Devil's Swing • Book 1 •

• The Main Character • Chapter 4 •

*(Y/n)'s P.o.v*

I gaged, and turned away. Bendy stood still, his eyes stuck on Boris. He soon turned away from Boris, and focused on me.

"Are you alright?" He quietly asked. I could tell that he was trying to distract himself from the horror that laid upon us. He made his way to me, and put an arm around me. I could feel him shaking, especially his body. He helped me to the door, but I clearly wasn't the one who needed helping. I sighed, switching our arms. I placed my arm around him and helped him up. His arm went limp and he didn't seem argue. He just silently let me help him.

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Bendy fell asleep on my lap a while ago. While I was helping him, he began to feel dazed. He asked me if he could sleep on me instead of where he usually slept. I wondered where that is, and asked him. All he did was point to the ground, laughing. I realized he was too childish right now to answer any questions. I pulled up a chair for his body, and I rested his head on my lap. He fell asleep quickly and quietly. He was peaceful for someone who just re-experienced a traumatic scene.

Honestly, I'm pretty sure Bendy was too emotionally exhausted to tell me to go home. It weared down on him, making him physically exhausted as well. I felt so bad for him, being trapped in here for so long. Especially without a friend to play with. His only friend was ripped apart; Bendy had to live with Boris' body not very far away. You could almost say it was payback for stealing his show. But, he still didn't deserve to die.

Bendy used to be everyone's favorite. It was the first three years of his life. He was nominated the best cartoon character; the best next to some other big-shot. He was adored by everyone, big or small. He was a delight; until Boris came into everyone's lives. He made a special appearance in an episode about sleeping. Boris chased all of the sheep in Bendy's dreams, which caused Bendy to wake up in the middle of the night. He had to pull him out. At the end of the episode, they became friends. Ever since then, Boris was given the 'Cutest Character' award. Nobody knew it was a thing, not until he achieved it. After the spotlight, everyone demanded more of Boris. Bendy slowly became a side character, with Boris taking his place. It was a quick process. Boris soon became the main character of the show. Everything shifted so quickly, but I stuck with Bendy. It seemed to be the best choice at the time, but now I'm rethinking it. He can be quite rude at times, but I understand.

I just wished he would open up to me without attempting to throw me out.

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"Hey. Wake up, sleepy-head." I sang. Bendy shifted in his sleep, feeling the hard surface under him. About an hour ago, I got up while he was sleeping, and placed a pillow under his head. He couldn't tell the difference. "I said wake up. Remember when you did this to me? Yea. So, wake up." I nudged him. He waved his hand to dismiss me, but I grabbed it and squeezed it. He woke up immediately, but not out of pain. He was confused as to why his hand was being squished like a plush toy.

"What.. what are you doing..?" He questioned, a little peeved. I only shrugged, letting go of his hand. It slowly inflated back to its original shape. "I was having a peaceful sleep for once, and you had to go ruin it? Shame on you, (Y/n), shame on you." He scoffed. I sighed.

"Bendy, get up. I heard someone here. I think the guy you dealt with before is back.. I'm actually kind of scared." I whispered to him. I wanted to make sure that if anyone was listening, they wouldn't hear what I just said. Bendy gave me an annoyed look, and grumpily got up.

"Making me get up for your little fears." He complained. "I swear girls are the weakest species known to mankind." He muttered. I groaned at his statement, as it was completely bogus.