The Real Folk Blues

Kinsley Patterson
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The Real Folk Blues Jan 17, 2022 16:58:38 GMT

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Post by Kinsley Patterson on Jan 17, 2022 16:58:38 GMT

Maria came and told Kinsley she had to save the geeks first. Then an old Volkswagen van rode up to them and stopped. Kinsley cocked her head slightly to the side; was this thing electric or something? She was surprised to see Luke, Naomi and Kyle and they were so friendly to offer them a ride out of there. Johnny looked up to them and urged them to get in right after Ray had eagerly jumped in. Maria pulled Jozel in and Kinsley looked at Gabby and shrugged. Then, she, Gabby and Shay got in but Kellen hesitated and stopped.

"What are you doing Kelso!?" Kinsley asked from the side opening of the van. "Get in!"

"N-N-No!" Kellen answered. "If we run, we look guilty!"

"Uh newflash! We are guilty!"

"No Kinsley, you're guilty! I didn't do anything wrong!"

Gabby now poked her head out as well. "Kellen, don't be an idiot come on!" she spoke.

"NO!" Kellen yelled. "You guys went too far this time! I won't risk everything I've worked for! Not this time!"

"Guys, we REALLY have to go!" Shay interfered.

Tears started forming in Gabby's face. "Kellen!" she cried out once more, but Kellen just turned around and walked away. Kinsley pulled Gabby in as Ray shut the door. Kyle then put the vehicle in motion as Gabby just watch at Kellen from behind the window. Kinsley was starting to realize it was really crowded in the back of the van and she had to sit on Ray's lap.

"Whoa Kinsley, at least buy me dinner first!" Ray joked.

"Oh please!" Kinsley responded. "You should be happy! Like this isn't the closest you've ever gotten to touching a girl's butt!"

"She's got a point there bro!" Johnny laughed. "Try not to... uh... 'poke' her with anything alright?"

"Yo I'm driving us to the cove!" Kyle said. "Skatepark's probably the first place they'll go looking!"

"Speaking of skaters, check it out!" Shay spoke.

Kinsley looked back and saw that her brother and his skater friends were hitching a ride at the back of the van on their skateboards. Kinsley sighed and shook her head.

"Don't drive too wild willya?" Kinsley said to Kyle. "I'm in enough trouble as it already back home! Don't need to add 'killing brother' to that list as well!"

Once they arrived at the cove, Gabby got out first and ran off to the surf. Kinsley knew she was probably very upset about Kellen and what he just did and knew her friend would need some comforting.

"Yo, we'll get a fire going." Johnny said. "Anyone able to snag something from the bar?"

"Got you covered!" Shay answered as she took the bottle Claudia had bought them from her satchel.

Kinsley looked at Maria and nodded her to follow her to Gabby. Gabby just sat there, staring at the ocean.

"How could he do that to me!?" Gabby asked once she noticed Kinsley and Maria behind her. "He just... left us... left me!"

Kinsley sighed. She didn't know what had gotten into Kellen. "I don't know..." she answered. "Maybe he just... I don't know, maybe you just scared him a bit you know?"

"Scared him!? How!?"

"Well... you know... you kinda surprised us too charging Callie like that. I mean, you had like every right to but it's kinda... 'uncharacteristic' of you, y'know?"

Kinsley looked at Maria and shrugged. It was silent for a moment, then Gabby spoke again.

"How do you guys do it?" Gabby asked.

Kinsley was confused. "Do what?" she answered.

"This. That 'devil-may-care' attitude. It's like you guys are never afraid, no matter what!"

"What do you mean Gabs? We get afraid too y'know?"

"No you don't! Today was the most terrified I've been since everything began! I tried to hide it but every minute we were out there, I was terrified! I mean, one moment we're cleaning an ambulance, then the next we're helping in the hospital, then we get sent on this errand out there, then the barfight and you guys just act like it's business as usual!"

Kinsley shuffled her foot in the sand and rubbed her neck. She had no idea Gabby had been that scared all day.

