The Protogen's Pet

Chapter 30 - Cheering Up

Zircon: Human~ I just remembered~ There's a new cave that we're going to explore~

Matthew: ...?

Zircon: You see, while searching for remaining humans, some protogen stumbled upon a large cave. They said that the cave was filled with shiny rocks and very huge! And several tunnels too! We're thinking of renovating the place up a bit.

Matthew: What...do you mean "renovate"?

Zircon: You know...making new homes, new places to see. Don't worry! We'll still perserve the natural beauty of the place! We're not gonna do the who "deadforestion" like you humans did.

Matthew: I-I think it's pronounced "deforestation"...and that's for trees. Not in a cave.

Zircon: Really? Well either way, we're not going to DESTROY it. Let's see...the expedition is in a few hours. Say...is there anyone you'd like to invite on this trip?

Friendship requirement: ⭐ ⭐

Nobody's friendship level is that high... 

Matthew: No, I-I don't think there's anyone else...

Zircon: Well then! Lucky for you, we will meet up with the expedition team in that tent over there. Come on, my pet~

I effortlessly dragged my cutie patootie over to the tent. Wait, did I pull too hard. Nah, he's fine. 

We enter the tent to see a handful of protogen waiting. I sat down on the rug, and instructed my pet to do the same,

Leader: Alright listen up! We're going to be entering some "mines". Now, did everyone bring their helmets.

Everyone took out their helmets. Good thing I packed a helmet for Matthew! I put it on his tiny head. Aww...so cute...

Leader: What about you? Your helmet?

Oops...I didn't think that far ahead.

Leader: It's okay. Luckily, I brought a spare.

Goody! The helmet seemed to be in rough shape. Well, this is the price for forgetting to bring a helmet, I guess. Okay, helmet ON! Oh, it covers my eyes. That's perfectly fine!

Leader: Okay, everyone get your things ready! Here's the basic map for the cave, and some extra gear we looted.

I pick up the pickaxe. Woah, it's so light! I need something heavier...!

Wait...this is the heaviest thing there is...! No...! Curse my extremely absurd strength! Well, at least I can break stuff.

Zircon: Pumpkin, how do I look with this?

I pose into various forms, showing off my amazing skills.

Matthew: Their, uh...great!

I knew he'd enjoy them! I feel like I'm forgetting something...oh right! Food! Lost of food!

Zircon: Human! Hold my pickaxe! I'm getting us some nice food!

I toss the thing to Matthew and run to the now newly made supermarket! I see an old lady working there! How dedicated!

I bought some food and went outside. Time to reunite with my...pet? Wh...WHY IS THERE A LARGE HOLE!?

10 minutes later

Zircon: So you're telling me, that some protogen found a large yellow drill and started making holes in the ground!"

Doctor: Yup! When they got caught, they had to clean it up. It seems that the weight of your human and the pickaxe made it break.

Zircon: Oh, I'm gonna rip their organs out, THOSE...

Doctor: Please, they were just children. They probably didn't think that the heaviest pickaxe would be there, you know!? Say...why did you choose the heaviest pickaxe? It's the hardest to use!

Zircon: It seemed pretty light to me!

Doctor: It did, huh? Hm...seems like you)re stronger than the average p -

Matthew: Ow...my head.

Zircon: SWEET PEA!

I jump forward and give him a big hug. I squeeze tightly, and nuzzle my visor against his little head.

Zircon: I'm so glad you're okay, human...I thought...

Doctor: So...are you okay with not killing children now?

Matthew: WHAT!?

Zircon: Of course I wouldn't! Killing children is wrong!

Matthew: ...

Was it just me, or did Matthew's expression...no, I'm overthinking it! Oh, he's so pure! So cute and innocent...

Doctor: I suggest you cease the cuddle fest. You might actually break a rib.