Eerie, Indiana triple drabble: Untouchable

[froodle]

"This is going too far," said Marshall.

Dash nodded.

"I knew this town was messed up," he said, "But this crosses the line."

"It's evil," Marshall agreed.

The cactus cat mewled pitifully, four green and spiny claws peddling the air as it rolled on it's back, prickly belly exposed to the rich golden light of a Saturday afternoon in summer. It's eyes were cloudy milk-white and fixed pleadingly on Simon's own. Already Simon's hands were scratched and bleeding, clusters of black needles embedded in the soft skin of his palms. Tentatively he reached for the purring, squirming creature who writhed at his feet.

"Simon!" said Marshall. "Just leave it alone already!"

"But he's so cute," Simon protested. "And look at him! He's desperate for cuddles!"

"Yeah, well, you're going to be desperate for fingers if you keep petting it," said Dash.

Simon reluctantly returned his wounded hands to the pockets of his hand me down flannel jacket. His eyes were huge and wet and it was only partly due to the tattered and oozing state of his fingertips.

"Maybe I could wear mittens," he said, as though a prickly desert cat-beast could be made safe with something as mundane as wool.

Dash sighed and started pulling his coat on.

"You're leaving?" asked Marshall, not quite able to hide his disappointment.

"Yes," said Dash. "Radford keeps suits of armour at the back of the World o' Stuff. Those medieval knights were tiny - there's bound to be a set of chain mail oven gloves that'll fit you, Shrimpenstein."

Simon brightened.

"Wow!" he said. "That's really nice. Thanks, Dash."

"Whatever," said Dash. "It's near a security camera blind spot."

"Oh," said Simon, his shoulders sagging. He looked down at the cat, his expression torn.

"No it isn't," said Mars.

"Shut up," said Dash.



Trusted Associates, Inc.

Halloween by froodle, in which Mars and Simon celebrate a Von Orloff-free All Hallows Eve

Surprise by froodle, in which Mars tries to make sure Simon's birthday goes a little better this year

The Glade by froodle, in which Simon and Mars visit a place that only exists on February 29th

Egg Hunt by froodle, in which Simon and Mars partake of some traditional Easter activities

Boardwalk by froodle, in which Simon and Mars are swayed by radio advertising

Lady in Red by froodle, in which Simon experiments on the old-fashioned radio in the Secret Spot, and horror ensues

Waiting In by froodle, in which there is an ice-storm and a handyman does not arrive

Seafoam by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall go to the seaside

A Night at the Circus by froodle, in which a carnivale comes to town, and Marshall and Simon do not enjoy themselves

Taking a Break by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall enjoy some much-needed R&R

Model Railway by froodle, in which a new business prepares to open in Eerie

Shoreline by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall investigate strange happenings on the shores of Lake Eerie

Parade by froodle, in which Mars takes issue with the Eerie Beekeepers Association's choice of mascot

Homestead by froodle, in which Marshall finally gets something useful out of shop class

Hound by froodle, in which Simon makes a friend

Errands by froodle, in which Simon has a to-do list

Slyboots by froodle, in which a certain corporal of the infernal regions comes to Eerie. Crossover with Johannes Cabal the Necromancer.

Waterlogged by froodle, in which Eerie experiences heavy rainfall

Festival by froodle, in which Eerie's local businesses celebrate the summer

Strawberry by froodle, in which there is unauthorised hubbub in Eerie

Wildlife by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall go to the beach

Facilities by froodle, in which the Eerie Bus Station and Supper Club has a problem with the men's toilet

Anticipation by froodle, in which Simon and Harley look forward to the Equinox

Castle by froodle, in which there is unexpected architecture in Eerie

Visitor in which Marshall's grandma comes to stay

Euclid by froodle, in which Marshall and Simon investigate strange events at the Eerie Cemetery

The Hut by froodle, in which Simon takes on the forces of Eerie solo





First Kiss Series

Invitation by froodle, in which Marshall cannot leave the house until he finishes his chores

Puberty by froodle, in which algebra is an annoying thing, but not the most annoying thing

Co-Op by froodle, in which Dash and Marshall have their first ever kiss

Touch by froodle, in which living in Eerie has it's consolations

The Game by froodle, in which Marshall is most certainly not crying, thank you very much

Nature Hike by froodle, in which Dash and Mars disturb a wood sprite

Date by froodle, in which Dash and Marshall have their third official date

Rhinovirus by froodle, in which Marshall and Edgar go fishing, and Mars catches a cold

Gift by froodle, in which it is almost Marilyn's birthday

Fresh Sheets by froodle

Tradition by froodle, in which Dash and Marshall decorate a Christmas tree

So Be Good, For Goodness' Sake by froodle, in which Marshall and Dash go to see Santa

Linens by froodle, in which Dash X makes a bed





Microwave-verse

Bonfire by froodle, in which Pinocchio is ruined forever

Gingerbread by froodle, in which there is a witch in the Eerie Woods

Leaves by froodle, in which plantlife finds Marshall entirely too enticing

Offspring by froodle, in which there are dragons

Based on Your Previous Purchases by froodle, in which Mars should really pay attention to Amazon's reccomendations

Housework by froodle, in which a rota cannot be agreed upon

Breakfast by froodle, in which Dash's attempts at cookery do not go well

Ghost in the Machine by froodle, in which a new laptop opens an old wound

Consequences by froodle, in which an encounter with leprechauns leaves the boys very tired indeed

The Microwave by froodle, in which Andrea Fantucci returns to Eerie after a considerable absense

The Eldritch Abomination in the Room by froodle, in which the microwave is most definitely not discussed

Basic Household Maintenance by froodle, in which manticores are inconsiderate houseguests

Torrential by froodle, in which there is a storm, and the boys eat ice-cream

Linens by froodle, in which Dash X makes a bed

Night Music by froodle, in which Simon is woken by a nocturnal visitor

In For The Night by froodle, in which Dash refuses to leave the house

Hound by froodle, in which Simon makes a friend

Errands by froodle, in which Simon has a to-do list

Waterlogged by froodle, in which Eerie experiences heavy rainfall

Wildlife by froodle, in which Simon and Marshall go to the beach

Rainbow by froodle, in which Dash fails to properly appreciate Michael Flatley

Jackolantern by froodle, in which the local pumpkin patch has a problem