-No One's P.O.V

Misa: The party will be held here. My grandfather's party will be in four days and my own will be two after that. *Looks over to Gran* Grandfather. Sister Noa and her friends have arrived.

Gran: *Surprised* Oh! Cliff. Noir. And Miss Bear, Miss Shark, Mister Wolf, as well as Fina, was it? Thank you for coming for the sake of my granddaughter.

Noir: *Bows* It has been a while, Grandfather Gran.

Fina: *Stiff* Th-Th-Thank you very much for i-inviting us to such a grand event.

Yuna: *Whispers to (Y/N)* Why were the only ones he didn't call by name?

(Y/N): *Whispers back* I don't know.

Gran: *Notices Alphax* And who might you be?

Alphax: *Bows* Greetings. My name is Alphax and I'm a good friend of (Y/N) (L/N)?

Gran: Alphax? Hmm...judging by that hair color, you do remind me of that wolf creature that young (Y/N) had...

Alphax: *Chuckles* That's because I AM that wolf.

Both Gran and Misa were shocked to hear that.

Misa: Wait, what? Are you really Alphax?

Alphax: Of course I am. I got evolved a while ago. It's a long story to be honest...

Gran: I-I see. You're welcome to our party, Miss Wolf.

Cliff: *Approaches Gran* It's good to see you healthily leading the way as the family head, even at the age of fifty, Grandfather Gran.

Gran: That's because I still can't depend on my successor.

???: That's going a bit too far, Dad.

A mysterious man's voice spoke up as everyone turned to see who it was.

Misa: Father. Mother.

Leonardo: I am Misa-na's father, Leonardo. I'm so glad to meet you, Miss Bear and her friends.

Yuna: *Lowers her bear hoodie bashfully* H-Hello.

(Y/N): Nice to meet you.

Gura: *Waves enthusiastically* Hello~!

Misa's Mother: And you must be Fina. My daughter knows nothing of the world, but please get along with her.

Fina: *Stiff* Y-Yes!

Cliff: It's been a while, Botts.

Cliff says towards the Chef named Botts.

Cliff: Looks like I can look forward to the food at the party with you here.

Botts: Of course ya...you can, Lord Cliff. I've discussed things with Lord Gran and prepared a mneu that won't lose to the royal table.

Misa: Botts is our family's head chef. His cooking is very delicious.

Yuna: I see. Delicious food.

Alphax: *Giggles* I sure do hope they're tasty.

Botts: So, you must be Miss Bear, Miss Shark, and Mister Wolf...

(Y/N): *Polite* Greetings.

Botts: Thank you very much. The savior of Lord Gran and Lady Misa-na should be considered our savior, too. I'll work hard to serve you the best food I can at the party.

-The Next Day-

Morning rises once again, you were with Fina, Noir, and Misa-na as the four of you were strolling around in the marketplace. Where is Gura and Yuna, you ask? Well, they decided to stay at the Farrengram household to help out with the decorations. Alphax, on the other hand, decided to rest up within you because she spent too much until she would be called upon.

Misa: What do you think, Fina? This is the liveliest place in Sheelin.

Fina: Yes, all the people and shops make me feel like I'm in the royal capital!

Noir: Crimonia is quite a lively city as well!

Misa: *Giggles* You're so silly, Sister Noa.

(Y/N): Don't wander off too far, you three. That's what you promise to get permission to go out like this.

Misa: I'm glad you wish to accompany us, Brother (Y/N).

(Y/N): *Humble Nod* Of course, it is my duty to keep an eye on you and my friends.

Misa: *Giggles* You're so modest.

Noir: Don't worry, (Y/N)! We'll stick close to you! Hugs!

Noir then runs up and hugs you.

Fina: M-Me too! Hugs!

(Y/N): *Slightly embarrassed* Ahaha...Now, now, easy...

You noticed Misa who didn't join in, but you gently gestured her to join in the hug and she did.

You were liking this until you felt the stares from everyone and think that the wolf is attacking the girls, the girls attacking the wolf, or any other words. You let out a quiet sigh, but also feeling nervous because you might fear that there could be a misunderstanding.

You looked down and see Misa, Fina, and Noir ganging up on you with hugs and you can't help but feel the cuteness destroying you on the inside.

(Y/N): *Giggles* I'm glad we're sticking close.