"And now I'm scared I've lost Kellen!" Gabby continued.

Kinsley felt a bit ashamed. Was it their fault? Had they gone too far?

"Must be great to never be afraid." Gabby spoke. "To just... go with the flow and don't give a shit. I tried to be like you guys, but I... I just can't!"

Kinsley looked at Maria, then stared at the ground. Maybe they did have some sort of conditioning others who weren't in the forest with Claudia hadn't. She had no idea it was so obvious to others though. But Gabby was wrong about one thing though.

"I... pissed myself." Kinsley suddenly said.

"What?" Gabby asked confused.

Kinsley sighed. "That day Big Dick took over and they killed uncle Abe... The night we had to run to the forest."

"I don't get it." Gabby answered. "What are you saying?"

Kinsley hated bringing it up but maybe it would help Gabby understand. Kinsley sat down on a piece of dry driftwood next to them.

"That stretch of land from the gate to the treeline..." Kinsley continued. "They were shooting at us. I could hear the bullets whistling right next to my ears, some of them impacting in the ground next to me and even between my legs... I was so sure that any second I was going to get hit, so afraid I'd die... I remember tears running down my face as I ran, my legs getting heavier with every step I took, my breath getting more shallow. I was so certain I was going to die before I could get to the trees."

Kinsley paused for a moment. She could feel how she felt that night again, and it was difficult. She had tried her best to forget but talking about it brought tears to her eyes.

"After we had some cover we regrouped and Claudia and Jake led us further into the woods." Kinsley went on. "During the walk, after I had calmed down some I noticed my pants were wet. When I felt it my hand smelled like urine. I knew I had been so afraid that I pissed myself while I was running. And I stayed afraid the days after; cold, hungry, thinking I'd never see my parents or Allie again. I was practically catatonic during that time, that's how afraid I was."

Kinsley looked at Maria. She hadn't escaped with them that night, and Kinsley had never told Maria about it either.

"Then, after a few days, Claudia started shouting orders." Kinsley continued. "She kept us busy, got our minds off our fears, trained us. And the thing is, when you get your ass kicked on a regular basis, and someone forces you to constantly push your body over the limit, you start to realize your body and mind can take a lot of punishment and people don't die so easily. You don't die so easily. And the more you realize that... the less afraid you become."

Kinsley paused for a second, looked at Gabby and hoped she understood what she was saying.

"So... yeah..." Kinsley spoke again. "If I seem unafraid it's because I compare everything to that first night, when I was the most afraid I've ever been in my entire life. And up until now, nothing's even gotten close to that. Do I still get afraid? Of course. I mean, I was afraid for cousin Mal this afternoon, for Ziggy and the others, hell even Claudia. But nothing compares to that one night, and because of it my fear doesn't control me anymore. That's as best as I can explain it Gabs, I'm sorry."

Kinsley wiggled her feet in the sand. She looked at Maria, maybe she had something to say to Gabby as well. Her own experience from getting shot in the leg maybe. In any case, Gabby remained silent and Kinsley didn't know whether or not she was getting through to her.

Maria Ramirez
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The Real Folk Blues Jan 17, 2022 21:05:45 GMT

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Post by Maria Ramirez on Jan 17, 2022 21:05:45 GMT

It seemed as if the others were on board with hoping into Kyle's van with the exception of Kellen who decided not to go and seemingly blamed Kinley for this. "Oh fuck you!" said Maria to Kellen as Ray closed the door. They were driving to the cove and well Maria was just happy to get out of the chaos with her friends she sat on Johnny's lap who made a comment to Ray about not to 'poke' Kinsley with anything and the Mexican girl turned back to Johnny and smirked at him. "That goes for you as well." said Maria to Johnny who just smirked and lightly blushed. Once at the cove Shay and the others were trying to start a fire and Kinsley nodded at her to follow her. She had let go of Josie's hand and looked to William and Julio. "Watch her guys I'll be back." said Maria to William and Julio. Once Maria caught up to Kinsley and Gabby she listened on as Gabby explained that she was afraid of well everything that happened today, well Maria couldn't blame her today was pretty chaotic especially for someone like Gabby.

