Do You Trust Me? (Olive)

[Malachite Gamic]

(ooc: March 2nd. Morning. Pete, Malachite, and Olive thread.)

Pete yawned as he woke up. He paused with the realization he wasn't in a cell anyone. He was in a bedroom and he realized his arms were wrapped around someone. It was Olive. The guy seemed to be sleeping. He smiled. The guy had kept his promise after all on getting him out of that dungeon. He realized he must have done this sleep hugging in the night cause one of his arms was pinned under Olive. And he didn't want to wake him up. He looked so peaceful sleeping. He hoped one day Olive would let him be his friend. He paused looking over and seeing Malachite sitting on a bed and grinning at him.

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Malachite smiled.

"Good morning. Pete. You were sleeping when we came to find you. We didn't want to wake you up. But you latched onto Olive in your sleep. I was even going to get a new bed in here. But every time Olive tried to leave you alone you started to cry out in your sleep. Like you were having nightmares. It'd odd is I think you started seeing him as a friend. Someone you could trust." said Malachite.

He paused and grinned.

"And before I forget welcome to the family. I've decided to adopt you like I'm doing to Olive. So you'll have a family." said Malachite.

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Pete blushed embarrassed he'd been so clingy. But hearing Malachite explain it felt natural in a way. He was surprised when Malachite welcomed him to the family.

"Thank you sir. I'm grateful." said Pete.

He paused glancing back at Olive in a new light. He had a brother. Forgetting he had wanted Olive to sleep more he leaned forward and hugged Olive tightly.

"A new brother. A dad. I have a family." said Pete.

He grinned.

(ooc: If this is godmodding a bit I can edit. Pete is around 12 after all and still a kid. And figured he'd still have some nightmares to what the Gogans did to him. xd)

[Olive Gamic]

(OCC: No, it's totally fine)

If Olive was awake he'd be completely concerned about Pete's lack of sleep and nightmares happening, but he was so tired that he was asleep as Pete had awoken. The night before both Malachite and Olive saw the poor boy asleep and crying, the memories although sad were peaceful and they were the memories Olive was sleeping about right now.

"Dad. We gotta get him to our room. He's so upset. What can I do? Wait! He can sleep with me in my bed"
"It is alright Olive. He is having bad dreams, but yes he'll stay in bed with you"

During the night, as specific as it was, Olive and Pete slept while Olive tried to get comfy, he had Pete hugging onto him and getting upset if Olive moved. Olive didn't bother getting comfortable anymore and that was what caused him to finally get good sleep, mostly because of the warmth of his new brother. The next morning Olive was still out like a light, dreaming of the events last night in a positive manner. Olive suddenly was awoken by Pete's voice and the feeling of his hug. Olive's eyes snapped open, wondering what the feeling was before smiling and hugging back "Well that's a nice wake-up call Pete. Thanks"

[Malachite Gamic]

Malachite grinned at them. He paused remembering he'd forgotten to tell them something.

"I'm glad to see you two getting along so well. I got the adoption paperwork and signed it yesterday and sent it back in the mail. You two are officially my sons now." said Malachite.

He smiled walking over and hugging them both taking them by surprise.

"Unfortunately the rest of the army isn't sure they can trust you yet Pete. So you'll behave to remain here in your room for awhile." said Malachite.

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Pete looked up at Olive and smiled before frowning feeling a bit guilty.

"I'm sorry I was so clingy. Did you get much sleep last night?" asked Pete.

He paused looking up as Malachite said he filled out the paperwork and sent it back yesterday. They were both officially his sons as he hugged them.

"You mean we're really a family now?" asked Pete.

He grinned hugging them both. He turned back to Malachite hearing him say the army didn't trust him completely and he understood.

"But I'm just a kid though. What harm could I really do to this army?" said Pete.

He paused deciding if he was in their shoes he'd probably feel the same way.

"Alright. I'll stay here. But I have a father and a brother now. So it won't be so bad being stuck in here. As long as you guys come and hang out with me when you can." said Pete.

