Disclaimer: Hello! This is my first fanfic, and well I hope it'll turn out well! Please review and I will be happy to take criticisms. Hope y'all enjoy! I do not own Kirby and all that associates with him. Kirby belongs to Nintendo and HAL.

Chapter 1

A Memorable Encounter

A light breeze coupled with the warm, setting sun washing over Dreamland. A pink fellow propped up against a tree, watching the setting sun.

Kirby, over the recent years had grown taller and of course, rounder. He had become more mature over the years as well.

As Kirby relaxed, he began to think of his years as a star warrior.

As he gazed at the red sun, he remembered one in particular, his struggle against a being known as Dark Matter. Not only was this enemy one of the biggest threats in the galaxy, but it never seemed to go completely down. Kirby had destroyed Dark Matter and it's source, Zero, three times and it was obvious that this dark being was still not erased.

Kirby sighed and glanced towards the flock of Bronto Burts flying across Mustard Mountain in the distance. Ten years ago, Dark Matter had taken over a near by planet known as Ripple Star and consumed the planet in darkness. A Fairy named Ribbon, was tasked to take the artifact known as the Power Crystal, and get it as far away from Dark Matter as possible.

Unfortunately, three of Dark Matter's orbs took chase and damaged the crystal enough to shatter the large crystal into shards, scattering them through out the planets in range.

That was when Kirby first met her, bouncing on his head and falling close to Kirby. Kirby smiled as he remembered their adventures and her kiss when the ordeal was over.

Of course it was just a kiss on the cheek, but it was something he treasured in his heart and would never leave.

But as time went by, Ribbon and the others had to go their separate ways. Ribbon returned to Ripple Star, Adeleine wandered across Pop Star for her art, and King DeeDeeDee recruited Waddle Dee for his castle. Kirby was heartbroken as this was the last time he saw Ribbon, Adeleine, and Waddle Dee. He never wanted them to part.

As the sun finally lowered out of view, Kirby decided to sleep outside. "Maybe it was for the best," He muttered before closing his eyes.

The morning started out with a splash. In his sleep, Kirby had rolled down a hill and near a lake. Unexpectedly, he was awoken with a jet of water. Kirby shook himself, squinting, and searched for the perpetrator.

One of his friends, Kine the sunfish, swam up to him. "Hey Kirby!" Kine exclaimed.

Kirby wiped his face with his hand. "You didn't have to do that, you know," he responded.

"Sorry, buddy, but I had to get you awake somehow! Here, I got something for you." Kine opened his mouth and out popped a box, supposedly filled with berries and nuts.

"Let me guess, from Rick?" Kirby guessed, laughing.

The fish smiled a toothless grin. "Also from Rick, look at the sky tonight. There are gonna be a few shooting stars!"

Kirby pondered about this. He could use a little view tonight. After all, he was going to work quite a bit today.

"Alright, I'll have look later," he said finally. Kine swam away while saying something, but all that Kirby heard was his stomach rumbling. "Kirby!" Fumu called. Kirby hastily inhaled the nuts and berries, and hurried off.

Kirby helped out Fumu with organizing some books, Gus with some car parts, the Mayor with his sheep, and Kawasaki with the food no one wanted to eat. As he walked out of the restaurant, Fumu ran up and surprised Kirby with a hug from behind.

"Hey Kirby! Thanks for the help today!" she whispered behind him. He felt her breasts push against him.

"Uh, hey, no problem," Kirby replied cautiously. Kirby and Fumu have been friend since he first arrived, yet felt no romantic interests with each other.

She let go and smiled. "Where are you off to now?"

This was awkward for Kirby, as he felt like she was a great friend, but only a friend at that. Fortunately, Rick popped up and intervened.

"Hey Kirby! Ya goin' for the girls now huh? Careful, this one bites!" Rick smirked.

Fumu laughed, but Kirby shoot a suspicious glace at Rick.

"That's right! I needed to go talk to Rick. Sorry Fumu, but I gotta go now," Kirby improvised quickly.

Before Fumu could respond, Kirby sped off, dragging Rick with him. He got to the little bridge and plopped Rick down.

"Oi! What was that about?" Rick asked, clearly annoyed.

"Sorry, I just needed to get out of that situation." said Kirby, out of breath. He had never run that fast.

"What? Haven't you guys even have a dinnie? Or a... pash?" Rick questioned, astonished.

" A...A what?" questioned Kirby, puzzled.

"It's Aussie for a dinner or... how do you say it... kissing passionately?" Inquired Rick.

"What? Well... never. I could have, but shes not someone like that. I know she's attracted to me, but it's in a playful manner. We were never in a relationship," said Kirby, with surprise.

He suddenly felt empty. Was it a mistake? Maybe he should have dated Fumu... but something inside him said no... and he still didn't have a damn clue what it is. Rick noticed Kirby's expression, and quickly changed the subject.

"Listen mate, just forget about her. You've worked today and now its time to rest. Say, I almost forgot! Lets go see the stars! Its almost time!" Rick exclaimed.

Kirby smiled. "Alright, lets go!" He felt this would maybe help settle his mood.

They rushed to the top of Kirby's dome shaped house, and sighted the first few stars that fell. The shower intensified, soon filling the night sky with bright streaks.

"I wonder where they end up?" said Rick softly, mesmerized at the view.

Kirby stared at the night sky as memories flew into his head.

"This reminds me of that night..." Kirby to himself.

Soon however, the shower slowed and ended.

"Blimey..." Rick spoke with awe. "That was incredible!"

Kirby nodded. It was a fantastic end to the day. As Kirby was about to hop off his house, Rick suddenly shouted.

"Hey! Kirby! Look at that! Up there!" Shouted Rick with confusion in his voice.

Kirby saw a strangely slow star glide through the night sky. But this one had a purple-blue glow to it.

Kirby squinted in wonder. That sight, it seemed so... familiar...

Both Rick and Kirby continued to stare at the sky, minutes after the "star" passed. They were too confused to speak.

Suddenly, Kirby felt a flutter, sort of like a bird flying down from a high branch, but softer. Before Kirby could even think of what that could have been, an incredibly familiar voice spoke from behind.

"Hello Kirby. It's been a while."

...And there you have it! Hope you enjoyed Chapter 1, cause there's more to come! Please review and thanks!

Next up. Chapter 2: A Warrior's Call