Chapter two: Missing person alert.
May 14, 2026 at 1:09 PM
“ Come with us. “
“ Who.. the hell are you..? “
“ We’re the- “
“ Shhh, we can use this to our advantage “ - A barely heard whisper.
“ Leader Albany. It’s us- your Toppat subordinates against Regenald Copperbottom. “
“ .. What? “
“ Just come with us, we’ll explain on the way. “
“ Al…right.. “ An unsure agreement, one that will be regretted.
When Charles heard the last part, he awoke abruptly- but it seems his understanding of the conversation was delayed, considering Henry.. Wasn’t there. How were they even separated?! Henry and him were holding onto each other for dear life before the crash! Plus, his headphones stayed on- What the hell?! Charles quickly stood before falling back to the ground. God damn it- He seems to have broken his right ankle.. And both of his wrists… and dislocated his left knee.. God he was beat up..
“ Henry..? “ He said horsely. How long was he asleep..? Hearing no answer to either question, he did his best to stand again, which was hard since everything hurt like hell.
“ Charles? You’re off schedule for this mission “ someone said through the static of his headphones.
“ Yes.. Hello, Charles here. “ Charles responded, his pain clearly heard in his voice. “ The last place I had sight of where I was, my coordinates were about 63°15′N 143°9′E . I have crashed my helicopter somewhere in the area and.. My partner.. “ He swallowed hard, “ Henry Stickmin is nowhere to be found. I think he’s been captured and potentially has amnesia if what I overheard is correct. I have no idea about his injuries, but I have two broken wrists, a dislocated kneecap, and a broken ankle. I require immediate assistance. I can hardly move, and god it’s cold- “ He closed his eyes, letting his body relax. Even if he was deep in snow, he just.. Couldn’t. Not right now.
“ Don’t worry Charles, I’ll let the rescue and recovery team know, but if you can, try and get under a tree at least. It’s scheduled to snow even more in that area. Should we send a ground crew or try to move you via helicopter? “
“ The ground crew is fine, “ he said, holding back tears. “ Just hurry. I don’t know how long until the Toppats find me. “
“ Of course. “ and with that, the person ended the conversation.. That wasn’t protocol, was it? Weren’t they supposed to stay on the line until the person they’re talking to is rescued- God the general will be mad at their ass. Charles couldn’t help but chuckle at that, even if it hurt to do so. Oh that poor person is going to be chewed out! He.. probably will be too, but that’s a worry for a later date.
Meanwhile with Henry..
“ So, you see sir Henry, “ Driftleaf (Codename) continued as Trottinghorse (Also a code name) practically carried the injured Henry, “ You were sent by us Toppats to find information on our current leader, Reginald Copperbottom. His takeover of power is suspicious, and his spending habits are.. Not the best. He has no right to be in charge, which is where you come in Henry. Your code name is Featherblown, but you go by Razie by the majority of our coup. Your quote unquote ‘ Real ‘ name is Razian Timshel, but you are really Henry. No last name to speak of. “ Driftleaf lied easily. Henry didn’t believe a word he was saying, but if he could get help for.. What was his name again…? It started with a c.. or maybe a s..? Whatever his boyfriend’s name was, he needed to get him help.
“ And.. you’ll send a team to look for him if I follow you.. Correct? “
“ Oh- well yes, of course. We’ll send help for your.. Husband. Yes, but first leader Henry, we need to get you safe and away from the government. “ That.. one wasn’t a lie.. So.. He’s married..??!?!?! Oh god- no wonder when he woke up that man was holding him so close! He was worried about his amnesiacHusband. Oh what was he to do!? Does he continue following these strangers who are clearly trying to mess with him, or should he rush back to his husband and wait for him to wake up!? Oh god- OhgodohgodohgodOHGODDDD-!!
“ You seem conflicted, my leader. You shouldn’t be “ Said Driftleaf almost tenderly (More on that later 0 v < ). “ We will get your husband safe and sound as soon as possible. I swear. “ He said, stopping before pressing his lips to Henry’s hand. “ There is nothing to fear. Not anymore. “ .. What?? Was this.. Normal for Toppats to kiss hands and act so jealous and protective of people they’re manipulating for god-knows-why?! As Driftleaf pulled away, he spoke again.
“ You seem confused. Let me re-introduce myself. My codename is Driftleaf, but my name is really Yuza Hizrin. I am at your service. As I always have been “ Yuza looked down at him with an adoring smile.. This is so weird- Why is he acting like this when he literally just said Henry is married to another man.
“ You’re laying it on a little thick man. “ Trottinghorse said with an eyeroll, adjusting his grip on Henry. “ I know you like him, but really? “
“ Oh shut up Oliver! “ Yuza whacked his fellow Toppat member playfully. “ Just because you don’t doesn’t mean I can’t! “
“ You like me..???? “ Henry blinked, growing more confused by the minute.
“ Ah- Well- “ Yuza looked around- not even remotely shying away from the question. “ Yes. Yes I do. And I like- no no- I love you. So much I started this coup to get rid of Reginald because he.. Made a policy that went against you. I can’t stand his face, but you were still in danger, so I stayed. “ Yuza moved closer to Henry, who honestly didn’t know what he felt or what the hell was going on. “ I fell for you when I first saw you on television. You stole the largest diamond in existence, bringing you plenty of fame. That’s when I first saw you, and I fell for you right away. I love you Henry. So much that I’m willing to kill all of the higher ups of the clan to make sure you’re safe. “
“ That’s… a lot of devotion to a guy who doesn’t remember anything “ Henry whispered, unable to keep from feeling flustered at the almost idol worship from this man. He seems to have completely forgotten that these two were trying to get him to do god-knows-what. He didn’t understand all this, but hey, it’s not like he has a choice. He kind of has to go along with all this, even if he didn’t want to.. Yuza pressed a kiss to Henry’s cheek, causing the ex-convict to flinch without knowing why and Oliver to face palm.
“ Dude. You really just did that. “ Oliver shook his head with a sigh, “ At least let us get him to a hospital or something before you try and romance him. “
“ In my defense, he is the most amazing man in existence, and no you can not tell me any different. “
“ You're a clinically insane man. Insane. “ Oliver laughed, resuming his carrying of Henry to the nearest base that he had just run off from with intel. “ It’s a wonder we’re even related. “
“ Are you.. His brother..? “ Henry couldn’t help but ask, left leg starting to drag.
“ Cousin “ The two said at the same time.
“ We were raised as if we were brothers though. You know how things work “ Yuza waved his hand, following close behind.
“ I suppose so. “ Henry nodded, “ Though, I don’t think I have any close family. Just a hunch though. “
“ Fair enough “ Oliver adjusted his grip on the amiseac, “ Not everyone got as lucky as we did. “ Meanwhile, Yuza seemed.. Bothered by this knowledge.
“ .. Do you remember who you do have..? Even remotely..? Anything about your family? “
“ .. Not really..? I think I know a Char-something, but I don’t think he’s family “ Henry shook his head, having already forgotten his ‘ relationship ‘ with the pilot. He doesn’t remember how he is supposed to be married to the injured guy who he woke up to holding him, he doesn’t remember his name, he doesn’t remember that these two people were lying to him about his past. It seems that it was far too much information to take ahold of, so his brain seems to have nulled out a good portion of it all. Oh well, it doesn’t matter.. Right?
