It's been forever since you've seen Carlos. The last time you saw him was the day you left the house. Leaving your parents on a sour note, one of many mistakes. Not having a chance to say a proper send-off. You grabbed whatever you had on you and left.
All you can remember is that you went back for your things. The genius you are, climbed a tree to sneak into your old room and fetch your phone. It's a miracle that Carlos was using your computer at the time. He was able to unlock your window and help you climb over. There wasn't much time to get your other siblings. On the off chance, your parents caught on. So Carlos made sure you left through the back door. Better than going the other way. Your fear of heights was greater than your mom slippers ( you can at least dodge slippers!).
During your transition from jobs and housing, it made visiting difficult. Keeping in touch with your siblings was another challenge. Considering your hours are wonky from all your shifts. So replying quickly was impossible with your schedule. The least you could do was text them from time to time. Even a meme of the week was your goal now. Honestly, you expected him to be mad at you for not visiting. You kind of prefer it compared to his quiet demeanor.
The sweet smell of chicken in the air made your mouth water. They were getting close. You could bet it was in the next corner. The chicken doesn't lie.
You couldn't help but glance at your brother a bit. He hasn't said much after telling him about grabbing a bite to eat. That didnt mean he wasn't completely silent. The glare he was giving your oblivious date was something you needed to fix. On instinct. You slapped him upside the head. Carlos can pretend all he wants but you finally learned your mom's technique. With a swift flick of the wrist, you tugged on his ear. This finally caught his attention. He retaliated with a shove, but that didn't loosen your grip.
"Para le!"
(Stop it!)
"Pues cálmate y para de dar le ojos "
(Well calm down, and stop giving him the eye)
"Ya"
(Enough)
You both pull away. Carlos was rubbing his ear in defeat. Blue watched while sipping on a juice box.
"Where did you get-?"
"MY BAG, I THINK I HAVE GRAPE OR APPLE. WANT ONE?"
In no time you and your brother were sipping on juice boxes. Thanks to Blue for keeping the peace. You could hear the song from a vendor nearby.
I'm hurting, baby, I'm broken down
I need your loving, loving
I need it now
Blue couldnt help but hum to the tune. You followed his tune.
"You know the song hun?"
Blues eyes sparkled as he nodded.
"When I'm without you
I'm something weak
You got me begging, begging
I'm on my knees"
Blue got on his knees for dramatic effect. He softens his voice.
"I don't wanna be needing your love
I just wanna be deep in your love
And it's killing me when you're away, ooh, baby,
'Cause I really don't care where you are
I just wanna be there where you are
And I gotta get one little taste"
Oh boy. You couldnt help but smile at his expecting eyes"
"Sugar"
"YES PLEASE!"
"Won't you come and put it down on me?"
"I'm right here,
'Cause I need"
You lifted him as you sang the song together. Acting out the scene. The vendor cranks up the song as they saw you perform.
I want that red velvet
I want that sugar sweet
Don't let nobody touch it
Unless that somebody's me
I gotta be your man
There ain't no other way
'Cause girl you're hotter than a southern California day
I don't wanna play no games
You don't gotta be afraid
Don't give me all that shy shit
No make-up on
That's my
Sugar
Yes, please (please)
Won't you come and put it down on me (down on me)?
I'm right here (right here), 'cause I need ('cause I need)
Little love, a little sympathy
So, baby, (yeah) you show me good loving
Make it alright
Need a little sweetness in my life
Your sugar! (sugar!)
Yes, please (yes, please)
Won't you come and put it down on me?
By the end of the song, you were both out of breath. The look on his face was priceless.
"WOWIE THAT WAS SO MUCH FUN. ENCORE" he wagged eyes eyebrows at ya. (His bone brows?).
You had to take a pass on that. Maybe later when Carlos wasn't walking away and pretending not to know them.
"Hey wait up"
With that Carlos ignore us as we followed him to the food court. Blue kept trying to start a conversation. Asking about his likes and hobbies. Carlos simply ignored Blue as he continued walking. You could see your brothers avoid your gaze. He's still embarrassed by the crowd that watched. You would be too if it wasn't for Blue doing it too.
This didn't stop Blue from chatting away. You tried to walk in between them as you added something to the conversation. Shielding your brother's view of Blue.
"So who brought you here?"
Did your mom bring him? Or was it someone from school? Frisk and Toriel maybe? You just wanted to make sure he had a way back. And secretly hope it wasn't your parents.
