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They built their homes amongst cherry blossom trees.
Scott sat in his home and watched Gem and Impulse go about their days. He stared at the trees, the colourful leaves vibrant and elegant.
Sometimes he'd remember the past games. This area was like his first home, with Jimmy, back in the flower fields. And at the same time, it reminded him of his home with Martyn. Their houses were closely packed, like they had been in every life game he'd played.
He sat in his new home, on the floor, staring at his hands. Hands that had seen their fair share of bloodshed. Hands that had refused the call of the Boogeyman and were punished for it. Hands that gave into that call.
The trees outside were beautiful. He'd taken their wood and used it for his home. Scott couldn't help but admire them. Even from afar.
This was the start of a new life. A life where, in future life games, he would be reminded of by small things.
Gem waved at him when she saw him. Scott waved back.
"You coming?" Impulse asked, his hand stretched out towards him. When had they gotten into his house?
The others were behind them; Martyn with coral on his clothes and messy hair; Cleo, hair tumbling down her back, eyes glinting with joy and tranquillity; Pearl with her wolves at her side and her hood pulled over her head; Jimmy with his ridiculous outfit and kind smile.
Scott felt the lightning bolt pierce his chest. He screamed, body convulsing.
He opened his eyes and they were gone. All of them. Their bodies surrounded him, bloodied, with their heads turned to face him. Bile rose in his throat.
They weren't real. They weren't real, none of this was real. It wasn't real. It couldn't be. He was in his home, Gem and Impulse outside.
"Scott?" Gem called out. Her hair fell over her shoulders and for a moment she looked like Cleo. "Are you coming?"
Impulse grinned, joyful and playful. Like Jimmy's smile.
"Yeah. Just give me a second."
He took several deep breaths.
It was a new life now. A new chance to make new bonds.
A chance to have those bonds broken.
Scott stood up and approached the door. Heaving a final breath, he tossed it open and stepped into the light. Impulse grabbed his arm and tugged him along.
Gem ran up ahead, beckoning them towards her. Scott shirked off Impulse and sprinted forwards.
"Race ya!" He yelled. A laugh spilled from his lips.
Behind him, four petals fell to the floor.