After a long day of school, Toby and Todd are walking home together, following their usual route. Todd is trying to have a conversation with his best friend, but notices that Toby wasn't really paying much attention to him, his mind seems to be clouded with many thoughts.

"Is the red armour guy the master of the Mad Man? Does that make him my nemesis? Can I get strong enough to beat him? What should I do if he finds me?! (Toby contemplated in fear and frustration)

Todd Forager: I can't believe Mr Fred missed all his classes today, I really hope he's okay. (Todd expresses his worry, trying to see if this will get Toby's attention, but it does not)... Alright, you've been acting strange all day! Something is definitely bothering you, what is it?! (Todd asked firmly)

Toby Robinson: Huh... Oh, it's nothing. I'm just... Don't worry about it. (Toby tells him, trying to pretend everything is fine)

Todd Forager: Nope, I refuse to believe that! There's something bothering you, and as your best friend I demand to know what it is! (Todd tells him, the look in his eyes showing that he was serious)

Toby thinks about this for a bit, weighing his options. He doesn't want to tell Todd the whole truth, but wants to tell him something.

Toby Robinson: (Sighs) Fine... Todd, would you believe me if I told you, I have superpowers? (Toby nervously tells him)

Todd Forager: Superpowers? You think you have superpowers? (Todd asked, an eyebrow raised)

Toby Robinson: I can neither confirm nor deny that, but I still want to know. If I told you I have a superpower, would you believe me? (Toby asked again, waiting for Todd to answer the question)

Todd Forager: I don't really understand the point of the question. But yes, if you told me you had superpowers, I would most definitely believe you. (Todd tells him honestly, a genuine smile on his face)

Toby Robinson: Why? (Toby asks in surprise, eager to know his reason)

Todd Forager: Because you're my best friend silly, and I know you're not a liar. If one strange day you decide to tell me you have superpowers, it can only mean one of two things. It's either you hit your head and think you have superpowers, or something incredible happened to you, and you actually have powers. Whichever one happens, I will always be there to help. (Todd tells him with a reassuring smile)

Toby Robinson: (Chuckles) Thanks, Todd. (Toby tells him happily, feeling much better)

Todd Forager: Okay let's talk about this then,

if you could have any superpower, what would it be? (Todd asks, trying to have a fun conversation)

Although this is supposed to be for fun, the young dreamer sees this as an opportunity. He might be able to share his secret with Todd, without him taking it seriously.

Toby Robinson: The power to control dreams, that's the power I choose. (Toby tells him, watching closely to see his reaction)

Todd looks at his friend, actually surprised by the superpower he chose. But after a few moments of silence, Todd gives him a response.

Todd Forager: Lame! (Todd tells him bluntly)

Toby Robinson: Wait, What?! (Toby asks in shock)

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Todd Forager: I said, Lame! (Todd repeats himself)

Toby Robinson: Controlling dreams is not lame! It can actually be really cool! (Toby argued, carefully defending his superpower)

Todd Forager: Why choose the power to control dreams over something like super strength or invulnerability? It just doesn't make sense to me. (Todd explains)

Toby Robinson: Dreams exist on a different plane of existence, it's a world of endless possibilities, where the impossible can be made real. You can do anything in a dream. (Toby explains to him, now passionate about this conversation)

Todd Forager: Well, that's true. But it's all in your head right, it doesn't mean anything in the real world. (Todd tells him, still skeptical about the ability)

Toby Robinson: Dreams can be realer than you think. (Toby tells him nervously, briefly remembering the bruises inflicted on him by the corruption chains)

Todd Forager: Sure they can, Toby. Sure they can. (Todd tells him with a smile)

Toby Robinson: (Sighs) Whatever... Wanna go to, Loud Burger? (Toby suggested, not letting his troubles get the better of him anymore)

Todd Forager: You just read my mind. Maybe you really do have a superpower. (Todd tells him jokingly)

Toby Robinson: Shut up. (Toby tells him with a playful jab, the two friends heading to their next destination)

Sometime later, at the grassland domain. Toby arrives at his domain and sees all three of his dream beings, just doing their own thing.

Charming was busy training with his steel sword, while Noble was busy grazing on the green grass. And as for Browny, the massive one eyed bear is peacefully asleep on a bed of grass.

