Charlie's POV
The celebration was the social event of the season. A few days after we got back, all of the fruit we brought back were available for public sample once we had extracted every seed and planted them in the countless gardens that stretched as far as the eye could see.
I was quite delighted just like everyone else. But deep down there was a drop of disappointment in my heart. Why you ask? Well, it wasn't until we had dropped Olimar off at Hocotate and was on our way back to Koppai that I learned that Brittany had fallen for Alph not for me…
FLASHBACK
I was in my room after putting the Drake on auto-pilot, thinking to myself, "Okay Charlie, just ask her! You can do it, it's easy!"
Just as I was about to walk back into the main room, Brittany had spoken, "Alphie!"
"What's up Britz?" He replied.
"There's um… something I would like to say…" Despite listening through a door, I could hear the nervousness in her voice.
"What is it?"
I then opened my door just a tiny crack, enough for me to watch without being noticed.
Brittany was blushing, "Alph I… I was wondering if… you and I could…" Her voice was getting less audible, by the time she asked him her question she was only moving her mouth without any sound coming out.
She then shyly looked away, Alph started blushing too, "Well… I have no idea what you just asked me." He chuckled, "But… I have a question for you too Britz."
"Yes Alphie?"
His blush deepened, "I… was wanting to start a relationship with you."
As if on cue, her blush got deeper too. Holy geez it looked like the blood vessels in their faces were gonna burst any moment now.
"You know what I-?"
"Yes Alphie." Brittany interrupted, "And I would love too."
The two gazed at each other for a few seconds before they shared a passionate embrace followed by a kiss. I was so shocked I accidentally opened the door and fell onto the ground. The new couple stared at me.
I looked up, "Uh… I'm back?" I awkwardly noted, "Back to work!" I sprung on my feet and went back to piloting. Trying my best to keep my happy face on.
-END OF FLASHBACK-
But I'm happy for her. Because isn't that what being in love with someone is all about? Putting their feelings before your own? Of course it is! Otherwise it wouldn't really be true love right?
Oh never mind! What am I thinking feeling down even the tiniest bit? This is excellent! Truly splendid!
Alph's POV
The festival was a sight to behold. The balloons, the party poppers, the confetti and streamers, the music. What can I say? This was great!
"Aaaaalph!" A familiar voice called me.
Next thing I knew I was being roughly embraced by my sister, Haylee. She promptly yelled out, "Hey everyone I found him!"
I was quickly surrounded by my siblings, all fourteen of them. Twelve older brothers, my big sister, and my little brother all trying to occupy the same space.
"Hey guys how have ya'll been?" I acknowledged.
My younger brother, Ray, replied, "Hungry! But thanks to you, Captain Charlie, and Brittany, not anymore!"
I beamed, "We had the best adventure on PNF-404! The kind of adventure not even the craziest imaginations can dream of!"
Haylee bounced on her toes, "Oh wow! You have GOT to tell us about those adventures!"
An announcement rang over the intercom, "Attention, would the three heroes of Koppai please report to the stage? Thank you!"
I excused myself and quickly headed for the stage wondering what was going to happen.
Brittany's POV
After hearing the announcement I didn't hesitate in hurrying to the stage. Alph and Charlie joined me soon after.
"Hey Britz? Enjoying the party?" Alph asked me.
"Absolutely I think it's wonderful! I have to admit, it's almost hard to believe we're standing here now."
Charlie added, "We have our brilliant teamwork to thank for that!"
When we ascended the steps that led onto the stage, the small but growing audience applauded briefly. Soon after a man had approached the podium and microphone.
"Testing… testing one two three…" He adjusted the mic a bit before regaining his professional stance, "Welcome! Good afternoon everyone! First off, I would like to thank everyone for visiting. I know this past week hasn't been exactly pleasant because of the lack of food." He turned to us, "But thanks to these three intrepid explorers, we were able to kick off new life for Koppai!"
Everyone gave a cheering applause and we acknowledged the audience with a short wave.
At the front of the audience, I was happy to see my family there. My Auntie Bea, my older sister, and my twin cousins.
The announcer continued, "Alph, Brittany, and our respected Captain Charlie… It is an honor to present you three… as thanks for saving Koppai… We would like to reward you with… a week at Amber Beach!"
My hands slapped over my mouth and I gasped, did he just say Amber Beach!? The audience rose to a screaming applause again.
I felt like I was going to cry… from joy of course! I've always wanted to go to Amber Beach! But I never could because going there for vacation would be a HUGE strain on our wallet… But now we're getting to go there for free!
When the presenter approached us and shook our hands, Charlie asked him, "What hotel will we be staying at?"
"Good question, you guys get to stay at Hotel Moonstone!"
The audience cheered yet again, and once more I was shocked in a good way. Hotel Moonstone had a reputation of being the most luxurious and affluent hotel that any vacationer could reserve.
That was it, I couldn't hold it back anymore, the happy tears started falling.
"Thank you so much." I managed to say, "You have no idea how much this means."
Alph smiled the most heartfelt smile I've ever seen him smile, he embraced me tight provoking the audience to give an endearing 'aww'.
Charlie stepped in front of us, "Now, now ladies and gentlemen. Let's give the lovely couple a bit of privacy." Drawing a small laugh from the audience.
I felt my face burn so hot. It crossed my mind to think that our families were in the audience watching, I wonder what they're thinking…
That evening…
Alph's POV
After the festivities had ended and everyone was returning home, my first thought was to go home and pack. We were going to be leaving tomorrow morning, so naturally I did just that.
It felt like an eternity had passed since I saw my apartment room. I took a moment to look around before I grabbed a suitcase from my closet and started packing.
After I was done, I went into the bathroom and looked in the mirror. I couldn't believe that this was me, going on a vacation to Amber Beach! AMBER BEACH! Not only that I'm staying at Hotel Moonstone!
I went to sit on the couch in front of the TV to look at the brochure that my sister had printed out for me from the internet.
On the front page, it explained that the reason the beach is called Amber Beach, is because the sunsets there are known for being the most gorgeous anyone could ever see. The brochure also noted that the sunset times make perfect for a walk on the beach with that special someone. I smiled and blushed as my thoughts went to Brittany.
This was going to be the best week I have ever had…
Author's Note: Here it is everyone! The moment you've all been waiting for! :D
The debut of the Pikmin 3 epilogue story! Hooray! :DDDDD
Amber Beach and Hotel Moonstone were places I pulled out of my imagination. If there is any real world place like that, I assure you it was completely coincidental.
