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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

I'm so sorry you had to hear that from him, but I'm glad he's better now. Parents who can't accept their LGBT+ children are missing so much and cause crazy amounts of damage.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“Oh. I don’t understand that! Why?” she asked brightly. “You wouldn’t…” Mikel groaned. There was no point in trying to explain.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“Sure, that makes sense. I always knew she was a shit boy.” Clementine revelled in the way her daddy’s eye twitched at the swearing (Mummy taught her that, after all). “But Keely? She could pick anything! She could be Queen Judithea Bunch!” “I think she just wants to fit in… as much as she can.”

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“No… although I’m sure Mummy has plans to make sure that never happens,” he said. “We thought Cillian was your brother, but he told us that was wrong and h— she is actually your sister Keely.” Mikel took a deep breath and waited for Clementine’s next challenge.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“Let me get this straight. You and Mummy made another surprise baby sister?” Clemmy asked, working on her craft project. Mikel had taken her out for the day to share that she had two sisters, and he suspected his daughter was deliberately operating on hard mode for the fun of it. (1/4) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

She pulled her child into a tight hug and felt her finally sag with exhaustion. She promised it would be okay, that they would do everything they could. “We really need to think of another name, though. I fucked that one up for you, didn’t I?” She felt the smallest smile against her shoulder.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Siobhan listened, hands flying to her mouth; not in shock, but in horror that her baby had felt he had to carry all of this alone. In that instant, she made a quiet promise to herself: she would do everything in her power to make this right for her child. Whatever it took.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

he’d felt deeply uncomfortable; about being terrified of growing up and looking like his dad. He said things he’d been ignoring until now; things that surprised even him as they came out.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Once he began, Cillian wasn’t sure he’d be able to stop. In the small vocabulary he had for such big feelings, he told Siobhan about always envying his sisters; about how, from the moment he realised he and Clementine were different... (1/4) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“Would it help if I said I think I know, and it’s okay?” At that, Cillian buried his face in his hands. She didn’t touch him, didn’t rush him. She just waited patiently, so she wouldn’t scare him off.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“What’s wrong?” Siobhan asked as Cillian collapsed onto the sofa beside her. Mikel was off somewhere keeping Clementine and Niamh entertained, which Cillian was quietly grateful for. “I…” (1/2) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“The thing about being an imaginary friend,” Warburton began, “we have a direct line to the Watcher. She didn’t give you bad parents; that’s for side characters, spouses, and legacy cousins.” “Promise?” “Cross my plumbob. Now go tell them so we can all lighten up!” #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“Heeey… aah, it happened, didn’t it?” Warburton’s grin slipped as he clocked his best friend’s face. “I should be like Clemmy…” Cillian sighed. “What? Evil? Ginger?” Warburton tried to make it light, then softened. “I know. You need to tell.” “But what if…” Cillian’s voice wobbled. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Cillian stepped away from the celebration. He’d always known he felt different from what he was expected to feel. Watching Clementine in her new clothes, excited for school, already unapolagetically herself, something clicked into place. It wasn’t envy of her party. It was recognition. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The biting might be on its way out, but the bombastic side-eye was here to stay. Make no mistake: Clementine Aherne would take no prisoners. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

With Clemmy’s birthday, Siobhan and Mikel looked forward to at least one fewer load of diapers. Their little biter was off to school. Siobhan prayed the habit wouldn’t extend to her classmates. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Between the breathless thank-yous and the sound of Mikel’s spine protesting, Siobhan pieced together exactly what had happened.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The reaction was almost immediate. Cillian flew into the kitchen, Mikel watering his beloved plants, Siobhan making Clemmy’s birthday cake (perhaps she’d stop biting now?), and launched himself into his dad’s arms, nearly knocking him flat. (1/2) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The dolls were close enough matches that the ongoing dramatic affair storyline could continue without a hiccup. Satisfied, he stuck a note to the roof: “Team Morgana. I hope Thornton pays! Love from Dad.”

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The dollhouse was meant for Niamh’s next birthday, but Mikel figured he had time to buy another before then. He set it up in Cillian’s room as quietly as he could, trying not to wake him. (1/2) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

He spotted the note on the roof and felt a lump in his throat. This was the best present ever.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Cillian was used to his room looking a certain way. Nothing ever moved, aside from Warburton, who occasionally duplicated out of sheer omnipresence (or a glitch). But the dollhouse; so like Clementine’s, and so unmistakably planted in the middle of his floor. That was new. (1/2) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“I think we get what we’re given,” she said softly. “Maybe he’ll need to tell us something at some point. Maybe he won’t.” “There’s something I need to do…” Mikel muttered, getting to his feet and leaving the room.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“Nothing… I… Cillian’s got a room full of toys he never touches, and I just walked in on him playing with Clemmy’s dolls, clearly hours deep into a dramatic affair storyline. Did we do something wrong?” Siobhan let the question hang. She had her own suspicions; this didn’t contradict them.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

