik asks, opening up his jacket to get to the TRVLR pieces in his hoodie pocket. He opens up the bag and dumps out the contents onto the tray. 

“Ohhh! Is it like an automated system?” Huffle asks, peeking curiously behind Schneep.

"Yes, exactly." Schneep nods. "Automated. Make sure all the parts are lined out, no overlapping. That will make it faster."

Alt nods and starts to do that, “That’s handy… I thought I was gonna have to figure out how to do it myself,” he chuckles. Once he’s done he steps back, “…I really hope this works..”

"I hope so as well," Schneep says. He types in something to the computer. The conveyor belt whirls to life, the robotic arms moving. The blue tray starts going down the conveyor belt, passing through several walls of light that scan the parts. The arms whirl almost too fast to keep track of. 

"Oooo." Jackie watches. "That does look cool."

Bro watches with wide eyes, “oooooh is right look at how cool that is!” 

Alt glitches a bit in place, a bit anxious as he watches the machine work.

"I believe this place is a sort of factory for IRIS," Schneep says. "It assembles a lot of their devices. If you will look around." He gestures vaguely at the room. There are more machines pushed up against the walls. "Those are no doubt for other things of theirs." 

Jackie frowns. "Do you think we should like... sabotage these or something, then?"

Huffle hums and starts to look around, “Yeah- what if they’re making like… a death Ray or something-“ 

“I do enjoy smashing things-“ Bro laughs. “Anything to get these fuckers to you know- stop kidnapping people and shit.”

Schneep frowns. "That would not be very subtle, would it?" 

"Oh come on, Schneep, Huffle is right!" Jackie says. "What if they're making a death ray?" 

"IRIS does plenty bad things, but I don't think that would be in their list. They are all about containing things... and possibly using them." Schneep shakes his head. "But if you all want to try, go on ahead."

“I’m sure we can destroy them subtly! …somehow- I might have some scissors in my backpack-“ Huffle says, digging through her bag. Her and Bro start to look around at what kind of machines they have around.

"I'd help you guys, but I don't think I'd be able to do much," Crystal says. "Uh... try to be quiet, though." 

"Don't worry about us, dude," Jackie says, grinning at them. "We'll be careful." 

The machines are all very strange, mostly unrecognizable. There's something that's like a 3D printer. Something that looks like a microwave but a bit bigger--and which has some tape with the words "NO FOOD" written on it in black marker. Something that looks like a massive scale but with robotic arms attached. There are a lot of kiosks with computer screens around, no doubt to control the devices just like the one Schneep used to start the conveyor belt.

Bro whistles, “Damn- these are all so weird…” 

“Yeah-“ Huffle agrees. She then hums and looks around the side of one of the kiosks. “Hey- if one of you two could get a panel off- I could snip the wires so it won’t work!” She grins, clipping some scissors in her hand.

"Oh! Great idea!" Jackie grins. "Okay, uh... let's look at these." He walks over to the kiosk Huffle is looking at and crouches down. "Okay, here's this." He reaches out, tracing the seams of a panel, held in by tiny, tiny screws. "Uhhhh... this is really well-made. Kind of hard to get a grip." He pauses. "Alt, weird question. Do you think you could like... break mechanical stuff? I know he can't, but you're slightly different. If you could just get one panel off." 

Alt blinks and tears himself away from watching the machine. He looks conflicted then sighs and glitches over. “if you want me to- I could just short out all these things.” 

“Aw- but that’s not as fun!” Bro says.

"Yeah let us help!" Jackie says. "Besides, if something big happens, you want to save your power, right? That's why I asked if you could just get one panel off on these kiosks."

Alt makes a face and then sighs and puts his hand on the panel. Green blue magic surround the screws and quickly loosen them and they pop out. “there.” 

“Thanks Alt!” Huffle says. 

Alt looks at the other kiosks, “…you wanna take these all down right?” He then glitches to the next one and starts the process for that one too- then the next one- loosening as many panels as he can.

"Yep!" Jackie grins. "Thanks Alt! You're the bestest!" He heads over to the second kiosk and looks inside. There's a mess of wires and computer parts. The same with the first one that Huffle is by. 

"Alright. If we do enough damage in here they should shut down. And then you can't control them." Jackie reaches inside, and a ring of silvery green light surrounds his hands, displacing all the computer parts as it appears with a crunch. "Ohhh. That sound is satisfying."

