Milk Loaves

This image captures this fanfic perfectly: it has no reason to exist but it does

## Other Information

### Characters

Ivy, Daffodil, Violet, Wren, Leaf, Sky, Forest, Rowan, Undauntable, Moth

### Ships

Daffiolet, Daffvylet (kinda?), Wrenvy, Leafest, Mothest, Grovanberry

### Fanfic type

Chatfic

**Milk Loaves** is a modern day AU fanfic of Wings of Fire that is written mainly as a chatfic, but also has a fair share of traditionally written scenes as well. This fanfic is mainly written as I go and I came up with it on the fly, so while there is definitely plots that go on in the fanfic, they come off at the top of my head so I can't guarantee it'll be my greatest work. This was just written for fun and character writing practice for when I do my Dragonslayer AU and for Dragonspeaker, so here's your explanation on why I'm focusing primarily on scavenger characters.

Also, this is a sort of modern AU of my own and dragons are more anthromorphic, if that makes sense. We'll see how far this fanfic goes

## Summary

"*Ivy decides to start a group chat between her friends. This can only end so well.*"

## Notes

For some extra information regarding some stuff I'm including/have including in here or for background information regarding the modern AU itself, you can take a look at the modern AU headcanons section for my ships (and eventually my page for my modern AU):

* Daffiolet Headcanons (Anth)
* Wrenvy Headcanons (Anth)

## Chapters

Chapter 1 -
Ivy

20th August 20:29 (8:29)

Glancing down at her phone, Ivy frowned. *Is this really a good idea? I mean, it’s not like I don’t see Violet and Daffodil around the neighborhood all the time…* She shrugged off the idea, taking a deep breath as she pressed the button to create the chat, also sending invites to her friends once possible. *Here goes nothing.*

-**Ivy** has created the chat-

-**Daffodil** has joined the chat-
Ivy recoiled in shock. She hadn’t expected Daffodil to get on that quickly. Maybe she was just bored? It wasn’t like school had even started for them yet. Then again, this wasn’t entirely surprising in terms of Daffodil usually being on her phone at this time…

**Ivy:** I didn’t expect you to join so quickly-
**Daffodil:** staying at home is BORING i have nothing else to do lol

and im excited to see you made something for us to talk to each other on

**Ivy:** Yes indeed :D Also when do you think Violet’ll join us
**Daffodil:** idk she’s probably doing something else rn

we can ask her later

**Ivy:** Fair enough. What should we talk about
**Daffodil:** idk

**Ivy:** How’s your day been
**Daffodil:** oh you know. a day

**Ivy:** Wait has Daisy been getting on your nerves again
**Daffodil:** YES

IM NOT SURE HOW MUCH LONGER I CAN TAKE SUMMER BREAK

SHES MAKING ME WANT SCHOOL TO START THATS NOT RIGHT

**Ivy:** On the plus side, at least you won’t see her as much during school?
**Daffodil:** i guess
Ivy had held in a laugh - for whatever reason, Daffodil couldn’t stand her older sister. Ivy always found it equally confusing and amusing to watch, and it was no different reading it on their groupchat. *I guess summer break has been getting to Daffodil…last I checked she was still grounded for that stunt she pulled at the end of last school year.*

**Ivy:** I mean to be fair this wouldn’t have happened had you never did the...you know
**Daffodil:** no i was originally just grounded for a month for that lol

me and Daisy got into a fight that was HER FAULT AND NOW IM GROUNDED LONGER

but at least shes grounded with me haha

**Ivy:** What was the fight about this time
**Daffodil:** she cant mind her own beeswax >:/

it was about the whole writing competition last year dont worry about it

**Ivy:** Alrighty then
She had remembered the writing competition from the last school year all too well. Violet had won it, and Daffodil and her had gotten into a giant argument over the whole thing. She vividly remembered the two having to be separated by force during the event. *Even if they do consider each other best friends, I really would love to see them fight less. Or maybe it’s just because they get more heated over debates on their writing?*

Ivy sighed, shrugging. There wasn’t much of a point in wondering. Daffodil wasn’t going to answer that question (or remember it), and Violet was probably going to pretend Ivy never asked. It didn’t bother her much, though. *I mean, whatever works for them, but…*

*-**Violet** has joined the chat-*
**Violet:** sorry Ivy I didn’t see this until just now I was taking a walk

**Daffodil:** wish i could take a walk

stupid Daisy

**Violet:** well maybe if you hadn’t exploded at her you wouldn’t be grounded still

just saying

**Daffodil:** IT WAS NOT MY FAULT AND HOW DO YOU KNOW I DID THAT

**Violet:** ...Daff, we live on the same street. I could hear you screaming at her from where I live

and I never said it was entirely your fault

**Ivy:** Both of you stop -\_-
**Violet:** Daffodil you should listen to Ivy

**Ivy:** I said both of you stop
**Violet:** Fineeeeee

I’m sorry Daff ~~even tho I’m right~~

**Daffodil:** youre not but whatever apology accepted

anyways lets change the subject

**Violet:** three moons you had a good idea

**Daffodil:** shut up Violet

**Ivy:** Violet please stop irritating her
**Violet:** I’m not trying to :/

**Daffodil:** yeah you are

**Ivy:** guys can you not
If you want to argue then do it in your dms

not here
**Violet:** sorry Ivy I’ll try not to do it anymore

**Daffodil:** okay so basically when Violet and I need to scream at each other outside of the server gotchu

also Ivy do you plan on adding anyone else to the chat

**Ivy:** not sure
**Daffodil:** you should invite Wren

shes a riot

one of my partners in crime

**Violet:** That sounds like a terrifying idea, Ivy don’t do it

**Daffodil:** oh hush youre like my number one partner in crime

even if you say really stupid crap sometimes

**Violet:** hard disagree on that last sentence but thank you that’s very sweet of you to say
Unable to resist smiling, Ivy chuckled at their interaction. *Good to know they can still tolerate each other.*

**Ivy:** I’ll think about it but first we should probably name the chat something

and set role permissions
**Daffodil:** youve thought this through havent you

anyways i nominate our group chat to be called milk loaves

**Violet:** ...Daff *wth*

**Daffodil:** milk loaves sounds cooler than cheese would you rather this be called cheese

**Violet:** we’re not naming the group chat milk loaves *or* cheese

**Ivy:** Daffodil are you okay
**Daffodil:** im perfectly fine what do you mean

milk loaves is a perfectly acceptable name

**Ivy:** I’ll jot it down for later ig...Violet do you also have any suggestions

We can officially vote on a name when we have more people though
**Daffodil:** so technically milk loaves still has a chance

**Ivy:** ...yes
**Daffodil:** if milk loaves becomes the group name im never letting Violet live it down lmao

**Ivy:** hey be nice
**Daffodil:** itd be hilarious tho

**Ivy:** I guess milk loaves has its own…"charm"

Violet are you still there?
**Violet:** yes

I don’t really have any ideas rn, I have to go to bed soon so see you tomorrow
*Is it really that late?* Glacing up at her phone’s clock, she grimaced. *It’s only nine? I don’t see how that’s too late. I’d expect Daffodil to leave first because of something like that.* All Ivy knew about Daffodil’s situation was that her bedtime was strict - that was it.