Maria listened as Gabby as she said that she tried to be more like them less afraid but that couldn't have been further for the truth and Maria listened to Kinsley as she told about the day Big Dick and his goons took over Bar Harbor. Maria still remembers that night very well as her father Marco stood with Big Dick in order to save his family. She understands why he did it but she knows people possibly won't ever forgive him even if he didn't kill anyone under Richard's command. Maria could understand in a way how Kinsley felt she was afraid as well during that time and she was back in Bar Harbor. Once Kinsley was done talking Maria looked at Gabby and lifted her right pant leg up to show her the nasty scar left by one of Big Dick's goons. "You know my dad joined up with Big Dick and his thugs to save us right? He was gunna gain his trust enough and when he had his guard down we were gunna leave on one of the boats. Well as you can see from this beauty that didn't happen at least not for my dad and my mom. Sara was the only one to get away unharmed and me I got away but I should have died." said Maria to Kinsley and Gabby.

She took a deep breath before continuing. "The thing is the bullet hurt like hell but the worst part was falling in the water and barely being able to use your leg. You start to panic and you can almost keep your head above water. It was freezing and I couldn't tell you how long I was in there at least a few hours given how the sun was coming up but just as I was about to give up and drown I was saved by Ayako who found me and brought me back to camp. I was in and out I couldn't tell you if it was real or not." said Maria to Kinsley and Gabby.

She then put on her hat and rolled down her right pant leg to cover up her scar. "They took the bullet out but I have muscle damage now I won't be able to run like I used to but I'm not letting that stop me. I get afraid to Gabby but I just think about that first night where I was alone and then nothing compares to it. Just remember we all get scared even those misfits over there." said Maria to Gabby as she nudged her head towards her friends. She looked out at the ocean for a moment before looking back at Gabby. "As for Kellen...You know the Militia is his life so don't hold it against him you know he cares about you it's just the Militia gives him a reason to do something good you know? Just talk to him next time you see him." said Maria to Gabby.

It was then footsteps could be heard behind them and Maria turned around to see that it was Kyle. "Hey guys we got the fire started. Just thought you should know." said Kyle to the girls.

Kinsley Patterson
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The Real Folk Blues Jan 19, 2022 9:19:42 GMT

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Post by Kinsley Patterson on Jan 19, 2022 9:19:42 GMT

Kinsley let Maria tell her story as well. Unlike herself, Maria had actually gotten shot and had been at the brink of death. Kinsley remembered taking care of her back in the forest camp; the first couple of days Maria was under constant watch just in case she wouldn't make it and would turn. And Kinsley had actually feared for her friend's life back then. It was no less than sheer will that Maria had survived. But like herself, it had caused Maria to be less afraid of things as well. Kyle came saying that the fire was ready but Kinsley wasn't quite done yet.

"Gabby, the world ended but our lives didn't." Kinsley spoke after Maria was done and Kyle went back. "And in ways, there's less to be afraid of now than there ever was back when things were normal y'know?"

Gabby looked at Kinsley as if she was crazy. Kinsley just smiled lightly.

"Think about it." Kinsley continued. "We're too preoccupied with surviving to deal with teen angst! Also, we don't have to worry about studying and graduating high school! There won't be any SAT's, we don't have to worry about going to college or finding a job, paying off our student loans until we're retired!"

Kinsley got up from the piece of driftwood and wiped what little tears she had from her eyes.

"Everything's pretty much arranged already for us!" Kinsley said. "And you just now... at some point... we're all gonna get laid! Because let's face it, there's going to be a need to repopulate!"

Kinsley grinned at Gabby and Maria. Gabby chuckled and Kinsley was happy to see she was lighting up.

"Ugh... wish you wouldn't make such a good point." Gabby spoke.

"It's gonna be alright Gabs." Kinsley answered. "We're gonna be alright. We've got a good thing going here, I mean just look, we're chillin' with our friends on the beach! And we'll fuck up everyone who tries to take that from us y'know!?"

