June 30, 2002

" The day after Garden View closed its doors, Dandy was clearly the most affected, and my concern for him intensifies with every passing hour. I haven't spotted him at all today, and his continued absence deepens my anxiety; I truly hope he is okay. Pebble appears to share this worry, persistently searching for its owner and reflecting the unease in the air. It’s heart-wrenching to witness their distress, especially given the strong bond they once nurtured at Garden View. Meanwhile, Sprout and Cosmo are struggling with the cupcakes meant for June 29. Sprout is particularly anxious about the dwindling number of visitors and the possibility of the food he prepared for the children going to waste. I'm unsure about the thoughts or opinions of others, though. " - Astro

Dandy finally makes his way out of his room after what seems like an eternity, his hand adorned with the vivid marks of Ichor, a reminder of the challenges he's faced recently. Instead of stopping for breakfast, he feels an urgent pull to head directly to his lobby shop, where he can gather his thoughts. Once there, he sits atop a crate, his brow furrowed and his expression revealing an inner turmoil that weighs heavily on him. The morning feels unusually heavy as he contemplates the events that have transpired and their impact on his future.

" Ugh.. Stupid Delilah, insisting I perform an ichor operation and guess what..! Gardenview has shut its doors because of It."

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