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Disclaimer: I do not own anything but the story idea and any OC(s).

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Chapter 25:
Chocolate Delight

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It was a new day in the Koopa Castle and the sweet smell of pastry filled the air. Inside the kitchen, over a dozen soon-to-be-done cookies were baking in the oven. The door opened and Luigi peek inside to see how they were coming along. He closed it a few seconds later as he let them bake for a bit longer.

He didn't have any training since this was his day off. Instead of his usual overalls, he was wearing some of the clothes Wendy and her friends had bought him when they went shopping. Normally he'll used this time to get some laundry done, read a book and just relax. But today he was doing something different; today he decided to bake some cookies.

"Hmm, what's that smell?"

Luigi turned his head to the kitchen door. He smiled to greet the koopa standing there. "Oh, hey Wendy, I didn't see you there."

The pink koopa walked further inside the kitchen and towards the oven, allured by the delicious smell. "So, what are you cooking?"

"Just some cookies," He answered. "You want some? They'll be ready in a minute."

"Sure,"

Wendy sat down in a nearby table as Luigi finish up with the cookies. Once they were done, he placed some on a plate, grabbed some milk from the fridge and presented them in front of her. Taking one, Wendy took a bite of the cookie and savored it.

"Hmm, chocolate chip," She smiled in delight. "I love chocolate chip,"

"I figure as much," Luigi beamed, please to see her happy with his cookies.

Nowadays he was finding little pleasures out of making the Koopa Princess smile. The two were getting along great since they've come to an agreement weeks ago. Wendy won't admit it out loud, but he could tell that she enjoyed having him around and the same goes for him.

As the two enjoy their little snack, another koopa was making his way towards them. The sweet smell of baked goods had caught the nose of this particular koopa and had lured him into the kitchen. Using the small window placed on the door, he looked around to see what was happening. His black eyes landed on the plate of cookies place neatly on the table.

He licked his lips. He loved cookies, especially chocolate chips.

He started to open it as silently as he could. Carefully, he entered and hid behind some equipment just big enough to cover him. He took a small peek to see if he had been spotted by the other two yet. Nope, they still didn't notice him which is just perfect.

Quietly, he made his way to the table where the cookies were placed. As a distraction, he tossed a wooden spoon on the other side of the room. When the two turned their attention to the source, he quickly dived under the table curtains before he could be seen.

"What was that?" he heard his sister said.

The plumber walked off to see what it was and that's when he had his move. He reached out his hand and tried to feel his way to where the cookies are. He got one and quickly retracted his arm to claim his prize – a cookie, baked fresh out of the oven.

He licked his lips before he devour it in one bite. The sugary treat tasted delicious in his mouth. He wanted more, just not just one or two. No, he wanted them all.

"Looks like a wooden spoon," The plumber said as he return back to the table. "Strange I wonder how it had gotten all the way here."

Wendy shrugged and looked back at her plate which had suddenly disappeared. She blinked in surprise. She then narrowed them in suspension.

"I think I know how,"

Luigi tilted his head in confusion. Wendy went under the table and pulled the curtains up. There she found her cookie-napper, stuffing his face with her cookies.

"Junior, what do you think you are going?"

The young heir blinked in surprise. He knows full well he's been caught red handed. But regardless of the situation, he still tries to act the innocent one.

"Me?" He said, with a mouth full of cookies. "I'm mot doing amything,"

Wendy scoffed. "You stole my cookies,"

Junior swallowed. "I did not!"

"Junior, you have crumbs all over your face." Luigi said, joining them under the table. "Plus you still have a cookie in your hand."

He glanced at the last cookie before making it disappear in his mouth. "What mookie?"

Wendy growled. She really wanted to hurt the younger koopa for taking what was her. But before she could make a move, Luigi spoke up.

"Don't worry, Wendy," He said. "I'll just make a new batch, just for you."

She glanced at him, a bit surprise by his offer. He looked between them trying to decide what to do. She sighed in defeat.

"Fine," She glared at Junior. "You better get out before I change my mind."

Junior wasted no time getting out from under table and headed straight for the exit. Wendy sat down in her chair and sigh once more. Luigi started working on a new batch of cookies. While he was mixing the bowl, he asked Wendy if she wanted anything else in them.

"Extra chocolate chips will be nice," she said. "In fact, I just want chocolate in general."

"Okay how about I make you some double chocolate-chip cookies, with extra chocolate chips."

Wendy beamed. "You can do that."

Luigi smiled. "For that smile, of course,"

She grew flush which cause Luigi to smile even more. She looked adorable with her cheeks all red. He returned to the kitchen. It took him a total of 25 minutes to create the ultimate chocolate cookies.

"Here you go, double chocolate-chip cookies, with extra chocolate chips; or what I like to call the Wendy special."