**Daffodil:** meanwhile im here an hour past my bedtime lol
but sweet dreams or smth

**Ivy:** Daffodil you know how your parents are with this kind of stuff

don’t
**Daffodil:** im fine and this is better than staring off into space in my bedroom

you said smth about role permissions earlier?

**Ivy:** Yeah I’ll probably give you both mod permissions in case we add more people. Just don’t go crazy with power
**Daffodil:** i thought youd be more worried about me and Violet fighting about our permissions lol

**Ivy:** I’m giving you both the exact same amount of power so it doesn’t matter
**Daffodil:** okay but one request

**Ivy:** what is it
**Daffodil:** can you name the mod position almighty milk loaf for me

*-**Ivy** has gone offline-*

Daffodil

20th August 21:05 (9:05) - Daffodil + Violet PM

**Daffodil:** hey are you still awake
**Violet:** yes what is it

**Daffodil:** wanted to tell you im sorry for today
for yelling at you in Ivys server

ive just been having a crappy day

i know it doesnt excuse it but im really sorry
**Violet:** Daff I could tell you really don’t have to apologize

I need to try and keep in mind how I could sound to others on the server anyways

Is everything alright at home?

**Daffodil:** yes you dont need to worry. my mom was just extra upset with me today
my mom was doing my hair and she snapped at me for fidgeting too much
**Violet:** well that’s just dumb, I know for a fact that you can’t help that >:/

**Daffodil:** well she seems to think differently
it caused her to yank on my hair on accident and i think its becoming a problem

i hate the fidgeting thing so much i just want to be normal
**Violet:** hey. you are just fine the way you are Daff

**Daffodil:** no im not
im so weird compared to the rest of my family
**Violet:** nah they’re the weird ones

you’re awesome don’t think otherwise

**Daffodil:** >:/
**Violet:** well I’m not wrong

**Daffodil:** if thats what you want to believe
but thanks for letting me vent
**Violet:** no problem

you can always vent to me or Ivy if you need to

**Daffodil:** k
**Violet:** I have to go to sleep soon, but let me know if something else happens alright

**Daffodil:** ill try to remember
gn

Chapter 2 -
Wren

21st August 13:10 (1:10)

*-You received an invite to Ivy’s chat-*
Raising an eyebrow, Wren was already curious about this new server of Ivy’s - while they currently weren’t all that close, she knew her friend, Daffodil well enough. *I’m guessing it was Daffodil’s suggestion to invite me,* She concluded. Still, she wasn’t entirely sure if she should join - she didn’t particularly want to stick around if she didn’t know most of the people there.

*I suppose I could join for a bit and see how things go.*

*-Wren has joined the chat-*
Wren: yo

Daffodil: wrennn you joined

Wren: indeed I did

Wren: are there any others on?

Daffodil: idk what Ivy’s doing but I do know Violet’s at the library rn

Wren: ah okay

Daffodil: we can create chaos here now >:3

Wren: are you sure Ivy and Violet would appreciate that tho

Daffodil: 50/50 bet

Daffodil: also thoughts on the server name being milk loaves

Wren: why milk loaves specifically

Wren: what about the milk slices and milk cubes

Daffodil: eh. milk slices and milk cubes are alright but milk loaves hits differently

Wren: is there any context i should know regarding milk loaves

Daffodil: its cheese and Violet doesnt like my suggestionsss

Wren: she doesn’t like the milk loaves?? how dare >:O

Daffodil: ikr

Daffodil: jk but like. milk loaves

Wren: milk loaves is love. milk loaves is life

Daffodil: we should petition to change cheese to milk loaves

Violet: ...did I come in at a wrong time

Daffodil: we were discussing milk loaves

Wren: Daffodil told me you dislike milk loaves

Wren: is this true

Violet: it’s called cheese

Daffodil: non-believer! *hiss*

Violet: ¯\\_(ツ)\_/¯

Wren: not when we legally change it to milk loaves

Violet: it isn’t even in the shape of a loaf of bread

Violet: so why is it even called a loaf of milk

Daffodil: we arent talking about bread lol

Wren: isn’t a loaf a block of something tho

Violet: ...crap you’re right

Violet: it’s still cheese

Daffodil: milk loaves is a valid name you just said wren is right >:/

Violet: IS NOT

Daffodil: IS TOO

Wren: non-believers will be non-believers, Daffodil

Daffodil: how unfortunate

Violet: not my fault it’s called cheese

Daffodil: ...so youre saying that if it was called milk loaves then youd be in support of it

Violet: why would I need to support it if it was

Violet: there would be nothing to support because it would be the norm

Daffodil: MILK LOAVES SHALL REIGN SUPREME AND THERES NOTHING YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT VIOLET

Wren: ALL HAIL MILK LOAVES

Violet: I swear if y’all start spamming that I’ll ask Ivy to ban you both

Daffodil: okay but what if she refuses

Daffodil: and what if milk loaves becomes the server name

Violet: will not >:/

Daffodil: wanna bet?

Daffodil: currently 2/3 say that milk loaves is a good server name

Violet: you’re forgetting Ivy

Daffodil: she hasnt given her opinion on the name debate yet

Daffodil: and anyways milk loaves is the only suggestion we have not exactly sure what youre expecting to win lol

Wren: milk loaves ftw

Daffodil: see Vivi? Wren gets it

Violet: I thought I told you to stop calling me that

Violet: and y’all are wrong milk loaves isn’t going to win

Wren: Vivi? that nickname is adorable lol

Daffodil: ikr?

Daffodil: Violet may hate it but it fits her perfectly

Wren: how so

Daffodil: its only fitting that someone as adorable as she is gets an adorable nickname

Violet: liar >:O

Daffodil: lol youre adorable when you get grumpy too

Violet: nooo I’m not

Daffodil: hehe i wish i could see your face rn

Violet: Daff I swear you’re going to be the death of me-

Daffodil: i know <3

Wren: both of y’all need to get a room lmao

Ivy: I’ve been watching this for the past thirty minutes and yes please flirt with each other in your dms

Ivy: Anyways late welcome but hello Wren ^-^

Wren: helloooo Ivy

Wren: what is your stance on the milk loaves debate

Ivy: I’m still confused why you and Daffodil want to name it milk loaves in the first place

Ivy: ...but in all honesty idc

Wren: so 3 out of 4 for milk loaves?

Ivy: If it really means that much to you

Violet: what is wrong with you all

Violet: also was Daff actually flirting with me or-?

Ivy: idk you should ask her yourself, it just looked like it to me lol

Violet: I don’t think she’ll answer that tho

Wren: if Daffodil intended to come off as flirty she’s pretty damn smooth, i’ll give her that

Violet: I’m just confused rn

Ivy: Violet how about you do some writing or smth to take your mind off it? I can ask Daffodil for you

Violet: ...alright

Wren: bye then

Ivy: byeeeee

Wren: that was entertaining to watch lol

Ivy: I know I’ve never seen them act so mushy with each other-

Wren: well you never know what they do in their dms…

Ivy: ...I don’t think I get what you’re implying

Wren: i’ll wait for you to get it then

Ivy: Nvm I think I got it

Ivy: You have a dirty mind Wren

Wren: hey, i have a point

Ivy: I suppose that’s fair

Ivy: How has the server been so far apart from...this lol

Wren: it’s more amusing than I thought it was going to be-

Wren: but I do think we need more people for more chaos

Ivy: Agreed, feel free to invite some people to the server

Ivy: Admittedly I’m not sure if Daffodil and Violet will go mad with power or not but they’ll probably end up banning each other over milk loaves at some point so how do you feel about being a mod

Wren: fine with me

Wren: also I’m going to invite Leaf and Sky, is that alright

Ivy: I’ve edited your permissions and yeee that’s alright!

