It's a beautiful Monday morning!
Birds are singing.
Flowers are blooming
Days like these, people like you….
were getting grilled by their best friend.
"For the love of -! YOUR POURING MUSTARD INTO THE KETCHUP DISPENSER!" Stacy yelled at your recent screwup today. She's been on your tail for the past hour since you clocked in this morning. And bombarding you with questions about your date.
For starters, she yelled at you for not texting her that you made it home on your "date" with Blue. And making her worry that you died in some ditch somewhere. Then not telling her you went on a second "date" and ended meeting his brother. But in your defense, it didn't count as a date. Not until Blue asks you out for an actual date.
"This is how you treat me when I come on my ONLY day off to help you pick up some of the slack!?" You spoke in a theatrical tone while squinting your eyes and shaking your head from the disrespect. Only adding the cherry on top with a soft "How dare you"
You reluctantly agreed to work the opening shift. Under one condition, and that was for free food. It was a small price to pay, and you knew Stacy would give in to your demands. Mainly because she was asking you to get there an hour before the restaurant opens to help prep everything for the staff. Stacy normally had to do it but was running behind on her own work. Checking over inventory and making orders takes a big chunk of her time. And knowing Stacy, this shift was probably also an excuse to get you to spill the juicy details about the date. (And you were right!)
Stacy's eyes widened as her mouth tightened into a frown before she took in a deep breath.
"Yes but you're screwing up! KETCHUP SHOULD POUR KETCHUP!"
"Oh well, maybe ketchup wants to come out to people as mustard! Whose to deny ketchup changing their identity!" You defended your ketchup at hand. Stacy looked as if she was done with you. You pour the mustard back into the giant container as you feel your friends stare burning you as you do it.
"Fine, but stop half-assing everything! Your starting to make me regret calling you"
It was very unlike you to make mistakes. And you had a good reason. You didn't want to admit it, but you were focused on a certain guy. Or should you say, two guys?
Blue has been texting you since you woke up this morning. Texting you about his morning jog, and sending you pictures of the beautiful fauna and flora. And asking you questions. Just genuinely curious about your day. Not only that but Papys got ahold of your number and keeps sending you puns (Blue probably gave him your number).
It was a nice surprise and the puns left you in stitches. And was probably the reason why you were so negligent.
You hide your phone in your back pocket. And avoiding your friends intense stare.
"I'm sorry-"
"Sheesh, this guy must be something else if you're this distracted. Which reminds me, what are you planning to do with him?"
You looked at her a bit unsure.
"I agreed to go on a few dates with him. I dunno, i'm not sure how to turn him down- Hey, don't look at me like that!"
Her friend was moving her fingers, pretending to play the smallest violin. Her face was in a frown as her eyes screamed daggers.
"So sad someone took an interest in you. What's the point of trying to move on if you keep pushing decent guys away!" Stacy irked at your statement. "I would kill for some guy to give me attention"
Stacy had the worst luck with men. She envied how you could get the attention of men. While she was barely noticed. And you felt bad about it. But you know Stacy was a workaholic and took pride in her work. And not to mention she was taller than most men that came into the store. It was a pity none of the guys would ask her out, she was fun to talk to. You saw her as a greek goddess with her eyes of wisdom but fierce to protect her coworkers.
A few waitresses were starting to clock in. This was one conversation you didn't want to get into this early. Especially with the other women listening in on it. It did give you a good idea.
"Well, why not date a monster. They are cool and sweet" you continue to wipe down the tables. And adjusting the flowers on the tables.
"Yea, that's the problem! I'm into bad boys! Show me a strong and loyal type. I want someone who can protect me, not the other way around!" She huffed as her eyes looked afar. "Show me a monster like that and I'll soulbond with them now!"
You masked your fear. Completely taken in by surprise by her proclamation. Soulbonding was a very serious thing. It was a more advanced version of getting married. Bonding your soul with someone was for life. Both parties had to be completely clear of the doubt for it to happen. If the partner wasn't sure, it was a painful process to go through. There are rare cases where a human and a monster soul bond. The result was the monster would live its remaining life with the human and vice versa. You never knew your friend was so serious about looking for someone. Usually, it never bothered her or she would just shrug. Guess it was a facade to hide the hurt.
"Stacy, your right Let's just finish getting ready for the morning rush and we'll talk later." You looked at her as she calmly agreed.
