And now for the exciting conclusion to this story! What will the reactions be toward the destruction left by King Dedede? How will he react to it? How- Actually, just see what happens for yourself. :P
Chapter 3: You're Never Alone
King Dedede was more than excited when he woke up in the morning. Today was Christmas, and he couldn't wait to see the looks on those smashers' faces when they find out what happened in their houses.
He was all ready for the crying and suffering that he would have to deal with every Christmas. Only this time, it wouldn't be him acting like that this year.
To prepare himself, he ordered his minions to make him some popcorn. Well, he would've, if there were any Waddle Dees around to do the job.
"Ugh... Fine, if they can't do it, then I guess I gotta do it myself!" King Dedede growled, getting a bag and microwaving it. "I always hate doing this kind of stuff..."
After his popcorn was complete, he hurried out to the balcony and got his binoculars ready to witness the aftermath.
"Heh heh heh! I'm so looking forward to this!" the king snickered sinisterly. "The look on their faces will be PRICELESS!"
When he finally got a look at Smashville, his greedy look instantly fell. The tree in the center was up and brighter than ever, and the fighters were outside, enjoying their new presents.
"Lady Palutena! Check out these new rubber sandals I got!" Pit cheered, showing off said sandals. "Now I won't be in for a shock when I go to that Thunder Cloud Temple again!"
"I really appreciate the laurel crown you got me, Pit!" Palutena replied, sounding more cheerful. Her new laurel crown had vines on it.
"It took me a lot of hearts to get that from Viridi! I also got you something, Pittoo!"
"How many times have I told you not to call me that?" Dark Pit grumbled.
"Thanks for the hat, Captain Falcon," Ness smiled, having a hat that had Captain Falcon's emblem on it.
"Glad you like it, kid," Captain Falcon smiled, giving a thumbs up.
"And with this new communicator, I think I'm ready for conversations in different solar systems," Fox smirked, looking at the new communicator on his arm. "Thanks for the gift, Falco."
"Well, I needed to do something about that, just in case we ever get separated," Falco explained. "But don't be asking me to help you on the ground. Personally, I prefer the air!"
King Dedede was absolutely appalled. All of that work he had done last night was to make everyone feel the same way he did! But here they were, being happy! And the tree of all things was back up.
"Who did this?!" King Dedede growled, his grip on his binoculars tightening. As his face steamed, he swore he saw a sleigh take off. "No... It couldn't be...!"
Filled with anger, King Dedede threw his binoculars on the ground and began to stomp on them as he usually behaved.
"WHY! CAN'T! THINGS! GO! MY! WAY?!"
"Your Majesty-"
BONK!
Escargon was left in a daze when King Dedede's hammer met his head. The snail was left with a bump on his head as he fell to the ground.
"Didn't I tell you before not to talk to me while I was having an episode?!" King Dedede yelled. "I... I..."
King Dedede found himself breaking down crying as he sat on the ground. Escargon noticed this sudden behavior, and after rubbing his head, he walked over to his king.
"There there, Your Majesty. Everything's all right." Escargon assured, patting him on the shoulder.
"No it's not!" King Dedede sobbed. "These past few Christmases have been nothing but misery for me! All I wanted was to have a good Christmas, but I guess that didn't go as planned. I guess no one really cares about me..."
"Th-That's not true! There are people who still care about you!"
"What do you know?"
"Actually, I know a lot," Escargon replied. "More than you think, actually. Don't believe me? Come with me to the throne room. There might be something that might interest you!"
King Dedede wiped the tears from his face and followed his assistant out of the balcony and to the throne room. Escargon opened the door, and King Dedede's eyes widened at what he saw.
In his throne room was a large Christmas tree, and all over the room were Waddle Dees holding presents.
"Wh-What's this?" King Dedede gawked.
"Do you like it?" Escargon asked. "The Waddle Dees and I had arranged this last night!"
"What? They were exchanging gifts to each other?"
"They did that earlier. All of those gifts here are to you!"
King Dedede blinked with surprise. "What?"
Escargon smiled as he took out a lavender present box with a light green ribbon and handed it to King Dedede. "Merry Christmas, Your Majesty!"
"Thank you..." King Dedede trailed, taking the present box. "But why are you doing this? I mean, I've treated you pretty badly, you know."
"Yeah, it's true that you have," Bandana Waddle Dee admitted, holding a present above himself. "But despite that, you've given us all a home to stay in, and even if we've received so many beatings from Kirby or getting eaten ... We all still remember what you've done for us."
"They speak the truth," Escargon nodded. "I would've been wandering in the middle of nowhere if you hadn't taken me in."
"Just remember... You're not alone...and you never will be."
"Guys... I have no idea what to say..." King Dedede trailed.
"You don't need to say anything!" Bandana Waddle Dee assured. "We just wanted to make you happy for a change."
"Thanks... That was very nice of you guys." King Dedede smiled. "Maybe I'll let you guys have the day off today!"
"That sounds nice," Escargon smiled.
"However, you better not tell Kirby or the others that I was being so soft."
"Understood," Bandana Waddle Dee nodded.
"Good! Then let's celebrate!"
The Waddle Dees all cheered as King Dedede and Escargon entered the throne room and began their celebration.
King Dedede knew that today was going to be the greatest Christmas he would have in a while.
Not a long chapter, but I suppose it's a satisfying way to end, especially for King Dedede.
Yeah, he might not treat the Waddle Dees that well, but man are they loyal to him. Just look at the ending of Revenge of the King in Kirby Super Star Ultra, for example.
Overall, this was a simple story to make, but I did like writing it. If simpleness isn't enough, well, I've got other stories that aren't too simple. :P