Wren: I HAVE INVITED THEM

Wren: I’m excited to see how they react to the milk loaves suggestion, lol-

Ivy: What kind of milk loaves are we talking, though?

Ivy: Swiss, cheddar, etc

Wren: idk, Daffodil shall inform us when she gets back

Ivy: If she decides to come back after you know what-

Wren: oh yeah haha

Wren: do they usually have that kind of tension or what

Wren: because if so then this just keeps getting better

Ivy: Now that you mention it they kind of do, lol-

Ivy: I’ve got to go now but we can chat later

Wren: alrighty then see ya
Violet

21st August 13:50 (1:50) - Violet + Ivy PM

Ivy: You still there, Violet?
Violet: yeah

Violet: Daff hasn’t come back on the chat yet, has she

Ivy: Nope, me and Wren were just discussing that tho

Ivy: Did I go too far with that joke about the flirting, or-?

Violet: no no it’s fine, I just want a clear answer from Daff

Ivy: Thank the moons for that

Ivy: Has something serious been going on between you guys or smth?

Violet: Nothing much, I’ve been letting Daff vent to me in our dms though

Violet: I hope it isn’t too serious atm but moons I do not like how Daff talks about her whole fidgeting thing

Ivy: How so? And I hope you told her I’m also open for listening

Violet: I did tell her that and she said that she wants to be “normal”

Violet: I hate it so much when she talks like that, she’s perfectly fine with or without the fidgeting

Ivy: Yeah no I absolutely agree with you, she shouldn’t talk so poorly about herself in general

Violet: I don’t get why she’s so hard on herself at times, even if she refuses to believe it I’m not wrong when I say she’s amazing

Ivy: If Daffodil says smth like that again I will spam her dms with nothing but *love and support*

Violet: DO IT

Violet: I WILL JOIN YOU

Ivy: WAIT I HAVE A BETTER IDEA

Violet: what could be a better idea than spamming Daffodil with nothing but love and support?

Ivy: WE MAKE A PRIVATE GROUP CHAT SOLELY MEANT FOR SPAMMING EACH OTHER WITH LOVE AND SUPPORT

Violet: *I love it yes*

Ivy: I will make it right away, and once Daffodil comes on we spam her with the love and support

Violet: okay but don’t name it “Daffodil Love and Support group”

Violet: that seems too obvious

Ivy: Fineee I won’t

Ivy: I’ll just name it the “Love and Support group”

Violet: maybe you should capitalize the “g” in group too

Ivy: The g is fine >:/

Violet: Ik but it bugs me I like good grammar

Ivy: ...And you use proper grammar in most of your texts?

Violet: fair enough

21th August 14:02 (2:02) - The Love and Support group

Violet: you couldn’t be bothered to capitalize the g but you capitalize the??
Violet: smh

Ivy: Oh hush you

Ivy: It looks perfectly fine

Violet: Ivy whyyyy

Ivy: You’ll live

Daffodil: owo whats this

Ivy: It’s our love and support chat

Daffodil: huh

Daffodil: whose idea was it then

Violet: it was Ivy’s idea, but we both had the same plan in mind

Daffodil: im scared what is it

Violet: spamming you with nothing but love and support >:3

Daffodil: *oh no*

Ivy: You are so subtle, Violet

Violet: >:/

Daffodil: haha y’all are sweet

Violet: so are you

Daffodil: no, stOP-

Ivy: Daffodil is as sweet as pie

Violet: what kind of pie, though

Ivy: I didn’t think about that...maybe pumpkin?

Violet: Pecan pie is also pretty good though

Ivy: Yeah but pumpkin pie is better and generally is sweeter

Violet: sweet potato?

Ivy: Good point

Daffodil: personally i prefer apple pie

Violet: oh, okay

Violet: then you are as sweet as apple pie

Daffodil: why are you both doing this

Ivy: Because you need love and support

Violet: we want to give you love and support rn, hush

Ivy: Also we’re genuinely worried about you since you up and left the main group chat

Violet: ^ Yup. I’m also worried about you know what Daff

Daffodil: okay see that makes so much more sense

Daffodil: i just didnt respond on the main chat bc i didnt want to interrupt you and wren

Daffodil: and bc of the flirting joke

Ivy: Daffodil I’m so sorry about that joke, I didn’t know it would make you leave-

Daffodil: ik, and thats ok

Daffodil: i didnt intend to appear flirty but if y’all want to interpret it that way, go ahead

Violet: does that include me?

Daffodil: well duh

Ivy: Wren probably thinks the both of you are dating after that, lol

Daffodil: i wouldnt be surprised tbh

Violet: at this rate anyone else who joins will think that

Ivy: Well, it’s not their fault you guys bicker like a couple

Daffodil: is that actually what people think when they see us in public? lol

Violet: I suppose that’s fair enough

Ivy: ...Are you guys actually dating though? I can’t tell-

Violet: no, idk if Daff and I are even compatible

Violet: in terms of orientations

Daffodil: vivi did i not come out to you? im bi

Daffodil: but seconding what violet said, no we arent dating

Violet: wait you’re bi? did not know that but it makes so much more sense now that i think about it

Ivy: Heck yeah, bi squad! :D

Daffodil: wait ivy youre also bi? hello fellow bisexual

Violet: then there’s me, the only lesbian, lol-

Ivy: Don’t feel bad about that, Violet

Daffodil: yeah, girls are cuter anyways

Ivy: Daffodil please correct me if I’m wrong, but isn’t Wren lesbian too? I’m pretty sure Violet isn’t the only lesbian in the main chat

Daffodil: shes an asexual lesbian, but yes that is correct

Violet: i mean at least we can all agree that girls = yes

Ivy: Wren did invite a few others to the main chat, but the large majority of us can agree about that

Violet: wait who did she invite

Ivy: She invited Leaf and Sky

Daffodil: oh thats cool i like them both

Violet: I don’t know Sky but I’m still trying to figure out how I feel about Leaf

Ivy: wdym?

Violet: Idk I just don’t like him much

Daffodil: that feeling is probably mutual between you two

Ivy: That is most unfortunate, but idc

Ivy: We need more people anyways, and I’m actually friends with both so that helps

Violet: that’s an acceptable answer

Ivy: gtg, sorry

Daffodil: something wrong?

Ivy: It’s family matters, I’ll tell you both later

Chapter 3 -
Daffodil

26th August 9:41 (9:41)

It had been a few days and Ivy hadn’t responded to anyone’s texts in the group chat, nor had she been responding to pms according to everyone she asked. As such, Daffodil believed she had every right to freak out. She was sitting in her own room by herself, as she’d grown used to doing since being grounded - it was better than having to share a room with Daisy, so she wasn’t going to complain all that much. Rolling onto her back, she sighed as she glanced at her phone, which was on her nightstand.

