The Kings Ball
JadeDragonKnight
Chapter 1
It was a bright summer day in Dream Land. The weather was perfect for outdoor activities. The town's cook decided to take advantage of the day and cook his food on an outdoor grill. The children threw water balloons at each other. Some of the adults went and had picnics on the rolling green hills. Everything at the castle went on as usual, seemingly unaware of the perfect day.
Escargon peered through his binoculars at the land below. He scanned the ground to see villagers enjoying the weather.
"You really should do something outside for once, your majesty," the snail suggested, "it's beautiful out here."
"I am outside," King Dedede lazily replied from his lawn chair.
"I suppose you are," the attendant sighed as he went to the king's side.
"Who wants to get all sweaty anyway?" Dedede added as he put his hands behind his head.
Just then, Captain Doo walked on to the terrace with an envelope in his hand.
"I have a special letter for his majesty," the one-eyed captain said, holding up the parchment to Escargon.
"From whom?" the snail asked, taking the letter and opening it.
"It was a royal messenger who delivered it. He told me to take it straight to the king."
"Hmm, it says something about hosting a party," Escargon muttered.
"What?" Dedede exclaimed, snatching the letter from the snail.
"I would tell you more if you'd let me finish reading it. It's not like you can read it for yourself."
"His majesty can't read?" Captain Doo asked.
"I don't have to know what it says to tell it's from the Royal Council!" the king shouted, pointing to the seal near the bottom right corner of the paper.
"The Royal Council, what do they want?" the attendant asked.
"This could only mean it's my turn to host the Kings Ball. Why today of all days?" the king complained as he got up and stormed inside.
"What are you talking about? I think it's a great day for a party," Escargon said, following him in.
"The last thing I want is to be surrounded by a bunch of fancy-pants snobs. Do you know how hard it is to talk to one of them without punching them in the face?"
"Oh you can behave for one night," Escargon replied, crossing his arms.
"Nothing pleases those uptight kings! I'll bend over backwards, but they still won't be satisfied!"
"Kind of like someone else I know," the attendant muttered.
"Why not refuse to throw the party?" Captain Doo asked.
"Obviously, I would if I could. Even a king can't refuse an order from the Royal Council. It's some balance thing to keep all the kings in check," Dedede answered, plopping down on his throne.
"I suppose I'll start with the preparations," Escargon stated, "Have the Waddle Dee clean up the place."
"Yes sir," the captain saluted and quickly left the room.
Soon, everyone in the castle knew about the ball. The Waddle Dee kicked it into high gear to decorate the halls and main rooms. They hurriedly cooked in the kitchen and raced around with brooms. Fumu, Bun, and Kirby walked through the hall. They halted before they were run over by a team of servants carrying an extra-long cloth.
"This is so exciting," Fumu said her green eyes sparkling.
"I don't know, there's just going to be a big group of Dededes here," Bun stated.
"It's not just kings you know. There's going to be queens and princes and princesses."
"Kings or not, they're all snooty."
"You don't have to talk to them if you don't want to," Fumu informed.
"I know. I'll be over at the buffet anyway," Bun replied.
"Piyo," Kirby added.
"Alright, you can make sure Kirby doesn't eat everything," Fumu said.
Somewhere else in the castle, a strange void opened. Metal jumped out and the gate vanished. He put away his gun and looked around. He saw the countless Waddle Dee running around. He made his way through the corridor with difficulty. Just then, he ran into the knights.
"Whoops, hey guys," Metal said.
"It's not the best idea to walk through the halls right now," Meta Knight informed.
"What's going on anyway?" Metal asked.
"The Kings Ball is tonight, and his majesty is hosting it," Blade stated.
"Why didn't you call me sooner? I would have RSVP'd."
"You don't have to as long as you live in a castle," Sword said.
"Dude, I sleep in a tree. I don't exactly live in luxury," Metal replied.
"As far as everyone else knows, you're my twin, captain of the cavalry," Meta Knight said.
"Huh, thanks. By the way, how come you guys aren't in a hurry like everyone else? Shouldn't you be getting ready?"
"We're not actually going to join the ball," Sword replied.
"How come?"
"Think about it Metal," Meta Knight explained, "There's going to be a lot of important people in one place. It's the perfect opportunity for someone to get rid of them all in one shot. Because of that reason, we have to act as body guards all night."
"The whole night?" Metal groaned.
"Yup," Blade added.
"Sucks to be you," Metal said.
"I wouldn't be so thrilled, captain. You'll be on duty with us," Meta Knight informed.
"What- oh you son of a gun."
Meta Knight chuckled.
Metal and the knights helped a bit with set up until it was close to the ball.