What are stars? Why do they only shine at night?

In the scientific term, stars are bright balls of gas. Mostly made up of hydrogen. Our Sun is the nearest star to Earth, and the source of light and heat for us humans.

But is there another term for stars?

Well, from The Lion King, stars are the great kings of the past. But you could also say it is the souls of your dead relatives. Watching over you while you sleep. Always there to guide you when needed.

Science is Boboiboy's favorite subject at school.

But being perfectly honest, at the moment, Boboiboy doesn't really believe that term. Especially since the death of Tok Aba a few months ago.

The old man died of old age, a natural and peaceful cause of death. Boboiboy was practically devastated.

He's taken a bit more time off TAPOPS when there isn't any mission to take care of the shop. Which just brought many painful and heartbreaking memories of Tok Aba.

Ochobot did come with him most of the time. But other times, he was needed to report the mission to Komander and Laksamana.

Leaving Boboiboy to take care of the shop half the time... alone.

At first, he didn't mind, he was used to doing this lots of times after school if Adu Du isn't trying to interrupt their day.

But then it grew worst. Many people, just like Boboiboy, was saddened by his death. But it seemed that all of them have quickly moved on and the shop has become extremely busy. And extremely tiring for the young Elemental Superhero.

And sadly, Boboiboy hasn't gotten a single call, message, nor letter from his parents. Even from his grandparents from his mother's side.

The burdens lay heavily on his shoulder, but he pushed through, often times using his elemental split to help him.

It was going smoothly, and Boboiboy adapted it to his daily routine... everything seems not that worrying... well... not really...

Boboiboy started failing class big time, lots of near failing missions of rescuing Powerspheras because of Boboiboy's late reactions in dodging and attacking. Which lead him, at the end of the day, to get scolded by both his teachers and Laksamana.

He didn't want to ask his friends for help as he thinks that they're already carrying too much. Besides, he can handle it. It's just a phase.

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Yes, he needs to be independent. He can handle this. This is almost nothing compared to what he faced before. Its not like he is facing the most difficult villian in the universe. And even so, he defeated the *current* villian either way. So why is he complaining?

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There's no need to bother other people for some help. Much less his friends. They're probably already stressed enough with school and the upcoming missions. Especially Yaya, Ying and Fang.

Gopal? He's probably helping his dad right now, or spending time with him. Who knows what he's up to. But Boboiboy doesn't have the heart to interrupt his best friend just for some help

It's just doing some simple tasks that he needs to maintain for the entire day, that's all. It's not too bad. He'll be fine. It's nothing he can't do it, he can handle it.

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School work done, check! Shop cleaned and closed for the night, check! House chores, check! Missions cleared, check! Ochobot well and charging, check! Studying for tomorrow's quiz, che-!

Oh, looks like he forgot something. It's already 11pm... maybe he should go to bed now. On second thought, he's already been failing his classes, he needs to catch up.

Besides, what's the harm in doing some late-night studying?

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"Hey Boboiboy, are you okay? Your face looks pale, and you have bags under your eyes." Asked Yaya concerned.

"Yaloh! If you want, you can rest after school. The rest of us can take care of the shop!" Said Ying enthusiastically.

Fang nodded to this statement as he shadow bound Gopal's mouth, which prevented him from saying anything.

Boboiboy thought about it for a second. It would be nice to get some time off work and rest for a bit.

'Biarlah dia berdikari'

Boboiboy smiled at his friends as he said, "I appreciate the offer guys, but I can handle this."

"Are you sure? We're always free you know!" Yaya said.

Boboiboy nodded, "I'm sure."

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Why am I so tired all the time? Oh wait, it's 12am right now. Should I get some sleep?

But then again, I still have exams tomorrow... I guess some late night studying won't do any harm at all...

Besides... I still need to make them proud...

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"Morning Boboi-, eh? Where did he go?" Ochobot yawned as he finished his charge. He noted how clean the room is. He went down stairs and saw a note saying:

'Left to open the Kokotiam early. Don't bother helping, I think the others need some help on a mission today.' -Boboiboy

"Not again...", Ochobot sighed. He went out to see the Kokotiam and Boboiboy.

~Time Skip~

"Boboiboy!" Ochobot called out as he flew nearer towards the Kokotiam.

Boboiboy jerked his head up, startled by the loud voice. 'Huh-?! Wha-, oh, it's just Ochobot, must've dozed off a bit.' He thought.

"Why didn't you wake me up!? I could've helped you! You know you don't have to do this alone right?" Ochobot said worriedly.

Inside, Boboiboy felt like his heart stopped beating.

For a second he felt his heart telling him to accept the help...

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On second thought...

"It's fine Ochobot, I can manage." Said Boboiboy reassuringly. And he put on a forced smile to show he was alright.

Of course, Ochobot knew that he was lying. But he also knew there was no point in trying to argue with him. Especially since he would almost always win the argument."Alright... if you say so... but remember, I can help you too whenever you need me. You don't have to do this on your own, remember that ok?" Ochobot said. "I will, don't worry about me!" Boboiboy said cheerfully.

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"Eh? Are you ok Boboiboy? You don't seem okay..." Koko Ci commented.

"I'm fine commander" Boboiboy forcefully replied.

"Are you sure? You might pass out seeing your condition right now.." Koko Ci asked.

Even if he was strict on these kids, he genuinely cared about them and their well-being. This applies for every agent under his care. And he would never, and I mean never, send an agent out on a mission if they are not okay.

"I'm sure commander, now, what mission do we have today?"

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"It's fathers day today, so I want my disciples of justice to make something for your fathers today!" Captain-, no, Mr. Papa announced.

"Wow, what are you gonna do?"

"I'm gonna make a card for my dad, how about you?"

"Ooo~, I might make my dad a painting."

"Hey Boboiboy, what will you do for your dad?" Yaya asked him. 

"Ehh, I'm not really sure to be honest... I don't think I'll make him anything this year... he doesn't really come home anyways... he's probably busy right now..." Boboiboy responded.

"Ohh yeah, didn't you say your dad is an ambassador?" Gopal clarified.

"Yeah, so he probably won't mind me not giving him a gift... Chances of him getting it if I try and send it are low." Boboiboy said.

"Ohh, alright...", Yaya said, nodding.

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"Hey Boboiboy..." Gopal gently called out.

Boboiboy quickly turned around and saw all his friends standing behind him. His eyes widened in surprise, and his friends did the same.

What was once pure hazel brown eyes, stood puffy red eyes with tears pouring from them.

"What are you guys doing here?" asked Boboiboy as he quickly wiped his tears away.

"We could ask the same for you" Fang responded as he snorted.

Fang, and the rest of the Kokotiam gang proceeded to join Boboiboy on the edge. Their leader had disappeared after today's mission. No one knew where he went, not even Ochobot. But they searched around the spaceship to find him. Until at last, they found him outside, at the edge of the spaceship, crying.

Silence enveloped the group, wrapping them in it's warm embrace.  But someone envelops another with a comforting embrace. Boboiboy was shocked, he looked behind and was shocked by who it was. 

"A-ayah!?" Boboiboy stutered. "I'm sorry I wasn't there for you before, let it out now please. I'm here for you..." Amato whispered from behind. Boboiboy just broke, his mask, his mentality, he just broke. Amato truly felt guilty, but all he could do now is comfort his son in his darkest times. To be the light in the darkness.

Mental illnesses is a burden, but having it doesn't make you a burden

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I've had this draft for wayyyy, too long okay-

Tissues anyone? *gestures to packs of tissues behind me*