-Mini Time Skip-

Not long afterward, the four of you continued your merry way down the marketplace to have some fun and try out new things.

(Y/N): *Sighs in delight* Ahh~ Those food and drinks we're really good~!

Noir:*Giggles* Do you love them, Brother (Y/N)?

(Y/N): *Grins* Fufu, yeah~!

Misa: *Smiles* It's so fun to freely visit various stores and eat so many different things.
Fina: Yes! It reminds me of our time in the royal capital!

Noir: I agree!

Misa: I've been forbidden to go outside recently, so...

(Y/N): *Raised eyebrow* Strict rules, huh? I'm sure you've handled them well, Misa.

Misa: Thank you, Brother (Y/N).

Noir: *Gets in front of you and waves her hands to get your attention* Please wait, Mister (Y/N)! A real-life example! There is a real-life example right in front of you!

(Y/N): *Monotone* Yes, yes, you are...

While Noir was busy pestering you, Fina decided to talk with Misa-na.

Fina: *Gently holds her hands* Let's go all out, then! After all, w-we're all here with you today.

Misa: Fina...*Smiles* Yes!

???: Hey, now. I smell the stench of poverty around here.

Everyone turned to the source of the young child's voice.

Noble Brat: *Mocking* Just like I thought, it's Misa-na. Why is a poor noble from the eastern district in a place like this? And...Why are you with a crazy guy dressed as a wolf? Oh! Giving your pet a walk?!

Even though you are still trying to calm things down with a smile, you are clearly triggered on the inside.

Noble Brat: *Approaches Misa-na cockily* Hey, Misa-na. Where's my thanks? I came all this way to attend old man Gran's birthday party. Shouldn't you lower your head and thank me profusely?

(Y/N): (I see. This brat is a noble as well, huh?)

Noble Brat: Hey, Misa-na. I can even attend to your party.

Brat 1: Woo! As expected of you, Lord Randle!

Brat 2: You're even kind to poverty-stricken nobles!

Misa-na then manages to hold her ground by saying...

Misa: You don't need to come.

Randle: Huh?

Misa: You don't need to come!

Randle: *Angry* Do you know your place? Your family is going to fall soon!

Misa-na flinches upon hearing that as Randle gets closer, taking advantage of the situation.

Randle: You should understand your situation and suck up to me while you still have a chance.

You had enough and decided to put your left arm out between the two.

(Y/N): *Stern* That's enough, you idiot. Taking manipulation onto other nobles is literally your lowest point.

Randle: Who the hell are you?! Do you think a weirdo dressed as a wolf gets in my way without any consequences?!

(Y/N): It's more than just a costume, brat. Besides I'm Misa's bodyguard.

Randle: *Scoffs* A bodyguard? Dressed like that? A strong guy like this is what you call a bodyguard!

You looked over to where Randle was looking until everyone saw a pale-skinned guy with red eyes.

(Y/N): *Raised eyebrow* And who is this fabulous, yet edge lord guy?

Misa: Brother (Y/N) is stronger!

Fina & Noir: Lady Misa.../Misa...

Randle: *Arrogant* That wolf is strong? Don't make me laugh!

(Y/N): Heh, is that so? I should be the one who's laughing at 'ya, kiddo.

Randle: Huh?

(Y/N): *Mocking* You're all talk, but no action for someone like you who's a brat. Imagine if you have no bodyguard or your little friends. What does that make you, huh? *Cold* You're just pathetic and a waste of potential. A weakling who can never manage to run one's life into the other by being arrogant.

Randle: *Clearly about to tear up* H-How dare you!

Randle attempts to punch you on your body, but you stand there unfazed by his punch until Randle looks up and sees a death glare coming from your face.

(Y/N): *Cold* I suggest you start walking back like the coward you are.

Randle was clearly about to shit his pants until he called out to his bodyguard while backing away.

Randle: Brad, attack him!

Brad shakes his head and says...

Brad: Please consider our surroundings, Lord Randle.

Randle looks around until he sees everyone seeing the commotion.

Randle: You better remember this! Don't think you can get away with going against me!

And just like that, Randle and his minions walked off until you let out a sigh to cool yourself before saying...

(Y/N): What a fool.

That is when Misa-na starts hugging at your left side, feeling safe with you.

(Y/N): *Pats her head to reassure Misa-na* I'm proud that you stood your ground, kid.