[Olive Gamic]

"Hey man no worries. I got enough sleep. It's alright. I'm fine really!" Olive assured Pete when he apoligized about clinging on. He actually didn't mind it. It reminded him of when he was very little, he clinged onto his mother. That however was a memory that was his and his alone. He looked at the locket and then back to Pete's face and poked his shoulder "You have loose hugs anyway. Barely felt it" He was teasing and his smile proved that fact. He then turned to Malachite who gave them the news of the papers of their adoption finally being given out.

"You got the papers signed already?! Awesome!" Olive replied, feeling happier than he ever had in years. He was shocked that Malachite hugged them but Olive quickly took the hug and hugged Pete also. He then breathed annoyed at the fact the army didn't trust him. At pete's question he rolled his eyes and said "They said you might run away or tell on us or hell be a spy" He shrugged "I said you just wanted a family but they thought I was only defending you" He smiled to Malachite "At least you believe me dad" He then patted Pete who commented that it wouldn't be so bad being in the room as long as he and malachite hung out with Pete. Olive raised a eyebrow "Are you kidding? Of course I'll hang out with you. And even though ya need to eat and do things in here only leaving for special things, I'll still make you not wanna leave this room because I'll be so much fun!" Olive felt like he was a little kid again but he didn't care. Having a little brother was fun as heck to have! Olive couldn't be happier.

[Malachite Gamic]

Pete smiled.

"I'm glad to hear that. I didn't want to keep you up." said Pete.

He chuckled as Olive said he had loose hugs. He knew he was kidding. He was still adjusting to having a new family and he liked it. He smiled at Olive was just as excited as him about the news.

"I wanted a family for so long. And twice I thought I had one. I don't remember my real parents. They died when I was really young. But the first people who adopted me were the Gogans. They made me work on the farm. They treated me like a slave. They beat me. I tried running away but the orphanage sent me back. I met Elliot and he helped me escape again. Then I met Nora and Lampy and Paul. And I thought I might have a family. And that was taken from you too." said Pete.

He looked at them sadly as tears began to form.

"This is real right? I'm not going to wake up and be back in that cell alone. Or in Ask That Guy's army. I've already lost the chance to have a family 3 times. I don't want to have my heart broken a fourth time." said Pete.

He sighed hearing about the army.

"Then I guess I'll have to prove myself to them. Somehow." said Pete.

He grinned as Olive said he'd hang out with him. And he would be allowed out for short periods like eating and things but he still felt like a prisoner. Although this was more comfy than that cell so he wasn't complaining.

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Malachite smiled listening to them. But hearing Pete speak he looked at him sadly. He knew hot that felt. He was an orphan himself with his parents dying at such a young age. He'd ended up growing up with his best friend Aeon and his family. That's how they'd gotten so close. But he wasn't going to let either of them suffer. When Pete finished he hugged both of them tightly.

"I'm sorry Pete. I know your birth parents would have chosen to raise you if they hadn't died. But the Gogans were monsters. I would never treat family like that. Both of you are now my sons and I will make sure you're not hurt physically, mentally, or emotionally. And I'll hurt anyone who tries." said Malachite.

He smiled as Pete said he had to prove himself somehow.

"Don't worry. You will. I'm one of the leaders in this army after all. I'll make sure they give you a chance." said Malachite.

[Olive Gamic]

Olive's heart broke for Pete as the boy expressed he didn't want to lose his family. The thought of how much Pete handled hurt him enough but he was lucky enough to have a mom that loved him, Pete had no one until he and Malachite came along. Olive hugged Pete and Malachite back as the sorcerer hugged them, Olive was glad that Malachite kept his word and was going to help/love pete and make the boy a part of their little family. Olive turned to Pete and responded "It's totally real Pete. I know you've been let down before but me and dad will not let that happen. I'll be the best bro ever. You'll see" He wanted Pete so desperately to be happy, because Olive was now a big brother and wanted to enjoy Pete as family and probably a best friend too. Olive then rolled his eyes "Pete, honestly, I believe you and hopefully they'll understand what I understand. You're not going to hurt anyone. Facilier and the others are getting too worked up honestly"

He turned to Malachite "Sorry no offense to your partner dad, but it's just true" He then turned to Pete and smiled "Listen Pete. I know you're a prisoner for now but soon you'll be able to fight and have more fun. Plus DH and Gi are pretty great honestly" Olive then pondered a bit "So dad, what do you think we should do now since me and Pete are up? Should we get breakfast or do you think we should get to know each other more?" He shrugged slightly "I'm kinda out of ideas on what to do now honestly" He let out a laugh, pretty embarrassed with himself.