"No te precupes"
(Dont worry about it)
He still doesn't want to talk huh. You knew that Carlos wasn't the best at opening up to new people. But its worse with Sans. You just needed to show him that blue's different.
"Hey Blue, what do you call security guards working outside Samsung shops?
Blue ponders for a bit before giving up.
"Guardians of the Galaxy"
You point at one of the movie shelves near ya. Giving him your cheesiest smile. Blue scratched his cheek.
"HEH, I'LL HAVE TO TELL THAT ONE TO MY BUDDIES"
Dang it, you were expecting him to get mad at the pun. Carlos didn't seem at all convinced.
"PRINCESS, I CAN SEE THE FOOD COURT! I'LL SCOUT AHEAD AND SAVE US SOME SEATS!" You couldn't help but flinch from the pet name. You were hoping Blue didn't call you that in front of your brother. Before you could say more, he ran off. Leaving you with Carlos who was giving you a funny look.
"¿Qué haces con este? "
(What are you doing that thing?)
"El tiene un nombre, ya para de ser payaso"
(He has a name, stop clowning around)
Carlos rolled his eyes. Still contemplating if it was Sans or not. You weren't sure what
Your brother could be thinking right now.
"So your back with Sans?"
"Hell no! That guy isn't Sans. If you haven't noticed he's a bit different from the guy"
"So what are you guys then?"
The answer to that should be simple. But telling him you going out would probably upset him. And that's the last thing you wanted to do. And it's only your second date. You're technically not even official. Geeze this would be easier if you had more time to think this out.
"He's my buddy, Blue was showing me around. So can you talk to me now?" You silently thanked Blue for not being there to see this.
You could see Carlos face loosen up a bit from your response. Probably not convinced but that's progress.
He smiled, pulled out a camera from his hoodie. He pointed at one of the signs on the walls.
"I came here with a few friends to take pictures of the new water fountain. The teacher asked our class to take pics of everyday things. We called in sick today, and came here." He showed you a few pictures "I was done early but I caught your friend on accident, and I saw you"
You could see that Blue covered the view of the water fountain. Blue seemed to be smiling directly at the camera. And next to him was your face mid sneeze. Your face was all distorted from it. You cringed a bit at your derpy face.
"Delete it. I look ugly in that one!" You groan
"But that's how you always look to me, y/n" you couldn't resist shaking him hard as you wailed for him to delete it. Stretching his hoodie in the process. Carlos shoved the camera back into his pockets and jabbed you.
"Stop it, it's not like you're dating the thing. So chill" he walked up ahead "Whatever, it's not like it's gonna last anyway. You'll soon figure it out"
You stopped in your tracks as Carlos kept walking. Carlos took a bit to realize you've grown quiet. He looks back waiting for you to catch up.
"What do you mean? "
Carlos gave you a look "He gives off that he likes you. Just friendzone him or leave him"
You looked at him for an explanation. Nothing about this sounded right. Who's he to tell you what to do.
"That's not what friends do"
" Friends? We can't be friends with those things. Monsters only see us as threats. That's how it is"
This didn't sit well with you. Whatever good vibe you had was gone. Now you're pissed. Carlos ignored your glare and continued.
"Sure, they will be kind and even joke around with us, but behind closed doors, they fear us. The moment they see a human show any anger, they go on the defense. Our ancestors did us no favors. It's drilled into their magic. The moment they see a human have any violent tendencies, they ditch you."
Hearing his sound so bitter wasn't what you expected. What happened while you were gone? Before you could reach out to him. He ran off blending into the crowd.
You walk over to Blue who placed rubber chickens on the seats. He seemed to be humming a melody as he worked.
"Having a chicken tea party? What's good around here?"
"I KNOW THERE'S A YUMMY CAJUN PLACE THAT'S SUPER YUMMY!" He pointed at a vendor. "WHERE'S YOUR BROTHER?"
"I'm sorry about my brother. He's still not used to seeing me around a guy. Remember how I told you I just got over a relationship?" Blue seemed to notice you and nod. "Carlos is just trying to steer you away"
Which was mostly true. That your brother hates your ex. And there's no way you're telling Blue that he looks like San. Maybe another day.
Blue blinked a bit and let out a small sigh of relief. His sweet smile seemed to return.
