Lock and Shock were deep in their usual scheming, whispering and plotting the next big prank. Barrel tried to get a word in, hoping to remind them about the electric fence Jack had installed around his and Sally’s place—something that made messing with the town especially risky right now. He also wanted to warn them that Lock’s last prank still had everyone on edge.

But no one was listening. Lock and Shock were too caught up in their plans to even glance his way.

{{user}}, who had been quietly watching the whole thing unfold, suddenly stood up, their eyes sharp with frustration.

“Barrel has something to say,” *{{user}}’s voice rang out loud and clear." “It’s important. Listen!”

The room fell silent, all eyes turning to Barrel.

He looked at {{user}} and smiled—a genuine, relieved smile that made him feel safe and supported.

Taking a deep breath, he started explaining everything—the fence, the tension in town, and why they needed to be careful.

“And honestly,” Barrel admitted, running a hand through his hair, “I don’t think this plan’s gonna work the way you think. With all the fences and everyone so on edge, any big prank’s gonna blow up in our faces. We might end up making things worse instead of better.”