[Malachite Gamic]

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Pete looked at them both and smiled wiping away tears that were forming.

"You really mean that? If this is a trick please tell me now. I can't get close to someone and lose them again. I just can't." said Pete.

He looked at them and listened. He smiled as they both believed he wasn't a threat to the army and would help him.

"Thank you. I always wanted a family and now I have one. I don't mind being stuck here for awhile. Just as long as I have you two. I always wanted a big brother." said Pete.

He hugged Olive again with a grin as tight as he could. He wished Elliot was here. He paused turning to them.

"Could you pass the word if you see a green dragon to not hurt him? It could be my friend Elliot. In my world, the only people I could count on were him and my friends Nora and Lampy. Nora almost adopted me before I got pulled here. But I don't want anything to happen to any of them if they show up here. I still care about them especially Elliot. He's my best friend." said Pete.

It would be nice to see Elliot again but he had said he would never see him again. But this war wasn't planned. Which meant there might be a small chance he'd see Elliot again and he didn't want him hurt. He paused looking at them both and his stomach grumbled and he blushed.

"Maybe a few apples would be nice?" asked Pete.

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Malachite looked at Pete as he felt even worse. If the Gogans were here he'd fry them himself. How dare they treat a child in their care like this. He frowned thinking he might be going a bit soft but Olive and Pete were his family now. He wasn't going to let anyone hurt either of them.

"Yes. You both are my sons. My family. I love you both. Never forget that." said Malachite.

He would give them the life he had with a loving family. Only this time they wouldn't have someone stab in them in the back like Aeon did to him. He smiled as he he thanked them saying he always wanted a family especially a big brother. He grinned.

"And you won't lose us. I'm not going to let either of you go out battles anymore until I know you're trained." said Malachite.

Malachite paused and hugged Olive tightly.

"I didn't know you were out there until after it was over. I was proud you did well. But scared as well. They could have killed you, captured you. Promise me you'll be more careful." said Malachite.

He paused turning back to Pete as he asked them not to hurt a green dragon named Elliot who was his best friend. He smiled.

"Of course. A dragon would be a valuable ally. And if he saw you were here I know he'd help us. I won't let your friend get hurt if he shows up." said Malachite.

He was quite impressed Pete had befriended a powerful creature like a dragon. He knew DH could turn into a dragon but having another dragon on their side would be a great help. That was only if Elliot showed up in this world. He turned to Olive.

"I agree. But I understand their point of view. A child could easily steal information or try to sabotage us. But from what you've told me he wasn't even experienced much in battle. So he hardly could know any way to stop our plans." said Malachite.

Malachite smiled as Pete said he wouldn't mind staying here as long as he had them.

"And you have us. It will mostly be Olive I'm afraid. Being one of the leaders I will often be talking with Facilier and Rita making plans or making spells and potions. But I will always make time for the two of you when I can." said Malachite.

He looked at Pete as he said a few apples and shook his head.

"I think we can do more than a few apples. Come on. You're allowed to come out of here supervised for meals. So let's get you both something to eat. We can talk more at breakfast and always hang out more here as well. I have the day off from my duties. Rita hasn't been up to many meetings lately and Facilier has been keeping to himself lately so I'm not sure when our next meeting is." said Malachite.

He stood up and smiled waiting for them to see if they wanted to get some breakfast or not.

[Olive Gamic]

"Pete. I swear to God it's not trick" Olive said firmly but still giving a assuring grin. He smiled as Malachite and Pete kept hugging him and talking together. Olive felt glad he had a little brother and a father around, it was better than being so alone in the streets. He turned to Pete and at Malachite's comment of Elliot and Olive commented about that "Still shocked over the fact you have a pet dragon as a buddy dude! We'll make sure not to hurt him or anything! A dragon would be awesome to have here! We'd fly and kick ass and...." He turned to Pete and chuckled sheepishly "Sorry. Dragons are cool"

He then got hugged by Malachite who praised his bravery but reprimanded the fact he could of been killed. Olive felt humbled surprisingly and nodded "Sorry dad, they like went crazy on me. I had to do something. I won't make any stupid decisions though. Besides, if I didn't go out there I wouldn't of found Pete!" He gave a tender pat on Pete's shoulder as he said this and Olive said with a disgusted look "Apples? What kind of breakfast is that dude? You seriously need to check out our kitchen" He turned as Malachite also stated that they could talk more at breakfast and Olive burst and took Pete's hand "Pete you'll love the fruit they have here!"