"SO HE'S TRYING TO PROTECT YOU? THEN I SHOULD LET HIM KNOW THAT HE HAS NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT. I'LL INTRODUCE MYSELF AND TELL HIM I'M YOUR DATE. AND I PLAN TO WOO YOU AND BECOME YOUR DATE MATE! AND HE WOULD HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO BE IMPRESSED " His eyes beamed in delight. He walked in the direction of Carlos and looked back with a thumb up. "I GOT THIS PRINCESS"
"I told him we were just friends" This made the poor skeleton stop in his tracks. He did a quick double-take and waited for you to continue.
"FRIENDS?"
"Yea, I'm sorry I told him that. I thought maybe he would see how great you are. Without resorting to being protective of me. And giving you the cold treatment the whole day. The last thing I want is Carlos bringing up my parent's approval and junk."
"ARE YOU SURE? I DON'T MIND ASKING YOUR PARENTS"
There's still a small chance they still resent you for leaving them to live with Sans. Even now you haven't tried talking to them. It's best to save it for another day. Where you stand with Blue. This relationship is new and having him meet your parents is a disaster waiting to happen. And who knows how harsh they'll treat the cinnamon roll. You're just trying to spare him the experience.
"Hey, chicken! Let's grab a bite first. I promise you'll meet them later" You pulled Blues arm toward the restaurants. Blue nodded as he pointed at one.
"YOU HAVE TO TRY THIS ONE! THIS ONE GIVES BIG PORTIONS!"
Blue was definitely getting on your good side. In no time you were able to get Blue to forget about the conversation. Solely focusing on what to order. Both of you decided on ordering the chicken bowl that Blue recommended. Seeing the skeleton mouth water in suspense got you excited. You can worry about your brother later.
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Blue Pov
Friends?
Being friends wasn't bad. It's just. The idea never came to him that his princess would pretend when they were already friends. Dating is just the next level to that! Also being honest is better. It leaves nothing to doubt.
And yet he couldn't say he's completely honest with her. There's so much he's hiding from her. Even now he can't tell her he's struggling with his feelings right now.
This Carlos guy seems like a nice guy. But the language barrier makes it hard to befriend the guy. Princess seems to understand it just fine.
"WHAT LANGUAGE WERE YOU AND CARLOS USING?"
She looked surprised but smiled.
"Its spanish. All my siblings learned it from our dad. He thought we would have a better chance than most that way"
"THAT'S AMAZING. ALL I KNOW IS SIGN LANGUAGE. MAYBE,WE CAN TEACH EACH OTHER!"
His Princess nodded before dropping some sauce on her lip. Without a second thought. He wiped it away with his finger before putting it in his mouth. The look of surprise on her face was so cute.
Another thing he's been hiding from his love. His heat cycle should be coming tomorrow not today. But the symptoms always show a day ahead. There's only so many way to delay the inevitable. As long as he doesn't do anything serious. He needed to think rational. He had nothing to worry about. As long as he doesn't kiss her. Then, he wont lose all trains of thought. That's exactly why he should-n't kiss her. Even if all he wanted to do was try those velvet lips.
"Ok Blue, I'll be right back I'm gonna fetch us some napkins" She left in a hurry. Blue couldn't help but smile. His eyes could see the pink growing around her ears.
His view was soon blocked by Carlos.
Perfect timing! He can get to know her brother. Maybe impress him. And then they won't have to lie.
"HERE I LEFT YOU COME CHICKEN SO YOU CAN TRY IT CARLOS"
Blue passed him his tray. Hoping that Carlos would have a similar reaction like his love. Carlos slapped it away.
"You sure know how to ruffle my feathers, comedi-hen. I can't take anymore of your squawking. No yolk. You're ruining my fry-day"
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.
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Blue couldn't help but frown at the terrible puns. Uhh someone needed to teach him better puns. Even in a different language doesn't help.
"WAIT! YOU CAN TALK!"
This somehow pissed the boy more. He began throwing the food as he lashed out.
"Shut up. Stay away from my sister. Your kind are nothing but trouble!"
Blue wanted to say that monsters are good. And he would never hurt her. But the boy wasn't gonna listen and he didn't want him to get mad by saying anything.
"Just leave her alone or I'll make you regret it" Carlos shoved him before he left.
Princess was running to his side. The look of horror on her face made Blue a bit worried. He's fine. He could tell she witnessed her brothers attack. Blue knew one way to fix it.
"Don't worry. Just a bit of fowl play" that got her to smile.
"Come on let's clean you up. I can't have my sugar smelling fowl"
He liked the sound of that.