Toby Robinson: Hey guys! (Toby calls to them with a wave of his hand, and a smile on his lips)

Prince Charming: My Lord, you're back! (Charming yells, rushing over to meet up with him, getting the attention of Noble and Browny in the process)... How's your health?! (Charming eagerly asked)

Browny and Noble come over to meet them, the bear and the horse happy to see Toby in good health.

"Whinny!" (Noble sounded excitedly)

"Growl" (Browny sounded with a yawn, still a little woozy from the nap)

Toby Robinson: (Chuckles) As you can see I'm all healed up and ready for action! I'm at a hundred percent. (Toby tells them happily)

Prince Charming: Truly Impressive, My Lord! Your sorcery knows no bounds. (Charming tells him in awe)

Toby Robinson: Oh, yeah. Sorcery, I forgot that's what we're going with. (Toby thought to himself, looking around his domain, and noticing something is amiss)... Where's the dragon? (Toby asked)

Prince Charming: He, left. As soon as you were pulled from the portal. There was nothing we could do. (Charming informs him, shame in his tone of voice)

Toby Robinson: (Sighs) So you're telling me, after I went through all that trouble, risked my life, and almost got killed! Clockwork thinks he can just ditch us?! Well I don't think so! (Toby said in anger, a determined look now on his face)

Prince Charming: What do you intend to do? (Charming asks, a look of worry on his face)

Toby Robinson: I'm bringing back the dragon! (Toby tells him, stretching out a hand and preparing to use a skill)

Prince Charming: I beg you to please reconsider this decision, the strength of this dragon is something we cannot overcome. We simply aren't ready. (Charming pleaded, trying to make him see reason)

Toby turns his head to face Charming, his resolve not even a little bit shaken.

Toby Robinson: I'm ready. (Toby tells him confidently, turning away and activating a skill)... Tamed Summoning! (Toby yells, using a tamed skill to summon the dragon)

The massive body of the jade dragon appears before them in a flash of blue light, looming over them with a menacing presence.

The golden clock on its chest is now ticking at a faster rate, its eyes angrily focused on all of them. The dream beings take a couple steps back, afraid of the mighty high grade dragon.

But Toby is not afraid, he stands his ground and glares back at Clockwork, not showing him any fear.

Clockwork (The Time Dragon): How dare you bring me back here!!! (The dragon bellows in rage, its words sounding as a thunderous roar in Toby's ears, but the dream beings hear him loud and clear)

Prince Charming: There's no turning back now! Get ready everyone! (Charming yells, unsheathing his sword and preparing for battle)

Noble: But he'll kill us all. (Noble utters in fear)

Browny: No he will not! Have some faith in the kid, he's more capable than he looks. (Browny tells them, confident that Toby knows what he's doing)

Clockwork: I will reduce you to ash!!! (The time dragon roars, now gathering lightning in his powerful jaws)

Even while witnessing this incredible display of raw power, the young dreamer remains unafraid, his gaze unwavering and undaunting. Toby confidently stretches forth his hand, preparing to use another tamed skill.

Toby Robinson: You're the reason we're in this mess, so you don't get to sit this one out! (Toby tells the dragon, its attack about to be unleashed)... Tamed Holding! (Toby yells, absorbing the massive dragon into his body, making it vanish in a matter of seconds)... (Sighs) What a pain. (Toby said in annoyance)

Prince Charming: Incredible, I completely forgot you could do that, My Lord! (Charming tells him happily, still surprised by the ability)

Toby Robinson: Keeping Clockwork in check is the easy part, I'll need to get a lot stronger if I want to beat that red armour guy. Which means we'll be going on more adventures, and face all manner of dream beings. Can I count on you guys? (Toby asks them)

Browny: How long have I been by your side? Don't ask me dumb questions! (Browny growls at Toby, angered by the question, but always ready to help)

Noble: It would be an honour to fight by your side, Master! (Noble tells him happily)

Prince Charming: You can always count on us, My Lord! We're all in this together. (Charming tells him proudly)

Toby Robinson: Thanks guys, I'm happy we're doing this as a team. But as team leader, I want you guys to know we won't always be fighting for our lives. This is an incredible place, packed with fun and adventure at every corner. And I intend to enjoy every second of it. (Toby tells them with a smile, ready to face anything this world can throw at him, knowing he has all the support he could ever need)

Next: Levels Of Evolution