“Just what happened to Ivy? I know she said something about it being family matters, but usually she isn’t gone for this long,” She muttered, shoving her blanket in her face. “And usually when she says it’s about her family, she’s only gone for a day or two.”

Daffodil did know a few things about what usually happened when Ivy had family issues pop up - it was usually related to her mother and father fighting, which had been becoming more frequent in the past few years. *I really hope Ivy’s alright…I know she doesn’t like anyone else getting worried about her family life, but…that doesn’t mean I won’t worry when she just ups and disappears like that.*

Grabbing her phone, she inhaled sharply as she turned it on. Hopefully the others had any updates on the situation with Ivy…she knew for certain that they’d know more than she would.

Daffodil: hey guys

Violet: oh, hey Daff

Leaf: hello

Daffodil: is everyone here? aside from the obvious

Wren: I am very much here

Sky: :3

Daffodil: so ivy still isnt back yet?

Wren: nope, i’ve been trying to get ahold of her tho

Leaf: Wait, what happened with Ivy

Wren: that’s what I’ve been asking

Violet: Ivy hasn’t come back because of family matters, that was what she said when she was last on

Daffodil: and she hasnt said ANYTHING since five days ago

Daffodil: which is worrying since when stuff like this happens shes only gone for 1-2 days at most

Sky: I hope she’s alright, ack-

Wren: okay I’m genuinely concerned about Ivy, what family issues are these if I’m allowed to ask?

Violet: neither of us know much since Ivy doesn’t want us to worry but

Violet: we both know her parents fight a lot, they’ve been doing that more as of late

Leaf: I think I get what you mean by that, I’ve been over to her place before

Leaf: it’s really not a good situation for her

Daffodil: idk whats keeping her but i know for a fact that this time is going to have a bigger effect than usual

Wren: oh- I really hope Ivy is alright

Violet: ik it’s pointless but I’m really hoping Ivy comes back today or tomorrow

Wren: it’s not pointless, we’re all hoping that she comes back soon

Violet: hmm you’re right, I suppose

Violet: we should probably change the subject, dwelling on it won’t do us any good

Wren: that’s true

Wren: what should we talk about, then?

Daffodil: milk loaves

Violet: it’s called cheese

Daffodil: non-believer >:/

Wren: MILK LOAVES :D

Leaf: I’m confused

Sky: so am i

Daffodil: it’s,,,milk loaves

Violet: guys they’re talking about cheese

Wren: the correct term is milk loaf! >:O

Leaf: Wth how did you go from cheese to milk loaves

Wren: cheese is made of milk and a loaf is a block of something

Wren: hence, milk loaves

Sky: i like it! :3

Wren: yay, another milk loaf supporter!

Violet: WHAT IS WRONG WITH ALL OF YOU

Daffodil: *Non-believer*

Wren: Violet what is wrong with milk loaves lmao

Sky: it is very sad to see that you dislike milk loaves :c

Leaf: I was going to say I support milk loaves just to tick you off, Violet

Leaf: But I see that everyone else has that covered

Wren: Leaf come and join us on the milk loaf sideeee

Violet: DON’T

Daffodil: DO IT LEAF DO IT

Leaf: What’s in it for me

Daffodil: bragging rights for when milk loaves becomes the server name

Leaf: Meh

Sky: we have cookies!

Leaf: *...what kind*

Violet: Leaf, *don’t-*

Wren: Leaf I’ll give you some of the cookies in my cookie stash if you join

Leaf: You have a cookie stash?

Wren: well duh. I need to hide the cookies from Rowan somehow

Leaf: Alright I’m in

Sky: yay :D

Daffodil: welcome to the dark side

Violet: You are now irredeemable, Leaf

Leaf: Well offering cookies is quality bribery >:(

Daffodil: he has a good point

Wren: i make great bribes :>

Sky: how is Leaf irredeemable?

Leaf: Because I was bribed into joining the milk loaf squad

Leaf: Hence I am irredeemable

Wren: “milk loaf squad”...hmmm i like that

Violet: I swear this whole milk loaves thing feels like something Daff made up solely to make me irate

Leaf: Well it’s clearly working wonders ¯\\_(ツ)\_/¯

Violet: >:/

Daffodil: is this like a mutual dislike between you two? lol

Wren: i’m going to go out on a limb here and assume Leaf just doesn’t want to say these sort of things to Violet’s face

Wren: because we all know that she could absolutely beat the crap out of him if she wanted

Violet: that is correct.

Leaf: I’d say it’d be more of a rough 50/50 at best

Leaf: But I guess there’s some truth to that

Daffodil: do either of yall have anything in common though

Daffodil: if you both are going to be stuck in this group chat together you might as well find something to bond over lmao

Daffodil: because knowing ivy, she will refuse to kick out anyone lol

Violet: nnggggg that’s true. Leaf do you like anything interesting, or-?

Leaf: Uh...I watch anime

Wren: that is the worst answer you could’ve given, leaf

Daffodil: i mean it does it surprise anyone that he does watch anime

Violet: well I for one am pleasantly surprised that you have good taste in hobbies. what genre do you usually watch?

Leaf: ...Do you really want to know

Violet: depends on the genre

Leaf: ...yaoi

Violet: that’s nothing to be ashamed of, I watch it too lol

Sky: wait whats yaoi

Wren: it’s mlm anime

Sky: ohhh okay

Daffodil: violet i didnt know you watched anime

Violet: eh, it’s more of a small hobby

Violet: I really don’t have enough time to get super invested in the ones I do watch

Wren: i’ve never gotten into anime and i never will

Violet: that’s honestly fair-

Wren: i only really watch it with leaf when i have nothing else to do. it doesn’t help that rowan also likes it so i get stuck watching it more than i would like

Leaf: I prefer watching it with you than alone or with Rowan tho

Wren: ik but y’all need some more variety than just anime

Leaf: ...manga?

Wren: you know what i meant

Wren: i shouldnt know all this anime and manga stuff but because of you two i know too much

Daffodil: have either of you tried watching musicals

Daffodil: and i mean the good musicals

Leaf: No, should I watch them?

Daffodil: if you want, just avoid the terrible ones

Wren: i shall consider it

Leaf: Which ones do you recommend?

Daffodil: ill dm you a list bc i have. a lot

Violet: I can back Daff up on that, she has a bunch of recommendations

Violet: she’s...she’s sent me the list before

Wren: three moons, lol

Violet: I have no clue if it’s grown since then

Leaf: So should I be terrified, or..?

Violet: most of her suggestions are actually decent I wouldn’t worry too much lol

Violet: worry more about how much time you’ll have on your hands to watch them

Wren: you also watch musicals?