Everyone went back to finishing their duties as the bell signaled customers were coming in. You made your way to the kitchen and Stacy went to the office to finish her paperwork.
You focused on cleaning for most of the morning. Helping the staff fold napkins or sweep the kitchen. The cooks there were doing their daily routine. Always checking if they had enough ingredients for people and monsters. It's easier now that they hired Vulkin. An amazing chef with the heart of gold. Vulkin was a lovely lava monster who makes monster food with her magic. They always wear a smile on their face. They were kind enough to show the chefs how to make monster food. You heard stories from the chef on Vulkins first week there. Vulkin would try hugging people if she saw them look sad. And even try to heal them with their lava. The waiters say it took the whole staff to remind them that humans can't handle lava too well. Right now Vulkin was placing a burger on a plate.
At least you weren't in any danger if you were sulking around. Stacy's statement hit home and left you feeling a bit defeated.
You could understand what was going through their head. Your friend didn't get it. This isn't the same as a simple breakup. You can't move on after a couple of months. Sans was a big part of your past. A bigger influence on your personality and taste in jokes. Not to mention the first time you met lead to your first kiss. A giant rabbit hole of firsts from there. The idea of moving on is nice but it felt like ripping a part of yourself in the process. But that didn't mean that you weren't open to seeing someone else. The problem wasn't dating people. The problem was just you. You're not sure being you is enough for someone at the moment.
You felt your phone vibrate. You pull it out to see a message from Papy.
Papy
What's a good place to eat? Hankering for something sweet.
You
Hmm, how about Wild thyme Gourmet? They have a heavenly honey french toast. And I'm working there for a few hours. Are you down for free food?
Papy
It sounds like a good thyme. Send me directions and we'll be there in a few.
You send him the address.
It's not hard to find. Especially with a broken clock as a signpost. It was impossible to miss. You couldn't wait to tell him the story the staff told you about the idea behind it. You feel your smile return. Right now, you need to forget your feelings and concentrate on people. You placed a sticky note on the office door. Just letting her know that you would be taking your break and eating with a friend. It wasn't long before you saw familiar faces. Two pairs of eye lights caught your attention.
"MILADY! I DIDN'T KNOW YOU WORKED HERE!" Blue and Papy were dressed in casual clothing. Blue looked like he was still in his workout clothes. He had on a light blue tank top. The word MAGNIFICENT was written in sharpie and with white shorts to match. You expected his grey running shoes to light it up for some reason. Papy, on the other hand, was in the same attire you last saw him.
You immediately felt a bit self-conscious. You quickly tucked the flyaways and made your way to them.
"Yes, only if they call me if they need an extra set of hands. Where would you like to sit? Table or booth?"
"Booth is fine" Papy pointed at one by the back.
You guys make your way there. The brother sat across from each other. You passed out the menus and help up your notepad waiting for their order. The boys scanned over the menu.
"A latte expresso, hold the depresso please, a bottle of honey. Also that french toast you were talking about. Thanks" papy quipped.
You could hardly hold back your chuckle.
"Any cream with that sir?"
"Nope, Serif want anything?"
"UHHH LESS PUNS! ALSO, APPLE JUICE AND A BREAKFAST QUICHE SOUNDS GOOD"
You jot down their orders and write your own. And with a nod, you pick up their menus and make your way back to the kitchen. You leave your orders with Vulkin. You make sure to ask one of the servers that you were going to be on your break. You head back to the bros with their drinks.
"I'll be taking my break with you if that's ok. So what have you been up to on this fine day" You sit next to Blue and take a sip of your water?
"JUST DOING MY MORNING ROUTINE. AND WAKING UP PERCY HERE FOR HIS APPOINTMENT WITH HIS EDITOR" Blue points to Papy. The younger brother was dozing off on the table.
"Wait, he's a writer?"
Sans beams at your question and nods vigorously. His eyes forming giant stars as he gushed over his brother's passion to write. Telling you that it was the best! He passed you a manuscript for you to read. Asking if you could read the first chapter and see if it caught your attention.
You look up to see Percy was paying attention, as he pretended to snooze. You could see a small tint of orange around his cheekbones. Either he was shy to see you read it or just unsure what to say. You take it, and you begin to read the chapter.
To start off, this was one of the best thriller mysteries you've come across. You've done your fair share of reading. Or at least read fanfics to know this was amazing. You didn't stop after the first chapter.
