If only the girl named Chuck had known just how accurate her statement was. Something exciting had definitely happened while she was out. It was the most remarkable and extraordinary thing that the Pie Maker had experienced since he had brought the girl named Chuck back to life with the power he didn't ask for. The power which ruined and saved his life and the lives of others.
"Of course I missed you," he smiled, practically beaming. "Chuck." Ned looked at her, something mischievous about his countenance. "Do you trust me?" he asked her, walking up to her so they were as close as they'd come without touching.