I was released the following day; the hospital staff could scarcely believe how I had healed so quickly. Doctor Powell however, merely gave me a knowing look. I didn't trust him. But he soon slipped from my mind, as did the death threat I'd received during my short hospital stay as the days went by.

Life had become rather peaceful, considering all the events that had transpired. Chara stayed with me and Asriel stayed in the guest bedroom at Toriel and Asgore's house. Tori has been notably happier since her long-lost children are back. That's understandable, considering they were both dead once upon a time. But now it was like they were never gone in the first place. Much to my surprise, even Sans was warming up to Chara some.

And when I thought things couldn't be better, human-monster relations improved vastly; more and more people were becoming accepting of monster kind. Policies had even been instated that ensure beginning next school year, monsters will be able to attend human schools and universities. It's a slow process, but we're getting there.

Around a month or so after my hospital release, Toriel declared school was out for the summer and I had officially graduated high school. Though to Asriel and Chara's dismay, they would be beginning school again come September.

"It won't be so bad, Chara," I signed.

Chara crossed her arms and huffed.

"Easy for you to say. You're already done with school."

I laughed with a small grimace.

"Not quite. I still must attend college if I'm to continue being the ambassador for monsters. I'm turning eighteen soon, so for me to maintain my position, I need to earn a degree in international relations."

Chara looked at me, dumbfounded.

"That sounds like a lot of work,"

I rolled my eyes, sighing.

"That's only the beginning," with a shrug I signed, "But hey, at least you get to go to public school."

It was Chara's turn to roll her eyes.

"Oh, goody. Public school."

I had clearly touched a sore spot. One I knew all too well myself.

"It won't be so bad," I placed my hand on her shoulder. "Azzie will be there, and so will Toriel."

She cocked her head at me.

"Right. I had forgotten Mom was going to be there."

"Yup. Building Dreemurr Academy has always been her dream. And it's finally become a reality. You know—"

"GIRLS!"

A familiar voice belonging to a certain skeleton boomed through the door, cutting me off.

"IT IS TIME TO LEAVE FOR THE PARTY. IT WON'T DO TO HAVE THE HONOURED GUEST BE LATE!"

"We're coming Papyrus," Chara replied.

We looked at each other and gave knowing smiles. Grabbing our purses, we headed out of my room to be greeted by Papyrus.

"FRISK, CHARA, YOU LOOK LOVELY. I AM CERTAIN TORIEL WOULD APPROVE."

"What, are you the fashion police?" Chara laughed.

"No," A voice floated down the hall followed by a tall, stylish robot. "That would be my job."

"Mettaton!" I signed, smiling.

"Frisk, darling! It is so good to see you again."

"What about me?" Chara pouted.

Mettaton glanced at Chara with a playful grin.

"So impatient! I was saving the best for last."

Gasping, I clutched my chest and pretended to be offended.

"Traitor," I signed, giggling.

"LADIES, METTATON, WE REALLY MUSN'T BOONDOGGLE. I, THE GREAT PAPYRUS, HAS BEEN TASKED WITH MAKING SURE YOU ALL ARRIVE ON TIME. AND I SHAN'T DISAPPOINT. OFF WE GO!" Papyrus began to gently push us in the direction of the stairs.

"Alright, alright, we hear you."

The four of us headed downstairs and out the door. We piled into Papyrus' car and were soon on the road. I tapped on Mettaton's shoulder and he turned towards me.

"Where is the graduation party?" I signed to Mettaton.

"That's a surprise, my dear. I'm sure you'll love it!"

"Naturally," I beamed. "If anything has to do with you, it'll be spectacular." I winked at him.

"Oh, you're too much." Mettaton blushed a bit before turning back to face the front.

"Ever the flirt, aren't cha, partner?"

I shrugged and winked at Chara, smiling coyly.

"Naturally,"

Chara sighed and stared out the car window for a little while. The car was quiet, save the music Papyrus had turned on.

"Y'know, I'm sure there's a certain monster who gets jealous every time you do that."

I jumped slightly, then realized Chara was communicating through our minds. For that I was grateful. I knew where this was headed.

What do you mean? I replied, feigning confusion.

"You're always flirting with everyone,"

I glanced at Chara. That's just my way. Everyone knows that by now.

"Sure, they know, but that knowledge may not help."

What are you getting at?

"You seriously haven't noticed?"

Noticed what? And whom are you referencing?

She let out a sigh and turned to me.

"C'mon bonehead, use your skull."

Called it. Have to change the subject, play it off.

Papyrus? I gave her an amused look. We're simply friends. I cleared that up after our first date. Besides, it's kind of obvious he has a thing for Undyne.

"No, you numbskull!" Chara stared at me, exasperated. She wasn't going to let me off easy. "Frisk, stop it. You know who I'm talking about." I looked away from her.

I doubt he does. He probably just sees me as another family member. Like a sister or something.

Chara smirked triumphantly. I glanced back at her with a glare.

"Didn't take very too long get you to crack, partner. And I'm fairly certain Sans sees you as more than that."

I scoffed mentally. After everything that has happened, being seen as his little sister is almost too much to hope for. Anything more? Ha.

"But you'd like him too, wouldn't you?"

I could feel my face burning. Chara got that look on her face, smiling deviously.

"You're blushing!"

Am not! I shot back, pressing my lips together, cheeks puffed. I attempted to regain my composure.

I do NOT have any feelings for him. At least not anymore. It was a silly childhood crush, nothing more. Besides, I'm pretty sure I ruined any chance I had. And how could you possibly know if he—

"Denial is oozing out of you like melted cheese and it's pathetic."

That shut me up real quick. She wasn't wrong. I turned my head to look out the window, rubbing the back of my head.

Can't keep anything a secret from you, huh?

"Not when we shared bodies for so long. Besides, it's obvious."

My head snapped to face her.

It's that bad?

Chara nodded solemnly, then grinned.

"It's pretty obvious he likes you as well. You both are just too dense to notice."

Hey! I crossed my arms, indignant. She took on a thoughtful expression.

"But I can see how you would think he didn't, considering the last run."

I sighed. I'd like to believe you, Chara, but it's just so unlikely. I've been pushing these feelings aside for a long time now. Sans hating my guts the past few years made that easier. I played nice and so did he, for the most part. Having him find out I like him probably would have made things worse. I could imagine his eyes going dark then coldly laughing, reminding me of what I'd done before rejecting me. Even now, though we've cleared things up, I can't help but fear that will be his response. Can we stop talking about this now?

"Well, I got you to admit you like him, so yes, we can stop. For now. Baby steps; we'll get there."

It was Chara's turn to wink at me.

You better not be planning anything.

"I promise nothing."