[Gregory goes quiet, standing still and at attention as Freddy moves to crouch in front of him so they can talk more directly. Freddy has the right of it, even if things feel much more complicated to Gregory. He's spent his life having to figure things out on his own, which isn't something most children are expected to have to do. He's not been afforded a real childhood, not when he's responsible for keeping himself alive much less entertained. Having Freddy to help...is outside of the norm.
His eyes dart across Freddy's now-human face- too human, too soft, too lifelike- before he closes the gap between them to put his arms around Freddy's neck. This time, he doesn't let go.]
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His eyes dart across Freddy's now-human face- too human, too soft, too lifelike- before he closes the gap between them to put his arms around Freddy's neck. This time, he doesn't let go.]
You're the only one I do trust, Freddy.