It swirled around a skeleton detective striving to uncover the disappearance of monsters in a small section of the underground. His only leads are dust. The monsters who lived near the site witnessed a shadow that took them. Was the dust, victim or killer, and was it murder or justice?
You were halfway done when you see the waiter making his way to your booth with your food. The server was the new guy Evan. Nice guy but a bit of a clutz. You had to jerk your hands under the table before Evan could spill water over the manuscript in your hands. It sadly landed all over your clothes. Evan quickly apologizes as he runs back with napkins. Blue comes to your aid and was trying to dry you off. You silently thank him and yourself for not wearing white today. You look at Percy.
"Don't worry the script is safe, and I love it! This is flipping amazing! I love how you use the concept of reliving the same days " you carefully pull out the paperback and pass it back to him. You noticed Percy eye lights dart away from you. His cheeks were glowing a darker hue of orange, you could softly hear him murmur thanks.
After you were decently dry. You all began to dig into your respective breakfast. It was entertaining to watch their reactions to the food. Blues face was cute as he sang his admiration for the food. While Percy gave a sigh of content. Both digging more into. You couldn't help but like seeing Blue smile.
"Good right? If you like that Blue then please try my skillet" you offer by placing some on your fork and handing it to him.
Blue probably thinking it was an invitation and didn't hesitate to take a bite. It took you by surprise. His smile widens as he chews it up.
"WOWZERS! PLEASE HAVE SOME OF MINE TOO!" Blue following your example and offering you to take a bite. You hesitate a bit but think less of it. (He's only trying to be nice, it's better that you try not to think too much).
It was fun spending time with them. You turn to the clock on the wall. You were over your break by a bit. You got up and thanked them for coming as you walked back. Not without letting them know she got the bill and not to worry. When you look around you see Stacy coming your way. Either she's done with her stuff or introduce herself to Blue. You could already imagine Stacy asking them a series of questions.
You walked over to meet Stacy halfway.
"Before you go interrogate them, please let me prepare them" the tone of your voice pitched higher as you pleaded. You love your friend but you didn't want her to meet them yet. You were dreading to hear what she will think when Blue spills the beans on what happened on your night with him. You could only imagine all the teasing she will put you through.
Stacy stops and looks at you a bit. A smile spreads over her face and shakes her head signaling you to say no more.
"I clocked you out already. Go and spend time with him. And you better tell me the details, ok" Stacy puts a note into your breast pocket." here's a souvenir from our nosy coworkers "
What a surprising turn of events. You weren't gonna complain about your friend's change of heart. You make your way back. When you arrive at the booth, you only see Blue waiting for you.
"PERCY LEFT FOR HIS EDITOR. BUT I WANTED TO SEE IF YOU WERE FREE AFTER WORK" Blue asked, giving you a warm smile.
"Mr. Blue, are you asking me on a date..?" You joked as you knew that he was hinting about it before in the morning. His eyes looked a bit surprised but he cleared his throat.
"I WILL HAVE TO CHECK THE STEPS!" Blue pulls out a notepad from his pockets to see a notepad with written steps on dating. It was cute to watch as he scanned over each thing.
This reminded you of a similar skeleton who had a dating manual. So it must be a skeleton thing after all. You try to imagine pressing [c] as papyrus told you to do whenever Sans tried to ask you on a date. Strangely enough, you are able to see dating radars and a couple of other things. It was a surprise but the guys explained it was from magic. Right now, you see Blue nervous meter was off the charts. He was peering at the scribbly writing and nodded.
"Well, I'm free now. Just let me grab my things" you ask as you walk to the back room.
It was a small room where everyone had a tiny locker. Yours was the closest to the door. This was probably a good time to change from your uniform. You traded your work clothes for your casual ones. Putting on your black-t and jeans on and tossing the wet clothes into a bag to wash later. If you were on your first date would it be better that they changed to something else? You walk to see Blue by the exit. Blue was had changed into his
"Y/n WOULD YOU ALLOW ME TO TAKE YOU ON A DATE?"
"Yes"
"EXCELLENT! LET'S BE ON OUR WAY TO OUR AMAZING DATE!"
Blue led you to the car. When you both sit down, blue passes you his phone again.
"WILL YOU DO THE HONORS?"