...

Later, the four of you arrived at a park near the river and were sitting at a bench without anyone around.

Misa: *Guilty* I'm sorry, Fina. You had to experience something like this after coming all this way...

Fina: *Reassuring* Please don't worry about it! I'm more worried about you, Lady Misa.

Noir, on the other hand, felt conflicted and powerless until she said...

Noir: I'm sorry, Misa. I couldn't do anything to help you.

Misa: Sister Noa...

Noir: It's true that Father told me not to involve myself with the Salbard family. Even so, I couldn't say anything because I was so scared. I am so upset with myself.

Misa: *Understanding* I understand your feelings, Sister Noa.

(Y/N): *Gentle* You're lucky that I came along. If I hadn't, there's going to be problems.

Noir: Mister (Y/N)...

(Y/N): *Sharply* But anyways, who are these "Salbard" family? That kid, Randle, was a noble as well?

Misa: Yes. He's from the Salbrad family, the family of the city lord of Sheelin City.

(Y/N): *Baffled* City...lord?

Fina: *Confused* Huh? But isn't the Lady Misa's...

Misa: Grandfather rules over the eastern district and the Salbard family rules over the western district...The city of Sheelin has two city lords.

(Y/N): (Two city lords, huh...?)

-Mini Time Skip-

Later, you brought back Misa-na, Fina, and Noir to the Farrengram household until you began to share your report with Gran and Cliff.

Gran: I heard what happened. It seems you met that brat from the Salbard family.

(Y/N): *Nods* Mm. Typical spoiled and bratty behavior.

Cliff: First, (Y/N), allow me to thank you for protecting the children.

Gran: I'd like to thank you as well as apologize. We have caused trouble for our guests.

(Y/N): *Waves hand* No hard feelings. She's a good friend.

Cliff: How are the children?

(Y/N): Well, the kids and Gura are currently comforting Misa. Yuna, on the other hand, doesn't seem too happy but at the same, she wants to comfort Misa about what happened.

Gran: *Guilty* It seems we've caused trouble for the children as well. I hoped the children could just have fun and leave any difficulties to the adults.

(Y/N): Misa and Noir told me that you and Salbard family were two lords of this city separately, correct?

Gran: *Nods* That's right.

A long time ago, the king before the previous king split the city in Sheelin equally between two nobles who contributed to the kingdom. Because of that, there are two city lords ruling over one city.

(Y/N): *Deadpanned* Was it really all difficult for the old king?

Cliff: :*Amused* It's just as you say.

Gran: Don't insult royalty. *Sigh* Both families got along back then, but our relationship fell apart after the head of the Salbard family changed a few years ago. They continue to use various means to cause trouble with us.

(Y/N): Like they have provoked Misa?

Gran: Even if we sent complaints, they respond that there's no interference with fights amongst children.

Cilff: That's not all. They bought off the merchant guild's guild master to obtain better economic benefits for the western district. Because of that, the economic activity of the eastern district has stalled, decreasing tax revenue.

Gran: They retorted that the merchants were free to do business wherever they wanted.

(Y/N): *Snarky* That sounds like a bad company with financial issues. *Serious* Besides, they also caused in Mileela as well.

Gran: Since the tax revenue has decreased His Majesty may dismiss our status as city lords. If that happens, the Salbard family will become the sole city lord of Sheelin. Most of the powers within the city have already taken shelter under their family.

(Y/N): It's quite awful of the situation at hand...

Cliff: That's the reason for this birthday party. It's to show the powers within the city that the Farrengram family is still standing strong and gathering allies. I'm attending to show that the Foschurose family stands by this family as well.

(Y/N): *Smiles* I'm glad you support this family as well, Cliff. But I can't deny about what you said to me and Alphax last night, it was admirable of you.

Cliff: There was no reason to hide anything, but we wanted you and the girls to enjoy the part without worrying about the intention of the adults. Well, we ended up involving all of you in the end.

(Y/N): *Nods* I see. So, what's our next move?

Gran: Well, if we feed them some delicious food, I'm sure they'll at least consider listening to what we have to say.

Cliff: Well, the quality of food offered to guests is one way to show a noble's status.

(Y/N): Food, huh? Sounds like a plan.