Wendy's eyes widen with excitement. She had never seen so much chocolate on one cookie before. Taking one, she took a small bite and flavored it. She brightens as the mouthwatering chocolate just melt within her mouth and surrounds her taste buds.

"Judging from your expression, you much really like them," Luigi said.

It actually fills him with joy to see Wendy so content like that. Her eyes shine like blue diamonds and her smile could bright up a whole room. He really adored the pink koopa in front of him.

"You can have some too, you know," she said suddenly. "After all, you made them."

Luigi broke out of his thoughts. He blushed when he realized he had been staring at her for some time. It was only luck that Wendy didn't notice it.

"Oh r-right," He stutter slightly, as he try to will away the blush.

He took a cookie of his own and started eating. He smiled in approval of his own cooking. The cookie was chewy but also full of chocolate flavor.

"You know," Wendy said causally. "Since you cook so well, you should consider a career as a chief instead of some lowly plumber…no offense."

"None taken," Luigi replies. "I actually had considered doing something else when I was younger. But after our parents passed away, I decided to go into the plumbing business with Mario. However," He frowned. "Now that's he's king, I guess there's no business to continue."

Wendy shrugged. "Too bad, you would have a great cook."

"I'm glad you think so."

He took another cookie. As he did so, he noticed something by the kitchen door. He turned his head there to see Junior spying on them. The young heir panic and quickly try to hide himself behind the door, not sure if he has seen. Luigi smiled, he knew what the koopa wanted.

"Junior," He called out. "There's no point in hiding, I saw you."

For a moment, there was no answer. Luigi was beginning to think he might have left, when the door slowly opened. Junior entered the kitchen, looking a bit annoyed.

"What do you want?" He said rudely.

Wendy scoffed at his attitude. "You're not in the position to be asking questions, wise guy."

Junior crossed his arm and turned his head away. "Whatever,"

Luigi was unfazed by his behavior. "Junior, would you like to have some cookies?"

Both Wendy and Junior turn to him in surprise. Luigi held up the plate and offered it to him. "You can have some, under one condition…"

Junior narrowed his eyes in suspicion "What's that?"

"You… have to apologize to Wendy."

"For what?!" He yelled.

"For steal her cookies earlier," Luigi said simply. "...and for breaking her previous necklace."

"There is no way, I'm not doing that." He argued. He then smirked. "And beside, isn't it your job to get her a new one? The way I see it I don't need to apologize for anything."

Luigi frowned. Junior was just like his father; arrogant and selfish. He may be the king's son, but that doesn't mean he could whatever he wants, especially if it's going to hurt others.

"I'll do what I can as Wendy's partner but that still doesn't give you the right to break something that isn't yours."

Junior puffed. "You're not my dad. I don't have to listen to a thing you say. If anything, you should be listening to me since I'm the prince."

"Don't bother trying to reason with him." Wendy said. "He's just a brat who thinks he's in charge of everyone."

"I am in charge of everyone because unlike you and the others, I'm King Dad's real son. And as his son, I deserve only the best."

Luigi sighed. "I guess you're right."

Wendy snorted as Junior smirked victoriously, thinking he had won the argument.

"That's too bad, and here I was ready to share my chocolate cookies with you." He shook his head. "But I guess they're not good enough for the King's son."

Junior raised an eyebrow in confusion. Wendy did the same.

"After all, you said it yourself, you deserve the best right? And these cookies aren't the best. I mean, they're probably the best for me, but clearly not for you." He shrugged and turned back to the table. "Oh well, I guess Wendy and I will just have to eat all these cookies ourselves, right Wendy?"

He winked at the pink koopa, signaling his plan. Wendy blinked at first before smirking. She gets what the plumber was doing. He was playing word games with Junior, tempting his childish mind.

"Right," she said, jumping in. She took a cookie and started to savor it in a dramatic way. "Hmm, too bad you can't have any, Junior. Oh, and did I mention it was all chocolate?"

Junior growled; just like Wendy he too had a sweet tooth, especially for chocolate. He turned his gaze on the ground so they couldn't see. He mumbled something under his breath but it was too low for anyone to hear him.

"I'm sorry, what was that?" Luigi said

"I said I'm sorry," He mumbled louder.

"I'm not one you have to apologies to."

Junior grunt in frustration and turned to his sister. "Wendy, I'm sorry."

"Say it like you mean it," She grinned, she was enjoying this.

Junior snarled and looked down on the ground. He took a deep breath before trying again. "Wendy, I'm sorry for breaking your old necklace. It was…wrong of me."

"A slightly meaningful apology, but I guess I'll take it."

Now that he apologized, Junior was happily awarded. Luigi gave him a handful of cookies, which he held like they were the most precious thing in the world. He bolted soon after, just barely thanking them as he exits the kitchen. Luigi chuckled slightly and turned back to Wendy who was amused by the whole thing.

"Well, that was fun,"

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