Violet: I only watch them with Daff if I’m staying over at her house

Daffodil: only when at my house? somehow i doubt that

Violet: I don’t watch musicals on my own, tho

Daffodil: i meant as in when we’re at your house

Violet: ohhhh

Violet: then yeah I think we’ve done that a few times

Violet: I mainly remember the time we just sung along to one of the songs since we both knew it lol

Leaf: Daffodil I can see singing, but I don’t think I could ever imagine you singing

Violet: I can’t sing well, so I don’t usually

Daffodil: shhhhhhh you have a great singing voice Vivi

Violet: Daff I sound like a dying bird, we both know this

Daffodil: you sound like an great dying bird who is trying her best, so hush

Violet: ...can we at least agree that you have a good singing voice

Daffodil: fair lol

Wren: i’m more surprised that daffodil can even sing

Daffodil: just use the karaoke version of the musical and you gradually get better

Violet: I was surprised too, but it was a pleasant surprise

Violet: Daff has an amazing singing voice, imo~

Daffodil: pfft, now youre just exaggerating

Violet: well, I did say it was in my opinion

Violet: and that aside it isn’t wrong, lol-

Daffodil: hehe-

Wren: i’d make a “get a room” joke but please do continue, y’all are precious-

Leaf: ~~Daffodil x Violet shipping intensifies~~

Daffodil: ...shipping?

Violet: moons above y’all keep making me lose it-

Leaf: Daffodil do you not know what a ship is

Daffodil: clearly not how youre using it

Daffodil: please educate me

Violet: oh dear, Daff actually doesn’t know what a ship is-

Wren: leaf don’t tell her she’s an innocent childddd

Leaf: Isn’t Daffodil 14? She’s not a child

Violet: and she sure as hell ain’t innocent, lmao

Daffodil: how dare, Vivi >:0

Violet: you know this about yourself, Daff

Violet: you’re a very dirty person

Daffodil: ...fair.

Wren: oh? what is the context here owo

Violet: beach

Wren: ...oh. oh. daffodil, i’m surprised-

Daffodil: IT WAS A ONE TIME THING I SWEAR

Violet: yeah, a one time thing where you were incredibly obvious about staring

Daffodil: i- it was only Ivy

Daffodil: maybe you too now that i think about it

Daffodil: BUT AGAIN ONE TIME THING

Wren: daffodil you’re such a mess lol

Daffodil: well i am a bisexual disaster :’)

Violet: I’m never going to let you live that down Daff, but I guess I can’t blame you

Violet: girls are really pretty

Wren: indeed-

Leaf: Guys are cuter >:/

Daffodil: guys look okay at best

Wren: leaf i strongly disagree

Violet: I second Wren on that

Leaf: ...am I the only one who thinks that here-?

Daffodil: probably, but Ivys bi and i have no clue what she leans towards

Daffodil: im more in the middle

Violet: ...are you sure about that, Daff?

Daffodil: you and Ivy are outliers, shut up >:[

Wren: i love how most of us agree that girls are yes

Wren: and then there’s leaf (and sky, i guess? he’s aroace i’m pretty sure)

Leaf: Well what did you expect, Wren

Leaf: You know I’m gay

Wren: fair, absolutely fair lol.

Daffodil: ok if thats the case then ur valid for thinking otherwise

Daffodil: at this point i stopped thinking about others’ sexuality until it’s brought up

Violet: that’s honestly fair

Daffodil: gives me some hope that i have a chance with someone-

Leaf: Honestly same

Wren: i’m pretty sure both of you have good chances with someone, lol

Wren: anyways, daffodil did you still want to have the concept of shipping explained to you, or...?

Daffodil: uh sure

Leaf: shipping is basically wanting two or more people (real life or fictional) to be in a romantic relationship

Daffodil: ...

Wren: is she okay

Violet: give her some time, she’ll get it in a moment

Leaf: ...Wait is she rereading my previous comment-

Violet: when she goes for you, I have no sympathy

Leaf: Thanks for your compassion, Violet.

Violet: you’re welcome

Daffodil: ...y’all are terrible, especially you Leaf lmao

Leaf: I’m sorry, but you both are easily shippable what do you expect me to do-

Daffodil: to keep it to yourself >:/

Wren: leaf stop teasing them lol

Leaf: But it’s fun-

Violet: I’m indifferent to this but stop mentioning it for Daff’s sake

Violet: you can talk about it elsewhere

Leaf: Fine

Daffodil: thank

Wren: now that that’s sorted out, i can take my leave

Daffodil: wait where are you going

Wren: it shouldn’t be too long, i’m just doing some chores

Wren: think i’ll force leaf or rowan to help tho

Leaf: Please don’t force me to help

Wren: why not lol

Leaf: Because today is my day to do laundry I don’t want more

Leaf: And Rowan needs to be more productive anyways make her do something

Wren: is laundry really that hard? lol

Leaf: Wren I have to drive all the way to the laundromat with everyone’s nasty clothes and pay to clean them

Leaf: And it takes hours

Violet: What I’m taking away from this is that somehow, Leaf is able to drive

Wren: true, true. why don’t you force more than one person to come with you tho

Leaf: Actually I might be able to do that if I take Grove’s car but I’m not that going to do that again after last time

Wren: you say this as if we own more than one car

Leaf: Fair enough, I’ll just ask Thyme to come with lol

Wren: good, anyways gtg

Daffodil: byeeeee

Violet: Daff can you go on the l.a.s chat

Daffodil: k

26th August 10:41 (10:41) - The Love and Support group

Daffodil: alright so whats wrong

Violet: wanted to talk more about the you know what without interference

Daffodil: fair enough. do you need hugs rn because if so i will sneak out of my room and give you a hug

Daffodil: i dont know how i’ll do it but youre getting a hug

Violet: no, I don’t need a hug rn. I’m just really concerned about Ivy...I’ve been considering heading over to her house to see what’s up

Daffodil: ig, if you think you can do it without anything bad happening then i say do it

Violet: I’d ask you to come with but...yeah

Daffodil: thats alright, i know you can do it without me

Violet: I know I can but I want you with me :/

Daffodil: i miss seeing you irl too, Vivi

Daffodil: but if i try Daisy will just tell on me

Violet: at least school starts again soon, then we’ll be able to see each other irl more

Daffodil: im actually ungrounded before school starts

Daffodil: and ewww dont mention school i was happier forgetting about that

Violet: that’s good, we can schedule a sleep over before summer break ends. also don’t worry i can tutor you again if you need help

Daffodil: at your house tho, you know how Daisy is

Daffodil: im probably going to fail all my classes anyways but thank you for the offer, please do so

Violet: I wouldn’t say all of your classes, I’d say you’re getting a lot better at writing

Daffodil: i can only do poetry

Violet: that’s still writing

Daffodil: you know what i meant

Violet: and you know what I meant >:/

Violet: anyways, I’ll update you on the situation if I learn anything

Daffodil: wait are you headed out now? isnt it a little early to be taking your walk

Violet: yeah, but i wanted to take it earlier today. plus Ivy’s dad is usually out at this time and I do not want to encounter him today

Daffodil: thats valid. good luck with your walk, i’ll try calling ivy to see if thatll work

Violet: good luck to you too, I should be done with my walk in an hour or so

Chapter 4 -
Violet

26th August 11:15 (11:15)

It had already been at least twenty minutes since she’d went on her walk, and Violet was beginning to fear the worst. She’d been hoping to see Ivy during her walk, but the chances of that were already beginning to look slim - whenever stuff like this happened, Ivy usually didn’t go outside of her room. If it was because of another fight her parents were having, then Violet highly doubted that there was a point in thinking otherwise.