Gran: Botts was the sous-chef of a top-class restaurant in the royal capital. His skills would put him among the top five chefs in the capital. His cooking is a powerful weapon in itself.

(Y/N): *Mildly excited* I've heard that the food he cooks is delicious. Can't wait to try them out.

Suddenly, the door slams open, revealing to be Meishun herself.

Meishun: P-Please forgive my rudeness!

Gran: It's fine. What's wrong, Meishun?!

Meishun: The head chef...Mister Botts is severely injured!

This alarms everyone in the room.

...

Not long after, Yuna decided to use her newfound skill which is her own healing magic that is created within her image to heal up Botts's arm.

Botts: I'm very sorry. I let my guard down and caused everyone so much trouble!

Gran: Rest for now. You've been healed with magic, but the strength in your arm hasn't returned. But there isn't much time until the party!

Misa: *Concerned* Botts, please rest and make us delicious food again in the future.

Botts: *Depressed* Lady Misa-na! Lord Gran!

Botts spoke up in a depressed, yet shaky tone in his voice.

While they had a talk inside the room, Gura, Yuna, Cliff, and you were outside the room.

Yuna: Mister Gran and Misa are kind people.

Cliff: *Smiles* You, too. Thanks for using your healing magic.

(Y/N): I'm surprised you already had healing magic, Yuna.

Yuna: That's because you've been healing most of the time.

Gura: But to point out that we haven't gotten ourselves injured though...

Yuna: Fair point.

(Y/N): *Sigh* Anyways, with that damaged arm of his, will he not be able to cook for the time being?

Cliff: *Nods* Yeah.

Yuna: The culprit that attacked Mister Botts...

Cliff: We have no proof or witness. However, I'm sure it was the Salbard family. It looks like they want the party to fail and finish Grandfather Gran off for good.

Yuna: *Curious* What will happen to the party?

Cliff: There are no chefs in town as talented as Botts. Even if there were, they would have been bought off by the Salbard family.

Gura: *Worried* But we have to do something...we can't let this birthday be a letdown...!

Cliff: I know you're word, Gura. However...

Footsteps began approaching you four which was none other than Rabon and Gouges.

Rabon: Lord Cliff, we have finished preparations.

Gouges: We can leave at any time.

Cliff: I know I'm asking a lot from the two of you.

Rabon & Gouges: Yes! Leave it to us!

Both men left the area.
Cliff: I'll have them bring a replacement chef in Crimonia. They should barely make it in time if they run their horses.

Yuna: Should we go, then? You know how fast our summons are.

Cliff: Thanks, but I told you that I'm hoping the children can enjoy the party without any worries. Please stay by Noa and the girls.

Gura: I guess we can do that, right, you two?

Both you and Yuna nodded.

-Time Skip until Night-

Later at night, Yuna summons out the smaller versions of Kumayuru and Kumakyu. You also did the same with Alphax and Gura's Bloop in their smaller versions. The summoned creatures were all having fun around the children.

Noir: Ahh~ They are so cute, no matter how many times I see them or hug them!

Noir says with an adored look in her eyes as she watches Alphax and the others playing.

Misa, on the other hand, still felt down despite Kumakyu being hugged by her.

Alphax: *Notices Misa's attitude* Little Misa, are you okay?

Misa: I'm very happy to see Kumayuru, Kumakyu, Alphax, and...Bloop again. On top of that, they're so small and cute.

(A/N: FYI, Misa-na never met Bloop once since Season 1).

Misa: However, my family's problems have caused you all trouble, and Botts even got hurt...Even so, I'm still sitting here.

Gura: *Cheerful* Come on, don't be such a downer, Misa! You've still got us, remember?

Misa: Sister Gura...But...

Fina: Please don't make that face, Lady Misa. Look, you're making Yuna Sis, Gura Sis, and Big Bro (Y/N)'s little friends worried, too.

Bloop then floats over to Misa and pats her on the head to comfort her using his left fin.

Misa: Thank you, Bloop. Even though, this is the first time we have met.

Bloop gives her a smile with its sharp teeth, much to everyone smiling at the atmosphere. That is when everyone would hear the sound of knocking...

(Y/N): Who is it?

Cliff: Sorry! It's me. Can I come in?

Noir: Father?

(Y/N): Come right in.

Cliff enters and has a serious expression on his face.

Yuna: What's wrong?

