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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

(The sight is too familiar, but he has to swallow most of his fears. He drops into the wheelchair with a relieved sigh.) Hopefully it's not too bad...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

(He lead them both out to the street, a few people whispering about the state of them. He just pushed on, limping to the nearest doctor's office. Worry clawed at his throat and pain turned his stomach, but he stuck through it, managing to get them through the doors and to a nurse.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I-I'm fine, I promise... let's go get checked out together... please, keep pressure on that big cut. (He takes them by the shoulder and urges them away.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

No— no, I don't think h-he's dead... but y-you need a doctor... (He set a hand on their shoulder, hoping to support them.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

(Every cut spikes his anxiety, but the sound of the final blow turns his stomach. After a moment of making sure he can get up, he stands slowly and limps to the other.) W-we need to get you h-help... a-a doctor...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

I-I'm fine..! Stay focused! (Terror still rates through him, now certain attempting to join the other fight would get one or both of them hurt.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

(The sight of the knife makes him freeze long enough for his own attacker to catch him off guard. The near simultaneous pain from his ankle and his rough landing on the ground makes him shout before swinging back, punching the man hard across the jaw.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

(His assailant knocks the wind out of him for a moment, but he's able to keep standing, ignoring the sharp sting in his ankle. He punches at his back and aims an elbow at the man's head before he steps away, causing Simon to stumble again.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

He grabs at the man swinging, tugging roughly on the back of his shirt to drag him away, or down. Anything.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

(He didn't dare question their intuition or comment on their grip. He trusted them far too much. As they're torn away from him, his ankle twists and he falls roughly, scuffing his palms. The sound of their shriek lights a fire in him, and he lunges.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

(He stopped as well, following their gaze quietly. It took a moment, but a quiet dread formed a knot in his stomach.) ..?

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

(He grins, blushing slightly.) As do you..! (He turns back around and walks beside them, itching to hold their hand again but forcing himself to keep his hands in his pockets for now.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

They should check their biases, then. Men look good with long hair. (He chuckled softly.) I suppose I did that already, huh..? I hope I helped her some.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Ah, well. Everyone who can't fathom a young man experiencing emotions can get a life. (He moved forward slightly and walked backwards facing them.) She really grew on you, huh? I believe she's doing well.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

(He huffed a small laugh.) You say that as if you planned to remember that right then and there, then were intentionally overwhelmed by the thought. You've no need to apologize, I promise.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

(He stepped back to let them go first, then followed after. He hadn't felt such piercing glares in some time.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

(He was surprised for a moment before glancing up and noticing the stares. He glared back at the eyes.) I'm finished eating, if you'd like to go...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

(He stood and came around to their side, wiping the tears from their face.) She doesn't see you as a monster because you aren't one, you know that. It can feel hard to believe, but it's true.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

(He reached for their hand again.) Do you want to talk about it..?

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

(He glanced up briefly before looking up fully, worried.) H-Hey, what's wrong..?

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

(He chuckled again and followed suit, still savoring what he could. The warmth was a wonderful treat, spreading from both his heart and the food.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

(He chuckled as well, slightly more playful than before.) Perhaps I shall make it plural? My dears?

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

(He smiled weakly.) You're absolutely right. I look forward to the day, my fr— (He paused, then lowered his voice to a whisper.) ... my dear.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Me neither.. (He squeezed their hand gently.) It's going to be really weird, not having you around... (He teared up as well.) I'm really going to miss you... even if I don't remember you right away...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

(He reached across the table to take their hand.) It's going to be alright... it'll suck absolute shit for a while, of course, but it'll get better. I'm sure of it.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

(He smiles a little sadly.) The Sycamores sound a lot like my parents... my father in particular. It's a miracle I'm still here to talk to you now..!

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Ah, surely you did at some point? Or, well, Desmond more likely, but your body has certainly consumed dirt once or twice. (He chuckled.) Certainly, I would never leave them unwashed for you.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Well, I remember picking the bugs off, at least. The dirt, eh... what little boy hasn't eaten some dirt in his life, haha..! I started washing them after a while, don't worry. I wanted to share them with Angie. If we find some, I'd like to share them with you.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

(He popped a piece of plantain into his mouth as they asked, then thought for a long moment. He smiled warmly.) Raspberries. They grow wild near Stansbury, and I remember eating them when I was little. They're always best right off the bush.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Mm, then allow me to remind you for today..! If I get hungry before we part ways, I'll drag you along too. We'll find something that suits your appetite.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

(He chuckles, slightly embarrassed.) I hadn't thought about it until Des mentioned it, honestly. I probably would've wasted away..! But you're part of that, it's your body too.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

(He hummed softly, elated at the taste and quality of the food.) I am so glad we came here, oh my lord...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Oh, lord— (It looks incredible, and he's clearly trying to keep from stuffing his face so impolitely.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

(He grinned at the employee, a little sad they'd needed to stop so suddenly. But when he spotted the food, his stomach growled again.) Oh my gosh...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

A "see you later," huh... yeah. (He squeezed their hand again.) I don't know if it'll ever be easy... I think I'll always know someone's missing. The absence of an important presence is hard to miss.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

I just hope I get to find you again. Even with everything that's happened, all the time we have, I... still don't feel ready to say goodbye...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

I-I'm sorry— (He wiped his eyes quickly.) That was sudden, u-uhm... yes, absolutely. We'll have as much fun as we can. (He smiled softly.) You deserve love.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

(They surely didn't mean to, but... ouch.) I do want you... you, Desmond, and Hershel. I swear it. I could... I could never lie about something this serious... (His hand trembles slightly, voice shaking.) Especially because w-we need to... part ways s-soon...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

(He squeezed their hand gently, looking a little sad.) I hope you find some joy, though... with me, and whoever you find in your future...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

(He hesitated for a moment before reaching across the table and tapping their hand, offering to take it.) I'm glad you have Raymond. You deserve more than one person, but I'd rather you have him than no one at all.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

(He smiles softly.) You stayed near them? *I can't imagine putting Angie in someone else's care like that, I would have to stay with her... I'm not strong enough to leave.*

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

(He followed happily, settling in warmly.) This is genuinely wonderful, what a nice place to have stumbled upon..! I can't wait to try everything.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Ooh, that sounds incredible..! I say we do both, and we split each piece in half?

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

(He chuckled a little more before grinning. Sharing a meal in such a quiet little nook..! He fought to keep his face from flushing.) I don't see why not..! They look incredible.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Your kindness and wit are unmatched..! (He laughs softly as well, hoping the blush creeping back up his ears passes as simple joy.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

(Oh dear, they're certainly far better at this than he is..! His eyebrows raise as he grins.) Quite right..! Quiet and homey, and the food looks delightful! I may struggle to choose. (He's going to pick the cheapest thing on the menu, of course.)

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

(He smiled, then puffed up a prim and proper act - while keeping his voice lower to not attract extra attention - hoping to make them laugh.) Goodness, you're too kind, my dear friend..! Let us enjoy this meal we have worked hard to aquire.

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

(He nods, then pauses before a small store, checking the meal prices.) This doesn't look bad... (He glanced over.) Once we have our food, care to share a little of what you're remembering?

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

(A pang of fear and sadness made him slow slightly, only for a moment.) I... suppose I'll have to be. I'm sure the stream will make me forget everything that will keep me from my fate... I just hope I remember everyone...

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Simon Pechthold @simonpechthold.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Me neither. (He meandered around, looking at everything nearby. His heart itched for another quiet moment like the back of the bus.)

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