Kinsley went over to Gabby and hugged her. She gestured at Maria to join in.

"And don't worry about Kelso!" Kinsley said. "He'll come around. And if he doesn't we'll kick his ass until he does!"

Maria Ramirez
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The Real Folk Blues Jan 22, 2022 4:39:12 GMT

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Post by Maria Ramirez on Jan 22, 2022 4:39:12 GMT

Maria turned to Kyle and gave him a nod when he said they got the fire going. "One minute dude." said Maria to Kyle casually. After he left Maria listened to Kinsley as she was explaining to Gabby that they pretty much had it made at this point and she had to agree with her. No more SAT, college, yeah life was sitting pretty for the teens of Bar Harbor. When Kinsley hugged Gabby she joined in and wrapped her arms around them. When mentioning Kelso and the possible ass kicking Maria laughed and shook her head lightly. "See Kinsley that's why I think you would be an amazing leader. Kicking in some teeth and then asking questions later." said Maria with a smile to Kinsley. It was then she turned her head as she heard Johnny. "Yo come on guys! Ray here is dying to cuddle with Kinsley!" said Johnny to the trio. Ray hit Johnny in the arm. "Dude!" said Ray to Johnny who just smirked. Maria then let go of Kinsley and Gabby as she started to walk towards the rest of their friends. She sat by the fire in between Johnny and Josie. She rested her head on Johnny's shoulder while Josie did the same to Maria who just looked at the girl and put her arm around her. It was then Ray looked at the trio.

"So I gotta ask like the three of you a thing?" asked Ray to the trio. Some small laughter could be heard among the group and Maria just looked at Ray and smirked. "At least I'm getting the best of both worlds that's more than you'll get." said Maria with a smirk to Ray. A few ohs could be heard in the group follow by laughter. Now Maria wasn't gay might be curious during a drunken night possibly but she knew she always had a thing for guys and Josie was adorable and had a great butt for a short girl Maria would give her that but she never gave much thought about dating a girl. Ray was clearly embarrassed and he tried to play it off. "Jeez man that's uncalled for I was just asking." said Ray softly. Kyle then went over to his van and started going through his CD collection and found some tunes. "Alright misfits lets chill." said Kyle as he popped in the CD.

The music played and Naomi got up beginning to dance to the music. "Come on boys and girls don't leave me hanging!" said Naomi to the group. Soon Ray joined in with her and then Luke and Kyle began to dance.

Johnny was nodding his head to the music and looked at Maria and Josie. "Care to dance?" asked Johnny to Maria who smirked and took Johnny's hand. They got up and as they did Maria took Josie's hand. This was certainly one of the best nights in Maria's life.

Kinsley Patterson
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The Real Folk Blues Jan 27, 2022 13:03:21 GMT

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Post by Kinsley Patterson on Jan 27, 2022 13:03:21 GMT

With Gabby being somewhat reassured, they could finally get back to the business at hand. Maria mentioned Kinsley would be an amazing leader but Kinsley didn't quite believe that herself. She couldn't be like Mallory or Claudia, could she? Maybe if they'd put her in charge she'd end up like Troy, who in his first night of being in charge, could already go and explain to Mallory why a barfight broke out and the MP's had to raid the place. But then again, he was the leader of the bikers for a reason so it might just have been bad luck tonight. Johnny then yelled that Ray was dying to cuddle with her which just made her smile and roll her eyes.

"Right, guess we know why they went and fought with Adrian and the others?" Gabby spoke. "Johnny totally cunt-blocked you because of Ray!"

"What!?" Kinsley answered. "And what the fuck is a cunt-block!?"

"For a man it's cock-block, for a woman it's cunt-block! Geez Kinz, you're not that dense are you!?"

"How did he cunt-block me then!?"

"Like you and Adrian weren't totally eye-fucking eachother back there!"

"Were not! It's just that he's been making the effort to get along with us and all... And he's been super nice since last summer..."