Cliff: Rabon and Gouges were attacked on their way to Crimonia.

This raised alarms in the room.

Cliff: It seems like they're monitoring our movements. They were attacked by a volley of arrows right outside the city. Like Botts, they managed to survive, but they can't go anywhere for the time being.

Gura: *Empathetic* That's horrible...

Yuna: Hey, the culprit is probably...

Cliff: Highly likely, but there's no evidence. Yuna, it's embarrassing to ask after telling you I didn't need your help. *Bows* I owe Grandfather Gran a lot. Please lend me your strength.

You, Gura, and Yuna shared knowing glances at each other before making a decision.

Misa: *Fearful* Please stop!

Alphax: Little Misa, are you okay?

(Y/N): Something the matter?

Misa: Botts and Lord Cliff's bodyguards have already gotten hurt because of my family. If you three got hurt on top of that...I don't want anyone to get hurt because of us anymore!

(Y/N): Kid...

Yuna then approaches Misa and says...

Yuna: Misa, you're such a kind girl. *Pats her head to reassure her* But there's no need to worry. We're stronger than you think.

Misa: Ah...

Cliff: Yuna, about the chef, if you or anyone of you go to Crimonia...

Yuna: It's fine. I have a person in mind. I'll bring a fantastic chef over.

(Y/N): Wait just a moment.

Everyone turned to you with a confused expression.

Fina: What is it, (Y/N)?

(Y/N): As much as the three of us should go, one of us needs to stay and keep guard of the Farrenground household, while the other two need to go out there and find a Chef that Yuna suggested.

Everyone shared glances at each other before turning to you.

Cliff: I guess that's a good point. If the three of you are not around, there might be trouble.

Misa: So...who should stay...?

You, Gura, and Yuna looked at each other, deciding on who would stay in the Farrengram household until...

(Y/N): I'll stay here.

Gura: You sure, (Y/N)?

(Y/N): Alphax and I are capable of handling intruders who stand in our way.

Yuna: *Nods* I see. I guess Gura and I will venture out.

Gura: Yeah. Take care, (Y/N).

(Y/N): *Nods with a smile* Same to you both as well. Don't get hurt on the way, yeah?

Both Yuna and Gura nodded as the two girls shared hugs at you which surprised you before you returned the hug. The hug was a brief moment as Gura and Yuna left the room to head outside to find the "Chef" that Yuna suggested.

-With Yuna and Gura-

Now, we see Yuna and Gura jumping over the walls until Yuna looks around and uses her map.

Gura: Anything?

Yuna: They're hiding in the northwest. We're lucky that they're not monitoring this area. Let's set up a transfer gate where no one can see.

Gura: Let's make this quick.

Yuna nodded until she and Gura went off elsewhere to set the transfer gate.

-Time Skip-

The next day passes, and both Gawr Gura and Yuna go to the Royal Capital and take a visit to the Foschurose mansion.

Yuna: Sorry for the sudden visit, Ellalaura. We have some business with the castle. We were hoping you'd contact them for us.

Ellaluara: Oh, my. You could have just visited the castle directly.

Gura: We could, but having a private talk might be better off though.

Yuna: Also, we want to make a direct request to the king.

Ellalaura: Come to think of it, I received a letter from Cliff saying you were attending Lord Gran and Misa's birthday party...*Serious* Something must have happened.

Ellaura in a serious tone in her voice at the last part.

Gura: *Nods* Yeah, and it's not quite fun.

-Mini Time Skip-

Later, the three girls headed to the King's castle and reported about the situation, but he was accompanied by two men on his left.

King: The Salbard and Farrengram families...Goodness, Grandfather. My predecessor has created quite the headache.

???: Yes, I wish he considered the problems he'd create for future generations.

Said the young adult man with brown hair, blue eyes, and wearing a blue noble outfit.

??? 2: Even so, scruffles among the nobles are commonplace. Well, the difficult situation in Sheelin is definitely an unusual one.

Said the old man wearing green robes.

Yuna: (As expected, they knew about the issues in Sheelin).

Gura: (And who is that prince and that old man?)

King: *Realizes* Come to think of it, this is the first time you've met them. This is my prime minister, Zang.

Zang: It is nice to meet you. I would like to thank you for saving the people of the royal capital from the evil schemes of Ghoulzam.