“Are we bad parents?” Mikel asked, slumping onto the edge of the bed beside Siobhan. She considered it, trying to read where this was going. “I mean, I taught Clemmy to say—no, scream—‘Good fucking God’ today, so… possibly? What did you do?” (1/3) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

As vicious as she was, Clementine slept like a log. This gave Cillian ample time to sneak in and play with her dolls. The dollhouse; repaired after Clementine bodyslammed it, was the perfect stage for his imagination. Cillian had the best time naming every doll and plotting their lives. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

As oblivious as Clementine was in her deep slumber, Cillian rivalled her whenever he was absorbed in the lives of the dolls under his command. He didn’t notice someone slip into the room, watch for a while, then ease back out and pull the door quietly shut behind them. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Montague was exhausted! At least there was one family member who felt the same way he did. Niamh was the most gentle of the two younger Ahernes, and often synced with his nap schedule. The perfect companion. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

As you can imagine it's a rite of passage in Scotland 😂

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Elsewhere, poor Montague was conscripted into Siobhan’s fitness routine. When his person got married, he’d imagined double treats and twice the cuddles, not small sticky-handed people and whatever this was. He did not sign up for cardio. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Cillian let out a breath he hadn’t realised he was holding. “You know you’ll always be my best friend, right?” he said, suddenly needing to reassure him, even after the yes.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Back at home, Cillian checked in with Warburton. “You were kind of quiet back there. Are we good?” he asked, biting his lip. “Of course we are, stupid!” Warburton laughed. “You were with your kind of people, and I didn’t want to blow it by making you look like you were crazy.” (1/2)

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Warburton hugged him tightly. He didn’t know if he’d always be his best friend; imaginary friends rarely enjoy long lives. He hoped he’d be the exception, but who could say when Cillian might decide he had enough in his life and didn’t need him anymore? For now, he held on, just in case. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Mara had a more assertive edge than Jaya, but she was perfectly kind and seemingly happy to make a new friend, so Cillian felt at ease with both of them. He chatted, played, and, for just a few hours, forgot himself in the best way.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Not only did Cillian make one friend that day; he also met Mara, who’d come to the park to see Jaya. (1/2) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Siobhan was having the best time doing absolutely nothing, just topping up her ghostly Innisgreen tan. She’d been looking forward to a day out with her eldest (quiet as it’s kept, her favourite), but a surprise day of doing nothing? For a mother of three, that was practically a myth. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Warburton hovered anyway, checking in, keeping watch, making sure Cillian didn’t get hurt. He didn’t interact much, as he was painfully aware of how Cillian might look if his new friend saw him talking to thin air.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Cillian was having a great time with Jaya. There was something comforting about spending time with a solid skin-and-bone sim everyone else could see, not just him. (1/2) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Something in that sentence prickled, but he ignored it and ran after her towards the playground.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

“I’m Jaya!” she announced, unprompted. “We go to school together. You’re Cillian.” It was a statement more than a question, but he nodded. “All the other boys are gross and annoying, but you seem okay,” she smiled. “Come on! Let’s go!” (1/2) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Cillian offered a small, reluctant smile but didn’t step forward. He had already learned to view other children with a degree of suspicion.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Siobhan took Cillian to the park, ready to spend the whole day glued to his side if that’s what he needed. he was pleasantly surprised when a girl about his age approached, clearly on a mission to make friends. (1/2) #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

With her baby-making days firmly behind her, Siobhan turned her attention to getting back to her pre-pregnancy shape. As her paintings were fetching higher prices, she treated herself to new workout gear; athleisure that said “serious about fitness,” not “about to start a pyramid scheme.” #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

“GOOD FUCKING GODDD!” Clementine screeched back, triumphant. Of course she’d nail that on the first attempt. Siobhan abandoned the lesson before the vocabulary got any worse.

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Clementine was convinced she’d make an excellent T-rex. This theory was tested moments later when a shrill scream split the house. She’d selected Cillian as her prey and clamped her brand-new teeth into his hand, keen to put them through their paces. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Siobhan crouched to eye level, trying to get through to her daughter. “Clemmy, you can’t bite your brother… or anyone, for that matter.” “No Clemmy. Only Tyronnarosaurus Rex,” Clementine declared, defiant. “Good fucking God…” Siobhan muttered. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Clementine had finally learnt to look at books the right way up. As charming as A Good Night’s Moon was, she much preferred her dinosaur book; less cosy bedtime, more teeth. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Mikel was starting to worry about Cillian. He hadn’t made friends at school, and often Mikel found him perfectly content on his own, carrying on one-sided conversations that gave him pause. Imaginary friends were normal. He just didn’t want his child to feel like he couldn’t talk to him. #aherne

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Ice-CreamForBreakfast's Diabolical Gameplay @frostybreakfast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Mikel could already see the outdoor space becoming the garden of his dreams; plenty of space for crops, flower beds, and even a set of swings for the kids. Give it a season or two and he’d be insufferable about tomatoes. #aherne

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