*Still, some information is better than none.*

As she neared Ivy’s house, a lump began to form in her throat. She really hoped that Ivy’s father wasn’t home. She had already came to the conclusion that he likely wouldn’t be there and she was seldom wrong when it came to these sorts of things, but…she knew she couldn’t be absolutely certain considering the circumstances. From what she could tell, a car was parked in the driveway, the trunk open - something big had to be going on, then.

Once she had reached the driveway, she noticed Ivy’s mother placing some packaging inside the trunk, albeit struggling to do so. *Are they…moving?* She wondered briefly. *That would explain something…* Before Violet could do much else, she noticed Ivy heading out the door, a suitcase dragging from behind her. Ivy soon took note of Violet, rushing up to greet her.

“Violet! Isn’t it a little too early to be taking your walk?”

Violet shrugged, chuckling a bit. “Daff asked the same thing. I just wanted to take it earlier, you know?”

Ivy sighed, avoiding Violet’s gaze. “There’s another reason, isn’t there?”

“I…yeah,” Violet confessed, folding her arms into her sleeves. “I was hoping to see you today, since…well, you know the whole chat is worried about you, right? You haven’t responded in almost a week.”

Grimacing, Ivy inhaled sharply. “I know, but things happened. I didn’t have the energy to reply, assuming I had the time to. This whole week has been…how can I put it?”

“Awful?” Violet offered. “Yeah, I can tell.” She glanced at the car, raising an eyebrow. “So what’s going on?”

Ivy sighed, crossing her arms. “Packing stuff.”

Violet narrowed her eyes. “Why?”

Groaning, Ivy rolled her eyes. “You of all people should know about my home situation.”

*Oh. So it’s finally happening, isn’t it?* Violet wasn’t entirely surprised, considering this had been going on for years, according to Ivy. But she didn’t expect it to happen right before school had started. *I can’t imagine what this is like for Ivy, but…*

“Everything’s sorted out? Your parents are officially divorced?” She asked.

Ivy hesitantly nodded. “You could say that. It’s going to be somewhat weird at first, but I’ll get used to it.”

Violet frowned. “So…your living situation? I’m assuming you’re staying with your mom.”

“We’re moving in with Brook,” Ivy confessed, her voice low. “I’m glad we have somewhere to stay but it’s going to be so awkward once September hits. I mean, I like Brook and all, but being part of the Wingwatchers is going to be so weird now.”

Smirking, Violet let out a low chuckle. “So how long has Lark been seeing Brook?”

“Violet!” Ivy snapped, getting Violet to laugh harder. She glared at her for a bit longer, then sighed. “For a while now, actually. Honestly, I’m just happy that my mom’s doing better. She’s been pretty ecstatic about spending more time with Brook.”

Violet hummed for a bit. “...What about your dad? Do you get to see him at all after this?”

Ivy shrugged. “I think he’s allowed to see me on weekends. I doubt he’ll come see me at all, though.”

Noticing Ivy’s mood darken, Violet decided not to press it further. *I’m curious by what exactly she means by that, but I’ve pestered her enough about this.* Instead, she patted Ivy’s back, giving her a small smile.

“...Ivy, just know that everyone on the group chat cares about you, alright? If you ever need to vent, just know that you can talk to us.”

Ivy laughed a little, hugging Violet in return. “I know, I know. I’ll try to get on the group chat as soon as I find the time, okay?”

Violet nodded, hugging her back. “Good, we’ve all been worried about you. Especially Daff and Wren. Those two absolutely destroyed my notifications while you were away, let me tell you.”

Ivy snorted. “Daffodil I can see, but Wren? I never thought of us as incredibly close, but…”

“You’d be surprised. She was concerned about you the moment she realized that something was up, learning about your home situation didn’t exactly lessen it either.”

Frowning, Ivy muttered, “Okay, now I just feel bad about not telling her earlier.”

Violet broke away, shaking her head. “Don’t. It was really sudden for all of us.” She looked around, shoving her hands in her pockets. “I should be leaving soon. I don’t want to worry my dads.”

“That’s okay, we still have some packing to do.” Ivy gave Violet one last smile before sighing. “And if you could, can you keep the details this out of the main chat for now? Just let them know I’ll be back soon. I’ll tell everyone the details later, hopefully today. But you should probably say something to Daffodil, just in case.”

Nodding, Violet began to walk away. “That I can do. See you hopefully later.”

26th August 12:03 (12:03) - Violet + Daffodil PM

Violet: Daff are you on

Daffodil: yup lol

Daffodil: its not like i have anything better to do while grounded

Daffodil: anyways anything about ivy or?

Violet: Ivy’s situation is getting better now, actually

Daffodil: FINALLY ITS ABOUT TIME

Violet: ikr? it really should’ve happened sooner but a win is a win, nonetheless

Daffodil: THIS IS THE BEST THING IVE HEARD ALL SUMMER

Daffodil: but im curious, what are the details

Violet: for starters Ivy and her mom are moving out

Daffodil: thats mildly disappointing as her house isnt too far from where i live but. very good indeed

Daffodil: where are they headed tho

Violet: they’re moving in with Brook

Daffodil: ah

Daffodil: septembers going to be one hell of a month

Violet: my thoughts exactly

Violet: Ivy mentioned that she already finds it awkward enough living with her

Daffodil: is this arrangement really a surprise to her tho

Violet: was it a surprise to anyone, honestly

Daffodil: considering her mom and Brook have been very obvious about seeing each other for a while now, it really shouldnt be

Violet: that aside, she said that she hasn’t had the time or energy to chat atm so there’s that little tidbit of information

Daffodil: i dont blame her and i hope she knows that im not going to stop giving her love and support

Violet: oh, she’s well aware

Violet: I told her that you and Wren practically destroyed my notifications

Daffodil: ...fair enough, sorry for destroying your notifs lol

Violet: it really doesn’t bother me, if I had more time on my hands I’d do the same thing to you

Violet: she said she’ll hopefully be back on the main chat soon, which I’m assuming will be today or tomorrow

Daffodil: YES SHES COMING BACK SOON

Violet: you can let the main chat know she’ll be back but Ivy said she wants to explain the situation herself

Daffodil: i can do that, dont worry

Daffodil: Wren will definitely like this news lmao

Violet: if we’re thinking the same thing then yup lol

Daffodil: think Ivy would get the joke or

Violet: if she couldn’t get the joke for some reason then I’m sure the rest of the group chat will make that clear

Violet: aka Leaf

Daffodil: oh yeahh the shipping joke

Daffodil: or was he serious about that

Violet: pretty sure he was joking, don’t think about it too much

Violet: I think that’s just him being a shipper lol

Daffodil: well he *did* say he watches yaoi so I see what you mean

Violet: can’t wait to watch that go down between Leaf and Wren

Daffodil: part of me feels bad for Wren and Ivy because that was very awkward for me personally but the other half is like...that will be something interesting to pass the time please continue

Violet: honestly most of the jokes will fly over Ivy’s head we all know this

Daffodil: eh, i say half

Violet: ...okay fair but jokes will still fly over her head

Daffodil: as long as Leaf doesnt antagonize Wren too much then everything should be fine

Violet: on the group chat or irl

Daffodil: pfft-

Violet: Just so you know, I’m going to get some lunch and I’ll be back soon

Daffodil: alright, will remember that

Daffodil: when youre done just head to the milk loaf squad

Violet: that is NOT the group chat’s name

Violet: but okay
Wren

26th August 12:14 (12:14) - Main Chat

Daffodil: is anyone on the chat or no

Daffodil: because i have news

Sky: I am here! :3

Wren: also here, leaf’s out doing laundry duty lmao

Wren: is said news about ivy because if so spill the tea

Sky: tea?