Such a sweet skeleton but a bad choice as always. His smile in anticipation left you a bit nervous. There's one song that came to your mind and you couldn't help but chuckle by the idea. You search up Mr. Bluesky. Perfect for an energetic skeleton-like him. You laugh to hold back your laughter as Blue nods to the music. You gotta love the orchestra for this
Sun is shinin' in the sky
There ain't a cloud in sight
It's stopped rainin' everybody's in the play
And don't you know
It's a beautiful new day, hey hey
Runnin' down the avenue
See how the sun shines brightly in the city
On the streets where once was a pity
You begin to sing the chorus.
"Mr. Blue Sky is living here today, hey hey
Mr. Blue Sky, please tell us why
You had to hide away for so long (so long)
Where did we go wrong?
Mr. Blue Sky, please tell us why
You had to hide away for so long (so long)
Where did we go wrong"
You pouted as you looked at him. Blue was chuckling at your silliness. Soon the song ended and you passed it to him. He played another but it surprised you by the upbeat jazz. It hit you with a wave of nostalgia of better times. Times where your family would spend the holidays or the peaceful times you would gaze at stars.
"Wow this is pretty nice"
"YEA, IT'S ONE OF MY BROTHERS FAVORITE" Blue face reflected fondly of his brother. It made you happy to see a glimpse of his caring side for his brother.
"Wow, you must be proud to see your brother trying to publish a book then," you ask honestly.
"Yep, he had an overactive imagination when we were younger. He made me the hero of each story. Having to fight off evil and saving the day. I joined the royal guard because of him. Saving him was first priority-" Blue spoke softly, paused as his face changed to upset. He looked lost in thought. It took him a moment to regain his surroundings.
" Papy still sees me as his hero. His writing has shifted over time. I just hope there's a happy ending this time" he sighs.
That was odd? why wouldn't there be a happy ending? Percy seemed to like fun and jokes. You honestly wasn't sure what to think. Before you knew it you were already parked.
Blue runs to open your door as he pulls his arm out for you to grab on to. You grab on with ease as he leads you into a stone building. You look around at all the beautiful flowers. It was the botanical gardens. Blue started paying the lady the costs. The lady pointed to a glass door with pictures of flowers. Blue waved and went through a different exit. You were face to face with beautiful flowers in a garden.
"THIS PLACE REMINDED ME OF YOU. A BOTANICAL GARDEN. WITH FLOWERS AS PRETTY AS YOU MILADY" He exclaimed proudly.
You couldn't help but blush at the compliment. The flowers were beautiful and were well taken care of. Blue held your hand as you made your way through the gardens. The hedges were trimmed into all kinds of shapes. You pointed out the ducks that would waddle by.
"Let's call that one Pat!" You pointed at a brown duck that was chilling by the pond. The duck had a goofy big bill and reminded you of someone. Blue was by a green one. He was trying to feed it grass but the duck showed no interest.
"Come on Penelope. Please be my friend!" He hushed the duck as to not scare it away. You quaked at Penelope a few times. The duck immediately waddled over to you. "YOU CAN TALK TO DUCKS?!"
You pointed your finger against your lips to keep Blue from scaring the ducks away. Pat noticed Penelope and got up to greet her. You quaked one more time. And both birds flew across the pond to swim together. Blue made his way to you to see the birds interact.
"I only know one duck call. I forgot what it meant but I normally get a similar reaction" You looked up at him as his face changed to endearment. This caught you off guard. Normally people would laugh at it and move on.
"YOUR REAL PRINCESS! LIKE IN THE MOVIES!" Blue gushed as he explained when they made it to the surface Chara showed them a couple of movies. His favorite one was of a kind princess that could sing and talk to animals. Her knight in shining armor was by her side, in order to protect her from the evil wizard. His eye lights widened as he retold the movie to you. Even adding different voices as to not confuse you with the characters. You both sat down on a bench.
"YOUR THE PRINCESS Y/N!" He laughed happily.
"Oh, then where's my knight? Isn't he suppose to be by my side at all times?" Playing with the idea of being a princess. You were curious about what Blue could come up with at this point.
"I'M RIGHT HERE" he beamed at you. As he got on one knee, holding your hand in the process. "MY PRINCESS SORRY FOR NOT BEING BY YOUR SIDE SOONER"
His face showed sorrow in his melodramatic facade to be your knight. It was funny but you couldn't leave have him end it there.