Huffle giggles and goes to grab some wires and just starts snipping. Bro goes to another one Alt opened and starts to rip out the wires like he’s plucking weeds.

Even Crystal gets in on it, hesitantly reaching in and pulling at stuff until it loosens. By the time the conveyor belt has finished its work, all the machines in the room have been sabotaged. 

Schneep walks over to the end of the conveyor and gently picks up the finished project. "Is this your TRVLR?" he asks, holding it up to Bro and Alt. It looks almost exactly the same as it did before. The only difference is a crack going horizontally across its screen, dividing it in half.

Alt looks back and his eyes light up as he glitches over and looks the TRVLR over. He glitches in excitement, “Yes!” He quickly tries to power it on. Bro hurries over to watch.

The screen lights up immediately, responding in an instant. The three bubbles on the screen appear, looking the same as ever. The one with the universe list, the one to access settings, and the one to perform a jump. In the corner of the screen is the universe code U-0803018CC, the exact one that Anti guessed they arrived in earlier. When Alt checks the universe list, he finds everything the same as he left it, with his favorite universes marked and everything. 

"Huh." Crystal walks over, looking at it. "So... if it works, you could go home, now?"

Alt looks so relieved he feels pinpricks of tears in his eyes. “y-yeah… yeah we can…! And we can- we can see the others! E-everything’s still here…” 

Bro jumps up and cheers, “Let’s GOOO!! We did it!!” 

Huffle smiles and walks over too, “I’m so glad that worked you guys!”

Schneep grins a little. "Congratulations. Now. Let us get out of here quickly. Before that man in the security center starts to wonder what we are doing running machinery in the assembly room."

Alt nods and puts the TRVLR away. “Right- let’s go meet the others.” 

[sinofbisexuality]

Thought I'd let everyone know, I am technically alive. In the past week I have

-packed literally everything i own into two cars

-driven nearly 900 miles in my 2010 minivan

-had a strange warning light pop up on said dash while in the mountains with no signal

-played the most ridiculous game of phone tag, desperately begging a rental company to let me give them money

-found a very kind woman on Craigslist to rent from instead

[wanderingandfound]

I've only driven a sedan once before, the rental car I took from my brother's friend's place to the cemetery I saw the 2024 total solar eclipse from. Everything else has been a (small) pick up, a hatchback, a minivan, like four station wagons, a pre-SUV Forester and an SUV Forester.

I don't want an SUV.

I loved my offroad station wagon. I want another offroad station wagon. I do not particularly need an offroad station wagon.

My dad wants me to have the newest safety features. Subaru Eyesight was only introduced ~2015, and made standard ~2019.

My beloved Subaru Outback became an SUV in 2005.

So. That means we're looking at sedans and hatchbacks. I'm tempted to go back to the type of car I inherited from my yiayia ‐ a two door hatchback that I also lost to a deer. I'm thinking maybe a Honda Fit, reliable and sometimes come in pretty colors.

My dad says the car needs to weigh at least 3k. Because of Click and Clack. Radio brothers that have been off the air for a dozen years.

I wonder what the Tappet Brothers would have to say about how modern cars are data gathering and surveillance devices. My dad used to he more worried about digital surveillance, until he could be in the other side of it.

So Honda Fit too light. And lacks AWD, which is useful when living somewhere with mountains and snow and little snow infrastructure. Looking at the Subaru Impreza. Nothing is all that endearing about it, except for the shade of blue that some of them come in. I feel so much like a girl (negative), the way I'm susceptible to a pretty color.

I want a pretty color. Yesterday I was looking up how much it would cost to paint a car. $1k for bad quality, $8k minimum for acceptable quality apparently.

Find out that the Impreza doesn't have room for a donut, let alone a spare tire. That ruin's all the shine of pretty colors and getting a good mpg while still being all-wheel drive.

So today I test drive a Subaru Legacy. Red. Wide. But not as wide as the minivan, so maybe it'll be alright.

After we all but say we'll buy the car in a few days, I get in the back seat.

I'm too tall.

I can make it if I slouch. But my brother and father are taller.

So I guess that's a no on sedans.