Wren: it’s an expression

Sky: ohhh

Sky: then i also want tea! :3

Daffodil: if it is tea you want, then it is tea you shall receive

Daffodil: long story short Ivy said she should be back soon, but shes not sure when

Wren: oh moons that is a weight off my mind, mega thank

Daffodil: youre welcome

Sky: is she alright?

Daffodil: Ivy wanted to detail the situation to yall herself but i think its safe to say yes

Wren: honestly i’m just glad she’s okay

Daffodil: yeah we were destroying Violet’s notifs apparently lol

Wren: and ivy’s too-

Daffodil: i just did Violet’s, lol

Wren: wait so it was just me who pretty much spammed ivy’s dms

Daffodil: i think so lol

Wren: ...is it possible to hide certain messages from certain members of the chat

Daffodil: im...honestly not sure. youre the only one on with admin privileges, i think

Daffodil: why do you ask lol

Wren: you know exactly why and i want to prolong that conversation as long as possible

Daffodil: why delay the inevitable tho

Wren: because i can’t get my immediate revenge while he’s out doing laundry, now can i

Daffodil: hmm, fair enough. maybe just hide the text?

Wren: i shall try but if it doesn’t work i might just delete the message

Sky: wren, don’t hurt leaf! D:

Wren: physically speaking or??

Sky: *YES. ALL OF THE ABOVE.*

Wren: he’ll be too busy having fun antagonizing me to notice i see no problems with this

Sky: still! >:c

Wren: fine, if you must insist >:/

Sky: yay! :3

Daffodil: you really want to prolong that conversation, huh

Wren: you of all people should know why >:/

Daffodil: ik, ik

Daffodil: but im not taking sides when it happens tho, fyi

Wren: that’s reasonable but shame on you

Daffodil: i am very reasonable thanks

Wren: that’s not what you were supposed to take away from that >:/

Daffodil: do you not like me taking it as a compliment

Wren: no

Daffodil: well too bad

Wren: where is violet when you need her

Daffodil: shes eating lunch

Daffodil: why

Wren: i like it more when she’s being annoyed by you

Wren: because then we can team up and get on her nerves faster

Daffodil: we just call that saying “milk loaves” or anything remotely similar lol

Wren: true, we need something else to annoy her with tho-

Violet: I wouldn’t call it “annoying me” tbh

Violet: it’s more like Daff just wants my attention, so I choose to give it to her

Daffodil: you make this sound as if im desperate for your attention or smth lol

Violet: I know you’re not, but you clearly want it because you prefer to target me out of everyone in our friend group

Daffodil: YOUR REACTIONS ARE THE MOST HILARIOUS THOUGH

Violet: adding the fact I choose to not ignore you because I certainly can and have done that

Daffodil: hmph

Wren: that’s very sweet of you violet

Violet: thank you for acknowledging that

Daffodil: Wrennn stop encouraging her >:/

Violet: encouraging what?

Daffodil: encouraging this

Daffodil: but ig this is...fine since Leaf isnt on the chat rn

Wren: I like to be a positive influence in others’ lives

Daffodil: well youre doing a terrible job of it rn

Wren: that’s what you want to believe

Violet: I like Wren’s encouragement

Wren: thank!

Daffodil: boo

Wren: you don’t like? :(

Daffodil: NO >:[

Violet: Daff do you not enjoy this

Daffodil: shut it Vivi

Violet: you’d be missing out if I did that so no

Wren: wow violet

Daffodil: meanie

Violet: what? you know it’s true

Wren: how about you both do this in dms instead, we have two pure children in this group chat who do not need to witness this smoldering tension

Wren: as spicy as this is, as an admin i must intervene

Daffodil: wait who are the pure children again

Wren: sky and ivy

Violet: Daff we just had a conversation about how innocent Ivy is to these sorts of things

Daffodil: I FORGOT SORRY

Wren: well i mean ivy’s managed to get one of my jokes about you two so we’ll see lol

Daffodil: thats fair

Violet: but “smoldering tension”? really?

Daffodil: Wren why did you describe us like that

Wren: you both do realize i can and will say worse to describe the situation if you protest, right

Daffodil: yeah but that doesnt mean we have to like it >:/

Violet: just why that word in particular

Wren: does simmering tension fit to your liking? or would you rather me say churning tension

Wren: and the list goes on

Daffodil: Wren you are managing to make me very irate today

Wren: i’m told i do that a lot

Violet: but somehow not me? lol

Daffodil: you are just barely an exception rn, Violet

Daffodil: Wren you are almost as bad as Leaf sometimes did you know that

Wren: I DON’T LIKE THAT COMPARISON >:O

Daffodil: yeah but its true

Wren: would it make you feel any better if i told you i also do this to rowan

Daffodil: not really, i’ll tell you that much

Wren: well that’s all i can say to comfort you, i’m sorry

Violet: are you trying to say you don’t do this to Leaf

Wren: when leaf actually manages to make a friend his age for once, we’ll see

Violet: okay that’s excusable, I’ll join you when that happens lol

Daffodil: does Leaf not have the ability to make friends on his own or something

Violet: ...and you do?

Daffodil: shut up

Violet: lol

Wren: i mean...sometimes he can?? but then there’s the whole matter of staying friends with them

Wren: he’s gotten very lucky in managing to stay friends with ivy

Violet: is it really that hard to stay friends with her though

Wren: you do have me there

Daffodil: Wren go to your dms pleasee

Wren: should i be concerned

Violet: yes, probably, most definitely

Daffodil: i just have some suggestions

Wren: hmmm

26th August 13:29 (1:29) - Wren + Daffodil PM

Daffodil: alright so you mentioned that you havent antagonized Leaf about someone yet

Wren: yes, and?

Daffodil: i want to help you achieve this goal

Wren: why tho

Wren: haven’t i been ticking you off all day

Daffodil: yes but the thought of getting payback is more fun

Wren: go on, i’m not entirely convinced you mean that tho

Daffodil: you do realize that as soon as Leaf sees that text hes not going to leave that alone right

Daffodil: and this isnt even mentioning when Ivy will show up

Wren: you have good points, you can assist me in this

Daffodil: hooray!

Wren: anyways, you said you had suggestions?

