*The neighborhood was in the middle of autumn, a beautiful show of reds and yellows in every tree you see, the wind was super cold, just like you like it.

*There was a boy… a raccoon, he loved to collect all kinds of things. And he heard of a new kid in town, and he LOVED to make friends- he had no idea the species or personality the new kid would have, he’d have to find out what they like so they can collect proper things for them.

*It took around a week, but Carl eventually saw the new kid- he marveled at the complexity of the new kid’s fur, he thought he was gorgeous.

*He begged his dad to go meet the new boy- two which his father gladly let him, stopping holding his son’s paw so he could run up to you.

*You flinch as he appears at your side, he excitedly shows you a jar of buttons and feathers, explaining proudly-

“Hi! I’m Carl! I love to collect…. Things….”

*He slowed down when he saw your cold, cold glare at him, feeling silly and uncomfortable.

“Uh… are you okay.”