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"Astounding," came a voice, accompanied by a curious expression from Doctor Campell. "I admit, I did not expect this outcome," he continued, scribbling some notes onto the pages of his leather-bound journal. "And this manifestation, this hallucination," the doctor spoke, "he can interact with you?"

[b][color=#e3dac9]"Yeah,"[/color][/b] Willow responded, leaning back in a comfortable chair offered upon entering the man's office. 

"Woah, this dude is like watching paint dry," the echo mumbled, rolling his eyes where he sat, on the doctor's desk. "What do you think would happen if you sock him in the face? Just call it one of your psychotic episodes, I'm sure he'll let it slide!" 

[b][color=#e3dac9]"..."[/color][/b] Clearing his throat, Willow reached a hand up and scratched the back of his head, a myriad of thoughts circling his mind before the boy proceeded to speak, [b][color=#e3dac9]"At least he's better than the voices."[/color][/b]

"I see," Doctor Campell nodded his head, albeit idly as the man remained in deep thought. "Where is he now, this hallucination of yours?" 

[b][color=#e3dac9]"On your desk,"[/color][/b] the mutant motioned for his doctor's workplace, where a reflection of the very same boy waved gingerly at Campell. Of course, the scientifically inclined man could not see the action take place, but it offered Willow a soft smirk all the same. 

"Fascinating," Campell noted, "what mainly interests me is the fact that he's a physical entity, for you." The doctor explained, rubbing his chin as Willow's reflection appeared on the boy's lap, his arms wrapped around his neck.  

[b][color=#e3dac9]"Y-yeah..,"[/color][/b] the mutant sighed, feeling his own weight, despite its frailty, on his frame, [b][color=#e3dac9]"I think I need to get some rest, Doctor Campell,"[/color][/b] Willow finished, his echo vanishing from the boy's lap to allow him a standing position. 

"Of course," Campell agreed, "I am sure this change has taken quite a toll on you." 

"Hah! You shoulda' seen him a few moments ago. He was [i]into[/i] it," the reflection chuckled, "or, you know, me." 

With a heavy blush, Willow spun around and started out of the office, [b][color=#e3dac9]"y-yeah, I'm real tired, see you Doctor Campell..."[/color][/b] Unable to stifle his laughter, Willow's echo followed along, viewing the doctor's curious expression before they left the man's vicinity. 

"Oh, Willow," the shade rested his hand behind his head as they walked, "I love you, buddy." 

[b][color=#e3dac9]"Right..,"[/color][/b] the boy sighed, rubbing his forehead. [b][color=#e3dac9]"I just need to get some sleep."[/color][/b]

"I'll make sure to cuddle up to you, keep my friend all warm and cozy," the echo winked, "or we could go and cause some mischief!" 

[b][color=#e3dac9]"How about we don't do that?"[/color][/b] Willow returned, looking to the other with a raised eyebrow, [b][color=#e3dac9]"Maybe we should get to know the others, or some shit,"[/color][/b] the mutant groaned, less than enthused of the idea. 

"Yeah, let's do that! These losers can't hope to make shit even more boring," the echo agreed, "so, who's first!" 

[b][color=#e3dac9]"We haven't eaten yet, either,"[/color][/b] Willow tapped his chin, stopping as he saw the cafeteria. Remembering to eat had been a hassle for the longest time, and unlike so many previous scenes, he actually found himself in the possession of an appetite. Stepping into the Horizon cafeteria, the boy was met by a vast sight surely grand enough to put even the richest of individuals in awe. Finding himself a seat, the mutant lowered himself to its soft foundation and managed a gentle breath. This was quite nice. He would be a fool to deny that.

"Alright, fatass," the echo joked, "what're you gonna' eat?" 

[b][color=#e3dac9]"There's a lot of choices, here,"[/color][/b] Willow scanned through the various options offered on the menu presented for him. 

"No shit? It's a restaurant," the creature snatched the menu from Willow, a scene which for others did not actually happen. "How about that? A burger, those always work." 

[b][color=#e3dac9]"That's true,"[/color][/b] the mutant finished, [b][color=#e3dac9]"might as well go with that."[/color][/b] He reclaimed the menu, another action which others would find quite curious, considering the empty gestures. 

"And after this, let's go out and kick some ass!" The shade prompted, shaking Willow by the shoulders. 

[b][color=#e3dac9]"I dread the day we have to..."[/color][/b]