Daffodil: well, its more of one good suggestion and lots of poorly thought out suggestions

Daffodil: but to answer your question, yes

Wren: then what’s the good suggestion

Daffodil: okay first things first do you mind inviting one last person to the server

Wren: depends

Wren: who is it

Daffodil: Violet’s really not going to like it but Forest

Wren: who are they and why wouldn’t violet like it lol

Daffodil: long story short Violet disliked him for the longest time because he had a crush on me or smth like that

Wren: okay so she didnt like the competition, right

Daffodil: ive never thought of it like that but when you put it that way-

Daffodil: she also doesnt like him because of his sense of humour but honestly idk

Wren: seeing as violet doesn’t like it, i’m going to assume it’s somewhat similar to our humour

Daffodil: exactly

Wren: we’ll have another member who likes to annoy violet for fun! :D

Daffodil: partially why ive been wanting to invite him, ngl

Daffodil: that aside i think Leaf might like him

Wren: i see where you’re going with this and i love it haha

Wren: i’m also assuming forest’s bi or smth like that since you’re popular apparently lol

Daffodil: he is, hence why i suggested him

Wren: ...this plan might actually work, hmmm

Wren: so should i invite him now, or wait til ivy returns

Daffodil: maybe wait til Ivy returns, see what she thinks of the idea

Daffodil: that and i’d rather leave newer members out of this atm

Wren: that is a good idea, hopefully she returns soon so we can commence the plan-

Daffodil: what a fun plan it shall be

Wren: speaking of leaf, he’s going to get back from doing laundry soon so i think i’ll go prepare for the worst

Daffodil: has it really been that long

Wren: he left at 10 something, yes it has

Daffodil: huh

Daffodil: hopefully the rest of this day goes by quickly

Wren: ik, daffodil. but we must remain strong

Daffodil: im bad at doing that tho

Wren: what about for ivy?

Daffodil: i knowwww ill try

Daffodil: im just...so happy that things are finally getting better for her

Wren: idk all the details but yes, i am too

Daffodil: i kind of wish that she moved somewhere closer to where i live tho

Wren: maybe when i turn 15 and get a learner’s permit we can visit her :D

Daffodil: didnt leaf say he knows how to drive tho

Daffodil: we could always force him to do it

Wren: yeah but we’d still need an adult with us >:/

Daffodil: well there goes that plan

Wren: we can keep working on it

Wren: in the meanwhile we can focus on our master plan >:)

Daffodil: yessss lets do that

Wren: so what if the plan doesn’t work out as intended

Daffodil: wdym?

Wren: like what if they dislike each other or smth

Daffodil: im sure they’ll warm up to each other eventually, like Violet hopefully will with Leaf

Daffodil: id be more concerned regarding Violet and Forest bc she does not like him very much

Wren: i see, should i be prepared to break up any fights lol

Daffodil: nah, just be prepared to tell Violet to stop being passive aggressive a lot lol

Wren: that doesn’t sound too bad, tbh-

Wren: but honestly if leaf mananages to become friends with him at the very least that would be nice to see

Daffodil: the group chat will be more chaotic, of course, but yes-

Wren: CHAOTIC GROUP CHAT FUN TIMES

Daffodil: HAHA YES

Wren: anyways, i gtg. please don’t destroy the chat while i’m gone daffodil

Daffodil: no promises but alright
Wren looked up from her phone, glancing at the clock - it seemed to be closer to 2:00 pm at this point. *Maybe I should’ve left the chat earlier…I’d have more time to prepare.* She took a side glance at Rowan, who was partially asleep on the couch, with Cranberry resting on her shoulder.

“Hey, Rowan?”

Rowan groaned to herself as she glanced at Wren. “What?”

“When does Grove get off of his shift again?” She asked, casting a few glances at the door.

She shrugged. “Around two-thirty, I think? Not sure. Do I even want to know why you’re asking?”

Wren held back a few laughs. “Probably not.”

Cranberry narrowed her eyes. “I don’t trust that.” She turned to Rowan, raising an eyebrow. “You do realize that she’s plotting something, right?”

“I know she is,” Rowan replied, staring Wren in the eyes. “As long as I don’t have to get involved, I don’t particularly care about what anyone in this house is plotting.”

Walking out of the living room, Wren scoffed. “If it makes you feel any better, it wasn’t planned to involve you in the first place! So you both can make out with each other in peace.”

Ignoring Rowan’s protests, Wren headed into her room, practically leaping into her bed. She sighed - if Leaf wasn’t back yet, then she’d wait for him. Getting on Rowan’s nerves had already been done while doing some household chores, so Wren wasn’t going to purposefully try to aggravate her more. *Besides…she should get at least one night without distractions this week.*

Putting her phone on her nightstand, Wren’s lips curled into a small smile. *At least Ivy’s okay,* She thought. *I know we haven’t known each other that long, but anyone in terrible living conditions gets my concern.*

*Hopefully she gets on the group chat today. Or at least answers any of my pms.*

*...And hopefully she isn’t mad at me for it.*

Wren sat up once Leaf came in, who was holding a basket full of laundry. He set it down, raising an eyebrow.

“I’m guessing something went down on the group chat?”

She nodded, falling onto her back. “Daffodil spilled some tea today, I’ll tell you that much.” Wren narrowed her eyes at the basket, frowning. “Is all of that yours?”

Leaf shrugged. “Most of it, I’m sure. I think yours is still in the car. We did just get back.” He sat on the edge of her bed, glancing at her phone. “Was the tea Ivy related?”

“Yes, but Daffodil refuses to say more about it. Apparently Ivy’s going to explain it herself once she gets the chance,” She explained, crossing her arms. “I’m hoping that she comes back today. I’m really tired of waiting.”

He grimaced, scratching his chin. “Well…I’m not entirely sure what’s happening either, but I’m going to guess that she probably hasn’t gotten the chance to update anyone about everything yet. Except maybe Daffodil or Violet, but you know, that’s kind of a given.”

Wren sighed, digging her face into her nearby pillow. “Daffodil said things are apparently going better for Ivy, so at least we know that much. Still, it would be nice if we had some kind of information on this other than that.”

“I get that,” He replied, shrugging. “Want to do something else while waiting? I mean, I want more information too but clearly we aren’t getting it now.”

Slowly sitting up, Wren quietly groaned. “Like what? There isn’t much else to do that won’t get on Rowan’s nerves.”

Leaf raised an eyebrow, smirking. “You, of all people want to do something that won’t get Rowan irate? That’s a shocker.”

Wren shrugged. “I’ve been annoying her all day, Leaf. She deserves some peace and quiet from us for tonight.” Crossing her arms, she added, “That and you know that she’s been wanting to spend time with just Grove and Cranberry for awhile now.”

He chuckled in response. “I know, I know. Still, I thought you’d be all for causing chaos.” Glancing at the alarm clock on the nightstand, he tilted his head. “Actually, since you have free time, why don’t you come with Mushroom and I for a practice drive?”

“...with Mushroom? Seriously?” Wren muttered, scoffing quietly to herself. *Is Leaf that desperate for help that he’d go to Mushroom?*

Leaf got up, already preparing to head out the door. “I’m taking what I can get. It’s not like Thyme is much better of a driving instructor. You don’t have to come with, but it is a distraction from…you know.”

Wren gave him a small smile. “Heh, thanks for trying to help. I’ll think about it.”

“Good. I’m going to bring in the rest of the clothes, just don’t…don’t get worked up about Ivy’s situation, alright?”

As he left, Wren sighed to herself. *I guess I can try not to worry, but…something is still better than nothing.*

Chapter 5 -
Coming soon!

## Trivia

* This was originally going to be a crossover chatfic but I changed my mind last second.
* I wanted to post this on AO3 or smth like that but I feel the WoF fanfic archive doesn't need my dumb fanfic mainly about the scavenger characters there-
+ This is honestly how I feel about all my WoF fanfictions involving these characters except for Sovereign Spirits, Oscillator, and my Dragonslayer AU-