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Episode 1, Part 2
It all seemed like a dream. The events of yesterday were unexpected and sudden.
The day before, Meta Knight had been hesitant to show his feelings and avoided the other Smashers. He felt unsure what his purpose proved to be in Super Smash Brothers Brawl … but one Smasher completely changed that and gave him the validation he needed when he had felt confused. That someone was Jigglypuff. She told him what Super Smash Brothers meant and the purpose that related to everyone. Not only that, Jigglypuff provided him with the security of being able to trust somebody and feel loved which replaced the cold, empty feeling that had been there previously.
Thinking about Jigglypuff made Meta Knight's cheeks occasionally flush; a sensation new to him since he awoke in the morning. Was it because he had feelings for her? It would be pointless for him to deny it to himself. Every time he saw her now, he felt fluttery on the inside and his heart rate always increased, accompanied by feeling nervous. The symptoms were there.
As Meta Knight had discovered the night before, love was unique to each person. Love was what made him and Jigglypuff share a different type of connection together. How he valued every moment in her presence …
At the present moment, Meta Knight and Jigglypuff were both in the bedroom, having both finished their breakfast.
Jigglypuff noticed how at ease Meta Knight seemed when eating breakfast with her that morning. She was surprised when she realized he actually ate more than usual. Perhaps the events of last night had helped calm his mind. Jigglypuff trusted Meta Knight more than anyone in the Smash Mansion. She had a feeling he felt the same way towards her. She didn't forget the tingling in her hand when it touched the knight's armour.
Recalling the experience, she was blushing at the thought of Meta Knight. He seemed to notice, also because they were both sitting on the windowsill beside each other, spending time with one another. Instead of saying anything, one of his gloved hands extended towards one of her hands and held it tenderly. The result was Jigglypuff feeling light and weightless inside, the balloon Pokemon surprised she hadn't left the ground in her elation.
Jigglypuff snuggled against Meta Knight's mask, causing his face to turn scarlet. He certainly hadn't expected her reaction, but enjoyed the warm and fuzzy feeling. His eyes shifted to a content aquamarine.
"The view is beautiful, isn't it Meta Knight?" Jigglypuff asked, eyes shining with content.
Meta Knight happily sighed. "Yes Jigglypuff. It is a pretty sight." He gazed into her eyes. "However …"
"… However?"
"… I think you are much more beautiful…"
Jigglypuff blushed from the compliment. She softly giggled. "Thanks Meta Knight!"
Meta Knight wrapped an arm around her, pulling her into a half embrace. "Jigglypuff, I trust you."
"I feel the same way." Jigglypuff snuggled into his arms and sighed contentedly. "Super Smash Brothers wouldn't be as important to me without you."
"Thank you Jigglypuff." Meta Knight replied, voice soft. He had to admit, he was touched by how much she cared for him. As she comfortably rested in his arms, he realized his feelings went deeper than a simple friendship he believed it to be. He would do anything to ensure she was happy, unharmed and secure. Meta Knight would even risk his life to save hers.
Jigglypuff shared the feeling. She understood their relationship was more complicated than the eye could see. She longed to tell him so, but was unsure of how he would react. Her craving for an answer guided her actions in a manner she never expected to behave. Her hands found their way to the clasps on Meta Knight's mask to take it off.
Meta Knight knew Jigglypuff's intentions. Seeing as she was reluctant, he told her, "It's all right. You have my permission." As his mask was fully off his face, he felt nervous, doubtful. How was she going to react to the resemblance he shared with Kirby?
Jigglypuff placed the mask on the windowsill and smiled at Meta Knight. She thought he was adorable, but decided to keep the thought to herself. Meta Knight was probably uneasy enough. To her surprise and joy, she saw him flash her a genuine smile, able to see his lips curve up for the first time. Feeling reassured, she leaned closer to his face, beaming. The moment together turned out to be one of pure passion and affection.
"Meta Knight?"
"Yes Jigglypuff?"
"I … I… really care about you … I really do."
He leaned in closer, settling on holding her hand. "Jigglypuff, I care for you as well. No matter what happens, our hearts will always be one." Meta Knight looked into her eyes, cheeks a light tinted pink. "I wish we could be together forever."
"Me too. That's what I want to believe." Jigglypuff gazed at the sky. "…To me, nothing is forever except love."
Love made their experience in Super Smash Brothers special. Their love and devotion to each other would only strengthen as the years went by. That's what they believed and nothing would change that.