[sprinterbuzz]

Van Rental at DFW Airport: Sprinter Buzz

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the busiest airports in the world, serving millions of travelers each year. For many of those visitors, reliable transportation is essential, whether it’s for a family vacation, a business trip, or group travel. Renting a van from DFW Airport can be a smart, cost-effective solution for those who need more space, comfort, and flexibility than a standard rental car can offer. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits of van rentals, the types of vans available, tips for choosing the right van, and the top rental companies at DFW Airport.

Why Rent a Van at DFW Airport?

Spaciousness: Vans offer significantly more room than sedans or SUVs, making them ideal for families, groups of friends, or business teams. Whether you’re traveling with a lot of luggage or just want extra legroom, vans provide ample space for both passengers and belongings.

Group Travel: If you're traveling with a group, renting a van allows everyone to stay together, rather than splitting up into multiple vehicles. This not only simplifies coordination but also makes it easier to enjoy the journey together.

Comfort: Modern vans are equipped with comfortable seating, entertainment systems, climate control, and other amenities that make long trips more pleasant. Whether you’re headed on a road trip or navigating Dallas traffic, the comfort of a van enhances the overall experience.

Cost-Effective: Renting a van can be more economical than renting multiple smaller vehicles, especially when traveling with a large group. You’ll save on rental fees, fuel, and parking by consolidating your transportation needs into one vehicle.

Flexibility: With a van rental, you have the flexibility to go where you need, when you need. Whether it’s a hotel, a business meeting, or a tourist attraction, you can set your own schedule without relying on public transportation or ride-sharing services.

Types of Vans Available for Rent at DFW Airport

There are various types of vans available for rent at DFW Airport, depending on your specific needs. Here’s an overview of the most common options:

Passenger Vans: These are ideal for transporting larger groups of people, typically seating between 7 and 15 passengers. Passenger vans are commonly used for family vacations, group trips, or shuttle services. They offer comfortable seating and sufficient storage for luggage.

Minivans: A minivan is perfect for families or smaller groups of up to 7 passengers. They offer a balance of space, comfort, and fuel efficiency, making them a popular choice for road trips and airport transfers. Minivans also feature foldable seats for extra cargo space.

Cargo Vans: If you're traveling for business and need to transport equipment or goods, cargo vans provide ample storage space. These vans are also useful for moving furniture, catering supplies, or other large items. Cargo vans are spacious but still easy to drive.

Luxury Vans: For those looking for a more upscale experience, luxury vans come with premium features such as leather seats, advanced entertainment systems, and enhanced climate control. These are often rented for corporate events, VIP transport, or special occasions.

12-15 Passenger Vans: For large groups, a 12- or 15-passenger van is the best option. These vans are perfect for sports teams, large families, or company outings. They offer maximum seating capacity while maintaining comfort and legroom for passengers.

Top Van Rental Companies at DFW Airport

DFW Airport has several major car rental companies, many of which offer a wide selection of vans. Here’s a look at some of the top van rental providers you’ll find at DFW Airport:

Enterprise Rent-A-Car: Enterprise is known for its extensive fleet and excellent customer service. At DFW Airport, Enterprise offers a variety of van options, including minivans, passenger vans, and luxury vans. They also have flexible rental terms and a well-organized pickup process.

Hertz: One of the most recognized names in car rentals, Hertz offers a variety of van rentals at DFW Airport, including both passenger and cargo vans. Hertz is a great option for travelers looking for reliable, well-maintained vehicles and competitive pricing.

Avis: Avis is another popular choice for van rentals at DFW. They offer minivans and passenger vans with a focus on comfort and safety. Avis frequently provides discounts and promotions, making it a great option for budget-conscious travelers.

Budget Rent-A-Car: True to its name, Budget provides affordable van rental options for those looking to save money without sacrificing quality. They offer 7- and 12-passenger vans, ideal for family trips and group travel.

Alamo Rent-A-Car: Alamo is a great choice for international travelers, with a wide range of van rental options. They offer quick check-in services and have a reputation for providing clean, comfortable vehicles.

National Car Rental: National caters to business travelers and those who prefer a premium rental experience. Their selection of luxury vans and passenger vans is perfect for those needing extra comfort or high-end features.

Things to Consider When Renting a Van at DFW Airport

Size of the Van: Determine how many passengers you’ll have and how much luggage or cargo you’ll be bringing. Choose a van that accommodates your group comfortably, with enough storage space for your belongings.

