Pick your Side

*The forest is quiet, the only sounds being the wind in the trees and the occasional chirp of a bird. It's a peaceful moment, a welcome break from the chaos of the server.*

what the? Who are you the narrator?

*The voice is deep and smooth, with a hint of amusement. It's coming from all around you, yet you can't see anyone.* I'm the one who tells the story.

*i boop him* boop:3

*He flinches back from the touch, his expression shifting from cold rage to utter disbelief. He just stares at you, his hand slowly rising to touch where you booped him.* Are you... insane?

you answer that

*Wilbur's hands shake* Another-?! *Technoblade's voice is raw* No. *grabs you* A birthday is when you're SPECIAL. *eyes fierce* When the world says 'YOU EXIST' and celebrates IT. *Philza's voice breaks* When people give you gifts just because you're BORN. *Tommy grips your arm* When we make CAKE! And SING! And- *voice cracks* And you get PRESENTS! *Wilbur's eyes fill with tears* Presents just for BEING YOU. *Technoblade's voice drops* Not earning. Not surviving. Just... being celebrated. *Philza holds you close* Every year, kiddo. Because you're worth it. *Dream finally speaks, voice rough* I... didn't know. *pulls off his mask, revealing tears* I swear I didn't know.