"An effort to get in your pants maybe! Or in your good graces because you're Mallory's cousin... You can't trust a guy like him!"

"Ugh, again with this island rivalry bullshit! I guess I'm too much of a mainlander to understand it! I'ma sit with Shay now okay? Just in case you island girls decide to start a feud with us mainland girls!"

Like Kinsley, Shay came from the mainland. Kinsley knew of this age-old feud between the rich islanders, and the middle-class/poor islanders. She had hoped they'd let go of that now that the world had ended, and it seemed they did after they all partied together the previous summer, and although everything seemed mostly cool between them; tonight the flame of the old feud probably got lit again.

Kinsley went and sat down next to Shay, taking the bottle of moonshine they had gotten from Claudia and taking a big swig from it. It burned her throat a bit, and Kinsley coughed but she needed to get a buzz going. Maria seemed to get real comfy with Johnny and Kinsley was real happy for her. Ray asked if they were a thing with Josie and Maria answered playfully that she got the best of both worlds. Kinsley herself figured she could never ever be drunk enough to have 'clam chowder' instead of 'sausage'.

When Ray started dancing with Naomi Kinsley figured she'd be off the hook when it came to cuddling with Ray. Kinsley just stayed seated along with Shay though, and passed the bottle back to her after she took another big swig. A bit further, her brother Bryan and his skater friends were wrestling eachother in the sand. Although Bryan had been with her in the forest for a year, he seemed to have better adjusted back to 'normal'. Kinsley found herself sleeping on the floor regularly because her bed felt too soft at times.

But tonight though, it felt like everything was in place. Although there was the realization that they had made quite a mess. Still, Kinsley didn't feel right about one thing though.

"Guys, we should totally go clean up the arcade tomorrow morning." Kinsley said. "We kinda started the whole thing and we totally ditched on Ziggy. We can't leave her hanging like this, not after everything she's done for us."

"Yeah, no worries." Shay answered. "She'll be out all day tomorrow. We can clean up while she's away, surprise her when she comes back."

"She'll be out? Any idea where she's going?"

"No idea but Gramps said they'd reserved one of the reinforced speedboats for them tomorrow."

Shay was the quartermaster's granddaughter so she'd know for sure. Kinsley figured Ziggy and the others were probably going out to find their attackers from today. But if they were going to clean up the arcade, they couldn't go home and risk getting grounded.

"So you guys got any blankets in the van?" Kinsley asked. "Best we spend the night here if we don't wanna get grounded before we can go clean up the arcade. I'm guessing by now they figured out we're the ones who started everything."

"FUCK YEAH!" Ray answered. "EXES AND OHS! TIC TAC TOE! FUCK YOU CALLIE!"

Kinsley chuckled. Well, at least it seemed things would work out. She then let herself fall on her back and stared at the stars above. It was a great night indeed.

Maria Ramirez
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The Real Folk Blues Jan 30, 2022 0:59:52 GMT

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Post by Maria Ramirez on Jan 30, 2022 0:59:52 GMT

Maria just smiled and watched as Kinsley and Gabby bickered with one another of rich, pretty boy Adrian and his intentions. She listened as they talked about a "rivalry" between the island girls and the mainland girls but she knew they were just kidding around and all was good. But she did know of the old feud between the rich and poor islanders it was pretty common knowledge if you grew up in Bar Harbor. She then danced with Johnny and Josie enjoying her night until she heard Kinsley spoke up saying that they needed to go back and clean the arcade after what had happened tonight. Hearing that Ziggy would be out on a boat for the day she figured it would be a nice surprise when she got home. "It would be a nice surprise that's for sure." said Maria to her friends. When asked if they had blankets Kyle nodded and went back to his van with Naomi and Ray. Soon the trio came back with blankets but unfortunately not enough for everyone. "So...Yeah not enough sadly so people are just gunna cuddle up." said Kyle to the group.