"All its forgiven. You were given a task to serve the kingdom and insured to bring peace"
"INDEED PRINCESS"
"You returned to me. To protect me from the great evil that taints the land"
"OH YES PRINCESS. BAD PUNS HAVE PLAGUE THE KINGDOM"
"Wha- I mean oh no I have been tainted by these puns" you cough to add to the effect. You see Blue was smiling at your act.
"Oh no the evil Papy has spread his evil!" Blue cried.
"Let's plant this out! I beleaf there's a way to end this curse!"
Blue froze as he looked at you. He let go of your hand and slowly walked away as he cried out.
"IT'S TOO LATE. NOOOOOOO"
You couldn't help but laugh at the scene before you. It was hard not to add in a pun when there were so many leaves around them. You got up and ran toward Blue.
"Traitor! You abandoned the princess!" Huffing as you tried to keep up with Blues quick pace. Your muscles were starting to cramp up a bit as your lungs were starting to burn. Blue turned around, caught you in his arms.
"FORGIVE ME, I GUESS YOU HAD TO JOG MY MEMORY" Blue laughed at your shocked expression. Wait… he pun?
"I HATE LAZY PUNS. BUT THERE'S SOME PUNS THAT ARE GOOD OUT THERE" He winked as he stuck his tongue out. You grabbed onto him to catch your breath. All the wind was out of you. Blue apologized profusely as he noticed your lack of response. As penalty, he had to carry you bridal style for the remainder of the time. Blue didn't seem unfazed. Instead, he looked delighted to keep you in his arms. Onward your journey continued
Each garden had a different theme. You would either joke about it or bring up a fun facts about it. Blue would take the time to read out the fun facts about the garden you entered into. You took pictures of the scenery. Blue would occasionally nuzzle you whenever he had to duck down from a low branch. Which ended up being often. By the end of the tour, you could feel his magic pulsing on you. It was gentle but it felt comforting. You guys stopped at a door with pictures of flowers. You looked at your date in confusion.
"I KNOW YOU SAID YOU LIKED ORCHIDS OVER TEXT SO I KNEW IT WAS FATE!" Blue lowered you to your feet. He clasped on to your hand as he pulled you into an exhibit. You took a sharp intake of air. The scene before you was breathtaking.
The whole area was surrounded by all different orchids. Tiger orchids, black, and even fairy shoes could be seen. The colors were vibrant you couldn't believe it. You forgot about that question. You squeezed his hand as you dragged him along to see the beautiful flowers. Each one, unique to its name. You were practically radiating from the surprise. Blue pointed out to a purple one close that looked to be bowing. Blue bowed as well to the flower, to your delight.
"It's ONLY POLITE TO BOW BACK!" He proclaimed. A few people moved away from him. You ignored them, took a picture. Blue smiled and posed. The orchids name was Rothchild slipper orchid.
"OOOOO LETS TAKE THEM TOGETHER!" Blue got up as you moved to take a picture by the striped orchids. You tried to stick your arm out as far as you could to take the selfie. You couldn't manage to get both of you into the picture. Blue pulled his own phone and took the selfie. He moved in closer to get both your faces in.
This gave you an idea. Both of you would take selfies together as you went down the line of flowers. You wrapped your arm around him for the last picture. Blue placed his cheek against yours. Before he took the shot he placed a soft kiss on your cheek. Just like how you did it to him. You could feel yourself heating up from it.
"IT'S BEEN IN MY MIND ALL DAY" Blue jerked away sheepishly at the reaction. He couldn't meet your eyes as his face lit up a faint dark blue. You get on your tippy-toes and nuzzle the side of his face. His magic sparked a bit by your interaction.
"Your lucky your cute Serif. Nuzzles are ok but no kisses for you until you earn them" you whisper. Blushing at your response. Blue wrapped his arms around you as he nuzzled you back in agreement. His magic was enchanting as you could feel little fireworks spreading where he touched you.
Blue holds on to your hand as you make it to the car. The magic still lingering all the way there. You see Percy sitting in the back reading a comic. He's nodding his head as you open the door pools of music reach your ears. A nice tune of classical and rock hit your ears.
"Hey, guys. I'm running low on magic right now. And needed a ride home" Papy explained, not putting his comic down.
"Sure the great and evil Papy"
Blue let out a laugh.