[Malachite Gamic]

Pete smiled relaxing as they said it wasn't a trick.

"I believe you. I just wanted a family for so long. I don't want to lose another one." said Pete.

He smiled and grinned as they spoke to him.

"You actually believe me? No one in Passamaquoddy believed me. Well until they saw him. He could turn invisible and he caused a lot of problems that people blamed me. When the fish disappeared they blamed that on me too. They said I was bad luck or something. It hurt. Then when they found out about Elliot they tried to kill him. A doctor wanted to cut him up and use parts of him for medicine. He teamed up with the Gogans to try to kill Elliot and help them kidnap me. If Elliot hadn't escaped I could still be with them and Elliot would have been..."

He trailed off as he wiped tears from his eyes. He'd come so close to losing him. In a way he was glad he left. He was afraid of what the people of the town might do. They seemed to be okay with him eventually but they could turn on him again. Or that doctor might have tried something again.

"The people eventually seemed to like him but I don't know if I could have been happy there in a town who tried to kill my best friend. Elliot left because there was another kid in trouble. Apparently that's what he does. He goes and helps kids who need him. I guess I wasn't his first kid and the next one probably wouldn't be his last." said Pete.

He paused with a grin as Malachite was worried about olive.

"Don't be too mad at him. The three of us wouldn't be together now like he said. Olive, you think you could help teach me how to fight? Or wrestle? You beat me so quickly. I want to get stronger. I was used to having Elliot around to protect me and now he's not here. I have to start learning how to protect myself." said Pete.

He paused as they asked about apples and he chuckled.

"Well, Elliot used to roast them. Roasted apples were delicious. I ate more with Nora and Lampy as they had more food. But apples were just something I like. Something that was special for Elliot and me. It makes me think about him." said Pete.

He grinned at them.

"Then let's go. I'm starving." said Pete.

Pete grinned at them.

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Malachite smiled at Olive.

"I understand. I'm glad to have you both now. But you stay safe you understand. I can't be there all the time. And neither can Shaggy or the others. If you're out there on the battlefield you could be alone. And you both will be prepared before you go out there again." said Malachite.

He paused as Pete was shocked they believed him.

"Well the people in that town just sound like stupid and superstitious people." said Malachite.

He froze as Pete said they tried to kill him as Malachite held him tighter into a hug.

"I know people hate magical creatures and in the past have tried to control them or kill them. Dragons are seen as evil creatures even though they are good and evil dragons just like anything else." said Malachite.

He paused as he said Elliot used to roast them. He grinned.

"Well if you want roasted apples I can make some for you. My fire magic may not be as powerful as a dragon's fire breath but it should get the job done." said Malachite.

He smiled as Pete said let's go. He snapped his fingers as the trio vanished.

Kitchen:

The trio appeared as Malachite walked over to the fridge and started getting out some foods. Pete just sat there watching. He hadn't really learned how to cook. The people at the orphanage and later Miss Gulgan and Nora had cooked for him. It did look like fun though. Perhaps he could learn. At least it would be something he could do until they let him move around

more.

[Olive Gamic]

Olive was shocked with Pete's backstory, it grew darker and darker by the minute. Olive was surprised his past was anything to complain about compared to his new brother. Olive hugged Pete in response, due to the words of his own being pretty much taken by Malachite. He was just glad Pete was with them instead of those horrible town-folk or the accursed Gogans. Olive growled "If I see those stupid asses Gogans, I'll tear them apart myself" Olive threatened. He then turned calmer when Malachite changed the subject into breakfast and instantly took them to the kitchen. Olive was still mad over the people Pete was forced to deal with but decided to change the subject to cheer his younger brother up. Olive patted Pete's shoulder and sat next to Pete who seemed to watch Malachite get ready to cook. Olive perked his nose up, never been interested with cooking at all except sandwhiches, and turned to Pete responding "Hey once we're done eating, I got a cool idea we can do at the room to thank Malachite. If you want that is"

[Malachite Gamic]

Pete looked at Olive in surprise as he spoke. Aside from Nora and Elliot and Lampy no one had been that protective of him. It made him feel special. It made him feel loved.