Kyle tossed Maria a blanket and she tried her best to wrap herself, Johnny and Josie but it wasn't enough. Johnny just chuckled and shook his head. "It's cool body heat works best anyway." said Johnny with a smirk to Maria. The three of them cuddle and Maria let out a chuckle as Josie was trying to be the big spoon. She just shook her head lightly and wrapped her arms around Johnny. Naomi and Luke locked eyes with each other both smiling at one another.

They then cuddled up with each other and as they did Kyle looked around and saw Juilo and William near each other. He then looked to Ray who kept nudging his head towards Will and Julio. "Come on bro!" said Ray in a hushed tone to Kyle who just smirked and chuckled. "You owe me." said Kyle as he took his blanket over to William and Julio. "Okay boys just remember no homo." said Kyle to William and Julio who let out a heavy sigh. Ray walked over to Kinsley and Shay. He was nervous but trying to play it off like he wasn't.

He then took his hat off letting out a light chuckle. "So you guys wanna share?" asked Ray to Kinsley and Shay.

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The Real Folk Blues Jan 30, 2022 15:26:30 GMT

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Post by Kinsley Patterson on Jan 30, 2022 15:26:30 GMT

Kinsley was happy to hear the others were ready to help her clean up the arcade. When Kyle started distributing blankets it seemed they had a bit of a scheme going on and she'd end up with Ray, who offered to sit with her and Shay.

"Not off the hook just yet." Kinsley thought to herself. Before she could answer Ray that he was welcome to however, Gabby came from behind him, grabbed the blanket from his hands and sat between Kinsley and Shay.

"Cool, thanks Ray!" Gabby said completely oblivious as she divided the blanket between herself, Kinsley and Shay. Kinsley locked eyes with Shay, and then they both looked at Ray trying to hold in their laughter.

"Gabs..." Kinsley said.

"What?" Gabby answered, still completely unaware.

"I think Ray might be cold too..."

"Oh, sorry Ray! But maybe you should dress warmer... I mean you guys always dress like it's summer..."

"Gabby!"

Kinsley shook her head then stood up. "Sit down Ray!" she said.

"Oh no, you go on ahead I'll be..."

"Goddammit I said sit down!"

Kinsley pushed Ray down by the shoulder onto the log and once he sat down, she sat on his lap and pulled the blanket around them. She wasn't nearly drunk enough to want to make out with him, although she hadn't been kissed since before the outbreak. And that was on a birthday party playing Seven Minutes in Heaven.

Some time went by, Josie had fallen asleep and William and Julio seemed to be nodding off as well. Kinsley stared at the fire for a long time. There was something she had been wondering and wanted to bring up ever since returning to Bar Harbor after the outbreak, but never seemed to find a good time for it. Now was a good time as any though.

"You guys... what do you think happened to... Gwendy?" Kinsley asked.

"Oh shit..." Ray answered. "Gwendy Wright... fuck..."

"Let's not go there..." Kyle said.

Kinsley knew it was a sore subject, but she wasn't going to be brushed off that easily.

"It's just that... she was my friend too." Kinsley spoke. "Before she..."

"Before she killed two people and left a baby parentless?" Gabby answered. "Before she went into a standoff with the police and shot your uncle? It's a miracle they caught her alive!"

"It wasn't just that simple Gabby. She was sick and lost everything! And uncle Abe wasn't injured, he had his vest on!"

"No Kins, it is that easy! Look, you didn't live here. You got to go back to Portland after your vacations! We had to live with the aftermath here! Gwendy Wright was a psychotic murderer and I hope they killed her before they abandoned whatever loony bin she was in!"

Overhearing the conversation about Gwendy, and hearing Gabby speak about Gwendy in a certain way made Johnny angry. Gwendy had been one of Johnny's misfit friends in the past and he couldn't take it anymore.

"Hey, fuck you Gabby!" Johnny spoke. "Gwendy had everything taken from her! The system fucked her over like you wouldn't believe! Yeah, people died but maybe if she had gotten the proper care, and they had left her with at least something for the future she wouldn't have done what she did!"