Duration of Rental: Rental companies at DFW offer flexible rental periods, from a few hours to several weeks. Be sure to consider your travel itinerary and whether you’ll need the van for just the airport transfer or for the entirety of your stay in Dallas.

Rental Price: Prices for van rentals at DFW vary depending on the type of van, rental duration, and demand. Booking in advance can help you secure better rates, especially during peak travel seasons. Be sure to compare prices across different companies to find the best deal.

Insurance: Rental companies offer various insurance options, including collision damage waivers and liability coverage. Make sure to review your existing auto insurance policy or credit card benefits to determine if additional coverage is necessary.

Airport Pickup: DFW Airport has a dedicated Rental Car Center, accessible via shuttle from all terminals. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the pickup and return process, as well as shuttle schedules, to avoid delays in your travel plans.

Extras and Add-ons: If you're traveling with children, you may need a van with child safety seats. Some rental companies offer add-ons such as GPS navigation systems, Wi-Fi hotspots, or additional driver options, so be sure to inquire about available extras.

Benefits of Renting a Van at DFW Airport

Convenience: Having a van ready for you as soon as you land at DFW saves time and simplifies logistics. You can hit the road immediately and travel without any delays.

Wide Selection: With several major car rental companies operating at DFW, you have a wide variety of vans to choose from, ensuring that you find the perfect vehicle for your trip.

On-site Support: Most rental companies have customer service representatives and support staff at DFW, ensuring that any issues or questions can be resolved quickly.

Conclusion

Renting a van from DFW Airport is a practical and convenient solution for families, groups, or business travelers needing extra space and flexibility. With a range of van options available—from minivans to luxury passenger vans—travelers can easily find a vehicle that suits their specific needs. Whether you're visiting Dallas for business or pleasure, a van rental will enhance your travel experience, providing comfort, convenience, and cost savings throughout your trip. By considering the type of van, rental terms, and the best rental companies, you can ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey from the moment you arrive at DFW.

[wellourgerdes]

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[c-nan]

y’all they’re giving me a whole ass minivan-type for the rental car 😭😭😭

[bowlsbowlsalltypeabowls]

I tried to rent a normal sedan for a trip to see my friend in a nearby city but the rental car place gave me a gmc denali (only half full of gas) and I hate it so much. These things should be illegal, they're too high, have you seen those terrifying charts of how close a child can be to you without you seeing them? All the sight lines are terrible. It is also soooooo wide. It takes up the whole lane and when I parallel parked it (not! fun!) it stuck out a good 8/10" from the next car even though I was right on the curb. I stg if this thing gets clipped and I have to fight my rental car insurance about this I'm going to be so mad.

I seriously hate selfish car culture like this. Take up as much space as possible for your own comfort, though I haven't even found the seats that comfortable and getting out is such a pain even though I'm very tall. I just looked it up and a new one of these starts at $74k! So don't even tell me this is for country roads, farms or whatever bullshit they have in the commercials. I'm from rural america and very few people could afford that. It is clearly for UMC suburbanites who consider themselves too cool for a minivan.

Why does a super urban car rental spot even have these? They wanted to give me a pick up! Which I refused bc I couldn't install A's carseat.

[kimtownstudios]

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[popcorn-plots]

Idk if I already posted this or not but I had a dream a few nights ago where Tom Hiddleston (with short hair and Benedict Cumberbatch's eyes) was married to a mix of Susan Downey and my AP English teacher. They had two kids. Martin Freeman's two kids. They were in a parking lot and the dude running the boom gate (i just spent five minutes googling them to see what the fuck they're called) was a really big fan and wanted Tom's autograph, but Tom said nope and threw his daughter in the car.

Threw her. Like picked her up and just tossed her into the backseat like a basketball. Then they circled this random parking lot at BYU (I think it's the one next to the football stadium) trying to find another parking spot to get away from this dude who was actually being really kind about it and asked nicely, walking away when Tom said no.

So they're circling this parking lot and the only other stall available was the stall right next to this guy's massive white minivan. Tom parked his tiny little what, 2006 white car? No idea what it was, but it was a rental car by parents had when our chevy traverse was in the shop.

Yeah, he parked and found out he was next to the dude who wanted his autograph and I woke up.

[butch-himbo]

whoever is writing the episode descriptions for Yellowjackets is maybe one of the funniest people out there. I just noticed that they described Shauna getting her minivan stolen as ‘peer to peer car rentals.’ that’s fucking killer actually