Ernat: Nice to meet you, Miss Bear, Miss Shark. I am King Forot's heir, Enrat.

Yuna: (Heir? Does that mean he's this county's prince? In other words, Princess Flora's big brother..)
Zang: Hm? Where's your other companion? He was said to be a wolf, right?

Gura: You mean (Y/N)? He's back at Sheelin to keep an eye on things.

Ernat: It's too bad he isn't here though, I would've liked to meet him. But anyway, thank you for taking care of my father, mother, and little sister. Especially my father. He loves to push all his work onto me and runs over to you every time you visit...

Gura: *Mildly-Guilty* (Wow, he must've not liked our influence. I do feel bad though...)

King: *Clears throat* So, what is your request? I owe you, so I'd like to fulfill your request.

Ernat: Even so, we can't directly get involved in disputes amongst the nobles. It's a pity that their chef was attacked, but...

Zang: There are rumors that the Salbard family is involved in embezzlement, blackmail, and violence, but we have no proof.

King: Well, that's true.

Ellalaura: *Steps in* Everyone is mistaken. Yuna's request is...

Yuna: Can I borrow Mister Zelef?

This surprises the King, Ernat, and Zang.

King: By Zelef, do you mean that Zelef?

Gura: *Playful* The one and only chef is the royal chef~!

King: You two didn't come to complain about the Salbard family?

Yuna: Isn't dealing with the power struggles between nobles the job of the higher-ups? We just don't want the party to be canceled.

Ernant: In the end, aren't you favoring the Farrengram family?

Gura: The last thing we need is the little girl of the Farrengram family get hurt after the trouble since day one of the party's preparation, so we just don't want that to happen.

This surprises the King of the two young girls' statements.

King: *Smiles* You never really change. As king, I cannot favor one family over another on the surface. So, this will publicly be a request from the Foschurose family.

Ellalaura: Not a problem. Our family is already allied with the Farrengram family. The Salbard family won't be suspicious.

Yuna: *Confused* So, what does that mean in the end?

King: I allow it. Feel free to take Zelef to Sheeiln.

And speaking of the devil, the doors magically open, revealing to be Zelef himself.

Zelef: I overheard the situation!

Yuna: M-Mr. Zelef?

Gura: Wow, that's some entrance...

Zelef: The arms of a chef are more important than their life! I cannot forgive anyone who uses cowardly tricks to harm such arms!

Zelef says with determination until he does a step and poses.

Zelef: This is a traitorous action that stomps on the sanctity of cooking!

Yuna was stunned while Gura had an amused smirk on her face.

Zelef: As expected of the huntresses of food, Miss Yuna and Miss Gura! You understand what I'm saying!

Yuna: *Sweatdrops* (What?)

King: Well, I'll have to take a little trip to Sheelin.

Zelef: *Kneels down* Leave it to me, Your Majesty!

Yuna: *Whispers to Gura* Is this guy okay?

Gura: *Giggles and whispers back to Yuna* That's just his unique charm~

...

Not long afterward, both Yuna and Gura along with Zelef are now outside of the Royal Capital.

Yuna then summons Kumakyu and Kumayuru for the ride until Zelef spoke up.

Zelef: Amazing...To think those little bears could grow this large.

Gura: That's actually their current normal size.

Yuna: Welp, I'll have you ride Kumakyu. It's probably your first time riding a bear, but it's not scary or dangerous.

Zelef: *Approaches Kumakyu* Then, excuse me. Please take care of me, Kumakyu.

Kumakyu: *Friendly bear noises*

That is when Zelef starts rubbing on Kumakyu's fur.

Zelef: So impressively meaty...

Yuna: *Shocked face*

Gura: *Surprised face*

Zelef: The perfect ratio of hardness and resilience, yet still maintains plenty of fat.

Both Kumayuru and Kumakyu are seriously in discomfort after hearing Zelef's description.

Yuna: Uh, Mr. Zelef? Your review sounds a little weird...

Gura: It's like you're reviewing a bear in front of a bear...

Zelef: *Raises the left paw of Kumakyu* By the way, Miss Yuna.

Yuna: Y-Yes? Yeah?

Zelef: Did you know that in certain countries, bear paws are considered...

Yuna: *Interrupts* Yup! Okay! Right! Let's go!

Gura: Time's wasting!

Kumayuru & Kumakyu: *Distressed bear noises*

...