"Look, I am real sorry about the fact that her dad committed suicide!" Gabby answered. "And that they came and took her to an orphanage, I was there for fuck's sake! But her dad had debts, and yeah they had to sell their house to pay them off. And it left her with nothing. But it wasn't that young couple's fault! She had no reason to plain old murder them!"

Kinsley suddenly regretted bringing up Gwendy, but somehow in a weird, twisted way, and keeping all the factors in account she could understand why Gwendy did what she did. The system was ruthless once you were in it and faulty as all hell.

"Gwendy was a paranoid schizophrenic." Kinsley spoke. "She thought the couple were intruders in her house. Add to that the fact she was left with nothing, and her whole life was turned upside down the moment her dad died. We all know the system was fucked up for orphans. If it had happened to me I'd be feeling pretty angry towards the world as well, and to the people who got to buy my house for next to nothing, while my pockets remained empty and never getting to have a say in the matter."

"Fuck yeah, thank you Kinsley!" Johnny answered. "At least someone understands!"

Gabby shook her head. "I can't believe what I'm hearing!" she spoke. "Are you guys seriously justifying murder!?"

"We're not Gabs!" Kinsley said. "What Johnny and I are saying is that it might not have been Gwendy's fault. Yeah, she killed those people but that wouldn't have happened if they had given her a real home instead of dumping her in an orphanage. And if she had gotten the proper care they might've diagnosed her with paranoid schizophrenia before she did what she did."

"They didn't even bother trying to make her understand!" Johnny said. "It was just like 'hey your shit's sold but there's no money for you, real sorry! So we pretty much fucked you for the rest of your life and don't even think about having a future!' And I tried visiting her in that orphanage in Portland, I never even got through the door! And in the rare times she was allowed to come to the phone she did nothing but cry!"

Gabby sighed and crossed her arms, shaking her head. Kinsley could see her friend was getting sad.

"I know Johnny..." Gabby said. "I was there when CPS came to take her away. I cried with her, I held onto her as long as I could before the deputies pulled us apart. But what she did... I can't forgive her for that. It's just easier to be mad at her."

"Yeah well it's a good thing the world ended." Johnny answered. "At least Gwendy showed the world one last time the government fucked the little people! She was a good person and they turned her into a killer!"

It was quiet for a moment. "She was a nice girl though, wasn't she?" Ray then suddenly said. "Always appeared to me like she didn't have a bad bone in her body... Kinda makes you think how ugly the world would have been to turn her into the person she became. And how ugly some diseases can be. I hope she didn't suffer."

"What makes you think she's dead?" Johnny asked.

"Bro... they definitely killed her. Like they did with everyone who was in for murder all over the country."

"The fuck?"

"It was like this government plan right? In case society would collapse they'd start with killing everyone who was on death row or who was convicted of murder or to be convicted of murder. Then, they'd set everyone free who was pretty much in for anything else."

"Bullshit!"

"Nah man it's true! Prisoners who killed someone got whacked themselves, prisoners who didn't were set free."

"What!? What about paedophiles, rapists and shit?"

"I don't know man! Like cut their dicks off before setting them free? Although it seems more likely they'd just let them go."

"You're full of shit! I think they just let them rot in prison!"

"No man, I'm serious! I'd say look it up but y'know, no more internet!"

Kinsley looked at Ray and raised her eyebrows at him. For some reason she hoped Ray would be right about the murderers being killed. Although part of her hoped that hadn't happened to Gwendy. Although her staying locked up in that asylum and starving to death seemed a more gruesome fate.

"Anyway enough of that dark shit!" Kyle then spoke. "It's not relevant anymore! We should think about crashing though if we wanna go clean up Ziggy's joint tomorrow!"

"Yeah, you're right." Kinsley said. "There's no point. I just wondered is all. We should go catch some winks. I'll go find some more wood for the fire first though."

Kinsley then stood up from Ray's lap and went to the treeline and started to collect firewood. She was getting tired and by the time she came back with the wood the others had gotten everything ready for bed. She put some more wood on the campfire before laying down on the blanket. She just hoped if people were going to do the naughty tonight they'd have the decency to do it in the van.

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