"Thanks. I don't think they'll bother me again. They were scared away by Elliot. And if they show up all I'd have to do is say he's here. Since only I can see him when he's invisible they would back off." said Pete.

He grinned as they headed to the kitchen and Malachite began cooking things. Pete turned to Olive.

"What's your idea?" asked Pete.

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Malachite listened as he started cooking. Pete's idea was actually a good idea.

"If they show up here then telling them Elliot's here is a good idea. It would at least stall them." said Malachite.

He paused hearing them talk about a surprise. He decided to tune them out. He didn't want to ruin whatever Olive was planning. And he really needed to focus on the food.

[Olive Gamic]

Olive saw Malachite distracted but he didn't want Malachite to know regardless, so it was better to whisper. "I used to make crafts when I was little but I think we can make like a huge poster to tribute malachite. Like something he can keep from us to know that we're grateful and that we're his family. I don't know I thought it would be nice" He shrugged "Mom told me creativity is the best gift and all that jazz. Something tells me it kinda is. What do you think?" Olive turned to Pete who seemed to be all for it. He then listened as they continued to talk about Elliot and the pictures of what elliot looked like started to come into Olive's mind. Did he look like those lord of the rings dragons or a barney dinosaur with wings? The curiousity was starting to grow.

[Malachite Gamic]

Pete grinned as Olive spoke.

"Wow. You used to make things? That sounds so cool." whispered Pete.

He paused as he said a poster and he smiled.

"Sure. Although I don't know what a poster is. I do think we should make something for him though. It sounds like a great idea. Maybe we should start on it later when he's out at one of his meetings or something." whispered Pete.

He grinned as he was enjoying spending time with his new family a lot. He could smell the food from the table and he could hear his stomach grumble as he blushed.

"That smells good. Is it almost done?" asked Pete.

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Malachite kept cooking turning the two boys out. He knew with his powers he could hear what they were saying easily enough. But he wanted to give them their privacy. When he heard Pete ask if it was nearly done he nodded.

"Yes. Just a couple more minutes should do it. You two can go back to plotting behind my back. I have a feeling you two will be a handful." said Malachite, teasing them.

[Olive Gamic]

"Yeah. I tended to do that" Olive said with a shrug. When Pete agreed to the idea of making it despite being confused of what a poster was, Olive just whispered back "Don't worry. I'll show you. It's just a piece of paper that you write on and draw on. You'll see. We'll work on it when Malachite's not lookin'" He turned to smell the good food and his stomach began to rumble. He then nodded in patience of when the good was going to be ready. The answer was two minutes and Olive grew excited, but smirked as Malachite teased about plotting behind his back. Olive replied, hands on the table as if he was not causing mischief and just grinned. He whispered again to pete "For the record, I tend to plot a lot of good ideas. You're in good hands when it comes to plans that work!"

[Malachite Gamic]

]Pete grinned at him.

"It still sounds cool." whispered Pete.

When Olive explained what a poster was Pete sagged in the chair.

"Oh. I don't know how to draw. I barely know how to read and write. The orphanage didn't really have a school and the Gogans well they didn't bother teaching me. It was only until I got to Passamaquoddy that I really got an education." whispered Pete.

He grinned listening at Olive.

"You sound like you do. You think you could teach me how to draw? I want to help with this poster if I can." whispered Pete.

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Malachite walked up with a grin as he finished the meal. He placed plates of egg, bacon, and sausages on the table in front of them as well as glasses of orange juice.

"Well whatever you two are talking about can wait. Breakfast is here. Unless you want to talk to me about it." said Malachite.

He grinned as he grabbed his fork and started eating his eggs watching his two new sons. He had a feeling they might be up to something but they were kids. They had a right to have fun and have a secret or two. As long as they weren't hurting anyone or themselves.